Sony DSC-H2 User Manual
Digital Still Camera
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DSC-H2
“Read This First” (separate volume)
Explains the set-up and basic operations for
shooting/playback with your camera.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and
“Read This First” (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-H2
Serial No. ___________________________
Printing still images
Connecting your
ca mera to your TV
Troubleshooting
Others
Index
2-673-166-11(1)© 2006 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product's
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
and instructions on the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
Use
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the set.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Installation
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water –
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.
– Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
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Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
– If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are specified in the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set is in safe operating
condition.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
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Read this first
For Customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada
RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE
BATTERIES
Nickel Metal Hydride batteries
are recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Nickel Metal Hydride batteries.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call:
Sony Customer Information Services Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
The number below is for the FCC related matters
only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.:DSC-H2
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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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 Europe
This product has been tested and found compliant
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8
feet).
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this camera.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart
the application or disconnect and connect the
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the
European Union and other European
countries with separate collection
systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted
to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an or mark) must be
used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the
fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.
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Notes on using your camera
Types of “Memory Stick” that can be
used (not supplied)
The IC recording medium used by this
camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”. There are
two types of “Memory Stick”.
“Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a
“Memory Stick Duo” with your
camera.
“Memory Stick”: you cannot use a
“Memory Stick” with your camera.
Other memory cards cannot be used.
• For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see
page 108.
When using a “Memory Stick Duo”
with “Memory Stick” compatible
equipment
You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” by
inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo
Adaptor (not supplied).
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
Notes on the Nickel-Metal Hydride
battery
• Charge both of the Ni-MH batteries (supplied)
before using the camera for the first time.
t step 1 in “Read This First”)
(
• The batteries can be charged even if they are not
completely discharged. Also, even if batteries
are not fully charged, you can use the partially
charged capacity of the batteries as is.
• If you do not intend to use the batteries for a
long time, use up the existing charge and
remove them from your camera, then store them
in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the
batteries’ functions (page 110).
• For details on the usable batteries, see page 110.
Carl Zeiss lens
This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss
lens which is capable of reproducing sharp
images with excellent contrast.
The lens for this camera has been produced
under a quality assurance system certified
by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality
standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
• The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is not
possible due to a malfunction of your camera or
recording media, etc.
Internal memory and “Memory Stick
Duo” back up
• Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery
or “Memory Stick Duo” while the access lamp
is lighted, as the internal memory data or
“Memory Stick Duo” data may be destroyed.
Always protect your data by making a back up
copy. See page 30 for the data back up method.
Notes on recording/playback
• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions”
(page 112) before operating the camera.
• Before you record one-time events, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water
entering the inside of the camera may cause
malfunctions which in some cases may not be
repairable.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright
light. This may cause irrecoverable damage to
your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of
your camera.
• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
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• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera (page 112).
• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to
malfunctions and an inability to record images,
this may render the recording medium unusable,
or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.
• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of
flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to the
flash surface, resulting in insufficient light
emission.
Notes on the LCD screen, LCD finder
and lens
• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue or green in color) that
constantly appear on the LCD screen and the
LCD finder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
Black, white, red,
blue and green
points
• Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions. Be careful when placing the
camera near a window or outdoors.
• Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen
may be discolored and that may cause a
malfunction.
• Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
• This camera is equipped with a power zoom
lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be
careful not to apply force to it.
Information Technology Industries
Association).
• Playback of images recorded with your camera
on other equipment and playback of images
recorded or edited with other equipment on your
camera are not guaranteed.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws.
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of pictures in
this manual are reproduced images, and are not
actual images shot using this camera.
On image data compatibility
• This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
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For full use of the digital still camera
Prepare the camera and shoot images easily
“Read This First” (separate volume)
1 Prepare the batteries
2 Turn the camera on/set the clock
3 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied)
4 Select the image size for use
5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode)
Shoot still images (Scene Selection)
6 View/delete images
Get more friendly with your camera
• Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting/
Manual exposure shooting) t page 33
• Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 43
• Change the default settings t page 56
Connect your camera to a PC or a printer
• Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in
various ways t page 69
• Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer
(PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 86
This manual
This manual
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Table of contents
Read this first ............................................................................................ 5
Notes on using your camera ..................................................................... 7
Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images......................................................... 13
Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully................................................... 13
Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity........................................................... 14
Color – On the effects of lighting .....................................................................16
Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ............................................... 16
Identifying parts ...................................................................................... 18
Indicators on the screen.......................................................................... 22
Changing the screen display................................................................... 27
Number of still images and recording time of movies .............................28
When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal
memory).................................................................................................. 29
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed............ 31
Using the jog dial .................................................................................... 32
Using the mode dial ................................................................................ 33
Shooting with manual adjustment ........................................................... 35
Continuous shooting............................................................................... 41
Using the menu
Using menu items .............................................................................. 43
Menu items.......................................................................................... 44
Shooting menu........................................................................................ 45
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COLOR (Color Mode)
(Metering Mode)
WB (White Bal)
ISO
(P.Quality)
BRK (Bracket Step)
M
(Interval)
(Flash Level)
(Contrast)
(Sharpness)
(Setup)
Viewing menu..........................................................................................49
(Folder)
- (Protect)
DPOF
(Print)
(Slide)
(Resize)
(Rotate)
(Divide)
(Setup)
Trimmin g
Using the Setup screen
Using Setup items ..............................................................................56
Camera 1 ..........................................................................................57
1
AF Mode
Digital Zoom
Function Guide
Red Eye Reduction
AF Illuminator
Auto Review
Camera 2 ..........................................................................................60
2
Expanded Focus
Flash Sync.
STEADY SHOT
Conversion Lens
Internal Memory Tool .........................................................................62
Format
Memory Stick Tool .............................................................................63
Format
Create REC. Folder
Change REC. Folder
Copy
Setup 1 ............................................................................................... 65
1
EVF Backlight
Beep
Language
Initialize
Setup 2 ............................................................................................... 67
2
File Number
USB Connect
Video Out
Clock Set
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Using your computer
Enjoying your Windows computer........................................................... 69
Installing the software (supplied) ............................................................ 71
Copying images to your computer .......................................................... 72
Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a
“Memory Stick Duo”) ............................................................................... 78
Using the “Cyber-shot Viewer” (supplied) ............................................... 79
Using your Macintosh computer ............................................................. 83
Printing still images
How to print still images .......................................................................... 85
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer................. 86
Printing at a shop .................................................................................... 89
Connecting your camera to your TV
Viewing images on a TV screen ............................................................. 91
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 93
Warning indicators and messages........................................................ 105
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Others
On the “Memory Stick”.......................................................................... 108
On the battery charger and the batteries .............................................. 110
Precautions ........................................................................................... 112
Specifications........................................................................................ 114
.................................................................................................... 116
Index
Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images
Focus Exposure Color Quality
This section describes the basics so you can
enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use
various camera functions such as the mode
dial (page 33), jog dial (page 32), the menus
(page 43), and so on.
Focus
Focusing on a subject successfully
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically
(Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Press the shutter
button fully down
straight away.
Press the shutter
button halfway
down.
AE/AF lock indicator
Flashing , lit/beeps
Then press the
shutter button
fully down.
To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t “Choosing a focus method” (page 38)
If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake.
t See
“Hints for preventing blur” (as follows).
Hints for preventing blur
Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. Also, you can stabilize the
camera by leaning against a tree or a building beside you. Using the 2-second delay selftimer or a tripod, or turning on the anti-blur function may be effective. Also, using the
flash in dark places is also recommended.
Enjoying the camera
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Exposure
You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is
the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Adjusting the light intensity
Exposure:
Overexposure
= too much light
Whitish image
Correct exposure
Underexposure
= too little light
Darker image
Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives
Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass
ISO =
The exposure is automatically set to the
proper value in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust it manually using
the functions below.
Manual exposure:
Allows you to adjust the shutter speed and
aperture value manually. t page 37
Image Brightness (EV):
Allows you to adjust the exposure that has
been determined by the camera.
t step 5 in “Read This First”, page 37
Metering Mode:
Allows you to change the part of the
subject to be measured to determine the
exposure. t page 45
light
through
Recording sensitivity
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Hints for adjusting the exposure (EV)
The camera judges that the
subject is bright so that the
exposure is darker.
When shooting a whitish
overall image such as a backlit
subject or a snowy scene
Adjust in the +
direction
Enjoying the camera
The camera judges that the
subject is dark so that the
exposure is brighter.
Adjust in the –
direction
When shooting a darker overall
image
You can check the exposure referring to the histogram chart. Be careful not to overexpose or
underexpose your subject (giving a whitish or darkish image). t step 5 in “Read This
First”, page 38
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity
ISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device
(equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ
depending on the ISO sensitivity.
To adjust the ISO sensitivity t page 47
High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location.
However, the image tends to become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image.
However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.
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Color
On the effects of lighting
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
Example: The color of an image affected by light sources
Weather/lighting
Characteristics of light
Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent
White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish
The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 46).
Quality
On “image quality” and “image size”
A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels.
If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory,
and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels.
Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data
processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Description of the pixels and the image size
1 Image size: 6M
2 Image size: VGA
2112
2816 pixels × 2112 pixels = 5,947,392 pixels
640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels
640
Pixels
2816
480
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Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”)
Pixel
The default settings are marked with .
Image size Usage guidelines
6M (2816×2112) Larger
3:21) (2816×1872) Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio
3M (2048×1536) Up to 13×18cm/5×7"print
2M (1632×1224) Up to 10×15cm/4×6"print
VGA (640×480) For E-mail
Smaller
16:92)(1920×1080)
1)
Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.
2)
Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 102).
3)
By using a Memory Stick slot or USB connection, you can enjoy higher quality images.
Many pixels (Fine
image quality and
large file size)
Few pixels (Rough
image quality but
small file size)
Up to A4/8×10"print
Display On 16:9 HDTV
3)
Example: Printing in
up to A4 size
Example: An attached
image to be sent by email
Enjoying the camera
Movie image size
Frame/Second
Usage guidelines
640(Fine) (640×480) Approx. 30 Display on TV (high quality)
640(Standard) (640×480) Approx. 17 Display on TV (standard)
160 (160×112) Approx. 8 For E-mail
• The larger the image size, the higher the quality is.
• The more frames per second you played back, the smoother playback can be.
Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 47)
You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved. When you select a high
compression ratio, the image lacks the fineness of detail, but has a smaller file size.
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Identifying parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
A POWER lamp (
First”)
B Mode dial (33)
C /BRK button (41)
D Shutter button (
First”)
E Jog dial (32)
F FOCUS button (38)
G Microphone
H Self-timer lamp (
First”)/AF illuminator (59)
I Lens
J Flash (
t step 5 in “Read This First”)
K Hook for shoulder strap (20)
L A/V OUT jack (91)
M (USB) jack (73)
N Jack cover
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t step 2 in “Read This
t step 5 in “Read This
t step 5 in “Read This
A (Playback) button (
t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
B FINDER/LCD button (
t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
C Finder (
D Finder adjustment dial (
t step 5 in “Read This First”)
t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
E LCD screen (27)
F Control button
Menu on: v/V/b/B/
z (t step 2 in
“Read This First”)
Menu off: /// (
t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
G (Image Size/Delete) button
(
t step 4 and 6 in “Read This First”)
H Access lamp (
t step 4 in “Read This
First”)
I (STEADY SHOT) button (
5 in “Read This First”)
J POWER button (
t step 2 in “Read This
First”)
t step
K For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button
(
t step 5 in “Read This First”)
For viewing: / (Playback zoom)
button/ (Index) button (
t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
L (Screen display switch) button (27)
M MENU button (43)
N Hook for shoulder strap (20)
O AC Adaptor cord cover
When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor
(not supplied)
For details, refer to the operation
manual supplied with the AC adaptor.
T Tripod receptacle (bottom)
• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than
5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to
firmly secure the camera to tripods having
screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and
may damage the camera.
Enjoying the camera
• Do not pinch the cord when you close the
cover.
P Speaker (bottom)
Q “Memory Stick Duo” cover (bottom)
(
t step 3 in “Read This First”)
R OPEN button (bottom) (
t step 1 in
“Read This First”)
S Battery cover (bottom) (
t step 1 in
“Read This First”)
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Attaching the shoulder strap and the
lens cap
Attaching the lens hood
When you shoot in bright lighting
conditions, such as outdoors, we
recommend that you use the lens hood to
reduce the image quality deterioration
caused by unnecessary light.
1 Attach the adaptor ring.
2 Position the lens hood as shown below and
turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.
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• You can attach the lens cap with the lens hood
attached.
• When using the lens hood, be careful that the
following:
– The AF illuminator light may be blocked.
– The flash light may be blocked, causing the
shadow to appear when using the built-in
flash.
Storing the lens hood
The lens hood can be attached in the reverse
direction to store it with the camera when it
is not in use.
Position the lens hood as shown below and
turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.
Attaching a conversion lens (not
supplied)
When you want to do enhanced wide-angle
shots or zoom-in shots on distant objects,
attach a conversion lens.
1 Attach the adaptor ring.
2 Attach a conversion lens.
• For details, see the operating instructions
supplied with your conversion lens.
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Indicators on the screen
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
When shooting still images
When shooting movies
A
Display Indication
Battery remaining (t step
1 in “Read This First”)
z AE/AF lock (
“Read This First”)
M
BRK Recording mode (33, 41)
t step 5 in
Display Indication
P S A M Mode dial (33)
Camera mode (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
SL
Flash mode (
t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
Flash charging
Zoom scaling (57,
1.3
in “Read This First”)
Red-eye reduction (58)
REAR Flash synchro (60)
Sharpness (48)
Contrast (48)
Conversion lens (61)
ON
AF illuminator (59)
Metering mode (45)
VIVID
Color mode (45)
NATURAL
SEPIA B&W
t step 5
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STBY
REC
WB
White balance (46)
Standby/Recording a movie
(
t step 5 in “Read This
First”)
Mode dial (Scene
Selection) (
t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
BC
Display Indication
Peaking High
Peaking Low
Peaking Off
2 5 10 90cm
0.9 2 5m
Peaking (40)
Manual focus bar (40)
zSet Flexible spot AF (39)
Manual focus (40)
t step 5 in “Read
Macro (
This First”)
Manual focus (40)
S AF M A F C AF
AF mode (57)
AF range finder frame
indicator (38)
STEADY SHOT OFF (
step 5 in “Read This First”)
t
Display Indication
Image size (t step 4 in
“Read This First”)
STD
6 40
1M
• is displayed only when
the Multi Burst is activated.
160
16:9
3:26M 3M
1M VGA
FINE
6 40
FINE STD Image quality (47)
101
Recording folder (63)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
Remaining internal
memory capacity (29)
Remaining “Memory
Stick” capacity (28)
00:00:00
[00:28:05]
Recording time [maximum
recordable time] (28, 29)
1/30" Multi Burst interval (48)
400 Remaining number of
recordable images (28, 29)
Self-timer (
t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display
(105)
ISO number (47)
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DE
Display Indication
Vibration warning (13)
• Indicates vibration may
prevent you from shooting
clear images due to
insufficient lighting. Even if
the vibration warning
appears, you can still shoot
images. However, we
recommend that you turn on
the anti-blur function, you
use the flash for better
lighting or using a tripod or
other means to stabilize the
camera.
E Low battery warning (31,
105)
+ Spot metering cross hair
(45)
AF range finder frame (38)
Display Indication
Histogram (27, 38)
NR slow shutter (36)
• When using certain shutter
speeds*, the NR slow
shutter function activates
automatically to reduce the
picture noise.
* When [ISO] is [Auto],
[80] to [200]: 1/6 second
or slower
When [ISO] is [400] to
[1000], or the mode dial
is set to (High
Sensitivity): 1/25 second
or slower
125 Shutter speed (36)
F3.5 Aperture value (36)
+2.0EV Exposure Value (37,
t
step5 in “Read This First”)
MOVE
MOVE
Flexible spot AF (39)
Manual focus (40)
zOK
Menu (43)
(not displayed
on the screen
on the previous
page)
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When playing back still images
1
2
BACK/NEXT
VOLUME
When playing back movies
1
2
3
4
5
3
4
5
A
Display Indication
Battery remaining (t step
1 in “Read This First”)
M
160
16:9
3:26M 3M
1M VGA
FINE
6 40
Recording mode (33, 41)
Image size (
“Read This First”)
STD
6 40
Playback mode (
t step 4 in
t step 6
in “Read This First”)
- Protect (50)
Print order (DPOF) mark
(89)
Change folder (49)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
1.3
Step
12/16
N Playback (
Zoom scaling (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
Frame by frame playback
(42)
t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
Vo l um e ( t step 6 in “Read
This First”)
B
Display Indication
101-0012 Folder-file number (49)
Playback bar (
t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
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C
Display Indication
PictBridge connecting (87)
101
101
Recording folder (63)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
Playback folder (49)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
Remaining internal
memory capacity (29)
Remaining “Memory
Stick” capacity (28)
8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of
images recorded in selected
folder
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display
(105)
00:00:12 Counter (
t step 6 in “Read
This First”)
D
Display Indication
PictBridge connecting (88)
• Do not disconnect the
USB cable, while the icon
is displayed.
+2.0EV Exposure Value (37,
t step
5 in “Read This First”)
ISO number (47)
Metering mode (45)
Flash
WB
White balance (46)
E
Display Indication
Histogram (27, 38)
• appears when histogram
display is disabled.
2006 1 1
9:30 AM
DPOF
z PAU SE
z PLAY
BACK/
Recorded date/time of the
playback image
Menu (43)
Playing back Multi Burst
images in series (41)
Select images
NEXT
VOLUME
Adjust volume
500 Shutter speed (36)
F3.5 Aperture value (36)
Playback image (t step 6
in “Read This First”)
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Changing the screen display
Each time you press the (Screen display
switch) button, the display changes as
follows.
(Screen
display
switch) button
Histogram on
Histogram display
Indicators off
Indicators on
• By pressing the (Screen display switch)
button longer, you can brighten the EVF
backlight (page 65).
• When you set the histogram display to on,
image information is displayed during playback.
• The histogram does not appear in the following
situations:
While shooting
– When the menu is displayed.
– When recording movies
During playback
– When the menu is displayed.
– In index mode
– When you are using playback zoom.
– When you are rotating still images.
– During playback of movies
• A large difference in the histogram displayed
when shooting and during playback may occur
when:
– The flash strobes.
– The shutter speed is slow or high.
• The histogram may not appear for images
recorded using other cameras.
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Number of still images and recording time of movies
The tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that
can be recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera. The values may vary
depending on the shooting conditions. For image size and image quality,
This First”, see page 16.
t step 4 in “Read
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and
[Standard] on the lower line.)
Capacity
Size
6M 10 21 42 77 157 322 660
3:2 10214277157322660
3M 20 41 82 148 302 617 1266
2M 33 66 133 238 484 988 2025
VGA 196 394 790 1428 2904 5928 12154
16:9 33 66 133 238 484 988 2025
• The number of images listed is for when the normal mode is selected.
• When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears.
• You can resize the images later ([Resize], page 52).
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
19 39 79 142 290 592 1215
19 39 79 142 290 592 1215
37 74 149 264 537 1097 2250
61 123 246 446 907 1852 3798
491 985 1975 3571 7261 14821 30385
61 123 246 446 907 1852 3798
(Units: Images)
The recording time of movies (Units: hour : minute : second)
Capacity
Size
640(Fine) – – – 0:02:57 0:06:02 0:12:20 0:25:18
640(Standard) 0:01:27 0:02:56 0:05:54 0:10:42 0:21:47 0:44:27 1:31:09
160 0:22:42 0:45:39 1:31:33 2:51:21 5:47:05 11:44:22 24:18:25
• Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
• When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ
from the actual image size.
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
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When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory)
The camera has 30 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there
is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal
memory.
• Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory.
When a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick
Duo”.
[Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” are
B
Internal
B
memory
Recordable number of still images and time of movies in the internal memory are as follows.
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and
[Standard] on the lower line.)
Capacity
30MB 9 9 19 31 183 31
Size
6M 3:2 3M 2M VGA 16:9
18 18 34 57 459 57
played back.
[Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed
on images on the “Memory Stick Duo”.
When there is no “Memory Stick Duo”
inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded using the internal
memory.
[Playback]: Images stored in the internal memory are
played back.
[Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed
on images in the internal memory.
(Units: Images)
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(Units: hour : minute : second)
Size
Capacity
30MB 0:01:21 0:21:59
640(Standard) 160
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On image data stored in the internal memory
We recommend that you copy (back up) data without fail using one of the following methods.
To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick Duo”
Prepare a “Memory Stick Duo” with a capacity of 32 MB or mo re, then perform the procedure
explained in [Copy] (page 64).
To copy (back up) data on a hard disk of your computer
Perform the procedure on pages 72 to 74 without a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the
camera.
• You cannot move image data on a “Memory Stick Duo” to the internal memory.
• You can copy data stored in the internal memory to a computer via a USB connection between a computer
and your camera, but you cannot copy data on a computer to the internal memory.
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