4-459-705-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images α Handbook A-mount Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Function list Viewing images on a computer Others Advanced Operations Index SLT-A58 ©2013 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents Basic Operations ................................................................. 9 This section provides basic information on operating the camera. Notes on using your camera ............................................ 10 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ............................................ 12 Identifying parts ............................................................... 13 Front ...........................................................................
Using the shooting functions Using the flash ................................................................. 41 Adjusting the image brightness ....................................... 43 Selecting the drive mode .................................... 45 Switching the recording information display (DISP) ...... 46 Setting image size ............................................................ 47 Image Size .................................................................. 47 Panorama: Size ...................
Others List of screen icons .......................................................... 71 Functions available for each shooting mode ................... 74 Flash modes available ...................................................... 75 Advanced Operations ................................................................76 This section provides further information on operating the camera. Preparation Setting up the camera ...................................................... 77 Removing the Eyepiece cup ...
Changing the tracking sensitivity of autofocus during movie recording .............................................. 102 Recording movies with the shutter speed and aperture adjusted ........................................................... 102 File Format ............................................................... 103 Record Setting .......................................................... 104 Audio Recording ...................................................... 105 Adjusting the focus ............
Adjusting color tones (White Balance) ......................... 136 Fine adjustment screen for color .............................. 137 Color Temp./Color Filter ......................................... 138 Custom white balance .............................................. 138 Zooming ........................................................................ 140 Selecting the drive mode .................................. 143 Single Shooting ........................................................ 143 Cont.
Auto Review ............................................................. 161 Func. of AEL button ................................................ 161 ISO Button ............................................................... 162 Preview Button ......................................................... 162 Electronic Front Curtain Shutter .............................. 163 Viewfinder Bright. ................................................... 163 Power Save ...................................................
Creating a movie disc .................................................... 181 Creating a high definition quality (HD) disc (AVCHD recording disc) on a computer ......................... 181 Creating a standard definition quality (STD) disc .... 182 Discs you can use with “PlayMemories Home” ...... 183 Print Specifying DPOF ........................................................... 184 Date Imprint ............................................................. 184 Cleaning Cleaning the camera and lens ...
Basic Operations This section provides basic information on operating the camera. Read this section first. To use the camera even more effectively, see “Advanced Operations” (page 76).
Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure This camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects: an LCD screen mode using the LCD screen, and a viewfinder mode using the viewfinder. Notes on the functions available with the camera To check whether it is a 1080 60icompatible device or 1080 50i-compatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.
Notes on using your camera Notes on importing AVCHD movies to a computer On the data specifications described in this manual When importing AVCHD movies to a computer, for Windows computers, use the “PlayMemories Home” software.
Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera (page 11). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity. Supplied with all models • Camera (1) • Battery charger BC-VM10A (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A.
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts. Front Preparing the camera A Shutter button (30) J Microphone** (105) B Power switch (27) K Mode dial (36) C Control dial (92, 94, 96) L D Self-timer lamp (144) E Lens contacts* F Mirror* • This mirror is made of a transmissive film. Do not touch the mirror. Doing so may soil or deform the mirror, and the image quality and camera performance may deteriorate.
Identifying parts Back A Eyepiece sensors (77) G Control button v/V/b/B/DISP (Display Contents) (46, 147)/WB (White Balance) (136)/ (Drive Mode) (45, 143)/ (Picture Effect) (133) B Viewfinder* • When you look into the viewfinder, viewfinder mode is activated, and when you move your face away from the viewfinder, viewing mode returns to LCD screen mode.
Identifying parts Top 1) For details on compatible accessories for the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site, or consult a Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility in your area. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operation with other manufactures’ accessories is not guaranteed. 2) Accessories for the Auto-lock Accessory Shoe can also be attached using the Shoe Adaptor (sold separately).
Identifying parts Sides/Bottom A Hooks for shoulder strap • Attach both ends of the strap to the camera. D m (Microphone) jack • When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is automatically turned off. If the external microphone is a plug-in-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.
Identifying parts Preparing the camera G Battery insertion slot (21) H Battery cover (21) I Tripod receptacle • 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 II (Supplied with the SLT-A58K/ A58Y) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts F Focusing mode switch G Mounting index H Lens hood index DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A58Y) DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A58M) 18 I Zoom lock switch • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II/DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM/ DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.
Charging the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. Push the battery pack in until it clicks. 19 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. The battery pack can also be used when it has not been fully charged. The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not use it.
Charging the battery pack 2 Connect the battery charger to a wall outlet (wall socket). For the U.S.A. and Canada Plug Light on: Charging Light off: Charge completed Charging time About 175 minutes CHARGE lamp • When charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). • The CHARGE lamp turns off when For countries/regions other than the charging is completed. U.S.A.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) Open the battery cover by sliding the lever. 2 Insert the battery pack completely, using the tip of the battery to press the lock lever. Preparing the camera 1 Lock lever 3 Close the cover. 4 Slide and open the memory card cover.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 5 Insert a memory card. • With the notched corner facing in the direction shown, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Ensure that the notched corner faces the correct direction. 6 Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and check that the vibration of the camera has stopped and that both the LCD screen and access lamp (page 17) are turned off.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) To check the remaining battery level The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that can exchange information related to operating conditions with your camera. The remaining battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating conditions of your camera. “Battery exhausted.” Battery level Low You cannot shoot any more pictures. Memory cards that you can use The following memory cards are compatible with this camera.
Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. • Quickly change the lens somewhere 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. 2 Front lens cap Body cap Packaging lid Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
Attaching a lens Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera. • When using a lens equipped with a tripod socket, attach the socket on the lens side to the tripod to maintain balance. • When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. • Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustments.
Attaching a lens To attach a lens hood It is recommended that you use a lens hood to reduce flare and ensure optimum image quality. Fit the hood into the mount on the end of the lens barrel and rotate the hood clockwise until it clicks. Notes • A lens hood is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II. You can use the ALC-SH108 (sold separately). • The lens hood may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the flash.
Turning on the camera and setting the clock When you turn on the camera for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. Preparing the camera The screen to set date and time appears. • To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF. 2 Check that [Enter] is selected on the LCD screen, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select your area using b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button.
Turning on the camera and setting the clock 5 Repeat step 4 to set other items, then press the center of the control button. 6 Check that [Enter] is selected, then press the center of the control button. To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. To set the date/time again The date/time setup screen appears automatically only when you turn the camera on for the first time. To set the date and time again, use the menu.
Before shooting Adjusting the viewfinder’s visual acuity (diopter adjustment) Preparing the camera Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. Notes • The dioptric 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.
Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images In [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera analyzes the subject and allows you to shoot with the appropriate settings. Select when shooting in a location where flash use is restricted. 1 Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto) or (Flash Off). or 2 Hold the camera, monitoring your shot using the LCD screen or viewfinder. 3 Overlay the AF area on the desired subject.
Shooting still images 5 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, z or (Focus indicator) lights up (page 107). Shooting and viewing images Focus indicator 6 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. • When [Auto Object Framing] is set to [Auto] and the camera shoots faces, close-ups, or subjects tracked by [Lock-on AF], the camera automatically trims the image into a suitable composition. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved (page 119).
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 102). • 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 MENU button t the desired mode 1 t [Still/Movie Select] t Select • To play back still images, select [Folder View(Still)], and to play back movies, select [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View], depending on the file format. 3 Select an image using b/B on the control button. • To play back movies, press the center of the control button.
Deleting images (Delete) Once you have deleted an image, the image cannot be restored. Be sure that you do not want the image before deleting it. 1 Display the image you want to delete and press the button. button 2 Select [Delete] using v on the control button, then press the center of the control button. Notes • Protected images cannot be deleted.
Shooting images to suit your subject Adjusting the angle of the LCD screen Adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle. • The LCD screen tilts down about 55 degrees and up about 135 degrees.
Selecting a shooting mode Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode. The following shooting modes are available: (Intelligent In [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera analyzes the subject Auto)/ (Flash Off) and allows you to shoot with the appropriate settings. (30, 85) Select [Flash Off] when you want to shoot without the flash. (Superior Auto) (37, 85) The camera recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and appropriate settings are set automatically.
Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto 1 Set the mode dial to (Superior Auto). 2 Point the camera towards the subject, and adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Selecting a shooting mode Scene Selection 1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection), then press the center of the control button. 2 Select the desired mode using v/V, then press the center of the control button. • 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. Accentuates skin tones softly.
Selecting a shooting mode Sweep Panorama 1 Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2 Point the camera at the subject for which you want to adjust the brightness and focus, and press the shutter button halfway down. 3 Point the camera at the edge of Shooting images to suit your subject the composition while pressing the shutter button halfway down, and then press the shutter button fully down. This part will not be shot. 4 Pan or tilt the camera to the end, following the guidance on the screen.
Selecting a shooting mode Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE 1 Set the mode dial to (Tele-zoom 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 center area on the screen is cropped and the camera records the images continuously at a maximum of about 8 images per second. • The minimum zoom scale of the camera is set to 2 times and the image size is set to S.
Using the shooting functions Using the flash In dark environments, use the flash to shoot the subject brightly and to prevent camera shake. When shooting against the sun, use the flash to lighten the 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 75. 2 Press the button. button Using the shooting functions The built-in flash pops up.
Using the flash (Flash Off) Does not fire even if the flash is raised. • You cannot select this item when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M. If you do not want to use the flash in these modes, push the flash down. (Autoflash) Fires in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. (Fill-flash) Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed. (Rear Sync.
Adjusting the image brightness Normally, 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 to the – side (Exposure compensation). 1 Press the button. 2 Adjust the exposure using the The LCD screen after the exposure is adjusted. Toward + (over): Brightens an image.
Adjusting the image brightness Notes • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], or [Scene Selection]. • When the exposure mode is set to M, the exposure can be adjusted only when [ISO] is set to [AUTO]. Turn the control dial during AE lock to adjust the compensation value. • Even though you can adjust the exposure between –3.0 EV and +3.0 EV, only a value between –2.0 EV and +2.
Selecting the drive mode You can select the appropriate drive mode, such as single, continuous, or bracket shooting, to suit your purpose. on the control button t Select the desired mode (Single Shooting) (143) This mode is for normal shooting. (Cont. Shooting) The camera records images continuously. (143) (Bracket: Cont.) (144) You can shoot 3 images, each with different degrees of exposure. (Single Bracket) (144) You can shoot 3 images, shot by shot, each with different degrees of exposure.
Switching the recording information display (DISP) Each time you press DISP on the control button, the recording information display changes as follows. You can set the recording information display separately for viewfinder mode and LCD screen mode. Graphic Display Display All Info. No Disp. Info. Graphic Display [Graphic Display] shows the shutter speed and aperture value as graphs, and clearly illustrates how the exposure works.
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: 20M 5456 × 3632 pixels For shooting at the highest image quality M: 10M 3872 × 2576 pixels For prints up to A3+ size S: 5.0M 2736 × 1824 pixels For prints up to A5 size [Aspect Ratio]: [16:9] Image size Usage guidelines 5456 × 3064 pixels M: 8.4M 3872 × 2176 pixels S: 4.
Using the playback functions Enlarging images A still image can be enlarged for closer examination. This is convenient for checking 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 using the button or button. • Rotate the control dial to switch images at the same magnification. When you shoot multiple images with the same composition, you can compare their focus conditions.
Switching to the image list display You can display multiple images on the screen simultaneously. Press the button. The image index screen is displayed. • You can select the number of images displayed on one page of the image index screen using [Image Index] in the Playback menu. button To return to the single-image screen Press the center of the control button after selecting the desired image.
Viewing images on a TV screen To view images that were recorded on the camera on a TV set, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required (page 155). 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 micro jack 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input. • See also the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 3 Turn on the camera, and press the button.
Function list Functions that can be operated using the buttons/switch You can set up or operate various functions using the buttons/switch. For the location of the buttons/switch, see “Identifying parts” (page 13). button (41, 126) Pops the flash up. button (43)/AV button (96)/ button (48) Adjusts the exposure./Sets up the aperture value./Scales an image up when viewing images. ISO button (129) Adjusts the ISO sensitivity.
Selecting a function using 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 using v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z to execute. The setup screen appears. 3 Following the operation guide, select and execute the desired function. Operation guide To set up the camera directly from the recording information screen Turn the control dial without pressing the center z in step 2.
Functions that can be selected using the Fn (Function) button The functions that can be selected using the Fn button are as follows: Scene Selection (38, Selects an appropriate mode from among the Scene Selection 86) preset settings to suit shooting conditions. (Portrait/Sports Action/Macro/Landscape/Sunset/Night Scene/Hand-held Twilight/Night Portrait) Movie (102) Selects the exposure mode to suit your subject or your effect and records movies.
Functions that can be selected using the Fn (Function) button White Balance (136) Adjusts the color tone of images. (Auto WB/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent/Fluor.: Warm White/Fluor.: Cool White/Fluor.: Day White/Fluor.: Daylight/Flash/C.Temp./Filter/Custom) DRO/Auto HDR (130) Adjusts the brightness and contrast automatically. (Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR) Creative Style (134) Selects the desired image processing.
Functions selected using the MENU button You can set 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 using v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button. Select a menu page Select a menu item Still shooting menu Selects the size of still images. (L: 20M/M: 10M/S: 5.0M (When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]) L: 17M/M: 8.4M/S: 4.
Functions selected using the MENU button Long Exposure NR (159) Sets noise reduction processing for shots with a shutter speed of 1 second or longer. (On/Off) High ISO NR (159) Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shooting. (High/Normal/Low) Flash control (124) Sets the method for determining the intensity of flash output. (ADI flash/Pre-flash TTL) AF Illuminator (111) Sets the AF illuminator, which provides light for a dark scene to aid focusing.
Functions selected using the MENU button Audio Recording (105) Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie. (On/Off) Wind Noise Reduct. (105) Reduces wind noise during movie recording. (On/Off) Custom menu Sets whether to use auto focus when you look through the viewfinder. (On/Off) FINDER/LCD Setting (164) Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder and LCD screen. (Auto/Manual) Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash use.
Functions selected using the MENU button Peaking Level (115) Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus mode. (High/Mid/Low/Off) Peaking Color (115) Sets the color used for the peaking function. (Red/Yellow/White) Live View Display (80) Sets whether to display the effect of a function on the screen, such as the effect of the exposure compensation value. (Setting Effect ON/Setting Effect OFF) Func. of AEL button (161) Assigns the desired function to the AEL button.
Functions selected using the MENU button Lens Comp.: Distortion (165) Compensates for distortion on the screen caused by the attached lens. (Auto/Off) e-Front Curtain Shutter (163) Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter function. (On/Off) Face Registration (118) Registers or changes the person to be given priority when focusing. (New Registration/Order Exchanging/Delete/Delete All) Playback menu Allows you to determine how to group the playback images.
Functions selected using the MENU button Memory Card Tool menu Format (166) Formats the memory card. File Number (166) Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still images and MP4 movies. (Series/Reset) Folder Name (166) Sets the folder format for still images. (Standard Form/Date Form) Select REC Folder (167) Changes the selected folder for storing still images and MP4 movies. New Folder (167) Creates a new folder for storing still images and MP4 movies.
Functions selected using the MENU button Sets the level of the power saving feature. (Max/Standard) Power Saving Start Time (164) Sets the interval after which power save mode engages. (30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec) HDMI Resolution (155) Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI TV. (Auto/1080p/1080i) CTRL FOR HDMI (156) Operates the camera from a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync.
Using the guide function of the camera In-Camera Guide When you press the (In-Camera Guide) button on the Fn (Function) screen or menu screen, a guide for the currently selected function or setting automatically appears. To select unavailable functions or settings on the Fn screen, press the center of the control button to display the appropriate setup to enable them. (In-Camera Guide) button Shooting Tips The camera displays shooting tips in accordance with the shooting mode selected.
Using the guide function of the camera To access all shooting tips You can search through all the shooting tips from the menu. Use this item when you want to read shooting tips you have seen before.
Viewing images on a computer What you can do with software To utilize images recorded with the camera, use the following software: • “PlayMemories Home” (Windows only) You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to enhance the images you have shot. “PlayMemories Home” is required when importing AVCHD movies to your computer.
What you can do with software Notes • An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home.” • An Internet connection is required to use “PlayMemories Online” or other network services. “PlayMemories Online” or other network services may not be available in some countries or regions. • “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Macs. Use the applications that are installed on your Mac. For details, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.co.
Installing the software Installing “PlayMemories Home” • Log on as Administrator. • If the software “PMB (Picture Motion Browser),” supplied with models released before 2011, has already been installed on your computer, “PlayMemories Home” will overwrite it and will be installed. Although some “PlayMemories Home” functions differ from those of “PMB,” use “PlayMemories Home.” 1 Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL, then click [Install] t [Run]. www.sony.
Installing the software • For Windows 8, select the [PlayMemories Home] icon on the Start screen, then launch “PlayMemories Home” and select [PlayMemories Home Help Guide] from the [Help] menu. • For details on “PlayMemories Home,” you can also see the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Installing “Image Data Converter” 1 Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL. For Windows: http://www.sony.co.
Installing the software Installing “Remote Camera Control” To use “Remote Camera Control,” connect the camera to a computer. The following functions are available. • You can set up the camera or shoot an image from the computer. • You can record an image directly to the computer. • You can perform Interval Timer Shooting. 1 Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL. For Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ For Mac: http://www.sony.co.
Selecting the method for creating a movie disc Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. Select the method that suits your disc player. There are two ways to create a movie disc. Use “PlayMemories Home” on your computer or create a disc using devices other than a computer, such as a recorder. Disc type/usage Record setting available FX Player FH Blu-ray disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.
Selecting the method for creating a movie disc Creating a disc using a computer You can import AVCHD movies to a computer using “PlayMemories Home,” and create an AVCHD recording disc or a standard definition quality (STD) disc. For details on how to create a disc using “PlayMemories Home,” see “PlayMemories Home Help Guide.” Notes • To create Blu-ray discs using “PlayMemories Home,” install our proprietary add-on software. For details, access the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.
Others List of screen icons Graphic Display (LCD screen) A Display Indication Exposure mode (36) PASM Display All Info. (LCD screen) Scene Recognition icons (37, 85) Memory card (21, 205)/ Upload (168) 100 For playback (Basic information display) Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images (157) Image quality of still images (157) Frame rate of movies (104) Image size of movies (104) 100% Remaining battery (23) 71 Others 20M 10M Image size of still images 5.
List of screen icons Display Indication C Flash charge in progress (41) Display Indication REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) No audio recording of movies (105) z Focus (31, 107) 1/250 Shutter speed (94) SteadyShot/Camera shake warning (83) F4.0 Aperture (92) Setting Effect OFF (80) EV scale (43, 97, 146) (Only for viewfinder) SteadyShot error (197) +3.
List of screen icons Display Indication Face Detection (117)/ Smile Shutter (120) Auto Object Framing (119) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator (120) E Display Indication Metering mode (123) Flash compensation (124) AWB White balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) (136) 7500K A5 G5 D-Range Optimizer (130)/Auto HDR (131) Others +3 +3 +3 Creative Style (134)/ Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness Picture Effect (133) 73
Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, indicates the function is available, and a – indicates the function is not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (30, 85) Exposure Comp. (43) 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 is selectable, and a – indicates the function is not selectable. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (Flash Off) (Fill(Autoflash) flash) (30, 85) (30, 85) – – (37, (Slow (Rear Sync.) Sync.
Advanced Operations This section provides further information on operating the camera.
Preparation Preparation (Advanced Operations) Setting up the camera Removing the Eyepiece cup When attaching the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, remove the Eyepiece cup. Carefully slide the Eyepiece cup off by pushing on each side. • Put your fingers under the Eyepiece cup, and slide it upward.
Shooting mode screen display Selecting the screen mode You can select the desired screen mode. When you switch the screen by pressing DISP on the control button (page 46), only selected screens are displayed. You can set the screens to be displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder separately. 1 MENU button t 2 t [DISP Button(Monitor)] or [DISP Button(Finder)] 2 Select the desired display using v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button. 3 Press the MENU button.
Shooting mode screen display Histogram Number of pixels Dark Light Notes • The histogram does not indicate the final recorded image. It indicates the condition of the image just monitored on the screen. The histogram will differ based on aperture setting, etc. • The histogram differs between shooting and playback in the following situations: – When firing the flash. – When the subject has low light intensity, such as night scenery.
Shooting mode screen display Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed You can monitor the subject through the lens without displaying effects, such as [Exposure Comp.], [White Balance], [Creative Style], [Picture Effect], etc. MENU button t OFF] 2 t [Live View Display] t [Setting Effect • When [Setting Effect OFF] is selected, the Live View image in M mode is always displayed with the appropriate brightness.
Shooting mode screen display A Display Display Overheating warning (10) Exposure mode (36) Database file full (199)/ Database file error (199) PASM B Display Indication Drive mode (45, 143) Memory card (21, 205)/ Upload (168) 100 Indication Indication Flash mode (41, 126)/ Red-eye reduction (57) Remaining number of recordable images AF area (110) 20M 10M Image size of still images 5.0M 17M (47) 8.4M 4.
Shooting mode screen display Display Indication Picture Effect (133) Auto Object Framing (119) C Display Indication 1/125 Shutter speed (94) F3.
Shooting a clear image without camera shake “Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs during shooting, resulting in a blurred image. To reduce camera shake, follow the instructions below. Camera shake warning indicator When the camera detects potential camera shake, the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes. In this case, use a tripod or the flash. Notes • The (Camera shake warning) indicator is displayed only in modes that automatically set the shutter speed.
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 close-ups of the subjects, such as in macro shooting. • Shooting with a telescopic lens. Notes • When using a tripod, deactivate the SteadyShot function, as it may cause a malfunction.
Shooting Shooting (Advanced Operations) Selecting the shooting mode Intelligent Auto/ Set the mode dial to (page 30). Flash Off (Intelligent Auto), and shoot images • Select (Flash Off) when shooting in a location where the use of flash is restricted. Notes • Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function, many features will be unavailable, such as exposure compensation and ISO setting. If you want to adjust various settings, set the mode dial to P, then shoot your subject.
Selecting the shooting mode Scene Selection This mode is suitable for z Shooting with preset settings based on the scene Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection), select the desired mode, and shoot images (page 38). 86 (Portrait) Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Accentuates 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) Shoots night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. • The shutter speed is slower, so we recommend using a tripod. • The picture may not be taken properly when shooting a night scene in total darkness. Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise.
Selecting the shooting mode Notes • Since the camera judges the settings automatically, many features will be unavailable, such as exposure compensation and ISO setting. • The flash is set to [Autoflash] or [Flash Off] for each [Scene Selection] mode. You can change these settings (pages 41, 75, 126). Sweep Panorama This mode is suitable for z Shooting expansive scenery or high-rise buildings with dynamic composition. Set the mode dial to (page 39).
Selecting the shooting mode • The camera continues shooting during [Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shot. • [Auto Object Framing] and the zoom feature of the camera cannot be used. Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan or tilt the camera in an arc with a Vertical constant velocity and in the same direction direction as the indication on the screen. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects than moving ones.
Selecting the shooting mode Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE This mode is suitable for z Shooting a fast-moving subject continuously to capture a moment. z Shooting children’s facial expressions that change from moment to moment. Set the mode dial to (Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE), and shoot images (page 40). • The minimum zoom scale of the camera is set to 2 times and the image size is set to S.
Selecting the shooting mode Program Auto This mode is suitable for z Changing settings for ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range Optimizer, etc. while using automatic exposure. 1 Set the mode dial to P. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings (pages 106 to 146). • To fire the flash, press the button. Shooting (Advanced Operations) 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Selecting the shooting mode Aperture Priority This mode is suitable for z Placing the subject in sharp focus and blurring 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 depth of scenery. Narrowing the aperture widens the range that is in focus. (Depth of field becomes deeper.) 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Select the aperture value (Fnumber) using the control dial.
Selecting the shooting mode 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain the correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure cannot be obtained using the selected aperture value, the shutter speed flashes. If this happens, adjust the aperture again. Shutter speed Shooting techniques Notes • Press the button when you shoot with the flash. However, the flash range differs according to the aperture value.
Selecting the shooting mode To check blurring of the background (Preview button) The LCD screen and the viewfinder show an image captured with the widest aperture. The change in aperture affects the sharpness of the subject image, creating a discrepancy between the sharpness of the image before shooting and that of the actual image.
Selecting the shooting mode 2 Select the shutter speed using the control dial. Shutter speed subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain the correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure cannot be obtained with the selected shutter speed, the aperture value flashes. If this happens, 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 LCD screen exposure is set. • When [ISO] is set to other than [AUTO], check the exposure value using Metered Manual*. Toward +: Images become brighter. Toward –: Images become darker. * When the camera is in M mode, it will show an under or over compensation value based on the correct exposure. In LCD screen mode, a numeric value is displayed. In viewfinder mode, the value is indicated on the EV scale.
Selecting the shooting mode 2 Rotate the control dial to the left until [BULB] is displayed. BULB 3 While pressing the AV button, rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture (F-number). AV button 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. 5 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shot. As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open. Shooting techniques • Use a tripod.
Selecting the shooting mode • If you use a Remote Commander* that is equipped with a shutter button lock function (sold separately), you can keep the shutter open using the Remote Commander. * Use a Remote Commander that is compatible with a Multi/Micro USB Terminal. 99 Shooting (Advanced Operations) Notes • When using a tripod, turn off the SteadyShot function (page 84). • The longer the exposure time, the more conspicuous the noise on the image.
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 32). Shooting techniques • Start recording after you adjust the focus. • The following settings that were set during still image shooting can also be used in movie recording. – ISO – White Balance – Creative Style – Exposure Comp.
Movie recording setup Digital Zoom You can use the digital zoom feature during movie recording. The quality, however, will deteriorate because image processing is performed. 1 Press the ZOOM button. ZOOM button • Digital zoom is available during movie recording even when [Digital Zoom] is set to [Off] in the Still shooting menu. 2 Magnify the image up to the desired zoom factor using b/B on the control button. • A zoom factor of up to about 4 times is available.
Movie recording setup Changing the tracking sensitivity of autofocus during movie recording When you record fast moving subjects, select [High], and when several subjects are moving or crossing back and forth, select [Low]. MENU button t desired setting 1 t [AF Track. Duration] t Select the Recording movies with the shutter speed and aperture adjusted You can record movies with the shutter speed and aperture adjusted, controlling the background defocus or fluidity as you like.
Movie recording setup (Shutter Priority) (94) Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually using the control dial. (Manual Exposure) (96) Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) using the control dial. File Format MENU button t format 1 t [File Format] t Select the desired Records 60i/50i movies or 24p/25p movies in AVCHD format. This file format is suitable for viewing the movie on a high-definition TV.
Movie recording setup Record Setting The higher the average bit-rate, the higher the image quality. MENU button t setting 1 t [Record Setting] t Select the desired [File Format]: [AVCHD] Record Setting Bit-rate Recording 60i 24M(FX)* 50i 24M(FX)** Maximum 24 Mbps Records high image quality movies at 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). 60i 17M(FH)* 50i 17M(FH)** Average 17 Mbps Records standard image quality movies at 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i).
Movie recording setup Audio Recording When you record movies, the operating noise of the camera or lens may be recorded. You can record movies without audio. MENU button t 1 t [Audio Recording] t [Off] When the focus mode is set to manual focus, the operating noise of the lens during autofocus will not be recorded (page 114). To reduce wind noise You can reduce wind noise by cutting bass sound input from the built-in microphone. MENU button t 1 t [Wind Noise Reduct.
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 autofocus and manual focus is different. The switch to be used Lens equipped Lens (Always set with a focus mode the focus mode switch switch on the camera to AF.) Lens not equipped Camera 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 (below). • The AF area in which the focus has been confirmed turns green. AF area Focus indicator Notes • While the camera is focusing automatically, do not touch the rotating focusing ring. Shooting technique Focus indicator Focus indicator Status z lit Focus locked. Ready to shoot. lit Focus is confirmed.
Adjusting the focus To measure the exact distance to the subject The mark located on the top of the camera shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line. * The image sensor is the part of the camera that acts as the film. Notes • If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed.
Adjusting the focus Autofocus Mode Fn button t (Single-shot AF) (Autofocus Mode) t Select the desired setting The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. (Automatic AF) [Autofocus Mode] switches between [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] based on the movement of the subject. When you press and hold the shutter button halfway down, if the subject is motionless, the focus is locked and if the subject is in motion, the camera continues to focus.
Adjusting the focus AF area Select the desired AF area to suit the shooting conditions or your preference. The AF area where the focus has been confirmed turns green and the other AF areas disappear. AF area Fn button t (AF area) t Select the desired setting (Wide) The camera determines which of the 15 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 using the control button.
Adjusting the focus AF Illuminator You can set the AF illuminator to focus on a subject under dark lighting. MENU button t setting 2 t [AF Illuminator] t Select the desired • Since the camera uses the built-in flash as an AF illuminator, press the button to open the flash. Lock-on AF Keeps the focus on a moving subject while tracking it. When [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], [On(Lock-on AF w/ shutter)] will function. 1 Set [Autofocus Mode] to [Continuous AF] (page 109).
Adjusting the focus 3 Press the shutter button halfway down so that the camera automatically locks onto a target and tracks the subject. The camera continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. When the subject is in focus, the target frame turns green. Target frame 4 Press the shutter button to shoot the subject. When [AF area] is set to [Wide], the camera starts tracking the subject around the center area.
Adjusting the focus To change the mode Fn button t (Lock-on AF) t [On] or [Off]. (On) Press the center of the control button on the recording information display to display a target frame. Align the target frame with the subject to be tracked, and press the center of the control button. The camera starts tracking the subject. When the subject is in focus, the target frame turns green. To cancel the tracking feature, press the center of the control button again.
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 If the lens is not equipped with a focus mode switch, set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF. 3 Rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve sharp focus.
Adjusting the focus Direct manual focus When a lens that is equipped with a direct manual focus function is mounted and [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF] or [Automatic AF], you can make fine adjustments using the focusing ring after the focus is locked (DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM, etc. ). You can quickly focus on a subject rather than using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in cases such as macro shooting.
Adjusting the focus Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1 MENU button t 3 t [Preview Button] t [Focus Magnifier] 2 Press the Focus Magnifier button. Focus Magnifier button 3 Press the Focus Magnifier button again to enlarge the image and select the portion you want to enlarge using v/V/b/B on the control button. • Each time you press the Focus Magnifier button, the magnifier scaling changes as follows: Full display t Approx. ×6.8 t Approx. ×13.
Detecting faces Face Detection The camera detects faces, adjusts the focus and exposure, performs image processing, and adjusts flash settings. Fn button t setting (Smile/Face Detect.) t Select the desired Turns off Face Detection. Face Detection On (Regist. Faces) Enables Face Detection and prioritizes recognized faces that have been registered in [Face Registration] (page 118). Face Detection On Enables Face Detection, but does not prioritize recognized faces.
Detecting faces Notes • When the exposure mode is [Sweep Panorama] or [Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE], [Face Detection] 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. Face Registration The camera detects faces for which information has been registered in advance.
Detecting faces To delete a registered face You can delete a registered face. MENU button t 4 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. Notes • Even if you select [Delete], the data on registered faces remains stored in the camera. If you want to delete this data from the camera, select [Delete All]. • Registered faces are not deleted even if you use [Initialize].
Detecting faces • When [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], this function cannot be used. • This feature cannot be used with the following functions: Continuous shooting, continuous bracket, [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.], [Auto HDR], the zoom feature of the camera, manual focus, or [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], or [Miniature] in [Picture Effect]. Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Fn button t (Smile/Face Detect.
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 when 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 toward 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 AEL w/ shutter Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. MENU button t setting 3 t [AEL w/ shutter] t Select the desired Notes • AEL button operation is given priority over the [AEL w/ shutter] settings. Metering Mode Fn button t (Metering Mode) t Select the desired mode This mode measures light in each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen.
Adjusting the brightness of the image Flash Comp. When shooting with the flash, you can adjust the amount of flash light alone, without changing the exposure compensation. You can only change the exposure of the main subject within the flash range. Fn button t (Flash Comp.) t Select the desired setting Toward +: Makes the flash level higher. Toward –: Makes the flash level lower. Notes • [Flash Comp.
Adjusting the brightness of the image Notes • When the distance between the subject and the external flash (sold separately) cannot be determined (wireless flash shooting using an external flash (sold separately), shooting with an off-camera flash using a cable, shooting with a macro twin flash, etc.), the camera automatically selects [Pre-flash TTL]. • Select [Pre-flash TTL] in the following cases, as the camera cannot perform flash compensation with [ADI flash].
The flash Press the Fn button, select the desired flash mode, press the button, and shoot images (page 41). Shooting techniques • The lens hood may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the flash. • When using the flash, shoot the subject at a distance of 1 m (3.3 feet) or greater. • When shooting indoors or shooting nightscapes, you can use slow sync to shoot a brighter image of people and backgrounds.
The flash Wireless flash With a flash that has a wireless shooting function (sold separately), you can shoot with the flash without a cord, even when the flash is not attached to the camera. By changing the position of the flash, you can shoot an image 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.
The flash Wireless flash with lighting ratio control You can use the wireless lighting ratio control in combination with multiple flashes. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with flash (HVL-F60M (sold separately), HVL-F58AM (sold separately), or HVLF43AM (sold separately)).
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 using v/V on the control button. Notes • When the exposure mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Sweep Panorama], or [Scene Selection], [ISO] is fixed to [AUTO] and you cannot select other ISO numbers.
Compensating for 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 analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing an image with the optimal brightness and gradation.
Compensating for brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range) Notes • The setting is fixed to [Off] when the exposure mode is set to [Sweep Panorama], or when [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.] or [Picture Effect] is used. • The setting is fixed to [Off] when [Sunset], [Night Scene], [Night Portrait], or [Hand-held Twilight] is selected in [Scene Selection]. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when other modes are selected in [Scene Selection]. • When shooting with the D-Range Optimizer, the image may be noisy.
Compensating for brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range) Notes • You cannot use this function on RAW images. • When the exposure mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Sweep Panorama], [Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE] or [Scene Selection], or when [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.] is selected, you cannot select [Auto HDR]. • You cannot start the next shot until the capture process is completed after you shoot.
Setting image processing Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. Set the mode dial to (Picture Effect), and select the desired setting. • For a mode that has a fine adjustment option, select the desired setting using b/B. Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. You can set the color tone using b/ B. (Pop Color) Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones.
Setting image processing (Miniature) • Creates an image that enhances the subject vividly, with the background defocused considerably. This effect can often be found in pictures of miniature models. You can select the area to be in focus using b/B. The focus on other areas is greatly reduced. (Off) can be selected if you use button. (Picture Effect) on the control Notes • When the zoom feature of the camera is used, the [Toy Camera] and [Miniature] effects are not available.
Setting image processing (Standard) For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. (Vivid) The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, a blue sky, or ocean views. (Portrait) For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited to shooting portraits. (Landscape) The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp scenery.
Adjusting 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 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 color tones (White Balance) Color Temp. Fine-tune color in the B (blue) direction using b and the A (amber) direction using B. Color Filter Fine-tune color in the G (green) direction using v and the M (magenta) direction using V. Color Temp./Color Filter 1 WB on the control button t (C.Temp./Filter) t B 2 Set the color temperature using v/V on the control button. 3 Press B to display the fine adjustment screen and compensate the color to your preference using v/V/b/B.
Adjusting color tones (White Balance) 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. 3 Press the center of the control button. The screen returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained.
Zooming You can magnify images with a higher scale than the optical zoom of the lens. 1 Magnify the image with the zoom ring when using a zoom lens (page 30). 2 Press the ZOOM button. ZOOM button 3 Magnify the image to your desired zoom scale using b/B on the control button. • You can magnify the image at wider intervals using v/V. The zoom features available with this camera The icon displayed on the screen changes as follows based on the zoom scale.
Zooming Setting Image size Zoom scale with optical zoom Zooms images by L trimming them in the M available range (without deterioration of image quality). S [Clear Image Zoom]: [Off] [Digital Zoom]: [Off] – Gives priority to image L quality when zooming images. [Clear Image Zoom]: [On] M [Digital Zoom]: [Off] About 2× S S About 2× About 2.8× About 4× About 4× About 5.6× About 8× Notes • The zoom feature of the camera is unavailable – When the exposure mode is set to [Sweep Panorama].
Zooming To change the [Digital Zoom] setting The default setting is [Off]. If you want to use higher magnification regardless of the deterioration of the image, set it to [On].
Selecting the drive mode Single Shooting This mode is for normal shooting. on the control button t (Single Shooting) Notes • When the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection], you cannot use [Single Shooting]. Shooting (Advanced Operations) Cont. Shooting The camera records images continuously. 1 on the control 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, recording continues.
Selecting the drive mode Notes • When is selected, the recorded image is displayed between the shots. • 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 wants to appear in the photo and the 2-second self-timer is convenient for reducing camera shake. 1 on the control button t (Self-timer) t Select the desired setting • The number after indicates the currently selected setting.
Selecting the drive mode 1 on the control button t (Bracket: Cont.) or (Single Bracket) t Select the desired bracket step • _EV displayed with is the currently selected value. 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 (e.g., 0.3 steps, 3 shots, Exposure compensation 0) Flash bracket (e.g., 0.7 steps, 3 shots, Flash compensation –1.0) Viewfinder LCD screen (When [DISP Button(Monitor)] is set to [For Shown in the top row. viewfinder]) Shown in the bottom row. * Ambient light: Any light other than the flash light that shines on the scene for an extended period of time, such as natural light, an incandescent light, or a fluorescent light.
Playback Playback (Advanced Operations) Playback mode screen display Switching the screen during playback Each time you press DISP on the control button, the screen changes as follows. Display Info. No Disp. Info.
Playback mode screen display Display Indication Display Indication Database file full (199)/ Database file error (199) 2013-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording Overheating warning (10) 3/7 File number/Number of images in the view mode B Display Indication Histogram* (79) Exposure mode (36) P ASM 1/125 Shutter speed (94) F3.5 Aperture (92) ISO200 ISO sensitivity (129) –0.3 Exposure compensation (43) –0.
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 control button. To return to the normal playback screen Press the button again. Notes • You cannot rotate movies or 3D-images. • When you copy rotated images to a computer, “PlayMemories Home” 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 using b/B on the control button. • You cannot pause the slide show. To end in the middle of the slide show Press the center of the control button.
Using the playback functions Scrolling panoramic images Select a panoramic image, then press the center of the control button. • Press the center of the control button again to pause the playback. You can scroll a panoramic image manually by pressing v/V/b/B during pause.
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 using b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button. 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 selected images or all the images. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Be sure that you do not want the image before deleting it. Notes • Protected images cannot be deleted. To display the desired folder Select the bar on the left of the screen using the control button, then select the desired folder using v/V. Delete (Multiple Img.) Playback (Advanced Operations) 1 MENU button t 1 t [Delete] t [Multiple Img.
Deleting images (Delete) Deleting all images or movies in each view mode You can delete all still images or movies in each view mode displayed. 1 MENU button t 1 t [Delete] t [All in Folder] or [All AVCHD view files] 2 Select [Delete] using v on the control button, then press the center of the control button.
TV playback Connect the camera to a TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately) and play back images (page 50). Notes • Use an HDMI cable that has the HDMI logo. • Use an HDMI cable with a 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], depending on your TV. • Some devices may not work properly.
TV playback Sync Menu items Slide Show Plays back images automatically (page 150). Single-image playback Returns to the single-image screen. Image Index Switches to the image index screen. Still/Movie Select Switches the view mode. Delete Deletes images. Notes • The operations available are restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). • Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide these operations.
Camera Setup Camera Setup (Advanced Operations) Setting the aspect ratio and image quality Aspect Ratio MENU button t ratio 1 t [Aspect Ratio] t Select the desired 3:2 Normal ratio. 16:9 HDTV ratio. Notes • [Aspect Ratio] cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. MENU button t (RAW) (RAW & JPEG) (Fine) (Standard) 1 t [Quality] t Select the desired setting File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.
Setting the aspect ratio and image quality About RAW images Download and install “Image Data Converter” on your computer 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. • You cannot set [Auto HDR] or [Picture Effect] for RAW format images.
Setting the other camera functions 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 reduces the grainy noise typical for 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 camera functions 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 3 t [Color Space] t Select the desired sRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use sRGB in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out the images without any modifications. AdobeRGB This has a wide range of color reproduction.
Setting the other camera functions 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 immediately after shooting. You can change the displayed time.
Setting the other camera functions Notes • While the exposure value is locked, appears on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. Be careful not to reset the setting. • When [AEL toggle] is selected, be sure to press the AEL button again to release the lock. 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/Autofocus Mode/AF area/ Smile/Face Detect.
Setting the other camera functions Shot. Result Preview The aperture is narrowed to match the selected aperture value and you can check the blurring. The effect of DRO or the shutter speed value is also reflected. • The preview image may be darker, depending on the shutter speed value. However, you can record images based on the brightness you have set. Aperture Preview The aperture is narrowed to match the selected aperture value and you can check the blurring.
Setting the other camera functions Power Save You can shorten the waiting time until the camera turns on power save mode when it is not being operated to prevent the battery from being consumed. If you operate the camera, for example, pressing the shutter button halfway down, the camera returns to shooting mode. If you do not operate the camera for a set period of time, the brightness of the LCD screen is reduced.
Lens compensation You can automatically compensate for the following characteristics: light fall-off 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, 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 memory card recording method Format Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a memory card, including protected images. MENU button t 1 t [Format] t [Enter] Notes • During formatting, the access lamp lights up. Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit. • Format the memory card using the camera. If you format it on a computer, the memory card may not be usable with the camera, depending on the format type used.
Setting the memory card recording method 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: 10030405 (Folder name: 100, date: 2013/04/05) Notes • The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01.” Select REC Folder When a standard form folder is selected and there are 2 or more folders, you can select the recording folder to which images are recorded.
Setting the memory card recording method Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are caused in the image database file by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back on this camera. If this happens, the camera repairs the file. MENU button t 1 t [Recover Image DB] t [Enter] Notes • Use a sufficiently charged battery. Low battery power during repairs can damage data.
Setting the memory card recording method 169 Camera Setup (Advanced Operations) • Eye-Fi cards include a wireless LAN function. Do not insert any Eye-Fi cards in the camera when it is prohibited to do so, such as on an airplane. If there is an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. is displayed on the screen when [Upload Settings] is set to [Off].
Resetting to default settings You can reset the main functions of the camera. MENU button t t [OK] 3 t [Initialize] t Select the desired setting The following items will be reset. Shooting functions (Reset Default/Rec mode reset) Items Reset to Exposure Comp. (43) ±0.0 Drive Mode (45, 143) Single Shooting Flash Mode (41, 126) Fill-flash (differs based on whether the built-in flash is open) Autofocus Mode (109) AF-A AF area (110) Wide Lock-on AF (111) On Smile/Face Detect.
Resetting to default settings Items Reset to Quality (157) Fine Panorama: Size (47) Standard Panorama: Direction (89) Right Clear Image Zoom (140) On Digital Zoom (101, 140) Off Long Exposure NR (159) On High ISO NR (159) Normal Flash control (124) ADI flash AF Illuminator (111) Auto On Color Space (160) sRGB AEL w/ shutter (123) On Camera Setup (Advanced Operations) SteadyShot (83) Movie shooting menu (Reset Default/Rec mode reset) Items Reset to File Format (103) AVCHD Recor
Resetting to default settings Items Reset to DISP Button(Monitor) (78) Display All Info./Graphic Display/No Disp. Info. DISP Button(Finder) (78) No Disp. Info./Graphic Display Peaking Level (115) Off Peaking Color (115) White Live View Display (80) Setting Effect ON Func. of AEL button (161) AEL hold ISO Button (162) ISO Preview Button (162) Shot. Result Preview Focus Hold Button (58) Focus Hold MOVIE Button (58) Always Lens Comp.: Shading (165) Auto Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.
Resetting to default settings Setup menu (Reset Default) Items Reset to Menu start (60) Top Mode Dial Guide (60) On LCD Brightness (60) ±0 Viewfinder Bright. (163) Auto Viewfinder Color Temp.
Confirming the camera version Displays the camera version. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. If you mount a lens compatible with the lens version up feature, the lens version is also displayed. MENU button t 3 t [Version] Notes • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a battery with sufficient charge or the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately).
Computer Computer (Advanced Operations) Using the camera with your computer Use the following applications to allow more versatile uses of images shot using your camera. • “PlayMemories Home” You can import still images or movies recorded using the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to enhance the images you have shot. • “Image Data Converter” You can open RAW format image files. For detailed notes on installation, see page 66.
Using the camera with your computer ** Starter (Edition) is not supported. Recommended computer environment (Mac) The following computer environment is recommended when using the software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 – 10.8 “Image Data Converter Ver.4”: Mac OS X v10.5, 10.6 (Snow Leopard), 10.7 (Lion), 10.8 (Mountain Lion) “Image Data Converter Ver.4” CPU: Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or faster Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended.
Connecting the camera to a computer Making a USB connection Selects the method used to make a USB connection between the camera and a computer or a USB device using a USB cable. MENU button t setting 2 t [USB Connection] t Select the desired Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, based on the computer or other USB devices to be connected. Windows 7 or Windows 8 computers are connected in MTP, and its unique functions are enabled for use.
Connecting the camera to a computer Multi Normally, use [Multi]. Single Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. Connecting to a computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately). 2 Turn on the camera and the computer. 3 Check that [USB Connection] in 4 Connect the camera to your computer.
Connecting the camera to a computer Importing images to the computer without using “PlayMemories Home” When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between the camera and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] t [OK] t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t copy the desired images to the computer. File name Folder Type of file File name DCIM folder JPEG file DSC0ssss.JPG JPEG file (AdobeRGB) _DSCssss.JPG MP_ROOT folder RAW file DSC0ssss.ARW RAW file (AdobeRGB) _DSCssss.ARW MAH0ssss.
Connecting the camera to a computer 2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon. The image files are copied to the hard disk. 3 Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files. The image is displayed. Software for Mac computers For details on other software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.
Creating a movie disc Creating a high definition quality (HD) disc (AVCHD recording disc) on a computer You can create a high definition quality (HD) AVCHD recording disc from AVCHD movies imported to a computer using the software “PlayMemories Home.” 1 Start up [PlayMemories Home] and select upper right of the screen t (HD)). Tools in the (Create Discs) t (AVCHD onto the right side of the screen. 3 Create the disc, following the instructions on the screen.
Creating a movie disc Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc using AVCHD movies previously imported to a computer. Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs. BD-R (non-rewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media can be used to create Blu-ray discs. You cannot add content to either type of disc once it has been created. To create Blu-ray discs using “PlayMemories Home,” install proprietary add-on software. For details, access the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.
Creating a movie disc Discs you can use with “PlayMemories Home” You can use the following types of 12 cm discs using “PlayMemories Home.” For Blu-ray discs, see page 182. Disc type Features DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable • Always update your PlayStation®3 to the latest version of the PlayStation®3 system software. • The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
Print Print (Advanced Operations) Specifying DPOF Using the camera, you can specify still images before printing them 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.] t [Enter] 2 Select the image using b/B on the control button. 3 Press the center of the control button to add a mark.
Cleaning Cleaning (Advanced Operations) Cleaning the camera and 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 using 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 it following the steps below. Notes • Do not use a spray-type blower as doing so may scatter water droplets inside the camera body.
Cleaning the image sensor Cleaning the image sensor using a blower If further cleaning is needed after using cleaning mode, clean the image sensor using a blower, following the steps below. 1 Perform the cleaning operation described in steps 1 to 4 of “Cleaning the image sensor automatically using the camera’s cleaning mode.” 2 Detach the lens (page 25). 3 Push the V mark on the mirror • Be careful not to touch the surface of the mirror.
Cleaning the image sensor 5 After cleaning is finished, lower the mirror with a finger until it clicks. • Lower the mirror frame back down with a finger. Be careful not to touch the mirror surface. • Lower the mirror down until it locks firmly. 6 Attach the lens and turn the camera off. • Confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens. Notes • After cleaning is finished, confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens.
Troubleshooting/Others Troubleshooting/Others (Advanced Operations) Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. Check the following items. 2 Remove the battery pack and reinsert it after about 1 minute, and turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 170). 4 Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed.
Troubleshooting The power turns off suddenly. • If you do not operate the camera for a certain period of time, the camera reverts to power-saving mode. To cancel power saving, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 164). The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pack. • Only an NP-FM500H battery pack can be used. 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.
Troubleshooting The shutter does not release. Recording takes a long time. • The noise reduction function is turned on (page 159). This is not a malfunction. • You are shooting in RAW mode (page 157). Since RAW data files are large, RAW mode shooting may take time. • The Auto HDR is processing an image (page 130). The same image is shot several times. • The drive mode is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Bracket: Cont.]. Set [Drive Mode] to [Single Shooting] (pages 45, 143).
Troubleshooting The flash does not work. • The flash mode is set to [Autoflash]. If you want to make sure the flash fires each time, set the flash mode to [Fill-flash] (pages 41, 126). The flash takes too long to recharge. • The flash has been fired in quick succession over 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 using the flash is too dark.
Troubleshooting The eyes of the subject are red. • Activate the red eye reduction function (page 57). • 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 screen. • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 10). The image is blurred. The EV scale b B is flashing. • The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera.
Troubleshooting Computers You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera. • Check “Using the camera with your computer” (page 175). Your computer does not recognize your camera. • Check that the camera is turned on. • When the battery level is low, install a charged battery pack (page 19) or use the AC Adaptor (sold separately). • Use the USB cable (supplied) (page 178). • Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly.
Troubleshooting Memory card Cannot insert a memory card. • The insertion direction of the memory card is wrong. Insert it in the correct direction (page 21). Cannot record on a memory card. • The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images (pages 34, 153). • An incompatible memory card is inserted (pages 23, 205). • All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it. Printing Cannot print images. • RAW images cannot be printed.
Troubleshooting Cannot print images with the date. • Using “PlayMemories Home,” you can print images with the date (page 64). • This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the images shot with the camera include information on the recording date, you can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software.
Troubleshooting The camera does not work properly. • Turn off the camera. Remove the battery pack and insert it again. If the camera is warm, remove the battery pack, and allow it to cool down before trying this corrective procedure. • If an AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power plug. Connect the power plug and turn on the camera again. If the camera does not work after performing these steps, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Troubleshooting/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 27, 201). Unable to use memory card. Format? • The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [Enter] to format the memory card.
Warning messages Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool. • The camera has become hot because you have been shooting continuously. Turn the power off. Allow the camera to cool and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again. Recording is unavailable in this movie format. • Set [File Format] to [MP4]. • The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the camera is possible. • Unable to register to the database file.
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. • 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 a strong magnetic field • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera.
Precautions How to prevent moisture condensation When moving the camera from a cold place to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location for about 1 hour. On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or whether the battery pack is charged or discharged.
Precautions Notes on disposal or transfer of the camera For the protection of personal information, perform the following operations when you dispose of or transfer the camera. • [Initialize] t [Reset Default] (page 170) • [Face Registration] t [Delete All] (page 119) On recording/playback • When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, we recommend to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting.
Using your camera abroad — Power sources Notes • 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. Check the color TV system for the country or region where you are using the camera.
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.
Memory cards Notes on using memory cards Notes on the “Memory Stick” media used with the camera The types of “Memory Stick” media that can be used with this camera are as follows. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media functions. 205 Troubleshooting/Others (Advanced Operations) • Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
Memory cards “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media*1*2 “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media*1*2*3 “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media*1*2 Compatible with your camera “Memory Stick Duo” media Not compatible with your camera “Memory Stick” media and “Memory Stick PRO” media Not compatible with your camera *1 This is equipped with the MagicGate function. MagicGate is a copyrighted protection technology that uses encryption technology.
Battery pack/ Battery charger Notes on using the battery pack • Use only an NP-FM500H battery pack. Note that the NP-FM55H, NP-FM50 and NP-FM30 cannot be used. • The displayed battery level may not be correct under certain circumstances. • Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight.
Battery pack/Battery charger Effective use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in low-temperature environments. This means that the time the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places and the speed of continuous shooting slows down. We recommend that you put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in your camera immediately before you start shooting.
License Notes on the License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
Index Index A A (Aperture Priority) ..................92 ADI flash ..................................124 AdobeRGB ...............................160 AE Lock....................................122 AEL ..........................................161 AEL button ...............................161 AEL w/ shutter .........................123 AF area .....................................110 AF Illuminator ..........................111 AF Track. Duration ..................102 AF-A....................................
Index EV scale ....................... 43, 97, 146 Exposure compensation ............. 43 Eye-Fi....................................... 168 Eyepiece cup .............................. 77 Eyepiece sensor.................... 14, 77 Eye-Start AF .............................. 57 D F Date Imprint ............................. 184 Date/Time Setup ........................ 27 Daylight (White Balance) ........ 137 DC IN terminal .......................... 16 Default .....................................
Index Focus Hold Button......................58 Focus indicator .........................107 Focus Magnifier........................116 Focus-lock ................................108 Folder Name .............................166 Folder View ..............................149 For viewfinder (Monitor) ...........80 Format.......................................166 Func. of AEL button.................161 Function button.....................52, 53 In-Camera Guide .......................
Index Macro ................................... 38, 86 Manual Exposure ....................... 96 Manual focus............................ 114 Mass Storage............................ 177 Memory card...................... 21, 205 MENU........................................ 55 Menu .......................................... 55 Metering Mode ........................ 123 MF............................................ 114 Microphone jack ........................ 16 Miniature..................................
Index R RAW .........................................157 RAW+J .....................................157 Rear Sync....................................42 Record Setting ..........................104 Record Setting (Movie) ............104 Recording information display ............................46, 147 Recording movies ...............32, 100 Recover Image DB ...................168 Red Eye Reduction .....................57 Reducing camera shake ..............83 Release w/o Lens ......................
Index Sunset................................... 38, 87 Superior Auto....................... 37, 85 Sweep Panorama.................. 39, 88 Windows .............................. 64, 67 Wireless...................................... 42 Wireless flash ........................... 127 T Z T8 ............................................... 40 Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE .................................... 40, 90 Time zone .................................. 28 Toy Camera..............................
