--- product_id: 48615284 title: "1GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera" brand: "transcend" price: "R1989" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Transcend" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48615284-1gb-compactflash-cf-memory-card-up-to-50mb-s-mlc store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 50MB/s read speed 10,000 insertion cycles durability Built-in ECC data protection 1GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera **Brand:** transcend **Price:** R1989 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🕰️ Keep your vintage gear future-proof with Transcend’s ultimate legacy memory card! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 1GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera by transcend - **How much does it cost?** R1989 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48615284-1gb-compactflash-cf-memory-card-up-to-50mb-s-mlc) ## Best For - transcend enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted transcend brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Legacy Tech Savior:** Specifically engineered 1GB capacity for vintage cameras, CNC routers, and classic machines that demand ultra-legacy compatibility. - • **Blazing Stable Speeds:** Up to 50MB/s read and 20MB/s write with Ultra DMA Mode 4 ensures lag-free, professional-grade data transfers. - • **Error-Proof Your Data:** Advanced ECC technology automatically detects and corrects errors, safeguarding your irreplaceable files and machine codes. - • **Rock-Solid Durability:** Premium MLC NAND flash rated for 10,000+ insertion/removal cycles—built to withstand daily industrial or creative use. - • **Peace of Mind Included:** Comes with free RecoveRx recovery software and a 5-year limited warranty—because your legacy data deserves protection. ## Overview The Transcend 1GB CompactFlash card is a specialized memory solution designed for early-generation devices requiring strict 1GB storage limits. Featuring up to 50MB/s read speeds, premium MLC NAND flash for durability, and built-in ECC for data integrity, it supports legacy cameras, CNC machines, and vintage electronics. Backed by a 5-year warranty and free data recovery software, it’s the trusted choice for professionals preserving classic tech workflows. ## Description Shop for Transcend PC products at the desertcart.co.uk Computers & Accessories store. Review: Cheap but Mighty - I bought this card for my Canon EOS 400D, and I was pleased to see when I turned the camera on that it cheerfully displayed "1587" to show me how many raw shots could be recorded before I'd have to change cards. Woohoo! Having bought a 2Gb SanDisk Extreme IV with the camera, I didn't want to spend a fortune on spare cards so I did some research on the web to find out exactly how fast a card needs to be before the write speed of the camera falls short of the card and you are paying for "unused extra speed". I have found it difficult to find accurate sources on the web but it seems that a 133x card should be more than adequate for storing data as fast as an EOS 400D can supply it. Which of course means a less congested buffer and more shots in a row in burst mode! I have done some simple tests with this Transcend card compared to my Extreme IV, and superficially at least there is no appreciable difference in performance. I have read that the larger memory address space of high capacity cards can slow down data writing slightly as compared to smaller cards, so I will not be going higher than 16Gb. I will be buying a few more of these babies before I go off around the planet! ** Update follows (26 Mar 09) ** Since writing this review I have upgraded to the delicious Canon EOS 40D (see my review on the kit version for the low-down). The performance of the Canon EOS 40D with the Transcend 133x 16Gb card is noticeably poor compared to both the 2Gb and 4Gb versions of the SanDisk Extreme IV range. Since I do a lot of high speed shooting, I therefore sold my Transcend card with my Canon EOS 400D. So, if you are a 400D/Rebel user, this card will do fine speed-wise and it is a LOT of storage at a low price. However if you are a Canon 40D user, and you want the full shooting speed, you will probably want a faster card. I have recent reviews on the 2Gb and 4Gb SanDisk Extreme IV cards which will help you decide how fast your cards need to be. Review: Excellent so far - used as a replacement 1.8" HDD - Bought this to use as a replacement hard disk in a sixth gen iPod Classic (120GB). It had been dropped one too may times, and the existing drive was clicking and freezing badly, but replacement mechanical drives are still pretty expensive. I had bought a cheap ZIF to CF adaptor from Ebay, along with the necessary tools to split the iPod apart (about £5 all in). Got this CF card as it offered a good size for the price, and the lower speed of this card was not an issue for music playback as the bitrate is only 320kbps. The card has been great - worked straight away after a reformat with iTunes, showing 30GB of space. Upload of music was fast, and performance in use has been excellent, with near-instant restart from pause, quick track selection etc. The iPod is also marginally lighter, and the battery life is good. Recommended if you want to convert your classic to SSD storage. ## Features - ULTIMATE SOLUTION FOR ULTRA-LEGACY TECH: With a highly specialized 1GB capacity, this CF card is specifically engineered for early-generation electronics with strict storage limits. It is the absolute go-to choice for classic sewing and embroidery machines, older CNC routers, vintage synthesizers, and first-generation digital cameras that cannot read cards larger than 1GB. - RELIABLE 133X PERFORMANCE: Delivers stable data transfers with read speeds of up to 50 MB/s and write speeds of up to 20 MB/s. Supported by Ultra DMA transfer mode 4, it ensures your critical machine codes, audio samples, or legacy data are loaded efficiently and without system lag. - PREMIUM MLC NAND FLASH: Built with high-grade MLC NAND Flash chips to deliver exceptional durability, stability, and long-lasting reliability. Rated for up to 10,000 insertion and removal cycles, making it incredibly robust for frequent industrial use or daily machine operations. - ADVANCED DATA PROTECTION: Equipped with built-in Error Correcting Code (ECC) technology to automatically detect and correct transfer errors. This crucial feature ensures your irreplaceable machine configurations, patterns, and files remain safe from corruption. - RECOVERX SOFTWARE & 5-YEAR WARRANTY: Includes free access to Transcend's exclusive RecoveRx data recovery software, allowing you to easily retrieve accidentally deleted files. Backed by a Five-Year Limited Warranty for complete peace of mind. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000ZO0GBO | | Best Sellers Rank | 23,412 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 21 in CompactFlash Cards | | Brand | Transcend | | Brand Name | Transcend | | Colour | red | | Compatible Devices | Camera, Smartphone, Tablet | | Compatible devices | Camera, Smartphone, Tablet | | Country of Origin | Taiwan | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 6,969 Reviews | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 5 Years | | Flash Memory Type | CompactFlash | | Flash memory type | CompactFlash | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00760557811190 | | Hardware Connectivity | CompactFlash | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13D x 8W x 2H centimetres | | Item Dimensions L x W | 43L x 36W millimetres | | Item Highlight | Ultra DMA transfer mode 4 (UDMA 4), ECC Support | | Item Part Number | TS1GCF133 | | Item Weight | 0.4 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Transcend | | Manufacturer Part Number | TS1GCF133 | | Media Speed | 20 | | Memory Storage Capacity | 1 GB | | Memory storage capacity | 1 GB | | Model Name | TS1GCF133 | | Model Number | TS1GCF133 | | Model name | TS1GCF133 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Product Features | High-speed performance for professional applications | | Product Warranty | Five-year Limited Warranty | | Read Speed | 50 Megabytes Per Second | | Secure Digital Association Speed Class | Class 10 | | UPC | 760557811190 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Warranty Type | Limited | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Transcend - **Compatible devices:** Camera, Smartphone, Tablet - **Flash memory type:** CompactFlash - **Memory storage capacity:** 1 GB - **Model name:** TS1GCF133 ## Images ![1GB CompactFlash CF Memory Card, Up to 50MB/s, MLC, DSLR Camera - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/618cfyomnJL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does this work with a nikon D800?** A: I have no issues using this card with a Nikon D810 camera. **Q: does this work on a nikon coolpix 990** A: Sorry James i dont have a nikon 990, i bort it for my Olympus C5050z camera which is 15yrs old but a great camera.At the time of buying it biggest CF cards were the 1GB cards, but i was at time happy to use 100mb cards. Now those cards aresmall. 2GB is the maximum compact flash memory card size. You would think as its a smaller size it would cost a lot less but thatis not so. I have no complaints about all told i bort 4 compact flash cards at 2GB. I only use it now and again and it is a great camera. visit Nikon USA website and ask them they will be able to tell you or Nikon tech support in England. Joe **Q: Is this Compact flash card compatible for a Nikon E8800?** A: If it accepts C.F. cards then yes **Q: Which card reader would be the best for transcend 4gb 133x ultra speed compact flash card** A: Lexar professional 3.0 Dual slot reader ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cheap but Mighty *by B***G on 31 October 2008* I bought this card for my Canon EOS 400D, and I was pleased to see when I turned the camera on that it cheerfully displayed "1587" to show me how many raw shots could be recorded before I'd have to change cards. Woohoo! Having bought a 2Gb SanDisk Extreme IV with the camera, I didn't want to spend a fortune on spare cards so I did some research on the web to find out exactly how fast a card needs to be before the write speed of the camera falls short of the card and you are paying for "unused extra speed". I have found it difficult to find accurate sources on the web but it seems that a 133x card should be more than adequate for storing data as fast as an EOS 400D can supply it. Which of course means a less congested buffer and more shots in a row in burst mode! I have done some simple tests with this Transcend card compared to my Extreme IV, and superficially at least there is no appreciable difference in performance. I have read that the larger memory address space of high capacity cards can slow down data writing slightly as compared to smaller cards, so I will not be going higher than 16Gb. I will be buying a few more of these babies before I go off around the planet! ** Update follows (26 Mar 09) ** Since writing this review I have upgraded to the delicious Canon EOS 40D (see my review on the kit version for the low-down). The performance of the Canon EOS 40D with the Transcend 133x 16Gb card is noticeably poor compared to both the 2Gb and 4Gb versions of the SanDisk Extreme IV range. Since I do a lot of high speed shooting, I therefore sold my Transcend card with my Canon EOS 400D. So, if you are a 400D/Rebel user, this card will do fine speed-wise and it is a LOT of storage at a low price. However if you are a Canon 40D user, and you want the full shooting speed, you will probably want a faster card. I have recent reviews on the 2Gb and 4Gb SanDisk Extreme IV cards which will help you decide how fast your cards need to be. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent so far - used as a replacement 1.8" HDD *by O***C on 27 September 2011* Bought this to use as a replacement hard disk in a sixth gen iPod Classic (120GB). It had been dropped one too may times, and the existing drive was clicking and freezing badly, but replacement mechanical drives are still pretty expensive. I had bought a cheap ZIF to CF adaptor from Ebay, along with the necessary tools to split the iPod apart (about £5 all in). Got this CF card as it offered a good size for the price, and the lower speed of this card was not an issue for music playback as the bitrate is only 320kbps. The card has been great - worked straight away after a reformat with iTunes, showing 30GB of space. Upload of music was fast, and performance in use has been excellent, with near-instant restart from pause, quick track selection etc. The iPod is also marginally lighter, and the battery life is good. Recommended if you want to convert your classic to SSD storage. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best priced Cf card there is! *by P***G on 22 October 2010* Bought 2 Transcend 16Gb 133x Compact Flash SD Card and the price was a total bargain! 32 for a 16Gb card is something you don't find every day. In terms of speed it is pretty satisfactory not a super super fast card for full Raw photography in continuous shot mode but in single shot it's good. I use it for filming on a canon 5D and 7D and for video it works great, totally recommend these if your making movies on a DSLR. Haven't had a single overheating problem with them and have been filming day long shoots. For filmaking you wont find better CF card with this price! Will totally buy more of these Cf cards in the future! ## Frequently Bought Together - Transcend TS1GCF133 1GB 133X Compact Flash Card - Transcend PCMCIA Ata Adapter for Cf 2 Card - Memory Card Reader, BENFEI 4in1 USB 3.0 and USB-C to SD Micro SD MS CF Card Reader Adapter, 4 Cards Simultaneously Read and Write, Compatible with iPhone 15 Series, MacBook Pro/Air 2023, and More --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48615284-1gb-compactflash-cf-memory-card-up-to-50mb-s-mlc](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48615284-1gb-compactflash-cf-memory-card-up-to-50mb-s-mlc) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-11-05*