Sony α 6600 User Manual

Help Guide

Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

ILCE-6600 α6600

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

Interval shooting

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

Looking for valuable information, such as essential points on shooting (Tutorials)

This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the
website when you set up your camera. (Another window will open.)

ILCE-6600 lens compatibility information

This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.)

Names of parts/Icons and indicators

Identifying parts

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Basic operations

Using the control wheel

Using MENU items

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu)

How to use the Quick Navi screen

Using the AF/MF/AEL switch lever

How to use the keyboard

Icons and indicators

List of icons on the monitor

Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback)

DISP Button (Monitor/Finder)

Preparing the camera

Checking the camera and the supplied items

E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS

Charging the battery pack

Inserting/removing the battery pack

Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera

Charging by connecting to a computer

Battery life and number of recordable images

Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)

Notes on the battery pack

Notes on charging the battery pack

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Inserting/removing a memory card

Memory cards that can be used

Notes on memory card

Attaching a lens

Attaching/removing a lens

Attaching the lens hood

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Attaching accessories

Mount Adaptor

LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor

LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor

Setting language, date and time

In-Camera Guide

Shooting

Shooting still images

Focusing

Focus Mode

Auto focus

Focus Area

Focus Area Limit

Phase detection AF

Focus Standard

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

AF/MF control

AF w/ shutter (still image)

AF On

Face/Eye AF Set.

AF in Focus Mag. (still image)

Tracking subject (Tracking function)

Focus Hold

Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image)

Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area)

Pre-AF (still image)

Eye-Start AF (still image)

Priority Set in AF-S

Priority Set in AF-C

AF Illuminator (still image)

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AF Area Auto Clear

Disp. cont. AF area

Circ. of Focus Point

AF Micro Adj.

Manual focus

Manual Focus

Direct manual focus (DMF)

Focus Magnifier

MF Assist (still image)

Focus Magnif. Time

Initial Focus Mag. (still image)

Peaking Setting

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

Drive Mode

Cont. Shooting

Self-timer

Self-timer(Cont)

Cont. Bracket

Single Bracket

Indicator during bracket shooting

WB bracket

DRO Bracket

Bracket Settings

Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen

Self-portrait/ -timer

Interval shooting

Interval Shoot Func.

Using touch functions

Touch Operation

Touch Panel/Pad

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Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter

Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus

Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking

Touch Pad Settings

Selecting still image size/image quality

File Format (still image)

JPEG Quality (still image)

JPEG Image Size (still image)

Aspect Ratio (still image)

Selecting a shooting mode

List of mode dial function

Intelligent Auto

About Scene Recognition

Program Auto

Aperture Priority

Shutter Priority

Manual Exposure

Bulb shooting

Scene Selection

Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Movie: Exposure Mode

S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode

Controlling the exposure/metering modes

Exposure Comp.

Dial/Wheel Ev Comp

Exposure Set. Guide

Exposure step

Metering Mode

Face Priority in Multi Metering

Spot Metering Point

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AE lock

AEL w/ shutter (still image)

Exposure Std. Adjust

Exp.comp.set

Zebra Setting

Correcting brightness and contrast automatically

D-Range Optimizer (DRO)

Auto HDR

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

ISO Setting: ISO

ISO Setting: ISO Range Limit

ISO Setting: ISO AUTO Min. SS

Using the zoom

The zoom features available with this product

Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

Zoom Setting

About zoom scale

Zoom Ring Rotate

White balance

White Balance

Priority Set in AWB

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

Shutter AWB Lock (still image)

Setting how to process images

Creative Style

Picture Effect

Color Space (still image)

Shutter settings

Release w/o Lens

Release w/o Card

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Silent Shooting (still image)

e-Front Curtain Shutter

Reducing blur

SteadyShot

SteadyShot Settings

Lens compensation

Lens Comp.

Noise reduction

Long Exposure NR (still image)

High ISO NR (still image)

Face detection

Regist. Faces Priority

Face Registration (New Registration)

Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

Face Registration (Delete)

Using the flash

Using flash (sold separately)

Red Eye Reduction

Flash Mode

Flash Comp.

FEL lock

Wireless Flash

Recording movies

Shooting movies

Movie w/ shutter

Movie recording formats

File Format (movie)

Record Setting (movie)

S&Q Settings

Proxy Recording

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Audio Recording

Audio Level Display

Audio Rec Level

Audio Out Timing

Wind Noise Reduct.

Picture Profile

Gamma Disp. Assist

Auto Slow Shutter (movie)

Initial Focus Mag. (movie)

AF drive speed (movie)

AF Tracking Sens. (movie)

TC/UB Settings

TC/UB Disp. Switch

MOVIE Button

Marker Display (movie)

Marker Settings (movie)

4K Output Select (movie)

Viewing

Viewing images

Playing back still images

Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image)

Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation)

Rotating an image (Rotate)

Enlarge Initial Mag.

Enlarge Initial Position

Playing back movies

Volume Settings

Photo Capture

Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index)

Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting)

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Switching between still images and movies (View Mode)

Display as Group

Cont. PB for Interval

PB Speed for Interval

Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show)

Protecting data

Protecting images (Protect)

Setting Rating function

Rating

Rating Set(Custom Key)

Designating images for printing (DPOF)

Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing)

Deleting images

Deleting a displayed image

Deleting multiple selected images (Delete)

Delete confirm.

Viewing images on a TV

Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable

Customizing the camera

Registering frequently used functions

Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)

Customizing the functions of the dial

Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings)

Dial/Wheel Setup

Av/Tv Rotate

Dial / Wheel Lock

Customizing MENU (My Menu)

Add Item

Sort Item

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Delete Item

Delete Page

Delete All

Checking images before/after recording

Auto Review

Aperture Preview

Shot. Result Preview

Live View Display

Monitor/viewfinder settings

Grid Line

FINDER/MONITOR

Monitor Brightness

Viewfinder Bright.

Finder Color Temp.

Finder Frame Rate (still image)

Display Quality

Bright Monitoring

Memory card settings

Format

File Number

Set File Name

Display Media Info.

Select REC Folder

New Folder

Folder Name

Recover Image DB

Camera settings

Audio signals

Power Save Start Time

Auto Power OFF Temp.

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IR Remote Ctrl

NTSC/PAL Selector

HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution

HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models)

HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display

HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie)

HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie)

HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI

USB Connection

USB LUN Setting

USB Power Supply

PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest.

PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img

Language

Date/Time Setup

Area Setting

Copyright Info

Version

Demo Mode

Initializing the camera

Setting Reset

Using network functions

Connecting this product and a Smartphone

Imaging Edge Mobile

Ctrl w/ Smartphone

Controlling the camera using a smartphone (NFC One-touch remote)

Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code)

Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID)

Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code)

Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID)

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Transferring images to a Smartphone

Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone

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

Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing)

Reading location information from a smartphone

Location Info. Link Set.

Using a remote commander with Bluetooth communication

Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl

Transferring images to a TV

View on TV

Changing the network settings

Airplane Mode

Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push

Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set.

Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address

Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset

Bluetooth Settings

Edit Device Name

Reset Network Set.

Using a computer

Recommended computer environment

Importing images for use on a computer

PlayMemories Home

Installing PlayMemories Home

Connecting to a computer

Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home

Disconnecting the camera from the computer

Transferring images to a computer

Send to Computer

Developing RAW images/Remote shooting (Imaging Edge)

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Imaging Edge

Creating a movie disc

Selecting a disc to be created

Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies

Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies

Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies

List of MENU items

Using MENU items

Camera Settings1

File Format (still image)

JPEG Quality (still image)

JPEG Image Size (still image)

Aspect Ratio (still image)

Long Exposure NR (still image)

High ISO NR (still image)

Color Space (still image)

Lens Comp.

Scene Selection

Drive Mode

Bracket Settings

Interval Shoot Func.

Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2)

Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)

Focus Mode

Priority Set in AF-S

Priority Set in AF-C

Focus Area

Focus Area Limit

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

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AF Illuminator (still image)

Face/Eye AF Set.

AF w/ shutter (still image)

Pre-AF (still image)

Eye-Start AF (still image)

Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image)

Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area)

AF Area Auto Clear

Disp. cont. AF area

Circ. of Focus Point

AF Micro Adj.

Exposure Comp.

ISO Setting: ISO

ISO Setting: ISO Range Limit

ISO Setting: ISO AUTO Min. SS

Metering Mode

Face Priority in Multi Metering

Spot Metering Point

Exposure step

AEL w/ shutter (still image)

Exposure Std. Adjust

Flash Mode

Flash Comp.

Exp.comp.set

Wireless Flash

Red Eye Reduction

White Balance

Priority Set in AWB

D-Range Optimizer (DRO)

Auto HDR

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Creative Style

Picture Effect

Picture Profile

Shutter AWB Lock (still image)

Focus Magnifier

Focus Magnif. Time

Initial Focus Mag. (still image)

AF in Focus Mag. (still image)

MF Assist (still image)

Peaking Setting

Face Registration (New Registration)

Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

Face Registration (Delete)

Regist. Faces Priority

Self-portrait/ -timer

Camera Settings2

Movie: Exposure Mode

S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode

File Format (movie)

Record Setting (movie)

S&Q Settings

Proxy Recording

AF drive speed (movie)

AF Tracking Sens. (movie)

Auto Slow Shutter (movie)

Initial Focus Mag. (movie)

Audio Recording

Audio Rec Level

Audio Level Display

Audio Out Timing

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Wind Noise Reduct.

Marker Display (movie)

Marker Settings (movie)

Movie w/ shutter

Silent Shooting (still image)

e-Front Curtain Shutter

Release w/o Lens

Release w/o Card

SteadyShot

SteadyShot Settings

Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

Zoom Setting

Zoom Ring Rotate

DISP Button (Monitor/Finder)

FINDER/MONITOR

Finder Frame Rate (still image)

Zebra Setting

Grid Line

Exposure Set. Guide

Live View Display

Auto Review

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu)

Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings)

Dial/Wheel Setup

Av/Tv Rotate

Dial/Wheel Ev Comp

Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter

Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus

Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking

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MOVIE Button

Dial / Wheel Lock

Audio signals

Network

Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone

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

Send to Computer

View on TV

Ctrl w/ Smartphone

Airplane Mode

Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push

Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set.

Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address

Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset

Bluetooth Settings

Location Info. Link Set.

Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl

Edit Device Name

Reset Network Set.

Playback

Protecting images (Protect)

Rotating an image (Rotate)

Deleting multiple selected images (Delete)

Rating

Rating Set(Custom Key)

Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing)

Photo Capture

Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image)

Enlarge Initial Mag.

Enlarge Initial Position

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Cont. PB for Interval

PB Speed for Interval

Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show)

Switching between still images and movies (View Mode)

Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index)

Display as Group

Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation)

Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting)

Setup

Monitor Brightness

Viewfinder Bright.

Finder Color Temp.

Gamma Disp. Assist

Volume Settings

Delete confirm.

Display Quality

Power Save Start Time

Auto Power OFF Temp.

NTSC/PAL Selector

Cleaning Mode

Touch Operation

Touch Panel/Pad

Touch Pad Settings

Demo Mode

TC/UB Settings

IR Remote Ctrl

HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution

HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models)

HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display

HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie)

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HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie)

HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI

4K Output Select (movie)

USB Connection

USB LUN Setting

USB Power Supply

PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest.

PC Remote Settings: RAW+J PC Save Img

Language

Date/Time Setup

Area Setting

Copyright Info

Format

File Number

Set File Name

Select REC Folder

New Folder

Folder Name

Recover Image DB

Display Media Info.

Version

Setting Reset

My Menu

Add Item

Sort Item

Delete Item

Delete Page

Delete All

Precautions/This product

Precautions

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On cleaning

Cleaning the image sensor

Cleaning Mode

Number of recordable images

Recordable movie times

Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad

AVCHD format

License

Specifications

Trademarks

If you have problems

Troubleshooting

Warning messages

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Identifying parts

When the lens is removed

Shutter button1.
ON/OFF (Power) switch2.
Infrared remote sensor3.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna (built-in)4.
Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator5.
Lens release button6.
Microphone*7.
Lens8.
Mount9.
Image sensor**10.
Lens contacts**11.

Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.

*

Do not directly touch these parts.

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Multi Interface Shoe*1.

Image sensor position mark

The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. 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.

If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure
you put enough distance between the subject and the camera.

2.

Hooks for shoulder strap
Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.

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Speaker4.
C1 button (Custom button 1)/C2 button (Custom button 2)5.
Control dial6.
Mode dial7.
Multi/Micro USB Terminal*
This terminal supports Micro USB-compatible devices.

8.

Charge lamp9.
HDMI micro jack10.

(Microphone) jack
When an external microphone is connected, the built-in microphone turns off automatically. When the external
microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.

11.

(Headphones) jack12.

For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’
accessories are not guaranteed.

*

Eye sensor1.
Viewfinder2.
Eyepiece Cup

Not attached to the camera at the factory. It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to
use the viewfinder.

Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup

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Match the eyepiece cup to the groove on the viewfinder and slide it into place.

To remove the eyepiece cup, grasp it on the left and right sides and lift it up.

Remove the eyepiece cup when you attach an accessory (sold separately) to the Multi Interface Shoe.

Monitor

You can change the monitor angle to shoot from any position you like.
High position (holding the camera high)

Low position (holding the camera low)

Selfie position (facing the monitor toward you to take a selfie)

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You may not be able to adjust the monitor angle depending on the type of a tripod you use. In such a case,
release the tripod screw once to adjust the monitor angle.

Diopter-adjustment dial

Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is difficult
to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust the dial.

5.

MENU button6.
C3 button (Custom button 3)7.
AF/MF/AEL switch lever8.
For shooting: AF/MF button/AEL button
For viewing:

(Enlarge) button

9.

MOVIE (Movie) button10.
For shooting: Fn (Function) button
For viewing:

(Send to Smartphone) button

You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button.

11.

Control wheel12.
Center button13.
C4 button (Custom button 4)/

(Delete) button14.

(Playback) button15.

(N-Mark)

Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function. For details on
the location of the

(N-Mark) on your Smartphone, refer to the operating instructions of the Smartphone.

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

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

2.

Access lamp3.
Battery/memory card cover4.
Battery lock lever5.
Battery insertion slot6.
Memory card slot7.

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Using the control wheel

You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. Your selection is
determined when you press the center of the control wheel.
The default settings for the top/bottom/left/right side and the center of the control wheel are as follows.
Top side: DISP (Display Setting)
Bottom side: Exposure Comp./Image Index (

/ )

Left side: Drive Mode (

/ )
Right side: ISO
Center: Focus Standard
You can also assign the desired functions to the bottom/left/right side and the center of the control wheel.
During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by
turning the control wheel.

Related Topic

Focus Standard

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings)

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Using MENU items

You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You
can also execute camera functions from the MENU.

Related Topic

Add Item

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Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.

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Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or by
turning the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel.

Select a MENU tab (A) at the top of the screen, and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to
another MENU tab.

You can go back to the previous screen by pressing the MENU button.

2

Select the desired setting value, and press the center to confirm your selection.

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Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets
you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign
[Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.

You can separately assign functions to custom keys for the still image shooting mode (

Custom Key), movie

shooting mode (

Custom Key), and playback mode ( Custom Key).

Assignable functions vary depending on the keys.

You can assign functions to the following keys.

For details on functions that can be assigned to custom keys, refer to the following URL:

https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-6600/custom.php

Hint

You can recall functions more quickly by using the Function menu to configure each setting directly from the Fn button, along with
the custom keys. Refer to the related functions under “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.

The following is the procedure for assigning the [Eye AF] function to the AEL button (A).

Custom Button 11.
Custom Button 22.
Custom Button 33.
AF/MF Button/AEL Button4.
Fn/

Button5.
Center Button/Left Button/Right Button/Down Button6.
Custom Button 47.

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key].

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Note

You can also assign shooting functions to the focus hold button on the lens. However, some lenses do not have a focus hold
button.

If you assign [Follow Custom (

)] to a custom key using [ Custom Key], but the function is one that is unavailable in the

movie shooting mode such as [

JPEG Quality] or [Flash Mode], the function will not be recalled when you press the key in the

movie shooting mode.

If you assign [Follow Custom (

/ )] to a custom key using [ Custom Key], the camera will switch to the shooting mode

and recall the assigned function when you press the key in the playback mode.

Related Topic

Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu)

Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings)

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If you want to assign a function to recall while shooting movies, select [ Custom Key]. If you want to assign
a function to recall while playing back images, select [

Custom Key].

Move to the [Rear1] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [AEL Button] and
press the center of the control wheel.

2

Press the left/right side of the control wheel until [Eye AF] is displayed. Select [Eye AF], and then press the
center.

If you press the AEL button in the still image shooting mode and eyes are detected, [Eye AF] will activate, and
the camera will focus on the eyes. Shoot images while holding down the AEL button.

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Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu)

The Function menu is a menu of 12 functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn
(Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to
the function menu.

For details on functions that can be registered to the function menu, refer to the following URL:

https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-6600/function.php

Hint

You can recall functions more quickly by using the custom key function to assign frequently used functions to desired keys, along
with the function menu. Refer to the related functions under “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.

Press the DISP on the control wheel repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder], and
then press the Fn (Function) button.

1

Select the desired function by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel.

2

Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel, and press the center of the control wheel.

Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control dial.

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To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens

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

To change the functions in the function menu (Function Menu Set.)

The following is the procedure for changing [Drive Mode] in the function menu to [Grid Line].

Related Topic

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.].1.
Select

(Drive Mode) from among the twelve functions in the function menu using the top/bottom/left/right

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

2.

Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and
press the center of the control wheel.

(Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu.

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How to use the Quick Navi screen

The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly.

To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens

Select the desired function in step 5, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the
function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings.

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor].

1

Place a

mark on [For viewfinder] and then select [Enter].

2

Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to [For viewfinder].

3

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

The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual
displays.

Auto mode/Scene Selection mode

P/A/S/M mode

4

Select the desired function by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel.

5

Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting.

Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control dial.

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Note

Items that are gray on the Quick Navi screen are not adjustable.

When using [Creative Style], [Picture Profile], etc., some of the setup tasks can only be accomplished on a dedicated screen.

Related Topic

Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback)

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Using the AF/MF/AEL switch lever

You can switch the function of the AF/MF/AEL button to AF/MF or AEL by changing the position of the AF/MF/AEL switch
lever.

When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever (A) to the AF/MF position and press the button (B), the focusing mode
temporarily switches between auto and manual (AF/MF control). When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AEL
position and press the button, the exposure is locked (AE lock).

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How to use the keyboard

When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen.

Move the cursor on desired key using the control wheel, then press the center to enter.

To cancel input, select [Cancel].

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Input box
The characters you entered are displayed.

1.

Switch character types

Each time you press this key, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols.

2.

Keyboard

Each time you press this key, the characters corresponding to that key will be displayed one-by-one in order.

For example: If you want to enter “abd”

Press the key for “abc” once to display “a” → select “

”((5) Move cursor) and press the key for “abc” twice to

display “b” → press the key for “def” once to display “d.”

3.

Finalize

Finalizes the entered characters.

4.

Move cursor

Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left.

5.

Delete

Deletes the character preceding the cursor.

6.

Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter.

7.

Enters a space.

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List of icons on the monitor

The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays.
Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.

Icons on the shooting screen

Monitor mode

Viewfinder mode

Shooting mode/Scene recognition

P P* A S M

Shooting mode

Register number

Scene Recognition icons

Scene Selection

1.

Camera settings

NO CARD

Memory card status

100/1 h 30 m

Remaining number of recordable images/Recordable time of movies

Writing data / Number of images left to write

2.

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Aspect ratio of still images

24M / 20M / 16M / 12M / 10M / 8.0M / 6.0M / 5.1M / 4.0M

Image size of still images

RAW

RAW recording

X.FINE FINE STD

JPEG Quality

XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD

File format of movies

Record setting of movies

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

Frame rate of movies

Proxy Recording

120fps 60fps 30fps 15fps 8fps 4fps 100fps 50fps 25fps 12fps 6fps 3fps 2fps 1fps

Frame rate for slow/quick motion shooting

Flash charge in progress

Setting Effect OFF

AF Illuminator

SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning

SteadyS. Focal Len. / Camera shake warning

Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom

PC remote

Bright Monitoring

Silent Shooting

Remote control

No audio recording of movies

Wind Noise Reduct.

Copyright information exists for image

Gamma Disp. Assist

Touch Shutter

Focus Cancel

Tracking Cancel

Spot Focus

Performing [Spot Focus]

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NFC active

Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable

Connected to smartphone / Not connected to smartphone

Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained

Airplane Mode

Overheating warning

Database file full / Database file error

Battery

Remaining battery

Remaining battery warning

USB power supply

3.

Shooting settings

Drive Mode

Flash Mode /Wireless Flash/Red Eye Reduction

±0.0

Flash Comp.

Focus Mode

Focus Area

File Format

Metering Mode

7500K A5 G5

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

D-Range Optimizer /Auto HDR

+3 +3 +3

Creative Style /Contrast, saturation, and sharpness

Picture Effect

Face/Eye Priority in AF

–

Picture Profile

4.

Focus indicator/exposure settings

Focus indicator

1/250

Shutter speed

F3.5

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Icons on the playback screen

Single-image playback

Aperture value

Exposure compensation/Metered Manual

ISO400
ISO AUTO

ISO400

ISO sensitivity

AE lock/FEL lock/AWB lock

Guides/other

Tracking Cancel

Guide display for tracking

Select Focus Point On/Off

Guide display for setting Focus Area

Focus Cancel

Guide display for canceling focusing

Guide display for My Dial

Control wheel function

Control dial function

Bracket indicator

Spot metering area

Exposure Setting Guide

Shutter speed indicator

Aperture indicator

Histogram

Digital level gauge

STBY REC

Movie recording standby/Movie recording in progress

1:00:12

Actual movie recording time (hours: minutes: seconds)

Audio Level Display

REC Control

00:00:00:00

Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames)

00 00 00 00

User Bit

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Histogram display

Basic information

View Mode

Rating

Protect

DPOF

DPOF set

3/7

File number/Number of images in the view mode

NFC active

Remaining battery

Display as Group

Proxy movie included

1.

Camera settings

Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen.”

2.

Shooting settings

Picture Effect error

Auto HDR error

35mm

Lens focal length

HLG

HDR recording (Hybrid Log-Gamma)

Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” for other icons displayed in this area.

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Image information

Latitude/longitude information

Copyright information exists for image

2019 -1-1 10:37PM

Date of recording

100-0003

Folder number - file number

Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B)

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Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback)

You can change the display contents on the screen.

Press the DISP (Display Setting) button.

To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder.
Each time you press the DISP button, the screen display changes.
The displayed contents and their position are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.

During shooting (Monitor)

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

During shooting (Viewfinder)

Level → No Disp. Info. → Histogram → Level

During playback (Monitor/Viewfinder)

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

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Histogram display

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

(A): Pixel count
(B): Brightness

Note

The viewfinder display and the monitor display for shooting can be set separately. Look through the viewfinder to set the display
settings for the viewfinder.

The information in the histogram display does not indicate the final photograph. It is information about image displayed on the
screen. The final result depends on the aperture value, etc.

The histogram display is extremely different between shooting and playback in the following cases:

When the flash is used
When shooting a low luminance subject such as a night scene

In movie mode, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed.

Hint

The following are not displayed in the default settings.

Graphic Display
Monitor Off
Display All Info. (when using the viewfinder)

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

(Camera Settings2) →

[DISP Button] and change the setting.

Related Topic

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

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DISP Button (Monitor/Finder)

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DISP Button (Monitor/Finder)

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

Menu item details

Graphic Display :

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

Display All Info. :

Shows recording information.

No Disp. Info. :

Does not show recording information.

Histogram :

Displays the luminance distribution graphically.

Level :

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

For viewfinder*:

Displays only shooting information on the monitor, not the subject. This setting is a display setting for shooting with the
viewfinder.

Monitor Off*:

Always turns the monitor off when shooting images. You can use the monitor when playing back images or operating
MENU. This setting is a display setting for shooting with the viewfinder.

Note

If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great.

The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level.

MENU →

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

The items marked with

are available.

1

These screen modes are available only in the setting for [Monitor].

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Related Topic

Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback)

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Checking the camera and the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

Camera (1)
AC Adaptor (1)
The type of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region.

NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1)

Micro USB cable (1)

Shoulder Strap (1)

Body Cap (1)

Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera)
Eyepiece Cup (1)

Startup Guide (1)
Reference Guide (1)

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E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS

Specifications

Focal length: 18 mm – 135 mm

Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length*1: 27 – 202.5 mm
Lens groups – elements: 12 – 16

Angle of view*1: 76° – 12°

Minimum focus*2: 0.45 m (1.48 ft.)
Maximum magnification: 0.29×
Minimum aperture: f/22 – f/36
Filter diameter: 55 mm
Dimensions (max. diameter × height): Approx. 67.2 mm × 88 mm (Approx. 2 3/4 inches × 3 1/2 inches)
Mass: Approx. 325 g (Approx. 11.5 oz.)
SteadyShot: Available

Supplied items

Lens (1), Front Lens Cap (1), Rear Lens Cap (1), Lens Hood (1)

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Lens hood index1.
Focusing ring2.
Zoom ring3.
Focal-length scale4.
Focal-length index5.
Lens contacts*6.
Lens Hood7.
Focus mode switch8.
Mounting index9.

Do not touch this part directly.

*

The values for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image
sensor.

*1

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

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Inserting/removing the battery pack

To remove the battery pack

Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera. Then, slide the lock lever (A) and remove the battery
pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

Open the battery/memory card cover.

1

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

2

Close the cover.

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Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera

Note

If the charge lamp flashes when the battery pack is not fully charged, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from
the camera and then re-insert it to recharge.

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

Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor/Battery Charger. If any malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug
from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.
If you use the product with a charge lamp, note that the product is not disconnected from the power source even when the lamp
turns off.

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

When you use a completely new battery pack or a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp may flash
quickly when the battery is charged. If this happens, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and
then re-insert it to recharge.

Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged.
Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance.

Turn the power off.

1

Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable
(supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

Charge lamp on the camera (orange)

Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature
range

Charging time (Full charge): The charging time is approximately 285 min.
The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).
Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
The charge lamp turns off when charging is completed.
If the charge lamp lights up and then immediately turns off, the battery pack is fully charged.

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When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket).

Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied).

Related Topic

Notes on the battery pack

Notes on charging the battery pack

Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad

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Charging by connecting to a computer

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

Note

If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do
not leave the product connected to a laptop computer for an extended period of time.

Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established
between the computer and the camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or
waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer.

Proper operation cannot be guaranteed on all types of computers.

Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub.

The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time.

Related Topic

Notes on the battery pack

Notes on charging the battery pack

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

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Battery life and number of recordable images

The above estimates for battery life and number of recordable images apply when the battery pack has been fully
charged. The battery life and number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
The battery life and number of recordable images are estimates based on shooting with the default settings under the
following conditions:

Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately)
Using a E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens

The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following
conditions:
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)

One picture is taken every 30 seconds.
The power is turned on and off once every ten times.

The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following
conditions:

The image quality is set to XAVC S HD 60p 50M /50p 50M.
Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeated shooting, zooming, shooting stand-by, turning on/off, etc.
Continuous shooting (movies): No operations other than starting and ending shooting are performed.

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Battery life Number of images

Shooting (still images)

Screen mode — Approx. 810

Viewfinder mode — Approx. 720

Actual shooting (movies)

Screen mode Approx. 150 min. —

Viewfinder mode Approx. 140 min. —

Continuous shooting (movies)

Screen mode Approx. 250 min. —

Viewfinder mode Approx. 250 min. —

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Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)

Use the supplied AC adaptor to shoot and play back images while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). This
conserves the camera's battery power.

Note

The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera.

If you use the camera while power is being supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), make sure that the icon that shows that
powering via USB is in progress (

) is displayed on the monitor.

Do not remove the battery pack while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). If you remove the battery pack, the
camera will be turned off.

Do not remove the battery pack while the access lamp is lit. The data in the memory card may be damaged.

As long as the power is on, the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor.

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

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

Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the continuous recording time may be shortened while power is supplied from
a wall outlet (wall socket).

When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining
power on the mobile charger during use.

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Insert the battery pack into the camera.

1

Connect the camera to the wall outlet (wall socket) with a micro USB cable (supplied) and an AC adaptor
(supplied).

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Notes on the battery pack

Notes on using the battery pack

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

Charging the battery pack

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

Remaining battery indicator

The remaining battery indicator appears on the screen.

A: Battery level high
B: Battery exhausted

It takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery indicator to appear.
The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.
If the remaining battery indicator does not appear on the screen, press the DISP (Display Setting) button to display it.

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 285 minutes using the AC adaptor (supplied).
The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). Charging
may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.

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

How to store the battery pack

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

On battery life

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

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Notes on charging the battery pack

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

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Inserting/removing a memory card

Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product.

Hint

Open the battery/memory card cover.

1

Insert the memory card.

With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Insert
the memory card correctly. Not doing so may cause a malfunction.

2

Close the cover.

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When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera for
more stable performance of the memory card.

To remove the memory card

Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly
once to remove it.

Related Topic

Memory cards that can be used

Notes on memory card

Format

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Memory cards that can be used

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

SD memory cards

Memory Stick media

Note

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

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

Related Topic

Notes on memory card

Number of recordable images

Recordable movie times

Recording format Supported memory card

Still image SD/SDHC/SDXC card

AVCHD SD/SDHC/SDXC card (Class 4 or faster, or U1 or faster)

XAVC S

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

SDHC/SDXC card (Class 10, or U1 or faster)

4K 100Mbps*
HD 100Mbps

SDHC/SDXC card (U3)

Including when recording proxy movies at the same time

*

Recording format Supported memory card

Still image Memory Stick PRO Duo/ Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

AVCHD Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2)/ Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

XAVC S

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

Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

4K 100Mbps*
HD 100Mbps

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Including when recording proxy movies at the same time

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Notes on memory card

If you repeatedly shoot and delete images for a long time, fragmentation of data in a file in the memory card may
occur, and movie recording may be interrupted in the middle of shooting. If this happens, save your images to a
computer or other storage location, then execute [Format] using this camera.
Do not remove the battery pack or the memory card, disconnect the USB cable, or turn the camera off while the
access lamp is lit up. This may cause the data on the memory card to become damaged.
Be sure to back up the data for protection.
Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly.
Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are
not compatible with exFAT when connected using a USB cable. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT
before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to
format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT
is the file system used on SDXC memory cards.)
Do not expose the memory card to water.
Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:

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

If the memory card is used near areas with strong magnetization, or used in locations subject to static electricity or
electrical noise, the data on the memory card may become damaged.
Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object.
Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.
Do not disassemble or modify the memory card.
The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it.
Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the product. Format the memory card
using this product.
Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used.
Do not press down hard when writing in the memo space on the memory card.
Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor.
If the write-protect switch or delete-protect switch of a memory card is set to the LOCK position, you cannot record or
delete images. In this case, set the switch to the record position.
To use a Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory card with this product:

Be sure to insert the memory card into a dedicated adaptor. If you insert a memory card into the product without a
memory card adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the product.
When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the
correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a
malfunction.

About Memory Stick PRO Duo media and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media:

This Memory Stick is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses
encryption technology.
Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this product.
High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is supported.

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Attaching/removing a lens

Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the lens.

Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens.

It is recommended that you attach the front lens cap when you have done shooting.

1

Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.

Hold the camera with the lens mount facing down to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera.

2

While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it
clicks into the locked position.

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To remove the lens

Keep pressing the lens release button (A) and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops.
After removing the lens, attach the body cap to the camera and the lens caps to the front and rear of the lens to prevent
dust and debris from entering the camera and lens.

Note

When attaching/removing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location.

Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens.

Do not use force when attaching a lens.

A Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). When using the Mount Adaptor, refer to
the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor.

When you use a lens with a tripod socket, attach a tripod to the tripod socket of the lens to help balance the weight of the lens.

When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly.

Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment.

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Be sure to hold the lens straight when attaching it.

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Attaching the lens hood

We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image.

Note

Attach the lens hood properly. Otherwise, the lens hood may not have any effect or may be partially reflected in the image.

When the lens hood is attached properly, the lens hood index (red line) matches the red index mark on the hood. (There may be
no lens hood index on some lenses.)

Remove the lens hood when using the flash as the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image.

To store the lens hood after shooting, attach the lens hood to the lens backward.

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Attaching/removing a lens

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Match the shape of the lens hood mounting part and lens head, and turn the lens hood clockwise until it
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Mount Adaptor

Using a Mount Adaptor (sold separately), you can attach an A-mount lens (sold separately) to this product.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor.

Note

When a setting other than [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is selected for [Cont. Shooting], the focus is locked during the first shot,
even if [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF].

You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility on compatible lenses.

You cannot use the AF illuminator when using an A-mount lens.

The sound of the lens and the product in operation may be recorded during movie recording.
You can turn the sound off by selecting MENU →

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

It may take a long time or may be difficult for the product to focus, depending on the lens used or the subject.

Related Topic

LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor

LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor

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LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor

If you use the LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following
functions are available.

Autofocus:

Available with SAM/SSM lens only

AF system:

Phase Detection AF

AF/MF select:

Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens.

Focus Mode:

Single-shot AF/Continuous AF

When using a Mount Adaptor in the movie mode, adjust the aperture value and the focus manually.

Available focus area:

[Wide]/[Zone] [Center]/[Flexible Spot]/[Expand Flexible Spot]/[Tracking]

SteadyShot:

In-body

Related Topic

Focus Area

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LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor

If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following
functions are available.

Autofocus:

Available

AF system:

Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor

AF/MF select:

Lenses that do not support DMF (with a focus mode switch): Can be changed using the focus mode switch on the lens.
Lenses that support DMF (with a focus mode switch): Can be changed using the focus mode switch on the lens. When
the focus mode switch on the lens is set to AF, you can change the focusing method by operating the camera.
Other lenses (without a focus mode switch): Can be changed by operating the camera.

Focus Mode:

LA-EA2: Single-shot AF/Continuous AF/DMF*
LA-EA4: Single-shot AF/Continuous AF/Automatic AF/DMF*

Even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [AF].
Even if [Priority Set in AF-C] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [Release].

Available focus area:

Wide/Center/Flexible Spot/Tracking

SteadyShot:

In-body

Related Topic

Focus Area

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Setting language, date and time

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

On maintaining the date and time

This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of
whether the power is on or off, or whether the battery pack is charged or discharged.
To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack into the camera, and leave the product
for 24 hours or more with the power off.
If the clock resets every time the battery pack is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out.
Consult your service facility.

Hint

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

(Setup) →

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

Note

If the date and time setting is canceled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the
camera.

This camera does not have a function for inserting the date on images. You can insert the date on images and then save and
print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).

Turn on the camera.

The language setting screen will appear and then setting screen for date and time will appear.

1

Select your language, and then press the center of the control wheel.

2

Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press the center.

3

Select your desired geographic location, and then press the center.

4

Select a setting item using the top/bottom side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, then
press the center.

5

Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time], and [Date Format] using the top/bottom/left/right sides, then press the
center.

Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM when you set [Date/Time].
Change the values using the top/bottom when you set [Date/Time].

6

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

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Date/Time Setup

Area Setting

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In-Camera Guide

The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings.

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Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the

(Delete) button

(A).

The descriptions of the item are displayed.

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Shooting still images

To shoot images with the focus locked on the desired subject (Focus-lock)

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

Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.

1

Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera.

2

When a zoom lens is mounted, enlarge images by rotating the zoom ring.

3

Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

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

) lights up.

4

Press the shutter button fully down.

5

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → [Single-shot AF] or [Automatic AF].1.

Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down.

2.

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Hint

When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the
shot or change the focus setting. In [Continuous AF] mode,

lights up and the beep indicating that the focus has been

achieved does not sound.

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

Note

When the subject is moving, you cannot lock the focus even if [Focus Mode] has been set to [Automatic AF].

Related Topic

List of mode dial function

Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

Playing back still images

Auto Review

Focus Mode

Focus Area

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The focus is locked.

If it is difficult to focus on the desired subject, set [Focus Area] to [Center] or [Flexible Spot].

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

3.

Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture.4.

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Focus Mode

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

Menu item details

(Single-shot AF):

The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.

(Automatic AF):
[Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are switched according to the movement of the subject. When the shutter button is
pressed halfway down, the product locks the focus when it determines that the subject is motionless, or continues to
focus when the subject is in motion. During continuous shooting, the product automatically shoots with Continuous AF
from the second shot.

(Continuous AF):
The product continues to focus while the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. Use this when the subject is
in motion. In [Continuous AF] mode, there is no beep when the camera focuses.

(DMF):
You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than
when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting.

(Manual Focus):
Adjusts the focus manually. If you cannot focus on the intended subject using auto focus, use manual focus.

Focus indicator

(lit):

The subject is in focus and the focus is locked.

(flashing):

The subject is not in focus.

(lit):

The subject is in focus. The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movements of the subject.

(lit):

Focusing is in progress.

Subjects on which it is difficult to focus using auto focus

Dark and distant subjects
Subjects with poor contrast
Subjects seen through glass
Fast-moving subjects
Reflective light or shiny surfaces
Flashing light
Back-lit subjects
Continuously repetitive patterns, such as the facades of buildings
Subjects in the focusing area with different focal distances

Hint

In [Continuous AF] mode, you can lock the focus by pressing and holding the button that has been assigned the [Focus Hold]
function.

When you set the focus to infinity in the manual focus mode or the direct manual focus mode, make sure that the focus is on a
sufficiently distant subject by checking the monitor or the viewfinder.

MENU →

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

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Note

[Automatic AF] is available only when you are using a lens that supports phase detection AF.

When [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF] is set, the angle of view may change little by little while focusing. This does not affect
the actual recorded images.

Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to

.

Related Topic

Direct manual focus (DMF)

Manual Focus

MF Assist (still image)

Phase detection AF

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Focus Area

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

Menu item details

Wide :

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

Zone :

Select a zone on the monitor on which to focus, and the product will automatically select a focus area.

Center :

Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. Use together with the focus-lock function to create the
composition you want.

Flexible Spot :

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

Expand Flexible Spot :

If the product cannot focus on a single selected point, it uses focus points around the flexible spot as a secondary priority
area for focusing.

Tracking:

When the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down, the product tracks the subject within the selected autofocus
area. This setting is available only when the focus mode is set to [Continuous AF]. Point the cursor at [Tracking] on the
[Focus Area] setting screen, and then select the desired area to start tracking using the left/right sides of the control
wheel. You can also move the tracking start area to the desired point by designating the area as a zone, flexible spot or
expand flexible spot.

Examples of the focusing frame display

The focusing frame differs as follows.

When focusing on a larger area

When focusing on a smaller area

MENU →

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

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When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger
area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation.
When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA1 or LA-EA3) (sold separately), the focusing frame
for “When focusing on a smaller area” may be displayed.

When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor

When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focusing
frame is shown by the dotted line. The AF operates with priority on and around the center area.

To move the focus area

When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], if pressing the button to which [Focus
Standard] is assigned, you can shoot while moving the focusing frame using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the
control wheel. To return the focusing frame to the center of the monitor, press the

button while moving the frame.
To change the shooting settings using the control wheel, press the button to which [Focus Standard] is assigned.
You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On],
and set [Func. of Touch Operation] to [Touch Focus] beforehand.

To track the subject temporarily (Tracking On)

You can temporarily change the setting for [Focus Area] to [Tracking] while you press and hold down the custom key to
which you have assigned [Tracking On] in advance. The [Focus Area] setting before you activated [Tracking On] will
switch to the equivalent [Tracking] setting.
For example:

Hint

In the default settings, [Focus Area] is assigned to the C3 button.

[Focus Area] before you activate [Tracking On] [Focus Area] while [Tracking On] is active

[Wide] [Tracking: Wide]

[Flexible Spot: S] [Tracking: Flexible Spot S]

[Expand Flexible Spot] [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot]

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Note

[Focus Area] is locked to [Wide] in the following situations:

[Intelligent Auto]
[Scene Selection]

The focus area may not light up during continuous shooting or when the shutter button is pressed all the way down at once.

When the mode dial is set to

(Movie) or or during movie shooting, [Tracking] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area].

When [Subject Detection] for [Face/Eye AF Set.] is set to [Animal], [Tracking] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area].

You cannot perform functions assigned to the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or the custom button 4 while moving
the focusing frame.

Related Topic

Touch Operation

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

Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image)

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Focus Area Limit

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

Hint

When you assign [Switch Focus Area] to a desired key by selecting MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or

[

Custom Key], the focus area changes every time you press the assigned key. By limiting the types of selectable focus areas
with [Focus Area Limit] in advance, you can more quickly select the focus area setting you want.
If you assign [Switch Focus Area] to a custom key, it is recommended that you limit the types of focus areas with [Focus Area
Limit].

Note

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

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

Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the

registered settings will change.

Related Topic

Focus Area

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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MENU →

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

want to use, and then select [OK].

The types of focus areas marked with

will be available as settings.

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Phase detection AF

When there are phase detection AF points within the auto focus area, the product uses the combined autofocus of the
phase detection AF and contrast AF.

Note

Phase detection AF is available only when an applicable lens is attached. If you use a lens that does not support phase detection
AF, you cannot use [Automatic AF], [

AF Tracking Sens.] or [ AF drive speed].
Also, even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens, the phase detection AF might not function unless you update the
lens. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility.

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Focus Standard

If you assign [Focus Standard] to the desired custom key, you can recall useful functions such as moving the focusing
frame quickly, etc., depending on the focus area settings.

When [Focus Area] is set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Zone], [Tracking: Flexible
Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot]:

Pressing the key moves the position of the focusing frame using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel.

When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide], [Center], [Tracking: Wide] or [Tracking: Center]:

The camera focuses on the center of the screen when you press the key.

Note

You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button].

Related Topic

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

Focus Area

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MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] → desired key, then assign the [Focus Standard]
function to the key.

To use the [Focus Standard] function while shooting movies, select MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [

Custom Key] → the desired button, and then assign [Focus Standard] to the key.

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Press the key to which [Focus Standard] is assigned.

What you can do by pressing the key varies depending on the setting for [Focus Area].

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

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

Menu item details

Off:

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

AF Point Only:

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

AF Point + AF Area:

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

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

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

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

Note

If the setting for [

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

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

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

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

When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Movie], or [S&Q Motion]
While the shutter button is pressed halfway down
During movie shooting
While using the digital zoom function
While the auto-focusing is activated
During continuous shooting
During the countdown for the self-timer
When [Focus Magnifier] is activated

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

MENU →

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

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

Related Topic

Focus Area

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AF/MF control

You can easily switch the focusing mode from auto to manual and vice versa while shooting without changing your
holding position.

During auto focus:
Temporarily switches the focusing mode to manual. Adjust the focus by turning the focus ring (A) while holding down the
AF/MF button.
During manual focus:
Temporarily switches the focusing mode to auto while the AF/MF button is held down.

Hint

If you select [AF/MF Ctrl Toggle] in [AF/MF Button] under [

Custom Key], the focusing mode remains switched even if you

remove your finger from the button.

Note

You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel.

Related Topic

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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Switch the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AF/MF position, then press the AF/MF button.

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AF w/ shutter (still image)

Selects whether to focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway down. Select [Off] to adjust the focus
and the exposure separately.

Menu item details

On:

The auto focus operates when you press the shutter button halfway down.

Off:

The auto focus does not operate even if you press the shutter button halfway down.

Useful method to micro-adjust the focus

When an A-mount lens is attached, activating the auto focus function with a button other than the shutter button lets you
focus more precisely in combination with manual focusing.

Related Topic

AF On

Eye-Start AF (still image)

Pre-AF (still image)

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MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ AF w/ shutter] → desired setting.

1

Set [

AF w/ shutter] to [Off].1.

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key] → assign the [AF On] and [Focus

Magnifier] functions to the desired keys.

2.

Set [

Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to avoid auto focusing when you look through the viewfinder.3.

Press the key to which the [AF On] function is assigned.4.
Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro­adjustments of the focus.

5.

Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image.6.

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AF On

You can focus without pressing the shutter button halfway down. The settings for [Focus Mode] will be applied.

Hint

Set [

AF w/ shutter] to [Off] when you do not want to perform auto focusing using the shutter button.

Set [

AF w/ shutter], [ Pre-AF], and [ Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the

position of the subject.

Related Topic

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

AF w/ shutter (still image)

Pre-AF (still image)

Eye-Start AF (still image)

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MENU→

(Camera Settings2)→[ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key] →desired key, then assign the

[AF On] function to the key.

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Press the key to which you have assigned the [AF On] function while auto-focus shooting.

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Face/Eye AF Set.

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

There are two ways to perform [Eye AF].

Focusing on the eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
Focusing on the eyes by pressing the custom key. For details on using the custom key to perform [Eye AF], refer to
the explanation below (▼).

Menu item details

Face/Eye Priority in AF :

Sets whether or not to detect faces or eyes inside the focusing area and focus on the eyes (Eye AF) when autofocus is
activated. ([On]/[Off])
(Note: The camera operations are different when using the custom key to execute [Eye AF].)

Subject Detection :

Selects the target to be detected.
[Human]: Detects human faces/eyes.
[Animal]: Detects animal eyes. Animal faces are not detected.

Right/Left Eye Select :

Specifies the eye to be detected when [Subject Detection] is set to [Human]. If [Right Eye] or [Left Eye] is selected, only
the selected eye is detected. When [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], [Right/Left Eye Select] cannot be used.
[Auto]: The camera detects eyes automatically.
[Right Eye]: The right eye of the subject (the eye on the left side from the photographer’s perspective) is detected.
[Left Eye]: The left eye of the subject (the eye on the right side from the photographer’s perspective) is detected.

Face/Eye Frame Display :

Sets whether or not to display the face/eye detection frame when a human face or eyes are detected. ([On]/[Off])

Animal Eye Display :

Sets whether or not to display the eye detection frame when the eye of an animal is detected. ([On]/[Off])

Face detection frame

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

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Eye detection frame

A white eye detection frame appears when an eye is detected and the camera determines that autofocusing is possible,
depending on the settings.
The eye detection frame is displayed as follows when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal].

[Eye AF] by custom key

The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key. The camera can focus on eyes as long as
you are pressing the key. This is useful when you want to temporarily apply the Eye AF function to the entire screen
regardless of the setting for [Focus Area]. The camera does not focus automatically if no faces or eyes are detected.
(Note: When you try to focus on eyes by pressing the shutter button halfway down, the camera only detects faces or
eyes inside the focus area designated with [Focus Area]. If the camera detects no faces or eyes, it performs normal
auto-focusing.)

[Switch Right/Left Eye] by custom key

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

Pressing the center of the control wheel

Stopping pressing the shutter button halfway down (only during still image shooting)
Stopping pressing the custom key to which [AF On] or [Eye AF] is assigned (only during still image shooting)
Pressing the MENU button

Hint

When [Right/Left Eye Select] is not set to [Auto], or you execute [Switch Right/Left Eye] using the custom key, the eye detection
frame appears. Even when [Right/Left Eye Select] is set to [Auto], if [Face/Eye Frame Display] is set to [On], the eye detection
frame will appear over detected eyes during movie shooting.

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

To detect animal eyes, arrange the composition so that both eyes and the nose of the animal are within the angle of view. Once
you focus on the animal’s face, the animal’s eyes will be detected more easily.

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key] → desired key, then assign the [Eye

AF] function to the key.

1.

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Face/Eye AF Set.] → [Subject Detection] → desired setting.2.

Point the camera at the face of a human or animal, and press the key to which you have assigned the [Eye AF]
function.
To shoot a still image, press the shutter button while pressing the key.

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Note

When [Subject Detection] is set to [Human], the eyes of animals are not detected. When [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal],
human faces are not detected.

When [Scene Selection] is set to [Portrait], [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is locked to [On], and [Subject Detection] is locked to
[Human].

When [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the following functions cannot be used.

Tracking function
Face Priority in Multi Metering
Regist. Faces Priority

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

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

If the subject is moving too much, the detection frame may not be displayed correctly over their eyes.

Depending on the circumstances, the eyes cannot be focused.

When the camera cannot focus on human eyes, it will detect and focus on the face instead. The camera cannot focus on eyes
when no human faces are detected.

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

When recording movies with [Subject Detection] set to [Animal], you cannot use the eye detection function.

The eye detection frame is not displayed when the Eye AF function is unavailable.

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

Zoom functions other than the optical zoom.
[Posterization] under [Picture Effect]
Focus Magnifier
When [Scene Selection] is set to [Landscape], [Night Scene], or [Sunset]
Movie shooting with [

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

When [

Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting.

When [

File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], [ Record Setting] is set to [30p 100M]/[25p 100M] or [30p 60M]/[25p 60M],

and [

4K Output Select] is set to [Memory Card+HDMI]

Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected.

Even if [Face/Eye Frame Display] or [Animal Eye Display] is set to [Off], a green focusing frame will be displayed over faces or
eyes that are in focus.

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

Even when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected.

Related Topic

Focus Mode

Focus Area

AF Area Auto Clear

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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AF in Focus Mag. (still image)

You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While
the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot.

Hint

Use of a tripod is recommended to accurately identify the location you want to magnify.

You can check the auto-focusing result by magnifying the displayed image. If you want to readjust the focus position, adjust the
focus area on the magnified screen and then press the shutter button halfway down.

Note

If you enlarge an area at the edge of the screen, the camera may not be able to focus.

The exposure and white balance cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is being magnified.

[

AF in Focus Mag.] is unavailable in the following situations:

During movie shooting
When [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF].
When [Focus Mode] is set to [Automatic AF] and the shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M.
When [Focus Mode] is set to [Automatic AF] and [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting].
When using a Mount Adaptor (sold separately).

While the displayed image is being magnified, the following functions are unavailable:

[Eye AF]
[

Eye-Start AF]

[

Pre-AF]

[Face/Eye Priority in AF]

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MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ AF in Focus Mag.] → [On].

1

MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].

2

Magnify the image by pressing the center of the control wheel, and then adjust the position using
top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel.

The magnification scale changes each time you press the center.

3

Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

The focus will be achieved at point of

in the center of the screen.

4

Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot.

The camera exits the magnified display after shooting.

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Tracking subject (Tracking function)

This camera has the function of tracking which tracks the subject, and keeps marking it with the focusing frame.
You can set the start position to track by selecting from focusing areas, or by specifying by touch operation. The required
function varies depending on the setting method.

For the examples of usage, etc. of tracking function, refer to the following URL.
For still image shooting:

https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-6600/still_tracking.php

For movie shooting:

https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/support/tutorial/ilc/l/ilce-6600/movie_tracking.php

You can refer to the related functions under “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.

Setting the start position to track by focusing area ([Tracking] under [Focus Area])

The selected focusing frame is set as the start position to track, and the tracking starts by pressing the shutter button
halfway down.

This function is available in still image shooting mode.
This function is available when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF].

Setting the start position to track by touch operation ([Touch Tracking] under [Func. of Touch
Operation])

You can set the subject to track by touching it on the monitor.

This function is available in still image shooting mode and movie shooting mode.
This function is available when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF], [Automatic AF], [Continuous AF], or [DMF].

Changing the setting for [Focus Area] to [Tracking] temporarily ([Tracking On] under [

Custom

Key])

Even [Focus Area] is set to other than [Tracking], you can temporarily change the setting for [Focus Area] to [Tracking]
while pressing and holding the key to which you have assigned [Tracking On] function.

Assign the [Tracking On] function to a desired key using [

Custom Key] in advance.
This function is available in still image shooting mode.
This function is available when [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF].

Related Topic

Focus Mode

Focus Area

Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking

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Focus Hold

Locks the focus while the key to which the Focus Hold function has been assigned is pressed.

Related Topic

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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MENU→

(Camera Settings2)→[ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key] →assign the [Focus Hold]

function to the key of your choice.

1

Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned.

2

Press the shutter button while holding down the key.

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Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image)

You can move the focusing frame to a preassigned position temporarily using a custom key. This function is useful when
shooting scenes in which the subject’s movements are predictable; for example, sports scenes. With this function, you
can switch the focus area quickly according to the situation.

How to register focus area

How to call up the registered focus area

Hint

When a focusing frame is registered using [

AF Area Registration], the registered focusing frame flashes on the monitor.

If you assign [Regist AF Area tggle] to a custom key, you can use the registered focusing frame without holding down the key.

If [Reg. AF Area+AF On] is assigned to a custom key, auto focusing using the registered focusing frame is performed when the
key is pressed.

Note

A focus area cannot be registered in the following situations:

The mode dial is set to either

(Movie) or
While [Touch Focus] is being performed
While using the digital zoom function
While [Touch Tracking] is being performed
While focusing
While performing focus lock

You cannot assign [Regist. AF Area hold] to [Left Button], [Right Button], or [Down Button].

You cannot call up the registered focus area in the following situations:

The mode dial is set to either

(Auto Mode), (Movie) or

When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Dial / Wheel Lock] setting is locked to [Unlock].

Related Topic

Focus Area

Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key)

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MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ AF Area Registration] → [On].1.

Set the focus area to the desired position and then hold down the Fn (Function) button.2.

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] → desired key, then select [Regist. AF Area hold].1.

Set the camera to the shooting mode, hold down the key to which [Regist. AF Area hold] has been assigned and
then press the shutter button to shoot images.

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Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area)

Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [

AF Area Registration].

Related Topic

Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image)

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MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area].

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Pre-AF (still image)

The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. During focusing operations,
the screen may shake.

Menu item details

On:

Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.

Off:

Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.

Note

[

Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted.

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MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting.

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Eye-Start AF (still image)

Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder.

Menu item details

On:

Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder.
Off:
Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder.

Hint

[

Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA2, LA-EA4) (sold separately) are attached.

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MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [ Eye-Start AF] → desired setting.

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Priority Set in AF-S

Sets whether to release the shutter even if the subject is not in focus when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF],
[DMF] or [Automatic AF] and the subject is remaining still.

Menu item details

AF:

Prioritizes focusing. The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus.

Release:

Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus.

Balanced Emphasis:

Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release.

Related Topic

Focus Mode

Priority Set in AF-C

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MENU →

(Camera Settings1) → [Priority Set in AF-S] → desired setting.

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