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4-426-560-12(1) NEX-F3 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Instruction Manual E-mount Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to the computer Others Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-F3 English 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 upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-F3 Serial No. ______________________________ Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B Serial No. ______________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. CAUTION [ Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions. GB 2 • Do not disassemble. • Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it. • Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. • Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ AC Adaptor Connect the AC Adaptor to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the AC Adaptor, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket). The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically for use with this camera only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment. For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada [ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. [ Battery pack and lens This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. GB 3 For Customers in the U.S.A. UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed. 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.: NEX-F3 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 Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. [ CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. [ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. GB 4 The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For Customers in Europe [ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. [ Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. [ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. [ Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product 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 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. GB 5 In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Notice for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. GB 6 Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ..............................................9 Identifying parts ................................................................10 Charging the battery pack ................................................15 Attaching/removing the lens .............................................19 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) .......................21 Turning on the camera and setting up the date ...............23 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images .........................................................25 Recording movies .............................................................26 Playing back images ........................................................27 Deleting images ................................................................29 Operating the camera .......................................................30 Using the guide function of the camera ...........................32 Using the recording functions Setting the function using Photo Creativity ....................... Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) .................................................................. Using the self-timer........................................................... Shooting still images continuously.................................... Changing the screen display (DISP) ................................ Shooting with various shooting modes ............................. Selecting the flash mode .................................................. Selecting the image size/record setting ........................... 33 36 36 37 37 38 43 45 Using the playback functions Enlarging the playback image (Enlarge Image) ............... 48 Displaying the image list................................................... 49 Viewing images on a TV ................................................... 50 Checking the functions available Menu list............................................................................ 51 GB 7 Functions available for each shooting mode ................... 60 Flash modes available...................................................... 61 Importing images to the computer Installing the software....................................................... 63 What you can do with the supplied software ................... 65 Creating a disc of movies................................................. 67 Others Checking the number of recordable images ................... List of icons on the LCD screen ....................................... Learning more about the camera (α Handbook) ............. Troubleshooting................................................................ Precautions....................................................................... Specifications ................................................................... Index................................................................................. 69 72 76 77 82 87 92 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name GB 8 Lens NEX-F3D E18 – 55 mm and E16 mm NEX-F3K E18 – 55 mm NEX-F3Y E55 – 210 mm and E18 – 55 mm Preparing the camera 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 number of pieces. x Common accessories • Camera (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) Preparing the camera • CD-ROM (1) – Application Software for α camera – α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) x NEX-F3D * Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region. • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) • E16 mm single focus lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1) • E18 – 55 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) x NEX-F3K • Micro USB cable (1) • E18 – 55 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) x NEX-F3Y • AC adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B (1) • E18 – 55 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) • E55 – 210 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1) • Shoulder strap (1) GB 9 Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A B C D Preparing the camera When the lens is removed E F G H I J K L 1) 2) 3) GB 10 Flash ON/OFF (Power) switch (23) Shutter button (26) AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp Lens release button (20) Image sensor position mark Smart Accessory Terminal 2 1) Microphone 2) Lens (19) Mount Image sensor 3) Lens contacts 3) Accessories for the Smart Accessory Terminal can be also attached. Do not cover this part during movie recording. Do not touch this part directly. A B C D E F G H Preparing the camera (flash pop-up) button (43) (Playback) button (27) MOVIE button (26) Soft key A (31) Soft key B (31) Soft key C (31) Control wheel (30) LCD screen You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle, such as for a low-position shooting. Tilt the LCD screen upward about 180 degrees when you take a selfportrait. The 3-second delay selftimer is automatically selected in the default setting. I Speaker J Charge lamp K (USB) terminal L HDMI terminal (50) GB 11 A Battery cover (15) B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera. Preparing the camera C Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. D Battery compartment (15) E Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). F Access lamp (22) G Memory card insertion slot (21) H Memory card cover (21) GB 12 x Lens See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-F3D) E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3D/ F3K/F3Y) Preparing the camera A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. A B C D E F G Hood index Focusing ring Zooming ring Focal-length scale Focal-length index Lens contacts* Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 13 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3Y) Preparing the camera A B C D E F Focusing ring Zooming ring Focal-length scale Focal-length index Lens contacts* Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 14 Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not use it. To avoid missing an opportunity to shoot, charge it again before you shoot. Set the power switch to OFF. 2 While sliding the cover open lever, open the battery cover. 3 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. Preparing the camera 1 Lock lever GB 15 Preparing the camera 4 Close the cover. 5 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or The charge lamp lights orange, and charging temporarily stopped charging starts. because the temperature is • Set the power switch to OFF while charging the battery. If it is set to ON, outside the recommended the camera cannot charge the battery. range Power cord (Mains lead) • When the charge lamp flashes, remove and re-insert the battery pack. Notes GB 16 • If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend • • • • Preparing the camera charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF). The charge lamp may flash quickly when the battery pack is used for the first time, or the battery pack has not been used for a long time. In such cases, remove the battery pack and re-insert it, then charge the battery pack. Do not try to charge the battery pack again right after it has been charged, or when it has not been used after being charged. Doing so will affect the performance of the battery pack. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied). x Charging time The charging time is approximately 280 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Note • The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances. x Charging by connecting to a computer The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. Note • Note the following points when charging via a computer: – If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the camera connected to a computer for an extended period of time. – Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer GB 17 and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off, or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. – We do not guarantee operation with all computers. No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer, a modified computer, or charging via a USB hub. You may not be able to operate the camera properly, depending on the types of USB devices you are using at the same time. z Using your camera abroad — Power source Preparing the camera You can use your camera and AC-UB10/UB10B AC Adaptor (supplied), and the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any countries/regions where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction. x Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD screen. “Battery exhausted.” Battery level High Low You cannot shoot any more image. Note • The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances. z What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera. Using the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack, the remaining battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating conditions of your camera. GB 18 x Removing the battery pack Turn off the camera, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and pull out the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Preparing the camera Access lamp 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 so as 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’s face downward to prevent the dust from entering into the camera. GB 19 3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. • Be sure to put the lens on straight. Preparing the camera Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor. x Removing the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Lens release button Notes • When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera vibrates slightly when it is turned off, due to the anti-dust function, 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 camera with the lens removed. • When you want to use body caps or rear lens caps, please purchase ALC-B1EM (Body cap) or ALC-R1EM (Rear lens cap) (sold separately). GB 20 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Open the memory card cover. 2 Insert a memory card. 3 Close the cover. Preparing the camera 1 Check on the direction of the notched corner. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. x Memory cards that you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of the memory cards. Usable memory card Still image “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media Movie Term in this manual (Mark2) “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media SD memory card (Class 4 or more) SD card SDHC memory card (Class 4 or more) SDXC memory card (Class 4 or more) “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media GB You cannot use MultiMediaCard. 21 Note • Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards.) x Removing the memory card Preparing the camera Open the memory card cover, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and push the memory card once. Access lamp Note • When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. The data may be corrupted. GB 22 Turning on the camera and setting up the date When you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. 2 Press the center of the control wheel. 3 Select your area by pressing the right or left of the control wheel and press the center. Preparing the camera The screen to set date and time appears. • To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF. GB 23 4 Press the left or right of the control wheel to select each item, and press the top or bottom, or turn it to select the numeric value. Preparing the camera Daylight Svg.: Turns on or off the daytime saving time setting. Date Format: Selects the format to display date. • Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 5 Repeat step 4 to set other items, then press the center of the control wheel. Note • You cannot superimpose the date on images on this camera. Using “PlayMemories Home” stored on the CD-ROM (supplied), you can save or print images with date. Refer to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” for more details (page 65). x Resetting the date and time/Checking the current clock setting Select MENU t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup] (page 30, 58). x Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or the battery is installed or not. For details, see page 84. GB 24 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images In the (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. 2 Point the camera to the subject. 3 Mastering the basic operation When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD screen: (Night Scene), (Tripod Night Scene), (Night Portrait), Scene Recognition icon and guide (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro), (Spotlight), (Low Brightness), or (Baby). When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring, then decide on your shot. • Optical zooming is not available with a single focus lens. Zoom ring GB 25 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, beeps sound and z lights up. Mastering the basic operation Focus indicator 5 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. • When the camera detects and shoots a face with [Auto Port. Framing] set to [Auto], the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable composition. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. Recording movies 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. 2 Point the camera to the subject. 3 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. • Focus and brightness are adjusted automatically. • If you press the shutter button halfway down during recording, you will be able to focus more quickly. GB 26 MOVIE button 4 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Notes Mastering the basic operation • The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable the sound recording by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t [Off] (page 57). • The continuous recording time of a movie depends on the ambient temperature or the condition of the camera. • When you are recording continuously for a long time, you may feel that the camera is warm. This is normal. Also, “Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool.” may appear. In such cases, turn the camera off and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again. Playing back images 1 Press the button. (Playback) The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD screen. (Playback) button x Selecting the image Turn the control wheel. GB 27 x Playing back movies 1 Select MENU t [Playback] t [View Mode] t [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View]. • To return to still image playback, select [Folder View(Still)]. Mastering the basic operation 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired movie, and press the center. During movie playback Control wheel operation Pause/resume Press the center. Fast-forward Press the right, or turn it clockwise. Fast-rewind Press the left, or turn it counterclockwise. Forward slow playback Turn clockwise during pause. Reverse slow playback* Turn counterclockwise during pause. Adjust sound volume Press the bottom t top/bottom. * The movie is played back frame-by-frame. GB 28 Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. Display the desired image, and press (Delete). 2 Press the center of the control wheel. • Select Mastering the basic operation 1 to quit the operation. OK z To delete several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete several images at the same time. GB 29 Operating the camera The control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera. x Control wheel Mastering the basic operation When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.) and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When you turn or press the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel following the on-screen display, you can select setting items. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. The arrow means you can turn the control wheel. When options are displayed on the screen, you can browse through them by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/ right parts of the control wheel. Press the center to make your choice. GB 30 x Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen. To use the function shown at the upper right corner of the screen, press soft key A. To use the function shown at the lower right corner of the screen, press soft key B. To use the function shown at the center, press the center of the control wheel (soft key C). In this manual, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the screen. C B In this case, soft key A works as the MENU (Menu) button, and soft key B as the ZOOM (Zoom) button. Soft key C works as the MODE (Shoot Mode) button. Mastering the basic operation A GB 31 Using the guide function of the camera The camera provides various “Help Guides” which explain the functions, and “Shooting Tips” which introduce tips for better shooting. Use these guides to make better use of the camera. x Help Guides The camera displays the Help Guide to explain the selected function, when you change the setting, etc. You can hide the Help Guides by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t [Off]. Mastering the basic operation x Shooting tips You can display shooting tips for better shooting from [Table of contents] by selecting MENU t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List]. You can also assign [Shoot. Tips] to the right key or soft key B. GB 32 Using the recording functions Setting the function using Photo Creativity You can operate the camera intuitively using Photo Creativity, since the screen is designed more for intuitive operations than the normal screen. You can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily. Select MENU t [Shoot Mode] t (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior Auto). 2 Press the center of the control wheel. Using the recording functions 1 The Photo Creativity screen appears. 3 Select the item you want to adjust by pressing the right/left parts of the control wheel. (Bkground Defocus): Adjusts the blurring of the background. (Brightness): Adjusts the brightness. (Color): Adjusts the color. (Vividness): Adjusts the vividness. (Picture Effect): Selects the desired effect filter for shooting. 4 Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel. • Repeat Steps 2 – 4 to combine the various functions. Notes • The Photo Creativity function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. • The Photo Creativity function is only available when [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] is selected. GB 33 x Defocusing the background easily (Background Defocus Control) 1 Select 2 Defocus the background by turning the control wheel. (Bkground Defocus) (page 33). : To focus : To defocus • Select AUTO to restore the original status. • You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect. Note • The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used. z For a better result of Background Defocus • Move closer to the subject. • Lengthen the distance between the subject and the background. GB 34 x Picture Effect 1 Select 2 Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel. (Picture Effect) (page 33). Using the recording functions (Off): Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. (Pop Color): Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. (Posterization: Color): Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors. (Posterization: B/W): Creates a high contrast, abstract look in black and white. (Retro Photo): Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. (Soft High-key): Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. (Partial Color): Creates an image which retains the specified color, but converts others to black and white. (High Contrast Mono.): Creates an image with high contrast in black and white. • You can use more picture effects. Select MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Picture Effect]. GB 35 Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. 1 Press (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel. 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center. When the image is too bright, set [Exposure Comp.] toward –. When the image is too dark, set [Exposure Comp.] toward +. Using the self-timer GB 36 1 Press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel. 2 Turn the control wheel to select 3 Press Option, then turn the control wheel to select the desired mode and press the center. (Self-timer). (Self-timer: 10 Sec): Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. Use this when you want to include yourself in the picture. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates. (Self-timer: 2 Sec): Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. You can prevent blur caused by camera shake that occurs when the shutter button is pressed. • To cancel the timer, press (Drive Mode) again. z To shoot continuously using the self-timer Select (Self-timer(Cont)) from continuous recording after ten seconds. (Drive Mode). The camera starts Shooting still images continuously The camera records images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel. 2 Turn the control wheel to select press the center. Using the recording functions 1 (Cont. Shooting), and z To shoot continuously at a higher speed Select (Spd Priority Cont.) from (Drive Mode) to shoot more images continuously (max. 5.5 images per second). The focus and exposure of the first shot are used for the following shots. Changing the screen display (DISP) 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. GB 37 2 Press DISP repeatedly to select the desired mode. During shooting Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value, except for when [Shoot Mode] is set to [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama]. Display All Info.: Shows recording information. Big Font Size Disp.: Shows only major items in a larger size. No Disp. Info.: Does not show recording information. Histogram: Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder: Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately). During playback Display Info.: Shows recording information. Histogram: Displays the luminance distribution graphically, in addition to recording information. No Disp. Info.: Does not show recording information. Shooting with various shooting modes 1 GB 38 Select MENU t [Shoot Mode]. 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. Using the recording functions (Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. SCN (Scene Selection): Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or condition. (Anti Motion Blur): Reduces the camera shake when shooting a slightly dark indoor scene or a telephoto. (Sweep Panorama): Shoots with panoramic size. (3D Sweep Panorama): Shoots 3D panoramic images used for playback on a 3D compatible TV. M (Manual Exposure): Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed. S (Shutter Priority): Adjusts the shutter speed to express the movement of the subject. A (Aperture Priority): Adjusts the range in focus, or defocuses the background. P (Program Auto): Automatic shooting that allows you to customize settings, except for the exposure (aperture and shutter speed). (Superior Auto): Shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting. Recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions automatically, performs Auto HDR, and chooses the best image. GB 39 x Scene Selection 1 Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 38). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. (Portrait): Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly. (Landscape): Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. (Macro): Shoots close subjects such as flowers, insects, food, or small items. (Sports Action): Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. (Sunset): Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. (Night Portrait): Shoots portraits in night scenes. Pop up the flash to use this mode. (Night Scene): Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. (Hand-held Twilight): Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise. x Anti Motion Blur This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur. GB 40 1 Select 2 Shoot with the shutter button. (Anti Motion Blur) (page 38). The camera combines six shots at high sensitivity into one still image, so camera shake is reduced while preventing noise. x Sweep Panorama/3D Sweep Panorama While you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image. 1 Select (Sweep Panorama) or Panorama) (page 38). 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. (3D Sweep This part will not be taken. Using the recording functions 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD screen. Guidance bar Note • The camera continues shooting during [Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shooting. z Playing back scrolling panoramic images You can scroll panoramic images from the beginning to the end by pressing the center of the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press it again to pause. • Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly. Shows the displayed area of the whole panoramic image. GB 41 x Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. 1 Select S (Shutter Priority) (page 38). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center. z Shutter speed When a faster shutter speed is used, a moving subject such as a running person, cars, and sea spray appears as if they are stopped. When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural and dynamic image. x Aperture Priority You can adjust the range in focus, or defocuses the background. 1 Select A (Aperture Priority) (page 38). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center. • You can record a movie with a value adjusted with Aperture Priority. GB 42 x Program Auto/Superior Auto In Superior Auto mode, the camera shoots with higher quality than Intelligent Auto mode and perform composite shooting as necessary. In Program Auto mode, the camera shoots with various functions, such as white balance, ISO, etc., adjusted. 1 Select (Program Auto) or (page 38). 2 Press the shutter button. Shooting mode (Intelligent Auto) (Superior Auto) Your purpose • To easily recognize the scene and shoot continuous images. Using the recording functions (Program Auto) (Superior Auto) • To shoot with various functions other than the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) adjusted. • To shoot scenes under difficult circumstances, such as when you have dark scenes, or back-lit subjects. • To shoot a higher quality image than that offered by Intelligent Auto. Note • In Superior Auto mode, the recording process takes longer, since the camera must make a composite image. Selecting the flash mode 1 When you want to fire the flash, press the (flash popup) button to pop up the flash. • When you do not intend to use the flash, push it back in place with your finger. (flash pop-up) button GB 43 2 Select MENU t [Camera] t [Flash Mode]. 3 Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. (Flash Off): Does not fire even if the flash is raised. (Autoflash): Fires if it is dark or against light. (Fill-flash): Fires every time you trigger the shutter. (Slow Sync.): Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background. (Rear Sync.): Fires right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter. A trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural image. • The selectable items of the flash mode depends on the shooting mode (page 61). Notes • You cannot select [Fill-flash] with [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto]. • When the camera is charging the flash, blinks on the LCD screen. You cannot press the shutter button when this icon is blinking. The flash range The range of the supplied flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. GB 44 F2.8 F3.5 F5.6 ISO200 1–3m (3.3 – 9.9 feet) 1 – 2.4 m (3.3 – 7.9 feet) 1 – 1.5 m (3.3 – 5.0 feet) ISO3200 4 – 12 m (9.4 – 39.8 feet) 3.1 – 9.6 m (10.2 – 31.7 feet) 2 – 6.1 m (6.6 – 19.9 feet) Selecting the image size/record setting The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. In the case of movies, the larger the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. Press MENU. 2 Select [Image Size] t [Image Size]. For movie recording, select [Image Size] t [Record Setting]. 3 Select the desired mode. Using the recording functions 1 Still [Aspect Ratio]: 3:2 Usage guidelines L:16M 4912 × 3264 pixels For prints up to A3+ size M:8.4M 3568 × 2368 pixels For prints up to A4 size S:4.0M 2448 × 1624 pixels For prints L/2L size L:14M 4912 × 2760 pixels For viewing on a high-definition TV M:7.1M 3568 × 2000 pixels S:3.4M 2448 × 1376 pixels [Aspect Ratio]: 16:9 Usage guidelines GB 45 3D Panorama (16:9) Shoots images using a size suitable for a highdefinition TV. Horizontal: 1920 × 1080 (Standard) Shoots images using standard size. Horizontal: 4912 × 1080 (Wide) Shoots images using wide size. Horizontal: 7152 × 1080 Panorama The image size varies depending on the shooting direction (page 53). (Standard) Shoots images using standard size. Vertical: 3872 × 2160 Horizontal: 8192 × 1856 (Wide) Shoots images using wide size. Vertical: 5536 × 2160 Horizontal: 12416 × 1856 Movie [File Format]: [AVCHD] Average bit-rate Recording 60i 24M(FX)* 50i 24M(FX)** 24 Mbps Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). 60i 17M(FH)* 50i 17M(FH)** 17 Mbps Records standard image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). 24 Mbps Records high image quality moves of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. 17 Mbps Records standard image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Average bit-rate Recording 24p 24M(FX)* 25p 24M(FX)** 24p 17M(FH)* 25p 17M(FH)** [File Format]: MP4 1440×1080 12M 12 Mbps Records movies of 1440 × 1080. VGA 3M Records movies of VGA size. 3 Mbps * 1080 60i-compatible device ** 1080 50i-compatible device GB 46 Notes • When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic images, both edges may be cut off. • Movies recorded with the [60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by “PlayMemories Home” in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc. • To watch 24p/25p movies on a TV, you need a TV that is compatible with 24p/ 25p. If you use a non-compatible TV, the movies are converted to 60i/50i and output to the TV. Using the recording functions GB 47 Using the playback functions Enlarging the playback image (Enlarge Image) 1 Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) button 2 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press (Enlarge Image) (the center of the control wheel). 3 Turn the control wheel to adjust the scaling. 4 Press the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel to select the portion you want to enlarge. • To cancel the operation, select GB 48 . Displaying the image list 1 Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) button 2 Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six images are displayed at a time. Turn the control wheel to select an image. Using the playback functions 3 • To return to the single-image screen, select the desired image, and press the center. z Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen, then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can change the view mode by pressing the center of the control wheel. GB 49 Viewing images on a TV To view images recorded on the camera on a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. 1 Connect the camera to the TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately). To the HDMI connector HDMI cable To the HDMI terminal Note • Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camera), and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on the other end. z Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV You can view 3D images recorded with the camera on a 3D TV connected to the camera using an HDMI cable (sold separately). Select MENU t [Playback] t [3D Viewing]. • For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. z Using your camera abroad To view movies shot using this camera on a TV, the camera and TV must use the same color television system. GB 50 Checking the functions available Menu list When you press MENU, six menu items; [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback], and [Setup], appear on the screen. You can set various functions in each item. Items that cannot be set in the context are displayed in gray. x Shoot Mode Allows you to select a shooting mode, such as exposure mode, panoramic, Scene Selection. The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. Scene Selection Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or condition. (Portrait/Landscape/Macro/Sports Action/Sunset/ Night Portrait/Night Scene/Hand-held Twilight) Anti Motion Blur Reduces the camera shake when shooting a slightly dark indoor scene or a telephoto. Sweep Panorama Shoots with panoramic size. 3D Sweep Panorama Shoots 3D panoramic images used for playback on a 3D compatible TV. Manual Exposure Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed. Shutter Priority Adjusts the shutter speed to express the movement of the subject. Aperture Priority Adjusts the range in focus, or defocuses the background. Program Auto Automatic shooting that allows you to customize settings, except for the exposure (shutter speed and aperture). Checking the functions available Intelligent Auto GB 51 Superior Auto Shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting. Recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions automatically, performs Auto HDR, and chooses the best image. x Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. GB 52 Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting. (Single Shooting/Cont. Shooting/Spd Priority Cont./ Self-timer/Self-timer(Cont)/ Bracket: Cont.) Flash Mode Selects the method used to fire the flash. (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) AF/MF Select Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manual Focus) Autofocus Area Selects the area to be focused on. (Multi/Center/Flexible Spot) Autofocus Mode Selects the autofocus method. (Single-shot AF/Continuous AF) Object Tracking Keeps the focus on a subject while tracking it. Zoom Sets the zoom scale of the [Zoom] feature of the camera. Face Detection Detects people’s faces automatically, and adjusts focus and exposure to suit the faces. (On (Regist. Faces)/On/Off) Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the focus. (New Registration/Order Exchanging/Delete/Delete All) Smile Shutter Each time the camera detects a smile, the camera releases the shutter automatically. (Off/On) Auto Port. Framing Analyzes the scene when capturing a face and saves another image with a more impressive composition. (Off/Auto) Soft Skin Effect Shoots the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function. (On/Off) Shooting Tip List Allows you to access all shooting tips. LCD Display (DISP) Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting screen on the LCD screen. (Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size Disp./No Disp. Info./Histogram/For viewfinder) Finder Display(DISP) Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting screen on the viewfinder. (Disp. Basic Info/Histogram) DISP Button(Monitor) Sets the screen display modes to be displayed on the LCD screen by pressing the DISP button. (Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size Disp./No Disp. Info./Histogram/For viewfinder) x Image Size Allows you to set the image size and aspect ratio, etc. Still Selects the image size. (3:2: L:16M/ M:8.4M/ S:4.0M) (16:9: L:14M/ M:7.1M/ S:3.4M) Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio. (3:2/16:9) Quality Selects the compression format. (RAW/RAW & JPEG/Fine/Standard) Checking the functions available Image Size 3D Panorama Image Size Selects the image size of 3D panoramic images. (16:9/Standard/Wide) Panorama Direction Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting 3D panoramic images. (Right/Left) Panorama Image Size Selects the image size. (Standard/Wide) Panorama Direction Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. (Right/Left/Up/Down) GB 53 Movie File Format Selects AVCHD or MP4. Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies. (AVCHD: 60i/50i 24M (FX)/60i/50i 17M (FH)/24p/ 25p 24M (FX)/24p/25p 17M (FH)) (MP4: 1440×1080 12M/VGA 3M) x Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of the entire image. (–3.0EV to +3.0EV) ISO Sets the ISO sensitivity. (ISO AUTO/200 - 16000) White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions. (Auto WB/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent/ Fluor.: Warm White/Fluor.: Cool White/Fluor.: Day White/Fluor.: Daylight/Flash/C.Temp./Filter/Custom/ Custom Setup) Metering Mode Selects the method used for measuring the brightness. (Multi/Center/Spot) Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light. (–2.0EV to +2.0EV) DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast automatically. (Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR) Picture Effect Shoots with the desired effects to express a unique atmosphere. (Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./ Miniature) Creative Style Selects the image processing method. (Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black & White) x Playback GB 54 Allows you to set playback functions. Delete Deletes images. (Multiple Img./All in Folder/All AVCHD view files) Slide Show Plays back images automatically. (Repeat/Interval/Image Type) View Mode Allows you to determine how to group the playback images. (Folder View(Still)/Folder View(MP4)/AVCHD View) Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index screen. (6 Images/12 Images) Rotate Rotates images. Protect Protects images, or cancels the protection. (Multiple Img./Cancel All Images/Cancel All Movies(MP4)/Cancel All AVCHD view files) 3D Viewing Connects to a 3D compatible TV and allows you to view 3D images. Enlarge Image Enlarges the image. Sets the sound volume of movies. Specify Printing Selects the images to print, or makes printing settings. (DPOF Setup/Date Imprint) Display Contents Switches the information to be displayed on the playback screen. (Display Info./Histogram/No Disp. Info.) Checking the functions available Volume Settings x Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim places. (Auto/Off) Red Eye Reduction Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to prevent eyes from being shot in red. (On/Off) FINDER/LCD Setting Sets how to switch between an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) and the LCD screen. (Auto/Manual) GB 55 GB 56 Live View Display Allows you to choose whether or not to show the value of exposure compensation, etc. on the screen display. (Setting Effect ON/Setting Effect OFF) Auto Review Sets the display time of the image right after shooting. (10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off) Grid Line Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the composition of images. (Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/ Off) Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color. (High/Mid/Low/Off) Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function. (White/Red/Yellow) Clear Image Zoom Zooms an image with higher quality than Digital Zoom. (On/Off) Digital Zoom Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear Image Zoom. This feature can be also available in movie recording. (On/Off) Self-portrait Self-timer Sets whether to set the shooting mode to the 3-second delay self-timer or not when the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees. (On/Off) S. Auto Image Extract. Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in Superior Auto mode. (Auto/Off) MF Assist Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. (On/Off) MF Assist Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form. (No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec) Color Space Changes the range of color reproduction. (sRGB/AdobeRGB) SteadyShot Sets camera shake compensation. (On/Off) Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. (Enable/Disable) Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor attached (sold separately). (On/Off) Front Curtain Shutter Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter function. (On/Off) Long Exposure NR Sets the noise reduction processing for long exposure shootings. (On/Off) High ISO NR Sets the noise reduction processing for high ISO sensitivity shootings. (Normal/Low) Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen. (Auto/Off) Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen. (Auto/Off) Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion on the screen. (Auto/Off) Face Priority Tracking Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or not when the camera detects that face during object tracking. (On/Off) Movie Audio Rec Sets the sound for movie recording. (On/Off) Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie recording. (On/Off) AF Micro Adj. Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). (AF Adjustment Setting/amount/Clear) Checking the functions available Release w/o Lens Main Settings Menu start Selects a first-displayed menu from the top menu or the last menu screen. (Top/Previous) GB 57 Custom Key Settings Assigns functions to the various keys. (Right Key Setting/Soft key B Setting/Soft key C Setting/Custom) Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. (On/Off) Language GB 58 Selects the language used on the screen. Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time. Area Setting Selects the area where you are using the camera. Help Guide Display Turns the Help Guide on or off. (On/Off) Eco Mode Sets the level of the power saving feature. (Max/Standard) Power Save Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save mode. (30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec) LCD Brightness Sets the brightness of the LCD screen. (Manual/Sunny Weather) Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately). (Auto/Manual) Display Color Selects the color of the LCD screen. (Black/White/Blue/Pink) Wide Image Selects a method to display wide images. (Full Screen/Normal) Playback Display Selects the method used to play back portrait images. (Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate) HDMI Resolution Set resolution when connected to HDMI TV. (Auto/1080p/1080i) CTRL FOR HDMI Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compliant TV’s Remote Control. (On/Off) USB Connection Selects the method used for a USB connection. (Auto/Mass Storage/MTP) Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor. Version Displays the version of the camera and the lens. Demo Mode Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with movies. (On/Off) Reset Default Resets the camera to the factory-settings. Memory Card Tool Format Formats the memory card. File Number Selects the method used for assigning file numbers to images. (Series/Reset) Folder Name Selects the folder name format. (Standard Form/Date Form) Select Shoot. Folder Selects the recording folder. New Folder Creates a new folder. Recover Image DB Repairs the image database file when inconsistencies are found. Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card. Eye-Fi Setup* Upload Settings Sets the upload function of the camera when an Eye-Fi card is used. (On/Off) Checking the functions available * Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. Do not use an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera on an airplane. If there is an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. GB 59 Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (Intelligent Auto) (Superior Auto) Exposure Comp. Self-timer Cont. Shooting Face Detection Picture Effect – – – – (Sweep Panorama) – – – – (3D Sweep Panorama) – – – – – – – – – (Anti Motion Blur) SCN (Scene Selection) – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – P (Program Auto) A (Aperture Priority) S (Shutter Priority) M (Manual Exposure) – Note GB 60 • The functions available may be limited also by conditions other than the shooting mode. Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Flash Off Autoflash (Intelligent Auto) (Superior Auto) Fill-flash Slow Sync. Rear Sync. – – – – – – – – – – (3D Sweep Panorama) – – – – – – – – – – – – (Anti Motion Blur) SCN (Scene Selection) – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – P (Program Auto) – – A (Aperture Priority) – – S (Shutter Priority) – – M (Manual Exposure) – – Checking the functions available (Sweep Panorama) – – Notes • The flash modes may be limited also by conditions other than the shooting mode. • Even if you select a workable flash mode, the flash does not fire unless it is raised. GB 61 • [Autoflash] can be selected when [Shoot Mode] is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], or certain [Scene Selection] modes only. GB 62 Importing images to the computer Installing the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: • “Image Data Converter” You can open RAW format image files. • “PlayMemories Home” (Windows only) You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to enhance the images you have shot. Notes • Log on as Administrator. • Use “Image Data Converter” to play back RAW images. • If “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a camera that was purchased before 2011 has already been installed on the computer, “PMB” will be overwritten by “PlayMemories Home,” and you may be unable to use some functions of “PMB” that were previously available. • “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied with the Mac computer. x Windows OS (pre-installed) Microsoft Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista** SP2/ Windows 7 SP1 “PlayMemories Home” CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster (Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster (AVC HD (FX/ FH))) Memory: Windows XP 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is recommended), Windows Vista/Windows 7 1 GB or more Hard Disk: Disk space required for installation— approximately 500 MB Display: Screen resolution—1024 × 768 dots or more “Image Data Converter Ver.4” CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster/1 GB or more Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more * 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs. Importing images to the computer The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. GB 63 ** Starter (Edition) is not supported. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (PMHOME) t [Install.exe]. • If the AutoPlay screen appears, select “Run Install.exe” and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Connect the camera to the computer. 3 Click [Install]. 4 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete. • Make sure that both “Image Data Converter” and “PlayMemories Home” are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. • DirectX may be installed depending on the system environment of your computer. The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop. “Image Data Converter” “PlayMemories Home” “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” x Mac The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. GB 64 OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 to v10.7 “Image Data Converter”: Mac OS X v10.5/10.6 (Snow Leopard)/10.7 (Lion) “Image Data Converter Ver.4” CPU: Intel processors, such as Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/ Core 2 Duo Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended. Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more 1 Turn on your Mac computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon. 3 Copy the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the [MAC] folder to the hard disk icon. 4 Double-click the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the copy-to folder. • Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. What you can do with the supplied software x “PlayMemories Home” Importing images to the computer With “PlayMemories Home” you can do the following, etc.: • To set images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • To organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. • To retouch (Red Eye Correction, etc.), print, and send still images as e-mail attachments, change the shooting date and more. • To print or save still images with the date. • To create a Blu-ray Disc or DVD disc from AVCHD movies imported to a computer. (An internet connection environment is required when a Blu-ray Disc/DVD disc is created for the first time.) For details on “PlayMemories Home,” refer to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide”. Double-click the shortcut of (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. “PlayMemories Home” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Note • “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied with the Mac computer. GB 65 x “Image Data Converter” With “Image Data Converter” you can do the following, etc.: • To edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections, such as tone curve, and sharpness. • To adjust images with white balance, exposure, and Creative Style, etc. • To save the images displayed and edited on a computer. You can either save the image as RAW format or save it in the general file format. • To display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images recorded by this camera. • To rank images in 5 grades. • To apply color labels, etc. For details on “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. “Image Data Converter” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ GB 66 Creating a disc of movies You can create a disc from AVCHD movies that have been recorded with this camera. Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. Select the method that suits your disc player. Here, two ways of creating a disc of movies are described; creating a disc with a computer using PlayMemories Home or creating a disc with devices other than a computer such as a recorder. Disc type/usage Record setting available FX Player FH Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) To keep high-definition image quality (HD) To keep standard definition image quality (STD) –* –* Ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD player, computer that can play DVD, etc.) –* Importing images to the computer To keep high-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) * When creating a disc using “PlayMemories Home,” changing the image quality to a lower setting allows you to create a disc. x Creating a disc using a computer You can import AVCHD movies to a computer using “PlayMemories Home” and create an AVCHD recording disc or a standard definition image quality (STD) disc. For details on the method for creating a disc using “PlayMemories Home,” see “PlayMemories Home Help Guide.” GB 67 Notes • To create a Blu-ray Disc with “PlayMemories Home,” you have to install proprietary add-on software. For details, access following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ • The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions. • Movies recorded with the [60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by “PlayMemories Home” in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc. x Creating a disc with a device other than a computer You can create a disc with a Blu-ray Disc recorder etc. The disc type you can create depends on the device used. Device Disc type Blu-ray Disc recorder: To create a Blu-ray Disc or DVD with standard image quality (STD) Highdefinition image quality (HD) Standard definition image quality (STD) HDD recorder, etc.: To create a DVD with standard image quality (STD) Standard definition image quality (STD) Note • For details on how to create a disc, refer to the operating instructions of the device you use. GB 68 Others Checking the number of recordable images Once you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to ON, the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the LCD screen. Notes • When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in the current memory card (page 29). • When “NO CARD” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card. x Number of still images and time of movies that can be recorded on a memory card Still images The table shows the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. Others Image size: L 16M Aspect ratio: 3:2* (Units: images) Capacity Quality 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 6700 Standard 410 820 1650 3350 Fine 295 590 1150 2400 4800 80 160 325 650 1300 110 220 445 890 1750 RAW & JPEG RAW * When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above (except for [RAW]). GB 69 Movies The table below shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes per recording. The maximum size of an MP4 movie file is about 2 GB. (h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 10 m 30 m 1h 2h 4h5m 24p 24M(FX) 25p 24M(FX) 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3h 24p 17M(FH) 25p 17M(FH) 10 m 30 m 1h 2h 4h5m Record Setting 1440×1080 12M VGA 3M 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 45 m 5 h 30 m 1 h 10 m 2 h 25 m 4 h 55 m 10 h 20 h 5 m Note • The recording time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Variable Bit Rate) which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recording time is shorter because a lot of memory needed to record. The recording time also vary depending on the shooting condition or your subject or the setting of image quality/size. GB 70 x Number of still images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can be recorded is 470 images when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the actual numbers may be less depending on the conditions of use. • The number is calculated with a battery pack at full capacity and in the following situation: – At an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). – [Quality] is set to [Fine]. – [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF]. – Shooting once every 30 seconds. – The flash strobes once every two times. – The power turns on and off once every ten times. – Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the charge lamp goes out. – Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately). • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Others GB 71 List of icons on the LCD screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Shooting standby A Display Indication Shoot Mode M PAS Scene Selection Graphic display Scene Recognition Movie recording Aspect ratio of still images 16M 14M 8.4M 7.1M 4M 3.4M Image size of still images RAW RAW+J FINE STD Image quality of still images 100 Number of recordable still images Playback GB 72 Display Indication 60i/50i Recording mode of movies 60i/50i Display Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) connection error 24p/25p 24p/25p Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) overheating warning Memory card/ Upload 123Min Indication Overheating warning Database file full/ Database file error Recordable time of movies View mode Eco Mode 100% Remaining battery 101-0012 Smart Zoom Playback folder – File number Protect Clear Image Zoom Print order Digital Zoom B Display AF illuminator Others Flash charge in progress Indication Soft keys Live view Does not record sound during movie recording SteadyShot/ SteadyShot warning ZOOM C Display Indication Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction GB 73 Display Indication Display ±0.0 Indication Smile Shutter Flash compensation Drive Mode Picture Effect Self-portrait Selftimer Smile detection sensitivity indicator Metering Mode Focus mode Focus area mode AWB Face Detection D White Balance Display Indication z Focus status 1/125 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value 7500K A7 G7 Soft Skin Effect ±0.0 Metered manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation DRO/Auto HDR ISO400 ISO sensitivity Auto Port. Framing AE lock Creative Style Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator REC 0:12 GB 74 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Display Indication 2012-1-1 9:30AM Recorded date/time of the image 12/12 Image number/ Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when Picture Effect did not work on the image. Histogram Others GB 75 Learning more about the camera (α Handbook) “α Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. x For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Click [Handbook]. 3 Click [Install]. 4 Start “α Handbook” from the shortcut on the desktop. x For Mac users GB 76 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Select the [Handbook] folder and copy “Handbook.pdf” stored in the [GB] folder to your computer. 3 After copying is complete, double-click “Handbook.pdf.” Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 77 to 81. Also refer to “α Handbook” (PDF). 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, reinsert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 59). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • When you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to push the lock lever (page 15). • You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. Others The remaining battery indicator is incorrect, or sufficient remaining battery indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly. • This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • The battery pack is discharged. Install a charged battery pack (page 15). • The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one. Cannot turn on the camera. • Install the battery pack correctly (page 15). • The battery pack is discharged. Install a charged battery pack (page 15). • The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one. The power turns off suddenly. • When the camera or battery pack is too warm, the camera displays a warning message and turns off automatically to protect the camera. GB 77 • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. The charge lamp on the camera flashes when charging the battery pack. • You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. • If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp may flash. • The charge lamp flashes in two ways, fast (about 0.3-second intervals) and slow (about 1.3-second intervals). If it is flashing fast, remove the battery pack and reattach the same battery pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. If the charge lamp flashes fast again, it suggests that there is something wrong with the battery pack, AC Adaptor (supplied), or USB cable. Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack. Charging will resume and the charge lamp will be lit when the ambient temperature returns to within the suitable temperature. Charge the battery pack under the suitable temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The battery has not been charged even if the charge lamp has turned off. • This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. Charge the battery pack under the suitable temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The battery pack is not charged. • When the battery pack is not charged (the charge lamp does not light) even if you follow the proper charging procedure, remove the battery pack and reinsert the same battery pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. Shooting images Nothing is displayed on the LCD screen when the power is turned on. • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. GB 78 The shutter does not release. • You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. • Check the free capacity of the memory card. • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • The lens is not attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page 19). Recording takes a long time. • The noise reduction function is turned on. This is not a malfunction. • You are shooting in the RAW mode. Since the RAW data file is large, the RAW mode shooting may take time. • The Auto HDR is processing an image. The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens. • You are shooting in manual focus mode. Set [AF/MF Select] to [Autofocus]. • Ambient light is insufficient. • The subject may require special focusing. Use the [Flexible Spot] or manual focus function. The flash does not work. • Press the (flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash (page 43). • You cannot use a flash with the following shooting mode: [Bracket: Cont.] [Sweep Panorama] [3D Sweep Panorama] [Night Scene] and [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] [Anti Motion Blur] Movie recording Others – – – – – – Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. • Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. The flash takes too long to recharge. • The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the flash. GB 79 The image taken with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is beyond the flash range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject. If the ISO is changed, the flash range also changes with it (page 44). The date and time are recorded incorrectly. • Set the correct date and time (page 23). • The area selected with [Area Setting] is different from the actual area. Set the actual area by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting]. The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. • Since the subject is too bright or too dark, it is beyond the available range of the camera. Adjust the setting again. The image is whitish (Flare). Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. When using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The corners of the picture are too dark. • If any filter or hood is used, take it off and try shooting again. Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood, the filter or the hood may partially appear on the image. The optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient light). You may compensate for this phenomenon with [Lens Comp.: Shading]. The eyes of the subject come out red. • Activate the Red Eye Reduction function. • Get close to the subject, and shoot the subject within the flash range (page 44) using the flash. Dots appear and remain on the LCD screen. • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 82). The image is blurred. GB 80 • The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended (page 43). [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] (page 40) and [Anti Motion Blur] (page 40) are also effective in reducing blur. The exposure value is flashing on the LCD screen or the viewfinder. • The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera. The self-timer lamp does not flash. • When the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees with [Self-portrait Self-timer] set to [On], the self-timer lamp does not flash. Viewing images Images cannot be played back. • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection. • Use “PlayMemories Home” to play images stored on a computer with this camera. Others GB 81 Precautions GB 82 On the functions available with the camera On the LCD screen and lens • Your camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible. To check whether the camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible camera: 60i 1080 50i-compatible camera: 50i • You may feel uncomfortable symptoms such as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling while watching 3D images recorded with the camera on 3D compatible monitors. When you watch 3D images, we recommend that you take a break at regular time intervals. Since the need for or frequency of break times varies between individuals, please set your own standards. If you feel sick, stop watching 3D images, and consult a doctor as needed. Also, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera. A child's vision is always vulnerable (especially for children under six years of age). Before allowing them to watch 3D images, please consult with an expert, such as a pediatric or ophthalmic doctor. Make sure your children follow the precautions above. • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in any way. Black, white, red, blue and green points • Do not hold the camera by taking hold of the LCD screen. • A magnet is attached to the hinge of the LCD screen. Do not put objects that are affected by magnetic fields, such as a floppy disk or a credit card, between the LCD screen and the camera body. Magnet • Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. When turning on the camera in a cold location, the LCD screen may become temporarily dark. • Do not press against the LCD screen. The monitor may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction. • Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight. If sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it may cause a fire. When you must place the camera under direct sunlight, attach the front lens cap. On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera. Using the products of other manufacturers may cause the camera not to operate to its capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera. On the Smart Accessory Terminal 2 Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, dry or humid place • • • On the grip The grip is applied with a special coating. It may be discolored if it is rubbed with dark colored cloth, leather, etc. On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the camera. Others Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove an accessory, such as the flash, to the Smart Accessory Terminal 2. When attaching an accessory, plug the accessory into the Smart Accessory Terminal 2 to the end and fasten the screw. Make sure that the accessory is attached to the camera securely. • In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. In a location subject to rocking vibration Near strong magnetic place 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. On the temperature of the camera Your camera and battery may get hot due to continuous use, but it is not a malfunction. On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended. GB 83 On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. record the date and time. If the camera resets the settings to the defaults each time you charge the battery, the internal rechargeable battery may be dead. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. How to prevent moisture condensation Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over about an hour. Insert a charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On the internal rechargeable battery GB 84 This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or the battery is installed or not. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods, it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about three months it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera. However, even if this rechargeable battery is not charged, you can still use the camera as long as you do not On memory cards Do not attach a label, etc. on a memory card or a card adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. On recording/playback • When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save precious data on a computer, etc. • If you repeatedly record/delete images, fragmentation of data may occur on the memory card. Movies may not be able to be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images to a computer or other storage location, then format the memory card. • The recorded contents cannot be compensated for even if recording or playback is not possible due to a • • • • • • • • • • of children. A memory card, etc., may be swallowed. If such problem occurs, consult a doctor immediately. On RAW images To view RAW images recorded with the camera, “Image Data Converter” on the CD-ROM (supplied) is required. If you do not intend to modify the images you record, we recommend that you shoot images using the JPEG format. Notes when playing movies on other devices • This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played by the following devices. – Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High Profile – Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format • This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264. • Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices. DVDbased players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible with the AVCHD format. Also, DVD-based Others • malfunction of the camera or memory card, etc. To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to other medium. Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof. Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the malfunction of the camera. Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause a malfunction of the lens. Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly. Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 84). Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images, this may render the memory card unusable, or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss. Clean the flash surface with a soft cloth. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt to adhere on the flash surface, resulting in smoking or scorching. Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach GB 85 players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs. 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. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera. On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions, except as described in this manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a battery pack that is charged for an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out. GB 86 Specifications Camera [System] Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital camera Lens: E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image sensor: 23.5 × 15.6 mm (APS-C format) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor: Approx. 16 500 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 16 100 000 pixels Movies: 1/4 000 second to 1/4 second, up to 1/30 in AUTO mode (1/3 EV step) Flash sync speed: 1/160 second [Recording media] “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, SD card [LCD screen] LCD panel: 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive Total number of dots: 921 600 (640 × 3 (RGB) × 480) dots [Anti-dust] [Input/output terminals] System: Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism USB: Micro USB type B connector HDMI: HDMI type C minijack [Auto focus system] Used battery pack: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 System: Contrast detection system Sensitivity range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens) [Exposure control] [Shutter] Type: Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type Speed range: Still images: 1/4 000 second to 30 seconds (1/3 EV step), BULB [Others] Exif Print: Compatible PRINT Image Matching III: Compatible Dimensions (CIPA compliant): Approx. 117.3 mm × 66.6 mm × 41.3 mm (4 5/8 inches × 2 5/8 inches × 1 11/16 inches) (W/H/D) Mass (CIPA compliant): Approx. 314 g (11.1 oz) (including battery and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media) Approx. 255 g (9.0 oz) (camera only) Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) File format: Still image: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant, DPOF compatible Others Metering method: 1 200-segment metering by the image sensor Metering range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens) ISO sensitivity (Recommended exposure index): Still images: AUTO, ISO 200 – 16 000 Movies: AUTO, ISO 200 – 3 200 equivalent Exposure compensation: ±3.0 EV (1/3 EV step) [Power] GB 87 3D still images: MPO (MPF Extended (Disparity Image)) compliant Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Movie (MP4 format): Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) [Flash] Flash guide number: GN 6 (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) AC Adaptor AC-UB10/ UB10B GB 88 Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA Output voltage: DC 5 V, 0.5 A Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions: Approx. 50 mm × 22 mm × 54 mm (2 inches × 7/8 inches × 2 1/4 inches) (W/H/D) Mass: For the USA and Canada: Approx. 48 g (1.7 oz) For countries or regions other than the USA and Canada: Approx. 43 g (1.5 oz) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V Maximum charge current: 1.02 A Capacity: Typical 7.7 Wh (1 080 mAh) Minimum 7.3 Wh (1 020 mAh) Maximum dimensions: Approx. 31.8 × 18.5 × 45 mm (1 5/16 × 3/4 × 1 13/16 inches) (W/H/D) Mass: Approx. 57 g (2.1 oz) Lens Lens E16 mm single focus lens E18 – 55 mm zoom lens E55 – 210 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-F3D NEX-F3D/F3K/ F3Y NEX-F3Y 24 27 - 82.5 82.5 - 315 Lens groups-elements 5-5 9-11 9-13 Angle of view1) 83° 76° - 29° 28.2° - 7.8° 0.24 (0.79) 0.25 (0.82) 1.0 (3.28) Maximum magnification (×) 0.078 0.3 0.225 Minimum f-stop f/22 f/22 - f/32 f/22 - f/32 Filter diameter (mm) 49 49 49 62.0 × 22.5 (2 1/2 × 29/32) 62.0 × 60.0 (2 1/2 × 2 3/8) 63.8 × 108 (2 5/8 × 4 3/8) 67 (2.4) 194 (6.8) 345 (12.2) Approx. 4 steps Approx. 4 steps Minimum focus (m (feet)) 2) Dimensions (max. diameter × height) (mm (in.)) Mass (g (oz.)) Compensation effect3) 1) 2) 3) 4) – 4) Others Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length1) (mm) The values for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject. Shutter speed (differs with shooting conditions) The optical shake compensation function is not available. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. GB 89 On focal length The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mm-format film camera. You can find the approximate equivalent of the focal length of a 35 mm-format film camera, and shoot with the same picture angle, by increasing the focal length of your lens by half. For example, by using a 50 mm lens, you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format film camera. On image data compatibility • This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed. Trademarks • GB 90 is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” , “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” , “Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “PhotoTV HD” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™ are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. • “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • Mac and Mac OS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. • PowerPC is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation in the United States. • Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. • SDXC logo is trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi Inc. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. • “ ” and “PlayStation” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • Adobe is a registered trademark or a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/ or other countries. • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. • Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) • The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download. Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available. Others GB 91 Index Numerics 3D Sweep Panorama.................... 41 3D Viewing.................................. 50 A AF Illuminator ............................. 55 AF Micro Adj. ............................. 57 AF/MF Select............................... 52 Anti Motion Blur ......................... 40 Aperture Priority .......................... 42 Area Setting ................................. 58 Aspect Ratio................................. 53 Auto Port. Framing ...................... 52 Auto Review ................................ 56 Autofocus Area ............................ 52 Autofocus Mode .......................... 52 DISP Button(Monitor) ................ Display Card Space ..................... Display Color .............................. Display Contents ......................... Drive Mode ................................. DRO/Auto HDR.......................... DVD ............................................ 53 59 58 37 52 54 68 E Eco Mode .................................... Enlarge ........................................ Enlarge Image ............................. Exposure compensation .............. Eye-Fi Setup................................ Eye-Start AF................................ 58 48 48 36 59 57 F B Background Defocus Control ...... 34 Battery pack ................................. 15 Beep ............................................. 58 C Charging time .............................. 15 Cleaning Mode............................. 58 Clear Image Zoom ....................... 56 Color Space.................................. 56 Computer ..................................... 63 Cont. Shooting ............................. 37 Control wheel............................... 30 Creating a disc of movies ............ 67 Creative Style............................... 54 CTRL FOR HDMI....................... 58 Custom Key Settings ................... 58 Face Detection............................. Face Priority Tracking................. Face Registration......................... File Format .................................. File Number ................................ Fill-flash ...................................... Finder Display(DISP).................. FINDER/LCD Setting ................. Flash Comp. ................................ Flash Mode.................................. Folder Name................................ Format ......................................... Front Curtain Shutter................... 52 57 52 54 59 44 53 55 54 43 59 59 57 G Grid Line ..................................... 56 H D GB 92 Date/Time Setup .......................... 58 Delete ........................................... 29 Demo Mode ................................. 58 Digital Zoom................................ 56 Handbook .................................... Hand-held Twilight ..................... HDMI Resolution........................ Help Guide Display..................... Help Guides................................. 76 40 58 58 32 High ISO NR ............................... 57 I Icons............................................. 72 Image Index ................................. 49 Image Size ................................... 45 Install ........................................... 63 Intelligent Auto ............................ 39 ISO ............................................... 54 L Landscape .................................... 40 Language...................................... 58 LCD Brightness ........................... 58 LCD Display (DISP).................... 53 Lens.............................................. 19 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.............. 57 Lens Comp.: Distortion ............... 57 Lens Comp.: Shading................... 57 Live View Display ....................... 56 Long Exposure NR ...................... 57 M N New Folder .................................. 59 Night Portrait ............................... 40 Night Scene.................................. 40 O Object Tracking ........................... 52 Panorama..................................... 41 Panorama Direction..................... 53 Peaking Color.............................. 56 Peaking Level.............................. 56 Photo Creativity .......................... 33 Picture Effect......................... 35, 54 Playback ...................................... 27 Playback Display......................... 58 Playback on TV........................... 50 Playback zoom ............................ 48 PlayMemories Home................... 65 PlayMemories Home Help Guide ................................................ 65 Portrait......................................... 40 Power Save.................................. 58 Program Auto .............................. 38 Protect ......................................... 55 Q Quality......................................... 53 R Record Setting............................. Recover Image DB...................... Red Eye Reduction...................... Release w/o Lens......................... Reset Default............................... Rotate .......................................... 54 59 55 57 59 55 Others Mac .............................................. 64 Macro........................................... 40 Manual Exposure ......................... 38 Memory card................................ 21 Menu ............................................ 51 Menu start .................................... 57 Metering Mode ............................ 54 MF Assist..................................... 56 MF Assist Time ........................... 56 Moisture condensation................. 84 Movie........................................... 26 Movie Audio Rec......................... 57 P S S. Auto Image Extract. ................ Scene Selection ........................... Scroll playback............................ Select Shoot. Folder .................... Self-portrait Self-timer ................ Self-timer..................................... Self-timer(Cont) .......................... Setting the clock.......................... Setup............................................ Shoot Mode ................................. Shooting still images ................... 56 40 41 59 56 36 37 23 55 38 25 GB 93 Shooting Tip List ......................... 53 Shooting tips ................................ 32 Shutter Priority............................. 42 Slide Show ................................... 55 Smile Shutter ............................... 52 Soft keys ...................................... 31 Soft Skin Effect............................ 53 Software ....................................... 63 Spd Priority Cont. ........................ 37 Specifications............................... 87 Specify Printing ........................... 55 Sports Action ............................... 40 SteadyShot ................................... 56 Sunset........................................... 40 Superior Auto............................... 39 Sweep Panorama.......................... 41 U Upload Settings............................ 59 USB Connection .......................... 58 V Version......................................... 58 View Mode .................................. 55 Viewfinder Bright. ....................... 58 Volume Settings........................... 55 W White Balance.............................. 54 Wide Image.................................. 58 Wind Noise Reduct...................... 57 Windows ...................................... 63 Z Zoom............................................ 52 GB 94
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