Sony DSC-HX200V Cyber-shot User Manual
Sony DSC-HX200V Cyber-shot User Manual

Sony DSC-HX200V Cyber-shot User Manual

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Cyber-shot User Guide
Before Use
Shooting
Viewing
Using MENU items (Shooting)
Using MENU items (Viewing)
Changing settings
Viewing images on a TV
Using with your computer
Printing
Troubleshooting
Precautions/About this camera
Contents list
DSC-HX200/HX200V

User Guide

Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camera.
Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation
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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2: Before Use

    Printing Using the control button Troubleshooting Using the jog dial Precautions/About this camera Using the jog dial Using the internal memory Contents list Using the internal memory Using the In-Camera guide In-Camera Guide Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 3: Shooting

    Functions not available in some REC modes Using shooting functions Tracking focus DISP (Display Setting) Flash Photo Creativity Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Using the Custom button Auto focus Manual Focus Manual Focus Check Switching between the LCD screen and the viewfinder Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 4: Viewing

    Viewing burst images Printing Viewing movies Troubleshooting Viewing movies Precautions/About this camera Viewing panorama images Scrolling the panorama images for display Contents list Viewing 3D images Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 5: Using Menu Items (Shooting)

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting Using MENU items (Shooting) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Movie shooting scene Changing settings 3D Shooting...
  • Page 6 Register Setting In-Camera Guide Shooting MENU list MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 7: Using Menu Items (Viewing)

    3D Viewing View Mode Troubleshooting Display Cont. Shooting Group Precautions/About this camera Protect Print (DPOF) Contents list Rotate In-Camera Guide Playback MENU list MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8: Changing Settings

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings Before Use Changing settings Shooting Changing settings Viewing Changing camera settings Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting Settings Using MENU items (Viewing) Movie format Changing settings AF Illuminator Grid Line Viewing images on a TV Clear Image Zoom Using with your computer...
  • Page 9: Clock Settings

    Change REC.Folder Delete REC.Folder Copy File Number Clock Settings Area Setting Date & Time Setting Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX200V only) Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX200V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 10: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Changing settings Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing images on a TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11: Using With Your Computer

    Contents list Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies Copying high-definition image quality (HD) movies on to DVD discs (AVCHD discs) Creating standard definition image quality (STD) DVD discs Creating Blu-ray discs Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12: Printing

    Printing still images Viewing Printing still images Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Computers Printing Memory card Internal memory Troubleshooting Printing Precautions/About this camera Others Contents list Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display Messages Situations this camera has difficulty handling Situations this camera has difficulty handling Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 14: Precautions/About This Camera

    Precautions/About this camera Using the camera abroad Contents list Using the camera abroad On TV color systems About this camera Carl Zeiss lens AVCHD format GPS (DSC-HX200V only) TransferJet standard License Trademarks Trademarks Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15: Before Use

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Contents list Before Use Contents list Shooting Viewing Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Using MENU items (Viewing) Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen Changing settings Names of parts Viewing images on a TV...
  • Page 16: Viewing

    Sweep Multi Angle 3D Still Image Scene Selection Background Defocus Functions not available in some REC modes Using shooting functions Tracking focus DISP (Display Setting) Flash Photo Creativity Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Using the Custom button Auto focus Manual Focus Manual Focus Check Switching between the LCD screen and the viewfinder Back to top Viewing...
  • Page 17: Using Menu Items (Viewing)

    Easy Mode Defocus Effect Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size HDR Painting effect Area of emphasis Color hue Extracted Color Watercolor Effect Illustration Effect White Balance White Balance Shift ND Filter (Internal ND Filter) Metering Mode Cont. Shooting Interval Bracket Setting Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect Smile Shutter...
  • Page 18: Changing Settings

    View Mode Display Cont. Shooting Group Protect Print (DPOF) Rotate In-Camera Guide Playback MENU list MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Back to top Changing settings Changing settings Changing camera settings Shooting Settings Movie format AF Illuminator Grid Line Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom...
  • Page 19: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Version Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder Delete REC.Folder Copy File Number Clock Settings Area Setting Date & Time Setting Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX200V only) Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX200V only) Back to top Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA”...
  • Page 20 Printing still images Back to top Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Shooting still images/movies Viewing images GPS (DSC-HX200V only) Computers Memory card Internal memory Printing Others Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display Messages Situations this camera has difficulty handling Situations this camera has difficulty handling...
  • Page 21 Trademarks Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 22: How To Use This User Guide

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide Before Use How to use this User Guide Shooting Viewing Selecting a topic to display Using MENU items (Shooting) Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page...
  • Page 23 Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button. Returning to a previous page Use the browser’s back button to return to a previously viewed page, or use the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to display the desired page.
  • Page 24 Operate the camera in the order indicated. Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camera is in its default settings. The default setting is indicated by indicates information that is useful to know. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25: Names Of Parts

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > Names of parts Before Use Names of parts Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer...
  • Page 26 Stereo microphone Eyepiece sensor Viewfinder (Playback) button MOVIE (Movie) button Control button Menu on: Menu off: FINDER/LCD button ON/OFF (Power) button and Power/Charge lamp Mode dial Jog dial MENU button (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button Finder adjustment dial Micro USB connector Connector cover HDMI mini jack DC IN connector RESET button...
  • Page 27 Battery/Memory card cover Battery insertion slot Battery eject lever Access lamp Memory card slot Tripod receptacle (TransferJet™) mark Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > List of icons displayed on the screen Before Use Shooting List of icons displayed on the screen Viewing List of shooting mode icons Using MENU items (Shooting)
  • Page 29 White balance Shift Picture Effect Vibration warning Metering Mode Anti Blink Scene Recognition Overlay icon Burst Shooting Interval Bracket Shooting Bracket Setting Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness ND Filter (Internal ND filter) Noise reduction Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Zoom scaling Display Indication Tracking focus...
  • Page 30 Focus bar Display Indication Recording folder Number of recordable images Buffer writing CAPTURE Importing still images 100Min Recordable time Recording Media (Memory card, internal memory) Eye-Fi Mode display Warning indicator pertaining to still image recording GPS Log REC (DSC-HX200V only) Direction (DSC-HX200V only) GPS triangulating status (DSC-HX200V only) Flash mode...
  • Page 31 Histogram Recording a movie/Movie standby Standby 0:12 Recording time (m:s) Level List of viewing mode icons Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size/Panorama image size/Quality View mode Eco mode TransferJet settings 3D images Burst Images Main image in the burst group Protect Print order (DPOF)
  • Page 32 Aperture value Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Playback Variable speed playback Playback bar 00:00:12 Counter EVF/LCD switch Direction Airplane Mode (DSC-HX200V only) GPS information 35˚37´32˝N Latitude and longitude display 139˚44´31˝E Histogram Volume Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33: Using The Shoulder Strap

    Attach the shoulder strap and lens cap strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 34: Using The Control Button

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > Using the control button > Using the control button Before Use Using the control button Shooting Viewing Moving the selection frame on MENU screen, etc. Using MENU items (Shooting) Selecting an image to be played back Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings...
  • Page 35 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36: Using The Jog Dial

    The item to set is displayed larger. Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 2. Turn the jog dial to select the setting value Related Topic Shutter Speed Priority Shooting Aperture Priority Shooting Manual Exposure Shooting Program Auto Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37: Using The Internal Memory

    By making a USB connection between the camera and a computer with a micro USB cable, you can transfer data stored in the internal memory to a computer. However you cannot transfer data on a computer to the internal memory. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 (In-Camera Guide) button is not available in Easy Mode. [Use this function] may not be available, depending on the selected functions. Depending on the selected functions, the operation guide and details may not be displayed. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39: Shooting Still Images

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Shooting still images Before Use Shooting still images Shooting Viewing 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
  • Page 40 The subject is seen through glass. The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light. Related Topic Viewing still images Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 41 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Zoom (Still images) Before Use Zoom (Still images) Shooting Viewing Available zoom Using MENU items (Shooting) Zoom scale Enlarges images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can Using MENU items (Viewing) enlarge images up to 30×.
  • Page 42 You can combine certain zoom settings to zoom in at high magnification. The icon on the screen changes in accordance with the zoom you use. Zoom with the original image quality (You can shoot still images without deteriorating the original image quality even if the optical zoom scale exceeds 30×...
  • Page 43 When [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]. When (Backlight Correction HDR) or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in Scene Selection. The Face Detection function does not operate when you use other than the optical zoom. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44: Shooting Movies

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Shooting movies Before Use Shooting movies Shooting Viewing 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer...
  • Page 45 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 46 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Zoom (Movies) Before Use Zoom (Movies) Shooting Viewing Available zoom Using MENU items (Shooting) Zoom scale Enlarges images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can Using MENU items (Viewing) enlarge images up to 30×.
  • Page 47 Operation Image size D: Zoom with maximum zoom A: Optical zoom scale Movie mode 30× 120× Notes [Clear Image Zoom] is not available while recording movies. The camera zooms slowly while recording movies. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48: Shooting Still Images While Recording A Movie (Dual Rec)

    When the Smile Shutter function is set to [On], the shutter releases automatically each time the camera detects a smiling face. You cannot switch [On] or [Off] for Smile Shutter during movie recording. When the camera is on [Standby] in (Movie Mode), you cannot use [Smile Shutter]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49: List Of Mode Dial Functions

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > List of mode dial functions Before Use List of mode dial functions Shooting Viewing Set the mode dial to the desired function. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
  • Page 50 Intelligent Auto Superior Auto Program Auto Shutter Speed Priority Shooting Aperture Priority Shooting Manual Exposure Shooting Memory recall mode 3D Still Image Scene Selection Intelligent Sweep Panorama Shooting movies Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51: Intelligent Auto

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Intelligent Auto Before Use Intelligent Auto Shooting Viewing On Scene Recognition Using MENU items (Shooting) Features of Auto shooting modes Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
  • Page 52 In [Superior Auto] mode, it takes some time to record an image, because the camera overlays the images. Related Topic Scene Recognition Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53: Superior Auto

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Superior Auto Before Use Superior Auto Shooting Viewing The camera combines Scene Recognition and high-quality image technology to automatically shoot the Using MENU items (Shooting) images with the optimal settings.
  • Page 54 In low light conditions such as night scenes, set [Flash] to [Off] to achieve the optimal effect of the overlaid images. Related Topic Scene Recognition Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55: Program Auto

    When the flash mode setting is changed, program shift is canceled. Related Topic Using the jog dial Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 57: Shutter Speed Priority Shooting

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Shutter Speed Priority Shooting Before Use Shutter Speed Priority Shooting Shooting Viewing You can shoot still images after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
  • Page 58 When you set the shutter speed slower, the traces of moving objects such as a river current etc., appear. You can shoot more natural live action images. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59: Aperture Priority Shooting

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Aperture Priority Shooting Before Use Aperture Priority Shooting Shooting Viewing You can manually adjust the amount of light that passes through the lens. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
  • Page 60 This is good for landscapes, etc. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 61: Manual Exposure Shooting

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Manual Exposure Shooting Before Use Manual Exposure Shooting Shooting Viewing You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture value. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
  • Page 62 To use a shutter speed slower than 1/4 second, set the ISO sensitivity to 3200 or less. Related Topic Auto focus Manual Focus Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63: Memory Recall Mode

    Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Register Setting Memory recall mode Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64: Intelligent Sweep Panorama

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Intelligent Sweep Panorama Before Use Intelligent Sweep Panorama Shooting Viewing Allows you to create a panoramic image from composite images. The camera also automatically detects Using MENU items (Shooting) people’s faces or moving subjects.
  • Page 65 Tips for shooting a panorama image Pan the camera in an arc at a constant velocity in the direction indicated on the screen. Subjects at rest are more suited for panorama shots than moving subjects. Radius as short as possible. Vertical direction Horizontal direction First, press the shutter button halfway so that you can lock the focus, exposure and white balance.
  • Page 66 Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Shooting with the 3D Sweep Panorama function Before Use Shooting Shooting with the 3D Sweep Panorama function Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Multiple images are shot while the camera is moving, and these images are compiled into a 3D image. The recorded image can be played back on a 3D TV.
  • Page 68 You pan the camera too quickly or too slowly. There is too much camera shake. Related Topic Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69: Sweep Multi Angle

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Sweep Multi Angle Before Use Sweep Multi Angle Shooting Viewing As you sweep the camera, the camera shoots multiple images, then compiles them into one Using MENU items (Shooting) stereoscopic image.
  • Page 70 Related Topic Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71: D Still Image

    3D images consist of a JPEG file and an MPO file. If either file is deleted on your PC, the camera may not operate correctly. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72: Scene Selection

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
  • Page 73 Allows you to shoot three images having different exposures to create a single image with a greater range of gradation. (Backlight Correction HDR) Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere. (Night Portrait) Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere...
  • Page 74 Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight. (Beach) Allows you to record clear images preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white. (Snow) Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor.
  • Page 75 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76: Background Defocus

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Background Defocus Before Use Background Defocus Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot an image with image processing so that the background and the subject stands out. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings...
  • Page 77 Separate the subject and the background. Shoot after focusing on the subject. Related Topic Defocus Effect Tracking focus Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78: Functions Not Available In Some Rec Modes

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Functions not available in some REC modes Before Use Functions not available in some REC modes Shooting Viewing Functions available in REC modes Using MENU items (Shooting) Functions available in Scene Selection Functions available in Picture Effect...
  • Page 79 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — * [Off] cannot be selected for [Face Detection]. Note When the above shooting modes are registered and recalled in MR (Memory recall mode), the conditions for whether settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the above table.
  • Page 80 — — [Bracket] cannot be selected. ISO settings higher than [ISO2000] cannot be selected. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81: Tracking Focus

    However, if the target of the tracking focus is a specified face, the camera keeps tracking on that face even if the face disappears from the screen. Related Topic Face Detection Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > DISP (Display Setting) Before Use DISP (Display Setting) Shooting Viewing Histogram Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press (Display Setting) on the control button. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
  • Page 83 A large difference in the histogram displayed during shooting and playback may occur when: The flash strobes. The shutter speed is slow or fast. The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 If this happens, set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86: Photo Creativity

    If you switch the camera mode to Intelligent Auto mode or turn off the camera, the settings you changed are reverted to the default settings. When you set Photo Creativity in Superior Auto mode, overlaying images are disabled. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Before Use Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Shooting Viewing Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer Using MENU items (Shooting) You can select Single (single-image), Continuous Shooting or Bracket as the shooting mode. 1.
  • Page 88 Do not move your camera after the beep sounds. You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes Cont. Shooting Interval Bracket Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89: Using The Custom Button

    Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list For details on registering settings, see “Custom Button.” [Details] Related Topic Custom Button Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90: Auto Focus

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Auto focus Before Use Auto focus Shooting Viewing Using Flexible Spot AF Using MENU items (Shooting) You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.
  • Page 91 You can adjust the rough position by using the jog dial. Note Once you change the focus method, the AF range finder frame you set up is cleared. Related Topic Tracking focus Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92: Manual Focus

    You cannot use the manual ring to set the focus under the following conditions: When the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People] When the Smile Shutter is [On] Related Topic Manual Focus Check MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93: Manual Focus Check

    While the display is magnified, you can shoot photos if you press the shutter button, but the camera will record the entire displayed image. You cannot use the Face Detection and Smile Shutter functions. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective. Related Topic Using the jog dial Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > ISO Before Use Shooting Viewing Adjusts the luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Manual Exposure Shooting, Program Auto or Using MENU items (Shooting) [Advanced Sports Shooting] in Scene Selection.
  • Page 96 You can select only from [Auto], [ISO 100] to [ISO 800] when the shooting mode is set to burst or bracket shooting mode Related Topic Using the jog dial MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97: Switching Between The Lcd Screen And The Viewfinder

    Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list The camera notes the position of your eyes and automatically switches the screen. Switches to the LCD screen. Switches to the viewfinder. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 Contents list Viewing vertical images in full-screen display (DSC-HX200V only) If the camera is rotated, the horizontal or vertical orientation of the image is determined and the image being played back is automatically rotated. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99: Playback Zoom

    ) to zoom out. Press on the control button to cancel playback zoom. To save enlarged images You can save an enlarged image by using the trimming function. Press MENU [Retouch] [Trimming (Resize)]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100: Image Index

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Image Index Before Use Image Index Shooting Viewing Displaying images of the desired date/folder Using MENU items (Shooting) Viewing images with the Calendar Displays multiple images at the same time. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
  • Page 101 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102: Delete Button

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Viewing > Deleting images > Delete button Before Use Delete button Shooting Viewing Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. Using MENU items (Shooting) You can also delete images from the MENU button. [Details] 1.
  • Page 103 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104: Viewing Burst Images

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Viewing > Viewing burst images > Viewing burst images Before Use Viewing burst images Shooting Viewing Tilt playback Using MENU items (Shooting) Unfold You can select the playback method for continuous (burst) shots when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] Using MENU items (Viewing) and [Display Cont.
  • Page 105 3. Switch the display between single-image display and index display by pressing 4. To cancel the display, press Related Topic View Mode Display Cont. Shooting Group Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Viewing > Viewing movies > Viewing movies Before Use Viewing movies Shooting Viewing Displaying the control panel Using MENU items (Shooting) Capture a still image from a movie Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
  • Page 107 (AVCHD view): Displays AVCHD-format movie thumbnails on the index screen. When a movie file is played back to the end, the camera automatically starts playing back the next movie file. Note You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras. Displaying the control panel Display the control panel, you can control slow movie playback and adjust the volume.
  • Page 108 When the still image has been recorded, the camera will pause. A still image recorded in [MP4 3M] movie format will save as [VGA]. Otherwise, the still image will save as [16:9(2M)]. Related Topic View Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 109: Scrolling The Panorama Images For Display

    Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to display the whole image again. Note A panoramic image recorded in [High Resolution] size requires a longer time to scroll than a normal size panoramic image. Related Topic Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 110: Viewing Images Shot In Sweep Multi Angle Mode Stereoscopically

    To view images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically, tilt the camera to the right or left as Precautions/About this camera illustrated, keeping the camera horizontal. Contents list Note 3D images shot in [3D Still Image], [3D Sweep Panorama] mode cannot be played back in 3D on the camera. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 3. Select the desired menu item with on the control button. Contents list 4. Select the desired item with on the control button. 5. Press the MENU button to close the Menu screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112: Movie Shooting Scene

    [Details] Printing Selection) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera On Scene Recognition Contents list Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto mode. This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 Multi Contents list stereoscopically on a 3D TV. Angle) Related Topic 3D Still Image Shooting with the 3D Sweep Panorama function Sweep Multi Angle Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 114: Picture Effect

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Picture Effect Before Use Picture Effect Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot a still image with an original texture according to the desired effect. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
  • Page 115 camera) Allows you to shoot a pop art-like colorful image with emphasis on the color tone. (Pop Color) Allows you to shoot an image that makes a strong impression by leaving a specified color on portions of a monochrome image. You can select the color to extract using MENU [Extracted Color].
  • Page 116 (Movie Mode), you cannot set the Picture Effect. Related Topic HDR Painting effect Area of emphasis Color hue Extracted Color Watercolor Effect Illustration Effect Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. For still images: Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
  • Page 118 Allows easy shooting of distant scenes by focusing in the distance. Shoots the clear sky and trees and flowers in vivid colors. (Landscape) Allows you to shoot three images having different exposures to create a single image with a greater range of gradation. (Backlight Correction HDR)*...
  • Page 119 (Gourmet)* Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. (Pet)* Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight. (Beach) Allows you to record clear images preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white.
  • Page 120 Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 (Memory recall mode) after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory recall mode Register Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122: Easy Mode

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Easy Mode Before Use Easy Mode Shooting Viewing On Scene Recognition Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting functions available in Easy Mode (Shooting) Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions.
  • Page 123 Self-Timer Select between [On] or [Off] mode. on the control button desired mode Flash Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode. Related Topic Scene Recognition GPS setting (DSC-HX200V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124: Defocus Effect

    Changing settings (Low) Viewing images on a TV Select a weak, medium or strong Background Defocus effect. (Mid) Using with your computer (High) Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera Background Defocus Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Before Use Shooting Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Viewing Image size when shooting still images Using MENU items (Shooting) 3D Still Image Size Using MENU items (Viewing) Image size in Easy Mode...
  • Page 126 If you cannot print panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] size due to the large size, use the resize function in the software “PlayMemories Home”. “PlayMemories Home” allows you to resize panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] to 50%, etc. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127: Hdr Painting Effect

    Select weak, medium or strong for effects that emphasize color, etc. (Medium) Using with your computer Printing (High) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 128: Area Of Emphasis

    Sets area of emphasis in the middle. (Middle) Troubleshooting Sets area of emphasis to the right. (Right) Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129: Color Hue

    Adds a magenta filter-like hue and darkens the surroundings. (Magenta hue) Contents list Note It is recommended that you shoot a test image in advance for some subjects. Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 130: Extracted Color

    Precautions/About this camera Contents list Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject. Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 131 Adds a strong, medium or weak Watercolor effect. (Medium) Using with your computer Printing (High) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 132: Illustration Effect

    Adds a strong, medium or weak Illustration effect. (Medium) Using with your computer Printing (High) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 133: White Balance

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > White Balance Before Use White Balance Shooting Viewing To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode Using MENU items (Shooting) Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions.
  • Page 134 When flash mode is set to [On], [Slow Synchro] or [Rear Slow Synchro], the white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 135: White Balance Shift

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > White Balance Shift Before Use White Balance Shift Shooting Viewing Allows you to use the selected white balance as the base value and apply the set correction value to Using MENU items (Shooting) change the color and record an image.
  • Page 136 Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 137 (Auto)* Based on shooting mode and brightness, the ND filter switches On/Off automatically. Troubleshooting The ND filter is not used. (Off) The ND filter is always used. Precautions/About this camera (On) Contents list * When [Auto] cannot be selected, the default is [Off]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 138: Metering Mode

    Troubleshooting strong contrast between the subject and the background. Precautions/About this camera (Spot) Contents list Note In movie mode, [Spot] cannot be selected. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 139 Note In slow shutter speed conditions, the burst of shots per second may be decreased. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 140: Bracket Setting

    Note You cannot select [White Balance] when the mode dial is set to (Scene Selection). Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 141: Scene Recognition

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Recognition Before Use Scene Recognition Shooting Viewing Advanced mode Using MENU items (Shooting) The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When a motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur.
  • Page 142: Advanced Mode

    If the eyes are closed in both images, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed. * except when the flash strobes/when the shutter speed is slow. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 143: Soft Skin Effect

    Adds a weak, medium or strong Soft Skin Effect. (Mid) Printing (High) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Note Contents list The [Soft Skin Effect] may not be visible depending on the subject. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 144: Smile Shutter

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Smile Shutter Before Use Smile Shutter Shooting Viewing When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
  • Page 145 Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. The Smile Shutter function does not operate when you use zoom functions other than the optical zoom. Related Topic Smile Detection Sensitivity MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 146: Smile Detection Sensitivity

    Using with your computer (Slight Smile) Printing Troubleshooting Note Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic Smile Shutter MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 147: Face Detection

    Adults and children may not be recognized correctly depending on the conditions. During Smile Shutter shooting, [Face Detection] is automatically set to [Auto] even if it is set to [Off]. Related Topic Tracking focus MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 148: Flash Level

    If the subject is too bright or dark, this adjustment may have no effect. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Related Topic Printing MENU items not available in some REC modes Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 149: Color Mode

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Color Mode Before Use Color Mode Shooting Viewing You can change the vividness of the image, and use special effects. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
  • Page 150 Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 151: Color Saturation

    Viewing images on a TV Adjusts the vividness of the image. (Standard) Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 152 Viewing images on a TV Adjusts the contrast of the image. (Standard) Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 153 Adjusts the sharpness of the image. Viewing images on a TV (Standard) Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 154: Noise Reduction

    Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Note Depending on the settings at the time of recording, the Noise Reduction level cannot be adjusted. Contents list Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 155: Anti Blink

    When the Anti Blink function is set to [Auto] but only images with the subject’s eyes closed are recorded, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed on the screen. Shoot again as necessary. Related Topic Scene Selection Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 156 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Movie Quality/Movie Size Before Use Movie Quality/Movie Size Shooting Viewing The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data Using MENU items (Shooting) used per second (average bit-rate), the higher the image quality.
  • Page 157 When you create AVCHD discs from movies recorded in [AVC HD 28M (PS)] or [AVC HD 24M (FX)], it will take time as the image quality must be converted. To save [AVC HD 28M (PS)] or [AVC HD 24M (FX)] movies without converting the image quality, use Blu-ray discs. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 158 When [Movie Size] is set to [VGA] For prints up to A3 (11×17”) 10M Level For prints up to 10×15 cm (4×6”) or 13×18 cm(5×7”). Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 159: Movie Steadyshot

    Note If you change the setting for [Movie SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list Shooting movies MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 160 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Position Information (DSC- HX200V only) Before Use Shooting Position Information (DSC-HX200V only) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) The GPS triangulating status can be checked. Set the camera to triangulate when the position information is being displayed.
  • Page 161 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 162 If the memory card is full, delete the [GPS Log REC] data. [Details] Sony does not collect location information and routing information. To display location information and routing information as a map on a computer, Sony provides data of location information and routing information to Google Inc. Related Topic Dlt.
  • Page 163: Register Setting

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Register Setting Before Use Register Setting Shooting Viewing Items that can be registered Using MENU items (Shooting) To recall registered settings Allows you to register up to 3 commonly-used modes or camera settings in the camera. You can recall Using MENU items (Viewing) the settings when the mode dial is set to [Memory recall mode].
  • Page 164 Related Topic Memory recall mode Memory recall mode MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 165 (In-Camera Guide) button when the MENU screen is not displayed, you can Troubleshooting search the guide using keywords or icons. Precautions/About this camera 5. Press the / (In-Camera Guide) button to exit the guide. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 166 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Shooting MENU list > MENU items not available in some REC modes Before Use Shooting MENU items not available in some REC modes Viewing MENU items not available in Scene Selection/Picture Effect mode Using MENU items (Shooting) In the table below, a check mark indicates settings that can be changed, while –...
  • Page 167 Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect* Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection* Flash Level Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Noise Reduction Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot Position Information GPS Log REC Register Setting In-Camera Guide (Settings) MENU items not available in Scene Selection/Picture Effect mode The icons below indicate the available modes.
  • Page 168 Color hue Extracted Color Watercolor Effect Illustration Effect White Balance* White Balance Shift ND Filter Metering Mode Cont. Shooting Interval Bracket Setting Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect* Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection* Flash Level Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Noise Reduction...
  • Page 169 Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. When the above shooting modes are registered and recalled in (Memory recall mode), the conditions for whether settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the above table. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 170 3. Select the desired menu item with on the control button. Contents list 4. Select the desired item with on the control button. 5. Press in the center of the control button to execute the function. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 171: Continuous Playback

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Slideshow Before Use Slideshow Shooting Viewing Continuous Playback Using MENU items (Shooting) Slideshow with music Images are automatically played back in succession. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
  • Page 172: Slideshow With Music

    Viewing panoramic images during continuous playback The whole panoramic image is displayed for 3 seconds. You can scroll a panoramic image by pressing Slideshow with music 1. MENU (Slideshow) [Slideshow with music] on the control button Displays the setting screen. 2.
  • Page 173 You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back during slideshow. To transfer music, install the “Music Transfer” software to your computer. Related Topic “Music Transfer” Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 174: Send By Transferjet

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Send by TransferJet Before Use Send by TransferJet Shooting Viewing Receiving images using TransferJet Using MENU items (Shooting) Using separately sold TransferJet-compatible devices TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by closely Using MENU items (Viewing) aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other.
  • Page 175 If no image is displayed, press MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] [Single]. While connected, data cannot be written to or deleted from the camera. Do not disconnect while importing images to “PlayMemories Home”. Related Topic TransferJet TransferJet standard Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 176 Notes In Easy Mode, you can select from [1 image] or [All]. When the internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View. Related Topic Delete button Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 177 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Retouch Before Use Retouch Shooting Viewing Retouches a recorded image and saves it as a new file. Using MENU items (Shooting) The original image is retained. 1.
  • Page 178 Depending on the image, sufficient correction may not be applied and the image quality may deteriorate. Note You cannot retouch the following images: Panoramic images 3D images Movies Images displayed in a burst group Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 179 Adds ink bleed and gradational effects to images as if they were painted using Using with your computer watercolors. (Watercolor) Printing Troubleshooting Adds illustration-like effects to images by emphasizing the contours, etc. (Illustration) Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 180 (3D Viewing) on the control button Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Related Topic Using with your computer Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 181: View Mode

    (supplied) to the wall outlet (socket). If a battery with a low charge is used to register images, it may not be possible to transfer all of the data or the data may be corrupted if the battery charge runs out. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 182 Troubleshooting Only) Precautions/About this camera Plays back all burst images one at a time. (Display Contents list All) Related Topic Viewing burst images Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 183 Select the image for which you want to cancel protection, and unlock it by pressing on the control button as the same procedure to protect it. The indicator disappears, and the protection is released. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 184 Select the image to clear the DPOF registration, then press on the control button in the same procedure as when making a mark. The mark disappears and the DPOF registration is cleared. Related Topic Printing still images Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 185 Images displayed in a burst group 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. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 186 (In-Camera Guide) button when the MENU screen is not displayed, you can Troubleshooting search the guide using keywords or icons. Precautions/About this camera 5. Press the / (In-Camera Guide) button to exit the guide. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 187 — — — — Shooting Group) (Protect) Print (DPOF) — — — — — (Rotate) (In-Camera Guide) (Settings) Note Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 188: Changing Camera Settings

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Changing settings > Changing camera settings Before Use Changing camera settings Shooting Viewing You can change the settings on the [Settings] screen. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
  • Page 189 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 190: Movie Format

    MP4 (AVC) movies are recorded. Sets the recording method to MP4, which is suitable Precautions/About this camera for WEB uploads and e-mail attachments. No discs can be created from MP4 movies, even if you use the software “PlayMemories Home.” Contents list Related Topic AVCHD format Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 191 AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame. The AF illuminator emits very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator emitter at close range. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 192: Grid Line

    On Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Viewing images on a TV Off Does not display the grid lines. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 193: Clear Image Zoom

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Clear Image Zoom Before Use Clear Image Zoom Shooting Viewing Total zoom scale when [Clear Image Zoom] is selected (including 30× optical zoom) Using MENU items (Shooting) [Clear Image Zoom] allows you to enlarge the image with close to the original image quality when shooting still images.
  • Page 194 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 195: Digital Zoom

    When [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]. When (Backlight Correction HDR) mode is selected in Scene Selection. The Face Detection function does not operate in the range of [Digital Zoom]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 196: Wind Noise Reduct

    Precautions/About this camera If [Wind Noise Reduct.] is set to [On] even though the wind is not blowing strongly, the recorded sounds other than the wind may be hard to hear. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 197: Micref Level

    Viewing images on a TV Normal conversations. Using with your computer Records surrounding sounds at actual level. Suitable for recording rich sound such as music at a concert. Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 198: Red Eye Reduction

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Red Eye Reduction Before Use Red Eye Reduction Shooting Viewing The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the Using MENU items (Shooting) flash.
  • Page 199 Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 200: Blink Alert

    2. MENU (Settings) (Shooting Settings) [Blink Alert] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Auto Displays/hides the “Blinked eye detected” message. Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 201: Write Date

    If you shot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. The dates are doubly printed, if you set the camera to superimpose the dates when printing. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 202: Custom Button

    AE lock However if you perform other operations such as pressing and turning the jog dial, the AE lock may be released. The AE lock can only be used with the CUSTOM button. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 203 Standard Displays the image on the screen in standard image quality. Using with your computer Displays the image on the screen in high image quality. The battery power may High Printing decrease faster. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 204 Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control button/shutter button. Viewing images on a TV Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 205: Panel Brightness

    The screen grows dark if you do not operate the camera while the power is on. When the high-temperature indicator ( ) is displayed, the screen may grow dark regardless of the Troubleshooting settings. [Details] Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 206: Language Setting

    Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Language Setting] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Back to top Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 207: Display Color

    Using MENU items (Viewing) Black Changing settings Sets the background color of the screen. White Viewing images on a TV Pink Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 208: Demo Mode

    During a demonstration, if the number of images saved in the internal memory increases, the camera may automatically delete the images. It is recommended to make a backup copy of the images on the internal memory before a demonstration. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 209 Alternatively, if you press RESET button using a pointed object and turn the camera on, the default Precautions/About this camera settings are restored. [Details] Contents list Note Be sure not to remove the battery pack while initializing. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 210: Function Guide

    (Settings) (Main Settings) [Function Guide] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Displays/hides the function guide. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 211: Hdmi Resolution

    Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Printing Troubleshooting Note Precautions/About this camera If you cannot display the screen properly with the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i] or [1080p] depending on the TV to be connected. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 212: Ctrl For Hdmi

    You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote controller of your TV by connecting your camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 213: Eco Mode

    Does not use the Auto power-off function. Note The camera does not enter Eco mode under conditions such as during a slideshow, when recording movies or when the camera is connected to a computer. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 214: Usb Connect Setting

    If Device Stage* does not appear when connecting the camera to a Windows 7 computer, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto]. * Device Stage is a menu screen to manage connected devices, such as a camera. (Function of Windows 7) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 215: Lun Setting

    Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Note Contents list Set [LUN Setting] to [Multi] when installing “PlayMemories Home.” Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 216: Download Music

    2. Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, then start “Music Transfer”. Changing settings 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to change music files. Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 217: Empty Music

    1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Empty Music] [OK] Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Related Topic Viewing images on a TV “Music Transfer” Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 218 Viewing images on a TV Related Topic Using with your computer Position Information (DSC-HX200V only) GPS setting (DSC-HX200V only) Printing GPS assist data (DSC-HX200V only) Troubleshooting Send by TransferJet Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 219 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > GPS setting (DSC-HX200V only) Before Use GPS setting (DSC-HX200V only) Shooting Viewing Checking triangulating status and shooting direction Using MENU items (Shooting) The built-in GPS and direction sensor of this camera acquire the information on location or the shooting direction, and record it on images.
  • Page 220: Status Indicators

    Your camera is receiving a GPS signal, and can acquire location Triangulating information. Related Topic Position Information (DSC-HX200V only) GPS assist data (DSC-HX200V only) Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX200V only) Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX200V only) GPS (DSC-HX200V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 221 [Date & Time Setting]. If the term of validity of GPS assist data has run out, the time until you can record location information cannot be shortened. Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX200V only) GPS (DSC-HX200V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 222 [Dlt. GPS Log Data] [OK] Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Related Topic GPS Log REC (DSC-HX200V only) Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 223 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > TransferJet Before Use TransferJet Shooting Viewing You can select TransferJet communication settings. TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer Using MENU items (Shooting) technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other.
  • Page 224 Related Topic Send by TransferJet TransferJet standard Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 225 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Eye-Fi Before Use Eye-Fi Shooting Viewing Transferring image data using the Eye-Fi card Using MENU items (Shooting) Sets whether to use the upload function of an Eye-Fi card (commercially available), when you use the Eye-Fi card with this camera.
  • Page 226 Eye-Fi card. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 227 Displays the software version installed on this camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Version] Using MENU items (Viewing) Back to top Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 228 (Internal Memory Tool) [Format] Viewing images on a TV [OK] Using with your computer Note Printing Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 229 Precautions/About this camera Up to 4,000 images can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is automatically created. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 230 You cannot select a folder with a number that has only “ MSDCF” or “ ANV01” Printing as a recording folder. Troubleshooting You cannot move recorded images to another folder. Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 231 If a folder contains protected images or files that cannot be played back by the camera, images Troubleshooting other than these images are deleted and the folder will remain. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 232 Precautions/About this camera The data will be copied to the recording folder that is currently being used, with a number one higher than the largest data number in that folder. [Details] Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 233: File Number

    Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed. (When the recording folder contains a Reset Printing file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 234: Area Setting

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Clock Settings > Area Setting Before Use Area Setting Shooting Viewing DSC-HX200: Using MENU items (Shooting) Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that destination. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
  • Page 235 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 236 4. [OK] Date & Time Format You can select the date and time display format. Summer Time/Daylight Savings You can select Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date & Time You can set the date and time. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 237 You must set [Date & Time Setting] on the camera before using it. There may be discrepancies of a few seconds. Precautions/About this camera Depending on the area, it may not function correctly. Contents list Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX200V only) GPS (DSC-HX200V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 238 Precautions/About this camera Depending on the area, [Auto Area ADJ] may not function correctly. In that case, set [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off]. Contents list Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX200V only) GPS (DSC-HX200V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 239 “PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. When the camera is connected to a Sony TV compatible with Video A mode using an HDMI Cable, your TV is automatically set to the picture quality suitable for still images. When the setting of the TV is set to Video, the picture quality is set to that suitable for movies.
  • Page 240 TV are connected by an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Open the connector cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera. Related Topic Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 241: Menu Function

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Before Use Shooting Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) When you use a TV that has “BRAVIA”...
  • Page 242 [CTRL FOR HDMI] [Off]. When the camera is in Easy Mode, SYNC MENU does not appear on the TV. Open the connector cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 243: Viewing 3D Images On A 3D Tv

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D Before Use Shooting Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can view 3D images recorded on the camera in 3D format by connecting the camera to a 3D TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately).
  • Page 244 TV are connected by an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Open the connector cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera. Related Topic 3D Viewing Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 245: Recommended Computer Environment

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using with your computer > Recommended computer environment > Recommended computer environment Before Use Shooting Recommended computer environment Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) The following computer environment is recommended when using the software “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) and “Music Transfer”...
  • Page 246 Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 247 “PlayMemories Home” functions, connect to the Internet and install the “Expanded Feature.” Note Mac does not support “PlayMemories Home.” Use the application bundled with the Mac to play back images. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 248 “Expanded Feature.” For details on “PlayMemories Home”, see (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) or the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Notes Log on as Administrator. Set MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] to [Multi].
  • Page 249 Accessing to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (Windows) 1. Double-click (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop. To start “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” from the Start menu, select [Start] [All Programs] [PlayMemories Home] [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 250: Music Transfer

    (Settings) (Main Settings) Troubleshooting [Download Music], and connect the camera to the computer. For other details, see the help in “Music Transfer”. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic Download Music Empty Music Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 251: Software For Mac

    (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] to [Multi]. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Note The available software varies depending on the area. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 252: Connecting The Camera To The Computer

    When the camera is directly connected to the wall outlet (socket) using the AC Adaptor Contents list (supplied), you can use it without worrying about the batteries running out. Related Topic USB Connect Setting LUN Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 253 PC, it may destroy the image file or playback may become impossible. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the camera’s memory card from a PC. Sony bears no responsibility for the result of operations of this type.
  • Page 254: Deleting The Usb Connection

    Mac computer, and the camera is disconnected from the computer. The disconnect icon may not appear when you use a Windows 7 computer. In this case, you can disconnect the camera from the computer without following the above steps. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 255: Selecting The Method For Creating A Disc Of Movies

    High-definition You can play a high-definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format image quality playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player and a PlayStation 3. You (HD) (AVCHD cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players. disc)
  • Page 256: Creating A Disc With A Device Other Than A Computer

    For details on how to create a disc, refer to the operating instructions of the device you use. If you create a disc using Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), use the memory card slot of the DVD Writer or connect the DVD Writer via USB connection to transfer the data.
  • Page 257: Table Of Contents

    (FX)], it will take time as the image quality must be converted. To save [AVC HD 28M (PS)] or [AVC HD 24M (FX)] movies without converting the image quality, use Blu-ray discs. Disc creation may take time. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 258 Disc creation may take time due to converting the AVCHD movie to standard definition image quality (STD). The PC must be connected to the Internet the first time a DVD-Video disc is created. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 259 To create a Blu-ray disc from movies recorded in [AVC HD 28M (PS)], you need to use device that Troubleshooting is compliant with an AVCHD format Ver. 2.0. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 260: Printing Still Images

    Before you take image data to a shop, always copy (back up) your data. Precautions/About this camera Notes When you print still images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off. Contents list You cannot print panorama images depending on the printer. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 261: If You Have Problems

    Viewing images on a TV 3. Initialize the settings. [Details] 4. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Using with your computer Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal Printing memory, music files may be checked.
  • Page 262: The Power Turns Off Suddenly

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Battery pack and power Before Use Battery pack and power Shooting Viewing Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the battery eject lever is Using MENU items (Viewing) locked.
  • Page 263 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 264: Cannot Record Images

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Shooting still images/movies Before Use Shooting still images/movies Shooting Viewing Cannot record images. Using MENU items (Shooting) If images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera, Using MENU items (Viewing) make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera.
  • Page 265: Cannot Select The Face Detection Function

    You cannot use zoom functions other than optical zoom when: In [Superior Auto] (Background Defocus), (Backlight Correction HDR) or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in the Scene Selection The Smile Shutter is working. [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]. Cannot select the Face Detection function.
  • Page 266: Dots Appear And Remain On The Screen

    The camera may make a rattling sound because the camera iris adjusts the amount of light to be received in accordance with the subject brightness during movie recording. It is not a malfunction. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 267: Viewing Images

    Check whether the connection is correct. [Details] The 3D images do not appear on the TV even though the camera is in [3D Viewing] mode. Check that the TV is set to display the 3D images. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 268 Use “PlayMemories Home” to import the movies with GPS location information to your computer. Excessive error in compass information. Do not place the camera in close proximity to a magnetic source, or a metal. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 269: Cannot Import Images

    Use “PlayMemories Home” to play images stored on a PC with this camera. Use the application bundled with the Mac to play back the images. Register the image in the Image Database File and play in [Date View]. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 270: Memory Card

    Images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera. Troubleshooting Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 271: Internal Memory

    The memory card is full. Copy to a memory card with sufficient capacity. Using with your computer Printing Cannot copy the data on the memory card or the computer to the internal memory. Troubleshooting This feature is not available. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 272: Images Are Printed With Both Edges Cut Off

    The 3D images displayed on the camera are MPO files, but the images to be printed are JPEG files, so in some cases, the images to be printed out are not the same as the ones displayed on the screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 273: The Lens Gets Fogged

    24 hours or more with the power left off. The date or time is incorrect. The Area Setting is set to a different location than your current location. Change the setting by MENU (Settings) [Clock Settings] [Area Setting]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 274 A camera malfunction has occurred. Initialize the camera, then turn the power on again. [Details] E:94: There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.
  • Page 275 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Messages Before Use Messages Shooting Viewing If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings The battery level is low.
  • Page 276 The memory card is locked. Check the tab. You are using the memory card with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. This is a read- only memory card. The camera cannot record or delete images on this memory card.
  • Page 277 Read only folder You have selected a folder that cannot be set as a recording folder on the camera. Select another folder. [Details] File protected Release the protection. [Details] Image size over limit You are playing back an image with size that cannot be played back on the camera. Unable to detect face for retouch You may not be able to retouch the image depending on the image.
  • Page 278 Processing and other editing functions of the camera cannot be performed on image files that have been processed using a computer or images that were recorded with other cameras. Preparing image database file. Please wait. The camera restores the date information, etc., in cases where images have been deleted on a PC, etc.
  • Page 279 You may not be able to receive the image depending on the image. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 280: Situations This Camera Has Difficulty Handling

    Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Situations this camera has difficulty handling > Situations this camera has difficulty handling Before Use Shooting Situations this camera has difficulty handling Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) The camera cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change the shooting mode, Using MENU items (Viewing) then shoot the images again.
  • Page 281 Superior Auto Shooting with the 3D Sweep Panorama function Sweep Multi Angle Scenes changing constantly, such as waterfalls Intelligent Sweep Panorama Superior Auto Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 282 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Precautions Before Use Precautions Shooting Viewing Internal memory and memory card back up Using MENU items (Shooting) On database files Do not use/store the camera in the following places Using MENU items (Viewing) On operating temperatures Changing settings...
  • Page 283 The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera.
  • Page 284 Images may trail across on the screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. Be careful not to bump the movable lens, and be careful not to apply force to it. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 285: On The Internal Rechargeable Backup Battery

    Charging method of the internal rechargeable backup battery Printing Insert a charged battery pack in the camera, and then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 286 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > InfoLITHIUM battery pack Before Use InfoLITHIUM battery pack Shooting Viewing On the InfoLITHIUM battery pack Using MENU items (Shooting) On charging the battery pack Effective use of the battery pack Using MENU items (Viewing) Remaining battery charge Changing settings...
  • Page 287 The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. Compatible battery pack See the User’s Manual that came with the equipment you own to determine whether it is compatible with the NP-FH50 (supplied). Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 288 The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this camera. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Using MENU items (Shooting) Doing so may cause a malfunction. Also, make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the Power/charge lamp of the camera flashes during charging, remove the battery pack being Using MENU items (Viewing) charged, and then insert the same battery pack into the camera securely again.
  • Page 289 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Memory card Before Use Memory card Shooting Viewing Memory card Using MENU items (Shooting) Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) “Memory Stick” media Using MENU items (Viewing) When using a “Memory Stick Duo”...
  • Page 290 Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When the memory card is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operation When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data.
  • Page 291 “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the camera. Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” media within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 292 Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand. Precautions/About this camera Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 293: Number Of Still Images

    When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears. When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 294: Recordable Time Of Movies

    When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 295: Using The Camera Abroad

    Using MENU items (Viewing) Note An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction. Changing settings Back to top Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 296: On Tv Color Systems

    Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, Troubleshooting etc. Precautions/About this camera PAL-M system Contents list Brazil PAL-N system Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 297: Carl Zeiss Lens

    Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany. Using MENU items (Viewing) Back to top Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 298: Avchd Format

    *2 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system. *3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 299 If you do not want to record location and direction information, set [GPS setting] to [Off]. On the other restriction Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation. On the geographic coordinate system The “WGS-84” geographic coordinate system is used. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 300 OBEX Push Client Use the “SCSI” communication protocol above when connecting to a TransferJet-compatible device Printing (sold separately). Or, use the “OBEX” communication protocol when sharing data between cameras. Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 301 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 camera. Establish a Mass Storage connection between the camera and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 302 SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. The OBEX word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Infrared Data Association (IrDA®).

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