We inform that the Sony Group decided to close its factory in Manaus at the end of March 2021 and interrupt, in mid-2021, sales of consumer products by Sony Brasil Ltda.—such as TV, audio and cameras—considering the recent environment and the expected business trends. The decision aims to strengthen the structure and sustainability of its businesses, in order to respond to rapid changes in the external environment.

We also inform you that Sony Brasil will continue to maintain its local operation to offer all consumer support for products under its commercial responsibility in accordance with applicable laws and its product warranty policy.

It is important to clarify that the other Sony group businesses in Brazil (Games, Professional Solutions, Music and Pictures Entertainment) will continue to maintain their strong presence in the local market.

With 48 years of history in Brazil and in this trajectory, we are grateful for the relationship of trust built over the whole time with our strong partnership.

We are available to schedule a meeting so that we can share and detail the next steps of this trajectory.

Confident of being able to count on your understanding, we thank you in advance for your always prompt attention and collaboration with Sony Brazil.

After warranty service will cease to exist totally according to rumors. Sony won't also offer any batteries or other accessories for existing cameras.

Other rumors from Japan is that we see small step (similar to Olympus pulling our of Korea) for the huge restructure that will happen during February-March period and that will see most of the digital cameras and video division to be fired. But Sony will keep producing both consumer and pro cameras, just wil lot of shared parts and lot of outsourcing, some of their own staff will be used as contractors for around 1/4-1/5 of current cost.