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Sony Expands SxS Series with High Speed SxS PRO 64GB

(SINGAPORE, 9 SEPTEMBER) – Professional filmmakers have a new choice in digital storage today with the new SxS PRO 64GB from Sony. Possessing faster read/write speeds of 1.2Gbps and huge capacity, the SxS PRO 64GB can capture video of higher bit-rate, hold 120 minutes of footage in HD422 50Mbps in MXF mode and copy it to a PC in just around eight minutes, significan tly enhancing a user’s workflow.

In addition to its distinguished data transfer speed, filmmakers will also appreciate its data reliability, high durability and useful functions with XDCAM/XDCAM EX, included in the full SxS memory card range, which is achieved through “Intelligent Technology by SxS”. Error correction, wear levelling, read reclaim, power failure management, and more ensure superior data reliability and durability in even the most severe operation and storage temperatures. Like its SxS predecessors, the SBP-64A offers salvage function and slow-motion recording function as a result of being co-engineered with XDCAM/XDCAM EX.

The SxS PRO 64GB will be available in Asia Pacific from October 2011.

Specification Sheet

Interface ExpressCard/34, PCI Express

Transfer Speed

( Read speed )

Write Speed

1.2Gbps (=150MB/s)*

1.2Gbps (=150MB/s)*

Operating

Voltage

Power

Consumption

Capacity/Usable

Capacity

DC 3.3 V ±10%, DC 1.5 V ±10%

64GB / Approx. 59.4GB

TYP. Approx.1.2 W, MAX. Approx.1.6 W

Recording

Time(Reference)

Approximately 120min (HD422 50Mbps)

Operating

Temperature

-25

-65

℃ to 95 % (Without Condensation) Operating &

Storage

Humidity

Storage

Temperature

-40

-85

Weight Approx.27g

Dimension (W x

H x D)

Reliability**

Approx.34 x 5 x 75 mm ( excluding the projecting parts )

Shock resistance 1,500G Insertion/removable durability

Vibration proof 15G Shock absorption

30,000 times

150cm

* Based on Sony internal testing, actual speed varies upon the measurement conditions.

**Performance test by Sony internal standard

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About Sony Electronics Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.

Based in Singapore, Sony Electronics Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. is a subsidiary of Sony

Corporation. It serves as the regional management and marketing headquarters for Sony’s consumer as well as broadcasting and professional products, overseeing Asia Pacific, Middle

East and Africa regions. For more information on Sony’s products and services in Asia Pacific, please visit www.sony-asia.com

About Sony Corporation

Sony Corporation is a leading manufacturer of audio, video, game, communications, key device and information technology products for the consumer and professional markets. With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and on-line businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in the world. Sony recorded consolidated annual sales of approximately US$86.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2011. Sony

Global Web Site: http://www.sony.net/

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