Page 1 If you use two memory-card slots, you can automatically switch to recording with the other memory card when the memory card in use becomes full. ILCE-7RM4A support information This website provides basic information about the camera and information regarding compatible lenses and accessories.
Page 2: Preparing The Camera
Front side Rear side Top side Side view Bottom Basic operations Using the control wheel Using the multi-selector Using MENU items Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) How to use the Quick Navi screen How to use the keyboard Icons and indicators List of icons on the monitor...
Page 3 Notes on memory card Attaching a lens Attaching/removing a lens Attaching the lens hood Attaching accessories Mount Adaptor LA-EA1/LA-EA3/LA-EA5 Mount Adaptor LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor Vertical grip Multi Battery Adaptor Kit Setting language, date and time In-Camera Guide Shooting Shooting still images Focusing Focus Mode Auto focus...
Page 4 Focus Hold Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area) Focus Frame Color Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) AF Tracking Sens. (still image) Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Illuminator (still image) AF Area Auto Clear...
Page 5 Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Interval shooting Interval Shoot Func. Using touch functions Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Selecting still image size/image quality File Format (still image) RAW File Type (still image)
Page 6 Bulb shooting Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Movie: Exposure Mode S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Controlling the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. Reset EV Comp. Dial Ev Comp Exposure Set. Guide Exposure step Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Spot Metering Point AE lock AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std.
Page 7 White balance White Balance Priority Set in AWB Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Shutter AWB Lock (still image) Setting how to process images Creative Style Picture Effect Color Space (still image) Shutter settings Anti-flicker Shoot.
Page 8 Using the flash Using flash (sold separately) Red Eye Reduction Flash Mode Flash Comp. FEL lock External Flash Set. Wireless Flash Using a flash with a sync terminal cord Recording movies Shooting movies Movie w/ shutter Movie recording formats File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) S&Q Settings Proxy Recording...
Page 9 TC/UB Disp. Switch MOVIE Button Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) 4K Output Select (movie) Video Light Mode Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Rotating an image (Rotate) Enlarge Initial Mag.
Page 10: Customizing The Camera
Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Designating images for printing (DPOF) Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing) Deleting images Deleting a displayed image Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete confirm. Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable Customizing the camera Customization features of the camera Registering frequently used functions...
Page 11 Checking images before/after recording Auto Review Aperture Preview Shot. Result Preview Live View Display Monitor/viewfinder settings Grid Line FINDER/MONITOR Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Finder Frame Rate (still image) Display Quality Bright Monitoring Memory card settings Format File/Folder Settings (still image) File Settings (movie) Display Media Info.
Page 12: Using Network Functions
HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie) HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply Save/Load Settings Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting...
Page 13 Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Send to Smartphone Func.: Cnct. during Power OFF Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Reading location information from a smartphone Location Info. Link Set. Using a remote commander with Bluetooth communication Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Transferring images to a TV View on TV...
Page 14 Operating the camera from a computer Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer FTP Transfer Func. Developing RAW images/Remote shooting (Imaging Edge Desktop) Imaging Edge Desktop Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies...
Page 15 Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Select Media (Memory recall) Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C Focus Area Focus Settings Focus Area Limit Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) AF Illuminator (still image) Face/Eye AF Set.
Page 16 ISO Setting: ISO AUTO Min. SS Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Spot Metering Point Exposure step AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std. Adjust Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction External Flash Set. White Balance Priority Set in AWB D-Range Optimizer (DRO) Creative Style...
Page 17 Regist. Faces Priority Camera Settings2 Movie: Exposure Mode S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) S&Q Settings Proxy Recording AF drive speed (movie) AF Tracking Sens. (movie) Auto Slow Shutter (movie) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Level Display Audio Out Timing...
Page 18 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) FINDER/MONITOR Finder Frame Rate (still image) Zebra Setting Grid Line Exposure Set. Guide Live View Display Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Auto Review Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Dial Setup Av/Tv Rotate...
Page 19 Airplane Mode Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Wi-Fi Settings: Frequency Band (models supporting 5 GHz) Wi-Fi Settings: Display Wi-Fi Info. Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset Bluetooth Settings Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Edit Device Name Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) Security(IPsec) Reset Network Set.
Page 20 Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Display as Group Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Setup Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Gamma Disp. Assist Volume Settings Delete confirm.
Page 21: Precautions/This Product
USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting IPTC Information Copyright Info Write Serial Number Format Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode Rec. Media Settings: Auto Switch Media File/Folder Settings (still image) File Settings (movie) Recover Image DB Display Media Info.
Page 22 Cleaning the image sensor Cleaning Mode Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Using the battery charger abroad AVCHD format License Specifications Trademarks List of default setting values If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 23: Front Side
Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp When the lens is removed Mounting index Image sensor* Mount Lens contacts* Do not directly touch these parts. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 24: Rear Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Rear side Eyepiece Cup To remove the eyepiece cup Push the grips at the bottom of the eyepiece cup to the left and right and lift up the cup. Remove the eyepiece cup when attaching an angle viewfinder (sold separately). Also, select MENU →...
Page 25 For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button. Control wheel Access lamp For shooting: C4 button (Custom button 4) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 26: Top Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Top side Mode dial The mode dial is unlocked while you hold down the unlock button at the center. Rear dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode. Exposure compensation dial Pressing the lock button at the center switches the exposure compensation dial between the locked and unlocked status.
Page 27 For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’ accessories are not guaranteed.
Page 28: Side View
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Side view (Flash sync) terminal Speaker (Microphone) jack When an external microphone is connected, the built-in microphone turns off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.
Page 29 SLOT 2 (Memory card slot 2) Supports SD cards only (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II) For details on compatible accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 30 Insert the cable into one of the jacks. Insert the cable into the holding part and then secure the cable with the fixing dial (D). To remove the cable protector Loosen the attachment screw, and then remove the cable protector. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 31 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bottom Lock lever Battery insertion slot Battery cover When attaching an accessory such as a vertical grip (sold separately), remove the battery cover. To remove the battery cover Pull the battery cover release lever (A) in the direction of the arrow, and then remove the battery cover.
Page 32 Tripod socket hole Supports 1/4-20 UNC screws Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 33: Using The Control Wheel
During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Focus Standard Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 34: Using The Multi-Selector
Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right. The [Focus Standard] function is assigned to the center of the multi-selector in the default settings. Related Topic Focus Area Focus Standard 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: Using Menu Items
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
Page 36 Add Item Display From My Menu 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To Buttons (Custom Key)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
Page 38 Custom Key], the camera will switch to the shooting mode and recall the assigned function when you press the key in the playback mode. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 39 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) The Function menu is a menu of 12 functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu.
Page 40 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 41: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV How to use the Quick Navi screen The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor].
Page 42 Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable. When using [Creative Style], [Picture Profile], etc., some of the setup tasks can only be accomplished on a dedicated screen. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 43: How To Use The Keyboard
Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 44: List Of Icons On The Monitor
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.
Page 45 60M / 54M / 51M / 40M / 26M / 23M / 22M / 17M / 15M / 13M / 10M / 6.5M / 5.8M / 5.5M / 4.3M Image size of still images RAW recording (compressed/uncompressed) X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD File format of movies...
Page 46 Gamma Disp. Assist Focus Cancel Tracking Cancel Spot Focus Performing [Spot Focus] NFC active Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Connected to smartphone / Not connected to smartphone Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained Airplane Mode Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Battery...
Page 47 Face/Eye Priority in AF – Picture Profile Prioritize Rec. Media Focus indicator/exposure settings Focus indicator 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock/FEL lock/AWB lock Guides/other Tracking Cancel Guide display for tracking Focus Cancel Guide display for canceling focusing Control wheel function...
Page 48: Icons On The Playback Screen
REC Control 00:00:00:00 Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Pixel Shift Multi Shoot. Icons on the playback screen Single-image playback Histogram display Basic information Playback media View Mode IPTC Information Rating Protect DPOF DPOF set File number/Number of images in the view mode NFC active Remaining battery...
Page 49 Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” for other icons displayed in this area. Image information Latitude/longitude information Copyright information exists for image 2019 -1-1 10:37PM Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number C0003 Movie file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 50: Switching The Screen Display (While Shooting/During Playback)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder.
Page 51: Histogram Display
If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/underexposed warning). The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right.
Page 52 Related Topic DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
Page 54 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) Battery Charger (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.
Page 56 Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Eyepiece Cup (1) (Attached to the camera) Operating Instructions (1) Reference Guide (1) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Charging The Battery Pack Using A Charger
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Charging the battery pack using a charger Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. Place the battery pack on the battery charger aligning the direction of mark. Slide the battery pack to the end towards the arrow.
Page 58 Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. Related Topic...
Page 59: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Inserting/removing the battery pack Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Close the cover.
Page 61: Charging By Connecting To A Computer
Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 62: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images
Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) Using a FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (sold separately) The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 63: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)
(wall socket). When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 64 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Notes on the battery pack Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.
Page 65: Effective Use Of The Battery Pack
If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 66: Notes On Charging The Battery Pack
If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new or different one and check that the newly inserted battery is charging correctly. If the newly inserted battery is charging correctly, the previously inserted battery may be faulty. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product. Open the memory card cover. Insert the SD card into the slot 1. When using two memory cards, insert the second one into the slot 2.
Page 68: To Remove The Memory Card
Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
FAT32 Fully charge the battery pack before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card. Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: Notes On Memory Card
When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a malfunction. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Attaching/Removing A Lens
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Attaching/removing a lens Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the lens. Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens.
Page 72 When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment. Related Topic Attaching the lens hood 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 73: Attaching The Lens Hood
Remove the lens hood when using the flash as the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image. To store the lens hood after shooting, attach the lens hood to the lens backward. Related Topic Attaching/removing a lens 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Mount Adaptor
When a setting other than [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is selected for [Cont. Shooting], the focus is locked during the first shot, even if [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.
Page 75 Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens. Focus Mode: Single-shot AF/Automatic AF/Continuous AF/DMF (Direct Manual Focus)/Manual Focus When using a Mount Adaptor in the movie mode, adjust the aperture value and the focus manually. SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: La-Ea2/La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor
Even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [AF]. Even if [Priority Set in AF-C] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [Release]. Available focus area: Wide/Center/Flexible Spot/Tracking SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: Vertical Grip
The LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) and the vertical grip are not designed to be attached at the same time. If you attach them at the same time, the space between the Mount Adaptor and the vertical grip will become narrow, making the camera difficult to hold. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 79 While the plug-in plate of the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit is inserted in the camera, do not slide the battery lock lever of the camera. The plug-in plate will be ejected from the camera if you do so. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 80: Setting Language, Date And Time
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Setting language, date and time The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged.
Page 81 Related Topic Date/Time Setup Area Setting Using the control wheel 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: In-Camera Guide
The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings. Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the (Delete) button (A). The descriptions of the item are displayed. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: Shooting Still Images
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial.
Page 84 When the subject is moving, you cannot lock the focus even if [Focus Mode] has been set to [Automatic AF]. Related Topic List of mode dial function Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Playing back still images Auto Review Focus Mode Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 85: Focus Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.
Page 86 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 87: Focus Area
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 88 When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1, LA-EA3 or LA-EA5) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
Page 89 When [Subject Detection] for [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal], [Tracking] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area]. Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 90 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 91: Phase Detection Af
Also, even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens, the phase detection AF might not function unless you update the lens. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 92: Focus Standard
The camera focuses on the center of the screen when you press the key. Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 93: Focus Settings
You can set the area to be magnified when focusing manually. Front dial: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. Rear dial: Moves the area to be magnified right/left. Control wheel: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 94: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Switch V/H Af Area)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
Page 95 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 96 Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again. Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 98 AF w/ shutter], [ Pre-AF], and [ Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 99: Face/Eye Af Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Face/Eye AF Set. This function is used to determine whether or not the camera will focus with priority on faces or eyes. There are two ways to perform [Eye AF]. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
Page 100 Eye detection frame A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible, depending on the settings. The eye detection frame is displayed as follows when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal]. [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key.
Page 101 If you want the face or eye detection frame to disappear within a certain period of time after the camera has focused on the face or eye, set [AF Area Auto Clear] to [On]. To detect animal eyes, arrange the composition so that both eyes and the nose of the animal are within the angle of view. Once you focus on the animal’s face, the animal’s eyes will be detected more easily.
Page 103: Af In Focus Mag. (Still Image)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot.
Page 104 Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 105: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)
This function is available in still image shooting mode. This function is available when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 106: Focus Hold
Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned. Press the shutter button while holding down the key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 107 The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Lock Operation Parts] setting is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 109 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Frame Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 110: Pre-Af (Still Image)
Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 111: Eye-Start Af (Still Image)
Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 112 5(Responsive) / 4 / 3(Standard) / 2 / 1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 113: Priority Set In Af-S
Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 114: Priority Set In Af-C
Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 115: Af Illuminator (Still Image)
If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 116: Af Area Auto Clear
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 117: Disp. Cont. Af Area
Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 118: Phase Detect. Area
Detection AF. Phase Detection AF may not operate even with some compatible lens, such as lenses purchased in the past that have not been updated. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 119: Circ. Of Focus Point
The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Note Even if you set [Circ. of Focus Point] to [Circulate], the focusing frame will not circulate diagonally. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: Af Micro Adj
[Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
Page 121 When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Manual Focus
When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder. The displayed focus distance is just a reference. Related Topic Focus Magnifier Peaking Setting MF Assist (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 123: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Related Topic Peaking Setting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: Focus Magnifier
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].
Page 125 Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 126: Mf Assist (Still Image)
MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 127: Focus Magnif. Time
2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 128: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)
Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.9: Displays a 3.9-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 129: Peaking Setting
Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: Drive Mode
DRO Bracket : Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 131: Cont. Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Select (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Shooting]. You can also set the continuous shooting by selecting MENU →...
Page 132 The speed of continuous shooting decreases when you shoot with a flash. Related Topic Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Focus Mode Aperture Drive in AF (still image) AEL w/ shutter (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 133: Displaying Continuous Shooting Remaining Time Indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length)
Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 Set [Audio signals] to [Off] to turn off the beeping sound during the self-timer countdown. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Bracket]. Related Topic Audio signals 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 135: Self-Timer(Cont)
Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 5 Img. Hint Press the shutter button again or press on the control wheel to stop the count of the self-timer. Press on the control wheel and select (Single Shooting) to cancel the self-timer. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 136: Cont. Bracket
When the flash is used, the product performs flash bracket shooting, which shifts the amount of flash light even if [Cont. Bracket] is selected. Press the shutter button for each image. Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 137: Single Bracket
[ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When the exposure is compensated, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Indicator during bracket shooting Viewfinder Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Monitor (Display All Info. or Histogram) Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV...
Page 140 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 141: Dro Bracket
Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 142: Bracket Settings
Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). You can then create a movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge Desktop (Viewer).
Page 144 The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] is set to other than [Off] Related Topic Imaging Edge Desktop Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: Touch Operation
(Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 146: Touch Panel/Pad
Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 147 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. This function is available when [Focus Area] is set to a parameter other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot].
Page 148 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 149 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor When [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 150: Touch Pad Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
Page 151 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 152: File Format (Still Image)
If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) RAW File Type (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 153: Raw File Type (Still Image)
RAW format. Note When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 154: Jpeg Quality (Still Image)
Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 155: Jpeg Image Size (Still Image)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV JPEG Image Size (still image) The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded.
Page 156 4160×4160 pixels M：10M 3168×3168 pixels S：4.3M 2080×2080 pixels Note When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 157: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)
Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 158 For movies, it is approx. 1.6 times the focal length indicated on the lens. The angle of view for XAVC S 4K movies in the 30p format is approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 159: Angle Of View
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Angle of view The angle of view switches to the equivalent of full frame or APS-C/Super 35mm, depending on the setting for [APS- C/Super 35mm] and the attached lens. The angle of view is also different for still image shooting and movie shooting.
Page 160 Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 161: List Of Mode Dial Function
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV List of mode dial function You can switch the shooting mode according to the subject or purpose of shooting. Turn the mode dial to select the desired shooting mode. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial.
Page 162 Movie: Exposure Mode S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 163: Intelligent Auto
The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic About Scene Recognition 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 164: About Scene Recognition
When the product recognizes certain scenes, the following icons and guides are displayed on the first line: (Portrait) (Infant) (Night Portrait) (Night Scene) (Backlight Portrait) (Backlight) (Landscape) (Macro) (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scene using a tripod) Related Topic Intelligent Auto 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: Program Auto
Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 166: Aperture Priority
Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Aperture Preview 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 167: Shutter Priority
However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Long Exposure NR (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 168: Manual Exposure
When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 169: Bulb Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bulb shooting You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Bulb shooting is suitable for shooting trails from stars or fireworks, etc. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure).
Page 171 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 172: Movie: Exposure Mode
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 173: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode
Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 174: Exposure Comp
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 175 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Dial Ev Comp Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 176: Reset Ev Comp
Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 177: Dial Ev Comp
The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the front or rear dial. Related Topic Exposure Comp. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 178: Exposure Set. Guide
You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 179: Exposure Step
(Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 180: Metering Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details...
Page 181 Face Priority in Multi Metering D-Range Optimizer (DRO) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 183: Spot Metering Point
When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 184 Custom Key] → [AEL Button] → [AEL toggle], you can lock the exposure without holding down the button. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 185: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)
Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 186: Exposure Std. Adjust
If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 187: Exp.comp.set
(Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 188: Zebra Setting
To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], [DRO] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 190 The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 191 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 192 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 193: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.
Page 194 To use another zoom function than the optical zoom for movies, assign [Zoom] to the desired key using [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting About zoom scale Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 195: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)
You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 196: Zoom Setting
However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 197: About Zoom Scale
Full-frame Approx. 6.1× Digital Zoom APS-C Approx. 5.3× Full-frame Approx. 8× APS-C Approx. 8× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting JPEG Image Size (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 198: Zoom Ring Rotate
Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 199: White Balance
It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 200: Priority Set In Awb
Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 201: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)
If you use a flash when capturing a basic white color, the custom white balance will be registered with the lighting from the flash. Be sure to use a flash whenever you shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 203: Creative Style
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 204 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 206: Picture Effect
When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function is not available. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 207: Color Space (Still Image)
Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 208: Anti-Flicker Shoot. (Still Image)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Anti-flicker Shoot. (still image) Detects flickering/blinking from artificial light sources such as fluorescent lighting and times the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact. This function reduces differences in the exposure and color tone caused by flickering between the upper area and the lower area of an image shot with fast shutter speed and during continuous shooting.
Page 210: Release W/O Lens
Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 211: Release W/O Card
Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 212: Silent Shooting (Still Image)
Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Picture Effect Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shutter BULB shooting After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 213: E-Front Curtain Shutter
[On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven. When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. In such cases, set [e-Front Curtain Shutter] to [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 214 Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod, etc. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 215: Steadyshot Settings
When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 216 Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 217: Long Exposure Nr (Still Image)
Long Exposure NR] is set to [On] in the following situations: [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 218: High Iso Nr (Still Image)
High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 219: Regist. Faces Priority
To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Face/Eye AF Set. Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 220: Face Registration (New Registration)
Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 221: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)
When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 222: Face Registration (Delete)
If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 223 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Shooting still images with a higher resolution (Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.) You can create images with a higher resolution than is possible with regular shooting by recording four or sixteen RAW images and then combining them on a computer. This is helpful when shooting still subjects such as works of art or architecture.
Page 224 When shooting in the [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] mode, you cannot use the optical wireless flash. If shooting is set to a mode other than P/A/S/M, you cannot perform [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.]. If you use a Mount Adaptor, the shooting interval may be longer. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 225: Using Flash (Sold Separately)
When shooting with an external flash, light and dark stripes may appear on the image if the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/4000 seconds. If this occurs, Sony recommends shooting in the manual flash mode and setting the flash level to 1/2 or higher.
Page 226 Related Topic Flash Mode Wireless Flash Using a flash with a sync terminal cord 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 227: Red-Eye Reduction
Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 228: Flash Mode
Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 229: Flash Comp
If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 230 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV FEL lock The flash level is automatically adjusted so that the subject gets the optimum exposure during normal flash shooting. You can also set the flash level in advance. FEL: Flash Exposure Level MENU →...
Page 231 If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are fixed, lights up. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 232: Menu Item Details
You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
Page 233 Related Topic Version 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 234: Wireless Flash
For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 235: Using A Flash With A Sync Terminal Cord
Auto white balance function is not recommended. Use the custom white balance function to achieve a more accurate white balance. When a flash is connected to the (flash sync) terminal, the flash indicator will not be displayed. Related Topic Manual Exposure Live View Display Flash Comp. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 236: Shooting Movies
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to [Always] in the default setting, movie recording can be started from any shooting mode.
Page 237 Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to a computer. Related Topic MOVIE Button Movie w/ shutter File Format (movie) Recordable movie times Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 239: Movie W/ Shutter
When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 240: Movie Recording Formats
The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time. Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) AVCHD format 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 241: File Format (Movie)
Record Setting] is set to [30p 100M] or [30p 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 242: Record Setting (Movie)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
Page 243 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 244: Playback Speed
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 245 The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 246: Proxy Recording
Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 247: Audio Recording
Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 248: Audio Level Display
The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 249: Audio Rec Level
[Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 250: Audio Out Timing
Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 251: Wind Noise Reduct
Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 252: Picture Profile
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
Page 253 The camera can record HDR movies when a gamma from [HLG], [HLG1] to [HLG3] is selected in the picture profile. Picture profile preset [PP10] provides an example setting for HDR recording. Movies recorded using [PP10] can be viewed with a wider range of brightness than usual when played back on a TV supporting Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG). This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed.
Page 254 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 255 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 256: Gamma Disp. Assist
[Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 258 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 259: Af Drive Speed (Movie)
Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 260 Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 261 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change.
Page 262 [Recording Mode] is set to [Standard], [Simult. ( )], [Sort(RAW/JPEG)], [Sort(JPEG/RAW)] or [Sort( )]. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 263: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch
Press the key to which [TC/UB Disp. Switch] is assigned. Each time you press the key, the monitor display will switch from the movie recording time counter → time code (TC) → user bit (UB), in that order. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 264: Movie Button
Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 265: Marker Display (Movie)
The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 266: Marker Settings (Movie)
Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 4K Output Select (movie) You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (movie).
Page 268 HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 269: Video Light Mode
The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 270: Playing Back Still Images
You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Related Topic Recover Image DB Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Display as Group 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 271: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)
You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 272: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)
Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 273: Rotating An Image (Rotate)
Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor or viewfinder of the camera. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 274 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 275 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 276: Playing Back Movies
Even if you shoot the movie vertically, the movie will be displayed horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 277: Volume Settings
Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 278: Photo Capture
Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 279: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)
While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 280: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)
When you use the Image Jump function and [Image Jump Method] is set to a parameter other than [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images], movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 281: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)
Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 282 [Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 283 MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval Imaging Edge Desktop 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 284 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the front/rear dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 285: Selecting Which Memory Card To Play Back (Select Playback Media)
When you select [Date View] in [View Mode], the camera only plays back images from a memory card selected using [Select Playback Media]. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 286: Copying Images From One Memory Card To Another (Copy)
XAVC S movies can only be copied to a memory card that supports XAVC S movies. A message will be displayed on the monitor of the camera when images cannot be copied. Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 287: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)
Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 288: Protecting Images (Protect)
If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 289 (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 290 Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 291: Specifying Images To Be Printed (Specify Printing)
The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 292: Deleting A Displayed Image
You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 293: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)
[Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 294: Delete Confirm
You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 295: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required.
Page 296 Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 297 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Customization features of the camera The camera has various customization features such as registration of functions and shooting settings to custom keys. You can combine your preferred settings to customize the camera for easier operation.
Page 298 * Some settings cannot be saved on a memory card. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Add Item Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Save/Load Settings 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 299: Items That Can Be Registered
M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. When registering the settings on a memory card, only a memory card that has been selected using [ Select Media] can be used. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 300: Select Media (Memory Recall)
Selects the memory card slot from which settings are recalled or to which settings are registered for M1 through M4. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Select Media] → desired slot. Menu item details Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 301: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
Page 302 Depending on the attached lens and the status of the camera when the registered setting recall is executed, the registered settings may not take effect. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 303 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the front dial, rear dial, and control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
Page 304 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Lock Operation Parts] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 305: Dial Setup
The front dial is used to change the shutter speed and the rear dial to change the aperture value. The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed. Note The [Dial Setup] function is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 306 Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 307: Lock Operation Parts
You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note If you set [ AF Area Registration] to [On], [Lock Operation Parts] will be fixed to [Off]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 308 The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 310 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 311: Delete Item
To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 312: Delete Page
Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 313: Delete All
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 314 (My Menu) → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 315: Auto Review
When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 316: Aperture Preview
Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Shot. Result Preview 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 317: Shot. Result Preview
Preview], but some effects cannot be previewed depending on the shooting settings. Even in that case, the settings you have selected will be applied to the images you shoot. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Aperture Preview 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 318: Live View Display
[Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 319 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 320 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 321: Monitor Brightness
Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 322: Viewfinder Bright
When using the viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 323: Finder Color Temp
(Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 324: Finder Frame Rate (Still Image)
Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 325: Display Quality
Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 326: Bright Monitoring
When [Focus Settings] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change. Related Topic Live View Display 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 327 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 328: File Number
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV File/Folder Settings (still image) Sets file names for still images to be shot, and specifies folders for storing the shot still images. MENU → (Setup) → [ File/Folder Settings] → desired setting.
Page 330 If you insert a memory card used with [File Name Format] set to one of the following into another device, the memory card may not function properly. [Title] [Date + Title] [Title + Date] If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 331: Display Media Info
Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.] → desired memory card slot. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 332: Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media
To record the same image on two memory cards at the same time or to sort recorded images onto two memory card slots by the image type (still image/movie), use [Recording Mode]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 333: Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode
Even when [Recording Mode] is set to [Sort(RAW/JPEG)] or [Sort(JPEG/RAW)], if [RAW & JPEG] is not selected under [ File Format], only files of the selected format will be recorded. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 334: Rec. Media Settings: Auto Switch Media
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Rec. Media Settings: Auto Switch Media If a memory card in use becomes full or you have forgotten to insert a memory card into a slot, you can record images to the other memory card.
Page 335 When you replace the memory card that has become full with a recordable memory card, the camera starts simultaneous recording with the selected setting again. Example: When [Prioritize Rec. Media] is set to [Slot 1] ([Recording Mode]: [Simult. ( : Simultaneous recording is available. : Recording is disabled.
Page 336 If you want to continually record with the settings selected with [Recording Mode] and [Prioritize Rec. Media], set [Auto Switch Media] to [Off]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Recordable movie times Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 337: Recover Image Db
(Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → desired memory card slot → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 338: Audio Signals
Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 339: Power Save Start Time
While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV While [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On] When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 340 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 When [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using an infrared remote commander. An infrared remote commander cannot be used while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 342: Ntsc/Pal Selector
If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 343: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Resolution
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 344: Hdmi Settings: 24P/60P Output (Movie) (Only For 1080 60I Compatible Models)
24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 345: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Info. Display
Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 346: Hdmi Settings: Tc Output (Movie)
Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 347: Hdmi Settings: Rec Control (Movie)
TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 348: Hdmi Settings: Ctrl For Hdmi
If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 349: Usb Connection
The memory card in memory card slot 1 is the connection target. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 350: Usb Lun Setting
Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 351: Usb Power Supply
Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 352: Save/Load Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Save/Load Settings You can save/load camera settings to/from a memory card. You can also load settings from another camera of the same model. MENU → (Setup) → [Save/Load Settings] → desired item.
Page 353 You can save up to 10 settings per memory card. When 10 settings have been already saved, you cannot perform [Save New]. Overwrite the existing settings. Only Slot 1 is used for saving or loading data. You cannot change the saving/loading destination slot. You cannot load settings from a camera of a different model. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 354 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 355: Date/Time Setup
To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 356: Area Setting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 357: Copyright Info
In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
Page 358 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 359 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 360 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 361: Demo Mode
You can activate this function only when the product is connected using a dedicated AC Adaptor. When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. [Demo Mode] always displays movies on the memory card in memory card slot 1. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 362: Setting Reset
The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 363 Imaging Edge Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If Imaging Edge Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on Imaging Edge Mobile, refer to the support page (https://www.sony.net/iem/). Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.
Page 364: Ctrl W/ Smartphone
Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 365 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Controlling the camera using a smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 366 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Airplane Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 367: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Qr Code)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the QR Code. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 368 Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 369: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Ssid)
If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 370: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Qr Code)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR Code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad.
Page 371 Imaging Edge Mobile Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 372: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Ssid)
If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 373: Menu Item Details
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
Page 374 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 375 Menu item details Proxy Only: Transfers only proxy movies. Original Only: Transfers only original movies. Proxy & Original: Transfers both proxy and original movies. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 376 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Send to Smartphone Func.: Cnct. during Power OFF 　 Sets whether or not to accept Bluetooth connections from a smartphone while the camera is turned off. When [Cnct. during Power OFF] is set to [On], you can browse images on the camera's memory card and transfer images from the camera to a smartphone by operating the smartphone.
Page 378 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies and slow-motion and quick- motion movies.
Page 379 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 380: Preparation In Advance
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 381 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile before trying again.
Page 382 　Refer to the support page for the latest information. https://www.sony.net/iem/ For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 383 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth remote commander RMT-P1BT (sold separately). Select MENU → (Network) → [Bluetooth Settings] → [Bluetooth Function] → [On] in advance. Refer to the instruction manual for the Bluetooth remote commander as well.
Page 384 While [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On], the camera will not switch to the power-saving mode. Change the setting to [Off] when you are done using the Bluetooth remote commander. Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 385: Slideshow Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Page 386 Movies cannot be shown on a TV via Wi-Fi. Use an HDMI cable (sold separately). When [Display as Group] is set to [On], only the first image of the group is transferred to the TV. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 387: Airplane Mode
When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 388: Wi-Fi Settings: Wps Push
In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 389: Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 390 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 391 (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz Note If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 392 [FTP Function] under [FTP Transfer Func.] is set to [On], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. [PC Remote] is set to [On] and [PC Remote Cnct Method] is set to [Wi-Fi Access Point] under [PC Remote Function], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 393: Wi-Fi Settings: Ssid/Pw Reset
If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings of the computer. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 394: Bluetooth Settings
Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 395: Edit Device Name
(Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 396 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Import Root Certificate]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 397 The authentication expires after 24 hours. Encrypted communications can only be made with devices that are configured correctly. Communications with other devices are not encrypted. For details on the IPsec configuration, consult the administrator of the network for your device. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 398: Reset Network Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 399: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 400: Playmemories Home
You can create a disc from movies imported to a computer. Blu-ray discs or AVCHD discs can be created from XAVC S-format movies. For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 401: Installing Playmemories Home
Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 402: Connecting To A Computer
Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Related Topic USB Connection USB LUN Setting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 403: Importing Images To The Computer Without Using Playmemories Home
Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies or XAVC S movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. If you delete images or perform other operations from the connected computer, the image database file may become inconsistent.
Page 404: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer
On some computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In this case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 405 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Uses a Wi-Fi or USB connection, etc. to control the camera from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer.
Page 406 While a still image is being played back on the camera, you cannot shoot with [PC Remote]. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can only be selected when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 407: Send To Computer
If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 408 You can set up image transferring using an FTP server or transfer images to the FTP server. Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ (Network) → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. MENU → Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 409 For details on how to use Imaging Edge Desktop, refer to the support page. https://www.sony.net/disoft/help/ Installing Imaging Edge Desktop on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/d/ Related Topic USB Connection Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 410: Selecting A Disc To Be Created
A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 4, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high- definition image quality (HD) disc.
Page 411 Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 412: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies
α7RIV Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 4, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.
Page 413: Creating Dvd Discs (Avchd Recording Discs) From High-Definition Image Quality Movies
You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD-compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 4, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.
Page 414: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies
For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. Related Topic Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 415 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
Page 416 Add Item Display From My Menu 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 417 If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) RAW File Type (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 418 RAW format. Note When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 419 Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 420 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV JPEG Image Size (still image) The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded.
Page 421 4160×4160 pixels M：10M 3168×3168 pixels S：4.3M 2080×2080 pixels Note When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 422 Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 423 For movies, it is approx. 1.6 times the focal length indicated on the lens. The angle of view for XAVC S 4K movies in the 30p format is approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 424 Long Exposure NR] is set to [On] in the following situations: [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 425 High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 426 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 427 Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 428: Menu Item Details
DRO Bracket : Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 429 Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 430 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). You can then create a movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge Desktop (Viewer).
Page 431 The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] is set to other than [Off] Related Topic Imaging Edge Desktop Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 432 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Shooting still images with a higher resolution (Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.) You can create images with a higher resolution than is possible with regular shooting by recording four or sixteen RAW images and then combining them on a computer. This is helpful when shooting still subjects such as works of art or architecture.
Page 433 When shooting in the [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] mode, you cannot use the optical wireless flash. If shooting is set to a mode other than P/A/S/M, you cannot perform [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.]. If you use a Mount Adaptor, the shooting interval may be longer. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 434 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 435: Items That Can Be Registered
M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. When registering the settings on a memory card, only a memory card that has been selected using [ Select Media] can be used. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 436 Selects the memory card slot from which settings are recalled or to which settings are registered for M1 through M4. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Select Media] → desired slot. Menu item details Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 437 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
Page 438 Depending on the attached lens and the status of the camera when the registered setting recall is executed, the registered settings may not take effect. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 439 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.
Page 440 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 441 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 442 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 443 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 444 When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1, LA-EA3 or LA-EA5) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
Page 445 When [Subject Detection] for [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal], [Tracking] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area]. Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 446 You can set the area to be magnified when focusing manually. Front dial: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. Rear dial: Moves the area to be magnified right/left. Control wheel: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 447 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 448 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
Page 449 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 450 If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 451 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Face/Eye AF Set. This function is used to determine whether or not the camera will focus with priority on faces or eyes. There are two ways to perform [Eye AF]. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
Page 452 Eye detection frame A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible, depending on the settings. The eye detection frame is displayed as follows when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal]. [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key.
Page 453 If you want the face or eye detection frame to disappear within a certain period of time after the camera has focused on the face or eye, set [AF Area Auto Clear] to [On]. To detect animal eyes, arrange the composition so that both eyes and the nose of the animal are within the angle of view. Once you focus on the animal’s face, the animal’s eyes will be detected more easily.
Page 455 5(Responsive) / 4 / 3(Standard) / 2 / 1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 456 When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 457 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 458 Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 459 Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 460 The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Lock Operation Parts] setting is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 461 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 462 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Frame Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 463 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 464 Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 465 Detection AF. Phase Detection AF may not operate even with some compatible lens, such as lenses purchased in the past that have not been updated. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 466: Menu Item Details
The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Note Even if you set [Circ. of Focus Point] to [Circulate], the focusing frame will not circulate diagonally. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 467 [Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
Page 468 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 469 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Dial Ev Comp Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 470 Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 471 The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 472 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 473 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 474: Metering Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details...
Page 475 Face Priority in Multi Metering D-Range Optimizer (DRO) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 476 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 477 When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 478 (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 479 Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 480 If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 481 Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 482 If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 483 (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 484 For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 485 Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 486 You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
Page 487 Related Topic Version 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 488 It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 489 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 490 Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], [DRO] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 491 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 492 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 494 When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function is not available. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 495 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
Page 496 The camera can record HDR movies when a gamma from [HLG], [HLG1] to [HLG3] is selected in the picture profile. Picture profile preset [PP10] provides an example setting for HDR recording. Movies recorded using [PP10] can be viewed with a wider range of brightness than usual when played back on a TV supporting Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG). This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed.
Page 497 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 498 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 499 Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 500 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].
Page 501 Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 502 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 503 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.9: Displays a 3.9-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 504 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot.
Page 505 Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 506 MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 507 Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 508 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Anti-flicker Shoot. (still image) Detects flickering/blinking from artificial light sources such as fluorescent lighting and times the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact. This function reduces differences in the exposure and color tone caused by flickering between the upper area and the lower area of an image shot with fast shutter speed and during continuous shooting.
Page 510 Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 511 When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 512 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 513 To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Face/Eye AF Set. Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 514 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 515 Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 516 Record Setting] is set to [30p 100M] or [30p 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 517 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
Page 518 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 519 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 520 The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 521 Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 522 Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 523 Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 524 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 525 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 526 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 527 [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 528 The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 529 Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 530 Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 531 The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 532 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 533 The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 534 When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 535 Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Picture Effect Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shutter BULB shooting After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 536 [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven. When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. In such cases, set [e-Front Curtain Shutter] to [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 537 Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 538 Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 539 Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod, etc. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 540: Menu Item Details
When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 541 You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 542 However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 543 Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 544 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
Page 545 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 546 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 547 Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 548 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 549 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 550 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 551 [Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 552 Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 553 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 554 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
Page 555 Custom Key], the camera will switch to the shooting mode and recall the assigned function when you press the key in the playback mode. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 556 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) The Function menu is a menu of 12 functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu.
Page 557 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 558 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the front dial, rear dial, and control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
Page 559 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Lock Operation Parts] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 560 The front dial is used to change the shutter speed and the rear dial to change the aperture value. The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed. Note The [Dial Setup] function is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 561 Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 562 The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the front or rear dial. Related Topic Exposure Comp. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 563 The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 564 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. This function is available when [Focus Area] is set to a parameter other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot].
Page 565 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 566 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor When [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 567 Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 568 You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note If you set [ AF Area Registration] to [On], [Lock Operation Parts] will be fixed to [Off]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 569 Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 570 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
Page 571 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 572 Menu item details Proxy Only: Transfers only proxy movies. Original Only: Transfers only original movies. Proxy & Original: Transfers both proxy and original movies. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 573 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Send to Smartphone Func.: Cnct. during Power OFF 　 Sets whether or not to accept Bluetooth connections from a smartphone while the camera is turned off. When [Cnct. during Power OFF] is set to [On], you can browse images on the camera's memory card and transfer images from the camera to a smartphone by operating the smartphone.
Page 575 If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 576 You can set up image transferring using an FTP server or transfer images to the FTP server. Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 577 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Page 578 Movies cannot be shown on a TV via Wi-Fi. Use an HDMI cable (sold separately). When [Display as Group] is set to [On], only the first image of the group is transferred to the TV. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 579 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 580 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Uses a Wi-Fi or USB connection, etc. to control the camera from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer.
Page 581 While a still image is being played back on the camera, you cannot shoot with [PC Remote]. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can only be selected when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 582 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 583 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 584 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 585 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 586 (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz Note If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 587 [FTP Function] under [FTP Transfer Func.] is set to [On], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. [PC Remote] is set to [On] and [PC Remote Cnct Method] is set to [Wi-Fi Access Point] under [PC Remote Function], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 588 If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings of the computer. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 589 Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 590 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 591 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile before trying again.
Page 592 　Refer to the support page for the latest information. https://www.sony.net/iem/ For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 593 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth remote commander RMT-P1BT (sold separately). Select MENU → (Network) → [Bluetooth Settings] → [Bluetooth Function] → [On] in advance. Refer to the instruction manual for the Bluetooth remote commander as well.
Page 594 While [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On], the camera will not switch to the power-saving mode. Change the setting to [Off] when you are done using the Bluetooth remote commander. Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 595 (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 596 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Import Root Certificate]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 597 The authentication expires after 24 hours. Encrypted communications can only be made with devices that are configured correctly. Communications with other devices are not encrypted. For details on the IPsec configuration, consult the administrator of the network for your device. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 598 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 599 If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 600 Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor or viewfinder of the camera. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 601 [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 602 (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 603 Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 604 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 605 XAVC S movies can only be copied to a memory card that supports XAVC S movies. A message will be displayed on the monitor of the camera when images cannot be copied. Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 606 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 607 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 608 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 609 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 610 MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval Imaging Edge Desktop 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 611 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the front/rear dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 612 Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 613 When you select [Date View] in [View Mode], the camera only plays back images from a memory card selected using [Select Playback Media]. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 614 Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 615 While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 616 [Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 617 Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 618 When you use the Image Jump function and [Image Jump Method] is set to a parameter other than [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images], movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 619 Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 620 When using the viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 621 (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 622 [Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 623 Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 624 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 625 Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 626 While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV While [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On] When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 627 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 628 If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 629: Cleaning Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Cleaning Mode If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. If this happens, follow the steps below to clean the image sensor.
Page 630 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 631 (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 632 Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 633 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
Page 634 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 635 You can activate this function only when the product is connected using a dedicated AC Adaptor. When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. [Demo Mode] always displays movies on the memory card in memory card slot 1. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 636 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change.
Page 637 [Recording Mode] is set to [Standard], [Simult. ( )], [Sort(RAW/JPEG)], [Sort(JPEG/RAW)] or [Sort( )]. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 638 When [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using an infrared remote commander. An infrared remote commander cannot be used while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 639 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 640 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 641 Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 642 Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 643 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 644 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 645 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 4K Output Select (movie) You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (movie).
Page 646 HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 647 The memory card in memory card slot 1 is the connection target. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 648 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 649 Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 650 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 651 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 652 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 653 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 654 In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
Page 655 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 656 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 657 To record the same image on two memory cards at the same time or to sort recorded images onto two memory card slots by the image type (still image/movie), use [Recording Mode]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 658 Even when [Recording Mode] is set to [Sort(RAW/JPEG)] or [Sort(JPEG/RAW)], if [RAW & JPEG] is not selected under [ File Format], only files of the selected format will be recorded. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 659 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Rec. Media Settings: Auto Switch Media If a memory card in use becomes full or you have forgotten to insert a memory card into a slot, you can record images to the other memory card.
Page 660 When you replace the memory card that has become full with a recordable memory card, the camera starts simultaneous recording with the selected setting again. Example: When [Prioritize Rec. Media] is set to [Slot 1] ([Recording Mode]: [Simult. ( : Simultaneous recording is available. : Recording is disabled.
Page 661 If you want to continually record with the settings selected with [Recording Mode] and [Prioritize Rec. Media], set [Auto Switch Media] to [Off]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Recordable movie times Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 662: File Number
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV File/Folder Settings (still image) Sets file names for still images to be shot, and specifies folders for storing the shot still images. MENU → (Setup) → [ File/Folder Settings] → desired setting.
Page 664 If you insert a memory card used with [File Name Format] set to one of the following into another device, the memory card may not function properly. [Title] [Date + Title] [Title + Date] If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 665 (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → desired memory card slot → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 666 Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.] → desired memory card slot. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 667 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 668 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Save/Load Settings You can save/load camera settings to/from a memory card. You can also load settings from another camera of the same model. MENU → (Setup) → [Save/Load Settings] → desired item.
Page 669 You can save up to 10 settings per memory card. When 10 settings have been already saved, you cannot perform [Save New]. Overwrite the existing settings. Only Slot 1 is used for saving or loading data. You cannot change the saving/loading destination slot. You cannot load settings from a camera of a different model. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 670 The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 671 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 672 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 673 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 674 Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 675 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 676 (My Menu) → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 677: On Operating Temperatures
Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record, or loss of or damage to recorded images or audio data, due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.
Page 678: On Moisture Condensation
If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed.
Page 679 For lens-integrated cameras Always attach the lens cap when you are not using the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap) For interchangeable-lens cameras Always attach the lens front cap or body cap when you are not using the camera. To prevent dust or debris from getting inside the camera, remove dust from the body cap before attaching it to the camera.
Page 680: On Image Data Compatibility
Notes on security SONY WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA LEAKS CAUSED BY TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, OR OTHER SECURITY PROBLEMS.
Page 681: Cleaning The Lens
If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 682 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Cleaning Mode If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. If this happens, follow the steps below to clean the image sensor.
Page 683 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 684: Number Of Recordable Images
The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 685: Recordable Movie Times
When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card.
Page 686: Notes On Continuous Movie Recording
File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. Related Topic Battery life and number of recordable images 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 687: Using The Battery Charger Abroad
Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 688: Avchd Format
As the AVCHD format uses compression coding technology, the picture may be unstable in scenes where the screen, angle of view, or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 689: Notes On The License
Android products may be unable to access the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder on this product. In this case, a message such as “Unsupported Sony USB drive” may be displayed by the Android product. It is therefore recommended that you use a device other than an Android product to read the licenses.
Page 690: Specifications
Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format 35 mm full frame (35.7 mm × 23.8 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 61 000 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.
Page 691 Based on our measurement conditions. The speed of continuous shooting can be slower, depending on the shooting conditions. [Recording format] File format JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) Movie (XAVC S format) MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0 format compliant Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264...
Page 692 Slot for SD cards (UHS-I and UHS-II compatible) Supports operations between two memory cards. [Input/output terminals] USB Type-C terminal SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2) Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Supports Micro USB compatible devices. HDMI HDMI type D micro jack (Microphone) terminal Ø...
Page 693 Rated input 100 – 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.38 A Rated output 8.4 V , 1.6 A Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 Rated voltage 7.2 V Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 694 XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Page 695: List Of Default Setting Values
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV List of default setting values The following are the default setting values. To reset settings to the default values Select MENU→ (Setup) → [Setting Reset] → [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] → [Enter].
Page 696 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Drive Mode Single Shooting Bracket Settings (Selftimer during Bracket) Bracket Settings (Bracket order) 0→-→+ Interval Shoot Func. (Interval Shooting) Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Start Time) 1 Sec Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Interval) 3 Sec Interval Shoot Func.
Page 697 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] AF w/ shutter ― Pre-AF ― Eye-Start AF ― AF Area Registration ― Del. Regist. AF Area ― ― Focus Frame Color White ― AF Area Auto Clear ― Disp. cont. AF area ―...
Page 698: Camera Settings2
Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Flash Comp. ±0.0 Exp.comp.set Ambient&flash ― Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction External Flash Set. (Ext. Flash Firing Set.) ― ― External Flash Set. (Ext. Flash Cust. Set.) ― ― White Balance Auto Priority Set in AWB Standard...
Page 699: Default Setting Value
Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Record Setting (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 24p 60M/25p 60M 4K]) Record Setting (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 60p 50M/50p 50M HD]) 60i 17M(FH)/50i Record Setting (when [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD])
Page 700 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Zoom ― ― Zoom Setting Optical zoom only ― Zoom Ring Rotate Left(W)/Right(T) ― DISP Button (Monitor) Display All Info. ― DISP Button (Finder) Level ― FINDER/MONITOR Auto ― Finder Frame Rate Standard ―...
Page 701 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Follow Custom ( Custom Key (Custom Button 2) ― Follow Custom ( Custom Key (Custom Button 3) ― Follow Custom ( Custom Key (Custom Button 4) ― Follow Custom ( Custom Key (Multi-Slc Center Btn) ―...
Page 702 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Audio signals ― Network To reset the items for [Network] to the default values, select [Initialize] or [Reset Network Set.]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset]. MENU items Default setting value Send to Smartphone Func.
Page 703 MENU items Default setting value Location Info. Link Set. (Auto Time Correct.) (when [Location Info. Link] is set to [On]) Location Info. Link Set. (Auto Area Adjust.) (when [Location Info. Link] is set to [On]) Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Edit Device Name ―...
Page 704 MENU items Default setting value Display as Group Display Rotation Auto Image Jump Setting (Select Dial) Front Dial Image Jump Setting (Image Jump Method) One by one Setup To reset the items for [Setup] to the default values, select [Initialize]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset].
Page 705 MENU items Default setting value IR Remote Ctrl HDMI Settings (HDMI Resolution) Auto HDMI Settings ( 24p/60p Output) HDMI Settings (HDMI Info. Display) HDMI Settings ( TC Output) HDMI Settings ( REC Control) HDMI Settings (CTRL FOR HDMI) 4K Output Select Memory Card+HDMI USB Connection Auto...
Page 706 To reset the items for [My Menu] to the default values, select [Initialize] or [Delete All]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset]. MENU items Default setting value Add Item ― Sort Item ― Delete Item ― Delete Page ― Delete All ― Display From My Menu 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 707: Troubleshooting
Initialize the settings. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. https://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Setting Reset 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 708: Warning Messages
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Power insufficient. The image copying or the image sensor cleaning function will not operate because the remaining battery level is too low.
Page 709 There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back an AVCHD movie because the Image Database File is damaged.
Page 710 Notes on memory card Format Release w/o Lens 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 711 If you use two memory-card slots, you can automatically switch to recording with the other memory card when the memory card in use becomes full. ILCE-7RM4A support information This website provides basic information about the camera and information regarding compatible lenses and accessories. (Another window will open.) 5-027-206-12(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...

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