Sony ILCE-3000 Instruction Manual

Sony ILCE-3000 Manual

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    4-469-858-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Checking the functions available Viewing images on a computer Others ILCE-3000
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    Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ILCE-3000 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION [ Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C
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    Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. [ Battery pack and lens (If lens supplied) This device complies with Part 15 of Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: ILCE-3000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo
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    this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. [ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
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    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 the product at end-of-life to the applicable
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    battery pack 13 Attaching/removing the lens 18 Inserting a memory card (sold separately 20 Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter adjustment 22 Turning on the camera camera 31 Using the guide function of the camera 33 Using the recording functions Zooming 34 Setting the function using [Photo
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    images 65 List of icons on the LCD screen 69 Learning more about the camera (α Handbook 72 Troubleshooting 73 Precautions 78 Specifications 83 Index 87 Model name In this manual, the model name "ILCE-3000K" is described as "ILCE-3000". Model name Lens GB ILCE-3000K DT18 - 55 mm 7
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    parentheses indicates the quantity. • Camera (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) • Micro USB cable (1) • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens (1) (attached to the camera) • Front lens cap (1) (attached to the lens) • Lens hood (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) * An AC adaptor
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    for shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the camera. Preparing the camera When the lens is removed G Lens release button (19) H Lens (18) I Mount J Image sensor2) K Lens contacts2) 1) Do not cover this part during movie recording. 2) Do not touch this part
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    Shoe can also be attached using the Shoe Adaptor (sold separately). Preparing the camera A Multi Interface Shoe1)2) B FINDER/LCD button (22) • You can Interface Shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the
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    length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods using screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. C Speaker D Battery cover (13) E Battery compartment (13) F Lock lever (13, 17) A Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC
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    x Lens See page 85 on the specifications of the lens. E 18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts1) G Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. Preparing the camera GB 12
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    Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. The battery pack can also be used when it has not
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    a computer, using the micro USB cable (supplied). Preparing the camera The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts. • Set the power switch to OFF while charging the battery. If the power switch is set to ON, the camera cannot charge the battery. • When the charge lamp flashes, remove and re
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    Notes • If the charge lamp on the camera flashes while you are charging a battery pack, this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend
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    a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at a temperature of 25 °C battery pack? An "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera. Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining battery
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    battery pack Turn off the camera, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and pull out the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Access lamp Notes • When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the battery
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    or debris from entering the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks on the lens and the camera. • Hold the camera's face downward to prevent the dust from entering into the camera. 3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into
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    all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Lens release button Notes • If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light source to a digital signal), it may appear as dark
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    Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert a memory card. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. 3 Close the cover. Check on the direction of the notched corner. GB 20
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    you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of the memory cards. Usable memory card Still image Movie Term in this manual "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory
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    Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter adjustment) Adjust the viewfinder so that you can see the screen display clearly. 1 Press the FINDER/LCD button to switch the screen display to the viewfinder. FINDER/LCD button 2 Turn the diopter-adjustment dial. Preparing the camera GB 22
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    time, the screen to set date and time appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. The screen to set date and time appears. • To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF. 2 Press the center of the control wheel. 3 Select your area by pressing the
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    on this camera. Using "PlayMemories Home," you can save or print images with date. Refer to "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" for more /Time Setup]. x Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of
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    the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD screen: (Night Scene), (Tripod Night Scene), (Night Portrait), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro), (Spotlight), (Low Brightness), or (Baby). 3 When you use a zoom lens, adjust
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    to focus. When the focus is confirmed, a beep sounds and z indicator lights up. Focus indicator 5 Press the shutter button fully down. When shooting up (macro) subjects, or subjects tracked by [Tracking Focus], the camera analyzes the scene and automatically trims the captured image into a suitable
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    finger lightly on the lever and operate so that you do not flip the lever. • You can disable the sound recording by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t [Off] (page 55). • The continuous recording time of a movie depends on the ambient temperature or the condition of the camera. • When
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    Playing back images 1 Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD screen. • Press the center of the control wheel to enlarge the displayed image. (Playback) button Mastering the basic operation x Selecting the image Turn the control wheel and select the image.
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    Mastering the basic operation During movie playback Control wheel operation Pause/resume Press the center. Fast-forward Press the right, or turn the control wheel clockwise. Fast-rewind Press the left, or turn the control wheel counterclockwise. Forward slow playback Turn clockwise during
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    Mastering the basic operation Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. 1 Press (Delete). 2 Press the center of the control wheel. • Select to quit the operation. z Deleting several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete several images at the
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    The control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera. x Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.), (Drive Mode) and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (
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    of the screen, press soft key B. To use the function shown at the center, press the center of the control wheel (soft key C). In this manual, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the screen. A In this case, soft key A works as the MENU C (Menu
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    to explain the selected function, when you change the setting, etc. You can hide the Help Guides by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t [Off]. x Shooting tips The camera displays shooting tips based on the shooting mode selected. 1When is displayed at the right bottom corner of the
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    lens. When using a lens with a power zoom, use the optical zoom of the lens and then the camera shifts automatically to the [Zoom] feature of the camera. When using a lens that is not equipped with a power zoom, follow the instruction image processing. 4 Digital Zoom: You can magnify images using image processing.
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    the function using [Photo Creativity] You can operate the camera intuitively using [Photo Creativity], since the [Photo Creativity] screen is blurring of the background. (Brightness): Adjusts the brightness. (Color): Adjusts the color. (Vividness): Adjusts the vividness. (Picture Effect): Selects
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    Creativity] is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. • [Photo Creativity] is only available when [Intelligent Auto] or defocusing effect. Notes • The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the lens or the distance between the subject and the background. z Tips for a better
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    a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. (Pop Color): Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. (Posterization: Color): Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors. (Posterization: B/W): Creates a high contrast, abstract look in black and
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    the control wheel. • When you select [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], the [Photo Creativity] screen appears. 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and self-timer. You can prevent blur caused by camera-shake that occurs when the shutter button is pressed. • To cancel the
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    [Quality] is set to [Fine]. The maximum recordable number may differ depending on the measuring condition. *2 When an E 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (supplied) is attached to the ILCE- 3000. The camera maintains this continuous shooting speed until approximately the 13th recorded image. GB 39
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    Changing the screen display (DISP) 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. 2 Press DISP repeatedly to select the desired mode. During shooting Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value, except for when [Shoot Mode] is set
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    the control wheel. 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting value, and press the center of the control wheel. ISO AUTO: The camera sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. (ISO 100-ISO 3200) ISO 100-ISO 16000: When shooting moving subjects or in dark locations, you can decrease subject
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    shooting mode by turning the mode dial. (Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. SCN (Scene Selection subject or condition. (Sweep Panorama): Shoots with panoramic size. M (Manual Exposure): Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed. S (Shutter Priority):
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    (Landscape): Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. (Macro): Shoots close-ups of the subjects such as flowers, insects, so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. (Sunset): Shoots
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    shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image. 1 Set the shooting mode to (Sweep Panorama) (page 42). 2 Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the brightness and focus, and then press the shutter button halfway down. This part will not
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    wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press the center of the control wheel again to pause. • Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly. This indicator shows the displayed area of the whole panoramic image. x Shutter Priority You can express
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    with [Aperture Priority]. x Program Auto/Superior Auto In [Superior Auto] mode, the camera shoots with higher quality than [Intelligent Auto] mode. The camera performs composite shooting as necessary. Also, the camera automatically selects an optimal image from the burst images and records it
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    the flash, push it back in place with your finger. 2 Select MENU t [Camera] t [Flash Mode]. (Flash pop-up) button Using the recording functions 3 Turn . (Autoflash): Fires in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. (Fill-flash): Fires every time you trigger the shutter. (Slow
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    The flash range (approx.) The range of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. F2.8 F3.5 F5.6 ISO 100 1 m - 1.5 m 1 m - 1.2 m (3.3 feet - 4.9 feet) (3.3 feet - 3.9 feet) - ISO 3200 4 m - 8.5 m 3.2 m - 6.8 m 2 m - 4.2 m (13.3 feet - 27.8 feet) (10.6 feet - 22.3 feet)
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    Selecting the image size/record setting The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be
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    Menu list When you press MENU, the menu items [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/ Color], [Playback] and [Setup] appear on the screen. You can set various functions in each item. Items that cannot be set in the context are displayed in gray. x Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as
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    Object Framing Soft Skin Effect Shooting Tip List LCD Display (DISP) Finder Display(DISP) DISP Button(Monitor) Each time the camera detects a smile, the camera releases the shutter automatically. (Off/On) When shooting faces, close-up (macro) subjects, or subjects tracked by [Tracking Focus], the
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    panoramic images. (Standard/Wide) Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. (Right/Left/Up/Down) Selects AVCHD (ISO AUTO/ISO 100 - ISO 16000) Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions. (Auto WB/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent/ Fluor.: Warm
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    Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./ Miniature) Selects the image processing method. (Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black
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    Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AEL w/ shutter AF Illuminator Red Eye Reduction Live View Display Auto Review Grid Line Peaking Level Peaking Color Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom S. Auto Image Extract. GB MF Assist 54 Sets whether
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    in an enlarged form. (No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec) Changes the range of color reproduction. (sRGB/AdobeRGB) Sets camera-shake compensation. (On/Off) Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. (Enable/Disable) Sets the noise reduction processing for high ISO sensitivity shootings
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    ) Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save mode. (30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec) Sets the brightness of the LCD screen. (Manual/Sunny Weather) Sets the brightness of an Electronic Viewfinder. (Auto/Manual) Selects the color of the LCD screen. (Black/White/Blue/Pink) Selects a method to
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    and if you cannot make a connection, set it to [Single]. (Multi/Single) Displays the camera and lens versions. Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with movies. (On/Off) Resets the camera to the default settings. (Reset Default/Factory Reset) Formats the memory card. Selects the method
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    Comp. - - - Self-timer Cont. Shooting - - Face Detection Picture Effect - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (Sweep Panorama) - - - - M (Manual Exposure) - S (Shutter Priority) A (Aperture Priority) P (Program Auto) (Superior Auto) - - Notes • The
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    - - - - - - - - - - (Sweep Panorama) - - - - M (Manual Exposure) - - S (Shutter Priority) - - A (Aperture Priority) - - P (Program Auto) - - (Superior Auto) - - * The camera emits flash light in slow synchro mode if the flash is necessary. Notes • The flash modes may be
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    Windows only) You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various Sharing images Importing images from your camera Viewing images on Calendar Uploading images to network service Creating a movie disc Sharing images
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    services may not be available in some countries or regions. • "PlayMemories Home" is not compatible with Macs. Use the applications that are installed on your Mac. For details, visit the following URL: http://www.sony by this camera. • You can rank images in 5 grades. • You can apply color labels,
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    , go to the following URL, then click [Install] t [Run]. www.sony.net/pm 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. • When the message to connect the camera to a computer is displayed, connect the camera and computer using the micro USB cable (supplied). To a USB jack To
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    Home support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ x Installing "Image Data Converter" 1 Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL. For Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ For Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ 2 Follow the instruction on
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    bar t "Image Data Converter Guide" • For Windows 8, start "Image Data Converter Ver.4" t "Help" in the menu bar t "Image Data Converter Guide." • For details on "Image Data Converter," you can also see the following "Image Data Converter" support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ GB
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    table shows the approximate number of still 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. Image Size: L 20M Aspect Ratio: 3:2* (Units: images
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    on the shooting condition or your subject or the setting of image quality/size. • The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or shoot still images after the power is turned on, the
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    when using a fully charged battery pack under the following conditions: - At an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). - When an E 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is attached. - Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). - [LCD Brightness]: [Manual] [±0] • The number of still
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    the approximate shooting time as a guideline when you repeatedly perform shooting, zooming, standby for shooting, and turning on and off the camera. - "Continuous shooting (movies)": When continuous shooting ends because of set limits (29 minutes), press the MOVIE button again to continue shooting
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    List of icons on the LCD screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Shooting standby A Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S M Others Graphic display Movie
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    of still images Recording mode of movies Display 101-0012 100% Remaining battery Flash charge in progress AF illuminator B Display Live view Does not record Smart Zoom C Display ±0.0 Clear Image Zoom GB 70 Indication Digital Zoom View mode (Still/ Movie Select) Playback folder - File
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    indicator D Display z 1/125 F3.5 ±0.0 ±0.0 ISO200 REC 0:12 2013-1-1 9:30AM 12/12 Indication Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual Exposure compensation ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Recording time of the movie (m:s) Recorded date/time of the
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    Internet. Refer to the "α Handbook" for in-depth instructions on the many camera functions. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for the model name of your camera within the support page. • Check the model name on the bottom
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 73 to 77. Also refer to "α Handbook" (PDF). 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re- insert the battery pack, and then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 57
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    occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. The optimal temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The battery pack is not charged. • When the battery pack is not charged (the charge lamp does not light) even if you follow the
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    not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as minimum focal distance of the lens. • You are shooting in manual focus mode. Set [AF/MF Select] to [Autofocus]. • Ambient light is insufficient. • The subject
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    flashes. • The subject is too bright or too dark, and the camera's available range for the aperture value and/or shutter speed is exceeded. Adjust of the image to appear too dark (insufficient light). You may compensate for this phenomenon with [Lens Comp.: Shading]. The eyes of the subject come
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    exposure value is flashing on the LCD screen or the viewfinder. • The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera. Viewing images Images cannot be played back. • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • When an image file has been processed by
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    you cannot operate the camera until the process is lens • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color
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    storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the camera. Care The surface of the LCD temperature of the camera Your camera and battery may get hot due to continuous use, but it is not a malfunction. On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures
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    pack, 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 into the camera, or turn off the camera and charge the battery pack (supplied) for 24 hours
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    the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the malfunction of the camera. • Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. This Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. A memory card, etc., may be swallowed. If such problem occurs,
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    camera on MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 supported devices camera. On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications are defined under the following conditions, except as described in this manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25 ºC (77 °F), and using a battery
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    Specifications Camera [System] Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital camera Lens: E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image sensor: APS-C format (23.2 mm × 15.4 mm) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor: Approx. 20 400 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera 30 seconds, BULB Movies:
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    12.5 oz) (camera only) Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) File format: Still image: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 Format) Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby
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    35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. 2) Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. On focal length The picture angle
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    -Fi Inc. • " " and "PlayStation" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • Adobe is a registered trademark or a trademark of Inc. • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers
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    Review 54 Autofocus Area 50 Autofocus Mode 50 B Background Defocus Control ...... 36 Battery pack 13 Beep 56 C Charging time 16 Clear Image Zoom 54 Color Digital Zoom 54 DISP (Display Contents 40 DISP Button(Monitor 51 Display Card Space 57 Display Color Guide Display 56 Help Guides 33
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    Lens 18 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber 55 Lens Comp.: Distortion 55 Lens Comp.: Shading 55 Live View Display 54 M Mac 63 Macro 43 Manual Direction 52 Peaking Color 54 Peaking Level 54 Photo Creativity 35 Picture Effect Effect 51 Software 60 Specifications 83 Specify Printing 53 Sports
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    T Tracking Focus 50 U USB Connection 56 USB LUN Setting 57 V Version 57 View mode 53 Viewfinder Bright 56 Volume Settings 53 W White Balance 52 Wide Image 56 Wind Noise Reduct 55 Windows 60, 63 Z Zoom 34, 50 GB 89 Others
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    GB 90
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    Others GB 91
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    Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. ©2013 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand
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ILCE-3000
Preparing the camera
Mastering the basic
operation
Using the recording
functions
Checking the functions
available
Viewing images on a
computer
Others
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
E-mount