Stop using the SD card immediately
Remove the SD card from the device
Use a card reader to connect the SD card to a computer
Check if the images are in a hidden or deleted folder
Try opening the SD card on another device or computer
Use file recovery software such as Recuva, PhotoRec, Disk Drill, or EaseUS Data Recovery
Scan the SD card with the recovery software
Preview the recoverable image files
Recover the images to a different drive or folder
Save recovered files to the computer, not back to the SD card
If the card is physically damaged, use a professional data recovery service
Back up recovered images immediately
Format the SD card only after recovery is complete