Sony FX6 Card Slots: Full Specs and Tips 2026
The Sony FX6's dual card slots redefine pro video capture. This 2026 deep-dive covers FX6 card slots capacities, formats, and workflow hacks for filmmakers.
Supporting CFexpress Type A and SD UHS-II, FX6 ensures uninterrupted 4K/120p and 6K RAW.
Slot Specifications Breakdown
Slot 1: CFexpress Type A/SD dual. Slot 2: SD UHS-II. Simultaneous recording possible.
Max: 1.7Gbps write for high-frame proxies.
- CFexpress: 800MB/s sustained
- SD: 300MB/s dual slots
- XAVC-I up to 600Mbps
Recommended Cards for 2026
Sony Tough series or SanDisk Extreme Pro. Budget: Lexar Gold.
- 512GB for full-day shoots
- 1TB for RAW workflows
- Backup via dual rec
Recording Modes and Limits
Relay auto-switches slots. Loop overwrites oldest clips.
- 4K 120p: 45min per 1TB
- 6K RAW: 20min per TB
- ProRes via ext. recorder
Workflow Optimization Tips
Offload via USB-C reader. Use Catalyst Browse for organization.
- Batch rename on camera
- Metadata logging
- ND filter sync rec