4-581-849-13 (1) Solid-State Memory Camcorder Operating Guide Table of Contents Getting Started Recording Playback Editing Using the Menu Troubleshooting Additional Information ® PXW-FS5/FS5M2/FS5M2K
Read this first Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Precautions when using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. Lens LCD screen On the LCD screen • A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.
On the temperature of your camcorder and battery pack • Your camcorder has a protective function that disables recording or playback if the temperature of your camcorder or battery pack is beyond the safely operable range. In this case, a message appears on the LCD screen (p. 176). On recording • When the memory card access lamp is lit or flashing in red, your camcorder is reading or writing data. Do not apply any vibrations or shocks to your camcorder.
Read this first (continued) About the operation of the camcorder • The operation of the camcorder is controlled using the SEL/SET dial (p. 7, 139) or the multiselector on the grip (p. 10). About this manual • Operations in this manual are described using the “SELP18105G” lens. When the operation differs depending on the lens used, you will find the relevant information in “Notes” or “Tips.” • The values you can set in [REC FORMAT] and other menus depend on the [60i/50i SEL] setting.
About upgrade licenses and firmware versions Some of the functions described in this manual require an upgrade license (option) and firmware of a specified version or later. Purchase option products and upgrade the camera firmware according to the devices used. Function See page External output and face detection support when recording in XAVC QFHD (4K mode) 133 Auto ND Filter 54 PXW-FS5 Firmware version PXW-FS5M2/FS5M2K Upgrade license Firmware version Ver. 1.0 or later Upgrade license Ver. 1.
Identifying parts and controls Body The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A Accessory shoe (with cold shoe attached) For details about attachment, see page 27. B XLR handle (attached) For details about attachment, see page 26. C Cable clamper O INPUT 2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch (p. 83) P INPUT 2 jack (p. 82) Q Cable clamper R Cable clamper E LCD screen connection jack (p. 29) S Recording lamp (front) (p. 40) The recording lamp flashes if the remaining capacity of the memory card or battery is low.
A FULL AUTO button (p. 102) I SHUTTER button (p. 51) B HOLD switch (p. 113) J ISO/GAIN button — L/M/H switch (p. 51) C START/STOP button (p. 40) D ND FILTER dial (p. 53) E PRESET/VARIABLE switch (p. 53) F ASSIGN3/STATUS button (p. 123) G ND/IRIS switch (p. 50, 53) — ND/IRIS dial (p. 53) H IRIS — PUSH AUTO button (p. 50) K WHT BAL button — B/A/PRESET switch (p. 55) L DISPLAY button (p. 122) M THUMBNAIL button (p. 119) N MENU button — SEL/SET dial (p. 139) O SLOT SEL button (p.
Identifying parts and controls (continued) Top panel A ❙/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch (p. 33) L i (headphones) jack B Shoulder strap attachment point M DC IN jack C Recording lamp (rear) (p. 40) The recording lamp flashes if the remaining capacity of the memory card or battery is low. N Tripod receptacles (1/4 inch, 3/8 inch) Supports 1/4-20UNC and 3/8-16UNC screws. D Remote control sensor E ASSIGN1/S&Q button (p. 63) F ASSIGN2/P PROFILE button (p. 103) G AUTO/MAN (CH-1) switch (p.
O Accessory mounting screw holes (1/4 inch) Three locations on the handle, and eight on the top panel. For 1/4-20UNC screws (shorter than 6.5 mm) b Note Using screws longer than 6.5 mm may damage external parts. A Diopter adjustment dial (p. 35) z Tip B Viewfinder (p. 35) • Although a GPS mark is displayed on the handle, GPS is a function that is planned for a future firmware update. C Eye sensor D BATT RELEASE button (p. 21) E Memory card slot B (p. 39) F Memory card access lamp (p.
Identifying parts and controls (continued) LCD screen Grip The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. For details about attaching the LCD screen, see page 29. For details about attaching the grip, see page 31. A LCD ON/OFF switch (p. 34) A Grip zoom lever (p. 43) B MIRROR switch (p. 114) B ASSIGN4/FOCUS MAG button (p. 46) C LCD screen mounting clamp C ASSIGN dial (p. 85) D ASSIGN6 button (p.
I Grip belt attachment point The grip belt is attached at the time of purchase. L MODE button (p. 119) M b/B/v/V/ENTER buttons b Notes Wireless Remote Commander The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander. Insulation sheet • Aim the Wireless Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. • Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources, such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting.
Screen indicators The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. Center Upper left Upper right Upper right Indicator Meaning 0min Estimated remaining recording time (p. 178) Recording/playback media (p. 38) 00:00:00:00 Bottom Time code (hour:minute:second: frame) (p. 162) Bottom Upper left Indicator 100% Indicator Meaning Meaning Remaining battery Face detection [ON] (p. 47) REC FORMAT (p. 48) PEAKING (p. 158) ZEBRA (p. 158) NFC active (p. 88) Zxx × xx SIMUL/RELAY REC (p.
Indicator Meaning Auto setting (p. 50) n B A White balance (p. 55) HISTOGRAM (p. 158) AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY (p. 160) Manual volume adjustment (p. 84) z Tip • Indicators may look different or appear at different positions. Data code during recording For AVCHD, the recording date, time, and shooting conditions are recorded automatically. They are not displayed while recording. However, you can check them by selecting the data to display using (DISPLAY SET) t [DATA CODE] (p.
Table of Contents Read this first ........................................................................................... 2 About upgrade licenses and firmware versions ....................................... 5 Identifying parts and controls ................................................................... 6 Body ..................................................................................................... 6 LCD screen ............................................................................
To adjust the amount of light (ND filter) ............................................. 53 Zebra 1 / Zebra 2 ............................................................................... 54 Adjusting the color tone ..........................................................................55 Adjusting the white balance ............................................................... 55 Adjusting the black balance .............................................................. 56 High Dynamic Range (HDR) ..
Table of Contents (continued) Using the Wi-Fi function ......................................................................... 87 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function of the camcorder ................ 87 Downloading “Content Browser Mobile” ............................................ 87 Connecting the camcorder to an Android smartphone equipped with the NFC function using One-touch connection .................................. 88 Using a smartphone as a camcorder remote control .......................
Editing Using the Menu Operating the menu ..............................................................................139 Menu items ...........................................................................................141 (CAMERA/PAINT) menu ..............................................................147 Table of Contents Protecting recorded movies (Protect) ...................................................134 Dividing a movie ..................................................................
Table of Contents (continued) Streaming supported formats ............................................................... 183 Using your camcorder abroad .............................................................. 184 File/folder structure on the memory card ............................................. 185 Maintenance and precautions .............................................................. 186 About the XAVC format ....................................................................
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. If, for any reason, there is something missing, contact your Sony dealer. The number in brackets indicates the number of items supplied. XLR handle (p. 26) Rechargeable battery pack (BP-U30) LCD screen (p. 29) Getting Started AC Adapter/Charger (BC-U1A) (p. 22) Power cord (mains lead) (p. 22) LCD screen protective sheet (p. 29) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-845) (p.
Step 1: Checking supplied items (continued) Handle connector protective cap (attached to the camcorder) Grip attachment point cover (attached to the camcorder) “Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder” CD-ROM Operating Guide [2] A lens and lens hood are supplied with the PXW-FS5M2K. Software Downloads When the unit is used with a PC connection, download any device drivers, plug-ins, and application software you require from the following websites. Sony Professional products website: U.S.A. http://pro.
Step 2: Using a battery pack or AC Adapter The camcorder can be powered by a battery pack or via an AC Adapter. For safety, do not use power sources other than genuine Sony battery packs. Lithium-ion battery packs BP-U30 BP-U60 BP-U60T BP-U90 To remove the battery pack Set the ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY (1). Press and hold the BATT RELEASE button, and slide the battery up and out.
Step 2: Using a battery pack or AC Adapter (continued) Using a power outlet 3 Connect the power cord to the You can use the AC Adapter to power the camcorder from a power outlet. While you are using the AC Adapter, the battery pack will not lose its charge even when it is attached to your camcorder. power outlet (wall socket). 4 Set the mode select switch on the BC-U1A to the DC OUT position.
Step 3: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach an SELP18105G lens. For details about using other lenses, refer to the manual supplied with your lens. Hold the camcorder body with the front end downward, and quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camcorder body. camcorder body and the rear lens cap from the lens.
Step 3: Attaching the lens (continued) b Notes • When changing the lens, if dust or debris adheres to the glass surface of the mount, it may appear on the image, depending on the shooting conditions. The glass surface of the mount has an anti-dust coating to prevent dust from adhering to the image sensor. However, attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations. • Do not leave the camcorder body with the lens or body cap removed.
Mount adapters Using a mount adapter (sold separately), you can attach an A-mount lens (sold separately) to your camcorder. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the mount adapter.
Step 3: Attaching the lens (continued) AF area display When using an A-mount lens with a mount adapter, the camcorder displays in-focus frames. Autofocusing: The frame of the area that is in focus turns green. Manual focusing: The frame of the area that is in focus turns green. This can assist focusing. Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen, and grip Attaching the handle 1 Remove the protective cap from the handle connector terminal.
Attaching the accessory shoe 1 Lift the edge of the accessory shoe plate and pull it in the direction opposite to that of the arrow on the accessory shoe plate and remove it from the accessory shoe. Getting Started Shoe plate Accessory shoe 2 Place the accessory shoe with its b Note protrusions matching the recesses on the accessory shoe mount, then fix it to the mount with the four screws. • Make sure to securely tighten both handle mounting screws before use.
Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen, and grip (continued) 3 Insert the accessory shoe plate in the direction of the arrow on the plate surface until the end of the plate engages the end of the shoe. Attaching the microphone (sold separately) Attach the microphone holder to the handle. Accessory shoe Shoe plate To remove the accessory shoe Remove the shoe plate in the same way as described in step 1 of “Attaching the accessory shoe”.
Screw LCD screen mounting clamp Getting Started Put the cable in the outer cable holder. Attaching the LCD screen 3 Attach the supplied protective 1 Insert the LCD screen mounting clamp into the LCD screen attachment point on the handle. sheet to the LCD screen as shown in the diagram. 2 Turn the screw clockwise to fasten the clamp. The mounting clamp can be secured at 45° increments, although it is recommended that the clamp be positioned directly above the screw.
Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen, and grip (continued) 5 Turn the lock knob clockwise to secure the LCD screen. b Note • Securely tighten the LCD screen knob before use. The LCD screen may fall off if the unit is used without securely tightening the knob. To remove the cable 6 Align the “LCDv” mark on the camcorder with the “V” mark on the LCD screen connection jack, and plug in the cable.
To attach the LCD screen to different positions on the handle There are also LCD screen attachment points on the back of the handle (2 locations). The attachment procedure is the same as described in “Attaching the LCD screen”. 2 Connect the cable to the REMOTE jack. Getting Started 3 Align the grip mounting index with the attachment point index on the camcorder, and turn the grip counterclockwise gently. Indexes Removing the LCD screen Remove the LCD screen using the reverse procedure of attaching.
Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen, and grip (continued) 4 Insert the cable connected in step 2 into the slot on the side of the grip as shown in the diagram. Grip release button b Note • Always place the camcorder on a desk or other horizontal surface when removing the grip. b Note • If the cable is not inserted in the slot, undue force may be applied to the cable when changing the mounting angle of the grip or the cable may become snagged in the rotation mechanism.
Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and setting the date and time Turning on the camcorder Set the ON/STANDBY switch on (❙). When you use your camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears. SEL/SET dial Getting Started MENU button To set the date and time again, press the MENU button, and select (SYSTEM) t [CLOCK SET]. 1 Select your area by turning the SEL/SET dial, then press the dial. To turn off the power Set the ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY (1).
Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and setting the date and time (continued) • You can set any year up to the year 2037. • Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. z Tip • The date and time are automatically recorded on the selected memory card, and can be displayed during playback (p. 161). Step 6: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder Switching between the LCD screen and the viewfinder You can select whether to use the LCD screen or the viewfinder using the following settings.
To use the viewfinder only Adjusting the viewfinder LCD screen LCD screen “LCD ON/OFF” switch [VF/LCD PANEL] menu setting Connected OFF – Not connected – – To adjust the viewfinder angle You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder to suit your shooting style. Getting Started Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD screen can be turned up, down, forwards, or backward to any angle for easy viewing. The LCD screen display orientation can be controlled using the MIRROR switch (p. 114).
Step 6: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder (continued) Step 7: Adjusting the angle of the grip When the picture in the viewfinder is hard to see You can adjust the angle of the grip to suit your shooting style. If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplied large eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and fit it over the groove of the eyecup attached to the camcorder.
1 Move the grip rotate lever to the position shown below, and turn the grip while pressing the lever. b Notes • When finished, always check that the grip is locked in position. • The angle cannot be adjusted beyond the adjustment range. Do not use force to try and rotate the grip. The recommended way of holding and operating the grip is shown below.
Step 7: Adjusting the angle of the grip (continued) Step 8: Inserting a memory card C Hold the grip firmly using your ring finger and little finger.
Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the notched corner in the direction as illustrated until it clicks into place. Memory card slot B Memory card slot A HG Duo” media, or an SD card. Memory card slot B accepts an SD card only. To eject the memory card Lightly push the memory card once. b Notes • If [The image database file is corrupted. The media must be restored to use again.] appears, format the memory card (p. 136).
Recording Recording Recording Your camcorder records movies on memory cards. Do the following steps to record. 1 Set the ON/STANDBY switch D to ON (❙). 2 Press a record button ACF to begin recording. (In the following descriptions, the “record button” refers collectively to the handle record button, START/STOP button on the camcorder, and START/STOP button on the grip.) 1080/60i [STBY] t [REC] The recording lamps BE light up during recording. To stop recording, press the record button again.
z Tips • For details about changing the screen display during recording, see page 122. • Indicators displayed on the LCD screen during recording are shown on page 12. • The recording lamp can be set to stay off ([REC LAMP[F]], [REC LAMP[R]], page 166).
Recording (continued) Recording movies using both memory card A and B (Simul Rec) You can record movies on both memory card A and memory card B simultaneously. Do the following setting before recording. Select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC SET] t [SIMUL/RELAY REC] t [SIMULTANEOUS REC]. b Note • Simultaneous recording (Simul Rec) is not supported when using the following functions.
Adjusting the zoom Attached lens Power zoom lens [ZOOM TYPE] setting OPTICAL ZOOM ONLY ON[CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM] Optical zoom Optical zoom only and clear image zoom supported. z Tip • CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM is a zoom function that features little or no degradation in image quality. Recording Adjusting the zoom with the zoom lever Press the handle zoom lever A or grip zoom lever C slightly to zoom slowly, and press it further to zoom more quickly. Selecting the zoom type 1 Press the MENU button D.
Recording (continued) Adjusting the focus • You can change the handle zoom lever function ([HANDLE ZOOM], p. 150). • You can switch the zoom display between a bar indicator and number indicator ([ZOOM DISPLAY], p. 160) You can adjust the focus manually for different recording conditions. Use this function in the following cases. Adjusting the zoom with the zoom ring You can zoom at the desired speed by turning the zoom ring B. Fine adjustment is also possible.
2 Rotate the focus ring and adjust To measure the precise recording distance the focus. 9 changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any farther, and changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer. To adjust automatically Tape measure hook z Tips • Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61). • You can assign this function to the ASSIGN dial (p. 85). • The focal length information (for when it is dark and hard to adjust the focus) appears for about 3 seconds in the following cases.
Adjusting the focus (continued) release the button, the setting returns to manual focusing. To use focus hold Set the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A to “AUTO,” then press and hold the PUSH AUTO button B. The image is shot with the focus fixed at the point you start to press the button. Keep the button pressed to shoot. If you release the button, the setting returns to auto focusing. Press the FOCUS MAG button A on the grip. The setting changes with each press of the button.
Focusing on a detected face (Face detection) Selection cursor (orange colored frame) The camcorder detects faces and focuses on one of them (default setting is [OFF]). You can use this function when the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A is set to “AUTO.” Priority face frame (double frame) The frame on the priority face changes to a double frame.
Changing the recording setting/image size Selecting the file format and recording format You can select the file format in [FILE FORMAT] and the recording format (bitrate, image size, frame rate, and scanning system) in [REC FORMAT]. You can select either XAVC QFHD, XAVC HD, or AVCHD for the file format on the camcorder. (For details about RAW format recording, see page 70.) Change the image quality according to the recording situation or the playback device.
Frame rate when [60i] is selected The frame rate displayed on the camcorder corresponds to the values in the following table. Frame rate on the LCD screen Actual frame rate 24 23.98 30 29.97 60 59.94 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC SET] t [PROXY REC MODE] t [ON/OFF] t [ON] with the SEL/SET dial. appears on the screen.
Adjusting the brightness You can adjust the brightness by controlling the amount of light, etc., using iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, shutter speed, or ND filter. 2 Press the IRIS button E. next to the iris value disappears. Iris value 3 Set the ND/IRIS switch B to the “IRIS” position. 4 Turn the ND/IRIS dial C to adjust the value. The volume of the light increases the more that you open the aperture (decreasing F value).
and deeper as the aperture is closed. Use the aperture creatively to obtain the desired effect in your photography. • You can assign [IRIS PUSH AUTO] to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). Adjusting the ISO sensitivity/ gain You can adjust the ISO sensitivity and gain manually. to set full auto mode off. Press the ISO/GAIN button G. The ISO value or gain value disappears, or appears next to the ISO value or gain value. z Tips • Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61).
Adjusting the brightness (continued) 3 Turn the SEL/SET dial F to adjust the shutter speed. The following shutter speed adjustment ranges are available: When [60i] is selected: 1/8 to 1/10000 (1/6 to 1/10000 when shooting with 24p) When [50i] is selected: 1/6 to 1/10000 The shutter speed of the same level before changing the [60i/50i SEL] setting is applied. See the following table for the shutter speeds on each level.
To adjust the amount of light (ND filter) Adjusting in variable mode The camcorder features two ND filter modes. You can switch between the two modes using the PRESET/VARIABLE switch B. Adjusting in preset mode “ND” position. Recording 1 Set the ND/IRIS switch C to the 2 Set the PRESET/VARIABLE Set the PRESET/VARIABLE switch B to “PRESET,” and switch the ND FILTER dial A as described below. CLEAR: No ND filter 1: Density set in CAMERA/PAINT t ND FILTER t PRESET1. Default is 1/4.
Adjusting the brightness (continued) Setting auto ND filter * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5). • Can be operated using Direct Menu. However, when full auto mode is on, operating the ND filter using the ASSIGN button or Direct menu is not supported. Zebra 1 / Zebra 2 * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5). • Zebra 1: Set a reference level and range for zebra display. • Zebra 2: Display zebra above a set level.
Adjusting the color tone Adjusting the white balance 3 Set the B/A/PRESET switch D to the desired position. x Setting the A/B value Select A or B for recording with the white balance setting (p. 56) stored in memory A or B. • When using a commercially available ND filter, this adjustment is recommended. Setting value You can adjust and set the white balance according to the lighting conditions of the recording environment. z Tips 1 Press the FULL AUTO button A to set full auto mode off.
Adjusting the color tone (continued) z Tips • You can change the white balance value for outdoor locations when set to (OUTDOOR). Press the WB SET button B and turn the SEL/SET dial. Select a value in the range –7 (bluish) to 0 (standard, default value) to +7 (reddish). You can also set the white balance from the menu ([WB OUTDOOR LEVEL], page 149). • You can change the color temperature when set to [MANU WB TEMP]. Press the WB SET button B and turn the SEL/SET dial.
High Dynamic Range (HDR) * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 4.0 or later (see page 5). Shooting using HDR-compatible picture profile Picture profile HDR-related items The following items have been added. [GAMMA] items (Default setting in bold) Item Description [HLG] Setting equivalent to ITU-R BT.2100. [HLG1] Setting that provides greater noise suppression than [HLG2]. However, the dynamic range that can be shot is narrower.
High Dynamic Range (HDR) (continued) HLG1 to HLG3 Using the gamma display assist function 100% 100 Video output (%) 95% 87% 80 HLG3 HLG2 60 HLG1 40 20 0 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 Gamma input b Notes • The maximum value of the video output varies depending on whether [HLG1], [HLG2], or [HLG3] is selected ([HLG1]: 87%, [HLG2]: 95%, [HLG3]: 100%). Test shooting beforehand is recommended to prevent use of an inappropriate setting during actual shooting.
3 Select one of the following. Icon Meaning [HLG(BT.2020)] in use (Default setting in bold) Description [AUTO] Shooting screen: Automatically corrects the picture according to the picture profile setting. Playback screen: For AVCHD, MPEG HD, and XAVC non-HLG files, automatically corrects the picture according to the current picture profile setting. For XAVC HLG files, automatically corrects the picture according to the gamma and color mode of the playback image.
High Dynamic Range (HDR) (continued) Playback screen “HLG” icon* Gamma display assist icon * Only files recorded in XAVC format. Limitations on HDR files recorded in non-XAVC formats The following limitations apply on files recorded in formats other than XAVCQFHD or XAVC HD. • The fact that the recording used HLG is not registered in metadata. • The “HLG” icon is not displayed on the thumbnail screen and playback screen.
Using Direct Menu For example, the iris value 4 is selected in the following diagram. Orange cursor Recording Direct Menu allows you to change menu settings using single-hand operation from the grip. The following settings can be changed using Direct Menu. • Focus (p. 44) • AE shift level value (p. 149) • ND filter value (p. 53) • Iris value (p. 50) • ISO sensitivity/gain (p. 51) • Shutter speed value (p. 51) • White balance value (p.
Using Direct Menu (continued) 4 Press the multi-selector B to select the setting. The set value is highlighted in reverse black and white, allowing you to change the value. The following diagram shows an example of changing the shutter speed value. Shutter speed value 5 Move the multi-selector B up/ down to display the desired value. Changed shutter speed value 6 To set another item, repeat steps 3 to 5 to move the orange cursor using the left/right keys.
Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording 2 Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t [SLOW & QUICK] t [S&Q MOTION] t [REC FORMAT]/ [FRAME RATE] with the SEL/SET dial D. [REC FORMAT]: You can select the recording format from the following. When [60i] is selected: XAVC QFHD Slow & Quick Motion recording By recording with a frame rate that is different from the playback frame rate, you can record smooth slow motion or quick motion images. b Notes • The supported memory cards vary depending on the file format (p. 38).
Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording (continued) 1080/50p PS, 1080/25p FX, 1080/25p FH Playback speed based on the setting between [FRAME RATE] and [REC FORMAT] during Slow & Quick Motion [FRAME RATE]: You can select the recording frame rate from the following. The playback speeds based on the recording format and frame rate setting are as follows.
XAVC QFHD Recording in Super Slow Motion When [60i] is selected REC FORMAT 2160/24p 2160/30p 30 80% slow 100% (standard) 15 160% quick 200% quick 8 300% quick 375% quick 4 600% quick 750% quick 2 1200% quick 1500% quick 1 2400% quick 3000% quick When [50i] is selected FRAME RATE REC FORMAT 2160/25p 25 100% (standard) 12 208% quick 6 417% quick 3 833% quick 2 1250% quick 1 2500% quick b Notes • The maximum continuous recording time is approximately 6 hours for XAVC and app
Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording (continued) [REC FORMAT]: You can select the recording format from the following. When [60i] is selected: XAVC HD 1080/60p 50Mbps 1080/60p 35Mbps 1080/30p 50Mbps 1080/30p 35Mbps 1080/24p 50Mbps 1080/24p 35Mbps • See page 67 for the relationship between [FRAME RATE] and [REC FORMAT]. • See page 67 for variations in recording times based on [REC TIMING]. 3 Select [EXECUTE]. The Super Slow Motion recording screen appears.
Playback speed based on the setting between [FRAME RATE] and [REC FORMAT] during Super Slow Motion The playback speed based on the recording format and frame rate settings is as follows. When [60i] is selected FRAME RATE REC FORMAT 1080/24p 1080/30p 1080/60p 2.5% slow 3.125% slow 6.25% slow 480 5% slow 6.25% slow 12.5% slow 240 10% slow 12.5% slow 120 20% slow 25% slow 50% slow 25% slow When [50i] is selected REC FORMAT FRAME RATE 1080/25p 800 3.125% slow 6.25% slow 400 6.
Slow-Motion recording at High Frame Rate (HFR) Slow-motion recording at High Frame Rate (HFR) has been added to Slow & Quick Motion recording when the recording format is XAVC HD. Unlike Super Slow Motion recording, video can be recorded up until the remaining capacity of the media runs out, in the same way as for normal recording. Consequently, slow-motion recording is now possible without missing shooting opportunities.
3 Select a recording format. Limitations of High Frame Rate recording (Default setting in bold) 60i 50i 1080/60p 50Mbps 1080/50p 50Mbps 1080/30p 25Mbps 1080/25p 25Mbps 1080/24p 25Mbps – The frame rate is fixed to the following value. When [60i] is selected: 120 4 Select [EXECUTE] or press the S&Q (ASSIGN1) button. 5 Press the record button to begin recording. To stop slow-motion recording Press the record button.
Recording in RAW format using a RAW recorder (sold separately) Preparing to record in RAW mode * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 2.0 or later. An upgrade license for the option is required (see page 5). Obtaining an install key In order to use the RAW recording function on the PXW-FS5, it is necessary to purchase the “CBKZ-FS5RIF” (sold separately), obtain the install key via the Internet according to the following procedure, then install the option on the camcorder.
• • • • • Selecting RAW output and unit recording format Settings (default setting in bold) [60i] 4096×2160/60p 4096×2160/30p 4096×2160/24p [50i] 4096×2160/50p 4096×2160/25p Camera recording formats for RAW output The camera recording format for the format selected using [ OUTPUT FORMAT] is shown below.
Recording in RAW format using a RAW recorder (sold separately) (continued) No icon: A trigger to start recording cannot be sent to an external recorder. b Note • Even when is displayed on the screen, recording to an external recorder may not be carried out correctly, depending on the external recorder’s status (e.g. insufficient free space on recording media, low battery charge, incorrect connection to camcorder). When recording on an external recorder, check that recording is being carried out correctly.
MPEG HD recording * An upgrade license for the option is required for this function (see page 5). On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 3.0 or later (see page 5). Preparing to record in MPEG HD Purchase the MPEG HD Upgrade License “CBKZ-SLMP” (sold separately) r Obtain an install key. (REC/OUT SET) menu t [REC SET] t [REC FORMAT]. 3 Select the recording format.
MPEG HD recording (continued) stops automatically when the maximum recording time elapses. • The camcorder can no longer record when the maximum number of XAVC/MPEG HD files is reached (600). • MPEG HD movies are stored in the [PRIVATE] t [XDROOT] folder on memory cards. (Default setting in bold) 60i 50i 30fps 25fps 15fps 12fps 8fps 6fps 4fps 3fps About proxy recording 2fps 2fps Proxy recording is supported in MPEG HD mode.
REC FORMAT FRAME RATE 1 1080/25p 60i 50i 120fps 100fps 2500% quick 4 Select b Note The same limitations and precautions for XAVC HD also apply for Slow & Quick Motion. See page 63. Super Slow Motion Recording (CAMERA/PAINT) menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t [SUPER SLOW MOTION] t [REC FORMAT].
MPEG HD recording (continued) When [50i] is selected b Note The recording time from when recording starts until recording ends is approximately double the XAVC recording time.
MPEG HD output formats The output signal formats for MPEG HD are the same as for XAVC HD. See page 125.
MPEG HD recording (continued) Recommended memory cards File format Supported memory cards MPEG HD 422/420 SDXC memory cards (Class 10 or U1 or faster) MPEG HD 422/420 SDXC memory cards (U3) (Slow & Quick Motion, Super Slow Motion) MPEG HD 422/420 (Proxy simultaneous recording) SDXC memory cards (Class 10 or U1 or faster) SDXC memory cards (U3) are required for MPEG HD 422/ proxy (9 Mbps) simultaneous recording.
MPEG HD 420 + PROXY (9M) 1080 1080 (1440) 720 HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps) 140 (140) 140 (140) 135 (135) 64GB MPEG HD 420 + PROXY (3M) 1080 1080 (1440) 720 HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps) 160 (160) 160 (160) 155 (155) 64GB Recording • When using Sony memory cards. • The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time. z Tips • The maximum number of scenes that can be recorded is 600 in XAVC and MPEG HD.
MPEG HD recording (continued) MPEG HD 420 Original file Proxy file Image size 1280×720 Frame rate (fps) 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p 9 9 9 3 3 3 Bit rate (Mbps) 1920×1080 60(50)i HQ Yes 30(25)p HQ Yes 24p HQ 1440×1080 60(50)i HQ 1280×720 HQ 60(50)p 640×360 60(50)p Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Streaming supported formats Original file (MPEG HD 422) Streaming data Image size 1280×720 Frame rate (fps) Bit rate (Mbps) 1920×1080 1280×720 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24
About the MPEG format Recording and playback on your camcorder Your camcorder can record in HD, based on the MPEG format. This uses a Long-GOP video compression format for recording.
Audio setup The following jacks, switches and dials allow you to set the sound to be recorded. See page 28 for details about connecting a microphone. Recording sound from the internal microphone You can record sound in stereo using the camcorder’s internal microphone. Internal microphone 1 Press the MENU button I. 2 Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH1 INPUT SELECT] t [INT MIC] with the SEL/SET dial J.
Recording sound from an external audio device To use an external audio device, or a microphone other than the internal microphone, change the following settings. 1 Select the input source. Audio devices Switch position External audio device (mixer, etc.) LINE Dynamic microphones or microphones with a builtin battery MIC +48V powered (phantom power) microphone MIC+48V • If you connect a device that does not support +48V phantom power, a malfunction may result from setting this switch to MIC+48V.
Audio setup (continued) To set both CH-1 and CH-2: Perform both operations above. Setting the Headphone Output * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5). Adjusting the audio recording level When both CH-1 and CH-2 are set to “INT MIC,” both the left and right channels are adjusted by the CH-1 switch C and dial E. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH1 INPUT SELECT] or [CH2 INPUT SELECT] with the SEL/SET dial.
Assigning functions to the ASSIGN buttons/dial Some functions can be assigned to the ASSIGN buttons or the ASSIGN dial. You can assign a single function to each of the ASSIGN1 to 6 buttons and ASSIGN dial. See the referenced page numbers for details about each function. Default function of each ASSIGN button ASSIGN1: S&Q MOTION (p. 63) ASSIGN2: PICTURE PROFILE (p. 103) ASSIGN3: STATUS CHECK (p. 123) ASSIGN4: FOCUS MAGNIFIER (p. 46) ASSIGN5: DIRECT (p.
Assigning functions to the ASSIGN buttons/dial (continued) 3 Select the ASSIGN button to which you want to assign a function with the SEL/SET dial B, then press the dial. [--------] appears if no function is assigned to the ASSIGN button. 4 Select the function that you want to assign with the SEL/SET dial B, then press the dial. ASSIGN1 to 3 buttons 5 Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial B, then press the dial. ASSIGN dial Assigning a function to the ASSIGN dial 1 Press the MENU button A.
Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function of the camcorder The Wi-Fi function of the camcorder enables you to operate the camcorder remotely using a smartphone. Using a smartphone as a camera remote control (One-touch remote (NFC)) Downloading “Content Browser Mobile” To use a smartphone as a remote control for the camcorder, you need to install the dedicated “Content Browser Mobile” application on your smartphone.
Using the Wi-Fi function (continued) • Operations and screen displays of the application may be subject to change without notice by future upgrades. Connecting the camcorder to an Android smartphone equipped with the NFC function using One-touch connection 1 Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [More…] and place a check mark next to [NFC]. 2 Set the camcorder to shooting mode. You can use the NFC function only when (N-Mark) is displayed on the screen.
3 Connect the smartphone to the camcorder, using the information that appears on the screen when the camcorder is ready to be connected. The connection method will depend on the type of smartphone. • Movies cannot be saved on a smartphone. • For details about usage restrictions, see “Function limitations when recording” (p. 180). z Tip • You can assign [SMARTPHONE CONNECT] to an ASSIGN button. You can start [CTRL W/SMARTPHONE] by pressing that ASSIGN button when the shooting screen is displayed (p. 85).
Using the Wi-Fi function (continued) 2 Input the password displayed on the camcorder (first time only). 3 Confirm connection to the SSID displayed on the camcorder. 4 Return to the Home screen, then start “Content Browser Mobile.” For details on how to operate “Content Browser Mobile” after it starts, refer to the Help section in “Content Browser Mobile.
2 Input the password displayed on the camcorder (first time only). Recording 3 Confirm connection to the SSID For details on how to operate “Content Browser Mobile” after it starts, refer to the Help section in “Content Browser Mobile.” displayed on the camcorder. 4 Return to the Home screen, then start “Content Browser Mobile.
Using network functions When the camcorder is connected to a network, you can stream a movie in realtime or transfer recorded files to an FTP server. Configuring a wireless LAN You can connect the camcorder to a network using a wireless LAN. Selecting and registering an access point You can connect the camcorder and an access point using a wireless LAN. 5 Configure the access point settings. IP address Select the IP address configuration method.
3 Press the MENU button. 4 Select (NETWORK SET) t [Wi-Fi SET] t [WPS] with the SEL/SET dial. • After a short delay, the following screen appears. b Notes • For details about the functions and settings supported by your access point, refer to the manual for the access point or contact the access point administrator.
Using network functions (continued) 4 Enter the PIN code displayed on the camcorder screen, within two minutes, into the access point to which to connect. • Connection to the access point is initiated. • [Registered.] appears when the access point is registered successfully. The SSID of the registered access point is also displayed. 5 Select t , and press the MENU button to close the menu screen.
7 Select [Register]. • Connection to the access point is initiated. • [Registered.] appears when the access point is registered successfully. The SSID of the registered access point is also displayed. 8 Select Function 1 Switch character type Characters switch between alphabetical letters, numerals, and symbols. 2 Keyboard Characters are displayed in the order they are selected. 3 Space Enters a space. 4 Input box Entered characters are displayed.
Using network functions (continued) 3 Select [OK]. Configuring a wired LAN You can connect the camcorder to a network using a wired LAN. b Note • If the connection information has been reset, it will be necessary to set up the smartphone again in order to connect it to the camcorder. Displaying the MAC address of the camcorder 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (NETWORK SET) t [Wi-Fi SET] t [DISP MAC ADDRESS] with the SEL/SET dial. Router The camcorder’s MAC address appears.
4 Configure the access point settings. IP address Select the IP address configuration method. When [Manual] is selected, enter the IP address configuration items displayed on the screen, and select [OK]. • Selecting [DNS server setting] on the IP ADDRESS SET screen will display the DNS server setting screen. Using the streaming function (STREAMING) You can connect the camcorder to a network and stream a movie in real-time to external devices.
Using network functions (continued) b Notes 3 Select (NETWORK SET) t [STREAMING] t [EXECUTE] t network connection method. • The network connection starts. • To cancel streaming, press the MENU button or press the ASSIGN button assigned with the [STREAMING] function or select . • When connection is successful, appears on the screen and the camcorder is ready to start streaming. 4 Press the THUMBNAIL button to start streaming distribution. • The screen icon changes to .
• Exposure adjustment (iris, ISO sensitivity/gain and shutter speed) • White balance To stop streaming distribution Press the THUMBNAIL button. z Tip • You can also stop streaming distribution by pressing an ASSIGN button assigned with the [STREAM OPERATION] function (p. 85). When the camcorder is connected to a network, you can transfer recorded movie files directly to an FTP server. Proxy files can also be transferred.
Using network functions (continued) Using FTP transfer You can transfer files by FTP using the connected network. 6 Select the thumbnail of the file you want to transfer, and select . 1 Check that the network settings are configured (p. 92). 2 Press the THUMBNAIL button. 3 Select the media, where the files you want to transfer are stored, and the file format on the thumbnail screen. 4 Press the MENU button.
• FTP transfer is not available in shooting mode. To start a file transfer, first press the THUMBNAIL button to switch to playback mode. • Only wired LAN connection is supported when [AIRPLANE MODE] is set to [ON]. Checking FTP transfer results You can check whether all files have been transferred. If the camcorder is configured to turn off automatically after transfer is completed, it is recommended that you check the transfer results. 1 Write the root certificate to a memory card.
Using network functions (continued) Security in the use of wireless LAN devices • To avoid hacking, access by malicious third parties, and other vulnerabilities, confirm that the wireless LAN is always secure. • It is very important to set up security on a wireless LAN. • If a problem occurs due to inadequate security measures or due to foreseeable circumstances, Sony Corporation is not responsible for any resulting damage.
Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) Picture profile number Example setting OFF Do not use a picture profile. PP1 Example settings of a color tone with [STANDARD] gamma PP2 PP3 Example settings with color tone like an interchangeable-lens still camera movie with [STILL] gamma.
Useful functions (continued) z Tip • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). To cancel the picture profile recording Select [OFF] in step 2 with the SEL/SET dial A, then press the dial. To change the picture profile You can change the settings stored in [PP1] through [PP10]. 1 Press the MENU button B. 2 Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t [PICTURE PROFILE] t picture profile number you want to change with the SEL/SET dial A, then press the dial.
BLACK LEVEL To set the black level. Item Description and settings Sets the black level. –15 to +15 GAMMA To select a gamma curve. Item Description and settings Standard gamma curve for movies [STILL] Gamma curve like an interchangeable-lens still camera movie. [CINE1] Makes soft color images by decreasing dark area contrast and sharpening bright area tone changes (HG4609G33 equivalent).
Useful functions (continued) KNEE To set knee point and slope for video signal compression to prevent over-exposure by limiting signals in high intensity areas of the subject to the dynamic range of your camcorder. When [GAMMA] is set to [CINE1], [CINE2], [CINE3], [CINE4], [STILL], [ITU709(800%)], [S-LOG2], or [S-LOG3], setting [MODE] to [AUTO] will set [KNEE] off. To use the [KNEE] function, set [MODE] to [MANUAL]. 106 Item Description and settings [MODE] Selects automatic or manual mode.
COLOR MODE Selects the type of color. Item Description and settings [STANDARD] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [STANDARD]. [STILL] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [STILL]. [CINEMA] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [CINE1]. [PRO] Natural color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [ITU709]. [ITU709 MATRIX] Gamma curve that corresponds to ITU-709. Black and white. [S-GAMUT/3200K] Applies a combination of the following three settings and three color temperatures.
Useful functions (continued) COLOR DEPTH To set the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value to more positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value to more negative side.
Item Description and settings MEMORY1 REVISION Corrects colors in Memory 1. [PHASE]: Corrects the phase of the color in Memory 1. –15 to +15 (0 for no correction.) [SATURATION]: Corrects the saturation of the color in Memory 1. –15 to +15 (0 for no correction.) MEMORY2 COLOR Sets colors stored in Memory 2. See [MEMORY1 COLOR] for description and settings. MEMORY2 REVISION Corrects colors in Memory 2. See [MEMORY1 REVISION] for description and settings.
Useful functions (continued) DETAIL To set items for the detail. 110 Item Description and settings [LEVEL] Sets the detail level. –7 to +7 [MANUAL SET] [ON/OFF] : Turns on and off the manual detail adjustment. Set to [ON] to enable the manual detail adjustment (automatic optimization will not be performed). [V/H BALANCE] : Sets the vertical (V) and horizontal (H) balance of DETAIL.
COPY To copy the settings of the picture profile to another picture profile number. RESET To reset the picture profile to the default setting. To copy the picture profile setting to another picture profile number 1 Press the MENU button B. 3 Select [SETTING] t [COPY] with the SEL/SET dial A, then press the dial. 4 Select the number of the picture profile that you want to copy to with the SEL/ SET dial A, then press the dial. 5 Select [YES] t [ RETURN] t [OK] with the SEL/SET dial A.
Useful functions (continued) S-LOG3t709(800%): Converts S-LOG3 to ITU-709(800%) equivalent for display. b Note • If [AUTO] is selected for playback, the video is converted for display according to the gamma settings in [PICTURE PROFILE], not the gamma setting (S-LOG2/S-LOG3) of the playback video. z Tip • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). Setting time data The camcorder records movies accompanied by time data, such as time code and user bit.
Preventing accidental operation (HOLD switch) This locks the buttons and switches to prevent recording errors by accidental operation. – MIRROR switch (LCD screen) – Lens switches (lens) z Tip • You can change the functions to be locked with [HOLD SW SET] (p. 166). Reviewing the most recently recorded scene (Last Scene Review) Recording You can review the most recently recorded scene on the LCD screen. This function is available when the function is assigned to an ASSIGN button.
Useful functions (continued) Inverting the LCD screen display You can flip the screen display up/down or up/down/left/right using the MIRROR switch on the LCD screen, and turn the LCD screen 180° towards the lens so that the camcorder can be controlled from the lens side. MIRROR switch position Display state Example display* OFF The image is not inverted (normal position display). Refer to the following diagrams. The image is inverted vertically (bottom/ top).
GPS function * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5). GPS function compatible devices Triangulation status Screen indicators GPS reception status Off No indicator [GPS SETTING] is set to [OFF] or an error occurred. Searching for satellites Searching for GPS satellites. Several minutes may be required to acquire satellites. b Notes Triangulating A weak GPS signal is being received. • The GPS receiver is built into the handle.
GPS function (continued) triangulating icon is not displayed means that position information will not be recorded. • The GPS signal may not be received when indoors or near tall structures. Move to a location with a clear view of the sky. • The recording of position information may be interrupted, depending on the strength of the received signal, even if a triangulating icon is displayed.
b Notes AUTO AREA ADJ Automatically corrects for time differences detected using location information acquired by GPS. Set (SYSTEM) t [AUTO AREA ADJ] in the menu to ON. b Notes • Adjust the date and time on your camcorder before using your camcorder. • There may be discrepancies of a few seconds even when [AUTO AREA ADJ] is activated. • [AUTO AREA ADJ] may not be adjusted to the correct time, depending on the country/region. In this case, set [AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF].
GPS function (continued) receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. The triangulation error of the GPS satellites is about 10 m (33 feet). Depending on the environment of the location, the triangulation error can be greater. In this case, your actual location may not match the location on the map based on the GPS information. Also, the GPS satellites are controlled by the United States Department of Defense, and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally.
Playback Playback Playback Playback 1 Press the THUMBNAIL button B. The thumbnail screen appears. Memory cards Playback mode Previous Thumbnails Next Current movie data (p. 120) • You can turn on/off the date and time display on the thumbnails by pressing the DISPLAY button A. • Icons may also be displayed on thumbnails. Proxy recording (p. 49) icon Protected (p.
Playback (continued) 2 Play back a recording. 1 Select the memory card you want to play back with the SEL/SET dial C. : Memory card A : Memory card B 2 Select the playback mode with the SEL/SET dial C. Playback mode • XAVC QFHD • XAVC HD • AVCHD 3 Select the thumbnail of the movie you want to play back with the SEL/SET dial C. Information about the movie appears in the lower part of the LCD screen.
Playback starts. Stop Previous Slow/Fast reverse Next Slow/Fast forward Play/Pause z Tips You can assign the [THUMBNAIL] button function to an ASSIGN button. When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the thumbnail screen. Select / during pause to play back movies slowly. As you select / during playback, movies are played back at about 5 times t about 10 times t about 30 times t about 60 times normal speed.
Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder 1 Press the MENU button D. 2 Select (DISPLAY SET) t [DATA CODE] with the SEL/SET dial C, or press the ASSIGN button assigned with the DATA CODE function during playback or pause. The screen changes in the order, date and time display t camera data display t no display with each press of the button. Changing the screen display You can display information, such as time code, etc., on the image. Press the DISPLAY button B.
b Notes • Data code cannot be displayed for XAVC QFHD or XAVC HD. • When you play back the memory card on other devices, the camera data may be displayed incorrectly. Confirm the correct camera data on your camcorder. 1 Press the STATUS button A. Checking the camcorder settings (Status check) 2 Turn the SEL/SET dial C until the desired item appears on the LCD screen. Switches in the order AUDIO t OUTPUT t ASSIGN t CAMERA t REC BUTTON SET t MEDIA INFO t BATTERY INFO.
Connecting to a monitor or a TV Playback image quality depends on the type of monitor or TV, and the jacks used to make the connection. Monitor/TV SDI OUT 75 Ω (ohms) coaxial cable (commercially available) HDMI OUT HDMI cable (sold separately) To SDI jack To HDMI input jack : Signal flow Monitor/TV To video jack AV cable (sold separately) To audio jack : Signal flow b Notes • Video signals cannot be output simultaneously from the jacks in the diagram above.
z Tip • VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT are integrated into the Multi/Micro USB jack. To connect to the video jack or audio jack of a monitor or TV, an AV cable (sold separately) is required. VMC-15MR2 is recommended. Selecting jacks for external output 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (REC/OUT SET) t [OUTPUT SELECT] t the jack that you want to use for output with the SEL/SET dial. The signal format of the outputs from the SDI OUT jack, HDMI OUT jack, and multi/micro USB jack is shown below.
Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued) Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p REC/OUT SET> REC SET> FILE FORMAT REC/OUT SET> REC SET> REC FORMAT REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> SDI/HDMI REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> 24p/30p 2160/30p 2160p/1080p/ 480i 24p/30p 2160p/720p/480i 720p/480i 1080/30psf 60P(Pull Down) 1080/60p – 1080/24p 24p/30p 1080/30p 24PsF/30PsF 1080/30psf 60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p – 720/60p 1080/60i 480p No output 480i 480/60i 2160p/1080p/ 480i 2160p/720
Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p REC/OUT SET> REC SET> FILE FORMAT REC/OUT SET> REC SET> REC FORMAT REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> SDI/HDMI REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> 24p/30p 1080/30p 2160p/1080p/ 480i 24p/30p 2160p/720p/480i 1080/30psf 60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p – 24p/30p 1080/30p 24PsF/30PsF 1080/30psf 60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p – 720/60p 1080i/480i 1080/60i 480p No output 480i 1080/60p 720/60p 1080/60i 720/60p 1080/60i 2160p/1080p/ 480i Playback 720p/480i 1080/30
Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued) HDMI OUT output format (when [60i] is selected) –: Independent of set value Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p REC/OUT SET> REC SET> FILE FORMAT REC/OUT SET> REC SET> REC FORMAT REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> SDI/HDMI REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> 24p/30p XAVC QFHD 2160/24p 2160p/1080p/ 480i – 2160/24p 24p/30p 24PsF/30PsF During recording: 1080/24p During playback: 1080/60p 60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p – 720/60p HDMI OUT output signal for
Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p REC/OUT SET> REC SET> FILE FORMAT REC/OUT SET> REC SET> REC FORMAT REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> SDI/HDMI REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> 24p/30p XAVC HD AVCHD 1080/24p 2160p/1080p/ 480i 24p/30p 24PsF/30PsF 60p(Pull Down) 2160p/720p/480i – 2160p/1080i/480i 1080p/480i 24p/30p 720/60p 24PsF/30PsF During recording: 1080/24p During playback: 1080/60p 60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p – 720/60p 1080i/480i 1080/60i 480p 480/60p 2160p/1080p/ 480i 480/6
Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued) Multi/micro USB jack output format (when [60i] is selected) Output is always 480/60i.
Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 50p REC/OUT SET> REC SET> FILE FORMAT REC/OUT SET> REC SET> REC FORMAT REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> SDI/HDMI REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> 50p 1080/50p 720/50p 1080/50i 2160p/1080p/ 576i – SDI OUT output signal format 1080/50p 2160p/720p/576i 720/50p 2160p/1080i/576i 1080/50i 1080p/576i 1080/50p 720p/576i 720/50p 1080i/576i 1080/50i No output 576i 576/50i HDMI OUT output format (when [50i] is selected) Playback 576p –: Independent of set va
Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued) Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 50p REC/OUT SET> REC SET> FILE FORMAT REC/OUT SET> REC SET> REC FORMAT REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> SDI/HDMI REC/OUT SET> VIDEO OUT> 50p XAVC HD AVCHD 1080/25p 2160p/1080p/ 576i – 1080/50p 2160p/720p/576i 720/50p 2160p/1080i/576i 1080/50i 1080p/576i 1080/50p 720p/576i 720/50p 1080i/576i 1080/50i 576p 576/50p 576i 1080/50p 720/50p 1080/50i HDMI OUT output signal format 2160p/1080p/ 576i 576/
• This camcorder is not compatible with “BRAVIA” sync. External output and face detection support when recording in XAVC QFHD (4K mode) Select REC/OUT SET menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [OUTPUT SELECT]. REC/OUT SET menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [OUTPUT SELECT] Settings (default setting in bold) Description [OUTPUT SELECT] SDI, HDMI, VIDEO Selects the external output destination. [QFHD REC OUTPUT] VF/LCD PANEL, EXTERNAL OUTPUT Selects the output destination for video signals while recording in QFHD.
Editing Protecting recorded movies (Protect) Dividing a movie You can protect movies to avoid deleting them by mistake. You can divide a movie at a designated point (AVCHD only). 1 Press the MENU button when the 1 Press the MENU button while thumbnail screen is displayed. playing back movies. 2 Select 2 Select 3 Select the movies to protect. 3 Select X at the point where you (EDIT) t [PROTECT] with the SEL/SET dial. is displayed on the selected image. (EDIT) t [DIVIDE] with the SEL/SET dial.
Deleting movies • Movies recorded in XAVC HD cannot be divided. You can free media space by deleting movies from the memory card. z Tip b Notes • Only simple editing is available on this camcorder. Use commercially available editing software for more advanced editing. • You cannot restore images once they are deleted. • Do not remove the battery pack, the AC Adapter or the memory card that contains the movies from your camcorder during the operation. It may damage the memory card.
Deleting movies (continued) 4 Select t t . Formatting a memory card Formatting deletes all data from the memory card to recover recordable free space. b Notes • Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adapter to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during the operation. • To avoid the loss of important images, you should save them before formatting the media. • Protected movies are also deleted. 1 Press the MENU button.
Preventing data on a memory card from being recovered Unintelligible data can be written on a memory card, making it difficult to recover any original data. It is impossible to delete all data completely, even if you format the memory card. Therefore, when you dispose of or transfer the memory card, it is recommended that you use the following procedure to erase the media. b Notes • It may take from several minutes to several hours to erase data, depending on the capacity.
Repairing the image database file This function checks the database information and the consistency of movies on a memory card, and repairs any inconsistencies found. b Note • Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adapter to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during the operation. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (SYSTEM) t [REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE] with the SEL/ SET dial. 3 Select the memory card for which you want to check the database file.
Using the Menu Operating the menu You can change various settings or make detailed adjustments using the menu items displayed on the LCD screen. 3 Turn the SEL/SET dial until the desired menu item is highlighted, then press the dial to select the item. MENU button SEL/SET dial The menu screen appears. STBY 100% 00:00:08.
Operating the menu (continued) • Items and setting values not available due to other settings are grayed out.
Menu items The function and setting value of each menu item are as follows. The default settings are marked with B. (CAMERA/PAINT) (p.
Menu items (continued) SLOW & QUICK S&Q MOTION HIGH FRAME RATE BOFF, ON REC FORMAT When [60i] is selected: XAVC QFHD 2160/30p 100Mbps *2 B2160/30p 60Mbps *2 2160/24p 100Mbps *3 B2160/24p 60Mbps *3 XAVC HD 1080/60p 50Mbps 1080/60p 35Mbps 1080/30p 50Mbps 1080/30p 35Mbps B1080/24p 50Mbps 1080/24p 35Mbps AVCHD 1080/60p PS 1080/30p FX 1080/30p FH B1080/24p FX 1080/24p FH When [50i] is selected: XAVC QFHD 2160/25p 100Mbps B2160/25p 60Mbps XAVC HD 1080/50p 50Mbps 1080/50p 35Mbps B1080/25p 50Mbps 1080/25p 35Mbps
REC TIMING START TRIGGER, BEND TRIGGER, END TRIGGER HALF 4K SUPER SLOW See page 72. 2K SUPER SLOW See page 72. AUTO BACK LIGHT BOFF, ON FACE DETECTION BOFF, ON VIDEO LIGHT BPOWER LINK, REC LINK, REC LINK+STBY, AUTO AF MICRO ON/OFF ADJUSTMENT BOFF, ON CLEAR ALL ON/OFF BOFF, ON TONE BOFF, ON PICTURE PROFILE See page 103. COLOR BAR (REC/OUT SET) REC SET (p.
Menu items (continued) REC BUTTON SETTING See page 42. OUTPUT FORMAT See page 71.
(DISPLAY SET) HISTOGRAM ZEBRA PEAKING (p. 158) BOFF, ON, ON[ZEBRA POINT] ZEBRA SELECT BOFF, ZEBRA1, ZEBRA2 ZEBRA1 LEVEL 0% to 109% (B70%) ZEBRA1 APERTURE LEVEL 2% to 20% (B10%) ZEBRA2 LEVEL 0% to 109% (B100%) ON/OFF BOFF, ON COLOR BWHITE, RED, YELLOW LCD BRIGHT VF COLOR TEMP. VF/LCD PANEL DISPLAY OUTPUT UB PRESET CENTER BON, OFF TC MAKE ASPECT BOFF, 4:3, 13:9, 14:9, 15:9, 1.66:1, 1.85:1, 2.35:1 UB TIME REC GUIDEFRAME BOFF, ON FOCUS MAG RATIO ×4.0, ×8.0, B×4.0/×8.
Menu items (continued) FTP TRANSFER WIRED LAN SET Wi-Fi SET FTP SERVER SELECT BFTP SERVER1, FTP SERVER2, FTP SERVER3 FTP SERVER1/FTP SERVER2/FTP SERVER3 DISPLAY NAME DESTINATION SET USER INFO SET FTP RESULT IP ADDRESS SET ACCESS POINT SET WPS EDIT DEVICE NAME SSID/PW RESET AIRPLANE MODE ROOT CERTIFICATE NETWORK RESET (SYSTEM) DISP MAC ADDRESS BOFF, ON (p.
(CAMERA/PAINT) menu z Tips • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). • You can display the [EDIT] menu by pressing the MENU button when the thumbnail or playback screen is displayed. Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SET/ STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select (CAMERA/PAINT) with the SEL/SET dial.
(CAMERA/PAINT) menu (continued) The larger the value, the higher the ISO sensitivity. 3 Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial. Setting value The value you can set depends on the [GAMMA] setting of the picture profile.
BOFF, 30dB to 0dB (3dB increments) b Note • This function is not active while you adjust the gain manually. z Tips • Available when [ISO/GAIN SEL] is set to [GAIN]. • The value can be set separately from the one set in [AUTO ISO LIMIT]. WB PRESET You can use the preset white balance. For details, see page 55. b Note The white balance color temperature is fixed to xxxxK when any of the color modes above is selected.
(CAMERA/PAINT) menu (continued) LENS COMPENSATION Enable/disable the lens compensation function. B AUTO Use the lens compensation function. OFF Enable center scan. b Note • For details about usage restrictions, see “Function limitations when recording” (p. 180). z Tip • You can assign [ON/OFF] to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). Do not use the lens compensation function. ZOOM SET ND FILTER Set the preset value of the ND filter. Sets the action when operating the zoom lever.
Select the operation method of the zoom ring on the lens. B LEFT(W)/RIGHT(T) Turn the zoom ring clockwise, as viewed from the body, to more to the telephoto end. RIGHT(W)/LEFT(T) Turn the zoom ring counterclockwise, as viewed from the body, to more to the telephoto end. b Note • This setting is available only when a lens that supports switching the direction of the zoom ring is attached. Cannot be used with lenses that do not support the switching function.
(CAMERA/PAINT) menu (continued) b Note When set to [REC LINK] and shooting in Super Slow Motion, video cannot be recorded while the video light is turned on. To turn on the video light and shoot in Super Slow Motion, set to [POWER LINK]. AF MICRO ADJUSTMENT When you use the LA-EA2/LA-EA4 mount adapter (sold separately) and an A-mount lens, you can register a specific focal setting for that lens. x ON/OFF B OFF Deactivates AF micro adjustment. ON Activates AF micro adjustment.
(REC/OUT SET) menu PICTURE PROFILE Recording settings, input and output settings (REC SET/VIDEO OUT) See page 103. The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select (REC/OUT SET) with the SEL/SET dial. REC SET x FILE FORMAT See page 48. x REC FORMAT See page 48. For details about RAW format recording, see page 71. Using the Menu x SIMUL/RELAY REC See page 42. x REC BUTTON SETTING See page 42. x PROXY REC MODE See page 49.
(REC/OUT SET) menu (continued) x SDI/HDMI You can select the resolution of the output signal from the SDI/HDMI jacks. When [60i] is selected: 2160p/1080p/480i x 25p OUTPUT (when [50i] is selected) Sets the output format when the frame rate in [REC FORMAT] is set to 25p and progressive scan method is selected. B 25p 2160p/720p/480i 25PsF 2160p/1080i/480i 50p(Pull Down) 1080p/480i b Note 720p/480i • This function is available only when SDI/HDMI is 1080p/576i.
(AUDIO SET) menu x HDMI TC OUTPUT You can set whether to output time code to other professional-use devices, using HDMI. B OFF Does not overlay the time code information on the HDMI output signal. Settings for audio recording (AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT/XLR SET, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select (AUDIO SET) with the SEL/SET dial. ON Overlays the time code information on the HDMI output signal.
(AUDIO SET) menu (continued) CH2 INPUT SELECT Sets the CH-2 audio source. B INT MIC Internal microphone. appears on the status check screen. x INT MIC WIND You can attenuate low tone input sound in the internal microphone to reduce wind noise. B OFF INPUT1 Input to INPUT 1 jack. Disables wind noise reduction. INPUT2 ON ( Input to INPUT 2 jack. Enables wind noise reduction. appears on the status check screen. MI SHOE MIC Microphone attached to Multi Interface Shoe.
x INPUT1 TRIM You can adjust the input signal level from the INPUT 1 jack. –18dB, –12dB, –6dB, B0dB, +6dB, +12dB b Note • The setting is not available when you set the INPUT 1 switch to “LINE.” x INPUT1 WIND B OFF • Distortion of high-volume audio may occur in the input stage or the recording stage. To counter distortion of the input stage, adjust the level using the INPUT TRIM function. To counter distortion in the recording stage, reduce the overall level manually.
(DISPLAY SET) menu Display settings (MARKER/DISPLAY OUTPUT, etc.) ZEBRA See page 54. The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items. PEAKING x ON/OFF Press the MENU button t select (DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/SET dial. B OFF Does not display the peaking. ON ( HISTOGRAM The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the image. B OFF Does not display the histogram.
Displays a marker at the center of the LCD screen. • The marker display cannot be output to an external device. z Tips x ASPECT B OFF Does not display the aspect ratio. 4:3, 13:9, 14:9, 15:9, 1.66:1, 1.85:1, 2.35:1 Displays markers at boundaries of display area defined by the aspect ratio. • You can display all types of markers at the same time. • You can obtain a balanced composition by positioning the subject at the cross points of the guideframe marker.
(DISPLAY SET) menu (continued) • The settings appear on the LCD screen during the manual adjustment regardless of the settings of this function. • indicates that the settings are automatically adjusted values. • The displayed settings vary when you press a button assigned with the DATA CODE function (p. 122). AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY B ON Displays the audio level meters on the LCD screen. Audio level meters OFF Does not display the audio level meters.
DATA CODE You can select the information that is displayed during playback. B OFF No information is displayed. DATE/TIME The date and time are displayed. CAMERA DATA Camera data is displayed. z Tips • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). • Displayed only during playback. GAMMA DISP ASSIST LCD BRIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Changes in the LCD brightness are not affect the brightness of recording images.
(TC/UB SET) menu Time code settings (TC PRESET/UB PRESET/TC FORMAT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select (TC/UB SET) with the SEL/SET dial. TC/UB DISPLAY Switches the display between time code and user bits. B TC Displays the time code. U-BIT Displays the user bits. z Tip • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). TC PRESET See page 112. UB PRESET See page 112.
(NETWORK SET) menu TC MAKE Settings for the Wi-Fi function (CTRL W/ SMARTPHONE, etc.) B PRESET Records the newly set time code on the memory card. REGENERATE Reads the last time code of the previous recording from the memory card and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code runs in [REC RUN] mode regardless of the setting of [TC RUN]. The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items.
(SYSTEM) menu Settings while recording or other basic settings (AREA SET/BEEP, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select (SYSTEM) with the SEL/SET dial. STATUS CHECK See page 123. CAMERA PROFILE You can save up to 99 camera profile settings in a memory card and recall them at any time for easy setup.
b Note ON • Slow & Quick Motion and Super Slow Motion cannot be executed when the FULL AUTO button is on (lit). Sets summer time. S&Q BUTTON SET See page 72. ASSIGN BUTTON See page 85. ASSIGN DIAL See page 85. ASSIGN DIAL DIRECTION You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen. GPS SETTING See page 115. GPS INFORMATION See page 116. AUTO CLOCK ADJ See page 116. Using the Menu You can set the direction of the ASSIGN dial. LANGUAGE AUTO AREA ADJ B NORMAL Normal direction.
(SYSTEM) menu (continued) REC LAMP[F] REMOTE CONTROL B ON B ON Turns on the front camera recording lamp. OFF Turns off the front camera recording lamp. z Tip • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). REC LAMP[R] B ON Turns on the rear camera recording lamp. OFF Turns off the rear camera recording lamp. z Tip • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). HOLD SW SET You can set what functions will be locked when the HOLD switch is on.
USB LUN SET You can improve compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB connection. B MULTI Set to [MULTI] in normal conditions. SINGLE Set to [SINGLE] if you are unable to connect using the [MULTI] setting. OPERATION TIME Displays the total hours of operation in 10-hour increments. OPTION VERSION DISPLAY Displays the current version of your camcorder and lens. Be sure to check for firmware updates. Using the Menu Displays the installation status of options.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the flow chart below. 1 Check your camcorder, referring to the items on pages 168 to 174. 2 Disconnect the power source, reconnect the power source after about 1 minute and turn on your camcorder. 3 Press the MENU button and select (SYSTEM) t INITIALIZE. This operation will reset the date, time and area settings. 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct figure. • Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction. • Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace with a new battery (p. 21). • The indicated figure may not be correct in certain circumstances. For example, when you remove the LCD screen, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery.
Troubleshooting (continued) Memory cards The camcorder does not operate with the memory card inserted. • The memory card was formatted on a computer. Format it on this camcorder (p. 136). The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 185). The memory card indicator is flashing. • An error occurred with the memory card during recording. Stop recording to all memory cards, and repair the database files.
The imaging field looks different. • The imaging field may look different depending on the condition of your camcorder. This is not a malfunction. The actual recording time for movies is less than the estimated recording time. • Depending on the recording conditions, the time available for recording may be shorter, for example when recording a fast moving object, etc. (p. 178). The camcorder does not keep the setting changes. • Some menu items return to the default setting when the power is turned off.
Troubleshooting (continued) Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the LCD screen. • This phenomenon appears when using a slow shutter speed (p. 51). This is not a malfunction. The subjects passing by the frame very fast appear crooked. • This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way that the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions.
The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 185). • Only the file name is displayed, if the folder structure does not conform to the universal standard. No sound or only a low sound is heard. • Turn up the volume (p. 121). • Movies recorded with Slow & Quick Motion or Super Slow Motion do not have sound. “---” is displayed on the LCD screen.
Troubleshooting (continued) Copying/Editing/Connecting to other devices Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected device. • Set [DISPLAY OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (p. 161). Sound cannot be added to the recording after recording. • You cannot add sound to the recording after recording on your camcorder. Connecting to a computer The computer does not recognize the camcorder. • Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again securely.
bNotes • The procedure above should not be used during normal operation. It should only be used when the ND filter is no longer moving. The ND unit may become damaged if the procedure is used during normal operation. • After performing the procedure above, the camcorder should be repaired at a service center. • An error message may appear after performing the procedure above, but the camcorder can still record.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators When an error occurs, a warning indicator appears on the LCD screen. If a problem persists even after you have tried resolving the issue a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. (Warning indicators pertaining to memory cards) Slow flashing • Free spaces for recording images are running out. For details about memory cards you can use with your camcorder, see page 38.
Warning messages If a warning message is displayed, follow the instructions. Error messages The following error messages may appear if trouble occurs during FTP transfer or streaming distribution. Try the solution suggested on the display. No registered access point. There are no access points registered. Select (NETWORK SET) t [ACCESS POINT SET], and register an access point. Connection to the access point failed. Please input your password again. Could not connect to the access point.
Additional Information Recording time AVCHD Estimated recording time of movies (Unit: minute) x When [AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT] is set to [LINEAR PCM] (Unit: minute) XAVC QFHD 2160 4K (QFHD) 64GB 4K (QFHD) + PROXY (9M) 60Mbps 100Mbps 100 (100) 65 (65) 60Mbps 100Mbps 85 (85) 55 (55) XAVC HD 64GB XAVC + PROXY (9M) 64GB XAVC + PROXY (3M) 64GB 178 70 (70) 80 (80) 110 (110) 185 (145) 32GB 145 (145) 170 (170) 225 (225) 290 (290) 64GB 290 (290) 340 (340) 450 (450) 590 (590) 2160 64G
• Bit-rate (movie + audio, etc.) and number of pixels of each file format are as follows. – XAVC QFHD 100 Mbps 3840×2160 60 Mbps 3840×2160 – XAVC HD 50 Mbps 1920×1080 35 Mbps 1920×1080 25 Mbps 1920×1080 50 Mbps 1280×720 – AVCHD PS: max 28Mbps 1920×1080 FX: max 24Mbps 1920×1080, 1280×720 FH: approx. 17Mbps (avg) 1920×1080, 1280×720 HQ: approx.
Function limitations when recording Recording format limitations Yes: Supported, No: Not supported 180 Function XAVC QFHD XAVC HD AVCHD FACE DETECTION Yes (See page 133) Yes Yes COLOR BAR No Yes (when proxy recording is OFF) Yes (when proxy recording is OFF) CENTER SCAN No Yes Yes SUPER SLOW MOTION No Yes Yes S&Q MOTION Yes Yes Yes STREAMING Yes (60 Mbps only) Yes Yes DATE REC No Yes (Interlaced recording) Yes (Interlaced recording) SIMULTANEOUS REC Yes Yes Yes RELAY RE
Slow & Quick Motion and Super Slow Motion limitations Yes: Supported, No: Not supported Function Slow & Quick Motion FACE DETECTION No Super Slow Motion No COLOR BAR No No CENTER SCAN Yes No STREAMING No No DATE REC No No SIMULTANEOUS REC/ RELAY REC No No PROXY REC MODE No No Wi-Fi remote control No No Full auto mode No No HISTOGRAM Yes No PEAKING Yes Yes ZEBRA Yes Yes WB SET Yes No FOCUS MAGNIFIER Yes Yes CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM Yes No Additional Information 181
Proxy recording supported formats b Note • Proxy recording is not supported when the following three are selected at the same time.
Streaming supported formats Original file (XAVC) Image size 3840×2160 1920×1080 1280×720 Frame rate (fps) Bit rate (Mbps) 30(25)p 60 24p 60 60(50)p 50 35 60(50)i 50 35 25 30(25)p 50 35 24p 50 35 60(50)p 50 Streaming data 1280×720 30(25)p 24p 3 3 1280×720 24p 1 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Streaming data 1280×720 30(25)p 24p 3 3 Yes Yes Yes Yes 60(50)p 2 640×360 30(25)p 1 24p 1 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Additional Information 1920
Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adapter supplied with your camcorder within the 100 V to 240 V AC, 50Hz/60 Hz range. Viewing on TV Before recording a movie with your camcorder for viewing on a TV, set [60i/50i SEL] to the appropriate TV system for the country/region in which you intended to view the movie. The following shows which countries and regions require [60i] or [50i] setting.
File/folder structure on the memory card The memory card file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/ folder structure, when recording/playing back movies and still images on the camcorder. Proxy file A Image management files When you delete the files, you cannot record/ play back the images correctly. The files are defaulted as hidden files and not usually displayed.
Maintenance and precautions About the XAVC format Recording and playback on your camcorder Your camcorder can record 4K (QFHD) and HD (high definition) based on the XAVC format. This uses a Long-GOP video compression format for recording. Video signal*: MPEG-4AVC/H.
On image data compatibility • If you cannot use a memory card that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder (p. 136). Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card. • You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder: – When playing back image data modified on your computer. – When playing back image data recorded with other devices.
Maintenance and precautions (continued) designated type, remove the battery first, and then attach a brand-new battery or another known-to-be-good battery to see if the charger is working correctly. If the charger is working correctly, the cause could be that the battery is damaged. • If the charge lamp is slow-flashing, the charger is in standby mode and charging is suspended.
x Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as shown below. • When you bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device. • When you bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside. • When you use your camcorder after a squall or a shower. • When you use your camcorder in a hot and humid place.
Maintenance and precautions (continued) x Charging procedure Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adapter or attach a charged battery, and leave it with the ON/STANDBY switch set to STANDBY (1) for more than 24 hours. Note on disposal/transfer of memory cards Even if you use [MEDIA FORMAT] or [DELETE], data from the memory card may not be deleted completely.
Specifications General (width / height / depth) Mass Approx. 830 g (1 lb 13 oz) (body only) Approx. 2.2 kg (4 lb 14 oz) (including SELP18105G, lens hood, eyecup, BP-U30 battery pack, LCD screen, handle, grip w/o grip belt) System Signal format When 60i is selected: NTSC color, EIA standards HDTV 1080/60i, 1080/60p, 720/60p specification When 50i is selected: PAL color, CCIR standards HDTV 1080/50i, 1080/50p, 720/50p specification Video recording format XAVC QFHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Specifications (continued) Lens mount E-mount Minimum illumination 60i: 0.16 lux (F1.4, 1/24 shutter speed, auto gain) 50i: 0.18 lux (F1.4, 1/25 shutter speed, auto gain) Shutter speed 60i: 1/8 sec. to 1/10,000 sec. 50i/24p: 1/6 sec. to 1/10,000 sec.
Frequency band 2.4 GHz band Security WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK NFC NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant Rechargeable battery pack (BP-U30) Maximum voltage 16.4 V DC Nominal voltage 14.4 V DC Capacity 28 Wh Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Index Numeric 24p/30p OUTPUT ..............154 25p OUTPUT .....................154 4K .........................................48 60i/50i SEL.........................166 A AC Adapter...........................21 Access point .........................92 Accessory shoe .....................27 ACTIVE .............................151 AE SHIFT...................149, 171 AF MICRO ADJUSTMENT ............................................152 AGC LIMIT .......................148 AIRPLANE MODE ...........163 AMOUNT ..
HOLD .....................................7 MEDIA FORMAT ............. 136 HOLD SW SET ..................166 Memory card ........................ 38 file/folder structure ..... 185 O OPERATION TIME...........167 Option .....................................5 I formatting.................... 136 Image database file .............138 notes ............................ 186 INDOOR...............................55 “Memory Stick” ................. 187 INITIALIZE .......................
Index (continued) Relay recording ....................41 STEADYSHOT ................. 151 REMOTE..............................31 STREAMING .............. 97, 163 REMOTE CONTROL........166 Streaming ............................. 97 W Remote control .............11, 166 SUMMERTIME ................ 165 Warning indicators .............176 REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE ............................................138 SUPER SLOW MOTION.... 65 Warning messages..............177 Super Slow Motion ..............
Trademarks Notes on the License • “XDCAM” logo is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “XAVC” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” and “MagicGate” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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