The Sandisk Creator SD UHS-II Card expands the Creator Series with a clear focus on photographers and videographers who want decent speeds without paying V90-level prices. I tested the 1TB variant in the Sony a6700 and Canon EOS R6 Mark III over several weeks.
My usage included burst photography, oversampled 4K video, and some RAW clips. The card handled mixed photo and video workloads reliably in both hybrid mirrorless bodies. It does not target the extreme performance tier, but it covers most real-world creator needs without friction. Let’s take a closer look.
Price and Availability
In India, the 128GB variant starts around ₹12,799. The 256GB version usually sits around ₹19,699. The 512GB model for ₹38,999 and the 1TB option for ₹64,999.
Availability includes Sandisk’s official site, Amazon, Flipkart, B&H, and major camera retailers. Sandisk bundles a one-month Adobe Creative Cloud subscription with each card, covering either the All Apps or Photography plan.
Design
Sandisk uses the Creator Series lilac-blue ombre finish here. The design looks subtle and distinctive, similar to the USB-C Flash Drive and the Creator Phone SSD. The card uses a standard SDXC form factor and includes UHS-II contacts on the rear for higher bus speeds.
The build feels solid. The plastic shell shows no flex, and the card slides in and out of both camera bodies smoothly. I did not face alignment or insertion issues in either the Sony or Canon.
Sandisk does not list specific weather sealing beyond standard SD tolerances, but the card should be able to handle light dust and everyday pocket exposure without problems.
Usability
Both cameras recognized the card instantly with full UHS-II support. In the Sony a6700, I recorded 4K 60fps footage without warnings. The camera also handled RAW plus JPEG bursts at 11fps, and the buffer cleared fast enough but not as good as a V90 card.
The V60 rating guarantees a minimum sustained write speed of 60MB/s (peak 150MB/s), which keeps video recording reliable. A V90 card still clears buffers faster in edge cases, but the difference only matters during extreme burst or slow-motion 120fps scenarios.
File transfers through a UHS-II card reader to my Mac stayed quick. I moved hundreds of RAW files and large 4K footage within minutes. Hybrid shooters who alternate between photos and video will find the workflow straightforward. Formatting the card in-camera remains the best practice.
Performance
Sandisk rates the card for up to 280MB/s read speeds and up to 150MB/s write speeds, but the 128GB card is capped at a lower write figure of 100MB/s.
Synthetic testing via a UHS-II reader on macOS showed read speeds in the 260 to 275MB/s range. Write speeds sustained between 130 and 145MB/s, which stayed close to advertised numbers.
In-camera performance matched expectations. On the Sony a6700, the camera cleared the buffer after 50 plus RAW frames in roughly 6 to 8 seconds. Video recording remained stable across all tested modes.
The card does not top the UHS-II charts, but it delivers predictable and steady performance. Creators who do not rely on constant 40fps bursts or maximum-bitrate RAW video will find the speed more than sufficient.
Review Verdict: Should You Buy the Sandisk Creator SD UHS-II Card?
Pros
- Read speeds up to 280MB/s and sustained write speeds around 130 to 150MB/s
- V60 rating supports reliable 4K 60fps recording
- Capacity options up to 1TB suit long shoots
- One-month Adobe Creative Cloud subscription
- Strong value compared to premium V90 cards
Cons
- 128GB model limited to 100MB/s write speeds
- Higher capacities climb quickly in price
The Sandisk Creator SD UHS-II Card suits hybrid shooters who want reliable performance without paying extra for marginal gains. Creators who shoot 4K, rely on burst photography, and need fast transfers will find it a strong option. Those who chase every last frame of buffer clearance should still look at V90 cards. For most creators, this card strikes a perfect balance between speed, capacity, and cost.
First reviewed in January 2026.
