Leading with the point of capture, the high-performance VPG200-certified OWC Atlas Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type A memory cards, in 480GB and 960GB capacities, are designed to address the performance demands of video and photography professionals who shoot with Sony Alpha and FX cameras. Next week, Other World Computing will also introduce three additions to the OWC Envoy product line. This includes a new portable OWC Envoy SSD at 1TB and 2TB, OWC Envoy Pro Elektron at 4TB, and the OWC Envoy Pro Mini in a 2TB capacity. 

Capture with professional grade performance CFX Type A cards

With real-world 1850MB/s read and 1700MB/s write speeds and VPG200 certification to work with all Sony Alpha and FX cameras including a9III, a1, a7SIII, a7IV, a7rV, FX3, FX6, FR7, and FX30. These new OWC Atlas Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards are perfect for the professional filmmaker or extreme action photographer. The OWC Atlas Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type A memory cards are designed for creators who want to benefit from the maximum performance that their Sony cameras can offer, such as 8K video, Pro-slow motion or Pro-high resolution burst RAW photography. Consistent performance allows these cards to flawlessly capture high-volume, high-bitrate shots without a moment of delay. Efficient for handling data-intensive tasks, including transferring large files between the card and computer, these new Type A CFexpress cards from Other World Computing are well suited for professional workflows that demand quick data access. 

Time saving and Quality Assured

The new Atlas Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards are tested under the most aggressive camera settings to ensure delivery of the highest reliability and performance, so professionals can securely store and access irreplaceable content. Using CFexpress 4.0 technology, these Atlas Pro Type A cards can reduce ingestion time by 2x, or more, compared to CFexpress 2.0 cards and by 6x or more vs standard SD cards. With the included OWC Type A-to-Type B adapter, the best performance from these cards can be realized with CFexpress Type B readers. Pair this card with an OWC CFX car dreader to utilize OWC’s Innergize™ health, performance, and field upgrade management software. This ensures OWC memory cards are always ready to deliver the highest level of workflow performance and reliability.

A Complete Ecosystem for Creators

Other World Computing has built the most comprehensive assortment of hardware and software solutions to support the creative process from Capture to Completion™. The OWC Atlas ecosystem is the first step of the process to ensure photographers and videographers have the tools they need to get their vision from camera to audience. 

“With the CFA 4.0 specifications, industry-leading VPG200 certification, along with the rigorous testing and manufacturing standards of OWC, these Atlas CFexpress Type A memory cards will unlock access to the highest quality capture settings enabling SONY shooters to reap the benefits of high-speed and reliability,” says Larry O’Connor, Other World Computing Founder, and CEO. “These cards also benefit from the capability to be upgraded and monitored with our Innergize software, which provides the peace of mind that one’s vision will be captured reliably.”

Other World Computing’s Innergize™ software is integral to the ecosystem built for OWC Atlas memory cards and readers. Innergize checks the health of an Atlas card to ensure it is reliable to use, and then cleans and restores performance to ensure there are zero dropped frames when shooting video or continuous burst photos. Atlas owners can then upgrade their firmware in the field to take advantage of the latest card improvements and ensure OWC cards and readers will perform optimally with their cameras. 

Availability:

The Atlas Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards will be available in May from the OWC dealers in the UK and Ireland. There are also OWC Atlas CFexpress Type B readers available. 

Create Bigger Ideas from Pocket-sized Packages

With over three decades of storage expertise, Other World Computing adds a new product offering and increases capacities to the Envoy line-up of portable storage solutions; delivering the perfect combination of size, performance, reliability, and affordability.

The new OWC Envoy SSD is a portable best-in-class experience, making it the perfect partner for your creations. A stunning rethink of design, this portable SSD boasts aircraft-grade aluminium housing in a palm-sized form factor, providing consistent sustained 1000 MB/s speeds while preventing thermal throttling. The included USB-C cable ensures that Envoy Portable SSD is ready to use with computers, cameras, phones, and tablets. The perfect everyday drive to store, save, backup, and edit large files, this new OWC Envoy SSD is set to quickly become the preferred portable drive for personal and professional use. 

The Envoy Pro Mini is the Ultimate ‘Works with Everything’ Pocket-Sized SSD that packs a punch in both performance and capacity. At a new 2TB capacity and the size of a keychain charm, this new capacity for the Envoy Mini Pro will be a powerful tool for those creators who like to always keep their work with them. The USB-A and USB-C connector means connecting to your capture device of choice is never in question, and you’re always backed up. 

Availability:

The all-new OWC Envoy SSD will be available in May from the OWC dealers in the UK and Ireland. The Envoy Pro Mini is now available for purchase in capacities up to 2TB.

OWC Envoy Pro Elektron SSD build like a tank

The OWC Envoy Pro Elektron, now at 4TB, is a ruggedized, crushproof, dustproof, and waterproof IP67-rated pocket-sized drive.  This new and ultra-high capacity for the SSD expands the storage offering even further for creators who demand performance and high capacity. With the included USB-C connector, you can save, edit, and back up large-format video, lossless audio, and RAW image files with up to 1011MB/s real-world performance. 

Availability:

The Envoy Pro Elektron is available soon for purchase in capacities up to 4TB from the OWC dealers in the UK and Ireland.

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Transcontinenta UK Ltd, as distributor of Lexar in the UK and Ireland, announces a new addition to the Lexar portable SSD line-up: the pocket-sized and superfast Lexar SL500 portable SSD, Lexar SL500 portable SSD with Magnetic Set and Lexar ARMOR 700 portable SSD.

Featuring a super-slim, solid aluminium unibody construction that fits in the palm of your hand, the Lexar SL500 portable SSD delivers exceptional read speeds of up to 2000MB/s and write speeds of up to 1800MB/s, maximizing efficiency. The SL500 portable SSD will be available in capacities ranging from 1TB to 4TB and is compatible with a wide range of devices, including laptops, cameras, Xbox X|S, PS4, PS5, and mobile devices. Specifically, it supports Apple Log video recording in 4K 60FPS ProRes format on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Thanks to the portable SSD single-chip controller solution from Silicon Motion, the SL500 portable SSD provides higher performance while consuming less power and reduced heat generation. Also, the metal casing design enhances heat dissipation. Lower temperatures and reduced power consumption ensure stable performance and extended battery life, thereby enhancing the user’s shooting experience. Additionally, it comes with Lexar DataShield™ 256-bit AES encryption software to keep files secure.

The Lexar SL500 is an amazing portable SSD drive for video and photo enthusiasts due to its connectivity, its market leading size and weight along with blazing fast speeds and of course a great price point too.

The SL500 portable SSD with Magnetic Set provides a variety of accessories, including a magnetic ring, lanyard, and data cable, making it far easier to carry. The SL500 portable SSD seamlessly slips into its convenient magnetic set, allowing for easy and secure attachment to an iPhone. When paired with an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max, users can capture ProRes video, shooting directly to the drive in up to 4K 60FPS. Additionally, with maximum read speeds of 2000MB/s and maximum write speeds of 1800MB/s1, users can quickly transfer files to and from the drive.

The SL500 Portable SSD with Magnetic Set is also compatible with a wide range of other devices like SL500 Portable SSD, including mobile devices, laptops, cameras, as well as gaming consoles. With the included magnetic ring, it can be effortlessly attached to any device you want.

The ARMOR 700 portable SSD features an IP66 rating, making it resistant to both dust and water. Its rugged construction allows it to withstand drops of up to 3 meters. Built for speed and designed for durability, the ARMOR 700 portable SSD is perfect for professional photographers, videographers, content creators, and gamers. It delivers stunning speeds of 2000MB/s max read/write1 and the drive’s clever design also keeps temperatures low even at top speeds, ensuring performance is never sacrificed.

The ARMOR 700 portable SSD also offers broad compatibility, supporting PC, Mac, Tablet, iPad, Android, iPhone 15 pro Series, Xbox X|S, PS4, and PS5. It includes Lexar DataShield™, a 256-bit AES encryption advanced security solution to help keep files secure, and includes a Type-C and USB-A all-in-one cable for convenience.

Key features

• Exceptional USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 performance: Blazing-fast speeds of up to 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write accelerate data transfers for more efficient work (Performance on Mac and other systems not supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 may be lower).
• Slim and Solid: Roughly the size of a credit card at 4.8mm thick, the slim, solid aluminium unibody construction fits comfortably in the palm of your hand or pocket. The ARMOR 700 is rated IP66 to protect against water and dust.
• iPhone friendly: The Lexar SL500 portable SSD supports Apple Pro Res recording. Shoot directly to the drive in up to 4K 60FPS with iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
• Plays nicely with all your devices: The Lexar SL500 Portable SSD is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, iPhone 15 series, gaming consoles, cameras, video cameras and more.
• Keep your files secure: Includes Lexar DataShield™, with 256-bit AES encryption, to help keep your sensitive files secure.
• Rigorously tested: All Lexar products undergo extensive testing in the Lexar Quality Labs, facilities with thousands of different cameras and digital devices to ensure performance, quality, compatibility, and reliability.

Pricing and availability

The new Lexar SL500 portable SSD will be available soon at Lexar resellers in the UK and Ireland. Suggested retail prices will be €129.99 / £109.99 for the 500SL 1 TB version and €219.99 / £189.99 for the SL500 2 TB version. Both the Lexar SL500 portable SSD with Magnetic Set and Lexar ARMOR 700 portable SSD will be available in April and most likely have a premium price of around €25 / £20 over the SL500 versions.

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