Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6500 α6500 Names of parts/Icons and indicators Names of parts Identifying parts [1] Basic operations Using the control wheel [2] Using MENU items [3] Using the Fn (Function) button [4] How to use the Quick Navi screen [5] Using the AF/MF/AEL switch lever [6] How to use the keyboard [7] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [8] Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) [9] DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) [10] Preparing the camera Check
Notes on charging the battery pack [18] Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Inserting/removing a memory card [19] Memory cards that can be used [20] Notes on memory card [21] Attaching a lens Attaching/removing a lens [22] Attaching the lens hood [23] Attaching accessories Mount Adaptor [24] LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor [25] LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor [26] Setting language, date and time [27] In-Camera Guide [28] Shooting Shooting still images [29] Focusing Focus Mode [30] Auto focus Focus Area
Eye AF [37] AF in Focus Mag. (still image) [38] Center Lock-on AF [39] Pre-AF (still image) [40] Eye-Start AF (still image) [41] Priority Set in AF-S [42] Priority Set in AF-C [43] AF Illuminator (still image) [44] AF Area Auto Clear [45] Disp. cont. AF area [46] AF Micro Adj. [47] AF System (still image) [48] Manual focus Manual Focus [49] Direct manual focus (DMF) [50] Focus Magnifier [51] MF Assist (still image) [52] Focus Magnif.
Bracket Settings [65] Using touch functions Touch Operation [66] Touch Focus [67] Touch Pad Area Set. [68] Touch Pad (vertical) [69] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [70] Aspect Ratio (still image) [71] Quality (still image) [72] Panorama: Size [73] Panorama: Direction [74] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial function [75] Intelligent Auto [76] Superior Auto [77] S. Auto Img. Extract.
Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Exposure Comp. [91] Dial/Wheel Ev Comp [92] Exposure Set. Guide [93] Exposure step [94] Metering Mode [95] Spot Metering Point [96] AE lock [97] AEL w/ shutter (still image) [98] Exposure Std. Adjust [99] Exp.comp.set [100] Zebra [101] Correcting brightness and contrast D-Range Opt. (DRO) [102] Auto HDR [103] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [104] ISO AUTO Min.
Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [113] Selecting an effect mode Creative Style [114] Picture Effect [115] Soft Skin Effect (still image) [116] Auto Obj. Framing (still image) [117] Color Space (still image) [118] Shutter settings Release w/o Lens [119] Release w/o Card [120] Silent Shooting (still image) [121] e-Front Curtain Shut. [122] Reducing blur SteadyShot [123] SteadyShot Settings [124] Lens compensation Lens Comp.: Shading Comp. [125] Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Comp.
Face Registration (Delete) [133] Using the flash Using flash [134] Red Eye Reduction [135] Flash Mode [136] Flash Comp. [137] FEL lock [138] Wireless flash shooting [139] Recording movies Shooting movies [140] Movie recording formats [141] File Format (movie) [142] Record Setting (movie) [143] S&Q Settings [144] Dual Video REC [145] Audio Recording [146] Audio Level Display [147] Audio Rec Level [148] Wind Noise Reduct. [149] Picture Profile [150] Gamma Disp. Assist [151] Auto Slow Shut.
Marker Display (movie) [158] Marker Settings (movie) [159] 4K Output Sel.
Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) [178] Assigning selected functions to the button Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) [179] Function Menu Set. [180] Customizing the functions of the dial Dial/Wheel Setup [181] Dial / Wheel Lock [182] Checking images before/after recording Auto Review [183] Aperture Preview [184] Shot.
Format [196] File Number [197] Set File Name [198] Display Media Info. [199] Select REC Folder [200] New Folder [201] Folder Name [202] Recover Image DB [203] Upload Settings (Eye-Fi) [204] Camera settings Audio signals [205] Tile Menu [206] Mode Dial Guide [207] Pwr Save Start Time [208] Auto Pwr OFF Temp. [209] Remote Ctrl [210] NTSC/PAL Selector [211] HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution [212] HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) [213] HDMI Settings: HDMI Info.
Copyright Info [226] Version [227] Certification Logo (For some models only) [228] Demo Mode [229] Initializing the camera Setting Reset [230] Using wireless functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile [231] Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) [232] Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR code) [233] Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) [234] Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) [235] C
Changing the wireless connection settings Airplane Mode [242] Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push [243] Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. [244] Edit Device Name [245] Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address [246] Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset [247] Reset Network Set.
Software for Mac computers [260] Importing images for use on a computer PlayMemories Home [261] Installing PlayMemories Home [262] Connecting the camera to a computer [263] Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home [264] Disconnecting the camera from the computer [265] Developing RAW images (Image Data Converter) Image Data Converter [266] Installing Image Data Converter [267] Controlling the camera from a computer (Remote Camera Control) Remote Camera Control [268] Installing Remot
Panorama: Direction [279] Long Exposure NR (still image) [280] High ISO NR (still image) [281] Color Space (still image) [282] Lens Comp.: Shading Comp. [283] Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Comp. [284] Lens Comp.: Distortion Comp. [285] Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) [286] Scene Selection [287] S. Auto Img. Extract.
AEL w/ shutter (still image) [312] Exposure Std. Adjust [313] Flash Mode [314] Flash Comp. [315] Exp.comp.set [316] Red Eye Reduction [317] White Balance [318] Priority Set in AWB [319] D-Range Opt. (DRO) [320] Auto HDR [321] Creative Style [322] Picture Effect [323] Picture Profile [324] Soft Skin Effect (still image) [325] Focus Magnifier [326] Focus Magnif. Time [327] AF in Focus Mag. (still image) [328] MF Assist (still image) [329] Peaking Level [330] Peaking Color [331] Smile/Face Detect.
AF drive speed (movie) [342] AF Track Sens (movie) [343] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [344] Audio Recording [345] Audio Rec Level [346] Audio Level Display [347] Wind Noise Reduct. [348] Marker Display (movie) [349] Marker Settings (movie) [350] Silent Shooting (still image) [351] e-Front Curtain Shut.
Wireless Send to Smartphone [375] Send to Computer [376] View on TV [377] Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [378] Airplane Mode [379] Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push [380] Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. [381] Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address [382] Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset [383] Bluetooth Settings [384] Loc. Info. Link Set. [385] Edit Device Name [386] Reset Network Set.
Setup Monitor Brightness [400] Viewfinder Bright. [401] Finder Color Temp. [402] Gamma Disp. Assist [403] Volume Settings [404] Upload Settings (Eye-Fi) [405] Tile Menu [406] Mode Dial Guide [407] Delete confirm. [408] Display Quality [409] Pwr Save Start Time [410] Auto Pwr OFF Temp. [411] NTSC/PAL Selector [412] Cleaning Mode [413] Touch Operation [414] Touch Pad Area Set.
PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img [430] Language [431] Date/Time Setup [432] Area Setting [433] Copyright Info [434] Format [435] File Number [436] Set File Name [437] Select REC Folder [438] New Folder [439] Folder Name [440] Recover Image DB [441] Display Media Info.
Troubleshooting [455] Warning messages [456] [1] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Names of parts Identifying parts When the lens is removed 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. * ** Shutter button Remote sensor Wi-Fi antenna (built-in) ON/OFF (Power) switch Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator Lens release button Microphone* Mount Image sensor** Lens contacts** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. Do not touch this part directly.
1. Multi Interface Shoe* Some accessories may not go in all the way and protrude backward from the Multi interface shoe. However, when the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed. 2. Image sensor position mark mark The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The shows the location of the image sensor. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line.
4. Speaker 5. Flash Press the (Flash pop-up) button to use the flash. The flash does not pop up automatically. When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. 6. C2 button (Custom button 2) 7. C1 button (Custom button 1) 8. Mode dial (Auto Mode) /P (Program Auto) / A (Aperture Priority) / S (Shutter Priority) / M (Manual Exposure) / 1/2 (Memory recall)/ (Movie/S&Q Motion) / (Sweep Panorama) / SCN (Scene Selection) 9. Control dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.
1. Eye sensor 2. Viewfinder 3. Eyepiece cup Not attached to the camera at the factory. It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder. Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup Match the eyepiece cup to the groove on the viewfinder and slide it into place. To remove the eyepiece cup, grasp it on the left and right sides and lift it up. Remove the eyepiece cup when you attach an accessory (sold separately) to the Multi Interface Shoe. 4.
Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is hard to operate the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup before operating the dial. (Flash pop-up) button 6. 7. MENU button 8. AF/MF/AEL switch lever 9. For shooting: AF/MF button/AEL button For viewing: (Enlarge) button 10. MOVIE (Movie) button 11.
NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology. 2. Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below. Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. 3. Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. The default settings for the top/bottom/left/right side and the center of the control wheel are as follows. Top side: DISP (Display Setting) / ) Bottom side: Exposure Comp.
the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel. Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU item. 3 Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. [4] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Basic operations Using the Fn (Function) button You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (Function) button and recall them while shooting.
3 Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel, and press the center of the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control dial. To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings.
The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → [For viewfinder], then select [Enter]. 2 Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to [For viewfinder]. 3 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen. The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays.
Select the desired function in step 4, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings. Note Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable. When using [Creative Style] or [Picture Profile], some of the setup tasks can be accomplished only on a designated screen.
[7] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Basic operations How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. Move the cursor on desired key using the control wheel, then press the center to enter. 1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2. Switch character types Each time you press this key, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3.
List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
Histogram display 1. P P* A S M Shoot Mode Memory recall Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection NO CARD Memory card status/Uploading status 100 Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 20M / 12M / 10M / 6.0M / 5.
Remaining battery Remaining battery warning USB power supply Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator Setting Effect OFF NFC is activated Airplane Mode No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduct. SteadyShot Off/On, Camera shake warning SteadyS. Focal Len.
Dual Video REC PC Remote Silent Shooting Bright Monitoring Copyright information writing on Gamma Disp. Assist Auto object framing image 120fps 60fps 30fps 15fps 8fps 4fps 100fps 50fps 25fps 12fps 6fps 3fps 2fps 1fps Frame rate for slow/quick motion shooting Writing data/Number of images left to write Focus Cancel Lock-on AF OFF Spot Focus Performing Spot Focus 2. Drive Mode Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp.
Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator ― Picture Profile Copyright information exists for image Silent Shooting Finder Frame Rate 3.
ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity Exposure Setting Guide AE lock/FEL lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Location information 90°44′55″N 233°44′55″W Latitude/longitude information Digital level gauge Audio level DRO/Auto HDR/Auto HDR image warning Picture Effect error 2016-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording 3/7 File number/Number of images in the view mode REC Control Spot metering area 00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit
[9] Names of parts/Icons and indicators Icons and indicators Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. 1 Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder. Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes.
The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right. The histogram changes depending on the exposure compensation. Peaks at the right and left ends of the histogram indicate that the image has flare and black defects, respectively. You cannot correct such defects using a computer after shooting.
Hint The following are not displayed in the default settings. Graphic Display Display All Info. (when using the viewfinder) To change the display modes, press MENU → change the setting. [10] Names of parts/Icons and indicators (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] and Icons and indicators DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode.
For viewfinder*: Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder. * This screen mode is available only in the setting for [Monitor]. Note If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level. [11] Preparing the camera Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
Micro USB Cable (1) AC Adaptor (1) Shoulder strap (1) Eyepiece cup (1) Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) Shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera) Instruction Manual (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) [12] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Inserting/removing the battery pack 1 Open the battery/memory card cover.
2 Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. 3 Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and press lock lever (A), then remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
[13] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera 1 Turn the power off. 2 Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Note If the charge lamp flashes when the battery pack is not fully charged, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge. If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes.
Note If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the product connected to a laptop computer for an extended period of time. Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
[Monitor Brightness]: [Manual][±0] [Display Quality]: [Standard] The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) DISP: [Display All Info.] Focus Mode: [Automatic AF] One picture is taken every 30 seconds. The flash strobes once for every two pictures. The power is turned on and off once every ten times.
As long as the power is on, the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor. Under certain conditions, power may be supplied from the battery pack supplementarily even if you are using the AC adaptor. Do not remove the Micro USB cable while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). Before you remove the Micro USB cable, turn off the camera.
malfunction of this product. Disconnect the product and the computer before performing the above operations. We do not guarantee charging if you are using a self-built or modified computer. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Not doing so may result in a shorter battery life. Remaining battery indicator The remaining battery indicator appears on the screen.
On battery life The battery life is limited. If you use the same battery repeatedly, or use the same battery for a long period, the battery capacity decreases gradually. If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used.
2 Insert the memory card. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Insert the memory card correctly. Not doing so may cause a malfunction. 3 Close the cover. Hint When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card.
To remove the memory card Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it. [20] Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Memory cards that can be used You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. The mark indicates that these memory cards can be used for shooting still images or movies.
*1 *2 *3 Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more. SD Speed Class 4 ( ) or faster, or UHS Speed Class U1 ( ) or faster SD Speed Class10 ( ), or UHS Speed Class U1 ( ) or faster ) is required. When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class U3 ( Note When an SDHC memory card is used to record an XAVC S movie over extended periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files 4 GB in size.
swallow it. Do not disassemble or modify the memory card. The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it. Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the product. Format the memory card using this product. Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used. Do not press down hard when writing in the memo space on the memory card.
When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera. Hold the camera with the lens mount facing down to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera. 3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into the locked position.
Be sure to hold the lens straight when attaching it. Removing the lens Keep pressing the lens release button (A) and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. After removing the lens, attach the body cap to the camera and the lens caps to the front and rear of the lens to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera and lens. Note When attaching/removing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location. Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens.
Attaching the lens hood We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image. 1 Match the shape of the lens hood mounting part and lens head, and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks. Note Attach the lens hood properly. Otherwise, the lens hood may not have any effect or may be partially reflected in the image. When the lens hood is attached properly, the lens hood index (red line) matches the red index mark on the hood.
Note When a setting other than [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is selected for [Cont. Shooting], the focus is locked during the first shot, even if [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. When shooting movies while using an LA-EA1 or LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (both sold separately), the Auto Focus only works when the shutter button is pressed halfway down.
to [Phase Detection AF]. SteadyShot: In-body [26] Preparing the camera Attaching accessories LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF select: Lenses that do not support DMF: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens.
product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. 1 Turn on the camera. The language setting screen will appear and then setting screen for date and time will appear. 2 Select your language, and then press the center of the control wheel. 3 Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press the center. 4 Select your desired geographic location, and then press the center.
select MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] or [Area Setting]. Note If the date and time setting is canceled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera. This camera does not have a function for inserting the date on images. You can insert the date on images and then save and print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).
2 Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3 When a zoom lens is mounted, enlarge images by rotating the zoom ring. 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator (such as 5 ) lights up. Press the shutter button fully down. To shoot images with the focus locked on the desired subject (Focus-lock) Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.
The focus is locked. If it is difficult to focus on the desired subject, set [Focus Area] to [Center] or [Flexible Spot]. 3. Keep pressing the shutter button halfway down, and place the subject back in the original position to re-compose the shot. 4. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture. Hint When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting.
Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the product locks the focus when it determines that the subject is motionless, or continues to focus when the subject is in motion.
When [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] is set, the angle of view may change little by little while focusing. This does not affect the actual recorded images. Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available in the movie shooting mode. Hint In [Continuous AF] mode, you can lock the focus by pressing and holding the button that has been assigned the [Focus Hold] function. [31] Shooting Auto focus Focus Area Selects the focusing area.
also move the tracking start area to the desired point by designating the area as a flexible spot or expand flexible spot. List of focus range finder frames The focus range finder frame differs as follows depending on the shooting mode. When focusing on a larger area When focusing on a smaller area When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone] and you aim at a moving subject, the focus range finder frame for “When focusing on a smaller area” may be displayed.
using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. To change the shooting settings using the control wheel, press the button to which [Focus Standard] is assigned. You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand.
[33] Shooting Auto focus Focus Standard If you assign [Focus Standard] to the desired custom key, you can recall useful functions such as moving the focusing frame quickly, etc., depending on the focus area settings. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → desired button, then assign the [Focus Standard] function to the button. 2 Press the key to which [Focus Standard] is assigned.
During auto focus: Temporarily switches the focusing mode to manual. Adjust the focus by turning the focus ring (A) while holding down the AF/MF button. During manual focus: Temporarily switches the focusing mode to auto while the AF/MF button is held down, and locks the focus. Hint If you select [AF/MF Ctrl Toggle] in [AF/MF Button] under [Custom Key(Shoot.)], the focusing mode remains switched even if you remove your finger from the button.
Useful method to micro-adjust the focus When an A-mount lens is attached, activating the auto focus function with a button other than the shutter button lets you focus more precisely in combination with manual focusing. AF w/ shutter] to [Off]. 1. Set [ (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → assign the [AF On] and 2. MENU → 3. 4. 5. 6. [Focus Magnifier] functions to the desired keys. Set [ Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to avoid auto focusing when you look through the viewfinder.
The camera focuses on the subject's eyes while you keep the button pressed. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → desired key, then assign the [Eye AF] function to the key. 2 Point the camera at a person's face, and press the button to which you have assigned the [Eye AF] function. 3 Press the shutter button while pressing the button. Hint When the camera focuses on the eyes, a detection frame is displayed over the eyes.
You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ AF in Focus Mag.] → [On]. 2 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier]. 3 Magnify the image by pressing the center of the control wheel, and then adjust the position using top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel.
While the displayed image is being magnified, the following functions are unavailable: [Eye AF] [Center Lock-on AF] [ Eye-Start AF] [ Pre-AF] [Smile/Face Detect.] [ Auto Obj. Framing] [39] Shooting Auto focus Center Lock-on AF When you press the center of the control wheel, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On].
The [Center Lock-on AF] function may not function very well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark. The ambient light changes. Lock-on AF does not work in the following situations: [Sweep Panorama] When [Scene Selection] is set to [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur]. When shooting in Manual Focus mode.
Menu item details On: Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint [ Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached.
1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Priority Set in AF-C] → desired setting. Menu item details AF: Prioritizes focusing. The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus. Release: Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release.
[45] Shooting Auto focus AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details On: The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. [46] Shooting Auto focus Disp. cont.
When an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1/LA-EA3) (sold separately) are mounted on the camera and [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], [Disp. cont. AF area] is always turned on regardless of the [Focus Area] settings. [47] Shooting Auto focus AF Micro Adj. Allows you to adjust and register an autofocused position for each lens, when using an A-mount lens with the Mount Adaptor LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 (sold separately).
You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konica-Minolta lens of the same specification. [48] Shooting Auto focus AF System (still image) Sets the focus detection system (Phase Detection AF/Contrast AF) when you attach an Amount lens using an LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ AF System] → desired setting. Menu item details Phase Detection AF: Focuses with Phase Detection AF. The focusing speed is very fast.
2 Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus. When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance may not be displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. 3 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Note When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder.
When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance may not be displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. 4 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. [51] Shooting Manual focus Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring.
When [ AF in Focus Mag.] is set to [Off]: The [Focus Magnifier] function is canceled. You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. 4 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. To use the focus magnifier function by touch operation You can adjust the focus on the magnified image touching the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand.
Note You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. [ MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Hint You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. [53] Shooting (Camera Manual focus Focus Magnif. Time Set the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [ Magnifier] function.
Menu item details High: Sets the peaking level to high. Mid: Sets the peaking level to middle. Low: Sets the peaking level to low. Off: Does not use the peaking function. Note Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the product is connected using an HDMI cable.
Select the appropriate mode for the subject, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracketing shooting. 1 Select (Drive Mode) on the control wheel → desired setting. / You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU → [Drive Mode]. (Camera Settings1) → Menu item details Single Shooting: Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.
You can also set the continuous shooting by selecting MENU→ Settings1) → [Drive Mode]. 2 (Camera Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details Continuous Shooting: Hi+ : Images are shot continuously at the maximum speed while you press and hold down the shutter button.
Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. Use the 5-second/10-second self-timer when you are going to be in the picture, and use the 2-second self-timer to reduce camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button. 1 Press / (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Self-timer]. You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU→ [Drive Mode].
[59] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Self-timer(Cont) Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. You can choose the best from multiple shots. 1 Press / (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Self-timer(Cont)]. You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU→ [Drive Mode]. (Camera Settings1) → 2 Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.
[60] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. 1 Press / (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Bracket]. You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU→ [Drive Mode]. (Camera Settings1) → 2 Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.
[61] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Single Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select the image that suits your purpose after recording. If pictures are taken one by one by pressing the shutter button each time, you can adjust the focus or the composition for each shot. 1 Select / (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Single Bracket].
[62] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Indicator during bracket shooting Viewfinder Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Monitor (Display All Info. or Histogram) Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps Flash compensation -1.0 EV Monitor (For viewfinder) Ambient light* bracketing (upper indicator) 3 images shifted by 0.
[63] Shooting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) WB bracket Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. 1 Select (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [WB bracket]. / You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU→ [Drive Mode]. (Camera Settings1) → 2 Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the image.
DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. 1 Select (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [DRO Bracket]. / You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU→ [Drive Mode]. (Camera Settings1) → 2 Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the image.
2 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Selftimer during Brkt: Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) [66] Shooting Using touch functions Touch Operation Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor.
[67] Shooting Using touch functions Touch Focus You can select a subject on which to focus using touch operations in the still image and movie recording modes. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → Desired setting other than [Off]. Specifying the position where you want to focus in the still image mode You can focus on the desired position by touching the monitor. 1. Select a [Focus Area] other than [Flexible Spot]. (Camera Settings1) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [Off]. 2. MENU → 3. Touch the monitor.
To cancel spot focus, touch or press the center of the control wheel. Hint In addition to the touch focus function, touch operations such as the following are also available. When [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], the focusing frame can be moved using touch operations. When the [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus], the focus magnifier can be used by doubletapping the monitor. These touch operations can also be used in applications downloaded from PlayMemories Camera Apps.
[69] Shooting Using touch functions Touch Pad (vertical) Sets whether or not to activate touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder in the vertical position. You can prevent unintentional operations caused by your nose, etc. touching the monitor. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad (vertical)] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Activates touch pad operations. Off: Deactivates touch pad operations.
[71] Shooting Selecting still image size/image quality Aspect Ratio (still image) 1 (Camera Settings1) → [ MENU → Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. [72] Shooting Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image) 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Quality] → desired setting.
Fine: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Standard: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of [Fine], the file size of [Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine]. This will allow more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality will be lower.
Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 [74] Shooting Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1 (Camera Settings1) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting. MENU → Menu item details Right: Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Up: Pan the camera from the bottom to the top.
Available functions (Auto Mode): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product. P (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)). Also you can select various settings using the menu. A (Aperture Priority): Allows you to adjust the aperture and shoot when you want to blur the background, etc.
2 MENU→ (Camera Settings1)→[Auto Mode]→[Intelligent Auto]. 3 Point the camera at the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen. 4 Adjust the focus and shoot the image. Note The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions.
3 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes a scene, scene recognition icon appears on the screen. If necessary, appropriate shooting function for the recognized scene and the number of times the shutter is released also appear. 4 Adjust the focus and shoot the image. When the camera shoots multiple images, it automatically chooses and saves the appropriate image. You can also save all the images by setting the [S. Auto Img. Extract.].
Saves one appropriate image selected by the product. Off: Saves all of the images. Note Even if you set [S. Auto Img. Extract.] to [Off] with [Hand-held Twilight] selected as the scene recognition mode, one combined image is saved. When the Auto Framing function is activated, two images are saved even if you set [S. Auto Img. Extract.] to [Auto]. When [ [79] Shooting Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the shooting function will be limited.
Scene Recognition When the product recognizes certain scenes, the following icons and guides are displayed on the first line: (Portrait) (Infant) (Night Portrait) (Night Scene) (Backlight Portrait) (Backlight) (Landscape) (Macro) (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scene using a tripod) (Hand-held Twilight) Image processing [Cont. Shooting]/[Slow Sync.]/[Auto HDR]/[Daylight Sync.]/[Slow Shutter]/[Hand-held Twilight] Note When [Smile/Face Detect.
image. In this case, the shutter sound is heard multiple times, but only one image is recorded. For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. [82] Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. 1 Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto).
[83] Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. 1 Set the mode dial to A (Aperture Priority). 2 Select the desired value by turning the control dial. Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and beyond the subject are blurred. Larger F-value: The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus.
2 Select the desired value by turning the control dial. If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the aperture value on the shooting screen blinks. If this happens, change the shutter speed. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Hint Use a tripod to prevent blurring when you use a slow shutter speed. When you shoot indoor sports scenes, set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value.
and shutter speed you have set. When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value indicator will blink if the ISO value you have set is not suitable for appropriate exposure. If this happens, change the shutter speed or aperture value. When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO], use MM (Metered Manual)* to check the exposure value. Toward +: Images become brighter. Toward -: Images become darker. 0: Appropriate exposure analyzed by the product. * 3 Indicates under/over for appropriate exposure.
3 Set the aperture value (F-value) by turning the control dial. 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. 5 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting. As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open. Hint When shooting fireworks, etc., focus at infinity in manual focus mode. If you use a lens whose infinity point is unclear, adjust the focus on the fireworks in the area you want to focus on in advance.
[87] Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. 1 Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2 Point the camera at the subject. 3 While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition. You can change the shooting direction prior to shooting using the control dial. (A) This part will not be shot. 4 Press the shutter button fully down.
(B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time. If this happens, try shooting after changing [Panorama: Size] to [Standard].
Long Exposure NR High ISO NR Lock-on AF Other zoom functions than the optical zoom Drive Mode Bright Monitoring The values of the settings for some functions are fixed with Sweep Panorama, as follows: [ISO] is fixed to [ISO AUTO]. [Focus Area] is fixed to [Wide]. [Flash Mode] is fixed to [Flash Off]. [88] Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection).
Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Sunset: Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. The flash does not pop up automatically.
Note Under the following settings, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring: [Night Scene] [Night Portrait] In the [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4 times and an image is recorded. If you select [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine] temporarily.
2 Press the center of the control wheel to confirm. You can also recall registered modes or settings by selecting MENU → Settings1) → [ / Recall]. (Camera Hint To recall settings registered to the memory card, set the mode dial to 1 or 2, then select the desired number by pressing the left/right side of the control wheel. Settings registered to a memory card using another camera of the same model name can be recalled with this camera.
aperture value). Aperture Priority / Aperture Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority / Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure / Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. [91] Shooting Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure).
Note You cannot perform the exposure compensation in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] When using [Manual Exposure], you can perform the exposure compensation only when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. Only a value between -3.0 EV and + 3.0 EV with the equivalent image brightness appears on the screen when shooting. If you set an exposure beyond this range, the image brightness on the screen does not show the effect, but it will be reflected in the recorded image.
Dial: Assigns the exposure compensation function to the control dial. Note If you assign the exposure compensation function to the control dial, the function that was originally assigned can be managed using the control wheel, and vice versa. When the shooting mode is set to [Manual Exposure] and ISO is set to [ISO AUTO], [Dial/Wheel Ev Comp] is disabled. [93] Shooting Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Exposure Set. Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure.
1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV/0.5EV [95] Shooting Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting.
circumstances. Note [Metering Mode] is locked to [Multi] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Other zoom functions than the optical zoom In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen. [96] Shooting Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes Spot Metering Point Sets whether to coordinate the spot metering position with the focus area when [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot].
When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock the exposure before shooting. To reduce the brightness of the subject, meter the light at a spot brighter than the subject and lock the exposure of the entire screen.
AEL w/ shutter (still image) Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Select [Off] to adjust the focus and the exposure separately. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ AEL w/ shutter] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Fixes the exposure after adjusting the focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway down when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF].
The set standard value will be applied when you select the corresponding metering mode in MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode]. Multi/ Center/ Spot/ Entire Screen Avg./ Highlight Note The exposure compensation will not be affected when [Exposure Std. Adjust] is changed. The exposure value will be locked according to the value set for [ Spot] during using spot AEL. The standard value for M.M (Metered Manual) will be changed according to the value set in [Exposure Std. Adjust].
IRE level that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zebra] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+/Custom1/Custom2: Adjusts the brightness level. Hint You can register values to check the correct exposure or overexposure as well as the brightness level for [Zebra].
D-Range Optimizer: Lv1 ― D-Range Optimizer: Lv5: Optimizes the gradation of a recorded image for each divided area. Select the optimization level from Lv1 (weak) to Lv5 (strong). Note In the following situations, [D-Range Opt.] is fixed to [Off]: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. Multi Frame NR When [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off] When [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off] [DRO/Auto HDR] is fixed to [Off] when the following modes are selected in [Scene Selection].
Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 1.0EV ― Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 6.0EV: Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. Select the optimization level from 1.0EV (weak) to 6.0EV (strong). For example, if you set the exposure value to 2.0 EV, three images will be composed with the following exposure levels: -1.0 EV, correct exposure and +1.0 EV. Hint The shutter is released three times for one shot.
You can also select MENU→ (Camera Settings1) → [ISO]. Menu item details Multi Frame NR: Combines continuous shots to create an image with less noise. Press the right side to display the setting screen, then select a desired value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. Select the desired ISO number from ISO AUTO or ISO 100 – ISO 51200. ISO AUTO: Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. ISO 100 – ISO 51200: Sets the ISO sensitivity manually. Selecting a larger number increases the ISO sensitivity.
[105] Shooting Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO AUTO Min. SS If you select [ISO AUTO] or [ISO AUTO] under [Multi Frame NR] when the shooting mode is P (Program Auto) or A (Aperture Priority), you can set the shutter speed at which the ISO sensitivity starts changing. This function is effective for shooting moving subjects. You can minimize subject blurring while also preventing camera shake. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ISO AUTO Min. SS] → desired setting.
[106] Shooting Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature. When a power zoom lens is mounted: When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted: 1. Optical zoom range Zoom images in the zoom range of a lens. When a power zoom lens is mounted, the zoom bar of the optical zoom range is displayed.
You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies. When a power zoom lens is mounted, you cannot use [Zoom] under MENU. If you enlarge image past the optical zoom range, the product automatically switches to another [Zoom] function than the optical zoom. When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, [Metering Mode] is fixed to [Multi]. When using a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the following functions are not available: Smile/Face Detect. Lock-on AF Auto Obj.
[108] Shooting Using the zoom Zoom Setting You can select the zoom setting of the product. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Optical zoom only: Limits the zoom range to the optical zoom. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [ Image Size] to [M] or [S]. On:ClearImage Zoom: Select this setting to use Clear Image Zoom.
M: 12M Approx. 1.4× Approx. 2.8× Approx. 5.7× S: 6.0M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8× [110] Shooting Using the zoom Zoom Ring Rotate Assigns zoom in (T) or zoom out (W) functions to the zoom ring rotation direction. Available only with power zoom lenses that support this function. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Ring Rotate] → desired setting. Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation.
product adjusts the color tones to suit to the selected light source (preset white balance). When you select [Auto], the product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones. C.Temp./Filter: Adjusts the color tones depending on the light source. Achieves the effect of CC (Color Compensation) filters for photography. Custom 1/Custom 2/Custom 3: Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup].
Ambience: Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. [113] Shooting White balance Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness.
[114] Shooting Selecting an effect mode Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with this function, unlike with [Scene Selection], where the product adjusts the exposure. 1 MENU → 2 Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
(A): Displayed only when Style Box is selected Menu item details Standard: For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. Vivid: The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. Neutral: The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer.
For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( settings. Then select the desired settings using the right button. You can call up the same style with slightly different settings.
Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness. Pop Color: Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Posterization: Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white. Retro Photo: Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. Soft High-key: Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft.
[Rich-tone Mono.] [Miniature] [Watercolor] [Illustration] In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono.], the shutter is released three times for one shot. Be careful about the following: Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not flash light. Do not change the composition during shooting. When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera-shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not be able to obtain good HDR images.
[ Soft Skin Effect] is not available for RAW images when the [ [117] Shooting Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. Selecting an effect mode Auto Obj. Framing (still image) When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are tracked by [Lock-on AF], the product automatically trims the image into an appropriate composition, and then saves it. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. The trimmed image is recorded in the same size as the original image size.
[118] Shooting Selecting an effect mode Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Color Space] → desired setting. Menu item details sRGB: This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use [sRGB] in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out the images without any modification.
an astronomical telescope, etc. Disable: Does not release the shutter when a lens is not attached. Note Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. [120] Shooting Shutter settings Release w/o Card Sets whether the shutter can be released when no memory card has been inserted.
Menu item details On: You can shoot images without the shutter sound. Off: [ Silent Shooting] is deactivated. Note Use the [ Silent Shooting] function on your own responsibility, while taking sufficient consideration to the privacy and portrait rights of the subject. Even if [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], it will not be completely silent. Even if [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the operating sound of the aperture and focus will sound.
[122] Shooting Shutter settings e-Front Curtain Shut. The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [e-Front Curtain Shut.] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Uses the electronic front curtain shutter function. Off: Does not use the electronic front curtain shutter function.
Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. [124] Shooting Reducing blur SteadyShot Settings You can shoot with an appropriate SteadyShot setting for the attached lens. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → [On]. 2 [SteadyShot Settings] → [SteadyShot Adjust.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Performs the SteadyShot function automatically according to the information obtained from the attached lens.
When using an SEL16F28 lens (sold separately) with a teleconverter, etc., set [SteadyShot Adjust.] to [Manual] and set the focal length. When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. [125] Shooting Lens compensation Lens Comp.: Shading Comp.
Menu item details Auto: Reduces the color deviation automatically. Off: Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. [127] Shooting Lens compensation Lens Comp.: Distortion Comp. Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU → setting. (Camera Settings1) → [Lens Comp.] → [Distortion Comp.
1 (Camera Settings1) → [ MENU → Long Exposure NR] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is open. When noise reduction is in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the image quality. Off: Does not activate noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting.
Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Note [ High ISO NR] is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ [ Quality] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ [130] Shooting Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. Face detection Smile/Face Detect.
Tips for capturing smiles more effectively Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth are shown. If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the product shoots the image. After shooting, the product returns to Smile Shutter mode.
If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a priority when [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration]. 2 Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3 When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter]. Note Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place.
Deletes a registered face. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Delete]. If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. [134] Shooting Using the flash Using flash In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting. Also use the flash to prevent camera-shake.
image may be shaded. Remove the lens hood. When using the flash, stand 1 m or more away from the subject. If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause malfunction. You cannot use the flash when recording movies. (You can use an LED light when using a flash (sold separately) with a LED light.) When an external flash (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority over the flash setting of this product.
[136] Shooting Using the flash Flash Mode You can set the flash mode. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Flash Off: The flash does not operate. Autoflash: The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter.
[137] Shooting Using the flash Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Flash Comp.] → desired setting. Selecting higher values (+ side) makes the flash level higher, and lower values (- side) makes the flash level lower. Note [Flash Comp.
3 Press the button to which [FEL Lock toggle] is registered, and set the flash amount. A pre-flash flashes. The (FEL lock) lights up. 4 Adjust the composition and shoot the image. When you want to release the FEL lock, press the button to which the [FEL Lock toggle] is registered again. Flashes that support FEL lock HVL-F60M, HVL-F43M and HVL-F32M can be used as clip-ons, off-camera connected by a cable, and for wireless flash shooting (controller/remote).
setting [FEL Lock/AEL hold] and [FEL Lock/AEL tggle.], you can shoot images with the AE locked in the following situations. When [Flash Mode] is set to [Flash Off] or [Autoflash]. When the flash cannot go off. [139] Shooting Using the flash Wireless flash shooting There are two ways to use the wireless flash. One way uses a light signal and the other uses a radio signal to communicate with the flash.
HVL-F20M can only be used as the controller. [140] Recording movies Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. 1 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to [Always] in the default setting, movie recording can be started from any shooting mode. 2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Hint You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key. MENU → Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.
D-Range Opt. Lens Comp. You can change the settings for ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation, and focus area while shooting movies. While shooting movies, the recorded image can be output without the shooting information display by setting [HDMI Info. Display] to [Off]. Note The sound of the lens and the product in operation may be recorded during movie recording. You can turn the sound off by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → [Off].
Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies, AVCHD movies, and MP4 movies to a computer. [141] Recording movies Movie recording formats The following movie recording formats are available with this camera. What is XAVC S? Records movies in high definition such as 4K by converting them into MP4 movies using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec. MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 is capable of compressing images with higher efficiency. You can record high-quality images while reducing the amount of data.
XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format supports a high bit rate. Audio: LPCM One of the following kinds of memory card is needed to record movies with [ set to [XAVC S 4K]: File Format] Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more. SDHC / SDXC / microSDHC / microSDXC memory card (SD Speed Class 10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster) UHS Speed Class U3 is required to record at 100 Mbps or more. File Format] is set to [XAVC S [HDMI Info.
using the PlayMemories Home software. Note When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. When [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 4 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 4 GB during recording, recording will stop automatically.
* 120p/100p ― 60p/50p 60p 50M 30p/25p 24p 120p 60M/100p 60M 120p 100M/100p 100M /50p 50M ― ― 30p 50M /25p 50M ― ― 24p 50M * ― ― Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD] 60i/50i: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 fields/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50 fields/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlaced mode with Dolby Digital audio and in the AVCHD format.
30p/25p 720/30p 6M /720/25p 6M 1080/30p 16M /1080/25p 16M ― Note Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS) ]/[50p 28M(PS) ]/[60i 24M(FX) ]/[50i 24M(FX) ]/[24p 24M(FX) ]/[25p 24M(FX) ] as the [ Record Setting] are converted by PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. You cannot create a disc in the original image quality. This conversion can take a long time. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc.
settings for [ 4 Record Setting] and [ Frame Rate]. Press the MOVIE (movie) button to start recording. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Menu item details Record Setting: Selects the frame rate of the movie. Frame Rate: Selects the shooting frame rate. Playback speed The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned [ Frame Rate].
12fps 2.08 times quick 4.16 times quick 6fps 4.16 times quick 8.3 times quick 3fps 8.3 times quick 16.6 times quick 2fps 12.5 times quick 25 times quick 1fps 25 times quick 50 times quick When [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps], you cannot set [ [60p]/[50p]. Record Setting] to Note In slow-motion recording, the shutter speed becomes faster and you may not be able to obtain the proper exposure.
simultaneously. Off: The [Dual Video REC] function is not used. Note When [ Record Setting] for an XAVC S movie is set to [60p]/[50p] or [120p]/[100p], [ Record Setting] for an AVCHD movie is set to [60p]/[50p], or [ File Format] is set to [MP4], [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]. If you select [Date View] in [View Mode] when playing back movies, XAVC S movies and MP4 movies, or AVCHD movies and MP4 movies are displayed side-by-side.
Displays the audio level. Off: Does not display the audio level. Note The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. [148] Recording movies Audio Rec Level You can adjust the audio recording level while checking the level meter.
The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. [149] Recording movies Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise by cutting the low-range sound of the input audio from the built-in microphone. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Wind Noise Reduct.] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Reduces wind noise. Off: Does not reduce wind noise.
change. 2 Move to the item index screen by pressing the right side of the control wheel. 3 Select the item to change using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. 4 Select the desired value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel and press in the center. Using the preset of the picture profile The default settings [PP1] through [PP9] for movies have been set in advance in the camera based on various shooting conditions. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Profile] → desired setting.
Selects a gamma curve. Movie: Standard gamma curve for movies Still: Standard gamma curve for still images Cine1: Softens the contrast in dark parts and emphasizes gradation in bright parts to produce a relaxed color movie. (equivalent to HG4609G33) Cine2: Similar to [Cine1] but optimized for editing with up to 100% video signal. (equivalent to HG4600G30) Cine3: Intensifies the contrast in light and shade more than [Cine1] and strengthens gradation in black.
Sets type and level of colors. Movie: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Movie]. Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black & White: Sets the saturation to zero for shooting in black and white.
level: unlikely to be limited)) Crispning: Sets the crispening level. (0 (shallow crispening level) to 7 (deep crispening level)) Hi-Light Detail: Sets the [Detail] level in the high intensity areas. (0 to 4) To copy the settings to another picture profile number You can copy the settings of the picture profile to another picture profile number. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Profile] → [Copy].
[151] Recording movies Gamma Disp. Assist Movies with S-Log gamma are assumed to be processed after shooting in order to make use of the wide dynamic range. They are therefore displayed in low contrast during shooting and may be difficult to monitor, using [Gamma Disp. Assist], contrast equivalent to that of normal gamma can be reproduced. In addition, [Gamma Disp. Assist] can also be applied when playing back movies on the camera's monitor/viewfinder.
1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Auto Slow Shut.] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Uses Auto Slow Shutter. The shutter speed automatically slows when recording in dark locations. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations. Off: Does not use [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The recorded movie will be darker than when [On] is selected, but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur. Note [ Auto Slow Shut.
[154] Recording movies AF Track Sens (movie) You can set the AF sensitivity in movie mode. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ AF Track Sens]→desired setting. Menu item details Responsive: Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places.
UB Time Rec: Sets whether or not to record the time as a user bit. How to set the time code (TC Preset) (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Preset]. 1. MENU → 2. Turn the control wheel and select the first two digits. The time code can be set between the following range. When [60i] is selected: 00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:29 * When [24p] is selected, you can select the last two digits of the time code in multiples of four from 0 to 23 frames. When [50i] is selected: 00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:24 3.
How to select the count up format for the time code (TC Run) 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Run]. Rec Run: Sets the stepping mode for the time code to advance only while recording. The time code is recorded sequentially from the last time code of the previous recording. Free Run: Sets the stepping mode for the time code to advance anytime, regardless of the camera operation.
[157] Recording movies MOVIE Button Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE (Movie) button. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting. Menu item details Always: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie/S&Q Motion] mode.
[159] Recording movies Marker Settings (movie) Sets the markers to be displayed while shooting movies. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Marker Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Center: Sets whether or not to display the center marker in the center of the shooting screen. [Off]/[On] Aspect: Sets the aspect marker display. [Off]/[4:3]/[13:9]/[14:9]/[15:9]/[1.66:1]/[1.85:1]/[2.35:1] Safety Zone: Sets the safety zone display.
2 Connect the camera to the desired device via an HDMI cable. 3 MENU → (Setup) → [ 4K Output Sel.] → desired setting. Menu item details Memory Card+HDMI: Simultaneously outputs to the external recording/playback device and records on the camera’s memory card. HDMI Only(30p): Outputs a 4K movie in 30p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera’s memory card.
[161] Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Plays back the recorded images. (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 1 Press the 2 Select the image with the control wheel. Hint The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may not be played back correctly.
2 Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/left sides of the control wheel. 3 Press the MENU button, or the center of the control wheel to exit the playback zoom. Hint You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU. You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies.
[164] Viewing Viewing images Rotating an image (Rotate) Rotates a recorded still image counter-clockwise. 1 Display the image to be rotated, then select MENU → 2 Press the center of the control wheel. (Playback) → [Rotate]. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press the center. If you rotate the image once, the image remains rotated even after the product is turned off. Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products.
To pause playback, press the center again. To scroll panoramic images manually, press the top/bottom/right/left during pause. To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU button. Note Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. [166] Viewing Viewing images Playing back movies Plays back the recorded movies. 1 Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode.
: Previous movie file : Displays the next frame : Displays the previous frame : Photo Capture : Sound volume adjustment : Closes the operation panel Hint “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause. Movie files recorded using other products may not be able to be playable on this camera. [167] Viewing Viewing images Volume Settings Sets the sound volume for movie playback.
3 Play back the movie and pause it. 4 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. 5 Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. [169] Viewing Viewing images Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) You can display multiple images at the same time in playback mode.
top/bottom sides of the control wheel. While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. [170] Viewing Viewing images Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Sets the View Mode (image display method). 1 MENU → (Playback) → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images.
2 Select [Enter]. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off], in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once. Interval: Select the display interval for images from among [1 Sec], [3 Sec], [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec]. To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU button to quit the slideshow. You cannot pause the slideshow.
Cancel All in this Folder: Cancels the protection of all images in the selected folder. Cancel All with this date: Cancels the protection of all images in the selected date range. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. [173] Viewing Designating images for printing (DPOF) Specify Printing (Specify Printing) You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. The (print order) icon will appear on the specified images.
Some printers do not support the date print function. [174] Viewing Deleting images Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. 1 Display the image you want to delete. 2 Press the 3 Select [Delete] using the control wheel. (Delete) button. Note The protected images cannot be deleted.
mark. (2) To delete other images, repeat step (1). (3) MENU → [OK]. All in this Folder: Deletes all images in the selected folder. All with this date: Deletes all images in the selected date range. Hint Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images.
Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required. 1 Turn off both this product and the TV. 2 Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 3 Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4 Turn on this product. Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen.
separately), you can operate this product's playback functions with the TV remote control. 1. After performing the steps above to connect this camera to a TV, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [On]. 2. Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV remote control, and select the desired mode. If you connect this camera to a TV using an HDMI cable, available menu items are limited. Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide SYNC MENU operations.
Allows you to register up to 2 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial. 1 Set the product to the setting you want to register. 2 MENU → 3 Press the center of the control wheel to confirm. (Camera Settings1) → [ / Memory] → desired number. Items that can be registered You can register various functions for shooting.
The keys that can be assigned functions are different for [Custom Key(Shoot.)] and [Custom Key(PB)]. You can assign the desired functions to the following keys. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Custom Button 2 Custom Button 1 AF/MF Button/AEL Button Fn/ Button Control Wheel (Center Button/Down Button/Left Button/Right Button) Custom Button 3 You can also assign a shooting function to the focus hold button on the lens. However, some lenses do not have a focus hold button. 3 Select the function to be assigned.
[181] Customizing the camera Customizing the functions of the dial Dial/Wheel Setup You can switch the functions of the control dial and the control wheel. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Dial/Wheel Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details SS F/no.: You can change the shutter speed using the control wheel, and change the aperture value using the control dial. F/no. SS: You can change the aperture value using the control wheel, and change the shutter speed using the control dial.
You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. [183] Customizing the camera Checking images before/after recording Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the display time for Auto Review. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Auto Review] → desired setting. Menu item details 10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec: Displays the recorded image on the screen right after shooting for the selected duration of time.
2 Confirm the image by pressing the key to which [Aperture Preview] was assigned. Hint Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. [185] Customizing the camera Checking images before/after recording Shot. Result Preview While pressing down the key to which [Shot.
1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Live View Display] → desired setting. Menu item details Setting Effect ON: Displays Live View in conditions close to what your picture will look like as a result of applying all your settings. This setting is useful when you want to shoot pictures while checking the results of the shot on the Live View screen. Setting Effect OFF: Displays Live View without the effects of exposure compensation, white balance, [Creative Style], or [Picture Effect].
Menu item details Rule of 3rds Grid: Place main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds for a wellbalanced composition. Square Grid: Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or duplicated images. Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line.
[189] Customizing the camera Monitor/viewfinder settings Deactivate Monitor When you press the key to which the [Deactivate Monitor] function has been assigned, the monitor turns black, and the screen display is locked to [No Disp. Info.]. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → set the [Deactivate Monitor] function to the desired key. 2 Press the key to which [Deactivate Monitor] is assigned. To return to the display, press the key to which [Deactivate Monitor] is assigned again.
When [ When [ When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when shooting a movie using the Wi-Fi functions. [191] Customizing the camera Monitor/viewfinder settings Viewfinder Bright.
Adjusts the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. [193] Customizing the camera Monitor/viewfinder settings Finder Frame Rate (still image) Display the subject's movements more smoothly by adjusting the frame rate of the viewfinder during still image shooting.
You can change the display quality. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. [195] Customizing the camera Monitor/viewfinder settings Bright Monitoring Allows you to adjust the composition when shooting in dark environments.
When the camera is turned off. When the shooting mode is changed from P/A/S/M to a mode that is not P/A/S/M. When the focus mode is set to other than manual focus. When [ MF Assist] is executed. When [Focus Magnifier] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change.
1 MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series: The product will assign numbers to files sequentially up to "9999" without resetting. Reset: The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001". (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.
of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. [200] Customizing the camera Memory card settings Select REC Folder If [Folder Name] is set to [Standard Form] and there are 2 folders or more, you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded. 1 MENU→ (Setup)→[Select REC Folder]→desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form].
[202] Customizing the camera Memory card settings Folder Name Still images are recorded in a folder that is automatically created inside the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the way folder names are assigned. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Folder Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD.
[204] Customizing the camera Memory card settings Upload Settings (Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Upload Settings] → desired setting. 2 Set your Wi-Fi network or destination on the Eye-Fi card. For details, refer to the manual supplied with the Eye-Fi card.
Wireless LAN communication may be influenced by other communication devices. If the communication status is poor, move closer to the access point to be connected. Third parties may know where you shot the image if you upload the image when [ Loc. Info. Link Set.] → [Location Info. Link] is set to [On]. To prevent third parties from obtaining your location information, set [ Loc. Info. Link Set.] → [Location Info. Link] to [Off]. This product does not support Eye-Fi “Endless Memory Mode.
Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. [207] Customizing the camera Camera settings Mode Dial Guide You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode.
Menu item details 30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min/10 Sec Note Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time. When using a lens with power zoom, the lens is retracted one minute after the product stops operation if [Pwr Save Start Time] is set to [10 Sec]. The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV. [209] Customizing the camera Camera settings Auto Pwr OFF Temp.
Continuous recording time for movies (HD): Approx. 29 minutes Continuous recording time for movies (4K): Approx. 29 minutes Ambient temperature: 40°C (104°F) Continuous recording time for movies (HD): Approx. 29 minutes Continuous recording time for movies (4K): Approx. 20 minutes HD: XAVC S HD (60p 50M/50p 50M, not connected via Wi-Fi) 4K: XAVC S 4K (24p 60M, not connected via Wi-Fi) Note Even if [Auto Pwr OFF Temp.
NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] Note If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with a different video system, a message telling you that you must reformat the card will appear. If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card.
[213] Customizing the camera Camera settings HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) Set 1080/24p or 1080/60p as the HDMI output format when [ 24M(FX) ], [24p 17M(FH) ], [24p 50M ]. Record Setting] is set to [24p 1 (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] → [1080p] or MENU → [2160p/1080p]. 2 MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p.
Displays the shooting information on the TV. The recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the TV, while nothing is displayed on the camera’s monitor. Off: Does not display the shooting information on the TV. Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When this product is connected to a 4K-compatible TV, [Off] is selected automatically.
If you connect the camera to an external recorder/player, you can remotely command the recorder/player to start/stop recording using the camera. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ REC Control] → desired setting. Menu item details On: The camera can send a recording command to an external recorder/player. The camera is sending a recording command to an external recorder/player. Off: The camera is not able to send a command to an external recorder/player to start/stop recording.
4 Operate this product using the TV’s remote control. Menu item details On: You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note If you connect this product to a TV using an HDMI cable, available menu items are limited. [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. Also, the SYNC MENU operation differs depending on the TV you are using. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
PC Remote: Uses “Remote Camera Control” to control this product from the computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. [219] Customizing the camera Camera settings USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting.
Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. [221] Customizing the camera Camera settings PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. Sets whether to save still images stored in both the camera and the computer during PC Remote shooting.
Selects the file type for images to be transferred to the computer in PC Remote shooting. When shooting still images using PC Remote, the application on the computer does not display the image until the image has been completely transferred. When performing RAW+JPEG shooting, you can accelerate the display processing speed by transferring only JPEG images instead of transferring both RAW and JPEG images.
1 MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. Hint To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out.
Menu item details Write Copyright Info: Sets whether to write copyright information. ([On]/[Off]) If you select [On], an icon will appear on the shooting screen. Set Photographer: Sets the photographer name. Set Copyright: Sets the copyright holder name. Disp. Copyright Info: Displays the current copyright information. Note You can only enter alphanumeric characters and symbols for [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright]. You can enter up to 46 letters.
[228] Customizing the camera Camera settings Certification Logo (For some models only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Certification Logo]. [229] Customizing the camera Camera settings Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Demo Mode] → desired setting.
Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset], the recorded images are retained. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Setting Reset] → desired setting. Menu item details Camera Settings Reset: Initializes the main shooting settings to the default settings. Initialize: Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. When you perform [Initialize], downloaded applications on the product may be uninstalled.
[232] Using wireless functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled Android smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. 1 Activate the NFC function of the smartphone. 2 Switch this product to shooting mode. The NFC function is available only when the 3 (N mark) is displayed on the screen. Touch the smartphone to the product.
Note If you cannot make a connection, do as the following: Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product. If the smartphone is in a case, remove it. If the product is in a case, remove it. Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone. Check whether [Smart Remote Embedded] is assigned to [One-touch(NFC)]. Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band.
2 Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera]. 3 Select [OK] on the smartphone screen. When a message is displayed, select [OK] again. 4 Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the smartphone. Once the QR code has been read, a message [Connect with the camera?] will be displayed on the monitor of the smartphone. 5 Select [OK] on the smartphone screen. The smartphone is connected to the product.
to the smartphone. This enables you to easily connect the smartphone to the product via Wi-Fi at a later date by selecting the SSID. Note Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band. If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information interlocking function is not available.
4 Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx). 5 Input the password that is displayed on this product. The smartphone is connected to the product. You can shoot an image using remote control while checking the composition of the image on the smartphone screen. Note Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band.
[235] Using wireless functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad. 1 MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → [Smart Remote Embedded]. QR code (A) and the SSID (B) are displayed on the monitor of this product. 2 Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your iPhone or iPad and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera].
4 Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the iPhone or iPad. 5 Install the profile (setting information) by following the instructions shown on the iPhone or iPad screen and select [OK]. The profile will be installed to the iPhone or iPad. 6 Select [Settings] on the "Home" screen → [Wi-Fi] → this product's SSID. The iPhone or iPad will connect to the product.
7 Return to the "Home" screen of the iPhone or iPad and launch PlayMemories Mobile. You can shoot an image using remote control while checking the composition of the image on the screen of the iPhone or iPad. Hint Once the QR code has been read, this product's SSID (DIRECT-xxxx) and password are registered to the iPhone or iPad. This enables you to easily connect the iPhone or iPad to the product via Wi-Fi at a later date by selecting the SSID.
2 Press the (Delete) button of this product. This product's SSID and password are displayed on the monitor of this product. 3 Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad. 4 Input the password that is displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product. 5 Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to the “SSID” shown on this product.
6 Return to the "Home" screen of the iPhone or iPad and launch PlayMemories Mobile. You can shoot an image using remote control while checking the composition of the image on screen of the iPhone or iPad. Note Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi-Fi communications use the same frequency band. If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone.
PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1 MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen If you press the for [Send to Smartphone] will appear. 2 If the product is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the product. Connect the smartphone and the product using that information. The setting method for connecting the smartphone and the product varies depending on the smartphone.
You cannot send XAVC S or AVCHD format movies. This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → (Wireless) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [SSID/PW Reset]. After resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.
Before you touch the smartphone, cancel the sleep and lock-screen functions of the smartphone. The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the product. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. To transfer two or more images, select MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] to select images. After the connection enabled screen appears, use NFC to connect the product and the smartphone.
You can transfer images stored in the product to a computer connected to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router and easily make backup copies using this operation. Before starting this operation, install PlayMemories Home on your computer and register the access point on the product. 1 Start your computer. 2 MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Computer]. Note Depending on the application settings of your computer, the product will turn off after saving the images to your computer.
To display the next/previous image manually, press the right/left sides of the control wheel. To change the device to be connected, press the down side of the control wheel, then select [Device list]. Slideshow settings You can change the slideshow settings by pressing the down side of the control wheel. Playback Selection: Selects the group of images to be shown. Folder View(Still): Selects from [All] and [All in Folder]. Date View: Selects from [All] and [All in Date Rng.].
Preparation in advance To use the location information linking function of the camera, the application PlayMemories Mobile is required. If “Location Information Linkage” is not displayed on the top page of PlayMemories Mobile, you need to perform the following steps beforehand. 1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. You can install PlayMemories Mobile from the application store of your smartphone. If you have already installed the application, update it to the latest version. 2.
7. : Select [OK] when a message is displayed on the monitor of the camera. Pairing of the camera and PlayMemories Mobile is complete. 8. : On the camera, select MENU → Info. Link] → [On]. (Wireless) → [ Loc. Info. Link Set.] → [Location (obtaining location information icon) will be displayed on the monitor of the camera. Location information obtained by your smartphone using GPS, etc., will be recorded when shooting images. Menu item details Location Info.
Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again. The location information will not be recorded when it cannot be obtained, such as when the Bluetooth connection is disconnected. The camera can be paired with up to 15 Bluetooth devices, but can link the location information with that of only one smartphone.
If your access point has the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, you can register the access point to this product easily by pushing the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button. 1 MENU → 2 Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. (Wireless) →[Wi-Fi Settings] → [WPS Push]. Note [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button method.
When the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the desired access point. When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen: Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point. If you select [Manual Setting], input the SSID name of the access point, then select the security system. 3 Input the password, and select [OK]. Access points without the 4 mark do not require a password. Select [OK].
[245] Using wireless functions Changing the wireless connection settings Edit Device Name You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. 1 MENU → (Wireless) → [Edit Device Name]. 2 Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. [246] Using wireless functions Changing the wireless connection settings Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of this product. 1 MENU → (Wireless) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address].
[248] Using wireless functions Changing the wireless connection settings Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. 1 MENU → (Wireless) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK]. [249] PlayMemories Camera Apps About PlayMemories Camera Apps PlayMemories Camera Apps You can add the desired functions to this product by connecting to the application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps) via the Internet.
You can open a service account, which is required to download applications. 1 Access the application download website. http://www.sony.net/pmca/ 2 Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the product. [252] PlayMemories Camera Apps Installing the applications Downloading applications You can download applications using your computer. 1 Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.
[253] PlayMemories Camera Apps Installing the applications Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. Acquire a service account in advance. 1 MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications. Note If MENU → (Wireless) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Access Point Set.
You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the product. If the application you call up has a feature that works with the smartphone, the product and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi. To use this function, register the desired application in advance. 1 MENU → 2 Switch this product to shooting mode, then touch an NFC-enabled smartphone to the (N mark) on the product for 1-2 seconds.
The uninstalled application can be re-installed. For details, see the application download website. [257] PlayMemories Camera Apps Managing the applications Changing the order of applications You can change the order in which added applications are displayed on this product. 1 MENU → [Sort]. (Application) → [Application List] → [Application Management] → 2 Select the application of which you want to change the order. 3 Select the destination.
You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ [260] Using a computer Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Wireless Auto Import “Wireless Auto Import” is required if you are using a Mac computer and want to import images to the computer using Wi-Fi function. Download the software from the URL above, and install it on your Mac computer.
You can edit and correct images, such as by trimming and resizing. You can create a disc from movies imported to a computer. Blu-ray discs or AVCHD discs can be created from XAVC S-format movies. You can upload images to a network service. (An Internet connection is required.) You can import images recorded with location information to a computer and view them on a map. For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home.
Note Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. [263] Using a computer Importing images for use on a computer Connecting the camera to a computer 1 Insert a fully charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC Adaptor (sold separately).
[264] Using a computer Importing images for use on a computer Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. For details on PlayMemories Home functions, see the Help of PlayMemories Home. Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home (For Windows) When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between this product and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] → [OK] → [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT].
Removing a memory card. Turning off the product. 1 Click (Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media ) in the taskbar. 2 Click the displayed message. Note On Mac computers, drag and drop the memory card icon or the drive icon into the “Trash” icon. The camera will be disconnected from the computer. On Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the micro USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit.
Windows http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note Log on as Administrator. [268] Using a computer Controlling the camera from a computer (Remote Camera Control) Remote Camera Control When using Remote Camera Control, the following operations are available on your computer. Changing this product’s settings and shooting. Recording images directly to the computer. Performing interval timer shooting.
Selecting a disc to be created You can create a disc that can be played back on other devices from a movie recorded on this camera. What devices can play back the disc depends on the disc type. Select a disc type suitable for the playback devices you will be using. Depending on the movie type, the movie format may be converted when creating a disc.
4K movies cannot be recorded on a disc in 4K image quality. [271] Using a computer Creating a movie disc Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.
You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHDcompatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home. Your computer must be able to create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs).
When you create a DVD disc for the first time, connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable. Install the dedicated add-on software following the on-screen instructions. (An internet connection is needed.) For details on how to create a disc using PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help for PlayMemories Home. B. How to create using a device other than a computer You can also create DVD discs using a Blu-ray recorder, HDD recorder, etc. For details, refer to the device's operating instructions.
3 Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection. [275] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Quality (still image) 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details RAW: File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format) Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes. The image size is fixed to the maximum size.
This will allow more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality will be lower. About RAW images To open a RAW image file recorded with this camera, the software Image Data Converter is needed. With Image Data Converter, you can open a RAW image file, then convert it into a popular image format such as JPEG or TIFF, or readjust the white balance, saturation or contrast of the image. You cannot apply [Auto HDR] or [Picture Effect] functions with RAW images.
Note When [ to "L." Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds [277] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Aspect Ratio (still image) 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. [278] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Panorama: Size Sets the image size when shooting panoramic images.
[279] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting. Menu item details Right: Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Up: Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom.
Noise reduction may not be activated even if [ situations: Long Exposure NR] is set to [On] in the following The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action], [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] is selected. The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR].
[ High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ [282] List of MENU items Quality] is [RAW & JPEG]. Camera Settings1 Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Color Space] → desired setting. Menu item details sRGB: This is the standard color space of the digital camera.
Menu item details Auto: Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Off: Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. The amount of light around the edges may not be corrected, depending on the lens type. [284] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Comp. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU → setting.
Menu item details Auto: Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Off: Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. [286] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) Switch the auto mode between [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto]. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 MENU → .
2 Turn the control dial to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly. Sports Action: Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The product shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Macro: Shoots close-ups of the subjects, such as flowers, insects, food, or small items.
Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. The flash does not pop up automatically. Pop up the flash manually before shooting. Anti Motion Blur: Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur.
In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting. The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. For the minimum in-focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the product. Hint To change the scene, rotate the control dial on the shooting screen and select a new scene. [288] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 S. Auto Img.
bracketing shooting. 1 Select / (Drive Mode) on the control wheel → desired setting. You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU → [Drive Mode]. (Camera Settings1) → Menu item details Single Shooting: Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer: Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.
You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU → [Drive Mode]. 2 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Selftimer during Brkt: Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing.
If you set [ / Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. [292] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Allows you to register up to 2 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial.
Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject.
Continuously repetitive patterns, such as the facades of buildings Subjects in the focusing area with different focal distances Note [Automatic AF] is available only when you are using a lens that supports phase detection AF. When [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] is set, the angle of view may change little by little while focusing. This does not affect the actual recorded images. Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available in the movie shooting mode.
Sets whether to release the shutter even if the subject is not in focus when the continuous AF is activated and the subject is in motion. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Priority Set in AF-C] → desired setting. Menu item details AF: Prioritizes focusing. The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus. Release: Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus.
When the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down, the product tracks the subject within the selected autofocus area. This setting is available only when the focus mode is set to [Continuous AF]. Point the cursor at [Lock-on AF] on the [Focus Area] setting screen, and then adjust the desired area to start tracking using the left/right sides of the control wheel. You can also move the tracking start area to the desired point by designating the area as a flexible spot or expand flexible spot.
To move the focus area When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], if pressing the button to which [Focus Standard] is assigned, you can shoot while moving the focus area using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. To change the shooting settings using the control wheel, press the button to which [Focus Standard] is assigned. You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor.
Off: Does not use the AF illuminator. Note You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations: In movie mode Sweep Panorama When [ Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] and the subject is moving (when the focus indicator or lights up). When [Focus Magnifier] is activated. When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes: [Landscape] [Sports Action] [Night Scene] When a Mount Adaptor is attached. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light.
3 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Hint You can select the subject to be tracked by touch operation when shooting using the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off]. Note The [Center Lock-on AF] function may not function very well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark. The ambient light changes.
The following functions are unavailable when [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF]: [Zone], [Expand Flexible Spot], and [Lock-on AF] in [Focus Area] [Eye AF] AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to When [ [Balanced Emphasis], the camera will temporarily switch to [AF]. [300] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 AF w/ shutter (still image) Selects whether to focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway down.
Pre-AF (still image) The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note [ Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted.
AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details On: The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. [304] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Disp. cont.
[305] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 AF Micro Adj. Allows you to adjust and register an autofocused position for each lens, when using an A-mount lens with the Mount Adaptor LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 (sold separately). In general use, you do not need to adjust the autofocused position using this function. Use this function only when adjustments are needed for certain focal lengths. Note that the auto focus function may not be performed at a proper position when using this adjustment.
[306] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation). 1 (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel → press the left/right side of the control wheel or turn the control wheel, and select the desired exposure range.
to [ISO AUTO]. Only a value between -3.0 EV and + 3.0 EV with the equivalent image brightness appears on the screen when shooting. If you set an exposure beyond this range, the image brightness on the screen does not show the effect, but it will be reflected in the recorded image. You can adjust the exposure in a range of -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies. If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect.
The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. The available ISO settings will differ depending on whether you are shooting still images, shooting movies, or shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies. When shooting movies, ISO values between 100 and 25600 are available. If the ISO value is set to a value larger than 25600, the setting is automatically switched to 25600. When you finish recording the movie, the ISO value returns to the original setting.
shoot images with less noise. 1/4000 ― 30": The ISO sensitivity starts to change at the shutter speed you have set. Hint The difference in shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity starts to change between [Faster], [Fast], [Standard], [Slow], and [Slower] is 1 EV. Note If the exposure is insufficient even when the ISO sensitivity is set to [ISO AUTO Maximum] in [ISO AUTO], in order to shoot with an appropriate exposure, the shutter speed will be slower than the speed set in [ISO AUTO Min. SS].
Measures the average brightness of the entire screen. The exposure will be stable even if the composition or the position of the subject changes. Highlight: Measures the brightness while emphasizing the highlighted area on the screen. This mode is suitable for shooting the subject while avoiding overexposure.
When [Focus Area] is set to other than [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position is locked to the center. When [Focus Area] is set to [Lock-on AF: Flexible Spot] or [Lock-on AF:Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the Lock-on AF start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject.
Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note Operation using the AEL button is prioritized over the [ [313] List of MENU items AEL w/ shutter] settings. Camera Settings1 Exposure Std. Adjust Adjusts this camera's standard for the correct exposure value for each metering mode. 1 MENU → mode.
[314] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Flash Mode You can set the flash mode. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Flash Off: The flash does not operate. Autoflash: The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter.
Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Flash Comp.] → desired setting. Selecting higher values (+ side) makes the flash level higher, and lower values (- side) makes the flash level lower. Note [Flash Comp.
[317] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting. Menu item details On: The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Off: Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects.
Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup]. Custom Setup: Memorizes the basic white color under the light conditions for the shooting environment. Select a memorized custom white balance number. Hint You can display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color tones as required by pressing the right side of the control wheel. If the color tones do not come out as you expected in the selected settings, perform [WB bracket] shooting.
[320] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 D-Range Opt. (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [D-Range Opt.]. 2 Select the desired setting using the left/right sides of the control wheel. Menu item details D-Range Optimizer: Auto: Corrects the brightness automatically.
[321] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Auto HDR Shoots three images using different exposures and combines the images with correct exposure, the bright parts of an underexposed image, and the dark parts of an overexposed image to create images with a greater range of gradation (High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [Auto HDR].
You may not obtain the desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting conditions. When the flash is used, this function has little effect. When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed.
(A): Displayed only when Style Box is selected Menu item details Standard: For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. Vivid: The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. Neutral: The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer.
For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( settings. Then select the desired settings using the right button. You can call up the same style with slightly different settings.
Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness. Pop Color: Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Posterization: Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white. Retro Photo: Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. Soft High-key: Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft.
[Rich-tone Mono.] [Miniature] [Watercolor] [Illustration] In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono.], the shutter is released three times for one shot. Be careful about the following: Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not flash light. Do not change the composition during shooting. When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera-shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not be able to obtain good HDR images.
4 Select the desired value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel and press in the center. Using the preset of the picture profile The default settings [PP1] through [PP9] for movies have been set in advance in the camera based on various shooting conditions. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Profile] → desired setting.
lower and the contrast in bright parts is higher than for [Movie]. ITU709: Gamma curve that corresponds to ITU709. ITU709(800%): Gamma curve for confirming scenes on the assumption of shooting using [SLog2] or [S-Log3]. S-Log2: Gamma curve for [S-Log2]. This setting is based on the assumption that the picture will be processed after shooting. S-Log3: Gamma curve for [S-Log3] with more similar features to film. This setting is based on the assumption that the picture will be processed after shooting.
S-Gamut3.Cine: Setting based on the assumption that the pictures will be processed after shooting. Used when [Gamma] is set to [S-Log3]. This setting allows you to shoot in a color space that can easily be converted for digital cinema. S-Gamut3: Setting based on the assumption that the pictures will be processed after shooting. Used when [Gamma] is set to [S-Log3]. This setting allows you to shoot in a wide color space. Saturation Sets the color saturation. (-32 to +32) Color Phase Sets the color phase.
You can reset the picture profile to the default setting. You cannot reset all picture profile settings at once. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Profile] → [Reset]. Note Since the parameters are shared for movie and still images, adjust the value when you change the shooting mode.
Menu item details Off: Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function. On: Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. Note [ Soft Skin Effect] is not available when [ [ Soft Skin Effect] is not available for RAW images when the [ [326] List of MENU items Quality] is [RAW]. Quality] is [RAW & JPEG].
When [ AF in Focus Mag.] is set to [Off]: The [Focus Magnifier] function is canceled. You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. 4 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. To use the focus magnifier function by touch operation You can adjust the focus on the magnified image touching the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to other than [Off] beforehand.
No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. [328] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ AF in Focus Mag.] → [On]. 2 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].
Note The edges of the screen may be unfocused. The exposure and white balance cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is being magnified. [ AF in Focus Mag.] is unavailable in the following situations: In [Sweep Panorama] mode During movie shooting When [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. When [Focus Mode] is set to [Automatic AF] and the shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M. When [Focus Mode] is set to [Automatic AF] and [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting].
Hint You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. [330] List of MENU items (Camera Camera Settings1 Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Peaking Level] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Sets the peaking level to high. Mid: Sets the peaking level to middle. Low: Sets the peaking level to low.
Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. [332] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function. On (Regist.
Tips for capturing smiles more effectively Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth are shown. If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the product shoots the image. After shooting, the product returns to Smile Shutter mode.
If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a priority when [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration]. 2 Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3 When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter]. Note Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place.
Deletes a registered face. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Delete]. If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. [336] List of MENU items Camera Settings1 Auto Obj.
[ Auto Obj. Framing] is not available in the following situations. [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting], [Self-timer(Cont)], [Cont. Bracket], [Single Bracket], [WB bracket], or [DRO Bracket]. The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR]. [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. Other zoom functions than the optical zoom When shooting in Manual Focus mode [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration].
[338] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format supports a high bit rate. Audio: LPCM One of the following kinds of memory card is needed to record movies with [ set to [XAVC S 4K]: File Format] Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more.
SDHC / SDXC / microSDHC / microSDXC memory card (SD Speed Class10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster) UHS Speed Class U3 is required to record at 100 Mbps or more. AVCHD: Records HD movies in the AVCHD format. This file format is suitable for high-definition TV. Audio: Dolby Digital MP4: Records MP4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for playback on smartphones or tablets, web uploads, email attachments, etc.
* 30p/25p 30p 60M/25p 60M 30p 100M/25p 100M 24p 24p 60M 24p 100M * * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] Records high-definition movies by converting them into the MP4 file format using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec.
When [ File Format] is set to [MP4] Movies are recorded in the MPEG-4 format, at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60icompatible devices), approximately 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), approximately 30 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices), or approximately 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode with AAC audio and in the MP4 format.
example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky. Sound will not be recorded. 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie/S&Q Motion). 2 Select MENU→ (Camera Settings2)→[Movie/S&Q Motion]→ and select the desired setting of slow-motion/quick-motion (S&Q) ( Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual Exposure). 3 Select MENU→ settings for [ 4 Press the MOVIE (movie) button to start recording.
2fps 12 times quick 15 times quick 30 times quick 1fps 24 times quick 30 times quick 60 times quick When [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to PAL Record Setting Frame Rate 25p 50p 100fps 4 times slower - 50fps 2 times slower Normal playback speed 25fps Normal playback speed 2 times quick 12fps 2.08 times quick 4.16 times quick 6fps 4.16 times quick 8.3 times quick 3fps 8.3 times quick 16.6 times quick 2fps 12.
[341] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Dual Video REC Allows you to simultaneously record an XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Dual Video REC] → desired setting. Menu item details On: An XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie, are recorded simultaneously. Off: The [Dual Video REC] function is not used.
[343] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 AF Track Sens (movie) You can set the AF sensitivity in movie mode. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ AF Track Sens]→desired setting. Menu item details Responsive: Sets the AF sensitivity to high. This mode is useful when recording movies in which the subject is moving quickly. Standard: Sets the AF sensitivity to normal. This mode is useful when there are obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places.
During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] [345] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Audio Recording Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound.
Turns up the audio recording level. -: Turns down the audio recording level. Reset: Resets the audio recording level to the default setting. Hint When you record audio movies with loud volumes, set [Audio Rec Level] to a lower sound level. Doing so enables you to record more realistic audio. When you record audio movies with lower volumes, set [Audio Rec Level] to a greater sound level to make the sound easier to hear. Note Regardless of the [Audio Rec Level] settings, the limiter always operates.
[348] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise by cutting the low-range sound of the input audio from the built-in microphone. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Wind Noise Reduct.] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Reduces wind noise. Off: Does not reduce wind noise. Note Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume.
Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to movies. (Movie/S&Q Motion) or when shooting You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) [350] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Marker Settings (movie) Sets the markers to be displayed while shooting movies. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Marker Settings] → desired setting.
Silent Shooting (still image) You can shoot images without the shutter sound. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Silent Shooting] → desired setting. Menu item details On: You can shoot images without the shutter sound. Off: [ Silent Shooting] is deactivated. Note Use the [ Silent Shooting] function on your own responsibility, while taking sufficient consideration to the privacy and portrait rights of the subject. Even if [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], it will not be completely silent.
When [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], only [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is available for [Cont. Shooting]. When shooting using a function downloaded from PlayMemories Camera Apps, [ Silent Shooting] is canceled. To reactivate [ Silent Shooting], first launch an application, then select MENU → [ Silent Shooting] ([ Silent Shooting] cannot be used with some applications). After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds.
Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens is attached. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Release w/o Lens] → desired setting. Menu item details Enable: Releases the shutter when no lens is attached. Select [Enable] when attaching the product to an astronomical telescope, etc. Disable: Does not release the shutter when a lens is not attached. Note Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope.
SteadyShot Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. [356] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 SteadyShot Settings You can shoot with an appropriate SteadyShot setting for the attached lens. 1 MENU → 2 [SteadyShot Settings] → [SteadyShot Adjust.] → desired setting.
The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on, right after you point the camera towards a subject, or when the shutter button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway. When using a tripod, make sure to turn off the SteadyShot function because this can cause any malfunction when shooting. [SteadyShot Settings] will be unavailable when MENU→ set to [Off].
You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)]. [358] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Zoom Setting You can select the zoom setting of the product. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Optical zoom only: Limits the zoom range to the optical zoom. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [ Image Size] to [M] or [S].
Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. [360] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode.
For viewfinder*: Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder. This screen mode is available only in the setting for [Monitor]. * Note If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level. [361] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the display between Electronic Viewfinder and the screen.
To turn off automatic switching of the display using the eye sensor, set [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Viewfinder(Manual)] or [Monitor(Manual)]. [362] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Finder Frame Rate (still image) Display the subject's movements more smoothly by adjusting the frame rate of the viewfinder during still image shooting. This function is convenient when shooting a fast-moving subject. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) →[ Finder Frame Rate] → desired setting.
Menu item details Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+/Custom1/Custom2: Adjusts the brightness level. Hint You can register values to check the correct exposure or overexposure as well as the brightness level for [Zebra]. The settings for correct exposure confirmation and overexposure confirmation are registered to [Custom1] and [Custom2] respectively in the default settings. To check the correct exposure, set a standard value and the range for the brightness level.
Does not display the grid line. [365] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Exposure Set. Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. On: Displays the guide.
results of the shot on the Live View screen. Setting Effect OFF: Displays Live View without the effects of exposure compensation, white balance, [Creative Style], or [Picture Effect]. When this setting is used, you can easily check the image composition. Live View is always displayed with the appropriate brightness even in [Manual Exposure] mode. When [Setting Effect OFF] is selected, the icon is displayed on the Live View screen.
Note When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. [368] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Custom Key(Shoot.)/Custom Key(PB) You can assign a desired function to a desired key. Some functions are available only when they are assigned to a custom key.
3 Select the function to be assigned. The functions that can be assigned differ depending on the keys. [369] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.
[Dial/Wheel Setup] is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” [371] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Dial/Wheel Ev Comp You can adjust the exposure compensation using the control dial or the control wheel. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Dial/Wheel Ev Comp] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not assign the exposure compensation function to the control dial or control wheel. Wheel: Assigns the exposure compensation function to the control wheel.
Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie/S&Q Motion] mode. [373] List of MENU items Camera Settings2 Dial / Wheel Lock You can set whether the dial and wheel will be locked by pressing and holding the Fn (Function) button. 1 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Dial / Wheel Lock] → desired setting. Menu item details Lock: Locks the control dial and control wheel.
Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. [375] List of MENU items Wireless Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images/movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1 MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen If you press the for [Send to Smartphone] will appear.
Select on Smartphone: Displays all images recorded on the product’s memory card on the smartphone. Note You can only transfer images that are saved on the camera's memory card. You can select an image size to be sent to the smartphone from [Original], [2M] or [VGA]. To change the image size, refer to the following steps. For Android smartphone Start PlayMemories Mobile, and change the image size by [Settings] → [Copy Image Size].
images to your computer. You can transfer images from the product to only one computer at a time. If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. When you save images to the Mac computer using Wi-Fi function, use "Wireless Auto Import.
Selects from [All] and [All in Date Rng.]. Interval: Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects*: Selects from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size: Selects from [HD] and [4K]. The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions. * Note You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer. You can view images on a Wi-Fi Direct-enabled TV or network-enabled TV (including wired networkenabled TVs).
When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch. Exit PlayMemories Mobile without performing an operation. If you do not exit PlayMemories Mobile, the smartphone stays in standby connection status. [Smart Remote Embedded] is assigned to [One-touch(NFC)] as a default setting. [379] List of MENU items Wireless Airplane Mode When you board an airplane, etc.
A connection may not be enabled depending on the surrounding conditions, such as the type of wall material or if there is an obstruction or poor wireless signal between the product and access point. If that happens, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. [381] List of MENU items Wireless Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually.
Access points without the 4 mark do not require a password. Select [OK]. Other setting items Depending on the status or the setting method of your access point, you may want to set more items. WPS PIN: Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device. Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off]. IP Address Setting: Select [Auto] or [Manual]. IP Address: If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address.
[383] List of MENU items Wireless Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] and [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information. 1 MENU → (Wireless) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK]. Note If you connect this product to the smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.
[385] List of MENU items Wireless Loc. Info. Link Set. You can use the application PlayMemories Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images. Preparation in advance To use the location information linking function of the camera, the application PlayMemories Mobile is required.
Linkage.” If “Location Information Linkage” is not displayed, follow the steps in “Preparation in advance” above. 5. : Activate [Location Information Linkage] on the [Location Information Linkage] setting screen of PlayMemories Mobile. 6. : Follow the instructions on the [Location Information Linkage] setting screen of PlayMemories Mobile, and then select your camera from the list. 7. : Select [OK] when a message is displayed on the monitor of the camera.
location information to your computer. For details, refer to Help for PlayMemories Home. If the location information linking function does not work properly, see the following notes and perform pairing again. Confirm that the Bluetooth function of your smartphone is activated. Confirm that the camera is not connected with other devices using the Bluetooth function. Confirm that [Airplane Mode] for the camera is set to [Off]. Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile.
2 Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. [387] List of MENU items Wireless Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. 1 MENU → (Wireless) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK]. [388] List of MENU items Application Launching the downloaded application (Application List) Launch an application that has been downloaded from the application download website PlayMemories Camera Apps. 1 MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → desired application to launch.
1 MENU → (Application) → [Introduction] [390] List of MENU items Playback Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) You can delete multiple selected images. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. 1 MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Deletes the selected images. (1) Select the images to be deleted, then press the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box.
[391] List of MENU items Playback Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Sets the View Mode (image display method). 1 MENU → (Playback) → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies.
MENU → (Playback) → [Image Index] → desired setting. Menu item details 12 Images/30 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press the center of the control wheel. To display a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel, then press the top/bottom sides of the control wheel. While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center.
Automatically plays back images continuously. 1 MENU → 2 Select [Enter]. (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off], in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once. Interval: Select the display interval for images from among [1 Sec], [3 Sec], [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec]. To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU button to quit the slideshow.
Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. [396] List of MENU items Playback Enlarging an image being played back (Playback zoom) Enlarges the image being played back. Use this function to check the focus of the image, etc. 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, and then press the button.
[397] List of MENU items Playback Protecting images (Protect) Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The protected images. 1 MENU → mark is displayed on (Playback) → [Protect] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. (1) Select the image to be protected, then press the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press the center again to remove the mark.
Order Format.” DPOF setting will be retained after the image is printed. We recommend that you cancel this setting after printing. 1 MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Selects images to order printing. (1) Select an image and press the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press the center again and delete the mark. (2) Repeat step (1) to print other images.
2 MENU → (Playback) → select [Photo Capture]. 3 Play back the movie and pause it. 4 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. 5 Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. [400] List of MENU items Setup Monitor Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting.
[401] List of MENU items Setup Viewfinder Bright. When using an electronic viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the brightness of the electronic viewfinder from the range –2 to +2. Note The electronic viewfinder brightness cannot be adjusted in the following situations.
it changes to a colder color. [403] List of MENU items Setup Gamma Disp. Assist Movies with S-Log gamma are assumed to be processed after shooting in order to make use of the wide dynamic range. They are therefore displayed in low contrast during shooting and may be difficult to monitor, using [Gamma Disp. Assist], contrast equivalent to that of normal gamma can be reproduced. In addition, [Gamma Disp. Assist] can also be applied when playing back movies on the camera's monitor/viewfinder.
Sets the sound volume for movie playback. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Volume Settings] → desired setting. Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. [405] List of MENU items Setup Upload Settings (Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available).
Note Eye-Fi cards are only sold in certain countries/regions. For more information on Eye-Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly. Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. Eye-Fi cards are equipped with a wireless LAN function. Do not insert an Eye-Fi card into the product in locations in which their use is prohibited, such as on an airplane.
Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. [407] List of MENU items Setup Mode Dial Guide You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off: Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. [408] List of MENU items Setup Delete confirm.
[409] List of MENU items Setup Display Quality You can change the display quality. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set.
[411] List of MENU items Setup Auto Pwr OFF Temp. Sets the temperature of the camera at which the camera turns off automatically during shooting. When it is set to [High], you can continue shooting even when the temperature of the camera gets hotter than normal. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Auto Pwr OFF Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard: Sets the standard temperature at which the camera turns off. High: Sets a higher temperature than the standard at which the camera turns off.
[412] List of MENU items Setup NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] Note If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with a different video system, a message telling you that you must reformat the card will appear. If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card.
4 Detach the lens. 5 Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. 6 Attach the lens. Hint For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
[414] List of MENU items Setup Touch Operation Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor. Touch operations when shooting with the monitor are referred to as "touch panel operations," and touch operations when shooting with the viewfinder are referred to as "touch pad operations." 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting.
Uses only the right half of the monitor as the touch pad. Right 1/4 Area: Uses only the right quarter of the monitor as the touch pad. [416] List of MENU items Setup Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Demo Mode] → desired setting.
1 MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp. Setting: Sets the display for the counter, time code, and user bit. TC Preset: Sets the time code. UB Preset: Sets the user bit. TC Format: Sets the recording method for the time code. (Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC.) TC Run: Sets the count up format for the time code. TC Make: Sets the recording format for the time code on the recording medium.
2. Press the (Delete) button to reset the user bit (00 00 00 00). How to select the recording method for the time code (TC Format*1) 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Format]. DF: Records the time code in Drop Frame*2 format. NDF: Records the time code in Non-Drop Frame format. *1 *2 Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. The time code is based on 30 frames per second.
Remote Ctrl You can operate this product and shoot images using the SHUTTER button, 2SEC button (2 second delay shutter), and START/STOP button (or Movie button (RMT-DSLR2 only)) on the Wireless Remote Commander RMT-DSLR1 (sold separately) and RMT-DSLR2 (sold separately). Refer also to the operating instructions for the Wireless Remote Commander. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Remote Ctrl] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Allows remote commander operation. Off: Does not allow remote commander operation.
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. [420] List of MENU items Setup HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) Set 1080/24p or 1080/60p as the HDMI output format when [ 24M(FX) ], [24p 17M(FH) ], [24p 50M ].
Selects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 1 MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Info. Display] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Displays the shooting information on the TV. The recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the TV, while nothing is displayed on the camera’s monitor. Off: Does not display the shooting information on the TV.
[423] List of MENU items Setup HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) If you connect the camera to an external recorder/player, you can remotely command the recorder/player to start/stop recording using the camera. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ REC Control] → desired setting. Menu item details On: The camera can send a recording command to an external recorder/player. The camera is sending a recording command to an external recorder/player.
The input of the TV is switched automatically and images on this product are displayed on the TV screen. 3 Press the SYNC MENU button of the TV’s remote control. 4 Operate this product using the TV’s remote control. Menu item details On: You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note If you connect this product to a TV using an HDMI cable, available menu items are limited.
3 MENU → (Setup) → [ 4K Output Sel.] → desired setting. Menu item details Memory Card+HDMI: Simultaneously outputs to the external recording/playback device and records on the camera’s memory card. HDMI Only(30p): Outputs a 4K movie in 30p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera’s memory card. HDMI Only(24p) : Outputs a 4K movie in 24p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera’s memory card.
this product. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [USB Connection] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected. Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 computers are connected in MTP, and their unique functions are enabled for use. Mass Storage: Establishes a Mass Storage connection between this product, a computer, and other USB devices.
[428] List of MENU items Setup USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [USB Power Supply] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Power is supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc. Off: Power is not supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc.
Note During PC Remote shooting, you cannot change settings for [Still Img. Save Dest.]. Adjust the settings before you start shooting. If you insert a memory card that is not recordable, you cannot shoot still images even if you select [PC+Camera]. If you select [PC+Camera] and you have not inserted a memory card into the camera, you cannot release the shutter even if [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote.
Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [ [432] List of MENU items Language] → desired language. Setup Date/Time Setup The Clock Set screen is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has fully discharged. Select this menu when setting the date and time after the first time. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting.
1 MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. [434] List of MENU items Setup Copyright Info Writes copyright information onto the still images. 1 MENU → 2 When you select [Set Photographer] or [Set Copyright], a keyboard appears on the screen. Enter your desired name. (Setup) → [Copyright Info] → desired setting. Menu item details Write Copyright Info: Sets whether to write copyright information. ([On]/[Off]) If you select [On], an icon will appear on the shooting screen.
Format When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, we recommend that you format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save valuable data on a computer, etc. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Format]. Note Formatting permanently erases all data including protected images and registered settings (from M1 to M4). The access lamp lights up during formatting.
[437] List of MENU items Setup Set File Name You can specify the first three characters of the file name for images you shoot. (Setup) → [Set File Name]. 1 MENU → 2 Select the entry field for the file name to display a keyboard on the screen, and then enter three characters of your choice. Note Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character.
New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card for recording still images and MP4 movies. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used. Images are recorded in the newly created folder. A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies that have the same number are created at the same time. 1 MENU→ (Setup)→[New Folder].
[441] List of MENU items Setup Recover Image DB If image files were processed on a computer, problems may occur in the image database file. In such cases, the images on the memory card will not be played back on this product. If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. [442] List of MENU items Setup Display Media Info.
Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. The use of a sufficiently charged battery or the AC Adaptor (sold separately) is recommended. [444] List of MENU items Setup Certification Logo (For some models only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. 1 MENU → (Setup) → [Certification Logo]. [445] List of MENU items Setup Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings.
[446] Precautions/This product Precautions Refer also to "Notes on using your camera" in the Instruction Manual (supplied) for this product. Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection. When the memory card is removed, the USB cable is disconnected, or the product is turned off in the middle of a read or write operation. When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
to the camera. Precaution on carrying Do not carry the camera with the tripod attached. This may cause the tripod socket hole to break. On operating temperatures Your product is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32 °F and 104 °F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended. On moisture condensation If the product is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the product.
Notes on the flash Do not cover the flash with your fingers. Do not carry the product by the flash unit, or use excessive strength on it. If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. When pushing down the flash unit, be careful not to catch your fingers. Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to perform the following operation to protect private information.
clean inside the lens mount, use a commercially available blower* to blow any dust off. Do not use a spray-type blower as doing so may cause a malfunction. * Cleaning the product surface Clean the product surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing: Do not expose the product to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide.
5 Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. 6 Attach the lens. Hint For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note Clean the image sensor quickly. A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
Number of recordable images When you insert a memory card into the camera and set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON,” the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the screen. Note When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in orange, the memory card is full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images from the current memory card. When “NO CARD” flashes in orange, it means no memory card has been inserted.
[450] Precautions/This product Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], [XAVC S HD], and [AVCHD] are recording times when shooting with [Dual Video REC] set to [Off].
Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (a product specification limit). The continuous recordable time may differ in the following situations: When the file format is set to MP4 (28M): Approximately 20 minutes (limited by file size of 4 GB). When shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies: Recording will automatically stop when the recorded file reaches approximately 29 minutes (the played back movie reaches approximately 29 minutes).
When the icon appears, the temperature of the camera is too high. If the camera stops recording due to the temperature, leave it for some time with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera drops fully. If you observe the following points, the recording time will be longer. Keep the camera out of direct sunlight. Turn the camera off when it is not being used. When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB.
a malfunction. [453] Precautions/This product License Notes on the License This product comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product.
Trademarks Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries. IOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems Inc. iPhone and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
2 Initialize the settings. 3 Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ [456] If you have problems Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Power insufficient.
switch set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Cannot open the shutter since the memory card is not inserted. No memory card has been inserted. To release the shutter without inserting a memory card into the camera, set [Release w/o Card] to [Enable]. In this case, images will not be saved. This memory card may not be capable of recording and playing normally. An incompatible memory card is inserted. Processing... When performing noise reduction, the reduction process takes place.
The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the product is possible. Unable to register to the database file. Import all the images to a computer using PlayMemories Home and recover the memory card. Image DataBase File error There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it.
recording modes. ILCE-6500 Lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.
