Page 1: Before Use
ILCE-5100 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts [2] Identifying parts Lens E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100L/ILCE- 5100Y) [3] Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100Y) [4]...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [10] Charging by connecting to a computer [11] Inserting the battery pack into the camera [12] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack [13] Supplying power using a wall outlet (wall socket) [14] Removing the battery pack [15]...
Page 3: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Shooting still images [26] Shooting movies [27] Selecting a shooting mode List of shooting modes [28] Intelligent Auto [29] Superior Auto [30] About Scene Recognition [31] The advantages of automatic shooting [32] Program Auto [33] Sweep Panorama [34] Scene Selection [35] Shutter Priority [36] Aperture Priority [37] Manual Exposure [38]...
Page 4: Selecting A Screen Display Mode
Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [48] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [49] Aspect Ratio (still image) [50] Quality (still image) [51] Panorama: Size [52] Panorama: Direction [53] Adjusting the focus Focus Mode [54] Focus Area [55] Focal plane phase detection AF [56] Center Lock-on AF [57]...
Page 5: Adjusting The Exposure
Measuring the exact distance to the subject [75] Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp. [76] Metering Mode [77] AE lock [78] AEL w/ shutter (still image) [79] Exp.comp.set [80] Zebra [81] Exposure Set. Guide [82] Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode [83] Cont.
Page 6: Selecting An Effect Mode
White Balance [95] Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [96] Selecting an effect mode Picture Effect [97] Creative Style [98] Recording movies Movie recording formats [99] File Format (movie) [100] Record Setting (movie) [101] Dual Video REC [102] Marker Display [103] Marker Settings [104] Audio Recording [105]...
Page 7: Shooting Using The Touch Panel
Face Registration (New Registration) [118] Face Registration (Order Exchanging) [119] Face Registration (Delete) [120] Red Eye Reduction [121] Auto Obj. Framing (still image) [122] SteadyShot [123] High ISO NR (still image) [124] Color Space (still image) [125] Grid Line [126] Auto Review [127] Live View Display [128] Release w/o Lens [129]...
Page 8: Deleting Images
Deleting images Deleting a displayed image [144] Deleting multiple selected images [145] Playing back movies Playing back movies [146] Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [147] Printing Specify Printing [148] Using viewing functions View Mode [149] Display Rotation [150] Slide Show [151] Rotate [152] Protect [153]...
Page 9: Connecting This Product And A Smartphone
Audio signals [159] Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [160] Tile Menu [161] Delete confirm. [162] Pwr Save Start Time [163] PAL/NTSC Selector [164] Demo Mode [165] HDMI Resolution [166] CTRL FOR HDMI [167] HDMI Info. Display [168] USB Connection [169] USB LUN Setting [170] Language [171] Date/Time Setup [172] Area Setting [173]...
Page 10: Controlling This Product Using A Smartphone
Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [187] Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded [188] One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) [189] Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [190] Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) [191] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [192] Transferring images to a TV...
Page 11: Installing The Applications
Installing the applications Opening a service account [203] Downloading applications [204] Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function [205] Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application [206] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [207] Changing the order of applications [208] Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [209] Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment...
Page 12: Creating A Movie Disc
Importing images to the computer [221] Disconnecting the product from the computer [222] Creating a movie disc Disc type [223] Selecting the disc creation method [224] Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [225] Creating Blu-ray Discs [226] Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions [227]...
Page 13 Mount Adaptor [238] LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor [239] LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor [240] LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor [241] LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor [242] AVCHD format [243] License [244] Trademarks Trademarks [245] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [246] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
Page 14: Viewing Images
Shooting still images/movies You cannot record images. [255] Recording takes a long time. [256] The image is out of focus. [257] Zoom does not work. [258] The flash does not work. [259] Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [260] The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen.
Page 15: Memory Cards
You cannot send movies to a smartphone. [282] [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. [283] The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. [284] You cannot use One-Touch connection (NFC).
Page 16: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling
Messages Messages Warning messages [303] Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [304] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items First check the model name of your camera.
Page 17: Identifying Parts
Shoulder strap (1) Instruction Manual (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) ILCE-5100 Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) ILCE-5100L E16-50 mm zoom lens (1) (Attached on the camera)/Front lens cap (1) (Attached on the lens) ILCE-5100Y E16-50 mm zoom lens (1) (Attached on the camera)/Front lens cap (1) (Attached on the...
Page 18 1. Shutter button 2. ON/OFF (Power) switch 3. Hook for shoulder strap (N mark) Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology.
Page 19 13. Charge lamp 14. Memory card slot 15. HDMI micro jack 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. 1. Battery cover 2. Battery lock lever 3.
Page 20 Use this when using an AC-PW20 (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below. Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. 5.
Page 21: List Of Icons On The Screen
1. Focusing ring 2. Zooming ring 3. Focal-length scale 4. Focal-length index 5. Lens contacts* 6. Mounting index Do not touch this part directly. [5] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
Page 22 List of viewing mode icons P P* A S M Shooting mode NO CARD Memory card/Uploading status Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 20M / 12M / 10M / 6.0M / 5.1M Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies...
Page 23 Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator Auto Obj. Framing SteadyShot Camera shake warning Airplane Mode No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduct. Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error Setting Effect OFF Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom Spot metering area View Mode 100-0003...
Page 24 Protect DPOF DPOF set Dual Video REC PC Remote Touch shutter icon Touch operation is enabled Touch focus OFF Drive mode Self-portrait/ -timer Metering mode Flash mode/Red-eye reduction ±0.0 Flash compensation Focus mode Focus area 7500K A5 G5 White balance DRO/Auto HDR Smile/Face Detect.
Page 25 Soft Skin Effect Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator Switch Shoot Mode Guide display for switching the shooting mode Lock-on AF Guide display for center button Lock-on AF REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Control wheel function (P*: Program shift, Av: Aperture, Tv: Shutter speed) Focus 1/250 Shutter speed...
Page 26: List Of Focus Range Finder Frames
Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2014-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode [6] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators List of focus range finder frames The focus range finder frame differs as follows depending on the shooting mode. When using contrast AF or focal plane phase detection AF mode When using focal plane phase detection AF mode...
Page 27: Using The Shoulder Strap
When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], and if you aim at a moving subject, the focus range finder frame may be displayed as above. When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor When [ AF Illuminator] is set to [Auto], and [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], an AF range finder frame may be shown by the dotted line.
Page 28: About The Shooting Advice
[8] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right side on the control wheel. 3.
Page 29 then press on the center. The shooting advice is displayed. You can scroll the screen by pressing the up/down side of the control wheel. Hint To view all the shooting advice, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shooting Tip List]. [10] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack...
Page 30 Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range Charging time (Full charge) The charging time is approximately 310 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied). The charging time may differ depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or the charging conditions.
Page 31: Charging By Connecting To A Computer
When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). [11] How to Use Preparing the camera...
Page 32 1. Slide the open lever to open the battery cover. 2. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. 3. Close the cover. [13] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Battery life and the number of images that can be...
Page 33 The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using the lens E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately) [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual][±0] The number for "Shooting (still images)" is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 34: Removing The Battery Pack
[14] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Supplying power using a wall outlet (wall socket) Power can be supplied to the camera during shooting/playback using an AC adaptor AC- PW20 (sold separately). 1. To supply power to the camera during shooting/playback, connect the camera and the AC adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately) and plug the AC adaptor to a wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 35: Removing The Memory Card
How to insert a memory card 1. Slide the memory card cover to open it. 2. Insert the memory card. Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.
Page 36: Attaching A Lens
1. Open the memory card cover. 2. Make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit. 3. Push in on the memory card once to remove it. 4. Close the memory card cover. [18] How to Use Preparing the camera Attaching a lens Attaching a lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before attaching the lens.
Page 37 When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. 2. Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
Page 38: Removing The Lens
Note Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens. Do not use force when attaching a lens. A Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). When using the Mount Adaptor, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor.
Page 39: Attaching The Lens Hood
Remove any dust from the caps before attaching them. [20] How to Use Preparing the camera Attaching a lens Attaching the lens hood We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image. 1.
Page 40: Notes On Changing The Lens
[21] How to Use Preparing the camera Attaching a lens Notes on changing the lens When changing the lens, 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.
Page 41: Using The Control Wheel
If the date and time setting is cancelled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera. [23] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel.
Page 42: Using Menu Items
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): The touch panel is activated. Off: The touch panel is deactivated. [25] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using MENU items In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and operation methods.
Page 43: Shooting Still Images
wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press on the center of the control wheel. Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU item. 4.
Page 44: Focus Indicator
4. Press the shutter button fully down. Focus indicator lights: Image is in the focus. flashes: The focusing has failed. lights: Image is in the focus. The focused position will change to suit the motion of the subject. lights: The focusing is in progress. Hint When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound.
Page 45: List Of Shooting Modes
1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. 2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie). If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the product operating will be recorded.
Page 46: Sweep Panorama
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)). Also you can select various settings from the menu. A (Aperture Priority): Allows you to adjust the aperture and shoot, for example when you want to blur the background, etc.
Page 47: Superior Auto
other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize these scenes under some shooting conditions. [30] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically. The product may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., using more shooting settings than in Intelligent Auto mode to record higher quality images.
Page 48: About Scene Recognition
[31] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode About Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode. This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Scene Recognition: Icons and guides such as (Portrait), (Infant),...
Page 49: Program Auto
aperture) adjusted. Note In [Intelligent Auto] mode, you may not be able to shoot dark scenes or back-lit subjects clearly. In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the product creates a composite image. [33] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Program Auto...
Page 50 Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode] → [Sweep Panorama]. 2. Point the camera at the subject. 3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition.
Page 51: Scene Selection
Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time.
Page 52: Night Scene
Sports Action: Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The product shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Macro: Shoots close-ups of the subjects, such as flowers, insects, food, or small items. Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.
Page 53: Night Portrait
Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. Anti Motion Blur: Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur.
Page 54: Shutter Priority
select [Macro]. For the minimum in-focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the product. Hint To change the scene, rotate the control wheel on the shooting screen and select a new scene. [36] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Shutter Priority...
Page 55: Aperture Priority
[37] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. The aperture value can be changed while recording movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 56 exposure value. Toward +: Images become brighter. Toward - : Images become darker. 0: Appropriate exposure analyzed by the product 3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. Note When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value automatically changes to achieve the appropriate exposure using the aperture value and shutter speed you have set.
Page 57 was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. You cannot set the shutter speed to [BULB] in the following situations: When the [Smile Shutter] function is activated. When the [Auto HDR] function is activated. When [Picture Effect] is set to [HDR Painting] or [Rich-tone Mono.].
Page 58: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
[41] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom Enlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. 1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. Move the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in and to the W side to zoom out. When a zoom lens is mounted, you can also zoom by operating that lens.
Page 59: Zoom Setting
You can magnify images using an image process. When you select [On Digital Zoom] for [Zoom Setting], you can use this zoom function. Note The default setting for [ Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom change [ Image Size] to [M] or [S].
Page 60: About Zoom Scale
Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. [44] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom About zoom scale The zoom scale that is used in combination with the zoom of the lens changes according to the selected image size.
Page 61: Flash Mode
2. Press the shutter button fully down. When you do not use the flash When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. Note If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause malfunction. You cannot use the flash when recording movies.
Page 62: Slow Sync
The flash does not operate. Autoflash: The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed.
Page 63: Switching The Screen Display (Shooting)
Switching the screen display (Shooting) You can change the display contents on the screen. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes as follows: Graphic Display → Display All Info. → No Disp. Info. → Histogram → Graphic Display Graphic Display Display All Info.
Page 64: Image Size (Still Image)
Some display modes are not available in the default settings. To change the display modes, press MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. Hint To hide the grid lines displayed during still image shooting, select MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
Page 65: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)
[50] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Aspect Ratio (still image) Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2 (default setting): Suitable for standard prints.
Page 66: Panorama: Size
The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of [Fine], the file size of [Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine]. This will allow more files to be recorded on 1 memory card, but the image quality will be lower.
Page 67: Focus Mode
Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom. [54] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Mode...
Page 68: Focus Area
[Automatic AF] is available only when you are using a lens that supports focal plane phase detection AF. When [Focus Area] is [Wide] or [Zone], the focus range finder frame may change after you achieve focus using [Automatic AF] mode. [55] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus...
Page 69: Focal Plane Phase Detection Af
by rotating the control wheel. Note When [Focus Mode] is [Continuous AF] and [Focus Area] is [Wide] or [Zone], the focus range finder frame may change after the focus is achieved. When [ AF Illuminator] is [Auto] and [Focus Area] is [Wide] or [Zone], an AF range finder frame may be shown by the dotted line.
Page 70 3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Note [Center Lock-on AF] may not function very well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark.
Page 71: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
4. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture. [59] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Manual Focus When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually.
Page 72: Focus Magnifier
focus. When you rotate the focus ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. [61] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus MF Assist (still image) Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier.
Page 73: Focus Magnif. Time
You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier]. 2. Press on the center of the control wheel to enlarge the image and select the position you want to enlarge using up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3.
Page 74: Peaking Level
[64] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
Page 75: Af/Mf Control
Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white. [66] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Pre-AF (still image) The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 1.
Page 76: Af Illuminator (Still Image)
AF/MF Ctrl Toggle: 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]. [68] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF Illuminator (still image) The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings.
Page 77: Af Micro Adj
Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens. You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konica-Minolta lens of the same specification.
Page 78: Af On
On (default setting): Displays the focus area that is in focus. Off: Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is [Center] or [Flexible Spot], the frames in the focus area that is in focus turn green, regardless of the [Disp.
Page 79: Af Drive Speed (Movie)
Note Depending on the circumstances, the camera may not be able to focus on the eyes. In such cases, the camera detects a face and focuses on the face. If the camera cannot detect a person’s face, you cannot use [Eye AF]. Depending on the circumstances, you cannot use [Eye AF], such as when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] or [Manual Focus], etc.
Page 80: Measuring The Exact Distance To The Subject
subject to be focused is changed. This mode is useful for shooting impressive images. [74] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF Track Duration (movie) You can set the duration for AF tracking in movie mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 81: Exposure Comp
Note If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the product. [76] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp.
Page 82: Ae Lock
Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi (default setting): Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).
Page 83: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)
4. Focus on the subject again and press the shutter button. To cancel the exposure lock, press the button to which the [AEL toggle] function is assigned. Hint If you select the[AEL hold] function in [Custom Key Settings], you can lock the exposure as long as you are holding down the AEL button.
Page 84 [80] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exp.comp.set Sets whether to apply the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light, or just ambient light. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash (default setting): Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light.
Page 85: Drive Mode
Exposure Set. Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. On (default setting): Displays the guide.
Page 86: Dro Bracket
DRO Bracket: Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. [84] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. (Camera Settings) →...
Page 87 Self-timer: 10 Sec (default setting): Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates after 10 seconds. To cancel the self-timer, press the shutter button again. Self-timer: 2 Sec: Sets the 2-second delay self-timer.
Page 88 Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording. 1.
Page 89: Single Bracket
Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed.
Page 90 This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV. Single Bracket: 0.7EV 5 Image: This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV.
Page 91: Self-Portrait/ -Timer
Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. [90] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value.
Page 92 3. Press the shutter button. The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self- portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. [92] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity...
Page 93: D-Range Opt. (Dro)
[Sweep Panorama] The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. When shooting movies, ISO values between ISO 100 and ISO 12800 are available. If the ISO value is set to larger value than ISO 12800, the setting is automatically switched to ISO 12800.
Page 94: Auto Hdr
Auto HDR Widens the range (gradation) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts with correct brightness (HDR: High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [Auto HDR]. 2.
Page 95: Custom Setup
color tones on purpose for photographic expression. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [White Balance] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): The product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones. Daylight: The color tones are adjusted for the daylight. Shade: The color tones are adjusted for shadiness.
Page 96: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode
You can use the right side of the control wheel to display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color temperature as required. In [C.Temp./Filter], you can use the right button to display the color temperature setting screen and perform a setting.
Page 97: Soft Focus
Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness. Pop Color: Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones.
Page 98: Creative Style
Hint You can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the left/right side of the control wheel. [Toy Camera] [Posterization] [Partial Color] [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions.
Page 99 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Creative Style] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard (default setting): For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. Vivid: The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views.
Page 100: Movie Recording Formats
[Picture Effect] When [Creative Style] is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. [99] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Movie recording formats You can use the movie recording format "XAVC S" with this camera. For details on the "XAVC S"...
Page 101: Record Setting (Movie)
XAVC S: Records HD movies in XAVC S format. This file format is suitable for high bit rates. Audio: LPCM You cannot create discs using the software PlayMemories Home with movies that are recorded with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S]. In order to record movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S], you need an SDXC memory card with a capacity of at least 64 GB (Class 10 or faster), a UHS-I compatible...
Page 102 60p/50p: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format. When [ File Format] is set to [MP4] Movies shot are recorded in MPEG-4 format, at approximately 30 frames/sec (for 1080 60i- compatible devices) or approximately 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with AAC audio, mp4 format.
Page 103: Dual Video Rec
24p 17M(FH)*: 25p 17M(FH)**: Records standard image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema- like atmosphere. Bit-rate: Approx. 17 Mbps (Avg.) When [ File Format] is set to [MP4] 1440×1080 12M (default setting): Records movies of 1440 × 1080. Bit-rate: Approx.
Page 104: Marker Display
An XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie, are recorded simultaneously. Off (default setting): The [Dual Video REC] function is not used. Note When [ Record Setting] for an XAVC S movie is set to [60p]/[50p], [ Record Setting] for an AVCHD movie is set to [60p]/[50p], or [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the...
Page 105: Audio Recording
Sets the markers to be displayed while shooting movies. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Marker Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Center: Sets whether or not to display the center marker in the center of the shooting screen. Off (default setting) / On Aspect: Sets the aspect marker display.
Page 106: Wind Noise Reduct
Note The noise of the lens and the product in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected. [106] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording. 1.
Page 107: Movie Button
selected, but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur. Note Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations: When [Movie] in shooting mode is set to [Shutter Priority] or [Manual Exposure]. [108] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies MOVIE Button...
Page 108: Function Of The Center Button
[110] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the center button Once you assign a function to the center button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the center button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1.
Page 109: Photo Creativity
[113] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the down button Once you assign a function to the down button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the down button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1.
Page 110: Smile/Face Detect
1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior Auto). 2. Press (Photo Creativity) on the control wheel. 3. Select the item to be changed using the control wheel. (Bkground Defocus): Adjusts the blurring of the background. (Brightness): Adjusts brightness. (Color): Adjusts color.
Page 111: Smile Shutter
Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the Face Detection function. On (Regist.
Page 112: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)
Detection Sensitivity from [On: Slight Smile], [On: Normal Smile] and [On: Big Smile]. Note You cannot use the Face Detection function with the following functions: When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom [Sweep Panorama] [Picture Effect] is set to [Posterization]. When using the [Focus Magnifier] function.
Page 113: Face Registration (Delete)
[Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration]. 2. Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3. When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter]. Note Up to eight faces can be registered.
Page 114: Red Eye Reduction
delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. [121] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 115: High Iso Nr (Still Image)
Menu item details Off: Does not trim images. Auto (default setting): Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition. Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW &...
Page 116: Color Space (Still Image)
When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when the product sensitivity is high. A message may be displayed during noise reduction processing; you cannot shoot another image until the message disappears. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 117: Grid Line
option color space. Images may not be printed or viewed in the correct colors if you use applications or printers that do not support Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on this product or non- Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images are displayed with low saturation. [126] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...
Page 118: Live View Display
Displays the recorded image on the screen right after shooting for the selected duration of time. If you perform a magnifying operation during Auto Review, you can check that image using the magnified scale. Off: Does not display the Auto Review. Note When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image.
Page 119: Release W/O Lens
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. Hint When you use a third-party flash, such as a studio flash, Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings.
Page 120: Shading Comp
Auto (default setting): Saves one appropriate image selected by the product. Off: Saves all of the images. Note Even if you set [S. Auto Img. Extract.] to [Off] with [Hand-held Twilight] selected as the scene recognition mode, one combined image is saved. When the [ Auto Obj.
Page 121: Distortion Comp
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Lens Comp.] → [Chro. Aber. Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Reduces the color deviation automatically. Off: Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note The [Chro. Aber. Comp.] function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. [133] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...
Page 122: Shot. Result Preview
the actual picture will differ from the image you were viewing prior to shooting. While you press and hold the key to which you assigned the [Aperture Preview] function, the aperture is stepped down to the set aperture value and you can check the blurriness prior to shooting.
Page 123 Note You cannot set the [Shot. Result Preview] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. [136] How to Use Using shooting functions Shooting using the touch panel Shooting still images using touch operation (Touch Shutter) The product automatically focuses on the point you touch and takes a still picture. 1.
Page 124 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus] When [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] While using Digital Zoom You cannot shoot images using [Touch Shutter] with applications downloaded from the website. [137] How to Use Using shooting functions Shooting using the touch panel Taking pictures of yourself using touch operation (Self- portrait/ -timer)
Page 125: Still Image
When [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] While using Digital Zoom You cannot shoot images using [Touch Shutter] with applications downloaded from the website. [138] How to Use Using shooting functions Shooting using the touch panel Adjusting the focus using touch operation (Touch Focus) (still image) The product automatically focuses on the subject you touch on the monitor when shooting still images.
Page 126 Hint To cancel the magnified view, press the shutter button lightly. Note The [Touch Focus] function is unavailable in the following situations: When [Shoot Mode] is set to [Sweep Panorama] When [Scene Selection] is set to [Night Scene] When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter] While using Digital Zoom You cannot shoot images using [Touch Focus] with applications downloaded from the website.
Page 127: Playing Back Images
2. Touch the point to focus on. 3. Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus. Hint To cancel the magnified view, press the shutter button lightly. Note The [Touch Focus] function is unavailable in the following situations: While using Digital Zoom You cannot shoot images using [Touch Focus] with applications downloaded from the website.
Page 128: Image Index
2. Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel. 3. Press the MENU button, or in the center of the control wheel to exit the playback zoom. Hint You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU. Note You cannot enlarge movies.
Page 129: Deleting A Displayed Image
Switching the screen display (during playback) Switches the screen display. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. The screen display switches in the order “Display Info. → Histogram → No Disp. Info. → Display Info.” each time you press the DISP button. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display.
Page 130: Playing Back Movies
1. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Deletes the selected images. (1) Select the images to be deleted, then press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press again to remove mark.
Page 131: Playing Back Panoramic Images
: Fast-forward : Fast-rewind : Forward slow playback : Reverse slow playback : Next movie file : Previous movie file : Displays the next frame : Displays the previous frame : Sound volume adjustment : Closes the operation panel Hint “Forward slow playback,”...
Page 132: Specify Printing
[148] How to Use Viewing Printing Specify Printing You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.” 1.
Page 133: Display Rotation
Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S View: Displays only XAVC S-format movies. [150] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Display Rotation Selects the orientation when playing back recorded still images.
Page 134 Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] (default setting), in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once. Interval: Select the display interval for images from among [1 Sec], [3 Sec] (default setting), [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec].
Page 135: K Still Image Pb
protected images. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Protect] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. (1) Select the image to be protected, then press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box.
Page 136: Viewing Images On An Hd Tv
3. Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4. Turn on this product. 5. Play back a still image, then press the bottom of the control wheel. The still image is output in 4K resolution. You can output still images in 4K resolution by selecting MENU → (Playback) →...
Page 137: Viewing Images On A "Bravia" Sync-Compatible Tv
Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. 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 138: Monitor Brightness
By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote Control. 1. Turn off both this product and the TV. 2. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of the product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
Page 139: Volume Settings
You can adjust the brightness of the screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting. Menu item details Manual (default setting): 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.
Page 140: Upload Settings(Eye-Fi)
halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. [160] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot.
Page 141: Tile Menu
function is set to [Off], the indicator will be displayed on the product. Power save mode will not function during uploading. (error) is displayed, remove the memory card and reinsert it, or turn the product off and then on again. If the indicator appears again, the Eye-Fi card may be damaged. Wireless LAN communication may be influenced by other communication devices.
Page 142: Pwr Save Start Time
[Cancel] is selected as the default setting. [163] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Pwr Save Start Time You can set time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode. To return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. 1.
Page 143: Demo Mode
[165] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...
Page 144: Ctrl For Hdmi
1080p: 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] or [1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. [167] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
Page 145: Usb Connection
Displays the shooting information of the played back image. Off: Does not display the shooting information of the played back image. [169] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to this product.
Page 146: Daylight Savings
Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi (default setting): Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. [171] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
Page 147: Area Setting
[173] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. [174] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Format Formats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card.
Page 148: Select Rec Folder
Reset: The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with “0001.” (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) [176] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Select REC Folder...
Page 149: Folder Name
[178] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Folder Name Still images you shoot are recorded in a folder that is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the way folder names are assigned. 1.
Page 150: Setting Reset
Displays the recordable time of movies and the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. [181] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Version Displays the software version of this product, lens and Mount Adaptor. 1.
Page 151: Playmemories Mobile
Download and install the application PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). [185] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions...
Page 152: Connecting The Product To An Iphone Or Ipad
3. Input the password that is displayed on this product. The smartphone is connected to the product. [186] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad.
Page 153: Calling Up An Application Using [One-Touch(Nfc)
2. Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product. 3. Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to the “SSID” shown on this product. 4. Return to the “Home” screen and launch PlayMemories Mobile. [187] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone...
Page 154: Smart Remote Embedded
feature that works with the smartphone, the product and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi. To use this function, register the desired application in advance. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [One-touch(NFC)] → desired application. 2. Switch this product to shooting mode, then touch an NFC-enabled smartphone to the (N mark) on the product for 1-2 seconds.
Page 155 shutter button (A) on the smartphone to shoot an image. Use button (B) to change settings such as [EV], [Self-Timer] and [Review Check]. Note When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. This product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect.
Page 156: Send To Smartphone
The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc.
Page 157 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. 2. If the product is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the product. Connect the smartphone and the product using that information. The setting method for connecting the smartphone and the product varies depending on the smartphone.
Page 158: Touch Sharing
When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. [191] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a Smartphone Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One- touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone.
Page 159: Send To Computer
About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch-point. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology.
Page 160: Slideshow Settings
Note Depending on the application settings of your computer, the product will turn off after saving the images to your computer. You can transfer images from the product to only one computer at a time. 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.
Page 161: Airplane Mode
Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects*: Select from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size: Select from [HD] and [4K]. The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions. Note You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer. You can view images on a Wi-Fi Direct-enabled TV or network-enabled TV (including cable TV).
Page 162: Access Point Set
[WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the WPS button method. If the security setting is set to WEP or your access point does not support the WPS button method, perform [Access Point Set.].
Page 163 Access points without the mark do not require a password. 4. Select [OK]. How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. 1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2.
Page 164: Edit Device Name
Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device. Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off]. IP Address Setting: Select [Auto] or [Manual]. IP Address: If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address. Subnet Mask/Default Gateway: When you set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter the IP address to match your network environment.
Page 165: Reset Network Set
SSID/PW Reset This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] and [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information. 1.
Page 166: Opening A Service Account
Recommended computer environment For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, use to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website (www.sony.net/pmca/) [203] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Opening a service account You can open a service account, which is required to download applications.
Page 167: Launching The Downloaded Application
[205] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications.
Page 168: Uninstalling Applications
Assign [Download Appli.] and [Application List] to the custom key. You can launch the applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed. [207] How to Use Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Uninstalling applications You can uninstall applications from this product.
Page 169: Playmemories Home
The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Display Account Information]. [210] How to Use Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment...
Page 170: Installing Playmemories Home
DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only).
Page 171: Software For Mac Computers
Using the software Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Wireless Auto Import “Wireless Auto Import” is required if you are using a Mac computer and want to import images to the computer using Wi-Fi function. Download “Wireless Auto Import” from the URL above, and install it on your Mac computer.
Page 172: Remote Camera Control
1. Download and install the software by accessing the following URL (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Note Log on as Administrator. [216] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software Accessing “Image Data Converter Guide” Windows: [Start] → [All Programs] → [Image Data Converter] → [Help] → [Image Data Converter Ver.4].
Page 173: Accessing The Help Of Remote Camera Control
Installing “Remote Camera Control” Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ [219] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control Windows: [Start] → [All Programs] → [Remote Camera Control] → [Remote Camera Control Help].
Page 174: Importing Images To The Computer
Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 175: Disconnecting The Product From The Computer
(HD) disc is created. You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray Disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players.
Page 176: Selecting The Disc Creation Method
Home. (Only for Windows) Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) Writable movie format: PS, FX, FH Player: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) Writable movie format: PS*, FX*, FH Player: AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.)
Page 177: Creating A Disc With A Device Other Than A Computer
Creates a disc with standard definition image quality (STD) Writable movie format: PS*, FX*, FH* Player: Ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD player, computer that can play back DVD discs, etc.) You can create a disc with movies recorded in these formats using PlayMemories Home by down-converting the image quality.
Page 178: Creating Blu-Ray Discs
Multi-session recordings cannot be made. To create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home, be sure to install the dedicated add-on software. For details, see the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ To install, your computer must be connected to the Internet. For detailed operations, see the Help of PlayMemories Home.
Page 179 In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
Page 180 Association). Playback of images recorded with your product on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your product are not guaranteed. Notes on playing movies on other devices This product uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in AVCHD format with this product cannot be played by the following devices.
Page 181: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery
Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to perform the following operation to protect private information. Perform [Setting Reset] to reset all the settings. [228] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions On the internal rechargeable battery...
Page 182 once then reinsert it. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures outside this range. When you connect this product and a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop’s battery charge may decrease.
Page 183: Charging The Battery Pack
The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's Charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.
Page 184: Memory Card
standby. Charging stops and enters standby status automatically when the temperature is outside of the recommended operating temperature. When the temperature returns to the appropriate range, charging resumes and the Charge lamp lights up again. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Page 185 shooting. If this happens, save your images to a computer or other storage location, then execute [Format]. Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the product. Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used.
Page 186: Cleaning The Lens
This product is compatible with Memory Stick Micro media (M2). M2 is an abbreviation for Memory Stick Micro media. To use a Memory Stick Micro media with this product, be sure to insert the Memory Stick Micro media into an M2 Adaptor as large as Duo size. If you insert a Memory Stick Micro media into the product without an M2 Adaptor as large as Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the product.
Page 187: Cleaning The Image Sensor
Do not touch the product with any of the above on your hand. Do not leave the product in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Cleaning the monitor If oil from your hand or hand cream, etc., remain on the monitor, the original coating may become easily removable.
Page 188: Number Of Still Images
[234] How to Use Precautions/This product Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. Image Size]: [L: 24M] When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]* Standard...
Page 189: Recordable Time Of Movies
Even if the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “9999” indicator appears. When an image shot with other products is played back on this product, the image may not appear in the actual image size. [235] How to Use Precautions/This product Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies...
Page 190 64GB: 2 h 35 m File Format]:[AVCHD] 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 20 m 8GB: 40 m 16GB: 1 h 30 m 32GB: 3 h 64GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 5 m...
Page 191: Notes On Continuous Movie Recording
File Format]:[MP4] 1440×1080 12M 2GB: 20 m 4GB: 40 m 8GB: 1 h 20 m 16GB: 2 h 45 m 32GB: 5 h 30 m 64GB: 11 h VGA 3M 2GB: 1 h 10 m 4GB: 2 h 25 m 8GB: 4 h 55 m 16GB: 10 h 32GB: 20 h...
Page 192: Plug Adaptor
The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature, the recording format/setting, or condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or shoot images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the camera will rise and the recording time available will be shorter. When is indicated, stop recording the movie.
Page 193: Mount Adaptor
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Note You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. You cannot use the AF illuminator when using an A-mount lens.
Page 194: La-Ea2 Mount Adaptor
When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. (Approximately two to seven seconds slower (for shooting based on the Sony measurement conditions). This may vary depending on conditions such as subject and brightness during shooting.)
Page 195: La-Ea3 Mount Adaptor
When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. (Approximately two to seven seconds slower (for shooting based on the Sony measurement conditions). This may vary depending on conditions such as subject and brightness during shooting.).
Page 196: Avchd Format
Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens. SSM lens: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens. When the switch on the lens is set to AF, you can use MENU to change the focus method. Other lenses: Can be changed using MENU.
Page 197 Storage connection between the product and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder. [245] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Memory Stick, , Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo,...
Page 198 DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks of Digital Living Network Alliance. " " and "PlayStation" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download.
Page 199: You Cannot Insert The Battery Pack Into The Product
3. Initialize the settings. 4. 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. http://www.sony.net/ [247] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
Page 200: The Power Turns Off Suddenly
before use. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. [249] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The power turns off suddenly. Depending on the product and battery pack temperature, the product may turn off automatically to protect itself. In this case, a message is displayed on the product screen before the product turns off.
Page 201: The Battery Pack Is Not Charged
The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. Remove the battery pack and then reinsert it into the product. Batteries which have not been used for more than a year may have deteriorated. This phenomenon occurs when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location.
Page 202: Recording Takes A Long Time
The lens is not attached properly. Attach the lens properly. The [Self-timer] is activated. [256] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Recording takes a long time. The noise reduction function is processing an image. This is not a malfunction. You are shooting in RAW mode. Since RAW data files are large, RAW mode shooting may take time.
Page 203: The Flash Does Not Work
The flash does not work. Raise the flash. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: [Anti Motion Blur], [Night Scene] or [Hand-held Twilight] in Scene Selection is selected. During Sweep Panorama shooting. During movie recording. [260] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash.
Page 204: The Image Colors Are Not Correct
[263] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings. Readjust the settings. [264] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image colors are not correct.
Page 205: Dots Appear And Remain On The Screen
Dots appear and remain on the screen. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded. [268] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies You cannot shoot images continuously. The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack. [269] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies...
Page 206: The Image Is Blurred
[271] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is blurred. Make sure that [SteadyShot] is set to [On]. The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended. [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] are also effective in reducing blur.
Page 207: The Date And Time Are Not Displayed
guaranteed. The product is in USB mode. Disconnect the product from the computer. Use PlayMemories Home to play back on this product images that are stored on your computer. [275] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The date and time are not displayed. The screen display is set to display images only.
Page 208: You Cannot Send Movies To A Smartphone
[279] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product due to signal conditions. Place the product closer to the wireless access point. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product depending on the access point settings.
Page 209: Product And The Smartphone Is Disconnected
[283] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. When the remaining battery level is low, [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. [284] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is...
Page 210: You Cannot Import Images
The computer does not recognize this product. Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage]. Use the micro USB cable (supplied) to connect the devices. Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. Disconnect all equipment other than this product, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals of your computer.
Page 211: Formatted The Memory Card By Mistake
card inserted into this product and view them on this product. [290] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore the data. [291] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing You cannot print images.
Page 212: You Cannot Print Images With The Date
When you print images at a shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges. [294] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing You cannot print images with the date. If you want to print images with the date, use [Print Setting] under [Specify Printing]. You can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information.
Page 213: The Product Does Not Work Properly
If an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the product again. If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 214: Warning Messages
[301] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all. If you cover the panel with a commercially available protective film, the panel may not operate. If you are touching somewhere other than the point you should touch, the panel may not operate properly.
Page 215 Turn the product off and on again. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The retractable lens with power zoom is retracted. Turn off the product and eject the battery pack, then reinsert the battery pack.
Page 216 System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated.
Page 217 Lock-on AF Overly bright conditions Lock-on AF Varying levels of brightness Lock-on AF Flickering lights Sweep Panorama Subjects too close to the product Sweep Panorama Subjects with large movements or subjects that move too quickly Superior Auto Sweep Panorama Auto HDR Lock-on AF Subjects too small or too large Sweep Panorama...

Sony ILCE-5100 User Manual

Charging the Battery Pack

Trademarks

Inserting a Memory Card

Attaching a Lens

Setting the Date and Time

Confirming the Operation Method

Charging the Battery Pack

If You Have Problems

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Quick Links

Before Use

Names of parts

Icons and indicators

Using the strap

Preparing the camera

Chapters

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