Page 1 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later If your camera’s system software (firmware) is Ver.3.00 or later, use Creators’ App on your smartphone. Imaging Edge Mobile cannot be used. For details on Creators’ App, refer to the following website.
Page 2: Basic Operations
Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on memory card Cleaning the image sensor (Sensor Cleaning) On cleaning Names of parts Front side Rear side Top side Sides Bottom XLR handle unit Basic icons displayed on the monitor Basic operations Touch operations on the monitor Using the control wheel...
Page 3 Charging the battery pack using a charger Inserting/removing the battery pack Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Using the battery charger abroad Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Inserting/removing a memory card Attaching/removing a lens Attaching the supplied XLR handle unit Performing initial setup for the camera...
Page 4 Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Tracking subject (Tracking function) Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Face/Eye AF Focusing on human eyes Face/Eye Prior. in AF (still image/movie) Face/Eye Subject (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Face/Eye Frame Disp.
Page 5 AF/MF Selector AF w/ Shutter AF On Focus Hold Pre-AF Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Illuminator Aperture Drive in AF AF in Focus Mag. Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Initial Focus Mag.
Page 6 ISO (still image/movie) ISO Range Limit (still image/movie) ISO AUTO Min. SS White balance White Balance (still image/movie) Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB (still image/movie) Shutter AWB Lock Shockless WB Log shooting settings Log shooting...
Page 7 DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func. Setting the image quality and recording format JPEG/HEIF Switch Image Quality Settings: File Format (still image) Image Quality Settings: RAW File Type Image Quality Settings: JPEG Quality/HEIF Quality Image Quality Settings: JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio HLG Still Image Color Space...
Page 8 Release w/o Lens (still image/movie) Release w/o Card Anti-flicker Shoot. Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom Zoom Range (still image/movie) Zoom Lever Speed (still image/movie) Custom Key Z. Speed (still image/movie) Remote Zoom Speed (still image/movie) About zoom scale Zoom Ring Rotate Using the flash...
Page 9 High ISO NR Setting the monitor display during shooting Auto Review (still image) Remain Shoot Display (still image) Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Grid Line Type (still image/movie) Live View Display Set. Aperture Preview Shot. Result Preview Bright Monitoring Emphasized REC Display Marker Display Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp.
Page 10 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Registering and recalling camera settings Camera Set. Memory Recall Camera Setting Memory/Recall Media Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) Registering frequently used functions to the function menu Fn Menu Settings Registering frequently used functions to My Menu...
Page 11 Viewing images Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Playing back still images Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Playing back movies Volume Settings 4ch Audio Monitoring (movie) Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Cont.
Page 12: Changing The Camera Settings
Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete pressing twice Delete confirm. Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable Changing the camera settings Memory card settings Format Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (still image) Rec.
Page 13 SSID/PW Reset Bluetooth Settings Wired LAN (USB-LAN) Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) Access Authen. Settings Access Authen. Info Security(IPsec) Reset Network Set. FTP Transfer Func. Monitor settings Monitor Brightness Power settings Power Save Start Time Auto Power OFF Temp.
Page 14 Area/Date/Time Setting NTSC/PAL Selector Audio signals REC Lamp Video Light Mode IR Remote Ctrl Auto Pixel Mapping Pixel Mapping Version Save/Load Settings Setting Reset Functions available with a smartphone Functions available with a smartphone (Creators’ App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Using a smartphone as a remote commander Using a smartphone as a remote commander Remote Shoot Setting (smartphone)
Page 15 List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen List of default setting values Specifications Trademarks License If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 16 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later How to use the “Help Guide” The “Help Guide” is a “Web Instruction Manual” that has been designed to describe the functions and operating methods of this camera. Use the “Help Guide” to search for any information that you require in order to make full use of the camera.
Page 17 Method C: Finding functions from MENU If you want to search for information while checking it against the MENU screen of the camera, use the “Finding functions from MENU” page. Select a MENU item from the list to go directly to the description page. Viewing information about related features “Related Topic”...
Page 18 Printing only the currently displayed page (only on a computer) To print only the page currently being displayed, select the [ Print] button at the top of the page. When the printing screen appears, specify your printer. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 19: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) Battery Charger (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/regions) Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera.
Page 20 Accessory shoe kit (Accessory shoe (1), accessory shoe plate (1), screws (4)) Handle shoe cap (1) (attached to the handle) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 21: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Memory cards that can be used This camera supports CFexpress Type A memory cards and SD memory cards (UHS-I, UHS-II compatible). When using microSD memory cards with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor.
Page 22 File Format Maximum recordable bit rate Supported memory card CFexpress Type A memory card (VPG200 or higher) XAVC HS 4K 500Mbps SDXC V60 or higher CFexpress Type A memory card (VPG200 or higher) XAVC S 4K 560Mbps SDXC V60 or higher CFexpress Type A memory card (VPG200 or higher) XAVC S HD 500Mbps...
Page 23 Number of recordable images Recordable movie times S&Q Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 24: 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 25: On Moisture Condensation
If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed.
Page 26 For lens-integrated cameras Always attach the lens cap when you are not using the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap) For interchangeable-lens cameras Always attach the lens front cap or body cap when you are not using the camera. To prevent dust or debris from getting inside the camera, remove dust from the body cap before attaching it to the camera.
Page 27: On Image Data Compatibility
Notes on security SONY WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA LEAKS CAUSED BY TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, OR OTHER SECURITY PROBLEMS.
Page 29 Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.
Page 30: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 31: Notes On Memory Card
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Notes on memory card (overheating warning icon) is displayed on the monitor, do not remove the memory card from the camera right away. Instead, wait for a while after turning off the camera, and then remove the memory card. If you touch the memory card while it is hot, you may drop it and the memory card may be damaged.
Page 33 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Cleaning the image sensor (Sensor Cleaning) If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
Page 34 If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. During cleaning, the image sensor emits a vibrating noise. This is not a malfunction. Cleaning may be performed automatically when the power is turned off. Related Topic Attaching/removing a lens 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: Cleaning The Lens
If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the monitor 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 36: Front Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Front side 1 button (Custom button 1)/IRIS (Iris) button Shutter button W/T (zoom) lever Front dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode. Infrared remote sensor WLAN antenna (built-in) Wi-Fi communication may be blocked if you cover this part with your hand, etc.
Page 37 Related Topic Rear side Top side Sides Bottom 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Rear Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Rear side Power switch Monitor/Touch panel You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. (A): Approx. 176° (B): Approx. 270° 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.
Page 39 For shooting: 4 button (Custom button 4) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button Speaker Related Topic Front side Top side Sides Bottom 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Top Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Top side Multi Interface Shoe* Some accessories may not go in all the way and protrude backward from the Multi interface shoe. However, when the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed.
Page 41 Use an accessory with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you will be unable to firmly secure the accessory, and damage to the camera may occur. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufacturers’ accessories are not guaranteed. Related Topic Front side Rear side Sides Bottom 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 42 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Sides Hooks for shoulder strap (sold separately) Thread hole for accessories Supports 1/4-20 UNC screws Use an accessory with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you will be unable to firmly secure the accessory, and damage to the camera may occur.
Page 43 PC Remote shooting using the USB Type-C terminal. Notes on the terminal cover Ensure that the terminal cover is closed before use. Related Topic Front side Rear side Top side Bottom 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 44 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Bottom Lock lever Battery insertion slot Battery cover Before attaching an accessory such as the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit (sold separately), remove the battery cover. To remove the battery cover Pull the battery cover release lever (A) in the direction of the arrow, and then remove the battery cover.
Page 45 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. Related Topic Front side Rear side Top side Sides 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Body Parts
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later XLR handle unit Body parts Microphone holder Cable holder Attachment screws Multi Interface foot Switches and dials...
Page 47 ATT (INPUT1) switch Select the standard input level of the INPUT1 jack. This switch setting is active when the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch is set to “MIC” or “MIC+48V.” INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch Select the option suitable for the device connected to the INPUT1 jack. ATT (INPUT2) switch Select the standard input level of the INPUT2 jack.
Page 48: Ports And Jacks
INPUT1 jack (3-pin XLR/TRS, female type, phantom-power compatible) Micro USB port Note Do not touch the connectors with bare hands. Related Topic Attaching the supplied XLR handle unit Recording audio using the XLR adaptor of the supplied handle 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 49 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Basic icons displayed on the monitor This section describes the screen display when the shooting mode is (Flexible Exp. Mode) for movie shooting and (Program Auto) for still image shooting.
Page 50 Zoom Lever Speed] is set to [3]. Picture Profile] is set to [PP11]. Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 51 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Touch operations on the monitor By touching the monitor, you can intuitively perform operations such as focusing on the shooting screen and operating the playback screen. Touch operations (on the shooting screen) Touch the monitor to specify where to focus (Touch Focus).
Page 52 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Sensitivity Touch Func. in Shooting Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: 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 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Using The Multi-Selector
[Tracking: Spot S] / [Tracking: Spot M] / [Tracking: Spot L] [Tracking: Expand Spot] The [Focus Standard] function is assigned to the center of the multi-selector in the default settings. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Focus Standard 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Shooting Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Using the MODE (Mode) button Use the MODE (Mode) button to select a shooting mode according to the subject and purpose of shooting. Press the MODE button, use the control wheel to select the desired shooting mode, and then press the center of the control wheel.
Page 56 Shooting Icon Description mode The shutter speed is given priority and the aperture value is adjusted automatically. Shutter Select this when you want to shoot a fast-moving subject without blurring, or when Priority you want to shoot a water or light trail. Manual Manually adjust both the aperture value and shutter speed.
Page 58: Using The Menu
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Using the menu The menu screen is displayed by pressing the MENU button. You can change settings related to all of the camera operations including shooting and playback, or you can execute a function from the menu screen.
Page 59 (A) Menu tabs (B) Menu groups (C) Menu items Press the center of the control wheel to select the menu item. The setting screen or execution screen for the selected item will appear on the monitor. Select a parameter or execute the function. If you want to cancel changing the parameter, press the MENU button and go back to the previous screen.
Page 60 : Menu items displayed in both the still image shooting modes and movie recording modes Related Topic Add Item Display From My Menu Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Using the MODE (Mode) button 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 61 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Using the Main menu (shooting setting list) Select the (Main) tab on the menu screen to display a list of shooting settings. You can confirm the settings before shooting or for each scene, and also change the settings directly from this screen.
Page 62 Log Shooting Setting Shooting Format Recording Media File Settings Exposure Mode SteadyShot Focus Mode Focus Area Face/Eye Prior. in AF Face/Eye Subject Remaining battery level Main menu for shooting still images Main1 Shutter Speed Aperture Exposure Comp.
Page 63 You can open the setting screens by touching the icons on the main menu when [Touch Operation] is set to [On]. Related Topic Using the menu Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 64: Using The Function Menu
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Using the function menu If you press the Fn (function) button during shooting, a menu containing frequently used functions such as the audio recording level and focus mode will appear on the screen (function menu). This allows you to access functions quickly.
Page 65 Select the icon for the desired function and then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings. Related Topic Fn Menu Settings Swipe Up 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 66 If you want to change the function of the custom button, press the center of the control wheel while the custom button is selected. The functions that can be assigned to that button will appear. Select your desired function. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: During Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Using the DISP (Display Setting) button By pressing the DISP (Display Setting) button, you can change the content displayed on the screen during shooting and playback. The display switches each time the DISP button is pressed.
Page 68 The settings for playback are also applied in [ Auto Review]. Note The displayed contents and their position shown in the illustration are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. Related Topic DISP (Screen Disp) Set 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Using The Delete Button
Other than the single-image playback screen, you can also use the (Delete) button for the following operations. Custom Key In-Camera Guide Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete confirm. Delete pressing twice Using the custom buttons In-Camera Guide 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 70 Related Topic Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Exposure Ctrl Type Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Av/Tv Rotate 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Using The Keyboard
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Using the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. For examples of functions that use the keyboard, see “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.
Page 72 To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Related Topic Copyright Info Access Point Set. Wired LAN (USB-LAN) Edit Device Name Security(IPsec) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Charging The Battery Pack Using A Charger
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Charging the battery pack using a charger Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. Place the battery pack on the battery charger aligning the direction of (triangle) mark. Slide the battery pack to the end.
Page 75 “Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery.” Related Topic Inserting/removing the battery pack Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Inserting/removing the battery pack Slide the switch on the battery cover to open the cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place.
Page 77 Related Topic Charging the battery pack using a charger Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 78 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery You can use a USB cable to charge from an external power source, such as a commercially available USB AC adaptor or mobile battery.
Page 80: Using The Battery Charger Abroad
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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (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. Operation cannot be guaranteed with all external power supplies. Related Topic Inserting/removing the battery pack 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the camera. You can use CFexpress Type A memory cards and SD memory cards with this camera.
Page 83: To Remove The Memory Card
Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (still image) Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (movie) Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Attaching/Removing A Lens
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 85 Attach the lens hood properly. Otherwise, the lens hood may not have any effect or may be partially reflected in the image. 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. Related Topic Mount Adaptor 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 86 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Attaching the supplied XLR handle unit By attaching the XLR handle unit, you can use the functions of the XLR adaptor. Remove the shoe cap, and then attach the XLR handle unit to the Multi Interface Shoe.
Page 87 When attaching the handle to the camera, fasten the two handle-attachment screws securely. Using the handle without fastening the handle-attachment screws may damage the Multi Interface Shoe terminal or cause the camera to fall off. Related Topic Recording audio using the XLR adaptor of the supplied handle 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 88 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Performing initial setup for the camera By establishing a Bluetooth connection (pairing) between the camera and a smartphone and using the smartphone application Creators’ App, you can perform initial camera settings such as date and time settings from the smartphone (when the camera's system software (firmware) is Ver.3.00 or later).
Page 89 The built-in clock of the camera may exhibit time errors. Adjust the time at regular intervals. Related Topic Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Area/Date/Time Setting Auto Power OFF Temp. Edit Device Name WPS Push Access Point Set. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 90 Setting whether camera operating sounds are generated Audio signals Making it easy to check whether the camera is on standby or recording when set to a movie mode Emphasized REC Display Resetting shooting settings or resetting all camera settings Setting Reset 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 91: Shooting Movies
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Shooting movies You can set the recording format and exposure and record movies by using the dedicated menu items for movies. Press the MODE (Mode) button, use the control wheel to select [Movie], and then press the center.
Page 92 Touch the subject on the monitor. To record movie audio in 4 channels Attach the XLR handle unit (supplied) or a genuine Sony accessory that supports 4-channel and 24-bit audio recording to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. Hint You can also assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key.
Page 93 Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Shoe Audio Set. Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) REC w/ Shutter (movie) Audio Recording Recordable movie times 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 94 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) This section describes how to shoot still images in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera automatically focuses and automatically determines the exposure based on the shooting conditions.
Page 95 An icon indicating that data is being written is displayed after shooting. Do not remove the memory card while the icon is displayed. Doing so will prevent images from being recorded normally. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Playing back still images Auto Review (still image) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 96 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Finding functions from MENU The displayed MENU items vary depending on the shooting mode. In the table below, the modes in which each MENU item is displayed are indicated by the still image/movie/S&Q icons.
Page 97 Groups Menu items JPEG/HEIF Switch Image Quality Settings: File Format Image Quality Settings: RAW File Type Image Quality Settings: JPEG Quality Image Quality Settings: HEIF Quality Image Quality Settings: JPEG Image Size Image Quality Settings: HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio File Format Image Quality/Rec Movie Settings...
Page 98 Groups Menu items File/Folder Settings Select REC Folder Create New Folder File IPTC Information Copyright Info Write Serial Number File Settings Exposure Mode Exposure Mode Exposure Ctrl Type Shooting Mode Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory Memory/Recall Media Reg. Custom Shoot Set Drive Mode Drive Mode Bracket Settings...
Page 99 Groups Menu items Time Code Preset User Bit Preset Time Code Format TC/UB Time Code Run Time Code Make User Bit Time Rec SteadyShot SteadyShot Image Stabilization SteadyShot Adjust. Focal Length Zoom Range Zoom Lever Speed Zoom Custom Key Z. Speed Remote Zoom Speed Grid Line Display Grid Line Type...
Page 100 Groups Menu items Auto Slow Shutter ISO Range Limit Exposure ISO AUTO Min. SS Base ISO Exposure Index Auto/Manual Swt. Set. Exposure Comp. Exposure Comp. Exposure step Exposure Std. Adjust Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Metering Spot Metering Point AEL w/ Shutter Flash Mode Flash Comp.
Page 101 (Focus) tab Groups Menu items Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Tracking Sensitivity AF Illuminator AF/MF Aperture Drive in AF AF w/ Shutter Pre-AF AF Transition Speed AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity AF Assist Focus Area Focus Area Limit Switch V/H AF Area Focus Area Color...
Page 102 Groups Menu items Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time Focus Assistant Initial Focus Mag. AF in Focus Mag. Initial Focus Mag. Peaking Display Peaking Display Peaking Level Peaking Color (Playback) tab Groups Menu items Select Playback Media Playback Target View Mode Enlarge Image...
Page 103 Groups Menu items Image Index Display as Group Display Rotation Playback Option Focus Frame Display Disp Specified Time Img. Image Jump Setting (Network) tab Groups Menu items Smartphone Connection Select on Cam & Send Smartphone Connect Reset Transfer Status Cnct. while Power OFF Remote Shoot Setting FTP Transfer Func.
Page 104 Groups Menu items Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Import Root Certificate Network Option Access Authen. Settings Access Authen. Info Security(IPsec) Reset Network Set. For some models only (Setup) tab Groups Menu items Language Area/Date Area/Date/Time Setting NTSC/PAL Selector Setting Reset Reset/Save Settings Save/Load Settings Custom Key/Dial Set.
Page 105 Groups Menu items Touch Operation Touch Sensitivity Touch Operation Swipe Up Touch Func. in Shooting Monitor Brightness Monitor Display Quality Monitor Flip Direction TC/UB Disp. Setting Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Display LUT Display Option De-Squeeze Display Remain Shoot Display Auto Review Display File Name Power Save Start Time...
Page 106 Menu items Add Item Sort Item Delete Item My Menu Setting Delete Page Delete All Display From My Menu Note The order in which the menu tabs are listed here differs from the actual display. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 107: Contents Of This Chapter
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Contents of this chapter The following table of contents lists the features described in this chapter (“Using the shooting functions”). From each item name, you can jump to the page describing the respective functions.
Page 108: Shooting With Drive Modes (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)
AF/MF Selector AF w/ Shutter AF On Focus Hold Pre-AF Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Illuminator Aperture Drive in AF AF in Focus Mag. Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Initial Focus Mag.
Page 109: Shutter Settings
Cont. Shooting Self-timer(Single) Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func. Setting the image quality and recording format JPEG/HEIF Switch Image Quality Settings: File Format (still image) Image Quality Settings: RAW File Type Image Quality Settings: JPEG Quality/HEIF Quality Image Quality Settings: JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio...
Page 110 Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Recording movie audio Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Shoe Audio Set. Recording audio using the XLR adaptor of the supplied handle TC/UB settings TC/UB TC/UB Disp. Setting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 Even if [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [Flexible Exp. Mode], when shooting a movie by pressing the REC (recording) button in a still image shooting mode, the movie will be shot in the exposure mode for still image shooting. Related Topic Movie: Exposure Mode Auto/Manual Swt. Set. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 112 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Auto/Manual Swt. Set. When shooting movies, you can switch between the automatic and manual settings separately for aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity as you would with the exposure control system of a professional camera. Set [Exposure Ctrl Type] to [Flexible Exp.
Page 114: Movie: 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 Exposure Ctrl Type 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 115: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode
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 Exposure Ctrl Type 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 116: Intelligent Auto
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Intelligent Auto The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. MODE (Mode) button → [Intelligent Auto] → press the center of the control wheel. Point the camera at the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen.
Page 118: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: 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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: 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 ISO (still image/movie) Bulb shooting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 121: 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. Related Topic ISO (still image/movie) Bulb shooting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Bulb Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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. MODE (Mode) button → [Manual Exposure] → press the center of the control wheel.
Page 123 Manual Exposure Long Exposure NR 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: Auto Slow Shutter
When [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [Flexible Exp. Mode] and the method for adjusting the shutter speed is set to [Manual] When [Log Shooting] under [Log Shooting Setting] is set to [Cine EI Quick] or [Cine EI] 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: Focus Indicator
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Focus) → [AF/MF] → [ Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Single-shot AF: The product locks the focus once focusing is complete.
Page 126 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available in the movie shooting mode. Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 127 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Set the type of focusing frame when shooting with the auto focus. Select the mode according to the subject. MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Area] → [ Focus Area] →...
Page 128 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”...
Page 129: Phase Detection Af
Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Touch Operation Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) 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) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)
Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 131: Manual Focus
The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Note The displayed focus distance is just a reference. Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Peaking Display 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 132: 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 Manual Focus Peaking Display 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 133 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Focusing on human eyes The camera can automatically detect faces and eyes and focus on the eyes (Eye AF). The following explanation is for cases where the detection target is human. The faces of up to 8 subjects can be detected.
Page 134 The camera may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. Related Topic Face/Eye Prior. in AF (still image/movie) Face/Eye Subject (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Face/Eye Frame Disp. (still image/movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 135 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [ Face/Eye Prior. in AF] is locked to [On]. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Face/Eye Subject (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 Face Priority in Multi Metering Regist. Faces Priority Even when [ Face/Eye Subject] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Face/Eye Prior. in AF (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Sets whether to focus on the left eye or right eye when [ Face/Eye Subject] is set to [Human] or [Animal]. MENU → (Focus) → [Face/Eye AF] → [ Right/Left Eye Select] →...
Page 139 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Face/Eye Frame Disp. (still image/movie) Sets whether or not to display the face/eye detection frame when a face or eyes are detected. MENU → (Focus) → [Face/Eye AF] → [ Face/Eye Frame Disp.] →...
Page 140 Face/Eye Frame Disp.] is set to [Off], a green focusing frame will appear over faces or eyes that are in focus when you press the shutter button halfway down, etc. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Face/Eye Prior. in AF (still image/movie) Face/Eye Subject (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Face Memory 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 141 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]. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 142 Focuses without giving higher priority to registered faces. Hint To use the [ Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. Face/Eye Prior. in AF] under [Face/Eye AF]: [On] Face/Eye Subject] under [Face/Eye AF]: [Human] Related Topic Face Memory 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 143: Focus Standard
You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 144: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Switch V/H Af Area)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 145 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 146: Registering The Current Focus Area (Af Area Registration)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) You can move the focusing frame to a preassigned position temporarily using a custom key. This function is useful when shooting scenes in which the subject’s movements are predictable; for example, sports scenes. With this function, you can switch the focus area quickly according to the situation.
Page 148 Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area) Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Area] → [Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 149 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 Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 150 The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Note Even if you set [ Circ. of Focus Point] to [Circulate], the focusing frame will not circulate diagonally. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 151 : L] [Move AF Frame : L] [Move AF Frame : Std] [Move AF Frame : Std] Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 Focus Area Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 153: Af Area Auto Clear
(Focus) → [Focus Area] → [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. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 154 When [ Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center Fix] [Spot] [Expand Spot] Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 155: Phase Detect. Area
When shooting images using a full-frame-size-compatible lens, the Phase Detection AF area will not be displayed even if [Phase Detect. Area] is set to [On]. When recording movies, the Phase Detection AF area will not be displayed. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 156 Menu item details 5(Responsive)/4/3(Standard)/2/1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 157 Select a faster value to focus on the subject more quickly. Select a slower value to focus on the subject more smoothly. Hint You can use the touch focus function to intentionally transition the AF. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 158 Select a higher value when you want to shoot a quick-moving subject, or when you want to shoot multiple subjects while switching the focus continually. Select a lower value when you want the focus to remain steady, or when you want to keep the focus on a particular target without being affected by other subjects. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 159 Does not use the AF assist function. Note Only subjects within the focus area are targeted by auto focus. The following lenses are not compatible with [AF Assist]. SELP1650 (sold separately) SEL18200LE (sold separately) Related Topic Peaking Display 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 160 You cannot set the [AF/MF Selector Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. If the lens is equipped with an AF/MF selector switch, the state of the switch on the lens will take priority. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 161 Menu item details The auto focus operates when you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: The auto focus does not operate even if you press the shutter button halfway down. Related Topic AF On 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 162 Set [AF w/ Shutter] to [Off] when you do not want to perform auto focusing using the shutter button. Set [AF w/ Shutter] and [Pre-AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic AF w/ Shutter Pre-AF 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 163: Focus Hold
→ assign the [Focus Hold] function to the desired key. Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 164 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. During focusing operations, the screen may shake. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: 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 Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Priority Set in AF-C 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 166: 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 Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Priority Set in AF-S 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 167 When [Focus Magnifier] is activated. When a Mount Adaptor is attached. 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 168: Aperture Drive In Af
When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. Related Topic Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 169: Af In Focus Mag
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later AF in Focus Mag. 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 [Spot] under [ Focus Area].
Page 170 Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 171 You cannot use [Auto Magnifier in MF] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. [Auto Magnifier in MF] 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 (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 172: Focus Magnifier
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [Auto Magnifier in MF], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU →...
Page 173 Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) AF in Focus Mag. Touch Operation 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 174 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 Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 (Focus) → [Focus Assistant] →[ 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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 176: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)
Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x2.1: Displays a 2.1-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x1.5: Displays a 1.5-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 177 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) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 178 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) 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...
Page 179 Single Bracket Zebra Display 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 180: Histogram Display
The histogram display is extremely different between shooting and playback in the following cases: When the flash is used When shooting a low luminance subject such as a night scene Related Topic Using the DISP (Display Setting) button Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 181 You can adjust the setting increment for the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. MENU → (Exposure/Color) → [Exposure Comp.] → [ Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.5EV / 0.3EV Related Topic Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 182: Metering Mode
If you set [ Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off] [Log Shooting] is set to other than [Off] 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 184 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Metering Mode (still image/movie) Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Exposure/Color) → [Metering] → [ Metering Mode] → desired setting.
Page 185 Face Priority in Multi Metering (still image/movie) D-Range Optimizer (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 186 When [ Face/Eye Prior. in AF] is set to [On] and [ Face/Eye Subject] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF], [ Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 Focus Area] is set to the following parameters, the spot metering position is locked to the center. [Wide] [Zone] [Center Fix] [Tracking: Wide]/[Tracking: Zone]/[Tracking: Center Fix] Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Metering Mode (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 188 You cannot set the [AEL hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 189: Ael W/ Shutter
The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note When [AEL toggle] is assigned to any key using [ Custom Key/Dial Set.] or [ Custom Key/Dial Set.], operation using the key will be given priority over the [AEL toggle] settings. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 190 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 191 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later ISO (still image/movie) Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. ISO (ISO sensitivity) button → desired setting.
Page 193 ISO] → [ISO AUTO], and then press the right side of the control wheel to select [ISO AUTO Maximum]/[ISO AUTO Minimum]. Note ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ ISO Range Limit]. Related Topic ISO (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 194: Iso Auto Min. Ss
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 (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 195 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later White Balance (still image/movie) Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light condition to record a neutral white subject in white. Use this function when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression.
Page 196 Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB (still image/movie) WB bracket Shockless WB 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 197: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 198 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 (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 199: Shutter Awb Lock
[AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [ White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 200 Even if a setting other than [Off] is selected, the following will be immediately applied to the movie regardless of the speed setting. Fine adjustments to the color tones Changes to the color temperature using [C.Temp./Filter] Related Topic White Balance (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 201 Set automatically Base ISO ― ― Setting is required according to the EI Amount of freedom of color grading in post- Middle High High production For details on Log shooting, refer to the following website. https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Log Shooting Setting Configures the settings for Log shooting. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [Log Shooting Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Log Shooting: Switches the recording mode during Log shooting. (Off / Flexible ISO / Cine EI Quick / Cine EI) Color Gamut: Sets the color gamut.
Page 203 When [Log Shooting] is set to an item other than [Off], this may cause an error in the white balance custom setup. In such a case, temporarily set [Log Shooting] to [Off], perform the custom setup, and then reset [Log Shooting] to the desired setting. Related Topic Picture Profile (still image/movie) Log shooting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 204 Selects registered LUTs. LUTs can be edited and registered by selecting User1–User16, and pressing the right side of the control wheel to open the setting detail screen. Related Topic Log Shooting Setting Manage User LUTs Display LUT 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 205 Registering a LUT Save the LUT file you want to register on a memory card. Save the file to the following path. For SD cards: /Private/Sony/PRO/LUT For CFexpress cards: /Sony/PRO/LUT File format: CUBE file (.cube) for a 17-point or 33-point File name: 63 alphanumeric characters (single-byte code) or less including “.cube”...
Page 207 (Exposure/Color) → [Exposure] → [Base ISO] → desired setting. Menu item details ISO 800: Sets the base ISO sensitivity to ISO 800. ISO 12800: Sets the base ISO sensitivity to ISO 12800. Related Topic Log Shooting Setting Exposure Index 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 208: Exposure Index
( Exposure/Color) → [Exposure] → [Exposure Index] → desired setting. Menu item details When the Base ISO is ISO 800: 200EI–3200EI When the Base ISO is ISO 12800: 3200EI–51200EI Related Topic Base ISO Display LUT 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 209 Does not display images with the LUT reflected during movie shooting and playback. Hint If you assign [Display LUT Switch] to [ Custom Key/Dial Set.], you can switch [ Display LUT] on and off simply by pressing a button. Related Topic Select LUT Manage User LUTs 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 210 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Creative Look (still image/movie) “Look” is a term referring to the looks and impressions of images generated by various factors, such as color, sharpness, brightness, etc. With [ Creative Look], you can choose the finish of an image by selecting a preferred look from among preinstalled looks.
Page 211 The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer. The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views.
Page 212 Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. [Log Shooting] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [BW] or [SE], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. In the movie mode, [Sharpness Range] cannot be adjusted. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 213 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Picture Profile (still image/movie) 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 Although [ Picture Profile] can be used for both still images and movies, the function is designed mainly for movies.
Page 214 To register user LUTs (PPLUT1–PPLUT4) You can apply the LUT of your choice to the recorded images by assigning user LUTs registered using [Manage User LUTs] to PPLUT1–PPLUT4. Setting procedure: Select PPLUT1–PPLUT4 on the selection screen for [ Picture Profile], and then press the right side of the control wheel.
Page 215 S-Cinetone: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [S-Cinetone]. 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 216 Sets the color phase. (-7 to +7) Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side.
Page 217 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. 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 218: Drive Mode
Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. DRO Bracket: Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer(Single) Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 219: Cont. Shooting
(Uncompressed RAW)* When [JPEG Quality]/[HEIF Quality] is set to [Fine]. Numbers of recordable images are estimates based on shooting under the following conditions: Using a Sony CEA-G160T CFexpress Type A memory card (sold separately) Number of memory cards inserted: 1 Hint...
Page 220 The speed of continuous shooting decreases when shooting in uncompressed RAW. The speed of continuous shooting decreases when you shoot with a flash. Related Topic Remain Shoot Display (still image) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) AEL w/ Shutter 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 221 Set [Audio signals] to [Off] to turn off the beeping sound during the self-timer countdown. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Shooting) → [Drive Mode] → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Bracket]. Related Topic Audio signals 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 222: Self-Timer(Cont)
Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 5 Img. Hint Press the shutter button again to stop the count of the self-timer. Select MENU → (Shooting) → [Drive Mode] → [Drive Mode] → [Single Shooting] to cancel the self-timer. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 223: 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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 224: Single Bracket
[ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. 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] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 225: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 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." Hint The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 227: Dro Bracket
Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Hint The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 228: 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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 229 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 time-lapse movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge Desktop (Viewer).
Page 230 [Shutter Type in Interval] is set to [Electronic Shutter] as a default, regardless of the setting for [Shutter Type]. Interval shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] Related Topic Cont. Play for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 231 When recording in the HEIF format with [HLG Still Image] set to [Off], the color space is recorded in sRGB. When [HLG Still Image] is set to [On], it is recorded in the BT.2100 color space (BT.2020 color gamut). Related Topic Image Quality Settings: File Format (still image) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 232 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Image Quality Settings: File Format (still image) Sets the file format for still images. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [Image Quality Settings] → [ File Format] → desired setting.
Page 233 Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (still image) Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 234 Recording], each slot has the same setting for [RAW File Type]. Related Topic Image Quality Settings: File Format (still image) Image Quality Settings: JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (still image) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 235 When [ Recording Media] is set to [Sort Recording], you can select the image quality for each slot. Related Topic Image Quality Settings: File Format (still image) Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (still image) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 236 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Image Quality Settings: JPEG Image Size/HEIF 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.
Page 237 The L size cannot be selected when shooting in the APS-C size. If you shoot in the APS-C size while the L size is selected, the image size will switch to the M size temporarily. Related Topic Image Quality Settings: File Format (still image) Aspect Ratio 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 238: Aspect Ratio
(Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The aspect ratio is 1:1. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 239 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later HLG Still Image By using gamma characteristics equivalent to HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma: standard for HDR images), you can shoot still images with a wide dynamic range and a wide color gamut compatible with BT.2020.
Page 241: Color Space
Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. Related Topic JPEG/HEIF Switch HLG Still Image 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 242: File Format (Movie)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details File Characteristics Format Records 4K movies in the XAVC HS format.
Page 243 If an APS-C size dedicated lens is attached, the edges of the screen may appear dark. When recording 4K movies with this camera, we recommend using a lens compatible with the 35 mm full-frame format. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 244 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Movie Settings (movie) Sets the frame rate, bit rate, color information, etc. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ Movie Settings] → [Rec Frame Rate] → desired setting. MENU →...
Page 245 Rec Frame Rate Record Setting Size Movie compression format 23.98p* 50M 4:2:2 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 23.98p* 50M 4:2:0 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 23.98p* 30M 4:2:0 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 119.88p/100p 280M 4:2:2 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 119.88p/100p 200M 4:2:0 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC.
Page 246 59.94p/50p 222M 4:2:2 10bit/185M 4:2:2 10bit 1920×1080 Intra 29.97p/25p 111M 4:2:2 10bit/93M 4:2:2 10bit 1920×1080 Intra 23.98p* 89M 4:2:2 10bit 1920×1080 Intra Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. Related Topic File Format (movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 247 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 248 Frame Rate Rec Frame Rate: 24.00p 12fps 2 times quick 6fps 4 times quick 3fps 8 times quick 2fps 12 times quick 1fps 24 times quick Playback speed when [ Rec Frame Rate] is set to a rate other than 24.00p The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned [ Rec Frame Rate] and [ Frame Rate].
Page 249 ISO sensitivity to a higher value. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [Time Code Run] [Time Code Output] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times Memory cards that can be used 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 250: Proxy Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Proxy Settings You can simultaneously record a low-bit-rate proxy movie when recording a movie or slow-motion recording/quick-motion recording. Since proxy movies are small in file size, they are suitable for transferring to smartphones or uploading to websites.
Page 251 Deleting/protecting movies that have proxy movies removes/protects both the original and proxy movies. You cannot delete/protect only original movies or proxy movies. Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 252 Shooting] is set to [On], the angle of view is the same as when shooting with an APS-C-size image sensor. When recording 4K movies, [ Shooting] becomes disabled and locked to [Off]. Related Topic Angle of view 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 253: Angle Of View
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Angle of view The angle of view switches to the equivalent of full frame or APS-C/Super 35mm, depending on the setting for [ Shooting] and the attached lens. The angle of view is also different for still image shooting and movie shooting.
Page 255: Touch Operation
Activates touch operations only during playback. Off: Deactivates touch operations. Related Topic Touch Func. in Shooting Touch Sensitivity Touch operations on the monitor Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 256: Touch Sensitivity
If you are not wearing gloves, set [Touch Sensitivity] to [Standard]. Note Even if the touch sensitivity is set to [Sensitive], the touch panel/pad may not react properly depending on the gloves used. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 You cannot open the function menu by swiping up when [Touch Operation] is set to [On: Playback Only] or [Off], even if [Open the Fn Menu] is selected. Related Topic Using the function menu Touch Operation 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 258 You can change the setting for [Touch Func. in Shooting] by touching (touch function icon) on the shooting screen. Related Topic Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Touch Operation 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 259 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. Select MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Touch Operation] → [On] beforehand.
Page 260 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When shooting still images in the manual focusing mode When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Func. in Shooting Touch Operation Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 261 If the focus mode is switched to [Manual Focus] while [Touch Func. in Shooting] is set to [Touch Tracking], the setting value for [Touch Func. in Shooting] will be changed to [Touch Focus]. Related Topic Touch Func. in Shooting Touch Operation 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 262 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) You can configure settings related to the silent mode, which allows you to shoot without shutter sounds or electronic sounds. You can also set whether or not to change the settings for other functions that emit sounds from the camera when the camera is set to the silent mode.
Page 264: Shutter Type
[Shutter Type] cannot be selected when the shooting mode is a mode other than P/A/S/M. When [Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shutter], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shut. BULB shooting Anti-flicker Shoot. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 265 [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 Shut.] to [Off]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 266 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 267: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 268 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Anti-flicker Shoot. Detects flickering/blinking from artificial light sources such as fluorescent lighting and times the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact. This function reduces differences in the exposure and color tone caused by flickering between the upper area and the lower area of an image shot with fast shutter speed and during continuous shooting.
Page 269 The color tone of the shot results may differ depending on the setting of [Anti-flicker Shoot.]. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 270: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 271 When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom or Digital Zoom function, the following functions are not available: Face/Eye Prior. in AF Face Priority in Multi Metering Tracking function Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom Zoom Range (still image/movie) About zoom scale 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 272 Even when you use [Clear Image Zoom] or [Digital Zoom] with a power zoom lens attached, the optical zoom is used up to the telephoto end of the lens. Related Topic Zoom Range (still image/movie) The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 273 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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 274 The zoom speed does not change when you operate the zoom ring of the lens or the zoom lever of the power zoom lens. If you increase the zoom speed, the sound of zoom operations may be recorded. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 275 The zoom speed does not change when you operate the zoom ring of the lens or the zoom lever of the power zoom lens. If you increase the zoom speed, the sound of zoom operations may be recorded. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 276 ], and a slow speed is set for [ Fixed Speed ], the angle of view can be changed quickly during shooting standby and slowly during movie recording. Note If you increase the zoom speed, the sound of zoom operations may be recorded. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 277: About Zoom Scale
Approx. 5.2× S: 3.0M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Range (still image/movie) Image Quality Settings: JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 278: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 279: Using Flash (Sold Separately)
When shooting with an external flash, light and dark stripes may appear on the image if the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/4000 seconds. If this occurs, Sony recommends shooting in the manual flash mode and setting the flash level to 1/2 or higher.
Page 281: 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) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 282: 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) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 283: Exp.comp.set
(Exposure/Color) → [Flash] → [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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 284: Wireless Flash
The off-camera flash may emit light after receiving a light signal from a flash used as the controller of another camera. If this occurs, change the channel of your flash. For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. Related Topic External Flash Set. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 285: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 286 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 287 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, (AE Lock/FEL Lock) icon lights up. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 288 You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
Page 289 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 290: Steadyshot (Still Image)
(SteadyShot) icon may blink. We recommend that you set a faster shutter speed by decreasing the aperture value or adjusting the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. Related Topic SteadyShot (movie) SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 291: Steadyshot (Movie)
For normal movies: when [Rec Frame Rate] is set to [119.88p]/[100p] or higher For slow-motion/quick-motion shooting: when [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] or higher Related Topic SteadyShot (still image) SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 292 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 focal length (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 293 Focal Length] → desired setting. Menu item details 8mm - 1000mm: The SteadyShot function uses the focal length that you set. Check the focal-length index on the lens and set the focal-length. Related Topic SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 294 When [Breathing Comp.] is set to [On], the angle of view and the image quality change slightly. Depending on the lens, changes in the angle of view may not be fully compensated for even when [Breathing Comp.] is set to [On]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 295: Long Exposure Nr
Noise reduction may not be activated even if [Long Exposure NR] is set to [On] in the following situations: [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. [Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 296: High Iso Nr
[Intelligent Auto] 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]/[RAW & HEIF]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 297 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) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 298 Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 299 Custom Key/Dial Set.] or [ Custom Key/Dial Set.], you can show or hide the grid lines by pressing the assigned key. Related Topic Grid Line Type (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 300 Custom Key/Dial Set.], you can switch the type of grid line each time you press the assigned key. Related Topic Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 301 When [Setting Effect OFF] is selected, the (VIEW) icon is displayed on the Live View screen. Note [Exposure Effect] is effective only when using a flash manufactured by Sony. [Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] If you shoot movies in the still image shooting mode, the shooting settings will be reflected in Live View even when [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF].
Page 303: 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 and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Shot. Result Preview 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 304: 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 and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Aperture Preview 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 305: 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 Set. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 306 Does not display a frame to indicate that recording is in progress. Hint The frame displayed by this function can also be output to an external monitor connected via HDMI. Set [HDMI Info. Display] to [On]. Related Topic HDMI Info. Display 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 307: Marker Display
The markers are displayed when the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion], or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor. (You cannot output the markers.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 308 [Gamma Display Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. [Gamma Display Assist] is locked to [Off] in the following situations: When [Log Shooting] is set to other than [Off] Related Topic Picture Profile (still image/movie) Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. HLG Still Image 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Selects the conversion type for [Gamma Display Assist]. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Option] → [Gamma Disp. Assist Typ.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Displays images with effects as follows according to the gamma or color mode set in [ Picture Profile].
Page 310 Gamma Display Assist Picture Profile (still image/movie) HDMI Output Settings (movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 311 When [Log Shooting] under [Log Shooting Setting] is set to [Off] Outputting HDMI images when [Rec. Media dur HDMI Output] is set to [Off(HDMI Only)] Still images that were extracted using [Photo Capture] from movies shot with an anamorphic lens will not be de-squeezed. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 312: Audio Recording
This function cannot be used during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. MENU → (Shooting) → [Audio Recording] → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound. Off: Does not record sound. Related Topic Audio Rec Level 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 313: Audio Rec Level
To reset the audio recording level to the default setting, press the (Delete) button. Note Regardless of the [Audio Rec Level] settings, the limiter always operates. [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 314: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 315: Wind Noise Reduct
The sound quality may vary from the normal recording settings when [Wind Noise Reduct.] is set to [On]. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. Related Topic Audio Out Timing 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 316 Audio cannot be recorded correctly in the following situations during movie recording: When you attach or remove the microphone When digital transmission is switched to analog transmission or vice versa on the microphone side Related Topic 4ch Audio Monitoring (movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 317: Connecting An External Audio Device
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Recording audio using the XLR adaptor of the supplied handle The handle (supplied) is equipped with an XLR adaptor. By attaching the handle, you can connect multiple external audio devices to record sound.
Page 318 Minimizing noise with the low-cut function Minimize unwanted noises, such as wind noise, air-conditioning noise, and vibration noise, by attenuating low-frequency components of the audio input from the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack. Change the LOW CUT (INPUT1) or LOW CUT (INPUT2) switch setting. Select either “300Hz”...
Page 319 When using a stereo microphone with two XLR (3-pin, female-type) plugs, connect the left-channel plug to the INPUT1 jack and the right-channel plug to the INPUT2 jack, and then set the INPUT SELECT switch to “IN1·IN2.” In addition, setting the AUTO/MAN/LINK (INPUT2) switch to “LINK” comes in handy during stereo recording, as you can simultaneously adjust the recording volume levels of the audio input from both the INPUT1 and INPUT2 jacks.
Page 320 When the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) or INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch is set to “LINE,” the standard input level is locked to +4 dBu. The standard input level will not change according to the ATT switch setting. Related Topic XLR handle unit Attaching the supplied XLR handle unit 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 321 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later TC/UB The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Shooting) → [TC/UB] → Select a menu item and set the desired parameter.
Page 322 MENU → (Shooting) → [TC/UB] → [User Bit Preset]. Press the (Delete) button to reset the user bit (00 00 00 00). How to select the recording method for the time code (Time Code Format MENU → (Shooting) → [TC/UB] → [Time Code Format]. Records the time code in Drop Frame format.
Page 323 TC/UB Disp. Setting Matching the time code with other devices 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 324 MENU → (Setup) → [Display Option] → [TC/UB Disp. Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Counter: Displays the time counter of movie recording. Displays the time code. U-Bit: Displays the user bit. Related Topic TC/UB 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 325 Refer to the following support site for inventory confirmation and purchase. When purchasing, please let us know the product name and product number. Sony service facility for professional products https://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/...
Page 326 When you match the time code of the camera with that of another device, movies may be off by one frame. If you use the camera for a long time, the deviation from the reference time code may increase. Related Topic TC/UB 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 327: Contents Of This Chapter
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Contents of this chapter The following table of contents lists the features described in this chapter (“Customizing the camera”). From each item name, you can jump to the page describing the respective functions.
Page 329 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Customization features of the camera The camera has various customization features such as registration of functions and shooting settings to custom keys. You can combine your preferred settings to customize the camera for easier operation.
Page 330 Some settings cannot be saved on a memory card. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Using the function menu Add Item Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Camera Set. Memory Save/Load Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 331 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable buttons and dials.
Page 332 You can also assign shooting functions to the focus hold button on the lens. However, some lenses do not have a focus hold button. Related Topic Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Fn Menu Settings Using the function menu 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 333 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the front dial, rear dial, and control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial”...
Page 334: Control Wheel
Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Lock Operation Parts] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 335: Items That Can Be Registered
When registering the settings on a memory card, only a memory card that has been selected using [ Memory/Recall Media] can be used. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall Camera Setting Memory/Recall Media 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 336 Recall Camera Setting] 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 Camera Set. Memory Memory/Recall Media 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 337: Menu Item Details
MENU → (Shooting) → [Shooting Mode] → [ Memory/Recall Media] → desired slot. Menu item details Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. Related Topic Camera Set. Memory Recall Camera Setting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 338: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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.
Page 339 Depending on the attached lens and the status of the camera when the registered setting recall is executed, the registered settings may not take effect. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 340 (Drive Mode) in the Function menu. Hint When [Touch Operation] is set to [On], you can also open [Fn Menu Settings] by holding down the icon in the function menu. Related Topic Using the function menu 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 You can add up to 42 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using the menu 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 342 (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 343: Delete Item
(My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 344: Delete Page
Select a page that you want to delete using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Delete All Add Item 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 345: Delete All
Ver.2 or later Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Delete Page Add Item 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 346 (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item Using the menu 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 347 When you switch from separate settings to a common setting with [Different Set for Still/Mv], the setting values of items return to their initial values. As an exception, the setting values for still image shooting are applied to the aperture value, shutter speed, and custom white balance settings. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 348 Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 349 The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C S35 (Super 35mm) Shooting (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 350: Lock Operation Parts
(Function) button simultaneously for 5 seconds. Press and hold the MENU button and the Fn button simultaneously for 5 seconds again to release the lock. Note If you set [AF Area Registration] to [On], [Lock Operation Parts] will be fixed to [Off]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 351 REC 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 [ REC w/ Shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 352: Horizontal Flip
[Horizontal Flip] → [180 Degree Flip] → [No Flip] → [Horizontal Flip]. When [Monitor Flip Direction] is set to [Auto], the display method is temporarily switched while the setting value remains [Auto]. Note Even if [Monitor Flip Direction] is set to [Horizontal Flip], the direction of the monitor display during playback will not be inverted. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 353 If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level. Related Topic Using the DISP (Display Setting) button 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 354: Viewing Images
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Contents of this chapter The following table of contents lists the features described in this chapter (“Viewing”). From each item name, you can jump to the page describing the respective functions.
Page 355: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 356: Selecting Which Memory Card To Play Back (Select Playback Media)
Selects the slot 2. Note When you select [Date View] in [View Mode], the camera only plays back images from a memory card selected using [Select Playback Media]. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 357: Playing Back Still Images
Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Recover Image DB (still image/movie) Display as Group Focus Frame Display (playback) Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 358: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)
You can also enlarge the image by touching the monitor. Drag the monitor to move the enlarged position. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Touch Operation Touch operations on the monitor 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 359 Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after the enlarged display screen is closed. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 360 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 361: 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. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 362: Playing Back Movies
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Playing back movies Plays back the recorded movies. Select the slot of the memory card to be played back from MENU → (Playback) → [Playback Target] → [Select Playback Media].
Page 363 Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Recover Image DB (still image/movie) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 364: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 365 The camera cannot output audio in 4 channels to the device connected to the (headphone) terminal of the camera. When outputting audio through the speakers of the camera, the channels will also change depending on the [ 4ch Audio Monitoring] setting. Related Topic Shoe Audio Set. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 366: 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)]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 367 (Playback) → [Viewing] → [Play Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. Play Speed for Interval Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 368 (Playback) → [Viewing] → [Play Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the front/rear dial or the control wheel during [Cont. Play for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. Play for Interval 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 369: 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) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 370: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)
MENU → (Playback) → [Playback Target] → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Movie View: Displays only movies by date. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 371 On the image index screen, (Display as Group) icon is displayed over the group. Note If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 372 Even if you turn off the focusing frame display while shooting using the [AF Area Auto Clear] or [AF-C Area Display] function, when [ Focus Frame Display] is set to [On], the focusing frame will be displayed during playback. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 373 When [Disp Specified Time Img.] is performed while playing back images in a group, the image shot on the closest date and time in the group is played back. For movies, the date and time when the recording was started are treated as the shooting date and time. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 374: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Sets the method of jumping between playback images for the front dial and rear dial, respectively. MENU → (Playback) → [Playback Option] → [Image Jump Setting] → Select the dial for which you would like to change the setting, and then select the desired setting.
Page 375 When [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images] is selected, one group is counted as one image. Related Topic Rating Protecting recorded images (Protect) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 376 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 377 By specifying ratings with the [Image Jump Setting] function, you can quickly find the desired image. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 378 (check) mark to the number of (rating) 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 and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 379: Rotating An Image (Rotate)
Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor of the camera. 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 380: Photo Capture
The scene is saved as a still image. Hint With [ JPEG/HEIF Switch], you can select either JPEG or HEIF as the recording file format for still images. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies JPEG/HEIF Switch (Photo Capture) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 381 HEIF image files recorded with this camera cannot be displayed on other cameras that do not support the HEIF file format. Be careful not to accidentally erase HEIF image files by formatting the memory card or deleting the files. Related Topic Photo Capture 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 382: Copying Images From One Memory Card To Another (Copy)
To copy a movie, the destination memory card must support the recording format of the movie. If the movie cannot be copied, a message will be displayed on the monitor of the camera. Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 383: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)
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 Display as Group Using the Delete button Format 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 384 Enables you to delete the image currently being played back by pressing the (Delete) button twice. Off: Does not enable you to delete the image currently being played back by pressing the (Delete) button twice. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 385: Delete Confirm
You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → [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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 386: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable
Do not connect this product and another device using the output terminals of both. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable.
Page 387 This is not a malfunction. If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control, select MENU → (Setup) → [External Output] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 388 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%. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 389 Set the file format and image size of still images for each slot. Related Topic Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (movie) Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Auto Switch Media Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 390 Simultaneously records movies on the memory cards in Slot 1 and Slot 2. Related Topic Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (still image) Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Auto Switch Media Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 391 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Auto Switch Media If a memory card in use becomes full or you have forgotten to insert a memory card into a slot, you can record images to the other memory card.
Page 392 Example: [ Recording Media] and [ Recording Media] are both set to [Simult. Recording] : Simultaneous recording is available. : The same image cannot be recorded simultaneously. (A): Recording is no longer possible on the memory card (due to lack of capacity, etc.). (B): A recordable memory card is inserted.
Page 393 Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Recordable movie times Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (still image) Rec. Media Settings (still image/movie): Recording Media (movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 394 (Shooting) → [Media] → [ Recover Image DB] → desired memory card slot → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 395 Display Media Info. (still image/movie) Displays the recordable number of still images and the remaining recording time for movies on the memory card. MENU → (Shooting) → [Media] → [ Display Media Info.] → desired memory card slot. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 396 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be used for [Set File Name]. Underscores cannot be used for the first character. The three characters specified using [Set File Name] are only applied to files recorded after the setting is made. Related Topic Create New Folder File Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 397: Select Rec Folder
If the camera is set to record images to memory cards in both slots, you may only select a common folder on both memory cards. If there is no common folder, you can make one using [Create New Folder]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings Create New Folder 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 398: Create New Folder
If the camera is set to record images to memory cards in both slots and an image is shot, a new folder may be automatically created. You cannot change the folder name when [Folder Name] under [File/Folder Settings] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 399: File Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later File Settings Configure settings for the file names of recorded movies. MENU → (Shooting) → [File] → [File Settings] → desired setting item. Menu item details File Number: You can set how to assign file numbers to movies.
Page 400 If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” When you set [File Name Format] to [Cam ID + Reel#], use a CFexpress Type A memory card or SDXC memory card. Related Topic File/Folder Settings Display File Name (movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 401 (Setup) → [Display Option] → [ Display File Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the file name on the movie recording screen. Off: Does not display the file name on the movie recording screen. Related Topic File Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 402 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 403: 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 404 MENU → (Shooting) → [File] → [ Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the image. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 405 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth compatible remote commander (sold separately) or shooting grip (sold separately). On the camera, select MENU → (Network) → [Bluetooth] → [Bluetooth Function] → [On].
Page 406 If the function does not work properly even after you have performed the above operations, delete the pairing information for the device that you want to connect using [Manage Paired Device] on the camera. Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 407 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Access Point Set. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 408: Access Point Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 409 Once an access point is registered, [Priority Connection] for that access point is set to [On]. If you want to stop preferentially connecting to a certain access point, set [Priority Connection] for the access point to [Off]. Related Topic WPS Push Using the keyboard 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 410 (Network) → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz Note If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 411 [FTP Function] under [FTP Transfer Func.] is set to [On], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. [PC Remote] is set to [On] and [PC Remote Cnct Method] is set to [Wi-Fi Access Point] under [PC Remote Function], and a Wi- Fi connection has been established. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 412: Ssid/Pw Reset
If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings of the computer. Related Topic Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 413: Bluetooth Settings
After you delete the pairing information for the camera from your smartphone, delete pairing information for the smartphone from the camera using [Manage Paired Device]. Related Topic Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 414 IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Hint We recommend that you use a gigabit ethernet adaptor for USB Type-C connections. Note Not all types of USB-LAN conversion adaptors are guaranteed to operate properly. Related Topic Using the keyboard 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 415: Airplane Mode
When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 416: Edit Device Name
(Network) → [Network Option] → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK]. Related Topic WPS Push Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Using the keyboard 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 417 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp_2210/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Import Root Certificate]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 418: Generate Password
For [User], set a string of alphanumeric characters/symbols of 16 characters or less. For [Password], set a string of alphanumeric characters/symbols of 8 to 16 characters including both letters and numerals. Related Topic Access Authen. Info Using the keyboard 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 419 When displaying [Access Authen. Info] on the screen, make sure that no one is around to avoid the information on the screen being seen by others and to prevent unauthorized use of usernames, passwords, and fingerprints. Initialize the camera before lending or giving it to others. Related Topic Access Authen. Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 420 For details on the IPsec configuration, consult the administrator of the network for your device. The [Security(IPsec)] function cannot be used when [Access Authen.] under [Access Authen. Settings] is set to [On]. Related Topic Using the keyboard 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 421: Reset Network Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 422 For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp_2210/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Transfer/Remote] → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 423: 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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 424: Power Save Start Time
While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer 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] 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 425 CFexpress Type A memory card; when the monitor is open) 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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 426 Does not operate the cooling fan while recording movies, unless the internal temperature of the camera exceeds a certain temperature. The fan rotates at the maximum speed when not recording. Always Off: Does not operate the cooling fan. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 427: 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]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 428: Usb Connection Mode
Uses Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote) to control the product from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Related Topic Importing images to the computer Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 429: Usb Lun Setting
Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB] → [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. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 430: Usb Power Supply
Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted Unavailable Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. This product cannot be powered via the Multi/Micro USB terminal. Use the USB Type-C terminal. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 431: Hdmi Resolution
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select [1080i], [1080p], or [2160p] based on the connected TV. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 432 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later HDMI Output Settings (movie) Sets the video and audio to be output to an external recorder/player connected via HDMI when shooting a movie. Use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable (sold separately) to output 4K movies or RAW movies.
Page 433 The gamma is locked to S-Log3 during RAW output. You can reproduce contrast equivalent to that of the normal gamma by setting [Gamma Display Assist] to [On] and [Gamma Disp. Assist Typ.] to [Auto] or [S-Log3→709(800%)]. While outputting RAW movies, you cannot use [Active] for [ SteadyShot]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 434: Hdmi Info. Display
The recorded image and shooting information are displayed on the TV, while nothing is displayed on the camera’s monitor. Off: Does not display the shooting information on the TV. Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 435: Ctrl For Hdmi
If you connect this product to a TV using an HDMI cable, available menu items are limited. If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control, set [CTRL FOR HDMI] to [Off]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 436 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [ Language] → desired language. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 437 If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. Related Topic Performing initial setup for the camera 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 438: Ntsc/Pal Selector
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 439: Audio Signals
Hint When [Silent Mode] is set to [On], [Audio signals] becomes locked to [Off]. Note If [ Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 440 Change the recording lamp settings when there is an object that reflects light, such as glass, in the direction of shooting. The REC (recording) button on the top lights up along with the recording lamp on the rear side. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 441: Video Light Mode
The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 442 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]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 443 If [Auto Pixel Mapping] is set to [Off], perform [Pixel Mapping] regularly. We recommend that you perform the operation once every three days. Note If [Pixel Mapping] is not performed regularly, bright spots may appear in recorded images. Related Topic Pixel Mapping Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 444: Pixel Mapping
If you see bright spots in a recorded image on the camera monitor, immediately perform [Pixel Mapping]. Note Pixel mapping cannot be performed when the battery is low. If [Pixel Mapping] is not performed regularly, bright spots may appear in recorded images. Related Topic Auto Pixel Mapping 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 445 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the remaining battery level is 51% or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 446: Save/Load Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Save/Load Settings You can save/load camera settings to/from a memory card. You can also load settings from another camera of the same model. MENU → (Setup) → [Reset/Save Settings] → [Save/Load Settings] → desired item.
Page 447 Camera Set. Memory]. However, [Save/Load Settings] is unavailable when the shooting mode is set to [ Recall Camera Setting]. Set the shooting mode to a mode other than MR ( Recall Camera Setting) before using this function. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 448: Setting Reset
Picture Profile] are not reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed, except the settings for PPLUT 1 - 4. The check mark for [Picture Profile] in [Different Set for Still/Mv] is not reset when you perform either [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize]. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 449 Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice. Supported smartphones Refer to the support page for the latest information. https://www.sony.net/ca/help/mobile/ For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 450 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Connects the camera to your smartphone (pairing) to use the smartphone application Creators’ App. This function can be used when the camera’s system software (firmware) is Ver.3.00 or later.
Page 451 Related Topic Functions available with a smartphone (Creators’ App) Using a smartphone as a remote commander Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Reading location information from a smartphone 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 452 Connect the camera and smartphone by referring to "Related Topic" at the bottom of this page. For details on functions that can be operated from a smartphone, refer to the following support page https://www.sony.net/ca/help/opr/ Related Topic Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Remote Shoot Setting (smartphone) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 453 RAW+J Save Image] and [ RAW+H Save Image] can be set only when [ File Format] under [Image Quality Settings] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [RAW & HEIF]. Related Topic Using a smartphone as a remote commander 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 454 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) You can transfer images to a smartphone by selecting images on the camera. Refer to “Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) ”...
Page 455 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Functions available with a smartphone (Creators’ App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Airplane Mode 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 456 Reset Transfer Status]. If you press [OK] on the confirmation screen, all images that have been transferred to your smartphone will become untransferred images. Related Topic Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 457 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Sets whether or not to accept Bluetooth connections from a smartphone while the camera is turned off. When [ Cnct. while Power OFF] is set to [On], you can browse images on the camera's memory card and transfer images from the camera to a smartphone by operating the smartphone.
Page 458 Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Bluetooth Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 459 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Reading location information from a smartphone You can use the application Creators’ App 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 460 The communication distance for the Bluetooth connection or Wi-Fi may vary depending on the conditions of use. Related Topic Functions available with a smartphone (Creators’ App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Bluetooth Settings 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 461: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 462: Connecting The Camera 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 Sides USB Connection Mode USB LUN Setting 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 463: 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 USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 464 For the conditions of use of the image stabilization function, refer to the support page. Installing Catalyst Browse/Catalyst Prepare on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/ 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 465: Importing Images To The Computer
Do not edit or otherwise process movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 466 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Uses a Wi-Fi or USB connection, etc. to control the camera from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer.
Page 467 [RAW+J PC Save Img] and [RAW+H PC Save Image] can be set only when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [RAW & HEIF]. Related Topic Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 468 Movies recorded with 24-bit audio may not be played back normally on devices or software incompatible with 24-bit audio, resulting in unexpectedly loud volumes or no sound. Related Topic Shoe Audio Set. HDMI Output Settings (movie) 4ch Audio Monitoring (movie) Audio Out Timing Audio Recording 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 469: Mount Adaptor
(Shooting) → [Audio Recording] → [Audio Recording] → [Off]. It may take a long time or may be difficult for the product to focus, depending on the lens used or the subject. Related Topic LA-EA3/LA-EA5 Mount Adaptor LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 470 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]. Related Topic Mount Adaptor LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 471: La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor
If you use the LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full size shooting: Available with full frame shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus: Not available. Only the manual focusing mode is supported. SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Mount Adaptor LA-EA3/LA-EA5 Mount Adaptor 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 472 While the plug-in plate of the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit is inserted in the camera, do not slide the battery lock lever of the camera. The plug-in plate will be ejected from the camera if you do so. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 473: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images
Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony CFexpress Type A memory card (sold separately) Using a FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (sold separately) The numbers of recordable still images are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 474: Number Of Recordable Images
The numbers shown reflect the following conditions: Using a Sony memory card [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2], and [JPEG Image Size]/[HEIF Image Size] is set to [L: 12M]. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 475 HEIF image quality when [RAW & HEIF] is selected: [Fine] Note Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9 999 images, “9999” will appear. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 476: Recordable Movie Times
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 477: Notes On Continuous Movie Recording
The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. The duration of time available for movie recording varies depending on the file format/recording settings for movies, memory card, ambient temperature, Wi-Fi network environment, condition of the camera before you start recording, and condition of the charging of the battery.
Page 478 Turn the camera off when it is not being used. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Battery life and number of recordable images 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 479 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later List of icons on the screen for shooting movies 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 480 USB power supply Exposure and other settings 1/250 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 F3.5 Aperture value Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO 400 ISO sensitivity 800EI / 6.0E / L Exposure Index/Base ISO 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) AE lock/AWB lock Shooting Other settings (displayed during recording standby)
Page 481 Digital level gauge Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Cooling fan malfunction warning Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 482 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later List of icons on the screen for shooting still images 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 483 SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning SteadyShot focal length / Camera shake warning Optical zoom only /Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom PC remote Bright Monitoring Silent mode Remote control FTP function / FTP transfer status Connected to Wi-Fi/Disconnected from Wi-Fi Connected to LAN/Disconnected from LAN (When using a USB-LAN conversion adaptor) NFC active Writing copyright information [On] Writing IPTC information [On]...
Page 484 Drive Mode Flash Mode / Wireless Flash / Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp. Focus Mode Focus Area Metering Mode 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) D-Range Optimizer Creative Look Face/Eye Prior. in AF/ Face/Eye Subject –...
Page 485 Histogram Digital level gauge Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the playback screen 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 486 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later List of icons on the playback screen 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 487: Camera Settings
Shot Mark included FTP transfer status Smartphone transfer status (when using [ Select on Cam & Send]) Camera settings FTP function / FTP transfer status Connected to Wi-Fi/Disconnected from Wi-Fi Connected to LAN/Disconnected from LAN (When using a USB-LAN conversion adaptor) Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Airplane Mode Overheating warning...
Page 488 Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number C0003 Movie file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the screen for shooting movies 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 489: List Of Default Setting Values
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later List of default setting values The default setting values for each menu item at the time of purchase are shown in the following table. The content of the menu displayed on the screen differs depending on the shooting mode. For details, refer to “Finding...
Page 490 Resettable using MENU items Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Movie Settings (Rec Frame Rate) (when [ File Format] 59.94p/50p is set to [XAVC S-I HD]) Movie Settings (Rec Frame Rate) (when [ File Format] 24.00p is set to [XAVC S-I DCI 4K]) Movie Settings (Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC HS 4K], and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to...
Page 491 Resettable using MENU items Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Movie Settings (Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is 222M 4:2:2 10bit/185M set to [XAVC S-I HD], and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 4:2:2 10bit [59.94p]/[50p]) Movie Settings (Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is 111M 4:2:2 10bit/93M set to [XAVC S-I HD], and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to...
Page 492 Resettable using MENU items Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] S&Q Settings ( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC HS 4K], and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 50M 4:2:0 10bit [23.98p]) S&Q Settings ( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC HS 4K], and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 200M 4:2:0 10bit...
Page 493 Resettable using MENU items Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] S&Q Settings ( Record Setting) (when [ File 111M 4:2:2 10bit/93M Format] is set to [XAVC S-I HD], and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 4:2:2 10bit [29.97p]/[25p]) S&Q Settings ( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S-I HD], and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to...
Page 494 Resettable using MENU items Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Format ― Rec. Media Settings ( Recording Media) Slot 1 Rec. Media Settings ( Recording Media) Slot 1 Rec. Media Settings (Auto Switch Media) Recover Image DB* * This item is not reset even if you select [Camera Settings ―...
Page 495 Resettable using MENU items Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Memory/Recall Media Slot 1 Reg. Custom Shoot Set ― Drive Mode Single Shooting Bracket Settings (Selftimer during Bracket) Bracket Settings (Bracket order) 0→-→+ Interval Shoot Func. (Interval Shooting) Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Start Time) 1 Sec Interval Shoot Func.
Page 496 Resettable using MENU items Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Time Code Make Preset User Bit Time Rec SteadyShot SteadyShot Standard SteadyShot Adjust. Auto Focal Length (when [ SteadyShot Adjust.] is set to [Manual]) Zoom Range Optical zoom only Zoom Lever Speed] ( 1st Zoom Spd.
Page 497 Resettable using [Camera Settings MENU items Default setting value Reset] Auto Slow Shutter ISO 100 ISO Range Limit ― ISO AUTO Min. SS Standard Base ISO ISO 800 Exposure Index (when [Base ISO] is set to [ISO 800EI / 6.0E 800]) Exposure Index (when [Base ISO] is set to [ISO 12800EI / 6.0E...
Page 498 Resettable using [Camera Settings MENU items Default setting value Reset] Priority Set in AWB Standard Shutter AWB Lock Shockless WB 1 (Fast) D-Range Optimizer: D-Range Optimizer Auto Creative Look Picture Profile PP11 Select LUT s709 Manage User LUTs ― Zebra Display Zebra Level (Focus) MENU items...
Page 499 MENU items Default setting value Resettable using [Camera Settings Reset] AF-C Area Display Phase Detect. Area Circ. of Focus Point Does Not Circulate AF Frame Move Amt Standard Face/Eye Prior. in AF Face/Eye Subject Human Right/Left Eye Select Auto Face/Eye Frame Disp. Face Memory ―...
Page 500 MENU items Default setting value Delete ― Delete pressing twice Delete confirm. "Cancel" first Rotate ― Copy ― Photo Capture ― JPEG/HEIF Switch JPEG Cont. Play for Interval — Play Speed for Interval Slide Show (Repeat) Slide Show (Interval) 3 Sec Image Index 9 Images Display as Group...
Page 501 MENU items Default setting value Remote Shoot Setting ( RAW+J Save Image) JPEG Only Remote Shoot Setting ( RAW+H Save Image) HEIF Only FTP Transfer Func. (FTP Function) FTP Transfer Func. (FTP Connect Method) Wi-Fi FTP Transfer Func. (USB-LAN/Tethering Connect) ―...
Page 502 MENU items Default setting value Access Point Set. ― Wi-Fi Frequency Band 2.4GHz Display Wi-Fi Info. ― SSID/PW Reset ― Bluetooth Function Pairing ― Manage Paired Device ― Disp Device Address ― IP Address Setting Auto Display Wired LAN Info. ―...
Page 503 MENU items Default setting value NTSC/PAL Selector ― Setting Reset ― Save/Load Settings ― Custom Key/Dial Set. ( Front dial) Follow Custom ( Custom Key/Dial Set. ( Rear dial) Follow Custom ( Custom Key/Dial Set. (Control Wheel) Follow Custom ( Custom Key/Dial Set.
Page 504 MENU items Default setting value Custom Key/Dial Set. (Right Button) Peaking Display Select Custom Key/Dial Set. (Down Button) L.PressTv Auto/Manual Custom Key/Dial Set. (MOVIE Button) Movie Shooting Custom Key/Dial Set. (Focus Hold Button) Focus Hold Custom Key Setting (Custom Button 1) Follow Custom ( Custom Key Setting (Custom Button 2) Follow Custom (...
Page 505 MENU items Default setting value Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Auto Display LUT De-Squeeze Display Remain Shoot Display Not Displayed Auto Review Display File Name Power Save Start Time Auto Power OFF Temp. Standard Volume Settings 4ch Audio Monitoring CH1/CH2 Audio signals USB Connection Mode Sel.
Page 506 To reset the items for [My Menu] to the default values, select [Initialize] or [Delete All]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset]. MENU items Default setting value Add Item ― Sort Item ― Delete Item ― Delete Page ― Delete All ― Display From My Menu 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 507: Specifications
Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format 35 mm full frame (35.6 mm × 23.8 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 12 100 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.
Page 508 Based on our measurement conditions. The speed of continuous shooting can be slower, depending on the shooting conditions. [Recording format] File format JPEG (compliant with DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, and MPF Baseline), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant) Movie (XAVC HS format) XAVC Ver2.0: MP4 format compliant Video: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265...
Page 509 SLOT 1/SLOT 2 Slot for CFexpress Type A memory cards, SD cards (UHS-I and UHS-II compatible) Supports operations between two memory cards. [Input/output terminals] USB Type-C terminal SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2) Compatible with USB Power Delivery Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Supports Micro USB compatible devices.
Page 510 Rated input 100 – 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.38 A Rated output 8.4 V , 1.6 A Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 Rated voltage 7.2 V Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 511 The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license. QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
Page 512: Notes On The License
You may obtain the source code as required by the GPLv2 on a physical medium from us for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product by applying through the form at https://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.
Page 513: Troubleshooting
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 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 514: Warning Messages
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILME-FX3 Ver.2 or later 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 copying or the image sensor cleaning function will not operate because the remaining battery level is too low.
Page 515: System Error
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 a movie because the Image Database File is damaged. Recover the Image Database File following the on-screen instructions.
Page 516 Notes on memory card Performing initial setup for the camera Format Release w/o Card Release w/o Lens (still image/movie) Recover Image DB (still image/movie) 5-043-414-12(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

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