4-487-947-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount ILCE-5000
English Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”) “Help Guide” is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for the model name of your camera on the support page. • Check the model name on the bottom of your camera. Viewing the Guide This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide.
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ILCE-5000 Serial No. _____________________________ Model No. AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D Serial No. _____________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
• • • • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the apparatus.
For Customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: ILCE-5000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules.
For Customers in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
[ Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.
Table of contents Preparing the camera – – – – – – – Step 1 P. 9 Step 2 P. 21 Step 3 P. 22 Step 4 P. 23 Checking the supplied items Identifying parts Inserting the battery pack Charging the battery pack Attaching/removing the lens Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Setting the clock Basic operation – Shooting still images/movies Playback function – Viewing images Recording function – Introduction of other functions Importing images to the computer P.
Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera (page 8). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity. x Supplied with all models • Camera (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) • Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide This guide explains the functions that require a Wi-Fi connection.
Identifying parts When the lens is removed E For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index)/ (Playback zoom) lever F AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp G Image sensor position mark H Flash I Microphone1) J Lens K Lens release button L Mount M Image sensor2) N Lens contacts2) 1) 2) A Shutter button B ON/OFF (Power) switch C Hook for shoulder strap D (N Mark) • Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function.
A (Flash pop-up) button B LCD screen • You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. C D E F G H I Access lamp Memory card/terminal cover Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) MOVIE (Movie) button MENU button Control wheel (In-Camera Guide) / (Delete) button J (Playback) button K Multi/Micro USB Terminal • Supports Micro USB compatible device.
x Lens See page 37 on the specifications of the lenses. E55 – 210 mm F4.5 – 6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5000Y) E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5000L/ILCE-5000Y) A B C D 1) Zooming/Focusing ring Zooming lever Mounting index Lens contacts1) Do not touch this part directly. A B C D E F 1) GB 12 Focusing ring Zooming ring Focal-length scale Focal-length index Lens contacts1) Mounting index Do not touch this part directly.
Inserting the battery pack Battery eject lever 1 Open the cover. the battery pack. 2 Insert • While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery eject lever locks after insertion. • Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera.
Charging the battery pack For customers in the USA and Canada Power cord (Mains lead) For customers in countries/ regions other than the USA and Canada Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), 1 Connect using the micro USB cable (supplied). the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
• The battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the battery is dirty. In this case, wipe any dust off lightly using a soft cloth or a cotton swab to clean the terminal section of the battery. • Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.
x Battery life and number of images that can be recorded and played back Battery life Number of images Shooting (still images) Approx. 210 min. Approx. 420 images Typical movie shooting Approx. 95 min. — Continuous movie shooting Approx. 150 min. — Viewing (still images) Approx. 470 min. Approx. 9400 images Notes • The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
Attaching/removing the lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens. 1 If the cap or the packaging lid is attached, remove it from the camera or the lens. • Quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks on the lens and the camera. • Hold the camera facing down to prevent dust from entering into the camera.
x Removing the lens Lens release button 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Notes • If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light source to a digital signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Ensure that the notched corner is faced correctly. 1 Open the cover. the memory card (sold separately). 2 Insert • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. 3 Close the cover.
Setting the clock ON/OFF (Power) Control wheel Select items: v/V/b/B/ / Set: z the ON/OFF (Power) switch to ON. 1 Set The Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time. • It may take some time for the power to turn on and allow operation. that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press 2 Check z on the control wheel. a desired geographic location by following the 3 Select on-screen instructions, then press z.
Shooting still images/movies Shutter button W/T (zoom) lever W: zoom out T: zoom in MOVIE Shooting still images the shutter button halfway down to focus. 1 Press When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z or indicator lights. 2 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Shooting movies the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording. 1 Press • Use the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom ratio. 2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Viewing images W: zoom out T: zoom in Control wheel (Playback) (Delete) 1 Press the Select images: B (next)/b (previous) or turn the control wheel Set: z (Playback) button. x Selecting next/previous image Select an image by pressing B (next)/b (previous) on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Press z in the center of the control wheel to view movies. x Deleting an image 1 Press the (Delete) button. 2 Select [Delete] with v on the control wheel, then press z.
Introduction of other functions Other functions can be operated using the control wheel, MENU button, etc. MENU Control wheel x Control wheel DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. ISO (ISO): Allows you to set the sensitivity based on the brightness. (Exposure Comp.): Allows you to compensate the exposure and brightness for the entire image. (Photo Creativity): Allows you to operate the camera intuitively and shoot creative images easily.
Flash Mode Sets the flash settings. Flash Comp. Adjusts the intensity of flash output. Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using flash. Focus Mode Selects the focus method. Focus Area Selects the area of focus. AF Illuminator Exposure Comp. Compensates the brightness of the entire image. ISO Adjusts the luminous sensitivity. Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.
Auto Slow Shut. Sets the function that automatically adjusts the shutter speed following the brightness of the environment. Audio Recording Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie. Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie recording. Shooting Tip List Displays the shooting tip list. (Custom Settings) Zebra MF Assist Displays stripes to adjust brightness. Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. Focus Magnif.
S. Auto Img. Extract. When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto] and the camera recognizes the scene to be shot with multiple images, this sets whether to extract an image automatically and save it. Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the focus. Custom Key Settings Assigns a desired function to the button. MOVIE Button Sets whether to always activate the MOVIE button. AF Micro Adj.
(Application) Application List Displays the application list. You can select the application you want to use. Introduction Displays instructions on using the application. (Playback) Delete Deletes an image. View Mode Sets the way in which images are grouped for playback. Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. Display Rotation Sets the playback direction of the recorded image. Slide Show Shows a slide show. Rotate Enlarge Image Rotates the image. Enlarges the playback images.
Demo Mode Sets demonstration movie playback to on or off. HDMI Resolution Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI TV. CTRL FOR HDMI Operates the camera from a TV that supports BRAVIA™ Sync. USB Connection Sets the USB connection method. USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting the functions of the USB connection. Language Sets the date and time, and daylight savings. Area Setting Sets the location of use. Format Formats the memory card.
Features of PlayMemories Home The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required for importing AVCHD movies to your computer.
x Installing PlayMemories Home on a computer the Internet browser on your computer, go to the 1 Using following URL, and then click [Install] t [Run]. www.sony.net/pm/ the instructions on the screen to complete the 2 Follow installation. • For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ • When installation is complete, PlayMemories Home starts. 3 Connect the camera to your computer using the micro USB cable (supplied).
Number of still images and recordable time of movies The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. x Still images [ Image Size]: L: 20M When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]* Capacity Quality 2 GB Standard 385 images Fine 240 images RAW & JPEG 65 images RAW 89 images * When the [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more pictures than shown above. (Except when [ Quality] is set to [RAW].
• The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Variable Bit-Rate), which automatically adjusts the image quality depending on the shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings.
• In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. About the grip The grip is applied with a special coating. The grip may be discolored if it is rubbed with a dark colored cloth, leather, etc. On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the camera.
Warning on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. No guarantee in the case of damaged content or recording failures Sony cannot provide a guarantee in the case of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.
Specifications Camera [System] Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital camera Lens: E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image sensor: APS-C format (23.2 mm × 15.4 mm) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor: Approx. 20 400 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 20 100 000 pixels [Auto focus system] System: Contrast detection system Sensitivity range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.
[Power consumption] [Flash] When using an E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS lens* Approx. 2.2 W * supplied with ILCE-5000L/ ILCE-5000Y Flash guide number: 4 (in meters at ISO 100) Recycling time: Approx. 3 seconds Flash coverage: Covering 16 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates) Flash compensation: ±2.0 EV (1/3 EV step) [Others] Exif Print: Compatible PRINT Image Matching III: Compatible DPOF: Compatible Dimensions (CIPA compliant) (Approx.): 109.6 mm × 62.8 mm × 35.
Lens Lens E16 – 50 mm zoom E55 – 210 mm lens1) zoom lens Camera ILCE-5000L/ ILCE-5000Y Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length2) (mm) Lens groups/elements 24 – 75 ILCE-5000Y 82.5 – 315 8–9 9 – 13 Angle of view2) 83° – 32° 28.2° – 7.8° Minimum focus3) (m (feet)) 0.25 – 0.3 (0.82 – 1) 1.0 (3.28) Maximum magnification (×) Minimum aperture Filter diameter (mm) 0.215 0.225 f/22 – f/36 f/22 – f/32 40.5 49 64.7 × 29.9 (2 5/8 × 1 3/16) 63.8 × 108 (2 5/8 × 4 3/8) Mass (Approx. g (oz.)) 116 (4.
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