Sony DSLR-A390 Instruction Manual

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    Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on a computer Printing images Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A390 A-mount ®
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    Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSLR-A390 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
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    this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSLR-A390 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address:16530 Via Esprillo
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    in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful service or guarantee documents. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific
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    help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over
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    cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. 6
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    do not affect the images in any way. To deal with such issues that may appear in Live View mode, you may reduce the effect by using the "Pixel mapping" function (page 156). Black, white, red, blue and green points • Do not hold the camera by taking hold of the LCD monitor. • Do
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    On the data specifications described in this Instruction Manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions, except as described in this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a fully charged battery pack. 8
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    on using your camera 7 Checking the accessories supplied 13 Preparing the battery pack 14 Attaching a lens 20 Inserting a memory card 22 Preparing the camera 25 Using the accessories supplied 27 Checking Taking moving-subject photos 53 Taking sunset photos 54 Taking night view photos 55 9
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    the focus method to suit the movement of the subject (Autofocus mode 78 Selecting the focus area (AF area 79 Adjusting the focus manually (Manual focus 80 Zooming in in one step 81 Using the flash 82 Performing wireless flash shooting 85 Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure
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    Adjusting the white balance to suit a specific light source (Auto/Preset white balance quality 116 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 118 Changing the noise reduction setting monitor 124 Confirming the version of the camera 126 Resetting to the default 127 Viewing images
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    Others Specifications 148 Troubleshooting 152 Warning messages 162 Precautions 165 Index 167 12
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    ) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NPFH50 (1) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) 13
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    "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Push the battery pack until it clicks. 14
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    2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). Light on: Charging Light off: Normal charge completed One hour after the lamp is turned off: Full charge completed For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For
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    and remove the battery pack from the battery charger. If you leave the charged battery pack on the charger, battery life may be decreased. • Do not charge any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" H series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera. Batteries other than the
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    Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the
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    Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Buy a new battery pack. 18
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    the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong
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    supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. When you store the lens without attaching it to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with this
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    them, remove dust from them. • When you purchase the DT 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 SAM Lens Kit, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55 also. Lens release button Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the image sensor (the part
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    this camera. The "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are referred to as the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and the SD memory card and SDHC memory card are referred to as the "SD memory card" in this Instruction Manual. 1 Open the memory card cover. 2 Insert "Memory Stick
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    the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. The data may be corrupted. you carry or store the memory card, put it in the case supplied with it. • Do not expose the memory card to water. • Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with
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    and "Memory Stick PRO" media Unavailable with your camera * This is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera. * Supports high-speed
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    for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select each item
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    5 Verify that [OK] is selected, then press the center of the control button. To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. To set up the date/time again MENU button t 2 t [Date/Time setup] 26
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    Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 14) • Battery charger (page 14) • Power cord (mains lead) (not
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    the viewfinder may be activated depending on the situation, and the focus may be adjusted or the LCD monitor may continue to flash. In such cases, turn off both [Eye-Start AF] (page 67) and [Auto off w/ VF] (page 125). 28
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    The number of images that can be recorded on a memory card The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions
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    SD memory card (Units: Images) Size Capacity 2GB Standard 537 Fine 385 The number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the
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    Preparing the camera Cleaning Cleaning the LCD monitor Wipe the screen surface with a commercially available LCD cleaning kit to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens • When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust using a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the
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    (sold separately) is recommended. • Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body. 1 Confirm that the battery is fully charged (page 18). 2 Press the MENU button, then select 3 with b/B on the control button. MENU button 3 Select [Cleaning mode] with
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    to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. • When cleaning the image sensor, do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount. 7 Attach the lens and turn the camera off. Note • The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning. Stop cleaning immediately
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    See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Front side A Shutter button (47) B Power switch (25) C Control dial (60, 121) D Self-timer lamp (98) E Lens contacts* F Remote sensor G Mirror* H Mount I Built-in flash* (82) J Image sensor position mark (77) K Mode dial (47 - 66
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    Rear side Before your operation A Auto-lock Accessory Shoe (85) B Viewfinder* (67) C MENU button (41) D Eyepiece sensors (67, 125) E LCD monitor (37, 43, 102, 106) F Light sensor (124) G Diopter-adjustment dial (68) H LIVE
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    (27) I DC IN terminal • When connecting the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camera, turn the camera off, then plug the connector of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN terminal on the camera. J Battery cover (17) K Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32
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    indicators in viewfinder mode, see page 70. Before your operation A Display ×1.4 Indication Remaining battery (18) Smart teleconverter (81) Image quality (117) Image size (116)/Aspect ratio (116) Memory card (22) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (29) White balance (Preset, Custom
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    C Display z 1/125 F3.5 Indication Focus (76) Shutter speed (61) Aperture (59) EV scale (64, 100) Camera shake warning (45) SteadyShot scale (45) To switch the recording information display Each time you press DISP on the control button, the screen changes as
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    z: Press the center button to execute the selection. In this Instruction Manual, the process of selecting a function with the control button from an operation guide of control button functions will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. Please refer to the guide when operating the camera. The
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    . For example, to change , select with v/V, adjust the value to +/- with b/B, then press the center z to execute. Operation guide The operation guide list The operation guide also indicates operations other than the control button operation. The indications of icons are as follows. MENU button
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    (103) The functions selected by the MENU button You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. Recording menu Image size 67) Ctrl dial setup (121) 1 Red eye reduc. (84) Auto review (124) Auto off w/ VF (125) 41
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    (102) Setup menu LCD brightness (124) Power Save (LV) (122) 1 Power Save (OVF) (122) CTRL FOR HDMI (114) Display Color (122) Help Guide disp. (122) USB connection (130, 145) Audio signals (122) 3 Pixel mapping (156) Cleaning mode (32) Version (126) Reset default (127) Date/Time
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    Shooting images Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor to meet various shooting situations. You can shoot from various shooting positions. Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle. Low position High position Shooting images 43
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    image. To reduce camera shake, follow the instructions below. Correct posture Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the camera from moving. In Live View mode In viewfinder mode Point 1 One hand holds the grip of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens. Point 2 Take
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    upper body by placing your elbow on your knee. Camera shake warning indicator Due to potential camera shake, the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes. In this case, use a tripod or the flash. (Camera shake warning) indicator Note • The (Camera shake warning) indicator is displayed only in the
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    following cases, we recommend that you mount the camera on a tripod. • Shooting without a flash under dark conditions. • Shooting with slow shutter speeds, which are typically used in night-time shooting. • Shooting a close subject, such as in macro shooting. • Shooting with a telescopic lens
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    are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.). You can clear the Help Guide (page 122). 1 Set the mode Camera shake warning) indicator flashes, carefully shoot the subject, holding the camera steady, or by using a tripod. Focus area (Camera shake warning) indicator 4 When using a zoom lens
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    the (SteadyShot scale) indicator becomes low makes the SteadyShot function more effective. Focus indicator (SteadyShot scale) indicator Note • Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function, many features will be unavailable, such as exposure compensation, ISO setting. If you want to
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    mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.). You can clear the Help Guide (page 122). Note • The camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function, many features will be unavailable
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    (Portrait). Shooting techniques • To blur the background more, set the lens to the telephoto position. • You can shoot a vivid image by focusing on the eye that is closer to the lens. • Use the lens hood (sold separately) to shoot backlit subjects. • Use the red-eye
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    of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Set the mode dial to (Landscape). Shooting techniques • To accentuate the openness of the scenery, set the lens to wide angle. • Set the flash mode to (Fill-flash) when you shoot with the flash (page 82). 51
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    the mode dial to (Macro). Shooting techniques • Get close to the subject and shoot at the minimum distance of the lens. • You can shoot a closer subject using a macro lens (sold separately). • Set the flash mode to (Flash Off) when you shoot a subject within 1 m (3.3 feet). • When shooting in macro
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    This mode is suitable for z Shooting moving subjects outdoors or in bright places. Set the mode dial to (Sports Action). Shooting techniques • The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. • Press and hold the shutter button halfway down until the right moment. • Set the
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    Taking sunset photos This mode is suitable for z Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully. Set the mode dial to (Sunset). Shooting techniques • Used to shoot an image accentuating the red color compared with other modes. This is also suitable for shooting the beautiful red of the sunrise. • Set
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    blurring. • The shutter speed is slower, so using a tripod is recommended. Note • The picture may not be taken properly when shooting a wholly dark night scene. 55
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    the way you want it (Exposure mode) With a single lens reflex camera, you can adjust the shutter speed (how long the shutter out of focus. These are a few of the effects you can enjoy with your camera (pages 59, 61). Adjusting the shutter speed and aperture not only creates the photographic effects
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    Shooting images When you turn the mode dial, the explanation of the selected mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.). You can clear the Help Guide (page 122). 57
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    Shooting with program auto This mode is suitable for z Using the automatic exposure, while keeping the custom settings for ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer, etc. 1 Set the mode dial to P. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings (pages 75 to 101). • Set the flash mode
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    Shooting images Shooting by controlling the blur of the background (Aperture priority) This mode is suitable for z Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur everything in front of and beyond the subject. Opening the aperture narrows the range that is in focus. (Depth of field becomes shallower.)
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    correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained the shutter speed flashes. In such cases, adjust the aperture again. Aperture (F- the background more, use a telephoto lens or a lens that is equipped with a smaller apperture value (bright lens). • Set the flash mode to
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    Shooting images Shooting a moving subject with various expressions (Shutter speed priority) This mode is suitable for z Shooting a moving subject at a moment in time. Use a faster shutter speed to crisply shoot an instant of the movement. z Tracing the movement to express the dynamism and flow. Use
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    . The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected shutter speed, the aperture value flashes. In such cases, adjust the shutter speed again. Shutter speed Aperture (F-number) Shooting techniques
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    Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually (Manual exposure) This mode is suitable for z Shooting with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. Shooting images 1 Set the mode
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    is beyond the range of the EV scale. The arrow starts flashing if the difference becomes greater. Standard value Notes • The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode. • When the mode dial is set to M, the ISO setting [AUTO] is set to [100]. In M mode, the ISO
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    Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB) This mode is suitable for z Shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. z Shooting trails of stars. 1 Set the mode dial to M. 2 Rotate the control dial to the left until [BULB] is indicated. Shooting images 3 While pressing the button, rotate the control
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    As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open. Shooting techniques • Use a tripod. • Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks, etc. • Use the wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) (page 101). Pressing the SHUTTER button on the Remote Commander
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    AF function MENU button t 1 t [Eye-Start AF] t [Off] • When attaching the FDA-M1AM Magnifier (sold separately) or the FDAA1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, setting [Eye-Start AF] to [Off] is recommended because the eyepiece sensors located below the viewfinder may be activated. 67
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    until the indicators appear clearly in the viewfinder. • Turn the dial toward + when you are farsighted, toward - when you are near-sighted. • Training the camera on a light allows you to adjust the diopter easily. When it is hard to rotate the diopter-adjustment dial Put your fingers under the
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    DISP on the control button to switch between the Graphic Display and the Standard Display. When you rotate the camera to a vertical position, the display automatically rotates to adjust to the camera position. Graphic Display (Default setting) Standard Display No display Shooting images 69
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    LCD monitor (Graphic Display) The Graphic Display graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value and clearly illustrates how the exposure works. In AUTO or Scene Selection mode, only the items that can be set are displayed. See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Display
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    D Display Indication Remaining battery (18) Image quality (117) Image size (116)/Aspect ratio (116) Memory card (22) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (29) Shooting images 71
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    LCD monitor (Standard Display) See pages in parentheses for details of operation. In AUTO or Scene Selection mode In P/A/S/M mode A Display Indication P A S M Mode dial (47 - 66) 1/125 F5.6 +2.0 B Display Shutter speed (61) Aperture (59) Exposure (86) SteadyShot (45) Indication Flash mode (82)/
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    C Display Indication Remaining battery (18) Image quality (117) Image size (116)/Aspect ratio (116) Memory card (22) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (29) Shooting images 73
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    (116) Indication Flash compensation (88) Flash charging (82) Wireless flash (85) High-speed sync* Manual focus (80) Focus Shutter speed (61) Aperture (59) EV scale (64, 100) "Shooting unavailable" warning (97) Camera shake warning (45) SteadyShot scale (45) Aspect ratio 16:9 (116) * When using the
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    method for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is different. The type of lens The switch to be used The lens is Lens (Always set equipped with a the focus mode focus mode switch switch on the camera to AF.) The lens is not Camera equipped with a focus mode switch To switch to
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    . Subjects that may require special focusing Using the autofocus, it is hard to focus on the following subjects. In such cases, use the focus lock shooting feature (page 77) or manual focus (page 80). • A subject that is low in contrast, such as blue sky or a white wall. • Two subjects at different
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    set to MF, the correct focus is not achieved, even if the focus mode switch on the lens is set to AF. To switch to auto focus, set the focus mode switch on the camera to AF. Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock) 1 Place the subject within the AF area and
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    the shutter button halfway down, if the subject is motionless, the focus is locked and if the subject is in motion, the camera continues to focus. (Continuous AF) The camera continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. • The audio signals will not sound when the
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    t [AF area] t Select the desired setting (Wide) (Spot) (Local) The camera determines which of the nine AF areas is used in focusing within the AF area. If the focus using the AF areas located in the center area. The camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively. Choose the area
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    can adjust the focus manually. 1 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF. 2 When the lens is not equipped with the focus mode switch, set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF. 3 Rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus. Focusing ring Notes • In the case of a subject
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    Zooming in in one step You can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter (Digital zoom) and record the image. 1 Set the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch to "LIVE VIEW." Using the shooting function 2 Press the button. • Each time you press
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    Using the flash In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject. When the mode dial is set
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    the shutter. Fires an external flash (sold separately) that is off the camera and away from it (Wireless flash shooting). Shooting techniques • The lens hood (sold separately) may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the flash. • When using the flash, shoot the subject
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    The flash range The range of the built-in flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. Refer to the following table. Aperture F2.8 F4.0 F5.6 ISO AUTO 1.4 - 7.1 m (4.6 - 23 1 - 5 m (3.3 - 16 setting feet) feet) 1 - 3.6 m (3.3 - 11 feet) 100 1 - 3.6 m (3.3 - 11 1 - 2.5 m (3.3 -
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    instructions of the flash. 1 Attach the wireless flash to the Auto-lock Accessory Shoe and turn both the camera and Accessory Shoe. Notes • The camera cannot perform a pre-flash test of the wireless flash. Confirm that the flash fires properly by releasing the shutter. • The camera cannot carry
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    Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash compensation, Metering) Using brightness compensation for the entire image (Exposure compensation) Except for recording mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic exposure). Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic
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    exposure shifted to the plus or minus sides (page 99). Note • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, M (Manual exposure) or Scene Selection. To shoot while checking the screen using the histogram The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels
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    The exposure compensation will change the histogram accordingly. The right illustration is an example. Shooting with the exposure compensation on the positive side brightens the whole picture, making the entire histogram shift to the bright side (right side). If the exposure compensation is applied
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    Using the shooting function Notes • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO or Scene Selection. • If you have adjusted the flash level, appears on the LCD monitor/in the viewfinder when the built-in flash is pulled up. When you adjust it, be careful not to forget to reset the
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    Setting ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1 Press ISO on the control button to display the ISO screen. 2 Select the desired value with v/V on the control button. • The larger the number, the higher
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    available is a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp, the camera will not be able to acquire the accurate white balance because of the characteristics of the light source. Use the flash in such cases. Adjusting the white balance to suit a specific light source (Auto/Preset white balance) Fn button t [White
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    Flash) The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color tones. If you select an option to suit a specific light source, the control button, then press the center of the control button. 3 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the focus area located in the center,
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    Using the shooting function 4 Press the center of the control button. The monitor returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained. • The custom white balance setting registered in this operation is effective until a new setting is registered.
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    . When there is a sharp contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, which is common when shooting into the sun, the camera attenuates the contrast across the entire image to produce an image with proper brightness and contrast. By dividing the image into small areas, the
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    a nightscape that is more faithful to the real view. For shooting the beautiful red of the setting sun. For shooting images in black and white monotone. (Contrast), (Saturation), and (Sharpness) can be adjusted for each Creative Style item. (Contrast) (Saturation) (Sharpness) The higher the value
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    desired setting sRGB Adobe RGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use sRGB in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out or printers that support color management and DCF2.0 option color space. Using some applications or printers that do not support them may result
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    adv.) Note • When the exposure mode is set to shoot single shot. (Sports Action) in Scene Selection, you cannot Shooting continuously The camera records the images continuously at the following speeds*. Live View mode Maximum 2 images per second Viewfinder mode Maximum 2.5 images per second
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    RAW & JPEG RAW No limit (Until the memory card is full) 3 images 6 images Notes of continuous shooting may be slower when the battery level is insufficient or at low ambient temperatures the camera shake. [Self-timer(Cont.)] is convenient to prevent failure because the camera continuously shoots
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    bracket) Using the shooting function Base exposure - direction + direction Bracket shooting allows you to shoot several images, each with different degrees of exposure. This camera is equipped with an auto bracket function. Specify the value of deviation (steps) from the base exposure, and the
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    * (Bracket: Cont.) Shoots three images with the exposure shifted by a selected step. Press and hold the shutter button until the recording stops. When the flash is fired, press the shutter button shot by shot. * _ EV displayed with is the step currently selected. Notes • When the mode dial is
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    (the shutter is released after 2 seconds) buttons on the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately). Also, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander. 1 on the control button t (Remote Commander) 2 Focus on the subject, point the transmitter of the
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    the desired setting Note • When you play back the image on a TV or a computer, the image will be displayed in the portrait position even if [Manual rotate] is selected. 102
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    Rotating an image 1 Fn button t [Rotate] 2 Press the center of the control button. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. When you want to do another rotation, repeat step 2. • Once you rotate the image, the image is played back in the rotated position, even if you turn off the power. To return
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    so that the image returns to the normal size. Scaling range The scaling range is as follows. Image size L M S Scaling range Approx. ×1.1 - ×14 Approx. ×1.1 - ×11 Approx. ×1.1 - ×7.2 Switching to the display of the image list Fn button t [Image Index] t Select the desired number of images to
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    Using the viewing function Playing back images automatically (Slide show) The slide show can be operated either using the Fn button or the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Fn button t [Slide show]t [OK] Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show). The slide show
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    display changes (page 102). Basic information display Display 100-0003 DPOF3 Indication Memory card (22) Folder - file number (135) Protect (109) DPOF 1 1 10:37AM 3/7 Image size (116)/Aspect ratio (116) Remaining battery warning (18) Shutter speed (61) Aperture (59) ISO sensitivity (90) Date of
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    Using the viewing function A Display 100-0003 DPOF3 Indication Memory card (22) Folder - file number (135) Protect (109) DPOF set (143) Image quality (117) Image size (116)/Aspect ratio (116) Remaining battery warning (18) B Display Indication Histogram (87) P A S M Mode dial (47 - 66) Display
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    About the flashing segments on the histogram display When the image has a high-key or lowkey portion, that portion is flashed on the histogram display (Luminance limit warning). Flashing R (Red) Luminance G (Green) B (Blue) 108
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    Protecting images (Protect) You can protect images against accidental erasure. The protect function can be operated either using the Fn button or the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Protecting selected images/canceling the protection of the selected images 1 Fn
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    Deleting images (Delete) Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand. The delete function can be operated either from the Fn button or from the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Note • Protected images cannot
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    may take a long time to delete a lot of images by selecting [All images]. It is recommended that you delete images on a computer or format the memory card using the camera. 111
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    an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. 1 Turn off both your camera and the TV, and connect the camera to the TV. 1 To the HDMI connector HDMI cable (sold separately) 2 To the HDMI terminal 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input. • See also the operating instructions supplied with
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    refer to the operating instructions of Sony's VIDEO-A compatible TV for more details. • Some devices may not work properly. • Do not connect the output connector of the device with the HDMI terminal on the camera. This may cause a malfunction. On "PhotoTV HD" This camera is compatible with the
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    or not. Returns to the single-image screen. Notes • The operations available are restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable. • Only TVs that support "BRAVIA" Sync can provide these operations. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 114
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    Using the viewing function • If the camera performs unnecessary operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the camera is connected to another manufacturer's TV using an HDMI connection, set [CTRL FOR HDMI] in the Setup menu to [Off]. 115
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    Changing your setup Setting image size and image quality Image size MENU button t 1 t [Image size] t Select the desired size [Aspect ratio]: [3:2] L:14M M:7.7M S:3.5M 4592 × 3056 pixels 3408 × 2272 pixels 2288 × 1520 pixels [Aspect ratio]: [16:9] L:12M M:6.5M S:2.9M 4592 × 2576 pixels 3408 ×
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    RAW (raw data) This format does not perform any digital processing on the images. Select this format to process allow more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality will be lower in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera. With this software, a RAW image can be opened
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    until the number reaches "9999." The camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns numbers to files from folder are deleted. - When the memory card is replaced. - When the memory card is formatted. Selecting the folder digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10100405 (Folder name: 100, date: 04/05/
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    • During the format, the access lamp lights up. Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit. • Format the memory card using the camera. If you format it on a computer, the memory card may not be usable with the camera, depending on the format type used. • Formatting may take several minutes
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    the noise reduction at high ISO sensitivity settings When shooting with the ISO set at 1600 or above, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. Select [On] to prioritize the image quality. Select [Off] to prioritize the timing of shooting. MENU
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    Changing the functions of the control dial Changing the function of the control dial When the recording mode is M (Manual exposure), you can set the camera so that the adjustable item (the shutter speed or the aperture value) can be selected using only the control dial. It is convenient if you
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    the background color of the LCD monitor from [Black], [White], [Brown], or [Pink]. MENU button t 1 t [Display Color] t Select the desired setting Removing the Help Guide from the screen You can turn off the Help Guide that is displayed when you operate the camera. This is convenient when you want to
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    to power save mode after 30 minutes when the camera is connected to a TV or the drive mode is set to (Remote Commander). Setting the date Resets the date. See page 25 for details. MENU
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    LCD monitor manually. MENU button t 1 t [LCD brightness] t [Manual] t camera with the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately), the brightness of the LCD monitor is always set to the brightest setting even if you select [Auto]. Setting the displayed time of the image right after shooting (Auto review
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    the viewfinder turns off the LCD monitor. In the default setting, while looking into the viewfinder, the LCD monitor is turned off to prevent the battery pack from wearing down. If you want to turn on the LCD monitor while looking into the viewfinder, select [Off]. MENU button t 1 t [Auto off w/ VF
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    Displaying the version Displays the version of your camera. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. MENU button t 3 t [Version] Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (three remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a sufficient
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    Resetting to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera. MENU button t 3 t [Reset default] t [OK] The items to be reset are as follows. Items Exposure compensation (86) Recording information display (69) Playback display (102) Drive
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    AF (67) Ctrl dial setup (121) Red eye reduc. (84) Auto review (124) Auto off w/ VF (125) Playback menu Items Specify Printing - LV) (122) Power Save (OVF) (122) CTRL FOR HDMI (114) Display Color (122) Help Guide disp. (122) File number (118) Folder name (118) USB connection (130, 146) Audio signals
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    memory card to a computer connected using a USB cable. Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. USB jack: Provided as standard x
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    Stage 1: Connecting the camera and your computer 1 Insert a memory card with recorded images into the camera. 2 Select the type of memory card you want to copy images from using the memory card switch. 3 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall
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    Stage 2: Copying images to a computer For Windows This section describes an example of copying images to a "Documents" (For Windows XP: "My Documents") folder. When you use the supplied "PMB" software, you can copy images easily (page 137). 1 Click [Open folder to view files] (For Windows XP: [Open
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    copy the image file. However, note that if you change the file name, you may not be able to play back that image with your camera (page 135). For Macintosh 1 Double-click the newly recognized icon t [DCIM] t the folder where the images you want to copy are stored. 2 Drag and drop
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    open the image file. Deleting the USB connection Perform each procedure for Windows or Macintosh listed below beforehand when: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing the memory card. • Turning off the camera. 133 Viewing images on a computer
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    device on the confirmation window, then click [OK]. The device is disconnected. x For Macintosh Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the memory card to the "Trash" icon. The camera is disconnected from the computer. 134
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    destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the memory card. Example: viewing folders on Windows Vista AFolders containing image data recorded using this camera. (The first three digits show the folder number.) BYou can create a folder in date
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    for images is JPG. Do not change the extension. 2 Copy the image file to the memory card folder in the following order. 1 Right-click the image file, then click [Copy]. model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • When there is no folder, first create a folder
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    the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: • Sony Image Data Suite "Image Data Converter SR" *1 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster is recommended, RAM 1 GB
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    GHz or faster is recommended)/Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or faster Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended. Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Click [Install]. • Verify that both "Sony Image Data Suite"
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    [IDS_INST.pkg] file in the [MAC] folder to the hard disk icon. 4 Double-click the [IDS_INST.pkg] file in the copy-to folder. • Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Note • When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the
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    [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter SR Ver.3]. The support information for the "Sony Image Data Suite" (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera. • Rate the images on a scale of five. • Set color labels and so on. 140
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    starting up from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Image Data Lightbox SR]. To exit, click the button with Macintosh computers. With "PMB" you can: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • Organize images on the computer on a
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    screen. The support information for the "PMB" (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb -se/ Note • The confirmation message of the Information tool appears on the screen when starting "PMB" for the first time. Select [Start]. This function informs you of news, such as software updates
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    Printing images Specifying DPOF Using the camera, you can specify the images and the number of images to print before you print images at a shop or with your printer. Follow the procedure below. DPOF specifications are left with images after printing. It is recommended that you unspecify them after
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    • You can select a value for the number of images to be printed after you have selected [All images]. The same value will be used for all images. Dating images You can date images when printing them. The position of the date (inside or outside the image, character size, etc.) depends on your printer
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    AC Adaptor (sold separately) to prevent the power from turning off partway through printing. 1 MENU button t 3 t [USB connection] t [PTP] 2 Turn the camera off and insert the memory card that the images have been recorded on. 3 Select the type of memory card you want to print images from using the
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    to the printer. 1 To the USB terminal USB cable 2 To the USB terminal 2 Turn on your camera and the printer. The screen used for selecting images you want to print appears. Stage 3: Printing 1 Select the image to print with b/B on the control
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    the center of the control button cancels the print. Remove the USB cable or turn off the camera. When you want to print again, follow the procedure (Stages 1 to 3) above. PictBridge printing images. When you cancel your specification without printing images, select this item. Printing images 147
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    Others Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera with built-in flash and interchangeable lenses Lens A-mount lens [Image sensor] Total pixel number of camera Approx. 14 900 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 14 200 000 pixels Image format 23
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    -Flash] Flash guide number GN 10 (in meters at ISO 100) Recycling time Approx. 4 seconds Flash coverage Covering 18 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates) Flash compensation ±2.0 EV (1/3 EV step) [Recording media] "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, SD memory card, SDHC memory card [LCD monitor
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    Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) BC-VH1 Battery charger Input rating 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 18.5 × 45.0 mm (1 5/16 × 3/4 × 1 13/16 inches) (W/H/D) Mass Approx. 50 g (1.8 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. On focal length The picture angle of this camera
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    Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," , "Memory Stick PRO," , "Memory Stick Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo," , "Memory Stick Micro," "MagicGate," and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "PhotoTV HD manual
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 152 to 161. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 1 Check the following items. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one
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    camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 122). The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pack. • Remove and re-insert the battery pack correctly. • Charge the battery . • A memory card is not inserted. The shutter does not release. • You are using a memory card with a
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    not attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page 20). • When an astronomical telescope, etc., is attached to the camera, set the recording mode to M and do your shooting. • The subject may require special focusing (page 76). Use the focus-lock or manual focus function (pages 77, 80). Recording
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    ). • In the following cases, the image may be dark. Remove these accessories, then shoot. - An beyond the available range of the camera. Adjust the setting again. excessive light has entered the lens. Attach a lens hood (sold separately). The optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery
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    mapping" function. 1 Set the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch to "LIVE VIEW." 2 Attach the lens cap. 3 MENU button t 3 t [Pixel mapping] t [OK] The image is blurred to the Live View mode. In such cases, the expected result may not be obtained. Viewing images Your camera cannot play back images. • The folder
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    not recognize your camera. • Check that the camera is turned on. • When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack (page 14), or use be able to copy the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by your camera (page 119). The image cannot be played back on a computer.
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    deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it. "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are not recognized by a computer with a "Memory Stick" media slot. • If "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are not supported on your computer's "Memory Stick" media slot, connect the camera to the computer (page 130). The computer
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    provides these functions or not. • When having images printed at a digital print shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without operating instructions supplied with the printer or consult with the manufacturer of the printer. A connection cannot be established. • The camera cannot
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    on the camera. • The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack. Charge the battery pack and set the date again (pages 25, 165). If the date setting is lost every time the battery pack is charged, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility
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    to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If the SteadyShot scale continues to flash, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "--E-" is indicated on the screen. • Remove the memory card, and insert it again. If this procedure does not
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    messages appear, follow the instructions below. Incompatible battery. Use correct model. • An incompatible battery pack is being used (page 18). Set date and time? • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery (pages 25, 165
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    power off. Cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again. Camera error System error • Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable
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    create more folders. • The folder with a name beginning with "999" exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the case. Printing canceled • The print job was canceled. Disconnect the USB cable or turn the camera off. Unable to mark. • You attempted to mark RAW images on the
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    in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. On storing Be sure to attach the lens cap or body cap when not using the camera. When attaching the body cap, remove all the dust from the cap before placing it on the camera. When you purchase the DT 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 SAM Lens Kit, purchase the
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    each time you charge the battery, the internal rechargeable battery may be dead. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket
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    59 Aspect ratio 116 Audio signals 122 Auto off w/ VF 125 Auto review 124 Autoflash 82 Autofocus 75 Autofocus mode 78 B Battery pack 14, 17 Bracket 99 BULB shooting 65 C Center weighted 89 Charging battery pack 14 Cleaning mode 32 Color Space 96 Compression ratio 117 Continuous AF 78
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    76 Focus mode 78 Focus-lock 77 Folder name 118 Format 119 H Help Guide disp 122 High ISO NR 120 High-speed sync 74 Histogram 87, 108 I 106 Lens 20 Live View 7, 67 Long exp.NR 120 M Macro 52 Manual exposure 63 Manual focus 80 Memory card switch 22 "Memory Stick Duo 22 "Memory Stick
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    auto 58 Protect 109 Q Quality 117 R RAW 117, 140 Rear sync 82 Red eye reduc 84 Reducing camera shake 44 Remote Commander 101 Reset 127 Rotate 103 S Saturation 94 Scene Selection 49 SD memory card 22 Select folder 119 Self-timer 98 Set the clock 25, 123 Sharpness 94 Shooting 47
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DSLR-A390
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