4-537-940-11(1)
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
E-mount
“Help Guide” (Web manual)
Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth
instructions on the many functions of
the camera.
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Battery charger
CAUTION
Even when the CHARGE lamp of this
battery charger is off, the power is not
disconnected. If any trouble occurs while
this unit is in use, unplug it from the wall
outlet (wall socket) to disconnect the
power.
Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the
battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even
chemical burns. Observe the following
cautions.
The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is
designed specifically for use with this
camera only, and should not be used with
other electrical equipment.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not crush and do not expose the
battery pack to any shock or force such as
hammering, dropping or stepping on it.
• Do not short circuit and do not allow
metal objects to come into contact with
the battery terminals.
• Do not expose to high temperature above
60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or
in a car parked in the sun.
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking
lithium ion batteries.
• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a
genuine Sony battery charger or a device
that can charge the battery pack.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of
small children.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
and Canada
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserve
our environment by
returning your used
rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling location
nearest you.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by Sony.
• Dispose of used battery packs promptly
as described in the instructions.
For more information regarding recycling
of rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
AC Adaptor
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket)
when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect
the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket) immediately if any malfunction
occurs while using the apparatus.
Battery pack and lens (if lens
supplied)
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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CAUTION
CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment has very low levels of RF
energy that are deemed to comply without
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: WW328274
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
The supplied interface cable must be used
with the equipment in order to comply with
the limits for a digital device pursuant to
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
This equipment must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this unit.
For Customers in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Disposal of waste batteries and
electrical and electronic equipment
(applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
product, the battery or
on the packaging
indicates that the
For Customers in Europe
product and the battery
shall not be treated as
household waste. On
Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan
For EU product compliance: Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany
certain batteries this symbol might be used
in combination with a chemical symbol.
The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or
lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains
more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004%
lead. By ensuring these products and
batteries are disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and
human health which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling.
The recycling of the materials will help to
conserve natural resources.
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that
this equipment is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For
details, please access the following URL:
In case of products that for safety,
performance or data integrity reasons
require a permanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staff only. To
ensure that the battery and the electrical and
electronic equipment will be treated
properly, hand over these products at end-
of-life to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. For all other batteries, please
view the section on how to remove the
battery from the product safely. Hand the
battery over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of waste batteries.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism
causes data transfer to discontinue midway
(fail), restart the application or disconnect
and connect the communication cable
(USB, etc.) again.
This product has been tested and found
compliant with the limits set out in the
EMC regulation for using connection
cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
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For more detailed information about
recycling of this product or battery, please
contact your local Civic Office, your
household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product or
battery.
For Customers in Singapore
For customers who
purchased their camera
from a store in Japan that
caters to tourists
Note
Some certification marks for standards
supported by the camera can be confirmed
on the screen of the camera.
Select MENU t
(Setup) 6 t
[Certification Logo].
If display is not possible due to problems
such as camera failure, contact your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
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Table of contents
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Adding applications to the camera (Application
downloading) .............................................................. 78
Checking the number of images and recordable time of
movies ........................................................................ 85
For details on Wi-Fi functions, see the flyer “Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch
(NFC) Guide.”
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Introduction of functions
This section introduces some frequently used shooting functions and other
unique functions.
See the pages in parentheses for details.
Shooting functions used frequently
Exposure Comp. (35)
You can adjust the exposure to change the brightness of the entire image.
Even when the shooting mode is set to M, you can adjust the exposure if the
ISO sensitivity is set to [ISO AUTO].
ISO/Multi Frame NR (35)
You can adjust the luminous sensitivity.
The ISO sensitivity can be adjusted between ISO 50 and ISO 409600.
When you select
(Multi Frame NR), you can select larger ISO numbers
than the maximum ISO sensitivity.
White Balance (35)
You can adjust the color tones.
You can select an option to suit a light source, or perform fine adjustments
using color temperature and color filters.
Drive Mode (34)
You can select an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes, such as
single shooting, continuous shooting, or bracket shooting.
Features of this camera
DRO/Auto HDR (70)
[D-Range Opt.]: By dividing the image into small areas, the camera
analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the
background, and produces an image with the optimal brightness and
gradation.
[Auto HDR]: Shoots 3 images with different exposures, and then overlays
these images to create an image with rich gradation.
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Introduction of functions
Creative Style (69)
You can select the desired style from among 13 styles.
You can also adjust certain image factors, such as exposure, using the
selected style as the base.
Movie recording with manual adjustments (67)
You can adjust the exposure in P, A, S, or M mode even when shooting
movies.
Picture Profile (73)
You can change settings such as color and tone when recording movies.
How to operate or customize the camera
Display information (37)
When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and
when you move your face away from the viewfinder, the viewing mode
reverts to monitor mode (default settings). You can change the screen
display mode by pressing DISP on the control wheel.
Quick Navi (27)
In [For viewfinder] screen, you can quickly switch from the monitor to the
Quick Navi screen by pressing the Fn button. You can set the items with an
intuitive operation.
Customization (40)
The camera are equipped with the Custom buttons, where you can assign
desired function on each button. You can also assign functions to other
buttons, such as the AEL button.
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Before use
Notes on using your camera
Shooting with an E-mount lens
Screen language
compatible APS-C size
You can select the language displayed
on the screen using the menu (page 43).
This camera is equipped with a 35 mm,
full-frame CMOS sensor. However, the
image size is automatically set to that of the
APS-C size setting and the image size is
smaller when an E-mount lens compatible
APS-C size is used (default settings).
Shooting procedure
This camera has 2 modes for monitoring
subjects: the monitor mode using the
monitor, and the viewfinder mode using the
viewfinder.
No compensation for damaged
content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate for failure to
record or loss or damage of recorded
content due to a malfunction of the camera
or recording media, etc.
Functions built into this camera
• This manual describes 1080 60i-
compatible devices and 1080 50i-
compatible devices.
To check whether your camera is a 1080
60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-
compatible device, check for the
following marks on the bottom of the
camera.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the data loss, always copy (back
up) data to other media.
1080 60i-compatible device: 60i
1080 50i-compatible device: 50i
• This camera is compatible with 1080 60p
or 50p-format movies. Unlike standard
recording modes up to now, which record
in an interlacing method, this camera
records using a progressive method. This
increases the resolution, and provides a
smoother, more realistic image.
Notes on the monitor, electronic
viewfinder, lens, and image sensor
• The monitor and electronic viewfinder
are manufactured using extremely high-
precision technology, and over 99.99%
of the pixels are operational for effective
use. However, there may be some small
black dots and/or bright dots (white, red,
blue or green in color) that constantly
appear on the monitor and electronic
viewfinder. These dots are normal due to
the manufacturing process and do not
affect the images in any way.
• Do not hold the camera by the monitor.
• When using the power zoom lens, be
careful not to draw your fingers or any
other objects caught in the lens.
• Do not expose the camera to sunlight or
shoot sunward for a long time. The
internal mechanism may be damaged. If
sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it
may cause a fire.
Creating an image database file
If you insert a memory card that does not
contain an image database file into the
camera and turn on the power, the camera
automatically creates an image database
file using some of the memory card’s
capacity.
The process may take a long time and you
cannot operate the camera until the process
is completed. If a database file error occurs,
export all images to your computer using
PlayMemories Home™, and then format
the memory card using the camera.
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Notes on using your camera
• Images may trail across on the screen in a
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
When turning on the camera in a cold
location, the screen may become
temporarily dark. When the camera
warms up, the screen will function
normally.
• The recorded image may be different
from the image you monitored before
recording.
• When shooting with the viewfinder, you
may experience symptoms such as
eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or
nausea. We recommend that you take a
break at regular intervals when you are
shooting with the viewfinder.
The required length or frequency of the
break may differ depending on the
individuals, so you are advised to decide
at your own discretion. In case you may
feel uncomfortable, refrain from using
the viewfinder until your condition
recovers, and consult your doctor as
necessary.
Notes on shooting with the
viewfinder
This camera is equipped with an Organic
Electro-Luminescence viewfinder with
high resolution and high contrast. This
viewfinder achieves a wide viewing angle
and a long eye relief. This camera is
designed to provide an easily viewable
viewfinder by appropriately balancing
various elements.
Notes on recording for long periods
of time
• Depending on the camera and battery
temperature, you may be unable to record
movies or the power may turn off
automatically to protect the camera.
A message will be displayed on the
screen before the power turns off or you
can no longer record movies. In this case,
leave the power off and wait until the
camera and battery temperature goes
down. If you turn on the power without
letting the camera and battery cool
enough, the power may turn off again or
you may be unable to record movies.
• Under high ambient temperatures, the
temperature of the camera rises quickly.
• When the temperature of the camera
rises, the image quality may deteriorate.
It is recommended that you wait until the
temperature of the camera drops before
continuing to shoot.
• The image may be slightly distorted near
the corners of the viewfinder. This is not
a malfunction. When you want to see the
full composition with all its details, you
can also use the monitor.
• If you pan the camera while looking into
the viewfinder or move your eyes around,
the image in the viewfinder may be
distorted or the color of the image may
change. This is a characteristic of the lens
or display device and is not a
malfunction. When you shoot an image,
we recommend that you look at the
center area of the viewfinder.
• The surface of the camera may get warm.
This is not a malfunction.
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Notes on using your camera
Notes on importing XAVC S movies
and AVCHD movies to a computer
When importing XAVC S movies or
AVCHD movies to a computer, download
and use the software PlayMemories Home
from the following website:
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of
pictures in this manual are reproduced
images, and are not actual images shot
using this camera.
On the data specifications described
in this manual
The data on performance and specifications
are defined under the following conditions,
except as described in this manual: at an
ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC
(77°F), and using a battery pack that has
been fully charged until the charge lamp
has turned off.
Notes when playing movies on other
devices
• This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
High Profile for AVCHD format
recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD
format with this camera cannot be played
with the following devices.
– Other devices compatible with
AVCHD format that do not support
High Profile
– Devices incompatible with the
AVCHD format
How to turn off wireless network
functions (Wi-Fi and NFC, etc.)
temporarily
When you board an airplane, etc., you can
turn off all wireless network functions
temporarily.
This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/
H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format
recording. For this reason, movies
recorded in MP4 format with this camera
cannot be played on devices other than
those that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
• Discs recorded with HD (high definition)
image quality can be played back only on
AVCHD format-compatible devices.
DVD-based players or recorders cannot
play back HD image quality discs, as
they are incompatible with the AVCHD
format. Also, DVD-based players or
recorders may fail to eject HD image
quality discs.
Select MENU button t
(Wireless) 1
t [Airplane Mode] t [On].
If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an
(airplane) mark will be displayed on the
screen.
Notes on wireless LAN
If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony bears
no responsibility for the loss or damage
caused by illegal access or use of the
registered access point on the camera.
• Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p
format can be played back only on 1080
60p/1080 50p-supported devices.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the provisions of the
copyright laws.
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Before use
Checking the supplied items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• Body cap (1) (Attached on the
• AC Adaptor AC-UD10/AC-
UUD11 (1)
camera)
The shape of the AC Adaptor may differ
depending on the country/region.
• Battery charger BC-TRW (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not
supplied in the U.S.A. and
• Cable Protector (1)
Canada)
For how to attach the cable protector to
the camera, refer to page 20.
* Multiple power cords may be supplied
with your camera. Use the appropriate
one that matches your country/region.
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-
• Shoe cap (1) (Attached on the
camera)
• Eyepiece Cup (1) (Attached on
the camera)
FW50 (2)
• Instruction Manual (1) (this
manual)
• Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch
(NFC) Guide (1)
This guide explains the functions
that require a Wi-Fi connection.
• Micro USB cable (1)
• Shoulder strap (1)
For how to attach the shoulder strap to
the camera, refer to page 20.
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Identifying parts
See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.
Front side
When the lens is removed
F Built-in microphone*1
G Mount index
H Image sensor*2
I Mount
J Contacts*2
*1 Do not cover this part during movie
recording.
Doing so may cause noise or lower
the volume.
*2 Do not directly touch these parts.
lamp
B Front dial
C Wi-Fi sensor (built-in)
D Remote sensor
E Lens release button
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Identifying parts
Rear side
B Viewfinder
F Diopter-adjustment dial
• Adjust the diopter-adjustment
dial according to your eyesight
until the display appears clearly
in the viewfinder.
D Eye sensor
E Monitor
• You can adjust the monitor to
an easily viewable angle and
shoot from any position.
G For shooting: C2 (Custom2)
button (26)
For viewing: (Enlarge)
button
H AF/MF/AEL switch lever
I Rear dial
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Identifying parts
J For shooting: AF/MF (Auto
focus/manual focus) button/
AEL button (26)
For viewing:
(Image
index) button (75)
For viewing:
(Send to
Smartphone) button
• You can display the screen for
[Send to Smartphone] by
pressing this button.
M Control wheel
N For shooting: C3 (Custom3)
button
For viewing: (Delete) button
O Access lamp
P
(Playback) button
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Identifying parts
Top side/Side view
A Speaker
G HDMI micro jack
B
Image sensor position
mark
H Multi interface shoe*
• Some of the accessories may
not be inserted fully and
protrude backward from the
Multi interface shoe. However,
when the accessory reaches the
front end of the shoe, the
C m (Microphone) jack
• When an external microphone
is connected, the microphone is
turned on automatically. If the
external microphone is a plug-
in-power type, the power of the
microphone is supplied by the
camera.
connection is completed.
J Power switch/Shutter button
K C1 (Custom 1) button
L Exposure compensation dial
D i (Headphones) jack
E Charge lamp
F Multi/Micro USB Terminal*
• Supports Micro USB
compatible device.
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Identifying parts
* For details on compatible accessories
for the multi interface shoe and the
Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the
Sony website, or consult your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
M Hooks for shoulder strap
• Attach both ends of the strap
onto the camera.
You can also use accessories that are
compatible with the accessory shoe.
Operations with other manufactures’
accessories are not guaranteed.
N
(N mark)
• This mark indicates the touch
point for connecting the camera
and an NFC-enabled
Smartphone.
For details on the location of the
(N mark) on your
Smartphone, refer to the
operating instructions of the
Smartphone.
Attaching a cable protector
Use the cable protector to prevent
the HDMI cable from being
disconnected when shooting
images connected by the HDMI
cable. Raise the monitor and insert
the HDMI cable, and then attach
the cable protector as shown
below.
• NFC (Near Field
Communication) is an
international standard of short-
range wireless communication
technology.
• Make sure the connector cover is
outside the cable protector when
you attach the cable protector.
O Memory card cover
P Memory card slot
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Identifying parts
Bottom view
Connection plate cover
Use this when using an AC-PW20
AC Adaptor (sold separately).
Insert the connection plate into the
battery compartment, and then pass
the cord through the connection
plate cover as shown below.
C Tripod socket hole
• Use a tripod with a screw less
than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
Otherwise, you cannot firmly
secure the camera, and damage
to the camera may occur.
• Make sure that the cord is not
pinched when you close the
cover.
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List of icons on the monitor
The status of the monitor is set to [Display All Info.] in the default settings.
When you change the [DISP Button] setting, and press DISP on the control
wheel, the screen status will change to the viewfinder mode. You can also
display the histogram by pressing DISP. The displayed contents and their
position shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual
display.
Monitor mode
For playback (Basic information
display)
Viewfinder mode
In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode
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List of icons on the monitor
A
Display
Indication
Remaining battery (50)
Display
Indication
Shooting mode (67)
Remaining battery
warning
P P* A S
M
Flash charge in
progress
APS-C Size Capture
Setting Effect OFF (38)
AF Illuminator (35)
NFC is activated
Register number (67)
Scene Recognition
icons
Airplane Mode
No audio recording of
movies (36)
Upload (42)
Wind Noise Reduction
SteadyShot/Camera
100
Remaining number of
recordable images
Overheating warning
Database file full/
Database file error
Aspect ratio of still
images (34)
Smart Zoom/Clear
Image Zoom/Digital
Zoom
12M 10M
Image size of still
images (85)
5.1M 4.3M
3.0M 2.6M
1.3M 1.1M
Spot metering area
Digital level gauge
Audio level (74)
View Mode (41)
Image quality of still
images (34)
Frame rate of movies
100-0003
-
Folder - file number
Image size of movies
XAVC S
AVCHD MP4 movies
Recording mode of
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List of icons on the monitor
Display
DPOF
Indication
Display
AWB
Indication
DPOF set
White balance (Auto,
Preset, Underwater
Auto, Custom, Color
temperature, Color
filter) (35)
Auto Object Framing
00:00:00:00 Time code
(hour:minute:second:
7500K A5 G5
frame) (73)
D-Range Optimizer/
Auto HDR (35)
Dual Video REC (34)
Contrast, Saturation,
Sharpness
Video Light Mode (39)
HDMI 4K Output (43)
PC Remote
+3 +3 +3
Picture Effect (35)
B
Display
Indication
Drive mode (34)
Smile detection
sensitivity indicator
eye reduction (34)
0.0
Flash compensation
Focus mode (34)
–
Picture Profile (73)
AF area
C
Display
Indication
z Lock-on
AF
Lock-on AF guide
Face Detection/Smile
Shutter (36)
EV scale
Exposurecompensation
(35)/Metered Manual
Metering mode (35)
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List of icons on the monitor
Display
Indication
REC 0:12
Recording time of the
movie (m:s)
z
Focus
1/250
F3.5
Shutter speed
Aperture Value
ISO sensitivity (35)
ISO400
ISO AUTO
AE lock/FEL lock
Shutter speed indicator
Aperture indicator
Histogram
Auto HDR image
warning
Picture Effect error
Date of recording
2014-1-1
10:37PM
3/7
File number/Number of
images in the view
mode
REC Control
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Functions list
Functions that can be operated using
the buttons/dials
You can set up or operate various functions using these buttons/dials.
Mode dial
Switches the shooting mode.
Displays the menu screen for setting menu items.
Records movies.
MENU button
MOVIE button
AF/MF button/AEL button/ Switches the autofocus and manual focus temporarily./
button
Fixes the exposure of the entire screen./Displays
multiple images on the screen simultaneously.
button
Scales an image up when viewing images.
Fn button/
button
Displays the setup screen for functions set using the Fn
button. In [For viewfinder] screen, switches to the Quick
Navi screen./In playback mode, pressing
switches to “Send to Smartphone” screen.
button
Exposure compensation
dial
Sets the range for exposure adjustment.
button
button
Plays back images.
Deletes images.
Custom button
Assigns a frequently-used function to the button.
The following function is assigned to each button in the
default settings.
C1 (Custom 1) button: Focus Settings
C2 (Custom 2) button: Focus Mode
C3 (Custom 3) button: Not set
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How to use the Quick Navi screen
Using the Quick Navi screen, you can change settings directly on the
recording information display when the screen mode is set to [For
viewfinder] (Quick Navi).
1 MENU button t
(Custom Settings) 2 t [DISP Button] t
[Monitor] t [For viewfinder] t [Enter]
2 Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to
[For viewfinder].
3 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen.
In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode
In P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode
4 Select the desired item with v/V/b/B on the control wheel.
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How to use the Quick Navi screen
5 Set the item with the front dial.
• Some setting values can be finely adjusted by turning the rear dial.
• Pressing the center of the control wheel turns on the designated screen used
• Pressing the Fn button again turns off the Quick Navi screen and the screen
goes back to the original one.
Functions available on the Quick Navi screen
Drive Mode
Focus Mode
ISO
Flash Mode
Flash Comp.
Focus Area
Exposure Comp.
White Balance
Picture Effect
Auto Obj. Framing
Quality
Metering Mode
Creative Style
Smile/Face Detect.
Aspect Ratio
Auto Mode
DRO/Auto HDR
Picture Profile
Image Size
SteadyShot
Scene Selection
Notes
• Gray items on the Quick Navi screen are not available.
setup tasks can be accomplished only on a designated screen.
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Operating the camera
How to use the control wheel
• You can turn the control wheel or press up/down/left/right on the control
wheel to move the selection frame. Press z in the center of the control
wheel to set the selected item. In this manual, the action of pressing the
up/down/left/right side of the control wheel is indicated by v/V/b/B.
• The following functions are assigned to v/b/B on the control wheel. You
can also change the ISO sensitivity immediately by turning the control
wheel.
v
B
b
DISP
WB
/
Changes the screen display.
White Balance
Drive Mode
• Cont. Shooting/Bracket
• Self-timer
• You can assign a desired function to the V/b/B/z buttons and to the
control wheel turning position in shooting mode.
• When you turn the control wheel or press b/B on the control wheel in
playback mode, you can display the previous or next image.
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Selecting a function using the Fn
(Function) button
This button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in
shooting, except for functions from the Quick Navi screen.
1 Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to
other than [For viewfinder].
2 Press the Fn button.
3 Select the desired item using v/V/b/B on the control wheel.
The setting screen appears.
4 Select the desired setting by
turning the front dial, then press
z on the control wheel.
• Some setting values can be finely
adjusted by turning the rear dial.
To set the individual settings in the
dedicated screen
In step 3, select a setting item and press z on
the control wheel to switch to the dedicated
screen for the setting item. Set the items
according to the Operation guide.
Operation guide
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Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) button
Functions that can be registered using the Fn (Function)
button
You can select the functions to be displayed when you press the Fn
(Function) button.
MENU button t
(Custom Settings) 6 t [Function Menu Set.]
t Assign the function to the desired location.
The functions that can be selected using the Fn button are as follows:
Drive Mode
Focus Mode
ISO
Flash Mode
Flash Comp.
Exposure Comp.
White Balance
Shoot Mode
Focus Area
Metering Mode
Creative Style
Picture Profile
DRO/Auto HDR
Picture Effect
Smile/Face Detect.
Image Size
Center Lock-on AF
Auto Obj. Framing
Quality
Soft Skin Effect
Aspect Ratio
Audio Rec Level
Marker Display
Peaking Color
SteadyShot
Grid Line
Zebra
Audio Level Display
Not set
Peaking Level
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Functions that can be selected using
the MENU button
You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute
functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations.
1 Press MENU button to display the menu screen.
2 Select the desired setting item using
v/V/b/B on the control wheel or by
turning the control wheel, and then
press z on the center of the control
wheel.
• Select an icon at the top of the screen and
press the b/B on the control wheel to
move to another MENU item.
3 Select the setting value, then press z to confirm.
To display the Tile Menu
Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu
when you press the MENU button.
MENU button t
(Setup) 2 t [Tile Menu] t [On]
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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button
(Camera Settings)
Image Size
Selects the size of still images.
L: 12M/M: 5.1M/S: 3.0M (3:2)
L: 10M/M: 4.3M/S: 2.6M (16:9)
L: 5.1M/M: 3.0M/S: 1.3M (APS-C size, 3:2)
L: 4.3M/M: 2.6M/S: 1.1M (APS-C size, 16:9)
Aspect Ratio
Quality
Selects the aspect ratio for still images.
(3:2/16:9)
Sets the image quality for still images.
(RAW/RAW & JPEG/Extra fine/Fine/Standard)
Panorama: Size
Selects the size of panoramic images.
(Standard/Wide)
Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images.
(Right/Left/Up/Down)
File Format
Selects the movie file format.
(XAVC S/AVCHD/MP4)
Record Setting Selects the quality and size of the recorded movie frame.
(XAVC S: 60p 50M/50p 50M/30p 50M/25p 50M/
24p 50M*1/120p 50M/100p 50M
AVCHD: 60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)/60i 17M(FH)/50i
17M(FH)/60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS)/24p 24M(FX)/25p
24M(FX)/24p 17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH)
MP4: 1440×1080 12M/VGA 3M)
Dual Video REC
Sets whether to simultaneously record an XAVC S movie
and MP4 movie or an AVCHD movie and MP4 movie.
(On/Off)
Drive Mode
Flash Mode
Sets the drive mode, such as for continuous shooting.
(Single Shooting/Cont. Shooting/Spd Priority Cont./Self-
timer/Self-timer(Cont)/Cont. Bracket/Single Bracket/WB
bracket/DRO Bracket)
Sets the flash settings.
(Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync./
Wireless)
Flash Comp.
Adjusts the intensity of flash output.
(+3.0EV to -3.0EV)
Red Eye Reduction
Focus Mode
Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using flash.
(On/Off)
Selects the focus mode.
(Single-shot AF/Continuous AF/DMF/Manual Focus)
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Selects the area of focus.
Focus Area
(Wide/Zone/Center/Flexible Spot/Lock-on AF)
Focus Settings
Allows you to focus using the front dial, rear dial or control
wheel.
AF Illuminator
Sets the AF illuminator, which provides light for a dark scene
to aid focusing.
(Auto/Off)
Exposure Comp.
Exposure step
Compensates for the brightness of the entire image.
(-5.0EV to +5.0EV)
Selects the size of the increment step for shutter speed,
aperture, and exposure.
(0.5EV/0.3EV)
ISO
Sets the ISO sensitivity.
(Multi Frame NR/ISO AUTO/ISO 50 to ISO 409600)
Metering Mode
White Balance
Selects the method for measuring brightness.
(Multi/Center/Spot)
Adjusts the color tone of images.
(Auto/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent/Fluor.: Warm
White/Fluor.: Cool White/Fluor.: Day White/Fluor.:
Daylight/Flash/Underwater Auto/C.Temp./Filter/Custom 1-
3/Custom Setup)
DRO/Auto HDR
Creative Style
Compensates automatically for brightness and contrast.
(Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR)
Selects the desired image processing. You can also adjust
contrast, saturation, and sharpness.
(Standard/Vivid/Neutral/Clear/Deep/Light/Portrait/
Landscape/Sunset/Night Scene/Autumn leaves/Black &
White/Sepia/Style Box1-6)
Picture Effect
Picture Profile
Shoots images with a texture unique to the selected effect.
(Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft
High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/
HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./Watercolor/Illustration/
Miniature)
Changes settings such as color and tone when recording
movies.
(Off/PP1 - PP7)
Zoom
Sets the zoom scale for Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom.
Focus Magnifier
Enlarges the image before shooting so that you can check the
focus.
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Long Exposure
High ISO NR
Sets noise reduction processing for shots with a shutter speed
of 1 second or longer.
(On/Off)
NR
Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shooting.
(Normal/Low/Off)
Center Lock-on AF
Smile/Face Detect.
Sets the function to track a subject and continue focusing
when pressing the center button in the shooting screen.
(Off/On)
Selects to detect faces and adjust various settings
automatically. Sets to automatically release the shutter when
a smile is detected.
(Off/On (Regist. Faces)/On/Smile Shutter)
Soft Skin Effect
Sets the Soft Skin Effect and the effect level.
(On: High/On: Mid/On: Low/Off)
Auto Obj.
Framing
Analyzes the scene when capturing faces, close-ups, or
subjects tracked by Lock-on AF function, and automatically
trims and saves another copy of the image with a more
impressive composition.
(Off/Auto)
Auto Mode
Scene Selection
Movie
You can shoot selecting either Intelligent Auto or Superior
Auto.
(Intelligent Auto/Superior Auto)
Selects pre-set settings to match various scene conditions.
(Portrait/Sports Action/Macro/Landscape/Sunset/Night
Scene/Hand-held Twilight/Night Portrait/Anti Motion Blur)
Selects the exposure mode to suit your subject or effect.
(Program Auto/Aperture Priority/Shutter Priority/Manual
Exposure)
SteadyShot
Sets SteadyShot for shooting still images or movies. Reduces
blur from camera shake when shooting while holding the
camera.
(On/Off)
Color Space
Changes the range of reproducible colors.
(sRGB/AdobeRGB)
Auto Slow Shut. Sets the function that automatically adjusts the shutter speed
following the brightness of the environment in movie mode.
(On/Off)
Audio Recording
Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie.
(On/Off)
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Audio Rec Level
Audio Out Timing
Adjusts the audio recording level during movie recording.
(0 to 31)
Sets the timing of audio output during the movie recording.
(Live/Lip Sync)
Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie recording.
(On/Off)
Memory
Registers the desired modes or camera settings.
(1/2/M1-M4)
(Custom Settings)
Zebra
Displays stripes to adjust brightness.
(Off/70 to 100/100+)
MF Assist
Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.
(On/Off)
Focus Magnif. Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an
enlarged form.
(2 Sec/5 Sec/No Limit)
Grid Line
Sets a grid line display to enable alignment to a structural
outline.
(Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/Off)
Marker Display Sets whether to display the marker on the monitor when
recording movies.
(On/Off)
Marker Settings Sets the marker displayed on the monitor when recording
movies.
(Center/Aspect/Safety Zone/Guideframe)
Audio Level Display Sets Audio Level Display.
(On/Off)
Auto Review
DISP Button
Sets auto review to display the captured image after shooting.
(10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off)
Sets the type of information to be displayed on the monitor or
in the viewfinder by pressing DISP on the control wheel.
(Graphic Display/Display All Info./No Disp. Info./Level/
Histogram/For viewfinder)
Peaking Level
Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color
when focusing manually.
(High/Mid/Low/Off)
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Peaking Color
Sets the color used for the peaking function.
(Red/Yellow/White)
Exposure Set. Guide Sets the guide displayed when exposure settings are changed
in the shooting screen.
(Off/On)
Live View Display
Pre-AF
Sets whether to reflect settings such as exposure
compensation in screen display.
(Setting Effect ON/Setting Effect OFF)
Sets whether to perform auto focus before the shutter button
is half pressed.
(On/Off)
Zoom Setting
Sets whether to use the Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom
when zooming.
(Optical zoom only/On: Clear Image Zoom/On: Digital
Zoom)
Eye-Start AF
Sets whether to use auto focus when you look through the
viewfinder if an LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold
separately) is attached.
(On/Off)
FINDER/MONITOR
Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder and the
monitor.
(Auto/Viewfinder/Monitor)
Release w/o Lens
AF w/ shutter
Sets whether shutter can open when the lens is not attached.
(Enable/Disable)
Sets whether to perform AF when the shutter button is half
pressed. This is useful when you want to adjust the focus and
exposure separately.
(On/Off)
AEL w/ shutter
Sets whether to adjust the exposure by pressing the shutter
button halfway down. This is convenient when you want to
adjust the focus and exposure separately.
(Auto/On/Off)
Silent Shooting Shoots images without the shutter sound.
(On/Off)
e-Front Curtain Shut. Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter
function.
(On/Off)
S. Auto Img. Extract. Sets whether to save all the images that were shot
continuously in [Superior Auto].
(Auto/Off)
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Exp.comp.set
Sets whether to reflect exposure compensation value to flash
compensation.
(Ambient&flash/Ambient only)
Reset EV Comp.
Sets whether to retain the exposure value set without using
the exposure dial, or reset the exposure value to 0 when you
turn off the camera.
(Maintain/Reset)
Bracket order
Sets order of shooting for exposure bracket and white balance
bracket.
(0 t – t +/– t 0 t +)
Face Registration
Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the
focus.
(New Registration/Order Exchanging/Delete/Delete All)
APS-C Size Capture Sets whether or not to record with an APS-C size-equivalent
area.
(On/Auto/Off)
AF Micro Adj.
Allows you to make fine adjustments to the position of the
focus when an LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold
separately) is attached.
(AF Adjustment Set./amount/Clear)
Lens Comp.
Compensates for distortion on the screen caused by the lens
attached.
(Shading Comp./Chro. Aber. Comp./Distortion Comp.)
Video Light Mode
Sets the illumination setting for the video light (sold
separately).
(Power Link/REC Link/REC Link&STBY/Auto)
Function Menu Set. Customizes the functions displayed when the Fn (Function)
button is pressed.
(Drive Mode/Flash Mode/Flash Comp./Focus Mode/Focus
Area/Exposure Comp./ISO/Metering Mode/White Balance/
DRO/Auto HDR/Creative Style/Shoot Mode/Picture Effect/
Picture Profile/Center Lock-on AF/Smile/Face Detect./
Soft Skin Effect/
Aspect Ratio/
Zebra/Grid Line/
Auto Obj. Framing/
Quality/SteadyShot/Audio Rec Level/
Marker Display/Audio Level Display/
Image Size/
Peaking Level/Peaking Color/Not set)
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Custom Key Settings Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed
up operations by pressing the keys.
(Control Wheel/Focus Hold Button*/AEL Button/AF/MF
Button/Custom Button 1/Custom Button 2/Custom Button 3/
Center Button/Left Button/Right Button/Down Button)
* You can assign a function to the focus hold button on the
lens.
Dial Setup
Sets the functions of the front and rear control dials when the
exposure mode is set to M. Dials can be used for adjusting
shutter speed and aperture.
(
SS
Compensates the exposure with the front or rear dial.
(Off/ Front dial/ Rear dial)
F/no. /
F/no.
SS)
Dial Ev Comp
Zoom Ring Rotate
Assigns the zoom in/out to the rotational direction of the
zoom lens. This function is only available with a power zoom
lens that is compatible with this function.
(Left(W)/Right(T) or Right(W)/Left(T))
MOVIE Button
Enables or disables for the MOVIE button.
(Always/Movie Mode Only)
Dial / Wheel Lock
Sets whether to disable the front dial, rear dial or control
wheel by pressing and holding down the Fn button.
(Lock/Unlock)
(Wireless)
Send to Smartphone Transfers images to display on a smartphone.
(Select on This Device/Select on Smartphone)
Send to Computer
Backs up images by transferring them to a computer
connected to a network.
View on TV
You can view images on a network-enabled TV.
One-touch(NFC)
Assigns one application to One-touch (NFC). You can call up
the application when shooting by touching an NFC-enabled
Smartphone to the camera.
Airplane Mode
WPS Push
You can set this device to not perform wireless
communications.
(On/Off)
You can register the access point to the camera easily by
pushing the WPS button.
Access Point Set.
Edit Device Name
You can register your access point manually.
You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct, etc.
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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button
Disp MAC Address
SSID/PW Reset
Displays the MAC address of the camera.
Resets the SSID and password of smartphone connection.
Reset Network Set. Reset all network settings.
(Application)
You can connect to the PlayMemories Camera Apps™ download site via
the Internet to add desired functions to your camera.
• This camera is preinstalled with a built-in application called [Smart
Remote Embedded] that allows you to control the camera using your
smartphone. The preinstalled application [Smart Remote Embedded] will
not be deleted even if you select MENU button t
(Setup) 6 t
[Setting Reset] t [Initialize].
(Playback)
Delete
Deletes an image.
(Multiple Img./All in this Folder/All with this date)
View Mode
Plays back images from a specified date or specified folder of
still images and movies.
(Date View/Folder View(Still)/Folder View(MP4)/AVCHD
View/XAVC S View)
Image Index
Display Rotation
Slide Show
Displays multiple images at the same time.
(9 Images/25 Images)
Sets the playback direction of the recording image.
(Auto/Manual/Off)
Shows a slide show.
(Repeat/Interval)
Rotate
Rotates the image.
Enlarge Image
4K Still Image PB
Enlarges the playback images.
Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI connected
TV that supports 4K.
Protect
Protects the images.
(Multiple Img./All in this Folder/All with this date/Cancel
All in this Folder/Cancel All with this date)
Specify Printing
Adds a print order mark to a still image.
(Multiple Img./Cancel All/Print Setting)
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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button
(Setup)
Monitor Brightness
Sets the screen brightness.
(Manual/Sunny Weather)
Viewfinder Bright.
Sets the brightness of the electronic viewfinder.
(Auto/Manual)
Finder Color Temp. Sets the color temperature of the viewfinder.
Volume Settings
Audio signals
Sets the volume for movie playback.
Sets whether to sound a beep during auto focus or self-timer
operations.
(On/Off)
Upload Settings
Tile Menu
Sets the upload function of the camera when using an Eye-Fi
card.
(On/Off)
Sets whether to display the tile menu every time you press the
MENU button.
(On/Off)
Mode Dial Guide
Delete confirm.
Display Quality
Turns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting
mode) on or off.
(On/Off)
Sets which of Delete and Cancel is preselected in the Delete
confirmation screen.
(“Delete” first /“Cancel” first)
Sets the display quality.
(High/Standard)
Pwr Save Start Time Sets the time intervals to automatically switch to power save
mode.
(30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min/10 Sec)
PAL/NTSC Selector*2 By changing the TV format of the device, shooting in a
different movie format is possible.
Cleaning Mode
Demo Mode
Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor.
Sets demonstration playback of a movie to on or off.
(On/Off)
TC/UB Settings
Sets the time code (TC) and user bit (UB).
(TC/UB Disp. Setting/TC Preset/UB Preset/TC Format/TC
Run/TC Make/UB Time Rec)
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Remote Ctrl
Sets whether to use the infrared remote control.
(On/Off)
HDMI Settings
Sets the HDMI settings.
(HDMI Resolution/
Display/
HDMI)
24p/60p Output*1/HDMI Info.
TC Output/ REC Control/CTRL FOR
HDMI 4K Output Sets the HDMI output when the movie mode is selected, and
when connecting with 4K compatible devices, such as
recorders.
(Off/24p*1/30p/25p)
USB Connection
Sets the USB connection method.
(Auto/Mass Storage/MTP/PC Remote)
USB LUN Setting
Enhances compatibility by limiting the functions
of USB connection. Set to [Multi] in normal conditions and
to [Single] only when the connection between the camera and
a computer or AV component cannot be established.
(Multi/Single)
Language
Selects the language.
Date/Time Setup
Area Setting
Format
Sets date and time, and daylight savings.
Sets the location of use.
Formats the memory card.
File Number
Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still images
and movies.
(Series/Reset)
Select REC Folder
New Folder
Changes the selected folder for storing images.
Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies
(MP4).
Folder Name
Sets the folder format for still images.
(Standard Form/Date Form)
Recover Image DB
Recovers the image database file and enables recording and
playback.
Display Media Info. Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the
recordable number of still images on the memory card.
Version
Displays the camera software version.
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3
Certification Logo*
The certification can be displayed on the camera.
Setting Reset
Restores settings to their defaults. Select [Initialize] to restore
all settings to their default values.
(Initialize/ Camera Settings Reset)
*1 Only for 1080 60i compatible models.
*2 Only for 1080 50i compatible models.
If you switch this item, it will be required to format the memory card in the setting
compatible with the PAL or NTSC system respectively. Also, note that it may not
be possible to play back movies recorded with the NTSC system on a PAL system
TV.
*3 Overseas model only.
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Using the In-Camera Guide
You can use [Custom Key Settings] to assign In-Camera Guide to the
desired button.
The In-Camera Guide displays explanations for the currently selected menu
function or setting.
Select MENU button t
(Custom Settings) 6 t [Custom Key
Settings] t desired functions assigned to the button t [In-
Camera Guide].
Press the MENU button and use the control wheel to select a MENU item whose
explanation you want to read, and then press the button to which [In-Camera
Guide] is assigned.
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Preparing the camera
Charging the battery pack
When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50
battery pack (supplied).
The InfoLITHIUM™ battery pack can be charged even when it has not
been fully depleted.
It can also be used when it has not been fully charged.
The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not
use it. To avoid missing an opportunity to shoot, charge the battery pack
again before shooting.
Charging the battery pack using the battery charger
1 Attach the battery pack.
• Push in the battery pack as the arrow
shows, until the battery pack is set in
parallel to the battery charger.
2 Connect the battery charger to the
wall outlet (wall socket).
• The CHARGE lamp lights orange
when charging is started.
• The CHARGE lamp turns off when
charging is finished.
• For countries/regions other than the
USA and Canada, connect the power
cord to the battery charger, and connect
the battery charger to the wall outlet
(wall socket).
CHARGE lamp
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Charging the battery pack
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor
1 Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to
OFF.
2 Slide the lever to open the cover.
Lock lever
3 Insert the battery pack
completely, using the tip of the
battery to press the lock lever.
4 Close the cover.
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Charging the battery pack
5 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the
micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the
wall outlet (wall socket).
The charge lamp lights orange, and
charging starts.
• Turn off the camera while charging the
battery.
• When the charge lamp flashes and
charging is not finished, remove and re-
insert the battery pack.
• For countries/regions other than the
USA and Canada, connect the power Charge lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing:
Charging error or charging paused
temporarily because the camera is
not within the proper temperature
range
cord to the AC Adaptor, and connect
the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall
socket).
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Charging the battery pack
Notes
• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or
charging conditions.
• If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the
wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because
the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back
within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the
battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).
• Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) or the battery charger (supplied) to the nearest
wall outlet (wall socket). If malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor or the
battery charger, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately
to disconnect from the power source.
• When the camera is being used for the first time or when you use a battery pack that
has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp/CHARGE lamp may flash
quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If that happens, remove the
battery pack from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge.
• Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery without using it if it is already
fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery
performance.
• When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied)
and AC Adaptor (supplied).
Charging time (Full charge)
The charging time is approximately 150 min. using the AC Adaptor
(supplied), and approximately 220 min. using the battery charger
(supplied).
Notes
• The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a
temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of
use and circumstances.
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Charging the battery pack
Charging by connecting to a computer
The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer
using a micro USB cable. Connect the camera to the computer with the
camera turned off.
Notes
• Note the following points when charging via a computer:
– If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power
source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period of
time.
– Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from
sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer
and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off, or
restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the
camera and the computer.
– No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified
computer.
Checking the remaining battery charge
A remaining charge indicator appears on the screen.
High
Low
Notes
• The remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances.
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Charging the battery pack
To remove the battery pack
Turn off the camera. Slide the lock lever
after confirming that the access lamp
(page 18) is off, and remove the battery
pack.
Lock lever
Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
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Inserting a memory card (sold
separately)
1 Slide the lever to open the cover.
2 Insert the memory card (sold
separately).
• With the notched corner facing as
illustrated, insert the memory card until
it clicks into place.
Ensure the notched corner faces
correctly.
3 Close the cover.
To remove the memory card
card in once.
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Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
Memory cards that can be used
You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera.
However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of memory
cards.
Memory card
For still images For movies
(Mark2 only)
Memory Stick PRO Duo™
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™
SD memory card
A
B
(Class 4 or faster)
(Class 4 or faster)
(Class 4 or faster)
SDHC memory card
SDXC memory card
• In this manual, the products in the table are collectively referred to as follows:
A: Memory Stick PRO Duo media
B: SD card
When recording XAVC S format movies
Use the following memory cards:
– SDXC memory card (64 GB or more and Class 10 or faster)
– SDXC memory card (64 GB or more and UHS-I-compatible)
– Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media
Notes
• Images recorded on a Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media or 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 Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media and SDXC
memory cards.
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Attaching a lens
Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the
lens.
1 Remove the body cap from the
camera and the rear lens cap
from the rear of the lens.
Front lens cap
• When changing the lens, quickly
change the lens away from dusty
locations to keep dust or debris from
getting inside the camera.
• When shooting, remove the front lens
cap from the front of the lens.
Body cap
Rear lens cap
2 Mount the lens by aligning the
white index marks (mounting
indexes) on the lens and camera.
• Hold the camera with the lens facing
down to prevent dust from entering into
the camera.
White index marks
3 While pushing the lens lightly
toward the camera, turn the lens
clockwise until it clicks into the
locked position.
• Be sure to put the lens on straight.
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Attaching a lens
Notes
• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.
• Do not use force when attaching a lens.
• The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold
separately). To use the Mount Adaptor, refer to the operating manual supplied with
the Mount Adaptor.
• When you want to shoot full-frame images, use a lens designed for a full-frame
camera.
• When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens
firmly.
• Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for the zoom or focus adjustment.
To remove the lens
1 Press the lens release button all
the way in and turn the lens
counterclockwise until it stops.
Lens release button
2 Attach the caps to the front and
rear of the lens and the body cap
to the camera.
• Before you attach them, remove any
dust from them.
Notes on changing the lens
When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and
adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to
an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on
the shooting environment.
The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from
landing on the image sensor. However, always make sure to quickly change
the lens away from dusty locations when attaching/removing a lens.
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Setting the date and time
When you turn on the camera for the first time or after you initialize the
functions, the screen to set the date and time appears.
1 Set the power switch to ON to turn
on the camera.
The screen to set the date and time
appears.
• To turn the camera off, set the power
switch to OFF.
2 Check that [Enter] is selected on
the screen, then press z on the
control wheel.
3 Select a desired geographic location, and then press z.
4 Press v/V on the control wheel, or select a setting item by
turning the control wheel, then press z.
5 Press v/V/b/B, or select a desired setting by turning the
control wheel, then press z.
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set other items, then select [Enter] and
press z on the control wheel.
To cancel the date and time setting operation
Press the MENU button.
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Setting the date and time
Setting the date/time and area again
The date and time setup screen appears automatically when the power is
turned on for the first time or when the internal rechargeable backup battery
has been discharged. To reset the date and time, use the menu.
MENU button t
(Setup) 4 t
[Date/Time Setup] or [Area Setting]
MENU button
Notes
• This camera does not have a function to insert the date on an image. You can insert
Maintaining the date and time setting
This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date
and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or
the battery is installed or not.
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Shooting a clear image without camera
shake
“Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs
after the shutter button has been pressed, resulting in a blurred image.
To reduce camera shake follow the instructions below.
Camera shake warning indicator
In situations where the camera may be
subject to camera-shake, the
(Camera shake warning) indicator
flashes. In this case, use a tripod or the
flash.
(Camera shake warning)
indicator
Notes
• The camera shake warning indicator does not appear in the following situations:
– The exposure mode is set to M/S, or during movie recording.
– When the viewing mode is set to [No Disp. Info.], [Level], or [Histogram].
Using the SteadyShot function
When a lens equipped with the camera shake compensation function is
used, the SteadyShot function is available for this camera to reduce camera
shake.
MENU button t
(Camera Settings) 7 t [SteadyShot] t
Select the desired setting.
Notes
• The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been
turned on, right after you point the camera towards a subject, or when the shutter
button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway.
• When using a tripod, deactivate the SteadyShot function because there is a potential
for malfunction of the SteadyShot function.
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Shooting a clear image without camera shake
Holding the camera properly
Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the
camera from moving.
Viewfinder mode
(vertical position)
Monitor mode
Viewfinder mode
Point 1
One hand holds the grip of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens.
Point 2
Take a secure stance with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Point 3
Lightly tuck your elbows against your body.
When shooting in a kneeling position, steady your upper body by placing
your elbow on your knee.
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Removing the Eyepiece cup
When attaching the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the
camera, remove the Eyepiece cup.
Remove the Eyepiece cup.
• Put your fingers under the Eyepiece
cup, and slide it upward.
Notes
• When an FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) is attached to the camera,
switch the display between the viewfinder and the screen by setting [FINDER/
MONITOR] in
(Custom Settings) 3.
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Shooting and viewing images
Shooting still images
In [Auto Mode], the camera analyzes the subject and allows you to shoot
with the appropriate settings.
1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera.
2 Set the mode dial to
Mode).
(Auto
3 Look into the viewfinder and hold the camera.
4 Determine the size of a subject.
When using a lens with a zoom lever:
Move the zoom lever.
When using a lens with a zoom ring:
Turn the zoom ring.
Zoom ring
• The optical zoom is not available when
a fixed focal length lens is mounted.
• If the zoom range of the optical zoom is
exceeded when a Power zoom lens is
mounted, the camera automatically
switches over to the zoom other than
the optical zoom.
5 Press the shutter button halfway
down to focus.
• When the image is in focus, a beep
sounds and the z or
indicator
lights.
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Shooting still images
6 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.
• If [Auto Obj. Framing] is set to [Auto], when shooting faces, close-up
(macro) subjects, or subjects tracked by Lock-on AF, the camera analyzes
the scene and automatically trims the captured image into a suitable
composition. Both the original and the trimmed images will be saved.
Silent Shooting
You can shoot images without the shutter sound.
MENU button t
(Custom Settings) 4 t [ Silent Shooting]
t Select the desired setting.
Notes
• Use the [
Silent Shooting] function on your own responsibility, while taking
sufficient consideration to the privacy and portrait rights of the subject.
• Even if [
• Even if [
Silent Shooting] is set to [On], it will not be completely silent.
Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the operating sound of the aperture and
focus will sound.
• When the power is turned off, the shutter sound may beep in rare occasions. This is
not a malfunction.
• Image distortion caused by the movement of the subject or the camera may occur.
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Recording movies
1 Press the MOVIE button to start
recording.
• Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to
[Always] in the default setting, movie
recording can be started from any
shooting mode.
MOVIE button
2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Notes
• The sound of the camera in operation may be recorded while recording a movie. You
• To prevent the operating sound of the zoom ring from being recorded during movie
recording when a Power zoom lens is used, we recommend recording movies using
the zoom lever. When you move the zoom lever, place your finger lightly on the
lever and operate it without flicking.
• The continuous recording time of a movie depends on the ambient temperature or
• When the
icon appears, the temperature of the camera is too high. Turn the
camera off and wait until the temperature of the camera decreases.
• When you are recording continuously for a long time, you may feel that the camera
is warm. This is normal. Also, [Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool.] may appear. In
such cases, turn the camera off and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again.
• When shooting, the sound of the shoulder strap hooks (triangular hook) could be
recorded, depending on the situation used.
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Playing back images
1 Press the
button.
button
2 Select an image by pressing the b/B on the control wheel.
• To play back movies, press z on the control wheel.
• If you press V on the control wheel while playing back a movie, the
control panel will be displayed.
Control panel
N
Action during movie playback
Playback
X
Pause
M
Fast forward
m
Fast rewind
T
Forward slow playback
Rewind slow playback
Next movie
t
>
.
C
Previous movie
Frame advance
Frame rewind
c
Volume settings
Closes the control panel
Notes
• Movies recorded using other devices may not play back on this camera.
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Playing back images
Switching between still images and movies
To play back still images, set [View Mode] to [Folder View(Still)], and to
play back movies, set [View Mode] to [Folder View(MP4)], [AVCHD
View] or [XAVC S View]. When you select [Date View], both still images
and movies will be displayed on the screen, sorted by date.
MENU button t
(Playback) 1 t [View Mode] t Select the
desired mode.
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Deleting images
Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Be sure that you
want to delete the image before proceeding.
1 While displaying the image you
want to delete, press the
(Delete) button.
(Delete) button
2 Select [Delete] with v/V on the control wheel, then press z.
• To delete several images at a time, select MENU button t
(Playback) 1 t [Delete].
Notes
• Protected images cannot be deleted.
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Selecting a shooting mode
Selecting a shooting mode
Turn the mode dial and set to the
desired shooting mode.
The following shooting modes are available.
(Auto Mode) Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted
automatically.
(Program Auto)
Allows you to shoot with the exposure (the shutter speed and
the aperture value) adjusted automatically. The other settings
can be adjusted manually.
(Aperture
Priority)
Shoots by adjusting the aperture and changing the focus
range, or by defocus the background.
(Shutter Priority) Adjusts the shutter speed to show the movement of the
subject.
(Manual
Exposure)
Allows you to shoot after manually adjusting the exposure
(the shutter speed and the aperture value) using the front or
rear dial.
1/2 (Memory recall) Calls up settings pre-registered in [Memory] in the
(Scene
Selection)
Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the
scene.
(Sweep
Panorama)
Allows you to shoot panoramic images by combining
multiple images.
(Movie)
Allows you to change shooting settings and shoot a movie.
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Functions available for each shooting
mode
The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.
In the table below, indicates the function is available, and a – indicates
the function is not available.
Shoot Mode Exposure
Cont.
Face
Smile
Auto Obj.
Framing
Self-timer
Comp.
Shooting Detection Shutter
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–
–*
*
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–
–
–
* When the shooting mode is set to M, the exposure can be adjusted only
when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO].
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Various functions
Using the various functions
This manual mainly provides an introduction on the use of the camera and a
list of functions. To learn more about the camera, refer to “Help Guide”
(page 2), which offers in-depth instructions on the many functions.
Creative Style
You can select the desired kind of image processing from among 13 styles,
and you can also adjust the contrast, saturation, and sharpness for each
[Creative Style] item.
1 MENU button t
(Camera Settings) 4
t [Creative Style]
2 Select the desired style using v/V on the
control wheel.
[Creative Style] item
[Style Box]
You can fine-tune the setting and
save the adjusted setting.
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Using the various functions
DRO/Auto HDR
Using the [DRO/Auto HDR] function, you can capture various gradations
of the contrast of images.
[D-Range Opt.]: By dividing the image into small areas, the camera
analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the
background, and produces an image with the optimal brightness and
gradation.
[Auto HDR]: Shoots 3 images with different exposures, and then overlays
the correctly exposed image, the bright areas of an under exposed image
and the dark areas of an over exposed image to create an image with rich
gradation.
1 MENU button t
(Camera Settings) 4
t [DRO/Auto HDR]
2 Select the desired setting using v/V on the
control wheel.
File Format
MENU button t
(Camera Settings) 1 t [ File Format] t
Select the desired mode.
XAVC S
Records XAVC S movies (24p*/30p/25p/60p/50p/120p/
100p). This format supports higher bit-rates than
AVCHD or MP4.
Audio: LPCM
* Only for 1080 60i compatible models.
AVCHD
Records AVCHD movies (60i/50i/24p/25p/60p/50p).
This format is suitable for viewing movies on a high
definition TV. You can create a Blu-ray Disc, an
AVCHD recording disc, or a DVD-Video disc using the
software PlayMemories Home.
Audio: Dolby Digital
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Using the various functions
MP4
Records mp4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for
WEB uploads, e-mail attachments, etc.
Audio: AAC
Notes
• When shooting with [
File Format] set to [XAVC S], an SDXC memory card
(class 10 or faster) is required.
• You cannot create a disc using the software PlayMemories Home with a movie that
was recorded when [
File Format] was set to [XAVC S] or [MP4].
Record Setting
The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
MENU button t
(Camera Settings) 2 t [Record Setting] t
Select the desired mode.
When [
File Format] is set to [XAVC S]
Record Setting Bit-rate
Description
60p 50M
50p 50M
Approx. 50 Mbps (Max.) Records high image quality movies at
1920 × 1080 (60p/50p).
30p 50M
25p 50M
Approx. 50 Mbps (Max.) Records high image quality movies at
1920 × 1080 (30p/25p).
24p 50M*
Approx. 50 Mbps (Max.) Records high image quality movies at
1920 × 1080 (24p). This produces a
cinema-like atmosphere.
120p 50M
100p 50M
Approx. 50 Mbps (Max.) Performs high-speed recording at
1280 × 720 (120p/100p). Movies and
sound can be recorded at 120 fps/
100 fps.
• You can create smoother slow-
motion images using compatible
editing equipment.
* Only for 1080 60i compatible models.
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When [
File Format] is set to [AVCHD]
Record Setting Bit-rate
Description
60i 24M(FX)
50i 24M(FX)
Approx. 24 Mbps (Max.) Records high image quality movies at
1920 × 1080 (60i/50i).
60i 17M(FH)
50i 17M(FH)
Approx. 17 Mbps (Avg.) Records standard image quality
movies at 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i).
60p 28M(PS)
50p 28M(PS)
Approx. 28 Mbps (Max.) Records the highest image quality
movies at 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p).
24p 24M(FX)
25p 24M(FX)
Approx. 24 Mbps (Max.) Records high image quality movies at
1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces
a cinema-like atmosphere.
24p 17M(FH)
25p 17M(FH)
Approx. 17 Mbps (Avg.) Records standard image quality
movies at 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This
produces a cinema-like atmosphere.
When [
Record Setting Bit-rate
1440×1080 12M Approx. 12 Mbps (Avg.) Records movies at 1440 × 1080.
File Format] is set to [MP4]
Description
VGA 3M
Approx. 3 Mbps (Avg.) Records movies at VGA size.
Notes
• Movies recorded in the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)]/[50i
24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted
by PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This
conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc in the original image
quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on a Blu-
ray Disc.
• To play back 24p/25p movies on a TV, the TV must be compatible with the 24p/25p
formats. If the TV is not compatible with the 24p/25p format, 24p/25p movies will
be output as 60i/50i movies.
• When using the following functions, you cannot set [
50M]/[100p 50M].
Record Setting] to [120p
– [Intelligent Auto]
– [Superior Auto]
– [Scene Selection]
• When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p 50M]/[100p 50M], [APS-C Size Capture]
is set to [On].
• You can shoot images in a Super 35 mm format when [APS-C Size Capture] is set to
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Using the various functions
Customizing the picture quality (Picture Profile)
You can change settings such as color and tone when recording movies.
Picture quality settings for different recording conditions have been stored
in [PP1] through [PP7] as default movie settings.
MENU button t
(Camera Settings) 5 t [Picture Profile] t
Select the desired setting.
For details on [Picture Profile], refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2).
Setting the time code (TC/UB Settings)
The camera records movies accompanied by time data, such as time code
and user bit.
MENU button t
(Setup) 3 t [TC/UB Settings] t Select the
desired setting.
For details on [TC/UB Settings], refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2).
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Using the various functions
Audio settings for movie recording
In addition to HD quality movie settings, the following items can be set:
[Audio Rec Level], [Audio Level Display] and [Audio Out Timing].
1
34
5
2
1 Set the mode dial to
(Movie).
4 MENU button t
(Custom
Settings) 2 t [Audio Level
2 i (Headphones) jack
• When headphones are used, you
can set the echo compensation
using [Audio Out Timing].
Display]
3 MENU button t
(Camera
Settings) 7 t [Audio Rec
Level]
[Audio Level Display]
• You can display the audio level
on the screen and shoot the
image.
5 Press the MOVIE button to
start or stop recording.
• You can adjust the audio
recording level by monitoring
the level meter.
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Using the various functions
Playback functions
Convenient functions for playback are as follows:
A
B
Magnifies or reduces
images.
• Turn the rear dial to magnify or
reduce an image. Turn the front
dial to switch to the next/
previous image.
C
D
Deletes unnecessary images.
Changes to the playback
screen.
Image index screen
• You can select the number of
images to be displayed:
MENU button t
(Playback) 1 t [Image
Index]
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Using Wi-Fi functions
Using the Wi-Fi and NFC one-touch
functions
You can perform the following operations using the camera’s Wi-Fi and
NFC One-touch functions.
Saving images to a computer.
Transferring images from the
camera to a smartphone.
Using the smartphone as a remote
control for the camera.
Viewing still images on a TV.
For details on the Wi-Fi and NFC One-touch functions, refer to the attached
document “Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide” or to the “Help
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Using the Wi-Fi and NFC one-touch functions
Connecting the camera to a wireless access point
Connect the camera to your wireless access point. Before starting the
procedure, make sure you have the SSID (name of the access point) and
password of your wireless access point with you.
1 MENU button t
(Wireless) 2 t [Access Point Set.].
2 Use v/V on the control wheel to select the access point you
want to connect to. Press z in the center of the control wheel
and enter the password if a key icon is displayed with a
wireless access point, then select [OK].
Notes
• If a connection is not established, see the wireless access point operating instructions
or contact the administrator of the access point.
• To save images to a computer, install the following dedicated software on your
computer.
When using Windows: PlayMemories Home
When using Mac: Wireless Auto Import
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Using applications
Adding applications to the camera
(Application downloading)
You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the
application downloading website
(PlayMemories Camera Apps) via
the Internet. For example, the following functions are available:
• You can use various effects for shooting images.
• You can upload images to network services directly from the camera.
Downloading applications
1 Access the application downloading website.
2 Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service
account.
• If you have an account, sign in to the application download site.
1 To a USB terminal of the
computer
3 Select the desired application and
download the application to the
camera following the instructions
on the screen.
2 Micro USB cable
(supplied)
3 Multi/Micro USB Terminal
Notes
• The application downloading function may not be available in some countries and
regions. For details, refer to the application downloading website above.
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Adding applications to the camera (Application downloading)
How to download applications directly using the Wi-Fi function of
the camera
You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without
connecting to a computer.
Select MENU button t
(Application) t [Application List] t
(PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the
screen to download applications.
Acquire a service account in advance.
Select MENU button t
(Wireless) 2 t [Access Point Set.] t access
point to be connected t change [IP Address Setting] to [Auto] if it is set to
[Manual].
Launching the application
1 Select MENU button t
(Application) t [Application List]
t desired application to launch.
• You can use the [One-touch (NFC)] menu to install NFC one-touch
functions and call up the applications by simply touching the smartphone to
the
mark on the camera.
Before using the NFC One-touch functions, set the applications that you
want to call up using the following procedure:
• MENU button t
(Wireless) 1 t [One-touch (NFC)] t desired
application
• After displaying the shooting screen on the camera, touch the smartphone to
the camera.
• “Smart Remote Embedded” is assigned to [One-touch (NFC)] in the default
setting.
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Viewing images on a computer
Using the software
Use the following applications to optimize use of the images shot with your
camera.
• Image Data Converter
• PlayMemories Home
• Remote Camera Control
System requirements
You can find the system requirements for the software at the following
URL:
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Using Image Data Converter
With Image Data Converter, you can do the following:
• You can play back and edit images recorded in RAW format with various
corrections, such as tone curve and sharpness.
• You can adjust images with white balance, exposure, and [Creative
Style], etc.
• You can save the images displayed and edited on a computer.
You can either save the image as RAW format or save it in a general file
format.
• You can display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images
recorded by this camera.
• You can rank images in 5 grades.
• You can apply color labels.
To use Image Data Converter, refer to Help.
Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t
[Image Data Converter Ver.4].
Image Data Converter support page (English only)
Installing Image Data Converter
1 Download the software from the following URL and install it on
your computer.
Windows:
Mac:
Notes
• Log on as Administrator.
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Using the software
Using PlayMemories Home
The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and
movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required
for importing XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies to your computer.
Playing back imported
images
Importing images from your camera
For Windows, the following functions are also
available:
Sharing images on
PlayMemories
Online™
Viewingimages Creating
Uploading
images to
network services
on a calendar
movie
discs
• You can download Image Data Converter or Remote Camera Control,
etc. by performing the following procedure:
Connect the camera to your computer t launch PlayMemories Home t
click [Notifications].
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Notes
• An Internet connection is required to install PlayMemories Home.
• An Internet connection is required to use PlayMemories Home or other network
services. PlayMemories Home or other network services may not be available in
some countries or regions.
• Refer to the following URL for Mac software:
• If the software PMB (Picture Motion Browser), supplied with models released
before 2011, has already been installed on your computer, it will be overwritten by
PlayMemories Home during the installation. Use PlayMemories Home, the
successor software of PMB.
• Movies recorded using the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i
24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [
Record Setting] are
converted by PlayMemories Home to create an AVCHD recording disc. This
conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original
image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on a
Blu-ray Disc.
Installing PlayMemories Home
1 Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the
following URL, then click [Install] t [Run].
2 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the
installation.
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Using the software
Using Remote Camera Control
Connect the camera to your computer. With Remote Camera Control you
can:
• Set up the camera or record an image from the computer.
• Record an image directly to the computer.
• Perform an Interval Timer Shooting.
Set up the following before use: MENU button t
(Setup) 4 t [USB
Connection] t [PC Remote]
Installing Remote Camera Control
1 Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the
following URL.
Windows:
Mac:
2 Follow the instructions on the screen to download and install
Remote Camera Control.
Notes
• An Internet connection is required to install Remote Camera Control.
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Others
Checking the number of images and
recordable time of movies
When you insert a memory card into the
camera and set the power switch to ON,
the number of images that can be
recorded (should you continue to shoot
using the current settings) is displayed on
the screen.
Notes
• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is
full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images from the current
• When “NO CARD” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means
no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card.
The number of images that can be recorded on a memory
card
The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be
recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are
defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may
vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card
used.
Image Size: L: 12M
Aspect Ratio: 3:2*
Memory card formatted with this camera
(Units: Images)
Capacity
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
64 GB
Size
Standard
445
325
180
99
890
650
370
195
280
1800
1300
750
3600
2650
1500
800
7200
5300
3000
1600
2300
14000
10500
6000
Fine
Extra fine
RAW & JPEG
RAW
395
3200
140
570
1100
4600
* When [
Aspect Ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the
numbers shown in the table above (except when [RAW] is selected).
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The number of images that can be recorded using a
battery pack
Note that the actual numbers may differ depending on the conditions of use.
Battery life
Number of images
Shooting (still
images)
Screen
Viewfinder
Screen
Approx. 190 min.
Approx. 160 min.
Approx. 60 min.
Approx. 55 min.
Approx. 90 min.
Approx. 90 min.
Approx. 380 images
Approx. 320 images
Actual shooting
(movies)
—
—
—
—
Viewfinder
Screen
Continuous
shooting (movies)
Viewfinder
Viewing (still images)
Approx. 280 min. Approx. 5600 images
Notes
• The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The
number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
• The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following
conditions:
– The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
– Using the lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (sold separately)
– Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately)
– [Viewfinder Bright.] is set to [Manual] [ 0].
– [Monitor Brightness] is set to [Manual] [ 0].
– [Display Quality] is set to [Standard].
• The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for
shooting under the following conditions:
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
– [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF].
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The power turns on and off once every ten times.
• The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard, and are
for shooting under the following conditions:
– [
Record Setting] is set to [60i 17M(FH)]/[50i 17M(FH)].
– Typical movie shooting: Battery life based on repeatedly shooting, zooming,
shooting stand-by, turning on/off, etc.
– Continuous movie shooting: Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the limit
(29 minutes) has been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE button
again. Other functions, such as zooming, are not operated.
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Available recording time for a movie
The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a
memory card formatted with this camera. The recording time for XAVC S
and AVCHD movies is when [Dual Video REC] set to [Off].
Memory card formatted with this camera
Capacity
(h (hour), m (minute))
Record
Setting
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
64 GB
60p 50M/50p 50M
30p 50M/25p 50M
24p 50M*
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2 h 35 m
2 h 35 m
2 h 35 m
2 h 35 m
120p 50M/100p 50M
60i 24M(FX)/
50i 24M(FX)
10 m
10 m
9 m
20 m
30 m
15 m
20 m
30 m
40 m 1 h 30 m
1 h 2 h
35 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 30 m 5 h 5 m
3 h
6 h
60i 17M(FH)/
50i 17M(FH)
4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m
60p 28M(PS)/
50p 28M(PS)
24p 24M(FX)/
25p 24M(FX)
10 m
40 m 1 h 30 m
1 h 2 h
3 h
4 h
6 h
8 h
24p 17M(FH)/
25p 17M(FH)
10 m
20 m
1440×1080 12M
VGA 3M
40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 45 m 5 h 30 m 11 h
20 h 40 h
1 h 10 m 2 h 45 m 4 h 55 m 10 h
* Only for 1080 60i compatible models.
• Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (a product
specification limit). The maximum continuous recording time of an MP4
(12M) format movie is about 20 minutes (limited by the 2 GB file size
restriction).
Notes
• The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR
(Variable Bit-Rate), which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the
shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the
recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording.
The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or
the image quality/size settings.
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• The values shown are not for continuous recording time.
• The recording time may differ depending on shooting conditions and the memory
card used.
• When
is indicated, stop recording the movie. The temperature inside the camera
has increased to an unacceptable level.
• For details on movie playback, see page 64.
Notes on continuous movie recording
• It requires a lot of power to perform high quality movie recording or continuous
shooting using the image sensor. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the temperature
inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor. In such cases, the
camera turns off automatically since higher temperatures affect the quality of the
images or affect the internal mechanism of the camera.
• The duration of time available for movie recording is as follows when the camera
starts recording after the power of the camera has been turned off for a while. (The
following values indicate the continuous time from when the camera starts recording
until the camera stops recording.)
Ambient temperature
20°C (68°F)
Continuous recording time for movies
About 29 minutes
30°C (86°F)
About 29 minutes
40°C (104°F)
About 29 minutes
• The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or
condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or
shoot images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the camera will rise
and the recording time available will be shorter.
• If the camera stops recording due to the temperature, leave it for several minutes
with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera
drops fully.
• If you observe the following points, the recording time will be longer.
– Keep the camera out of direct sunlight.
– Turn the camera off when it is not being used.
• The maximum size of a movie file is about 2 GB. When the file size is about 2 GB,
recording stops automatically when [
movie file is created automatically when [
File Format] is set to [MP4], and a new
File Format] is set to [AVCHD].
• The maximum continuous recording time is 29 minutes.
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Specifications
Eye Point: Approximately 27 mm
from the eyepiece, 22 mm from
the eyepiece frame at –1 m–1
(CIPA standard compliant)
Diopter Adjustment: –4.0 m–1 to
+3.0 m–1
Camera
[System]
Camera Type: Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Lens: Sony E-mount lens
[Image sensor]
[LCD monitor]
Image format:
LCD panel: 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT
drive
Total number of dots: 921 600 dots
35 mm full size (35.6 mm ×
23.8 mm), CMOS image sensor
Total pixel number of camera:
Approx. 12 430 000 pixels
Effective pixel number of camera:
Approx. 12 200 000 pixels
[Exposure control]
Metering method: 1 200-zone
evaluative metering
Metering Range: –3 EV to +20 EV
(at ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0
lens)
ISO sensitivity (Recommended
exposure index):
[Anti-Dust]
System: Charge protection coating on
image sensor and image sensor
shift mechanism
Still images: ISO 100 to 409 600
(Extended ISO 50), [ISO AUTO]
(ISO 100 to 12 800)
[Auto focus system]
System:
Contrast detection system,
25 points
Sensitivity Range: –4 EV to +20 EV
(at ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0
lens)
AF illuminator: Approx. 0.3 m to 3 m
(0.99 ft. to 9.8 ft.) (When using an
FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS)
Movies: ISO 200 to 409 600
equivalent, [ISO AUTO]
(ISO 200 to 25 600 equivalent)
Exposure compensation: 5.0 EV
(switchable between 1/3 EV and
1/2 EV steps)
When using exposure
compensation dial: 3.0 EV
(1/3 EV step)
[Electronic viewfinder]
Type: Electronic viewfinder
Total number of dots: 2 359 296 dots
Frame coverage: 100%
Magnification: 0.71 × with 50 mm
lens at infinity, –1 m–1
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[Shutter]
[Recording format]
Type: Electronically-controlled,
vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Speed range:
File format: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0,
Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline)
compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3
format)
Movie (XAVC S format): MPEG-4
AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0
format compliant
Still images: 1/8 000 second to
30 seconds, BULB
Movies: 1/8 000 second to
1/4 second (1/3 step)
1080 60i-compatible device
up to 1/60 second in AUTO mode
(up to 1/30 second in Auto slow
shutter mode)
1080 50i-compatible device
up to 1/50 second in AUTO mode
(up to 1/25 second in Auto slow
shutter mode)
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: LPCM 2ch (48 kHz
16 bit)
Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD
format Ver. 2.0 compatible
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch,
equipped with Dolby Digital
Stereo Creator
Flash sync speed: 1/250 second
• Manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories.
Movie (MP4 format):
[Continuous shooting]
Continuous shooting speed:
Maximum 2.5 images per
second*
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
When shooting in [Spd Priority
Cont.] mode: Maximum 5 images
per second
[Recording media]
Memory Stick PRO Duo media,
SD card
* Based on our measurement conditions.
The speed of continuous shooting can
be slower, depending on the shooting
conditions.
The number of continuous shots:
When shooting in [Spd Priority
Cont.] mode:
[Input/output terminals]
Multi/Micro USB Terminal*:
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
HDMI: HDMI type D micro jack
m (Microphone) Terminal:
3.5 mm Stereo mini jack
i (Headphones) Terminal:
3.5 mm Stereo mini jack
* Supports Micro USB compatible
devices.
Extra fine 65 images
During continuous shooting:
Extra fine 88 images
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Specifications
[Power, general]
Battery pack: Rechargeable battery
pack NP-FW50
Battery charger BC-TRW
Input rating: AC 100 V to 240 V,
50 Hz/60 Hz, 6 W
Output rating: 8.4 V DC, 0.4 A
Operating temperature range:
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature range:
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
[Power consumption]
When using an FE 28-70 mm F3.5-
5.6 OSS
When using the viewfinder:
Approx. 3.0 W
When using the monitor:
Approx. 2.4 W
AC Adaptor
AC-UD10/AC-UUD11
Power requirements: AC 100 V to
240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA
Output voltage: DC 5 V, 0.5 A
[Others]
Exif Print: Compatible
DPOF: Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III:
Compatible
Dimensions: 126.9 mm × 94.4 mm ×
48.2 mm (5 inches ×
3 3/4 inches × 1 15/16 inches)
(W/H/D, excluding protrusions)
Mass:
Rechargeable battery pack
NP-FW50
Battery type: Lithium-ion battery
Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V
Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V
Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V
Maximum charge current: 1.02 A
Capacity: Typical 7.7 Wh
Approx. 489 g (1 lb 1.2 oz) (with
battery and Memory Stick PRO
Duo media)
Approx. 446 g (15.7 oz) (body
only)
(1 080 mAh)
Minimum: 7.3 Wh (1 020 mAh)
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F)
Design and specifications are subject
to change without notice.
[Wireless LAN]
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency band: 2.4 GHz bandwidth
Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-
PSK
Connection method: WPS (Wi-Fi
Protected Setup)/Manual
Access method: Infrastructure mode
NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag
compliant
Model No. WW328274
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Trademarks
On image data compatibility
• This camera conforms with DCF
(Design rule for Camera File
system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information
Technology Industries
• Memory Stick and
are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
• XAVC S and
are registered
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “AVCHD Progressive” and the
“AVCHD Progressive” logotype are
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation
and Sony Corporation.
• Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-
Definition Multimedia Interface, and
the HDMI Logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States
and other countries.
Association).
• Playback of images recorded
with your camera on other
equipment and playback of
images recorded or edited with
other equipment on your camera
are not guaranteed.
• Windows is a registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• Mac is a registered trademark of Apple
Inc. in the United States and other
countries.
• iOS is a registered trademark or
trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.
• iPhone and iPad are registered
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United
States and other countries.
• SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C,
LLC.
• Android, Google Play are trademarks
of Google Inc.
• Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo and Wi-Fi
PROTECTED SET-UP are registered
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• The N Mark is a trademark or
registered trademark of NFC Forum,
Inc. in the United States and in other
countries.
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• DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are
trademarks of Digital Living Network
Alliance.
• Facebook and the “f” logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
Facebook, Inc.
• YouTube and the YouTube logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
Google Inc.
• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.
• In addition, system and product names
used in this manual are, in general,
trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective developers or
manufacturers. However, the ™ or ®
marks may not be used in all cases in
this manual.
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