Sony A7S User Manual

4-537-940-41(1)

			“Help Guide” (Web manual)
			Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth
			Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth
			instructions on the many functions of the
			camera.
			camera.
			« Manuel d’aide » (Manuel en ligne)
			Consultez le « Manuel d’aide » pour obtenir
			des instructions détaillées au sujet des
			nombreuses fonctions de l'appareil.
E-mount			nombreuses fonctions de l'appareil.
E-mount		http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1420/h_zz/
		http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1420/h_zz/

	Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera/Instruction Manual			GB


	Appareil photo à objectif interchangeable/Mode d’emploi			FR


	Digitalkamera mit Wechselobjektiv/Gebrauchsanleitung			DE


	Cámara Digital de Lentes Intercambiables/Manual de instrucciones			ES


	Fotocamera digitale con obiettivo intercambiabile/Istruzioni per l’uso			IT


	Câmara Digital de Objetivas intercambiáveis/Manual de instruções			PT


	Digitale camera met verwisselbare lens/Gebruiksaanwijzing			NL


				PL



	Цифровой фотоаппарат со сменным объективом/Инструкция по эксплуатации			RU


	Цифровий фотоапарат зі змінним об'єктивом/Посібник з експлуатації			UA


	Digitalkamera med utbytbart objektiv/Handledning			SE


	Digitaalinen kamera vaihdettavalla objektiivilla/Käyttöopas			FI


	Digitalkamera med utskiftbart objektiv/Bruksanvisning			NO


	Digitalkamera med udskifteligt objektiv/Betjeningsvejledning			DK

© 2014 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand	ILCE-7S

English

E-mount

Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”)

“Help Guide” is an on-line manual. You can read the “Help Guide” on your computer or smartphone.

Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.

URL:

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1420/ h_zz/

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. WW328274 (ILCE-7S) Serial No.

Model No. AC-UD10/AC-UUD11

Serial No.

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

CAUTION

Battery pack

If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.

•Do not disassemble.

•Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it.

•Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.

•Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.

•Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

•Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

•Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.

•Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.

•Keep the battery pack dry.

•Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.

•Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.

AC Adaptor

Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the apparatus.

Battery charger

Even when the CHARGE lamp of this battery charger is off, the power is not disconnected. If any trouble occurs while this unit is in use, unplug it from the wall outlet (wall socket) to disconnect the power.

The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically for use with this camera only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment.

For Customers in the U.S.A.

and Canada

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are

recyclable. You can help preserve

our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to

the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.call2recycle.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

Battery pack and lens (if lens supplied)

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.

CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

For Customers in the U.S.A.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call:

Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669).

The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: WW328274

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part15 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.

This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For Customers in Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

For Customers in Europe

Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives

Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany

Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.

Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the
product, the battery or
on the packaging
indicates that the
product and the battery
shall not be treated as
household waste. On	GB
certain batteries this symbol might be used
certain batteries this symbol might be used
in combination with a chemical symbol.
The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or
lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains
more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004%
lead. By ensuring these products and
batteries are disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and
human health which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling.
The recycling of the materials will help to
conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety,
performance or data integrity reasons
require a permanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staff only. To
ensure that the battery and the electrical and
electronic equipment will be treated
properly, hand over these products at end-
of-life to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. For all other batteries, please
view the section on how to remove the
battery from the product safely. Hand the
battery over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of waste batteries.
GB

For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product or battery.

For Customers in Singapore

For customers who purchased their camera from a store in Japan that caters to tourists

Note

Some certification marks for standards supported by the camera can be confirmed on the screen of the camera.

Select MENU t(Setup) 6 t [Certification Logo].

If display is not possible due to problems such as camera failure, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

For details on Wi-Fi functions, see the flyer “Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide.”

Notes on using your camera

Screen language

You can select the language displayed on the screen using the menu.

Shooting procedure

This camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects: the monitor mode using the monitor, and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder.

Functions built into this camera

•This manual describes 1080 60icompatible devices and 1080 50icompatible devices.

To check whether your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.

1080 60i-compatible device: 60i

1080 50i-compatible device: 50i

•This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 50p-format movies. Unlike standard recording modes up to now, which record in an interlacing method, this camera records using a progressive method. This increases the resolution, and provides a smoother, more realistic image.

Creating an image database file

If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the camera and turn on the power, the camera 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 camera until the process is completed. If a database file error occurs, export all images to your computer using PlayMemories Home™, and then format the memory card using the camera.

Shooting with an E-mount lens compatible APS-C size

This camera is equipped with a 35 mm, full-frame CMOS sensor. However, the image size is automatically set to that of the APS-C size setting and the image size is smaller when an E-mount lens compatible APS-C size is used (default settings).

No compensation for damaged content or recording failure

Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded

content due to a malfunction of the camera GB or recording media, etc.

Back up recommendation

To avoid the data loss, always copy (back up) data to other media.

Notes on the monitor, electronic viewfinder, lens, and image sensor

•The monitor and electronic viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision 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 dots are normal due to the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in any way.

•Do not hold the camera by the monitor.

•When using the power zoom lens, be careful not to draw your fingers or any other objects caught in the lens.

•Do not expose the camera to sunlight or shoot sunward for a long time. The internal mechanism may be damaged. If sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it may cause a fire.

Notes on using your camera

•Images may trail across on the screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. When turning on the camera in a cold location, the screen may become temporarily dark. When the camera warms up, the screen will function normally.

•The recorded image may be different from the image you monitored before recording.

Notes on shooting with the viewfinder

This camera is equipped with an Organic Electro-Luminescence viewfinder with high resolution and high contrast. This viewfinder achieves a wide viewing angle and a long eye relief. This camera is designed to provide an easily viewable viewfinder by appropriately balancing various elements.

•The image may be slightly distorted near the corners of the viewfinder. This is not a malfunction. When you want to see the full composition with all its details, you can also use the monitor.

•If you pan the camera while looking into the viewfinder or move your eyes around, the image in the viewfinder may be distorted or the color of the image may change. This is a characteristic of the lens or display device and is not a malfunction. When you shoot an image, we recommend that you look at the center area of the viewfinder.

•When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at regular intervals when you are shooting with the viewfinder.

The required length or frequency of the break may differ depending on the individuals, so you are advised to decide at your own discretion. In case you may feel uncomfortable, refrain from using the viewfinder until your condition recovers, and consult your doctor as necessary.

Notes on recording for long periods of time

•Depending on the camera and battery temperature, you may be unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera.

A message will be displayed on the screen before the power turns off or you can no longer record movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the camera and battery temperature goes down. If you turn on the power without letting the camera and battery cool enough, the power may turn off again or you may be unable to record movies.

•Under high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the camera rises quickly.

•When the temperature of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate. It is recommended that you wait until the temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot.

•The surface of the camera may get warm. This is not a malfunction.

Notes on using your camera

Notes on importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to a computer

When importing XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies to a computer, download and use the software PlayMemories Home from the following website: www.sony.net/pm/

The pictures used in this manual

The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera.

On the data specifications described in this manual

Notes when playing movies on other devices

•This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played with the following devices.

–Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that do not support High Profile

–Devices incompatible with the

AVCHD format

This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.

•Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices.

DVD-based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible with the AVCHD format. Also, DVD-based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs.

•Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p format can be played back only on 1080 60p/1080 50p-supported devices.

Warning on copyright

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.

The data on performance and specifications are defined under the following conditions, except as described in this manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a battery pack that has been fully charged until the charge lamp

has turned off.

How to turn off wireless network functions (Wi-Fi and NFC, etc.) temporarily

When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily.

Select MENU button t (Wireless) 1 t [Airplane Mode] t [On].

If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an (airplane) mark will be displayed on the screen.

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.

Checking the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

•Camera (1)

•AC Adaptor AC-UD10/AC-

UUD11 (1)

The shape of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region.

•Battery charger BC-TRW (1)

•Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada)

*Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.

•Rechargeable battery pack NPFW50 (2)

•Micro USB cable (1)

•Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera)

•Cable Protector (1)

For how to attach the cable protector to the camera, refer to page 15.

•Shoe cap (1) (Attached on the camera)

•Eyepiece Cup (1) (Attached on the camera)

•Instruction Manual (1) (this manual)

•Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1)

This guide explains the functions that require a Wi-Fi connection.

• Shoulder strap (1)

For how to attach the shoulder strap to the camera, refer to page 15.

Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.

Front side

When the lens is removed

G Mount index

H Image sensor*2

I Mount

J Contacts*2

*1 Do not cover this part during movie

recording.

Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.

*2 Do not directly touch these parts.

A AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp

B Front dial

C Wi-Fi sensor (built-in)

D Remote sensor

E Lens release button

F Built-in microphone*1

Identifying parts

Rear side

A Eyepiece cup

B Viewfinder

C MENU button (20)

D Eye sensor

EMonitor

•You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.

FDiopter-adjustment dial

•Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder.

GFor shooting: C2 (Custom2) button

For viewing: (Enlarge) button

H AF/MF/AEL switch lever

I Rear dial

Identifying parts

JFor shooting: AF/MF (Auto focus/manual focus) button/ AEL button

For viewing: (Image index) button

K MOVIE button (36)

LFor shooting: Fn button (19)

For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button

•You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by

pressing this button.

M Control wheel

NFor shooting: C3 (Custom3)

button

For viewing: (Delete) button (38)

O Access lamp

P (Playback) button

Identifying parts

Top side/Side view

A Speaker

B Image sensor position mark

Cm (Microphone) jack

•When an external microphone is connected, the microphone is turned on automatically. If the external microphone is a plug- in-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.

D i (Headphones) jack

E Charge lamp

FMulti/Micro USB Terminal*

• Supports Micro USB

compatible device.

G HDMI micro jack

HMulti interface shoe*

•Some of the accessories may not be inserted fully and protrude backward from the Multi interface shoe. However, when the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed.

I Mode dial (39)

J Power switch/Shutter button

K C1 (Custom 1) button

L Exposure compensation dial

Identifying parts

MHooks for shoulder strap

•Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.

N (N mark)

•This mark indicates the touch point for connecting the camera and an NFC-enabled Smartphone.

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 shortrange wireless communication technology.

O Memory card cover

P Memory card slot

*For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe. Operations with other manufactures’ accessories are not guaranteed.

Attaching a cable protector

Use the cable protector to prevent the HDMI cable from being disconnected when shooting images connected by the HDMI cable. Raise the monitor and insert the HDMI cable, and then attach the cable protector as shown below.

•Make sure the connector cover is outside the cable protector when you attach the cable protector.

Identifying parts

Bottom view

A Battery insertion slot (22)

B Battery cover (22)

CTripod socket hole

•Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur.

Connection plate cover

Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below.

•Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover.

Operating the camera

How to use the control wheel

•You can turn the control wheel or press up/down/left/right on the control wheel to move the selection frame. Press z in the center of the control wheel to set the selected item. In this manual, the action of pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel is indicated by v/V/b/B.

•The following functions are assigned to v/b/B on the control wheel. You can also change the ISO sensitivity immediately by turning the control wheel.

v	DISP	Changes the screen display.

B	WB	White Balance

b	/	Drive Mode
		•	Cont. Shooting/Bracket
		•	Self-timer

• You can assign a desired function to the V/b/B/z buttons and to the control wheel turning position in shooting mode.

• When you turn the control wheel or press b/B on the control wheel in playback mode, you can display the previous or next image.

Operating the camera

How to use the front dial/rear dial

You can turn the front dial or rear dial to change the settings required for each shooting mode with immediate effect.

Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) button

This button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shooting, except for functions from the Quick Navi screen.

1 Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to other than [For viewfinder].

2 Press the Fn button.

3 Select the desired item using v/V/b/B on the control wheel.

The setting screen appears.

4 Select the desired setting by turning the front dial, then press z on the control wheel.

• Some setting values can be finely adjusted by turning the rear dial.

To set the individual settings in the dedicated screen

In step 3, select a setting item and press z on the control wheel to switch to the dedicated screen for the setting item. Set the items according to the Operation guide.

Operation guide

Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations.

1 Press MENU button to display the menu screen.

2 Select the desired setting item using v/V/b/B on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press z on the center of the control wheel.

• Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the b/B on the control wheel to move to another MENU item.

3 Select the setting value, then press z to confirm.

To display the Tile Menu

Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button.

MENU button t (Setup) 2 t [Tile Menu] t [On]

Using the In-Camera Guide

You can use [Custom Key Settings] to assign In-Camera Guide to the desired button.

The In-Camera Guide displays explanations for the currently selected menu function or setting.

Select MENU button t (Custom Settings) 6 t [Custom Key Settings] t desired functions assigned to the button t [In-

Camera Guide].

Press the MENU button and use the control wheel to select a MENU item whose
explanation you want to read, and then press the button to which [In-Camera
Guide] is assigned.	GB

Charging the battery pack

When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 battery pack (supplied).

The InfoLITHIUM™ battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted.

It can also be used when it has not been fully charged.

The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not use it. To avoid missing an opportunity to shoot, charge the battery pack again before shooting.

Charging the battery pack using the battery charger

1 Attach the battery pack.

• Push in the battery pack as the arrow shows, until the battery pack is set in parallel to the battery charger.

2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).

• The CHARGE lamp lights orange when charging is started.

•The CHARGE lamp turns off when charging is finished.

•For countries/regions other than the

USA and Canada, connect the power

cord to the battery charger, and connect CHARGE lamp the battery charger to the wall outlet

(wall socket).

Charging the battery pack

Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor

1 Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to OFF.

2 Slide the lever to open the cover.

3 Insert the battery pack completely, using the tip of the battery to press the lock lever.

Lock lever

4 Close the cover.

Charging the battery pack

5 Connect the camera 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 lights orange, and charging starts.

•Turn off the camera while charging the battery.

•When the charge lamp flashes and charging is not finished, remove and reinsert the battery pack.

•For countries/regions other than the USA and Canada, connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

Charge lamp Lit: Charging

Off: Charging finished Flashing:

Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range

Charging the battery pack

Notes

•The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions.

•If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).

•Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) or the battery charger (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor or the battery charger, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.

•When the camera is being used for the first time or when you use a battery pack that

has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp/CHARGE lamp may flash	GB
quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If that happens, remove the

battery pack from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge.

•Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance.

•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 cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied).

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 150 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and approximately 220 min. using the battery charger (supplied).

Notes

•The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.

Charging the battery pack

Charging by connecting to a computer

The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. Connect the camera to the computer with the camera turned off.

Notes

•Note the following points when charging via a computer:

–If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period of time.

–Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off, or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera and the computer.

–No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified computer.

Checking the remaining battery charge

A remaining charge indicator appears on the screen.

High Low

Notes

• The remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances.

Charging the battery pack

To remove the battery pack

Turn off the camera. Slide the lock lever	Lock lever
after confirming that the access lamp
(page 13) is off, and remove the battery
pack.
Be sure not to drop the battery pack.

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

1 Slide the lever to open the cover.

2 Insert the memory card (sold separately).

• With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.

Ensure the notched corner faces correctly.

3 Close the cover.

To remove the memory card

Make sure that the access lamp (page 13) is not lit, then push the memory card in once.

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Memory cards that can be used

You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of memory cards.

	Memory card	For still images	For movies
	Memory Stick PRO Duo™		(Mark2 only)
A
A	Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™

	Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™

	SD memory card		(Class 4 or faster)
B
	SDHC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)	GB
	SDHC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

	SDXC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)
	SDXC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

•In this manual, the products in the table are collectively referred to as follows: A: Memory Stick PRO Duo media

B: SD card

When recording XAVC S format movies

Use the following memory cards:

–SDXC memory card (64 GB or more and Class 10 or faster)

–SDXC memory card (64 GB or more and UHS-I-compatible)

–Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media

Notes

•Images recorded on a Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media or an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT*. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card.

Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card.

*exFAT is the file system used on Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media and SDXC memory cards.

Attaching a lens

Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens.

1 Remove the body cap from the	Front lens cap
camera and the rear lens cap
from the rear of the lens.

•When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.

•When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens.

Body cap

Rear lens cap

2 Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.

• Hold the camera with the lens facing down to prevent dust from entering into the camera.

White index marks

3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.

• Be sure to put the lens on straight.

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