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Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product. How to transfer images to smartphone You can transfer images shot with this camera to smartphone. How to tag the location information on the images You can record the location information on the images.

  • Page 2: Preparing The Camera

    Rear side Top side/Side view Bottom Basic operations Using the control wheel Using the multi-selector Using MENU items Using the Fn (Function) button How to use the Quick Navi screen How to use the keyboard Icons and indicators List of icons on the monitor Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Preparing the camera...

  • Page 3: Attaching Accessories

    Selecting which memory card to record to (Select Rec. Media) Attaching a lens Attaching/removing a lens Attaching the lens hood Attaching accessories Mount Adaptor LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor Continuous shooting using a Mount Adaptor Vertical grip Setting language, date and time In-Camera Guide Shooting Shooting still images...
  • Page 4 Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) AF Track Sens (still image) Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Illuminator (still image) AF Area Auto Clear Disp. cont. AF area AF Micro Adj. AF System (still image) Aperture Drive in AF (still image) Manual focus Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF)
  • Page 5 WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Using touch functions Touch Operation Touch Focus Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) Aspect Ratio (still image) Quality (still image) RAW File Type (still image) APS-C/Super 35mm Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial function Intelligent Auto About Scene Recognition...
  • Page 6 Exposure step Metering Mode Spot Metering Point AE lock AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std. Adjust Exp.comp.set Zebra Correcting brightness and contrast automatically D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO AUTO Min. SS Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting...
  • Page 7 Release w/o Card Shutter Type (still image) Using the electronic shutter Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) Shoot. Start Disp. e-Front Curtain Shut. Reducing blur SteadyShot SteadyShot Settings Lens compensation Lens Comp.: Shading Comp. Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Comp. Lens Comp.: Distortion Comp.
  • Page 8 Shooting movies Movie w/ shutter Movie recording formats File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) Angle of view during movie recording S&Q Settings Dual Video REC Audio Recording Audio Level Display Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Auto Slow Shut. (movie) AF drive speed (movie) AF Track Sens (movie) TC/UB Settings...

  • Page 9: Customizing The Camera

    Enlarge Initial Pos. Playing back movies Volume Settings Photo Capture Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) Copying images from one memory card to another (Copy) Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Protecting data...
  • Page 10 Lock Operation Parts Customizing MENU (My Menu) Add Item Sort Item Delete Item Delete Page Delete All Checking images before/after recording Auto Review Aperture Preview Shot. Result Preview Live View Display Monitor/viewfinder settings Grid Line FINDER/MONITOR Deactivate Monitor Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright.

  • Page 11: Camera Settings

    Recover Image DB Camera settings Audio signals Pwr Save Start Time Auto Pwr OFF Temp. Remote Ctrl NTSC/PAL Selector HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie) HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connection...

  • Page 12: Using A Computer

    Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone...
  • Page 13 Importing images for use on a computer PlayMemories Home Installing PlayMemories Home Connecting to a computer Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home Disconnecting the camera from the computer Developing RAW images (Image Data Converter) Image Data Converter Installing Image Data Converter Controlling the camera from a computer (Remote Camera Control) Remote Camera Control...
  • Page 14 Lens Comp.: Distortion Comp. Self-timer Type Bracket Settings Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg Cust Shoot Set) Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C Focus Area Focus Settings Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Swt. V/H AF Area) AF Illuminator (still image) Center Lock-on AF AF Track Sens (still image)
  • Page 15 Exposure step AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std. Adjust Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction White Balance Priority Set in AWB D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR Creative Style Picture Effect Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag.
  • Page 16 S&Q Settings Dual Video REC AF drive speed (movie) AF Track Sens (movie) Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Level Display Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) Video Light Mode Movie w/ shutter Shutter Type (still image) e-Front Curtain Shut.
  • Page 17 Shoot. Start Disp. Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Auto Review Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Function Menu Set. Dial Setup Dial Ev Comp MOVIE Button Lock Operation Parts Audio signals Function Ring(Lens) Network Send to Smartphone Send to Computer...
  • Page 18 Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) Copying images from one memory card to another (Copy) Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Rotating an image (Rotate) Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom)
  • Page 19 HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie) HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI 4K Output Sel. (movie) USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply PC Remote Settings: Still Img.

  • Page 20: Precautions/This Product

    Cleaning the image sensor Cleaning Mode Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad AVCHD format License Trademarks List of default setting values If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 21: Front Side

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Front side ON/OFF (Power) switch/Shutter button Image sensor position mark The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The mark shows the location of the image sensor. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line.
  • Page 22 Mounting index Image sensor** Mount Lens contacts** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. Do not directly touch these parts. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 23: Rear Side

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Rear side Eyepiece cup To remove the eyepiece cup Push the grips at the bottom of the eyepiece cup to the left and right and lift up the cup. Remove the eyepiece cup when attaching an angle viewfinder (sold separately). Also, select MENU → (Camera Settings2) →...
  • Page 24 For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button. Control wheel Access lamp For shooting: C4 button (Custom button 4) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 25: Top Side/Side View

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Top side/Side view Drive mode dial lock release button Upper: Drive mode dial Lower: Focus mode dial Focus mode dial lock release button LAN terminal (Flash sync) terminal Speaker (Microphone) jack When an external microphone is connected, the built-in microphone turns off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.
  • Page 26 Supports SD cards (compatible with UHS-I) and Memory Stick PRO Duo media For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’...
  • Page 27 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28 Battery cover Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. Battery cover release lever 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Using The Control Wheel

    During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Focus Standard Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 30: Using The Multi-Selector

    When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], or [Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right. The [Focus Standard] function is assigned to the center of the multi-selector in the default settings. Related Topic Focus Area Focus Standard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 31: Using Menu Items

    Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU item. Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. Related Topic Add Item 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 32: Using The Fn (Function) Button

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Using the Fn (Function) button You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (Function) button and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button. Press the DISP on the control wheel repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder], and then press the Fn (Function) button.
  • Page 33 Related Topic Function Menu Set. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 34: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 How to use the Quick Navi screen The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly. Select MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → place a mark on [For viewfinder] and then select [Enter].
  • Page 35 Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable. When using [Creative Style], some settings can only be controlled from the dedicated screen. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 36: How To Use The Keyboard

    Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 37: List Of Icons On The Monitor

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Monitor mode Viewfinder mode [Intelligent Auto] mode P/A/S/M mode For playback...

  • Page 38: Basic Information Display

    Basic information display Histogram display P P* A S M Shooting mode Register number Scene Recognition icons NO CARD Memory card status Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 20M / 10M / 8.7M / 6.0M / 5.1M / 2.6M / 2.2M Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies...
  • Page 39 Flash charge in progress APS-C/Super 35mm Setting Effect OFF AF Illuminator NFC active Airplane Mode No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduct. SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning SteadyS. Focal Len. /Camera shake warning Obtaining location information/Location information cannot be obtained Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error Smart Zoom/...
  • Page 40 Focus Cancel Lock-on AF Cancel Spot Focus Performing Spot Focus Infrared remote control Status of FTP connection and FTP transfer Drive mode Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp. Focus Mode Focus Area Metering Mode 35mm Lens focal length 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) D-Range Opt./Auto HDR +3 +3 +3...
  • Page 41 Status of FTP transfer 2017-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode REC Control Spot metering area 00:00:00:00 Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames) 00 00 00 00 User Bit 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 42: Switching The Screen Display (While Shooting/During Playback)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder. Each time you press the DISP button, the screen display changes.

  • Page 43: Histogram Display

    If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/underexposed warning). The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right.
  • Page 44 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 45: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available.
  • Page 46 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 47: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region. Battery charger (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera.
  • Page 48 Shoe cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Eyepiece cup (1) (Attached to the camera) Instruction Manual (1) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 49: Charging The Battery Pack Using A Charger

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 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 mark. Slide the battery pack to the end towards the arrow. Connect the power cord (supplied) to the battery charger, and connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).
  • Page 50 Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. Related Topic...

  • Page 51: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack

    Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and press lock lever (A), then remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

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

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the power off. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
  • Page 53 Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). Related Topic...

  • Page 54: Charging By Connecting To A Computer

    Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 55: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images

    The battery life and number of recordable images are estimates based on shooting with the default settings under the following conditions: Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card of UHS-I Speed Class 3 ( ) (sold separately) Using a FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (sold separately) The numbers for “Shooting (still images)”...

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

    (wall socket). When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 57: Notes On The Battery Pack

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Notes on the battery pack Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. Do not expose the battery pack to water.

  • Page 58: How To Store The Battery Pack

    If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 59: Notes On Charging The Battery Pack

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

  • Page 60: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product. Open the memory card cover. Insert the SD card into the slot 1. When using two memory cards, insert the second one into the slot 2. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.

  • Page 61: To Remove The Memory Card

    Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format Selecting which memory card to record to (Select Rec. Media) Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) Recording Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 62: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Memory cards that can be used You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. The mark indicates that these memory cards can be used for shooting still images or movies. When using Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory card with this camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.
  • Page 63 Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Recording Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 64: Notes On Memory Card

    This Memory Stick is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this product. High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is supported. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 65: Menu Item Details

    The slot 2 supports Memory Stick PRO Duo media and SD cards. The slot 1 supports SD cards only. Related Topic Recording Mode Memory cards that can be used Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 66: Attaching/Removing A Lens

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 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. When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens.
  • Page 67 When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment. Related Topic Attaching the lens hood 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 68: Attaching The Lens Hood

    Remove the lens hood when using the flash as the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image. To store the lens hood after shooting, attach the lens hood to the lens backward. Related Topic Attaching/removing a lens 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 69: Mount Adaptor

    For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Note You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.

  • Page 70: La-Ea1/La-Ea3 Mount Adaptor

    All types of focus area are available when the camera's system software (firmware) version is 3.00 or later. When [ AF System] is set to [Contrast AF]: [Wide]/[Zone]/[Center]/[Flexible Spot]/[Expand Flexible Spot] SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 71: La-Ea2/La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor

    Even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [AF]. Even if [Priority Set in AF-C] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [Release]. Available focus area: Wide/Center/Flexible Spot/Lock-on AF SteadyShot: In-body 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72 [Single-shot AF]/[DMF]/[Manual Focus]: Maximum of 20 images per second (the focus is locked to the setting in the first shot). [Continuous AF]: Maximum of 10 images per second Note When you are using a Mount Adaptor, you cannot perform blackout-free continuous shooting in [Continuous Shooting: Lo] mode. Related Topic Using the electronic shutter 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 73: Vertical Grip

    The LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) and the vertical grip are not designed to be attached at the same time. If you attach them at the same time, the space between the Mount Adaptor and the vertical grip will become narrow, making the camera difficult to hold. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 74: Setting Language, Date And Time

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Setting language, date and time The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Turn on the camera.
  • Page 75 Related Topic Date/Time Setup Area Setting Using the control wheel PlayMemories Home Installing PlayMemories Home 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 76: In-Camera Guide

    Select the MENU or Fn item of which you want to see descriptions, then press the button to which the [In- Camera Guide] function is assigned. The descriptions of the item are displayed. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 77: Shooting Still Images

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera.
  • Page 78 Related Topic List of mode dial function Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Playing back still images Auto Review Focus Mode Focus Area 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 79: Focus Mode

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. Turn the focus mode dial (B) while pressing the focus mode dial lock release button (A) and select the desired mode.
  • Page 80 Even if the focus mode dial is set to AF-S or DMF, the focus mode will switch to [Continuous AF] when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 81: Focus Area

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 82 When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1 or LA-EA3) (sold separately) and [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], the focusing frame for “When focusing with the phase detection AF” may be displayed. When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focusing frame is shown by the dotted line.
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  • Page 84: Phase Detection Af

    AF Track Sens] or [ AF drive speed]. Also, even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens, the phase detection AF might not function unless you update the lens. Related Topic AF System (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 85: Focus Standard

    When [Center Lock-on AF] is set to [Off], the camera focuses on the center point. Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Focus Area Center Lock-on AF 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 86: Focus Settings

    You can set the area to be magnified when focusing manually. Front dial: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. Rear dial: Moves the area to be magnified right/left. Control wheel: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Swt. V/H Af Area)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Swt. 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 88 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 Focus Area 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again. Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 Pre-AF], and [ Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 If the person is moving too much, the detection frame may not display correctly over their eyes. When the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or during movie recording, [Eye AF] is unavailable. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Face Detection 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 93: Af In Focus Mag. (Still Image)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot. MENU →...
  • Page 94 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 95: Center Lock-On Af

    Lock-on AF does not work in the following situations: When shooting in Manual Focus mode. When using the digital zoom When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. When [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 96: Registering The Current Focus Area (Af Area Regist.)

    The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Regist.] is set to [On], the [Lock Operation Parts] setting is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Focus Area Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 97: Deleting A Registered Af Area (Del. Reg. Af Area)

    Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Reg. AF Area) Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Regist.]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Reg. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 98: Pre-Af (Still Image)

    Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

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

    Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 100: Af Track Sens (Still Image)

    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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 101: Priority Set In Af-S

    Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 102: Priority Set In Af-C

    Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 103: Af Illuminator (Still Image)

    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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 104: Af Area Auto Clear

    MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 105: Disp. Cont. Af Area

    When an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1/LA-EA3) (sold separately) are mounted on the camera and [ System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], [Disp. cont. AF area] is always turned on regardless of the [Focus Area] settings. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 106: Af Micro Adj

    [Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.

  • Page 107: Af System (Still Image)

    (firmware) version is 3.00 or later.) When [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], [Priority Set in AF-S] will temporarily switch to [AF] even if it is set to [Balanced Emphasis]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 Shutter Type] set to [Auto], the aperture is driven by the [Standard] system even when [Focus Priority] is selected. [Aperture Drive in AF] is unavailable when using a lens incompatible with this function. Related Topic Shutter Type (still image) Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 109: Manual Focus

    Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Note When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder. Related Topic Focus Magnifier Peaking Level MF Assist (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 110: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Related Topic Peaking Level 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 111: Focus Magnifier

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier]. Press the center of the multi-selector to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.
  • Page 112 Touch Operation 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 113: Mf Assist (Still Image)

    MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 114: Focus Magnif. Time

    2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 115: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)

    Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.7: Displays a 4.7-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.1: Displays a 3.1-times enlarged image. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 116: Peaking Level

    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) Peaking Color 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 117: Peaking Color

    (Camera Settings1) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Level 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 118: Drive Mode

    Shoots images using the bracketing function. The type of bracketing function can be set by MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Bracket Type]. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 119: Cont. Shooting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Turn the drive mode dial and select the desired mode. Turn the drive mode dial while pressing the drive mode dial lock release button. Setting item details Continuous Shooting: Hi / Continuous Shooting: Mid/...
  • Page 120 Shutter Type (still image) Using the electronic shutter 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 121: Displaying Continuous Shooting Remaining Time Indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length)

    Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 Set [Audio signals] to [Off] to mute the beep sound during self-timer counting. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial, then select MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Brkt]. Related Topic Audio signals 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 123: 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 a drive mode other than (Self-timer) by turning the drive mode dial to cancel the self-timer. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 Shoots images continuously using the self-timer (3 images after 10 seconds / 5 images after 10 seconds / 3 images after 5 seconds / 5 images after 5 seconds / 3 images after 2 seconds / 5 images after 2 seconds). Related Topic Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 125: 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 126: 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 130: Dro Bracket

    Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 131: 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 132: Touch Operation

    Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Touch Focus 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 133: Touch Focus

    When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 When using the LA-EA1 or LA-EA3, and the shooting mode is set to Movie Related Topic Touch Operation 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 135: Image Size (Still Image)

    S: 2.6M 1968×1312 pixels S: 2.2M 1968×1112 pixels Note When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 136: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)

    Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Aspect Ratio (still image) MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 137: Quality (Still Image)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Quality (still image) MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details RAW: File format: RAW Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.
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  • Page 139: Raw File Type (Still Image)

    RAW format. Note When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 140 When you attach an APS-C compatible lens and set [APS-C/Super 35mm] to [Off], shooting may fail. When you set [APS-C/Super 35mm] to [On], the angle of view will be the same as when shooting with an APS-C size image sensor. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 141: List Of Mode Dial Function

    Allows you to change the exposure mode for movie recording. (S&Q Motion): Allows you to shoot slow-motion and quick-motion movies. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 142: Intelligent Auto

    The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. Related Topic The advantages of automatic shooting About Scene Recognition 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 143: About Scene Recognition

    (Backlight) (Landscape) (Macro) (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scene using a tripod) Note When [Face Detection] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait] and [Infant] scenes are not recognized. Related Topic Intelligent Auto 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 144: The Advantages Of Automatic Shooting

    (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition. Note For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Intelligent Auto 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 145: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 146: 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 147: Shutter Priority

    However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Long Exposure NR (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 148: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 149: Bulb Shooting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Bulb shooting You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Bulb shooting is suitable for shooting trails from stars or fireworks, etc. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure). Turn the rear dial clockwise until [BULB] is indicated.
  • Page 150 Manual Exposure 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 151 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 152: Movie: Exposure Mode

    Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 153: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode

    Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 154: Exposure Comp

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
  • Page 155 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Dial Ev Comp Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 156: Reset Ev Comp

    Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 157: Dial Ev Comp

    The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the front or rear dial. Related Topic Exposure Comp. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 158: Exposure Set. Guide

    You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 159: Exposure Step

    (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 160: Metering Mode

    Other zoom functions than the optical zoom In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen. Related Topic AE lock Spot Metering Point D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 162: Spot Metering Point

    When [Focus Area] is set to [Lock-on AF: Flexible Spot] or [Lock-on AF:Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the Lock-on AF start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 163 (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → [AEL Button] → [AEL toggle], you can lock the exposure without holding down the button. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 164: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)

    Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 165: Exposure Std. Adjust

    If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 166: Exp.comp.set

    (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 167 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 168: D-Range Opt. (Dro)

    Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], [DRO/Auto HDR] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 169 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 170 100. When you finish recording the movie, the ISO value returns to the original setting. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 171: Iso Auto Min. Ss

    When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash] or [Wireless]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 172: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 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. When a power zoom lens is mounted: When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted: Optical zoom range...
  • Page 173 To use another zoom function than the optical zoom for movies, assign [Zoom] to the desired button using [Custom Key(Shoot.)]. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting About zoom scale 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 174: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

    Press the center of the control wheel to exit. You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 175: Zoom Setting

    However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 176: About Zoom Scale

    Approx. 4× Full-frame Approx. 6.1× On:Digital Zoom APS-C Approx. 5.2× Full-frame Approx. 8× APS-C Approx. 8× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting Image Size (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 177: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 178: White Balance

    If you use a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp as a light source, the accurate white balance will not be obtained because of the characteristics of the light. It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom Setup]. Related Topic Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 179: Priority Set In Awb

    Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 180: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode

    If you use a flash when capturing a shot, the custom white balance will be registered with the flash light. Shoot images with a flash when recalling a setting registered with the flash. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 181: Creative Style

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. To adjust (Contrast), (Saturation) and...
  • Page 182 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 183: Picture Effect

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.
  • Page 184 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 185: Color Space (Still Image)

    Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 186: Release W/O Lens

    Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 187: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 188 The following functions are unavailable when the [ Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shut.]. Flash shooting Long Exposure NR Bulb shooting Related Topic Using the electronic shutter Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 189: Using The Electronic Shutter

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Using the electronic shutter Using the electronic shutter lets you perform various kinds of shooting that are difficult to achieve using the mechanical shutter, such as shooting without sounds or shaking, shooting with a super-fast shutter, and blackout-free shooting*. During blackout-free shooting, the screen does not black out or drop frames and you can keep looking at the subject through the viewfinder or monitor while shooting images.
  • Page 190 1/125 second. The electronic shutter operates differently when a Mount Adaptor is attached on the camera. Related Topic Shutter Type (still image) Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) Audio signals Cont. Shooting Shoot. Start Disp. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 191: Displaying The Release Timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.)

    Off: Does not display the shutter release timing during blackout-free shooting. [On: Type1] / [On: Type2] (Example) [On: Type3] / [On: Type4] Related Topic Using the electronic shutter 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 192: Shoot. Start Disp

    (Camera Settings2) → [Shoot. Start Disp.] → desired setting. Menu item details The screen blacks out when shooting the first image during blackout-free shooting. Off: The screen does not black out when shooting the first image during blackout-free shooting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 193 [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]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 194 Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 195: Steadyshot Settings

    When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 196 Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. The amount of light around the edges may not be corrected, depending on the lens type. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 197 (Camera Settings1) → [Lens Comp.] → [Chro. Aber. Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Reduces the color deviation automatically. Off: Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 198 Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 199: Long Exposure Nr (Still Image)

    Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera may not perform noise reduction, even if the shutter speed is 1 second(s) or longer. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 200: High Iso Nr (Still Image)

    High ISO NR] is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ Quality] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 201: Face Detection

    Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps]. Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected. The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 202: Face Registration (New Registration)

    Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Face Detection 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 203: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

    When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Face Detection 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 204: Face Registration (Delete)

    If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 205: 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 206 For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Related Topic Flash Mode Wireless Flash Using a flash with a sync terminal cord 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 207: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 208: Flash Mode

    If the camera's system software (firmware) version is 3.00 or later, set the [Wireless] function by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Wireless Flash]. Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 209: 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) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 210 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 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 211 The FEL lock cannot be set when a flash is not attached. If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are fixed, lights up. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 212: Wireless Flash

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

  • Page 213: Using A Flash With A Sync Terminal Cord

    When a flash is connected to the (flash sync) terminal, the flash indicator will not be displayed. Flash cannot be used when [ Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shut.]. Related Topic Manual Exposure Live View Display Flash Comp. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 214: Shooting Movies

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to [Always] in the default setting, movie recording can be started from any shooting mode.
  • Page 215 Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies, AVCHD movies, and MP4 movies to a computer. Related Topic MOVIE Button Movie w/ shutter File Format (movie) Angle of view during movie recording Recordable movie times Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Focus Area 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 216: Movie W/ Shutter

    When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recorder using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 217: Movie Recording Formats

    The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time. Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) AVCHD format 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 218: File Format (Movie)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format supports a high bit rate. Audio: LPCM One of the following kinds of memory card is needed to record movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K]:...
  • Page 219 When [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 4 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 4 GB during recording, recording will stop automatically. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 220: Record Setting (Movie)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]...
  • Page 221 In full-frame shooting, the angle of view will be narrower under the following conditions: When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [30p] Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm Angle of view during movie recording 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 222 (C) Angle of view equivalent to approx. 1.5 times the focal length indicated on the lens When [APS-C/Super 35mm] is set to [On] When [APS-C/Super 35mm] is set to [Auto] and an APS-C size dedicated lens is attached Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 223: Playback Speed

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 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 224 The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [Dual Video REC] [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Sel.] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 225: Dual Video Rec

    If you select [Date View] in [View Mode] when playing back movies, XAVC S movies and MP4 movies, or AVCHD movies and MP4 movies are displayed side-by-side. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Recording Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 226: Audio Recording

    Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 227: Audio Level Display

    The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 228: Audio Rec Level

    [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 229: Audio Out Timing

    Outputs audio without delay. Select this setting when audio deviation is a problem during audio monitoring. Lip Sync: Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 230: Wind Noise Reduct

    Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 231: Auto Slow Shut. (Movie)

    Note Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 232: Af Drive Speed (Movie)

    Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 233: Af Track Sens (Movie)

    Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 234 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
  • Page 235 )]. The time code is read from the memory card to which the movies will be recorded when [Recording Mode] is set to [Standard], [Simult. ( )], [Sort(JPEG/RAW)] or [Sort( )]. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 236: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch

    Press the key to which [TC/UB Disp. Switch] is assigned. Each time you press the key, the monitor display will switch from the movie recording time counter → time code (TC) → user bit (UB), in that order. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 237: Movie Button

    Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 238: Marker Display (Movie)

    The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 239: Marker Settings (Movie)

    Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 240: Output Sel. (Movie)

    File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [Dual Video REC] is set to [On], the following functions are not available. [Face Detection] [Center Lock-on AF] Related Topic HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 241: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 242: Playing Back Still Images

    You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Related Topic Recover Image DB Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 243: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Playback Zoom)

    You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 244: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)

    Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 245: Rotating An Image (Rotate)

    You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 246: Enlarge Init. Mag

    Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom) Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 247: Enlarge Initial Pos

    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 (Playback zoom) Enlarge Init. Mag. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 248: Playing Back Movies

    Movie files recorded using other products may not be able to be playable on this camera. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 249: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 250: Photo Capture

    Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 251: 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) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 252: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)

    Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 253: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)

    Depending on the version of the camera's system software (firmware) when you protected the images, you may be unable to play back the images. Update the system software to the latest version, and then protect the images again. Related Topic Protecting images (Protect) Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 254: Selecting Which Memory Card To Play Back (Select Pb Media)

    When you select [Date View] in [View Mode], the camera only plays back images from a memory card selected using [Select PB Media]. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Selecting which memory card to record to (Select Rec. Media) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 255: Copying Images From One Memory Card To Another (Copy)

    XAVC S movies can only be copied to a memory card that supports XAVC S movies. A message will be displayed on the monitor of the camera when images cannot be copied. Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 256: 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)]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 257: Protecting Images (Protect)

    If you assign [Protect] to the key of your choice using MENU→ (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(PB)], you can protect images or cancel protection by simply pressing the key. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 258: Specifying Images To Be Printed (Specify Printing)

    The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 259: Deleting A Displayed Image

    You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 260: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)

    (Image Index) button → select the bar on the left using the control wheel → select the desired folder or date using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 261: Delete Confirm

    You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 262: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required. Turn off both this product and the TV.
  • Page 263 You can connect this product to Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices with a USB terminal using the supplied micro USB cable. The PhotoTV HD allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors.

  • Page 264: Items That Can Be Registered

    For some functions, the position of the dial and the setting actually used for shooting may not match. If this happens, shoot images by referring to the information displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 265: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg Cust Shoot Set)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg Cust Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
  • Page 266 Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 267: Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(Pb)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) You can assign a desired function to a desired key. Some functions are available only when they are assigned to a custom key. For example, if you assign [Eye AF] to [Center Button] for [Custom Key(Shoot.)], you can easily recall [Eye AF] simply by pressing the center of the control wheel while shooting.
  • Page 268 Using the multi-selector Focus Standard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 269: Function Menu Set

    You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 270: Dial Setup

    F/no. The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed. Note The [Dial Setup] function is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 271 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/Super 35mm Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 272: Lock Operation Parts

    You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note If you set [ AF Area Regist.] to [On], [Lock Operation Parts] will be fixed to [Off]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 273 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 274 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 275: Delete Item

    To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 276: Delete Page

    Select an item that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 277: Delete All

    Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 278: Auto Review

    When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 279: 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 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Shot. Result Preview 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 280: 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 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Aperture Preview 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 281: Live View Display

    When you use a third-party flash, such as a studio flash, Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings. When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], Live View Display will be displayed brightly, so that you can easily check the composition. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 282 Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or duplicated images. Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 283 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 284: Deactivate Monitor

    Even if you perform [Deactivate Monitor], the backlight of monitor remains on. To turn off the backlight, switch the monitor mode to viewfinder mode using the [FINDER/MONITOR] function. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) FINDER/MONITOR 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 285: 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 286: Viewfinder Bright

    When using an electronic viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the electronic viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 287: Finder Color Temp

    (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 288: Finder Frame Rate (Still Image)

    Finder Frame Rate] is set to [High], the resolution of the viewfinder is lowered. Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection During continuous shooting with [ Shutter Type] set to [Auto] or [Electronic Shut.]. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 289: Bright Monitoring

    When [Focus Settings] 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 290 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 291: File Number

    The setting for [File Number] will be applied to both slot 1 and slot 2. Even if you change the setting of the recording destination, the file numbers will be sequential across the two memory cards in each slot by setting [File Number] to [Series]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 292: Set File Name

    Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 293: Display Media Info

    Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.] → desired memory card slot. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 294: Recording Mode

    When [Recording Mode] is set to [Sort(JPEG/RAW)], [ Quality] is temporarily set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Selecting which memory card to record to (Select Rec. Media) Dual Video REC 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 295: Select Rec Folder

    If [Recording Mode] is set to other than [Standard], you may only select the common folder on the both memory cards. If there is no common folder, you can make one using [New Folder]. Related Topic Folder Name 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 296: New Folder

    If [Recording Mode] is set to other than [Standard] and an image is shot, a new folder may be automatically created. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 297: Folder Name

    The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10070405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2017) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 298: Recover Image Db

    If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → desired memory card slot → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 299: Audio Signals

    Only the electronic shutter produces sounds. Sounds are not produced when focusing by pressing the shutter button halfway down, etc. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 300: Pwr Save Start Time

    FTP transfers, or when connected to a computer or TV. When [FTP Function] is set to [On], the time until the camera switches to the power-saving mode will be one minute even if you have selected [10 Sec] for [Pwr Save Start Time]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 301: Auto Pwr Off Temp

    4K: XAVC S 4K (24p 60M/25p 60M, not connected via Wi-Fi) Note Even if [Auto Pwr 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 302: Remote Ctrl

    The lens or lens hood may block the remote sensor that receive the signals. Use the remote commander in the position from which the signal can reach the product. When [Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using a remote commander. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 303: Ntsc/Pal Selector

    When you start or stop recording movies while the shooting mode is set to a mode other than (Movie) or When you change the shooting mode from (Movie) or to another mode. When you play back a movie for the first time after switching to the playback mode. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 304: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Resolution

    Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 305: Hdmi Settings: 24P/60P Output (Movie) (Only For 1080 60I Compatible Models)

    When [ Record Setting] is set to other than [24p 24M(FX)], [24p 17M(FH)], or [24p 50M], this setting is canceled, and HDMI video is output according to the [HDMI Resolution] settings. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 306: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Info. Display

    Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When this product is connected to a 4K-compatible TV, [Off] is selected automatically. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 307: Hdmi Settings: Tc Output (Movie)

    Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 308: Hdmi Settings: Rec Control (Movie)

    TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 309: Hdmi Settings: Ctrl For Hdmi

    If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 310: Usb Connection

    It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 311: Usb Lun Setting

    Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 312: Usb Power Supply

    Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 313: Pc Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest

    During PC Remote shooting, [Recording Mode] is locked to [Standard] and cannot be changed. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 314: Pc Remote Settings: Raw+J Pc Save Img

    Quality] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. During PC Remote shooting, [Recording Mode] is locked to [Standard] and cannot be changed. Related Topic USB Connection Quality (still image) PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 315 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 316: Date/Time Setup

    To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 317: Area Setting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 318: 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 319 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 320 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Certification Logo (For some models only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. MENU → (Setup) → [Certification Logo]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 321 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the dedicated software (http://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. This function can be used when the camera's system software (firmware) is Ver.2.00 or later.
  • Page 322 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Related Topic Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 323: Demo Mode

    You can set this item only when the product is powered by the AC Adaptor (supplied). When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. [Demo Mode] always displays movies on the memory card in memory card slot 1. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 324: Setting Reset

    Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. List of default setting values 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 325: Playmemories Mobile

    PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 326: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Remote)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled Android smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Set [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] to [On] beforehand by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 327 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Airplane Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 328: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Qr Code)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the QR code. Set [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] to [On] beforehand by selecting MENU → (Network) →...
  • Page 329 If you cannot connect your smartphone to this product using the [One-touch(NFC)] function or QR code, use the SSID and password. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 330: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Ssid)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the SSID and password. Set [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] to [On] beforehand by selecting MENU → (Network) →...
  • Page 331 Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band. If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information interlocking function is not available. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 332: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Qr Code)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad. Set [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] to [On] beforehand by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 333 Install the profile (setting information) by following the instructions shown on the iPhone or iPad screen and select [OK]. The profile will be installed to the iPhone or iPad. If you have activated the passcode lock function for your iPhone or iPad, you will need to enter the passcode. Enter the passcode that you set for your iPhone or iPad.
  • Page 334 If you cannot connect your iPhone or iPad to this product using the QR code, use the SSID and password. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

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

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) You can control the camera using an iPhone or iPad by connecting the iPhone or iPad to the camera using the SSID and password.
  • Page 336 Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band. If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information interlocking function is not available. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 337: Send To Smartphone

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images/movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. MENU → (Network) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear.
  • Page 338 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Airplane Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 339: Sending Images To An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Sharing)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. For movies, you can only transfer MP4 movies recorded with File Format] set to [MP4].
  • Page 340 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. You cannot send AVCHD format movies. You cannot send XAVC S format movies. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Send to Smartphone Airplane Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 341: Send To Computer

    If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 342 Depending on the version of the camera's system software (firmware), you may be unable to use some functions. Update the system software to the latest version, and try again. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Imp Root Certificate) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 343: Slideshow Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
  • Page 344 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 345: Preparation In Advance

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Recording location information to captured images (Loc. Info. Link Set.) You can use the application PlayMemories Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
  • Page 346 Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again.
  • Page 347 As of April 2017. For the latest information, refer to the support site. For the Bluetooth version, refer to the website for your smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Mobile Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 348: Airplane Mode

    When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 349: Wi-Fi Settings: Wps Push

    In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 350: Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
  • Page 351 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 352: Wi-Fi Settings: Disp Mac Address

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the Wi-Fi MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 353: Wi-Fi Settings: Ssid/Pw Reset

    (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK]. Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 354: Wired Lan Settings

    If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the fixed address. Subnet Mask/Default Gateway/Primary DNS Server/Second DNS Server: If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 355: Edit Device Name

    You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 356: Importing Root Certification To The Camera (Imp Root Certificate)

    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.” http://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Imp Root Certificate]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 357: Reset Network Set

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 358: Recommended Computer Environment

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 359: Software For Mac Computers

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The software that can be used varies depending on the region. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 360: Playmemories Home

    You can upload images to a network service. (An Internet connection is required.) You can import images recorded with location information to a computer and view them on a map. For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 361: Installing Playmemories Home

    Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 362: Connecting To A Computer

    If you connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On], power is supplied from your computer. (Default setting: [On]) Related Topic USB Connection USB LUN Setting 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 363: Importing Images To The Computer Without Using Playmemories Home

    Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies or XAVC S movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 364: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    On Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the micro USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 365: Image Data Converter

    You can either save the still image as RAW format or save it in the general file format. You can display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images recorded by this product. You can rank images in five grades. You can apply color labels. Related Topic Installing Image Data Converter 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 366: Installing Image Data Converter

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Installing Image Data Converter Download and install the software by accessing the following URL. Windows http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note Log on as Administrator. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 367: Remote Camera Control

    (Setup) → [USB Connection] → [PC Remote]. For details on how to use Remote Camera Control, refer to the Help. Related Topic Installing Remote Camera Control USB Connection PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 368: Installing Remote Camera Control

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Installing Remote Camera Control Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 369: Selecting A Disc To Be Created

    A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4 (AVC) Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 3, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high- definition image quality (HD) disc.
  • Page 370 Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 371: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies

    α9 Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 372: Creating Dvd Discs (Avchd Recording Discs) From High-Definition Image Quality Movies

    You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD-compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 373: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies

    For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. Related Topic Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 374 Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU item. Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. Related Topic Add Item 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 375: Menu Item Details

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Quality (still image) MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details RAW: File format: RAW Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.
  • Page 376 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 377 RAW format. Note When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 378 S: 2.6M 1968×1312 pixels S: 2.2M 1968×1112 pixels Note When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 379 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Aspect Ratio (still image) MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 380 When you attach an APS-C compatible lens and set [APS-C/Super 35mm] to [Off], shooting may fail. When you set [APS-C/Super 35mm] to [On], the angle of view will be the same as when shooting with an APS-C size image sensor. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 381 Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera may not perform noise reduction, even if the shutter speed is 1 second(s) or longer. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 382 High ISO NR] is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ Quality] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 383 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 384 Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. The amount of light around the edges may not be corrected, depending on the lens type. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 385 (Camera Settings1) → [Lens Comp.] → [Chro. Aber. Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Reduces the color deviation automatically. Off: Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 386 Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 387 Shoots images continuously using the self-timer (3 images after 10 seconds / 5 images after 10 seconds / 3 images after 5 seconds / 5 images after 5 seconds / 3 images after 2 seconds / 5 images after 2 seconds). Related Topic Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 388: Menu Item Details

    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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 389 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 390: Items That Can Be Registered

    For some functions, the position of the dial and the setting actually used for shooting may not match. If this happens, shoot images by referring to the information displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 391 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg Cust Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
  • Page 392 Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 393 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 394 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 395 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 396 When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1 or LA-EA3) (sold separately) and [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], the focusing frame for “When focusing with the phase detection AF” may be displayed. When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focusing frame is shown by the dotted line.
  • Page 397 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 398 You can set the area to be magnified when focusing manually. Front dial: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. Rear dial: Moves the area to be magnified right/left. Control wheel: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 399 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Swt. 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 400 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 Focus Area 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 401 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 402 Lock-on AF does not work in the following situations: When shooting in Manual Focus mode. When using the digital zoom When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. When [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 403 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 404 (firmware) version is 3.00 or later.) When [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], [Priority Set in AF-S] will temporarily switch to [AF] even if it is set to [Balanced Emphasis]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 405 Shutter Type] set to [Auto], the aperture is driven by the [Standard] system even when [Focus Priority] is selected. [Aperture Drive in AF] is unavailable when using a lens incompatible with this function. Related Topic Shutter Type (still image) Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 406 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 407 Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 408 Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 409 The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Regist.] is set to [On], the [Lock Operation Parts] setting is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Focus Area Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 410 Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Reg. AF Area) Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Regist.]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Reg. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 411 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 412 When an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1/LA-EA3) (sold separately) are mounted on the camera and [ System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], [Disp. cont. AF area] is always turned on regardless of the [Focus Area] settings. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 413 [Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
  • Page 414 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
  • Page 415 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Dial Ev Comp Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 416 Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 417 100. When you finish recording the movie, the ISO value returns to the original setting. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 418: Iso Auto Min. Ss

    When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash] or [Wireless]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 419: Metering Mode

    Other zoom functions than the optical zoom In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen. Related Topic AE lock Spot Metering Point D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 421 When [Focus Area] is set to [Lock-on AF: Flexible Spot] or [Lock-on AF:Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the Lock-on AF start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 422 (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 423 Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 424 If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 425 If the camera's system software (firmware) version is 3.00 or later, set the [Wireless] function by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Wireless Flash]. Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 426 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) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 427 (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 428 For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 429 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 430 If you use a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp as a light source, the accurate white balance will not be obtained because of the characteristics of the light. It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom Setup]. Related Topic Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 431 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 432 Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], [DRO/Auto HDR] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 433 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 434 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. To adjust (Contrast), (Saturation) and...
  • Page 435 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 436 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.
  • Page 437 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 438 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier]. Press the center of the multi-selector to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.
  • Page 439 Touch Operation 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 440 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 441 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.7: Displays a 4.7-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.1: Displays a 3.1-times enlarged image. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 442 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot. MENU →...
  • Page 443 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 444 MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 445 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) Peaking Color 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 446 (Camera Settings1) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Level 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 447 Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps]. Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected. The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 448 Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Face Detection 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 449 When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Face Detection 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 450 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 451 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 452 Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 453 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format supports a high bit rate. Audio: LPCM One of the following kinds of memory card is needed to record movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K]:...
  • Page 454 When [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 4 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 4 GB during recording, recording will stop automatically. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 455 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]...
  • Page 456 In full-frame shooting, the angle of view will be narrower under the following conditions: When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [30p] Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm Angle of view during movie recording 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 457 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 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 458: Record Setting

    The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [Dual Video REC] [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Sel.] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 459 If you select [Date View] in [View Mode] when playing back movies, XAVC S movies and MP4 movies, or AVCHD movies and MP4 movies are displayed side-by-side. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Recording Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 460 Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 461 Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 462 Note Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 463 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 464 [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 465 The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 466 Outputs audio without delay. Select this setting when audio deviation is a problem during audio monitoring. Lip Sync: Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 467 Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 468 The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 469 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 470: Power Link

    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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 471 When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recorder using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 472 The following functions are unavailable when the [ Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shut.]. Flash shooting Long Exposure NR Bulb shooting Related Topic Using the electronic shutter Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 473 [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]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 474 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 475 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 476 Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 477 When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 478 Press the center of the control wheel to exit. You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 479 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 480 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 481 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available.
  • Page 482 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 483 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 484 Finder Frame Rate] is set to [High], the resolution of the viewfinder is lowered. Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection During continuous shooting with [ Shutter Type] set to [Auto] or [Electronic Shut.]. Related Topic Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 485 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 486 Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or duplicated images. Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 487 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 488 When you use a third-party flash, such as a studio flash, Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings. When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], Live View Display will be displayed brightly, so that you can easily check the composition. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 489 (Camera Settings2) → [Shoot. Start Disp.] → desired setting. Menu item details The screen blacks out when shooting the first image during blackout-free shooting. Off: The screen does not black out when shooting the first image during blackout-free shooting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 490 Off: Does not display the shutter release timing during blackout-free shooting. [On: Type1] / [On: Type2] (Example) [On: Type3] / [On: Type4] Related Topic Using the electronic shutter 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 491 Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 492 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 (Playback zoom) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 493 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) You can assign a desired function to a desired key. Some functions are available only when they are assigned to a custom key. For example, if you assign [Eye AF] to [Center Button] for [Custom Key(Shoot.)], you can easily recall [Eye AF] simply by pressing the center of the control wheel while shooting.
  • Page 494 Using the multi-selector Focus Standard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 495 You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 496 F/no. The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed. Note The [Dial Setup] function is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 497 The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the front or rear dial. Related Topic Exposure Comp. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 498 Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 499 You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note If you set [ AF Area Regist.] to [On], [Lock Operation Parts] will be fixed to [Off]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Regist.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 500 Only the electronic shutter produces sounds. Sounds are not produced when focusing by pressing the shutter button halfway down, etc. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 501 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/Super 35mm Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 502 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images/movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. MENU → (Network) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear.
  • Page 503 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Airplane Mode 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 504 If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 505 Depending on the version of the camera's system software (firmware), you may be unable to use some functions. Update the system software to the latest version, and try again. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Imp Root Certificate) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 506 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
  • Page 507 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 508: Ctrl W/ Smartphone

    Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 509 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 510 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 511 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
  • Page 512 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 513 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the Wi-Fi MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 514 (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK]. Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 515: Bluetooth Settings

    Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone using PlayMemories Mobile. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Recording location information to captured images (Loc. Info. Link Set.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 516 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Recording location information to captured images (Loc. Info. Link Set.) You can use the application PlayMemories Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.

  • Page 517: Menu Item Details

    Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again.
  • Page 518 As of April 2017. For the latest information, refer to the support site. For the Bluetooth version, refer to the website for your smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Mobile Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 519 If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the fixed address. Subnet Mask/Default Gateway/Primary DNS Server/Second DNS Server: If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 520 You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 521 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.” http://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Imp Root Certificate]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 522 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 523 (Image Index) button → select the bar on the left using the control wheel → select the desired folder or date using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 524 Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 525 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) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 526 Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 527 When you select [Date View] in [View Mode], the camera only plays back images from a memory card selected using [Select PB Media]. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Selecting which memory card to record to (Select Rec. Media) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 528 XAVC S movies can only be copied to a memory card that supports XAVC S movies. A message will be displayed on the monitor of the camera when images cannot be copied. Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 529 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)]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 530 You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 531 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 532 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom) Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 533 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 (Playback zoom) Enlarge Init. Mag. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 534 If you assign [Protect] to the key of your choice using MENU→ (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(PB)], you can protect images or cancel protection by simply pressing the key. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 535 Depending on the version of the camera's system software (firmware) when you protected the images, you may be unable to play back the images. Update the system software to the latest version, and then protect the images again. Related Topic Protecting images (Protect) Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 536 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 537 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 538 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 539 When using an electronic viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the electronic viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 540 (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 541 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 542 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 543: Menu Item Details

    FTP transfers, or when connected to a computer or TV. When [FTP Function] is set to [On], the time until the camera switches to the power-saving mode will be one minute even if you have selected [10 Sec] for [Pwr Save Start Time]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 544 4K: XAVC S 4K (24p 60M/25p 60M, not connected via Wi-Fi) Note Even if [Auto Pwr 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 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 545 When you start or stop recording movies while the shooting mode is set to a mode other than (Movie) or When you change the shooting mode from (Movie) or to another mode. When you play back a movie for the first time after switching to the playback mode. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 546: Cleaning Mode

    Hint For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
  • Page 547 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 548 Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Touch Focus 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 549 You can set this item only when the product is powered by the AC Adaptor (supplied). When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. [Demo Mode] always displays movies on the memory card in memory card slot 1. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 550 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
  • Page 551 )]. The time code is read from the memory card to which the movies will be recorded when [Recording Mode] is set to [Standard], [Simult. ( )], [Sort(JPEG/RAW)] or [Sort( )]. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 552 The lens or lens hood may block the remote sensor that receive the signals. Use the remote commander in the position from which the signal can reach the product. When [Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using a remote commander. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 553 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 554 When [ Record Setting] is set to other than [24p 24M(FX)], [24p 17M(FH)], or [24p 50M], this setting is canceled, and HDMI video is output according to the [HDMI Resolution] settings. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 555 Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When this product is connected to a 4K-compatible TV, [Off] is selected automatically. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 556 Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 557 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 558 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 559 File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [Dual Video REC] is set to [On], the following functions are not available. [Face Detection] [Center Lock-on AF] Related Topic HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 560 It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 561 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 562 Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 563 During PC Remote shooting, [Recording Mode] is locked to [Standard] and cannot be changed. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 564 Quality] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. During PC Remote shooting, [Recording Mode] is locked to [Standard] and cannot be changed. Related Topic USB Connection Quality (still image) PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 565 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 566 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 567 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 568 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 569 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 570 The setting for [File Number] will be applied to both slot 1 and slot 2. Even if you change the setting of the recording destination, the file numbers will be sequential across the two memory cards in each slot by setting [File Number] to [Series]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 571 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 572 The slot 2 supports Memory Stick PRO Duo media and SD cards. The slot 1 supports SD cards only. Related Topic Recording Mode Memory cards that can be used Selecting which memory card to play back (Select PB Media) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 573 When [Recording Mode] is set to [Sort(JPEG/RAW)], [ Quality] is temporarily set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Selecting which memory card to record to (Select Rec. Media) Dual Video REC 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 574 If [Recording Mode] is set to other than [Standard], you may only select the common folder on the both memory cards. If there is no common folder, you can make one using [New Folder]. Related Topic Folder Name 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 575 If [Recording Mode] is set to other than [Standard] and an image is shot, a new folder may be automatically created. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 576 The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10070405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2017) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 577 If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → desired memory card slot → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 578 Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.] → desired memory card slot. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 579 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 580 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Certification Logo (For some models only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. MENU → (Setup) → [Certification Logo]. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 581 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the dedicated software (http://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. This function can be used when the camera's system software (firmware) is Ver.2.00 or later.
  • Page 582 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Related Topic Version 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 583 Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. List of default setting values 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 584 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 585 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 586 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 587 Select an item that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 588 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 589: On Operating Temperatures

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Precautions Refer also to “Notes on using your camera” in the Instruction Manual (supplied) for this product. Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection. When the memory card is removed, the USB cable is disconnected, or the product is turned off in the middle of a read or write operation.

  • Page 590: On Image Data Compatibility

    Network services, content, and the [operating system and] software of this Product may be subject to individual terms and conditions and changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 591: Cleaning The Lens

    If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 592 Hint For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
  • Page 593 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 594: Number Of Recordable Images

    The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.

  • Page 595: Recordable Movie Times

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], [XAVC S HD], and [AVCHD] are recording times when shooting with [Dual Video REC] set to [Off].

  • Page 596: Notes On Continuous Movie Recording

    The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. Notes on continuous movie recording High-quality movie recording and high-speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power.
  • Page 597 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. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 598: Avchd Format

    As the AVCHD format uses compression coding technology, the picture may be unstable in scenes where the screen, angle of view, or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 599: Notes On The License

    GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 600 Sony Corporation. XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 601: List Of Default Setting Values

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 List of default setting values The following are the default setting values. To reset settings to the default values Select MENU→ (Setup) → [Setting Reset] → [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] → [Enter]. The items that can be reset using [Camera Settings Reset] are limited.
  • Page 602 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Balanced Priority Set in AF-S ― Emphasis Balanced Priority Set in AF-C ― Emphasis Focus Area Wide Focus Settings ― Swt. V/H AF Area AF Illuminator Auto Center Lock-on AF AF Track Sens 3(Standard) Phase Detection...

  • Page 603: Camera Settings2

    Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Exposure step 0.3EV ― AEL w/ shutter Auto ― Exposure Std. Adjust ±0.0 ― Flash Mode Autoflash Flash Comp. ±0.0 Exp.comp.set Ambient&flash ― Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction White Balance Auto Priority Set in AWB Standard...
  • Page 604 Resettable using [Camera MENU items Default setting value Settings Reset] Record Setting (when [ File Format] is set to 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) [AVCHD]) Record Setting (when [ File Format] is set to 1920x1080 30p 16M/1920x1080 25p 16M [MP4]) S&Q Settings ( Record Setting) 30p/25p S&Q Settings (...
  • Page 605 Resettable using [Camera MENU items Default setting value Settings Reset] DISP Button (Finder) Level ― FINDER/MONITOR Auto ― Finder Frame Rate High ― Zebra ― Grid Line ― Exposure Set. Guide ― Live View Display Setting Effect ON ― Shoot. Start Disp. ―...
  • Page 606 Resettable using [Camera MENU items Default setting value Settings Reset] Audio signals On:all ― Function Ring(Lens) Power Focus ― Network To reset the items for [Network] to the default values, select [Initialize] or [Reset Network Set.]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset].
  • Page 607 MENU items Default setting value Edit Device Name ― Imp Root Certificate ― Reset Network Set. ― Playback To reset the items for [Playback] to the default values, select [Initialize]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset]. MENU items Default setting value Delete...
  • Page 608 MENU items Default setting value Pwr Save Start Time 1 Min Auto Pwr OFF Temp. Standard NTSC/PAL Selector ― Cleaning Mode ― Touch Operation Demo Mode TC/UB Settings (TC/UB Disp. Setting) Counter TC/UB Settings (TC Preset) ― TC/UB Settings (UB Preset) ―...
  • Page 609 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 ― 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 610: 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. http://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Setting Reset 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 611: Warning Messages

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-9 α9 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 612: System Error

    There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back an AVCHD movie because the Image Database File is damaged.
  • Page 613 Notes on memory card Format Release w/o Lens 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 614 How to tag the location information on the images You can record the location information on the images. The location information can be acquired via a smartphone. ILCE-9 Lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.) 4-691-927-15(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

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