Page 1 5-027-204-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera E-mount Operating Instructions “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/2060/h_zz/ ILCE-7RM4A...
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/2060/h_zz/ ILCE-7RM4A Help Guide Operating Instructions In-Camera Guide (this book)
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Check out the Help Guide! ............2 Notes on using your camera............ 6 Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items .......10 Identifying parts ..............11 Front side ............... 11 Rear side ................12 Top side ................14 Sides ................16 Bottom ................19 Basic operations ..............
Page 4 Shooting Focusing ................. 36 Focus Mode ..............36 Auto focus ................38 Focus Area ..............38 Manual Focus ................41 Direct manual focus (DMF) ........... 42 Continuous shooting ............. 43 Using touch function ............. 45 Touch Operation ............45 Touch Panel/Pad ............45 Touch Focus ..............
Page 5 Using a computer Connecting the camera to a computer ......... 59 Connecting to a computer ........... 59 Disconnecting the camera from the computer ... 60 Introduction to computer software ........61 Imaging Edge Desktop ..........61 PlayMemories Home .............61 MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items ..............
Page 6: Notes On Using Your Camera
Notes on using your camera Along with this section, also see • This camera (including accessories) “Precautions” in the Help Guide. has magnet(s) which may interfere with pacemakers, programmable Notes on handling the product shunt valves for hydrocephalus • This camera is designed to be dust treatment, or other medical devices.
Page 7 Sony lenses/accessories • If the monitor or electronic viewfinder is damaged, stop using Using this unit with products from the camera immediately. The other manufacturers may affect its damaged parts may harm your performance, leading to accidents or hands, face, etc.
Page 8 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 bears no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by connecting to such network environments.
Page 9 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: WW447485 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Page 10: 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) • Cable protector (1) •...
Page 11: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details. Front side  When the lens is removed ON/OFF (Power) switch (33)/Shutter button (34)  Front dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.  Infrared remote sensor ...
Page 12: Rear Side
Rear side   Eyepiece cup C3 button (Custom button 3) To remove the eyepiece cup (72)/ (Protect) button Push the grips at the bottom  MENU button (62) of the eyepiece cup to the left  Monitor and right and lift up the cup. (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) (45) You can adjust the monitor to...
Page 13   Diopter-adjustment dial For shooting: C4 button Adjust the diopter-adjustment (Custom button 4) (72) dial according to your eyesight For viewing: (Delete) button until the display appears clearly (35) in the viewfinder. If it is hard to  (Playback) button (35) operate the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup...
Page 14: Top Side
Top side   Mode dial (35) C1 button (Custom button 1) The mode dial is unlocked (72) while you hold down the  C2 button (Custom button 2) unlock button at the center. (72)  Rear dial  Multi Interface Shoe* You can quickly adjust the Some accessories may not go settings for each shooting...
Page 15 * For details on compatible  Image sensor position accessories for the Multi Interface mark Shoe, visit the Sony website, or • The image sensor is the consult your Sony dealer or local sensor that converts light authorized Sony service facility.
Page 16: Sides
Sides    (Headphones) jack (Flash sync) terminal   Speaker HDMI micro jack   (Microphone) jack  USB Type-C terminal (17, When an external microphone is connected, the built-  Multi/Micro USB Terminal* in microphone turns off (17, 59) automatically.
Page 17 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 18 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 19: Bottom
Bottom  Lock lever (27) To attach the battery cover Insert the shaft on one side  Battery insertion slot (27) of the battery cover into the  Battery cover (27) 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 20: Basic Operations
Basic operations Using the control wheel • You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. • The DISP (Display Setting), (Drive Mode), and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the top/left/right side of the control wheel.
Page 21: Using The Multi-Selector
Using the multi-selector • Put your finger right on top of the multi-selector to manipulate it more precisely. • When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], [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 22 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 23: 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 function menu for movie shooting, select an item that you want to change from the function menu for movie shooting in ...
Page 24 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 25 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 26: 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 27: 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 28: 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 29 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 30: Step 4: Attaching A Lens
To remove the memory card Make sure that the access lamp (page 13) 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 31 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 32 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 33: 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 34: 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 77). 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 35 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 36: Focusing
Shooting Focusing Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Mode]  desired setting. (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject.
Page 37 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 38: 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 39 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 40 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 41: Manual Focus
Manual Focus When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Mode]  [Manual Focus]. Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus. • When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen.
Page 42: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting. MENU ...
Page 43: Continuous Shooting
Continuous shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel  Select [Cont. Shooting]. • You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Drive Mode]. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.
Page 44 Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Sets whether to display an indicator of the remaining time for which continuous shooting can be performed at the same shooting speed. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Cont. Shoot. Length]  desired setting. Always Display: Always displays the indicator when the drive mode is set to [Cont.
Page 45: Using Touch Function
Using touch function Touch Operation Sets whether to activate or not the touch operation of 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 46: Touch Focus
Touch Focus With [Touch Focus], you can use touch operations to specify the position where you want to focus, when [Focus Area] is a setting other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot], (Setup)  or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot]. Select MENU  [Touch Operation] ...
Page 47: 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 48 Touch the subject that you want to track on the monitor. Tracking will start. • When shooting with the viewfinder, you can specify the subject you want to track using the touch pad operations. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. •...
Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: Aps-C/Super 35Mm
Note • When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” APS-C/Super 35mm Sets whether to record in APS-C-equivalent size for still images and in Super 35mm-equivalent size for movies. If you select [On] or [Auto], you can use an APS-C size dedicated lens on this product.
Page 52: Shooting Movies
Shooting movies Changing settings for movie recording File Format Selects the movie file format. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ File Format]  desired setting. File Format Characteristics XAVC S 4K Records movies in 4K resolution You can save movies on (3840×2160).
Page 53: Record Setting
Note • When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. • When recording XAVC S 4K movies with [APS-C/Super 35mm] set to [Auto], the angle of view becomes narrower.
Page 54 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 55 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 56: 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 57: 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 to transfer images to the FTP server.
Page 58: 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 59: Using A Computer
Using a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting to a computer Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. Turn on the camera and the computer. Check that [USB Connection] under (Setup) is set to [Mass Storage]. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable.
Page 60: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer
Note • Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/ off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer.
Page 61: 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 62: Menu Items/List Of Icons
MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to MENU button display the menu screen. Select the desired setting you MENU tab want to adjust using the top/...
Page 63: 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 64 Bracket Settings Sets self-timer shooting in bracket Help mode, shooting order for exposure Guide bracketing, and white balance bracketing. Configures settings for interval Help Interval Shoot Func. shooting. Guide Pixel Shift Multi Shoot. Activates pixel shift multi shooting, Help which allows you to create higher- Guide resolution images on a computer.
Page 65 Sets whether to adjust the Help Switch V/H AF Area [Focus Area] and the position of the Guide focusing frame based on the camera’s position (horizontal or vertical). Sets the AF illuminator, which Help AF Illuminator provides light to aid focusing in dark Guide scenes.
Page 66 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 Help frame to jump from one end to the Guide other when you move the focusing...
Page 67 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 68 Analyzes the contrast of light and Help shadow between the subject and the Guide background by dividing the image into small areas, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. Creative Style Selects the desired image processing. Help You can also adjust contrast, Guide saturation, and sharpness.
Page 69: (Camera Settings 2)
Peaking Setting Sets the peaking function, which Help enhances the outline of in-focus areas Guide when focusing manually. Shooting Assist Detects flickering/blinking from Help Anti-flicker Shoot. artificial light sources such as Guide fluorescent lighting and times the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact.
Page 70 Sets the function that automatically Help Auto Slow Shutter adjusts the shutter speed following Guide the brightness of the environment in movie mode. Sets the initial magnification scale Help Initial Focus Mag. when using [Focus Magnifier] in Guide movie mode. Audio Recording Sets whether to record audio when Help...
Page 71 SteadyShot Settings Sets SteadyShot settings. Help Guide Zoom Zoom Sets the zoom scale for zoom Help functions other than the optical zoom. Guide Zoom Setting Sets whether to use the Clear Image Help Zoom and Digital Zoom when Guide zooming. Zoom Ring Rotate Assigns the zoom in/out to the Help...
Page 72 Auto Review Sets auto review to display the Help captured image after shooting. Guide Custom Operation Assigns functions to the various keys Help Custom Key so that you can perform operations Guide more quickly by pressing the keys when shooting still images. Assigns functions to the various keys Help Custom Key...
Page 73: (Network)
MOVIE Button Enables or disables for the MOVIE Help button. Guide 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 camera beeps Help...
Page 74: (Playback)
Bluetooth Settings Configures settings for connecting Help the camera to a smartphone or a Guide Bluetooth remote commander via a Bluetooth connection. Obtains location information from the Help Location Info. Link Set. paired smartphone and records it to Guide captured images. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Sets whether or not to use a Help...
Page 75 Specify Printing Specifies in advance on the memory Help card which still images to print out Guide later. Copy Copies images from the memory card Help in the memory card slot designated Guide in [Select Playback Media] to the memory card in the other slot. Photo Capture Captures a chosen scene in a movie to Help...
Page 76: (Setup)
(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. Guide Gamma Disp. Assist Adjusts the screen to make Help monitoring easier when displaying an Guide...
Page 77 Touch Panel/Pad Selects whether to activate touch panel operation when shooting with the monitor, or touch pad operation when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Pad Settings Adjusts settings related to touch pad Help operation. Guide Demo Mode Sets demonstration playback of Help movies to on or off.
Page 78 Area Setting Sets the location of use. Help Guide IPTC Information Writes IPTC information when Help recording still images. Guide Copyright Info Sets copyright information for still Help images. Guide Write Serial Number Writes the camera’s serial number Help to the Exif data when recording still Guide images.
Page 79: (My Menu)
(My Menu) Gray tab Add Item Adds desired MENU items to Help Guide (My Menu). Sort Item Sorts the MENU items added to Help Guide (My Menu). Delete Item Deletes MENU items added to Help Guide (My Menu). Delete Page Deletes all the MENU items on a page Help...
Page 80: 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 81 60M 54M 51M 40M 26M 23M 22M 17M 15M 13M 10M 6.5M Setting Effect OFF (71) 5.8M 5.5M 4.3M Image size of still images (50) AF Illuminator (65) Flicker RAW recording (compressed/ uncompressed) (49) Flickering detected (69) X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality (49) SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning (70)
Page 82 Copyright information writing Database file full/Database file on (78) error IPTC IPTC information writing on  Battery (78) Gamma Disp. Assist (76) Remaining battery (26) Focus Cancel (46) Remaining battery warning Tracking Cancel (47) USB power supply (77) Spot Focus Performing [Spot Focus] (47) ...
Page 83  Focus indicator/exposure JPEG RAW RAW+J settings File Format (49)  Focus indicator (37) Metering Mode (66) 1/250 Shutter speed 7500K A5 G5 F3.5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Aperture value Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) (67) Exposure compensation (66)/ Metered Manual D-Range Optimizer (68) ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO400...
Page 84: Icons On The Playback Screen
1:00:12 Actual movie recording time Spot metering area (66) (hours: minutes: seconds) Exposure Setting Guide (71) Audio Level Display (70) Shutter speed indicator REC Control (77) 00:00:00:00 Aperture indicator Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames) (77) 00 00 00 00 Histogram User Bit (77) Digital level gauge Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.
Page 85  Shooting settings Rating (74) 35mm  Lens focal length Protect (74) HDR recording (Hybrid Log- DPOF Gamma) DPOF set (75) Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” (page 80) for other icons File number/Number of images in the view mode displayed in this area.
Page 86: About This Product
About this product Specifications 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...
Page 87: Specifications
File format: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m –1 Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline) compliant, Eye Point: Approx. 23 mm from the RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) eyepiece and approx. 18.5 mm Movie (XAVC S format): from the eyepiece frame at –1 m –1 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0...
Page 88 [Recording media] WW778752 (see name plate on the bottom of camera) SLOT 1/SLOT 2: Slot for SD cards Supported format: (UHS-I and UHS-II compatible) IEEE 802.11 b/g/n [Input/output terminals] Frequency band: 2.4 GHz USB Type-C terminal: Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2) Connection method: Multi/Micro USB Terminal*: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™...
Page 89 • iPhone and iPad are trademarks and any use of such marks by of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. Sony Corporation is under license. and other countries. • QR Code is a trademark of • Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™...
Page 90: Index
Index AF ............ 38 Fn ..........13, 21 AF-A ..........36 Focus ..........36 AF-C ..........36 Focus indicator ......... 37 AF-S ..........36 Function button ......13, 21 Auto focus ........38 Auto Mode ........34 Help Guide ......... 2 AVCHD ..........52 AWB ..........
Page 91 NFC ..........5, 56 WB ............ 67 Noise reduction ........ 63 Wi-Fi ..........5, 56 One-touch (NFC) ......56 XAVC S 4K ......... 52 XAVC S HD ........52 Playback ........... 35 PlayMemories Home ......61 Printing ..........75 Prioritize Rec. Media ......29 Quick Navi ........
Page 94 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product. Pixel Shift Multi Shooting You can create images with a higher resolution than is possible with regular shooting by recording four or sixteen RAW images and then combining them on a computer.
Page 95 Front side Rear side Top side Side view Bottom Basic operations Using the control wheel Using the multi-selector Using MENU items Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) How to use the Quick Navi screen How to use the keyboard Icons and indicators List of icons on the monitor...
Page 96 Notes on memory card Attaching a lens Attaching/removing a lens Attaching the lens hood Attaching accessories Mount Adaptor LA-EA1/LA-EA3/LA-EA5 Mount Adaptor LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor Vertical grip Multi Battery Adaptor Kit Setting language, date and time In-Camera Guide Shooting Shooting still images Focusing Focus Mode Auto focus...
Page 97 Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area) Focus Frame Color Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) AF Tracking Sens. (still image) Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Illuminator (still image) AF Area Auto Clear Disp.
Page 98 Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Interval shooting Interval Shoot Func. Using touch functions Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Selecting still image size/image quality File Format (still image) RAW File Type (still image) JPEG Quality (still image)
Page 99 Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Movie: Exposure Mode S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Controlling the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. Reset EV Comp. Dial Ev Comp Exposure Set. Guide Exposure step Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Spot Metering Point AE lock AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std.
Page 100 White Balance Priority Set in AWB Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Shutter AWB Lock (still image) Setting how to process images Creative Style Picture Effect Color Space (still image) Shutter settings Anti-flicker Shoot. (still image) Release w/o Lens Release w/o Card Silent Shooting (still image)
Page 101 Using flash (sold separately) Red Eye Reduction Flash Mode Flash Comp. FEL lock External Flash Set. Wireless Flash Using a flash with a sync terminal cord Recording movies Shooting movies Movie w/ shutter Movie recording formats File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) S&Q Settings Proxy Recording Audio Recording...
Page 102 Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) 4K Output Select (movie) Video Light Mode Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Rotating an image (Rotate) Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Playing back movies Volume Settings...
Page 103 Designating images for printing (DPOF) Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing) Deleting images Deleting a displayed image Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete confirm. Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable Customizing the camera Customization features of the camera Registering frequently used functions Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)
Page 104 Shot. Result Preview Live View Display Monitor/viewfinder settings Grid Line FINDER/MONITOR Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Finder Frame Rate (still image) Display Quality Bright Monitoring Memory card settings Format File/Folder Settings (still image) File Settings (movie) Display Media Info. Rec.
Page 105 HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply Save/Load Settings Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Copyright Info Version IPTC Information Write Serial Number Demo Mode Initializing the camera Setting Reset Using network functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Imaging Edge Mobile...
Page 106 Reading location information from a smartphone Location Info. Link Set. Using a remote commander with Bluetooth communication Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Transferring images to a TV View on TV Changing the network settings Airplane Mode Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Wi-Fi Settings: Frequency Band (models supporting 5 GHz) Wi-Fi Settings: Display Wi-Fi Info.
Page 107 FTP Transfer Func. Developing RAW images/Remote shooting (Imaging Edge Desktop) Imaging Edge Desktop Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies List of MENU items Using MENU items...
Page 108 Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C Focus Area Focus Settings Focus Area Limit Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) AF Illuminator (still image) Face/Eye AF Set. AF Tracking Sens. (still image) Aperture Drive in AF (still image) AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image)
Page 109 AEL w/ shutter (still image) Exposure Std. Adjust Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction External Flash Set. White Balance Priority Set in AWB D-Range Optimizer (DRO) Creative Style Picture Effect Picture Profile Shutter AWB Lock (still image) Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif.
Page 110 Record Setting (movie) S&Q Settings Proxy Recording AF drive speed (movie) AF Tracking Sens. (movie) Auto Slow Shutter (movie) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Level Display Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) Video Light Mode Movie w/ shutter...
Page 111 Exposure Set. Guide Live View Display Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Auto Review Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Dial Setup Av/Tv Rotate Dial Ev Comp...
Page 112 Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset Bluetooth Settings Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Edit Device Name Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) Security(IPsec) Reset Network Set. Playback Protecting images (Protect) Rotating an image (Rotate) Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing)
Page 113 Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Gamma Disp. Assist Volume Settings Delete confirm. Display Quality Power Save Start Time Auto Power OFF Temp. NTSC/PAL Selector Cleaning Mode Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Pad Settings Demo Mode TC/UB Settings IR Remote Ctrl HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info.
Page 114 IPTC Information Copyright Info Write Serial Number Format Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode Rec. Media Settings: Auto Switch Media File/Folder Settings (still image) File Settings (movie) Recover Image DB Display Media Info. Version Save/Load Settings Setting Reset My Menu Add Item...
Page 115 License Specifications Trademarks List of default setting values If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 116 Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp When the lens is removed Mounting index Image sensor* Mount Lens contacts* Do not directly touch these parts. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 117 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Rear side Eyepiece Cup To remove the eyepiece cup Push the grips at the bottom of the eyepiece cup to the left and right and lift up the cup. Remove the eyepiece cup when attaching an angle viewfinder (sold separately). Also, select MENU → (Camera Settings2) →...
Page 118 For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button. Control wheel Access lamp For shooting: C4 button (Custom button 4) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 119 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Top side Mode dial The mode dial is unlocked while you hold down the unlock button at the center. Rear dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode. Exposure compensation dial Pressing the lock button at the center switches the exposure compensation dial between the locked and unlocked status.
Page 120 For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’ accessories are not guaranteed.
Page 121 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Side view (Flash sync) terminal Speaker (Microphone) jack When an external microphone is connected, the built-in microphone turns off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera. (Headphones) jack HDMI micro jack USB Type-C terminal...
Page 122 SLOT 2 (Memory card slot 2) 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.
Page 123 Insert the cable into one of the jacks. Insert the cable into the holding part and then secure the cable with the fixing dial (D). To remove the cable protector Loosen the attachment screw, and then remove the cable protector. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 124 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bottom Lock lever Battery insertion slot Battery cover When attaching an accessory such as a vertical grip (sold separately), remove the battery cover. To remove the battery cover Pull the battery cover release lever (A) in the direction of the arrow, and then remove the battery cover. To attach the battery cover Insert the shaft on one side of the battery cover into the attachment site, and then push in the battery cover by attaching the shaft on the opposite side.
Page 125 Tripod socket hole Supports 1/4-20 UNC screws Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 126 During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Focus Standard Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 127 Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right. The [Focus Standard] function is assigned to the center of the multi-selector in the default settings. Related Topic Focus Area Focus Standard 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 128 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen. Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel.
Page 129 Add Item Display From My Menu 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 130 Multi-Slc Center Btn Button For examples of custom key settings, refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/custom.php Hint You can recall functions more quickly by using the Function menu to configure each setting directly from the Fn button, along with the custom keys. Refer to the related functions under “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.
Page 131 Custom Key], the camera will switch to the shooting mode and recall the assigned function when you press the key in the playback mode. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 132 (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu. For details on functions that can be registered to the function menu, refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/function.php Hint You can register twelve functions to the Function menus for still image shooting and movie shooting, respectively.
Page 133 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV How to use the Quick Navi screen The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor]. Place a mark on [For viewfinder] and then select [Enter].
Page 135 Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable. When using [Creative Style], [Picture Profile], etc., some of the setup tasks can only be accomplished on a dedicated screen. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons. Icons on the shooting screen Monitor mode Viewfinder mode...
Page 138 Image size of still images RAW recording (compressed/uncompressed) X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD File format of movies Record setting of movies 120p 60p 60i 30p 24p 100p 50p 50i 25p Frame rate of movies Proxy Recording 120fps 60fps 30fps 15fps 8fps 4fps 100fps 50fps 25fps 12fps 6fps 3fps 2fps 1fps Frame rate for slow/quick motion shooting...
Page 139 Tracking Cancel Spot Focus Performing [Spot Focus] NFC active Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Connected to smartphone / Not connected to smartphone Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained Airplane Mode Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Battery Remaining battery Remaining battery warning...
Page 140 Focus indicator/exposure settings Focus indicator 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock/FEL lock/AWB lock Guides/other Tracking Cancel Guide display for tracking Focus Cancel Guide display for canceling focusing Control wheel function Guide display for My Dial Bracket indicator Spot metering area...
Page 141 Icons on the playback screen Single-image playback Histogram display Basic information Playback media View Mode IPTC Information Rating Protect DPOF DPOF set File number/Number of images in the view mode NFC active Remaining battery Display as Group Proxy movie included 000000 2/4 Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.
Page 142 Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” for other icons displayed in this area. Image information Latitude/longitude information Copyright information exists for image 2019 -1-1 10:37PM Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number C0003 Movie file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder. Each time you press the DISP button, the screen display changes.
Page 144 If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/underexposed warning). The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right.
Page 145 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 146 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available.
Page 147 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 148 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) Battery Charger (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region. NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) USB Type-C cable (1) Shoulder Strap (1)
Page 149 Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Eyepiece Cup (1) (Attached to the camera) Operating Instructions (1) Reference Guide (1) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 150 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Charging the battery pack using a charger Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. Place the battery pack on the battery charger aligning the direction of mark. Slide the battery pack to the end towards the arrow. Connect the power cord (supplied) to the battery charger, and connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 151 Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. Related Topic...
Page 152 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Inserting/removing the battery pack Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Close the cover. To charge the battery pack while it is inserted into the camera Turn the camera off, and then connect the camera to a computer, etc.
Page 154 Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 155 Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) Using a FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (sold separately) The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 156 (wall socket). When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 157 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Notes on the battery pack Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. Do not expose the battery pack to water.
Page 158 If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 159 If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new or different one and check that the newly inserted battery is charging correctly. If the newly inserted battery is charging correctly, the previously inserted battery may be faulty. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 160 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product. Open the memory card cover. Insert the SD card into the slot 1. When using two memory cards, insert the second one into the slot 2. Insert the memory card with the terminal side facing toward you, until it clicks into place.
Page 161 Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 162 FAT32 Fully charge the battery pack before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card. Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 163 When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a malfunction. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 164 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Attaching/removing a lens Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the lens. Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens. It is recommended that you attach the front lens cap when you have done shooting.
Page 165 When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment. Related Topic Attaching the lens hood 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 166 Remove the lens hood when using the flash as the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image. To store the lens hood after shooting, attach the lens hood to the lens backward. Related Topic Attaching/removing a lens 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 167 When a setting other than [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is selected for [Cont. Shooting], the focus is locked during the first shot, even if [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.
Page 168 Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens. Focus Mode: Single-shot AF/Automatic AF/Continuous AF/DMF (Direct Manual Focus)/Manual Focus When using a Mount Adaptor in the movie mode, adjust the aperture value and the focus manually. SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 169 Even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [AF]. Even if [Priority Set in AF-C] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [Release]. Available focus area: Wide/Center/Flexible Spot/Tracking SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 170 The LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) and the vertical grip are not designed to be attached at the same time. If you attach them at the same time, the space between the Mount Adaptor and the vertical grip will become narrow, making the camera difficult to hold. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 171 While the plug-in plate of the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit is inserted in the camera, do not slide the battery lock lever of the camera. The plug-in plate will be ejected from the camera if you do so. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 172 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Setting language, date and time The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Turn on the camera.
Page 173 Related Topic Date/Time Setup Area Setting Using the control wheel 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 174 The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings. Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the (Delete) button (A). The descriptions of the item are displayed. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera.
Page 176 When the subject is moving, you cannot lock the focus even if [Focus Mode] has been set to [Automatic AF]. Related Topic List of mode dial function Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Playing back still images Auto Review Focus Mode Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 177 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject.
Page 178 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 179 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 180 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” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1, LA-EA3 or LA-EA5) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
Page 181 When [Subject Detection] for [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal], [Tracking] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area]. Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 Also, even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens, the phase detection AF might not function unless you update the lens. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 184 The camera focuses on the center of the screen when you press the key. Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 185 You can set the area to be magnified when focusing manually. Front dial: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. Rear dial: Moves the area to be magnified right/left. Control wheel: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 186 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
Page 187 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 188 Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again. Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 190 AF w/ shutter], [ Pre-AF], and [ Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 191 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Face/Eye AF Set. This function is used to determine whether or not the camera will focus with priority on faces or eyes. There are two ways to perform [Eye AF]. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the custom key.
Page 192 Eye detection frame A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible, depending on the settings. The eye detection frame is displayed as follows when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal]. [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key.
Page 193 Even when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area AF Area Auto Clear Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 194 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot. MENU →...
Page 196 This function is available in still image shooting mode. This function is available when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 197 Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned. Press the shutter button while holding down the key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 198 The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Lock Operation Parts] setting is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 199 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 200 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Frame Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 201 Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 203 5(Responsive) / 4 / 3(Standard) / 2 / 1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 204 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 205 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 206 If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 207 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 208 Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 209 Detection AF. Phase Detection AF may not operate even with some compatible lens, such as lenses purchased in the past that have not been updated. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 210 The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Note Even if you set [Circ. of Focus Point] to [Circulate], the focusing frame will not circulate diagonally. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 211 [Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
Page 212 When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 213 When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder. The displayed focus distance is just a reference. Related Topic Focus Magnifier Peaking Setting MF Assist (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 214 When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Related Topic Peaking Setting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 215 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier]. Press the center of the multi-selector to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.
Page 216 Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 217 MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 218 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 219 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.9: Displays a 3.9-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 220 Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 221 DRO Bracket : Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 222 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Select (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Shooting]. You can also set the continuous shooting by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) →...
Page 223 The speed of continuous shooting decreases when you shoot with a flash. Related Topic Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Focus Mode Aperture Drive in AF (still image) AEL w/ shutter (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 224 Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 225 Set [Audio signals] to [Off] to turn off the beeping sound during the self-timer countdown. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Bracket]. Related Topic Audio signals 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 5 Img. Hint Press the shutter button again or press on the control wheel to stop the count of the self-timer. Press on the control wheel and select (Single Shooting) to cancel the self-timer. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 227 When the flash is used, the product performs flash bracket shooting, which shifts the amount of flash light even if [Cont. Bracket] is selected. Press the shutter button for each image. Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 228 [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When the exposure is compensated, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 229 During bracket shooting, guides equal to the number of images to be shot are displayed over/under the bracket indicator. When you start single bracket shooting, the guides will disappear one by one as the camera records images. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 231 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 232 Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 233 Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 234 (Interval shooting). You can then create a movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge Desktop (Viewer). You cannot create a movie from the still images on the camera. For details on interval shooting, refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/interval.php MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Interval Shoot Func.] →...
Page 235 The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] is set to other than [Off] Related Topic Imaging Edge Desktop Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 236 (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 237 Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 238 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Func. of Touch Operation: 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].
Page 239 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 240 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor When [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 241 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
Page 242 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 243 If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) RAW File Type (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 244 RAW format. Note When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 245 Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 246 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV JPEG Image Size (still image) 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 →...
Page 247 4160×4160 pixels M︓10M 3168×3168 pixels S︓4.3M 2080×2080 pixels Note When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 248 Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 249 For movies, it is approx. 1.6 times the focal length indicated on the lens. The angle of view for XAVC S 4K movies in the 30p format is approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 250 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Angle of view The angle of view switches to the equivalent of full frame or APS-C/Super 35mm, depending on the setting for [APS- C/Super 35mm] and the attached lens. The angle of view is also different for still image shooting and movie shooting. Angle of view equivalent to full frame (A) When shooting still images (with [ Aspect Ratio] set to [3:2])
Page 251 Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 252 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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. Available functions (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition.
Page 253 S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 254 The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic About Scene Recognition 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 255 When the product recognizes certain scenes, the following icons and guides are displayed on the first line: (Portrait) (Infant) (Night Portrait) (Night Scene) (Backlight Portrait) (Backlight) (Landscape) (Macro) (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scene using a tripod) Related Topic Intelligent Auto 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 256 Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Aperture Preview 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 258 However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Long Exposure NR (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 259 When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 260 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bulb shooting You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Bulb shooting is suitable for shooting trails from stars or fireworks, etc. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure). Turn the rear dial clockwise until [BULB] is indicated.
Page 262 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 263 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 264 Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 265 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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 266 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Dial Ev Comp Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 268 The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the front or rear dial. Related Topic Exposure Comp. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 269 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 270 (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 271 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details 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 273 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 274 When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 275 Custom Key] → [AEL Button] → [AEL toggle], you can lock the exposure without holding down the button. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 276 Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 277 If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 278 (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 279 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 280 Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], [DRO] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 281 The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 282 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 283 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 284 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature. When a power zoom lens is mounted: When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted: Optical zoom range...
Page 285 To use another zoom function than the optical zoom for movies, assign [Zoom] to the desired key using [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting About zoom scale Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 286 You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 287 However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 288 Full-frame Approx. 6.1× Digital Zoom APS-C Approx. 5.3× Full-frame Approx. 8× APS-C Approx. 8× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting JPEG Image Size (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 289 Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 290 It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 291 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 292 If you use a flash when capturing a basic white color, the custom white balance will be registered with the lighting from the flash. Be sure to use a flash whenever you shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 293 Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 294 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. To adjust (Contrast), (Saturation) and...
Page 295 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 296 When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function is not available. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 297 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 298 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Anti-flicker Shoot. (still image) Detects flickering/blinking from artificial light sources such as fluorescent lighting and times the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact. This function reduces differences in the exposure and color tone caused by flickering between the upper area and the lower area of an image shot with fast shutter speed and during continuous shooting.
Page 300 Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 301 Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 302 Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Picture Effect Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shutter BULB shooting After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 303 [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven. When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. In such cases, set [e-Front Curtain Shutter] to [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 304 Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod, etc. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 305 When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 306 Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 307 Long Exposure NR] is set to [On] in the following situations: [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 308 High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Face/Eye AF Set. Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 310 Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 311 When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 312 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 313 RAW images to the computer and then combine them using Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote). For techniques for [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.], refer to the following support site. https://www.sony.net/psms/ Hint You can also perform [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] on the camera itself without using Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote). Select MENU →...
Page 314 When shooting in the [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] mode, you cannot use the optical wireless flash. If shooting is set to a mode other than P/A/S/M, you cannot perform [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.]. If you use a Mount Adaptor, the shooting interval may be longer. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 315 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 316 Related Topic Flash Mode Wireless Flash Using a flash with a sync terminal cord 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 317 Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 318 Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 319 If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 320 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV FEL lock The flash level is automatically adjusted so that the subject gets the optimum exposure during normal flash shooting. You can also set the flash level in advance. FEL: Flash Exposure Level MENU →...
Page 321 If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are fixed, lights up. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 322 You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
Page 324 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 325 Auto white balance function is not recommended. Use the custom white balance function to achieve a more accurate white balance. When a flash is connected to the (flash sync) terminal, the flash indicator will not be displayed. Related Topic Manual Exposure Live View Display Flash Comp. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 326 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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 327 Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to a computer. Related Topic MOVIE Button Movie w/ shutter File Format (movie) Recordable movie times Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 328 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]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 329 The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time. Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) AVCHD format 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 330 Record Setting] is set to [30p 100M] or [30p 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 331 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. Menu item details When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]...
Page 332 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 333 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 334 The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 335 Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 336 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 337 The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 338 [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 339 Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 340 Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
Page 342 This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed. HLG is used in HDR TV program production, as defined in the international standard Recommendation ITU-R BT.2100. Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level.
Page 343 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 344 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 345 [Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 346 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 347 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 348 Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 349 Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 350 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
Page 351 [Recording Mode] is set to [Standard], [Simult. ( )], [Sort(RAW/JPEG)], [Sort(JPEG/RAW)] or [Sort( )]. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 352 Press the key to which [TC/UB Disp. Switch] is assigned. Each time you press the key, the monitor display will switch from the movie recording time counter → time code (TC) → user bit (UB), in that order. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 353 Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 354 The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 355 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 356 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 4K Output Select (movie) 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.
Page 358 The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 359 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Related Topic Recover Image DB Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Display as Group 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 360 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 361 Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 362 Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor or viewfinder of the camera. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 363 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 364 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 365 Even if you shoot the movie vertically, the movie will be displayed horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 366 Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 367 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 368 While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 369 When you use the Image Jump function and [Image Jump Method] is set to a parameter other than [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images], movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 370 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. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 371 [Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 372 MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval Imaging Edge Desktop 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 373 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the front/rear dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 374 When you select [Date View] in [View Mode], the camera only plays back images from a memory card selected using [Select Playback Media]. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 375 XAVC S movies can only be copied to a memory card that supports XAVC S movies. A message will be displayed on the monitor of the camera when images cannot be copied. Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 376 Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 377 If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 378 (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 379 Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 380 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 381 You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 382 [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 383 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 384 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required. Turn off both this product and the TV.
Page 385 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 386 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Customization features of the camera The camera has various customization features such as registration of functions and shooting settings to custom keys. You can combine your preferred settings to customize the camera for easier operation. For details on how to configure the settings and use them, refer to the page for each function.
Page 387 * Some settings cannot be saved on a memory card. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Add Item Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Save/Load Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 388 M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. When registering the settings on a memory card, only a memory card that has been selected using [ Select Media] can be used. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 389 Selects the memory card slot from which settings are recalled or to which settings are registered for M1 through M4. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Select Media] → desired slot. Menu item details Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 390 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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 391 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 392 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
Page 393 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Lock Operation Parts] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 394 The front dial is used to change the shutter speed and the rear dial to change the aperture value. The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed. Note The [Dial Setup] function is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 395 Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 396 You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note If you set [ AF Area Registration] to [On], [Lock Operation Parts] will be fixed to [Off]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 397 The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 398 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 399 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 400 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 401 Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 402 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 403 (My Menu) → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 404 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 405 Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Shot. Result Preview 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 406 Preview], but some effects cannot be previewed depending on the shooting settings. Even in that case, the settings you have selected will be applied to the images you shoot. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Aperture Preview 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 407 [Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 408 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 409 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 410 Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 411 When using the viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 412 (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 413 Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 414 Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 415 When [Focus Settings] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change. Related Topic Live View Display 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 416 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 417 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV File/Folder Settings (still image) Sets file names for still images to be shot, and specifies folders for storing the shot still images. MENU → (Setup) → [ File/Folder Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details File Number: You can set how to assign file numbers to still images.
Page 419 If you insert a memory card used with [File Name Format] set to one of the following into another device, the memory card may not function properly. [Title] [Date + Title] [Title + Date] If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 420 Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.] → desired memory card slot. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 421 To record the same image on two memory cards at the same time or to sort recorded images onto two memory card slots by the image type (still image/movie), use [Recording Mode]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 422 Even when [Recording Mode] is set to [Sort(RAW/JPEG)] or [Sort(JPEG/RAW)], if [RAW & JPEG] is not selected under [ File Format], only files of the selected format will be recorded. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 423 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Rec. Media Settings: 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. (Setup) →...
Page 424 Example: When [Prioritize Rec. Media] is set to [Slot 1] ([Recording Mode]: [Simult. ( : Simultaneous recording is available. : Recording is disabled. : The same image cannot be recorded simultaneously. (A): Recording is no longer possible on the memory card (due to lack of capacity, etc.). (B): The memory card is removed.
Page 425 If you want to continually record with the settings selected with [Recording Mode] and [Prioritize Rec. Media], set [Auto Switch Media] to [Off]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Recordable movie times Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 426 (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → desired memory card slot → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 427 Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 428 While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV While [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On] When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 429 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 430 When [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using an infrared remote commander. An infrared remote commander cannot be used while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 431 If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 432 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 433 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 434 Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 435 Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 436 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 437 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 438 The memory card in memory card slot 1 is the connection target. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 439 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 440 Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 441 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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. Menu item details Save: Saves the current settings of this camera to a memory card.
Page 442 Only Slot 1 is used for saving or loading data. You cannot change the saving/loading destination slot. You cannot load settings from a camera of a different model. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 443 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 444 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 445 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 446 In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
Page 447 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 448 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 449 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 450 You can activate this function only when the product is connected using a dedicated AC Adaptor. When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. [Demo Mode] always displays movies on the memory card in memory card slot 1. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 451 The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 452 Imaging Edge Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. 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 Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.
Page 453 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 454 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Controlling the camera using a smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU → (Network) →...
Page 455 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Airplane Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 456 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the QR Code. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU → (Network) →...
Page 457 Imaging Edge Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 458 If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 459 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR Code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 460 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 461 If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 462 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. MENU →...
Page 463 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 464 Menu item details Proxy Only: Transfers only proxy movies. Original Only: Transfers only original movies. Proxy & Original: Transfers both proxy and original movies. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 465 Remote Power ON/OFF] again on the smartphone. When the camera is turned on, the camera switches to the shooting mode, and [Send to Smartphone Func.] ends. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 466 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies and slow-motion and quick- motion movies.
Page 467 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 468 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 469 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile before trying again.
Page 470 For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 471 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 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.
Page 472 Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 473 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Page 474 When [Display as Group] is set to [On], only the first image of the group is transferred to the TV. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 475 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 476 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 477 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 478 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 479 (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz Note If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 480 [FTP Function] under [FTP Transfer Func.] is set to [On], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. [PC Remote] is set to [On] and [PC Remote Cnct Method] is set to [Wi-Fi Access Point] under [PC Remote Function], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 481 If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings of the computer. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 482 Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 483 (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 484 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Import Root Certificate]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 485 The authentication expires after 24 hours. Encrypted communications can only be made with devices that are configured correctly. Communications with other devices are not encrypted. For details on the IPsec configuration, consult the administrator of the network for your device. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 486 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 487 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 488 You can create a disc from movies imported to a computer. Blu-ray discs or AVCHD discs can be created from XAVC S-format movies. For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 489 Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 490 Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Related Topic USB Connection USB LUN Setting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 491 Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies or XAVC S movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. If you delete images or perform other operations from the connected computer, the image database file may become inconsistent.
Page 492 On some computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In this case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 493 (Network) → [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] → [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] → [Off] beforehand. For details on [PC Remote Function], refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/pcremote.php MENU → (Network) → [PC Remote Function] → Select an item to set, and then select the desired setting.
Page 494 While a still image is being played back on the camera, you cannot shoot with [PC Remote]. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can only be selected when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 495 If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 496 You can set up image transferring using an FTP server or transfer images to the FTP server. Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 497 For details on how to use Imaging Edge Desktop, refer to the support page. https://www.sony.net/disoft/help/ Installing Imaging Edge Desktop on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/d/ Related Topic USB Connection Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 498 A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 4, 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 499 Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 500 α7RIV 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 4, 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 501 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 4, 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 502 For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. Related Topic Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 503 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen. Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel.
Page 504 Add Item Display From My Menu 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 505 If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) RAW File Type (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 506 RAW format. Note When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 507 Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 508 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV JPEG Image Size (still image) 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 →...
Page 509 4160×4160 pixels M︓10M 3168×3168 pixels S︓4.3M 2080×2080 pixels Note When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 510 Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 511 For movies, it is approx. 1.6 times the focal length indicated on the lens. The angle of view for XAVC S 4K movies in the 30p format is approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 512 Long Exposure NR] is set to [On] in the following situations: [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 513 High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 514 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 515 Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 516 DRO Bracket : Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 517 Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 518 (Interval shooting). You can then create a movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge Desktop (Viewer). You cannot create a movie from the still images on the camera. For details on interval shooting, refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/interval.php MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Interval Shoot Func.] →...
Page 519 The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] is set to other than [Off] Related Topic Imaging Edge Desktop Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 520 RAW images to the computer and then combine them using Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote). For techniques for [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.], refer to the following support site. https://www.sony.net/psms/ Hint You can also perform [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] on the camera itself without using Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote). Select MENU →...
Page 521 When shooting in the [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.] mode, you cannot use the optical wireless flash. If shooting is set to a mode other than P/A/S/M, you cannot perform [Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.]. If you use a Mount Adaptor, the shooting interval may be longer. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 522 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 523 M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. When registering the settings on a memory card, only a memory card that has been selected using [ Select Media] can be used. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 524 Selects the memory card slot from which settings are recalled or to which settings are registered for M1 through M4. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Select Media] → desired slot. Menu item details Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 525 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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 526 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 527 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject.
Page 528 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 529 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 530 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 531 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 532 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” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1, LA-EA3 or LA-EA5) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
Page 533 When [Subject Detection] for [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal], [Tracking] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area]. Related Topic Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 534 You can set the area to be magnified when focusing manually. Front dial: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. Rear dial: Moves the area to be magnified right/left. Control wheel: Moves the area to be magnified up/down. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 535 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 536 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
Page 537 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 538 If the Multi Interface Shoe is equipped with a flash with an AF illuminator function, when the flash is turned on, the AF illuminator will turn on as well. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 539 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Face/Eye AF Set. This function is used to determine whether or not the camera will focus with priority on faces or eyes. There are two ways to perform [Eye AF]. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Focusing on the eyes by pressing the custom key.
Page 540 Eye detection frame A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible, depending on the settings. The eye detection frame is displayed as follows when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal]. [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key.
Page 541 Even when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area AF Area Auto Clear Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 542 5(Responsive) / 4 / 3(Standard) / 2 / 1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 543 When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 544 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 545 Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 546 Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 547 The mode dial is set to either (Auto Mode), (Movie) or When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Lock Operation Parts] setting is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 548 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 549 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Frame Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 550 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 551 Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 552 Detection AF. Phase Detection AF may not operate even with some compatible lens, such as lenses purchased in the past that have not been updated. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 553 The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Note Even if you set [Circ. of Focus Point] to [Circulate], the focusing frame will not circulate diagonally. Related Topic Focus Area 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 554 [Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
Page 555 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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 556 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Dial Ev Comp Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 557 Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 558 The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 559 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 560 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 561 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details 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 563 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 564 When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 565 (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV / 0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 566 Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 567 If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 568 Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 569 If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 570 (Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 571 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 572 Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 573 You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
Page 575 It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 576 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 577 Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], [DRO] switches to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 578 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. To adjust (Contrast), (Saturation) and...
Page 579 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 580 When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function is not available. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 581 Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
Page 582 This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed. HLG is used in HDR TV program production, as defined in the international standard Recommendation ITU-R BT.2100. Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level.
Page 583 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 584 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 585 Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 586 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier]. Press the center of the multi-selector to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.
Page 587 Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 588 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 589 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.9: Displays a 3.9-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 590 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot. (Camera Settings1) →...
Page 592 MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 593 Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 594 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Anti-flicker Shoot. (still image) Detects flickering/blinking from artificial light sources such as fluorescent lighting and times the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact. This function reduces differences in the exposure and color tone caused by flickering between the upper area and the lower area of an image shot with fast shutter speed and during continuous shooting.
Page 596 Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 597 When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 598 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 599 To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Face/Eye AF Set. Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 600 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 601 Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 602 Record Setting] is set to [30p 100M] or [30p 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 603 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. Menu item details When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]...
Page 604 60M] during XAVC S 4K movie shooting, the angle of view is equivalent to approx. 1.8 times the focal length indicated on the lens. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 605 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 606 The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 607 Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 608 Sets the AF drive speed to fast. This mode is suitable for shooting active scenes, such as sports. Normal: Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 609 Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 610 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 611 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 612 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 613 [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 614 The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 615 Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 616 Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 617 The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or , or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 618 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 619 The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 620 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]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 621 Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Picture Effect Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shutter BULB shooting After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 622 [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven. When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. In such cases, set [e-Front Curtain Shutter] to [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 623 Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 624 Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 625 Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod, etc. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 626 When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 627 You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 628 However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 629 Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 630 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available.
Page 631 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 632 When the monitor is pulled out, the eye sensor of the camera will not detect your eye approaching even if [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 633 Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 634 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 635 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 636 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 637 [Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 638 Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 639 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 640 Multi-Slc Center Btn Button For examples of custom key settings, refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/custom.php Hint You can recall functions more quickly by using the Function menu to configure each setting directly from the Fn button, along with the custom keys. Refer to the related functions under “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.
Page 641 Custom Key], the camera will switch to the shooting mode and recall the assigned function when you press the key in the playback mode. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 642 (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu. For details on functions that can be registered to the function menu, refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/function.php Hint You can register twelve functions to the Function menus for still image shooting and movie shooting, respectively.
Page 643 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 644 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
Page 645 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Lock Operation Parts] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 646 The front dial is used to change the shutter speed and the rear dial to change the aperture value. The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed. Note The [Dial Setup] function is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 647 Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 648 The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the front or rear dial. Related Topic Exposure Comp. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 649 The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 650 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Func. of Touch Operation: 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].
Page 651 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 652 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor When [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 653 Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion] mode. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 654 You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note If you set [ AF Area Registration] to [On], [Lock Operation Parts] will be fixed to [Off]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 655 Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 656 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. MENU →...
Page 657 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 658 Menu item details Proxy Only: Transfers only proxy movies. Original Only: Transfers only original movies. Proxy & Original: Transfers both proxy and original movies. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 659 Remote Power ON/OFF] again on the smartphone. When the camera is turned on, the camera switches to the shooting mode, and [Send to Smartphone Func.] ends. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 660 If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 661 You can set up image transferring using an FTP server or transfer images to the FTP server. Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 662 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Page 663 When [Display as Group] is set to [On], only the first image of the group is transferred to the TV. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 664 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 665 (Network) → [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] → [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] → [Off] beforehand. For details on [PC Remote Function], refer to the following URL: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-7rm4a/pcremote.php MENU → (Network) → [PC Remote Function] → Select an item to set, and then select the desired setting.
Page 666 While a still image is being played back on the camera, you cannot shoot with [PC Remote]. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can only be selected when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 667 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 668 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 669 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 670 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 671 (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz Note If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 672 [FTP Function] under [FTP Transfer Func.] is set to [On], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. [PC Remote] is set to [On] and [PC Remote Cnct Method] is set to [Wi-Fi Access Point] under [PC Remote Function], and a Wi-Fi connection has been established. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 673 If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings of the computer. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 674 Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 675 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 676 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile before trying again.
Page 677 For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 678 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 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.
Page 679 Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 680 (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) How to use the keyboard 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 681 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Import Root Certificate]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 682 The authentication expires after 24 hours. Encrypted communications can only be made with devices that are configured correctly. Communications with other devices are not encrypted. For details on the IPsec configuration, consult the administrator of the network for your device. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 683 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 684 If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 685 Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor or viewfinder of the camera. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 686 [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 687 (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 688 Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 689 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 690 XAVC S movies can only be copied to a memory card that supports XAVC S movies. A message will be displayed on the monitor of the camera when images cannot be copied. Related Topic Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 691 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 692 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 693 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 694 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 695 MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval Imaging Edge Desktop 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 696 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the front/rear dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 697 Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 698 When you select [Date View] in [View Mode], the camera only plays back images from a memory card selected using [Select Playback Media]. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 699 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. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 700 While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 701 [Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 702 Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 703 When you use the Image Jump function and [Image Jump Method] is set to a parameter other than [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images], movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 704 Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 705 When using the viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 706 (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 707 [Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 708 Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 709 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 710 Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 711 While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV While [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On] When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 712 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 713 If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 714 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/ Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
Page 715 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 716 (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 717 Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 718 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
Page 719 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 720 You can activate this function only when the product is connected using a dedicated AC Adaptor. When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. [Demo Mode] always displays movies on the memory card in memory card slot 1. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 721 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
Page 722 [Recording Mode] is set to [Standard], [Simult. ( )], [Sort(RAW/JPEG)], [Sort(JPEG/RAW)] or [Sort( )]. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 723 When [IR Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode. Set [Off] after using an infrared remote commander. An infrared remote commander cannot be used while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 724 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 725 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 726 Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 727 Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 728 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 729 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 730 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 4K Output Select (movie) 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.
Page 732 The memory card in memory card slot 1 is the connection target. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 733 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 734 Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 735 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 736 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 737 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 738 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 739 In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
Page 740 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 741 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 742 To record the same image on two memory cards at the same time or to sort recorded images onto two memory card slots by the image type (still image/movie), use [Recording Mode]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Recording Mode Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 743 Even when [Recording Mode] is set to [Sort(RAW/JPEG)] or [Sort(JPEG/RAW)], if [RAW & JPEG] is not selected under [ File Format], only files of the selected format will be recorded. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 744 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Rec. Media Settings: 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. MENU →...
Page 745 Example: When [Prioritize Rec. Media] is set to [Slot 1] ([Recording Mode]: [Simult. ( : Simultaneous recording is available. : Recording is disabled. : The same image cannot be recorded simultaneously. (A): Recording is no longer possible on the memory card (due to lack of capacity, etc.). (B): The memory card is removed.
Page 746 If you want to continually record with the settings selected with [Recording Mode] and [Prioritize Rec. Media], set [Auto Switch Media] to [Off]. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Recordable movie times Rec. Media Settings: Prioritize Rec. Media 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 747 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV File/Folder Settings (still image) Sets file names for still images to be shot, and specifies folders for storing the shot still images. MENU → (Setup) → [ File/Folder Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details File Number: You can set how to assign file numbers to still images.
Page 749 If you insert a memory card used with [File Name Format] set to one of the following into another device, the memory card may not function properly. [Title] [Date + Title] [Title + Date] If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 750 (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → desired memory card slot → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 751 Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.] → desired memory card slot. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 752 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 753 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV 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. Menu item details Save: Saves the current settings of this camera to a memory card.
Page 754 Only Slot 1 is used for saving or loading data. You cannot change the saving/loading destination slot. You cannot load settings from a camera of a different model. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 755 The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 756 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 757 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 758 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 759 Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 760 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 761 (My Menu) → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 762 Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record, or loss of or damage to recorded images or audio data, due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.
Page 763 If a database file error occurs, export all images to your computer, and then format the memory card using this product. Do not use/store the product in the following places In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.
Page 764 Notes on using lenses When using the power zoom lens, be careful not to get your fingers or any other objects caught in the lens. (Only for models with a power zoom feature or interchangeable lens cameras) If you must place the camera under a light source such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap or interchangeable lens cameras) When you shoot with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view.
Page 765 To connect the camera to a network, connect it through a router or a LAN port with the same function. Failure to connect in this manner may result in security issues. Optional accessories It is recommended that you use genuine Sony accessories. Some Sony accessories are only available in certain countries and regions. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 766 If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 767 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/ Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
Page 768 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 769 The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 770 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...
Page 771 File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. Related Topic Battery life and number of recordable images 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 772 Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 773 As the AVCHD format uses compression coding technology, the picture may be unstable in scenes where the screen, angle of view, or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 774 Android products may be unable to access the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder on this product. In this case, a message such as “Unsupported Sony USB drive” may be displayed by the Android product. It is therefore recommended that you use a device other than an Android product to read the licenses.
Page 775 Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format 35 mm full frame (35.7 mm × 23.8 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 61 000 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.
Page 776 Based on our measurement conditions. The speed of continuous shooting can be slower, depending on the shooting conditions. [Recording format] File format JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) Movie (XAVC S format) MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0 format compliant Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264...
Page 777 [Input/output terminals] USB Type-C terminal SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2) Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Supports Micro USB compatible devices. HDMI HDMI type D micro jack (Microphone) terminal Ø 3.5 mm Stereo mini jack (Headphones) terminal Ø 3.5 mm Stereo mini jack (Flash sync) terminal [Power, general] Rated input...
Page 778 Rated input 100 – 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.38 A Rated output 8.4 V , 1.6 A Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 Rated voltage 7.2 V Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 779 XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Page 780 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV List of default setting values The following are the default setting values. To reset settings to the default values Select MENU→ (Setup) → [Setting Reset] → [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] → [Enter]. The items that can be reset using [Camera Settings Reset] are limited.
Page 781 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Bracket Settings (Selftimer during Bracket) Bracket Settings (Bracket order) 0→-→+ Interval Shoot Func. (Interval Shooting) Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Start Time) 1 Sec Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Interval) 3 Sec Interval Shoot Func.
Page 782 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] AF Area Registration ― Del. Regist. AF Area ― ― Focus Frame Color White ― AF Area Auto Clear ― Disp. cont. AF area ― Phase Detect. Area ― Does Not Circ.
Page 783 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] External Flash Set. (Ext. Flash Cust. Set.) ― ― White Balance Auto Priority Set in AWB Standard D-Range Optimizer: Auto Creative Style Standard Picture Effect Picture Profile Shutter AWB Lock Focus Magnifier ―...
Page 784 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Proxy Recording AF drive speed Normal AF Tracking Sens. Standard Auto Slow Shutter Initial Focus Mag. x1.0 ― Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Level Display ― Audio Out Timing Live Wind Noise Reduct.
Page 785 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Zebra Setting (Zebra Level) ― Grid Line ― Exposure Set. Guide ― Live View Display Setting Effect ON ― Cont. Shoot. Length Not Displayed ― Auto Review ― Custom Key (Control Wheel) Not set ―...
Page 786 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Follow Custom ( Custom Key (Right Button) ― Follow Custom ( Custom Key (Down Button) ― Follow Custom ( Custom Key (AEL Button) ― Follow Custom ( Custom Key (AF-ON Button) ―...
Page 787 MENU items Default setting value View on TV ― Ctrl w/ Smartphone (Ctrl w/ Smartphone) Ctrl w/ Smartphone ( Connection) ― Ctrl w/ Smartphone (Always Connected) PC Remote Function (PC Remote) PC Remote Function (PC Remote Cnct Method) PC Remote Function (Pairing) ―...
Page 788 To reset the items for [Playback] to the default values, select [Initialize]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset]. MENU items Default setting value Protect ― Rotate ― Delete ― Rating ―...
Page 789 MENU items Default setting value Delete confirm. "Cancel" first Display Quality Standard Power Save Start Time 1 Min Auto Power OFF Temp. Standard NTSC/PAL Selector ― Cleaning Mode ― Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Only Touch Pad Settings (Operation in Vertical Orientation ) Touch Pad Settings (Touch Position Mode) Absolute Position Touch Pad Settings (Operation Area)
Page 790 MENU items Default setting value IPTC Information (Write IPTC Info) IPTC Information (Register IPTC Info) ― Copyright Info (Write Copyright Info) Copyright Info (Set Photographer) ― Copyright Info (Set Copyright) ― Copyright Info (Disp. Copyright Info) ― Write Serial Number Format ―...
Page 791 MENU items Default setting value Delete Item ― Delete Page ― Delete All ― Display From My Menu 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 792 Initialize the settings. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. https://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Setting Reset 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
Page 793 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7RM4A α7RIV Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Power insufficient. The image copying or the image sensor cleaning function will not operate because the remaining battery level is too low.
Page 794 There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back an AVCHD movie because the Image Database File is damaged.
Page 796 If you use two memory-card slots, you can automatically switch to recording with the other memory card when the memory card in use becomes full. ILCE-7RM4A support information This website provides basic information about the camera and information regarding compatible lenses and accessories. (Another window will open.) 5-027-206-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...

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