Sony Alpha 7R IV User Guide

Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

E-mount

Instruction Manual

“Help Guide” (Web manual)

Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.

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ILCE-7RM4

English

Check out the Help Guide!

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ILCE-7RM4 Help Guide

Instruction Manual

(this book)

This manual introduces some basic functions.

For the quick start guide, see “Startup guide” (page25). The “Startup guide” introduces the initial procedures from when you open the package until you release the shutter for the first shot.

In-Camera Guide

The [In-Camera Guide] shows explanations of the menu items on the monitor of the camera.

You can quickly pull up information during shooting. Select an item for which you want to view a description, and then press the

(Delete) button.

Table of contents

Check out the Help Guide! ....................................................... 2

Notes on using your camera....................................................6

Preparations for shooting

Checking the camera and the supplied items ........................9

Identifying parts

Front side Rear side Top side Sides

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Bottom

Basic operations

Startup guide

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Using the control wheel Using the multi-selector Using the Fn (Function) button (Function menu) How to use the Quick Navi screen

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Step 1: Charging the battery pack Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera Step 3: Inserting a memory card Step 4: Attaching a lens Step 5: Setting the language and the clock Step 6: Shooting images in auto mode

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Shooting

Focusing ................................................................................. 35

Focus Mode

Auto focus

Manual Focus

Continuous shooting Using touch function

Selecting a still image size/image quality

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Focus Area

......................................................................... 40

Direct manual focus (DMF)

Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Focus Touch Tracking

File Format .............................................................. 48

JPEG Quality ............................................................48

JPEG Image Size .....................................................49

APS-C/Super 35mm

Shooting movies

Changing settings for movie recording ..................................51

File Format................................................................51

Record Setting ......................................................... 52

Using network functions

Using the Wi-Fi/One-touch (NFC)/Bluetooth functions ....... 55

Installing Imaging Edge Mobile Recording location information to captured

images

Transferring images to the FTP server

Connecting the camera to a wireless access point

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Using a computer

Connecting the camera to a computer ................................. 58

Connecting to a computer Disconnecting the camera from the computer

Introduction to computer software

Imaging Edge PlayMemories Home

MENU items/List of icons

Using MENU items ..................................................................61

List of MENU items

(Camera Settings 1) ................................................ 62

(Camera Settings 2) ............................................... 68

(Network) ..................................................................72

(Playback) ................................................................73

(Setup) .................................................................... 75

(My Menu) ............................................................... 78

List of icons on the monitor

Icons on the shooting screen Icons on the playback screen

About this product

Specifications ......................................................................... 86

Battery life and number of recordable images............86

Memory cards that can be used Number of recordable images

Recordable movie times...............................................89

Specifications

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Index ..................................................................... 96

For details on the Wi-Fi functions and NFC One-touch functions, refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2).

Notes on using your camera

Along with this section, also see “Precautions” in the Help Guide.

Notes on handling the product

• This camera is designed to be dust resistant and splash resistant, but it is not guaranteed to completely prevent the ingress of dust or water droplets.

• 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 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.

• 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 dots are normal due to the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in any way.

• 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.

• 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 low-temperature 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 the

[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.

On the data specifications described in this manual

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.

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.

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.

Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others

When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to perform the following operation to protect private information.

• [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. When 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.

Note on network functions

When you use network functions, unintended third parties on the network may access the camera, depending on the usage environment. For example, unauthorized access to the camera may occur in network environments to which another network device is connected or can connect without permission. Sony bears no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by connecting to such network environments.

Note on the 5 GHz band for wireless LAN

When using the wireless LAN function outdoors, set the band to 2.4 GHz by following the procedure below. (WW716189 only)

• MENU  (Network) 

[Wi-Fi Settings]

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 1-800-222-SONY (7669).

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WW716189 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics

Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San

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.

Inc.

Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

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  [Certification Logo].

(Setup) 

Preparations for shooting

Checking the camera and the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

• Camera (1)

• Battery charger (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 page 8.

• Rechargeable battery pack

NP-FZ100 (1)

• USB Type-C™ cable (1)

• Shoulder strap (1)

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

• Cable protector (1)

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

• Eyepiece cup (1) (Attached to the camera)

• Instruction Manual (1) (this manual)

• Reference Guide (1)

Preparations for shooting

Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details.

Front side



ON/OFF (Power) switch

(32)/Shutter button (33)



Front dial

You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.



Infrared remote sensor



Lens release button (31)



Microphone

Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.



AF illuminator (64)/Self-

timer lamp

When the lens is removed



Mounting index (30)



Image sensor*



Mount



Lens contacts*

* Do not directly touch these parts.

Rear side

Preparations for shooting



Eyepiece cup

To remove the eyepiece cup

Push the grips at the bottom of the eyepiece cup to the left and right and lift up the cup.

Remove the eyepiece cup when attaching an angle finder (sold separately). Also, select MENU 

(Camera Settings 2) 

[FINDER/MONITOR], and then switch to [Viewfinder (Manual)] or [Monitor (Manual)].



Viewfinder



C3 button (Custom button 3)

(71)/ (Protect) button



MENU button (61)



Monitor

(For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) (44)

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



Eye sensor



Diopter-adjustment dial

Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is hard to operate the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup before operating the dial.



MOVIE (Movie) button (34)



For shooting: AF-ON (AF On)

button For viewing:

(Enlarge Image)

button



For shooting: AEL button

For viewing: (Image Index) button



Multi-selector (20)



For shooting: Fn (Function)

button (20, 71) For viewing:

(Send to Smartphone)

button

You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button.



Control wheel (19)



Access lamp



For shooting: C4 button

(Custom button 4) (71) For viewing:

(Delete) button

(34)



(Playback) button (34)

Top side

Preparations for shooting



Mode dial (34)

The mode dial is unlocked while you hold down the unlock button at the center.



Rear dial

You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.



Exposure compensation dial

Pressing the lock button at the center switches the exposure compensation dial between the locked and unlocked status. The dial is unlocked when the lock button is popped up and the white line is visible.



C1 button (Custom button 1)

(71)



C2 button (Custom button 2)

(71)



Multi Interface Shoe*

Some accessories may not go in all the way and protrude backward from the Multi interface shoe. However, when the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed.



Image sensor position

mark

• The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The

mark shows the location

of the image sensor. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line.

• If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera.

* For details on compatible

accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’ accessories are not guaranteed.

Sides

Preparations for shooting



(Flash sync) terminal



Speaker



(Microphone) jack

When an external microphone is connected, the builtin microphone turns off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.



(Headphones) jack



HDMI micro jack



USB Type-C terminal (16,

58)



Multi/Micro USB Terminal*

(16, 58)

This terminal supports Micro USB-compatible devices.



Charge lamp



Hooks for shoulder strap

Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.



(N-Mark) (55)

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

• NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology.



SLOT 1 (Memory card slot 1)

(27)

Supports SD cards only (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II)



SLOT 2 (Memory card slot 2)

(29)

Supports SD cards only (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II)

* For details on compatible

accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Notes on USB terminals

You can use either the USB Type-C terminal or the Multi/ Micro USB Terminal for supplying power, charging the battery, and USB communications. However, you cannot conduct these operations with both terminals simultaneously.

• The battery charging time does not change according to the terminal you use.

• You can use accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, such as a remote commander (sold separately), while supplying power or performing PC Remote shooting using the USB Type-C terminal.

Notes on the cable protector

Use the cable protector to prevent a cable from being disconnected when shooting images with the cable connected.

To attach the cable protector

 Open both of the jack covers on the monitor side.  Fit the two hooks on the rear side

of the cable protector into the two notches to the left of the USB Type-C terminal and Multi/Micro USB Terminal, and then align the cable protector with the terminal part of the camera.

Push the attachment screw in and



turn it to secure the cable protector.

 Insert the cable into one of the jacks. 

Insert the cable into the holding part

and then secure the cable with the fixing dial.

To remove the cable protector

Loosen the attachment screw, and then remove the cable protector.

Hooks

Attachment screw

Notches

Fixing dial

Preparations for shooting

Bottom



Lock lever (26)



Battery insertion slot (26)



Battery cover (26)

When attaching an accessory such as a vertical grip (sold separately), remove the battery cover.

To remove the battery cover

Pull the battery cover release lever in the direction of the arrow, and then remove the battery cover.

Battery cover release lever

To attach the battery cover

Insert the shaft on one side of the battery cover into the attachment site, and then push in the battery cover by attaching the shaft on the opposite side.



Tripod 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.

Basic operations

Using the control wheel

• You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel.

• The DISP (Display Setting), / (Drive Mode), and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the top/left/right side of the control wheel. In addition, you can assign selected functions to the left/right/bottom side and the center of the control wheel, and to the rotation of the control wheel.

• During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel.

Preparations for shooting

Using the multi-selector

• Put your finger right on top of the multi-selector to manipulate it more precisely.

• When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Zone], [Tracking: Flexible Spot], or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.

• The [Focus Standard] function is assigned to the center of the multiselector in the default settings.

Using the Fn (Function) button (Function menu)

The Function menu is a menu of 12functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu.

Hint

• You can separately register 12 functions for still image shooting and

12functions for movie shooting to the Function menu.

• You can recall functions more quickly by using the custom key function

(page71) to assign frequently used functions to desired keys, along with the function menu.

Press the DISP on the control wheel repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder], and then press the Fn (Function) button.

Fn button

Select the desired function by pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel.

Select the desired setting by turning the front dial, and press the center of the control wheel.

• Some functions can be fine-tuned using the rear dial.

To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens

Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings.

Preparations for shooting

Operation guide

To change the functions in the function menu (Function Menu Set.)

The following is the procedure for changing [Drive Mode] in the function menu for still images to [Grid Line].

• To change the function menu for movie shooting, select an item that you want to change from the function menu for movie shooting in



step

 MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Function Menu Set.].

Select (Drive Mode) from among the 12 functions for



still image shooting in the function menu using the top/ bottom/left/right side of the control wheel, and then press the center.

Press the left/right side of the control wheel until



[Grid Line] is displayed. Select [Grid Line], and then press the center.

• (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu.

How to use the Quick Navi screen

The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly.

Select MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [DISP Button]  [Monitor].

Place a mark on [For viewfinder] and then select [Enter].

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

Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen.

• The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays.

Auto mode

P/A/S/M mode

Select a function to set by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel.

Select the desired setting by turning the front dial.

• Some functions can be fine-tuned using the rear dial.

Preparations for shooting

To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens

Select the desired function in step 5, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings.

Operation guide

Note

• Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable.

• When using functions such as [Creative Style] or [Picture Profile], some settings can only be controlled from the dedicated screen.

Startup guide

Step 1: Charging the battery pack

Insert the battery pack into the battery charger.

• Place the battery pack on the battery charger in the direction of the .

• Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as far as it will go.

Preparations for shooting

Connect the power cord

CHARGE lamp

(supplied) to the battery charger, and connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).

The CHARGE lamp on the battery charger will light up in orange and charging will start.

CHARGE lamp (orange)

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

• When charging is finished, the CHARGE lamp and all indicators turn off.

• Charging time (full charge): approximately 150min. (when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F))

• When you use a completely new battery pack or a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack and then re-insert it to recharge.

• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs.

To a wall outlet (wall socket)

Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera

Open the battery cover.

Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place.

Close the cover.

Lock lever

To charge the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera

Turn the camera off and connect it to a device such as a computer using the USB cable. If you turn on the camera, power will be supplied from the computer or the device that you connected, and you will be able to operate the camera. However, the battery pack will not charge. Use the USB Type-C cable (supplied) or a USB-standard cable.

To remove the battery pack

Make sure that the access lamp (page 12) is not lit, and turn off the camera. Then, slide the lock lever and remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

Lock lever

Step 3: Inserting a memory card

For details on memory cards that can be used with this camera, refer to page 86.

Open the memory card cover.

Preparations for shooting

Insert the SD card into the slot 1.

• Both the slot 1 (upper) and the slot2 (lower) only support SD memory cards (compatible with UHS-II).

• This camera does not support Memory Stick media.

• Insert the memory card with the terminal side facing toward you, until it clicks into place.

• You can change which memory card slot to use by selecting MENU 

(Setup)  [Rec. Media Settings]  [Prioritize Rec. Media].

The slot 1 is used in the default settings.

Close the cover.

Hint

• When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card (page 77).

Slot 1 Slot 2

To remove the memory card

Make sure that the access lamp (page12) is not lit, and then push in the memory card once to remove it.

Access lamp

To record to memory cards in two slots

The slot 1 is used in the default settings. If you do not intend to change the settings and will only use one memory card, use the slot 1. By inserting another memory card into the slot 2, you can record the same images to two memory cards simultaneously or record a different type of image (still images/movies) to each memory card ([Recording Mode] under [Rec. Media Settings]) (page

77).

Step 4: Attaching a lens

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

• When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free environment to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.

• It is recommended that you attach the front lens cap when you have done shooting.

Front lens cap

Body cap

Rear lens cap

Preparations for shooting

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

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

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.

Note

• Be sure to hold the lens straight and do not use force when attaching a lens.

• Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens.

• The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor.

• If you want to shoot full-frame images, use a full-frame size compatible lens.

• When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly.

• Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment.

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