Page 1 4-172-684-21(1) DSC-H55 GB Digital Still Camera/Instruction Manual ES Cámara fotografía digital/Manual de instrucciones © 2010 Sony Corporation...
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
English Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-H55 Serial No. ______________________________...
Page 3: Battery Charger
• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry.
Page 4: Regulatory Information
The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-H55 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
Page 5: For Customers In Europe
For Customers in Europe Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
Page 6 If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF) on supplied CD-ROM ................8 Checking the accessories supplied ........8 Notes on using the camera..........8 Identifying parts ..............11 Charging the battery pack..........12 Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold separately) .................14 Setting the clock ..............17 Shooting/viewing images Shooting still images............18...
Page 8: Refer To "Cyber-Shot Handbook" (Pdf) On Supplied Cd-Rom
Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF) on supplied CD-ROM For details on advanced operations, please read “Cyber- shot Handbook” (PDF) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” for in-depth instructions on shooting or viewing images and connecting the camera to your computer, printer or TV (page 21).
Page 9 Notes on recording/playback • When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.
Page 10 JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera.
Page 11: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts J Hook for wrist strap (Playback) button L Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ (Delete) button N MENU button O Tripod receptacle • 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.
Page 12: Charging The Battery Pack
Charging the battery pack Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. • You can charge the battery even when it is partially charged. Battery pack Connect the battery For customers in the USA and Canada charger to the wall Plug outlet (wall socket).
Page 13: Using The Camera Abroad
• When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the battery charger. • Be sure to use the battery pack or the battery charger of the genuine Sony brand. Battery life and number of still images you can record/view Battery life (min.)
Page 14: Inserting The Battery Pack/A Memory Card (Sold Separately)
Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold separately) Open the cover. Insert the memory card (sold separately). With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. Insert the battery pack. Check the direction of the battery, insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever in...
Page 15: Memory Cards That You Can Use
Memory cards that you can use The following memory cards are compatible with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, “Memory Stick Duo” media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards. MultiMediaCard is not compatible. In this manual, “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Page 16: To Remove The Battery Pack
To remove the battery pack Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not Battery eject lever to drop the battery pack. Checking the remaining battery charge A remaining charge indicator appears on the LCD screen. High Notes • It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears. •...
Page 17: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock Press the ON/OFF (Power) ON/OFF (Power) button button. The camera is turned on. • It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. Select a setting item with v/V on the control button, then press z.
Page 18: Shooting Still Images
Shooting still images Set the mode dial to ON/OFF (Power) button (Intelligent Auto Adjustment), then press Mode dial the ON/OFF (Power) button. Hold the camera steady as illustrated. • Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to (T) to zoom in, and to (W) to zoom out. Press the shutter button Shutter halfway down to focus.
Page 19: Shooting Movies
Shooting movies Set the mode dial to ON/OFF (Power) button (Movie Mode), then press the ON/OFF Mode dial (Power) button. Press the shutter button fully down to start recording. Press the shutter button fully down again to stop recording. Note •...
Page 20: Viewing Images
Viewing images Press the (Playback) button. • When images on a memory card recorded with other cameras are played back on this camera, the registration screen for the data file (Playback) button appears. Selecting next/previous image Select an image with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button.
Page 21: Cyber-Shot Handbook" (Pdf)
Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot Handbook”) “Cyber-shot Handbook”, which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. For Windows users Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
Page 22: List Of Icons Displayed On The Screen
List of icons displayed on the screen When shooting still images Display Indication Scene Recognition Burst Settings Bracket Shooting Bracket Settings Smile Detection • The icons are limited in (Easy Sensitivity indicator Shooting) mode. When shooting movies Zoom scaling Display Indication Display Indication...
Page 23 Display Indication Recording folder Number of recordable images 100Min Recordable time Recording/Playback Media (Memory card, internal memory) AF illuminator Red-eye reduction Flash mode Flash charging Display Indication Self-timer C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display Destination Overheating warning Face Detection Database file full/ Database file error AF range finder frame Spot metering cross hair Histogram...
Page 24: Number Of Still Images And Recordable Time Of Movies
Number of still images and recordable time of movies The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. Still images/Panoramic images (Units: Images) Capacity Internal Memory card formatted with this camera memory Approx.
Page 25: Precautions
Movies The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes. (Units: hour : minute : second) Capacity Internal Memory card formatted with this camera memory Approx.
Page 26 Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing: –...
Page 27: Specifications
Effective pixel number of camera: USB communication: Hi-Speed USB Approx. 14.1 Megapixels (USB 2.0 compliant) Lens: Sony G 10× zoom lens f = 4.25 mm – 42.5 mm (25 mm – [LCD screen] 250 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) LCD panel: 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT F3.5 (W) –...
Page 28 Trademarks Mass (including NP-BG1 battery pack, Memory card): Approx. 200 g • The following marks are trademarks (7.1 oz.) of Sony Corporation. Microphone: Monaural , “Cyber-shot,” Speaker: Monaural “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Exif Print: Compatible Stick PRO,” PRINT Image Matching III: “Memory Stick Duo,”...
Page 29 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Page 30 Printed in China...
Page 32: How To Use This Handbook
How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to view. Search for information by function. Search for information by operation. Search for information in a listing of MENU/Settings items.
Page 33 Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of memory card Notes on the battery pack that you can use (sold separately) • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for the first time. The following memory cards are compatible •...
Page 34 On moisture condensation • If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. • If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate.
Page 35 Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook····································· 2 Notes on using the camera ··································· 3 Operation Search ·················································· 8 MENU/Settings Search ······································· 10 Identifying parts··················································· 14 List of icons displayed on the screen ·················· 15 Using the mode dial ············································...
Page 36 Viewing Viewing still images············································· 35 Playback zoom···················································· 36 Image Index ························································ 37 Delete·································································· 38 Viewing movies ··················································· 39 MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) ······································ 10 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing) ········································ 11 Settings Setting items ······················································· 12 Viewing an image on a TV ································ 100 Computer Using with your computer··································...
Page 37 Printing Printing still images ··········································· 110 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ················································ 112 Warning indicators and messages ···················· 120 Others “Memory Stick Duo” media································ 125 Battery pack ······················································ 127 Battery charger·················································· 128 Index Index ································································· 129...
Page 38: Operation Search
Operation Search Leaving the settings to Intelligent Auto Adjustment ······························· 19 the camera Scene Selection ··················································· 26 Scene Recognition ·············································· 55 Shooting portraits Soft Snap ······························································· 26 Twilight Portrait ···················································· 26 Smile Shutter ························································ 33 Scene Recognition ·············································· 55 Face Detection ·····················································...
Page 39: Adjusting Exposure
Shooting in dark places High Sensitivity ····················································· 26 Slow Synchro ························································ 32 ··········································································· 48 Adjusting exposure ············································································ 47 Changing focus Focus ······································································ 52 position Face Detection ····················································· 58 Changing image size Image Size ····························································· 41 Deleting images Delete ································································ 38, 68 Format ····································································...
Page 40: Menu/Settings Search
MENU/Settings Search MENU items (Shooting) You can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the ON/OFF (Power) button camera to shooting mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen.
Page 41: Menu Items (Viewing)
MENU items (Viewing) You can select the various viewing functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to Control button playback mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the control button.
Page 42: Setting Items
Setting items You can change the settings on the (Settings) screen. 1 Press the MENU button to display the Menu Control button screen. 2 Select (Settings) with V on the control button, then press z on the center of the control button to display the setup screen.
Page 43: Clock Settings
Categories Items Clock Settings Area Setting Date & Time Setting Notes • [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. • [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted.
Page 44: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts A Shutter button B Mode dial (17) C For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever (29) For viewing: (Playback zoom) lever/ (Index) lever (36, 37) D Flash E ON/OFF (Power) button F Microphone G Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator H Lens I LCD screen J Hook for wrist strap* (Playback) button (35)
Page 45: List Of Icons Displayed On The Screen
List of icons displayed on the screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. When shooting still images Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image Size Scene Selection...
Page 46 Display Indication Display Indication Zoom scaling White Balance PictBridge connecting ISO 400 ISO number Protect Database file full/Database file Print order (DPOF) error Playback zoom View Mode Display Indication Self-timer Display Indication C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display AE/AF lock Destination ISO400 ISO number Overheating warning NR slow shutter Face Detection...
Page 47: Using The Mode Dial
Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial (Movie Mode) Allows you to record movies (page 28). (Sweep Panorama) Allows you to shoot a panoramic image after composing images (page 24). (Manual Exposure Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture (F value)) (page 23).
Page 48: Using The Internal Memory
Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 45 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. You can record images on the internal memory when there is no memory card inserted in the camera. When a memory card is inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded on the memory card.
Page 49: Intelligent Auto Adjustment
Intelligent Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. 1 Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment). 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Note • Flash mode is set to [Auto] or [Off]. On Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode.
Page 50: Easy Shooting
Easy Shooting Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. 1 Set the mode dial to (Easy Shooting). 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Note • The battery charge is used up more quickly because the screen brightness increases automatically. Functions available in Easy Shooting mode Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t z on the control button t desired...
Page 51 On Easy Viewing mode When you press the (Playback) button with the mode dial set to (Easy Shooting), the playback screen text becomes larger and easier to see. In addition, only the deletion function becomes available. (Delete) button You can delete the currently displayed image. Select [OK] t z on the control button.
Page 52: Program Auto
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). 2 Shoot with the shutter button.
Page 53: Manual Exposure Shooting
Manual Exposure Shooting You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture value. 1 Set the mode dial to (Manual Exposure Shooting). 2 Press z on the control button. 3 Select the shutter speed and aperture (F value) using control button. Control button Feature Return...
Page 54: Sweep Panorama
Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. 1 Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. This part will not be taken 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD screen.
Page 55 Changing the shooting direction or image size of a panoramic image Shooting Direction: MENU t [Shooting Direction] t select [Right], [Left], [Up] and [Down] t z on the control button Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t select [Standard] or [Wide] t z Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD screen.
Page 56: Scene Selection
Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection). 2 Select the desired mode t z on the control button. If you want to switch to another scene, press the MENU button. (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions,...
Page 57 (Fireworks) Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor. Note • When you shoot images using (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight) or (Fireworks) mode, the shutter speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended. Functions you can use in Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera.
Page 58: Movie Mode
Movie Mode Allows you to record movies. 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode). 2 Press the shutter button fully down. 3 To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
Page 59: Zoom
Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 10×. 1 Turn the W/T (zoom) lever. T side Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to (T) to zoom in, and to (W) to zoom out.
Page 60: Disp (Screen Display Settings)
DISP (Screen Display Settings) 1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Bright + Sets screen brighter and displays only images. Image Only) (Bright + Sets screen brighter and displays the information.
Page 61 Histogram A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side. A Number of pixels B Brightness Dark Bright 1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button, then select...
Page 62: Flash
Flash 1 Press (Flash) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Auto) Flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is backlight. (On) Flash always operates. (Slow Flash always operates. Synchro) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.
Page 63: Smile Shutter
Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Press (Smile) on the control button. 2 Wait for a smile to be detected. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically.
Page 64: Self-Timer
Self-Timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Off) Does not use the self-timer. (10sec) Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.
Page 65: Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select an image with the control button. Viewing images taken with a different camera This camera creates a database file in a memory card and registers every shot image to it for later playback.
Page 66: Playback Zoom
Playback zoom Plays back the enlarged image. 1 Turn the (Playback zoom) lever to (T) during still image playback. The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, at the center of the image. 2 Adjust the position with the control button. 3 Change the zoom scale with the (Playback zoom) Shows the displayed...
Page 67: Image Index
Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Turn the (Index) lever to (W) to display the image index screen. Turn the lever again to display an index screen with more images. Turn the lever yet again to view images with the Calendar while playing back in [Date View].
Page 68 Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images from the MENU button (page 68). 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Delete) button t desired mode t z on the control button All in Date Range Deletes all images in the selected date range or folder at once.
Page 69: Viewing Movies
Viewing movies 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie with the control button. 3 Press z. Movie playback starts. Control button Playback feature Play/Stop Fast forward Fast rewind Displays the volume control screen. •...
Page 70: Shooting Direction
Shooting Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot a Sweep Panorama images. 1 MENU t (Shooting Direction) t desired direction (Right) Pan from left to right. (Left) Pan from right to left. (Up) Pan from down to up. (Down) Pan from up to down.
Page 71: Image Size
Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take a image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large- format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. 1 MENU t (Image Size) t desired size When shooting still images...
Page 72 In Easy Shooting mode Large Shoots images in [14M] size. Small Shoots images in [5M] size. When shooting Sweep Panorama images (Standard) Shoots images using standard size. (Vertical: 3424×1920) (Horizontal: 4912×1080) (Wide) Shoots images using wide size. (Vertical: 4912×1920) (Horizontal: 7152×1080) When shooting movies The larger the image size, the higher the image quality.
Page 73 On “image quality” and “image size” A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the image becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Page 74 Flash In Easy Shooting mode, you can select the Flash setting also from the MENU button. 1 Set the mode dial to (Easy Shooting). 2 MENU t [Flash] t z on the control button 3 Select the desired mode. Auto Flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is backlight.
Page 75: Burst Settings
Burst Settings You can select single-image mode or burst mode. 1 MENU t (Burst Settings) t desired mode (Single) Shoots a single image. (Burst) Shoots up to 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button. Notes •...
Page 76: Bracket Settings
Bracket Settings You can set the type of the bracket shooting. In the bracket shooting mode, you can record a series of 3 images with the setting changed. You can select the most suitable image afterwards. 1 MENU t (Bracket Settings) t desired mode (Off) Does not use the bracket shooting.
Page 77 You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. 1 MENU t (EV) t desired EV setting Notes • In Easy Shooting mode or Manual Exposure Shooting mode, the [EV] setting cannot be adjusted. •...
Page 78 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) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).
Page 79 Hints for preventing blur Even though the camera is steady, the subject moves during the exposure and is captured blurred when the shutter button is pressed. Camera shake is reduced automatically, however, the function does not effectively reduce subject blur. Subject blur occurs frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed conditions.
Page 80: White Balance
White Balance Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 1 MENU t (White Balance) t desired mode (Auto) Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear natural. (Daylight) Adjusts for outdoors conditions on a fine day, evening views, night scenes, neon signs, fireworks, etc.
Page 81 To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode 1 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper filling the screen under the same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject. 2 MENU t (White Balance) t [One Push Set] t z on the control button The screen momentarily turns black, and when the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the recording screen is displayed again.
Page 82 Focus You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically. 1 MENU t (Focus) t desired mode (Multi AF) Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically.
Page 83 Focusing on subjects near the edge of the screen If the subject is out of focus, do as follows: 1Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter AF range finder button halfway to focus on the subject (AF lock).
Page 84: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1 MENU t (Metering Mode) t desired mode (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering).
Page 85: Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode, the camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur (Motion Detection). Example of an image where (Backlight) has activated.
Page 86 Shooting twice, choosing the best image later - it’s more convenient! ([Advanced]) In [Advanced], when the camera recognizes a difficult-to-shoot scene ( (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight) and (Backlight Portrait)), it changes the settings as follows and shoots two images with different effects, allowing you to select the one you like.
Page 87: Smile Detection Sensitivity
Smile Detection Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles. 1 MENU t (Smile Detection Sensitivity) t desired mode (Big Smile) Detects a big smile. (Normal Detects a normal smile. Smile) (Slight Smile) Detects even a slight smile. Notes •...
Page 88: Face Detection
Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red- eye reduction settings automatically. Face Detection frame (Orange) When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority.
Page 89 Selecting the priority face Normally the camera automatically selects the face to focus on according to the [Face Detection] setting, but you can also select a face to be given priority. Face Priority Frame Off 1Press z on the control button during Face Detection. The leftmost face is selected as the priority face, and the frame changes from to an orange frame ( 2Each time you press z, the priority face moves one face to the right.
Page 90 In Program Auto or Manual Exposure Shooting mode, the camera analyzes the shooting scene and automatically corrects the brightness and contrast to improve the image quality. DRO stands for “Dynamic Range Optimizer,” a function that automatically optimizes the difference between light and dark parts of an image. 1 MENU t (DRO) t desired mode (Off)
Page 91: Anti Blink
Anti Blink When Scene Selection is set to (Soft Snap) while you are shooting an image, the camera automatically shoots two images consecutively. The camera will select, display and record the image which the eyes are not blinked automatically. 1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection).
Page 92 SteadyShot In Movie Mode, you can vary the strength of SteadyShot. 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode). 2 MENU t (SteadyShot) t desired mode Provides the SteadyShot effect under stable recording conditions. (Standard) Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect. (Active)
Page 93: Continuous Playback
Slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Slideshow) t desired slideshow t z on the control button (Continuous Playback) Plays back all the images in succession. (Slideshow with music) Plays back images in succession, with added effects and music.
Page 94: Slideshow With Music
Slideshow with music 1 MENU t (Slideshow) t [Slideshow with music] t z on the control button Displays the setting screen. 2 Select a desired setting. 3 [Start] t z 4 Press z to end the slideshow. Notes • You cannot play back movies or panoramic images. •...
Page 95 Music Specifies the music to be played during slideshows. You can select more than one background music track. Press V on the control button to display the volume control screen, then press v/V to adjust the volume. Music1 The default setting for a [Simple] slideshow. Music2 The default setting for a [Nostalgic] slideshow.
Page 96: View Mode
View Mode Allows you to select the display format for images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (View Mode) t desired mode t z on the control button (Date View) Displays images by the date. (Folder view Displays only still images.
Page 97 Retouch Retouches a recorded image and saves it as a new file. The original image is retained. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Retouch) t desired mode t z on the control button 3 Perform retouching according to the operation method in each mode.
Page 98 Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images using the (Delete) button (page 38). 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Delete) t desired mode t z on the control button 3 [OK] t z (This Image) Deletes the currently displayed image in single-image mode.
Page 99 Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. mark is displayed for registered images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Protect) t desired mode t z on the control button (This Image) Protects the currently displayed image in single-image mode. (Multiple You can select and protect multiple images.
Page 100 DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later. (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t t desired mode t z on the control button (This Image)
Page 101 Rotate Rotates a still image. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Rotate) t z on the control button 3 Rotate the image with [ / ] t b/B. 4 [OK] t z Notes •...
Page 102: Select Folder
Select Folder When multiple folders are created in a memory card, this selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (View Mode) t [Folder view (Still)] or [Folder view (Movie)] t z on the control button 3 MENU t (Select Folder) t z...
Page 103: Af Illuminator
AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The indicator appears at this time.
Page 104: Grid Line
Grid Line With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Grid Line] t desired mode t z on the control button Displays the grid lines.
Page 105: Disp. Resolution
Disp. Resolution Selects the display quality on the LCD screen for shooting. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Disp. Resolution] t desired mode t z on the control button Standard Displays a standard-quality image for shooting. High Displays a high-quality image for shooting.
Page 106: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 10×). When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Digital Zoom] t...
Page 107: Auto Orientation
Auto Orientation When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Auto Orientation] t desired mode t z on the control button Records the image with the correct orientation.
Page 108: Red Eye Reduction
Red Eye Reduction The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired mode t z on the control button Auto When the Face Detection function is activated, the flash strobes automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 109: Blink Alert
Blink Alert When an image with the subject’s eyes closed is recorded while Face Detection is activated, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Blink Alert] t desired mode t z on the control button Auto Displays the “Blinked eye detected”...
Page 110 Beep Selects or turns off the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Beep] t desired mode t z on the control button Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control/shutter High button.
Page 111: Language Setting
Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Language Setting] t desired mode t z on the control button...
Page 112: Function Guide
Function Guide You can select whether or not the function guide is displayed when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Function Guide] t desired mode t z on the control button Displays the function guide. Does not display the function guide.
Page 113: Demo Mode
Demo Mode You can set whether to use a demonstration of the Smile Shutter and Scene Recognition. When there is no need to view a demonstration, set to [Off]. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Demo Mode] t desired mode t z on the control button Demo Mode1 Demonstrates Scene Recognition mode.
Page 114 Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images are retained. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Initialize] t [OK] t z on the control button Note • Be sure not to turn off the camera while initializing.
Page 115 COMPONENT Selects the video output signal type from SD and HD(1080i) when you connect the camera and TV using an HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately), according to the TV connected. Use a Type2b-compliant HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately). 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [COMPONENT] t...
Page 116: Video Out
Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region. To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use (page 102).
Page 117: Usb Connect
USB Connect Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge-compliant printer using the cable for multi-use terminal. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [USB Connect] t desired mode t z on the control button Auto The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication with a computer or PictBridge-compliant printer.
Page 118: Lun Settings
LUN Settings Sets the display method for the recording media displayed on a computer screen or other monitor when the camera is connected with a computer or AV component using a USB connection. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [LUN Settings] t desired mode t z on the control button Multi The images both on the memory card and in the internal memory...
Page 119: Download Music
Download Music You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to change background music tracks. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Download Music] t z on the control button The message “Connect to PC” appears. 2 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, then start “Music Transfer”.
Page 120: Format Music
Format Music You can delete all the background music files stored in the camera. It can be used in cases such as when the background music files are damaged and cannot be played. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Format Music] t [OK] t z on the control button Restoring the music preset at the factory to the camera...
Page 121: Power Save
Power Save Sets the time until the screen darkens, and the camera turns off. If you do not operate the camera running on a battery pack for a certain amount of time, the brightness level on the LCD screen becomes dark, and then the camera automatically turns off to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto Power off).
Page 122 Format Formats the memory card or the internal memory. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.
Page 123: Create Rec.folder
Create REC.Folder Creates a folder in the memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Create REC.Folder] t [OK] t z on the control button Notes •...
Page 124: Change Rec.folder
Change REC.Folder Changes the folder in the memory card that is currently used for recording images. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Change REC.Folder] 2 Select a folder with b/B on the control button. 3 [OK] t z Notes •...
Page 125: Delete Rec.folder
Delete REC.Folder Deletes a folder for recording images in the memory card. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Delete REC.Folder] 2 Select a folder with b/B on the control button. 3 [OK] t z Notes • This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images. •...
Page 126 Copy Copies all images in the internal memory to a memory card. 1 Insert a memory card with sufficient free capacity into the camera. 2 MENU t (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Copy] t [OK] t z on the control button Notes •...
Page 127: File Number
File Number Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) or (Internal Memory Tool) t [File Number] t desired mode t z on the control button Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the memory card is changed.
Page 128: Area Setting
Area Setting Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Clock Settings) t [Area Setting] t desired setting t z on the control button Home You use the camera in your area. When the currently set area differs from your home area, you must make the Area Setting.
Page 129: Date & Time Setting
Date & Time Setting Sets the date and time again. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Clock Settings) t [Date & Time Setting] t desired setting t z on the control button 2 Set the numeric value and desired settings with v/V/b/B. 3 [OK] t z Date &...
Page 130: Viewing An Image On A Tv
Viewing an image on a TV You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV with the supplied cable for multi-use terminal 1 Turn off both the camera and the TV.
Page 131 • When output to TV, Easy Viewing mode is invalid. “PhotoTV HD” This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard. By connecting Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately), whole new world of photos can be comfortably enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.
Page 132: On Tv Color Systems
On TV color systems If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the cable for multi-use terminal. The color system of the TV must match that of the digital still camera. Check the following lists for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used.
Page 133: Using With Your Computer
Using with your computer “PMB” and other applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your Cyber-shot camera. Recommended computer environment (Windows) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software “PMB”, “Music Transfer”...
Page 134: Using The Software
For the detailed operation method, see “PMB” Support page below (English only) or click (PMB Help). http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ • To start up “PMB” from the Start menu, select [Start] t [All Programs] t (PMB). • If “PMB” is already installed in your computer, by installing “PMB” from the CD-ROM (supplied), you can start up all of the application from “PMB Launcher”.
Page 135 Installing “Music Transfer” (Macintosh) 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click (SONYPMB). 3 Double-click the [MusicTransfer.pkg] file in the [Mac] folder. The installation of the software starts. Notes • “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers. •...
Page 136 Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC-LS5 AC Adaptor (sold separately) and the USB/AV/DC IN Cable for multi-use terminal (sold separately).
Page 137: Deleting The Usb Connection
Importing images to a computer (Macintosh) 1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first. Double-click the newly recognized icon on the desktop t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t the folder where the images you want to import are stored. 2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon. The image files are copied to the hard disk.
Page 138 Uploading images to a media service This camera has a built-in application “PMB Portable”. You can use this application to do the following: • You can easily upload images to a blog or other media service. • You can upload images from a computer connected to the Internet even when you are away from home or the office.
Page 139 • To view a website, you will be redirected to it by the Sony server. There may be times when you cannot access the website because of server maintenance or for other reasons.
Page 140: Printing Still Images
Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods. • Printing directly using a PictBridge-compliant printer • Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. •...
Page 141: Printing At A Shop
4 MENU t (Print) t desired mode t z on the control button This Image Prints the currently displayed image in single-image mode. Multiple Images You can select and print multiple images. After step 4, perform the following. 1Select an image then press z. Repeat the above step until there are no more images to be printed.
Page 142: Troubleshooting
3 Initialize the settings (page 84). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal memory, music files may be checked.
Page 143: Shooting Still Images/Movies
The remaining charge indicator is incorrect. • This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it to correct the indication. •...
Page 144 The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. When shooting, make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance (approximately 5 cm (2 inches) (W)/100 cm (3ft 3 3/8 inches) (T) from the lens).
Page 145 The image colors are not correct. • Adjust the White Balance (page 50). White or purple streaks appear in bright areas of the subject, or the whole screen of the image becomes reddish. • This phenomenon is called smearing. This is not a malfunction. Smearing is not recorded on still images, but is recorded as streaks or uneven colors on Sweep Panorama images or movies.
Page 146 • Check that the computer and the “Memory Stick” media Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. Users of computers and “Memory Stick” media Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 106, 107).
Page 147: Memory Card
After making a USB connection, “PMB Portable” does not start. • Set [LUN Settings] to [Multi]. • Set [USB Connect] to [Auto] or [Mass Storage]. • Connect the computer to the network. Cannot play back images on your computer. • If you are using “PMB”, refer to “PMB Help” (page 104). •...
Page 148 Printing See “PictBridge-compliant printer” together with the following items. Cannot print an image. • Refer to the operation manual of the printer. Images are printed with both edges cut off. • Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
Page 149 Cannot insert the date or print images in the index mode. • The printer does not provide these functions. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not. • The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer. Consult the printer manufacturer.
Page 150: Warning Indicators And Messages
• A camera malfunction has occurred. Initialize the camera (page 84), then turn the power on again. E:94: • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from “E”.
Page 151 Camera overheating Allow it to cool • The camera temperature has risen. The power may turn off automatically, or you may be unable to record movies. Leave the camera in a cool location until the temperature goes down. Internal memory error •...
Page 152 Cannot create more folders • The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the case. Empty folder contents • You tried to delete a folder containing one or more files. Delete all of the files and then delete the folder.
Page 153 Processing... • The printer is canceling the current print job. You cannot print until it is finished. This may take time, depending on the printer. Error Playing Music • Delete the Music file, or replace it with an uncorrupted Music file. •...
Page 154 • When you record movies for a long time, the camera temperature rises. In this case, stop recording movies.
Page 155: Memory Stick Duo" Media
“Memory Stick Duo” media A “Memory Stick Duo” media is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” media that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” media functions. “Memory Stick”...
Page 156 Notes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold separately) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” media with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 157: Battery Pack
Battery pack On charging the battery pack • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures outside this range. Effective use of the battery pack •...
Page 158: Battery Charger
Battery charger • NP-BG type, NP-FG type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. •...
Page 159 Index Download Music ...............89 DPOF ..................70 Advanced Sports Shooting ...........26 ..................60 AF Illuminator ..............73 AF range finder frame ............52 Area Setting ................98 Easy Shooting ..............20 Auto Orientation ...............77 Easy Viewing ..............21 ...................47 Exposure ................47 Battery charger ..............128 Battery pack ..............127 Beach ..................26 Face Detection...
Page 160 Landscape Red Eye Correction ................26 ............67 Language Setting Red Eye Reduction ..............81 ............78 LUN Settings Retouch ..............88 .................67 Rotate ..................71 Macintosh computer ............103 Manual Exposure Shooting Scene Recognition ..........23 ............55 Mass Storage Scene Selection ..............87 ..............26 Memory card Screen ................3 ..................30 “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 161 ..................41 Video Out ................86 View Mode ................66 Warning indicators and messages ......120 White Balance ..............50 Windows computer ............103 Zoom ..................29...
Page 162 GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “GPL”, and “LGPL”...

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