Sony DSC-RX1 Instruction Manual

Digital Still Camera

Instruction Manual

4-443-124-11(1)

DSC-RX1

English

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located
on the bottom. Record the serial number in
the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-RX1
Serial No.
Model No. AC-UD10/AC-UD11
Serial No.

WARNING

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

CAUTION

Battery pack

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

• Do not disassemble.

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

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

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

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking
lithium ion batteries.

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

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

• Keep the battery pack dry.

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

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

AC Adaptor

Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket)
when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect
the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket) immediately if any malfunction
occurs while using the apparatus.

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

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

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES

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

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

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

Battery pack

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

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

For Customers in the U.S.A.

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

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

Sony Customer Information Center

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

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-RX1
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics

Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

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

CAUTION

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

Inc.

San Diego, CA 92127
U.S.A.

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Note:

This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

– Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

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

For Customers in Europe

Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives

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

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

Attention

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

Notice

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

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Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)

electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources. For
more detailed information about recycling
of this product, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.

This symbol on the
product or on its packaging
indicates that this product
shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it
shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point
for the recycling of

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

On certain batteries this symbol might be
used in combination with a chemical
symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury
(Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery
contains more than 0.0005% mercury or

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

This symbol on the battery
or on the packaging
indicates that the battery
provided with this product
shall not be treated as
household waste.

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Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom

A moulded plug complying with BS 1363
is fitted to this equipment for your safety
and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to
be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the
supplied one and approved by ASTA or
BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an
or mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has
a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach
the fuse cover after you change the fuse.
Never use the plug without the fuse cover.
If you should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service station.

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Table of contents

Introduction of functions ................................................... 9

Before use

Notes on using your camera ............................................ 11

Checking the supplied items ............................................ 14

Identifying parts .............................................................. 15

Front side .................................................................... 15

Rear side/Sides ........................................................... 16

Top side ...................................................................... 17

Bottom ........................................................................ 18

Using the control wheel ............................................. 19

List of icons on the screen ............................................... 20

Functions list

Functions that can be operated using the buttons/dials .... 23

Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) button ....... 24

Functions that can be selected using the Fn (Function)

button ......................................................................... 25

Functions that can be selected using the MENU button ... 27

Using the In-Camera Guide ............................................. 35

Preparing the camera

Charging the battery pack ................................................36

Charging time (Full charge) .......................................38

Charging by connecting to a computer ...................... 39

Checking the remaining battery charge ...................... 39

Supplying power ........................................................ 40

To remove the battery pack ........................................ 40

Inserting a memory card (sold separately) ...................... 41

To remove the memory card ...................................... 42

Memory cards that can be used .................................. 42

Setting the date and time ................................................. 43

Setting the date/time and area again ........................... 44

Shooting a clear movie without camera shake ................ 45

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Shooting and viewing images

Shooting still images ....................................................... 46

Recording movies ............................................................ 48

Changing the file format ............................................ 48

Playing back images ........................................................ 49

Switching between still images and movies ...............49

Deleting images ............................................................... 50

Selecting a shooting mode

Selecting a shooting mode ...............................................51

Functions available for each shooting mode ................... 52

Various functions

Using the various functions ............................................. 53

ISO/Multi Frame Noise Reduct. ................................ 53

Creative Style .............................................................54

Hand-held Twilight .................................................... 54

DRO/Auto HDR ......................................................... 55

Playback functions ..................................................... 55

How to use the Quick Navi screen ............................. 56

Viewing images on a computer

Using the software ........................................................... 58

Using “Image Data Converter” .................................. 58

Using “PlayMemories Home” .................................... 59

Recommended computer environment (Windows) ... 60

Recommended computer environment (Mac) ............ 60

Installing “PlayMemories Home” .............................. 61

Installing “Image Data Converter” ............................. 63

Others

Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot

User Guide”) .............................................................. 64

Checking the number of images and recordable time of

movies ........................................................................ 65

Specifications .................................................................. 69

Index .............................................................73

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Introduction of functions

This section introduces some frequently used shooting functions and other
unique functions.
See the pages in parentheses for details.

Shooting functions used frequently

Exposure Comp. (23)

You can adjust the exposure to change the brightness of the entire image.
Even when the shooting mode is set to M, you can adjust the exposure if the
ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO].

ISO (53)/Multi Frame Noise Reduct. (53)

You can adjust the luminous sensitivity.
The ISO sensitivity can be adjusted between ISO 50 and ISO 25600.
When you select (Multi Frame Noise Reduct.), you can select larger
ISO numbers than the maximum ISO sensitivity.

White Balance (25)

You can adjust the color tones.
You can select an option to suit a light source, or perform fine adjustments
using color temperature and color filter.

Drive Mode (25)

You can select an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes, such as
single shooting, continuous shooting, or bracket shooting.

Features of this camera

Macro mode (46)

You can shoot close-ups of subjects such as flowers or food.

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Introduction of functions

DRO/Auto HDR (55)

[D-Range Opt.]: By dividing the image into small areas, the camera
analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the
background, and produces an image with the optimal brightness and
gradation.
[Auto HDR]: Shoots 3 images with different exposures, and then overlays
these images to create an image with rich gradation.

Creative Style (54)

You can select the desired style from among 13 styles.
You can also adjust certain image factors, such as exposure, using the
selected style as the base.

Hand-held Twilight (54)

You can shoot night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod.

Movie recording with manual adjustments (26)

You can adjust the exposure in P, A, S, or M mode even when shooting
movies.

How to operate or customize the camera

Display information (29)

You can change the screen display mode by pressing DISP on the control
wheel.

Customization (30)

The camera is equipped with the C (Custom) button, which can be assigned
a desired function.You can also assign functions to other buttons, such as
the AEL button.

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Before use

Notes on using your camera

Screen language

You can select the language displayed
on the screen using the menu (page 34).

Functions built into this camera

• This manual describes 1080 60i­compatible devices and 1080 50i­compatible devices.
To check whether your camera is a 1080
60i-compatible device or 1080 50i­compatible device, check for the
following marks on the bottom of the
camera.
1080 60i-compatible device: 60i
1080 50i-compatible device: 50i

• This camera is compatible with 1080 60p
or 50p-format movies. Unlike standard
recording modes up to now, which record
in an interlacing method, this camera
records using a progressive method. This
increases the resolution, and provides a
smoother, more realistic image.

Notes on recording/playback

• To ensure stable operations of the
memory card, we recommend that you
use this camera to format any memory
card being used with this camera for the
first time.
Note that formatting will erase all data
recorded on the memory card. This data
cannot be restored. Be sure to backup any
important data to a PC or other storage
location.

• If you repeatedly record/delete images,
fragmentation of data may occur on the
memory card. Movies may not be able to
be saved or recorded. In such a case, save
your images to a PC or other storage
location, then [Format] (page 32).

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

• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor
splash-proof, nor water-proof.

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Clean the flash surface before use. The
heat of flash emission may cause dirt on
the flash surface to start smoking or
burning. Wipe the flash surface with a
soft cloth to remove dirt or dust, etc.

Carl Zeiss lens

The camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss
lens which is capable of reproducing sharp
images with excellent contrast. The lens for
the camera has been produced under a
quality assurance system certified by Carl
Zeiss in accordance with the quality
standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.

Notes on the flash

• Do not carry the camera by the flash unit,
or use excessive strength on it.

• If water, dust or sand get into the open
flash unit, it may cause a malfunction.

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Before use

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No compensation for damaged
content or recording failure

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

Back up recommendation

To avoid the data loss, always copy (back
up) data to other media.

Notes on the LCD screen, lens, and
image sensor

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

• Do not expose the camera to sunlight or
shoot sunward for a long time. The
internal mechanism may be damaged. If
sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it
may cause a fire.

• Images may trail across on the screen in a
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
When turning on the camera in a cold
location, the screen may become
temporarily dark. When the camera
warms up, the screen will function
normally.

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

Notes on using your camera

Notes on recording for long periods
of time

• When you continue to shoot for a long
time, the temperature of the camera rises.
If the temperature rises above a certain
level, the icon appears on the screen
and the camera turns itself off
automatically. If the power is turned off,
leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer
to allow the temperature inside the
camera to decrease to a safe level.

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

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

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

On image data compatibility

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

• Playback of images recorded with your
camera on other equipment and playback
of images recorded or edited with other
equipment on your camera are not
guaranteed.

Notes on importing AVCHD movies to
a computer

When importing AVCHD movies to a
computer, for Windows, use the built-in
software “PlayMemories Home”; for Mac,
use the software “iMovie” bundled with
Mac.

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Notes when playing movies on other
devices

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

AVCHD format that do not support
High Profile

– Devices incompatible with the

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

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

• Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p
format can be played back only on 1080
60p/1080 50p-supported devices.

Warning on copyright

Television programs, films, videotapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the provisions of the
copyright laws.

The pictures used in this manual

The photographs used as examples of
pictures in this manual are reproduced
images, and are not actual images shot
using this camera.

Notes on using your camera

On the data specifications described
in this manual

The data on performance and specifications
are defined under the following conditions,
except as described in this manual: at an
ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC
(77°F), and using a battery pack that has
been fully charged for about 1 hour after
the charge lamp has turned off.

On use and care

Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such
as hammering, dropping, or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.

Notes when disposing of or
transferring the camera

Before you dispose of or transfer the
camera, we recommend that you delete
registered faces to protect personal
information (page 31).

Before use

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Before use

Checking the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

• Camera (1)

• Rechargeable battery pack NP­BX1 (1)

• Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not
supplied in the U.S.A. and
Canada)

• Micro USB cable (1)

• AC Adaptor AC-UD10 (1)
(For customers in countries/
regions other than the USA and
Canada)

AC Adaptor AC-UD11 (1)
(For customers in the USA and
Canada)

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* Multiple power cords may be supplied

with your camera. Use the appropriate
one that matches your country/region.

• Shoulder strap (1)

•Lens cap (1)

• Shoe cap (1) (Attached on the
camera)

• Cleaning Cloth (1)

• Instruction Manual (1) (this
manual)

Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.

Front side

Before use

A Hooks for shoulder strap

• Attach both ends of the strap to
the camera.

B AF illuminator (28)/Self-timer

lamp

C Lens hood index

D Lens

E Aperture ring (23)

F Aperture index/Macro

switching index

G Macro switching ring (46)

H Focus mode dial (23)

I Focusing ring (23)

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Rear side/Sides

Identifying parts

A (Flash pop-up) switch (23)

B Light sensor

C Charge lamp (37)

D Micro USB connector (61)

E HDMI micro jack
F m (Microphone) jack

• When an external microphone
is connected, the camera
switches from the internal
microphone to the external
microphone. If the external
microphone is a plug-in-power
type, the power of the
microphone is supplied by the
camera.

G LCD screen (20)

H (Playback) button (49)

I Control dial (24, 51)

J MOVIE (Movie) button (30,

48)

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K For shooting: AEL (AE lock)

button (30)
For viewing: (Enlarge)
button (55)

L For shooting: Fn (Function)

button (24, 25)
For viewing: (Image index)
button (55)

M Control wheel (19)

N (Delete) button (50)

O MENU button (27)

Top side

Identifying parts

Before use

A Shutter button (46)

B Exposure compensation dial

(23)

C C (Custom) button (30)

D Power switch (43)

E Mode dial (51)

F Multi interface shoe*

• Some of the accessories may
not be inserted fully and
protrude backward from the
multi interface shoe. However,
if the accessory reaches the
front end of the shoe, the
connection is completed.

G Image sensor position

mark

H Flash**

I Microphone***

* For details on compatible

accessories for the multi interface
shoe, visit the Sony web site, or
consult your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.

You can also use accessories that
are compatible with the accessory
shoe. Operations with other
manufacturers’ accessories are not
guaranteed.

The camera functions for viewfinder
are available only when using the
FDA-EV1MK viewfinder accessory
(sold separately).

** To raise the flash, first check that

you are not blocking the flash with
your fingers or other objects, and
then slide the (flash pop-up)
switch. When you are not using the
flash, push it back into place with a
finger. Take care not to pinch your
finger when closing the flash.

*** Do not cover this part while

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

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Bottom

A Battery insertion slot (36)

B Memory card slot (41)

C Access lamp (42)

D Lock lever

E Speaker

F Tripod socket hole

• Use a tripod with a screw less
than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
Otherwise, you cannot firmly
secure the camera, and damage
to the camera may occur.

G Battery/Memory card cover

(36, 41)

Identifying parts

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Identifying parts

Using the control wheel

• The DISP (Display Contents) function is assigned to the up button on the
control wheel (page 29). You can assign the desired functions to the left,
right, and down buttons (page 30).

• You can move the selection frame by turning the control wheel or
pressing the up/down/left/right side of the wheel. In this manual, pressing
the up/down/left/right side of the wheel is shown by v/V/b/B.

Before use

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List of icons on the screen

For LCD screen mode* For playback (Basic information

display)

* Viewfinder mode is available and is suitable for shooting with an external

viewfinder (sold separately).

A

Display Indication

Shooting mode (51)

P P* A

S M

Register number (51)

Scene Recognition icon
(25)

Overlay icon

AF Illuminator

Display Indication

Memory card (41)/
Upload (33)

100 Number of recordable

24M 10M

4.6M 20M

8.7M 3.9M

images

Aspect ratio of still
images (27)

Image size of still images
(26)

Image quality of still
images (26)

Frame rate of movies
(28)

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List of icons on the screen

Display Indication

Recording mode of
movies (28)

Battery charge remaining
(39)

Flash charge in progress

Setting Effect OFF (29)

Does not record sound
during movie recording
(28)

Wind Noise Reduction
(28)

SteadyShot/SteadyShot
warning (45)

Overheating warning
(12)

Database file full/
Database file error

View Mode (31)

100-0003 Folder - file number

- Protect (32)

DPOF Print order (DPOF) (32)

Low battery warning (39)

B

Display Indication

Drive mode (25)

Display Indication

Flash mode (25)/Red-eye
reduction (29)

Focus mode (23)

Autofocus area (25)

Soft Skin Effect

Face Detection/Smile
Shutter (25)

Metering mode (25)

AWB

A5 G5

+3 +3 +3

White balance (Auto,
Preset, Custom, Color
temperature, Color filter)
(25)

7500K

D-Range Optimizer/Auto
HDR (55)

Creative Style (54)/
Contrast, Saturation,
Sharpness

Picture Effect (26)

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Display Indication

Auto Port. Framing (26)

Exposure compensation/
Metered manual

Flash compensation (25)

EV scale (for viewfinder
mode only)

Smile Detection
Sensitivity indicator

C

Display Indication

REC 0:12 Recording time of the

z Focus status (46)

1/250 Shutter speed

F3.5 Aperture value

ISO400 ISO number (53)

2012-1-1
10:37PM

3/7 Image number/Number

z Tracking
focus

movie (m:s)

AE lock (23)

Auto HDR image error

Picture Effect error

Histogram

Recorded date/time of the
playback image

of images recorded in
selected View Mode

Tracking focus

List of icons on the screen

D

Display Indication

Spot metering circle

Level

Smart teleconverter

Smart Zoom/Clear Image

Zoom (27)/Digital Zoom
(27)

Shutter speed indicator

Aperture indicator

Macro mode

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Functions list

Functions that can be operated using the buttons/dials

You can set up or operate various functions using these buttons/dials.
For the location of the buttons/dials, see “Identifying parts” (page 15).

Mode dial Switches the shooting mode.

MENU button Displays the menu screen for setting menu items.

MOVIE button Records movies.

AEL button/ button Fixes the exposure of the entire screen./Scales an image

Fn button/ button Displays the setup screen for functions set using the Fn

DISP on the control wheel Switches the recording information displayed on the

button Plays back images.

button Displays the In-Camera Guide./Deletes images.

C (Custom) button Assigns a frequently-used function to the button.

Focus mode dial Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the

Exposure compensation
dial

Aperture ring Manually sets the aperture value (F-number).

Macro switching ring Switches to close-up shooting mode.

Focusing ring Adjusts the focus manually.

(flash pop-up) switch Raises the flash.

up when viewing images.

button. In viewfinder mode, switches to the Quick Navi
screen./Displays multiple images on the screen
simultaneously.

LCD screen.

subject.

Sets the range for exposure adjustment.

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Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) button

The Fn button executes settings or functions that are used frequently when
shooting.

1 Press the Fn button.

2 Select the desired item using v/V/b/B on the control wheel,

then press z to execute.

The setting screen appears.

3 Following the operation guide,

select and execute the desired
function.

Operation guide

To set the functions directly on the shooting information screen

Turn the control wheel without pressing z in step 2 to set the functions
directly on the shooting information screen. Some functions can be fine­tuned using the control dial.

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Functions that can be selected using the Fn (Function) button

The functions that can be selected using the Fn button are as follows:

Drive Mode Sets the drive mode, such as for continuous shooting.

Flash Mode Sets the flash settings.

ISO Adjusts the luminous sensitivity. The larger the number, the

Metering Mode Selects the method for measuring brightness.

Autofocus Area Selects the area of focus.

White Balance Adjusts color tones of an image.

DRO/Auto HDR Compensates automatically for brightness and contrast.

Creative Style Selects the desired image processing.

Flash Comp. Adjusts the intensity of flash output.

Smile/Face Detect. Selects to detect faces and adjust various settings

Scene Selection Selects pre-set settings to match various scene conditions.

(Single Shooting/Cont. Shooting/Spd Priority Cont./Self­timer/Bracket: Cont./Single Bracket/WB bracket/DRO
Bracket)

(Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync./
Wireless)

faster the shutter speed.
(Multi Frame Noise Reduct./ISO AUTO to 102400)

(Multi/Center/Spot)

(Multi/Center/Flexible Spot)

(Auto WB/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent/Fluor.:
Warm White/Fluor.: Cool White/Fluor.: Day White/Fluor.:
Daylight/Flash/C.Temp./Filter/Custom 1–3/Custom Setup)

(Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR)

(Standard/Vivid/Neutral/Clear/Deep/Light/Portrait/
Landscape/Sunset/Night Scene/Autumn leaves/Black &
White/Sepia/Style Box1–6)

(+3.0EV to –3.0EV)

automatically. Sets to automatically release the shutter when
a smile is detected.
(Face Detection Off/Face Detection On (Regist. Faces)/Face
Detection On/Smile Shutter)

(Portrait/Sports Action/Landscape/Sunset/Night Scene/Hand­held Twilight/Night Portrait)

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Functions that can be selected using the Fn (Function) button

Movie Selects the exposure mode for movie recording to suit your

Picture Effect Shoots still images with a texture unique to the selected

Auto Port. Framing Analyzes the scene when capturing a face and saves another

Auto Mode Selects the automatic shooting mode.

Soft Skin Effect Sets the Soft Skin Effect and the effect level.

Quality* Sets the image quality for still images.

Aspect Ratio* Selects the aspect ratio for still images.

Image Size* Selects the size of still images.

* Available only when using the Quick Navi.

subject or effect.
(P/A/S/M)

effect.
(Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft
High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/
HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./Miniature/Watercolor/
Illustration)

image with a more impressive composition.
(Off/Auto)

(Intelligent Auto/Superior Auto)

(Off/Low/Mid/High)

(RAW/RAW & JPEG/Extra fine/Fine/Standard)

(3:2/16:9)

(L/M/S)

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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute
functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations.
Press the MENU button, then select the desired item using v/V/b/B on the
control wheel, then press the center of the control wheel.

Select a page of the menu Select an item on the menu

Still shooting menu

Functions list

Image Size Selects the size of still images.

Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still images.

Quality Sets the image quality for still images.

Panorama: Size Selects the size of panoramic images.

Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images.

Clear Image Zoom Provides a higher-quality zoomed image than with Digital

Digital Zoom Provides zoomed images at higher magnification than with

(L: 24M/M: 10M/S: 4.6M (3:2)
L: 20M/M: 8.7M/S: 3.9M (16:9))

(3:2/16:9)

(RAW/RAW & JPEG/Extra fine/Fine/Standard)

(Standard/Wide)

(Right/Left/Up/Down)

Zoom.
(On/Off)

Clear Image Zoom.
(On/Off)

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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

Long Exposure NR Sets noise reduction processing for shots with a shutter speed

High ISO NR Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shooting.

AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator, which provides light for a dark scene

Color Space Changes the range of color reproduction.

AEL w/ shutter Sets whether to adjust the exposure by pressing the shutter

Memory R egisters combinations of frequently used m odes and settings

of 1 second or longer.
(On/Off)

(Normal/Low/Off)

to aid focusing.
(Auto/Off)

(sRGB/AdobeRGB)

button halfway down. This is convenient when you want to
adjust the focus and exposure separately.
(On/Off)

and allows easy recall of those combinations using the mode
dial.
(1/2/3)

Movie shooting menu

File Format Selects the movie file format.

Record Setting Selects the quality and size of the recorded movie frame.

SteadyShot Sets SteadyShot.

Auto Slow Shutter Sets whether to adjust the shutter speed automatically during

Audio Recording Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie.

Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie recording.

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(60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)/60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH)/60p
28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS)/24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)/24p
17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH)/1440×1080 12M/VGA 3M)

(On/Off)

movie recording in case if the subject is dark.
(On/Off)

(On/Off)

(On/Off)

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Custom menu

Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

FINDER/LCD Setting When using a viewfinder (sold separately), sets the method

Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using flash.

Grid Line Sets a grid line display to enable alignment to a structural

Auto Review Displays the captured image after shooting. You can set the

DISP Button(Monitor) Sets the LCD screen display modes that can be selected by

DISP Button(Finder) Sets the viewfinder screen display modes that can be selected

Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color.

Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function.

MF Assist Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.

Focus Magnif. Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an

Live View Display Sets whether to display the effect of a function on the screen,

for switching between the viewfinder and LCD screen.
(Auto/Manual)

(On/Off)

outline.
(Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/Off)

duration of time for which the image is to be displayed.
(10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off)

pressing DISP on the control wheel.
(Graphic Display/Display All Info./No Disp. Info./Level/
Histogram/For viewfinder)

by pressing DISP on the control wheel when using a
viewfinder (sold separately).
(Graphic Display/Display All Info./No Disp. Info./Level/
Histogram)

(High/Mid/Low/Off)

(Red/Yellow/White)

(On/Off)

enlarged form.
(2 Sec/5 Sec/No Limit)

such as the effect of the exposure compensation value.
(Setting Effect ON/Setting Effect OFF)

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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

Func. of C Button Assigns the desired functions to the C (Custom) button.

Func. of AEL button Assigns the desired functions to the AEL button. The

Func. of Left Button* Assigns the desired functions to the left button on the control

Func. of Right
Button*

Func. of Down
Button*

Smart Telecon./
Zoom

MOVIE Button Sets whether to always activate the MOVIE button.

* “AEL hold,” “ AEL hold,” and “AF/MF Control Hold” cannot be assigned.

(Drive Mode/Flash Mode/Autofocus Area/Soft Skin Effect/
Smile/Face Detect. /Auto Port. Framing/ISO/Metering Mode/
Flash Comp./White Balance/ DRO/Auto HDR /Creative
Style/Picture Effect/Image Size/Aspect Ratio/Quality/AEL
hold/AEL toggle/ AEL hold/ AEL toggle/ AF/MF
Control Hold / AF/MF Control Toggle / Smart Telecon./
Zoom /Focus Magnifier/Memory/Deactivate the LCD/Not
set)

available functions are the same as those for [Func. of C
Button].

wheel. The available functions are the same as those for
[Func. of C Button].

Assigns the desired functions to the right button on the
control wheel. The available functions are the same as those
for [Func. of C Button].

Assigns the desired functions to the down button on the
control wheel. The available functions are the same as those
for [Func. of C Button].

Selects which function to use when [Smart Telecon./Zoom] is
assigned to a button.
(Smart Telecon./Zoom)

(Always/Movie Mode Only)

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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

Exp.comp.set Sets whether to adjust the exposure within the flash light

Bracket order Selects the order in exposure bracket and white balance

Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen caused by

Lens Comp.: Chro.
Aber.

Lens Comp.:
Distortion

Face Priority
Tracking

Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the

range.
(Ambient&flash/Ambient only)

bracket shooting.
(0 t – t +/– t 0 t +)

the lens.
(Auto/Off)

Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen
caused by the lens.
(Auto/Off)

Compensates for distortion on the screen caused by the lens.
(Auto/Off)

Sets whether to track faces as a priority when tracking.
(On/Off)

focus.
(New Registration/Order Exchanging/Delete/Delete All)

Playback menu

Still/Movie Select Selects the display format for images.

Delete Deletes an image.

Slide Show Shows a slide show.

Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time.

Rotate Rotates a still image counter-clockwise.

(Folder View(Still)/Folder View(MP4)/AVCHD View)

(Multiple Img./All in Folder/All AVCHD view files)

(Repeat/Interval/Image Type)

(4 Images/9 Images)

(0°/90°/180°/270°)

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Protect Protects the images.

Specify Printing Adds a print order mark to a still image.

Picture Effect Adds various textures to images.

Volume Settings Adjusts the volume.

Playback Display Sets how to play back an image recorded in portrait.

(Multiple Img./Cancel All Images/Cancel All Movies(MP4)/
Cancel All AVCHD view files)

(DPOF Setup/Date Imprint)

(Watercolor/Illustration)

(Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate)

Memory Card Tool menu

Format Formats the memory card.

File Number Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still images

Folder Name Selects the folder name format in which the still image is

Select REC Folder Changes the selected folder for storing images.

New Folder Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies

Recover Image DB Recovers the image database file and enables recording and

Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the

and movies.
(Series/Reset)

stored.
(Standard Form/Date Form)

(MP4).

playback.

recordable number of still images on the memory card.

Clock setup menu

Date/Time Setup Sets date and time, and daylight savings.

Area Setting Sets the location of use.

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Setup menu

Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

Menu start Sets the default position of the cursor on the menu to the top

Delete confirm. Sets [Delete] or [Cancel] as the default setting for the delete

Mode Dial Guide Turns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting

LCD Brightness Sets the brightness of the LCD screen.

Viewfinder Bright. When using a viewfinder (sold separately), sets the

LCD Quality Sets the screen display quality.

Power Saving Start
Time

HDMI Resolution Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI

CTRL FOR HDMI Operates the camera from a TV that supports “BRAVIA”

Upload Settings* Sets the upload function of the camera when using an Eye-Fi

USB Connection Sets the USB connection method based on the connected

item or the last-selected item.
(Top/Previous)

confirmation screen.
(“Delete” first/“Cancel” first)

mode) on or off.
(On/Off)

(Auto/Manual/Sunny Weather)

brightness of the viewfinder.
(Auto/Manual)

(High/Standard)

Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save mode.
(30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec)

TV.
(Auto/1080p/1080i)

Sync.
(On/Off)

card.
(On/Off)

devices.
(Auto/Mass Storage/MTP)

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Functions that can be selected using the MENU button

USB LUN Setting Sets the mode when the camera is connected to a computer

USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power using a USB connection.

PAL/NTSC Selector
(only for 1080 50i­compatible models)

Audio signals Sets the operating sound of the camera.

* Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted into the camera.

Version Displays the camera software version.

Language Selects the language.

Demo Mode Sets the demonstration playback of a movie to on or off.

Initialize Restores settings to their defaults.

using a USB connection.
(Multi/Single)

(On/Off)

Plays back movies recorded with the camera on an NTSC
system TV.
(PAL/NTSC)

(On/Off)

(On/Off)

(Reset Default/Rec mode reset/Custom reset)

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Using the In-Camera Guide

You can use the (Delete) button not
only for deleting images but also for
displaying a built-in instruction guide.
Press the (Delete) button on the Fn
screen or menu screen to display
explanations for the currently selected
function or setting.

(Delete) button

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Preparing the camera

Charging the battery pack

When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery pack.
The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not
use it. To avoid missing an opportunity to shoot, charge the battery pack
again before you shoot.

1 Slide the lever to open the cover.

2 Insert the battery pack

completely, using the tip of the
battery to press the lock lever.

3 Close the cover.

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Lock lever

Charging the battery pack

4 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the

micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the
wall outlet (wall socket).

For customers in the USA and Canada

Power cord (Mains lead)

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

The charge lamp lights orange, and
charging starts.

• Turn off the camera while charging the
battery.

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

• When the charge lamp flashes and
charging is not finished, remove and re­insert the battery pack.

Charge lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing:

Charging error or charging paused
temporarily because the camera is
not within the proper temperature
range

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Charging the battery pack

Notes

• 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 in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).

• The battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the battery
is dirty. In this case, wipe any dust off lightly using a soft cloth or a cotton swab to
clean the terminal section of the battery.

• Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If
malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.

• 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 cable (supplied)
and AC Adaptor (supplied).

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 155 min. using the AC Adaptor
(supplied).

Notes

• 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.

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Charging the battery pack

Charging by connecting to a computer

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

Notes

• Note the following points when charging via a computer:
– If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power

source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period of
time.

– Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from

sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer
and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off, or
restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the
camera and the computer.

– No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified

computer.

Checking the remaining battery charge

A remaining charge indicator appears on the screen.

High Low

Preparing the camera

Notes

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

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

• If you do not operate the camera for a certain period of time while the power is on,
the camera turns off automatically (Auto power-off function).

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Charging the battery pack

Battery pack

For details on battery life, see page 66.

Supplying power

The camera can be supplied with power from the wall outlet (wall socket)
by connecting to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable
(supplied). When shooting for extended periods, battery consumption can
be reduced.
You can shoot or play back images without a battery pack in the camera.
However, insert a charged battery pack under shooting conditions that
require a lot of power, such as when using a viewfinder (sold separately) or
when shooting movies. Otherwise, some functions will be restricted.

To remove the battery pack

Lock lever

Notes

• To keep the battery pack terminal clean and prevent short-circuits, place the battery
pack in a plastic bag, etc. when carrying and storing to isolate it from other metal
objects, etc.

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Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

“Memory Stick Duo” media and SD cards can be used with this camera.
For details, see page 42.

1 Slide the lever to open the cover.

2 Insert the memory card (sold

separately).

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

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3 Close the cover.

Ensure the notched corner faces

correctly.

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To remove the memory card

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Access lamp

Notes

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

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

Memory cards that can be used

You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera.
However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of memory
cards.

Memory card For still images For movies

Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2 only)

A

Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

Memory Stick Duo —

B Memory Stick Micro (M2) (Mark2 only)

SD memory card (Class 4 or faster)

C

SDHC memory card (Class 4 or faster)

SDXC memory card (Class 4 or faster)

microSD memory card (Class 4 or faster)

D

microSDHC memory card (Class 4 or faster)

• In this manual, the products in the table are collectively referred to as follows:

A: “Memory Stick Duo” media
B: “Memory Stick Micro” media
C: SD card
D: microSD memory card

Notes

• When using “Memory Stick Micro” media or microSD memory cards with this
camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.

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Setting the date and time

When you turn on the camera for the first time or after you initialize the
functions, the screen to set the date and time appears.

1 Set the power switch to ON to turn

on the camera.

The screen to set the date and time
appears.

• To turn the camera off, set the power
switch to OFF.

2 Check that [Enter] is selected on

the screen, then press z on the
control wheel.

3 Select a desired geographic location, then press z.

4 Select each item using b/B and

set the numeric value using v/V.

[Daylight Svg.]: Turns on or off the
daylight saving time setting.
[Date Format]: Selects the format to
display date.

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

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Setting the date and time

5 Repeat step 4 to set other items, then press z on the control

wheel.

6 Check that [Enter] is selected, then press z on the control

wheel.

To cancel the date and time setting operation

Press the MENU button.

Setting the date/time and area again

The date and time setup screen appears automatically only when the power
is turned on for the first time. To reset the date and time, use the menu.

MENU button t 1 t [Date/
Time Setup] or [Area Setting]
(page 32)

MENU button

Maintaining the date and time setting

This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date
and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or
the battery is installed or not.

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Shooting a clear movie without camera shake

“Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs
during shooting, resulting in a blurred image.
The SteadyShot function is available with this camera to reduce camera
shake during movie recording.

MENU button t 1 t [SteadyShot] t Select the desired
setting.

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Shooting and viewing images

Shooting still images

In auto mode, the camera analyzes the subject and allows you to shoot with
the appropriate settings.

1 Set the mode dial to (Auto

Mode).

2 Hold the camera steady as

illustrated.

3 Press the shutter button halfway

down to focus.

When the image is in focus, the indicator
(z) lights.

• The shortest shooting distance is
approximately 0.3 m (1 ft.) (from the
image sensor (page 17)).

• When you turn the macro switching
ring to “0,2m-0,35m,” the camera is set
to macro mode. The shortest shooting
distance is approximately 0.2 m
(0.65 ft.). Macro mode is suitable for
shooting close-ups of subjects such as
flowers or food.

Macro switching ring

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Shooting still images

4 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

• When the camera detects and shoots a face with [Auto Port. Framing] set to
[Auto], the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable
composition. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved.

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Recording movies

1 Press the MOVIE button to start

MOVIE button

recording.

• Movie recording can be started from
any shooting mode.

• When in autofocus mode, the camera
continually adjusts the focus.

2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

Notes

• The sound of the camera in operation may be recorded while recording a movie. You
can disable the sound recording by setting [Audio Recording] to [Off] (page 28).

• The continuous recording time of a movie depends on the ambient temperature or
the condition of the camera. See “Notes on continuous movie recording” (page 68).

• When the icon appears, the temperature of the camera is too high. Turn the
camera off and wait until the temperature of the camera decreases.

Changing the file format

MENU button t 1 t [File Format] (page 28).

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Playing back images

1 Press the button.

button

2 Select an image by turning the control dial.

• To play back movies, press z on the control wheel.

Action during movie playback Control wheel

Pause/Play z

Fast forward B

Fast rewind b

Forward slow playback Turn the control wheel clockwise during

Rewind slow playback Turn the control wheel counterclockwise

Volume V t v/V

Information display v

Notes

• Movies recorded using other devices may not play back on this camera.

Switching between still images and movies

To play back still images, set [Still/Movie Select] to [Folder View(Still)],
and to play back movies, set [Still/Movie Select] to [Folder View(MP4)] or
[AVCHD View].

pause.

during pause.

• Movies are played back in frame
advance.

Shooting and viewing images

MENU button t 1 t [Still/Movie Select] t Select the
desired mode.

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Deleting images

Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Be sure that you
want to delete the image before proceeding.

1 While displaying the image you

want to delete, press the
(Delete) button.

(Delete) button

2 Select [Delete] with v on the control wheel, then press z.

Notes

• Protected images cannot be deleted.

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Selecting a shooting mode

Selecting a shooting mode

Turn the mode dial and set to the
desired shooting mode.

The following shooting modes are available.

(Auto Mode) Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted

(Program Auto) Allows you to shoot with the exposure (the shutter speed and

(Aperture

Priority)

(Shutter Priority) Allows you to adjust the shutter speed manually using the

(Manual

Exposure)

1/2/3 Calls up settings pre-registered in [Memory] in the Still

(Movie) Allows you to shoot movies. You can manually adjust the

(Sweep

Panorama)

(Scene

Selection)

automatically.

the aperture value) adjusted automatically. The other settings
can be adjusted manually.

Allows you to adjust the aperture value manually using the
aperture ring.

control dial.

Allows you to shoot after manually adjusting the exposure
(the shutter speed and the aperture value) using the control
dial and the aperture ring.

shooting menu (page 28).

exposure (the shutter speed and the aperture value) in M
mode.

Allows you to shoot panoramic images by combining
multiple images.

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

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Functions available for each shooting mode

The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.
In the table below, indicates the function is available, and a – indicates
the function is not available.
The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen.

Shoot Mode
(51)

* When the shooting mode is set to M, the exposure can be adjusted only

when [ISO] is set to [AUTO].

Exposure
Comp.

/ –

Self-timer

––

––

––

––

––

––– ––

––

–*

*––

Cont.
Shooting

–––––

Face
Detection

Smile
Shutter

Auto Port.
Framing

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Various functions

Using the various functions

This manual mainly provides an introduction on the use of the camera and a
list of functions. To learn more about the camera, refer to “Cyber-shot User
Guide,” which offers in-depth instructions on the many functions.

ISO/Multi Frame Noise Reduct.

The ISO sensitivity can be set to [AUTO], or can be adjusted between ISO
50 and ISO 25600.

1 Press the Fn button and select [ISO].

2 Select the desired setting using v /V on the

control wheel.

• When you select [AUTO] and press B on the control wheel, you can

change the range of the [AUTO] setting in [ISO AUTO Maximum] or
[ISO AUTO Minimum].

• When you select (Multi Frame Noise Reduct.), you can select larger
ISO numbers than the maximum ISO sensitivity.
The camera shoots continuous multiple images automatically, combines
the images, reduces the noise, and records 1 image.

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Using the various functions

Creative Style

You can select the desired kind of image processing from among 13 styles,
and you can also adjust the contrast, saturation, and sharpness for each
[Creative Style] item.

1 Press the Fn button and select [Creative Style].

2 Select the desired style using v/V on the control

wheel.

[Creative Style] item [Style Box]

You can fine-tune the setting
and save the adjusted setting.

Hand-held Twilight

You can shoot night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod.
A burst of shots is taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject
blur, camera shake, and noise.

1 Set the mode dial to .

2 Press the Fn button and select [Hand-held

Twilight].

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DRO/Auto HDR

Using the [DRO/Auto HDR] function, you can capture various gradations
of the contrast of images.

[D-Range Opt.]: By dividing the image into small areas, the camera
analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the
background, and produces an image with the optimal brightness and
gradation.
[Auto HDR]: Shoots 3 images with different exposures, and then overlays
the correctly exposed image, the bright areas of an under exposed image
and the dark areas of an over exposed image to create an image with rich
gradation.

1 Press the Fn button and select [DRO/Auto

HDR].

2 Select the desired setting using v /V on the

control wheel.

Playback functions

Convenient functions for playback are as follows:

Changes to the playback screen.

Magnifies or reduces images.

Turn the control wheel to magnify or reduce an image.
Turn the control dial to switch to the next/previous
image.

Various functions

Deletes unnecessary images.

Image index screen

You can select the number of images to be displayed; MENU t 1
t [Image Index]

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How to use the Quick Navi screen

You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen, which is
suitable when using a viewfinder (sold separately).
For details on how to attach the viewfinder, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the viewfinder.

1 Press DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to [For

viewfinder].

2 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen.

In [Auto Mode] or [Scene Selection] mode

In P/A/S/M/[Sweep Panorama] mode

3 Select the desired item using v/V/b/B on the control wheel.

4 Set the item using the control wheel or the control dial.

• Select an option using the control wheel and adjust it using the control dial.

• Press the center of the control wheel to open the setting screen for the
selected item.

• Press the Fn button again to finish the Quick Navi.

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Functions available on the Quick Navi screen

Auto Mode/Scene Selection/Image Size/Quality/Drive Mode/Flash Mode/
Smile/Face Detect. /Metering Mode/White Balance/ DRO/Auto HDR /
Creative Style/Picture Effect/Auto Port. Framing/Flash Comp./ISO/Aspect
Ratio/Soft Skin Effect/Autofocus Area

Notes

• You cannot change the settings of items that are grayed out.

• When using [Creative Style] (page 54), some of the setup tasks can be accomplished
only on the setting screen.

Various functions

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Using the software

Use the following applications to optimize use of the images shot with your
Cyber-shot camera.

• “Image Data Converter”

• “PlayMemories Home”
For details on installation, see pages 61 to 63.

Using “Image Data Converter”

With “Image Data Converter”, you can do the following:

• You can play back and edit images recorded in RAW format with various
corrections, such as tone curve and sharpness.

• You can adjust images with white balance, exposure, and [Creative
Style], etc.

• You can save the images displayed and edited on a computer.
You can either save the image as RAW format or save it in the general
file format.

• You can display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images
recorded by this camera.

• You can rank images in 5 grades.

• You can apply color labels.

To use “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help.
Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t
[Image Data Converter Ver.4].

“Image Data Converter” support page (English only)
http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/

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Using “PlayMemories Home”

With “PlayMemories Home”, you can do the following:

• You can import images shot with the camera to your computer and
display them on the computer.

• You can organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date
to view them.

• You can retouch (Red Eye Correction, etc.), print, send still images as e­mail attachments and change the shooting date.

• You can trim and resize images.

• You can print or save still images with the date.

• You can create a Blu-ray Disc or DVD disc from AVCHD movies
imported to a computer. (An internet connection environment is required
when a Blu-ray Disc/DVD disc is created for the first time.)

Notes

• “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back

images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied with
the Mac computer.

• Movies recorded using the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i

24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are
converted by “PlayMemories Home” to create an AVCHD recording disc. This
conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc with the original
image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on a
Blu-ray Disc.

To use “PlayMemories Home,” refer to “PlayMemories Home Help
Guide.”
Double-click the shortcut of (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the
desktop, or click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t
[PlayMemories Home Help Guide].

Viewing images on a computer

“PlayMemories Home” support page (English only)
http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/

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Recommended computer environment (Windows)

The following computer environments are recommended when using the
software and importing images via a USB connection.

OS (pre-installed) Microsoft Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista** SP2/

“PlayMemories
Home”

“Image Data
Converter Ver.4”

Windows 7 SP1

CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster
(For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core
Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster,
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster (AVC HD (FX/FH)),
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster (AVC HD (PS)))
Memory: Windows XP 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is
recommended), Windows Vista/Windows 7 1 GB or more
Hard Disk: Disk space required for installation—
approximately 500 MB

Display: Screen resolution—1024 × 768 dots or more

CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster/1 GB or more
Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more

* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image

Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is required to use the function
for creating discs.

** Starter (Edition) is not supported.

Recommended computer environment (Mac)

The following computer environments are recommended when using the
software and importing images via a USB connection.

OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 – v10.8

“Image Data
Converter Ver.4”

“Image Data Converter Ver.4”: Mac OS X v10.5, v10.6,
v10.7, v10.8

CPU: Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or faster
Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended.
Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more

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Notes

• Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating

systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.

• If you connect 2 or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some

devices, including the camera, may not operate, depending on the types of USB
devices you are using.

• Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB

(USB 2.0 compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer), as the camera is
compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant).

• When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication

between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time.

Installing “PlayMemories Home”

1 Check your computer environment (page 60).

2 Turn on the camera and your computer, then connect the

camera to the computer using a micro USB cable (supplied).

1 To a USB connector

2 To the micro

USB connector

Micro USB cable

Windows 7: Device Stage appears on the computer.

Viewing images on a computer

3 Windows 7: Select “PlayMemories Home” on Device Stage.

Windows XP/Windows Vista: Click [Computer] (in Windows XP,
[My Computer]) t [PMHOME], and double-click
[PMHOME.EXE].

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4 Proceed with installation, following the instructions on the

screen.

When installation is complete, “PlayMemories Home” (Lite Version)
launches.

• The guide screen for installing the “Expanded Feature” of “PlayMemories
Home” is displayed on the computer. Continue the installation following
the on-screen instructions.

• It is necessary to be connected to the Internet to install the “Expanded
Feature.” If you start the program without installing these functions, the
installation guide will be displayed if you click on a function that can only
be used with the “Expanded Feature.”

Notes

• Log on as Administrator.

• Set MENU t 3 t [USB LUN Setting] to [Multi].

• If Device Stage does not activate with Windows 7, click [Computer] t camera icon
t media icon, and double-click [PMHOME.EXE].

• If “PlayMemories Home” has already been installed on your computer, connect the
camera with the computer and register your camera with “PlayMemories Home.”
The available functions activate.

• Mac does not support “PlayMemories Home.” Use the application bundled with the
Mac to play back images.

• If the software “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)”, supplied with models released
before 2011, has already been installed on your computer, “PlayMemories Home”
will overwrite it and will be installed. Some functions of “PMB” will become
unavailable.

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Installing “Image Data Converter”

Windows:

1 Check your computer environment.

OS (pre-installed): Microsoft Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista** SP2/
Windows 7 SP1
CPU: Pentium 4 or faster

* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported.
** Starter (Edition) is not supported.

2 Download the software from the following URL and install it on

your computer.

http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/

Mac:

1 Check your computer environment.

OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X v10.5, v10.6, v10.7, v10.8
CPU: Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Duo or faster

2 Download the software from the following URL and install it on

your computer.

http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/

Notes

• Log on as Administrator.

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Learning more about the camera (“Cyber­shot User Guide”)

“Cyber-shot User Guide” is an on-line manual. Refer to it
for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the
camera.

1 Access the Sony support page.

http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/

2 Select your country or region.

3 Search for the model name of your camera within the support

page.

• Check the model name on the bottom of your camera.

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Checking the number of images and recordable time of movies

When you insert a memory card into the
camera and set the power switch to ON,
the number of images that can be
recorded (should you continue to shoot
using the current settings) is displayed on
the screen.

Notes

• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is
full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images from the current
memory card (pages 31, 50).

• When “NO CARD” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means
no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card.

The number of images that can be recorded on a memory
card

The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be
recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are
defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may
vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card
used.

Image Size: L: 24M
Aspect Ratio: 3:2*
Memory card formatted with this camera (Units: Images)

Capacity

Size

Standard 280 560 1100 2250 4600 9200

Fine 195 395 800 1600 3200 6400

Extra fine 105 215 435 870 1750 3500

RAW & JPEG 54 105 215 435 870 1750

RAW 74 145 295 600 1200 2400

2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB

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* When [Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more images than the

numbers shown in the table above (except when [RAW] is selected).

The number of images that can be recorded using a
battery pack

Note that the actual numbers may differ depending on the conditions of use.

Battery life Number of images

Shooting (still images)
(when [LCD Quality] is set to
[High])

Shooting (still images)
(when [LCD Quality] is set to
[Standard])

Viewing (still images) Approx. 230 min. Approx. 4600 images

Actual shooting (movies) Approx. 30 min. —

Continuous shooting (movies) Approx. 60 min. —

Notes

• The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The
number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.

• The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following
conditions:
– Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Mark2) media (sold separately)
– The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

• 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)
– [Quality] is set to [Fine].
– The focus mode dial is set to AF (Autofocus).
– DISP is set to [Display All Info.].
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The flash strobes once every two times.
– The power turns on and off once every ten times.

Approx. 110 min. Approx. 220 images

Approx. 135 min. Approx. 270 images

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• The battery life for movies is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under
the following conditions:
– [Record Setting] is set to [60i 17M(FH)]/[50i 17M(FH)].
– “Actual shooting (movies)”: Indicates the approximate shooting time as a

guideline when you repeatedly perform shooting, zooming, standby for shooting,
and turning on and off the camera.

– “Continuous shooting (movies)”: When continuous shooting ends because of set

limits (29 minutes), press the MOVIE (Movie) button again to continue shooting.
Shooting functions such as zoom will not operate.

Available recording time for a movie

The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a
memory card formatted with this camera.

Memory card formatted with this camera (h (hour), m (minute))

Capacity
Record
Setting

60i 24M(FX)/50i
24M(FX)

60i 17M(FH)/50i
17M(FH)

60p 28M(PS)/50p
28M(PS)

24p 24M(FX)/25p
24M(FX)

24p 17M(FH)/25p
17M(FH)

1440×1080 12M 15 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 45 m 5 h 30 m 11 h 5 m

VGA 3M

• Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (limited by
product specifications). For [1440×1080 12M] size movies, continuous
shooting is possible for approximately 15 minutes (limited by 2 GB file
size).

2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB

10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3 h 6 h

10 m 30 m 1 h 2 h 4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m

9 m 15 m 35 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 30 m 5 h 5 m

10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3 h 6 h

10 m 30 m 1 h 2 h 4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m

1 h 10 m 2 h 25 m 4 h 55 m 9 h 55 m 20 h

40 h

10 m

Others

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Notes

• The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR
(Variable Bit Rate), which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the
shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the
recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording.
The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or
the image quality/size settings.

• The values shown are not for continuous recording time.

• The recording time may differ depending on shooting conditions and the memory
card used.

• When is indicated, stop recording the movie. The temperature inside the camera
has increased to an unacceptable level.

• For details on movie playback, see page 49.

Notes on continuous movie recording

• It requires a lot of power to perform high quality movie recording or continuous
shooting using the image sensor. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the temperature
inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor. In such cases, the
camera turns off automatically since higher temperatures affect the quality of the
images or affect the internal mechanism of the camera.

• The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or
condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or
shoot images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the camera will rise
and the recording time available will be shorter.

• If the camera stops recording due to the temperature, leave it for several minutes
with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera
drops fully.

• If you observe the follo wing points, the recording time will be longer.
– Keep the camera out of direct sunlight.
– Turn the camera off when it is not being used.

• The maximum size of a movie file is about 2 GB. When the file size is about 2 GB,
recording stops automatically when [File Format] is set to [MP4], and a new movie
file is created automatically when [File Format] is set to [AVCHD].

• The maximum continuous recording time is 29 minutes.

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Specifications

Camera

[System]

Image device: 35mm full size

(35.8 mm × 23.9 mm), Exmor
CMOS image sensor

Total pixel number of camera:

Approx. 24.7 Megapixels

Effective pixel number of camera:

Approx. 24.3 Megapixels

Lens: Carl Zeiss Sonnar T*

35mm single focus lens
f = 35 mm, F2.0
While shooting movies (16:9):
When [SteadyShot] is set to
[Off]: 37 mm
When [SteadyShot] is set to [On]:
44 mm
While shooting movies (4:3):
When [SteadyShot] is set to
[Off]: 45 mm
When [SteadyShot] is set to [On]:
48 mm
Minimum focus
When the macro switching ring is
set to “0,3m- ”: 0.3 m (1 ft.)
When the macro switching ring is
set to “0,2m-0,35m”: 0.2 m
(0.65 ft.)

*1

Minimum focus is the shortest
distance from the image sensor to
the subject.

*1

:

Maximum magnification:
When the macro switching ring is
set to “0,3m- ”: 0.15×
When the macro switching ring is
set to “0,2m-0,35m”: 0.26×
Minimum f-stop: F22
Filter diameter: 49 mm

SteadyShot: Electronic (only for

movies)

Exposure control: Automatic

exposure, Aperture priority,
Shutter priority, Manual
exposure, Scene Selection
(7 modes)

White balance: Automatic, Daylight,

Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent,
Fluorescent (Warm White/
Cool White/Day White/Daylight),
Flash, Color temperature/Color
filter, Custom

Signal format:

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

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File format:

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

• Manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories.

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

Recording media: “Memory Stick

Duo” media, “Memory Stick
Micro” media, SD cards,
microSD memory cards

Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity

(Recommended Exposure Index)
set to Auto):
Approx. 0.75 m to 21.7 m
(2.5 ft. to 71.2 ft.)

[Input and Output connectors]

HDMI connector: HDMI micro jack
Micro USB connector:

USB communication

Microphone jack: 3.5 mm Stereo

mini jack

USB communication: Hi-Speed USB

(USB 2.0)

[Screen]

LCD screen:

7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive

Total number of dots:

1 228 800 dots

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Specifications

[Power, general]

Power: Rechargeable battery pack

NP-BX1, 3.6 V
AC Adaptor AC-UD10/UD11,
5V

Power consumption (during

shooting): 2.0 W

Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C

(32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature: –20 °C to

+60°C (–4°F to +140°F)

Dimensions (CIPA compliant):

113.3 mm × 65.4 mm × 69.6 mm
(4 1/2 inches × 2 5/8 inches ×
2 3/4 inches) (W/H/D)

Mass (CIPA compliant) (including

NP-BX1 battery pack, “Memory
Stick Duo” media):

Approx. 482 g (17 oz)
Microphone: Stereo
Speaker: Monaural
Exif Print: Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III:

Compatible

AC Adaptor AC-UD10/UD11

Power requirements: AC 100 V to

240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 0.2 A
Output voltage: DC 5 V, 1 500 mA
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C

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

+60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Dimensions:

AC-UD10: Approx. 78 mm ×

22 mm × 36 mm (3 1/8 inches ×

7/8 inches × 1 7/16 inches)

(W/H/D)

AC-UD11: Approx. 70 mm ×

33 mm × 36 mm (2 7/8 inches ×

15/16inches × 17/16inches)

(W/H/D)
Mass:

AC-UD10: Approx. 45 g (1.6 oz)

AC-UD11: Approx. 50 g (1.8 oz)

Rechargeable battery pack
NP-BX1

Used battery: Lithium-ion battery
Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V
Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V
Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V
Maximum charge current: 1.89 A
Capacity: 4.5 Wh (1 240 mAh)

Design and specifications are
subject to change without notice.

Specifications

Trademarks

• The following marks are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.

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

, “Memory Stick
PRO Duo,” ,
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,”

, “Memory

Stick Micro”

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

• Windows is registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.

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

• SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C,
LLC.

• “ ” and “PlayStation” are registered
trademarks of Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc.

• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi Inc.

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

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• Add further enjoyment with your
PlayStation 3 by downloading the
application for PlayStation 3 from
PlayStation Store (where available.)

• The application for PlayStation 3
requires PlayStation Network account
and application download. Accessible
in areas where the PlayStation Store is
available.

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

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

Specifications

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Index

Index

A

Area Setting ............................... 43

AUTO ........................................ 46

Auto Mode ................................. 46

B

Battery pack ............................... 36

C

C (Custom) button ..................... 30

Charge lamp............................... 37

Charging battery pack ................ 36

Computer ................................... 58

Control dial ................................ 24

Control wheel............................. 19

Creative Style............................. 54

D

Date/Time Setup ........................43

Delete .........................................50

DISP........................................... 29

Drive Mode................................ 25

DRO/Auto HDR ........................ 55

E

Exposure compensation dial ...... 23

F

File Format................................. 48

Fn ......................................... 24, 25

Func. of C Button....................... 30

Function button ....................24, 25

H

Hand-held Twilight....................54

I

Image Data Converter.......... 58, 63

In-Camera Guide........................35

ISO ............................................. 53

L

Language..............................11, 34

LCD screen ................................20

M

Macro switching ring .................46

Memory card........................ 41, 42

MENU........................................ 27

Menu ..........................................27

Microphone jack ........................16

MOVIE.......................................48

Movie ......................................... 48

MOVIE Button.....................30, 48

Multi Frame Noise Reduct. ........ 53

Multi interface shoe ................... 17

N

Number of recordable images.... 65

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P

PlayMemories Home............59, 61

Q

Quick Navi..................................56

R

Recordable time of movies.........67

Recording movies.......................48

Reducing camera shake..............45

S

Scene Selection...........................25

Set the clock ...............................43

Shooting......................................46

Shooting mode............................51

Shooting still images ..................46

Shoulder strap.............................15

Software......................................58

Specifications .............................69

SteadyShot..................................45

Still/Movie Select.......................49

Strap............................................15

U

USB Connection.........................33

User Guide..................................64

W

White Balance............................ 25

V

Viewing image............................49

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