Page 1 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A330/A380 Preparing the camera...
Page 2: Electric Shock
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.
Page 3 • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery pack promptly described the instructions. Battery charger...
Page 4 Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSLR-A330 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address:16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
Page 5: For Customers In Europe
For Customers in Europe Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
Page 6 If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
Page 7: Notes On Using Your Camera
Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure • This camera has two modes for shooting: the Live View mode using the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder (OVF). • There may be differences between an image recorded in Live View mode and an image recorded in viewfinder mode, such as exposure, white balance, or D- range optimizer, depending on the...
Page 8 On the data specifications described in this Instruction Manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions, except as described in this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a fully charged battery pack.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Notes on using your camera ... 7 Preparing the Checking the accessories supplied ... 13 camera Preparing the battery pack ... 14 Attaching a lens ... 20 Inserting a memory card ... 22 Preparing the camera ... 25 Using the accessories supplied ...
Page 10 Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode) Shooting with the viewfinder (OVF) ... 68 Using the Selecting the focus method ... 76 shooting function Zooming in in one step ... 82 Using the flash ... 84 Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash ...
Page 11 Setting ISO ... 92 Adjusting the color tones (White balance) ... 93 Image processing ... 96 Using the viewing Playing back images ... 104 function Checking the information of recorded images ... 108 Protecting images (Protect) ... 111 Deleting images (Delete) ... 112 Viewing images on a TV screen ...
Page 12 Others Specifications ... 150 Troubleshooting ... 154 Warning messages ... 164 Precautions ... 167 Index ... 169...
Page 13: Preparing The Camera
Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VH1 Battery charger (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NP- FH50 (1) •...
Page 14: Preparing The Battery Pack
Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FH50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). Charging the battery pack The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged.
Page 15 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). Light on: Charging Light off: Normal charge completed One hour after the lamp is turned off: Full charge completed About charging time • Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F) is as follows.
Page 16 • When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack into the battery charger securely again. When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again, this may indicate a battery error or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted.
Page 17: Inserting The Charged Battery Pack
Inserting the charged battery pack While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. Close the battery cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow.
Page 18 To check the remaining battery level Set the power switch to ON and check the level on the LCD monitor. Battery level High What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera.
Page 19 • The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life.
Page 20: Attaching A Lens
Attaching a lens Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.
Page 21 To remove the lens Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Replace the packaging lid on the lens and attach the body cap to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them.
Page 22: Inserting A Memory Card
Inserting a memory card Only “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used with this camera. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camera. The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media are referred to as the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Page 23: Notes On Using Memory Cards
Close the memory card cover. To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is not lit, then open the memory card cover, and push the memory card once. Notes on using memory cards • Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. •...
Page 24 • The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media with a capacity up to 16 GB or the SD memory cards with a capacity up to 32 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this camera. • The memory cards formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with this camera.
Page 25: Preparing The Camera
Preparing the camera Setting up the date When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button.
Page 26 Verify that [OK] is selected, then press the center of the control button. To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. To set up the date/time again MENU button t 2 t [Date/Time setup]...
Page 27: Using The Accessories Supplied
Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 14) • Battery charger (page 14) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) (page 14) •...
Page 28 Using the eyepiece cover and eyecup You can prevent light from entering through the viewfinder and affecting the exposure. When the shutter is released without the use of the viewfinder in viewfinder mode, as in shooting with the self-timer, attach the eyepiece cover.
Page 29: Checking The Number Of Recordable Images
The table 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.
Page 30 DSLR-A330 Capacity Size Standard Fine RAW & JPEG SD memory card DSLR-A380 Capacity Size Standard Fine RAW & JPEG DSLR-A330 Capacity Size Standard Fine RAW & JPEG * When [Aspect ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above.
Page 31 The number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use.
Page 32: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning the LCD monitor Wipe the screen surface with a commercially available LCD cleaning kit to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens • When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust using a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution.
Page 33: Cleaning The Image Sensor
Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear on the photo image, depending on the shooting environment. If there is dust on the image sensor, use a commercially available blower and clean the image sensor following the steps below.
Page 34 Detach the lens (page 21). Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. • Do not touch the image sensor with the tip of the blower. Complete the cleaning quickly. • Hold the camera’s face downward to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera.
Page 35: Before Your Operation
Before your operation Identifying parts and screen indicators See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Front side Shutter button (48) Power switch (25) Control dial (61, 123) Self-timer lamp (100) Lens contacts* Remote sensor Mirror* Mount Built-in flash* (84) Image sensor position mark (78) Mode dial (48 –...
Page 36: Rear Side
Rear side Accessory shoe (87) Viewfinder* (68) MENU button (42) Eyepiece sensors (68, 127) LCD monitor (38, 44, 104, 108) Light sensor (126) Diopter-adjustment dial (69) LIVE VIEW/OVF switch (68) (Smart teleconverter) button (82) For shooting: (Exposure) button (88) For viewing: (Zoom in) button (105) Fn (Function) button (42)
Page 37: Sides/Bottom
Sides/Bottom HDMI terminal (114) Memory card switch Memory card cover “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media insertion slot (22) SD memory card insertion slot (22) (USB) terminal (132, 148) Access lamp (23) Hooks for shoulder strap (27) DC IN terminal • When connecting the AC- PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camera, turn the camera off, then plug the...
Page 38: Lcd Monitor
LCD monitor The indicators on the monitor are displayed as follows in Live View mode. For the indicators in viewfinder mode, see page 71. Display Indication Remaining battery (18) ×1.4 Smart teleconverter (82) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Memory card (22) Remaining number of recordable images (29)
Page 39 Display Indication Focus (77) 1/125 Shutter speed (62) F3.5 Aperture (60) EV scale (65, 102) Camera shake warning (46) SteadyShot scale (46) To switch the recording information display Each time you press DISP on the control button, the screen changes as follows. Indicators on Histogram on Histogram (page 89)
Page 40: Selecting A Function/Setting
Selecting a function/setting You can select a function for shooting or playback from the menu list. To display the menu list, press the control button, Fn (Function) button, or MENU button. Example: When the Fn button is pressed. From the menu list, use the control button to move the cursor to the setting of your choice and execute the selection.
Page 41: The Functions Selected By The Control Button
Select [White balance] with v/V/ b/B on the control button, then press the center z to execute. Following the operation guide, select and execute the desired function. For example, to change v/V, adjust the value to +/– with b/B, then press the center z to execute. The operation guide list The operation guide also indicates operations other than the control button operation.
Page 42: The Functions Selected By The Fn (Function) Button
• Continuous adv. (page 99) • Self-timer (page 100) • Self-timer(Cont.) (page 100) • Bracket: Cont. (page 101) • Remote Commander (page 103) The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button This button calls up the screens that are used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shooting or viewing.
Page 43 Playback menu Delete (112) Format (121) Slide show (107) Protect (111) Specify Printing (145) PlaybackDisplay (104) Setup menu LCD brightness (126) Power Save (LV) (124) Power Save (OVF) (124) CTRL FOR HDMI (116) Display Color (124) Help Guide disp. (124) USB connection (132, 147) Audio signals (124) Pixel mapping (158)
Page 44: Shooting Images
Shooting images Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor to meet various shooting situations. You can shoot from various shooting positions. Low position High position Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle.
Page 45: Shooting An Image Without Camera Shake
Shooting an image without camera shake “Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shutter button has been pressed, resulting in a blurred image. To reduce camera shake, follow the instructions below. Correct posture Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the camera from moving.
Page 46: Using The Steadyshot Function
Point Lightly tuck your elbows against your body. When shooting in a kneeling position, steady your upper body by placing your elbow on your knee. Camera shake warning indicator Due to potential camera shake, the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes. In this case, use a tripod or the flash.
Page 47: Using A Tripod
Note • The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on or when the shutter button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway. Wait for the and then press the shutter button down slowly. Using a tripod In the following cases, we recommend that you mount the camera on a tripod.
Page 48: Shooting With The Automatic Setting
Shooting with the automatic setting The “AUTO” mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. Select when shooting in a location where the use of a flash is restricted. When you turn the mode dial, the explanation of the selected mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.).
Page 49 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, z or (Focus indicator) lights up (page 77). Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. • Pressing the shutter button after the (SteadyShot scale) indicator becomes low makes the SteadyShot function more effective.
Page 50: Shooting With A Suitable Setting For The Subject (Scene Selection)
Shooting with a suitable setting for the subject (Scene Selection) Selecting an appropriate mode for the subject or the shooting conditions allows you to shoot the image with a suitable setting for the subject. When you turn the mode dial, the explanation of the selected mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.).
Page 51: Taking Portrait Photos
Taking portrait photos This mode is suitable for Blurring away backgrounds and sharpening the subject. Expressing skin tones softly. Set the mode dial to Shooting techniques • To blur the background more, set the lens to the telephoto position. • You can shoot a vivid image by focusing on the eye that is closer to the lens.
Page 52: Taking Landscape Photos
Taking landscape photos This mode is suitable for Shooting the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Set the mode dial to Shooting techniques • To accentuate the openness of the scenery, set the lens to wide angle. •...
Page 53: Taking Small-Subject Photos
Taking small-subject photos This mode is suitable for Shooting close subjects such as flowers, insects, dishes, or small goods. Set the mode dial to Shooting techniques • Get close to the subject and shoot at the minimum distance of the lens. •...
Page 54: Taking Moving-Subject Photos
Taking moving-subject photos This mode is suitable for Shooting moving subjects outdoors or in bright places. Set the mode dial to Shooting techniques • The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. • Press and hold the shutter button halfway down until the right moment. •...
Page 55: Taking Sunset Photos
Taking sunset photos This mode is suitable for Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully. Set the mode dial to Shooting techniques • Used to shoot an image accentuating the red color compared with other modes. This is also suitable for shooting the beautiful red of the sunrise. •...
Page 56: Taking Night View Photos
Taking night view photos This mode is suitable for Shooting portraits in night scenes. Shooting night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. Set the mode dial to Set the flash mode to persons (page 84). Shooting techniques •...
Page 57: Shooting An Image The Way You Want It (Exposure Mode)
Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode) With a single lens reflex camera, you can adjust the shutter speed (how long the shutter is open) and aperture (the range that is in focus: depth of field) to enjoy a variety of photographic expressions. For example, you can use a fast shutter speed to shoot the ephemeral shape of a wave, or you can accentuate a flower by opening the aperture to put everything in front of and beyond the flower out of focus.
Page 58 When you turn the mode dial, the explanation of the selected mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.). You can clear the Help Guide (page 124).
Page 59: Shooting With Program Auto
Shooting with program auto This mode is suitable for Using the automatic exposure, while keeping the custom settings for ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer, etc. Set the mode dial to P. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings (pages 76 to 103).
Page 60: Shooting By Controlling The Blur Of The Background (Aperture Priority)
Shooting by controlling the blur of the background (Aperture priority) This mode is suitable for Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur everything in front of and beyond the subject. Opening the aperture narrows the range that is in focus.
Page 61 Select the aperture value (F- number) with the control dial. • Smaller F-number: The foreground and background of the subject are blurred. Larger F-number: The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus. • You cannot check the blurring of an image on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.
Page 62: Shooting A Moving Subject With Various Expressions (Shutter Speed Priority)
Shooting a moving subject with various expressions (Shutter speed priority) This mode is suitable for Shooting a moving subject at a moment in time. Use a faster shutter speed to crisply shoot an instant of the movement. Tracing the movement to express the dynamism and flow.
Page 63: Control Dial
Select the shutter speed with the control dial. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected shutter speed, the aperture value flashes.
Page 64: Shooting With The Exposure Adjusted Manually (Manual Exposure)
Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually (Manual exposure) This mode is suitable for Shooting with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. Set the mode dial to M. Rotate the control dial to adjust the shutter speed, and while pressing the button, rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture.
Page 65 Shoot the image after the exposure is set. • Check the exposure value on the EV scale. Toward +: Images become brighter. Toward –: Images become darker. The b B arrow appears if the set exposure is beyond the range of the EV scale.
Page 66: Shooting Trails With Long Exposure (Bulb)
Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB) This mode is suitable for Shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. Shooting trails of stars. Set the mode dial to M. Rotate the control dial to the left until [BULB] is indicated. While pressing the rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture (F-number).
Page 67 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting. As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open. Shooting techniques • Use a tripod. •...
Page 68: Shooting With The Viewfinder (Ovf)
Shooting with the viewfinder (OVF) You can select either the LCD monitor (Live View) or the viewfinder (OVF) to shoot images. Switching to the viewfinder Set the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch to “OVF.” The screen status changes as follows: Viewfinder display When you look into the viewfinder, the subject inside the focus area comes into focus automatically (Eye-Start AF).
Page 69: Adjusting The Focus Of The Finder (Diopter Adjustment)
Adjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment) Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the indicators appear clearly in the viewfinder. • Turn the dial toward + when you are far- sighted, toward – when you are near-sighted. •...
Page 70: Switching The Recording Information Display (Disp)
Switching the recording information display (DISP) Press DISP on the control button to switch between the Graphic Display and the Standard Display. When you rotate the camera to a vertical position, the display automatically rotates to adjust to the camera position. Graphic Display (Default setting) Standard Display...
Page 71: Lcd Monitor (Graphic Display)
LCD monitor (Graphic Display) The Graphic Display graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value and clearly illustrates how the exposure works. In AUTO or Scene Selection mode, only the items that can be set are displayed. See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
Page 72 Display Indication Remaining battery (18) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Memory card (22) Remaining number of recordable images (29)
Page 73: Lcd Monitor (Standard Display)
LCD monitor (Standard Display) See pages in parentheses for details of operation. In AUTO or Scene Selection mode Display Indication P A S M Mode dial (48 – 67) 1/125 Shutter speed (62) F5.6 Aperture (60) +2.0 Exposure (88) SteadyShot (46) Display Indication Flash mode (84)/Red-eye...
Page 74 Display Indication Remaining battery (18) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Memory card (22) Remaining number of recordable images (29)
Page 75: Viewfinder
Viewfinder Display Indication AF area (80) Shooting area for aspect ratio 16:9 (118) Display Indication Flash compensation (90) Flash charging (84) Wireless flash (87) High-speed sync* Manual focus (81) Focus Shutter speed (62) Aperture (60) EV scale (65, 102) “Shooting unavailable” warning (99) Camera shake warning (46)
Page 76: Using The Shooting Function
Selecting the focus method There are two methods for adjusting the focus: autofocus and manual focus. Depending on the lens, the method for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is different. The switch to be The type of lens used The lens is Lens (Always set...
Page 77 Press the shutter button halfway down to check the focus and shoot the image. • When the focus is confirmed, the focus indicator changes to z or • The green frames are indicated at an area where the focus has been confirmed.
Page 78: Shooting With Your Desired Composition (Focus-Lock)
To measure the exact distance to the subject mark located on the top of the camera shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line.
Page 79: Selecting The Focus Method To Suit The Movement Of The Subject (Autofocus Mode)
Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the subject (Autofocus mode) Fn button t [Autofocus mode] t Select the desired setting (Single-shot The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. (Automatic AF) The [Autofocus mode] is switched between Single-shot AF and Continuous AF according to the movement of the subject.
Page 80: Selecting The Focus Area (Af Area)
Selecting the focus area (AF area) Select the desired AF area to suit the shooting conditions or your preference. The green frames are indicated at an area where the focus has been confirmed. • The area used for focusing is illuminated briefly in viewfinder mode.
Page 81: Adjusting The Focus Manually (Manual Focus)
Adjusting the focus manually (Manual focus) When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF. When the lens is not equipped with the focus mode switch, set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF.
Page 82: Zooming In In One Step
Zooming in in one step You can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter (Digital zoom) and record the image. Set the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch to “LIVE VIEW.” Press the button. • Each time you press the zoom scaling changes as follows: Approx.
Page 83 • When the smart teleconverter is available, [Metering mode] is set to (Multi segment).
Page 84: Using The Flash
Using the flash In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject. When the mode dial is set to AUTO, the flash pops up automatically if it is dark or you are shooting into the light.
Page 85 (Flash Off) Does not fire even if it is dark. (Autoflash) Fires if it is dark or against light. (Fill-flash) Fires every time you trigger the shutter. (Slow sync.) Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed.
Page 86 The flash range The range of the built-in flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. Refer to the following table. Aperture F2.8 AUTO 1.4 – 7.1 m (4.6 – 23 setting feet) 1 – 3.6 m (3.3 – 11 feet) 1 –...
Page 87: Performing Wireless Flash Shooting
Performing wireless flash shooting With an external wireless flash (sold separately), you can shoot with the flash without a cord when the external flash is not attached to the camera. By changing the position of the flash, you can shoot an image with a three dimensional feel by highlighting the contrast of light and shadow on the subject.
Page 88: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Image (Exposure, Flash Compensation, Metering)
Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash compensation, Metering) Using brightness compensation for the entire image (Exposure compensation) Except for recording mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic exposure). Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic exposure, you can perform exposure compensation by shifting the exposure to either the + side or the –...
Page 89 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. Shooting techniques • Adjust the compensation level by checking the recorded image. • Using bracket shooting, you can shoot multiple images with the exposure shifted to the plus or minus sides (page 101). Note •...
Page 90: Adjusting The Amount Of Flash Light (Flash Compensation)
Notes • The histogram displayed in Live View mode does not indicate the final recorded image. It indicates the condition of the image just monitored on the LCD monitor. The histogram will differ based on aperture setting, etc. • The histogram differs between shooting and playback in the following situations: –...
Page 91: Selecting The Method For Measuring The Brightness Of A Subject (Metering Mode)
Selecting the method for measuring the brightness of a subject (Metering mode) Fn button t [Metering mode] t Select the desired mode (Multi segment) This mode measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen.
Page 92: Setting Iso
Setting ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. Press ISO on the control button to display the ISO screen. Select the desired value with v/V on the control button. •...
Page 93: Adjusting The Color Tones (White Balance)
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the light source. The table below shows how the color tone changes based on various light sources, compared with a subject that appears white under the sunlight.
Page 94: Registering The Color Tones (Custom White Balance)
AWB (Auto WB) The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color tones. (Daylight) If you select an option to suit a specific light source, the color tones are adjusted for the light source (preset white balance). (Shade) (Cloudy) (Tungsten) (Fluorescent)
Page 95 Press the center of the control button. The monitor returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained. • The custom white balance setting registered in this operation is effective until a new setting is registered. Note •...
Page 96: Image Processing
Image processing Correcting the brightness of the image (D-Range Optimizer) Fn button t [D-RangeOptimizer] t Select the desired setting (Off) No optimization. (Standard) When there is a sharp contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, which is common when shooting into the sun, the camera attenuates the contrast across the entire image to produce an image with proper brightness and contrast.
Page 97 (Standard) For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. (Vivid) The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. (Portrait) For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited to shooting portraits.
Page 98: Changing The Range Of Color Reproduction (Color Space)
Changing the range of color reproduction (Color Space) The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space, depending on your purpose. MENU button t setting sRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera.
Page 99: Selecting The Drive Mode
Selecting the drive mode This camera has five drive modes, such as single-shot advanced, and continuous advanced. Use them to suit your purpose. Shooting single shot This mode is for normal shooting. on the control button t (Single-shot adv.) Note •...
Page 100: Using The Self-Timer
Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. • When you press and hold the shutter button, the recording continues. The maximum number of continuous shots The number of continuous shooting images obtainable has an upper limit. Fine/Standard No limit (Until the memory card is full) RAW &...
Page 101: Shooting Images With The Exposure Shifted (Exposure Bracket)
Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. • When the self-timer is activated, audio signals and the self-timer lamp indicate the condition. The self-timer lamp flashes quickly and the audio signal sounds quickly right before the shooting. To cancel the self-timer Press on the control button.
Page 102 * (Bracket: Shoots three images with the exposure shifted by a selected Cont.) step. Press and hold the shutter button until the recording stops. When the flash is fired, press the shutter button shot by shot. * _ EV displayed with Notes •...
Page 103: Shooting With The Remote Commander
• In viewfinder mode, if the shutter button is pressed halfway down and released, “br 1” appears. “Fbr 1” appears for the flash bracket. When flash bracket shooting starts, it indicates what number the next frame is, for instance, “Fbr 2,” “Fbr 3.” Shooting with the Remote Commander You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC (the shutter is released after 2 seconds) buttons on the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander...
Page 104: Using The Viewing Function
Playing back images The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor. Press the button. Select an image with b/B on the control button. To return to the shooting mode Press the button again. To switch the recording data display Press DISP on the control button.
Page 105: Rotating An Image
Rotating an image Fn button t [Rotate] Press the center of the control button. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. When you want to do another rotation, repeat step 2. • Once you rotate the image, the image is played back in the rotated position, even if you turn off the power.
Page 106: Switching To The Display Of The Image List
Select the portion you want to enlarge with v/V/b/B on the control button. To cancel the enlarged playback Press the button so that the image returns to the normal size. Scaling range The scaling range is as follows. Scaling range Image size DSLR-A380 Approx.
Page 107 Playing back images automatically (Slide show) The slide show can be operated either using the Fn button or the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Fn button t [Slide show]t [OK] Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show). The slide show automatically stops after all the images have been played back.
Page 108: Checking The Information Of Recorded Images
Checking the information of recorded images Each time you press DISP on the control button, the information display changes (page 104). Basic information display Display Indication Memory card (22) 100-0003 Folder - file number (137) Protect (111) DPOF3 DPOF set (145) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118)
Page 109: Histogram Display
Histogram display Display Indication Memory card (22) 100-0003 Folder - file number (137) Protect (111) DPOF3 DPOF set (145) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Remaining battery warning (18) Display Indication Histogram (89) P A S M Mode dial (48 – 67) 1/125 Shutter speed (62) F3.5...
Page 110 About the flashing segments on the histogram display When the image has a high-key or low- Flashing key portion, that portion is flashed on the R (Red) histogram display (Luminance limit Luminance warning). G (Green) B (Blue)
Page 111: Protecting Images (Protect)
Protecting images (Protect) You can protect images against accidental erasure. The protect function can be operated either using the Fn button or the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Protecting selected images/canceling the protection of the selected images Fn button t [Protect] t [Marked images] Select the image you want to...
Page 112: Deleting Images (Delete)
Deleting images (Delete) Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand. The delete function can be operated either from the Fn button or from the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Note •...
Page 113 Press the Fn button. Select [Delete] with v on the control button, then press the center of the control button. Deleting all the images in the folder Fn button t [Image Index] t Select the desired number of images Select the folder bar with b on the control button.
Page 114: Viewing Images On A Tv Screen
Viewing images on a TV screen To view images recorded on the camera on a TV set, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. Turn off both your camera and the TV, and connect the camera to the Turn on the TV and switch the input.
Page 115 • By connecting your camera to Sony’s VIDEO-A compatible TV using an HDMI cable, the TV automatically selects the appropriate image quality for viewing still pictures. Please refer to the operating instructions of Sony’s VIDEO-A compatible TV for more details.
Page 116 PAL-N system Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. Using “BRAVIA” Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable, you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control. Connect a TV that supports “BRAVIA”...
Page 117 • If the camera performs unnecessary operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the camera is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, set [CTRL FOR HDMI] in the Setup menu to [Off].
Page 118: Changing Your Setup
Setting image size and image quality Image size MENU button t [Aspect ratio]: [3:2] DSLR-A380 L:14M 4592 × 3056 pixels M:7.7M 3408 × 2272 pixels S:3.5M 2288 × 1520 pixels DSLR-A330 L:10M 3872 × 2592 pixels M:5.6M 2896 × 1936 pixels S:2.5M 1920 ×...
Page 119 A normal ratio. 16:9 An HDTV ratio. Quality MENU button t 1 t [Quality] t Select the desired setting (RAW) File format: RAW (raw data) This format does not perform any digital processing on the images. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.
Page 120: Setting The Method For Recording On A Memory Card
Setting the method for recording on a memory card Selecting the method for assigning file numbers to images MENU button t setting Series The camera does not reset numbers and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches “9999.” Reset The camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns numbers to files from “0001.”...
Page 121: Creating A New Folder
Creating a new folder You can create a folder in a memory card for recording images. A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number currently used, and the folder becomes the current recording folder.
Page 122: Changing The Noise Reduction Setting
Changing the noise reduction setting Disabling the noise reduction during long exposure shootings When you set the shutter speed to a second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open. This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure.
Page 123: Changing The Functions Of The Control Dial
Changing the functions of the control dial Changing the function of the control dial When the recording mode is M (Manual exposure), you can set the camera so that the adjustable item (the shutter speed or the aperture value) can be selected using only the control dial.
Page 124: Changing Other Settings
Changing other settings Setting the sound on/off Selects the sound produced when the shutter is locked, during self-timer countdown, etc. MENU button t setting Selecting the background color of the screen display You can select the background color of the LCD monitor from [Black], [White], [Brown], or [Pink].
Page 125: Setting The Date
Note • Regardless of the setting here, the camera turns to power save mode after 30 minutes when the camera is connected to a TV or the drive mode is set to Commander). Setting the date Resets the date. See page 25 for details. MENU button t 2 t [Date/Time setup] t Set up the date and time...
Page 126: Setting The Lcd Monitor
Setting the LCD monitor Setting the brightness of the LCD monitor manually The brightness of the LCD monitor is automatically adjusted to the surrounding lighting conditions using the light sensor (page 36). You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor manually. MENU button t Select the desired setting Notes...
Page 127 Keeping the LCD monitor tuned on while looking into the viewfinder When the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch is set to “OVF,” looking into the viewfinder turns off the LCD monitor. In the default setting, while looking into the viewfinder, the LCD monitor is turned off to prevent the battery pack from wearing down.
Page 128: Confirming The Version Of The Camera
Confirming the version of the camera Displaying the version Displays the version of your camera. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. MENU button t Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is battery icons) or more.
Page 129: Resetting To The Default
Resetting to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera. MENU button t 3 t [Reset default] t [OK] The items to be reset are as follows. Items Exposure compensation (88) Recording information display (70) Playback display (104) Drive mode (99) ISO (92) Flash mode (84)
Page 130 Custom menu Items Eye-Start AF (68) Ctrl dial setup (123) Red eye reduc. (86) Auto review (126) Auto off w/ VF (127) Playback menu Items Specify Printing – Date imprint (149) Slide show – Interval (107) Slide show – Repeat (107) PlaybackDisplay (104) Setup menu Items...
Page 131: Viewing Images On A Computer
Viewing images on a computer Copying images to your computer This section describes how to copy images in a memory card to a computer connected using a USB cable. Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera to import images.
Page 132 Stage 1: Connecting the camera and your computer Insert a memory card with recorded images into the camera. Select the type of memory card you want to copy images from using the memory card switch. Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (sold separately).
Page 133 Stage 2: Copying images to a computer For Windows This section describes an example of copying images to a “Documents” (For Windows XP: “My Documents”) folder. When you use the supplied “PMB” software, you can copy images easily (page 139). Click [Open folder to view files] (For Windows XP: [Open folder to view files] t [OK]) as the wizard...
Page 134 Double-click the [Documents] folder. Then, right-click on the “Documents” window to display the menu and click [Paste]. The image files are copied to the “Documents” folder. • When an image with the same file name exists in the copy destination folder, the overwrite confirmation message appears.
Page 135: Viewing Images On Your Computer
Viewing images on your computer For Windows This section describes the procedure for viewing copied images in the “Documents” (For Windows XP: “My Documents”) folder. To view RAW images, the supplied “Image Data Converter SR” software is required (page 142). Click [Start] t [Documents].
Page 136 x For Windows Double-click on the tasktray, then click (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop]. Confirm the device on the confirmation window, then click [OK]. The device is disconnected. x For Macintosh Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the memory card to the “Trash”...
Page 137: Image File Storage Destinations And File Names
Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the memory card. Example: viewing folders on Windows Vista AFolders containing image data recorded using this camera. (The first three digits show the folder number.) BYou can create a folder in date form (page 120).
Page 138 Right-click the image file, then click [Rename]. Change the file name to “DSC0ssss.” • Enter a number from 0001 to 9999 for ssss. • If the overwrite confirmation message appears, enter a different number. • An extension may be displayed depending on the computer settings.
Page 139: Using The Software
Using the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: • Sony Image Data Suite “Image Data Converter SR” “Image Data Lightbox SR” • Sony Picture Utility “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) Note • “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.
Page 140: Installing The Software
Select “Run Install.exe” and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. Click [Install]. • Verify that both “Sony Image Data Suite” and “Sony Picture Utility” are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. (SONYPICTUTIL)
Page 141 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete. The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop. • Sony Image Data Suite “Image Data Converter SR” “Image Data Lightbox SR” • Sony Picture Utility “PMB” “PMB Guide”...
Page 142 RAW format or save it in the general file format. • For details on “Image Data Converter SR,” refer to Help. To start Help, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter SR Ver.3].
Page 143 To start Help from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help] t [Image Data Lightbox SR]. To start up/exit “Image Data Lightbox SR” x Windows Double-click [Image Data Lightbox SR] on the desktop.
Page 144 To start up/exit “PMB” Double-click the (PMB) icon on the desktop. Or, from the Start menu: Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB]. To exit the “PMB,” click Note • The confirmation message of the Information tool appears on the screen when starting “PMB”...
Page 145: Printing Images
Printing images Specifying DPOF Using the camera, you can specify the images and the number of images to print before you print images at a shop or with your printer. Follow the procedure below. DPOF specifications are left with images after printing. It is recommended that you unspecify them after printing.
Page 146 • You can select a value for the number of images to be printed after you have selected [All images]. The same value will be used for all images. Dating images You can date images when printing them. The position of the date (inside or outside the image, character size, etc.) depends on your printer.
Page 147: Printing Images By Connecting The Camera To A Pictbridge Compliant Printer
Printing images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard.
Page 148 Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer Connect the camera to the printer. Turn on your camera and the printer. The screen used for selecting images you want to print appears. Stage 3: Printing Select the image to print with b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button.
Page 149 To cancel the print During printing, pressing the center of the control button cancels the print. Remove the USB cable or turn off the camera. When you want to print again, follow the procedure (Stages 1 to 3) above. PictBridge menu Print Prints the selected images.
Page 150: Specifications
Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera with built-in flash and interchangeable lenses Lens All of Lenses [Image sensor] Total pixel number of camera DSLR-A380 Approx. 14 900 000 pixels DSLR-A330 Approx. 10 800 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera DSLR-A380 Approx.
Page 151 Eye Relief Approximately 19.7 mm from the eyepiece, 14.1 mm from the eyepiece frame at –1 diopter (–1 m –1 Dioptor Adjustment –1 –3.0 to +1.0 m [Exposure control] Metering Cell Metering method 40-segment honeycomb- pattern, the exclusive image sensor for Live View in Live View mode Metering Range 2 to 20 EV (4 to 20 EV...
Page 152: Rechargeable Battery Pack
File format JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.21, MPF Baseline) compliant, DPOF compatible USB communication Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) BC-VH1 Battery charger Input rating 100 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 4 W Output rating 8.4 V DC, 0.28 A Operating temperature range 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Storage temperature range...
Page 153 Trademarks • is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” , “Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Page 154: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 154 to 163. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Check the following items. Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one minute, and turn on the power.
Page 155 The power turns off suddenly. • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode and nearly shuts down. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 124).
Page 156 • You cannot record images while charging the built-in flash (page 84). • The shutter cannot be released when the subject is out of focus. • The lens is not attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page 20). • When an astronomical telescope, etc., is attached to the camera, set the recording mode to M and do your shooting.
Page 157 A picture taken with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is beyond the flash range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject. If the ISO is changed, the flash range also changes with it (page 86).
Page 158 Dots appear and remain on the LCD monitor. • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 7). • You may reduce the effect of these issues using the “Pixel mapping” function. Set the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch to “LIVE VIEW.” Attach the lens cap.
Page 159 You have deleted an image by mistake. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete (page 111). You cannot mark a DPOF mark. • You cannot mark DPOF marks on RAW images. Computers You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera.
Page 160 After making a USB connection, “PMB” does not start automatically. • Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on (page 132). You do not know how to operate the software (supplied). • See help or the guide of each software. Memory card Cannot insert a memory card.
Page 161 Images are printed with both edges cut off. • Depending on your printer, the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the aspect ratio set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off. •...
Page 162 Charge the battery pack and set the date again (pages 25, 167). If the date setting is lost every time the battery pack is charged, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The number of recordable images does not decrease or decreases two at a time.
Page 163 Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. If the camera is hot, allow it to cool down before trying this corrective procedure. If the camera does not work after doing these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 164: Warning Messages
Warning messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions below. Incompatible battery. Use correct model. • An incompatible battery pack is being used (page 18). Set date and time? • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery (pages 25, 167).
Page 165 System error • Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. • Images recorded with other cameras may not be enlarged or rotated.
Page 166 Unable to mark. • You attempted to mark RAW images on the PictBridge screen. Printer error • Check the printer. • Check if the image you want to print is corrupted. Printer busy • Check the printer.
Page 167: Precautions
Precautions Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, dry or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. •...
Page 168 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack in the...
Page 169: Index
Index Index Numerics 40-segment honeycomb pattern metering ... 151 Adobe RGB... 98 AF area... 80 AF illuminator... 86 Ambient light ... 102 Amount of exposure... 57 Anti-dust function ... 33 Aperture ... 57, 60 Aperture priority ... 60 Aspect ratio ... 118 Audio signals ...
Page 170 Eyecup ...28 Eyepiece cover...28 Eyepiece sensors...68, 127 Eye-Start AF ...68 File number...120 Fill-flash ...84 Flash bracket...101 Flash compensation ...90 Flash mode...84 Flash Off ...48, 84 Fn button...40 Focal length ...152 Focus...76 Focus indicator ...77 Focus mode...79 Focus-lock ...78 Folder name ...120 Format...121 Help Guide disp.
Page 171 OVF ... 68 PictBridge ... 147 Pixel mapping ... 158 PlaybackDisplay ... 104 PMB ... 143 Portrait ... 51 Power Save ... 124 Preset white balance... 93 Pressing halfway down ... 49 Print... 145, 147 Program auto... 59 Protect ... 111 Quality ...

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Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 Instruction Manual

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Before Your Operation

Shooting Images

Using the Shooting Function

Using the Viewing Function

Changing Your Setup

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Printing Images

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