Sony DSC-RX0 User Manual

Help Guide

Digital Still Camera

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Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product. This Help Guide is also available as a PDF, which can be downloaded here.

How to Use

How to change the shooting mode

You can set the shooting mode according to the images you want to shoot, such as still images, movies, or highframe-rate (super-slow-motion) movies, and the functions you want to use.

How to turn the camera on/off remotely

You can turn the camera on or off from a smartphone connected to the camera via the Bluetooth function.

DSC-RX0 Accessories compatibility information

This website provides the accessories compatibility information. (Another window will open.)

Before Use

Checking the camera and the supplied items

Identifying parts

List of icons on the screen

Preparing the camera

Charging the battery pack

Inserting the battery pack into the camera

Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera

Charging by connecting to a computer

Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack

Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)

Removing the battery pack

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Inserting a memory card

Removing the memory card

Usable memory cards

Setting language, date and time

Confirming the operation method

Using the up/down/left/right buttons and the Enter button

Using MENU items

Using the Fn (Function) button

Shooting

Shooting still images

Shooting movies

Selecting a shooting mode

Intelligent Auto (still image)

Superior Auto (still image)

About Scene Recognition

The advantages of automatic shooting

Program Auto (still image/movie)

Manual Exposure (still image/movie)

Memory recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Intelligent Auto (movie)

Shooting super-slow-motion movies (High Frame Rate)

Shooting images underwater

Using shooting functions

Switching the screen display (Shooting)

Selecting still image size/image quality

Image Size (still image)

Aspect Ratio (still image)

Quality (still image)

Adjusting the focus

Focus Mode

Focus Area

Lock-on AF

AF Area Auto Clear

Focus-lock

Preset Focus

NEAR Mode in PF

Manual Focus

MF Assist

Focus Magnif. Time

Peaking Level

Peaking Color

AF/MF control

Eye AF

Adjusting the exposure

Shutter Speed

Exposure Comp.

Metering Mode

AE lock

AEL w/ shutter (still image)

Zebra

Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)

Drive Mode

Cont. Shooting

Spd Priority Cont.

Self-timer

Self-timer(Cont)

Cont. Bracket

Single Bracket

WB bracket

DRO Bracket

Settings for bracket shooting

Indicator during bracket shooting

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

ISO

ISO AUTO Min. SS

Multi Frame NR

Correcting the brightness or contrast

D-Range Opt. (DRO)

Auto HDR

Adjusting color tones

White Balance

Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode

Selecting an effect mode

Picture Effect

Creative Style

Settings for movies

Movie recording formats

File Format (movie)

Record Setting (movie)

Dual Video REC

Marker Display (movie)

Marker Settings (movie)

Mon. Off dur REC (movie)

REC Lamp

Audio Recording

Audio Rec Level

Audio Level Display

Wind Noise Reduct.

Auto Slow Shut. (movie)

MOVIE Button

Picture Profile

Adjusting the settings for super-slow-motion shooting (HFR Settings)

Selecting the exposure mode for super-slow-motion shooting (Exposure Mode)

Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use

Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Function Menu Set.

Custom Key(Shoot.)

Function of the Enter button

Function of the Left button

Setting the other functions of this product

Face Detection

Face Registration (New Registration)

Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

Face Registration (Delete)

High ISO NR (still image)

Audio signals

Write Date (still image)

Color Space (still image)

Grid Line

Auto Review

Live View Display

Release w/o Card

Viewing

Viewing still images

Playing back images

Playback zoom

Image Index

Switching the screen display (during playback)

Playing back movies

Delete

Specify Printing

Using viewing functions

View Mode

Slide Show

Rotate

Enlarge Initial Pos.

Protect

4K Still Image PB

Viewing images on a TV

Viewing images on an HD TV

Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV

Changing settings

Monitor Brightness

Gamma Disp. Assist

Volume Settings

Tile Menu

Pwr Save Start Time

Auto Pwr OFF Temp.

Flip

NTSC/PAL Selector

Demo Mode

TC/UB Settings

HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution

HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models)

HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display

HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie)

HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie)

HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI

HDMI 4K Output (movie)

USB Connection

USB LUN Setting

USB Power Supply

PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest.

PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img

Language

Date/Time Setup

Area Setting

Format

File Number

Set File Name

Select REC Folder

New Folder

Folder Name

Recover Image DB

Display Media Info.

Version

Setting Reset

Using Wi-Fi/Bluetooth functions

PlayMemories Mobile

Controlling this product using a Smartphone

Controlling the camera from a smartphone via Wi-Fi (Single connection) (Android)

Controlling the camera from a smartphone via Wi-Fi (Single connection) (iPhone/iPad)

Controlling multiple cameras from a smartphone via Wi-Fi (Multiple connections)

Turning the camera on/off using a smartphone

Turning the camera on/off from a smartphone using the Bluetooth function

Transferring images to a Smartphone

Send to Smartphone

Transferring images to a computer

Send to Computer

Transferring images to a TV

View on TV

Changing the settings for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth functions

Ctrl w/ Smartphone

Airplane Mode

Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push

Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set.

Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address

Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset

Bluetooth Settings

Remote Power Set.

Edit Device Name

Reset Network Set.

Using a computer

Recommended computer environment

Using the software

PlayMemories Home

Installing PlayMemories Home

Software for Mac computers

Image Data Converter

Installing Image Data Converter

Accessing Image Data Converter Guide

Remote Camera Control

Installing Remote Camera Control

Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control

Connecting this product and a computer

Connecting the product to a computer

Importing images to the computer

Disconnecting the product from the computer

Creating a movie disc

Selecting a disc to be created

Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies

Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies

Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies

Precautions/This product

Precautions

On the internal rechargeable battery

Notes on the battery pack

Charging the battery pack

Notes on memory card

On cleaning

Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies

Number of still images

Recordable time of movies

Using this product abroad

Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad

On TV color systems

Troubleshooting

Other information

ZEISS lens

AVCHD format

License

Trademarks

If you have problems

Troubleshooting

Messages

Self-diagnosis display

Warning messages

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Checking the camera and the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

Camera (1) NP-BJ1 Rechargeable battery pack (1) Micro USB Cable (1)

AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/regions)

Wrist Strap (1)

Memory card protector (1)

Instruction Manual (1)

Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.

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Identifying parts

When the covers are open

Recording lamp1. Lens2. Internal microphones3.

To use the camera with the memory card/connector cover detached

You can detach the memory card/connector cover in order to use the camera with an HDMI cable, micro USB cable, or external microphone connected to the camera.

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

Lens protector

You can replace this part with an optional accessory (sold separately).

Hook for strap

To avoid dropping the camera, attach the wrist strap and place your hand through the strap when performing hand-held shooting.

(On/Standby) button6. Memory card/connector cover7. Monitor8. MENU button9. Speaker10. SHUTTER/MOVIE button11. Recording lamp12. Up button/DISP (Display switching) button13. Battery cover14. Down button/

(Playback) button15.

(Enter) button/Custom key16. Left button/Custom key17. Right button/Fn (Function) button18. HDMI micro jack19. Memory card slot20. Multi/Micro USB Terminal

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

21.

Access lamp/charge lamp22.

Microphone jack

When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is turned off automatically. When the external microphone is a plug-in-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.

23.

Battery insertion slot24. Battery lock lever25. Tripod socket hole

Use a tripod with a screw 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) or shorter in length.

26.

To reattach the memory card/connector cover, insert it into the camera.

Memory card protector

Attach the memory card protector when you use the camera with an HDMI cable, micro USB cable, or external microphone connected. The memory card protector prevents memory card access errors when the memory card is accidentally loosened due to vibration or shock, etc.

To remove the memory card protector, pull it out while pressing the holding parts on the top and the bottom of the protector.

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List of icons on the screen

The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.

Because the monitor of this camera is small, some characters and icons may be difficult to see.

For shooting

For playback

P M

Shoot Mode

Memory recall

NO CARD

Memory card

Scene Recognition icons

1h30m

Recordable time of movies

100

Remaining number of recordable images

Aspect ratio of still images

15M / 14M / 13M / 10M / 7.7M / 6.9M / 6.5M / 5.2M / 3.8M / 3.4M / 3.2M / 2.6M / VGA

Image size of still images

Image quality of still images

Frame rate of movies

Record setting of movies

Remaining battery

Remaining battery warning

USB power supply

Bluetooth connection

Connected to smartphone to control the camera/Not connected to smartphone (Single/Multi (Group Owner)/Multi (Client))

Airplane Mode

Overlay icon

No audio recording of movies

Wind Noise Reduct.

Setting Effect OFF

Database file full/Database file error

Overheating warning

Spot metering area

C:32:00

Self-diagnosis display

Audio Level Display

View Mode

100-0003

Folder-File number

File format of movies

Protect

DPOF

DPOF set

PC Remote

240fps 250fps 480fps 500fps 960fps 1000fps

Frame rate for HFR shooting

Recording timing

Gamma Disp. Assist

Writing data/Number of images left to write

Drive Mode

Metering Mode

Focus Mode

7500K A5 G5

White Balance

Focus Area

DRO/Auto HDR

+3 +3 +3

Creative Style /Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness

Picture Effect

―

Picture Profile

Zebra

Lock-on AF

Lock-on AF Cancel

Guide display for Lock-on AF

Select Focus Point On/Off

Guide display for setting [Focus Area]

Set to NEAR

Cancel NEAR mode

Guide display for setting [Preset Focus]

Set Focus

Guide display for setting [Manual Focus]

Shooting Standby

Shooting Setting

Guide display for HFR shooting

NEAR mode

Bracket indicator

STBY

Movie recording standby

REC 0:12

Recording time of the movie (m:s)

1/250

Shutter speed

F4.0

Aperture Value (The aperture value of this camera is fixed at F4.0.)

±0.0

Metered Manual

±0.0

Exposure compensation

ISO400

ISO sensitivity

AE lock

Focus index

Histogram

Picture Effect error

Auto HDR image warning

2017-1-1 10:37AM

Date of recording

3/7

File number/Number of images in the view mode

REC Control

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Inserting the battery pack into the camera

Explains how to insert the battery pack into the camera.

Note

When closing the cover, make sure that the yellow mark under the slide lock is hidden and the cover is tightly closed. If foreign matter such as grains of sand is caught inside the cover, it may damage the sealing gasket and cause water penetration.

Open the battery cover.

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

Close the cover.

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Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera

When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery pack. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little, even if you do not use it. To avoid missing a shooting opportunity, charge the battery pack before shooting.

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 135 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied).

The charging time may differ depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or the charging conditions. The battery pack can be charged even when it is not fully depleted. The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on the conditions of use and the environment.

Turn the power off.

Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

A: Charge lamp

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

If the charge lamp lights up once and then immediately turns off, the battery pack is fully charged.

Note

If the charge lamp flashes when the battery pack is not fully charged, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge.

If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).

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

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

Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance.

When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket).

Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied).

Related Topic

Notes on the battery pack

Charging the battery pack

Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad

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Charging by connecting to a computer

The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable.

Note

Note the following points when charging via a computer:

If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the product connected to a laptop computer for an extended period of time. Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed on all types of computers. Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time.

Related Topic

Notes on the battery pack

Charging the battery pack

Turn off the product, and connect to the USB terminal of the computer.

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Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack

Note

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

The battery life and number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following conditions:

The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using Sony microSDXC memory card (sold separately)

The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association):

One picture is taken every 30 seconds. The power is turned on and off once every ten times.

The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions:

The image quality is set to XAVC S HD 60p 50M/50p 50M. [Auto Pwr OFF Temp.]: [High] Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeated shooting, shooting stand-by, turning on/off, etc.

If the remaining battery is not displayed, press the DISP (Display Setting).

Battery life Number of images

Shooting (still images) ― Approx. 240

Actual shooting (movies) Approx. 35 min. ―

Continuous shooting (movies) Approx. 60 min. ―

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Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)

By using the supplied AC adaptor, you can shoot and playback images while the power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket).

Note

Before you shoot or play back images with power supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), insert a charged battery pack into the camera.

If you use the camera while power is being supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), make sure that the icon that indicates power is being supplied via USB (

/ ) is displayed on the monitor.

Do not remove the battery pack or the micro USB cable while the access lamp is lit. The data in the memory card may be damaged.

As long as the power is on, the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor.

Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the continuous recording time may be shortened while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket).

When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use.

Connect the camera to the wall outlet (wall socket) with a micro USB cable (supplied) and an AC adaptor (supplied).

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Removing the battery pack

Explains how to remove the battery pack.

Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera.

Open the battery cover.

Slide the battery lock lever (A) and remove the battery pack.

Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

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Inserting a memory card

Explains how to insert a memory card.

Open the memory card/connector cover.

Insert the memory card.

For microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards: Insert a memory card with the card facing as illustrated in Figure (A). For Memory Stick Micro media: Insert a memory card with the card facing as illustrated in Figure (B).

Hint

When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card.

Note

Related Topic

Notes on memory card

Format

Close the cover.

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Removing the memory card

Explains how to remove the memory card.

Related Topic

Notes on memory card

Open the memory card/connector cover.

Make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit.

Push in on the memory card once to remove it.

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Usable memory cards

You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. The

mark indicates that these memory cards

can be used for shooting still images or movies.

Note

When a microSDHC memory card is used to record XAVC S or MP4 movies over extended periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files of 4 GB. The divided files can be integrated into a single file using PlayMemories Home.

Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly.

When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera before use for more stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting erases all data on the memory card permanently, and is irreversible. Save valuable data on a computer, etc.

Images recorded on a microSDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT when connected using a micro USB cable. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on microSDXC memory cards.)

Related Topic

Notes on memory card

Memory card For still images

For movies

MP4 AVCHD XAVC S

Memory Stick Micro (M2)

(Mark2 only) (Mark2 only)

－

microSD memory card

*1 *1 －

microSDHC memory card

*1 *1 *2

microSDXC memory card

*1 *1 *2

SD Speed Class 4 (

) or faster, or UHS Speed Class U1 ( ) or faster

SD Speed Class10 (

), or UHS Speed Class U1 ( ) or faster

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Setting language, date and time

When you turn on the camera for the first time or after you have initialized the functions, the setting screen for language, date and time will appear.

Note

If the date and time setting is cancelled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera.

Related Topic

Date/Time Setup

Area Setting

Turn on the camera.

The language setting screen will appear and then setting screen for date and time will appear.

Select your language, and then press the

(Enter) button.

When the message [Set Area/Date/Time.] is displayed, select [Enter] and press the

(Enter) button.

Select your desired geographic location, and then press the

(Enter) button.

Select a setting item using the up/down button, and then press the

(Enter) button.

Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time], and [Date Format] using the up/down button, and then press the (Enter) button.

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

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

(Enter) button.

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