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Digital Still Camera
DSC-RX10M4
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  • Page 1 Touch Focus You can select the subject to focus by the touch operation in the still image and movie recording modes. DSC-RX10M4 Accessories compatibility information This website provides the accessories compatibility information. (Another window will open.) Names of parts/Icons and indicators...

  • Page 2: Preparing The Camera

    Basic operations Using the control wheel Using the lens ring Using MENU items Using the Fn (Function) button How to use the Quick Navi screen How to use the keyboard Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen Indicators on the display panel Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Preparing the camera...
  • Page 3 Shooting still images Focusing Focus Mode Auto focus Focus Area Phase detection AF Focus Standard Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Swt. V/H AF Area) AF/MF control AF w/ shutter (still image) AF On Eye AF Center Lock-on AF Focus Hold Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.)
  • Page 4 Focus Ring Rotate Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Using touch functions Touch Operation Touch Focus Touch Pad Settings Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) Aspect Ratio (still image) Quality (still image)
  • Page 5 Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Bulb shooting Sweep Panorama Scene Selection Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Movie: Exposure Mode HFR (High Frame Rate): Exposure Mode Controlling the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. Reset EV Comp. Exposure Set. Guide Metering Mode Spot Metering Point AE lock AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std.
  • Page 6 Zoom Assist Rng. of Zoom Assist Zoom Speed Zoom Ring Rotate Smart Telecon. Zoom Func. on Ring White balance White Balance Priority Set in AWB Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Setting how to process images Creative Style Picture Effect Soft Skin Effect (still image) Auto Obj.
  • Page 7 Using flash Red Eye Reduction Flash Mode Flash Comp. Wireless flash shooting Recording movies Shooting movies Movie w/ shutter Movie recording formats File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) Quality(Dual Rec) Img.
  • Page 8 MOVIE Button Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) 4K Output Sel. (movie) Video Light Mode Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Rotating an image (Rotate) Playing back panoramic images Enlarge Init.
  • Page 9 Delete confirm. Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg Cust Shoot Set) Assigning selected functions to the button Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Function Menu Set.
  • Page 10 Bright Monitoring Memory card settings Format File Number Set File Name Display Media Info. Select REC Folder New Folder Folder Name Recover Image DB Camera settings Audio signals Write Date (still image) Tile Menu Mode Dial Guide Pwr Save Start Time NTSC/PAL Selector HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models)
  • Page 11 Area Setting Copyright Info Version Demo Mode Initializing the camera Setting Reset Using network functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID)
  • Page 12 Edit Device Name Reset Network Set. Using a computer Recommended computer environment Software for Mac computers Importing images for use on a computer PlayMemories Home Installing PlayMemories Home Connecting to a computer Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home Disconnecting the camera from the computer Developing RAW images (Image Data Converter) Image Data Converter...
  • Page 13 Long Exposure NR (still image) High ISO NR (still image) Color Space (still image) Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) Scene Selection Drive Mode Bracket Settings Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg Cust Shoot Set) Focus Area Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Swt.
  • Page 14 Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Red Eye Reduction White Balance Priority Set in AWB D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR Creative Style Picture Effect Picture Profile Soft Skin Effect (still image) Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) MF Assist (still image) Peaking Level Peaking Color Focus Ring Rotate...
  • Page 15 Quality(Dual Rec) Img. Size(Dual Rec) Auto Dual Rec Proxy Recording AF drive speed (movie) AF Track Sens (movie) Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Level Display Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. SteadyShot (movie) Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) Video Light Mode Movie w/ shutter...
  • Page 16 Live View Display Auto Review Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Function Menu Set. Lens Ring Setup MOVIE Button Dial / Wheel Lock Audio signals Write Date (still image) Network Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Send to Computer View on TV Ctrl w/ Smartphone...
  • Page 17 Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Rotating an image (Rotate) Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Init. Mag. Enlarge Initial Pos. Protecting images (Protect) Motion Interval ADJ Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing) Photo Capture Setup Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright.
  • Page 18 HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI 4K Output Sel. (movie) USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Copyright Info Format File Number Set File Name Select REC Folder New Folder...
  • Page 19 Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad AVCHD format License Trademarks If you have problems Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display Warning messages 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 20: Identifying Parts

    For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’...
  • Page 21 Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. Focus hold button Focus range limiter switch Focus mode dial Aperture ring Microphone Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. Viewfinder Eye sensor Eyepiece Cup Removing the eyepiece cup...
  • Page 22 Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust the dial. MOVIE (Movie) button (Flash pop-up) button (Display panel illumination) button Display panel C2 button (Custom button 2) C1 button (Custom button 1)
  • Page 23 (Headphones) jack Multi/Micro USB Terminal This terminal supports Micro USB-compatible devices. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. HDMI micro jack Charge lamp Monitor (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.
  • Page 24 Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. Battery cover 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. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 25: Using The Control Wheel

    During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Focus Standard Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 : Adjust the zoom by turning the rear lens ring (B). : Adjust the focus by turning the front lens ring (A), and adjust the zoom by turning the rear lens ring (B). Related Topic Lens Ring Setup 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 27: Using Menu Items

    Select an icon at the top of the screen (A) and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU item. You can go back to the previous screen by pressing the MENU button (B). Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. Related Topic Tile Menu 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Using The Fn (Function) Button

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Using the Fn (Function) button You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (Function) button and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button.
  • Page 30 Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings. Related Topic Function Menu Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 31: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 How to use the Quick Navi screen The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor].
  • Page 32 Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable. When using [Creative Style], [Picture Profile], etc., some of the setup tasks can only be accomplished on a dedicated screen. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 33: How To Use The Keyboard

    Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 34: List Of Icons On The Screen

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. Monitor mode Viewfinder mode In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode...

  • Page 35: Basic Information Display

    Basic information display Histogram display P P* A S M Shoot Mode Memory recall Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection NO CARD Memory card status Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 20M / 18M / 17M / 13M / 10M / 7.5M / 6.5M / 5.0M / 4.2M / 3.7M / VGA Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies...
  • Page 36 Remaining battery warning USB power supply Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator Setting Effect OFF NFC is activated Airplane Mode Overlay icon No audio recording of movies Proxy Recording Wind Noise Reduct. SteadyShot Off/On, Camera shake warning Obtaining location information/Location information cannot be obtained Overheating warning ×2.0 Smart teleconverter...
  • Page 37 Gamma Disp. Assist Auto object framing image Writing data/Number of images left to write CAPTURE Capturing still image Unable to shoot Still images Auto Dual Rec Focus Cancel Lock-on AF OFF Spot Focus Performing Spot Focus Drive Mode Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp.
  • Page 38 Picture Profile Peaking Lock-on AF Guide display for Center button Lock-on AF Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting Focus Area Focus Cancel Guide display for setting Focus Cancel Bracket indicator Exposure compensation/Metered Manual STBY Movie recording standby REC 1:00:12 Actual movie recording time (hours: minutes: seconds) Lens ring function Control wheel function...
  • Page 39 DRO/Auto HDR image warning Picture Effect error 2017-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode REC Control Spot metering area C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display 00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 40: Indicators On The Display Panel

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Indicators on the display panel You can set the shutter speed and aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, ISO, white balance, drive mode, etc., using the display panel on top of the camera. Shutter speed/Aperture...
  • Page 41 Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9,999 images, "9999" will appear on the display panel. To turn on the display panel backlight Press the (Display panel illumination) button (A) on top of the camera. If you press the button again, the display panel backlight will turn off. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 42: Switching The Screen Display (While Shooting/During Playback)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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 43: Histogram Display

    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 luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right.
  • Page 44 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 45: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
  • Page 46 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 47: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/regions) Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-FW50 (1) Micro USB cable (1) AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region.
  • Page 48 Eyepiece Cup (1) (attached on the camera) Shoe Cap (1) (attached on the camera) Instruction Manual (1) Reference Guide (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 49: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Inserting/removing the battery pack Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera.
  • Page 50 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 51: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the power off. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
  • Page 52 When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack...

  • Page 53: Charging By Connecting To A Computer

    Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 54: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images

    Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) One picture is taken every 30 seconds.

  • Page 55: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)

    (wall socket). When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 56: Notes On The Battery Pack

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Notes on the battery pack Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.

  • Page 57: How To Store The Battery Pack

    If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 58: Notes On Charging The Battery Pack

    The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.

  • Page 59: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product. Open the memory card cover. Insert the memory card. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Insert the memory card correctly.
  • Page 60 Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 61: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Memory cards that can be used When using microSD memory cards or Memory Stick Micro media with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor. SD memory cards Recording format Supported memory card...
  • Page 62 Number of recordable images Recordable movie times 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 63: Notes On Memory Card

    This Memory Stick is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this product. High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is supported. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 64: Attaching The Lens Hood

    Remove the lens hood when using the flash as the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image. To store the lens hood after shooting, attach the lens hood to the lens backward. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 65: Setting Language, Date And Time

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Setting language, date and time The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged.
  • Page 66 Date/Time Setup Area Setting Using the control wheel 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 67: In-Camera Guide

    Select the MENU or Fn item of which you want to see descriptions, then press the button to which the [In- Camera Guide] function is assigned. The descriptions of the item are displayed. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 68: Shooting Still Images

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.
  • Page 69 When the subject is moving, you cannot lock the focus even if [Focus Mode] has been set to [Automatic AF]. Related Topic List of mode dial function Zoom Playing back still images Auto Review Focus Mode Focus Area 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 70: Focus Mode

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. Turn the focus mode dial (A) and select the desired mode. Setting details S (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.
  • Page 71 Depending on the usage conditions, even if the focus range limiter switch is set to "∞ - 3 m," the shortest shooting distance may be slightly smaller or greater than 3 m. Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 72: Focus Area

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 73 Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Swt. V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 74: Phase Detection Af

    When the F-value is greater than F8, you cannot use the Phase Detection AF. Only Contrast AF is available. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], Phase Detection AF cannot be used. Only Contrast AF is available. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 75: Focus Standard

    Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Focus Area Center Lock-on AF 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 76: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Swt. V/H Af Area)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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).
  • Page 77 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again. Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 The auto focus operates when you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: The auto focus does not operate even if you press the shutter button halfway down. Related Topic AF On Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 Set [ AF w/ shutter] and [ Pre-AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 If the person is moving too much, the detection frame may not display correctly over their eyes. When the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or during movie recording, [Eye AF] is unavailable. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Smile/Face Detect. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 82: Center Lock-On Af

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Center Lock-on AF When you press the center of the control wheel, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On].
  • Page 83 Related Topic Focus Standard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 84: Focus Hold

    (Camera Settings2)→[Custom Key(Shoot.)]→assign the [Focus Hold] function to the key of your choice. Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned. Press the shutter button while holding down the key. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 85: Registering The Current Focus Area (Af Area Regist.)

    The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Regist.] is set to [On], the [Dial / Wheel Lock] setting is locked to [Unlock]. Related Topic Focus Area Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 86: Deleting A Registered Af Area (Del. Reg. Af Area)

    Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Reg. AF Area) Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Regist.]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Reg. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 87: Pre-Af (Still Image)

    MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 88: Af Illuminator (Still Image)

    If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 89: Af Area Auto Clear

    MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 90: Disp. Cont. Af Area

    Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 91: Phase Detect. Area

    File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], Phase Detection AF cannot be used. Only Contrast AF is available. When recording movies, the Phase Detection AF area will not be displayed. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 92: Manual Focus

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Manual Focus When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. Turn the focus mode dial (A) to select MF. Rotate the front lens ring to achieve sharp focus.
  • Page 93 Peaking Level MF Assist (still image) Lens Ring Setup 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 94: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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.
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  • Page 96: Focus Magnifier

    To exit the focus magnifier function, double-tap the monitor again. You can also exit the focus magnifier function by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Related Topic MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Touch Operation 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 98: Mf Assist (Still Image)

    You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. Note You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 99: Focus Magnif. Time

    2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 100: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)

    (Camera Settings1) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.3: Displays a 5.3-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 101: Peaking Level

    Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Color 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 102: Peaking Color

    (Camera Settings1) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Level 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 103 Menu item details Left /Right Assigns longer-distance focus to counterclockwise rotation and shorter-distance focus to clockwise rotation. Right /Left Assigns longer-distance focus to clockwise rotation and shorter-distance focus to counterclockwise rotation. Related Topic Lens Ring Setup 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 104: Drive Mode

    Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action] is selected, [Single Shooting] cannot be performed. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 105: Cont. Shooting

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Drive Mode] → [Cont. Shooting]. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.
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  • Page 107 (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Brkt]. Note The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. [Sports Action] under [Scene Selection] [Smile Shutter] Related Topic Audio signals 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 108: Self-Timer(Cont)

    Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 3 Img. Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 5 Img. Hint Press the shutter button again to stop the count of the self-timer. Select MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Drive Mode] → [Single Shooting] to cancel the self-timer. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 109: Cont. Bracket

    When the flash is used, the product performs flash bracket shooting, which shifts the amount of flash light even if [Cont. Bracket] is selected. Press the shutter button for each image. Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 110: Single Bracket

    When the exposure is compensated, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 During bracket shooting, guides equal to the number of images to be shot are displayed over/under the bracket indicator. When you start single bracket shooting, the guides will disappear one by one as the camera records images. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 114: Dro Bracket

    Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 115: Bracket Settings

    Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 116: Touch Operation

    Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Off: Deactivates all touch operations. Related Topic Touch Focus Touch Pad Settings 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 117: Touch Focus

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Touch Focus You can select a subject on which to focus using touch operations in the still image and movie recording modes. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → Desired setting other than [Off].
  • Page 118 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When the shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom Related Topic Touch Operation 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 119: Touch Pad Settings

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU→ (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in V Orien.: Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting. You can prevent erroneous operations during vertically oriented shooting caused by your nose, etc.
  • Page 120 Related Topic Touch Operation 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 121: Image Size (Still Image)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Image Size (still image) 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.
  • Page 122 Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 123: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)

    An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that does not support high definition 16:9: An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that supports high definition 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 124: Quality (Still Image)

    You cannot apply [Auto HDR] or [Picture Effect] functions with RAW images. Note If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 125: Panorama: Size

    Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 Related Topic Sweep Panorama Panorama: Direction 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 126: Panorama: Direction

    Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom. Related Topic Sweep Panorama 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 127: List Of Mode Dial Function

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 List of mode dial function You can switch the shooting mode according to the subject or purpose of shooting. Turn the mode dial to select the desired shooting mode. Available functions (Auto Mode): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product.
  • Page 128 Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Movie: Exposure Mode Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) HFR (High Frame Rate): Exposure Mode Sweep Panorama Scene Selection 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 129: Intelligent Auto

    The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) About Scene Recognition Mode Dial Guide 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 130: Superior Auto

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Superior Auto The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear images of dark or backlit scenes. For low-lit or backlit scenes, if necessary the camera may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., to record higher quality images than in Intelligent Auto mode.
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  • Page 132 (overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded. For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 133: About Scene Recognition

    (Walk) is recognized only when [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or [Intelligent Active]. Note When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait] and [Infant] scenes are not recognized. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 134: Program Auto

    Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 135: Aperture Priority

    The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. We recommend that you set the aperture value to between F2.4 and F8 if you want to shoot images with high resolution. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 136: Shutter Priority

    However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Long Exposure NR (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 137: Manual Exposure

    When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 138: Bulb Shooting

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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 M (Manual Exposure).
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  • Page 140: Sweep Panorama

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). Point the camera at the subject. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition.
  • Page 141 (B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time.
  • Page 142 Related Topic Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 143: Scene Selection

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection). Turn the control dial to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject.

  • Page 144: Hand-Held Twilight

    Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash.
  • Page 145 Hint To change the scene, rotate the control dial on the shooting screen and select a new scene. Related Topic Using flash 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 146 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 147: Movie: Exposure Mode

    When you adjust the aperture using the aperture ring while recording a movie, set the Aperture Click Switch to “OFF.” If you change the aperture value while shooting a movie with the Aperture Click Switch set to “ON,” the sound of the aperture ring will be recorded. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 148 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 149: Exposure Comp

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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 150 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 151: Reset Ev Comp

    Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 152: Exposure Set. Guide

    You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 153: Metering Mode

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details 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).
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  • Page 155: Spot Metering Point

    When [Focus Area] is set to [Lock-on AF: Flexible Spot] or [Lock-on AF:Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the Lock-on AF start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 156 (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → [AEL Button] → [AEL toggle], you can lock the exposure without holding down the button. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 157: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)

    Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 158: Exposure Std. Adjust

    If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 159: Exp.comp.set

    (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 160 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 161: D-Range Opt. (Dro)

    Record Setting] is set to [120p 100M], [100p 100M], [120p 60M], or [100p 60M], [DRO/Auto HDR] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 162 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 163 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ISO] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi Frame NR: Combines continuous shots to create an image with less noise.
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  • Page 165: Iso Auto Min. Ss

    When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash] or [Wireless]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 166: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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.
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  • Page 168 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Ring Rotate]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Zoom Speed Zoom Func. on Ring Lens Ring Setup Zoom Ring Rotate 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 169: Zoom Setting

    Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale Zoom Speed 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 170: About Zoom Scale

    Approx. 2.0× Approx. 4.0× M: 10M Approx. 1.4× Approx. 2.8× Approx. 5.6× S: 5.0M Approx. 2.0× Approx. 4.0× Approx. 8.0× Related Topic Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting Image Size (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 171 When you use the [Zoom Assist] function during movie shooting, the captured area is not displayed inside the zoom assist frame but on the screen. In addition, the zoom sound may be recorded. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Rng. of Zoom Assist 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 172 Selects how much to zoom out with the [Zoom Assist] function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Rng. of Zoom Assist] → desired setting. Menu item details Zooms out a small amount. Zooms out a medium amount. Zooms out a large amount. Related Topic Zoom Assist 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 173: Zoom Speed

    The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera. Note Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. Related Topic Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 174: Zoom Ring Rotate

    Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. Related Topic Lens Ring Setup 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 175: Smart Telecon

    (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → assign the [Smart Telecon.] function to the desired key. Magnify an image by pressing the key to which you have assigned [Smart Telecon.]. The settings change each time you press the key. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 176: Zoom Func. On Ring

    When using the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom scale. When recording movies. When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. Selecting [Quick] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 177: White Balance

    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]. Related Topic Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 178: Priority Set In Awb

    Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 179: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode

    If you use a flash when capturing a shot, the custom white balance will be registered with the flash light. Shoot images with a flash when recalling a setting registered with the flash. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 180: Creative Style

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with this function, unlike with [Scene Selection], where the product adjusts the exposure.
  • Page 181 Neutral: The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer. Clear: For shooting images in clear tones with limpid colors in highlight, suitable for capturing radiant light. Deep: For shooting images with deep and dense colors, suitable for capturing the solid presence of the subject.
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  • Page 183: Picture Effect

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.
  • Page 184 Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function is not available. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 185: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)

    Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. Note Soft Skin Effect] is not available when [ Quality] is [RAW]. Soft Skin Effect] is not available for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 186: Auto Obj. Framing (Still Image)

    [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. Other zoom functions than the optical zoom When shooting in Manual Focus mode [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 187: Color Space (Still Image)

    Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 188: Release W/O Card

    Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 189 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Shutter Type (still image) You can set whether to shoot with a mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. MENU→ (Camera Settings2)→[ Shutter Type]→desired setting. Menu item details Auto: The shutter type is automatically switched based on the shooting conditions and shutter speed.
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  • Page 191: Steadyshot (Still Image)

    MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [ SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [ SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set the camera to [Off] when using a tripod. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 192: Long Exposure Nr (Still Image)

    Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera may not perform noise reduction, even if the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 193: High Iso Nr (Still Image)

    [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ Quality] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 194: Smile/Face Detect

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function.
  • Page 195 The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. If the product cannot detect a smile, adjust the Smile Detection Sensitivity. If you track a face using [Lock-on AF] while executing Smile Shutter function, Smile Detection is performed only for that face. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 196: Face Registration (New Registration)

    Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Smile/Face Detect. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 197: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

    When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Smile/Face Detect. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 198: Face Registration (Delete)

    If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 199: Using Flash

    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 200 Related Topic Flash Mode Wireless flash shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 201: Red-Eye Reduction

    Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 202: Flash Mode

    The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. The [Wireless] setting cannot be used with the camera’s built-in flash. Related Topic Using flash Wireless flash shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 203: Flash Comp

    The higher flash effect (+ side) may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect (- side) may not be visible. Related Topic Using flash 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 204: Wireless Flash Shooting

    For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 205: Shooting Movies

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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 206 If the display mode of the monitor is set to [For viewfinder], the display mode will switch to [Display All Info.] when movie shooting starts. Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to a computer. Related Topic MOVIE Button Movie w/ shutter File Format (movie) Recordable movie times Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Focus Area 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 207: Movie W/ Shutter

    When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can still start or stop recording movies using the MOVIE button. When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Related Topic Shooting movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 208: Movie Recording Formats

    The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time. Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) AVCHD format 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 209: File Format (Movie)

    2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 210: Record Setting (Movie)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. Menu item details...
  • Page 211 Blu-ray Disc. [120p]/[100p] cannot be selected for the following settings. [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Related Topic Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 212 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) By shooting with a higher frame rate than the recording format, you can record a smooth super-slow-motion movie. Set the mode dial to (High Frame Rate). The shooting setting screen will be displayed.

  • Page 213: Frame Rate

    Menu item details Record Setting : Selects the frame rate of the movie from [60p 50M]/[50p 50M], [30p 50M]/[25p 50M], and [24p 50M*]. * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. Frame Rate : Selects the shooting frame rate from [240fps]/[250fps], [480fps]/[500fps], and [960fps]/[1000fps]. Priority Setting : Select from [Quality Priority] which prioritizes the image quality and [Shoot Time Priority] which prioritizes the duration of time of the movie.

  • Page 214: Playback Speed

    End Trigger End Trigger Half (A): The point when the MOVIE button is pressed (B): Recorded section (C): Recording to memory card in progress (You cannot start the next session of shooting.) (D): Buffering in progress To redo shooting You can cancel recording by selecting [Cancel] on the screen. However, the movie recorded up to the point you cancelled will be saved.

  • Page 215: Playback Time

    It may take time for recording to finish after you press the MOVIE button. Wait until the screen switches to the shooting standby screen to start the next shooting. Related Topic Movie recording formats Memory cards that can be used HFR (High Frame Rate): Exposure Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 216 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) You can capture still images while recording movies without stopping recording. Use Dual Rec when you want to record both movies and still images at the same time.
  • Page 217 Shooting still images Shooting movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 218 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Quality(Dual Rec) Selects the quality of still images to be shot while recording movies. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Quality(Dual Rec)] → desired setting. Menu item details Extra fine/Fine/Standard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 219 Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Img. Size(Dual Rec) Selects the size of still images to be shot while recording movies. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Img. Size(Dual Rec)] → desired setting. Menu item details L: 17M/M: 7.5M/S: 4.2M 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 220 Even when [Auto Dual Rec] is set to On, you can record still images by pressing the shutter button. Note Depending on the recording conditions, still images may not be shot with the optimal timing. Related Topic Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) Auto Obj. Framing (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 221: Proxy Recording

    Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 222: Audio Recording

    Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 223: Audio Level Display

    When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During High Frame Rate shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 224: Audio Rec Level

    [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during High Frame Rate shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 225: Audio Out Timing

    Outputs audio without delay. Select this setting when audio deviation is a problem during audio monitoring. Lip Sync: Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 226: Wind Noise Reduct

    Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 227: Picture Profile

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to http://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
  • Page 228 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
  • Page 229 Color Phase Sets the color phase. (-7 to +7) Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side.
  • Page 230 S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut. Related Topic Gamma Disp. Assist...

  • Page 231: Gamma Disp. Assist

    When [Gamma Disp. Assist] is set to [Auto] during playback, the picture is displayed based on the current gamma setting in [Picture Profile] instead of auto-detecting the gamma value of the movie. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 232: Auto Slow Shut. (Movie)

    Note Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations: During High Frame Rate shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 233: Af Drive Speed (Movie)

    Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. Note When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], [ AF drive speed] cannot be used. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 234: Af Track Sens (Movie)

    Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. Note When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], [ AF Track Sens] cannot be used. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 235: Steadyshot (Movie)

    Does not use [ SteadyShot]. Note If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. [Intelligent Active] and [Active] cannot be selected when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 236 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
  • Page 237 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 238: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch

    Press the key to which [TC/UB Disp. Switch] is assigned. Each time you press the key, the monitor display will switch from the movie recording time counter → time code (TC) → user bit (UB), in that order. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 239: Movie Button

    Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. (except when the mode dial is set to (High Frame Rate).) Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [ Movie] mode. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 240: Marker Display (Movie)

    The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to ( Movie) or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 241: Marker Settings (Movie)

    Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 242: Output Sel. (Movie)

    File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and the camera is connected via HDMI, the following functions are not available. [Smile/Face Detect.] [Center Lock-on AF] Related Topic HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 243: Video Light Mode

    The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 244: Playing Back Still Images

    You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand. Related Topic Recover Image DB 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 245: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)

    You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Init. Mag. Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 246: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)

    Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 247: Rotating An Image (Rotate)

    You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 248: Playing Back Panoramic Images

    To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU button. Note Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 249: Enlarge Init. Mag

    Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 250: Enlarge Initial Pos

    Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Init. Mag. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 251: Playing Back Movies

    “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause. Movie files recorded using other products may not be able to be playable on this camera. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Motion Shot Video 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 252: Motion Shot Video

    You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file. If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product may fail to create the image. Related Topic Motion Interval ADJ 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 253 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Motion Interval ADJ You can adjust the interval of the tracking of the subject’s motion. MENU → (Playback) → [Motion Interval ADJ] → desired setting. Related Topic Motion Shot Video 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 254: Volume Settings

    Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 255: Photo Capture

    Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 256: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)

    While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 257: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)

    Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 258: Disp Cont Shoot Grp

    [Disp Cont Shoot Grp] is set to [On]. If you delete the continuous shooting group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 259: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)

    Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 260: Protecting Images (Protect)

    If you select a continuous shooting group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 261: Specifying Images To Be Printed (Specify Printing)

    The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 262: 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. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 263: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)

    [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 264: Delete Confirm

    You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 265: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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.
  • Page 266 You can connect this product to Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices with a USB terminal using the supplied micro USB cable. The PhotoTV HD allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors.

  • Page 267: Items That Can Be Registered

    For some functions, the position of the dial and the setting actually used for shooting may not match. If this happens, shoot images by referring to the information displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 268: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg Cust Shoot Set)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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 269 Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 270: Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(Pb)

    Custom Button 2 AEL Button Button Control Wheel/Center Button/Down Button/Left Button/Right Button Custom Button 3 Select the function to be assigned. The functions that can be assigned differ depending on the keys. Related Topic Focus Standard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 271: Function Menu Set

    You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 272 (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Ring Rotate]. You can change the zoom function assigned to the lens ring by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Func. on Ring]. Related Topic Focus Ring Rotate Zoom Ring Rotate Zoom Func. on Ring 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 273: Dial / Wheel Lock

    Does not lock the control dial or control wheel even if you press and hold the Fn (Function) button. Hint You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note When [ AF Area Regist.] is set to [On], [Dial / Wheel Lock] is fixed to [Unlock]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 274 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 275 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move 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. Related Topic Add Item 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 276: Delete Item

    To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 277: Delete Page

    Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 278: Delete All

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 279: Auto Review

    When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 280: Live View Display

    [Sweep Panorama] [Movie] [High Frame Rate] [Scene Selection] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 281 Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or duplicated images. Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 282 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 283: Deactivate Monitor

    Even if you perform [Deactivate Monitor], the backlight of monitor remains on. To turn off the backlight, switch the monitor mode to viewfinder mode using the [FINDER/MONITOR] function. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) FINDER/MONITOR 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 284: Monitor Brightness

    File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. During High Frame Rate shooting The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when shooting a movie using the Wi-Fi functions. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 285: Viewfinder Bright

    The electronic viewfinder brightness cannot be adjusted in the following situations. The maximum brightness will be [±0]. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. During High Frame Rate shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 286: Finder Color Temp

    (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 287: Display Quality

    (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 288: Bright Monitoring

    When [Focus Magnifier] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change. Related Topic Live View Display 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 289 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 290: File Number

    The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001". (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 291: Set File Name

    Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 292: Display Media Info

    DSC-RX10M4 Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 293: 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 You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic Folder Name 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 294: New Folder

    When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 295: Folder Name

    The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10070405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2017) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 296: Recover Image Db

    If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 297: Audio Signals

    Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Shutter: Only the shutter sound is produced. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 298: Write Date (Still Image)

    The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the images using PCs or printers. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. Write Date] is not available for RAW images. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 299 Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 300: Mode Dial Guide

    You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. MENU → (Setup) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off: Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 301: Pwr Save Start Time

    Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time. The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 302: Ntsc/Pal Selector

    If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 303: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Resolution

    Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 304: Hdmi Settings: 24P/60P Output (Movie) (Only For 1080 60I Compatible Models)

    Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. When [ Record Setting] is set to other than [24p 50M], this setting is canceled, and HDMI video is output according to the [HDMI Resolution] settings. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 305: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Info. Display

    When this product is connected to a 4K-compatible TV, [Off] is selected automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 306: Hdmi Settings: Tc Output (Movie)

    Time code is not output to other devices. 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]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 307: Hdmi Settings: Rec Control (Movie)

    TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 308: Hdmi Settings: Ctrl For Hdmi

    If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 309: Usb Connection

    It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 310: Usb Lun Setting

    Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 311: Usb Power Supply

    Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 312: Pc Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest

    [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 313: Pc Remote Settings: Raw+J Pc Save Img

    Transfers only RAW files to the computer. Note [RAW+J PC Save Img] can be set only when [ Quality] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic USB Connection Quality (still image) PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 314 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 315: Date/Time Setup

    To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 316: Area Setting

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 317: Copyright Info

    In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
  • Page 318 (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. The use of a sufficiently charged battery or the AC Adaptor (sold separately) is recommended. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 319: Demo Mode

    Does not show the demonstration. Note You can set this item only when the product is powered by the AC Adaptor (supplied). When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 320: Setting Reset

    Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 321: Playmemories Mobile

    PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. 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/). Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 322: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Remote)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled Android smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 323 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Airplane Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 324: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Qr Code)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the QR code. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 325 When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. If you cannot connect your smartphone to this product using the [One-touch(NFC)] function or QR code, use the SSID and password. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 326: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Ssid)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the SSID and password. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 327 Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 328: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Qr Code)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 329 Install the profile (setting information) by following the instructions shown on the iPhone or iPad screen and select [OK]. The profile will be installed to the iPhone or iPad. If you have activated the passcode lock function for your iPhone or iPad, you will need to enter the passcode. Enter the passcode that you set for your iPhone or iPad.
  • Page 330 When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. If you cannot connect your iPhone or iPad to this product using the QR code, use the SSID and password. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 331: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Ssid)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) You can control the camera using an iPhone or iPad by connecting the iPhone or iPad to the camera using the SSID and password. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 332 Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 333: Snd To Smrtphn Func: Send To Smartphone

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, or high-frame-rate movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
  • Page 334 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 335: Snd To Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (Proxy Movies)

    While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 336: Sending Images To An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Sharing)

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, and high- frame-rate movies.
  • Page 337 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 338: Send To Computer

    If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 339: Slideshow Settings

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
  • Page 340 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 341: Loc. Info. Link Set

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Loc. Info. Link Set. 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.
  • Page 342 Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/ 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.
  • Page 343 As of September 2017. For the latest information, refer to the support site. For the Bluetooth version, refer to the website for your smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Mobile Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 344: Airplane Mode

    When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 345: Wi-Fi Settings: Wps Push

    In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 346: Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
  • Page 347 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 348: Wi-Fi Settings: Disp Mac Address

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 349: Wi-Fi Settings: Ssid/Pw Reset

    Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 350: Edit Device Name

    You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 351: Reset Network Set

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 352: Recommended Computer Environment

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 353: Software For Mac Computers

    Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The software that can be used varies depending on the region. Related Topic Send to Computer 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 354: Playmemories Home

    You can upload images to a network service. (An Internet connection is required.) You can import images recorded with location information to a computer and view them on a map. For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 355: Installing Playmemories Home

    Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 356: Connecting To A Computer

    If you connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On], power is supplied from your computer. (Default setting: [On]) Related Topic USB Connection USB LUN Setting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 357: Importing Images To The Computer Without Using Playmemories Home

    Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies or XAVC S movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 358: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    On Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the micro USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 359: Image Data Converter

    You can either save the still image as RAW format or save it in the general file format. You can display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images recorded by this product. You can rank images in five grades. You can apply color labels. Related Topic Installing Image Data Converter 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 360: Installing Image Data Converter

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Installing Image Data Converter Download and install the software by accessing the following URL. Windows http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note Log on as Administrator. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 361: Remote Camera Control

    (Setup) → [USB Connection] → [PC Remote]. For details on how to use Remote Camera Control, refer to the Help. Related Topic Installing Remote Camera Control USB Connection PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 362: Installing Remote Camera Control

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Installing Remote Camera Control Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 363: Selecting A Disc To Be Created

    A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 3, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high- definition image quality (HD) disc.
  • Page 364 Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 365: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies

    DSC-RX10M4 Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 366: Creating Dvd Discs (Avchd Recording Discs) From High-Definition Image Quality Movies

    You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD-compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 367: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies

    For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. Related Topic Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 368 Select an icon at the top of the screen (A) and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU item. You can go back to the previous screen by pressing the MENU button (B). Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. Related Topic Tile Menu 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 370: Menu Item Details

    You cannot apply [Auto HDR] or [Picture Effect] functions with RAW images. Note If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 371 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Image Size (still image) 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.
  • Page 372 Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 373 An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that does not support high definition 16:9: An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that supports high definition 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 374 Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 Related Topic Sweep Panorama Panorama: Direction 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 375 Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom. Related Topic Sweep Panorama 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 376 Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera may not perform noise reduction, even if the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 377 [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ Quality] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 378 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 379 (overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded. For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 380 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection). Turn the control dial to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject.
  • Page 381 Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash.
  • Page 382 Hint To change the scene, rotate the control dial on the shooting screen and select a new scene. Related Topic Using flash 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 383 Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action] is selected, [Single Shooting] cannot be performed. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 384 Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 385 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 386 For some functions, the position of the dial and the setting actually used for shooting may not match. If this happens, shoot images by referring to the information displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 387 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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 388 Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 389 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 390 Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Swt. V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 391 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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).
  • Page 392 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 393 If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 394 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Center Lock-on AF When you press the center of the control wheel, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On].
  • Page 395 Related Topic Focus Standard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 396 The auto focus operates when you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: The auto focus does not operate even if you press the shutter button halfway down. Related Topic AF On Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 397 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 398 The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Regist.] is set to [On], the [Dial / Wheel Lock] setting is locked to [Unlock]. Related Topic Focus Area Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 399 Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Reg. AF Area) Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Regist.]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Reg. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 400 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 401 Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 402 File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], Phase Detection AF cannot be used. Only Contrast AF is available. When recording movies, the Phase Detection AF area will not be displayed. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 403 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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 404 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 405 Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 406: Menu Item Details

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ISO] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi Frame NR: Combines continuous shots to create an image with less noise.
  • Page 407 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 408 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash] or [Wireless]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 409 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details 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 410 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 411 When [Focus Area] is set to [Lock-on AF: Flexible Spot] or [Lock-on AF:Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the Lock-on AF start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 412 Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 413 If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 414 The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. The [Wireless] setting cannot be used with the camera’s built-in flash. Related Topic Using flash Wireless flash shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 415 The higher flash effect (+ side) may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect (- side) may not be visible. Related Topic Using flash 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 416 (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 417 Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 418 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]. Related Topic Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 419 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 420 Record Setting] is set to [120p 100M], [100p 100M], [120p 60M], or [100p 60M], [DRO/Auto HDR] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 421 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 422 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with this function, unlike with [Scene Selection], where the product adjusts the exposure.
  • Page 423 Neutral: The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer. Clear: For shooting images in clear tones with limpid colors in highlight, suitable for capturing radiant light. Deep: For shooting images with deep and dense colors, suitable for capturing the solid presence of the subject.
  • Page 424 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 425 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.
  • Page 426 Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function is not available. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 427 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to http://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
  • Page 428 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
  • Page 429 Color Phase Sets the color phase. (-7 to +7) Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side.
  • Page 430 S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut. Related Topic Gamma Disp. Assist...
  • Page 431 Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. Note Soft Skin Effect] is not available when [ Quality] is [RAW]. Soft Skin Effect] is not available for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 432 To exit the focus magnifier function, double-tap the monitor again. You can also exit the focus magnifier function by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Related Topic MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Touch Operation 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 434: Menu Item Details

    2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 435 (Camera Settings1) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.3: Displays a 5.3-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 436 You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. Note You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 437 Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Color 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 438 (Camera Settings1) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Level 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 439 Menu item details Left /Right Assigns longer-distance focus to counterclockwise rotation and shorter-distance focus to clockwise rotation. Right /Left Assigns longer-distance focus to clockwise rotation and shorter-distance focus to counterclockwise rotation. Related Topic Lens Ring Setup 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 440 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function.
  • Page 441 The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. If the product cannot detect a smile, adjust the Smile Detection Sensitivity. If you track a face using [Lock-on AF] while executing Smile Shutter function, Smile Detection is performed only for that face. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 442 Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Smile/Face Detect. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 443 When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Smile/Face Detect. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 444 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 445 [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. Other zoom functions than the optical zoom When shooting in Manual Focus mode [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 446 When you adjust the aperture using the aperture ring while recording a movie, set the Aperture Click Switch to “OFF.” If you change the aperture value while shooting a movie with the Aperture Click Switch set to “ON,” the sound of the aperture ring will be recorded. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 447 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 448 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 449 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. Menu item details...
  • Page 450 Blu-ray Disc. [120p]/[100p] cannot be selected for the following settings. [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Related Topic Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 451 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) By shooting with a higher frame rate than the recording format, you can record a smooth super-slow-motion movie. Set the mode dial to (High Frame Rate). The shooting setting screen will be displayed.
  • Page 452 Menu item details Record Setting : Selects the frame rate of the movie from [60p 50M]/[50p 50M], [30p 50M]/[25p 50M], and [24p 50M*]. * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. Frame Rate : Selects the shooting frame rate from [240fps]/[250fps], [480fps]/[500fps], and [960fps]/[1000fps]. Priority Setting : Select from [Quality Priority] which prioritizes the image quality and [Shoot Time Priority] which prioritizes the duration of time of the movie.
  • Page 453 End Trigger End Trigger Half (A): The point when the MOVIE button is pressed (B): Recorded section (C): Recording to memory card in progress (You cannot start the next session of shooting.) (D): Buffering in progress To redo shooting You can cancel recording by selecting [Cancel] on the screen. However, the movie recorded up to the point you cancelled will be saved.
  • Page 454 It may take time for recording to finish after you press the MOVIE button. Wait until the screen switches to the shooting standby screen to start the next shooting. Related Topic Movie recording formats Memory cards that can be used HFR (High Frame Rate): Exposure Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 455 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) You can capture still images while recording movies without stopping recording. Use Dual Rec when you want to record both movies and still images at the same time.
  • Page 456 Shooting still images Shooting movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 457 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Quality(Dual Rec) Selects the quality of still images to be shot while recording movies. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Quality(Dual Rec)] → desired setting. Menu item details Extra fine/Fine/Standard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 458 Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Img. Size(Dual Rec) Selects the size of still images to be shot while recording movies. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Img. Size(Dual Rec)] → desired setting. Menu item details L: 17M/M: 7.5M/S: 4.2M 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 459 Even when [Auto Dual Rec] is set to On, you can record still images by pressing the shutter button. Note Depending on the recording conditions, still images may not be shot with the optimal timing. Related Topic Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) Auto Obj. Framing (still image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 460 Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 461 Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. Note When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], [ AF drive speed] cannot be used. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 462 Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. Note When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], [ AF Track Sens] cannot be used. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 463 Note Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations: During High Frame Rate shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 464 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 465 [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during High Frame Rate shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 466 When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During High Frame Rate shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 467 Outputs audio without delay. Select this setting when audio deviation is a problem during audio monitoring. Lip Sync: Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 468 Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 469 Does not use [ SteadyShot]. Note If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. [Intelligent Active] and [Active] cannot be selected when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 470 The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to ( Movie) or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 471 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 472 The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 473 When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can still start or stop recording movies using the MOVIE button. When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Related Topic Shooting movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 474 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Shutter Type (still image) You can set whether to shoot with a mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. MENU→ (Camera Settings2)→[ Shutter Type]→desired setting. Menu item details Auto: The shutter type is automatically switched based on the shooting conditions and shutter speed.
  • Page 475 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 476 Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 477 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [ SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [ SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set the camera to [Off] when using a tripod. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 478 Selects how much to zoom out with the [Zoom Assist] function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Rng. of Zoom Assist] → desired setting. Menu item details Zooms out a small amount. Zooms out a medium amount. Zooms out a large amount. Related Topic Zoom Assist 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 479 Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale Zoom Speed 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 480 The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera. Note Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. Related Topic Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 481 Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. Related Topic Lens Ring Setup 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 482 When using the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom scale. When recording movies. When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. Selecting [Quick] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 483 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
  • Page 484 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 485 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 486 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 487 Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or duplicated images. Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 488 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 489 [Sweep Panorama] [Movie] [High Frame Rate] [Scene Selection] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 490 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 491 Custom Button 2 AEL Button Button Control Wheel/Center Button/Down Button/Left Button/Right Button Custom Button 3 Select the function to be assigned. The functions that can be assigned differ depending on the keys. Related Topic Focus Standard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 492 You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 493: Focus Zoom

    (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Ring Rotate]. You can change the zoom function assigned to the lens ring by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Func. on Ring]. Related Topic Focus Ring Rotate Zoom Ring Rotate Zoom Func. on Ring 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 494 Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. (except when the mode dial is set to (High Frame Rate).) Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [ Movie] mode. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 495 Does not lock the control dial or control wheel even if you press and hold the Fn (Function) button. Hint You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note When [ AF Area Regist.] is set to [On], [Dial / Wheel Lock] is fixed to [Unlock]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 496 Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Shutter: Only the shutter sound is produced. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 497 The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the images using PCs or printers. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. Write Date] is not available for RAW images. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 498: Menu Item Details

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, or high-frame-rate movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
  • Page 499 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 500 While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 501 If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 502 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
  • Page 503 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 504: Ctrl W/ Smartphone

    Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 505 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 506 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 507 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
  • Page 508 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 509 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 510 Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 511: Bluetooth Settings

    Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone using PlayMemories Mobile. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Loc. Info. Link Set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 512 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Loc. Info. Link Set. 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.

  • Page 513: Menu Item Details

    Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/ 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.
  • Page 514 As of September 2017. For the latest information, refer to the support site. For the Bluetooth version, refer to the website for your smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Mobile Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 515 You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 516 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 517 [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 518 Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 519 While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 520 [Disp Cont Shoot Grp] is set to [On]. If you delete the continuous shooting group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 521 Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 522 Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 523 You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 524 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Init. Mag. Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 525 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 526 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Init. Mag. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 527 If you select a continuous shooting group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 528 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Motion Interval ADJ You can adjust the interval of the tracking of the subject’s motion. MENU → (Playback) → [Motion Interval ADJ] → desired setting. Related Topic Motion Shot Video 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 529 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 530 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 531 File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. During High Frame Rate shooting The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when shooting a movie using the Wi-Fi functions. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 532 The electronic viewfinder brightness cannot be adjusted in the following situations. The maximum brightness will be [±0]. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. During High Frame Rate shooting 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 533 (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 534 When [Gamma Disp. Assist] is set to [Auto] during playback, the picture is displayed based on the current gamma setting in [Picture Profile] instead of auto-detecting the gamma value of the movie. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 535 Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 536 Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 537 You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. MENU → (Setup) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off: Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 538 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 539 (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 540 Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time. The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 541 If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 542 Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Off: Deactivates all touch operations. Related Topic Touch Focus Touch Pad Settings 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 543 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU→ (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in V Orien.: Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting. You can prevent erroneous operations during vertically oriented shooting caused by your nose, etc.
  • Page 544 Related Topic Touch Operation 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 545 Does not show the demonstration. Note You can set this item only when the product is powered by the AC Adaptor (supplied). When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 546 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
  • Page 547 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 548 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 549 Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. When [ Record Setting] is set to other than [24p 50M], this setting is canceled, and HDMI video is output according to the [HDMI Resolution] settings. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 550 When this product is connected to a 4K-compatible TV, [Off] is selected automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 551 Time code is not output to other devices. 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]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 552 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 553 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 554 File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and the camera is connected via HDMI, the following functions are not available. [Smile/Face Detect.] [Center Lock-on AF] Related Topic HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 555 It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 556 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 557 Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 558 [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 559 Transfers only RAW files to the computer. Note [RAW+J PC Save Img] can be set only when [ Quality] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic USB Connection Quality (still image) PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 560 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 561 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 562 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 563 In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
  • Page 564 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 565 The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001". (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 566 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 567 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 You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic Folder Name 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 568 When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 569 The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10070405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2017) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 570 If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 571 DSC-RX10M4 Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 572 (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. The use of a sufficiently charged battery or the AC Adaptor (sold separately) is recommended. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 573 Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 574 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 575 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move 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. Related Topic Add Item 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 576 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 577 Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 578 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 579: On Operating Temperatures

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 Precautions Refer also to “Notes on using your camera” in the Instruction Manual (supplied) for this product. Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection.

  • Page 580: On Image Data Compatibility

    If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc. The camera uses magnetic parts including magnets. Do not bring objects affected by magnetism, including credit cards and floppy disks, close to the camera. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 581: Cleaning The Lens

    If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 582: Number Of Recordable Images

    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 583: Recordable Movie Times

    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. Notes on continuous movie recording High-quality movie recording and high-speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power.
  • Page 584 File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 585 Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 586: Avchd Format

    As the AVCHD format uses compression coding technology, the picture may be unstable in scenes where the screen, angle of view, or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 587: Notes On The License

    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. 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 588 XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. IOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems Inc.

  • Page 589: Troubleshooting

    Initialize the settings. 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/ Related Topic Self-diagnosis display Setting Reset 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 590: Self-Diagnosis Display

    A product malfunction has occurred. Initialize this product, then turn the power on again. E:94:□□ There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.

  • Page 591: Warning Messages

    Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M4 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. Unable to use memory card. Format? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [Enter] and then format the memory card.

  • Page 592: System Error

    There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error 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 593 Touch Focus You can select the subject to focus by the touch operation in the still image and movie recording modes. DSC-RX10M4 Accessories compatibility information This website provides the accessories compatibility information. (Another window will open.) 4-725-901-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

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