Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 Instruction Manual page 87

ISO
Adjusts the luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Program Auto, Manual Exposure
Shooting or (Advanced Sports Shooting) in Scene Selection.
1 MENU t (ISO) t desired mode
(Auto)
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Notes
• You cannot select [ISO AUTO] in Manual Exposure Shooting mode.
• You can select only from [ISO AUTO], [ISO 125] to [ISO 800] in Burst/Bracket mode or
Sports Shooting) in Scene Selection.
z Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure
Index)
ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that
receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO
sensitivity.
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects
by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).
High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing
shutter speed to reduce blur.
However, the image tends to become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image.
However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become
darker.
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