SD card is corrupted or won't record
Remove the SD card, reinsert it firmly into the slot until you hear a click, restart the camera, then test. If it still doesn't work, reformat the card through the camera app. This erases all data but fixes corruption.
SD card corruption happens when power is lost during recording or the card wears out after months of continuous use. The fix involves reseating the card, restarting the camera, and reformatting through the app. If the card is old (over 2 years), it needs replacement.
- ✓Check if the SD card is fully inserted. Gently push it in until you hear a click
- ✓Restart the camera by unplugging it for 30 seconds
- ✓Check if the camera app now detects the card
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Forcing the card into the slot too hard. Damages the connector
- Reformatting on a computer instead of through the camera app
- Assuming a 2-year-old card is broken when it's just wearing out naturally
Signs you need professional help
- If the card won't reformat, or errors reappear immediately after reformatting, the card likely has hardware failure and needs replacement.
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