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Table Of Contents Before Use......................................................................................................................................1 How to use this User Guide..............................................................................................19 Selecting a topic to display...................................................................................19 Searching a topic by keyword...............................................................................
Flash Mode.......................................................................................................................90 Focus Mode......................................................................................................................91 Autofocus Area.................................................................................................................92 Using Flexible Spot...............................................................................................
SteadyShot.....................................................................................................................132 Audio Recording.............................................................................................................133 Wind Noise Reduct.........................................................................................................134 Movie..........................................................................................................................
Playback menu items that cannot be set in View Mode......................................171 Changing settings...........................................................................................................................7 Changing camera settings..............................................................................................172 Memory Card Tool menu....................................................................................................7 Format..........................
Starting “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) ............................................207 Accessing to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” ( Windows)................................................................................................207 Software for Mac.................................................................................................208 “Image Data Converter” .....................................................................................209 Installing “Image Data Converter” ........
On operating temperatures.....................................................................234 On moisture condensation......................................................................234 Functions built into this camera...............................................................234 What is 1080 60p/50p?...........................................................................234 On image data compatibility....................................................................
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use Before Use Before Use Shooting How to use this User Guide Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings How to use this User Guide Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen Names of parts List of icons displayed on the screen Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Using the strap Using the wrist strap Using the shoulder strap (sold separately) Using the control wheel
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting Before Use Shooting Shooting Shooting still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Shooting still images Zoom (Still images) Shooting movies Changing settings Shooting movies Viewing images on a TV Zoom (Movies) Using with your computer Printing Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Setting REC mode List of mode dial functions Intelligent Auto Troubleshooting Precautions/About this
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing Before Use Viewing Shooting Viewing still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing still images Playback zoom Image Index Deleting images Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Deleting images Viewing movies Viewing movies Viewing panoramic images Troubleshooting Scrolling panoramic images for display Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copy
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting Using MENU items (Shooting) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Using MENU items (Shooting) Still shooting menu Image Size Changing settings Aspect Ratio Viewing images on a TV Quality Using with your computer Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction Printing Drive Mode Troubleshooting Flash Mode Precautions/About this camera Contents list
Audio Recording Wind Noise Reduct. Movie Movie shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Custom menu Red Eye Reduction Grid Line Auto Review DISP Button(Monitor) Peaking Level Peaking Color Control Ring Control Ring Display Function Button Func. of Center Button Func. of Left Button Func. of Right Button MF Assist Focus Magnif.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) Before Use Using MENU items (Viewing) Shooting Using MENU items (Viewing) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Using MENU items (Viewing) Playback menu Still/Movie Select Changing settings Delete Viewing images on a TV Slide Show Using with your computer Image Index 3D Viewing Printing Protect Troubleshooting Specify Printing Precautions/About this camera Contents list Picture Effect
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings Before Use Changing settings Shooting Changing settings Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing camera settings Memory Card Tool menu Format Changing settings File Number Viewing images on a TV Select REC Folder Using with your computer New Folder Recover Image DB Display Card Space Printing Troubleshooting Clock setup menu Precautions/About this camera Contents list Date/Time Setup Area
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV Before Use Viewing images on a TV Shooting Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing images on a TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer Before Use Using with your computer Shooting Recommended computer environment Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Recommended computer environment Using the software “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Changing settings Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Viewing images on a TV Software for Mac Using with your computer Printing “Image Data Converter” Installing “Image Data Converter” Importi
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Printing Before Use Printing Shooting Printing still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Printing still images Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 10
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting Before Use Troubleshooting Shooting If you have problems Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) If you have problems Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Changing settings Shooting still images/movies Viewing images on a TV Viewing images Using with your computer Computers Memory card Printing Printing Troubleshooting Others Precautions/About this camera Contents list Warning indicators and mes
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera Before Use Precautions/About this camera Shooting Precautions Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Precautions On the internal rechargeable backup battery Using MENU items (Viewing) Battery pack Changing settings Charging the battery pack Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Memory card On cleaning On cleaning Number of still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Trouble
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Contents list Before Use Contents list Shooting Viewing Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Names of parts List of icons displayed on the screen Using the strap Printing Using the wrist strap Troubleshooting Using the shoulder strap (sold
Using shooting functions Tracking focus DISP (Display Contents) Flash Mode Exposure Comp.
Picture Effect Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Long Exposure NR High ISO NR AF Illuminator SteadyShot Color Space Shooting Tip List Write Date Scene Selection Memory recall Memory Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Movie shooting menu File Format Record Setting Image Size(Dual Rec) SteadyShot Audio Recording Wind Noise Reduct.
Still/Movie Select Delete Slide Show Image Index 3D Viewing Protect Specify Printing Picture Effect Volume Settings Playback Display Playback menu items that cannot be set in View Mode Back to top Changing settings Changing settings Changing camera settings Memory Card Tool menu Format File Number Select REC Folder New Folder Recover Image DB Display Card Space Clock setup menu Date/Time Setup Area Setting Setup menu Menu start Mode Dial Guide LCD Brightness Power Saving Start Time HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR
Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to top Using with your computer Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment Using the software “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Software for Mac “Image Data Converter” Installing “Image Data Converter” Importing images t
Messages Situations this camera has difficulty handling Situations this camera has difficulty handling Back to top Precautions/About this camera Precautions Precautions On the internal rechargeable backup battery Battery pack Charging the battery pack Memory card On cleaning On cleaning Number of still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Recordable time of movies Using the camera abroad Using the camera abroad On TV color systems About this camera Carl Zeiss lens AVCHD format Licens
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide Before Use How to use this User Guide Shooting Viewing Selecting a topic to display Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page Printing out a page Marks and notations used in this User Guide Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting This User Guide explains how
Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button. Returning to a previous page Use the browser’s back button to return to a previously viewed page, or use the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to display the desired page.
Marks and notations used in this User Guide In this User Guide, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows ( ) (A). Operate the camera in the order indicated. Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camera is in its default settings. . The default setting is indicated by indicates information that is useful to know.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > Names of parts Before Use Names of parts Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Shutter button Mode dial For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: Index/Playback zoom lever Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF
Light sensor LCD screen Fn (Function) button MOVIE (Movie) button Micro USB connector MENU button Control wheel (Playback) button / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button Battery insertion slot Battery eject lever Tripod socket hole Access lamp Memory card slot HDMI micro jack Battery/Memory card cover Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 23
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > List of icons displayed on the screen Before Use Shooting List of icons displayed on the screen Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings List of shooting mode icons List of viewing mode icons Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate camera status. on the control wheel.
Overlay icon Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator Does not record sound during movie recording Wind Noise Reduction SteadyShot SteadyShot warning Drop sensor off Write Date Control Ring function Control wheel function Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Buffer writing CAPTURE Importing still images Still image recording unavailable Spot metering circle C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display Level Display Indication Drive Mode Metering Mode Flash Mode/R
Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Display Indication Tracking focus Tracking focus guide REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Focus status 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value ±0.0 Metered manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation ISO400 ISO number AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram List of viewing mode icons Display Indication Memory card/Upload View Mode 100-0003 Folder-file number Aspect ratio of still images 20M/18M/17M/13M/10M/7.5M/6.5M/5.0M/4.
Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Recording mode of movies File Format Protect Print order (DPOF) Battery charge remaining Low battery warning Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error Auto Port. Framing image Display Indication Picture Effect error Auto HDR image error 1/250 Shutter speed F3.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the strap > Using the wrist strap Before Use Using the wrist strap Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the strap > Using the shoulder strap (sold separately) Before Use Using the shoulder strap (sold separately) Shooting Viewing Use the shoulder strap adapters (supplied) for attaching the shoulder strap (sold separately). Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Attach the shoulder strap adapters to the hook for strap (two places). Using MENU items (Viewing) 2. Attach the shoulder strap (sold separately) to the shoulder strap adapters.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the control wheel > Using the control wheel Before Use Using the control wheel Shooting Viewing Moving the selection frame on the MENU screen, etc.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the In-Camera Guide > In-Camera Guide Before Use In-Camera Guide Shooting Viewing 1. Press the MENU button. Using MENU items (Shooting) 2. Select the desired MENU item using Using MENU items (Viewing) 3. Press the / (In-Camera Guide) button. The operation guide for the MENU item you have selected in step 2 is displayed. Changing settings / Viewing images on a TV on the control wheel.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the In-Camera Guide > Shooting Tip Before Use Shooting Tip Shooting Viewing The camera displays shooting tips for the shooting mode selected. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press / (In-Camera Guide) button in shooting mode. 2. Select the desired shooting tip using The shooting tip is displayed.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Shooting still images Before Use Shooting still images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto). Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 2. Hold the camera steady as illustrated. Do not cover the flash with your fingers. 3.
Do not cover part (A), shown in the illustration. When using the flash, the flash (B) pops up automatically. If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. [Details] Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Zoom (Still images) Before Use Zoom (Still images) Shooting Viewing Available zoom Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Zoom scale Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 3.6×.
Zooming images B without deterioration [Image Size]: Other than [L] [Clear Image Zoom]: [Off] [Digital Zoom]: [Off] Shooting clear images using [Clear Image Zoom] [Clear Image Zoom]: [On] C (close to the [Digital Zoom]: [Off] original image quality) Zooming to the D maximum zoom range [Clear Image Zoom]: [On] [Digital Zoom]: [On] [Clear Image Zoom] may not be available for some settings. [Details] Zoom scale The supported zoom scales are different depending on the settings or the image size.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Shooting movies Before Use Shooting movies Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto). To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the mode dial to (Movie). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 2.
Related Topic Zoom (Movies) Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Movie File Format Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 38
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Zoom (Movies) Before Use Zoom (Movies) Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 3.6×. Optical zoom allows you to enlarge an image without deteriorating its original quality. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Before Use Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can shoot still images while recording a movie. The camera keeps recording the movie even when you shoot still images. 1. Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording a movie.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > List of mode dial functions Before Use List of mode dial functions Shooting Viewing Set the mode dial to the desired function. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list (Intelligent Auto) Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted automatically.
Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Memory recall Movie Sweep Shooting Scene Selection Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 42
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Intelligent Auto Before Use Intelligent Auto Shooting Viewing Scene Recognition Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Features of Auto shooting modes Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted automatically. 1. Set the mode dial to Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing (Intelligent Auto). 2. Shoot with the shutter button.
REC Mode When to use Use when you want the camera to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot some images continuously. (Intelligent Auto) Use when you shoot images under difficult conditions, such as low light or backlit scenes. (Intelligent Auto) Use when you want to shoot a higher-quality image than in mode. (Superior Auto) Use when you want to shoot using customized shooting settings with the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) adjusted automatically.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Superior Auto Before Use Superior Auto Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV The camera combines Scene Recognition and high-quality image technology to automatically shoot images with the optimal settings. For details on the Scene Recognition function, see “Scene Recognition.” [Details] 1. Set the mode dial to (Superior Auto). 2.
Anti Motion Blur Backlight Correction HDR The camera automatically selects an overlaying mode based on the recognized scene, and (overlay) appears on the screen. Notes When the camera overlays the images, it takes more time to record an image. In low light conditions such as night scenes, set [Flash Mode] to [Flash Off] to achieve the optimal effect of the overlaid images. When [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the camera does not overlay the images.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Program Auto Before Use Program Auto Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1. Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). 2. Shoot with the shutter button.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Aperture Priority Before Use Aperture Priority Shooting Viewing Allows you to adjust the focus range or degree of background defocus. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Set the mode dial to (Aperture Priority). 2. Turn the control wheel to select the aperture (F value).
The brightness of the image displayed on the screen may differ from the actual recorded image.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Shutter Priority Before Use Shutter Priority Shooting Viewing You can shoot still images after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Set the mode dial to (Shutter Priority). 2. Turn the control wheel to select the shutter speed value.
When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of vibration. If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Manual Exposure Before Use Manual Exposure Shooting Viewing BULB Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture value. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press Changing settings Viewing images on a TV (Manual Exposure). on the control wheel to select the shutter speed or aperture (F value).
BULB You can shoot trails with long exposure. [BULB] is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press (Manual Exposure). on the control wheel to select shutter speed. 3. Turn the control wheel counterclockwise until [BULB] is indicated. 4. Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. 5. Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting. As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Memory recall Before Use Memory recall Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or camera settings registered in advance. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press / (Memory recall).
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Movie Before Use Movie Shooting Viewing You can set the shutter speed and aperture value to your desired settings while recording movies. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Select the desired mode on the control wheel. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [Off], the mode selection screen does not appear.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Sweep Shooting Before Use Sweep Shooting Shooting Viewing Allows you to create a panoramic image from composite images. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 1. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Shooting). 2. Align the camera with the end of the subject to be shot and press the shutter button fully.
Horizontal direction First press the shutter button halfway so that you can lock the focus, exposure and white balance. Then press the shutter button fully down and pan or tilt the camera. If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the image composition may fail. In such a case, adjust the frame composition so that the section is in the center of the image, then shoot again.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) (Scene Selection). 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Select the desired mode on the control wheel. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [Off], the mode selection screen does not appear.
Allows you to shoot a flower or other small item from close up. (Macro) Allows you to shoot the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. (Landscape) Allows you to shoot the reds of the sunset or sunrise beautifully. (Sunset) Allows you to shoot night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. (Night Scene) Allows you to shoot night scenes with less noise without using a tripod.
(Fireworks) Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. (High Sensitivity) Notes (Night Scene), (Night Portrait) or (Fireworks) modes, the When you shoot images using shutter speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Functions not available in some REC modes Before Use Functions not available in some REC modes Shooting Viewing Functions available in REC modes Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Functions available in [Scene Selection] In the table below, a check mark indicates a function that can be changed, while — indicates function that cannot
(Sports Action) — (Pet) — (Gourmet) — (Macro) — — (Landscape) — (Sunset) — (Night Scene) (Hand-held Twilight) * — — — (Night Portrait) — (Fireworks) (High Sensitivity) — — — * Smile Shutter cannot be selected.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Tracking focus Before Use Tracking focus Shooting Viewing The camera tracks the subject and adjusts the focus automatically even when the subject is moving. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press on the control wheel. The target frame appears. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 2.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > DISP (Display Contents) Before Use DISP (Display Contents) Shooting Viewing Displaying histogram Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings (Display Contents) on the control wheel, then select a desired mode. 1. Press 1 [DISP Button(Monitor)].
In playback mode Shows recording information. Display Info. Displays the histogram and recording information. Histogram Does not show recording information. No Disp. Info. Graphic display The graphic display shows the shutter speed and the aperture value graphically in the picture, so that you can easily understand the exposure system. The shutter speed indicator bar and the aperture value indicator bar show the current values.
Displaying histogram A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side (A), and a dark image when skewed to the left side (B). 1. Select MENU 1 [DISP Button(Monitor)]. 2. Check [Histogram], then press MENU button. (Display Contents) repeatedly in shooting mode to display histogram. 3. Press Notes The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Flash Mode Before Use Flash Mode Shooting Viewing You can also change [Flash Mode] using MENU. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press (Flash Mode) on the control wheel. 2. Select the desired mode with the control wheel. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV (Flash Off) Using with your computer Flash does not operate.
Flash Mode Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 68
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Exposure Comp. Before Use Exposure Comp. Shooting Viewing You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings 1. Press the / (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel. 2. Select the desired value using the control wheel.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Photo Creativity Before Use Photo Creativity Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) [Photo Creativity] is a mode that allows you to operate the camera intuitively, using unusual screen display. When the shooting mode is set to (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior Auto), you can change the settings easily and shoot images. Changing settings 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Drive Mode Before Use Drive Mode Shooting Viewing Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV You can set a drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. You can select the [Drive Mode] also from MENU. 1. Press / (Drive Mode) on the control wheel. 2.
sides after pressing the shutter button. Notes When [Drive Mode] is set to [Self-timer(Cont)] or [Bracket: Cont.], [Flash Mode] is set to [Flash Off]. When the battery level is low, or a memory card is full, the burst stops. Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer Point the lens at yourself so that the selected number of faces is reflected in the screen. The shutter operates automatically. Do not move your camera after the beep sounds.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Using the Fn (Function) button Before Use Using the Fn (Function) button Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Up to seven frequently-used functions can be registered on the Fn (Function) button. You can recall the functions when shooting images. 1. Press the Fn (Function) button in shooting mode.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Using the Control Ring Before Use Using the Control Ring Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can assign frequently-used functions to the Control Ring and use those functions instantly while shooting.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Viewing still images Before Use Viewing still images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select an image with the control wheel.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Playback zoom Before Use Playback zoom Shooting Viewing Enlarges the image being played back. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2. Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side during still image playback. Changing settings 3. Adjust the position using Viewing images on a TV / / / on the control wheel.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Image Index Before Use Image Index Shooting Viewing Displays multiple images at the same time. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to display the image index screen.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Deleting images > Deleting images Before Use Deleting images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) You can delete the currently displayed image. You can also delete images from the MENU button. [Details] Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the Changing settings 2. / (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing movies > Viewing movies Before Use Viewing movies Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 1 2. MENU [Still/Movie Select] [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View]. To return to still image playback mode, select [Folder View(Still)]. 3. Select a movie with the control wheel. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 4.
Notes You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing panoramic images > Scrolling panoramic images for display Before Use Scrolling panoramic images for display Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can scroll panoramic images by pressing the center button on the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press (Playback) button to display the whole image again.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Using MENU items (Shooting) Before Use Shooting Using MENU items (Shooting) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer You can change the settings for shooting or execute functions. In the “Using MENU items (Shooting)” section, the following MENU items are explained.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Image Size Before Use Image Size Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing [Image Size] determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper.
When [Quality] is set to [RAW], [Image Size] corresponds to L. The image size is not displayed on the screen. When you print still images recorded at [16:9] aspect ratio, the edges may be cut off.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Aspect Ratio Before Use Aspect Ratio Shooting Viewing Sets the aspect ratio of still images. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [Aspect Ratio] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings 3:2 Viewing images on a TV 16:9 For viewing on a wide TV, etc. Using with your computer Printing Suitable for standard prints. 4:3 For viewing on a computer.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Quality Before Use Quality Shooting Viewing Selects the image quality for still images. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1 1. MENU [Quality] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) Digital processing is not performed on this file format.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Panorama: Size Before Use Panorama: Size Shooting Viewing Sets the image size when shooting in [Sweep Panorama] mode. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [Panorama: Size] desired size Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Shoots images at standard size.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Panorama: Direction Before Use Panorama: Direction Shooting Viewing Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1 1. MENU [Panorama: Direction] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Right Pan the camera from the left to the right. Viewing images on a TV Left Pan the camera from the right to the left.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Drive Mode Before Use Drive Mode Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can set a drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. (Drive Mode) button. [Drive Mode] can be set using the / 2 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Flash Mode Before Use Flash Mode Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) [Flash Mode] can be set using the 2 1. MENU (Flash Mode) button. [Flash Mode] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera (Flash Off) (Autoflash) Flash does not operate.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Focus Mode Before Use Focus Mode Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically. 2 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Autofocus Area Before Use Autofocus Area Shooting Viewing Using Flexible Spot Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings You can change the focusing area. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. 1.
A: AF range finder frame (yellow: adjustable/gray: fixed) 1. Use the control wheel to adjust the position of the AF range finder frame where you want to focus, . then press To reset the setting, press again. Notes Once you change the focusing area, the AF range finder frame you set up is cleared.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Soft Skin Effect Before Use Soft Skin Effect Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When the Face Detection function is activated, sets whether to use [Soft Skin Effect], and the effect level. 2 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Smile/Face Detect. Before Use Smile/Face Detect. Shooting Viewing Using Smile Shutter Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings When the Face Detection function is used, the camera detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts [Autofocus Area], [Flash Mode], [Exposure Comp.], [White Balance] and [Red Eye Reduction] settings automatically.
1. MENU 2. Press 2 / [Smile/Face Detect.] [Smile Shutter] on the control wheel to select a desired smile detection sensitivity. You can select the sensitivity to detect a smile from the following three levels; (On: Normal Smile) or (On: Big Smile). Smile), 3. Wait for a smile to be detected. When a face is detected and the smile level exceeds the (On: Slight point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Auto Port. Framing Before Use Auto Port. Framing Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When the camera detects and shoots a face, the captured image is automatically trimmed into its optimal composition. Both the original and trimmed images are recorded. The trimmed image is recorded in the same size as the original image.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > ISO Before Use ISO Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. MENU 3 [ISO] desired mode In case you select [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.] or [ISO AUTO], press on the control wheel to display the setting screen, then select a desired value. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer (Multi Frame Noise Reduct.
Records a smoother image. However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may be darker. Notes You cannot select [ISO AUTO] when the camera is set to [Manual Exposure]. [ISO 125] is the default setting. When [ISO] is set to a value lower than ISO 125, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. For movies, the value between ISO 125 to ISO 3200 is available. When [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.], the camera overlays the images.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Metering Mode Before Use Metering Mode Shooting Viewing Selects [Metering Mode] that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. Using MENU items (Shooting) 3 1. MENU [Metering Mode] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Divides into multiple regions and measures each region.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Flash Comp. Before Use Flash Comp. Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Adjusts the amount of flash light. Separately to the exposure compensation, flash compensation changes the amount of flash light to change the exposure for the main subject within the range of flash light. 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > White Balance Before Use White Balance Shooting Viewing To capture a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 3 1.
Balance function. Daylight (White as Standard) Cloudy (Bluish) Fluorescent (Green-tinged) Incandescent (Reddish) To capture a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode 1. MENU 3 [White Balance] [Custom Setup] 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 on the control wheel.
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Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > DRO/Auto HDR Before Use DRO/Auto HDR Shooting Viewing D-Range Optimizer Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast. 3 1. MENU Changing settings [DRO/Auto HDR] desired mode Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list (Off) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR].
(Exposure Difference Level)* Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. Select the optimal level between 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV (strong). For example, if you set the exposure value to 2.0EV, three images will be composed; –1.0EV, optimal exposure and +1.0EV images. * The EV number that appears with the mark indicates the current setting value.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Creative Style Before Use Creative Style Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness as you like for each [Creative Style] mode.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Picture Effect Before Use Picture Effect Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot a still image with original texture according to the desired effect. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 3 [Picture Effect] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) If you select a mode with optional settings, select the desired setting using Changing settings control wheel.
(Soft High-key) Allows you to shoot an image that makes a strong impression by leaving a specified color on portions of a monochrome image. You can select the color to be left using / . (Partial Color) Creates an intense, high-contrast image in black and white. (High Contrast Mono.) Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect. You can set the intensity of the effect using / .
(Miniature) Allows you to shoot an image with ink bleed and blurring effects as if it painted with watercolors. (Watercolor) Allows you to shoot an illustration-like image by emphasizing the outlines. You can set the effect intensity using / . (Illustration) Notes The following [Picture Effect] modes are effective for movies. The Dual Rec function cannot be used. [Toy Camera] [Pop Color] [Posterization] [Retro Photo] [Soft High-key] [Partial Color] [High Contrast Mono.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Clear Image Zoom Before Use Clear Image Zoom Shooting Viewing Total zoom scale when [Clear Image Zoom] is selected (including 3.6× optical zoom) Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV [Clear Image Zoom] allows you to enlarge the image with close to the original image quality when shooting still images.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Digital Zoom Before Use Digital Zoom Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) With [Digital Zoom], the camera can zoom over the scale that can achieved using the optical zoom or [Clear Image Zoom], although the quality of the resulting image will deteriorate. [Details] 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Long Exposure NR Before Use Long Exposure NR Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV When you set the shutter speed to 1/3 second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open. This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure. 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > High ISO NR Before Use High ISO NR Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When shooting with a high ISO, the camera reduces noise. When noise reduction is in progress, in some cases a message may appear, and you cannot take another picture during that time. 4 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > AF Illuminator Before Use AF Illuminator Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > SteadyShot Before Use SteadyShot Shooting Viewing Sets whether or not you use [SteadyShot] for still image shooting. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 4 [SteadyShot] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings On Viewing images on a TV Off Sets whether or not to use [SteadyShot].
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Color Space Before Use Color Space Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 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. 4 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Shooting Tip List Before Use Shooting Tip List Shooting Viewing Displays all shooting tips installed on this camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. MENU 5 [Shooting Tip List] desired shooting tip Select a desired item from [Table of contents] and display it.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Write Date Before Use Write Date Shooting Viewing Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 1. MENU Printing 5 [Write Date] desired mode Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list On ( ) Records a shooting date.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing When the mode dial is set to [Scene Selection], select another scene following the steps below: Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 5 [Scene Selection] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Allows you to blur away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly.
Allows you to shoot a flower and a small item from close up. (Macro) Allows you to shoot the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. (Landscape) Allows you to shoot the red of the sunset or sunrise beautifully. (Sunset) Allows you to shoot night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. (Night Scene) Allows you to shoot night scenes with less noise without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise.
Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. (High Sensitivity) Notes (Night Scene), (Night Portrait) or (Fireworks) modes, the When you shoot images using shutter speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Memory recall Before Use Memory recall Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When the mode dial is set to [Memory recall], follow the steps below to make new selections if you want to recall other settings. 5 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Memory Before Use Memory Shooting Viewing Items that can be registered Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) To recall registered settings Allows you to register up to three often-used modes or camera settings in the camera. You can recall the settings using [Memory recall]. Changing settings 1. Set the camera to the setting you want to register. Viewing images on a TV 2.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Before Use Shooting Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Still shooting menu items not available in [Scene Selection] In the table bel
High ISO NR AF Illuminator SteadyShot Color Space Shooting Tip List Write Date Scene Selection Memory recall Memory * Available effects that can be set only in movie shooting mode. Still shooting menu items not available in [Scene Selection] The icons below indicate the available modes. Menu items Image Size Aspect Ratio Quality Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction Drive Mode Flash Mode Focus Mode Autofocus Area Soft Skin Effect Smile/Face Detect. * Auto Port. Framing ISO Metering Mode Flash Comp.
High ISO NR AF Illuminator SteadyShot Color Space Shooting Tip List Write Date Scene Selection Memory recall Memory * Smile Shutter cannot be selected. Notes (Memory recall), the conditions When the above shooting modes are registered and recalled in for whether settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the above table.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > File Format Before Use File Format Shooting Viewing You can set the recording method used to record movies. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [File Format] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera AVCHD movies are recorded.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > Record Setting Before Use Record Setting Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit-rate), the higher the image quality. 1.
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Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > Image Size(Dual Rec) Before Use Image Size(Dual Rec) Shooting Viewing Sets the still image size shot while recording a movie. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > SteadyShot Before Use SteadyShot Shooting Viewing The strength of [SteadyShot] effect when shooting movies can be adjusted. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [SteadyShot] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Active Viewing images on a TV Standard Reduces camera shake under stable movie shooting conditions.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > Audio Recording Before Use Audio Recording Shooting Viewing When recording a movie, sets whether to record sounds. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [Audio Recording] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer On Off When recording a movie, sets whether to record sounds.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > Wind Noise Reduct. Before Use Wind Noise Reduct. Shooting Viewing Reduces the noise of the wind when shooting movies. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [Wind Noise Reduct.] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings On Viewing images on a TV Off Sets whether to reduce wind noise. Using with your computer Printing Notes If [Wind Noise Reduct.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > Movie Before Use Movie Shooting Viewing You can select a shooting mode when the mode dial is set to [Movie]. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > Movie shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Before Use Shooting Movie shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Movie shooting menu items not available in some REC modes Movie shooting menu items not available in [Scene Selection] In the table bel
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Red Eye Reduction Before Use Red Eye Reduction Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using flash. 1. MENU 1 [Red Eye Reduction] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer On The flash strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Grid Line Before Use Grid Line Shooting Viewing With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Auto Review Before Use Auto Review Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time. 1. MENU 1 [Auto Review] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV 10 Sec Using with your computer 5 Sec Printing 2 Sec Troubleshooting Off Displays for the set time.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > DISP Button(Monitor) Before Use DISP Button(Monitor) Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When shooting, set available screen display mode by pressing the DISP (Display Contents) button on the control wheel. 1. MENU 1 [DISP Button(Monitor)] The items marked with Changing settings desired mode are available. 2. Press the MENU button to set.
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Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Peaking Level Before Use Peaking Level Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. 1 1. MENU [Peaking Level] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV High Strongly emphasizes the outline.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Peaking Color Before Use Peaking Color Shooting Viewing Sets the color used for the peaking function in manual focus. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1 1. MENU [Peaking Color] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Red Enhances outlines in red. Yellow Enhances outlines in yellow. White Enhances outlines in white.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Control Ring Before Use Control Ring Shooting Viewing Set the often-used functions to the Control Ring. Using MENU items (Shooting) 2 1. MENU [Control Ring] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Standard Assigns recommended functions for each shooting mode. Exposure Comp.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Control Ring Display Before Use Control Ring Display Shooting Viewing Sets whether to display animation when operating the Control Ring. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 2 [Control Ring Display] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer On Off Sets whether to display animation.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Function Button Before Use Function Button Shooting Viewing You can customize the seven functions (A) assigned to the Fn (Function) button. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 1.
Function 2 ISO Function 3 White Balance Function 4 DRO/Auto HDR Function 5 Picture Effect Function 6 Not set Function 7 Not set Related Topic Using the Fn (Function) button Exposure Comp. Focus Mode Autofocus Area ISO Drive Mode Metering Mode Flash Mode Flash Comp. White Balance DRO/Auto HDR Creative Style Picture Effect Soft Skin Effect Quality Image Size Smile/Face Detect.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Func. of Center Button Before Use Func. of Center Button Shooting Viewing Functions assigned when [Func. of Center Button] is set to [Standard] Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings AEL toggle AF/MF Control Toggle Focus Magnifier Allows you to select frequently used functions and assign them to the center button on the control wheel. Viewing images on a TV 1.
1. MENU 2 2. Press [Func. of Center Button] [AF/MF Control Toggle] to switch auto focus and manual focus. When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus], the camera switches to [Single-shot AF], and when to return [Focus Mode] is set to other than [Manual Focus], it switches to [Manual Focus]. Press to the previous mode. Focus Magnifier In [Manual Focus] mode, you can enlarge the image on the screen to make manual-focusing easier by using [Focus Magnifier]. 2 1. MENU 2. Press [Func.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Func. of Left Button Before Use Func. of Left Button Shooting Viewing Allows you to select frequently used functions and assign them to the left button. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 2 [Func. of Left Button] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Exposure Comp.
Soft Skin Effect ISO Metering Mode Flash Comp.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Func. of Right Button Before Use Func. of Right Button Shooting Viewing Allows you to select frequently used functions and assign them to the right button. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 2 [Func. of Right Button] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Exposure Comp.
ISO Metering Mode Flash Comp.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > MF Assist Before Use MF Assist Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier. This works in [Manual Focus] or [DMF] modes. 3 [MF Assist] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. MENU Changing settings 2. Turn the Control Ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged 8.6 times. You can also enlarge the image 17.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Focus Magnif. Time Before Use Focus Magnif. Time Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an expanded version for the [MF Assist] or [Focus Magnifier] function. 3 1. MENU [Focus Magnif. Time] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV 2 Sec Enlarges the image for two seconds.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Face Priority Tracking Before Use Face Priority Tracking Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When the camera detects faces while using the tracking focus function, sets whether to give priority to a face. 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Face Registration Before Use Face Registration Shooting Viewing New Registration Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Order Exchanging If you register faces in advance, the camera can detect the registered face as a priority when [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 3 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Custom menu items not available in some REC modes Before Use Shooting Custom menu items not available in some REC modes Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Custom menu items not available in some REC modes Custom menu items not available in [Scene Selection] In the table below, a check mark indicates settings that
Grid Line Auto Review DISP Button(Monitor) Peaking Level Peaking Color Control Ring Control Ring Display Function Button Func. of Center Button Func. of Left Button Func. of Right Button MF Assist Focus Magnif.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Using MENU items (Viewing) Before Use Shooting Using MENU items (Viewing) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings You can change the settings for the viewing, or execute functions. In the “Using MENU items (Viewing)” section, the following MENU item is explained. (Playback menu) 1. Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Still/Movie Select Before Use Still/Movie Select Shooting Viewing Switches the display mode between still images and movies (View Mode). Using MENU items (Shooting) 1 1. MENU [Still/Movie Select] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings (Folder View(Still)) Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Displays still images. (Folder View(MP4)) Displays MP4-format movies.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Delete Before Use Delete Shooting Viewing Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images using the Delete button. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1 1. MENU [Delete] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Allows you to select and delete multiple images. Viewing images on a TV (Multiple Img.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Slide Show Before Use Slide Show Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Plays back images automatically. Plays back only 3D images in [Slide Show] on a 3D TV connected to the camera. 1 1. MENU [Slide Show] The setting screen appears. 2. Select the desired setting. Viewing images on a TV 3. [Enter] Using with your computer 4.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Image Index Before Use Image Index Shooting Viewing Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [Image Index] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings (4 Images) Displays four images. Viewing images on a TV (9 Images) Displays nine images.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > 3D Viewing Before Use 3D Viewing Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Connects to a 3D compatible TV and allows you to view 3D images shot on other cameras. Connect the camera and the 3D TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately). 1 1. MENU [3D Viewing] Notes You cannot shoot 3D images with this camera.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Protect Before Use Protect Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed for registered images. 1. MENU 1 [Protect] desired mode Changing settings You can select and protect multiple images.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Specify Printing Before Use Specify Printing Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later. The (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images. 1 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Picture Effect Before Use Picture Effect Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Retouches a recorded image so that it looks like a watercolor or illustration, and saves it as a new file. The original image is retained. 1 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Volume Settings Before Use Volume Settings Shooting Viewing Adjusts the sound volume of movies in eight steps. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Playback Display Before Use Playback Display Shooting Viewing Selects the orientation when playing back still images recorded in portrait orientation. Using MENU items (Shooting) 2 1. MENU [Playback Display] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Auto Rotate Viewing images on a TV Manual Rotate Displays in landscape orientation. Displays in portrait orientation.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Playback menu items that cannot be set in View Mode Before Use Shooting Playback menu items that cannot be set in View Mode Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) In the table below, a check mark indicates settings that can be changed, while — indicates settings that cannot be changed.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Changing settings > Changing camera settings Before Use Changing camera settings Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV You can change the settings for memory cards or the camera. In the “Changing camera settings” section, the following MENU item is explained. (Memory card tool menu) (Clock setup menu) (Setup menu) 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool menu > Format Before Use Format Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Formats the memory card. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool menu > File Number Before Use File Number Shooting Viewing Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [File Number] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the memory card is Series changed.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool menu > Select REC Folder Before Use Select REC Folder Shooting Viewing Changes the folder in the memory card that is currently used for recording images. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 Using MENU items (Viewing) 2. Select a folder with Changing settings 3. Press [Select REC Folder] / on the control wheel.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool menu > New Folder Before Use New Folder Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Creates a folder in a memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool menu > Recover Image DB Before Use Recover Image DB Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing When inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Memory Card Tool menu > Display Card Space Before Use Display Card Space Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Displays the remaining recording time for movies on the memory card. The number of recordable still images is also displayed. 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Clock setup menu > Date/Time Setup Before Use Date/Time Setup Shooting Viewing Sets the date and time again. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1 1. MENU 2. Press / Changing settings / [Date/Time Setup] or turn the control wheel to select the desired item, and set the numeric value using .
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Clock setup menu > Area Setting Before Use Area Setting Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that destination. 2. Press Changing settings Viewing images on a TV 1 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Menu start Before Use Menu start Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu or to display the screen of the item previously set. 1 1. MENU [Menu start] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Top Always displays the first screen of the menu.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Mode Dial Guide Before Use Mode Dial Guide Shooting Viewing Sets whether to display the mode dial guide (description for each shooting mode). Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 1 [Mode Dial Guide] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings On Viewing images on a TV Off Sets whether to display [Mode Dial Guide].
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > LCD Brightness Before Use LCD Brightness Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The brightness of the screen is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions using the light sensor. You can set the brightness of the screen manually. 1 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Power Saving Start Time Before Use Power Saving Start Time Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Sets the length of time until the camera turns off automatically.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > HDMI Resolution Before Use HDMI Resolution Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) When you connect the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI Cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > CTRL FOR HDMI Before Use CTRL FOR HDMI Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) This setting allows (TV) remote control of a camera that is connected to a “BRAVIA” Sync TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). 1 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Upload Settings Before Use Upload Settings Shooting Viewing Transferring image data using the Eye-Fi card Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Sets whether to use the upload function of an Eye-Fi card (commercially available), when you use the Eye-Fi card with this camera. [Upload Settings] is displayed only when the Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. 1.
instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > USB Connection Before Use USB Connection Shooting Viewing Sets how to make a USB connection when connecting the camera to a computer, etc. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > USB LUN Setting Before Use USB LUN Setting Shooting Viewing Sets [USB Connection] mode when connecting the camera to a computer, etc. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 2 [USB LUN Setting] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Multi Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing The built-in software “PlayMemories Home” can be used.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > USB Power Supply Before Use USB Power Supply Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Sets whether to use [USB Power Supply] function when the camera is connected to a computer or USB device using the micro USB cable. 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Audio signals Before Use Audio signals Shooting Viewing Selects whether the camera produce or turn off the sound when you operate the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 2 [Audio signals] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings On Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control wheel/shutter button, etc. Viewing images on a TV Off Turns off the beep/shutter sound.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Version Before Use Version Shooting Viewing Displays the software version installed on this camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Language Before Use Language Shooting Viewing Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Drop Sensor Before Use Drop Sensor Shooting Viewing Sets whether to use the protective function when you drop the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. MENU 3 [Drop Sensor] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings On Viewing images on a TV Off Sets whether to activate [Drop Sensor] function.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Demo Mode Before Use Demo Mode Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) You can set whether to use a demonstration of movie playback. When there is no need to view a demonstration, set to [Off]. 1. MENU 3 [Demo Mode] desired mode Changing settings Automatically starts the movie demonstration when no operation is performed for about one minute.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > Initialize Before Use Initialize Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Initializes the settings to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images are retained. 1. MENU 3 [Initialize] desired mode Reset Default Resets all settings to default settings.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV > Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Before Use Shooting Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV that has an HDMI jack using an HDMI Cable (sold separately). 1.
Recording may automatically stop to protect the camera after a period of time if you are shooting movies when the camera and TV are connected by an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Open the HDMI cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera. Nothing is displayed on the camera screen.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Before Use Shooting Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV When you use a TV that has “BRAVIA” Sync (compatible with SYNC MENU) support, you can operate the playback functions of the camera using the remote con
Nothing is displayed on the screen of the camera.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Before Use Shooting Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Connects to a 3D compatible TV and allows you to view 3D images shot on other cameras. Connect the camera and the 3D TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Changing settings 1.
Ends 3D playback. Notes You cannot shoot 3D images with this camera. When you select [3D Viewing] mode, only 3D images are displayed. Do not connect the camera and equipment to be connected using output terminals. When the camera and TV are connected using output terminals, no video and sound are produced. Such a connection can also cause trouble of the camera and/or connected equipment. This function may not work properly with some TVs.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Recommended computer environment > Recommended computer environment Before Use Shooting Recommended computer environment Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The following computer environment is recommended when using the software “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) and “Image Data Converter” (Windows/Mac) and when importing images via a USB connection.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Before Use “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Below are examples of the functions available when you use “PlayMemories Home.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Before Use Shooting Installing “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Starting “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Accessing to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (Windows) 1. Turn on the camera and your computer, then connect the camera to the computer using a micro USB cable (supplied) (A).
installed. Some functions of “PMB” will become unavailable. Starting “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) 1. Double-click (PlayMemories Home) on the desktop. To start “PlayMemories Home” from the Start menu, select [Start] [All Programs] (PlayMemories Home). Accessing to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (Windows) 1. Double-click (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > Software for Mac Before Use Software for Mac Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) For details on software for Macs, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ You can access the above URL by connecting the camera to the Mac computer and clicking [FOR_MAC.URL] in [PMHOME]. Set MENU 2 [USB LUN Setting] to [Multi].
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > “Image Data Converter” Before Use “Image Data Converter” Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Below are examples of the functions available when you use “Image Data Converter.” You can edit RAW images using multiple correction functions, such as tone curve or sharpness.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > Installing “Image Data Converter” Before Use Installing “Image Data Converter” Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings 1. Download the software from the following URL and install it on your computer. Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Importing images to a computer > Connecting the camera to the computer Before Use Shooting Connecting the camera to the computer Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Connect the camera to your computer using a micro USB cable (supplied) (A).
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Importing images to a computer > Importing images to a computer Before Use Shooting Importing images to a computer Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) “PlayMemories Home” allows you to easily import images. For details on “PlayMemories Home” functions, see the “PlayMemories Home Help Guide”.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Importing images to a computer > To disconnect your camera from the computer Before Use Shooting To disconnect your camera from the computer Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Perform the procedures from step 1 to 2 below before: Disconnecting the cable. Removing a memory card. Turning off the camera. 1. Click the disconnect icon ( ) on the tasktray.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Selecting a method for creating a disc of movies Before Use Shooting Selecting a method for creating a disc of movies Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Characteristics of each type of disc Creating a disc with a device other than a computer You can create a disc from AVCHD movies that have been record
definition image quality (STD) and a standard definition image quality (STD) disc is created. Types of discs that can be used with “PlayMemories Home” The following 12-cm discs can be used with “PlayMemories Home.” For information on Blu-ray discs, see “Creating Blu-ray discs.” [Details] DVD-R / DVD+R / DVD+R DL: Cannot be re-written. DVD-RW / DVD+RW: Can be re-written and used again. Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Copying high-definition image quality (HD) movies on to DVD discs (AVCHD discs) Before Use Shooting Copying high-definition image quality (HD) movies on to DVD discs (AVCHD discs) Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) An AVCHD disc with HD picture quality can be created from AVCHD movies imported to a PC using the “PlayMemories Home” software. Changing settings 1.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Creating standard definition image quality (STD) DVD discs Before Use Shooting Creating standard definition image quality (STD) DVD discs Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing DVD discs with standard definition image quality (STD) can be created using the “PlayMemories Home” software and selectin
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Creating Blu-ray discs Before Use Creating Blu-ray discs Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer You can create Blu-ray discs from AVCHD movies imported to a PC. The PC in question must be capable of creating Blu-ray discs. BD-R (not re-writable) or BD-RE (rewritable) discs can be used.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Printing > Printing still images > Printing still images Before Use Printing still images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer You can print still images using the following methods. Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > If you have problems > If you have problems Before Use If you have problems Shooting Viewing If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) 1. Check the items under “Troubleshooting”, then check your camera. : ” appears on the screen, see “Self-diagnosis display”. If a code such as “C/E: 2.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Battery pack and power Before Use Battery pack and power Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera. Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the battery eject lever is locked. Cannot turn on the camera.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Shooting still images/movies Before Use Shooting still images/movies Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Cannot record images. Changing settings Check the free capacity of the memory card. If it is full, do one of the following: Delete unnecessary images. [Details] [Details] Change the memory card. Viewing images on a TV You cannot record images while charging the flash.
The flash does not work. You cannot use the flash in the following situations: [Drive Mode] is set to [Self-timer(Cont)] or [Bracket: Cont.]. [Details] (Anti Motion Blur), (Night Scene), (Hand-held Twilight), Sensitivity) mode is selected in [Scene Selection]. Shooting in [Sweep Shooting] mode Shooting in movie mode Set the flash to [Fill-flash] when [Scene Selection] mode is set to (Landscape), (Sports Action) or (Fireworks) or (Pet), (High (Gourmet), (Sunset) mode.
Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. Light the room and shoot the subject. Correct the image using “PlayMemories Home.” [Details] Dots appear and remain on the screen. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded. Cannot shoot images in succession. The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. [Details] [Details] The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack. The same image is shot several times. Set [Drive Mode] to [Single Shooting].
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Viewing images Before Use Viewing images Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Cannot play back images. Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Computers Before Use Computers Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Your computer does not recognize the camera. Using MENU items (Viewing) Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage]. [Details] Use the micro USB cable (supplied). Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Disconnect the USB cable from both the computer and the camera, and connect it again firmly.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Memory card Before Use Memory card Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Cannot insert a memory card. Insert the memory card in the correct direction. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer You have formatted a memory card by mistake. All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Printing Before Use Printing Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Images are printed with both edges cut off. Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Others Before Use Others Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV The lens gets fogged. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using it. The camera stops with the lens portion extended. Using with your computer Do not attempt to force lens that has stopped moving.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Self-diagnosis display Before Use Self-diagnosis display Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on the camera is ) will differ depending on the state of the camera. working.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Messages Before Use Messages Shooting Viewing If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date, and time.
Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool. The camera has become hot because you have been shooting continuously. Turn the power off. Cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again. Because you have been recording for a long time, the temperature inside the camera has increased to an unacceptable level. Stop recording. Recording is unavailable in this movie format. Set [File Format] to [MP4].
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Situations this camera has difficulty handling > Situations this camera has difficulty handling Before Use Shooting Situations this camera has difficulty handling Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The camera cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Precautions Before Use Precautions Shooting Viewing Memory card back up Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Do not use/store the camera in the following places On carrying On operating temperatures On moisture condensation Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Functions built into this camera What is 1080 60p/50p? On image data compatibility Notes when p
evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. Functions built into this camera This manual describes the functions of 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. To check whether your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-compatible device, look for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.
If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > On the internal rechargeable backup battery Before Use On the internal rechargeable backup battery Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer 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.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Battery pack Before Use Battery pack Shooting Viewing On charging the battery pack Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Effective use of the battery pack Remaining battery charge How to store the battery pack On battery life Viewing images on a TV Compatible battery pack Using with your computer On charging the battery pack Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/A
Fully discharge the battery pack before storing and store the camera in a cool, dry place. To maintain the battery pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it in the camera at least once a year while storing. To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slideshow playback mode until the power goes off. To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag, etc. to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Charging the battery pack Before Use Charging the battery pack Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this camera. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Memory card Before Use Memory card Shooting Viewing Memory card Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) “Memory Stick” media When using “Memory Stick Duo” media with standard sized “Memory Stick” media slot Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer
Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When the memory card is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operations When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data. Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor. Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
“Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro” media. To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Micro” media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > On cleaning > On cleaning Before Use On cleaning Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Cleaning the lens and flash Wipe the lens and flash with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the flash Clean the flash surface before use.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Number of still images and recordable time of movies > Number of still images Before Use Shooting Number of still images Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Number of still images and recordable time of movies > Recordable time of movies Before Use Shooting Recordable time of movies Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. The recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Using the camera abroad > Using the camera abroad Before Use Using the camera abroad Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Notes An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Using the camera abroad > On TV color systems Before Use On TV color systems Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list To view movies shot using this camera on a television, the camera and television must use the same color television system.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > Carl Zeiss lens Before Use Carl Zeiss lens Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The camera is equipped with a Carl 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 Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > AVCHD format Before Use AVCHD format Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer The AVCHD format has been developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recording an HD (High-Definition) signal at the 1080i* 1 or 720p* 2 specification using high-efficiency compression coding technology.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > License Before Use License Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Notes on the License This camera comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software.
Search Search Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Trademarks > Trademarks Before Use Trademarks Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
