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  • Sony NEX-C3 | Instruction Manual - Page 1
    ©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-C3 4-275-482-12(1) 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
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    Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-C3 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to high
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    by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs
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    matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-C3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. GB 4
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    The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. [ Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again
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    reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product you 6 should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
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    camera Checking the accessories supplied 9 Identifying parts 10 Preparing the battery pack 14 Attaching/removing the lens 17 Inserting a memory card (sold separately 19 Attaching the flash 20 Turning on the camera and setting up the date 22 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images
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    the camera (α Handbook 69 Troubleshooting 70 Precautions 74 Specifications 78 Index 83 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-C3A NEX
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    pieces. x Common accessories • Battery charger BC-VW1 (1) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) x NEX-C3A • E16 mm single focus lens/Front lens cap (1) (attached
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    ) switch (22) D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp E Speaker F Microphone* G Smart Accessory Terminal (20) H Lens (17) I Lens release button (18) J Mount When the lens is removed K Image sensor** L Lens contact** * Do not cover this part during movie recording. ** Do not touch this
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    A (USB) terminal B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera. C HDMI terminal (48) D Light sensor E LCD monitor The tilting LCD monitor of the camera allows flexible shooting positions. F MOVIE button (25) G Control wheel (29) H Soft keys (30) GB 11
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    Preparing the camera x Flash A Image sensor position mark B Battery cover (15) C Memory card cover (19) D Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch),
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    E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-C3D/ C3K) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-C3A/C3D) Preparing the camera A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming
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    pack onto the battery charger. • Push the battery pack until it clicks. 2 Connect the battery charger to For the U.S.A and Canada the wall outlet (wall socket). Plug • The CHARGE lamp turns off when charging is finished. • Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature
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    range. • Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). • 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 from the charger and re-attach it
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    the tip of the battery. Lock lever 3 Close the cover. Preparing the camera x Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD monitor. Battery level High "Battery exhausted." You cannot Low shoot any more image. Note
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    access lamp is not lit. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Preparing the camera Attaching/removing the lens The camera will come with the lens attached. Refer to the steps below when attaching other lenses. Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the
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    Mount Adaptor. x Removing the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Lens release button Notes • When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the
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    Stick PRO Duo" media, and SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card are all called as "SD card" in this manual. • (Mark2) ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2)) • ("Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media) • SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card (Class 4 or more) GB 19
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    remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. The data may be corrupted. • Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the flash. Attaching the flash When you want to use a flash during shooting, attach the flash device (supplied). The flash is enabled
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    the shutter button when this icon is blinking. • Plug the flash fully into the accessory terminal of the camera, and fasten the screw securely. Make sure that the flash is attached to the camera securely. z Carrying the flash The flash case can be conveniently attached to the shoulder strap. Put the
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    Preparing the camera Turning on the camera and setting up the date When you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. The screen to set date and time appears. • To turn off the camera, set the power switch to
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    print images with date. Refer to "PMB Help" for more details (page 61). x Resetting the date and time/Checking the current clock setting Press [Menu], then select [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup] (page 29, 54). x Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for
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    When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD monitor: (Night View), (Tripod Night View), (Night Portrait), (Backlight), (Backlight Scene Recognition icon and guide Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape), or (Macro). 3 When using a zoom lens, turn
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    up. Focus indicator 5 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. Recording movies 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. 2 Point the camera to the subject. 3 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Focus and brightness are adjusted automatically. If you press the shutter button
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    the continuous shooting mode is used. In such cases, turn the camera off and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again. Playing back images 1 Press the (playback) button. The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor. x Selecting the image Turn the control wheel. x Playing back movies
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    the basic operation 2 Press the left side of the control wheel repeatedly to select (movie), and press the center. To return to still image playback, select (still image) (page 47). 3 Turn the control wheel to select the desired movie, and press the center. During movie playback To pause/resume To
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    2 Press the center of the control wheel to confirm [OK]. Press [Cancel] to quit the operation. [Cancel] [OK] z To delete several images Select [Menu] t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete specific images at the same time. Mastering the basic operation GB 28
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    soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera. x Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When you turn or press the right/left/top/bottom parts of parts of the control wheel. Press the center to make your choice. GB 29
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    soft key C). In this handbook, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the screen. A In this case, soft key A works as the [Menu] button, C and soft key B as the [Shoot. Tips] button. Soft B key C works as the [Shoot Mode] button. Mastering the basic operation GB 30
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    operation Using the guide function of the camera The camera provides various "Help Guides" which explain the functions, and "Shooting Tips" which introduce tips for better shooting. Use these guides to make better use of the camera. x Help Guides The camera displays the Help Guide to explain the
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    Adjusts the blurring of the background. (Picture Effect): Selects the desired effect filter for shooting. (Soft Skin Effect): Adjusts the level of the Soft Skin Effect. (Self-timer/Continuous Adv.): Sets the 10-second delay selftimer/Shoots images continuously with high speed. (Vividness): Adjusts
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    functions z Playing back in Photo Creativity mode In Photo Creativity mode, pressing the button accesses the Photo Creativity playback mode. Press [ may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used. z For a better result of Background Defocus • Move closer to the
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    Effect 1 Select (Picture Effect) (page 32). 2 Select the desired effect by image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. (High Contrast Monochrome): Creates an image with high contrast in black and white. (Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo
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    Using the recording functions 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center. When the image is too bright, set [Exposure Comp.] toward -. When the image is too dark, set [Exposure Comp.] toward +. Changing the screen display (DISP) 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the
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    Mode] t desired mode, and press the center. (Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. SCN (Scene Selection): Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or condition. (Picture Effect): Shoots with the desired effects to express a unique atmosphere
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    night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise. x Anti Motion Blur This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur. 1 Select (Anti Motion
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    Panorama While you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image. 1 Select (Sweep Panorama) or Panorama) (page 36). (3D Sweep 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. This part will not be taken. 3 Pan
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    by pressing the center of the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press it again to pause. • Panoramic images are played back with the supplied software "PMB" (page 61). • Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly. Shows the displayed
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    , and sea 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
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    the subject and the background. (Rear Sync.): Fires right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter. A trailing 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 58). The
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    you want to include yourself in the picture. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates. ( Drive Mode] to [Single-shot Adv.]. Shooting still images continuously The camera records images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter
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    Using the recording functions z To shoot continuously at a higher speed Select (Speed Priority Cont.) from Drive Mode to shoot more images continuously (max. 5.5 images per second). The focus and exposure of the first shot are used for the following shots. GB 43
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    is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. In the case of movies, the larger the image size, the higher the image quality. 1 Press [Menu]. [Menu] 2 Use the control wheel to select [Image Size] t [Image Size], and press the center. 3 Turn the
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    (Standard) 6 Mbps VGA (640 × 480) 3 Mbps Usage guidelines Records with high image quality for viewing on a high-definition TV. Records in the suitable size for WEB uploads. Note • When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic images, both edges may be cut off. GB 45
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    ) 1 Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. 2 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press [Enlarge] (the center of the control wheel). (Playback) button 3 Turn the control wheel to adjust the scaling. Control wheel 4
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    ) button to enter the playback mode. 2 Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six images are displayed at a time. (Playback) button 3 Turn the control wheel to select an image. • To return to the single-image screen, select the desired image, and press the center. z Switching between the still
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    TV on the other end. z Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV You can view 3D images recorded with the camera on a 3D TV connected to the camera using an HDMI cable (sold separately). Select [Menu] t [Playback] t [3D Viewing]. • For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. GB 48
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    exposure mode, panoramic, Scene Selection. Intelligent Auto Scene Selection Picture Effect Anti Motion Blur Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Manual Exposure Shutter Priority Aperture Priority The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. Shoots with preset settings according to
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    method used to fire the flash. (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manualfocus) (Off/Auto/Child Priority/Adult Priority) Each time the camera detects a smile, the camera releases the shutter automatically. (On/Off) Sets the
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    (Standard/Wide) Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. (Right/Left/Up/Down) Selects the image size. (1280 × 720 (Fine)/1280 × 720 (Std)/VGA) Checking the functions available x Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color
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    automatically. (Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR) Selects the image processing method. (Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black & White) x Playback Allows you to set playback functions. Delete Slide Show Still/Movie Select Image Index Select Folder Select Date Rotate Protect 3D Viewing Enlarge
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    . (On/Off) Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. (No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off) Changes the range of color reproduction. (sRGB/AdobeRGB) Sets camera shake compensation. (On/Off) Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. (Enable/Disable) Sets the noise
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    Date/Time Setup Area Setting Help Guide Display Power Save GB 54 Assigns a function to the left key on the control wheel. (Shoot Mode/Shoot. Tips/Drive Mode/AF/MF Select/ Autofocus Mode/Autofocus Area/Precision Dig. Zoom/ISO/White Balance/Metering Mode/DRO/Auto HDR/Creative Style/Flash Mode/Flash
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    . (Mass Storage/PTP) Allows you to clean the image sensor. Displays the version of the camera and the lens. Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with movies. (On/Off) Resets the camera to the factory-settings. Formats the memory card. Selects the method used for assigning file numbers to
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    used. (On/Off) * Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. Do not use an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera on an airplane. If there is an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions
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    Motion Blur Scene - Selection - - - - - - - Picture Effect Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure - Self-timer - - - - Continuous Face Adv. Detection - - - - - - - - - - - - Smile Shutter - - - - Note • The functions available may be limited also
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    the function not available. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Off Intelligent Auto Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Anti Motion Blur Scene Selection - Picture Effect Program Auto - Aperture Priority - Shutter Priority - Manual Exposure
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    to the computer Installing the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: • Sony Image Data Suite "Image Data Converter SR" "Image Data Lightbox SR" • "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) (Windows only) Notes • Log on as Administrator. • If "PMB" has already
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    Make sure that both "Sony Image Data Suite" and "PMB" are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions /Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or Ver.3"/"Image Data faster Lightbox SR" Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended.
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    Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. What you can do with the supplied software x "PMB" With "PMB" you can do the following, etc.: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • Organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to
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    The support information for the "Sony Image Data Suite" (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ GB 62
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    flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card. x Number of still images and time of movies that can be recorded on a memory card Still images The table shows the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera
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    is clearer but the recording time is shorter because a lot of memory needed to record. The recording time also vary depending on the shooting condition or your subject or the setting of image quality/size. x Number of still images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of
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    • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) GB 65 Others
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    standby A Display Indication Shooting mode P A S M Scene Selection Graphic display Picture Effect Movie recording Image size/Aspect ratio of still images Playback GB 66 RAW RAW+J Image quality of still FINE STD images 100 Number of recordable still images Image size of movies
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    Display Indication Memory card/Upload 123 Min 100% Recordable time of movies Remaining battery Scene Recognition icons Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Does not record sound during movie recording Camera shake warning Overheating warning Database file full/ Database file error Histogram
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    12/12 Indication Image number/ Number of images recorded in the date or selected folder SteadyShot Appears when HDR did not work on the image. D Display z 1/125 F3.5 ±0.0 ±0.0 REC 0:12 2011-1-1 9:30AM GB 68 Indication Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual Exposure compensation
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    detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. x For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Click [Handbook]. 3 Click [Install]. 4 Start "α Handbook" from the shortcut
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    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 15). • You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is
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    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 attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page 17). Recording takes a long time. • The noise reduction function is turned on. This is not
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    . The image taken with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is beyond the flash range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject. If the ISO is changed, the flash range also changes with it (page 41). The date and time are
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    . • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 74). 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 20). [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] (page 37) and
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    for or frequency of break times varies between individuals, please set your own standards. If you feel sick, stop watching 3D images, and consult a doctor as needed. Also, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera. A child's vision is always
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    OFF before you attach or remove an accessory, such as the flash, to the Smart Accessory Terminal. When attaching an accessory, plug the accessory into the Smart Accessory Terminal to the end and fasten the screw. Make sure that the accessory is attached to the camera securely. Do not use/store the
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    Sony service 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 (sold separately), and GB 76 leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. On memory cards
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    flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission. • Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. A memory card, etc., may be swallowed. If such problem occurs, consult a doctor immediately. On RAW images To view RAW images recorded with the camera, "Image Data
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    Specifications Camera [System] Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital camera Lens: E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image sensor: 23.5 × 15.6 mm (APS-C format) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor: Approx. 16 500 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 16 200 000 pixels [
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    USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) 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) Dimensions (CIPA compliant): Approx
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    lens Camera NEX-C3A/C3D NEX-C3D/C3K Equivalent 24 35 mm-format focal length*1 (mm) 27 - 82.5 Lens groups-elements Angle of view*1 Minimum focus*2 (m (feet)) 5-5 83° 0.24 (0.79) 9-11 76° - 29° 0.25 (0.82) Maximum magnification 0.078 0.3 (×) Minimum f-stop f/22 f/22 - f/32 Filter
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    and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed. Trademarks • is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," , "Memory Stick PRO," , "Memory Stick Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo," , "Memory Stick Micro
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    or a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/ or other countries. • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all
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    wheel 29 Creative Style 52 CTRL FOR HDMI 55 Custom 54 D Date/Time Setup 54 Delete 27 Demo Mode 55 Display Card Space 55 Display Color 55 Display Contents 35, 50 Drive Mode 50 DRO/Auto HDR 52 E Enlarge 46 Enlarge Image 46 Exposure compensation 35 Eye-Fi Setup 56 F Face Detection 50
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    Level 53 Photo Creativity 32 Picture Effect 34 Playback 26 Playback Display 55 Playback on TV 48 Playback zoom 46 PMB 61 Portrait 37 Power Save 54 Precision Dig. Zoom 50 Program Auto 36 Protect 52 GB 84 Q Quality 51 R Recover Image DB 55 Red Eye Reduction 53 Release w/oLens 53
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    U Upload Settings 56 USB Connection 55 V Version 55 Volume Settings 52 W White Balance 51 Wide Image 55 Windows 59 GB 85 Others
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NEX-C3
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
Others
©2011 Sony Corporation
Printed in Thailand
NEX-C3
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