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32GB Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX High-Speed Memory Card for Sony Devices
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32GB Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX High-Speed Memory Card for Sony Devices

Status: 32GB Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX High-Speed…: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

Bottom line: The 32GB Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX High-Speed Memory Card: Up to 50MB/sec read speed for faster photo and video offloads; main trade-off: write speed tops out at 20MB/sec, well below the 50MB/sec read.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Up to 50MB/sec read speed for faster photo and video offloads
  • ✓ 32GB capacity for long Full HD recording sessions
  • ✓ Built for Sony Alpha DSLR, Handycam and Cyber-shot devices
  • ✓ MagicGate copyright protection built in
  • ✓ Free File Rescue software helps recover deleted files

Cons

  • ✗ Write speed tops out at 20MB/sec, well below the 50MB/sec read
  • ✗ Duo form factor will not fit SD or microSD slots
  • ✗ Works only in Sony and other Memory Stick-ready devices
  • ✗ Many PC card readers lack a Memory Stick slot for offloading

Manufacturer description

The Sony 32GB Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX is a high-speed memory card for Sony cameras and camcorders that still use the Memory Stick Duo slot. Sony designed it for Alpha DSLR cameras, Handycam camcorders, Cyber-shot cameras and other compatible Sony devices, so you can expand storage without changing your workflow. Read speeds reach up to 50MB/sec, so moving a full card of Full HD clips and high-resolution stills to your computer takes less time. Write speeds reach up to 20MB/sec, which covers Full HD video recording and normal stills shooting on the Sony bodies the card was built for. The…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored 32GB Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX High-Speed Memory Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the PC & gaming hardware category. Sony's PC & gaming hardware 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this 32GB Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo work in my Sony Cyber-shot or Handycam?

Sony designed this card for Alpha DSLR cameras, Handycam camcorders, Cyber-shot cameras and other compatible Sony devices. Check that your device's manual lists Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo support before you buy.

How fast is the Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX?

Sony rates it at up to 50MB/sec read and up to 20MB/sec write. Real speeds depend on your camera and card reader.

Is it fast enough for recording Full HD video?

Yes. Sony markets this card for capturing high-quality Full HD images and video, and its write speed reaches up to 20MB/sec, which suits Full HD recording on compatible Sony devices.

Can I recover photos I deleted by accident?

The card comes with free File Rescue software, which can recover deleted photos and videos. Results depend on whether the files have been overwritten since they were deleted.

What is MagicGate and do I need it?

MagicGate is Sony's copyright protection technology, and this card supports it. Some Sony devices use it to handle protected content. For ordinary photos and video it works in the background, and you do not need to set anything up.

Key Features

  • 32GB High-Speed Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
  • Ideal for capturing high-quality Full HD images and videos
  • Read speed up to 50MB/sec - write speed up to 20MB/sec
  • Designed especially for Sony Cameras and Camcorders
  • MagicGate copyright protection technology

Full Specifications

RAM32 GB
ASINB003F8SUMO
BrandSony
ColorBlack
Model NameMSHX32B
Read Speed50 Megabytes Per Second
Item Weight0.071 ounces
Write Speed20 MB per second
ManufacturerMSHX32B
Model NumberMSHX32B
Warranty TypeLimited
Special FeatureLightweight
Flash Memory TypeMemory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Item model numberMSHX32B
Compatible DevicesCamera
Hardware InterfaceMemory Stick PRO Duo
Product Dimensions0.06 x 1.22 x 0.79 inches
Date First AvailableMarch 10, 2012
Item DimensionsLxWxH0.06 x 1.22 x 0.79 inches
Memory Storage Capacity32 GB

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