D4 Card Err Problems - XQD an CF

rmp

I hate intermittent problems!!!! My D4 comes up with a "card err" problem every so-often. XQD is primary, CF is backup. If I format the cards in the camera or on the computer, the problem goes away for a few shots, then it comes back. If I use only one card (either card) the problem seems to go away (I have not tried this for a long shoot.)

My XQD is Sony's G series (400 MB/s). Anyone else seen this problem?

spraynpray

What if you use a different pair of cards together?

rmp

I have not tried that. I just ordered a slower XQD card -- it will be my second XQD card. I have a bunch of CF cards. When I get the new XQD I will try a differ pair.

rmp

I got the new XQD card. By itself it works as it should. So does the old XQD card. Problem still exist with bot XQD and CF cards in the D4. Now, I will try a new (different) CF card.

rmp

Can a CF card have or cause an intermittent problem? I know the contacts in the camera can cause an intermittent problem, but can the card be the cause? I guess I will find out the answer tonight.

Ironheart

Have you pulled the battery to let the camera fully reset? And yes, you could have dirty contacts or loose connection in the CF card, just like any other electronic interface.

rmp

Yes, Ironheart, I did pull and recharged the battery. I have tried the two-button reset to factory defaults.

Thanks All. It was the CF cardas Iron heart suggested. I got home to my extra CF cards and I replaced the CF card with another one and the problem seems to be gone: 200+ shots and no repeat.

I guess there are two take-away-lessons from this exercise.

1: When a D4 tells you there is a "Card Err," it is a card error -- replace the stupid card and do not look for more trouble.

2: Don't be so dependent on a camera. I was actually depressed over a sick camera. I must be getting old.

Parke1953

rmp well it is $5,000 camera.

Msmoto

And, you are not "old". Nice that all went well.....