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    4-287-953-13(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual 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 Index SLT-A65/SLT-A65V
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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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    instructions. Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble Pack and lens This device complies SONY Model No.: SLT-A65V Responsible Party: Sony
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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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    product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. This symbol on recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require
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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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    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 29 Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment 29 Holding the
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    Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) 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
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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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    Instruction Manual (This 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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    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
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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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    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. Identifying parts Preparing the
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    -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 index I Zoom lock switch • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM/DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM are designed for Sony Amount cameras
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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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    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 completed Charging time About 175 minutes • When charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). • The CHARGE
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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
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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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    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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    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. 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 3 images, shot by shot, each
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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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    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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    , the faster the shutter speed. (Multi Frame Noise Reduct./ISO AUTO to 16000) Selects the method for measuring brightness. (Multi segment/Center weighted/Spot) Adjusts the intensity of flash output. (+2.0EV to -2.0EV) Adjusts the color tone of images. (Auto WB/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent
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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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    of the viewfinder. (Auto/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 "BRAVIA" Sync. (On/Off
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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 2 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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    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. • When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the
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    disk icon. 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 Converter" images recorded with this camera. • To rate the images on a scale of five. • To set color labels. 68
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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/ 70
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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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    To create a DVD with standard image quality (STD) 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 (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 only) SteadyShot error Overheating warning (10) Database file full/ Database file error View Mode (60) 100-0003 DPOF
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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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    in detail, is included on the 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-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Click [Handbook]. 3 Click [Install]. 4 Start "α Handbook" from
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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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    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 charged for an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out. - Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). - [Quality]
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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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    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) Still images: AUTO, ISO at ISO 100) Approx. 3 seconds Covering 18 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates) ±2.0 EV (1/3 EV step) 84
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    The maximum number of continuous shots In Continuous Advance Priority AE mode Fine: 17 images/Standard: 18 images/RAW & JPEG: 11 images/RAW: 13 images In Continuous shooting Fine: 18 images/Standard: 18 images/RAW & JPEG: 11 images/RAW: 13 images [Image zooming playback] Scaling range Image size
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    ) 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 (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Playback of images
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    Model name) Equivalent 35mmformat focal length* (mm) Lens groups-elements Angle of view* Minimum focus** (m (feet)) DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL1855) 27-82.5 7-8 76°-29° 0.25 (0.82) DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) 82.5-300 9-13 29°-8° 0.95 (3.2) DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL18135) 27-202.5 11
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    32-45 55 71.5×85 (2 7/8 × 3 3/8) 305 (10 3/4) DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL18135) 0.25 f/22-36 62 76×86 (3 × 3 1/2) 398 (14) * 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
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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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    A AEL button 52 AF area 54 AF Illuminator 57 Aperture Priority 36 Area Setting 28 Aspect Ratio 56 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 Mode 62 Continuous Advance Priority AE ..... 40 Continuous
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    L Landscape 38 Language 62 LCD Brightness 61 LCD monitor 73 Lens 24 M Macro 38 Manual Exposure 37 Memory card 21 Menu 56 Metering Mode 54 Movie Audio Recording 57 Movie File Format 57 N Night Portrait 38 Night Scene 38 Number
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    Index 93
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  • Sony SLT-A65VM | Instruction Manual - Page 95
  • Sony SLT-A65VM | Instruction Manual - Page 96
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SLT-A65/SLT-A65V
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
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
Index