SONY Alpha 33 User Manual
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Preparing the camera
Before your operation
Shooting images
Additional information on this product and
answers to frequently asked questions can be
found at our Customer Support Website.
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic
Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Instruction Manual
A-mount
Using the shooting function
Using the viewing function
Changing your setup
Viewing images on a
computer
Printing images
Others
Index
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
upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. SLT-A55/A55V/A33
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.
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• 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 pack promptly
described the instructions.
Battery charger
Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the
battery charger is not disconnected from the
AC power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket).
If some trouble occurs while using the
battery charger, immediately shut off the
power by disconnecting the plug from the
wall outlet (wall socket).
When a power cord (mains lead) is
supplied, the power cord (mains lead) can
be used with this unit only, and should not
be used with any other unit.
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.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery pack
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.
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
UL is an internationally recognized safety
organization.
The UL Mark on the product means it has
been UL Listed.
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If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Services
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.: SLT-A55V
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 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.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: SLT-A33
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 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.
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.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
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For Customers in Europe
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that
this SLT-A55V Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For
details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
Representative for EMC and product safety
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For
any service or guarantee matters please
refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
This product has been tested and found
compliant with the limits set out in the
EMC Directive for using connection cables
shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this unit.
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.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product shall
not be treated as household waste. Instead it
shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources. For
more detailed information about recycling
of this product, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
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Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the
packaging indicates that the battery
provided with this product shall not be
treated as household waste.
On 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 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 of
the battery. 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 will be treated
properly, hand over the product at end-oflife 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.
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.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363
is fitted to this equipment for your safety
and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to
be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the
supplied one and approved by ASTA or
BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or
mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has
a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach
the fuse cover after you change the fuse.
Never use the plug without the fuse cover.
If you should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service station.
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Notes on using your camera
Shooting procedure
• This camera has two modes for shooting:
the LCD monitor mode using the LCD
monitor, and the viewfinder mode using
the viewfinder.
• The recorded image may be different
from the image you monitored before
recording.
Notes on the functions available with
the camera
• To check whether it is a 1080 60icompatible 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
• You may feel uncomfortable symptoms
such as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired
feeling while watching 3D-images
recorded with the camera on 3Dcompatible monitors. When you watch
3D-images, we recommend that you take
a break at regular time intervals. Since
the need for or frequency of break times
varies between individuals, please set
your own standards. If you feel sick, stop
watching 3D-images, and consult a
doctor as needed. Also, refer to the
operating instructions of the connected
device or the software used with the
camera. A child’s vision is always
vulnerable (especially for children under
six years of age). Before allowing them
to watch 3D-images, please consult with
an expert, such as a pediatric or
ophthalmic doctor. Be sure to make sure
your children follow the precautions
above.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is
not possible due to a malfunction of your
camera or a memory card, etc.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss,
always copy (back up) data to other
medium.
Notes on the LCD monitor, electronic
viewfinder, lens, and image sensor
• The LCD monitor and electronic
• When you change your focus on the
• Do not hold the camera by taking hold of
• Do not expose the camera to sunlight or
• There is a magnet on the back and around
• Images may trail across on the screen in a
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 constantly appear on the LCD
monitor and electronic viewfinder. These
points are normal in the manufacturing
process and do not affect the images in
any way.
viewfinder, red, green, or blue flickers
may appear on the screen. This is not a
malfunction. These flickers are not
recorded on the image.
the LCD monitor.
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.
the rotating shaft of the hinge part of the
LCD monitor. Do not bring anything that
is easily affected by a magnet, such as
floppy disk, credit cards near the LCD
monitor.
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.
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Notes on long-time recording
• When you continue to shoot for a long
time, the temperature of the camera rises.
If the temperature reaches above a certain
level, the mark is indicated on the
screen and the camera is turned off
automatically. If the power is turned off,
leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer
to allow the temperature inside the
camera to decrease to a safe level.
• 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 hot.
This is not a malfunction.
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 does 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 image quality
(high definition) 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.
On GPS-compatible devices (SLTA55V only)
• To determine whether your camera
supports GPS function, check the model
name of your camera.
GPS-compatible: SLT-A55V
GPS-incompatible: SLT-A55/A33
• Use GPS in accordance with regulations
of countries and regions where you use it.
• If you do not record the location
information, set [GPS On/Off] to [Off]
(page 138).
• In an airplane, make sure to turn off the
camera following cabin announcements.
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 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 Instruction Manual
The data on performance and specifications
is defined under the following conditions,
except as described in this Instruction
Manual: at an ordinary ambient
temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a
battery pack that is charged for about an
hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out.
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Table of Contents
Notes on using your camera .............................................. 7
Preparing the
camera
Before your
operation
Shooting images
Checking the accessories supplied .................................. 13
Identifying parts .............................................................. 14
Charging the battery pack ................................................ 18
Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)
..................................................................................... 20
Attaching a lens ............................................................... 26
Preparing the camera ....................................................... 28
Using the accessories supplied ........................................ 30
Checking the number of recordable images .................... 32
Cleaning ........................................................................... 35
Screen indicators ............................................................. 39
Switching the screen mode between the LCD monitor
and the electronic viewfinder ............................ 39
Switching the recording information display (DISP)
............................................................................ 40
Recording information display (Graphic Display/
Recording information (For Live View)) .......... 42
Recording information display (For viewfinder) ....... 44
Selecting a function/setting ............................................. 46
Selecting a function with the Fn (Function) button ... 47
The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 48
The functions selected by the MENU button ............. 49
Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor ......................... 55
Shooting an image without camera shake ....................... 56
Correct posture ........................................................... 56
Using the SteadyShot function ................................... 57
Using a tripod ............................................................. 58
Shooting with the automatic setting ................................ 59
automatically ..................................................... 59
Shooting with the settings that the camera adjusts
automatically ..................................................... 61
Shooting with appropriate settings
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Using the
shooting function
Shooting with a suitable setting for the subject ............... 63
Shooting with preset settings according to the scene
(Scene Selection) ............................................... 63
Shooting panoramic images (Sweep Shooting) . 66
Shooting continuously at hig h speed (Continuous
Advance Priority AE) ........................................ 69
Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode)
..................................................................................... 70
Shooting with program auto .................................. 71
Shooting by controlling the blur of the background
(Aperture priority) ............................................. 72
Shooting a moving subject with various expressions
(Shutter speed priority) ..................................... 75
Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually
(Manual exposure) ............................................ 77
Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB) .......... 79
Recording movies ............................................................ 81
Available recording time for a movie ........................ 83
Notes on continuous movie recording ........................ 84
Selecting the focus method .............................................. 85
Using autofocus .......................................................... 85
Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock)
............................................................................ 87
Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the
subject (Autofocus Mode) ................................. 88
Selecting the focus area (AF area) ............................. 89
Adjusting the focus manually (Manual focus) ........... 90
Checking the focus by enlarging the image ............... 91
Detecting faces ................................................................ 93
Using the Face Detection function ............................. 93
Capturing smiling faces (Smile Shutter) .................... 94
Using the flash ................................................................. 96
Performing wireless flash shooting ............................ 99
Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash
compensation, Metering) .......................................... 100
Shooting with fixed brightness (AE Lock) .............. 100
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Using brightness compensation for the entire image
(Exposure compensation) ................................ 101
Adjusting the amount of flash light (Flash
Compensation) ................................................ 103
Selecting the flash control mode to set the amount of
flash light (Flash control) ................................ 104
Selecting the method for measuring the brightness of a
subject (Metering Mode) ................................. 105
Setting ISO .................................................................... 106
Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically
(D-Range) ................................................................. 107
Correcting the brightness of the image (D-Range
Optimizer) ....................................................... 107
Compensating automatically with rich gradation (Auto
High Dynamic Range) .................................... 108
Image processing ........................................................... 110
Selecting your desired image processing (Creative Style)
.......................................................................... 110
Changing the range of color reproduction (Color Space)
.......................................................................... 111
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) .................... 112
Adjusting the white balance to suit a specific light source
(Auto/Preset white balance) ............................ 112
Setting the color temperature and a filter effect (Color
Temperature/Color Filter) ............................... 113
Registering the color tones (Custom white balance) 114
Selecting the drive mode .................................. 116
Shooting single shot ................................................. 116
Shooting continuously .............................................. 116
Using the self-timer .................................................. 117
Shooting images with the exposure shifted (Exposure
bracket) ............................................................ 118
Shooting with white balance shifted (WB bracket)
.......................................................................... 119
Shooting with the Wireless Remote Commander .... 120
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Using the viewing
function
Changing your
setup
Viewing images
on a computer
Printing images
Others
Playing back images ...................................................... 121
Checking the information of recorded images .............. 127
Protecting images (Protect) ........................................... 131
Deleting images (Delete) ............................................... 132
Viewing images on a TV screen .................................... 134
GPS setting (SLT-A55V only) ...................................... 138
Setting image size and image quality ............................ 141
Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 145
Changing the noise reduction setting ............................ 149
Changing the function of the buttons ............................ 150
Changing other settings ................................................. 151
Setting the LCD monitor/electronic viewfinder ............ 153
Confirming the version of the camera ........................... 155
Resetting to the default .................................................. 156
Using with your computer ............................................. 159
Using the software ......................................................... 161
Connecting the camera to the computer ........................ 165
Creating a movie disc .................................................... 168
Specifying DPOF ........................................................... 172
Specifications ................................................................ 174
Troubleshooting ............................................................. 179
Warning messages ......................................................... 189
Precautions .................................................................... 192
AVCHD format ............................................................. 195
GPS (SLT-A55V only) .................................................. 196
3D-shootings .................................................................. 198
Index .............................................................................. 199
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Preparing the camera
Checking the accessories supplied
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• BC-VW1 Battery charger (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not
supplied in the U.S.A. and
Canada)
• Rechargeable battery pack NPFW50 (1)
• USB cable (1)
• Shoulder strap (1)
• Body cap (1) (Attached on the
camera)
• Eyecup (1) (Attached on the
camera)
• CD-ROM (Application Software
for α camera) (1)
• Instruction Manual (This manual)
(1)
Preparing the camera
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Identifying parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
Front side
A Shutter button (59)
B Power switch (28)
C Control dial (73)
D Remote sensor
E Self-timer lamp (117)
F Lens contacts*
G Mirror*
H Preview button (74)
I Mount
J Built-in flash* (96)
K Microphone**
L Mode dial (59 – 80)
M (Flash pop-up) button (96)
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N Lens release button (27)
O Focus mode switch (85, 90)
* Do not directly touch these
parts.
** Do not cover this part
during movie recording.
Rear side
Preparing the camera
A Microphone**
B Auto-lock Accessory shoe (99)
C MENU button (49)
D Viewfinder* (39)
E Eyepiece sensors (39)
F Diopter-adjustment dial (29)
G LCD monitor (42, 121, 127)
H Light sensor (153)
I (Playback) button (121)
J Access lamp (22)
K For shooting: Focus Magnifier
button (91, 150)
For viewing: (Delete) button
(132)
L MOVIE button (81)
M FINDER/LCD button (39, 154)
N Speaker
O Image sensor position
mark (87)
P D-RANGE (Dynamic range)
button (107)
Q For shooting: AEL (AE lock)
button (78, 100)
For viewing: (Zoom in)
button (124)
R For shooting: (Exposure)
button (101)
For viewing: (Zoom out)
button (124)/ (Image index)
button (125)
S For shooting: Fn (Function)
button (47, 48)
For viewing: (Image
rotation) button (123)
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T Control button
When the menu is turned on: v/
V/b/B button (46)
When the menu is turned off:
DISP (Display) (40, 121)/WB
(White balance) (112)/
(Drive) (116)/ISO (106)
U Control button (Enter) (46)/AF
button (89)
* Do not directly touch these
parts.
** Do not cover this part
during movie recording.
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Sides/Bottom
Preparing the camera
A REMOTE terminal
• When connecting the RMS1AM/RM-L1AM Remote
Commander (sold separately) to
the camera, insert the plug of
the Remote Commander into
the REMOTE terminal,
aligning the guide of the plug
with the guide of the REMOTE
terminal. Make sure that the
cord of the Remote Commander
faces forward.
B Hooks for shoulder strap (30)
C HDMI terminal (134)
D (USB) terminal (165)
E Microphone jack
• When an external microphone
is connected, the internal
microphone is turned off
automatically. When the
external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the
microphone is supplied by the
camera.
F Tripod receptacle
• Use a tripod with a screw length
of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
You will be unable to firmly
secure the camera to tripods
having screws longer than 5.5
mm (7/32 inch), and may
damage the camera.
G Memory card insertion slot (20)
H Battery/memory card cover
(20)
I Connection plate cover
• For using the AC-PW20 AC
Adaptor (sold separately)
Be careful not to catch the cord
of the AC Adaptor in the cover
when you close the cover.
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Charging the battery pack
When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50
“InfoLITHIUM” 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.
1 Insert the battery pack onto the
battery charger.
Push the battery pack until it clicks.
2 Connect the battery charger to the
wall outlet (wall socket).
Light on: Charging
Light off: Charge completed
• The CHARGE lamp turns off when
charging is finished.
• Time required to charge a fully
depleted battery pack at a temperature
of 25°C (77°F) is about 250 minutes.
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For the U.S.A and Canada
CHARGE lamp
For countries/regions other than the
U.S.A. and Canada
Power cord (mains lead)
Plug
CHARGE lamp
Notes
• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery back or
charging conditions.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10
to 30°C (50 to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack
outside of this temperature range.
• Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
• Do not try to charge the battery pack again right after it has been charged, or when it
has not been used after being charged. Doing so will affect the performance of the
battery pack.
• Do not charge any battery pack other than the “InfoLITHIUM” W series battery
pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera. Batteries other than the
specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a
risk of injury from electrocution and burns.
• When the CHARGE lamp flashes, this may indicate a battery error or that a battery
pack other than the specified type has been installed. Check that the battery pack is
the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack,
replace it with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates
correctly. If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may have
occurred.
• If the battery charger is dirty, charging may not be performed successfully. Clean the
battery charger with dry cloth, etc.
To use your camera abroad — Power sources
You can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PW20 AC
Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply
is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Note
• Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a
malfunction.
Preparing the camera
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Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)
1 While sliding the cover open
lever, open the cover.
2 Firmly insert the battery pack all
the way while pressing the lock
lever with the tip of the battery.
Lock lever
3 Insert a memory card.
• With the notched corner facing as
illustrated, insert the memory card until
it clicks into place.
4 Close the cover.
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Ensure the notched corner faces
correctly.
Available memory cards
• Only “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
media, SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards and SDXC memory
cards can be used with this camera. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used
with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all
memory cards functions.
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO-HG
Duo” media are referred to as the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and
the SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card are
referred to as the “SD card” in this Instruction Manual.
• For recording movies, it is recommended that you use following memory
cards.
– (Mark2) (“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
(Mark2))
– (“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media)
– SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card (Class 4 or
more)
• Images recorded on 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 SDXC memory cards.)
To remove the battery pack
Turn off the camera and slide the lock
lever in the direction of the arrow. Be
careful not to drop the battery pack.
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Lock lever
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To remove the memory card
Check that the access lamp is not lit, then
open the cover, and push the memory
card once.
Access lamp
To check the remaining battery level
Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed
on the screen.
“Battery
Battery level
High Low
exhausted.”
You cannot shoot
any more pictures.
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has
functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with
your camera. Using the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack, the remaining
battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating
conditions of your camera.
Notes on using the battery pack
• The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not waterresistant.
• Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or
under direct sunlight.
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Effective use of the battery pack
• Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So, the
time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places and the
speed of continuous shooting slows down. We recommend that you put
the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it
in your camera immediately before you start shooting.
• The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently, use
continuous shooting often, or turn the camera on and off frequently.
Battery life
• The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you
use it more and more, and as time passes. If the battery operating time
seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack
has reached the end of its life. Buy a new battery pack.
• The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating
conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used.
How to store the battery pack
If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, charge it and then fully
use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a
dry, cool place to prolong the battery life.
Notes on using memory cards
• Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
• Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:
– High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in
direct sunlight.
– Locations exposed to direct sunlight.
– Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present.
• The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time.
Be careful when you handle it.
• When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the
battery pack, or turn off the power. The data may be corrupted.
• Data may be damaged if you place the memory card near stronglymagnetized material or use the memory card in a static-prone or
electrically noisy environment.
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• We recommend backing up important data, such as to a hard disk of a
computer.
• When you carry or store the memory card, put it in the case supplied with
it.
• Do not expose the memory card to water.
• Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a
metal object.
• When the write-protect switch of a memory card is set to the LOCK
position, you cannot perform operations, such as recording or deleting
images.
• The memory cards formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to
operate with this camera. Be sure to format the memory cards using the
camera.
• Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the
memory cards and the equipment used.
• Do not press down hard when you write down on the memo area.
• Do not attach a label on the memory cards themselves.
• Do not disassemble or modify the memory cards.
• Do not leave the memory cards within the reach of small children. They
might accidentally swallow it.
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Notes on the “Memory Stick” media used with the camera
The types of “Memory Stick” media that can be used with this camera are
listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed
for all “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media functions.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
1*2*3
media*
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
1*2
media*
“Memory Stick Duo” media Unavailable with your camera
Available with your camera
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“Memory Stick” media and
“Memory Stick PRO” media
*1 This is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection
technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires
MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera.
*2 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface.
*3 When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those
marked with Mark2 can be used.
Unavailable with your camera
Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately)
• This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”).
“M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro” media.
• To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert
the “Memory Stick Micro” media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as of
Duo size. If you insert a “Memory Stick Micro” media into the camera
without an “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size, you might not be able
to remove it from the camera.
• Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” media within the reach of small
children. They might accidentally swallow it.
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Attaching a lens
1 Remove the body cap from the
camera and the packaging lid
from the rear of the lens.
• When changing the lens, quickly
change the lens away from dusty
locations so as to keep dust or debris
from getting inside the camera.
Packaging lid
2 Mount the lens by aligning the
orange index marks on the lens
and camera.
3 Turn the lens clockwise until it
clicks into the locked position.
• Be sure to put the lens on straight.
Notes
• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.
• Do not use force when attaching a lens.
• E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera.
• When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided, attach the lens onto the
tripod using the tripod socket provided to help balance the weight of the lens.
Body cap
Orange index marks
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To remove the lens
1 Press the lens release button all
the way in and turn the lens
counterclockwise until it stops.
Lens release button
2 Replace the packaging lid on the
lens and attach the body cap to
the camera.
• Before you attach them, remove dust
from them.
• A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT
18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. When
you store the lens without attaching it to
the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap
ALC-R55.
Note on changing the lens
When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands
on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may
appear on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from
landing on the image sensor. However, quickly change the lens away from
dusty locations when attaching/removing a lens.
If dust or debris lands on the image sensor
Clean the image sensor using [Cleaning Mode] in the Setup menu
(page 36).
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Preparing the camera
Setting up the date
When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen
appears.
1 Set the power switch to ON to turn
the camera on.
The screen used for setting date and time
appears.
• To turn the camera off, set it to OFF.
2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on
the LCD monitor, then press the
center of the control button.
3 Select your area with b/B on the control button, then press the
center of the control button.
4 Select each item with b/B and
set the numeric value with v/V.
[Daylight Svg.:]: Turns on or off the
daylight saving time setting.
[Date Format:]: Selects the format to
display date.
• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and
noon as 12:00 PM.
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5 Repeat step 4 to set other items, then press the center of the
control button.
6 Verify that [Enter] is selected, then press the center of the
control button.
To cancel the date/time setting operation
Press the MENU button.
To set up the date/time again
When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen
appears automatically. The next time, set up the date and time from the
menu.
MENU button t 1 t [Date/Time Setup]
To set up the area again
You can set the area where you are using the camera. This allows you to set
the local area when you use the camera abroad.
MENU button t 1 t [Area Setting]
Maintaining the date and time setting
This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date
and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or
the battery is installed or not. For details, see page 192.
Adjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment)
Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial
to your eyesight until the display
appears clearly in the viewfinder.
• Training the camera on a light allows you to
adjust the diopter easily.
Note
• The dioptic adjustment attachment (sold separately) cannot be used with this camera.
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Preparing the camera
Using the accessories supplied
This section describes how to use the shoulder strap and eyecup. The other
accessories are described in the following pages.
• Rechargeable battery pack (page 18)
• Battery charger (page 18)
• Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada)
(page 18)
• USB cable (page 165)
•CD-ROM (page161)
Attaching the shoulder strap
Attach both ends of the strap onto
the camera.
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