Nikon has added a "Full Format" option for compatible CFexpress memory cards.
According to page 30 of the supplemental reference guide, this option deletes data from all areas of the card.
The guide suggests using this option if one notices a drop in speed at which data are read or written to the card.
Page 31 recommends using the "full format" option prior to transfer of ownership or disposal of the card.
So I have a few questions:
1. Are all brands of CFexpress type B cards compatible?
2. Are there any more specific guidelines on when to use the "Full Format" option to address read/write performance.
3. How does use of the "Full Format" option positively or negatively affect the life of the card? Most manufacturers speak in terms of "write cycles" when advertising or guaranteeing card life.
According to page 30 of the supplemental reference guide, this option deletes data from all areas of the card.
The guide suggests using this option if one notices a drop in speed at which data are read or written to the card.
Page 31 recommends using the "full format" option prior to transfer of ownership or disposal of the card.
So I have a few questions:
1. Are all brands of CFexpress type B cards compatible?
2. Are there any more specific guidelines on when to use the "Full Format" option to address read/write performance.
3. How does use of the "Full Format" option positively or negatively affect the life of the card? Most manufacturers speak in terms of "write cycles" when advertising or guaranteeing card life.