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  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 1
    4-423-275-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index NEX-F3 GB © 2012 Sony Corporation
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    setting 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. z Indicates information that is useful to know. 2GB
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    Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook 2 Sample photo 6 Identifying parts 12 List of icons on the screen 16 Basic operations Operating the camera 19 Menu 21 Shooting images 27 Playing back images 29 Deleting images 31 Using functions with the control wheel
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Using functions in the menu Shoot Mode 21 Camera 22 Image Size 23 Brightness/Color 23 Playback 24 Setup 24 Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV 168 Using with your computer 171 Using the software 173 Connecting the camera to the
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    Table of contents Index Index 203 Sample photo Menu Index 5GB
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    but how can I do?" You may find the answer by going through the sample photos listed here. Click the desired sample photo. Shooting people (page 7) Shooting macro photos (page 8) Shooting landscapes (page 9) Shooting sunset/night scenes (page 10) Shooting fast moving subjects (page 11) If you click
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Shooting people 53 A person stands out, while backgrounds blurred away (33) 75 A happy smile (75) 53 A person in front of night view (53) 46 A group photo (46, 47) 78 With soft skin tones (78) 48 The same scene with different brightness (48) 55 In candle
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    Table of contents Sample photo Shooting macro photos 53 Defocusing the background (33) 53 Flowers (53) 66 Focusing manually (66) 88 Preventing camera shake for indoor shots (88) 89 Adjusting the color to indoor light (89) 93 Lowering the amount of flash light (93) 42 In better brightness (
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Shooting landscapes 42 The sky in vivid colors (42) 62 Running water (62) 98 Vivid green colors (98) 98 Colored leaves (98) 56 Panoramic photos (56) 94 Scenery with a wide range of brightness (94) 94 Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (94) 113
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    of contents Sample photo Shooting sunset/night scenes 53 Holding the camera by hand (53) 53 Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully (53) 61 Fireworks (61) 65 Trail of light (65) 48 The same scene in different brightness (48) 46 Defocusing the background (33) 46 Preventing camera shake
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    Table of contents Sample photo Shooting fast moving subjects 69 Following a moving subject (69) 66 With the subject approaching the camera (66) 62 Expressing vigorous action (62) 45 Capturing the best moment (45) Menu Index 11GB
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    of contents Sample photo Identifying parts When the lens is removed I Lens J Mount K Image sensor 3) L Lens contacts 3) M (flash pop-up) button (65) N (Playback) button (29) O MOVIE button (27) P Soft key A (20) Q Soft key B (20) R Soft key C (20) S Control wheel (19) 1) Accessories for the
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    Sample photo • 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), and may damage the camera you take a self-portrait. The 3-second delay selftimer is automatically selected in the
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Lens E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3D/F3K/F3Y) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-F3D) A
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    E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3Y) Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. 15GB
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    page 39). Shooting standby A Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S M Sample photo Scene Selection Scene Recognition Menu Index Graphic Display Movie recording Playback 16M 14M 8.4M 7.1M 4M 3.4M Aspect ratio of still images Image size of still images RAW RAW+J FINE STD 100 60i/50i 60i/50i
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    Face Detection White Balance 7500K A7 G7 Soft Skin Effect DRO/Auto HDR Auto Port. Framing Creative Style Smile Shutter Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator D Display z 1/125 F3.5 ±0.0 ±0.0 Indication Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual Exposure compensation
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    Table of contents Sample photo Display Indication Aperture indicator REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) 2012-1-1 9:30AM Recorded date/time of the image 12/12 Image number/Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when Picture Effect did
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    Table of contents Sample photo Basic operations Operating the camera The control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera. Soft keys Control wheel Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.), and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the
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    control wheel. The arrow means you can turn the control wheel. Sample photo Menu Index When options are displayed on the screen, you can 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 (Menu) button, and C soft key B as
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    for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. Sample photo Menu Index 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
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    Sample photo Smile Shutter Auto Port. Framing Soft Skin Effect Shooting Tip fire the flash. Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. Selects the area to be focused camera detects a smile, the camera releases the shutter automatically. Analyzes the scene when capturing a face and saves another image
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    the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. Selects AVCHD or MP4. Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies. Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Exposure Comp. ISO
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    you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AF Illuminator Red Eye Reduction FINDER/LCD Setting Live View Display Auto Review Grid Line Peaking Level Peaking Color Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Self-portrait Self-timer Sets the AF illuminator to
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    Auto mode. Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an expanded 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
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    Sample photo Playback Display Selects the method used to play back portrait images. HDMI Resolution Sets the resolution when connected to HDMI TV. CTRL FOR HDMI Sets whether or not to operate the camera the image sensor. Version Displays the versions of the camera and the lens/mount adaptor
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Shooting images Shooting images with the settings in effect when you bought the camera is explained here. The camera makes decisions appropriate to the situation, and adjusts the settings. 1 Adjust the LCD screen angle, and hold the camera. The Scene
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    Table of contents Sample photo z If you shoot 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
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    Sample photo Playing back images Plays back the recorded images. 1 Press the (Playback) button. 2 Select the image with the control wheel. 3 To play back panoramic images . * The movie is played back frame-by-frame. Note • Panoramic images shot on other cameras may not be played back properly.
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    Table of contents Sample photo Enlarged playback A portion of a still image can be enlarged for closer examination during playback. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded still image. You can enlarge playback images from the menu (page 105). 1 Display the image you want to
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Index Deleting images You can delete the image displayed. 1 Display the image you want to delete, and 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 cannot
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    Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). Sample photo Menu Index 3 Select the item you want to set from the items displayed at the bottom of the screen. You can use the Photo Creativity setup items simultaneously. 4 Select the desired setting. 5 To take still images, press the shutter button
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Background Defocus Photo Creativity allows you to defocus the background to the original status. Notes • The defocusing range available depends on the lens used. • The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Brightness You can adjust the brightness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Brightness]. 4 Select the desired brightness. : To make images brighter : To make
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Color You can adjust the color easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Color]. 4 Select the desired color. : To make the color warm : To make the color cool Select
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Index Vividness You can adjust the vividness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Vividness]. 4 Select the desired vividness. : To make images vivid : To make images faint
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    . Sample photo Menu Index 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Picture Effect]. 4 Select the desired effect. Select AUTO to restore to the original status. (Off) Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera) Creates
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    of contents Sample photo Menu (Soft High-key) Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. (Partial Color: Creates an image which retains the color Red) red, but converts others to black and white. (Partial Color: Green) Creates an image which
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Using functions with the 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] t [LCD Display (DISP)]/[Finder
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately). Finder Display(DISP) Disp. Basic Info Shows basic recording
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    Table of contents Sample photo z What is histogram ? The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture. Brighter image will make the entire histogram shift to the right side, and darker image to the left side. Flash R (
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    Sample photo - [Superior Auto] - [Scene Selection] - [Manual Exposure] • You can adjust the exposure in a image • To shoot subjects in brighter tones, set a +-side exposure compensation. To make photos of food look more appealing, shoot the food a little brighter than usual and try to use a white
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    Sample photo Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode. Or, MENU t [Camera an image after 10 or 2 seconds (page 46). Shoots images continuously after 10 seconds (page 47). Shoots 3 images while
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    Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Cont. Shooting]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode ] - [Smile Shutter] - [Auto HDR] - [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] Sample photo Menu Index 44GB
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    contents Sample photo Spd Priority Cont. The camera continues to shoot as long as the shutter button is pressed. The focus and brightness are set at the first image. You can continuously shoot at a rate faster than that of [Cont. Shooting] (at a maximum of about 5.5 images per second). 1 (Drive
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    contents Sample photo Self-timer 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer]. 2 Option t desired mode. To cancel the timer, press (Drive Mode) and select [Single Shooting]. (Self-timer: 10 Sec) (Self-timer: 2 Sec) Sets the 10-second
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    Table of contents Sample photo Self-timer(Cont) Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after 10 seconds. You can choose the best shot from several shots taken. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer(Cont)]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer(Cont)]. 2
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    Sample photo Menu Bracket: Cont. Shoots 3 images while automatically shifting the exposure from base, to darker, then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image shown on the auto review. • In [Manual Exposure], the exposure
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Using functions in the menu Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2 Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. 6-image index appears. You can switch to 12-image index; MENU t [
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    Table of contents Sample photo Intelligent Auto The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on
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    Table of contents Sample photo z If you shoot 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
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Superior Auto The camera automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically. The camera shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting, such as Auto
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    Table of contents Sample photo Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.
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    Table of contents Sample photo (Hand-held Twilight) Shoots 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. Notes • In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the
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    Sample photo Menu Index Anti Motion Blur This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Anti Motion Blur]. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. The camera combines 6 shots at high sensitivity into 1 still image, so camera shake
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    Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. Sample photo Menu Index 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Sweep Panorama]. 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the
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    can lock the focus, exposure, and white balance. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera. • If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the image composition may fail. In such case, adjust the frame composition so that the section is
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    8 seconds when using an E18 - 55 mm lens at the wide end (18 mm) for better results. You should pan the camera slower with the telephoto side of the lens. • When you select [Wide] in [Image Size], you may not be able to pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time. In such cases
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    that you can lock the focus, exposure, and white balance. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera. • When using a zoom lens, it is recommended that you use it with W side. • You can select the direction by selecting MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction]. You can select the
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel repeatedly to select shutter speed or aperture. Shutter speed
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    Sample photo Menu Index BULB You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual speed becomes slow and the camera shake tends to occur conspicuous the noise on the image. • After shooting, noise seconds. 61GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. You can adjust the shutter
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Aperture Priority Blurs or sharpens things in 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 aperture when focusing manually during movie recording
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Program Auto While exposure is adjusted by the camera automatically, you can set shooting functions such as ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Program Auto]. 2 Set the shooting functions to your
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    can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject. Sample photo Menu Index (flash pop-up) button 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Flash Mode] t desired mode. from Smart Accessory Terminal 2 or push down the built-in flash. • The light of the flash may be blocked by the lens attached. If
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu AF/MF Select Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t desired mode. (Autofocus) (DMF) (Manual Focus) Focuses automatically. After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment manually (Direct Manual Focus). Adjusts
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index 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 sharp focus. Note • [Autofocus
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Autofocus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired mode. (Multi) (Center) The camera determines which of the 25 AF areas is used for
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    Table of contents Sample photo Autofocus 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
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Object Tracking Keeps the focusing on a moving subject while tracking it. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Object Tracking]. A target frame appears. 2 Align the target frame with the subject to be tracked, and select OK. The camera starts tracking the subject. To cancel
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Zoom With the [Zoom] feature of the camera, the camera allows you to use a higher magnification zoom than the optical zoom factor of the zoom lens to magnify the image. The maximum zoom scale that can be set with the [Zoom] feature of the camera depends on the
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    Table of contents Sample photo Gives priority to higher On On L magnification when zooming images. M S camera As the image is zoomed by digital processing in [Clear Image Zoom] and [Digital Zoom], the image quality deteriorates compared to that before zooming was used. If you use a zoom lens
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, 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
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    Sample photo Menu Face Registration Detects faces for which information has been registered in advance, when [Face Detection] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1 MENU t [Camera New Registration 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Face Registration] t [New Registration]. 2 Align the guide frame with the face to be
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [ camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode. 4 To exit Smile Shutter mode, MENU t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [Off]. Face Detection frame
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index z 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 and be as level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed. 3 Give a clear
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    Table of contents Sample photo Auto Port. Framing When the camera detects and shoots a face, the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable composition. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. The trimmed image is recorded with the same image size as that of the original
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    Table of contents Sample photo Soft Skin Effect Sets the effect 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 Soft Skin Effect, Option t desired setting. (On) (Off) Uses the Soft Skin Effect
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Shooting Tip List Allows you to search through all shooting tips in the camera. Use this item when you want to look at shooting tips you have seen before. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List]. 2 Search for the desired shooting tip. Turn the control
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    Sample photo Menu DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the screen display modes that can be selected with [Display Contents] (page 39) in shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately). Index
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can
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    of contents Sample photo z Tips for selecting the image size The images appear differently, depending on the mode selected. 16:9 Standard Wide When [Standard] or [Wide] is selected, the images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel. Sweep Panorama The image size varies
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    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. Note • You cannot set this item when using the following functions: - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] Sample photo Menu Index
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    Sample photo Menu Quality Selects the compression format of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Quality] t desired mode. RAW (RAW) RAW+J (RAW & JPEG) FINE (Fine) STD (Standard) File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) This format does not allow you to perform any digital
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    of contents Sample photo Panorama Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot 3D Sweep Panorama or Sweep Panorama images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode. 3D Sweep Panorama (Right) (Left) Pan the camera from the left to the right. Pan the camera from
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    Sample photo Menu File Format Selects the movie file format. 1 MENU t [Image frames/second or at 25 frames/second, respectively. Both 24p and 25p movies utilize the progressive scanning system, Dolby Digital not compatible with the AVCHD format This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile
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    Sample photo Menu Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the data rate (average bit-rate) per second, the higher the image quality. 1 MENU t [Image 60i or 50i To check if your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-compatible device,
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu ISO Sets the luminous sensitivity. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [ISO] t desired setting. (ISO AUTO) 200/400/800/1600/ 3200/6400/12800/ 16000 Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. Sets the sensitivity to light of the imaging sensor. Higher sensitivities
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    Sample photo Menu White Balance Adjusts the color temperature according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color temperature of the image the white balance to suit a specific light source, see the explanation on each mode. AWB (Auto WB) The camera automatically detects
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    automatically, but you can adjust color temperature manually using the [White Balance] function. Weather/ lighting Characteristics of light Daylight White (standard) Cloudy Bluish Fluorescent Incandescent Green-tinged Reddish Sample photo Menu Index Adjusting the color temperature finely
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index 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
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    Table of contents Sample photo Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the functions: - Movie recording - [Intelligent Auto] - [Superior Auto] - [Scene Selection] - The [Zoom] feature of the camera - [Smile Shutter] Menu Index 92GB
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    of contents Sample photo Menu the flash level higher and images brighter. Selecting lower values (- side) makes the flash level lower and images darker. Notes • You night portraits. You can adjust the brightness of people near the camera by changing the flash light intensity. • If the subject is
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t desired mode. (Off) (D-Range Opt.) (Auto HDR) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR]. By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the contrast of light and
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    Sample photo Auto HDR Widens the range (gradations) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts in correct brightness (Auto High Dynamic Range). 1 image with proper exposure and 1 overlaid image [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images. • Since the shutter is released 3 times for 1 shot, be
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    Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. You can set the color tone with Option. (Pop Color) Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Sample photo Menu (Posterization) Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white
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    of the effect with Option. Sample photo (HDR Painting) (Rich-tone Mono.) Creates the look of a painting, enhancing the colors and details. The camera releases the shutter 3 times. You can set the intensity of the effect with Option. Creates an image in black and white with rich gradation and
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    Sample photo Menu Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera images White) For shooting images in black and white image Black & White] is
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    Table of contents Sample photo Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] t desired mode. Multiple Img. All in Folder All AVCHD view files Deletes the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel to select OK. Deletes all images in the
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    Table of contents Sample photo Slide Show Plays back images automatically. 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 On Off Interval 1 Sec 3 Sec 5 Sec 10 Sec 30 Sec Image Type All Display 3D Only
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    Table of contents View Mode Selects the unit of images to be played back. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [View Mode] t desired mode. Folder View(Still) Folder View(MP4) AVCHD View Displays still images by folder. Displays movies (MP4) by folder. Displays AVCHD movies. Sample photo Menu Index 101GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Image Index] t desired mode. 6 Images Displays 6 images. 12 Images Displays 12 images. z Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Rotate Rotates a still image counter-clockwise. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. Once you rotate the image, the image is played back in the rotated position, even if you turn off the power. 1 MENU t [Playback] t
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    Table of contents Sample photo Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed for registered images. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Protect] t desired mode. Multiple Img. Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel
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    Table of contents Sample photo Enlarge 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. 3 Select the position you want to see by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Volume Settings Adjusts the sound volume of movies in 8 steps. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value. z Adjusting the volume during playback The [Volume
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    Table of contents Sample photo Specify Printing You can specify which still images you shot on the memory card that you want to print out later. The (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images (DPOF: Digital Print Order Format). 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Specify Printing] t desired setting
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    Sample photo AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the camera Panorama] is selected. - Recording movies. - Using an A-mount lens (sold separately). • When the AF illuminator is used, the setting
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    Table of contents Sample photo Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired 2 or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1 MENU is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the "red-eye" phenomenon. Camera Eye Retina Menu Index 109GB
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    setting. Auto Manual When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically. You can toggle the display between the Electronic Viewfinder and the LCD screen by using the button on the Electronic Viewfinder. Sample photo Menu Index
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    of contents Sample photo Live View Display Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, Creative Style, or Picture Effect on the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Live View Display] t desired setting. Setting Effect ON Shows the images with
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    Table of contents Sample photo Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the LCD screen right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Auto Review] t desired setting. 10 Sec 5 Sec 2 Sec Off Displays for the set time. Selecting (Enlarge Image) allows you
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    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 not display the grid line. z Checking the frame for movie recording Frame for movie The frame that appears when [Grid Line] is set to
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    Table of contents Sample photo Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, the peaking level is different, depending on the subject, shooting situation, or on the lens used.
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    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. Note • This item cannot be set when [Peaking Level] is set to [Off]. Sample photo Menu Index 115GB
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    of contents Sample photo Clear Image Zoom Sets whether or not to use Clear Image Zoom when the [Zoom] feature of the camera is used (page 71). Zooms an image with higher quality than Digital Zoom. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Clear Image Zoom] t desired setting. On Uses the Clear Image Zoom feature
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    of contents Sample photo Digital Zoom Sets whether to use Digital Zoom or not when the [Zoom] feature of the camera is used (page 71). Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear Image Zoom. This feature can be also available in movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Digital Zoom] t desired
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Self-portrait Self-timer Sets whether or not to set the shooting mode to the 3-second delay self- [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] • When an accessory is attached to Smart Accessory Terminal 2, you may not be able to tilt the LCD
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    camera. Saves all of the images. Notes • Even when you set [S. Auto Image Extract.] to [Off] with [Hand-held Twilight] selected from recognized scene mode, 1 combined image is saved. • When the Auto Port. Framing function is activated, 2 images are saved even if you set it to [Auto]. Sample photo
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    Table of contents Sample 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 t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t desired setting. 2 Turn the focusing ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged by 4.8
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    ] function. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist Time] t desired setting. No Limit 5 Sec 2 Sec Enlarges the display until is selected. Enlarges the image for 5 seconds. Enlarges the image for 2 seconds. Note • This item cannot be set when [MF Assist] is set to [Off]. Sample photo Menu Index 121GB
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    Sample photo standard color space of the digital camera. Use sRGB in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out the images without any modification. This file name of the image starts with "_DSC." Notes • Adobe RGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2.0
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    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
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    Releases the shutter only when a lens is attached. Note • 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 checking it on the recorded image. Sample photo Menu
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    or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) attached to the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Eye-Start AF] t desired setting. On Auto focusing starts when only when the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Sample photo Menu Index 125GB
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    contents Sample photo Front Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases. shooting conditions. In such cases, set this item to [Off]. • When a lens made by another manufacturer (including a Minolta/Konica-Minolta lens) is used, set
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    Table of contents Sample photo Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to a second or longer (Long exposure shooting is in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the image quality. Off Does not activate noise reduction. Select this to
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    Sample photo High ISO NR When shooting with the high ISO, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. When noise reduction is in progress, a message may appear and you cannot take another picture [3D Sweep Panorama] - RAW images Menu Index 128GB
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    by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Shading] t desired setting. Auto Off Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. Sample photo Menu
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    , 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. Note • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. Sample photo Menu Index 130GB
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    by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Auto Off Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. Sample photo Menu Index
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    of contents Sample photo Face Priority Tracking Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or not when the camera detects that face 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
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    sound during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting. On Records sound (stereo). Off Does not record sound. Note • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected. Sample photo Menu Index 133GB
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    with too low volume. • When using a microphone (sold separately), the wind noise reduction will not be carried out even if it is set to [On]. Sample photo Menu Index 134GB
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    [AF Micro Adj.] with Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lenses only. If you use [AF Micro Adj.] with other brands of lenses, the registered value may be affected. • You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lens of the same specification. Menu Index 135GB
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    the first screen of the menu. Displays the last item set. This will make it easier to quickly reset the last item you set previously. Sample photo Menu Index 136GB
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    ] t desired setting. Sample photo Menu Index Right Key Setting Framing Soft Skin Effect Quality Soft key B Setting Shoot Mode Shoot. Tips Autofocus Mode Object Tracking Zoom Face Detection Smile Shutter Soft Key C Soft Key B Right Key ISO White Balance Metering Mode DRO/Auto HDR Picture
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Auto Port. Framing Soft Skin Effect Quality ISO Soft key C Setting Shoot Mode Custom 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
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Calling a function assigned to [Custom] of soft key C 1 Press soft key C when CUSTOM (Custom) is displayed. 2 Select [Custom 1], [Custom 2], [Custom 3], [Custom 4], or [Custom 5] by pressing the right/left of the control wheel. 139GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index AEL toggle When it is hard to Soft key B Setting]. 2 Select [AEL toggle]. The right key or soft key B becomes the AEL button. 3 Aim the camera at an area to which you want to match the exposure. The exposure is set. 4 Press the AEL button. The exposure
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    Table of contents Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting. On Turns on audible signals when you press the control wheel or soft keys. Off Turns off the audible signal. Sample photo Menu Index 141GB
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    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. 142GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup]. 2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to select an item, and press the top or bottom of it to select the desired setting. 3 Select OK. Daylight Svg.: Date Format: Selects [
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Area Setting Sets the area 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. 144GB
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    Table of contents Help Guide Display You can select whether or not the help guide is displayed 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 145GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo Eco Mode You can shorten the waiting time until the camera is turned off when it is not being Sec] and the brightness of the LCD screen is darker. If you do not operate the camera for a given period of time, the brightness of the LCD screen is reduced. Follows the
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    Table of contents Sample photo Power Save You can set time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode. Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. 30 Min 5 Min 1 Min 20 Sec 10 Sec Switches to
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    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 Menu Index 148GB
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    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 Adjust the brightness automatically. Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of -1 to +1. Sample photo Menu Index 149GB
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    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 150GB
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    of contents 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
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    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 152GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo HDMI Resolution When you connect the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [HDMI Resolution] t desired setting. Auto 1080p 1080i
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    . On Operates the camera with the TV remote control. Off Does not operate the camera with the TV remote control. Note • 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 photo Menu Index 154GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo USB Connection Selects the method used for a USB connection. 1 MENU t [ enabled to use. In the case of other computers (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.
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    contents Sample photo Menu Index Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Cleaning Mode] t OK. The message "After cleaning, turn camera off. Continue?" appears. 2 Select OK. The anti-dust is activated automatically. 3 Turn the camera off. 4 Detach the lens. 5 Use
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend
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    Sample photo Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera Mode] t desired setting. On The demonstration begins automatically when the camera is not operated for about 1 minute. Only protected AVCHD movies are
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    Sample photo Menu Index Reset Default Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you activate [Reset Default], the images are retained. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset Default] t OK. Notes • Be sure not to turn off the camera while resetting. • Following settings are not reset: - [Date
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    Sample photo Menu Index Format Formats the memory card. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the camera • Formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. • During the format, the access lamp lights
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    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 than the largest number is assigned. Sample photo Menu Index 161GB
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    Table of contents Sample photo Folder Name Still images you shoot are recorded in a folder that is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the folder name form. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Folder Name] t desired setting. Standard Form Date Form The folder name
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Select Shoot. Folder When a standard form folder is selected and there are 2 or more folders, you can select the recording folder to be used to record still images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired folder. Notes • You cannot select the
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index New Folder Creates a folder in the memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly 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
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [
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    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]. 166GB
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    Sample photo Sets whether or not you use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera , refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card. • This product does not support the Eye-Fi "Endless
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV To view images recorded on the camera on a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 1
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    Sample photo Using "BRAVIA" Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports "BRAVIA" Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control. 1 Connect a TV that supports "BRAVIA" Sync to the camera. The input is automatically switched and the image
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    Sample photo 3D Viewing To view 3D panorama images recorded on the camera on a 3D TV, set as follows. 1 Connect the camera to the 3D TV using an 1 To the HDMI HDMI cable (sold separately). connector 2 MENU t [Playback] t [3D Viewing] t OK. HDMI cable 3D panorama images shot with the camera
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • "Image Data Converter" You can open RAW format image files. • "PlayMemories Home" You can import still images or
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    Sample photo Recommended computer environment (Mac) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) "Image Data Converter Ver.4" USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 - v10.7 "Image operating systems
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Index computer following the instructions on the screen. • DirectX may be installed depending on the system environment of your Image Data Converter" "PlayMemories Home" "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" Note • If "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a camera
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    Converter" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using "PlayMemories Home" With "PlayMemories Home" you can do the following, etc.: • To set images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • To organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view
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    Sample photo Menu Index z To use "PlayMemories 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
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    Table of contents Sample photo Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into 1 To a USB terminal of the the camera, or connect the camera to a wall computer outlet (wall socket) using the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). 2 Turn on the camera and the
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    Sample photo z The software for Mac computers For details on other software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony. computer, and the camera is disconnected from the computer. • With Windows 7, the disconnect icon may not be displayed. In such cases, you can disconnect
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    Table of contents Sample photo Creating a movie disc Depending on the disc type, playable devices may keep high-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) -* To keep standard definition image quality (STD)
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    Sample photo Characteristics of each type of disc Disc type/usage Player A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record high definition image quality (HD) movies of a longer duration than DVD discs. High-definition image quality (HD) High-definition image ®3 system software. • The PlayStation
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Index Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc (AVCHD recording disc) You can create a high definition image quality (HD , access the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ See "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" for details. 180GB Continued r
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc on a computer You can create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc from AVCHD movies imported to a computer using supplied software "PlayMemories Home." 1 Start up [PlayMemories Home] and click (
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    the images. You can insert the date on the image and print it. For details, see the "PlayMemories Home Help 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 conforming
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 183 to 188. Sample photo 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about 1 minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 159). 4 Consult your Sony
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    pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. Sample photo Menu Index Shooting images Nothing is displayed on 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
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index - [Anti Motion Blur] - Movie recording Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. • Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. The flash takes too long
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index The exposure value 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. • When the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees with [Self-
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    printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not. • When having images printed at a photo printing service shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges. Cannot print images with the date. • Using "PlayMemories Home," you can print
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the images shot with the camera include information on the recording date, you can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can
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    of contents Sample photo Menu Index Warning messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions below. 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 for a long
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    of contents Sample photo • The SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. No images. • There is no image on
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index No images selected. • You attempted to delete without specifying images. No images changed. • You attempted to execute DPOF without specifying images. Cannot create more folders. • The folder with a name beginning with "999" exists on the memory card.
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    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Others Using the camera abroad You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied), cause a malfunction. On TV color systems The camera automatically detects the color system to match that of the connected video device. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada,
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    Sample photo Menu Memory card You can use following memory cards with this camera cases: - When the memory card is removed or the camera present • Images recorded on an system used on SDXC memory cards.) "Memory Stick" media The types of "Memory Stick" media that can be used with the camera
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 194
    Table 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 of
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 195
    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Your camera operates only with level High Low You cannot shoot any more image. • When the power goes off even pack is frequently used. Use the remaining battery indication as a rough guide only. How to store the battery pack • Fully discharge the
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 196
    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-F3K | Handbook - Page 197
    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Battery charging • Only NP-FW50 battery packs (and at the interval of about 1.3 seconds. • 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
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    mount lens (sold separately) to your camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Sample photo Menu mount lens is attached. (When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be about 2 seconds to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 199
    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-F3K | Handbook - Page 200
    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 Electronic Viewfinder. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Electronic Viewfinder. Sample photo Menu
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 201
    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification1) or the 720p specification2) using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 202
    Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Cleaning Cleaning the camera • Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts. Blow away dust from inside the mount using a commercially available blower*. For details on cleaning the image sensor, see page 156. * Do not use a spray blower.
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 203
    Sample photo Menu Index Numerics 3D Sweep Panorama 58 3D Viewing 170 A AdobeRGB 122 AEL button 140 AEL toggle 140 AF Illuminator 108 AF/MF Select 66 Anti Motion Blur 55 Aperture 63 Aperture Priority 63 Area Setting 144 Aspect Ratio 83 Auto HDR 95 Auto Port. Framing 77 Auto Review
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 204
    142 LCD Brightness 148 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber 130 Lens Comp.: Distortion 131 Lens Comp.: Shading 129 Live View Display 111 Long Exposure NR 127 M Mac 173 Macro 53 Manual Exposure 60 Manual Focus 66 Memory card 193 Menu 21 Brightness/Color 23 Camera 22 Image Size 23 Playback 24
  • Sony NEX-F3K | Handbook - Page 205
    T Troubleshooting 183 U Upload Settings 167 USB Connection 155 V Version 157 View Mode 101 Viewfinder Bright 149 Vividness 36 Volume Settings 106 W Warning messages 189 White Balance 89 Wide Image 151 Wind Noise Reduct 134 Windows 173 Z Zoom 71 205GB Index Menu Sample photo Table
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    Sample photo Menu Index Notes on the License "C Library", "zlib", and "libjpeg" software are provided in the camera VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We Systems web page: http://www.adobe.com/ 206GB
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