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Inserting a memory card
1
Open the memory card cover.
2
Insert “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media or an SD memory card.
• Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated.
Face side (SD memory card)
Terminal part
3
Select the type of memory card you want to use using the memory card switch.
• If you switch the memory card while the power is turned on, the LCD monitor is turned off for a few seconds.
This is not a malfunction.
4
Close the memory card cover.
Face side (“Memory Stick PRO
Duo”)
Terminal part
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Available memory cards
• Only “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards and SDXC memory cards can be used with this camera. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards functions.
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO-HG
Duo” media are referred to as the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and the SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card are referred to as the “SD card” in this Instruction Manual.
• For recording movies, it is recommended that you use following memory cards.
– (Mark2) (“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
(Mark2))
– (“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media)
– SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card (Class 4 or more)
• 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.)
To remove the memory card
Check that the access lamp is not lit, then open the memory card cover, and push the memory card once.
Access lamp
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Notes on using memory cards
• Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
• 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.
• The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time.
Be careful when you handle it.
• When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. The data may be corrupted.
• Data may be damaged if you place the memory card near stronglymagnetized material or use the memory card in a static-prone or electrically noisy environment.
• We recommend backing up important data, such as to a hard disk of a computer.
• When you carry or store the memory card, put it in the case supplied with it.
• Do not expose the memory card to water.
• Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object.
• When the write-protect switch of a memory card is set to the LOCK position, you cannot perform operations, such as recording or deleting images.
• The memory cards formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with this camera. Be sure to format the memory cards using the camera.
• Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment used.
• Do not press down hard when you write down on the memo area.
• Do not attach a label on the memory cards themselves.
• Do not disassemble or modify the memory cards.
• Do not leave the memory cards within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.
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Notes on the “Memory Stick” media used with the camera
The types of “Memory Stick” media that can be used with this camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media functions.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media* 1 * 2 * 3
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media*
1 * 2
Available with your camera
“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 with this camera.
*2 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface.
*3 When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be used.
Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately)
• This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”).
“M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro” media.
• To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Micro” media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as of
Duo size. 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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Table of contents
- 7 Notes on using your camera
- 9 Table of Contents
- 13 Preparing the camera
- 13 Checking the accessories supplied
- 14 Identifying parts
- 18 Preparing the battery pack
- 25 Attaching a lens
- 27 Inserting a memory card
- 31 Preparing the camera
- 33 Using the accessories supplied
- 35 Checking the number of recordable images
- 37 Cleaning
- 40 Before your operation
- 40 Switching between the LCD monitor and viewfinder (OVF)
- 40 Adjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment)
- 42 The status of the screen in Live View mode
- 42 Switching the status of the LCD monitor
- 43 Recording information display
- 45 The status of the screen in viewfinder (OVF) mode
- 45 Switching the status of the LCD monitor
- 46 Recording information display on the LCD monitor
- 48 Viewfinder
- 49 Selecting a function/setting
- 50 Selecting a function with the Fn (Function) button
- 51 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button
- 52 The functions selected by the MENU button
- 58 Shooting images
- 58 Shooting an image without camera shake
- 58 Correct posture
- 59 Using the SteadyShot function
- 60 Using a tripod
- 61 Shooting with the automatic setting
- 63 Shooting with a suitable setting for the subject
- 63 Shooting with preset settings according to the scene (Scene Selection)
- 66 Shooting panoramic images (Sweep Panorama)
- 69 Shooting 3D-panoramic images (3D Sweep Panorama)
- 70 Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode)
- 71 Shooting with program auto
- 72 Shooting by controlling the blur of the background (Aperture priority)
- 75 Shooting a moving subject with various expressions (Shutter speed priority)
- 77 Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually (Manual exposure)
- 79 Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB)
- 81 Recording movies
- 83 Available recording time for a movie
- 84 Notes on continuous movie recording
- 85 Using the shooting function
- 85 Selecting the focus method
- 85 Using autofocus
- 87 Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock)
- 88 Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the subject (Autofocus Mode)
- 89 Selecting the focus area (AF area)
- 90 Adjusting the focus manually (Manual focus)
- 91 Composing your shot using the image sensor (Focus check Live View)
- 93 Checking the focus by enlarging the image
- 95 Detecting faces
- 95 Using the Face Detection function
- 96 Capturing smiling faces (Smile Shutter)
- 98 Using the flash
- 101 Performing wireless flash shooting
- 102 Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash compensation, Metering)
- 102 Shooting with fixed brightness (AE Lock)
- 103 Using brightness compensation for the entire image (Exposure compensation)
- 105 Adjusting the amount of flash light (Flash Compensation)
- 106 Selecting the flash control mode to set the amount of flash light (Flash control)
- 107 Selecting the method for measuring the brightness of a subject (Metering Mode)
- 108 Setting ISO
- 109 Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range)
- 109 Correcting the brightness of the image (D-Range Optimizer)
- 110 Compensating automatically with rich gradation (Auto High Dynamic Range)
- 112 Image processing
- 112 Selecting your desired image processing (Creative Style)
- 113 Changing the range of color reproduction (Color Space)
- 114 Adjusting the color tones (White balance)
- 114 Adjusting the white balance to suit a specific light source (Auto/Preset white balance)
- 115 Setting the color temperature and a filter effect (Color Temperature/Color Filter)
- 116 Registering the color tones (Custom white balance)
- 118 Selecting the drive mode
- 118 Shooting single shot
- 118 Shooting continuously
- 119 Using the self-timer
- 120 Shooting images with the exposure shifted (Exposure bracket)
- 122 Shooting with white balance shifted (WB bracket)
- 122 Shooting with the Wireless Remote Commander
- 123 Using the viewing function
- 123 Playing back images
- 129 Checking the information of recorded images
- 133 Protecting images (Protect)
- 134 Deleting images (Delete)
- 136 Viewing images on a TV screen
- 140 Changing your setup
- 140 Setting image size and image quality
- 144 Setting the method for recording on a memory card
- 148 Changing the noise reduction setting
- 149 Changing the function of the buttons
- 150 Changing other settings
- 152 Setting the LCD monitor
- 154 Confirming the version of the camera
- 155 Resetting to the default
- 158 Viewing images on a computer
- 158 Using with your computer
- 160 Using the software
- 164 Connecting the camera to the computer
- 167 Creating a movie disc
- 171 Printing images
- 171 Specifying DPOF
- 173 Others
- 173 Specifications
- 178 Troubleshooting
- 187 Warning messages
- 190 Precautions
- 193 AVCHD format
- 194 3D-shootings
- 195 Index
- 195 Index