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4-437-008-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index NEX-6/NEX-5R GB © 2012 Sony Corporation - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 2
is indicated by . Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to the correct operation of the camera. The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera. The zmark indicates information that is useful to know. 2GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 3
of contents Sample photo Menu Index Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook 2 Sample photo 7 Identifying parts 13 List of icons on the screen 20 Basic operations Operating the camera 23 Menu 29 Shooting images 36 Playing back images 39 Deleting images 41 - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 4
Menu Index Using functions with the mode dial (NEX-6 only) Intelligent Auto 64 Superior Auto 66 Scene Selection 68 Sweep Panorama 70 Manual Exposure 72 Shutter Priority 74 Aperture Priority 75 Program Auto 76 Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents 49 (Exposure Comp - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 5
Using the software 208 Connecting the camera to the computer 211 Creating a movie disc 213 Printing still images 217 Adding functions to the camera Adding functions to the camera (Application downloading 218 Launching the downloaded application 221 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 222 Warning - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 6
243 This manual covers the NEX-6 and NEX-5R. Illustrations and display on the screen are for the NEX-6 unless otherwise noted. The main characteristics of each model are as follows: Model name NEX-6 NEX-5R Mode dial Compatible Incompatible Touch panel Viewfinder Flash Incompatible Compatible - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 7
subjects (page 12) If you click on a photo, the screen will jump to the page describing the function recommended for shooting that kind of photo. Refer to those descriptions in addition to the shooting tips displayed on the screen of the camera. See the pages in parentheses for details of operation - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 8
) 68 A person in front of night view (68) 56 A group photo (56, 57) 94 A person with soft skin tones (94) 58 The same scene with different brightness (58) 69 A person in candle light (69) 60 A moving person (60) 77 A person lit from behind (77) Index 8GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 9
105 Adjusting the color to indoor light (105) 68 Flowers (68) 109 Lowering the amount of flash light (109) 79 Focusing manually (79) 52 Shooting subjects in better brightness (52) 60 Preventing camera-shake for indoor shots (60) 52 Making food look appealing (52) Menu Index 9GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 10
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Shooting landscapes 52 The sky in vivid colors (52) 74 Running water (74) 114 Vivid green colors (114) 114 Colored leaves (114) 70 Panoramic photos (70) 110 Scenery with a wide range of brightness (110) 110 Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (110) - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 11
sunset/night scenes 68 Holding the camera by hand (68) 68 Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully (68) 73 Fireworks (73) 77 Trail of light (77) 58 The same scene in different brightness (58) 43 Defocusing the background (43) 56 Preventing camera-shake (56) Menu Index 11GB Continued - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 12
Table of contents Sample photo Shooting fast moving subjects 83 Following a moving subject (83) 79 Shooting the subject approaching the camera (79) 74 Expressing vigorous action (74) 55 Capturing the best moment (55) Menu Index 12GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 13
. A Flash (77) B Shutter button (36) C Hook for shoulder strap D Fn (Function) button (62) E Remote sensor (59) F ON/OFF (Power) switch G AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp H Multi Interface Shoe 1)2) (NEX-6)/Smart Accessory Terminal 2 3) (NEX-5R) I Microphone 4) J Lens K Lens release - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 14
(79) B Viewfinder (NEX-6 only) C Eyepiece cup (NEX-6 only) • Not attached to the camera at the factory. D Eye sensor (NEX-6 only) E Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) F Charge lamp G Micro USB terminal (211) H HDMI terminal (203) I LCD screen (NEX-6 only) / LCD screen/Touch panel (NEX-5R only) J (Flash pop-up - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 15
selected in the default setting (page 141). • When storing the LCD screen after Self-portrait shooting, lower the LCD screen completely until it fits against the camera body, then slide the LCD screen upward until both the bottoms of the LCD screen and the camera body are aligned. 15GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 16
Table of contents Sample photo NEX-6 NEX-5R A Battery/memory card cover B Access lamp C Memory card insertion slot D Battery compartment E Connection plate cover • Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 17
Table of contents Sample photo Flash HVL-F7S (NEX-5R only) A Screw B Flash1) C Connector 1) 1) Do not touch this part directly. If it is dirty, wipe it off with a soft clean cloth. Lens E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-6L/6Y/5RL/5RY) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 18
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RK) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts 1) G Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. 18GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 19
E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-6Y/5RY) Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts 1) F Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. 19GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 20
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 RAW RAW+J FINE STD 60i/50i 60i/50i 60p/50p 24p/25p 24p/25p 100% Image quality of still images Recording mode of movies Remaining battery Flash - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 21
status (Touch Shutter/Object Tracking/Touch operation off) (NEX-5R only) Wind noise reduction is activated SteadyShot/SteadyShot warning Control dial Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) connection error (NEX5R only) Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) overheating warning (NEX-5R only - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 22
±0.0 ±0.0 Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual Exposure compensation ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator not work on the image. Touch shutter ON/OFF switch (NEX-5R only) Histogram 22GB Index Menu Sample photo Table of contents - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 23
photo Basic operations Operating the camera The control wheel, control dial, soft key and touch panel (NEX-5R only) allow you to use various functions of the camera. NEX-6 NEX-5R Control dial Control dial Soft keys Control wheel Soft keys Control wheel Control wheel When shooting, DISP - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 24
arrow means you can turn the control wheel. When options are displayed on the screen, you can browse through them by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel. Press the center to make your choice. Notes • The application downloading function may not be available in - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 25
can set the aperture value and shutter speed, etc. by turning the control dial. The setting value assigned to the control dial changes for each shooting mode. NEX-6 Control dial NEX-5R Aperture value and shutter speed, etc. Control dial Aperture value and shutter speed, etc. Menu Index 25GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 26
function shown on the screen. A In this case, soft key A works as C the MENU (Menu) button, and soft key B as (View on Smartphone) button. B Touch panel (NEX-5R only) You can operate the camera intuitively by touching the screen or sliding your finger across the screen. Touch the item on the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 27
Table of contents Sample photo Operations (NEX-5R only) You can select items and make settings in two ways; by one is using the control wheel, or by the other is touching and sliding your finger across the screen (Touch panel). Operation Control wheel Touch panel Selecting an item Turn or - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 28
mode. NEX-5R: 1 MENU t Select [Shoot Mode]. Or select MODE. MENU MODE 2 Turn the control wheel and select the desired shooting mode, and then press the center. Or, slide your finger across the screen upward or downward to move the desired mode to the center of the screen, then touch the desired - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 29
for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. NEX-6 NEX-5R 1 Select MENU. 2 Select the desired item by pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel, and then press the center. 3 Following the instructions on the screen, select - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 30
such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Touch Shutter (NEX-5R only) Object Tracking Zoom Face Detection Face Registration Smile Shutter Auto Port. Framing Soft Skin Effect Shooting Tip List Selects the drive mode, such as - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 31
LCD screen. Changes the information to be displayed on an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). images. Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. Selects AVCHD or such as white balance. Exposure Comp. ISO White Balance Metering Mode Flash Comp. DRO - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 32
the Phase Detection AF ranging points on the screen. Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to prevent eyes from being shot in red. Sets how to switch between an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R) and the LCD screen. Allows you to choose whether or not to - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 33
form. Changes the range of color reproduction. Sets camera-shake compensation. Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R) with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor attached - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 34
for the NEX-5R). Selects the color of the LCD screen. Selects a method to display wide images. Selects the method used to play back portrait images. Sets the resolution when connected to HDMI TV. Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a "BRAVIA" Sync compatible TV's Remote Control. Selects - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 35
an Eye-Fi card is used. WPS Push You can register the access point to the camera easily by pushing the WPS button. Access Point Settings You can register your access point manually. Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 36
screen angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera (NEX-6 only). The Scene Recognition function begins to work. 2 To take still images, press the shutter appropriate settings. Icon for recognized scene and guide • The camera recognizes (Night Scene), (Tripod Night - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 37
The subject is flashing. - The subject is backlit. Menu Index Shooting still images using touch operation (Touch Shutter function) (NEX-5R only) The camera adjusts the focus and releases the shutter automatically when you simply touch the subject that you want to focus on the screen. You can use - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 38
Tracking] is Touch Shutter set to [Off] (Touch shutter OFF) * Non-available MENU t [Touch Shutter] is set to [Off] - Object Tracking Center-weighted auto focus Touch Shutter: When you touch the screen, the camera focuses on the subject automatically and releases the shutter automatically (page - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 39
Playback) button. 2 Select the image with the control wheel. Or, slide your finger across the screen to the left or right (NEX-5R only). 3 To play back panoramic images or movies, press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch N on the screen (NEX-5R only). During movie playback Pause/resume Fast - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 40
playback images from the menu (page 125). 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, and then select (Enlarge Image). 2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel. Or, touch or on the screen (NEX-5R only). 3 Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 41
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Deleting images You can delete the image displayed. 1 While displaying the image you want to delete, select (Delete). 2 Select OK. Select to quit the operation. (Delete) OK Notes • You cannot delete protected images. • Once you have deleted an image, you - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 42
screen. You can use the [Photo Creativity] setup items simultaneously. 4 Select the desired setting. 5 To take still images, press the shutter is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. • The [Photo on the menu become invalid. • When the camera returns to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 43
the subject stand out, while checking the defocusing effect on the LCD screen. You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect depends on the lens used. • The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used. z Tips for a - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 44
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Brightness You can adjust the brightness easily in [Photo Creativity]. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Brightness]. 4 Select the desired brightness. : You can make images brighter. - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 45
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Color You can adjust the color easily in [Photo Creativity]. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Color]. 4 Select the desired color. : You can make the color warm. : You can make the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 46
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Vividness You can adjust the vividness easily in [Photo Creativity]. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Vividness]. 4 Select the desired vividness. : You can make images vivid. : You - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 47
. (Off) Disables the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera) Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. (Pop Color colors. (Posterization: Creates a high contrast, abstract look in B/W) black and white. (Retro Photo) Creates the look of an aged photo with - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 48
. (Partial Color: Yellow) Creates an image which retains the color yellow, but converts others to black and white. (High Contrast Creates an image with high contrast in Mono.) black and white. Notes • When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 49
control wheel DISP (Display Contents) Using the control wheel: 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel repeatedly to select the desired mode. Using the Menu: 1 During shooting, MENU t [Camera when an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached to the camera (NEX-5R only). • [ - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 50
if the camera's tilt is mostly adjusted. Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder Finder Display(DISP) Disp. Basic Info Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this option when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). Press the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 51
make the entire histogram shift to the right side, and darker image to the left side. Flashing R (red) Luminance • If the image has a loss of details in highlights and shadows, these parts flash on the histogram display during playback (Luminance limit warning). G (green) B (blue) Index 51GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 52
(Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel t desired value. Or - [Scene Selection] - [Manual Exposure] • You can adjust conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to screen when shooting. If you set an exposure beyond this range, the image brightness on the screen white background. • If you want - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 53
1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t desired shutter button down, each with different degrees of brightness (page 58). Allows you to use the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) Menu Index 53GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 54
-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) z Shooting continuously with touch shutter (NEX-5R only) When the touch shutter operation is enabled, the camera shoots continuously while you keep touching the screen (page 84). z Continuing to adjust the focus - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 55
per second). 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Spd Priority Cont.]. When using the touch shutter, the camera records images continuously as long as you are touching the screen (NEX-5R only). Notes • You cannot use [Spd Priority - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 56
touch on the screen is in focus, then the countdown begins (NEX-5R only). (Self-timer: 10 Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. Sec) When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates. To cancel the self-timer, press (Drive Mode) on the control - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 57
Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer(Cont)]. 2 OPTION t desired mode. To cancel the timer, press (Drive Mode) and select [Single Shooting]. When using the touch shutter, a beep sounds if the subject that you touch on the screen is in focus, then the countdown begins (NEX-5R only - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 58
Effect] - [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) • The last shot is shown on the auto review. • In [Manual Exposure], the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed. • When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 59
shutter is released after two seconds) buttons on the RMT-DSLR1 and RMT-DSLR2 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) or using the START/STOP button (Movie button: RMT-DSLR2 only). Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 60
luminous sensitivity. 1 (ISO) on the control wheel t desired setting. Or, MENU t not provided in [Manual Exposure]. If you change the exposure mode to [Manual Exposure] with is the same, images differ depending on the ISO shutter speed. You should take camera-shake or movement of subjects into - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 61
the bar on the left of the image index screen, and then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can switch between still image playback and movie playback by pressing the center of the control wheel. NEX-5R: You can also select a folder by touching the bar on the left. You can switch - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 62
the control wheel. Or, touch the desired setting (NEX-5R only). Fn (Function) button z How to assign other functions to the Fn (Function) button The following functions are assigned to the Fn (Function) button by the default settings. (AF/MF Select)/ (Autofocus Mode)/ (Autofocus Area)/ (White - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 63
of contents Sample photo Using functions with the AEL button (NEX-6 only) AEL button (NEX-6 only) 1 Focus on the spot for which you ] t [AEL toggle] to keep the AE locked after you have released the AEL button. Or, you can assign other functions to the AEL button (page 163). Menu Index 63GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 64
(NEX-6 only) Intelligent Auto The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the icon for recognized scene appears on the screen. The camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 65
the control wheel Tips for shooting a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator z lit lit lit z flashing - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 66
to the subject. When the camera recognizes the subject and adjusts itself for shooting conditions, the following information appears on the screen: icon for recognized scene, appropriate shooting function, the number of times the shutter is released. Recognized scene: (Night Scene), (Tripod Night - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 67
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index z Photo Creativity You can access the [Photo Creativity] menu by pressing the bottom part of the control wheel in [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] mode. Using the [Photo Creativity] menu, you can change the settings with easy operations and achieve - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 68
images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. When using the touch shutter, the camera shoots images continuously while you are touching the screen (NEX-5R only). Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. (Night Portrait) Shoots portraits in night scenes. Pop up the flash to use this - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 69
) Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur. The camera shoots burst images and combines them to create the image, reducing subject blur and noise. Notes • In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 70
control dial. 3 Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the brightness and focus, and then press the shutter button halfway down. 4 Keep the shutter button pressed halfway down and point the camera with AE/AF lock are extremely different in brightness, color and focus, the shooting - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 71
wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press the center of the control wheel again to pause. You can scroll/pause by touching N/X on the screen (NEX-5R only). • Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly. This indicator shows the displayed area - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 72
Set the ISO sensitivity as necessary. • The brightness of the image on the LCD screen may differ from the actual image being shot. • When using an A-mount lens (sold separately), you can adjust the shutter speed and aperture when focusing manually during movie recording. Index 72GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 73
of light, such as fireworks. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Manual Exposure]. 2 Turn the control wheel counterclockwise until [BULB] is indicated. [BULB] 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. 4 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting. As long as the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 74
The brightness of the image on the LCD screen may differ from the actual image being shot. • When using an A-mount lens (sold separately), you can adjust the shutter speed when focusing manually during movie recording. z Shutter speed When a faster shutter speed is used, a moving subject such as - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 75
control flash. • If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended. • The brightness of the image on the LCD screen may differ from the actual image being shot. • When using an A-mount lens - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 76
(shutter speed and aperture) is adjusted by the camera automatically flash, push down the flash. z Program Shift You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F-value) combination without changing the exposure you set, when you do not use the flash. Turn the control dial to select the shutter - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 77
time you trigger the shutter. Rear sync shooting allows you to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such as a moving car or a walking person. This mode is effective when you attach a remote control-compatible external flash (sold separately) to the camera, and shoot with a wireless - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 78
use the [Self-portrait Self-timer] function when a flash is attached to the camera (NEX-5R only). z Tips on shooting with the flash • The lens hood may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the flash. • When using the flash, shoot the subject at a distance of 1 m (3.3 feet - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 79
Assist] t [Off]. z Using manual focusing effectively "Focus fixing" is convenient digital signal. • If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera. NEX-6: NEX-5R - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 80
Table of contents Sample photo DMF (Direct Manual Focus) 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharper focus. Notes • [Autofocus Mode] is - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 81
camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively. AF range finder frame (Flexible Spot) Moves the focusing area to focus on a small subject or narrow area by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel. You can also determine the focus area by touching the screen (NEX-5R - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 82
Table of contents z Phase Detection AF Area If the Phase Detection AF ranging points are displayed inside the selected auto focus area, the camera focuses using the Phase Detection AF and the contrast AF in combination. You can set the display of the Phase Detection AF ranging points by - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 83
Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Mode] t desired mode. (Single-shot AF) (Continuous AF) The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when the subject is motionless. The - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 84
Touch Shutter (NEX-5R only) The camera adjusts the focus and releases the shutter automatically when you simply touch the subject that you want to focus on the screen. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Touch Shutter] t [On]. (On) (Off) Uses touch shutter function. Does not use touch shutter function. 2 Touch - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 85
NEX-5R: 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Object Tracking] t [On]. A target frame appears. 2 Align the target frame with the subject to be tracked, and select OK. The camera starts tracking the subject. You can start object tracking by touching the subject that you want to track on the screen when [Touch Shutter - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 86
is tracking, and then returns to the screen, the camera focuses on that face again. • If you trigger [Smile Shutter] while tracking a face, the face becomes the target of the smile detection feature. • If you set a face as a target, the camera tracks the body when the face is not visible on the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 87
of the camera depends on the setting of [Image Size] (page 98), [Clear Image Zoom] (page 139), or [Digital Zoom] (page 140). When using a lens with power zoom screen changes as follows, according to the selected zoom feature. Zoom scale (low) Zoom scale (high) 1 : The [Zoom] feature of the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 88
Panorama] - [Smile Shutter] - [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] in [Quality] • You cannot use the [Zoom] feature in MENU when a lens with power zoom is button during a zoom operation, the camera zooms in the range of [Digital Zoom]. • When you use the [Zoom] feature of the camera, the setting of [Autofocus Area - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 89
flash settings and perform image processing automatically. You can select the priority face to be focused on. Face Detection frame (white) When the camera detects more than 1 subject, the camera : - [Sweep Panorama] - [Manual Focus] - The [Zoom] feature of the camera • You can select [Face Detection - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 90
1 MENU t [Camera] t [Face Registration] t [New Registration]. 2 Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3 When priority level 8 by touching the screen. If you want to change the level to 8, select it using the control wheel (NEX-5R only). Index 90GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 91
Sample photo Menu Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [On]. 2 [Manual Focus] • If you set [Smile Shutter] to [On] while the [Zoom] feature of the camera is being used, the [Zoom] feature of the camera is - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 92
Tips for better capturing of smiles 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera • The shutter operates when any person whose smile is detected. • If a face is registered, the camera detects the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 93
] t [Auto Port. Framing] t desired mode. The icon on the screen turns green when the camera decides that an image being captured can be trimmed. After the shot, a frame showing the trimmed area is displayed on the auto review screen. (Off) (Auto) Does not use the [Auto Port. Framing] function - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 94
used for shooting the skin smoothly in the [Face Detection] function. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Soft Skin Effect] t [On]. 2 To set the intensity of the (Cont)] - [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection] - [Sweep Panorama] - [RAW] in [Quality] • This function may not work, depending on your subject. Menu - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 95
[Camera] t [Shooting Tip List]. 2 Search for the desired shooting tip. Turn the control wheel to scroll the text up and down. You can access a tip from the [Table of contents]. Notes • You cannot scroll the text by sliding your finger across the screen. Use the control wheel to scroll the text (NEX - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 96
you to select the screen display modes that can be selected with [Display Contents] (page 49) in shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [DISP camera to the front or back to a large degree, the level indicator may have a large margin of error. • Errors of approximately ±1° may occur even if the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 97
Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this option when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). Press the Fn (Function) button and select a function for which you want to change the setting. The setting screen for the selected function opens. (Quick - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 98
3568 × 2368 pixels S: 4.0M 2448 × 1624 pixels Image size when [Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 14M 4912 × 2760 pixels M: 7.1M 3568 × 2000 pixels S: 3.4M 2448 × a high-definition TV Notes • When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may be cut off. Sweep Panorama The - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 99
Table of contents z Tips for selecting the image size The images appear differently, depending on the mode selected. Standard Wide The images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel. Sample photo Menu Index 99GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 100
Table of contents Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. 3:2 16:9 Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints. For viewing on a high-definition TV. Notes • You cannot set this item when shooting in [Sweep Panorama] mode. Sample - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 101
of digital processing. RAW files are different from more general file formats such as JPEG files, and contain raw material to be processed for professional purposes. You need the "Image Data Converter" software included on the CD-ROM (supplied) in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 102
Table of contents Panorama Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot [Sweep Panorama] images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode. (Right) (Left) (Up) (Down) Pan the camera in the direction you set. Sample photo Menu Index 102GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 103
DVD-Video disc using the supplied software " , Dolby Digital audio, Dolby Digital audio, software "PlayMemories Home." z Checking 60i or 50i To check if your camera camera. 1080 60i-compatible device: 60i 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i z Playing movies on other devices This camera camera camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 104
quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc. z Checking 60i or 50i To check if your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-compatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 105
t desired mode. You can finely adjust the color temperature with OPTION. To adjust the white balance to suit a specific light source, see the explanation on each mode. AWB (Auto WB) The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color temperature. (Daylight) (Shade) (Cloudy) If - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 106
manually using the [White Balance] function. Weather/ lighting Characteristics of light Daylight White Color] t [White Balance] t [C.Temp./Filter]. 2 OPTION t select the desired color temperature by turning the control wheel or by touching the desired item on the screen (NEX-5R only). The - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 107
the color temperature with OPTION. Notes • If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later shootings. • The message "Custom WB Error" indicates that the value is beyond the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 108
of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering). Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted [Intelligent Auto] - [Superior Auto] - [Scene Selection] - The [Zoom] feature of the camera - [Smile Shutter] Menu Index 108GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 109
light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture. NEX-6: 1 Press the (flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash. 2 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Flash Comp.] t desired value. Selecting higher values (+ side) makes the flash level higher and images brighter. Selecting lower values (- side - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 110
]. By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the and gradation. Shoots 3 images with different exposures, and then overlays the bright ] only in the following modes: - [Manual Exposure] - [Shutter Priority] - [Aperture Priority] - [Program - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 111
completed. • You cannot use this function with [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images. • Since the shutter is released 3 times for a single shot, be cautious a desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting conditions. • When the flash is used, this function has little - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 112
] t desired mode. (Off) (Toy Camera) Disables the Picture Effect function. Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. Partial Color) Creates an image which retains a specific color, but converts others to black and white. You can select a color with OPTION. - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 113
black and white with rich gradation and reproduction of details. The camera releases the shutter Manual Exposure] - [Shutter Priority] - [Aperture Priority] - [Program Auto] • You cannot use [Picture Effect] with [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images. • The [Toy Camera screen, because the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 114
) For shooting images in black and white monotone. (Contrast), (Saturation), and (Sharpness) can be adjusted for each [Creative Style] item. (Contrast) (Saturation) (Sharpness) The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated, thus making an impact on - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 115
the control wheel to select OK. Or, touch the image and select OK (NEX-5R only). Deletes all images in the selected folder, or all AVCHD movies. Notes • You can select up to 100 images. z Deleting an image It is easier to delete an image displayed on the screen - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 116
Table of contents Still/Movie Select Selects the unit of images to be played back. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select] t desired mode. Folder View(Still) Folder View(MP4) AVCHD View Displays still images by folder. Displays MP4 movies by folder. Displays AVCHD movies. Sample photo Menu - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 117
. Plays back only 3D images in Slide Show on the 3D TV connected to the camera. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Slide Show] t desired mode t OK. Repeat pause the Slide Show. To stop the Slide Show, press the center of the control wheel. • You can play back images in Slide Show when [Still/Movie Select - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 118
. 1 Install "PlayMemories Mobile" to your Smartphone. Please download "PlayMemories Mobile" to your Smartphone from the application store the camera to the Smartphone. 3 If the camera is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the camera. Connect the Smartphone and the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 119
to Android using "PlayMemories Mobile" 1 Start "PlayMemories Mobile" on Android. 2 Select the camera (DIRECT-xxxx:NEX-xxx). 3 Enter the password that is displayed on the camera. Android is connected to the camera. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to transfer the image. 119GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 120
"PlayMemories Mobile" 1 Select the camera (DIRECT-xxxx:NEX-xxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of the iOS. 2 Enter the password that is displayed on the camera. iOS is connected to the camera. 3 Start "PlayMemories Mobile" on the iOS. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to transfer the image. 120GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 121
by transferring them to a computer connected to the network. Before saving, install the software "PlayMemories Home" on your computer, connect the computer and the camera using a USB cable, and register the camera to "PlayMemories Home." You will also need to register your access point beforehand - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 122
camera. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [View on TV] t desired device to be connected. 2 When you want to play back images using slideshow, select . To play back images manually, press the right/left side of the control You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer. • You can view images on a - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 123
later. The (Print order) mark is displayed on registered images (DPOF: Digital Print Order Format). 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Specify Printing] t center of the control wheel. To cancel the selection, select the -marked image again. You can select or deselect by touching the image (NEX-5R only). 2 - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 124
the bar to the left of the image index screen, and then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can switch between still image playback and movie playback by pressing the center of the control wheel. NEX-5R: You can also select a folder by touching the bar on the left. You can switch - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 125
Image You can check the focus by enlarging a portion of the playback image. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [ Enlarge Image]. 2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel. Or, touch or on the screen (NEX-5R only). 3 Select the portion you want to see by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 126
]. 2 Press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch (Rotate) on the screen (NEX-5R only). The image rotates counter-clockwise. touch on the screen (NEX-5R only). Notes • You cannot rotate the following files: - Movies - Protected images • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 127
desired mode. Multiple Img. Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel to select OK. Or, touch the image and select OK (NEX-5R only). Cancel All Images Cancels the protection of all still images. Cancel All Movies(MP4) Cancels the protection - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 128
of movies in 8 steps. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value. z Adjusting the volume during playback The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while playing back movies. You can adjust the volume, while listening to the actual sound. 128GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 129
button halfway down. In [Cont. Shooting] or [Spd Priority Cont.] mode, the camera keeps adjusting the exposure for the remaining images. • AEL button operation (NEX-6 only) is given priority over the [AEL w/ shutter] settings. • When [AEL toggle] is assigned to soft key B using [Custom Key Settings - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 130
in dark surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. [Scene Selection] - [Sweep Panorama] - Movie recording - Using an A-mount lens (sold separately). • When the AF illuminator is used, the setting of [ - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 131
on the screen. 1 MENU updated. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • When using an A-mount lens (sold separately) with the Mount Adaptor (sold separately), Phase Detection AF of the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 132
NEX-6 only) or [Flash Off] in [Flash Mode] - [Smile Shutter] - [Sweep Panorama] • [Red Eye Reduction] may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the "red-eye" phenomenon. Camera Eye - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 133
Viewfinder (NEX-6 only) LCD Monitor (NEX-6 only) Manual (NEX-5R only) When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically. You can switch the display manually using the button on the Electronic Viewfinder (NEX-5R only). The LCD screen - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 134
, white balance, [Creative Style], or [Picture Effect] on the LCD screen. screen as it is. The images are always displayed with the appropriate brightness in the [Manual Exposure] mode. Notes • You can select [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes only: - [Manual Exposure] - [Shutter - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 135
screen right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Auto Review enlarged image. Does not display. Notes • In auto review, the image will not be displayed in the vertical the grid line does not appear in auto review. • Before the image is displayed, an unprocessed - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 136
Table of contents Sample photo Grid Line Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting. Rule of 3rds Grid Square Grid Diag. + Square Grid Off Place main subjects close to one of - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 137
the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function is useful for macro or camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, the peaking level differs depending on the subject, the shooting situation, or the lens used. • The peaking function is not enabled when the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 138
Table of contents Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function in manual focus. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Color] t desired setting. White Red Yellow Enhances outlines in white. Enhances outlines in red. Enhances outlines in yellow. Notes • This function cannot be set when [ - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 139
[Digital Zoom]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Clear Image Zoom] t desired setting. On Uses the [Clear Image Zoom] feature. Off Does not use the [Clear Image Zoom] feature. Notes • You cannot use [Clear Image Zoom] with the following functions: - [Sweep Panorama] - [Smile Shutter] - [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 140
of contents Sample photo Digital Zoom Sets whether to use [Digital Zoom] or not when the [Zoom] feature of the camera is used (page 87 use the [Digital Zoom] feature. Notes • You cannot use [Digital Zoom] with the following functions: - [Sweep Panorama] - [Smile Shutter] - [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 141
Self-timer (NEX-5R only) Sets whether to set the shooting mode to the 3-second delay self-timer when the LCD screen is tilted screen upward about 180 degrees. [Touch Shutter] is set to [On]. 3 Touch the LCD screen. The shutter is released after 3 seconds. Notes • The self-timer lamp does not flash - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 142
were shot continuously in [Superior Auto] mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [S. Auto Image Extract.] t desired setting. Auto Off Saves 1 appropriate image selected by the camera. Saves all of the images. Notes • Even when you set [S. Auto Image Extract.] to [Off] with [Hand-held Twilight] selected from - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 143
photo MF Assist Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual-focusing easier. This works in the [Manual Focus] or [DMF] mode. 1 MENU • In [DMF] (Direct Manual Focus), adjust the focus using autofocus and then turn the focusing ring with the shutter button pressed halfway down. On - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 144
the image for 2 seconds. Notes • This function cannot be set when [MF Assist] is set to [Off]. • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. Menu Index 144GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 145
t desired setting. sRGB AdobeRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use [sRGB] in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print "_DSC." Notes • Adobe RGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2.0 option color space. Images may not be - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 146
Table of contents Sample photo SteadyShot Sets whether or not you use the [SteadyShot] function of the lens. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [SteadyShot] t desired setting. On Uses [SteadyShot]. Off Does not use [SteadyShot]. This setting is recommended when you use a tripod. Notes • [On] is selected - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 147
attach the camera on an astronomical telescope, etc. Releases the shutter only when a lens is attached. Notes • Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 148
or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Eye-Start AF] t desired setting. On Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off Auto focusing does not start when you look through the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 149
lag between shutter releases. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Front Curtain Shutter] t desired setting. On Uses the electronic front curtain shutter function. Off Does not use the electronic front curtain shutter function. Notes • When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large diameter lens attached - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 150
of long exposures is reduced. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Long Exposure NR] t desired setting. On Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is open. When noise reduction is in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the image - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 151
High ISO NR When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the camera reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. When noise reduction is in effect, a - [Superior Auto] - [Scene Selection] - [Sweep Panorama] - [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] in [Quality] Menu Index 151GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 152
Comp.: Shading] t desired setting. Auto Off Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Notes • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. • The amount of light around the edges may not be corrected, depending on the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 153
Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.] t desired setting. Auto Off Reduces the color deviation automatically. Does not compensate for the color deviation. Notes • This item - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 154
Distortion] t desired setting. Auto Off Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Notes • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. • Depending on the lens attached, [Lens Comp.: Distortion] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 155
face is not visible on the LCD screen, the camera tracks the body, but when the face is visible, the camera tracks the face. If the targeted person disappears from the screen while the camera is tracking him/her, and then returns to the screen, the camera tracks on that face again. Off Does - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 156
The recorded movie will be darker than when [On], but you can record movies with smother motion and less object blur. Notes • [Auto Slow Shutter] is available if both of the following conditions are met. - [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Program Auto] or [Aperture Priority] in [Shoot Mode - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 157
sound during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting. On Records sound (stereo). Off Does not record sound. Notes • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected. Sample photo Menu Index 157GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 158
Table of contents Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wind Noise Reduct.] t desired setting. On Reduces wind noise. Off Does not reduce wind noise. Notes • Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 159
-Minolta lenses only. If you use [AF Micro Adj.] with other brands of lenses, the registered value may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens. • You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lens of the same specification. Menu - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 160
start Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu or to display the screen of the item you set the last time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Menu start] t desired setting. Top Previous Always displays the first screen of the menu. Displays the last item set. This will make - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 161
4 Custom 5 Custom 6 Functions that can be assigned to the Fn button AF/MF Select Autofocus Mode Autofocus Area Face Detection Smile Shutter Auto Port. Framing Soft Skin Effect Quality ISO White Balance Metering Mode DRO/Auto HDR Picture Effect Creative Style Flash Mode Not set Menu Index 161GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 162
Table of contents MOVIE Button Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MOVIE Button] t desired setting. On Activates the MOVIE button. Off Deactivates the MOVIE button. Sample photo Menu Index 162GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 163
Skin Effect Quality Soft key B Setting Shoot. Tips Autofocus Mode Zoom Face Detection Smile Shutter Soft key B White Balance Metering Mode DRO/Auto HDR Picture Effect Creative Style Flash Mode Flash Comp. MF Assist View on Smartphone Download Appli. Application List Not set Picture Effect Creative - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 164
Soft Skin Effect Quality White Balance Metering Mode DRO/Auto HDR AEL toggle (page 165) (NEX-5R only) View on Smartphone Download Appli. Application List In such cases, you cannot use the application downloading function even if you set [Download Appli.] and [Application List]. • [Download Appli.] - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 165
up. 5 Focus on your subject and press the shutter button. 6 To cancel the exposure lock, press the AEL button again. NEX-5R: 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t [Soft key B Setting]. 2 Select [AEL toggle]. The soft key B becomes the AEL button. 3 Aim the camera at an area to which you want to - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 166
Table of contents Touch Operation (NEX-5R only) Sets whether or not to operate the camera using the touch panel. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Touch Operation] t desired setting. On Allows operation using the touch panel. Off Does not allow operation using the touch panel. Notes • Even if [On] is - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 167
the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting. On Audible signals will be emitted when you operate the control wheel, soft keys and control dial. The audible signals also turn on when you touch the screen (NEX-5R only). Off Turns off the audible - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 168
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [ Language] t desired language. 168GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 169
the right or left of the control wheel to select an item, and camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using "PlayMemories Home" on the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date. • You cannot set the date and time by touching the screen (NEX-5R - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 170
where you are using the camera. This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting] t desired setting. 2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to select an area. Notes • You cannot select an area by touching the screen (NEX-5R only). 170GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 171
Table of contents Help Guide Display You can set whether to display the help guide when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t desired setting. On Displays the help guide. Off Does not display the help guide. Sample photo Menu Index 171GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 172
operated to prevent the battery from being consumed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. Max Standard [Power Saving Start Time] is automatically set to [10 Sec]. If you do not operate the camera for a given period of time, the brightness of the LCD screen is reduced. Follows the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 173
mode. To return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Saving Start Time] camera when you do not use it for a long time. • When using a lens with power zoom, the lens is retracted after 1 minute from the moment the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 174
Table of contents LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [LCD Brightness] t desired setting. Manual Sunny Weather Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of -2 to +2. Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Sample photo - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 175
(sold separately for the NEX-5R), the brightness of Electronic Viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Viewfinder Bright.] 2 Look through the viewfinder and select the desired setting. Auto Manual Adjusts the brightness automatically. Allows - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 176
Table of contents Display Color Selects the color of the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Color] t desired setting. Black White Blue Pink Turns to the selected color. Sample photo Menu Index 176GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 177
Wide Image Selects the method used for displaying the wide images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wide Image] t desired setting. Full Screen Displays the wide images on the entire screen. Normal Displays the wide images and the operation information on the screen. Sample photo Menu Index 177GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 178
Playback Display Selects the orientation when playing back still images recorded in the portrait position. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Playback Display] t desired setting. Auto Rotate Manual Rotate Displays in the portrait position. Displays in the landscape position. Sample photo Menu Index 178GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 179
Setup] t [HDMI Resolution] t desired setting. Auto 1080p 1080i The camera automatically recognizes an HD TV and sets the output resolution. Outputs signals picture quality (1080i). Notes • If you cannot display the screen properly with the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i] or [1080p] - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 180
] t desired setting. On You can operate the camera with the TV remote control. Off You do not operate the camera with the TV remote control. Notes • You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote control of your TV by connecting your camera to a "BRAVIA" Sync compatible TV. Sample - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 181
connected in MTP, and the unique functions of MTP are enabled. With computers running a different OS (Windows Vista/XP, Mac OS X), the AutoPlay Wizard appears, and the still images in the recording folder on the camera are imported to the computer. Notes • The connection may take a long time when - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 182
use a spray type blower as it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body. • Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the lens mount area, so that the tip of the blower does not touch the image sensor. • Hold the camera's face downward to prevent the dust from entering in the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 183
contents Sample photo Menu Index Calibration (NEX-5R only) Enables you to perform calibration when the touch panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points where you touch. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Calibration]. 2 Touch the center of the × mark displayed on the screen in order. Notes • If you - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 184
Table of contents Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Notes • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 185
not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Demo Mode] t desired setting. On The demonstration begins automatically when the camera is not operated for about 1 minute. Only protected AVCHD movies are available. Select the oldest movie file in [AVCHD View] and - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 186
- Settings registered with [AF Micro Adj.] - Downloaded application - Service account information of "PlayMemories Camera Apps" registered in the camera - Access point information registered in the camera - Smartphone information registered in the camera - File number Initializes the settings to the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 187
memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the camera for stable performance of the • Format the memory card using the camera. If you format the memory card on a computer, it may not be usable with the camera, depending on the format type used. - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 188
does not reset numbers, and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches "9999." The camera resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files from "0001." When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 189
Form The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10020405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2012) Notes • The movie folder form is fixed as "folder number + ANV01". You cannot - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 190
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Select Shoot. Folder When a [Standard Form] folder is selected under [Folder Name] and there are 2 or more folders, you can select the recording folder to which still images and MP4 movies are recorded. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 191
movies that have the same number are created at the same time. • When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into the camera and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. • Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in the folders for still images or - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 192
on this camera. If these inconsistencies happen, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t OK. The [Recover Image DB] screen is displayed, and the camera repairs the file. Wait until repairs are complete. Notes • Use a sufficiently charged battery. Low battery power during - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 193
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies on the memory card. Number of recordable still images is also displayed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Card Space]. 193GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 194
updating the firmware to the latest version. For details, refer to the operating instructions that comes with the Eye-Fi card. • The power save function of the camera does not work while it is transferring images. • If (error instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card. • This product does not support - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 195
If your access point has the WPS button, you can register the access point to the camera easily by pushing the WPS button. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [WPS Push]. 2 , [WPS Push] may not be available. In such cases, follow the steps for [Access Point Settings] and register your access point (page 196). • - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 196
instructions. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Access Point Settings]. 2 Select the access point you want to register. When the desired access point is displayed on the screen : Select the desired access point. When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen: Select [Manual Setting] and - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 197
manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. Select the desired button using the top/bottom/right/left areas of the control wheel and enter by pressing the center. You can operate the keyboard by touching the screen (NEX-5R only). Screen names Functions (1) Input box - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 198
method of your access point, you may want to set more items. Screen names Functions Priority Connection Selects [On] or [Off] for [Priority Manual Setting]. IP Address If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address. Subnet Mask/ When you set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 199
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Edit Device Name]. 2 Select the input box, then input the device name t OK. For input method, refer to "How to use the keyboard" (page 197). 199GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 200
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Disp MAC Address]. 200GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 201
on Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the camera, reset the connection information by following these steps. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset View on Smartphone] t OK. Notes • After resetting the connection information - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 202
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Reset Network Settings Resets all the network settings to default settings. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset Network Settings]. 202GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 203
with an HDMI connector are required. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 1 Turn off both your camera and the TV. 2 Connect the camera to the TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately). NEX-6: NEX-5R: 1 To the HDMI connector 1 To the HDMI connector HDMI cable HDMI - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 204
contents Sample photo Menu Index z On "PhotoTV HD" This camera is compatible with the "PhotoTV HD" standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately and colors. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 204GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 205
TVs that support "BRAVIA" Sync can provide SYNC MENU operations. The SYNC MENU operations differ depending on the TV connected. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. • If the camera performs unwanted operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the camera is - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 206
camera. • "Image Data Converter" You can open RAW format image files. • "PlayMemories Home" You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera supplied software and space required for installation-approximately 500 MB Display: Screen resolution-1024 × 768 dots or more CPU/Memory - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 207
) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed at the same time, this camera may not operate, depending on the types of USB devices you are using. • Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 208
the AutoPlay screen appears, select "Run Install.exe" and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Connect the camera to the " "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" Notes • If "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a camera that was purchased before 2011 - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 209
RAW format with various corrections, such as tone curve and sharpness. • You can adjust images with white support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using "PlayMemories Home" With "PlayMemories Home", you can do the following: • You can import images shot with the camera software - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 210
Home" Refer to "PlayMemories Home Help Guide." Double-click the shortcut of (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop, or click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. "PlayMemories Home" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ 210GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 211
computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera. Wait for a while. NEX-6: NEX-5R: 1 To a USB terminal of the " functions, see the "PlayMemories Home Help Guide." Importing images to the computer without using computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 212
software for Mac computers For details on other software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Disconnecting the camera , and the camera is disconnected from the computer. • With Windows 7, the disconnect icon may not be displayed. In such cases, you can - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 213
Disc type/usage Record setting available Player PS FX FH You can keep high-definition image quality (HD) Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) You can keep high-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) -* -* AVCHD format playback devices - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 214
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 the latest version of the PlayStation®3 system software. • The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions. Menu - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 215
by a drag and drop operation. 5 Create the disc, following the instructions on the screen. Notes • Install "PlayMemories Home" beforehand. • Still images and MP4 have to install proprietary add-on software. For details, access the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ An Internet - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 216
(Create Discs). 2 Select [DVD-Video (STD)] from the drop-down list for selecting a disc. 3 Select the AVCHD movies you want to write. 4 Click [Add]. • You can also add movies by a drag and drop operation. 5 Create the disc, following the instructions on the screen. Notes • Install "PlayMemories Home - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 217
using a printer which supports your memory card type For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the Guide." • Printing at a shop You can take a memory card containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 218
to the application downloading website (PlayMemories Camera Apps) via the Internet. For example, the following functions are available: • You can control the camera using a Smartphone. • You can use various effects for shooting images. • You can upload images to network services directly from the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 219
Starting up downloading services 1 Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.net/pmca Sample photo Menu Index 2 Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the camera. Notes - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 220
uninstalled application can be re-installed. For details, see the application downloading website. Changing the order of applications 1 Select MENU t [Application Camera Apps" 1 Select MENU t [Application] t [Application Management] t [Display Account Information]. The account information of "Sony - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 221
application that has been downloaded from the application downloading website (PlayMemories Camera Apps). 1 Select MENU t [Application] t desired application to launch. Notes • When using an application which is downloaded from website, you cannot use [Touch Shutter] (NEX-5R only). z How to launch - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 222
turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 186). 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 pack to push the lock lever. • You can only use an NP - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 223
the LCD screen when the power is turned on. • 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 the camera by means such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 173). The shutter does not release. • You are - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 224
169). • The area selected with [Area Setting] is different from the actual area. Set the actual area by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting]. The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. • The subject is too bright or too dark, and the camera's adjustable range for the aperture value and/or - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 225
is flashing on the LCD screen or the viewfinder. • The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera. The self-timer lamp does not flash (NEX-5R only). • When the LCD screen is tilted A DPOF mark cannot be put. • You cannot place DPOF marks on RAW images. 225GB Continued r - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 226
not recognize the camera. • Check that the camera is turned on. • When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack, or camera. Cannot play back images on a computer. • If you are using "PlayMemories Home," refer to the "PlayMemories Home Help Guide." • Consult the computer or software - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 227
and set the date again (page 169). If the message appears every time you charge the battery pack, the internal rechargeable battery may be exhausted. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The date and time are recorded incorrectly. • Correct or check the date and time - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 228
solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "--E-" appears on the screen. • Remove the memory card, and insert it again. If the problem persists even after performing this procedure, format the memory card (page 187). The buttons on the touch panel do not work - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 229
instructions accordingly. Incompatible battery. Use correct model. • An incompatible battery pack is being used. Set Area/Date/Time. • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera still appears, change the memory card. Memory Card Error • An incompatible memory card is inserted or the format - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 230
Sony service facility. • The lens with power zoom is retracted. Turn off the camera and eject the battery pack, then reinsert the battery pack. No images. • There is no image on the memory card. Image protected. • You tried to delete protected images. Unable to print. • You tried to mark RAW - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 231
Set [File Format] to [MP4]. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. • Images recorded with other cameras may not be enlarged or rotated. No images selected. • You attempted to delete without specifying images. No exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the case. 231GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 232
TV color systems The camera automatically detects the color system to match that of the connected video device. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 233
differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used. • Do not remove the memory card while reading or writing data. • Data may be corrupted in the following cases: - When the memory card is removed or the camera card adaptor. • Do not touch the terminal section of the memory - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 234
of contents Sample photo Menu Index 2) Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is an abbreviation for "Memory Stick Micro" media. • To use a "Memory Stick Micro" media with the camera, be sure to insert the "Memory Stick Micro" media into an "M2" Adaptor as large as Duo size - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 235
pack is shorter. To ensure longer battery pack use, we recommend putting the battery pack in your pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in the camera immediately before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash or record movies frequently. • We - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 236
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index • To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the power goes off. • To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 237
When the charge lamp flashes fast, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack into the camera securely again, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. When the charge lamp flashes fast again, this may indicate a battery error or that a battery pack other than the - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 238
Mount Adaptor (sold separately), you can attach an A-mount lens (sold separately) to your camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Sample photo Menu Index The available functions differ depending on the Mount Adaptor type. Functions Autofocus AF - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 239
or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. • When you are using the Mount Adaptor and record movies, press the shutter button halfway down to use autofocus. • You cannot use the AF illuminator when using an A-mount lens. • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation may - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 240
Table of contents Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) (NEX-5R only) By attaching an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) to the Smart Accessory Terminal 2 of the camera, you can shoot images while looking through the Electronic Viewfinder. Turn the camera off when you attach or remove an - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 241
high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, hard disk drive, flash memory, 1080/25p Audio signal: Dolby Digital 2ch Recording media: Memory card 1) 1080i specification A high definition specification which utilizes 1,080 effective scanning - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 242
Cleaning Cleaning the camera • Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts. Blow casing, follow the instructions below. - Do not use the chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc. - Do not touch the camera - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 243
93 Auto Review 135 Auto Slow Shutter 156 Autoflash Control dial 25 Control wheel 23 Creative Style 114 CTRL FOR HDMI 180 Custom Key Settings 163 Custom white balance 107 D Date Format 169 Date/Time Setup 169 Daylight Svg 169 Delete 41, 115 Demo Mode 185 Digital Zoom 140 Direct Manual - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 244
168 LCD Brightness 174 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber 153 Lens Comp.: Distortion 154 Lens Comp.: Shading 152 Live View Display 134 Long Exposure NR 150 M Mac 208 Macro 68 Manual Exposure 72 Manual Focus 79 Memory card 233 Menu 29 Application 32 Brightness/Color 31 Camera 30 Image Size 31 - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 245
70 T Touch Operation 26, 166 Touch panel 26 Touch Shutter 37, 84 Troubleshooting 222 U Upload Settings 194 USB Connection 181 V Version 184 View on Smartphone 118 View on TV 122 Viewfinder Bright 175 Vividness 46 Volume Settings 128 W Warning messages 229 White Balance 105 - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 246
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Wind Noise Reduct 158 Windows 208 Wireless 77 WPS Push 195 Z Zoom 87 246GB - Sony NEX-5R | α Handbook - Page 247
in the camera. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux
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