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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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    the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
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    For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada [ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of
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    cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. [ Note: This energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    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 collection
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    the basic operation Shooting still images 25 Recording movies 27 Playing back images 28 Deleting images 30 Operating the camera 31 Using the guide function of the camera 33 Using the recording functions Zooming 34 Setting the function using [Photo Creativity 35 Adjusting the brightness of
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    recordable 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
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    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 is not supplied with this camera. GB 8
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    Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts. F Hook 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)
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    site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with F Memory card/terminal cover G Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible device. H Charge lamp I Memory card insertion slot (20)
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    Preparing the camera B Tripod socket hole • Use a tripod with a screw 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
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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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    4 Close the cover. 5 Connect the camera to 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. •
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    Preparing the camera 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
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    Preparing the camera x Charging time The charging time is approximately 290 minutes. • You can charge the battery pack more quickly using the AC Adaptor AC-UD10 (sold separately) or AC-UD11 (sold separately). • The AC Adaptor AC-UD11 (sold separately) may not be available in some countries/regions.
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    x Removing the 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
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    when attaching a lens. • The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor. • When using a lens equipped with a tripod socket, attach the socket on the lens side 18GB to the tripod to
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    Preparing the camera x Removing the lens 1 Press the lens release button 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
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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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    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 Stick PRO Duo" media "Memory Stick XC-HG Duo" media SD
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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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    Preparing the camera Turning on the camera and setting the clock When you turn on the camera for the first 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
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    superimpose the date on images on this camera. Using "PlayMemories Home," you can save or print images with date. Refer to "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" for more details (page 63). x Resetting the date and time/Checking the current clock setting The screen for date and time setup is displayed
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    dial to (Intelligent Auto). 2 Point the camera to the subject. When 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
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    Mastering the basic operation 4 Press the shutter button halfway down 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 faces, close-up (macro) subjects, or subjects tracked by [Tracking Focus], the
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    Mastering the basic operation Recording movies 1 Point the camera to the subject. 2 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. • Focus and brightness are adjusted automatically. • You can focus quickly by pressing the shutter button down halfway while recording. MOVIE button 3 Press the MOVIE
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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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    Mastering the basic operation Operating the camera 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,
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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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    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 below after magnifying using the optical zoom. 1 Select MENU t [Camera] t [Zoom] t desired value. z The [Zoom] features available with this camera The
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    Using the recording functions Setting the function using [Photo Creativity] You can operate the camera intuitively using [Photo Creativity], since the [Photo Creativity] screen is designed for more intuitive operations than a normal screen. You can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain
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    Notes • [Photo Creativity] is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. • [Photo Creativity] is only available when [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] is selected. x Defocusing the background easily (Background Defocus Control) 1 Select (Bkground Defocus) (page 35). 2 Defocus the background
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    Using the recording functions x Picture Effect 1 Select (Picture Effect) (page 35). 2 Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel. (Off): Disables the [Picture Effect] function. (Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. (Pop Color):
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    Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of -3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. 1 Press (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel. • When you select [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], the [Photo Creativity] screen appears. 2 Turn the
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    Using the recording functions z Shooting continuously using the self-timer Select (Self-timer(Cont)) from continuous recording after 10 seconds. (Drive Mode). The camera starts Shooting still images continuously The camera records images continuously as long as you continue to press the shutter
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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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    Using the recording functions Changing the ISO sensitivity 1 Press ISO (ISO) on 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
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    proper settings. SCN (Scene Selection): Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or condition. (Sweep Panorama): Shoots with panoramic size. M (Manual Exposure): Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed. S (Shutter Priority): Adjusts the shutter speed to express the movement of the subject
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    Using the recording functions x Scene Selection 1 Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 42). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. (Portrait): Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Accentuate skin tones softly. (Landscape): Shoots the entire range of
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    x Sweep Panorama While you pan the camera, the camera 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
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    Using the recording functions z Playing back scrolling panoramic images You can scroll panoramic images from the beginning to the end by pressing the center of the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press the center of the control wheel again to pause. • Panoramic images shot
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    x Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the focus range, or background defocusing. 1 Select A (Aperture Priority) (page 42). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value. • You can record a movie with a value adjusted with [Aperture Priority]. x Program Auto
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    Selecting the flash mode 1 When you want to fire the flash, press the (flash popup) button to pop up the flash. • When you do not intend to use 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
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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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    Cont.) Selects the method used to fire the flash. (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manual Focus) Selects the area to be focused on. (Multi/Center/Flexible Spot) Selects the autofocus method. (Single-shot AF/Continuous AF
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    Smile Shutter Auto 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 [
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    Panorama Image Size Panorama Direction Movie File Format Record Setting Selects the image size when shooting panoramic images. (Standard/Wide) Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. (Right/Left/Up/Down) Selects AVCHD or MP4. Selects the image size, frame rate, and
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    Picture Effect Creative Style Shoots with the desired effects to express a unique atmosphere. (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/
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    ) Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in [Superior Auto] mode. (Auto/Off) Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. (On/Off)
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    MF Assist Time Color Space SteadyShot Release w/o Lens High ISO NR Lens Comp.: Shading Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Lens Comp.: Distortion Face Priority Tracking Movie Audio Rec Wind Noise Reduct. AF Micro Adj. Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form. (No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec)
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    time. Selects the area where you are using the camera. Turns the Help Guide on or off. (On/Off) Sets the level of the power saving feature ) Selects the method used to play back portrait images. (Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate) Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device
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    USB LUN Setting Version Demo Mode Initialize Memory Card Tool Format File Number Folder Name Select Shoot. Folder New Folder Recover Image DB Display Card Space Eye-Fi Setup* Upload Settings Enhances compatibility by limiting the functions of USB connection. Normally, use [Multi], and if you cannot
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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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    Off Autoflash - Fill-flash Slow Sync. Rear Sync. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (Sweep Panorama) - - - - M (Manual Exposure) - - S (Shutter Priority) - - A (Aperture Priority) - - P (Program Auto) - - (Superior Auto
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    with "PlayMemories Home" Organizing Sharing images Importing images from your camera Viewing images on Calendar Uploading images to network service Creating a movie disc Sharing images on "PlayMemories Online" z Installing "PlayMemories Home" (for Windows only) You can install "PlayMemories
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    is required to install "PlayMemories Home." • An Internet connection is required to use "PlayMemories Online" or other network services. "PlayMemories Online" or other network services may not be available in some countries or regions. • "PlayMemories Home" is not compatible with Macs. Use the
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    Home." 1 Using the Internet browser on your computer, 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
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    Start screen, then launch "PlayMemories Home" and select [PlayMemories Home Help Guide] from the [Help] menu. • For details on "PlayMemories Home," you can also see the "α Handbook" (page 72) or the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ x Installing
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    " in the menu 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
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    Others Checking the number of recordable images Once you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to ON, the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the LCD screen. Others Notes • When "0" (the number of
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    Movies The following table shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files. (h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity 2GB Record Setting 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3 h 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 10 m 30 m 1 h
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    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 images is based on the CIPA standard under the following conditions. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) - [Autofocus
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    • The movie recordable time is based on the CIPA standard under the following conditions. - Movie quality: AVCHD FH - "Actual shooting (movies)": Indicates the approximate shooting time as a guideline when you repeatedly perform shooting, zooming, standby for shooting, and turning on and off the
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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 recording Playback
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    Display RAW+J FINE STD 60i/50i 60i/50i 24p/25p 24p/25p Indication Image quality 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 sound during movie recording Wind noise reduction is
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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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    ) The "α Handbook" can be downloaded from the 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
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 57). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • When you insert the battery
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    The power turns off suddenly. • When the camera or battery pack is too hot, the camera displays a warning message and turns off automatically to protect the camera. • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate
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    image. Others The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. Check the 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 may require special focusing. Use the [Flexible Spot] or
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    The flash takes too long to recharge. • The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the flash. The image taken with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is beyond
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    The image is blurred. • The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended (page 47). [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] (page 43) are also effective in reducing blur. The exposure value
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    Precautions On the functions available with the camera Your camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible. To check whether the camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible camera: 60i 1080 50i-compatible
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    On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera. Using the products of other manufacturers may cause the camera not to operate to its capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera. Do
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    settings each time you charge the battery 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
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    . • Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. A memory card, etc., may be swallowed. If such problem occurs, consult a doctor immediately. Importing AVCHD movies to a computer When importing AVCHD movies to a computer, for Windows, use the software "PlayMemories
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    following devices. - Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High Profile - Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format • This camera also laws. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not
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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: Approx. 20 100 000 pixels
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    terminals] Multi/Micro USB Terminal*: USB communication * Supports Micro USB compatible device. [Power] Battery type: Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) [Flash] Flash guide number: 4 (in meters at ISO 100) Recycling time: Approx. 4 seconds Flash coverage: Covering
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    Lens Lens E18 - 55 mm zoom lens Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length1) (mm) 27 - 82.5 Lens groups-elements Angle of view1) Minimum focus2) (m (feet)) 9 - 11 76° - 29° 0.25 (0.82) Maximum magnification (×) 0.3 Minimum aperture f/22 - f/32 Filter diameter (mm) 49 Dimensions (max. diameter
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    , Inc. • YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all
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    Display(DISP 51 Flash Comp 52 Flash Mode 47 Folder Name 57 Format 57 G Grid Line 54 H Handbook 72 Hand-held Twilight 43 Help Guide Display 56 Help Guides 33 High ISO NR 55 I Icons 69 Image Data Converter 61, 63 Image Index 53 Image Size 49, 51, 52 Initialize 57 Install
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    (DISP 51 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 Exposure 42 Memory card 20 Menu 50 Menu start 56 Metering Mode 52 MF Assist 54 MF Assist Time 55 Moisture condensation 80 Movie 27
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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