Digital Still Camera DSC-RX100M5 How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts [2] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [3] Using the strap Using the wrist strap [4] Using the shoulder strap (sold separately) [5] Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) [6] In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] [7] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack
Inserting the battery pack into the camera [8] Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [9] Charging by connecting to a computer [10] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack [11] Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [12] Removing the battery pack [13] Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Inserting a memory card [14] Removing the memory card [15] Usable memory cards [16] Setting the language, date and time Setting lang
Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [25] Intelligent Auto [26] Superior Auto [27] About Scene Recognition [28] The advantages of automatic shooting [29] Program Auto [30] Sweep Panorama [31] Scene Selection [32] Shutter Priority [33] Aperture Priority [34] Manual Exposure [35] BULB [36] Memory recall [37] Movie [38] Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) [39] Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom [40] The zoom features available with this product [41] Zoom Setting [42] Ab
Notes on using the flash [47] Flash Mode [48] Flash Comp. [49] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [50] Switching between the viewfinder and the screen [51] DISP Button (Finder) [52] DISP Button (Monitor) [53] TC/UB Disp.
Focus Magnif. Time [70] Initial Focus Mag. (still image) [71] Peaking Level [72] Peaking Color [73] Pre-AF (still image) [74] AF/MF control [75] AF Illuminator (still image) [76] Disp. cont. AF area [77] Eye AF [78] Phase Detect. Area [79] AF drive speed (movie) [80] AF Track Sens (movie) [81] Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp. [82] Metering Mode [83] AE lock [84] AEL w/ shutter (still image) [85] Zebra [86] Exposure Set.
DRO Bracket [95] Settings for bracket shooting [96] Indicator during bracket shooting [97] Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen Self-portrait/ -timer [98] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [99] ISO AUTO Min. SS [100] Multi Frame NR [101] NR Effect [102] Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt.
Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) [113] Auto Dual Rec [114] Img. Size(Dual Rec) [115] Quality(Dual Rec) [116] Marker Display (movie) [117] Marker Settings (movie) [118] SteadyShot (movie) [119] Audio Recording [120] Micref Level [121] Wind Noise Reduct. [122] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [123] MOVIE Button [124] Picture Profile [125] High Frame Rate [126] Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [127] Function Menu Set. [128] Custom Key(Shoot.
Soft Skin Effect (still image) [138] Face Registration (New Registration) [139] Face Registration (Order Exchanging) [140] Face Registration (Delete) [141] Red Eye Reduction [142] Auto Obj.
Deleting images Deleting a displayed image [163] Deleting multiple selected images [164] Playing back movies Playing back movies [165] Motion Shot Video [166] Photo Capture [167] Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [168] Printing Specify Printing [169] Using viewing functions View Mode [170] Display Rotation [171] Slide Show [172] Rotate [173] Enlarge Init. Mag. [174] Enlarge Initial Pos.
Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness [180] Viewfinder Bright. [181] Finder Color Temp. [182] Gamma Disp. Assist [183] Function for VF close [184] Volume Settings [185] Audio signals [186] Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [187] Tile Menu [188] Mode Dial Guide [189] Delete confirm.
USB Power Supply [206] Language [207] Date/Time Setup [208] Area Setting [209] Copyright Info [210] Format [211] File Number [212] Set File Name [213] Select REC Folder [214] New Folder [215] Folder Name [216] Recover Image DB [217] Display Media Info.
Using [Smart Remote Embedded] with a smartphone touch connection (NFC One-touch remote) [228] Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [229] Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) [230] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [231] Transferring images to a TV View on TV [232] Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Airplane Mode [233] WPS Push [234] Access Point Set.
Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function [244] Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application [245] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [246] Changing the order of applications [247] Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [248] Using a computer Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment [249] Using the software PlayMemories Home [250] Installing PlayMemories Home [251] Software for Mac compute
Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created [262] Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies [263] Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies [264] Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies [265] Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions [266] On the internal rechargeable battery [267] Notes on the battery pack [268] Charging the battery pack [269] Notes on memory card [270] Cleaning this product On cleaning [271]
AVCHD format [277] License [278] Trademarks Trademarks [279] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [280] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [281] You cannot turn on the product. [282] The power turns off suddenly. [283] The product gets hot. [284] The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level. [285] The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack.
Recording takes a long time. [291] The same image is captured multiple times. [292] The shutter is released continuously. [293] The image is out of focus. [294] Zoom does not work. [295] The flash does not work. [296] Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [297] The close-up shooting function (Macro) does not work. [298] The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [299] The date and time are recorded incorrectly.
Viewing images Images cannot be played back. [318] The date and time are not displayed. [319] The color tones of the image being played back look unnatural. [320] The image cannot be deleted. [321] The image was deleted by mistake. [322] A DPOF mark cannot be put. [323] Wi-Fi You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. [324] [WPS Push] does not work. [325] [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. [326] You cannot send movies to a smartphone.
You cannot print images. [336] The color of the image is strange. [337] Images are printed with both edges cut off. [338] You cannot print images with the date. [339] Others The lens gets fogged. [340] The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with the lens portion extended. [341] The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time. [342] The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the product.
[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. Camera (1) NP-BX1 Rechargeable battery pack (1) Micro USB Cable (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/regions) * Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.
[2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. ON/OFF (Power) button Power/Charge lamp Shutter button Mode dial For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ 6. Self-timer lamp/AF Illuminator 7. Flash (Playback zoom) lever Do not cover the flash with your finger. If not using the flash, press it down manually. 8. Diopter-adjustment lever Move the diopter-adjustment lever until the image is clear in the viewfinder. 9.
turns on. 12. Hook for strap 13. (N mark) Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function. For details on the location of the (N mark) on your Smartphone, refer to the operating instructions of the Smartphone. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the shortrange wireless communication technology. 14. Control ring 15. Lens 16. Eye sensor 17. (Flash pop-up) switch When using the flash, slide the (Flash pop-up) switch. 18.
You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button. 20. MOVIE (Movie) button 21. Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible device. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. HDMI micro jack MENU button Wi-Fi antenna (built-in) Control wheel Center button 27. (Playback) button 28. For shooting: C (Custom) button For viewing: (Delete) button 29. Battery insertion slot 30. Battery lock lever 31. Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. For shooting For playback 1.
Scene Selection 100 Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 20M / 18M / 17M / 13M / 10M / 7.5M / 6.5M / 5.0M / 4.2M / 3.
Overlay icon No audio recording of movies Micref Level Low Wind Noise Reduct.
Protect DPOF DPOF set Auto object framing image Dual Video REC PC Remote Bright Monitoring Copyright information writing on 240fps 250fps 480fps 500fps 960fps 1000fps Frame rate for HFR shooting Recording timing Gamma Disp. Assist Writing data/Number of images left to write CAPTURE Capturing still image Unable to shoot Still images Auto Dual Rec 2.
Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp. Focus Mode 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) Focus Area DRO/Auto HDR ND Filter +3 +3 +3 Creative Style/Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness Smile/Face Detect. Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator ― Picture Profile 3.
Guide display for Lock-on AF Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting [Focus Area] Switch Av/Tv Guide display for switching aperture value and shutter speed Bracket indicator STBY Movie recording standby REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Control ring function Control wheel function Focus 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture Value ±0.0 Metered Manual ±0.
Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2016-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording 3/7 File number/Number of images in the view mode Copyright information exists for image REC Control 00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Shooting Standby Shooting Setting Guide display for HFR shooting [4] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the wrist strap Attach the wrist strap and place your hand through the loop to preve
caused by dropping the product. [5] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the shoulder strap (sold separately) Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach the strap adaptors to the strap hooks on either side of the product. 2. Attach the shoulder strap (sold separately) to the strap adaptors.
If you slide the Viewfinder pop-up switch when the camera is off, the camera will turn on. 2. Grasp both sides of the eyepiece (B) and pull it towards the monitor side until it clicks. 3. Slide the diopter-adjustment lever. Hint To store the viewfinder Grasp both sides of the eyepiece and push it into the viewfinder until it clicks. Then push down the viewfinder.
Note Be careful not to push down on the viewfinder when it is being raised. Be sure that the eyepiece is stored in the viewfinder unit before attempting to push down the viewfinder. If it is not stored and you try to force the viewfinder down, a malfunction may result. Do not carry the camera by the viewfinder.
1. Open the battery/memory card cover. 2. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. 3. Close the cover. [9] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery pack. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little, even if you do not use it.
avoid missing a shooting opportunity, charge the battery pack before shooting. 1. Turn the power off. 2. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF). Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the supplied or recommended AC Adaptor/battery charger.
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 leave the product connected to a laptop computer 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. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
Battery life: approx. 200 min., Number of images: approx. 4000 Viewfinder mode Shooting (still images): Number of images: approx. 210 Actual shooting (movies): Battery life: approx. 35 min. Continuous shooting (movies): Battery life: approx. 65 min. Note The above battery life and number of images applies when the battery pack has been fully charged. The battery life and number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) By using the supplied AC adaptor, you can shoot and playback images while the power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket) without using up the battery power. 1. Insert the battery pack into the camera. 2. Connect the camera to the wall outlet (wall socket) with a micro USB cable (supplied) and an AC adaptor (supplied). Note The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera.
How to remove the battery pack 1. Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera. 2. Open the battery/memory card cover. 3. Slide lock lever (A) and remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. [14] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Inserting a memory card How to insert a memory card 1. Open the battery/memory card cover. 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 cover. Hint 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.
4. Close the cover. [16] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Usable memory cards You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. For movies, refer to “Memory cards that can be used for movie recording” on this page.
microSD memory card microSDHC memory card microSDXC memory card *SD cards with a capacity of up to 256 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this camera. Memory cards that can be used for movie recording When shooting movies in XAVC S format Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more. SDHC / microSDHC memory card (SD Speed Class10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster) When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class U3 is required.
irreversible. Save valuable data on a computer, etc. Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT when connected using a micro USB cable. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card.
Note If the date and time setting is cancelled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera. [18] 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), (Exposure Comp.
various shooting modes. You can also allocate frequently used functions to the control ring by selecting MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → [Control Ring]. Icons and function names are displayed on the screen as follows. Ex. : Adjust zoom by turning the control ring.
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. 3. Select the desired setting item by pressing the up/down/left/right side on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press on the center of the control wheel.
1. Press the DISP button repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder], and then press the Fn (Function) button. 2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3. Set the desired setting by turning the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control ring. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control wheel.
[22] 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. The displayed contents and their position are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. 1. MENU→ (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → [For viewfinder] → [Enter]. 2. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button on the control wheel repeatedly until the screen is set to [For viewfinder]. 3.
4. Select the desired function by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 5. Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 4, 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. Note Gray items on the Quick Navi screen are not available.
1. Set the shooting mode to (Auto Mode). 2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( lights up. or ) The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W), 30 cm (0.98 ft) (T) (from the lens). 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. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. When [Continuous AF] is set, the beep does not sound when focus is achieved. Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant. The contrast of the subject is poor.
2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Hint You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key. MENU→ (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → set the function to the preferred key. When you want to specify the area to be focused on, set the area using [Focus Area]. To keep the focus on a face, arrange the composition so that the focus area frame and face detection frame overlap, or set the [Focus Area] to [Wide].
List of mode dial functions You can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. 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. (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.
(High Frame Rate): Allows you to shoot slow motion movies. Select a frame rate higher than the playback frame rate to shoot smooth slow motion movies. (Sweep Panorama): Allows you to shoot a panoramic image by compositing the images. SCN (Scene Selection): Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. [26] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Intelligent Auto The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. MENU → (Auto Mode).
conditions. [27] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear images of dark or backlit scenes. For low-lit or backlit scenes, if necessary the camera may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., to record higher quality images than in Intelligent Auto mode. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. MENU → (Auto Mode). (Camera Settings) → [Auto Mode] → [Superior Auto].
conditions. When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the product cannot create a composite image. [28] 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.
When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait] and [Infant] scenes are not recognized. [29] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode The advantages of automatic shooting This camera is equipped with the following three automatic shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], and [Program Auto]. (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition. (Superior Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition.
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. 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 control wheel, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set by this product.
1. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2. Point the camera at the subject. 3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition. (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.
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. If this happens, try shooting after changing [Panorama: Size] to [Standard]. Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part may not be recorded smoothly in some cases.
When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you 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.
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, camerashake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. The flash does not pop-up automatically. Pop-up the flash before shooting. Anti Motion Blur: Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur.
Pet: Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. Gourmet: Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors. Fireworks: Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor. High Sensitivity: Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash, and reduces subject blur. Also allows you to shoot dark movie scenes more brightly.
and an image is recorded. If you select [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine] temporarily. Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] when shooting the following subjects: 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.
shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended. Use a tripod to prevent blurring when you use a slow shutter speed. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in shutter speed priority mode. When the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer, noise reduction will be done after shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress.
Smaller F-value (opening the aperture) narrows the range that is in focus. This allows you to put the subject in sharp focus and blur objects in front of and beyond the subject (depth of field becomes shallower). Larger F-value (narrowing down the aperture) widens the range that is in focus. This allows you to shoot the depth of the scenery (depth of field becomes deeper). Note If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting screen blinks.
suitable for appropriate exposure, the ISO value indicator will blink. 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. The 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. You cannot select [Auto] under [ND Filter].
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. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. You cannot set the shutter speed to [BULB] in the following situations: When the [Smile Shutter] function is activated. When the [Auto HDR] function is activated.
Hint To recall settings registered to the memory card, set the mode dial to MR, then select the desired number by pressing the left/right side of the control wheel. Note Register shooting settings in advance by [Memory]. If you set [Memory recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting.
[39] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) By shooting with a higher frame rate than the recording format, you can record a smooth super-slow-motion movie. 1. Set the mode dial to (High Frame Rate). 2. Select MENU→ (Camera Settings)→[ desired settings for [ Record Setting], [ Setting], and [ REC Timing].
Frame Rate: Selects the shooting frame rate from [240fps]/[250fps], [480fps]/[500fps], and [960fps]/[1000fps]. This setting determines the minimum shutter speed per frame. Priority Setting: Select [Quality Priority] or [Shoot Time Priority]. If you select [Shoot Time Priority], the recordable duration is longer than in [Quality Priority] mode.
[End Trigger] When [ REC Timing] is set to [Start Trigger] and you press the MOVIE button again during shooting, the camera will end shooting and start recording. To redo shooting You can cancel recording by selecting [Cancel] on the screen. However, the movie recorded up to the point you cancelled will be saved. Playback speed The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned [ Rate] and [ Record Setting].
*Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. [ Priority Setting] and recordable duration [ Priority Setting]: [Quality Priority] [ Frame Rate]: 240fps/250fps Effective pixel number read out from image sensor: 1824×1026 Recordable duration: Approx. 4 seconds [ Frame Rate]: 480fps/500fps Effective pixel number read out from image sensor: 1824×616 Recordable duration: Approx. 3 seconds [ Frame Rate]: 960fps/1000fps Effective pixel number read out from image sensor: 1244×420 Recordable duration: Approx.
Zoom Enlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. 1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. Move the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in and to the W side to zoom out. Hint When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images. You can assign the zoom function to the control ring.
Note The default setting for the [Zoom Setting] is [Optical zoom only]. The default setting for [ Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom change [ Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA]. Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations: [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. The mode dial is set to (High Frame Rate). You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies.
On:Digital Zoom: When the zoom range of the [ Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies images to the largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. [43] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom About zoom scale The zoom scale that is used in combination with the zoom of the lens changes according to the selected image size.
Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to normal. Fast: Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to fast. Hint The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera. Note Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. [45] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom Func. on Ring Sets the zoom functions when using the control ring to change zoom scales. The settings for [Zoom Func.
When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. When the shooting mode is set to something other than [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], assign the [Zoom] function to the control ring before using the control ring. Selecting [Quick] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. [46] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Using flash In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to prevent camera-shake.
If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause malfunction. You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up. When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W, the shadow of the lens may appear on the screen, depending on the shooting conditions. If this happens, shoot away from the subject or set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again.
You can also set the flash mode by pressing the control wheel. (Flash Mode) on the Menu item details Flash Off: The flash does not operate. Autoflash: The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. 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.
values (– side) makes the flash level lower. Note [Flash Comp.] does not work when the shooting mode is set to the following modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Sweep Panorama] [Scene Selection] The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible.
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.
If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Monitor(Manual)], the image is displayed only on the screen. When you are not looking into the viewfinder If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto] or [Monitor(Manual)], the image is displayed only on the screen. If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Viewfinder(Manual)], the image is displayed in the viewfinder only.
[52] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode DISP Button (Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the viewfinder using (Display Setting) in shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available. Menu item details Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value. Display All Info.
[53] 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 (Display Setting) in shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available. Menu item details Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value. Display All Info.
Allows you to display the time code (TC) and user bit (UB) of a movie by pressing the key to which [TC/UB Disp. Switch] function has been assigned. 1. MENU→ (Custom Settings)→[Custom Key(Shoot.)]/[Custom Key(PB)]→ assign the [TC/UB Disp. Switch] function to the desired key. 2. Press the key to which [TC/UB Disp. Switch] has been assigned. Each time you press the key, the monitor display will switch from the movie recording time counter → time code (TC) → user bit (UB), in that order.
L: 18M 4864×3648 pixels M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels VGA 640×480 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 17M 5472×3080 pixels M: 7.5M 3648×2056 pixels S: 4.2M 2720×1528 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 1:1 L: 13M 3648×3648 pixels M: 6.5M 2544×2544 pixels S: 3.7M 1920×1920 pixels Note When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to [L].
Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 4:3: For shooting in a size suitable for viewing on a computer. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. 1:1: For shooting in composition as a medium format camera. [57] 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.
Fine: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Standard: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of [Fine], the file size of [Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine]. This will allow more files to be recorded on 1 memory card, but the image quality will be lower. About RAW images To open a RAW image file recorded with this camera, the software Image Data Converter is needed.
Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 [59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1. MENU → setting. (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired Menu item details Right: Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Up: Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom.
[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. (Continuous AF): The product continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. Use this when the subject is in motion. (Direct Manual Focus): Allows you to use manual focus and auto focus in combination.
green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus. Center: Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used together with the AF lock function, you can compose the image you want. Flexible Spot: Allows you to move the focus range finder frame to the desired point on the screen and focus on an extremely small subject in a narrow area. On the Flexible Spot shooting screen, you can change the size of the focus range finder frame by rotating the control wheel.
When the mode dial is set to (Movie) or when shooting movies, you cannot select [Lock-on AF] for [Focus Area]. When the mode dial is set to (Movie) and [Auto Dual Rec] is set to On, the [Focus Area] is automatically switched to [Wide]. You can select [Lock-on AF] only when the focus mode is set to [Continuous AF]. A dotted square may appear around the whole screen in the clear image zoom, digital zoom, or smart zoom range in order to focus using the entire frame.
the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On]. 2. Align the target frame (A) over the subject and press control wheel. Press again to stop tracking. in the center of the If the camera loses track of the subject, it can detect when the subject reappears on the monitor and resume tracking. 3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image.
[64] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details On: The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time.
[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. The setting applies to both still images and movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Mode] → [Manual Focus]. 2. Rotate the control ring to achieve sharp focus. When you rotate the control ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 3. Press the shutter button fully down to take the picture.
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. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Mode] → [DMF]. 2. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3. Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the control ring to achieve a sharper focus. When you rotate the control ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.
Note You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. Hint You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. [69] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier]. 2.
[70] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Magnif. Time Set the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [ [Focus Magnifier] function. 1. MENU → MF Assist] or (Custom Settings) → [Focus Magnif. Time] → desired setting. Menu item details 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button.
[72] 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. The setting applies to both still images and movies. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Level] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Sets the peaking level to high. Mid: Sets the peaking level to middle. Low: Sets the peaking level to low.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. [74] 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. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → 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. Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button] or [Right Button].
When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes: [Landscape] [Sports Action] [Night Scene] [Pet] [Fireworks] The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. [77] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Disp. cont. AF area You can set whether or not to display the area that is in focus when [Focus Area] is set to [Wide], in [Continuous AF] mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Disp. cont.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → 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. 3. Press the shutter button while pressing the button. Hint When the camera focuses on the eyes, a detection frame is displayed over the eyes. If the focus mode is set to [Single-shot AF], the frame will disappear after a period of time.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Phase Detect. Area] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Displays the Phase Detection AF area. Off: Does not display the Phase Detection AF area. Note When the F-value is greater than F8.0, you cannot use Phase Detection AF. Only Contrast AF is available. When recording movies, the Phase Detection AF area will not be displayed.
be used. [81] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF Track Sens (movie) You can set the duration for AF tracking in movie mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ AF Track Sens] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Sets the AF Track Duration to high. This mode is useful when recording movies when the subject is moving quickly. Normal: Sets the AF Track Duration to normal.
range. When using [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], you can display the settings screen for [Photo Creativity] by pressing / . You can adjust the exposure in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. 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.
[Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Zoom functions other than optical zoom [84] 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.
AEL w/ shutter (still image) Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. This function is useful when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ AEL w/ shutter] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: 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].
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zebra] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+/Custom1/Custom2: Adjusts the brightness level. Hint You can register multiple values for [Zebra] to check the exposure and the flare as well as the brightness level. The settings for exposure confirmation and flare confirmation are registered to [Custom1] and [Custom2] respectively by default.
[88] How to Use Using shooting functions shooting/Self-timer) Selecting a drive mode (Continuous Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. You can also set the drive mode by pressing of the control wheel. / (Drive Mode) button Menu item details Single Shooting: Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.
Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. DRO Bracket: Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action] is selected, [Single Shooting] cannot be performed. [89] How to Use Using shooting functions shooting/Self-timer) Selecting a drive mode (Continuous Cont.
When [ Shutter Type] is set to [Mechanical Shut.], the continuous shooting speed cannot be set to [Continuous Shooting: Hi]. Hint To hold the focus and exposure during burst, change the following settings. Set [Focus Mode] to [Continuous AF]. Set [ AEL w/ shutter] to [Off] or [Auto].
to cancel the self-timer. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Brkt]. Note The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama].
Self-timer(Cont.): 5 Sec. 5 Img.: Shoots five frames in succession 5 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 5 seconds. Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 3 Img.: Shoots three frames in succession 2 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 2 seconds. Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 5 Img.
This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 9 Image: This setting shoots nine images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. 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. Cont. Bracket: 0.
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. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value.
by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Single Bracket: 0.3EV 9 Image: This setting shoots a total of nine images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 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. Single Bracket: 0.7EV 5 Image: This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV. Single Bracket: 0.
by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Note When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Scene Selection], or [Sweep Panorama].
shooting/Self-timer) DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [DRO Bracket]. 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details DRO Bracket: Lo: Records a series of three images with small changes in the D-Range Optimizer value. DRO Bracket: Hi: Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value.
Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) [97] How to Use Using shooting functions shooting/Self-timer) Selecting a drive mode (Continuous Indicator during bracket shooting Viewfinder Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.
Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 steps Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps Flash compensation -1.0 step *Ambient light: A generic term for non-flash light including natural light, electric bulb and fluorescent lighting. Whereas the flash light blinks for a moment, ambient light is constant, so this kind of light is called "ambient light.
3. Press the shutter button. The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. [99] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1.
Note [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ISO] is set to a value lower than ISO 125, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. The available ISO settings will differ depending on whether you are shooting still images, shooting movies, or using HFR.
Menu item details FASTER (Faster)/FAST (Fast): The ISO sensitivity will start to change at shutter speeds faster than [Standard], so you can prevent camera shake and subject blurring. STD (Standard): The camera automatically sets the shutter speed based on the focal length of the lens. SLOW (Slow)/SLOWER (Slower): The ISO sensitivity will start to change at shutter speeds slower than [Standard], so you can shoot images with less noise.
The product automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines them, reduces the noise, and records them as one image. The image recorded is one combined image. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ISO] → [Multi Frame NR]. 2. Press the right side of the control wheel to display the setting screen, then select a desired value using the top/bottom side of the control wheel. Note When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function cannot be used. The flash, [D-Range Opt.
4 images are added for the multi frame NR effect. High: 12 images are added for the multi frame NR effect to produce images with even less noise. Note When [High] is selected, it takes longer to shoot and combine images. [103] How to Use Using shooting functions Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt.
[Sunset] [Night Scene] [Night Portrait] [Hand-held Twilight] [Anti Motion Blur] [Fireworks] The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p 100M], [100p 100M], [120p 60M] or [100p 60M], [DRO/Auto HDR] will be set to [Off]. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect.
[Auto HDR] is not available when the [ Quality] is [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. [Auto HDR] is not available in the following shooting modes. [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Sweep Panorama] [Scene Selection] When [Multi Frame NR] is selected, you cannot select [Auto HDR]. When [Picture Effect] is set to something other than [Off], you cannot select [Auto HDR]. When [Picture Profile] is set to something other than [Off], you cannot set [Auto HDR].
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. Fluor.: Warm White: The color temperature is adjusted for warm white fluorescent lighting. Fluor.: Cool White: The color temperature is adjusted for white fluorescent lighting. Fluor.
required. Note [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [106] 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. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [White Balance] → [Custom Setup]. 2.
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: 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.
details. Miniature: Creates an image which enhances the subject vividly, with the background defocused considerably. This effect may often be found in pictures of miniature models. Watercolor: Creates an image with ink bleed and blurring effects as if painted using watercolors. 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.
three times for one shot. Be careful about the following: Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not flash light. Do not change the composition before shooting. When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera-shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not be able to obtain good HDR images. If the product detects such a situation, / appear on the recorded image to inform you of this situation.
Deep: For shooting images with deep and dense colors, suitable for capturing the solid presence of the subject. Light: For shooting images with bright and simple colors, suitable for capturing a refreshingly light ambience. Portrait: For capturing skin in a soft tone, ideally suited for shooting portraits. Landscape: The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp scenery. Distant landscapes also stand out more. Sunset: For shooting the beautiful red of the setting sun.
The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated, and 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.
Bit-rate: Approx. 100 Mbps, Approx. 60 Mbps, or Approx. 50 Mbps Records a more vivid movie compared to AVCHD with increased amounts of information. AVCHD: Bit-rate: Approx. 28 Mbps (Maximum), Approx. 24 Mbps (Maximum) or Approx. 17 Mbps (Average) The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of the data processed within a given length of time.
Images will not appear on the monitor when you record movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K]. [Smile/Face Detect.] and [Center Lock-on AF] are temporarily set to [Off] when the camera is connected to an HDMI device with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K]. [Smile/Face Detect.], [Center Lock-on AF] and [ REC Control] are temporarily set to [Off] when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [Dual Video REC] is set to [On].
Note The continuous recording time is approximately 5 minutes when shooting movies in XAVC S 4K or XAVC S HD 120p/100p format. The remaining recordable time will be displayed on the screen. If you finish recording in XAVC S 4K or XAVC S HD 120p/100p format and want to record another movie in one of those formats, turn the power OFF and wait a while before resuming recording.
24p/25p: Movies are recorded at approximately 24 frames/sec (for 1080 60icompatible devices) or 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format. 60p/50p: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60icompatible devices) or 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format.
24p 50M*: Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (24p). Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps 120p 100M/100p 100M: Records 1920 × 1080 (120p/100p) size movies at a high speed. Movies can be recorded at 120 fps/100 fps. You can create smoother slow-motion images using compatible editing equipment. Bit-rate: Approx. 100 Mbps 120p 60M/100p 60M: Records 1920 × 1080 (120p/100p) size movies at a high speed. Movies can be recorded at 120 fps/100 fps. You can create smoother slow-motion images using compatible editing equipment.
1920x1080 30p 16M/1920x1080 25p 16M: Records the movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p). Bit-rate: Approx. 16 Mbps (Avg.) 1280x720 30p 6M/1280x720 25p 6M: Records small file size movies in 1280×720 (30p/25p). Bit-rate: Approx. 6 Mbps (Avg.) * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. Note 60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices.
On: An XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie, are recorded simultaneously. Off: The [Dual Video REC] function is not used. 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].
2. Press the shutter button to capture a still image. If you press the shutter button halfway down, the remaining number of still images you can shoot will be displayed on the screen. While shooting still images, the message [CAPTURE] is displayed on the screen. 3. Press the MOVIE button again to finish recording the movie. Hint The image size or image quality of the still images can be selected from MENU → (Camera Settings)→[Img. Size(Dual Rec)]/[Quality(Dual Rec)].
To view the movies and still images recorded, press the button. (Playback) Menu item details Off: Auto Dual Rec is not performed. On: Shoot. Frequency Low/On: Shoot. Frequency Standard/On: Shoot. Frequency High: Auto Dual Rec is performed with the specified shooting frequency. The positions, orientation, expressions of faces are detected in order to shoot still images with the impressive compositions. Hint If you want to change the size or quality of still images, use MENU → (Camera Settings)→[Img.
[116] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Quality(Dual Rec) Selects the quality of still images to be shot while recording movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Quality(Dual Rec)] → desired setting. Menu item details Extra fine/Fine/Standard [117] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Marker Display (movie) Sets whether or not to display markers set using [ monitor or the viewfinder while shooting movies. 1.
[118] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Marker Settings (movie) Sets the markers to be displayed while shooting movies. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Marker Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Center: Sets whether or not to display the center marker in the center of the shooting screen. Off / On Aspect: Sets the aspect marker display. Off / 4:3 / 13:9 / 14:9 / 15:9 / 1.66:1 / 1.85:1 / 2.35:1 Safety Zone: Sets the safety zone display.
SteadyShot] effect to [Off] when using a tripod (sold separately), a natural image is produced. (Camera Settings) → [ 1. MENU→ SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Intelligent Active: Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect than [Active]. Active: Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect. Standard: Reduces camera shake under stable movie shooting conditions. Off: Does not use [ SteadyShot]. Note If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change.
The noise of the lens and the product in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected. [121] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Micref Level You can select the microphone level for movie recording. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Micref Level] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal: Records the ambient sounds within a certain level. This setting is suitable for recording everyday conversations. Low: Records the ambient sounds faithfully.
Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. [123] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the subject is dark. 1. MENU → setting. (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Slow Shut.] → desired Menu item details On: Uses [ Auto Slow Shut.].
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting. Menu item details Always: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. (except when the mode dial is set to (High Frame Rate).) Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] mode. [125] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc.
MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Profile] → desired setting. PP1: Example setting using [Movie] gamma PP2: Example setting using [Still] gamma PP3: 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.
Black Gamma Corrects gamma in low intensity areas. Range: Selects the correcting range. (Wide / Middle / Narrow) Level: Sets the correcting level. (-7 (maximum black compression) to +7 (maximum black stretch)) Knee Sets knee point and slope for video signal compression to prevent over-exposure by limiting signals in high intensity areas of the subject to the dynamic range of your camera.
after shooting. Used when [Gamma] is set to [S-Log2]. Saturation Sets the color saturation. (-32 to +32) Color Phase 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.
Crispning: Sets the crispening level. (0 (shallow crispening level) to 7 (deep crispening level)) Hi-Light Detail: Sets the [Detail] level in the high intensity areas. (0 to 4) Copy Copies the settings of the picture profile to another picture profile number. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Profile] → [Copy] Reset Resets the picture profile to the default setting. You cannot reset all picture profile settings at once.
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; it is a setting to realize a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut. [126] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies High Frame Rate You can select the exposure mode for HFR shooting based on the subject and effect you want. 1.
Shutter speed Camera Settings Optical zoom scale To recall registered settings Set the mode dial to MR. Then press the right/left side of the control wheel to select the desired memory number. M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. To change registered settings Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note Program Shift cannot be registered.
Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the appropriate key when the shooting information screen or playback screen is displayed to execute an assigned function. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] / [Custom Key(PB)]→ set a function to the desired key.
Once you assign a function to the control ring, you can perform that function by simply turning the control ring when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → [Control Ring] → desired setting. Note When [Focus Mode] is set to [DMF] or [Manual Focus], you cannot recall the assigned function. You can use the control ring to adjust the focus manually. When [Photo Creativity] is used, you cannot recall the assigned function.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → [Center Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [133] How to Use convenient use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for Function of the Left button Once you assign a function to the left button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the left button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.
[135] How to Use convenient use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for Function of the Send to Smartphone button Once you assign a function to the Send to Smartphone button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the Send to Smartphone button when the playback screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(PB)] → [Fn/ desired setting. Button] → The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.
Adjusts vividness. (Picture Effect): You can select a desired effect and shoot images with the specific texture. 5. Select the desired settings. You can use some settings together by repeating steps 4 and 5. To reset the changed settings to the default settings, press the C/ (Custom/Delete) button. (Bkground Defocus), (Brightness), (Color) and (Vividness) are set to [AUTO], and (Picture Effect) is set to . 6. For shooting still images: Press the shutter button.
Menu item details Off: Does not use the Face Detection function. On (Regist. Faces): Detects the registered face with higher priority using [Face Registration]. On: Detects a face without giving higher priority to the registered face. Smile Shutter: Automatically detects and shoots a smile. Face Detection frame When the product detects a face, the gray face detection frame appears. When the product determines that autofocus is enabled, the face detection frame turns white.
Big Smile]. Note You cannot use the Face Detection function with the following functions: Zoom functions other than the optical zoom [Sweep Panorama] [Picture Effect] is set to [Posterization]. When using the [Focus Magnifier] function. [Scene Selection] is set to [Landscape], [Night Scene] or [Sunset]. [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected. The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions.
[RAW & JPEG]. [139] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Face Registration (New Registration) If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a priority when [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration]. 2. Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3. When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter].
[141] 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. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All].
[143] 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. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. The trimmed image is recorded in the same size as the original image size. 1. MENU → setting. (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Obj.
[144] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product SteadyShot (still image) Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Uses [ SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [ SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set the camera to [Off] when using a tripod.
[Electronic Shut.]. Noise reduction may not be activated even if [ [On] in the following situations: Long Exposure NR] is set to The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action], [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] is selected. The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR].
[ High ISO NR] is not available in the following situations: When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Scene Selection] or [Sweep Panorama]. [ High ISO NR] is not available when [ Quality] is [RAW]. [ High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ [RAW & JPEG]. [147] How to Use Using shooting functions Quality] is Setting the other functions of this product Write Date (still image) Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image. 1.
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: This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use [sRGB] in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out the images without any modification. AdobeRGB: This color space has a wide range of color reproduction. When a large part of the subject is vivid green or red, Adobe RGB is effective.
Square Grid: Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or duplicated images. Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line.
Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, [Creative Style], or [Picture Effect] on the screen. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Live View Display] → desired setting. Menu item details Setting Effect ON: 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.
Allows you to adjust the composition when shooting in dark environments. By extending the exposure time, you can check the composition on the viewfinder/monitor even in dark locations such as under the night sky. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → assign the [Bright Monitoring] function to the desired key. 2. Press the key to which you assigned the [Bright Monitoring] function, then shoot an image. The brightness due to [Bright Monitoring] will continue after shooting.
Menu item details Auto: When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically. Viewfinder(Manual): The screen is turned off and the image is displayed only in the Electronic Viewfinder. Monitor(Manual): The Electronic Viewfinder is turned off and the image is always displayed on the screen. Hint You can assign the [FINDER/MONITOR] function to your preferred key. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → set [Finder/Monitor Sel.
Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. [155] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Shutter Type (still image) You can set whether to shoot with a mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. 1. MENU→ (Custom Settings)→[ Shutter Type]→desired setting.
*2 The settable shutter speed range varies by shooting mode. *3 To turn off the electronic sound, set [Audio signals] to [Off]. Hint In the following situations, set the [ Shut.]. Shutter Type] to [Auto] or [Electronic When shooting with a high-speed shutter in a bright environment such as outside in bright sunlight, the beach, or snowy mountains. When you want to increase the speed of continuous shooting. In the following situations, set the [ Shut.].
[156] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Wheel Lock You can set whether the wheel will be locked by pressing and holding the Fn (Function) button. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Wheel Lock] → desired setting. Menu item details Lock: Locks the control wheel. Unlock: Does not lock the control wheel even if you press and hold the Fn (Function) button. Hint You can release [Wheel Lock] by holding the Fn (Function) button down.
[FINDER/MONITOR] function. [158] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product ND Filter If you use an ND filter, the amount of light entering the camera is reduced. You can slow down the shutter speed and decrease the aperture value for a better exposure. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ND Filter] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Automatically turns on the ND filter based on the shooting mode and brightness. On: Always uses [ND Filter].
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 → [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. Note If you play back the images right after continuous shooting, the monitor may display an icon indicating that data is being written/the number of images left to write.
You cannot enlarge movies. [161] How to Use Viewing Viewing still images Image Index You can display multiple images at the same time in playback mode. 1. Slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side while the image is being played back. To change the number of images to be displayed MENU → (Playback) → [Image Index] → desired setting. Menu item details 9 Images/25 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel.
The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Note The histogram is not displayed in the following situations: During movie playback During scrolling playback of panoramic images During slideshows During Folder View (MP4) During AVCHD View During XAVC S 4K View During XAVC S HD View [163] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. 1. Display the image you want to delete. 2. Press the (Delete) button. 3.
Menu item details Multiple Img.: Deletes the selected images. (1) Select the images to be deleted, then press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press again to remove the mark. (2) To delete other images, repeat step (1). (3) MENU → [OK] → Press on the center. All in this Folder: Deletes all images in the selected folder. All with this date: Deletes all images in the selected date range.
: Pause : Fast-forward : Fast-rewind : Forward slow playback : Reverse slow playback : Next movie file : Previous movie file : Displays the next frame : Displays the previous frame : Motion Shot Video (Shows the tracking of a subject in motion.) : Photo Capture : Sound volume adjustment : Closes the operation panel Hint “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause.
the product may fail to create the image. Hint You can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → (Playback) → [Motion Interval ADJ]. [167] How to Use Viewing Playing back movies Photo Capture Captures a chosen scene in a movie to save as a still image. First shoot a movie, then pause the movie during playback to capture decisive moments that tend to be missed when shooting still images, and save them as still images. 1. MENU→ (Playback)→select [Photo Capture]. 2.
To pause playback, press on the center again. To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU button. Note Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. [169] How to Use Viewing Printing Specify Printing You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. The (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.” 1.
Sets whether to print the date on images registered with DPOF marks. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: Movies RAW images [170] 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. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies.
1. MENU → (Playback) → [Display Rotation] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: When you rotate the camera, the displayed image rotates automatically detecting the orientation of the camera. Manual: A portrait image is displayed as a vertical image. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Always displays in landscape orientation.
[173] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Rotate Rotates a recorded still image counter-clockwise. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Rotate]. 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. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products.
[175] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Enlarge Initial Pos. Sets the initial position when enlarging an image in playback. 1. MENU→ (Playback)→[ Enlarge Initial Pos.]→desired setting. Menu item details Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. [176] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The on protected images. 1.
Protects all images in the selected folder. All with this date: Protects all images in the selected date range. Cancel All in this Folder: Cancels the protection of all images in the selected folder. Cancel All with this date: Cancels the protection of all images in the selected date range. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting.
Adjust the effect level using / . (Shine Removal): Reduces the look of oily skin. Adjusts the skin color as you like. Adjust the effect level using / . (Eye Widening): Enlarges the eyes of the subject. Adjust the size of the eyes using / . (Teeth Whitening): Whiten the teeth of the subject. You may not be able to whiten the teeth in some images. Adjust the teeth whiteness using / .
3. Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4. Turn on this product. 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.
the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. If images do not appear on the TV screen properly, select [1080i], [2160p/1080p] or [1080p] using (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] according to the TV to be connected. During HDMI output, when you switch the movie from 4K to HD image quality or vice-versa, or change the movie to a different frame rate, the screen may become dark. This is not a malfunction.
5. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [On]. 6. Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV remote control, and select the desired mode. Note If the product is not in playback mode, press the (Playback) button. Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide SYNC MENU operations. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
functions. [181] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Viewfinder Bright. When using an electronic viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the electronic viewfinder from the range –2 to +2.
-2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. [183] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Gamma Disp. Assist Movies with S-Log gamma are assumed to be processed after shooting in order to make use of the wide dynamic range. They are therefore displayed in low contrast during shooting and may be difficult to monitor. However, using [Gamma Disp. Assist], contrast equivalent to that of normal gamma can be reproduced.
[Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. [184] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Function for VF close Sets whether to turn the power off when the viewfinder is stowed. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Function for VF close] → desired setting. Menu item details Power OFF: Turns the power off when the viewfinder is stowed. Not Power OFF: Does not turn the power off when the viewfinder is stowed.
[186] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Audio signals Selects whether the product produces a sound or not. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Audio signals] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Shutter: Only the shutter sound is produced. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject.
images. Images are transferred to your computer, etc., automatically via the Wi-Fi network. Menu item details On: Enables the upload function. Off: Disables the upload function. Communication status screen display : Standby. No images are to be sent. : Upload standby : Connecting : Uploading : Error Note Eye-Fi cards are only sold in certain countries/regions. For more information on Eye-Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly.
[188] 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 On: Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display.
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" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. [191] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Display Quality You can change the display quality. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting.
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Pwr Save Start Time] → desired setting. Menu item details 30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min Note The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV. [193] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. 1.
automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Demo Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details On: 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. Off: Does not show the demonstration.
UB Preset: Sets the user bit. TC Format: Sets the recording method for the time code. (Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC.) TC Run: Sets the count up format for the time code. TC Make: Sets the recording format for the time code on the recording medium. UB Time Rec: Sets whether or not to record the time as a user bit. How to set the time code (TC Preset) 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Preset], then press the center of the control wheel. 2.
1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [UB Preset], then press in the center of the control wheel. 2. Turn the control wheel and select the first two digits. 3. Set the other digits following the same procedure as in step 2, then press in the center of the control wheel. How to reset the user bit 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [UB Preset], then press the center of the control wheel. 2. Press the (Delete) button to reset the user bit (00 00 00 00).
camera operation. The time code may not be recorded sequentially in the following situations even when the time code advances in [Rec Run] mode. When the recording format is changed. When the recording medium is removed. How to select how the time code is recorded (TC Make) 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Make], then press the center of the control wheel. in Preset: Records the newly set time code on the recording medium.
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected.
CTRL FOR HDMI 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 → setting. (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → desired Menu item details On: You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV.
displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. [200] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu TC Output (movie) Sets whether or not to layer the TC (time code) information on the output signal via the HDMI terminal when outputting the signal to other professional-use devices. This function layers the time code information on the HDMI output signal.
1. MENU → setting. (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ REC Control] → desired Menu item details On: The camera can send a recording command to an external recorder/player. The camera is sending a recording command to an external recorder/player. Off: The camera is not able to send a command to an external recorder/player to start/stop recording. Note Available for external recorders/players compatible with [ REC Control]. When [ TC Output] is [Off], [ REC Control] is set to [Off].
setting. Menu item details On: Sound is output to the external device. Off: Sound is not output to the external device. Note During HDMI audio output, no electronic sound is produced when performing or ending movie recording even if [Audio signals] is set to [On]. [203] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu 4K Output Sel. (movie) You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. 1.
Outputs a 4K movie in 25p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera’s memory card. * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to PAL. Note This item can be set only when the camera is in movie mode and connected to a 4K-compatible device. When [HDMI Only(30p)], [HDMI Only(24p)] or [HDMI Only(25p)] is set, the [HDMI Info. Display] will temporarily be set to [Off]. The counter does not move forward when 4K movies are being output.
Establishes an MTP connection between this product, a computer, and other USB devices. Windows 7 or Windows 8 computers are connected in MTP, and their unique functions are 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 It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto].
1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB Power Supply] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Power is supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. Off: Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable.
Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. [209] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. 1. MENU → [210] How to Use (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. Changing settings Setup menu Copyright Info You can write copyright information onto the still images. 1. MENU→ (Setup)→[Copyright Info]→ desired setting. 2.
Disp. Copyright Info: Displays the current copyright information. Hint 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. Switch character types Each time you press in the center of the control wheel, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3.
7. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. 8. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Note You can only enter alphanumeric characters and symbols for [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright]. You can enter up to 46 letters. A icon appears during the playback of images with copyright information. In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera.
Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded still images and MP4 movies. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series: The product will assign numbers to files sequentially up to “9999” without resetting. Reset: The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with “0001.” (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.
You can change the folder on the memory card where still images and MP4 movies are to be recorded. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. [215] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card for recording still images and MP4 movies. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used.
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Folder Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard Form: 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: 10060405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2016) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies.
1. MENU → [219] How to Use (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. Changing settings Setup menu Version Displays the version of this product’s software. 1. MENU → [220] How to Use (Setup) → [Version]. Changing settings Setup menu Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset], the recorded images are retained. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Setting Reset] → desired setting.
[221] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile To use [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone], etc., the application PlayMemories Mobile should be installed on your smartphone. 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.
3. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera]. 4. Select [OK] on the smartphone screen. When a message is displayed, select [OK] again. 5. Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the smartphone. Once the QR code is read, the message [Connect with the camera?] will be displayed on the smartphone screen. 6. Select [OK] on the smartphone screen. The smartphone will connect to the product.
Once the QR code has been read, this product's SSID (DIRECT-xxxx) and password are registered to the smartphone. This enables you to easily connect the smartphone to the product via Wi-Fi at a later date by selecting the SSID. Note If you cannot connect your smartphone to this product using the [Onetouch(NFC)] function or QR code, use the SSID and password. [223] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting an iPhone or iPad to this product using the QR code 1.
4. Select [OK] on the iPhone or iPad screen. When a message is displayed, select [OK] again. 5. Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the iPhone or iPad. 6. Install the profile (setting information) by following the instructions shown on the iPhone or iPad screen and select [OK]. The profile will be installed to the iPhone or iPad. 7. Select [Settings] on the "Home" screen → [Wi-Fi] → this product's SSID displayed in the Step 2. The iPhone or iPad will connect to the product.
8. Return to the "Home" screen of the iPhone or iPad and launch PlayMemories Mobile. Hint Once the QR code has been read, this product's SSID (DIRECT-xxxx) and password are registered to the iPhone or iPad. This enables you to easily connect the iPhone or iPad to the product via Wi-Fi at a later date by selecting the SSID. Note If you cannot connect your device to this product using the QR code, use the SSID and password.
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. [225] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting an iPhone or iPad to this product by inputting an SSID and password 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad.
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.
[226] 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. To use this function, register the desired application in advance. 1.
[227] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded You can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this product, and shoot still images/movies. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → Embedded]. (Application) → [Application List] → [Smart Remote 2. When the product is ready for the connection, an information screen appears on the product. Connect the smartphone and the product using that information.
still image/movie recording. 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) → [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.
launches on the smartphone. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. 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.
The setting method for connecting the smartphone and the product varies depending on the smartphone. 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 Images on This Date] or [Multiple Images]. The options displayed may differ depending on the View Mode selected on the camera. (2) If you select [Multiple Images], select the desired images using on the control wheel, then press MENU → [Enter].
permitted to 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]. When you save images to the Mac computer using Wi-Fi function, use "Wireless Auto Import.
functions of the smartphone. The NFC function is available only when the the product. (N mark) is displayed on Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. To transfer two or more images, select MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] to select images. After the connection enabled screen appears, use NFC to connect the product and the smartphone.
[231] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer You can transfer images stored in the product to a computer connected to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router and easily make backup copies using this operation. Before starting this operation, install PlayMemories Home on your computer and register the access point on the product. 1. Start your computer. 2. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Computer].
2. When you want to play back images using slideshow, press center of the control wheel. on the 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]. Slideshow settings You can change the slideshow settings by pressing the bottom side of the control wheel. Playback Selection: Selects the group of images to be shown.
Movies cannot be shown on a TV via Wi-Fi. Use an HDMI cable (sold separately). [233] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Airplane Mode When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wirelessrelated functions including Wi-Fi. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen.
access point. A connection may not be enabled depending on the surrounding conditions, such as the type of wall material or if there is an obstruction or poor wireless signal between the product and access point. If that happens, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. [235] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually.
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. Switch character types Each time you press in the center of the control wheel, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3.
5. Move cursor Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. 6. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. 7. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. 8. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Other setting items Depending on the status or the setting method of your access point, you may want to set more items. WPS PIN: Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device. Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off].
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.” [237] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of this product. 1. MENU → [238] How to Use (Wireless) → [Disp MAC Address].
Resets all the network settings to default settings. 1. MENU → [240] How to Use (Wireless) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK]. Adding applications to the product PlayMemories Camera Apps PlayMemories Camera Apps You can add the desired functions to this product by connecting to the application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps) via the Internet. Press MENU → (Application) → [Introduction] for information about the service and available countries and regions.
to the product. [243] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Downloading applications You can download applications using your computer. 1. Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.net/pmca/ 2. Select the desired application and download the application to the product following the instructions on the screen. Connect the computer and the product using the micro USB cable (supplied), following the instructions on the screen.
You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. Acquire a service account in advance. 1. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications. Note If MENU → (Wireless) → [Access Point Set.] → access point to be connected → [IP Address Setting] is set to [Manual], change the setting to [Auto].
1. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → [Application Management] → [Manage and Remove]. 2. Select the application to be uninstalled. 3. Select to uninstall the application. The uninstalled application can be re-installed. For details, see the application download website. [247] How to Use Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Changing the order of applications You can change the order in which added applications are displayed on this product. 1. MENU → → [Sort].
[249] How to Use Using a computer Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ [250] How to Use Using a computer Using the software PlayMemories Home With PlayMemories Home, you can do the following: You can import images shot with this product to your computer. You can play back the images imported to your computer.
Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using your computer's Internet browser, go to the URL below and download PlayMemories Home by following the on-screen instructions. http://www.sony.net/pm/ An internet connection is required. For detailed instructions, visit the PlayMemories Home support page. http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ 2. Connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable (supplied), then turn the product on. New functions may be added to PlayMemories Home.
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). [252] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.
You can rank images in five grades. You can apply color labels. [254] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Installing Image Data Converter 1. 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/ Note Log on as Administrator.
[256] How to Use Using a computer 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. Performing interval timer shooting. Use these functions after selecting MENU → (Setup) → [USB Connection] → [PC Remote]. For details on how to use Remote Camera Control, refer to the Help.
menu bar → [Remote Camera Control Help]. [259] How to Use Using a computer Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer 1. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the product. 2. Turn on the product and the computer. 3. Check from (Setup) that [USB Connection] is set to [Mass Storage]. 4. Connect the product and your computer using the micro USB cable (supplied) (A) .
Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home (For Windows) When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between this product and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] → [OK] → [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT]. Then copy the desired images to the computer. If Device Stage appears on a Windows 7 or Windows 8 computer, double-click [Browse Files] → media icon → folder in which the images you want to import are stored.
Note For Mac computers, drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon in the “Trash” icon. The product is disconnected from the computer. For Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnect icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip steps 1 and 2 above. Do not remove a micro USB cable from this product while the access lamp is illuminated. The data may be damaged.
Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4 (AVC) Players: AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 3, etc.) You cannot play these kinds of discs on ordinary DVD players. Standard definition image quality (STD) Standard definition image quality (STD) movies converted from high-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a standard image quality (STD) disc.
your computer. (An internet connection is needed.) For details on how to create a disc using PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help guide for PlayMemories Home. B. How to create using a device other than a computer You can also create Blu-ray Discs using a Blu-ray recorder, etc. For details, refer to the device's operating instructions.
B. How to create using a device other than a computer You can also create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using a Blu-ray recorder, etc. For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. Note When creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home from movies recorded in the XAVC S or MP4 movie formats, the image quality is converted to 1920×1080 (60i/50i) and it is not possible to create discs with the original image quality.
details, refer to the device's operating instructions. [266] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection. When the memory card is removed, the USB cable is disconnected, or the product is turned off in the middle of a read or write operation. When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the product in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the product. 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.
are not guaranteed. Notes on playing movies on other devices Movies recorded by your camera may not be playable properly on other devices. Also, movies recorded by devices other than your camera may not be able to playback on your camera. Discs of AVCHD movies recorded by your camera can only be played back on devices supporting AVCHD format. DVD players and DVD recorders do not support AVCHD format, so they cannot playback AVCHD movie discs.
Make sure not to bump the lens or subject it to force. Do not hold the camera by the monitor or viewfinder. When the lens is in operation, be careful not to catch your fingers or any other objects in the lens. When pushing down the viewfinder, be careful not to catch your fingers in the viewfinder. Do not force down the viewfinder when the eye piece is pulled out. If water, sand, or dust adheres to the viewfinder, it may cause a malfunction.
This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or whether the battery pack is charged or discharged. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the product. However, if you use the product for only short periods, it gradually discharges. If you do not use the product at all for about 1 month(s) it becomes completely discharged.
off a computer while this product is connected to the computer via USB cable. Doing so may cause a malfunction of this product. Disconnect the product and the computer before performing the above operations. We do not guarantee charging if you are using a self-built or modified computer. Charging time (Full charge) The charging time is approximately 150 minutes using the AC adaptor (supplied). The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).
A: Battery level high B: Battery exhausted It takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery indicator to appear. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. If you do not operate the product for a certain period of time while the power is on, the product turns off automatically (Auto power-off function). If the remaining battery time does not appear on the screen, press the DISP (Display Setting) button to display it.
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. Check that the battery pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new or different one and check that the newly inserted battery is charging correctly.
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. Do not remove the battery pack or the memory card or turn the camera off while the access lamp is illuminated. This may cause the data on the memory card to become damaged.
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. Wipe in a spiral pattern from the center to the outside. Do not spray lens cleaning solution directly onto the lens surface. Cleaning the flash Clean the flash surface before use.
memory card.
[273] How to Use Precautions/This product recordable time of movies Number of recordable still images and 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. These numbers are the total times of all movie files on the memory card. The recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.
60p 50M 50p 50M 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 35 m 32 GB: 1 h 15 m 64 GB: 2 h 35 m 30p 50M 25p 50M 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 35 m 32 GB: 1 h 15 m 64 GB: 2 h 35 m 24p 50M* 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 35 m 32 GB: 1 h 15 m 64 GB: 2 h 35 m 120p 100M 100p 100M 8 GB: 9 m 16 GB: 15 m 32 GB: 35 m 64 GB: 1 h 15 m 120p 60M 100p 60M 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 30 m 32 GB: 1 h 64 GB: 2 h 5 m [ File Format]: [AVCHD] 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 8 GB: 40 m 16 GB: 1 h 25 m 32 GB: 3 h 64 GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH)
8 GB: 55 m 16 GB: 2 h 32 GB: 4 h 5 m 64 GB: 8 h 15 m 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS) 8 GB: 35 m 16 GB: 1 h 15 m 32 GB: 2 h 30 m 64 GB: 5 h 5 m 24p 24M(FX) 25p 24M(FX) 8 GB: 40 m 16 GB: 1 h 25 m 32 GB: 3 h 64 GB: 6 h 24p 17M(FH) 25p 17M(FH) 8 GB: 55 m 16 GB: 2 h 32 GB: 4 h 5 m 64 GB: 8 h 15 m [ File Format]: [MP4] 1920x1080 60p 28M 1920x1080 50p 28M 8 GB: 35 m 16 GB: 1 h 15 m 32 GB: 2 h 35 m 64 GB: 5 h 20 m 1920x1080 30p 16M 1920x1080 25p 16M 8 GB: 1 h 16 GB: 2 h 32 GB: 4 h 10 m 64 GB: 8 h 25 m 1280x720 30p 6M 12
16 GB: 5 h 20 m 32 GB: 10 h 55 m 64 GB: 22 h *Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. When using the camera's default settings, continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (max.) for each shooting at a temperature of approximately 25°C (77°F). However, the recording time is approximately 5 minutes when shooting movies in XAVC S 4K or XAVC S HD 120p/100p format.
turned on, the temperature inside the camera will rise and the recording time available will be shorter. When is indicated, stop recording the movie. If the camera stops recording due to the temperature, leave it for several minutes with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera drops fully.
Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc. PAL-M system: Brazil PAL-N system: Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system: Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. [276] How to Use Precautions/This product Other information ZEISS lens The camera is equipped with a ZEISS lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast.
[278] How to Use Precautions/This product Other information License Notes on the License This product comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product.
[279] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation.
In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified in all cases in this manual. [280] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the product, try the following solutions. 1. Check the items under “Troubleshooting”, then check the product.
[282] 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. Charge the battery pack before use. Make sure that the battery is NP-BX1. [283] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The power turns off suddenly.
level. This phenomenon occurs when you use the product in an extremely hot or cold location. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. [286] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack. Make sure that the battery is NP-BX1. Remove the battery pack and then reinsert it into the product.
The monitor does not turn on even when the product is turned on. [FINDER/MONITOR] has been set to [Viewfinder(Manual)] and the Electronic Viewfinder is popped up. Push down the Electronic Viewfinder or change [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Auto]. [289] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies You cannot record images. 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.
The noise reduction function is processing an image. This is not a malfunction. You are shooting in RAW mode. Since RAW data files are large, RAW mode shooting may take time. The [Auto HDR] function is processing an image. The product is compiling images. [292] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The same image is captured multiple times. Set the drive mode to [Single Shooting].
[Focus Mode] has been set to [Manual Focus]. Set [Focus Mode] to a setting other than [Manual Focus]. When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes. [295] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Zoom does not work. You cannot use zoom functions during Sweep Panorama shooting. You can use only the optical zoom in the following situations: When using Smile Shutter function. During Self-portrait shooting. [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG].
Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. [298] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The close-up shooting function (Macro) does not work. The product automatically adjusts the focus. Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. Focus adjustment may take some time when shooting a close subject. The close-up shooting function is unavailable when [Scene Selection] is set to [Fireworks].
The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings. Readjust the settings. [302] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image colors are not correct. Adjust [White Balance]. [Picture Effect] is set. Set [Picture Effect] to [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set. Set [Picture Profile] to [Off]. To reset settings to default, perform [Setting Reset].
[305] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The eyes of the subject come out red. Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On]. Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. Light the room and shoot the subject. [306] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Dots appear and remain on the screen. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded.
[FINDER/MONITOR] has been set to [Monitor(Manual)]. Change [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Auto] or [Viewfinder(Manual)]. Bring your eye close to the viewfinder. [310] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies No images appear on the monitor. If you shoot images at waist height when [FINDER/MONITOR] has been set to [Auto] and the viewfinder is popped up, the monitor will turn off due to the reaction of the eye sensor. Set [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Monitor(Manual)] or push down the viewfinder.
condition. [313] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The color tones of the image displayed on the monitor/the viewfinder look unnatural. [Gamma Disp. Assist] has been activated. Set [Gamma Disp. Assist] to [Off]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not working properly. The [Picture Profile] settings are cancelled when you select other than [Off] for [Picture Effect], even if [Gamma] is set to [S-Log2]. Therefore, the color tones are not displayed correctly when [Gamma Disp.
[316] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The flash takes too long to recharge. The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. [317] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The control wheel does not work. [Wheel Lock] is on. Hold down the Fn button until the lock is released, or set the [Wheel Lock] to [Unlock].
The screen display is set to display images only. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control wheel to display the information. [320] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The color tones of the image being played back look unnatural. The [Gamma Disp. Assist] setting is not appropriate for the recorded image. To display the color tones correctly, use the correct setting for [Gamma Disp. Assist]. [321] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image cannot be deleted.
[324] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product due to signal conditions. 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. [325] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [WPS Push] does not work.
You cannot send XAVC S movies to a smartphone. You cannot send AVCHD movies to a smartphone. Set [ [MP4] before recording movies. [328] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting File Format] to Wi-Fi [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. When the remaining battery level is low, [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again.
Do not place any metal objects other than a smartphone near the (N mark). Do not contact two or more smartphones to this product at the same time. If another NFC-based application is running on your smartphone, terminate that application. Switch to shooting mode before touching the smartphone to the product. The application will not activate if the product is in playback mode. [331] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers The computer does not recognize this product.
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. [334] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. Use PlayMemories Home to copy images that are stored on a computer onto a memory card inserted into this product and view them on this product.
The color of the image is strange. 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. [338] 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.
[340] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The lens gets fogged. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the product and leave it for about an hour before using it. [341] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with the lens portion extended. Do not attempt to force lens that has stopped moving. Insert a charged battery pack, then turn the product on again.
battery, and set aside for 24 hours or more with the power left off. [344] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two images at a time. This is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on the image when you shoot a JPEG image. [345] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others Settings are reset even though resetting operation has not been performed.
Sound may be produced when the product is shaken while the power is turned off, but this is not a malfunction. [348] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others “--E-” appears on the screen. Remove the memory card, and insert it again. If the problem persists even after performing this procedure, format the memory card. [349] Troubleshooting Messages Messages Self-diagnosis display If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on this product is working.
E:91:□□ A product malfunction has occurred. Initialize this product, then turn the power on again. E:94:□□ There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E. [350] Troubleshooting Messages Messages Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time.
switch with the switch set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Cannot open the shutter since the memory card is not inserted. No memory card has been inserted. To release the shutter without inserting a memory card into the camera, set [Release w/o Card] to [Enable]. In this case, images will not be saved. This memory card may not be capable of recording and playing normally. An incompatible memory card is inserted. Processing...
file by the product is possible. Unable to register to the database file. Import all the images to a computer and recover the memory card. Image DataBase File error There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. 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.
Overly bright conditions Lock-on AF Varying levels of brightness Lock-on AF High Frame Rate Flickering lights Sweep Panorama High Frame Rate Subjects too close to the product Sweep Panorama Subjects with large movements or subjects that move too quickly Superior Auto 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 Sens Scenes changing constantly, suc
