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    Lens Digital Camera α Handbook A-mount 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 Advanced operations Index SLT-A65/SLT-A65V ©2011 Sony
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    same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied. Notes on using your camera 10 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items lens 25 Turning the camera on and setting the clock 28 Before shooting 30 Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment 30 Holding the camera
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    Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) button 55 The functions selected with the MENU button 57 Using the guide function of the camera 64 In-Camera Guide 64 Shooting Tip 64 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 66 Using the software 68 Selecting the method for
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    the subject through the lens without effects displayed 83 List of icons for viewfinder mode 84 Shooting a clear image without camera shake 86 Camera shake warning indicator 86 111 AF area 112 Object Tracking 112 Manual focus 114 Peaking 115 Focus Magnifier 115 Detecting faces 117
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    Playback Face Detection 117 Face Registration 118 Smile Shutter 119 Adjusting the brightness of the image 121 AE Lock 121 Metering Mode 122 Flash Comp 122 Flash control 123 The flash 124 Wireless flash 124 The AF illuminator 125 Setting ISO 127 Multi frame noise reduction 127
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    (SLT-A65V only 154 GPS Assist Data 155 GPS Auto Time Cor 155 Setting the aspect ratio and image quality 157 Aspect Ratio 157 Quality 157 Setting the other functions of the camera 159 Long Exposure NR 159 High ISO NR 159 Color Space 160 Release w/o Lens 160 Grid Line 161 Auto Review 161
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    182 Date Imprint 182 Cleaning Cleaning the camera and a lens 183 Cleaning the image sensor 184 Trouble shooting/Others Troubleshooting 187 Warning messages 196 Precautions 198 To use your camera abroad - Power sources 201 AVCHD format 202 GPS (SLT-A65V only 203 3D-shootings 205 Memory card
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    Battery pack/Battery charger 208 The License 210 Index 211 8
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    Basic operations The contents of the "Basic operations" section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied. This section provides the basic information on operating the camera. To more effectively take advantage of the camera, see "Advanced operations" (page 79). 9
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    as needed. Also, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera. A child's vision is always vulnerable ( data to other medium. Notes on the LCD monitor, electronic viewfinder, lens, and image sensor • The LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder are
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    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 where you use it
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    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 SLT-A65M/ A65VM DT18-135mm Notes on shooting with the viewfinder This camera is equipped with an XGA Organic Electro-Luminescence viewfinder
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    This manual) • Instruction Manual (1) SLT-A65K/A65VK • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A65Y/A65VY • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) • DT55-200mm zoom lens (1)/ Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1) SLT-A65M/A65VM • DT18-135mm
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    button (97) I Mount J Built-in flash* (42, 124) K Microphone** (107) L Mode dial (37) 14 M (Flash pop-up) button (42, 124) N Mounting index (25) O Lens release button (26) P Focus mode switch (108, 114) * Do not directly touch these parts. ** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so
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    DISP (Display) (81, 144)/WB (White balance) (134)/ (Drive) (46, 139)/ (Picture Effect) (131) I Control button (Enter)/AF button (112)/Object Tracking button (112) J (In-Camera Guide) button (64) For viewing: (Delete) button (35) K (Playback) button (34) * Do not directly touch this part. 15
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    Top side Identifying parts A Auto-lock Accessory shoe (124) B MENU button (57) C MOVIE button (33, 103) D FINDER/LCD button (164) E (Exposure) button (44) F ISO button (127) G Image sensor position mark (110) H For shooting: (Smart teleconverter) button (138)/ Focus Magnifier button (115) For
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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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    (22) L Battery cover (22) 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. Identifying parts 18
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    the camera Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A65K/A65VK/ A65Y/A65VY) DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A65Y/A65VY) DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A65M/A65VM) Identifying parts E Lens contacts F Focusing mode switch G Mounting index H Lens hood
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    Charging the battery pack When using 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
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    Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack 2 Connect the battery charger For the U.S.A and Canada to the wall outlet (wall Plug socket). Light on: Charging Light off: Charge
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    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 memory card cover, open
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    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 battery pack. Lock lever To remove the memory
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    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 Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo (Mark2) Memory Stick
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    E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera. • When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided, attach the lens onto the tripod using the tripod socket provided to help balance the weight of the lens. • When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens
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    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 recommended that you use a lens hood to reduce flare and ensure
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    Preparing the camera Attaching a lens • When 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
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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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    the control button. To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. To set up the date/time again When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears automatically. The next time, set up the date and time from the menu. MENU
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    . In LCD monitor mode In viewfinder mode In viewfinder mode (vertical position) Point 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
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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 (page 109). Shooting still images 6 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot. Focus indicator 32
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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 107). • 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. 34
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    Shooting and viewing images 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
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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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    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. (Movie) (33, 103) Allows you to shoot movies with the exposure adjusted manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). (Program Auto) (94
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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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    modes Sweep Panorama/ 3D Sweep Panorama 1 Set the mode dial to Panorama). (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 adjust the focus. (3D Sweep 4 Press the shutter button fully down
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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. 41
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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). Using the shooting functions 43
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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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    Using the shooting functions Adjusting the brightness of the image Note • This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, or Scene Selection. 45
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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.) (140) You can shoot 3 images, each with different degrees of exposure. (Single Bracket) (140) You can shoot 3 images, shot by
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    Switching the recording information display (DISP) Each time you press DISP on the control button, the recording information display changes as follows. You can select the available displays in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor separately. Graphic Display Display All Info. No Disp. Info.
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    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 prints up to A3+ size For prints up
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    [3D Pan.: Image Size] 16:9 Standard Wide 1920 × 1080 4912 × 1080 7152 × 1080 Setting image size Using the shooting functions 49
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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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    Using the playback functions 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
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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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    : Display (47, 81, 144), White Balance (134), Drive mode (46, 139), Picture Effect (131), and Autofocus (108). Plays back images. Displays a shooting tip or In-Camera Guide./Deletes images. Switches the autofocus and manual focus. Checks blurring of the background. Functions list 53
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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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    the shutter speed. (Multi Frame Noise Reduct./ISO AUTO to 16000) Metering Mode (122) Selects the method for measuring brightness. (Multi segment/Center weighted/Spot) Flash Comp. (122) Adjusts the intensity of flash output. (+2.0EV to -2.0EV) White Balance (134) Adjusts the color tone of images
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    /Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black & White) Picture Effect (131) 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) 56
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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) 58
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    functions selected with the MENU button Release w/o Lens (160) Sets whether shutter can open when lens is not attached. (Enable/Disable) Auto /Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/Off) Auto Review (161) Displays the captured image after shooting. Sets auto review. (10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off) DISP Button
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    be used for the operating preview button. (Shot. Result Preview/Aperture Preview) Focus Hold Button Sets the function of the focus hold button of the lens. (Focus Hold/D.O.F.Preview) Smart Telecon. Button (115, 138) Selects the operation method for the (Smart Telecon./Focus Magnifier) button
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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 Sets how to play back an image recorded in portrait. (Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate) Memory Card Tool menu Format (166) File Number (166) Formats
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    of the viewfinder. (163) (Auto/Manual) GPS Settings (154) Sets the GPS functions. (SLT-A65V only) Power Save (164) Sets the interval after which power save mode engages. (30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec) HDMI Resolution (152) Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI TV
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    an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. Version (174) Language Mode Dial Guide Demo Mode Initialize (170) 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 2 t [Shooting Tip List]t Select the desired shooting tip • You can access a tip from the [Table of contents]. 65 Functions list
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    CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • "Image Data Converter" • "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) If 768 dots or more * 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is required to use the function
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    2 or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, 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 that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) allows advanced transfer
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    ]. Make sure that both "Image Data Converter" and "PMB" are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen (page 175). • When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer
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    . 4 Double-click the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the copy-to folder. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Using "Image Data Converter" With "Image Data RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera. • To rate the images on a scale of five. • To set color labels.
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    With "PMB" 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 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
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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/ 71 Viewing images on a computer
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    create a disc from AVCHD View movies that have been recorded with this camera. Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. Select the method Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Disc type Ordinary DVD
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    image quality (STD) Viewing images on a computer Notes • For details on how to create a disc, refer to 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
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    Others List of icons on the screen Graphic Display (LCD monitor) A Display Indication Exposure mode (37) P A S M Display All Info. (LCD monitor) Scene Recognition icons (38, 88) Memory card (22, 206)/ Upload (168) For playback (Basic information display) 100 24M 12M 6.0M 20M 10M 5.1M
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    battery (23) Flash charge in progress (42) Setting Effect OFF (83) No audio recording of movies (107) SteadyShot/Camera shake warning (86) GPS triangulating status (154) (SLT-A65V only) SteadyShot error (195) Overheating warning (11) Database file full (197)/ Database file error (197) View Mode
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    Display Indication Flash mode (42, 124)/ Red-eye reduction (58) Focus mode (111) AF area (112) Object tracking (112) Face Detection (117) Smile Shutter (119) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator (119) Display List of icons on the screen Indication Picture Effect (131) E Display Indication
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    ) (119) (31, 88) - (31, 88) - (38, 88) - (39, 89) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (40, 91) - - - - (40, 91) - - - - (41, 93) (94) - - - - (95) (97) (99) - (33, 103) * - * When [Manual Exposure] is selected, this function is not available. Others 77
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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 (31, 88) (31,
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    Preparation (Advanced operations) Preparation Advanced operations This section provides further information on the camera. 79
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    attaching the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, remove the eyecup. Carefully slide the eyecup off by pushing • When the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) is attached to the camera, setting [Eye-Start AF] to [Off] is recommended because the eyepiece sensors located above the
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    Preparation (Advanced operations) The screen displayed for shooting mode Selecting the screen mode You can select the desired screen mode. When you switch the screen by pressing DISP on the control button (page 47), only selected screens are displayed. You can set the available screens to be
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    Histogram The screen displayed for shooting mode The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture. The exposure compensation will change the histogram accordingly. Both ends of the histogram show a highkey or low-key
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    too far forward or backward. • A tilt of ±1° may be indicated even if the camera is almost level. Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed You can monitor the subject through the lens without effects, such as the exposure compensation, white balance, Creative Style, Picture
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    The screen displayed for shooting mode List of icons for viewfinder mode When [For viewfinder] in [DISP Button(Monitor)] is activated, you can set the status of the LCD monitor to one suitable for used with the viewfinder, by pressing DISP on the control button. See pages in parentheses for details
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    of movies (107) SteadyShot/Camera shake warning (86) GPS triangulating status (154) (SLT-A65V only) The screen displayed for Detection (117) Metering mode (122) Smile Shutter (119) Exposure compensation (44)/Metered Manual (100) Flash compensation (122) EV scale (44, 100, 141) C Display
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    image. To reduce camera shake follow the instructions below. Camera shake warning indicator Due to potential camera shake, the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes. In this case, use a tripod or the flash. (Camera shake warning) indicator Note • The (Camera shake warning) indicator is
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    following cases, we recommend that you mount the camera on a tripod. • Shooting without a flash under dark conditions. • Shooting with slow shutter speeds, which are typically used in night-time shooting. • Shooting a close subject, such as in macro shooting. • Shooting with a telescopic lens. Note
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    the mode dial to , and shoot images (page 31). • Select when shooting in a location where the use of a flash is restricted. Note • Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function, many features will be unavailable, such as exposure compensation, ISO setting. If you want to adjust various
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    if it is standing still. The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. • Press and hold the shutter button halfway down until the right moment. Shoots close subjects such as flowers, foods. • You can shoot a closer subject using a macro lens (sold separately). • Set the
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    of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise. • Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held - Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls • In the case of [Hand-held Twilight], block noise may occur when using a light source
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    lock angle and shoot again. • [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting: - Moving subjects. - Subjects too close to the camera. - Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy beach, or lawn. - Subjects with constant
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    • In Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama, it is recommended that you use a wide-angle lens. • When you use a lens that has a long focal length, pan or tilt the camera more slowly than when you use a wide-angle lens. • Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can lock the
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    pan or tilt direction You can set the direction in which to pan or tilt the camera. MENU button t 1 t [Panorama: Direction] or [3D Pan.: Direction] t to be adjusted during shooting. The ISO sensitivity can be adjusted. • In manual focus mode or when the autofocus mode is set to [Single-shot AF],
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    shoot the subject. Program Shift You can temporarily change the shutter speed and aperture value combination with the correct exposure determined by the camera maintained. Rotate the control dial to select your desired combination while the focus is achieved. The exposure mode indication changes to
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    Aperture Priority Selecting the shooting mode This mode is suitable for z Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur everything in front of and beyond the subject. Opening the aperture narrows the range that is in focus. (Depth of field becomes shallower.) z Shooting the depth of the scenery.
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    camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected aperture value, the shutter speed flashes. In such cases, To blur the background more, use a telephoto lens or a lens that is equipped with a smaller aperture value (bright lens). • You can check the approximate blurring of
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    Selecting the shooting mode To check blurring of the background (Preview button) The LCD monitor and the viewfinder shows an image captured with the widest aperture. The change in aperture affects the sharpness of the subject image, creating a discrepancy between the sharpness of the image before
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    the selected shutter speed, the aperture value flashes. In such cases, adjust the shutter speed again. Shutter speed Aperture (F-number) shooting an indoor sport, select a higher ISO sensitivity. Notes • The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in Shutter Priority mode. • The
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    , if you close the aperture (a larger F-number) by making the shutter speed slower, the light of the flash will not reach distant subjects. Manual Exposure This mode is suitable for z Shooting with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. 1 Set the mode dial
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    using the index on the exposure compensation indicator. Selecting the shooting mode In viewfinder mode Standard value Notes • The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode. • When the mode dial is set to M, the ISO setting [AUTO] is set to [100]. In M mode
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    shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open. Shooting techniques • Use a tripod. • Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks, etc. When the infinity position of the lens is not known, first adjust the focus on fireworks that is set off in the same general area
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    set to [BULB], the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds. • It is recommended that you start BULB shooting after the temperature of the camera drops to prevent the quality of the image from deteriorating. 102
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    Balance - Creative Style - Exposure compensation - AF area - Metering Mode - Face Detection - Object Tracking - D-Range optimizer - Lens Comp.: Shading - Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. - Lens Comp.: Distortion - Picture Effect • ISO, exposure compensation, Object Tracking, or AF area can be adjusted during
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    . If you continue to shoot, the camera is turned off automatically. • Since the shutter speed and aperture are automatically adjusted, the shutter speed will be higher and the movement of the subject may not be smooth under bright conditions. Selecting manual focus and adjusting the shutter speed or
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    Auto) Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (94) (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). The other settings can be adjusted manually, and your setting values can be saved. (Aperture Priority) (95) Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value
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    Movie recording setup MP4 Records mp4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for WEB uploads, e-mail attachments, etc. • Movies are recorded in MPEG-4 format at about 30 frames/ second, utilizing the progressive scanning system, AAC audio, and the mp4 format. • You cannot create a disc from
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    Recording When you record movies, the operating noise of the camera or lens may be recorded. You can record movies without audio. MENU button t 1 t Off] When the focus mode is set to manual focus, you can disable recording of the operating noise of the lens for the autofocus (page 114). To reduce
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    method for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is different. The type of lens The switch to be used The lens is Lens (Always set equipped with a the focus mode focus mode switch switch on the camera to AF.) The lens is not Camera equipped with a focus mode switch To switch to
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    . Adjusting the focus AF area Focus indicator Note • While the camera is focusing automatically, do not touch the rotating focusing ring. Shooting hard to focus on the following subjects. In such cases, use the focus lock shooting feature (page 110) or manual focus (page 114). • A subject that is
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    the focus Note • If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera. Focus-lock 1 Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down
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    the shutter button halfway down, if the subject is motionless, the focus is locked and if the subject is in motion, the camera continues to focus. (Continuous AF) The camera continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. • The audio signals will not sound when the
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    AF area) t Select the desired setting (Wide) (Zone) (Spot) (Local) The camera determines which of the 15 AF areas is used in focusing. Choose the zone for from among left, right, or center zone with the control button. The camera determines which of the AF areas in the selected zone is used in
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    Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama, Continuous Advance Priority AE or [Handheld Twilight] in Scene Selection, or smart teleconverter is used, the manual focus function is selected. • The camera stops tracking a subject when the subject moves off of the screen. When the subject to be tracked is a face If
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    in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. 1 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF. 2 When the lens is not equipped with the focus mode switch, set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF. 3 Rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus. Focusing ring Notes • When
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    manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. MENU button t 2 t [Peaking Level] t Select the desired setting Notes • Since the camera , shooting situation, or on the lens used. • The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the camera is connected using an HDMI cable.
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    scaling changes as follows: Full display t Approx. ×5.9 t Approx. ×11.7 4 Confirm and adjust the focus. • Rotate the focusing ring to adjust the focus in manual focus mode. • If you press the AF button, the enlarged portion returns to the center. • The Focus Magnifier function is canceled if you
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    , the AF Face Detection frames (gray) Face Detection frames (white) area that is used for focusing turns green. • When the camera detects multiple faces, the camera automatically selects a priority face and the single Face Detection frame turns white. A magenta frame appears on a face that is
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    . Faces)] even if it has been set to [Off]. Face Registration The camera detects faces for which information has been registered in advance. 1 MENU button t 4 t [Face Registration] t [New Registration] 2 Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button. 3 Select
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    detects a smile and the focus is confirmed. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically. • When the camera detects the target faces, orange Face Detection frames appear around the faces. The Face Detection frames turn green when these subjects
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    you press the shutter button while the Smile Shutter function is activated, the camera shoots the image, and then returns to Smile Shutter. Notes • The AE, Movie, or [Hand-held Twilight] in Scene Selection, or the manual focus is selected. • The drive mode is automatically set to [Single Shooting
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    the exposure before shooting. To reduce the brightness of the subject, point the camera forwards a spot that is brighter than the subject and use the light exposure of the entire image. To make the subject brighter, point the camera forwards a spot that is darker than the subject and use the light
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    mode measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen. (Center weighted) While emphasizing the central area of the screen, this mode measures the average brightness of the entire screen. (Spot) This mode measures
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    mode. • Select [Pre-flash TTL] in the following cases, as the camera cannot perform flash compensations with ADI flash. - A wide lens that is provided with a distance encoder. To determine if the lens is equipped with a distance encoder, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the lens.
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    and shoot images (page 42). Shooting techniques • The lens hood may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the flash. • When using the flash For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the flash. Notes • Do not hold the camera by grabbing the flash emitter.
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    instructions of the flash. 1 Attach the wireless flash to the Auto-lock Accessory shoe and turn both the camera and the flash on. 2 Fn button t (Flash Mode) t (Wireless) 3 Remove the wireless flash from the Auto-lock Accessory shoe and pop up the built-in flash. • If you perform a test
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    The flash MENU button t 2 t [AF Illuminator] t Select the desired setting • AF illuminator does not operate when [Autofocus Mode] is set to (Continuous AF) or the subject is moving in (Automatic AF). (The or indicator lights.) • The AF illuminator may not operate with focal lengths of 300 mm or
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    M with the [AUTO] setting, it is switched to [100]. Set the ISO according to your shooting conditions. Multi frame noise reduction The camera automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines the images, reduces the noise, and records 1 image. In multi frame noise reduction, you can select
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    t Select the desired setting (Off) Does not use the DRO/Auto HDR functions. (D-Range Opt.) By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation. (Auto HDR
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    Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range) • When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. Auto HDR 1 Fn button t (DRO/Auto HDR) t (Auto HDR) 2 Select an
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    brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range) • When the contrast of the scene is low or when camera shake or subject blur is occurred, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera has detected a problem, is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as
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    Color) (High Contrast Mono.) (Soft Focus) (HDR Painting) (Rich-tone Mono.) Does not use the Picture Effect function. Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. You can set the color tone with b/B. Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Creates a high
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    can select the area to be in focus with b/B. The focus on other areas is greatly reduced. Notes • When Smart Teleconverter is used, the [Toy Camera] and [Miniature] effects are not available. • When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or
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    Setting the image processing (Vivid) The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. (Portrait) For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited to shooting portraits. (
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    light source available is a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp, the camera will not be able to acquire the accurate white balance because of the characteristics of the light source. Use the flash in such cases. WB on the control button t Select the desired setting • When you
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    balance) AWB (Auto WB) (Daylight) (Shade) (Cloudy) (Incandescent) (Fluor.: Warm White) (Fluor.: Cool White) (Fluor.: Day White) (Fluor.: Daylight) (Flash) The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color tones. If you select an option to suit a specific light source, the color
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    preference with v/V/b/B. Note • Since color meters are designed for film cameras, the values differ under fluorescent/ sodium lamp/mercury lamps. We recommend that you use the custom white balance or perform a test shooting. Custom white balance In a scene where the ambient light
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    Shooting (Advanced operations) Adjusting the color tones (White balance) 2 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center, and then press the shutter button down. The shutter clicks and
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    Zooming in in one step You can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter (Digital zoom) and record the image. Press the button. • Each time you press the button, the zoom scaling changes as follows: Approx. ×1.4 t Approx. ×2 t Off button The image size is automatically set
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    operations) Note • When the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in Scene Selection, you cannot shoot single shot. Cont. Shooting The camera records the images continuously. 1 on the control button t (Cont. Shooting) t Select the desired speed 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject
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    -timer 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. 1 on the control button t (Self-timer) t Select the desired setting • The number after is the number of seconds that is currently selected
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    Shooting (Advanced operations) 1 on the control button t (Bracket: Cont.) or (Single Bracket) t Select the desired bracket step Selecting the drive mode 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The base exposure is set at the first shot in the bracket. • Press and hold the shutter button
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    the SHUTTER and 2SEC (the shutter is released after 2 seconds) buttons on the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately). Also, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander. 142
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    1 on the control button t (Remote Cdr.) Selecting the drive mode 2 Focus on the subject, point the transmitter of the Wireless Remote Commander to the remote sensor, and shoot the image. Note • The RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) cannot be used for movie recording.
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    Playback (Advanced operations) Playback The screen displayed for playback mode Switching the screen during playback Each time you press DISP on the control button, the screen changes as follows. With recording data Histogram Without recording data List of icons on the histogram display A
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    Display B Indication Remaining battery warning (23) Remaining battery (23) Database file full (197)/ Database file error (197) Overheating warning (11) Display Indication Histogram* (82) Exposure mode (37) P A S M The screen displayed for playback mode Display 2011-1-1 10:37AM 3/7 Indication
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    Using the playback functions Rotating an image 1 Display the image you want to rotate, then press the button. button 2 Press the center of the control button. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. When you want to do another rotation, repeat step 2. • Once you rotate the image, the image is
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    Show] t [Repeat] t [On] To play back 3D-images If you connect the camera to a 3D-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back . For details on 3D-shooting, see page 205. Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. MENU button t 1 t [Slide Show] t [Image
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    Using the playback functions Scrolling panoramic images Select a panoramic image, then press the center of the control button. • Pressing it again pauses the playback. You can scroll a panoramic image by pressing v/V/b/B during pause. Note • Scrolling playback is not available for images that were
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    the image you want to protect with b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button. A mark is put in the check box. • To cancel a selection, press the center again. 3 To protect other images, repeat step 2. • You can select all the images in the folder by selecting the
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    .] 2 Select the images you want to delete with the control button, then press the center of the control button. A mark is put in the check box. • To cancel a selection, press the center again. Total number 3 To delete other images, repeat step 2. • You can select all the images in the folder by
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    Playback (Advanced operations) Deleting images (Delete) Deleting all the images or movies in the same view mode You can delete all still images or movies by the same view mode currently displayed. 1 MENU button t 1 t [Delete] t [All in Folder] or [All AVCHD view files] 2 Select [Delete] with v on
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    on the camera. This may cause a malfunction. On "PhotoTV HD" This camera is compatible with the "PhotoTV HD" standard. By connecting Sony's PhotoTV operating instructions supplied with the TV. MENU button t 1 t [3D Viewing] Using "BRAVIA" Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports "BRAVIA
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    to a TV using an HDMI cable. • Only TVs that support "BRAVIA" Sync can provide these operations. The SYNC Menu operations differ depending on the TV connected. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. • If the camera performs unnecessary operations in response to the TV
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    the camera GPS setting (SLT-A65V only) If the camera has acquired information is recordable. There is a problem with the GPS feature. Turn the camera off and on. To receive a off and landing of an airplane, turn off the camera, as you will be instructed to do by the on-board announcement. • Use
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    SLT-A65V only) Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) GPS Assist Data The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened by taking in GPS assist data. If the camera The assist data service may be closed for various reasons. To computer Start up [GPS Support Tool] from (PMB Launcher
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    • There may be discrepancies of a few seconds. • Depending on the area, it may not function correctly. GPS setting (SLT-A65V only) 156
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    Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) Setting the aspect ratio and image quality Aspect Ratio MENU button t ratio 1 t [Aspect Ratio] t Select the desired 3:2 A normal ratio. 16:9 An HDTV ratio.
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    . About RAW images You need the "Image Data Converter" software included on the CD-ROM (supplied) in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera. With this software, a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format, such as JPEG or TIFF, and its white balance, color saturation
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    is set to AUTO, AUTO+ or Scene Selection, you cannot turn off noise reduction. High ISO NR The camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. A message may be indicated during the processing and you cannot record images during this processing. Normally
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    the camera on an astronomical telescope, etc. MENU button t 1 t [Release w/o Lens] t [Enable] 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
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    of the camera Grid Line The grid line is an auxiliary line for shooting composition. You can set the grid line to on/off or select the type of grid line. The available range of movie recording is also displayed. MENU button t 2 t [Grid Line] t Select the desired setting Auto Review You can
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    Setting the other functions of the camera To assign another function to the AEL button You can assign one of the following functions to the AEL button in addition to the AEL
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    camera Notes • When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large diameter lens attached, the ghosting of a blurred area may occur, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. In such cases 15). You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor manually. MENU button t 1 t [LCD Brightness] t Select
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    power save mode when the camera is connected to a TV or the drive mode is set to [Remote Cdr.]. FINDER/LCD Setting You can disable the automatic switching of the LCD monitor and the viewfinder and enable only the FINDER/LCD button to switch them. MENU button t 1 t [FINDER/LCD Setting] t [Manual] 164
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    distortion (only for automatic compensation compliant lenses). For further information on automatic compensation compliant lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading Compensates for the shaded
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    does not reset numbers and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches "9999." The camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns numbers to files from "0001." When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned. - When
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    are created at the same time. MENU button t 1 t [New Folder] Notes • When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into the camera and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. • Up to 4 000 images can be stored in a folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded
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    memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file. MENU button t 1 t [Recover Image DB] t [ the wireless LAN access point and forwarding destination. For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Eye-Fi card. • Eye-Fi cards are sold in the
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    instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card. • If you upload an image that was recorded with [GPS On/Off] set to [On], the location information of the image may be made available to a third party. To prevent this, set [GPS On/Off] to [Off] (page 154) (SLT-A65V only). • This product does not support
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    Resetting to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera. MENU button t 3 t [Initialize] t Select the desired setting t [OK] The items to be reset are as follows. Shooting functions (Reset Default/Rec mode reset) Items Exposure
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    Resetting to the default Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) Items Quality (157) Panorama: Size (48) Setting (164) Red Eye Reduction (58) Release w/o Lens (160) Auto+ Cont. Shooting (88) Auto+ Image Extract. (88) Grid Line (161) Auto Review (161) DISP Button(Monitor) (81) DISP Button(Finder
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    . of AEL button (161) ISO Button (162) Preview Button (162) Focus Hold Button (60) Smart Telecon. Button (115, 138) Lens Comp.: Shading (165) Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. (165) Lens Comp.: Distortion (165) Front Curtain Shutter (162) Reset to Off White Setting Effect ON AEL hold ISO Shot. Result Preview
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    - GPS On/Off (154) (SLT- Off A65V only) GPS Settings - GPS Auto Time Cor. - (155) (SLT-A65V only) Power Save (164) 1 Min HDMI Resolution (152) Auto CTRL FOR HDMI (152) On Upload Settings (168) On USB Connection (175) Auto Audio signals (63) On Mode Dial Guide (63) On Demo Mode (63
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    Confirming the version of the camera Displays the version of your camera. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. MENU button t 3 t [Version] Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery
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    are connected in MTP, and its unique functions are 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. Establishes a Mass Storage connection between the
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    to your computer. • When a USB connection is established for the first time, your computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera. Wait for a while. 1 To a USB terminal of the computer USB cable (supplied) 2 To the USB terminal Importing images to the computer (Windows) "PMB" allows
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    the movies with GPS location information to a computer (SLT-A65V only). • When the camera is connected to the computer, if you operate AVCHD Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. Importing images to the computer (Macintosh) 1 Connect the camera
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    connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing the memory card. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the tasktray. Windows Vista Windows XP Disconnect icon 2 Click (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop]. 3 Confirm
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    Computer (Advanced operations) Creating a movie disc You can create a disc from AVCHD View movies recorded on the camera. • Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [
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    disc with AVCHD View movies previously imported to a computer. Your computer must support the creation of Bluray discs. BD-R (non-rewritable) and BD-RE screen of "PMB," and install this plug-in according to the on-screen instructions. Connect your computer to the Internet when you install [BD Add-on
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    Creating a movie disc Discs you can use with "PMB" You can use 12 cm discs of following type with "PMB." For Blu-ray disc, see page 180. Disc type Features DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable • Always maintain your PlayStation®3 to use the latest version of the
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    Print (Advanced operations) Print Specifying DPOF Using the camera, you can specify the still images before you print images at a shop or with your printer. Follow the procedure below. DPOF specifications are left with
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    - Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Cleaning the lens • Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. • When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust using a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to
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    should be completed quickly. • Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body. Cleaning the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera 1 Confirm that the battery is fully charged (page 23). 2 Press the MENU button, then select 2 with
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    the steps below. 1 Perform the cleaning operation described in steps 1 to 4 of "Cleaning the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera." 2 Detach the lens (page 26). 3 Push the V mark on the mirror lock lever with a finger to lift up the mirror. • Be careful not to touch the
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    turn the camera off. • Confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens. Notes • After the cleaning is finished, confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens. Otherwise, the lens may be scratched or this may be the cause of additional trouble. Also, if
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    (Advanced operations) Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) Trouble shooting/Others Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 187 to 195. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 1 Check
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    Troubleshooting operate the camera, camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 164). The image is not clear in the viewfinder. • Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter-adjustment dial (page 30). No images in the viewfinder. • [FINDER/LCD Setting] is set to [Manual
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    not attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page 25). • When the camera is attached to another device, such as an astronomical telescope, set [Release w/o Lens] to [Enable] (page 160). • The subject may require special focusing (page 109). Use the focus-lock or manual focus function (pages 110
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    Troubleshooting dark, it is beyond the available range of the camera. Adjust the setting again. The image is whitish light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. Attach a lens hood. The corners of the picture are too dark of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 191
    Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) Troubleshooting The eyes of the subject come out red. viewfinder. • The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera. Viewing images Your camera cannot play back images. • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer (
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 192
    Troubleshooting GPS (SLT-A65V only) The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. • Set [GPS On/Off] to [On] (page 154). • Your camera may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. • To triangulate the location information correctly, bring your camera to an open
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 193
    operations) Troubleshooting • When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack (page 20), or use the AC Adaptor (sold separately). • Use the USB cable (supplied) (page 175). • Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. • Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 194
    Troubleshooting Printing Cannot print images. • RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images can be printed with the date if you ask them to do so. Others The lens gets fogged. • Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about 1 hour before using it (page 198). 194
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 195
    Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) Troubleshooting The message "Set Area/Date/Time." appears when you turn on the camera. • The camera has on the camera again. If the camera does not work after doing these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. is
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 196
    may not be able to be displayed. Check the lens attachment. If the lens is not supported, you can permit use of the lens in the custom menu. • The lens is not attached properly, or the lens is not attached. • When attaching the camera to an astronomical telescope or something similar, set [Release
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 197
    authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? • You cannot record or play back AVCHD View movies because the Image Database File is damaged. Follow the on-screen instructions to recover data. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. • Images recorded with other cameras may
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 198
    let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. • Humid places These may mold on a lens. On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap or body cap when not using the camera. When attaching the body cap, remove
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 199
    Sony service facility. Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (sold separately), and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. On using the lenses
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 200
    If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 198). • Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record or to become burned. • Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. A memory card, etc., may be
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 201
    may cause a malfunction. On TV color systems When you view images on a TV screen, the camera and TV must use the same TV color system. NTSC system (1080 60i) Bahama Islands, Bolivia , France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. 201 Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 202
    264 format enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, hard disk drive, , memory card, etc. Recording and playback on your camera Based on the AVCHD format, your camera records with the high definition image quality (HD) mentioned
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 203
    GPS (SLT-A65V only) This system allows you to pinpoint your camera receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. The triangulating error allowed by the GPS satellites is about 30 m (98 feet). Depending on the environment of the location, the triangulating error can be greater. In this case
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 204
    airplane, turn off the camera, as you will be instructed to do by the onboard announcement. On the other restriction Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation. On the geographic coordinate system The "WGS-84" geographic coordinate system is used. 204 GPS (SLT-A65V only)
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 205
    page 40. Note on playback of 3Dimages When you play back 3D-images on the LCD monitor of the camera or on a non-3D-compatible TV, the images are played back without the 3D effect. Notes on 3D used for viewing 3D-images, see pages 147 and 152. 205 Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 206
    a computer. • When you carry or store the memory card, put it in the case supplied with it. • Do not expose the memory card to water. • Do not a computer are not guaranteed to operate with this camera. Be sure to format the memory cards using the camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 207
    Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media*1*2*3 "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media*1*2 Available with your camera "Memory Stick Duo" media Unavailable with your camera "Memory Stick" media and "Memory Stick PRO" media Unavailable with your camera camera. *2 Supports
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 208
    the battery pack. • Do not charge any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera. Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 209
    Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations) frequently, use continuous shooting often, turn the camera on and off frequently, or set the LCD monitor brighter. Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 210
    Public License (hereinafter referred to as "LGPL") are included in the camera. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 211
    95 Area Setting 29 Aspect ratio 157 Audio signals 63 Auto HDR 129 Auto review 161 AUTO 38, 88 Auto+ Cont. Shooting 88 Auto+ Image Extract 88 208 Bracket 140 "BRAVIA" Sync 152 BULB shooting 100 C Center weighted 122 Charging battery pack 20 Cleaning mode 184 Color filter 136 Color
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 212
    51 Image quality 157 Image size 48 ISO sensitivity 127 J JPEG 157 L Landscape 39, 89 Language 63 LCD brightness 163 LCD monitor 74, 84, 144 Lens 25 Lens Comp.: Chromatic Aberration 165
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 213
    165 Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading 165 Live View Display 83 Long exp.NR 159 M Macro 39, 89 Manual Exposure 99 Manual focus 114 , 103 Recover Image DB 168 Red Eye Reduction 58 Reducing camera shake 86 Release w/o Lens 160 Remote Commander .......... 17, 142 Reset 170 Rotate 146
  • Sony SLT-A65VL | α Handbook - Page 214
    Sharpness 132 Shooting 31 Shooting Tip 64 Shoulder strap 17 Shutter Priority 97 Shutter speed 97 Single Bracket 140 Single-shot AF 111 Slide show 147 Slow sync 42, 124 Smart teleconverter 138 Smile Shutter 119 Software 68 Sports Action 39, 89 Spot 122 SteadyShot function 86 Sunset
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Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
α
Handbook
A-mount
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
Advanced operations
Index