Sony ILCE7M3/B Instruction Manual

Sony ILCE7M3/B Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 4-732-950-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera E-mount Instruction Manual “Help Guide” (Web manual) Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1720/h_zz/ ILCE-7M3...
  • Page 2: Check Out The Help Guide

    The “Help Guide” is an on-line manual that you can read on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for details on menu items, advanced usage, and the latest information on the camera. Scan here http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1720/h_zz/ ILCE-7M3 Help Guide Instruction Manual In-Camera Guide (this book)
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Check out the Help Guide! ............2 Notes on using your camera............ 6 Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items ....... 11 Identifying parts ..............12 Front side ...............12 Rear side ................13 Top side/Side view ............15 Bottom ................18 Lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (Supplied with ILCE-7M3K) ........19...
  • Page 4 Shooting Focusing ................. 34 Focus Mode ..............34 Auto focus ................36 Focus Area ..............36 Manual Focus ................. 39 Direct manual focus (DMF) ........... 40 Continuous shooting ..............41 Using touch function ............. 43 Touch Operation ............43 Touch Panel/Pad ............43 Touch Focus ..............
  • Page 5 Using a computer Connecting the camera to a computer ......... 55 Connecting to a computer ........... 55 Disconnecting the camera from the computer ... 56 Introduction to computer software ........57 Image management software (PlayMemories Home)..........57 RAW processing/remote camera control software ..58 MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items ..............
  • Page 6: Notes On Using Your Camera

    Notes on using your camera Along with this section, also see • When you shoot with backlighting, “Precautions” in the Help Guide keep the sun sufficiently far away (page 2). from the angle of view. Otherwise, the sunlight may enter the focus Screen language inside the camera and cause smoke or fire.
  • Page 7 Notes on continuous shooting • The image may be slightly distorted near the corners of the viewfinder. During continuous shooting, the This is not a malfunction. When you monitor or viewfinder may flash want to see the full composition between the shooting screen and a with all its details, you can also use black screen.
  • Page 8 • If the same part of your skin • Sony can provide no guarantees touches the camera for a long in the event of failure to record or period of time while using the loss or damage of recorded images...
  • Page 9 Television programs, films, Notes on wireless LAN videotapes, and other materials If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony may be copyrighted. Unauthorized bears no responsibility for the loss or recording of such materials may damage caused by illegal access or...
  • Page 10 For the customers in the UK, Ireland, For question regarding your product Malta, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia or for the Sony Service Center nearest Use the power cord (A). For safety you, call 1-800-222-SONY (7669). reasons, the power cord (B) is not...
  • Page 11: Preparations For Shooting

    Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items First check the model name • Micro USB cable (1) of your camera (page 10). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. •...
  • Page 12: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details. Front side  When the lens is removed ON/OFF (Power) switch (31)/Shutter button (32)  Front dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.  Remote sensor  Lens release button (30) ...
  • Page 13: Rear Side

    Rear side   Eyepiece cup C3 button (Custom button 3) To remove the eyepiece cup (68)/ (Protect) button Push the grips at the bottom  MENU button (59) of the eyepiece cup to the left  Monitor and right and lift up the cup. (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) (43) You can adjust the monitor to...
  • Page 14   Diopter-adjustment dial Access lamp Adjust the diopter-adjustment  For shooting: C4 button dial according to your eyesight (Custom button 4) (68) until the display appears clearly For viewing: (Delete) button   in the viewfinder. If it is hard to (33) operate the diopter-adjustment ...
  • Page 15: Top Side/Side View

    Top side/Side view   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 •...
  • Page 16    Microphone) jack Hooks for shoulder strap  ( When an external microphone Attach both ends of the strap is connected, the built- onto the camera. in microphone turns off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.
  • Page 17 Memory Stick PRO Duo media * 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.
  • Page 18: Bottom

    Bottom  Battery insertion slot (25)  Battery cover (25)  Tripod socket hole 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.  Battery cover release lever...
  • Page 19: Lens Fe 28-70 Mm F3.5-5.6 Oss (Supplied With Ilce-7M3K)

    Lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (Supplied with ILCE-7M3K)  Focusing ring  Zoom ring  Focal-length scale  Focal-length index  Lens contacts Do not touch this part directly.  Mount index...
  • Page 20: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Using the control wheel • You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. • The DISP (Display Setting),  (Drive Mode), and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the top/left/right side of the control wheel.
  • Page 21: Using The Multi-Selector

    Using the multi-selector • Put your finger right on top of the multi-selector to manipulate it more precisely. • When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], or [Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.
  • Page 22: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen

    Select the desired setting by turning the front dial, and press the center of the control wheel. • Some functions can be fine-tuned using the rear dial. To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel.
  • Page 23 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen. • The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Auto mode/Scene Selection mode P/A/S/M mode Select a function to set by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel.
  • Page 24 To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 5, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings. Operation guide Note •...
  • Page 25: Startup Guide

    Startup guide Step 1: Inserting the battery pack into the camera Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Lock lever Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Make sure that the access lamp (page 14) is not lit, and turn off...
  • Page 26: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera

    If this happens, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge. • Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs and AC Adaptors (supplied). • Use the USB cable (supplied) or a USB-standard cable.
  • Page 27: Step 3: Inserting A Memory Card

    Step 3: Inserting a memory card For details on memory cards that can be used with this camera, refer to page 84. Open the memory card cover. Insert the SD card into the slot 1. Slot 1 (lower): Supports SD cards (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II) Slot 2 (upper): Supports SD cards...
  • Page 28 Hint • When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card (page 74). Note • Do not insert a Memory Stick media into the slot 1. It may cause a malfunction. To remove the memory card Open the memory card cover.
  • Page 29: Step 4: Attaching A Lens

    Step 4: Attaching a lens Remove the body cap from the Front lens cap camera and the rear lens cap from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free environment to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.
  • Page 30 Note • Be sure to hold the lens straight and do not use force when attaching a lens. • Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens. • The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately).
  • Page 31: Step 5: Setting The Language And The Clock

    Step 5: Setting the language and the clock Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON” to turn on the camera. Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel. Control wheel Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press the center.
  • Page 32: Step 6: Shooting Images In Auto Mode

    Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set other items, then select [Enter] and press the center. Hint • To reset the date and time setting, use MENU (page 74). Note • This camera does not have a function for inserting the date into images. You can insert the date into images and then save and print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).
  • Page 33 To shoot movies Press the MOVIE button to start/stop recording. To play back images Press the (Playback) button to play back images. You can select the   desired image using the control wheel. To delete displayed image Press the (Delete) button while an image is displayed to delete it. Select  ...
  • Page 34: Focusing

    Shooting Focusing Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Mode]  desired setting. (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject.
  • Page 35 Focus indicator   (lit): The subject is in focus and the focus is locked.   (flashing): The subject is not in focus.  (lit): The subject is in focus. The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movements of the subject.  (lit): Focusing is in progress.
  • Page 36: Auto Focus

    Auto focus Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Area]  desired setting. Wide: Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 37 Examples of the focusing frame display The focusing frame differs as follows. When focusing on a larger area When focusing on a smaller area • 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”...
  • Page 38 To move the focus area • You can move the focus area in [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], or [Zone] by operating the multi-selector. If you assign [Focus Standard] to the center of the multi-selector beforehand, you can move the focusing frame back to the center of the monitor by pressing the center of the multi-selector.
  • Page 39: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Mode]  [Manual Focus]. Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus. • When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 40: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting. MENU ...
  • Page 41: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel  Select [Cont. Shooting]. • You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Drive Mode]. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.
  • Page 42 Note • The shooting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower when  RAW File Type] is set to [Uncompressed]. • The shooting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower when [e-Front Curtain Shut.] is set to [Off] in [Continuous Shooting: Hi], [Continuous Shooting: Mid] or [Continuous Shooting: Lo] mode. •...
  • Page 43: Using Touch Function

    Using touch function Touch Operation Sets whether to activate or not the touch operation of the monitor. Touch operations when shooting with the monitor are referred to as “touch panel operations,” and touch operations when shooting with the viewfinder are referred to as “touch pad operations.” MENU ...
  • Page 44: Touch Focus

    Touch Focus You can select a subject on which to focus using touch operations in the still image and movie recording modes. MENU   (Setup)  [Touch Operation]  [On]. Specifying the position where you want to focus in the still image mode You can focus on the desired position by touching the monitor.
  • Page 45 Specifying the position where you want to focus in the movie recording mode (spot focus) The camera will focus on the touched subject. Spot focus is not available when shooting with the viewfinder.  Select a [Focus Area] other than [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot].
  • Page 46: Selecting A Still Image Size/Image Quality

    Selecting a still image size/image quality  JPEG Image Size The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. MENU  (Camera Settings 1) ...
  • Page 47: Jpeg Quality

     JPEG Quality Selects the JPEG image quality when [  File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [JPEG]. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [  JPEG Quality]  desired setting. Extra fine/Fine/Standard: Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order.
  • Page 48: Shooting Movies

    Shooting movies Changing settings for movie recording  File Format Selects the movie file format. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [  File Format]  desired   setting.  File Format Characteristics XAVC S 4K Records movies in 4K resolution You can save movies on (3840×2160).
  • Page 49: Record Setting

    Note • When [  File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. • Images will not appear on the monitor of the camera if you record movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device with [  File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K].
  • Page 50 When [  File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]  Record Setting Bit-rate Description 60p 50M/50p 50M Approx. 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p). 60p 25M/50p 25M Approx. 25 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p). 30p 50M/25p 50M Approx. 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).
  • Page 51 Note • Creating an AVCHD recording disc from movies that were recorded with [60i 24M (FX)]/[50i 24M (FX)] as the [  Record Setting] takes a long time because the image quality of movies is converted. If you want to store movies without converting them, use a Blu-ray Disc.
  • Page 52: Using Network Functions

    PlayMemories Mobile is required to connect the camera and a smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/).
  • Page 53: Recording Location Information To Captured Images

    (via Bluetooth communication) and record it to captured images. Transferring images to the FTP server You can use the camera’s Wi-Fi function to transfer images to the FTP server. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” http://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ • Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required.
  • Page 54: Connecting The Camera To A Wireless Access Point

    [OK]. Note • If a connection is not established, see the wireless access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point. To save images to a computer, install PlayMemories Home on your computer. PlayMemories Home http://www.sony.net/pm/...
  • Page 55: Using A Computer

    Using a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting to a computer Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. Turn on the camera and the computer. Check that [USB Connection] under (Setup) is set to   [Mass Storage]. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable.
  • Page 56: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    Disconnecting the camera from the computer Perform steps 1 and 2 below before performing the following operations: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing a memory card. • Turning off the product. Click (Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media) in the  ...
  • Page 57: Introduction To Computer Software

    If one of these software is already installed on your computer, update it to the latest version before use. Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ You can check the recommended operating environment for the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/...
  • Page 58: Raw Processing/Remote Camera Control Software

    RAW processing/remote camera control software • You can develop and edit RAW images using various adjustment functions like tone curve and sharpness. • With the software, you can change the camera settings or release the shutter from a computer connected via a USB cable. To control the camera using the software, first select MENU ...
  • Page 59: Menu Items/List Of Icons

    MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to MENU button display the menu screen. Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top/ bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel.
  • Page 60: List Of Menu Items

    List of MENU items For details on each MENU items, refer to the reference page in the last column or the Help Guide.  (Camera Settings 1) Red tab Quality/Image Size Sets the file format for still images.  File Format ([RAW] / [JPEG], etc.) Selects the file type for RAW images.
  • Page 61 Drive Mode Sets the drive mode, such as for continuous shooting. Help ([Self-timer] / [Cont. Bracket], etc.) Guide Bracket Settings Sets self-timer shooting in bracket Help mode, shooting order for exposure Guide bracketing, and white balance bracketing. Calls up settings pre-registered to Help  Recall  ...
  • Page 62 Sets the AF illuminator, which Help  AF Illuminator provides light to aid focusing in dark Guide scenes. Center Lock-on AF Sets the function to track a subject Help and continue focusing when pressing Guide the center of the control wheel in the shooting screen.
  • Page 63 AF Micro Adj. Finely adjusts the autofocused Help position, when using the LA-EA2 Guide or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). Exposure Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of Help the entire image. Guide Reset EV Comp. Sets whether to maintain Help the exposure value set using Guide...
  • Page 64 Exposure Std. Adjust Adjusts the standard for the correct Help exposure value for each metering Guide modes. Flash Flash Mode Sets the flash settings. Help Guide Flash Comp. Adjusts the intensity of flash output. Help Guide Exp. comp. set Sets whether to reflect exposure Help compensation value to flash Guide...
  • Page 65 Picture Profile Changes settings such as color and Help tone when recording images. Guide * This function is for skilled movie creators. Focus Assist Focus Magnifier Enlarges the image before shooting Help so that you can check the focus. Guide Focus Magnif.
  • Page 66: (Camera Settings 2)

     (Camera Settings 2) Purple tab Movie Sets the exposure mode when Help  Exposure Mode shooting movies. Guide Sets the exposure mode when Help  Exposure Mode shooting slow-motion/quick-motion Guide movies. Selects the movie file format.  File Format ([XAVC S 4K] / [AVCHD], etc.) Selects a frame-rate and bit-rate for  Record Setting the movie.
  • Page 67 Sets which markers to display on the Help  Marker Settings monitor when recording movies. Guide Video Light Mode Sets the illumination setting for the Help HVL-LBPC LED light (sold separately). Guide Movie w/ shutter Records movies using the shutter Help button.
  • Page 68 FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the Help display between the electronic Guide viewfinder and the monitor. Zebra Setting Sets the stripes displayed to adjust Help brightness. Guide Grid Line Displays grid lines for adjusting the Help image composition. Guide Exposure Set.
  • Page 69: (Network)

    Dial Setup Sets the functions of the front and Help rear dials when the exposure mode Guide is set to M. Dials can be used for adjusting shutter speed and aperture value. Av/Tv Rotate Sets the direction of turning the front Help or rear dial or the control wheel to Guide...
  • Page 70: (Playback)

    Airplane Mode Disables wireless communications Help from the device such as Wi-Fi, NFC, Guide and Bluetooth function. Wi-Fi Settings Allows you to register your access Help point and check or change the Wi-Fi Guide connection information. Bluetooth Settings Controls the settings for connecting Help the camera with a smartphone via a Guide...
  • Page 71 Copy Copies images from the memory card Help in the memory card slot designated in Guide [Select PB Media] to the memory card in the other slot. Photo Capture Captures a chosen scene in a movie to Help save as a still image. Guide Enlarges the playback images.
  • Page 72: (Setup)

     (Setup) Yellow tab Monitor Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Help Guide Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of the electronic Help viewfinder. Guide Finder Color Temp. Sets the color temperature of the Help viewfinder. Guide Gamma Disp. Assist Adjusts the screen to make Help monitoring easier when displaying an Guide...
  • Page 73 Touch Panel/Pad Selects whether to activate touch panel operation when shooting with the monitor, or touch pad operation when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Pad Settings Adjusts settings related to touch pad Help operation. Guide Demo Mode Sets demonstration playback of Help movies to on or off.
  • Page 74 Date/Time Setup Sets the date, time, and daylight savings. Area Setting Sets the location of use. Help Guide Copyright Info Sets copyright information for still Help images. Guide Format Formats the memory card. Help Guide File Number Sets the method used to assign file Help numbers.
  • Page 75: (My Menu)

     (My Menu) Gray tab Add Item Adds desired MENU items to Help Guide   (My Menu). Sort Item Sorts the MENU items added to Help Guide   (My Menu). Delete Item Deletes MENU items added to Help Guide   (My Menu). Delete Page Deletes all the MENU items on a page Help...
  • Page 76: List Of Icons On The Monitor

    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. Icons on the shooting screen Monitor mode Viewfinder mode  Shooting mode/  Camera settings Scene recognition P P A S M NO CARD...
  • Page 77 24M 20M 10M 8.7M 6.0M 5.1M 2.6M 2.2M Setting Effect OFF (68) Image size of still images (46) AF Illuminator (62) RAW recording (compressed/ Flicker uncompressed) (47) Flickering detected (65) X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality (47) SteadyShot off/on, Camera XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD shake warning (67) File format of movies (48) SteadyS.
  • Page 78  Battery Copyright information writing on (74) Remaining battery (25) Gamma Disp. Assist (72) Remaining battery warning Focus Cancel (44) USB power supply (73) Lock-on AF Cancel  Shooting settings Spot Focus Performing [Spot Focus] (45) NFC active (52) Drive Mode (41) Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection Flash Mode (64) /...
  • Page 79  Focus indicator/exposure settings 7500K A5 G5  White Balance (Auto, Preset, Focus indicator (35) Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) (64) 1/250 Shutter speed D-Range Opt./Auto HDR (64) F3.5 Aperture value +3 +3 +3 Exposure compensation (63)/ Creative Style (64)/Contrast, Metered Manual saturation, and sharpness ISO400 ISO AUTO...
  • Page 80 Exposure Setting Guide (68) Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Digital level gauge STBY REC Movie recording standby/Movie recording in progress 1:00:12 Actual movie recording time (hours: minutes: seconds) Audio Level Display (66) REC Control (73) 00:00:00:00 Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames) (73) 00 00 00 00 User Bit (73)
  • Page 81: Icons On The Playback Screen

    Icons on the playback screen Single-image playback display Histogram display  Basic information Proxy movie included (66) Playback media (71)  Camera settings View Mode (71) Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” (page 76). Rating (70)  Shooting settings  Protect (70) Picture Effect error DPOF DPOF set (70)
  • Page 82  Image information Latitude/longitude information (70) 2018 - 1 - 1 10:37AM Date of recording (31) 100-0003 Folder number  File number (74) Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B)
  • Page 83: About This Product

    • The battery life and number of recordable images are estimates based on shooting with the default settings under the following conditions: – Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). – Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately)  ...
  • Page 84: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    • The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: – The image quality is set to XAVC S HD 60p 50M / 50p 50M. – Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeated shooting, zooming, shooting stand-by, turning on/off, etc.
  • Page 85 Note • Use the slot 1 when you are using a UHS-II memory card. Also, select MENU   (Setup)  [Rec. Media Settings]  [Prioritize Rec. Media]  [Slot 1]. • Memory Stick PRO Duo media cannot be used in the slot 1. •...
  • Page 86: Number Of Recordable Images

    The following table 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 87: Recordable Movie Times

    • Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9999 images, “9999” will appear. • The numbers shown are when using a Sony memory card. Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera.
  • Page 88 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 • High-quality movie recording and high-speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power.
  • Page 89 • The duration of time available for continuous movie recording when the camera records with the default settings after the power has been turned off for a while is as follows. The values indicate the continuous time from when the camera starts recording until the camera stops recording.
  • Page 90: Specifications

    Metering Range: –3 EV to +20 EV (at Camera Type: ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ISO sensitivity (Recommended Lens: Sony E-mount lens exposure index): Still images: ISO 100 to ISO 51 200 [Image sensor] (Extended ISO: Minimum ISO 50, Image format: 35 mm full frame...
  • Page 91 File format: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Model No. WW541200 Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline) compliant, Rated input: 7.2 V , 3.2 W RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) Operating temperature: Movie (XAVC S format): 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0...
  • Page 92 (Supplied with ILCE-7M3K) • Memory Stick and trademarks or registered Focal length: 28 mm – 70 mm Lens groups–elements: 8–9 trademarks of Sony Corporation. Angle of view: 75° – 34° • XAVC S and are registered Minimum focus*: 0.3 m – 0.45 m trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 93 • The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. • QR code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc. • In addition, system and product...
  • Page 94 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. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product.
  • Page 95: Index

    Index AF ............ 36 Fn ..........14, 21 AF-A ..........34 Focus ..........34 AF-C ..........34 Focus indicator ......... 35 AF-S ..........34 Function button ........14 Auto focus ........36 Auto Mode ........32 HDR ..........64 AVCHD ..........48 Help Guide ......... 2 AWB ..........64 In-Camera Guide ........
  • Page 96 One-touch (NFC) ......52 XAVC S 4K .........48 XAVC S HD ........48 Playback ........... 33 PlayMemories Home ....... 57 PlayMemories Mobile ...... 52 Printing ..........70 Prioritize Rec. Media ......27 Quick Navi ........22 RAW ..........47 Recordable number of images ..86 Recordable time of movies .....
  • Page 100 ©2018 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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