Summary
- OWC announced the new Atlas Core CFexpress 4.0 Type B 256GB card
- The card is priced at $280
- It offers up to 3571MB/s read and up to 2227MB/s write speeds
- It features VPG200 certification and 368MB/s sustained write speed
- It targets users of Canon R, Fujifilm GFX, Nikon Z and Panasonic S cameras
OWC has introduced the new Atlas Core CFexpress 4.0 Type B 256GB, a memory card aimed at delivering high performance at a more restrained price.
Other World Computing’s new card arrives at $280 and is aimed at photographers, videographers and content creators who need reliable storage for demanding shooting scenarios without paying for the most expensive options on the market.
The move matters because storage media prices remain under pressure from the global flash memory shortage, with professionals and advanced users looking for more realistic options for everyday production.
What the OWC Atlas Core offers
The OWC Atlas Core CFexpress 4.0 Type B is initially available in a 256GB capacity and promises speeds of up to 3571MB/s read and up to 2227MB/s write.
The company also lists a sustained write speed of 368MB/s, with the card carrying VPG200 certification. This means it can handle scenarios such as high-resolution burst photography, 4K video recording and compressed 8K video without dropped frames.
Who it is made for
The new card targets users who do not necessarily need the absolute fastest card on the market, but want reliable media for real shooting conditions.
According to OWC, the Atlas Core is designed for Canon R-series, Fujifilm GFX, Nikon Z and Panasonic S-series cameras, while also targeting Nikon DSLR users moving from XQD to CFexpress.
Software support and warranty
The card works with OWC’s Innergize software, which allows card health monitoring and firmware updates.
OWC backs the new Atlas Core with a three-year warranty, an important point for professionals who depend on memory cards during critical shoots.
Price and availability
The OWC Atlas Core CFexpress 4.0 Type B 256GB is available at $280.
In the same price category, it competes with series such as Lexar Gold, SanDisk Extreme Pro, Glyph Capture+ and Nextorage B3SE. For now, OWC offers only one capacity option in the Core lineup.
What we think
The new Atlas Core appears to strike a sensible balance: enough speed for most modern mirrorless use cases, VPG200 certification and a lower price than extreme professional solutions. For many photographers and videographers, that may be more useful than a card with theoretical performance that cameras cannot fully use yet.
Frequently asked questions
What type of card is the OWC Atlas Core?
It is a CFexpress 4.0 Type B card with a 256GB capacity.
What speeds does it offer?
OWC lists up to 3571MB/s read, up to 2227MB/s write and 368MB/s sustained write speed.
Does it support 8K video?
The company says the card is suitable for 4K video and up to compressed 8K video.
Which cameras is it compatible with?
OWC mentions compatibility with Canon R-series, Fujifilm GFX, Nikon Z, Panasonic S-series and Nikon DSLR models moving from XQD.
How much does it cost?
It is priced at $280 for the 256GB version.
