Page 1 Digital Still Camera DSC-RX100M5 How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts [2] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [3] Using the strap Using the wrist strap [4]...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Inserting the battery pack into the camera [8] Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [9] Charging by connecting to a computer [10] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack [11] Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [12] Removing the battery pack [13]...
Page 3 Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [25] Intelligent Auto [26] Superior Auto [27] About Scene Recognition [28] The advantages of automatic shooting [29] Program Auto [30] Sweep Panorama [31] Scene Selection [32] Shutter Priority [33] Aperture Priority [34] Manual Exposure [35] BULB [36] Memory recall [37]...
Page 4 Notes on using the flash [47] Flash Mode [48] Flash Comp. [49] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [50] Switching between the viewfinder and the screen [51] DISP Button (Finder) [52] DISP Button (Monitor) [53] TC/UB Disp. Switch [54] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [55] Aspect Ratio (still image) [56]...
Page 5 Focus Magnif. Time [70] Initial Focus Mag. (still image) [71] Peaking Level [72] Peaking Color [73] Pre-AF (still image) [74] AF/MF control [75] AF Illuminator (still image) [76] Disp. cont. AF area [77] Eye AF [78] Phase Detect. Area [79] AF drive speed (movie) [80] AF Track Sens (movie) [81] Adjusting the exposure...
Page 6 DRO Bracket [95] Settings for bracket shooting [96] Indicator during bracket shooting [97] Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen Self-portrait/ -timer [98] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [99] ISO AUTO Min. SS [100] Multi Frame NR [101] NR Effect [102] Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt.
Page 7 Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) [113] Auto Dual Rec [114] Img. Size(Dual Rec) [115] Quality(Dual Rec) [116] Marker Display (movie) [117] Marker Settings (movie) [118] SteadyShot (movie) [119] Audio Recording [120] Micref Level [121] Wind Noise Reduct. [122] Auto Slow Shut.
Page 8: White
Soft Skin Effect (still image) [138] Face Registration (New Registration) [139] Face Registration (Order Exchanging) [140] Face Registration (Delete) [141] Red Eye Reduction [142] Auto Obj. Framing (still image) [143] SteadyShot (still image) [144] Long Exposure NR (still image) [145] High ISO NR (still image) [146] Write Date (still image) [147] Color Space (still image) [148]...
Page 9: Photo
Deleting images Deleting a displayed image [163] Deleting multiple selected images [164] Playing back movies Playing back movies [165] Motion Shot Video [166] Photo Capture [167] Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [168] Printing Specify Printing [169] Using viewing functions View Mode [170] Display Rotation [171] Slide Show [172]...
Page 10: Movie
Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness [180] Viewfinder Bright. [181] Finder Color Temp. [182] Gamma Disp. Assist [183] Function for VF close [184] Volume Settings [185] Audio signals [186] Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [187] Tile Menu [188] Mode Dial Guide [189] Delete confirm. [190] Display Quality [191] Pwr Save Start Time [192] NTSC/PAL Selector [193]...
Page 11 USB Power Supply [206] Language [207] Date/Time Setup [208] Area Setting [209] Copyright Info [210] Format [211] File Number [212] Set File Name [213] Select REC Folder [214] New Folder [215] Folder Name [216] Recover Image DB [217] Display Media Info. [218] Version [219] Setting Reset [220] Using Wi-Fi functions...
Page 12: Adding Applications To The Product
Using [Smart Remote Embedded] with a smartphone touch connection (NFC One-touch remote) [228] Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [229] Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) [230] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [231] Transferring images to a TV View on TV [232] Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions...
Page 13: Using A Computer
Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function [244] Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application [245] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [246] Changing the order of applications [247] Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [248] Using a computer Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment [249]...
Page 14: Battery
Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created [262] Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies [263] Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies [264] Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies [265] Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions [266]...
Page 15: Shooting Still
AVCHD format [277] License [278] Trademarks Trademarks [279] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [280] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [281] You cannot turn on the product. [282] The power turns off suddenly.
Page 16: Focus
Recording takes a long time. [291] The same image is captured multiple times. [292] The shutter is released continuously. [293] The image is out of focus. [294] Zoom does not work. [295] The flash does not work. [296] Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [297] The close-up shooting function (Macro) does not work.
Page 17 Viewing images Images cannot be played back. [318] The date and time are not displayed. [319] The color tones of the image being played back look unnatural. [320] The image cannot be deleted. [321] The image was deleted by mistake. [322] A DPOF mark cannot be put.
Page 18 You cannot print images. [336] The color of the image is strange. [337] Images are printed with both edges cut off. [338] You cannot print images with the date. [339] Others The lens gets fogged. [340] The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with the lens portion extended.
Page 19: Manual
[1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) NP-BX1 Rechargeable battery pack (1) Micro USB Cable (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/regions) Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera.
Page 20: Identifying Parts
[2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1. ON/OFF (Power) button 2. Power/Charge lamp 3. Shutter button 4. Mode dial 5. For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ (Playback zoom) lever 6. Self-timer lamp/AF Illuminator 7.
Page 21 turns on. 12. Hook for strap (N mark) Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function. For details on the location of the (N mark) on your Smartphone, refer to the operating instructions of the Smartphone. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short- range wireless communication technology.
Page 22: List Of Icons On The Screen
You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button. 20. MOVIE (Movie) button 21. Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible device. 22. HDMI micro jack 23. MENU button 24. Wi-Fi antenna (built-in) 25. Control wheel 26.
Page 23: Scene
The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. For shooting For playback P P* A S M Shoot Mode Memory recall NO CARD Memory card/Upload Scene Recognition icons...
Page 24 Scene Selection Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 20M / 18M / 17M / 13M / 10M / 7.5M / 6.5M / 5.0M / 4.2M / 3.7M / VGA Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Record setting of movies NFC is activated...
Page 25 Overlay icon No audio recording of movies Micref Level Low Wind Noise Reduct. Setting Effect OFF Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Remaining recordable time when overheating warning is displayed Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom Spot metering area C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display Digital level gauge...
Page 26: Dual Video
Protect DPOF DPOF set Auto object framing image Dual Video REC PC Remote Bright Monitoring Copyright information writing on 240fps 250fps 480fps 500fps 960fps 1000fps Frame rate for HFR shooting Recording timing Gamma Disp. Assist Writing data/Number of images left to write CAPTURE Capturing still image Unable to shoot Still images...
Page 27: Picture
Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp. Focus Mode 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) Focus Area DRO/Auto HDR ND Filter +3 +3 +3 Creative Style/Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness Smile/Face Detect. Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator ―...
Page 28: Focus
Lock-on AF Guide display for Lock-on AF Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting [Focus Area] Switch Av/Tv Guide display for switching aperture value and shutter speed Bracket indicator STBY Movie recording standby REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Control ring function Control wheel function Focus...
Page 29: Using The Wrist Strap
Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2016-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode Copyright information exists for image REC Control 00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Shooting Standby　...
Page 30 caused by dropping the product. [5] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the shoulder strap (sold separately) Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach the strap adaptors to the strap hooks on either side of the product. 2.
Page 31 If you slide the Viewfinder pop-up switch when the camera is off, the camera will turn on. 2. Grasp both sides of the eyepiece (B) and pull it towards the monitor side until it clicks. 3. Slide the diopter-adjustment lever. Hint To store the viewfinder Grasp both sides of the eyepiece and push it into the viewfinder until it clicks.
Page 32: Inserting The Battery Pack Into The
Note Be careful not to push down on the viewfinder when it is being raised. Be sure that the eyepiece is stored in the viewfinder unit before attempting to push down the viewfinder. If it is not stored and you try to force the viewfinder down, a malfunction may result.
Page 33: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The
1. Open the battery/memory card cover. 2. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. 3. Close the cover. [9] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera...
Page 34 avoid missing a shooting opportunity, charge the battery pack before shooting. 1. Turn the power off. 2. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 35: Charging By Connecting To A
When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). [10] How to Use...
Page 36 Note Note the following points when charging via a computer: If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the product connected to a laptop computer for an extended period of time.
Page 37 The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately) [Display Quality]: [Standard] The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 38: Removing The Battery
Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) By using the supplied AC adaptor, you can shoot and playback images while the power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket) without using up the battery power. 1. Insert the battery pack into the camera. 2.
Page 39: Inserting A Memory
How to remove the battery pack 1. Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera. 2. Open the battery/memory card cover. 3. Slide lock lever (A) and remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. [14] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
Page 40: Removing The Memory
Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. 3. Close the cover. Hint When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card.
Page 41: Usable Memory
4. Close the cover. [16] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Usable memory cards You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. For movies, refer to “Memory cards that can be used for movie recording” on this page.
Page 42 microSD memory card microSDHC memory card microSDXC memory card *SD cards with a capacity of up to 256 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this camera. Memory cards that can be used for movie recording When shooting movies in XAVC S format Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more.
Page 43: Setting Language, Date And
irreversible. Save valuable data on a computer, etc. Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT when connected using a micro USB cable. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera.
Page 44: Using The Control
Note If the date and time setting is cancelled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera. [18] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel.
Page 45: Using Menu
various shooting modes. You can also allocate frequently used functions to the control ring by selecting MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → [Control Ring]. Icons and function names are displayed on the screen as follows. : Adjust zoom by turning the control ring. [20] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method...
Page 46: Using The Fn (Function)
2. Select the desired MENU item using the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press in the center of the control wheel. The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu] setting.
Page 47 1. Press the DISP button repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder], and then press the Fn (Function) button. 2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3. Set the desired setting by turning the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control ring.
Page 48: Sweep
[22] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the "Quick Navi" You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen when using the viewfinder. The displayed contents and their position are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
Page 49: Shooting Still Images
4. Select the desired function by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 5. Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 4, then press on the center of the control wheel.
Page 50 1. Set the shooting mode to (Auto Mode). 2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( lights up.
Page 51: Shooting Movies
lights: Image is in the focus. The focused position will change to suit the motion of the subject. lights: The focusing is in progress. Hint When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting.
Page 52 2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Hint You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key. (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → set the function to MENU→ the preferred key. When you want to specify the area to be focused on, set the area using [Focus Area].
Page 53: List Of Mode Dial
List of mode dial functions You can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Available functions (Auto Mode): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product. (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)).
Page 54: Intelligent
(High Frame Rate): Allows you to shoot slow motion movies. Select a frame rate higher than the playback frame rate to shoot smooth slow motion movies. (Sweep Panorama): Allows you to shoot a panoramic image by compositing the images. SCN (Scene Selection): Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.
Page 55: Superior
conditions. [27] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear images of dark or backlit scenes. For low-lit or backlit scenes, if necessary the camera may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., to record higher quality images than in Intelligent Auto mode.
Page 56: About Scene
conditions. When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the product cannot create a composite image. [28] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode About Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode. This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.
Page 57: The Advantages Of Automatic
When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait] and [Infant] scenes are not recognized. [29] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode The advantages of automatic shooting This camera is equipped with the following three automatic shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], and [Program Auto].
Page 58: Program
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. 1. Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto). 2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3.
Page 59 1. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). 2. Point the camera at the subject. 3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition. (A) This part will not be shot. 4.
Page 60: Panorama:
If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time.
Page 61 When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly. Sports Action: Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still.
Page 62 Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. 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, and noise.
Page 63 Pet: Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. Gourmet: Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors. Fireworks: Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor. High Sensitivity: Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash, and reduces subject blur.
Page 64: Shutter Priority
and an image is recorded. If you select [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine] temporarily. Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] when shooting the following subjects: Subjects with erratic movement.
Page 65: Aperture Priority
shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended. Use a tripod to prevent blurring when you use a slow shutter speed. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in shutter speed priority mode. When the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer, noise reduction will be done after shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open.
Page 66: Manual Exposure
Smaller F-value (opening the aperture) narrows the range that is in focus. This allows you to put the subject in sharp focus and blur objects in front of and beyond the subject (depth of field becomes shallower). Larger F-value (narrowing down the aperture) widens the range that is in focus. This allows you to shoot the depth of the scenery (depth of field becomes deeper).
Page 67: Metering
suitable for appropriate exposure, the ISO value indicator will blink. The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode.
Page 68: Drive
more easily, it is recommended that you use a tripod. The longer the exposure time, the more noise will be visible on the image. After shooting, noise reduction will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress.
Page 69 Hint To recall settings registered to the memory card, set the mode dial to MR, then select the desired number by pressing the left/right side of the control wheel. Note Register shooting settings in advance by [Memory]. If you set [Memory recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid.
Page 70 [39] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Shooting super-slow-motion movies (HFR Settings) By shooting with a higher frame rate than the recording format, you can record a smooth super-slow-motion movie. 1. Set the mode dial to (High Frame Rate). 2.
Page 71 Frame Rate: Selects the shooting frame rate from [240fps]/[250fps], [480fps]/[500fps], and [960fps]/[1000fps]. This setting determines the minimum shutter speed per frame. Priority Setting: Select [Quality Priority] or [Shoot Time Priority]. If you select [Shoot Time Priority], the recordable duration is longer than in [Quality Priority] mode. REC Timing: Selects whether to record a set amount of time after pressing the MOVIE button ([Start Trigger]), or to record for a set amount of time until you press the MOVIE...
Page 72 [End Trigger] When [ REC Timing] is set to [Start Trigger] and you press the MOVIE button again during shooting, the camera will end shooting and start recording. To redo shooting You can cancel recording by selecting [Cancel] on the screen. However, the movie recorded up to the point you cancelled will be saved.
Page 73 Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. Priority Setting] and recordable duration Priority Setting]: [Quality Priority] Frame Rate]: 240fps/250fps Effective pixel number read out from image sensor: 1824×1026 Recordable duration: Approx. 4 seconds Frame Rate]: 480fps/500fps Effective pixel number read out from image sensor: 1824×616 Recordable duration: Approx.
Page 74: The Zoom Features Available With This
Zoom Enlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. 1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. Move the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in and to the W side to zoom out. Hint When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images.
Page 75: Zoom Setting
Note The default setting for the [Zoom Setting] is [Optical zoom only]. The default setting for [ Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom change [ Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA]. Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations: Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW &...
Page 76: About Zoom
On:Digital Zoom: When the zoom range of the [ Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies images to the largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate.
Page 77: Zoom Func. On
Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to normal. Fast: Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to fast. Hint The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera. Note Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded.
Page 78: Using Flash
When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. When the shooting mode is set to something other than [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], assign the [Zoom] function to the control ring before using the control ring. Selecting [Quick] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. [46] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash...
Page 79: Notes On Using The
If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause malfunction. You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up. When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W, the shadow of the lens may appear on the screen, depending on the shooting conditions.
Page 80: Flash Comp
You can also set the flash mode by pressing the (Flash Mode) on the control wheel. Menu item details Flash Off: The flash does not operate. Autoflash: The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter.
Page 81 values (– side) makes the flash level lower. Note [Flash Comp.] does not work when the shooting mode is set to the following modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Sweep Panorama] [Scene Selection] The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash.
Page 82 No Disp. Info. Histogram Level For viewfinder* [For viewfinder] is displayed only on the screen.
Page 83: Switching Between The Viewfinder And The
Some display modes are not available in the default settings. To change the display modes, press MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. In movie mode, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed. Hint You can select different settings for both the viewfinder and the monitor.
Page 84 If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Monitor(Manual)], the image is displayed only on the screen. When you are not looking into the viewfinder If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto] or [Monitor(Manual)], the image is displayed only on the screen. If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Viewfinder(Manual)], the image is displayed in the viewfinder only.
Page 85 [52] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode DISP Button (Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the viewfinder using (Display Setting) in shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Finder] → desired setting →...
Page 86: Tc/Ub Disp
[53] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode DISP Button (Monitor) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the monitor using (Display Setting) in shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] → desired setting →...
Page 87 Allows you to display the time code (TC) and user bit (UB) of a movie by pressing the key to which [TC/UB Disp. Switch] function has been assigned. 1. MENU→ (Custom Settings)→[Custom Key(Shoot.)]/[Custom Key(PB)]→ assign the [TC/UB Disp. Switch] function to the desired key. 2.
Page 88 L: 18M 4864×3648 pixels M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels 640×480 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 17M 5472×3080 pixels M: 7.5M 3648×2056 pixels S: 4.2M 2720×1528 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 1:1 L: 13M 3648×3648 pixels M: 6.5M...
Page 89 Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 4:3: For shooting in a size suitable for viewing on a computer. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. 1:1: For shooting in composition as a medium format camera. [57] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image)
Page 90 Fine: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Standard: File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of [Fine], the file size of [Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine].
Page 91: Focus Mode
Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 [59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting. Menu item details Right: Pan the camera from the left to the right.
Page 92: Focus Area
[Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the product locks the focus when it determines that the subject is motionless, or continues to focus when the subject is in motion. (Continuous AF): The product continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down.
Page 93 green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus. Center: Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used together with the AF lock function, you can compose the image you want. Flexible Spot: Allows you to move the focus range finder frame to the desired point on the screen and focus on an extremely small subject in a narrow area.
Page 94: Phase Detection
When the mode dial is set to (Movie) or when shooting movies, you cannot select [Lock-on AF] for [Focus Area]. When the mode dial is set to (Movie) and [Auto Dual Rec] is set to On, the [Focus Area] is automatically switched to [Wide]. You can select [Lock-on AF] only when the focus mode is set to [Continuous AF].
Page 95: Center Lock-On
the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On]. 2. Align the target frame (A) over the subject and press in the center of the control wheel. Press again to stop tracking.
Page 96: Af Area Auto
[64] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved.
Page 97: Manual Focus
[66] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Manual Focus When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. The setting applies to both still images and movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 98 You can quickly focus on a subject rather than using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in cases such as macro shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Mode] → [DMF]. 2. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3.
Page 99: Focus Magnif
Note You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. Hint You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. [69] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting.
Page 100 [70] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Magnif. Time Set the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [ MF Assist] or [Focus Magnifier] function. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Focus Magnif. Time] → desired setting. Menu item details 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds.
Page 101: Peaking
[72] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. The setting applies to both still images and movies. 1.
Page 102: Af/Mf
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White: Enhances outlines in white. [74] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Pre-AF (still image) The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.
Page 103 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → button to be assigned → [AF/MF Control Hold] or [AF/MF Ctrl Toggle]. Menu item details AF/MF Control Hold: Switches the focusing mode while the button is held down. AF/MF Ctrl Toggle: Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again.
Page 104: Cont
When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes: [Landscape] [Sports Action] [Night Scene] [Pet] [Fireworks] The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. [77] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus...
Page 105: Phase Detect
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → assign the [Eye AF] function to the desired button. 2. Point the camera at a person's face, and press the button to which you have assigned the [Eye AF] function. 3. Press the shutter button while pressing the button. Hint When the camera focuses on the eyes, a detection frame is displayed over the eyes.
Page 106 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Phase Detect. Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the Phase Detection AF area. Off: Does not display the Phase Detection AF area. Note When the F-value is greater than F8.0, you cannot use Phase Detection AF. Only Contrast AF is available.
Page 107: Exposure Comp
be used. [81] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF Track Sens (movie) You can set the duration for AF tracking in movie mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ AF Track Sens] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Sets the AF Track Duration to high.
Page 108: Metering Mode
range. When using [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], you can display the settings screen for [Photo Creativity] by pressing You can adjust the exposure in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Note You can adjust the exposure in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies. If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect.
Page 109 [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Zoom functions other than optical zoom [84] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure AE lock When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock the exposure before shooting.
Page 110 AEL w/ shutter (still image) Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. This function is useful when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ AEL w/ shutter] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Fixes the exposure after adjusting the focus automatically when you press the...
Page 111: Exposure Set
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zebra] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+/Custom1/Custom2: Adjusts the brightness level. Hint You can register multiple values for [Zebra] to check the exposure and the flare as well as the brightness level.
Page 112: Drive Mode
[88] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. You can also set the drive mode by pressing (Drive Mode) button of the control wheel.
Page 113 Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. DRO Bracket: Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action] is selected, [Single Shooting] cannot be performed.
Page 114 When [ Shutter Type] is set to [Mechanical Shut.], the continuous shooting speed cannot be set to [Continuous Shooting: Hi]. Hint To hold the focus and exposure during burst, change the following settings. Set [Focus Mode] to [Continuous AF]. Set [ AEL w/ shutter] to [Off] or [Auto].
Page 115 to cancel the self-timer. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Brkt]. Note The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection] [Smile Shutter] [91] How to Use...
Page 116 Self-timer(Cont.): 5 Sec. 5 Img.: Shoots five frames in succession 5 seconds after you press the shutter button. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates after 5 seconds. Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 3 Img.: Shoots three frames in succession 2 seconds after you press the shutter button.
Page 117 This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 9 Image: This setting shoots nine images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV.
Page 118: Single Bracket
This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed.
Page 119 by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Single Bracket: 0.3EV 9 Image: This setting shoots a total of nine images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Single Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV.
Page 120 by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Note When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value.
Page 121: Settings For Bracket
shooting/Self-timer) DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [DRO Bracket]. 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details DRO Bracket: Lo: Records a series of three images with small changes in the D-Range Optimizer...
Page 122: Indicator During Bracket
Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) [97] How to Use Using shooting functions...
Page 123 Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 steps Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps Flash compensation -1.0 step Ambient light: A generic term for non-flash light including natural light, electric bulb and fluorescent lighting.
Page 124 3. Press the shutter button. The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees.
Page 125: Iso Auto Min
Note [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ISO] is set to a value lower than ISO 125, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images. The available ISO settings will differ depending on whether you are shooting still images, shooting movies, or using HFR.
Page 126: Multi Frame Nr
Menu item details FASTER (Faster)/FAST (Fast): The ISO sensitivity will start to change at shutter speeds faster than [Standard], so you can prevent camera shake and subject blurring. STD (Standard): The camera automatically sets the shutter speed based on the focal length of the lens.
Page 127 The product automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines them, reduces the noise, and records them as one image. The image recorded is one combined image. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ISO] → [Multi Frame NR]. 2. Press the right side of the control wheel to display the setting screen, then select a desired value using the top/bottom side of the control wheel.
Page 128 4 images are added for the multi frame NR effect. High: 12 images are added for the multi frame NR effect to produce images with even less noise. Note When [High] is selected, it takes longer to shoot and combine images. [103] How to Use Using shooting functions Correcting the brightness or contrast...
Page 129: Auto Hdr
[Sunset] [Night Scene] [Night Portrait] [Hand-held Twilight] [Anti Motion Blur] [Fireworks] The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p 100M], [100p 100M], [120p 60M] or [100p 60M], [DRO/Auto HDR] will be set to [Off].
Page 130: White Balance
[Auto HDR] is not available when the [ Quality] is [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. [Auto HDR] is not available in the following shooting modes. [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Sweep Panorama] [Scene Selection] When [Multi Frame NR] is selected, you cannot select [Auto HDR]. When [Picture Effect] is set to something other than [Off], you cannot select [Auto HDR].
Page 131 The color tones are adjusted for the daylight. Shade: The color tones are adjusted for shadiness. Cloudy: The color temperature is adjusted for a cloudy sky. Incandescent: The color temperature is adjusted for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio. Fluor.: Warm White: The color temperature is adjusted for warm white fluorescent lighting.
Page 132: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup]
setting screen and perform a setting. When you press the right button again, the fine adjustment screen appears to allow you perform fine adjustments as required. Note [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [106] How to Use Using shooting functions...
Page 133: Picture Effect
[107] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting an effect mode Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function.
Page 134 Creates an image in black and white with rich gradation and reproduction of details. Miniature: Creates an image which enhances the subject vividly, with the background defocused considerably. This effect may often be found in pictures of miniature models. Watercolor: Creates an image with ink bleed and blurring effects as if painted using watercolors.
Page 135: Creative Style
In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono.], the shutter is released three times for one shot. Be careful about the following: Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not flash light. Do not change the composition before shooting. When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera-shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not be able to obtain good HDR images.
Page 136 capturing radiant light. Deep: For shooting images with deep and dense colors, suitable for capturing the solid presence of the subject. Light: For shooting images with bright and simple colors, suitable for capturing a refreshingly light ambience. Portrait: For capturing skin in a soft tone, ideally suited for shooting portraits. Landscape: The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp scenery.
Page 137: Movie Recording Formats
Contrast: The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated, and the bigger the effect on the image. Saturation: The higher the value selected, the more vivid the color. When a lower value is selected, the color of the image is restrained and subdued.
Page 138 XAVC S HD: Bit-rate: Approx. 100 Mbps, Approx. 60 Mbps, or Approx. 50 Mbps Records a more vivid movie compared to AVCHD with increased amounts of information. AVCHD: Bit-rate: Approx. 28 Mbps (Maximum), Approx. 24 Mbps (Maximum) or Approx. 17 Mbps (Average) The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers.
Page 139 [HDMI Info. Display] is temporarily set to [Off] when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. Images will not appear on the monitor when you record movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K].
Page 140 You can save images to a computer or copy them to a disc compatible with your playback device using the software PlayMemories Home. Note The continuous recording time is approximately 5 minutes when shooting movies in XAVC S 4K or XAVC S HD 120p/100p format. The remaining recordable time will be displayed on the screen.
Page 141 compatible devices) or 50 fields/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlaced mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format. 24p/25p: Movies are recorded at approximately 24 frames/sec (for 1080 60i- compatible devices) or 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format.
Page 142 Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (30p/25p). Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps 24p 50M*: Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (24p). Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps 120p 100M/100p 100M: Records 1920 × 1080 (120p/100p) size movies at a high speed. Movies can be recorded at 120 fps/100 fps.
Page 143: Dual Video Rec
Records the movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p). Bit-rate: Approx. 28 Mbps (Avg.) 1920x1080 30p 16M/1920x1080 25p 16M: Records the movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p). Bit-rate: Approx. 16 Mbps (Avg.) 1280x720 30p 6M/1280x720 25p 6M: Records small file size movies in 1280×720 (30p/25p). Bit-rate: Approx.
Page 144 Menu item details An XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie, are recorded simultaneously. Off: The [Dual Video REC] function is not used. Note When [ Record Setting] for an XAVC S movie is set to [60p]/[50p] or [120p]/[100p], [ Record Setting] for an AVCHD movie is set to [60p]/[50p], or File Format] is set to [MP4], the [Dual Video REC] function is set to [Off].
Page 145 2. Press the shutter button to capture a still image. If you press the shutter button halfway down, the remaining number of still images you can shoot will be displayed on the screen. While shooting still images, the message [CAPTURE] is displayed on the screen.
Page 146 Shoots when impressive compositions, including people, are detected. This function may also record versions of the automatically shot images that have been trimmed into optimal compositions. When a trimmed image is recorded, both the image before trimming and the trimmed image will be recorded. 1.
Page 147 Selects the size of still images to be shot while recording movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Img. Size(Dual Rec)] → desired setting. Menu item details L: 17M/M: 7.5M/S: 4.2M [116] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Quality(Dual Rec) Selects the quality of still images to be shot while recording movies.
Page 148 No marker is displayed. Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) [118] How to Use Using shooting functions...
Page 149: Audio Recording
You can display all the markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. [119] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies SteadyShot (movie) Sets [ SteadyShot] effect when shooting movies. If you set the [ SteadyShot] effect to [Off] when using a tripod (sold separately), a natural image is produced.
Page 150: Micref
Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. Note The noise of the lens and the product in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected.
Page 151 Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Wind Noise Reduct.] → desired setting. Menu item details Reduces wind noise. Off: Does not reduce wind noise. Note Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume.
Page 152: Movie Button
Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to http://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
Page 153 to change. 2. Move to the item index screen by pressing the right side of the control wheel. 3. Select the item to change using the up/down sides of the control wheel. 4. Select the desired value using the up/down sides of the control wheel and press in the center.
Page 154 Movie: Standard gamma curve for movies Still: Standard gamma curve for still images Cine1: Softens the contrast in dark parts and emphasizes gradation in bright parts to produce a relaxed color movie. (equivalent to HG4609G33) Cine2: Similar to [Cine1] but optimized for editing with up to 100% video signal. (equivalent to HG4600G30) ITU709: Gamma curve that corresponds to ITU709.
Page 155 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 156 Level: Sets the [Detail] level. (-7 to +7) Adjust: The following parameters can be selected manually. Mode: Selects auto/manual setting. (Auto (automatic optimization) / Manual (The details are set manually.)) V/H Balance: Sets the vertical (V) and horizontal (H) balance of DETAIL. (-2 (off to the vertical (V) side) to +2 (off to the horizontal (H) side)) B/W Balance: Selects the balance of the lower DETAIL (B) and the upper DETAIL (W).
Page 157 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set], [Knee] is set to [Off]. S-Gamut is a color space unique to Sony that provides a wide color space equivalent to film cameras. However, S-Gamut setting of this camera does not support the whole color space of S-Gamut;...
Page 158: Function Menu Set
Allows you to register up to 3 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial. 1. Set the product to the setting you want to register. 2.
Page 159 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [129] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Custom Key(Shoot.) / Custom Key(PB) Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by...
Page 160: Function Of The C
shooting and playback. The keys that can be assigned functions are different for [Custom Key(Shoot.)] and [Custom Key(PB)]. Some functions cannot be assigned to certain keys. [130] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the control ring Once you assign a function to the control ring, you can perform that function by simply turning the control ring when the shooting information screen is displayed.
Page 161: Function Of The Center
[132] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the Center button Once you assign a function to the center button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the center button when the shooting information screen is displayed.
Page 162: Function Of The Send To Smartphone
Once you assign a function to the right button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the right button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → [Right Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.
Page 163 3. Press (Photo Creativity) on the control wheel. 4. Select the item to be changed using the control wheel. (Bkground Defocus): Adjusts the blurring of the background. (Brightness): Adjusts brightness. (Color): Adjusts color. (Vividness): Adjusts vividness. (Picture Effect): You can select a desired effect and shoot images with the specific texture. 5.
Page 164 [137] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the Face Detection function.
Page 165 Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth are shown.
Page 166 Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function. Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. Note Soft Skin Effect] is not available when [ Quality] is [RAW].
Page 167: Red Eye Reduction
When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. 2. Select a face to change the order of priority. 3.
Page 168 Menu item details The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Off: Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not.
Page 169 Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW &...
Page 170 Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is open. When noise reduction is 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. Note Long Exposure NR] is not available when [ Shutter Type] is set to...
Page 171 Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Note High ISO NR] is not available in the following situations: When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Scene Selection] or [Sweep Panorama].
Page 172: Grid Line
The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. Write Date] is not available for RAW images. [148] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.”...
Page 173: Auto Review
Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Grid Line] → desired setting. Menu item details Rule of 3rds Grid: Place main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds for a well-balanced composition.
Page 174: Live View Display
When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. [151] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Live View Display...
Page 175 be dark for some shutter speed settings. When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], Live View Display will be displayed brightly, so that you can easily check the composition. [152] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Bright Monitoring Allows you to adjust the composition when shooting in dark environments.
Page 176 [153] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the display between Electronic Viewfinder and the screen. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [FINDER/MONITOR] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically.
Page 177 inserted. (Custom Settings) → [Release w/o Card] → desired setting. 1. MENU→ Menu item details Enable: Releases the shutter even if no memory card has been inserted. Disable: Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved.
Page 178 Flash: Shutter speed: BULB to 1/2000 second Shutter sound: mechanical shutter sound and electronic shutter sound Electronic Shut. Flash: Shutter speed: 30 seconds to 1/32000 second Shutter sound: electronic shutter sound When shooting with the flash, the shutter speed is limited to 1/100 second or slower. The settable shutter speed range varies by shooting mode.
Page 179: Wheel Lock
[Face Registration] The following functions are unavailable when the [ Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shut.]. Long Exposure NR Bulb shooting The [ Shutter Type] setting may be cancelled when shooting with a function downloaded from PlayMemories Camera Apps. [156] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...
Page 180 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → set the [Deactivate Monitor] function to the desired key. 2. Press the key to which [Deactivate Monitor] was assigned. Note Even if you perform [Deactivate Monitor], the backlight of monitor remains on. To turn off the backlight, switch the monitor mode to viewfinder mode using the [FINDER/MONITOR] function.
Page 181: Playing Back Images
Playing back images Plays back the recorded images. 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2. Select the image with the control wheel. Hint The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images.
Page 182: Image Index
3. Press the MENU button, or in the center of the control wheel to exit the playback zoom. Hint You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU. You can change the initial magnification and initial position of enlarged images by selecting MENU →...
Page 183: Deleting A Displayed Image
[162] How to Use Viewing Viewing still images Switching the screen display (during playback) Switches the screen display. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. The screen display switches in the order “Display Info. → Histogram → No Disp. Info. → Display Info.” each time you press the DISP button. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display.
Page 184: Deleting Multiple Selected Images
[164] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple selected images. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Deletes the selected images. (1) Select the images to be deleted, then press on the center of the control wheel.
Page 185: Motion Shot Video
1. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select the movie to be played back using the control wheel. 3. To play back movies, press on the center. Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottom side of the control wheel.
Page 186: Playing Back Panoramic Images
To exit [Motion Shot Video] playback, select If you fail to make the trail, you can adjust the interval of the image tracking using Note [Motion Shot Video] is not compatible with movies in the XAVC S format. You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file. If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product may fail to create the image.
Page 187: Specify Printing
The product automatically scrolls a panoramic image from end to end. 1. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select the panoramic image to be played back using the control wheel. 3. Press on the center to play back the image. To pause playback, press on the center again.
Page 188: View Mode
(1) Select an image and press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press and delete mark. (2) Repeat step (1) to print other images. (3) MENU → [OK] → Press on the center.
Page 189: Display Rotation
[171] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Display Rotation Selects the orientation when playing back recorded still images. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Display Rotation] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: When you rotate the camera, the displayed image rotates automatically detecting the orientation of the camera.
Page 190 Select the display interval for images from among [1 Sec], [3 Sec], [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec]. To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU button to quit the slideshow. You cannot pause the slideshow. Hint You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)].
Page 191 1. MENU→ (Playback)→[ Enlarge Init. Mag.]→desired setting. Menu item details Standard. Mag.: Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. [175] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions...
Page 192: Beauty Effect
Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. (1) Select the image to be protected, then press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press again to remove the mark.
Page 193: Viewing Images On An Hd Tv
operation method in each mode. (Skin Toning): Adjusts the skin color as you like. 1. Select the base skin color using , then press 2. Increase or decrease the color tone using (Skin Smoothing): Removes age spots and wrinkles from the skin. Adjust the effect level using (Shine Removal): Reduces the look of oily skin.
Page 194 Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 195 Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable. Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV.
Page 196: Monitor Brightness
3. Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4. Turn on this product. 5. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [On]. 6. Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV remote control, and select the desired mode.
Page 197: Viewfinder Bright
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting. Menu item details Manual: Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting.
Page 198 situations. The maximum brightness will be [±0]. File Format] is [XAVC S 4K]. File Format] is [XAVC S HD] and the [ Record Setting] is [120p]/[100p]. You cannot use the viewfinder while using Wi-Fi functions. The camera will switch to screen display mode. [182] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
Page 199 Menu item details Off: Does not apply [Gamma Disp. Assist]. Auto: Displays movies with an [S-Log2→709(800%)] effect when the gamma set in [Picture Profile] is [S-Log2]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied when the gamma is set to other than [S-Log2]. S-Log2→709(800%): Displays movies with an S-Log2 gamma reproducing contrast equivalent to ITU709(800%).
Page 200: Volume Settings
squeeze the viewfinder into the camera with the eyepiece pulled out, the viewfinder may be subjected to force and become damaged. [185] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Volume Settings Sets the sound volume for movie playback. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...
Page 201 focuses on a subject. [187] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot.
Page 202: Tile Menu
purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. Eye-Fi cards are equipped with a wireless LAN function. Do not insert an Eye-Fi card into the product in locations in which their use is prohibited, such as on an airplane.
Page 203: Display Quality
You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off: Does not display the Mode Dial Guide.
Page 204: Pwr Save Start Time
Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. [192] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Pwr Save Start Time You can set the time by which the power goes off automatically.
Page 205: Demo Mode
Note If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with a different video system, a message telling you that you must reformat the card will appear. If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card.
Page 206 [195] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change.
Page 207 When [24p] is selected, you can select the last two digits of the time code in multiples of four from 0 to 23 frames. When [50i] is selected: 00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:24 3. Set the other digits following the same procedure as in step 2, then press in the center of the control wheel.
Page 208 Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. The time code is based on 30 frames per second. However, a gap between the actual time and the time code will occur during extended periods of recording as the frame frequency of the NTSC image signal is approximately 29.97 frames per second. Drop frame corrects this gap to make the time code and actual time equal.
Page 209: Hdmi Resolution
HDMI Resolution When you connect the product 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 → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] → desired setting.
Page 210: Ctrl For Hdmi
desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. When [ Record Setting] is set to other than [24p 24M(FX)], [24p 17M(FH)], or [24p 50M], this setting is canceled, and HDMI video is output according to the [HDMI Resolution] settings.
Page 211 [199] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu HDMI Info. Display Selects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 1. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Info. Display] → desired setting.
Page 212 Menu item details Time code is output to other devices. Off: Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off].
Page 213 external recorder/player works properly before use. [202] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu HDMI Audio Out. (movie) When the camera is connected to an external device such as a television via an HDMI cable (sold separately), the audio picked up by the camera’s microphone is output to the external device during movie shooting and standby mode.
Page 214 1. Turn the mode dial to (movie). 2. Connect the camera to the desired device via an HDMI cable. 3. MENU→ (Setup)→[ 4K Output Sel.]→desired setting. Menu item details Memory Card+HDMI: Simultaneously outputs to the external recording/playback device and records on the camera's memory card.
Page 215: Usb Connection
[204] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to this product. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB Connection] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected.
Page 216: Usb Power Supply
Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. [206] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
Page 217: Area Setting
Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. [208] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...
Page 218 You can write copyright information onto the still images. 1. MENU→ (Setup)→[Copyright Info]→ desired setting. 2. When you select [Set Photographer] or [Set Copyright], a keyboard appears on the screen. Enter your desired name. Menu item details Write Copyright Info: Sets whether to write copyright information.
Page 219 3. Keyboard Each time you press in the center, the characters corresponding to that key will be displayed one-by-one in order. For example: If you want to enter “abd” once to display “a” → select “ Select the key for “abc” and press ”((5) →...
Page 220: File Number
Formats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save valuable data on a computer, etc.
Page 221: Select Rec Folder
You can specify the first three characters of the file name for images you shoot. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Set File Name]. 2. Select the entry field for the file name to display a keyboard on the screen, and then enter three characters of your choice. Note Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered.
Page 222: Folder Name
1. MENU → (Setup) → [New Folder]. Note When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created.
Page 223: Display Media Info
database file. In such cases, the images on the memory card will not be played back on this product. If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack.
Page 224: Playmemories Mobile
If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). [222] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone...
Page 225 smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. 2. Display the QR code (A) on the monitor of this product by following the steps below. An SSID (B) will also be displayed on the monitor. Using [Send to Smartphone]: MENU →...
Page 226 5. Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the smartphone. Once the QR code is read, the message [Connect with the camera?] will be displayed on the smartphone screen. 6. Select [OK] on the smartphone screen. The smartphone will connect to the product.
Page 227 below. An SSID (B) will also be displayed on the monitor. Using [Send to Smartphone]: MENU → (Wireless) → select [Send to Smartphone] Using [Smart Remote Embedded]: MENU → (Application) → select [Application List] → [Smart Remote Embedded] 3. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your iPhone or iPad and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera].
Page 228 6. Install the profile (setting information) by following the instructions shown on the iPhone or iPad screen and select [OK]. The profile will be installed to the iPhone or iPad. 7. Select [Settings] on the "Home" screen → [Wi-Fi] → this product's SSID displayed in the Step 2.
Page 229 connect the iPhone or iPad to the product via Wi-Fi at a later date by selecting the SSID. Note If you cannot connect your device to this product using the QR code, use the SSID and password. [224] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting an Android smartphone to this product by...
Page 230 [225] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting an iPhone or iPad to this product by inputting an SSID and password 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad.
Page 231 4. Return to the “Home” screen and launch PlayMemories Mobile. [226] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the product.
Page 232: Smart Remote Embedded
Note When the product is in playback mode, the registered application will not launch even if you touch the smartphone to the product. When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch. Exit PlayMemories Mobile without performing an operation.
Page 233 Note When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. Also, you cannot use the viewfinder for still image/movie recording. This product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps.
Page 234: Send To Smartphone
The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch-point.
Page 235 You can transfer still images/movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear.
Page 236: Touch Sharing
Start PlayMemories Mobile, and change the image size by [Settings] → [Copy Image Size]. For iPhone/iPad Select PlayMemories Mobile in the setting menu, and change the image size by [Copy Image Size]. Some images may not be displayed on the smartphone depending on the recording format.
Page 237 The product and the smartphone are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile automatically launches on the smartphone, and then the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Before you touch the smartphone, cancel the sleep and lock-screen functions of the smartphone. The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the product.
Page 238: Send To Computer
If the Image Index is displayed on the product, you cannot transfer images using the NFC function. If you cannot make a connection, perform the following: Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product.
Page 239: View On Tv
"Wireless Auto Import." [232] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a TV View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV.
Page 240: Airplane Mode
Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects*: Select from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size: Select from [HD] and [4K]. The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions. Note You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer. You can view images on a Wi-Fi Direct-enabled TV or network-enabled TV (including wired network-enabled TVs).
Page 241: Access Point Set
(WPS) button. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [WPS Push]. 2. Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. Note [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button method.
Page 242 When the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the desired access point. When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen: Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point. For the input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.” If you select [Manual Setting], input the SSID name of the access point, then select the security system.
Page 243 2. Switch character types Each time you press in the center of the control wheel, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3. Keyboard Each time you press in the center, the characters corresponding to that key will be displayed one-by-one in order.
Page 244: Edit Device Name
If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address. Subnet Mask/Default Gateway: When you set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter the IP address to match your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. [236] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions...
Page 245: Reset Network Set
[Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK]. Note If you connect this product to the smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.
Page 246: Opening A Service Account
For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, refer to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website (http://www.sony.net/pmca/) [242] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Opening a service account You can open a service account, which is required to download applications.
Page 247: Launching The Downloaded Application
[244] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. Acquire a service account in advance. 1.
Page 248: Uninstalling Applications
1. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → desired application to launch. Hint How to launch the applications faster Assign [Download Appli.] and [Application List] to the custom key. You can launch the applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed.
Page 249: Playmemories Home
Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → [Application Management] →...
Page 250: Installing Playmemories Home
Using the software Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using your computer's Internet browser, go to the URL below and download PlayMemories Home by following the on-screen instructions. http://www.sony.net/pm/ An internet connection is required. For detailed instructions, visit the PlayMemories Home support page. http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ 2.
Page 251: Software For Mac Computers
DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only). [252] How to Use Using a computer...
Page 252: Image Data Converter
You can rank images in five grades. You can apply color labels. [254] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Installing Image Data Converter 1. Download and install the software by accessing the following URL. Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note Log on as Administrator.
Page 253: Accessing Image Data Converter Guide
[Help] from the menu bar → [Image Data Converter Guide]. Hint For details on operation, you can also refer to the Image Data Converter support page (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ [256] How to Use Using a computer Using the software...
Page 254: Accessing The Help Of Remote Camera Control
Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ [258] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control Windows: [Start] → [All Programs] → [Remote Camera Control] → [Remote Camera Control Help].
Page 255: Importing Images To The Computer
If you connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On], power is supplied from your computer. (Default setting: [On]) [260] How to Use Using a computer Connecting this product and a computer Importing images to the computer PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images.
Page 256: Disconnecting The Product From The Computer
Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 257 (HD) disc. A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4 (AVC) Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 3, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high-definition image quality (HD) disc.
Page 258 You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.
Page 259 Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high- definition image quality movies You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD-compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.
Page 260 with the original image quality. Converting the image quality takes time. To record movies with the original image quality, use a Blu-ray Disc. [265] How to Use Using a computer Creating a movie disc Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies You can create DVD discs that can be played back on ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD players, computers that can play back DVD discs, etc.).
Page 261 Creating an image database file If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed.
Page 262 reached the ambient temperature. If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the product and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On the functions available with the product This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 1080 50p-format movies.
Page 263 XAVC S movies can be played back only on XAVC S-supported devices. On the monitor, viewfinder, and lens The monitor and viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that consistently appear on the monitor and the viewfinder.
Page 264: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery
eye soreness, fatigue, or nausea similar to car-sickness. We recommend that you take periodic breaks when shooting with the viewfinder. Determine the necessary length and frequency of breaks on your own, as these will vary from individual to individual. If unpleasant symptoms occur, stop using the viewfinder until they resolve, and consult your doctor if necessary.
Page 265: Notes On The Battery Pack
[268] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Notes on the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images.
Page 266 to your body to warm it up, and insert it in the product immediately before you start shooting. If there are any metal objects such as keys in your pocket, be careful of causing a short-circuit. The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the flash or continuous shooting function frequently, turn the power on/off frequently, or set the monitor very bright.
Page 267 The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.
Page 268 86°F). [270] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Notes on memory card If you repeatedly shoot and delete images for a long time, fragmentation of data in a file in the memory card may occur, and movie recording may be interrupted in the middle of shooting.
Page 269: Cleaning The Lens
Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present To use a Memory Stick Micro media with this product, be sure to insert the Memory Stick Micro media into an M2 Adaptor as large as Duo size. If you insert a Memory Stick Micro media into the product without an M2 Adaptor as large as Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the product.
Page 270: Number Of Still Images
Clean the product surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing: Do not expose the product to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide.
Page 271: Recordable Time Of Movies
8 GB: 510 images 16 GB: 1000 images 32 GB: 2050 images 64 GB: 4150 images RAW & JPEG 8 GB: 235 images 16 GB: 470 images 32 GB: 950 images 64 GB: 1900 images 8 GB: 355 images 16 GB: 710 images 32 GB: 1400 images 64 GB: 2850 images When the [...
Page 272 30p 100M 25p 100M 8 GB: 9 m 16 GB: 15 m 32 GB: 35 m 64 GB: 1 h 15 m 30p 60M 25p 60M 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 30 m 32 GB: 1 h 64 GB: 2 h 5 m 24p 100M* 8 GB: 9 m 16 GB: 15 m...
Page 273 32 GB: 1 h 15 m 64 GB: 2 h 35 m 120p 100M 100p 100M 8 GB: 9 m 16 GB: 15 m 32 GB: 35 m 64 GB: 1 h 15 m 120p 60M 100p 60M 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 30 m 32 GB: 1 h 64 GB: 2 h 5 m...
Page 274 64 GB: 6 h 24p 17M(FH) 25p 17M(FH) 8 GB: 55 m 16 GB: 2 h 32 GB: 4 h 5 m 64 GB: 8 h 15 m File Format]: [MP4] 1920x1080 60p 28M 1920x1080 50p 28M 8 GB: 35 m 16 GB: 1 h 15 m 32 GB: 2 h 35 m 64 GB: 5 h 20 m...
Page 275 VBR (Variable Bit-Rate), which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings.
Page 276: On Tv Color Systems
50 Hz/60 Hz. Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. [275] How to Use Precautions/This product Using this product abroad On TV color systems...
Page 277: Avchd Format
The camera is equipped with a ZEISS lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for the camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by ZEISS in accordance with the quality standards of ZEISS in Germany. [277] How to Use Precautions/This product Other information...
Page 278 We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. [279] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Cyber-shot, , Memory Stick, , Memory Stick PRO,...
Page 279: Troubleshooting
PlayMemories Camera Apps, PlayMemories Camera Apps logo XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™ are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. AVCHD Progressive and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
Page 280: You Cannot Insert The Battery Pack Into The Product
3. Initialize the settings. 4. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ [281] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
Page 281 Depending on the product and battery pack temperature, the product may turn off automatically to protect itself. In this case, a message is displayed on the product screen before the product turns off. If you do not operate the product for a certain period of time, it turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack.
Page 282: The Battery Pack Is Not Charged
Make sure that the battery is NP-BX1. Remove the battery pack and then reinsert it into the product. Batteries which have not been used for more than a year may have deteriorated. Charging has paused temporarily because the camera is not within the appropriate temperature range.
Page 283: Recording Takes A Long Time
Check the free capacity of the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash. The [Self-timer] is activated. Set [Release w/o Card] to [Enable]. However, without a memory card inserted in the camera, images cannot be recorded. [290] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies There is a clacking sound when the brightness of the...
Page 284: The Image Is Out Of Focus
The shutter is released continuously. The camera may automatically take multiple shots and perform overlay processing under the following conditions: [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame NR]. The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. The shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto]. The shooting mode is set to [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] under [Scene Selection].
Page 285: The Flash Does Not Work
[296] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The flash does not work. Raise the flash. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: When the following modes are selected in [Scene Selection]. [Anti Motion Blur] [Night Scene] [Hand-held Twilight] [Fireworks] [High Sensitivity] During Sweep Panorama shooting.
Page 286: The Date And Time Are Recorded Incorrectly
[299] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. [300] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Set the correct date and time.
Page 287: Dark Shadow Appears On The Image
[303] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. The product is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the monitor under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image.
Page 288: You Cannot Shoot Images Continuously
[307] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies You cannot shoot images continuously. The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack. [308] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is not clear in the viewfinder. Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter-adjustment dial.
Page 289 [311] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies [Finder/Monitor Sel.] does not work even though it has been assigned to a certain key using [Custom Key(Shoot.)] or [Custom Key(PB)]. [FINDER/MONITOR] is currently set to [Auto]. Set [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Viewfinder(Manual)] or [Monitor(Manual)]. [312] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is whitish (Flare)./Blurring of light appears on...
Page 290: The Image Is Blurred
[314] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is blurred. Make sure that [SteadyShot] is set to [On]. 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. [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] are also effective in reducing blur.
Page 291: Images Cannot Be Played Back
[318] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images Images cannot be played back. Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the product. 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 this product, playback on this product is not guaranteed.
Page 292: The Image Cannot Be Deleted
The image cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection. [322] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image was deleted by mistake. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete. [323] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images...
Page 293: You Cannot Send Movies To A Smartphone
[WPS Push] does not work. [WPS Push] may not work depending on the access point settings. Check the SSID and password of the wireless access point, and perform [Access Point Set.]. [326] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. When the battery remaining level is low, [Send to Computer] may be canceled halfway.
Page 294: Product And The Smartphone Is Disconnected
The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. Data communication between this product and the smartphone may fail due to signal conditions. Place this product closer to the smartphone. [330] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi...
Page 295: You Cannot Import Images
Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. Disconnect all equipment other than this product, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals of your computer. Connect this product directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device.
Page 296: Formatted The Memory Card By Mistake
[335] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore the data. [336] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing You cannot print images. RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images, first convert them to JPEG images using Image Data Converter.
Page 297: You Cannot Print Images With The Date
settings of the printer. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not. When you print images at a shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges. [339] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing You cannot print images with the date.
Page 298 Do not attempt to force lens that has stopped moving. Insert a charged battery pack, then turn the product on again. [342] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time. Turn off the product and do not use it for a while. [343] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others...
Page 299: The Product Does Not Work Properly
not been performed. The camera settings may be reset if the battery pack is ejected while the power is on. When ejecting the battery pack, first turn the power off and check that the access lamp is not illuminated before ejecting. [346] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others...
Page 300: Warning Messages
The last two digits (indicated by □□) will differ depending on the state of this product. If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, this product may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32:□□...
Page 301 Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Unable to use memory card. Format? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified.
Page 302 There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify.
Page 303 Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated. Cannot create more folders. A folder in the memory card has the first three digits “999.” You cannot create any more folders on this camera. [351] Troubleshooting Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this...
Page 304 Superior Auto Sweep Panorama Auto HDR Lock-on AF Subjects too small or too large Sweep Panorama Lock-on AF Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach Sweep Panorama Superior Auto AF drive speed AF Track Sens Scenes changing constantly, such as a waterfall Sweep Panorama Superior Auto...

Sony DSC-RX100M5 How To Use Manual

Adjusting Color Tones

Setting the Other Functions of this Product

Inserting a Memory

Setting the Language, Date and Time

Confirming the Operation Method

Shooting Still Images

Selecting a Shooting Mode

Selecting a Drive Mode (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)

Using the Flash

Adjusting the Exposure

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