Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Instruction Manual A-mount Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Functions list Viewing images on a computer Others Advanced operations Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. SLT-A77/A77V Serial No. __________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket).
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Notice for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover.
Table of Contents Basic operations ...............................................................14 This section provides basic information on operating the camera. Read this section first. Notes on using your camera ............................................ 15 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ............................................ 18 Identifying parts .............................................................. 19 Charging the battery pack ......................................
Switching the recording information display (DISP) ...... 52 Setting image size ............................................................ 53 Image Size .................................................................. 53 Panorama: Size ........................................................... 53 Using the playback functions Enlarging images ............................................................. 55 Switching to the display of the image list .......................
Graphic Display ......................................................... 89 Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed ........................................................... 89 List of icons for viewfinder mode .............................. 90 Display panel .............................................................. 93 Shooting a clear image without camera shake ................ 94 Camera shake warning indicator ................................
Direct manual focus ................................................. 125 AF/MF control ......................................................... 126 Detecting faces .............................................................. 127 Face Detection .......................................................... 127 Face Registration ...................................................... 128 Smile Shutter ............................................................ 129 Adjusting the brightness of the image .......
Playback The screen displayed for playback mode ...................... 159 Switching the screen during playback ...................... 159 List of icons on the histogram display ..................... 159 Using the playback functions ........................................ 161 Rotating an image .................................................... 161 View Mode ............................................................... 161 Slide Show ...............................................................
Power Save ............................................................... 179 FINDER/LCD Setting .............................................. 179 Lens compensation ........................................................ 180 Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading .............................. 180 Lens Comp.: Chromatic Aberration ......................... 180 Lens Comp.: Distortion ............................................ 180 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 181 Format ................
Trouble shooting/Others Troubleshooting ............................................................. 203 Warning messages ......................................................... 212 Precautions .................................................................... 214 To use your camera abroad — Power sources .............. 217 AVCHD format ............................................................. 218 GPS (SLT-A77V only) .................................................. 219 3D-shootings ..............
Basic operations This section provides the basic information on operating the camera. Read this section first. To more effectively take advantage of the camera, see “Advanced operations” (page 85).
Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure • This camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects: the LCD monitor mode using the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder. • The recorded image may be different from the image you monitored before recording. Notes on the functions available with the camera • To check whether it is a 1080 60icompatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.
Notes on using your camera Notes on long-time recording • When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises. If the temperature reaches above a certain level, the mark is indicated on the screen and the camera is turned off automatically. If the power is turned off, leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to allow the temperature inside the camera to decrease to a safe level. • Under high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the camera rises quickly.
Notes on using your camera Model name This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name Lens SLT-A77/A77V – SLT-A77K/ A77VK DT18-55mm SLT-A77Q/ A77VQ DT16-50mm SLT-A77M/ A77VM DT18-135mm Notes on shooting with the viewfinder This camera is equipped with an XGA Organic Electro-Luminescence viewfinder with high resolution and high contrast.
Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera (page 17). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Common accessories • Camera (1) • BC-VM10A Battery charger (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) * Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Front side Preparing the camera A AF illuminator (120)/Self-timer lamp (155) B Shutter button (36) L Mode dial (42) M (Flash pop-up) button (47, 135) C Power switch (33) N Mounting index (30) D Front control dial (102) O Lens release button (31) E Remote sensor (158) P Focus mode dial (116, 123) F Lens contacts* * Do not directly touch these parts. ** Do not cover this part during movie recording.
Identifying parts Rear side A Eyecup (86) I DISP (Display) button (87, 159) B Eyepiece sensors (86) J (Smart teleconverter) button (153)/Focus Magnifier button (124) K (In-Camera Guide) button (70) For viewing: (Delete) button (40) D Diopter-adjustment dial (35) L (Playback) button (39) E LCD monitor (79, 90, 159) * Do not directly touch this part.
Identifying parts Top side Preparing the camera A Auto-lock Accessory shoe (135) B MENU button (62) C MOVIE button (38, 111) D FINDER/LCD button (179) E Display panel (93) F (Drive) button (51, 154) G WB (White balance) button M For shooting: AF/MF (Auto focus/manual focus) button (126) For viewing: (Enlarge) button (55) N For shooting: AEL (AE lock) button (131)/SLOW SYNC button (136) For viewing: (Image index) button (56) (148) H (Exposure) button (49) I ISO button (139) J Display panel illumi
Identifying parts Sides/Bottom A Microphone jack D REMOTE terminal • When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is turned off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera. • When connecting the RML1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the camera, insert the plug of the Remote Commander into the REMOTE terminal, aligning the guide of the plug with the guide of the REMOTE terminal.
Identifying parts J Memory card insertion slot (27) K Memory card cover (27) L Battery insertion slot (27) M Battery cover (27) N Tripod receptacle Preparing the camera • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods with a screw length of 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) or longer, and attempting to do so may damage the camera.
Identifying parts Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A77K/A77VK) E Lens contacts F Lens hood index G Distance scale H Distance index I Focal-length scale J Focusing mode switch K Mounting index DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM (Supplied with the SLT-A77Q/A77VQ) DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A77M/A77VM) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Zoom lock switch D Focal-length index 24 • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM/ DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.
Charging the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack onto the battery charger. Push the battery pack until it clicks. 25 Preparing the camera When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NPFM500H “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. The battery pack is discharged little by little without using it.
Charging the battery pack 2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). For the U.S.A and Canada Plug Light on: Charging Light off: Charge completed Charging time About 175 minutes • When charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). • The CHARGE lamp turns off when charging is completed. CHARGE lamp For countries/regions other than the U.S.A.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. Preparing the camera 1 Lock lever 3 Close the cover. 4 While sliding the memory card cover, open the cover.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 5 Insert a memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. 6 Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) “Battery exhausted.” Battery level High Low You cannot shoot any more pictures. Available memory cards Types of memory card Memory Stick PRO Duo Still images Movies In this manual (Mark2) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo SD memory card (Class 4 or faster) SDHC memory card (Class 4 or faster) SDXC memory card (Class 4 or faster) Memory Stick PRO Duo SD card • MultiMediaCard cannot be used.
Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear lens cap from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. • When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. Front lens cap Body cap Rear lens cap 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
Attaching a lens • Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for the zoom or focus adjustment. To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. 2 Attach the caps to the front and rear of the lens and the body cap to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. To attach a lens hood It is recommended that you use a lens hood to reduce flare and ensure maximum image quality.
Attaching a lens • When storing, turn over the lens hood and place it onto the lens backwards. Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor.
Turning the camera on and setting the clock When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. Preparing the camera The screen used for setting date and time appears. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the multiselector. 3 Select your area with b/B on the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector.
Turning the camera on and setting the clock 5 Repeat step 4 to set other items, then press the center of the multi-selector. 6 Verify that [Enter] is selected, then press the center of the multi-selector. To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. To set up the date/time again When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears automatically. The next time, set up the date and time from the menu.
Before shooting Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment) Note • The dioptic adjustment attachment (sold separately) cannot be used with this camera. Holding the camera properly Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the camera from moving. In LCD monitor mode In viewfinder mode In viewfinder mode (vertical position) Point 1 One hand holds the grip of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens.
Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images The “AUTO” mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Hold the camera, monitoring your shot with the LCD monitor or viewfinder. 3 Overlay the AF area on the desired subject. . • If the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes, carefully shoot the subject, holding the camera steady, or by using a tripod.
Shooting still images 5 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, z or (Focus indicator) lights up (page 118). Shooting and viewing images Focus indicator 6 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot.
Recording movies 1 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. MOVIE button • Movie recording can be started from any exposure mode. • The shutter speed and aperture are adjusted automatically. If you want to set them to particular values, set the mode dial to (Movie) (page 112). • The camera continues to adjust the focus when it is in autofocus mode. 2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Notes • The sound of the camera and the lens in operation may be recorded while recording a movie.
Playing back images 1 Press the button. button 2 MENU button t desired mode 1 t [View Mode] t Select the 3 Select an image with b/B on the multi-selector. • To play back movies, press the center of the multi-selector. During movie playback Multi-selector/Front or rear control dial operation To pause/resume z To fast-forward B To fast-rewind b To slow-forward Rotate the front or rear control dial to the right during pause.
Deleting images (Delete) Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand. Note • Protected images cannot be deleted. Deleting the image that is currently displayed 1 Display the image you want to delete and press the button. button 2 40 Select [Delete] with v on the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector.
Shooting images to suit your subject Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle. Shooting images to suit your subject • Put your finger on the upper-left part of the LCD monitor and draw it toward you. • The LCD monitor tilts 150 degrees upward and 180 degrees downward. • The LCD monitor rotates 180 degrees clockwise and 90 degrees counterclockwise.
Shooting with the various shooting modes Set the mode dial to the desired mode. The following shooting modes are provided with the camera: (AUTO) (36, 96) 96) Allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. (Auto+) (43, The camera recognizes and evaluates the shooting condition, and appropriate settings are set automatically.
Shooting with the various shooting modes (Manual Exposure) (107) Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) using the front or rear control dial. (Memory recall) (185) Calls up setting pre-registered in [Memory] in the shooting menu. 1 Set the mode dial to Still (Auto+). 2 Point the camera towards the Recognized scene mode mark subject. Shooting function Number of images to be shot 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Shooting with the various shooting modes Scene Selection 1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection). 2 Select the desired mode with v/V, then press the center of the multi-selector. • To change the scene, press the Fn button, then select another scene. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. (Portrait) Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses 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.
Shooting with the various shooting modes Sweep Panorama/ 1 Set the mode dial to 3D Sweep Panorama (Sweep Panorama)/ (3D Sweep Panorama). 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. Shooting images to suit your subject This part will not be taken 3 Press the shutter button fully down. 4 Pan or tilt the camera to the end, following the guidance on the screen.
Shooting with the various shooting modes Continuous Advance Priority AE 1 Set the mode dial to (Cont. Priority AE). 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subjects. • The camera continues to shoot while the shutter button is pressed fully down. • The camera records the images continuously at a maximum of about 12 images per second.
Using the shooting functions Using the flash In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject. 1 Fn button t (Flash Mode) t Select the desired setting • For further information on the flash modes available for each shooting mode, see page 83. 2 Press the button. button Using the shooting functions The flash pops up.
Using the flash (Flash Off) Does not fire even the built-in flash pops up. • You cannot select this item when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M. However, the flash will not be fired if it is not pulled up. (Autoflash) Fires if it is dark or against light. (Fill-flash) (Rear Sync.) (Wireless) 48 Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Fires right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter.
Adjusting the brightness of the image Except for exposure mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic exposure). Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic exposure, you can perform exposure compensation. You can make the entire image brighter by shifting to the + side. The entire image becomes darker when you shift it to the – side (Exposure compensation). 1 Press the button. LCD monitor the multi-selector. Toward + (over): Brightens an image. Toward – (under): Darkens an image.
Adjusting the brightness of the image Note • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, or Scene Selection. To compensate the exposure with the front or rear control dial MENU button t setting 4 t [Dial exp.comp] t Select the desired Note • If you assign the exposure compensation function to the front or rear control dial, the originally-assigned function can be operated with the other control dial.
Selecting the drive mode You can use an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes, such as single-shot advanced, continuous advanced, or bracket. button t Select the desired button mode (Single Shooting) (154) This mode is for normal shooting. (Cont. Shooting) The camera records the images continuously. (154) (Bracket: Cont.) (155) You can shoot the specified number of images, each with different degrees of exposure.
Switching the recording information display (DISP) Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes as follows. You can select the available displays in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor separately. Display All Info. No Disp. Info.
Setting image size Image Size MENU button t 1 t [Image Size] t Select the desired size [Aspect Ratio]: [3:2] Image size Usage guidelines L:24M 6000 × 4000 pixels M:12M 4240 × 2832 pixels For prints up to A3+ size S:6.0M 3008 × 2000 pixels For prints up to A5 size For shooting at the highest image quality [Aspect Ratio]: [16:9] Image size Usage guidelines 6000 × 3376 pixels M:10M 4240 × 2400 pixels S:5.
Setting image size [3D Pan.
Using the playback functions Enlarging images A still image can be enlarged for closer examination. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded image. 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press the button button. 2 Zoom the image in or out with the rear control dial. 3 Select the portion you want to enlarge with v/V/b/B on the multi-selector. To cancel the enlarged playback Press the center of the multi-selector so that the image returns to the normal size.
Switching to the display of the image list You can display multiple images on the screen simultaneously. Press the button. button The image index screen is displayed. • You can select the number of images displayed on one page of the image index screen by pressing the DISP button. To return to the single-image screen Press the center of the multi-selector when you select the desired image.
Viewing images on a TV screen To view images recorded on the camera on a TV set, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. 1 Turn off both your camera and the TV, and connect the camera to the TV. 1 To the HDMI connector HDMI cable (sold separately) 2 To the HDMI terminal 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input. • See also the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Using the playback functions 3 Turn on the camera, and press the button.
Functions list Functions that can be operated with the buttons/dial You can set up or operate various functions with these buttons/dial. For the location of the buttons/dial, see “Identifying parts” (page 19). button (47, 135) button (51, 154) WB button (148) Pops the flash up. Selects the drive mode. Adjusts the white balance. button (49) Compensates the exposure. ISO button (139) Adjusts the ISO sensitivity. FINDER/LCD button (179) Switches the display between the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
Selecting a function with the Fn (Function) button This button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shooting. 1 Press the Fn button. 2 Select the desired item with v/V/b/B on the multi-selector, then press the center z to execute. The setup screen appears. 3 Following the operation guide, Functions list select and execute the desired function.
Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) button The functions that can be selected with the Fn button are as follows: Scene Selection (44, Selects an appropriate mode from among the Scene Selection 97) preset settings to suit shooting conditions. (Portrait/Sports Action/Macro/Landscape/Sunset/Night Scene/Hand-held Twilight/Night Portrait) Movie (112) Selects the exposure mode to suit your subject or your effect.
Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) button DRO/Auto HDR (141) Compensates for the brightness and contrast automatically. (Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR) Creative Style (145) Selects your desired image processing. (Style Box1–6) Picture Effect (144) Shoots with the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive expression. (Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/ HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono.
The functions selected with the MENU button You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. Press the MENU button, then set up the desired item with v/V/b/B on the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector. Select a page of the menu Select an item on the menu Still shooting menu Image Size (53) Selects the size of still images. (L:24M/M:12M/S:6.0M (When [Aspect Ratio] is set to 3:2) L:20M/M:10M/S:5.
The functions selected with the MENU button Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shooting. (High/Normal/Low) Flash control (133) Sets the method for determining the intensity of flash output. (ADI flash/Pre-flash TTL/Manual flash) Power ratio (134) Sets the amount of built-in flash light when [Flash control] is set to [Manual flash]. (1/1–1/6) AF Illuminator (120) Sets the AF illuminator, which sheds light on a dark scene to aid focusing.
The functions selected with the MENU button Record Setting (114) Selects the size of the recorded movie frame. (60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)/60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH)/60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS)/24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)/24p 17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH)/1440×1080 12M/VGA 3M) Audio Recording (115) Sets whether or not to record audio when shooting a movie. (On/Off) Wind Noise Reduct. (115) Reduces wind noise during movie recording. (On/Off) SteadyShot (94) Sets SteadyShot.
The functions selected with the MENU button DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the available screen display modes of (87) the LCD monitor that can be selected by pressing the DISP button. (Graphic Display/Display All Info./No Disp. Info./Level/ Histogram/For viewfinder) Allows you to select the available screen display modes of the viewfinder that can be selected by pressing the DISP button. (Graphic Display/Display All Info./No Disp. Info.
The functions selected with the MENU button AF/MF button (177) Assigns the desired function to the AF/MF button. (Exposure Comp./Drive Mode/Flash Mode/AF area/Face Detection/Smile Shutter/ISO/Metering Mode/Flash Comp./ White Balance/DRO/Auto HDR/Creative Style/Picture Effect/Image Size/Quality/AEL hold/AEL toggle/ AEL hold/ AEL toggle/AF/MF Control Hold/AF/MF Control Toggle/Object Tracking/AF lock/Aperture Preview/Shot. Result Preview/Smart Telecon.
The functions selected with the MENU button Lens Comp.: Distortion (180) Compensates for distortion on the screen caused by the lens attached. (Auto/Off) Front Curtain Shutter Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter (177) function. (On/Off) Face Registration (128) Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the focus. (New Registration/Order Exchanging/Delete/Delete All) Playback menu Deletes images. (Multiple Img.
The functions selected with the MENU button Folder Name (181) Sets the folder format for still images. (Standard Form/Date Form) Select REC Folder (182) Changes the selected folder for storing still images. New Folder (182) Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies. Recover Image DB (183) Recovers the image database file and enables recording and playback. Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card.
The functions selected with the MENU button Upload Settings* (183) Sets the upload function of the camera when using an Eye-Fi card. (On/Off) USB Connection (191) Sets the USB connection method. (Auto/Mass Storage/MTP) Audio signals Sets whether or not to use the beep sound when the focus is achieved or the self-timer is working. (On/Off) Cleaning Mode (200) Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor. Delete confirm.
Using the guide function of the camera In-Camera Guide When you press the (In-Camera Guide) button on the Fn screen or menu screen, a guide in accordance with the currently selected function or setting appears automatically. Select unavailable functions or settings on the Fn screen, then press the center of the multi-selector, the appropriate setup is indicated in order to enable them.
Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • “Image Data Converter” • “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) If “PMB” has already been installed on the computer, and the version number of the previously installed “PMB” is lower than that of the “PMB” on the CD-ROM (supplied), install “PMB” also from the CD-ROM (supplied). For detailed notes on installation, also see page 73.
Using with your computer Recommended computer environment (Macintosh) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6) “Image Data Converter Ver.4”: Mac OS X (v10.5, 10.6 (Snow Leopard)) “Image Data Converter Ver.4” CPU: Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or faster Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended.
Using the software Installing the software (Windows) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (SONYPMB) t [Install.exe]. • If the AutoPlay screen appears, select “Run Install.exe” and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Click [Install].
Using the software • If a version of “PMB” under 5.0.00 has been installed on your computer, you may be unable to use some functions of those “PMB” when installing the “PMB” from the supplied CD-ROM. Also, “PMB Launcher” is installed from the supplied CD-ROM and you can start “PMB” or other software by using the “PMB Launcher.” Doubleclick the “PMB Launcher” short-cut icon on the computer screen to start “PMB Launcher.” Installing the software (Macintosh) Log on as Administrator.
Using the software To use “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. Using “PMB” With “PMB” you can do the following, etc.: • To set images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • To organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. • To retouch (red-eye reduction, etc.), print, send still images as e-mail attachments, and change the shooting date.
Using the software To use “PMB,” refer to “PMB Help.” Double-click the shortcut of (PMB Help) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help]. “PMB” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.
Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies You can create a disc from AVCHD View movies that have been recorded with this camera. Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. Select the method that suits your disc player. Here, 2 ways of creating a disc of movies are described; creating a disc with a computer using “PMB” or creating a disc with devices other than a computer such as a DVD writer.
Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies • The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions. • Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by “PMB” in order to create an AVCHD disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality.
Others List of icons on the screen Graphic Display (LCD monitor) A Display Indication Exposure mode (42) PAS M Display All Info. (LCD monitor) Register number (185) Scene Recognition icons (43, 96) Memory card (27, 222)/ Upload (183) For playback (Basic information display) 100 Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images (172) 24M 12M 6.0M 20M 10M 5.
List of icons on the screen Display Indication Display Frame rate of movies (114) Smart teleconverter (153) Shutter speed indicator (89) Image size of movies (114) 100% Remaining battery (28) Flash charge in progress (47) Indication Aperture indicator (89) C Display Indication REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) No audio recording of movies (115) z Focus (37, 118) 1/250 Shutter speed (105) SteadyShot/Camera shake warning (94) F3.
List of icons on the screen D Display Display Drive mode (51, 154) Flash mode (47, 135)/ Red-eye reduction (64) Indication Creative Style (145)/ Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness Indication +3 +3 +3 Picture Effect (144) Focus mode (116) AF area (119) Object tracking (121) Face Detection (127) Smile Shutter (129) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator (129) E Others Display Indication Metering mode (132) Flash compensation (132) AWB White balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color fil
Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Exposure Self-timer Comp. (49) (155) (36, 96) – (43, 96) – (44, 97) – Cont.
Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, indicates the function selectable. – indicates the function not selectable. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (Flash Off) (Autoflash) (Fillflash) (36, (Rear Sync.
Preparation Advanced operations This section provides further information on the camera.
Setting up the camera Removing the eyecup When attaching the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, remove the eyecup. Carefully slide the eyecup off by pushing on each side of the eyecup. • Put your fingers under the eyecup, and slide it upward. Note • When the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) is attached to the camera, setting [Eye-Start AF] to [Off] is recommended because the eyepiece sensors located above the viewfinder may be activated.
The screen displayed for shooting mode Selecting the screen mode You can select the desired screen mode. When you switch the screen by pressing the DISP button (page 52), only selected screens are displayed. You can set the available screens to be displayed on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder separately. 1 MENU button t 2 t [DISP Button(Monitor)] or [DISP Button(Finder)] then press the center of the multi-selector. 3 Press the MENU button.
The screen displayed for shooting mode Histogram Number of pixels The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture. The exposure compensation will change the histogram accordingly. Both ends of the histogram show a highkey or low-key portion. You cannot restore these area with a computer later. Adjust the exposure if necessary and shoot again. Dark Light Notes • The histogram does not indicate the final recorded image.
The screen displayed for shooting mode The digital level gauge The digital level gauge indicates whether the camera is level in both the horizontal and front-back directions. When the camera is level in one direction, the indicator turns to green. Horizontal direction Graphic Display The Graphic Display shows the shutter speed and aperture value as graphs, and clearly illustrates how the exposure works. The pointers on the shutter speed indicator and aperture indicator indicate the current value.
The screen displayed for shooting mode • When [Setting Effect OFF] is selected, the Live View image in M mode is always displayed with the appropriate brightness. Note • [Setting Effect OFF] cannot be selected when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, Sweep Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama, Movie or Scene Selection.
The screen displayed for shooting mode Display Indication B 24M 12M 6.0M 20M 10M 5.
The screen displayed for shooting mode Display Indication Smile Shutter (129) Exposure compensation (49)/Metered Manual (108) Flash compensation (132) EV scale (49, 108, 157) C Display Indication 1/125 Shutter speed (105) F2.
The screen displayed for shooting mode Display panel You can adjust the shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, ISO sensitivity, white balance, drive mode and image quality by checking the display panel on the top of the camera.
Shooting a clear image without camera shake “Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shutter button has been pressed, resulting in a blurred image. To reduce camera shake follow the instructions below. Camera shake warning indicator Due to potential camera shake, the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes. In this case, use a tripod or the flash.
Shooting a clear image without camera shake Using a tripod In the following cases, we recommend that you mount the camera on a tripod. • Shooting without a flash under dark conditions. • Shooting with slow shutter speeds, which are typically used in night-time shooting. • Shooting a close subject, such as in macro shooting. • Shooting with a telescopic lens. Note • When using a tripod, deactivate the SteadyShot function because there is a potential for malfunction of the SteadyShot function.
Shooting (Advanced operations) Shooting Selecting the shooting mode AUTO Set the mode dial to , and shoot images (page 36). Note • Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function, many features will be unavailable, such as exposure compensation, ISO setting. If you want to adjust various settings, set the mode dial to P, then shoot your subject. Set the mode dial to (Auto+), and shoot images (page 43). To set the continuous shooting MENU button t desired setting 1 t [Auto+ Cont.
Selecting the shooting mode Scene Selection This mode is suitable for z Shooting with preset settings according to the scene Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection), select the desired mode, and shoot images (page 44). Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly. • To blur the background more, set the lens to the telephoto position. • You can shoot a vivid image by focusing on the eye that is closer to the lens. • Use the lens hood to shoot backlit subjects.
Selecting the shooting mode (Sunset) (Night Scene) (Hand-held Twilight) (Night Portrait) Shoots the red of the sunrise or sunset beautifully. Shoots night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. • The shutter speed is slower, so using a tripod is recommended. • The picture may not be taken properly when shooting a wholly dark night scene. Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod.
Selecting the shooting mode Notes • Since the camera judges the settings automatically, many features will be unavailable, such as exposure compensation, ISO setting. • The flash is set to [Autoflash] or [Flash Off] for each Scene Selection mode. You can change these settings (pages 47, 135). Sweep Panorama/ 3D Sweep Panorama This mode is suitable for z Shooting expansive scenery, or high-rise buildings with dynamic composition.
Selecting the shooting mode • [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations: – You pan or tilt the camera too fast or too slow. – There is too much camera shake. • The camera continues shooting during [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shooting.
Selecting the shooting mode To set the pan or tilt direction You can set the direction in which to pan or tilt the camera. MENU button t 1 t [Panorama: Direction] or [3D Pan.: Direction] t Select the desired setting Cont. Priority AE This mode is suitable for z Shooting a fast-moving subject continuously to capture a moment. z Shooting a child’s expressions, changing continuously from moment to moment. (Cont.
Selecting the shooting mode Program Auto This mode is suitable for z Using the automatic exposure, while keeping the custom settings for ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer, etc. 1 Set the mode dial to P. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings (pages 116 to 158). • To fire the flash, press the button. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Selecting the shooting mode Aperture Priority This mode is suitable for z Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur everything in front of and beyond the subject. Opening the aperture narrows the range that is in focus. (Depth of field becomes shallower.) z Shooting the depth of the scenery. Narrowing down the aperture widens the range that is in focus. (Depth of field becomes deeper.) 1 Set the mode dial to A.
Selecting the shooting mode 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected aperture value, the shutter speed flashes. In such cases, adjust the aperture again. Shutter speed Shooting techniques • The shutter speed may become slower depending on the aperture value. When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.
Selecting the shooting mode Preview button Shutter Priority This mode is suitable for z Shooting a moving subject at a moment in time. Use a faster shutter speed to crisply shoot an instant of the movement. z Tracing the movement to express the dynamism and flow. Use a slower shutter speed to shoot a trailing image of the moving subject. 1 Set the mode dial to S.
Selecting the shooting mode 2 Select the shutter speed with the front or rear control dial. Shutter speed 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected shutter speed, the aperture value flashes. In such cases, adjust the shutter speed again. Aperture (F-number) Shooting techniques • When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.
Selecting the shooting mode • Press the button when you shoot with the flash. However, when using the flash, if you close the aperture (a larger F-number) by making the shutter speed slower, the light of the flash will not reach distant subjects. Manual Exposure This mode is suitable for z Shooting with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. 1 Set the mode dial to M.
Selecting the shooting mode 3 Shoot the image after the In viewfinder mode exposure is set. • Check the exposure value on the EV scale (Metered Manual*) when monitoring with the viewfinder. Toward +: Images become brighter. Toward –: Images become darker. The b B arrow appears if the set exposure is beyond the range of the EV scale. The arrow starts flashing if the difference becomes greater.
Selecting the shooting mode BULB This mode is suitable for z Shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. z Shooting trails of stars. 1 Set the mode dial to M. 2 Rotate the front control dial to the left until [BULB] is indicated. Shooting (Advanced operations) BULB 3 Rotate the rear control dial to adjust the aperture (F-number). 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus.
Selecting the shooting mode 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. Shooting techniques • Use a tripod. • Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks, etc. When the infinity position of the lens is not known, first adjust the focus on fireworks that is set off in the same general area, then shoot them. • Use the Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) (page 158).
Movie recording setup Recording movies easily Movie recording can be started from any exposure mode. The shutter speed and aperture value are adjusted automatically. Press the MOVIE button to start recording (page 38). Shooting techniques Notes • In movie recording mode, the recordable area (angle of view) is narrower than that of still image shooting. • When the [For viewfinder] screen is displayed on the LCD monitor, the LCD monitor is switched to the [Display All Info.
Movie recording setup • Do not shoot a strong light source, such as the sun. The internal mechanism of the camera may be damaged. • When you import AVCHD View movies to a computer, use “PMB” (pages 71, 192). • When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises and the image quality may deteriorate. • When the mark is indicated, the temperature of the camera is too high. Turn the camera off and wait until the temperature of the camera drops.
Movie recording setup 5 Adjust the focus, then press the MOVIE button to start recording. (102) (Program Auto) Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). The other settings can be adjusted manually, and your setting values can be saved. (Aperture Priority) (103) Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually using the front or rear control dial.
Movie recording setup MP4 Records mp4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for WEB uploads, e-mail attachments, etc. • Movies are recorded in MPEG-4 format at about 30 frames/ second, utilizing the progressive scanning system, AAC audio, and the mp4 format. • You cannot create a disc from the movies recorded in this format using the supplied software “PMB.” * 1080 60i-compatible device ** 1080 50i-compatible device Record Setting The higher the average bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
Movie recording setup Notes • Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by “PMB” in order to create an AVCHD disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray disc.
Adjusting the focus There are 2 methods for adjusting the focus: autofocus and manual focus. Depending on the lens, the method for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is different. The switch to be used The lens is Lens (Set the equipped with a focus mode dial focus mode switch on the camera to positions other than MF.) The lens is not Camera equipped with a focus mode switch The type of lens To switch to auto focus Set the focus mode switch on the lens to AF.
Adjusting the focus 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to check the focus and shoot the image. • When the focus is confirmed, the focus indicator changes to z or (page 118). • The AF area where the focus has been confirmed turns green. AF area Focus indicator The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. A (Automatic AF) ( ) The [Autofocus Mode] is switched between Single-shot AF and Continuous AF according to the movement of the subject.
Adjusting the focus Focus indicator Focus indicator Status z lit Focus locked. Ready to shoot. lit Focus is confirmed. Focal point moves following a moving subject. Ready to shoot. lit Still focusing. You cannot release the shutter. z flashing Cannot focus. The shutter is locked. Subjects that may require special focusing Using the autofocus, it is hard to focus on the following subjects. In such cases, use the focus lock shooting feature (page 119) or manual focus (page 123).
Adjusting the focus Focus-lock 1 Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down. The focus is locked. • Set [Autofocus Mode] to [Single-shot AF]. 2 Keep the shutter button halfway Shooting (Advanced operations) down, and put the subject back in the original position to recompose the shot. 3 Press the shutter button fully down to take the picture. AF area Select the desired AF area to suit the shooting conditions or your preference.
Adjusting the focus (Wide) The camera determines which of the 19 AF areas is used in focusing. (Zone) Choose the zone for which you want to activate the focus from among left, right, or center zone with the multi-selector. The camera determines which of the AF areas in the selected zone is used in focusing. (Spot) The camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively. (Local) Choose the area for which you want to activate the focus from among 19 AF areas with the multi-selector.
Adjusting the focus AF Micro Adj. You can finely adjust the focus of each lens. Perform this operation only when needed. Note that you may not be able to properly focus on a subject if you have made a poor adjustment. MENU button t 2 t [AF Micro Adj.] t [On] t [amount] t Select the desired value • The larger the value, the farther the focusing position from the camera; the smaller the value, the nearer the focusing position to the camera.
Adjusting the focus 2 Align the target frame with the subject to be tracked, and press the center of the multi-selector. The camera starts tracking the subject. • To cancel this tracking feature, press the center again. Target frame 3 Press the shutter button to shoot the subject. Notes • Tracking may be difficult 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.
Adjusting the focus Manual focus When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. 1 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF. 2 When the lens is not equipped 3 Rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus.
Adjusting the focus Peaking You can enhance the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. MENU button t setting 2 t [Peaking Level] t Select the desired Notes • Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, the peaking level is different, depending on the subject, shooting situation, or on the lens used. • The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the camera is connected using an HDMI cable.
Adjusting the focus 3 Press the Focus Magnifier button again to enlarge the image and select the portion you want to enlarge with v/V/b/B on the multi-selector. • Each time you press the Focus Magnifier button, the zoom scaling changes as follows: Full display t Approx. ×5.9 t Approx. ×11.7 4 Confirm and adjust the focus. 5 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. • You can record images when an image is enlarged, however the recorded image is for full display.
Adjusting the focus 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to lock the focus. 4 Turn the focusing ring to fine-tune the focus while pressing the shutter button halfway down. Note • The Direct manual focus function on the camera is not available when an SAM/SSM lens is attached.
Detecting faces Face Detection The camera detects faces, adjusts the focus, exposure, performs image processing, and adjusts flash settings. Fn button t (Face Detection) t Select the desired setting Off Turns off Face Detection. On (Regist. Faces) Enables Face Detection and prioritizes recognized faces that have been registered in [Face Registration] (page 128). On Enables Face Detection, but does not prioritize recognized faces.
Detecting faces Notes • When the exposure mode is Sweep Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama or Continuous Advance Priority AE, the Face Detection function cannot be used. • Up to 8 faces can be detected. • The camera may not detect any faces, or may detect some other object, depending on the shooting conditions. • During [Smile Shutter] shooting, [Face Detection] is temporarily set to [On (Regist. Faces)] even if it has been set to [Off].
Detecting faces MENU button t 5 t [Face Registration] t [Delete] t Select the face you want to delete • When you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces at one time. • Even if you select [Delete], the data on registered faces remains stored in the camera. If you also want to delete this data from the camera, select [Delete All]. Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.
Detecting faces Shooting techniques • • • • To focus on the smile, overlay the Face Detection frame and AF area. Do not cover the eyes with bangs, etc. Keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face with a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the camera and keep it as level as possible. • Hold a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to detect when the teeth are showing.
Adjusting the brightness of the image AE Lock When shooting into the sun or by a window, and the exposure may not be appropriate for the subject, use the light meter where the subject is bright enough and lock the exposure before shooting. To reduce the brightness of the subject, point the camera forwards a spot that is brighter than the subject and use the light meter to lock the exposure of the entire image.
Adjusting the brightness of the image Metering Mode Fn button t (Metering Mode) t Select the desired mode (Multi segment) This mode measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen. (Center weighted) While emphasizing the central area of the screen, this mode measures the average brightness of the entire screen. (Spot) This mode measures light only in the spot metering circle located in the center area.
Adjusting the brightness of the image Exposure compensation and flash compensation Exposure compensation changes the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity (when [AUTO] is selected) to perform the compensation. Flash compensation only changes the amount of flash light. Flash control MENU button t setting 2 t [Flash control] t Select the desired This method controls the lighting of the flash, factoring in the focus distance information and light metering data from the pre-flash.
Adjusting the brightness of the image • ADI flash is only available in combination with a lens that is provided with a distance encoder. To determine if the lens is equipped with a distance encoder, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the lens. • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama, or [Night Scene]/[Hand-held Twilight] in Scene Selection.
The flash Press the Fn button, select the desired flash mode, press the button, and shoot images (page 47). Shooting techniques Notes • Do not hold the camera by grabbing the flash emitter. • Shooting conditions required to prevent shadows from appearing on an image vary, depending on the lens. • When the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, or Scene Selection, the [Rear Sync.] and [Wireless] items cannot be selected and the slow sync shooting cannot be used.
The flash with a three dimensional feel by highlighting the contrast of light and shadow on the subject. For the actual steps of shooting, refer to the operating instructions of the flash. 1 Attach the wireless flash to the Auto-lock Accessory shoe and turn both the camera and the flash on. 2 Fn button t (Flash Mode) t (Wireless) 3 Remove the wireless flash from the Auto-lock Accessory shoe and pop up the built-in flash. • If you perform a test fire of the flash, press the AEL button.
The flash Shoot with the SLOW SYNC button pressed. lights up on the screen to indicate the exposure is locked. SLOW SYNC button Notes • When the mode dial is set to S or M, slow sync shooting is not available using the SLOW SYNC button. • When a function other than the AEL function is selected in [Func. of AEL button], slow sync shooting is not available using the SLOW SYNC button.
The flash • Before you connect the flash sync cord to the (flash sync) terminal, turn off the power of the connected flash. If the power is on, it may flash when you connect the cord. • The flash will always be full emission. Flash compensation (page 132) cannot be used. • Using auto white balance is not recommended. Use custom white balance to gain more precise white balance. • The flash indicator is not displayed when the (flash sync) terminal is plugged in.
Setting ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1 Press the ISO button to display ISO button the ISO screen. 2 Select the desired setting with v/V on the multi-selector. Notes • The recordable range of the brightness of a subject (dynamic range) is slightly narrower for areas where ISO is less than 100.
Setting ISO Multi frame noise reduction The camera automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines the images, reduces the noise, and records 1 image. In multi frame noise reduction, you can select larger ISO numbers than the maximum ISO sensitivity. The image recorded is 1 combined image. Notes • When [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function cannot be used. • The flash, D-Range optimizer, and [Auto HDR] cannot be used.
Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range) Fn button t (Off) (DRO/Auto HDR) t Select the desired setting Does not use the DRO/Auto HDR functions. (D-Range Opt.) By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation.
Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range) • When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. Auto HDR 1 Fn button t (DRO/Auto HDR) t (Auto HDR) 2 Select an optimal level with b/B on the multi-selector. (Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. Auto) Corrects the exposure difference automatically.
Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range) • When the contrast of the scene is low or when camera shake or subject blur is occurred, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera has detected a problem, is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as necessary, paying attention to the contrast or blur.
Setting the image processing Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression. Fn button t (Picture Effect) t Select the desired setting • When a mode that has a fine adjustment option is selected, select the desired setting with b/B. (Off) Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera) Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. You can set the color tone with b/B.
Setting the image processing Notes • When Smart Teleconverter is used, the [Toy Camera] and [Miniature] effects are not available. • When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting condition. • When the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, Sweep Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama or Continuous Advance Priority AE, or when [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], Picture Effect cannot be used. • When [HDR Painting], [Miniature], [Rich-tone Mono.
Setting the image processing (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 capturing images in a quiet tone. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer. (Clear) For capturing images in a clear tone with limpid colors in the highlighted area, suitable for capturing radiant light.
Setting the image processing Notes • When the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+ or Scene Selection, or the Picture Effect mode is selected, [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] and you cannot select other settings. • When [Black & White] or [Sepia] is selected, you cannot adjust the saturation.
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the light source. The table below shows how the color tone changes based on various light sources, compared with a subject that appears white under the sunlight.
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) AWB (Auto WB) The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color tones. (Daylight) If you select an option to suit a specific light source, the color tones are adjusted for the light source (preset white balance). (Shade) (Cloudy) (Incandescent) (Fluor.: Warm White) (Fluor.: Cool White) (Fluor.: Day White) (Fluor.
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) Color Temp. Fine-tunes color in the B (blue) direction with b and the A (amber) direction with B. Color Filter Fine-tunes color in the G (green) direction with v and the M (magenta) direction with V. Color Temp./Color Filter 1 WB button t (C.Temp./Filter) WB button tB 2 Set the color temperature with v/V on the multi-selector. 3 Press B to display the fine adjustment screen and compensate the color to your preference with v/V/b/B.
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) 1 WB button t [ SET] t press the center of the multi-selector WB button 2 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center, and then press the shutter button down. The shutter clicks and the calibrated values (Color Temperature and Color filter) are displayed. press the center of the multi-selector. The monitor returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained.
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) Note • If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later shootings.
Zooming in in one step You can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter (Digital zoom) and record the image. Press the button. • Each time you press the button, the zoom scaling changes as follows: Approx. ×1.4 t Approx. ×2 t Off button The image size is automatically set to the following regardless of the selected image size. Image size Approx. ×1.4 M Approx.
Selecting the drive mode Shooting single shot This mode is for normal shooting. (Drive) button t Shooting) (Single button Note • When the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in Scene Selection, you cannot shoot single shot. Cont. Shooting The camera records the images continuously. 1 (Drive) button t (Cont. Shooting) t Select the desired speed 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. • When you press and hold the shutter button, the recording continues.
Selecting the drive mode Notes • When is selected, the image recorded between the frames is displayed. • You cannot shoot continuously when using Scene Selection modes other than [Sports Action]. Self-timer The 10-second self-timer is convenient when the photographer appears in a photo and the 2-second self-timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake. 1 (Drive) button t (Selftimer) t Select the desired setting button 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Selecting the drive mode exposure, and the camera shoots 3 or 5 images while automatically shifting the exposure. 1 (Drive) button t (Bracket: Cont.) or (Single Bracket) t Select the desired bracket step and the number of images button 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The base exposure is set at the first shot in the bracket. • Press and hold the shutter button until recording stops when [Bracket: Cont.] is selected. • Press the shutter button shot by shot when [Single Bracket] is selected.
Selecting the drive mode The EV scale in bracket shooting Ambient light* bracket 0.3 steps, 3 shots Exposure compensation 0 Flash bracket 0.7 steps, 3 shots Flash compensation –1.0 Viewfinder LCD monitor (When [DISP Button(Monitor)] is set to [For Shown in the top row. viewfinder]) Shown in the bottom row. WB bracket Based on the selected white balance, and the color temperature/color filter, 3 images are recorded with the white balance shifted.
Selecting the drive mode DRO Bracket 3 images are recorded with the value of DRO Bracket shifted. 1 (Drive) button t (DRO Bracket) t Select the desired setting button • When Lo is selected, the image is recorded with DROLv1, Lv2, and Lv3, and when Hi is selected, the image is recorded with DROLv1, Lv3, and Lv5. 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. Remote Cdr.
Playback (Advanced operations) Playback The screen displayed for playback mode Switching the screen during playback Each time you press the DISP button, the screen changes as follows. With recording data Without recording data Histogram Playback (Advanced operations) List of icons on the histogram display A Display Indication Memory card (27, 222) Display Indication 24M 12M 6.0M 20M 10M 5.
The screen displayed for playback mode Display Indication Display Indication Remaining battery warning (28) AWB White balance (Auto, Preset, Color temperature, Color filter, Custom) (148) Remaining battery (28) Database file full (213)/ Database file error (213) 5500K A1 M1 Overheating warning (16) D-Range Optimizer (141)/Auto HDR/Auto HDR image warning (142) B Display Indication Histogram* (88) Exposure mode (42) PAS M 1/125 Shutter speed (105) F3.
Using the playback functions Rotating an image 1 Display the image you want to rotate, then press the button. button 2 Press the center of the multi-selector. To return to the normal playback screen Press the button again. Notes • You cannot rotate movies. • When you copy rotated images to a computer, “PMB” contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) can display the rotated images correctly. However, the images may not be rotated depending on the software.
Using the playback functions Slide Show MENU button t 1 t [Slide Show]t [Enter] Plays back recorded images in order (Slide Show). The slide show automatically stops after all the images have been played back. • You can view the previous/next image with b/B on the multi-selector. • You cannot pause the slide show. To end in the middle of the slide show Press the center of the multi-selector.
Using the playback functions Scrolling panoramic images Select a panoramic image, then press the center of the multiselector. • Pressing it again pauses the playback. You can scroll a panoramic image by pressing v/V/b/B during pause. Note • Scrolling playback is not available for images that were recorded with [3D Pan.: Image Size] set to [16:9].
Protecting images (Protect) You can protect images against accidental erasure. 1 MENU button t 1 t [Protect] t [Multiple Img.] 2 Select the image you want to protect with b/B on the multiselector, then press the center of the multi-selector. A mark is put in the check box. • To cancel a selection, press the center again. 3 To protect other images, repeat step 2. • You can select all the images in the folder by selecting the bar on the left of the image index screen. 4 Press the MENU button.
Deleting images (Delete) You can delete only unnecessary images, or all the images. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand. Note • Protected images cannot be deleted. To display the desired folder Select the bar on the left of the image index screen with the multi-selector, then select the desired folder with v/V. Delete (Multiple Img.) Playback (Advanced operations) 1 MENU button t 1 t [Delete] t [Multiple Img.
Deleting images (Delete) Deleting all the images or movies in the same view mode You can delete all still images or movies by the same view mode currently displayed. 1 MENU button t 1 t [Delete] t [All in Folder] or [All AVCHD view files] 2 Select [Delete] with v on the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector.
About playback on TV Connect the camera to a TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately) and play back images (page 57). Notes • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. • Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camera), and a connector suitable for connection to your TV on the other end. • When images cannot be displayed properly, set [HDMI Resolution] in the Setup menu to [1080p] or [1080i], according to your TV. • Some devices may not work properly.
About playback on TV 1 Connect a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync to the camera (page 57). The input is automatically switched and the image shot with the camera appears on the TV screen. 2 Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV Remote Control. 3 Operate with the buttons on the TV Remote Control. The items for SYNC MENU Slide Show Plays back images automatically (page 162). Single-image playback Returns to the single-image screen. Image Index Switches to the image index screen.
Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) Setup of the camera GPS setting (SLT-A77V only) If the camera has acquired location information using the built-in GPS feature, this information is recorded in the images or movies at that location. Using the supplied software “PMB,” you can import images recorded with location information to a computer and enjoy viewing them with a map which shows their shooting location. See “PMB Help” for details.
GPS setting (SLT-A77V only) GPS Assist Data The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened by taking in GPS assist data. If the camera connects to the computer with the supplied “PMB” software installed, the GPS assist data can be updated automatically. To check the state of GPS assist data MENU button t Data] 1 t [GPS Settings] t [Use GPS Assist Notes • The computer is required to connect to the Internet when updating data.
GPS setting (SLT-A77V only) • There may be discrepancies of a few seconds. • Depending on the area, it may not function correctly.
Setting the aspect ratio and image quality Aspect Ratio MENU button t ratio 1 t [Aspect Ratio] t Select the desired 3:2 A normal ratio. 16:9 An HDTV ratio. Note • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama. Quality MENU button t (RAW) 1 t [Quality] t Select the desired setting File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) This format does not perform any digital processing on the images.
Setting the aspect ratio and image quality About RAW images You need the “Image Data Converter” software included on the CD-ROM (supplied) in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera. With this software, a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format, such as JPEG or TIFF, and its white balance, color saturation, contrast, etc., can be readjusted. • The RAW format image cannot be printed using a DPOF (print) designated printer.
Setting the other functions of the camera Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to 1 second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open. This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure. When noise reduction is in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select [On] to prioritize the image quality. Select [Off] to prioritize the timing of shooting.
Setting the other functions of the camera Color Space The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space, depending on your purpose. MENU button t setting 2 t [Color Space] t Select the desired This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use sRGB in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out the images without any modification. AdobeRGB This has a wide range of color reproduction.
Setting the other functions of the camera Grid Line The grid line is an auxiliary line for shooting composition. You can set the grid line to on/off or select the type of grid line. The available range of movie recording is also displayed. MENU button t 2 t [Grid Line] t Select the desired setting Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time.
Setting the other functions of the camera To assign another function to the AEL button You can assign one of the following functions to the AEL button in addition to the AEL function: Exposure Comp./Drive Mode/Flash Mode/AF area/Face Detection/Smile Shutter/ISO/Metering Mode/Flash Comp./White Balance/DRO/Auto HDR/ Creative Style/Picture Effect/Image Size/Quality/AF/MF Control Hold/AF/ MF Control Toggle/Object Tracking/AF lock/Aperture Preview/Shot. Result Preview/Smart Telecon.
Setting the other functions of the camera Notes • When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large diameter lens attached, the ghosting of a blurred area may occur, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. In such cases, set this item to [Off]. • When a Konica Minolta lens is used, set this item to [Off]. If you set this item to [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven.
Setting the other functions of the camera Power Save You can set different time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode (Power Save). Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode. MENU button t time 1 t [Power Save] t Select the desired FINDER/LCD Setting You can disable the automatic switching of the LCD monitor and the viewfinder and enable only the FINDER/LCD button to switch them.
Lens compensation You can automatically compensate the following characteristics: light falloff at the edges, chromatic aberration, and distortion (only for automatic compensation compliant lenses). For further information on automatic compensation compliant lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen caused by certain lens characteristics.
Setting the method for recording on a memory card Format Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a memory card, including protected images. MENU button t 1 t [Format] t [Enter] File Number MENU button t setting 1 t [File Number] t Select the desired Series The camera does not reset numbers and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches “9999.” Reset The camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns numbers to files from “0001.
Setting the method for recording on a memory card MENU button t setting 1 t [Folder Name] t Select the desired Standard Form The folder name format is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form The folder name format is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10010405 (Folder name: 100, date: 2011/04/05) Note • The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01.
Setting the method for recording on a memory card Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing images on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file. MENU button t 1 t [Recover Image DB] t [Enter] Note • Use a sufficiently charged battery. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data.
Setting the method for recording on a memory card • • • • • • • • card inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. is displayed on the screen when [Upload Settings] is set to [Off]. When you use a brand-new Eye-Fi card for the first time, copy the install file of EyeFi manager recorded on the card to your computer before formatting the card. Use an Eye-Fi card after updating the firmware to the latest version. For details, refer to the manual that comes with the Eye-Fi card.
Registering your own settings You can register 3 combinations of frequently used modes and settings in the memory. You can recall the registered settings with the mode dial. 1 Put the camera on the setting you want to register. 2 MENU button t 3 t [Memory] 3 Select the number you want to register with b/B on the multiYou can change the settings after you have registered them.
Resetting to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera. MENU button t t [OK] 3 t [Initialize] t Select the desired setting The items to be reset are as follows. Shooting functions (Reset Default/Rec mode reset) Items Reset to Exposure compensation (49) ±0.0 Drive mode (51, 154) Single Shooting Flash Mode (47, 135) Fill-flash (differs based on whether the built-in flash is open or not) AF area (119) Wide Object Tracking (121) On Face Detection (127) On (Regist.
Resetting to the default Items Reset to Panorama: Size (53) Standard Panorama: Direction (101) Right 3D Pan.: Image Size (53) Standard 3D Pan.: Direction (101) Right Long Exposure NR (174) On High ISO NR (174) Normal Flash control (133) ADI flash 1/1 AF Illuminator (120) Auto Color Space (175) sRGB SteadyShot (94) On Exposure step (63) 0.
Resetting to the default Items Reset to Grid Line (176) Off Auto Review (176) Off DISP Button(Monitor) (87) Display All Info./No Disp. Info./Level/ Histogram DISP Button(Finder) (87) No Disp. Info./Level/Histogram Peaking Level (124) Off Peaking Color (124) White Live View Display (89) Setting Effect ON Func. of AEL button (176) AEL hold ISO Button (177) ISO AF/MF button (177) AF/MF Control Hold Preview Button (177) Shot.
Resetting to the default Memory Card Tool menu (Reset Default) Items Reset to File Number (181) Series Folder Name (181) Standard Form Setup menu (Reset Default) Items Reset to Menu start (68) Top LCD Brightness (178) Auto Viewfinder Bright. (178) Auto Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) GPS Settings – GPS On/Off (169) (SLT- Off A77V only) GPS Settings – GPS Auto Time Cor.
Confirming the version of the camera Displays the version of your camera. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. MENU button t 3 t [Version] Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a sufficient battery or the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately).
Computer (Advanced operations) Computer Connecting the camera to the computer Setting the USB connection Selects the method used for a USB connection when the camera is connected to a computer or a USB device with a USB cable. MENU button t setting 2 t [USB Connection] t Select the desired Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, in accordance with a computer or other USB devices to be connected. Windows 7 computers are connected in MTP, and its unique functions are enabled to use.
Connecting the camera to the computer 2 Turn on the camera and the computer. 3 Check that [USB Connection] in 4 Connect the camera to your computer. • When a USB connection is established for the first time, your computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera. Wait for a while. 2 is set to [Mass Storage]. 1 To a USB terminal of the computer USB cable (supplied) 2 To the USB terminal Importing images to the computer (Windows) “PMB” allows you to easily import images.
Connecting the camera to the computer File name Folder The type of file File name DCIM folder JPEG file DSC0ssss.JPG MP_ROOT folder JPEG file (Adobe RGB) _DSCssss.JPG RAW file DSC0ssss.ARW RAW file (Adobe RGB) _DSCssss.ARW MP4 file (1440 × 1080 12M) MAH0ssss.MP4 MP4 file (VGA 3M) MAQ0ssss.MP4 • ssss (file number) stands for any number within the range of 0001 to 9999.
Connecting the camera to the computer 3 Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files. The image is displayed. Note • Use “iMovie” bundled with a Macintosh computer to import or operate AVCHD View movies. Deleting the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing the memory card. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon Windows Vista on the tasktray.
Creating a movie disc You can create a disc from AVCHD View movies recorded on the camera. • Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by “PMB” in order to create an AVCHD disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray disc (page 196).
Creating a movie disc Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with AVCHD View movies previously imported to a computer. Your computer must support the creation of Bluray discs. BD-R (non-rewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media can be used to create Blu-ray discs. You cannot add contents to either type of disc once it has been created. Click [BD Add-on Software] on the installation screen of “PMB,” and install this plug-in according to the on-screen instructions.
Creating a movie disc Discs you can use with “PMB” You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB.” For Blu-ray disc, see page 196. Disc type Features DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable • Always maintain your PlayStation®3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation®3 system software. • The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
Print (Advanced operations) Print Specifying DPOF Using the camera, you can specify the still images before you print images at a shop or with your printer. Follow the procedure below. DPOF specifications are left with images after printing. It is recommended that you unspecify them after printing. 1 MENU button t 1 t [Specify Printing] t [DPOF Setup] t [Multiple Img.] 2 Select the image with b/B on the multi-selector. 3 Check the mark by pressing the center of the multi-selector.
Cleaning (Advanced operations) Cleaning Cleaning the camera and a lens Cleaning the camera Cleaning the lens • Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. • When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust using a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution. Wipe in a spiral pattern from the center to the outside.
Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris enters the camera and adheres to the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the photo image, depending on the shooting environment. If there is dust on the image sensor, clean the image sensor following the steps below. Notes • Cleaning cannot be performed when the battery level is 50% or less. • The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning. Stop cleaning immediately and turn the camera off.
Cleaning the image sensor 4 Select [Enter] with v, and press the center of the multiselector. The image sensor vibrates for a short time, and eliminates dust from the sensor. 5 Turn off the camera. Cleaning the image sensor using a blower If another cleaning is needed after using the cleaning mode, clean the image sensor using a blower following the steps below. “Cleaning the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera.” 2 Detach the lens (page 31).
Cleaning the image sensor 4 Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. • Do not touch the image sensor with the tip of the blower and do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount. • Hold the camera’s face downward to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. Complete the cleaning quickly. • Also clean the back of the mirror using a blower. 5 After the cleaning is finished, lower the mirror with a finger until it clicks.
Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) Trouble shooting/Others Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 203 to 211. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Check the following items. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about 1 minute, and turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 186). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Troubleshooting operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 179). The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pack. • You can use an NP-FM500H battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is NP-FM500H. • If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash. • The CHARGE lamp flashes in 2 ways, fast (about 0.15-second intervals) and slow (about 1.5-second intervals).
Troubleshooting The shutter does not release. Recording takes a long time. • The noise reduction function is turned on (page 174). This is not a malfunction. • You are shooting in RAW mode (page 172). Since the RAW data file is large, the RAW mode shooting may take time. • The Auto HDR is processing an image (page 141). The same image is shot several times. • The drive mode is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Bracket: Cont.]. Set it to [Single Shooting] (pages 51, 154).
Troubleshooting The flash does not work. • The flash mode is set to [Autoflash]. If you want to make sure the flash fires without fail, set the flash mode to [Fill-flash] (pages 47, 135). The flash takes too long to recharge. • The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. A picture taken with the flash is too dark.
Troubleshooting The eyes of the subject come out red. • Activate the red eye reduction function (page 64). • Get close to the subject, and shoot the subject within the flash range using the flash. Check the flash range in “Specifications.” Dots appear and remain on the LCD monitor. • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 15). The image is blurred. The EV scale b B is flashing on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.
Troubleshooting GPS (SLT-A77V only) The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. • Set [GPS On/Off] to [On] (page 169). • Your camera may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. • To triangulate the location information correctly, bring your camera to an open area, and turn on the camera again. Excessive error in location information. • The margin of error can be up to several-hundred meters depending on surrounding buildings, weak GPS signals, etc.
Troubleshooting • When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack (page 25), or use the AC Adaptor (sold separately). • Use the USB cable (supplied) (page 191). • Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. • Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB jacks of your computer. • Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other devices (page 191). You cannot copy images.
Troubleshooting Printing Cannot print images. • RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images first, convert them to JPEG images using “Image Data Converter” on the supplied CD-ROM. The color of the image is strange. • When you print the images recorded in Adobe RGB mode using sRGB printers that are not compatible with Adobe RGB (DCF2.0/Exif2.21), the images are printed at a lower intensity level (page 175). Images are printed with both edges cut off.
Troubleshooting The message “Set Area/Date/Time.” appears when you turn on the camera. • The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack. Charge the battery pack and set the date again (pages 33, 214). If the date setting is lost every time the battery pack is charged, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The number of recordable images does not decrease or decreases 2 at a time. The setting is reset without the resetting operation.
Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) Warning messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions below. Set Area/Date/Time. • Set the area, date, and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery (pages 33, 214). Power insufficient. • You tried to perform [Cleaning Mode] when the battery level is insufficient. Charge the battery pack or use the AC Adaptor (sold separately). Unable to use memory card.
Warning messages Unable to print. • You tried to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark. Camera overheating. Allow it to cool. • Because you have been recording for a long time, the temperature inside the camera has increased to an unacceptable level. Stop recording. Recording is unavailable in this movie format. • Set [File Format] to [MP4]. • Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Precautions Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, dry or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near strong magnetic place • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera.
Precautions Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (sold separately), and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories* designed to suit the characteristics of this camera.
Precautions • • • • • • viewfinder. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause a malfunction of your camera. Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly. Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 214). Do not shake or strike the camera.
To use your camera abroad — Power sources PAL-M system (1080 50i) Brazil PAL-N system (1080 50i) Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system (1080 50i) Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. Note • Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction. On TV color systems When you view images on a TV screen, the camera and TV must use the same TV color system.
AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification*1 or the 720p specification*2 using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.
GPS (SLT-A77V only) On triangulating errors • If you move to another location right after turning on the camera, it may take a longer time for the camera to start triangulating, compared to when you stay in the same place. • Error caused by the position of GPS satellites The camera automatically triangulates your current location when the camera receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. The triangulating error allowed by the GPS satellites is about 30 m (98 feet).
GPS (SLT-A77V only) Department of Defense, and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally. • Error during the triangulating process The camera acquires location information every about 15 seconds during triangulating. There is a slight time difference between when the location information is acquired and when the location information is recorded on an image, therefore, the actual recording location may not match exactly the location on the map based on the GPS information.
3D-shootings Notes on recording Note on playback of 3Dimages When you play back 3D-images on the LCD monitor of the camera or on a non-3D-compatible TV, the images are played back without the 3D effect. Notes on 3D-image files • A JPEG file and an MPO are combined to create a 3D-image. If you erase one of these files from the computer, the 3D-image may not be played back properly. • For details on the procedure used for viewing 3D-images, see pages 162 and 167.
Memory card Notes on using memory cards • Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. • Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions: – High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight. – Locations exposed to direct sunlight. – Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present. • The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it.
Memory card “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media*1*2*3 “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media*1*2 Available with your camera “Memory Stick Duo” media Unavailable with your camera • This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro” media. • To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Micro” media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size.
Battery pack/ Battery charger • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range. • Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
Battery pack/Battery charger frequently, use continuous shooting often, turn the camera on and off frequently, or set the LCD monitor brighter. Battery life Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Buy a new battery pack.
The License Notes on the License “C Library”, “zlib”, and “libjpeg” software are provided in the camera. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Read “license3.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “C Library”, “zlib”, and “libjpeg” software.
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time Notes • When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in the current memory card (pages 40, 165). • When “NO CARD” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card.
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time * When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above (except when [RAW] is selected). The number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use.
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity Record Setting 60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX) 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3h 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) 10 m 30 m 1h 2h 4h5m 60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS) 9m 15 m 35 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 30 m 24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX) 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3h 24p 17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH) 10 m 30 m 1h 2h 4h5m 1440×1080 12M VGA 3M 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 45 m 5 h 30 m 1 h 10 m 2 h 25 m
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time following values indicate the continuous time from when the camera starts recording until the camera stops recording.) Ambient temperature Continuous recording time for movies 20°C (68°F) About 29 minutes 30°C (86°F) About 29 minutes 40°C (104°F) About 13 minutes • The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or condition of the camera before you start recording.
Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens A-mount lens [Image sensor] 23.5 mm×15.6 mm (APS-C format) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor Approx. 24 700 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 24 300 000 pixels [SteadyShot] For still images System: Image sensor-shift mechanism Effect: Approx. 2.5 EV to 4.
Specifications Eye Point Approximately 27 mm from the eyepiece, 22 mm from the eyepiece frame at –1 m–1 Diopter Adjustment –4.0 m–1 to +3.0 m–1 (diopter) [LCD monitor] LCD panel 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive Total number of dots 921 600 (640 × 3 (RGB) × 480) dots [Exposure control] Metering Cell “Exmor” CMOS sensor Metering method 1 200-zone evaluative metering Metering Range –2 EV to +17 EV on Multi segment, Center weighted, Spot modes (at ISO 100 equivalent with F1.
Specifications Flash range ISO setting Aperture F2.8 F5.6 1m–3m (3.3 feet – 9.8 feet) 1 m – 2.1 m (3.3 feet – 6.9 feet) 200 1.4 m – 6 m (4.6 feet – 20 feet) 1.4 m – 4.2 1.4 m – 3 m m (4.6 feet – (4.6 feet – 14 feet) 9.8 feet) 400 2 m – 8.4 m (6.6 feet – 28 feet) 2m–6m (6.6 feet – 20 feet) 2 m – 4.2 m (6.6 feet – 14 feet) 800 2.8 m – 12 m 2.8 m – 8.4 2.8 m – 6 m (9.2 feet – m (9.2 feet – (9.
Specifications • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Movie (MP4 format) Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch [Recording media] “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, SD card [Input/output terminals] USB miniB, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) HDMI HDMI minijack Mic Terminal 3.
Specifications Battery charger/Battery BC-VM10A Battery charger Input rating 100 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 9 W Output rating 8.4 V DC, 0.75 A Operating temperature range 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Maximum dimensions Approx. 70 mm × 25 mm × 95 mm (2 7/8 inches × 1 inch × 3 3/4 inches) (W/H/D) Mass Approx. 90 g (3.2 oz) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM500H Used battery Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage DC 8.4 V Nominal voltage DC 7.
Specifications DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL1855) DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM (SAL1650) DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL18135) 0.34 0.2 0.25 f/22-36 f/22 f/22-36 55 72 62 Dimensions (maximum diameter × height) (approx., mm (in.)) 69.5×69 (2 3/4 × 2 3/4) 81×88 (3 1/4 × 3 1/2) 76×86 (3 × 3 1/2) Mass (approx., g (oz.
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Specifications Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available.
Index Index Numerics B 3D............................... 45, 100, 221 Battery pack ................. 25, 27, 224 Bracket ..................................... 155 Bracket order.............................. 66 “BRAVIA” Sync...................... 167 BULB shooting ........................ 109 A C Center weighted ....................... 132 Charging battery pack ................ 25 Cleaning mode ......................... 200 Color filter................................ 150 Color Space ..................
Index Delete..................................40, 165 Delete confirm. ...........................69 Dial exp.comp.......................50, 66 Digital level gauge......................89 Diopter-adjustment .....................35 Direct manual focus..................125 Disc creation .......................77, 195 Display panel ..............................93 DPOF Setup..............................198 D-Range Optimizer ..................141 Drive mode .........................51, 154 DRO Bracket ........
Index J N JPEG ........................................ 172 New Folder............................... 182 Night Portrait........................ 44, 97 Night Scene .......................... 44, 97 Number of recordable images ..................................... 227, 228 L Landscape ............................ 44, 97 Language.................................... 69 LCD brightness ........................ 178 LCD monitor................ 79, 90, 159 Lens............................................
Index Rear control dial .........................55 Rear sync. ...........................47, 135 Record Setting ..........................114 Recording movies ...............38, 111 Recover Image DB ...................183 Red Eye Reduction .....................64 Reducing camera shake ..............94 Release w/o Lens ......................175 Remote Commander ...........22, 158 Reset .........................................186 Rotate........................................161 S Saturation..............
