Sony Alpha a9 User Manual

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.

4-692-676-11(2)

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1650/h_zz/

ILCE-9

English

Check out the Help Guide!

The “Help Guide” is an on-line manual that you can read on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for details on menu items, advanced usage, and the latest information on the camera.

Scan here

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1650/h_zz/

ILCE-9 Help Guide

Instruction Manual

(this book)

This manual introduces some basic functions.

For the quick start guide, see “Startup guide” (page39). 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. To use the [In-Camera Guide] function, some settings must be made beforehand. For details, search “In-Camera Guide” in the Help Guide.

Owner’s Record

Record the model and serial number (which are located on the product) in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ILCESerial No.

WARNING

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

CAUTION

Battery pack

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

• Do not disassemble.

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

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

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

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

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

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

• Keep the battery pack dry.

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

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

• Do not expose to extremely low temperatures of -20°C (-4°F) or lower or extremely low pressures of 11.6 kPa or lower.

Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor/battery charger. If any malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source. If you use the product with a charge lamp, note that the product is not disconnected from the power source even when the lamp turns off.

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to LAN terminal. Follow the instructions for LAN terminal.

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

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)

Notice

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

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

LAN cable

Use a Category 5e or higher Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable with high shielding performance.

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

For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

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

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

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption rate(SAR). The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

For Customers in the U.S.A.

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

Sony Customer Information Center

1-800-222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WW361847 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics

Inc.

Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San

Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION

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

Note:

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

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

–Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

–Increase the separation between

the equipment and receiver.

–Connect the equipment into an

outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

–Consult the dealer or an

experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

For Customers in Canada

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

CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B

For Customers in Europe

Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan For EU product compliance: Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935 Zaventem, Belgium

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

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

This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the

battery shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than

0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical and electronic equipment will be treated properly, hand over these products at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable

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

For Customers in Singapore

For Customers in U.A.E.

For Customers in Malaysia

Table of contents

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

Notes on using your camera...................................................16

Preparations for shooting

Checking the camera and the supplied items .......................21

Identifying parts ..................................................................... 22

Front side ...................................................................... 22

Rear side ....................................................................... 24

Top side/Side view ....................................................... 26

Bottom .......................................................................... 29

Basic operations ..................................................................... 30

Using the control wheel ...............................................30

Using the multi-selector ................................................31

Using the Fn (Function) button .....................................31

How to use the Quick Navi screen ............................... 32

Changing the screen display ................................................. 35

Switching the screen display

(while shooting/during playback) ........................... 35

DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) .......................................37

Startup guide ......................................................................... 39

Step 1: Charging the battery pack ................................ 39

Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera ..... 40

Step 3: Inserting a memory card ...................................41

Step 4: Attaching a lens ...............................................43

Step 5: Setting the language and the clock .................46

Step 6: Shooting images in auto mode ....................... 47

Shooting

Shooting still images ............................................................. 49

Focusing ..................................................................................51

Focus Mode ...................................................................51

Auto focus .............................................................................. 53

Focus Area .................................................................... 53

Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s

orientation (horizontal/vertical) (

Swt. V/H AF Area) ...............................................57

AF/MF control ............................................................... 58

AF On ............................................................................ 59

Eye AF ........................................................................... 59

AF in Focus Mag. .....................................................60

Center Lock-on AF .........................................................61

Registering the current focus area

(

AF Area Regist.) ................................................. 63

Pre-AF ......................................................................64

Priority Set in AF-S ........................................................ 65

Priority Set in AF-C ........................................................ 65

AF Illuminator ......................................................... 66

AF Micro Adj. ................................................................. 67

AF System ................................................................ 68

Manual Focus ......................................................................... 69

Direct manual focus (DMF) ........................................... 70

Focus Magnifier .............................................................71

MF Assist ..................................................................72

Peaking Level .................................................................73

Shutter setting ....................................................................... 74

Shutter Type ............................................................ 74

Using the electronic shutter ......................................... 75

Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) ....77

Shoot. Start Disp. .......................................................... 78

e-Front Curtain Shut. .................................................... 78

Shooting with drive modes

(continuous shooting/self-timer) .......................................... 79

Continuous shooting .................................................... 79

Self-timer ...................................................................... 82

Self-timer (Cont) ........................................................... 83

Cont. Bracket ................................................................. 84

Single Bracket ............................................................... 85

Indicator during bracket shooting ...............................86

WB bracket .................................................................... 87

DRO Bracket ..................................................................88

Using touch function .............................................................90

Touch Operation ...........................................................90

Touch Focus ..................................................................90

Selecting a still image size/image quality ............................ 92

Image Size .............................................................. 92

Aspect Ratio ........................................................... 93

Quality .................................................................... 93

APS-C/Super 35mm ...................................................... 95

Selecting a shooting mode ....................................................96

List of mode dial function ............................................ 96

( Intelligent Auto)......................................... 97

Program Auto ............................................................98

Aperture Priority .......................................................99

Shutter Priority ..........................................................99

Manual Exposure ................................................... 100

Bulb shooting..........................................................102

/ Recall ............................................................103

Movie: Exposure Mode ................................... 104

S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode .........................105

Controlling the exposure/metering modes ........................ 106

Exposure Comp. .......................................................... 106

Metering Mode ........................................................... 108

Spot Metering Point .................................................... 109

AE lock ......................................................................... 110

Zebra ............................................................................. 111

Correcting brightness and contrast automatically ............... 112

D-Range Opt. (DRO) .................................................... 112

Auto HDR ..................................................................... 113

Selecting the ISO sensitivity ................................................. 115

Using the zoom ......................................................................117

White Balance .......................................................................120

Setting how to process images ............................................123

Reducing blur ........................................................................ 127

Noise reduction .....................................................................129

Face Detection ...................................................................... 131

Using flash (sold separately) .................................................132

Shooting movies

Shooting movies ...................................................................139

Changing settings for movie recording ................................142

ISO AUTO Min. SS ......................................................... 116

The zoom features available with this product ...........117

Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) ...................118

About zoom scale ........................................................ 119

Capturing a basic white color in

[Custom Setup] mode ............................................. 121

Creative Style ...............................................................123

Color Space ............................................................126

SteadyShot Settings ....................................................127

Long Exposure NR .................................................129

High ISO NR ...........................................................130

Flash Mode ..................................................................133

Flash Comp. .................................................................134

FEL lock ........................................................................ 135

Wireless flash shooting ...............................................136

Using a flash with a sync terminal cord ......................138

File Format..............................................................142

Record Setting ........................................................143

S&Q Settings .......................................................... 147

Audio Recording ..........................................................149

Audio Rec Level ...........................................................150

Marker Settings ...................................................... 151

4K Output Sel. ........................................................152

Viewing

Viewing images ....................................................................153

Playing back still images ............................................. 153

Enlarging an image being played back

(Playback zoom) ......................................................154

Rotating recorded images automatically

(Display Rotation) ....................................................155

Playing back movies ....................................................155

Photo Capture .............................................................. 157

Playing back images on the image index screen

(Image Index) .......................................................... 157

Switching between still images and movies

(View Mode) ............................................................158

Selecting which memory card to play back

(Select PB Media) ....................................................159

Copying images from one memory card to another

(Copy) ......................................................................159

Playing back images using slideshow

(Slide Show) ............................................................ 160

Protecting images (Protect) .................................................. 161

Deleting images ....................................................................162

Deleting a displayed image ........................................162

Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) ...............162

Viewing images on a TV .......................................................164

Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable ...........164

Customizing the camera

Registering frequently used functions ................................. 167

Assigning selected functions to the button .........................170

Customizing the MENU (My Menu) ...................................... 172

Checking images before/after recording ............................. 174

Monitor/viewfinder settings ................................................. 176

Memory card settings ...........................................................178

Camera settings ....................................................................182

Initializing the camera ..........................................................189

/ Memory ........................................................ 167

Registering shooting settings to a custom key

(Reg Cust Shoot Set) ...............................................168

Custom Key (Shoot.)/Custom Key (PB) .......................170

Function Menu Set. .......................................................171

Add Item ...................................................................... 172

Sort Item ...................................................................... 172

Delete Item .................................................................. 173

Auto Review ................................................................. 174

Aperture Preview ......................................................... 174

Shot. Result Preview ....................................................175

FINDER/MONITOR ........................................................176

Finder Frame Rate .................................................. 177

Format ..........................................................................178

File Number .................................................................179

Set File Name ...............................................................179

Recording Mode ......................................................... 180

Select REC Folder ......................................................... 181

Pwr Save Start Time .....................................................182

Remote Ctrl ..................................................................182

HDMI Settings ..............................................................183

USB Power Supply .......................................................187

PC Remote Settings .....................................................187

Setting Reset ...............................................................189

Using network functions

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

functions .............................................................................. 190

Installing PlayMemories Mobile ................................. 190

Transferring images to the FTP server ........................ 191

Connecting the camera and a smartphone .........................192

Using a smartphone as a remote control

for the camera .........................................................192

Transferring images from the camera to

a smartphone ..........................................................194

Connecting the camera to a wireless access point ..............195

Recording location information to captured images ...........196

Preparation in advance ...............................................196

Operating procedure ...................................................197

Using a computer

Connecting the camera to a computer ...............................200

Selecting the appropriate

USB connection method ........................................200

Connecting to a computer ..........................................201

Disconnecting the camera from the computer ......... 202

Introduction to computer software ..................................... 203

PlayMemories Home .................................................. 203

Image Data Converter ................................................ 203

Remote Camera Control .............................................204

MENU items/List of icons

Using MENU items ............................................................... 205

List of MENU items ............................................................... 206

List of icons on the monitor ..................................................221

(Camera Settings 1) .............................................. 206

(Camera Settings 2) .............................................. 211

(Network) ................................................................214

(Playback) ..............................................................216

(Setup) ................................................................... 217

(My Menu) ............................................................. 220

If you have problems

Troubleshooting ................................................................... 226

Warning messages .............................................................. 234

About this product

Cleaning the image sensor .................................................. 238

Mount Adaptor ..................................................................... 240

LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor ..................................241

LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor ................................. 242

Vertical grip .......................................................................... 244

Specifications ....................................................................... 245

Battery life and number of recordable images.......... 245

Memory cards that can be used ................................ 246

Number of recordable images ....................................247

Recordable movie times............................................. 249

Specifications .............................................................. 252

Index ....................................................................258

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 218).

Notes on recording/playback

• 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.

• Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.

Notes on handling the product

• This camera is designed to be dust and moisture-resistant, but is not waterproof or splash-proof.

• 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.

No compensation for damaged content or recording failure

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.

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

• 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.

• Do not hold the camera by the monitor.

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

• 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 use the camera in areas where strong radio waves or radiation are being emitted. Recording and playback may not function correctly.

• Images may trail across on the screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction.

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

Notes on using lenses and accessories

It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera. Using this camera with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to accidents or malfunction. Sony bears no responsibility for such accidents or malfunction.

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.

Notes on shooting with an external flash

When shooting with an external flash, light and dark stripes may appear on the image if the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/4000seconds.

Notes on shooting with the viewfinder

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

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

• When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at regular intervals when you are shooting with the viewfinder. In case you may feel uncomfortable, refrain from using the viewfinder until your condition recovers, and consult your doctor as necessary.

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.

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

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

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

• 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 Pwr OFF Temp.] set to [High].

• Especially 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 playing back movies on other devices

Movies recorded with this camera may not be played back correctly on other devices. Also, movies recorded with other devices may not be played back correctly on this camera.

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.

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.

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

When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily. Select MENU button   [Airplane Mode]  [On]. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an

(airplane) mark will be displayed

on the screen.

(Network)

Notes on wireless LAN

If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony bears no responsibility for the loss or damage caused by illegal access or use of the registered access point on the camera.

Notes on security when using wireless LAN products

• Always make sure that you are using a secure wireless LAN to avoid hacking, access by malicious third parties, or other vulnerabilities.

• It is important that you set the security settings when using a wireless LAN.

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

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]  [OK]  [OK].

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 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 [ to [Off] before shooting images.

Loc. Info. Link Set.]

Preparations for shooting

Checking the camera and the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

• Camera (1)

• AC Adaptor (1)

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

• Battery charger (1)

• Power cord (mains lead) (1)*

* Multiple power cords may be

supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region. See page 4.

• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 (1)

• Micro USB 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)

Preparations for shooting

Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details.

Front side



ON/OFF (Power) switch

(46)/Shutter button (49)



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.



Front dial

You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.



Remote sensor



Lens release button (45)



Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)



Microphone*



AF illuminator (66)/Self-

timer lamp (82)

When the lens is removed



Mounting index (44)



Image sensor**



Mount



Lens contacts **

* Do not cover this part during

movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.

** Do not directly touch these parts.

Preparations for shooting

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 viewfinder (sold separately). Also, select MENU 

(Camera Settings 2) 

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



Viewfinder



C3 button (Custom button 3)

(170)



MENU button (205)



Monitor/Touch panel (35,

90)

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



Eye sensor (176)



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 (139)



For shooting: AF-ON (AF On)

button (59) For viewing:

(Enlarge)

button (154)



Rear dial

You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.



For shooting: AEL button

(110) For viewing:

(Image index)

button (157)



Multi-selector (31)



Media slot cover switch



For shooting: Fn (Function)

button (31, 171) For viewing:

(Send to Smartphone)

button

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



Control wheel



Access lamp



For shooting: C4 button

(Custom button 4) (170) For viewing:

(Delete) button

(162)



(Playback) button (153)

Preparations for shooting

Top side/Side view



Drive mode dial lock release

button



Upper: Drive mode dial (79)

Lower: Focus mode dial (51)



Focus mode dial lock release

button



LAN terminal



(Flash sync) terminal (138)



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 (164)



Charge lamp



Multi/Micro USB Terminal*

(201)

This terminal supports Micro USB-compatible devices.



Multi Interface Shoe* (132)

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 lock release button



Mode dial (96)



C2 button (Custom button 2)

(170)



C1 button (Custom button 1)

(170)



Exposure compensation dial

(106)



Hooks for shoulder strap

Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.



(N mark) (190)

• 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)

(41)

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



SLOT 2 (Memory card slot 2)

(43)

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

Preparations for shooting

* 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.

To attach the cable protector

Use the cable protector to prevent the HDMI cable from being disconnected when shooting images connected by the HDMI cable. Open both of the jack covers and insert an HDMI cable into the camera. Swing the HDMI micro jack cover downward and attach the cable protector as illustrated so that the end of the cable protector fits in the slit under the Multi/Micro USB Terminal. Secure the cable protector with the attachment screw. Then secure the HDMI cable with the fixing dial.

Attachment screw

Fit the end in the slit Fixing dial

Bottom



Battery insertion slot (40)



Battery cover (40)



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

Preparations for shooting

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) and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the top/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.

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