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Canon Powershot Memory Card Compatibility

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Compatible memory cards for the Canon Powershot lineup of cameras. Canon PowerShot memory cards only used a handful of differnt types, with most cameras used SD memory cards.

There are different SD card versions. They can be easily identified by the maximum capacity of the cards.

  • SD - Up to 2GB
  • SDHC - Up to 32GB
  • SDXC - Up to 2TB

Errors can occur if a card that has a maximum capacity that is larger than what the camera is compatible with. The file system the camera uses will not be able to address the entire contents of the card.

Any SanDisk, Lexar, or PNY card with UHS-I will be more than fast enough for a camera that uses SDHC or SDXC cards. Only 32GB SDHC cards have UHS-I.

For cameras that use the SD card standard, your only choice is the 2GB Transcend card. 🤷‍♂️

MicroSD cards are a smaller format with the same capacity limitations.

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The PDF manual for your camera has answers to common questions and problems. They can be downloaded from the Canon Support Site.

Get the PDF manual for your camera. It will have the answers to common problems.

  • Make sure the card isn’t locked.
  • Format the card in the camera.
  • Buy direct from a reputable source to avoid fake cards.

These Canon PowerShot models are only compatible with SD memory cards. 2GB is the maximum capacity that can be used. Using a larger capacity card can cause errors or result in corrupted images.

  • Canon PowerShot A400

  • Canon PowerShot A430

  • Canon PowerShot A530

  • Canon PowerShot A540

  • Canon PowerShot A610

  • Canon PowerShot A620

  • Canon PowerShot S2 IS

  • Canon PowerShot S80

  • Canon PowerShot SD 300 / DIGITAL IXUS 40

  • Canon PowerShot SD 500 / DIGITAL IXUS 700

  • Canon PowerShot SD 550 / DIGITAL IXUS 750

  • Canon PowerShot SD10 / DIGITAL IXUS i

  • Canon PowerShot SD100 / DIGITAL IXUS ll

  • Canon PowerShot SD110 / DIGITAL IXUS lls

  • Canon PowerShot SD20 / DIGITAL IXUS i5

  • Canon PowerShot SD200 / DIGITAL IXUS 30

  • Canon PowerShot SD30 / DIGITAL IXUS i zoom

  • Canon PowerShot SD300 / DIGITAL IXUS 40

  • Canon PowerShot SD400 / DIGITAL IXUS 50

  • Canon PowerShot SD430 WIRELESS / DIGITAL IXUS WIRELESS

  • Canon PowerShot SD450 / DIGITAL IXUS 55

  • Canon PowerShot SD600 / DIGITAL IXUS 60

  • Canon PowerShot SD630 / DIGITAL IXUS 65

  • Canon PowerShot SD700 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 800 IS

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The best Canon A400 SD memory cards
Transcent 2GB Card
  • You don’t really have a choice.
  • Best value for the money.
  • 2GB SanDisk card is twice as expensive.
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Trying to use a SD card with a capacity larger than 32GB will likely result in errors or corrupt image files.

  • Canon PowerShot D10

  • Canon PowerShot E1

  • Canon PowerShot G7

  • Canon PowerShot G9

  • Canon PowerShot G10

  • Canon PowerShot G11

  • Canon PowerShot S3 IS

  • Canon PowerShot S5 IS

  • Canon PowerShot S90

  • Canon PowerShot SX1 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX10 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX100 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX110 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX120 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX20 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX200 IS

  • Canon PowerShot TX1

  • Canon PowerShot A580 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon A720 IS - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A460 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A470 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A480 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A550 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A560 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A570 IS - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A590 IS - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A630 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A640 - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A650 IS - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A710 IS - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A1100 IS - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot A2000 IS - MultiMediaCards (MMC) and MMCplus

  • Canon PowerShot SD1000 / DIGITAL IXUS 70

  • Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 80 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 95 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD40 / DIGITAL IXUS i 7 zoom

  • Canon PowerShot SD750 / DIGITAL IXUS 75

  • Canon PowerShot SD770 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 85 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD780 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 100 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD790 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 90 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD800 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 850 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD850 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 950 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD870 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 860 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD880 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 870 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD900 / DIGITAL IXUS 900 Ti

  • Canon PowerShot SD940 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 120 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD950 IS/ DIGITAL IXUS 960 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD960 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 110 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD970 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 990 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD980 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 200 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD990 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 980 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 1000 HS

32GB cards are often less expensive than 16GB versions.

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PNY Elite 32GB SD Memory Card
PNY Elite 32GB SD Card
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  • Sequential read speed of up to 100MB/s
  • Class 10, U1 rating delivers speed and performance for full HD photography and HD videography.
  • V10 video speed rating to capture uninterrupted HD video at 1920x1080 format
  • Compatible with point & shoot cameras, DSLR cameras, standard & advanced HD-enabled video cameras, and more
  • Reliable & Durable: Magnet Proof, Shock Proof, Temperature Proof, Waterproof
SanDisk Ultra 32GB UHS-I SD Card
SanDisk Ultra 32GB SD Card
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  • Quick transfer read speeds up to 90MB/s.
  • Write speeds are not capable of recording 4k video.
  • Class 10 rating for Full HD video (1080p).
  • Waterproof, temperature proof, X-ray Proof, magnet-Proof, and shockproof.
Samsung EVO Plus 32GB SD Memory Card
Samsung EVO Plus 32GB SD Card
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  • UHS Speed Class 1 (U1) supports Full HD video and burst shots. 130MB/s transfer speeds1 let you upload footage to your PC in an instant.
  • Built to survive tough conditions and heavy usage, whether you’re at home, outside, or on the go. Backed by 10-year limited warranty.
  • Highly durable with comprehensive 7-proof protection.
  • Backed by a 10 year warranty.

  • Canon PowerShot D20

  • Canon PowerShot G1 X

  • Canon PowerShot G12

  • Canon PowerShot G15

  • Canon PowerShot G16

  • Canon PowerShot A495

  • Canon PowerShot A530

  • Canon PowerShot A810

  • Canon PowerShot A1200

  • Canon PowerShot A1400

  • Canon PowerShot A2200

  • Canon PowerShot A2300

  • Canon PowerShot A2400

  • Canon PowerShot A2500

  • Canon PowerShot A2600

  • Canon PowerShot A3100

  • Canon PowerShot A3200 IS

  • Canon PowerShot A3300 IS

  • Canon PowerShot A3400 IS

  • Canon PowerShot A4000 IS

  • Canon PowerShot S95

  • Canon PowerShot S100

  • Canon PowerShot S110

  • Canon PowerShot S120

  • Canon PowerShot S200

  • Canon PowerShot SX130 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX150 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX170 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX230 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SX270 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SX280 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SX30 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX40 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SX50 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SX500 IS

  • Canon PowerShot SX510 HS

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 100 HS / IXUS 115 HS

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 110 HS / IXUS 125 HS

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 115 IS / IXUS 132

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 120 IS / IXUS 135

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS / IXUS 140

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS / IXUS 220 HS

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS / IXUS 230 HS

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 320 HS / IXUS 240 HS

  • Canon IXUS 245 HS (Japan, Europe only)

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS / IXUS 255 HS

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 500 HS / IXUS 310 HS

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 510 HS / IXUS 1100 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS / IXUS 105

  • Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS / IXUS 130

  • Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS / IXUS 210

  • Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS / IXUS 300 HS

  • Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS / IXUS 1000 HS

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SanDisk Ultra 64GB SD Card
SanDisk Ultra 64GB SD Card
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  • UHS-I, U1, and Class 10 Speed Rating. Can sustain 10MB/s write speeds.
  • Excellent choice for photos.
  • Capable of recording Full HD (1920x1080) Video.
  • Inexpensive with more than good enough performance.
  • Larger capacities are available for a reasonable price.
PNY Elite-X 128GB SD Card
PNY Elite-X 128GB SD Card
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  • UHS-I, U3, V30, and Class 10 Speed Rating. Can sustain 30MB/s write speeds.
  • Good for burst shooting photos and recording 4K video.
  • Larger capacity cards are available.
  • Reliable & Durable: Magnet Proof, Shock Proof, Temperature Proof, Waterproof.
SanDisk Extreme PRO 128GB SD Card
SanDisk Extreme PRO 128GB SD Card
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  • Comparatively expensive for faster read speeds.
  • UHS-I, U3, V30, and Class 10 Speed Rating. Can sustain 30MB/s write speeds.
  • Only makes sense for professional use or if you need the largest storage capacity available.
  • Temperature-proof, waterproof, shock-proof, and X-ray-proof.
  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS / IXUS 500 HS
  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS / IXUS 510 HS
  • Canon PowerShot N

This is an estimation of the quantity of large JPEGs you could expect to keep on an SD memory card.

  • 4GB - 1920 images
  • 8GB - 3840 images
  • 16GB - 7680 images
  • 32GB - 15360 images

Speed ratings for SD cards are established by the sequential read and write speeds. The speed of the SD memory card is important in the event that many images need to be written to the SD card.

SD Card Speed Class
SD Card Speed Class

The Class speed rating of an SD memory card is based on the sustained write speed of the memory card. A Class speed rating of 2 means that the card can maintain a write speed of at minimum 2MB per second.

  • Class 2 - 2MB/s
  • Class 4 - 4MB/s
  • Class 6 - 6MB/s
  • Class 8 - 8MB/s
  • Class 10 - 10MB/s

The best rating a card can obtain is Class 10. There are cards that are significantly faster than 10MB/s. Those cards use other technology, such as UHS (Ultra Highspeed Bus), that have a separate rating specifications.

Sustained write speeds of 2MB, 4MB, 6MB, or 8MB per second means the card has a speed class of 2, 4, 6, or 8. Cards that have write speeds of 10MB/s or faster are rated as Class 10.

Canon Memory Card Types

Updated on 2024-04-04
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