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  • Sony ILCE-7SM3 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera E-mount Instruction Manual 5-021-320-11(1) "Help Guide" (Web manual) Refer to "Help Guide" for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2010/h_zz/ ILCE-7SM3
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    on the camera. Scan here https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2010/h_zz/ ILCE-7SM3 Help Guide Instruction Manual (this book) This manual introduces some basic functions. For the quick start guide, see "Startup guide" (page 6). The "Startup guide" introduces the initial procedures from when you open the
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    Table of contents Check out the Help Guide 2 Startup guide 1: Checking the camera and the supplied items 6 2: Preparing the battery pack 7 3: Inserting a memory card into the camera 9 4: Attaching a lens 10 5: Setting the language and the
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    Using a smartphone and a computer Transferring images to a smartphone 41 Managing and editing images on a computer 43 Finding functions from MENU List of MENU items 44 (Shooting) tab 44 (Exposure/Color) tab 49 (Focus) tab 52 (Playback) tab 55 (Network) tab 57 (Setup) tab 59 (My Menu) tab
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    About this product/Notes on use Notes on using your camera 77 Troubleshooting 81 Memory cards that can be used 82 Specifications 84 Index 88 GB 5
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    Startup guide 1: Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. ••Camera Type-C® cable (1) ••Shoe cap (1) (Attached to the camera) ••Eyepiece cup (1) (Attached to the camera) ••Instruction Manual (1) (this manual) ••Reference Guide (1) GB 6
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    Startup guide 2: Preparing the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. ••Place the battery pack on the battery charger in the direction of . Slide
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    To charge the battery with the battery pack inserted into the camera Turn off the power of the camera, and connect the USB Type-C terminal on the camera to an external power source such as a commercially available USB AC adapter or mobile battery using a USB cable. When a device compatible with USB-
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    A memory cards and SD memory cards with this camera (page 82). 1 Open the memory card cover. Startup guide 2 Insert the memory card into the Slot 1. ••Both Slot 1 and Slot 2 support CFexpress Type A memory cards and SD memory cards. ••Insert a CFexpress Type A memory card with the label facing
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    4: 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 While aligning the white index marks (mounting indexes), push the lens
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    Startup guide To remove the lens Keep pressing the lens release button and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. Lens release
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    5: Setting the language and the clock ON/OFF (Power) switch Control wheel 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. 3 Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the area/date/time confirmation screen, and
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    Startup guide 6: Shooting images Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) This section describes how to shoot still images in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode,
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    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] using the control wheel on the confirmation screen, and then
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    Startup guide To play back movies Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. Select a movie to play back using the control wheel, and press
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    Basic operations Using the control wheel On the menu screen or the screen displayed by pressing the Fn button, you can move the selection frame by turning the control wheel or by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. Your selection is confirmed when you press the center of
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    Basic operations Using the multi-selector You can move the focus area by pushing the multi-selector up/down/left/ right. You can also assign a function to be activated when you press the center of the multi-selector. ••Put your finger right on top of the multi-selector to manipulate it more
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    Using the mode dial Use the mode dial to select a shooting mode according to the subject and purpose of shooting. ••Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial. Shooting mode details The modes on the mode dial are divided into still image
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    automatically. Select this when you want to shoot a fast-moving subject without blurring, or when you want to shoot a water or light trail. Manually adjust both the aperture value and shutter speed. You can shoot with your favorite exposure. (B) Movie recording modes Mode dial Shooting mode Movie
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    Ctrl Type] is set to [Flexible Exp. Mode]: You can use the custom button to which [Av Auto/Manual Switch] or [Tv Auto/Manual Switch] under [Auto/Manual Swt. Set.] is assigned to switch between the automatic setting and manual setting for each aperture value and shutter speed. If you select the
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    Basic operations Using the MENU button The menu screen is displayed by pressing the MENU button. You can change settings related to all of the camera operations including shooting and playback, or you can execute a function from the menu screen. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7  Menu tab Menu tabs are categorized by
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    Basic operations on the menu screen  Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.  Move within the menu tree and find the desired menu item by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. ••The displayed menu items differ between the still image shooting modes and movie
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    shooting still images are displayed. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Movie recording modes ( /S&Q) ••Menu items for recording movies are displayed. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Icons used in this manual : Menu items displayed in the still image shooting modes (AUTO/P/A/S/M) : Menu items displayed in the movie recording modes (Movie
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    Using the C (custom) buttons If you assign frequently used functions to the custom buttons (C1 to C4) in advance, you can quickly call up those functions simply by pressing the button during shooting or playback. Recommended functions are assigned to the custom buttons by default. To check/change
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    Basic operations Using the Fn (Function) button If you press the Fn (function) button during shooting, a menu (function menu) containing frequently used functions such as the Drive Mode and Focus Mode is displayed on the screen, allowing you to quickly call up the functions. Example of function
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    3 Press the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel to select a function to set. 4 Turn the front dial to select the desired setting, and press the center of the control wheel. ••Some functions can be fine-tuned using the rear dial. Using the Fn button in the [For viewfinder] display If you
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    and then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings. Operating guide Note ••Items that are grayed out on the [For viewfinder] screen cannot be changed by pressing the Fn button. ••Some settings
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    Using the DISP (Display Setting) button By pressing the DISP (Display Setting) button, you can change the content displayed on the screen during shooting and playback. The display switches each time the DISP button is pressed. Hint ••The monitor can be turned off with the DISP button. Add a check
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    Basic operations During shooting (Viewfinder) Level  No Disp. Info.  Histogram  Level ••To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder. During playback (Monitor/Viewfinder) Display Info.  Histogram  No Disp. Info.  Display Info.
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    after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using [Manual Focus] from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting. (Manual Focus): Adjusts the focus manually. If you cannot focus on the intended subject using auto focus, use
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    the [Focus Hold] function. ••When you set the focus to infinity in the [Manual Focus] mode or the [DMF] mode, make sure that the focus is on . Note ••[Automatic AF] is available only when you are using a lens that supports phase detection AF (page 35). ••When [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] is
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    Selecting the focus area ( Focus Area) Set the type of focusing frame when shooting with the auto focus. Select the mode according to the subject. MENU  (Focus)  [Focus Area]  [ Focus Area]  desired setting. Wide: Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically. When
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    Using the shooting functions Note ••[ Focus Area] is locked to [Wide] in the following situations: --[Intelligent Auto] ••The focus area may not light up during continuous shooting or when the shutter button is pressed all the way down at once. ••When the mode dial is set to (Movie) or (S&Q Motion
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    When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor ••When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [ Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focusing frame is shown by the dotted line. The AF operates with priority on and around the center area. To move the
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    AF and contrast AF. Note ••Phase detection AF is available only when an applicable lens is attached. If you use a lens that does not support phase detection AF, you cannot use [Automatic AF], [AF Tracking Sensitivity], [AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity] or [AF Transition Speed]. Also, even if you use
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    Item [ Face/Eye Prior. in AF] function [Eye AF] via a custom key Subject detection The camera will detect faces/ The camera will detect faces/ eyes with greater priority. eyes exclusively. Advance preparation Select [ Face/Eye Prior. in AF]  [On] (page 54). Assign [Eye AF] to the desired
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    Using the shooting functions [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key. The camera can focus on eyes as long as you are pressing the key. This is useful when you want to temporarily apply the Eye AF function to the entire screen regardless of the
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    mode by selecting MENU  (Shooting)  [Drive Mode]  [Drive Mode]. ••For details on parameters other than [Cont. Shooting], refer to the "Help Guide." Single Shooting: Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button (page 39). Self
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    Using the shooting functions Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. 1 Select / (Drive Mode) on the control wheel  [Cont. Shooting]. ••You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU   [Drive Mode]  [Drive Mode]. (Shooting) 2 Select the
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     [Touch Operation]  [Touch Panel/Pad] to choose which type of operation to enable. For details on the touch functions, refer to the "Help Guide." Hint ••Setting [Touch Sensitivity] to [Sensitive] improves the touch response. Note ••The monitor may not respond when you operate it with gloves. GB 40
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    Using a smartphone and a computer Using a smartphone and a computer Transferring images to a smartphone You can transfer images to a smartphone by connecting the camera and a smartphone via Wi-Fi. : Operations performed on the smartphone : Operations performed on the camera 1 : Install Imaging
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    For details on how to connect to a smartphone, refer to the following support sites: https://www.sony.net/dics/iem02/ ••For details on other to operate the camera, refer to the "Help Guide." ••The Wi-Fi functions introduced in this manual are not guaranteed to operate on all smartphones or
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    Using a smartphone and a computer Managing and editing images on a computer By connecting the camera to a computer using a USB cable or inserting the camera's memory card into the computer, you can import recorded images to the computer. You can perform remote shooting from a computer, and adjust
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    Finding functions from MENU List of MENU items For details on how to use the menu, see "Using the MENU button" (page 21). The displayed menu items vary depending on the position of the mode dial (page 18). In the tables below, the modes in which each menu item is displayed are indicated by the
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    Finding functions from MENU HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio File Format Movie Settings S&Q Settings Proxy Settings Shooting Long Exposure NR High ISO NR HLG Still Image Color Space Media Lens Compensation Format Rec. Media Settings Recover Image DB Display Media Info. Selects the size of HEIF
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    File File/Folder Settings Select REC Folder Create New Folder IPTC Information Copyright Info Write Serial Number File Settings Shooting Mode Exposure Mode Exposure Mode Exposure Ctrl Type Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory Memory/Recall Media Sets file names for still images to be shot, and
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    Finding functions from MENU Reg. Custom Shoot Set Drive Mode Drive Mode Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func. Shutter/Silent Silent Mode Settings Shutter Type e-Front Curtain Shut. Release w/o Lens Release w/o Card Anti-flicker Shoot. Audio Recording Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing
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    recording. Sets SteadyShot settings. Applies the SteadyShot function according to the focal length set using [ Focal Length] when [ SteadyShot Adjust.] is set to [Manual]. Sets the zoom scale. Sets whether to use the Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom when zooming. Sets the zoom speed when the
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    the safety zone display. This becomes the standard range that can be received by a general household TV. Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. Finding functions from MENU (Exposure/Color) tab Exposure Auto Slow
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    Auto] or [Aperture Priority], you can set the shutter speed at which the ISO sensitivity starts changing. Auto/Manual Swt. Set. When recording movies, you can switch the auto/manual setting of the aperture value and shutter speed independently. You can use this function just like the exposure
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    Finding functions from MENU Spot Metering Point AEL w/ Shutter Flash Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction External Flash Set. White Balance White Balance Priority Set in AWB Shutter AWB Lock Sets whether to coordinate the spot metering point with the focus area
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    as color and tone when recording images. * This function is for skilled movie creators. Sets whether or not to display stripes to use as a guide when adjusting the brightness. Adjusts the brightness level of the zebra pattern. Selects the focus mode. ([Single-shot AF] / [Continuous AF], etc.) Sets
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    Priority Set in AF-C AF Tracking Sensitivity AF Illuminator Aperture Drive in AF AF w/ Shutter Pre-AF AF Transition Speed AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity Focus Area Focus Area Focus Area Limit Switch V/H AF Area Focus Area Color Sets the timing of the shutter release when [ Focus Mode] is set to [
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    AF Area Registration Del. Regist. AF Area AF Area Auto Clear AF-C Area Display Phase Detect. Area Circ. of Focus Point AF Frame Move Amt Face/Eye AF Face/Eye Prior. in AF Face/Eye Subject Right/Left Eye Select Face/Eye Frame Disp. Face Memory Regist. Faces Priority Sets whether to temporarily move
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    Spot]. Sets the initial magnification scale when using [Focus Magnifier]. Sets the peaking function, which enhances the outline of in-focus areas when focusing manually. Sets the level of enhancement of infocus areas. Sets the color used to enhance in-focus areas. Selects the memory card slot of the
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    Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Selection/Memo Protect Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Delete Delete Delete confirm. Edit Rotate Copy Photo Capture JPEG/HEIF Switch Viewing Cont. Play for Interval Play Speed for Interval Slide Show Sets the initial magnification scale when
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    Playback Option Image Index Display as Group Display Rotation Focus Frame Display Select Image Jump Dial Image Jump Method Displays multiple images at the same time. Sets whether or not to display images shot continuously or shot using interval shooting as a group. Sets the playback orientation for
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    from a paired smartphone. Registers an access point by pushing the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button on the access point. Registers an access point manually. Sets the frequency band for Wi-Fi communications. Displays Wi-Fi information for the camera such as the MAC address, IP address, etc. Resets
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    Finding functions from MENU Display Wired LAN Info. Network Option Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Import Root Certificate Security(IPsec) Reset Network Set. Displays wired LAN information for this camera such as the MAC address or IP address, etc. Disables wireless communications from the device
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    Operation Customize Custom Key Setting Custom Key Setting Custom Key Setting Fn Menu Settings Different Set for Still/Mv DISP (Screen Disp) Set REC w/ Shutter Zoom Ring Rotate Dial Customize My Dial Settings Assigns functions to the various keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by
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    Dial Setup Av/Tv Rotate Dial Ev Comp Function Ring(Lens) Lock Operation Parts Touch Operation Touch Operation Touch Sensitivity Touch Panel/Pad Touch Pad Settings Touch Func. in Shooting Finder/Monitor Select Finder/Monitor Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Sets the functions of the front and
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    Finder Color Temp. Viewfinder Magnifi. Display Quality Finder Frame Rate Display Option TC/UB Disp. Setting Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Remain Shoot Display Auto Review Power Setting Option Power Save Start Time Auto Power OFF Temp. Sound Option Volume Settings Sets the color
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    Finding functions from MENU 4ch Audio Monitoring Audio signals USB USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply External Output HDMI Resolution HDMI Output Settings HDMI Info. Display CTRL FOR HDMI Selects the audio channel combination to output to the headphone terminals when the audio channel
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    Cleans the image sensor. Sets whether or not to automatically optimize the image sensor when the camera is turned off. Performs image sensor optimization manually. Displays the camera software version. (My Menu) tab My Menu Setting Add Item Sort Item Delete Item Delete Page Delete All Display From
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    Identifying parts Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details. Front side Identifying parts  Microphone Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.  AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Visible light sensor and IR sensor Do not cover this
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    Rear side  Eyepiece cup To remove the eyepiece cup Push the grips at the bottom of the eyepiece cup to the left and right and lift up the cup.  MENU button (21)  Monitor (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) (40) You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any
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     Diopter-adjustment dial Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is hard to operate the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup before operating the dial.  Control wheel (16)  Access lamp  For shooting: C4
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    Top side  Mode dial (18) The mode dial is unlocked while you hold down the unlock button at the center.  Rear dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.  Exposure compensation dial Pressing the lock button at the center switches the exposure compensation dial between the
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    details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufacturers' accessories are not guaranteed. ••If the subject
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    a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera. GB 70   (Headphones) jack  Charge lamp  Multi/Micro USB Terminal* This terminal supports Micro USB-compatible devices.  USB Type-C terminal
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    * For details on compatible accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Notes on USB terminals You can use either the USB Type-C terminal or the Multi/Micro USB Terminal for USB communications. However
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    Notes on the cable protector Use the cable protector to prevent a cable from being disconnected when shooting images with the cable connected. To attach the cable protector  Open the HDMI terminal cover, headphone terminal cover, and USB terminal cover.  Fit the hook of the cable protector into
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    the battery cover into the attachment site, and then push in the battery cover by attaching the shaft on the opposite side.  Tripod socket hole Supports 1/4-20 UNC screws Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the
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    may differ from the actual display. Some icons may not be displayed depending on the camera settings. •• For other icons, refer to the "Help Guide." During still image shooting 699 1/8 0.0 ISO AUTO  The mode dial is set to (Program Auto).  Number of the memory card slot recording the shooting
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     [ SteadyShot] is set to [On].  [JPEG/HEIF Switch] is set to [JPEG]. [JPEG Quality] is set to [Fine].  Remaining battery level  [ Metering Mode] is set to [Multi].  NFC is active.  [ White Balance] is set to [Auto].  [ D-Range Optimizer: Auto] is selected.  [ Creative Look] is set to
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    During movie recording 18m XAVCSHD 60p 4:2:0 8bit 0:00 0.0  Recordable movie time for the currently displayed slot  [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD].  [ Movie Settings] is set to [60p 50M 4:2:0 8bit].  Actual movie recording time  [Audio Level Display] is set to [On].  [ ISO] is set to [
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    product/Notes on use About this product/Notes on use Notes on using your camera Along with this section, also see "Precautions" in the Help Guide. Notes on handling the product ••This camera is designed to be dust resistant and splash resistant, but it is not guaranteed to completely prevent the
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    /accessories Using this unit with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to accidents or malfunction. 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
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    Warning on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Notes on location information If you upload and share an image tagged with a location, you may
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    in other EU countries/regions Use the power cord (B). (A) (B) For Customers in the U.S.A. For question regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-800-222-SONY (7669). Supplier's Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WW271448 Responsible Party: Sony
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the product, try the following solutions.  Refer to the "Help Guide."  Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power.  Initialize the settings.  Consult your dealer or local authorized service
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    recording Movie recording formats and compatible memory cards are as follows. File Format Maximum recordable bit-rate Supported memory card XAVC S HD 100Mbps ••CFexpress Type A memory card ••SDHC/SDXC card (U3 or that can be used for [S&Q Motion] shooting, refer to the "Help Guide." GB 82
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    Note ••When shooting a proxy movie, a higher-speed memory card may be required. ••CFexpress Type B memory cards cannot be used. ••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. ••When recording a
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    Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type: Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens: Sony E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format: 35 mm full frame (35.6 mm × 23.8 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 12 100 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 12 900 000
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    : 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Connection method: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)/ Manual Access method: Infrastructure mode WW389565 (see name plate on the bottom of camera) Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency band: 2.4 GHz Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Connection method: Wi
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    [NFC] Tag type: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant [Bluetooth communications] Bluetooth standard Ver. 5 Frequency band: 2.4 GHz Battery charger BC-QZ1 Rated input: 100 - 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.38 A Rated output: 8.4 V , 1.6 A Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 Rated voltage: 7.2 V Design and specifications
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    in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the  or  marks may not be used in all cases in this manual. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. GB 87
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    F Fn 25 Focus 30 Focus Area 32 Focus indicator 31 Focus Mode 30 Function button 25 H Help Guide 2 I Imaging Edge Desktop 43 In-Camera Guide 2 L Language 59 Lens 10 List of icons 74 M Manual Focus 30 Memory card 9, 82 MENU button 21 MF 30 Mode dial 18 Monitor 74 Multi Interface Shoe
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    Index S Send to Smartphone 41 Shooting movies 14 Shooting still images 13 Single-shot AF 30 Software 43 Specifications 84 Spot 32 T Touch Focus 40 Touch pad 40 Touch Tracking 40 Tracking 32 GB 89
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ILCE-7SM3
5-021-320-
11
(1)
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
“Help Guide” (Web manual)
Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth
instructions on the many functions
of the camera.
Instruction Manual
E-mount