Sony NEX-3A/B Handbook

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© 2010 Sony Corporation
NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C
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page.
This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use.
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Marks and notations used in this handbook
In this handbook, the sequence of
operations is shown by arrows (t).
Operate the camera in the order
indicated.
The default setting is indicated by
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Indicates cautions and limitations
relevant to the correct operation of the
camera.
z Indicates information that is useful
to know.
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How to use this handbook ·····································2
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Identifying parts ···················································11
List of icons on the screen···································15
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Basic operations
Using the control wheel and soft keys·················17
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Shooting images··················································23
Playing back images ···········································26
Deleting images···················································28
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Using functions with the control wheel
DISP (Display Contents) ·····································29
(Flash Mode)·····················································31
(Exposure Comp.) ··········································32
(Drive Mode) ··············································33
(Image Index) ·················································40
Using functions in the menu
Shoot Mode ·························································19
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Image Size ··························································20
Brightness/Color··················································20
Playback······························································21
Setup ···································································21
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Viewing images on a TV····································123
Using with your computer··································125
Using the software·············································127
Connecting the camera to the computer ···········130
Creating a movie disc (NEX-5/5C) ····················132
Printing still images ···········································136
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Troubleshooting·················································137
Warning messages············································143
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Using the camera abroad ··································146
Memory card ·····················································147
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ·······························149
Battery charger ··················································151
Mount Adaptor···················································152
AVCHD format (NEX-5/5C) ·······························153
Cleaning ····························································154
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“This is the scene I want to capture in a photo, but how can I do?”
You may find the answer by going through the sample photos listed here. Click the
desired sample photo.
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If you click on a photo, the screen will jump to the page describing the function
recommended for shooting that kind of photo.
Refer to those descriptions in addition to the shooting tips displayed on the screen of the
camera.
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Shooting people (page 6)
Shooting macro photos (page 7)
Shooting landscapes (page 8)
Shooting sunset/night views (page 9)
Shooting fast moving subjects (page 10)
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Only the main subject is in focus by
defocusing the background (24)
38
The same scene with different brightness
(38)
45
A happy smile (59)
In candle light (45)
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68
A person in front of night view (72)
A moving person (68)
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31
A group photo (36, 37)
A person lit from behind (31)
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Shooting macro photos
Adjusting the color to indoor light (69)
43
72
Flowers (43)
Lowering the amount of flash light (72)
53
32
Focusing manually (53)
In better brightness (32)
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32
Preventing camera shake for indoor shots
(68)
Making food look appealing (32)
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Defocusing the background (24)
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The sky in vivid colors (32)
Running water (50)
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75
Vivid green colors (75)
Colored leaves (75)
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Shooting landscapes
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Panoramic photos (46)
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73
Scenery with a wide range of brightness
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Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (73)
24
90
Defocusing the background (24)
Keeping your shot level (90)
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Shooting sunset/night views
31
Holding the camera by hand (43)
Trail of light (31)
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24
Fireworks (49)
Defocusing the background (24)
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36
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Preventing camera shake (36)
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The same scene in different brightness (38)
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43
Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully
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Following a moving subject (56)
Expressing vigorous action (50)
53
35
With the subject approaching the camera
(53)
Capturing the best moment (35)
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NEX-5/5C
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
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Identifying parts
A
(Playback) button (26)
B ON/OFF (Power) switch
D Remote sensor (39)
E AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile
Shutter lamp
F Speaker
G Microphone
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C Shutter button (23)
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H Smart Accessory Terminal
I Lens
J Lens release button
NEX-3/3C
K Mount
L Image sensor*
M Lens contacts*
* Do not touch this part directly.
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When the lens is removed
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A
(USB) terminal (130)
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B Hook for shoulder strap
C HDMI terminal (123)
D Light sensor
E LCD monitor
F MOVIE button (23)
G Control wheel (17)
I
Image sensor position mark (53)
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H Soft keys (18)
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NEX-5/5C
A Battery/memory card cover
• 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.
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B Tripod receptacle
Image sensor position mark (53)
Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC
Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the
connection plate into the battery
compartment, then pass the cord through the
connection plate cover as shown below.
NEX-5/5C
NEX-3/3C
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D Connection plate cover
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• Make sure that the cord is not pinched when
you close the cover.
E Access lamp
F Memory card insertion slot
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G Battery compartment
Flash
A Screw
B Flash
C Connector*
* Do not touch this part directly.
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On the E18 – 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 – 200 mm lens
(supplied).
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E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5D/5CD/5K/5CK/3D/
3CD/3K/3CK)
B Focusing ring
C Zoom ring
D Focal-length scale
E Focal-length index
F Lens contacts*
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A Hood index
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G Mounting index
* Do not touch this part directly.
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E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA)
A Converter index*
B Focusing ring
C Lens contacts**
D Mounting index
* A converter is sold separately.
** Do not touch this part directly.
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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
(page 29).
Shooting standby
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List of icons on the screen
A
Indication
Shoot Mode
PASM
Scene Selection
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Display
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Image size/Aspect ratio
of still images
Graphic display
Image quality of still
images
100
Number of recordable
still images
Image size of movies
Movie recording
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FINE STD
Memory card/Upload
123min
Playback
100%
Recordable time of
movies
Remaining battery
Scene Recognition icons
Flash charge in progress
AF illuminator
Does not record sound
during movie recording
Camera shake warning
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Display
Indication
D
Display
Flash Mode/Red Eye
Reduction
Database file full/
Database file error
Histogram
Drive Mode
Playback folder – File
number
Focus mode
Protect
1
Print order and number
of copies
±0.0
Flash compensation
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101-0012
Indication
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Overheating warning
Display
Indication
Menu z
Soft keys
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Metering Mode
B
Focus area mode
Face Detection
Shoot Mode
Shoot. Tips z
Smile Shutter
C
Indication
z
Focus status
1/125
Shutter speed
F3.5
Aperture value
ISO
AWB
±0.0
±0.0
Metered manual
White Balance
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Display
7500K G9
Creative Style
Exposure compensation
Shutter speed indicator
Aperture indicator
REC 0:12
Recording time of the
movie (m:s)
2010-1-1 9:30AM
Recorded date/time of
the image
12/12
Image number/Number
of images recorded in
the date or selected
folder
DRO/Auto HDR
Smile detection
sensitivity indicator
SteadyShot
Appears when HDR did
not work on the image.
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Basic operations
The control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various
functions of the camera.
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keys
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When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Flash Mode),
(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 right/left/top/bottom 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.
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A
In this case, soft key A works as
the [Menu] button, and soft key B
as the [Shoot. Tips] button. Soft
key C works as the [Shoot Mode]
button.
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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 handbook, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the
screen.
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You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as
shooting, playback, or other operations.
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1 Press [Menu].
3 Following the instructions on the
screen, select the desired item and
press the center of the control wheel to
make your choice.
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2 Select the desired item by pressing the
top/bottom/left/right parts of the control
wheel, and then press the center.
[Menu]
Control wheel
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Shoot Mode
Allows you to select a shooting mode, such as exposure mode, panoramic, Scene
Selection.
Intelligent Auto
The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper
settings. You can enjoy automatic shooting with the
appropriate settings.
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.
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).
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Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash.
Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting,
self-timer, or bracket shooting.
Flash Mode
Selects the method used to fire the flash.
AF/MF Select
Selects auto focusing or manual focusing.
Selects the area to be focused on.
Autofocus Mode
Selects the autofocus method.
Precision Dig. Zoom
Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is used.
Face Detection
Detects people’s faces automatically, and adjusts focus and
exposure to suit the faces.
Smile Shutter
Each time the camera detects a smile, the camera releases
the shutter automatically.
Smile Detection
Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for
detecting smiles.
Panorama Direction
Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting
panoramic images.
Shooting Tip List
Allows you to access all shooting tips.
Display
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DISP (Display
Contents)
Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting
screen.
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Drive Mode
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Image Size
Allows you to set the image size and aspect ratio.
Still
Image Size
Selects the image size.
Aspect Ratio
Selects the aspect ratio.
Quality
Selects the compression format.
Panorama
Image Size
Selects the image size.
Movie
File Format (NEX-5/5C)
Selects the movie recording format, AVCHD or MP4.
Image Size
Selects the image size.
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.
ISO
Sets the ISO sensitivity.
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Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light
conditions.
Metering Mode
Selects the method used for measuring the brightness.
Flash Compensation
Adjusts the amount of flash light.
DRO/Auto HDR
Corrects the brightness or contrast automatically.
Creative Style
Selects the image processing method.
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Playback
Allows you to set playback functions.
Delete
Deletes images.
Slide Show
Plays back images automatically.
Selects a still image or movie to play back.
Image Index
Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index
screen.
Selects the folder of still images to play back.
Select Date
Selects the date of movies to play back.
Rotate
Rotates images.
Protect
Protects images, or cancels the protection.
Enlarge Image
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Select Folder
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White Balance
Enlarges the image.
Sets the sound volume of movies.
Specify Printing
Selects the images to print, or makes printing settings.
Display
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During playback
Switches the information to be displayed on the playback
screen.
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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.
Red Eye Reduction
Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to
prevent eyes from being shot in red.
Auto Review
Sets the display time of the image right after shooting.
Grid Line
Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the
composition of images.
Histogram
Displays the histogram of the luminance distribution.
MF Assist
Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.
Color Space
Changes the range of color reproduction.
SteadyShot
Sets camera shake compensation.
Release w/oLens
Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no
lens.
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Sets the noise reduction processing for long exposure
shootings.
High ISO NR
Sets the noise reduction processing for high ISO sensitivity
shootings.
Movie Audio Rec
Sets the sound for movie recording.
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Language
Date/Time Setup
Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera.
Selects the language used on the screen.
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.
Power Save
Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save mode.
Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.
Display Color
Selects the color of the LCD monitor.
Wide Image
Selects a method to display wide images.
Playback Display
Selects the method used to play back portrait images.
CTRL FOR HDMI
Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a “BRAVIA”
Sync compatible TV’s Remote Control.
USB Connection
Selects the method used for a USB connection.
Cleaning Mode
Allows you to clean the image sensor.
Displays the version of the camera and the lens.
Demo Mode
Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with
movies.
Reset Default
Resets the camera to the factory-settings.
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Beep
Memory Card Tool
Format
Formats the memory card.
File Number
Selects the method used for assigning file numbers to
images.
Folder Name
Selects the folder name format.
Select Shoot. Folder
Selects the recording folder.
New Folder
Creates a new folder.
Recover Image DB
Repairs the image database file of movies 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.
* Appears when a memory card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera.
** Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. NEX-5C/3C do not have this
function.
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Shooting images with the settings in effect when you bought the camera is explained
here.
The camera makes decisions appropriate to the situation, and adjusts the settings.
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1 Adjust the LCD monitor angle, and hold the camera.
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The Scene Recognition function begins to work.
2 To take still images, press the shutter button.
To record movies, press the MOVIE button to start recording.
Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
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• The angle of view of movies is narrower than that of still images. After you press the MOVIE button, the
camera shows the actual range to be recorded by displaying an empty frame on the screen. You can check
the frame for movies by selecting [Menu] t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t [On].
z On Scene Recognition
The Scene Recognition function lets the camera automatically
recognize the shooting conditions and allows you to shoot the
image with appropriate settings.
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guide
• The camera recognizes (Night View),
(Tripod Night View),
(Night Portrait),
(Backlight),
(Backlight Portrait),
(Portrait),
(Landscape), or
(Macro),
and displays the corresponding icon and guide on the LCD monitor when the scene is
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When the camera cannot focus on the subject automaticaly, the
focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the
focus setting.
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Focus indicator
Focus indicator
Status
z lit
Focus locked. Ready to shoot.
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z If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to
Focus is confirmed. Focal point moves following a moving
subject. Ready to shoot.
lit
Still focusing.
z flashing
Cannot focus.
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• Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:
It is dark and the subject is distant.
The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
The subject is seen through glass.
The subject is moving quickly.
The subject reflects light such as mirror, or has shiny surfaces.
The subject is flashing.
The subject is backlit.
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Background Defocus Control
(Intelligent Auto) allows you to defocus the background easily to make the subject
stand out.
You can check the defocusing effect on the LCD monitor.
1 Press the center of the control wheel.
2 Defocus the background by turning the control wheel.
: Turn up to focus
: Turn down to defocus
Press [Back] to restore to the original status.
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• Move closer to the subject.
• Lengthen the distance between the subject and the background.
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z For a better result of Background Defocus
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• When the Scene Recognition function is enabled, the camera analyzes the scene when you press the
center of the control wheel, and uses it as the Recognized Scene.
• The defocusing range available depends on the lens used.
• The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used.
• The Background Defocus Control function does not operate when an A-mount lens is attached.
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Plays back the recorded images. Still images and movies are displayed on separate
screens. You cannot display still images and movies on the same screen.
1 Press the
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Playing back images
(Playback) button.
3 To play back panoramic images or movies, press the center of the control
wheel.
During movie playback
Control wheel operation
To pause/resume
Press the center.
Press the right, or turn it right.
To fast-rewind
Press the left, or turn it left.
To slow-forward (NEX-5/5C only)
Turn it right during pause.
To slow-reverse (NEX-5/5C only)
Turn it left during pause.
To adjust sound volume
Press the bottom t top/bottom.
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2 Select the image with the control wheel.
Note
• Panoramic images shot on other cameras may not be played back properly.
On the image index screen, you can switch the image
type by selecting
(still image) or
(movie) on the
left of the screen followed by pressing the center of the
control wheel.
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z Switching between the still image and movie
Enlarged playback
A portion of a still image can be enlarged for closer examination during playback. This is
convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded still image. You can enlarge
playback images from the Menu (page 84).
1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press the center of the
control wheel to confirm [Enlarge].
2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel.
3 Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/
left of the control wheel.
4 To cancel the enlarged playback, press [Exit].
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• You cannot use the enlarged playback function with movies.
• To enlarge panoramic images, pause the playback first, and then press [Option].
The scaling range is as follows.
Scaling range
L
Approx. ×1.1 – ×13
M
Approx. ×1.1 – ×10
S
Approx. ×1.1 – ×6.7
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Image size
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Deleting images
You can delete the image displayed.
1 Display the image you want to delete, and
press [Delete].
[Cancel]
Press [Cancel] to quit the operation.
[OK]
[Delete]
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2 Press the center of the control wheel to
confirm [OK].
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• You cannot delete protected images.
z To delete several images
Select [Menu] t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete specific images at the same
time.
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Using functions with the control wheel
Using the control wheel:
1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel repeatedly to select
the desired mode.
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Using the Menu:
1 During shooting, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Display Contents].
During playback, [Menu] t [Playback] t [Display Contents].
2 Select the desired mode by turning the control wheel.
Shows basic shooting information.
Graphically shows the shutter speed and
aperture value, except for when [Shoot
Mode] is set to [Intelligent Auto] or
[Sweep Panorama].
Display Info.
Shows recording information.
No Disp. Info.
Does not show recording information.
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Histogram
Displays the luminance distribution
graphically, in addition to recording
information.
No Disp. Info.
Does not show recording information.
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• Histogram is not displayed during following playback modes.
– Movie
– Panorama
– Slide Show
z What is histogram ?
The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a
particular brightness exist in the picture. Brighter image will make the entire histogram shift
to the right side, and darker image to the left side.
Flash
R (red) Luminance
• If the image has a high-key or low-key portion, that
portion flashes on the histogram display during
playback (Luminance limit warning).
G (green) B (blue)
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In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot
the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera
shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the
flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject.
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(Flash Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode.
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Flash Mode] t desired mode.
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1 Attach the flash.
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3 Raise the flash when using the flash.
Does not fire even if the flash is raised.
Fires if it is dark or against light.
(Fill-flash)
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(Flash Off)
(Autoflash)
Fires every time you trigger the shutter.
Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows
you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by
slowing the shutter speed.
(Rear Sync.)
Fires right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the
shutter. Rear sync shooting allows you to shoot a natural image of the
trail of a moving subject such as a moving bicycle or a walking person.
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(Slow Sync.)
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• The default setting depends on the shooting mode.
• Available flash mode depends on the shooting mode.
• You cannot use the flash when recording movies.
z Tips on shooting with the flash
• The lens hood may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the
flash.
• When using the flash, shoot the subject at a distance of 1 m (3.3 feet) or greater.
• When shooting a backlit subject, select [Fill-flash]. The flash will operate even in bright
daylight, and make faces come out brighter.
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You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.
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(Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel t desired value.
Or, [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Exposure Comp.] t desired value.
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Notes
• You cannot use [Exposure Comp.] when using the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
– [Manual Exposure]
• If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be
able to get a satisfactory effect.
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z Adjusting the exposure for better looking images
Overexposure = too much light
Whitish image
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Set [Exposure Comp.] toward –.
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Correct exposure
Set [Exposure Comp.] toward +.
Underexposure = too little light
Darker image
• To shoot subjects in brighter tones, set a +-side exposure compensation.
To make photos of food look more appealing, shoot the food a little brighter than usual
and try to use a white background.
• When shooting a blue sky, setting a –-side exposure compensation will allow you to
capture the sky in vivid colors.
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You can set the drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting.
1
(Drive Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode.
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t desired mode.
Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode.
(Continuous
Adv.)
Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the
shutter button (page 34).
(Speed Priority Shoots images continuously at high speed while you press and
Cont.)
hold down the shutter button (page 35). Focus and brightness
settings of the first shot are used for the following shots.
(Selftimer(Cont.))
(Bracket:
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(Single-shot
Adv.)
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Shoots an image after ten or two seconds (page 36).
Shoots images continuously after ten seconds (page 37).
Cont.)
Shoots three images, each with different degrees of exposure
(page 38).
(Remote Cdr.)
(NEX-5/5C)
Allows you to use the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote
Commander (sold separately) (page 39).
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Note
• You cannot change the setting when using the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Auto HDR]
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Using functions in the menu
Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.
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(Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Continuous Adv.].
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Continuous Adv.].
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Note
• You cannot use [Continuous Adv.] with the following functions:
– [Scene Selection], excluding [Sports Action]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
– [Auto HDR]
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Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button, at a
higher speed than that of [Continuous Adv.].
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• You cannot use [Speed Priority Cont.] with the following functions.
– [Scene Selection], excluding [Sports Action]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
– [Auto HDR]
• Focus and brightness settings of the first shot are used for the following shots.
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(Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Speed Priority Cont.].
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Speed Priority Cont.].
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(Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer].
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer].
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2 [Option] t desired mode.
Sets the 10-second delay self-timer.
When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes
and the audio signal sounds until the shutter operates.
To cancel the timer, press
(Self-timer) on the control
wheel.
(Self-timer:
2 Sec)
Sets the 2-second delay self-timer.
This reduces the camera shake caused by pressing the shutter
button.
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(Self-timer:
10 Sec)
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Note
• You cannot use [Self-timer] with the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
– [Auto HDR]
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Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after ten seconds. You can
choose the best shot from several shots taken.
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2 [Option] t desired mode.
(Self-timer(Cont.):
10 Sec. 3 lmg.)
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(Self-timer(Cont.):
10 Sec. 5 lmg.)
Shoots three or five still images continuously after ten seconds.
When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes
and the audio signal sounds until the shutter operates.
To cancel the timer, press
(Self-timer) on the control
wheel.
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(Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer(Cont.)].
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer(Cont.)].
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Note
• You cannot use [Self-timer(Cont.)] with the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
– [Auto HDR]
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Shoots three images while automatically shifting the exposure from base, to darker, then
to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is
completed.
You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording.
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(Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Bracket: Cont.].
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Bracket: Cont.].
2 [Option] t desired mode.
(Bracket:
Cont.: 0.3 EV)
Images are taken with the set value of deviation (steps) from the
base exposure.
(Bracket:
Cont.: 0.7 EV)
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• You cannot use [Bracket: Cont.] with the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
– [Auto HDR]
• The last shot is shown on the auto review.
• In [Manual Exposure], the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed.
• When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value.
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You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC (the shutter is released after two seconds)
buttons on the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately). Also, refer
to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander.
1
2 Focus on the subject, point the transmitter of the Wireless Remote
Commander to the remote sensor, and shoot the image.
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(Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Remote Cdr.].
Or, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Remote Cdr.].
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• You cannot use [Remote Cdr.] with the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Auto HDR]
• A lens or hood may cover the remote sensor and prevent the sensor from receiving the light from the
Remote Commander. Operate the Remote Commander from positions where the light to the remote
sensor is not obscured.
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Displays multiple images at the same time.
1 Press the
2 Press
(Playback) button to switch to the playback mode.
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(Image Index) of the control wheel.
3 To return to the single-image playback, select the desired image and
press the center of the control wheel.
z Switching between the still image and movie
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Six-image index appears.
You can switch to 12-image index; [Menu] t [Playback] t [Image Index].
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On the image index screen, you can switch the image
type by selecting
(still image) or
(movie) on the
left of the screen followed by pressing the center of the
control wheel.
Still images and movies cannot be displayed on the same
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The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings.
1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent
Auto].
When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene
Recognition icon and guide appear on the screen.
The camera recognizes (Night View),
(Tripod
Night View),
(Night Portrait),
(Backlight),
(Backlight Portrait),
(Portrait),
(Landscape),
or
(Macro).
Scene Recognition icon and guide
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2 Point the camera to the subject.
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• [Flash Mode] is set to [Autoflash] or [Flash Off].
• You can shoot even if the camera has not recognized the scene.
• When [Face Detection] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], and [Night Portrait] scenes are
not recognized.
z Defocusing the background easily
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During Intelligent Auto recording, you can defocus the
background. Press the center of the control wheel and
turn the control wheel.
When the Scene Recognition function is enabled, the
camera analyzes the scene when you press the center of
the control wheel, and uses it as the Recognized Scene.
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focus on
When the camera cannot focus on the subject automaticaly, the
focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the
focus setting.
Focus indicator
Status
z lit
Focus locked. Ready to shoot.
Focus is confirmed. Focal point moves following a moving
subject. Ready to shoot.
lit
Still focusing.
z flashing
Cannot focus.
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z If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to
• Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:
It is dark and the subject is distant.
The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
The subject is seen through glass.
The subject is moving quickly.
The subject reflects light such as mirror, or has shiny surfaces.
The subject is flashing.
The subject is backlit.
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Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.
1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Scene Selection] t desired mode.
(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.
(Sunset)
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(Sports
Action)
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Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the
subject. Expresses skin tones softly.
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(Portrait)
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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.
Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.
(Night Portrait) Shoots portraits in night scenes. Attach and
fire the flash.
(Night View)
Shoots night scenes without losing the dark
atmosphere.
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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.
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• In the [Night View] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so using a tripod is
recommended to prevent the image from blurring.
• In the [Hand-held Twilight] mode, the shutter clicks six times and an image is recorded.
• If you select [Hand-held Twilight] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine]
temporarily.
• Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] when shooting:
– Subjects with erratic movement
– Subjects are too close to the camera
– Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy
beach, or lawn
– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls
• In the case of [Hand-held Twilight], block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers, such
as fluorescent lighting.
• The shortest focal distance does not change even if you select [Macro].
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This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur.
1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Anti Motion Blur].
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2 Shoot with the shutter button.
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• If you select [Anti Motion Blur] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine]
temporarily.
• The shutter clicks six times and an image is recorded.
• Reducing blur is less effective when shooting:
– Subjects with erratic movement.
– Subjects are too close to the camera.
– Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy
beach, or lawn.
– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
• When using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting, block noise may occur.
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The camera combines six shots at high sensitivity into one still image, so camera shake is
reduced while preventing noise.
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Sweep Panorama
Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images.
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1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Sweep Panorama].
2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject,
then press the shutter button fully down.
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This part will not be taken.
3 Pan the camera to the end, following the
guidance on the LCD monitor.
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Guidance bar
Notes
• If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the
composed image. If this happens, move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image.
• The camera continues shooting during [Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until
the end of the shooting.
• Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.
• Under low light conditions, panoramic images may be blurred.
• Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of the combined image is not
always the same.
• When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure
with AE/AF lock are extremely different in brightness, color and focus, the shooting will not be
successful. If this happens, change the lock angle and shoot again.
• [Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting:
– Subjects are moving.
– Subjects are too close to the camera.
– Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy
beach, or lawn.
– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
– Subjects with the sun or electric lights, etc. that are much brighter than surroundings.
• [Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations:
– You pan the camera too fast or too slow.
– There is too much camera shake.
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Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication
on the LCD monitor. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than moving
ones.
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Vertical direction
Horizontal direction
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Radius as short as possible
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• When using a zoom lens, it is recommended to use it with W side.
• Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can lock the focus,
exposure, and white balance.
• If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the
image composition may fail. In such case, adjust the frame composition so that the section
is in the center of the image, then shoot again.
• You can select the direction by [Menu] t [Camera] t [Panorama Direction], and the
image size by [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Image Size].
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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 are played back with the supplied
software “PMB.”
• Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be
displayed or scrolled correctly.
Shows the displayed area of
the whole panoramic image.
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You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and
aperture.
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1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure].
Shutter speed and aperture adjustment screens appear
alternately.
Shutter speed
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2 Press the bottom of the control wheel
repeatedly to select shutter speed or
aperture.
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Aperture (F-value)
3 Turn the control wheel to select the desired
value.
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Check the exposure value at “MM” (metered manual).
Toward +: Images become brighter.
Toward –: Images become darker.
0: Appropriate exposure analyzed by the camera
4 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Notes
• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode].
• The
(Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode.
• The ISO setting [ISO AUTO] is set to [ISO 200] in manual exposure mode. Set the ISO sensitivity as
necessary.
• The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.
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You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light,
such as fireworks.
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1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure].
2 Press the bottom of the control wheel to select shutter speed.
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3 Turn the control wheel to the left until [BULB]
is indicated.
[BULB]
4 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus.
5 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting.
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As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open.
Notes
• Since the shutter speed becomes slow and the camera shake tends to occur more easily, it is
recommended that you use a tripod.
• The longer the exposure time, the more conspicuous the noise on the image.
• After shooting, noise reduction (Long Exposure NR) will be done for the same amount of time that the
shutter was open. You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction.
• When the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is activated, you cannot set the shutter speed to
[BULB].
• If the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is used with the shutter speed set to [BULB], the shutter
speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds.
z Using the Remote Commander (NEX-5/5C)
Pressing the SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander triggers BULB
shooting and pressing it again stops BULB shooting. You do not need to press and hold the
SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander.
To use the Wireless Remote Commander, press
(Drive Mode) on the control wheel,
and select [Remote Cdr.] t [On].
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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.
2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper
exposure.
Shutter speed
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1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Shutter Priority]
t desired value.
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• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode].
• The
(Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in shutter speed priority mode.
• When the shutter speed is one second or more, noise reduction (Long Exposure NR) will be done after
shooting. You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction.
• If proper exposure cannot be obtained after the setup, when you press the shutter button halfway down,
the aperture value blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.
• The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.
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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.
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Aperture Priority
Blurs or sharpens things in front of and beyond the subject.
1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Aperture
Priority] t desired value.
2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Aperture (F-number)
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain
proper exposure.
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• Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but things in front
of and beyond the subject is blurred.
• Larger F-value: The subject and its foreground and
background are all in focus.
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Notes
• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode].
• If proper exposure cannot be obtained after the setup, when you press the shutter button halfway down,
the shutter speed blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.
• The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.
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Smaller F-value (opening the aperture) narrows the range that
is in focus. This allows you to put the subject in sharp focus
and blur things in front of and beyond the subject. (Depth of
field becomes shallower.)
Larger F-value (narrowing down the aperture) widens the range
that is in focus. This allows you to shoot the depth of the
scenery. (Depth of field becomes deeper.)
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While exposure is adjusted by the camera automatically, you can set shooting functions
such as ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer.
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Program Auto
1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Program Auto].
3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Note
• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode].
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2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings.
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AF/MF Select
Selects auto focusing or manual focusing.
1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t desired mode.
Focuses automatically.
(DMF)
After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment
manually (Direct Manual Focus).
(Manualfocus)
Adjusts the focus manually. Turn the focusing ring right or left
to make the subject look clearer.
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• If you turn the focusing ring when [Manualfocus] or [DMF] is selected, the image is enlarged
automatically to enable you to check focus area easier. You can prevent the image from being enlarged
by selecting [Menu] t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t [Off].
z Using manual focusing effectively
“Focus fixing” is convenient when you can predict the distance
to the subject. With “Focus fixing,” you can fix the focus in
advance to the distance at which the subject is to pass.
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z To measure the exact distance to the subject
The
mark shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact
distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line. The
distance from the lens contact surface to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.).
* The image sensor is the part of the camera that acts as the film.
• If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens, the focus cannot be
confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera.
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(23/32 in.)
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1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF].
2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically.
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3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens
to achieve a sharp focus.
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• [Autofocus Mode] is fixed to [Single-shot AF].
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Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in
auto focus mode.
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1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired mode.
AF range finder frame
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(Center)
The camera determines which of the 25
AF areas is used for focusing.
When you press the shutter button
halfway down in still image shooting
mode, a green frame is displayed around
the area that is in focus.
• When the Face Detection function is
active, AF operates with priority on
faces.
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(Multi)
The camera uses the AF area located in
the center area exclusively.
AF range finder frame
Moves the focusing area to focus on a
small subject or narrow area by pressing
the top/bottom/right/left of the control
wheel.
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Spot)
AF range finder frame
Notes
• When this function is set to other than [Multi], you cannot use the [Face Detection] function.
• [Multi] is selected when using the following functions:
– Movie recording
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
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Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject.
1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Autofocus Mode] t desired mode.
The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the
shutter button halfway down. Use this when the subject is
motionless.
AF)
(Continuous
The camera continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed
and held halfway down. Use this when the subject is in motion.
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• [Single-shot AF] is selected when using the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Self-timer]
– [Remote Cdr.]
– [Scene Selection], excluding [Sports Action]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
• [Continuous AF] is selected when the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection].
• In [Continuous AF] mode, the audio signals will not sound when the subject is in focus.
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When a single focus lens is attached, you can shoot still images while zooming in on the
center portion.
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1 Attach a single focus lens.
You can zoom in up to ten times.
4 To stop zooming, press [Exit].
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2 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Precision Dig. Zoom].
3 Turn the control wheel and decide the zoom rate.
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• You can use this item only when a single focus lens is attached.
• You cannot set this item when using the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Smile Shutter]
– [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] in [Quality]
• If you press the MOVIE button when [Precision Dig. Zoom] is working, zooming is canceled, the image
on the screen returns to the normal size, and movie recording starts.
• As the image is zoomed by digital processing, the image quality deteriorates compared to that before
zooming was used.
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Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, and white
balance settings automatically. You can select the priority face to be focused on.
Face Detection frame (White)
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Face Detection frame (Orange)
When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge
which is the main subject and set focus by priority. The Face Detection
frame for the main subject will turn orange. The frame for which the focus
is set will turn green by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
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1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Face Detection] t desired mode.
(Off)
(Auto)
Does not use the Face Detection function.
Selects the face which the camera is to automatically focus on.
(Child Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on child’s face.
(Adult Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on adult’s face.
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Notes
• You cannot use [Face Detection] with the following functions:
– Movie recording
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Manualfocus]
– [Precision Dig. Zoom].
• You can select [Face Detection] only when [Autofocus Area] is set to [Multi], and [Metering Mode] is
also set to [Multi].
• Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected.
• Adults and children may not be recognized correctly depending on the conditions.
• During [Smile Shutter] shooting, [Face Detection] is automatically set to [Auto] even if it is set to [Off].
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When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.
1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t
[On].
When the smile level exceeds the b point on the
indicator, the camera records images automatically.
If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter
shooting, the camera shoots the image, then returns to
Smile Shutter mode.
Face Detection frame
Smile Detection indicator
3 To exit Smile Shutter mode, [Menu] t
[Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [Off].
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2 Wait for a smile to be detected.
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• You cannot use [Smile Shutter] with the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Manualfocus]
– [Precision Dig. Zoom]
• Unless the subject is in focus, the shutter is not released, even if the smile level exceeds the b point.
Adjust the composition or brightness to enable the camera to focus easily.
• Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when the memory card becomes full.
• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.
• The drive mode turns to [Single-shot Adv.] or [Remote Cdr.] automatically.
z Tips for better capturing of smiles
1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs.
Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc.
2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as
possible.
Keep the eyes narrowed.
3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth.
The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth are shown.
• The shutter operates when any person whose smile is detected.
• If a smile is not detected, set the [Smile Detection] in the menu.
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Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles.
1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Smile Detection] t desired mode.
Detects a big smile.
(Normal Smile)
Detects a normal smile.
(Slight Smile)
Detects even a slight smile.
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• You cannot change [Smile Detection] when using the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Manualfocus]
• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.
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Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot Sweep Panorama images.
1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode.
(Right)
(Up)
(Down)
Pan the camera in the direction you set.
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(Left)
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Allows you to search through all shooting tips in the camera.
Use this item when you want to look at shooting tips you have seen before.
2 Press the left or right of the control wheel and search for the desired
shooting tip.
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1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List].
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Turn the control wheel to scroll the text up and down.
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The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record 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.
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1 [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Image Size] t desired mode.
Still
Image size when [Aspect Ratio] is 3:2
Usage guidelines
4592 × 3056 pixels
For prints up to A3+ size
(M: 7.4M)
3344 × 2224 pixels
For prints up to A4 size
(S: 3.5M)
2288 × 1520 pixels
For prints L/2L size
Image size when [Aspect Ratio] is 16:9
Usage guidelines
(L: 12M)
4592 × 2576 pixels
(M: 6.3M)
3344 × 1872 pixels
(S: 2.9M)
2288 × 1280 pixels
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(L: 14M)
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For viewing on a high-definition TV
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• When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may be cut off.
• When you select a RAW image with [Quality], the image size corresponds to L.
Panorama
The image size varies depending on the [Panorama Direction] setting.
(Standard)
Shoots images using standard size.
Vertical: 2160 × 3872
Horizontal: 8192 × 1856
(Wide)
Shoots images using wide size.
Vertical: 2160 × 5536
Horizontal: 12416 × 1856
Note
• When you print panoramic images, both edges may be cut off.
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The larger the image size, the higher the image quality.
NEX-5/5C
(1920 × 1080)
Average bit-rate
Usage guidelines
17 Mbps
Records with the highest image
quality for viewing on a highdefinition TV.
Image size in [MP4] mode Average bit-rate
(1440 × 1080)
Usage guidelines
Records with high image quality for
viewing on a high-definition TV.
3 Mbps
Records in the suitable size for WEB
uploads.
Average bit-rate
Usage guidelines
1280 × 720 (Fine)
9 Mbps
1280 × 720
(Standard)
6 Mbps
Records with high image quality for
viewing on a high-definition TV.
VGA (640 × 480)
3 Mbps
(VGA)
(640 × 480)
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12 Mbps
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Image size in [AVCHD]
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NEX-3/3C
Image size
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Records in the suitable size for WEB
uploads.
Note
• A telephoto image results except when the [VGA] image size is selected for movies.
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Sets the aspect ratio of still images.
1 [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode.
Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints.
16:9
For viewing on a high-definition TV.
Note
• You cannot select [Aspect Ratio] when using [Sweep Panorama].
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Selects the compression format of still images.
1 [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Quality] t desired mode.
File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression
format.) + JPEG
A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time.
This is suitable when you need two image files, a JPEG for
viewing, and a RAW for editing.
• The image quality is fixed to [Fine] and the image size is fixed
to [L].
FINE (Fine)
File format: JPEG
The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded.
Since the compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of
[Fine], the file size of [Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine].
This will allow more files to be recorded on one memory card,
but the image quality will be lower.
STD (Standard)
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RAW+J (RAW &
JPEG)
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File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression
format.)
This format does not allow you to perform any digital processing
on the images. Select this format to process images on a
computer for professional purposes.
• The image size is fixed to the maximum size. The image size
is not displayed on the LCD monitor.
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Notes
• You cannot select the image quality when using [Sweep Panorama].
• You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration to RAW format images.
• You cannot use [Auto HDR] with [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images.
z RAW images
The RAW format file is the raw data yet to go through any kind of digital processing. A
RAW file is different from a more common file format such as JPEG in that it is the raw
material to be processed for professional purposes.
You need the “Image Data Converter SR” software included on the CD-ROM (supplied) in
order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera. With this software, a RAW image can
be opened and converted to a common format, such as JPEG or TIFF, and its white balance,
color saturation, contrast, etc., can be readjusted.
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Selects the movie file format.
1 [Menu] t [Image Size] t [File Format] t desired mode.
MP4
This file format is suitable for WEB uploads, e-mail attachments
or playing back on computers.
Movies shot with this camera are recorded in MPEG-4 format at
approximately 30 frames/sec (1080 60i-compatible devices) or
approximately 25 frames/sec (1080 50i-compatible devices), in
progressive mode, with AAC audio, mp4 format.
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This file format is suitable for viewing smooth video images on a
high-definition TV.
Movies shot with this camera are recorded in AVCHD format,
approximately 60 fields/sec (1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50
fields/sec (1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlace mode, with
Dolby Digital audio, AVCHD format.
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z Checking 60i or 50i
Index
To check if your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-compatible device,
check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.
1080 60i-compatible device: 60i
1080 50i-compatible device: 50i
z 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 AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile
– Devices which are not compatible 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.
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Sets the luminous sensitivity.
1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [ISO] t desired setting.
(ISO AUTO)
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
You can set a faster shutter speed, and reduce image blur in dark
locations or of moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity
(select a larger number).
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200/400/800/1600/
3200/6400/12800
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z Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure
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• [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
• The larger the number, the higher the noise level.
• When the exposure mode is set to [Program Auto], [Aperture Priority], [Shutter Priority], and [ISO] is set
to [ISO AUTO], ISO is automatically set between ISO 200 and 1600.
• The [ISO AUTO] setting is not provided in [Manual Exposure]. If you change the exposure mode to
[Manual Exposure] with the [ISO AUTO] setting, it is switched to 200. Set the ISO according to your
shooting conditions.
ISO setting (speed) is the sensitivity to light of recording media that incorporates an image
sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on
the ISO setting.
High ISO sensitivity
With high ISO sensitivity, images will be captured with an
appropriate brightness even under insufficient exposure.
However, increasing ISO sensitivity will cause images to
become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity
You can record smooth images. However, compensation for
low ISO sensitivity will be made by slowing down the shutter
speed. You should take camera shake or movement of subjects
into account, too.
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Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions.
Use this feature when the color tone of the image did not come out as you expected, or
when you want to change the color tone on purpose for photographic expression.
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White Balance
1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t desired mode.
AWB (Auto WB)
(Daylight)
The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts
the color tones.
If you select an option to suit a specific light source, the
color tones are adjusted for the light source (preset white
balance).
(Shade)
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To adjust the white balance to suit a specific light source, see the explanation on each mode.
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(Cloudy)
(Incandescent)
(Fluorescent)
(Flash)
Adjusts the white balance depending on the light source
(color temperature). Achieves the effect of CC (Color
Compensation) filters for photography.
(Custom)
Allows to use the white balance setting retained by
[Custom Setup].
(Custom Setup) Memorizes the basic white color (Custom white balance).
Index
(C.Temp./Filter)
Note
• [Auto WB] is selected when using the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
z Effects of lighting conditions
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
The color tones are adjusted automatically, but you can adjust color tones manually using
the [White Balance] function.
Weather/
lighting
Daylight
Cloudy
Fluorescent
Incandescent
Characteristics
of light
White
(standard)
Bluish
Green-tinged
Reddish
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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t desired mode.
2 As necessary, [Option] t adjust the color tone.
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Preset white balance (
Adjusting it toward + turns the image reddish and adjusting it toward – turns the image
bluish.
1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [C.Temp./Filter].
2 [Option] t desired value.
The higher the number, the more reddish the image, and the
lower the number, the more bluish the image. (The default
setting is 5500 K.)
Color Filter
Based on using the set color temperature as the standard, the
color can be compensated to G (Green) or M (Magenta). The
higher the number, the more the color is compensated. (The
default setting is 0.)
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C.Temp./Filter
Custom white balance
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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [Custom Setup].
2 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in
the center, and then press the shutter button down.
The shutter clicks and the calibrated values (color temperature and color filter) are displayed.
3 To call the custom white balance setting, [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t
[White Balance] t [Custom].
Note
• If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash
light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later shootings.
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Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the
exposure.
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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Metering Mode] t desired mode.
(Center)
Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while
emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted
metering).
(Spot)
Measures only the central area (Spot
metering). This function is useful when
the subject is backlit or when there is
strong contrast between the subject and
the background.
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Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into
multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire
screen (Multi-pattern metering).
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(Multi)
Spot metering cross
hairs position on the
subject.
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• If you set [Metering Mode] to other than [Multi], the [Face Detection] function cannot be used.
• [Multi] is selected when using the following functions:
– Movie recording
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
– [Precision Dig. Zoom]
– [Smile Shutter]
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Adjusts the amount of flash light in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.
Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation
changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and
aperture.
Selecting higher values (+ side) makes the flash level higher and images brighter. Selecting
lower values (– side) makes the flash level lower and images darker.
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• You cannot use [Flash Compensation] with the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– when no flash is attached
• The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject
is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be
visible.
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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Flash Compensation] t desired value.
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z Tips to adjust the brightness when shooting people
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• It is important to balance the brightness of people against
the dark background in night portraits. You can adjust the
brightness of people near the camera by changing the flash
light intensity.
• If the subject is too far for the flash and still too dark after
adjustment, move closer to your subject.
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Corrects the brightness or contrast.
1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t desired mode.
(Off)
Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR].
(Auto HDR)
Shoots three images with different exposures, and then overlays
the bright area of the under exposed image and the dark area of
the over exposed image to create an image with rich gradation.
One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are
recorded.
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By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the
contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the
background, producing the image with the optimal brightness
and gradation.
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DRO/Auto HDR
Note
• You can select [DRO/Auto HDR] only in the following modes:
– [Manual Exposure]
– [Shutter Priority]
– [Aperture Priority]
– [Program Auto]
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D-Range Opt.
Corrects the brightness of the image (DRO: Dynamic Range Optimizer).
1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [D-Range Opt.].
2 [Option] t desired value.
(Auto)
Lv1 – Lv5
Corrects the brightness automatically.
Optimizes the gradations of a recorded image in each area of the
image. Select the optimal level between Lv1 (weak) and Lv5
(strong).
Notes
• [Auto] is selected when using the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Portrait], [Landscape], [Macro], [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection]
• When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking
the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect.
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Widens the range (gradations) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts in
correct brightness (Auto High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and
one overlaid image are recorded.
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Auto HDR
1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [Auto HDR].
(Auto
Exposure Diff.)
Corrects the exposure difference automatically.
1.0 EV – 6.0 EV
Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject.
Select the optimal level between 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV
(strong).
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2 [Option] t desired value.
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• You cannot start the next shoot until the capture process is completed after you shoot.
• You cannot use this function with [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images.
• You cannot select [Auto HDR] during [Smile Shutter]. If you turn on the [Smile Shutter] function with
[Auto HDR] selected, the camera will temporarily use the DRO setting.
• Since the shutter is released three times for one shot, be careful about the following:
– Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not blink.
– Do not recompose.
• You may not obtain a desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting
conditions.
• When the flash is used, this function has little effect.
• When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred, you
may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera detects such situation,
is indicated on the
recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as necessary, recomposing or paying
attention to the blur.
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Allows you to select the desired image processing.
You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style],
unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera adjusts the exposure.
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Creative Style
1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Creative Style] t desired mode.
For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful
colors.
(Vivid)
The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking
images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring
greenery, blue sky, or ocean views.
(Portrait)
For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited for
shooting portraits.
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(Standard)
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2 When you want to adjust contrast, saturation, or sharpness, [Option] t
desired setting.
(Landscape) The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for
shooting vivid and crisp scenery. Distant landscapes also stand
out more.
(Sunset)
(Contrast),
Style item.
For shooting the beautiful red of the setting sun.
For shooting images in black and white monotone.
(Saturation), and
(Sharpness) can be adjusted for each Creative
(Contrast)
The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light
and shadow is accentuated, thus making an impact on an image.
(Saturation)
The higher the value selected, the more vivid the color. When a
lower value is selected, the color of the image is restrained and
subdued.
(Sharpness)
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(Black &
White)
Adjusts the sharpness. The higher the value selected, the more
the contours are accentuated, and the lower the value selected,
the more the contours are softened.
Notes
• When [Black & White] is selected, you cannot adjust the saturation.
• [Standard] is selected when using the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
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Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion.
1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Delete] t desired mode.
Deletes the selected images. Press the center to confirm [Select]
and [OK].
All in Folder
Deletes all still images in the folder. This appears during still
image playback only.
All in Date Rng.
Deletes all movies of the date. This appears during movie
playback only.
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• You can select up to 100 images.
z To delete an image
It is easier to delete an image displayed on the screen by selecting [Delete] (page 28).
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Plays back images automatically.
1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Slide Show] t desired mode t [OK].
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Interval
3 Sec
Sets the display interval of images.
Appears only when playing back still images.
5 Sec
10 Sec
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30 Sec
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Movie Type
Selects the movie type to play back.
Appears only when playing back movies.
MP4
Repeat
On
Plays back images in a continuous loop.
Off
After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.
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Notes
• You cannot pause the slide show. To stop the slide show, press the center of the control wheel.
• You cannot play back still images and movies together. Select either type of image with [Still/Movie
Select].
• A panoramic image is displayed in full image. To scroll a panoramic image, first stop the slide show by
pressing the center of the control wheel when the image is displayed, and then press the center again.
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Selects still images or movies to play back.
1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select] t desired mode.
Displays the still image.
Movie
Displays the movie.
Note
• You cannot display still images and movies on the same index screen.
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z Switching between the still image and the movie
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You can switch the image type on the image index easily.
Select
(still image) or
(movie) on the left of the
screen.
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Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index.
1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Image Index] t desired mode.
Displays six images.
12 Images
Displays 12 images.
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z Switching between the still image and the movie
You can switch the image type on the image index easily.
Select
(still image) or
(movie) on the left of the
screen.
You cannot display still image and movie on the same index
screen.
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When multiple folders are created in a memory card, this selects the folder containing the
still image you want to play back.
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1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select] t [Still].
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2 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Select Folder] t
desired folder.
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• You cannot select this item during movie playback.
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Movies are stored by date. You can select the date of movies to be played back.
1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select]
t [Movie].
Note
• You cannot select this item during still image playback.
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2 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Select Date] t
desired date.
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Rotates a still image counter-clockwise. Use this to display a horizontal orientation
image in vertical orientation. Once you rotate the image, the image is played back in the
rotated position, even if you turn off the power.
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1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Rotate] t press the center.
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The image rotates counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press the center.
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Notes
• You cannot rotate movies or protected images.
• You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras.
• When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on
the software.
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Protects recorded images against accidental erasure.
The
mark is displayed for registered images.
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Protect
1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Protect] t desired mode.
Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press
the center to confirm [Select] and [OK].
Cancel All Images
Cancels the protection of all still images.
Cancel All Movies
Cancels the protection of all movies.
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• You can protect up to 100 images at a time.
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You can check the focus by enlarging a portion of the playback image.
1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [
Enlarge Image].
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2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel.
4 To cancel the operation, press [Exit].
Notes
• You cannot enlarge the movies.
• During playing back panoramic images, pause first, and then enlarge the image.
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3 Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/
left of the control wheel.
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z Scaling range
The scaling range depends on the image size.
Image size
Scaling range
L
Approx. ×1.1 – ×13
M
Approx. ×1.1 – ×10
S
Approx. ×1.1 – ×6.7
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Adjusts the sound volume of movies in eight steps. This item appears during movie
playback only.
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1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value.
The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while
playing back movies.
You can adjust the volume, while listening to the actual sound.
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z Adjusting the volume during playback
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85GB
You can specify which and how many copies of still images you shot on the memory
card that you want to print out later.
The
(Print order) mark is displayed for registered images (DPOF: Digital Print
Order Format).
Multiple Img.
Selects images to order printing.
1 Press the center to select the number of sheets. To cancel
DPOF, repeat pressing the center to set [0].
2 Repeat the operation on all images you want to print.
Cancel All
Clears all DPOF marks.
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1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Specify Printing] t desired setting.
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• You cannot add the DPOF mark to movies.
• You can add the DPOF mark to up to 998 images.
• DPOF registration is not cleared after printing. It is recommended that you clear it after you print the still
images.
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86GB
The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark
surroundings.
The red AF illuminator allows the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is
pressed halfway, until the focus is locked.
Auto
Uses the AF illuminator.
Off
Does not use the AF illuminator.
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1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [AF Illuminator] t desired setting.
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• You cannot use the AF illuminator when:
– [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF].
– [Landscape], [Night View], [Hand-held Twilight] or [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection] is selected.
– [Sweep Panorama] is selected.
– Recording movies.
– using an A-mount lens
• When you use the AF illuminator, the normal AF range finder frame is disabled and a new AF range
finder frame is displayed by a dotted line. AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of
the frame.
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87GB
The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon
when using the flash.
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Red Eye Reduction
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired setting.
The flash always strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Off
Does not use Red Eye Reduction.
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• Attach and raise the flash to use Red Eye Reduction.
• You cannot use [Red Eye Reduction] with [Smile Shutter].
• Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and
conditions, such as distance to the subject, or if the subject looked away from the pre-strobe.
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z What causes the red-eye phenomenon?
Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at
the back of the eye (retina), causing the “red-eye” phenomenon.
Camera
Eye
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88GB
You can check the recorded image on the LCD monitor right after the shooting. You can
change the displayed time.
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Auto Review
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Auto Review] t desired setting.
Displays for the set time.
5 Sec
2 Sec
Off
Does not display.
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• In auto review, the image will not be displayed in the vertical position even if [Playback Display] is set to
[Auto Rotate].
• Even if [Grid Line] is set to [On] when recording [Sweep Panorama] images, the grid line does not appear
in auto review.
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Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the
composition of images.
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Grid Line
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting.
Displays the grid line.
Off
Does not display the grid line.
z Checking the frame for movie recording
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The frame that appears when [Grid Line] is set to [On]
will show to what extent your subject is included in the
frame. This enables you to adjust the composition by
moving closer or further away from your subject.
Frame for movie
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90GB
Sets whether the histogram is displayed or not. The histogram displays the luminance
distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the image.
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Histogram
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Histogram] t desired setting.
Displays the histogram.
Off
Does not display the histogram.
Note
• You cannot display the histogram when using [Sweep Panorama].
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z What is histogram
The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a
particular brightness exist in the picture. Brighter image will make the entire histogram shift
to the right side, and darker image to the left side.
A Number of pixels
B Brightness
Bright
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91GB
Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual-focusing easier. This
works in the [Manualfocus] or [DMF] modes.
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MF Assist
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t [On].
The image is enlarged by seven times. You can enlarge the image also by 14 times.
On
Enlarges the image.
Off
Does not enlarge the image.
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2 Turn the focusing ring to adjust the focus.
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• You cannot use [MF Assist] with the following functions:
– Movie recording
– [Precision Dig. Zoom]
• When an A-mount lens (sold separately) is attached, pressing [MF Assist] (soft key) will enlarge the
image.
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92GB
The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range of color
reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space, depending on your
purpose.
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Color Space
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Color Space] t desired setting.
This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use sRGB
in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out the
images without any modification.
AdobeRGB
This has a wide range of color reproduction. When a large part of
the subject is vivid green or red, Adobe RGB is effective.
The file name of the image starts with “_DSC.”
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• Adobe RGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2.0 option color space.
Using some applications or printers that do not support them may result in or print images that do not
faithfully reproduce the color.
• When displaying images that were recorded with Adobe RGB on the camera or non-Adobe RGBcompliant devices, the images are displayed with low saturation.
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93GB
Sets whether or not you use the SteadyShot function of the lens.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [SteadyShot] t desired setting.
Uses SteadyShot.
Off
Does not use SteadyShot. This setting is recommended when
you use a tripod.
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• [On] is selected when using the following functions:
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
• You cannot set [SteadyShot] when an E16 mm F2.8 or A-mount lens (sold separately) is attached.
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94GB
Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens is attached.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Release w/oLens] t desired setting.
Releases the shutter when no lens is attached. Select this when
you attach the camera on an astronomical telescope, etc.
Disable
Releases the shutter only when a lens is attached.
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95GB
When you set the shutter speed to a second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise
reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open. This is to reduce the
grainy noise typical in a long exposure.
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Long Exposure NR
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Long Exposure NR] t desired setting.
Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is
open. When noise reduction is in progress, a message appears
and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the
image quality.
Off
Does not activate noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the
timing of shooting.
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• Noise reduction is not performed when using the following functions, even when it is set to [On]:
– [Continuous Adv.]
– [Speed Priority Cont.]
– [Bracket: Cont.]
– [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
• You cannot change [Long Exposure NR] when using the following functions:
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– [Sweep Panorama]
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When shooting with the high ISO, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more
noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high.
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High ISO NR
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [High ISO NR] t desired setting.
Activates high ISO noise reduction automatically.
Weak
Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately.
Note
• You cannot set [High ISO NR] when using [Sweep Panorama].
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Sets whether or not you record the sound during movie recording.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting.
Records sound (stereo).
Off
Does not record sound.
Note
• The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected.
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Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting.
The audio signals will sound only when the subject is in focus,
and during self-timer countdown.
High
Turns on audio signals when you press the control wheel, or soft
keys.
If you want to lower the volume, select [Low].
Low
Off
Turns off the audio signal.
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99GB
Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [
Language] t desired language.
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100GB
Sets the date and time again.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup].
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2 Set the date, time, etc.
Selects [ON] or [OFF].
Date Format
Selects the date and time display format.
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Note
• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PMB” in the CD-ROM
(supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
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101GB
Sets the area where you are using the camera. This allows you to set the local area when
you use the camera abroad.
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Area Setting
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Area Setting] t
desired setting.
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2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to
select an area.
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102GB
You can select whether or not the help guide is displayed when you operate the camera.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t desired setting.
Displays the help guide.
Off
Does not display the help guide. This is convenient when you
want to perform the next operation quickly.
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103GB
You can set time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode. Pressing the
shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode.
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Power Save
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting.
Switches to power save mode after the set time.
5 Min
10 Min
30 Min
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• Regardless of the setting here, the camera turns to power save mode after 30 minutes when the camera is
connected to a TV or the drive mode is set to [Remote Cdr.].
• Turn off the camera when you do not use it for a long time.
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104GB
The brightness of the LCD monitor is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting
conditions using the light sensor (page 12). You can set the brightness of the LCD
monitor manually.
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LCD Brightness
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [LCD Brightness] t desired setting.
Adjust the brightness automatically.
Manual
Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of –2 to +2.
Sunny Weather
Automatically adjusts the brightness appropriately for shooting
outdoors.
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Notes
• When this is set to [Auto], do not cover the light sensor with your hand and so on.
• When using the camera with the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately), the brightness of the LCD
monitor is always set as bright as +2 even if you select [Auto].
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Auto
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105GB
Selects the color of the LCD monitor.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Display Color] t desired setting.
Black
Blue
Pink
Turns to the selected color.
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White
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106GB
Selects the method used for displaying the wide images.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Wide Image] t desired setting.
Displays the wide images on the entire
screen.
Normal
Displays the wide images and the
operation information on the screen.
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Full Screen
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107GB
Selects the orientation when playing back still images recorded in the portrait position.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Playback Display] t desired setting.
Displays in the portrait position.
Manual Rotate
Displays in the landscape position.
Note
• When you play back the image on a TV or a computer, the image will be displayed in the portrait position
even if [Manual Rotate] is selected.
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Auto Rotate
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108GB
When connecting the camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with an HDMI cable
(sold separately), you can play back images on your camera by the TV’s remote control
aiming at the TV. See page 124 on “BRAVIA” Sync.
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CTRL FOR HDMI
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t desired setting.
Operates the camera with the TV remote control.
Off
Does not operate the camera with the TV remote control.
Note
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• You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote control of your TV by connecting your
camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV.
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109GB
Selects the method used for a USB connection.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [USB Connection] t desired setting.
Establishes a Mass Storage connection between the camera, a
computer, and other USB devices. Standard mode.
PTP
When you connect the camera to a computer, the AutoPlay
Wizard appears, and the still images in the recording folder on
the camera are imported to the computer (with Windows 7/Vista/
XP, Mac OS X).
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• You cannot import movies and RAW images with [PTP].
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110GB
Allows you to clean the image sensor.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Cleaning Mode] t [OK].
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The message “After cleaning, turn camera off. Continue?” appears.
2 Confirm [OK].
4 Use the blower to clean the image sensor
surface and the surrounding area.
5 Attach the lens and turn the camera off.
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• Cleaning can be performed only when the battery level is
(three remaining battery icons) or more.
The use of an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is recommended.
• Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body.
• Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount, so that the tip of the blower does not
touch the image sensor.
• Hold the camera’s face downward to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera.
• Do not apply a mechanical shock to the camera during cleaning.
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The anti-dust is activated automatically.
3 Detach the lens.
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Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware
update is released.
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Version
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Version].
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Note
• An update can be performed only when the battery level is
(three remaining battery icons) or more.
We recommend that you use a sufficient battery or the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately).
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112GB
Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with movies.
Select [Off] when you do not want to see the demonstration.
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1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Demo Mode] t desired setting.
The demonstration begins automatically when the camera is not
operated for about one minute.
Off
Does not show the demonstration.
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113GB
Initializes the setting to the default setting.
Even if you activate [Reset Default], the images are retained.
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Reset Default
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Reset Default] t [OK].
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• Be sure not to turn off the camera while resetting.
• The settings of [Date/Time Setup] and [Area Setting] are not reset.
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114GB
Formats the memory card. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first
time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of
the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the
memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save precious data on a computer, etc.
Notes
• Formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images.
• During the format, the access lamp lights up. Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit.
• Format the memory card using the camera. If you format it on a computer, the memory card may not be
usable with the camera, depending on the format type used.
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1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Format] t [OK].
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115GB
Selects the method for assigning file numbers to images.
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [File Number] t desired setting.
Reset
The camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns
numbers to files from “0001.” When the recording folder
contains a file, a number incremented one higher than the largest
number is assigned.
• When the folder format is changed.
• When all the images in the folder are deleted.
• When the memory card is replaced.
• When the memory card is formatted.
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The camera does not reset numbers, and assigns numbers to files
in sequence until the number reaches “9999.”
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116GB
Still images you shoot are recorded in a folder that is automatically created under the
DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the folder name form.
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Folder Name
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Folder Name] t desired setting.
The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF.
Example: 100MSDCF
Date Form
The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last
digit)/MM/DD.
Example: 10000405 (Folder name: 100, date: 04/05/2010)
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• The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01” (NEX-5/5C), or “folder number +
MNV01” (NEX-3/3C). You cannot change this name.
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When a standard form folder is selected and there are two or more folders, you can select
the recording folder to be used to record still images.
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1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired folder.
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• You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting.
• You cannot select the folder for movies.
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118GB
Creates a folder in the memory card for recording images.
Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select
another recording folder.
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New Folder
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [New Folder] t [OK].
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• A folder for still images and a folder for movies that have the same number are created at the same time.
• When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into the camera and shoot images, a
new folder may be automatically created.
• Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in the folders for still images or movies, respectively, with the
same number. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is created automatically.
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A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number
currently used.
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119GB
When inconsistencies are found in the image database file of movies, caused by
processing movies on computers, etc., movies on the memory card will not be played
back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file.
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Recover Image DB
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t [OK].
Note
• Use a sufficiently charged battery. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data.
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The [Recover Image DB] screen is displayed, and the camera repairs the file.
Wait as it is until repairing is completed.
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120GB
Displays the remaining recording time of movies on the memory card. Number of
recordable still images is also displayed.
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Display Card Space
1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Display Card Space] t [OK].
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Sets whether or not you use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card
(commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the
camera.
NEX-5C/3C do not have this function.
Enables the upload function. The icon on the screen changes
according to the communication status of the camera.
Standby. No images are to be sent.
Connecting.
Upload standby.
Uploading.
Error
Off
Disables the upload function.
Notes
• 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.
• 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].
is displayed on the screen when [Upload Settings] is set to
[Off].
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1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Upload Settings] t desired setting.
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1 Set your Wi-Fi network or destination on the Eye-Fi card.
For details, refer to the manual supplied with the Eye-Fi card.
2 Insert the Eye-Fi card you have set up into the camera, and shoot still
images.
Images are transferred to your computer, etc., automatically via the Wi-Fi network.
Notes
• When you use a brand-new Eye-Fi card for the first time, copy the install file of Eye-Fi manager recorded
on the card to your computer before formatting the card.
• Use an Eye-Fi card after updating the firmware to the latest version. For details, refer to the manual that
comes with the Eye-Fi card.
• The power save function of the camera does not work while it is transferring images.
• If
(error) is displayed, remove the memory card and reinsert it, or turn off then turn on the power
again. If
appears again, the Eye-Fi card may be damaged.
• Wi-Fi network communication may be influenced by other communication devices. If the
communication status is poor, move closer to the access point of the Wi-Fi network.
• You cannot upload movies.
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Connecting with other equipment
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. Refer also to the operating
instructions supplied with the TV.
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1 Turn off both your camera and the TV.
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2 Connect the camera to the TV with an HDMI
cable (sold separately).
1 To the HDMI
connector
3 Turn on the TV and switch the input.
4 Turn on the camera.
HDMI cable
Images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen.
Select the desired image with the control wheel.
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2 To the HDMI
terminal
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• Some devices may not work properly.
• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
• Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camera), and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on
the other end.
• If you record movies when the camera is connected to a TV with an HDMI cable, recording will be
stopped after a while automatically to protect the devices.
• Do not connect the output connector of the device with the HDMI terminal on the camera. This may
cause a malfunction.
z On “PhotoTV HD”
This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard.
By connecting Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold
separately), a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.
“PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and
colors. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
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By connecting the camera to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable
(sold separately), you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control.
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Using “BRAVIA” Sync
1 Connect a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync to the camera.
2 Press the LINK Menu button on the TV Remote Control.
3 Operate with the buttons on the TV Remote Control.
Item
Operation
Slide Show
Plays back images automatically
Returns to the single-image screen.
Still/Movie Select
Selects still image or movie to be played back.
Image Index
Switches to the image index screen.
Select Folder
Selects the folder of images to be played back.
Select Date
Selects the date of movies to be played back.
Delete
Deletes the image.
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The input is automatically switched and the image shot with the camera appears on the
TV screen.
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• The operations available are restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable.
• Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide LINK Menu operations. The LINK Menu
operations differ depending on the TV connected. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the TV.
• If the camera performs unnecessary operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the camera is
connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, operate [Menu] t [Setup] t
[CTRL FOR HDMI] t [Off].
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Note
• “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.
The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software
and importing images via a USB connection.
Microsoft Windows XP*1 SP3/Windows Vista*2 SP2/
Windows 7
“PMB”
CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster
(NEX-5/5C: For playing/editing the High Definition movies:
Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or
faster
NEX-3/3C: For playing/editing the movies: Intel Core Duo
1.66 GHz or faster /Intel Core 2 Duo 1.20 GHz or faster)
Memory: 512 MB or more (For playing/editing the High
Definition movies: 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 SR Ver.3”
“Image Data Lightbox
SR”
CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster/1 GB or more
Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more
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(Windows)
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Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile
use of images shot with your camera.
• Sony Image Data Suite
“Image Data Converter SR”
“Image Data Lightbox SR”
• “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser)
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*1 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.
*2 Starter (Edition) is not supported.
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The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software
and importing images via a USB connection.
USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.6)
“Image Data Converter SR Ver.3”/“Image Data
Lightbox SR”: Mac OS X v10.4/Mac OS X v10.5/
Mac OS X v10.6 (Snow Leopard)
“Image Data
Converter SR Ver.3”
“Image Data Lightbox
SR”
CPU: Power PC G4/G5 series (1.0 GHz or faster is
recommended)/Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or faster
Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended.
Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more
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Notes
• Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above
or in a multi-boot environment.
• If you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some devices, including
the camera, may not operate, depending on the types of USB devices you are using.
• Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0
compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed
USB (USB 2.0 compliant).
• When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera
and your computer may not recover at the same time.
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Using the software
Installing the software (Windows)
Log on as Administrator.
The installation menu screen appears.
• If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t
(SONYPMB) 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.
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1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the
CD-ROM drive.
2 Click [Install].
• Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen
(page 130).
• 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.
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Make sure that both “Sony Image Data Suite” and “PMB” are checked and follow the
instructions on the screen.
3 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete.
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The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop.
“Image Data Converter SR”
“Image Data Lightbox SR”
“PMB”
“PMB Launcher”
“PMB Help”
Notes
• If “PMB” has already been installed on the computer, and the version number of the previously installed
“PMB” is lower than that of the “PMB” on the CD-ROM (supplied), install “PMB” also from the
CD-ROM (supplied).
• If a version of “PMB” under 5.0.00 has been installed on your computer, you may be unable to use some
functions of those “PMB” when installing the “PMB” from the supplied CD-ROM. Also, “PMB
Launcher” is installed from the supplied CD-ROM and you can start “PMB” or other software by using
the “PMB Launcher.” Double-click the “PMB Launcher” short-cut icon on the computer screen to start
“PMB Launcher.”
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Log on as Administrator.
1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into
the CD-ROM drive.
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Installing the software (Macintosh)
2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon.
4 Double-click the [IDS_INST.pkg] file in the copy-to folder.
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
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With “Image Data Converter SR” 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.
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3 Copy the [IDS_INST.pkg] file in the [MAC] folder to the hard disk icon.
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Refer to Help.
Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help] t [Image Data
Converter SR Ver.3].
“Image Data Converter SR” support page (English only)
http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/
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With “Image Data Lightbox SR” you can do the following, etc.:
• To display and compare RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera.
• To rate the images on a scale of five.
• To set color labels and so on.
• To display an image with “Image Data Converter SR” and make adjustments to it.
Refer to Help.
Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help] t [Image Data
Lightbox SR].
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With “PMB” 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 data disc using a CD burner drive or DVD burner drive.
• To create Blu-ray discs, AVCHD format discs or DVD discs from AVCHD format
movies imported to a computer. (An internet connection environment is required when
a Blu-ray disc/DVD disc is created for the first time.) (NEX-5/5C only)
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“Image Data Lightbox SR” support page (English only)
http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/
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• “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.
• The confirmation message of the Information tool appears on the screen when starting “PMB” for the
first time. Select [Start]. This function informs you of news, such as software updates. You can change
the setting later.
z To use “PMB”
Refer to “PMB Help.”
Double-click the shortcut of
(PMB Help) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All
Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help].
“PMB” support page (English only)
http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/
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2 Turn on the computer, then press the
(Playback) button.
1 To a USB terminal of the
computer
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1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into
the camera, or connect the camera to a wall
outlet (wall socket) using the AC-PW20 AC
Adaptor (sold separately).
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Connecting the camera to the
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USB cable
(supplied)
3 Connect the camera to your computer.
Importing images to the computer (Windows)
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When a USB connection is established for the first time,
your computer automatically runs a program to
2 To the USB terminal
recognize the camera. Wait for a while.
“PMB” allows you to easily import images.
For details on “PMB” functions, see the “PMB Help.”
When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between the camera
and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] t [OK] t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT]
t copy the desired images to the computer.
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Notes
• For operations such as importing AVCHD movies to the computer, use “PMB” (NEX-5/5C only).
• When the camera is connected to the computer, if you operate AVCHD format movies or folders from the
connected computer, images may be damaged or cannot be played. Do not delete or copy AVCHD format
movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from
such operations via the computer (NEX-5/5C only).
Importing images to the computer (Macintosh)
1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first. Double-click the
newly recognized icon on the desktop t the folder where the images you
want to import are stored.
2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon.
The image files are copied to the hard disk.
3 Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder
containing the copied files.
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Deleting the USB connection
Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before:
• Disconnecting the USB cable.
• Removing the memory card.
• Turning off the camera.
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2 Click
(USB Mass Storage Device) t
[Stop].
3 Confirm the device on the confirmation
window, then click [OK].
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Disconnect icon
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Note
• Drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon to the “Trash” icon beforehand when you use
a Macintosh computer, and the camera is disconnected from the computer.
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1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the
tasktray.
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You can create a disc from AVCHD format movies recorded on the camera.
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Creating a movie disc (NEX-5/5C)
Selecting the method for creating a disc
Method
Blu-ray disc playback devices
(Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3,
etc.)
Create a Blu-ray disc of movies and
photos imported to a computer using
“PMB.”
AVCHD format playback devices
(Sony Blu-ray disc player,
PlayStation®3, etc.)
Create an AVCHD format disc of
movies and photos imported to a
computer using “PMB.”
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Player
Creating an AVCHD format disc with a
DVD writer/recorder other than
DVDirect Express.
Create a standard definition image
quality (STD) disc of movies and
photos imported to a computer using
“PMB.”
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Ordinary DVD playback devices
(DVD player, DVD playable
computer, etc.)
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Select the method that best suits your disc player.
See “PMB Help” for details on creating a disc using “PMB.”
To import movies, see page 130.
Notes
• If you use a Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), you can transfer data by inserting a memory card into the
memory card slot of the DVD writer, or connecting your camera to the DVD writer with a USB cable.
• When you use Sony DVDirect (DVD writer), make sure that the version of DVD writer’s firmware is the
latest.
For details, refer to the following URL:
http://sony.storagesupport.com/
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A Blu-ray disc enables you to record high definition image quality (HD)
movies of a longer duration than DVD discs.
playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player and a PlayStation®3. You
cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players.
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You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB.” For Blu-ray disc, see page 134.
Features
DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL
Unrewritable
DVD-RW/DVD+RW
Rewritable
• Always maintain your PlayStation®3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation®3 system software.
• The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
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Standard definition image quality (STD) movie converted from high
definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such
as DVD-R discs, and a standard image quality (STD) disc is created.
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High definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media,
such as DVD-R discs, and a high definition image quality (HD) disc is
created.
• You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format
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You can create a high definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format disc from AVCHD
format movies imported to a computer using the supplied software “PMB.”
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Creating an AVCHD format disc
1 Turn on your computer and place an empty disc on the DVD drive.
2 Start “PMB.”
4 Click
(Disc Creation) to select [Create AVCHD Format Discs (HD)].
5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc.
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z Playing AVCHD format disc on a computer
You can play back AVCHD format discs using “Player for AVCHD” that is installed
together with “PMB.”
To start the software, click on [Start] t [All Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Launcher] t
[View] t [Player for AVCHD].
For detailed operations, see the Help for “Player for AVCHD.”
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• Movies may not be played smoothly depending on the computer environment.
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• Install “PMB” beforehand.
• Still images and MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on the AVCHD format disc.
• It may take a long time to create a disc.
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3 Select the AVCHD format movies you want to write.
Creating a Blu-ray disc
You can create a Blu-ray disc with AVCHD movies previously imported to a computer.
Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs.
BD-R (non-rewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media can be used to create Blu-ray
discs. You cannot add contents to either type of disc once it has been created.
Click [BD Add-on Software] on the installation screen of “PMB,” and install this plug-in
according to the on-screen instructions.
Connect your computer to the Internet when you install [BD Add-on Software].
See “PMB Help” for details.
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You can create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc from AVCHD format
movies imported to a computer using supplied software “PMB.”
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Creating a standard definition image quality
(STD) disc
1 Turn on your computer and place an empty disc on the DVD drive.
3 Select the movies you want to write.
4 Click
(STD)].
(Disc Creation) to select [Create DVD-Video Format Discs
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• Close all software other than “PMB.”
2 Start “PMB.”
5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create the disc.
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• Install “PMB” beforehand.
• MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on a disc.
• It will take a longer time to create a disc because AVCHD format movies are converted to standard
definition image quality (STD) movies.
• An Internet connection environment is required when creating a DVD-Video (STD) disc for the first
time.
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You cannot print RAW images.
When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off.
You cannot print panoramic images depending on the printer.
When you print at a shop, note the followings.
– Consult your photo printing service shop as to what types of memory card they handle.
– A memory card adaptor (sold separately) may be necessary. Consult your photo printing service shop.
– Before you take image data to a shop, always copy (back up) your data to a disk.
– You cannot set the number of prints.
– If you want to superimpose dates on images, consult your photo printing service shop.
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You can print still images using the following methods.
• Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type
For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
• Printing using a computer
You can import images to a computer using the supplied “PMB” software and print the
images. You can insert the date on the image and print it. For details, see the “PMB
Help.”
• Printing at a shop
You can take a memory card containing images shot with the camera to a photo
printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming
to DPOF, you can make a
(Print order) mark on images in advance in the
playback mode so that you do not have to reselect them when you print them out at the
shop.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.
1 Check the items on pages 137 to 142.
3 Reset the settings (page 114).
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4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
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2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert
the battery pack, then turn on the power.
The battery pack cannot be installed.
The remaining battery indicator is incorrect, or sufficient remaining battery
indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly.
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• When you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to push the lock lever.
• You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50.
• 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.
• The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one.
Cannot turn on the camera.
• Install the battery pack correctly.
• The battery pack is discharged. Install a charged battery pack.
• 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.
• 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
(page 104).
The CHARGE lamp 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 0.15-second intervals) and slow (about
1.5-second intervals). If it is flashing fast, remove the battery pack and reattach the same battery pack
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battery pack. 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).
Shooting images
Nothing is displayed on the LCD monitor when the power is turned on.
The shutter does not release.
Recording takes a long time.
• The noise reduction function is turned on (pages 96, 97). This is not a malfunction.
• You are shooting in RAW mode (page 66). Since the RAW data file is large, the RAW mode shooting
may take time.
• The Auto HDR is processing an image (page 74).
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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] (page 53).
Ambient light is insufficient.
The subject may require special focusing. Use the [Flexible Spot] (page 55) or manual focus function
(page 53).
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The image is out of focus.
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• 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.
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• 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
(page 104).
The flash does not work.
• Raise the flash.
• The flash is not attached correctly. Reattach the flash.
• You cannot use a flash with the following recording mode:
– [Bracket: Cont.]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Night View] and [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection]
– [Anti Motion Blur]
– Movie recording
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 camera.
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The image taken with the flash is too dark.
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• 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.
The date and time are recorded incorrectly.
The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes when you press the shutter
button halfway down.
• Since the subject is too bright or too dark, it is beyond the available range of the camera. Adjust the
setting again.
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.
The eyes of the subject come out red.
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• 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 in the image. The
optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient
light).
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The image is whitish (Flare).
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• Set the correct date and time (page 101).
• The area selected with [Area Setting] is different from the actual area. Set the actual area by selecting
[Menu] t [Setup] t [Area Setting].
• Activate the Red Eye Reduction function (page 88).
• Get close to the subject, and shoot the subject within the flash range using the flash.
Dots appear and remain on the LCD monitor.
• This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded.
The image is blurred.
• 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 31). [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] (page 43)
and [Anti Motion Blur] (page 45) are also effective in reducing blur.
The exposure value is flashing on the LCD monitor.
• The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera.
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 (page 131).
• Use “PMB” to play images stored on a computer with this camera.
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Deleting/Editing images
The image cannot be deleted.
• Cancel the protection (page 83).
The image was deleted by mistake.
A DPOF mark cannot be put.
• You cannot mark DPOF marks on RAW images.
Computers
• Check “Recommended computer environment” (page 125).
The computer does not recognize the camera.
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• Check that the camera is turned on.
• When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack, or use the AC Adaptor (sold
separately).
• Use the USB cable (supplied) for connection.
• Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly.
• Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage] (page 110).
• Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals
of your computer.
• Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device.
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Not sure if the OS of the computer is compatible with the camera.
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• Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that
you do not want to delete (page 83).
Cannot copy images.
• Make the USB connection by properly connecting the camera with your computer (page 130).
• Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS.
• When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer, you may not be able to copy
the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by your camera.
Cannot play back images on a computer.
• If you are using “PMB,” refer to the “PMB Help.”
• Consult the computer or software manufacturer.
The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a
computer.
• You are playing back the movie directly from the memory card. Import the movie to your computer
using “PMB” and play it back.
After making a USB connection, “PMB” does not start automatically.
• Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on (page 130).
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Memory card
Cannot insert a memory card.
• Insertion direction of the memory card is wrong. Insert it in the correct direction.
Cannot record on a memory card.
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• The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images (pages 28, 76).
• An unusable memory card is inserted.
Formatted the memory card by mistake.
• All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it.
Printing
• RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images first, convert them to JPEG images using
“Image Data Converter SR” on the supplied CD-ROM.
The color of the image is strange.
• When you print the images recorded in Adobe RGB mode using sRGB printers that are not
compatible with Adobe RGB (DCF2.0/Exif2.21 or later), the images are printed at a lower saturation.
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Images are printed with both edges cut off.
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• Depending on your printer, the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the image may be cut off.
Especially when you print an image shot with the aspect ratio set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image
may be cut off.
• When printing images using your own printer, cancel the trimming or borderless settings. Consult the
printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not.
• When having images printed at a photo printing service shop, ask the shop whether they can print the
images without cutting off both edges.
Cannot print images with the date.
• Using “PMB,” you can print images with date.
• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the images
shot with the camera include information on the recording date, you can print images with the date
superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with
Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software.
• When you print images at a shop, images can be printed with the date if you ask them to do so.
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The lens gets fogged.
• Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using
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The message “Set Area/Date/Time.” appears when the camera is turned on.
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• The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack. Charge the
battery pack and set the date again (page 101). If the message appears every time you charge the
battery pack, the internal rechargeable battery may be exhausted. Consult your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two at a time.
The setting is reset without the resetting operation.
• The battery pack was removed when the power switch was set to ON. When removing the battery
pack, make sure the camera is turned off and the access lamp is not illuminated.
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• This is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on the
image when you shoot a JPEG image.
The camera does not work properly.
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• Turn off the camera. Remove the battery pack and insert it again. If the camera is hot, remove the
battery pack, and allow it to cool down before trying this corrective procedure.
• If an AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and
turn on the camera again. If the camera does not work after doing these solutions, consult your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
“--E-” is indicated on the screen.
• Remove the memory card, and insert it again. If this procedure does not turn off the indication, format
the memory card (page 115).
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Warning messages
If the following messages appear, follow the instructions below.
Incompatible battery. Use correct model.
• An incompatible battery pack is being used.
• Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal
rechargeable battery.
Power insufficient
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Set Area/Date/Time.
• You tried to clean the image sensor (Cleaning Mode) when the battery level is insufficient. Charge the
battery pack or use an AC Adaptor (sold separately).
• The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [OK], then
format the memory card. You can use the memory card again, however, all previous data in the
memory card is erased. It may take some time to complete the format. If the message still appears,
change the memory card.
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Unable to use memory card. Format?
Memory Card Error
• An incompatible memory card is inserted or the format has failed.
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Reinsert memory card.
• The inserted memory card cannot be used in your camera.
• The memory card is damaged.
• The terminal section of the memory card is dirty.
This memory card may not be capable of recording and playing normally.
• The inserted memory card cannot be used in the camera.
Processing...
• Long exposure noise reduction will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open.
You cannot do any further shooting during this reduction process. You can disable the long exposure
noise reduction function.
Unable to display.
• Images recorded with other cameras or images modified with a computer may not be able to be
displayed.
Cannot recognize lens. Attach it properly.
• The lens is not attached properly, or the lens is not attached. If the message appears when a lens is
attached, reattach the lens. If the message appears frequently, check whether the contacts of the lens
and camera are clean or not.
• When attaching the camera to an astronomical telescope or something similar, set [Release w/oLens]
to [Enable] (page 95).
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• There is no image on the memory card.
Image protected
• You tried to delete protected images.
Unable to print.
Camera overheating. Allow it to cool.
• The camera has become hot because you have been shooting continuously. Turn the power off. Cool
the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again.
• The SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will
not work. Turn the camera off and on. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or
local authorized Sony service facility.
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• The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the camera is
possible.
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• Since you have recorded movies for a long time, the camera temperature has risen. Stop recording
movies.
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• You tried to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark.
• Unable to register to the database file. Import all the images to a computer using “PMB” and recover
the memory card.
Camera Error
System Error
• Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently,
consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Image Database File error.
• There is something wrong occurred in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] t [Recover Image
DB] t [OK].
Image Database File error. Recover?
• You cannot record or play back AVCHD format movies because the Image Database File is damaged.
Follow the on-screen instructions to recover data.
Recording is unavailable in this movie format.
• Set [File Format] to [MP4].
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• Images recorded with other cameras may not be enlarged or rotated.
No images selected.
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• You attempted to print without specifying images.
• You attempted to execute DPOF without specifying images.
Cannot create more folders.
• The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the memory card. You cannot create any
folders if this is the case.
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You can use the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold
separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to
240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz.
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Note
On TV color systems
NEX-5/5C
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• Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction.
To view movies shot using this camera on a television, the camera and television must
use the same color television system.
The camera automatically detects the color system to match that of the connected video
device.
NTSC system (1080 60i)
PAL system (1080 50i)
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Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela,
etc.
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Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland,
Germany, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New
Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Rumania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc.
PAL-M system (1080 50i)
Brazil
PAL-N system (1080 50i)
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM system (1080 50i)
Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
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You can use following memory cards with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory card, SDHC memory card,
and SDXC memory card. You cannot use a MultiMedia Card.
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Memory card formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with the camera.
Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used.
Do not remove the memory card while reading or writing data.
Data may be corrupted in the following cases:
– When the memory card is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operation
– When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise
We recommend backing up important data, such as to a hard disk of a computer.
Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor.
Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object.
Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
Do not disassemble or modify the memory card.
Do not expose the memory card to water.
Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.
The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it.
Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:
– High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight
– Locations exposed to direct sunlight
– Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present
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.)
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“Memory Stick” media
The types of “Memory Stick” media that can be used with the camera are listed in the
table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick”
media functions.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media*1*2*3
Available with your camera
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
media*1*2
“Memory Stick Duo” media
Unavailable with your camera
“Memory Stick” media and
“Memory Stick PRO” media
Unavailable with your camera
*1
This is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses
encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed
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*3
Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately)
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• This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an
abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro” media.
• To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert the “Memory
Stick Micro” media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size. If you insert a
“Memory Stick Micro” media into the camera without an “M2” Adaptor as large as of
Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the camera.
• Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” media within the reach of small children.
They might accidentally swallow it.
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Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface.
When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be
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On charging the battery pack
Effective use of the battery pack
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• Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So in cold places, the
operational time of the battery pack is shorter. To ensure longer battery pack use, we
recommend putting the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and
insert it in the camera immediately before you start shooting.
• The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash or record movies frequently.
• We recommend having spare battery packs handy and making trial shots before taking
the actual shots.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
• Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct
sunlight.
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We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to
30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures
outside this range.
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Your camera operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FW50. You cannot
use any other battery packs. “InfoLITHIUM” W series battery packs have the
mark.
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for
communicating information related to operating conditions with the camera.
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the
operating conditions of your camera, and displays the remaining battery time in
percentages.
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On the remaining battery time indicator
When the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that
the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack again. Remaining
battery time will be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the battery indication will
not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left after being
charged, or when the battery pack is frequently used. Use the remaining battery
indication as a rough guide only.
How to store the battery pack
• Fully discharge the battery pack before storing and store it in a cool, dry place. To
maintain the battery pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge
it on the camera at least once a year.
• To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the
power goes off.
• To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to
keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing the battery pack.
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• The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated
use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time
to replace it with a new one.
• The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and
environment in which each battery pack is used.
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• Only NP-FW type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger
(supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if
you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns.
• Remove the charged battery pack from the battery charger. If you leave the charged
battery pack in the charger, battery life may be shortened.
• The CHARGE lamp of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way:
Fast flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval of 0.15 seconds.
Slow flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval of 1.5 seconds.
• When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast, remove the battery pack being charged, and
then insert the same battery pack into the battery charger securely again. When the
CHARGE lamp flashes fast again, this may indicate a battery error or that a battery
pack other than the specified type has been inserted. Check that the battery pack is the
specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack,
replace it with a new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates
correctly. If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may have occurred.
• When the CHARGE lamp flashes slowly, it indicates that the battery charger stops
charging temporarily on standby. The battery charger stops charging and enters the
standby status automatically when the temperature is outside of the recommended
operating temperature. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range,
the battery charger resumes charging and the CHARGE lamp lights up again. We
recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to
30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
• If the battery charger is dirty, batteries may not be charged correctly. Clean the battery
charger with dry cloth, etc.
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Using the Mount Adaptor LA-EA1 (sold separately), you can attach an A-mount lens to
your camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount
Adaptor.
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• You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.
• The continuous shooting speed of still images will be slower.
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Recording and playback on your camera
Video signal*3: 1080 60i-compatible device
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920 × 1080/60i
1080 50i-compatible device
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920 × 1080/50i
Audio signal: Dolby Digital 2ch
Recording media: Memory card
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Based on the AVCHD format, your camera records with the high definition image
quality (HD) mentioned below.
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The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a
high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification*1 or the 720p specification*2
using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is
adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to
compress audio data.
The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency
than that of the conventional image compressing format. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
format enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to
be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, hard disk drive, flash memory, memory card, etc.
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A high definition specification which utilizes 1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system.
720p specification
A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system.
*3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera.
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Cleaning the camera
* Do not use a spray blower. Using one may cause a malfunction.
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• Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine.
• When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust using a commercially available blower.
In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper
slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution. Wipe in a spiral pattern from the center
to the outside. Do not spray lens cleaning solution directly onto the lens surface.
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• Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the
surface with a dry cloth. Do not use the following as they may damage the finish or the
casing.
– Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect
repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc.
– Do not touch the camera with the above on your hand.
– Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time.
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• Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts. Blow away dust from
inside the mount using a commercially available blower*. For details on cleaning the
image sensor, see page 111.
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AF Illuminator ................................................... 87
Delete ............................................................28, 76
AF/MF Select ..................................................... 53
Demo Mode ......................................................113
Anti Motion Blur ............................................... 45
Direct Manual Focus ..........................................53
Aperture ............................................................. 51
Disc creation .....................................................132
Aperture Priority ................................................ 51
DISP ...................................................................29
Area Setting ..................................................... 102
Display Card Space ..........................................121
Aspect Ratio ....................................................... 65
Display Color ....................................................106
Auto HDR .......................................................... 74
Display Contents ................................................29
Auto Review ...................................................... 89
DMF ...................................................................53
Autoflash ............................................................ 31
DPOF ..................................................................86
Autofocus ........................................................... 53
D-Range Opt. ......................................................73
Autofocus Area .................................................. 55
Drive Mode .........................................................33
Autofocus Mode ................................................ 56
DRO/Auto HDR .................................................73
AVCHD ..................................................... 67, 153
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Enlarge Image .....................................................84
Beep ................................................................... 99
Enlarged playback ..............................................26
Bracket: Cont. .................................................... 38
Exposure Comp. .................................................32
“BRAVIA” Sync .............................................. 124
Eye-Fi card .......................................................122
BULB ................................................................. 49
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Face Detection ....................................................58
Center ........................................................... 55, 71
File Format .........................................................67
Cleaning Mode ................................................. 111
File Number ......................................................116
Color filter .......................................................... 70
Fill-flash .............................................................31
Color Space ........................................................ 93
Flash ...................................................................31
Color Temperature ............................................. 70
Flash Compensation ...........................................72
Computer ......................................................... 125
Flash Mode .........................................................31
Recommended environment ....................... 125
Flash Off .............................................................31
Connection
Flexible Spot .......................................................55
Computer .................................................... 130
Folder Name .....................................................117
TV .............................................................. 123
Format ...............................................................115
Continuous Adv. ................................................ 34
Contrast .............................................................. 75
Control wheel ..................................................... 17
CTRL FOR HDMI ........................................... 109
Custom white balance ........................................ 70
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Date Format ..................................................... 101
Date/Time Setup .............................................. 101
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Defocusing the background ................................24
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Daylight Svg. ....................................................101
AdobeRGB ......................................................... 93
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Grid Line ............................................................90
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Hand-held Twilight ............................................44
Help Guide Display ..........................................103
High ISO NR ......................................................97
Histogram ...........................................................91
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Panorama ............................................................46
Identifying parts ................................................. 11
Panorama Direction ............................................61
Image Data Converter SR ................................ 128
Playback .............................................................26
Image Data Lightbox SR ................................. 129
Playback Display ..............................................108
Image Index ................................................. 40, 79
Playback on TV ................................................123
Image Size .......................................................... 63
Playback zoom ....................................................26
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack .......................... 149
PMB ..................................................................129
Install ............................................................... 127
PMB Launcher ..................................................127
Intelligent Auto ............................................ 24, 41
Portrait ................................................................43
ISO ..................................................................... 68
Power Save .......................................................104
Precision Dig. Zoom ...........................................57
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Preset white balance ...........................................70
JPEG .................................................................. 66
Print ..................................................................136
Protect .................................................................83
Landscape .......................................................... 43
Language .......................................................... 100
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LCD Brightness ............................................... 105
Quality ................................................................66
Long Exposure NR ............................................ 96
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Program Auto .....................................................52
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Icons ................................................................... 15
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RAW ...................................................................66
Macintosh ......................................................... 128
Rear Sync. ...........................................................31
Macro ................................................................. 43
Recover Image DB ...........................................120
Manual Exposure ............................................... 48
Red Eye Reduction .............................................88
Manualfocus ....................................................... 53
Release w/oLens .................................................95
Memory card .................................................... 147
Remote Cdr. ........................................................39
Menu .................................................................. 19
Reset Default ....................................................114
Brightness/Color .......................................... 20
Rotate ..................................................................82
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Camera ......................................................... 20
Image Size .................................................... 20
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Playback ....................................................... 21
Saturation ............................................................75
Setup ............................................................. 21
Scene Recognition ........................................23, 41
Shoot Mode .................................................. 19
Scene Selection ...................................................43
Metering Mode .................................................. 71
Scroll playback ...................................................47
MF Assist ........................................................... 92
Select Date ..........................................................81
Movie Audio Rec ............................................... 98
Select Folder .......................................................80
MP4 .................................................................... 67
Select Shoot. Folder ..........................................118
Multi ............................................................. 55, 71
Self-timer ............................................................36
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Setup ...................................................................21
New Folder ...................................................... 119
Sharpness ............................................................75
Night Portrait ..................................................... 43
Shooting ..............................................................23
Night View ......................................................... 43
Movie ............................................................23
Still image .....................................................23
Shooting Tip List ................................................62
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Shutter Priority ................................................... 50
Single-shot AF ................................................... 56
Slide Show ......................................................... 77
Slow Sync. ......................................................... 31
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Shutter speed ...................................................... 50
Smile Detection .................................................. 60
Smile Shutter ...................................................... 59
Specify Printing ................................................. 86
Speed Priority Cont. ........................................... 35
Sports Action ..................................................... 43
Spot .................................................................... 71
sRGB .................................................................. 93
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Soft keys ............................................................ 18
SteadyShot ......................................................... 94
Sunset ................................................................. 43
Sweep Panorama ................................................ 46
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Troubleshooting ............................................... 137
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Still/Movie Select .............................................. 78
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Upload Settings ................................................ 122
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USB Connection .............................................. 110
Version ............................................................. 112
Volume Settings ................................................. 85
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Warning messages ........................................... 143
White Balance .................................................... 69
Wide Image ...................................................... 107
Windows .......................................................... 127
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NEX-3/3C IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A
CONSUMER FOR
(i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL
STANDARD (“MPEG-4 VIDEO”)
AND/OR
(ii)DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR
WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO
PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO.
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NEX-5/5C IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR
THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO
(i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC
VIDEO”)
AND/OR
(ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED
IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C.
SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
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“C Library”, “Expat”, “zlib”, “dtoa”, “pcre”, and “libjpeg” software are provided in the
camera. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of
copyright. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications,
we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections.
Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in
English) of “C Library”, “Expat”, “zlib”, “dtoa”, “pcre” and “libjpeg” software.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO
PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY
BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC.
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On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software
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Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in
English) of “GPL”, and “LGPL” software.
To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is not installed on your computer, you
can download it from the Adobe Systems web page:
http://www.adobe.com/
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The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter
referred to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as
“LGPL”) are included in the camera.
This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source
code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL.
Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it.
http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/
We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code.
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