Page 1: Digital Camera
4-692-676-11(2) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera E-mount Instruction Manual “Help Guide” (Web manual) Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1650/h_zz/ ©2017 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand ILCE-9...
Page 2: Check Out The Help Guide
Refer to it for details on menu items, advanced usage, and the latest information on the camera. Scan here http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1650/h_zz/ ILCE-9 Help Guide Instruction Manual In-Camera Guide (this book) This manual introduces some The [In-Camera Guide] shows basic functions.
Page 3: Electric Shock
Refer If the battery pack is mishandled, the to these numbers whenever you battery pack can burst, cause a fire call your Sony dealer regarding this or even chemical burns. Observe the product. following cautions.
Page 4 Notice Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor/battery If static electricity or charger. If any malfunction occurs, electromagnetism causes data disconnect the plug from the wall transfer to discontinue midway (fail), outlet (wall socket) immediately to restart the application or disconnect disconnect from the power source.
Page 5 If you have any questions about this for an uncontrolled environment and product, you may call: meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Sony Customer Information Center Exposure Guidelines. This equipment 1-800-222-SONY (7669). has very low levels of RF energy that...
Page 6 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 not occur in a particular installation. Japan If this equipment does cause harmful For EU product compliance: Sony interference to radio or television Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe reception, which can be determined Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935...
Page 7 Disposal of waste batteries and collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. electrical and electronic equipment For more detailed information about (applicable in the European Union and recycling of this product or battery, other European countries with separate please contact your local Civic Office, collection systems) your household waste disposal This symbol on the...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Check out the Help Guide! ............2 Notes on using your camera...........16 Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items .......21 Identifying parts ..............22 Front side ..............22 Rear side ............... 24 Top side/Side view ............26 Bottom ................
Page 9 Shooting Shooting still images ............. 49 Focusing ..................51 Focus Mode ..............51 Auto focus ................53 Focus Area ..............53 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) Swt. V/H AF Area) ..........57 AF/MF control ............... 58 AF On ................59 Eye AF ................
Page 10 Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) .......... 79 Continuous shooting ............ 79 Self-timer ..............82 Self-timer (Cont) ............83 Cont. Bracket ..............84 Single Bracket ............... 85 Indicator during bracket shooting ....... 86 WB bracket ..............87 DRO Bracket ..............88 Using touch function .............
Page 11 Selecting the ISO sensitivity ..........115 ISO AUTO Min. SS ............116 Using the zoom ..............117 The zoom features available with this product ...117 Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) ....118 About zoom scale ............119 White Balance ...............120 Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode ..........
Page 12 Viewing Viewing images ..............153 Playing back still images ..........153 Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom) ............154 Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) ............155 Playing back movies ............155 Photo Capture .............. 157 Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) ............
Page 13 Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions ......... 167 Memory ............167 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg Cust Shoot Set) ..........168 Assigning selected functions to the button ......170 Custom Key (Shoot.)/Custom Key (PB) .......170 Function Menu Set............171 Customizing the MENU (My Menu) ........
Page 14 Using network functions Using the Wi-Fi/One-touch (NFC)/Bluetooth/wired LAN functions ................190 Installing PlayMemories Mobile ......... 190 Transferring images to the FTP server ......191 Connecting the camera and a smartphone ......192 Using a smartphone as a remote control for the camera ............192 Transferring images from the camera to a smartphone ............194 Connecting the camera to a wireless access point ....195...
Page 15 MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items ............... 205 List of MENU items ............... 206 (Camera Settings 1) ..........206 (Camera Settings 2) ..........211 (Network) ..............214 (Playback) ..............216 (Setup) ..............217 (My Menu) ............. 220 List of icons on the monitor ..........221 If you have problems Troubleshooting ..............
Page 16: Notes On Using Your Camera
Otherwise, Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record or the sunlight may enter the focus inside the camera and cause smoke...
Page 17 1/4000 seconds. Notes on using lenses and accessories Notes on shooting with the It is recommended that you use Sony viewfinder lenses/accessories designed to suit • The image may be slightly distorted the characteristics of this camera.
Page 18 Notes on recording for long • When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms periods of time or recording 4K such as eyestrain, fatigue, movies travel sickness, or nausea. We • Depending on the camera and recommend that you take a break battery temperature, you may be at regular intervals when you are unable to record movies or the...
Page 19 Notes on wireless LAN conditions. Warm up the battery If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony pack or replace it with a new bears no responsibility for the loss or battery.
Page 20 Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to perform the following operation to protect private information. • Select [Setting Reset]  [Initialize]  [OK]  [OK]. Notes on discarding or transferring a memory card to others Executing [Format] or [Delete] on the camera or a computer may not...
Page 21: Preparations For Shooting
Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses • Micro USB cable (1) indicates the number of pieces. • Camera (1) • AC Adaptor (1) • Shoulder strap (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region.
Page 22: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details. Front side  ON/OFF (Power) switch (46)/Shutter button (49)  Image sensor position mark • The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The mark shows the location ...
Page 23  Front dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.  Remote sensor  Lens release button (45)  Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)  Microphone*  AF illuminator (66)/Self- timer lamp (82) When the lens is removed  Mounting index (44) ...
Page 24: Rear Side
Rear side   Eyepiece cup C3 button (Custom button 3) To remove the eyepiece cup (170) Push the grips at the bottom  MENU button (205) of the eyepiece cup to the left  Monitor/Touch panel (35, and right and lift up the cup. You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.
Page 25   Diopter-adjustment dial Control wheel Adjust the diopter-adjustment  Access lamp dial according to your eyesight  For shooting: C4 button until the display appears clearly (Custom button 4) (170) in the viewfinder. If it is hard to For viewing: (Delete) button ...
Page 26: Top Side/Side View
Top side/Side view    Drive mode dial lock release Microphone) jack ( button When an external microphone is connected, the built-  Upper: Drive mode dial (79) in microphone turns off Lower: Focus mode dial (51) automatically. When the ...
Page 27  Multi Interface Shoe* (132)  (N mark) (190) Some accessories may not go • This mark indicates the touch in all the way and protrude point for connecting the backward from the Multi camera and an NFC-enabled interface shoe. However, Smartphone.
Page 28 Use the cable protector to prevent shoe and the Multi/Micro USB the HDMI cable from being Terminal, visit the Sony website, or disconnected when shooting consult your Sony dealer or local images connected by the HDMI authorized Sony service facility.
Page 29: Bottom
Bottom  Battery insertion slot (40)  Battery cover (40)  Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur.  Battery cover release lever...
Page 30: Basic Operations
Basic operations Using the control wheel • You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. • The DISP (Display Setting) and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the top/right side of the control wheel.
Page 31: Using The Multi-Selector
Using the multi-selector • Put your finger right on top of the multi-selector to manipulate it more precisely. • When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], or [Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.
Page 32: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen
Select the desired setting by turning the front dial, and press the center of the control wheel. • Some functions can be fine- tuned using the rear dial. To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel.
Page 33 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen. • The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Auto mode P/A/S/M mode Select a function to set by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel.
Page 34 To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 4, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings. Operation guide Note •...
Page 35: Changing The Screen Display
Changing the screen display Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. • To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder. •...
Page 36: Histogram Display
During playback (Monitor/Viewfinder) Display Info. Histogram No Disp. Info. • If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/ underexposed warning). • The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by...
Page 37: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)
Note • The viewfinder display and the monitor display for shooting can be set separately. Look through the viewfinder to set the display settings for the viewfinder. • The information in the histogram display does not indicate the final photograph. It is information about image displayed on the screen. The final result depends on the aperture value, etc.
Page 38 Level: Indicates whether the product is level in both the front-back and horizontal directions. When the product is level in both directions, the indicator turns to green. Horizontal direction Front-back direction For viewfinder*: Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder.
Page 39: Startup Guide
CHARGE lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack and then re-insert it to recharge. • Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs.
Page 40: Step 2: Inserting The Battery Pack Into The Camera
Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Lock lever Close the cover.
Page 41: Step 3: Inserting A Memory Card
To charge the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the camera off and connect it to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), then connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). If you turn on the camera, power will be supplied from the wall outlet (wall socket) and you will be able to operate the camera.
Page 42 Insert the SD card into the slot 1. Slot 1 (lower): Supports SD cards (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II) Slot 2 (upper): Supports SD cards Slot 2 Slot 1 (compatible with UHS-I) and Memory Stick PRO Duo media • With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.
Page 43: Step 4: Attaching A Lens
To remove the memory card Open the memory card cover. Make sure that the access lamp (page 25) is not lit, and then push in the memory card once to remove Access lamp To record to memory cards in two slots The slot 1 is used in the default settings.
Page 44 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera. • Hold the camera with the lens facing down to prevent dust or debris from entering the camera. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into...
Page 45: Compatible Lenses
To remove the lens Keep pressing the lens release button and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. Lens release button Compatible lenses Lenses compatible with this camera are as follows: Lens Compatibility with the camera ...
Page 46: Step 5: Setting The Language And The Clock
Step 5: Setting the language and the clock Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON” to turn on the camera. Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel. Control wheel Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press the center.
Page 47: Step 6: Shooting Images In Auto Mode
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set other items, then select [Enter] and press the center. Hint • To reset the date and time setting, use MENU (page 218). Note • This camera does not have a function for inserting the date into images. You can insert the date into images and then save and print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).
Page 48 To shoot movies Press the MOVIE button to start/stop recording. To play back images Press the (Playback) button to play back images. You can select the desired image using the control wheel. To delete displayed image Press the (Delete) button while an image is displayed to delete it. Select ...
Page 49: Shooting Still Images
Shooting Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. • Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera.
Page 50 To shoot images with the focus locked on the desired subject (Focus-lock) Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.  Turn the focus mode dial to select AF-S (Single-shot AF). • Turn the focus mode dial while holding down the focus mode dial lock release button.
Page 51: Focusing
Focusing Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. Turn the focus mode dial while Focus mode dial pressing the focus mode dial lock release button and select the desired mode. Focus mode dial lock release button AF-S (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete.
Page 52: Focus Indicator
Focus indicator  (lit): The subject is in focus and the focus is locked.  (flashing): The subject is not in focus. (lit): The subject is in focus. The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movements of the subject. (lit): Focusing is in progress.
Page 53: Auto Focus
Auto focus Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Area]  desired setting. Wide: Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 54 Examples of the focusing frame display The focusing frame differs as follows depending on the shooting mode. When focusing with the contrast AF or phase detection AF When focusing with the phase detection AF • When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1 or LA-EA3) (sold separately) and [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], the focusing frame for “When focusing with the...
Page 55 To move the focus area • You can move the focus area in [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], or [Zone] by operating the multi-selector. If you assign [Focus Standard] to the center of the multi-selector beforehand, you can move the focusing frame back to the center of the monitor by pressing the center of the multi-selector.
Page 56 Focus Standard If you assign [Focus Standard] to the desired custom key, you can recall useful functions such as focusing on a subject in the center of the screen automatically in accordance with the focus area settings.  MENU  (Camera Settings 2) ...
Page 57: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) ( Swt. V/H Af Area)
Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) ( Swt. V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/ vertical). This function is useful when shooting scenes for which you have to change the camera position frequently, such as portraits or sports scene.
Page 58: Af/Mf Control
Note • If the setting for [ Swt. V/H AF Area] is changed, the focus settings for each camera orientation will not be retained. • The [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame will not change even when [ Swt.
Page 59: Af On
AF On You can focus without pressing the shutter button halfway down. The settings for the focus mode dial will be applied. Press the AF-ON (AF On) button while shooting in autofocus mode. Hint • Set [ AF w/ shutter] to [Off] when you do not want to perform auto focusing using the shutter button.
Page 60: Af In Focus Mag
Note • If the camera cannot detect a person’s face, you cannot use [Eye AF]. • Depending on the circumstances, you cannot use [Eye AF] such as when [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. • The [Eye AF] function may not function very well in the following situations: –...
Page 61: Center Lock-On Af
Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot. • The camera exits the magnified display after shooting. Hint • Use of a tripod is recommended to accurately identify the location you want to magnify. • You can check the auto-focusing result by magnifying the displayed image. If you want to readjust the focus position, adjust the focus area on the magnified screen and then press the shutter button halfway down.
Page 62 Align the target frame over the subject and press the center of the control wheel. • Press the center again to stop tracking. Target frame Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Hint • If you assign the [Focus Standard] function to the desired key using [Custom Key (Shoot.)], you can activate [Center Lock-on AF] by pressing the key when [Center Lock-on AF] is set to [On] and [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Center].
Page 63: Registering The Current Focus Area ( Af Area Regist.)
Registering the current focus area ( AF Area Regist.) You can move the focusing frame to a preassigned position temporarily using a custom key. This function is useful when shooting scenes in which the subject’s movements are predictable; for example, sports scenes. With this function, you can switch the focus area quickly according to the situation.
Page 64: Pre-Af
Note • A focus area cannot be registered in the following situations: – The mode dial is set to either (Movie) or – While [Touch Focus] is being performed – While using the digital zoom function – While [Lock-on AF] is being performed –...
Page 65: Priority Set In Af-S
Priority Set in AF-S Sets whether to release the shutter even if the subject is not in focus when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF] or [DMF] and the subject is remaining still. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Priority Set in AF-S]  desired setting.
Page 66: Af Illuminator
AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. In the time between pressing the shutter button halfway down and locking the focus, the red AF illuminator lights up to allow the camera to focus easily. MENU ...
Page 67: Af Micro Adj
[±0], or reset the values of all the lenses using [Clear]. • The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected.
Page 68: Af System
AF System Sets the focus detection system (Phase Detection AF/Contrast AF) when you attach an A-mount lens using an LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ AF System]  desired setting. Phase Detection AF: Focuses with Phase Detection AF. The focusing speed is very fast.
Page 69: Manual Focus
Manual Focus When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. Turn the focus mode dial Focus mode dial while pressing the focus mode dial lock release button and select MF. Focus mode dial lock release button Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus.
Page 70: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting. Turn the focus mode dial Focus mode dial while pressing the focus mode...
Page 71: Focus Magnifier
Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Magnifier]. Press the center of the multi-selector to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge by pressing the multi- selector up/down/left/right.
Page 72: Mf Assist
To use the focus magnifier function by touch operation You can magnify the image and adjust the focus by touching the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. When the focus mode is [Manual Focus], you can perform [Focus Magnifier] by double-tapping the area to focus on. Hint •...
Page 73: Peaking Level
Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Peaking Level]  desired setting. High: Sets the peaking level to high. Mid: Sets the peaking level to middle. Low: Sets the peaking level to low.
Page 74: Shutter Setting
Shutter setting Shutter Type You can set whether to shoot with a mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Shutter Type]  desired setting. Auto: The shutter type is automatically switched based on the shooting conditions and shutter speed.
Page 75: Using The Electronic Shutter
Using the electronic shutter Using the electronic shutter lets you perform various kinds of shooting that are difficult to achieve using the mechanical shutter, such as shooting without sounds or shaking, shooting with a super-fast shutter, and blackout-free shooting*. * During blackout-free shooting, the screen does not black out or drop frames and you can keep looking at the subject through the viewfinder or monitor while shooting images.
Page 76 Advanced shooting using the electronic shutter: Shooting without shutter sound You can use the electronic shutter to shoot without shutter sound.  MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Shutter Type]  [Electronic Shut.]. • Select [Electronic Shut.] or [Auto] for continuous shooting. ...
Page 77: Displaying The Release Timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.)
Hint • If you want to display the timing of shooting on the screen during blackout- free shooting, adjust the setting using MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Shoot. Timing Disp.]. • To take advantage of the performance of the camera, we recommend that you use a UHS-II memory card.
Page 78: Shoot. Start Disp
Shoot. Start Disp. Sets whether to let the screen black out when shooting the first image during blackout-free shooting. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Shoot. Start Disp.]  desired setting. On: The screen blacks out when shooting the first image during blackout- free shooting.
Page 79: Shooting With Drive Modes (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)
Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) Select the appropriate mode for the subject, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracketing shooting. Select the desired drive mode by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 80 Shutter Type Mechanical Shut. Auto/Electronic Shut. 5 images per second 20 images per second at Continuous Shooting: Hi at maximum* maximum * 5 images per second 10 images per second at Continuous Shooting: Mid at maximum* maximum* 2.5 images per second 5 images per second at Continuous Shooting: Lo at maximum...
Page 81 Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Sets whether to display an indicator of the remaining time for which continuous shooting can be performed at the same shooting speed. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Cont. Shoot. Length]  desired setting. Always Display: Always displays the indicator when the drive mode is set to [Cont.
Page 82: Self-Timer
Self-timer Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. Use the 5-second/10-second self-timer when you are going to be in the picture, and use the 2-second self-timer to reduce camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button.
Page 83: Self-Timer (Cont)
Self-timer (Cont) Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. You can choose the best from multiple shots. Select (Self-timer) by turning the drive mode dial. •...
Page 84: Cont. Bracket
Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter (bracket shooting). You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 85: Single Bracket
Single Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter (bracket shooting). You can select the image that suits your purpose after recording. Since a single picture is taken each time you press the shutter button, you can adjust the focus or the composition for each shot.
Page 86: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
Indicator during bracket shooting Ambient light* bracketing Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Flash compensation -1.0 EV Viewfinder No indicator is displayed. Monitor (Display All Info. or Histogram) Monitor (For viewfinder) (Upper indicator) (Lower indicator) * Ambient light: A generic term for non-flash light including natural light,...
Page 87: Wb Bracket
WB bracket Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 88: Dro Bracket
DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 89: Bracket Settings
Bracket Settings You can set the type of bracket or the self-timer in bracket shooting mode, and the shooting order for exposure bracketing or white balance bracketing.  Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 90: Using Touch Function
Using touch function Touch Operation Sets whether to activate or not the touch operation of the monitor. MENU  (Setup)  [Touch Operation]  desired setting. On: Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Touch Focus You can select a subject on which to focus using touch operations in the still image and movie recording modes.
Page 91: During Recording
Specifying the position where you want to focus in the movie recording mode (spot focus) The camera will focus on the touched subject.  Select a [Focus Area] other than [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot].  MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Center Lock-on AF]  [Off].
Page 92: Selecting A Still Image Size/Image Quality
Selecting a still image size/image quality Image Size The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. MENU  (Camera Settings 1) ...
Page 93: Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ Aspect Ratio]  desired setting. 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. Quality MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ Quality]  desired setting. RAW: File format: RAW Digital processing is not performed on this file format.
Page 94 About RAW images • To open a RAW image file recorded with this camera, the software Image Data Converter is needed. With Image Data Converter, you can open a RAW image file, then convert it into a popular image format such as JPEG or TIFF, or readjust the white balance, saturation or contrast of the image.
Page 95: Aps-C/Super 35Mm
APS-C/Super 35mm Sets whether to record in APS-C-equivalent size for still images and in Super 35mm-equivalent size for movies. If you select [On] or [Auto], you can use an APS-C size dedicated lens on this product. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [APS-C/Super 35mm]  desired setting.
Page 96: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial function You can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. • Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial. Available functions Allows you to shoot with automatic scene (Intelligent Auto)
Page 97: ( Intelligent Auto)
Intelligent Auto) The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. Set the mode dial to (Auto Mode). • The shooting mode will be set to (Intelligent Auto). Point the camera at the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen.
Page 98: Program Auto
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Page 99: Aperture Priority
Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. Set the mode dial to (Aperture Priority). Select the desired value by turning the front/rear dial. • Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and beyond the subject are blurred.
Page 100: Manual Exposure
Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Hint • Use a tripod to prevent camera-shake when you have selected a slow shutter speed. • When you shoot indoor sports scenes, set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. Note •...
Page 101 Select the desired aperture value by turning the front dial. Select the desired shutter speed by turning the rear dial. • You can change the setting of the front/rear dial using MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Dial Setup]. • You can also set [ISO] to [ISO AUTO] in manual exposure mode. The ISO value automatically changes to achieve the appropriate exposure using the aperture value and shutter speed you have set.
Page 102: Bulb Shooting
Bulb shooting You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Bulb shooting is suitable for shooting trails from stars or fireworks, etc. Set the mode dial to (Manual Exposure). Turn the rear dial clockwise until [BULB] is indicated. Select the aperture value (F-value) using the front dial.
Page 103: Recall
Note • The longer the exposure time, the more noise will be visible on the image. • After shooting, noise reduction will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress.
Page 104: Movie: Exposure Mode
Hint • To recall settings registered to the memory card, set the mode dial to 1, 2 or 3, then select the desired number by pressing the left/right side of the control wheel. • If you recall settings registered to the memory card, the settings are recalled from the memory card in the slot specified in [Select Rec.
Page 105: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode
S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode You can select the exposure mode for slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. You can change the setting and playback speed for slow- motion/quick-motion shooting with [ S&Q Settings] (page 147). Set the mode dial to (S&Q Motion). MENU  (Camera Settings 2) ...
Page 106: Controlling The Exposure/Metering Modes
Controlling the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 107 To set the exposure compensation using the MENU You can adjust the exposure compensation within a range of -5.0 EV to +5.0 EV when the exposure compensation dial is set to “0.” MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Exposure Comp.]  desired setting. Note •...
Page 108: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Metering Mode]  desired setting. Multi: Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).
Page 109: Spot Metering Point
Note • [Metering Mode] is locked to [Multi] in the following shooting modes: – [Intelligent Auto] – Other zoom functions than the optical zoom • In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen.
Page 110: Ae Lock
AE lock When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock the exposure before shooting. To reduce the brightness of the subject, meter the light at a spot brighter than the subject and lock the exposure of the entire screen.
Page 111: Zebra
Zebra The zebra pattern will appear over part of an image if the brightness level of that part meets the IRE level that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Zebra]  desired setting. Off: Does not display the zebra pattern.
Page 112: Correcting Brightness And Contrast Automatically
Correcting brightness and contrast automatically D-Range Opt. (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. MENU ...
Page 113: Auto Hdr
Auto HDR Shoots three images using different exposures and combines the images with correct exposure, the bright parts of an underexposed image, and the dark parts of an overexposed image to create images with a greater range of gradation (High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded.
Page 114 Note • This function is not available when the [ Quality] is [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. • [Auto HDR] is not available in the following shooting modes: – [Intelligent Auto] • [Auto HDR] is not available in the following situations: –...
Page 115: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity
Selecting the ISO sensitivity Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. ISO (ISO) on the control wheel  select desired setting. • You can also select MENU  (Camera Settings 1) ...
Page 116: Iso Auto Min. Ss
ISO AUTO Min. SS If you select [ISO AUTO] when the shooting mode is (Program Auto) (Aperture Priority), you can set the shutter speed at which the ISO sensitivity starts changing. This function is effective for shooting moving subjects. You can minimize subject blurring while also preventing camera shake.
Page 117: Using The Zoom
Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature. When a power zoom lens is mounted: When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted: ...
Page 118: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)
Note • The default setting for the [Zoom Setting] is [Optical zoom only]. • The default setting for the [ Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom, change [ Image Size] to [M] or [S]. • Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations: –...
Page 119: About Zoom Scale
When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted, select MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Zoom]  desired value. Press the center of the control wheel to exit. • You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU ...
Page 120: White Balance
White Balance Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light condition to record a neutral white subject in white. Use this function when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression.
Page 121: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode
Note • [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following shooting modes: – [Intelligent Auto] • If you use a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp as a light source, the accurate white balance will not be obtained because of the characteristics of the light. It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom Setup].
Page 122 Note • The message [Custom WB Error] indicates that the value is in the unexpected range, for example when the subject is too vivid. You can register the setting at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again. turns orange on the recording When an error value is set, the indicator information display.
Page 123: Setting How To Process Images
Setting how to process images Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 124 Autumn leaves: For shooting autumn scenes, vividly highlighting the reds and yellows of changing leaves. Black & White: For shooting images in black and white monotone. Sepia: For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( )) to register preferred settings.
Page 125 To set [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] can be adjusted for each image style preset such as [Standard] and [Landscape], and for each [Style Box] to which you can register preferred settings. Select an item to be set by pressing the right/left sides of the control wheel, then set the value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 126: Color Space
Color Space The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ Color Space] ...
Page 127: Reducing Blur
Reducing blur Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [SteadyShot]  desired setting. On: Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. SteadyShot Settings You can shoot with an appropriate SteadyShot setting for the attached lens.
Page 128 Note • The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on, right after you point the camera towards a subject, or when the shutter button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway.
Page 129: Noise Reduction
Noise reduction Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to 1 second(s) or longer (long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the duration that the shutter is open. With the function turned on, the grainy noise typical of long exposures is reduced.
Page 130: High Iso Nr
High ISO NR When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when the product sensitivity is high. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ High ISO NR]  desired setting. Normal: Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately.
Page 131: Face Detection
Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Face Detection]  desired setting. Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function. On (Regist. Faces): Detects the registered face with higher priority using [Face Registration] (page 211).
Page 132: Using Flash (Sold Separately)
Using flash (sold separately) In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting. Also use the flash to prevent camera-shake. For details on the flash, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. Attach the flash (sold separately) to the product.
Page 133: Flash Mode
• When shooting with an external flash, light and dark stripes may appear on the image if the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/4000 seconds. If this occurs, Sony recommends shooting in the manual flash mode and setting the flash level to 1/2 or higher.
Page 134: Flash Comp
Wireless: Using a wireless flash creates a shading effect that gives the subject a more 3D appearance than when using an attached flash. This mode is effective when you attach a remote control-compatible external flash (sold separately) to the product, and shoot with a wireless flash (sold separately), placed away from the product.
Page 135: Fel Lock
FEL lock The flash level is automatically adjusted so that the subject gets the optimum exposure during normal flash shooting. You can also set the flash level in advance. FEL: Flash Exposure Level MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Custom Key (Shoot.)]  desired button, then assign the [FEL Lock toggle] function to the button.
Page 136: Wireless Flash Shooting
Flashes that support FEL lock • HVL-F60M, HVL-F43M and HVL-F32M can be used as clip-ons, off-camera connected by a cable, and for wireless flash shooting (controller/remote). • HVL-F20M can be used as a clip-on, off-camera connected with a cable, and for wireless flash shooting (controller). Hint •...
Page 137 Set up an off-camera flash that is set to wireless mode, or that is attached to the Wireless Radio Receiver (sold separately). • Press the AEL button on the camera to perform a test flashing. Setting of the AEL button We recommend that you set MENU ...
Page 138: Using A Flash With A Sync Terminal Cord
Using a flash with a sync terminal cord Open the cover of (flash sync) terminal, and connect the cord. (flash sync) terminal Hint • If the screen is too dark to check the composition, set [Live View Display] to [Setting Effect OFF] to make it easy to check the composition when shooting with a flash.
Page 139: Shooting Movies
Shooting movies Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. • Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to [Always] in the default setting, movie recording can be started from any shooting mode.
Page 140 • The following settings for still image shooting are applied to the movie shooting: – White Balance – Creative Style – Metering Mode – Face Detection – D-Range Opt. – Lens Comp. • You can change the settings for ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation, and focus area while shooting movies.
Page 141 • In movie shooting mode, ISO sensitivity can be selected from ISO 100 to ISO 102400. If the ISO value is set to a value smaller than ISO 100, the setting is automatically switched to ISO 100. When you finish recording the movie, the ISO value returns to the original setting.
Page 142: Changing Settings For Movie Recording
Changing settings for movie recording File Format Selects the movie file format. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ File Format]  desired setting. XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format supports a high bit rate. Audio: LPCM •...
Page 143: Record Setting
AVCHD: Records HD movies in the AVCHD format. This file format is suitable for high-definition TV. Audio: Dolby Digital MP4: Records MP4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for playback on smartphones or tablets, web uploads, email attachments, etc. Audio: AAC Hint •...
Page 144 When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] Records high-definition movies by converting them into the MP4 file format using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec. Bit-rate Frame rate 50 Mbps 60 Mbps 100 Mbps 120p 60M/ 120p 100M/ 120p/100p — 100p 60M 100p 100M 60p 50M/ 60p/50p...
Page 145 When [ File Format] is set to [MP4] Movies are recorded in the MPEG-4 format, at approximately 60 frames/ sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices), approximately 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), approximately 30 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices), or approximately 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode with AAC audio and in the MP4 format.
Page 146 Angle of view during movie recording The angle of view during movie recording depends on the settings for [ File Format], Record Setting], etc. (A) Angle of view equivalent to full-frame • When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [24p 60M]/[24p 100M]/[25p 60M]/[25p 100M] •...
Page 147: S&Q Settings
S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 148 Playback speed The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned Record Setting] and [ Frame Rate]. When [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC Record Setting Frame Rate 120fps 5 times slower 4 times slower — Normal playback 60fps 2.5 times slower 2 times slower...
Page 149: Audio Recording
Note • In slow-motion recording, the shutter speed becomes faster and you may not be able to obtain the proper exposure. If this happens, decrease the aperture value or adjust the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. • For an estimation of recordable time, refer to “Recordable movie times” (page 249).
Page 150: Audio Rec Level
Audio Rec Level You can adjust the audio recording level while checking the level meter. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Audio Rec Level]. Select the desired level using the right/left sides of the control wheel. +: Turns up the audio recording level. -: Turns down the audio recording level.
Page 151: Marker Settings
Marker Settings Marker Display Sets whether or not to display markers set using [ Marker Settings] on the monitor or the viewfinder while shooting movies. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Marker Display]  desired setting. On: Markers are displayed. The markers are not recorded. Off: No marker is displayed.
Page 152: 4K Output Sel
4K Output Sel. You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (Movie). Connect the camera to the desired device via an HDMI cable. MENU ...
Page 153: Viewing Images
Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Plays back the recorded images. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. Select the image with the control wheel. Hint • The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images.
Page 154: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Playback Zoom)
Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom) Enlarges the image being played back. Use this function to check the focus of the image, etc. Display the image you want to enlarge, and then press the button. • Turn the control wheel to adjust the zoom scale. By rotating the front/ rear dial, you can switch to the previous or next image while keeping the same zoom scale.
Page 155: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)
Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Selects the orientation when playing back recorded images. MENU  (Playback)  [Display Rotation]  desired setting. Auto: When you rotate the camera, the displayed image rotates automatically by detecting the orientation of the camera. Manual: Images shot vertically are displayed vertically.
Page 156 Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the down side of the control wheel. Operation panel Available operation  Playback  Pause  Fast-forward  Fast-rewind  Forward slow playback Reverse slow playback ...
Page 157: Photo Capture
Photo Capture Captures a chosen scene in a movie to save as a still image. First shoot a movie, then pause the movie during playback to capture decisive moments that tend to be missed when shooting still images, and save them as still images.
Page 158: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)
To change the number of images to be displayed MENU  (Playback)  [Image Index]  desired setting. 9 Images/25 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press the center of the control wheel. To display a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel, then press the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 159: Selecting Which Memory Card To Play Back (Select Pb Media)
Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) Selects the memory card slot to be played back. MENU  (Playback)  [Select PB Media]  desired slot. Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. Note •...
Page 160: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)
Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Automatically plays back images continuously. MENU  (Playback)  [Slide Show]  desired setting. Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off], in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once.
Page 161: Protecting Images (Protect)
Protecting images (Protect) Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The  mark is displayed on protected images. MENU  (Playback)  [Protect]  desired setting. Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. All in this Folder: Protects all images in the selected folder. All with this date: Protects all images in the selected date range.
Page 162: Deleting Images
Deleting images Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel.
Page 163 Note • The protected images cannot be deleted. • The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. Multiple Img.  Select the images to be deleted, then press the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box.
Page 164: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required. Turn off both this product and the TV.
Page 165 (Setup)  [HDMI Settings]  [CTRL FOR HDMI]  [Off]. Hint • This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 166 • Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio. • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable. • Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV.
Page 167: Registering Frequently Used Functions
Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions Memory Allows you to register up to 3 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial. Set the product to the setting you want to register.
Page 168: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg Cust Shoot Set)
Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg Cust Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
Page 169 Items that can be registered • You can register various functions for shooting. The items that can actually be registered are displayed on the menu of the camera. • Exposure • Focus setting • Drive mode (other than self-timer) To recall registered settings ...
Page 170: Assigning Selected Functions To The Button
Assigning selected functions to the button Custom Key (Shoot.)/Custom Key (PB) You can assign a desired function to a desired key. Some functions are available only when they are assigned to a custom key. For example, if you assign [Eye AF] to [Center Button] for [Custom Key (Shoot.)], you can easily recall [Eye AF] simply by pressing the center of the control wheel while shooting.
Page 171: Function Menu Set
Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Function Menu Set.]  set a function to the desired location. • The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.
Page 172: Customizing The Menu (My Menu)
Customizing the MENU (My Menu) Add Item You can register the desired menu items to (My Menu) under MENU. MENU  (My Menu)  [Add Item]. Select an item that you want to add to (My Menu) using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel.
Page 173: Delete Item
Delete Item You can delete menu items added to (My Menu) of MENU. MENU  (My Menu)  [Delete Item]. Select an item that you want to delete using the top/bottom/ left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center to delete the selected item.
Page 174: Checking Images Before/After Recording
Checking images before/after recording Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the display time for Auto Review. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Auto Review]  desired setting. 10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec: Displays the recorded image on the screen right after shooting for the selected duration of time.
Page 175: Shot. Result Preview
Hint • Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. Shot. Result Preview While pressing down the key to which [Shot. Result Preview] is assigned, you can check the image preview with the DRO, shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity settings applied.
Page 176: Monitor/Viewfinder Settings
Monitor/viewfinder settings FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the display between Electronic Viewfinder and the screen. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [FINDER/MONITOR]  desired setting. Auto: When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the eye sensor reacts and the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically. Viewfinder (Manual): The screen is turned off and the image is displayed only in the Electronic Viewfinder.
Page 177: Finder Frame Rate
Finder Frame Rate Display the subject’s movements more smoothly by adjusting the frame rate of the viewfinder during still image shooting. This function is convenient when shooting a fast-moving subject. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Finder Frame Rate]  desired setting.
Page 178: Memory Card Settings
Memory card settings Format When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, we recommend that you format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save valuable data on a computer, etc.
Page 179: File Number
File Number Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded still images and MP4 movies. MENU  (Setup)  [File Number]  desired setting. Series: The product will assign numbers to files sequentially up to “9999” without resetting. Reset: The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with “0001”.
Page 180: Recording Mode
Recording Mode You can select the method for recording an image, such as recording the same image simultaneously to two memory cards or recording different types of images to two memory cards. (If you want to record a movie to a memory card in different formats, use [Dual Video REC].) MENU ...
Page 181: Select Rec Folder
Select REC Folder If [Folder Name] is set to [Standard Form] and there are 2 folders or more, you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded. MENU  (Setup)  [Select REC Folder]  desired folder. Note •...
Page 182: Camera Settings
Camera settings Pwr Save Start Time Sets time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode when you are not performing operations to prevent wearing down the battery pack. To return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down.
Page 183: Hdmi Settings
Note • The lens or lens hood may block the remote sensor that receive the signals. Use the remote commander in the position from which the signal can reach the product. • When [Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode.
Page 184 Note • Steps  and  can be set in either order. • When [ Record Setting] is set to other than [24p 24M (FX)], [24p 17M (FH)], or [24p 50M], this setting is canceled, and HDMI video is output according to the [HDMI Resolution] settings.
Page 185 Note • When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. REC Control If you connect the camera to an external recorder/player, you can remotely command the recorder/player to start/stop recording using the camera.
Page 186 CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product by aiming the TV remote control at the TV.  MENU  (Setup)  [HDMI Settings]  [CTRL FOR HDMI] ...
Page 187: Usb Power Supply
USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device. MENU  (Setup)  [USB Power Supply]  desired setting. On: Power is supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc.
Page 188 Note • During PC Remote shooting, you cannot change settings for [Still Img. Save Dest.]. Adjust the settings before you start shooting. • If you insert a memory card that is not recordable, you cannot shoot still images even if you select [PC + Camera]. •...
Page 189: Initializing The Camera
Initializing the camera Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset], the recorded images are retained. MENU  (Setup)  [Setting Reset]  desired setting. Camera Settings Reset: Initializes the main shooting settings to the default settings.
Page 190: Using Network Functions
PlayMemories Mobile is required to connect the camera and a smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/).
Page 191: Transferring Images To The Ftp Server
Transferring images to the FTP server You can use the camera’s Wi-Fi function or wired LAN to transfer images to the FTP server. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” http://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ • Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required.
Page 192: Connecting The Camera And A Smartphone
Connecting the camera and a smartphone Using a smartphone as a remote control for the camera With PlayMemories Mobile, you can shoot images while checking the shooting range of the camera on the monitor of a smartphone. MENU  (Network)  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone], then select [On].
Page 193 To establish a Wi-Fi connection with a smartphone using a QR code  Select MENU  (Network)  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [ Connection Info.], to display the QR code on the monitor of the camera.  Launch PlayMemories Mobile on the smartphone, and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera].
Page 194: Transferring Images From The Camera To A Smartphone
Transferring images from the camera to a smartphone You can transfer still images and movies shot in the MP4 file format. However, images that are not saved on the camera’s memory card cannot be transferred. On the camera, play back an image that you want to transfer to the smartphone.
Page 195: Connecting The Camera To A Wireless Access Point
[OK]. Note • If a connection is not established, see the wireless access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point. To save images to a computer, install PlayMemories Home on your computer. PlayMemories Home http://www.sony.net/pm/...
Page 196: Recording Location Information To Captured Images
Recording location information to captured images You can use the application PlayMemories Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images. Preparation in advance To use the location information linking function of the camera, the application PlayMemories Mobile is required.
Page 197: Operating Procedure
Operating procedure : Operations performed on the smartphone : Operations performed on the camera : Confirm that the Bluetooth function of your smartphone is activated. • Do not perform the Bluetooth pairing operation on the smartphone setting screen. In steps 2 to 7, the pairing operation is performed using the camera and the application PlayMemories Mobile.
Page 198: The Camera
– Confirm that [Airplane Mode] for the camera is set to [Off] (page 215). – Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile. – Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. • For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/...
Page 199 Note • When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again. • The location information will not be recorded when it cannot be obtained, such as when the Bluetooth connection is disconnected.
Page 200: Using A Computer
Using a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Selecting the appropriate USB connection method Selects the USB connection method when this product is connected to a computer, etc. MENU  (Setup)  [USB Connection]  desired setting. Auto: Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected.
Page 201: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a computer Insert a fully charged battery pack into the camera. Turn on the camera and the computer. Check that [USB Connection] under (Setup) is set to [Mass Storage]. Connect the camera to the computer using the micro USB cable (supplied).
Page 202: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer
Disconnecting the camera from the computer Perform steps 1 and 2 below before performing the following operations: • Disconnecting the micro USB cable. • Removing a memory card. • Turning off the product. Click (Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media) in the ...
Page 203: Introduction To Computer Software
If one of these software is already installed on your computer, update it to the latest version before use. Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ You can check the recommended operating environment for the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/...
Page 204: Remote Camera Control
Remote Camera Control With Remote Camera Control, you can change the camera settings or release the shutter from a computer connected via a USB cable. To use Remote Camera Control, first select MENU  (Setup)  [USB Connection]  [PC Remote], then connect the camera to a computer via a USB cable.
Page 205: Menu Items/List Of Icons
MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to MENU button display the menu screen. Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top/ bottom/left/right sides of the...
Page 206: List Of Menu Items
List of MENU items For details on each MENU items, refer to the reference page in the last column or the Help Guide. (Camera Settings 1) Red tab Quality/Image Size Sets the image quality for still images. Quality ([RAW] / [Fine], etc.) Selects the file type for RAW images.
Page 207 Bracket Settings Sets self-timer shooting in bracket mode, bracket type, shooting order for exposure bracketing, and white balance bracketing. Recall Calls up settings pre-registered to Memory]. Memory Registers the desired modes and camera settings. Reg Cust Shoot Set Assign functions to the custom key to recall when shooting.
Page 208 Sets the auto focus method when AF System an LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Sets whether to perform auto Help AF w/ shutter focusing when the shutter button is Guide pressed halfway down. This is useful when you want to adjust the focus and exposure separately.
Page 209 Sets the ISO sensitivity. ([ISO AUTO], etc.) ISO AUTO Min. SS Sets the slowest shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity will start to change in [ISO AUTO] mode. Metering Mode Selects the method for measuring brightness. ([Multi] / [Spot], etc.) Spot Metering Point Sets whether to coordinate the spot metering point with the focus area when [Focus Area]...
Page 210 Priority Set in AWB Selects which tone to prioritize when Help shooting under lighting conditions Guide such as incandescent light with [White Balance] set to [Auto]. DRO/Auto HDR Analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background by dividing the image into small areas, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and...
Page 211: (Camera Settings 2)
Face Detection/Shoot Assist Face Detection Sets whether to detect faces and automatically adjust various settings such as focus, exposure, image processing, and flash. Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be Help given priority when focusing. Guide (Camera Settings 2) Purple tab Movie Selects the exposure mode to suit...
Page 212 Audio Rec Level Adjusts the audio recording level during movie recording. Audio Level Display Sets whether to display the audio Help level. Guide Audio Out Timing Sets the timing of audio output during Help the movie recording. Guide Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie Help recording.
Page 213 Zoom Ring Rotate Assigns the zoom in/out to the Help rotational direction of the zoom lens. Guide This function is only available with a power zoom lens that is compatible with this function. Display/Auto Review DISP Button Sets the type of information to be displayed on the monitor or in the viewfinder when the DISP button is pressed.
Page 214: (Network)
Custom Operation Custom Key (Shoot.) Assigns functions to the various keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when shooting images. Custom Key (PB) Assigns functions to the keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when playing back images.
Page 215 FTP Transfer Func. Sets image transfer using FTP and executes it. * Basic knowledge of FTP server is required. View on TV Allows you to view images on a Help network-enabled TV. Guide Ctrl w/ Smartphone Allows you to use a smartphone as Help the remote controller for the camera Guide...
Page 216: (Playback)
(Playback) Blue tab Delete Deletes an image. View Mode Plays back images from a specified date or specified folder of still images and movies. Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. Display Rotation Sets the playback orientation for images shot vertically.
Page 217: (Setup)
(Setup) Yellow tab Monitor Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Help Guide Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of the electronic Help viewfinder. Guide Finder Color Temp. Sets the color temperature of the Help viewfinder. Guide Volume Settings Sets the volume for movie playback. Help Guide Delete confirm.
Page 218 TC/UB Settings Sets the time code (TC) and user bit Help (UB). Guide * This function is for skilled movie creators. Remote Ctrl Sets whether to use the infrared remote control. HDMI Settings Sets the HDMI settings. Sets how to record and output 4K 4K Output Sel.
Page 219 Select Rec. Media Selects the memory card slot of the memory card on which to record. Help Guide Recording Mode Sets the method for recording images to two memory card slots. Select REC Folder Changes the folder selected for storing still images and movies (MP4). New Folder Creates a new folder for storing still Help...
Page 220: (My Menu)
(My Menu) Gray tab Add Item Adds desired MENU items to (My Menu). Sort Item Sorts the MENU items added to (My Menu). Delete Item Deletes MENU items added to (My Menu). Delete Page Deletes all the MENU items on a page ...
Page 221: List Of Icons On The Monitor
List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Monitor mode For playback Basic information display Histogram display Viewfinder mode [Intelligent Auto] mode P/A/S/M mode...
Page 222  Display Indication Record setting of Display Indication movies (143) Shooting mode P P A S (96) Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection Register number unavailable (198) (167) Connected to smartphone / Scene Recognition Not connected to icons (97) smartphone Remaining battery (39) Memory card status Remaining battery...
Page 223 Display Indication Display Indication SteadyS. Focal Len./ Shooting without Camera shake shutter sound warning (127) (76) Obtaining location Bright Monitoring information/ Location information Copyright cannot be obtained information writing (196) on (218) Overheating 120fps 60fps Frame rate for warning (236) 30fps 15fps slow/quick motion Database file full...
Page 224  Display Indication Display Indication Creative Style (123)/ Contrast, saturation, Drive Mode (79) and sharpness +3 +3 +3 Picture Effect (210) Flash Mode (133) / Red Eye Reduction Copyright (209) information exists for ±0.0 Flash Comp. (134) image (218) Focus Mode (51) Shutter Type (74) Finder Frame Rate Focus Area (53)
Page 225 Display Indication Display Indication STBY 2017 - 1 - 1 Movie recording Date of recording 10:37AM standby (46) REC 1:00:12 Actual movie File number/Number recording time of images in the view (hours: minutes: mode seconds) REC Control (185) Focus indicator  (52) Spot metering area 1/250...
Page 226: If You Have Problems
Refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2).  Initialize the settings (page 189).  Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...
Page 227 • The battery life is running out. Replace the battery with a new one. • Make sure that the battery pack is inserted correctly (page 40). • Make sure to use a genuine Sony battery pack. The power turns off suddenly.
Page 228 Shooting still images/movies No images appear on the viewfinder. • [FINDER/MONITOR] has been set to [Monitor (Manual)]. Change [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Auto] or [Viewfinder (Manual)] (page 176). • Bring your eye close to the viewfinder. • When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect you are approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto].
Page 229 The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens. • [Focus Mode] has been set to [Manual Focus]. Set [Focus Mode] to a setting other than [Manual Focus] (page 51). •...
Page 230 The image is blurred. • The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera shake. Camera shake is more likely to occur when shooting in a dark location because the shutter speed is slower. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended (page 132).
Page 231 You do not know which operating systems are compatible. • You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ The computer does not recognize this product. • Check that the power of the camera is turned on.
Page 232 Images cannot be played back. • If you are using PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. • Consult the computer manufacturer or software manufacturer. PlayMemories Home does not launch automatically when you connect the product to your computer via USB. •...
Page 233 If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. “--E-” appears on the screen.
Page 234: Warning Messages
Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. • Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Power insufficient. • The image copying or image sensor cleaning functions will not operate because the remaining battery level is too low.
Page 235 Cannot open the shutter since the memory card is not inserted. • No memory card has been inserted into the memory card slot selected in [Select Rec. Media]. • To release the shutter without inserting a memory card into the camera, set [Release w/o Card] to [Enable] (page 212).
Page 236 Camera Error. Turn power off then on. • Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? • You cannot record and play back an AVCHD movie because the Image Database File is damaged.
Page 237 Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. • Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated. Cannot create more folders. • A folder in the memory card has the first three digits “999.” You cannot create any more folders on this camera.
Page 238: About This Product
About this product Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
Page 239 Hint • For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note • Clean the image sensor quickly. • A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
Page 240: Mount Adaptor
Note • You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. • The LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (both sold separately) and the vertical grip (sold separately) are not designed to be attached at the same time.
Page 241: La-Ea1/La-Ea3 Mount Adaptor
LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full frame shooting: LA-EA1: Not available LA-EA3: Available with full frame shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus: Available with SAM/SSM lens only AF system: Phase Detection AF/Contrast AF AF/MF select: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens.
Page 242: La-Ea2/La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor
LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full frame shooting: LA-EA2: Not available LA-EA4: Available with full frame shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF select: Lenses that do not support DMF (with the focus mode switch): Can be...
Page 243 Continuous shooting using a Mount Adaptor When a Mount Adaptor is attached to the camera, the auto-focusing method during continuous shooting varies depending on the settings for [Cont. Shooting] and [ Shutter Type]. When using the LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) Shutter Type Mechanical Shut.
Page 244: Vertical Grip
Vertical grip You can attach a vertical grip (sold separately) to this product and record vertically oriented images. When attaching the vertical grip, remove the battery cover in advance. For details, refer to the operating instructions for the vertical grip. How to remove the battery cover Slide the battery cover release lever of this product in the direction of the arrow.
Page 245: Specifications
• The battery life and number of recordable images are estimates based on shooting with the default settings under the following conditions: – Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). – Using a Sony SDXC memory card of UHS-I Speed Class 3 (sold separately) –...
Page 246: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
Memory cards that can be used You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. The  mark indicates that these memory cards can be used for shooting still images or movies. When using Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory cards with this camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.
Page 247: Number Of Recordable Images
Note • Use the slot 1 when you are using a UHS-II memory card. Also, set [Select Rec. Media] to [Slot 1]. • Memory Stick PRO Duo media cannot be used in the slot 1. • When an SDHC memory card is used to record an XAVC S movie over extended periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files 4 GB in size.
Page 248 The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 249: Recordable Movie Times
Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], [XAVC S HD], and [AVCHD] are recording times when shooting with [Dual Video REC] set to [Off].
Page 250 The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. • The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card.
Page 251: Notes On Continuous Movie Recording
Notes on continuous movie recording • High-quality movie recording and high-speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the temperature inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor. In such cases, the camera will turn off automatically because the surface of the camera is heated to a high temperature or the high temperature affects the quality of the images or the internal mechanism of the camera.
Page 252: Specifications
[System] Electronic viewfinder Camera Type Total number of dots Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera 3 686 400 dots Lens Frame coverage Sony E-mount lens 100% Magnification [Image sensor] Approx. 0.78× with 50 mm lens at Image format infinity, –1 m –1 35 mm full frame (35.6 mm ×...
Page 253 [Recording format] Type File format Electronically-controlled, vertical- JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.31, MPF traverse, focal-plane type Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW Speed range 2.3 format) Still images (when shooting with the Movie (XAVC S format) electronic shutter): 1/32 000 second* MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0...
Page 254 [Slot] DPOF Compatible SLOT 1 PRINT Image Matching III Slot for SD cards (UHS-I and UHS-II Compatible compatible) Dimensions SLOT 2 Approx. 126.9 mm × 95.6 mm × Multi-slot for Memory Stick PRO Duo 63.0 mm media and SD cards (UHS-I (Approx. 5 inches × 3 7/8 inches × compatible) 2 1/2 inches) (W/H/D, excluding Supports operations between two...
Page 255: Rechargeable Battery Pack
Battery charger BC-QZ1 • Memory Stick and Input rating AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, trademarks or registered 0.38 A trademarks of Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and are registered Output rating DC 8.4 V, 1.6 A trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “AVCHD Progressive” and AC Adaptor AC-UUD12/AC-UUE12 the “AVCHD Progressive”...
Page 256 • The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. • QR code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc. • In addition, system and product...
Page 257 GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product.
Page 258: Index
Index Aspect Ratio ........93 Audio Level Display ......212 4K Output Sel........152 Audio Out Timing ......212 24p/60p Output......183 Audio Rec Level ......150 Audio Recording ......149 Audio recording of movies .....149 A ............99 Audio signals ........214 Access Point Set......195 Autoflash .........133 Add Item .........
Page 259 Charging ........... 39 Dial Ev Comp ........214 Cleaning Mode ....... 238 Dial Setup ........214 Clear ..........123 Digital zoom ......117, 118 Clear Image Zoom ....117, 118 Diopter-adjustment ......25 Clock setting ........46 Direct manual focus ....51, 70 Cloudy ..........120 DISP ..........
Page 260 Eye sensor ........24 FTP Transfer Func......215 Eye-Start AF ........208 Function button ......25, 31 Function Menu Set......171 Face Detection ........ 131 Face Registration ......211 Grid Line ..........213 FEL lock ...........135 Guideframe ........151 File Format ........142 File Number ........179 HDMI Info.
Page 261 Movie file format......142 MOVIE (Movie) button ....25, 139 Landscape ........123 Movie record setting .......143 Language ........218 Movie w/ shutter ......141 Lens ..........43 MP4 ..........143 Lens Comp........206 MTP ..........200 Light ..........123 Multi ..........108 List of icons ........221 Multi Interface Shoe ......
Page 262 Playback speed ......148 Release w/o Lens ......212 Playback zoom ........154 Remote Camera Control ....204 Playing back movies .......155 Remote Ctrl ........182 PlayMemories Home ..... 203 Reset EV Comp.......208 PlayMemories Mobile ....190 Reset Network Set......215 Portrait ..........123 Rotate ..........216 Pre-AF ..........64 Printing ..........216 S .............99...
Page 263 Slow Sync........133 Vertical grip ........244 Smart zoom ........117 Video Light Mode ......212 Software ......... 203 Viewfinder ........35 Sort Item ......... 172 Viewfinder Bright......217 Specifications ......... 252 Viewing images on a TV ....164 Specify Printing .......216 View Mode ........158 Spot ..........

Sony ILCE-9 Instruction Manual

Preparations for Shooting

Shooting Movies

Using Network Functions

Using a Computer

MENU Items/List of Icons

If You Have Problems

About this Product

Index

Quick Links

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