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Sony NEX-F3 Instruction Manual

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Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
E-mount
NEX-F3
4-426-560-12(1)
Preparing the camera
Mastering the basic
operation
Using the recording
functions
Using the playback
functions
Checking the functions
available
Importing images to the
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  • Page 1 Others Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com NEX-F3...

  • 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. NEX-F3 Serial No. ______________________________ Model No.
  • Page 3 • Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.

  • Page 4: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-F3 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 Part 15 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. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ..........9 Identifying parts ..............10 Charging the battery pack ..........15 Attaching/removing the lens ..........19 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) .......21 Turning on the camera and setting up the date ....23 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images ............25 Recording movies .............26...
  • Page 8 Functions available for each shooting mode ....60 Flash modes available............61 Importing images to the computer Installing the software............63 What you can do with the supplied software ....65 Creating a disc of movies..........67 Others Checking the number of recordable images ....69 List of icons on the LCD screen ........

  • Page 9: Checking The Supplied Items

    Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera (page 8). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Common accessories • CD-ROM (1) – Application Software for •...

  • Page 10: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Flash B ON/OFF (Power) switch (23) C Shutter button (26) D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp E Lens release button (20) Image sensor position mark G Smart Accessory Terminal 2 H Microphone I Lens (19) J Mount...
  • Page 11 (flash pop-up) button ( 43 ) (Playback) button (27) C MOVIE button (26) D Soft key A (31) E Soft key B (31) F Soft key C (31) G Control wheel (30) H LCD screen You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle, such as for a low-position shooting.
  • Page 12 A Battery cover (15) B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera. C Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage...
  • Page 13 Lens E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-F3D) See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3D/ F3K/F3Y) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly.
  • Page 14 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3Y) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com...

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not use it.
  • Page 16 Close the cover. Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Charge lamp Power cord Lit: Charging (Mains lead) Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or The charge lamp lights orange, and charging temporarily stopped charging starts.

  • Page 17: 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 cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied). Charging time The charging time is approximately 280 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied).
  • Page 18 and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off, or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. – We do not guarantee operation with all computers. No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer, a modified computer, or charging via a USB hub.

  • Page 19: Attaching/Removing The Lens

    Removing the battery pack Turn off the camera, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and pull out the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Access lamp Attaching/removing the lens...

  • Page 20: Removing The Lens

    While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. • Be sure to put the lens on straight. Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. •...

  • Page 21: Inserting A Memory Card (Sold Separately)

    Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Open the memory card cover. Insert a memory card. Check on the direction of the notched corner. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. Close the cover. Memory cards that you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera.

  • Page 22: Removing The Memory Card

    Note • Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card.

  • Page 23: Turning On The Camera And Setting Up The Date

    Turning on the camera and setting up the date When you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears. Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. The screen to set date and time appears.

  • Page 24: Clock Setting

    Press the left or right of the control wheel to select each item, and press the top or bottom, or turn it to select the numeric value. Daylight Svg.: Turns on or off the daytime saving time setting. Date Format: Selects the format to display date.

  • Page 25: Mastering The Basic Operation

    Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images In the (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. Point the camera to the subject.

  • Page 26: Recording Movies

    Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, beeps sound and z lights up. Focus indicator Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. • When the camera detects and shoots a face with [Auto Port. Framing] set to [Auto], the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable composition.

  • Page 27: Playing Back Images

    Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Notes • The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable the sound recording by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t [Off] (page 57). •...

  • Page 28: Playing Back Movies

    Playing back movies Select MENU t [Playback] t [View Mode] t [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View]. • To return to still image playback, select [Folder View(Still)]. Turn the control wheel to select the desired movie, and press the center. During movie playback Control wheel operation Pause/resume Press the center.

  • Page 29: Deleting Images

    Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. Display the desired image, and press (Delete). Press the center of the control wheel. • Select to quit the operation. To delete several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete several images at the same time.

  • Page 30: Operating The Camera

    Operating the camera The control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera. Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.) and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel.

  • Page 31: Soft Keys

    Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen. To use the function shown at the upper right corner of the screen, press soft key A.

  • Page 32: Using The Guide Function Of The Camera

    Using the guide function of the camera The camera provides various “Help Guides” which explain the functions, and “Shooting Tips” which introduce tips for better shooting. Use these guides to make better use of the camera. Help Guides The camera displays the Help Guide to explain the selected function, when you change the setting, etc.

  • Page 33: Using The Recording Functions

    Using the recording functions Setting the function using Photo Creativity You can operate the camera intuitively using Photo Creativity, since the screen is designed more for intuitive operations than the normal screen. You can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily. Select MENU t [Shoot Mode] t (Intelligent...
  • Page 34 Defocusing the background easily (Background Defocus Control) Select (Bkground Defocus) (page 33). Defocus the background by turning the control wheel. : To focus : To defocus • Select AUTO to restore the original status. • You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect.

  • Page 35: Picture Effect

    Picture Effect Select (Picture Effect) (page 33). Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel. (Off): Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. (Pop Color): Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Brightness Of Still Images (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Press (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel. Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center.

  • Page 37: Shooting Still Images Continuously

    To shoot continuously using the self-timer Select (Self-timer(Cont)) from (Drive Mode). The camera starts continuous recording after ten seconds. Shooting still images continuously The camera records images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel.

  • Page 38: Shooting With Various Shooting Modes

    Press DISP repeatedly to select the desired mode. During shooting Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value, except for when [Shoot Mode] is set to [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama]. Display All Info.: Shows recording information. Big Font Size Disp.: Shows only major items in a larger size.
  • Page 39 Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. (Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. SCN (Scene Selection): Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or condition. (Anti Motion Blur): Reduces the camera shake when shooting a slightly dark indoor scene or a telephoto.

  • Page 40: Scene Selection

    Scene Selection Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 38). Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. (Portrait): Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly. (Landscape): Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.
  • Page 41 Sweep Panorama/3D Sweep Panorama While you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image. Select (Sweep Panorama) or (3D Sweep Panorama) (page 38). Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down.

  • Page 42: Shutter Priority

    Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. Select S (Shutter Priority) (page 38).

  • Page 43: Selecting The Flash Mode

    Program Auto/Superior Auto In Superior Auto mode, the camera shoots with higher quality than Intelligent Auto mode and perform composite shooting as necessary. In Program Auto mode, the camera shoots with various functions, such as white balance, ISO, etc., adjusted. Select (Program Auto) or (Superior Auto)
  • Page 44 Select MENU t [Camera] t [Flash Mode]. Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. (Flash Off): Does not fire even if the flash is raised. (Autoflash): Fires if it is dark or against light. (Fill-flash): Fires every time you trigger the shutter.

  • Page 45: Selecting The Image Size/Record Setting

    Selecting the image size/record setting The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded.
  • Page 46 3D Panorama (16:9) Shoots images using a size suitable for a high- definition TV. Horizontal: 1920 × 1080 (Standard) Shoots images using standard size. Horizontal: 4912 × 1080 (Wide) Shoots images using wide size. Horizontal: 7152 × 1080 Panorama The image size varies depending on the shooting direction (page 53). (Standard) Shoots images using standard size.
  • Page 47 Notes • When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic images, both edges may be cut off. • Movies recorded with the [60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by “PlayMemories Home” in order to create an AVCHD recording disc.

  • Page 48: Using The Playback Functions

    Using the playback functions Enlarging the playback image (Enlarge Image) Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) button Display the image you want to enlarge, then press (Enlarge Image) (the center of the control wheel). Turn the control wheel to adjust the scaling. Press the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel to select the portion you want to enlarge.

  • Page 49: Displaying The Image List

    Displaying the image list Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) button Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six images are displayed at a time. Turn the control wheel to select an image. • To return to the single-image screen, select the desired image, and press the center.

  • Page 50: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing images on a TV To view images recorded on the camera on a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. Connect the camera to the TV To the HDMI with an HDMI cable (sold connector separately).

  • Page 51: Checking The Functions Available

    Checking the functions available Menu list When you press MENU, six menu items; [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback], and [Setup], appear on the screen. You can set various functions in each item. Items that cannot be set in the context are displayed in gray.
  • Page 52 Superior Auto Shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting. Recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions automatically, performs Auto HDR, and chooses the best image. Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash.

  • Page 53: Image Size

    Soft Skin Effect Shoots the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function. (On/Off) Shooting Tip List Allows you to access all shooting tips. LCD Display (DISP) Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting screen on the LCD screen. (Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size Disp./No Disp.
  • Page 54 Movie File Format Selects AVCHD or MP4. Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies. (AVCHD: 60i/50i 24M (FX)/60i/50i 17M (FH)/24p/ 25p 24M (FX)/24p/25p 17M (FH)) (MP4: 1440×1080 12M/VGA 3M) Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance.
  • Page 55 Delete Deletes images. (Multiple Img./All in Folder/All AVCHD view files) Slide Show Plays back images automatically. (Repeat/Interval/Image Type) View Mode Allows you to determine how to group the playback images. (Folder View(Still)/Folder View(MP4)/AVCHD View) Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index screen.
  • Page 56 Live View Display Allows you to choose whether or not to show the value of exposure compensation, etc. on the screen display. (Setting Effect ON/Setting Effect OFF) Auto Review Sets the display time of the image right after shooting. (10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off) Grid Line Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the composition of images.
  • Page 57 Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. (Enable/Disable) Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor attached (sold separately).
  • Page 58 Custom Key Settings Assigns functions to the various keys. (Right Key Setting/Soft key B Setting/Soft key C Setting/Custom) Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. (On/Off) Language Selects the language used on the screen. Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time. Area Setting Selects the area where you are using the camera.
  • Page 59 Reset Default Resets the camera to the factory-settings. Memory Card Tool Format Formats the memory card. File Number Selects the method used for assigning file numbers to images. (Series/Reset) Folder Name Selects the folder name format. (Standard Form/Date Form) Select Shoot. Folder Selects the recording folder.

  • Page 60: Functions Available For Each Shooting Mode

    Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Exposure Self-timer...

  • Page 61: Flash Modes Available

    Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Flash Off Autoflash...
  • Page 62 • [Autoflash] can be selected when [Shoot Mode] is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], or certain [Scene Selection] modes only. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com...

  • Page 63: Importing Images To The Computer

    Importing images to the computer Installing the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: • “Image Data Converter” You can open RAW format image files. • “PlayMemories Home” (Windows only) You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to enhance the images you have shot.

  • Page 64: Connect The Camera To The Computer

    ** Starter (Edition) is not supported. Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (PMHOME) t [Install.exe]. •...

  • Page 65: What You Can Do With The Supplied Software

    Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. “PlayMemories Home” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Note • “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied with the Mac computer.
  • Page 66 • To apply color labels, etc. For details on “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. “Image Data Converter” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com...

  • Page 67: Creating A Disc Of Movies

    PlayMemories Home or creating a disc with devices other than a computer such as a recorder. Record setting available Disc type/usage Player Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) To keep high-definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, –* PlayStation®3, etc.)

  • Page 68: Creating A Disc With A Device Other Than A Computer

    Notes • To create a Blu-ray Disc with “PlayMemories Home,” you have to install proprietary add-on software. For details, access following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ ® • The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries/regions. • Movies recorded with the [60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by “PlayMemories Home”...

  • Page 69: Others

    The table shows the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions.
  • Page 70 Movies The table below shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes per recording. The maximum size of an MP4 movie file is about 2 GB. (h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity 16GB...

  • Page 71: Battery Pack

    – The power turns on and off once every ten times. – Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the charge lamp goes out. – Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately). • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard.

  • Page 72: List Of Icons On The Lcd Screen

    List of icons on the LCD screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Shooting standby Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S Scene Selection Graphic display Scene Recognition...
  • Page 73 Display Indication Display Indication Recording mode Electronic 60i/50i of movies Viewfinder (sold 60i/50i separately) connection error 24p/25p 24p/25p Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) overheating warning Memory card/ Upload Overheating warning Database file full/ 123Min Recordable time Database file error of movies View mode Eco Mode Remaining battery...
  • Page 74 Display Indication Display Indication Flash Smile Shutter ±0.0 compensation Drive Mode Picture Effect Self-portrait Self- timer Smile detection Metering Mode sensitivity indicator Focus mode Focus area mode Face Detection Display Indication White Balance Focus status 1/125 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value 7500K A7 G7 Metered manual...
  • Page 75 Display Indication 2012-1-1 Recorded date/time 9:30AM of the image 12/12 Image number/ Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when Picture Effect did not work on the image. Histogram Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com...

  • Page 76: Learning More About The Camera (Α Handbook)

    Learning more about the camera (α Handbook) “α 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 77: Troubleshooting

    Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re- insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. Reset the settings (page 59). Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed.

  • Page 78: Shooting Images

    • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. The charge lamp on the camera flashes when charging the battery pack.
  • Page 79 The shutter does not release. • You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. • Check the free capacity of the memory card. •...
  • Page 80 The image taken with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is beyond the flash range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject. If the ISO is changed, the flash range also changes with it (page 44).

  • Page 81: Viewing Images

    The exposure value is flashing on the LCD screen or the viewfinder. • The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera. The self-timer lamp does not flash. • When the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees with [Self-portrait Self-timer] set to [On], the self-timer lamp does not flash.

  • Page 82: Precautions

    Precautions On the functions available On the LCD screen and with the camera lens • Your camera is 1080 • The LCD screen is manufactured 60i-compatible or 1080 using extremely high-precision 50i-compatible. technology so over 99.99 % of the To check whether the camera is pixels are operational for effective 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 use.
  • Page 83 On using the lenses and get into the camera. This may accessories cause the camera to malfunction, It is recommended that you use Sony and in some cases this malfunction lenses/accessories designed to suit cannot be repaired. the characteristics of this camera.

  • Page 84: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery

    Consult your outside the camera. This moisture Sony dealer or local authorized Sony condensation may cause a service facility. malfunction of the camera. Charging method of the internal...
  • Page 85 malfunction of the camera or of children. A memory card, etc., memory card, etc. may be swallowed. If such • To avoid the potential risk of data problem occurs, consult a doctor loss, always copy (back up) data to immediately. other medium.
  • Page 86 players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs. Warning on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are...

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Movies: 1/4 000 second to 1/4 second, up to 1/30 in AUTO mode [System] (1/3 EV step) Camera type: Interchangeable lens Flash sync speed: 1/160 second digital camera [Recording media] Lens: E-mount lens “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, [Image sensor] SD card Image sensor: 23.5 ×...
  • Page 88 3D still images: MPO (MPF Rechargeable battery pack Extended (Disparity Image)) NP-FW50 compliant Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V format Ver. 2.0 compatible Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Maximum charge current: 1.02 A Dolby Digital Stereo Creator...
  • Page 89 Lens E16 mm single E18 – 55 mm E55 – 210 mm Lens focus lens zoom lens zoom lens NEX-F3D/F3K/ Camera NEX-F3D NEX-F3Y Equivalent 27 - 82.5 82.5 - 315 35 mm-format focal length (mm) Lens 9-11 9-13 groups-elements Angle of view 83°...
  • Page 90 Intel Corporation. • SDXC logo is trademarks of SD-3C, Trademarks LLC. • is a trademark of Sony • Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi Inc. Corporation. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of • “Memory Stick,” , “Memory MultiMediaCard Association.
  • Page 91 However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. • 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 92: Index

    Index Numerics DISP Button(Monitor) ....53 3D Sweep Panorama....41 Display Card Space ..... 59 3D Viewing........50 Display Color ......58 Display Contents ......37 Drive Mode ......... 52 AF Illuminator ......55 DRO/Auto HDR......54 AF Micro Adj......57 DVD ..........
  • Page 93 High ISO NR ....... 57 Panorama........41 Panorama Direction..... 53 Icons..........72 Peaking Color......56 Image Index ......... 49 Peaking Level......56 Image Size ........45 Photo Creativity ......33 Install ........... 63 Picture Effect......35, 54 Intelligent Auto ......39 Playback ........
  • Page 94 Shooting Tip List ......53 Shooting tips ........ 32 Shutter Priority......42 Slide Show ........55 Smile Shutter ....... 52 Soft keys ........31 Soft Skin Effect......53 Software ........63 Spd Priority Cont......37 Specifications....... 87 Specify Printing ......55 Sports Action .......

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