Sony A6400 User Manual
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
4-747-610-11(1)
Inserting the battery pack (supplied)/memory card
(sold separately) into the camera
Open the battery/memory card cover, and insert the battery pack and a memory
card into the camera. Then, close the cover.
Lock lever
Ensure the notched corner
faces correctly.
Setting the language and the clock
ON/OFF (Power) switch
Control wheel
E-mount
Startup Guide
ILCE-6400
About the manual for this camera
This guide describes the necessary preparations to start using the
product, basic operations, etc. For details, refer to the “Help Guide”
(web manual).
“Help Guide” (Web manual)
http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1810/h_zz/
ILCE-6400 Help Guide
Looking for valuable information, such as essential points
on shooting
This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting
examples.
Refer to the website when you set up your camera.
Tutorials
https://www.sony.net/tutorial/ilc/
Preparations
Memory card Battery pack
Battery pack
Make sure that the battery pack is facing in the correct direction, and insert it while
pressing the battery lock lever.
Memory card
Insert the memory card with the notched corner facing as illustrated.
This camera is compatible with SD memory cards or Memory Stick media. For
details on the compatible memory cards, refer to the “Help Guide.”
When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, format the card
using the camera in order to stabilize the performance of the memory card.
Note
• Formatting erases all data, including protected images and registered settings
(M1 to M4). Once erased, this data cannot be restored. Save valuable data to a
computer, etc. before formatting.
Charging the battery pack
1 Turn the power off.
If the camera is turned on, the battery pack will not be charged.
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).
The charge lamp will light up when charging
starts. When the charge lamp turns off,
charging is completed.
Attaching a lens
Charge lamp
Select items : ////
Confirm : Center button
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1 Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON” to turn on the camera.
2 Select the desired language and then press the center of the control
wheel.
3 Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press the
center.
4 Select the desired geographic location and then press the center.
5 Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time], and [Date Format], and then select
[Enter] and press the center.
If you want to reconfigure the date/time or the area setting at a later point,
select MENU
(Setup) [Date/Time Setup] or [Area Setting].
Shooting
Shooting still images
1 Select the desired shooting mode
by turning the mode dial.
2 Press the shutter button halfway
down to focus.
3 Press the shutter button all the
way down.
Changing the monitor angle
You can change the monitor angle to shoot from any position you like.
(A) High position (holding the camera high)
(B) Low position (holding the camera low)
(C) Selfie position (facing the monitor toward you to take a selfie)
(A)
(B)
Shutter button
(Flash pop-up) button
(C)
Mode dial
Checking the supplied items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)*
(supplied in some countries/regions)
* Multiple power cords may be
supplied with this equipment. Use the
appropriate one that matches your
country/region. See “Notes on use.”
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50
(1)
• Micro USB cable (1)
©2018 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand
• AC Adaptor (1)
The type of the AC Adaptor may differ
depending on the country/region.
• Shoulder strap (1)
• Eyepiece cup (1)
• Body cap (1)*
* Only for the ILCE-6400/ILCE-6400M
• Shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera)
• Startup Guide (this manual) (1)
• Reference Guide (1)
Mounting indexes
1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear lens cap from the
rear of the lens.
2 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting
indexes) on the lens and camera.
3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly
in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into the locked position.
Using the flash
Press the (Flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash.
Restore the flash to its original position after using it. Make sure that the flash
portion is not sticking up.
Shooting movies
1 Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start
recording.
Movie recording can be started from any
shooting mode in the default setting.
MOVIE (Movie) button
2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop
recording.
Viewing
1 Press the (Playback) button to switch
to the playback mode.
2 Select an image with the control wheel.
You can move to the previous image/next
image by pressing the left/right side of the
control wheel.
To start playing back a movie, press the
center button on the control wheel.
(Playback)
button
Control wheel
Transferring images to a
smartphone
You can transfer images to a smartphone by connecting the camera and a
smartphone via Wi-Fi.
1 : Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.
To connect the camera and your smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile is required.
Install PlayMemories Mobile to your smartphone in advance.
If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to
update it to the latest version.
https://www.sony.net/pmm/
2 Connect the camera and your smartphone using the QR Code
(only for the first time).
: MENU (Network) [Send to Smartphone Func.]
[Send to Smartphone] [Select on This Device] images to
transfer.
If you want to select images on the smartphone, select
[Select on Smartphone].
: Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and select
[Scan QR Code of the Camera].
: Scan the QR Code displayed on the
camera using your smartphone.
Perform the steps that follow only if using an iPhone or iPad.
Install the profile by following the instructions on the iPhone or iPad
screen.
On the “Home” screen of the iPhone or iPad, select [Settings]
[Wi-Fi].
Select the SSID displayed on the camera.
After the first time, you can connect the camera and the smartphone just by
selecting the SSID.
3 The images will be transferred.
Transferring images to your smartphone (after the first time)
1 : Perform Step 2-
2 : Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.
The images will be transferred.
For details on how to connect to a smartphone, refer to the following support sites:
https://www.sony.net/dics/pmm1801/
• For details on other connection methods or how to use the smartphone as a
remote commander to operate the camera, refer to the “Help Guide.”
under “Transferring images to a smartphone.”
• The Wi-Fi functions introduced in this manual are not guaranteed to operate on
all smartphones or tablets.
• The Wi-Fi functions of this camera are not available when connected to a public
wireless LAN.
Managing and editing images
on a computer
PlayMemories Home
PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your
computer and view or use them. You need to install PlayMemories Home to import
XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies to your computer.
Imaging Edge
Imaging Edge is a software suite that includes functions such as remote shooting
from a computer, and adjusting or developing RAW images recorded with the
camera.
For details on the computer software, refer to the following URL.
https://www.sony.net/disoft/
Notes on use
Refer to “Precautions“ in the “Help Guide” as well.
Notes on handling the product
• This camera is designed to be dust-and moisture-resistant, but is not waterproof or dust-proof.
• Remove any dirt from the surface of the flash. Dirt on the surface of the flash may emit smoke
or burn due to heat generated by the emission of light. If there is dirt/dust, clean it off with a
soft cloth.
• Do not leave the lens or the viewfinder exposed to a strong light source such as sunlight.
Because of the lens’s condensing function, doing so may cause smoke, fire, or a malfunction
inside the camera body or the lens. If you have to leave the camera exposed to a light source
such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the lens.
• When you shoot with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view.
Otherwise, the sunlight may enter the focus inside the camera and cause smoke or fire. Even if
the sun is slightly away from the angle of view, it may still cause smoke or fire.
• Do not directly expose the lens to beams such as laser beams. That may damage the image
sensor and cause the camera to malfunction.
• Do not look at sunlight or a strong light source through the lens when it is detached. This may
result in unrecoverable damage to the eyes or cause a malfunction.
• Do not leave the camera, the supplied accessories, or memory cards within the reach of infants.
They may be accidentally swallowed. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
Notes on the monitor and electronic viewfinder
• The monitor and electronic viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology, and over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there
may be some small black dots and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green in color) that
constantly appear on the monitor and electronic viewfinder. These are imperfections due to the
manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded images in any way.
• When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue,
motion sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at regular intervals when you
are shooting with the viewfinder.
• If the monitor or electronic viewfinder is damaged, stop using the camera immediately. The
damaged parts may harm your hands, face, etc.
Notes on continuous shooting
During continuous shooting, the monitor or viewfinder may flash between the shooting screen
and a black screen. If you keep watching the screen in this situation, you may experience
uncomfortable symptoms such as feeling of unwellness. If you experience uncomfortable
symptoms, stop using the camera, and consult your doctor as necessary.
Notes on recording for long periods of time or recording 4K movies
• The camera body and battery may become warm with use – this is normal.
• If the same part of your skin touches the camera for a long period of time while using the
camera, even if the camera does not feel hot to you, it may cause symptoms of a lowtemperature burn such as redness or blistering. Pay special attention in the following situations
and use a tripod, etc.
- When using the camera in a high temperature environment
- When someone with poor circulation or impaired skin sensation uses the camera
- When using the camera with [Auto Power OFF Temp.] set to [High]
Sony lenses/accessories
Using this unit with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to
accidents or malfunction.
Warning on copyrights
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.
Notes on location information
If you upload and share an image tagged with a location, you may accidentally reveal the
information to a third party. To prevent third parties from obtaining your location information, set
Location Info. Link Set.] to [Off] before shooting images.
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Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others
Before discarding or transferring this product to others, be sure to perform the following
operation to protect private information.
• Select [Setting Reset] [Initialize].
Notes on discarding or transferring a memory card to others
Executing [Format] or [Delete] on the camera or a computer may not completely delete the data
on the memory card. Before transferring a memory card to others, we recommend that you
delete the data completely using data deletion software. When discarding a memory card, we
recommend that you physically destroy it.
Notes on wireless LAN
If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony bears no responsibility for the loss or damage caused by
illegal access or use of the registered access point on the camera.
Notes on security when using wireless LAN products
• Always make sure that you are using a secure wireless LAN to avoid hacking, access by
malicious third parties, or other vulnerabilities.
• It is important that you set the security settings when using a wireless LAN.
• If a security problem arises because no security precautions are in place or due to any
inevitable circumstances when using a wireless LAN, Sony bears no responsibility for the loss
or damage.
How to turn off wireless network functions (Wi-Fi, etc.) temporarily
When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily
using [Airplane Mode].
Power Cord
For the customers in the UK, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia
Use the power cord (A). For safety reasons, the power cord (B) is not intended for above
countries/regions and shall therefore not be used there.
For the customers in other EU countries/regions
Use the power cord (B).
(A) (B)
For Customers in the U.S.A.
For question regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-800-222SONY (7669) .
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name : SONY
Model : WW715296
Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
Address : 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number : 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Specifications
Camera
Model No. WW715296
Rated input: 7.2V
Operating temperature:
0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Storage temperature:
–20 to 55°C (–4 to 131°F)
Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.):
120 × 66.9 × 59.7mm
120 × 66.9 × 49.9mm
(from grip to monitor)
43/4 × 23/4 × 23/8in.
43/4 × 23/4 × 2in.
(from grip to monitor)
Mass (Approx.):
403g (14.3oz) (including battery pack,
SD memory card)
, 2.4W
AC Adaptor
AC-UUD12/AC-UUE12
Rated input:
100 - 240V
Rated output: 5V
, 50/60Hz, 0.2A
, 1.5A
Rechargeable battery pack
NP-FW50
Rated voltage: 7.2V
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Trademarks
• XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google LLC.
• Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo and Wi-Fi Protected Setup are registered trademarks or trademarks of the
Wi-Fi Alliance.
• QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
• In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ®
marks may not be used in all cases in this manual.
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be
found at our Customer Support Website.
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