SUMMARY
The ongoing memory crisis is significantly increasing the cost of storage solutions for photographers, with CFexpress cards becoming exceptionally expensive. This situation has led to the humble SD card, once considered outdated, becoming a more practical and affordable choice. While SD card prices have also risen, they remain considerably less costly than their CFexpress counterparts. Many modern cameras still feature SD card slots, potentially influencing future camera design decisions as prices continue to escalate.
TAKEAWAYS
Memory card prices are soaring due to a global crisis.
CFexpress cards are now prohibitively expensive for many photographers.
SD cards, though also affected by price increases, offer a more affordable alternative.
Some cameras are incorporating built-in storage as an alternative to memory cards.