Sony NEX-F3 Handbook

Sony NEX-F3 Handbook

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  • Page 1 4-423-275-11(1) Interchangeable Table of contents Lens Digital Camera Sample photo Menu Handbook Index © 2012 Sony Corporation NEX-F3...
  • Page 2: How To Use This Handbook

    Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right on the cover and each page to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook ·····································2 Sample photo ························································6 Identifying parts ···················································12 List of icons on the screen···································16 Basic operations Operating the camera··········································19 Menu ···································································21 Shooting images··················································27 Playing back images ···········································29 Deleting images···················································31 Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents) ·····································39...
  • Page 4 Brightness/Color··················································23 Playback······························································24 Setup ···································································24 Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV····································168 Using with your computer··································171 Using the software·············································173 Connecting the camera to the computer ···········176 Creating a movie disc········································178 Printing still images ···········································182 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting·················································183 Warning messages············································189 Others Using the camera abroad ··································192...
  • Page 5 Index Index··································································203...
  • Page 6: Sample Photo

    Sample photo “This is the scene I want to capture in a photo, but how can I do?” You may find the answer by going through the sample photos listed here. Click the desired sample photo. Shooting people (page 7)
  • Page 7 (33) (48) A happy smile (75) In candle light (55) A person in front of night view (53) A moving person (88) A group photo (46, 47) A person lit from behind (65) With soft skin tones (78)
  • Page 8 Shooting macro photos Defocusing the background (33) Adjusting the color to indoor light (89) Flowers (53) Lowering the amount of flash light (93) Focusing manually (66) In better brightness (42) Preventing camera shake for indoor shots Making food look appealing (42)
  • Page 9: Shooting Landscapes

    Running water (62) Vivid green colors (98) Colored leaves (98) Panoramic photos (56) Scenery with a wide range of brightness Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (94) (94) Defocusing the background (33) Keeping your shot level (113) Continued r...
  • Page 10 Shooting sunset/night scenes Holding the camera by hand (53) Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully (53) Fireworks (61) Trail of light (65) Defocusing the background (33) The same scene in different brightness (48) Preventing camera shake (46) Continued r...
  • Page 11 Shooting fast moving subjects Following a moving subject (69) Expressing vigorous action (62) With the subject approaching the camera Capturing the best moment (45) (66)
  • Page 12: Identifying Parts

    S Control wheel (19) When the lens is removed Accessories for the Smart Accessory Terminal can be also attached. Do not cover this part during movie recording. Do not touch this part directly. See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
  • Page 13 • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. I Battery compartment J Connection plate cover •...
  • Page 14 Lens E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3D/F3K/F3Y) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-F3D)
  • Page 15 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3Y) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
  • Page 16: List Of Icons On The Screen

    List of icons on the screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel (page 39). Shooting standby Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S M...
  • Page 17 Display Indication Display Indication Digital Zoom Focus mode Flash charge in progress Focus area mode AF illuminator Face Detection Live view White Balance Does not record sound during movie recording SteadyShot/SteadyShot warning 7500K A7 G7 Electronic Viewfinder Soft Skin Effect...
  • Page 18 Recording time of the movie (m:s) 2012-1-1 9:30AM Recorded date/time of the image 12/12 Image number/Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when Picture Effect did not work on the image.
  • Page 19: Operating The Camera

    Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel. You can assign the functions to the right key on the control wheel (page 137). Continued r...
  • Page 20: Soft Keys

    The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen. To use the function shown at the upper right corner of the screen, press soft key A. To use the function shown at the lower right corner of the screen, press soft key B. To use the function shown at the center, press the center of the control wheel (soft key C).
  • Page 21: Menu

    Using functions in the menu Menu You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. 1 Select MENU. 2 Select the desired item by pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel, and then press the center.
  • Page 22: Camera

    Automatic shooting that allows you to customize settings, except for the exposure (shutter speed and aperture). Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting.
  • Page 23: Image Size

    Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies. Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of the entire image.
  • Page 24: Playback

    Display Contents Switches the information to be displayed on the playback screen. Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim places.
  • Page 25 Changes the range of color reproduction. SteadyShot Sets camera shake compensation. Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately).
  • Page 26 Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card. Eye-Fi Setup* Upload Settings Sets the upload function of the camera when an Eye-Fi card is used. * Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera.
  • Page 27: Shooting Images

    Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note • You can continuously record a movie for up to 29 minutes, and an MP4 format movie for up to 2 GB. The recording time may shorten depending on the ambient temperatures or recording conditions.
  • Page 28 If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator...
  • Page 29: Playing Back Images

    Plays back the recorded images. 1 Press the (Playback) button. 2 Select the image with the control wheel. 3 To play back panoramic images or movies, press the center of the control wheel. During movie playback Control wheel operation Pause/resume Press the center.
  • Page 30: Enlarged Playback

    Enlarged playback A portion of a still image can be enlarged for closer examination during playback. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded still image. You can enlarge playback images from the menu (page 105). 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then select (Enlarge Image).
  • Page 31: Deleting Images

    (Delete) Notes • You cannot delete protected images. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether you delete the image or not beforehand. To delete several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete several images at the same...
  • Page 32: Photo Creativity

    • When the Photo Creativity mode is activated, several items that have been set on the menu become invalid. • When the camera returns to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], or is turned off, the settings are reset to the default ones.
  • Page 33: Background Defocus

    Notes • The defocusing range available depends on the lens used. • The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used. For a better result of Background Defocus • Move closer to the subject.
  • Page 34: Brightness

    Brightness You can adjust the brightness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Brightness]. 4 Select the desired brightness. : To make images brighter : To make images darker...
  • Page 35: Color

    Color You can adjust the color easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Color]. 4 Select the desired color. : To make the color warm : To make the color cool...
  • Page 36: Vividness

    Vividness You can adjust the vividness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Vividness]. 4 Select the desired vividness. : To make images vivid : To make images faint...
  • Page 37: Picture Effect

    Picture Effect You can set Picture Effect easily in Photo Creativity. Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Picture Effect].
  • Page 38 Mono.) Notes • When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject. • The available picture effects are limited with Photo Creativity. Also, fine adjustment is not available. You can use more picture effects and make fine adjustment with Option. Select MENU t [Brightness/Color]...
  • Page 39: Using The Control Wheel

    During playback, MENU t [Playback] t [Display Contents]. 2 Select the desired mode. Notes • You can set [Finder Display(DISP)] when an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached to the camera. • Histogram is not displayed during following operations. – Movie recording/playback –...
  • Page 40 Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically. To set the screen display modes to be available You can select which LCD screen display modes can be selected in shooting mode with [DISP Button(Monitor)] (page 80). During playback Display Info. Shows recording information.
  • Page 41 What is histogram ? The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture. Brighter image will make the entire histogram shift to the right side, and darker image to the left side.
  • Page 42: Exposure Comp

    • You can adjust the exposure in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies. • If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect.
  • Page 43: Drive Mode

    Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t desired mode. (Single Shoots 1 still image. Normal shooting mode.
  • Page 44: Cont. Shooting

    Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Cont. Shooting]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Cont. Shooting]. Note • You cannot use [Cont. Shooting] with the following functions: –...
  • Page 45: Spd Priority Cont

    The camera continues to shoot as long as the shutter button is pressed. The focus and brightness are set at the first image. You can continuously shoot at a rate faster than that of [Cont. Shooting] (at a maximum of about 5.5 images per second).
  • Page 46 – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] • When the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees with [Self-portrait Self-timer] set to [On], the self-timer lamp does not flash.
  • Page 47 – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] • When the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees with [Self-portrait Self-timer] set to [On], the self-timer lamp does not flash.
  • Page 48: Bracket: Cont

    – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] • The last shot is shown on the auto review. • In [Manual Exposure], the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed. • When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value.
  • Page 49: Image Index

    Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen, then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can change the view mode by...
  • Page 50: Intelligent Auto

    • To shoot with various functions other than the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) adjusted. Note • In Superior Auto mode, the recording process takes longer, since the camera must make a composite image. Photo Creativity Pressing the center of the control wheel in [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] mode accesses the Photo Creativity menu.
  • Page 51 If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator...
  • Page 52: Superior Auto

    • When [Face Detection] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait], and [Baby] scenes are not recognized. • When [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], [Hand-held Twilight] and [Auto HDR] are not selected. What is the difference between Superior Auto and...
  • Page 53: Scene Selection

    Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Scene Selection] t desired mode. (Portrait) Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly. (Landscape) Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.
  • Page 54 • The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. For the minimum in-focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the camera.
  • Page 55: Anti Motion Blur

    The camera combines 6 shots at high sensitivity into 1 still image, so camera shake is reduced while preventing noise. Notes • If you select [Anti Motion Blur] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine] temporarily. • The shutter clicks 6 times and an image is recorded.
  • Page 56: Sweep Panorama

    Guidance bar Notes • If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the composed image. If this happens, move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image. • When you select [Wide] in [Image Size], you may not be able to pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time.
  • Page 57 Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD screen. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than moving ones.
  • Page 58: D Sweep Panorama

    In such cases, we recommend that you select [Standard] or [16:9] in [Image Size]. • If you shoot a 3D image with T side of a zoom lens, a gray area may occur more often, or shooting may be stopped.
  • Page 59 If you import images shot in [3D Sweep Panorama] mode into a computer, the following 2 image data are stored in the same folder on the computer. • DSC0ssss.JPG • DSC0ssss.MPO If you delete either the JPEG file or the MPO file comprising a 3D image, that 3D image may not be played back.
  • Page 60: Manual Exposure

    Notes • You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. When you want to fire the flash, press the (flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash. When you do not fire the flash, push down the flash.
  • Page 61 • When the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is activated, you cannot set the shutter speed to [BULB]. • If the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is used with the shutter speed set to [BULB], the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds.
  • Page 62: Shutter Priority

    Notes • You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. When you want to fire the flash, press the (flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash. When you do not fire the flash, push down the flash.
  • Page 63: Aperture Priority

    Notes • You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. When you want to fire the flash, press the (flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash. When you do not fire the flash, push down the flash.
  • Page 64: Program Auto

    Note • You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. When you want to fire the flash, press the (flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash. When you do not fire the flash, push down the flash.
  • Page 65: Flash Mode

    Remove the external flash from Smart Accessory Terminal 2 or push down the built-in flash. • The light of the flash may be blocked by the lens attached. If this happens, it is recommended that you attach an external flash (sold separately).
  • Page 66 * The image sensor is the part of the camera that acts as the film. • If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera.
  • Page 67 DMF (Direct Manual Focus) 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus. Note...
  • Page 68: Autofocus Area

    • When the AF illuminator is used, the setting of [Autofocus Area] is invalid and the AF area is indicated with a dotted line. AF operates with priority on and around the center area.
  • Page 69: Autofocus Mode

    – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] • [Continuous AF] is selected when the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection]. • In [Continuous AF] mode, the audible signals will not sound when the subject is in focus.
  • Page 70: Object Tracking

    The camera stops tracking a subject when the subject moves off of the screen. When [Face Detection] is set to [On], and the subject to be tracked is a face, if the face disappears from the screen while the camera is tracking, and then returns to the screen, the camera focuses on that face again.
  • Page 71 The maximum zoom scale that can be set with the [Zoom] feature of the camera depends on the setting of [Image Size] (page 81), [Clear Image Zoom] (page 116), or [Digital Zoom] (page 117).
  • Page 72 [Digital Zoom]. • When you use the [Zoom] feature of the camera, the setting of [Autofocus Area] is invalid and the AF area is indicated with a dotted line. AF operates with priority on and around the center area.
  • Page 73: Face Detection

    – [Manual Focus] – The [Zoom] feature of the camera • You can select [Face Detection] only when [Autofocus Area] is set to [Multi], and [Metering Mode] is also set to [Multi]. • Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected.
  • Page 74: Face Registration

    Notes • Up to 8 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. • The registered faces are not cleared by [Reset Default]. Even if you delete the faces by selecting [Delete], the face data remains stored in the camera.
  • Page 75: Smile Shutter

    – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Manual Focus] • If you set [Smile Shutter] to [On] while the [Zoom] feature of the camera is being used, the [Zoom] feature of the camera is canceled. • Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when the memory card becomes full.
  • Page 76 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed.
  • Page 77 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Auto Port. Framing] t desired mode. turns to green when the camera judges that the trimming feature is available. A frame that shows the trimmed area is indicated on the auto review screen after the shot. (Off) Does not use the Auto Port.
  • Page 78: Soft Skin Effect

    Soft Skin Effect Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Soft Skin Effect] t [On]. 2 To set the intensity of the Soft Skin Effect, Option t desired setting.
  • Page 79: Shooting Tip List

    Shooting Tip List Allows you to search through all shooting tips in the camera. Use this item when you want to look at shooting tips you have seen before. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List]. 2 Search for the desired shooting tip.
  • Page 80: Disp Button(Monitor)

    DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the screen display modes that can be selected with [Display Contents] (page 39) in shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [DISP Button(Monitor)]. 2 Select the desired mode. The items marked with are available.
  • Page 81 Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record an 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.
  • Page 82 The images appear differently, depending on the mode selected. 16:9 Standard Wide When [Standard] or [Wide] is selected, the images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel. Sweep Panorama The image size varies depending on the [Panorama Direction] setting.
  • Page 83: Aspect Ratio

    Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints. 16:9 For viewing on a high-definition TV. Note • You cannot set this item when using the following functions: –...
  • Page 84: Raw Images

    The RAW format file is the raw data yet to go through any kind of digital processing. A RAW file is different from a more common file format such as JPEG in that it is the raw material to be processed for professional purposes.
  • Page 85: Panorama Direction

    Panorama Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot 3D Sweep Panorama or Sweep Panorama images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode. 3D Sweep Panorama (Right) Pan the camera from the left to the right.
  • Page 86: File Format

    – Devices which are not compatible with the AVCHD format This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
  • Page 87: Record Setting

    Blu-ray Disc. • To watch 24p/25p movies on a TV, you need a TV that is compatible with 24p/25p. If you use a non- compatible TV, the movies are converted to 60i/50i and output to the TV.
  • Page 88 [ISO AUTO], ISO is automatically set between ISO200 and ISO3200. • You can select up to ISO3200 for movie recording. When you start recording movies with an ISO higher than 3200, ISO becomes 3200 automatically, and returns to the previous value when recording is finished.
  • Page 89: White Balance

    1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t desired mode. You can finely adjust the color temperature with Option. To adjust the white balance to suit a specific light source, see the explanation on each mode. AWB (Auto WB) The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color temperature.
  • Page 90: Custom White Balance

    2 As necessary, Option t adjust the color temperature by pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel. You can adjust the color temperature towards G (green), M (magenta), A (amber) or B (blue). C.Temp./Filter 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [C.Temp./Filter].
  • Page 91 • The message “Custom WB error” indicates that the value is beyond the expected range. (When the flash is used on a subject in close proximity or a subject with a bright color is in the frame.) If you register this value, the indicator turns yellow on the recording information display.
  • Page 92: Metering Mode

    Spot metering cross hairs position on the subject. Notes • If you set [Metering Mode] to other than [Multi], the [Face Detection] function cannot be used. • [Multi] is selected when using the following functions: – Movie recording – [Intelligent Auto] –...
  • Page 93: Flash Comp

    – [3D Sweep Panorama] • The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible.
  • Page 94: Dro/Auto Hdr

    – [Superior Auto] – [Portrait], [Landscape], [Macro], [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection] • When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. Continued r...
  • Page 95: Auto Hdr

    • When the flash is used, this function has little effect. • When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera detects such situation, is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation.
  • Page 96 Picture Effect You can shoot with an effect filter to obtain the various textures. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Picture Effect] t desired mode. (Off) Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera) Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors.
  • Page 97 – [Rich-tone Mono.] – [Miniature] • In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono.], the shutter is released 3 times for 1 shot. Be careful about the following: – Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not blink.
  • Page 98: Creative Style

    Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera adjusts the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Creative Style] t desired mode.
  • Page 99: To Delete An Image

    Deletes all images in the selected folder, or all AVCHD movies. All AVCHD view files Note • You can select up to 100 images. To delete an image It is easier to delete an image displayed on the screen by selecting (Delete) of soft key (page 31).
  • Page 100: Slide Show

    Plays back 3D images only. Notes • You cannot pause the slide show. To stop the slide show, press the center of the control wheel. • You can play back images in Slide Show when [View Mode] is set to [Folder View(Still)] only.
  • Page 101: View Mode

    View Mode Selects the unit of images to be played back. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [View Mode] t desired mode. Folder View(Still) Displays still images by folder. Folder View(MP4) Displays movies (MP4) by folder. AVCHD View Displays AVCHD movies.
  • Page 102 12 Images Displays 12 images. Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen, then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can change the view mode by...
  • Page 103 – Movies – Protected images – 3D images • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. • When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software.
  • Page 104 Cancel All Images Cancels the protection of all still images. Cancel All Cancels the protection of all movies (MP4). Movies(MP4) Cancel All AVCHD Cancels the protection of all AVCHD movies. view files Note • You can protect up to 100 images at a time.
  • Page 105: Enlarge Image

    Enlarge Image You can check the focus by enlarging a portion of the playback image. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [ Enlarge Image]. 2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel. 3 Select the position you want to see by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel.
  • Page 106: Volume Settings

    1 MENU t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value. Adjusting the volume during playback The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while playing back movies. You can adjust the volume, while listening to the actual sound.
  • Page 107: Specify Printing

    • You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: – Movies – RAW images • You can add the DPOF mark to up to 999 images. • DPOF registration is not cleared after printing. It is recommended that you clear it after you print the still images.
  • Page 108: Af Illuminator

    – Using an A-mount lens (sold separately). • When the AF illuminator is used, the setting of [Autofocus Area] is invalid and the AF area is indicated with a dotted line. AF operates with priority on and around the center area.
  • Page 109: Red Eye Reduction

    Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired 2 or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired setting. The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
  • Page 110: Finder/Lcd Setting

    FINDER/LCD Setting When an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached to the camera, sensors in the Electronic Viewfinder can detect whether or not it is being used and the camera switches the display. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [FINDER/LCD Setting] t desired setting.
  • Page 111: Live View Display

    Live View Display Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, Creative Style, or Picture Effect on the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Live View Display] t desired setting. Setting Effect ON Shows the images with effects applied.
  • Page 112: Auto Review

    Does not display. Notes • In auto review, the image will not be displayed in the vertical position even if [Playback Display] is set to [Auto Rotate]. • Even if [Grid Line] is set to a setting other than [Off] when recording [3D Sweep Panorama] or [Sweep Panorama] images, the grid line does not appear in auto review.
  • Page 113: Grid Line

    Grid Line Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting. Rule of 3rds Grid Placing main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds makes for a well-balanced composition.
  • Page 114: Peaking Level

    Does not use the peaking function. Notes • Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, the peaking level is different, depending on the subject, shooting situation, or on the lens used. • The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the camera is connected using an HDMI cable.
  • Page 115: Peaking Color

    Sets the color used for the peaking function in manual focus. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Color] t desired setting. White Enhances outlines in white. Enhances outlines in red. Yellow Enhances outlines in yellow. Note • This item cannot be set when [Peaking Level] is set to [Off].
  • Page 116: Clear Image Zoom

    Clear Image Zoom Sets whether or not to use Clear Image Zoom when the [Zoom] feature of the camera is used (page 71). Zooms an image with higher quality than Digital Zoom. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Clear Image Zoom] t desired setting.
  • Page 117: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Sets whether to use Digital Zoom or not when the [Zoom] feature of the camera is used (page 71). Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear Image Zoom. This feature can be also available in movie recording.
  • Page 118: Self-Portrait Self-Timer

    – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] • When an accessory is attached to Smart Accessory Terminal 2, you may not be able to tilt the LCD screen upward up to about 180 degrees. In such cases, remove the accessory.
  • Page 119: S. Auto Image Extract

    • Even when you set [S. Auto Image Extract.] to [Off] with [Hand-held Twilight] selected from recognized scene mode, 1 combined image is saved. • When the Auto Port. Framing function is activated, 2 images are saved even if you set it to [Auto].
  • Page 120 2 Turn the focusing ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged by 4.8 times. You can enlarge the image also by 9.5 times. • In DMF (Direct Manual Focus), turn the focusing ring with the shutter button pressed halfway down after adjusting the focus with autofocus.
  • Page 121: Mf Assist Time

    MF Assist Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an expanded form for the [MF Assist] function. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist Time] t desired setting. No Limit Enlarges the display until is selected.
  • Page 122: Color Space

    • Adobe RGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2.0 option color space. Using some applications or printers that do not support them may result in or print images that do not faithfully reproduce the color.
  • Page 123 – [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] – [Anti Motion Blur] • You cannot set [SteadyShot] when the name of the lens attached does not contain “OSS”, such as “E16 mm F2.8,” or when you are using an A-mount lens (sold separately).
  • Page 124: Release W/O Lens

    Releases the shutter only when a lens is attached. Note • 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...
  • Page 125: Eye-Start Af

    1 MENU t [Setup] t [Eye-Start AF] t desired setting. Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Note • This item is available only when the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached.
  • Page 126: Front Curtain Shutter

    • When a lens made by another manufacturer (including a Minolta/Konica-Minolta lens) is used, set this item to [Off]. If you set this item to [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven.
  • Page 127: Long Exposure Nr

    When you set the shutter speed to a second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open. This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure.
  • Page 128: High Iso Nr

    High ISO NR When shooting with the high ISO, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. When noise reduction is in progress, a message may appear and you cannot take another picture.
  • Page 129: Lens Comp.: Shading

    Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Shading] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen.
  • Page 130: Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber

    Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.] t desired setting. Auto Reduces the color deviation automatically. Does not compensate for the color deviation.
  • Page 131: Lens Comp.: Distortion

    Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for distortion of the screen.
  • Page 132: Face Priority Tracking

    Note • When [Face Detection] is set to [Off], [Face Priority Tracking] is set to [Off] and cannot be reset.
  • Page 133: Movie Audio Rec

    Sets whether or not you record the sound during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting. Records sound (stereo). Does not record sound. Note • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected.
  • Page 134: Wind Noise Reduct

    • Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. • When using a microphone (sold separately), the wind noise reduction will not be carried out even if it is set to [On].
  • Page 135: Af Micro Adj

    • If [–] appears, more than 30 lenses have been registered. If you want to register another lens, you must first clear a value. Attach a lens of the value to be cleared and select [±0]. If you want to clear all registered values, select [Clear].
  • Page 136: Menu Start

    Menu start Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu or to display the screen of the item you set the last time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Menu start] t desired setting. Always displays the first screen of the menu.
  • Page 137: Custom Key Settings

    Custom Key Settings Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the appropriate key on the shooting information screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t desired setting. Soft Key C Soft Key B...
  • Page 138 • [Custom Key Settings] is available with the following shooting modes. A function that has been assigned to the right key, soft key B, and soft key C on the control wheel is called only in the following shooting mode.
  • Page 139 Calling a function assigned to [Custom] of soft key C 1 Press soft key C when CUSTOM (Custom) is displayed. 2 Select [Custom 1], [Custom 2], [Custom 3], [Custom 4], or [Custom 5] by pressing the right/left of the control wheel.
  • Page 140: Ael Toggle

    AEL toggle When it is hard to obtain an appropriate exposure for the subject, this function allows you to lock the exposure by focusing on and measuring the light of an area that has the desired brightness. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t [Right Key Setting] or [Soft key B Setting].
  • Page 141 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting. Turns on audible signals when you press the control wheel or soft keys. Turns off the audible signal.
  • Page 142 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [ Language] t desired language.
  • Page 143: Date/Time Setup

    Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PlayMemories Home” on the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
  • Page 144: Area Setting

    Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the camera. This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting] t desired setting. 2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to...
  • Page 145: Help Guide Display

    Help Guide Display You can select whether or not the help guide is displayed when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t desired setting. Displays the help guide. Does not display the help guide.
  • Page 146: Eco Mode

    Eco Mode You can shorten the waiting time until the camera is turned off when it is not being operated to prevent the battery from being consumed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Eco Mode] t desired setting. Sets [Power Save] to [10 Sec] and the brightness of the LCD screen is darker.
  • Page 147: Power Save

    Power Save You can set time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode. Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. 30 Min Switches to power save mode after the set time.
  • Page 148: Lcd Brightness

    You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [LCD Brightness] t desired setting. Manual Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors.
  • Page 149: Viewfinder Bright

    Electronic Viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Viewfinder Bright.] 2 Look through the viewfinder and select the desired setting. Auto Adjust the brightness automatically. Manual Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of –1 to +1.
  • Page 150: Display Color

    Display Color Selects the color of the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Color] t desired setting. Black Turns to the selected color. White Blue Pink...
  • Page 151: Wide Image

    Wide Image Selects the method used for displaying the wide images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wide Image] t desired setting. Full Screen Displays the wide images on the entire screen. Normal Displays the wide images and the operation information on the screen.
  • Page 152: Playback Display

    Playback Display Selects the orientation when playing back still images recorded in the portrait position. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Playback Display] t desired setting. Auto Rotate Displays in the portrait position. Manual Rotate Displays in the landscape position.
  • Page 153: Hdmi Resolution

    Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note • If you cannot display the screen properly with the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i] or [1080p] depending on the TV to be connected.
  • Page 154: Ctrl For Hdmi

    Operates the camera with the TV remote control. Does not operate the camera with the TV remote control. Note • You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote control of your TV by connecting your camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV.
  • Page 155: Usb Connection

    Wizard appears, and the still images in the recording folder on the camera are imported to the computer. Notes • The connection may take a long time when [Auto] is selected. • If the camera is not recognized by the computer, set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage].
  • Page 156: Cleaning Mode

    • Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body. • Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount, so that the tip of the blower does not touch the image sensor.
  • Page 157 Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We...
  • Page 158: Demo Mode

    • You can set this item only when the camera is powered by the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). • Even if [On] is selected, the camera does not start a demonstration when there is no movie recorded on the memory card.
  • Page 159: Reset Default

    Even if you activate [Reset Default], the images are retained. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset Default] t OK. Notes • Be sure not to turn off the camera while resetting. • Following settings are not reset: – [Date/Time Setup] –...
  • Page 160 • During the format, the access lamp lights up. Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit. • Format the memory card using the camera. If you format it on a computer, the memory card may not be usable with the camera, depending on the format type used.
  • Page 161: File Number

    “9999.” Reset The camera resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files from “0001.” When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the...
  • Page 162: Folder Name

    Date Form The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10020405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2012) Note • The movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01”. You cannot change this name.
  • Page 163: Select Shoot. Folder

    1 MENU t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired folder. Notes • You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting. • Movie (MP4) files are recorded in a folder for movies that has the same number as the selected folder for still images.
  • Page 164: New Folder

    Notes • A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies that have the same number are created at the same time. • When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into the camera and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created.
  • Page 165: Recover Image Db

    Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file.
  • Page 166: Display Card Space

    Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies on the memory card. Number of recordable still images is also displayed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Card Space].
  • Page 167: Upload Settings

    • Do not use an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera on an airplane. If there is an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off].
  • Page 168: Viewing Images On A

    HDMI cable. • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. • Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camera), and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on the other end. • Do not connect the output connector of the device with the HDMI terminal on the camera. This may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 169 Deletes the image. Notes • The operations available are restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable. • Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide SYNC MENU operations. The SYNC MENU operations differ depending on the TV connected. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
  • Page 170: D Viewing

    • This function may not work properly with some TVs. For example, you may not be able to view a video on your TV, output in 3D mode or hear sound from the TV.
  • Page 171: Using With Your Computer

    Notes • Use “Image Data Converter” to play back RAW images. • “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied with the Mac computer. Recommended computer environment...
  • Page 172 • If you connect 2 or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some devices, including the camera, may not operate, depending on the types of USB devices you are using.
  • Page 173: Using The Software

    • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (PMHOME) t [Install.exe]. • If the AutoPlay screen appears, select “Run Install.exe” and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation.
  • Page 174 Setting] are converted by “PlayMemories Home” in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc.
  • Page 175 To use “PlayMemories Home” Refer to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide.” Double-click the shortcut of (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. “PlayMemories Home” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/...
  • Page 176: Connecting The Camera To The Computer

    • For operations such as importing AVCHD movies to the computer, use “PlayMemories Home.” • When the camera is connected to the computer, if you operate AVCHD movies or folders from the connected computer, images may be damaged or cannot be played. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer.
  • Page 177: Deleting The Usb Connection

    Device). Notes • Drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon to the “Trash” icon beforehand when you use a Mac computer, and the camera is disconnected from the computer. • With Windows 7, the disconnect icon may not be displayed. In such cases, you can disconnect without following the above procedure.
  • Page 178: Creating A Movie Disc

    Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. Select the method that suits your disc player. Here, 2 ways of creating a disc of movies are described; creating a disc with a computer using “PlayMemories Home” or creating a disc with devices other than a computer such as a recorder.
  • Page 179 (STD) disc is created. Standard definition image quality (STD) Discs you can use with “PlayMemories Home” You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PlayMemories Home.” For Blu-ray Disc, see page 180. Disc type Features...
  • Page 180 Setting] are converted by “PlayMemories Home” in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc.
  • Page 181 • Install “PlayMemories Home” beforehand. • MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on a disc. • It will take a longer time to create a disc because AVCHD movies are converted to standard definition image quality (STD) movies. • An Internet connection environment is required when creating a DVD-Video (STD) disc for the first time.
  • Page 182: Printing Still Images

    • Printing using a computer You can import images to a computer using the “PlayMemories Home” software and print the images. You can insert the date on the image and print it. For details, see the “PlayMemories Home Help Guide.”...
  • Page 183: Troubleshooting

    • You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. • If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp on the camera may flash.
  • Page 184 Nothing is displayed on the LCD screen when the power is turned on. • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 147).
  • Page 185 The corners of the picture are too dark. • If any filter or hood is used, take it off and try shooting again. Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood, the filter or the hood may partially appear in the image. The optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient light).
  • Page 186: Viewing Images

    • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed.
  • Page 187: Memory Card

    • When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer, you may not be able to copy the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by your camera. Cannot play back images on a computer.
  • Page 188 Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software. • When you print images at a shop, images can be printed with the date if you ask them to do so. Others The lens gets fogged.
  • Page 189: Warning Messages

    Cannot recognize lens. Attach it properly. • The lens is not attached properly, or the lens is not attached. If the message appears when a lens is attached, reattach the lens. If the message appears frequently, check whether the contacts of the lens and camera are clean or not.
  • Page 190 • The SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 191 No images changed. • You attempted to execute DPOF without specifying images. Cannot create more folders. • The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the case.
  • Page 192: Using The Camera Abroad

    Others Using the camera abroad You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied), and the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Note •...
  • Page 193: Memory Card

    • Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. • The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it.
  • Page 194 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be used. Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) • This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro”...
  • Page 195: Infolithium" Battery Pack

    • Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight. On the remaining battery time indicator •...
  • Page 196 • To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the power goes off. • To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing the battery pack.
  • Page 197: Battery Charging

    When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the camera resumes charging and the charge lamp lights up again. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F).
  • Page 198: Mount Adaptor

    Single Single/Continuous * The autofocus speed will be slower compared to when an E-mount lens is attached. (When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be about 2 seconds to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. The speed may vary depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.)
  • Page 199 • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation may be recorded during movie recording. You can avoid this by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t [Off]. • It may take a long time or may be difficult for the camera to focus, depending on the lens used or the subject.
  • Page 200: Electronic Viewfinder

    Notes • The LCD screen is turned off when the Electronic Viewfinder is used. • If you use the Electronic Viewfinder for a long time, the Electronic Viewfinder may get warm. The camera then displays and switches to the LCD screen display automatically.
  • Page 201: Avchd Format

    720p specification using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format.
  • Page 202: Cleaning

    • When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust using a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution. Wipe in a spiral pattern from the center...
  • Page 203 Index Index Numerics Connection Computer ............176 3D Sweep Panorama .......... 58 TV ...............168 3D Viewing ............170 Cont. Shooting ............44 Contrast ...............98 Control wheel .............19 AdobeRGB ............122 Creative Style .............98 AEL button ............140 CTRL FOR HDMI ...........154 AEL toggle ............140 Custom Key Settings ........137...
  • Page 204 Playback on TV ..........168 Language ............142 Playback zoom ............30 LCD Brightness ..........148 PlayMemories Home ........174 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber........130 Portrait ..............53 Lens Comp.: Distortion ........131 Power Save ............147 Lens Comp.: Shading ........129 Print ..............182 Live View Display ...........
  • Page 205 Reset Default ............ 159 View Mode ............101 Rotate ............... 103 Viewfinder Bright..........149 Vividness ............36 Volume Settings ..........106 S. Auto Image Extract........119 Saturation ............98 Scene Recognition ........27, 50 Warning messages ..........189 Scene Selection ..........53 White Balance ............89 Scroll playback ..........
  • Page 206 Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “GPL”, and “LGPL” software. To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is not installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page:...

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