4-572-610-12(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/1515/h_zz/ Viewing the Guide This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide. Fn (Function) MENU / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) In-Camera Guide The camera displays explanations for MENU/Fn (Function) items and the setting values.
Owner’s Record Record the model and serial number (which are located on the product) in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSCSerial No. _____________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
[ AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the apparatus. [ Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
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.: WW247506, DSC-HX80, WW220188 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’s licence-exempt RSSs. 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.
For Customers in Singapore For Customers in U.A.E.
Checking the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • Camera (1) • Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1 (1) • Micro USB Cable (1) • AC Adaptor (1) • Power Cord (mains lead) (supplied in some countries/regions) (1) • Wrist Strap (1) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) • Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) This guide explains the functions that require a Wi-Fi connection.
Identifying parts DSC-HX90V/HX90/HX80 • When using the flash, slide the (Flash pop-up) switch. If not using the flash, press it down manually.
K Hook for strap L Control wheel M (Playback) button N / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button A Microphone B (Flash pop-up) switch C Monitor • You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot a low-angle image or shoot a selfportrait while observing the monitor. D Eye sensor E For shooting: Fn (Function) button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button F MOVIE (Movie) button G MENU button H Charge lamp I Multi/Micro USB Terminal GB • Supports Micro USB compatible device.
DSC-WX500 G (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.
D For shooting: Fn (Function) button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button E MOVIE (Movie) button F MENU button G Charge lamp H Multi/Micro USB Terminal • Supports Micro USB compatible device. I Wi-Fi antenna (built-in) J Hook for strap K Control wheel L (Playback) button M / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button A Battery lock lever B Battery insertion slot C Tripod socket hole • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
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 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). 2 Connect The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts. • Turn off the camera while charging the battery.
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 • If you connect the camera to a computer when the power is turned on, although the battery will not charge, the camera will be powered by the computer, which allows you to import images to the computer without worrying about the battery running out.
x Battery life and number of images that can be recorded and played back DSC-HX90V/HX90/HX80: Battery life Number of images Shooting (still images) Monitor — Approx. 390 images Viewfinder — Approx. 360 images Typical movie shooting Monitor Approx. 70 min. — Viewfinder Approx. 75 min. — Monitor Approx. 105 min. — Viewfinder Approx. 115 min. — Approx. 290 min. Approx.
• The numbers of minutes for movie shooting are based on the CIPA standard, and are for shooting under the following conditions: –[ Record Setting]: 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) – Typical movie shooting: Battery life based on repeatedly starting/stopping shooting, zooming, turning on/off, etc. – Continuous movie shooting: Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the limit (29 minutes) has been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE button again. Other functions, such as zooming, are not operated.
x Memory cards that can be used Memory card Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card microSD memory card microSDHC memory card microSDXC memory card For still images MP4 For movies AVCHD (Mark2 only) XAVC S — — (Mark2 only) *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 — — *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: – Capacity of 64 GB or more – SD
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) button. 1 Press 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 W: zoom out T: zoom in : Intelligent Auto : Movie 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 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) / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) Select images: B (next)/b (previous) or turn the control wheel Set: z 1 Press the (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 / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button.
Introduction of other functions Control ring (DSC-HX90V/HX90 only) MENU Fn (Function) Control wheel x Control wheel DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. (Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracket shooting. / (Exposure Comp./Photo Creativity): Allows you to adjust image brightness./Allows you to operate the camera intuitively and shoot creative images easily.
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. Panorama: Size Selects the size of panoramic images. Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images. File Format Selects the movie file format. Record Setting Selects the size of the recorded movie frame. Drive Mode Sets the drive mode, such as for continuous shooting.
Creative Style (DSC-HX90V/HX90/ HX80 only) Picture Effect Selects the desired image processing. You can also adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness. Selects the desired effect filter to achieve a more impressive and artistic expression. Focus Magnifier (DSC-HX90V/HX90 only) Enlarges the image before shooting so that you can check the focus. High ISO NR (DSC-HX90V/HX90/ HX80 only) Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shooting.
Memory recall Selects a setting registered in advance when the mode dial is set to MR (Memory recall). Memory Registers the desired modes or camera settings. (Custom Settings) Zebra Displays stripes to adjust brightness. MF Assist (DSC-HX90V/HX90 only) Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. Focus Magnif. Time (DSC-HX90V/HX90 only) Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form. Grid Line GB 26 Sets a grid line display to enable alignment to a structural outline.
FINDER/MONITOR (DSC-HX90V/HX90/ HX80 only) Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder and monitor. Release w/o Card Sets whether to release the shutter when a memory card is not inserted. Self-portrait/ -timer Sets whether to use a 3-second delay self-timer when the screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees. 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.
Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. 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.
Specify Printing Adds a print order mark to a still image. Beauty Effect Retouches a person’s face on a still image and saves the retouched image as a new image. (Setup) Monitor Brightness Sets the monitor brightness. Viewfinder Bright. (DSC-HX90V/HX90/ HX80 only) Sets the brightness of the electronic viewfinder. Finder Color Temp. (DSC-HX90V/HX90/ HX80 only) Sets the color temperature of the viewfinder. Volume Settings Sets the volume for movie playback.
HDMI Settings Sets the HDMI settings. USB Connection Sets the USB connection method. USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting the functions of the USB connection. Set to [Multi] in normal conditions and to [Single] only when the connection between the camera and a computer or AV component cannot be established. USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power using a USB connection. Language GB 30 Selects the language. Date/Time Setup Sets date and time, and daylight savings.
Features of 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.
x System requirements You can find the system requirements for the software at the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ x Installing PlayMemories Home on a computer the Internet browser on your computer, go to the 1 Using following URL, and then install PlayMemories Home. http://www.sony.net/pm/ • For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ • When installation is complete, PlayMemories Home starts.
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.
x Movies The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera.
Notes on using the camera Functions built into this camera • This manual describes each of the functions of GPS function compatible/ incompatible devices,1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. – To determine whether your camera supports the GPS function, check the model name of your camera.
Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near a location that generates strong radio waves, emits radiation or is strongly magnetic place.
Notes on shooting with the viewfinder (DSC-HX90V/HX90/HX80 only) This camera is equipped with an Organic Electro-Luminescence viewfinder with high resolution and high contrast. The camera is designed to provide an easily viewable viewfinder by appropriately balancing various elements. • The image may be slightly distorted near the corners of the viewfinder. This is not a malfunction. When you want to check every detail of the entire composition, you can also use the monitor.
No guarantee in the case of damaged content or recording failures Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded images or audio data due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth.
Specifications Camera [System] Image device: 7.82 mm (1/2.3 type) Exmor R™ CMOS sensor Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 18.2 Megapixels Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 21.1 Megapixels Lens: ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T 30× zoom lens f = 4.1 mm – 123 mm (24 mm – 720 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.5 (W) – F6.4 (T) While shooting movies (16:9): 26.5 mm – 795 mm*1 While shooting movies (4:3): 32.
GB 40 [Power, general] [Wireless LAN] Power: Rechargeable battery pack, 3.6 V AC Adaptor, 5 V Power consumption: DSC-HX90V/HX90/HX80: Approx. 1.4 W (during shooting with the monitor) Approx. 1.5 W (during shooting with the viewfinder) DSC-WX500: Approx. 1.4 W (during shooting) Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions (CIPA compliant) (Approx.): DSC-HX90V/HX90/HX80: 102.0 mm × 58.1 mm × 35.
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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