Sony DSLR A330L Instruction Manual
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questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A330/A380 Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 2
space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSLR-A330/A380 Serial No 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. If the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 3
or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery pack promptly described the instructions. Battery charger Even if undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES- you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 4
Name: SONY Model No.: DSLR-A380 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 5
0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is 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 and found - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 6
reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product . If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. 6 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 7
compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or a memory card, etc. Back up recommendation To avoid the potential risk The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 8
On the data specifications described in this Instruction Manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions, except as described in this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a fully charged battery pack. 8 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 9
Fn (Function) button ... 42 The functions selected by the MENU button 42 Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor 44 Shooting an image without camera shake 45 Correct posture 45 Using the SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a suitable - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 10
the focus method to suit the movement of the subject (Autofocus mode 79 Selecting the focus area (AF area 80 Adjusting the focus manually (Manual focus 81 Zooming in in one step 82 Using the flash 84 Performing wireless flash shooting 87 Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 11
(D-Range Optimizer 96 Selecting your desired image processing (Creative Style) 96 Changing the range of color reproduction (Color Space) settings 124 Setting the LCD monitor 126 Confirming the version of the camera 128 Resetting to the default 129 Viewing images Copying images to your - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 12
Others Specifications 150 Troubleshooting 154 Warning messages 164 Precautions 167 Index 169 12 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 13
) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NPFH50 (1) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) 13 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 14
Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 15
the lamp is turned off: Full charge completed For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and Canada Power cord (mains lead) CHARGE lamp About charging time • Time required - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 16
may be decreased. • Do not charge any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" H 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 DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 17
the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. 3 Close the battery 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 Lock lever 17 Preparing - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 18
extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight. Available battery packs Only an NP-FH50 battery pack can be used with the camera. Note that the NP-FH30 and NP-FH40 cannot be used. Effective use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 19
Preparing the camera • The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life. 19 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 20
• 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. • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. 20 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 21
. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the lens and attach the body cap to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. • When you purchase the it may appear on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 22
be used with this camera. The "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are referred to as the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and the SD memory card and SDHC memory card are referred to as the "SD memory card" in this Instruction Manual. 1 Open the memory card - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 23
Preparing the camera 4 Close the memory card cover. To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is not lit, then open the memory card cover, and - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 24
" media Unavailable with your camera * This is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera. * Supports high-speed data transfer using - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 25
for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select each item - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 26
5 Verify that [OK] is selected, then press the center of the control button. To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. To set up the date/time again MENU button t 2 t [Date/Time setup] 26 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 27
Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the , 148) • CD-ROM (page 140) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 28) on the strap. Eyepiece cover 27 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 28
Using the eyepiece cover and eyecup You can prevent light from entering through the viewfinder and affecting the exposure. When the shutter is released without the use of the viewfinder in viewfinder mode, as in shooting with the self-timer, attach the eyepiece cover. 1 Tilt the LCD monitor downward - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 29
on a memory 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. Image size: L 14M (DSLR-A380)/L 10M - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 30
DSLR-A330 (Units: Images) Size Capacity 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB Standard 320 647 1281 2575 5221 Fine 237 480 951 1910 3874 RAW & JPEG 48 98 195 392 797 RAW 60 123 245 494 1004 SD memory card DSLR-A380 (Units: Images) Size Capacity 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB Standard - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 31
of images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 32
pattern from the center to the outside. Do not spray lens cleaning solution directly onto the lens surface. • Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts, or the mirror. Since dust on the mirror or around the mirror may affect the autofocus system, blow away dust using - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 33
use of an AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) is recommended. • Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body. 1 Confirm that the battery is fully charged (page 18). 2 Press the MENU button, then select 3 with b/B on the control button. MENU button - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 34
area. • Do not touch the image sensor with the tip of the blower. Complete the cleaning quickly. • Hold the camera's face downward to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. • When cleaning the image sensor, do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount. 7 Attach - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 35
Before your operation Identifying parts and screen indicators See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Front side Before your operation A Shutter button (48) B Power switch (25) C Control dial (61, 123) D Self-timer lamp (100) E Lens contacts* F Remote sensor G Mirror* H Mount I - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 36
Rear side A Accessory shoe (87) B Viewfinder* (68) C MENU button (42) D Eyepiece sensors (68, 127) E LCD monitor (38, 44, 104, 108) F Light sensor (126) G Diopter-adjustment dial (69) H LIVE VIEW/OVF switch (68) I (Smart teleconverter) button (82) J For shooting: button (88) For viewing: - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 37
strap (27) I DC IN terminal • When connecting the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camera, turn the camera off, then plug the connector of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN terminal on the camera. J Battery cover (17) K Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 38
number of recordable images (29) White balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color 7500K temperature, Color filter) G9 (93) D-Range Optimizer (96) Creative Style (96) B Display Indication Drive mode (99) Histogram (89) Focus mode (79) P A S M AF area (80) Metering (91) Mode dial (48 - 67 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 39
Before your operation C Display z 1/125 F3.5 Indication Focus (77) Shutter speed (62) Aperture (60) EV scale (65, 102) Camera shake warning (46) SteadyShot scale (46) To switch the recording information display Each time you press DISP on the control button, the screen changes as - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 40
z: Press the center button to execute the selection. In this Instruction Manual, the process of selecting a function with the control button from an operation guide of control button functions will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. Please refer to the guide when operating the camera. The - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 41
. For example, to change , select with v/V, adjust the value to +/- with b/B, then press the center z to execute. Operation guide The operation guide list The operation guide also indicates operations other than the control button operation. The indications of icons are as follows. MENU button - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 42
91) White balance (93) AF area (80) D-RangeOptimizer (96) Creative Style (96) Viewing mode Delete (112) Image Index (106) Specify Printing ( selected by 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. - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 43
(104) Setup menu LCD brightness (126) Power Save (LV) (124) 1 Power Save (OVF) (124) CTRL FOR HDMI (116) Display Color (124) Help Guide disp. (124) USB connection (132, 147) Audio signals (124) 3 Pixel mapping (158) Cleaning mode (33) Version (128) Reset default (129) Date/Time - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 44
Shooting images Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor to meet various shooting situations. You can shoot from various shooting positions. Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle. Low position High position 44 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 45
shake, follow the instructions below. Correct posture Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the camera from moving. In Live View mode In viewfinder mode Shooting images Point 1 One hand holds the grip of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens. Point 2 Take a secure - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 46
set the shutter speed. This indicator is not displayed in M/S modes. Using the SteadyShot function This SteadyShot function can reduce the effect of camera shake by the equivalent of approximately 2.5 to 3.5 increments of shutter speed. The SteadyShot function is set to [On] in the default setting - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 47
to go down, and then press the shutter button down slowly. Using a tripod In the 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 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 48
disp.). You can clear the Help Guide (page 124). 1 Set the mode dial to or (Flash Off). or 2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle and hold the camera. 3 Place the desired subject within the focus area. • If the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes, carefully shoot the subject - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 49
the (SteadyShot scale) indicator becomes low makes the SteadyShot function more effective. Focus indicator (SteadyShot scale) indicator 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 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 50
mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.). You can clear the Help Guide (page 124). Note • The camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function, many features will be unavailable - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 51
Shooting images Taking portrait photos This mode is suitable for z Blurring away backgrounds and sharpening the subject. z Expressing skin tones softly. Set the mode dial to (Portrait). Shooting techniques • To blur the background more, set the lens to the telephoto position. • You can shoot a - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 52
Taking landscape photos This mode is suitable for z Shooting the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Set the mode dial to (Landscape). Shooting techniques • To accentuate the openness of the scenery, set the lens to wide angle. • Set the flash mode to (Fill-flash) when you - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 53
Shooting images Taking small-subject photos This mode is suitable for z Shooting close subjects such as flowers, insects, dishes, or small goods. Set the mode dial to (Macro). Shooting techniques • Get close to the subject and shoot at the minimum distance of the lens. • You can shoot a closer - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 54
This mode is suitable for z Shooting moving subjects outdoors or in bright places. Set the mode dial to (Sports Action). Shooting techniques • The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed. • Press and hold the shutter button halfway down until the right moment. • Set the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 55
Shooting images Taking sunset photos This mode is suitable for z Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully. Set the mode dial to (Sunset). Shooting techniques • Used to shoot an image accentuating the red color compared with other modes. This is also suitable for shooting the beautiful red of the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 56
Taking night view photos This mode is suitable for z Shooting portraits in night scenes. z Shooting night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. Set the mode dial to (Night Port./View). Set the flash mode to (Flash Off) when you shoot a night view without - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 57
aperture to put everything in front of and beyond the flower out of focus. These are a few of the effects you can enjoy with your camera (pages 60, 62). Adjusting the shutter speed and aperture not only creates the photographic effects of movement and focus, but also determines the brightness of - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 58
When you turn the mode dial, the explanation of the selected mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen (Help Guide disp.). You can clear the Help Guide (page 124). 58 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 59
images Shooting with program auto This mode is suitable for z Using the automatic exposure, while keeping the custom settings for ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer, etc. 1 Set the mode dial to P. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings (pages 76 to 103). • Set the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 60
Shooting by controlling the blur of the background (Aperture priority) 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 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 61
and adjust the aperture. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected aperture value, the shutter speed flashes. In such cases, adjust the aperture - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 62
Shooting a moving subject with various expressions (Shutter speed priority) This mode is suitable for z Shooting a moving subject at a moment in time. Use a faster shutter speed to crisply shoot an instant of the movement. z Tracing the movement to express the dynamism and flow. Use a slower shutter - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 63
the control dial. Shooting images 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected shutter speed, the aperture value flashes. In such cases, adjust the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 64
Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually (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 to M. 2 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 65
is beyond the range of the EV scale. The arrow starts flashing if the difference becomes greater. 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, the ISO - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 66
Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB) This mode is suitable for z Shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. z Shooting trails of stars. 1 Set the mode dial to M. 2 Rotate the control dial to the left until [BULB] is indicated. 3 While pressing the button, rotate the control dial to adjust - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 67
As long as the 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. • Use the wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) (page 103). Pressing the SHUTTER button on the Remote Commander - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 68
AF function MENU button t 1 t [Eye-Start AF] t [Off] • When attaching the FDA-M1AM Magnifier (sold separately) or the FDAA1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, setting [Eye-Start AF] to [Off] is recommended because the eyepiece sensors located below the viewfinder may be activated. 68 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 69
until the indicators appear clearly in the viewfinder. • Turn the dial toward + when you are farsighted, toward - when you are near-sighted. • Training the camera on a light allows you to adjust the diopter easily. When it is hard to rotate the diopter-adjustment dial Put your fingers under the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 70
display (DISP) Press DISP on the control button to switch between the Graphic Display and the Standard Display. When you rotate the camera to a vertical position, the display automatically rotates to adjust to the camera position. Graphic Display (Default setting) Standard Display No display 70 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 71
LCD monitor (Graphic Display) The Graphic Display graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value and clearly illustrates how the exposure works. In AUTO or Scene Selection mode, only the items that can be set are displayed. See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Shooting - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 72
D Display Indication Remaining battery (18) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Memory card (22) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (29) 72 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 73
) Flash compensation (90) EV scale (65, 102) ISO sensitivity (92) Drive mode (99) Display Indication Focus mode (79) AF area (80) Metering mode (91) Creative Style (96) AWB 7500K G9 White balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) (93) D-Range Optimizer (96) 73 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 74
C Display Indication Remaining battery (18) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Memory card (22) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (29) 74 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 75
(118) Indication Flash compensation (90) Flash charging (84) Wireless flash (87) High-speed sync* Manual focus (81) Focus Shutter speed (62) Aperture (60) EV scale (65, 102) "Shooting unavailable" warning (99) Camera shake warning (46) SteadyShot scale (46) Aspect ratio 16:9 (118) * When using the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 76
Set the focus mode switch on the lens to AF. To switch to manual focus Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF. Set the focus mode Set the focus mode switch on the camera switch on the camera to AF. to MF. Using autofocus 1 Set the focus mode switch on - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 77
focusing Using the autofocus, it is hard to focus on the following subjects. In such cases, use the focus lock shooting feature (page 78) or manual focus (page 81). • A subject that is low in contrast, such as blue sky or a white wall. • Two subjects at different distances overlapping in the AF - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 78
, even if the focus mode switch on the lens is set to AF. To switch to auto focus, set the focus mode switch on the camera to AF. Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock) 1 Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down. The focus - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 79
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 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 80
t [AF area] t Select the desired setting (Wide) (Spot) (Local) The camera determines which of the nine AF areas is used in focusing within the AF area. If the focus using the AF areas located in the center area. The camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively. Choose the area - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 81
the proper focus 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 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 82
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. 1 Set the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch to "LIVE VIEW." 2 Press the button. • Each time you press the button, the zoom - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 83
Using the shooting function • When the smart teleconverter is available, [Metering mode] is set to (Multi segment). 83 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 84
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. When the mode dial is set - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 85
sync to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such as a moving bicycle or a walking person. Notes • Do not hold the camera by grabbing the flash emitter. • Shooting conditions required to prevent shadows from appearing on an image vary, depending on the lens. • When the exposure - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 86
The flash range The range of the built-in flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. Refer to the following table. Aperture F2.8 F4.0 F5.6 ISO AUTO 1.4 - 7.1 m (4.6 - 23 1 - 5 m (3.3 - 16 setting feet) feet) 1 - 3.6 m (3.3 - 11 feet) 100 1 - 3.6 m (3.3 - 11 1 - 2.5 m (3.3 - - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 87
of light and shadow on the subject. For the actual steps of shooting, refer to the operating instructions of the flash. 1 Attach the wireless flash to the accessory shoe and turn both the camera and the flash on. 2 on the control button t (Wireless) 3 Remove the wireless flash from the accessory - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 88
Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash compensation, Metering) Using brightness compensation for the entire image (Exposure compensation) Except for recording mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic exposure). Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 89
Using the shooting function Number of pixels 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. Shooting techniques • Adjust the compensation level by checking the recorded image. • Using bracket shooting, you can shoot multiple images with the exposure shifted to the plus or minus sides (page 101). Note • - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 90
Notes • The histogram displayed in Live View mode does not indicate the final recorded image. It indicates the condition of the image just monitored on the LCD monitor. The histogram will differ based on aperture setting, etc. • The histogram differs between shooting and playback in the following - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 91
Selecting the method for measuring the brightness of a subject (Metering mode) Fn button t [Metering mode] t Select the desired mode (Multi segment) This mode measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen. ( - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 92
Setting ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1 Press ISO on the control button to display the ISO screen. 2 Select the desired value with v/V on the control button. • The larger the number, the higher - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 93
] is fixed to AWB (Auto WB) and you cannot select other modes. • If the only 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. Adjusting - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 94
the whiteness. 1 Fn button t [White balance] t 2 Select [ SET] with b/B on the control button, then press the center of the control button. 3 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the focus area located in the center, and then press the shutter button down. The shutter clicks and - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 95
Using the shooting function 4 Press the center of the control button. The monitor returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained. • The custom white balance setting registered in this operation is effective until a new setting is registered. - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 96
the D-Range optimizer other than (Standard) cannot be checked on the camera. • When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the image may be noisy. Selecting your desired image processing (Creative Style) 1 Fn button t [Creative Style] t Select the desired setting 2 When you want to adjust (Contrast - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 97
of the setting sun. For shooting images in black and white monotone. (Contrast), (Saturation), and (Sharpness) can be adjusted for each Creative Style item. (Contrast) (Saturation) (Sharpness) The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated, thus making - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 98
desired setting sRGB Adobe RGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use sRGB in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out or printers that support color management and DCF2.0 option color space. Using some applications or printers that do not support them may result - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 99
adv.) Note • When the exposure mode is set to shoot single shot. (Sports Action) in Scene Selection, you cannot Shooting continuously The camera records the images continuously at the following speeds*. Live View mode Maximum 2 images per second Viewfinder mode Maximum 2.5 images per second - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 100
when the photographer appears in a photo and the 2-second self-timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake. [Self-timer(Cont.)] is convenient to prevent failure because the camera continuously shoots either three or five images after a 10 second pause. 1 on the control button t (Self - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 101
bracket) Using the shooting function Base exposure - direction + direction Bracket shooting allows you to shoot several images, each with different degrees of exposure. This camera is equipped with an auto bracket function. Specify the value of deviation (steps) from the base exposure, and the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 102
* (Bracket: Cont.) Shoots three images with the exposure shifted by a selected step. Press and hold the shutter button until the recording stops. When the flash is fired, press the shutter button shot by shot. * _ EV displayed with is the step currently selected. Notes • When the mode dial is - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 103
(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. 1 on the control button t (Remote Commander) 2 Focus on the subject, point the transmitter of the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 104
the desired setting Note • When you play back the image on a TV or a computer, the image will be displayed in the portrait position even if [Manual rotate] is selected. 104 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 105
Rotating an image 1 Fn button t [Rotate] 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 played back in the rotated position, even if you turn off the power. To return - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 106
3 Select the portion you want to enlarge with v/V/b/B on the control button. To cancel the enlarged playback Press the button so that the image returns to the normal size. Scaling range The scaling range is as follows. Image size L M S Scaling range DSLR-A380 Approx. ×1.1 - ×14 Approx. ×1.1 - × - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 107
Using the viewing function Playing back images automatically (Slide show) The slide show can be operated either using the Fn button or the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Fn button t [Slide show]t [OK] Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show). The slide show - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 108
Checking the information of recorded images Each time you press DISP on the control button, the information display changes (page 104). Basic information display Display 100-0003 DPOF3 Indication Memory card (22) Folder - file number (137) Protect (111) DPOF set (145) Image quality (119) Display - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 109
Histogram (89) P A S M Mode dial (48 - 67) Display -0.3 35mm Indication Flash compensation (90) Metering mode (91) Focal length (152) Creative Style (96) AWB +1 5500K M1 White balance (Auto, Preset, Color temperature, Color filter) (93) D-Range Optimizer (96) 2009 1 1 10:37AM 3/7 Date - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 110
About the flashing segments on the histogram display When the image has a high-key or lowkey portion, that portion is flashed on the histogram display (Luminance limit warning). Flashing R (Red) Luminance G (Green) B (Blue) 110 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 111
Protecting images (Protect) You can protect images against accidental erasure. The protect function can be operated either using the Fn button or the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Protecting selected images/canceling the protection of the selected images 1 Fn - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 112
Deleting images (Delete) Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand. The delete function can be operated either from the Fn button or from the MENU button. Here operation using the Fn button is described. Note • Protected images cannot - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 113
to delete a lot of images by selecting [All images]. It is recommended that you delete images on a computer or format the memory card using the camera. 113 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 114
(sold separately) 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. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen. Select the desired image with b/B on the control button. • The LCD monitor on the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 115
Using the viewing function • By connecting your camera to Sony's VIDEO-A compatible TV using an HDMI cable, the TV automatically selects the appropriate image quality for viewing still pictures. Please refer to the operating instructions of Sony's VIDEO-A compatible TV for more details. • Some - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 116
or not. Returns to the single-image screen. Notes • The operations available are restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable. • Only TVs that support "BRAVIA" Sync can provide these operations. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 116 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 117
Using the viewing function • If the camera performs unnecessary operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the camera is connected to another manufacturer's TV using an HDMI connection, set [CTRL FOR HDMI] in the Setup menu to [Off]. 117 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 118
Changing your setup Setting image size and image quality Image size MENU button t 1 t [Image size] t Select the desired size [Aspect ratio]: [3:2] DSLR-A380 L:14M M:7.7M S:3.5M 4592 × 3056 pixels 3408 × 2272 pixels 2288 × 1520 pixels DSLR-A330 L:10M M:5.6M S:2.5M 3872 × 2592 pixels 2896 × - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 119
(Standard) File format: RAW (raw data) This format does not perform any digital processing on the images. Select this format to process images on a computer for 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 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 120
t 2 t [File number] t Select the desired setting Series Reset The camera does not reset numbers and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches "9999." name format is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10090405 (Folder name: 100, date: 04/05/2009) 120 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 121
up. Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit. • Format the memory card using the camera. If you format it on a computer, the memory card may not be usable with the camera, depending on the format type used. • Formatting may take several minutes depending on the memory card. 121 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 122
the noise reduction at high ISO sensitivity settings When shooting with the ISO set at 1600 or above, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. Select [On] to prioritize the image quality. Select [Off] to prioritize the timing of shooting. MENU - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 123
Changing the functions of the control dial Changing the function of the control dial When the recording mode is M (Manual exposure), you can set the camera so that the adjustable item (the shutter speed or the aperture value) can be selected using only the control dial. It is convenient if you - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 124
], [Brown], or [Pink]. MENU button t 1 t [Display Color] t Select the desired setting Removing the Help Guide from the screen You can turn off the Help Guide that is displayed when you operate the camera. This is convenient when you want to perform the next operation quickly. MENU button t 1 t [Help - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 125
to power save mode after 30 minutes when the camera is connected to a TV or the drive mode is set to (Remote Commander). Setting the date Resets the date. See page 25 for details. MENU - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 126
. MENU button t 1 t [LCD brightness] t [Manual] t Select the desired setting Notes • When it is set to [Auto], do not cover the light sensor with your hand and so on. • When using the camera with the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately), the brightness of the LCD monitor is always set to the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 127
Keeping the LCD monitor tuned on while looking into the viewfinder When the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch is set to "OVF," looking into the viewfinder turns off the LCD monitor. In the default setting, while looking into the viewfinder, the LCD monitor is turned off to prevent the battery pack from wearing - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 128
Displaying the version 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 (three remaining - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 129
to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera. MENU button t 3 t [Reset default] t [OK] (79) White balance (93) Custom white balance (94) D-RangeOptimizer (96) Creative Style (96) Recording menu Reset to ±0.0 Graphic Display Single-image screen (with recording information - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 130
) PlaybackDisplay (104) Setup menu Items LCD brightness (126) Power Save (LV) (124) Power Save (OVF) (124) CTRL FOR HDMI (116) Display Color (124) Help Guide disp. (124) File number (120) Folder name (120) USB connection (132, 148) Audio signals (124) Reset to On Shutter speed Off 2 sec On Reset to - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 131
. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. USB jack: Provided as standard x Macintosh OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X (v10.1.3 - v10.5) USB jack: Provided as standard Notes on connecting your camera to a computer • Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 132
of memory card you want to copy images from using the memory card switch. 3 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (sold separately). • When you copy images to your computer using an insufficiently charged - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 133
Stage 2: Copying images to a computer For Windows This section describes an example of copying images to a "Documents" (For Windows XP: "My Documents") folder. When you use the supplied "PMB" software, you can copy images easily (page 139). 1 Click [Open folder to view files] (For Windows XP: [Open - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 134
copy the image file. However, note that if you change the file name, you may not be able to play back that image with your camera (page 137). For Macintosh 1 Double-click the newly recognized icon t [DCIM] t the folder where the images you want to copy are stored. 2 Drag and drop - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 135
the USB connection Perform each procedure for Windows or Macintosh listed below beforehand when: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing the memory card. • Turning off the camera. 135 Viewing images on a computer - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 136
[OK]. The device is disconnected. x For Macintosh Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the memory card to the "Trash" icon. The camera is disconnected from the computer. 136 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 137
are grouped as folders on the memory card. Example: viewing folders on Windows Vista AFolders containing image data recorded using this camera. (The first three digits show the folder number.) BYou can create a folder in date form (page 120). • You cannot record/play back any images in the "MISC - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 138
image size. • When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • When there is no folder, first create a folder with your - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 139
the camera, the following software is provided: • Sony Image Data Suite "Image Data Converter SR" "Image Data Lightbox SR" • Sony Picture Vista*2 SP1 *1 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. CPU/Memory: Pentium III 500 MHz or faster, 256 MB of - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 140
-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (SONYPICTUTIL) t [Install.exe]. • Under Windows Vista, the AutoPlay screen may appear. Select "Run Install.exe" and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Click [Install]. • Verify that both - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 141
on the desktop. • Sony Image Data Suite "Image Data Converter SR" "Image Data Lightbox SR" • Sony Picture Utility "PMB" "PMB Guide" x Macintosh • Log .pkg] file in the copy-to folder. • Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Note • When the restart confirmation message appears - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 142
with white balance, exposure, and creative style, etc. • Save the images displayed and -click [Image Data Converter SR Ver.3] in the [Sony Image Data Suite] folder from the [Applications] folder. • Display and compare RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera. • Rate the images on a scale of five. - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 143
menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Image Data Lightbox SR]. " you can: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • Organize images ," refer to "PMB Guide." To start "PMB Guide," double-click the shortcut of (PMB Guide) on the desktop. - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 144
To start up/exit "PMB" Double-click the (PMB) icon on the desktop. Or, from the Start menu: Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB]. To exit the "PMB," click button on the upper-right corner of the screen. Note • The confirmation message of the Information tool - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 145
Printing images Specifying DPOF Using the camera, you can specify the images and the number of images to print before you print images at a shop or with your printer. Follow the procedure - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 146
• You can select a value for the number of images to be printed after you have selected [All images]. The same value will be used for all images. Dating images You can date images when printing them. The position of the date (inside or outside the image, character size, etc.) depends on your printer - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 147
to use the AC Adaptor (sold separately) to prevent the power from turning off partway through printing. 1 MENU button t 3 t [USB connection] t [PTP] 2 Turn the camera off and insert the memory card that the images have been recorded on. 3 Select the type of memory card you want to print images from - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 148
to the printer. 1 To the USB terminal USB cable 2 To the USB terminal 2 Turn on your camera and the printer. The screen used for selecting images you want to print appears. Stage 3: Printing 1 Select the image to print with b/B on the control - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 149
To cancel the print During printing, pressing the center of the control button cancels the print. Remove the USB cable or turn off the camera. When you want to print again, follow the procedure (Stages 1 to 3) above. PictBridge menu Print Prints the selected images. For details, see "Stage 3: - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 150
Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera with built-in flash and interchangeable lenses Lens All of α Lenses [Image sensor] Total pixel number of camera DSLR-A380 Approx. 14 900 000 pixels DSLR-A330 Approx. 10 800 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 151
Eye Relief Approximately 19.7 mm from the eyepiece, 14.1 mm from the eyepiece frame at -1 diopter (-1 m-1) Dioptor Adjustment -3.0 to +1.0 m-1 [Exposure control] Metering Cell SPC Metering method 40-segment honeycombpattern, the exclusive image sensor for Live View in Live View mode Metering - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 152
can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format film camera. On image data compatibility • This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Playback - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 153
are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "PhotoTV HD" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Limited. • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 154
Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 154 to 163. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 1 Check the following items. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 155
turns to power saving mode and nearly shuts down. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 124). The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pack. • Remove and re-insert the battery - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 156
page 20). • When an astronomical telescope, etc., is attached to the camera, set the recording mode to M and do your shooting. • The subject may require too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens. • You are shooting in manual focus mode, set the focus mode lever to AF (autofocus) (page 76). • - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 157
when you press the shutter button halfway down. • Since the subject is too bright or too dark, it is beyond the available range of the camera. Adjust the setting again. The image is whitish (Flare). Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under a strong light - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 158
2 Attach the lens cap. 3 MENU button t 3 t [Pixel mapping] t [OK] The image is blurred. • The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended (pages 47, 84). The EV scale b B is flashing on the LCD monitor or in the - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 159
camera. • Check "Recommended computer environment" (pages 131, 139). Your computer does not recognize your camera. • Check that the camera camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB jacks of your computer. • Connect the camera the camera with your camera (page 121). The image cannot be played - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 160
not know how to operate the software (supplied). • See help or the guide of each software. Memory card Cannot insert a memory card. • Insertion "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are not supported on your computer's "Memory Stick" media slot, connect the camera to the computer (page 132). The computer - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 161
provides these functions or not. • When having images printed at a digital print shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without operating instructions supplied with the printer or consult with the manufacturer of the printer. A connection cannot be established. • The camera cannot - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 162
. • The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack. Charge the battery pack and set the date again (pages 25, 167). If the date setting is lost every time the battery pack is charged, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The number - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 163
work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If the SteadyShot scale continues to flash, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "--E-" is indicated on the screen. • Remove the memory card, and insert it again. If - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 164
instructions below. Incompatible battery. Use correct model. • An incompatible battery pack is being used (page 18). Set date and time? • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera "Memory Stick" is not supported. • Use "Memory Stick" media available on this camera (page 23). No "Memory - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 165
the battery pack, then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. • Images recorded with other cameras may not be enlarged or rotated. No images changed • You attempted to protect - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 166
Unable to mark. • You attempted to mark RAW images on the PictBridge screen. Printer error • Check the printer. • Check if the image you want to print is corrupted. Printer busy • Check the printer. 166 - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 167
Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be unable to record clear images. On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 168
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera sure that the camera is working correctly. • This camera is neither dust camera (page 167). • Do not shake or strike the camera - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 169
mode 33 Color Space 98 Compression ratio 119 Continuous AF 79 Continuous bracket 101 Continuous shooting 99 Contrast 96 Control button 40, 41 Creative Style 96 Ctrl dial setup 123 CTRL FOR HDMI 116 Custom white balance 94 D Date imprint 146 Date/Time setup 25, 125 DC IN terminal - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 170
77 Focus mode 79 Focus-lock 78 Folder name 120 Format 121 H Help Guide disp 124 High ISO NR 122 High-speed sync 75 Histogram 89, 110 I 108 Lens 20 Live View 7, 68 Long exp.NR 122 M Macro 53 Manual exposure 64 Manual focus 81 Memory card switch 22 "Memory Stick Duo 22 "Memory Stick - Sony DSLR A330L | Instruction Manual - Page 171
halfway down 49 Print 145, 147 Program auto 59 Protect 111 Q Quality 119 R RAW 119, 142 Rear sync 84 Red eye reduc 86 Reducing camera shake 45 Remote Commander 103 Reset 129 Rotate 105 S Saturation 96 Scene Selection 50 SD memory card 22 Select folder 121 Self-timer 100 Set
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Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
Instruction Manual
DSLR-A330/A380
Preparing the camera
Before your operation
Shooting images
Using the shooting
function
Using the viewing
function
Changing your setup
Viewing images on a
computer
Printing images