Sony NEX-C3A User Manual

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Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

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NEX-C3

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How to use this handbook

Click on a button at upper right on the cover and each page to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use.

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Search for information by function.

Search for information by sample photos.

Search for information in a listing of menu items.

Search for information by keyword.

You can jump to the pages by clicking on the page numbers mentioned in the book.

Marks and notations used in this handbook

In this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t). Operate the camera in the order indicated.

The default setting is indicated by .

Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to the correct operation of the camera.

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z Indicates information that is useful

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How to use this handbook ·····································2 Sample photo search ············································5 Identifying parts ···················································11 List of icons on the screen···································14

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Using the control wheel and soft keys·················16 Menu search························································18 Shooting images··················································23 Playing back images ···········································25 Deleting images···················································27 Photo Creativity ···················································28

Using functions with the control wheel

DISP (Display Contents) ·····································34

(Exposure Comp.) ··········································36

(Image Index) ·················································37

Using functions in the menu

Shoot Mode ·························································18 Camera································································19 Image Size ··························································19 Brightness/Color··················································20 Playback······························································20 Setup ···································································20

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Connecting with other equipment

Viewing images on a TV····································139 Using with your computer··································142 Using the software·············································144 Connecting the camera to the computer ···········147 Printing still images ···········································149

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting·················································150 Warning messages············································156

Others

Using the camera abroad ··································159 Memory card ·····················································160 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ·······························162 Battery charger··················································164 Mount Adaptor···················································165 Cleaning ····························································166

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“This is the scene I want to capture in a photo, but how can I do?” You may find the answer by going through the sample photos listed here. Click the desired sample photo.

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Shooting people (page 6) Shooting macro photos (page 7) Shooting landscapes (page 8) Shooting sunset/night views (page 9) Shooting fast moving subjects (page 10)

If you click on a photo, the screen will jump to the page describing the function recommended for shooting that kind of photo. Refer to those descriptions in addition to the shooting tips displayed on the screen of the camera. See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

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Shooting people

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Only the main subject is in focus by

defocusing the background (29)

The same scene with different brightness

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67 44

A happy smile (67) In candle light (44)

40 76

A person in front of night view (40) A moving person (76)

57 60

A group photo (57, 58) A person lit from behind (60)

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With soft skin tones (69)

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Defocusing the background (29) Adjusting the color to indoor light (77)

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Flowers (40) Lowering the amount of flash light (80)

61 36

Focusing manually (61) In better brightness (36)

76 36

Preventing camera shake for indoor shots

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Making food look appealing (33, 36)

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Shooting landscapes

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36 51

The sky in vivid colors (36) Running water (51)

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Vivid green colors (83) Colored leaves (83)

Panoramic photos (45)

81 81

Scenery with a wide range of brightness

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Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (81)

29 98

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Defocusing the background (29) Keeping your shot level (98)

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40 60

Holding the camera by hand (40) Trail of light (60)

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Fireworks (50) Defocusing the background (29)

The same scene in different brightness (59)

Preventing camera shake (57)

Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully

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Shooting fast moving subjects

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64 51

Following a moving subject (64) Expressing vigorous action (51)

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With the subject approaching the camera

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Capturing the best moment (56)

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Identifying parts

When the lens is removed

See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

A (Playback) button (25) B Shutter button (23) C ON/OFF (Power) switch D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile

Shutter lamp

E Speaker F Microphone*

Smart Accessory Terminal

G H Lens I Lens release button J Mount K Image sensor** L Lens contacts** M (USB) terminal (147) N Hook for shoulder strap O HDMI terminal (139) P Light sensor Q LCD monitor R MOVIE button (23) S Control wheel (16) T Soft keys (17)

* Do not cover this part during movie recording. ** Do not touch this part directly.

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Flash

A Image sensor position mark (61) B Battery cover C Memory card cover D Tripod receptacle

• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than

5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.

E Battery compartment F Connection plate cover

Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below.

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

G Access lamp H Memory card insertion slot

A Screw B Flash* C Connector*

* Do not touch this part directly.

If it is dirty, wipe it off with a soft clean cloth.

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Lens

E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-C3D/C3K)

A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index

* Do not touch this part directly.

E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-C3A/C3D)

A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index

* A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly.

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List of icons on the screen

Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel (page 34).

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Shooting standby

Graphic display

Movie recording

Playback

Display Indication

P A S M

RAW RAW+J FINE STD

100

Shoot Mode

Scene Selection

Picture Effect

Image size/Aspect ratio of still images

Image quality of still images

Number of recordable still images

Image size of movies

Memory card/Upload

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123min

100%

Recordable time of movies

Remaining battery

Scene Recognition icons

Flash charge in progress

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Display Indication

Does not record sound during movie recording

Camera shake warning

Overheating warning

Database file full/ Database file error

Histogram

101-0012

Still image/Movie

Playback folder – File number

Protect

Print order and number of copies

Display Indication

Shoot Mode

Shoot. Tips

Soft keys

Display Indication

±0.0

Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction

Drive Mode

Focus mode

Flash compensation

Metering Mode

Focus area mode

Face Detection

Display Indication

AWB

7500K G9

Soft Skin Effect

ISO

White Balance

Creative Style

DRO/Auto HDR

Smile detection sensitivity indicator

Display Indication

1/125

F3.5

ISO400

±0.0

Focus status

Shutter speed

Aperture value

ISO sensitivity

Metered manual

Exposure compensation

Shutter speed indicator

Aperture indicator

REC 0:12

Recording time of the movie (m:s)

2011-1-1 9:30AM

Recorded date/time of the image

12/12

Image number/Number of images recorded in the date or selected folder

SteadyShot

Appears when HDR did not work on the image.

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Basic operations

Using the control wheel and soft keys

The control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera.

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Soft keys Control wheel

Control wheel

When shooting, DISP (Display Contents) and (Exposure Comp.) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and

(Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel.

You can assign the functions to the right/left keys on the control wheel (pages 109 and

110). When you turn or press the right/left/top/bottom parts of the control wheel following the on-screen display, you can select setting items. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel.

The arrow means you can turn the control wheel.

When options are displayed on the screen, you can browse through them by turning or pressing the top/bottom/ left/right parts of the control wheel. Press the center to make your choice.

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Soft keys

The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen. To use the function shown at the upper right corner of the screen, press soft key A. To use the function shown at the lower right corner of the screen, press soft key B. To use the function shown at the center, press the center of the control wheel (soft key C). You can assign the functions to the soft keys B and C (pages 111 and 112). In this handbook, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the screen.

In this case, soft key A works as the [Menu] button, and soft key

B as the [Shoot. Tips] button. Soft key C works as the [Shoot Mode] button.

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Using functions in the menu

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You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations.

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1 Press [Menu].

2 Select the desired item by pressing the

top/bottom/left/right parts of the control wheel, and then press the center.

3 Following the instructions on the

screen, select the desired item and press the center of the control wheel to make your choice.

[Menu]

Control wheel

Shoot Mode

Allows you to select a shooting mode, such as exposure mode, panoramic, Scene Selection.

Intelligent Auto The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper

Scene Selection Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or

Picture Effect Shoots with the desired effects to express a unique

Anti Motion Blur Reduces the camera shake when shooting a slightly dark

Sweep Panorama Shoots with panoramic size.

3D Sweep Panorama Shoots 3D panoramic images used for playback on a 3D

Manual Exposure Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed.

Shutter Priority Adjusts the shutter speed to express the movement of the

Aperture Priority Adjusts the range in focus, or defocuses the background.

settings. You can enjoy automatic shooting with the appropriate settings.

condition.

atmosphere.

indoor scene or a telephoto.

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Program Auto Automatic shooting that allows you to customize settings,

except for the exposure (shutter speed and aperture).

Camera

Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash.

Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting,

Flash Mode Selects the method used to fire the flash.

AF/MF Select Selects auto focusing or manual focusing.

Autofocus Area Selects the area to be focused on.

Autofocus Mode Selects the autofocus method.

Precision Dig. Zoom Sets the digital zoom.

Face Detection Detects people’s faces automatically, and adjusts focus and

Smile Shutter Each time the camera detects a smile, the camera releases

Smile Detection Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for

Soft Skin Effect Sets the level of the Soft Skin Effect.

Shooting Tip List Allows you to access all shooting tips.

Display Contents

DISP (Display Contents) Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting

self-timer, or bracket shooting.

exposure to suit the faces.

the shutter automatically.

detecting smiles.

screen.

Image Size

Allows you to set the image size and aspect ratio.

Still

Image Size Selects the image size.

Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio.

Quality Selects the compression format.

3D Panorama

Image Size Selects the image size of 3D panoramic images.

Panorama Direction Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting 3D

Panorama

Image Size Selects the image size of panoramic images.

Panorama Direction Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting

Movie

Image Size Selects the image size of movies.

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Brightness/Color

Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance.

Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of the entire image.

ISO Sets the ISO sensitivity.

White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light

Metering Mode Selects the method used for measuring the brightness.

Flash Compensation Adjusts the amount of flash light.

DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast automatically.

Creative Style Selects the image processing method.

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Playback

Allows you to set playback functions.

Delete Deletes images.

Slide Show Plays back images automatically.

Still/Movie Select Selects a still image or movie to play back.

Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index

Select Folder Selects the folder of still images to play back.

Select Date Selects the date of movies to play back.

Rotate Rotates images.

Protect Protects images, or cancels the protection.

3D Viewing Connects to a 3D compatible TV and allows you to view 3D

Enlarge Image Enlarges the image.

Volume Settings Sets the sound volume of movies.

Specify Printing Selects the images to print, or makes printing settings.

Display Contents

During playback Switches the information to be displayed on the playback

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Setup

Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings.

Shooting Settings

AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim

places.

Red Eye Reduction Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to

prevent eyes from being shot in red.

Auto Review Sets the display time of the image right after shooting.

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Grid Line Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the

composition of images.

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

color.

Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function.

Histogram Displays the histogram of the luminance distribution.

MF Assist Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.

Color Space Changes the range of color reproduction.

SteadyShot Sets camera shake compensation.

Release w/oLens Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no

lens.

Long Exposure NR Sets the noise reduction processing for long exposure

shootings.

High ISO NR Sets the noise reduction processing for high ISO sensitivity

shootings.

Movie Audio Rec Sets the sound for movie recording.

Custom Key Settings

Left Key Setting Assigns a function to the left key on the control wheel.

Right Key Setting Assigns a function to the right key on the control wheel.

Soft key B Setting Assigns a function to the soft key B.

Soft key C Setting Assigns a function to the soft key C.

Custom Sets the custom functions of the soft key C.

Main Settings

Menu start Selects a first-displayed menu from the top menu or the last

menu screen.

Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera.

Language Selects the language used on the screen.

Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time.

Area Setting Selects the area where you are using the camera.

Help Guide Display Turns the Help Guide on or off.

Power Save Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save mode.

LCD Brightness Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.

Display Color Selects the color of the LCD monitor.

Wide Image Selects a method to display wide images.

Playback Display Selects the method used to play back portrait images.

CTRL FOR HDMI Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a “BRAVIA”

Sync compatible TV’s Remote Control.

USB Connection Selects the method used for a USB connection.

Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor.

Version Displays the versions of the camera and the lens/mount

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Demo Mode Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with

movies.

Reset Default Resets the camera to the factory-settings.

Memory Card Tool

Format Formats the memory card.

File Number Selects the method used for assigning file numbers to

images.

Folder Name Selects the folder name format.

Select Shoot. Folder Selects the recording folder.

New Folder Creates a new folder.

Recover Image DB Repairs the image database file of movies when

inconsistencies are found.

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

recordable number of still images on the memory card.

Eye-Fi Setup*

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

is used.

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

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Shooting images

Shooting images with the settings in effect when you bought the camera is explained here. The camera makes decisions appropriate to the situation, and adjusts the settings.

1 Adjust the LCD monitor angle, and hold the camera.

The Scene Recognition function begins to work.

2 To take still images, press the shutter button halfway down to focus on

your subject, and press it fully down to shoot. To record movies, press the MOVIE button to start recording. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

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• You can continuously record a movie for up to 29 minutes or 2 GB. The recording time may vary depending on the ambient temperatures or recording conditions.

z On Scene Recognition

The Scene Recognition function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and allows you to shoot the image with appropriate settings.

Scene Recognition icon and guide

• The camera recognizes (Night View), (Tripod Night View), (Night Portrait),

(Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape), or (Macro), and displays the corresponding icon and guide on the LCD monitor when the scene is recognized.

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z If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to

focus on

When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting.

Focus indicator

Focus indicator Status

z lit Focus locked.

lit Focus is confirmed. Focal point moves following a moving

subject.

lit Still focusing.

z flashing Cannot focus.

• Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:

– It is dark and the subject is distant. – The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. – The subject is seen through glass. – The subject is moving quickly. – The subject reflects light such as mirror, or has shiny surfaces. – The subject is flashing. – The subject is backlit.

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Playing back images

Plays back the recorded images. Still images and movies are displayed on separate screens. You cannot display still images and movies on the same screen.

1 Press the (Playback) button.

2 Select the image with the control wheel.

3 To play back panoramic images or movies, press the center of the control

wheel.

During movie playback Control wheel operation

To pause/resume Press the center.

To fast-forward Press the right, or turn it clockwise.

To fast-rewind Press the left, or turn it counterclockwise. To adjust sound volume Press the bottom t top/bottom.

Note

• Panoramic images shot on other cameras may not be played back properly.

z Switching between the still image and movie

On the image index screen, you can switch the image type by selecting (still image) or (movie) on the left of the screen followed by pressing the center of the control wheel (page 37).

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A portion of a still image can be enlarged for closer examination during playback. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded still image. You can enlarge playback images from the Menu (page 92).

1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press the center of the

control wheel to confirm [Enlarge].

2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel.

3 Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/

left of the control wheel.

4 To cancel the enlarged playback, press [Exit].

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• You cannot use the enlarged playback function with movies.

• To enlarge panoramic images, pause the playback first, and then press [Enlarge].

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z Scaling range

The scaling range is as follows.

Image size Scaling range

L Approx. ×1.1 – ×14

M Approx. ×1.1 – ×11

S Approx. ×1.1 – ×7.3

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Deleting images

You can delete the image displayed.

1 Display the image you want to delete, and

press [Delete].

2 Press the center of the control wheel to

confirm [OK].

Press [Cancel] to quit the operation.

[OK]

[Delete]

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• You cannot delete protected images.

• Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether you delete the image or not beforehand.

z To delete several images

Select [Menu] t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete specific images at the same time.

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Photo Creativity

You can operate the camera intuitively using Photo Creativity, since the screen is designed more for intuitive operations than the normal screen. You can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent

Auto].

2 Press the center of the control wheel.

3 Select the item you want to set by turning

the control wheel, then press the center of the control wheel.

4 Select the desired setting by turning the

control wheel, then press the center of the control wheel.

The screen changes to the Photo Creativity screen.

5 To take still images, press the shutter

button. To record movies, press the MOVIE button to start recording.

To return to [Intelligent Auto], press [Reset].

Available Photo Creativity functions

Bkground Defocus Adjusts the blurring of the background.

Picture Effect Selects the desired effect filter for shooting.

Soft Skin Effect Adjusts the level of the Soft Skin Effect.

Self-timer/Continuous Adv. Sets the 10-second delay self-timer/Shoots images

continuously with high speed.

Vividness Adjusts the vividness.

Color Adjusts the color.

Brightness Adjusts the brightness.

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• The Photo Creativity function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted.

• [Soft Skin Effect] and [Self-timer/Continuous Adv.] do not function in movie recording.

• Before the Photo Creativity mode is activated, when [Drive Mode] has been set to [Continuous Adv.], [Speed Priority Cont.] is selected. When [Drive Mode] has been set to [Self-timer(Cont.)] or [Self-timer: 2 Sec], [Self-timer: 10 Sec] is selected.

• [Autofocus] is selected automatically regardless of the setting of [AF/MF Select].

• The Smile Shutter function cannot be used.

• When the Photo Creativity mode is activated, several items that have been set on the menu become invalid.

• When the camera returns to [Intelligent Auto] or is turned off, the settings are reset to the default ones.

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z Using the setup items simultaneously

You can use the Photo Creativity setup items simultaneously. Press the center of the control wheel and set each item. The icons of the items that have been set are indicated on the screen.

• [Soft Skin Effect] does not function in continuous shooting.

• Pressing [Undo] cancels the last setup item and the rightmost icon is erased.

z Playing back in Photo Creativity mode

In Photo Creativity mode, pressing the button accesses the Photo Creativity playback mode. Press [Back] to return to the shooting mode and you can shoot with the same setting.

Background Defocus

Photo Creativity allows you to defocus the background easily to make the subject stand out. You can check the defocusing effect on the LCD monitor. You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect.

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1 Press the center of the control wheel.

2 Select [Bkground Defocus] by turning the control wheel, then press the

center of the control wheel.

3 Defocus the background by turning the control wheel.

: Turn it clockwise to focus

: Turn it counterclockwise to defocus

Press [Cancel] to restore to the original status.

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• The defocusing range available depends on the lens used.

• The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used.

z For a better result of Background Defocus

• Move closer to the subject.

• Lengthen the distance between the subject and the background.

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Picture Effect

You can set Picture Effect easily in Photo Creativity. Select the desired effect filter to achieve the various of textures.

1 Press the center of the control wheel.

2 Select [Picture Effect] by turning the control wheel, then press the center

of the control wheel.

3 Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel.

: Posterization (Color) : Posterization (B/W) : Pop Color : Retro Photo : Partial Color (Red) : Partial Color (Green) : Partial Color (Blue) : Partial Color (Yellow) : High-key : High Contrast Monochrome

: Toy Camera Press [Cancel] to restore to the original status. For details on each effect filter, see page 42.

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• When [Partial Color (Red)], [Partial Color (Green)], [Partial Color (Blue)], or [Partial Color (Yellow)] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject.

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Soft Skin Effect

You can set the Soft Skin Effect easily in Photo Creativity. You can shoot skin smoothly when the camera detects the faces of your subjects in Face Detection mode.

1 Press the center of the control wheel.

2 Select [Soft Skin Effect] by turning the control wheel, then press the

center of the control wheel.

3 Select the desired effect level by turning the control wheel.

: Sets Soft Skin Effect to high.

: Sets Soft Skin Effect to medium.

: Sets Soft Skin Effect to low.

Press [Cancel] to restore to the original status.

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• This function may not work, depending on your subject.

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Self-timer/Continuous Adv.

You can set the self-timer and continuous shooting easily in Photo Creativity.

1 Press the center of the control wheel.

2 Select [Self-timer/Continuous Adv.] by turning the control wheel, then

press the center of the control wheel.

3 Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel.

: When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the audio signal

sounds, then the shutter is released after 10 seconds (Self-timer: 10 Sec).

: While you press and hold down the shutter button, the camera shoots images continuously (Speed Priority Cont.). Press [Cancel] to restore to the original status.

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• The focus and brightness settings of the first shot are used for the following shots in Speed Priority Continuous shooting.

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Vividness

You can adjust the vividness easily in Photo Creativity.

1 Press the center of the control wheel.

2 Select [Vividness] by turning the control wheel, then press the center of

the control wheel.

3 Select the desired vividness by turning the control wheel.

: Turn it clockwise to make images vivid : Turn it counterclockwise to make images faint

Press [Cancel] to restore to the original status.

Color

You can adjust the color easily in Photo Creativity.

1 Press the center of the control wheel.

2 Select [Color] by turning the control wheel, then press the center of the

control wheel.

3 Select the desired color by turning the control wheel.

: Turn it clockwise to make the color warm : Turn it counterclockwise to make the color cool

Press [Cancel] to restore to the original status.

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Brightness

You can adjust the brightness easily in Photo Creativity.

1 Press the center of the control wheel.

2 Select [Brightness] by turning the control wheel, then press the center of

the control wheel.

3 Select the desired brightness by turning the control wheel.

: Turn it clockwise to make images brighter : Turn it counterclockwise to make images darker

Press [Cancel] to restore to the original status.

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Using functions with the control wheel

DISP (Display Contents)

Using the control wheel:

1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel repeatedly to select

the desired mode.

Using the Menu:

1 During shooting, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Display Contents].

During playback, [Menu] t [Playback] t [Display Contents].

2 Select the desired mode by turning the control wheel.

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Disp. Basic Info Shows basic shooting information.

Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value, except for when [Shoot Mode] is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama].

Display Info. Shows recording information.

No Disp. Info. Does not show recording information.

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During playback

Display Info. Shows recording information.

Histogram Displays the luminance distribution

graphically, in addition to recording information.

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• Histogram is not displayed during following playback modes. – Movie – Panorama – Slide Show

z What is histogram ?

The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture. Brighter image will make the entire histogram shift to the right side, and darker image to the left side.

Flash R (red) Luminance

G (green) B (blue)

• If the image has a high-key or low-key portion, that portion flashes on the histogram display during playback (Luminance limit warning).

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Exposure Comp.

You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.

1 (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel t desired value.

Or, [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Exposure Comp.] t desired value.

Notes

• You cannot use [Exposure Comp.] when using the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection] – [Manual Exposure]

• 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.

z Adjusting the exposure for better looking images

Overexposure = too much light Whitish image

Set [Exposure Comp.] toward –.

Correct exposure

Set [Exposure Comp.] toward +.

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Underexposure = too little light Darker image

• To shoot subjects in brighter tones, set a +-side exposure compensation.

To make photos of food look more appealing, shoot the food a little brighter than usual and try to use a white background.

• When shooting a blue sky, setting a –-side exposure compensation will allow you to

capture the sky in vivid colors.

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Using functions in the menu

Image Index

Displays multiple images at the same time.

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

2 Press (Image Index) on the control wheel.

Six-image index appears. You can switch to 12-image index; [Menu] t [Playback] t [Image Index].

3 To return to the single-image playback, select the desired image and

press the center of the control wheel.

z Switching between the still image and movie

On the image index screen, you can switch the image type by selecting (still image) or (movie) on the left of the screen followed by pressing the center of the control wheel. Still images and movies cannot be displayed on the same index. You can also switch the image type using the menu (page 86).

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Intelligent Auto

The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent

Auto].

2 Point the camera to the subject.

When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the screen. The camera recognizes (Night View), (Tripod Night View), (Night Portrait), (Backlight),

(Backlight Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape),

or (Macro).

Scene Recognition icon and guide

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• [Flash Mode] is set to [Autoflash] or [Flash Off].

• You can shoot even if the camera has not recognized the scene.

• When [Face Detection] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], and [Night Portrait] scenes are not recognized.

z Photo Creativity

Pressing the center of the control wheel accesses the Photo Creativity menu in shooting mode. Using it, you can change the settings with easy operations and achieve creative photography (page 28).

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z If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to

focus on

When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting.

Focus indicator

Focus indicator Status

z lit Focus locked.

lit Focus is confirmed. Focal point moves following a moving

subject.

lit Still focusing.

z flashing Cannot focus.

• Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:

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Scene Selection

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

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Scene Selection] t desired mode.

(Portrait) Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the

subject. Expresses skin tones softly.

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(Landscape) Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp

(Macro) Shoots close subjects such as flowers, insects,

(Sports

Action)

(Sunset) Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.

(Night Portrait) Shoots portraits in night scenes. Attach and

(Night View) Shoots night scenes without losing the dark

focus with vivid colors.

food, or small items.

Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed.

fire the flash.

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(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.

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• In the [Night View] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so using a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.

• In the [Hand-held Twilight] mode, the shutter clicks six times and an image is recorded.

• If you select [Hand-held Twilight] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine] temporarily.

• Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] when shooting: – Subjects with erratic movement – Subjects are too close to the camera – Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy

beach, or lawn

– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls

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

• The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. For the minimum in-focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the camera.

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Picture Effect

You can shoot with an effect filter to obtain the various textures.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Picture Effect] t desired mode.

Posterization

(Color)

Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors.

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(B/W)

Pop Color Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color

Retro Photo Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia

Partial Color

(Red)

Partial Color

(Green)

Partial Color

(Blue)

Creates a high contrast, abstract look in black and white.

tones.

color tones and faded contrast.

Creates an image which retains the color red, but converts others to black and white.

Creates an image which retains the color green, but converts others to black and white.

Creates an image which retains the color blue, but converts others to black and white.

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Partial Color

(Yellow)

Creates an image which retains the color yellow, but converts others to black and white.

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High Contrast

Monochrome

Toy Camera Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with

Notes

• If you select [Picture Effect], with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] selected, [Quality] is temporarily set to [Fine].

• When [Partial Color (Red)], [Partial Color (Green)], [Partial Color (Blue)], or [Partial Color (Yellow)] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject.

atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft.

Creates an image with high contrast in black and white.

shaded corners and pronounced colors.

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Anti Motion Blur

This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Anti Motion Blur].

2 Shoot with the shutter button.

The camera combines six shots at high sensitivity into one still image, so camera shake is reduced while preventing noise.

Notes

• If you select [Anti Motion Blur] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine] temporarily.

• The shutter clicks six times and an image is recorded.

• Reducing blur is less effective when shooting: – Subjects with erratic movement. – Subjects are too close to the camera. – Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy

beach, or lawn.

– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.

• When using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting, block noise may occur.

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Sweep Panorama

Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Sweep Panorama].

2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject,

then press the shutter button fully down.

This part will not be taken.

3 Pan the camera to the end, following the

guidance on the LCD monitor.

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• If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the composed image. If this happens, move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image.

• When you select [Wide] in [Image Size], you may not be able to pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time. In such cases, we recommend that you select [Standard] in [Image Size].

• The camera continues shooting during [Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shooting.

• Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.

• Under low light conditions, panoramic images may be blurred.

• Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of the combined image is not always the same.

• When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure with AE/AF lock are extremely different in brightness, color and focus, the shooting will not be successful. If this happens, change the lock angle and shoot again.

• [Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting: – Subjects are moving. – Subjects are too close to the camera. – Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy

beach, or lawn. – Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. – Subjects with the sun or electric lights, etc. that are much brighter than surroundings.

• [Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations: – You pan the camera too fast or too slow. – There is too much camera shake.

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z Tips for shooting a panoramic image

Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD monitor. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than moving ones.

ertical direction

Horizontal direction

Radius as short as possible

• When using a zoom lens, it is recommended to use it with W side.

• Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can lock the focus,

exposure, and white balance. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera.

• If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the

image composition may fail. In such case, adjust the frame composition so that the section is in the center of the image, then shoot again.

• You can select the direction by [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction], and

the image size by [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Image Size].

z Playing back scrolling panoramic images

You can scroll panoramic images from the beginning to the end by pressing the center of the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press it again to pause.

• Panoramic images are played back with the supplied software “PMB.”

• Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly.

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3D Sweep Panorama

Allows you to create a 3D image from composed images. 3D images shot in [3D Sweep Panorama] mode of this camera can be played back only on a 3D TV. The recorded images are played back as normal still images on the LCD monitor of this camera and a non-3D TV.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [3D Sweep Panorama].

2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject,

then press the shutter button fully down.

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This part will not be taken.

3 Pan the camera to the end, following the

guidance on the LCD monitor.

Guidance bar

Notes

• You may feel uncomfortable symptoms such as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling while watching 3D images recorded with the camera on 3D compatible monitors. When you watch 3D images, we recommend that you take a break at regular time intervals. Since the need for or frequency of break times varies between individuals, please set your own standards. If you feel sick, stop watching 3D images, and consult a doctor as needed. Also, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera. A child's vision is always vulnerable (especially for children under six years of age). Before allowing them to watch 3D images, please consult with an expert, such as a pediatric or ophthalmic doctor. Make sure your children follow the precautions above.

• If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the composed image. We recommend you pan the camera 180 degrees within about eight seconds when using an E18 – 55 mm lens at the wide end (18 mm) for better results. You should pan the camera slower with the telephoto side of the lens.

• If you shoot a 3D image with T side of a zoom lens, a gray area may occur more often, or shooting may be stopped. It is recommended to use a zoom lens with W side.

• The camera continues shooting during [3D Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shooting.

• Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.

• Under low light conditions, 3D panoramic images may be blurred.

• Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of the combined image is not always the same.

• When the whole angle of 3D panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure (AE/AF lock) by pressing the shutter button halfway down are extremely different in brightness, color and focus, the shooting will not be successful. If this happens, change the lock angle and shoot again.

• [3D Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting: – Subjects are moving. – Subjects are too close to the camera. – Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy

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beach, or lawn. – Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. – Subjects with the sun or electric lights, etc. that are much brighter than surroundings.

• [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations: – You pan the camera too fast or too slow. – There is too much camera shake.

• A 3D image consists of both JPEG and MPO files. If you delete either the JPEG file or the MPO file comprising a 3D image, that 3D image may not be played back.

• You can pan the camera in the horizontal direction only when shooting 3D Sweep Panorama images.

z Tips for shooting a 3D panoramic image

Pan the camera in a small arc at a constant speed in the direction indicated on the LCD screen, taking the following points into account. You should pan at about half speed of that in normal sweep panorama shooting.

• Shoot a still subject.

• Maintain a sufficient distance between the subject and the

background.

• Shoot 3D images in a bright place, such as outdoors.

• Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so

that you can lock the focus, exposure, and white balance. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera.

• When using a zoom lens, it is recommended to use it with W

side.

• You can select the direction by [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction], and

the image size by [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Image Size].

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z File name of the 3D image

A 3D image consists of both JPEG and MPO files. If you import images shot in [3D Sweep Panorama] mode into a computer, the following two image data are stored in the same folder on the computer.

•DSC0sss.jpg

•DSC0sss.mpo If you delete either the JPEG file or the MPO file comprising a 3D image, that 3D image may not be played back.

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Manual Exposure

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

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure].

2 Press the bottom of the control wheel

repeatedly to select shutter speed or aperture.

Shutter speed and aperture adjustment screens appear alternately.

Shutter speed

Aperture (F-value)

3 Turn the control wheel to select the desired

value.

Check the exposure value at “MM” (metered manual). Toward +: Images become brighter. Toward –: Images become darker. 0: Appropriate exposure analyzed by the camera

4 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

Notes

• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. Select it by pushing the flash up or down with your fingers.

• The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode.

• The ISO setting [ISO AUTO] is set to [ISO 200] in manual exposure mode. Set the ISO sensitivity as necessary.

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

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BULB

You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure].

2 Press the bottom of the control wheel to select shutter speed.

3 Turn the control wheel to the left until [BULB]

is indicated.

[BULB]

4 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus.

5 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting.

As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open.

Notes

• Since the shutter speed becomes slow and the camera shake tends to occur more easily, it is recommended that you use a tripod.

• The longer the exposure time, the more conspicuous the noise on the image.

• After shooting, noise reduction (Long Exposure NR) will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction.

• When the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is activated, you cannot set the shutter speed to [BULB].

• If the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is used with the shutter speed set to [BULB], the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds.

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Shutter Priority

You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way 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 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Shutter Priority]

t desired value.

2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure.

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• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. Select it by pushing the flash up or down with your fingers.

• The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in shutter speed priority mode.

• When the shutter speed is one second or more, noise reduction (Long Exposure NR) will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open after shooting. You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction.

• If proper exposure cannot be obtained after the setup, when you press the shutter button halfway down, the aperture value blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.

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

z Shutter speed

When a faster shutter speed is used, a moving subject such as a running person, cars, and sea spray appears as if they are stopped.

When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural and dynamic image.

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Aperture Priority

Blurs or sharpens things in front of and beyond the subject.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Aperture

Priority] t desired value.

• Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but things in front of and beyond the subject is blurred.

• Larger F-value: The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus.

2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. In movie recording, the aperture value that was set before shooting will be used.

Notes

• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. Select it by pushing the flash up or down with your fingers.

• If proper exposure cannot be obtained after the setup, when you press the shutter button halfway down, the shutter speed blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.

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

• The aperture cannot be adjusted during movie recording.

z Aperture

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 things in front of and beyond the subject. (Depth of field becomes shallower.)

Aperture (F-number)

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Program Auto

While exposure is adjusted by the camera automatically, you can set shooting functions such as ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer.

1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Program Auto].

2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings.

3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

Note

• You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. Select it by pushing the flash up or down with your fingers.

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Drive Mode

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

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t desired mode.

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Cont.)

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• You cannot change the setting when using the following functions: – [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Auto HDR]

Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode.

Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button (page 55).

Shoots images continuously at high speed while you press and hold down the shutter button (page 56). Focus and brightness settings of the first shot are used for the following shots.

Shoots images continuously after ten seconds (page 58).

Shoots three images, each with different degrees of exposure (page 59).

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Continuous Adv.

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

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Continuous Adv.].

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• You cannot use [Continuous Adv.] with the following functions: – [Scene Selection], excluding [Sports Action] and [Hand-held Twilight] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR]

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Speed Priority Cont.

Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button, at a higher speed than that of [Continuous Adv.].

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Speed Priority Cont.].

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• You cannot use [Speed Priority Cont.] with the following functions. – [Scene Selection], excluding [Sports Action] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR]

• Focus and brightness settings of the first shot are used for the following shots.

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Self-timer

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer]. 2 [Option] t desired mode.

To cancel the timer, select [Single-shot Adv.].

(Self-timer:

10 Sec)

(Self-timer:

2Sec)

Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the audio signal sounds until the shutter operates.

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

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Self-timer(Cont.)

Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after ten seconds. You can choose the best shot from several shots taken.

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer(Cont.)]. 2 [Option] t desired mode.

To cancel the timer, select [Single-shot Adv.].

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

(Self-timer(Cont.): 10 Sec. 5 lmg.)

Note

• You cannot use [Self-timer(Cont.)] with the following functions: – [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR]

Shoots three or five still images continuously after ten seconds. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the audio signal sounds until the shutter operates.

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Bracket: Cont.

Shoots three images while automatically shifting the exposure from base, to darker, then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording.

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1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Bracket: Cont.]. 2 [Option] t desired mode.

To cancel the bracket, select [Single-shot Adv.].

(Bracket:

Cont.: 0.3 EV)

(Bracket:

Cont.: 0.7 EV)

Notes

• You cannot use [Bracket: Cont.] with the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection] – [Picture Effect] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR]

• The last shot is shown on the auto review.

• In [Manual Exposure], the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed.

• When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value.

Images are taken with the set value of deviation (steps) from the base exposure.

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Flash Mode

In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject.

1 Attach the flash and raise it. 2 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Flash Mode] t desired mode.

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(Flash Off) Does not fire even if the flash is raised.

(Autoflash) Fires if it is dark or against light.

(Fill-flash) Fires every time you trigger the shutter.

(Slow Sync.) Fires 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.) Fires 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 bicycle or a walking person.

Notes

• The default setting depends on the shooting mode.

• Available flash mode depends on the shooting mode.

• You cannot use the flash when recording movies.

z Tips on shooting with the flash

• The lens hood may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the

flash.

• When using the flash, shoot the subject at a distance of 1 m (3.3 feet) or greater.

• When shooting a backlit subject, select [Fill-flash]. The flash will operate even in bright

daylight, and make faces come out brighter.

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AF/MF Select

Selects auto focusing or manual focusing.

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t desired mode.

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(DMF) After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment

(Manualfocus)

Note

• If you turn the focusing ring when [Manualfocus] or [DMF] is selected, the image is enlarged automatically to enable you to check focus area easier. You can prevent the image from being enlarged by selecting [Menu] t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t [Off].

manually (Direct Manual Focus).

Adjusts the focus manually. Turn the focusing ring right or left to make the subject look clearer.

z Using manual focusing effectively

“Focus fixing” is convenient when you can predict the distance to the subject. With “Focus fixing,” you can fix the focus in advance to the distance at which the subject is to pass.

z To measure the exact distance to the subject

The mark shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line. The distance from the lens contact surface to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.).

* The image sensor is the part of the camera that acts as the film.

• If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens, the focus cannot be

confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera.

18 mm

(23/32 in.)

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DMF (Direct Manual Focus)

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF].

2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically.

3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens

to achieve a sharp focus.

Notes

• [Autofocus Mode] is fixed to [Single-shot AF].

• This item cannot be selected when an A-mount lens (sold separately) is mounted.

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Autofocus Area

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

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired mode.

(Multi) The camera determines which of the 25

(Center) The camera uses the AF area located in

(Flexible

Spot)

AF areas is used for focusing. 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.

• When the Face Detection function is active, AF operates with priority on faces.

the center area exclusively.

Moves the focusing area to focus on a small subject or narrow area by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel.

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• When this function is set to other than [Multi], you cannot use the [Face Detection] function.

• [Multi] is selected when using the following functions: – Movie recording – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection] – [Picture Effect] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter]

• When the AF illuminator is used, the setting of [Autofocus Area] is invalid and the AF area is indicated with a dotted line. AF operates with priority on and around the center area.

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Autofocus Mode

Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject.

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Autofocus Mode] t desired mode.

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• [Single-shot AF] is selected when using the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Self-timer] – [Scene Selection], excluding [Sports Action] – [Picture Effect] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – An A-mount lens (sold separately) is used.

• [Continuous AF] is selected when the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection].

• In [Continuous AF] mode, the audio signals will not sound when the subject is in focus.

The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this when the subject is motionless.

The camera continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. Use this when the subject is in motion.

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Precision Dig. Zoom

You can shoot still images while zooming in on the center portion.

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Precision Dig. Zoom].

2 Turn the control wheel and decide the zoom rate.

You can zoom in up to ten times.

3 To stop zooming, press [Exit].

Notes

• You cannot set this item when using the following functions: – [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG] in [Quality] – [Auto HDR] in [DRO/Auto HDR]

• If you press the MOVIE button when [Precision Dig. Zoom] is working, zooming is canceled, the image on the screen returns to the normal size, and movie recording starts.

• As the image is zoomed by digital processing, the image quality deteriorates compared to that before zooming was used. If you use a zoom lens, we recommend that you fully zoom in on an image first, then use the Precision Dig. Zoom function if you need further zooming.

• When you use the Precision Dig. Zoom function with the Picture Effect function, an effect may be extremely emphasized on the LCD monitor before shooting. These phenomena have no effect on the recorded images.

• When you use the Precision Dig. Zoom function, the setting of [Autofocus Area] is invalid and the AF area is indicated with a dotted line. AF operates with priority on and around the center area.

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Face Detection

Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, and white balance settings automatically. You can select the priority face to be focused on.

Face Detection frame (Orange)

When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority. The Face Detection frame for the main subject will turn orange. The frame for wh ich the focus is set will turn green by pressing the shutter button halfway down.

Face Detection frame (White)

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Face Detection] t desired mode.

(Off) Does not use the Face Detection function.

(Auto) Selects the face which the camera is to automatically focus on.

(Child Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on child’s face.

(Adult Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on adult’s face.

Notes

• You cannot use [Face Detection] with the following functions: – Movie recording – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Manualfocus] – [Precision Dig. Zoom].

• You can select [Face Detection] only when [Autofocus Area] is set to [Multi], and [Metering Mode] is also set to [Multi].

• Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected.

• Adults and children may not be recognized correctly depending on the conditions.

• During [Smile Shutter] shooting, [Face Detection] is automatically set to [Auto] even if it is set to [Off].

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Smile Shutter

When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t

[On].

2 Wait for a smile to be detected.

When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically. If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter shooting, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode.

Smile Detection indicator

3 To exit Smile Shutter mode, [Menu] t

[Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [Off].

Notes

• You cannot use [Smile Shutter] with the following functions: – [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Manualfocus] – [Precision Dig. Zoom]

• Unless the subject is in focus, the shutter is not released, even if the smile level exceeds the b point. Adjust the composition or brightness to enable the camera to focus easily.

• Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when the memory card becomes full.

• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.

• The drive mode turns to [Single-shot Adv.] automatically.

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1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs.

Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc.

2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as

possible. Keep the eyes narrowed.

3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth.

The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth are shown.

• The shutter operates when any person whose smile is detected.

• If a smile is not detected, set the [Smile Detection] in the menu.

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Smile Detection

Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles.

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Smile Detection] t desired mode.

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(Big Smile) Detects a big smile.

(Normal Smile) Detects a normal smile.

(Slight Smile) Detects even a slight smile.

Notes

• You cannot change [Smile Detection] when using the following functions: – [Hand-held Twilight] in [Scene Selection] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [Manualfocus]

• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.

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Soft Skin Effect

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

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Soft Skin Effect] t desired mode.

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(High) Sets Soft Skin Effect to high.

(Mid) Sets Soft Skin Effect to medium.

(Low) Sets Soft Skin Effect to low.

(Off) Does not use the Soft Skin Effect function.

Notes

• You cannot use [Soft Skin Effect] with the following functions: – Movie recording – [Continuous Adv.] – [Speed Priority Cont.] – [Bracket: Cont.] – [Self-timer(Cont.)] – [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – [RAW] in [Quality]

• This function may not work, depending on your subject.

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Shooting Tip List

Allows you to search through all shooting tips in the camera. Use this item when you want to look at shooting tips you have seen before.

1 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List].

2 Press the left or right of the control wheel and search for the desired

shooting tip.

Turn the control wheel to scroll the text up and down. You can access a tip from the [Table of contents].

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Image Size

The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record an 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] t [Image Size] t [Image Size] t desired mode.

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Image size when [Aspect Ratio] is 3:2 Usage guidelines

(L: 16M) 4912 × 3264 pixels For prints up to A3+ size

(M: 8.4M) 3568 × 2368 pixels For prints up to A4 size

(S: 4.0M) 2448 × 1624 pixels For prints L/2L size

Image size when [Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 Usage guidelines

(L: 14M) 4912 × 2760 pixels For viewing on a high-definition TV

(M: 7.1M) 3568 × 2000 pixels

(S: 3.4M) 2448 × 1376 pixels

Notes

• When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may be cut off.

• When you select a RAW image with [Quality], the image size corresponds to L.

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(16:9) Shoots images using a size suitable for a high-definition TV.

Horizontal: 1920 × 1080

(Standard) Shoots images using standard size.

Horizontal: 4912 × 1080

(Wide) Shoots images using wide size.

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z Tips for selecting the image size

The 3D images appear differently, depending on the mode selected.

16:9 Standard Wide

When [Standard] or [Wide] is selected, the images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel.

Sweep Panorama

The image size varies depending on the [Panorama Direction] setting.

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(Standard) Shoots images using standard size.

(Wide) Shoots images using wide size.

Note

• When you print panoramic images, both edges may be cut off.

Vertical: 3872 × 2160 Horizontal: 8192 × 1856

Vertical: 5536 × 2160 Horizontal: 12416 × 1856

Movie

The larger the image size, the higher the image quality.

Image size Average bit-rate Usage guidelines

1280 × 720 (Fine) 9 Mbps Records with high image quality for

1280 × 720 (Standard)

VGA (640 × 480) 3 Mbps Records in the suitable size for WEB

6 Mbps

viewing on a high-definition TV.

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Aspect Ratio

Sets the aspect ratio of still images.

1 [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode.

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3:2 Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints.

16:9 For viewing on a high-definition TV.

Note

• You cannot set this item when using the following functions: – [Sweep Panorama]. – [3D Sweep Panorama]

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Quality

Selects the compression format of still images.

1 [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Quality] t desired mode.

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RAW (RAW) File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression

RAW+J (RAW & JPEG)

FINE (Fine) File format: JPEG

STD (Standard)

Notes

• You cannot set this item when using the following functions: – [Sweep Panorama]. – [3D Sweep Panorama]

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

• You cannot use [Auto HDR] with [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images.

format.) This format does not allow you to perform any digital processing on the images. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.

• The image size is fixed to the maximum size. The image size is not displayed on the LCD monitor.

File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) + JPEG A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time. This is suitable when you need two image files, a JPEG for viewing, and a RAW for editing.

• The image quality is fixed to [Fine] and the image size is fixed to [L].

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 one memory card, but the image quality will be lower.

• When images are not going to be modified using your computer, we recommend that you select [Fine] or [Standard].

z RAW images

The RAW format file is the raw data yet to go through any kind of digital processing. A RAW file is different from a more common file format such as JPEG in that it is the raw material to be processed for professional purposes. You need the “Image Data Converter SR” software included on the CD-ROM (supplied) in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera. With this software, a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format, such as JPEG or TIFF, and its white balance, color saturation, contrast, etc., can be readjusted.

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Panorama Direction

Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot 3D Sweep Panorama or Sweep Panorama images.

1 [Menu] t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode.

3D Sweep Panorama

(Right) Pan the camera from the left to the right.

(Left) Pan the camera from the right to the left.

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(Right) Pan the camera in the direction you set.

(Left)

(Up)

(Down)

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ISO

Sets the luminous sensitivity.

1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [ISO] t desired setting.

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(ISO AUTO) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.

200/400/800/1600/ 3200/6400/12800

Notes

• [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection] – [Picture Effect] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama]

• The larger the number, the higher the noise level.

• When the exposure mode is set to [Program Auto], [Aperture Priority], [Shutter Priority], and [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], ISO is automatically set between ISO 200 and 1600.

• The [ISO AUTO] setting is not provided in [Manual Exposure]. If you change the exposure mode to [Manual Exposure] with the [ISO AUTO] setting, it is switched to 200. Set the ISO according to your shooting conditions.

You can set a faster shutter speed, and reduce image blur in dark locations or of moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).

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ISO setting (speed) is the sensitivity to light of recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO setting.

High ISO sensitivity

With high ISO sensitivity, images will be captured with an appropriate brightness even under insufficient exposure. However, increasing ISO sensitivity will cause images to become noisy.

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You can record smooth images. However, compensation for low ISO sensitivity will be made by slowing down the shutter speed. You should take camera shake or movement of subjects into account, too.

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White Balance

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

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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t desired mode.

To adjust the white balance to suit a specific light source, see the explanation on each mode.

AWB (Auto WB) The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts

(Daylight) If you select an option to suit a specific light source, the

(Shade)

(Cloudy)

(Incandescent)

(Fluorescent)

(Flash)

(C.Temp./Filter) Adjusts the white balance depending on the light source

(Custom) Allows to use the white balance setting retained by

(Custom Setup) Memorizes the basic white color (Custom white balance).

Note

• [Auto WB] is selected when using the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection]

the color tones.

color tones are adjusted for the light source (preset white balance).

(color temperature). Achieves the effect of CC (Color Compensation) filters for photography.

[Custom Setup].

z Effects of lighting conditions

The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color tones are adjusted automatically, but you can adjust color tones manually using the [White Balance] function.

Weather/ lighting

Characteristics of light

Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent

White (standard)

Bluish Green-tinged Reddish

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Preset white balance ( )

1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t desired mode. 2 As necessary, [Option] t adjust the color tone.

Adjusting it toward + turns the image reddish and adjusting it toward – turns the image bluish.

C.Temp./Filter

1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [C.Temp./Filter]. 2 [Option] t desired value.

Color Temp. The higher the number, the more reddish the image, and the

lower the number, the more bluish the image. (The default setting is 5500 K.)

Color Filter Based on using the set color temperature as the standard, the

color can be compensated to G (Green) or M (Magenta). The higher the number, the more the color is compensated. (The default setting is 0.)

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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [Custom Setup].

2 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in

the center, and then press the shutter button down.

The shutter clicks and the calibrated values (color temperature and color filter) are displayed.

3 To call the custom white balance setting, [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t

[White Balance] t [Custom].

Note

• If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later shootings.

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Metering Mode

Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.

1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Metering Mode] t desired mode.

(Multi) Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into

(Center) Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while

(Spot) Measures only the central area (Spot

multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).

emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted metering).

metering). This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background.

Spot metering cross hairs position on the subject.

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• If you set [Metering Mode] to other than [Multi], the [Face Detection] function cannot be used.

• [Multi] is selected when using the following functions: – Movie recording – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection] – [Picture Effect] – [Precision Dig. Zoom] – [Smile Shutter]

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Flash Compensation

Adjusts the amount of flash light in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture.

1 Attach the flash and raise it. 2 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Flash Compensation] t desired value.

Selecting higher values (+ side) makes the flash level higher and images brighter. Selecting lower values (– side) makes the flash level lower and images darker.

Notes

• You cannot use [Flash Compensation] with the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection] – [Picture Effect] – [Anti Motion Blur] – [Sweep Panorama] – [3D Sweep Panorama] – when no flash is attached

• The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible.

z Tips to adjust the brightness when shooting people

• It is important to balance the brightness of people against the dark background in night portraits. You can adjust the brightness of people near the camera by changing the flash light intensity.

• If the subject is too far for the flash and still too dark after adjustment, move closer to your subject.

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DRO/Auto HDR

Corrects the brightness or contrast.

1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t desired mode.

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(Off) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR].

(D-Range

Opt.)

(Auto HDR) Shoots three images with different exposures, and then overlays

Note

• You can select [DRO/Auto HDR] only in the following modes: – [Manual Exposure] – [Shutter Priority] – [Aperture Priority] – [Program Auto]

By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation.

the bright area of the under exposed image and the dark area of the over exposed image to create an image with rich gradation. One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded.

D-Range Opt.

Corrects the brightness of the image (DRO: Dynamic Range Optimizer).

1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [D-Range Opt.]. 2 [Option] t desired value.

(Auto) Corrects the brightness automatically.

Lv1 – Lv5 Optimizes the gradations of a recorded image in each area of the

image. Select the optimal level between Lv1 (weak) and Lv5 (strong).

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• [Auto] is selected when using the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Portrait], [Landscape], [Macro], [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection] – [Picture Effect]

• When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect.

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Auto HDR

Widens the range (gradations) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts in correct brightness (Auto High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded.

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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [Auto HDR]. 2 [Option] t desired value.

(Auto

Exposure Diff.)

1.0 EV – 6.0 EV Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject.

Notes

• You cannot start the next shoot until the capture process is completed after you shoot.

• You cannot use this function with [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images.

• You cannot select [Auto HDR] during [Smile Shutter]. If you turn on the [Smile Shutter] function with [Auto HDR] selected, the camera will temporarily use the DRO setting.

• Since 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 blink. – Do not recompose.

• You may not obtain a desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting conditions.

• When the flash is used, this function has little effect.

• When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera detects such situation, is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as necessary, recomposing or paying attention to the blur.

Corrects the exposure difference automatically.

Select the optimal level between 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV (strong).

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Creative Style

Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera adjusts the exposure.

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1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Creative Style] t desired mode. 2 When you want to adjust contrast, saturation, or sharpness, [Option] t

desired setting.

(Standard) For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful

(Vivid) The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking

(Portrait) For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited for

(Landscape) The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for

(Sunset) For shooting the beautiful red of the setting sun.

(Black &

White)

colors.

images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views.

shooting portraits.

shooting vivid and crisp scenery. Distant landscapes also stand out more.

For shooting images in black and white monotone.

(Contrast), (Saturation), and (Sharpness) can be adjusted for each Creative

Style item.

(Contrast) The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light

(Saturation) The higher the value selected, the more vivid the color. When a

(Sharpness) Adjusts the sharpness. The higher the value selected, the more

and shadow is accentuated, thus making an impact on an image.

lower value is selected, the color of the image is restrained and subdued.

the contours are accentuated, and the lower the value selected, the more the contours are softened.

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• [Standard] is selected when using the following functions: – [Intelligent Auto] – [Scene Selection] – [Picture Effect]

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Delete

Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Delete] t desired mode.

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Multiple Img. Deletes the selected images. Press the center to confirm [Select]

and [OK].

All in Folder Deletes all still images in the folder. This appears during still

image playback only.

All in Date Rng. Deletes all movies of the date. This appears during movie

playback only.

Note

• You can select up to 100 images.

z To delete an image

It is easier to delete an image displayed on the screen by selecting [Delete] (page 27).

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Slide Show

Plays back images automatically. Plays back only 3D images in Slide Show on the 3D TV connected to the camera.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Slide Show] t desired mode t [OK].

Repeat

On Plays back images in a continuous loop.

Off After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.

Interval

1 Sec Sets the display interval of images.

3 Sec

5 Sec

10 Sec

30 Sec

Image Type

All Plays back all still images on the memory card as normal

Display 3D Only Plays back 3D images only.

Notes

• You cannot pause the slide show. To stop the slide show, press the center of the control wheel.

• You cannot play back still images and movies together. Select either type of image with [Still/Movie Select].

• A panoramic image is displayed in full image. To scroll a panoramic image, first stop the slide show by pressing the center of the control wheel when the image is displayed, and then press the center again.

Appears only when playing back still images.

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Still/Movie Select

Selects still images or movies to play back.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select] t desired mode.

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Movie

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• You cannot display still images and movies on the same index screen.

Displays the still image.

Displays the movie.

z Switching between the still image and the movie

You can switch the image type on the image index easily. Select (still image) or (movie) on the left of the screen (page 37).

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Image Index

Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Image Index] t desired mode.

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6 Images Displays six images.

12 Images Displays 12 images.

Note

• You cannot display still image and movie on the same index screen.

z Switching between the still image and the movie

You can switch the image type on the image index easily. Select (still image) or (movie) on the left of the screen.

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Select Folder

When multiple folders are created in a memory card, this selects the folder containing the still image you want to play back.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select] t [Still]. 2 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Select Folder] t

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• You cannot select this item during movie playback.

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Select Date

Movies are stored by date. You can select the date of movies to be played back.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select]

t [Movie].

2 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Select Date] t

desired date.

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• You cannot select this item during still image playback.

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Rotate

Rotates a still image counter-clockwise. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. Once you rotate the image, the image is played back in the rotated position, even if you turn off the power.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Rotate] t press the center.

The image rotates counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press the center.

Notes

• You cannot rotate movies or protected images.

• You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras.

• When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software.

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Protect

Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed for registered images.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Protect] t desired mode.

Multiple Img. Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press

the center to confirm [Select] and [OK].

Cancel All Images Cancels the protection of all still images.

Cancel All Movies Cancels the protection of all movies.

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• You can protect up to 100 images at a time.

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Enlarge Image

You can check the focus by enlarging a portion of the playback image.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [ Enlarge Image].

2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel.

3 Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/

left of the control wheel.

4 To cancel the operation, press [Exit].

Notes

• You cannot enlarge the movies.

• During playing back panoramic images, pause first, and then enlarge the image.

z Scaling range

The scaling range depends on the image size.

Image size Scaling range

L Approx. ×1.1 – ×14

M Approx. ×1.1 – ×11

S Approx. ×1.1 – ×7.3

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Volume Settings

Adjusts the sound volume of movies in eight steps. This item appears during movie playback only.

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value.

z Adjusting the volume during playback

The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while playing back movies. You can adjust the volume, while listening to the actual sound.

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Specify Printing

You can specify which and how many copies of still images you shot on the memory card that you want to print out later. The (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images (DPOF: Digital Print Order Format).

1 [Menu] t [Playback] t [Specify Printing] t desired setting.

DPOF Setup

Multiple Img. Selects images to order printing.

Cancel All Clears all DPOF marks.

Date Imprint

On Sets whether or not to date the DPOF marked images when

Off

Notes

• You cannot add the DPOF mark to movies.

• You can add the DPOF mark to up to 998 images.

• DPOF registration is not cleared after printing. It is recommended that you clear it after you print the still images.

1Press the center to select the number of sheets. To cancel

DPOF, hold the center down until the DPOF mark turns off.

2Repeat the operation on all images you want to print.

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AF Illuminator

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

1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [AF Illuminator] t desired setting.

Auto Uses the AF illuminator.

Off Does not use the AF illuminator.

Notes

• You cannot use the AF illuminator when: – [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. – [Landscape], [Night View], [Hand-held Twilight] or [Sports Action] in [Scene Selection] is selected. – [Sweep Panorama] is selected. – [3D Sweep Panorama] is selected. – Recording movies. – Using an A-mount lens (sold separately).

• When the AF illuminator is used, the setting of [Autofocus Area] is invalid and the AF area is indicated with a dotted line. AF operates with priority on and around the center area.

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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] t [Setup] t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired setting.

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

Off Does not use Red Eye Reduction.

Notes

• Attach and raise the flash to use Red Eye Reduction.

• You cannot use [Red Eye Reduction] with [Smile Shutter].

• Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or if the subject looked away from the pre-strobe.

z What causes the red-eye phenomenon?

Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the “red-eye” phenomenon.

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Auto Review

You can check the recorded image on the LCD monitor right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time.

1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Auto Review] t desired setting.

10 Sec Displays for the set time.

5 Sec

2 Sec

Off Does not display.

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• In auto review, the image will not be displayed in the vertical position even if [Playback Display] is set to [Auto Rotate].

• Even if [Grid Line] is set to [On] when recording [3D Sweep Panorama] or [Sweep Panorama] images, the grid line does not appear in auto review.

• Before the image is displayed, an unprocessed image may be displayed temporarily, depending on the setting, such as [DRO/Auto HDR], [Soft Skin Effect].

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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] t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting.

On Displays the grid line.

Off Does not display the grid line.

z Checking the frame for movie recording

The frame that appears when [Grid Line] is set to [On] will show to what extent your subject is included in the frame. This enables you to adjust the composition by moving closer or further away from your subject.

Frame for movie

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Peaking Level

Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily.

1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Peaking Level] t desired setting.

High Sets the peaking level to high.

Mid Sets the peaking level to middle.

Low Sets the peaking level to low.

Off Does not use the peaking function.

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• Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, the peaking level is different, depending on the subject or on the lens used.

• The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the camera is connected using an HDMI cable.

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Peaking Color

Sets the color used for the peaking function in manual focus.

1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Peaking Color] t desired setting.

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Red Enhances outlines in red.

Yellow Enhances outlines in yellow.

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Sony NEX-C3A User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

How to use this handbook

Table of contents

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Identifying parts

List of icons on the screen

Using the control wheel and soft keys

Menu search

Shooting images

Playing back images

Deleting images

Photo Creativity

DISP (Display Contents)

Exposure Comp.

Image Index

Intelligent Auto

Scene Selection

Picture Effect

Anti Motion Blur

Sweep Panorama

3D Sweep Panorama

Manual Exposure

Shutter Priority

Aperture Priority

Program Auto

Drive Mode

Continuous Adv.

Speed Priority Cont.

Self-timer

Self-timer(Cont.)

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Flash Mode

AF/MF Select

Autofocus Area

Autofocus Mode

Precision Dig. Zoom

Face Detection

Smile Shutter

Smile Detection

Soft Skin Effect

Shooting Tip List

Image Size

Aspect Ratio

Quality

Panorama Direction

White Balance

Metering Mode

Flash Compensation

DRO/Auto HDR

Creative Style

Delete

Slide Show

Still/Movie Select

Image Index

Select Folder

Select Date

Rotate

Protect

Enlarge Image

Volume Settings

Specify Printing

AF Illuminator

Red Eye Reduction

Auto Review

Grid Line

Peaking Level

Peaking Color