Page 2 - Confirming the operation method; Shooting; Shooting still images/movies
About the [In-Camera Guide] [9] About the shooting advice [10] Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel [11] Using MENU items [12] Using the Fn (Function) button [13] Using the “Quick Navi” Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [15...
Page 3 - Using shooting functions; Using the zoom; Using the flash; Selecting a screen display mode
Movie [30] Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom [31] The zoom features available with this product [32] Zoom Setting [33] About zoom scale [34] Using the flash Using flash Flash Mode [36] Flash Comp. [37] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [38] DISP Butto...
Page 4 - Adjusting the exposure
Focus-lock [49] Manual Focus [50] Direct manual focus (DMF) [51] MF Assist (still image) [52] Focus Magnifier [53] Focus Magnif. Time [54] Peaking Level [55] Peaking Color [56] Lock-on AF [57] Using Lock-on AF [58] Pre-AF (still image) [59] Eye-Start AF (still image) [60] AF/MF control [61] AF Illum...
Page 7 - Viewing; Viewing still images
Auto Review [126] Live View Display [127] FINDER/MONITOR [128] Release w/o Lens [129] e-Front Curtain Shut. [130] S. Auto Img. Extract. [131] Shading Comp. [132] Chro. Aber. Comp. [133] Distortion Comp. [134] Dial / Wheel Lock [135] Aperture Preview [136] Shot. Result Preview [137] Viewing Viewing s...
Page 8 - Changing settings; Setup menu
Specify Printing [146] Using viewing functions View Mode [147] Display Rotation [148] Slide Show [149] Rotate [150] Protect [151] 4K Still Image PB [152] Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV [153] Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV [154] Changing settings Setup menu Monitor...
Page 9 - Using Wi-Fi functions; Connecting this product and a Smartphone; Controlling this product using a Smartphone
HDMI Resolution [169] CTRL FOR HDMI [170] HDMI Info. Display [171] USB Connection [172] USB LUN Setting [173] Language [174] Date/Time Setup [175] Area Setting [176] Format [177] File Number [178] Select REC Folder [179] New Folder [180] Folder Name [181] Recover Image DB [182] Display Media Info. [...
Page 10 - Adding applications to the product
Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [193] Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One -touch Sharing) [194] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [195] Transferring images to a TV View on TV [196] Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Airplane Mode [197] WPS P...
Page 11 - Managing the applications; Viewing on computers; Recommended computer environment
Launching the downloaded application [209] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [210] Changing the order of applications [211] Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [212] Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment [2...
Page 12 - Precautions/This product; Precautions; Cleaning this product
Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [228] Creating Blu -ray Discs [229] Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions [230] On the internal rechargeable battery [231] Notes on the battery pack [232] Charging the battery pack [233] Memory card [234] Cleaning this product On cleanin...
Page 13 - Trademarks; If you have problems; Troubleshooting; Battery pack and power
Trademarks Trademarks [247] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [248] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [249] You cannot turn on the product. [250] The power turns off suddenly. [251] The remaining batter...
Page 14 - Viewing images
Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [262] The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [263] The date and time are recorded incorrectly. [264] The aperture value and/or shutter speed and/or metering indicator flashes. The image colors are not correct. [2...
Page 15 - Messages
You cannot use One -Touch connection (NFC). [289] Computers The computer does not recognize this product. [290] You cannot import images. [291] The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. [292] Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [29...
Page 16 - Situations this product has difficulty handling; Identifying parts; When the lens is removed
Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [306] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts When the lens is removed 1. Shutter button 2. C1 (Custom 1) button 3. Remote sensor 4. ON/O...
Page 21 - List of icons on the screen; List of shooting mode icons
[3] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS(supplied with ILCE-6000Y) 1. Focusing ring 2. Zooming ring 3. Focal -length scale 4. Focal -length index 5. Lens contacts* 6. Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. [4] How to Use Before Use Icons and...
Page 22 - List of viewing mode icons
List of viewing mode icons 1. P P* A S M Shooting mode Memory number Memory card/Uploading status Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection 100 Remaining number Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 20M / 12M / 10M / 6.0M / 5.1M Image size of still images Image quality of still images
Page 26 - List of focus range finder frames
AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2014-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording 3/7 File number/Number of images in the view mode [5] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators List of focus range finder frames The focus range finder frame ...
Page 27 - When using focal plane phase detection AF mode; Using the shoulder strap
When using focal plane phase detection AF mode When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], and if you aim at a moving subject, the focus range finder frame may be displayed as above. When focus is achieved automatically based on the wholerange of the monitor When [ AF Illuminator] is set to [Auto]...
Page 28 - Attaching the eyepiece cup
[7] How to Use Before Use Attaching the eyepiece cup Attaching the eyepiece cup It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder. 1. Match the bottom side of the eyepiece cup to the viewfinder, and attach it by pushing the top side of the eyepiece cup in. To r...
Page 29 - About the shooting advice
[8] How to Use Before Use Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust th...
Page 30 - Using the control wheel
You can scroll the screen by pressing the up/down side of the control wheel. Hint To view all the shooting advice, select MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [ Shooting Tip List]. [11] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel You can select setting i...
Page 32 - Performing settings on the dedicated screen
You can recall functions when shooting images. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button. 1. Press the Fn (Function) button in shooting mode. 2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3. Set the desired ...
Page 33 - Using the “Quick Navi”
[14] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the “Quick Navi” You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen when using the viewfinder. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button on the control wheel repeatedly until the screen is set to [Fo...
Page 34 - Shooting still images
Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 3, then press on the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow the operating guides (A) to perform the settings. [15] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shoo...
Page 35 - Focus indicator; Shooting movies
4. Press the shutter button fully down. Focus indicator lights: Image is in the focus. flashes: The focusing has failed. lights: Image is in the focus. The focused position will change to suit the motion of the subject. lights: The focusing is in progress. Hint When the product cannot focus automati...
Page 36 - List of mode dial functions; Available functions
To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie). 2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the product operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE but...
Page 37 - Intelligent Auto
Allows you to shoot still images in higher quality than with Intelligent Auto mode. P (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)). Also you can select various settings using the menu. A (Aperture Priority): Al...
Page 38 - Superior Auto
Note The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize these scenes under some shooting conditions. [19] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes a...
Page 39 - About Scene Recognition; The advantages of automatic shooting
When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] , the product cannot create a composite image. [20] 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 automatica...
Page 40 - Program Auto; Program Shift
P (Program Auto): Select this mode to shoot with various functions other than the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) adjusted. Note In [Intelligent Auto] mode, you may not be able to shoot dark scenes or back-lit subjects clearly. In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since...
Page 41 - Sweep Panorama
[23] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. 1. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2. Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the focus and brightness. 3. Whil...
Page 42 - Scene Selection
(B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic...
Page 43 - Menu item details
have changed the position of the mode dial. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly. Sports Action: Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The product shoots images continu...
Page 45 - Shutter Priority
Subjects with erratic movement. Subjects that are too close to the product. Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, a beach, or a lawn. Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur w...
Page 46 - Aperture Priority; Manual Exposure
image of the movement of the subject is captured to create a more natural and dynamic image. [26] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. The aperture value can be change...
Page 47 - BULB
1. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure). 2. Select the desired shutter speed by turning the control wheel. Select the desired aperture value by turning the control dial. When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO], use MM (Metered Manual) to check the exposure value. Toward +: Images become brigh...
Page 48 - Memory recall
Since the shutter speed becomes slow and the camera-shake tends to occur more easily, it is recommended that you use a tripod. The longer the exposure time, the more noise will be visible on the image. After shooting, noise reduction will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open...
Page 49 - Movie; Zoom
[30] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Movie You can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for recording movies. You can also check the image angle before shooting. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie). 2. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [ Movie ] → desired setting. ...
Page 50 - The zoom features available with this product
About [Zoom] on the camera When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting] , you can use the zoom on the camera side. When a Power zoom lens is mounted: If the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded when you operate the zoom lever or zoom ring, the camera automatically switches...
Page 51 - Zoom Setting
Size] to [M] or [S]. Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations: [Sweep Panorama] [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter] [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies. When a motor...
Page 52 - About zoom scale; When you do not use the flash
About zoom scale The zoom scale that is used in combination with the zoom of the lens changes according to the selected image size. When [ Aspect Ratio] is [3:2] [Zoom Setting]: [Optical zoom only (Smart zoom)] [ Image Size]: L -, M 1.4×, S 2× [Zoom Setting]: [On:ClearImage Zoom] [ Image Size]: L 2×...
Page 53 - Flash Mode
Note You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up. When an external flash (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority over the setting of the...
Page 60 - Focus Mode
1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Panorama: Size] → desired setting. Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 [45] How to Use Using shooting functions Selectin...
Page 61 - Focus Area
Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus when the focus adjustment is achieved. Use [Single-shot AF] when the subject is motionless. (Automatic AF) (default setting): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject. When the shutter b...
Page 62 - Focal plane phase detection AF
Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image. When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus. Zone: Select a zone on the monitor on which to focus. A zone consists of nine focus areas, and the ...
Page 63 - Manual Focus
[49] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus-lock Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Focus Mode] → [Single-shot AF]. 2. Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down. Th...
Page 65 - Focus Magnifier
You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. [ MF Assist] is available only when E-mount lens is attached. [53] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier]...
Page 66 - Peaking Level; Peaking Color
5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. [55] 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 75 - Measuring the exact distance to the subject
Sets the AF Track Duration to normal. This mode is useful when you want to keep the focus on a certain subject when there are some obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. [70] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Measuring the exact distance to the subject The mark...
Page 76 - Metering Mode
Note You can adjust the exposure in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies. If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. Only a value between –3.0 EV and +3.0 EV with the equivalent image brightness appe...
Page 77 - AE lock
[73] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure AE lock When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock th...
Page 79 - Zebra; Exposure step
[76] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Zebra The zebra pattern will appear over the part of an image if the brightness level exceeds the IRE that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zebra] → desired setting. Men...
Page 80 - Drive Mode
You can set the setting range for the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV (default setting) / 0.5EV [79] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Dial/Wheel Ev Comp You c...
Page 84 - Single Bracket
Cont. Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.7EV 5 Image: This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV. Cont. Bracket: 1.0EV 3 Image: This se...
Page 86 - WB bracket; DRO Bracket
shooting/Self-timer) WB bracket Shoots three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings of white balance, color temperature and color filter. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [WB bracket]. 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control...
Page 87 - Bracket order; ISO
The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. [88] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Bracket order You can set the shooting order for exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Bracket order] → desired setti...
Page 89 - Auto HDR
Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum]. The settings [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] are also applied when shooting in [ISO AUTO] mode under [Multi Frame NR]. [91] How to Use Using shooting functions Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt. (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, ...
Page 90 - White Balance
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 (default setting): Corrects the exposure difference automatically. Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 1...
Page 92 - Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode; Picture Effect
screen appears to allow you perform fine adjustments as required. Note [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [94] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] m...
Page 94 - Creative Style
[Partial Color] [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product processes the im...
Page 96 - Registering preferred settings (Style Box)
the bigger the effect on the image. Saturation: The higher the value selected, the more vivid the color. When a lower value is selected, the color of the image is restrained and subdued. Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness. The higher the value selected, the more the contours are accentuated, and the l...
Page 97 - Menu items details
[98] 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 98 - Audio Recording
24p 24M(FX)*: 25p 24M(FX)**: Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Bit-rate: Maximum 24 Mbps 24p 17M(FH)*: 25p 17M(FH)**: Records standard image quality movies of 1920× 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Bit-rate: Ave...
Page 100 - MOVIE Button; Memory
Menu item details On (default setting): 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 ...
Page 101 - Custom Key Settings
2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Memory] → desired number. Items that can be registered Shooting mode Aperture (F number) Shutter speed Camera Settings To recall registered settings Set the mode dial to MR, then press the right/left side of the control wheel or turn the control wheel to select the des...
Page 102 - Function of the AEL button; Function of the Custom button; Function of the center button
1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Custom Key Settings] → set a function to the desired key. Note Some functions cannot be assigned to certain keys. [106] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the AEL button Once you assign a function to t...
Page 103 - Function of the left button; Function of the right button
Once you assign a function to the center button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the center button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Center Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displ...
Page 104 - Function of the down button; Photo Creativity
convenient use Function of the down button Once you assign a function to the down button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the down button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Down Button] → desired setting. The fu...
Page 106 - Face Detection frame; Tips for capturing smiles more effectively
Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function. On (Regist. Faces) (default settin...
Page 109 - Red Eye Reduction
[119] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red -eye phenomenon. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting. Menu item details On: T...
Page 110 - SteadyShot
screen. Menu item details Off: Does not trim images. Auto (default setting): Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition. Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. [121] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other ...
Page 112 - Grid Line
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 image. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [ Color Space] → desired setting. Menu item details sRGB (default setting): Th...
Page 113 - Auto Review; Live View Display
Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off (default setting): Does not display the grid line. [126] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the s...
Page 118 - Aperture Preview
Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Off (default setting): Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note The [Distortion Comp.] function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cann...
Page 119 - Playing back images
shooting. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Custom Key Settings] → set the [Aperture Preview] function to the desired key. 2. Confirm the image by pressing the key to which [Aperture Preview] was assigned. Hint Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused...
Page 120 - Playback zoom; Image Index
Plays back the recorded images. 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2. Select the image with the control wheel. Hint The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may n...
Page 121 - Switching the screen display (during playback); Deleting a displayed image
To change the number of images to be displayed MENU → (Playback ) → [Image Index] → desired setting. Menu item details 12 Images (default setting) / 30 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel. Displaying a desired image quickly ...
Page 122 - Deleting multiple selected images; Playing back movies
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. [143] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple sele...
Page 123 - Available operations during movie playback; Playing back panoramic images
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 sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottom sid...
Page 124 - Specify Printing
To pause playback, press on the center again. To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU key. Note Panoramic images shot using other product may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. [146] How to Use Viewing Printing Specify Printing Yo...
Page 125 - View Mode; Display Rotation
You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: Movies RAW images [147] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions View Mode Sets the View Mode (image display method). 1. MENU → (Playback ) → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(St...
Page 126 - Slide Show; Rotate
[149] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Slide Show Automatically plays back images continuously. 1. MENU → (Playback ) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. 2. Select [Enter] . Menu item details Repeat: Select [On] , in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] (default settin...
Page 127 - Protect; K Still Image PB
Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. [151] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Protect Protects recorde...
Page 128 - Viewing images on an HD TV
Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 1. Turn off this product and the TV. 2. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 3. Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4. Turn on this product. 5...
Page 130 - Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV
[154] How to Use Viewing Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote Control. 1. Turn off both this product and the TV. 2. ...
Page 131 - Monitor Brightness
Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the screen. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting. Menu item details Manual (default setting): Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note T...
Page 132 - Volume Settings; Adjusting the volume during playback; Audio signals
Adjusts the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details - 2 to +2: When you select “ - ,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. [158] How to Use Changin...
Page 134 - Tile Menu; Mode Dial Guide
be sure that “Endless Memory Mode” is turned off. [161] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Tile Menu Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Always displays the first...
Page 135 - Pwr Save Start Time
You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as the default setting on the delete confirmation screen. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first (default setting): [C...
Page 136 - Cleaning Mode
Note This function is provided with 1080 50i-compatible devices only. It is not provided with 1080 60i-compatible devices. The 1080 50i-compatible devices have a “50i” mark on the bottom of the product. If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with the PAL system, a message tel...
Page 137 - Demo Mode; Remote Ctrl
[167] 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 138 - HDMI Resolution; CTRL FOR HDMI
On: Allows Wireless Remote Commander operation. Off (default setting): Does not allow Wireless Remote Commander operation. Note The RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander cannot be used for movie recording. The lens or lens hood may block the remote sensor that receive the signals. Use the Wireless Rem...
Page 139 - USB Connection
When connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product by aiming the TV remote control at the TV. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): You can operate this product wi...
Page 140 - USB LUN Setting
1. MENU → (Setup ) → [USB Connection] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected. Windows 7 or Windows 8 computers are connected in MTP, and their unique funct...
Page 141 - Language; Area Setting
[174] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [ Language] → desired language. [175] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Date...
Page 142 - Format; File Number; Select REC Folder
[177] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu 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...
Page 143 - New Folder; Folder Name
You can change the recording folder to which images are recorded. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting. [180] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu New Folder Creates a new folder in the memory card. A ...
Page 144 - Recover Image DB
Standard Form (default setting): The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10040405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2014) Note The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “...
Page 147 - Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad
The smartphone is connected to the product. [189] 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 passwo...
Page 149 - Smart Remote Embedded
When the product is in playback mode, the registered application will not launch even if you touch the smartphone to the product. When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch. Exit PlayMemories...
Page 151 - Send to Smartphone
devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch -point. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology. Note If you cannot make a connection, do as the followi...
Page 154 - Send to Computer; View on TV
(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] , you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off] . You canno...
Page 155 - Slideshow settings
2. When you want to play back images using slideshow, press on the center of the control wheel. To display the next/previous image manually, press the right/left side of the control wheel. To change the device to be connected, press the bottom side of the control wheel, then select [Device list]. Sl...
Page 157 - How to use the keyboard
name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator. 1. MENU → (Wireless ) → [Access Point Set.]. 2. Select the access point you want to register. When...
Page 158 - For example: If you want to enter “abd”; Other setting items
1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2. Switch character types Each time you press on the center of the control wheel, the character type switches among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3. Keyboard Each time you press on the center, the character that you enter will be displ...
Page 159 - Edit Device Name; Disp MAC Address
[200] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. 1. MENU → (Wireless ) → [Edit Device Name]. 2. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK] . For input method, refer to “How to use the keyb...
Page 161 - Downloading applications
1. Access the application download website. http://www.sony.net/pmca 2. Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the product. [207] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the ap...
Page 162 - Launching the downloaded application; How to launch the applications faster; Uninstalling applications
1. MENU → (Application ) → Application List → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications. Acquire a service account in advance. Note When the IP address setting of this product is [Manual], you cannot download an application. Set [IP Address Setti...
Page 165 - Software for Mac computers; Wireless Auto Import
A: To the Multi/Micro USB Terminal B: To the USB jack of the computer Note Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your c...
Page 166 - Accessing “Image Data Converter Guide”
[217] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software “Image Data Converter” With “Image Data Converter,” you can do the following: You can edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections, such as tone curve and sharpness. You can adjust images with white balance, exposure, and [Creat...
Page 167 - “Remote Camera Control”; Installing “Remote Camera Control”
(English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids -se/ [220] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software “Remote Camera Control” When using “Remote Camera Control,” the following operations are available on your computer. Changing this product’s settings and shooting. Recording images directly to the...
Page 168 - Connecting the product to a computer
Finder → [Applications] → [Remote Camera Control] → [Remote Camera Control Ver.3], and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Remote Camera Control Help Guide]. [223] How to Use Viewing on computers Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer 1. Insert a sufficiently char...
Page 169 - Disconnecting the product from the computer; Disc type
Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemoriesHome (For Mac) Connect the product to your Mac computer. Double-click the newly recognized icon on the desktop → the folder in which the image you want to import is stored. Then drag and drop the image file on to the hard disk icon. Note For...
Page 170 - Selecting the disc creation method
High-definition image quality (HD) A Blu -ray Disc enables you to record longer duration of high definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, ...
Page 171 - Creating a disc with a device other than a computer
(Only for Windows) Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) Writable movie format: PS, FX, FH Player: Blu -ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu -ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recordingdisc) Writable movie format: PS*,...
Page 172 - Creating Blu-ray Discs; Backing up memory cards
Standard definition image quality (STD) Note When creating AVCHD discs using PlayMemories Home from movies recorded with the [ Record Setting] of [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)], the image quality is converted and it is not possible to create d...
Page 174 - On the monitor and lens
1080 50i-compatible device: 50i Notes for when on board an airplane In an airplane, set [Airplane Mode] to [On] . On image data compatibility This product conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Indu...
Page 175 - On the internal rechargeable battery; Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery; Notes on the battery pack; Charging the battery pack
Make sure not to bump the lens or subject it to force. Notes on the flash Do not cover the flash with your fingers. 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. Notes on discarding or tra...
Page 176 - Effective use of the battery pack
Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images. You can charge t...
Page 178 - Memory card
If the product's Charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being 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....
Page 179 - Memory Stick media
SD cards also support UHS-I standard. Note 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 before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and...
Page 180 - On cleaning; Cleaning the lens and flash
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media: *1*2 Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media: *1*2 *1 This Memory Stick is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this produ...
Page 181 - Cleaning the camera body; Cleaning the product surface; Number of still images
Cleaning the camera body Do not touch the parts of the product inside the lens mount, such as a lens signal contact. To clean inside the lens mount, use a commercially available blower* to blow any dust off. * Do not use a spray-type blower as doing so may cause a malfunction. Cleaning the product s...
Page 182 - Recordable time of movies
4GB: 410 images 8GB: 820 images 16GB: 1650 images 32GB: 3300 images 64GB: 6600 images RAW & JPEG 2GB: 54 images 4GB: 105 images 8GB: 220 images 16GB: 440 images 32GB: 880 images 64GB: 1750 images RAW 2GB: 74 images 4GB: 145 images 8GB: 300 images 16GB: 600 images 32GB: 1200 images 64GB: 2400 ima...
Page 184 - Plug adaptor; On TV color systems
16GB: 2 h 45 m 32GB: 5 h 30 m 64GB: 11 h VGA 3M 2GB: 1 h 10 m 4GB: 2 h 25 m 8GB: 4 h 55 m 16GB: 10 h 32GB: 20 h 64GB: 40 h Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes for each shooting (limited by product specifications). For [MP4 12M] size movies, continuous shooting is possible fo...
Page 185 - Mount Adaptor
NTSC system: Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc. PAL system: Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Holland, Hon...
Page 188 - AVCHD format
If you use the LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF Select: SAM lens: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens. SSM...
Page 189 - License; Notes on the License; On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software
[246] How to Use Precautions/This product Other information License Notes on the License This product comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation t...
Page 195 - The flash does not work.; The date and time are recorded incorrectly.
[261] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The flash does not work. Raise the flash. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: [Anti Motion Blur], [Night Scene] or [Hand-held Twilight] in Scene Selection is selected. During Sweep Panorama shooting. During movie reco...
Page 201 - You cannot send movies to a smartphone.
[285] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. When the battery remaining level is low, [Send to Computer] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. [286] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot send movies to a smartphone. You cann...
Page 205 - The product does not work properly.
before using it. [300] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product becomes warm when you use it for a longtime. This is not a malfunction. Turn off the product and do not use it for a while. [301] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on theproduct....
Page 206 - Warning messages
remove the battery pack, and allow it to cool down before trying this corrective procedure. If an AC -PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the product again. If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after t...