Sony DSC-WX500 Help Guide

Digital Still Camera DSC-WX500

How to Use

Before Use

Names of parts

Checking the camera and the supplied items [1]
Identifying parts [2]

Icons and indicators

List of icons on the screen [3]

Using the strap

Using the wrist strap [4]

In-Camera guide

About the [In-Camera Guide] [5]
About the shooting advice [6]

Preparing the camera

Charging the battery pack

Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [7]
Charging by connecting to a computer [8]
Inserting the battery pack into the camera [9]

Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery
pack [10]

Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [11]
Removing the battery pack [12]

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Inserting a memory card [13]
Removing the memory card [14]

Setting the language, date and time

Setting language, date and time [15]

Confirming the operation method

Confirming the operation method

Using the control wheel [16]
Using MENU items [17]
Using the Fn (Function) button [18]

Shooting

Shooting still images/movies

Shooting still images [19]
Shooting movies [20]

Selecting a shooting mode

List of mode dial functions [21]
Intelligent Auto [22]
Superior Auto [23]
About Scene Recognition [24]
The advantages of automatic shooting [25]

Program Auto [26]

iSweep Panorama (Face/Motion Detection) [27]
Scene Selection [28]
Shutter Priority [29]
Aperture Priority [30]
Manual Exposure [31]
Memory recall [32]
Movie [33]

Using shooting functions

Using the zoom

Zoom [34]
The zoom features available with this product [35]
Zoom Setting [36]
About zoom scale [37]
Zoom Speed [38]

Using the flash

Using flash [39]
Notes on using the flash [40]
Flash Mode [41]

Selecting a screen display mode

Switching the screen display (Shooting) [42]
DISP Button [43]

Selecting still image size/image quality

Image Size (still image) [44]
Aspect Ratio (still image) [45]
Quality (still image) [46]
Panorama: Size [47]

Panorama: Direction [48]

Adjusting the focus

Focus Area [49]
Center Lock-on AF [50]
Focus-lock [51]
AF Illuminator (still image) [52]

Adjusting the exposure

Exposure Comp. [53]
Metering Mode [54]
Zebra [55]
Exposure Set. Guide [56]

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

Drive Mode [57]
Cont. Shooting [58]
Self-timer [59]
Self-timer(Cont) [60]

Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen

Self-portrait/ -timer [61]

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

ISO [62]
Multi Frame NR [63]

Adjusting color tones

White Balance [64]
Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [65]

Selecting an effect mode

Picture Effect [66]

Recording movies

Movie recording formats [67]
File Format (movie) [68]
Record Setting (movie) [69]
Marker Display (movie) [70]
Marker Settings (movie) [71]
SteadyShot (movie) [72]
Micref Level [73]
Wind Noise Reduct. [74]
Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [75]
MOVIE Button [76]

Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use

Memory [77]
Function Menu Set. [78]
Custom Key Settings [79]
Function of the ? button [80]
Function of the center button [81]
Function of the left button [82]
Function of the right button [83]
Function of the down button [84]

Setting the other functions of this product

Photo Creativity [85]
Smile/Face Detect. [86]
Soft Skin Effect (still image) [87]
Face Registration (New Registration) [88]
Face Registration (Order Exchanging) [89]
Face Registration (Delete) [90]

Red Eye Reduction [91]

Auto Obj. Framing (still image) [92]
Write Date (still image) [93]
Grid Line [94]
Auto Review [95]
Release w/o Card [96]

Viewing

Viewing still images

Playing back images [97]
Playback zoom [98]
Image Index [99]
Switching the screen display (during playback) [100]

Deleting images

Deleting a displayed image [101]
Deleting multiple selected images [102]

Playing back movies

Playing back movies [103]
Motion Shot Video [104]

Viewing panoramic images

Playing back panoramic images [105]

Printing

Specify Printing [106]

Using viewing functions

View Mode [107]

Slide Show [108]

Rotate [109]
Protect [110]
4K Still Image PB [111]
Beauty Effect [112]

Viewing images on a TV

Viewing images on an HD TV [113]
Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV [114]

Changing settings

Setup menu

Monitor Brightness [115]
Volume Settings [116]
Audio signals [117]
Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [118]
Tile Menu [119]
Mode Dial Guide [120]
Delete confirm. [121]
Display Quality [122]
Pwr Save Start Time [123]
PAL/NTSC Selector [124]
Demo Mode [125]
HDMI Resolution [126]
24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) [127]
CTRL FOR HDMI [128]
HDMI Info. Display [129]
USB Connection [130]
USB LUN Setting [131]
USB Power Supply [132]
Language [133]

Date/Time Setup [134]

Area Setting [135]
Format [136]
File Number [137]
Select REC Folder [138]
New Folder [139]
Folder Name [140]
Recover Image DB [141]
Display Media Info. [142]
Version [143]
Certification Logo (Overseas model only) [144]
Setting Reset [145]

Using Wi -Fi functions

Connecting this product and a Smartphone

PlayMemories Mobile [146]
Connecting an Android smartphone to this product [147]
Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad [148]
Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [149]

Controlling this product using a Smartphone

Smart Remote Embedded [150]
One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch

remote) [151]

Transferring images to a Smartphone

Send to Smartphone [152]
Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) [153]

Transferring images to a computer

Send to Computer [154]

Transferring images to a TV

View on TV [155]

Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions

Airplane Mode [156]
WPS Push [157]
Access Point Set. [158]
Edit Device Name [159]
Disp MAC Address [160]
SSID/PW Reset [161]
Reset Network Set. [162]

Adding applications to the product

PlayMemories Camera Apps

PlayMemories Camera Apps [163]
Recommended computer environment [164]

Installing the applications

Opening a service account [165]
Downloading applications [166]
Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function [167]

Starting the applications

Launching the downloaded application [168]

Managing the applications

Uninstalling applications [169]
Changing the order of applications [170]
Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [171]

Viewing on computers

Recommended computer environment

Recommended computer environment [172]

Using the software

PlayMemories Home [173]
Installing PlayMemories Home [174]
Software for Mac computers [175]

Connecting this product and a computer

Connecting the product to a computer [176]
Importing images to the computer [177]
Disconnecting the product from the computer [178]

Creating a movie disc

Disc type [179]
Selecting the disc creation method [180]
Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [181]
Creating Blu-ray Discs [182]

Precautions/This product

Precautions

Precautions [183]
On the internal rechargeable battery [184]
Notes on the battery pack [185]
Charging the battery pack [186]
Memory card [187]

Cleaning this product

On cleaning [188]

Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies

Number of still images [189]
Recordable time of movies [190]

Using this product abroad

Plug adaptor [191]
On TV color systems [192]

Other information

ZEISS lens [193]
AVCHD format [194]
License [195]

Trademarks

Trademarks [196]

Troubleshooting

If you have problems

If you have problems

Troubleshooting [197]

Troubleshooting

Battery pack and power

You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [198]

You cannot turn on the product. [199]

The power turns off suddenly. [200]
The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level. [201]
The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack. [202]
The battery pack is not charged. [203]

Shooting still images/movies

You cannot record images. [204]
Recording takes a long time. [205]
The same image is captured multiple times. [206]
The image is out of focus. [207]
Zoom does not work. [208]
The flash does not work. [209]
Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [210]
The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work. [211]
The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [212]
The date and time are recorded incorrectly. [213]
The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. [214]
The image colors are not correct. [215]
Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. [216]
The eyes of the subject come out red. [217]
Dots appear and remain on the screen. [218]
You cannot shoot images continuously. [219]
The image is whitish (Flare)./Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). [220]
The image is blurred. [221]
The monitor darkens after a short period of time passed. [222]
The flash takes too long to recharge. [223]

Viewing images

Images cannot be played back. [224]
The date and time are not displayed. [225]
The image cannot be deleted. [226]

The image was deleted by mistake. [227]

The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two images at a time.

Wi-Fi

You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. [228]
[WPS Push] does not work. [229]
[Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. [230]
You cannot send movies to a smartphone. [231]
[Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. [232]
The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The

connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. [233]
You cannot use One-Touch connection (NFC). [234]

Computers

The computer does not recognize this product. [235]
You cannot import images. [236]
The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer.

[237]
Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [238]

Memory cards

Formatted the memory card by mistake. [239]

Printing

Images are printed with both edges cut off. [240]
You cannot print images with the date. [241]

Others

The lens gets fogged. [242]
The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with the lens

portion extended. [243]
The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time. [244]
The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the product. [245]

[246]
Settings are reset even though resetting operation has not been performed. [247]
The product does not work properly. [248]
A sound is produced when the product is shaken. [249]
“--E-” appears on the screen. [250]

Messages

Messages

Self-diagnosis display [251]
Warning messages [252]

Situations this product has difficulty handling

Situations this product has difficulty handling

Situations this product has difficulty handling [253]

[1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts

Checking the camera and the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

Camera (1)
NP-BX1 Rechargeable battery pack (1)

Micro USB Cable (1)

AC-UB10C/UB10D AC Adaptor (1)

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

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

Wrist Strap (1)

Instruction Manual (1)
Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1)

[2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts

Identifying parts

1. ON/OFF (Power) button

2. Shutter button

3. Mode dial

4. For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever
For viewing: (Index) lever/Playback zoom lever

5. Self-timer lamp/AF Illuminator

6. Flash

Do not cover the flash with your finger.
If not using the flash, press it down manually.

7. (N mark)

Align this mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone with an NFC function.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your smartphone.
NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range
wireless communication technology.

8. Lens

1. Microphone

2. (Flash pop-up) switch

When using the flash, slide the (Flash pop-up) switch.

3. Monitor

When shooting from low angles or shooting self-portraits, adjust the monitor angle.

4. For shooting: Fn (Function) button
For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button

5. MOVIE (Movie) button

6. MENU button

7. Charge lamp

8. Multi/Micro USB Terminal

Supports Micro USB compatible device.

9. Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)

10. Hook for strap

11. Control wheel

12. (Playback) button

13. ?/ (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button

1. Battery lock lever

2. Battery insertion slot

3. 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.

4. Access lamp

5. Memory card slot

6. HDMI micro jack

7. Battery/Memory card cover

8. Speaker

[3] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators

List of icons on the screen

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

List of shooting mode icons

List of viewing mode icons

1. P P* A S M
Shooting mode

Memory recall

NO CARD

Memory card/Upload

Scene Recognition icons

Scene Selection

100

Remaining number of recordable images

Aspect ratio of still images

18M / 16M / 13M / 10M / 8.9M / 7.5M / 5.0M / 4.5M / 3.7M / 2.1M / VGA

Image size of still images

Image quality of still images

Frame rate of movies

Record setting of movies

NFC is activated

Remaining battery

Remaining battery warning

USB power supply

Flash charge in progress

AF Illuminator

SteadyShot/Camera shake warning

Airplane mode

Overlay icon

Micref Level Low

White Balance

Wind Noise reduction

Database file full/Database file error

Overheating warning

Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom

Spot metering area

C:32:00

Self-diagnosis display

View Mode

100-0003

Folder-File number

File format of movies

Protect

DPOF

DPOF set

Auto object framing image

2.
Drive mode

Metering mode

Flash mode/Red-eye reduction

Focus mode

Focus Area

Smile/Face Detect.

Soft skin effect

Picture Effect

Smile detection sensitivity indicator

3. Lock-on AF
Guide display for Lock-on AF

STBY

Movie recording standby

REC 0:12

Recording time of the movie (m:s)

Control wheel function

Focus

1/250

Shutter speed

F3.5

Aperture Value

±0.0

Metered Manual

±0.0

Exposure compensation

ISO400

ISO sensitivity

Shutter speed indicator

Aperture indicator

Histogram

Picture Effect error

2015-1-1
10:37AM

Date of recording

3/7

File number/Number of images in the view mode

Copyright information exists for image

[4] How to Use Before Use Using the strap

Using the wrist strap

Attach the wrist strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent damage caused by
dropping the product.

[5] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide

About the [In-Camera Guide]

The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and
settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why.

1. Press the MENU or Fn button.

2. Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right side on the control wheel.

3. Press the / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button.
The operation guide for the MENU item you have selected in step 2 is displayed.

If you press the on the center of the control wheel after selecting an item shown
in gray, the reason the item cannot be set is displayed.

[6] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide

About the shooting advice

Displays the shooting advice according to the selected shooting mode.

1. Press the / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button while the shooting screen is
displayed.

2. Press the top/bottom side of the control wheel to select the desired shooting advice,
then press on the center.
The shooting advice is displayed.

You can scroll the screen by pressing the up/down side of the control wheel.

Hint

To view all the shooting advice, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shooting Tip
List].

[7] How to Use

Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

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.

1. Turn the power OFF.

2. 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).

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

For customers in countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and
Canada

Charge lamp

Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing: 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.

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 230 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied).

The charging time may differ depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or

import images to a computer without worrying about the battery running out.

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.

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

[8] How to Use

Preparing the camera 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.

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

If you connect the camera to a computer when power is turned on, the camera will
be powered by the computer while the battery is not charged, which allows you to

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.

[9] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Inserting the battery pack into the camera

How to insert the battery pack into the camera

1. Open the battery cover.

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

3. Close the cover.

[10] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

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

Shooting (still images):
Number of images: approx. 400
Actual shooting (movies):
Battery life: approx. 75 min.
Continuous shooting (movies):
Battery life: approx. 110 min.
Viewing (still images):
Battery life: approx. 330 min., Number of images: approx. 6600

Note

The above battery life and number of images applies when the battery pack has been fully

charged. The battery life and number of images may decrease depending on the

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

The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately)
[Display Quality]: [Standard]

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):

DISP: [Display All Info.]
One picture is taken every 30 seconds.
The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends.
The flash strobes once for every two pictures.
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 60i 17M (FH) .
Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeated shooting, zooming, shooting stand- by,
turning on/off, etc.
Continuous movie shooting: Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the limit (29 minutes) has
been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE button again. Other functions, such as
zooming, are not used.

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

[11] How to Use

Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)

If you use an AC-UD10 AC adaptor (sold separately) that is compatible with shooting and
playback, power will be supplied to the camera via the AC adaptor when you are using the
camera without using up the battery power.

1. To supply power to the camera during shooting/playback, connect the camera to the
AC adaptor AC-UD10 (sold separately) and plug the AC adaptor into a wall outlet (wall
socket).

Note

You can shoot or play back images while the supplied AC adaptor is connected to the
camera. However, the camera will turn off when the battery pack is completely
discharged.

If you use the camera while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), make sure

that the icon ( / ) displays on the monitor.

[12] How to Use

Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Removing the battery pack

How to remove the battery pack

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

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

Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

[13] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Inserting a memory card

How to insert a memory card

1. Open the memory card cover.

2. Insert the memory card.

Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction.
With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card

until it clicks into place.

3. Close the memory card cover.

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.

[14] How to Use

Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Removing the memory card

How to remove the memory card

1. Open the memory card cover.

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

3. Push in on the memory card once to remove it.

4. Close the memory card cover.

[15] How to Use Preparing the camera Setting the language, date and time

Setting language, date and time

When you turn on the camera for the first time or after you have initialized the functions, the

setting screen for language, date and time will appear.

1. Turn on the camera.
The language setting screen will appear and then setting screen for date and time will
appear.

2. Select your language, and then press .

3. Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press on the control wheel.

4. Select your desired geographic location, and then press .

5. Select a setting item using the up/down side of the control wheel or by turning the
control wheel, then press in the center.

6. Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time], and [Date Format] using the up/down/left/right
sides, then press in the center.

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

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

To cancel the date and time setting procedure, press the MENU button.

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.

[16] How to Use

Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method

Using the control wheel

You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control

wheel. Your selection is determined when you press on the center of the control wheel.

The DISP (Display Setting), (Exposure Comp./Photo Creativity), / (Drive
Mode), (Flash Mode) functions are assigned to the top/bottom/left/right sides of the
control wheel. You can assign selected functions to the left/right/bottom sides of the control
wheel or to the in the center.

During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of
the control wheel or by turning the control wheel.

[17] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method

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.

1. Press MENU button to display the Menu screen.

2. Select the desired MENU item using the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel or
by turning the control wheel, and then press in the center of the control wheel.

The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu]
setting.

3. Select the desired setting item by pressing the up/down/left/right side on the control
wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press on the center of the control
wheel.

Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right side of the control
wheel to move to another MENU item.

4. Select the desired setting value, and press to confirm.

[18] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method

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.

1. Press the Fn button in shooting mode.

2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control
wheel.

3. Set the desired setting by turning the control wheel.

Performing settings on the dedicated screen

Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control wheel.
The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow the operating guide (A) to
perform the settings.

[19] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies

Shooting still images

Shoots still images.

1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto).

2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera.

3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( ) lights up.

The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W), 250 cm (8.20 ft)

(T) (from the lens).

4. Press the shutter button fully down.

Focus indicator

lights:

Image is in the focus.

flashes:

The focusing has failed.

Hint

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.

[20] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies

Shooting movies

You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button.

1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording.

2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

Hint

You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key. MENU→
(Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → set the function to the preferred key.

Note

If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the lens operating
will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded when
you press the MOVIE button to stop recording.
For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to "Recordable time of
movies." When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the
MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the product, depending on the
temperature of the product or the battery.

[21] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

List of mode dial functions

You can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.

Available functions

(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.

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

(Aperture Priority):

Allows you to adjust the aperture and shoot when you want to blur the background, etc.

(Shutter Priority):

Allows you to shoot fast-moving subjects etc., by manually adjusting the shutter speed.

(Manual Exposure):
Allows you to shoot still images with the desired exposure by adjusting the shutter speed
and the aperture value.

MR (Memory recall):

Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or numeric settings
registered in advance.

(Movie):

Allows you to change the setting for movie recording.

(iSweep Panorama):

Allows you to shoot a panoramic image by compositing the images.

SCN (Scene Selection):

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

[22] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Intelligent Auto

The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition.

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

2. Point the camera to the subject.
When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on
the screen.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the image.

Note

The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions
other than optical zoom.
The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions.

[23] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Superior Auto

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.

1. Set the mode dial to (Superior Auto).

2. 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.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the image.

Note

When the product is used to create composite images, the recording process takes longer
than usual.
The product will not recognize the scene when you use zoom functions other than optical
zoom.
The product may not properly recognize a scene under some shooting conditions.

[24] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

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)

(Macro)

(Spotlight)

(Low Light)

When the product recognizes certain conditions, the following icons are displayed on the
second line:

(Tripod)

(Walk)

*

The condition (Walk) is recognized only when [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or

[Intelligent Active].

Note

When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait]
and [Infant]scenes are not recognized.

[25] How to Use

*

(Move)

(Move (Bright))
(Move (Dark))

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

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.

Aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set by the camera.

Hint

In [Superior Auto] mode and when the (overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to
move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded.
In [Program Auto] mode, you can change the combination of shutter speed and aperture
value while maintaining the correct exposure by turning the control wheel. This function is
called "Program Shift" (P*).

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

[26] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Program Auto

Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and
the aperture value).
You can set shooting functions such as [ISO].

1. Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto).

2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

Program Shift

You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F-value) combination by rotating the
control wheel, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set by this product. This
function is available when you do not use the flash.

“P” on the screen changes to “P*” when you turn the control wheel.
To cancel program shift, set the shooting mode to other than [Program Auto], or turn off
the camera.

Note

According to the brightness of the environment, the program shift may not be used.

Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting
you made.
When the brightness changes, the aperture (F value) and shutter speed also change
while maintaining the shift amount.

[27] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

iSweep Panorama (Face/Motion Detection)

Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the
camera.

1. Set the mode dial to (iSweep Panorama).

2. Point the camera at the subject.

3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the
desired panoramic composition.

(A) This part will not be shot.

4. Press the shutter button fully down.

5. Pan the camera to the end of the guide in the direction of the arrow on the monitor.

(B) Guidance bar

Note

If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area
occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full
panoramic image.
When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may
not be achieved within the given time. If this happens, try shooting after changing
[Panorama: Size] to [Standard].
Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part may not be recorded
smoothly in some cases.
The images may be blurred in dark scenes.
When a light source such as a fluorescent light flickers, the brightness and color of a
stitched image may not be consistent.
The following situations are not suited for shooting Sweep Panorama:

Moving subjects.
Subjects that are too close to the product.
Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, beach, or a lawn.
Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
Subjects with brightness widely different from its surroundings such as the sun or a light bulb.

The Sweep Panorama shooting may be interrupted in the following situations.

When the camera is panned too fast or too slow.
The subject is too blurry.

Hint

You can turn the control wheel on the shooting screen to select the shooting direction.

[28] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Scene Selection

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

1. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection).

2. Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting.

When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you
have changed the position of the mode dial.

Menu item details

Portrait:

Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly.

Adv.Sports Shooting:

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

Landscape:

Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.

Sunset:

Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.

Night Scene:

Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere.

Hand-held Twilight:

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

Night Portrait:

Shoots night scene portraits using the flash.
The flash does not pop-up automatically. Pop-up the flash before shooting.

Anti Motion Blur:

Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur. The
product shoots burst images and combines them to create the image, reducing subject blur
and noise.

Backlight Corr. HDR:

Allows you to shoot three images using different exposures to create a single image with a
greater range of gradation.

Pet:

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

Gourmet:

Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors.

Beach:

Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight.

Snow:

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

Fireworks:

Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor.

Soft Skin:

Allows you to shoot images of faces with a smoother look.

High Sensitivity:

Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash, and reduces
subject blur. Also allows you to shoot dark movie scenes more brightly.

Note

Under the following settings, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is
recommended to prevent the image from blurring:

[Night Scene]
[Night Portrait]
[Fireworks]

In the [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4 times and an
image is recorded.
Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] when
shooting the following subjects:

Subjects with erratic movement.
Subjects that are too close to the product.
Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, a beach, or a lawn.
Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.

In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur when
using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting.

Hint

To change the scene, rotate the control wheel on the shooting screen and select a new
scene.

[29] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Shutter Priority

You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter

speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing

image with low speed shutter.

1. Set the mode dial to S (Shutter Priority).

2. Select the desired value by turning the control wheel.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure.

Note

If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the aperture value on the shooting
screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.
Use a tripod to prevent blurring when you use a slow shutter speed.
The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in shutter speed priority mode.
When the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer, noise reduction will be done after
shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot
shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress.
The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.

Hint

When a faster shutter speed is used, moving subjects, such as a running person, cars, or
sea spray come out as if they are frozen in their movements. When a slower shutter
speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to create a
more natural and dynamic image.

[30] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Aperture Priority

You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing
the background.

1. Set the mode dial to A (Aperture Priority).

2. Select the desired value by turning the control wheel.

Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and beyond the
subject are blurred.
Larger F-value: The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure.

Note

If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting
screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.
The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot.

Hint

Smaller F-value (opening the aperture) narrows the range that is in focus. This allows you
to put the subject in sharp focus and blur objects in front of and beyond the subject (depth
of field becomes shallower). Larger F-value (narrowing down the aperture) widens the
range that is in focus. This allows you to shoot the depth of the scenery (depth of field
becomes deeper).

[31] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Manual Exposure

You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and
aperture.

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

2. Press the bottom side of the control wheel to select the shutter speed or aperture value,
then turn the control wheel to select a value.
When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO], use MM (Metered Manual) to check the
exposure value.

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

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

Note

When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value automatically changes to achieve the
appropriate exposure using the aperture value and shutter speed you have set. If the
aperture value and shutter speed you have set are 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 SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode.
The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.

[32] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Memory recall

Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or camera settings registered
in advance.

1. Set the mode dial to MR (Memory recall).

2. Press the left/right side of the control wheel or turn the control wheel to select the
desired number, then press on the center.

Note

Register shooting settings in advance by [Memory].
If you set [Memory 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.

[33] How to Use

Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Movie

You can change the shooting mode for recording movies. You can also check the image
angle before shooting.

1. Set the mode dial to (Movie).

2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Movie] → desired setting.

When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you
have changed the position of the mode dial.

3. Press the MOVIE button to start recording.

Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

Menu item details

Intelligent Auto:

Allows you to shoot with the automatic settings.

Portrait:

Blurs the background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly.

Landscape:

Allows you to shoot the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.

Night Scene:

Allows you to shoot night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere.

Beach:

Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight.

Snow:

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

Fireworks:

Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor.

High Sensitivity:

Allows you to shoot dark scenes more brightly.

[34] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

Zoom

Enlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.

1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.

Move the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in and to the W side to zoom out.

Hint

When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can exceed the
zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images.

[35] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

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.

1. Optical zoom range
Images are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product.

2. 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]).

3. Clear Image Zoom range ( )
Zoom images using an image process with less deterioration. Set [Zoom Setting] to
[On:ClearImage Zoom] or [On:Digital Zoom] first.

4. Digital Zoom range ( )
You can magnify images using an image process. When you select [On:Digital Zoom]
for [Zoom Setting], you can use this zoom function.

Note

The default setting for [ Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom change [ Image
Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA].
You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies.
When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, [Metering Mode] is fixed to
[Multi].

[36] How to Use

Using shooting functions Using the zoom

Zoom Setting

You can select the zoom setting of the product.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Optical zoom only:

Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [ Image Size]
to [M], [S] or [VGA].
On:ClearImage Zoom:
Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies images within
the range in which image quality does not deteriorate significantly.
On:Digital Zoom:
When the zoom range of the [ Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies
images to the largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate.

Note

Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image
quality does not deteriorate.

[37] How to Use

Using shooting functions Using the zoom

About zoom scale

The zoom scale changes according to the settings of this product. The zoom scale for each
setting is as follows.

When [ Aspect Ratio] is [4:3]

[Zoom Setting]: [Optical zoom only] (including smart zoom)

[ Image Size]: L 30×, M 40×, S 56×, VGA 229×

[Zoom Setting]: [On:ClearImage Zoom]

[ Image Size]: L 60×, M 80×, S 113×, VGA 459×

[Zoom Setting]: [On:Digital Zoom]

[ Image Size]: L 120×, M 161×, S 226×, VGA 459×

[38] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

Zoom Speed

Sets the zoom speed of the camera's zoom lever.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Speed] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Normal:

Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to normal.

Fast:

Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to fast.

Hint

The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller
(sold separately) connected to the camera.

Note

Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded.

[39] How to Use

Using shooting functions Using the flash

Using flash

In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to prevent
camera-shake. When shooting against the sun, use the flash to lighten the image of the
backlit subject.

1. Press the (Flash pop-up) slide switch to pop up the flash.

2. Press the shutter button fully down.

When you do not use the flash

When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body.

Note

If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause malfunction.
You cannot use the flash when recording movies.
While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will

light up.

When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W, the shadow of the lens may
appear on the screen, depending on the shooting conditions. If this happens, shoot away
from the subject or set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again.
When the monitor is tilted upward more than 90 degrees, it is difficult to operate the
(Flash pop-up) switch. Raise the flash unit before adjusting the monitor angle.
When using flash to shoot pictures of yourself, be careful not to look directly at the light,
because the flash will go off at a close distance. To prevent the flash from hitting the
monitor when you press it back down into the camera body after use, first return the
monitor to its original position.

[40] How to Use

Using shooting functions Using the flash

Notes on using the flash

When using the flash, note the following points.

You cannot use the flash when recording movies.
While charging the flash, the indicator flashes. When the charging of the flash is
finished, the indicator lights up.

[41] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash

Flash Mode

You can set the flash mode.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Flash Off:

The flash does not operate.

Autoflash:

The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light.

Fill-flash:

The flash works every time you trigger the shutter.

Slow Sync.:

The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a
clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed.

Rear Sync.:

The flash works right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter.
Rear sync shooting allows you to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such
as a moving car or a walking person.

Note

The default setting depends on the shooting mode.
Available flash mode depends on the shooting mode.

[42] How to Use

Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode

Switching the screen display (Shooting)

You can change the display contents on the screen.

1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button.
Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes.

Graphic Display

Display All Info.

No Disp. Info.

Histogram

Some display modes are not available in the default settings.
To change the display modes, press MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] and
change the setting.

Note

Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting.

Hint

To hide the grid lines displayed during still image shooting, select MENU → (Custom
Settings) → [Grid Line] → [Off].
To hide the marker displayed during movie recording, select MENU → (Custom
Settings) → [ Marker Display] → [Off].

[43] How to Use

Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode

DISP Button

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

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] → desired setting → [Enter].
The items marked with are available.

Menu item details

Graphic Display:

Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value.

Display All Info.:

Shows recording information.

No Disp. Info.:

Does not show recording information.

Histogram:

Displays the luminance distribution graphically.

[44] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

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.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Image Size] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2

L: 16M 4896×3264 pixels
M: 8.9M 3648×2432 pixels
S: 4.5M 2592×1728 pixels

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 4:3

L: 18M 4896×3672 pixels
M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels
S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels
VGA 640×480 pixels

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9

L: 13M 4896×2752 pixels
M: 7.5M 3648×2056 pixels
S: 2.1M 1920×1080 pixels

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 1:1

L: 13M 3664×3664 pixels
M: 7.5M 2736×2736 pixels
S: 3.7M 1920×1920 pixels

[45] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Aspect Ratio (still image)

Sets the aspect ratio of still images.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting.

Menu item details

3:2:

Suitable for standard prints.

4:3:

For shooting in a size suitable for viewing on a computer.

16:9:

For viewing on a high-definition TV.

1:1:

For shooting in composition as a medium format camera.

[46] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Quality (still image)

Selects the compression format of still images.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Quality] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Fine:

File format: JPEG
The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded.
Standard:
File format: JPEG
The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the compression rate of
[Standard] is higher than that of [Fine], the file size of [Standard] is smaller than that of

[Fine]. This will allow more files to be recorded on 1 memory card, but the image quality will

be lower.

[47] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Panorama: Size

Sets the image size when shooting panoramic images. The image size varies depending on
the [Panorama: Direction] setting.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Size] → desired setting.

Menu item details

When [Panorama: Direction] is [Up] or [Down]

Standard: 3424×1920
Wide: 4912×1920

When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right]

Standard: 4912×1080
Wide: 7152×1080
360°: Allows you to shoot in the size of 11520×1080, 360 degrees around.

[48] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Panorama: Direction

Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Right:

Pan the camera from the left to the right.

Left:

Pan the camera from the right to the left.

Up:

Pan the camera from the bottom to the top.

Down:

Pan the camera from the top to the bottom.

When you press the center button, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of

[49] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Focus Area

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

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Area] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Wide:

Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image.
When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a green frame
is displayed around the area that is in focus.

Center:

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

Flexible Spot:

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

On the Flexible Spot shooting screen, you can change the size of the AF range finder frame
by rotating the control wheel.

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.

On the Flexible Spot shooting screen, you can change the size of the AF range finder frame
by rotating the control wheel.

[50] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Center Lock-on AF

the screen and continues to track the subject.

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

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On]

2. Align the target frame (A) over the subject and press in the center of the control
wheel.
Press 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.

3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image.

Note

[Center Lock-on AF] 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.

Lock-on AF does not work in the following situations:

In [iSweep Panorama] mode
When [Scene Selection] is set to [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur]
When using the digital zoom

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

[51] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Focus-lock

1. Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down.
The focus is locked.

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

3. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture.

[52] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

AF Illuminator (still image)

The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings.
The red AF illuminator allows the product to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed
halfway, until the focus is locked.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ AF Illuminator] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Auto:

Uses the AF illuminator.

Off:

Does not use the AF illuminator.

Note

You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations:

In movie mode
In [iSweep Panorama] mode
When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes:

[Landscape]
[Adv.Sports Shooting]
[Night Scene]
[Pet]
[Fireworks]

The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not
look directly into the AF illuminator at close range.

[53] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

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).

1. / (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel → press the left/right side of the
control wheel or turn the control wheel, and select the desired exposure range.

When using [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], you can display the settings screen
for [Photo Creativity] by pressing / .

You can adjust the exposure in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV.

Note

You can adjust the exposure in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies.
If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash,
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].

[54] How to Use

Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

Metering Mode

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

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting.

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 (Center-weighted metering).

Spot:

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

Note

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

[Intelligent Auto]
[Superior Auto]
[Scene Selection]
Zoom functions other than optical zoom

[55] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

Zebra

The zebra pattern will appear over part of an image if the brightness level of that part meets
the IRE level that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zebra] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not display the zebra pattern.
70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+:
Adjusts the brightness level.

Note

The zebra pattern is not displayed during HDMI connection.

[56] How to Use

Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

Exposure Set. Guide

You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not display the guide.
On:
Displays the guide.

[57] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Drive Mode

You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting.
You can also set the drive mode by pressing / ([Drive Mode]) button of the

control wheel.

Menu item details

Single Shooting:

Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode.

Cont. Shooting:

Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.

Self-timer:
Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed
since the shutter button was pressed.

Self-timer(Cont):
Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated number of
seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.

[58] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous

shooting/Self-timer)

Cont. Shooting

Shoots maximum 10 images while you press the shutter button.

1. MENU→ (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Cont. Shooting].

2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.

Menu Item Details

Continuous Shooting: Hi:

Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 10 images per second.

Continuous Shooting: Lo:

Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 2 images per second.

Note

Continuous shooting is unavailable in the following situations:

The shooting mode has been set to [iSweep Panorama].
The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and a scene other than [Adv.Sports Shooting] is
selected.
The [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting] , [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature],
[Watercolor], or [Illustration].
[ISO] is set to [Multi Frame NR].
[Smile Shutter] is being used.

[59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Self-timer

Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed
since the shutter button was pressed.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Self-timer].

2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.

Menu item details

Self-timer: 10 Sec:

Sets the 10-second delay self-timer.

When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the

shutter operates after 10 seconds. To cancel the self-timer, press the shutter button again.

Self-timer: 5 Sec:
Sets the 5-second delay self-timer.
When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the
shutter operates after 5 seconds. To cancel the self-timer, press the shutter button again.

Self-timer: 2 Sec:
Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. This reduces the camera-shake caused by pressing the
shutter button.

Hint

Press the / button of the control wheel to end the self-timer.
Press the / button and select (Single Shooting) of the control wheel to cancel
the self-timer.

Note

The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations:

The shooting mode is set to [iSweep Panorama].
[Adv.Sports Shooting] in [Scene Selection]
[Smile Shutter]

[60] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Self-timer(Cont)

Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated number of
seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. You can choose the best from
multiple shots.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Self-timer(Cont)].

2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.

Menu item details

Self-timer(Cont.): 10 Sec. 3 Img.:

Shoots three frames in succession 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.
When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the
shutter operates after 10 seconds.

Self-timer(Cont.): 5 Sec. 3 Img.:

Shoots three frames in succession 5 seconds after you press the shutter button. When you

press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the shutter

operates after 5 seconds.

Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 3 Img.:
Shoots three frames in succession 2 seconds after you press the shutter button. When you
press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the shutter
operates after 2 seconds.

Hint

Press the / button of the control wheel to end the self-timer.
Press the / button and select (Single Shooting) of the control wheel to
release the self-timer.

[61] How to Use
the screen

Using shooting functions Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring

Self-portrait/ -timer

You can change the angle of the monitor and shoot images while watching the monitor.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Self-portrait/ -timer] → [On].

2. Tilt the monitor approximately 180° upward, and then point the lens at yourself.

3. Press the shutter button.
The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds.

Hint

If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self­portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees.

[62] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity

ISO

Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The
larger the number, the higher the sensitivity.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ISO] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Multi Frame NR:

Combines continuous shots to create an image with less noise. Select the desired ISO
number from [ISO AUTO] or ISO 80 – 3200.

ISO AUTO:

Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
ISO 80 – ISO 3200:

Sets the ISO sensitivity manually. Selecting a larger number increases the ISO sensitivity.

Note

[ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions:

[Intelligent Auto]
[Superior Auto]
[Scene Selection]
[iSweep Panorama]

The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images.
When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay
processing of images.

[63] How to Use

Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity

Multi Frame NR

The product automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines them, reduces the
noise, and records them as one image. With multi frame noise reduction, you can select
larger ISO numbers than the maximum ISO sensitivity. The image recorded is one combined
image.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ISO] → [Multi Frame NR].

2. Press the right side of the control wheel to display the setting screen, then select a
desired value using the top/bottom side of the control wheel.

Note

The flash cannot be used.
When [Picture Effect] is set to something other than [Off], you cannot set [Multi Frame
NR].

[64] How to Use

Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones

White Balance

Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the
color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the
color tones on purpose for photographic expression.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [White Balance] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Auto:

The product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones.

Daylight:

The color tones are adjusted for the daylight.

Shade:

The color tones are adjusted for shadiness.

Cloudy:

The color temperature is adjusted for a cloudy sky.

Incandescent:

The color temperature is adjusted for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright
lighting, such as in a photo studio.

Fluor.: Cool White:

The color temperature is adjusted for white fluorescent lighting.

Fluor.: Day White:

The color temperature is adjusted for neutral white fluorescent lighting.

Fluor.: Daylight:

The color temperature is adjusted for daylight fluorescent lighting.

Flash:

The color temperature is adjusted for flash light.

Custom:

Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup].

Custom Setup:

Memorizes the basic white color under the light conditions for the shooting environment.

Note

[White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations:

[Intelligent Auto]
[Superior Auto]
[Scene Selection]

[65] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones

Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode

In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is
recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the
whiteness.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [White Balance] → [Custom Setup].

2. Hold the product so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center,
and then press on the center of the control wheel.

Note

The message [Custom WB Error] indicates that the value is higher than the expected
range, when the flash is used on a subject with too bright colors in the frame. If you
register this value, the indicator turns orange on the recording information display.
You can shoot at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to
get a more accurate white balance value.

[66] How to Use

Using shooting functions Selecting an effect mode

Picture Effect

Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Disables the [Picture Effect] function.

Toy Camera:

Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.

Pop Color:

Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones.

Posterization:

Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and
white.

Retro Photo:

Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast.

Soft High-key:

Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft.

Partial Color:

Creates an image which retains a specific color, but converts others to black and white.

High Contrast Mono.:

Creates a high-contrast image in black and white.

Soft Focus:

Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect.

HDR Painting:

Creates the look of a painting, enhancing the colors and details.

Rich-tone Mono.:

Creates an image in black and white with rich gradation and reproduction of details.

Miniature:

Creates an image which enhances the subject vividly, with the background defocused
considerably. This effect may often be found in pictures of miniature models.

Watercolor:

Creates an image with ink bleed and blurring effects as if painted using watercolors.

Illustration:

Creates an illustration-like image by emphasizing the outlines.

Hint

You can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the
left/right side of the control wheel.

[Toy Camera]
[Posterization]
[Partial Color]
[Soft Focus]
[HDR Painting]
[Miniature]
[Illustration]

Note

When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, setting the zoom scale larger
makes [Toy Camera] less effective.
When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on
the subject or shooting conditions.
You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product
processes the image after the shot. Also, you cannot shoot another image until image
processing is finished.

[Soft Focus]
[HDR Painting]
[Rich-tone Mono.]
[Miniature]
[Watercolor]
[Illustration]

[Picture Effect] is not available for movies.
In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono.], the shutter is released three times
for one shot. Be careful about the following:

Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not flash light.
Do not change the composition before shooting.

When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera-shake or subject blur
has occurred, you may not be able to obtain good HDR images. If the product detects
such a situation, / appear on the recorded image to inform you of this
situation. If necessary, change the composition or otherwise adjust the settings, be
careful of blurring, and shoot again.
[Picture Effect] cannot be set when the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto],
[Superior Auto], [Scene Selection] or [iSweep Panorama].

[67] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies

Movie recording formats

memory card with a capacity of at least 64 GB (SD Speed Class 10: or faster)

You can use the movie recording format "XAVC S" with this camera. For details on the
"XAVC S" format, see the following description.

What is XAVC S?

Records high-definition movies by converting them to MP4 movies using the MPEG-4
AVC/H.264 codec. MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 is capable of compressing images at higher
efficiency. You can record high-quality images while reducing the amount of data.

XAVC S/AVCHD recording format

XAVC S HD:

Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps
Records a more vivid movie compared to AVCHD with increased amounts of information.

AVCHD:

Bit-rate: Approx. 28 Mbps (Maximum)
The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than
computers.

Bit rate is the amount of the data processed within a given length of time.

[68] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies

File Format (movie)

Selects the movie file format.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ File Format] → desired setting.

Menu item details

XAVC S HD:

Records high-definition movies in XAVC S HD. This format supports a higher bit rate.
Audio: LPCM

You cannot create discs using the software PlayMemories Home with movies that are
recorded with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S HD].

In order to record movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S HD], you need an SDXC

or a UHS-I compatible SDXC memory card with at least 64 GB (UHS Speed Class 1:
or faster).

AVCHD:
Records HD movies in AVCHD format. This file format is suitable for high-definition TV.
You can create a Blu-ray Disc, an AVCHD recording disc, or a DVD-Video disc using the
software PlayMemories Home.
Audio: Dolby Digital
MP4:
Records mp4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for playback on smartphones or tablets,
web uploads, email attachments, etc.
Audio: AAC

You cannot create a disc using the software PlayMemories Home with a movie that was
recorded when [ File Format] was set to [MP4].

Note

When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2
GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be
created automatically.
When [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 4 GB. If
the movie file size reaches approx. 4 GB during recording, recording will stop
automatically.

[69] How to Use

Using shooting functions Recording movies

Record Setting (movie)

Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit­rate, the higher the image quality.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting.

When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]

Records high-definition movies by converting them to MP4 file format using the MPEG-4
AVC/H.264 codec.

When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD]

60i/50i: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 fields/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible
devices) or 50 fields/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlaced mode, with Dolby
Digital audio, in AVCHD format.

24p/25p: Movies are recorded at approximately 24 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible

devices) or 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with
Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format.
60p/50p: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible
devices) or 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with
Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format.

When [ File Format] is set to [MP4]

Movies shot are recorded in MPEG-4 format, at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60i­compatible devices), approximately 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices),
approximately 30 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or approximately 25
frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with AAC audio, MP4
format.

Menu items details

When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]

*

60p 50M

/50p 50M**:

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p).
Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps

*

30p 50M

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (30p/25p).
Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps

24p 50M (Only for 1080 60i compatible models):

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (24p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere.
Bit-rate: Approx. 50 Mbps

When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD]
60i 24M(FX)*:

50i 24M(FX)**:

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i).
Bit-rate: 24 Mbps (Max.)

60i 17M(FH)*:

/25p 50M**:

50i 17M(FH)**:

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i).
Bit-rate: Approx. 17 Mbps (Avg.)

60p 28M(PS)*:
50p 28M(PS)**:

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p).
Bit-rate: 28 Mbps (Max.)

24p 24M(FX)*:

25p 24M(FX)**:

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere.
Bit-rate: 24 Mbps (Max.)

24p 17M(FH)*:
25p 17M(FH)**:

Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere.
Bit-rate: Approx. 17 Mbps (Avg.)

When [ File Format] is set to [MP4]

**

1920x1080 60p 28M*/1920x1080 50p 28M

:

Records the movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p).
Bit-rate: Approx. 28 Mbps (Avg.)

**

1920x1080 30p 16M*/1920x1080 25p 16M

:

Records the movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).
Bit-rate: Approx. 16 Mbps (Avg.)

**

1280x720 30p 6M*/1280x720 25p 6M

:

Records small file size movies in 1280×720 (30p/25p).
Bit-rate: Approx. 6 Mbps (Avg.)

* 1080 60i (NTSC) compatible device
** 1080 50i (PAL) compatible device

Note

60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices.
Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)]/
[24p 24M(FX)] /[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [ Record Setting] are converted by
PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can
take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc in the original image quality. If you want to
keep the original image quality, store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc.
To play back 60p/50p/24p/25p movies on a TV, the TV must be compatible with the
60p/50p/24p/25p formats. If the TV is not compatible with the 60p/50p/24p/25p format,
60p/50p/24p/25p movies will be output as 60i/50i movies.

You cannot create discs with movies recorded with [XAVC S HD] or [MP4] recording
settings using PlayMemories Home.

[70] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies

Marker Display (movie)

Sets whether or not to display markers set using [ Marker Settings] on the monitor while

shooting movies.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Marker Display] → desired setting.

Menu item details

On:

Markers are displayed. The markers are not recorded on the movies.

Off:

No marker is displayed.

Note

The markers are displayed on the monitor. (You cannot output the markers.)

[71] How to Use

Using shooting functions Recording movies

Marker Settings (movie)

Sets the markers to be displayed while shooting movies.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Marker Settings] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Center:

Sets whether or not to display the center marker in the center of the shooting screen.
Off / On

Aspect:

Sets the aspect marker display.
Off / 4:3 / 13:9 / 14:9 / 15:9 / 1.66:1 / 1.85:1 / 2.35:1

Safety Zone:

Sets the safety zone display. This becomes the standard range that can be received by a
general household TV.
Off / 80% / 90%

Guideframe:

Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or
perpendicular to the ground.
Off / On

Hint

You can display all the markers at the same time.
Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition.

[72] How to Use

Using shooting functions Recording movies

SteadyShot (movie)

Sets [ SteadyShot] effect when shooting movies.

1. MENU→ (Camera Settings) → [ SteadyShot] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Intelligent Active:

Provides the most powerful SteadyShot effect.

Active:

Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect.

Standard:

Reduces camera shake under stable movie shooting conditions.

Note

If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change.

[73] How to Use

Using shooting functions Recording movies

Micref Level

You can select the microphone level for movie recording.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Micref Level] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Normal:

Records the ambient sounds within a certain level. This setting is suitable for recording
everyday conversations.

Low:

Records the ambient sounds faithfully. This setting is suitable for recording realistic sounds,
for example at a concert.

[74] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies

Wind Noise Reduct.

Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Wind Noise Reduct.] → desired setting.

Menu item details

On:

Reduces wind noise.
Off:
Does not reduce wind noise.

Note

Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal
sound to be recorded with too low volume.

[75] How to Use

Using shooting functions Recording movies

Auto Slow Shut. (movie)

Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the
subject is dark.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Slow Shut.] → desired setting.

Menu item details

On:

Uses [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The shutter speed automatically slows when recording in dark
locations. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording
in dark locations.
Off:

Does not use [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The recorded movie will be darker than when [On] is

selected, but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur.

[76] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies

MOVIE Button

Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Always:

Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode.
Movie Mode Only:
Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to
[Movie] mode.

[77] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for
convenient use

Memory

Allows you to register up to 3 often-used modes or product settings in the product. You can
recall the settings using just the mode dial.

1. Set the product to the setting you want to register.

2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Memory] → desired number.

Items that can be registered

Shooting mode
Aperture (F number)
Shutter speed

Camera Settings

Optical zoom scale

To recall registered settings

Set the mode dial to MR, then press the right/left side of the control wheel or turn the control
wheel to select the desired memory number.

To change registered settings

Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number.

Note

Program Shift cannot be registered.

[78] How to Use
convenient use

Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for

Function Menu Set.

You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the
desired location.

The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.

[79] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for
convenient use

Custom Key Settings

Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the
appropriate key when the shooting information screen or playback screen is displayed to
execute an assigned function.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → set a function to the
desired key.

Note

Some functions cannot be assigned to certain keys.

[80] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for
convenient use

Function of the ? button

Once you assign a function to the (question mark) button, you can perform that function
by simply pressing the (question mark) button when the shooting information screen is
displayed.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [ button] → desired
setting.

The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen of the
product.

[81] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for
convenient use

Function of the center button

Once you assign a function to the center button, you can perform that function by simply
pressing the center button when the shooting information screen is displayed.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Center Button] → desired
setting.

The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.

[82] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for
convenient use

Function of the left button

Once you assign a function to the left button, you can perform that function by simply
pressing the left button when the shooting information screen is displayed.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Left Button] → desired
setting.

The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.

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Function of the right button

Once you assign a function to the right button, you can perform that function by simply
pressing the right button when the shooting information screen is displayed.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Right Button] → desired
setting.

The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.

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Function of the down button

Once you assign a function to the down button, you can perform that function by simply
pressing the down button when the shooting information screen is displayed.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Down Button] → desired
setting.

The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.

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Photo Creativity

[Photo Creativity] is a mode that allows you to operate the camera intuitively with a different
screen display. When the shooting mode is set to (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior
Auto), you can change the settings easily and shoot images.

1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior Auto).

2. Press (Photo Creativity) on the control wheel.

3. Select the item to be changed using the control wheel.

(Brightness):

Adjusts brightness.

(Color):

Adjusts color.

(Vividness):

Adjusts vividness.

(Picture Effect):

You can select a desired effect and shoot images with the specific texture.

4. Select the desired settings.

You can use some settings together by repeating steps 3 and 4.
To reset the changed settings to the default settings, press the (Delete) button.

(Brightness), (Color) and (Vividness) are set to [AUTO], and (Picture

Effect) is set to .

5. For shooting still images: Press the shutter button.
When recording movies: Press the MOVIE button to start recording.

Note

When you record movies using the [Photo Creativity] function, you cannot change any
settings during the recording.
If you switch the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] mode or [Superior Auto] mode, or turn
off the product, the settings you have changed revert to the default settings.
When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto], and you use [Photo Creativity], the
product does not perform the overlay processing of images.

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Smile/Face Detect.

Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and
performs image processing automatically.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not use the Face Detection function.

On (Regist. Faces):

Detects the registered face with higher priority using [Face Registration].

On:

Detects a face without giving higher priority to the registered face.

Smile Shutter:

Automatically detects and shoots a smile.

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. When
you press the shutter button halfway down, the frame turns green.
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 reddish­purple.

Tips for capturing smiles more effectively

Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed.
Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc.
Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible.
Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth
are shown.
If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the product shoots the image. After
shooting, the product returns to Smile Shutter mode.

Hint

When the [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter], you can select the Smile
Detection Sensitivity from [On: Slight Smile], [On: Normal Smile] and [On: Big Smile].

Note

You cannot use the Face Detection function with the following functions:

Zoom functions other than the optical zoom
[iSweep Panorama]
[Picture Effect] is set to [Posterization].
[Scene Selection] is set to [Landscape], [Night Scene] or [Sunset].

Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected.
The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces
in some conditions.
If the product cannot detect a face, set the Smile Detection Sensitivity.
If you track a face using [Lock-on AF] while executing Smile Shutter function, Smile
Detection is performed only for that face.

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Soft Skin Effect (still image)

Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Soft Skin Effect] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function.

On:

Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect].

Hint

When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect
level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel.

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Face Registration (New Registration)

If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a priority when
[Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)].

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [New Registration].

2. Align the guide frame with the face to be registered, and press the shutter button.

3. When a confirmation message appears, select [Enter].

Note

Up to eight faces can be registered.
Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered
correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc.

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Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given
priority. You can change the priority order.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging].

2. Select a face to change the order of priority.

3. Select the destination.

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Face Registration (Delete)

Deletes a registered face.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [Delete].
If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces.

Note

Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To
delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All].

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Red Eye Reduction

When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye
phenomenon.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting.

Menu item details

On:

The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.

Off:

Does not use Red Eye Reduction.

Note

Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual
differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks
at the pre-strobe or not.

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Auto Obj. Framing (still image)

When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are
tracked by [Lock-on AF], the product automatically trims the image into an appropriate
composition, and then saves it. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. The
trimmed image is recorded in the same size as the original image size.

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Obj. Framing] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not trim images.

Auto:

Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition.

Note

The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting
conditions.
[ Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when using zoom functions other than the optical
zoom.

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Write Date (still image)

Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Write Date] → desired setting.

Menu item details

On:

Records a shooting date.

Off:

Does not record a shooting date.

Note

If you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later.
The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the
images using PCs or printers.
The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image.

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Grid Line

Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the
composition of images.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Grid Line] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Rule of 3rds Grid:

Place main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds for a well­balanced composition.

Square Grid:

Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition. This is
suitable to determine the quality of the composition when shooting landscape, close-up, or
duplicated images.

Diag. + Square Grid:

Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling.
Off:
Does not display the grid line.

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Auto Review

You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set
the display time for Auto Review.

1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Auto Review] → desired setting.

Menu item details

10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec:

Displays the recorded image on the screen right after shooting for the selected duration of
time. If you perform a magnifying operation during Auto Review, you can check that image
using the magnified scale.

Off:

Does not display the Auto Review.

Note

When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily
display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image.
The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display.

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Release w/o Card

Sets whether the shutter can be released when no memory card has been inserted.

1. MENU→ (Custom Settings) → [Release w/o Card] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Enable:

Releases the shutter even if no memory card has been inserted.

Disable:

Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted.

Note

When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved.
The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual
shooting.

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Viewing Viewing still images

Playing back images

Plays back the recorded images.

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

2. Select the image with the control wheel.

Hint

The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back
images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may not be played
back correctly. To play back images shot using other devices, register those images to
the image database file using MENU → [Setup] → [Recover Image DB].

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Playback zoom

Enlarges the image being played back.

1. Display the image you want to enlarge, and slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side.

Slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to adjust the zoom scale.

2. Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the
control wheel.

3. Press the MENU button, or in the center of the control wheel to exit the playback
zoom.

Hint

You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU.

Note

You cannot enlarge movies.

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Image Index

You can display multiple images at the same time in playback mode.

1. Slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side while the image is being played back.

To change the number of images to be displayed

MENU → (Playback) → [Image Index] → desired setting.

Menu item details

9 Images/25 Images

To return to single-image playback

Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel.

To display a desired image quickly

Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel, then press the

top/bottom side of the control wheel. While the bar is being selected, you can display the

calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing in the center. In addition, you can
switch View Mode by selecting an icon.

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Switching the screen display (during playback)

Switches the screen display.

1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button.

The screen display switches in the order “Display All Info. → Histogram → No Disp.
Info. → Display All Info.” each time you press the DISP button.

The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display.

Note

The histogram is not displayed in the following situations:

During movie playback
During scrolling playback of panoramic images
During slideshows
During Folder View (MP4)
During AVCHD View
During XAVC S HD View

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Deleting a displayed image

You can delete an image displayed.

1. Display the image you want to delete.

2. Press the (Delete) button.

3. Select [Delete] using the control wheel, then press on the center of the control
wheel.

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Deleting multiple selected images

You can delete multiple selected images.

1. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Multiple Img.:

Deletes the selected images.
(1) Select the images to be deleted, then press on the center of the control wheel. The

mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press again to remove
the mark.
(2) To delete other images, repeat step (1).
(3) MENU → [OK] → Press on the center.

All in this Folder:

Deletes all images in the selected folder.

All with this date:

Deletes all images in the selected date range.

Hint

Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images.

Note

The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting.

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Playing back movies

Plays back the recorded movies.

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

2. Select the movie to be played back using the control wheel.

3. To play back movies, press on the center.

Available operations during movie playback

You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottom
side of the control wheel.

: Playback

: Pause

: Fast-forward

: Fast-rewind
: Forward slow playback
: Reverse slow playback

: Next movie file

: Previous movie file
: Displays the next frame
: Displays the previous frame

: Motion Shot Video (Shows the tracking of a subject in motion.)

: Sound volume adjustment

: Closes the operation panel

Hint

“Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and
“Displays the previous frame” are available during pause.

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Motion Shot Video

You can see the tracking of the subject's motion in high-speed, like a stroboscopic image.

1. Press the bottom side of the control wheel during movie playback, then select .
To exit [Motion Shot Video] playback, select .
If you fail to make the trail, you can adjust the interval of the image tracking using

.

Note

You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file.
If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product
may fail to create the image.

Hint

You can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → (Playback)

→ [Motion Interval ADJ].

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Playing back panoramic images

The product automatically scrolls a panoramic image from end to end.

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

2. Select the panoramic image to be played back using the control wheel.

3. Press on the center to play back the image.

To pause playback, press on the center again.
To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU button.

Note

Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the
actual size, or may not scroll correctly.

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Specify Printing

You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out
later.
The (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital
Print Order Format.”

1. MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Multiple Img.:

Selects images to order printing.
(1) Select an image and press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is
displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press and delete the mark.
(2) Repeat step (1) to print other images.
(3) MENU → [OK] → Press on the center.
Cancel All:
Clears all DPOF marks.
Print Setting:
You can set whether to print the date on images registered with DPOF marks.

Note

You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files:

Movies

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View Mode

Sets the View Mode (image display method).

1. MENU → (Playback) → [View Mode] → desired setting.

Menu item details

Date View:

Displays the images by date.

Folder View(Still):

Displays only still images.

Folder View(MP4):

Displays only MP4-format movies.

AVCHD View:

Displays only AVCHD-format movies.

XAVC S HD View:

Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies.