Transcend

Transcend 4GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera

Name: Transcend 4GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera
Brand: Transcend
SKU: B000VY7HYM
Price: 10.99 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-11

Mike Perry has researched PC hardware since 2014, tracking 80+ GPU generations, 50+ retro handheld platforms, and 30+ vintage PC configurations. He synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides. View full credentials →

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-09-10. Price and availability subject to change.

Bottom line: The Transcend 4GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the external storage category, priced around $10.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

133X write speed (21.5 MB per second) Low power consumption

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Transcend 4GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the external storage category. Transcend's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is the Transcend 4GB CompactFlash card?

Transcend rates it at up to 50MB/s read and a 133X write speed of 21.5MB per second. That is fast enough for RAW stills and standard HD video capture on the DSLR generations that use CompactFlash.

How many photos will 4GB hold?

It depends entirely on your camera's file size. A 6-12 megapixel DSLR JPEG runs a few megabytes, so you'll get hundreds; uncompressed RAW files from a higher-resolution body will cut that to a few dozen.

Is this card MLC or TLC?

It uses MLC NAND. MLC tolerates more program/erase cycles than the TLC flash used in many budget cards, which is why it holds up in cameras and embedded gear that write continuously.

Will this work in a CF-to-IDE adapter for a retro PC build?

CompactFlash Type I cards are commonly used this way, and the small 4GB capacity suits vintage systems with volume-size limits. Confirm your adapter and BIOS support before buying, since compatibility varies by board.

What is the warranty on this card?

Transcend publishes warranty terms per product line and they vary by region and purchase date. Check the current product listing or Transcend's support site for the terms that apply to your order.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 133X write speed (21.5 MB per second)
✓ Backed by Transcend's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

133X write speed (21.5 MB per second)
Low power consumption

Full Specifications

Size	4 GB
Brand	Transcend
Color	Black
Model	TS4GCF133
Warranty	Five-year Limited Warranty
UnitCount	1
ReleaseDate	2019-07-31T00:00:01Z
Manufacturer	Transcend Information
ItemPartNumber	TS4GCF133

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Transcend 4GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-09-10. Price and availability subject to change.