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found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-5R 4-437-511-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 2
whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-5R Serial No Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B/AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 3
Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 4
Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-5R Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 5
undesired operation of the device. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or given in separate service or guarantee documents. Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this NEX-5R Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is in - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 6
marked with an or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse 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 station. - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 7
communications networks and services) of the Code of electronic communications. Caution if using the camera in Norway Use of this radio equipment All Wireless function designated for the NEX-5R Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera are applicable in the U.S.A., Canada, Mexico, France, Sweden, - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 8
/removing the lens 22 Inserting a memory card (sold separately 24 Attaching the flash 26 Setting the date and time 28 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images 30 Recording movies 32 Playing back images 33 Deleting images 35 Operating the camera 36 Using the guide function of - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 9
available for each shooting mode 69 Flash modes available 70 Importing images to the computer Installing the software 71 What you can do with the supplied software 73 Adding functions to the camera Adding functions to the camera 75 Connecting the camera to a network Transferring images to - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 10
This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name NEX-5R NEX-5RL NEX-5RK NEX-5RY Lens Not supplied E16 - 50 mm E18 - 55 mm E55 - 210 mm and E16 - 50 mm - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 11
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) • Flash HVL-F7S (1)/Flash case (1) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) x NEX-5R • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) • Micro USB cable (1) x NEX-5RL • E16 - 50 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 12
release button (23) K Mount L Image sensor3) M Lens contacts3) When the lens is removed A Shutter button (31) B Hook for shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the camera. 1) Accessories for the Smart Accessory Terminal can also be attached. You cannot use - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 13
Preparing the camera 4) • You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. A 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 14
longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. G Speaker x Flash HVL-F7S A Battery/memory card cover (17, 24) B Access lamp (25) C Memory card insertion slot (24) D Battery compartment (17) E Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 15
page 101 on the specifications of the lenses. E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RL/NEX-5RY) E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RK) Preparing the camera A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this part directly. A Hood - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 16
Preparing the camera E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RY) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts1) F Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. GB 16 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 17
Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. The battery pack can also be used when it has not - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 18
If the power switch is set to ON, the camera cannot charge the battery. • When the charge lamp flashes, remove and re-insert the battery pack. Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 19
pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 ºF and 86 ºF). • The charge lamp may flash quickly when the battery pack is used for the first time, or the battery pack has not been used for a long time. In such cases, remove the battery pack and re-insert it, and then charge the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 20
properly, depending on the types of USB devices you are using at the same time. z Using your camera abroad - Power source You can use your camera and AC Adaptor in any countries/regions where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 21
information related to operating conditions with your camera. Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating conditions of your camera. x Removing the battery pack Turn off the camera, make sure that the access lamp is - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 22
from entering into the camera. 3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. • Be sure to put the lens on straight. Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use excessive force when attaching - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 23
want to use body caps or rear lens caps, please purchase ALC-B1EM (Body cap) or ALC-R1EM (Rear lens cap) (sold separately). • When you use a lens with a power zoom, set the power switch of the camera to OFF and confirm that the lens is completely retracted before switching lenses. If the lens has - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 24
Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert a memory card. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. 3 Close the cover. Check on the direction of the notched corner. GB 24 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 25
the camera x Memory cards that you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of the memory cards. Usable memory card Still image Movie Term in this manual "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 26
LCD screen. You cannot press the shutter button when this icon is blinking. • Plug the flash fully into the Smart Accessory Terminal 2 of the camera, and fasten the screw securely. Make sure that the flash is attached to the camera securely. • You cannot use the [Self-portrait Self-timer] function - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 27
Preparing the camera z Carrying the flash The flash case can be conveniently attached to the shoulder strap. Store the flash in the case when you are not using it to protect it from harm. GB 27 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 28
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 of the control wheel. Or, touch OK on the screen. Preparing the camera 3 Select your area by pressing the right or left of the control wheel - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 29
this camera. Using "PlayMemories Home" stored on the Guide" for more details (page 73). x Resetting the date and time/Checking the current clock setting Select MENU t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup] (page 66). x Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 30
operation 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD a fixed focus lens. • When you operate the lens with power zoom, the camera shifts automatically to the [Zoom] feature of the camera when the magnification - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 31
are saved. x Shooting still images using touch operation (Touch Shutter function) 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 the Touch Shutter function when [Touch Shutter] is set to [On] in - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 32
press the shutter button halfway down during recording, you will be able to focus more quickly. MOVIE button 3 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Notes • The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. • When you use a lens with a power - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 33
Mastering the basic operation Playing back images 1 Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD screen. • Press the center of the control wheel to enlarge the displayed image. (Playback) button x Selecting the image Turn the control wheel. Or, slide your finger - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 34
During movie playback Control wheel operation Touch panel operation Pause/resume Press the center. Touch X/N. Fast-forward Press the right, or turn the control Touch M. wheel clockwise. Fast-rewind Press the left, or turn the control Touch m. wheel counterclockwise. Forward slow playback - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 35
Mastering the basic operation Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. 1 Press (Delete). Or, touch on the screen. 2 Press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch OK on the screen. • Select to quit the operation. z Deleting several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [ - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 36
The control wheel, control dial, soft keys and touch panel allow you to use various functions of the camera. x Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.), (Drive Mode) and (ISO) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 37
for each shooting mode. Control dial Aperture value and shutter speed, etc. x Soft keys The soft keys use the function shown at the center, press the center of the control wheel (soft key C). In this manual, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the screen. In this case - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 38
Mastering the basic operation x Touch panel You can operate the camera intuitively by touching the screen or sliding your finger across the screen. Touch the item on the screen to select it. Slide your finger across - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 39
Mastering the basic operation x Operations 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 40
or the tip of a finger nail. - Operating the touch panel while the hand holding the camera is also touching the screen elsewhere. 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 41
Setting the function using [Photo Creativity] You can operate the camera intuitively using [Photo Creativity], since the [Photo Creativity] screen Vividness): Adjusts the vividness. (Picture Effect): Selects the desired effect filter for shooting. 4 Select the desired setting by turning the control - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 42
when an E-mount lens is mounted. • [Photo Creativity] is only available your finger along the indicator on the screen. : You can focus on both the subject and the background. : You can defocus depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used. z Tips for a better result of Background - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 43
a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. (Pop Color): Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. (Posterization: Color): Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors. (Posterization: B/W): Creates a high contrast, abstract look in black and - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 44
indicator on the screen. • When the image is too bright, set [Exposure Comp.] toward -. • When the image is too dark, set [Exposure Comp.] toward +. Using the self-timer 1 Press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel. 2 Turn the control wheel to select (Self-timer). Or, slide your finger across the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 45
self-timer. You can prevent blur caused by camera-shake that occurs when the shutter button is pressed. • To cancel the timer, press (Drive Mode) again. • When using the touch shutter, a beep sounds if the subject that you touch on the screen is in focus, then the countdown begins. z Shooting - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 46
Displays an indicator guide showing the angle of inclination of the camera to the front, back, left or right side. Histogram: Displays the luminance mode when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately). During playback Display Info.: Shows recording information. Histogram: Displays the luminance - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 47
. (Sweep Panorama): Shoots with panoramic size. M (Manual Exposure): Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed. S (Shutter Priority): Adjusts the shutter speed to express the movement of the subject. A (Aperture Priority): Adjusts the range in focus, or defocuses the background. P (Program Auto - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 48
continuously while the shutter button is pressed. When using the touch shutter, the camera shoots images continuously while you are touching the screen. (Sunset): Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. (Night Portrait): Shoots portraits in night scenes. Raise the flash to use this mode. (Night - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 49
want to set the brightness and focus, and then press the shutter button halfway down. This part will not be taken. 4 Keep the shutter button pressed halfway down and point the camera at the edge of the subject, and then press the shutter button fully down. 5 Pan the camera to the end, following the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 50
other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly. This indicator shows the displayed area of the whole panoramic image. x Shutter Priority shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. 1 Select S (Shutter - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 51
spray appears as if they are stopped. When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing 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 47 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 52
after adjusting various functions, such as white balance, ISO, etc. 1 Select (Program Auto) or (page 47). (Superior Auto) 2 Point the camera to the subject, focus on the subject, and then record an image. Shooting mode Your purpose (Intelligent Auto) • Select this mode to easily recognize the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 53
scale of the lens. When using a lens with a power zoom, operate the optical zoom of the lens and then the camera shifts automatically to the [Zoom] feature of the camera. When using a lens that is not equipped with a power zoom, follow the instruction below after magnifying using the optical zoom - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 54
image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural image. • The selectable items of the flash mode depends on the shooting mode (page 70). Notes • When the camera is charging the flash, blinks on the LCD screen. You cannot press the shutter button when this icon is blinking. GB 54 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 55
1 m - 1.25 m (3.3 feet - 8.2 feet) (3.3 feet - 6.6 feet) (3.3 feet - 4.1 feet) ISO3200 5.6 m - 14 m 4.5 m - 11.2 m 2.8 m - 7 m (18.3 feet - 46 feet) (14.7 feet - 36.7 feet) (9.1 feet - 22.9 feet) Setting using the Fn (Function) button 1 Press the Fn (Function) button. Fn (Function) button - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 56
on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. In the case of movies, the larger the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. 1 Select MENU t [Image When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic GB images, both edges may be cut off. 56 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 57
the playback functions Displaying the image list 1 Press the (Playback) button to enter playback mode. Using the playback functions 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 58
HDMI cable To the HDMI terminal Notes • Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camera), and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on the other end. z Using your camera abroad To view movies shot using this camera on a TV, the camera and TV must use the same color television system. GB 58 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 59
Sweep Panorama Manual Exposure Shutter Priority Aperture Priority Shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting. Recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions automatically, performs Auto HDR, and chooses the best image. The camera evaluates the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 60
Self-timer/Self-timer(Cont)/Bracket: Cont./Remote Cdr.) Selects the method used to fire the flash. (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manual Focus) Selects the area to be focused on. (Multi/Center/Flexible Spot) Selects the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 61
Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size Disp./No Disp. Info./Level/Histogram/For viewfinder) x Image Size Allows you to set the image size (3:2/16:9) Selects the compression format. (RAW/RAW & JPEG/Fine/Standard) Selects the image size. (Standard/Wide) Selects the direction to pan the camera when - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 62
desired effects to express a unique atmosphere. (Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./ Miniature) Selects the image processing method. (Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black & White) GB 62 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 63
the information to be displayed on the playback screen. (Display Info./Histogram/No Disp. Info.) Checking the functions available x Application You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application downloading website "PlayMemories Camera Apps" via the Internet. GB 63 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 64
when you press the shutter button halfway down. (On/Off) Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim places. (Auto/Off) Sets whether to display the Phase Detection AF ranging points on the screen. (On/Off) Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to prevent eyes from - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 65
when focusing manually. (On/Off) Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form. (No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec) 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 66
Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion on the screen. (Auto/Off) Face Priority Tracking Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or not when the camera detects that face during object tracking. (On/Off) Auto Slow Shutter the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 Mount - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 67
images. (Full Screen/Normal) Selects the method used to play back portrait images. (Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate) Set resolution when connected to HDMI TV. (Auto/1080p/1080i) Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a "BRAVIA" Sync-compliant TV's Remote Control. (On/Off) Selects the appropriate - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 68
still images on the memory card. Eye-Fi Setup* Upload Settings Sets whether to use the upload function of the camera with an Eye-Fi card. (On/Off) point manually. Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the camera. - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 69
- indicates the function is not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (Intelligent - - - - - - (Sweep Panorama) - - - - M (Manual - Exposure) S (Shutter Priority) A (Aperture Priority) P (Program Auto) (Superior - - Auto) Notes - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 70
Panorama) M (Manual - Exposure) S (Shutter Priority) - A (Aperture - Priority) P (Program Auto) - (Superior Auto) - - - - - - * - - - - - - - - - Slow Sync. - Rear Sync. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * The camera emits flash light in - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 71
× 768 dots or more "Image Data CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster/1 GB or more Converter Ver.4" Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more * 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs. GB - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 72
"Run Install.exe" and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Connect the camera to the computer. 3 Click [Install]. " "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" x Mac The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 73
Follow the instructions on the with the camera to your 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 74
this camera. • You can rank images in 5 grades. • You can apply color labels, etc. For details on "Image Data Converter," refer to Help. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. "Image Data Converter" support page (English only) http://www.sony - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 75
images to network services directly from the camera. Some applications may be fee-based. x Starting up downloading services 1 Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.net/pmca • Use Internet Explorer 8 or 9 for Windows, and Safari 5 for Mac. 2 Follow the instructions on the screen - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 76
Wi-Fi function of the camera You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. Select MENU t [Application] t (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications. Acquire a service account in advance (page 75 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 77
to a network Connecting the camera to a network Transferring images to a Smartphone You can transfer images in the camera to the Smartphone. 2 If the camera is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the camera. Connect the Smartphone and the camera using that information. • - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 78
Mobile." Connecting to a network You can transfer images on the camera via Wi-Fi network and view them on other devices. The . Access point How to register Your access point has the WPS button. Use [WPS Push]. Other than above. Use [Access Point Settings]. x WPS Push 1 Select MENU t [Setup] - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 79
Manual Setting] and set the access point following the instructions on the screen. • For details, refer to "α Handbook." Notes • When aboard an airplane, turn off the camera computer, connect the computer and the camera using a USB cable, and register the camera to "PlayMemories Home." 1 Select MENU - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 80
on a TV You can transfer images on the camera to a network-compatible TV without connecting them using a cable. The transferred images can be played back on the TV. 1 Select MENU t [Playback] t [View on TV]. 2 Select the device to be connected to the camera. 3 Press the center of the control wheel - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 81
images The following 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 16M Aspect ratio - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 82
h 5 m 40 h 15 m Notes • The recording time of movies varies because the camera uses VBR (Variable Bit Rate), an encoding method that automatically adjusts image quality according to the shooting but the recording time is shorter because much memory is used. The recording time also vary depending on - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 83
°C (77 °F). - An E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is attached. - [Quality] is set to [Fine]. - [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF]. - Shooting once every 30 seconds. - The flash strobes once every two times. - The power turns on and off once every ten times. - Using the battery pack that is - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 84
to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Shooting standby A Display Indication P A S M Shoot Mode Graphic display Movie recording Playback GB 84 Scene Selection Scene Recognition icon Memory card/ Upload 100 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 85
of movies Display 100% Remaining battery Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Shutter/Object Tracking/Touch operation off) Control dial 101-0012 B Display Indication Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) connection error file error Zoom magnification Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 86
Smile detection sensitivity indicator Focus area mode Face Detection D AWB White Balance Display 7500K A7 G7 Soft Skin Effect DRO/Auto HDR Auto Port. Framing GB 86 z 1/125 F3.5 ±0.0 Indication Level Phase Detection AF ranging points Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 87
Display ±0.0 ISO400 REC 0:12 2012-1-1 9:30AM 12/12 Indication Exposure compensation ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Recording time of the movie (m:s) Recorded date/time of the image Image number/ Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 88
(α Handbook) "α Handbook," which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to "α Handbook" 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 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 89
then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 67). 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 (page 17). • You can - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 90
by means such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. The charge lamp on the camera flashes when charging the battery pack. • You can only use an NP-FW50 battery pack. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. • If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 91
down. The shutter does not release. • You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. • Check the free capacity of the memory card. • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • The lens is not - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 92
the camera's available range for the aperture value and/or shutter speed is exceeded. Adjust the setting again. The image is whitish (Flare). Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under backlit conditions, and excessive light has entered the lens. When using the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 93
The image is blurred. • The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended (page 54). [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] (page 48) are also effective in reducing blur. The exposure value - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 94
lens • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black as a floppy disk or a credit card, between the LCD screen and the camera body. Magnet • Images may trail across on - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 95
On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera. Using the products of other manufacturers may cause the camera not to operate to its capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera. On - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 96
Sony service GB 96 facility. Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. On memory cards - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 97
flash surface, resulting in smoking or scorching. • Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. A memory card, etc., may be swallowed. If such problem that does not support High Profile - Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format • This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H. - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 98
actual images shot using this camera. On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications are defined under the following conditions, except as described in this manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25 ºC (77 °F), and using a battery pack that has - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 99
terminals] USB: Micro USB type B HDMI: HDMI type C minijack [Power] Used battery pack: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 [Power consumption] When using an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens* Approx. 2.7 W * supplied with NEX-5RL/5RY [Others] Exif Print: Compatible PRINT Image Matching III: GB - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 100
: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) [Wireless LAN] Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Flash HVL-F7S 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 compensation: ±2.0 EV (1/3 EV step) GB 100 - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 101
Lens Lens E16 - 50 mm zoom lens1) E18 - 55 mm zoom lens E55 - 210 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-5RL/5RY NEX-5RK NEX-5RY Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length2) (mm) 24 - 75 27 - 82.5 82.5 - 315 Lens based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. 3) Minimum focus is the - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 102
increasing the focal length of your lens by half. For example, by using a 50 mm lens, you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format camera. On image data compatibility • This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 103
general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. • Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 104
Framing 60 Auto Review 64 Auto Slow Shutter 66 Autofocus Area 60 Autofocus Mode 60 B Background Defocus Control ...... 42 Battery pack 17 Beep MAC Address 68 Display Card Space 68 Display Color 67 Display Contents 63 Downloading application 75 Drive Mode 60 DRO/Auto HDR 62 E Edit Device - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 105
Help Guide Display 67 Help Guides 40 Lens 22 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber 66 Lens Comp.: Distortion 66 Lens Comp.: Shading 65 Level 46 Live View Display 64 Long Exposure NR 65 M Mac 72 Macro 48 Manual Exposure 47 Memory card Phase Detection AF Area 64 Photo Creativity 41 Picture Effect 43, - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 106
Release w/o Lens 65 Reset Default 67 Reset Network Settings 68 Reset View on Smartphone ......... 68 Rotate 63 S S. Auto Image Extract 65 Scene Selection 48 Scroll playback 50 106 T Touch Operation 38, 66 Touch panel 38 Touch Shutter 31, 60 U Upload Settings 68 USB Connection 67 V - Sony NEX-5R | Instruction Manual - Page 107
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NEX-5R
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
E-mount
Preparing the camera
Mastering the basic
operation
Using the recording
functions
Using the playback
functions
Checking the functions
available
Importing images to the
computer
Adding functions to the
camera
Connecting the camera to
a network
Others
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