Sony ILCE-5100, ILCE-5100-B Instruction Manual

Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

Instruction Manual

E-mount

“Help Guide” (Web manual)

Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1430/h_zz/

4-543-701-11(1)

ILCE-5100

English

Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”)

“Help Guide” is an on-line manual. You can read the “Help Guide” on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.

URL:

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1430/h_zz/

Viewing the Guide

This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide.

(In-Camera Guide)

In-Camera Guide

The camera displays explanations for MENU items and the setting values.

1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select the desired item, then press the (In-Camera Guide) button.

Shooting Tip

The camera displays shooting tips for the shooting mode selected.

1 Press the (In-Camera Guide) button in shooting mode. 2 Select the desired shooting tip, then press z on the control wheel.

The shooting tip is displayed.

• You can scroll the screen using v/V and change shooting tips using b/B.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ILCE-5100

Serial No. _____________________________

Model No. AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D

Serial No. _____________________________

WARNING

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

CAUTION

[ Battery pack

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

• Do not disassemble.

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

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

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

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

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

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

• Keep the battery pack dry.

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

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

[ AC Adaptor

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

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

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

[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

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

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.call2recycle.org/

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

[ Battery pack and lens (If lens supplied)

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

CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

For Customers in the U.S.A.

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

Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669)

The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

[ Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: ILCE-5100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

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

This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

[ CAUTION

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

[ Note:

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

receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

For Customers in Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

For Customers in Europe

[ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives

Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany

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

[ Notice

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

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

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

[ Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic

equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

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

0.004% lead. By ensuring these products and batteries are disposed of

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

correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for

For Customers in Singapore

For customers who purchased their camera from a store in Japan that caters to tourists

[ Note

Some certification marks for standards supported by the camera can be confirmed on the screen of the camera. Select MENU t (Setup) 5 t [Certification Logo]. If display is not possible due to problems such as camera failure, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Table of contents

Preparing the camera Step 1 P. 9

– Checking the supplied items – Identifying parts – Inserting the battery pack – Charging the battery pack – Attaching/removing the lens – Inserting a memory card (sold separately) – Setting the clock

Basic operation Step 2 P. 21

– Shooting still images/movies

Playback function Step 3 P. 22

– Viewing images

Recording function Step 4 P. 23

– Introduction of other functions

Importing images to the computer P. 30

– Features of PlayMemories Home™

Adding functions to the camera P. 32

– Adding functions to the camera

Others P. 32

– Number of still images and recordable time of movies – Notes on using the camera – Specifications

This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions.

Model name Lens

ILCE-5100 Not supplied

ILCE-5100L E16 – 50 mm

ILCE-5100Y E55 – 210 mm and E16 – 50 mm

Checking the supplied items

First check the model name of your camera (page 8). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity.

Supplied with all models

• Camera (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.

• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1)

• Micro USB cable (1)

• AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D (1)

• Shoulder strap (1)

• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

• Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide This guide explains the functions that require a Wi-Fi connection.

ILCE-5100

• Body cap (1) (attached to the camera)

ILCE-5100L

• E16 – 50 mm zoom lens (1) (attached to the camera)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the lens)

ILCE-5100Y

• E16 – 50 mm zoom lens (1) (attached to the camera)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the lens)

• E55 – 210 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1)

Identifying parts

When the lens is removed

A Shutter button B ON/OFF (Power) switch C Hook for shoulder strap D (N Mark)

• Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function.

• NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology.

E For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever

For viewing: (Index)/

(Playback zoom) lever

F AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp G Image sensor position mark

H Flash

I Microphone

J Lens K Lens release button L Mount M Image sensor N Lens contacts

Do not cover this part during movie recording.

Do not touch this part directly.

A Monitor/Touch panel

• You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.

B (Flash pop-up) button

C Multi/Micro USB Terminal

cover

D Memory card/terminal cover E Access lamp F Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) G MOVIE (Movie) button H MENU button I Control wheel J (In-Camera Guide) /

(Delete) button

K (Playback) button L Multi/Micro USB Terminal*

• Supports Micro USB compatible device.

M Charge lamp N Memory card slot O HDMI micro jack

* For details on compatible

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

A Battery cover B Battery eject lever C Battery insertion slot D Connection plate cover

• Use this when using an ACPW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below.

• Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover.

E Speaker F Tripod socket hole

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

Lens

See page 39 on the specifications of the lenses.

E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100L/ILCE-5100Y)

A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts

Do not touch this part directly.

E55 – 210 mm F4.5 – 6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100Y)

A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts F Mounting index

Do not touch this part directly.

Inserting the battery pack

Battery eject lever

Open the cover.

Insert the battery pack.

• While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery eject lever locks after insertion.

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

Charging the battery pack

For customers in the USA and Canada

Power cord (Mains lead)

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

Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied),

using the micro USB cable (supplied).

Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.

• Turn off the camera while charging the battery.

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

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

Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing:

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

Notes

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

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