SONY Alpha A7 III ILCE-7M3 Body User guide

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Notes on using your camera

Along with this section, also see

“Precautions” in the Help Guide (page

2).

Screen language

You can select the language displayed on the screen using the menu (page

70).

Notes on handling the product

• This camera is designed to be dust- and

moisture-resistant, but is not waterproof or dust-proof.

• When using the power zoom lens, be

careful not to get your fingers or any other objects caught in the lens.

• Always attach the lens front cap or

body cap when you are not using the camera. To prevent dust or debris from getting inside the camera, remove dust from the body cap before attaching it to the camera.

• Do not leave the lens or the viewfinder

exposed to a strong light source such as

sunlight. Because of the lens’s

condensing function, doing so may cause smoke, fire, or a malfunction inside the camera body or the lens. If you have to leave the camera exposed to a light source such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the lens.

• When you shoot with backlighting,

keep the sun sufficiently far away from

the angle of view. Otherwise, the sunlight may enter the focus inside the camera and cause smoke or fire. Even if the sun is slightly away from the angle of view, it may still cause smoke or fire.

• Do not directly expose the lens to beams

such as laser beams. That may damage the image sensor and cause the camera to

malfunction.

• Do not look at sunlight or a strong light

source through the lens when it is detached. This may result in unrecoverable damage to the eyes or cause a malfunction.

• Do not leave the camera, the supplied

accessories, or memory cards within the reach of infants. They may be accidentally swallowed. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.

Notes on the monitor and

electronic viewfinder

• The monitor and electronic viewfinder are

manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, and over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some small black dots and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the monitor and electronic viewfinder. These are imperfections due to the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded images in any way.

• The image may be slightly distorted near the

corners of the viewfinder. This is not a

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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 shoo ting 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. In case you may feel uncomfortable, refrain from using the viewfinder until your condition recovers, and consult your doctor as necessary.

• If the monit or 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

• 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.

• When the t emperature 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.

• Under high ambient t emperatures, the

temperature of the camera rises quickly.

• Camer a body and battery may get

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.

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–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 Pwr OFF Temp.] set to [High].

• Espe cially during 4K movie

shooting, the recording time may be shorter under low temperature conditions. Warm up the battery pack or replace it with a new battery.

Notes on recording/playback

• Before you start recording, make a

trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.

• The recorded image may be different

from the image you monitored before recording.

• Do not use the camera in areas where

strong radio waves or radiation are being emitted. Recording and playback may not function correctly.

• Playback of images r

ecorded with your product on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your product are not guaranteed.

• Sony can provide no guarantees in

the event of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded images or audio data due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We

recommend backing up important data.

• Once you format the memory card, all the

data recorded on the memory card will be deleted and cannot be restored. Before formatting, copy the data to a computer or other device.

Notes on the Multi Interface Shoe

• When attaching or detaching accessories

such as an external flash to the Multi Interface Shoe, first turn the power to OFF. When attaching the accessory, confirm that it is firmly fastened to the camera.

• Do not use the Multi Interface Shoe with a

commercially available flash that applies voltages of 250 V or more or has the opposite polarity of the camera. It may cause a malfunction.

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

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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 [ Loc. 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.

• Select [Setting Reset] [Initialize].

Notes on discarding or transferring a memory card to

others

Executing [Format] or [Delete] on

the camera or a computer may not completely delete the data on the memory card. 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.

Notes on wireless LAN

If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony

bears no responsibility for the loss or

damage caused by illegal access or use of the registered access point on the camera.

Notes on security when using

wireless LAN products

• Always make sure that you are using a

secure wireless LAN to avoid hacking, access by malicious third parties, or other vulnerabilities.

• It is important that you set the

security settings when using a wireless LAN.

• If a se curity problem arises

because no security precautions are in place or due to any inevitable circumstances when using a wireless LAN, Sony bears no responsibility for the loss or damage.

How to turn off wireless network

functions (Wi-Fi, etc.) temporarily

When you board an airplane, etc., you

can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily using [Airplane Mode].

Power Cord

For the customers in the UK, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia Use the power cord (A). For safety reasons, the power cord (B) is not intended for above countries/regions and shall therefore not be used there. For the customers in other EU countries/regions Use the power cord (B).

(A) (B)

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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).

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WW541200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego,

CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone Number: 858-942-2230

This device complies with part 15 of

the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Notes on this manual

This manual covers several models

supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions.

Model name

Lens

ILCE-7M3

Not supplied

ILCE-7M3K

FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS

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

Checking the camera and the supplied items

First check the model name of your camera (page 7). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates

the number of pieces.

Supplied with all models

• Camera (1)

• AC Adaptor (1)

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

• Power cord (mains lead) (1)*

(supplied in some countries/ regions)

* Multiple power cords may be supplied

with your camera. Use the appropriate

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one that matches your country/region. See page 7.

• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100

(1)

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

• Eyepiece cup (1) (Attached to the

camera)

• Instruction Manual (1) (this manual)

• Reference Guide (1)

ILCE-7M3K

• Zoom lens FE 28-70 mm F3.55.6 OSS

(1) (including a front lens cap and a rear lens cap)

• Lens hood (1)

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Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details.

Front side

mode.

Remote sensor Lens release button (27)

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(built-in) (49)

Microphone

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

AF illuminator (59)/Selftimer lamp Mounting index (26) Image sensor*

Mount

Lens contacts*

* Do not directly touch these parts.

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Rear side

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)

(65)/ (Protect) button MENU button (56) Monitor

(For touch operation:

Touch panel/Touch pad)

(40) You can adjust the

monitor to an easily

viewable angle and shoot

from any position.

Eye sensor

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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 diopteradjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup before operating the dial.

MOVIE (Movie) button (30) For shooting: AF-ON (AF On) button

For viewing: (Enlarge Image) button

Rear dial

You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.

For shooting: AEL button For

viewing: (Image Index) button Multi-selector (18) Media slot cover switch For shooting: Fn (Function)

button (18, 65) For viewing:

(Send to Smartphone) button

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

Control wheel (17) Access lamp For shooting: C4 button (Custom

button 4) (65) For viewing: (Delete) button

(30)

(Playback) button (30)

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Top side/Side view

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sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera.

Speaker

(Microphone) jack When an

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

(Headphones) jack HDMI micro jack USB Type-C™ terminal (14,

52) Charge lamp Multi/Micro USB Terminal*

(14, 52)

This terminal supports Micro USB-compatible devices.

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.

Mode dial (30) C2 button (Custom button 2)

(65) C1 button (Custom button 1) (65) Exposure compensation dial

Hooks for shoulder strap Attach

both ends of the strap onto the camera.

• This mark indicates the touch

point for connecting the camera and an NFC-enabled Smartphone.

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• NFC (Near Field Communication)

is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology.

SLOT 1 (Memory card slot 1) (24)

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

SLOT 2 (Memory card slot 2)

(25)

Supports SD cards

(compatible with UHS-I) and Memory Stick PRO Duo media

* 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. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with

other manufactures’ accessories are

not guaranteed.

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 ba ttery charging time does

not change according to the terminal you use.

• Y ou 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.

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Bottom

Battery cover (22) 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.

Battery cover release lever

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Lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (Supplied with ILCE-7M3K)

Zoom ring Focal-length scale Focal-length index Lens contacts

Do not touch this part directly.

Mount index

Basic operations

Using the control wheel

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• 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.

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], or

[Expand Flexible Spot], you can move the focus area by pressing the multi-selector up/down/left/right.

• The [F ocus Standard] function is assigned to the center of the multiselector in the

default settings.

Using the Fn (Function) button

You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (function) button and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button.

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2 Select the desired function by pressing the top/bottom/left/

right side of the control wheel.

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.

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1 Select MENU (Camera Settings 2) [DISP Button] [Monitor]. 2 Place a mark on [For viewfinder] and then select

[Enter]. 3 Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to [For viewfinder].

4 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.

To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens

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5 Select a function to set by pressing the top/bottom/left/right

side of the control wheel.

6 Select the desired setting by turning the front dial.

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

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

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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. GB

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Startup guide

Step 1: Inserting the battery pack into the camera

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Step 2: Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in

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the camera

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

• Charging time (full charge): approximately 285 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. If this happens, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge.

• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs and AC Adaptors (supplied).

• Use the USB cable (supplied) or a USB-standard cable.

• The charging time will be the same if you use a USB Type-C cable.

Step 3: Inserting a memory card

For details on memory cards that can be used with this camera, refer to page 81.

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Slot 2 (upper): Supports SD cards

(compatible with UHS-I) and

Slot 2 Slot 1

Memory Stick PRO Duo media

• With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until

it clicks into place.

• Y ou 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.

• Use the slo t 1 when you are only using one SD card.

• Use the slo t 2 when you are using Memory Stick media. In this case, set

[Prioritize Rec. Media] to [Slot 2].

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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

71).

Note

• Do not insert a Memory Stick media into the slot 1. It may

cause a malfunction.

To remove the memory card

Open the memory card cover. Make sure that the access lamp (page 11) is not lit, and then push in the memory card once to remove it.

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 71).

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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.

To remove the lens

Keep pressing the lens release button and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops.

Lens release button

Compatible lenses

Lenses compatible with this camera are as follows:

Lens

Compatibility with the camera

A-mount lens

Lens compatible with 35 mm fullframe format

(An optional Mount Adaptor

(sold separately) compatible with full-

frame format is required)

APS-C size dedicated lens

* (An optional Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required)

E-mount lens

Lens compatible with 35 mm fullframe format

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APS-C size dedicated lens

* Images will be recorded in APS-C size. The angle of view will correspond to approximately

1.5 times the focal length indicated on the lens. (For example, the angle of view will correspond to 75 mm when a 50 mm-lens is attached.)

Step 5: Setting the language and the clock

3 Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press

the center.

4 Select the desired geographic location and then press the center.

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5 Select [Date/Time] using the top/bottom of the control wheel or

by turning the control wheel, and then press the center.

6 Select the desired item by pressing the top/bottom/left/right

side of the control wheel, and then press the center.

7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set other items, then select [Enter] and

press the center.

Hint

• To reset the date and time setting, use MENU (page 71).

Note

• This camera does not have a function for inserting the date into images. You can

insert the date into images and then save and print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).

Step 6: Shooting images in auto mode

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2 Look into the viewfinder or the monitor and hold the camera. 3 Set the size of the subject by rotating the zoom ring of the lens

when a zoom lens is attached.

4 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

• When the image is in focus, an indicator (such as ) will light

up. 5 Press the shutter button all the way down.

To shoot movies

Press the MOVIE button to start/stop recording.

To play back images

Press the (Playback) button to play back images. You can select the desired image using the control wheel.

To delete displayed image

Press the (Delete) button while an image is displayed to delete it. Select [Delete] using the control wheel on the confirmation screen, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the image.

To shoot images in various shooting modes

Set the mode dial to the desired mode depending on the subject or the functions you want to use.

Focusing

Focus Mode

Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject.

MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Focus Mode] desired setting.

(Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is GB

complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.

(Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched

according to the movement of the subject. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the product locks the focus when it determines that the subject is motionless, or continues to focus when the subject is in motion. During continuous shooting, the product automatically shoots with Continuous AF from the second shot.

(Continuous AF): The product continues to focus while the shutter button

is pressed and held halfway down. Use this when the subject is in motion. In [Continuous AF] mode, there is no beep when the camera focuses.

(DMF): You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto

focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting.

(Manual Focus): Adjusts the focus manually. If you cannot focus on the

intended subject using auto focus, use manual focus.

Focus indicator

(lit): The subject is in focus and the focus is locked. (flashing): The subject is not in focus.

(lit): The subject is in focus. The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movements of the subject. (lit): Focusing is in progress.

Subjects on which it is difficult to focus using auto

focus

• Dark and distant subjects

• Subjects with poor contrast

• Subjects seen through glass

• Fast-moving subjects

• Reflective light or shiny surfaces

• Flashing light

• Back -lit subjects

• Continuously repetitive patterns, such as the facades of buildings

• Subje cts in the focusing area with different focal distances

Hint

• In [Continuous AF] mode, you can lock the focus by pressing and holding the button

that has been assigned the [Focus Hold] function (page 65).

• When you set the focus to infinity in the manual focus mode or the direct manual focus

mode, make sure that the focus is on a sufficiently distant subject by checking the monitor or the viewfinder.

Note

• [Automatic AF] is available only when you are using a lens that supports phase

detection AF.

• When [C ontinuous AF] or [Automatic AF] is set, the angle of view may change little by

little while focusing. This does not affect the actual recorded images.

• Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when

the mode dial is set to .

Auto focus

Focus Area

Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode.

MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Focus Area] desired setting.

Wide: Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen

automatically. When you press the shutter button halfway down in the

still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the

area that is in focus.

Zone: Select a zone on the monitor on which to focus, and the product will automatically select a focus area.

Center: Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. Use together with the focus-lock function to create the composition you want.

Flexible Spot: Allows you to move the focusing frame to a desired point on

the screen and focus on an extremely small subject in a narrow area. Expand Flexible Spot: If the product cannot focus on a single selected point,

it uses focus points around the flexible spot as a secondary priority area for focusing.

Lock-on AF: When the

shutter button is pressed and held halfway down, the product tracks the subject within the selected autofocus area. This setting is available only when the [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. Point the cursor at [Lockon AF] on the [Focus Area] setting screen, and then adjust the desired area to start tracking using the left/right sides of the control wheel. You can also move the tracking start area to the desired point by designating the area as a zone, flexible spot or expand flexible spot.

Examples of the focusing frame display

The focusing frame differs as follows.

• When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch

between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation.

• When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor

(LA-EA1 or LA-EA3) (sold separately) and [ AF System] is set to [Phase Detection AF], the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area” may be displayed.

When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor

• When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [Focus Area]

setting is disabled and the focusing frame is shown by the dotted line. The AF operates with priority on and around the center area.

To move the focus area

• You can move the focus area in [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], or

[Zone] by operating the multi-selector. If you assign [Focus Standard] to the center of the multi-selector beforehand, you can move the focusing frame back to the center of the monitor by pressing the center of the multi-selector.

• You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the

monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand (page 40).

Hint

• In the default settings, [Focus Area] is assigned to the C2 button.

Note

• [Focus Area] is locked to [Wide] in the following situations: GB

–[Intelligent Auto]

–[Sc ene Selection]

• The f ocus area may not light up during continuous shooting or when the shutter

button is pressed all the way down at once.

• When the mode dial is se t to (Movie) or , or during movie

shooting, [Lock-on AF] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area].

Manual Focus

When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually.

1 MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Focus

Mode] [Manual Focus].

2 Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp

focus.

• When you rotate the focusing ring,

the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached.

3 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

Note

• When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on

the viewfinder (page 11).

Direct manual focus (DMF)

You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting.

1 MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Focus Mode]

[DMF].

2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus

automatically.

3 Keep the shutter button

pressed halfway down, and GB then rotate the

focusing ring to achieve a sharper focus.

• When you rotate the focusing

ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached.

4 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

Continuous shooting

Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.

1 Select / (Drive Mode) on the control wheel [Cont.

Shooting].

• You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Drive Mode].

2 Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the

control wheel.

Continuous Shooting: Hi+: Images are shot continuously at the maximum

speed while you press and hold down the shutter button.

Continuous Shooting: Hi / Continuous Shooting: Mid /

Continuous Shooting: Lo: Subjects are easier to track because the

subject is displayed in real-time on the monitor or viewfinder during shooting.

Hint

• To continuously adjust the focus and exposure during continuous shooting, set as follows:

–[Focus Mode]: [Continuous AF]

–[ AEL w/ shutter]: [Off] or [Auto]

Note

• The shooting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower when [ RAW File Type] is set to [Uncompressed].

• The shoo ting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower when [e-Front Curtain Shut.] is set to [Off] in [Continuous Shooting: Hi], [Continuous Shooting: Mid] or [Continuous Shooting: Lo] mode.

• When the F-value is greater than F11 in [Continuous Shooting: Hi+], [Continuous Shooting: Hi] or [Continuous Shooting: Mid] mode, the focus is locked to the setting in the first shot.

• The subject is not displayed in real-time on the monitor or viewfinder when shooting in [Continuous Shooting: Hi+] mode.

• Continuous shooting is unavailable in the following situations:

–The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and a scene other than [Sports

Action] is selected.

–[Picture Effect] is set to [Rich-tone Mono.]. GB

–[DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR].

Displaying continuous shooting remaining time

indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length)

Sets whether to display an indicator of the remaining time for which continuous shooting can be performed at the same shooting speed.

MENU (Camera Settings 2) [Cont. Shoot. Length] desired setting.

Always Display: Always displays the

indicator when the drive mode is set to [Cont. Shooting].

Shoot.-Only Display: Displays the indicator only while

continuous shooting is performed.

Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator.

Hint

• When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed

and the continuous shooting speed will decrease.

Using touch function

Touch Operation

Sets whether to activate or not the touch operation of the monitor.

Touch operations when shooting with the monitor are referred to as “touch panel operations,” and touch operations when shooting with the viewfinder are referred to as “touch pad operations.”

MENU (Setup) [Touch Operation] desired setting.

On: Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation.

Touch Panel/Pad

Selects whether to activate touch panel operation when shooting with the monitor, or touch pad operation when shooting with the viewfinder.

MENU (Setup) [Touch Panel/Pad] desired setting.

Touch Panel+Pad: Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with

the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder.

Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with

the monitor.

Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the

viewfinder.

Touch Focus

You can select a subject on which to focus using touch operations in the still image and movie recording modes.

MENU (Setup) [Touch Operation] [On].

Specifying the position where you want to focus in

the still image mode

You can focus on the desired position by touching the monitor.

Select a [Focus Area] other than [Flexible Spot] or GB [Expand

Flexible Spot].

MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Center Lock-on AF]

[Off].

Touch the monitor.

• When shooting with the monitor, touch the subject to focus.

• When shooting with the viewfinder, you can move the position of the

focus by touching and dragging on the monitor while looking through the viewfinder.

• When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the camera focuses on

the focusing frame. Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot images.

• To cancel focusing with touch operations, touch or press the

center of the control wheel if shooting with the monitor, and press the center of the control wheel if shooting with the viewfinder.

Specifying the position where you want to focus in the

movie recording mode (spot focus)

The camera will focus on the touched subject. Spot focus is not available when shooting with the viewfinder.

Select a [Focus Area] other than [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible

Spot].

MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Center Lock-on AF]

[Off].

Touch the subject on which you want to focus before or during

recording.

• When you touch the subject, the focus mode temporarily switches to

manual focus and the focus can be adjusted using the focus ring.

• To cancel spot focus, touch or press the center of the control wheel.

Hint

• In addition to the touch focus function, touch operations such as the following are also

available.

–When [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], the focusing

frame can be moved using touch operations.

–When the [F ocus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus], the focus magnifier can

be used by double-tapping the monitor.

Note

• The touch focus function is not available in the following situations:

–When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. –When using the digital zoom –When using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4

–When using the LA-EA1 or LA-EA3, and the shooting mode is set to [Movie]

Selecting a still image size/image quality

The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded.

JPEG Quality

Selects the JPEG image quality when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [JPEG].

MENU (Camera Settings 1) [ JPEG Quality] desired setting.

Extra fine/Fine/Standard: Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to

[Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower.

RAW: Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to

process images on a computer for professional purposes.

RAW & JPEG: A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time. This is

suitable when you need two image files, a JPEG for viewing, and a RAW for editing.

JPEG: The image is recorded in the JPEG format.

Changing settings for movie recording

File Format

Selects the movie file format.

MENU (Camera Settings 2) [ File Format] desired setting.

File Format

Characteristics

XAVC S 4K

Records movies in 4K resolution (3840×2160).

You can save movies on a computer using the PlayMemories Home software.

XAVC S HD

Records movies in crisper quality than AVCHD with larger amounts of data.

You can save movies on a computer using the PlayMemories Home software.

AVCHD

The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers.

You can save movies on a computer or create a disc that supports this format using the PlayMemories Home software.

For details on memory cards that can be used for these formats, refer to page 81.

• When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to

approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically.

• Images will not appear on the monitor of the camera if you record movies while the

camera is connected to an HDMI device with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K].

Record Setting

Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording.

MENU (Camera Settings 2) [ Record Setting] desired setting.

• The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.

• For estimates of the maximum recordable movie time with each recording

setting, refer to page 84.

When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]

Record Setting

Bit-rate

Description

30p 100M/25p 100M

Approx. 100 Mbps

Records movies in 3840×2160 (30p/25p).

Note

30p 60M/25p 60M

Approx. 60 Mbps

Records movies in 3840×2160 (30p/25p).

24p 100M*

Approx. 100 Mbps

Records movies in 3840×2160 (24p).

24p 60M*

Approx. 60 Mbps

Records movies in 3840×2160 (24p).

* Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC

When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]

Note

Record Setting

Bit-rate

Description

60p 50M/50p 50M

Approx. 50 Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p).

60p 25M/50p 25M

Approx. 25 Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p).

30p 50M/25p 50M

Approx. 50 Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).

30p 16M/25p 16M

Approx. 16 Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).

24p 50M*

Approx. 50 Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (24p).

120p 100M/100p 100M

Approx. 100 Mbps

Records high-speed movies in 1920×1080 (120p/100p). You can record movies in 120 fps or 100 fps.

• Y ou can create smoother slow-motion movies by using compatible editing devices.

120p 60M/100p 60M

Approx. 60 Mbps

Records high-speed movies in 1920×1080 (120p/100p). You can record movies in 120 fps or 100 fps.

• Y ou can create smoother slow-motion movies by using compatible editing devices.

* Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC

When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD]

Record Setting

Bit-rate

Description

60i 24M (FX)/ 50i 24M (FX)

24 Mbps at maximum

Records movies in 1920×1080 (60i/50i).

60i 17M (FH)/ 50i 17M (FH)

Approx. 17 Mbps on average

Records movies in 1920×1080 (60i/50i).

• Creating an AVCHD recording disc from movies that were recorded with [60i 24M

(FX)]/[50i 24M (FX)] as the [ Record Setting] takes a long time because the image quality of movies is converted. If you want to store movies without converting them, use a Blu-ray Disc.

• [120p]/[100p] cannot be selected for the following settings.

Note

–[Intelligent Auto] –[Scene Selection]

• In full-frame shooting, the angle of view will be narrower under the following

conditions:

–When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [30p]

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

You can perform the following operations using the camera’s Wi-Fi, NFC Onetouch, and Bluetooth functions.

• Saving images to a computer

• Transferring images from the camera to a smartphone

• Using a smartphone as a remote control for the camera

• Viewing still images on a TV

• Recording location information from a smartphone to images GB

• Transferring images to the FTP server For details, refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2).

Installing PlayMemories Mobile

PlayMemories Mobile is required to connect the camera and a smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/).

Note

• To use the camera’s NFC One-touch function, an NFC-enabled Android smartphone or

tablet is required.

• The Wi-Fi functions introduced in this manual are not guaranteed to operate on all

smartphones or tablets.

• The Wi-Fi functions of this camera are not available when connected to a public

wireless LAN.

• Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays

are subject to change without notice.

Recording location information to captured images

By using PlayMemories Mobile, you can obtain location information from a connected smartphone (via Bluetooth communication) and record it to captured images.

Transferring images to the FTP server

You can use the camera’s Wi-Fi function to transfer images to the FTP server. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” http://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/

• Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required.

Connecting the camera to a wireless access point

Connect the camera to your wireless access point. Before starting the procedure, make sure you have the SSID (name of the access point) and password of your wireless access point with you.

1 MENU

(Network) [Wi-Fi Settings]

[Access Point Set.].

2 Use the control wheel to select the access point to which you

want to connect. Press the center of the control wheel and enter

the password for the wireless access point, then

select [OK].

Note

• If a connection is not established, see the wireless access point operating instructions

or contact the administrator of the access point.

To save images to a computer, install PlayMemories Home on your computer. PlayMemories Home http://www.sony.net/pm/

Connecting the camera to a computer

Connecting to a computer

1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. 2 Turn on the camera and the computer. 3 Check that [USB Connection] under

(Setup) is set to

[Mass Storage].

4 Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable.

• When you connect the camera to the computer for the

first time, the procedure To a USB for recognizing the camera terminal may start automatically on

To the Multi/Micro the computer. Wait until the

USB Terminal procedure is

finished.

• If you c onnect the camera to USB cable

your computer using the USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On], power is supplied from your computer. (Default setting: [On])

• Use a USB 3.1-compatible computer and the USB Type-

C cable (sold separately) for higher-speed communications.

Disconnecting the camera from the computer

Perform steps 1 and 2 below before performing the following operations:

Using a computer

• Disconnecting the USB cable.

• On Mac computers, drag and drop the memory card icon or the drive icon into the “Trash”

icon. The camera will be disconnected from the computer.

• On Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In that case,

you can skip the steps above.

• Do not remove the USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be

damaged.

Introduction to computer software

We offer the following computer software to enhance your enjoyment of photos/movies. Access one of the following URLs using your Internet browser and then download the software by following the onscreen instructions. If one of these software is already installed on your computer, update it to the latest version before use.

Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/

You can check the recommended operating environment for the software from the following URL:

http://www.sony.net/pcenv/

Image management software (PlayMemories Home)

PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and view or use them.

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You need to install PlayMemories Home to import XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies to your computer. You can access the download website directly from the following URL:

http://www.sony.net/pm/

• When you connect the camera to your computer, new functions may be added to PlayMemories Home. Connecting the camera to your computer is therefore recommended even if PlayMemories Home has already been installed on the computer.

RAW processing/remote camera control software

• You can develop and edit RAW images using various adjustment functions like tone curve and sharpness.

• With the software, you can change the camera settings or release the shutter from a computer connected via a USB cable. To control the camera using the software, first select MENU

(Setup) [USB Connection] [PC Remote], then connect the camera to a computer

via a USB cable.

Using MENU items

You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU.

2 Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top/

bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel.

3 Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm

your selection.

List of MENU items

For details on each MENU items, refer to the reference page in the last column or the Help Guide.

Drive Mode

Sets the drive mode, such as for continuous shooting. ([Self-timer] / [Cont. Bracket], etc.)

38,

Help

Guide

Bracket Settings

Sets self-timer shooting in bracket mode, shooting order for exposure bracketing, and white balance bracketing.

Help

Guide

Recall

Calls up settings pre-registered to

[ Memory].

Help

Guide

Memory

Registers the desired modes and camera settings.

Help

Guide

Select Media

Selects the memory card slot from which settings are recalled or to which settings are registered for M1 through M4.

Help

Guide

Reg Cust Shoot Set

Assign functions to the custom key to recall when shooting.

Help

Guide

Focus Mode

Selects the focus mode. ([Single-shot AF] / [Continuous AF], etc.)

Priority Set in AF-S

Sets the timing of the shutter release when [Focus Mode] is set to [Singleshot AF], [DMF] or [Automatic AF] with a still subject.

Help

Guide

Priority Set in AF-C

Sets the timing of the shutter release when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] with a moving subject.

Help

Guide

Focus Area

Selects the area of focus. ([Wide] / [Flexible Spot], etc.)

Focus Settings

Allows you to focus using the front dial, rear dial or control wheel.

Help

Guide

Swt. V/H AF Area

Sets whether to adjust the [Focus Area] and the position of the

focusing frame based on the camera’s

position (horizontal or vertical).

Help

Guide

AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator, which Help

provides light to aid focusing in dark Guide scenes.

Center Lock-on AF Sets the function to track a subject Help and continue focusing when pressing Guide

the center of the control wheel in the shooting screen.

Set. Face Prty in AF Sets whether the camera focuses Help based on

detected faces. Guide

AF Track Sens Sets the AF tracking sensitivity for the Help still image

mode. Guide

AF System Sets the auto focus method when Help

an LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor Guide (sold

separately) is attached. GB

AF w/ shutter Sets whether to perform auto Help focusing when the shutter button is Guide

pressed halfway down. This is useful when you

want to adjust the focus and exposure separately.

Pre-AF Sets whether or not to perform auto Help

focus before the shutter button is half Guide pressed.

Eye-Start AF Sets whether to use auto focus when Help you

look through the viewfinder if Guide an LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached.

AF Area Regist. Sets whether to move the focusing Help

frame to a preassigned position when Guide shooting

still images.

Del. Reg. AF Area Deletes the focusing frame position Help

information that was registered using Guide [ AF Area Regist.].

AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area is Help

displayed all the time or disappears Guide

automatically shortly after focusing.

Disp. cont. AF area Sets whether or not to display the Help focus area in

[Continuous AF] mode. Guide

AF Micro Adj.

Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately).

Help

Guide

Exposure

Exposure Comp.

Compensates for the brightness of the entire image.

Help

Guide

Reset EV Comp.

Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.”

Help

Guide

ISO

Sets the ISO sensitivity. ([ISO AUTO], etc.)

Help

Guide

ISO AUTO Min. SS

Sets the slowest shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity will start to change in [ISO AUTO] mode.

Help

Guide

Metering Mode

Selects the method for measuring brightness. ([Multi] / [Spot], etc.)

Help

Guide

Face Prty in Mlti Mtr

Sets whether the camera measures brightness based on detected faces when [Metering Mode] is set to [Multi].

Help

Guide

Spot Metering Point

Sets whether to coordinate the spot metering point with the focus area when [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot].

Help

Guide

Exposure step

Selects the size of the increment step for shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values.

Help

Guide

AEL w/ shutter

Sets whether to lock the exposure when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. This is useful when you want to adjust the focus and exposure separately.

Help

Guide

Exposure Std. Adjust

Adjusts the standard for the correct exposure value for each metering modes.

Help

Guide

Flash

Flash Mode

Sets the flash settings.

Help

Guide

Flash Comp.

Adjusts the intensity of flash output.

Help

Guide

Exp. comp. set

Sets whether to reflect exposure compensation value to flash compensation.

Help

Guide

Wireless Flash

Sets whether to shoot with the wireless flash.

Help

Guide

Red Eye Reduction

Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using flash.

Help

Guide

Color/WB/Img. Processing

White Balance

Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light to shoot whitish objects in a white tone. ([Auto] / [Daylight], etc.)

Help

Guide

Priority Set in AWB

Selects which tone to prioritize when shooting under lighting conditions such as incandescent light with [White Balance] set to [Auto].

Help

Guide

DRO/Auto HDR

Analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background by dividing the image into small areas, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation.

Help

Guide

Creative Style

Selects the desired image processing. You can also adjust contrast, saturation, and sharpness. ([Vivid] / [Portrait], etc.)

Help

Guide

Picture Effect

Shoots images with a texture unique to the selected effect. ([Toy Camera] / [Rich-tone Mono.], etc.)

Help

Guide

Picture Profile

Changes settings such as color and tone when recording images.

* This function is for skilled movie creators.

Help

Guide

Focus Assist

Focus Magnifier

Enlarges the image before shooting so that you can check the focus.

Help

Guide

Focus Magnif. Time

Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form.

Help

Guide

Initial Focus Mag.

Sets the initial magnification scale when using [Focus Magnifier].

Help

Guide

AF in Focus Mag.

Sets whether or not to autofocus when an enlarged image is being displayed. While the enlarged image is being displayed, you can focus within a smaller area than the flexible spot.

Help

Guide

MF Assist

Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.

Help

Guide

Peaking Setting

Sets the peaking function, which enhances the outline of in-focus areas when focusing manually.

Help

Guide

Shoot Assist

Anti-flicker Shoot.

Detects flickering/blinking from artificial light sources such as fluorescent lighting and times the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact.

Help

Guide

Face Registration

Registers or changes the person to be given priority when focusing.

Help

Guide

Regist. Faces Priority

Detects the registered face with higher priority using [Face Registration].

Help

Guide

(Camera Settings 2) Purple tab

Movie

Exposure Mode

Sets the exposure mode when shooting movies.

Help

Guide

Exposure Mode

Sets the exposure mode when shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies.

Help

Guide

File Format

Selects the movie file format. ([XAVC S 4K] / [AVCHD], etc.)

Record Setting

Selects a frame-rate and bit-rate for the movie.

S&Q Settings

Changes the settings for slow-motion and quick-motion movie shooting.

Help

Guide

Proxy Recording

Records low-bit-rate proxy files simultaneously when recording XAVC S movies.

Help

Guide

AF drive speed

Switches focusing speed when using autofocus in movie mode.

Help

Guide

AF Track Sens

Sets the AF tracking sensitivity for the movie mode.

Help

Guide

Auto Slow Shut.

Sets the function that automatically adjusts the shutter speed following the brightness of the environment in movie mode.

Help

Guide

Audio Recording

Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie.

Help

Guide

Audio Rec Level

Adjusts the audio recording level during movie recording.

Help

Guide

Audio Level Display

Sets whether to display the audio level.

Help

Guide

Audio Out Timing

Sets the timing of audio output during the movie recording.

Help

Guide

Wind Noise Reduct.

Reduces wind noise during movie recording.

Help

Guide

Marker Display

Sets whether to display markers on the monitor when recording movies.

Help

Guide

Marker Settings

Sets which markers to display on the monitor when recording movies.

Help

Guide

Video Light Mode

Sets the illumination setting for the HVLLBPC LED light (sold separately).

Help

Guide

Movie w/ shutter

Records movies using the shutter button.

Help

Guide

Shutter/SteadyShot

Silent Shooting

Shoots images without the shutter sound.

Help

Guide

e-Front Curtain Shut.

Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter function.

Help

Guide

Release w/o Lens

Sets whether to release the shutter when the lens is not attached.

Help

Guide

Release w/o Card

Sets whether to release the shutter when a memory card is not inserted.

Help

Guide

SteadyShot

Sets whether to activate SteadyShot for shooting.

Help

Guide

SteadyShot Settings

Sets SteadyShot settings.

Help

Guide

Zoom

Sets the zoom scale for zoom functions other than the optical zoom.

Help

Guide

Zoom Setting

Sets whether to use the Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom when zooming.

Help

Guide

Zoom Ring Rotate

Assigns the zoom in/out to the rotational direction of the zoom lens. This function is only available with a power zoom lens that is compatible with this function.

Help

Guide

Display/Auto Review

DISP Button

Sets the type of information to be displayed on the monitor or in the viewfinder when the DISP button is pressed.

Help

Guide

FINDER/MONITOR

Sets the method for switching the display between the electronic viewfinder and the monitor.

Help

Guide

Zebra Setting

Sets the stripes displayed to adjust brightness.

Help

Guide

Grid Line

Displays grid lines for adjusting the image composition.

Help

Guide

Exposure Set. Guide

Sets the guide displayed when exposure settings are changed in the shooting screen.

Help

Guide

Live View Display

Sets whether to reflect settings such as exposure compensation in screen display.

Help

Guide

Cont. Shoot. Length

Sets whether to display an indicator of the remaining time for which continuous shooting can be performed at the same shooting speed.

Auto Review

Sets auto review to display the captured image after shooting.

Help

Guide

Custom Operation

Custom Key

Assigns functions to the various keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when shooting still images.

Help

Guide

Assigns functions to the various keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when shooting movies.

Help

Guide

Custom Key

Assigns functions to the keys so that you can perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys when playing back images.

Help

Guide

Function Menu Set.

Customizes the functions displayed when the Fn (Function) button is pressed.

Help

Guide

Dial Setup

Sets the functions of the front and rear dials when the exposure mode is set to M. Dials can be used for adjusting shutter speed and aperture value.

Help

Guide

Av/Tv Rotate

Sets the direction of turning the front or rear dial or the control wheel to adjust the aperture value or shutter speed.

Help

Guide

Dial Ev Comp

Sets whether to compensate the exposure with the front or rear dial.

Help

Guide

MOVIE Button

Enables or disables for the MOVIE button.

Help

Guide

Lock Operation Parts

Sets whether to disable the multiselector, control wheel, or front and rear dials temporarily when the Fn button is pressed and held down.

Help

Guide

Audio signals

Selects whether the camera beeps during auto focus and self-timer operations.

Help

Guide

(Network) Green tab

Snd to Smrtphn Func

Sets movies to be transferred to a smartphone, or transfers images to a smartphone.

Help

Guide

Send to Computer

Backs up images by transferring them to a computer connected to a network.

Help

Guide

FTP Transfer Func.

Sets image transfer using FTP and executes it.

* Basic knowledge of FTP server is

required.

View on TV

Allows you to view images on a networkenabled TV.

Help

Guide

Ctrl w/ Smartphone

Sets the condition for connecting the camera to a smartphone.

Help

Guide

(Playback) Blue tab

Protect

Protects recorded images against accidental erasure.

Help

Guide

Rotate

Rotates the image.

Help

Guide

Delete

Deletes images.

Help

Guide

Airplane Mode

Disables wireless communications from the device such as Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth function.

Help

Guide

Wi-Fi Settings

Allows you to register your access point and check or change the Wi-Fi connection information.

Help

Guide

Bluetooth Settings

Controls the settings for connecting the camera with a smartphone via a Bluetooth connection.

Help

Guide

Loc. Info. Link Set.

Obtains location information from the paired smartphone and records it to captured images.

Help

Guide

Edit Device Name

Changes the device name under Wi-Fi Direct, etc.

Help

Guide

Imp Root Certificate

Imports a root certificate to the camera.

Help

Guide

Reset Network Set.

Resets all the network settings.

Help

Guide

Rating

Assigns rating to recorded images on a scale from to .

Help

Guide

Rating Set (Cust Key) Sets the rating (number of ) that can be

selected using the custom key to which

[Rating] has been assigned with [ Custom Key].

Help

Guide

Specify Printing

Specifies in advance on the memory card which still images to print out later.

Help

Guide

Copy

Copies images from the memory card in the memory card slot designated in [Select PB Media] to the memory card in the other slot.

Help

Guide

Photo Capture

Captures a chosen scene in a movie to save as a still image.

Help

Guide

Enlarge Image

Enlarges the playback images.

Help

Guide

Enlarge Init. Mag.

Sets the initial magnification scale when playing back enlarged images.

Help

Guide

Enlarge Initial Pos.

Sets the initial magnification area when playing back enlarged images.

Help

Guide

Slide Show

Plays a slide show.

Help

Guide

Select PB Media

Selects the memory card slot of the memory card to be played back.

Help

Guide

View Mode

Plays back images from a specified date or specified folder of still images and movies.

Help

Guide

Image Index

Displays multiple images at the same time.

Help

Guide

Disp Cont Shoot Grp

Sets whether to display continuously shot images as a group.

Help

Guide

Display Rotation

Sets the playback orientation for images shot vertically.

Help

Guide

Image Jump Setting

Sets which dial and method to use for jumping between images during playback.

Help

Guide

Monitor Brightness

Adjusts the brightness of the screen.

Help

Guide

Viewfinder Bright.

Sets the brightness of the electronic viewfinder.

Help

Guide

Finder Color Temp.

Sets the color temperature of the viewfinder.

Help

Guide

Gamma Disp. Assist

Adjusts the screen to make monitoring easier when displaying an S-Log or HLG movie.

Help

Guide

Volume Settings

Sets the volume for movie playback.

Help

Guide

Delete confirm.

Sets whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is preselected in the delete confirmation screen.

Help

Guide

Display Quality

Sets the display quality.

* When [High] is selected, the battery is

consumed more quickly.

* When the temperature of the camera is

high, [Display Quality] may be locked to [Standard].

Help

Guide

Pwr Save Start Time

Sets the time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode.

Help

Guide

Auto Pwr OFF Temp.

Sets the camera temperature at which the camera turns off automatically during shooting. When shooting in hand-held mode, set to [Standard].

Help

Guide

NTSC/PAL Selector*1

Changes the TV format of the device so that you can shoot in a different movie format.

Help

Guide

Cleaning Mode

Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor.

Help

Guide

Touch Operation

Sets whether or not to activate the touch operation of the monitor.

Touch Panel/Pad Selects whether to activate touch 40

panel operation when shooting with the monitor, or

touch pad operation when shooting with the viewfinder.

Touch Pad Settings Adjusts settings related to touch pad Help operation.

Guide

Demo Mode Sets demonstration playback of Help movies to on or off.

Guide

TC/UB Settings Sets the time code (TC) and user bit Help

(UB). Guide

* This function is for skilled movie creators.

Remote Ctrl Sets whether to use the infrared Help remote

control. Guide

HDMI Settings Sets the HDMI settings. Help

* Images will not appear on the Guide monitor of the camera

if you record movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K].

4K Output Sel. Sets how to record and output 4K Help movies via HDMI when the camera is Guide

connected to an external recorder/ player that supports

4K.

USB Connection Sets the USB connection method. Help

Guide

USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting Help

the functions of USB connection. Set Guide

to [Multi] in normal conditions and to [Single] only

when the connection cannot be established.

USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via Help USB

connection when the camera Guide

is connected to a computer or USB device.

PC Remote Settings Controls the PC remote shooting Help

settings. Guide Language Selects the language. 28

Date/Time Setup

Sets the date, time, and daylight savings.

Area Setting

Sets the location of use.

Help

Guide

Sets copyright information for still images.

Help

Guide

Format

Formats the memory card.

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Guide

File Number

Sets the method used to assign file numbers.

Help

Guide

Set File Name

Changes the first 3 characters of the file names for still images.

Help

Guide

Rec. Media Settings

Sets the method for recording images to two memory card slots.

Help

Guide

Select REC Folder

Changes the folder selected for storing still images.

Help

Guide

New Folder

Creates a new folder for storing still images.

Help

Guide

Folder Name

Sets the folder format for still images.

Help

Guide

Recover Image DB

Recovers the image database file and enables recording and playback.

Help

Guide

Display Media Info.

Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card.

Help

Guide

Version

Displays the camera software version.

Help

Guide

Setting Reset

Restores settings to their defaults. Select [Initialize] to restore all settings to their default values.

Help

Guide

Add Item

Adds desired MENU items to (My Menu).

Help

Guide

Sort Item Sorts the MENU items added to

(My Menu).

Help

Guide

Delete Item Deletes MENU items added to

(My Menu).

Help

Guide

Delete Page

Deletes all the MENU items on a page in (My Menu).

Help

Guide

Delete All Deletes all the MENU items added to

(My Menu).

Help

Guide

*1 If you change this item, you will need to format the memory card for compatibility with the PAL

or NTSC system. Also, note that it may not be possible to play back movies recorded for the NTSC system on PAL system TVs.

List of icons on the monitor

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

Icons on the shooting screen

100p 50p 50i 25p Clear Image Zoom / Digital Frame rate of movies (46)

Zoom (64)

Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable (67)

Obtaining location information/ Location information cannot be obtained (67)

Focus indicator/exposure

focusing (41)

Spot metering area (60)

STBY REC

Movie recording standby/Movie recording in progress

1:00:12

Icons on the playback screen

Specifications

Battery life and number of recordable images

Battery life

Number of images

Shooting (still images)

Screen mode

―

Approx. 710

Viewfinder mode

―

Approx. 610

Actual shooting (movies)

Screen mode

Approx. 125 min.

―

Viewfinder mode

Approx. 115 min.

―

Continuous shooting (movies)

Screen mode

Approx. 210 min.

―

Viewfinder mode

Approx. 200 min.

―

• The above estimates for battery life and number of recordable images apply when the

battery pack has been fully charged. The battery life and number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.

• The battery life and number of recordable images are estimates based on shooting with

the default settings under the following conditions:

– Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). – Using a Son y SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) – Using a lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS

• The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting

under the following conditions:

(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) – One pictur e is taken every 30 seconds.

– The power is turned on and off once every ten times.

• The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard and

shooting under the following conditions:

– The image quality is set to XAVC S HD 60p 50M / 50p 50M. – Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeated shooting, zooming, shooting

stand-by, turning on/off, etc.

About this product

– Continuous shooting (movies): Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the limit

(29 minutes) has been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button again. Other functions, such as zooming, are not operated.

Memory cards that can be used

When using microSD memory cards or Memory Stick Micro media with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor.

SD memory cards

Recording format

Supported memory card

Still image

SD/SDHC/SDXC card AVCHD

SD/SDHC/SDXC card (Class 4 or faster, or U1 or faster)

XAVC S

4K 60 Mbps* HD 50 Mbps or lower* HD 60 Mbps

SDHC/SDXC card (Class 10, or U1 or faster)

4K 100 Mbps* HD 100 Mbps

SDHC/SDXC card (U3)

* Including when recording proxy movies at the same time Memory Stick media

Recording format

Supported memory card

Still image

Memory Stick PRO Duo/ Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

AVCHD

Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2)/ Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

XAVC S

4K 60 Mbps* HD 50 Mbps or lower* HD 60 Mbps

Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

4K 100 Mbps* HD 100 Mbps

—

* Including when recording proxy movies at the same time

Note

• Use the slot 1 when you are using a UHS-II memory card. Also, select MENU (Setup)

[Rec. Media Settings] [Prioritize Rec. Media] [Slot 1].

• Memory Stick PRO Duo media cannot be used in the slot 1.

• When an SDHC memory card is used to record an XAVC S movie over extended periods of time,

the recorded movies will be divided into files 4 GB in size. The divided files can be handled as a single file by importing them to a computer using PlayMemories Home.

• When recording a movie on memory cards in both the slot 1 and the slot 2 with following

camera settings, insert two memory cards with the same file system. XAVC S movies cannot be recorded simultaneously when using a combination of the exFAT file system and FAT32 file system.

–[ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] or [XAVC S HD] –[Recording Mode] under [Rec. Media Settings] is set to [Simult. ( )] or

[Simult. ( / )]

Memory card

File system

SDXC memory card

exFAT

Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo SDHC memory card

FAT32

• Char ge the battery pack sufficiently before attempting to recover the database files on

the memory card.

Number of recordable images

When you insert a memory card into the camera and set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON,” the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the screen.

Note

• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in orange, the memory card is full.

Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images from the current memory card.

• When “NO CARD” flashes in orange, it means no memory card has been inserted. Insert a

memory card.

100

The number of images that can be recorded on a memory card

The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.

[ JPEG Image Size]: [L: 24M] [ Aspect Ratio]: [3:2]*

(Units: Images)

JPEG Quality/ File Format 8 GB 32 GB 64 GB 256 GB

Standard 1100 4600 9200 36000 Fine 790 3200 6400 25000

Extra fine 435 1750 3500 14000 RAW & JPEG (Compressed RAW)*

215 870 1750 7000

RAW (Compressed RAW) 295 1200 2400 9600 RAW & JPEG (Uncompressed RAW)*

125 510 1000 4100

RAW (Uncompressed RAW) 150 610 1200 4950

*1 When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more images than the

numbers shown in the table (except when [RAW] is selected).

[ JPEG Quality] when [RAW & JPEG] is selected: [Fine]

Note

• Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9999 images, “9999” will appear.

• The numbers shown are when using a Sony memory card.

Recordable movie times

The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting

conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [XAVC S HD] are recording times when shooting

with [ Proxy Recording] set to [Off].

(h (hour), m (minute))

File Format

Record Setting

8 GB

32 GB

64 GB

256 GB

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