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4-297-558-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index NEX-7 GB © 2011 Sony Corporation
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of contents Sample photo Menu Index Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right on the cover and each page to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use. Search for information by function. Search for
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Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook 2 Sample photo 6 Identifying parts 12 List of icons on the screen 15 Basic operations Operating the camera 18 Menu 21 Shooting images 26 Playing back images 28 Deleting images 30 Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents
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/AEL button AEL (AE lock 46 AF/MF (AF/MF control 47 Sample photo Using functions in the menu Shoot Mode 21 Camera 22 Image Size 22 Brightness/Color 23 Playback 23 Setup 24 Menu Index Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV 174 Using with your computer 177 Using the
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Table of contents Index AVCHD format 206 Cleaning 207 Index 208 Sample photo Menu Index 5GB
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moving subjects (page 11) If you click on a photo, the screen will jump to the page describing the function recommended for shooting that kind of photo. Refer to those descriptions in addition to the shooting tips displayed on the screen of the camera. See the pages in parentheses for details of
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Shooting people 62 A person stands out, while backgrounds blurred away (62) 84 A happy smile (84) 62 A person in front of night view (62) 55 A group photo (55, 56) 86 With soft skin tones (86) 57 The same scene with different brightness (57) 64 In candle
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Table of contents Sample photo Shooting macro photos 62 Defocusing the background (62) 62 Flowers (62) 76 Focusing manually (76) 96 Preventing camera shake for indoor shots (96) 97 Adjusting the color to indoor light (97) 101 Lowering the amount of flash light (101) 51 In better brightness (
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Shooting landscapes 51 The sky in vivid colors (51) 71 Running water (71) 106 Vivid green colors (106) 106 Colored leaves (106) 65 Panoramic photos (65) 102 Scenery with a wide range of brightness (102) 102 Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (102)
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Table of contents Sample photo Shooting sunset/night scenes 62 Holding the camera by hand (62) 70 Fireworks (70) 57 The same scene in different brightness (57) 62 Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully (62) 74 Trail of light (74) 55 Preventing camera shake (55) Menu Index 10GB Continued r
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Table of contents Sample photo Shooting fast moving subjects 79 Following a moving subject (79) 76 With the subject approaching the camera (76) 71 Expressing vigorous action (71) 54 Capturing the best moment (54) Menu Index 11GB
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Table of contents Sample photo Identifying parts When the lens is removed I Image sensor position mark (76) J Microphone* K Lens L Mount M Image sensor ** N Lens contacts ** O (Playback) button (28) P (flash pop-up) button (74) Q Diopter-adjustment dial R Control dial L (20) S Control dial R (20
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H LCD monitor • The tilting LCD monitor of the camera allows flexible shooting positions. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index A Eyepiece sensor B Viewfinder C Eyepiece cup • The eyepiece cup is not attached when you purchase the camera. D HDMI terminal (174) E (USB) terminal (182) F MIC (
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Lens E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-7K) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. 14GB
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the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel (page 48). Shooting standby A Display P A S M Indication Shoot Mode Scene Selection Scene Recognition Movie recording 24M 20M 12M 10M 6M 5.1M Aspect ratio of still images Image size
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A7 G7 DRO/Auto HDR Creative Style Playback folder - File number Protect Print order Indication Soft keys (MENU/ Shooting mode/ manual Exposure compensation ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Recording time of the movie (m:s) 16GB Continued r Index Menu Sample photo
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Table of contents Display Indication 2011-1-1 9:30AM Recorded date/time of the image 12/12 Image number/Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when Picture Effect did not work on the image. Histogram Sample photo Menu Index 17GB
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Table of contents Sample photo Basic operations Operating the camera The control wheel, soft keys, control dials, etc. allow you to use various functions of the camera. Control dials Soft keys Control wheel Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.), and (Drive
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, you can browse through them by turning or pressing the top/bottom/ right/left parts of the control wheel. Press the center to make your choice. Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen. To use the
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31 to 45 for more details. Navigation button Sample photo Menu Index Items to be set by turning the control wheel Items to be set by turning the control dial R Items to be set by turning the control dial L Pressing the Navigation button toggles the functions as follows. See page 31 for more
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for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. Sample photo Menu Index 1 Select MENU. 2 Select the desired item by pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel, and then press the center. 3 Following the instructions on the
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for the exposure (shutter speed and aperture). Table of contents Sample photo Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Object Tracking Prec. Dig. Zoom Face Detection Face
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Movie File Format Record Setting Selects AVCHD 60i/60p, AVCHD 50i/50p or MP4. Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies. Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white
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an enlarged image when focusing manually. Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an expanded form. Changes the range of color reproduction. Sets camera shake compensation. Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you
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of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card. Eye-Fi Setup* Upload Settings Sets the upload function of the camera when an Eye-Fi card is used. * Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. 25GB Index Menu Sample photo Table of contents
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Shooting images The [Intelligent Auto] mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Adjust the LCD
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Table of contents Sample photo z If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator z lit lit
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frame-by-frame. Note • Panoramic images shot on other cameras may not be played back properly. z Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen (page 59), then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can change the view
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Table of contents Sample photo Enlarged playback A portion of a still image can be enlarged for closer examination during playback. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded still image. You can enlarge playback images from the menu (page 114). 1 Display the image you want to
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of contents Sample photo Menu Index Deleting images You can delete the image displayed. 1 Display the image you want to delete, and select (Delete). 2 Select OK. Select to quit the operation. (Delete) OK Notes • You cannot delete protected images. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Using the Triple-dial-control function Triple-dial-control The Triple-dial-control allows you to adjust or set various shooting adjustment items, simultaneously, on a single screen. Even though you can set these functions separately on the menu screen, using
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index z To prevent the dials from operating incorrectly You can lock the control dials L/R and the control wheel by holding the Navigation button down. To unlock them, hold the Navigation button down again. You can set to lock the control wheel only, or not to
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Sample photo Exposure Settings You can set items used to adjust the exposure, such as shutter speed and aperture, on a single screen. 1 Set each item with the control dials L/R and the control wheel. The functions assigned to these dials vary depending on the shooting mode. Shooting mode M (Manual
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, and press the top/bottom/right/left to finely adjust the area. Control dial L (Multi) (Center) The camera determines which of the 25 AF areas is used for focusing. When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the area that is in
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Notes • When this function is set to other than [Multi], you cannot use the [Face Detection] function. • [Multi] is selected when using [Smile Shutter]. • [Multi] is selected during movie recording. But, if you use an E-mount lens and press the shutter
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Sample photo White Balance Settings Allows you to adjust the color temperature according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color temperature of the image photography. To select a color temperature, press soft key B followed by turning the control off the camera or select
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of contents Sample photo for a certain color temperature in [C.Temp./Filter], the adjusted value is retained even if you select another color temperature. Custom white balance 1 Select [Custom] with the control dial L. 2 Select [ (Custom Setup)] with soft key B. 3 Hold the camera so that
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exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. EV (Auto HDR) Select the optimal level between 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV (strong). Automatically adjusted at [AUTO]. Control wheel (Off) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR]. (D-Range Opt.) By dividing the image into small areas, the camera
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significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera detects such situation, is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as necessary, recomposing or paying attention to the blur. Sample photo Menu Index
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Sample photo Menu Index Control dial L (Standard) For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. (Vivid) The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images leaves (Black & White) For shooting images in black and white monotone. 40GB Continued r
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Table of contents Sample photo (Sepia) Control wheel (Contrast) (Saturation) (Sharpness) For capturing images in sepia monotone. The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated, thus making an impact on an image. The higher the value selected, the more
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[Picture Effect Settings]. 3 Set each item with the control dials L/R. Set the mode. Set the option. Sample photo Menu Index Control dial L (Off) (Toy Camera) Does not use the Picture Effect function. Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors. You can set
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You can set the intensity of the effect with the control dial R. Creates an image in black and white with rich gradation and reproduction of details. The camera releases the shutter 3 times. (Miniature) Creates an image which enhances the subject vividly, with the background defocused considerably
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when significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera detects such situation, / is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as necessary, recomposing or paying attention to the blur. Sample photo Menu
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Custom Settings You can change the mode of the function assigned to [Custom Settings 1, 2, 3]. Assign the function by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Function Settings] t [Custom Settings 1, 2, 3]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Function Settings]. 2 Assign [Custom
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Using the AF/MF button/AEL button AEL (AE lock) When there is wide range of brightness between the subject and the background,
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index AF/MF (AF/MF control) You can switch the focusing mode between auto and manual temporarily. If you do so, in the [Autofocus] or [DMF] mode, the focusing mode becomes manual. In the [Manual Focus] mode, the focusing mode becomes [Autofocus]. 1 Set the AF/
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents) Using the control wheel: 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel repeatedly to select the desired mode. Using the Menu: 1 During shooting, MENU t [Camera] t [LCD Display (DISP)]/[Finder
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Level Histogram Indicates whether the camera is level in both the horizontal and front-back directions. When the camera is level in both directions, the indicator turns to green. Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder Shows only
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu During playback Display Info. Shows recording information. Histogram exist in the picture. Brighter image will make the entire histogram shift to the right side, and darker image to the left side. Flash R (red) Luminance • If the image has a high-key or
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+5.0 EV. 1 (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel t desired value. Or, MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Exposure Comp.] t desired value. Notes • You cannot use [Exposure Comp.] when using the following functions: - [Intelligent Auto] - [Scene Selection] - [Manual Exposure] • You can adjust the exposure
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Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t desired mode. (Single Shooting) (Cont. Shooting) (Spd Priority Cont.) (Self-timer) (Selftimer(Cont)) (Bracket: Cont.) (Remote Cdr.) Shoots 1 still image. Normal shooting mode. Shoots images continuously while you
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Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Cont. Shooting]. Note • You cannot use [Cont. Shooting] with the following functions: - [Scene Selection], excluding [Sports Action] - [Anti Motion Blur] - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] - [Smile Shutter] - [Auto HDR] Sample photo Menu Index 53GB
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of contents Sample photo Spd Priority Cont. Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button, at a higher speed (max. 10 images per second) than that of [Cont. Shooting]. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode
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To cancel the self-timer, press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel. Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. This reduces the camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button. Note • You cannot use [Self-timer] with the following functions: - [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] - [Anti Motion
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Table of contents Sample photo Self-timer(Cont) Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after 10 seconds. You can choose the best shot from several shots taken. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer(Cont)]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer(Cont)]. 2
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the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Bracket: Cont.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Bracket: Cont.]. 2 Option t desired mode. To cancel the bracket, press
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operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander. 1 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Remote Cdr.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Remote Cdr.]. 2 Focus on the subject, point the transmitter of the Wireless Remote Commander to the remote sensor, and shoot the image
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3 To return to the single-image playback, select the desired image and press the center of the control wheel. z Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen, then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can change the view
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Table of contents Sample photo Intelligent Auto The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on
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Table of contents Sample photo z If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator z lit lit
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Table of contents Sample photo Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 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 the red of the sunset beautifully.
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Sample photo (Hand-held Twilight) Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the camera. Menu Index 63GB
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Sample photo Menu Index Anti Motion Blur This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Anti Motion Blur]. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. The camera combines 6 shots at high sensitivity into 1 still image, so camera shake
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create a panoramic image from composed images. Sample photo Menu Index 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Sweep Panorama]. 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD monitor. This part will not
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu z Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD monitor. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still
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still images on the LCD monitor of this camera and a non-3D TV. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [3D Sweep Panorama]. 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. Sample photo 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD monitor. This part will
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. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera. • When using a zoom lens, it is recommended that you use it with W side. • You can select the direction by operating the control dial L or the control wheel, or by selecting MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction]. You can select the
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ISO setting [ISO AUTO] is set to [ISO 100] in manual exposure mode. Set the ISO sensitivity as necessary. • The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual image being shot. • When using an A-mount lens (sold separately), you can adjust the shutter speed, aperture, ISO
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu BULB You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Turn the control dial L until [BULB] is indicated. 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust
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as it is, resetting is recommended. • The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual image being shot. • When using an A-mount lens (sold separately), you can adjust the shutter speed when focusing manually during movie recording. z Shutter speed When a faster shutter
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it is, resetting is recommended. • The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual image being shot. • When using an A-mount lens (sold separately), you can adjust the aperture when focusing manually during movie recording. z Aperture Smaller F-value (opening the aperture
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Program Auto While exposure is adjusted by the camera automatically, you can set shooting functions such as ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Program Auto]. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings.
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Flash Mode 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. (flash pop-up) button 1 MENU t
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an image with a three dimensional feel by highlighting the contrast of light and shadow on the subject. For the actual steps required when shooting, refer to the operating instructions of the flash. 1 Attach the lighting ratio control flash to the Auto-lock Accessory Shoe and turn on both the camera
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and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line. The distance from the lens contact surface to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.). * The image sensor is the part of the camera that acts as the film. • If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached
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of contents Sample photo Menu Index DMF (Direct Manual Focus) 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus. Note • [Autofocus Mode
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Autofocus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired mode. (Multi) (Center) The camera determines which of the 25 AF areas is used for
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Table of contents Sample photo Autofocus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Mode] t desired mode. (Single-shot AF) (Continuous AF) The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this
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cannot use [Object Tracking] with the following functions: - [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] - [Anti Motion Blur] - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] - [Manual Focus] - [Prec. Dig. Zoom] z Tracking the face you want to shoot The camera stops tracking a subject when the subject moves
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by digital processing, the image quality deteriorates compared to that before zooming was used. If you use a zoom lens, we recommend that you fully zoom in on an image first, then use [Prec. Dig. Zoom] if you need further zooming. • When you use [Prec. Dig. Zoom], the setting of [Autofocus Area
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which the camera is to automatically focus on. Does not use the Face Detection function. Notes • You cannot use [Face Detection] with the following functions: - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] - [Manual Focus] - [Prec. Dig. Zoom] • You can select [Face Detection] only when [Autofocus Area
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stored in the camera. If you want to completely delete the face data from the camera, select [Delete All]. Order Exchanging 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Face Registration] t [Order Exchanging]. 2 Select a face for which you want to change the priority. 3 Select the priority level. The smaller the number
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Smile following functions: - [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] - [Anti Motion Blur] - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] - [Manual Focus
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index z Tips for better capturing of smiles 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed. 3 Give a clear
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contents Sample photo Soft Skin Effect Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Soft Skin Effect] t [On]. 2 To set the intensity of the Soft Skin Effect, Option t desired setting. (On) (Off) Uses the Soft Skin Effect Function. Does
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of contents Sample photo Menu DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the screen display modes that can be selected with [Display Contents] (page 48) in shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [DISP Button(Monitor)]. 2 Select the desired mode. The items marked with are available. Graphic Display
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Table of contents For viewfinder Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this when you shoot using the viewfinder. Sample photo Menu Index 88GB
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of contents Sample photo Menu Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can
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of contents Sample photo z Tips for selecting the image size The images appear differently, depending on the mode selected. 16:9 Standard Wide When [Standard] or [Wide] is selected, the images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel. Sweep Panorama The image size varies
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of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. 3:2 16:9 Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints. For viewing on a high-definition TV. Note • You cannot set this item when using the following functions: - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] Sample photo Menu Index
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of digital processing. A RAW file is different from a more common file format such as JPEG in that it is the raw material to be processed for professional purposes. You need the "Image Data Converter" software included on the CD-ROM (supplied) in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera
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of contents Sample photo Panorama Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot 3D Sweep Panorama or Sweep Panorama images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode. 3D Sweep Panorama (Right) (Left) Pan the camera from the left to the right. Pan the camera from
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu File Format Selects the movie file format. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [File Format] t desired mode. AVCHD 60i/60p* AVCHD 50i/50p** MP4 Records 60i/50i movies or 24p/25p movies in AVCHD format, and 60p/50p movies. This Sony file format is suitable for viewing
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Sample photo Menu Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the data rate (average bit-rate) per second, the higher the image quality. 1 MENU t [Image image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store your
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu ISO Sets the luminous sensitivity. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [ISO] t desired setting. (ISO AUTO) 100/200/400/800/ 1600/3200/6400/ 12800/16000 Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. Sets the sensitivity to light of the imaging sensor. Higher
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Sample photo Menu White Balance Adjusts the color temperature according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color temperature of the image mode. AWB (Auto WB) The camera automatically detects a light source and Color Compensation) filters for photography. (Custom) Allows
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, the more reddish the image, and the lower the number, the more bluish the image. 3 Adjust the color temperature by pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel. Custom white balance 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [Custom Setup]. 2 Hold the camera so that the white
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Notes • If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into
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Table of contents Sample photo Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1 Center-weighted metering). Measures only the central area (Spot metering). This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong
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Sample photo functions: - [Intelligent Auto] - [Scene Selection] - [Anti Motion Blur] - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] • The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available the brightness of people near the camera by changing the flash light intensity.
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t desired mode. (Off) (D-Range Opt.) (Auto HDR) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR]. By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the contrast of light and
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Table of contents Sample photo Auto HDR Widens the range (gradations) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts in correct brightness (Auto High Dynamic Range). 1 image with proper exposure and 1 overlaid image are recorded. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [Auto HDR].
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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 Option. (Pop Color) Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Sample photo Menu (Posterization) Creates a high contrast, abstract
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu (Soft Focus) Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect. You can set the intensity of the effect with Option. (HDR Painting) (Rich-tone Mono.) Creates the look of a painting, enhancing the colors and details. The camera releases the shutter 3 times.
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera adjusts the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [
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Table of contents Sample photo (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 an impact on an image. The higher the
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Table of contents Sample photo Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] t desired mode. Multiple Img. All in Folder All AVCHD view files Deletes the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel to select OK. Deletes all images in the
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Table of contents Sample photo Slide Show Plays back images automatically. Plays back only 3D images in Slide Show on the 3D TV connected to the camera. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Slide Show] t desired mode t OK. Repeat On Off Interval 1 Sec 3 Sec 5 Sec 10 Sec 30 Sec Image Type All Display 3D Only
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back. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [View Mode] t desired mode. Folder View(Still) Folder View(MP4) AVCHD View Displays still images by folder. Displays movies (MP4) by folder. Displays movies recorded with the [AVCHD 60i/60p] or [AVCHD 50i/50p] mode of [File Format]. Sample photo Menu Index 110GB
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Table of contents Sample photo Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Image Index] t desired mode. 6 Images Displays 6 images. 12 Images Displays 12 images. z Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the
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center of the control wheel. The image rotates counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press the center. Notes • You cannot rotate movies or protected images. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. • When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may
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of contents Sample photo Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed for registered images. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Protect] t desired mode. Multiple Img. Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel to
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of contents Sample photo Enlarge Image You can check the focus by enlarging a portion of the playback image. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [ Enlarge Image]. 2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel. 3 Select the position you want to see by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Volume Settings Adjusts the sound volume of movies in 8 steps. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value. z Adjusting the volume during playback The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while
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is displayed for registered images (DPOF: Digital Print Order Format). 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Specify Printing] t desired setting. DPOF Setup Multiple Img. Cancel All Date Imprint On Off Selects images to order printing. 1 Select an image and press the center of the control wheel. To cancel the
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Table of contents Sample photo AEL Allows you to set how the AEL button works. You can set how long to keep the exposure value obtained with the AE lock function. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [AEL] t desired setting. Hold Toggle Shoots with the locked-in exposure value as long as the button is pressed.
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Table of contents Sample photo AF/MF control Allows you to set how the AF/MF button works. You can set when to switch the focusing mode from auto to manual, or vice-versa. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [AF/MF control] t desired setting. Hold Toggle The focusing mode is switched from/to auto as long as the
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when you hold the Navigation button down. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Dial/Wheel Lock] t desired setting. All Control Wheel Off The control dials and the control wheel are locked. Only the control wheel is locked. The control dials and the control wheel are not locked. Sample photo Menu Index 119GB
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Sample photo AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the camera . - Using an A-mount lens (sold separately). • When the AF illuminator is used, the setting of [Autofocus Area] is invalid and the
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Table of contents Sample photo Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, • Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or if the subject looked -eye" phenomenon. Camera Eye Retina Menu Index 121GB
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. Auto Viewfinder LCD Monitor When you look into the viewfinder, the display is switched to the viewfinder automatically. Turns off the LCD monitor, and displays images on the viewfinder. Turns off the viewfinder, and display images on the LCD monitor. Sample photo Menu Index 122GB
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of contents Sample photo Live View Display Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, Creative Style, or Picture Effect on the LCD monitor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Live View Display] t desired setting. Setting Effect ON Shows the images with
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Table of contents Sample photo Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the LCD monitor right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Auto Review] t desired setting. 10 Sec 5 Sec 2 Sec Off Displays for the set time. Selecting (Enlarge Image) allows you
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Table of contents Sample photo Grid Line Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting. Rule of 3rds Grid Square Grid Diag. + Square Grid Off Placing main subjects close to one of
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Sample photo Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function allows function. Notes • Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, the peaking level is different, depending on the subject, shooting situation, or on the lens
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the peaking function in manual focus. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Color] t desired setting. White Red Yellow Enhances outlines in white. Enhances outlines in red. Enhances outlines in yellow. Note • This item cannot be set when [Peaking Level] is set to [Off]. Sample photo Menu Index 127GB
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Table of contents Sample photo MF Assist Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual-focusing easier. This works in the [Manual Focus] or [DMF] mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t desired setting. 2 Turn the focusing ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged by 5.9
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[MF Assist] function. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist Time] t desired setting. No Limit 5 Sec 2 Sec Enlarges the display until is selected. Enlarges the image for 5 seconds. Enlarges the image for 2 seconds. Note • This item cannot be set when [MF Assist] is set to [Off]. Sample photo Menu Index
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Table of contents Sample photo Color Space The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range digital camera. Use sRGB in normal shooting, such as when you intend to print out the images without any modification. This has a wide range of color reproduction. When a large part
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Table of contents Sample photo SteadyShot Sets whether or not you use the SteadyShot function of the lens. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [SteadyShot] t desired setting. On Uses SteadyShot. Off Does not use SteadyShot. This setting is recommended when you use a tripod. Notes • [On] is selected
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Releases the shutter only when a lens is attached. 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 it on the recorded image. Sample photo Menu
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Auto focusing starts when you look through the viewfinder. Off Auto focusing does not start when you look through the viewfinder. Note • This item is available only when the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Sample photo Menu Index 133GB
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Table of contents Sample photo Front Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Front Curtain Shutter] t desired setting. On Uses the electronic front curtain shutter function. Off Does not use the
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Table of contents Sample photo Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to a in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the image quality. Off Does not activate noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Notes
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Table of contents Sample photo High ISO NR When shooting with the high ISO, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. When noise set [High ISO NR] when using the following functions: - [Sweep Panorama] - [3D Sweep Panorama] • Noise reduction will
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by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Shading] t desired setting. Auto Off Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. Sample photo Menu
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, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.] t desired setting. Auto Off Reduces the color deviation automatically. Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. Sample photo Menu Index 138GB
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by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Auto Off Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. Sample photo Menu Index
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sound during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting. On Records sound (stereo). Off Does not record sound. Note • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected. Sample photo Menu Index 140GB
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with too low volume. • When using a microphone (sold separately), the wind noise reduction will not be carried out even if it is set to [On]. Sample photo Menu Index 141GB
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Table of contents Sample photo AF Micro Adj. Allows you to adjust and register an autofocused position for each lens, when using an A-mount lens with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). 1 MENU t [Setup] t [AF Micro Adj.]. 2 [AF Adjustment Setting] t [On]. 3 [amount] t desired value t OK.
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the first screen of the menu. Displays the last item set. This will make it easier to quickly reset the last item you set previously. Sample photo Menu Index 143GB
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Sample photo Menu Function Settings Allows you to select the set of shooting adjustments that you can call for the Triple-dialcontrol operation by pressing the Navigation button. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Function Settings] t desired setting. Function Settings 1 to 4 [Function Settings 1] [Function
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screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t desired setting. AF/MF button Sample photo Menu Index AF/MF button AF/MF control MF Assist Right Key Setting Shoot Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Mode Autofocus Area Prec. Dig. Zoom Face Detection Smile Shutter Soft Skin Effect Quality ISO Soft
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Mode Not set Notes • [Custom Key Settings] is available with the following shooting modes. A function that has been assigned to the right key, soft key B, and soft key C on the control wheel is called only in the following shooting mode. - [Manual Exposure] - [Shutter Priority] - [Aperture Priority
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Calling a function assigned to [Custom] of soft key C 1 Press soft key C when CUSTOM (Custom) is displayed. 2 Select [Custom 1], [Custom 2], [Custom 3], [Custom 4], or [Custom 5] by pressing the right/left of the control wheel. 147GB
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Table of contents Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting. On Turns on audible signals when you press the control wheel or soft keys. Off Turns off the audible signal. Sample photo Menu Index 148GB
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [ Language] t desired language. 149GB
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Sample photo Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup]. 2 Set the date, time, etc. Daylight Svg.: Date Format: Selects [ON] or [OFF]. Selects the date and time display format. Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the camera. This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting] t desired setting. 2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to select an area. 151GB
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Table of contents Help Guide Display You can select whether or not the help guide is displayed when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t desired setting. On Displays the help guide. Off Does not display the help guide. Sample photo Menu Index 152GB
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Table of contents Sample photo Power Save You can set time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode. Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. 30 Min 5 Min 1 Min 20 Sec 10 Sec Switches to
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Sample photo LCD Brightness The brightness of the LCD monitor is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions using the light sensor (page 13). You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor manually. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [LCD Brightness] t desired setting. Auto Manual the camera with
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brightness of the viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Viewfinder Bright.] t desired setting. Auto Manual Adjust the brightness automatically. Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of -1 to +1. Sample photo Menu Index 155GB
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Table of contents Display Color Selects the color of the LCD monitor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Color] t desired setting. Black White Turns to the selected color. Sample photo Menu Index 156GB
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of contents Wide Image Selects the method used for displaying the wide images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wide Image] t desired setting. Full Screen Displays the wide images on the entire screen. Normal Displays the wide images and the operation information on the screen. Sample photo Menu Index
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desired setting. Auto Rotate Manual Rotate Displays in the portrait position. Displays in the landscape position. 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. Sample photo Menu Index 158GB
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Table of contents Sample photo HDMI Resolution When you connect the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [HDMI Resolution] t desired setting. Auto 1080p 1080i
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Table of contents CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting the camera to a "BRAVIA" Sync compatible TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back images on your camera by the TV's remote control aiming at the TV. See page 175 on "BRAVIA" Sync. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t desired setting
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Table of contents Sample photo USB Connection Selects the method used for a USB connection. 1 MENU t [ mode. Establishes an MTP connection between the camera, a computer, and other USB devices. Windows 7 computers are connected in MTP, and its unique functions are enabled to use. In the case of
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contents Sample photo Menu Index Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Cleaning Mode] t OK. The message "After cleaning, turn camera off. Continue?" appears. 2 Select OK. The anti-dust is activated automatically. 3 Turn the camera off. 4 Detach the lens. 5 Use
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend
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Table of contents Sample photo Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Demo Mode] t desired setting. On The
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Sample photo Menu Index Reset Default Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you activate [Reset Default], the images are retained. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset Default] t OK. Notes • Be sure not to turn off the camera while resetting. • Following settings are not reset: - [Date
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[Setup] t [Format] t OK. Notes • Formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. • During the format, the access lamp lights 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
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contents Sample photo File Number Selects the method for assigning file numbers to images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [File Number] t desired setting. Series Reset The camera does not reset numbers, and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches "9999." The camera resets numbers in
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name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10010405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2011) Note • The movie folder form is fixed as "folder number + ANV01". You cannot change this name
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Select Shoot. Folder When a standard form folder is selected and there are 2 or more folders, you can select the recording folder to be used to record still images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired folder. Notes • You cannot select the
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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 in total can be stored in the folders for still images or movies, respectively, with the same number. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies on the memory card. Number of recordable still images is also displayed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Card Space]. 172GB
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the card. • Use an Eye-Fi card after updating the firmware to the latest version. For details, refer to the operating instructions that comes with the Eye-Fi card. • The power save function of the camera does not work while it is transferring images. • If (error) is displayed, remove the memory card
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV To view images recorded on the camera on a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 1
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image. 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 SYNC MENU operations. The SYNC MENU operations differ depending on the TV connected. For details, refer to the operating instructions
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and equipment to be connected using output terminals. When the camera and TV are connected using output terminals, no video and sound are produced. Such connection can also cause trouble of the camera and/or connected equipment. • This function may not work properly with some TVs. For example, you
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • "Image Data Converter" • "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) Notes • "PMB" is not compatible with Macintosh
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contents Sample photo Recommended computer environment (Macintosh) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) "Image Data Converter Ver.4" USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.6) "Image Data
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to proceed with the installation. 2 Click [Install]. 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 182). If you do not connect the
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[Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. Using "PMB" 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 by shooting date to view them
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of contents Sample photo Menu Index image quality, you must store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc. z 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
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to the computer (Macintosh) 1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first. Double-click the newly recognized icon on the desktop t the folder where the images you want to import are stored. 2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon. The image files are copied to the hard disk
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Table of contents Sample photo Deleting the USB 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. 2 Click (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop]. 3
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. Create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc of movies and photos imported to a computer using "PMB." Notes • If you use a Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), you can transfer data by inserting a memory card into the memory card slot of the DVD writer, or connecting your camera to the DVD writer
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Table of contents Sample photo z Characteristics of each type of disc A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record high definition image quality (HD) movies of a longer duration than DVD discs. High definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, and a high
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Sample photo Menu Creating an AVCHD format disc on a computer You can create a high definition image image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, you must store a computer. Your computer must support the creation of a Blu- to the on-screen instructions. Connect your computer to
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DVD-Video Format Discs (STD)]. 5 Follow the instructions on manual that comes with the device used. • You can transmit data via the memory card slot and the USB connection, when using a Sony DVD writer. • When you use Sony DVDirect (DVD writer), make sure that the version of DVD writer's firmware
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and print the images. You can insert the date on the image and print it. For details, see the "PMB Help." • Printing at a shop You can take a memory card containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to DPOF
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Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 189 to 194. Sample photo 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about 1 minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 165). 4 Consult your Sony
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the RAW data file is large, the RAW mode shooting may take time. • The Auto HDR is processing an image (page 103). The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens. • You are shooting in manual focus mode. Set [AF/MF Select] to [Autofocus] (page 76
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. The date and time are recorded incorrectly. • Set the correct date and time (page 150). • The area selected with [Area Setting] is different from the beyond the available range of the camera. Adjust the setting again. The image is whitish (Flare). Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting).
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the camera. Sample photo Menu Viewing images Images cannot be played back. • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is
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Table of contents Sample photo • Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals of your computer. • Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device. Cannot copy images. • Make the USB connection by
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at a photo printing service shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges. Cannot print images with the date. • Using "PMB," you can print images with date. • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the images shot
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of contents Sample photo Menu Index Warning messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions below. Incompatible battery. Use correct model. • An incompatible battery pack is being used. Set Area/Date/Time. • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera for a long
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of contents Sample photo • The SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. No images. • There is no image on
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index No images selected. • You attempted to delete without specifying images. No images changed. • You attempted to execute DPOF without specifying images. Cannot create more folders. • The folder with a name beginning with "999" exists on the memory card.
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Sample photo Menu Index Others Using the camera color systems The camera automatically detects the color system to match that of the connected video device. NTSC system Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Rumania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey
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the camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending . • Do not use or store the memory card under the following Available with your camera Unavailable with your camera Index "Memory Stick" media and "Memory Stick PRO" media Unavailable with your camera 1) This is equipped with MagicGate function
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index 2) Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. 3) an abbreviation for "Memory Stick Micro" media. • To use a "Memory Stick Micro" media with the camera, be sure to insert the "Memory Stick Micro" media into an "M2" Adaptor as large as
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battery indication as a rough guide only. How to store the battery pack • Fully discharge the battery pack before storing and store it in a cool, dry place. To maintain the battery pack's function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it on the camera at least once a year. 201GB
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of contents Sample photo Menu Index • To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the power goes off. • To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing the battery
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Battery charger • Only NP-FW type battery packs (and pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates correctly. If the
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A-mount lens (sold separately) to your camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Sample photo Menu Index The available functions differ depending on the Mount Adaptor type. Functions Autofocus AF system AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode
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Table of contents Sample photo The available [Autofocus Area] settings differ depending on the Mount Adaptor type. LA-EA1 (Multi) (Center) (Flexible Spot) LA-EA2 (Wide) (Spot) (Local) The camera determines which of the 25 AF areas is used for focusing. The camera uses the AF area located in the
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is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Cleaning Cleaning the camera • Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts. Blow away dust from inside the mount using a commercially available blower*. For details on cleaning the image sensor, see page 162. * Do not use a spray blower.
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dials 20 Control wheel 18 Creative Style 106 Creative Style Settings 40 CTRL FOR HDMI 160 Custom Key Settings 145 Custom Settings 45 Custom white balance 37, 98 D Date Format 150 Date/Time Setup 150 Daylight Svg 150 Delete 30, 108 Demo Mode 164 Dial/Wheel Lock 119 Direct Manual Focus
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.: Distortion 139 Lens Comp.: Shading 137 Level 49 Live View Display 123 Live View Priority 48 Long Exposure NR 135 M Macintosh 180 Macro 62 Manual Exposure 69 Manual Focus 76 Memory card 199 Menu 21 Brightness/Color 23 Camera 22 Image Size 22 Playback 23 Setup 24 Shoot Mode 21
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Reduction 121 Release w/o Lens 132 Remote Cdr 58 Reset Default 165 Rotate 112 S Saturation 41, 107 Scene Recognition 26, 60 Scene Selection 62 Scroll playback 66 Select Shoot. Folder 169 Self-timer 55 Self-timer(Cont 56 Setup 24 Sharpness 41, 107 Shooting 26 Movie 26 Still image 26
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Sample photo Menu Index Notes on the License "C Library", "zlib", and "libjpeg" software are provided in the camera. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux

Section	Page
How to use this handbook	2
Table of contents	3
Sample photo	6
Identifying parts	12
List of icons on the screen	15
Operating the camera	18
Menu	21
Shooting images	26
Playing back images	28
Deleting images	30
Triple-dial-control	31
Exposure Settings	33
Focus Settings	34
White Balance Settings	36
D-Range Settings	38
Creative Style Settings	40
Picture Effect Settings	42
Custom Settings	45
AEL (AE lock)	46
AF/MF (AF/MF control)	47
DISP (Display Contents)	48
Exposure Comp.	51
Drive Mode	52
Cont. Shooting	53
Spd Priority Cont.	54
Self-timer	55
Self-timer(Cont)	56
Bracket: Cont.	57
Remote Cdr.	58
Image Index	59
Intelligent Auto	60
Scene Selection	62
Anti Motion Blur	64
Sweep Panorama	65
3D Sweep Panorama	67
Manual Exposure	69
Shutter Priority	71
Aperture Priority	72
Program Auto	73
Flash Mode	74
AF/MF Select	76
Autofocus Area	78
Autofocus Mode	79
Object Tracking	80
Prec. Dig. Zoom	81
Face Detection	82
Face Registration	83
Smile Shutter	84
Soft Skin Effect	86
DISP Button(Monitor)	87
Image Size	89
Aspect Ratio	91
Quality	92
Panorama Direction	93
File Format	94
Record Setting	95
ISO	96
White Balance	97
Metering Mode	100
Flash Comp.	101
DRO/Auto HDR	102
Picture Effect	104
Creative Style	106
Delete	108
Slide Show	109
View Mode	110
Image Index	111
Rotate	112
Protect	113
Enlarge Image	114
Volume Settings	115
Specify Printing	116
AEL	117
AF/MF control	118
Dial/Wheel Lock	119
AF Illuminator	120
Red Eye Reduction	121
FINDER/LCD Setting	122
Live View Display	123
Auto Review	124
Grid Line	125
Peaking Level	126
Peaking Color	127
MF Assist	128
MF Assist Time	129
Color Space	130
SteadyShot	131
Release w/o Lens	132
Eye-Start AF	133
Front Curtain Shutter	134
Long Exposure NR	135
High ISO NR	136
Lens Comp.: Shading	137
Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.	138
Lens Comp.: Distortion	139
Movie Audio Rec	140
Wind Noise Reduct.	141
AF Micro Adj.	142
Menu start	143
Function Settings	144
Custom Key Settings	145
Beep	148
Language	149
Date/Time Setup	150
Area Setting	151
Help Guide Display	152
Power Save	153
LCD Brightness	154
Viewfinder Bright.	155
Display Color	156
Wide Image	157
Playback Display	158
HDMI Resolution	159
CTRL FOR HDMI	160
USB Connection	161
Cleaning Mode	162
Version	163
Demo Mode	164
Reset Default	165
Format	166
File Number	167
Folder Name	168
Select Shoot. Folder	169
New Folder	170
Recover Image DB	171
Display Card Space	172
Upload Settings	173
Viewing images on a TV	174
3D Viewing	176
Using with your computer	177
Using the software	179
Connecting the camera to the computer	182
Creating a movie disc	184
Printing still images	188
Troubleshooting	189
Warning messages	195
Using the camera abroad	198
Memory card	199
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack	201
Battery charger	203
Mount Adaptor	204
AVCHD format	206
Cleaning	207