Extreme Pro CFexpress Type B Memory Card - 256 GB, 128GB

SanDisk Extreme Pro CFexpress Type B 128GB — a lighter-capacity card for shorter trips

The gist: A CFexpress card built for smooth 4K raw video capture, sized for travelers who don't need the largest capacity but still want pro-level buffer performance on the road.

• Rated up to 1700 MB/s read / 1200 MB/s write: fast enough for smooth raw 4K video up to 4096 x 2160, so long clips of a landscape or city scene won't stutter or drop frames.
• Real-world burst performance: independent testing recorded up to 51 uncompressed 14-bit raw files in a single 10fps burst on a Nikon Z 7II, useful for fast-moving travel moments like wildlife or street action.
• Backward compatible with select XQD cameras: useful if you're traveling with older camera bodies that received a CFexpress firmware update.
• Free recovery software included: SanDisk's RescuePRO Deluxe is bundled, worth having if a card gets corrupted mid-trip.

Digital Camera World's review called it "one of the best performances that we've seen in-camera," while noting that, across SanDisk's CFexpress lineup, smaller-capacity cards like this 128GB tend to run somewhat slower than the larger sizes.

Best for: travelers who shoot 4K raw video or fast bursts and want a lighter, lower-cost card for shorter trips. Skip it if: you're shooting long-form 4K/8K footage on a multi-week trip and will run out of space fast — size up. Runs ~$139.99 — check the current price before buying.