SONY DSC-HX5, DSC-HX5V User Manual

Download

Page 1

4-172-673-21(1)

DSC-HX5/HX5V

GB Digital Still Camera/Instruction Manual ES

Cámara fotografía digital/Manual de instrucciones

Page 2

English

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-HX5/HX5V

Serial No. ______________________________

WARNING

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

CAUTION

[ Battery pack

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

• Do not disassemble.

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

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

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

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

Page 3

• 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.

[ Battery charger

Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket).

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

[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

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

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

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

[ Battery pack

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

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Page 4

For Customers in the U.S.A.

UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed.

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.: DSC-HX5V 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 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.

[ 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.

Page 5

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

Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this DSC-HX5V Digital Still Camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

[ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the R&TTE Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

[ Attention

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

[ Notice

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

[ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in

the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural

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

Page 6

[ Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union

and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.

By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-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.

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.

Page 7

Getting started

Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF) on supplied

CD-ROM ..............................................................................8

Checking the accessories supplied ....................................8

Notes on using the camera..................................................8

Identifying parts.................................................................12

Charging the battery pack.................................................13

Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold

separately) .........................................................................15

Setting the clock ................................................................18

Shooting/viewing images

Shooting still images..........................................................19

Shooting movies ................................................................20

Viewing images..................................................................21

“Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF)

Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot

Handbook”)........................................................................22

Others

List of icons displayed on the screen ................................23

Number of still images and recordable time of movies .....25

Precautions ........................................................................26

Specifications ....................................................................28

Page 8

Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF) on supplied CD-ROM

For details on advanced operations, please read “Cybershot Handbook” (PDF) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” for in-depth instructions on shooting or viewing images and connecting the camera to your computer, printer or TV (page 22).

Checking the accessories supplied

• Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1)

• Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1)

• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/Battery case (1)

• USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1)

• HDMI adaptor (1)

• Wrist strap (1)

•CD-ROM (1)

– Cyber-shot application software – “Cyber-shot Handbook”

• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

Notes on using the camera

Changing the language setting

The screen language setting, press the MENU button, then select

(Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Language Setting].

Internal memory and memory card back up

Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, or remove the memory card while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the internal memory data or the memory card may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your data.

Page 9

Functions built into this camera

• This manual describes the functions of GPS-compatible/incompatible devices, TransferJet-compatible/incompatible devices, 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. – To determine whether your camera supports the GPS function, check the

model name of your camera. GPS-compatible: DSC-HX5V GPS-incompatible: DSC-HX5

– To check if your camera supports the TransferJet function, and whether it

is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-compatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. TransferJet-compatible device: (TransferJet) 1080 60i-compatible device: 60i 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i

• In an airplane, make sure to turn off the camera following cabin announcements.

On GPS-compatible devices (DSC-HX5V only)

• Use GPS in accordance with regulations of countries and regions where you use it.

• The direction or location information will be recorded to your camera in the default setting. If you do not record the direction or location information, set [GPS setting] to [Off].

On database files

When you insert a memory card without a database file into the camera and turn on the power, part of the memory card capacity is used to automatically create a database file. It may take some time until you can perform the next operation.

Notes on recording/playback

• When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save precious data on a computer, etc.

• If you repeatedly record/delete images, fragmentation of data may occur on the memory card. Movies may not be able to be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images to a PC or other storage location, then [Format].

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

• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions” (page 26) before operating the camera.

Page 10

• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water enters inside the camera, a malfunction may occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be repaired.

• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the malfunction of the camera.

• Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. Otherwise, the camera may not properly record or play back images.

• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.

• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera.

• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may not be able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become unusable or image data may be damaged.

• 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 and lens

• The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, some tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the LCD screen. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording.

• When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Insert a charged battery pack and turn on the camera again.

On camera’s temperature

Your camera and battery may get warm due to continuous use, but it is not a malfunction.

On the overheat protection

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 LCD screen before the power turns off or you can no longer record movies.

On image data compatibility

• The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

• Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera.

Page 11

Notes when playing movies on other devices

• This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played by the following devices. – Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High

Profile

– Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format

• This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264.

• Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) can be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices. DVD-based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible with the AVCHD format. Also, DVD-based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs.

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.

No compensation for damaged content or recording failure

Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.

Page 12

Identifying parts

A Shutter button B Mode dial C For shooting: W/T (Zoom) lever

For viewing: (Playback zoom) lever/ (Index) lever

D Flash E ON/OFF (Power) button F (Burst/Bracket) button G Microphone H Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter

lamp/AF illuminator

I Lens J LCD screen K Hook for wrist strap L MOVIE (Movie) button M (Playback) button N Control button

Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ / /

O (Delete) button P MENU button Q Tripod receptacle

• 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.

R Speaker S Multi connector T Battery/memory card cover U Access lamp V Battery insertion slot

W Battery eject lever X Memory card slot Y (TransferJet™) mark

Page 13

Charging the battery pack

Insert the battery pack into the

battery charger.

• You can charge the battery even when it is partially charged.

Battery pack

Connect the battery

charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).

If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour after the CHARGE lamp turns off, the charge will last slightly longer (full charge).

CHARGE lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished (normal charge)

For customers in the USA and Canada

Plug

CHARGE lamp

For customers in countries/regions other than the USA and Canada

Power cord (Mains lead)

CHARGE lamp

When charging is finished, disconnect the battery

charger.

Page 14

Charging time

Full charge time Normal charge time

Approx. 330 min. Approx. 270 min.

Notes

• The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.

• Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).

• When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the battery charger.

• Be sure to use the battery pack or the battery charger of the genuine Sony brand.

Battery life and number of still images you can record/view

Battery life (min.) No. of Images

Recording Approx. 155 Approx. 310

Viewing Approx. 260 Approx. 5200

Notes

• The number of still images that can be recorded is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) – DISP (Screen Display Settings) is set to [Normal]. – Shooting once every 30 seconds. – The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends. – The flash strobes once every two times. – The power turns on and off once every ten times. – A fully charged battery pack (supplied) is used at an ambient temperature of

25 °C (77 °F).

– Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately).

• Figures are calculated based on optimum GPS triangulating conditions. The number of recordable images/time may vary depending on GPS triangulating status (DSC-HX5V only).

z Using the camera abroad

You can use the camera and the battery charger (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter). This may cause a malfunction.

Page 15

Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold separately)

Open the cover.

Insert the memory card

(sold separately).

With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.

Insert the battery pack.

Check the direction of the battery, insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever in the direction of the arrow. Insert the battery until the battery eject lever is locked.

Ensure the notched corner faces correctly.

Close the cover.

Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera.

Page 16

Memory cards that you can use

The following memory cards are compatible with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, “Memory Stick Duo” media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards. MultiMediaCard is not compatible. In this manual, “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media and “Memory Stick Duo” media are collectively referred to as “Memory Stick Duo” media.

On “Memory Stick Duo” media

For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a “Memory Stick Duo” media of 1 GB or larger marked with: – (“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media)* – (“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”

media) * Only “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media marked with Mark2

can be used.

For details on the number of images/time that can be recorded, see page 25.

To remove the memory card

Access lamp

Note

• Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to data in the memory card/internal memory.

Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, then push the memory card in once.

When there is no memory card inserted

Images are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 45 MB). To copy images from the internal memory to a memory card, insert the memory card in the camera, then select MENU t (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Copy].

Page 17

To remove the battery pack

Battery eject lever

Checking the remaining battery charge

A remaining charge indicator appears on the LCD screen.

High

Notes

• It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.

• The remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances.

• When [Power Save] is set to [Stamina] or [Standard], if you do not operate the camera running on a battery pack for a certain amount of time, the brightness level on the LCD screen becomes dark, and then the camera automatically turns off to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto Power off).

• To prevent terminal contamination, or short-circuiting with metallic objects, etc., always carry or store the battery in the supplied case.

Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.

Low

Page 18

Setting the clock

Press the ON/OFF (Power)

button.

The camera is turned on.

• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation.

Select a setting item with

v/V on the control button, then press z.

Date & Time Format: Selects the date and time display format. Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings On/Off. Date & Time: Sets the date and time.

ON/OFF (Power) button

Control button

Set the numeric value and desired settings with v/V/

b/B, then press z.

• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.

Follow the instructions on the screen. Select your

desired area with b/B on the control button, then press z.

Select [OK], then press z.

Setting the date and time again

Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t (Clock Settings).

Page 19

Shooting still images

Set the mode dial to

(Intelligent Auto Adjustment), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button.

Hold the camera steady as

illustrated.

• Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to (T) to zoom

in, and to (W) to zoom out.

Press the shutter button

halfway down to focus.

When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights.

ON/OFF (Power) button

Mode dial

Shutter button

AE/AF lock

Press the shutter button

fully down.

• Do not cover the part showing

with the illustration.

Do not cover with your fingers.

Page 20

Shooting movies

Set the mode dial to

(Movie Mode), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button.

Press the shutter button fully

down to start recording.

• You can start recording also by

pressing MOVIE (Movie) button.

• Do not cover the microphone.

ON/OFF (Power) button

Mode dial

Do not cover with your fingers.

MOVIE (Movie) button

Press the shutter button fully down again to stop

recording.

Note

• The operating sound of the lens is recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie.

Changing the Movie format

Change the Movie format by MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Movie format].

Page 21

Viewing images

Press the (Playback)

button.

• When images on a memory card recorded with other cameras are played back on this camera, the registration screen for the data file appears.

Selecting next/previous

(Playback) button

image

Select an image with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button.

•Press z in the center of the control

button to view movies.

Deleting an image

1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with v on the

control button, then press z.

Returning to shooting images

Control button

(Delete)

button

Press the shutter button halfway down.

Turning off the camera

Press ON/OFF (Power) button.

Page 22

Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot Handbook”)

“Cyber-shot Handbook”, which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.

For Windows users

Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM

(supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.

Click [Cyber-shot Handbook].

Start “Cyber-shot Handbook” from the shortcut on

the desktop.

For Macintosh users

Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM

(supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.

Select the [Handbook] folder and copy

“Handbook.pdf” stored in the [GB] folder to your computer.

After copying is complete, double-click

“Handbook.pdf”.

Page 23

List of icons displayed on the screen

When shooting still images

• The icons are limited in Easy Shooting mode.

When shooting movies

Display Indication

Metering Mode

Vibration warning

Scene Recognition

Burst Shooting Interval

Bracket Shooting

Bracket Settings

Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator

Display Indication

Battery remaining

Low battery warning

Image Size/Quality

Scene Selection

Mode dial (Intelligent Auto Adjustment/Anti Motion Blur/Hand-held Twilight/Backlight Correction HDR/Movie Mode/iSweep Panorama/Manual Exposure Shooting/ Program Auto)

Zoom scaling

Display Indication

ISO400 ISO number

125 Shutter speed

F3.5 Aperture value

+2.0EV Exposure Value

Standby Recording a movie/

0:12 Recording time (m:s)

AE/AF lock

NR slow shutter

Focus

Standby a movie

Scene Recognition icon

White balance

Page 24

Display Indication

Recording folder

96 Number of recordable

images

100Min Recordable time

Recording/Playback Media (Memory card, internal memory)

Direction (DSC-HX5V only)

GPS triangulating status (DSC-HX5V only)

AF illuminator

Red-eye reduction

Flash mode

Flash charging

Display Indication

Self-timer

C:32:00

Self-diagnosis display

Destination

Overheating warning

Face Detection

Database file full/ Database file error

AF range finder frame

Spot metering cross hair

Histogram

• appears when histogram display is disabled.

Page 25

Number of still images and recordable time of movies

The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.

Still images/Panoramic images

(Units: Images)

Capacity

Size

10M 9 402 808 1637 3334 6588

5M 14 582 1168 2366 4819 9524

VGA 284 11760 23600 47810 97350 192380

16:9(7M) 9 400 802 1626 3311 6543

16:9(2M) 47 1960 3934 7968 16220 32060

Wide (horizontal) 12 516 1035 2096 4270 8437

Standard (horizontal) 15 625 1255 2543 5178 10230

Wide (vertical) 10 423 849 1719 3502 6920

Standard (vertical) 10 442 887 1797 3660 7232

Notes

Internal memory

Approx.

45 MB

Memory card formatted with this camera

2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB

• When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 99,999, the “>99999” indicator appears.

• When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size.

Page 26

Movies

The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes.

(Units: hour : minute : second)

Capacity

Quality/Size

AVC HD 17M FH —

AVC HD 9M HQ —

MP4 12M —

MP4 6M —

MP4 3M

Note

• The continuous shooting time differs according to the shooting conditions (temperature, etc.). The value above apply when DISP (Screen Display Settings) is set to [Normal].

Internal memory

Approx.

45 MB

0:01:40 1:15:10 2:31:10 5:06:20 10:23:50 20:33:00

Memory card formatted with this camera

2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB

0:14:00 0:28:30 0:58:10 1:58:50 3:55:20

0:28:00 0:57:00 1:56:20 3:57:50 7:50:40

0:20:40 0:41:40 1:24:40 2:52:30 5:41:00

0:40:40 1:21:50 2:45:50 5:37:50 11:07:50

Precautions

Do not use/store the camera in the following places

• In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.

• Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.

• In a location subject to rocking vibration

• Near strong magnetic place

• In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired.

On carrying

Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.

Page 27

On cleaning

Cleaning the LCD screen

Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (sold separately) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.

Cleaning the lens

Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.

Cleaning the camera surface

Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing: – Do not expose the camera to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol,

disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide. – Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand. – Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time.

On operating temperatures

Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.

On the internal rechargeable backup battery

This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods, it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about one month it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera. However, even if this rechargeable battery is not charged, you can still use the camera, but the date and time will not be indicated.

Charging method of the internal rechargeable backup battery

Insert charged battery pack in the camera, and then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off.

Page 28

Specifications

Camera

[System]

Image device: 7.59 mm (1/2.4 type)

Exmor R CMOS sensor

Total pixel number of camera:

Approx. 10.6 Megapixels

Effective pixel number of camera:

Approx. 10.2 Megapixels

Lens: Sony G 10× zoom lens

f = 4.25 mm – 42.5 mm (25 mm – 250 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.5 (W) – F5.5 (T) While shooting movies (16:9): 30 mm – 300 mm While shooting movies (4:3): 36 mm – 360 mm

Exposure control: Automatic exposure,

Scene Selection (11 modes)

White balance: Automatic, Daylight,

Cloudy, Fluorescent 1/2/3, Incandescent, Flash, One Push

Signal format:

For 1080 50i: PAL color, CCIR standards HDTV 1080/50i specification For 1080 60i: NTSC color, EIA standards HDTV 1080/60i specification

File format:

Still images: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.21, MPF Baseline) compliant, DPOF compatible Movies (AVCHD format): AVCHD Ver. 1.0 compliant Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch, equipped with Dolby Digital Stereo Creator

• Manufactured under license from

Dolby Laboratories.

Movies (MP4 format): Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch

Recording media: Internal Memory

(Approx. 45 MB), “Memory Stick Duo” media, SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards (Class 4, 6,

10)

Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity

(Recommended Exposure Index) set to Auto): Approx. 0.05 m to 3.8 m (W) (2 inches to 12 ft 5 5/8 inches) Approx. 1.0 m to 2.6 m (T) (3 ft 3 3/8 inches to 8 ft 6 3/8 inches)

[Input and Output connectors]

Multi use terminal Type2c

(AV-out (SD/HD Component)/ HDMI/USB/DC-in): Video output Audio output (Stereo) USB communication

USB communication: Hi-Speed USB

(USB 2.0 compliant)

[LCD screen]

LCD panel: 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT

drive

Total number of dots: 230 400 (960 ×

240) dots

[Power, general]

Power: Rechargeable battery pack

NP-BG1, 3.6 V NP-FG1 (sold separately), 3.6 V AC-LS5 AC Adaptor (sold separately), 4.2 V

Power consumption (during shooting):

1.1 W

Page 29

Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C

(32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C

(–4 °F to +140 °F)

Dimensions: 102.9 × 57.7 × 28.9 mm

(4 1/8 × 2 3/8 × 1 3/16 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions)

Mass (including NP-BG1 battery pack,

Memory card): Approx. 200 g

(7.1 oz.) Microphone: Stereo Speaker: Monaural Exif Print: Compatible PRINT Image Matching III:

Compatible PictBridge: Compatible

BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE battery charger

Power requirements: AC 100 V to

240 V, 50/60 Hz, 2 W Output voltage: DC 4.2 V, 0.25 A Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C

(32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C

(–4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions: Approx. 55 × 24 × 83 mm

(2 1/4 × 3 1/32 × 3 3/8 inches)

(W/H/D) Mass: Approx. 55 g (1.9 oz.)

Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1

Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V Maximum charge current: 1.44 A Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V Capacity:

typical: 3.4 Wh (960 mAh)

minimum: 3.3 Wh (910 mAh)

Trademarks

• The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

, “Cyber-shot,” “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” , “Memory Stick Duo,”

, “Memory

Stick PRO Duo,”

, “Memory

Stick PRO-HG Duo,”

, “Memory

Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,”

, “PhotoTV HD,” “InfoLITHIUM,” “DVDirect,” TransferJet, TransferJet logos

• “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

• “Blu-ray Disc” and the logo are trademarks.

• Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

• Microsoft, Windows, DirectX and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc..

• Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

• SDHC logo is a trademark.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

• MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association.

Page 30

• “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc..

• Adobe and Reader are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

• The OBEX word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Infrared Data Association (IrDA

• In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual.

Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.

Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.

Page 31

Printed in China

Page 32

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Cyber-shot Handbook

DSC-HX5/HX5V/HX5C

Index

Page 33

How to use this handbook

Click on a button at upper right to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to view.

contents

Table of

Search for information by function.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Marks and notations used in this handbook

Search for information by operation.

Search for information in a listing of MENU/Settings items.

Search for information by keyword.

In this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t). Operate the camera in the order indicated. Marks are shown as they appear in the camera’s default setting.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

The default setting is indicated by .

Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to the correct operation of the camera.

z Indicates information that is useful to

know.

Page 34

Notes on using the camera

contents

Table of

Notes on the types of memory card that you can use (sold separately)

The following memory cards are compatible with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, “Memory Stick Duo” media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards. MultiMediaCard is not compatible. Memory cards with a capacity up to 32 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with the camera. In this manual, “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media and “Memory Stick Duo” media are collectively referred to as “Memory Stick Duo” media.

On “Memory Stick Duo” media:

For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a “Memory Stick Duo” media of 1 GB or larger marked with: – (“Memory Stick PRO

Duo” media)*

– (“Memory Stick PRO-

HG Duo” media)

* Only “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media

marked with Mark2 can be used.

• For details on “Memory Stick Duo” media, see page 150.

When using a “Memory Stick Duo” media with standard sized “Memory Stick” media slot

You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” media by inserting it into the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold separately).

“Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor

Functions built into this camera

• This manual describes the functions of GPScompatible/incompatible devices, TransferJetcompatible/incompatible devices, 1080 60icompatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. – To determine whether your camera supports

the GPS function, check the model name of your camera. GPS-compatible: DSC-HX5V GPS-incompatible: DSC-HX5/HX5C

– To check if your camera supports the

TransferJet function, and whether it is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. TransferJet-compatible device:

(TransferJet) 1080 60i-compatible device: 60i 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i

• The DSC-HX5C is not compatible with the TransferJet function.

• In an airplane, make sure to turn off the camera following cabin announcements.

On GPS-compatible devices (DSCHX5V only)

• Use GPS in accordance with regulations of countries and regions where you use it.

• The direction and location information will be recorded to your camera in the default setting. If you do not record the direction and location information, set [GPS setting] to [Off] (page 104).

Notes on the battery pack

• Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for the first time.

• You can charge the battery pack even if it is not completely discharged. In addition, even if the battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is.

• If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a long time, use up the existing charge and remove it from the camera, then store it in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery pack functions.

• For details on the usable battery pack, see page 152.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Continued r

Page 35

Notes on the LCD screen and lens

• The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over

99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, some tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the LCD screen. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording.

Black, white, red, blue or green dots

• 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.

• Be careful not to bump the movable lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.

Note when playing movies on other devices

This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played by the following devices. – Other AVCHD format compatible devices

which are not compatible with High Profile

– Devices which are not compatible with the

AVCHD format This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG4 AVC/H.264.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

On moisture condensation

• If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera.

• If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.

The images used in this Handbook

The images used as examples in this Handbook are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera.

Page 36

Notes on using the camera

How to use this handbook····································· 2 Notes on using the camera ··································· 3 Operation Search·················································· 8 MENU/Settings Search ······································· 11 Identifying parts··················································· 15 List of icons displayed on the screen ·················· 16 Using the mode dial ············································ 18 Using the internal memory ·································· 19

Shooting

Intelligent Auto Adjustment ································· 20 Easy Shooting····················································· 21 Anti Motion Blur··················································· 23 Hand-held Twilight ·············································· 24 Backlight Correction HDR ··································· 25 Scene Selection ·················································· 26 Movie Mode························································· 28 Intelligent Sweep Panorama ······························· 29 Manual Exposure Shooting································· 31 Program Auto ······················································ 32 Zoom ··································································· 33 DISP (Screen Display Settings) ····························34 Flash ··································································· 36 Smile Shutter······················································· 37 Self-Timer···························································· 38 Burst/Bracket button············································ 39

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 37

Viewing

Viewing still images············································· 40 Playback zoom···················································· 41 Image Index ························································ 42 Delete·································································· 43 Viewing movies ··················································· 45

MENU (Shooting)

contents

Table of

Operation

(Viewing)

Settings

MENU items (Shooting) ······································ 11

MENU items (Viewing) ········································ 12

Setting items ······················································· 13

Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV ····························································· 117

Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV······································································ 118

MENU/Settings

Index

Computer

Using with your computer·································· 122 Using the software ············································ 123 Connecting the camera to the computer···············125 Uploading images to a media service ···················127 Creating a movie disc ············································129

Page 38

Printing

Printing still images ··········································· 133

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ················································ 135 Warning indicators and messages ···················· 144

contents

Table of

Operation

Others

Index

Using the camera abroad·································· 149 “Memory Stick Duo” media································ 150 Battery pack ······················································ 152 Battery charger·················································· 153 AVCHD format ·················································· 154 GPS (DSC-HX5V only) ····································· 155 TransferJet standard········································· 156

Index ································································· 157

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 39

Operation Search

contents

Table of

Leaving the settings to the camera

Shooting movies

Shooting portraits

Shooting in manual mode

Intelligent Auto Adjustment······························· 20 Scene Selection··················································· 26 Scene Recognition ·············································· 63

Movie Mode··························································· 28 Movie format ························································· 83

Soft Snap ······························································· 26 Twilight Portrait ···················································· 26 Smile Shutter ························································ 37 Scene Recognition ·············································· 63 Face Detection····················································· 66 Anti Blink ································································ 68 Red Eye Reduction ············································· 88

Manual Exposure Shooting ······························ 31

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Shooting panoramic images

Shooting best shots of your pet

Shooting moving objects

Intelligent Sweep Panorama ···························· 29

Pet············································································ 26

Advanced Sports Shooting······························· 26 Movie Mode··························································· 28 Burst Settings ······················································· 52

Page 40

Shooting without blur

Shooting with backlight

Shooting in dark places

Anti Motion Blur···················································· 23 Hand-held Twilight ·············································· 24 High Sensitivity····················································· 26 2-second delay self-timer·································· 38 ISO··········································································· 56 SteadyShot ···························································· 69

Backlight Correction HDR································· 25 Forced Flash························································· 36 Scene Recognition ·············································· 63

Anti Motion Blur···················································· 23 High Sensitivity····················································· 26 Slow Synchro························································ 36 ISO··········································································· 56

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Adjusting exposure

Changing focus position

Changing image size/ quality

Deleting images

Displaying enlarged images

Editing images

Playing back a series of images in order

EV ············································································ 55

Index

Focus ······································································ 60 Face Detection····················································· 66

Image Size/Quality·············································· 48

Delete································································ 43, 78 Format ·································································· 108

Playback zoom····················································· 41 Trimming (Resize)··············································· 77

Retouch ·································································· 77

Slideshow ······························································ 70

Page 41

Shooting/Viewing with easy-to-see indicators

Easy Shooting ······················································ 21

contents

Table of

Printing images with the date

Changing date and time settings

Initializing settings

GPS (DSC-HX5V only)

Printing images

Viewing on TVs

Using the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)”

················································································ 123

Area Setting ························································ 114 Date & Time Setting·········································· 115

Initialize··································································· 95

GPS assist data ··················································· 93 GPS setting··················································· 51, 104 Adjust Compass················································· 106 Auto Clock ADJ·················································· 116

Print ······································································· 133

Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV································································· 117

Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV ································································ 118

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Creating an AVCHD format disc

Creating a movie disc······································· 129

Page 42

MENU/Settings Search

MENU items (Shooting)

You can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button.

contents

Table of

1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the

camera to shooting mode.

ON/OFF (Power) button

2 Press the MENU button to display the Menu

screen.

3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on

the control button.

4 Press the MENU button to turn off the Menu

screen.

In the table below, indicates settings that can be changed, while - indicates settings that cannot be changed. A setting may be fixed or restricted depending on the shooting mode. For details, see the page for each item. The icons below indicate the available modes.

Mode dial

Menu items

Scene Selection

Shooting Direction

Image Size/Quality

GPS setting (DSCHX5V only)

Burst Settings

— — ——— ————

————— — — ——

— ————————

— ——— ——

MENU button

Control button

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Burst Shooting Interval

Bracket Settings

ISO

White Balance

Focus

Metering Mode

Scene Recognition

Smile Detection Sensitivity

Face Detection

Anti Blink

SteadyShot

— ——— ——

— — ——— ——

—— —

— — ——— ——

——

———— — —

—— — —

—————————

— ——— ——

— ——

— — ——— ————

————— — ———

Continued r

Page 43

Mode dial

Menu items

(Settings)

—

Notes

• [Quality] appears on the screen when [Movie format] is set to [AVCHD].

• Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen.

MENU items (Viewing)

You can select the various viewing functions easily from the MENU button.

contents

Table of

Operation

1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to

playback mode.

2 Press the MENU button to display the Menu

screen.

3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on

the control button.

4 Press z on the center of the control button.

In the table below, indicates settings that can be changed, while

- indicates settings that cannot be changed.

View Mode

Menu items

(Slideshow)

(Send by TransferJet)

(View Mode)

(Display Burst Group)

(Retouch)

(Delete)

(Protect)

DPOF

(Print)

(Rotate)

(Select Folder)

(Settings)

Date View Folder view

———

Memory card

Folder view

(Still)

————

(MP4)

———

——

———

——

(Playback)

button

AVCHD

view

Control button

MENU/Settings

MENU button

Index

Internal

Memory

Folder View

—

Note

• Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen.

Page 44

Setting items

You can change the settings on the (Settings) screen.

contents

Table of

1 Press the MENU button to display the Menu

screen.

2 Select (Settings) with V on the control button,

then press z on the center of the control button to display the setup screen.

3 Select each item with v/V/b/B, then z.

4 Select the desired setting, then press z.

Categories Items

Shooting Settings

Main Settings

Movie format

AF Illuminator

Grid Line

Digital Zoom

Auto Orientation

Red Eye Reduction

Blink Alert

Beep

Language Setting

Function Guide

GPS assist data (DSC-HX5V only)

Demo Mode

Initialize

HDMI Resolution

CTRL FOR HDMI

COMPONENT

USB Connect

LUN Settings

Download Music

Format Music

Power Save

GPS setting (DSC-HX5V only)

Adjust Compass (DSC-HX5V only)

TransferJet

Control button

MENU button

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Continued r

Page 45

Categories Items

Memory Card Tool

Internal Memory Tool

Clock Settings

Notes

• [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode.

• [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted.

Format

Create REC.Folder

Change REC.Folder

Delete REC.Folder

Copy

File Number

Format

File Number

Area Setting

Date & Time Setting

Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX5V only)

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 46

Identifying parts

A Shutter button B Mode dial (18) C For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever (33)

For viewing: (Playback zoom) lever/

(Index) lever (41, 42)

D Flash E ON/OFF (Power) button F (Burst/Bracket) button G Microphone H Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF

illuminator

I Lens J LCD screen K Hook for wrist strap* L MOVIE (Movie) button M (Playback) button (40) N (Delete) button (43) O MENU button (11) P Control button

Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ / /

Q Tripod receptacle R Speaker S Multi connector T Battery/Memory card cover U Access lamp V Battery insertion slot W Battery eject lever X Memory card slot Y (TransferJet™) mark (73, 107)

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

* Using the wrist strap

The wrist strap is already attached to the camera at the factory. Place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.

Hook

Page 47

List of icons displayed on the screen

Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button.

contents

Table of

When shooting still images

• The icons are limited in Easy Shooting mode.

When shooting movies

When playing back

Display Indication

Battery remaining

Low battery warning

Image Size/Quality

Scene Selection

Mode dial (Intelligent Auto Adjustment/Anti Motion Blur/ Hand-held Twilight/Backlight Correction HDR/Movie Mode/ iSweep Panorama/Manual Exposure Shooting/Program Auto)

Scene Recognition icon

White Balance

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Metering Mode

Vibration warning

Scene Recognition

Burst Shooting Interval

Bracket Shooting

Bracket Settings

Burst Images

Main image in the burst group

Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator

Continued r

Page 48

Display Indication

Zoom scaling

PictBridge connecting

Protect

Print order (DPOF)

Playback zoom

View Mode

Display Indication

Flash mode

Flash charging

ISO 400

Database file full/Database file

White Balance

ISO number

error

contents

Table of

Operation

TransferJet settings

Display Indication

ISO400

125

F3.5

+2.0EV

Focus

REC Standby

0:12

101-0012

2010 1 1 9:30 AM

AE/AF lock

ISO number

NR slow shutter

Shutter speed

Aperture value

Exposure value

Recording a movie/Standby a movie

Recording time (m:s)

Folder-file number

Recorded date/time of the playback image

Display Indication

Recording folder

Playback folder

12/12

100Min

Recording/Playback Media

Changing folder

Metering Mode

Number of recordable images

Image number/Number of images recorded in date range, selected folder

Recordable time

(Memory card, internal memory)

Direction (DSC-HX5V only)

GPS triangulating status (DSCHX5V only)

AF Illuminator

Red-eye reduction

Display Indication

Self-timer

C:32:00

Face Detection

Database file full/Database file

+2.0EV

500

F3.5

00:00:12

35° 37’ 32” N 139° 44’ 31” E

Self-diagnosis display

Destination

Overheating warning

error

AF range finder frame

Spot metering cross hair

Exposure value

Shutter speed

Aperture value

Playback

Playback bar

Counter

Direction

GPS information

Latitude and Longitude display

Histogram

• appears when histogram display is disabled.

Volume

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 49

Using the mode dial

Set the mode dial to the desired function.

Mode dial

contents

Table of

Operation

(Intelligent Auto

Adjustment)

(Easy Shooting)

(Anti Motion Blur)

(Hand-held Twilight)

(Backlight

Correction HDR)

(Scene Selection)

(Movie Mode)

(iSweep Panorama)

(Manual Exposure

Shooting)

(Program Auto)

Allows you to shoot with the settings adjusted automatically (page 20).

Allows you to shoot/view still images with easy-to-see indicators (page 21).

Allows you to shoot with reduced blur without using the flash when composing burst shots taken in high-speed (page 23).

Allows you to shoot with reduced blur in low light scenes without tripod when composing burst shots taken in high-speed (page 24).

Allows you to shoot a greater range of gradation by superimposing two images having different exposures (page 25).

Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene (page 26).

Allows you to record movies (page 28).

Allows you to shoot a panoramic image after composing images (page 29).

Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture (F value)) (page 31).

Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture (F value)) (page 32). You can set various functions using the menu.

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 50

Using the internal memory

The camera has approximately 45 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. You can record images on the internal memory when there is no memory card inserted in the camera.

When a memory card is inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded on the memory card.

[Playback]: Images on the memory card are played back.

Internal memory

On image data stored in the internal memory

[Menu, Settings, etc.]: Various functions can be

performed on images on the memory card.

When there is no memory card inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded using the internal

memory. [Playback]: Images stored in the internal memory are played back. [Menu, Settings, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images in the internal memory.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

We recommend that you copy (back up) data without error using one of the following methods.

To copy (back up) data on a hard disk of your computer

Perform the procedure on pages 125 without a memory card inserted in the camera.

To copy (back up) data on a memory card

Prepare a memory card with sufficient free capacity, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 112).

Notes

• You cannot transfer image data on a memory card to the internal memory.

• By making a USB connection between the camera and a computer with a cable for multi-use terminal, you can transfer data stored in the internal memory to a computer. However you cannot transfer data on a computer to the internal memory.

Index

Page 51

Intelligent Auto Adjustment

Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically.

1 Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment).

2 Shoot with the shutter button.

contents

Table of

Note

• Flash mode is set to [Auto] or [Off].

zOn Scene Recognition

Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode. This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.

Scene Recognition icon and guide

• The camera recognizes (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod),

(Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro) or (Portrait), and displays the corresponding icon and guide on the LCD screen when the scene is recognized. For details, see page 63.

zIf you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult

to focus on

• The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (2 inches) (W)/100 cm (3 ft 3 3/8 inches) (T).

• When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to slowly flashing and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting (page 60).

• Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:

– It is dark and the subject is distant. – The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. – The subject is seen through glass. – The subject is moving quickly. – There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. – The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 52

Easy Shooting

Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see.

1 Set the mode dial to (Easy Shooting).

2 Shoot with the shutter button.

Note

• The battery charge is used up more quickly because the screen brightness increases automatically.

zFunctions available in Easy Shooting mode

contents

Table of

Operation

Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t z on the control button t desired

mode t z Select between [Large] or [Small] size.

GPS setting (DSCHX5V only):

Self-Timer: on the control button t desired mode

Flash: on the control button t desired mode

Smile Shutter: on the control button

MENU t [GPS setting] t z on the control button t desired mode t z Select between [On] or [Off] mode.

Select between [10sec] or [Off] mode.

Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode.

zOn Scene Recognition

Scene Recognition operates in Easy Shooting mode. This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.

Scene Recognition icon

MENU/Settings

Index

• The camera recognizes (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod),

(Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro) or (Portrait), and displays an icon on the LCD screen when the scene is recognized. For details, see page 63.

Continued r

Page 53

zOn Easy Viewing mode

When you press the (Playback) button with the mode dial set to (Easy Shooting), the playback screen text becomes larger and easier to see. In addition, only the deletion function becomes available.

Delete: (Delete) button t [OK] t z on the control button

You can delete the currently displayed image. MENU t [Delete] t z on the control button t desired mode

t z Select between [1 image] or [All]. You can delete the currently displayed image with [1 image] and delete all images in the selected date range or internal memory (if selected) with [All].

GPS setting (DSCHX5V only):

• [View Mode] is set to [Date View] when using a memory card.

MENU t [GPS setting] t z on the control button Select between [On] or [Off].

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 54

Anti Motion Blur

This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash to reduce the subject blur.

1 Set the mode dial to (Anti Motion Blur).

2 Shoot with the shutter button.

A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur and noise.

Notes

• The shutter sound beeps 6 times and an image is recorded.

• Reducing blur is less effective in the following situations: – Image with erratic movement – Objects are too close to the camera – Image with a repeating pattern such as tiles and image with little contrast such as sky, sandy beach, or

lawn

– Image with constant change such as waves or water falls

• Smile Shutter cannot be used in Anti Motion Blur.

• When using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting, block noise may occur. In such cases, set Scene Selection to (High Sensitivity).

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 55

Hand-held Twilight

Although night scenes tend to blur by camera shake, this mode allows you to shoot night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod.

1 Set the mode dial to (Hand-held Twilight).

2 Shoot with the shutter button.

A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur and noise.

Notes

• The shutter sound beeps 6 times and an image is recorded.

lawn

– Image with constant change such as waves or water falls

• Smile Shutter cannot be used in Hand-held Twilight.

• When using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting, block noise may occur. In such cases, set Scene Selection to (High Sensitivity).

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 56

Backlight Correction HDR

You can shoot two images having different exposures to record a single image with a greater range of gradation by combining the dark parts of an image taken with a bright exposure setting and the bright parts of an image taken with a dark exposure setting.

1 Set the mode dial to (Backlight Correction HDR).

contents

Table of

2 Shoot with the shutter button.

Notes

• The shutter sound beeps twice and an image is recorded.

• Backlight Correction HDR may not produce the effects in the following situations: – When using the flash – Image with erratic movement – There is too much camera shake – Image whose surrounding light condition is extremely bright or dark – Image with constant change such as waves or waterfalls

• Smile Shutter function cannot be used in Backlight Correction HDR mode.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 57

Scene Selection

Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.

1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection). 2 Select the desired mode t z on the control button.

If you want to switch to another scene, press the MENU button.

(High Sensitivity)

Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur.

contents

Table of

Operation

(Soft Snap)

(Advanced

Sports Shooting)

(Landscape)

(Twilight Portrait)

(Twilight)

(Gourmet)

Allows you to shoot images with a softer atmosphere for portraits and flowers, etc.

Allows you to shoot subjects with fast movements such as sports. While the shutter is pressed halfway, the movement of the subject is predicted and the focus will be adjusted.

Allows easy shooting of distant scenes by focusing in the distance. Shoots vivid blue sky and flora colors.

Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere.

Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.

Shifts to Macro mode, allowing you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright color.

MENU/Settings

Index

(Pet)

(Beach)

(Snow)

Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings.

Allows you to record the blue of the water clearly when shooting seaside or lakeside scenes.

Allows you to record clear images preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white.

Continued r

Page 58

(Fireworks)

Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor.

Note

• When you shoot images using (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight) or (Fireworks) mode, the shutter speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended.

Functions you can use in Scene Selection

For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. indicates an available function, - indicates an unavailable function. The icons below [Flash] and [Self-Timer] indicate the available modes. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Flash

*1[Flash] for [White Balance] cannot be selected.

[Off] for [Face Detection] cannot be selected.

[White Balance] for [Bracket Settings] cannot be selected.

Face Detection/

Smile Shutter

—— *

— *

— ————

— —— —

— ————

Self-Timer

Burst Settings/ Burst Shooting

Interval/Bracket

Settings

——*1—

————

ISO

——

—— —

White

Balance

——

Anti Blink

Index

Page 59

Movie Mode

Allows you to record movies.

1 Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode).

2 Press the shutter button fully down.

contents

Table of

3 To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.

zChanging the Movie Format, Image Quality or Image

Size

Movie format: MENU t (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Movie

format] t [AVCHD] or [MP4] t z on the control button

Quality (AVCHD): MENU t (Quality) t [AVC HD 17M FH] or [AVC HD 9M

HQ]

Image Size (MP4): MENU t (Image Size) t [MP4 12M], [MP4 6M] or [MP4

3M]

zTo shoot a movie quickly

With the mode dial is set to other than (Easy Shooting), you can start movie recording simply by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button.

MOVIE (Movie) button

To end movie recording, press the MOVIE (Movie) button again. The menu and setting items used for recording are those enabled when you set the mode dial to (Movie Mode).

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 60

Intelligent Sweep Panorama

Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. Faces and moving objects are automatically detected.

1 Set the mode dial to (iSweep Panorama).

2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then

press the shutter button fully down.

This part will not be taken

3 Pan the camera to the end, following the

guidance on the LCD screen.

Guidance bar

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Notes

• If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the composed image. If this happens, move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image.

• Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.

• Under low light conditions, panoramic images may be blurred.

• Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of the combined image is not always the same.

• When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure with AE/AF lock are extremely different in brightness, color and focus, the shooting will not be successful. If this happens, change the lock angle and shoot again.

• iSweep Panorama is not suitable for the following situations: – Objects are too close to the camera – Image with a repeating pattern such as tiles and image with little contrast such as sky, sandy beach, or

lawn

– Image with constant change such as waves or water falls

• You cannot create panoramic images in the following situations: – You pan the camera too fast or too slow – There is too much camera shake

Continued r

Page 61

zChanging the shooting direction or image size of a

panoramic image

Shooting Direction: MENU t [Shooting Direction] t select [Right], [Left], [Up]

and [Down] t z

Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t select [Standard] or [Wide] t z

zTips for shooting a panoramic image

Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD screen. iSweep Panorama is better suited for still subjects, rather than moving ones.

Radius as short

Vertical direction Horizontal direction

as possible

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

• Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can lock the focus exposure

and white balance.

• Adjust the frame composition so that a portion with greatly varied scenery is in the center of the

image.

zPlaying back scrolling panoramic images

You can scroll panoramic images by pressing z on the control button while panoramic images are being displayed. Turn the W (zoom) lever to display the whole image again.

Operation button/ lever

z Plays back scrolling images/Stops

b/B/v/V Scrolls images

W Displays the whole image

Shows the displayed area of the whole panoramic image

• Panoramic images are played back with the supplied software “PMB” (page 123).

• Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be scrolled correctly.

Description

Page 62

Manual Exposure Shooting

You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture value.

1 Set the mode dial to (Manual Exposure Shooting).

2 Press z on the control button.

3 Select the shutter speed and aperture (F value) using control button.

Control button Feature

z Return

v V Shutter speed

b B Aperture (F value)

• Select a shutter speed from 1/1600 to 30 seconds.

• When zoom is set fully to W, you can select an aperture of F3.5 or F8 (when used with the Internal ND (Neutral Density) Filter). When zoom is set fully to T, you can select an aperture of F5.5 or F13 (when used with the Internal ND (Neutral Density) Filter).

4 Press the shutter button to shoot the image.

Notes

• If proper exposure is not obtained by your settings, the setting value indicators on the screen will flash when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. You can shoot in this condition, but exposure readjustment is recommended.

• The flash is set to [On] or [Off].

• You cannot select the shutter speed and aperture (F value) when the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People].

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

zSetting the shutter speed and aperture (F value)

The difference between the settings and proper exposure judged by the camera appears as an EV value on screen.

Shutter speed/aperture (F value)

Exposure value 0EV is the value judged as the most suitable by the camera.

• When the shutter speed is one second or slower, the shutter speed is indicated by [”], for example,

[1”].

• When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of

vibration.

• When the shutter speed becomes slower than a certain speed, the NR slow shutter function is

activated automatically to reduce image noise, and [NR] appears on the screen.

• If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data.

Page 63

Program Auto

Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu.

1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto).

2 Shoot with the shutter button.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 64

Zoom

You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 10×.

contents

Table of

1 Turn the W/T (zoom) lever.

Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to (T) to zoom in, and to (W) to zoom out.

• Turn the W/T (zoom) lever lightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.

• When the zoom scale exceeds 10×, see page 86.

Notes

• Zoom is fixed to the W side when shooting in iSweep Panorama mode.

• The operating sound of the lens is recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie.

T side

W side

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 65

DISP (Screen Display Settings)

1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button.

2 Select the desired mode with the control button.

contents

Table of

(Bright +

Image Only)

(Bright +

Exposure Data)

(Bright) Sets screen brighter and displays the

(Normal) Sets screen to standard brightness and displays

Note

• If you view images in bright outside light, adjust the screen brightness up. However, the battery power may decrease faster under such condition.

Sets screen brighter and displays only images.

Sets screen brighter and displays the information. Displays a recorded image. A histogram is also displayed.

information.

the information.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 66

Histogram

A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side.

A Number of pixels B Brightness

BrightDark

1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button, then select

[Bright + Exposure Data].

Notes

• The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.

• The histogram does not appear when: – Recording movies – Playing back movies – Viewing vertical orientation images – Rotating still images – Shooting with iSweep Panorama – Viewing images shot with iSweep Panorama – When [Display Burst Group] is set to [Display Main Image Only]

• A large difference in the histogram displayed during shooting and playback may occur when: – The flash strobes. – The shutter speed is slow or fast.

• The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 67

Flash

1 Press (Flash) on the control button.

2 Select the desired mode with the control button.

(Auto) Flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is

backlight.

(On) Flash always operates.

(Slow

Synchro)

(Off) Flash does not operate.

Notes

• The flash strobes twice. The first flash adjusts the light quantity.

• While charging the flash, is displayed.

• You cannot use the flash during burst or bracket.

• In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode, Easy Shooting mode, you can select only [Auto] or [Off].

• In Backlight Correction HDR mode or Manual Exposure Shooting mode, only [On] or [Slow Synchro] can be selected.

• Flash is set to [Off] in the following modes: – In Anti Motion Blur mode – In Hand-held Twilight mode – In iSweep Panorama mode

Flash always operates. The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

zWhen the “White circular spots” appears in flash

photos

This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by the camera’s flash, they appear as white circular spots.

Camera

Subject

Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air

How can the “White circular spots” be reduced?

• Light the room and shoot the subject without a flash.

• Select (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection. ([Off] is automatically selected.)

Page 68

Smile Shutter

When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.

1 Press (Smile) on the control button.

2 Wait for a smile to be detected.

When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically. If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode.

3 To stop shooting, press (Smile) again.

Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator

Face Detection frame

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Notes

• Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when either the memory card or internal memory becomes full.

• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.

• You cannot use the digital zoom function.

• The Smile Shutter function is not available in the following situations: – In Anti Motion Blur mode – In Hand-held Twilight mode – In Backlight Correction HDR mode – In Movie Mode – In iSweep Panorama mode

zHints for better capturing of smiles

1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs.

Do not obscure the face by hat, masks, sunglasses, etc.

2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as

level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed.

3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is

easier to detect when the teeth are shown.

• The shutter operates when any person whose face is being detected smiles.

• You can select or register the priority subject for face detection with [Face Detection]. To perform

smile detection for a different face, change the priority face with z on the control button (page 66).

• If a smile is not detected, set the [Smile Detection Sensitivity] in setting menu.

Index

Page 69

Self-Timer

1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button.

2 Select the desired mode with the control button.

(Off) Does not use the self-timer.

(10sec) Sets the 10-second delay self-timer.

When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. To cancel, press again.

(2sec) Sets the 2-second delay self-timer.

(Self-portrait

One Person)

(Self-portrait

Two People)

Notes

• In Easy Shooting mode, you can select only [10sec] or [Off].

• In Movie Mode, [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People] cannot be selected.

• The self-timer is not valid when shooting in iSweep Panorama mode.

Set the self-timer to Self-portrait timer. When the camera detects the specified number of faces, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates 2 seconds later. Do not move the camera during this while.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

zAutomatic shooting with Self- portrait timer

Point the lens at yourself so your face is reflected in the LCD screen. The camera detects the subjects, and then the shutter operates. The camera determines the optimal composition and prevents faces from being cut out of the LCD screen.

• You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation.

zHints for preventing blur

If your hands or body moves while holding the camera and pressing the shutter button, “Camera shake” occurs. Camera shake occurs frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed conditions, such as those encountered in (Twilight Portrait) or (Twilight) mode. In such a case, shoot with the below tips in mind.

• Shoot with a 2-second delay self-timer and stabilize the camera by holding your arms firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button.

• Use a tripod or place the camera on a flat surface to hold the camera steady.

Index

Page 70

Burst/Bracket button

You can select burst shooting, normal (single-image) or bracket shooting mode. You can select normal (single-image) or burst shooting in [Burst Settings] (page 52).

1 Select a desired mode with the (Burst/Bracket) button.

When you press the (Burst/Bracket) button, the setting switches.

contents

Table of

Burst Shoots in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button.

You can set the burst shooting speed in [Burst Shooting Interval] (page 53).

Single/Bracket Shoots a single image, or images in bracket mode.

You can select the exposure values in [Bracket Settings] (page 54). Single mode is displayed when [Bracket Settings] is set to [Off]. Bracket mode is displayed when [Bracket Settings] is set to other than [Off].

Notes

• The Burst/Bracket button is not available in the following situations: – In Easy Shooting mode – In Anti Motion Blur mode – In Hand-held Twilight mode – In Backlight Correction HDR mode – In Movie Mode – In iSweep Panorama mode – When the Smile Shutter function is activated

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 71

Viewing still images

1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.

2 Select an image with the control button.

zViewing images taken with a different camera

This camera creates a database file in a memory card and registers every shot image to it for later playback. If the camera detects images that have not been registered to the database file in the memory card, the registration screen “Files found which were not recognized Import files” appears. If you want to view unregistered images, select [OK] to register the images.

• For registration, use a fully charged battery pack. If you attempt to register unregistered files using a

battery pack with little remaining charge, the battery pack may run out, causing copying to fail or possibly corrupting the data.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 72

Playback zoom

Plays back the enlarged image.

1 Turn the (Playback zoom) lever to (T) during still

image playback.

The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, at the center of the image.

2 Adjust the position with the control button.

contents

Table of

Operation

3 Change the zoom scale with the (Playback zoom)

lever.

Turn the lever to (T) to zoom in, to (W) to zoom out. Press z to cancel playback zoom.

zTo save enlarged images

You can save an enlarged image by using the trimming function. Press MENU t [Retouch] t [Trimming (Resize)].

Shows the displayed area of the whole image

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 73

Image Index

Displays multiple images at the same time.

1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.

2 Turn the (Index) lever to (W) to display the image index screen.

Turn the lever again to display an index screen with more images. Turn the lever yet again to view images with the Calendar while playing back in [Date View].

3 To return to the single-image screen, select an image with the control

button, then press z.

Note

• When the mode dial is set to (Easy Shooting), you cannot view images in index mode.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

zDisplaying images of the desired date/folder

Select the left side bar with the control button, then select the desired date/folder with v/V.

zViewing images with the Calendar

When [View Mode] is set to [Date View], turn the (Index) lever to view images with the Calendar, while the index displays more images.

• To select the month you want to display, select / with the control button, then the desired month.

• To view images in selected date in index mode, select the date with the control button and press z.

• To exit the Calendar, select with the control button, then press z.

Index

Page 74

Delete

Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images from the MENU button (page 78).

1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 (Delete) button t desired mode t z on the control button

All in Date Range

All in This Folder

All AVCHD files

Multiple Images Allows you to select and delete multiple images.

This Image Deletes the currently displayed image in single-image mode.

All In This Group Deletes all images in the selected burst group at once.

All but this image Deletes burst group images other than the selected image in

Exit Cancels the deletion.

Deletes all images in the selected date range or folder, or all AVCHD movies at once. Press [OK] t z after step 2.

Do as the following after step 2. 1Select an image then press z.

Repeat the above step until there are no more images to be deleted. Select an image with a mark again to release the

mark.

2MENU t [OK] t z

Press [OK] t z after step 2.

Display Burst Group mode. Press [OK] t z after step 2.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Notes

• In Easy Viewing mode, you can delete only the currently displayed image.

• When the internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View and still images and movies are displayed in the same folder.

Continued r

Page 75

zYou can switch between index and single-image

mode when selecting images

Turn the lever to (T) of the W/T (zoom) lever in index mode to return to single-image mode, and turn the (Index) lever to (W) in single-image mode to return to index mode.

• You can also switch between index and single-image mode in [Protect], [DPOF] or [Print].

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 76

Viewing movies

1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.

2 Select a movie with the control button.

3 Press z.

Movie playback starts.

Control button Playback feature

z Stop

B Fast forward

b Fast rewind

V Displays the control panel

Note

• You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras.

Displaying the control panel

Display the control panel, you can control slow movie playback and adjust the volume.

1 Press V on the control button.

The control panel appears.

2 Select a desired button with b/B, and press z.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Button Available functions

Rewind

Playback/Stop

Fast forward

Play slow

Volume control

Close the control panel

Continued r

Page 77

zOn the movie viewing screen

Select the image you want to display using b/B on the control button, and press z. The Playback bar appears, you can check a playback position of a movie.

, , , or appears on the movie viewing

screen. The icon displayed may vary depending on image size and quality.

Playback bar

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 78

Shooting Direction

Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot a iSweep Panorama images.

1 MENU t (Shooting Direction) t desired direction

(Right) Pan from left to right.

(Left) Pan from right to left.

(Up) Pan from down to up.

(Down) Pan from up to down.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 79

Image Size/Quality

The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on largeformat paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded.

1 MENU t (Image Size) or (Quality) t desired size

When shooting still images

contents

Table of

Operation

Image size Usage guidelines No. of

images

(3648×2736) For prints up to A3+ size Less

(2592×1944) For prints up to L/2L/A4 size

(640×480) For e-mail attachments

(3648×2056) For viewing on a high-definition TV,

and for prints up to A4 size

(1920×1080) For viewing on a high-definition TV

Less

Printing

Fine

Rough

Fine

Rough

MENU/Settings

Index

Note

• When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may be cut off.

In Easy Shooting mode

Large Shoots images in [10M] size.

Small Shoots images in [5M] size.

Page 80

When shooting Intelligent Sweep Panorama images

contents

Table of

(Standard)

(Horizontal: 4912×1080) (Vertical: 3424×1920)

(Wide)

(Horizontal: 7152×1080) (Vertical: 4912×1920)

Shoots images using standard size.

Shoots images using wide size.

When shooting movies

The larger the image size, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit-rate), the smoother the playback image. Select a movie recording format by touching MENU Settings) t [Movie format] in shooting mode (page 83).

Movie recording format (AVCHD)

Movies shot with this camera are recorded in AVCHD format, approximately 60 fields/sec (1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50 fields/sec (1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlace mode, with Dolby Digital audio, AVCHD format.

Movie quality Average bit-rate Description

AVC HD 17M FH 17 Mbps Shoots at a maximum picture quality of

AVC HD 9M HQ 9 Mbps Shoots at a high picture quality of 1440

t (Settings) t (Shooting

1920 × 1080 size

× 1080 size

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Movie recording format (MP4)

Movies shot with this camera are recorded in MPEG-4 format at approximately 30 frames/sec (1080 60i-compatible devices) or approximately 25 frames/sec (1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with AAC audio, mp4 format.

Movie image size Average bit-rate Description

MP4 12M 12 Mbps Shoots at 1440 × 1080 size

MP4 6M 6 Mbps Shoots at 1280 × 720 size

MP4 3M 3 Mbps Shoots at VGA size

Note

• A telephoto image results when [MP4 3M] image size is selected.

Continued r

Page 81

zOn “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 image 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.

contents

Table of

Description of the pixels and the image size

1 Image size: 10M

3648 pixels × 2736 pixels = 9,980,928 pixels

2 Image size: VGA

Pixels

Pixel

640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels

Many pixels

(Fine image quality and large file size)

Few pixels

(Rough image quality but small file size)

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 82

GPS setting (DSC-HX5V only)

Allows you to set GPS setting from MENU in Easy Shooting mode. Refer to page 104 for details.

1 Set the mode dial to (Easy Shooting). 2 MENU t [GPS setting] t z on the control button 3 Desired mode t z

On GPS direction sensor is activated.

Off GPS direction sensor is inactivated.

If you do not record the location and direction information, set the GPS setting.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 83

Burst Settings

You can select the Single (single-image) or Burst as the shooting mode.

1 MENU t (Burst Settings) t desired mode

(Single) Records a single image.

(Burst) Records up to 10 images in succession when you press and hold

down the shutter button.

contents

Table of

Operation

Notes

• Burst shooting is not available during Easy Shooting, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight, Backlight Correction HDR, Movie Mode, iSweep Panorama or Smile Shutter.

• The flash is set to [Off].

• When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded.

• The recording interval becomes longer, depending on the setting for the image size.

• When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or memory card is full, the Burst stops.

• [Focus], [White Balance] and [EV] are adjusted for the first image, and these settings are also used for the other images.

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 84

Burst Shooting Interval

Selects the number of images per second taken for Burst shooting.

1 MENU t (Burst Shooting Interval) t desired mode

(High) Shoots up to 10 images per second in succession.

(Mid) Shoots up to 5 images per second in succession.

(Low) Shoots up to 2 images per second in succession.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 85

Bracket Settings

You can set the type of the bracket shooting. In the bracket shooting mode, you can record a series of 3 images with the setting changed. You can select the most suitable image afterwards.

1 MENU t (Bracket Settings) t desired mode

contents

Table of

(Off) Does not use the bracket shooting.

(EXP±0.3) Records a series of 3 images with the exposure shifted in the

(EXP±0.7)

(EXP±1.0)

(White

Balance)

Notes

• You cannot select [White Balance] when the mode dial is set to (Scene Selection).

• You cannot select [Bracket Settings] in the following cases: – In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode – In Easy Shooting mode – In Anti Motion Blur mode – In Hand-held Twilight mode – In Backlight Correction HDR mode – In Movie Mode – In iSweep Panorama mode – When [Burst Settings] is set to [Burst] – When the Smile Shutter function is activated

following order: bright, standard, and dark. The larger the bracket step value, the larger the shift of the exposure value.

Records a series of 3 images with the white balance shifted in the following order: current color tone, toward blue, and toward red.

• When you set [White Balance] to other than [Auto], the color tone is shifted based on the selected white balance.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 86

You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.

1 MENU t (EV) t desired EV setting

Notes

• In Easy Shooting mode, Manual Exposure Shooting mode or Backlight Correction HDR mode, the [EV] setting cannot be adjusted.

• If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.

zAdjusting the exposure for better looking images

contents

Table of

Operation

Overexposure = too much light Whitish image

Lower EV setting –

Correct exposure

Higher EV setting +

Underexposure = too little light Darker image

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 87

ISO

Adjusts the luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Program Auto, Manual Exposure Shooting or (Advanced Sports Shooting) in Scene Selection.

1 MENU t (ISO) t desired mode

contents

Table of

(Auto) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.

/// //

Notes

• You cannot select [ISO AUTO] in Manual Exposure Shooting mode.

• You can select only from [ISO AUTO], [ISO 125] to [ISO 800] in Burst/Bracket mode or (Advanced Sports Shooting) in Scene Selection.

You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).

zAdjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure

Index)

ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity.

High ISO sensitivity

Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing shutter speed to reduce blur. 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.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Continued r

Page 88

zHints for preventing blur

Even though the camera is steady, the subject moves during the exposure and is captured blurred when the shutter button is pressed. Camera shake is reduced automatically, however, the function does not effectively reduce subject blur. Subject blur occurs frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed conditions. In such a case, shoot with the below tips in mind.

• Select a higher ISO sensitivity to make the shutter speed faster, and press the shutter button before the subject moves.

• Select (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 89

White Balance

Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural.

1 MENU t (White Balance) t desired mode

contents

Table of

(Auto) Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear

natural.

(Daylight) Adjusts for outdoors conditions on a fine day, evening views, night

scenes, neon signs, fireworks, etc.

(Cloudy) Adjusts for a cloudy sky or a shady location.

(Fluorescent

White Balance 1)

(Fluorescent

White Balance 2)

(Fluorescent

White Balance 3) n

(Incandescent)

(Flash) Adjusts for the flash conditions.

(One Push) Adjusts the white balance depending on the light source. The white

(One Push

Set)

Notes

• [White Balance] cannot be adjusted in Intelligent Auto Adjustment, or Easy Shooting mode.

• You cannot select [White Balance] in Backlight Correction HDR mode, if flash is set to [On].

• [Flash] in [White Balance] cannot be adjusted in the following situations: – In Anti Motion Blur mode – In Hand-held Twilight mode – When Scene Selection is set to (High Sensitivity) mode. – In Movie Mode – In iSweep Panorama mode

• Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent White Balance 1], [Fluorescent White Balance 2], or [Fluorescent White Balance 3].

• When shooting with a flash in other than [Flash] mode, [White Balance] is set to [Auto].

• When flash is [On] or [Slow Synchro], the white balance can only be adjusted to [Auto], [Flash], [One Push], or [One Push Set].

• [One Push Set] is unable to be selected while charging the flash.

[Fluorescent White Balance 1]: Adjusts for white fluorescent lighting. [Fluorescent White Balance 2]: Adjusts for natural white fluorescent lighting. [Fluorescent White Balance 3]: Adjusts for day white fluorescent lighting.

Adjusts for places under incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio.

color memorized in [One Push Set] mode becomes the basic white color. Use this mode when [Auto] or other modes cannot be set the color properly.

Memorizes the basic white color which will be used in [One Push] mode.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 90

To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode

1 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper filling the screen under the

same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject.

2 MENU t (White Balance) t [One Push Set] t z on the control

button

The screen momentarily turns black, and when the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the recording screen is displayed again.

Notes

• If the indicator flashes while shooting, the white balance is either not set or cannot be set. Use automatic white balance.

• Do not shake or strike the camera while [One Push Set] is in progress.

• When flash is set to [On] or [Slow Synchro], the white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting.

zEffects of lighting conditions

The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color tones are adjusted automatically, but you can adjust color tones manually using the White Balance function.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Weather/lighting

Characteristics of light

Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent

White (standard) Bluish Green-tinged Reddish

Index

Page 91

Focus

You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically.

1 MENU t (Focus) t desired mode

contents

Table of

(Multi AF) Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the

finder frame automatically. When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus.

• When the Face Detection function is active, AF operates with priority on faces.

(Center AF) Focuses on a subject in the center of the

finder frame automatically. Using the AF lock function together, you can compose the image the way you want.

(Spot AF) Focuses on an extremely small subject or a

narrow area automatically. Using the AF lock function together, you can compose the image the way you want. Hold the camera steady so as not to misalign the subject and the AF range finder frame.

Notes

• When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], the AF range finder frame is disabled and appears in a dotted line. In this case, the camera works to focus on the subjects at the center of the screen.

• When the focus mode is set to other than [Multi AF], you cannot use the Face Detection function.

• The focus mode is fixed to [Multi AF] in the following situations: – In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode – In Easy shooting mode – In Anti Motion Blur mode – In Hand-held Twilight mode – In Movie Mode – When the Smile Shutter function is activated – When the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]

AF range finder frame

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Continued r

Page 92

zFocusing on subjects near the edge of the screen

If the subject is out of focus, do as follows:

1Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered

AF range finder frame

AE/AF lock indicator

in the AF range finder, and press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject (AF lock).

2When the AE/AF lock indicator stops flashing and

remains on, return to the fully composed shot, and press the shutter button fully down.

• As long as you do not press the shutter button fully down, you can retry the procedure as many times as necessary.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 93

Metering Mode

Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.

1 MENU t (Metering Mode) t desired mode

contents

Table of

(Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The

camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering).

(Center) Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure

based on the brightness of the subject there (Center-weighted metering).

(Spot) Measures only a part of the subject

(Spot metering). This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background.

Spot metering cross hairs

Positions on the subject

Notes

• In Movie Mode, [Spot] cannot be selected.

• If you set Metering Mode to other than [Multi], the Face Detection function cannot be used.

• Metering Mode is fixed to [Multi] in the following situations: – In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode – In Easy shooting mode – In Backlight Correction HDR mode – When the Smile Shutter function is activated – When the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 94

Scene Recognition

In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode, the camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur (Motion Detection).

Example of an image where

(Backlight) has activated.

1 Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment). 2 MENU t (Scene Recognition) t desired mode

(Auto) When the camera recognizes the scene, it switches to the optimal

settings and shoots the image.

(Advanced)

When the camera recognizes the scene, it switches to the optimal settings. If the camera recognizes (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight) or

(Backlight Portrait), it automatically changes the setting and

shoots another image.

• When you shoot two images consecutively, the + mark on the icon will turn green.

• When two frames are shot, the two images are displayed side by side immediately after shooting.

• When [Anti Blink] is displayed, 2 images are taken automatically and the image with eyes are open is selected automatically. For details on the Anti Blink function, see “What is the Anti Blink function?”.

Scene Recognition icon and guide

The camera recognizes the following types of scenes. When the camera determines the optimal scene, it displays the corresponding icon and guide.

(Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro), (Portrait)

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Notes

• Scene Recognition does not function when using digital zoom.

• Scene Recognition is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations: – During burst shooting – When the Smile Shutter function is activated – When the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] and [Self-portrait Two People]

• The available flash settings are [Auto] and [Off].

• (Twilight using a tripod) scenes sometimes cannot be recognized in an environment where vibrations are transferred to the camera even though it is fixed on a tripod.

• Sometimes a slow shutter results when a scene is recognized as a (Twilight using a tripod). Keep the camera still during shooting.

• These scenes may not be recognized depending on the situation.

Continued r

Page 95

zShooting twice, choosing the best image later - it’s

more convenient! ([Advanced])

In [Advanced], when the camera recognizes a difficult-to-shoot scene ( (Twilight),

(Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight) and (Backlight Portrait)), it changes the settings as follows and shoots two images with different effects, allowing you to select the one you like.

First Image* Second Image

Shoots in Slow Synchro Shoots with sensitivity increased and shake

reduced

Shoots in Slow Synchro with the face which the flash strobes on as guide

Shoots in Slow Synchro Shoots with even slower shutter speed without

Shoots with the flash Shoots with the brightness and contrast of the

Shoots with the face which the flash strobes on as guide

* When flash is set to [Auto].

Shoots with sensitivity increased with the face as guide and shake reduced

increasing sensitivity

background adjusted

Shoots with the brightness and contrast of the face and the background adjusted

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

zWhat is the Anti Blink function?

When set to [Advanced], the camera automatically shoots two images consecutively* when it recognizes (Portrait). The camera will select, display, and record the image which the eyes are not blinked automatically. If the eyes are closed in both images, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed.

* except when the flash strobes/when the shutter speed is slow

Index

Page 96

Smile Detection Sensitivity

Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles.

1 MENU t (Smile Detection Sensitivity) t desired mode

(Big Smile) Detects a big smile.

(Normal

Smile)

(Slight Smile) Detects even a slight smile.

Notes

• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.

• [Smile Detection Sensitivity] cannot be adjusted in the following situations: – In Easy Shooting mode – In Anti Motion Blur mode – In Hand-held Twilight mode – In Backlight Correction HDR mode – In Movie Mode – In iSweep Panorama mode

Detects a normal smile.

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 97

Face Detection

Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and redeye reduction settings automatically.

Face Detection frame (Orange)

When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority. The Face Detection frame for the main subject will turn orange. The frame for which the focus is set will turn green by pressing the shutter button halfway down.

Face Detection frame (White)

1 MENU t (Face Detection) t desired mode

contents

Table of

Operation

(Off) Does not use Face Detection function.

(Auto) Selects the face the camera is to automatically focus on.

(Child

Priority)

(Adult

Priority)

Notes

• [Face Detection] cannot be selected in the following situations: – In Easy Shooting mode – In Movie Mode – In iSweep Panorama mode

• You cannot select [Off] when the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People].

• You can select [Face Detection] only when the focus mode is set to [Multi AF] or the metering mode is set to [Multi].

• The Face Detection function does not work when using the digital zoom.

• Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected.

• Adults and children may not be recognized correctly depending on the conditions.

• During Smile Shutter shooting, [Face Detection] is automatically set to [Auto] even if it is set to [Off].

Detects and shoots with priority on child’s face.

Detects and shoots with priority on adult’s face.

MENU/Settings

Index

Continued r

Page 98

zRegistering the priority face (Selected-face Memory)

Normally the camera automatically selects the face to focus on according to the [Face Detection] setting, but you can also select and register a face to be given priority.

Face Priority Frame Off

1Press z on the control button during Face Detection. The leftmost face is registered as

the priority face, and the frame changes from to an orange frame ( ).

2Each time you press z, the priority face moves one face to the right. Press z repeatedly

until the orange frame ( ) is on the face you want to register.

3To cancel the face registration (Off), move the orange frame to the rightmost face, then

press z again.

• When you remove the battery from the camera, the face registration is reset.

• When the registered face disappears from the LCD screen, the camera returns to the setting selected

by [Face Detection]. When the registered face is shown on the LCD screen again, the camera focuses on the registered face.

• It may not be possible to detect the registered face correctly depending on the surrounding

brightness, the subject’s hairstyle, etc. In this case, register the face again under the conditions where the image will be shot.

• When the Smile Shutter function is used with the Face Detection frame registered, Smile Detection

is performed only on the registered face.

• You cannot register the priority face in Easy Shooting mode, Manual Exposure Shooting mode or

when the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People].

contents

Table of

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 99

Anti Blink

When Scene Selection is set to (Soft Snap) while you are shooting an image, the camera automatically shoots two images consecutively. The camera will select, display and record the image which the eyes are not blinked automatically.

1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection).

contents

Table of

2 Select (Soft Snap). 3 MENU t (Anti Blink) t desired mode

(Auto)

(Off)

Notes

• [Anti Blink] does not function in the following situations: – When using the flash – When Burst/Bracket mode is selected – When the Face Detection function does not work – When the Smile Shutter function is activated

• Sometimes the Anti Blink function does not work depending on the situation.

• When the Anti Blink function is set to [Auto] but only images with the subject’s eyes closed are recorded, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed on the LCD screen. Shoot again as necessary.

When Face Detection is active, the Anti Blink function operates so that images with the subject’s eyes open are recorded.

Does not use the Anti Blink function.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

Page 100

SteadyShot

In Movie Mode, you can vary the strength of SteadyShot.

1 Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode). 2 MENU t (SteadyShot) t desired mode

contents

Table of

(Standard)

(Active)

Provides the SteadyShot effect under stable recording conditions.

Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect.

Operation

MENU/Settings

Index

SONY DSC-HX5, DSC-HX5V User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of contents

Shooting still images

Shooting movies

Viewing images

Table of contents

Using the mode dial

Mode dial

Operation

Using the internal memory

Intelligent Auto Adjustment

Easy Shooting

Anti Motion Blur

Hand-held Twilight

Backlight Correction HDR

Scene Selection

Movie Mode

Intelligent Sweep Panorama

Manual Exposure Shooting

Program Auto

Zoom

DISP (Screen Display Settings)

Flash

Smile Shutter

Self-Timer

Burst/Bracket button

Viewing still images

Playback zoom

Image Index

Delete

Viewing movies

Shooting Direction

Image Size/Quality

Burst Settings

Burst Shooting Interval

Bracket Settings

White Balance

Focus

Metering Mode

Scene Recognition

Smile Detection Sensitivity

Face Detection

Anti Blink

SteadyShot