Sony has suspended orders for its entire range of CFexpress Type A, CFexpress Type B, and SD memory cards as of March 27, 2026. The Sony memory card shortage is the direct result of the ongoing global semiconductor shortage, and the company has confirmed that supply cannot currently meet demand. No resumption date has been announced.
Which Sony Memory Cards Are Affected?
The following Sony memory cards are no longer available to order from retailers or authorised dealers until further notice:
CFexpress Type A
- CEA-G1920T
- CEA-G960T
- CEA-G480T
- CEA-G240T
CFexpress Type B
- CEB-G480T
- CEB-G240T
SDXC / SDHC
- SF-G256T
- SF-G128T
- SF-G64T
- SF-M512T
- SF-M256T
- SF-M128T
- SF-E256
- SF-E128A
- SF-E64A
That covers Sony’s full professional memory card lineup — every CFexpress and SD card the company currently sells.
Why Are Sony Memory Cards Out of Stock?
Sony Marketing Inc. issued an official statement attributing the suspension directly to the global chip supply crisis:
“Due to the global shortage of semiconductors and other factors, we anticipate that the situation where supply cannot meet demand will continue.”
The semiconductor shortage has disrupted manufacturing across the consumer electronics industry since the early 2020s, and its effects on high-performance storage components — which rely on advanced NAND flash controller chips — remain acute in 2026. Sony is not the only memory card manufacturer facing supply constraints, but the suspension of its entire product line makes this a significant event for camera users worldwide.
What Does This Mean for Photographers and Videographers?
For Sony shooters, the impact is immediate. CFexpress Type A is the native card format for Sony’s most popular professional cameras including the A7R V, A7 IV, A1, Sony FX3, and FX6 – making it the single most critical storage medium for that ecosystem. CFexpress Type B is used in higher-capacity workflows.
With new stock unavailable through authorised channels, professionals who rely on Sony cards should:
- Buy remaining stock now from reputable retailers while supplies last
- Avoid grey-market sources which may sell counterfeit or substandard cards
- Monitor Sony’s official product pages for the earliest news of restocking
When Will Sony Memory Cards Be Available Again?
Sony has not given a specific date. The company stated it will “monitor supply conditions” and post updates directly to individual product information pages when orders resume. There is no confirmed timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Sony CFexpress Type A cards are out of stock?
All four models – CEA-G1920T, CEA-G960T, CEA-G480T, and CEA-G240T – have had orders suspended as of March 27, 2026.
Are Sony SD cards also affected by the shortage?
Yes. Nine SDXC/SDHC models across the SF-G, SF-M, and SF-E lines are included in the suspension.
Has Sony discontinued these memory cards permanently?
No. Sony has described this as a supply suspension, not a discontinuation. The company intends to resume orders when semiconductor supply improves.
Will Sony resume selling memory cards soon?
Sony has not committed to a date. Updates will appear on Sony’s product pages when the situation changes.
What are the best alternatives to Sony CFexpress Type A cards?
Prograde Digital and Angelbird both manufacture CFexpress Type A cards compatible with Sony cameras, and may be worth considering while Sony stock remains unavailable.
Source: Sony Marketing Inc. official announcement, March 27, 2026. Check Sony’s official product pages for the latest availability updates.