Page 1 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook NEX-5N 4-288-171-11(1) Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index © 2011 Sony Corporation...
Page 2: How To Use This Handbook
Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right on the cover and each page to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use. Marks and notations used in this handbook Search for information by function.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook ·····································2 Sample photo ························································6 Identifying parts ···················································12 List of icons on the screen···································16 Basic operations Operating the camera··········································19 Menu ···································································23 Shooting images··················································28 Playing back images ···········································30 Deleting images···················································32 Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents) ·····································40 Using the Photo Creativity function...
Page 4 Using functions in the menu Shoot Mode ·························································23 Camera································································24 Image Size ··························································24 Brightness/Color··················································25 Playback······························································25 Setup ···································································26 Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV····································162 Using with your computer··································165 Using the software·············································167 Connecting the camera to the computer ···········170 Creating a movie disc········································172 Printing still images ···········································176 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting·················································177...
Page 5 Index Index··································································197...
Page 6: Sample Photo
Sample photo “This is the scene I want to capture in a photo, but how can I do?” You may find the answer by going through the sample photos listed here. Click the desired sample photo. Shooting people (page 7) Shooting macro photos (page 8) Shooting landscapes (page 9) Shooting sunset/night scenes (page 10)
Page 7 Shooting people Only the main subject is in focus by defocusing the background (34) A happy smile (75) A person in front of night view (54) A group photo (47, 48) With soft skin tones (77) The same scene with different brightness (49) In candle light (56) A moving person (87)
Page 8 Shooting macro photos Defocusing the background (34) Flowers (54) Focusing manually (67) Preventing camera shake for indoor shots (87) Adjusting the color to indoor light (88) Lowering the amount of flash light (92) In better brightness (43) Making food look appealing (43) Continued r...
Page 9: Shooting Landscapes
Shooting landscapes The sky in vivid colors (43) Vivid green colors (97) Scenery with a wide range of brightness (93) Defocusing the background (34) Running water (63) Colored leaves (97) Panoramic photos (57) Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (93) Keeping your shot level (112) Continued r...
Page 10 Shooting sunset/night scenes Holding the camera by hand (54) Fireworks (62) The same scene in different brightness (49) Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully (54) Trail of light (66) Defocusing the background (34) Preventing camera shake (47) Continued r...
Page 11 Shooting fast moving subjects Following a moving subject (70) With the subject approaching the camera (67) Expressing vigorous action (63) Capturing the best moment (46)
Page 12: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts When the lens is removed See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A ON/OFF (Power) switch B Shutter button (28) C Remote sensor (50) D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp E Speaker F Microphone G Smart Accessory Terminal 2 H Lens I Lens release button J Mount...
Page 13 Flash HVL-F7S A Battery/memory card cover B Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.
Page 14 Lens E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NK/5ND/5NY) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5ND) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts**...
Page 15 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NY) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
Page 16: List Of Icons On The Screen
List of icons on the screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel (page 40). Shooting standby Graphic display Movie recording Playback Display Indication Shoot Mode...
Page 17 Display Indication 123Min Recordable time of movies Remaining battery 100% Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Live view Does not record sound during movie recording Touch operation off SteadyShot/SteadyShot warning Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) connection error Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) overheating warning Overheating warning Database file full/...
Page 18 Display Indication Focus status 1/125 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Metered manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation ±0.0 ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) 2011-1-1 9:30AM Recorded date/time of the image 12/12 Image number/Number of images in the view...
Page 19: Operating The Camera
Basic operations Operating the camera The control wheel, soft keys and touch panel allow you Touch panel to use various functions of the camera. Soft keys Control wheel Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.), and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel.
Page 20: Soft Keys
When you turn or press the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel following the on-screen display, you can select setting items. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen.
Page 21: Touch Panel
Touch panel You can operate the camera intuitively by touching or sliding your finger on the screen. Touch the item on the screen to select it. Slide your finger on the screen to scroll down to hidden items. Operations You can select items and make settings in two ways; one is using the control wheel, the other is touching and sliding your finger on the screen (Touch panel).
Page 22 Operation To set a value or adjust Turn it. the defocusing level To play the next or the Turn it or press the left/right previous image parts. Notes • You can perform most operations with both the control wheel/soft keys and the touch panel. However, some operations can be done only with one or the other.
Page 23: Menu
Using functions in the menu Menu You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. 1 Select MENU. 2 Select the desired item by pressing the top/bottom/left/right parts of the control wheel, and then press the center.
Page 24: Camera
Program Auto Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Object Tracking Prec. Dig. Zoom Face Detection Face Registration Smile Shutter Soft Skin Effect Shooting Tip List LCD Display (DISP) Finder Display(DISP)
Page 25: Brightness/Color
Panorama Image Size Panorama Direction Movie File Format Record Setting Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Exposure Comp. White Balance Metering Mode Flash Comp. DRO/Auto HDR Picture Effect Creative Style Playback Allows you to set playback functions.
Page 26: Setup
Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AF Illuminator Red Eye Reduction FINDER/LCD Setting Live View Display Auto Review Grid Line Peaking Level Peaking Color MF Assist MF Assist Time Color Space SteadyShot Release w/o Lens Eye-Start AF...
Page 27 Custom Key Settings Touch Operation Beep Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Help Guide Display Power Save LCD Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Display Color Wide Image Playback Display HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connection Cleaning Mode Version Demo Mode Reset Default Memory Card Tool Format File Number...
Page 28: Shooting Images
Shooting images Shooting images with the settings in effect when you bought the camera is explained here. The camera makes decisions appropriate to the situation, and adjusts the settings. 1 Adjust the LCD monitor angle, and hold the camera. The Scene Recognition function begins to work. 2 To take still images, press the shutter button halfway down to focus on your subject, and press it fully down to shoot.
Page 29 If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator Status z lit Focus locked.
Page 30: Playing Back Images
Playing back images Plays back the recorded images. 1 Press the (Playback) button. 2 Select the image with the control wheel. Or, slide the screen left or right. 3 To play back panoramic images or movies, press the center of the control wheel.
Page 31: Enlarged Playback
Enlarged playback A portion of a still image can be enlarged for closer examination during playback. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded still image. You can enlarge playback images from the Menu (page 104). 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then select (Enlarge Image).
Page 32: Deleting Images
Deleting images You can delete the image displayed. 1 Display the image you want to delete, and select (Delete). 2 Select OK. Select to quit the operation. Notes • You cannot delete protected images. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether you delete the image or not beforehand.
Page 33: Photo Creativity
Using the Photo Creativity function Photo Creativity Using Photo Creativity, you can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select the item you want to set from the items displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Page 34: Background Defocus
Background Defocus Photo Creativity allows you to defocus the background easily to make the subject stand out, while checking the defocusing effect on the LCD monitor. You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity).
Page 35: Brightness
Brightness You can adjust the brightness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Brightness]. 4 Select the desired brightness. : To make images brighter : To make images darker Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 36: Color
Color You can adjust the color easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Color]. 4 Select the desired color. : To make the color warm : To make the color cool Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 37: Vividness
Vividness You can adjust the vividness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Vividness]. 4 Select the desired vividness. : To make images vivid : To make images faint Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 38: Picture Effect
Picture Effect You can set Picture Effect easily in Photo Creativity. Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Picture Effect]. 4 Select the desired effect. Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 39 (Soft High-key) Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. (Partial Color: Creates an image which retains the color red, Red) but converts others to black and white. (Partial Color: Creates an image which retains the color Green) green, but converts others to black and white.
Page 40: Disp (Display Contents)
Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents) Using the control wheel: 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel repeatedly to select the desired mode. Using the Menu: 1 During shooting, MENU t [Camera] t [LCD Display (DISP)]/[Finder Display(DISP)].
Page 41 Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately). Finder Display(DISP) Disp. Basic Info Shows basic recording information on the viewfinder. Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically.
Page 42 During playback Display Info. Shows recording information. Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically, in addition to recording information. No Disp. Info. Does not show recording information. Note • Histogram is not displayed during following playback modes. – Movie – Panorama –...
Page 43: Exposure Comp
Exposure Comp. You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel t desired value. Or, MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Exposure Comp.] t desired value. Notes •...
Page 44: Drive Mode
Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t desired mode. (Single Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode. Shooting) (Cont.
Page 45: Cont. Shooting
Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Cont. Shooting]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Cont. Shooting]. Note • You cannot use [Cont. Shooting] with the following functions: –...
Page 46: Spd Priority Cont
Spd Priority Cont. Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button, at a higher speed than that of [Cont. Shooting]. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Notes •...
Page 47 Self-timer (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer]. 2 Option t desired mode. To cancel the timer, press (Self-timer: Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. 10 Sec) When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the audible signal sounds until the shutter operates.
Page 48 Self-timer(Cont) Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after ten seconds. You can choose the best shot from several shots taken. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer(Cont)]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer(Cont)]. 2 Option t desired mode.
Page 49: Bracket: Cont
Bracket: Cont. Shoots three images while automatically shifting the exposure from base, to darker, then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Bracket: Cont.].
Page 50: Remote Cdr
Remote Cdr. You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC (the shutter is released after two seconds) buttons on the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately). Also, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Remote Cdr.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Remote Cdr.].
Page 51: Image Index
Using functions in the menu Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2 Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six-image index appears. You can switch to 12-image index; MENU t [Playback] t [Image Index]. 3 To return to the single-image playback, select the desired image and press the center of the control wheel.
Page 52: Intelligent Auto
Intelligent Auto The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the screen. The camera recognizes (Night Scene), Night Scene),...
Page 53 If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator Status z lit Focus locked.
Page 54: Scene Selection
Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Scene Selection] t desired mode. (Portrait) Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly. (Landscape) Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.
Page 55 (Hand-held Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur Twilight) without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise. Notes • In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so using a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.
Page 56: Anti Motion Blur
Anti Motion Blur This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Anti Motion Blur]. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. The camera combines six shots at high sensitivity into one still image, so camera shake is reduced while preventing noise.
Page 57: Sweep Panorama
Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Sweep Panorama]. 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD monitor.
Page 58 Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD monitor. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than moving ones. Vertical direction •...
Page 59: D Sweep Panorama
3D Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a 3D image from composed images. 3D images shot in [3D Sweep Panorama] mode of this camera can be played back only on a 3D TV. The recorded images are played back as normal still images on the LCD monitor of this camera and a non-3D TV.
Page 60 beach, or lawn. – Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. – Subjects with the sun or electric lights, etc. that are much brighter than surroundings. • [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations: –...
Page 61: Manual Exposure
Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel repeatedly to select shutter speed or aperture.
Page 62: Using The Remote Commander
BULB You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel to select shutter speed. 3 Turn the control wheel counterclockwise until [BULB] is indicated.
Page 63: Shutter Priority
Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Shutter Priority] t desired value.
Page 64: Aperture Priority
Aperture Priority Blurs or sharpens things in front of and beyond the subject. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Aperture Priority] t desired value. • Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but things in front of and beyond the subject is blurred. •...
Page 65: Program Auto
Program Auto While exposure is adjusted by the camera automatically, you can set shooting functions such as ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Program Auto]. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Page 66: Flash Mode
Flash Mode 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. 1 Attach the flash and raise it.
Page 67 AF/MF Select Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t desired mode. (Autofocus) Focuses automatically. (DMF) After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment manually (Direct Manual Focus). (Manual Adjusts the focus manually. Turn the focusing ring right or left Focus) to make the subject look clearer.
Page 68 DMF (Direct Manual Focus) 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus. Note •...
Page 69: Autofocus Area
Autofocus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired mode. (Multi) The camera determines which of the 25 AF areas is used for focusing.
Page 70: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Mode] t desired mode. (Single-shot The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this when the subject is motionless.
Page 71: Object Tracking
Object Tracking Keeps the focusing on a moving subject while tracking it. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Object Tracking] t [On]. A target frame appears. 2 Align the target frame with the subject to be tracked, and pres the center of the control wheel.
Page 72: Prec. Dig. Zoom
Prec. Dig. Zoom You can shoot still images while zooming in on the center portion. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Prec. Dig. Zoom]. 2 Decide the zoom rate. You can zoom in up to ten times. 3 To stop zooming, select Notes •...
Page 73: Face Detection
Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, and white balance settings automatically. You can select the priority face to be focused on. Face Detection frame (white) When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority.
Page 74: Face Registration
Face Registration Detects faces for which information has been registered in advance, when [Face Detection] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Face Registration] t desired mode. New Registration Registers a new face. Order Exchanging Changes the priority of faces previously registered. Delete Deletes a registered face.
Page 75: Smile Shutter
Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [On]. 2 To set the sensitivity to detect a smile, Option t desired setting. 3 Wait for a smile to be detected. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically.
Page 76 Tips for better capturing of smiles 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as 3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth. •...
Page 77: Soft Skin Effect
Soft Skin Effect Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Soft Skin Effect] t [On]. 2 To set the intensity of the Soft Skin Effect, Option t desired setting. Uses the Soft Skin Effect Function.
Page 78: Shooting Tip List
Shooting Tip List Allows you to search through all shooting tips in the camera. Use this item when you want to look at shooting tips you have seen before. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List]. 2 Search for the desired shooting tip. Turn the control wheel to scroll the text up and down.
Page 79: Disp Button(Monitor)
DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the screen display modes that can be selected with [Display Contents] (page 40) in shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [DISP Button(Monitor)]. 2 Select the desired mode. The items marked with are available. 3 Select OK.
Page 80 Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record an 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. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Image Size] t desired mode.
Page 81 Tips for selecting the image size The images appear differently, depending on the mode selected. 16:9 Standard When [Standard] or [Wide] is selected, the images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel. Sweep Panorama The image size varies depending on the [Panorama Direction] setting. (Standard) Shoots images using standard size.
Page 82: Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints. 16:9 For viewing on a high-definition TV. Note • You cannot set this item when using the following functions: –...
Page 83: Raw Images
Quality Selects the compression format of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Quality] t desired mode. RAW (RAW) File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) This format does not allow you to perform any digital processing on the images.
Page 84: Panorama Direction
Panorama Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot 3D Sweep Panorama or Sweep Panorama images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode. 3D Sweep Panorama (Right) Pan the camera from the left to the right. (Left) Pan the camera from the right to the left.
Page 85: File Format
Records 60i/50i movies or 24p/25p movies in AVCHD format, AVCHD 50i/50p** and 60p/50p movies in an original Sony format. This Sony file format is suitable for viewing the movie on a high-definition TV. You can create a Blu-ray Disc, an AVCHD disc, or a DVD-Video disc using the supplied software “PMB.”...
Page 86: Record Setting
Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the data rate (average bit-rate) per minute, the higher the image quality. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Record Setting] t desired mode. [File Format]: [AVCHD 60i/60p] [AVCHD 50i/50p] 60i 24M(FX)*...
Page 87 Sets the luminous sensitivity. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [ISO] t desired setting. (ISO AUTO) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. 100/200/400/800/ Sets the sensitivity to light of the imaging sensor. Higher 1600/3200/6400/ sensitivities enable faster shutter speeds and/or smaller 12800/25600 apertures (larger f-values).
Page 88: White Balance
White Balance Adjusts the color temperature according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color temperature of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color temperature on purpose for photographic expression.
Page 89: Custom White Balance
Effects of lighting conditions The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color temperature is adjusted automatically, but you can adjust color temperature manually using the [White Balance] function. Weather/ Daylight lighting Characteristics White of light (standard) Adjusting the color temperature finely 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t desired mode.
Page 90 Note • If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later shootings.
Page 91: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Metering Mode] t desired mode. (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 92: Flash Comp
Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture.
Page 93: Dro/Auto Hdr
DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t desired mode. (Off) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR]. (D-Range By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the Opt.) contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation.
Page 94: Auto Hdr
Auto HDR Widens the range (gradations) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts in correct brightness (Auto High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [Auto HDR]. 2 Option t desired value.
Page 95 Picture Effect You can shoot with an effect filter to obtain the various textures. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Picture Effect] t desired mode. (Off) Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera) Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors.
Page 96 (Soft Focus) Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect. You can set the intensity of the effect with Option. (HDR Creates the look of a painting, Painting) enhancing the colors and details. The camera releases the shutter three times.
Page 97: Creative Style
Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera adjusts the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Creative Style] t desired mode. 2 When you want to adjust contrast, saturation, or sharpness, Option t desired setting.
Page 98: To Delete An Image
Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] t desired mode. Multiple Img. Deletes the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel or touch the image, then select OK. All in Folder Deletes all images in the selected folder, or all AVCHD View movies.
Page 99: Slide Show
Slide Show Plays back images automatically. Plays back only 3D images in Slide Show on the 3D TV connected to the camera. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Slide Show] t desired mode t OK. Repeat Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.
Page 100: View Mode
View Mode Selects the unit for images to be played back. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [View Mode] t desired mode. Folder View(Still) Displays still images by folder. Folder View(MP4) Displays movies (MP4) by folder. AVCHD View Displays movies recorded with the [AVCHD 60i/60p] or [AVCHD 50i/50p] mode of [File Format].
Page 101 Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Image Index] t desired mode. 6 Images Displays six images. 12 Images Displays 12 images. Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen, then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel.
Page 102 Rotate Rotates a still image counter-clockwise. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. Once you rotate the image, the image is played back in the rotated position, even if you turn off the power. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Rotate]. 2 Press the center of the control wheel.
Page 103 Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. mark is displayed for registered images. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Protect] t desired mode. Multiple Img. Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel or touch the image, then select Cancel All Images Cancels the protection of all still images.
Page 104: Enlarge Image
Enlarge Image You can check the focus by enlarging a portion of the playback image. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [ 2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel. Or, touch on the screen. 3 Select the position you want to see by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel, or by sliding the image.
Page 105: Volume Settings
Volume Settings Adjusts the sound volume of movies in eight steps. This item appears during movie playback only. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value. Adjusting the volume during playback The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while playing back movies.
Page 106: Specify Printing
Specify Printing You can specify which still images you shot on the memory card that you want to print out later. (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images (DPOF: Digital Print Order Format). 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Specify Printing] t desired setting. DPOF Setup Multiple Img.
Page 107: Af Illuminator
AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [AF Illuminator] t desired setting.
Page 108: Red Eye Reduction
Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired setting. The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Does not use Red Eye Reduction.
Page 109: Finder/Lcd Setting
FINDER/LCD Setting When an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached to the camera, sensors in the Electronic Viewfinder can detect whether or not it is being used. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [FINDER/LCD Setting] t desired setting. Auto When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically.
Page 110: Live View Display
Live View Display Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, etc. on the LCD monitor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Live View Display] t desired setting. Setting Effect ON Shows the images with effects applied. Setting Effect OFF Does not show the images with effects applied.
Page 111: Auto Review
Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the LCD monitor right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Auto Review] t desired setting. 10 Sec Displays for the set time. Selecting 5 Sec 2 Sec Does not display.
Page 112: Grid Line
Grid Line Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting. Rule of 3rds Grid Placing main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds makes for a well-balanced composition.
Page 113: Peaking Level
Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Level] t desired setting. High Sets the peaking level to high. Sets the peaking level to middle.
Page 114: Peaking Color
Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function in manual focus. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Color] t desired setting. White Enhances outlines in white. Enhances outlines in red. Yellow Enhances outlines in yellow. Note • This item cannot be set when [Peaking Level] is set to [Off].
Page 115: Mf Assist
MF Assist Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual-focusing easier. This works in the [Manual Focus] or [DMF] mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t desired setting. 2 Turn the focusing ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged by 4.8 times.
Page 116: Mf Assist Time
MF Assist Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an expanded form for the [MF Assist] function. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist Time] t desired setting. No Limit Enlarges the display until 5 Sec Enlarges the image for five seconds.
Page 117: Color Space
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. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Color Space] t desired setting. sRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera.
Page 118 SteadyShot Sets whether or not you use the SteadyShot function of the lens. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [SteadyShot] t desired setting. Uses SteadyShot. Does not use SteadyShot. This setting is recommended when you use a tripod. Notes • [On] is selected when using the following functions: –...
Page 119: Release W/O Lens
Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens is attached. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Release w/o Lens] t desired setting. Enable Releases the shutter when no lens is attached. Select this when you attach the camera on an astronomical telescope, etc.
Page 120: Eye-Start Af
Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately). 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Eye-Start AF] t desired setting. Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder.
Page 121: Front Curtain Shutter
Front Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Front Curtain Shutter] t desired setting. Uses the electronic front curtain shutter function. Does not use the electronic front curtain shutter function. Notes •...
Page 122: Long Exposure Nr
Long Exposure NR 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. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Long Exposure NR] t desired setting.
Page 123: High Iso Nr
High ISO NR When shooting with the high ISO, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [High ISO NR] t desired setting. Normal Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately.
Page 124: Lens Comp.: Shading
Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Shading] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note •...
Page 125: Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber
Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.] t desired setting. Auto Reduces the color deviation automatically. Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note •...
Page 126: Lens Comp.: Distortion
Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note •...
Page 127: Movie Audio Rec
Movie Audio Rec Sets whether or not you record the sound during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting. Records sound (stereo). Does not record sound. Note • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected.
Page 128: Wind Noise Reduct
Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wind Noise Reduct.] t desired setting. Reduces wind noise. Does not reduce wind noise. Notes • Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume.
Page 129: Af Micro Adj
Attach a lens of the value to be cleared and select [±0]. If you want to clear all registered values, select [Clear]. • Use [AF Micro Adj.] with Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lenses only. If you use [AF Micro Adj.] with other brands of lenses, the registered value may be affected.
Page 130: Menu Start
Menu start Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu or to display the screen of the item you set the last time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Menu start] t desired setting. Always displays the first screen of the menu. Previous Displays the last item set.
Page 131: Custom Key Settings
Custom Key Settings Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the appropriate key on the shooting information screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t desired setting. Right Key Setting Shoot Mode Shoot.
Page 132 Quality White Balance Soft key C Setting Shoot Mode Calls a recording mode. Custom Calls a function assigned to [Custom 1], [Custom 2], [Custom 3], [Custom 4], or [Custom 5]. Custom 1 to 5 The default setting of Available functions each [Custom] item AF/MF Select Autofocus Mode...
Page 133 Calling a function assigned to [Custom] of soft key C 1 Press soft key C when CUSTOM (Custom) is displayed. Or, touch CUSTOM (Custom) on the screen. 2 Select [Custom 1], [Custom 2], [Custom 3], [Custom 4], or [Custom 5] by pressing the right/left of the control wheel.
Page 134: Ael Toggle
AEL toggle When it is hard to obtain an appropriate exposure for the subject, this function allows you to lock the exposure by focusing on and measuring the light of an area that has the desired brightness. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t [Right Key Setting] or [Soft key B Setting].
Page 135: Touch Operation
Touch Operation Sets whether or not to operate the camera using the touch panel. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Touch Operation] t desired setting. Allows operation using the touch panel. Does not allow operation using the touch panel. Note • Even if [On] is selected, you cannot operate the camera via the touch panel when: –...
Page 136 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting. Turns on audible signals when you press the control wheel or soft keys, or touch the screen. Turns off the audible signal.
Page 137 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [ Language] t desired language.
Page 138: Date/Time Setup
Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup]. 2 Set the date, time, etc. Daylight Svg.: Selects [ON] or [OFF]. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. Notes • You cannot set the date and time by touching the screen. •...
Page 139: Area Setting
Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the camera. This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting] t desired setting. 2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to select an area.
Page 140: Help Guide Display
Help Guide Display You can select whether or not the help guide is displayed when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t desired setting. Displays the help guide. Does not display the help guide. This is convenient when you want to perform the next operation quickly.
Page 141: Power Save
Power Save You can set time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode. Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. 30 Min Switches to power save mode after the set time.
Page 142: Lcd Brightness
LCD Brightness The brightness of the LCD monitor is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions using the light sensor (page 12). You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor manually. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [LCD Brightness] t desired setting. Auto Adjust the brightness automatically.
Page 143: Viewfinder Bright
Viewfinder Bright. When an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached, the brightness of the Electronic Viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Viewfinder Bright.] t desired setting. Auto Adjust the brightness automatically. Manual Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of –1 to +1.
Page 144: Display Color
Display Color Selects the color of the LCD monitor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Color] t desired setting. Black Turns to the selected color. White Blue Pink...
Page 145: Wide Image
Wide Image Selects the method used for displaying the wide images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wide Image] t desired setting. Full Screen Displays the wide images on the entire screen. Normal Displays the wide images and the operation information on the screen.
Page 146: Playback Display
Playback Display Selects the orientation when playing back still images recorded in the portrait position. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Playback Display] t desired setting. Auto Rotate Displays in the portrait position. Manual Rotate Displays in the landscape position. Note •...
Page 147: Hdmi Resolution
HDMI Resolution When you connect the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI Cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [HDMI Resolution] t desired setting. Auto The camera automatically recognizes an HD TV and sets the output resolution.
Page 148: Ctrl For Hdmi
CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting the camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back images on your camera by the TV’s remote control aiming at the TV. See page 163 on “BRAVIA” Sync. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t desired setting.
Page 149: Usb Connection
USB Connection Selects the method used for a USB connection. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [USB Connection] t desired setting. Auto Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, in accordance with a computer or other USB devices to be connected.
Page 150: Cleaning Mode
Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Cleaning Mode] t OK. The message “After cleaning, turn camera off. Continue?” appears. 2 Select OK. The anti-dust is activated automatically. 3 Turn the camera off. 4 Detach the lens.
Page 151 Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (three remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a sufficient battery or the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately).
Page 152: Demo Mode
Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Demo Mode] t desired setting. The demonstration begins automatically when the camera is not operated for about one minute.
Page 153: Reset Default
Reset Default Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you activate [Reset Default], the images are retained. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset Default] t OK. Notes • Be sure not to turn off the camera while resetting. •...
Page 154 Format Formats the memory card. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.
Page 155: File Number
File Number Selects the method for assigning file numbers to images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [File Number] t desired 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 156: Folder Name
Folder Name Still images you shoot are recorded in a folder that is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the folder name form. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Folder Name] t desired setting. Standard Form The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF.
Page 157: Select Shoot. Folder
Select Shoot. Folder When a standard form folder is selected and there are two or more folders, you can select the recording folder to be used to record still images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired folder. Notes •...
Page 158: New Folder
New Folder Creates a folder in the memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [New Folder] t OK. A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number currently used.
Page 159: Recover Image Db
Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t OK.
Page 160: Display Card Space
Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies on the memory card. Number of recordable still images is also displayed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Card Space].
Page 161: Upload Settings
Upload Settings Sets whether or not you use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Upload Settings] t desired setting. Enables the upload function.
Page 162: Viewing Images On A
On “PhotoTV HD” This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard. By connecting Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality. “PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors.
Page 163 Using “BRAVIA” Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control. 1 Connect a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync to the camera. The input is automatically switched and the image shot with the camera appears on the TV screen.
Page 164: D Viewing
3D Viewing To view 3D panorama images recorded on the camera on a 3D TV, set as follows. 1 Connect the camera to the 3D TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 2 MENU t [Playback] t [3D Viewing] t 3D panorama images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen.
Page 165: Using With Your Computer
Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • “Sony Image Data Suite” • “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) Notes • “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.
Page 166 Recommended computer environment (Macintosh) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.6) “Image Data Converter”: Mac OS X v10.5/Mac OS X v10.6 (Snow Leopard) “Image Data CPU: Intel processors, such as Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2...
Page 167: Using The Software
2 Click [Install]. Make sure that both “Sony Image Data Suite” and “PMB” are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen (page 170).
Page 168 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Using “Sony Image Data Suite” With “Sony Image Data Suite” you can do the following, etc.: • To edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections, such as tone curve, and sharpness.
Page 169 • “AVCHD View movies” are the movies that were recorded in the [AVCHD 60i/60p] or [AVCHD 50i/ 50p] mode of [File Format]. To use “PMB” Refer to “PMB Help.” Double-click the shortcut of Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help]. “PMB” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ (PMB Help) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All...
Page 170: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
• When the camera is connected to the computer, if you operate AVCHD View movies or folders from the connected computer, images may be damaged or cannot be played. Do not delete or copy AVCHD View movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 171: Deleting The Usb Connection
Deleting the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing the memory card. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the tasktray. 2 Click (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop].
Page 172: Creating A Movie Disc
Notes • If you use a Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), you can transfer data by inserting a memory card into the memory card slot of the DVD writer, or connecting your camera to the DVD writer with a USB cable.
Page 173 • You can play a high definition image quality ( playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray Disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players. Standard definition image quality (STD) movie converted from high definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, and a standard image quality (STD) disc is created.
Page 174 Creating an AVCHD format disc on a computer You can create a high definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format disc from AVCHD View movies imported to a computer using the supplied software “PMB.” 1 Turn on your computer and place an empty disc on the DVD drive. 2 Start “PMB.”...
Page 175 • For details on creating a disc, refer to the operating manual that comes with the device used. • You can transmit data via the memory card slot and the USB connection, when using a Sony DVD writer. • Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions.
Page 176: Printing Still Images
Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods. • Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • Printing using a computer You can import images to a computer using the supplied “PMB” software and print the images.
Page 177: Troubleshooting
2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 153). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed.
Page 178 battery pack. Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack. Charging will resume and the CHARGE lamp will be lit when the ambient temperature returns to within the suitable temperature. •...
Page 179: Viewing Images
The image 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 180: Deleting/Editing Images
Deleting/Editing images The image cannot be deleted. • Cancel the protection (page 103). The image was deleted 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 103). A DPOF mark cannot be put.
Page 181: Memory Card
Memory card Cannot insert a memory card. • Insertion direction of the memory card is wrong. Insert it in the correct direction. Cannot record on a memory card. • The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images (pages 32, 98). •...
Page 182 • If an AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the camera again. If the camera does not work after doing these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 183: 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. Set Area/Date/Time. • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery.
Page 184 • The SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 185 No images selected. • You attempted to delete without specifying images. No images changed. • You attempted to execute DPOF without specifying images. Cannot create more folders. • The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the case.
Page 186: Using The Camera Abroad
Others Using the camera abroad You can use the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Note •...
Page 187: Memory Card
Memory card You can use following memory cards with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card. You cannot use a MultiMedia Card. Notes • Memory card formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with the camera. •...
Page 188 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be used. Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) • This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro”...
Page 189: Infolithium" Battery Pack
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack Your camera operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FW50. You cannot use any other battery packs. “InfoLITHIUM” W series battery packs have the mark. An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions with the camera.
Page 190 On battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. • The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used.
Page 191: Battery Charger
Battery charger • Only NP-FW type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. •...
Page 192: Mount Adaptor
* The autofocus speed will be slower compared to when an E-mount lens is attached. (When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be about 2 seconds to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. The speed may vary depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.) The available [Autofocus Area] settings differ depending on the Mount Adaptor type.
Page 193 15 AF areas with the control wheel. Notes • You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. • When you are using the Mount Adaptor and record movies, press the shutter button halfway down to use autofocus.
Page 194: Electronic Viewfinder
Electronic Viewfinder By attaching an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) to the Smart Accessory Terminal 2 of the camera, you can shoot images while looking through the Electronic Viewfinder. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Electronic Viewfinder. Note •...
Page 195: Avchd Format
AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data.
Page 196: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning the camera • Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts. Blow away dust from inside the mount using a commercially available blower*. For details on cleaning the image sensor, see page 150. * Do not use a spray blower. Using one may cause a malfunction. •...
Page 197 Index Index Numerics 3D Sweep Panorama ... 59 3D Viewing ... 164 AdobeRGB ... 117 AF Illuminator ... 107 AF/MF Select ... 67 Anti Motion Blur ... 56 Aperture ... 64 Aperture Priority ... 64 Area Setting ... 139 Aspect Ratio ... 82 Auto HDR ...
Page 198 Folder Name ... 156 Format ... 154 Front Curtain Shutter ... 121 Grid Line ... 112 Hand-held Twilight ... 55 HDMI Resolution ... 147 Help Guide Display ... 140 High ISO NR ... 123 Icons ... 16 Identifying parts ... 12 Image Index ...
Page 199 Slow Sync..66 Smile Shutter ... 75 Soft keys ... 20 Soft Skin Effect ... 77 Software ... 167 Sony Image Data Suite ... 168 Spd Priority Cont..46 Specify Printing ... 106 Sports Action ... 54 Spot ... 91 sRGB ...
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