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    found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-F3 4-426-560-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation
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    whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-F3 Serial No Model No. AC -UB10/AC-UB10B Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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    . • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ AC Adaptor Connect the AC Adaptor to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the AC Adaptor, immediately shut off the
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    Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-F3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. [ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
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    in separate service or guarantee documents. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and
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    In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. GB 6
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    up the date 23 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images 25 Recording movies 26 Playing back images 27 Deleting images 29 Operating the camera 30 Using the guide function of the camera 32 Using the recording functions Setting the function using Photo Creativity 33 Adjusting
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    camera (α Handbook 76 Troubleshooting 77 Precautions 82 Specifications 87 Index 92 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-F3D NEX-F3K
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    • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) * Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region. • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) • Micro USB cable (1) • AC adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B (1) x NEX-F3D • E16 mm single focus lens (1)/Front lens
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    the camera Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When the lens is removed A Flash B ON/OFF (Power) switch (23) C Shutter button (26) D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp E Lens release button (20) F Image sensor position mark G Smart Accessory
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    Preparing the camera A (flash pop-up) button (43) B (Playback) button (27) C MOVIE button (26) D Soft key A . Tilt the LCD screen upward about 180 degrees when you take a selfportrait. The 3-second delay selftimer is automatically selected in the default setting. I Speaker J Charge lamp K (USB
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    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. D Battery compartment (15) E Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately
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    See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3D/ F3K/F3Y) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-F3D) 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
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    Preparing the camera E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3Y) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 14
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    Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 " switch to OFF. 2 While sliding the cover open lever, open the battery cover. Preparing the camera 3 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery
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    AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Preparing the camera Power cord (Mains lead) The charge lamp lights orange, charging the battery. If it is set to ON, the camera cannot charge the battery. • When the charge lamp flashes, If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is
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    camera charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF). • 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 to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs,
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    computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. - We do time. z Using your camera abroad - Power source You can use your camera and AC-UB10/UB10B ." You cannot Low shoot any more image. Note • The displayed level may to operating conditions with your camera. Using the "InfoLITHIUM"
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    attached, remove it from the camera or the lens. • Quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks on the lens and the camera. • Hold the camera's face downward to prevent the
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    operating manual supplied with the 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
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    . x Memory cards that you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of the memory cards. Usable memory card Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory
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    exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards
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    time appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. The screen to set date and time appears. • To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF. 2 Press the center of the control wheel. 3 Select your area by pressing the right or left of the control
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    wheel. Note • You cannot superimpose the date on images on this camera. Using "PlayMemories Home" stored on the CD-ROM (supplied), you can save or print images with date. Refer to "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" for more details (page 65). x Resetting the date and time/Checking the current clock
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    still images In the (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide
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    z lights up. Mastering the basic operation Focus indicator 5 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. • When the camera detects and shoots a face with [Auto Port. Framing] set to [Auto], the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable composition. Both the original and the trimmed
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    . Notes • The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording 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 screen. x Selecting the image
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    t [Playback] t [View Mode] t [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View]. • To return to still image playback, select [Folder View(Still)]. 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired movie, and press the center. sound volume Press the bottom t top/bottom. * The movie is played back frame-by-frame. GB 28
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    Mastering the basic operation Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. 1 Display the desired image, and press (Delete). 2 Press the center of the control wheel. • Select to quit the operation. OK z To delete several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] to select
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    keys allow you to use various functions of the camera. x Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.) and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When
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    the function shown at the center, press the center of the control wheel (soft key C). In this manual, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the screen. In this case, soft key A A works as the MENU (Menu) button, and soft C key B as the ZOOM (Zoom) button
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    operation Using the guide function of the camera The camera provides various "Help Guides" which explain the functions, and "Shooting Tips" which introduce tips for better shooting. Use these guides to make better use of the camera. x Help Guides The camera displays the Help Guide to explain the
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    (Color): Adjusts the color. (Vividness): Adjusts the vividness. (Picture Effect): Selects the desired effect filter for shooting. 4 Select various functions. Notes • The Photo Creativity function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. • The Photo Creativity function is only available
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    value adjusted with the defocusing effect. Note • The defocusing effect 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 subject. • Lengthen the distance between the subject and the background. GB 34
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    wheel. (Off): Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. (Pop and white. (Retro Photo): Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. (Soft High-key): Creates an image with
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    . When the image is too bright, set [Exposure Comp.] toward -. When the image is too dark picture. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates. (Self-timer: 2 Sec): Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. You can prevent blur caused by camera
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    Mode). The camera starts continuous recording after ten seconds. Shooting still images continuously The camera records images continuously while Spd 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
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    not show recording information. 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). During playback Display Info.: Shows recording information. Histogram
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    the center. (Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and makes the camera shake when shooting a slightly dark indoor scene or a telephoto. (Sweep Panorama): Shoots with panoramic size. (3D Sweep Panorama): Shoots 3D panoramic images used for playback on a 3D compatible TV. M (Manual
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    . (Sports Action): Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. (Sunset): Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. (Night Portrait): Shoots portraits in night scenes
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    x Sweep Panorama/3D Sweep 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 38). (3D Sweep 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. Using the
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    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. 1 Select S (Shutter Priority) (page 38). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center. z Shutter
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    shooting as necessary. In Program Auto mode, the camera shoots with various functions, such as white balance, ISO, etc., adjusted. 1 Select In Superior Auto mode, the recording process takes longer, since the camera must make a composite image. Selecting the flash mode 1 When you want to fire the
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    movement of the subject is captured to make more natural image. • The selectable items of the flash mode depends on the shooting mode (page 61). Notes • You cannot select [Fill-flash] with [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto]. • When the camera is charging the flash, blinks on the LCD screen. You
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    size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take 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 be recorded. In the case of movies, the larger the bit
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    3D Panorama (16:9) (Standard) (Wide) Shoots images using a size suitable for a highdefinition TV. Horizontal: 1920 × 1080 Shoots images using standard size. Horizontal: 4912 × 1080 Shoots images using wide size. Horizontal: 7152 × 1080 Panorama The image size varies depending on the shooting
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    functions Notes • When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic images, both edges may be cut off. a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc. •
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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 Image) (the center of the control wheel). (Playback) button 3 Turn the control wheel to adjust the scaling. 4 Press the top/bottom/right/left of the control
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    , and press the center. z Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen, then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can change the view mode by pressing the center of the control
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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. z Using your
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    list When you press MENU, six menu items; [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback], and [Setup], appear on the Motion Blur Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Manual Exposure Shutter Priority Aperture Priority Program Auto The camera evaluates the subject and makes the
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    /Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manual Focus) Selects the area to be focused on. (Multi/ the camera detects a smile, the camera releases the shutter automatically. (Off/On) Analyzes the scene when capturing a face and saves another image
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    /Standard) Selects the image size of 3D panoramic images. (16:9/Standard/Wide) Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting 3D panoramic images. (Right/Left) Selects the image size. (Standard/Wide) Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. (Right/Left/Up
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    a unique atmosphere. (Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./ Miniature) Selects the image processing method. (Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black & White) x Playback GB Allows you to
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    the images to print, or makes printing settings. (DPOF Setup/Date Imprint) Switches the information to be displayed on the playback screen. (Display Info./Histogram/No Disp. Info.) Checking the functions available x Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera
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    the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color. (High/Mid/Low/Off) Sets the color used for the peaking function. (White/Red/Yellow) Zooms an image with higher quality than Digital Zoom. (On/Off) Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear Image Zoom. This feature can be also available
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    . Main Settings Menu start Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. (Enable/Disable) Sets whether or not to use (Auto/Off) Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or not when the camera detects that face during object tracking. (On/Off) Sets the sound for movie
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    LCD screen. (Black/White/Blue/Pink) Selects a method to display wide images. (Full Screen/Normal) Selects the method used to play back portrait images. (Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate) Set resolution when connected to HDMI TV. (Auto/1080p/1080i) Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a "BRAVIA
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    Card Space Eye-Fi Setup* Upload Settings Resets the camera to the factory-settings. Formats the memory card. Selects the method used for assigning file numbers to images. (Series/Reset) Selects the folder name format. (Standard Form/Date Form) Selects the recording folder. Creates a new folder
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    SCN (Scene - Selection) - - - - - - - P (Program Auto) A (Aperture Priority) S (Shutter Priority) M (Manual - Exposure) Self-timer - - - - Cont. Shooting - - - - - - - - - - Face Detection - Picture Effect - - - - - - Note • The functions available may be limited also by
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    Autoflash - - - - Fill-flash - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P (Program Auto) - - A (Aperture Priority) - - S (Shutter Priority) - - M (Manual Exposure) - - Slow Sync. - Rear Sync. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Notes • The flash modes may
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    • [Autoflash] can be selected when [Shoot Mode] is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], or certain [Scene Selection] modes only. GB 62
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    images you have shot. Notes • Log on as Administrator. • Use "Image Data Converter" to play back RAW images. • If "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a camera editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering GB API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to
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    appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Connect the camera to the computer. 3 Click [Install]. • Make sure that both "Image Data Converter" and "PlayMemories Home" are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the
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    t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. "PlayMemories Home" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Note • "PlayMemories Home" is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software
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    by this camera. • To rank images in 5 grades. • To apply color labels, etc. For details on "Image Data Converter," refer to Help. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. "Image Data Converter" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp
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    this camera. image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) -* To keep standard definition image image quality to a lower setting allows you to create a disc. Importing images a standard definition image quality (STD)
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    access following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ • image image quality (HD) quality (STD) HDD recorder, etc.: To create a DVD with standard image quality (STD) Standard definition image quality (STD) Note • For details on how to create a disc, refer to the operating instructions
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    camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. Image size: L 16M Aspect ratio: 3:2* (Units: images ] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above (except for [RAW]). GB
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    recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes per recording. The maximum size of an MP4 Note • The recording time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Variable Bit Rate) which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the shooting scene. When you record a
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    - [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF]. - Shooting once every 30 seconds. - The flash strobes once every two times. - The power turns on and off Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products
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    on the LCD screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) 7.1M 4M 3.4M Aspect ratio of still images Image size of still images RAW RAW+J FINE STD 100 Image quality of still images Number of recordable still
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    Recording mode of movies Display Memory card/ Upload 123Min 100% Recordable time of movies Eco Mode Remaining battery Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Live view Does not record sound during movie recording SteadyShot/ SteadyShot warning 101-0012
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    Focus area mode Face Detection AWB White Balance 7500K A7 G7 Soft Skin Effect DRO/Auto HDR Auto Port. Framing Creative Style GB 74 D Display z 1/125 F3.5 ±0.0 ±0.0 ISO400 REC 0:12 Indication Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual Exposure compensation ISO sensitivity AE
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    Display 2012-1-1 9:30AM 12/12 Indication Recorded date/time of the image Image number/ Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when Picture Effect did not work on the image. Histogram Others GB 75
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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
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 59). Others 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • When
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    The charge lamp flashes in two ways, fast (about 0.3-second intervals) and slow (about 1.3-second intervals). If it is flashing fast, remove the battery 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
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    an image. The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens. • You are shooting in manual focus Scene Selection] - [Anti Motion Blur] - Movie recording Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. • Particles (dust, pollen, etc
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    of the camera. Adjust the setting again. The image is whitish (Flare). Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. When using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The corners of the picture are too
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    /file name has been changed on your computer. • When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection. • Use "PlayMemories
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    images, and consult a doctor as needed. Also, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera. process and do not affect the images in any way. Black, white, red, blue and green points • Do not hold the camera by taking hold of the LCD screen
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    camera under direct sunlight, attach the front lens cap. On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction
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    lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date may not be able to be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images to a computer or other storage location, then format the memory
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    in smoking or scorching. • Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. A memory card, etc., may be swallowed. If such problem occurs, consult a doctor immediately. On RAW images To view RAW images recorded with the camera, "Image Data Converter" on the CD-ROM
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    copyright laws. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera. On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the
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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. 16 100 000 pixels [
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    . Movie (MP4 format): Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) [Flash] Flash guide number: GN 6 (in meters at ISO 100) Recycling time: Approx. 3 seconds Flash coverage: Covering 16 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates) Flash compensation
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    focus lens zoom lens E55 - 210 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-F3D NEX-F3D/F3K/ F3Y NEX-F3Y Equivalent 24 35 mm-format focal length1) (mm) 27 - 82.5 82.5 - 315 Lens groups digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. 2) Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor
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    picture angle, by increasing the focal length of your lens by half. For example, by using a 50 mm lens, you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format film camera. On image data compatibility • This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal
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    However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. • Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) • The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account
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    Port. Framing 52 Auto Review 56 Image Zoom 56 Color Space 56 Computer 63 Cont. Shooting 37 Control wheel 30 Creating a disc of movies 67 Creative Style 54 CTRL FOR HDMI 58 Custom Key Settings 58 D Date/Time Setup 58 Delete 29 Demo Mode 58 GB 92 Digital Guide Display 58 Help
  • Sony NEX-F3K | User Manual - Page 93
    Color 56 Peaking Level 56 Photo Creativity 33 Picture Effect 35, 54 Playback 27 Guide 65 Portrait 40 Power Save 58 Program Auto 38 Protect 55 Q Quality 53 R Record Setting 54 Recover Image DB 59 Red Eye Reduction 55 Release w/o Lens 57 Reset Default 59 Rotate 55 S S. Auto Image
  • Sony NEX-F3K | User Manual - Page 94
    52 Soft keys 31 Soft Skin Effect 53 Software 63 Spd Priority Cont 37 Specifications 87 Specify Printing 55 Sports Action 40 SteadyShot 56 Sunset 40 Superior Auto Viewfinder Bright 58 Volume Settings 55 W White Balance 54 Wide Image 58 Wind Noise Reduct 57 Windows 63 Z Zoom 52 GB 94
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NEX-F3
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
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Printed in Thailand
NEX-F3
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic
Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
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answers to frequently asked questions can be
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