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Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7S How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts (Front side) [2] Identifying parts (Rear side) [3] Identifying parts (T op side/Side view) [4] Identifying parts (Bottom view) [5] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [6] Using the strap Usin[...]
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About the [In-Camera Guide] [10] Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack using a charger [1 1] Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [12] Charging by connecting to a computer [13] Inserting the battery pack into the camera [14] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played [...]
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Using MENU items [26] Using the Fn (Function) button [27] Using the "Quick Navi" [28] Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [29] Shooting movies [30] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [31] Intelligent Auto [32] Superior Auto [33] About Scene Recognition [34] The advantages of automatic shooting [3[...]
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About zoom scale [48] Zoom Ring Rotate [49] Using the flash Using flash (sold separately) [50] Flash Mode [51] Flash Comp. [52] FEL Lock [53] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [54] DISP Button (Finder) [55] DISP Button (Monitor) [56] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [57] Aspect [...]
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Peaking Color [72] Pre-AF (still image) [73] Eye-Start AF (still image) [74] AF/MF control [75] AF Illuminator (still image) [76] AF Micro Adj. [77] Focus Settings [78] AF w/ shutter (still image) [79] AF On [80] Eye AF [81] Measuring the exact distance to the subject [82] Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp. [83] Exposure compensation dial [84] M[...]
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Single Bracket [100] WB bracket [101] DRO Bracket [102] Bracket order [103] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [104] Multi Frame NR [105] Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt. (DRO) [106] Auto HDR [107] Adjusting color tones White Balance [108] Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [109] Selecting an effect mode Picture E[...]
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Wind Noise Reduct. [122] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [123] MOVIE Button [124] Picture Profile [125] Video Light Mode [126] Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [127] Function Menu Set. [128] Custom Key Settings [129] Function of the control wheel [130] Function of the focus hold button [131] Function of the AEL button [132] Func[...]
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Color Space (still image) [150] Grid Line [151] Auto Review [152] Live View Display [153] FINDER/MONITOR [154] Release w/o Lens [155] Silent Shooting [156] e-Front Curtain Shut. [157] S. Auto Img. Extract. [158] APS-C Size Capture [159] Shading Comp. [160] Chro. Aber . Comp. [161] Distortion Comp. [162] Dial / Wheel Lock [163] Deactivate Monitor [1[...]
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V iewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [174] Printing Specify Printing [175] Using viewing functions View Mode [176] Display Rotation [177] Slide Show [178] Rotate [179] Protect [180] 4K Still Image PB [181] V iewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV [182] Viewing images on a “BRA VIA” Sync-compatible TV [183] Changing [...]
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Pwr Save Start T ime [194] P AL/NTSC Selector [195] Cleaning Mode [196] Demo Mode [197] TC/UB Settings [198] Remote Ctrl [199] HDMI Resolution [200] 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) [201] CTRL FOR HDMI [202] HDMI Info. Display [203] TC Output (movie) [204] REC Control (movie) [205] HDMI 4K Output (movie) [206] USB Connec[...]
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PlayMemories Mobile [222] Connecting an Android smartphone to this product [223] Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad [224] Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [225] Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded [226] One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) [227] T r[...]
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PlayMemories Camera Apps [239] Recommended computer environment [240] Installing the applications Opening a service account [241] Downloading applications [242] Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function [243] Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application [244] Managing the applications Uninstalling a[...]
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Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer [258] Importing images to the computer [259] Disconnecting the product from the computer [260] Creating a movie disc Disc type [261] Selecting the disc creation method [262] Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [263] Creating Blu-ray Discs [264] Precautions/T[...]
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Other information Mount Adaptor [276] LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor [277] LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor [278] LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor [279] LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor [280] V ertical grip [281] License [282] T rademarks T rademarks [283] T roubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems T roubleshooting [284] T roubleshooting Battery pack and power Y ou cannot inser[...]
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The battery pack is not charged. [291] The monitor does not turn on even when the product is turned on. [292] Shooting still images/movies Y ou cannot record images. [293] Recording takes a long time. [294] The image is out of focus. [295] The angle of view changes little by little while shooting images. [296] The recording date and time are not di[...]
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[WPS Push] does not work. [317] [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway . [318] Y ou cannot send movies to a smartphone. [319] [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway . [320] The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly ./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. [...]
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Messages Messages W arning messages [338] Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [339] [ 1] How t o Use Befor e Use Nam es of par ts Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) [...]
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Shoulder strap (1) Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) Cable protector (1) Shoe cap (1) (Attached on the camera) Eyepiece cup (1) (Attached on the camera) Instruction Manual (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) [ 2] How t o Use Befor e Use Nam es of par ts Identifying parts (Front side) When the lens is removed[...]
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1. AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp 2. Front dial 3. Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) 4. Remote sensor 5. Lens release button 6. Built-in microphone* 7. Mount index 8. Image sensor** 9. Mount 10. Contacts** * Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. ** Do not directly touch these parts. [ 3] How t o Use Befo[...]
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2. Viewfinder 3. MENU button 4. Eye sensor 5. Monitor Y ou can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. 6. Diopter-adjustment dial Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder . 7. For shooting: C2 (Custom2) button For viewing: (Enlarge) button 8[...]
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Identifying parts (T op side/Side view) 1. Speaker 2. Image sensor position mark 3. (Microphone) jack When an external microphone is connected, the microphone is turned on automatically . If the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera. 4. (Headphones) jack 5. Charge lamp 6. Multi/Micro USB T[...]
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Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. 14. (N mark) This mark indicates the touch point for connecting the camera and an NFC-enabled Smartphone. For details on the location of the (N mark) on your Smartphone, refer to the operating instructions of the Smartphone. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wir[...]
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Make sure the connector cover is outside the cable protector when you attach the cable protector . [ 5] How t o Use Befor e Use Nam es of par ts Identifying parts (Bottom view) 1. Battery insertion slot 2. Battery cover 3. T ripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the came[...]
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connection plate cover as shown below . Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover . [ 6] How t o Use Befor e Use Ic ons and i ndi cat ors List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display . Monitor mode For playback (Basic information[...]
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V iewfinder mode In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode 1. P P* A S M Shooting mode Register number Scene Recognition icons Memory card/Upload 100 Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 12M / 10M / 5.1M / 4.3M / 3.0M / 2.6M / 1.3M / 1.1M Image size of still images[...]
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Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Image size of movies Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress APS-C Size Capture Setting Effect OFF AF Illuminator NFC is activated Airplane Mode No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduction SteadyShot/Camera shake warning Overheating warning Database file full/Data[...]
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Spot metering area Digital level gauge Audio level View Mode 100-0003 Folder-file number Protect Recording mode of movies DPOF DPOF set Auto Obj. Framing 00:00:00:00 T ime code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Dual Video REC Video Light Mode HDMI 4K Output PC Remote Remote controller 2. Drive mode Flash mode/Red-eye reduction[...]
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±0.0 Flash compensation Focus mode Focus area Auto Obj. Framing Smile/Face Detect./Smile Shutter Metering mode 7500K A5 G5 White balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) D-Range Optimizer/Auto HDR +3 +3 +3 Creative Style /Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator - [...]
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Exposure compensation/Metered Manual REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Focus 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture V alue ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity AE lock/FEL lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Auto HDR image warning Picture Effect error 2014-1-1 10:37PM Date of recording 3/7 File number/Number of images in the vi[...]
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Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach both ends of the strap. [ 8] How t o Use Befor e Use Att achi ng t he eyepi ece cup Attaching the eyepiece cup It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder . 1. Match the eyepiece cup to the groo[...]
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Adjust the diopter scale 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 the dial. 1. T urn the diopter-adjustment dial. [10] How to Use Befor e Use In- Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] The [In-Camera Guide] displays descri[...]
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(supplied). The InfoLITHIUM battery pack can be charged even when it is not fully depleted. It can also be used when it is not fully charged. The charged battery pack discharges little by little even when it is not being used. T o avoid missing a shooting opportunity , charge the battery pack again before shooting. 1. Insert the battery pack into t[...]
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not been used for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack from the charger and then re-insert it to recharge. Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so ma[...]
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a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on the conditions of use and the environment. T o check the remaining battery charge, detach the micro USB cable and check the (remaining charge indicator) on the screen. Note If the charge lamp flashes when the battery pack is not fully charged, remove the battery pack from the cam[...]
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Note 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 charge for an extended period of time. Do not turn on/off or restart the computer , or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been esta[...]
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3. Close the cover . [15] How to Use Prepar i ng the camera Chargi ng t he bat t ery pac k Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack Screen mode Shooting (still images): Battery life: approx. 190 min., Number of images: approx. 380 Actual shooting (movies): Battery life: approx. 60 min. Continuous s[...]
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Battery life: approx. 55 min. Continuous shooting (movies): Battery life: approx. 90 min. Note The above battery life and number of images applies when the battery pack has been fully charged. The battery life and number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use. The battery life and number of images that can be recorded is for shoo[...]
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Note Y ou cannot shoot or play back images while the supplied AC adaptor is connected to the camera. If you want to shoot or play back images with power supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), use the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). [17] How to Use Prepar i ng the camera Chargi ng t he bat t ery pac k Removing the battery pack How to remov[...]
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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 . [19] How to Use Prepar i ng the camera I nser ti ng a memory card ( sol d separ at el y) Removing the memory ca[...]
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3. Push in on the memory card once to remove it. 4. Close the memory card cover . [20] How to Use Prepar i ng the camera Att achi ng a l ens Attaching a lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before attaching the lens. 1. Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens.[...]
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When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. 2. Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera. Hold the camera with the lens facing down to prevent dust and debr[...]
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Be sure to hold the lens straight when attaching it. Note Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens. Do not use force when attaching a lens. A Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). When using the Mount Adaptor , refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor . If you wa[...]
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Remove any dust from the caps before attaching them. [22] How to Use Prepar i ng the camera Att achi ng a l ens Attaching the lens hood We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image. 1. Match the shape of the lens hood mounting part and lens head, and turn the lens hood clockwise until [...]
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[23] How to Use Prepar i ng the camera Att achi ng a l ens Notes on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. This camera i[...]
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[25] How to Use Confi r ming the oper at i on method C onfi r ming the oper at i on method Using the control wheel Y ou can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel. Y our selection is determined when you press on the center of the control wheel. The DISP (Display Setting), / (Drive Mode), and [...]
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2. Select the desired MENU item using the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press in the center of the control wheel. The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [T ile Menu] setting. 3. Select the desired setting item by pressing the up/down/left/right side on the contro[...]
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[27] How to Use Confi r ming the oper at i on method C onfi r ming the oper at i on method Using the Fn (Function) button Y ou can register frequently used functions to the Fn (function) button and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button. 1. Press the Fn button in shooting mode. 2[...]
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[28] How to Use Confi r ming the oper at i on method C onfi r ming the oper at i on method Using the "Quick Navi" Y ou 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 [For viewfinder]. 2. Press Fn [...]
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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 guide (A) to perform the settings. [29] How to Use Shooti ng Shooti ng s ti l l i mages/ movies Shooting still images Shoots still images. 1. Se[...]
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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 automatically , the focus indicator flashes and the beep d[...]
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1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. 2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note T o adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to ( Movie ). 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 butt[...]
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A vailable functions ( Auto Mode ): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product. 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[...]
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1. Set the mode dial to (Auto Mode) . 2. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Auto Mode] → [Intelligent Auto]. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial. 3. Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene app[...]
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When the camera recognizes a scene, scene recognition icon appears on the screen. If necessary , appropriate shooting function for the recognized scene and the number of times the shutter is released also appear . 4. Adjust the focus and shoot the image. When the camera shoots multiple images, it automatically chooses and saves the appropriate imag[...]
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Cont. Shooting , Slow Sync., Auto HDR, Daylight Sync., Slow Shutter , Hand-held T wilight Note When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait] , [Night Portrait] and [Infant] scenes are not recognized. [35] How to Use Shooti ng Sel ect i ng a shoot i ng mode The advantages of automatic shooting In [Superior Auto] mod[...]
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1. Set the mode dial to P ( Program Auto). 2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. Program Shift Y ou can change the shutter speed and aperture (F-value) combination by rotating the front/rear dial, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set by this product. This function is avai[...]
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(A) This part will not be shot. 4. Press the shutter button fully down. 5. Pan the camera to the end of the guide in the direction of the arrow on the monitor . (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 r[...]
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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. The Sweep Panorama shooting may be interrupted in t[...]
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Macro: Shoots close-ups of the subjects, such as flowers, insects, food, or small items. Landscape : Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Sunset : Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully . Night Scene : Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held T wilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise[...]
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Anti Motion Blur : Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur . The product shoots burst images and combines them to create the image, reducing subject blur and noise. Note In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower , so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from[...]
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Y ou can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter , or as a trailing image with low speed shutter . The shutter speed can be changed while recording movies. 1. Set the mode dial to S (Shutter Priority). 2. Select the desired value by [...]
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3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting 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 ima[...]
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The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The (SteadyShot warning) indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image[...]
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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. [43] How to Use Shooti ng Sel ect i ng a shoot i ng mode [...]
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When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial. 3. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Menu item details Program Auto : Allows you to shoot with the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) adjusted[...]
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zoom. When a lens other than a Power zoom lens is mounted: MENU → (Camera Settings ) → [Zoom] → desired value. [46] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Using t he zoom The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed o[...]
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Y ou cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies. When a power zoom lens is mounted, you cannot use [Zoom] under MENU. If you enlarge image past the optical zoom range, the product automatically switches to another [Zoom] function than the optical zoom. When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, [Metering Mode] is fixed to [Multi][...]
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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] When shooting full-size images [Zoom Setting] : [Optical zoom only (including smart zoom) ] [ Image Size] : L -×, M 1.5×, S 2× [Zoom Setting] : [On:ClearImage Zoom] [ Image Size] : L 2?[...]
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Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right- handed rotation. Note This function is available only with a power zoom lens whose operation direction is variable. [50] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Using t he f l ash Using flash (sold separately) In dark environments, use the flash to light up th[...]
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The corners of a recorded image may be shaded, depending on the lens. [51] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Using t he f l ash Flash Mode Y ou can set the flash mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Flash Off : The flash does not operate. Autoflash: The flash works in dark environments o[...]
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[52] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Using t he f l ash Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV . Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only . Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings)[...]
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for wireless flash shooting (controller/remote). HVL-F20M can be used as a clip-on, off-camera connected with a cable, and for wireless flash shooting (controller). Note The FEL lock cannot be set when a flash is not attached. If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are fix[...]
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No Disp. Info. Histogram Level For viewfinder * * [ For vi ewfi nder ] i s di spl ayed onl y on t he scr een. Some display modes are not available in the default settings.[...]
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T o change the display modes, press MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. In movie mode, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed. Hint Y ou can select different settings for both the viewfinder and the monitor . Look through the viewfinder to set the display set[...]
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DISP Button (Monitor) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the monitor using (Display Setting) in shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → desired setting → [Enter]. The items marked with are available. Menu item details Graphic Display : Shows basic shooting information. Grap[...]
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M: 5.1M 2768×1848 pixels S: 3.0M 2128×1416 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 10M 4240×2384 pixels M: 4.3M 2768×1560 pixels S: 2.6M 2128×1200 pixels When [APS-C Size Capture] is [On] Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2 L: 5.1M 2768×1848 pixels M: 3.0M 2128×1416 pixels S: 1.3M 1376×920 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio][...]
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Quality (still image) Selects the compression format of still images. 1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [ Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details R AW : File format: RA W (Records using the RA W compression format.) Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional[...]
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Sets the image size when shooting panoramic images. The image size varies depending on the [Panorama: Direction] setting. 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] Stan[...]
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Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF) (default setting): The product locks the focus when the focus adjustment is achieved. Use [Single-shot AF] when the subject is motionless. (Continuous AF): The product continues to fo[...]
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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 product automatically selects a focus area on which to focus. Center : Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used together with the AF lock function, you can compose the imag[...]
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3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. 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 f[...]
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4. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture. [66] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he f ocus Manual Focus When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually . 1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Focus Mode] → [Manual Focus]. 2. Rotate the focus ring to achieve sh[...]
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focus. When you rotate the focus ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. [68] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he f ocus MF Assist (still image) Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier . This works in Manual Focus or Di[...]
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Y ou 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. 3. Confirm the focus. 4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot [...]
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[71] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he f ocus Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily . 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Level] → desired setting. Menu item details High : Set[...]
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Red: Enhances outlines in red. Y ellow : Enhances outlines in yellow . White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white. [73] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he f ocus Pre-AF (still image) The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 1. MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [ Pre-AF][...]
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Hint [ Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA- EA4) (sold separately) are attached. [75] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he f ocus AF/MF control Y ou can easily switch the focusing mode from auto to manual and vice versa while shooting without changing your holding position. 1. Switch [...]
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halfway , until the focus is locked. 1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [ AF Illuminator] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Uses the AF illuminator . Off: Does not use the AF illuminator . Note Y ou cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations: In movie mode In [Sweep Panorama] mode When [Focus Mode] is set[...]
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It is recommended that you adjust the position under actual shooting conditions. When you attach a lens for which you have already registered a value, the registered value appears on the screen. [±0] appears for lenses for which a value has not yet been registered. If [−] is displayed as the value, then a total of 30 lenses have been registered [...]
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[79] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he f ocus AF w/ shutter (still image) Selects whether to focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway down. Select [Off] to adjust the focus and the exposure separately . 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ AF w/ shutter] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default [...]
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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 the button to which you have assigned the [Eye AF] function. 3. Press the shutter button while pressin[...]
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Note If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the product. [83] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he exposur e Exposure Comp. Y ou can adjust the exposure under MENU when the exposure compensation dial is set[...]
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is set to [ISO AUTO] . [84] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he exposur e Exposure compensation dial 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 [...]
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Menu item details Multi (default setting): Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering). Center : Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted metering). Spot : [...]
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3. Keep pressing the AEL button and focus on the subject again, then shoot the picture. Keep holding the AEL button down while taking a shot if you want to continue shooting with the fixed exposure. Release the button to reset the exposure. Hint If you select the [AEL toggle] function in [Custom Key Settings], you can lock the exposure without hold[...]
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[88] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he exposur e Exp.comp.set Sets whether to apply the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light, or just ambient light. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash (default setting): Applies the exp[...]
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Y ou can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. On (default setting): Displays the guide. [91] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Adjust i ng t he exposur e Exposure step Y ou can set the settin[...]
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Does not enable exposure compensation with the front or rear dial. Front dial / Rear dial : Enables exposure compensation with the front or rear dial. Note When the exposure compensation function is assigned to the front or rear dial, any function that had been assigned to that dial previously is re-assigned to another dial. When the exposure compe[...]
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Single Shooting (default setting): Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Spd Priority Cont.: Shoots images continuously at high speed while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer: Shoots an image after 10 or 2 seconds. Self-timer(Con[...]
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Spd Priority Cont. The product continues to shoot as long as the shutter button is pressed. Y ou can continuously shoot at a rate faster than that of [Cont. Shooting]. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Spd Priority Cont.]. Note The speed of continuous shooting is estimated using our criteria. The speed of continuous shooting may b[...]
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shutter button. Hint Press the / button of the control wheel to end the self-timer . Press the / button and select ( Single Shooting ) of the control wheel to release the self-timer . [98] How to Use Using shoot i ng f unct i ons Select i ng a dr i ve mode (Conti nuous shoot i ng/Sel f -t i mer) Self-timer(Cont) Continuously shoots the number of im[...]
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1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Cont. Bracket] . 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 3 Image (default setting): This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV . Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 5 Image : This s[...]
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Cont. Bracket: 3.0EV 5 Images : This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 3.0 EV . Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review . When [ISO AUT O] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUT O] is selected, the exposu[...]
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This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.5 EV . Single Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV . Single Bracket: 0.7EV 5 Image: This setting shoots a total of five images in a row with an exposure [...]
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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 wheel. Menu item details White Balance Bracket: Lo (default setting): Reco[...]
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[103] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Select i ng a dr i ve mode (Conti nuous shoot i ng/Sel f -t i mer) Bracket order Y ou can set the shooting order for exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Bracket order] → desired setting Menu item details 0→ → (default setting): Records in the follo[...]
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[Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ISO] is set to a value lower than ISO 100, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. When shooting movies, ISO values between ISO 100 and ISO 409600 are available. If the ISO[...]
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Y ou can change the automatically set range of ISO sensitivity in the [ISO AUT O] mode under [Multi Frame NR] . Select [ISO AUTO] under [ISO] and press the right side of the control wheel, and set the desired values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] . The values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] are also applied when shootin[...]
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Widens the range (gradation) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts with correct brightness (HDR: High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one 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. M[...]
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color tones on purpose for photographic expression. 1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [White Balance] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): The product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones. Daylight : The color tones are adjusted for the daylight. Shade : The color tones are adjusted for shad[...]
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Y ou can use the right side of the control wheel to display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color temperature as required. In [C.T emp./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[...]
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Picture Ef fect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. 1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Disables the [Picture Effect] function. T oy Camera : Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness. Pop Color : Creates [...]
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Illustration: Creates an illustration-like image by emphasizing the outlines. Hint Y ou can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the left/right side of the control wheel. [T oy Camera] [Posterization] [Partial Color] [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When [Partial Color] is selected, ima[...]
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and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the product adjusts the exposure. 1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Creative Style] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard (default setting): For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. Vivid: The saturation and contrast are he[...]
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For shooting images in sepia monotone. T o set [Contrast] , [Saturation] and [Sharpness] [Contrast] , [Saturation] and [Sharpness] can be adjusted for each [Creative Style] item. Select an item to be set by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel, then set the value using the top/bottom side of the control wheel. Contrast : The higher the[...]
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XA VC S/A VCHD recording format XA VC S: Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps * Records a more vivid movie compared to A VCHD with increased amounts of information. A VCHD: Bit-rate: Approx. 28Mbps * The A VCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of the data processed within a given lengt[...]
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Audio: AAC Y ou cannot create a disc using the software PlayMemories Home with a movie that was recorded when [ File Format] was set to [MP4] . [1 14] How to Use Usi ng shoot i ng f unct i ons Recording movi es Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit- rate, the higher the [...]
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30p 50M/ 25p 50M : Records high image quality movies at 1920 × 1080 (30p/25p). Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps (Ave.) 24p 50M (Only for 1080 60i compatible models): Records high image quality movies at 1920 × 1080 (24p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps (Ave.) 120p 50M * /100p 50M ** : Records 1280 × 720 size movies at[...]
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Bit-rate: Approx. 12 Mbps (Ave.) VGA 3M: Records movies of VGA size. Bit-rate: Approx. 3 Mbps (Ave.) * 1080 60i (NTSC) compatible device ** 1080 50i (P AL) compatible device Note 60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices. Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)] /[50p 28M(PS)] /[60i 24M(FX)]/ [50i 24M(FX)] / [24p 24M(FX)] / [25p 24[...]
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Note When [ Record Setting] for an XA VC S movie is set to [60p] /[50p] or [120p]/[100p], [ Record Setting] for an A VCHD movie is set to [60p] /[50p], or [ File Format] is set to [MP4] , the [Dual Video REC] function is set to [Of f]. If you select [Date View] in [View Mode] when playing back movies, XA VC S movies and MP4 movies, or A VCHD movies[...]
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Center : Sets whether or not to display the center marker in the center of the shooting screen. Off (default setting) / On Aspect : Sets the aspect marker display . Off (default setting) / 4:3 / 13:9 / 14:9 / 15:9 / 1.66:1 / 1.85:1 / 2.35:1 Safety Zone : Sets the safety zone display . This becomes the standard range that can be received by a genera[...]
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[1 19] How to Use Usi ng shoot i ng f unct i ons Recording movi es Audio Level Display Sets whether to display the audio level on the screen. 1. MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [Audio Level Display] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Displays the audio level. Off: Does not display the audio level. Note The audio level is [...]
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Note Regardless of the [Audio Rec Level] settings, the limiter always operates. [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to Movie. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (Microphone) terminal input. Hint When you record audio movies with loud volumes, set [Audio Rec Level] to a l[...]
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On: Reduces wind noise. Off (default setting): Does not reduce wind noise. Note Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing suf ficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. [123] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i on[...]
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Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting. Menu item details Always (default setting): Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only : Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] m[...]
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Example setting of natural color tone using the ITU709 gamma PP4: Example setting of a color tone faithful to the [ITU709] standard PP5: Example setting using [Cine1] gamma PP6: Example setting using [Cine2] gamma PP7: Example setting using [S-Log2] gamma Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level. (–15 to +15) Gamma Selects a [...]
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Knee Sets knee point and slope for video signal compression to prevent over-exposure by limiting signals in high intensity areas of the subject to the dynamic range of your camera. When selecting [Still] , [Cine1] , [Cine2] , [Cine3] , [Cine4] , [ITU709(800%)], [S-Log2] in [Gamma], [Knee] is set to [Off] if [Mode] is set to [Auto] . T o use functio[...]
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Sets the color phase. (-7 to +7) Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase. This function is more ef fective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side. This function is [...]
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Note Since the parameters are shared for movie and still images, adjust the value when you change the shooting mode. If you print RA W images with shooting settings, the following settings are not reflected. Black Level Black Gamma Knee Color Depth If you change [Gamma] , the available ISO value range changes. There may be more noise in dark parts [...]
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Auto : The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. [127] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Customiz i ng the shoot i ng f unct i ons f or conveni ent use Memory Allows you to register up to 2 often-used modes or product settings in the product. Y ou can recall the settings using just the mode dial. 1. Set the product to the setti[...]
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Function Menu Set. Y ou 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 functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [129] How to Use Using s hooti ng f unct i ons Customizi ng[...]
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[131] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Customiz i ng the shoot i ng f unct i ons f or conveni ent use Function of the focus hold button Allows you to assign a function to the focus hold button on the lens. 1. MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Focus Hold Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigne[...]
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[134] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Customiz i ng the shoot i ng f unct i ons f or conveni ent use Function of the Custom button Once you assign a function to the Custom button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the Custom button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings ) → [Custom [...]
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The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [137] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Customiz i ng the shoot i ng f unct i ons f or conveni ent use Function of the right button Once you assign a function to the right button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the right button when the sho[...]
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Menu item details SS F/no.: The front dial is used to change the shutter speed and the rear dial to change the aperture value. F/no. SS (default setting): The front dial is used to change the aperture value and the rear dial to change the shutter speed. Note The [Dial Setup] function is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” [140] How to[...]
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T ips for capturing smiles more effectively Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. T ry to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth are shown. If yo[...]
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1. MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [ Soft Skin Ef fect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function. On: Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect] . Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the ef fect level. [142] How to Use Using s hooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f[...]
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2. Select a face to change the order of priority . 3. Select the destination. [144] How to Use Usi ng shoot i ng funct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unct i ons of t hi s produc t Face Registration (Delete) Deletes a registered face. 1. MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [Face Registration] → [Delete] . If you select [Delete All] , you can delete all[...]
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[146] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unct i ons of t hi s produc t Auto Obj. Framing (still image) When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are tracked by [Lock-on AF], the product automatically trims the image into an appropriate composition, and then saves it. Both the o[...]
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On (default setting): Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [SteadyShot] to [Off] when using a tripod. Note Y ou cannot set [SteadyShot] when you are using an A-mount lens (sold separately), or when the name of the attached lens does not contain the letters “OSS,” such as “E16mm F2.8.” [148] How to Use[...]
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1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ High ISO NR] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal (default setting): Activates high ISO noise reduction normally . Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately . Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. Note [ High ISO NR] is not available i[...]
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applications or printers that do not support Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on this product or non- Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images are displayed with low saturation. [151] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unct i ons of t hi s produc t Grid Line Sets whether the grid line [...]
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time. If you perform a magnifying operation during Auto Review , you can check that image using the magnified scale. Off: Does not display the Auto Review . Note When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image. The DISP (Display Setti[...]
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Hint When you use a third-party flash, such as a studio flash, Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings. When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF] , Live View Display will be displayed brightly , so that you can easily check the composition. [154] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unc[...]
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Does not release the shutter when a lens is not attached. Note Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. [156] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he othe[...]
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[White Balance] is set to [Custom Setup] [Face Registration] Y ou cannot select [ Silent Shooting] when the mode dial is set to other than P/A/S/M. When [ Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting/ Auto HDR/ Picture Effect/ Picture Profile / Long Exposure NR/ e-Front Curtain Shut. /S. Auto Img. Extra[...]
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Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in [Superior Auto]. 1. MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [S. Auto Img. Extract.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Saves one appropriate image selected by the product. Off: Saves all of the images. Note Even if you set [S. Auto Img. Extract.] to [Of f[...]
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[160] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unct i ons of t hi s produc t Shading Comp. Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1. MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [Lens Comp.] → [Shading Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Compensates fo[...]
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[162] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unct i ons of t hi s produc t Distortion Comp. Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1. MENU → ( Custom Settings ) → [Lens Comp.] → [Distortion Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto : Compensates for distortion of[...]
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Hint Y ou can release the locked dial/control wheel by holding the Fn (Function) button down. [164] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unct i ons of t hi s produc t Deactivate Monitor When you press the key to which the [Deactivate Monitor] function is assigned, [Live View Display] is switched to [Setting Ef fect OFF] ,[...]
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Although you can change the aperture value during the preview , the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. [166] How to Use Usi ng shooti ng f unct i ons Sett i ng t he other f unct i ons of t hi s produc t Shot. Result Preview With the monitor or viewfinder , you may see an image w[...]
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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 not be played back correctly . T o play back images shot using other devices, register those images to the image database file using MENU → [Setup] → [Recover Image DB] . [168] How to Use Vie[...]
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T o return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel. T o 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 the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or fold[...]
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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. [172] How to Use Viewing Del et i ng images Deleting multiple selected images Y ou can delete multiple selected images. 1. MENU → (Playback ) → [Delete] → desired setting. Menu item [...]
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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. T o play back movies, press on the center . A vailable operations during movie playback Y ou can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottom side of the contr[...]
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T o pause playback, press on the center again. T o return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU key . Note Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly . [175] How to Use Viewing Pr i nti ng Specify Printing Y ou can specify in advance on the memory ca[...]
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Y ou cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: Movies RA W images [176] How to Use Viewing Usi ng vi ewi ng func ti ons V iew 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(Still) : Displays only still images.[...]
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Manual: The image is displayed according to the orientation information of the image. Y ou can rotate the image using the rotation function. Off: Always displays in landscape orientation. [178] How to Use Viewing Usi ng vi ewi ng func ti ons Slide Show Automatically plays back images continuously . 1. MENU → (Playback ) → [Slide Show] → desir[...]
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2. Press on the center of the control wheel. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press on the center . If you rotate the image once, the image remains rotated even after the product is turned off. Note Y ou cannot rotate the movies. Y ou may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated im[...]
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Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. [181] How to Use Viewing Usi ng vi ewi ng func ti ons 4K Still Image PB Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 1. T urn off this product and the TV . 2. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of th[...]
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V iewing images on an HD TV T o view images stored on this product using a TV , an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required. 1. T urn off both 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. T urn on the TV and [...]
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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 Output] to [Off]. [183] How to Use Viewing Viewi ng i mages on a TV V iewing images on a “BRA VIA” Sync-compatible TV By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRA VIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separate[...]
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[184] How to Use Changing set t i ngs Set up menu Monitor Brightness Y ou 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 outdoo[...]
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[186] How to Use Changing set t i ngs Set up menu Finder Color T emp. Adjusts the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder . 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Finder Color T emp.] → 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 col[...]
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On (default setting): Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. [189] How to Use Changing s ett i ngs Set up menu Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Ey[...]
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Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. When the upload function is set to [Of f], the indicator will be displayed on the product. Power save mode will not function during uploading. If (error) is displayed, remove the memory card and reinsert it, or turn the product off and then on again. If the indicator appears [...]
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Off (default setting): Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. [192] How to Use Changing set t i ngs Set up menu Delete confirm. Y ou 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 : [D[...]
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Pwr Save Start T ime Y ou can set time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode. T o return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Pwr Save Start T ime] → desired setting. Menu item details 30 Min/5 Min/ 2 Min/1 Min (default setting)/ 10 Sec Note T urn off the [...]
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Allows you to clean the image sensor . 1. Confirm that the battery has been charged sufficiently . 2. MENU → (Setup ) → [Cleaning Mode] → [Enter] 3. T urn off the product following the instructions on the screen. 4. Detach the lens. 5. Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. 6. Attach the lens. Note A blower[...]
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On: The movie playback demonstration starts automatically if the product is not operated for about one minute. Only protected A VCHD movies are played back. Set the view mode to [A VCHD View] , and protect the movie file with the oldest recorded date and time. Off (default setting): Does not show the demonstration. Note Y ou can set this item only [...]
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Sets whether or not to record the time as a user bit. How to set the time code (TC Preset) 1. MENU → ( Setup ) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Preset], then press in the center of the control wheel. 2. T urn the control wheel and select the first two digits. The time code can be set between the following range. When [60i] is selected: 00:00:00:00 to[...]
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Records the time code in Non-Drop Frame format. * The time code is based on 30 frames per second. However , a gap between the actual time and the time code will occur during extended periods of recording as the frame frequency of the NTSC image signal is approximately 29.97 frames per second. Drop frame corrects this gap to make the time code and a[...]
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RMT -DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) and RMT -DSLR2 (sold separately). Refer also to the operating instructions for the Wireless Remote Commander . 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Remote Ctrl] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Allows Wireless Remote Commander operation. Off (default setting): Does not allow Wireless Remote Comma[...]
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[201] How to Use Changing set t i ngs Set up menu 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) Sets the output format when connecting via HDMI and [ Record Setting] is set to [60p 28M(PS)] , [24p 24M(FX)], [24p 17M(FH)], [60p 50M] or [24p 50M]. 1. MENU → ( Setup ) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] → [1080p]. 2. MENU → [...]
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[203] How to Use Changing set t i ngs Set up menu HDMI Info. Display Selects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 1. MENU → ( Setup ) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Info. Display] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Displays the shooti[...]
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recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. [205] How to Use Changing s ett i ngs Set up menu REC Control (movie) If you connect the camera to an external recorder , you can remotely command the recorder to start/stop recording using the camera. 1. MENU → ( Setup ) → [HDMI Settings] → [ REC Control] → desired setting. Menu i[...]
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Menu item details Off (default setting): 4K video is not output. 24p (Only for 1080 60i compatible models): 4K video is output in 24p format. 30p/25p : 4K video is output in 30p/25p format. Note When outputting 4K video, you cannot record movies on the recording medium. When outputting 4K video, the counter on the screen does not increase. When out[...]
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enabled for use. PC Remote : Uses “Remote Camera Control” to control this product from the computer , including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer . Note 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[...]
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Sets the date and time again. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Date/T ime Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings : Selects Daylight Savings [On]/ [Off]. Date/Time : Sets the date and time. Date Format : Selects the date and time display format. [21 1] How to Use Changi ng set t i ngs Setup menu Area Setting Sets the area where you [...]
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[213] How to Use Changing set t i ngs Set up menu File Number Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded still images or MP4 movies. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series (default setting): Even if you change the recording destination folder or change the memory card, the product continues to assig[...]
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Creates a new folder on the memory card to which still images or MP4 movies are recorded. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used. Images are recorded in the newly created folder . A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies that have the same number are created at the same ti[...]
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If image files were processed on a computer , problems may occur in the image database file. In such cases, the images on the memory card will not be played back on this product. If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB] . 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter] . Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack[...]
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1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Certification Logo]. [221] How to Use Changing set t i ngs Set up menu Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset] , the recorded images are retained. 1. MENU → (Setup ) → [Setting Reset] → desired setting. Menu item details Camera Settings Reset: Initializes the main[...]
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[223] How to Use Usi ng W i- Fi func ti ons Connect i ng thi s product and a Smartphone Connecting an Android smartphone to this product 1. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. 2. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT -xxxx: xxxx). 3. Input the password that is displayed on this product. The smartphone is connected to the product.[...]
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2. Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product. 3. Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to the “SSID” shown on this product. 4. Return to the “Home” screen and launch PlayMemories Mobile.[...]
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[225] How to Use Usi ng W i- Fi func ti ons Connect i ng thi s product and a Smartphone Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] Y ou can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the product. If the application you call up has a feature that works with the smart[...]
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3. Check the composition of the image on the smartphone screen, and then press the shutter button (A) on the smartphone to shoot an image. Use button (B) to change settings such as [EV], [Self-T imer] and [Review Check]. Note When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller , the monitor of the product becomes darker . Also, you can[...]
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The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the screen. 3. T ouch the product to the smartphone. The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone. T ouch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that [...]
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Y ou can transfer still images to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → ( Wireless ) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear . 2. If the product is r[...]
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connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → [Wireless] → [SSID/PW Reset] . After resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. [229] How to Use Usi n[...]
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NFC to connect the product and the smartphone. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various 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-[...]
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2. MENU → ( Wireless ) → [Send to Computer]. Note Depending on the application settings of your computer , the product will turn off after saving the images to your computer . Y ou can transfer images from the product to only one computer at a time. If you want to transfer images to another computer , connect the product and the computer via a [...]
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Selects from [All] and [All in Folder] . Date View : Selects from [All] and [All in Date Rng.] . Interval: Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects *: Select from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size : Select from [HD] and [4K]. * The settings are effective only for BRA VIA TV which is compatible with the functions. Note Y ou can use this function o[...]
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2. Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register . Note [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WP A or WP A2 and your access point supports the WPS button method. If the security setting is set to WEP or your access point does not support the WPS button method, perform [Access Point Set.]. For d[...]
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3. Input the password, and select [OK]. Access points without the mark do not require a password. 4. Select [OK]. How to use the keyboard 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 on the center of the control wh[...]
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more items. 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] to [Manual], enter the IP addr[...]
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[237] How to Use Usi ng W i- Fi func ti ons Changi ng the s ett i ngs of Wi- Fi f unct i ons 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. [...]
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[240] How to Use Adding appl i c ati ons to t he pr oduct Pl ayMem or i es Camera Apps Recommended computer environment For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, use to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website ( www .sony .net/pmca/ ) [241] How to Use Ad[...]
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[243] How to Use Adding appl i c ati ons to t he pr oduct I nst al l i ng t he appl i cat i ons Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function Y ou can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer . 1. MENU → (Application ) → Application List → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then foll[...]
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applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed. [245] How to Use Adding appl i c ati ons to t he pr oduct Managing t he appl i cat i ons Uninstalling applications Y ou can uninstall applications from this product. 1. MENU → (Application ) → Application List → [Appli[...]
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The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1. MENU → (Application ) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Display Account Information]. [248] How to Use Viewing on computer s Recomm ended computer envi r onment Recommended computer environment Y ou can confirm [...]
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[250] How to Use Viewing on computer s Usi ng t he sof twar e Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using the Internet browser on your computer , go to the following URL and install PlayMemories Home. www .sony .net/pm/ Proceed the installation by following the instructions on the screen. When installation is completed, PlayMemories Home starts up. If PM[...]
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[251] How to Use Viewing on computer s Usi ng t he sof twar e Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www .sony .co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Wireless Auto Import “Wireless Auto Import” is required if you are using a Mac computer and want to import images to the computer using Wi-Fi function. [...]
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Note Log on as Administrator . [254] How to Use Viewing on computer s Usi ng t he sof twar e Accessing “Image Data Converter Guide” Windows: [Start] → [All Programs] → [Image Data Converter] → [Help] → [Image Data Converter V er .4]. For Windows 8, start [Image Data Converter V er .4] , and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Image Dat[...]
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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/ [257] How to Use Viewing on computer s Usi ng t he sof twar e Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control Windows: [Start] → [All Programs] → [Remote Camera Control] → [Remote Camera Control H[...]
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[259] How to Use Viewing on computer s Connect i ng t hi s produc t and a computer Importing images to the computer PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. For details on PlayMemories Home functions, see the Help of PlayMemories Home. Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home (For Windows) When the AutoPlay Wiza[...]
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1. Click (Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device) on the taskbar . 2. Click the displayed message. Note For Mac computers, drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon in the “T rash” icon. The product is disconnected from the computer . For Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnect icon may not appear . In that case, you can [...]
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DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL : Non-rewritable DVD-RW/DVD+R W : Rewritable Always maintain your “PlayStation 3” to use the latest version of the “PlayStation 3” system software. “PlayStation 3” may not be available in some countries/regions. [262] How to Use Viewing on computer s Creat i ng a movi e dis c Selecting the disc creation method Y ou [...]
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Y ou can also create discs using a Blu-ray recorder , etc. Depending on which device you use, the types of disc that can be created vary . Blu-ray recorder: High-definition image quality (HD) Standard definition image quality (STD) HDD recorder , etc: Standard definition image quality (STD) Note When creating A VCHD discs using PlayMemories Home fr[...]
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http://support.d-imaging.sony .co.jp/BDUW/ T o install, your computer must be connected to the Internet. For detailed operations, see the Help of PlayMemories Home. Note T o play back a Blu-ray Disc that was created using movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)] / [50p 28M(PS)], you must use a device that is compliant with A VCHD format V er . 2.0. [265] H[...]
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On operating temperatures Y our product is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended. On moisture condensation If the product is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the p[...]
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DVD-based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible with the A VCHD format. Also, DVD-based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs that are recorded using the A VCHD format. On the monitor and lens The monitor is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 [...]
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Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack into the product, or connect the product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. [267] How to Use Precaut i ons/ Thi s pr oduct Pr ecaut i ons Notes on the battery pack Charging th[...]
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insert it in the product immediately before you start shooting. If there are any metal objects such as keys in your pocket, be careful of causing a short-circuit. The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the flash or zoom frequently . We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the actual shots. Do not e[...]
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conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. [268] How to Use Precaut i ons/ Thi s pr oduct Pr ecaut i ons Battery pack and battery charger Charging the battery pack The charging time differs depending on the remaining battery charge and the charging conditions. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient temperature of b[...]
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The battery life is limited. If you use the same battery pack repeatedly , or use the same battery pack for a long period, the battery capacity decreases gradually . If the available time of the battery pack shortens significantly , it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies between different battery pac[...]
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Memory card Memory card Card T ype Indications in Help Guide Memory Stick PRO Duo media (Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media/Memory Stick PRO Duo media/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media) SD card (SD memory card/SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card) Memory Stick PRO Duo media and SD cards up to 64 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this product. When [...]
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Do not expose the memory card to water . Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it. Do not insert a memory card that does not fit the memory card slot. Doing so will cause a malfunction. Do[...]
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[271] How to Use Precaut i ons/ Thi s pr oduct Cl eani ng thi s product On cleaning Cleaning the lens Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner , or benzine. When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust with a commercially available blower . In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth o[...]
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[ Image Size]: [L: 12M] When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]* Standard 2GB: 445 images 4GB: 890 images 8GB: 1800 images 16GB: 3600 images 32GB: 7200 images 64GB: 14000 images Fine 2GB: 325 images 4GB: 650 images 8GB: 1300 images 16GB: 2650 images 32GB: 5300 images 64GB: 10500 images Extra fine 2GB: 180 images 4GB: 370 images 8GB: 750 images 16GB: 1[...]
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indicator appears. When an image shot with other products is played back on this product, the image may not appear in the actual image size. [273] How to Use Precaut i ons/ Thi s pr oduct Number of r ecor dabl e st i l l i mages and recor dabl e t i me of movies Recordable time of movies The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times[...]
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120p 50M 100p 50M 2GB: - 4GB: - 8GB: - 16GB: - 32GB: - 64GB: 2 h 35 m [ File Format]:[A VCHD] 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 20 m 8GB: 40 m 16GB: 1 h 30 m 32GB: 3 h 64GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 5 m 64GB: 8 h 15 m 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS) 2GB: 9 m 4GB: 15 m 8GB: 35 m 16GB: 1 h 15 m 32GB: 2[...]
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2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 64GB: 8 h [ File Format]:[MP4] 1440×1080 12M 2GB: 20 m 4GB: 40 m 8GB: 1 h 20 m 16GB: 2 h 45 m 32GB: 5 h 30 m 64GB: 1 1 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 produc[...]
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Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. [275] How to Use Precaut i ons/ Thi s pr oduct Usi ng t hi s produc t abr oad On TV color systems T o view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use the same color television system. Check the TV color system for the country o[...]
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Note Y ou may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. Y ou cannot use the AF illuminator when using an A-mount lens. The sound of the lens and the product in operation may be recorded during movie recording. Y ou can turn the sound off by sele[...]
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LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full size shooting: Not available. Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF , which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF Select: Lenses that do not support Direct manual focus: Can be change[...]
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AF system: Contrast AF AF/MF Select: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens. Focus Mode : Single-shot AF * When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. (Approximately two to seven seconds slower (for shooting based on the Sony measurement conditions). This may vary depend[...]
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A vailable focus area Wide: The product automatically selects a focus area from among 15 areas. Center : The product uses the focus area located in the center area exclusively . Flexible Spot : Y ou can select a focus area from 15 areas using the control wheel. [281] How to Use Precaut i ons/ Thi s pr oduct Other i nf ormati on V ertical grip Y ou [...]
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[282] How to Use Precaut i ons/ Thi s pr oduct Other i nf ormati on 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 to inform you of the following. Please read[...]
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T rademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , , Memory Stick, , Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo, , Memory Stick PRO Duo, , Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, , Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, , Memory Stick Micro, , MagicGate, PhotoTV HD, InfoLITHIUM, PlayMemories Online, PlayMemories Online logo, PlayMemories Ho[...]
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Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download. Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available. Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi Inc . In addition, sys[...]
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Y ou cannot turn on the product. After inserting the battery pack into the product, it may take a few moments for the product to power up. Make sure that the battery pack is inserted correctly . The battery pack will discharge by itself even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack before use. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. [287] T r o[...]
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Batteries which have not been used for more than a year may have deteriorated. This phenomenon occurs when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location. The optimum temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). [290] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Bat t ery pack and power T[...]
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LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Check the free capacity of the memory card. Y ou cannot record images while charging the flash. The lens is not attached properly . Attach the lens properly . The [Self-timer] is activated. [294] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Shoot i ng st i l l i mages/movies Recording takes a long t[...]
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[297] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Shoot i ng st i l l i mages/movies The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. [298] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Shoot i ng st i l l i mages/movies The date and time are recorded [...]
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[301] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Shoot i ng st i l l i mages/movies Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. The product is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the monitor under conditions of low illumination. There is no ef fect on the recorded image. [302] T r ou[...]
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[305] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Shoot i ng st i l l i mages/movies The image is not clear in the viewfinder . Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter-adjustment dial. [306] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Shoot i ng st i l l i mages/movies The image is whitish (Flare)./Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghos[...]
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use of a tripod or the flash is recommended. [Hand-held T wilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] are also effective in reducing blur . [309] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Shoot i ng st i l l i mages/movies The LCD screen darkens after a short period of time passed. If you do not operate the product for a certain period of t[...]
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[312] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Viewi ng i mages The date and time are not displayed. The screen display is set to display images only . Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control wheel to display the information. [313] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Viewi ng i mages The image cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection. [314[...]
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Place the product closer to the wireless access point. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product depending on the access point settings. Refer to the instruction manual of the wireless access point. [317] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Wi - F i [WPS Push] does not work. [WPS Push] may not work depending on the access poin[...]
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Smartphone] may be canceled halfway . Charge the battery pack and try again. [321] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Wi - F i The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly ./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. Data communication between this product and the smartphone may fail d[...]
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Disconnect all equipment other than this product, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals of your computer . Connect this product directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device. [324] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Computer s Y ou cannot import images. Connect this product and your computer correctly[...]
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All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. Y ou cannot restore the data. [328] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Pr i nt i ng Y ou cannot print images. RA W images cannot be printed. T o print RA W images, first convert them to JPEG images using “Image Data Converter .” [329] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Pr i n[...]
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Y ou cannot print images with the date. If you want to print images with the date, use [Print Setting] under [Specify Printing]. Y ou can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software. Using PlayM[...]
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[335] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Ot hers The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two images at a time. This is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on the image when you shoot a JPEG image. [336] T r oubl eshoot i ng T roubl es hooti ng Ot hers The product does not [...]
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internal rechargeable backup battery . Power insufficient. The cleaning mode will not operate when the remaining battery charge is less than (3). We recommend using the AC Adaptor AC-PW20 when using cleaning mode. Unable to use memory card. Format? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [Enter], and the[...]
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Unable to print. Y ou tried to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark. Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool. The product has become hot because you have been shooting continuously . T urn the power off. Cool the product and wait until the product is ready to shoot again. Y ou have been recording images for a long time, the product temperature has risen.[...]
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The product cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change the shooting mode, then shoot the images again. Low light conditions Sweep Panorama Lock-on AF Overly bright conditions Lock-on AF V arying levels of brightness Lock-on AF Flickering [...]