4-420-752-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Instruction Manual A-mount Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Functions list Viewing images on a computer Others Index SLT-A37
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. SLT-A37 Serial No. __________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
Table of Contents Notes on using your camera .............................................. 8 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ............................................ 10 Identifying parts ............................................................... 11 Charging the battery pack ................................................ 17 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) .....................................................................................
Using the playback functions Enlarging images ............................................................. 47 Switching to the display of the image list ....................... 48 Viewing images on a TV screen ...................................... 49 Functions list Functions that can be operated with the buttons/switch ..................................................................................... 50 Selecting a function with the Fn (Function) button .........
Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure Back up recommendation • This camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects: the LCD screen mode using the LCD screen, and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder. • The recorded image may be different from the image you monitored before recording. To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to other medium.
Notes on using your camera temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot. • The surface of the camera may get warm. This is not a malfunction. Notes on importing AVCHD movies to a computer When importing AVCHD movies to a computer, for Windows computers, use the “PlayMemories Home” software on the CD-ROM (supplied). Notes when playing movies on other devices • This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording.
Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera (page 9). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Common accessories • Camera (1) • BC-VW1 Battery charger (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) * Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Front side Preparing the camera A Shutter button (29) B Power switch (25) C Control dial D Self-timer lamp (43) E Lens contacts* F Mirror* G Preview button (50) H Mount I Built-in flash* (39) J Microphone** L (Flash pop-up) button (39, 50) M Mounting index (22) N Lens release button (23) O Focus mode switch (50) * Do not directly touch these parts. ** Do not cover this part during movie recording.
Identifying parts Rear side A Eyecup WB (White balance) (50)/ (Drive) (43, 50)/ISO (50) B Viewfinder* • When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and when you take your face away from the viewfinder, the screen mode returns to the LCD screen mode.
Identifying parts Top side Preparing the camera A Auto-lock Accessory shoe B MENU button (54) C Microphone* D FINDER/LCD button (50) E Speaker F Image sensor position mark button (47)/ button (48) (Image index) J MOVIE button (31, 50) * Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.
Identifying parts Sides/Bottom A REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RML1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the camera, insert the plug of the Remote Commander into the REMOTE terminal, aligning the guide of the plug with the guide of the REMOTE terminal. Make sure that the cord of the Remote Commander faces forward. B Hooks for shoulder strap • Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.
Identifying parts I Connection plate cover Preparing the camera • For using the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) Be careful not to catch the cord of the AC Adaptor in the cover when you close the cover.
Identifying parts Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A37K/A37Y) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts F Focusing mode switch G Mounting index DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A37Y) H Lens hood index I Zoom lock switch DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A37M) 16 • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM/DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.
Charging the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack onto the battery charger. Push the battery pack until it clicks. 17 Preparing the camera When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. The battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not use it.
Charging the battery pack 2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). For the U.S.A and Canada Plug Light on: Charging Light off: Charge completed Charging time About 250 minutes • When charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C CHARGE lamp (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) While sliding the cover open lever, open the cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. Preparing the camera 1 Lock lever 3 Insert a memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. 4 Close the cover.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera. Slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow 10 seconds after turning off the camera, then remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is not lit, then open the cover, and push the memory card once.
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) Note • Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card.
Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. • When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. 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 • Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for the zoom or focus adjustment. To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. 2 Attach the caps to the front and rear of the lens and the body cap to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. • A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit.
Attaching a lens • When storing, turn over the lens hood and place it onto the lens backwards. Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor.
Turning the camera on and setting the clock When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. Preparing the camera The screen used for setting date and time appears. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on the LCD screen, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select your area with b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button.
Turning the camera on and setting the clock 5 Repeat step 4 to set other items, then press the center of the control button. 6 Verify 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 up the date/time again When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears automatically. The next time, set up the date and time from the menu.
Before shooting Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment) • If you cannot see the entire screen in the viewfinder, you can change the scale of the viewfinder screen (page 56). Note • The dioptic adjustment attachment (sold separately) cannot be used with this camera. Holding the camera properly Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the camera from moving.
Before shooting Point 3 Lightly tuck your elbows against your body. When shooting in a kneeling position, steady your upper body by placing your elbow on your knee.
Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images The “Intelligent Auto” mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. Select when shooting in a location where the use of a flash is restricted. 1 Set the mode dial to (Flash Off). or or Hold the camera, monitoring your shot with 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. Focus indicator 6 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. • When the camera detects and shoots a face with [Auto Port. Framing] set to [Auto], the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable composition. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved (page 52).
Recording movies 1 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. MOVIE button 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. You can disable sound recording by setting [Audio Recording] to [Off] (page 55). • The continuous recording time of a movie may be shorter, depending on the ambient temperature or the status of the camera. See “Notes on continuous movie recording.
Playing back images 1 Press the button. button 2 MENU button t desired mode 1 t [View Mode] t Select the • To play back still images, select [Folder View(Still)], and to play back movies, select [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View] according to the file format. 3 Select an image with 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, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand. Note • Protected images cannot be deleted. Deleting the image that is currently displayed 2 Display the image you want to delete and press the button. button Select [Delete] with v on the control button, then press the center of the control button.
Shooting images to suit your subject Adjusting the angle of the LCD screen Adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle.
Shooting with the various shooting modes Set the mode dial to the desired mode. The following shooting modes are provided with the camera: (Intelligent The “Intelligent Auto” mode allows you to easily shoot any Auto)/ (Flash Off) subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. Select “Flash Off” when you want to shoot without the flash.
Shooting with the various shooting modes Superior Auto 1 Set the mode dial to (Superior Auto). 2 Point the camera towards the Recognized scene mode mark subject. When the camera recognizes and adjusts for shooting conditions, the following information is indicated: recognized scene mode mark, appropriate shooting function, the number of images to be shot. Shooting function Number of images to be shot 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Shooting with the various shooting modes 2 Select the desired mode with 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. Expresses skin tones softly. (Sports Action) Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still.
Shooting with the various shooting modes 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. This part will not be taken 3 Press the shutter button fully down. 4 Pan or tilt the camera to the end, following the guidance on the screen. Guidance bar Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE 1 Set the mode dial to (Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE). 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subjects.
Using the shooting functions Using the flash In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject. 1 Fn button t (Flash Mode) t Select the desired setting • For further information on the flash modes available for each shooting mode, see page 73. 2 Press the button. button Using the shooting functions The flash pops up.
Using the flash (Flash Off) Does not fire even the built-in flash pops up. • You cannot select this item when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M. However, the flash will not be fired if it is not pulled up. (Autoflash) Fires if it is dark or against light. (Fill-flash) 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 brightness of the image Except for exposure mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic exposure). Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic exposure, you can perform exposure compensation. You can make the entire image brighter by shifting to the + side. The entire image becomes darker when you shift it to the – side (Exposure compensation). 1 Press the button. 2 Adjust the exposure with the The LCD screen after the exposure is adjusted.
Adjusting the brightness of the image Note • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Intelligent Auto, Superior Auto, or Scene Selection.
Selecting the drive mode You can use an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes, such as single-shot advanced, continuous advanced, or bracket. on the control button t Select the desired mode (Single Shooting) This mode is for normal shooting. (Cont. Shooting) The camera records the images continuously. (Self-timer) Cont.) You can shoot 3 images, each with different degrees of exposure. (Single Bracket) 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 select the available displays in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen separately. Graphic Display Display All Info. No Disp. Info. Graphic Display The 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:16M 4912 × 3264 pixels M:8.4M 3568 × 2368 pixels For prints up to A4 size S:4.0M 2448 × 1624 pixels For prints up to L/2L size For prints up to A3+ size [Aspect Ratio]: [16:9] Image size Usage guidelines 4912 × 2760 pixels M:7.1M 3568 × 2000 pixels S:3.
Setting image size [3D Pan.
Using the playback functions Enlarging images A still image can be enlarged for closer examination. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded image. 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press the button. button 2 Zoom the image in or out with the button or button. • Rotating the control dial switches the image at the same display magnification. When you shoot multiple images with the same composition, you can compare their focus conditions. control button.
Switching to the display of the image list 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 when you select the desired image.
Viewing images on a TV screen To view images recorded on the camera on a TV set, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. 1 Turn off both your camera and the TV, and connect the camera to the TV. 1 To the HDMI connector HDMI cable (sold separately) 2 To the HDMI mini terminal 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input. • See also the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Using the playback functions 3 Turn on the camera, and press the button.
Functions list Functions that can be operated with the buttons/switch You can set up or operate various functions with these buttons/switch. For the location of the buttons/switch, see “Identifying parts” (page 11). button Pops the flash up. button/AV button/ button/ button Compensates the exposure./Sets up the aperture value./ Displays multiple images on the screen simultaneously./ Scales down an image that has been scaled up when viewing images.
Selecting a function with the Fn (Function) button This button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shooting. 1 Press the Fn button. 2 Select the desired item with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z to execute. The setup screen appears. 3 Following the operation guide, select and execute the desired function.
Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) button The functions that can be selected with the Fn button are as follows: Scene Selection Selects an appropriate mode from among the Scene Selection preset settings to suit shooting conditions. (Portrait/Sports Action/Macro/Landscape/Sunset/Night Scene/Hand-held Twilight/Night Portrait) Movie Selects the exposure mode to suit your subject or your effect and records movies. (P/A/S/M) Drive Mode Sets the drive mode such as continuous shooting.
Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) button White Balance 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 Compensates for the brightness and contrast automatically. (Off/D-RangeOptimizer/Auto HDR) Creative Style Selects your desired image processing.
The functions selected with the MENU button You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. Press the MENU button, then set up the desired item with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button. Select a page of the menu Select an item on the menu Still shooting menu Image Size Selects the size of still images. (L:16M/M:8.4M/S:4.0M (When [Aspect Ratio] is set to 3:2) L:14M/M:7.1M/S:3.
The functions selected with the MENU button Digital Zoom Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear Image Zoom. This feature can be also available in movie recording. (On/Off) Long Exposure NR Sets noise reduction processing for shots in which shutter speed will be 1 second or longer. (On/Off) High ISO NR Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shooting. (High/Normal/Low) Flash control Sets the method for determining the intensity of flash output.
The functions selected with the MENU button Custom menu Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use auto focus when you look through the viewfinder. (On/Off) FINDER/LCD Setting Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder and LCD screen. (Auto/Manual) Viewfinder Magnifi. Changes the screen size in the viewfinder. If you cannot see the entire screen in the viewfinder, set it to [Standard]. (Maximum/Standard) Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash use.
The functions selected with the MENU button Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus mode. (High/Mid/Low/Off) Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function. (Red/Yellow/White) Live View Display Sets whether or not 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 Assigns the desired function to the AEL button. (Exposure Comp.
The functions selected with the MENU button Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion on the screen caused by the lens attached. (Auto/Off) Front Curtain Shutter Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter function. (On/Off) Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the focus.
The functions selected with the MENU button Memory Card Tool menu Format Formats the memory card. File Number Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still images and MP4 movies. (Series/Reset) Folder Name Sets the folder format for still images. (Standard Form/Date Form) Select REC Folder Changes the selected folder for storing still images and MP4 movies. New Folder Creates a new folder for storing still images and MP4 movies.
The functions selected with the MENU button HDMI Resolution Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI TV. (Auto/1080p/1080i) CTRL FOR HDMI Operates the camera from a TV that support “BRAVIA” Sync. (On/Off) Upload Settings* Sets the upload function of the camera when using an Eye-Fi card. (On/Off) USB Connection Sets the USB connection method. (Auto/Mass Storage/MTP) Audio signals Sets whether or not to use the beep sound when the focus is achieved or the self-timer is working.
Using the guide function of the camera In-Camera Guide When you press the (In-Camera Guide) button on the Fn screen or menu screen, a guide in accordance with the currently selected function or setting appears automatically. Select unavailable functions or settings on the Fn screen, then press the center of the control button, the appropriate setup is indicated in order to enable them.
Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • “Image Data Converter” You can open RAW format image files. • “PlayMemories Home” 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. For detailed notes on installation, also see page 64.
Using with your computer Recommended computer environment (Mac) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 – 10.7 “Image Data Converter Ver.4”: Mac OS X v10.5, 10.6 (Snow Leopard), 10.7 (Lion) “Image Data Converter Ver.4” CPU: Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or faster Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended.
Using the software Installing the software (Windows) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (PMHOME) t [Install.exe]. • If the AutoPlay screen appears, select “Run Install.exe” and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Connect the camera to the computer. 3 Click [Install].
Using the software Installing the software (Mac) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your Mac computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon. 3 Copy the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the [MAC] folder to the hard disk icon. 4 Double-click the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the copy-to folder. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Using “Image Data Converter” “Image Data Converter” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.
Using the software Using “PlayMemories Home” With “PlayMemories Home” you can do the following, etc.: • To set images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • To organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. • To retouch (red-eye reduction, etc.), print, send still images as e-mail attachments, and change the shooting date. • To print or save still images with the date. • To create Blu-ray discs or DVD discs from AVCHD movies imported to a computer.
Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies You can create a disc from AVCHD movies that have been recorded with this camera. Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. Select the method that suits your disc player. Here, 2 ways of creating a disc of movies are described; creating a disc with a computer using “PlayMemories Home” or creating a disc with devices other than a computer such as a recorder.
Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies For details on the method for creating a disc using “PlayMemories Home,” see “PlayMemories Home Help Guide.” Notes • To create Blu-ray discs with “PlayMemories Home,” you have to install proprietary add-on software. For details, access following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ • The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
Others List of icons on the screen Graphic Display (LCD screen) A Display Indication Exposure mode (35) PAS M Display All Info. (LCD screen) Scene Recognition icons (29, 36) Memory card (19)/ Upload (59) 100 For playback (Basic information display) Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images (54) 3D Sweep Panorama (37) Image quality of still images (54) Frame rate of movies (55) 69 Others 16M 8.4M Image size of still images 4.0M 14M (45) 7.1M 3.
List of icons on the screen Display Indication C Image size of movies (55) Display Indication REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Flash charge in progress (39) z Focus (30) 1/250 Shutter speed (35) Setting Effect OFF (56) F3.5 Aperture (35) 100% Remaining battery (20) No audio recording of movies (55) EV scale (41) (Only for viewfinder) SteadyShot/Camera shake warning (54, 55) +3.
List of icons on the screen Display Indication Face Detection (52)/ Smile Shutter (52) Auto Portrait Framing (52) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator (52) E Display Indication Metering mode (52) Flash compensation (52) AWB White balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) (50) 7500K A5 G5 D-Range Optimizer (52)/ Auto HDR (52) Others +3 +3 +3 Creative Style (52)/ Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness Picture Effect (52) 71
Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (29) (29) (36) Exposure Comp. (41) Cont. Self-timer Shooting (43) (43) Auto Port.
Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, indicates the function selectable. – indicates the function not selectable. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (Flash Off) (Fill(Autoflash) flash) (29) (29) – – (36) (36) – (Slow (Rear Sync.) Sync.
Learning more about the camera (α Handbook) “α Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Click [Handbook]. 3 Click [Install]. 4 Start “α Handbook” from the shortcut on the desktop. For Mac users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time Once you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to ON, the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the screen. Notes • When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in the current memory card (pages 33, 58).
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time The number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use. LCD screen mode Approx. 500 images Viewfinder mode Approx.
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity Record Setting 60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX) 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3h 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) 10 m 30 m 1h 2h 4h5m 24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX) 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3h 24p 17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH) 10 m 30 m 1h 2h 4h5m 1440×1080 12M VGA 3M 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 45 m 5 h 30 m 1 h 10 m 2 h 25 m 4 h 55 m 10 h 20 h 5 m Notes • The recordable time of
Checking the number of recordable images/recording time following values indicate the continuous time from when the camera starts recording until the camera stops recording.) Ambient temperature Continuous recording time for movies 20°C (68°F) About 29 minutes 30°C (86°F) About 29 minutes 40°C (104°F) About 26 minutes • The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or condition of the camera before you start recording.
Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens A-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format 23.5 mm×15.6 mm (APS-C format) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor Approx. 16 500 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 16 100 000 pixels [SteadyShot] For still images System: Image sensor-shift mechanism Effect: Approx. 2.5 EV to 4.
Specifications Frame coverage 100% Magnification When [Viewfinder Magnifi.] is set to [Maximum]: 1.19× with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m–1 (diopter) When [Viewfinder Magnifi.] is set to [Standard]: 1.09× with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m–1 (diopter) Eye Point When [Viewfinder Magnifi.] is set to [Maximum]: Approximately 17 mm from the eyepiece, 16 mm from the eyepiece frame (at –1 m–1) When [Viewfinder Magnifi.
Specifications Flash coverage Covering 18 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates) Flash compensation ±2.0 EV (1/3 EV step) Flash range ISO setting Aperture F2.8 F4.0 F5.6 100 1 m – 3.6 m (3.3 feet – 11.8 feet) 1 m – 2.5 m (3.3 feet – 8.2 feet) 1 m – 1.8 m (3.3 feet – 5.9 feet) 200 1 m – 5 m (3.3 feet – 16.4 feet) 1 m – 3.6 m (3.3 feet – 11.8 feet) 1 m – 2.5 m (3.3 feet – 8.2 feet) 400 1.4 m – 7.1 1 m – 5 m m (4.6 feet – (3.3 feet – 23.3 feet) 16.4 feet) 800 2 m – 10 m (6.6 feet – 32.
Specifications Movie (AVCHD format) AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch, equipped with Dolby Digital Stereo Creator • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Movie (MP4 format) Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch [Recording media] “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, SD card [Input/output terminals] USB miniB, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) HDMI HDMI minijack Mic Terminal 3.
Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Battery charger/Battery BC-VW1 Battery charger Input rating 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 4.2 W Output rating 8.4 V DC, 0.28 A Operating temperature range 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature range –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Maximum dimensions Approx. 63 mm × 95 mm × 32 mm (2 1/2 inches × 3 3/4 inches × 1 5/16 inches) (W/H/D) Mass Approx.
Specifications Name (Model name) DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL1855) DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL18135) Minimum focus** (m (feet)) 0.25 (0.82) 0.95 (3.2) 0.45 (1.48) 0.34 0.29 0.25 f/22-36 f/32-45 f/22-36 55 55 62 Dimensions (maximum diameter × height) (approx., mm (in.)) 69.5×69 (2 3/4 × 2 3/4) 71.5×85 (2 7/8 × 3 3/8) 76×86 (3 × 3 1/2) Mass (approx., g (oz.
Specifications • Intel, Intel Core, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD3C, LLC. • Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi Inc. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. • “ ” and “PlayStation” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • Adobe is a registered trademark or a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Specifications Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available.
Index Index Numerics 3D .......................................................37 A AE Lock .............................................50 AEL button .........................................50 AF area ...............................................52 AF illuminator ....................................55 Aperture Priority.................................35 Area Setting ........................................26 Aspect ratio.........................................54 Audio signals.........................
Index LCD screen .................................. 34, 69 Lens.............................................. 16, 22 Lens Compensation............................ 57 Remote Commander .......................... 14 Reset................................................... 60 Rotate ................................................. 50 M S Macro ................................................. 36 Manual Exposure ............................... 35 Manual focus......................................
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