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This User Guide explains how to use each function of the camera, how to change settings, and how to troubleshoot a problem.

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Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > Names of parts

Names of parts

Shutter button

Mode dial

For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever

For viewing: Index/Playback zoom lever

Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator

Power/Charge lamp

ON/OFF (Power) button

Flash

Do not cover the flash with your fingers.

When using the flash, the flash pops up automatically.

Microphone

Hook for strap

Control Ring

Lens

Speaker

Light sensor

LCD screen

Fn (Function) button

MOVIE (Movie) button

Micro USB connector

MENU button

Control wheel

(Playback) button

/ (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button

Battery insertion slot

Battery eject lever

Tripod socket hole

Access lamp

Memory card slot

HDMI micro jack

Battery/Memory card cover

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List of icons displayed on the screen

List of shooting mode icons

List of viewing mode icons

Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate camera status.

You can change the screen display using on the control wheel.

List of shooting mode icons

Image quality of still images

Frame rate of movies

Recording mode of movies

File Format

Protect

Print order (DPOF)

Battery charge remaining

Low battery warning

Overheating warning

Database file full/Database file error

Auto Port. Framing image

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Using the wrist strap

Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.

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Using the control wheel

Moving the selection frame on the MENU screen, etc.

Selecting an image to be played back

The following functions are located on the up/down/right/left side of the control wheel: (Display Contents), (Flash Mode), / (Exposure Comp./Photo Creativity), / (Drive Mode). You can also assign the desired function to the right/left button or on the control wheel.

Press the control wheel toward each icon to enter the setup screen for each function.

Turn the control wheel or press the up/down/right/left side of the wheel following the screen to move the selection frame.

Press in the center of the control wheel to set the selected item.

Moving the selection frame on the MENU screen, etc.

Turn the control wheel or press the up/down/right/left side of the wheel to move the selection frame. In some modes, you can also move the selection frame by turning the control wheel.

Selecting an image to be played back

Press the right or left side of the control wheel, or turn the wheel to play back the next/previous image.

Related Topic

Func. of Center Button

Func. of Left Button

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Shooting still images

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

2. Hold the camera steady as illustrated.

Do not cover the flash with your fingers.

3.Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( or ) lights.

Focus indicator

lights: Image is in the focus.

lights: Image is in the focus. The focused position will change to suit the motion of the subject.

lights: The camera is in the progress of focusing. flashes: The focusing is failed.

The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W), 55 cm (1.8 ft) (T) (from the lens).

4. Press the shutter button fully down.

Do not cover part (A), shown in the illustration.

When using the flash, the flash (B) pops up automatically.

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

When the camera cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. [Details]

Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant.

The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. The subject is seen through glass.

The subject is moving quickly.

There is reflective light or shiny surfaces.

The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light.

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Viewing still images

Image Size

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Zoom (Still images)

Available zoom

Zoom scale

Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera???s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 3.6??.

Optical zoom allows you to enlarge an image without deteriorating its original quality.

1.Set the camera to shooting mode.

2.Turn the W/T (zoom) lever.

Turn the lever to the T side to zoom in, or to the W side to zoom out.

Notes

Zoom is locked to the W side in [Sweep Shooting] mode.

Available zoom

The camera achieves a high magnification zoom scale by combining zoom methods. The icon and zoom bar on the screen change in accordance with the zoom you use.

Optical zoom range A: Optical zoom

The camera???s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 3.6??.

Zoom range other than optical zoom B: Zoom with the original image quality

When [Image Size] is set to other than [L], you can shoot still images with no deterioration in the original image quality, even if the optical zoom scale exceeds 3.6?? magnification, by trimming image processing.

C: () [Clear Image Zoom]

Zoom with close to the original image quality [Details]

D: () [Digital Zoom]

Less than the original image quality [Details]

Zoom scale

The supported zoom scales are different depending on the settings or the image size. The table below summarizes the zoom scales when [Clear Image Zoom] and [Digital Zoom] are set to [On], and [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2].

*1 The maximum zoom scale is the total zoom magnification that can be achieved when zoom scale without deterioration (including 3.6?? optical zoom), [Clear Image Zoom] and [Digital Zoom] are used in combination. The maximum zoom scale varies depending on the settings.

*2 When [Image Size] is set to [VGA], [Digital Zoom] is limited; the maximum zoom scale is 54??.

Notes

The default setting for [Clear Image Zoom] is [Off]. [Details]

The default setting for [Digital Zoom] is [Off]. Set [Digital Zoom] to [On] to enlarge images even with deterioration. [Details]

The default setting for [Image Size] is [L]. To change the zoom scale, change [Image Size]. [Details] Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations:

When the Smile Shutter function is activated When [Drive Mode] is set to [Self-portrait]

When [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]

The Face Detection function does not operate when you use other than the optical zoom.

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Shooting movies

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

To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the mode dial to (Movie).

2. Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording.

3. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

MOVIE (Movie) button

You can start recording a movie by pressing the MOVIE button, regardless of the position of the mode dial.

Notes

If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the sound of the camera operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded when you press the MOVIE button to stop recording.

Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes at one time at the camera???s default settings and when the temperature is approximately 25??C (77??F). When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature.

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Zoom (Movies)

Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera???s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 3.6??.

Optical zoom allows you to enlarge an image without deteriorating its original quality.

1.Set the camera to shooting mode.

2.Turn the W/T (zoom) lever.

Turn the lever to the T side to zoom in, or to the W side to zoom out.

Available zoom

When zooming, you can exceed the 3.6?? optical zoom. During movie shooting, the digital zoom always operates when the zoom scale exceeds 3.6??, even if [Digital Zoom] is set to [Off]. The camera can enlarge images up to 14??.

Optical zoom range

Optical zoom: The camera???s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 3.6??.

Zoom range other than optical zoom

[Digital Zoom]: Less than original image quality [Details]

Notes

[Clear Image Zoom] is not available while recording movies. The camera zooms slowly while recording movies.

3. Press the MOVIE button to stop recording the movie.

Notes

When [Record Setting] is set to [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], you cannot use the Dual Rec. The sound of the shutter button operating may be recorded.

Flash is not available for shooting still images during movie recording.

The size of still image that can be shot while recording a movie varies depending on the movie recording setting. For details, see ???Image Size(Dual Rec).??? [Details]

When shooting using Smile Shutter, the shutter releases automatically each time the camera detects a smiling face.

When the mode dial is set to (Movie) and you are not recording a movie, you cannot use Smile Shutter.

When Dual Rec recording is unavailable, the (still image recording unavailable) indicator appears on the screen.

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Intelligent Auto

Superior Auto

Program Auto

Aperture Priority

Shutter Priority

Manual Exposure

Memory recall

Movie

Sweep Shooting

Scene Selection

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Intelligent Auto

Scene Recognition

Features of Auto shooting modes

Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted automatically.

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

2.Shoot with the shutter button.

Scene Recognition

Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode. This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.

In Scene Recognition, the position of an icon displayed on the screen differs depending on whether the camera recognizes a scene or condition. If the camera recognizes a scene, icons and guides such as

(Portrait), (Baby), (Night Portrait), (Night Scene), (Backlight Portrait), (Backlight), (Landscape), (Macro), (Spotlight) or (Low Brightness) are displayed on the first line. If the

camera recognizes a condition, icons such as (Tripod), (Move) or (Walk) are displayed on the second line. The camera may recognize both a scene and condition, or just one.

Notes

Scene Recognition function does not operate when you use zoom functions other than the optical zoom.

These scenes may not be recognized depending on the situation.

If the environment causes vibrations to be transferred to the camera even when the camera is fixed to a tripod, (Tripod) condition may not be recognized.

Sometimes a slow shutter results when (Tripod) and (Night Scene) condition are recognized at the same time. Keep the camera still during shooting.

Features of Auto shooting modes

In [Superior Auto] mode, the camera shoots a higher-quality image than in [Intelligent Auto] mode. The camera also shoots multiple images based on the recognized scene, then creates a composite of the multiple images (Overlay shooting).

[Program Auto] mode allows you to change various shooting settings, such as the white balance or ISO settings.

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Superior Auto

The camera combines Scene Recognition and high-quality image technology to automatically shoot images with the optimal settings.

For details on the Scene Recognition function, see ???Scene Recognition.??? [Details]

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

2.Shoot with the shutter button.

The camera shoots burst images when needed and overlays the multiple images. By overlaying the images, the camera records an image with less subject blur and noise.

What is the difference between [Superior Auto] mode and [Intelligent Auto] mode?

In [Superior Auto] mode, the camera shoots burst images based on the recognized scene, then creates a composite of the burst images (Overlay shooting).

The camera automatically corrects the backlight and reduces the noise by overlaying images, so a higher-quality image results than in [Intelligent Auto] mode.

: Scene Recognition

Night Scene

Night Portrait

Backlight

Backlight Portrait

Landscape

Macro

Portrait

Baby

Spotlight

Low Brightness

Tripod

Move

: Overlaying processing

Hand-held Twilight

Anti Motion Blur

Backlight Correction HDR

The camera automatically selects an overlaying mode based on the recognized scene, and (overlay) appears on the screen.

Notes

When the camera overlays the images, it takes more time to record an image.

In low light conditions such as night scenes, set [Flash Mode] to [Flash Off] to achieve the optimal effect of the overlaid images.

When [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the camera does not overlay the images.

Related Topic

Functions not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Program Auto

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

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

2.Shoot with the shutter button.

Program shift

You can change the aperture (F value) and shutter speed combination while keeping the exposure fixed when flash is set to [Flash Off].

1.Turn the control wheel.

?????? on the screen changes to ?????? and the shooting mode changes to program shift.

2.Turn the control wheel to select the aperture (F value) and shutter speed combination.

3.Shoot with the shutter button.

To cancel program shift, turn the control wheel to return the indication to ??????.

Notes

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

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

When [Flash Mode] setting is changed, program shift is canceled.

Related Topic

Functions not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Aperture Priority

Allows you to adjust the focus range or degree of background defocus.

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

2.Turn the control wheel to select the aperture (F value).

You can select an aperture (F value) from F1.8 to F11. (When you turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side, the minimum aperture (F value) will increase.)

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/2000 seconds to 8 seconds. 3. Shoot with the shutter button.

About aperture priority

The lower the aperture (F value), the wider the hole that lets light pass through. The depth of focus decreases, and everything except objects within a narrow range of distance will be out of focus. This is good for portraits, etc.

The higher the aperture (F value), the smaller the hole that lets light pass through. Both objects relatively close and far away from the lens will appear sharp. This is good for landscapes, etc.

Notes

If the proper exposure is not obtained after making the settings, the setting value indicators on the screen flash. You can shoot in this condition, but we recommend that you adjust the flashing values again.

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Shutter Priority

You can shoot still images after adjusting the shutter speed manually.

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

2.Turn the control wheel to select the shutter speed value.

You can select a shutter speed from 1/2000 seconds to 30 seconds. 3. Shoot with the shutter button.

About shutter speed

When you set the shutter speed faster, moving objects such as running people, cars or splashing water, etc., appear stopped.

When you set the shutter speed slower, the traces of moving objects such as a river current etc., appear. You can shoot more natural live action images.

Notes

When the shutter speed is fast, the amount of flash light may be insufficient even if you fire the flash.

Shutter speed of 0.4 seconds or longer is indicated by [??], for example, 0.4??.

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Manual Exposure

BULB

You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture value.

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

2.Press on the control wheel to select the shutter speed or aperture (F value).

Each time you press the center of the control wheel, the item to be set will change. 3. Turn the control wheel to select a value.

Control wheel Feature

Moving items

Shutter speed or aperture (F value) settings

Select a shutter speed from 1/2000 seconds to 30 seconds. You can also shoot in [BULB] mode. When zoom is set fully to W, you can select an aperture of F1.8 or F11.

When zoom is set fully to T, you can select an aperture of F4.9 or F11. 4. Press the shutter button to shoot the image.

Setting the shutter speed and aperture (F value)

The difference between the value you set and the proper exposure judged by the camera appears as a metered manual (MM) value on the screen.

A: Shutter speed value

B: Aperture value

C: Metered manual (MM)

If you set the exposure value toward +, the images become brighter; toward ???, the images become darker. ???0??? indicates the appropriate exposure as analyzed by the camera.

Shutter speed of 0.4 seconds or longer is indicated by [???], for example, 0.4???.

When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of vibration.

If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data.

Notes

[ISO AUTO] cannot be selected for [ISO] in [Manual Exposure] mode.

If proper exposure is not obtained by your settings, the setting value indicators on the screen will flash. You can shoot in this condition, but exposure readjustment is recommended.

BULB

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

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

2.Press on the control wheel to select shutter speed.

3.Turn the control wheel counterclockwise until [BULB] is indicated.

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

5.Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting. As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open.

Notes

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

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

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

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

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

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Functions not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Memory recall

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

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

2.Press / on the control wheel or turn the control wheel to select the desired number

If you want to select another number, press the MENU button and select the desired number.

Notes

If you set (Memory recall) after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting.

Related Topic

Memory

Memory recall

Functions not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Movie

You can set the shutter speed and aperture value to your desired settings while recording movies.

1.Set the mode dial to (Movie).

2.Select the desired mode on the control wheel.

When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [Off], the mode selection screen does not appear.

If you want to select another mode, press the MENU button and select the desired mode.

Related Topic

Functions not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Sweep Shooting

Allows you to create a panoramic image from composite images.

1.Set the mode dial to (Sweep Shooting).

2.Align the camera with the end of the subject to be shot and press the shutter button fully.

A: This part will not be recorded.

3.Pan the camera to the end of the guide (B), following the indicator on the screen.

Tips for shooting a panoramic image

Pan the camera in an arc at a constant velocity in the direction indicated on the screen. Subjects at rest are more suited for panoramic shots than moving subjects.

Radius as short as possible.

Vertical direction

Horizontal direction

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

If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the image composition may fail. In such a case, adjust the frame composition so that the section is in the center of the image, then shoot again.

Notes

If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the camera faster to record a full panoramic image. Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.

When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the AE/AF locked angle are very different in brightness, color and focus, the shooting will not be successful. If this happens, change the AE/AF locked angle and shoot again.

You cannot create panoramic images in the following situations: You pan the camera too quickly or too slowly.

There is too much camera shake.

Related Topic

Scrolling panoramic images for display

Panorama: Size

Panorama: Direction

Functions not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Scene Selection

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

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

2.Select the desired mode on the control wheel.

When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [Off], the mode selection screen does not appear. If you want to select another [Scene Selection] mode, select from MENU.

Allows you to blur backgrounds and sharpen the subject. Expresses skin tones softly.

(Portrait)

Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash to reduce subject blur.

(Anti

Motion Blur)

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

(Sports

Action)

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

(Pet)

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

(Gourmet)

Allows you to shoot a flower or other small item from close up.

(Macro)

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

(Landscape)

Allows you to shoot the reds of the sunset or sunrise beautifully.

(Sunset)

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

(Night

Scene)

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

(Hand- held Twilight)

Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with a night view in the background.

(Night

Portrait)

Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor.

(Fireworks)

Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur.

(High

Sensitivity)

Notes

When you shoot images using (Night Scene), (Night Portrait) or (Fireworks) modes, the shutter speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended.

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Functions not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Functions not available in some REC modes

Functions available in REC modes

Functions available in [Scene Selection]

In the table below, a check mark indicates a function that can be changed, while ??? indicates function that cannot be changed. The icons below [Flash Mode] and [Drive Mode] indicate the available modes.

When the shooting modes below are registered and recalled in (Memory recall), the conditions for whether settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the table below.

Functions available in REC modes

* Exposure value can be set from ???2.0EV to +2.0EV.

Functions available in [Scene Selection]

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Tracking focus

The camera tracks the subject and adjusts the focus automatically even when the subject is moving.

1.Press on the control wheel. The target frame appears.

2.Place the target frame over the subject you want to focus on, and press . Tracking begins.

3.Press the shutter button to shoot the image.

4.To cancel tracking focus before shooting, press again.

Tracking a face

If you use the tracking focus function while the Face Detection function is activated, you can select a face to be given priority and register that face with the camera. Even if the registered face disappears from the screen, when it shows up on the screen again, the camera focuses on the registered face.

When a specified face is registered in the camera???s memory and you use the Smile Shutter function, the camera searches only for that face???s smile.

When tracking a face, the subject???s body will be tracked when the subject???s face does not appear on the screen. You can set whether to give priority to a tracked face using [Face Priority Tracking]. [Details]

Notes

Tracking focus is not available in the following situations: When using zoom functions other than optical zoom When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]

When [Autofocus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot]

Tracking focus will automatically be canceled when the subject disappears from the screen or has failed to be tracked. However, if the target of the tracking focus is a specified face, the camera keeps tracking on that face even if the face disappears from the screen.

Related Topic

Smile/Face Detect.

Face Priority Tracking

Functions not available in some REC modes

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DISP (Display Contents)

Displaying histogram

1.Press (Display Contents) on the control wheel, then select a desired mode.

Selectable modes can be set using MENU 1 [DISP Button(Monitor)].

In shooting mode

Shows basic shooting information.

Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value.

Graphic

Display

Shows recording information.

Display

All Info.

Does not show recording information.

No Disp.

Info.

Displays an indicator guide showing the angle of inclination of the camera to the left or right side. When the camera is held on a level, this indicator guide appears green.

Level

Displays the luminance distribution graphically (histogram). This mode can be set by selecting MENU 1 [DISP Button(Monitor)] [Histogram].

Histogram

In playback mode

Shows recording information.

Display Info.

Displays the histogram and recording information.

Histogram

Does not show recording information.

No Disp. Info.

Graphic display

The graphic display shows the shutter speed and the aperture value graphically in the picture, so that you can easily understand the exposure system. The shutter speed indicator bar and the aperture value indicator bar show the current values.

A: Shutter speed

B: Aperture value

Displaying histogram

A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side (A), and a dark image when skewed to the left side (B).

1.Select MENU 1 [DISP Button(Monitor)].

2.Check [Histogram], then press MENU button.

3.Press (Display Contents) repeatedly in shooting mode to display histogram.

Notes

The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure. The histogram does not appear when:

Recording/playing back movies

Shooting in [Sweep Shooting] mode or viewing panoramic images

A large difference in the histogram displayed during shooting and playback may occur when: The flash strobes.

The shutter speed is slow or fast.

The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras.

Related Topic

DISP Button(Monitor)

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Flash Mode

You can also change [Flash Mode] using MENU.

1.Press (Flash Mode) on the control wheel.

2.Select the desired mode with the control wheel.

When ???White circular spots??? appear in flash photos

These spots are caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by the camera???s flash, they appear as white circular spots.

How can the ???White circular spots??? be reduced?

Light the room and shoot the subject without flash.

Select (Anti Motion Blur) or (High Sensitivity) mode in [Scene Selection]. ([Flash Off] is automatically selected.)

Notes

The flash strobes twice. The first flash adjusts the light quantity.

While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up. When using the flash, the flash pops up automatically. Do not cover the flash with your fingers. You cannot use the flash when [Drive Mode] is set to [Self-timer(Cont)] or [Bracket: Cont.].

When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W, the shadow of the lens may appear on the screen, depending on the shooting conditions. If this happens, shoot away from the subject or set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again.

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Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Exposure Comp.

Exposure Comp.

You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of ???3.0 EV to +3.0 EV.

1.Press the / (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel.

2.Select the desired value using the control wheel.

Adjusting the exposure for better looking images

A: Overexposure (too much light)

B: Correct exposure

C: Underexposure (too little light)

When the image shot is overexposed, adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the minus side. When the image shot is underexposed, adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side.

Notes

If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.

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Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Photo Creativity

Photo Creativity

[Photo Creativity] is a mode that allows you to operate the camera intuitively, using unusual screen display.

When the shooting mode is set to (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior Auto), you can change the settings easily and shoot images.

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

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

3.Select the desired item with the control wheel.

4. Change the settings with the control wheel.

You can combine some settings by repeating steps 3 and 4.

To reset the changed settings to the default settings, press the / (In-Camera Guide) button. (Bkground Defocus), (Brightness), (Color) and (Vividness) are set to [AUTO], and

(Picture Effect) is set to .

5.When shooting still images: Shoot with the shutter button.

When recording movies: Press the MOVIE button to start recording.

Notes

When you record movies in [Photo Creativity] mode, you can only select [Bkground Defocus] while recording.

If you switch the camera mode to [Intelligent Auto] mode, [Superior Auto] mode or turn off the camera, the settings you changed revert to the default settings.

When you set [Photo Creativity] in [Superior Auto] mode, overlaying images are disabled.

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Drive Mode

Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer

You can set a drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. You can select the [Drive Mode] also from MENU.

1.Press / (Drive Mode) on the control wheel.

2.Select the desired mode with the control wheel.

Select detailed settings using / if the selected mode has such options.

Tips for preventing blur

If your hands or body move while holding the camera and pressing the shutter button, ???Camera shake??? occurs.

Camera shake occurs frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed conditions, such as those encountered in (Night Portrait) or (Night Scene) mode.

To reduce camera shake, set the self-timer to a 2-second delay and brace your arms against your

sides after pressing the shutter button.

Notes

When [Drive Mode] is set to [Self-timer(Cont)] or [Bracket: Cont.], [Flash Mode] is set to [Flash Off]. When the battery level is low, or a memory card is full, the burst stops.

Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer

Point the lens at yourself so that the selected number of faces is reflected in the screen. The shutter operates automatically. Do not move your camera after the beep sounds.

You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation.

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Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Using the Fn (Function) button

Using the Fn (Function) button

Up to seven frequently-used functions can be registered on the Fn (Function) button. You can recall the functions when shooting images.

1. Press the Fn (Function) button in shooting mode.

2. Select a function to be registered using the Fn (Function) button or / on the control wheel.

3. Set the desired mode or value by turning the control wheel or the Control Ring.

To customize functions that are recalled when pressing the Fn (Function) button, see ???Function Button.??? [Details]

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Using the Control Ring

You can assign frequently-used functions to the Control Ring and use those functions instantly while shooting.

A: Control Ring

For details on how to assign the functions, see ???Control Ring.??? [Details]

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Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Viewing still images

Viewing still images

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

2.Select an image with the control wheel.

Viewing images taken with a different camera

This camera creates an Image Database File on a memory card for recording and playing images. Images not registered in the Image Database File may not be displayed correctly.

to play them back on this camera.

Use a sufficiently charged battery to register images. If a battery with a low charge is used to register images, it may not be possible to register all of the data or the data may be corrupted if the battery charge runs out.

Rotating an image

You can rotate an image by pressing the Fn (Function) button while the still image is displayed.

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The frame in the lower left of the image shows which part of the total image is being displayed.

4. Change the zoom scale with the W/T (zoom) lever.

Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in, W side to zoom out. Press on the control wheel to cancel playback zoom.

Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Image Index

Image Index

Displays multiple images at the same time.

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

2.Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to display the image index screen. Turn the lever again to display an index screen with more images.

3.To return to the single-image screen, select an image with the control wheel, then press .

Displaying images of the desired folder

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Top page > Viewing > Deleting images > Deleting images

Deleting images

You can delete the currently displayed image.

You can also delete images from the MENU button. [Details]

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

2./ (Delete) button [Delete] on the control wheel

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Viewing movies

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

2.MENU 1 [Still/Movie Select] [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View].

To return to still image playback mode, select [Folder View(Still)].

3.Select a movie with the control wheel.

4.Press .

Movie playback starts. When a movie file is played back to the end, the camera automatically starts playing back the next movie file.

On the movie viewing screen

The Playback bar appears, you can check a playback position of a movie. When a movie file is played back to the end, the camera automatically starts playing back the next movie file.

//// appears on the movie viewing screen.

The icon displayed may vary depending on the record settings.

Turn the control wheel counterclockwise during pause. Rewind slow playback Movies are played back in frame advance.

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Image Size

[Image Size] determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image.

The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded.

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Quality

Quality

Selects the image quality for still images.

RAW images

You need the ???Image Data Converter??? software in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera. With this software, a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format, such as JPEG or TIFF, and its white balance, color saturation, contrast, etc., can be readjusted.

Notes

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

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

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Drive Mode

You can set a drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. [Drive Mode] can be set using the / (Drive Mode) button.

1. MENU 2 [Drive Mode] desired mode

Press / on the control wheel to select the desired setting when selecting a mode with its own setting values.

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Flash Mode

Flash Mode

[Flash Mode] can be set using the (Flash Mode) button. 1. MENU 2 [Flash Mode] desired mode

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Focus Mode

Focus Mode

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

AF stands for ???Auto Focus,??? a function that adjusts the focus automatically.

Using [DMF]/[Manual Focus]

1.MENU 2 [Focus Mode] [DMF] or [Manual Focus]

2.Adjust the focus by turning the Control Ring.

Use the peaking function, [Focus Magnifier] or [MF Assist] to adjust focus more easily. When [Focus Mode] is set to [DMF], auto focus activates when you press the shutter button halfway down.

Focusing using the [DMF] setting

Using [DMF] allows you to use a combination of manual and automatic focus adjustment as follows. After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustments manually.

Effective when you want to focus narrowly. Hold down the shutter button halfway, then turn the Control Ring.

Adjust the focus manually in advance, then use automatic focus.

Effective for focusing on subjects that are toward the back of a scene because those subjects tend to be out of focus when using the automatic focus adjustment.

Notes

If the focus distance is set very close, the image may show dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc.

Once you change the focus method, the distance of the focus you set up is cleared.

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Peaking Level

Func. of Center Button

MF Assist

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Autofocus Area

Using Flexible Spot

You can change the focusing area. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus

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

(Flexible

Spot)

Notes

When you use the following functions, the AF range finder frame is disabled and appears in a dotted line. In this case, the camera works to focus on the subjects at the center of the screen.

Zoom functions other than optical zoom [AF Illuminator]

If the tracking focus is activated, the camera focuses with priority on the subject to be tracked.

Using Flexible Spot

[Flexible Spot] is useful when you shoot a subject that is not in the center of the frame. You can shoot the subject without changing the composition.

A:AF range finder frame (yellow: adjustable/gray: fixed)

1.Use the control wheel to adjust the position of the AF range finder frame where you want to focus,

then press .

To reset the setting, press again.

Notes

Once you change the focusing area, the AF range finder frame you set up is cleared.

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Smile/Face Detect.

Smile/Face Detect.

Using Smile Shutter

When the Face Detection function is used, the camera detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts [Autofocus Area], [Flash Mode], [Exposure Comp.], [White Balance] and [Red Eye Reduction] settings automatically. When using [Smile Shutter], the camera detects smiles and releases the shutter automatically.

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

1. MENU 2 [Smile/Face Detect.] desired mode

Notes

[Off] is not available when [Drive Mode] is set to [Self-portrait].

The Face Detection function does not work when you use zoom functions other than optical zoom. Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected.

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1.MENU 2 [Smile/Face Detect.] [Smile Shutter]

2.Press / on the control wheel to select a desired smile detection sensitivity.

You can select the sensitivity to detect a smile from the following three levels; (On: Slight Smile), (On: Normal Smile) or (On: Big Smile).

3.Wait for a smile to be detected.

When a face is detected and the smile level exceeds the point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically.

If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter shooting, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode.

Tips for better capturing of smiles

Do not cover the eyes with bangs. Do not obscure the face by a hat, mask, sunglasses, etc.

Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed.

Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to be detected when the teeth are showing.

The shutter operates when the smile of any person is detected.

You can select or register a priority subject for face detection. When the selected face is registered in the camera memory, Smile Detection is performed only for that face.

If a smile is not detected, set the smile detection sensitivity to [On: Slight Smile].

Notes

Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Auto Port. Framing

Auto Port. Framing

When the camera detects and shoots a face, the captured image is automatically trimmed into its optimal composition. Both the original and trimmed images are recorded. The trimmed image is recorded in the same size as the original image.

1.MENU 2 [Auto Port. Framing] desired mode

The icon on the screen turns green when the camera decides that an image being captured can be trimmed.

After shooting, the trimmed area is indicated by a frame on the auto review screen.

(Off)

Sets whether or not to use [Auto Port. Framing].

(Auto)

Notes

The image may not be trimmed into its optimal composition depending on the shooting conditions.

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ISO

1. MENU 3 [ISO] desired mode

In case you select [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.] or [ISO AUTO], press on the control wheel to display the setting screen, then select a desired value.

You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or 80/100/125/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400 with moving subjects by increasing the ISO sensitivity

(select a larger number).

Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity.

High ISO sensitivity

Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing shutter speed to reduce blur. However, the image tends to be noisy.

Low ISO sensitivity

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Records a smoother image.

However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may be darker.

Notes

You cannot select [ISO AUTO] when the camera is set to [Manual Exposure]. [ISO 125] is the default setting.

When [ISO] is set to a value lower than ISO 125, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease.

For movies, the value between ISO 125 to ISO 3200 is available.

When [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.], the camera overlays the images. It takes more time to record an image, and the flash does not operate.

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White Balance

To capture a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode

Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural.

In [White Balance] modes other than [C.Temp./Filter], you can fine tune the color tone as you like. Press on the control wheel to display the adjustment screen, then adjust the tone using

Effects of lighting conditions

The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.

The color tones are adjusted automatically, but you can adjust color tones manually using the White

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Balance function.

Daylight (White as Standard)

Cloudy (Bluish)

Fluorescent (Green-tinged)

Incandescent (Reddish)

To capture a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode

1.MENU 3 [White Balance] [Custom Setup]

2.Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center, and then press the shutter button down.

The shutter clicks and the calibrated values (Color Temperature and Color filter) are displayed.

3.Press on the control wheel.

The monitor returns to the recording information display while retaining the memorized custom white balance setting.

The custom white balance setting registered using this operation is effective until a new setting is registered.

Notes

The message ???Custom WB Error??? indicates that the value is beyond the expected range. (For example, when the flash is used on a subject in close proximity or when a brightly colored subject is

in the frame.) If you register this value, the indicator turns yellow on the recording information display. You can shoot at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to obtain a more accurate white balance value.

Do not shake or strike the camera while capturing the basic white color.

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

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DRO/Auto HDR

D-Range Optimizer

Auto HDR

Corrects the brightness or contrast.

1. MENU 3 [DRO/Auto HDR] desired mode

By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the contrast of light and (D- shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal

Range brightness and gradation. Opt.)

Shoots three images with different exposures, and then overlays the bright area of the

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

HDR) recorded.

D-Range Optimizer

1.MENU 3 [DRO/Auto HDR] [D-Range Opt.]

2.Select the optimal level using / on the control wheel.

* The Lv number that appears with the mark indicates the current setting value.

Notes

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

Auto HDR

1.MENU 3 [DRO/Auto HDR] [Auto HDR]

2.Select the optimal level using / on the control wheel.

(Auto HDR:

Exposure Diff. Corrects the exposure difference automatically.

Auto)

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(Exposure Difference Level)*

Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. Select the optimal level between 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV (strong).

For example, if you set the exposure value to 2.0EV, three images will be composed; ???1.0EV, optimal exposure and +1.0EV images.

* The EV number that appears with the mark indicates the current setting value.

Notes

Since the shutter is released three times for one shot, be careful about the following: Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not blink

Do not recompose.

You cannot use this function with RAW images.

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

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

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

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

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Creative Style

Creative Style

Allows you to select the desired image processing.

You can adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness as you like for each [Creative Style] mode. Unlike with [Scene Selection], where images are shot automatically, you can adjust the exposure (shutter speed/aperture value), etc.

1. MENU 3 [Creative Style] desired mode

The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp (Landscape) scenery. Distant landscapes also stand out more.

&White) For shooting images in black and white monotone.

2.When you want to adjust (Contrast), (Saturation), or (Sharpness), press / on the control wheel.

3.Select a desired value using /.(Black

Notes

When [Creative Style] is set to [Black & White], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted.

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Picture Effect

Allows you to shoot a still image with original texture according to the desired effect. 1. MENU 3 [Picture Effect] desired mode

If you select a mode with optional settings, select the desired setting using / on the

control wheel.

If you want to add effects to movies, press the MOVIE (Movie) button.

Allows you to shoot images with effects such as tunnel effect, high contrast, or color cast as if they were shot with a toy camera. You can set the color tone using /.

(Toy

Camera)

Allows you to shoot a pop art-like colorful image with emphasis on the color tone.

(Pop

Color)

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

You can select primary colors or black and white using /.

(Posterization)

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

(Retro

Photo)

Allows you to shoot soft, clear images with an emphasis on brightness.

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(Soft

High-key)

Allows you to shoot an image that makes a strong impression by leaving a specified color on portions of a monochrome image. You can select the color to be left using

(Partial

Color)

Creates an intense, high-contrast image in black and white.

(High

Contrast

Mono.)

Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect.

You can set the intensity of the effect using /.

(Soft

Focus)

Allows you to shoot multiple images with different exposures to create a single image that looks like an oil painting. You can set the effect intensity using /.

(HDR

Painting)

Allows you to shoot multiple images with different exposures to create a single, sharp monochrome image.

(Rich-tone

Mono.)

Allows an image to be processed so that it looks as though you were shooting dioramas. One part of the image is blurred for a high-contrast image. You can change

the blurred part using /.

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(Miniature)

Allows you to shoot an image with ink bleed and blurring effects as if it painted with watercolors.

(Watercolor)

Allows you to shoot an illustration-like image by emphasizing the outlines. You can set the effect intensity using /.

(Illustration)

Notes

The following [Picture Effect] modes are effective for movies. The Dual Rec function cannot be used.

[Toy Camera]

[Pop Color] [Posterization] [Retro Photo] [Soft High-key] [Partial Color]

[High Contrast Mono.]

The [Miniature] effect may not be applied when using a zoom function other than optical zoom. When using [Partial Color], the selected color may not remain depending on the subject or shooting condition.

In the following situations, you cannot confirm the effect before shooting. You also cannot set [Drive Mode].

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

When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred with [HDR Painting] or [Rich-tone Mono.] selected, you may not obtain good HDR images.

If the camera detects such situations, is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as necessary, recomposing or paying attention to the blur.

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Clear Image Zoom

Total zoom scale when [Clear Image Zoom] is selected (including 3.6?? optical zoom)

[Clear Image Zoom] allows you to enlarge the image with close to the original image quality when shooting still images.

The camera zooms images with the original image quality first depending on the selected image size. When [Clear Image Zoom] is set to [On], the camera automatically switches over to [Clear Image Zoom] when the zoom range without deterioration of the original image quality is exceeded.

1. MENU 4 [Clear Image Zoom] desired mode

Notes

To zoom images within the range where original image quality can be retained, set both [Clear Image Zoom] and [Digital Zoom] to [Off]. [Details]

The [Clear Image Zoom] function does not operate in the following situations: In movie mode

In [Sweep Shooting] mode

When the Smile Shutter function is activated.

When [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting], [Spd Priority Cont.], [Self-portrait], [Self- timer(Cont)] or [Bracket: Cont.].

When [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. When [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame Noise Reduct.].

The Face Detection function does not operate in the range of [Clear Image Zoom].

Total zoom scale when [Clear Image Zoom] is selected (including 3.6?? optical zoom)

The supported zoom scales are different depending on the image size.

When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]

Image size Total zoom scale

L:20M Approx. 7.2??

M:10M Approx. 10??

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Long Exposure NR

When you set the shutter speed to 1/3 second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open. This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure.

1. MENU 4 [Long Exposure NR] desired mode

Notes

Even when [Long Exposure NR] is set to [On], noise reduction is not available in the following situations:

In [Cont. Shooting] In [Spd Priority Cont.] In [Bracket: Cont.]

When [Scene Selection] is set to (Sports Action) or (Hand-held Twilight) In [Sweep Shooting] mode

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > High ISO NR

High ISO NR

When shooting with a high ISO, the camera reduces noise. When noise reduction is in progress, in some cases a message may appear, and you cannot take another picture during that time.

1. MENU 4 [High ISO NR] desired mode

Normal Activates high ISO noise reduction normally.

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > AF Illuminator

AF Illuminator

The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings.

The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked.

The indicator appears at this time.

1. MENU 4 [AF Illuminator] desired mode

Auto

Off

Sets whether or not to use the AF illuminator.

In movie mode

In [Sweep Shooting] mode

When (Landscape), (Night Scene), (Pet), (Fireworks) or (Sports Action) mode is selected in [Scene Selection].

When you use the AF illuminator, the normal AF range finder frame is disabled and a new AF range finder frame is displayed by a dotted line. AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame.

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

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Write Date

Write Date

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

Notes

You cannot record dates in the following situations: In movie mode

When shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) In [Sweep Shooting] mode

In burst or bracket shooting mode [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]

If you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. The dates are doubly printed, if you set the camera to superimpose the dates when printing. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image.

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Scene Selection

When the mode dial is set to [Scene Selection], select another scene following the steps below: 1. MENU 5 [Scene Selection] desired mode

Allows you to blur away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly.

(Portrait)

Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash to reduce subject blur.

(Anti

Motion Blur)

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

(Sports

Action)

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

(Pet)

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

(Gourmet)

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Allows you to shoot a flower and a small item from close up.

(Macro)

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

(Landscape)

Allows you to shoot the red of the sunset or sunrise beautifully.

(Sunset)

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

(Night

Scene)

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

(Hand- held Twilight)

Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with a night view in the background.

(Night

Portrait)

Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor.

(Fireworks)

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Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur.

(High

Sensitivity)

Notes

When you shoot images using (Night Scene), (Night Portrait) or (Fireworks) modes, the shutter speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended.

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Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Still shooting menu > Memory recall

Memory recall

When the mode dial is set to [Memory recall], follow the steps below to make new selections if you want to recall other settings.

1. MENU 5 [Memory recall] desired number

Notes

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Memory recall Memory

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Memory

Items that can be registered

To recall registered settings

Allows you to register up to three often-used modes or camera settings in the camera. You can recall the settings using [Memory recall].

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

2.MENU 5 [Memory] desired number

Notes

When correcting settings, follow steps 1 ??? 2 again.

Items that can be registered

Available shooting settings are as follows: Shooting modes set using the mode dial Aperture (F value)

Shutter speed

(Still shooting menu) items

(Movie shooting menu) items Optical zoom scale

Notes

Program shift cannot be registered.

To recall registered settings

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

2.Press / on the control wheel or turn the control wheel to select the desired number

Notes

If you set (Memory recall) after completing the shooting settings, the recalled [Memory] values are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting.

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Memory recall

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

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Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

Still shooting menu items not available in [Scene Selection]

In the table below, a check mark indicates settings that can be changed, while ??? indicates settings that cannot be changed. A setting may be fixed or restricted depending on the shooting mode. For details, see each topic.

Still shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

High ISO NR

AF Illuminator

SteadyShot

Color Space

Shooting Tip List

Write Date

Scene Selection

Memory recall

Memory

* Smile Shutter cannot be selected.

Notes

When the above shooting modes are registered and recalled in (Memory recall), the conditions for whether settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the above table.

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Movie shooting menu > File Format

File Format

You can set the recording method used to record movies.

1. MENU 1 [File Format] desired mode

AVCHD movies are recorded. Sets the recording method to AVCHD, which is suitable for viewing smooth video images on a high-definition television. Blu-ray discs, AVCHD discs and DVD-Video discs can be created using the software ???PlayMemories Home.???

AVCHD When you create AVCHD discs from movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)] or [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)], it will take time as the image quality must be converted. To save [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)] or [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] movies without converting the image quality, use Blu-ray discs. [Details]

MP4 (AVC) movies are recorded. Sets the recording method to MP4, which is suitable MP4 for WEB uploads and e-mail attachments. No discs can be created from MP4 movies,

even if you use the software ???PlayMemories Home.???

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AVCHD format

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Record Setting

The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit-rate), the higher the image quality.

1. MENU 1 [Record Setting] desired mode

File Format: AVCHD

FX/FH:

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

PS:

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

File Format: MP4

Movies shot are recorded in MPEG-4 format, at approximately 30 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or approximately 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with AAC audio, mp4 format.

Notes

A telephoto image is produced when [VGA 3M] image size is selected.

When you create AVCHD discs from movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)] or [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)], it will take time, as the image quality must be converted. To save [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)] or [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] movies without converting the image quality, use Blu-ray discs.

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Image Size(Dual Rec)

When [Record Setting] is set to other than [VGA 3M]

L: 17M For viewing on a high-definition TV and printing up to A3+ size

S: 4.2M For viewing on a high-definition TV

When [Record Setting] is set to [VGA 3M]

L: 13M For prints up to A3 (11??17???)

S: 3.2M For prints up to 10??15 cm (4??6???) or 13??18 cm (5??7???)

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SteadyShot

The strength of [SteadyShot] effect when shooting movies can be adjusted.

1. MENU 1 [SteadyShot] desired mode

Notes

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

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Shooting movies

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Movie shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

Movie shooting menu items not available in [Scene Selection]

In the table below, a check mark indicates settings that can be changed, while ??? indicates settings that cannot be changed.

A setting may be fixed or restricted depending on the shooting mode. For details, see each topic.

Movie shooting menu items not available in some REC modes

Menu items

File Format

Record Setting

Image Size(Dual Rec)

SteadyShot

Audio Recording

Wind Noise Reduct.

Movie shooting menu items not available in [Scene Selection]

Menu items

File Format

Record Setting

Image Size(Dual Rec)

SteadyShot

Audio Recording

Wind Noise Reduct.

Movie???

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Other ways to reduce red-eye

Select (High Sensitivity) mode in [Scene Selection]. ([Flash Mode] is set to [Flash Off] automatically.)

If the eyes of the subject turn out red, correct the image using the software ???PlayMemories Home.???

Notes

To avoid blurring of images, hold the camera firmly until the shutter is released. It usually takes a second until the shutter is released, and also be sure not to allow the subject to move during this period.

[Red Eye Reduction] may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as the distance to the subject or if the subject looked away from the pre-strobe. [Red Eye Reduction] is set to [Off] in the following situations:

In [Sweep Shooting] mode

When (Night Scene) or (Hand-held Twilight) mode is selected in [Scene Selection]. When the Smile Shutter function is activated.

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DISP Button(Monitor)

When shooting, set available screen display mode by pressing the DISP (Display Contents) button on the control wheel.

1.MENU 1 [DISP Button(Monitor)] desired mode The items marked with are available.

2.Press the MENU button to set.

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

Graphic

Display

Displays shooting information.

Display

All Info.

Does not display shooting information.

No Disp.

Info.

Displays an indicator guide showing the angle of inclination of the camera to the left or right side. When the camera is held on a level, this indicator guide appears green.

Level

Displays the luminance distribution graphically.

Histogram

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Peaking Level

Peaking Level

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

1. MENU 1 [Peaking Level] desired mode

Notes

Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, [Peaking Level] differs, depending on the subject, shooting situation.

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

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Peaking Color

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Control Ring

Notes

When [Focus Mode] is set to [DMF] or [Manual Focus], the function assigned to the Control Ring cannot be recalled. The Control Ring is used for manual focusing.

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Using the Control Ring

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Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Custom menu > Control Ring Display

Control Ring Display

Sets whether to display animation when operating the Control Ring. 1. MENU 2 [Control Ring Display] desired mode

On Sets whether to display animation.

Off

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Function Button

You can customize the seven functions (A) assigned to the Fn (Function) button.

1.MENU 2 [Function Button] [Function 1] to [Function 7] desired mode

The functions assigned to [Function 1] to [Function 7] are displayed from left to right on the screen

(A).

Functions to be assigned

Exposure Comp.

Focus Mode

Autofocus Area

ISO

Drive Mode

Metering Mode

Flash Mode

Flash Comp.

White Balance

DRO/Auto HDR

Creative Style

Picture Effect

Soft Skin Effect

Quality

Image Size

Smile/Face Detect.

Aspect Ratio

Not set (No assigned functions)

Functions assigned in the default settings

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Exposure Comp.

Focus Mode

Autofocus Area

ISO

Drive Mode

Metering Mode

Flash Mode

Flash Comp.

White Balance

DRO/Auto HDR

Creative Style

Picture Effect

Soft Skin Effect

Quality

Image Size

Smile/Face Detect.

Aspect Ratio

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Func. of Center Button

Functions assigned when [Func. of Center Button] is set to [Standard]

AEL toggle

AF/MF Control Toggle

Focus Magnifier

Allows you to select frequently used functions and assign them to the center button on the control wheel. 1. MENU 2 [Func. of Center Button] desired mode

Functions assigned when [Func. of Center Button] is set to [Standard]

[Autofocus Area] setting Assigned setting

AEL toggle

When it is hard to obtain an appropriate exposure for a subject, this function allows you to lock the exposure by focusing on and measuring the light of an area that has the desired brightness.

1.MENU 2 [Func. of Center Button] [AEL toggle]

2.Aim the camera at an area to which you want to match the exposure. The exposure is set.

3.Press on the control wheel.

The exposure is locked, and (AE lock) lights up.

4.Focus on your subject and shoot it.

5.To cancel the exposure lock, press again.

AF/MF Control Toggle

You can switch auto focus and manual focus temporarily.

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1.MENU 2 [Func. of Center Button] [AF/MF Control Toggle]

2.Press to switch auto focus and manual focus.

When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus], the camera switches to [Single-shot AF], and when

[Focus Mode] is set to other than [Manual Focus], it switches to [Manual Focus]. Press to return to the previous mode.

Focus Magnifier

In [Manual Focus] mode, you can enlarge the image on the screen to make manual-focusing easier by using [Focus Magnifier].

1.MENU 2 [Func. of Center Button] [Focus Magnifier]

2.Press to enlarge the image.

You can set the length of time the image will be enlarged using [Focus Magnif. Time].

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Focus Magnif. Time

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Func. of Left Button

Allows you to select frequently used functions and assign them to the left button. 1. MENU 2 [Func. of Left Button] desired mode

Exposure Comp.

Drive Mode

Flash Mode

Focus Mode

Autofocus Area

Smile/Face Detect.

Auto Port. Framing

Soft Skin Effect

ISO

Metering Mode

Flash Comp. Assigns the function that you set.

White Balance

DRO/Auto HDR

Creative Style

Picture Effect

Image Size

Aspect Ratio

Quality

Memory

AEL toggle

AF/MF Control Toggle

Focus Magnifier

For details on [AEL toggle], [AF/MF Control Toggle] and [Focus Magnifier], see ???Func. of Center Button???. [Details]

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Exposure Comp.

Drive Mode

Flash Mode

Focus Mode

Autofocus Area

Smile/Face Detect.

Auto Port. Framing

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Soft Skin Effect

ISO

Metering Mode

Flash Comp.

White Balance

DRO/Auto HDR

Creative Style

Picture Effect

Image Size

Aspect Ratio

Quality

Memory

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Func. of Right Button

Allows you to select frequently used functions and assign them to the right button. 1. MENU 2 [Func. of Right Button] desired mode

Exposure Comp.

Drive Mode

Flash Mode

Focus Mode

Autofocus Area

Smile/Face Detect.

Auto Port. Framing

Soft Skin Effect

ISO

Metering Mode

Flash Comp. Assigns the function that you set.

White Balance

DRO/Auto HDR

Creative Style

Picture Effect

Image Size

Aspect Ratio

Quality

Memory

AEL toggle

AF/MF Control Toggle

Focus Magnifier

For details on [AEL toggle], [AF/MF Control Toggle] and [Focus Magnifier], see ???Func. of Center Button???. [Details]

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Exposure Comp.

Drive Mode

Flash Mode

Focus Mode

Autofocus Area

Smile/Face Detect.

Auto Port. Framing

Soft Skin Effect

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MF Assist

Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier. This works in [Manual Focus] or [DMF] modes.

1.MENU 3 [MF Assist] desired mode

2.Turn the Control Ring to adjust the focus.

The image is enlarged 8.6 times. You can also enlarge the image 17.1 times by pressing on the control wheel.

On Enlarges the image. You can set the enlarging duration using [Focus Magnif. Time].

Off Does not enlarge the image.

Notes

You cannot use [MF Assist] when shooting movies.

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Focus Magnif. Time

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Face Registration

New Registration

Order Exchanging

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

1. MENU 3 [Face Registration] desired mode

New Registration Registers a new face.

Order Exchanging Changes the priority of faces previously registered.

New Registration

1.MENU 3 [Face Registration] [New Registration]

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

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

Notes

Up to eight faces can be registered.

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

Even if you execute [Initialize], registered faces are not deleted. Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the camera. To delete the data for registered faces from the camera, select [Delete All].

Order Exchanging

1.MENU 3 [Face Registration] [Order Exchanging]

2.Select a face for which you want to change the priority.

3.Select the priority level.

The smaller the number, the higher the priority.

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Smile/Face Detect.

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Custom menu items not available in some REC modes

Custom menu items not available in [Scene Selection]

In the table below, a check mark indicates settings that can be changed, while ??? indicates settings that cannot be changed.

A setting may be fixed or restricted depending on the shooting mode. For details, see each topic.

Custom menu items not available in some REC modes

Custom menu items not available in [Scene Selection]

The icons below indicates the available modes.

Menu items

Red Eye Reduction

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Grid Line

Auto Review

DISP Button(Monitor)

Peaking Level

Peaking Color

Control Ring

Control Ring Display

Function Button

Func. of Center Button

Func. of Left Button

Func. of Right Button

MF Assist

Focus Magnif. Time

Face Priority Tracking

Face Registration

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Still/Movie Select

Switches the display mode between still images and movies (View Mode). 1. MENU 1 [Still/Movie Select] desired mode

(Folder View(MP4)) Displays MP4-format movies.

(AVCHD View) Displays AVCHD-format movies.

Viewing images taken with a different camera

This camera creates an Image Database File on a memory card for recording and playing images. Images not registered in the Image Database File may not be displayed correctly.

to play them back on this camera.

Use a sufficiently charged battery to register images. If a battery with a low charge is used to register images, it may not be possible to transfer all of the data or the data may be corrupted if the battery charge runs out.

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Recover Image DB

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Slide Show

Plays back images automatically.

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

1.MENU 1 [Slide Show] The setting screen appears.

2.Select the desired setting.

3.[Enter] on the control wheel

4.Press to exit [Slide Show].

Repeat

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Playback menu items that cannot be set in View Mode

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Image Index

Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index. 1. MENU 1 [Image Index] desired mode

Displaying images of the desired folder

Select the left side bar with the control wheel, then select the desired date range or folder using /

Press on the control wheel to switch the display mode between still images and movies (View Mode).

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Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > Playback menu > Specify Printing

Specify Printing

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later.

DPOF Setup

Date Imprint

Off

Notes

Sets whether or not to date the DPOF marked images when printing them.

The (Print order) mark cannot be added to movies.

You can add a (Print order) mark to a maximum 999 images.

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Printing still images

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Picture Effect

Retouches a recorded image so that it looks like a watercolor or illustration, and saves it as a new file. The original image is retained.

1. MENU 1 [Picture Effect] desired mode

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Upload Settings

Transferring image data using the Eye-Fi card

Sets whether to use the upload function of an Eye-Fi card (commercially available), when you use the Eye-Fi card with this camera.

[Upload Settings] is displayed only when the Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. 1. MENU 2 [Upload Settings] desired mode

Uses the upload function.

The Eye-Fi mode display icon on the screen will change depending on the communication mode of the Eye-Fi card.

: Eye-Fi card is in standby mode. There is no image to be sent. On : Eye-Fi card is in upload standby mode.

: Eye-Fi card is in connecting mode.

: Eye-Fi card is uploading images. : An error has occurred.

Off Does not use the upload function.

Notes

As of June 2012, Eye-Fi cards are sold in the U.S.A., Canada, Japan and some countries in the European Union.

For more information on the Eye-Fi card, contact the manufacturer or seller of Eye-Fi cards directly. Eye-Fi cards are permitted only in the countries and regions in which they were purchased. You may be held liable due to local restrictions.

The Eye-Fi card has a wireless LAN function. Do not insert the Eye-Fi card where wireless LAN is prohibited, such as while aboard an airplane. If the Eye-Fi card is inserted, set [Upload Settings] to

[Off]. When the uploading function of the Eye-Fi card is set to [Off], is displayed on the screen.

Transferring image data using the Eye-Fi card

1.Set the wireless LAN access point settings or the transferring direction settings of the Eye-Fi card. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card.

2.After the settings are finished, insert the Eye-Fi card into the camera, and shoot the images. The recorded images are automatically transferred via wireless LAN to a PC, etc.

Notes

When uploading image data, the Auto power-off function is not available.

If the (error) icon is displayed, eject and re-insert the Eye-Fi card, or turn the power of the

Wireless LAN communication may be interrupted by other communication devices. If data reception is insufficient, move the camera closer to the access point.

Some Eye-Fi cards have an ???Endless Memory Mode.??? This product does not support ???Endless Memory Mode.??? Make sure that Eye-Fi cards that you insert into this product have ???Endless Memory Mode??? turned off. For details on setting ???Endless Memory Mode???, refer to the operating

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USB Connection

Sets how to make a USB connection when connecting the camera to a computer, etc. 1. MENU 2 [USB Connection] desired mode

Notes

If Device Stage* does not appear when connecting the camera to a Windows 7 computer, set [USB Connection] to [Auto].

* Device Stage is a menu screen for managing connected devices, such as a camera. (Function of Windows 7)

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Top page > Changing settings > Setup menu > USB Power Supply

USB Power Supply

Sets whether to use [USB Power Supply] function when the camera is connected to a computer or USB device using the micro USB cable.

1. MENU 2 [USB Power Supply] desired mode

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Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately)

Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV that has an HDMI jack using an HDMI Cable (sold separately).

1.Turn off both the camera and the TV.

2.Connect the HDMI connector of the camera (A) and the HDMI jack of the TV (B) using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) (C).

3.Turn on the TV and set the input.

4.Press the (Playback) button to turn on the camera.

Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Select the desired image with the control wheel.

???PhotoTV HD???

This camera is compatible with the ???PhotoTV HD??? standard.

By connecting a Sony TV compatible with ???PhotoTV HD??? using an HDMI Cable (sold separately), a whole new world of photos can be comfortably enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.

???PhotoTV HD??? allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. When the camera is connected to a Sony TV compatible with Video A mode using an HDMI Cable, your TV is automatically set to the picture quality suitable for still images. When the setting of the TV is set to Video, the picture quality is set to that suitable for movies.

When playing back an AVCHD movie, it is recommended that you set [Still/Movie Select] to [AVCHD View].

For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.

Notes

Images shot in [VGA] image size cannot be played back in HD format.

Do not connect the camera and equipment to be connected using both output terminals. When the camera and TV are connected using output terminals, no video or sound are produced. Such a connection can also cause problems with the camera and/or connected equipment.

The camera may not work properly with some HD TVs. For example, you may not be able to view a video on your HD TV or hear sound from the HD TV.

Use an HDMI Cable with the HDMI logo.

Use an HDMI micro connector on one end (for the camera), and a connector suitable for connection to your TV on the other end. You cannot view images on a TV that does not have an HDMI connector.

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Viewing an image on a ???BRAVIA??? Sync-compatible TV

When you use a TV that has ???BRAVIA??? Sync (compatible with SYNC MENU) support, you can operate the playback functions of the camera using the remote control supplied with the TV by connecting the camera to the TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately).

1.Connect the HDMI connector of the camera (A) and the HDMI jack of the TV (B) using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) (C).

2.Turn on the TV and set the input.

3.Press the (playback) button of the camera to turn on the camera.

4.MENU 1 [CTRL FOR HDMI] [On]

5.Press the SYNC MENU button of the TV???s remote control to select the desired mode.

Notes

When the camera is connected to a TV set using an HDMI Cable, the functions that you can operate are limited.

You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote control of your TV by connecting your camera to a ???BRAVIA??? Sync-compatible TV. For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.

If the camera functions in an undesired manner when you are controlling it using the TV???s remote controller, such as when connected via HDMI to another manufacturer???s TV, press MENU 1

Open the HDMI cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera.

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Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV

Connects to a 3D compatible TV and allows you to view 3D images shot on other cameras. Connect the camera and the 3D TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately).

Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.

1.Turn off both the camera and the TV.

2.Connect the HDMI connector of the camera (A) and the HDMI jack of the TV (B) using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) (C).

3.Turn on the TV and set the input.

4.Press the (Playback) button to turn on the camera.

5.MENU 1 [3D Viewing]

Images shot with the camera appear on the TV.

6.Select images and set the desired mode using the control wheel.

Ends 3D playback.

Notes

You cannot shoot 3D images with this camera.

When you select [3D Viewing] mode, only 3D images are displayed.

Do not connect the camera and equipment to be connected using output terminals. When the camera and TV are connected using output terminals, no video and sound are produced. Such a connection can also cause trouble of the camera and/or connected equipment.

This function may not work properly with some TVs. For example, you may not be able to view a video on your TV, output in 3D mode or hear sound from the TV.

Use an HDMI Cable with the HDMI logo.

Use an HDMI micro connector on one end (for the camera), and a connector suitable for connection to your TV on the other end.

Recording may automatically stop to protect the camera after a period of time when you shoot movies in the condition where the camera and TV are connected by an HDMI Cable (sold separately).

Open the HDMI cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera. Nothing is displayed on the screen of the camera.

Related Topic

3D Viewing

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Top page > Using with your computer > Recommended computer environment > Recommended computer environment

Recommended computer environment

The following computer environment is recommended when using the software ???PlayMemories Home??? (Windows) and ???Image Data Converter??? (Windows/Mac) and when importing images via a USB connection.

Windows

*1 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported.

Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is required to create a disc by installing the ???Expanded Feature.???

*2 Starter (Edition) is not supported.

Mac

Notes

Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.

If you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some devices, including the camera, may not operate, depending on the types of USB devices you are using. Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0).

When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time.

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Top page > Using with your computer > Using the software > Installing ???PlayMemories Home??? (Windows)

Installing ???PlayMemories Home??? (Windows)

Starting ???PlayMemories Home??? (Windows)

Accessing to ???PlayMemories Home Help Guide??? (Windows)

1.Turn on the camera and your computer, then connect the camera to the computer using a micro USB cable (supplied) (A).

Windows 7: Device Stage appears on the computer.

2.Windows 7: Select ???PlayMemories Home??? on Device Stage.

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

3.Proceed with installation, following the instructions on the screen.

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

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

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

For details on ???PlayMemories Home???, see (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) or the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only):

Notes

icon, and double-click [PMHOME.EXE].

An initial Device Stage screen which does not contain specific model information may appear, depending on your computer settings for Windows 7. If this happens, download the latest information, following the instructions on the screen.

It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen.

DirectX may be installed depending on your computer???s system environment.

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

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

If the software ???PMB (Picture Motion Browser)???, supplied with models released before 2011, has already been installed on your computer, ???PlayMemories Home??? will overwrite it and will be

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Top page > Using with your computer > Importing images to a computer > Connecting the camera to the computer

Connecting the camera to the computer

1. Connect the camera to your computer using a micro USB cable (supplied) (A).

When connecting the camera to a computer using the micro USB cable, power feeding from the computer starts if [USB Power Supply] is set to [On]. ([On] is the default setting.)

Related Topic

USB Connection

USB LUN Setting

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Notes

Use ???PlayMemories Home??? for operations such as when importing AVCHD movies to a computer. (Windows)

Use the ???iMovie??? software bundled with Mac for operations such as importing AVCHD movies to a computer. (Mac)

If operations are performed on an AVCHD movie file or folder on the camera from a PC while the camera is connected to a PC, it may destroy the image file or playback may become impossible. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the camera???s memory card from a PC. Sony bears no responsibility for the result of operations of this type.

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from the computer

To disconnect your camera from the computer

The disconnect icon may not appear when you use a Windows 7 computer. In this case, you can disconnect the camera from the computer without following the above steps.

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Top page > Using with your computer > Creating a disc of movies > Selecting a method for creating a disc of movies

Selecting a method for creating a disc of movies

Characteristics of each type of disc

Creating a disc with a device other than a computer

You can create a disc from AVCHD movies that have been recorded with this camera.

The devices that can play back movies vary depending on the type of disc. Select the type of disc suitable for your disc player.

For details on the method for creating a disc using ???PlayMemories Home???, see ???PlayMemories Home Help Guide.???

To import movies into a PC, see ???Importing images to a computer??? [Details].

* When creating discs using ???PlayMemories Home,??? you can record movies if you convert with a deterioration in image quality.

Characteristics of each type of disc

definition image and a standard definition image quality (STD) disc is created. quality (STD)

Types of discs that can be used with ???PlayMemories Home???

The following 12-cm discs can be used with ???PlayMemories Home.??? For information on Blu-ray discs, see ???Creating Blu-ray discs.??? [Details]

DVD-R / DVD+R / DVD+R DL: Cannot be re-written.

DVD-RW / DVD+RW: Can be re-written and used again.

Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software. The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries/regions.

Creating a disc with a device other than a computer

You can also create discs using a Blu-ray recorder, etc. Depending on which device you use, the types of disc that can be created vary.

Notes

When creating AVCHD discs using ???PlayMemories Home??? from movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)] or [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)], the image quality is converted and it is not possible to create discs that have the original image quality. Converting image quality takes time. To record movies with the original image quality, use Blu-ray discs.

To create a Blu-ray disc from movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], you need to use a device that is compliant with AVCHD format Ver. 2.0. The created Blu-ray disc can be played back only on a device that is compliant with AVCHD format Ver. 2.0.

For details on how to create a disc, refer to the operating instructions of the device you use.

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If you have problems

If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.

1. Check the items under ???Troubleshooting???, then check your camera.

If a code such as ???C/E::??? appears on the screen, see ???Self-diagnosis display???.

2.Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power.

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Battery pack and power

Battery pack and power

Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera.

Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the battery eject lever is locked.

Cannot turn on the camera.

After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power up.

Make sure that the battery pack is inserted correctly.

The battery pack will discharge by itself even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack before use. Check that the battery pack type is NP-BX1.

The power turns off suddenly.

Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera. In this case, a message is displayed on the screen before the power turns off.

If you do not operate the camera for a certain period of time while the power is on, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Turn on the camera again.

The remaining charge indicator is incorrect.

This is caused when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location.

Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.

The Power/Charge lamp of the camera flashes while charging the battery.

Check that the battery pack type is NP-BX1.

The Power/Charge lamp of the camera flashes infrequently when you use a battery pack that has not been used for a long time. In such cases, remove the battery pack from the camera and re-insert it.

For details, see ???Battery pack??? [Details].

The battery is not charged even if the Power/Charge lamp turns off and charging is finished.

This happens when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location. Charge the battery pack within the proper charging temperature range of between 10??C to 30??C (50??F to 86??F).

The camera makes a noise when it is shaken.

If the power is not on, the camera may make a noise when it is shaken. This is not a malfunction.

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Shooting still images/movies

Shooting still images/movies

Cannot record images.

Check the free capacity of the memory card. If it is full, do one of the following: Delete unnecessary images. [Details] [Details]

Change the memory card.

You cannot record images while charging the flash.

When recording movies, it is recommended that you use the following memory cards:

???Memory Stick PRO Duo??? (Mark2) media, ???Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo??? media, ???Memory Stick Micro??? (Mark2) media

SD memory card, SDHC memory card or SDXC memory card, microSD memory card, microSDHC memory card (Class 4 or faster)

Smile Shutter function does not work.

No image is shot if a smiling face is not detected. [Details]

Anti-blur function does not work.

The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes.

Shoot after pressing the shutter button halfway down.

Recording takes a long time.

The noise reduction function is turned on. This is not a malfunction. [Details] [Details]

You are shooting in RAW mode. Since RAW data files are large, RAW mode shooting may take time. The Auto HDR is processing an image. [Details]

The image is out of focus.

The subject is too close. When shooting, make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance (approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W)/55 cm (1.8 ft) (T) from the lens).

(Sports Action), (Landscape), (Night Scene) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in [Scene Selection] when shooting still images.

Zoom does not work.

You cannot use the optical zoom when shooting in [Sweep Shooting] mode.

You cannot use zoom functions other than optical zoom in the following situations: When the Smile Shutter function is activated.

[Drive Mode] is set to [Self-portrait]. [Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG].

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The flash does not work.

You cannot use the flash in the following situations:

[Drive Mode] is set to [Self-timer(Cont)] or [Bracket: Cont.]. [Details]

(Anti Motion Blur), (Night Scene), (Hand-held Twilight), (Fireworks) or (High Sensitivity) mode is selected in [Scene Selection].

Shooting in [Sweep Shooting] mode Shooting in movie mode

Set the flash to [Fill-flash] when [Scene Selection] mode is set to (Pet), (Gourmet), (Landscape), (Sports Action) or (Sunset) mode. [Details]

Fuzzy white circular spots appear in images shot using the flash.

Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This is not a malfunction. [Details]

The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work.

The camera automatically adjusts the focus. Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. Focus adjustment may take some time when shooting a close subject.

(Sports Action), (Landscape), (Night Scene) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in [Scene Selection].

The date and time are not displayed on the screen.

While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback.

The F value and shutter speed flash.

The exposure is incorrect. Correct [Exposure Comp.]. [Details]

The image colors are not correct.

Adjust [White Balance]. [Details]

[Picture Effect] is selected. [Details]

Execute [Initialize] to reset settings to default. [Details]

The image is extremely bright or dark.

Execute [Initialize] to reset settings to default. [Details]

Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place.

The camera is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the image under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image.

You can see a dark shadow on the image.

Depending on the brightness of the subject, you may see a dark shadow when you change the aperture. This is not a malfunction.

The eyes of the subject come out red.

Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On]. [Details]

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Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash.

Light the room and shoot the subject.

Correct the image using ???PlayMemories Home.??? [Details]

Dots appear and remain on the screen.

This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded.

Cannot shoot images in succession.

The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. [Details] [Details]

The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack.

The same image is shot several times.

Set [Drive Mode] to [Single Shooting]. [Details]

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Viewing images

Cannot play back images.

Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera.

The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.

No guarantees are made for playing back, on this camera, files containing images which were processed on a computer or images which were shot using other cameras.

The camera is in USB mode. Disconnect the USB connection. [Details]

Use ???PlayMemories Home??? to play images stored on a PC with this camera. Use the application bundled with the Mac to play back the images.

The date and time are not displayed.

The screen display is set to display images only. Press (Display Contents) on the control wheel to display information. [Details]

The image does not appear on the TV.

For viewing movies, the camera and television must use the same color television system. [Details] Check whether the connection is correct. [Details]

The 3D images do not appear on the TV even though the camera is in [3D Viewing] mode.

Check that the TV is set to display 3D images.

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Computers

Computers

Your computer does not recognize the camera.

Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage]. [Details]

Use the micro USB cable (supplied).

Disconnect the USB cable from both the computer and the camera, and connect it again firmly.

Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB connectors of your computer.

Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device. Set [USB Power Supply] to [Off]. Your computer may recognize the camera.

Cannot import images.

Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection. [Details]

When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer, you may not be able to import the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by the camera. [Details]

After making a USB connection, ???PlayMemories Home??? does not start automatically.

Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on.

Cannot play back images on your computer.

If you are using ???PlayMemories Home???, refer to ???PlayMemories Home Help Guide.??? [Details] Consult the computer or software manufacturer.

The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer.

You are playing back the movie directly from the memory card. Import the movie to your computer using ???PlayMemories Home??? and play it back. [Details]

Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.

Use ???PlayMemories Home??? to copy images stored on a PC into this camera and view them on the camera.

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Others

The lens gets fogged.

Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using it.

The camera stops with the lens portion extended.

Do not attempt to force lens that has stopped moving.

Insert a charged battery pack, then turn the camera on again.

The camera turns off with the lens portion extended.

The battery pack is discharged. Replace it with a charged battery pack, then turn the camera on again.

Do not attempt to force a lens that has stopped moving.

The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time.

This is not a malfunction.

The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera.

Set the date and time again. [Details]

The internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Insert a charged battery, and set aside for 24 hours or more with the power left off.

The date or time is incorrect.

[Area Setting] is set to a different location than your current location. Change the setting by MENU 1 [Area Setting].

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Self-diagnosis display

Self-diagnosis display

If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on the camera is working. The last two digits (indicated by ) will differ depending on the state of the camera.

If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, the camera may need repair.

Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

C:32:

E:95:

There is trouble with the camera???s hardware. Turn the power off and on again.

C:13:

The camera cannot read or write data on the memory card. Try turning off and on the camera again, or taking out and inserting the memory card several times.

An unformatted memory card is inserted. Format the memory card. [Details]

The inserted memory card cannot be used with the camera, or the data is damaged. Insert a new memory card.

E:61:

E:62:

E:91:

A camera malfunction has occurred. Initialize the camera, then turn the power on again. [Details]

E:94:

There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Messages

Messages

If the following messages appear, follow the instructions.

Set Area/Date/Time.

Set the area, date, and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery. [Details]

Unable to use memory card. Format?

The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified.

Select [Enter], then format the memory card. You can use the memory card again; however, all previous data on the memory card will be erased. It may take some time to finish formatting.

If the message appears again after formatting, use a different memory card.

Memory Card Error

The inserted memory card cannot be used in the camera. [Details]

Formatting failed. Format the memory card again. [Details]

Reinsert memory card.

The inserted memory card cannot be used in the camera. [Details]

The memory card is damaged.

The terminal section of the memory card is dirty.

Memory card locked.

You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position.

Processing...

When Long exposure noise reduction or High ISO noise reduction is underway, processing will occur for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. You cannot do any further shooting during this time.

Unable to display.

Images recorded with other cameras or images modified using a computer may not be able to be displayed.

Unable to print.

You tried to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark.

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Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool.

The camera has become hot because you have been shooting continuously.

Turn the power off. Cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again.

Because you have been recording for a long time, the temperature inside the camera has increased to an unacceptable level. Stop recording.

Recording is unavailable in this movie format.

Set [File Format] to [MP4].

The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the camera is possible.

Unable to register to the database file. Import all the images to a computer using ???PlayMemories Home??? and recover the memory card.

Camera Error

System Error

Remove the battery pack, then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Image Database File error. Recover?

You cannot record or play back AVCHD movies because the Image Database File is damaged. Follow the on-screen instructions to recover data.

Unable to magnify.

Unable to rotate image.

Images recorded using other cameras may not be magnified or rotated.

Cannot create more folders.

A folder with a name beginning with ???999??? exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the case.

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Situations this camera has difficulty handling

The camera cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances.

When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change the shooting mode, then shoot the images again.

Low light conditions

Sweep Shooting

Tracking focus

Overly bright conditions

Tracking focus

Varying levels of brightness

Tracking focus

Flickering lights

Sweep Shooting

Subjects too close to the camera

Sweep Shooting

Large moving subjects or subjects that move too quickly

Superior Auto

Tracking focus

Sweep Shooting

Subjects too small or too large

Tracking focus

Sweep Shooting

Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach

Sweep Shooting

Superior Auto

Scenes changing constantly, such as a waterfall

Sweep Shooting

Superior Auto

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Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Precautions

Precautions

Memory card back up

Do not use/store the camera in the following places

On carrying

On operating temperatures

On moisture condensation

Functions built into this camera

What is 1080 60p/50p?

On image data compatibility

Notes when playing movies on other devices

Notes on the screen and lens

Notes on the flash

Memory card back up

Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, or remove the memory card while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the memory card may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your data.

Do not use/store the camera in the following places

In an extremely hot, cold or humid place

In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.

Storing under direct sunlight and near a heater

The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. In a location subject to rocking vibration

Near strongly magnetic place In sandy or dusty places

Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired.

On carrying

Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.

On operating temperatures

Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0??C and 40??C (32??F and 104??F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.

On moisture condensation

If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera.

If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to

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evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.

Functions built into this camera

This manual describes the functions of 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices.

To check whether your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-compatible device, look for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.

1080 60i-compatible device: 60i

1080 50i-compatible device: 50i

What is 1080 60p/50p?

Unlike standard recording modes up to now, which record in an interlacing method, this camera records using a progressive method. This increases the resolution, and provides a smoother, more realistic image.

On image data compatibility

The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standards established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera.

Notes when playing movies on other devices

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

Other devices compatible with an AVCHD format that does not support High Profile Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format

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

You can play a high-definition image quality (HD) disc only on AVCHD format playback devices. A DVD player or DVD recorder cannot play back a disc recorded in high-definition image quality (HD) because they are not compatible with the AVCHD format. In addition, if you insert a high-definition image quality (HD) disc recorded in AVCHD format into a DVD player or DVD recorder, you may not be able to eject the disc.

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

Notes on the screen and lens

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

Exposing the screen or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors.

Do not press against the screen. The screen may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction. Images may trail across on the screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction.

Be careful not to bump the movable lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.

Notes on the flash

When using the flash, the flash pops up automatically.

Do not cover the flash with your fingers.

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

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Battery pack

On charging the battery pack

Effective use of the battery pack

Remaining battery charge

How to store the battery pack

On battery life

Compatible battery pack

On charging the battery pack

Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for the first time.

You can charge the battery pack even if it is not completely discharged. In addition, even if the battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10??C to 30??C (50??F to 86??F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures outside this range.

Effective use of the battery pack

Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So in cold places, the operational time of the battery pack is shorter. We recommend the following to ensure longer battery pack use:

Put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in the camera immediately before you start shooting.

(If there are any metal objects such as keys in your pocket, be aware of short-circuits.) The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash or zoom frequently.

We recommend having spare battery packs handy for two times or three times the expected shooting time, and making trial shots before taking the actual shots.

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

Remaining battery charge

A remaining charge indicator appears on the screen.

A: High

B: Low

It takes about 1 minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears. The remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances.

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

How to store the battery pack

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Fully discharge the battery pack before storing and store the camera in a cool, dry place. To maintain the battery pack???s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it in the camera at least once a year while storing.

To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slideshow playback mode until the power goes off. To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag, etc. to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing.

On battery life

The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used.

Compatible battery pack

The NP-BX1 (supplied) can be used only in X type compatible Cyber-shot models.

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Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Memory card

Memory card

Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately)

???Memory Stick??? media

When using ???Memory Stick Duo??? media with standard sized ???Memory Stick??? media slot Notes on using ???Memory Stick Micro??? media (sold separately)

Memory card

MultiMediaCard cannot be used.

???Memory Stick Duo??? media of up to 32 GB and SD cards of up to 64 GB have been tested and proven to operate with your camera.

???Memory Stick Micro??? media of up to 16 GB and microSD memory cards of up to 32 GB have been tested and proven to operate with your camera.

When recording movies, it is recommended that you use the following memory cards: (Mark2) (???Memory Stick PRO Duo??? (Mark2) media) (???Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo??? media)

(Mark2) (???Memory Stick Micro??? (Mark2) media) SD card (Class 4 or faster), microSD memory card (Class 4 or faster)

Notes

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

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

A memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the camera.

Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used.

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Data may be corrupted in the following cases:

When the memory card is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operations When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise

We recommend backing up important data.

Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor.

Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.

Do not disassemble or modify the memory card. Do not expose the memory card to water.

Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Insert a memory card that fits the memory card slot size. Otherwise, it will cause a malfunction.

Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:

High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight Locations exposed to direct sunlight

Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present

Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately)

When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, make sure the memory card is inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert it all the way in. Incorrect insertion may result in a malfunction.

When using ???Memory Stick Micro??? media or a microSD memory card, be sure to insert into the dedicated memory card adaptor.

???Memory Stick??? media

The types of ???Memory Stick??? media that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all ???Memory Stick??? media functions.

*1 High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is not supported.

*2 ???Memory Stick Duo??? media and ???Memory Stick Micro??? media that are equipped with MagicGate functions. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with the camera.

*3 Movies recorded in AVCHD format, [1440??1080 12M] size movies cannot be recorded to ???Memory Stick??? media other than ???Memory Stick PRO Duo??? media, ???Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo??? media or ???Memory Stick Micro??? (Mark2) media.

*4 This camera does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer. It performs the same 4-bit parallel data transfer as the ???Memory Stick PRO Duo??? media.

When using ???Memory Stick Duo??? media with standard sized ???Memory Stick??? media slot

You can use the ???Memory Stick Duo??? media by inserting it into the ???Memory Stick Duo??? media Adaptor (sold separately).

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???Memory Stick Duo??? media Adaptor

Notes on using ???Memory Stick Micro??? media (sold separately)

This product is compatible with ???Memory Stick Micro??? media (???M2???). ???M2??? is an abbreviation for ???Memory Stick Micro??? media.

To use a ???Memory Stick Micro??? media with the camera, be sure to insert the ???Memory Stick Micro??? media into an ???M2??? Adaptor as large as of Duo size. If you insert a ???Memory Stick Micro??? media into the camera without an ???M2??? Adaptor as large as of Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the camera.

Do not leave the ???Memory Stick Micro??? media within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.

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Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Number of still images and recordable time of movies > Number of still images

Number of still images

The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.

[Image Size] : [L: 20M]

When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]*

(Units: Images)

* When the [Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more pictures than shown above. (Except when [Quality] is set to [RAW].)

Notes

Even if the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ???9999??? indicator appears.

When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size.

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Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes at one time. The maximum size of an

MP4-format movie file is up to approximately 2 GB.

Notes

The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Variable Bit Rate), which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the shooting scene.

When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording.

The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings.

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Top page > Precautions/About this camera > About this camera > AVCHD format

AVCHD format

The AVCHD format has been developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recording an HD (High-Definition) signal at the 1080i*1 or 720p*2 specification using high-efficiency compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data.

The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, hard disk drive, flash memory, memory card, etc.

Recording and playback on the camera

Based on the AVCHD format, your camera records with the high definition image quality (HD) mentioned below.

Video signal*3:

1080 60i-compatible device

MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920??1080/60i, 1920??1080/60p, 1440??1080/60i 1080 50i-compatible device

MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920??1080/50i, 1920??1080/50p, 1440??1080/50i Audio signal: Dolby Digital 2ch

Recording media: Memory card

*1 1080i specification

A high definition specification which utilizes 1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system.

*2 720p specification

A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system.

*3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera.

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