Page 1 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCA-68 How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts (Front side) [2] Identifying parts (Rear side) [3] Identifying parts (Top side) [4] Identifying parts (Sides/Bottom) [5] Identifying parts Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II (Supplied with the ILCA-68K) [6]...
Page 2: In-Camera Guide
In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] [12] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack using a charger [13] Inserting the battery pack into the camera [14] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack [15] Supplying power using a wall outlet (wall socket) [16] Removing the battery pack [17]...
Page 3: Using Shooting Functions
Using the "Quick Navi" [27] Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [28] Shooting movies [29] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [30] Intelligent Auto [31] Superior Auto [32] About Scene Recognition [33] The advantages of automatic shooting [34] Program Auto [35] Sweep Panorama [36] Scene Selection [37]...
Page 4 Smart Telecon. [49] Using the flash Using flash [50] Flash Mode [51] Flash Comp. [52] FEL Lock [53] Flash control [54] Power ratio [55] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [56] DISP Button (Finder) [57] DISP Button (Monitor) [58] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [59] Aspect Ratio (still image) [60]...
Page 5: Adjusting The Exposure
Focus Magnifier [73] Focus Magnif. Time [74] Peaking Level [75] Peaking Color [76] Eye-Start AF (still image) [77] AF Illuminator (still image) [78] AF Micro Adj. [79] AF w/ shutter (still image) [80] AF On [81] Eye AF [82] AF drive speed (still image) [83] AF Track Sens (still image) [84] AF Track Sens (movie) [85] Measuring the exact distance to the subject [86]...
Page 6 Self-timer [101] Self-timer(Cont) [102] Cont. Bracket [103] Single Bracket [104] WB bracket [105] DRO Bracket [106] Bracket order [107] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [108] Multi Frame NR [109] Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt. (DRO) [110] Auto HDR [111] Adjusting color tones White Balance [112] Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [113]...
Page 7: Customizing The Shooting Functions For Convenient Use
Wind Noise Reduct. [123] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [124] MOVIE Button [125] Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [126] Function Menu Set. [127] Custom Key Settings [128] Function of the focus hold button [129] Function of the AEL button [130] Function of the ISO button [131] Function of the Exposure Compensation button [132] Function of the WB button [133]...
Page 8: Viewing Still Images
Auto Review [151] Live View Display [152] FINDER/MONITOR [153] Release w/o Lens [154] SteadyS. w/ shut. [155] e-Front Curtain Shut. [156] Superior Auto (Image Extraction) [157] Superior Auto (Cont. Shooting) [158] Shading Comp. [159] Chro. Aber. Comp. [160] Distortion Comp. [161] Dial / Wheel Lock [162] Deactivate Monitor [163] Aperture Preview [164]...
Page 9: Using Viewing Functions
Playing back panoramic images [173] Printing Specify Printing [174] Using viewing functions View Mode [175] Display Rotation [176] Slide Show [177] Rotate [178] Protect [179] 4K Still Image PB [180] Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV [181] Viewing images on a “BRAVIA”...
Page 10: Viewing On Computers
Demo Mode [195] HDMI Resolution [196] CTRL FOR HDMI [197] HDMI Info. Display [198] USB Connection [199] USB LUN Setting [200] Language [201] Date/Time Setup [202] Area Setting [203] Format [204] File Number [205] Select REC Folder [206] New Folder [207] Folder Name [208] Recover Image DB [209] Display Media Info.
Page 11 Installing Remote Camera Control [221] Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control [222] Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer [223] Importing images to the computer [224] Disconnecting the product from the computer [225] Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created [226] Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies [227] Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies...
Page 12: If You Have Problems
Plug adaptor [237] On TV color systems [238] Other information License [239] Trademarks Trademarks [240] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [241] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [242] You cannot turn on the product.
Page 13: Viewing Images
The flash does not work. [250] Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [251] The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [252] The date and time are recorded incorrectly. [253] The aperture value and/or shutter speed and/or metering indicator flashes. [254] The image colors are not correct.
Page 14: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
Formatted the memory card by mistake. [276] Printing You cannot print images. [277] The color of the image is strange. [278] Images are printed with both edges cut off. [279] You cannot print images with the date. [280] Others The lens gets fogged. [281] The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time.
Page 15 First check the model name of your camera. The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Supplied with all models: Camera (1) BC-VM10A Battery charger (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (supplied in some countries/regions) Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera.
Page 16 ILCA-68K DT 18-55 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) [2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts (Front side) 1. Shutter button 2. Power switch 3. Control dial 4. Self-timer lamp 5. Lens contacts* 6.
Page 17 [3] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts (Rear side) 1. Eyepiece cup 2. Eye sensor 3. MENU button 4. Viewfinder* When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and when you take your face away from the viewfinder, the screen mode returns to the monitor mode.
Page 18 (Display panel illumination) button Image sensor position mark For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony website in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used.
Page 19 [5] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts (Sides/Bottom) 1. Hooks for shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. 2. Microphone jack When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is turned off automatically.
Page 20 Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. [6] How to Use...
Page 21: List Of Icons On The Screen
[7] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. Monitor mode For playback (Basic information display) Viewfinder mode In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode...
Page 22 P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode P P* A S M Shooting mode Register number Scene Recognition icons Memory card status/Uploading status Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 12M / 6.0M / 20M / 10M / 5.1M Image size of still images Image quality of still images...
Page 23 Frame rate of movies Image size of movies Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress Setting Effect OFF No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduction SteadyShot/Camera shake warning Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom Spot metering area Audio level...
Page 24 Recording mode of movies DPOF DPOF set Auto Obj. Framing Smart Telecon. PC Remote Drive mode Flash mode/Red-eye reduction ±0.0 Flash compensation Focus mode Focus area Smile/Face Detect. Metering mode 7500K A5 G5 White balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) D-Range Optimizer/Auto HDR +3 +3 +3 Creative Style/Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness...
Page 25 Smile detection sensitivity indicator Zebra EV scale AF Range Control Exposure compensation/Flash compensation gauge Exposure compensation/Metered Manual REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Focus 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture Value ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity AE lock/FEL lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram...
Page 26: Display Panel
Auto HDR image warning Picture Effect error 2016-1-1 10:37PM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode [8] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators Display panel You can set the shutter speed and aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, ISO, white balance, drive mode, and image quality, etc., using the display panel on top of the camera.
Page 27: Image Quality
White Balance Drive Mode Image quality Remaining battery Number of recordable images* Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9,999 images, "9999" will appear on the display panel. To turn on the display panel backlight Press the illumination button (A) on top of the camera. If you press the button again, the display panel backlight will turn off.
Page 28: Using The Shoulder Strap
[9] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach both ends of the strap. [10] How to Use Before Use Attaching the eyepiece cup Attaching the eyepiece cup It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder.
Page 29: Adjusting The Viewfinder (Diopter-Adjustment)
To remove the eyepiece cup, grasp it on the left and right sides and lift it up. [11] How to Use Before Use Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) Adjust the diopter scale to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust the dial.
Page 30: Charging The Battery Pack Using A Charger
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → desired functions assigned to the button → [In-Camera Guide] 2. Press the MENU or Fn button. 3. Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right side on the control wheel. 4. Press the button to which the [In-Camera Guide] function is assigned. The operation guide for the MENU item you have selected in step 3 is displayed.
Page 31 The charging time differs depending on the remaining charge of the battery pack and on the charging conditions. Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Page 32: Inserting The Battery Pack Into The Camera
disconnected. If any trouble occurs while this unit is in use, unplug it from the wall outlet (wall socket) to disconnect the power. When the camera is being used for the first time or when you use a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time.
Page 33: Battery Life And The Number Of Images That Can Be Recorded/Played Back Using A Battery Pack
The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using the lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) [Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual][±0] [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual][±0] The number for "Shooting (still images)" is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 34: Supplying Power Using A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)
The flash is used once every two times. The power is turned on and off once every ten times. The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions: The image quality is set to XAVC S 30p 50M/25p 50M.
Page 35: Inserting A Memory Card
Be careful not to drop the battery pack. [18] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Inserting a memory card How to insert a memory card 1. Slide the memory card cover to open it. 2.
Page 36: Removing The Memory Card
[19] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Removing the memory card How to remove the memory card 1. Open the memory card cover. 2. Make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit. 3.
Page 37 When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. 2. Mount the lens by aligning the two orange index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
Page 38: Removing The Lens
Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens. Do not use force when attaching a lens. E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera. When you use a lens with a tripod socket, attach a tripod to the tripod socket of the lens to help balance the weight of the lens.
Page 39: Notes On Changing The Lens
Notes on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
Page 40: Using The Control Wheel
[24] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press on the center of the control wheel. The DISP (Display Setting) is assigned to the top side of the control wheel.
Page 41 2. Select the desired MENU item using the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press in the center of the control wheel. The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu] setting.
Page 42: Using The Fn (Function) Button
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. 1. Press the DISP button, and then press the Fn (Function) button in a screen mode other than [For viewfinder].
Page 43 perform the settings. [27] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the "Quick Navi" You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen when using the viewfinder. The displayed contents and their position shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
Page 44: Shooting Still Images
Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 4, then press on the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow the operating guide (A) to perform the settings. [28] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images...
Page 45: Focus Indicator
2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, the indicator ( ) lights up. 4. Press the shutter button fully down. Focus indicator lights: Image is in the focus.
Page 46: Shooting Movies
Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie). 2. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. 3. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie).
Page 47: Available Functions
Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial. Available functions (Auto Mode): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product. P (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)).
Page 48: Intelligent Auto
Intelligent Auto The product analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1. Set the mode dial to (Auto Mode). 2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Auto Mode] →[Intelligent Auto]. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial.
Page 49 2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Auto Mode] → [Superior Auto]. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial. 3. Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes a scene, scene recognition icon appears on the screen.
Page 50: About Scene Recognition
About Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode. This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Scene Recognition: Icons and guides such as (Portrait), (Infant), (Night Portrait), (Night Scene), (Backlight Portrait),...
Page 51: Program Auto
In [Intelligent Auto] mode, you may not be able to shoot dark scenes or back-lit subjects clearly. In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the product creates a composite image. [35] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value).
Page 52 camera. 1. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2. Point the camera at the subject. 3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition. (A) This part will not be shot. 4.
Page 53: Scene Selection
panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time. If this happens, try shooting after changing [Panorama: Size] to [Standard]. Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part may not be recorded smoothly in some cases.
Page 54: Sports Action
Sports Action: Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The product shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Macro: Shoots close-ups of the subjects, such as flowers, insects, food, or small items. Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.
Page 55: Hand-Held Twilight
Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. Note In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.
Page 56 [Smile/Face Detect.] Long Exposure NR] High ISO NR] Auto Obj. Framing] [Picture Effect] [Center Lock-on AF] [Eye AF] The speed of continuous shooting is estimated using Sony's criteria. The speed of continuous shooting may be slower, depending on the shooting conditions.
Page 57: Shutter Priority
[39] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter.
Page 58: Manual Exposure
1. Set the mode dial to A (Aperture Priority). 2. Select the desired value by turning the control dial. Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and beyond the subject are blurred. Larger F-value: The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus. 3.
Page 59 Note When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value automatically changes to achieve the appropriate exposure using the aperture value and shutter speed you have set. If the aperture value and shutter speed you have set are not suitable for appropriate exposure, the ISO value indicator will blink.
Page 60: Memory Recall
When shooting in [Tele-zoom Cont. AE] mode. When the [Smile Shutter] function is activated. When the [Auto HDR] function is activated. When [Picture Effect] is set to [HDR Painting] or [Rich-tone Mono.]. When the [Multi Frame NR] function is activated. When the [Drive Mode] function is set to [Cont.
Page 61: Menu Item Details
2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Movie] → desired setting. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial. 3. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Page 62: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
[46] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.
Page 63: Zoom Setting
[47] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom Setting You can select the zoom setting of the product. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Optical zoom only (default setting): Optical zoom is activated.
Page 64: Smart Telecon
[49] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Smart Telecon. Smart Teleconverter magnifies and trims the center of the image, then records it. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → assign the [Smart Telecon.] function to the desired key. 2.
Page 65: Flash Mode
Note If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause malfunction. You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up. When an external flash (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority over the setting of the product.
Page 66: Flash Comp
as a moving car or a walking person. Wireless: Allows you to shoot by removing the remote control-compatible external flash (sold separately) and using it at a distance from the camera. The shading effect gives the subject a more three-dimensional feel. Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode.
Page 67: Flash Control
2. Press the button to which [FEL Lock toggle] is registered, and set the flash amount. A pre-flash flashes. (FEL lock) flashes. Select MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → desired button → [FEL Lock toggle] to register the function in advance. 3.
Page 68: Manual Flash
The camera's flash control uses the focus distance information and brightness value of the subject when the pre-flash is reflected. This gives precise flash control without hardly being affected by the reflective level of the subject. Pre-flash TTL: The camera's flash control uses the brightness value of the subject when the pre-flash is reflected.
Page 69: Switching The Screen Display (Shooting)
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Power ratio] → desired setting. MENU item details 1/1 (default value) / 1/2 / 1/4 / 1/8 / 1/16 [56] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) You can change the display contents on the screen.
Page 70: Disp Button (Finder)
Histogram For viewfinder* * [For viewfinder] is displayed only on the screen. Some display modes are not available in the default settings. To change the display modes, press MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting.
Page 71: Disp Button (Monitor)
Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the viewfinder using (Display Setting) in shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available.
Page 72: For Viewfinder
Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder: Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder. [59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper.
Page 73: Quality (Still Image)
3:2 (default setting): Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. [61] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image) Selects the compression format of still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Quality] →...
Page 74: Panorama: Size
Note If images are not to be modified using your computer, we recommend that you record images in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration to RAW format images. [62] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Size Sets the image size when shooting panoramic images.
Page 75 Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom. [64] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Changing the focus method using the focus mode switch You can select the focusing method to suit the movement of the subject. 1.
Page 76: Focus Area
Hint If you cannot achieve focus for the intended subject using auto focus, select MF, then shoot again. [65] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.
Page 77: Center Lock-On Af
[66] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Center Lock-on AF When you press the center button, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 78: Af Area Auto Clear
When the subject to be tracked disappears from the screen, Lock-on AF is released. When [Center Lock-on AF] is set to [On], the camera may not be able to resume tracking for a while after it loses the track of the subject. [67] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus...
Page 79 [69] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Flexible Spot Points Sets whether to use all of the AF Area Points or only the limited 15 points. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Flexible Spot Points] → desired setting. Menu item details All (default setting): All the AF Area Points are used.
Page 80: Manual Focus
1. Set the focus mode switch to AF. 2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Mode] → [Single-shot AF]. 3. Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down. The focus is locked. 4. Keep pressing the shutter button halfway down, and place the subject back in the original position to re-compose the shot.
Page 81: Focus Magnif. Time
You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier]. 2. Press on the center of the control wheel to enlarge the image and select the position you want to enlarge using up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3.
Page 82: Peaking Level
[75] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus shooting. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Level] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Sets the peaking level to high.
Page 83: Eye-Start Af (Still Image)
Enhances outlines in yellow. White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white. [77] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Eye-Start AF (still image) Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
Page 84: Af Micro Adj
Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens. You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konica-Minolta lens of the same specification.
Page 85 Selects whether to focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway down. Select [Off] to adjust the focus and the exposure separately. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ AF w/ shutter] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): The auto focus operates when you press the shutter button halfway down.
Page 86 function to the desired button. 2. Point the camera at a person's face, and press the button to which you have assigned the [Eye AF] function. 3. Press the shutter button while pressing the button. Note The camera may not be able to focus on the eyes depending on the circumstances, such as when no eyes can be detected within the auto focus area.
Page 87: Af Track Sens (Still Image)
[84] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF Track Sens (still image) You can select the sensitivity for AF tracking when shooting still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ AF Track Sens] → desired setting. Menu item details 5 (High) / 4 / 3 (Mid) (default setting) / 2 / 1 (Low): Select [5 (High)] to shoot fast-moving subjects.
Page 88: Af Range Control
mark shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact distance between the product and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line. The image sensor is the part that converts the light source to a digital signal. Note If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed.
Page 89: Priority Setup
Focus areas of the subject that are within the set AF range area will be displayed in yellow. 3. Press the C2 (Custom 2) button again and decide the shooting distance. The restricted area will remain displayed. Focus areas of the subject that are within the set distance will be displayed in yellow. To end the AF range control function Press the C2 (Custom 2) button again.
Page 90: Exposure Compensation Button
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Priority setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Images are shot prioritizing focus. Release: The shutter is released even when focus has not been achieved. Balanced Emphasis (default setting): Images are shot balancing both focus and photo opportunity. [89] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure...
Page 91: Metering Mode
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). Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). 1.
Page 92 the screen (Center-weighted metering). Spot: Measures only the central area (Spot metering). This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background. Note [Multi] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Zoom functions other than optical zoom...
Page 93: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)
If you select the [AEL toggle] function in [Custom Key Settings], you can lock the exposure without holding down the AEL button. [93] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure AEL w/ shutter (still image) Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. 1.
Page 94: Exposure Set. Guide
Menu item details Ambient&flash (default setting): 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. [95] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Zebra The zebra pattern will appear over part of an image if the brightness level of that part meets the IRE level that you set.
Page 95: Exposure Step
Displays the guide. [97] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure step You can set the setting range for the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV (default setting)/0.5EV [98] How to Use...
Page 96: Cont. Shooting
You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Single Shooting (default setting): Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer: Shoots an image after 10 or 2 seconds.
Page 97 Menu Item Details Continuous Shooting: Hi (default setting): Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 5 images per second. Continuous Shooting: Lo: Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 2.5 images per second. Hint To hold the focus and exposure during burst, change the following settings.
Page 98: Self-Timer(Cont)
[102] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Self-timer(Cont) Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after 10 seconds. You can choose the best shot from several shots taken. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Self-timer(Cont)]. 2.
Page 99 Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 5 Image: This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.5EV 3 Image: This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.5 EV.
Page 100: Single Bracket
changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. 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.
Page 101 minus 0.7 EV. Single Bracket: 1.0EV 3 Image: This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 1.0 EV. Single Bracket: 1.0EV 5 Images: This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 1.0 EV.
Page 102: Dro Bracket
Menu item details White Balance Bracket: Lo (default setting): Records a series of three images with small changes in the white balance. White Balance Bracket: Hi: Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review.
Page 103 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Bracket order] → desired setting Menu item details 0→-→+ (default setting): Records in the following order: 0 → − → +. -→0→+: Records in the following order: − → 0 → +. [108] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index).
Page 104: Multi Frame Nr
Hint You can change the automatically set ISO sensitivity range for the [ISO AUTO] mode. Select [ISO AUTO] and press the right side of the control wheel, and set the desired values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum]. The values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] are also applied when shooting in [ISO AUTO] mode under [Multi Frame NR].
Page 105 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [D-Range Opt.]. 2. Select the desired setting using the left/right side of the control wheel. Menu item details D-Range Optimizer: Auto (default setting): Corrects the brightness automatically. D-Range Optimizer: Lv1 ― D-Range Optimizer: Lv5: Optimizes the gradation of a recorded image for each divided area.
Page 106: White Balance
the following exposure levels: −1.0 EV, correct exposure and +1.0 EV. Note [Auto HDR] is not available for RAW images. When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Sweep Panorama], [Tele-zoom Cont. AE] or [Scene Selection], you cannot select [Auto HDR]. When [Multi Frame NR] is selected, you cannot select [Auto HDR].
Page 107: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode
Incandescent: The color temperature is adjusted for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio. Fluor.: Warm White: The color temperature is adjusted for warm white fluorescent lighting. Fluor.: Cool White: The color temperature is adjusted for white fluorescent lighting. Fluor.: Day White: The color temperature is adjusted for neutral white fluorescent lighting.
Page 108: Picture Effect
In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [White Balance] → [Custom Setup]. You can also set the white balance by pressing the WB (White Balance) button.
Page 109 Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white. Retro Photo: Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. Soft High-key: Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. Partial Color: Creates an image which retains a specific color, but converts others to black and white.
Page 110: Creative Style
You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product processes the image after the shot. Also, you cannot shoot another image until image processing is finished. You cannot use these effects with movies. [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Rich-tone Mono.] [Miniature] [Watercolor]...
Page 111 For shooting images in clear tones with limpid colors in highlight, suitable for capturing radiant light. Deep: For shooting images with deep and dense colors, suitable for capturing the solid presence of the subject. Light: For shooting images with bright and simple colors, suitable for capturing a refreshingly light ambience.
Page 112: Movie Recording Formats
Adjusts the sharpness. The higher the value selected, the more the contours are accentuated, and the lower the value selected, the more the contours are softened. Note [Standard] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off].
Page 113: Record Setting (Movie)
Selects the movie file format. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S: Records HD movies in XAVC S format. This file format is suitable for high bit rates. Audio: LPCM In order to record movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S], the following kind of memory card is needed:...
Page 114 When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD] 60i/50i: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 fields/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50 fields/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlaced mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format. 24p/25p: Movies are recorded at approximately 24 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format.
Page 115: Steadyshot (Movie)
60p 28M(PS)*: 50p 28M(PS)**: Records the highest image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p). Bit-rate: Approx. 28 Mbps (Max.) 24p 24M(FX)*: 25p 24M(FX)**: Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Bit-rate: Approx. 24 Mbps (Max.) 24p 17M(FH)*: 25p 17M(FH)**: Records standard image quality movies of 1920 ×...
Page 116: Audio Recording
Sets [ SteadyShot] effect when shooting movies. If you set the [ SteadyShot] effect to [Off] when using a tripod (sold separately), a natural image is produced. (Camera Settings) → [ SteadyShot] → desired setting. 1. MENU→ Menu item details Uses [ SteadyShot].
Page 117: Audio Rec Level
Sets whether to display the audio level on the screen. (Custom Settings) → [Audio Level Display] → desired setting. 1. MENU→ Menu item details On (default setting): Displays the audio level. Off: Does not display the audio level. Note The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off].
Page 118: Wind Noise Reduct
(Microphone) terminal input. Hint When you record audio movies with loud volumes, set [Audio Rec Level] to a lower sound level. Doing so enables you to record more realistic audio. When you record audio movies with lower volumes, set [Audio Rec Level] to a greater sound level to make the sound easier to hear.
Page 119: Movie Button
On (default setting): Uses [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The shutter speed automatically slows when recording in dark locations. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations. Off: Does not use [ Auto Slow Shut.].
Page 120: To Recall Registered Settings
2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Memory] → desired number. Items that can be registered Shooting mode Aperture (F number) Shutter speed Camera Settings To recall registered settings Select the memory number from “1,” “2” or “3” on the mode dial. To change registered settings Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number.
Page 121 desired key. Note Some functions cannot be assigned to certain keys. [129] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the focus hold button Allows you to assign a function to the focus hold button on the lens. 1.
Page 122 Once you assign a function to the ISO button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the ISO button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [ISO Button] → desired setting.
Page 123 Function of the Drive Mode button Once you assign a function to the Drive Mode button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the Drive Mode button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Drive Mode Button] → desired setting.
Page 124: Function Of The Center Button
[137] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the center button Once you assign a function to the center button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the center button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1.
Page 125: Smile Shutter
performs image processing automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the Face Detection function. On (Regist. Faces) (default setting): Detects the registered face with higher priority using [Face Registration]. Detects a face without giving higher priority to the registered face.
Page 126: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)
Note You cannot use the Face Detection function with the following functions: [Sweep Panorama] [Picture Effect] is set to [Posterization]. When using the [Focus Magnifier] function. [Tele-zoom Cont. AE] [Scene Selection] is set to [Landscape], [Night Scene] or [Sunset]. Up to eight 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.
Page 127: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)
If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a priority when [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration]. 2. Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3.
Page 128: Red-Eye Reduction
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]. [144] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 129: Steadyshot (Still Image)
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Obj. Framing] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Does not trim images. Auto: Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition. Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions.
Page 130: High Iso Nr (Still Image)
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Long Exposure NR] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is open. When noise reduction is in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the image quality.
Page 131: Color Space (Still Image)
[149] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image.
Page 132: Auto Review
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 (default setting): Does not display the grid line.
Page 133 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Live View Display] → desired setting. Menu item details Setting Effect ON (default setting): Displays Live View in conditions close to what your picture will look like as a result of applying all your settings. This setting is useful when you want to shoot pictures while checking the results of the shot on the Live View screen.
Page 134: Release W/O Lens
Viewfinder automatically. Manual: The product does not switch between the monitor display and the Electronic Viewfinder display automatically. You can switch the display by pressing the FINDER/MONITOR button. Hint If you want to switch the display mode temporarily when [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto], press the FINDER/MONITOR button.
Page 135 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ SteadyS. w/ shut.] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting) : Image blur is reduced while pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Image blur is not reduced while pressing the shutter button halfway down. If you want to save battery power, select [Off].
Page 136: Shading Comp
Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in [Superior Auto]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Superior Auto] → [Image Extraction] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Saves one appropriate image selected by the product. Off: Saves all of the images.
Page 137: Chro. Aber. Comp
Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Lens Comp.] → [Shading Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Off: Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen.
Page 138: Dial / Wheel Lock
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Lens Comp.] → [Distortion Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Off (default setting): Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off].
Page 139: Aperture Preview
When you press the key to which the [Deactivate Monitor] function has been assigned, the monitor turns black, and the screen display is locked to [No Disp. Info.]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → set the [Deactivate Monitor] function to the desired key.
Page 140: Playing Back Images
check the image preview with the DRO, shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity settings applied. Check the shooting result preview before shooting. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → set the [Shot. Result Preview] function to the desired key. 2.
Page 141: Image Index
If the image is too large, press the button to adjust the zoom scale. 2. Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel. 3. Press the MENU button, or in the center of the control wheel to exit the playback zoom.
Page 142: Switching The Screen Display (During Playback)
[169] How to Use Viewing Viewing still images Switching the screen display (during playback) Switches the screen display. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. The screen display switches in the order “Display Info. → Histogram → No Disp. Info. → Display Info.” each time you press the DISP button. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display.
Page 143: Playing Back Movies
You can delete multiple selected images. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Deletes the selected images. (1) Select the images to be deleted, then press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box.
Page 144: Playing Back Panoramic Images
: Pause : Fast-forward : Fast-rewind : Forward slow playback : Reverse slow playback : Next movie file : Previous movie file : Displays the next frame : Displays the previous frame : Sound volume adjustment : Closes the operation panel Hint “Forward slow playback,”...
Page 145: Specify Printing
actual size, or may not scroll correctly. [174] How to Use Viewing Printing Specify Printing You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.”...
Page 146: Display Rotation
Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S View: Displays only XAVC S-format movies. [176] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Display Rotation...
Page 147 Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] (default setting), in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once. Interval: Select the display interval for images from among [1 Sec], [3 Sec] (default setting), [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec].
Page 148: Still Image Pb
Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed on protected images. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Protect] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. (1) Select the image to be protected, then press on the center of the control wheel.
Page 149: Viewing Images On An Hd Tv
3. Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4. Turn on this product. 5. Play back a still image, then press the bottom of the control wheel. The still image is output in 4K resolution. You can output still images in 4K resolution by selecting MENU → (Playback) →...
Page 150: Viewing Images On A "Bravia" Sync-Compatible Tv
Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 151: Monitor Brightness
By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product's playback functions with the TV remote control. 1. Turn off both this product and the TV. 2. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of the product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
Page 152: Viewfinder Bright
You can adjust the brightness of the screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting. Menu item details Manual (default setting): 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.
Page 153: Finder Color Temp
Finder Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,”...
Page 154: Upload Settings(Eye-Fi)
Sounds are not produced. [188] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot.
Page 155: Mode Dial Guide
(error) is displayed, remove the memory card and reinsert it, or turn the product off and then on again. If the indicator appears again, the Eye-Fi card may be damaged. Wireless LAN communication may be influenced by other communication devices. If the communication status is poor, move closer to the access point to be connected.
Page 156: Delete Confirm
[191] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Delete confirm. You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as the default setting on the delete confirmation screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete"...
Page 157: Cleaning Mode
Plays back movies recorded with the product on a PAL/NTSC system TV. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [PAL/NTSC Selector] → [Enter] Note This function is provided with 1080 50i-compatible devices only. It is not provided with 1080 60i-compatible devices. The 1080 50i-compatible devices have a “50i” mark on the bottom of the product.
Page 158: Demo Mode
7. After you finish cleaning the image sensor, push down the mirror until it clicks. Push down either side (B) of the mirror. 8. Attach the lens. When you attach the lens, confirm that the mirror is completely pushed down. Note A blower is not supplied with this product.
Page 159: Hdmi Resolution
The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Demo Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details The movie playback demonstration starts automatically if the product is not operated for about one minute.
Page 160: Ctrl For Hdmi
If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i] or [1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. [197] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product by aiming the TV remote control at the TV.
Page 161: Usb Connection
[199] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to this product. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB Connection] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected.
Page 162: Date/Time Setup
Menu item details Multi (default setting): Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. [201] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1.
Page 163: File Number
Sets the area where you are using the product. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. [204] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Format Formats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card.
Page 164: Select Rec Folder
assigned.) [206] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Select REC Folder You can change the folder on the memory card where still images and MP4 movies are to be recorded. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting.
Page 165: Recover Image Db
Still images you shoot are recorded in a folder that is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the way folder names are assigned. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Folder Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard Form (default setting): The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF.
Page 166: Setting Reset
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. [211] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Version Displays the software version of this product and the lens. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. [212] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings.
Page 167: Installing Playmemories Home
You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ [214] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software PlayMemories Home With PlayMemories Home, you can do the following: You can import images shot with this product to your computer.
Page 168: Software For Mac Computers
DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only). [216] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software...
Page 169: Installing Image Data Converter
[218] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software Installing Image Data Converter 1. 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/ Note Log on as Administrator. [219] How to Use Viewing on computers...
Page 170: Installing Remote Camera Control
Finder → [Applications] → [Image Data Converter] → [Image Data Converter], and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Image Data Converter Guide]. For details on operation, you can also refer to the “Image Data Converter” support page (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ [220] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software...
Page 171: Connecting The Product To A Computer
For Windows 8, start [Remote Camera Control], and right-click the title bar to select [Remote Camera Control Help]. Mac: Finder → [Applications] → [Remote Camera Control], and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Remote Camera Control Help]. [223] How to Use Viewing on computers Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer...
Page 172: Disconnecting The Product From The Computer
Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 173: Selecting A Disc To Be Created
(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 174: 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 175: 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 176 With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD disc using PlayMemories Home. Your computer must be able to create DVD discs. When you create a DVD disc for the first time, connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable.
Page 177: On Operating Temperatures
In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the product. This may cause the product to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. On operating temperatures Your product is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F).
Page 178: Notes On The Flash
Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High Profile Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format This product also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, play back movies recorded in MP4 format with this product on MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 supported devices.
Page 179: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery
[231] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or whether the battery pack is charged or discharged.
Page 180: Battery Life
different battery pack, and check whether the battery charger operates correctly. If the battery charger operates correctly, the first battery pack may be malfunctioning. If the battery pack is dirty, the battery pack may not charge correctly. Wipe off the dirt with a dry cloth.
Page 181 You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. For movies, refer to “Memory cards that can be used for movie recording” on this page. Usable Memory Stick media Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Memory Stick Micro (M2) (Mark2) *Memory Stick media with a capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and proven to operate...
Page 182 When an SDHC memory card is used to record XAVC S movies over extended periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files of 4 GB. The divided files can be integrated into a single file using PlayMemories Home. Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly.
Page 183: Cleaning The Camera Body
so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards.) To use a Memory Stick Micro media with this product, be sure to insert the Memory Stick Micro media into an M2 Adaptor as large as Duo size. If you insert a Memory Stick Micro media into the product without an M2 Adaptor as large as Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the product.
Page 184: Cleaning The Monitor
Do not expose the product to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide. Do not touch the product with any of the above on your hand. Do not leave the product in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Cleaning the monitor If oil from your hand or hand cream, etc., remain on the monitor, the original coating may become easily removable.
Page 185: Recordable Time Of Movies
32 GB: 1600 images 64 GB: 3250 images RAW & JPEG 2 GB: 53 images 4 GB: 105 images 8 GB: 215 images 16 GB: 435 images 32 GB: 880 images 64 GB: 1750 images 2 GB: 73 images 4 GB: 145 images 8 GB: 295 images 16 GB: 600 images 32 GB: 1200 images...
Page 186 16 GB: 35 m 32 GB: 1 h 15 m 64 GB: 2 h 35 m 30p 50M 25p 50M 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 35 m 32 GB: 1 h 15 m 64 GB: 2 h 35 m 24p 50M (Only for 1080 60i compatible models.) 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 35 m...
Page 187: Plug Adaptor
32 GB: 4 h 5 m 64 GB: 8 h 15 m File Format]:[MP4] 1440×1080 12M 8 GB: 1 h 20 m 16 GB: 2 h 45 m 32 GB: 5 h 30 m 64 GB: 11 h 5 m VGA 3M 8 GB: 4 h 55 m 16 GB: 10 h...
Page 188: Notes On The License
To view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use the same color television system. Check the TV color system for the country or region where you are using the product. NTSC system: Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
Page 189 We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. [240] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Memory Stick, , Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo,...
Page 190: You Cannot Insert The Battery Pack Into The Product
3. Initialize the settings. 4. 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/ [242] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
Page 191: The Power Turns Off Suddenly
before use. Make sure that the battery is NP-FM500H . [244] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The power turns off suddenly. Depending on the product and battery pack temperature, the product may turn off automatically to protect itself. In this case, a message is displayed on the product screen before the product turns off.
Page 192: You Cannot Record Images
You cannot record images. You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Check the free capacity of the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash. The lens is not attached properly.
Page 193: Fuzzy White Circular Spots Appear On Images Shot Using The Flash
[Night Scene] or [Hand-held Twilight] in Scene Selection is selected. During Sweep Panorama shooting. During movie recording. [251] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction.
Page 194: The Image Colors Are Not Correct
The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings. Readjust the settings. [255] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image colors are not correct. Adjust [White Balance]. [Picture Effect] is set. Set [Picture Effect] to [Off]. To reset settings to default, perform [Setting Reset].
Page 195: You Cannot Shoot Images Continuously
[259] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies You cannot shoot images continuously. The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack. [260] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is not clear in the viewfinder. Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter-adjustment dial.
Page 196: The Image Is Blurred
the image to appear too dark (insufficient light). You may compensate for this phenomenon with [Shading Comp.]. [263] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is blurred. Make sure that [SteadyShot] is set to [On]. The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended.
Page 197: Images Cannot Be Played Back
[Dial / Wheel Lock] to [Unlock]. [267] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images Images cannot be played back. Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the product. The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than this product, playback on this product is not guaranteed.
Page 198: The Computer Does Not Recognize This Product
images that you do not want to delete. [271] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images A DPOF mark cannot be put. You cannot place DPOF marks on RAW images. [272] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers The computer does not recognize this product. Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage]. Use the micro USB cable (supplied) to connect the devices.
Page 199: Images Exported From A Computer Cannot Be Viewed On This Product
You are playing back the movie directly from the memory card. Import the movie to your computer using PlayMemories Home and play it back. [275] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. Use PlayMemories Home to copy images that are stored on a computer onto a memory card inserted into this product and view them on this product.
Page 200: Images Are Printed With Both Edges Cut Off
[279] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing Images are printed with both edges cut off. Depending on your printer, the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with [ Aspect Ratio] set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
Page 201: The Product Becomes Warm When You Use It For A Long Time
If an AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the product again. If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or...
Page 202: Warning Messages
Sony service facility. [286] Troubleshooting Messages Messages 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 cleaning mode will not operate when the remaining battery charge is less than (3).
Page 203: Unable To Print
System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated.
Page 204: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling
[287] Troubleshooting Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling The product cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change the shooting mode, then shoot the images again.
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