Sony SLT-A65V Instruction Manual

Sony SLT-A65V Manual

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    to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual A-mount Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Shooting images to suit your
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    to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. SLT-A65/A65V Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
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    Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: SLT-A65V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address:16530 Via Esprillo,
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    Sony Corporation, declares that this SLT-A65V Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. This product has been tested
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    help to conserve natural resources. 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 the battery will be treated properly, hand over
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    cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. 6
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    Table of Contents Notes on using your camera 9 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items 12 Identifying parts 13 Charging the battery pack 19 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 21 Attaching a lens 24 Turning the camera on and setting the clock 27 Before shooting
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    ) button 54 The functions selected with the MENU button 56 Using the guide function of the camera 63 In-Camera Guide 63 Shooting Tip 63 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 65 Using the software 67 Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies ......... 71 Others List
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    to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera. A child's camera or a memory card, etc. Back up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to other medium. Notes on the LCD monitor, electronic viewfinder, lens
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    can be played back on compatible devices only. On GPS-compatible devices (SLTA65V only) • To determine whether your camera supports GPS function, check the model name of your camera. GPS-compatible: SLT-A65V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A65 • Use GPS in accordance with regulations of countries and regions
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    Model name 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 Lens SLT-A65/A65V - SLT-A65K/ A65VK DT18-55mm SLT-A65Y/ A65VY DT18-55mm and DT55-200mm
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    battery pack NPFM500H (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) SLT-A65K/A65VK • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A65Y/A65VY
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    See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Front side Preparing the camera A Shutter button (30) B Power switch (27) C Control dial D Remote sensor (45) E Self-timer lamp (45) F Lens contacts* G Mirror* H Preview button (52) I Mount J Built-in flash* (41) K Microphone** L Mode dial
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    button v/V/b/B/DISP (Display) (52)/ WB (White balance) (52)/ (Drive) (45, 52)/ (Picture Effect) (52) I Control button (Enter)/AF button (52)/Object Tracking button (52) J (In-Camera Guide) button (63) For viewing: (Delete) button (34) K (Playback) button (33) * Do not directly touch this part. 14
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    Top side Identifying parts Preparing the camera A Auto-lock Accessory shoe B MENU button (56) C MOVIE button (32, 52) D FINDER/LCD button (52) E (Exposure) button (43) F ISO button (52) G Image sensor position mark H For shooting: (Smart
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    . B REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RML1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the camera, insert the plug of the Remote Commander into the REMOTE terminal, aligning the guide of the plug with the guide of the REMOTE terminal. Make sure that the cord of the Remote Commander faces forward
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    K Battery insertion slot (21) L Battery cover (21) M Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods with a screw length of 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) or longer, and attempting to do so may damage the camera.
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    55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM are designed for Sony Amount cameras (models equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor). You cannot use these lenses on 35mm-format cameras. • For the lenses other than DT 1855mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55200mm F4-5.6 SAM, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the lens. 18
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    the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NPFM500H "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack onto the battery charger
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    or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range. • Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). 20
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    Preparing the camera Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. 3 Close the cover. Lock lever 4 While sliding the
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    corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. 6 Close the cover. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow. Be careful not to drop the
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    Battery level High "Battery exhausted." Low You cannot shoot any more pictures. Available memory cards The following memory cards are compatible with this camera. However, all memory cards are not guaranteed to work with this camera. Types of memory card Still images Movies In this manual
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    or debris from getting inside the camera. • When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. Front lens cap Body cap Packaging lid 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera. 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the
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    rear of the lens and the body cap to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. • A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. When you store the lens without attaching it to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. To attach a lens hood It is
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    storing, turn over the lens hood and place it onto the lens backwards. Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the image
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    for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. The screen used for setting date and time appears. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center
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    . This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad. MENU button t 1 t [Area Setting] Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or the
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    1 One hand holds the grip of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens. Point 2 Take a secure stance with your feet shoulder-width apart. Point 3 Lightly tuck your elbows against your body. When shooting in a kneeling position, steady your upper body by placing your elbow on your knee. 29
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    Overlay the AF area on the desired subject. • If the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes, carefully shoot the subject, holding the camera steady, or by using a tripod. AF area (Camera shake warning) indicator 4 When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring, then decide on your shot. Zoom
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    5 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, z or (Focus indicator) lights up. Shooting still images 6 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. Focus indicator Shooting and viewing images 31
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    adjust the focus when it is in autofocus mode. MOVIE button 2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Notes • The sound of the camera and the lens in operation may be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable sound recording by setting [Audio Recording] to [Off] (page 57). • The
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    the left during pause • The movie is played back frame-by- frame. V t v/V v Note • Movies recorded with other devices may not be played back on this camera. 33
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    Deleting images (Delete) Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand. Note • Protected images cannot be deleted. Deleting the image that is currently displayed 1 Display the image you want to delete and press the button. button 2 Select
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    monitor is facing forward. • When the LCD monitor is not used, it is recommended that you close it with the screen side facing to the camera. Note • When the LCD monitor is open, the eye sensor may not be able to function in situations involving low-position shooting. If you look
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    continues to shoot while the shutter button is pressed fully down. The camera records the images continuously at a maximum of about 10 images per second. Allows you to shoot movies with the exposure adjusted manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Allows you to shoot with the
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    modes Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) using the control dial. 1 Set the mode dial to (Auto+). 2 Point the camera towards the subject. When the camera recognizes and adjusts for shooting conditions, the following information
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    . Expresses skin tones softly. 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. Shoots close subjects such as flowers, foods. Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp
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    (Sweep Panorama)/ 2 Press the center of the control button. 3 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button halfway down to Sweep 4 Press the shutter button fully down. 5 Pan or tilt the camera to the end, following the guidance on the screen. This part will not
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    modes Continuous Advance Priority AE 1 Set the mode dial to (Cont. Priority AE). 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subjects. • The camera continues to shoot while the shutter button is pressed fully down. • The camera records the images continuously at a maximum of about 10 images per second. 40
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    the shooting functions Using the flash In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject. 1 Fn button t (Flash Mode) t Select the
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    shutter speed. Fires right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter. Fires an external flash (sold separately) that is off the camera and away from it (Wireless flash shooting). 42
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    Adjusting the brightness of the image Except for exposure mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic exposure). Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic exposure, you can perform exposure compensation. You can make the entire image brighter by shifting to the + side. The
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    Adjusting the brightness of the image Note • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, or Scene Selection. 44
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    ) The 10-second self-timer is convenient when the photographer appears in a photo and the 2-second self-timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake. (Bracket: Cont.) You can shoot 3 images, each with different degrees of exposure. (Single Bracket) You can shoot the specified number of images
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    aperture value as graphs, and clearly illustrates how the exposure works. The pointers on the shutter speed indicator and aperture indicator indicate the current value. Digital level gauge Aperture value Shutter speed 46
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    Using the shooting functions Setting image size Image Size MENU button t 1 t [Image Size] t Select the desired size [Aspect Ratio]: [3:2] Image size L:24M M:12M S:6.0M 6000 × 4000 pixels 4240 × 2832 pixels 3008 × 2000 pixels Usage guidelines For shooting at the highest image quality For
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    [3D Pan.: Image Size] 16:9 Standard Wide 1920 × 1080 4912 × 1080 7152 × 1080 Setting image size 48
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    Using the playback functions Enlarging images A still image can be enlarged for closer examination. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded image. 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press the button. button 2 Zoom the image in or out with the button or button. •
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    Switching to the display of the image list You can display multiple images on the screen simultaneously. Press the button. The image index screen is displayed. button To return to the single-image screen Press the center of the control button when you select the desired image. To display the desired
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    ) 2 To the HDMI terminal 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input. • See also the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 3 Turn on the camera, and press the button. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen. Select the desired image with b/B on the control button. • The LCD monitor
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    button./Rotates images. Sets up the following functions: Display, White Balance, Drive mode, Picture Effect, and Autofocus. Plays back images. Displays a shooting tip or In-Camera Guide./Deletes images. Switches the autofocus and manual focus. Checks blurring of the background. 52
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    the control button, then press the center z to execute. The setup screen appears. 3 Following the operation guide, select and execute the desired function. Operation guide To set up the camera directly from the recording information screen Turn the control dial without pressing the center z in step
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    Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) button The functions that can be selected with the Fn button are as follows: Scene Selection Movie Drive Mode Flash Mode Autofocus Mode AF area Object Tracking Face Detection Smile Shutter ISO Metering Mode Flash Comp. White Balance Selects an
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    processing. (Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black & White) Shoots with the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive expression. (Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/ HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./Miniature
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    The functions selected with the MENU button You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. Press the MENU button, then set up the desired item with v/V/b/B on the
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    not to use auto focus when you look through the viewfinder. (On/Off) Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder and LCD monitor. (Auto/Manual) Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash use. (On/Off) 57
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    selected with the MENU button Release w/o Lens Sets whether shutter can open when lens is not attached. (Enable/Disable) Auto Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/Off) Auto Review Displays the captured image after shooting. Sets auto review. (10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off) DISP Button(Monitor
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    Hold/D.O.F.Preview) Selects the operation method for the (Smart Telecon./Focus Magnifier) button. Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen caused by the lens attached. (Auto/Off) Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen caused
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    Images) Plays back 3D-images using a 3D-compatible TV connected to the camera. Protects or cancels protection for an image. (Multiple Img./Cancel All Images how to play back an image recorded in portrait. (Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate) Memory Card Tool menu Format File Number Formats the memory card
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    Viewfinder Bright. GPS Settings (SLTA65V only) Power Manual) Sets the GPS functions. Sets the interval after which power save mode engages. (30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec) Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI TV. (Auto/1080p/1080i) Operates the camera from a TV that support
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    * Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. Version Language Mode Dial Guide Demo Mode Initialize Displays the camera software version. Selects the language. Turns on or off the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting mode). (On/Off) Sets the demonstration
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    ) button when the recording information display is displayed. A shooting tip list in accordance with the current subject appears automatically. (In-Camera Guide) button 2 Select the desired shooting tip with v/V on the control button, then press the center of the control button. The shooting tip
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    Using the guide function of the camera MENU button t 1 t [Shooting Tip List]t Select the desired shooting tip • You can access a tip from the [Table of contents]. 64
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    to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • "Image Data Converter" • "PMB" (Picture recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is required to
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    The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed some devices, including the camera, may not operate, depending on the types of USB devices you are using. • Connecting the camera using a USB interface
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    instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions instructions on the screen. • DirectX may be installed depending on the system environment of your computer. 3 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete. The following software
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    computer screen to start "PMB Launcher." Installing the software (Macintosh) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn .pkg] file in the copy-to folder. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Using "Image camera. • To rate the images on a scale of five. • To set color labels.
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    " support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using "PMB" With "PMB" you can do the following, etc.: • To set images shot with the camera and date. • To display the shooting location of the image on the map (SLT-A65V only). • To print or save still images with the date. • To create
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    Using the software To use "PMB," refer to "PMB Help." Double-click the shortcut of (PMB Help) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help]. "PMB" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ 70
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    disc from AVCHD View movies that have been recorded with this camera. Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Disc type Software] from the "PMB" installation screen. 71
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    the operating instructions of the device you use. • If you create a disc using Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), use the memory card slot of the DVD Writer or connect the DVD Writer via USB connection to transfer the data. • If you use Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), check that the firmware is updated to the
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    Others List of icons on the screen Graphic Display (LCD monitor) A Display Indication Exposure mode (36) P A S M Display All Info. (LCD monitor) Scene Recognition icons (37) Memory card (21)/ Upload (61) For playback (Basic information display) 100 24M 12M 6.0M 20M 10M 5.1M Remaining
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    battery (22) Flash charge in progress (41) Setting Effect OFF (57) No audio recording of movies (57) SteadyShot/Camera shake warning (57) GPS triangulating status (61) (SLT-A65V (43) AE lock (52) GPS information (SLTA65V only) Latitude and longitude display (SLT-A65V only) Auto HDR image warning
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    Display Indication Flash mode (41)/Red-eye reduction (57) Focus mode (54) AF area (54) Object tracking (54) Face Detection (54) Smile Shutter (54) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Display List of icons on the screen Indication Picture Effect (52) Others E Display Indication Metering mode
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    (45) Face Smile Detection Shutter (54) (54) (30) - (30) - (37) - (38) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (39) - - - - (39) - - - - (40) (36) - - - (36) (36) (36) - (32) * - * When [Manual Exposure] is selected, this function is not available. 76
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    Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, indicates the function selectable. - indicates the function not selectable. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode (30) (30) (37)
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    CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD- users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Select the [Handbook] folder and copy "Handbook.pdf"
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    card The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. Image Size: L 24M
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    that can be recorded is as follows when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use. SLT-A65 SLT-A65V LCD monitor mode Viewfinder mode Approx. 560 images Approx. 510 images
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    shooting using the APS-C size image sensor. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the temperature inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor. In such cases, the camera is turned off automatically since higher temperatures affect the quality of the images or burden the internal
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    °C (86°F) About 29 minutes 40°C (104°F) About 13 minutes • The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or shoot images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the
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    Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Lens Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera A-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format 23.5 mm×15.6 mm (APS-C format) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor Approx. 24 700 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 24 300 000
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    -zone evaluative metering Metering Range -2 EV to +17 EV on Multi segment, Center weighted, Spot modes (at ISO 100 equivalent with F1.4 lens) ISO sensitivity (Recommended exposure index) AUTO, ISO 100 to 16 000 (1 EV step) Exposure compensation ±3.0 EV (1/3 EV step) [Shutter] Type Speed range
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    ) JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant, DPOF compatible MPO (MPF Extended (Disparity Image)) compliant AVCHD Ver. 1.0 compliant Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch, equipped with Dolby Digital Stereo Creator 85 Others
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    protrusions) Approx. 622 g (1 lb 5.9 oz) (with battery and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) Approx. 543 g (1 lb 3.1 oz) (body only) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) On image data compatibility • This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA
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    Specifications Battery charger/Battery BC-VM10A Battery charger Input battery DC 8.4 V DC 7.2 V DC 8.4 V 2.0 A Typical 11.8 Wh (1 650 mAh) Minimum 11.5 Wh (1 600 mAh) Approx. 38.2 mm × 20.5 mm × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 inches × 13/16 inches × 2 1/4 inches) (W/H/D) Approx. 78 g (2.8 oz) Lens
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    (approx., g (oz.)) 210 (7 4/8) 305 (10 3/4) * The values for equivalent 35mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. ** Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject. • This
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    of MultiMediaCard Association. • " " and "PlayStation" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • Adobe is a registered trademark or a trademark of , the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. • Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading
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    Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available. Specifications 90
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    Audio signals 62 Auto HDR 55 Auto Review 58 AUTO 37 Autofocus Mode 54 AVCHD 57, 71 B Battery pack 19, 21 Bracket 45 C Cleaning 88 Focus Hold Button 59 Focus Magnifier 59 Folder Name 61 Format 60 G GPS 61 H Hand-held Twilight 38 Histogram 58 I Image Data Converter 68 Image Index
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    Language 62 LCD Brightness 61 LCD monitor 73 Lens 24 M Macro 38 Manual Exposure 37 Memory card 21 Menu 56 Tip 63 Shutter Priority 36 Slide Show 60 Slow sync 41 Smile Shutter 54 Software 67 Specifications 83 Sports Action 38 SteadyShot function 57 Sunset 38 Sweep Panorama 39
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Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic
Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Additional information on this product and
answers to frequently asked questions can be
found at our Customer Support Website.
A-mount
Instruction Manual
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Preparing the camera
Shooting and viewing
images
Shooting images to suit your
subject
Using the shooting
functions
Using the playback
functions
Functions list
Viewing images on a
computer
Others
Index