4-574-924-11(1) Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual “Help Guide” (Web manual) Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. http://rd1.sony.
English Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”) “Help Guide” is an on-line manual. You can read the “Help Guide” on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. URL: http://rd1.sony.net/help/dsc/1540/h_zz/ Viewing the Guide This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide. In-Camera Guide You can use [Custom Key Settings] to assign In-Camera Guide to the desired button.
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 your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. WW136512 (DSC-RX10M2) Serial No. _____________________________ Model No. AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D Serial No. _____________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • 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. [ AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor.
For Customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WW136512 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules.
For Customers in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
[ Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery 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.
Checking the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
Identifying parts A ON/OFF (Power) switch B Shutter button C For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ Playback zoom lever D Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator E Aperture index F Lens G Manual ring • You can zoom using the manual ring when in Auto Focus mode. You can adjust the focus using the manual ring when in Manual Focus mode or Direct Manual Focus mode.
J Memory card slot K Memory card cover L Access lamp L For shooting: AEL (AE lock) button For viewing: (Playback zoom) button M For shooting: Fn (Function) button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button N For shooting: C2 (Custom 2) button For viewing: (Delete) button O (Playback) button A MENU button B Speaker C m (Microphone) jack • When an external microphone is connected, the camera switches from the internal microphone to the external microphone.
C (N Mark) • Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function. • NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology. * For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe.
Inserting the battery pack Battery lock lever 1 Open the cover. the battery pack. 2 Insert • While pressing the battery lock lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery lock lever locks after insertion. • Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera.
Charging the battery pack For customers in the USA and Canada Power cord (Mains lead) For customers in countries/regions other than the USA and Canada Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), 1 Connect using the micro USB cable (supplied). the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Notes • If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF). • The battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the battery is dirty.
x Charging by connecting to a computer The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. Connect the camera to the computer with the camera turned off. To a USB jack Notes • If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period of time.
x Battery life and number of images that can be recorded and played back Battery life Number of images Shooting (still images) Monitor — Approx. 400 images Viewfinder — Approx. 360 images Typical movie shooting Monitor Approx. 65 min. — Viewfinder Approx. 65 min. — Continuous movie shooting Monitor Approx. 130 min. — Viewfinder Approx. 135 min. — Approx. 315 min. Approx.
Notes • The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. • If you use the camera while power is being supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), make sure that the icon ( ) displays on the monitor. • Do not remove the battery pack while power is being supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). If you remove the battery pack, the camera will turn off. • Do not remove the battery pack while the access lamp (page 10) is lit.
x Memory cards that can be used Memory card Memory Stick PRO Duo For still images For movies MP4 AVCHD (Mark2 only) (Mark2 only) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) SD memory card microSD memory card (Mark2 only) (Mark2 only) *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 microSDHC memory card microSDXC memory card — — SDHC memory card SDXC memory card XAVC S — — *2 — *2 *1 SD Speed Class 4: or faster, or UHS Speed Class 1: or faster Memory cards that fulfill all of the following conditions: –
Setting the language and the clock ON/OFF (Power) Control wheel Select items: v/V/b/B Set the numeric value of date and time: v/V/ / Set: z the ON/OFF (Power) switch to ON. 1 Set Language setting screen is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time. • It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. a desired language, then press z on the control 2 Select wheel. Date & Time setting screen is displayed. that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press 3 Check z.
Shooting still images/movies Shutter button W/T (zoom) lever Mode dial : Auto Mode : Movie W: zoom out T: zoom in MOVIE Shooting still images the shutter button halfway down to focus. 1 Press When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z or indicator lights. 2 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Shooting movies the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording. 1 Press • Use the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom scale. 2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Viewing images W: zoom out T: zoom in Control wheel (Playback) C2/ 1 Press the (Delete) Select images: B (next)/b (previous) or turn the control wheel Set: z (Playback) button. x Selecting next/previous image Select an image by pressing B (next)/b (previous) on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Press z in the center of the control wheel to view movies. x Deleting an image 1 Press the C2/ (Delete) button. 2 Select [Delete] with v on the control wheel, then press z.
Introduction of other functions MENU Control dial Fn (Function) Control wheel x Control wheel DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. z (Standard): [Lock-on AF] is assigned to this button in the default setting. x Fn (Function) button Allows you to register 12 functions and recall those functions when shooting. 1 Press the Fn (Function) button. 2 Select the desired function by pressing v/V/b/B on the control wheel. 3 Select the setting value by turning the control wheel.
x Menu Items (Camera Settings) Image Size Selects the size of still images. Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still images. Quality Sets the image quality for still images. Img. Size(Dual Rec) Sets the size of still images shot when recording a movie. Quality(Dual Rec) Sets the image quality for still images shot when recording a movie. File Format Selects the movie file format. Record Setting Selects the size of the recorded movie frame.
ND Filter Sets the function that reduces the amount of light. You can set to a slower shutter speed, reduce the aperture value, etc. Metering Mode Selects the method for measuring brightness. White Balance Adjusts color tones of an image. DRO/Auto HDR Compensates automatically for brightness and contrast. Creative Style Selects the desired image processing. You can also adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness.
Scene Selection Selects pre-set settings to match various scene conditions. High Frame Rate Selects the exposure mode during High Frame Rate shooting to suit your subject or effect. Movie Selects the exposure mode to suit your subject or effect. SteadyShot Sets SteadyShot for shooting still images. Reduces blur from camera shake when shooting while holding the camera. SteadyShot Sets SteadyShot for shooting movies. Color Space Changes the range of reproducible colors. Auto Slow Shut.
Marker Settings Audio Level Display Sets whether or not to display the audio level on the screen. Auto Review Sets auto review to display the captured image after shooting. DISP Button Sets the type of information to be displayed on the monitor or in the viewfinder by pressing DISP on the control wheel. Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color when focusing manually. Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function. Exposure Set.
Reset EV Comp. Sets whether to retain the exposure value set without using the exposure dial, or reset the exposure value to 0 when you turn off the camera. Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the focus. Write Date Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image. Function Menu Set. Customizes the functions displayed when the Fn (Function) button is pressed. Custom Key Settings Assigns a desired function to the button and dial. Zoom Func.
Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct, etc. Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the camera. SSID/PW Reset Resets the SSID and password of smartphone connection. Reset Network Set. Resets all network settings. (Application) Application List Displays the application list. You can select the application you want to use. Introduction Displays instructions on using the application. (Playback) Delete Deletes an image.
Volume Settings Sets the volume for movie playback. Audio signals Sets the operating sound of the camera. Upload Settings Sets the upload function of the camera when using an Eye-Fi card. Tile Menu Sets whether to display the tile menu every time you press the MENU button. Mode Dial Guide Turns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting mode) on or off. Delete confirm. Sets whether Delete or Cancel is preselected in the Delete confirmation screen.
GB 30 Format Formats the memory card. File Number Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still images and movies. Select REC Folder Changes the selected folder for storing still images and movies (MP4). New Folder Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies (MP4). Folder Name Sets the folder format for still images. Recover Image DB Recovers the image database file and enables recording and playback. Display Media Info.
Using software Installing the following software to your computer will make your camera experience more convenient. • PlayMemories Home™: Imports images to your computer and lets you use them in different ways (page 32). • Image Data Converter: Displays RAW images and processes them. • Remote Camera Control: Controls a camera connected to your computer via a USB cable. You can download and install this software to your computer from the following URLs.
Importing images to your computer and using them (PlayMemories Home) The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required for importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to your computer. http://www.sony.
Adding functions to the camera You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps™) via the Internet. http://www.sony.net/pmca/ • After installing an application, you can call up the application by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the N mark on the camera, using the [One-touch(NFC)] function.
(h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity Record Setting 30p 100M/25p 100M 30p 60M/25p 60M 24p 100M* 24p 60M* 60p 50M/50p 50M 30p 50M/25p 50M 24p 50M* 120p 100M/100p 100M 120p 60M/100p 60M 60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX) 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) 60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS) 24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX) 24p 17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH) 1920×1080 60p 28M/ 1920×1080 50p 28M 1920×1080 30p 16M/ 1920×1080 25p 16M 1280×720 30p 6M/ 1280×720 25p 6M 8 GB 64 GB — — — — — — — — — 40 m 55 m 35 m 40 m 55 m 1 h 15 m 2h5m 1 h 15 m 2h5m 2 h 35 m 2 h 35 m 2
Notes on using the camera Functions built into this camera • This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 50p-format movies. Unlike standard recording modes up to now, which record in an interlacing method, this camera records using a progressive method. This increases the resolution, and provides a smoother, more realistic image. Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p format can be played back only on 1080 60p/1080 50p-supported devices. • This camera is compatible with 4K 30p/4K 25p/4K 24p recording.
ZEISS lens The camera is equipped with a ZEISS lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for the camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by ZEISS in accordance with the quality standards of ZEISS in Germany. Notes on the monitor, electronic viewfinder and lens • The monitor and electronic viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, and over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use.
On the overheat protection Depending on the camera and battery temperature, you may be unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera. A message will be displayed on the screen before the power turns off or you can no longer record movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the camera and battery temperature goes down.
Notes on security when using wireless LAN products • Always make sure that you are using a secure wireless LAN to avoid hacking, access by malicious third parties, or other vulnerabilities. • It is important that you set the security settings when using a wireless LAN. • If a security problem arises because no security precautions are in place or due to any inevitable circumstances when using a wireless LAN, Sony bears no responsibility for the loss or damage.
Specifications Camera [System] Image device: 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm (1.0 type) CMOS sensor Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 20.2 Megapixels Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 21.0 Megapixels Lens: ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T 8.3× zoom lens f = 8.8 mm – 73.3 mm (24 mm – 200 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F2.
[Monitor] [Wireless LAN] LCD monitor: 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive Total number of dots: 1 228 800 dots Supported standard: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency: 2.4 GHz Supported security protocols: WEP/ WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Configuration method: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) / manual Access method: Infrastructure Mode NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant [Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50, 7.2 V AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D, 5V Power consumption: Approx. 2.
Trademarks • Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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