Sony a9 II Help Manual
Sony a9 II Help Manual

Sony a9 II Help Manual

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©2019 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
E-mount
Instruction Manual
"Help Guide" (Web manual)
Refer to "Help Guide" for in-depth
instructions on the many functions
of the camera.
https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1960/h_zz/
ILCE-9M2
5-010-473-11(1)

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  • Page 1 5-010-473-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera E-mount Instruction Manual “Help Guide” (Web manual) Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1960/h_zz/ ©2019 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand ILCE-9M2...
  • Page 2: Check Out The Help Guide

    The “Help Guide” is an on-line manual that you can read on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for details on menu items, advanced usage, and the latest information on the camera. Scan here https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1960/h_zz/ ILCE-9M2 Help Guide Instruction Manual In-Camera Guide (this book)
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Check out the Help Guide! ............2 Notes on using your camera........... 11 Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items .......15 Identifying parts ..............16 Front side ...............16 Rear side ................ 17 Top side ................19 Sides ................21 Bottom ................
  • Page 4 Shooting Shooting still images ............. 45 Focusing ................. 47 Focus Mode ..............47 Auto focus ................49 Focus Area ..............49 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical)  Switch V/H AF Area) .......... 54 AF/MF control ............... 55 AF On ................
  • Page 5 Single Bracket ............... 85 Indicator during bracket shooting ....... 86 WB bracket ..............87 DRO Bracket ..............88 Interval Shooting ..............90 Using touch function ............. 93 Touch Operation ............93 Touch Panel/Pad ............93 Touch Focus ..............94 Touch Tracking .............. 95 Selecting a still image size/image quality ......
  • Page 6 Selecting the ISO sensitivity ..........120 ISO Range Limit ............121 ISO AUTO Min. SS ............121 Using the zoom ..............123 The zoom features available with this product ..123 Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) ....124 About zoom scale ............125 White Balance ...............126 Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) ......
  • Page 7 Viewing Viewing images ..............159 Playing back still images ..........159 Enlarging an image being played back (  Enlarge Image) ..........160 Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) ............ 161 Playing back movies ............ 161 Photo Capture ..............162 Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) ............163 Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) ..........164...
  • Page 8 Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions ......... 176    Memory ..........176 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) ......... 177 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) ..............179 Customizing the functions of the dial ........181 Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) ............
  • Page 9 Using network functions Using the Wi-Fi/One-touch (NFC)/Bluetooth/wired LAN functions ................203 Installing Imaging Edge Mobile ......... 203 Recording location information to captured images ..........204 Transferring images to the FTP server ....... 204 Connecting the camera and a smartphone ......205 Using a smartphone as a remote control for the camera ............
  • Page 10 MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items ..............215 List of MENU items ..............216  (Camera Settings 1) ..........216  (Camera Settings 2) ..........222  (Network) ............... 226  (Playback) ..............227  (Setup) ..............229  (My Menu) ............. 232 List of icons on the monitor ..........233 Icons on the shooting screen ........
  • Page 11: Notes On Using Your Camera

    Notes on using your camera Notes on the monitor and Along with this section, also see “Precautions” in the Help Guide. electronic viewfinder • The monitor and electronic Notes on handling the product viewfinder are manufactured • This camera is designed to be dust using extremely high-precision resistant and splash resistant, but technology, and over 99.99% of the...
  • Page 12 Notes on discarding or transferring to faster than 1/4000 seconds. this product to others Sony lenses/accessories When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to Using this unit with products from...
  • Page 13 For example, unauthorized access to the camera may occur in network environments to which another network device is connected or can connect without permission. Sony LAN cable bears no responsibility for any loss Use a Category 5e or higher Shielded...
  • Page 14 For Customers in the U.S.A. For question regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-800-222-SONY (7669). Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WW942051 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
  • Page 15: Preparations For Shooting

    Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses • Shoulder strap (1) indicates the number of pieces. • Camera (1) • Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached to the camera) • Power cord (mains lead) (1)* •...
  • Page 16: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details. Front side  When the lens is removed ON/OFF (Power) switch (42)/Shutter button (45)  Front dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.  Infrared remote sensor ...
  • Page 17: Rear Side

    Rear side   Eyepiece cup C3 button (Custom button 3) To remove the eyepiece cup (179)/ (Protect) button Push the grips at the bottom (168) of the eyepiece cup to the left  MENU button (215) and right and lift up the cup. ...
  • Page 18   Diopter-adjustment dial For shooting: C4 button Adjust the diopter-adjustment (Custom button 4) (179) dial according to your eyesight For viewing: (Delete) button   until the display appears clearly (174) in the viewfinder. If it is hard to   (Playback) button (159) operate the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup...
  • Page 19: Top Side

    Top side   Mode dial (101)  Image sensor position The mode dial is unlocked mark while you hold down the • The image sensor is the unlock button at the center. sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The ...
  • Page 20 • If the subject is closer than * For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface the minimum shooting Shoe, visit the Sony website, or distance of the lens, the focus consult your Sony dealer or local cannot be confirmed. Make authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 21: Sides

    Sides    (Headphones) jack LAN terminal    (Flash sync) terminal (143) HDMI micro jack   Speaker USB Type-C terminal (22)   (Microphone) jack  Multi/Micro USB Terminal* When an external microphone (22) is connected, the built- This terminal supports Micro in microphone turns off USB-compatible devices.
  • Page 22 Supports SD cards only (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II) * 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. Notes on USB terminals You can use either the USB Type-C terminal or the Multi/ ...
  • Page 23 Notes on the cable protector Use the cable protector to prevent a cable from being disconnected when shooting images with the cable connected. To attach the cable protector  Open both of the jack covers on the monitor side.  Fit the two hooks on the rear side of the cable protector into the two notches to the left of the USB Type-C terminal and Multi/Micro USB...
  • Page 24: Bottom

    Bottom  Lock lever (36) To attach the battery cover Insert the shaft on one side  Battery insertion slot (36) of the battery cover into the  Battery cover (36) attachment site, and then When attaching an accessory push in the battery cover by such as a vertical grip attaching the shaft on the (sold separately), remove the...
  • Page 25: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Using the control wheel • You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. • The DISP (Display Setting) and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the top/right side of the control wheel.
  • Page 26: Using The Multi-Selector

    Using the multi-selector • Put your finger right on top of the multi-selector to manipulate it more precisely. • When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Zone], [Tracking: Flexible Spot], or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.
  • Page 27 Press the DISP on the control wheel repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder], and then press the Fn (Function) button. Fn button Select the desired function by pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Select the desired setting by turning the front dial, and press the center of the control wheel.
  • Page 28: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen

    To change the functions in the function menu (Function Menu Set.) The following is the procedure for changing [Drive Mode] in the function menu for still images to [Grid Line]. • To change the movie function menu, select a movie function menu item ...
  • Page 29 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen. • The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Auto mode P/A/S/M mode Select a function to set by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel.
  • Page 30 To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 5, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings. Operation guide Note •...
  • Page 31: Changing The Screen Display

    Changing the screen display Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. • To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder. •...
  • Page 32 During playback (Monitor/Viewfinder) Display Info. Histogram No Disp. Info. • 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...
  • Page 33: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)

    Note • The viewfinder display and the monitor display for shooting can be set separately. Look through the viewfinder to set the display settings for the viewfinder. • The information in the histogram display does not indicate the final photograph. It is information about image displayed on the screen. The final result depends on the aperture value, etc.
  • Page 34 Level: Indicates whether the product is level in both the front-back and horizontal directions. When the product is level in either direction, the indicator turns to green. Horizontal direction Front-back direction For viewfinder*: Displays only shooting information on the monitor, not the subject.
  • Page 35: Startup Guide

    CHARGE lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack and then re-insert it to recharge. • Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs.
  • Page 36: Step 2: Inserting The Battery Pack Into The Camera

    Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack while Lock lever pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Close the cover.
  • Page 37: Step 3: Inserting A Memory Card

    To charge the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the camera off and connect it to a device such as a computer using the USB cable. If you turn on the camera, power will be supplied from the computer or the device that you connected, and you will be able to operate the camera.
  • Page 38 Insert the SD card into the slot 1. • Both the slot 1 (upper) and the slot 2 (lower) only support SD memory cards (compatible with UHS-II). • This camera does not support Slot 1 Slot 2 Memory Stick media. • Insert the memory card with the terminal side facing toward you, until it clicks into place.
  • Page 39: Step 4: Attaching A Lens

    To remove the memory card Make sure that the access lamp (page 18) is not lit, and then push in the memory card once to remove Access lamp To record to memory cards in two slots The slot 1 is used in the default settings. If you do not intend to change the settings and will only use one memory card, use the slot 1.
  • Page 40 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera. • Hold the camera with the lens facing down to prevent dust or debris from entering the camera. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into...
  • Page 41 To remove the lens Keep pressing the lens release button and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. Lens release button Compatible lenses Lenses compatible with this camera are as follows: Lens Compatibility with the camera ...
  • Page 42: Step 5: Setting The Language And The Clock

    Step 5: Setting the language and the clock Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON” to turn on the camera. Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel. Control wheel Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press the center.
  • Page 43: Step 6: Shooting Images In Auto Mode

    Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set other items, then select [Enter] and press the center. Hint • To reset the date and time setting, use MENU (page 230). Note • This camera does not have a function for inserting the date into images. You can insert the date into images and then save and print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).
  • Page 44 To shoot movies Press the MOVIE button to start/stop recording. To play back images Press the (Playback) button to play back images. You can select the   desired image using the control wheel. To delete displayed image Press the (Delete) button while an image is displayed to delete it. Select  ...
  • Page 45: Shooting Still Images

    Shooting 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. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera.
  • Page 46 To shoot images with the focus locked on the desired subject (Focus-lock) Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.  Turn the focus mode dial to select AF-S (Single-shot AF). • Turn the focus mode dial while holding down the focus mode dial lock release button.
  • Page 47: Focusing

    Focusing Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. Turn the focus mode dial while Focus mode dial pressing the focus mode dial lock release button and select the desired mode. Focus mode dial lock release button AF-S (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete.
  • Page 48 Focus indicator   (lit): The subject is in focus and the focus is locked.   (flashing): The subject is not in focus.  (lit): The subject is in focus. The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movements of the subject.  (lit): Focusing is in progress.
  • Page 49: Auto Focus

    Auto focus Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Area]  desired setting. Wide: Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
  • Page 50 Examples of the focusing frame display The focusing frame differs as follows. When focusing on a larger area When focusing on a smaller area • When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area”...
  • Page 51 To move the focus area • You can move the focus area in [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Zone], [Tracking: Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], or [Tracking: Zone] by operating the multi-selector. If you assign [Focus Standard] to the center of the multi-selector beforehand, you can move the focusing frame back to the center of the monitor by pressing the center of the multi-selector.
  • Page 52 Focus Area Limit By limiting the types of available focus area settings in advance, you can more quickly select settings for [Focus Area]. MENU  (Camera Settings 1) [Focus Area Limit]    check marks to the focus areas that you want to use, and then select [OK].
  • Page 53 Focus Standard If you assign [Focus Standard] to the desired custom key, you can recall useful functions such as focusing on a subject in the center of the screen automatically in accordance with the focus area settings.  MENU   (Camera Settings 2) ...
  • Page 54: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) Switch V/H Af Area)

    Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (  Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/ vertical). This function is useful when shooting scenes for which you have to change the camera position frequently, such as portraits or sports scenes.
  • Page 55: Af/Mf Control

    Note • If the setting for [  Switch V/H AF Area] is changed, the focus settings for each camera orientation will not be retained. • The [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame will not change even when [  Switch V/H AF Area] is set to [AF Point + AF Area] or [AF Point Only] in the following situations: –...
  • Page 56: Af On

    AF On You can focus without pressing the shutter button halfway down. The settings for the focus mode dial will be applied. Press the AF-ON (AF On) button while shooting in autofocus mode. Hint • Set [  AF w/ shutter] to [Off] when you do not want to perform auto focusing using the shutter button.
  • Page 57 Right/Left Eye Select: Specifies the eye to be detected when [Subject Detection] is set to [Human]. If [Right Eye] or [Left Eye] is selected, only the selected eye is detected. [Auto]: The camera detects eyes automatically. [Right Eye]: The right eye of the subject (the eye on the left side from the photographer’s perspective) is detected.
  • Page 58 [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key. The camera can focus on human eyes as long as you are pressing the key. This is useful when you want to temporarily apply the Eye AF function to the entire screen regardless of the setting for [Focus Area].
  • Page 59 Hint • When [Right/Left Eye Select] is not set to [Auto], or you execute [Switch Right/Left Eye] using the custom key, the eye detection frame appears. Even when [Right/Left Eye Select] is set to [Auto], if [Face/Eye Frame Display] is set to [On], the eye detection frame will appear over detected eyes during movie shooting.
  • Page 60: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)

    • You cannot use the face/eye detection function with the following functions: – Zoom functions other than the optical zoom. – [Posterization] under [Picture Effect] – Focus Magnifier – Movie shooting with [  Record Setting] set to [120p]/[100p] – When [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] during slow-motion/ quick-motion shooting.
  • Page 61: Registering The Current Focus Area ( Af Area Registration)

    Setting the start position to track by touch operation ([Touch Tracking] under [Func. of Touch Operation]) You can set the subject to track by touching it on the monitor (page 95). • This function is available in still image shooting mode and movie shooting mode.
  • Page 62 How to call up the registered focus area  MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Custom Key]  desired key, then select [Regist. AF Area hold].  Set the camera to the shooting mode, hold down the key to which [Regist. AF Area hold] has been assigned and then press the shutter button to shoot images.
  • Page 63: Focus Frame Color

    Focus Frame Color You can specify the color of the frame indicating the focusing area. If the frame is difficult to see because of the subject, make it more visible by changing its color. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Frame Color]  desired color.
  • Page 64: Circ. Of Focus Point

    Circ. of Focus Point Sets whether to allow the focusing frame to jump from one end to the other when you move the focusing frame with [Focus Area] set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Zone], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot]. This function is useful when you want to move the focusing frame from one end to the other quickly.
  • Page 65 [±0], or reset the values of all the lenses using [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.
  • Page 66: Aperture Drive In Af

    Aperture Drive in AF Changes the aperture drive system to prioritize the auto-focusing tracking performance or to prioritize silence. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Aperture Drive in AF]  desired setting. Focus Priority: Changes the aperture drive system to prioritize auto- focusing performance.
  • Page 67: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. Turn the focus mode dial Focus mode dial while pressing the focus mode dial lock release button and select MF. Focus mode dial lock release button Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus.
  • Page 68: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting. Turn the focus mode dial Focus mode dial while pressing the focus mode...
  • Page 69: Focus Magnifier

    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 Settings 1)  [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 70: Mf Assist

    To use the focus magnifier function by touch operation You can magnify the image and adjust the focus by touching the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Then, select the appropriate settings under [Touch Panel/Pad]. When the focus mode is [Manual Focus], you can perform [Focus Magnifier] by double-tapping the area to focus on while shooting with the monitor.
  • Page 71: Shutter Setting

    Shutter setting  Shutter Type You can set whether to shoot with a mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Shutter Type]  desired setting. Auto: The shutter type is automatically switched based on the shooting conditions and shutter speed.
  • Page 72: Using The Electronic Shutter

    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 73 The maximum shutter speed is 1/16000 second when the shooting mode is not set to S (Shutter Priority) or M (Manual Exposure), or during bracket shooting with a setting other than [WB bracket] or [DRO Bracket]. The next value after 1/16000 second is 1/32000 second when the shooting mode is set to S (Shutter Priority) or M (Manual Exposure).
  • Page 74  Turn the drive mode dial and select  (Continuous Shooting: Hi),  (Continuous Shooting: Mid), or  (Continuous Shooting: Lo).  Turn the focus mode dial and select AF-C (Continuous AF), then start shooting images. Hint • If you want to display the timing of shooting on the screen during blackout- free shooting, adjust the setting using MENU ...
  • Page 75: Displaying The Release Timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.)

    Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) Sets whether or not to display marks (such as a frame) on the screen while shooting. This function is useful in situations where it is difficult to determine the timing of shooting just by looking at the screen, such as when the shutter sound is turned off.
  • Page 76: Shoot. Start Disp

    Shoot. Start Disp. Sets whether or not to indicate the shutter release timing with a black screen during blackout-free shooting. The black screen makes it easier to visually confirm when the shutter is released. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [Shoot. Start Disp.]  desired setting.
  • Page 77 Hint • The color tone of the shot result may vary when you shoot the same scene using a different shutter speed. If that happens, we recommend that you shoot in [Shutter Priority] or [Manual Exposure] mode with a fixed shutter speed.
  • Page 78: E-Front Curtain Shutter

    e-Front Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between when the shutter button is pressed and the shutter is released. You can use [e-Front Curtain Shutter] when [  Shutter Type] is set to [Mechanical Shutter]. MENU ...
  • Page 79: Shooting With Drive Modes (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)

    Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) Select the appropriate mode for the subject, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracketing shooting. Select the desired drive mode by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
  • Page 80: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous 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.  Continuous Shooting: Hi /  Continuous Shooting: Mid /  Continuous Shooting: Lo  Shutter Type...
  • Page 81 Note • The shooting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower when  RAW File Type] is set to [Uncompressed]. • Continuous shooting is unavailable in the following situations: – [Picture Effect] is set to [Rich-tone Mono.]. – [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. •...
  • Page 82: Self-Timer

    Self-timer Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. Use the 5-second/10-second self-timer when you are going to be in the picture, and use the 2-second self-timer to reduce camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button.
  • Page 83: Self-Timer (Cont)

    Self-timer (Cont) Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. You can choose the best from multiple shots. Select  (Self-timer) by turning the drive mode dial. •...
  • Page 84: Cont. Bracket

    Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. Select  (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
  • Page 85: Single Bracket

    Single Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select the image that suits your purpose after recording. Since a single picture is taken each time you press the shutter button, you can adjust the focus or the composition for each shot.
  • Page 86: Indicator During Bracket Shooting

    Indicator during bracket shooting Ambient light* bracketing Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Flash compensation -1.0 EV Viewfinder No indicator is displayed. Monitor (Display All Info. or Histogram) Monitor (For viewfinder) (Upper indicator) (Lower indicator) * Ambient light: A generic term for non-flash light including natural light, electric...
  • Page 87: Wb Bracket

    WB bracket Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. Select  (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
  • Page 88: Dro Bracket

    DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. Select  (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
  • Page 89 Bracket Settings You can set the type of bracket or the self-timer in bracket shooting mode, and the shooting order for exposure bracketing or white balance bracketing.  Select  (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
  • Page 90: Interval Shooting

    Interval Shooting You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). You can then create a movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge (Viewer) (page 213).
  • Page 91 Press the shutter button. When the time set for [Shooting Start Time] has elapsed, shooting will start. • When the number of shots set for [Number of Shots] is completed, the camera will return to the standby screen for interval shooting. Hint •...
  • Page 92 • During interval shooting (including the time between pressing the shutter button and the start of shooting), you cannot operate the dedicated shooting setting screen or MENU screen. However, you can adjust some settings such as the shutter speed with using the customized dial or control wheel. •...
  • Page 93: Using Touch Function

    Using touch function Touch Operation Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor. MENU   (Setup)  [Touch Operation]  desired setting. On: Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Touch Panel/Pad Touch operations when shooting with the monitor are referred to as “touch panel operations,”...
  • Page 94: Touch Focus

    Touch Focus [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. This function is available when [Focus Area] is set to a parameter other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot]. Select MENU ...
  • Page 95: Touch Tracking

    Specifying the position where you want to focus in the movie recording mode (spot focus) The camera will focus on the touched subject. Spot focus is not available when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch the subject on which you want to focus before or during recording.
  • Page 96 Touch the subject that you want to track on the monitor. Tracking will start. • When shooting with the viewfinder, you can use the touch pad to select a subject you want to track. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. •...
  • Page 97: Selecting A Still Image Size/Image Quality

    Selecting a still image size/image quality  File Format Sets the file format for still images. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [  File Format]  desired setting. RAW: Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes. RAW &...
  • Page 98: Raw File Type

     RAW File Type Selects the file type for RAW images. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [  RAW File Type]  desired setting. Compressed: Records images in compressed RAW format. Records images in compressed RAW format. The file size of the image will be approximately half of that with [Uncompressed].
  • Page 99: Jpeg Image Size

     JPEG Image Size The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [  JPEG Image Size] ...
  • Page 100: Aspect Ratio

    Note • When [  File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.”  Aspect Ratio MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [  Aspect Ratio]  desired setting. 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3.
  • Page 101: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial function You can switch the shooting mode according to the subject or purpose of shooting. Turn the mode dial to select the desired shooting mode. • Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial.
  • Page 102: ( Intelligent Auto)

     Intelligent Auto) The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. Set the mode dial to  (Auto Mode). The shooting mode will be set to  (Intelligent Auto). Point the camera at the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen.
  • Page 103: Program Auto

     Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. Set the mode dial to  (Program Auto). Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
  • Page 104: Aperture Priority

     Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. Set the mode dial to  (Aperture Priority). Select the desired value by turning the front/rear dial. • Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and beyond the subject are blurred.
  • Page 105: Shutter Priority

     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. Set the mode dial to  (Shutter Priority).
  • Page 106: Manual Exposure

     Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. Set the mode dial to  (Manual Exposure). Select the desired aperture value by turning the front dial. Select the desired shutter speed by turning the rear dial. •...
  • Page 107: Bulb Shooting

    Note • The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. • 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. •...
  • Page 108: Recall

    • During bulb shooting, images tend to blur. It is recommended that you use a tripod, a RMT-P1BT Bluetooth remote commander (sold separately) or a remote commander equipped with a lock function (sold separately). When using the RMT-P1BT Bluetooth remote commander, you can start bulb shooting by pressing the shutter button on the remote commander.
  • Page 109: Movie: Exposure Mode

    Hint • To recall settings registered to the memory card, set the mode dial to 1, 2, 3 (Memory recall), then select the desired number by pressing the left/right side of the control wheel. • If you recall settings registered to the memory card, the settings are recalled from the memory card in the slot specified in [  Select Media].
  • Page 110: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode

     S&Q Motion:  Exposure Mode You can select the exposure mode for slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. You can change the setting and playback speed for slow- motion/quick-motion shooting with [  S&Q Settings] (page 152). Set the mode dial to  (S&Q Motion). MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Exposure Mode] ...
  • Page 111: Controlling The Exposure/Metering Modes

    Controlling the exposure/metering modes 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 112 To set the exposure compensation using the MENU You can adjust the exposure compensation value within a range of -5.0 EV to +5.0 EV when the exposure compensation dial is set to “0.” MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Exposure Comp.]  desired setting.
  • Page 113: Metering Mode

    Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Metering Mode]  desired setting. Multi: Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).
  • Page 114: Face Priority In Multi Metering

    Note • [Metering Mode] is locked to [Multi] in the following shooting modes: – [Intelligent Auto] – Other zoom functions than the optical zoom • In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen.
  • Page 115: Spot Metering Point

    Spot Metering Point Sets whether to coordinate the spot metering position with the focus area when [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot]. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Spot Metering Point]  desired setting.
  • Page 116: Ae Lock

    AE lock When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock the exposure before shooting. To reduce the brightness of the subject, meter the light at a spot brighter than the subject and lock the exposure of the entire screen.
  • Page 117: Correcting Brightness And Contrast Automatically

    Correcting brightness and contrast automatically D-Range Optimizer (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. MENU ...
  • Page 118: Auto Hdr

    Auto HDR Shoots three images using different exposures and combines the images with correct exposure, the bright parts of an underexposed image, and the dark parts of an overexposed image to create images with a greater range of gradation (High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded.
  • Page 119 Note • This function is not available when the [  File Format] is [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. • [Auto HDR] is not available in the following shooting modes: – [Intelligent Auto] • [Auto HDR] is not available in the following situations: –...
  • Page 120: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity

    Selecting the ISO sensitivity Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. ISO (ISO) on the control wheel  select desired setting. • You can also select MENU   (Camera Settings 1) ...
  • Page 121: Iso Range Limit

    ISO Range Limit You can limit the range of ISO sensitivity when the ISO sensitivity is set manually. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [ISO Setting]  [ISO Range Limit]  [Minimum] or [Maximum], and select the desired values. Note •...
  • Page 122 SLOW (Slow)/SLOWER (Slower): The ISO sensitivity will start to change at shutter speeds slower than [Standard], so you can shoot images with less noise. 1/16000 – 30": The ISO sensitivity starts to change at the shutter speed you have set. Hint •...
  • Page 123: Using The Zoom

    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. When a power zoom lens is mounted: When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted: ...
  • Page 124: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

    Note • The default setting for the [Zoom Setting] is [Optical zoom only]. • The default setting for the [  JPEG Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom, change [  JPEG Image Size] to [M] or [S]. • The Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom functions are not available when shooting in the following situations: –...
  • Page 125: About Zoom Scale

    When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted, select MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [Zoom]  desired value. Press the center of the control wheel to exit. • You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU ...
  • Page 126: White Balance

    White Balance Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light condition to record a neutral white subject in white. Use this function when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression.
  • Page 127: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)

    Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) 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. You can register 3 settings. MENU ...
  • Page 128: Shutter Awb Lock

    Note • The message [Capturing of the custom WB failed.] indicates that the value is in the unexpected range, for example when the subject is too vivid. You can register the setting at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white turns orange on balance again.
  • Page 129 About [AWB Lock Hold] and [AWB Lock Toggle] You can also lock the white balance in the auto white balance mode by assigning [AWB Lock Hold] or [AWB Lock Toggle] to the custom key. Select MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  Assign [AWB Lock Hold] or [AWB Lock Toggle] using [  Custom Key].
  • Page 130: Setting How To Process Images

    Setting how to process images Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
  • Page 131  Autumn leaves: For shooting autumn scenes, vividly highlighting the reds and yellows of changing leaves.  Black & White: For shooting images in black and white monotone.  Sepia: For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( )) to register preferred settings.
  • Page 132 To set [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] can be adjusted for each image style preset such as [Standard] and [Landscape], and for each [Style Box] to which you can register preferred settings. Select an item to be set by pressing the right/left sides of the control wheel, then set the value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
  • Page 133: Color Space

     Color Space 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. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [  Color Space] ...
  • Page 134: Reducing Blur

    Reducing blur Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [SteadyShot]  desired setting. On: Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod, etc. SteadyShot Settings You can shoot with an appropriate SteadyShot setting for the attached lens.
  • Page 135 Note • The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on, right after you point the camera towards a subject, or when the shutter button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway.
  • Page 136: Noise Reduction

    Noise reduction  Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to 1 second(s) or longer (long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the duration that the shutter is open. With the function turned on, the grainy noise typical of long exposures is reduced.
  • Page 137: High Iso Nr

     High ISO NR When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when the product sensitivity is high. MENU   (Camera Settings 1)  [  High ISO NR]  desired setting. Normal: Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately.
  • Page 138: Using Flash (Sold Separately)

    Using flash (sold separately) In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting. Also use the flash to prevent camera-shake. For details on the flash, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. Attach the flash (sold separately) to the product.
  • Page 139: Flash Mode

    • 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 140: Flash Comp

    Note • The default setting depends on the shooting mode. • Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture.
  • Page 141: Fel Lock

    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   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Custom Key] ...
  • Page 142: Wireless Flash

    Note • 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.
  • Page 143: Using A Flash With A Sync Terminal Cord

    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 144 Note • Set the exposure mode to manual exposure (other than ISO AUTO is recommended for ISO sensitivity), and set the shutter speed to the slower of the following values or slower: – 1/200 seconds – The shutter speed recommended by the flash. •...
  • Page 145: Shooting Movies

    Shooting movies 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 146 • The following settings for still image shooting are applied to the movie shooting: – White Balance – Creative Style – Metering Mode – Face/Eye Priority in AF – Face Priority in Multi Metering – D-Range Optimizer – Lens Comp. •...
  • Page 147 • In [Program Auto] mode when shooting movies, the aperture value and the shutter speed will be set automatically and cannot be changed. For that reason, the shutter speed may become fast in a bright environment, and the motion of the subject may not be recorded smoothly. By changing the exposure mode and adjusting the aperture value and the shutter speed, the motion of the subject can be recorded smoothly.
  • Page 148 Hint • When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can still start or stop recording movies using the MOVIE button. • When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using  REC Control] (page 198).
  • Page 149: Changing Settings For Movie Recording

    Changing settings for movie recording  File Format Selects the movie file format. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [  File Format]  desired   setting.  File Format Characteristics XAVC S 4K Records movies in 4K resolution You can save movies on (3840×2160).
  • Page 150: Record Setting

     Record Setting Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [  Record Setting]    desired setting. • The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. • For estimates of the maximum recordable movie time with each recording setting, refer to page 250.
  • Page 151 When [  File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]  Record Setting Bit-rate Description 60p 50M/50p 50M Approx. 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p). 60p 25M/50p 25M Approx. 25 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p). 30p 50M/25p 50M Approx. 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).
  • Page 152: S&Q Settings

    Note • Creating an AVCHD recording disc from movies that were recorded with [60i 24M (FX)]/[50i 24M (FX)] as the [  Record Setting] takes a long time because the image quality of movies is converted. If you want to store movies without converting them, use a Blu-ray Disc.
  • Page 153 Playback speed The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned  Record Setting] and [  Frame Rate]. When [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC  Record Setting  Frame Rate 120fps 5 times slower 4 times slower — Normal playback 60fps 2.5 times slower 2 times slower...
  • Page 154: Audio Recording

    Note • In slow-motion recording, the shutter speed becomes faster and you may not be able to obtain the proper exposure. If this happens, decrease the aperture value or adjust the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. • For an estimation of recordable time, refer to “Recordable movie times” (page 250).
  • Page 155: Audio Rec Level

    Audio Rec Level You can adjust the audio recording level while checking the level meter. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [Audio Rec Level]. Select the desired level using the right/left sides of the control wheel. +: Turns up the audio recording level. -: Turns down the audio recording level.
  • Page 156: Marker Settings

     Marker Settings  Marker Display Sets whether or not to display markers set using [  Marker Settings] on the monitor or the viewfinder while shooting movies. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Marker Display]  desired setting. On: Markers are displayed. The markers are not recorded. Off: No marker is displayed.
  • Page 157: 4K Output Select

     4K Output Select You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to  (Movie). Connect the camera to the desired device via an HDMI cable. MENU ...
  • Page 158: Proxy Recording

    • When [  File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and the camera is connected via HDMI, the following functions are partially restricted. – [Face/Eye Priority in AF] – [Face Priority in Multi Metering] – Tracking function  Proxy Recording Sets whether to simultaneously record low-bit-rate proxy movies when recording XAVC S movies.
  • Page 159: Viewing Images

    Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Plays back the recorded images. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. Select the image with the control wheel. • Images shot with continuous shooting or interval shooting are displayed as one group. To play back the images in the group, press the center of the control wheel.
  • Page 160: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (  Enlarge Image)

    Enlarging an image being played back (  Enlarge Image) Enlarges the image being played back. Use this function to check the focus of the image, etc. Display the image you want to enlarge, and then press the  button. • Turn the control wheel to adjust the zoom scale. By rotating the front/ rear dial, you can switch to the previous or next image while keeping the same zoom scale.
  • Page 161: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)

    Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Selects the orientation when playing back recorded images. MENU   (Playback)  [Display Rotation]  desired setting. Auto: When you rotate the camera, the displayed image rotates automatically by detecting the orientation of the camera. Manual: Images shot vertically are displayed vertically.
  • Page 162: Photo Capture

    Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the down side of the control wheel. Operation Operation Available operation Available operation panel panel Playback Displays the next frame Displays the previous Pause frame Fast-forward...
  • Page 163: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)

    Play back the movie and pause it. 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.
  • Page 164: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)

    Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Sets which dial and method to use for jumping between images during playback. This function is useful when you want to find one of many recorded images. You can also quickly find protected images or images set with a particular rating (page 170).
  • Page 165: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)

    Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Sets the View Mode (image display method). MENU   (Playback)  [View Mode]  desired setting. Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View (Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies.
  • Page 166: Selecting Which Memory Card To Play Back (Select Playback Media)

    Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Selects the memory card slot to be played back. MENU   (Playback)  [Select Playback Media]  desired slot. Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. Note •...
  • Page 167: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)

    Note • If images in a group are copied, the copied images will not be displayed as a group on the destination memory card. • If protected images are copied, the protection will be canceled on the destination memory card. •...
  • Page 168: Protecting Images (Protect)

    Protecting images (Protect) Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The  mark is displayed on protected images. MENU   (Playback)  [Protect]  desired setting. Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. All in this Folder: Protects all images in the selected folder. All with this date: Protects all images taken on the selected date.
  • Page 169 Multiple Img.  Select the image to be protected, then press the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press the center again to remove the mark.  To protect other images, repeat step . ...
  • Page 170: Setting Rating Function

    Setting rating function You can assign ratings to recorded images on a scale from to make it easier to find images. Combining this function with [Image Jump Setting] allows you to find a desired image quickly. MENU   (Playback)  [Rating]. The image rating selection screen will appear.
  • Page 171 Rating Set (Custom Key) Sets the available number of when rating images with the key to which you have assigned [Rating] using [  Custom Key].  MENU   (Playback)  [Rating Set (Custom Key)].  Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate.
  • Page 172: Attaching Audio Files To Images (Voice Memo)

    Attaching audio files to images (Voice Memo) You can record shooting conditions or image descriptions with your voice, and attach the audio file to images as voice memos. Voice memos can be transferred to a computer together with images, and played back on the computer.
  • Page 173 To delete voice memos  MENU   (Playback)  [Voice Memo].  Select a still image to which a voice memo you want to delete is attached.  Press the bottom of the control wheel, and then select [OK]. Hint •...
  • Page 174: Deleting Images

    Deleting images 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.
  • Page 175 Hint • Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images. • To display the desired folder or date, select the desired folder or date during playback by performing the following procedure:  (Image Index) button  select the bar on the left using the control wheel ...
  • Page 176: Registering Frequently Used Functions

    Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions    Memory Allows you to register up to 3 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial. Set the product to the setting you want to register.
  • Page 177: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)

    Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
  • Page 178 Items that can be registered • You can register various functions for shooting. The items that can actually be registered are displayed on the menu of the camera. • Exposure • Focus setting • Drive mode (other than self-timer) To recall registered settings ...
  • Page 179: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To Buttons (Custom Key)

    Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
  • Page 180 The following is the procedure for assigning the [Eye AF] function to the AEL button. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Custom Key]. • If you want to assign a function to recall while shooting movies, select [  Custom Key]. If you want to assign a function to recall while playing back images, select [  Custom Key].
  • Page 181: Customizing The Functions Of The Dial

    Customizing the functions of the dial Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the front dial, rear dial, and control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings.
  • Page 182 Assigning a key to recall “My Dial” Assign a custom key to recall the registered “My Dial” settings.  MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Custom Key] or  Custom Key]  Select the key that you want to use to recall “My Dial.”...
  • Page 183: Customizing The Menu (My Menu)

    Customizing the MENU (My Menu) Add Item You can register the desired menu items to  (My Menu) under MENU. MENU   (My Menu)  [Add Item]. Select an item that you want to add to  (My Menu) 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.
  • Page 184: Delete Item

    Delete Item You can delete menu items added to  (My Menu) of MENU. MENU   (My Menu)  [Delete Item]. Select an item that you want to delete using the top/bottom/ left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center to delete the selected item.
  • Page 185: Checking Images Before/After Recording

    Checking images before/after recording Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the display time for Auto Review. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [Auto Review]  desired setting. 10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec: Displays the recorded image on the screen right after shooting for the selected duration of time.
  • Page 186: Shot. Result Preview

    Hint • 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. Shot. Result Preview While pressing down the key to which [Shot. Result Preview] is assigned, you can check the image preview with the DRO, shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity settings applied.
  • Page 187: Monitor/Viewfinder Settings

    Monitor/viewfinder settings FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the display between the viewfinder and the monitor. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [FINDER/MONITOR]  desired setting. Auto: When you look into the viewfinder, the eye sensor reacts and the display is switched to the viewfinder automatically. Viewfinder (Manual): The monitor is turned off and the image is displayed only in the viewfinder.
  • Page 188: Finder Frame Rate

    Finder Frame Rate Display the subject’s movements more smoothly by adjusting the frame rate of the viewfinder during still image shooting. This function is convenient when shooting a fast-moving subject. MENU   (Camera Settings 2)  [  Finder Frame Rate]  desired setting.
  • Page 189: Memory Card Settings

    Memory card settings Format When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, we recommend that you format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save valuable data on a computer, etc.
  • Page 190 Folder Name: You can set how folder names are assigned. [Standard Form]: Folders are named as “folder number + MSDCF.” Example: 100MSDCF [Date Form]: Folders are named as “folder number + Y (the last digit of the year)/MM/DD.” Example: 10090405 (Folder number: 100; date: 04/05/2019) Hint •...
  • Page 191: File Settings

     File Settings Configure settings for the file names of recorded movies. MENU   (Setup)  [  File Settings]  desired setting. File Number: You can set how to assign file numbers to movies. [Series]: Does not reset file numbers even if the memory card is changed.
  • Page 192: Rec. Media Settings

    Note • Only alphanumeric characters and symbols can be input for [Title Name Settings]. Up to 37 characters can be entered. • Titles specified using [Title Name Settings] are only applied to movies recorded after the setting is made. • [  File Settings] does not apply to AVCHD movies.
  • Page 193 Recording Mode You can select the method for recording an image, such as recording the same image simultaneously to two memory cards or recording different types of images to two memory cards. MENU   (Setup)  [Rec. Media Settings]  [Recording Mode] ...
  • Page 194 Auto Switch Media If a memory card in use becomes full or you have forgotten to insert a memory card into a slot, you can record images to the other memory card. For details on how the memory card slot to which images are recorded changes, refer to the “Help Guide”...
  • Page 195: Camera Settings

    Camera settings Power Save Start Time Sets time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode when you are not performing operations to prevent wearing down the battery pack. To return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 196: Hdmi Settings

    Note • The lens or lens hood may block the infrared remote sensor that receive the signals. Use the infrared remote commander in the position from which the signal can reach the product. • When [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode.
  • Page 197  24p/60p Output (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) You can set 1080/24p or 1080/60p as the HDMI output format when  Record Setting] is set to [24p 50M], [24p 60M] or [24p 100M].  MENU   (Setup)  [HDMI Settings]  [HDMI Resolution] ...
  • Page 198  TC Output Sets whether or not to layer the TC (time code) information on the output signal via the HDMI terminal when outputting the signal to other professional-use devices. This function layers the time code information on the HDMI output signal. The product sends the time code information as digital data, not as an image displayed on the screen.
  • Page 199 Note • Available for external recorders/players compatible with [  REC Control]. • When you use the [  REC Control] function, set the shooting mode to  (Movie). • When [  TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [  REC Control] function.
  • Page 200: Usb Power Supply

    USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device. MENU   (Setup)  [USB Power Supply]  desired setting. On: Power is supplied to the product via a USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc.
  • Page 201: Save/Load Settings

    Save/Load Settings You can save/load camera settings to/from a memory card. You can also load settings from another camera of the same model. MENU   (Setup)  [Save/Load Settings]  desired item. Save: Saves the current settings of this camera to a memory card. Load: Loads the settings from a memory card to this camera.
  • Page 202: Initializing The Camera

    Initializing the camera Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset], the recorded images are retained. MENU   (Setup)  [Setting Reset]  desired setting. Camera Settings Reset: Initializes the main shooting settings to the default settings.
  • Page 203: Using Network Functions

    If Imaging Edge Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on Imaging Edge Mobile, refer to the support page (https://www.sony.net/iem/). Note • To use the camera’s NFC One-touch function, an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet is required.
  • Page 204: Recording Location Information To Captured Images

    For details on the operating procedure, refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2) or the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Transferring images to the FTP server You can use the camera’s Wi-Fi function or wired LAN to transfer images to the FTP server.
  • Page 205: Connecting The Camera And A Smartphone

    Connecting the camera and a smartphone Using a smartphone as a remote control for the camera With Imaging Edge Mobile, you can shoot images while checking the shooting range of the camera on the monitor of a smartphone. MENU   (Network) ...
  • Page 206 To establish a Wi-Fi connection with a smartphone using a QR code  Select MENU   (Network)  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [  Connection], to display the QR code on the monitor of the camera.  Launch Imaging Edge Mobile on the smartphone, and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera].
  • Page 207: Transferring Images From The Camera To A Smartphone

    Transferring images from the camera to a smartphone You can transfer still images and XAVC S movies to a smartphone. However, images that are not saved on the camera’s memory card cannot be transferred. On the camera, play back an image that you want to transfer to the smartphone.
  • Page 208: Connecting The Camera To A Wireless Access Point

    [OK]. Note • If a connection is not established, see the wireless access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point. To save images to a computer, install PlayMemories Home on your computer. PlayMemories Home https://www.sony.net/pm/...
  • Page 209: Using A Remote Commander With Bluetooth Communication

    Using a remote commander with Bluetooth communication You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth remote commander RMT-P1BT (sold separately). Select MENU   (Network)  [Bluetooth Settings]  [Bluetooth Function]  [On] in advance. Refer to the instruction manual for the Bluetooth remote commander as well. On the camera, select MENU ...
  • Page 210 Hint • The Bluetooth connection is only active while you are operating the camera using the Bluetooth remote commander. • If the function does not work properly, check the following notes and then try pairing again. – Confirm that the camera is not connected with other devices using the Bluetooth function.
  • Page 211: Using A Computer

    Using a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Selecting the appropriate USB connection method Selects the USB connection method when this product is connected to a computer, etc. Select MENU   (Network)  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [Off] beforehand. Also, when you set MENU ...
  • Page 212: Operating The Camera From A Computer (Pc Remote Function)

    Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Uses a Wi-Fi or USB connection, etc. to control the camera from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. The Imaging Edge (Remote) software is required for this function. For details on how to operate the camera from a computer, refer to the “Help Guide.”...
  • Page 213: Introduction To Computer Software

    If one of these software is already installed on your computer, update it to the latest version before use. For details on the software for computers, refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/ You can check the recommended operating environment for the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/...
  • Page 214: Playmemories Home

    You need to install PlayMemories Home to import XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies to your computer. You can access the download website directly from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pm/ • When you connect the camera to your computer, new functions may be added to PlayMemories Home. Connecting the camera to your computer is therefore recommended even if PlayMemories Home has already been installed on the computer.
  • Page 215: Menu Items/List Of Icons

    MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. MENU button Press the MENU button to display the menu screen. Select the desired setting you MENU tab want to adjust using the top/...
  • Page 216: List Of Menu Items

    List of MENU items For details on each MENU items, refer to the reference page in the last column or the Help Guide.  (Camera Settings 1) Red tab Quality/Image Size Sets the file format for still images.  File Format ([RAW] / [JPEG], etc.) Selects the file type for RAW images.
  • Page 217 Shoot Mode/Drive Self-timer Type When shooting with the self-timer, Help sets how many seconds elapse from Guide when you press the shutter button until when the image is recorded and how many images are recorded. Bracket Settings Sets self-timer shooting in the bracket mode, bracket type, and the shooting order for exposure bracketing or white balance bracketing.
  • Page 218 Sets whether to adjust the  Switch V/H AF Area [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame based on the camera’s position (horizontal or vertical). Sets the AF illuminator, which  AF Illuminator provides light to aid focusing in dark scenes.
  • Page 219 Disp. cont. AF area Sets whether or not to display the Help focus area in [Continuous AF] mode. Guide Phase Detect. Area Sets phase detection AF area. Help Guide Circ. of Focus Point Sets whether to allow the focusing frame to jump from one end to the other when you move the focusing frame.
  • Page 220 Sets whether to lock the exposure Help  AEL w/ shutter when the shutter button is pressed Guide halfway down. This is useful when you want to adjust the focus and exposure separately. Exposure Std. Adjust Adjusts the standard for the correct Help exposure value for each metering Guide...
  • Page 221 Picture Effect Shoots images with a texture unique Help to the selected effect. Guide ([Toy Camera] / [High Contrast Mono.], etc.) Sets whether to lock the white  Shutter AWB Lock balance while the shutter button is pressed in the auto white balance mode.
  • Page 222: (Camera Settings 2)

     (Camera Settings 2) Purple tab Movie Sets the exposure mode when  Exposure Mode shooting movies. Sets the exposure mode when  Exposure Mode shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies. Selects the movie file format.  File Format ([XAVC S 4K] / [AVCHD], etc.) Selects a frame-rate and bit-rate for  Record Setting the movie.
  • Page 223 Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie Help recording. Guide Sets whether to display markers on  Marker Display the monitor when recording movies. Sets which markers to display on the  Marker Settings monitor when recording movies. Video Light Mode Sets the illumination setting for the Help HVL-LBPC LED light (sold separately).
  • Page 224 Display/Auto Review DISP Button Sets the type of information to be displayed on the monitor or in the viewfinder when the DISP button is pressed. FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the display between the viewfinder and the monitor. Sets the frame rate for the viewfinder  Finder Frame Rate when shooting still images.
  • Page 225 Custom Operation Assigns functions to the various keys  Custom Key so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when shooting still images. Assigns functions to the various keys  Custom Key so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when shooting movies.
  • Page 226: (Network)

    Lock Operation Parts Sets whether to disable the multi- Help selector, control wheel, or front and Guide rear dials temporarily when the Fn button is pressed and held down. Audio signals Selects whether the electronic shutter Help makes a sound or the camera beeps Guide during auto focus and self-timer operations.
  • Page 227: (Playback)

    Bluetooth Settings Configures settings for connecting 209, the camera to a smartphone or a Help Bluetooth remote commander via a Guide Bluetooth connection. Obtains location information from the Help  Location Info. Link Set. paired smartphone and records it to Guide captured images.
  • Page 228 Specify Printing Specifies in advance on the memory Help card which still images to print out Guide later. Voice Memo Records, plays back, and deletes voice memos. Voice Memo PB Volume Sets the playback volume for voice Help memos. Guide Copy Copies images from the memory card in the memory card slot designated...
  • Page 229: (Setup)

    Image Jump Setting Sets which dial and method to use for jumping between images during playback.  (Setup) Yellow tab Monitor Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Help Guide Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of the viewfinder. Help Guide Finder Color Temp. Sets the color temperature of the Help viewfinder.
  • Page 230 Touch Pad Settings Adjusts settings related to touch pad Help operation. Guide Demo Mode Sets demonstration playback of Help movies to on or off. Guide TC/UB Settings Sets the time code (TC) and user bit Help (UB). Guide * This function is for skilled movie creators.
  • Page 231 Format Formats the memory card. Rec. Media Settings Sets the method for recording images 192, to two memory card slots. Help Guide Sets file names for still images to be  File/Folder Settings shot, and specifies folders for storing the shot still images. Sets file numbers and file names for  File Settings movies to be recorded.
  • Page 232: (My Menu)

     (My Menu) Gray tab Add Item Adds desired MENU items to   (My Menu). Sort Item Sorts the MENU items added to   (My Menu). Delete Item Deletes MENU items added to   (My Menu). Delete Page Deletes all the MENU items on a page Help Guide  ...
  • Page 233: List Of Icons On The Monitor

    List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Icons on the shooting screen Monitor mode Viewfinder mode  Shooting mode/  Camera settings Scene recognition P P A S M NO CARD...
  • Page 234 24M 21M 20M 16M 10M 9.2M 8.7M 6.9M 6.0M 5.3M 5.1M Setting Effect OFF (224) 4.0M 2.6M 2.3M 2.2M 1.7M Image size of still images (99) AF Illuminator (63) Flicker RAW recording (compressed/ uncompressed) (98) Flickering detected (76) X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality (98) SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning (134)
  • Page 235 Copyright information writing Database file full/Database file on (230) error IPTC IPTC information writing on  Battery (230) Focus Cancel (94) Remaining battery (35) Tracking Cancel (95) Remaining battery warning Spot Focus Performing [Spot Focus] (95) USB power supply (200) NFC active (203) ...
  • Page 236  Focus indicator/exposure JPEG RAW RAW+J settings File Format (97)  Metering Mode (113) Focus indicator (48) 1/250 Shutter speed 7500K A5 G5 F3.5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Aperture value Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) (126) Exposure compensation (111)/ Metered Manual D-Range Optimizer (117)/ Auto HDR (118)
  • Page 237: Icons On The Playback Screen

    STBY REC Movie recording standby/Movie Spot metering area (113) recording in progress 1:00:12 Exposure Setting Guide (224) Actual movie recording time (hours: minutes: seconds) Shutter speed indicator (33) Audio Level Display (222) Aperture indicator (33) REC Control (198) 00:00:00:00 Histogram (32) Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames) (230) Digital level gauge (34)
  • Page 238  Shooting settings Rating (170)  Picture Effect error Protect (168) DPOF Auto HDR error (118) DPOF set (228) 35mm Lens focal length File number/Number of images in the view mode Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” (page 233) for other icons displayed in this area.
  • Page 239: About This Product

    Initialize the settings (page 202).  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. Americas https://www.sony.com/am/support Europe https://www.sony.eu/support Asia-Pacific, Oceania, Middle East and Africa https://www.sony-asia.com/support...
  • Page 240: Cleaning The Image Sensor

    Cleaning the image sensor 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 241 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. https://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 242: Attaching Accessories

    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. • The LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) and the vertical grip (sold separately) are not designed to be attached at the same time.
  • Page 243 LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. LA-EA1 LA-EA3 Available with full frame Full frame shooting Not available shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus Available with SAM/SSM lens only AF system Phase Detection AF Can be changed using the operating switch on the...
  • Page 244 LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. LA-EA2 LA-EA4 Available with full frame Full frame shooting Not available shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus Available Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the AF system dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor Lenses that do not support DMF (with a focus mode...
  • Page 245 Continuous shooting using a Mount Adaptor When a Mount Adaptor is attached to the camera, the auto-focusing method during continuous shooting varies depending on the settings for [Cont. Shooting] and [  Shutter Type]. When using the LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately)  Shutter Type Mechanical Shutter...
  • Page 246: Vertical Grip

    Vertical grip You can attach a vertical grip (sold separately) to this product and record vertically oriented images. When attaching the vertical grip, remove the battery cover in advance. For details, refer to the operating instructions for the vertical grip. To remove the battery cover For details on how to remove or attach the battery cover, refer to page 24.
  • Page 247: Specifications

    • The battery life and number of recordable images are estimates based on shooting with the default settings under the following conditions: – Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). – Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately)  ...
  • Page 248: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    Memory cards that can be used This camera only supports SD memory cards (UHS-II compatible). When using microSD memory cards with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor. Recording format Supported memory card Still image SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card AVCHD (Class 4 or faster, or U1 or faster) 4K 60 Mbps*...
  • Page 249: Number Of Recordable Images

    (except when [RAW] is selected).  JPEG Quality] when [RAW & JPEG] is selected: [Fine] Note • Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9999 images, “9999” will appear. • The numbers shown are when using a Sony memory card.
  • Page 250: Recordable Movie Times

    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] and [XAVC S HD] are recording times when shooting with  Proxy Recording] set to [Off].
  • Page 251 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 252 • The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature, file format/record setting for movies, Wi-Fi network environment, or condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or shoot images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the camera will rise and the recording time available will be shorter.
  • Page 253: Specifications

    Metering Range: –3 EV to +20 EV (at Camera Type: ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ISO sensitivity (Recommended Lens: Sony E-mount lens exposure index): Still images: ISO 100 to ISO 51 200 [Image sensor] (Extended ISO: Minimum ISO 50, Image format: 35 mm full frame...
  • Page 254 File format: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Rated input: 7.2 V , 3.9 W Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline) compliant, Operating temperature: RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Movie (XAVC S format): Storage temperature: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0 –20 to 55°C (–4 to 131°F)
  • Page 255 Battery charger BC-QZ1 Rated input: • XAVC S and are registered 100 - 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.38 A trademarks of Sony Corporation. Rated output: 8.4 V , 1.6 A • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of Rechargeable battery pack Panasonic Corporation and NP-FZ100 Sony Corporation.
  • Page 256 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. right to have access to, modify, and any use of such marks by and redistribute source code for Sony Corporation is under license. these software programs under the • QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
  • Page 257: Index

    Index Audio Level Display ....... 222 Audio Out Timing ......222 4K Output Select ......157 Audio Rec Level ......155 24p/60p Output......197 Audio Recording ......154 Audio recording of movies .....154 Audio signals ......... 226 A ..........104 Autoflash .........139 Access Point Set......208 Auto focus ........
  • Page 258 Charging ........... 35 Dial Ev Comp ........225 Circ. of Focus Point ......64 Dial Setup ........225 Cleaning Mode ....... 240 Digital zoom ......123, 124 Clear ..........130 Diopter-adjustment ......18 Clear Image Zoom ....123, 124 Direct manual focus ....47, 68 Clock setting ........42 DISP ...........31 Cloudy ..........126 DISP Button ........
  • Page 259 Eye-Start AF ........218 Focus Settings ......... 217 Focus Standard ........ 53 Folder name ......189, 191 Face Detection ......56, 114 Format ..........189 Face/Eye AF Set........ 56 FTP Transfer Func......204 Face Priority in Multi Metering ..114 Func.
  • Page 260 Initial Focus Mag..... 221, 222 Memory ...........176 Intelligent Auto ......43, 102 Memory card ......37, 189, 248 Interval Shooting ......90 Memory Card + HDMI ..... 157 IPTC Information ......230 Memory recall ........ 108 IR Remote Ctrl .........195 MENU ..........215 ISO ...........120 MENU button ......
  • Page 261 One-touch (NFC) ......203 Rating ..........170 Operating sound ......226 Rating Set (Custom Key) ....171 RAW ..........97 RAW File Type ........98 P ............103 RAW images ........97 Pairing ..........209 RAW & JPEG........97 PB Speed for Interval ..... 228 Rear Sync.
  • Page 262 Self-timer (Cont) ......83 Sunset ..........130 Self-timer Type ........ 217 Switch V/H AF Area ......54 Send to Computer (Wi-Fi) ....226 Send to Smartphone Func..... 226 TC Output ........198 Sensitivity ........120 TC/UB Settings ....... 230 Sepia ..........131 Touch Focus ........94 Setting Reset ........
  • Page 263 WB ...........126 WB bracket ........87 White Balance .........126 Wide ..........49 Wi-Fi ..........203 Wi-Fi Settings ......... 226 Wind Noise Reduct......223 Wired LAN Setting......227 Wireless Flash .........142 Write Serial Number ...... 230 XAVC S 4K ........149 XAVC S HD ........149 Zebra Setting........

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