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Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
ILCE-6600
α6600
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product.
Interval shooting
You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots
that you set in advance.
Looking for valuable information, such as essential points on shooting (Tutorials)
This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the
website when you set up your camera. (Another window will open.)
ILCE-6600 lens compatibility information
This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.)
Names of parts/Icons and indicators
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  • Page 1 This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the website when you set up your camera. (Another window will open.) ILCE-6600 lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.)

  • Page 2: Preparing The Camera

    Basic operations Using the control wheel Using MENU items Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) How to use the Quick Navi screen Using the AF/MF/AEL switch lever How to use the keyboard Icons and indicators List of icons on the monitor Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback)

  • Page 3: Attaching Accessories

    Attaching accessories Mount Adaptor LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor Setting language, date and time In-Camera Guide Shooting Shooting still images Focusing Focus Mode Auto focus Focus Area Focus Area Limit Phase detection AF Focus Standard Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) AF/MF control AF w/ shutter (still image) AF On...
  • Page 4 AF Area Auto Clear Disp. cont. AF area Circ. of Focus Point AF Micro Adj. Manual focus Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Peaking Setting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode Cont.
  • Page 5 Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Selecting still image size/image quality File Format (still image) JPEG Quality (still image) JPEG Image Size (still image) Aspect Ratio (still image) Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial function Intelligent Auto...
  • Page 6 AE lock AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std. Adjust Exp.comp.set Zebra Setting Correcting brightness and contrast automatically D-Range Optimizer (DRO) Auto HDR Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO Setting: ISO ISO Setting: ISO Range Limit ISO Setting: ISO AUTO Min. SS Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

  • Page 7: Recording Movies

    Silent Shooting (still image) e-Front Curtain Shutter Reducing blur SteadyShot SteadyShot Settings Lens compensation Lens Comp. Noise reduction Long Exposure NR (still image) High ISO NR (still image) Face detection Regist. Faces Priority Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) Face Registration (Delete) Using the flash Using flash (sold separately)
  • Page 8 Audio Recording Audio Level Display Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Picture Profile Gamma Disp. Assist Auto Slow Shutter (movie) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) AF drive speed (movie) AF Tracking Sens. (movie) TC/UB Settings TC/UB Disp. Switch MOVIE Button Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie)

  • Page 9: Customizing The Camera

    Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Display as Group Cont. PB for Interval PB Speed for Interval Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Protecting data Protecting images (Protect) Setting Rating function Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Designating images for printing (DPOF) Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing) Deleting images Deleting a displayed image...
  • Page 10 Delete Item Delete Page Delete All Checking images before/after recording Auto Review Aperture Preview Shot. Result Preview Live View Display Monitor/viewfinder settings Grid Line FINDER/MONITOR Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Finder Frame Rate (still image) Display Quality Bright Monitoring Memory card settings Format File Number...

  • Page 11: Using Network Functions

    IR Remote Ctrl NTSC/PAL Selector HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie) HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply...
  • Page 12 Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Reading location information from a smartphone Location Info. Link Set. Using a remote commander with Bluetooth communication Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Transferring images to a TV View on TV...

  • Page 13: List Of Menu Items

    Imaging Edge Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies List of MENU items Using MENU items Camera Settings1 File Format (still image)
  • Page 14 AF Illuminator (still image) Face/Eye AF Set. AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area) AF Area Auto Clear Disp.
  • Page 15 Creative Style Picture Effect Picture Profile Shutter AWB Lock (still image) Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) MF Assist (still image) Peaking Setting Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) Face Registration (Delete) Regist.
  • Page 16 Wind Noise Reduct. Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) Movie w/ shutter Silent Shooting (still image) e-Front Curtain Shutter Release w/o Lens Release w/o Card SteadyShot SteadyShot Settings Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting Zoom Ring Rotate DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) FINDER/MONITOR Finder Frame Rate (still image) Zebra Setting...
  • Page 17 MOVIE Button Dial / Wheel Lock Audio signals Network Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Send to Computer View on TV Ctrl w/ Smartphone Airplane Mode Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset Bluetooth Settings...
  • Page 18 Cont. PB for Interval PB Speed for Interval Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Display as Group Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Setup Monitor Brightness...

  • Page 19: Precautions/This Product

    HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI 4K Output Select (movie) USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Copyright Info Format File Number...
  • Page 20 On cleaning Cleaning the image sensor Cleaning Mode Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad AVCHD format License Specifications Trademarks If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 21: Identifying Parts

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Identifying parts When the lens is removed Shutter button ON/OFF (Power) switch Infrared remote sensor Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna (built-in) Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator Lens release button Microphone* Lens Mount Image sensor** Lens contacts** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.
  • Page 22 Multi Interface Shoe* 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. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line.
  • Page 23 (Headphones) jack For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’...
  • Page 24 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. Remove the eyepiece cup when you attach an accessory (sold separately) to the Multi Interface Shoe. Monitor You can change the monitor angle to shoot from any position you like.
  • Page 25 You may not be able to adjust the monitor angle depending on the type of a tripod you use. In such a case, release the tripod screw once to adjust the monitor angle. Diopter-adjustment dial Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust the dial.
  • Page 26 Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. Access lamp Battery/memory card cover Battery lock lever Battery insertion slot Memory card slot 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 27: Using The Control Wheel

    During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Focus Standard Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 28: Using Menu Items

    Select a MENU tab (A) at the top of the screen, and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU tab. You can go back to the previous screen by pressing the MENU button. Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. Related Topic Add Item 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To Buttons (Custom Key)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
  • Page 30 Custom Key], the camera will switch to the shooting mode and recall the assigned function when you press the key in the playback mode. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 31 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) The Function menu is a menu of 12 functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu.
  • Page 32 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 33: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 How to use the Quick Navi screen 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].
  • Page 34 Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable. When using [Creative Style], [Picture Profile], etc., some of the setup tasks can only be accomplished on a dedicated screen. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 35 When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever (A) to the AF/MF position and press the button (B), the focusing mode temporarily switches between auto and manual (AF/MF control). When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AEL position and press the button, the exposure is locked (AE lock). 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 36: How To Use The Keyboard

    Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 37: List Of Icons On The Monitor

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.
  • Page 38 Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 20M / 16M / 12M / 10M / 8.0M / 6.0M / 5.1M / 4.0M Image size of still images RAW recording X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD File format of movies Record setting of movies 120p 60p 60i 30p 24p 100p 50p 50i 25p...

  • Page 39: Shooting Settings

    NFC active Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Connected to smartphone / Not connected to smartphone Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained Airplane Mode Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Battery Remaining battery Remaining battery warning USB power supply Shooting settings...
  • Page 40 Aperture value Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock/FEL lock/AWB lock Guides/other Tracking Cancel Guide display for tracking Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting Focus Area Focus Cancel Guide display for canceling focusing Guide display for My Dial Control wheel function Control dial function Bracket indicator...
  • Page 41 Histogram display Basic information View Mode Rating Protect DPOF DPOF set File number/Number of images in the view mode NFC active Remaining battery Display as Group Proxy movie included Camera settings Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen.” Shooting settings Picture Effect error Auto HDR error 35mm...

  • Page 42: Image Information

    Image information Latitude/longitude information Copyright information exists for image 2019 -1-1 10:37PM Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 43: Switching The Screen Display (While Shooting/During Playback)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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 44: Histogram Display

    If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/underexposed warning). 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.
  • Page 45 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 46: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
  • Page 47 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 48: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items

    The type of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region. NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) Micro USB cable (1) Shoulder Strap (1) Body Cap (1) Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Eyepiece Cup (1) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 49: Supplied Items

    The values for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject. Supplied items Lens (1), Front Lens Cap (1), Rear Lens Cap (1), Lens Hood (1) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 50: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Inserting/removing the battery pack Open the battery/memory card cover. 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.
  • Page 51 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 52: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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 53 When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack...

  • Page 54: Charging By Connecting To A Computer

    Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 55: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images

    Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) Using a E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...

  • Page 56: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)

    (wall socket). When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 57: Notes On The Battery Pack

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Notes on the battery pack Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.

  • Page 58: How To Store The Battery Pack

    If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 59: Notes On Charging The Battery Pack

    The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.

  • Page 60: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product. Open the battery/memory card cover. 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.

  • Page 61: 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. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 62: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Memory cards that can be used When using microSD memory cards or Memory Stick Micro media with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor. SD memory cards Recording format Supported memory card...
  • Page 63 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 64: Notes On Memory Card

    This Memory Stick is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this product. High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is supported. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 65: Attaching/Removing A Lens

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Attaching/removing a lens Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the lens. Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens.
  • Page 66 When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment. Related Topic Attaching the lens hood 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 67: Attaching The Lens Hood

    Remove the lens hood when using the flash as the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image. To store the lens hood after shooting, attach the lens hood to the lens backward. Related Topic Attaching/removing a lens 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 68: Mount Adaptor

    When a setting other than [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is selected for [Cont. Shooting], the focus is locked during the first shot, even if [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.

  • Page 69: La-Ea1/La-Ea3 Mount Adaptor

    Focus Mode: Single-shot AF/Continuous AF When using a Mount Adaptor in the movie mode, adjust the aperture value and the focus manually. Available focus area: [Wide]/[Zone] [Center]/[Flexible Spot]/[Expand Flexible Spot]/[Tracking] SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 70: La-Ea2/La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor

    Even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [AF]. Even if [Priority Set in AF-C] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [Release]. Available focus area: Wide/Center/Flexible Spot/Tracking SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 71: Setting Language, Date And Time

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Setting language, date and time The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged.
  • Page 72 Related Topic Date/Time Setup Area Setting Using the control wheel 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 73: In-Camera Guide

    The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings. Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the (Delete) button (A). The descriptions of the item are displayed. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 74: Shooting Still Images

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. 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.
  • Page 75 When the subject is moving, you cannot lock the focus even if [Focus Mode] has been set to [Automatic AF]. Related Topic List of mode dial function Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Playing back still images Auto Review Focus Mode Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 76: Focus Mode

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Focus Mode 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.
  • Page 77 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 78: Focus Area

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 79 When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1 or LA-EA3) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
  • Page 80 You cannot perform functions assigned to the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or the custom button 4 while moving the focusing frame. Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 82: Phase Detection Af

    Also, even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens, the phase detection AF might not function unless you update the lens. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 83: Focus Standard

    The camera focuses on the center of the screen when you press the key. Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 84: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Switch V/H Af Area)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
  • Page 85 The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 89: Face/Eye Af Set

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Face/Eye AF Set. This function is used to determine whether or not the camera will focus with priority on faces or eyes. There are two ways to perform [Eye AF]. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 90 Eye detection frame A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible, depending on the settings. The eye detection frame is displayed as follows when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal]. [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key.
  • Page 91 Even when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area AF Area Auto Clear Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 92: Af In Focus Mag. (Still Image)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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 93 Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 94: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)

    This function is available in still image shooting mode. This function is available when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 95: Focus Hold

    Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned. Press the shutter button while holding down the key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Dial / Wheel Lock] setting is locked to [Unlock]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 98: Pre-Af (Still Image)

    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. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 99: Eye-Start Af (Still Image)

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 100: Priority Set In Af-S

    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. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 101: Priority Set In Af-C

    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. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 102: Af Illuminator (Still Image)

    If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 103: Af Area Auto Clear

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 104: Disp. Cont. Af Area

    Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 105: Circ. Of Focus Point

    The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Circulate : The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Related Topic Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 106: Af Micro Adj

    [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 affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.

  • Page 107: Manual Focus

    When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder. The displayed focus distance is just a reference. Related Topic Focus Magnifier Peaking Setting MF Assist (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 108: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Related Topic Peaking Setting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 109: Focus Magnifier

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].
  • Page 110 Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 111: Mf Assist (Still Image)

    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. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 112: Focus Magnif. Time

    2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 113: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)

    (Camera Settings1) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 114: Peaking Setting

    Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 115: Drive Mode

    Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action] is selected, [Single Shooting] cannot be performed. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 117: Cont. Shooting

    [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame NR]. The speed of continuous shooting decreases when you shoot with a flash. Related Topic Focus Mode AEL w/ shutter (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 118 To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Bracket]. Note The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations: [Sports Action] under [Scene Selection] Related Topic Audio signals 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 119: Self-Timer(Cont)

    Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 5 Img. Hint Press the shutter button again or press on the control wheel to stop the count of the self-timer. Press on the control wheel and select (Single Shooting) to cancel the self-timer. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 120: Cont. Bracket

    When the flash is used, the product performs flash bracket shooting, which shifts the amount of flash light even if [Cont. Bracket] is selected. Press the shutter button for each image. Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 121: Single Bracket

    When the exposure is compensated, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 During bracket shooting, guides equal to the number of images to be shot are displayed over/under the bracket indicator. When you start single bracket shooting, the guides will disappear one by one as the camera records images. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 125: Dro Bracket

    Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 126: Bracket Settings

    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. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 127: Self-Portrait/ -Timer

    The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 128: Shooting Interval

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). You can then create a movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge (Viewer).
  • Page 129 Silent Shooting]. Interval shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M Related Topic Imaging Edge Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 130: Touch Operation

    Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 131: Touch Panel/Pad

    Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 132 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter When you shoot using the monitor, the camera automatically focuses on the point you touch and shoots a still image. Set MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] to [On] in advance.
  • Page 133 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 134 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. This function is available when [Focus Area] is set to a parameter other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot].
  • Page 135 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 136 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor When [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 137: Touch Pad Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
  • Page 138 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 139: File Format (Still Image)

    If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 140: Jpeg Quality (Still Image)

    Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 141: Jpeg Image Size (Still Image)

    M: 8.0M 2832×2832 pixels S: 4.0M 2000×2000 pixels Note When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 142: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)

    MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 143: List Of Mode Dial Function

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 List of mode dial function You can switch the shooting mode according to the subject or purpose of shooting. Turn the mode dial to select the desired shooting mode. Available functions (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition.
  • Page 144 Scene Selection 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 145: Intelligent Auto

    The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic About Scene Recognition 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 146: About 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) Related Topic Intelligent Auto 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 147: Program Auto

    Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 148: Aperture Priority

    Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Aperture Preview 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 149: Shutter Priority

    However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Long Exposure NR (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 150: Manual Exposure

    When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 151: Bulb Shooting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Bulb shooting You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Bulb shooting is suitable for shooting trails from stars or fireworks, etc. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure).
  • Page 152 Related Topic Manual Exposure 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 153: Scene Selection

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection). Turn the control dial to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject.

  • Page 154: Hand-Held Twilight

    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. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash (sold separately).
  • Page 155 The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. For the minimum in- focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the product. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 156 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. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 157: Movie: Exposure Mode

    Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 158: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode

    Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 159: Exposure Comp

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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).
  • Page 160 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. Related Topic Exposure step Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 161 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 162: 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. Displays the guide. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 163: Exposure Step

    ILCE-6600 α6600 Exposure step You can adjust the setting increment for the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 164: Metering Mode

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details...
  • Page 165 D-Range Optimizer (DRO) Auto HDR 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 166 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 167: Spot Metering Point

    When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 168 Custom Key] → [AEL Button] → [AEL toggle], you can lock the exposure without holding down the button. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 169: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 170: Exposure Std. Adjust

    If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 171: Exp.comp.set

    (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 172: Zebra Setting

    To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 173: Menu Item Details

    The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 174 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 175 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 ISO Setting: ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. ISO (ISO) on the control wheel → select desired setting.
  • Page 176 When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 177 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 178 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 179: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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 180 To use another zoom function than the optical zoom for movies, assign [Zoom] to the desired key using [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting About zoom scale Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 181: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

    You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 182: Zoom Setting

    However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 183: About Zoom Scale

    Approx. 1.4× Approx. 2.8× Approx. 5.7× S: 6.0M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting JPEG Image Size (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 184: Zoom Ring Rotate

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 185: White Balance

    It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 186: Priority Set In Awb

    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. Related Topic White Balance 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 187: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)

    If you use a flash when capturing a basic white color, the custom white balance will be registered with the lighting from the flash. Be sure to use a flash whenever you shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 188: Cont. Shooting

    Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 189: Creative Style

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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.
  • Page 190 [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 191: Picture Effect

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function.
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  • Page 193: Color Space (Still Image)

    Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 194: Release W/O Lens

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 195: Release W/O Card

    Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 196: Silent Shooting (Still Image)

    Picture Effect Picture Profile Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shutter BULB shooting Multi Frame NR After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 197: E-Front Curtain Shutter

    [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven. When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. In such cases, set [e-Front Curtain Shutter] to [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 198 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, etc. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 199: Steadyshot Settings

    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. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 200: Distortion Comp

    Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 201: Long Exposure Nr (Still Image)

    The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action], [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] is selected. The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR]. Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 202: High Iso Nr (Still Image)

    [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 203: Regist. Faces Priority

    To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Face/Eye AF Set. Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 204: Face Registration (New Registration)

    Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 205: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

    When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 206: 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]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 207: Using Flash (Sold Separately)

    When using flash to shoot pictures of yourself, be careful not to look directly at the light, because the flash will go off at a close distance. 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 208 Related Topic Flash Mode Wireless Flash 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 209: Red-Eye Reduction

    Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 210: Flash Mode

    Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 211: Flash Comp

    If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 212 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 FEL lock The flash level is automatically adjusted so that the subject gets the optimum exposure during normal flash shooting. You can also set the flash level in advance. FEL: Flash Exposure Level MENU →...
  • Page 213 If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are fixed, lights up. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 214: Wireless Flash

    For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 215: Shooting Movies

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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 216 Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to a computer. Related Topic MOVIE Button Movie w/ shutter File Format (movie) Recordable movie times Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 217: Movie W/ Shutter

    When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 218: Movie Recording Formats

    The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time. Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) AVCHD format 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 219: File Format (Movie)

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 220: Record Setting (Movie)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
  • Page 221 File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p] When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [30p] During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 222 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For 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.

  • Page 223: Record Setting

    The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 224: Proxy Recording

    Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 225: 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 → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 226: Audio Level Display

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 227: Audio Rec Level

    [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 228: Audio Out Timing

    Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 229: Wind Noise Reduct

    Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 230: Picture Profile

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://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]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
  • Page 231 This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed. HLG is used in HDR TV program production, as defined in the international standard Recommendation ITU-R BT.2100. Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level.
  • Page 232 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. 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 233 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. 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 234: Gamma Disp. Assist

    [Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 235 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 236 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 237: Af Drive Speed (Movie)

    Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 238 Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 239 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change.
  • Page 240 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 241: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch

    Note When the monitor is flipped while in a shooting mode, such as during self-portrait shooting, TC/UB information is not displayed. In the playback mode, TC/UB information is displayed even when the monitor is flipped. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 242: Movie Button

    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] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 243: Marker Display (Movie)

    The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , 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.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 244: Marker Settings (Movie)

    Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 245 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 4K Output Select (movie) You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (movie).
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  • Page 247: Playing Back Still Images

    You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Related Topic Recover Image DB Display as Group 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 248: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)

    You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 249: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)

    Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 250: Rotating An Image (Rotate)

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 251 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 252 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 253: Playing Back Movies

    “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause. Movie files recorded using other products may not be able to be playable on this camera. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 254: Volume Settings

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 255: Photo Capture

    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. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 256: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)

    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. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 257: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)

    [Select Dial/Wheel]. When you use the Image Jump function, movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 258: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)

    Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 259 [Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 260 MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval Imaging Edge 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 261 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 262: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)

    Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 263: Protecting Images (Protect)

    If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 264 (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 265 Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 266: Specifying Images To Be Printed (Specify Printing)

    The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 267: 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. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 268: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)

    [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 269: Delete Confirm

    You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 270: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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.
  • Page 271 Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
  • Page 272 Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 273: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
  • Page 274 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 275 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the control dial and the control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
  • Page 276 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Dial / Wheel Lock] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 277: Menu Item Details

    You can change the shutter speed using the control wheel, and change the aperture value using the control dial. F/no. You can change the aperture value using the control wheel, and change the shutter speed using the control dial. Note [Dial/Wheel Setup] is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 278 (Camera Settings2) → [Av/Tv Rotate] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 279: Dial / Wheel Lock

    You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], [Dial / Wheel Lock] is fixed to [Unlock]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 280 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 281 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 282: Delete Item

    To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 283: Delete Page

    Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 284: Delete All

    Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 285: Auto Review

    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. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 286: Aperture Preview

    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. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Shot. Result Preview 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 287: Shot. Result Preview

    Preview], but some effects cannot be previewed depending on the shooting settings. Even in that case, the settings you have selected will be applied to the images you shoot. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Aperture Preview 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 288: Live View Display

    [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] [Scene Selection] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 289 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 290 [Monitor Off] using the DISP button. Select MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] and add a check mark to [Monitor Off] beforehand. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 291: Monitor Brightness

    Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 292: Viewfinder Bright

    Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. Note When [ Finder Frame Rate] is set to [High], [Viewfinder Bright.] cannot be set to [Auto]. [Viewfinder Bright.] can only be set to [Manual]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 293: Finder Color Temp

    (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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 294: Finder Frame Rate (Still Image)

    Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 295: Display Quality

    Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 296: Bright Monitoring

    When [Focus Magnifier] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change. Related Topic Live View Display 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 297 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 298: File Number

    The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001". (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 299: Set File Name

    Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 300: Display Media Info

    α6600 Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 301: 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. MENU→ (Setup)→[Select REC Folder]→desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic Folder Name 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 302: New Folder

    When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 303: Folder Name

    The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10090405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2019) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 304: Recover Image Db

    (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 305: Audio Signals

    Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 306: Power Save Start Time

    While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV While [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On] When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 307 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 308 When [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using an infrared remote commander. An infrared remote commander cannot be used while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 309: Ntsc/Pal Selector

    If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 310: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Resolution

    Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 311: Hdmi Settings: 24P/60P Output (Movie) (Only For 1080 60I Compatible Models)

    24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 312: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Info. Display

    Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 313: Hdmi Settings: Tc Output (Movie)

    Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 314: Hdmi Settings: Rec Control (Movie)

    TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 315: Hdmi Settings: Ctrl For Hdmi

    If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 316: Usb Connection

    It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 317: Usb Lun Setting

    Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 318: Usb Power Supply

    Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 319: Pc Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest

    [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 320: Pc Remote Settings: Raw+J Pc Save Img

    You cannot change the [RAW+J PC Save Img] setting during PC Remote shooting. Configure the setting before you start shooting. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can be set only when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic USB Connection File Format (still image) PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 321 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 322: Date/Time Setup

    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. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 323: Area Setting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 324: Copyright Info

    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]. Related Topic...
  • Page 325 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 326: Demo Mode

    Does not show the demonstration. Note You can set this item only when the product is powered by the AC Adaptor (supplied). When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 327: Setting Reset

    The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 328 Imaging Edge Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If Imaging Edge Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on Imaging Edge Mobile, refer to the support page (https://www.sony.net/iem/). Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 329: Ctrl W/ Smartphone

    Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 330 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Controlling the camera using a smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 331 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Airplane Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 332: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Qr Code)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the QR Code. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 333 Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 334: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Ssid)

    If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 335: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Qr Code)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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.
  • Page 336 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 337: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Ssid)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) You can control the camera using an iPhone or iPad by connecting the iPhone or iPad to the camera using the SSID and password.
  • Page 338 If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 339: Menu Item Details

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
  • Page 340 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 341 While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 342 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies and slow-motion and quick- motion movies.
  • Page 343 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 344: Preparation In Advance

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge 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.
  • Page 345 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/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 Imaging Edge Mobile before trying again.
  • Page 346 For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 347 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth remote commander RMT-P1BT (sold separately). Select MENU → (Network) → [Bluetooth Settings] → [Bluetooth Function] → [On] in advance. Refer to the instruction manual for the Bluetooth remote commander as well.
  • Page 348 Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 349: Slideshow Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
  • Page 350 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 351: Airplane Mode

    When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 352: Wi-Fi Settings: Wps Push

    In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 353: Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
  • Page 354 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 355: Wi-Fi Settings: Disp Mac Address

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the Wi-Fi MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 356: Wi-Fi Settings: Ssid/Pw Reset

    Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 357: Bluetooth Settings

    Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 358: Edit Device Name

    You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 359: Reset Network Set

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 360: Recommended Computer Environment

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 361: Playmemories Home

    Blu-ray discs or AVCHD discs can be created from XAVC S-format movies. You can upload images to a network service. (An Internet connection is required.) For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 362: Installing Playmemories Home

    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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 363: Connecting To A Computer

    Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Related Topic USB Connection USB LUN Setting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 364: Importing Images To The Computer Without Using Playmemories Home

    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. If you delete images or perform other operations from the connected computer, the image database file may become inconsistent.

  • Page 365: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    On some computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In this case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the micro USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 366: Send To Computer

    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. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 367: Imaging Edge

    For details on how to use Imaging Edge, refer to the support page. https://www.sony.net/disoft/help/ Installing Imaging Edge on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/d/ Related Topic USB Connection 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 368: Selecting A Disc To Be Created

    A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 4, 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 369 Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 370: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies

    α6600 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 4, 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 371: Creating Dvd Discs (Avchd Recording Discs) From High-Definition 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 4, 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 372: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies

    For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. Related Topic Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 373 Select a MENU tab (A) at the top of the screen, and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU tab. You can go back to the previous screen by pressing the MENU button. Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. Related Topic Add Item 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 374 If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 375 Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 376 M: 8.0M 2832×2832 pixels S: 4.0M 2000×2000 pixels Note When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 377: Menu Item Details

    MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 378 The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action], [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] is selected. The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR]. Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 379 [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 380 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 381 Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 382 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection). Turn the control dial to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject.
  • Page 383 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. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash (sold separately).
  • Page 384 The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. For the minimum in- focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the product. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 385 Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action] is selected, [Single Shooting] cannot be performed. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 387 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. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 388 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). You can then create a movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge (Viewer).
  • Page 389 Silent Shooting]. Interval shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M Related Topic Imaging Edge Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 390 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. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 391: Items That Can Be Registered

    Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 392 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
  • Page 393 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 394 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Focus Mode 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.
  • Page 395 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 396 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. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 397 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. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 398 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 399 When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1 or LA-EA3) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
  • Page 400 You cannot perform functions assigned to the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or the custom button 4 while moving the focusing frame. Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 401 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 402 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
  • Page 403 The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 404 If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 405 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Face/Eye AF Set. This function is used to determine whether or not the camera will focus with priority on faces or eyes. There are two ways to perform [Eye AF]. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 406 Eye detection frame A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible, depending on the settings. The eye detection frame is displayed as follows when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal]. [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key.
  • Page 407 Even when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area AF Area Auto Clear Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 408 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 409 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. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 410 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 411 (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Dial / Wheel Lock] setting is locked to [Unlock]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 412 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 413 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 414 Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 415 The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Circulate : The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Related Topic Focus Area 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 416 [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 affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
  • Page 417 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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).
  • Page 418 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. Related Topic Exposure step Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 419 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 ISO Setting: ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. ISO (ISO) on the control wheel → select desired setting.
  • Page 420 When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 421 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 422 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 423: Metering Mode

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details...
  • Page 424 D-Range Optimizer (DRO) Auto HDR 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 425 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 426 When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 427 ILCE-6600 α6600 Exposure step You can adjust the setting increment for the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 428 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 429 If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 430 Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 431 If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 432: Exp.comp.set

    (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 433 For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 434 Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 435 It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 436 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. Related Topic White Balance 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 437 The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 438 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 439 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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.
  • Page 440 [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 441 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function.
  • Page 442 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 443 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://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]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
  • Page 444 This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed. HLG is used in HDR TV program production, as defined in the international standard Recommendation ITU-R BT.2100. Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level.
  • Page 445 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. 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 446 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. 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 447 Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 448 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].
  • Page 449 Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 450 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 451 (Camera Settings1) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 452 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 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 453 Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 454 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. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 455 Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 456 Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 457 When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 458 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]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 459 To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Face/Eye AF Set. Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 460 The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 461: Menu Item Details

    Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 462 Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 463 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 464 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
  • Page 465 File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p] When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [30p] During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 466: Playback Speed

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For 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.
  • Page 467 The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 468 Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 469 Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 470 Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 471 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 472 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 473 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 474 [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 475 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 476 Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 477 Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 478 The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , 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.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 479 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 480 When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 481 Picture Effect Picture Profile Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shutter BULB shooting Multi Frame NR After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 482 [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven. When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. In such cases, set [e-Front Curtain Shutter] to [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 483 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 484 Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 485 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, etc. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 486 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. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 487 You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 488 However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 489 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 490 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
  • Page 491 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 492 [Monitor Off] using the DISP button. Select MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] and add a check mark to [Monitor Off] beforehand. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 493 Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 494 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 495 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 496 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. Displays the guide. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 497 [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] [Scene Selection] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 498 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. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 499 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
  • Page 500 Custom Key], the camera will switch to the shooting mode and recall the assigned function when you press the key in the playback mode. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 501 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) The Function menu is a menu of 12 functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu.
  • Page 502 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 503 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the control dial and the control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
  • Page 504 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Dial / Wheel Lock] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 505 You can change the shutter speed using the control wheel, and change the aperture value using the control dial. F/no. You can change the aperture value using the control wheel, and change the shutter speed using the control dial. Note [Dial/Wheel Setup] is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 506 (Camera Settings2) → [Av/Tv Rotate] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 507 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 508 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter When you shoot using the monitor, the camera automatically focuses on the point you touch and shoots a still image. Set MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] to [On] in advance.
  • Page 509 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 510 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. This function is available when [Focus Area] is set to a parameter other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot].
  • Page 511 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 512 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor When [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 513 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] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 514 You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], [Dial / Wheel Lock] is fixed to [Unlock]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 515 Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 516: Menu Item Details

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
  • Page 517 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 518 While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 519 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. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 520 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
  • Page 521 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 522 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 523 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 524 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 525 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
  • Page 526 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 527 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the Wi-Fi MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 528 Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 529 Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 530 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge 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.
  • Page 531 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/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 Imaging Edge Mobile before trying again.
  • Page 532 For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 533 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth remote commander RMT-P1BT (sold separately). Select MENU → (Network) → [Bluetooth Settings] → [Bluetooth Function] → [On] in advance. Refer to the instruction manual for the Bluetooth remote commander as well.
  • Page 534 Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 535 You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 536 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 537 If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 538 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 539 [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 540 (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 541 Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 542 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 543 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. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 544 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 545 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 546 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 547 MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval Imaging Edge 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 548 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 549 Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 550 Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 551: Menu Item Details

    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. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 552 [Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 553 Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 554 [Select Dial/Wheel]. When you use the Image Jump function, movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 555 Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 556 Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. Note When [ Finder Frame Rate] is set to [High], [Viewfinder Bright.] cannot be set to [Auto]. [Viewfinder Bright.] can only be set to [Manual]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 557 (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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 558 [Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 559 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 560 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 561 Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 562 While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV While [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On] When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 563 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 564 If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 565: Cleaning Mode

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Cleaning Mode If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. If this happens, follow the steps below to clean the image sensor.
  • Page 566 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 567 Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 568 Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 569 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
  • Page 570 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 571 Does not show the demonstration. Note You can set this item only when the product is powered by the AC Adaptor (supplied). When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 572 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change.
  • Page 573 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 574 When [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using an infrared remote commander. An infrared remote commander cannot be used while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 575 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 576 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 577 Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 578 Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 579 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 580 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 581 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 4K Output Select (movie) You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (movie).
  • Page 582 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 583 It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 584 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 585 Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 586 [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 587 You cannot change the [RAW+J PC Save Img] setting during PC Remote shooting. Configure the setting before you start shooting. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can be set only when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic USB Connection File Format (still image) PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 588 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 589 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. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 590 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 591 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]. Related Topic...
  • Page 592 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 593 The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001". (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 594 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 595 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. MENU→ (Setup)→[Select REC Folder]→desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic Folder Name 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 596 When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 597 The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10090405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2019) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 598 (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 599 α6600 Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 600 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 601 The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 602 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 603 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 604 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 605 Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 606 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 607: On Operating Temperatures

    Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record, or loss of or damage to recorded images or audio data, due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.

  • Page 608: On Moisture Condensation

    If a database file error occurs, export all images to your computer using PlayMemories Home, and then format the memory card using this product. Do not use/store the product in the following places In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 609 Notes on using lenses When using the power zoom lens, be careful not to get your fingers or any other objects caught in the lens. (Only for models with a power zoom feature or interchangeable lens cameras) If you must place the camera under a light source such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap or interchangeable lens cameras) When you shoot with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view.
  • Page 610 Network services, content, and the [operating system and] software of this Product may be subject to individual terms and conditions and changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 611: Cleaning The Lens

    If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 612 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Cleaning Mode If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. If this happens, follow the steps below to clean the image sensor.
  • Page 613 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 614: Number Of Recordable Images

    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. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.

  • Page 615: Recordable Movie Times

    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...
  • Page 616 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. Related Topic Battery life and number of recordable images 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 617 Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 618: Avchd Format

    As the AVCHD format uses compression coding technology, the picture may be unstable in scenes where the screen, angle of view, or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 619: 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. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 620: Specifications

    Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format APS-C size (23.5 mm × 15.6 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 24 200 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.

  • Page 621: Metering Method

    Based on our measurement conditions. The speed of continuous shooting can be slower, depending on the shooting conditions. [Recording format] File format JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) Movie (XAVC S format) MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0 format compliant Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264...
  • Page 622 [Recording media] Memory Stick, SD cards [Input/output terminals] Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Supports Micro USB compatible devices. HDMI HDMI type D micro jack (Microphone) terminal Ø3.5 mm Stereo mini jack (Headphones) terminal Ø3.5 mm Stereo mini jack [Power, general] Model No.

  • Page 623: Frequency Band

    35 mm-format camera, and shoot with the same picture angle, by increasing the focal length of your lens by half. For example, by using a 50 mm lens, you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format camera. 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 624 XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
  • Page 625 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. https://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Setting Reset 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 626: Warning Messages

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6600 α6600 Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Power insufficient. The image sensor cleaning function will not operate because the remaining battery level is low. Recharge the battery pack.

  • Page 627: System Error

    There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error 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.
  • Page 628 5-009-967-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 629 This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the website when you set up your camera. (Another window will open.) ILCE-6600 lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.)

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