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Sony ILCE-6000 Help Manual

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Help Guide: Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
How to Use

Before Use

Names of parts

Identifying parts [1]
Identifying parts Lens E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-6000L/ILCE-
6000Y) [2]
Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-6000Y) [3]

Icons and indicators

List of icons on the screen [4]
List of focus range finder frames [5]

Using the strap

Using the shoulder strap [6]
Attaching the eyepiece cup
Attaching the eyepiece cup [7]

Adjusting the viewfinder

Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) [8]
In-Camera guide
ILCE-6000

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  • Page 1: Before Use

    ILCE-6000 Help Guide: Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts [1] Identifying parts Lens E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-6000L/ILCE- 6000Y) [2] Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-6000Y) [3]...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    About the [In-Camera Guide] [9] About the shooting advice [10] Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel [11] Using MENU items [12] Using the Fn (Function) button [13] Using the “Quick Navi” Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [15] Shooting movies [16] Selecting a shooting mode...

  • Page 3: Using Shooting Functions

    Movie [30] Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom [31] The zoom features available with this product [32] Zoom Setting [33] About zoom scale [34] Using the flash Using flash Flash Mode [36] Flash Comp. [37] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [38] DISP Button (Finder) [39] DISP Button (Monitor) [40]...
  • Page 4 Focus-lock [49] Manual Focus [50] Direct manual focus (DMF) [51] MF Assist (still image) [52] Focus Magnifier [53] Focus Magnif. Time [54] Peaking Level [55] Peaking Color [56] Lock-on AF [57] Using Lock-on AF [58] Pre-AF (still image) [59] Eye-Start AF (still image) [60] AF/MF control [61] AF Illuminator (still image) [62] AF Micro Adj.
  • Page 5 Dial/Wheel Ev Comp [79] Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode [80] Cont. Shooting [81] Self-timer [82] Self-timer(Cont) [83] Cont. Bracket [84] Single Bracket [85] WB bracket [86] DRO Bracket [87] Bracket order [88] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [89] Multi Frame NR [90] Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt.

  • Page 6: White

    Record Setting (movie) [98] Audio Recording [99] Wind Noise Reduct. [100] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [101] MOVIE Button [102] Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [103] Function Menu Set. [104] Custom Key Settings [105] Function of the AEL button [106] Function of the Custom button [107] Function of the center button [108] Function of the left button [109]...

  • Page 7: Viewing Still Images

    Auto Review [126] Live View Display [127] FINDER/MONITOR [128] Release w/o Lens [129] e-Front Curtain Shut. [130] S. Auto Img. Extract. [131] Shading Comp. [132] Chro. Aber. Comp. [133] Distortion Comp. [134] Dial / Wheel Lock [135] Aperture Preview [136] Shot.

  • Page 8: Using Viewing Functions

    Specify Printing [146] Using viewing functions View Mode [147] Display Rotation [148] Slide Show [149] Rotate [150] Protect [151] 4K Still Image PB [152] Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV [153] Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV [154] Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness [155]...

  • Page 9: Connecting This Product And A Smartphone

    HDMI Resolution [169] CTRL FOR HDMI [170] HDMI Info. Display [171] USB Connection [172] USB LUN Setting [173] Language [174] Date/Time Setup [175] Area Setting [176] Format [177] File Number [178] Select REC Folder [179] New Folder [180] Folder Name [181] Recover Image DB [182] Display Media Info.

  • Page 10: Transferring Images To A Smartphone

    Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [193] Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) [194] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [195] Transferring images to a TV View on TV [196] Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Airplane Mode [197] WPS Push [198] Access Point Set.

  • Page 11: Managing The Applications

    Launching the downloaded application [209] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [210] Changing the order of applications [211] Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [212] Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment [213] Using the software PlayMemories Home [214] Installing PlayMemories Home [215] Software for Mac computers [216] “Image Data Converter”...

  • Page 12: Cleaning This Product

    Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [228] Creating Blu-ray Discs [229] Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions [230] On the internal rechargeable battery [231] Notes on the battery pack [232] Charging the battery pack [233] Memory card [234] Cleaning this product On cleaning [235] Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies...

  • Page 13: Focus

    Trademarks Trademarks [247] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [248] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [249] You cannot turn on the product. [250] The power turns off suddenly. [251] The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level.

  • Page 14: Picture

    Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [262] The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [263] The date and time are recorded incorrectly. [264] The aperture value and/or shutter speed and/or metering indicator flashes. The image colors are not correct.

  • Page 15: Memory Cards

    You cannot use One-Touch connection (NFC). [289] Computers The computer does not recognize this product. [290] You cannot import images. [291] The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. [292] Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [293] Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake.

  • Page 16: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling

    Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [306] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts When the lens is removed 1. Shutter button 2. C1 (Custom 1) button 3.
  • Page 17 For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe. Operations with other...
  • Page 18 1. Eye sensor 2. Viewfinder 3. Eyepiece cup Not attached to the camera at the factory. It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder. Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup Match the bottom side of the eyepiece cup to the viewfinder, and attach it by pushing the top side of the eyepiece cup in.
  • Page 19 the viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust the dial. (Flash pop-up) button 7. MENU button 8. For shooting: AEL button For viewing: Playback zoom 9. MOVIE (Movie) button 10. For shooting: Fn (Function) button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing the...
  • Page 20 cover as shown below. Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. 3. Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. 4.

  • Page 21: List Of Icons On The Screen

    [3] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-6000Y) 1. Focusing ring 2. Zooming ring 3. Focal-length scale 4. Focal-length index 5. Lens contacts* 6. Mounting index Do not touch this part directly. [4] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators...

  • Page 22: Scene

    List of viewing mode icons P P* A S M Shooting mode Memory number Memory card/Uploading status Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection Remaining number Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 20M / 12M / 10M / 6.0M / 5.1M Image size of still images Image quality of still images...
  • Page 23 Frame rate of movies Recording settings of movies NFC is activated Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator Auto Object Framing SteadyShot Remote controller Camera-shake warning Airplane Mode No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduction Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error Setting Effect OFF...

  • Page 24: Drive

    Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Spot metering area View Mode 100-0003 Folder - file number Recording format of movies Protect DPOF DPOF set Drive Mode Metering mode Flash mode/Red-eye reduction ±0.0 Flash compensation Focus mode 7500K A5 G5 White balance Focus area D-Range Opt./Auto HDR...

  • Page 25: Manual

    Smile/Face Detect. ±3 ±3 ±3 Creative Style Lock-on AF Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator Lock-on AF Guide display for Lock-on AF REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Function of the control wheel Function of the control dial Focus 1/250 Shutter speed...

  • Page 26: List Of Focus Range Finder Frames

    AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2014-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode [5] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators List of focus range finder frames The focus range finder frame differs as follows depending on the shooting mode.

  • Page 27: Using The Shoulder Strap

    When using focal plane phase detection AF mode When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], and if you aim at a moving subject, the focus range finder frame may be displayed as above. When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor When [ AF Illuminator] is set to [Auto], and [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], an AF...
  • Page 28 [7] How to Use Before Use Attaching the eyepiece cup Attaching the eyepiece cup It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder. 1. Match the bottom side of the eyepiece cup to the viewfinder, and attach it by pushing the top side of the eyepiece cup in.

  • Page 29: About The Shooting

    [8] How to Use Before Use Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust the dial.

  • Page 30: Using Menu

    You can scroll the screen by pressing the up/down side of the control wheel. Hint To view all the shooting advice, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shooting Tip List]. [11] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel.

  • Page 31: Using The Fn (Function)

    2. Select the desired MENU item using the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press in the center of the control wheel. The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu] setting.
  • Page 32 You can recall functions when shooting images. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button. 1. Press the Fn (Function) button in shooting mode. 2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel.
  • Page 33 [14] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the “Quick Navi” You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen when using the viewfinder. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button on the control wheel repeatedly until the screen is set to [For viewfinder].

  • Page 34: Shooting Still Images

    Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 3, then press on the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow the operating guides (A) to perform the settings. [15] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images...

  • Page 35: Focus Indicator

    4. Press the shutter button fully down. Focus indicator lights: Image is in the focus. flashes: The focusing has failed. lights: Image is in the focus. The focused position will change to suit the motion of the subject. lights: The focusing is in progress. Hint When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound.

  • Page 36: Intelligent

    To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie). 2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the product operating will be recorded.

  • Page 37: Sweep Panorama

    Allows you to shoot still images in higher quality than with Intelligent Auto mode. P (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)). Also you can select various settings using the menu. A (Aperture Priority): Allows you to adjust the aperture and shoot when you want to blur the background, etc.

  • Page 38: Superior

    Note The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize these scenes under some shooting conditions. [19] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically.

  • Page 39: About Scene

    When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the product cannot create a composite image. [20] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode About Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode. This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.

  • Page 40: Program

    P (Program Auto): Select this mode to shoot with various functions other than the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) adjusted. Note In [Intelligent Auto] mode, you may not be able to shoot dark scenes or back-lit subjects clearly. In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the product creates a composite image.
  • Page 41 [23] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. 1. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2. Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the focus and brightness. 3.

  • Page 42: Scene Selection

    (B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time.
  • Page 43 have changed the position of the mode dial. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly. Sports Action: Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The product shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed.

  • Page 44: Night Portrait

    Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash.

  • Page 45: Shutter Priority

    Subjects with erratic movement. Subjects that are too close to the product. Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, a beach, or a lawn. Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting.

  • Page 46: Aperture Priority

    image of the movement of the subject is captured to create a more natural and dynamic image. [26] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background.
  • Page 47 1. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure). 2. Select the desired shutter speed by turning the control wheel. Select the desired aperture value by turning the control dial. When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO], use MM (Metered Manual) to check the exposure value.

  • Page 48: Multi Frame

    Since the shutter speed becomes slow and the camera-shake tends to occur more easily, it is recommended that you use a tripod. The longer the exposure time, the more noise will be visible on the image. After shooting, noise reduction will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open.

  • Page 49: Program Auto

    [30] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Movie You can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for recording movies. You can also check the image angle before shooting. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie).

  • Page 50: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    About [Zoom] on the camera When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can use the zoom on the camera side. When a Power zoom lens is mounted: If the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded when you operate the zoom lever or zoom ring, the camera automatically switches over to the camera side zoom.

  • Page 51: Zoom Setting

    Size] to [M] or [S]. Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations: [Sweep Panorama] [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter] Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies. When a motor zoom lens is mounted, you cannot use [Zoom] from MENU.

  • Page 52: About Zoom Scale

    About zoom scale The zoom scale that is used in combination with the zoom of the lens changes according to the selected image size. When [ Aspect Ratio] is [3:2] [Zoom Setting]: [Optical zoom only (Smart zoom)] Image Size]: L -, M 1.4×, S 2× [Zoom Setting]: [On:ClearImage Zoom] Image Size]: L 2×, M 2.8×, S 4×...

  • Page 53: Flash Mode

    Note You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light When an external flash (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority over the setting of the product. You cannot use the product’s internal flash.

  • Page 54: Slow Sync

    Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed. Rear Sync.: The flash works right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter. Rear sync shooting allows you to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such as a moving car or a walking person.

  • Page 55: Switching The Screen Display (Shooting)

    [38] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) You can change the display contents on the screen. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes as follows: Graphic Display →...

  • Page 56: Disp Button (Finder)

    For viewfinder* * [For viewfinder] is not displayed in viewfinder mode. Some display modes are not available in the default settings. To change the display modes, press MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. In movie mode, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed.

  • Page 57: Graphic Display

    Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value. Display All Info.: Shows recording information. No Disp. Info.: Does not show recording information. Histogram: Displays the luminance distribution graphically. [40] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode DISP Button (Monitor) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the monitor using...

  • Page 58: Image Size (Still Image)

    Image Size (still image) The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Image Size] →...

  • Page 59: Panorama: Size

    [43] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image) Selects the compression format of still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details RAW: File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) Digital processing is not performed on this file format.

  • Page 60: Panorama: Direction

    1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Size] → desired setting. Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 [45] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction...

  • Page 61: Manual Focus

    Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus when the focus adjustment is achieved. Use [Single-shot AF] when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF) (default setting): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the product locks the focus when it determines that the subject is motionless, or continues to focus when the subject is in motion.

  • Page 62: Focal Plane Phase Detection Af

    AF might not function unless you update the lens. For details on applicable lenses, refer to the support page: http://www.sony.co.jp/DSLR/support/ When you attach an A-mount lens (sold separately) with the Mount Adaptor (sold separately), you cannot use the focal plane phase detection AF of this product.
  • Page 63 [49] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus-lock Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Mode] → [Single-shot AF]. 2. Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down. The focus is locked.
  • Page 64 [51] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after the focus is locked. You can quickly focus on a subject rather than using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in cases such as macro shooting.

  • Page 65: Focus Magnif

    You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. MF Assist] is available only when E-mount lens is attached. [53] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1.

  • Page 66: Peaking

    5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. [55] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting.

  • Page 67: Lock-On

    Sets the color used for the peaking function in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white.
  • Page 68 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Lock-on AF] → [On] or [On (Start w/shutter)]. 2. Follow the instructions below. If you select [On]: (1) If the target frame (A) is displayed, align the frame onto the subject to be tracked, and press in the center.

  • Page 69: Af/Mf

    The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 70 without changing your holding position. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → button to be assigned → [AF/MF Control Hold] or [AF/MF Ctrl Toggle]. Menu item details AF/MF Control Hold: Switches the focusing mode while the button is held down. AF/MF Ctrl Toggle: Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again.

  • Page 71: Af Micro Adj

    [±0], or reset the values of all the lenses using [Clear]. Use [AF Micro Adj.] with Sony, Minolta, and Konica-Minolta lenses only. If you use [AF Micro Adj.] with other brands of lenses, the registered value may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.

  • Page 72: Disp. Cont. Af

    Disp. cont. AF area You can set whether or not to display the focus area that is in focus when [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone] and [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Disp. cont. AF area] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Displays the focus area that is in focus.
  • Page 73 [66] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF On You can focus using any key instead of pressing the shutter button halfway down. The settings for [Focus Mode] will be applied. 1. Select the desired key and assign the [AF On] function to it using MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
  • Page 74 When the camera focuses on the eyes and [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On], a detection frame is displayed on the face after it is displayed on the eyes. When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], a detection frame is displayed on the eyes for a certain time. [68] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus...

  • Page 75: Measuring The Exact Distance To The

    Sets the AF Track Duration to normal. This mode is useful when you want to keep the focus on a certain subject when there are some obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. [70] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Measuring the exact distance to the subject...

  • Page 76: Metering Mode

    Note You can adjust the exposure in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies. If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. Only a value between –3.0 EV and +3.0 EV with the equivalent image brightness appears on the screen when shooting.
  • Page 77 [73] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure AE lock When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock the exposure before shooting.

  • Page 78: Cont

    Menu item details Auto (default setting): Fixes the exposure after adjusting the focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway down when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF]. When [Focus Mode] is set to [Automatic AF], and the product determines that the subject is moving, or you shoot burst images, the fixed exposure is cancelled.

  • Page 79: Exposure Set

    [76] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Zebra The zebra pattern will appear over the part of an image if the brightness level exceeds the IRE that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness. 1.

  • Page 80: Dial/Wheel Ev

    You can set the setting range for the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV (default setting)/0.5EV [79] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Dial/Wheel Ev Comp You can adjust the exposure compensation using the control dial or the control wheel.

  • Page 81: Single

    You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Single Shooting (default setting): Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer: Shoots an image after 10 or 2 seconds.
  • Page 82 Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 2.5 images per second. Hint To hold the focus and exposure during burst, change the following settings. The exposure of the first shot is determined when you press the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 83 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details Self-timer(Cont.): 10 Sec. 3 Img. (default setting): Shoots three frames in succession 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates after 10 seconds.

  • Page 84: Single Bracket

    Cont. Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.7EV 5 Image: This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV.
  • Page 85 Menu item details Single Bracket: 0.3EV 3 Image (default setting): This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Single Bracket: 0.3EV 5 Image: This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV.

  • Page 86: Dro Bracket

    shooting/Self-timer) WB bracket Shoots three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings of white balance, color temperature and color filter. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [WB bracket]. 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details White Balance Bracket: Lo (default setting): Records a series of three images with small changes in the white balance.

  • Page 87: Multi Frame Nr

    The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. [88] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Bracket order You can set the shooting order for exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
  • Page 88 Note [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. When shooting movies, ISO values between ISO 100 and ISO 12800 are available. If the ISO value is set to larger value than ISO 12800, the setting is automatically switched to ISO 12800.

  • Page 89: Auto Hdr

    Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum]. The settings [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] are also applied when shooting in [ISO AUTO] mode under [Multi Frame NR]. [91] How to Use Using shooting functions Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt. (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation.

  • Page 90: White Balance

    image are recorded. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [Auto HDR]. 2. Select the desired setting using the left/right side of the control wheel. Menu item details Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. Auto (default setting): Corrects the exposure difference automatically. Auto HDR: Exposure Diff.

  • Page 91: Custom Setup

    Menu item details Auto (default setting): The product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones. Daylight: The color tones are adjusted for the daylight. Shade: The color tones are adjusted for shadiness. Cloudy: The color temperature is adjusted for a cloudy sky. Incandescent: The color temperature is adjusted for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio.

  • Page 92: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup]

    screen appears to allow you perform fine adjustments as required. Note [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [94] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness.

  • Page 93: Soft Focus

    Off (default setting): Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness. Pop Color: Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Posterization: Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white.

  • Page 94: Creative Style

    [Partial Color] [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product processes the image after the shot.

  • Page 95: Night Scene

    Vivid: The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. Neutral: The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer.
  • Page 96 the bigger the effect on the image. Saturation: The higher the value selected, the more vivid the color. When a lower value is selected, the color of the image is restrained and subdued. Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness. The higher the value selected, the more the contours are accentuated, and the lower the value selected, the more the contours are softened.

  • Page 97: Record Setting (Movie)

    [98] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit- rate, the higher the image quality. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Record Setting] →...

  • Page 98: Audio Recording

    24p 24M(FX)*: 25p 24M(FX)**: Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Bit-rate: Maximum 24 Mbps 24p 17M(FH)*: 25p 17M(FH)**: Records standard image quality movies of 1920× 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere.

  • Page 99: Wind Noise Reduct

    Menu item details On (default setting): Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. Note The noise of the lens and the product in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected. [100] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Wind Noise Reduct.

  • Page 100: Movie Button

    Menu item details On (default setting): Uses [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The shutter speed automatically slows when recording in dark locations. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations. Off: Does not use [ Auto Slow Shut.].

  • Page 101: Function Menu Set

    2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Memory] → desired number. Items that can be registered Shooting mode Aperture (F number) Shutter speed Camera Settings To recall registered settings Set the mode dial to MR, then press the right/left side of the control wheel or turn the control wheel to select the desired memory number.

  • Page 102: Function Of The Ael Button

    1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → set a function to the desired key. Note Some functions cannot be assigned to certain keys. [106] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the AEL button Once you assign a function to the AEL button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the AEL button when the shooting information screen is displayed.

  • Page 103: Function Of The Left Button

    Once you assign a function to the center button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the center button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Center Button] → desired setting.

  • Page 104: Photo Creativity

    convenient use Function of the down button Once you assign a function to the down button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the down button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Down Button] → desired setting.

  • Page 105: Smile/Face Detect

    Auto), you can change the settings easily and shoot images. 1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior Auto). 2. Press (Photo Creativity) on the control wheel. 3. Select the item to be changed using the control wheel. (Bkground Defocus): Adjusts the blurring of the background.

  • Page 106: Smile Shutter

    Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function. On (Regist.

  • Page 107: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)

    When the [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter], you can select the Smile Detection Sensitivity from [On: Slight Smile], [On: Normal Smile] and [On: Big Smile]. Note You cannot use [Face Detection] with the following functions: When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected.

  • Page 108: Face Registration (Delete)

    2. Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3. When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter]. Note Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc.

  • Page 109: Red Eye Reduction

    [119] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting. Menu item details The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.

  • Page 110: Long Exposure Nr (Still Image)

    screen. Menu item details Off: Does not trim images. Auto (default setting): Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition. Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. [121] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product SteadyShot Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function.

  • Page 111: High Iso Nr (Still Image)

    reduction is turned on for the duration that the shutter is open. With the function turned on, the grainy noise typical of long exposures is reduced. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Long Exposure NR] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is open.

  • Page 112: Grid Line

    The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Color Space] → desired setting. Menu item details sRGB (default setting): This is the standard color space of the digital camera.

  • Page 113: Auto Review

    Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off (default setting): Does not display the grid line. [126] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the display time for Auto Review.
  • Page 114 Setting Effect ON (default setting): Displays Live View in conditions close to what your picture will look like as a result of applying all your settings. This setting is useful when you want to shoot pictures while checking the results of the shot on the Live View screen. Setting Effect OFF: Shows Live View without the effects of exposure compensation, white balance, [Creative Style], or [Picture Effect].

  • Page 115: Release W/O Lens

    [129] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens is attached. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Release w/o Lens] → desired setting. Menu item details Enable: Releases the shutter when no lens is attached.

  • Page 116: Shading Comp

    When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large diameter lens attached, the ghosting of a blurred area may occur, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. In such cases, set this function to [Off]. When a lens made by another manufacturer (including a Minolta/Konica-Minolta lens) is used, set this item to [Off].

  • Page 117: Chro. Aber. Comp

    Auto (default setting): Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Off: Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note The [Shading Comp.] function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. The amount of light around the edges may not be corrected, depending on the lens type. [133] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...

  • Page 118: Dial / Wheel Lock

    Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Off (default setting): Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note The [Distortion Comp.] function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off].

  • Page 119: Playing Back Images

    shooting. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → set the [Aperture Preview] function to the desired key. 2. Confirm the image by pressing the key to which [Aperture Preview] was assigned. Hint Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture.

  • Page 120: Playback Zoom

    Plays back the recorded images. 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2. Select the image with the control wheel. Hint The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images.

  • Page 121: Deleting A Displayed Image

    To change the number of images to be displayed MENU → (Playback) → [Image Index] → desired setting. Menu item details 12 Images (default setting)/30 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel. Displaying a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel, then press the top/bottom side of the control wheel.

  • Page 122: Deleting Multiple Selected Images

    You can delete an image displayed. 1. Display the image you want to delete. 2. Press the (Delete) button. 3. Select [Delete] using the control wheel, then press on the center of the control wheel. [143] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple selected images.

  • Page 123: Playing Back Panoramic Images

    1. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select the movie to be played back using the control wheel. 3. To play back movies, press on the center. Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottom side of the control wheel.

  • Page 124: Specify Printing

    To pause playback, press on the center again. To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU key. Note Panoramic images shot using other product may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. [146] How to Use Viewing Printing...

  • Page 125: View Mode

    You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: Movies RAW images [147] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions View Mode Sets the View Mode (image display method). 1. MENU → (Playback) → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date.

  • Page 126: Slide Show

    [149] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Slide Show Automatically plays back images continuously. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. 2. Select [Enter]. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] (default setting), in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once.

  • Page 127: K Still Image Pb

    Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. [151] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Protect...

  • Page 128: Viewing Images On An Hd Tv

    Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 1. Turn off this product and the TV. 2. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 3.
  • Page 129 Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD- compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.

  • Page 130: Viewing Images On A "Bravia" Sync-Compatible Tv

    [154] How to Use Viewing Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote Control. 1.

  • Page 131: Monitor Brightness

    Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting. Menu item details Manual (default setting): Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors.

  • Page 132: Volume Settings

    Adjusts the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details －2 to +2: When you select “－,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,”...

  • Page 133: Upload Settings(Eye-Fi)

    [160] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...

  • Page 134: Tile Menu

    be sure that “Endless Memory Mode” is turned off. [161] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Tile Menu Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu).

  • Page 135: Pwr Save Start Time

    You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as the default setting on the delete confirmation screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel"...

  • Page 136: Cleaning Mode

    Note This function is provided with 1080 50i-compatible devices only. It is not provided with 1080 60i-compatible devices. The 1080 50i-compatible devices have a “50i” mark on the bottom of the product. If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with the PAL system, a message telling you that you must re-format the card appears.

  • Page 137: Demo Mode

    [167] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...

  • Page 138: Hdmi Resolution

    Allows Wireless Remote Commander operation. Off (default setting): Does not allow Wireless Remote Commander operation. Note The RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander cannot be used for movie recording. The lens or lens hood may block the remote sensor that receive the signals. Use the Wireless Remote Commander in the position from which the signal can reach the product.

  • Page 139: Usb Connection

    When connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product by aiming the TV remote control at the TV. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control.

  • Page 140: Mass Storage

    1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB Connection] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected. Windows 7 or Windows 8 computers are connected in MTP, and their unique functions are enabled for use.

  • Page 141: Daylight Savings

    [174] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. [175] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again.

  • Page 142: File Number

    [177] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Format Formats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card.

  • Page 143: New Folder

    You can change the recording folder to which images are recorded. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting. [180] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu New Folder Creates a new folder in the memory card.

  • Page 144: Recover Image Db

    Standard Form (default setting): The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10040405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2014) Note The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01”.

  • Page 145: Setting Reset

    Version Displays the version of this product, lens and Mount Adaptor. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. [185] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Certification Logo (Overseas model only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...

  • Page 146: Playmemories Mobile

    Download and install the application PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). [188] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions...

  • Page 147: Connecting The Product To An Iphone Or Ipad

    The smartphone is connected to the product. [189] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad.

  • Page 148: Calling Up An Application Using [One-Touch(Nfc)

    3. Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to the “SSID” shown on this product. 4. Return to the “Home” screen and launch PlayMemories Mobile. [190] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the product.

  • Page 149: Smart Remote Embedded

    When the product is in playback mode, the registered application will not launch even if you touch the smartphone to the product. When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch.
  • Page 150 This product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → (Wireless) →...

  • Page 151: Send To Smartphone

    devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch-point. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology. Note If you cannot make a connection, do as the following: Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product.

  • Page 152: Touch Sharing

    Menu item details Select on This Device: Selects an image on the product to be transferred to the smartphone. (1) Select from among [This Image], [All Still Images on Date]/[All Movie(MP4) on Date], [All Images on This Date] or [Multiple Images]. (2) If you select [Multiple Images], select the desired images using on the control wheel, then press MENU →...
  • Page 153 3. Touch the smartphone to the product. The product and the smartphone are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile automatically launches on the smartphone, and then the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Before you touch the smartphone, cancel the sleep and lock-screen functions of the smartphone.

  • Page 154: Send To Computer

    (N mark) of this product. If the smartphone is in a case, remove it. If the product is in a case, remove it. Confirm that the NFC function is activated on the smartphone. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off].

  • Page 155: Slideshow Settings

    2. When you want to play back images using slideshow, press on the center of the control wheel. To display the next/previous image manually, press the right/left side of the control wheel. To change the device to be connected, press the bottom side of the control wheel, then select [Device list].

  • Page 156: Airplane Mode

    [197] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Airplane Mode When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all Wi-Fi functions temporarily. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. [198] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions...
  • Page 157 name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Access Point Set.]. 2. Select the access point you want to register. When the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the desired access point.
  • Page 158 1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2. Switch character types Each time you press on the center of the control wheel, the character type switches among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3. Keyboard Each time you press on the center, the character that you enter will be displayed.

  • Page 159: Edit Device Name

    [200] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Edit Device Name]. 2. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK]. For input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.”...

  • Page 160: Reset Network Set

    Recommended computer environment For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, use to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website (www.sony.net/pmca) [206] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Opening a service account You can open a service account, which is required to download applications.

  • Page 161: Downloading Applications

    1. Access the application download website. http://www.sony.net/pmca 2. Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the product. [207] How to Use Adding applications to the product...

  • Page 162: Launching The Downloaded Application

    1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications. Acquire a service account in advance. Note When the IP address setting of this product is [Manual], you cannot download an application. Set [IP Address Setting] to [Auto].

  • Page 163: Changing The Order Of Applications

    Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Display Account Information].

  • Page 164: Playmemories Home

    Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL and install PlayMemories Home. www.sony.net/pm/ Proceed the installation by following the instructions on the screen. When installation is completed, PlayMemories Home starts up. If PMB (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a product that was purchased before 2011 has already been installed on the computer, PMB will be overwritten by PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 165: Software For Mac Computers

    DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only). [216] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software...

  • Page 166: Image Data Converter

    [218] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software Installing “Image Data Converter” 1. Download and install the software by accessing the following URL (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Note Log on as Administrator. [219] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software Accessing “Image Data Converter Guide”...

  • Page 167: Remote Camera Control

    (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ [220] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software “Remote Camera Control” When using “Remote Camera Control,” the following operations are available on your computer. Changing this product’s settings and shooting. Recording images directly to the computer.

  • Page 168: Connecting The Product To A Computer

    Finder → [Applications] → [Remote Camera Control] → [Remote Camera Control Ver.3], and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Remote Camera Control Help Guide]. [223] How to Use Viewing on computers Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer 1.

  • Page 169: Disconnecting The Product From The Computer

    Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.

  • Page 170: Selecting The Disc Creation Method

    (HD) disc is created. You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray Disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players.

  • Page 171: Creating A Disc With A Device Other Than A Computer

    (Only for Windows) Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) Writable movie format: PS, FX, FH Player: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) Writable movie format: PS*, FX*, FH Player: AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.)

  • Page 172: Creating Blu-Ray Discs

    Multi-session recordings cannot be made. To create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home, be sure to install the dedicated add-on software. For details, see the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ To install, your computer must be connected to the Internet. For detailed operations, see the Help of PlayMemories Home.
  • Page 173 When the memory card is removed or the product is turned off during a read or write operation. When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise. Creating an image database file If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity.
  • Page 174 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i Notes for when on board an airplane In an airplane, set [Airplane Mode] to [On]. On image data compatibility This product conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Playback of images recorded with your product on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your product are not guaranteed.

  • Page 175: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery

    Make sure not to bump the lens or subject it to force. Notes on the flash Do not cover the flash with your fingers. Do not carry the product by the flash unit, or use excessive strength on it. If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to perform the following operation to protect private information.
  • Page 176 Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images.

  • Page 177: Charging The Battery Pack

    [233] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Charging the battery pack The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor.

  • Page 178: Memory Card

    If the product's Charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product. If the Charge lamp flashes again, this may indicate a faulty battery or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted.
  • Page 179 SD cards also support UHS-I standard. Note When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.

  • Page 180: Cleaning The Lens

    Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media: *1*2 Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media: *1*2 This Memory Stick is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this product. High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is supported.

  • Page 181: Number Of Still Images

    Cleaning the camera body Do not touch the parts of the product inside the lens mount, such as a lens signal contact. To clean inside the lens mount, use a commercially available blower* to blow any dust off. Do not use a spray-type blower as doing so may cause a malfunction. Cleaning the product surface Clean the product surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth.

  • Page 182: Recordable Time Of Movies

    4GB: 410 images 8GB: 820 images 16GB: 1650 images 32GB: 3300 images 64GB: 6600 images RAW & JPEG 2GB: 54 images 4GB: 105 images 8GB: 220 images 16GB: 440 images 32GB: 880 images 64GB: 1750 images 2GB: 74 images 4GB: 145 images 8GB: 300 images 16GB: 600 images 32GB: 1200 images...
  • Page 183 50i 24M(FX) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 20 m 8GB: 40 m 16GB: 1 h 30 m 32GB: 3 h 64GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 5 m 64GB: 8 h 15 m 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS)

  • Page 184: Plug Adaptor

    16GB: 2 h 45 m 32GB: 5 h 30 m 64GB: 11 h VGA 3M 2GB: 1 h 10 m 4GB: 2 h 25 m 8GB: 4 h 55 m 16GB: 10 h 32GB: 20 h 64GB: 40 h Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes for each shooting (limited by product specifications).

  • Page 185: Mount Adaptor

    For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Note You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. You cannot use the AF illuminator when using an A-mount lens.

  • Page 186: La-Ea1 Mount Adaptor

    When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. (Approximately two to seven seconds slower (for shooting based on the Sony measurement conditions). This may vary depending on conditions such as subject and brightness during shooting.) When using a Mount Adaptor, the Auto Focus does not work in movie mode.

  • Page 187: La-Ea3 Mount Adaptor

    When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. (Approximately two to seven seconds slower (for shooting based on the Sony measurement conditions). This may vary depending on conditions such as subject and brightness during shooting.).

  • Page 188: Avchd Format

    If you use the LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF Select: SAM lens: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens. SSM lens: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens.
  • Page 189 Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product. Establish a Mass Storage connection between the product and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME”...
  • Page 190 [247] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Memory Stick, , Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, , Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, , Memory Stick XC-HG Duo,...

  • Page 191: You Cannot Insert The Battery Pack Into The Product

    3. Initialize the settings. 4. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ [249] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.

  • Page 192: You Cannot Turn On The Product

    [250] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot turn on the product. After inserting the battery pack into the product, it may take a few moments for the product to power up. Make sure that the battery pack is inserted correctly. The battery pack will discharge by itself even if you do not use it.

  • Page 193: The Battery Pack Is Not Charged

    This phenomenon occurs when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location. The optimum temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). [254] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The battery pack has not been charged even if the charge lamp on the product has turned off.

  • Page 194: Recording Takes A Long Time

    You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Check the free capacity of the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash. The lens is not attached properly.

  • Page 195: The Flash Does Not Work

    [261] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The flash does not work. Raise the flash. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: [Anti Motion Blur], [Night Scene] or [Hand-held Twilight] in Scene Selection is selected. During Sweep Panorama shooting. During movie recording.

  • Page 196: The Image Colors Are Not Correct

    [265] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The aperture value and/or shutter speed and/or metering indicator flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings. Readjust the settings. [266] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image colors are not correct.

  • Page 197: Dots Appear And Remain On The Screen

    [269] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Dots appear and remain on the screen. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded. [270] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies You cannot shoot images continuously. The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. The battery level is low.

  • Page 198: The Image Is Blurred

    [273] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The corners of the picture are too dark. If any filter or hood is used, take it off and try shooting again. Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood, the filter or the hood may partially appear in the image.

  • Page 199: Images Cannot Be Played Back

    succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. [277] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The control dial or control wheel does not work. [Dial / Wheel Lock] is on. Hold down the Fn button until the lock is released, or set the [Dial / Wheel Lock] to [Unlock].

  • Page 200: The Image Was Deleted By Mistake

    Cancel the protection. [281] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image was deleted by mistake. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete. [282] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images A DPOF mark cannot be put.

  • Page 201: You Cannot Send Movies To A Smartphone

    [285] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. When the battery remaining level is low, [Send to Computer] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. [286] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot send movies to a smartphone. You cannot send AVCHD movies to a smartphone.

  • Page 202: You Cannot Import Images

    [289] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot use One-Touch connection (NFC). Place the (N mark) on the smartphone and the (N mark) on the product as close together as possible. If there is no response, move the smartphone a few millimeters or move the smartphone away from this product, wait more than 10 seconds, and then touch them together again.

  • Page 203: Formatted The Memory Card By Mistake

    [292] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. You are playing back the movie directly from the memory card. Import the movie to your computer using PlayMemories Home and play it back. [293] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers...

  • Page 204: Images Are Printed With Both Edges Cut Off

    When you print the images recorded in Adobe RGB mode using sRGB printers that are not compatible with Adobe RGB (DCF2.0/Exif2.21), the images are printed at a lower saturation. [297] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing Images are printed with both edges cut off. Depending on your printer, the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the image may be cut off.

  • Page 205: The Product Does Not Work Properly

    before using it. [300] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time. This is not a malfunction. Turn off the product and do not use it for a while. [301] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the product.

  • Page 206: Warning Messages

    If an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the product again. If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 207 Turn the product off and on again. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The retractable lens with power zoom is retracted. Turn off the product and eject the battery pack, then reinsert the battery pack.
  • Page 208 System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated.
  • Page 209 Sweep Panorama Auto HDR Lock-on AF Subjects too small or too large Sweep Panorama Lock-on AF Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach Sweep Panorama Superior Auto AF drive speed AF Track Duration Scenes changing constantly, such as a waterfall Sweep Panorama Superior Auto AF drive speed...

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