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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.

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1640/h_zz/

Instruction Manual (this book)
This manual introduces some basic functions. For the quick start guide, see "Startup guide". The "Startup guide" introduces the initial procedures from when you open the package until you release the shutter for the first shot.
In-Camera Guide
The [In-Camera Guide] shows explanations of the menu items on the monitor of the camera.
You can quickly pull up information during shooting. To use the [In-Camera Guide] function, some settings must be made beforehand. For details, search "In-Camera Guide" in the Help Guide.
Owner's Record
Record the model and serial number (which are located on the product) in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.
Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor/battery charger. If any malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source. If you use the product with a charge lamp, note that the product is not disconnected from the power source even when the lamp turns off.
The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically for use with this equipment only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment.
Power Cord
For the customers in the UK, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia Use the power cord (A). For safety reasons, the power cord (B) is not intended for above countries/regions and shall therefore not be used there. For the customers in other EU countries/regions Use the power cord (B).

Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.
Along with this section, also see "Precautions" in the Help Guide.
You can select the language displayed on the screen using the menu.
Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded images or audio data due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.
It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera. Using this camera with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to accidents or malfunction. Sony bears no responsibility for such accidents or malfunction.
During continuous shooting, the monitor or viewfinder may flash between the shooting screen and a black screen. If you keep watching the screen in this situation, you may experience uncomfortable symptoms such as feeling of unwellness. If you experience uncomfortable symptoms, stop using the camera, and consult your doctor as necessary.
Pay special attention in the following situations and use a tripod, etc.
Movies recorded with this camera may not be played back correctly on other devices. Also, movies recorded with other devices may not be played back correctly on this camera.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.
The data on performance and specifications are defined under the following conditions, except as described in this manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a battery pack that has been fully charged until the charge lamp has turned off.
When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily. Select MENU button →
(Wireless) → [Airplane Mode] → [On].
If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an
(airplane) mark will be displayed on the screen.
If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony bears no responsibility for the loss or damage caused by illegal access or use of the registered access point on the camera.
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

When the lens is removed

* Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.
** Do not touch this part directly.

* For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.


Match the eyepiece cup to the groove on the viewfinder and slide it into place.

To remove the eyepiece cup, grasp it on the left and right sides and lift it up.


You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (Function) button and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button.
To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens
Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings.

You can switch the function of the AF/MF/AEL button to AF/MF or AEL by changing the position of the AF/MF/AEL switch lever.

When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AF/MF position and press the button, the focusing mode temporarily switches between auto and manual (AF/MF control). When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AEL position and press the button, the exposure is locked (AE lock).
Hint
Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera. Then, slide the lock lever and remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and then push in the memory card once to remove it.

Charge lamp on the camera (orange)
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range
Note
Keep pressing the lens release button and turn the lens in the GB direction of the arrow until it stops.

Hint
Note

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 [Delete] using the control wheel on the confirmation screen, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the image.
To shoot images in various shooting modes
Set the mode dial to the desired mode depending on the subject or the functions you want to use.
You can perform the following operations using the camera's Wi-Fi, NFC One-touch, and Bluetooth functions.
For details, refer to the "Help Guide" or to the attached document "Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide."
PlayMemories Mobile is required to connect the camera and a smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/).
By using PlayMemories Mobile, you can obtain location information from a connected smartphone (via Bluetooth communication) and record it to captured images.
We offer the following computer software and
PlayMemories Camera Apps to enhance your enjoyment of photos/ movies.
To take advantage of the computer software, access one of the following URLs using your Internet browser and then download the software by following the onscreen instructions. If one of these programs is already installed on your computer, update it to the latest version before use.
Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/
Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/
You can check the recommended operating environment for the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/
PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and view or use them.
You need to install PlayMemories Home to import XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies to your computer.
You can access the download website directly from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pm/
You can develop and edit RAW images using various adjustment functions like tone curve and sharpness.
With Remote Camera Control, you can change the camera settings or release the shutter from a computer connected via a USB cable. To use Remote Camera Control, first select MENU →
(Setup) → [USB Connection] → [PC Remote], then connect the camera to a computer via a USB cable.
You can add the functions of your choice to your camera by connecting to the application download website
(PlayMemories Camera Apps) using your computer or the Wi-Fi function of the camera.
http://www.sony.net/pmca/
For details on each MENU items, refer to the Help Guide.
(Camera Settings1) Red tab
| Quality/Image Size | |
Quality | Sets the image quality for still images. ([RAW] / [Fine], etc.) |
Image Size | Selects the size of still images. (L / M / S) |
Aspect Ratio | Selects the aspect ratio for still images. |
| Panorama: Size | Selects the size of panoramic images. |
| Panorama: Direction | Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images. |
Long Exposure NR | Sets noise reduction processing for shots with a shutter speed of 1 second or longer. |
High ISO NR | Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shooting. |
Color Space | Changes the color space (range of reproducible colors). |
| Lens Comp. | Selects the type of lens compensation. |
| Shoot Mode/Drive | |
| Auto Mode | You can shoot selecting either Intelligent Auto or Superior Auto. |
| Scene Selection | Selects pre-set settings to match various scene conditions. ([Portrait] / [Sports Action], etc.) |
| S. Auto Img. Extract. | When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto] and the camera recognizes the scene to be shot with multiple images, this sets whether to extract an image automatically and save it. |
| Drive Mode | Sets the drive mode, such as for continuous shooting. ([Self-timer] / [Cont. Bracket], etc.) |
| Bracket Settings | Sets self-timer shooting in bracket mode, shooting order for exposure bracketing, and white balance bracketing. |
Recall | Calls up settings pre-registered to [ Memory]. |
Memory | Registers the desired modes and camera settings. |
| AF | |
| Focus Mode | Selects the focus mode. ([Single-shot AF] / [Continuous AF], etc.) |
| Priority Set in AF-S | Sets the timing of the shutter release when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF], [DMF] or [Automatic AF] with a still subject. |
| Priority Set in AF-C | Sets the timing of the shutter release when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] with a moving subject. |
| Focus Area | Selects the area of focus. ([Wide] / [Flexible Spot], etc.) |
AF Illuminator | Sets the AF illuminator, which provides light to aid focusing in dark scenes. |
| Center Lock-on AF | Sets the function to track a subject and continue focusing when pressing the center of control wheel in the shooting screen. |
AF System | Sets the auto focus method when an LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. |
AF w/ shutter | Sets whether to perform auto focusing when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. This is useful when you want to adjust the focus and exposure separately. |
Pre-AF | Sets whether or not to perform auto focus before the shutter button is half pressed. |
Eye-Start AF | Sets whether to use auto focus when you look through the viewfinder if an LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. |
| AF Area Auto Clear | Sets whether the focus area is displayed all the time or disappears automatically shortly after focusing. |
| Disp. cont. AF area | Sets whether or not to display the focus area in [Continuous AF] mode. |
| AF Micro Adj. | Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). |
| Exposure | |
| Exposure Comp. | Compensates for the brightness of the entire image. |
| ISO | Sets the ISO sensitivity. ([ISO AUTO], etc.) |
| ISO AUTO Min. SS | Sets the slowest shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity will start to change in [ISO AUTO] mode. |
| Metering Mode | Selects the method for measuring brightness. ([Multi] / [Spot], etc.) |
| Spot Metering Point | Sets whether to coordinate the spot metering point with the focus area when [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot]. |
| Exposure step | Selects the size of the increment step for shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation. |
AEL w/ shutter | Sets whether to lock the exposure when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. This is useful when you want to adjust the focus and exposure separately. |
| Exposure Std. Adjust | Adjusts the standard for the correct exposure value for each metering modes. |
| Flash | |
| Flash Mode | Sets the flash settings. |
| Flash Comp. | Adjusts the intensity of flash output. |
| Exp.comp.set | Sets whether to reflect exposure compensation value to flash compensation. |
| Red Eye Reduction | Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using flash. |
| Color/WB/Img. Processing | |
| White Balance | Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light to shoot whitish objects in a white tone. ([Auto] / [Daylight], etc.) |
| Priority Set in AWB | Selects which tone to prioritize when shooting under lighting conditions such as incandescent light with [White Balance] set to [Auto]. |
| DRO/Auto HDR | Analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the 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. You can also adjust contrast, saturation, and sharpness. ([Vivid] / [Portrait], etc.) |
| Picture Effect | Shoots images with a texture unique to the selected effect. ([Toy Camera] / [Rich-tone Mono.], etc.) |
| Picture Profile | Changes settings such as color and tone when recording images. * This function is for skilled movie creators. |
Soft Skin Effect | Sets the Soft Skin Effect and the effect level. |
| Focus Assist | |
| Focus Magnifier | Enlarges the image before shooting so that you can check the focus. |
| Focus Magnif. Time | Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form. |
AF in Focus Mag. | Sets whether or not to autofocus when an enlarged image is being displayed. While the enlarged image is being displayed, you can focus within a smaller area than the flexible spot. |
MF Assist | Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. |
| Peaking Level | Enhances the outline of in-focus areas with a specific color when focusing manually. |
| Peaking Color | Sets the color used for the peaking function. |
| Face Detection/Shoot Assist | |
| Smile/Face Detect. | Selects to detect faces and adjust various settings automatically. Sets to automatically release the shutter when a smile is detected. ([Off] / [On (Regist. Faces)] / [On] / [Smile Shutter]) |
| Face Registration | Registers or changes the person to be given priority when focusing. |
Auto Obj. Framing | Analyzes the scene when capturing faces, close-ups, or subjects tracked by the Lock-on AF function, and automatically trims and saves another copy of the image with a more impressive composition. |
(Camera Settings2) Purple tab
| Movie | |
| Movie/S&Q Motion | Sets the exposure mode when shooting movies or slow-motion/quick-motion movies. |
File Format | Selects the movie file format. ([XAVC S 4K] / [AVCHD], etc.) |
Record Setting | Selects the bit rate and frame rate for the movie size. |
S&Q Settings | Changes the settings for slow-motion and quick-motion movie shooting. |
| Dual Video REC | Sets whether to simultaneously record an XAVC S movie and MP4 movie or an AVCHD movie and MP4 movie. |
AF drive speed | Switches focusing speed when using autofocus in movie mode. |
AF Track Sens | Sets the AF tracking sensitivity for the movie mode. |
Auto Slow Shut. | Sets the function that automatically adjusts the shutter speed following the brightness of the environment in movie mode. |
| Audio Recording | Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie. |
| Audio Rec Level | Adjusts the audio recording level during movie recording. |
| Audio Level Display | Sets whether to display the audio level. |
| Wind Noise Reduct. | Reduces wind noise during movie recording. |
Marker Display | Sets whether to display markers on the monitor when recording movies. |
Marker Settings | Sets which markers to displayed on the monitor when recording movies. |
| Shutter/SteadyShot | |
Silent Shooting | Shoots images without a shutter sound. |
| e-Front Curtain Shut. | Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter function. |
| Release w/o Lens | Sets whether to release the shutter when the lens is not attached. |
| Release w/o Card | Sets whether to release the shutter when a memory card is not inserted. |
| SteadyShot | Sets whether to activate SteadyShot for shooting. |
| SteadyShot Settings | Sets SteadyShot settings. |
| Zoom | |
| Zoom | Sets the zoom scale for zoom functions other than the optical zoom. |
| Zoom Setting | Sets whether to use the Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom when zooming. |
| Zoom Ring Rotate | Assigns the zoom in/out to the rotational direction of the zoom lens. This function is only available with a power zoom lens that is compatible with this function. |
| Display/Auto Review | |
| DISP Button | Sets the type of information to be displayed on the monitor or in the viewfinder when the DISP button is pressed. |
| FINDER/MONITOR | Sets the method for switching the display between the electronic viewfinder and the monitor. |
Finder Frame Rate | Sets the frame rate for the viewfinder when shooting still images. |
| Zebra | Displays stripes to adjust brightness. |
| Grid Line | Displays grid lines for adjusting the image composition. |
| Exposure Set. Guide | Sets the guide displayed when exposure settings are changed in the shooting screen. |
| Live View Display | Sets whether to reflect settings such as exposure compensation in screen display. |
| Auto Review | Sets auto review to display the captured image after shooting. |
| Custom Operation | |
| Custom Key(Shoot.) | Assigns functions to the various keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when shooting images. |
| Custom Key(PB) | Assigns functions to the keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when playing back images. |
| Function Menu Set. | Customizes the functions displayed when the Fn (Function) button is pressed. |
| Dial/Wheel Setup | Sets the function of the control dial and the control wheel when the exposure mode is set to M. You can adjust the shutter speed or aperture with this setting. |
| Dial/Wheel Ev Comp | Adjusts the exposure compensation with the control dial or the control wheel. |
| MOVIE Button | Enables or disables for the MOVIE button. |
| Dial/Wheel Lock | Sets whether to disable the control dial and the control wheel temporarily by using the Fn button when shooting. You can disable/enable the control dial and the control wheel by pressing and holding down the Fn button. |
| Audio signals | Selects whether to sound a beep during auto focus or self-timer operations. |
(Wireless) Green tab
| Send to Smartphone | Transfers images to display on a smartphone. |
| Send to Computer | Backs up images by transferring them to a computer connected to a network. |
| View on TV | Allows you to view images on a networkenabled TV. |
| One-touch(NFC) | Assigns an application to One-touch (NFC). You can call up the application when shooting by touching an NFC-enabled smartphone to the camera. |
| Airplane Mode | Disables wireless communications from the device such as Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth function. |
| Wi-Fi Settings | Allows you to register your access point and check or change the Wi-Fi connection information. |
| Bluetooth Settings | Controls the settings for connecting the camera with a smartphone via a Bluetooth connection. |
Loc. Info. Link Set. | Obtains location information from the paired smartphone and records it to captured images. |
| Edit Device Name | Changes the device name under Wi-Fi Direct, etc. |
| Reset Network Set. | Resets all the network settings. |
(Application) Light Green tab
| Application List | Displays the application list. You can select the application you want to use. |
| Introduction | Displays instructions on using the application. |
(Playback) Blue tab
| Delete | Deletes an image. | |
| View Mode | Plays back images from a specified date or specified folder of still images and movies. | |
| Image Index | Displays multiple images at the same time. | |
| Display Rotation | Sets the playback orientation for images shot vertically. | |
| Slide Show | Plays a slide show. | |
| Rotate | Rotates the image. | |
Enlarge Image | Enlarges the playback images. | |
| Protect | Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. | |
| Specify Printing | Specifies in advance on the memory card which still images to print out later. | |
| Photo Capture | Captures a chosen scene in a movie to save as a still image. | |
(Setup) Yellow tab
| Monitor Brightness | Adjusts the brightness of the screen. |
| Viewfinder Bright. | Sets the brightness of the electronic viewfinder. |
| Finder Color Temp. | Sets the color temperature of the viewfinder. |
| Gamma Disp. Assist | Converts an S-Log image into an image with contrast equivalent to a normal gamma setting when it is displayed to assist monitoring. |
| Volume Settings | Sets the volume for movie playback. |
| Upload Settings | Sets the upload function of the camera when using a commercially available Eye-Fi card. |
| Tile Menu | Sets whether to display the tile menu every time you press the MENU button. |
| Mode Dial Guide | Turns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting mode) on or off. |
| Delete confirm. | Sets whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is preselected in the delete confirmation screen. |
| Display Quality | Sets the display quality. |
| Pwr Save Start Time | Sets the time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode. |
| Auto Pwr OFF Temp. | Sets the camera temperature at which the camera turns off automatically during shooting. When shooting in hand-held mode, set to [Standard]. |
| NTSC/PAL Selector*1 | Changes the TV format of the device so that you can shoot in a different movie format. |
| Cleaning Mode | Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor. |
| Touch Operation | Sets whether or not to activate the touch operation of the monitor. |
| Touch Pad (vertical) | Sets whether to operate the camera using the touch pad when you use the viewfinder in the vertical position. |
| Touch Pad Area Set. | Sets the area to be used in the touch pad operation at the time of shooting by viewfinder. |
| Demo Mode | Sets demonstration playback of movies to on or off. |
| TC/UB Settings | Sets the time code (TC) and user bit (UB). * This function is for skilled movie creators. |
| Remote Ctrl | Sets whether to use the infrared remote control. |
| HDMI Settings | Sets the HDMI settings. |
4K Output Sel. | Sets how to record and output 4K movies via HDMI when the camera is connected to an external recorder/player that supports 4K. |
| USB Connection | Sets the USB connection method. |
| USB LUN Setting | Enhances compatibility by limiting the functions of USB connection. Set to [Multi] in normal conditions and to [Single] only when the connection between the camera and a computer or AV component cannot be established. |
| USB Power Supply | Sets whether to supply power via USB connection when the camera is connected to a computer or USB device using a micro USB cable. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied regardless of whether this setting is on or off. |
| PC Remote Settings | Controls the PC remote shooting settings. |
Language | Selects the language. |
| Date/Time Setup | Sets the date, time, and daylight savings. |
| Area Setting | Sets the location of use. |
| Copyright Info | Sets copyright information for still images. |
| Format | Formats the memory card. |
| File Number | Sets the method used to assign file numbers. |
| Set File Name | Changes the first 3 characters of the file names for still images. |
| Select REC Folder | Changes the folder selected for storing still images and movies (MP4). |
| New Folder | Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies (MP4). |
| Folder Name | Sets the folder format for still images. |
| Recover Image DB | Recovers the image database file and enables recording and playback. |
| Display Media Info. | Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card. |
| Version | Displays the camera software version. |
| Certification Logo*2 | Displays certification information for the camera (only some of the certification logos are displayed). |
| Setting Reset | Restores settings to their defaults. Select [Initialize] to restore all settings to their default values. |
*1 If you change this item, you will need to format the memory card for compatibility with the PAL or NTSC system. Also, note that it may not be possible to play back movies recorded for the NTSC system on PAL system TVs.
*2 Overseas models only.
| Battery life | Number of images | ||
| Shooting (still images) | Screen mode | ― | Approx. 350 |
| Viewfinder mode | ― | Approx. 310 | |
| Actual shooting (movies) | Screen mode | Approx. 70 min. | ― |
| Viewfinder mode | Approx. 65 min. | ― | |
| Continuous shooting (movies) | Screen mode | Approx. 105 min. | ― |
| Viewfinder mode | Approx. 105 min. | ― |
You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. The
mark indicates that these memory cards can be used for shooting still images or movies.
When using Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory cards with this camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.
| Memory card | For still images | For movies | ||
| MP4 | AVCHD | XAVC S | ||
| Memory Stick PRO Duo | ![]() | ![]() (Mark2 only) | ![]() (Mark2 only) | — |
| Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | *1 |
| Memory Stick Micro (M2) | ![]() | ![]() (Mark2 only) | ![]() (Mark2 only) | — |
| SD memory card | ![]() | *2 | *2 | — |
| SDHC memory card | ![]() | *2 | *2 | *3 |
| SDXC memory card | ![]() | *2 | *2 | *3 |
| microSD memory card | ![]() | *2 | *2 | — |
| microSDHC memory card | ![]() | *2 | *2 | *3 |
| microSDXC memory card | ![]() | *2 | *2 | *3 |
*1 Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more.
*2 SD Speed Class 4 (
) or faster, or UHS Speed Class 1 (
) or faster
*3 SD Speed Class 10 (
), or UHS Speed Class 1 (
) or faster
When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class 3 (
) is required.
Note
When you insert a memory card into the camera and set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to "ON," the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the screen.
Note
The number of images that can be recorded on a memory card
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.
[
Image Size]: [L: 24M]
[
Aspect Ratio]: [3:2]*
(Units: Images)
| Quality | 8 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Standard | 1300 | 2700 | 5400 | 10500 |
| Fine | 820 | 1650 | 3300 | 6600 |
| Extra fine | 405 | 810 | 1600 | 3250 |
| RAW & JPEG | 215 | 435 | 880 | 1750 |
| RAW | 295 | 600 | 1200 | 2400 |
* When [
Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above (except when [RAW] is selected).
Note
The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [
File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], [XAVC S HD], and [AVCHD] are recording times when shooting with [Dual Video REC] set to [Off].
(h (hour), m (minute))
| File Format | Record Setting | 8 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| XAVC S 4K | 30p 100M/ 25p 100M | 9 m | 15 m | 35 m | 1 h 15 m |
30p 60M/ 25p 60M | 15 m | 30 m | 1 h | 2 h 5 m | |
24p 100M */ – | 9 m | 15 m | 35 m | 1 h 15 m | |
24p 60M */ – | 15 m | 30 m | 1 h | 2 h 5 m | |
| XAVC S HD | 120p 100M/100p 100M | 9 m | 15 m | 35 m | 1 h 15 m |
| 120p 60M/100p 60M | 15 m | 30 m | 1 h | 2 h 5 m | |
60p 50M /50p 50M | 15 m | 35 m | 1 h 15 m | 2 h 35 m | |
30p 50M /25p 50M | 15 m | 35 m | 1 h 15 m | 2 h 35 m | |
24p 50M */ – | 15 m | 35 m | 1 h 15 m | 2 h 35 m | |
| AVCHD | 60i 24M (FX) /50i 24M (FX) | 40 m | 1 h 25 m | 3 h | 6 h |
60i 17M (FH) /50i 17M (FH) | 55 m | 2 h | 4 h 5 m | 8 h 15 m | |
60p 28M (PS) /50p 28M (PS) | 35 m | 1 h 15 m | 2 h 30 m | 5 h 5 m | |
24p 24M (FX) /25p 24M (FX) | 40 m | 1 h 25 m | 3 h | 6 h | |
24p 17M (FH) /25p 17M (FH) | 55 m | 2 h | 4 h 5 m | 8 h 15 m | |
| MP4 | 1920×1080 60p 28M | 35 m | 1 h 15 m | 2 h 35 m | 5 h 20 m |
| 1920×1080 30p 16M | 1 h | 2 h | 4 h 10 m | 8 h 25 m | |
| 1280×720 30p 6M | 2 h 35 m | 5 h 20 m | 10 h 55 m | 22 h |
* Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC
Note
| Ambient temperature | Continuous recording time for movies (HD) | Continuous recording time for movies (4K) |
| 20°C (68°F) | Approx. 29 min. | Approx. 20 min. |
| 30°C (86°F) | Approx. 29 min. | Approx. 20 min. |
| 40°C (104°F) | Approx. 29 min. | Approx. 20 min. |
[Auto Pwr OFF Temp.]: [Standard]
HD: XAVC S HD (60p 50M/50p 50M, not connected via Wi-Fi)
4K: XAVC S 4K (24p 60M, not connected via Wi-Fi)
Camera
[System]
Camera type
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
Lens
Sony E-mount lens
[Image sensor]
Image sensor
APS-C format (23.5 mm × 15.6 mm) CMOS image sensor
Effective pixel number of camera
Approx. 24 200 000 pixels
Total pixel number of image sensor
Approx. 25 000 000 pixels
[SteadyShot]
System
In-camera sensor shift image stabilization system
[Anti-Dust]
System
Charge protection coating on optical filter and image sensor shift mechanism
[Auto focus system]
System
Phase detection system/Contrast detection system
Sensitivity range
EV–1 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.0 lens)
[Exposure control]
Metering method
1 200-segment metering by the image sensor
Metering range
EV–2 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.0 lens)
ISO sensitivity (Recommended exposure index)
Still images: AUTO, ISO 100 – ISO 25 600 (Extended ISO: Maximum ISO 51 200)
Movies: AUTO, ISO 100 – ISO 25 600 equivalent
Exposure compensation
±5.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
[Shutter]
Type
Electronically-controlled, verticaltraverse, focal-plane type
Speed range
Still images: 1/4 000 second to 30 seconds, BULB
Movies: 1/4 000 second to 1/4 second (1/3 EV step)
Flash sync speed
1/160 second
[Recording media]
Memory Stick PRO Duo media, SD card
[Monitor]
LCD monitor
Wide, 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive, touch panel
Total number of dots
921 600 dots
[Electronic viewfinder]
Type
Electronic viewfinder
Total number of dots
2 359 296 dots
Frame coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 1.07×
Approx. 0.70× (35 mm-format equivalent) with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m–1 (diopter)
Eye point (CIPA compliant)
Approx. 23 mm from the eyepiece, approx. 21.4 mm from the eyepiece frame at –1 m–1
Diopter Adjustment
–4.0 m–1 to +3.0 m–1
[Input/output terminals]
Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
* Supports Micro USB compatible device.
HDMI
HDMI type D micro jack
(Microphone) Terminal
3.5 mm Stereo mini jack
[Power]
Battery type
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50
Power consumption (while shooting)
When using an
E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS lens
Approx. 2.8 W (during shooting with the viewfinder)
Approx. 2.5 W (during shooting with the monitor)
[Others]
Exif Print
Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III
Compatible
DPOF
Compatible
Dimensions (CIPA compliant) (Approx.)
120.0 mm × 66.9 mm × 53.3 mm
(4 3/4 inches × 2 3/4 inches × 2 1/8 inches) (W/H/D)
Mass (CIPA compliant) (Approx.)
453 g (1 lb) (including battery and SD card)
410 g (14.5 oz) (camera only)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
[File format]
Still image
JPEG compliant (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 Format)
Movies (XAVC S format)
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0 format compliant
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit)
Movie (AVCHD format)
AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch
Dolby Digital Stereo Creator
Movie (MP4 format)
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
USB communication
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
[Flash]
Flash guide number
6 (in meters at ISO 100)
Recycling time
Approx. 4 seconds
Flash coverage
Covering 16 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates)
Flash compensation
±3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
[Wireless LAN]
Supported format
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency band
2.4 GHz
Supported security protocols
WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Configuration method
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)/ Manual
Access method
Infrastructure mode
[NFC]
Tag type
NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant
[Bluetooth communications]
Bluetooth standard Ver. 4.1
Frequency band
2.4 GHz Model No. WW213019
AC Adaptor AC-UUD12/UUE12
Power requirements
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 0.2 A
Output voltage
DC 5 V, 1.5 A
Rechargeable battery pack
NP-FW50
Nominal voltage
DC 7.2 V
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
On focal length
The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mmformat camera. You can find the approximate equivalent of the focal length of a 35 mm-format camera, and shoot with the same picture angle, by increasing the focal length of your lens by half. For example, by using a 50 mm lens, you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format camera.
On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software
The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as "GPL") or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as "LGPL") are included in the product. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code.
Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product. Establish a Mass Storage connection between the product and a computer to read licenses in the "PMHOME" - "LICENSE" folder.
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
http://www.sony.net
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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