Page 1 Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use the camera. For more information about "PlayMemories Mobile," refer to the following website. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ How to use About this camera Before Use Shooting...
Page 2: Troubleshooting
About this camera "PlayMemories Mobile" List of Topics How to use Troubleshooting Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: About This Camera
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 About this camera Names of parts Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 4 Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Before Use Charging the battery pack Supplying power Inserting a memory card Installing "PlayMemories Mobile" Connecting the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi Attaching the camera to a smartphone Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 5 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Shooting Basic shooting method Shooting settings Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 6 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Transferring images taken with the camera Transferring images to the smartphone Transferring images to a computer by USB connection Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 7 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Initializing/Formatting Initializing the settings Formatting a memory card Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 8 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Information that appears on the screen Display panel of the camera Screen of the smartphone Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 9 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Precautions/About this camera Precautions On cleaning Number of still images Recordable time of movies Battery life that can be used Specifications Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 10 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Information Trademarks License Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 11 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 About this camera Power supply Shooting Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 12 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 "PlayMemories Mobile" Wi-Fi connection Shooting/transferring Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 13 Help Guide List of Topics Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 How to use About this camera Names of parts Names of parts Before Use Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Supplying power Supplying power Inserting a memory card Inserting a memory card Installing "PlayMemories Mobile"...
Page 14: Information That Appears On The Screen
Selecting the still image size Selecting the transfer size of the still image White Balance Exposure Mode Aperture Priority Shooting (DSC-QX100 only) Focus Mode (DSC-QX100 only) Review Image Save Options Beep of the camera Transferring images taken with the camera Transferring images to the smartphone Copying/sharing images to an Android smartphone Copying images to an iPhone...
Page 15: Specifications
Recordable time of movies Recordable time of movies Battery life that can be used Battery life and number of images that can be recorded Specifications Specifications (DSC-QX100) Specifications (DSC-QX10) Information Trademarks Trademarks License License Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 16: Playmemories Mobile
I’ve forgotten the password. Where can I find out what it is? Shooting/transferring Why does an image not transfer to a smartphone? Why is the live view image not displayed smoothly on my smartphone? Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 17: Before Use
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Notes on use Before use To make full use of this content, please read the following notes thoroughly. Please note that they are subject to change without prior notice. June 2013 Recommended system environment The following system environments are recommended for displaying this content.
Page 18 Sony may use cookies, web beacons or similar technologies to make statistical analysis of customers’ usage of this content while preserving anonymity. Notes on use 4-477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 19 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Names of parts Names of parts Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 20: Charging The Battery Pack
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charges the battery pack when it is in the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 21: Supplying Power
Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Supplying power Supplying power By supplying power from a computer or AC adaptor (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about the battery charge becoming low. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 22: Inserting A Memory Card
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Inserting a memory card Inserting a memory card You can shoot images after inserting a memory card in the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 23 Install "PlayMemories Mobile" to a smartphone in order to make a Wi-Fi connection with the camera. Installing to an iPhone Install "PlayMemories Mobile" to a smartphone in order to make a Wi-Fi connection with the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 24 Connecting the camera and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone via Wi-Fi Connects the camera and an Android smartphone with one-touch, using NFC functions. Connecting the camera and an iPhone via Wi-Fi Connects the camera and iPhone via Wi-Fi. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 25 Attaching the camera to a smartphone Attaches a smartphone after fixing the camera to the smartphone attachment (supplied). Removing the smartphone attachment (supplied) Removes the smartphone attachment after using the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 26 Scene Recognition The camera automatically recognizes the shooting scene and conditions and makes the appropriate settings for shooting. Icons for recognized scenes and conditions will be displayed on the smartphone. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 27 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Shooting settings Self-Timer You can shoot using the self-timer. Selecting the still image size Selects the still image size to be saved in a memory card that is inserted into the camera. Selecting the transfer size of the still image Selects the size at which the image is transferred to the smartphone when shooting.
Page 28 Beep of the camera You can select the operation sounds of the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 29 Transfer the images in a memory card of the camera to an Android smartphone. Copying images to an iPhone Transfer the images in a memory card of the camera to an iPhone. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 30 Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Transferring images to a computer by USB connection Transferring images to a computer by USB connection Transfer the images in a memory card to a computer by USB connection. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 31: Initializing The Settings
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Initializing the settings Initializing the settings You can initialize the settings to the default setting. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 32: Formatting A Memory Card
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Formatting a memory card Formatting a memory card Formats the memory card in the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 33 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Display panel of the camera Display panel of the camera Describes the icons displayed on the display panel of the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 34 Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Screen of the smartphone Screen of the smartphone Describes the buttons and icons that appear on the screen of a smartphone connected to the camera via Wi- Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 35 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Precautions Precautions Battery pack Charging the battery pack Memory card About adjusting the date and time Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 36 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 On cleaning On cleaning Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 37 How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Number of still images Number of still images Maximum number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card in the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 38 Recordable time of movies Recordable time of movies Approximate maximum movie times (total of all movie files) that can be recorded on a memory card in the camera. (h (hour), m (minute)) Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 39 Battery life that can be used Battery life and number of images that can be recorded The battery life of use/number of images which can be recorded with the charged battery (supplied). Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 40 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Specifications Specifications (DSC-QX100) Specifications (DSC-QX10) Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 41 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Trademarks Trademarks Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 42 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 License License Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 43 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Power supply Why doesn’t the camera charge? Why the power lamp flashing green? Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 44 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Shooting Why can't I record images? Why can't I record movies? Why can't I activate Digital zoom? Why can't I use one-touch AF? Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 45 Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Wi-Fi connection Why can't I connect via Wi-Fi? Why can't I connect with NFC? I’ve forgotten the password. Where can I find out what it is? Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 46 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Shooting/transferring Why does an image not transfer to a smartphone? Why is the live view image not displayed smoothly on my smartphone? Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 47 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Names of parts DSC-QX10 DSC-QX100...
Page 48 1. Display panel :Indicates memory card not inserted :Indicates remaining battery capacity 2. Removal lever 3. Hook for strap 4. Power button (N Mark) Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology.
Page 49: Notes On Use
Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 50 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Charging the battery pack Charges the battery pack when it is in the camera. 1. Turn off the power of the camera. 2. Insert the battery pack in the camera. 3. Connect the multi terminal of the camera to a USB port of your computer, using the micro USB cable (supplied).
Page 51: Charging Time (Full Charge)
When the Charge lamp flashes and charging is not finished, remove and re-insert the battery pack. Related Topic Charging the battery pack Battery life and number of images that can be recorded Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 52 The battery remaining indicator on the display panel of the camera will disappear. While the camera is turned off, the battery pack is charged. No power is supplied to the camera if the battery is not inserted. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 53 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Inserting a memory card You can shoot images after inserting a memory card in the camera. 1. Open the cover and insert a microSD memory card or "Memory Stick Micro" (M2) media. DSC-QX10 microSD memory card "Memory Stick Micro"...
Page 54 (indicates memory card not inserted) appears on the display panel of the camera, or the power lamp flashes red, the memory card is inserted upside down or the other way around. Insert it in the correct direction. Related Topic Memory card Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 55 Hint For more information, refer to the following website. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Related Topic Connecting the camera and an Android smartphone via Wi-Fi Connecting the camera and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone via Wi-Fi Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 56 Operation methods and display screens for a smartphone or PlayMemories Mobile are subject to change without notice by future upgrades. Hint For more information, refer to the following website. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Related Topic Connecting the camera and an iPhone via Wi-Fi Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 57 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Connecting the camera and an Android smartphone via Wi-Fi Connects the camera and Android via Wi-Fi. 1. Turn on the power of the camera. A: Power button 2. Start "PlayMemories Mobile" on the smartphone. 3.
Page 58 4. Input the password, as printed on the same label (first time only). Related Topic Installing to an Android smartphone Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 59 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Connecting the camera and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone via Wi-Fi Connects the camera and an Android smartphone with one-touch, using NFC functions. 1. Turn on the power of the camera. A: Power button 2.
Page 60 "PlayMemories Mobile" against the N mark of the camera, the smartphone’s browser will start and display the "PlayMemories Mobile" download page of the application store. Related Topic Connecting the camera and an Android smartphone via Wi-Fi Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 61 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Connecting the camera and an iPhone via Wi-Fi Connects the camera and iPhone via Wi-Fi. 1. Turn on the power of the camera. A: Power button 2. On the smartphone, select [Settings]. 3.
Page 62 4. Select the SSID, as printed on the inside of the camera’s battery cover or on the cover of the manual. 5. Input the password, as printed on the same label (first time only). 6. Confirm the connection to the SSID of the camera.
Page 63 To terminate the Wi-Fi connection, make sure you do not only terminate "PlayMemories Mobile" but also turn off the power of the camera. If you terminate "PlayMemories Mobile" only, the Wi-Fi connection remains. Related Topic Installing to an iPhone Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 64 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Attaching the camera to a smartphone Attaches a smartphone after fixing the camera to the smartphone attachment (supplied). 1. Fix the camera to the attachment. Align the index (-) of the camera with the index (-) of the attachment, then rotate the attachment until its LOCK position aligns with the index (-) of the camera.
Page 65 Make sure no fingers are caught when the smartphone is attached. Do not swing the camera around with a smartphone attached to it, as the smartphone may slip out of the attachment. Related Topic Removing the smartphone attachment (supplied) Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 66 Removing the smartphone attachment (supplied) Removes the smartphone attachment after using the camera. 1. Slide the removal lever to the lens side and rotate the attachment. Related Topic Attaching the camera to a smartphone Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 67 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Shooting still images Shoots still images. In the default setting, [2M] images are transmitted automatically to the smartphone, and a review screen is displayed on the smartphone. Images set in [Still Image Size] are saved into the memory card of the camera.
Page 69 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Shooting movies Shoots MP4 movies. 1. Confirm that the memory card is inserted in the camera. 2. Connect the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi. 3. Orient the smartphone as illustrated. 4.
Page 70 If you shoot a movie with the camera rotated from the position set up in step 3, the recorded movie may be displayed inclined. Related Topic Inserting a memory card Copying/sharing images to an Android smartphone Copying images to an iPhone Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 71 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Zooming Shoots enlarged images with zoom. DSC-QX10 can zoom images up to 10×, and DSC-QX100 can zoom up to 3.6×. 1. Connect the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi. 2. Zoom with the zoom lever of the camera or the zoom button of the smartphone. Hint When [Focus Mode] is set to [AF-S] or [AF-C], you can also zoom by turning the control ring (DSC- QX100 only).
Page 73 While using one-touch AF, only the shutter button is effective. If you would like to perform other operations, cancel one-touch AF. One-touch AF is released if either of the following operations is performed: Shooting still images Zooming Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 74 (Move (Dark)) are recognized. Note Scene Recognition is effective only when [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] is set. These scenes may not be recognized depending on the situation. Related Topic Exposure Mode Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 75 If you press the shutter button of the camera, the self-timer is canceled. Note You cannot record movies using the self-timer. If you use the shutter button of "PlayMemories Mobile" in step 3, this button cannot be used to cancel the self-timer. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Menu Items
Menu items DSC-QX100: 3:2 20M/3:2 5M/16:9 17M/16:9 4.2M/4:3 18M (Default setting)/4:3 5M/1:1 13M/1:1 3.7M DSC-QX10: 4:3 18M (Default setting)/4:3 5M/16:9 13M/16:9 2M Related Topic Selecting the transfer size of the still image Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 77 Menu items 2M (Default setting): Reduces the size to [2M] for transfer. Original: Keeps the original recorded size. Related Topic Selecting the still image size Review Image Save Options Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 78 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 White Balance Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. 1. Connect the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi, then touch (Settings). The setting screen is displayed. 2. [White Balance] desired mode Menu items (Auto WB)(Default setting): Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear...
Page 80 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Adjusts the exposure manually. 1. Connect the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi, then touch the exposure compensation value and select the desired value. DSC-QX100: Adjusts the exposure manually in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. DSC-QX10: Adjusts the exposure manually in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.
Page 81: Exposure Mode
Exposure Mode Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 82 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Exposure Mode You can select the Exposure Mode based on condition and objective. 1. Connect the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi, then touch (Exposure Mode). Exposure Mode selecting screen is displayed. 2.
Page 84 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Aperture Priority Shooting (DSC-QX100 only) You can adjust the focus range or degree of background defocus by manually setting the aperture (F value). 1. Connect the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi, then set the Exposure Mode to A (Aperture Priority Shooting).
Page 86 AF-C: Continues to focus on a moving subject. You can select AF-C only when recording movies. MF: Turns the control ring to adjust the focus manually. Note The zoom operation works by turning the control ring when AF-S or AF-C is selected. Related Topic Zooming Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 87 On (Default setting): Displays a review image. 2sec: Displays a review image for 2 seconds. Off: Does not display a review image. Related Topic Save Options Selecting the transfer size of the still image Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 88 Menu items On (Default setting): Saves images reviewed on the smartphone. Off: Does not save images reviewed on the smartphone. Related Topic Review Image Selecting the transfer size of the still image Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 89 Shutter: Turns on the shutter sound only when you press the shutter button. On (Default setting): Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you operate shooting/press the shutter button. Off: Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 90 5. Touch [Copy]. Hint Touch to return to shooting standby. You can upload images to the network service by pressing [Share]. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 91 Note If you are using iOS 6 or later and cannot copy images, set to permit access from "PlayMemories Mobile" with [Settings] [Privacy] [Photos]. Hint Touch to return to shooting standby. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 93 2. Connect the multi terminal of the camera to a USB port of your computer, using the micro USB cable (supplied). Note When the camera is connected in Mass Storage mode, you cannot connect via Wi-Fi. Hint Download the image management software "PlayMemories Home" from the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pm/ Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 95 1. Turn on the power of the camera. 2. Press the RESET button of the camera. Note The camera restarts when the RESET button is pressed. Related Topic Names of parts Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 96 Formats the memory card in the camera. 1. Connect the camera and the smartphone via Wi-Fi, then touch (Settings). The setting screen is displayed. 2. [Format] [OK] Note Formatting will delete all data, which cannot be restored. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 The terminals of the memory card are dirty. The memory card is damaged. The memory card is inserted in the wrong direction. 2. Battery remaining indicator The indicator moves to the right as battery power is depleted. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 98 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Screen of the smartphone Describes the buttons and icons that appear on the screen of a smartphone connected to the camera via Wi-Fi. 1. Switching exposure modes 2. Scene Recognition 3. Self-Timer 4.
Page 99 The display screen or operating method for the application is subject to change without notice by future upgrades. Related Topic Zooming Scene Recognition Self-Timer Selecting the still image size White Balance Exposure Mode Focus Mode (DSC-QX100 only) Number of still images Recordable time of movies Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 100: On Database Files
Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. On a genuine Sony accessories If you use except for a genuine Sony accessories, it may cause a mulfunction.
Page 101 The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standards established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Sony does not guarantee that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera. Notes on the lens Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.
Page 103: Compatible Battery Pack
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Battery pack Compatible battery pack The NP-BN (supplied) or NP-BN1 (sold separately) can be used with the camera. On charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for the first time. You can charge the battery pack even if it is not completely discharged.
Page 104 The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 105 When the temperature returns to the appropriate range, charging resumes the Charge lamp lights up again. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 106: Memory Card
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Memory card Memory card Memory card can be used in the camera is listed below. (A): microSD memory card microSDHC memory card microSDXC memory card (B): "Memory Stick Micro" media "Memory Stick Micro" (Mark2) media In this manual, memory cards in group (A) are referred to as microSD memory card, and in group (B), "Memory Stick Micro"...
Page 107: Memory Stick Media
"Memory Stick Micro" (Mark2) media Above are “Memory Stick Micro” media with MagicGate. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 "PlayMemories Mobile" starts up. Note If you remove the battery, the date and time information on the camera will be reset. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 109: Cleaning The Lens
Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand. Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 110 4 GB: 590 8 GB: 1200 16 GB: 2400 32 GB: 4800 64 GB: 9600 Note Even if the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 16 GB: 2 h 45 m 32 GB: 5 h 30 m 64 GB: 11 h 5 m Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 25 minutes (limited by the 2 GB file size restriction). Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 112 The number of images is when shooting under the following conditions: Using Sony microSD memory card (sold separately). Temperature of 25°C. The number of still images that can be recorded is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions.
Page 113 Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Specifications (DSC-QX100) System Image device: 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm (1.0 type) Exmor R CMOS sensor Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 20.9 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 20.2 Megapixels Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 3.6×...
Page 114: Wireless Lan
Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V Maximum charge current: 0.9 A Capacity: typical: 2.3 Wh (630 mAh) minimum: 2.2 Wh (600 mAh) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 115 Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 18.9 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 18.2 Megapixels Lens: Sony G 10× zoom lens, f = 4.45 mm – 44.5 mm (25 mm – 250 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.3 (W) – F5.9 (T) While shooting movies (16:9): 27.5 mm –...
Page 116 Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V Maximum charge current: 0.9 A Capacity: typical: 2.3 Wh (630 mAh) minimum: 2.2 Wh (600 mAh) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 117 SD-3C, LLC. " " and "PlayStation" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Android, Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi PROTECTED SET-UP are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Page 118: Notes On The License
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. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 120 1. Connect the micro USB cable (supplied) to the multi terminal of the camera. 2. Connect the micro USB cable to the AC adaptor. 3. Connect the AC adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 121 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Why the power lamp flashing green? Battery power is insufficient. Charge the battery. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 122 The memory card may not be recognized correctly if it is inserted at a slant, or in the wrong direction. Remove it once, confirm the orientation of the memory card, and insert it correctly. Related Topic Inserting a memory card Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 123 Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Why can't I record movies? Images cannot be recorded if a memory card is not inserted in the camera. Insert a memory card. Related Topic Inserting a memory card Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 124 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Why can't I activate Digital zoom? There is no digital zoom function in the camera. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 125 One-touch AF may not react near the outer edge of the screen. Focusing on a subject with low contrast may not be possible. Related Topic Adjusting auto focus (AF) with a one-touch Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 126 Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-QX10/QX100 Why can't I connect via Wi-Fi? Install the newest "PlayMemories Mobile" from below website. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 127 "PlayMemories Mobile" starts up. If the smartphone is in a case, remove the case. Check that the NFC function of the smartphone is enabled. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the smartphone. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 128 The SSID and password are printed on the inside of the camera’s battery cover or on the cover of the manual. Connect the camera and a computer with the micro USB cable (supplied), then select [Computer] [PMHOME] [WIFI_INF.TXT] of [INFO]. The SSID and password are also displayed. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 129 [Copy from Connected Device], then select images to transfer to the smartphone. If you are using iOS 6 or later and cannot copy images, set to permit access from "PlayMemories Mobile" with [Settings] [Privacy] [Photos]. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 130 DSC-QX10/QX100 Why is the live view image not displayed smoothly on my smartphone? Depending on the performance of the smartphone, or the reception environment, the image may not be displayed smoothly. Notes on use 4 -477-311-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

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