Free repair for certain CEA-G series CFexpress Type A memory cards

Affected Models
Certain CEA-G80T, CEA-G160T, CEA-G320T, and CEA-G640T CFexpress Type A memory cards.
Note: Not all models are sold in all countries/regions.

Dear Valued Sony Customer,

There may be issues with certain CEA-G series memory cards, where the memory cards are not recognized, or the image does not save correctly in low-temperature conditions. The issue may occur around the lower limit of the recommended operating temperature range (14° Fahrenheit, -10° Celsius).

To address this issue, we will repair affected memory cards free of charge until June 29, 2029, subject to the terms and conditions of the memory card’s original Limited Warranty.

Determine if you have an affected memory card

Check the lot number on the back of your memory card to determine if your memory card is affected.

Affected CEA-G80T memory cards
Memory cards with 8-digit lot numbers from 22030050 through 23050157, except for the following lot numbers:

22030077, 22030094, 22040022, 22050028, 22050067, 22070075, 22110010, 22110015, 22110029, 22110037, 22110103

Memory cards with 9-digit lot numbers from 220300500 through 230501570.

Affected CEA-G160T memory cards
Products with 8-digit lot numbers from 22030127 through 24029999 except for the following lot numbers:

22040025, 22040068, 22050029, 22050068, 22070076

Memory cards with 9-digit lot numbers from 220301270 through 240299990.

Affected CEA-G320T memory cards
Memory cards with 8-digit lot numbers from 22090001 through 24029999.

Memory cards with 9-digit lot numbers from 220900010 through 240299990.

Affected CEA-G640T memory cards
Memory cards with 8-digit lot numbers from 23010001 through 24029999.

Memory cards with 9-digit lot numbers from 230100010 through 240299990.

Lot numbers starting with 3 are not affected

Cards with lot numbers that start with the number 3 are not affected, regardless of whether the lot numbers are eight digits long or nine digits long.

Resolution

IMPORTANT: Before sending your memory card for repair, make sure to back up the contents of the memory card and erase your files from the memory card. All content and data on the memory card will be deleted during the repair process and cannot be recovered. Sony Electronics Inc. is not responsible for the loss of any files or data on memory cards submitted under this repair program.

We will repair affected memory cards free of charge until June 29, 2029, subject to the terms and conditions of the memory card’s original Limited Warranty.

Contact the Product Support team for assistance if you have an affected memory card.

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Sigma 10-24mm F4 DG and 9-18mm F2.8 DC Patents Found


Sigma patents for a Sigma 10-24mm f/4 DG and Sigma 9-18mm f/2.8 DC were found. You can find the patents below:

overview

  • [Publication number] P2024104911
  • [Release date] 2024-08-06
  • [Name of invention] Wide-angle lens system
  • [Application date] 2023-01-25
  • [Applicant]
    [Identification number] 000131326
    [Name or company name] Sigma Corporation
  • 2. Background Art
    In recent years, with the increasing number of pixels in digital cameras and the like, there has been a demand for strict correction of various aberrations in the optical systems used.
  • [0003]
    On the other hand, due to the miniaturization of digital cameras and video cameras and the trend to reduce the number of staff required in conjunction with the simplification of video production, there is a growing demand for lenses to be smaller and lighter than before.
  • [0004]
    However, in the optical systems having wide angles of view that have been proposed in the past, a large-diameter concave lens is often placed on the object side to correct off-axis aberrations such as distortion and field curvature, making it difficult to achieve both compactness and correction of various aberrations.
  • [0009] An
    object of the present invention is to provide a wide-angle lens system that is relatively small yet suppresses various aberrations including distortion and curvature of field by optimizing the refractive index of the lens closest to the object.


Example 1

  • Focal length: 10.30-17.50
  • F-number: 2.92
  • Half angle of view: 113.01-77.05
  • Image height: 14.20
  • Total length: 87.92-78.73


Example 3

  • Focal length: 9.30-17.46
  • F-number: 2.92
  • Half angle of view: 119.04-76.76
  • Image height: 14.20
  • Overall length: 91.76-80.59


Example 4

  • Focal length: 12.41-23.19
  • F-number: 4.12
  • Half angle of view: 125.22-84.49
  • Image height: 21.63
  • Total length: 118.84-115.61


Example 5

  • Focal length: 10.35-23.17
  • F-number: 4.12
  • Half angle of view: 133.29-84.55
  • Image height: 21.63
  • Total length: 129.00-130.98

via asobinet

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Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 Art is Rumored For September


Sigma is rumored to announce the Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 Art for Sony FE mount in September by Photorumors. Large f/2.8 aperture zooms have become very popular, especially from Tamron and I hope we get to see some f/2.0 zooms in the not too distant future.

Sigma Lenses can be purchased from Amazon and B&H Photo

Tamron 28-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD Rumored To Be Coming Soon

via Photorumors

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Viltrox 28mm f/4.5 Pancake Photos


The Viltrox 28mm f/4.5 Pancake was first found here and we had our first look here, but now we have more details. The Vitrox 28mm f/4.5 Pancake was at the 25th Shanghai International Photographic Equipment and Digital Imaging Exhibition (P&I 2024) that started today and will run through the 9th and the following details were available.

  • VCM coil motor
  • Minimum shooting distance: 0.32m
  • All-metal built
  • No manual focus ring
  • Built-in cap with a lever
  • Price: around $100
  • Official release: August 26
  • For Sony E and Nikon Z mount

via Photorumors

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Sony Q1 FY2024 Financial Results


Sony released its financial results today and Sony is doing quite well. There was a 10% increase in profits due to gaming and imaging and Sony sold 20% more cameras and camcorders than it did last year. You can check out the results for yourself here.

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TTArtisan Magnetic LED Light Film Canister Announced

TTArtisan announced a new film canister magnetic LED light that can be purchased as a single unit or a pack of 10.

  • Classic 135 film appearance
  • Magnetic cold shoe mount for quick and easy camera attachment
  • 3 Color temperatures: 6000K/4500K/3000K
  • CRI95+ ensures accurate color rendering
  • 45-minute charge provides a battery life of approx. 80-160 minutes
  • Lanyard hole design for easy carrying
  • Price: $70 for 10 pieces ($7 per piece)
  • Additional information:

Specification

NameMINI LED LightPower0.5W
Color Temperature(±200K)3000/4500/6000KVoltage3.7V
Color Rendering IndexCRI 95+Capacity300mAh
AngleAround 100°Charging TimeAround 45 min
DistanceAround 3 metersChargingType-C
Luminance250LmBattery LifeAround 80~160 min
LED Qty15Weight20 gram (without Mount)
Size2.9*4.4cmMaterialPC+ABS

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