Sony DSC-RX0 II User Guide

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Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product.

How to change the focusing mode

You can select [Single-shot AF], [Preset Focus], or [Manual Focus] as the focusing mode when shooting still images or movies.

Using the Movie Edit add-on to edit movies

You can edit recorded movies by installing the Movie Edit add-on to your smartphone.

Interval shooting

You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance.

DSC-RX0M2 Accessories compatibility information

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Names of parts/Icons and indicators

Identifying parts

Confirming the operation method

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

Using MENU items

Using the Fn (Function) button

Icons and indicators

List of icons on the screen

Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback)

DISP Button

Preparing the camera

Checking the camera and the supplied items

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 number of recordable images

Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)

Removing the battery pack

Notes on the battery pack

Charging the battery pack

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Inserting a memory card

Removing the memory card

Memory cards that can be used

Notes on memory card

Setting language, date and time

Shooting

Shooting still images

Shooting movies

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

Selecting a shooting mode

The advantages of automatic shooting

Intelligent Auto (still image)

Intelligent Auto (movie)

Superior Auto (still image)

About Scene Recognition

Program Auto (still image/movie)

Manual Exposure (still image/movie)

Memory recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

HFR (High Frame Rate): Exposure Mode

Shooting images underwater

Selecting still image size/image quality

File Format (still image)

JPEG Quality (still image)

JPEG Image Size (still image)

Aspect Ratio (still image)

Adjusting the focus

Focus Mode

Focus Area

Focus Area Limit

Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area)

● button Tracking

Face/Eye AF Set.

AF Area Auto Clear

Circ. of Focus Point

NEAR Mode in PF

Focus-lock

Preset Focus

One-push AF

Manual Focus

MF Assist

Peaking Setting

Focus Magnif. Time

AF/MF control

AF-S during mov rec

Using the zoom

Zoom

About zoom scale

Adjusting the exposure

Shutter Speed

Exposure Comp.

Metering Mode

Face Priority in Multi Metering

Spot Metering Point

AE lock

AEL w/ shutter (still image)

Exposure Std. Adjust

Zebra Setting

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

Drive Mode

Cont. Shooting

Speed Priority Cont.

Self-timer

Self-timer(Cont)

Cont. Bracket

Single Bracket

WB bracket

DRO Bracket

Settings for bracket shooting

Indicator during bracket shooting

Interval Shoot Func.

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

ISO Setting: ISO

ISO Setting: ISO Range Limit

ISO Setting: ISO AUTO Min. SS

Correcting the brightness or contrast

D-Range Optimiser (DRO)

Auto HDR

White Balance

Priority Set in AWB

Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance)

Shutter AWB Lock (still image)

Selecting an effect mode

Creative Style

Picture Effect

Soft Skin Effect (still image)

Settings for movies

Movie recording formats

File Format (movie)

Record Setting (movie)

Proxy Recording

Marker Display (movie)

Marker Settings (movie)

Mon. Off dur REC (movie)

REC Lamp

Audio Recording

Audio Rec Level

Audio Level Display

Wind Noise Reduct.

SteadyShot (movie)

Auto Slow Shutter (movie)

MOVIE Button

Picture Profile

Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use

Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Function Menu Set.

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

Customizing MENU (My Menu)

Add Item

Sort Item

Delete Item

Delete Page

Delete All

Setting the other functions of this product

Face Registration (New Registration)

Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

Face Registration (Delete)

Regist. Faces Priority

Self-portrait/ -timer

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 still images

Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image)

Image Index

Display as Group

Playing back movies

Delete

Specify Printing

Using viewing functions

View Mode

Slide Show

Rotating an image (Rotate)

Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation)

Enlarge Initial Position

Protect

Rating

Cont. PB for Interval

PB Speed for Interval

Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable

Changing settings

Monitor Brightness

Gamma Disp. Assist

Volume Settings

Tile Menu

Power Save Start Time

Auto Power 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

4K Output Select (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 network functions

Controlling this product using a Smartphone

Imaging Edge Mobile

Ctrl w/ Smartphone

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

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

Controlling multiple cameras from a smartphone via Wi-Fi using an access point (Multiple connections)

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

Transferring images to a Smartphone

Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone

Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies)

Reading location information from a smartphone

Location Info. Link Set.

Using a remote commander with Bluetooth communication

Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl

Transferring images to a computer

Send to Computer

Transferring images to a TV

View on TV

Changing the network settings

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

Importing images for use on a computer

PlayMemories Home

Installing PlayMemories Home

Connecting the product to a computer

Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home

Disconnecting the product from the computer

Developing RAW images/Remote shooting (Imaging Edge)

Imaging Edge

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

Camera control boxes

Precautions/This product

Precautions

About water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof performance of the camera

On the internal rechargeable battery

On cleaning

Number of still images

Recordable time of movies

Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad

AVCHD format

License

Specifications

Trademarks

Troubleshooting

Self-diagnosis display

Warning messages

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Identifying parts

When the covers are open

Recording lamp1. Lens2. Internal microphones3.

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).

(On/Standby) button5.

Memory card/connector cover6. Monitor

You can change the monitor angle to shoot from any position you like.

Recording lamp8. Speaker9. SHUTTER/MOVIE button10. Up button/DISP (Display switching) button11. Battery cover12. Down button/

(Playback) button13.

(Enter) button/Custom key14. MENU button15. Left button/Custom key16. Right button/Fn (Function) button17. HDMI micro jack18. Memory card slot19. 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.

20.

Access lamp/charge lamp21.

(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.

22.

Battery insertion slot23. Battery lock lever24. Tripod socket hole

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

25.

Hook for strap

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

26.

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.

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

Note

Be careful not to lose the memory card/connector cover when you remove it from 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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Using the up/down/left/right buttons and the Enter button

You can select setting items by pressing the up/down/left/right buttons. Your selection is determined when you press the

(Enter) button.

: Up button

: Down button : Left button : Right button

: Enter button

DISP (Display Setting) is assigned to the up button. Each time you press the DISP button, the displayed content changes.

(Playback) is assigned to the down button in shooting mode. Pressing the (Playback) button switches the camera from shooting mode to playback mode. When playing back grouped images, press the down button to play back images in the group. Fn (Function) is assigned to the right button in shooting mode. You can assign the desired functions to the left button and the

(Enter) button in shooting mode.

You can display the previous/next image by pressing the left/right button during playback.

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Using MENU items

In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and operation methods.

Related Topic

Tile Menu

Add Item

Press MENU button to display the MENU items.

Select the setting you want to adjust using the up/down/left/right buttons, and then press the (Enter) button.

You can move to another MENU tab by selecting one of the icons at the top of the screen (A) and pressing the left/right button. You can go back to the previous screen by pressing the MENU button.

Select the desired setting value, and press the

(Enter) button to confirm.

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Using the Fn (Function) button

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

Related Topic

Function Menu Set.

Press the Fn (Function) button in shooting mode.

Select a function to register by pressing the up/down/left/right buttons, and then press the

(Enter)

button.

Select the desired setting by following the operating guide (A) , and then press the

(Enter) button.

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List of icons on the screen

Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.

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

Writing data/Number of images left to write

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

RAW

RAW recording

X.FINE FINE STD

JPEG Quality

XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD

File format of movies

Record setting of movies

120p 100p 60p 50p 60i 50i 30p 25p 24p

Frame rate of movies

Proxy Recording

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

Frame rate for HFR shooting

Remaining battery

Remaining battery warning

USB power supply

Bluetooth connection available/Bluetooth connection unavailable

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

Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained

Airplane Mode

Overlay icon

Remote control

No audio recording of movies

Wind Noise Reduct.

Setting Effect OFF

Database file full/Database file error

Overheating warning

Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom

Spot metering area

Digital level gauge

C:32:00

Self-diagnosis display

Audio Level Display

View Mode

Rating

3/7

File number/Number of images in the view mode

Protect

DPOF

DPOF set

PC Remote

REC Timing

Gamma Disp. Assist

Grouped display

Proxy movie included

One-push AF

One-push AF On

SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning

Drive Mode

Metering Mode

Focus Mode

7500K A5 G5

White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter)

Focus Area

DRO/Auto HDR

+3 +3 +3

Creative Style /Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness

Picture Effect

―

Picture Profile

Zebra

Connected to Wi-Fi/Disconnected from Wi-Fi

Tracking Tracking Cancel

Guide display for tracking

Select Focus Point On/Off

Guide display for setting [Focus Area]

Set to NEAR: 0.5-1m 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 REC

Movie recording standby/Movie recording in progress

1:00:12

Actual movie recording time (hours: minutes: seconds)

Focus

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 AUTO

ISO400

ISO sensitivity

AE lock/AWB lock

Focus index

Histogram

Picture Effect error

Auto HDR image warning

Latitude/longitude information

100-0003

Folder-File number

2019-1-1 10:37AM

Date of recording

REC Control

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Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback)

You can change the display contents on the screen.

Press the DISP (Display Setting) button.

Each time you press the DISP button, the screen display changes. The displayed contents and their position are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.

During shooting

Display All Info. →No Disp. Info.→Histogram→Level→Display All Info.

During playback

Display Info. →Histogram→No Disp. Info.→ Display Info.

If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/underexposed warning). The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review].

Histogram display

A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right. The histogram changes depending on the exposure compensation. A peak at the right or left end of the histogram indicates that the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, respectively. You cannot correct such defects using a computer after shooting. Perform exposure compensation before shooting as necessary.

Note

The information in the histogram display does not indicate the final photograph. It is information about image displayed on the screen.

The histogram displays for shooting and playback are extremely different when shooting low-luminance subjects such as a night scene.

Hint

To change the display modes that are switched when you press the DISP button, select MENU →

(Camera Settings2) →

[DISP Button] and change the setting.

To hide the grid lines displayed during shooting, select MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [Grid Line] → [Off].

To hide the marker displayed during movie recording, select MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Marker Display] → [Off].

Related Topic

Grid Line

Marker Display (movie)

(A): Pixel count (B): Brightness

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DISP Button

Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode.

Menu item details

Display All Info. :

Shows recording information.

No Disp. Info. :

Does not show recording information.

Histogram :

Displays the luminance distribution graphically.

Level :

Indicates whether the product is level in both the front-back (A) and horizontal (B) directions. When the product is level in either direction, the indicator turns to green.

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → desired setting →[Enter].

The items marked with

are available.

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Checking the camera and the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

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

AC Adaptor (1) The type of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region. Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/regions)

Wrist Strap (1)

Memory card protector (1)

Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1)

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

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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 sand gets caught inside the cover, it may cause water infiltration.

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.

If you turn on the camera, power will be supplied from the wall outlet (wall socket) and you will be able to operate the camera. However, the battery pack will not be charged.

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 number of recordable images

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 recordable images are estimates based on shooting with the default settings under the following conditions:

The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using Sony microSDXC memory card (U3) (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 Power 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.

Under certain conditions, power may be supplied from the battery pack supplementarily even if you are using the AC adaptor.

Do not remove the Micro USB cable while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). Before you remove the Micro USB cable, turn off the camera.

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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Notes on the battery pack

Notes on using the battery pack

Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant. Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight.

Charging the battery pack

Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images. Do not charge battery packs except battery packs specified for this product. Doing so can result in leaks, overheating, explosions, electric shocks, burns, or injuries. 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 reinsert it to recharge. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures outside this range. When you connect this product and a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop’s battery charge may decrease. Do not charge this product using the laptop computer for too long. Do not turn on/restart a computer, wake a computer from sleep mode, or turn off a computer while this product is connected to the computer via USB cable. Doing so may cause a malfunction of this product. Disconnect the product and the computer before performing the above operations. We do not guarantee charging if you are using a self-built or modified computer. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Not doing so may result in a shorter battery life.

Remaining battery indicator

The remaining battery indicator appears on the screen.

A: Battery level high B: Battery exhausted

The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. If you do not operate the product for a certain period of time while the power is on, the product turns off automatically (Auto power-off function). If the remaining battery time does not appear on the screen, press the DISP (Display Setting) button to display it.

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 135 minutes using the AC adaptor (supplied). The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.

Effective use of the battery pack

Battery performance decreases in low temperature environments. So in cold places, the operational time of the battery pack is shorter. To ensure longer battery pack use, we recommend putting the battery pack in your pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in the product immediately before you start shooting. If there are any metal objects such as keys in your pocket, be careful of causing a short-circuit. The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the continuous shooting function frequently, turn the power on/off frequently, or set the monitor very bright. We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the actual shots. If the battery terminal is dirty, you may not be able to turn on the product or the battery pack may not be properly charged. In that case, clean the battery by lightly wiping off any dust using a soft cloth or a cotton swab.

How to store the battery pack

To maintain the battery pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it in the camera at least once a year before storing it. Store the battery in a cool, dry place after removing it from the camera.

On battery life

The battery life is limited. If you use the same battery repeatedly, or use the same battery for a long period, the battery capacity decreases gradually. If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used.

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Charging the battery pack

The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product. If the charge lamp flashes again, this may indicate a faulty battery or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted. Check that the battery pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new or different one and check that the newly inserted battery is charging correctly. If the newly inserted battery is charging correctly, the previously inserted battery may be faulty. If the charge lamp flashes even if the AC Adaptor is connected to the product and the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging has stopped temporarily and is on standby. Charging stops and enters standby status automatically when the temperature is outside of the recommended operating temperature. When the temperature returns to the appropriate range, charging resumes and the charge lamp lights up again. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).

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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.

(C): Terminal side

For microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards: Insert the memory card straight and oriented as illustrated in Figure (A).

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

For Memory Stick Micro media: Insert a memory card with the card facing as illustrated in Figure (B).

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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Memory cards that can be used

SD memory cards

Memory Stick media

Note

When an microSDHC memory card is used to record an XAVC S movie over extended periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files 4 GB in size. The divided files can be handled as a single file by importing them to a computer using PlayMemories Home.

Fully charge the battery pack before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card.

Related Topic

Notes on memory card

Number of still images

Recordable time of movies

Recording format Supported memory card

Still image microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card

AVCHD microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card (Class 4 or faster, or U1 or faster)

XAVC S

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

microSDHC/microSDXC card (Class 10, U1 or faster)

4K 100Mbps* HD 100Mbps

microSDHC/microSDXC card (U3)

Including when recording proxy movies at the same time

Recording format Supported memory card

Still image

Memory Stick Micro (Mark2)

AVCHD

XAVC S

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

—

4K 100Mbps* HD 100Mbps

Including when recording proxy movies at the same time

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Notes on memory card

If you repeatedly shoot and delete images for a long time, fragmentation of data in a file in the memory card may occur, and movie recording may be interrupted in the middle of shooting. If this happens, save your images to a computer or other storage location, then execute [Format] using this camera. Do not remove the battery pack or the memory card, disconnect the USB cable, or turn the camera off while the access lamp is lit up. This may cause the data on the memory card to become damaged. Be sure to back up the data for protection. Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly. Images recorded on an microSDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT when connected using a 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.) . Do not expose the memory card to water. Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:

High temperature locations such as in a car parked under the sun Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present

If the memory card is used near areas with strong magnetization, or used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise, the data on the memory card may become damaged. Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object. Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Do not disassemble or modify the memory card. The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it. Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the product. Format the memory card using this product. Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used. Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor.

Notes on the memory card/connector cover

Do not leave the detached memory card/connector cover within the reach of small children. It may be swallowed accidentally.

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Setting language, date and time

The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged.

Hint

To set the date and time or geographic location again after the date and time setting is finished, select MENU →

(Setup) →

[Date/Time Setup] or [Area Setting].

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 buttons, and then press the

(Enter) button.

Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time], and [Date Format] using the up/down buttons, 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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Shooting still images

Shoots still images.

Focus indicator

lights:

Image is in the focus.

flashes:

The focusing has failed.

Hint

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → [Intelligent Auto].

Point the camera to the subject.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down to focus.

When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the focus indicator (

) lights up.

The shortest shooting distance is approximately 20 cm (0.66 ft.) (from the lens).

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button fully down.

When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting.

Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:

It is dark and the subject is distant. The contrast of the subject is poor. The subject is seen through glass. The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. There is a flashing light. The subject is backlit. The subjects in the focus area have different focal distances.

Related Topic

The advantages of automatic shooting

About Scene Recognition

Shooting images underwater

Playing back still images

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Shooting movies

Shoots movies.

Hint

You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key. Select MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [

Custom Key] → set [MOVIE] to the preferred key.

When you want to specify the area to be focused on, set the area using [Focus Area].

To keep the focus on a face, arrange the composition so that the focusing frame and face detection frame overlap, or set the [Focus Area] to [Wide].

You can adjust the shutter speed as desired. Select MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → set [Shoot Mode] to [ Manual

Exposure].

MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → (Intelligent Auto).

You can set the focusing method for shooting movies to either [Single-shot AF], [Preset Focus], or [Manual Focus].

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button to start recording.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button again to stop recording.

An icon indicating that data is being written is displayed after shooting. Do not remove the memory card while the icon is displayed.

The following settings for still image shooting are applied to the movie shooting:

White Balance Creative Style Metering Mode Face/Eye AF Set. Face Priority in Multi Metering D-Range Optimiser

You can change the settings for ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation, and focus area while shooting movies.

While shooting movies, the recorded image can be output without the shooting information display by setting [HDMI Info. Display] to [Off].

Note

The monitor turns off after approximately one minute without any operations by the user during movie recording (default setting). To turn on the monitor again, press either the MENU button, any of the up/down/left/right buttons, or the

(Enter) button. If you

set MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Mon. Off dur REC] to [Off], the monitor will not turn off during movie recording.

Sound from camera operations is recorded during movie recording. The sound of the SHUTTER/MOVIE button operating may be recorded when movie recording is finished.

Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature.

Sound will not be recorded if you select MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → [Off].

The temperature of the camera tends to rise when shooting movies continuously, and you may feel that the camera is warm. This is not a malfunction. Also, [Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool.] may appear. In such cases, turn the power off and cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again.

If the

icon appears, the temperature of the camera has risen. Turn the power off and cool the camera and wait until the

camera is ready to shoot again.

For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to “Recordable time of movies”. Recording may stop to protect the product, depending on the temperature of the product or the battery.

When shooting movies in the [

Program Auto] mode, the shutter speed is set automatically and cannot be changed. For that reason, the shutter speed may become fast in a bright environment, and the motion of the subject may not be recorded smoothly. By changing the exposure mode to [

Manual Exposure] and adjusting the shutter speed, the motion of the subject can be

recorded smoothly.

In movie shooting mode, ISO sensitivity can be selected from ISO 125 to ISO 12800. If the ISO value is set to a value smaller than ISO 125, the setting is automatically switched to ISO 125. When you finish recording the movie, the ISO value returns to the original setting.

When ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR], [ISO AUTO] will be set temporarily.

In movie shooting mode, the following settings cannot be set in [Picture Effect]. When a movie recording starts, [Off] will be set temporarily.

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If you point the camera at an extremely strong light source while shooting a movie at low ISO sensitivity, the highlighted area in the image may be recorded as a black area.

Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to a computer.

Related Topic

Intelligent Auto (movie)

Focus Mode

Preset Focus

Manual Focus

File Format (movie)

MOVIE Button

Recordable time of movies

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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

By shooting with a higher frame rate than the recording format, you can record a smooth super-slow-motion movie.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → [High Frame Rate] → desired exposure mode.

The shooting setting screen will be displayed.

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ HFR Settings] → Select the desired settings for [ Record

Setting], [

Frame Rate], [ Priority Setting] and [ REC Timing].

Point the camera at the subject and adjust settings such as the focus.

You can also change other settings, such as focus mode, ISO sensitivity, etc.

Press the (Enter) button.

The shooting standby screen will be displayed.

During shooting standby, [Shooting Standby] is displayed in the center of the screen. You cannot adjust the exposure, adjust the focus, operate the zoom, etc. while [Shooting Standby] is displayed. To change these settings, press the

(Enter) button again to return to the shooting setting screen.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button.

When [

REC Timing] is set to [Start Trigger]:

Movie capturing (shooting) starts. When the SHUTTER/MOVIE button is pressed again, or when the recordable duration of time has elapsed, movie capturing ends and the camera starts to record the captured movie to the memory card.

When [

REC Timing] is set to [End Trigger] or [End Trigger Half]:

Movie capturing ends and the camera starts to record the captured movie to the memory card.

Menu item details

Record Setting :

Selects the frame rate of the movie from [60p 50M]/[ 50p 50M], [30p 50M]/[25p 50M], and [ 24p 50M*].

Frame Rate :

Selects the shooting frame rate from [240fps]/[ 250fps], [480fps]/[500fps], and [960fps]/[1000fps].

This setting determines the minimum shutter speed per frame.

Priority Setting :

Select from [Quality Priority] which prioritizes the image quality and [Shoot Time Priority] which prioritizes the duration of time of the movie.

REC Timing :

Selects whether to record for a set amount of time after you press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button ([Start Trigger]), or for a set amount of time until you press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button ([End Trigger]/[End Trigger Half]).

Frame rate

In super-slow-motion movie shooting, the camera shoots at a faster shutter speed than the number of shooting frames per second. For example, when [

Frame Rate] is set to [960fps], the shutter speed per frame will be faster than approx. 1/1000 second in order to shoot 960 frames per second. To maintain this shutter speed, sufficient ambient light is necessary during shooting. If the ambient light is insufficient, the ISO sensitivity will become higher, resulting in more noise.

Shortest shooting distance

The image becomes out of focus when the subject is too close, such as during macro shooting. Shoot from the shortest shooting distance (approximately 20 cm (0.66 ft.) (from the lens)) or further.

Timing of recording

Depending on the [

REC Timing] setting, the relationship between when you press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button and

the recorded section of the movie is as shown below.

[Start Trigger]

Movie capturing (shooting) starts when the SHUTTER/MOVIE button is pressed. When the SHUTTER/MOVIE button is pressed again, or when the recordable duration of time has elapsed, movie capturing ends and the camera starts to record the captured movie to the memory card.

(A): The point when the SHUTTER/MOVIE button is pressed (B): Recorded section (C): Recording to memory card in progress (You cannot start the next session of shooting.)

[End Trigger]/[End Trigger Half]

Buffering (temporarily capturing a movie on the camera) starts once the shooting standby screen is displayed. When the captured data fills the buffering capacity, old data is overwritten sequentially. When you press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button, the camera starts to record a movie of the set duration calculated retroactively from that point on the memory card.

With [End Trigger], a movie of the maximum possible duration is recorded. With [End Trigger Half], a movie of half the maximum possible duration is recorded. With [End Trigger Half], the time it takes to record to the memory card is also shorter than with [End Trigger].

End Trigger

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

End Trigger Half

(A): The point when the SHUTTER/MOVIE button is pressed (B): Recorded section (C): Recording to memory card in progress (You cannot start the next session of shooting.) (D): Buffering in progress

To redo shooting

You can cancel recording by selecting [Cancel] on the screen. However, the movie recorded up to the point you cancelled will be saved.

Playback speed

The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned [

Frame Rate] and [ Record Setting].

[

Priority Setting] and shooting duration

Playback time

For example, if you shoot for approx. 4 seconds with [

Record Setting] set to [24p 50M]*, [ Frame Rate] set to

[960fps], and [

Priority Setting] set to [Shoot Time Priority], the playback speed will be 40 times slower and the

Frame Rate

Record Setting

24p 50M * 30p 50M /25p 50M 60p 50M /50p 50M

240fps /250fps 10 times slower 8 times slower/10 times slower 4 times slower/5 times slower

480fps /500fps 20 times slower 16 times slower/20 times slower 8 times slower/10 times slower

960fps /1000fps 40 times slower 32 times slower/40 times slower 16 times slower/20 times slower

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

Priority

Setting

Frame

Rate

Effective pixel number read out from image

sensor

Shooting

duration

Quality Priority

240fps /250fps 1676×942

Approx. 2 seconds480fps /500fps 1676×566

960fps /1000fps 1136×384

Shoot Time Priority

240fps /250fps 1676×566

Approx. 4 seconds480fps /500fps 1136×384

960fps /1000fps 800×270

playback time will be approx. 160 seconds (approx. 2 minutes and 40 seconds).

Note

Sound will not be recorded.

The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format.

It may take time for recording to finish after you press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button. Wait until the display switches to the shooting standby screen to start shooting again.

Related Topic

Movie recording formats

Memory cards that can be used

HFR (High Frame Rate): Exposure Mode

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

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Selecting a shooting mode

Set the shooting mode according to the subject you want to shoot and the functions you want to use.

Menu item details

(Intelligent Auto):

Shoots with automatic scene recognition.

(Superior Auto):

Shoots with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear images of dark or backlit scenes.

P (Program Auto):

Shoots with the exposure (shutter speed) adjusted automatically. Various functions can be set with Fn (Function) and MENU.

M (Manual Exposure):

Shoots with the shutter speed adjusted manually.

MR (Memory recall):

Shoots an image after recalling frequently used modes or camera settings registered in advance.

( Intelligent Auto):

Shoots movies with automatic settings of the camera.

( Program Auto):

Shoots movies with the exposure (shutter speed) automatically set by the camera. Various functions can be set with Fn (Function) and MENU.

( Manual Exposure):

Shoots movies with the shutter speed adjusted manually.

Program Auto:

Shoots a super-slow-motion movie (High Frame Rate) with the exposure adjusted automatically.

Manual Exposure:

Shoots a super-slow-motion movie (High Frame Rate) with the exposure adjusted manually.

Related Topic

Intelligent Auto (still image)

Superior Auto (still image)

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)

MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → desired mode.

You can also change the shooting mode by pressing the left button in the default settings.

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The advantages of automatic shooting

This camera is equipped with the following three automatic shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], and [Program Auto].

(Intelligent Auto):

Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition.

(Superior Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear images of dark or backlit scenes. P (Program Auto): Allows you to adjust various shooting settings such as white balance or ISO value, etc. The shutter speed is automatically set by the camera.

Note

In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the product creates a composite image. In this case, the (overlay icon) is displayed and the shutter sound is heard multiple times, but only one image is recorded.

In [Superior Auto] mode and when the

(overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots

are recorded.

For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own.

Related Topic

Intelligent Auto (still image)

Superior Auto (still image)

Program Auto (still image/movie)

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Intelligent Auto (still image)

The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition.

Note

The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions.

For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own.

Related Topic

The advantages of automatic shooting

About Scene Recognition

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → [Intelligent Auto].

Point the camera to the subject.

When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down to focus, and then press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button fully down to take the picture.

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Intelligent Auto (movie)

You can shoot movies with automatic camera settings.

Related Topic

Shooting movies

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → (Intelligent Auto).

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button to start recording.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button again to stop recording.

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Superior Auto (still image)

The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear images of dark or backlit scenes.

For low-lit or backlit scenes, if necessary the camera may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., to record higher quality images than in Intelligent Auto mode.

Note

When the product is used to create composite images, the recording process takes longer than usual.

When the

(overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded.

The product may not properly recognize a scene under some shooting conditions.

When [

File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the product cannot create a composite image.

For [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own.

Related Topic

The advantages of automatic shooting

About Scene Recognition

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → [Superior Auto].

Point the camera to the subject.

When the camera recognizes a scene, the scene recognition icon appears on the screen. If necessary, (overlay icon) may appear.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down to focus, and then press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button fully down to take the picture.

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About Scene Recognition

Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode.

This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.

Scene Recognition

When the product recognizes certain scenes, the following icons and guides are displayed on the first line:

(Portrait)

(Infant)

(Night Portrait)

(Night Scene)

(Backlight Portrait)

(Backlight)

(Landscape)

(Spotlight)

(Low Light)

Related Topic

Intelligent Auto (still image)

Superior Auto (still image)

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Program Auto (still image/movie)

Allows you to shoot with the exposure (shutter speed) adjusted automatically.

You can set shooting functions such as [ISO].

Related Topic

The advantages of automatic shooting

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → [Program Auto] or [ Program Auto].

Set the shooting functions to your desired settings.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button to shoot the image.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button again to stop recording during movie shooting.

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Manual Exposure (still image/movie)

You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting the shutter speed. The shutter speed can be changed while recording movies.

Note

The aperture value of this camera is fixed at F4.0.

When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value automatically changes to achieve the appropriate exposure using the shutter speed you have set. If the shutter speed you have set is not suitable for appropriate exposure, the ISO value indicator will blink.

The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO].

When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes.

The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.

Related Topic

Shutter Speed

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → [Manual Exposure] or [ Manual Exposure].

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shutter Speed].

Use the left/right buttons to select the setting value and press the

(Enter) button.

When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO], use M.M. (Metered Manual) to check the exposure value.

Toward +: Images become brighter. Toward -: Images become darker. 0: Appropriate exposure analyzed by the product.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button to shoot the image.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button again to stop recording during movie shooting.

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Memory recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Allows you to shoot an image after recalling frequently used modes or camera settings registered to [

Memory] in advance.

Hint

To recall settings registered to the memory card, select [

/ Recall], and then select the desired number by

pressing the right/left buttons.

Settings registered to a memory card using another camera of the same model name can be recalled with this camera.

Note

If you set [

/ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original

settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting.

Related Topic

Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shoot Mode] → [Memory recall].

Press the left/right buttons to select the desired number, and then press the (Enter) button.

You can also recall registered modes by selecting MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ / Recall].

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HFR (High Frame Rate): Exposure Mode

You can select the exposure mode for HFR shooting based on the subject and effect you want.

Menu item details

Program Auto :

Allows you to shoot with the exposure (shutter speed) adjusted automatically.

Manual Exposure :

Allows you to shoot with a manually adjusted exposure (shutter speed).

Related Topic

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

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Exposure Mode] → desired settings.

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Shooting images underwater

You can also use this camera underwater. In underwater shooting, the brightness and the white balance are different from what they would be under ordinary shooting conditions. It is recommended that you shoot images with the settings below when you shoot images underwater using this camera.

Set a faster shutter speed (for still images)

In underwater shooting, the subject becomes darker than under ordinary shooting conditions, even if you are shooting outdoors. Set a faster shutter speed because the camera or subject tends to shake in underwater shooting.

If [Shoot Mode] is set to [Program Auto], set [ISO AUTO Min. SS] to [Faster] or set [ISO] to a higher value to make the shutter speed faster. If [Shoot Mode] is set to [Manual Exposure], set a faster [Shutter Speed].

The shutter speed will be slower if the ISO sensitivity is low.

In [ISO AUTO] mode, set [ISO AUTO Maximum] to a higher value to make the shutter speed faster.

Change the [White Balance] setting (for still images/movies)

In underwater shooting, the appropriate white balance is different from the white balance under ordinary shooting conditions.

Set [White Balance] to [Underwater Auto].

Note

The optical specifications in this manual were measured in air. Underwater, the minimum shooting distance at which the camera can focus is approximately 1.3 times that in air, and the angle of view is approximately 0.7 times that in air.

You cannot use wireless functions underwater.

Related Topic

ISO Setting: ISO

ISO Setting: ISO AUTO Min. SS

Shutter Speed

White Balance

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File Format (still image)

Sets the file format for still images.

Menu item details

RAW:

Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.

RAW & JPEG:

A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time. This is suitable when you need two image files, a JPEG for viewing, and a RAW for editing.

JPEG:

The image is recorded in the JPEG format.

About RAW images

To open a RAW image file recorded with this camera, the software Imaging Edge is needed. With Imaging Edge, you can open a RAW image file, then convert it into a popular image format such as JPEG or TIFF, or readjust the white balance, saturation or contrast of the image. You cannot apply [Auto HDR] or [Picture Effect] functions with RAW images. RAW images shot by the camera are recorded in the compressed RAW format.

Note

If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format.

You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images.

Related Topic

JPEG Quality (still image)

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ File Format] → desired setting.

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JPEG Quality (still image)

Selects the JPEG image quality when [

File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [JPEG].

Menu item details

Extra fine/Fine/Standard:

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

Related Topic

File Format (still image)

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ JPEG Quality] → desired setting.

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JPEG Image Size (still image)

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

Menu item details

When [

Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]

L: 15M: 4800×3200 pixels

M: 7.7M: 3408×2272 pixels

S: 3.8M: 2400×1600 pixels

When [

Aspect Ratio] is set to [4:3]

L: 14M: 4272×3200 pixels

M: 6.9M: 3024×2272 pixels

S: 3.4M: 2128×1600 pixels

VGA: 640×480 pixels

When [

Aspect Ratio] is set to [16:9]

L: 13M: 4800×2704 pixels

M: 6.5M: 3408×1920 pixels

S: 3.2M: 2400×1352 pixels

When [

Aspect Ratio] is set to [1:1]

L: 10M: 3200×3200 pixels

M: 5.2M: 2272×2272 pixels

S: 2.6M: 1600×1600 pixels

Note

When [

File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to [L].

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Aspect Ratio (still image)

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ JPEG Image Size] → desired setting.

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Aspect Ratio (still image)

Sets the aspect ratio of still images.

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3:2:

Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film

4:3:

An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that does not support high definition

16:9:

An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that supports high definition

1:1:

The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting.

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Focus Mode

Selects the method to suit your purpose (still images or movies).

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(Single-shot AF):

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down to focus automatically. While the SHUTTER/MOVIE button is pressed halfway down, the focus is locked.

For movies, you can first set the focus before recording, and then later readjust the focus during recording by pressing the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down. (Set [AF-S during mov rec] to [On] in advance.)

(Preset Focus):

The focus is locked so that a satisfying resolution can be achieved in a wide front-to-back range. You can shoot movies without additional focusing operations. When the camera and the subject are close, use the NEAR mode. This focus mode is available only during movie shooting.

(Manual Focus):

Adjusts the focus manually.

For details, refer to the following URL:

https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/dsc/products/dscrx0m2/focus/l/index.php

Note

If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc.

When shooting still images, [Preset Focus] is not available.

When the NEAR mode of [Preset Focus] is used, the shortest shooting distance is 50 cm (1.7 ft.). If you want to shoot from a focal distance of 20 cm to 50 cm (0.66 ft. to 1.7 ft.), use the [Single-shot AF] mode or [Manual Focus] mode.

Related Topic

Preset Focus

Manual Focus

AF-S during mov rec

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting.

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Focus Area

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

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Wide:

Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image. When you press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down, a green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus.

Center:

Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used together with the focus lock function, you can compose the image you want.

Flexible Spot:

Allows you to move the focusing frame to the desired point on the screen and focus on an extremely small subject in a narrow area.

Expand Flexible Spot:

If the product fails to focus on the single selected point, it uses the focus points around the flexible spot as the second priority area to achieve focus.

Hint

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

(Enter) button to which [Focus Standard] has been assigned allows you to shoot images while adjusting the position of the focusing frame by pressing the up/down/left/right buttons. When you want to change the shooting settings using the up/down/left/right buttons, press the (Enter) button.

If you cannot focus on the subject by setting [Focus Area] to [Wide], change the setting to [Center] and position the subject within the focusing frame. Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down to lock the focus, and return to the original composition to shoot images with the focus locked (Focus Lock).

Note

Functions assigned to the up/down/left/right buttons cannot be executed while the focusing frame is being moved.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting.

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Focus Area Limit

By limiting the types of available focus area settings in advance, you can more quickly select settings for [Focus Area].

Note

Types of focus areas that do not have a check mark cannot be selected using MENU or the Fn (function) menu. To select one, add a check mark using [Focus Area Limit].

If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [

Switch V/H AF Area], the registered settings will change.

Related Topic

Focus Area

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area Limit] → Add check marks to the focus areas that you

want to use, and then select [OK].

The types of focus areas marked with

will be available as settings.

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Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area)

You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical). This function is useful when shooting scenes for which you have to change the camera position frequently, such as portraits or sports scenes.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).

AF Point Only:

Switches the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical). The [Focus Area] is fixed.

AF Point + AF Area:

Switches both the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).

An example when [AF Point + AF Area] is selected

(A) Vertical: [Flexible Spot] (Upper left corner) (B) Horizontal: [Flexible Spot] (Upper right corner) (C) Vertical: [Center]

Three camera orientations are detected: horizontal, vertical with the side of the SHUTTER/MOVIE button facing up, and vertical with the side of the SHUTTER/MOVIE button facing down.

Note

If the setting for [

Switch V/H AF Area] is changed, the focus settings for each camera orientation will not be retained.

The [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame will not change even when [

Switch V/H AF Area] is set to [AF Point

+ AF Area] or [AF Point Only] in the following situations:

When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [

Intelligent Auto], [ Program Auto], [ Manual Exposure], or [High Frame Rate] While the SHUTTER/MOVIE button is pressed halfway down During movie shooting While using the digital zoom function While the auto-focusing is activated During continuous shooting During the countdown for the self-timer

When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ Switch V/H AF Area] → desired setting.

The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down.

Related Topic

Focus Area

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● button Tracking

When you press the

(Enter) button, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and

continues to track the subject.

Hint

If you assign the [Focus Standard] function to the

(Enter) button, you can activate [ button Tracking] or retry detecting a

subject by pressing the

(Enter) button when [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Center].

Note

[

button Tracking] may not function very well in the following situations:

The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark. The ambient light changes.

[

button Tracking] does not work in the following situations:

When shooting in Manual Focus mode While using the zoom function During movie shooting During High Frame Rate shooting

The camera may not be able to resume tracking for a while after it loses the track of the subject.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ button Tracking] → [On].

Align the target frame (A) over the subject and press the (Enter) button. Press the

(Enter) button again to stop tracking.

If the camera loses track of the subject, it can detect when the subject reappears on the monitor and resume tracking.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button fully down to shoot the image.

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Face/Eye AF Set.

This function is used to determine whether or not the camera will focus with priority on human faces or eyes.

Menu item details

Face Priority in AF:

Sets whether or not to detect faces inside the focusing area and focus on the eyes (Eye AF) when autofocus is activated. ([On]/[Off])

Right/Left Eye Select:

Specifies the eye to be detected. If [Right Eye] or [Left Eye] is selected, only the selected eye is detected. [Auto]: The camera detects eyes automatically. [Right Eye]: The right eye of the subject (the eye on the left side from the photographer’s perspective) is detected. [Left Eye]: The left eye of the subject (the eye on the right side from the photographer’s perspective) is detected.

Face Detect. Frame Disp.:

Sets whether or not to display the face detection frame when [Face Priority in AF] is set to [On]. ([On]/[Off])

Face detection frame

When the product detects a face, the gray face detection frame appears. When the product determines that autofocus is enabled, the face detection frame turns white. In case you have registered the priority order for each face using [Face Registration], the product automatically selects the first prioritized face and the face detection frame over that face turns white. The face detection frames of other registered faces turn reddish-purple.

Eye detection frame

A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible, depending on the settings.

[Eye AF] by custom key

You can also use the Eye AF function by assigning [Eye AF] to the

(Enter) button with the custom key function. The camera can focus on human eyes as long as you are pressing the key. This is useful when you want to temporarily apply the Eye AF function to the entire screen regardless of the setting for [Focus Area]. For instance, if [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] and you want the camera to focus on an eye outside of the focusing frame, you can apply the Eye AF function by pressing the custom key to which [Eye AF] has been assigned, without changing [Focus Area].

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Face/Eye AF Set.] → desired setting item.

[Switch Right/Left Eye] by custom key

When [Right/Left Eye Select] is set to [Right Eye] or [Left Eye], you can switch the eye to be detected by pressing the custom key to which you have assigned the [Switch Right/Left Eye] function. When [Right/Left Eye Select] is set to [Auto], you can temporarily switch the eye to be detected by pressing the custom key to which you have assigned the [Switch Right/Left Eye] function. The temporary left/right selection is cancelled when you perform the following operations, etc. The camera returns to automatic eye detection.

Stopping pressing the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down. Stopping pressing the

(Enter) button if [Eye AF] has been assigned to it.

Pressing the Fn button or the MENU button.

Hint

When [Right/Left Eye Select] is not set to [Auto], or you execute [Switch Right/Left Eye] using the custom key, the eye detection frame appears.

If you want the face or eye detection frame to disappear within a certain period of time after the camera has focused on the face or eye, set [AF Area Auto Clear] to [On].

Note

The [Eye AF] function may not function very well in the following situations:

When the person is wearing sunglasses. When the front hair covers the person’s eyes. In low-light or back-lit conditions. When the eyes are closed. When the person is in the shade. When the person is out of focus. When the person is moving too much.

If the person is moving too much, the detection frame may not display correctly over their eyes.

Depending on the circumstances, the eyes cannot be focused. When this occurs, the camera will detect and focus on the face. The camera cannot focus on eyes when no faces are detected.

The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions.

The [Eye AF] function is unavailable during movie shooting and high-frame-rate shooting.

You cannot use the face/eye detection function with the following functions:

Zoom functions [Posterization] under [Picture Effect] When shooting with a high frame rate.

You cannot use the face detection function in the following situations:

Movie shooting with [

Record Setting] set to [120p]/[100p]

Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected.

Even if [Face Detect. Frame Disp.] is set to [Off], a green focusing frame will be displayed over faces that are in focus.

When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], [Face Priority in AF] is locked to [On].

Select MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] → [ Button], and then assign the [Eye AF]

function to the

(Enter) button.

Point the camera at a person’s face, and press the

(Enter) button.2.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button while holding down the

(Enter) button.3.

Related Topic

Focus Mode

Focus Area

AF Area Auto Clear

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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AF Area Auto Clear

Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved.

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On:

The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved.

Off:

The focus area is displayed all the time.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting.

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Circ. of Focus Point

Sets whether to allow the focusing frame to jump from one end to the other when you move the focusing frame with [Focus Area] set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot]. This function is useful when you want to move the focusing frame from one end to the other quickly.

Menu item details

Does Not Circulate:

The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end.

Circulate:

The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end.

Related Topic

Focus Area

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Circ. of Focus Point] → desired setting.

When [Circulate] is selected:

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NEAR Mode in PF

Sets the NEAR mode when [Focus Mode] is set to [Preset Focus].

Menu item details

Off:

Use this mode to shoot subjects approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more away from the camera.

On:

Use this mode to shoot subjects approximately 50 cm to 1 m (1.7 ft. to 3.3 ft.) away from the camera.

Hint

When [Focus Standard] is assigned to the

(Enter) button using [ Custom Key], you can switch between [On] and [Off] by

pressing the

(Enter) button in [Preset Focus] mode.

Related Topic

Preset Focus

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [NEAR Mode in PF] → desired setting.

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Focus-lock

Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → [Single-shot AF].

Place the subject within the AF area and press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down.

The focus is locked.

Keep pressing the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down, and place the subject back in the original position to re-compose the shot.

Press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button down fully to record the image.

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Preset Focus

The focus is locked so that a satisfying resolution can be achieved in a wide front-to-back range. You can shoot movies without additional focusing operations.

Note

[Preset Focus] is available only during movie shooting.

Related Topic

NEAR Mode in PF

MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → [Preset Focus].

The camera will focus on subjects approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more away from the camera.

When shooting subjects at close distances of approximately 50 cm to 1 m (1.7 ft. to 3.3 ft.) from the camera, set [NEAR Mode in PF] to [On].

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One-push AF

When you press the key to which you assigned [One-push AF], the auto-focusing starts. This function is useful when you want to focus more quickly while using the manual focus mode.

Hint

[One-push AF] can be used when [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus].

You can readjust the focus during movie recording by using [One-push AF].

[One-push AF] can be assigned to [Left Button] or [

Button].

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key], then assign the [One-push

AF] function to the desired key.

Press the key to which you assigned [One-push AF].

The displayed focusing frame differs depending on the [Focus Area] setting.

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Manual Focus

If it is difficult to achieve the proper focus in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually.

Hint

Using [MF Assist] allows you to perform manual focusing more easily because the image is automatically enlarged during the manual focus adjustments.

When you use [Peaking Setting], the outlines of in-focus ranges are enhanced using a specific color. This function allows you to check the focus easily.

Note

Manually set focus distances are cancelled when the [Focus Mode] is reselected.

Related Topic

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → [Manual Focus].

MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Set Focus].

The screen for manual focusing operations will appear.

When [Focus Standard] is assigned to the

(Enter) button using [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key], the

manual focusing screen can be displayed by pressing the

(Enter) button.

Press the up/down/left/right buttons to adjust the focus.

The focusing distance jumps at a fixed interval when you press the up/down buttons in the order of “0.2m ↔ 0.5m ↔ 0.7m ↔ 3m ↔ ∞.” To perform micro adjustments, press the left/right buttons.

To enable fine adjustments to the focus under various conditions, the focusing indicator can be moved beyond infinity. When you want to focus at infinity, do not move the indicator to the end of the bar. Instead, adjust the focus while viewing the monitor, etc. and use the ∞ mark where the focusing indicator stops when you press the up button as a guide. To return to the shooting screen, press the

(Enter) button.

MF Assist

Peaking Setting

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MF Assist

Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier. This works in Manual Focus shooting.

Hint

You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif.

Time].

Note

You cannot change the magnification scale.

Related Topic

Manual Focus

Focus Magnif. Time

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [MF Assist] → [On].

Select MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Set Focus] and then adjust the focus using the

up/down/left/right buttons.

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Peaking Setting

Sets the peaking function, which enhances the outline of in-focus areas during shooting with Manual Focus.

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Peaking Display:

Sets whether to display peaking.

Peaking Level:

Sets the level of enhancement of in-focus areas.

Peaking Color:

Sets the color used to enhance in-focus areas.

Hint

It is recommended that you use the peaking function in combination with the [MF Assist] function.

Note

Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject.

The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI.

Related Topic

Manual Focus

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Peaking Setting] → desired setting.

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Focus Magnif. Time

Set the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [MF Assist].

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2 Sec:

Magnifies the images for 2 seconds.

5 Sec:

Magnifies the images for 5 seconds.

No Limit:

Magnifies the images until you press the SHUTTER/MOVIE button.

Related Topic

Manual Focus

MF Assist

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnif. Time] → desired setting.

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AF/MF control

You can easily switch the focusing mode from auto to manual or vice versa while shooting still images.

Menu item details

AF/MF Control Hold:

Switches the focusing mode while the button is held down.

AF/MF Ctrl Toggle:

Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again.

Note

The function is not available when shooting movies.

You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button].

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] → button to be assigned → [AF/MF Control Hold]

or [AF/MF Ctrl Toggle].

Press the button to which the [AF/MF Control Hold] or [AF/MF Ctrl Toggle] function has been assigned while shooting still images.

The focusing mode will temporarily switch from auto to manual or vice versa.

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AF-S during mov rec

When recording a movie in the [Single-shot AF] mode, you can set whether or not it is possible to adjust the focus by pressing the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down. This function is useful when the distance between the camera and the subject changes during recording, or when you want to change the angle of view during recording. This function can be used when the camera’s system software (firmware) is Ver.2.00 or later.

Menu item details

On:

The auto-focusing can be operated during movie recording by pressing the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down.

Off:

The auto-focusing cannot be operated during movie recording by pressing the SHUTTER/MOVIE button halfway down.

Hint

During movie recording in the manual focus mode, you can use [One-push AF] to readjust the focus.

Note

When you use this function, the angle of view changes and AF operating sounds are recorded in movies. In some cases, you can reduce the volume of the recorded operating sounds by using an external microphone.

Related Topic

One-push AF

Version

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [AF-S during mov rec] → desired setting.

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Zoom

You can shoot zoomed-in images.

Menu item details

Smart zoom only:

The product magnifies the image without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially cropping the image. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [

JPEG Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA].

ClearImage Zoom:

Select this setting to apply the Clear Image Zoom function. Even if the zoom range of the smart zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate significantly.

Digital Zoom:

When the zoom range of the [ClearImage Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies images to the largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate.

The zoom features available with this product

The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.

MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting.

MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Zoom].

If you have assigned the [Zoom] function to a key using [

Custom Key] or [ Custom Key], you can

display the zooming operation screen by pressing the assigned key.

Press the right/left button or the up/down button to select the desired zoom magnification, and then press the

(Enter) button.

The zoom magnification changes smoothly when you press the right/left button, and jumps at a fixed angle of view when you press the up/down button. To cancel the zoom function, press the MENU button.

Shoot images.

Smart Zoom range (

) Zoom images without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially cropping an image (only when the image size is [M], [S] or [VGA]).

Clear Image Zoom range (

) Zoom images using an image process with less deterioration. Set [Zoom Setting] to [ClearImage Zoom] or [Digital Zoom] first.

Digital Zoom range (

)

You can magnify images using an image process. When you select [Digital Zoom] for [Zoom Setting], you can use

Hint

You can perform zooming operations by pressing the zoom buttons on the VCT-SGR1 Shooting Grip (sold separately).

Note

Zoom functions are not available when shooting in the following situations:

[

File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG].

[

Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p].

Select [Smart zoom only] if you only want to use the zoom function within the range where image quality does not deteriorate.

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About zoom scale

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

this zoom function.

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About zoom scale

The zoom scale changes according to the selected image size.

When [

Aspect Ratio] is [3:2]

Related Topic

Zoom

JPEG Image Size (still image)

[ JPEG Image Size]

Zoom Setting

Smart zoom only ClearImage Zoom Digital Zoom

L: 15M - Approx. 2× Approx. 4×

M: 7.7M Approx. 1.4× Approx. 2.8× Approx. 5.6×

S: 3.8M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8×

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Shutter Speed

Sets the shutter speed in the manual exposure mode.

Menu item details

1/4 - 1/32000

The shutter speed can be set within a range of 1/4 second to 1/12800 second when shooting movies.

Related Topic

Manual Exposure (still image/movie)

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Shutter Speed] → desired setting.

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Exposure Comp.

Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation). Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure).

Note

You can adjust the exposure compensation value within the range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies.

If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect.

When you use [Manual Exposure], you can compensate for the exposure only when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO].

MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure Comp.] → desired setting.

You can adjust the exposure compensation value within the range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV.

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Metering Mode

Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure.

Menu item details

Multi:

Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).

Center:

Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Centerweighted metering).

Spot:

Measures only the central area (Spot metering). This mode is suitable for measuring light on a specified part of the entire screen. The size of the metering circle can be selected from [Spot: Standard] and [Spot: Large]. The position of the metering circle depends the setting for [Spot Metering Point].

Entire Screen Avg.:

Measures the average brightness of the entire screen. The exposure will be stable even if the composition or the position of the subject changes.

Highlight:

Measures the brightness while emphasizing the highlighted area on the screen. This mode is suitable for shooting the subject while avoiding overexposure.

Hint

When [Spot] is selected and [Focus Area] is set to either [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot] while [Spot Metering Point] is set to [Focus Point Link], the spot metering point can be coordinated with the focus area.

When [Multi] is selected and [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is set to [On], the camera measures brightness based on detected faces.

When [Metering Mode] is set to [Highlight] and the [D-Range Optimiser] or [Auto HDR] function is activated, the brightness and the contrast will be corrected automatically by dividing the image into small areas and analyzing the contrast of light and shadow. Make settings based on the shooting circumstances.

Note

The setting is fixed to [Multi] in the following shooting modes:

[Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] Zoom functions

In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen.

Related Topic

Spot Metering Point

Face Priority in Multi Metering

D-Range Optimiser (DRO)

Auto HDR

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting.

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Face Priority in Multi Metering

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

Menu item details

On:

The camera measures brightness based on detected faces.

Off:

The camera measures brightness using the [Multi] setting, without detecting faces.

Note

When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On].

Related Topic

Metering Mode

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Face Priority in Multi Metering] → desired setting.

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