Page 2 - Inserting a memory card (sold separately); Confirming the operation method; Shooting; Shooting still images/movies
Inserting the battery pack into the camera [8] Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [9] Charging by connecting to a computer [10] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack [11] Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) ...
Page 3 - Using shooting functions; Using the zoom; Using the flash
List of mode dial functions [25] Intelligent Auto [26] Superior Auto [27] About Scene Recognition [28] The advantages of automatic shooting [29] Program Auto [30] Sweep Panorama [31] Scene Selection [32] Shutter Priority [33] Aperture Priority [34] Manual Exposure [35] BULB [36] Memory recall [37] M...
Page 4 - Selecting a screen display mode; Selecting still image size/image quality
Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [50] Switching between the viewfinder and the screen [51] DISP Button (Finder) [52] DISP Button (Monitor) [53] TC/UB Disp. Switch [54] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [55] Aspect Ratio (still im...
Page 7 - Setting the other functions of this product
Custom Key Settings [122] Function of the control ring [123] Function of the C button [124] Function of the Center button [125] Function of the Left button [126] Function of the Right button [127] Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [128] Smile/Face Detect. [129] Soft Skin E...
Page 8 - Viewing
Viewing Viewing still images Playing back images [151] Playback zoom [152] Image Index [153] Switching the screen display (during playback) [154] Deleting images Deleting a displayed image [155] Deleting multiple selected images [156] Playing back movies Playing back movies [157] Motion Shot Video [...
Page 9 - Changing settings; Setup menu
Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV [168] Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness [169] Viewfinder Bright. [170] Finder Color Temp. [171] Function for VF close [172] Volume Settings [173] Audio signals [174] Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [175] Tile Menu [176] Mode Dial Guide [177] Dele...
Page 10 - Using Wi-Fi functions; Connecting this product and a Smartphone; Controlling this product using a Smartphone
Date/Time Setup [196] Area Setting [197] Copyright Info [198] Format [199] File Number [200] Select REC Folder [201] New Folder [202] Folder Name [203] Recover Image DB [204] Display Media Info. [205] Version [206] Certification Logo (Overseas model only) [207] Setting Reset [208] Using Wi-Fi functi...
Page 11 - Adding applications to the product
Send to Computer [217] Transferring images to a TV View on TV [218] Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Airplane Mode [219] WPS Push [220] Access Point Set. [221] Edit Device Name [222] Disp MAC Address [223] SSID/PW Reset [224] Reset Network Set. [225] Adding applications to the product PlayMe...
Page 12 - Using a computer; Recommended computer environment; Connecting this product and a computer; Creating a movie disc; Precautions/This product
Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [234] Using a computer Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment [235] Using the software PlayMemories Home [236] Installing PlayMemories Home [237] Software for Mac computers [238] Image Data Converter [239] Inst...
Page 13 - Precautions; Cleaning this product; Troubleshooting
Precautions Precautions [252] On the internal rechargeable battery [253] Notes on the battery pack [254] Charging the battery pack [255] Notes on memory card [256] Cleaning this product On cleaning [257] Number of recordable still images and recordable time ofmovies Number of still images [258] Reco...
Page 14 - If you have problems; Battery pack and power
If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [266] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [267] You cannot turn on the product. [268] The power turns off suddenly. [269] The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level. ...
Page 15 - Viewing images; Computers
Dark shadow appears on the image. [289] The eyes of the subject come out red. [290] Dots appear and remain on the screen. [291] You cannot shoot images continuously. [292] The image is not clear in the viewfinder. [293] No images appear on the viewfinder. [294] No images appear on the monitor. [295]...
Page 16 - Messages
You cannot import images. [314] The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. [315] Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [316] Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. [317] Printing You cannot print images. [318] The color of...
Page 17 - Situations this product has difficulty handling; Checking the camera and the supplied items
Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [333] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (...
Page 18 - Identifying parts
Instruction Manual (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) [2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1. ON/OFF (Power) switch 2. Power/Charge lamp 3. Shutter button 4. Mode dial 5. For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ (Playback zoom) lever 6. Self-timer ...
Page 20 - List of icons on the screen; Monitor mode
You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button. 20. MOVIE (Movie) button 21. Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible device. 22. HDMI micro jack 23. MENU button 24. Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) 25. Control wheel 26. (Playback) button 27. For shooting: C (Custom...
Page 21 - Viewfinder mode; For playback
Viewfinder mode In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode For playback Basic information display
Page 27 - Using the wrist strap
Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2015-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording 3/7 File number/Number of images in the view mode Copyright information exists for image REC Control 00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Shooting Standby Shooting Setting Guide ...
Page 28 - Using the shoulder strap (sold separately)
[5] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the shoulder strap (sold separately) Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach the strap adaptors to the strap hooks on either side of the product. 2. Attach the shoulder strap (sold separately) to the strap ...
Page 29 - To store the viewfinder
2. Grasp both sides of the eyepiece (B) and pull it towards the monitor side until it clicks. 3. Slide the diopter-adjustment lever. Hint To store the viewfinder Grasp both sides of the eyepiece and push it into the viewfinder until it clicks. Then push down the viewfinder. Note Be careful not to pu...
Page 30 - Inserting the battery pack into the camera
The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why. 1. Press the MENU or Fn button. 2. Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right side on the control wheel. 3. Press the C/ (Custom/Delete) button. ...
Page 33 - Charging by connecting to a computer
Note If the charge lamp flashes when the battery pack is not fully charged, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re -insert it to recharge. If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicat...
Page 34 - Screen mode
Note the following points when charging via a computer: If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the product connected to a laptop computer for an extended period of time. Do not turn on/off or restart ...
Page 35 - Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)
following conditions: The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately) [Display Quality]: [Standard] The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following condi...
Page 37 - Removing the memory card
2. Insert the memory card. Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. 3. Close the memory card cover. Hint When you use a memory card with this product for the firs...
Page 38 - Usable memory cards; Usable Memory Stick media
How to remove the memory card 1. Open the memory card cover. 2. Make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit. 3. Push in on the memory card once to remove it. 4. Close the memory card cover. [16] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Usable memory cards You can u...
Page 39 - When shooting movies in XAVC S format
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Memory Stick Micro (M2) (Mark2) *Memory Stick media with a capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this camera. Usable SD cards SD memory card / SDHC memory card SDXC memory card microSD memory card / microSDHC memory card microSDXC memory card *SD...
Page 40 - Setting language, date and time
micro USB cable. 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 ...
Page 42 - Using MENU items
Icons and function names are displayed on the screen as follows. Ex. : Adjust zoom by turning the control ring. [20] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using MENU items In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and exec...
Page 44 - Performing settings on the dedicated screen
2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3. Set the desired setting by turning the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control ring. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 2, the...
Page 46 - Shooting still images
4. Select the desired function by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 5. Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 4, then press on the center of the control wheel. The dedicated settin...
Page 47 - Focus indicator
2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( ) lights up. The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W), 30 c...
Page 48 - Shooting movies
Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant. The contrast of the subject is poor. The subject is seen through glass. The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. There is a flashing light. The subject is backlit. [24] Ho...
Page 49 - List of mode dial functions; Available functions
If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the lens operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded when you press the MOVIE button to stop recording. For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to “Recordable tim...
Page 50 - Intelligent Auto
Allows you to shoot still images with the desired exposure by adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)). MR (Memory recall): Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or numeric settings registered in advance. (Movie): Allows you to change t...
Page 51 - Superior Auto
The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. [27] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The camera shoots with automatic scene reco...
Page 52 - About Scene Recognition
[28] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode About Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode. This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Scene Recognition: When the product reco...
Page 53 - The advantages of automatic shooting; Program Auto
The advantages of automatic shooting This camera is equipped with the following three automatic shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], and [Program Auto]. (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition. (Superior Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene...
Page 54 - Program Shift; Sweep Panorama
Program Shift You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F -value) combination by rotating the control wheel, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set by this product. This function is available when you do not use the flash. “P” on the screen changes to “P*” when you turn the contr...
Page 56 - Scene Selection; Menu item details
Moving subjects. Subjects that are too close to the product. Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, beach, or a lawn. Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. Subjects with brightness widely different from its surroundings such as the sun or a light bulb. Th...
Page 59 - Shutter Priority
Note Under the following settings, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring: [Night Scene] [Night Portrait] [Fireworks] In the [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4 times and an image is recorded. If you select ...
Page 60 - Aperture Priority
2. Select the desired value by turning the control wheel. 3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the aperture value on the shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as i...
Page 61 - Manual Exposure
screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Hint Smaller F-value (opening the aperture) narrows the range that is in focus. This allows you to put the subject in sharp focus and blur ...
Page 62 - BULB
Hint By assigning [AEL hold] or [AEL toggle] to a desired button and turning the control ring or the control wheel while pressing that button, you can change the shutter speed and aperture (F -value) combination without changing the set exposure value. (Manual shift) [36] How to Use Shooting Selecti...
Page 63 - Memory recall; Movie
If you use the above functions when the shutter speed is set to [BULB], the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds. Hint Images shot in [BULB] mode tend to be blurry. We recommend that you use a tripod or a remote commander (sold separately) that has a shutter button lock function. [37] How ...
Page 65 - Timing of recording
4. Press the MOVIE (Movie) button. The camera will automatically start recording as soon as you finish shooting. Menu item details Record Setting: Selects the frame rate of the movie from [60p 50M]/[50p 50M], [30p 50M]/[25p 50M], and [24p 50M*]. * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. Frame ...
Page 66 - To redo shooting; Playback speed; Priority Setting] and recordable duration
during shooting, the camera will end shooting and start recording. To redo shooting You can cancel recording by selecting [Cancel] on the screen. However, the movie recorded up to the point you cancelled will be saved. Playback speed The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned [ ...
Page 67 - Zoom; The zoom features available with this product
Effective pixel number read out from image sensor: 1676×566 Recordable duration: Approx. 4 seconds [ Frame Rate]: 480fps /500fps Effective pixel number read out from image sensor: 1136×384 Recordable duration: Approx. 4 seconds [ Frame Rate]: 960fps /1000fps Effective pixel number read out from imag...
Page 68 - Zoom Setting
1. Optical zoom range Images are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product. 2. Smart Zoom range ( ) Zoom images without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially cropping an image (only when the image size is [M] , [S] or [VGA]). 3. Clear Image Zoom range ( ) Zoom images...
Page 69 - About zoom scale
1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Optical zoom only: Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [ Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA]. On:ClearImage Zoom: Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product ...
Page 71 - Using flash; When you do not use the flash
When recording movies. When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. When the shooting mode is set to something other than [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], assign the [Zoom] function to the control ring before using the control ring. Selecting [Quick] increases the likelihood that the...
Page 75 - Switching between the viewfinder and the screen; When the viewfinder is closed
For viewfinder * * [For viewfinder] is displayed only on the screen. Some display modes are not available in the default settings. To change the display modes, press MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. In movie m...
Page 76 - When you look into the viewfinder
The image is displayed on the screen only regardless of the [FINDER/MONITOR] setting. When you look into the viewfinder The image is displayed in the viewfinder only regardless of the [FINDER/MONITOR] setting. When you are not looking into the viewfinder or when shootinga self-portrait If [FINDER/MO...
Page 82 - About RAW images
File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Standard: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of [Fine] , the file size of [Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine] . This...
Page 83 - Focus Mode
[59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting. Menu item details Right: Pan the camera from the left to ...
Page 84 - Focus Area
If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc. When [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the beep does not sound when focus is achieved. Hint If you shoot movies when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF] or [DMF], the...
Page 86 - Manual Focus
Note [Center Lock-on AF] may not function very well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark. The ambient light changes. Lock-on AF does not work in the following si...
Page 89 - Focus Magnifier
Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier] . 2. Press on the center of the control wheel to enlarge the image and select the position you want to enlarge using up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. You can c...
Page 90 - Peaking Level; Peaking Color
5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. [69] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. Thi...
Page 93 - Eye AF
[74] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Eye AF The camera focuses on the subject's eyes while you keep the button pressed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Custom Key Settings] → assign the [Eye AF] function to the desired button. 2. Point the camera at a person's face, and press...
Page 94 - Metering Mode
Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation). Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). 1. / (Exposure Comp. ) on the control wheel...
Page 95 - AE lock
The setting is fixed to [Multi] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Zoom functions other than optical zoom [77] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure AE lock When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as w...
Page 96 - Zebra
Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. This function is useful when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [ AEL w/ shutter] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Fixes the exposure after adjusting the focus aut...
Page 97 - Drive Mode
Adjusts the brightness level. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed during HDMI connection. [80] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure Set. Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exposure Set. Guide] →...
Page 103 - Single Bracket
1.0 EV. Cont. Bracket: 1.0EV 9 Image: This setting shoots nine images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 1.0 EV. Cont. Bracket: 2.0EV 3 Image: This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 2.0 EV. Cont. Bracket: 2.0EV 5 Image:...
Page 105 - WB bracket
minus 2.0 EV. Single Bracket: 3.0EV 3 Image: This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Single Bracket: 3.0EV 5 Image: This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Note Wh...
Page 106 - DRO Bracket; Settings for bracket shooting
[89] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [DRO Bracket]. 2. Select the desired mode using the...
Page 107 - Indicator during bracket shooting; Viewfinder
Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→ - → + / - →0→ + ) [91] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Indicator during bracket shooting Viewfinder Ambient light* bracketing3 images shifted by 0.3EV st...
Page 109 - ISO
Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self - portrait/ -timer] to [Off] , then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. [93] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO numbe...
Page 111 - Multi Frame NR
(The maximum shutter speed is limited to the flash-synching speed of 1/100 seconds.) When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) [95] How to Use Using shooting functio...
Page 112 - Auto HDR
between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [D-Range Opt.]. 2. Select the desired setting using the left/right side of the control wheel. Menu item details D-Range Optimizer: Auto: Corrects th...
Page 113 - White Balance
overlaid image are recorded. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [Auto HDR] . 2. Select the desired setting using the left/right side of the control wheel. Menu item details Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. Auto: Corrects the exposure difference automatically. Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 1.0EV ― Au...
Page 115 - Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode; Picture Effect
In [C.Temp./Filter], you can use the right button to display the color temperature setting screen and perform a setting. When you press the right button again, the fine adjustment screen appears to allow you perform fine adjustments as required. Note [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the followi...
Page 117 - Creative Style
Hint You can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the left/right side of the control wheel. [Toy Camera] [Posterization] [Partial Color] [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, setting t...
Page 119 - Movie recording formats
Sepia: For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( )) to register preferred settings. Then select the desired settings using the right button. You can call up the same style with slightly diffe...
Page 122 - Menu items details
[104] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit- rate, the higher the image quality. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. When [ File Format]...
Page 125 - Dual Video REC; Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec)
[105] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Dual Video REC Allows you to simultaneously record an XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Dual Video REC] → desired setting. Menu item details On: An XAVC S movie and an MP4 movi...
Page 126 - Auto Dual Rec
2. Press the shutter button to capture a still image. If you press the shutter button halfway down, the remaining number of still images you can shoot will be displayed on the screen. While shooting still images, the message [CAPTURE] is displayed on the screen. 3. Press the MOVIE button again to fi...
Page 130 - Audio Recording; Micref Level
Provides the most powerful SteadyShot effect. Active: Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect. Standard: Reduces camera shake under stable movie shooting conditions. Off: Does not use [ SteadyShot] . Note If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot] , the angle of view will change. [Intelligent Ac...
Page 132 - MOVIE Button; Picture Profile; Customizing the picture profile
Menu item details On: Uses [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The shutter speed automatically slows when recording in dark locations. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations. Off: Does not use [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The recorded movie will be darker than when [...
Page 136 - High Frame Rate
Copy Copies the settings of the picture profile to another picture profile number. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Picture Profile] → [Copy] Reset Resets the picture profile to the default setting. You cannot reset all picture profile settings at once. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Picture Profile] → [R...
Page 137 - Memory; Items that can be registered
You can select the exposure mode for HFR shooting based on the subject and effect you want. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [High Frame Rate] → desired settings. Menu item details Program Auto/ Aperture Priority/ Shutter Priority/ Manual Exposure [120] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing ...
Page 138 - Custom Key Settings
[121] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The fu...
Page 139 - Function of the control ring; Function of the C button; Function of the Center button
[123] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the control ring Once you assign a function to the control ring, you can perform that function by simply turning the control ring when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (...
Page 140 - Function of the Left button; Function of the Right button; Photo Creativity
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Center Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [126] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the Left button On...
Page 145 - Red Eye Reduction
Deletes a registered face. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Face Registration] → [Delete] . If you select [Delete All] , you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete] , the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the p...
Page 149 - Grid Line
[140] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the imag...
Page 150 - Auto Review; Live View Display
Place main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds for a well- balanced composition. Square Grid: Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, c...
Page 151 - Bright Monitoring
Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, [Creative Style] , or [Picture Effect] on the screen. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Live View Display] → desired setting. Menu item details Setting Effect ON: Displays Live View in conditions close...
Page 155 - Wheel Lock; Deactivate Monitor
Long Exposure NR Bulb shooting The [ Shutter Type] setting may be cancelled when shooting with a function downloaded from PlayMemories Camera Apps. [148] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Wheel Lock You can set whether the wheel will be locked by pressin...
Page 156 - ND Filter; Playing back images
Even if you perform [Deactivate Monitor], the backlight of monitor remains on. To turn off the backlight, switch the monitor mode to viewfinder mode using the [FINDER/MONITOR] function. [150] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product ND Filter If you use an ND f...
Page 157 - Playback zoom; Image Index
back correctly. To play back images shot using other devices, register those images to the image database file using MENU → [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. [152] How to Use Viewing Viewing still images Playback zoom Enlarges the image being played back. 1. Display the image you want to enlarge, and sl...
Page 158 - To return to single-image playback; Switching the screen display (during playback); Deleting a displayed image
9 Images / 25 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel. To display a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel, then press the top/bottom side of the control wheel. While t...
Page 159 - Deleting multiple selected images
You can delete an image displayed. 1. Display the image you want to delete. 2. Press the (Delete) button. 3. Select [Delete] using the control wheel, then press on the center of the control wheel. [156] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple sele...
Page 160 - Playing back movies; Available operations during movie playback; Motion Shot Video
Playing back movies Plays back the recorded movies. 1. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select the movie to be played back using the control wheel. 3. To play back movies, press on the center. Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and soun...
Page 161 - Playing back panoramic images
If you fail to make the trail, you can adjust the interval of the image tracking using . Note You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file. If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product may fail to create the image. Hint You can...
Page 162 - Specify Printing; View Mode
[160] How to Use Viewing Printing Specify Printing You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. The (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.” 1. MENU → (Playback ) → [Specify Printing] → desir...
Page 163 - Display Rotation; Slide Show
Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD -format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD -format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. [162] How to Use Viewing Using viewing fun...
Page 164 - Rotate
2. Select [Enter] . Menu item details Repeat: Select [On] , in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] , in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once. Interval: Select the display interval for images from among [1 Sec] , [3 Sec] , [5 Sec] , [1...
Page 165 - Protect; Beauty Effect
Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed on protected images. 1. MENU → (Playback ) → [Protect] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. (1) Select the image to be protected, then ...
Page 166 - Viewing images on an HD TV
2. Select the face for which you want to use the Beauty Effect. 3. Select the desired effect and perform the retouching according to the operation method in each mode. (Skin Toning): Adjusts the skin color as you like. 1. Select the base skin color using / , then press . 2. Increase or decrease the ...
Page 168 - Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV
Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable. Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV. When [ TC Output] is set to [On] , the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC O...
Page 169 - Monitor Brightness
5. MENU → (Setup ) → [ HDMI Settings ] → [ CTRL FOR HDMI ] → [ On]. 6. Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV Remote Control, and select the desired mode. Note If the product is not in playback mode, press the (Playback) button. Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide SYNC MENU operations. For...
Page 170 - Function for VF close
When using an electronic viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder automatically. Manu...
Page 171 - Volume Settings; Adjusting the volume during playback; Audio signals
Sets whether to turn the power off when the viewfinder is stowed. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Function for VF close] → desired setting. Menu item details Power OFF: Turns the power off when the viewfinder is stowed. Not Power OFF: Does not turn the power off when the viewfinder is stowed. Note Push the ey...
Page 173 - Tile Menu; Mode Dial Guide
Note Eye-Fi cards are only sold in certain countries/regions. For more information on Eye-Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly. Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regio...
Page 174 - Display Quality
You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off: Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. [178] How ...
Page 175 - Pwr Save Start Time
Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. [180] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Pwr Save Start Time You can set the time by which the power goes off automatically. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Pwr Save Start Time]...
Page 176 - Demo Mode
[182] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off] . 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Demo Mode] → desired setting. Menu i...
Page 177 - How to reset the time code
Sets the display for the counter, time code, and user bit. TC Preset: Sets the time code. UB Preset: Sets the user bit. TC Format: Sets the recording method for the time code. TC Run: Sets the count up format for the time code. TC Make: Sets the recording format for the time code on the recording me...
Page 178 - How to reset the user bit; How to select the count up format for the time code (TC Run)
1. MENU → (Setup ) → [TC/UB Settings] → [UB Preset], then press in the center of the control wheel. 2. Turn the control wheel and select the first two digits. 3. Set the other digits following the same procedure as in step 2, then press in the center of the control wheel. How to reset the user bit 1...
Page 179 - How to select how the time code is recorded (TC Make); HDMI Resolution
How to select how the time code is recorded (TC Make) 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Make], then press in the center of the control wheel. Preset: Records the newly set time code on the recording medium. Regenerate: Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording ...
Page 180 - CTRL FOR HDMI
models) Set 1080/24p or 1080/60p as the HDMI output format when [ Record Setting] is set to [24p 24M(FX)], [24p 17M(FH)], or [24p 50M]. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] → [1080p] or [2160p/1080p]. 2. MENU → (Setup ) → [HDMI Settings] → [ 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Men...
Page 182 - Standby for movie shooting
[189] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu REC Control (movie) If you connect the camera to an external recorder/player, you can remotely command the recorder/player to start/stop recording using the camera. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [HDMI Settings] → [ REC Control] → desired setting. Menu item detail...
Page 184 - USB Connection
* Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to PAL. Note This item can be set only when the camera is in movie mode and connected to a 4K- compatible device. When [HDMI Only(30p)], [HDMI Only(25p)] or [HDMI Only(24p)] is set, the [HDMI Info. Display] will temporarily be set to [Off] . The counter does no...
Page 185 - USB LUN Setting; USB Power Supply
Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. If Device Stage* is not displayed with Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connection] to [Auto]. * Device Stage is a menu screen used to manage connected devices, such as a cam...
Page 186 - Language; Area Setting
a computer, etc. If you use the supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied even when [Off] is selected. Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. [195] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and...
Page 187 - Copyright Info; How to use the keyboard
Sets the area where you are using the product. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Area Setting] → desired area. [198] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Copyright Info You can write copyright information onto the still images. 1. MENU → (Setup )→ [Copyright Info] → desired setting. 2. When you select [Set P...
Page 188 - For example: If you want to enter “abd”
1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2. Switch character types Each time you press in the center of the control wheel, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3. Keyboard Each time you press in the center, the characters corresponding to that ...
Page 189 - Format; File Number; Select REC Folder
Format Formats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecover...
Page 190 - New Folder; Folder Name
1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. [202] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card for recording still images and MP4 movies. A new folder is created w...
Page 191 - Recover Image DB; Version
The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10050405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2015) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. [204] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Recover Image DB If image files were processed on a compu...
Page 192 - Setting Reset; PlayMemories Mobile
1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Version] . [207] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Certification Logo (Overseas model only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Certification Logo] . [208] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Setting Reset Resets the produc...
Page 193 - Connecting an Android smartphone to this product
To use [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone], etc., the application PlayMemories Mobile should be installed on your smartphone. Download and install the application PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone,...
Page 194 - Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad
[211] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad. 2. Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or ...
Page 196 - Smart Remote Embedded
Smart Remote Embedded You can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this product, and shoot still images/movies. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → (Application ) → [Application List] → [Smart Remote Embedded]. 2. When the product is ready for...
Page 198 - Send to Smartphone
Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product. If the smartphone is in a case, remove it. If the product is in a case, remove it. Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [O...
Page 201 - Send to Computer; View on TV
Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product. If the smartphone is in a case, remove it. If the product is in a case, remove it. Confirm that the NFC function is activated on the smartphone. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On]...
Page 202 - Slideshow settings
You can view images on a network -enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [View on TV...
Page 205 - Other setting items
When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. 1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2. Switch character types Each time you press in the center of the control wheel, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3. K...
Page 206 - Edit Device Name; Disp MAC Address
WPS PIN: Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device. Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off] . IP Address Setting: Select [Auto] or [Manual]. IP Address: If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address. Subnet Mask/Default Gateway: When you set [IP Address Setting...
Page 207 - PlayMemories Camera Apps
SSID/PW Reset This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] and [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information. 1. MENU → (Wireless ) → [SSID/PW Reset] → [...
Page 209 - Launching the downloaded application
[230] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Downloading applications directly to the product usingthe Wi-Fi function You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. Acquire a service account in advance. 1. MENU → (Applicati...
Page 210 - How to launch the applications faster; Uninstalling applications
Hint How to launch the applications faster Assign [Download Appli.] and [Application List] to the custom key. You can launch the applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed. [232] How to Use Adding applications to the p...
Page 212 - Installing PlayMemories Home
[237] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using your computer's Internet browser, go to the URL below and download PlayMemories Home by following the on-screen instructions. http://www.sony.net/pm/ An internet connection is required. For detailed instructio...
Page 213 - Software for Mac computers; Wireless Auto Import; Image Data Converter
DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only). [238] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Software ...
Page 214 - Installing Image Data Converter; Accessing Image Data Converter Guide; Remote Camera Control
Installing Image Data Converter 1. Download and install the software by accessing the following URL (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids -se/ Note Log on as Administrator. [241] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Accessing Image Data Converter Guide Windows: [Start] → [All Programs]...
Page 215 - Connecting the product to a computer
[243] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Installing Remote Camera Control Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ [244] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Accessing the...
Page 216 - Importing images to the computer
If you connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On] , power is supplied from your computer. (Default setting: [On] ) [246] How to Use Using a computer Connecting this product and a computer Importing images to the computer PlayMemories Home al...
Page 217 - Disconnecting the product from the computer; Selecting a disc to be created
Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. ...
Page 220 - Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies
USB cable. The necessary software is automatically added to your computer. (An internet connection is needed.) For details on how to create a disc using PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help guide for PlayMemories Home. B. How to create using a device other than a computer You can also create DVD dis...
Page 221 - Backing up memory cards
[252] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection. When the memory card is removed, the USB cable is disconnected, or the product is turned off in the middle of a read or ...
Page 222 - On moisture condensation; On the functions available with the product; Notes for when on board an airplane
On moisture condensation If the product is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the product. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the product. To prevent moisture condensation when you bring the product directly from a cold to a wa...
Page 224 - On the internal rechargeable battery; Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery; Notes on the battery pack; Charging the battery pack
Do not carry the product by the flash unit, or use excessive strength on it. If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. When pushing down the flash unit, be careful not to catch your fingers. Notes on discarding or transferring this product toothers When discard...
Page 227 - Notes on memory card
charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product. If the charge lamp flashes again, this may indicate a faulty battery or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted. Check that the battery pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the spec...
Page 228 - On cleaning; Cleaning the lens and flash
damaged. Do not insert a memory card that does not fit the memory card slot. Doing so will cause a malfunction. Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions: High temperature locations such as in a car parked under the sun Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or...
Page 229 - Cleaning the monitor; Number of still images
Do not expose the product to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide. Do not touch the product with any of the above on your hand. Do not leave the product in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Cleaning the monitor...
Page 230 - Recordable time of movies
32 GB: 950 images 64 GB: 1900 images RAW 8 GB: 355 images 16 GB: 710 images 32 GB: 1400 images 64 GB: 2850 images * When the [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2] , you can record more pictures than shown above. (Except when [ Quality] is set to [RAW].) Note Even if the number of remaining shoo...
Page 233 - Notes on continuous movie recording
32 GB: 4 h 10 m 64 GB: 8 h 25 m 1280x720 30p 6M1280x720 25p 6M 8 GB: 2 h 35 m 16 GB: 5 h 20 m 32 GB: 10 h 55 m 64 GB: 22 h * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. When using the camera's default settings, continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (max.) for each shooting a...
Page 234 - Plug adaptor; On TV color systems
power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera drops fully. [260] How to Use Precautions/This product Using this product abroad Plug adaptor You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC and 50 Hz/60 Hz. N...
Page 235 - Notes on the License
ZEISS lens The camera is equipped with a ZEISS lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for the camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by ZEISS in accordance with the quality standards of ZEISS in Germany. [263] How to Use Preca...
Page 236 - On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software; Trademarks
(i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITION...
Page 242 - The flash does not work.
You cannot use zoom functions during Sweep Panorama shooting. You can use only the optical zoom in the following situations: When using Smile Shutter function. During Self -portrait shooting. [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. [281] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/...
Page 249 - You cannot send movies to a smartphone.
When the battery remaining level is low, [Send to Computer] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. [309] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot send movies to a smartphone. You cannot send XAVC S movies to a smartphone. You cannot send AVCHD movies to a smartphone....
Page 253 - The lens gets fogged.
do so. [322] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The lens gets fogged. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the product and leave it for about an hour before using it. [323] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product stops with the lens portion extended./Theproduct turns off with ...
Page 255 - Self-diagnosis display
Sound may be produced when the product is shaken while the power is turned off, but this is not a malfunction. [330] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others “--E-” appears on the screen. Remove the memory card, and insert it again. If the problem persists even after performing this procedure, format ...
Page 256 - Warning messages
A product malfunction has occurred. Initialize this product, then turn the power on again. E:94:□□ There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning...