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    be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2010 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-3/NEX-5 4-183-856-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation
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    to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-3/3C/ NEX-5/5C Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
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    by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble
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    matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. GB 4
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    instructions user different for a digital device pursuant service or guarantee documents. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific
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    materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data cover, be sure to attach the GB fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you 6 should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service
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    Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied 10 Identifying parts 12 Preparing the battery pack 16 Attaching/removing the lens 19 Inserting a memory card (sold separately 21 Attaching the flash 23 Turning on the camera and setting up the date 25 Mastering the basic
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    65 Learning more about the camera (α Handbook 68 Troubleshooting 69 Precautions 73 Specifications 76 Index 81 This instruction manual is for models NEX-3/3C and NEX-5/5C. The NEX-5/5C is used for illustrations in this manual, unless otherwise specified. The differences between each model are
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    This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. Model name NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA NEX-5D/5CD/3D/3CD NEX-5H/5CH NEX-5K/5CK/3K/3CK Lens E16 mm E18 - 55 mm and E16 mm E18 - 200 mm E18 - 55 mm GB 9
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    accessories • Battery charger BC-VW1 (1) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) x NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA • E16 mm single focus lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera
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    Preparing the camera x NEX-5K/5CK/3K/3CK • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) GB 11
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    Remote sensor E AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp F Speaker G Microphone* H Smart accessory terminal (23) I Lens (19) J Lens release button (20) K Mount L Image sensor** M Lens contact** * Do not cover this part during movie recording. ** Do not touch this part directly. When the
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    NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C A (USB) terminal B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera. C HDMI terminal (49) D Light sensor E LCD monitor The tilting LCD monitor of the camera allows flexible shooting positions. F MOVIE button (28) G Control wheel (32) H
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    NEX-5/5C x Flash Preparing the camera NEX-3/3C A Screw B Flash C Connector* * Do not touch this part directly. A Battery/Memory card cover (17, 21) B Tripod receptacle • 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
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    the E18 - 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5D/ 5CD/5K/5CK/3D/3CD/3K/ 3CK) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter
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    the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). x Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be
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    Preparing the camera Notes • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction. x Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the cover open lever, open the
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    -5/5C all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. Lock lever NEX-3/3C Lock lever 3 Close the cover. Preparing the camera x Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD monitor. Battery level
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    of the arrow. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. NEX-5/5C Lock lever NEX-3/3C Lock lever Attaching/removing the lens The camera will come with the lens attached (except for the NEX-5H/5CH). Refer to the steps below when attaching other lenses. 1 If the body cap or the packaging lid is
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    index marks Preparing the camera Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force 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
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    , attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations. • Do not leave the camera with the lens removed. Inserting a memory card (sold separately) 1 Open the cover. Preparing the camera 2 Insert a memory card. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. NEX-5/5C
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    3 Close the cover. x Removing the memory card Open the cover, make sure that the access NEX-5/5C lamp is not lit, and push the memory card once. NEX-3/3C Access lamp Preparing the camera Access lamp Note • When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn
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    you want to use a flash during shooting, attach the flash device (supplied). The flash is enabled when it is raised, and disabled when lowered. 1 Attach the flash to the smart accessory terminal of the camera. • When using the E18 - 200 mm lens, you must attach the extender (page 24). 2 Fasten the
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    Put the flash in the case when you are not using it to protect it from harm. x Attaching the extender (when using the E18 - 200 mm lens) If you attach the flash directly to the camera, images will be partly shadowed by the lens. To avoid this situation, attach the extender. 1 Attach the extender to
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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 to confirm [OK]. 3 Select your area
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    time/Checking the current clock setting Press [Menu], then select [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup] (page 32, 54). 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 whether the power is on or off, or
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    camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD monitor: (Night View), (Tripod Night View), (Night Portrait), (Backlight), (Backlight Scene Recognition icon and guide Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape), or (Macro). 3 When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom
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    button fully down to shoot. Recording movies 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. 2 Point the camera to the subject. 3 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Focus and brightness are adjusted automatically. MOVIE button 4 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. GB 28
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    Mastering the basic operation Notes • The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable the sound recording by selecting [Menu] t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t [Off] (page 32, 54). •
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    control wheel to select the desired movie, and press the center. During movie playback To pause/resume To fast-forward To fast-rewind To slow-forward To slow-reverse To adjust sound volume Control wheel operation Press the center. Press the right, or turn it right. Press the left, or turn it
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    2 Press the center of the control wheel to confirm [OK]. Press [Cancel] to quit the operation. [Cancel] [OK] z To delete several images Select [Menu] t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete specific images at the same time. Mastering the basic operation GB 31
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    the control wheel and soft keys The control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera. x Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Flash Mode), (Exposure Comp.) and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display
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    x Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role ( by the icon or the function shown on the screen. A In this case, soft key A works as the [Menu] button, C and soft key B as the [Shoot. Tips] button. Soft B key C works as the [Shoot Mode] button
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    operation Using the guide function of the camera The camera provides various "Help Guides" which explain the functions, and "Shooting Tips" which introduce tips for better shooting. Use these guides to make better use of the camera. x Help Guides The camera displays the Help Guide to explain the
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    ] 3 Defocus the background by turning the control wheel. : Turn up to focus : Turn down to defocus Press [Back] to restore the original status. Control may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used. z For a better result of [Background Defocus] • Move closer
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    is raised. (Autoflash): Fires if it is dark or against light. (Fill-flash): Fires every time you trigger the shutter. (Slow Sync.): Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background. (Rear Sync.): Fires right before
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    when you want to include yourself in the picture. To cancel the timer, press again. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates. (Self-timer: 2 Sec): Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. You can prevent blur caused by
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    Shooting still images continuously The camera records images continuously while you press and hold down the from (Drive Mode) to shoot more images continuously (max. 7 images per second). The focus and exposure of the first shot are used for the following shots. Changing the screen display
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    with preset settings according to the subject or condition. (Anti Motion Blur): Reduces the camera shake when shooting a slightly dark indoor scene or a telephoto. (Sweep Panorama): Shoots with panoramic size. M (Manual Exposure): Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed. S (Shutter Priority
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    Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. (Macro): Shoots close subjects camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. (Sunset): Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. (Night Portrait): Shoots portraits in night scenes. Attach and fire the flash
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    subject, then press the shutter button fully down. This part will not be taken. 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD monitor. Guidance bar Note • The camera continues shooting during [Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shooting
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    images are being displayed. Press it again to pause. • Panoramic images are played back with the supplied software "PMB" (page 60). • Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly. Shows the displayed area of the whole panoramic image. x Shutter Priority
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    image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural and dynamic image. x Aperture Priority You can adjust the range in focus, or defocuses the background. 1 Select A (Aperture Priority) (page 39). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center. GB 43
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    will be reproduced when the image is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. In the case of movies, the larger the image size, the higher the image quality. 1 Press [Menu]. [Menu] 2 Use the control wheel to select [Image Size] t [Image Size
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    Shoots images using standard size. Vertical: 2160 × 3872 Horizontal: 8192 × 1856 Shoots images using wide size. Vertical: 2160 × 5536 Horizontal: 12416 × 1856 Movie NEX-5/5C [AVCHD] mode 1920 × 1080 Average bit-rate 17 Mbps [MP4] mode 1440 × 1080 Average bit-rate 12 Mbps VGA (640 × 480) 3 Mbps
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    to select the desired mode, and press the center. (Off): Does not use Face Detection function. (Auto): Selects the face the camera is to automatically focus on. (Child Priority): Detects and shoots with priority on child's face. (Adult Priority): Detects and shoots with priority on adult's face
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    Using the playback functions Enlarging the playback image (Enlarge Image) 1 Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. 2 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press [Enlarge] (the center of the control wheel). (Playback) button 3 Turn the control wheel to adjust the scaling.
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    Displaying the image list 1 Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. 2 Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six images are displayed at a time. (Playback) button 3 Turn the control wheel to select an image. • To return to the single-image screen, select the desired image, and
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    and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on the other end. z Using your camera abroad NEX-5/5C: To view movies shot using this camera on a TV, the camera and TV must use the same color television system. NEX-3/3C: The camera automatically detects the color system to match that of the connected TV
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    mode, such as exposure mode, panoramic, Scene Selection. Intelligent Auto Scene Selection Anti Motion Blur Sweep Panorama Manual Exposure Shutter Priority Aperture Priority Program Auto The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. Shoots with preset settings according to the
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    (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manualfocus) Selects the area to be focused on. (Multi/Center/Flexible Spot) Selects the autofocus method. (Single-shot AF/Continuous AF) Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is
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    the movie recording format. (AVCHD/MP4) Selects the image size. * NEX-5/5C only x Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as such as white balance. Exposure Comp. ISO White Balance Metering Mode Flash Compensation DRO/Auto HDR GB 52 Compensates for the brightness of the
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    you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AF Illuminator Red Eye Reduction Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim places. (Auto/Off) Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to prevent eyes from being shot in red
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    manually. (On/Off) 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 long exposure shootings. (On/Off) Sets the noise reduction
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    PTP) Allows you to clean the image sensor. Displays the version of the camera and the lens. Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with movies. (On/Off) Resets the camera to the factory-settings. Formats the memory card. Selects the method used for assigning file numbers to images. (Series
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    were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. NEX-5C/3C do not have - Sweep Panorama Anti Motion Blur Scene - Selection - - - - - - - Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure - Self-timer
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    Intelligent Auto Sweep Panorama - Anti Motion Blur - Scene Selection - Program Auto - Aperture Priority - Shutter Priority - Manual Exposure - Autoflash - - Fill-flash - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Slow Sync Rear Sync Notes • The flash modes may be limited also by
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    Importing images to the computer Installing the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: • Sony Image Data Suite "Image Data Converter SR" "Image Data Lightbox SR" • "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) (Windows only) Note • Log on as Administrator. x
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    Sony Image Data Suite" and "PMB" are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions using the supplied software and importing images Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended. Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more GB 59
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    instructions on the screen to complete the installation. What you can do with the supplied software x "PMB" With "PMB" you can do the following, etc.: • Import images shot with the camera [PMB] t [PMB Help]. The support information for the "PMB" (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ Note •
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    DVD Writer), you can transfer data by inserting a memory card into the memory card slot of the DVD writer, or connecting your camera to the DVD writer with a USB cable. • When you use Sony DVDirect (DVD writer), make sure that the version of DVD writer's firmware is the latest. For details, refer to
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    image quality (HD) disc is created. • You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players. Standard definition image quality (STD) movie converted from high
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    images The 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 14M Aspect ratio: 3:2* (Units
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    (1280×720 (Fine))** 0:27:00 * NEX-5/5C ** NEX-3/3C 4GB 0:28:30 0:41:40 0:54 ]. - Shooting once every 30 seconds. - The flash strobes once every two times. - The power turns Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera &
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    of icons on the LCD monitor Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control Number of recordable still images Image size of movies Memory card/Upload Others 123 Min Recordable time of movies GB 65
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    battery Scene Recognition icons Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Does not record sound during movie recording Camera shake warning Overheating warning Shoot Mode Shoot. Tips z GB 66 D Display Indication Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual Exposure compensation Shutter
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    Display Indication Drive Mode Display Indication Smile detection sensitivity indicator Focus mode ±0.0 Flash compensation Metering Mode Focus area mode Face Detection Smile Shutter ISO AWB White Balance 7500K G9 Creative Style Others DRO/Auto HDR GB 67
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    detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. x For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Click [Handbook]. 3 Click [Install]. 4 Start "α Handbook" from the shortcut
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the 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 pack, use the tip of the battery
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    may flash. • The CHARGE lamp flashes in two ways, fast (about 0.15-second intervals) and slow (about 1.5-second intervals). If it is flashing fast, capacity of the memory card. • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • The lens is not attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page
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    insufficient. • The subject may require special focusing. Use the [Flexible Spot] or manual focus function. The flash does not work. • Raise the flash (page 23). • The flash is not attached correctly. Reattach the flash (page 23). • You cannot use a flash with the following shooting mode: - [Bracket
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    light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. When using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The corners of the picture are too flash, resulting in camera shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended (page 23). [Hand-held Night Shot] in [Scene Selection] (page 40) and [Anti Motion
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    sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it may cause a fire. When you must place the camera under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • A magnet is attached to the back of the LCD monitor. Do not put objects that are affected by magnetic fields, such as a floppy disk or a credit card, between the
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    Adaptor (sold separately), and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. On memory cards Do not attach a label, etc. on a memory card or a card adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. Notes on recording/ playback • When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is
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    stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission. • 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. Notes when playing movies on other devices (NEX-5/5C) • This
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    manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a battery pack that is charged for an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out. GB 76 Specifications Camera [System] Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital camera Lens: E-mount lens equivalent, with F2.8 lens) ISO sensitivity (
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    Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch NEX-3/3C: Movie: MPEG-4 Visual USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Flash Flash guide number: GN 7 (in meters at ISO 100) Recycling time: Approx. 4 seconds Flash coverage: Covering 16 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates) Flash
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    - 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). Lens E16 mm single focus lens E18 - 55 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-5A/5CA/5D/5CD/ NEX-5D/5CD/5K/5CK/ 3A/3CA/3D/3CD 3D/3CD/3K/3CK Equivalent 24 35 mm-format focal length*1 (mm) 27 - 82.5 Lens groups-elements
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    edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed. Trademarks • is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," , "Memory Stick PRO," , "Memory Stick Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo," , "Memory Stick Micro," "MagicGate," and are trademarks
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    of MultiMediaCard Association. • "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • Adobe is a registered trademark or a . • 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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    /Time Setup 54 Delete 30 Demo Mode 55 Disc creation 61 Display Card Space 55 Display Color 55 Display Contents 38, 51 Drive Mode 51 DRO/Auto HDR 52 E Enlarge 47 Enlarge Image 47 Exposure compensation 37 Extender for Flash 24 Eye-Fi Setup 55 F Face Detection 46 File Format 52 File
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    40 Manual Exposure 39 Memory card 21 Menu 50 Metering Mode 52 MF Assist 54 Moisture condensation 74 Movie 28 Movie Audio Rec 54 N New Folder 55 Night Portrait 40 Night View 40 P Panorama 41 Panorama Direction 51 Playback 29 Playback Display 55 Playback on TV 49 Playback zoom 47
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NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C
Interchangeable
Lens Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
Preparing the camera
Mastering the basic
operation
Using the recording
functions
Using the playback
functions
Checking the functions
available
Importing images to the
computer
Others
E-mount
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