Interchangeable Lens Digital ILCE-7S Camera How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts (Front side) [2] Identifying parts (Rear side) [3] Identifying parts (Top side/Side view) [4] Identifying parts (Bottom view) [5]...
About the [In-Camera Guide] [10] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack using a charger [11] Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [12] Charging by connecting to a computer [13] Inserting the battery pack into the camera [14] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack [15] Supplying power using a wall outlet (wall socket) [16]...
Using MENU items [26] Using the Fn (Function) button [27] Using the "Quick Navi" [28] Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [29] Shooting movies [30] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [31] Intelligent Auto [32] Superior Auto [33] About Scene Recognition [34] The advantages of automatic shooting [35] Program Auto [36]...
Peaking Color [72] Pre-AF (still image) [73] Eye-Start AF (still image) [74] AF/MF control [75] AF Illuminator (still image) [76] AF Micro Adj. [77] Focus Settings [78] AF w/ shutter (still image) [79] AF On [80] Eye AF [81] Measuring the exact distance to the subject [82] Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp.
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Single Bracket [100] WB bracket [101] DRO Bracket [102] Bracket order [103] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [104] Multi Frame NR [105] Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt. (DRO) [106] Auto HDR [107] Adjusting color tones White Balance [108] Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [109] Selecting an effect mode Picture Effect [110]...
Wind Noise Reduct. [122] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [123] MOVIE Button [124] Picture Profile [125] Video Light Mode [126] Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [127] Function Menu Set. [128] Custom Key Settings [129] Function of the control wheel [130] Function of the focus hold button [131] Function of the AEL button [132] Function of the AF/MF button [133]...
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Color Space (still image) [150] Grid Line [151] Auto Review [152] Live View Display [153] FINDER/MONITOR [154] Release w/o Lens [155] Silent Shooting [156] e-Front Curtain Shut. [157] S. Auto Img. Extract. [158] APS-C Size Capture [159] Shading Comp. [160] Chro.
Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [174] Printing Specify Printing [175] Using viewing functions View Mode [176] Display Rotation [177] Slide Show [178] Rotate [179] Protect [180] 4K Still Image PB [181] Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV [182] Viewing images on a “BRAVIA”...
PlayMemories Mobile [222] Connecting an Android smartphone to this product [223] Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad [224] Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [225] Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded [226] One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) [227] Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [228]...
PlayMemories Camera Apps [239] Recommended computer environment [240] Installing the applications Opening a service account [241] Downloading applications [242] Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function [243] Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application [244] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [245] Changing the order of applications [246] Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [247]...
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Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer [258] Importing images to the computer [259] Disconnecting the product from the computer [260] Creating a movie disc Disc type [261] Selecting the disc creation method [262] Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [263] Creating Blu-ray Discs [264] Precautions/This product Precautions...
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Other information Mount Adaptor [276] LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor [277] LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor [278] LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor [279] LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor [280] Vertical grip [281] License [282] Trademarks Trademarks [283] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [284] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
The battery pack is not charged. [291] The monitor does not turn on even when the product is turned on. [292] Shooting still images/movies You cannot record images. [293] Recording takes a long time. [294] The image is out of focus. [295] The angle of view changes little by little while shooting images.
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[WPS Push] does not work. [317] [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. [318] You cannot send movies to a smartphone. [319] [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. [320] The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected.
Messages Messages Warning messages [338] Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [339] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
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Shoulder strap (1) Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) Cable protector (1) Shoe cap (1) (Attached on the camera) Eyepiece cup (1) (Attached on the camera) Instruction Manual (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) [2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts (Front side) When the lens is removed...
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1. AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp 2. Front dial 3. Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) 4. Remote sensor 5. Lens release button 6. Built-in microphone* 7. Mount index 8. Image sensor** 9. Mount 10. Contacts** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. Do not directly touch these parts.
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2. Viewfinder 3. MENU button 4. Eye sensor 5. Monitor You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. 6. Diopter-adjustment dial Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. 7.
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Identifying parts (Top side/Side view) 1. Speaker Image sensor position mark (Microphone) jack When an external microphone is connected, the microphone is turned on automatically. If the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera. (Headphones) jack 5.
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16. Memory card slot For details on compatible accessories for the Multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the Accessory Shoe.
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Make sure the connector cover is outside the cable protector when you attach the cable protector. [5] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts (Bottom view) 1. Battery insertion slot 2. Battery cover 3. Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
connection plate cover as shown below. Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. [6] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
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Viewfinder mode In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode P P* A S M Shooting mode Register number Scene Recognition icons Memory card/Upload Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 12M / 10M / 5.1M / 4.3M / 3.0M / 2.6M / 1.3M / 1.1M Image size of still images...
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Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Image size of movies Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress APS-C Size Capture Setting Effect OFF AF Illuminator NFC is activated Airplane Mode No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduction SteadyShot/Camera shake warning Overheating warning...
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Spot metering area Digital level gauge Audio level View Mode 100-0003 Folder-file number Protect Recording mode of movies DPOF DPOF set Auto Obj. Framing 00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Dual Video REC Video Light Mode HDMI 4K Output PC Remote Remote controller...
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Exposure compensation/Metered Manual REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Focus 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture Value ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity AE lock/FEL lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Auto HDR image warning Picture Effect error 2014-1-1 10:37PM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode...
Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach both ends of the strap. [8] 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.
Adjust the diopter scale 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. 1. Turn the diopter-adjustment dial. [10] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide]...
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The charging time differs depending on the remaining charge of the battery pack and on the charging conditions. Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
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not been used for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack from the charger and then re-insert it to recharge. Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged.
Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). [13] How to Use...
Note Note the following points when charging via a computer: If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period of time. Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera.
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3. Close the cover. [15] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack Screen mode Shooting (still images): Battery life: approx. 190 min., Number of images: approx. 380 Actual shooting (movies): Battery life: approx.
The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using the lens FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (sold separately) Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) [Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual][±0] [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual][±0] [Display Quality]: [Standard] The number for "Shooting (still images)"...
Note You cannot shoot or play back images while the supplied AC adaptor is connected to the camera. If you want to shoot or play back images with power supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), use the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). [17] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack...
2. Insert the memory card. Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. 3. Close the memory card cover. [19] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
3. Push in on the memory card once to remove it. 4. Close the memory card cover. [20] How to Use Preparing the camera Attaching a lens Attaching a lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before attaching the lens. 1.
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When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. 2. Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
Be sure to hold the lens straight when attaching it. Note Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens. Do not use force when attaching a lens. A Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). When using the Mount Adaptor, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor.
Remove any dust from the caps before attaching them. [22] How to Use Preparing the camera Attaching a lens Attaching the lens hood We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image. 1.
[23] How to Use Preparing the camera Attaching a lens Notes on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
[25] 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. Your selection is determined when you press on the center of the control wheel. The DISP (Display Setting), (Drive Mode), and (White Balance) functions are...
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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.
[27] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the Fn (Function) button You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (function) button and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button. 1.
[28] 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].
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 guide (A) to perform the settings. [29] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images...
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.
1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. 2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie). If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the product operating will be recorded.
Available functions (Auto Mode): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product. P (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)).
1. Set the mode dial to (Auto Mode). 2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Auto Mode] →[Intelligent Auto]. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial. 3.
When the camera recognizes a scene, scene recognition icon appears on the screen. If necessary, appropriate shooting function for the recognized scene and the number of times the shutter is released also appear. 4. Adjust the focus and shoot the image. When the camera shoots multiple images, it automatically chooses and saves the appropriate image.
Cont. Shooting, Slow Sync., Auto HDR, Daylight Sync., Slow Shutter, Hand-held Twilight Note When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait] and [Infant] scenes are not recognized. [35] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode The advantages of automatic shooting In [Superior Auto] mode, the product shoots with higher quality than [Intelligent Auto] mode and performs composite shooting as necessary.
1. Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto). 2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. Program Shift You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F-value) combination by rotating the front/rear dial, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set by this product.
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(A) This part will not be shot. 4. Press the shutter button fully down. 5. Pan the camera to the end of the guide in the direction of the arrow on the monitor. (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.
Moving subjects. Subjects that are too close to the product. Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, beach, or a lawn. Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. Subjects with brightness widely different from its surroundings such as the sun or a light bulb. The Sweep Panorama shooting may be interrupted in the following situations.
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Macro: Shoots close-ups of the subjects, such as flowers, insects, food, or small items. Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Sunset: Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. 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.
Anti Motion Blur: Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur. The product shoots burst images and combines them to create the image, reducing subject blur and noise. Note In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.
You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. The shutter speed can be changed while recording movies. 1.
3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot.
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The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. (SteadyShot warning) indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.
If you use the above functions when the shutter speed is set to [BULB], the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds. Hint Images shot in [BULB] mode tend to be blurry. We recommend that you use a tripod or a remote commander (sold separately) that has a shutter button lock function.
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When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial. 3. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Menu item details Program Auto: Allows you to shoot with the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value)
zoom. When a lens other than a Power zoom lens is mounted: MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Zoom] → desired value. [46] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features.
You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies. When a power zoom lens is mounted, you cannot use [Zoom] under MENU. If you enlarge image past the optical zoom range, the product automatically switches to another [Zoom] function than the optical zoom. When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, [Metering Mode] is fixed to [Multi].
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] When shooting full-size images [Zoom Setting] : [Optical zoom only (including smart zoom) ] Image Size] : L -×, M 1.5×, S 2×...
Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right- handed rotation. Note This function is available only with a power zoom lens whose operation direction is variable. [50] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Using flash (sold separately) In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to prevent camera-shake.
The corners of a recorded image may be shaded, depending on the lens. [51] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Flash Mode You can set the flash mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Flash Off: The flash does not operate.
[52] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture. 1.
for wireless flash shooting (controller/remote). HVL-F20M can be used as a clip-on, off-camera connected with a cable, and for wireless flash shooting (controller). Note The FEL lock cannot be set when a flash is not attached. If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are fixed, flashes.
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No Disp. Info. Histogram Level For viewfinder* * [For viewfinder] is displayed only on the screen. 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. Hint You can select different settings for both the viewfinder and the monitor. Look through the viewfinder to set the display settings for the viewfinder.
DISP Button (Monitor) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the monitor using (Display Setting) in shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available.
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. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.
Sets the image size when shooting panoramic images. The image size varies depending on the [Panorama: Direction] setting. 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...
This change in angle of view may be more evident when the focus mode is set to [Continuous AF] (AF-C) (including [Sports Action] in the Scene Selection function). This does not affect the actual recorded images. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. [63] How to Use Using shooting functions...
is displayed around the area that is in focus. Zone: Select a zone on the monitor on which to focus. A zone consists of nine focus areas, and the product automatically selects a focus area on which to focus. Center: Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image.
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3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Note [Center Lock-on AF] may not function very well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark.
4. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture. [66] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Manual Focus When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually.
focus. When you rotate the focus ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. [68] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus MF Assist (still image) Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier.
You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier]. 2. Press on the center of the control wheel to enlarge the image and select the position you want to enlarge using up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3.
[71] 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. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white. [73] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Pre-AF (still image) The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 1.
Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA- EA4) (sold separately) are attached. [75] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF/MF control You can easily switch the focusing mode from auto to manual and vice versa while shooting without changing your holding position.
halfway, until the focus is locked. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ AF Illuminator] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Uses the AF illuminator. Off: Does not use the AF illuminator. Note You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations: In movie mode In [Sweep Panorama] mode...
Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens. You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konica-Minolta lens of the same specification.
[79] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF w/ shutter (still image) Selects whether to focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway down. Select [Off] to adjust the focus and the exposure separately. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
The camera focuses on the subject's eyes while you keep the button pressed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → assign the [Eye AF] function to the desired button. 2. Point the camera at a person's face, and press the button to which you have assigned the [Eye AF] function.
Note If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the product. [83] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp.
is set to [ISO AUTO]. [84] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure compensation dial Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Menu item details Multi (default setting): Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering). Center: Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted metering).
3. Keep pressing the AEL button and focus on the subject again, then shoot the picture. Keep holding the AEL button down while taking a shot if you want to continue shooting with the fixed exposure. Release the button to reset the exposure. Hint If you select the [AEL toggle] function in [Custom Key Settings], you can lock the exposure without holding down the AEL button.
[88] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exp.comp.set Sets whether to apply the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light, or just ambient light. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash (default setting): Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light.
You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. On (default setting): Displays the guide. [91] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure...
Does not enable exposure compensation with the front or rear dial. Front dial/ Rear dial: Enables exposure compensation with the front or rear dial. Note When the exposure compensation function is assigned to the front or rear dial, any function that had been assigned to that dial previously is re-assigned to another dial. When the exposure compensation dial is set to a position other than “0,”...
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. Spd Priority Cont.: Shoots images continuously at high speed while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer: Shoots an image after 10 or 2 seconds.
Spd Priority Cont. The product continues to shoot as long as the shutter button is pressed. You can continuously shoot at a rate faster than that of [Cont. Shooting]. (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Spd Priority Cont.]. 1. MENU→ Note The speed of continuous shooting is estimated using our criteria.
shutter button. Hint Press the button of the control wheel to end the self-timer. Press the button and select (Single Shooting) of the control wheel to release the self-timer. [98] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Self-timer(Cont) Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after 10 seconds.
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1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Cont. Bracket]. 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 3 Image (default setting): This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV.
Cont. Bracket: 3.0EV 5 Images: This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value.
This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.5 EV. Single Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV.
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.
[103] 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) → [Bracket order] → desired setting Menu item details 0→...
[Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ISO] is set to a value lower than ISO 100, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. When shooting movies, ISO values between ISO 100 and ISO 409600 are available.
You can change the automatically set range of ISO sensitivity in the [ISO AUTO] mode under [Multi Frame NR]. Select [ISO AUTO] under [ISO] and press the right side of the control wheel, and set the desired values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum].
Widens the range (gradation) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts with correct brightness (HDR: High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [Auto HDR]. 2.
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color tones on purpose for photographic expression. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [White Balance] → desired setting. 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.
You can use the right side of the control wheel to display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color temperature as required. In [C.Temp./Filter], you can use the right button to display the color temperature setting screen and perform a setting.
Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details 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.
Illustration: Creates an illustration-like image by emphasizing the outlines. Hint You can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the left/right side of the control wheel. [Toy Camera] [Posterization] [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.
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and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the product adjusts the exposure. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Creative Style] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard (default setting): For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. 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.
For shooting images in sepia monotone. To set [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] can be adjusted for each [Creative Style] item. Select an item to be set by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel, then set the value using the top/bottom side of the control wheel.
XAVC S/AVCHD recording format XAVC S: Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps Records a more vivid movie compared to AVCHD with increased amounts of information. AVCHD: Bit-rate: Approx. 28Mbps The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers.
Audio: AAC You cannot create a disc using the software PlayMemories Home with a movie that was recorded when [ File Format] was set to [MP4]. [114] 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.
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30p 50M/25p 50M : Records high image quality movies at 1920 × 1080 (30p/25p). Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps (Ave.) 24p 50M (Only for 1080 60i compatible models): Records high image quality movies at 1920 × 1080 (24p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere.
Bit-rate: Approx. 12 Mbps (Ave.) VGA 3M: Records movies of VGA size. Bit-rate: Approx. 3 Mbps (Ave.) * 1080 60i (NTSC) compatible device ** 1080 50i (PAL) compatible device Note 60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices. Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)]/ [24p 24M(FX)] /[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [ Record Setting] are converted by PlayMemories...
Note When [ Record Setting] for an XAVC S movie is set to [60p]/[50p] or [120p]/[100p], [ Record Setting] for an AVCHD movie is set to [60p]/[50p], or [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the [Dual Video REC] function is set to [Off]. If you select [Date View] in [View Mode] when playing back movies, XAVC S movies and MP4 movies, or AVCHD movies and MP4 movies are displayed side-by-side.
Center: Sets whether or not to display the center marker in the center of the shooting screen. Off (default setting) / On Aspect: Sets the aspect marker display. Off (default setting) / 4:3 / 13:9 / 14:9 / 15:9 / 1.66:1 / 1.85:1 / 2.35:1 Safety Zone: Sets the safety zone display.
[119] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Audio Level Display Sets whether to display the audio level on the screen. (Custom Settings) → [Audio Level Display] → desired setting. 1. MENU→ Menu item details On (default setting): Displays the audio level. Off: Does not display the audio level.
Note Regardless of the [Audio Rec Level] settings, the limiter always operates. [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to Movie. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (Microphone) terminal input.
Reduces wind noise. Off (default setting): Does not reduce wind noise. Note Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function.
Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting. Menu item details Always (default setting): Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] mode.
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Example setting of natural color tone using the ITU709 gamma PP4: Example setting of a color tone faithful to the [ITU709] standard PP5: Example setting using [Cine1] gamma PP6: Example setting using [Cine2] gamma PP7: Example setting using [S-Log2] gamma Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level.
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Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU-709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU-709 standard (when combined with ITU-709 gamma) Black &...
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Sets the color phase. (-7 to +7) Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side.
If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set], [Knee] is set to [Off]. S-Gamut is a color space unique to Sony that provides a wide color space equivalent to film cameras. However, S-Gamut setting of this camera does not support the whole color space of S-Gamut;...
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Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. [127] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory Allows you to register up to 2 often-used modes or product settings in the product. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial.
Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [129] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for...
[131] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the focus hold button Allows you to assign a function to the focus hold button on the lens. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Focus Hold Button] → desired setting.
[134] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the Custom button Once you assign a function to the Custom button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the Custom button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1.
The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [137] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the right button Once you assign a function to the right button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the right button when the shooting information screen is displayed.
Menu item details F/no.: The front dial is used to change the shutter speed and the rear dial to change the aperture value. F/no. SS (default setting): The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed.
Tips for capturing smiles more effectively Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth.
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Soft Skin Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function. Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. [142] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...
2. Select a face to change the order of priority. 3. Select the destination. [144] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Face Registration (Delete) Deletes a registered face. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [Delete]. If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces.
[146] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Auto Obj. Framing (still image) When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are tracked by [Lock-on AF], the product automatically trims the image into an appropriate composition, and then saves it.
On (default setting): Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [SteadyShot] to [Off] when using a tripod. Note You cannot set [SteadyShot] when you are using an A-mount lens (sold separately), or when the name of the attached lens does not contain the letters “OSS,” such as “E16mm F2.8.”...
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ High ISO NR] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal (default setting): Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction.
applications or printers that do not support Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on this product or non- Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images are displayed with low saturation. [151] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Grid Line Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not.
time. If you perform a magnifying operation during Auto Review, you can check that image using the magnified scale. Off: Does not display the Auto Review. Note When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image.
Hint When you use a third-party flash, such as a studio flash, Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings. When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], Live View Display will be displayed brightly, so that you can easily check the composition. [154] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...
Does not release the shutter when a lens is not attached. Note Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image.
[White Balance] is set to [Custom Setup] [Face Registration] You cannot select [ Silent Shooting] when the mode dial is set to other than P/A/S/M. When [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting/Auto HDR/Picture Effect/Picture Profile/ Long Exposure NR/e-Front Curtain Shut./S.
Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in [Superior Auto]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [S. Auto Img. Extract.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Saves one appropriate image selected by the product. Off: Saves all of the images.
[160] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Shading Comp. Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Lens Comp.] → [Shading Comp.] → desired setting.
[162] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Distortion Comp. Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Lens Comp.] → [Distortion Comp.] → desired setting.
Hint You can release the locked dial/control wheel by holding the Fn (Function) button down. [164] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Deactivate Monitor When you press the key to which the [Deactivate Monitor] function is assigned, [Live View Display] is switched to [Setting Effect OFF], and the screen display is switched to [No Disp.
Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. [166] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Shot.
The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may not be played back correctly. To play back images shot using other devices, register those images to the image database file using MENU →...
To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel. To display 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.
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. [172] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple selected images.
Plays back the recorded movies. 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.
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 products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. [175] How to Use Viewing Printing...
You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: Movies RAW images [176] 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.
Manual: The image is displayed according to the orientation information of the image. You can rotate the image using the rotation function. Off: Always displays in landscape orientation. [178] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Slide Show Automatically plays back images continuously. 1.
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2. Press on the center of the control wheel. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press on the center. If you rotate the image once, the image remains rotated even after the product is turned off. Note You cannot rotate the movies.
Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. [181] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions 4K Still Image PB Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 1.
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.
When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. [183] How to Use Viewing Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a “BRAVIA”...
[184] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu 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.
[186] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Finder Color Temp. 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 “+,”...
On (default setting): Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. [189] 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.
Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. When the upload function is set to [Off], the indicator will be displayed on the product. Power save mode will not function during uploading. (error) is displayed, remove the memory card and reinsert it, or turn the product off and then on again.
Off (default setting): Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. [192] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Delete confirm. You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as the default setting on the delete confirmation screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...
Pwr Save Start Time You can set time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode. To return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Pwr Save Start Time] → desired setting. Menu item details 30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min (default setting)/10 Sec Note...
Allows you to clean the image sensor. 1. Confirm that the battery has been charged sufficiently. 2. MENU → (Setup) → [Cleaning Mode] → [Enter] 3. Turn off the product following the instructions on the screen. 4. Detach the lens. 5.
The movie playback demonstration starts automatically if the product is not operated for about one minute. Only protected AVCHD movies are played back. Set the view mode to [AVCHD View], and protect the movie file with the oldest recorded date and time.
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How to reset the time code Reset the time code using the infrared remote control RMT-845 (sold separately), which is available at Sony service facilities. Only the following settings can be changed using the RMT-845. You cannot perform any other operations.
Records the time code in Non-Drop Frame format. The time code is based on 30 frames per second. However, a gap between the actual time and the time code will occur during extended periods of recording as the frame frequency of the NTSC image signal is approximately 29.97 frames per second.
RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) and RMT-DSLR2 (sold separately). Refer also to the operating instructions for the Wireless Remote Commander. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Remote Ctrl] → desired setting. Menu item details Allows Wireless Remote Commander operation. Off (default setting): Does not allow Wireless Remote Commander operation.
[201] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) Sets the output format when connecting via HDMI and [ Record Setting] is set to [60p 28M(PS)], [24p 24M(FX)], [24p 17M(FH)], [60p 50M] or [24p 50M]. 1.
[203] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu HDMI Info. Display Selects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 1. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Info. Display] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Displays the shooting information of the played back image.
recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. [205] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu REC Control (movie) If you connect the camera to an external recorder, you can remotely command the recorder to start/stop recording using the camera. 1.
Menu item details Off (default setting): 4K video is not output. 24p (Only for 1080 60i compatible models): 4K video is output in 24p format. 30p/25p: 4K video is output in 30p/25p format. Note When outputting 4K video, you cannot record movies on the recording medium. When outputting 4K video, the counter on the screen does not increase.
enabled for use. PC Remote: Uses “Remote Camera Control” to control this product from the computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Note If Device Stage* is not displayed with Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connection] to [Auto].
Sets the date and time again. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. [211] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
[213] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu File Number Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded still images or MP4 movies. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series (default setting): Even if you change the recording destination folder or change the memory card, the product continues to assign numbers to files in sequence.
Creates a new folder on the memory card to which still images or MP4 movies are recorded. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used. Images are recorded in the newly created folder. A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies that have the same number are created at the same time.
If image files were processed on a computer, problems may occur in the image database file. In such cases, the images on the memory card will not be played back on this product. If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. 1.
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/ ).
[223] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting an Android smartphone to this product 1. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. 2. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx). 3. Input the password that is displayed on this product. The smartphone is connected to the product.
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2. Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product. 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.
[225] 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. If the application you call up has a feature that works with the smartphone, the product and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi.
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3. Check the composition of the image on the smartphone screen, and then press the shutter button (A) on the smartphone to shoot an image. Use button (B) to change settings such as [EV], [Self-Timer] and [Review Check]. Note When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker.
The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the screen. 3. Touch the product to the smartphone. The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches.
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You can transfer still images to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear.
connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → [Wireless] → [SSID/PW Reset]. After resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off].
NFC to connect the product and the smartphone. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various 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.
2. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Computer]. Note Depending on the application settings of your computer, the product will turn off after saving the images to your computer. You can transfer images from the product to only one computer at a time. If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home.
Selects from [All] and [All in Folder]. Date View: Selects from [All] and [All in Date Rng.]. Interval: Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects*: Select from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size: Select from [HD] and [4K]. The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions. Note You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer.
2. Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. Note [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the WPS button method. If the security setting is set to WEP or your access point does not support the WPS button method, perform [Access Point Set.].
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3. Input the password, and select [OK]. Access points without the mark do not require a password. 4. Select [OK]. How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. 1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2.
more items. WPS PIN: Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device. Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off]. IP Address Setting: Select [Auto] or [Manual]. IP Address: If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address. Subnet Mask/Default Gateway: When you set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter the IP address to match your network environment.
[237] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions SSID/PW Reset This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] and [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information.
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/ ) [241] How to Use Adding applications to the product...
[243] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications.
applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed. [245] How to Use Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Uninstalling applications You can uninstall applications from this product. 1. MENU → (Application) →...
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]. [248] How to Use Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment...
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).
Using the software Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Wireless Auto Import “Wireless Auto Import” is required if you are using a Mac computer and want to import images to the computer using Wi-Fi function. Download “Wireless Auto Import” from the URL above, and install it on your Mac computer.
Finder → [Applications] → [Image Data Converter] → [Image Data Converter Ver.4], and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Image Data Converter Guide]. For details on operation, you can also refer to the “Image Data Converter” support page (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ [255] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software “Remote Camera Control”...
Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ [257] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control Windows: [Start] → [All Programs] → [Remote Camera Control] → [Remote Camera Control Help].
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.
(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.
You can also create discs using a Blu-ray recorder, etc. Depending on which device you use, the types of disc that can be created vary. Blu-ray recorder: High-definition image quality (HD) Standard definition image quality (STD) HDD recorder, etc: Standard definition image quality (STD) Note When creating AVCHD discs using PlayMemories Home from movies recorded with the [ Record Setting] of [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] or [24p...
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To install, your computer must be connected to the Internet. For detailed operations, see the Help of PlayMemories Home. Note To play back a Blu-ray Disc that was created using movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], you must use a device that is compliant with AVCHD format Ver.
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On operating temperatures Your product is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended. On moisture condensation If the product is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the product.
DVD-based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible with the AVCHD format. Also, DVD-based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs that are recorded using the AVCHD format. On the monitor and lens The monitor is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use.
Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack into the product, or connect the product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off.
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insert it in the product immediately before you start shooting. If there are any metal objects such as keys in your pocket, be careful of causing a short-circuit. The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the flash or zoom frequently. We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the actual shots.
conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. [268] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Battery pack and battery charger Charging the battery pack The charging time differs depending on the remaining battery charge and the charging conditions. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
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. 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.
Memory card Memory card Card Type Indications in Help Guide Memory Stick PRO Duo media (Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media/Memory Stick PRO Duo media/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media) SD card (SD memory card/SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card) Memory Stick PRO Duo media and SD cards up to 64 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this product.
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Do not expose the memory card to water. Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it.
[271] How to Use Precautions/This product Cleaning this product On cleaning Cleaning the lens Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust with a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution.
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Image Size]: [L: 12M] When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]* Standard 2GB: 445 images 4GB: 890 images 8GB: 1800 images 16GB: 3600 images 32GB: 7200 images 64GB: 14000 images Fine 2GB: 325 images 4GB: 650 images 8GB: 1300 images 16GB: 2650 images 32GB: 5300 images 64GB: 10500 images...
indicator appears. When an image shot with other products is played back on this product, the image may not appear in the actual image size. [273] How to Use Precautions/This product Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies Recordable time of movies The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times which can be recorded on the memory card that is formatted with this product.
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120p 50M 100p 50M 2GB: - 4GB: - 8GB: - 16GB: - 32GB: - 64GB: 2 h 35 m File Format]:[AVCHD] 60i 24M(FX) 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 64GB: 8 h File Format]:[MP4] 1440×1080 12M 2GB: 20 m 4GB: 40 m 8GB: 1 h 20 m 16GB: 2 h 45 m 32GB: 5 h 30 m 64GB: 11 h VGA 3M 2GB: 1 h 10 m...
Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. [275] How to Use Precautions/This product Using this product abroad On TV color systems To view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use the same color television system.
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. The sound of the lens and the product in operation may be recorded during movie recording.
LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full size shooting: Not available. Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF Select: Lenses that do not support Direct manual focus: Can be changed using the operating switch...
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.).
Available focus area Wide: The product automatically selects a focus area from among 15 areas. Center: The product uses the focus area located in the center area exclusively. Flexible Spot: You can select a focus area from 15 areas using the control wheel. [281] How to Use Precautions/This product Other information...
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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”...
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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, , Memory Stick Micro,...
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/ [285] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
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. Charge the battery pack before use.
Batteries which have not been used for more than a year may have deteriorated. 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).
This change in angle of view may be more evident when the focus mode is set to [Continuous AF] (AF-C) (including [Sports Action] in the Scene Selection function). This does not affect the actual recorded images. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.
[297] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. [298] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Set the correct date and time.
[301] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. The product is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the monitor under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image. [302] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies...
[305] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is not clear in the viewfinder. Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter-adjustment dial. [306] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is whitish (Flare)./Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). When pointing the lens toward the strong light source, excessive light enters the lens and the image may come out white (flare) or extraneous light (ghost images) may appear on the image, but this is not a malfunction.
use of a tripod or the flash is recommended. [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] are also effective in reducing blur. [309] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The LCD screen darkens after a short period of time passed.
[312] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The date and time are not displayed. The screen display is set to display images only. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control wheel to display the information. [313] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection.
Place the product closer to the wireless access point. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product depending on the access point settings. Refer to the instruction manual of the wireless access point. [317] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [WPS Push] does not work. [WPS Push] may not work depending on the access point settings.
Smartphone] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. [321] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. Data communication between this product and the smartphone may fail due to signal conditions.
Disconnect all equipment other than this product, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals of your computer. Connect this product directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device. [324] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers You cannot import images. Connect this product and your computer correctly making a USB connection.
All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore the data. [328] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing You cannot print images. RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images, first convert them to JPEG images using “Image Data Converter.” [329] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing...
You cannot print images with the date. If you want to print images with the date, use [Print Setting] under [Specify Printing]. You can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software.
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.
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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...
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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.
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The product cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change the shooting mode, then shoot the images again. Low light conditions Sweep Panorama Lock-on AF Overly bright conditions Lock-on AF Varying levels of brightness Lock-on AF...
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