Page 1 α6500 ILCE-6500 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Names of parts/Icons and indicators Names of parts Identifying parts [1] Basic operations Using the control wheel [2] Using MENU items [3] Using the Fn (Function) button [4] How to use the Quick Navi screen [5]...
Page 2 Notes on charging the battery pack [18] Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Inserting/removing a memory card [19] Memory cards that can be used [20] Notes on memory card [21] Attaching a lens Attaching/removing a lens [22] Attaching the lens hood [23] Attaching accessories Mount Adaptor [24] LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor [25]...
Page 3: Selecting A Drive Mode (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)
Eye AF [37] AF in Focus Mag. (still image) [38] Center Lock-on AF [39] Pre-AF (still image) [40] Eye-Start AF (still image) [41] Priority Set in AF-S [42] Priority Set in AF-C [43] AF Illuminator (still image) [44] AF Area Auto Clear [45] Disp.
Page 4 Bracket Settings [65] Using touch functions Touch Operation [66] Touch Focus [67] Touch Pad Area Set. [68] Touch Pad (vertical) [69] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [70] Aspect Ratio (still image) [71] Quality (still image) [72] Panorama: Size [73] Panorama: Direction [74] Selecting a shooting mode...
Page 5 Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Exposure Comp. [91] Dial/Wheel Ev Comp [92] Exposure Set. Guide [93] Exposure step [94] Metering Mode [95] Spot Metering Point [96] AE lock [97] AEL w/ shutter (still image) [98] Exposure Std. Adjust [99] Exp.comp.set [100] Zebra [101] Correcting brightness and contrast D-Range Opt.
Page 6 Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [113] Selecting an effect mode Creative Style [114] Picture Effect [115] Soft Skin Effect (still image) [116] Auto Obj. Framing (still image) [117] Color Space (still image) [118] Shutter settings Release w/o Lens [119] Release w/o Card [120] Silent Shooting (still image) [121] e-Front Curtain Shut.
Page 7 Face Registration (Delete) [133] Using the flash Using flash [134] Red Eye Reduction [135] Flash Mode [136] Flash Comp. [137] FEL lock [138] Wireless flash shooting [139] Recording movies Shooting movies [140] Movie recording formats [141] File Format (movie) [142] Record Setting (movie) [143] S&Q Settings [144] Dual Video REC [145]...
Page 8 Marker Display (movie) [158] Marker Settings (movie) [159] 4K Output Sel. (movie) [160] Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images [161] Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom) [162] Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) [163] Rotating an image (Rotate) [164] Playing back panoramic images [165] Playing back movies [166] Volume Settings [167]...
Page 9: Customizing The Camera
Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) [178] Assigning selected functions to the button Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) [179] Function Menu Set. [180] Customizing the functions of the dial Dial/Wheel Setup [181] Dial / Wheel Lock [182] Checking images before/after recording Auto Review [183] Aperture Preview [184]...
Page 10 Format [196] File Number [197] Set File Name [198] Display Media Info. [199] Select REC Folder [200] New Folder [201] Folder Name [202] Recover Image DB [203] Upload Settings (Eye-Fi) [204] Camera settings Audio signals [205] Tile Menu [206] Mode Dial Guide [207] Pwr Save Start Time [208] Auto Pwr OFF Temp.
Page 11: Using Wireless Functions
Copyright Info [226] Version [227] Certification Logo (For some models only) [228] Demo Mode [229] Initializing the camera Setting Reset [230] Using wireless functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile [231] Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) [232] Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) [233] Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) [234]...
Page 12: Using A Computer
Changing the wireless connection settings Airplane Mode [242] Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push [243] Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. [244] Edit Device Name [245] Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address [246] Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset [247] Reset Network Set. [248] PlayMemories Camera Apps About PlayMemories Camera Apps PlayMemories Camera Apps [249] Recommended computer environment [250]...
Page 13: List Of Menu Items
Software for Mac computers [260] Importing images for use on a computer PlayMemories Home [261] Installing PlayMemories Home [262] Connecting the camera to a computer [263] Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home [264] Disconnecting the camera from the computer [265] Developing RAW images (Image Data Converter) Image Data Converter [266] Installing Image Data Converter [267]...
Page 14 Panorama: Direction [279] Long Exposure NR (still image) [280] High ISO NR (still image) [281] Color Space (still image) [282] Lens Comp.: Shading Comp. [283] Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Comp. [284] Lens Comp.: Distortion Comp. [285] Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) [286] Scene Selection [287] S.
Page 15 AEL w/ shutter (still image) [312] Exposure Std. Adjust [313] Flash Mode [314] Flash Comp. [315] Exp.comp.set [316] Red Eye Reduction [317] White Balance [318] Priority Set in AWB [319] D-Range Opt. (DRO) [320] Auto HDR [321] Creative Style [322] Picture Effect [323] Picture Profile [324] Soft Skin Effect (still image) [325]...
Page 16 AF drive speed (movie) [342] AF Track Sens (movie) [343] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [344] Audio Recording [345] Audio Rec Level [346] Audio Level Display [347] Wind Noise Reduct. [348] Marker Display (movie) [349] Marker Settings (movie) [350] Silent Shooting (still image) [351] e-Front Curtain Shut.
Page 17 Wireless Send to Smartphone [375] Send to Computer [376] View on TV [377] Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [378] Airplane Mode [379] Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push [380] Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. [381] Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address [382] Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset [383] Bluetooth Settings [384] Loc.
Page 18 Setup Monitor Brightness [400] Viewfinder Bright. [401] Finder Color Temp. [402] Gamma Disp. Assist [403] Volume Settings [404] Upload Settings (Eye-Fi) [405] Tile Menu [406] Mode Dial Guide [407] Delete confirm. [408] Display Quality [409] Pwr Save Start Time [410] Auto Pwr OFF Temp.
Page 19: If You Have Problems
PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img [430] Language [431] Date/Time Setup [432] Area Setting [433] Copyright Info [434] Format [435] File Number [436] Set File Name [437] Select REC Folder [438] New Folder [439] Folder Name [440] Recover Image DB [441] Display Media Info.
Page 20: Identifying Parts
Troubleshooting [455] Warning messages [456] [1] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Names of parts Identifying parts When the lens is removed Shutter button Remote sensor Wi-Fi antenna (built-in) ON/OFF (Power) switch Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator Lens release button Microphone* Mount Image sensor** Lens contacts** Do not cover this part during movie recording.
Page 21 Multi Interface Shoe* Some accessories may not go in all the way and protrude backward from the Multi interface shoe. However, when the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed. Image sensor position mark The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The mark shows the location of the image sensor.
Page 22 For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe. Operations with other manufacturers’ accessories are not...
Page 23 Eye sensor Viewfinder Eyepiece cup Not attached to the camera at the factory. It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder. Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup Match the eyepiece cup to the groove on the viewfinder and slide it into place. To remove the eyepiece cup, grasp it on the left and right sides and lift it up.
Page 24 Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is hard to operate the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup before operating the dial. (Flash pop-up) button MENU button AF/MF/AEL switch lever For shooting: AF/MF button/AEL button For viewing: (Enlarge) button...
Page 25: Using The Control Wheel
NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology. Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below.
Page 26: Using Menu Items
You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. The default settings for the top/bottom/left/right side and the center of the control wheel are as follows.
Page 27: Using The Fn (Function) Button
the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press 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. Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection.
Page 28: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen
Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel, and press the center of the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control dial. To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear.
Page 29 The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → [For viewfinder], then select [Enter]. Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to [For viewfinder]. Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen.
Page 30 Select the desired function in step 4, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings. Note Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable. When using [Creative Style] or [Picture Profile], some of the setup tasks can be accomplished only on a designated screen.
Page 31: How To Use The Keyboard
[7] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Basic operations How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. Move the cursor on desired key using the control wheel, then press the center to enter. Input box The characters you entered are displayed.
Page 32: List Of Icons On The Screen
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. Monitor mode Viewfinder mode In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode For playback Basic information display...
Page 33 Histogram display P P* A S M Shoot Mode Memory recall Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection NO CARD Memory card status/Uploading status 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 34 Remaining battery Remaining battery warning USB power supply Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator Setting Effect OFF NFC is activated Airplane Mode No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduct. SteadyShot Off/On, Camera shake warning SteadyS. Focal Len. /Camera shake warning Obtaining location information/Location information cannot be obtained Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error...
Page 35 Dual Video REC PC Remote Silent Shooting Bright Monitoring Copyright information writing on Gamma Disp. Assist Auto object framing image 120fps 60fps 30fps 15fps 8fps 4fps 100fps 50fps 25fps 12fps 6fps 3fps 2fps 1fps Frame rate for slow/quick motion shooting Writing data/Number of images left to write Focus Cancel Lock-on AF OFF...
Page 36 Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator ― Picture Profile Copyright information exists for image Silent Shooting Finder Frame Rate Lock-on AF Guide display for Center button Lock-on AF Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting Focus Area Focus Cancel Guide display for setting Focus Cancel Bracket indicator Exposure compensation/Metered Manual...
Page 37 ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity Exposure Setting Guide AE lock/FEL lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Location information 90°44′55″N 233°44′55″W Latitude/longitude information Digital level gauge Audio level DRO/Auto HDR/Auto HDR image warning Picture Effect error 2016-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode REC Control Spot metering area...
Page 38: Switching The Screen Display (While Shooting/During Playback)
[9] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Icons and indicators Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder.
Page 39: Histogram Display
The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right. The histogram changes depending on the exposure compensation. Peaks at the right and left ends of the histogram indicate that the image has flare and black defects, respectively.
Page 40: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)
Hint The following are not displayed in the default settings. Graphic Display Display All Info. (when using the viewfinder) To change the display modes, press MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. [10] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Icons and indicators DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in...
Page 41: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
For viewfinder*: Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder. This screen mode is available only in the setting for [Monitor]. Note If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1°...
Page 42: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Micro USB Cable (1) AC Adaptor (1) Shoulder strap (1) Eyepiece cup (1) Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) Shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera) Instruction Manual (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) [12] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Inserting/removing the battery pack Open the battery/memory card cover.
Page 43 Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and press lock lever (A), then remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
Page 44: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera
[13] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the power off. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 45: Charging By Connecting To A Computer
Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. 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).
Page 46: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images
Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (sold separately) Using a Sony SDXC memory card of UHS Speed Class 3 ( ) (sold separately) [Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual][±0]...
Page 47: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)
[Monitor Brightness]: [Manual][±0] [Display Quality]: [Standard] The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) DISP: [Display All Info.] Focus Mode: [Automatic AF] One picture is taken every 30 seconds. The flash strobes once for every two pictures.
Page 48: Notes On The Battery Pack
As long as the power is on, the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor. Under certain conditions, power may be supplied from the battery pack supplementarily even if you are using the AC adaptor. Do not remove the Micro USB cable while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 49 malfunction of this product. Disconnect the product and the computer before performing the above operations. We do not guarantee charging if you are using a self-built or modified computer. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or disconnect the USB cable from the camera.
Page 50: On Battery Life
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 51 Insert the memory card. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Insert the memory card correctly. Not doing so may cause a malfunction. Close the cover. Hint When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card.
Page 52: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
To remove the memory card Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it. [20] Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Memory cards that can be used You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera.
Page 53: Notes On Memory Card
Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more. SD Speed Class 4 ( ) or faster, or UHS Speed Class U1 ( ) or faster SD Speed Class10 ( ), or UHS Speed Class U1 ( ) or faster When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class U3 ( ) is required.
Page 54: Attaching/Removing A Lens
swallow it. Do not disassemble or modify the memory card. The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it. Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the product. Format the memory card using this product.
Page 55 When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera. Hold the camera with the lens mount facing down to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera.
Page 56: Removing The Lens
Be sure to hold the lens straight when attaching it. Removing the lens Keep pressing the lens release button (A) and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. After removing the lens, attach the body cap to the camera and the lens caps to the front and rear of the lens to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera and lens.
Page 57: Attaching The Lens Hood
Attaching the lens hood We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image. Match the shape of the lens hood mounting part and lens head, and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks. Note Attach the lens hood properly.
Page 58: La-Ea1/La-Ea3 Mount Adaptor
[Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. 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.
Page 59: La-Ea2/La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor
to [Phase Detection AF]. SteadyShot: In-body [26] Preparing the camera Attaching accessories LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF select: Lenses that do not support DMF: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens.
Page 60 product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Turn on the camera. The language setting screen will appear and then setting screen for date and time will appear. Select your language, and then press the center of the control wheel. Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press the center.
Page 61: In-Camera Guide
select MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] or [Area Setting]. Note If the date and time setting is canceled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera. This camera does not have a function for inserting the date on images. You can insert the date on images and then save and print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).
Page 62 Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. When a zoom lens is mounted, enlarge images by rotating the zoom ring. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator (such as ) lights up.
Page 63: Focus Mode
The focus is locked. If it is difficult to focus on the desired subject, set [Focus Area] to [Center] or [Flexible Spot]. Keep pressing the shutter button halfway down, and place the subject back in the original position to re-compose the shot. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture.
Page 64 Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the product locks the focus when it determines that the subject is motionless, or continues to focus when the subject is in motion.
Page 65: Focus Area
When [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] is set, the angle of view may change little by little while focusing. This does not affect the actual recorded images. Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available in the movie shooting mode. Hint In [Continuous AF] mode, you can lock the focus by pressing and holding the button that has been assigned the [Focus Hold] function.
Page 66 also move the tracking start area to the desired point by designating the area as a flexible spot or expand flexible spot. List of focus range finder frames The focus range finder frame differs as follows depending on the shooting mode. When focusing on a larger area When focusing on a smaller area When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone] and you aim at a moving subject, the focus...
Page 67: Phase Detection Af
using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. To change the shooting settings using the control wheel, press the button to which [Focus Standard] is assigned. You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand.
Page 68: Focus Standard
[33] Shooting Auto focus Focus Standard If you assign [Focus Standard] to the desired custom key, you can recall useful functions such as moving the focusing frame quickly, etc., depending on the focus area settings. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → desired button, then assign the [Focus Standard] function to the button.
Page 69 During auto focus: Temporarily switches the focusing mode to manual. Adjust the focus by turning the focus ring (A) while holding down the AF/MF button. During manual focus: Temporarily switches the focusing mode to auto while the AF/MF button is held down, and locks the focus.
Page 70 Useful method to micro-adjust the focus When an A-mount lens is attached, activating the auto focus function with a button other than the shutter button lets you focus more precisely in combination with manual focusing. Set [ AF w/ shutter] to [Off]. MENU →...
Page 71: Af In Focus Mag. (Still Image)
The camera focuses on the subject's eyes while you keep the button pressed. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → desired key, then assign the [Eye AF] function to the key. Point the camera at a person's face, and press the button to which you have assigned the [Eye AF] function.
Page 72 You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ AF in Focus Mag.] →...
Page 73: Center Lock-On Af
While the displayed image is being magnified, the following functions are unavailable: [Eye AF] [Center Lock-on AF] Eye-Start AF] Pre-AF] [Smile/Face Detect.] Auto Obj. Framing] [39] Shooting Auto focus Center Lock-on AF When you press the center of the control wheel, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject.
Page 74: Pre-Af (Still Image)
The [Center Lock-on AF] function 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. The ambient light changes.
Page 75: Priority Set In Af-S
Menu item details Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached.
Page 76: Menu Item Details
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Priority Set in AF-C] → desired setting. Menu item details Prioritizes focusing. The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus. Release: Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release.
Page 77: Af Area Auto Clear
[45] Shooting Auto focus AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved.
Page 78: Af Micro Adj
[±0], or reset the values of all the lenses using [Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be...
Page 79: Af System (Still Image)
You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konica-Minolta lens of the same specification. [48] Shooting Auto focus AF System (still image) Sets the focus detection system (Phase Detection AF/Contrast AF) when you attach an A- mount lens using an LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately).
Page 80: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus. When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance may not be displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Note When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder.
Page 81: Focus Magnifier
When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance may not be displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. [51] Shooting Manual focus Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting.
Page 82: Mf Assist (Still Image)
When [ AF in Focus Mag.] is set to [Off]: The [Focus Magnifier] function is canceled. You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. To use the focus magnifier function by touch operation You can adjust the focus on the magnified image touching the monitor.
Page 83: Focus Magnif. Time
Note You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Hint You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) →...
Page 84: Peaking Color
Menu item details High: Sets the peaking level to high. Mid: Sets the peaking level to middle. Low: Sets the peaking level to low. Off: Does not use the peaking function. Note Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens.
Page 85: Cont. Shooting
Select the appropriate mode for the subject, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracketing shooting. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel → desired setting. Select You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Drive Mode].
Page 86 You can also set the continuous shooting by selecting MENU→ (Camera Settings1) → [Drive Mode]. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details Continuous Shooting: Hi+ : Images are shot continuously at the maximum speed while you press and hold down the shutter button.
Page 87 Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. Use the 5-second/10-second self-timer when you are going to be in the picture, and use the 2-second self-timer to reduce camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button.
Page 88: Self-Timer(Cont)
[59] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Self-timer(Cont) Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. You can choose the best from multiple shots. (Drive Mode) of the control wheel →...
Page 89: Cont. Bracket
[60] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Bracket]. Press (Camera Settings1) →...
Page 90: Single Bracket
[61] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Single Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select the image that suits your purpose after recording. If pictures are taken one by one by pressing the shutter button each time, you can adjust the focus or the composition for each shot.
Page 91: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
[62] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Indicator during bracket shooting Viewfinder Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Monitor (Display All Info. or Histogram) Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps...
Page 92 [63] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) WB bracket Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [WB bracket]. Select (Camera Settings1) →...
Page 93: Dro Bracket
DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [DRO Bracket]. Select (Camera Settings1) → You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU→ [Drive Mode].
Page 94: Touch Operation
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Selftimer during Brkt: Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing.
Page 95: Touch Focus
[67] Shooting Using touch functions Touch Focus You can select a subject on which to focus using touch operations in the still image and movie recording modes. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → Desired setting other than [Off]. Specifying the position where you want to focus in the still image mode You can focus on the desired position by touching the monitor.
Page 96 To cancel spot focus, touch or press the center of the control wheel. Hint In addition to the touch focus function, touch operations such as the following are also available. When [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], the focusing frame can be moved using touch operations.
Page 97: Image Size (Still Image)
[69] Shooting Using touch functions Touch Pad (vertical) Sets whether or not to activate touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder in the vertical position. You can prevent unintentional operations caused by your nose, etc. touching the monitor. MENU → (Setup) →...
Page 98: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)
[71] Shooting Selecting still image size/image quality Aspect Ratio (still image) MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. [72] Shooting Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image) MENU →...
Page 99: Panorama: Size
Fine: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Standard: File format: JPEG 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 one memory card, but the image quality will be lower.
Page 100: Panorama: Direction
Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 [74] Shooting Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting. Menu item details Right: Pan the camera from the left to the right.
Page 101: Available Functions
Available functions (Auto Mode): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product. P (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)).
Page 102: Superior Auto
MENU→ (Camera Settings1)→[Auto Mode]→[Intelligent Auto]. Point the camera at the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen. Adjust the focus and shoot the image. Note The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom.
Page 103 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes a scene, scene recognition icon appears on the screen. If necessary, appropriate shooting function for the recognized scene and the number of times the shutter is released also appear. Adjust the focus and shoot the image. When the camera shoots multiple images, it automatically chooses and saves the appropriate image.
Page 104: About Scene Recognition
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 Framing function is activated, two images are saved even if you set [S. Auto Img. Extract.] to [Auto].
Page 105: Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition When the product recognizes certain scenes, the following icons and guides are displayed on the first line: (Portrait) (Infant) (Night Portrait) (Night Scene) (Backlight Portrait) (Backlight) (Landscape) (Macro) (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scene using a tripod) (Hand-held Twilight) Image processing [Cont.
Page 106: Program Auto
image. In this case, the shutter sound is heard multiple times, but only one image is recorded. For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. [82] Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Program Auto...
Page 107: Aperture Priority
[83] 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. Set the mode dial to A (Aperture Priority). Select the desired value by turning the control dial. Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and beyond the subject are blurred.
Page 108: Manual Exposure
Select the desired value by turning the control dial. If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the aperture value on the shooting screen blinks. If this happens, change the shutter speed. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Hint Use a tripod to prevent blurring when you use a slow shutter speed.
Page 109: Bulb Shooting
and shutter speed you have set. When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value indicator will blink if the ISO value you have set is not suitable for appropriate exposure. If this happens, change the shutter speed or aperture value. When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO], use MM (Metered Manual)* to check the exposure value.
Page 110 Set the aperture value (F-value) by turning the control dial. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting. As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open. Hint When shooting fireworks, etc., focus at infinity in manual focus mode.
Page 111: Sweep Panorama
[87] Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). Point the camera at the subject. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition.
Page 112 (B) Guidance bar 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 113: Scene Selection
Long Exposure NR High ISO NR Lock-on AF Other zoom functions than the optical zoom Drive Mode Bright Monitoring The values of the settings for some functions are fixed with Sweep Panorama, as follows: [ISO] is fixed to [ISO AUTO]. [Focus Area] is fixed to [Wide].
Page 114 Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Sunset: Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. 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.
Page 115 Note Under the following settings, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring: [Night Scene] [Night Portrait] In the [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4 times and an image is recorded.
Page 116 Press the center of the control wheel to confirm. You can also recall registered modes or settings by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Recall]. Hint To recall settings registered to the memory card, set the mode dial to 1 or 2, then select the desired number by pressing the left/right side of the control wheel.
Page 117: Exposure Comp
aperture value). Aperture Priority / Aperture Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority / Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure / Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually.
Page 118 Note You cannot perform the exposure compensation in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] When using [Manual Exposure], you can perform the exposure compensation only when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. Only a value between -3.0 EV and + 3.0 EV with the equivalent image brightness appears on the screen when shooting.
Page 119: Exposure Set. Guide
Dial: Assigns the exposure compensation function to the control dial. Note If you assign the exposure compensation function to the control dial, the function that was originally assigned can be managed using the control wheel, and vice versa. When the shooting mode is set to [Manual Exposure] and ISO is set to [ISO AUTO], [Dial/Wheel Ev Comp] is disabled.
Page 120: Metering Mode
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV/0.5EV [95] Shooting Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU →...
Page 121: Spot Metering Point
circumstances. Note [Metering Mode] is locked to [Multi] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Other zoom functions than the optical zoom In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen. [96] Shooting Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Spot Metering Point...
Page 122 When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock the exposure before shooting. To reduce the brightness of the subject, meter the light at a spot brighter than the subject and lock the exposure of the entire screen.
Page 123: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)
AEL w/ shutter (still image) Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Select [Off] to adjust the focus and the exposure separately. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ AEL w/ shutter] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Fixes the exposure after adjusting the focus automatically when you press the shutter button...
Page 124: Exp.comp.set
The set standard value will be applied when you select the corresponding metering mode in MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode]. Multi/ Center/ Spot/ Entire Screen Avg./ Highlight Note The exposure compensation will not be affected when [Exposure Std. Adjust] is changed. The exposure value will be locked according to the value set for [ Spot] during using spot AEL.
Page 125: D-Range Opt. (Dro)
IRE level that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zebra] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+/Custom1/Custom2: Adjusts the brightness level. Hint You can register values to check the correct exposure or overexposure as well as the brightness level for [Zebra].
Page 126 D-Range Optimizer: Lv1 ― D-Range Optimizer: Lv5: Optimizes the gradation of a recorded image for each divided area. Select the optimization level from Lv1 (weak) to Lv5 (strong). Note In the following situations, [D-Range Opt.] is fixed to [Off]: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. Multi Frame NR When [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off] When [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]...
Page 127 Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 1.0EV ― Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 6.0EV: Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. Select the optimization level from 1.0EV (weak) to 6.0EV (strong). For example, if you set the exposure value to 2.0 EV, three images will be composed with the following exposure levels: -1.0 EV, correct exposure and +1.0 EV.
Page 128 (Camera Settings1) → [ISO]. You can also select MENU→ Menu item details Multi Frame NR: Combines continuous shots to create an image with less noise. Press the right side to display the setting screen, then select a desired value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. Select the desired ISO number from ISO AUTO or ISO 100 –...
Page 129: Iso Auto Min. Ss
[105] Shooting Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO AUTO Min. SS If you select [ISO AUTO] or [ISO AUTO] under [Multi Frame NR] when the shooting mode is P (Program Auto) or A (Aperture Priority), you can set the shutter speed at which the ISO sensitivity starts changing.
Page 130: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
[106] Shooting Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.
Page 131: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)
You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies. When a power zoom lens is mounted, you cannot use [Zoom] under MENU. If you enlarge image past the optical zoom range, the product automatically switches to another [Zoom] function than the optical zoom.
Page 132: Zoom Setting
[108] Shooting Using the zoom Zoom Setting You can select the zoom setting of the product. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Optical zoom only: Limits the zoom range to the optical zoom. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [ Image Size] to [M] or [S].
Page 133: Zoom Ring Rotate
M: 12M Approx. 1.4× Approx. 2.8× Approx. 5.7× S: 6.0M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8× [110] Shooting Using the zoom Zoom Ring Rotate Assigns zoom in (T) or zoom out (W) functions to the zoom ring rotation direction. Available only with power zoom lenses that support this function.
Page 134: Priority Set In Awb
product adjusts the color tones to suit to the selected light source (preset white balance). When you select [Auto], the product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones. C.Temp./Filter: Adjusts the color tones depending on the light source. Achieves the effect of CC (Color Compensation) filters for photography.
Page 135: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode
Ambience: Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. [113] Shooting White balance Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness.
Page 136: Creative Style
[114] Shooting Selecting an effect mode Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with this function, unlike with [Scene Selection], where the product adjusts the exposure. MENU →...
Page 137 (A): Displayed only when Style Box is selected Menu item details Standard: 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. Neutral: The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones.
Page 138: Picture Effect
For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( )) to register preferred settings. Then select the desired settings using the right button. You can call up the same style with slightly different settings. To set [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] [Contrast], [Saturation], and [Sharpness] can be adjusted for each image style preset such as [Standard] and [Landscape], and for each [Style Box] to which you can register preferred...
Page 139 Off: 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. Posterization: Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white.
Page 140: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)
[Rich-tone Mono.] [Miniature] [Watercolor] [Illustration] In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono.], the shutter is released three times for one shot. Be careful about the following: Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not flash light. Do not change the composition during shooting.
Page 141: Auto Obj. Framing (Still Image)
Soft Skin Effect] is not available for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. [117] Shooting Selecting an effect mode Auto Obj. Framing (still image) When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are tracked by [Lock-on AF], the product automatically trims the image into an appropriate composition, and then saves it.
Page 142: Color Space (Still Image)
[118] Shooting Selecting an effect mode Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image. MENU →...
Page 143: Release W/O Card
an astronomical telescope, etc. Disable: Does not release the shutter when a lens is not attached. Note Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image.
Page 144 Menu item details You can shoot images without the shutter sound. Off: Silent Shooting] is deactivated. Note Use the [ Silent Shooting] function on your own responsibility, while taking sufficient consideration to the privacy and portrait rights of the subject. Even if [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], it will not be completely silent.
Page 145 [122] Shooting Shutter settings e-Front Curtain Shut. The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [e-Front Curtain Shut.] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses the electronic front curtain shutter function. Off: Does not use the electronic front curtain shutter function.
Page 146: Steadyshot Settings
Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. [124] Shooting Reducing blur SteadyShot Settings You can shoot with an appropriate SteadyShot setting for the attached lens. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → [On]. [SteadyShot Settings] →...
Page 147 When using an SEL16F28 lens (sold separately) with a teleconverter, etc., set [SteadyShot Adjust.] to [Manual] and set the focal length. When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens.
Page 148: Long Exposure Nr (Still Image)
Menu item details Auto: Reduces the color deviation automatically. Off: Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. [127] Shooting Lens compensation Lens Comp.: Distortion Comp. Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. MENU →...
Page 149: High Iso Nr (Still Image)
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Long Exposure NR] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is open. When noise reduction is in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the image quality.
Page 150: Smile/Face Detect
Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Note High ISO NR] is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ Quality] is set to [RAW], this function is not available.
Page 151: Face Registration (New Registration)
Tips for capturing smiles more effectively Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth.
Page 152: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)
If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a priority when [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration]. Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter].
Page 153: Using Flash
Deletes a registered face. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Delete]. If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All].
Page 154: Red-Eye Reduction
The light of the flash may be blocked, depending on the lens. The corners of a recorded image may be shaded, depending on the lens. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 155: Flash Mode
[136] Shooting Using the flash Flash Mode You can set the flash mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Flash Off: 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.
Page 156: Flash Comp
[137] Shooting Using the flash Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture.
Page 157 Press the button to which [FEL Lock toggle] is registered, and set the flash amount. A pre-flash flashes. (FEL lock) lights up. Adjust the composition and shoot the image. When you want to release the FEL lock, press the button to which the [FEL Lock toggle] is registered again.
Page 158: Wireless Flash Shooting
setting [FEL Lock/AEL hold] and [FEL Lock/AEL tggle.], you can shoot images with the AE locked in the following situations. When [Flash Mode] is set to [Flash Off] or [Autoflash]. When the flash cannot go off. [139] Shooting Using the flash Wireless flash shooting There are two ways to use the wireless flash.
Page 159: Shooting Movies
HVL-F20M can only be used as the controller. [140] Recording movies Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to [Always] in the default setting, movie recording can be started from any shooting mode.
Page 160 D-Range Opt. Lens Comp. You can change the settings for ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation, and focus area while shooting movies. While shooting movies, the recorded image can be output without the shooting information display by setting [HDMI Info. Display] to [Off]. Note The sound of the lens and the product in operation may be recorded during movie recording.
Page 161: Movie Recording Formats
Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies, AVCHD movies, and MP4 movies to a computer. [141] Recording movies Movie recording formats The following movie recording formats are available with this camera. What is XAVC S? Records movies in high definition such as 4K by converting them into MP4 movies using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec.
Page 162 XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format supports a high bit rate. Audio: LPCM One of the following kinds of memory card is needed to record movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K]: Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more.
Page 163: Record Setting (Movie)
using the PlayMemories Home software. Note When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. When [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited to approx.
Page 164 ― 120p/100p 120p 60M/100p 60M 120p 100M/100p 100M ― ― 60p/50p 60p 50M /50p 50M ― ― 30p/25p 30p 50M /25p 50M ― ― 24p 50M Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD] 60i/50i: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 fields/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50 fields/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlaced mode with Dolby Digital audio and in the AVCHD format.
Page 165 720/30p 6M 1080/30p 16M ― 30p/25p /720/25p 6M /1080/25p 16M Note Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS) ]/[50p 28M(PS) ]/[60i 24M(FX) ]/[50i 24M(FX) ]/[24p 24M(FX) ]/[25p 24M(FX) ] as the [ Record Setting] are converted by PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. You cannot create a disc in the original image quality.
Page 166 settings for [ Record Setting] and [ Frame Rate]. Press the MOVIE (movie) button to start recording. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Menu item details Record Setting: Selects the frame rate of the movie. Frame Rate: Selects the shooting frame rate. Playback speed The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned [ Record Setting] and [...
Page 167: Dual Video Rec
12fps 2.08 times quick 4.16 times quick 6fps 4.16 times quick 8.3 times quick 3fps 8.3 times quick 16.6 times quick 2fps 12.5 times quick 25 times quick 1fps 25 times quick 50 times quick When [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], you cannot set [ Record Setting] to [60p]/[50p].
Page 168: Audio Recording
simultaneously. Off: The [Dual Video REC] function is not used. Note When [ Record Setting] for an XAVC S movie is set to [60p]/[50p] or [120p]/[100p], [ Record Setting] for an AVCHD movie is set to [60p]/[50p], or [ File Format] is set to [MP4], [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off].
Page 169: Audio Rec Level
Displays the audio level. Off: Does not display the audio level. Note The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode.
Page 170: Wind Noise Reduct
Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to http://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail].
Page 171 change. Move to the item index screen by pressing the right side of the control wheel. Select the item to change using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. Select the desired value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel and press in the center.
Page 172 Selects a gamma curve. Movie: Standard gamma curve for movies Still: Standard gamma curve for still images Cine1: Softens the contrast in dark parts and emphasizes gradation in bright parts to produce a relaxed color movie. (equivalent to HG4609G33) Cine2: Similar to [Cine1] but optimized for editing with up to 100% video signal. (equivalent to HG4600G30) Cine3: Intensifies the contrast in light and shade more than [Cine1] and strengthens gradation in black.
Page 173 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 174 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set], [Knee] is set to [Off]. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve...
Page 175: Gamma Disp. Assist
[151] Recording movies Gamma Disp. Assist Movies with S-Log gamma are assumed to be processed after shooting in order to make use of the wide dynamic range. They are therefore displayed in low contrast during shooting and may be difficult to monitor, using [Gamma Disp. Assist], contrast equivalent to that of normal gamma can be reproduced.
Page 176: Af Drive Speed (Movie)
MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Auto Slow Shut.] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses Auto Slow Shutter. The shutter speed automatically slows when recording in dark locations. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations.
Page 177: Af Track Sens (Movie)
[154] Recording movies AF Track Sens (movie) You can set the AF sensitivity in movie mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ AF Track Sens]→desired setting. Menu item details Responsive: Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly.
Page 178 UB Time Rec: Sets whether or not to record the time as a user bit. How to set the time code (TC Preset) MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Preset]. Turn the control wheel and select the first two digits. The time code can be set between the following range.
Page 179: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch
How to select the count up format for the time code (TC Run) MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Run]. Rec Run: Sets the stepping mode for the time code to advance only while recording. The time code is recorded sequentially from the last time code of the previous recording.
Page 180: Movie Button
[157] Recording movies MOVIE Button Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE (Movie) button. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting. Menu item details Always: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie/S&Q Motion] mode.
Page 181: Marker Settings (Movie)
[159] Recording movies Marker Settings (movie) Sets the markers to be displayed while shooting movies. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ 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]/[On] Aspect: Sets the aspect marker display.
Page 182 Connect the camera to the desired device via an HDMI cable. MENU → (Setup) → [ 4K Output Sel.] → desired setting. Menu item details Memory Card+HDMI: Simultaneously outputs to the external recording/playback device and records on the camera’s memory card. HDMI Only(30p): Outputs a 4K movie in 30p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera’s memory card.
Page 183: Playing Back Still Images
[161] Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Plays back the recorded images. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. Select the image with the control wheel. Hint The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may not be played back correctly.
Page 184: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)
Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/left sides of the control wheel. Press the MENU button, or the center of the control wheel to exit the playback zoom. Hint You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU. You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor.
Page 185: Rotating An Image (Rotate)
[164] Viewing Viewing images Rotating an image (Rotate) Rotates a recorded still image counter-clockwise. Display the image to be rotated, then select MENU → (Playback) → [Rotate]. Press the center of the control wheel. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press the center. If you rotate the image once, the image remains rotated even after the product is turned off.
Page 186: Playing Back Movies
To pause playback, press the center again. To scroll panoramic images manually, press the top/bottom/right/left during pause. To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU button. Note Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly.
Page 187: Volume Settings
: Previous movie file : Displays the next frame : Displays the previous frame : Photo Capture : Sound volume adjustment : Closes the operation panel Hint “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame”...
Page 188: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)
Play back the movie and pause it. Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image.
Page 189: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)
top/bottom sides of the control wheel. While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. [170] Viewing Viewing images Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Sets the View Mode (image display method).
Page 190: Protecting Images (Protect)
Select [Enter]. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off], 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], [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec]. To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU button to quit the slideshow.
Page 191 Cancel All in this Folder: Cancels the protection of all images in the selected folder. Cancel All with this date: Cancels the protection of all images in the selected date range. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. [173] Viewing Designating images for printing (DPOF) Specify Printing (Specify Printing)
Page 192: Deleting A Displayed Image
Some printers do not support the date print function. [174] Viewing Deleting images Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete.
Page 193: Delete Confirm
mark. (2) To delete other images, repeat step (1). (3) MENU → [OK]. All in this Folder: Deletes all images in the selected folder. All with this date: Deletes all images in the selected date range. Hint Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images. To display the desired folder or date, select the desired folder or date during playback by performing the following procedure: (Image Index) button →...
Page 194: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable
Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required. Turn off both this product and the TV. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
Page 195 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. You can connect this product to Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices with a USB terminal using the supplied micro USB cable.
Page 196: Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(Pb)
Allows you to register up to 2 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial. Set the product to the setting you want to register. MENU →...
Page 197: Function Menu Set
The keys that can be assigned functions are different for [Custom Key(Shoot.)] and [Custom Key(PB)]. You can assign the desired functions to the following keys. Custom Button 2 Custom Button 1 AF/MF Button/AEL Button Button Control Wheel (Center Button/Down Button/Left Button/Right Button) Custom Button 3 You can also assign a shooting function to the focus hold button on the lens.
Page 198: Dial / Wheel Lock
[181] Customizing the camera Customizing the functions of the dial Dial/Wheel Setup You can switch the functions of the control dial and the control wheel. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Dial/Wheel Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details F/no.: You can change the shutter speed using the control wheel, and change the aperture value using the control dial.
Page 199: Auto Review
You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. [183] Customizing the camera Checking images before/after recording Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the display time for Auto Review.
Page 200: Shot. Result Preview
Confirm the image by pressing the key to which [Aperture Preview] was assigned. Hint Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. [185] Customizing the camera Checking images before/after recording Shot.
Page 201 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Live View Display] → desired setting. Menu item details Setting Effect ON: Displays Live View in conditions close to what your picture will look like as a result of applying all your settings. This setting is useful when you want to shoot pictures while checking the results of the shot on the Live View screen.
Page 202 Menu item details Rule of 3rds Grid: Place main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds for a well- balanced composition. Square Grid: Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or duplicated images.
Page 203: Deactivate Monitor
[189] Customizing the camera Monitor/viewfinder settings Deactivate Monitor When you press the key to which the [Deactivate Monitor] function has been assigned, the monitor turns black, and the screen display is locked to [No Disp. Info.]. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → set the [Deactivate Monitor] function to the desired key.
Page 204: Viewfinder Bright
When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. When [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when shooting a movie using the Wi-Fi functions. [191] Customizing the camera Monitor/viewfinder settings Viewfinder Bright.
Page 205: Finder Frame Rate (Still Image)
Adjusts the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder. MENU → (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color.
Page 206: Bright Monitoring
You can change the display quality. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. [195] Customizing the camera Monitor/viewfinder settings Bright Monitoring...
Page 207: File Number
When the camera is turned off. When the shooting mode is changed from P/A/S/M to a mode that is not P/A/S/M. When the focus mode is set to other than manual focus. When [ MF Assist] is executed. When [Focus Magnifier] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations.
Page 208: Set File Name
MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series: The product will assign numbers to files sequentially up to "9999" without resetting. Reset: The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001".
Page 209: Select Rec Folder
of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. [200] Customizing the camera Memory card settings Select REC Folder If [Folder Name] is set to [Standard Form] and there are 2 folders or more, you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded.
Page 210: Folder Name
[202] Customizing the camera Memory card settings Folder Name Still images are recorded in a folder that is automatically created inside the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the way folder names are assigned. MENU → (Setup) → [Folder Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF.
Page 211: Upload Settings (Eye-Fi)
[204] Customizing the camera Memory card settings 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. MENU → (Setup) →...
Page 212: Audio Signals
Wireless LAN communication may be influenced by other communication devices. If the communication status is poor, move closer to the access point to be connected. Third parties may know where you shot the image if you upload the image when [ Loc.
Page 213: Mode Dial Guide
Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display.
Page 214: Auto Pwr Off Temp
Menu item details 30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min/10 Sec Note Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time. When using a lens with power zoom, the lens is retracted one minute after the product stops operation if [Pwr Save Start Time] is set to [10 Sec].
Page 215: Remote Ctrl
Continuous recording time for movies (HD): Approx. 29 minutes Continuous recording time for movies (4K): Approx. 29 minutes Ambient temperature: 40°C (104°F) Continuous recording time for movies (HD): Approx. 29 minutes Continuous recording time for movies (4K): Approx. 20 minutes HD: XAVC S HD (60p 50M/50p 50M, not connected via Wi-Fi) 4K: XAVC S 4K (24p 60M, not connected via Wi-Fi) Note...
Page 216: Ntsc/Pal Selector
NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. MENU → (Setup) → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] Note If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with a different video system, a message telling you that you must reformat the card will appear.
Page 217: Hdmi Settings: 24P/60P Output (Movie) (Only For 1080 60I Compatible Models)
[213] Customizing the camera Camera settings HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) Set 1080/24p or 1080/60p as the HDMI output format when [ Record Setting] is set to [24p 24M(FX) ], [24p 17M(FH) ], [24p 50M MENU →...
Page 218: Hdmi Settings: Tc Output (Movie)
Displays the shooting information on the TV. The recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the TV, while nothing is displayed on the camera’s monitor. Off: Does not display the shooting information on the TV. Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor.
Page 219: Hdmi Settings: Ctrl For Hdmi
If you connect the camera to an external recorder/player, you can remotely command the recorder/player to start/stop recording using the camera. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ REC Control] → desired setting. Menu item details The camera can send a recording command to an external recorder/player. The camera is sending a recording command to an external recorder/player.
Page 220: Usb Connection
Operate this product using the TV’s remote control. Menu item details You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note If you connect this product to a TV using an HDMI cable, available menu items are limited. [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA”...
Page 221: Usb Lun Setting
PC Remote: Uses “Remote Camera Control” to control this product from the computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto].
Page 222: Pc Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest
Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. [221] Customizing the camera Camera settings PC Remote Settings: Still Img.
Page 223: Date/Time Setup
Selects the file type for images to be transferred to the computer in PC Remote shooting. When shooting still images using PC Remote, the application on the computer does not display the image until the image has been completely transferred. When performing RAW+JPEG shooting, you can accelerate the display processing speed by transferring only JPEG images instead of transferring both RAW and JPEG images.
Page 224: Area Setting
MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. Hint To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off.
Page 225 In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. [227] Customizing the camera...
Page 226: Demo Mode
[228] Customizing the camera Camera settings Certification Logo (For some models only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. MENU → (Setup) → [Certification Logo]. [229] Customizing the camera Camera settings 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.
Page 227: Setting Reset
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/). Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to...
Page 228: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Remote)
[232] Using wireless functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled Android smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Activate the NFC function of the smartphone.
Page 229: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Qr Code)
Note If you cannot make a connection, do as the following: Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward (N mark) of this product. If the smartphone is in a case, remove it. If the product is in a case, remove it. Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone.
Page 230 Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera]. Select [OK] on the smartphone screen. When a message is displayed, select [OK] again. Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the smartphone. Once the QR code has been read, a message [Connect with the camera?] will be displayed on the monitor of the smartphone.
Page 231: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Ssid)
to the smartphone. This enables you to easily connect the smartphone to the product via Wi-Fi at a later date by selecting the SSID. Note Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band. If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone.
Page 232 Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx). Input the password that is displayed on this product. The smartphone is connected to the product. You can shoot an image using remote control while checking the composition of the image on the smartphone screen. Note Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band.
Page 233 [235] Using wireless functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad. MENU →...
Page 234 Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the iPhone or iPad. Install the profile (setting information) by following the instructions shown on the iPhone or iPad screen and select [OK]. The profile will be installed to the iPhone or iPad. Select [Settings] on the "Home"...
Page 235: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Ssid)
Return to the "Home" screen of the iPhone or iPad and launch PlayMemories Mobile. You can shoot an image using remote control while checking the composition of the image on the screen of the iPhone or iPad. Hint Once the QR code has been read, this product's SSID (DIRECT-xxxx) and password are registered to the iPhone or iPad.
Page 236 Press the (Delete) button of this product. This product's SSID and password are displayed on the monitor of this product. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad. Input the password that is displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product.
Page 237: Send To Smartphone
Return to the "Home" screen of the iPhone or iPad and launch PlayMemories Mobile. You can shoot an image using remote control while checking the composition of the image on screen of the iPhone or iPad. Note Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band.
Page 238: Menu Item Details
PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear. If the product is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the product.
Page 239: Sending Images To An Android Smartphone (Nfc One- Touch Sharing)
You cannot send XAVC S or AVCHD format movies. This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps.
Page 240: Send To Computer
Before you touch the smartphone, cancel the sleep and lock-screen functions of the smartphone. The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the product. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches.
Page 241 You can transfer images stored in the product to a computer connected to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router and easily make backup copies using this operation. Before starting this operation, install PlayMemories Home on your computer and register the access point on the product.
Page 242: Slideshow Settings
To display the next/previous image manually, press the right/left sides of the control wheel. To change the device to be connected, press the down side of the control wheel, then select [Device list]. Slideshow settings You can change the slideshow settings by pressing the down side of the control wheel. Playback Selection: Selects the group of images to be shown.
Page 243: Preparation In Advance
Preparation in advance To use the location information linking function of the camera, the application PlayMemories Mobile is required. If “Location Information Linkage” is not displayed on the top page of PlayMemories Mobile, you need to perform the following steps beforehand. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.
Page 244 Confirm that [Airplane Mode] for the camera is set to [Off]. Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/...
Page 245: Airplane Mode
Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again. The location information will not be recorded when it cannot be obtained, such as when the Bluetooth connection is disconnected.
Page 246: Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set
If your access point has the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, you can register the access point to this product easily by pushing the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button. MENU → (Wireless) →[Wi-Fi Settings] → [WPS Push]. Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. Note [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button method.
Page 247 When the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the desired access point. When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen: Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point. If you select [Manual Setting], input the SSID name of the access point, then select the security system.
Page 248: Edit Device Name
[245] Using wireless functions Changing the wireless connection settings Edit Device Name You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Wireless) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. [246] Using wireless functions Changing the wireless connection settings Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address...
Page 249: Reset Network Set
Recommended computer environment For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, refer to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website (http://www.sony.net/pmca/) [251] PlayMemories Camera Apps Installing the applications Opening a service account...
Page 250: Downloading Applications
You can open a service account, which is required to download applications. Access the application download website. http://www.sony.net/pmca/ Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the product.
Page 251: Downloading Applications Directly To The Product Using The Wi-Fi Function
[253] PlayMemories Camera Apps 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. Acquire a service account in advance. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications.
Page 252: Uninstalling Applications
You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the product. If the application you call up has a 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.
Page 253: Changing The Order Of Applications
[258] PlayMemories Camera Apps Managing the applications Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → [Application Management] →...
Page 254: Software For Mac Computers
You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ [260] Using a computer 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.
Page 255: Installing Playmemories Home
Installing PlayMemories Home Using your computer's Internet browser, go to the URL below and download PlayMemories Home by following the on-screen instructions. http://www.sony.net/pm/ An Internet connection is required. For detailed instructions, visit the PlayMemories Home support page (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable (supplied), then turn the product on.
Page 256: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
Note Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. [263] Using a computer Importing images for use on a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Insert a fully charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall...
Page 257: Importing Images To The Computer Without Using Playmemories Home
Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies or XAVC S movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 258: Installing Image Data Converter
Removing a memory card. Turning off the product. Click (Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media ) in the taskbar. Click the displayed message. Note On Mac computers, drag and drop the memory card icon or the drive icon into the “Trash” icon. The camera will be disconnected from the computer.
Page 259: Installing Remote Camera Control
Windows http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note Log on as Administrator. [268] Using a computer Controlling the camera from a computer (Remote Camera Control) Remote Camera Control When using Remote Camera Control, the following operations are available on your computer. Changing this product’s settings and shooting.
Page 260: Selecting A Disc To Be Created
DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4 (AVC) Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 3, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high-definition image quality (HD) disc.
Page 261: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies
You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.
Page 262: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies
You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD- compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.
Page 263 When you create a DVD disc for the first time, connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable. Install the dedicated add-on software following the on-screen instructions. (An internet connection is needed.) For details on how to create a disc using PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help for PlayMemories Home.
Page 264 Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. [275] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Quality (still image) MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details RAW: File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format) Digital processing is not performed on this file format.
Page 265 This will allow more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality will be lower. About RAW images To open a RAW image file recorded with this camera, the software Image Data Converter is needed. With Image Data Converter, you can open a RAW image file, then convert it into a popular image format such as JPEG or TIFF, or readjust the white balance, saturation or contrast of the image.
Page 266 Note When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to "L." [277] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Aspect Ratio (still image) MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints.
Page 267 [279] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting. Menu item details Right: Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left.
Page 268: Menu Item Details
Noise reduction may not be activated even if [ Long Exposure NR] is set to [On] in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action], [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] is selected.
Page 269 High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. [282] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.”...
Page 270 Menu item details Auto: Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Off: Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. The amount of light around the edges may not be corrected, depending on the lens type. [284] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Lens Comp.: Chro.
Page 271 Menu item details Auto: Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Off: Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. [286] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode)
Page 272 Turn the control dial to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly. 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.
Page 273 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. The flash does not pop up automatically.
Page 274 In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting. The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro].
Page 275 bracketing shooting. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel → desired setting. Select You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Drive Mode]. Menu item details Single Shooting: Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer: Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.
Page 276 You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Drive Mode]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Selftimer during Brkt: Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer.
Page 277 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. [292] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Allows you to register up to 2 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card.
Page 278 Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject.
Page 279 Continuously repetitive patterns, such as the facades of buildings Subjects in the focusing area with different focal distances Note [Automatic AF] is available only when you are using a lens that supports phase detection AF. When [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] is set, the angle of view may change little by little while focusing.
Page 280 Sets whether to release the shutter even if the subject is not in focus when the continuous AF is activated and the subject is in motion. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Priority Set in AF-C] → desired setting. Menu item details Prioritizes focusing.
Page 281 When the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down, the product tracks the subject within the selected autofocus area. This setting is available only when the focus mode is set to [Continuous AF]. Point the cursor at [Lock-on AF] on the [Focus Area] setting screen, and then adjust the desired area to start tracking using the left/right sides of the control wheel.
Page 282 To move the focus area When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], if pressing the button to which [Focus Standard] is assigned, you can shoot while moving the focus area using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. To change the shooting settings using the control wheel, press the button to which [Focus Standard] is assigned.
Page 283 Off: Does not use the AF illuminator. Note You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations: In movie mode Sweep Panorama When [ Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] and the subject is moving (when the focus indicator lights up).
Page 284 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Hint You can select the subject to be tracked by touch operation when shooting using the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off]. Note The [Center Lock-on AF] function may not function very well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly.
Page 285 The following functions are unavailable when [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF]: [Zone], [Expand Flexible Spot], and [Lock-on AF] in [Focus Area] [Eye AF] When [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], the camera will temporarily switch to [AF].
Page 286 Pre-AF (still image) The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.
Page 287 AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time.
Page 288 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 289 [306] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation). (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel →...
Page 290 to [ISO AUTO]. Only a value between -3.0 EV and + 3.0 EV with the equivalent image brightness appears on the screen when shooting. If you set an exposure beyond this range, the image brightness on the screen does not show the effect, but it will be reflected in the recorded image. You can adjust the exposure in a range of -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies.
Page 291 The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. The available ISO settings will differ depending on whether you are shooting still images, shooting movies, or shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies. When shooting movies, ISO values between 100 and 25600 are available. If the ISO value is set to a value larger than 25600, the setting is automatically switched to 25600.
Page 292: Metering Mode
shoot images with less noise. 1/4000 ― 30": The ISO sensitivity starts to change at the shutter speed you have set. Hint The difference in shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity starts to change between [Faster], [Fast], [Standard], [Slow], and [Slower] is 1 EV. Note If the exposure is insufficient even when the ISO sensitivity is set to [ISO AUTO Maximum] in [ISO AUTO], in order to shoot with an appropriate exposure, the shutter speed will be slower than the...
Page 293 Measures the average brightness of the entire screen. The exposure will be stable even if the composition or the position of the subject changes. Highlight: Measures the brightness while emphasizing the highlighted area on the screen. This mode is suitable for shooting the subject while avoiding overexposure. Hint When [Spot] is selected and [Focus Area] is set to either [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot] while [Spot Metering Point] is set to [Focus Point Link], the spot metering point can be coordinated...
Page 294 When [Focus Area] is set to other than [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position is locked to the center. When [Focus Area] is set to [Lock-on AF: Flexible Spot] or [Lock-on AF:Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the Lock-on AF start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject.
Page 295 Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings.
Page 296 [314] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Flash Mode You can set the flash mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Flash Off: 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.
Page 297 Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture. MENU →...
Page 298 [317] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting. Menu item details The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 299 Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup]. Custom Setup: Memorizes the basic white color under the light conditions for the shooting environment. Select a memorized custom white balance number. Hint You can display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color tones as required by pressing the right side of the control wheel.
Page 300 [320] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 D-Range Opt. (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation.
Page 301 [321] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Auto HDR Shoots three images using different exposures and combines the images with correct exposure, the bright parts of an underexposed image, and the dark parts of an overexposed image to create images with a greater range of gradation (High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded.
Page 302 You may not obtain the desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting conditions. When the flash is used, this function has little effect. When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images.
Page 303 (A): Displayed only when Style Box is selected Menu item details Standard: 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. Neutral: The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones.
Page 304 For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( )) to register preferred settings. Then select the desired settings using the right button. You can call up the same style with slightly different settings. To set [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] [Contrast], [Saturation], and [Sharpness] can be adjusted for each image style preset such as [Standard] and [Landscape], and for each [Style Box] to which you can register preferred...
Page 305 Off: 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. Posterization: Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white.
Page 306 Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to http://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail].
Page 307 Select the desired value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel and press in the center. Using the preset of the picture profile The default settings [PP1] through [PP9] for movies have been set in advance in the camera based on various shooting conditions.
Page 308 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 309 S-Gamut3.Cine: Setting based on the assumption that the pictures will be processed after shooting. Used when [Gamma] is set to [S-Log3]. This setting allows you to shoot in a color space that can easily be converted for digital cinema. S-Gamut3: Setting based on the assumption that the pictures will be processed after shooting. Used when [Gamma] is set to [S-Log3].
Page 310 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set], [Knee] is set to [Off]. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 311 Menu item details Off: Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function. Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel.
Page 312 When [ AF in Focus Mag.] is set to [Off]: The [Focus Magnifier] function is canceled. You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. To use the focus magnifier function by touch operation You can adjust the focus on the magnified image touching the monitor.
Page 313 No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. [328] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot.
Page 314 Note The edges of the screen may be unfocused. The exposure and white balance cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is being magnified. AF in Focus Mag.] is unavailable in the following situations: In [Sweep Panorama] mode During movie shooting When [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF].
Page 315 Hint You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. [330] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting.
Page 316 Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. [332] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically.
Page 317 Tips for capturing smiles more effectively Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth.
Page 318 If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a priority when [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration]. Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter].
Page 319 Deletes a registered face. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Delete]. If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All].
Page 320 Auto Obj. Framing] is not available in the following situations. [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting], [Self-timer(Cont)], [Cont. Bracket], [Single Bracket], [WB bracket], or [DRO Bracket]. The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR]. [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. Other zoom functions than the optical zoom When shooting in Manual Focus mode [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor],...
Page 321 [338] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format supports a high bit rate. Audio: LPCM One of the following kinds of memory card is needed to record movies with [ File Format]...
Page 322 SDHC / SDXC / microSDHC / microSDXC memory card (SD Speed Class10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster) UHS Speed Class U3 is required to record at 100 Mbps or more. AVCHD: Records HD movies in the AVCHD format. This file format is suitable for high-definition TV. Audio: Dolby Digital MP4: Records MP4 (AVC) movies.
Page 323 30p/25p 30p 60M/25p 60M 30p 100M/25p 100M 24p 60M 24p 100M Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] Records high-definition movies by converting them into the MP4 file format using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec.
Page 324 When [ File Format] is set to [MP4] Movies are recorded in the MPEG-4 format, at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60i- compatible devices), approximately 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), 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 and in the MP4 format.
Page 325 example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky. Sound will not be recorded. Set the mode dial to (Movie/S&Q Motion). Select MENU→...
Page 326 2fps 12 times quick 15 times quick 30 times quick 1fps 24 times quick 30 times quick 60 times quick When [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to PAL Record Setting Frame Rate 100fps 4 times slower 50fps 2 times slower Normal playback speed 25fps Normal playback speed 2 times quick...
Page 327 [341] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Dual Video REC Allows you to simultaneously record an XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Dual Video REC] → desired setting. Menu item details An XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie, are recorded simultaneously.
Page 328 [343] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 AF Track Sens (movie) You can set the AF sensitivity in movie mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ AF Track Sens]→desired setting. Menu item details Responsive: Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly.
Page 329 During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] [345] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Audio Recording Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU →...
Page 330 Turns up the audio recording level. Turns down the audio recording level. Reset: Resets the audio recording level to the default setting. Hint When you record audio movies with loud volumes, set [Audio Rec Level] to a lower sound level. Doing so enables you to record more realistic audio.
Page 331 [348] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise by cutting the low-range sound of the input audio from the built-in microphone. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Wind Noise Reduct.] → desired setting. Menu item details Reduces wind noise.
Page 332 Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie/S&Q Motion) or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) [350] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Marker Settings (movie)
Page 333 Silent Shooting (still image) You can shoot images without the shutter sound. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Silent Shooting] → desired setting. Menu item details You can shoot images without the shutter sound. Off: Silent Shooting] is deactivated. Note Use the [ Silent Shooting] function on your own responsibility, while taking sufficient consideration to the privacy and portrait rights of the subject.
Page 334 When [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], only [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is available for [Cont. Shooting]. When shooting using a function downloaded from PlayMemories Camera Apps, [ Silent Shooting] Silent Shooting], first launch an application, then select MENU → [ is canceled.
Page 335 Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens is attached. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Release w/o Lens] → desired setting. Menu item details Enable: Releases the shutter when no lens is attached. Select [Enable] when attaching the product to an astronomical telescope, etc.
Page 336 SteadyShot Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. [356] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 SteadyShot Settings You can shoot with an appropriate SteadyShot setting for the attached lens.
Page 337 The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on, right after you point the camera towards a subject, or when the shutter button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway. When using a tripod, make sure to turn off the SteadyShot function because this can cause any malfunction when shooting.
Page 338 You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)]. [358] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Zoom Setting You can select the zoom setting of the product. MENU → (Camera Settings2) →...
Page 339 Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. [360] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in...
Page 340 For viewfinder*: Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder. This screen mode is available only in the setting for [Monitor]. Note If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1°...
Page 341 To turn off automatic switching of the display using the eye sensor, set [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Viewfinder(Manual)] or [Monitor(Manual)]. [362] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Finder Frame Rate (still image) Display the subject's movements more smoothly by adjusting the frame rate of the viewfinder during still image shooting.
Page 342 Menu item details Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+/Custom1/Custom2: Adjusts the brightness level. Hint You can register values to check the correct exposure or overexposure as well as the brightness level for [Zebra]. The settings for correct exposure confirmation and overexposure confirmation are registered to [Custom1] and [Custom2] respectively in the default settings.
Page 343 Does not display the grid line. [365] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Exposure Set. Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide.
Page 344 results of the shot on the Live View screen. Setting Effect OFF: Displays Live View without the effects of exposure compensation, white balance, [Creative Style], or [Picture Effect]. When this setting is used, you can easily check the image composition. Live View is always displayed with the appropriate brightness even in [Manual Exposure] mode.
Page 345 Note When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. [368] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) You can assign a desired function to a desired key.
Page 346 Select the function to be assigned. The functions that can be assigned differ depending on the keys. [369] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU →...
Page 347 [Dial/Wheel Setup] is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” [371] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Dial/Wheel Ev Comp You can adjust the exposure compensation using the control dial or the control wheel. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Dial/Wheel Ev Comp] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not assign the exposure compensation function to the control dial or control wheel.
Page 348 Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie/S&Q Motion] mode. [373] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Dial / Wheel Lock You can set whether the dial and wheel will be locked by pressing and holding the Fn (Function) button.
Page 349 Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. [375] List of MENU items Wireless Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images/movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
Page 350 Select on Smartphone: Displays all images recorded on the product’s memory card on the smartphone. Note You can only transfer images that are saved on the camera's memory card. You can select an image size to be sent to the smartphone from [Original], [2M] or [VGA]. To change the image size, refer to the following steps.
Page 351 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. When you save images to the Mac computer using Wi-Fi function, use "Wireless Auto Import."...
Page 352 Selects from [All] and [All in Date Rng.]. Interval: Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects*: Selects from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size: Selects 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.
Page 353 When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch. Exit PlayMemories Mobile without performing an operation. If you do not exit PlayMemories Mobile, the smartphone stays in standby connection status.
Page 354 A connection may not be enabled depending on the surrounding conditions, such as the type of wall material or if there is an obstruction or poor wireless signal between the product and access point. If that happens, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. [381] List of MENU items Wireless Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set.
Page 355 Access points without the mark do not require a password. Select [OK]. Other setting items Depending on the status or the setting method of your access point, you may want to set more items. WPS PIN: Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device. Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off].
Page 356: Bluetooth Settings
[383] List of MENU items Wireless Wi-Fi Settings: 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.
Page 357 [385] List of MENU items Wireless Loc. Info. Link Set. You can use the application PlayMemories Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images. Preparation in advance To use the location information linking function of the camera, the application PlayMemories Mobile is required.
Page 358 Linkage.” If “Location Information Linkage” is not displayed, follow the steps in “Preparation in advance” above. : Activate [Location Information Linkage] on the [Location Information Linkage] setting screen of PlayMemories Mobile. : Follow the instructions on the [Location Information Linkage] setting screen of PlayMemories Mobile, and then select your camera from the list.
Page 359 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again.
Page 360 Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. [387] List of MENU items Wireless Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Wireless) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK]. [388] List of MENU items Application Launching the downloaded application (Application List)
Page 361 MENU → (Application) → [Introduction] [390] List of MENU items Playback Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) You can delete multiple selected images. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. MENU → (Playback) →...
Page 362 [391] List of MENU items Playback Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Sets the View Mode (image display method). MENU → (Playback) → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images.
Page 363 MENU → (Playback) → [Image Index] → desired setting. Menu item details 12 Images/30 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press the center of the control wheel. To display a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel, then press the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 364 Automatically plays back images continuously. MENU → (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. Select [Enter]. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off], 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], [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec].
Page 365 Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. [396] List of MENU items Playback Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom)
Page 366 [397] List of MENU items Playback Protecting images (Protect) Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed on protected images. 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 the center of the control wheel.
Page 367 Order Format.” DPOF setting will be retained after the image is printed. We recommend that you cancel this setting after printing. MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Selects images to order printing. (1) Select an image and press the center of the control wheel.
Page 368 MENU → (Playback) → select [Photo Capture]. Play back the movie and pause it. Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene.
Page 369 [401] List of MENU items Setup Viewfinder Bright. When using an electronic viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically.
Page 370 it changes to a colder color. [403] List of MENU items Setup Gamma Disp. Assist Movies with S-Log gamma are assumed to be processed after shooting in order to make use of the wide dynamic range. They are therefore displayed in low contrast during shooting and may be difficult to monitor, using [Gamma Disp.
Page 371 Sets the sound volume for movie playback. MENU → (Setup) → [Volume Settings] → desired setting. Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. [405] List of MENU items Setup Upload Settings (Eye-Fi)
Page 372: Menu Item Details
Note Eye-Fi cards are only sold in certain countries/regions. For more information on Eye-Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly. Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. Eye-Fi cards are equipped with a wireless LAN function.
Page 373 Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. [407] List of MENU items Setup Mode Dial Guide You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. MENU → (Setup) →...
Page 374 [409] List of MENU items Setup Display Quality You can change the display quality. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. [410] List of MENU items Setup Pwr Save Start Time...
Page 375 [411] List of MENU items Setup Auto Pwr OFF Temp. Sets the temperature of the camera at which the camera turns off automatically during shooting. When it is set to [High], you can continue shooting even when the temperature of the camera gets hotter than normal.
Page 376: Cleaning Mode
[412] List of MENU items Setup NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. MENU → (Setup) → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] Note If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with a different video system, a message telling you that you must reformat the card will appear.
Page 377 Hint For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
Page 378 [414] List of MENU items Setup Touch Operation Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor. Touch operations when shooting with the monitor are referred to as "touch panel operations," and touch operations when shooting with the viewfinder are referred to as "touch pad operations."...
Page 379 Uses only the right half of the monitor as the touch pad. Right 1/4 Area: Uses only the right quarter of the monitor as the touch pad. [416] List of MENU items Setup 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.
Page 380 MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp. Setting: Sets the display for the counter, time code, and user bit. TC Preset: Sets the time code. UB Preset: Sets the user bit. TC Format: Sets the recording method for the time code.
Page 381 Press the (Delete) button to reset the user bit (00 00 00 00). How to select the recording method for the time code (TC Format MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Format]. Records the time code in Drop Frame format.
Page 382 Remote Ctrl You can operate this product and shoot images using the SHUTTER button, 2SEC button (2 second delay shutter), and START/STOP button (or Movie button (RMT-DSLR2 only)) on the Wireless Remote Commander RMT-DSLR1 (sold separately) and RMT-DSLR2 (sold separately). Refer also to the operating instructions for the Wireless Remote Commander. MENU →...
Page 383 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. [420] List of MENU items Setup HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) Set 1080/24p or 1080/60p as the HDMI output format when [ Record Setting] is set to [24p...
Page 384 Selects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using an HDMI cable (sold separately). MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Info. Display] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the shooting information on the TV. The recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the TV, while nothing is displayed on the camera’s monitor.
Page 385 [423] List of MENU items Setup HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) If you connect the camera to an external recorder/player, you can remotely command the recorder/player to start/stop recording using the camera. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ REC Control] →...
Page 386 The input of the TV is switched automatically and images on this product are displayed on the TV screen. Press the SYNC MENU button of the TV’s remote control. Operate this product using the TV’s remote control. Menu item details You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control.
Page 387 MENU → (Setup) → [ 4K Output Sel.] → desired setting. Menu item details Memory Card+HDMI: Simultaneously outputs to the external recording/playback device and records on the camera’s memory card. HDMI Only(30p): Outputs a 4K movie in 30p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera’s memory card.
Page 388 this product. MENU → (Setup) → [USB Connection] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected. Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 computers are connected in MTP, and their unique functions are enabled for use.
Page 389 [428] List of MENU items Setup USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device. MENU → (Setup) → [USB Power Supply] → desired setting. Menu item details Power is supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc.
Page 390 Note During PC Remote shooting, you cannot change settings for [Still Img. Save Dest.]. Adjust the settings before you start shooting. If you insert a memory card that is not recordable, you cannot shoot still images even if you select [PC+Camera].
Page 391 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. [432] List of MENU items Setup Date/Time Setup The Clock Set screen is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has fully discharged.
Page 392 In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. [435] List of MENU items...
Page 393 Format When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, we recommend that you format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save valuable data on a computer, etc.
Page 394 [437] List of MENU items Setup Set File Name You can specify the first three characters of the file name for images you shoot. MENU → (Setup) → [Set File Name]. Select the entry field for the file name to display a keyboard on the screen, and then enter three characters of your choice.
Page 395 New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card for recording still images and MP4 movies. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used. Images are recorded in the newly created folder. A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies that have the same number are created at the same time.
Page 396 [441] List of MENU items Setup Recover Image DB If image files were processed on a computer, problems may occur in the image database file. In such cases, the images on the memory card will not be played back on this product. If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB].
Page 397 Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. The use of a sufficiently charged battery or the AC Adaptor (sold separately) is recommended. [444] List of MENU items Setup Certification Logo (For some models only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product.
Page 398 [446] Precautions/This product Precautions Refer also to "Notes on using your camera" in the Instruction Manual (supplied) for this product. Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection. When the memory card is removed, the USB cable is disconnected, or the product is turned off in the middle of a read or write operation.
Page 399 to the camera. Precaution on carrying Do not carry the camera with the tripod attached. This may cause the tripod socket hole to break. On operating temperatures Your product is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32 °F and 104 °F).
Page 400 Notes on the flash Do not cover the flash with your fingers. Do not carry the product by the flash unit, or use excessive strength on it. If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. When pushing down the flash unit, be careful not to catch your fingers.
Page 401: Cleaning The Monitor
clean inside the lens mount, use a commercially available blower* to blow any dust off. Do not use a spray-type blower as doing so may cause a malfunction. Cleaning the product surface Clean the product surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth.
Page 402 Hint For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
Page 403: Number Of Recordable Images
The number of images that can be recorded on a memory card The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing.
Page 404: Recordable Movie Times
[450] Precautions/This product Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], [XAVC S HD], and [AVCHD] are recording times when shooting with [Dual Video REC] set to [Off].
Page 405 The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. Notes on continuous movie recording It requires a lot of power to perform high quality movie recording or continuous shooting. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the temperature inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor.
Page 406: Avchd Format
When the icon appears, the temperature of the camera is too high. If the camera stops recording due to the temperature, leave it for some time with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera drops fully. If you observe the following points, the recording time will be longer.
Page 407: Notes On The License
GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. [454] Precautions/This product...
Page 408: Troubleshooting
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Page 409: Warning Messages
Initialize the settings. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ [456] If you have problems Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time.
Page 410 switch set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Cannot open the shutter since the memory card is not inserted. No memory card has been inserted. To release the shutter without inserting a memory card into the camera, set [Release w/o Card] to [Enable].
Page 411 Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back an AVCHD movie because the Image Database File is damaged.
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