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Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera E-mount Instruction Manual 4-690-670-11(1) "Help Guide" (Web manual) Refer to "Help Guide" for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1640/h_zz/ ILCE-6500
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here http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1640/h_zz/ ILCE-6500 Help Guide Instruction Manual (this book) This manual introduces some basic functions. For the quick start guide, see "Startup guide" (page 21). The "Startup guide" introduces the initial procedures from when you open the package until you
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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. ••Do not expose to extremely low temperatures of -20°C (-4°F) or lower or extremely low pressures of 11.6 kPa or lower. GB 3
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Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor/battery charger. If any malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source. If you use the product with a charge lamp, note that the product is not disconnected
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energy that is deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption rate(SAR). The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low
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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 no
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batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product or battery. For Customers in Singapore For Customers in U.A.E. For Customers in Malaysia For
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Notes on using your camera Along with this section, also see "Precautions" in the Help Guide (page 2). Screen language You can select the language displayed on the screen using the menu (page 41). Notes on recording/playback ••Once you format the
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••Do not leave the lens or the viewfinder exposed to a strong light source such as sunlight. Because of the lens's condensing function, doing so may cause smoke, fire, or a malfunction inside the camera body or the lens. If you have to leave the camera exposed to a light source such as sunlight,
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••If you pan the camera while looking into the viewfinder or move your eyes around, the image in the viewfinder may be distorted or the color of the image may change. This is a characteristic of the lens or display device and is not a malfunction. When you shoot an image, we recommend that you look
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copyright laws. On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications are defined under the set the security settings when using a wireless LAN. ••If a security problem arises because no security precautions are in place or due to any inevitable
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that matches your country/region. See page 4. ••Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) ••Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) ••Shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera) ••Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) ••Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) ••Micro USB cable (1) ••AC Adaptor (1) GB 12
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Identifying parts When the lens is removed  Shutter button  Remote sensor  Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)  ON/OFF (Power) switch  Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator  Lens release button  Microphone*  Mount  Image sensor**  Lens contacts** * Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so
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.  C2 button (Custom button 2)  C1 button (Custom button 1)  Mode dial (Auto Mode)/ (Program Auto)/ (Aperture Priority)/ (Shutter Priority)/ (Manual Exposure)/ 1/2 (Memory recall)/ (Movie/S&Q Motion)/ (Sweep Panorama)/ (Scene Selection)  Control dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each
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 Multi/Micro USB Terminal* This terminal supports Micro USB-compatible devices.  Charge lamp  HDMI micro jack USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.  Eye sensor  Viewfinder  Eyepiece cup Not attached to the camera at the
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 Monitor (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. You may not be able to adjust the monitor angle depending on the type of a tripod you use. In such a case, release the tripod screw once to adjust the monitor
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 Battery/memory card cover  Memory card slot  Battery lock lever  Battery insertion slot ••NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology.  Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC‑PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately).
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Basic operations Using the control wheel ••You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/ left/right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. ••The default settings for the top/bottom/left/right side and the
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the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings. Operation
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you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AF/MF position and press the button, the focusing mode temporarily switches between auto and manual (AF/MF control). When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AEL position and press the button, the exposure is locked (AE
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Startup guide Step 1: Inserting the battery pack/memory card into the camera For details on memory cards that can be used with this camera, refer to page
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Hint ••When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card (page 42). To remove the battery pack Make sure that the access lamp (page 17) is not lit, and turn off the camera. Then,
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera 1 Turn the power off. 2 Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Charge lamp on the camera (
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Step 3: Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear lens cap from the rear of the lens. ••When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free environment to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting
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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 carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. ••Do not hold the
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Step 4: Setting the language and the clock 1 Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to "ON" to turn on the camera. 2 Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel. ON/OFF (Power) switch 3 Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press the center. 4 Select the
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Hint ••If you want to set the date and time later, you can cancel the date and time setting procedure by pressing the MENU button. In this case, the setting screen for the date and time will reappear the next time you turn on the camera. ••To reset the date and time setting, use MENU (page 42). Note
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To shoot movies Press the MOVIE button to start/stop recording. To play back images Press the (Playback) button to play back images. You can select the desired image using the control wheel. To delete displayed image Press the (Delete) button while an image is displayed to delete it. Select [Delete]
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/One-touch (NFC) Guide." PlayMemories Mobile PlayMemories Mobile is required to connect the camera and a smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www
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advantage of the computer software, access one of the following URLs using your Internet browser and then download the software by following the onscreen instructions. If one of these programs is already installed on your computer, update it to the latest version before use. Windows: http://www.sony
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Image Data Converter You can develop and edit RAW images using various adjustment functions like tone curve and sharpness. Remote Camera Control With Remote Camera Control, you can change the camera settings or release the shutter from a computer connected via a USB cable. To use Remote Camera
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List of MENU items For details on each MENU items, refer to the Help Guide. (Camera Settings1) Red tab Quality/Image Size Quality Image Size Aspect Ratio Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction Long Exposure NR High ISO NR Color Space Lens
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Bracket Settings / Recall / Memory AF Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C Focus Area AF Illuminator Center Lock-on AF AF System AF w/ shutter Pre-AF Eye-Start AF AF Area Auto Clear Disp. cont. AF area Sets self-timer shooting in bracket mode, shooting order for exposure bracketing,
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AF Micro Adj. Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). Exposure Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of the entire image. ISO Sets the ISO sensitivity. ([ISO AUTO], etc.) ISO AUTO Min. SS Sets the slowest shutter
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within a smaller area than the flexible spot. MF Assist Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus areas with a specific color when focusing manually. Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function. Face Detection/Shoot Assist
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Auto Obj. Framing Analyzes the scene when capturing faces, close-ups, or subjects tracked by the Lock-on AF function, and automatically trims and saves another copy of the image with a more impressive composition. (Camera Settings2) Purple tab Movie Movie/S&Q Motion File Format Record Setting
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Settings Zoom Zoom Zoom Setting Zoom Ring Rotate Display/Auto Review DISP Button FINDER/MONITOR Finder Frame Rate Zebra Grid Line Exposure Set. Guide Sets which markers to displayed on the monitor when recording movies. Shoots images without a shutter sound. Sets whether to use the electronic front
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Live View Display Auto Review Custom Operation Custom Key(Shoot.) Custom Key(PB) Function Menu Set. Dial/Wheel Setup Dial/Wheel Ev Comp MOVIE Button Dial/Wheel Lock Audio signals (Wireless) Send to Smartphone Send to Computer View on TV GB 38 Sets whether to reflect settings such as exposure
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, etc. Resets all the network settings. Light Green tab Displays the application list. You can select the application you want to use. Displays instructions on using the application. Blue tab Deletes an image. Plays back images from a specified date or specified folder of still images and movies
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using a commercially available Eye-Fi card. Sets whether to display the tile menu every time you press the MENU button. Turns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting mode) on or off. Sets whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is preselected in the delete confirmation screen. Sets the display
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the HDMI settings. Sets how to record and output 4K movies via HDMI when the camera is connected to an external recorder/player that supports 4K. Sets the USB connection method. Enhances compatibility by limiting the functions of USB connection. Set to [Multi] in normal conditions and to [Single
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Date/Time Setup Sets the date, time, and daylight savings. Area Setting Sets the location of use. Copyright Info Sets copyright information for still images. Format Formats the memory card. File Number Sets the method used to assign file numbers. Set File Name Changes the first 3
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OSS lens (sold separately) --Using a Sony SDXC memory card of UHS Speed Class 3 ( ) (sold separately) --[Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual] [±0] --[Monitor Brightness]: [Manual] [±0] --[Display Quality]: [Standard] ••The numbers for "Shooting (still images)" are based on the CIPA standard and shooting
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••The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: --The image quality is set to XAVC S HD 60p 50M /50p 50M . --Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeatedly shooting, zooming, shooting stand-by, turning on/off, etc. --
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Note ••When an SDHC memory card is used to record an XAVC S movie over extended periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files 4 GB in size. The divided files can be handled as a single file by importing them to a computer using PlayMemories Home. Number of recordable images When
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The number of images that can be recorded on a memory card The table below 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
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Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], [XAVC S HD
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File Format Record Setting 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB MP4 1920×1080 60p 28M / 50p 28M 35 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 35 m 5 h 20 m 1920×1080 30p 16M / 25p 16M 1 h 2 h 4 h 10 m 8 h 25 m 1280×720 30p 6M / 25p 6M 2 h 35 m 5 h 20 m 10 h 55 m 22 h * Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC ••
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Notes on continuous movie recording ••It requires a lot of power to perform high quality movie recording or continuous shooting. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the temperature inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor. In such cases, the camera will turn off
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Specifications Camera [System] Camera type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image sensor APS-C format (23.5 mm × 15.6 mm) CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 24 200 000 pixels Total pixel number of image sensor Approx. 25 000 000 pixels
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mm from the eyepiece frame at -1 m-1 Diopter Adjustment -4.0 m-1 to +3.0 m-1 [Input/output terminals] Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) * Supports Micro USB compatible device. HDMI HDMI type D micro jack  (Microphone) Terminal 3.5 mm Stereo mini jack [Power] Battery type Rechargeable
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±3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps) [Wireless LAN] Supported format IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency band 2.4 GHz Supported security protocols WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Configuration method Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)/ Manual Access method Infrastructure mode [NFC] Tag type NFC Forum Type 3 Tag
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On focal length The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mmformat camera. You can find the approximate equivalent of the focal length of a 35 mm-format camera, and shoot with the same picture angle, by increasing the focal length of your lens by half. For example, by using a 50
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marks by Sony Corporation is under license. ••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  frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. GB 54
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