Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page Before Use DSC-TX20 Shooting User Guide Viewing Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camera.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use Before Use Before Use Shooting How to use this User Guide Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings How to use this User Guide Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen Names of parts List of icons displayed on the screen Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Using the wrist strap Using the wrist strap Using the paint pen Printing Using the paint pen Troubleshooting Precautio
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting Before Use Shooting Shooting Shooting still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Shooting still images Zoom (Still images) Shooting movies Changing settings Shooting movies Viewing images on a TV Zoom (Movies) Using with your computer Printing Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Setting REC mode Shooting mode functions Intelligent Auto Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Cont
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing Before Use Viewing Shooting Viewing still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Viewing still images Playback zoom Wide Zoom Viewing burst images Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Viewing burst images Viewing movies Viewing movies Viewing panoramic images Troubleshooting Scrolling the panoramic images for display Precautions/About this camera Contents list Viewing 3D i
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting Using MENU items (Shooting) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Using MENU items (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) Movie shooting scene Changing settings Easy Mode Viewing images on a TV Scene Selection Using with your computer Flash Self-Timer Printing Defocus Effect Troubleshooting Still Image Size(Dual Rec) Precautions/About this camera Con
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) Before Use Using MENU items (Viewing) Shooting Using MENU items (Viewing) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Using MENU items (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing) Easy Mode Changing settings Date Select Viewing images on a TV Calendar Using with your computer Image Index Slideshow Printing Delete Troubleshooting Send by TransferJet Precautions/About this camera Contents list Paint Retouch 3D Vi
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings Before Use Changing settings Shooting Changing settings Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing camera settings Shooting Settings Movie format Changing settings AF Illuminator Viewing images on a TV Grid Line Using with your computer Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Printing Wind Noise Reduct. Troubleshooting Scene Recog.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV Before Use Viewing images on a TV Shooting Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Viewing images on a TV Using with your compute
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer Before Use Using with your computer Shooting Recommended computer environment Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Recommended computer environment Using the software “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Changing settings Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Viewing images on a TV “Music Transfer” Using with your computer Printing Software for Mac Importing images to a computer Connecting the camera t
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Printing Before Use Printing Shooting Printing still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Printing still images Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 11
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting Before Use Troubleshooting Shooting If you have problems Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) If you have problems Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Changing settings Shooting still images/movies Viewing images on a TV Viewing images Using with your computer Computers Memory card Printing Internal memory Troubleshooting Printing Precautions/About this camera Contents list Touch Panel/Screen Other
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera Before Use Precautions/About this camera Shooting Precautions Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Precautions On the internal rechargeable backup battery Using MENU items (Viewing) Battery pack Changing settings Charging the battery pack Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Memory card On cleaning On cleaning Number of still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Troubleshootin
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Contents list Before Use Contents list Shooting Viewing Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Names of parts List of icons displayed on the screen Using the wrist strap Using the wrist strap Using the paint pen Troubleshooting Precautions/Ab
Background Defocus Picture Effect Scene Selection 3D Still Image 3D Sweep Panorama Sweep Multi Angle Functions not available in some REC modes Using shooting functions Tracking focus Back to top Viewing Viewing still images Viewing still images Playback zoom Wide Zoom Viewing burst images Viewing burst images Viewing movies Viewing movies Viewing panoramic images Scrolling the panoramic images for display Viewing 3D images Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Back to top Using ME
ISO White Balance Underwater White Balance Focus Metering Mode Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot In-Camera Guide Shooting MENU list MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Using MENU items (Viewing) Using MENU items (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing) Easy Mode Date Select Calendar Image Index Slideshow Delete Send by TransferJet Paint Retouch 3D Viewing View Mode Display Cont.
Shooting Settings Movie format AF Illuminator Grid Line Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Wind Noise Reduct. Scene Recog. Guide Red Eye Reduction Blink Alert Write Date Main Settings Beep Panel Brightness Language Setting Display color Demo Mode Initialize CTRL FOR HDMI Housing USB Connect Setting USB Power Supply LUN Setting Download Music Empty Music TransferJet Eye-Fi Power Save Version Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder Delete REC.
Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to top Using with your computer Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment Using the software “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) “Music Transfer” Software for Mac Importing images to a computer Connecting the camera to the computer Importing images to a computer Deleting the USB connection Creating a disc of movies Selecting the method f
Situations this camera has difficulty handling Situations this camera has difficulty handling Back to top Precautions/About this camera Precautions Precautions On the internal rechargeable backup battery Battery pack Charging the battery pack Memory card On cleaning On cleaning Number of still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Recordable time of movies Using the camera abroad Using the camera abroad On TV color systems About this camera Carl Zeiss lens AVCHD format TransferJet sta
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide Before Use How to use this User Guide Shooting Viewing Selecting a topic to display Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page Printing out a page Marks and notations used in this User Guide Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting This User Guide explains how to use
Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button. Returning to a previous page Use the browser’s back button to return to a previously viewed page, or use the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to display the desired page.
Marks and notations used in this User Guide In this User Guide, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows ( ) (A). Operate the camera in the order indicated. Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camera is in its default settings. . The default setting is indicated by indicates information that is useful to know.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > Names of parts Before Use Names of parts Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Microphone Lens cover Flash Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator Lens (Playback) button MOVIE (Movie) button LCD screen/Touch
Power/Charge lamp Shutter button W/T (zoom) lever Hook for wrist strap HDMI mini jack Multi connector (Type3b) Memory card slot Access lamp Battery eject lever Connector cover Battery/Memory card cover (TransferJet™) mark Battery insertion slot Tripod receptacle Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 24
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > List of icons displayed on the screen Before Use Shooting List of icons displayed on the screen Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer List of shooting mode icons List of viewing mode icons Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status.
Soft Skin Effect HDR Painting effect Color hue Extracted Color Display Indication Close Focus Red-eye reduction AE/AF lock NR slow shutter 125 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value ISO400 ISO number +2.0EV Exposure value AF range finder frame indicator Flash mode Wind Noise Reduction Flash charging Display Indication 9 Number of recordable images (Dual Rec) Battery remaining Low battery warning Touch panel invalid 1.
Image size/Panorama image size/Quality AF range finder frame Spot metering cross-hairs Self-timer Warning indicator pertaining to still image recording Number of recordable images 96 Write Date Destination Enable/Disable touch panel List of viewing mode icons Display Indication Playback Media (Memory card, internal memory) Image number/Number of images recorded in the selected date range or in the folder 12/12 Image size/Panorama image size/Quality Burst Images Main image in the burst group Playback
Print order (DPOF) Overheating warning Enlargement unavailable Eye-Fi Display Indication 101-0012 Folder-file number 2012-1-1 9:30 AM Recorded date/time of the playback image Display Indication TransferJet settings Battery remaining Low battery warning View mode Metering Mode Flash mode White balance +2.0EV Exposure value Display Indication C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display ISO400 ISO number 500 Shutter speed F3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Using the wrist strap > Using the wrist strap Before Use Using the wrist strap Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped or submerged.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Using the paint pen > Using the paint pen Before Use Using the paint pen Shooting Viewing The paint pen is used when operating the touch panel. It attaches to the wrist strap. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Notes Do not carry the camera by holding the paint pen. The camera may drop.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Taking advantage of the touch panel > Taking advantage of the touch panel Before Use Taking advantage of the touch panel Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) The available functions may differ according to the screen mode. Touch the screen to perform operations such as enlarging desired images or selecting a function with your finger.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Customizing the desired items > Customizing the desired items Before Use Customizing the desired items Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings You can customize the buttons to the desired shooting modes or MENU items and layout, so that you can conveniently locate frequently used buttons.
Reducing the number of icons in the customization area Touch a MENU icon inside the customization area and drag it to the right. Note You cannot customize the MENU icon in Easy Mode.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Using the internal memory > Using the internal memory Before Use Using the internal memory Shooting Viewing On image data stored in the internal memory Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The camera has approximately 19 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. You can record still images on the internal memory when there is no memory card inserted in the camera.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Using the In-Camera Guide > In-Camera Guide Before Use In-Camera Guide Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) This camera is equipped with built-in instruction guide. This allows you to search the camera’s functions according to your needs. You can use the selected function after reading the guide. 1. Touch (In-Camera Guide). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Shooting still images Before Use Shooting still images Shooting Viewing 1. Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 2. Hold the camera steady as illustrated and compose the shot. Do not put your fingers on the flash or lens when shooting.
Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. The subject is seen through glass. The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Zoom (Still images) Before Use Zoom (Still images) Shooting Viewing Available zoom Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Zoom scale Enlarges images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 4×. Optical zoom allows you to enlarge an image without deteriorating its original quality.
Zooming images without B deterioration [Still Image Size]: other than [16M] [Clear Image Zoom]: [Off] [Digital Zoom]: [Off] Shooting clear images using C [Clear Image Zoom] (close to the original image quality) [Clear Image Zoom]: [On] [Digital Zoom]: [Off] D Zooming to the maximum zoom range [Clear Image Zoom]: [On] [Digital Zoom]: [On] [Clear Image Zoom] may not be available for some settings.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Shooting movies Before Use Shooting movies Shooting Viewing 1. Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 2. Press the MOVIE (Movie) button (A) to start recording. Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 3. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Zoom (Movies) Before Use Zoom (Movies) Shooting Viewing Available zoom Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Zoom scale Enlarges images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 4×. Optical zoom allows you to enlarge an image without deteriorating its original quality. 1.
Image size Movie mode A: Optical zoom D: Zoom with maximum zoom scale 16× 4× Notes [Clear Image Zoom] is not available while recording movies. The camera zooms slowly while recording movies.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Before Use Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can shoot still images while recording a movie. The camera keeps recording the movie even if you shoot still images. Up to 10 still images can be shot during one movie recording. 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Shooting mode functions Before Use Shooting mode functions Shooting Viewing You can select the shooting mode based on condition and objective. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Intelligent Auto Before Use Intelligent Auto Shooting Viewing On Scene Recognition Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Features of Auto shooting modes Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
(Superior Auto) (Program Auto) Use when you shoot images under difficult conditions, such as low light or backlit scenes. Use when you want to shoot a higher-quality image than in (Intelligent Auto) mode. Continuous shooting, Smile Shutter Use when you want to shoot using customized shooting settings with Scene the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) adjusted Recognition automatically. Notes In [Intelligent Auto] mode, you may be unable to shoot low light or backlit scenes clearly.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Superior Auto Before Use Superior Auto Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The camera combines Scene Recognition and high-quality image technology to automatically shoot the images with the optimal settings. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Spotlight Low Light Tripod Move : Overlaying processing Hand-held Twilight Anti Motion Blur Backlight Correction HDR The camera automatically selects an overlaying mode based on the recognized scene, and (overlay) appears on the screen. Notes When the camera overlays the images, it takes more time to record an image. In low light conditions such as night scenes, set [Flash] to [Off] to achieve the optimal effect of the overlaid images.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Movie Mode Before Use Movie Mode Shooting Viewing Allows you to record movies. You can select various settings using the menu for movie mode. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2. (REC Mode) (Movie Mode) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting 3. Press the MOVIE (Movie) button. Precautions/About this camera 4.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Program Auto Before Use Program Auto Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > iSweep Panorama Before Use iSweep Panorama Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Allows you to create a panoramic image from composite images. The camera also automatically detects people’s faces or moving subjects. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Vertical direction Horizontal direction First, press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus and exposure. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan or tilt the camera. If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the image composition may fail. In such case, adjust the frame composition so that the section is in the center of the image, then shoot again.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Underwater iSweep Panorama Before Use Underwater iSweep Panorama Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Viewing) When using Underwater iSweep Panorama, white balance is suited for shooting in underwater. Allows you to create a panoramic image from composite images. The camera also automatically detects people’s faces or moving subjects.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Background Defocus Before Use Background Defocus Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot an image with image processing so that the subject stands out from the background. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Precautions/About this camera 2.
Zoom scale and position of the subject When you shoot a flower and a small item from close up, slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side. For shooting people, move a short distance away from the subject and slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side. To lock the focus on the subject more easily, use the tracking focus function of the camera. [Details] Notes When shooting, hold the camera still to reduce camera shake.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Picture Effect Before Use Picture Effect Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot a still image with an original texture according to the desired effect. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2. (REC Mode) (Picture Effect) desired mode If you want to select other Picture Effect mode, select from REC mode.
(Toy camera) Allows you to shoot a pop art-like colorful image with emphasis on the color tone. (Pop Color) Allows you to shoot an image that makes a strong impression by leaving a specified color on portions of a monochrome image. You can select the color to extract using (Extracted Color). (Partial Color) Allows you to shoot soft, clear images with an emphasis on brightness.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2. (REC Mode) (Scene Selection) desired mode If you want to select other Scene Selection mode, select from REC Mode.
Allows you to shoot three images having different exposures to create a single image with a greater range of gradation. (Backlight Correction HDR) Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere. (Night Portrait) Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. (Night Scene) Allows you to shoot night scenes with less noise without using a tripod.
Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight. (Beach) Allows you to record clear images preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white. (Snow) Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor. (Fireworks) Allows you to shoot underwater in natural colors. (Underwater) Allows you to capture fast moving subjects outdoors or in other bright places.
Some Scene Selection modes are available also in movie mode, but the selectable modes are limited.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > 3D Still Image Before Use 3D Still Image Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting a 3D image. Images recorded using the 3D functions can be played back stereoscopically on a 3D TV. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. (REC Mode) (3D Shooting) (3D Still Image) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 2. Shoot with the shutter button.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > 3D Sweep Panorama Before Use 3D Sweep Panorama Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Multiple images are shot while the camera is moving, and these images are compiled into a 3D image. The recorded image can be played back on a 3D TV. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Notes 3D images are played back as standard still images on this camera. 3D images consist of a JPEG file and an MPO file. If either file is deleted on your computer, the camera may not operate correctly. If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the camera faster to record a full 3D image. Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Sweep Multi Angle Before Use Sweep Multi Angle Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Viewing) As you sweep the camera, the camera shoots multiple images, then compiles them into one stereoscopic image. It shoots an image that can be played back as a stereoscopic image by tilting the camera to the right or left, and an image that can be played back on a 3D TV. Changing settings 1.
Related Topic Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 68
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Functions not available in some REC modes Before Use Functions not available in some REC modes Shooting Viewing Functions available in REC modes Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Functions available in Scene Selection Functions available in Picture Effect In the table below, a checkmark indicates a user-changeable function, while — indicates an unchangeable one.
— (Night Scene) (Hand-held Twilight) — (High Sensitivity) — — — — (Gourmet) — (Pet) — (Beach) — (Snow) — (Fireworks) (Underwater) — — — — Face Detection Tracking focus — — — (Hi-Speed Shutter) * [Off] cannot be selected for [Face Detection].
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Tracking focus Before Use Tracking focus Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) The camera tracks the subject and adjusts the focus automatically even when the subject is moving (Tracking focus). Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Touch Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list to cancel the tracking focus.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Viewing still images Before Use Viewing still images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select an image with / .
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Playback zoom Before Use Playback zoom Shooting Viewing To save enlarged images Using MENU items (Shooting) Enlarges the image being played back. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Wide Zoom Before Use Wide Zoom Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) In single-image mode, still images at a 4:3 aspect ratio are displayed over the entire screen. In this case, the top and bottom of the image will be slightly cropped. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 1. Press the Troubleshooting 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing burst images > Viewing burst images Before Use Viewing burst images Shooting Viewing Tilt playback Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Unfold You can select the playback method for continuous (burst) shots when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] and [Display Cont. Shooting Group] is set to [Display Main Image Only].
Unfold If you touch , only the main image is displayed. You can display a line-up of images by following the procedure below. 1. Display the main image in playback mode, then touch The images are displayed in the index. When images are displayed in an index, . is displayed on the main image. / to display each image in a burst group. 2. Touch You can also select an image to be displayed by touching the thumbnail image at the bottom of the screen. 3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing movies > Viewing movies Before Use Viewing movies Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select a movie with / . Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting 3. Touch on the screen. When you touch the screen during playback, operation buttons are displayed.
Closes the control panel To display only movies on the index screen You can view only movie thumbnails on the index screen by touching MENU (View Mode) (Folder view (MP4)) or (AVCHD view). (Folder view (MP4)): Displays MP4-format movie thumbnails on the index screen. (AVCHD view): Displays AVCHD-format movie thumbnails on the index screen. When a movie file is played back to the end, the camera automatically starts playing back the next movie file.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing panoramic images > Scrolling the panoramic images for display Before Use Scrolling the panoramic images for display Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can scroll panoramic images by touching the playback icon while panoramic images are being displayed. In playing back, touch the screen to display the operation buttons.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing 3D images > Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Before Use Shooting Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings You can view the stereoscopic images shot in [Sweep Multi Angle] mode by tilting the camera to the right or left. 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Using MENU items (Shooting) Before Use Shooting Using MENU items (Shooting) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV You can display and easily select the functions that can be used on the currently displayed screen during shooting. 1. Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2. Touch the MENU icon to display the MENU screen.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting scene Before Use Movie shooting scene Shooting Viewing On Scene Recognition Using MENU items (Shooting) Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene when the camera is in movie mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. (REC Mode) (Movie Mode) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting 2.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Easy Mode Before Use Easy Mode Shooting Viewing On Scene Recognition Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting functions available in Easy Mode (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. Changing settings 1.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings For still images: 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash to reduce subject blur. (Anti Motion Blur)* Allows easy shooting of distant scenes by focusing in the distance. Shoots vivid blue sky and flora colors. (Landscape) Allows you to shoot three images having different exposures to create a single image with a greater range of gradation. (Backlight Correction HDR)* Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere.
For still images, allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. For movies, allows you to record low light scenes with more brightness. (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright color. (Gourmet)* Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. (Pet)* Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight.
Allows you to shoot underwater in natural colors. (Underwater) Allows you to capture fast moving subjects outdoors or in other bright places. The shutter speed becomes faster, so images shot in dark places become darker. (Hi-Speed Shutter)* Note (Night Portrait), (Night Scene) or (Fireworks) mode, the When you shoot images using shutter speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Flash Before Use Flash Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. (Flash) desired mode If the button is not displayed on the left side of the screen, touch MENU. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list (Auto) Flashes when shooting in low light or backlit conditions.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Self-Timer Before Use Self-Timer Shooting Viewing Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. (Self-Timer) desired mode If the button is not displayed on the left side of the screen, touch MENU.
You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Defocus Effect Before Use Defocus Effect Shooting Viewing Sets the level of background defocus effect when shooting in Background Defocus mode. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. (REC Mode) 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Still Image Size(Dual Rec) Before Use Still Image Size(Dual Rec) Shooting Viewing Sets the still image size shot while recording a movie. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. MENU (Still Image Size(Dual Rec)) desired size If the button is not displayed on the left side of the screen, touch MENU.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Before Use Shooting Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Image size when shooting still images 3D Still Image Size Image size in Easy Mode Image size when shooting using Sweep Panorama/Underwater iSweep Panorama Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing The image size d
3D Still Image Size 1. (Still Image Size) desired size (4608×3456) For prints up to A3+ size (4608×2592) For viewing on a high-definition TV and printing up to A3 size Note When you print still images recorded at a 16:9 aspect ratio or panoramic images, both edges may be cut off. Image size in Easy Mode 1. (Still Image Size) desired size Large Shoots images in [16M] size. Small Shoots images in [5M] size. Image size when shooting using Sweep Panorama/Underwater iSweep Panorama 1.
(Vertical: 4912 × 1920) (High Resolution) Shoots high-resolution panorama in 43M. (Horizontal: 10480 × 4096) Note If you cannot print panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] size due to the large size, use the resize function in the software “PlayMemories Home”. “PlayMemories Home” allows you to resize panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] to 50%, etc.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Movie Quality/Movie Size Before Use Movie Quality/Movie Size Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit-rate), the higher the image quality.
MP4 12M 12 Mbps Shoots at 1440×1080 size MP4 6M 6 Mbps Shoots at 1280×720 size MP4 3M 3 Mbps Shoots at VGA size Notes A telephoto image is produced when [MP4 3M] image size is selected. When you create AVCHD discs from movies recorded in [AVC HD 24M (FX)], it will take time as the image quality must be converted. To save [AVC HD 24M (FX)] movies without converting the image quality, use Blu-ray discs.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Cont. Shooting Settings Before Use Cont. Shooting Settings Shooting Viewing The camera shoots up to 10 continuous frames in one burst when you hold down the shutter button. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Cont.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Macro Before Use Macro Shooting Viewing Use this setting to capture beautiful close-up images of small subjects such as insects or flowers. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. MENU (Macro) desired mode. Depending on the REC mode, this is set using buttons displayed on the left side of the screen.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > HDR Painting effect Before Use HDR Painting effect Shooting Viewing When you select [HDR Painting] in Picture Effect, set the effect level. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Area of emphasis Before Use Area of emphasis Shooting Viewing When you select [Miniature] in Picture Effect, set the part you want attention on. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Color hue Before Use Color hue Shooting Viewing When you select [Toy camera] in Picture Effect, adjust the color hue. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Extracted Color Before Use Extracted Color Shooting Viewing When you select [Partial Color] in Picture Effect, select the color to extract. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. (Extracted Color) desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list (Red) Extracts red only.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > EV Before Use EV Shooting Viewing You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. MENU (EV) Depending on the REC mode, this is set using buttons displayed on the left side of the screen. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > ISO Before Use ISO Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Adjusts the luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Program Auto or [Underwater] is selected in Scene Selection. In movie mode, [ISO] is fixed to [Auto]. You cannot change the settings. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > White Balance Before Use White Balance Shooting Viewing To capture the basic white color in One Push Set mode Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 1.
Effects of lighting conditions The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color tones are adjusted automatically, but you can adjust color tones manually using the White Balance function. Daylight (White as Standard) Cloudy (Bluish) Fluorescent (Green-tinged) Incandescent (Reddish) Notes When shooting with a flash in other than [Flash] mode, [White Balance] is set to [Auto].
When flash mode is set to [On] or [Slow Synchro], the white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Underwater White Balance Before Use Underwater White Balance Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Adjusts the color tone when the camera is set to [Underwater] mode in Scene Selection, or [Underwater iSweep Panorama] in [Panorama Shooting Scene]. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Focus Before Use Focus Shooting Viewing Focusing on subjects near the edge of the screen Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically.
Hold the camera steady so as not to misalign the subject and the AF range finder frame. Notes When you use the following functions, the AF range finder frame is disabled and a dotted line appears instead. In this case, the camera works to focus on the subjects at the center of the screen. Zoom functions other than optical zoom AF illuminator If tracking focus is activated, the camera focuses with priority on the subject to be tracked.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Metering Mode Before Use Metering Mode Shooting Viewing Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Recognition Before Use Scene Recognition Shooting Viewing Advanced mode Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When a motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur.
When [Anti Blink] is displayed, 2 images are taken automatically and the image with the eyes open is selected automatically. [Details] Notes The Scene Recognition function does not operate when you shoot images using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. (Portrait), (Infant), (Night Portrait) or (Backlight Portrait) are not recognized in tracking focus mode. The available flash settings are [Auto] and [Off]. These scenes may not be recognized depending on the situation.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Soft Skin Effect Before Use Soft Skin Effect Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) When the Face Detection function is activated, sets whether to use the Soft Skin effect, and the effect level. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Smile Shutter Before Use Smile Shutter Shooting Viewing When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Smile Shutter) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 2. Wait for a smile to be detected.
You can select or register the priority subject for face detection with [Face Detection]. When the selected face is registered in the camera memory, Smile Detection is performed only for that face. [Details] If a smile is not detected, select MENU [Smile Detection Sensitivity], then set the value to [Slight Smile]. Notes Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when either the memory card or internal memory becomes full. Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Smile Detection Sensitivity Before Use Smile Detection Sensitivity Shooting Viewing Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Face Detection Before Use Face Detection Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) When the Face Detection function is used, the camera detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red-eye reduction settings automatically.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Anti Blink Before Use Anti Blink Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings When Scene Selection is set to [Soft Skin] or [Soft Snap] and the subject blinks while you are shooting an image, the camera automatically shoots two images consecutively. The camera will automatically select, display and record the image in which the eyes are not blinked. 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Movie SteadyShot Before Use Movie SteadyShot Shooting Viewing The strength of the SteadyShot effect when shooting movies can be adjusted. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > In-Camera Guide Before Use In-Camera Guide Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings This camera is equipped with built-in instruction guide. This allows you to search the camera’s functions according to your needs. You can use the selected function after reading the guide. 1. Touch (In-Camera Guide).
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Shooting MENU list > MENU items not available in some REC modes Before Use Shooting MENU items not available in some REC modes Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings MENU items not available in Scene Selection/Picture Effect mode In the table below, a checkmark indicates settings that can be changed, while Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Menu items Printing Movie sh
Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot In-Camera Guide (Settings) MENU items not available in Scene Selection/Picture Effect mode The icons below Menu items or indicate the available modes. (Still images) Movie shooting scene Easy Mode Flash Self-Timer Defocus Effect Still Image Size(Dual Rec) Still Image Size Panorama Image Size Movie Quality Movie Size Cont.
Underwater White Balance Focus Metering Mode Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect* 2 Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection* 3 Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot In-Camera Guide (Settings) *1 [Flash] cannot be selected for [White Balance] when Scene Selection is set to (Hand-held Twilight) or (Anti Motion Blur), (High Sensitivity). *2 [Off] cannot be selected for [Soft Skin Effect] when Scene Selection is set to (Soft Skin).
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Using MENU items (Viewing) Before Use Shooting Using MENU items (Viewing) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can select the various viewing functions easily from the screen. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the Changing settings 2. Touch MENU to display the Menu screen. The 4 menu items usually displayed under MENU will not appear on the MENU screen.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Easy Mode Before Use Easy Mode Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) When viewing still images in Easy Mode, the playback screen text becomes larger, indicators become easier to see, and fewer functions can be used. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Date Select Before Use Date Select Shooting Viewing Selects the desired image to view by date. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. Touch (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Date Select). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera 3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Calendar Before Use Calendar Shooting Viewing This feature selects the date to be played back on the calendar when using Date View. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. Touch MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Calendar). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting 3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Image Index Before Use Image Index Shooting Viewing Displays multiple images at the same time. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. Touch (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Image Index). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera 3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Slideshow Before Use Slideshow Shooting Viewing Continuous Playback Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Slideshow with music Images are automatically played back in succession. 1. Press the Changing settings Viewing images on a TV 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Playback Selection Selects the group of images to be shown. The setting is fixed to [Folder] when the internal memory is used to record images. All Plays a slideshow of all the images in order. This Date Plays a slideshow of images with the currently selected date range when View Mode is [Date View]. Folder Plays a slideshow of images in the currently selected folder in Folder View. Effects Selects the playback speed and mood for slideshows.
Selecting background music You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back during slideshow. To transfer music, install the “Music Transfer” software to your computer.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Delete Before Use Delete Shooting Viewing Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. (Delete) (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Send by TransferJet Before Use Send by TransferJet Shooting Viewing Receiving images using TransferJet Using MENU items (Shooting) Using separately sold TransferJet-compatible devices Printing TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other.
Receiving images using TransferJet 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (TransferJet) marks on the camera and sending device to receive images. 2. Closely align the A notification sound is emitted when connection is made. Tips for sending and receiving data successfully Closely align the (TransferJet) marks on the camera and other device. The transfer rate and range differ depending on the angle at which the (TransferJet) marks are aligned.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Paint Before Use Paint Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Paints or adds stamps to a still image and saves it as a new file. The original image is retained. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 1. Press the Troubleshooting 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Clear all Erases all painting.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Retouch Before Use Retouch Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Retouches a recorded image and saves it as a new file. The original image is retained. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. MENU Changing settings (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Retouch) desired mode Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera 3.
masking) Touch the area (frame) of the desired image to retouch [Next] [OK]. Depending on the image, sufficient correction may not be applied and the image quality may deteriorate.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > 3D Viewing Before Use 3D Viewing Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Select [3D Viewing] when you want to play back images shot in 3D mode on the 3D TV. Connect the camera and the 3D TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. MENU Changing settings (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > View Mode Before Use View Mode Shooting Viewing Viewing images taken with a different camera Using MENU items (Shooting) Allows you to select the display format for images. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the Changing settings 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Display Cont. Shooting Group Before Use Display Cont. Shooting Group Shooting Viewing You can select to display burst images in groups or display all images during playback. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Protect Before Use Protect Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed for registered images. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Print (DPOF) Before Use Print (DPOF) Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later. The (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images. 1. Press the 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Rotate Before Use Rotate Shooting Viewing Rotates a still image. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 1. Press the 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Volume Before Use Volume Shooting Viewing Adjusts the volume for slideshow and movie playback. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Volume) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting 3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Exposure data Before Use Exposure data Shooting Viewing Sets whether or not to display the exposure data of the currently displayed file. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 1. Press the 2. MENU (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Number of images in index Before Use Number of images in index Shooting Viewing Sets the number of images displayed in the index screen. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the 2. Touch (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Image Index). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera 3.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > In-Camera Guide Before Use In-Camera Guide Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) This camera is equipped with built-in instruction guide. This allows you to search the camera’s functions according to your needs. You can use the selected function after reading the guide. 1. Touch (In-Camera Guide).
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback MENU list > MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Before Use Shooting MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) In the table below, a checkmark indicates a user-changeable function, while — indicates an unchangeable one.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Changing settings > Changing camera settings Before Use Changing camera settings Shooting Viewing You can change the settings on the [Settings] screen. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Touch MENU to display the Menu screen. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Movie format Before Use Movie format Shooting Viewing You can set the recording method used to record movies. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > AF Illuminator Before Use AF Illuminator Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The indicator appears at this time. Changing settings 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Grid Line Before Use Grid Line Shooting Viewing With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Clear Image Zoom Before Use Clear Image Zoom Shooting Viewing Total zoom scale when [Clear Image Zoom] is selected (including 4× optical zoom) Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer [Clear Image Zoom] allows you to enlarge the image with close to the original image quality when shooting still images.
VGA Approx. 57× 16:9(12M) Approx. 8× 16:9(2M) Approx.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Digital Zoom Before Use Digital Zoom Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Sets the total zoom scale (including 4× optical zoom).
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Wind Noise Reduct. Before Use Wind Noise Reduct. Shooting Viewing Reduces the noise of the wind when shooting movies. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2. MENU (Settings) (Shooting Settings) [Wind Noise Reduct.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Scene Recog. Guide Before Use Scene Recog. Guide Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can select whether or not the guide is displayed next to the Scene Recognition icon when Scene Recognition is activated. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Troubleshooting 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Red Eye Reduction Before Use Red Eye Reduction Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
(Pet) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in Scene Selection. When Smile Shutter function is activated.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Blink Alert Before Use Blink Alert Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When an image with the subject’s eyes closed is recorded while Face Detection is activated, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Write Date Before Use Write Date Shooting Viewing Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. Printing 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Beep Before Use Beep Shooting Viewing Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Beep] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Panel Brightness Before Use Panel Brightness Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can select the brightness level from 1 to 5. The screen becomes brighter as the number rises. When you use the camera in bright outside light, select a higher number to see the screen easier. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Language Setting Before Use Language Setting Shooting Viewing Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Display color Before Use Display color Shooting Viewing Sets the background color of the screen. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Display color] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Black White Sets the background color of the screen.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Demo Mode Before Use Demo Mode Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can set whether to use a demonstration of Smile Shutter or AVCHD movie playback. When there is no need to view a demonstration, set to [Off]. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Initialize Before Use Initialize Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute [Initialize] the images are retained. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > CTRL FOR HDMI Before Use CTRL FOR HDMI Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) This setting allows (TV) remote control of a camera that is connected to a “BRAVIA” Sync TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Housing Before Use Housing Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Displays the dedicated operation buttons when the camera is installed in a housing (Marine Pack). Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the housing. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > USB Connect Setting Before Use USB Connect Setting Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a USB device using the multi-use terminal USB cable (supplied). Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > USB Power Supply Before Use USB Power Supply Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Sets whether to use the USB power supplied function when the camera is connected to a computer or a USB device using the multi-use terminal USB cable (supplied). Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > LUN Setting Before Use LUN Setting Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Sets the display method for the recording media displayed on a computer screen or other monitor when the camera is connected with a computer or AV component using a USB connection. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Download Music Before Use Download Music Shooting Viewing You can change background music tracks using “Music Transfer.” Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Download Music] The message “Connect to PC” is displayed. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Empty Music Before Use Empty Music Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can delete all the background music files stored in the camera. It can be used in cases such as when the background music files are damaged and cannot be played. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > TransferJet Before Use TransferJet Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can select TransferJet communication settings. TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other.
Set the [TransferJet] function to [Off] in countries and regions other than where you purchased your camera. Depending on the country or region, if you use the TransferJet function, you may be liable due to local restrictions on transmission of electromagnetic waves.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Eye-Fi Before Use Eye-Fi Shooting Viewing Transferring image data using the Eye-Fi card Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Sets whether to use the upload function of an Eye-Fi card (commercially available), when you use the Eye-Fi card with this camera. [Eye-Fi] is displayed only when the Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. 1.
For details, contact Eye-Fi, Inc. Wireless LAN communication may be interrupted by the other communication devices. If data reception is insufficient, move the camera closer to the access point. Some Eye-Fi cards have an “Endless Memory Mode.” This product does not support “Endless Memory Mode.” Make sure that Eye-Fi cards that you insert into this product have “Endless Memory Mode” turned off. For details on setting “Endless Memory Mode”, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Power Save Before Use Power Save Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Sets the length of time until the screen goes dark and the time until the camera turns off.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Version Before Use Version Shooting Viewing Displays the software version installed on this camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool > Format Before Use Format Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Formats the memory card or the internal memory. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool > Create REC.Folder Before Use Create REC.Folder Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Creates a folder in a memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1. MENU (Settings) (Memory Card Tool) [Create REC.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool > Change REC.Folder Before Use Change REC.Folder Shooting Viewing Changes the folder in the memory card that is currently used for recording images. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Settings) (Memory Card Tool) [Change REC.Folder] Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 2. Select a folder with / [OK].
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool > Delete REC.Folder Before Use Delete REC.Folder Shooting Viewing Deletes a folder for recording images in a memory card. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU (Settings) (Memory Card Tool) [Delete REC.Folder] Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 2. Select a folder with / [OK].
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool > Copy Before Use Copy Shooting Viewing Copies all images in the internal memory to a memory card. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Insert a memory card with sufficient free capacity into the camera. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool > File Number Before Use File Number Shooting Viewing Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Clock Settings > Area Setting Before Use Area Setting Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that destination. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Clock Settings > Date & Time Setting Before Use Date & Time Setting Shooting Viewing Sets the date and time again. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV > Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Before Use Shooting Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV that has an HDMI jack using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). Changing settings 1.
Use an HDMI Cable with the HDMI logo. You cannot view images on a TV that does not have an HDMI connector. Recording may automatically stop to protect the camera after a period of time if you are shooting movies when the camera and TV are connected by an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Be sure to open the HDMI connector cover wide enough when connecting an HDMI cable to the camera.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Before Use Shooting Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV When you use a TV that has “BRAVIA” Sync (compatible with SYNC MENU) support, you can operate the playback functions of the camera using the remote controller
Exit Exits from the playback operations. Notes When the camera is connected to a TV set using an HDMI Cable, the functions that you can operate are limited. When you touch the screen of the camera while you operate the remote controller, the remote controller operation is temporarily interrupted. You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote controller of your TV by connecting your camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV > Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Before Use Shooting Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can view images recorded on the camera in standard picture quality by connecting the camera to a Standard Definition (SD) TV using a USB/AV/DC IN Cable for multi-use terminal (sold separately).
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Before Use Shooting Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can view 3D images recorded on the camera in 3D format by connecting the camera to a 3D TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Changing settings 1. Turn off both the camera and the TV.
When playing back a 3D image shot in [16:9] image size, scrolling playback is not available. Continuously plays back only 3D images. Touch the next/previous one. / to change the image to Continuous Playback Exit 3D Viewing Ends 3D playback. You can change the zoom scale for 3D still images using the W/T (zoom) lever. Notes When you select [3D Viewing] mode, only 3D images are displayed.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Recommended computer environment > Recommended computer environment Before Use Shooting Recommended computer environment Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing The following computer environment is recommended when using the software “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) and “Music Transfer” (Windows/Mac) and when importing images via a US
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Before Use “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Below are examples of the functions available when you use “PlayMemories Home.” “PlayMemories Home” allows you to import images shot with the camera to a computer for display.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Before Use Shooting Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Starting “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Accessing to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (Windows) 1. Turn on the camera and your computer, then connect the camera to the computer using a multi-use terminal USB cable (supplied) (A).
Starting “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) 1. Double-click (PlayMemories Home) on the desktop. To start “PlayMemories Home” from the Start menu, select [Start] [All Programs] (PlayMemories Home). Accessing to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (Windows) 1. Double-click (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop. To start “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” from the Start menu, select [Start] [PlayMemories Home] [All Programs] [PlayMemories Home Help Guide].
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > “Music Transfer” Before Use “Music Transfer” Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing “Music Transfer” allows you to replace the Music files provided in the camera at the factory with your favorite tracks, and to delete and add Music files.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > Software for Mac Before Use Software for Mac Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) For details on software for Macs, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ You can access the above URL by connecting the camera to the Mac computer and clicking [FOR_MAC.URL] in [PMHOME]. Set MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] to [Multi].
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Importing images to a computer > Connecting the camera to the computer Before Use Shooting Connecting the camera to the computer Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Connect the camera to your computer using a multi-use terminal USB cable (supplied) (A).
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Importing images to a computer > Importing images to a computer Before Use Shooting Importing images to a computer Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing “PlayMemories Home” allows you to easily import images. For details on “PlayMemories Home” functions, see the “PlayMemories Home Help Guide.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Importing images to a computer > Deleting the USB connection Before Use Deleting the USB connection Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Perform the procedures from step 1 to 2 below before: Disconnecting the cable. Removing a memory card. Inserting a memory card into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. Turning off the camera. 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies Before Use Shooting Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Characteristics of each type of disc Creating a disc with a device other than a computer You can create a disc from AVCHD movies that have been recorded
Types of discs that can be used with “PlayMemories Home” The following 12-cm discs can be used with “PlayMemories Home.” For information on Blu-ray discs, see [Details]. DVD-R / DVD+R / DVD+R DL: Cannot be re-written. DVD-RW / DVD+RW: Can be re-written and used again. Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software. The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Copying high-definition image quality (HD) movies on to DVD discs (AVCHD discs) Before Use Shooting Copying high-definition image quality (HD) movies on to DVD discs (AVCHD discs) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) An AVCHD disc with HD picture quality can be created from AVCHD movies imported to a PC using “PlayMemories Home” software. Changing settings 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Creating standard definition image quality (STD) DVD discs Before Use Shooting Creating standard definition image quality (STD) DVD discs Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing DVD discs with standard definition image quality (STD) can be created using “PlayMemories Home” software and selecting an AVCHD
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Creating Blu-ray discs Before Use Creating Blu-ray discs Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer You can create Blu-ray discs from AVCHD movies imported to a PC. The PC in question must be capable of creating Blu-ray discs. BD-R (not re-writable) or BD-RE (rewritable) discs can be used.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Printing > Printing still images > Printing still images Before Use Printing still images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer You can print still images using the following methods. Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > If you have problems > If you have problems Before Use If you have problems Shooting Viewing If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Check the items under “Troubleshooting”, then check your camera. : ” appears on the screen, see “Self-diagnosis display”. If a code such as “C/E: Changing settings 2.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Battery pack and power Before Use Battery pack and power Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera. Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the battery eject lever is locked. Cannot turn on the camera.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Shooting still images/movies Before Use Shooting still images/movies Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Cannot record images.
You cannot use the optical zoom in the following situations: Shooting in [iSweep Panorama] Shooting in [3D Sweep Panorama] Shooting in [Sweep Multi Angle] Shooting in [Underwater iSweep Panorama] The Close Focus mode is activated. You cannot use zoom functions other than optical zoom in the following situations: Shooting in [Background Defocus] Shooting in [Picture Effect] (Backlight Correction HDR) mode is selected in the Scene Selection Shooting in 3D mode The Smile Shutter is working.
There is no function for forcibly turning off macro shooting. In [Auto] mode, you can even shoot a distant subject. The date and time are not displayed on the screen. While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. The F value and shutter speed flash when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The exposure is incorrect. Correct the exposure. [Details] The image colors are not correct. Picture Effect is selected. [Details] Adjust [White Balance].
If you touch , all indicators will disappear. Touch on the right of the screen for few seconds. While you touch the upper right of the screen during shooting images, the buttons or icons are temporarily turned off. The buttons and icons will reappear when your fingers move away from the screen.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Viewing images Before Use Viewing images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Cannot play back images. Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Computers Before Use Computers Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Your computer does not recognize the camera. Set [USB Connect Setting] to [Mass Storage]. [Details] Use the multi-use terminal USB cable (supplied). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Disconnect the USB cable from both the computer and the camera, and connect it again firmly.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Memory card Before Use Memory card Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Cannot insert a memory card. Insert the memory card in the correct direction. You have formatted a memory card by mistake. All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Internal memory Before Use Internal memory Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Cannot play back or record images using the internal memory. There is a memory card inserted in the camera. Remove it. Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a memory card. The memory card is full.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Printing Before Use Printing Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Images are printed with both edges cut off. Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Touch Panel/Screen Before Use Touch Panel/Screen Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Cannot operate the touch panel buttons correctly or fully. The touch panel may not react the operation when sticking the protection film on. If you touch an area other than that for the operation you want to perform, the operation may not work properly.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Others Before Use Others Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer The lens gets fogged. Moisture condensation has occurred. Pull out the battery and the memory card and open up the battery/memory card cover, then put down the camera in dry place until the moisture has evaporated.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Self-diagnosis display Before Use Self-diagnosis display Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on the camera is working. ) will differ depending on the state of the camera.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Messages Before Use Messages Shooting Viewing If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immediately.
This is a read- only memory card. The camera cannot record or delete images on this memory card. Writing to the memory card was not completed correctly Recover data Reinsert the memory card, and touch [OK] to recover the data. No images No images that can be played back have been recorded in the internal memory. No images that can be played back have been recorded in this folder of the memory card. No still images There are no 3D images that can be played back in [3D Viewing] mode.
File protected Release the protection. [Details] Image size over limit You are playing back an image with size that cannot be played back on the camera. Unable to detect face for retouch You may not be able to retouch the image depending on the image. (Vibration warning indicator) Camera shake may occur due to insufficient light. Use the flash, or mount the camera on a tripod to secure the camera. MP4 12M is not supported with this memory card. MP4 6M is not supported with this memory card.
The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the camera is possible. To register additional images in the Image Database File, delete images in [Date View]. Inconsistencies found in image database file. Do you want to repair the image database file? AVCHD movies cannot be recorded or played because the Image Database File is corrupt. Follow the on-screen instructions to recover the Image Database File.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Situations this camera has difficulty handling > Situations this camera has difficulty handling Before Use Shooting Situations this camera has difficulty handling Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings The camera cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Precautions Before Use Precautions Shooting Viewing Internal memory and memory card back up Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings On database files Do not use/store the camera in the following places On carrying On operating temperatures Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer On moisture condensation Functions built into this camera On image data compatibility Not
outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. If moisture condensation occurs, remove the battery and memory card and leave the battery/memory card cover open and then leave the camera in a dry place until the moisture has evaporated. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.
Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > On the internal rechargeable backup battery Before Use On the internal rechargeable backup battery Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing 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.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Battery pack Before Use Battery pack Shooting Viewing On charging the battery pack Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Effective use of the battery pack Remaining battery charge How to store the battery pack On battery life Viewing images on a TV Compatible battery pack Using with your computer Printing On charging the battery pack Troubleshooting Precautions/About th
How to store the battery pack Fully discharge the battery pack before storing and store the camera in a cool, dry place. To maintain the battery pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it in the camera at least once a year while storing. To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slideshow playback mode until the power goes off. To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag, etc.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Charging the battery pack Before Use Charging the battery pack Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this camera. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Memory card Before Use Memory card Shooting Viewing Memory card Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) “Memory Stick” media When using a “Memory Stick Duo” media with standard sized “Memory Stick” media slot Notes on using a “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Me
other storage location, then [Format]. A memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the camera. Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used. Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When the memory card is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operation When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data.
“Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor Notes on using a “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro” media. To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Micro” media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > On cleaning > On cleaning Before Use On cleaning Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Cleaning the lens and flash Wipe the lens and flash with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Using MENU items (Viewing) Cleaning the flash Changing settings Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to start smoking or burning.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Number of still images and recordable time of movies > Number of still images Before Use Shooting Number of still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Number of still images and recordable time of movies > Recordable time of movies Before Use Shooting Recordable time of movies Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. The recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Using the camera abroad > Using the camera abroad Before Use Using the camera abroad Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Note An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Using the camera abroad > On TV color systems Before Use On TV color systems Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list To view movies shot using this camera on a television, the camera and television must use the same color television system.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > Carl Zeiss lens Before Use Carl Zeiss lens Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for the camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > AVCHD format Before Use AVCHD format Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list The AVCHD format has been developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recording an HD (High-Definition) signal at the 1080i* 1 or 720p* 2 specification
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > TransferJet standard Before Use TransferJet standard Shooting Viewing TransferJet communications conform to the standard given below. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing TransferJet standard: Conforms to PCL Spec. Rev. 1.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > License Before Use License Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Notes on the License This camera comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software.
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Trademarks > Trademarks Before Use Trademarks Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
