Memory Card Stuck

[redhed17]

I have a Nikon D500. I decided to get a new memory card, and got a 64GB CFexpress card. I did the required firmware update, and then put the memory card in, took a couple of pictures to see if it was recording images, it was, so I tried to take the memory card out. I press down, and it didn't pop up like the XQD card did, so tried to pull it up and it is stuck half way in/out! I can push it back in, but I can't get it out. What do I do?

 

[TimHughes]

oh no.... I'm not sure about Nikon, on canon there is a little eject button next to the cfexpress slots - maybe try to see if there is one of those?

 

[gramps]

1. The Proper Release Method

• Power Off and Wait: Turn off your D500 and completely remove the battery. CFexpress cards can run very hot, and sometimes heat causes the card to expand slightly or trigger a safety catch.
• Re-seat the Card: Push the card firmly inward until you feel and hear the spring-loaded click, then release your finger.
• The "Slip" Technique: If a standard push-release fails, push the card in deeply with your thumb, and quickly let your finger slip off the end. The snap release and inertia can help clear the catch. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

2. Manual Extraction

• Give it a Tug: Because CFexpress and XQD slots are a tight, rugged fit by design, they often require a surprisingly firm tug to pull out after disengaging the spring.
• Use Pliers Carefully: If the card remains lodged, grip the lip of the card gently with needle-nose pliers and pull straight outward. Note: Wrap the plier jaws in electrical tape to avoid scratching the card, and use gentle pressure

 

[redhed17]

Thanks to both of you for replying.

I shall try the above out.

 

[redhed17]

After reading that pliers may be an option, I gave the card a stronger pull, and thankfully it has come out.

Not 100% sure I want to put it back in.