Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”)
Viewing the Guide
Checking the supplied items
Identifying parts
Inserting the battery pack
Charging the battery pack
Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
Attaching/removing the lens
Setting the language and the clock
Shooting still images/movies
Viewing images
Introduction of other functions
Using software
Importing images to your computer and using them (PlayMemories Home)
Adding functions to the camera
Number of still images and recordable time of movies
Notes on continuous movie recording
Notes on using the camera
Specifications

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4-579-410-12(1)

ILCE-6300

Interchangeable Lens

Digital Camera

Instruction Manual

E-mount

“Help Guide” (Web manual)

Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth

instructions on the many functions of

the camera.

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1540/h_zz/

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

In-Camera Guide

The In-Camera Guide displays explanations for the currently selected menu

function or setting.

1Assign In-Camera Guide to the desired button using [Custom

Key(Shoot.)].

MENU button t (Custom Settings) t [Custom Key(Shoot.)] t

Select the desired button assigned to the function. t [In-Camera Guide]

2Press the MENU button and use the control wheel to select a MENU item

whose explanation you want to read, and then press the button to which

[In-Camera Guide] is assigned.

English

Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”)

“Help Guide” is an on-line manual. You can read the “Help

Guide” on your computer or smartphone.

Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of

the camera.

URL:

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1540/h_zz/

Viewing the Guide

Owner’s Record

Record the model and serial number

(which are located on the product) in the

space provided below. Refer to these

numbers whenever you call your Sony

dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ILCE-

Serial No. _____________________

To reduce fire or shock hazard,

do not expose the unit to rain

or moisture.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

-SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

TO REDUCE THE

RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK,

CAREFULLY

FOLLOW THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

If the shape of the plug does not fit the

power outlet, use an attachment plug

adaptor of the proper configuration for the

power outlet.

[Battery pack

If the battery pack is mishandled, the

battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even

chemical burns. Observe the following

cautions.

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not crush and do not expose the

battery pack to any shock or force such as

hammering, dropping or stepping on it.

• Do not short circuit and do not allow

metal objects to come into contact with

the battery terminals.

• Do not expose to high temperature

above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct

sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking

lithium ion batteries.

• Be sure to charge the battery pack using

a genuine Sony battery charger or a

device that can charge the battery pack.

• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of

small children.

• Keep the battery pack dry.

• Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by Sony.

• Dispose of used battery packs promptly

as described in the instructions.

Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket)

when using the supplied or recommended

AC Adaptor/battery charger. If any

malfunction occurs while using this

product, disconnect the plug from the wall

outlet (wall socket) immediately to

disconnect from the power source.

If you use the product with a charge lamp,

note that the product is not disconnected

from the power source even when the

lamp turns off.

The power cord (mains lead), if supplied,

is designed specifically for use with this

equipment only, and should not be used

with other electrical equipment.

WARNING

CAUTION

[Power Cord

For the customers in the UK, Ireland,

Malta, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia

Use the power cord (A). For safety

reasons, the power cord (B) is not intended

for above countries/regions and shall

therefore not be used there.

For the customers in other EU countries/

regions

Use the power cord (B).

[RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION

BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries

are recyclable.

You can help preserve

our environment by

returning your used

rechargeable batteries to

the collection and recycling location

nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling

of rechargeable batteries, call toll free

1-800-822-8837, or visit http://

www.call2recycle.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or

leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

[For supplied accessories

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B

This equipment complies with FCC/IC

radiation exposure limits set forth for an

uncontrolled environment and meets the

FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure

Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio

frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This

equipment has very low levels of RF

energy that are deemed to comply without

testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

If you have any questions about this

product, you may call:

Sony Customer Information Center

1-800-222-SONY (7669).

The number below is for the FCC related

matters only.

[Regulatory Information

This equipment must not be co-located or

operated in conjunction with any other

antenna or transmitter.

For Customers in the

U.S.A. and Canada

(A) (

)

For Customers in the

U.S.A.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: WW906746

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics

Inc.

Address: 16535 Via Esprillo,

San Diego, CA 92127

U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part15 of the

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This

device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

[CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved in

this manual could void your authority to

operate this equipment.

[Note:

This equipment has been tested and found

to comply with the limits for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user

is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the

following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

– Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on

a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

The supplied interface cable must be used

with the equipment in order to comply

with the limits for a digital device

pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC

Rules.

This device complies with Industry

Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause

interference; and

(2) This device must accept any

interference, including interference that

may cause undesired operation of the

device.

[Notice for the customers in

the countries applying EU

Directives

Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1

Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan

For EU product compliance: Sony

Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe

Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935

Zaventem, Belgium

Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that

this equipment is in compliance with the

essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For

details, please access the following URL:

http://www.compliance.sony.de/

[Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism

causes data transfer to discontinue

midway (fail), restart the application or

disconnect and connect the

communication cable (USB, etc.) again.

This product has been tested and found

compliant with the limits set out in the

EMC regulation for using connection

cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

For Customers in Canada

For Customers in Europe

The electromagnetic fields at the specific

frequencies may influence the picture and

sound of this unit.

[Disposal of waste batteries

and electrical and electronic

equipment (applicable in the

European Union and other

European countries with

separate collection systems)

This symbol on the

product, the battery or

on the packaging

indicates that the

product and the battery

shall not be treated as

household waste. On

certain batteries this symbol might be used

in combination with a chemical symbol.

The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg)

or lead (Pb) are added if the battery

contains more than 0.0005% mercury or

0.004% lead. By ensuring these products

and batteries are disposed of correctly, you

will help prevent potentially negative

consequences for the environment and

human health which could otherwise be

caused by inappropriate waste handling.

The recycling of the materials will help to

conserve natural resources.

In case of products that for safety,

performance or data integrity reasons

require a permanent connection with an

incorporated battery, this battery should be

replaced by qualified service staff only. To

ensure that the battery and the electrical

and electronic equipment will be treated

properly, hand over these products at end-

of-life to the applicable collection point

for the recycling of electrical and

electronic equipment. For all other

batteries, please view the section on how

to remove the battery from the product

safely. Hand the battery over to the

applicable collection point for the

recycling of waste batteries.

For more detailed information about

recycling of this product or battery, please

contact your local Civic Office, your

household waste disposal service or the

shop where you purchased the product or

battery.

[Battery Pack

For Customers in

Singapore

For Customers in U.A.E.

For Customers in

Malaysia

For Customers in India

Table of contents

– Checking the supplied items

– Identifying parts

– Inserting the battery pack

– Charging the battery pack

– Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

– Attaching/removing the lens

– Setting the language and the clock

– Shooting still images/movies

– Viewing images

– Introduction of other functions

– Using software

– Importing images to your computer and using them (PlayMemories

Home)

– Adding functions to the camera

– Number of still images and recordable time of movies

– Notes on continuous movie recording

– Notes on using the camera

– Specifications

Preparing the camera Step 1 P. 8

Basic operation Step 2 P. 23

Playback function Step 3 P. 24

Recording function Step 4 P. 25

Using a computer P. 35

Adding functions to the camera P. 37

Others P. 37

This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.

The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies

depending on the countries/regions.

Model name Lens

ILCE-6300 Not supplied

ILCE-6300L E PZ 16 – 50 mm

First check the model name of your camera (page 7). The accessories supplied

differ depending on the model.

The number in parentheses indicates the quantity.

Supplied with all models

• Camera (1)

• Power cord (mains lead) (1)*

(supplied in some countries/

regions)

* Multiple power cords may be

supplied with your camera. Use the

appropriate one that matches your

country/region. See page 4.

• Rechargeable battery pack

NP-FW50 (1)

• Micro USB cable (1)

•AC Adaptor (1)

• Shoulder strap (1)

• Eyepiece cup (1)

• Shoe cap (1) (attached to the

camera)

• Instruction Manual (this manual)

(1)

• Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch

(NFC) Guide (1)

This guide explains the functions

that require a Wi-Fi connection.

ILCE-6300

• Body cap (1) (attached to the

camera)

ILCE-6300L

• E PZ 16 – 50 mm zoom lens (1)

(attached to the camera)/Front lens

cap (1) (attached to the lens)

Checking the supplied items

When the lens is removed

AShutter button

BC1 (Custom 1) button

CRemote sensor

DWi-Fi antenna (built-in)

EON/OFF (Power) switch

FSelf-timer lamp/AF illuminator

GLens release button

HMicrophone*1

ILens

JMount

KImage sensor*2

LLens contacts*2

*1 Do not cover this part during movie

recording.

*2 Do not touch this part directly.

AMulti interface shoe*

B Image sensor position mark

CHook for shoulder strap

DSpeaker

EFlash

• Press the (Flash pop-up)

button to use the flash. The flash

does not pop up automatically.

• When not using the flash, press it

back into the camera body.

FMode dial

(Auto Mode)/

(Program Auto)/

(Aperture Priority)/

(Shutter Priority)/

(Manual Exposure)/

1/2 (Memory recall)/

(Movie/HFR)/

(Sweep Panorama)/

(Scene Selection)

Identifying parts

GControl dial

HMulti/Micro USB Terminal*

• Supports Micro USB compatible

device.

ICharge lamp

JHDMI micro jack

Km (Microphone) jack

• When an external microphone is

connected, the microphone is

turned on automatically. If the

external microphone is a plug-in-

power type, the power of the

microphone is supplied by the

camera.

* For details on compatible accessories

for the multi interface shoe and the

Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the

Sony web site, or consult your Sony

dealer or local authorized Sony

service facility. You can also use

accessories that are compatible with

the accessory shoe. Operations with

other manufacturers’ accessories are

not guaranteed.

LEye sensor

MViewfinder

NEyepiece cup

• Not attached to the camera at the

factory. It is recommended that

you attach the eyepiece cup when

you intend to use the viewfinder.

Attaching/removing the

eyepiece cup

• Remove the eyepiece cup when

you attach an accessory (sold

separately) to the Multi Interface

Shoe.

OMonitor

• You can adjust the screen to an

easily viewable angle and shoot

from any position.

PDiopter-adjustment dial

• Adjust the diopter-adjustment

dial to your eyesight until the

display appears clearly in the

viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn

the diopter-adjustment dial,

remove the eyepiece cup and then

adjust the dial.

Q(Flash pop-up) button

RMENU button

SAF/MF/AEL switch lever

TFor shooting: AF/MF button/

AEL button

For viewing: (Enlarge) button

UMOVIE (Movie) button

VFor shooting:

Fn (Function) button

For viewing:

(Send to Smartphone) button

• You can display the screen for

[Send to Smartphone] by

pressing the (Send to

Smartphone) button.

WControl wheel

XCenter button

YC2 (Custom 2) button/

(Delete) button

Z(Playback) button

A (N Mark)

• Touch the mark when you

connect the camera to a

smartphone equipped with the

NFC function.

• NFC (Near Field

Communication) is an

international standard of the

short-range wireless

communication technology.

BConnection plate cover

• Use this when using an AC-

PW20 AC Adaptor (sold

separately). Insert the connection

plate into the battery

compartment, and then pass the

cord through the connection plate

cover as shown below.

• Make sure that the cord is not

pinched when you close the

cover.

CTripod socket hole

• Use a tripod with a screw less

than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.

Otherwise, you cannot firmly

secure the camera, and damage to

the camera may occur.

DAccess lamp

EBattery/memory card cover

FMemory card slot

GBattery insertion slot

HBattery lock lever

Lens

See page 45 on the specifications of

the lenses.

E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6

OSS (supplied with

ILCE-6300L)

AZooming ring/Focusing ring

BZooming lever

CMounting index

DLens contacts*

* Do not touch this part directly.

Inserting the battery pack

1Open the cover.

2Insert the battery pack.

• While pressing the battery lock lever, insert the battery pack as

illustrated. Make sure that the battery lock lever locks after insertion.

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

camera.

Battery lock lever

• If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the

wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped

because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature

gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend

charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C

(50ºF to 86ºF).

Charging the battery pack

1Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied),

using the micro USB cable (supplied).

2Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.

• Turn off the camera while charging the battery.

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

• When the charge lamp flashes and charging is not finished, remove and

re-insert the battery pack.

• For some countries/regions, connect the power cord (mains lead) to the

AC Adaptor, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall

socket).

Notes

Charge lamp

Lit: Charging

Off: Charging finished

Flashing:

Charging error or charging paused

temporarily because the camera is not

within the proper temperature range

• 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 terminal section of the battery.

• Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If

malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall

outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.

• When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall

socket).

• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied)

and AC Adaptor (supplied).

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 150 minutes using the AC Adaptor

(supplied). The charge lamp lights up and then immediately turns off when the

battery pack is fully charged.

• The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a

temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of

use and circumstances.

Charging by connecting to a computer

The battery pack can be charged by

connecting the camera to a computer using a

micro USB cable.

• If the camera is connected to a laptop computer

that is not connected to a power source, the

laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge

for an extended period of time.

• Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from

sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer

and the camera. That may cause the camera to malfunction. Before turning on/off,

or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect

the camera and the computer.

• No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified

computer.

Notes

To a USB jack

Battery life and number of images that can be

recorded and played back

• The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The

number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.

• The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following

conditions:

– Using a Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark2) media (sold separately).

– When an E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS lens is attached.

– The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

– [Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual] [±0]

– [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual] [±0]

– [Display Quality]: [Standard]

• The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for

shooting under the following conditions:

(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)

– DISP is set to [Display All Info.].

– [Focus Mode]: [Automatic AF]

– Shooting once every 30 seconds.

– The flash is used once every two times.

– The power is turned on and off once every ten times.

• The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard, and is

for shooting under the following conditions:

– [ Record Setting]: XAVC S HD 60p 50M /50p 50M .

– Typical movie shooting: Battery life based on repeatedly starting/stopping

shooting, zooming, turning on/off, etc.

– Continuous movie shooting: Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the

limit (29 minutes) has been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE

button again. Other functions, such as zooming, are not operated.

Battery life Number of images

Shooting (still

images)

Monitor — Approx. 400 images

Viewfinder — Approx. 350 images

Typical movie

shooting

Monitor Approx. 75 min. —

Viewfinder Approx. 70 min. —

Continuous

movie shooting

Monitor Approx. 115 min. —

Viewfinder Approx. 115 min. —

Viewing (still images) Approx. 360 min. Approx. 7100 images

Notes

Supplying power

You can use the camera while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall

socket) by using the AC Adaptor (supplied).

• The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently

charged battery pack into the camera.

• If you use the camera while power is being supplied from a wall outlet (wall

socket), make sure that the icon ( ) displays on the monitor.

• Do not remove the battery pack while power is being supplied from a wall outlet

(wall socket). If you remove the battery pack, the camera will turn off.

• Do not remove the battery pack while the access lamp (page 12) is lit. The data on

the memory card may be damaged.

• As long as the power is on, the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera

is connected to the AC Adaptor.

• Under certain usage conditions, the battery power may be consumed as a backup

even when the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor while being used.

• Do not remove the micro USB cable while power is being supplied via USB

connection. Before you remove the micro USB cable, turn off the camera.

• While power is being supplied via USB connection, the temperature inside the

camera will rise and the continuous recording time may be shortened.

• When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that the mobile charger is

fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile

charger during use.

Notes

Memory cards that can be used

*1 Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more.

*2 SD Speed Class 4: or faster, or UHS Speed Class 1: or faster

*3 Memory cards that fulfill all of the following conditions:

– Capacity of 4 GB or more

– SD Speed Class 10: , or UHS Speed Class 1: or faster

When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class 3: is required.

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

1Open the cover.

2Insert the memory card.

• With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card

until it clicks into place.

3Close the cover.

Memory card For still

images

For movies

MP4 AVCHD XAVC S

Memory Stick PRO Duo

(Mark2 only) (Mark2 only) —

Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ *1

Memory Stick Micro™ (M2)

(Mark2 only) (Mark2 only) —

SD memory card *2 *2 —

SDHC memory card *2 *2 *3

SDXC memory card *2 *2 *3

microSD memory card *2 *2 —

microSDHC memory card *2 *2 *3

microSDXC memory card *2 *2 *3

Ensure the notched

corner faces

correctly.

• For details on the number of recordable still images and recordable duration of

movies, refer to pages 37 to 38. Check the tables to select a memory card with the

desired capacity.

• When an SDHC memory card is used to record XAVC S movies over extended

periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files of 4 GB. The

divided files can be integrated into a single file using PlayMemories Home.

• Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly. For memory cards

produced by manufacturers other than Sony, consult the manufacturers of the

products.

• When using Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory cards with this

camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.

To remove the memory card/battery pack

Memory card: Push the memory card in once to eject the memory card.

Battery pack: Slide the battery lock lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.

• Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp (page 12) is lit.

This may cause damage to data in the memory card.

Notes

Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or

remove the lens.

• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.

• Do not use excessive force when attaching a lens.

• The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold

separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount

Adaptor.

• When using a lens equipped with a tripod socket, attach the socket on the lens side

to the tripod to maintain balance.

Attaching/removing the lens

1If the cap or the packaging lid is attached, remove it

from the camera or the lens.

• Change the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations to keep

dust or debris from getting inside the camera.

2Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks on the

lens and the camera.

• Hold the camera facing down to prevent dust from entering into the

camera.

3While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn

the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.

• Be sure to put the lens on straight.

Notes

Removing the lens

• If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and

adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light source to

a digital signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the

shooting environment. The camera vibrates slightly when it is turned off, due to

the anti-dust function, to prevent dust from adhering to the image sensor.

However, attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty

locations.

• If any foreign material has adhered to the image sensor, try [Cleaning Mode]

(page 33) first and dust it off with a blower if necessary. For details, refer to the

“Help Guide.”

• Do not leave the camera with the lens removed.

• When you want to use body caps or rear lens caps, please purchase ALC-B1EM

(Body cap) or ALC-R1EM (Rear lens cap) (sold separately).

• When you use a lens with a power zoom, set the ON/OFF (Power) switch of the

camera to OFF and confirm that the lens is completely retracted before switching

lenses. If the lens has not retracted, do not press the lens in by force.

• When attaching the camera to a tripod, be sure not to touch the zooming/focusing

ring by mistake.

1Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the

lens counterclockwise until it stops.

Notes

Lens release button

Setting the language and the clock

1Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to ON.

Language setting screen is displayed when you turn on the camera for the

first time.

• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation.

2Select a desired language, then press z on the control

wheel.

Date & Time setting screen is displayed.

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

4Select a desired geographic location by following the

on-screen instructions, then press z.

5Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time] and [Date Format],

then press z.

• When setting [Date/Time], midnight is 12:00 AM, and noon is

12:00 PM.

6Check that [Enter] is selected, then press z.

Control wheel

ON/OFF (Power)

Select items: v/V/b/B

Set the numeric value of date and

time: v/V//

Set: z

Shooting still images

Shooting movies

• Continuous movie shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes maximum at

one time with the camera’s default settings, and when the ambient temperature is

approximately 25°C (77°F) (the duration of time available for movie recording

varies depending on the temperature environment, the recording format/setting, or

the usage conditions of the camera before you start recording (page 39)). When

movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the MOVIE

button again. The recording may stop in order to protect the camera depending on

the temperature of the camera or the battery.

• Do not pull up the flash manually. This may cause a malfunction.

• When using the zoom function 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 movie recording is finished.

Shooting still images/movies

1Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

When the image is in focus, the z or indicator lights.

2Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

1Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording.

• When using a lens with a zoom lever: Move the zoom lever.

When using a lens with a zoom ring: Turn the zoom ring.

2Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

Notes

Shutter button

MOVIE

Selecting next/previous image

Select an image by pressing B (next)/b (previous) on the control wheel or by

turning the control wheel. Press z in the center of the control wheel to view

movies.

Deleting an image

1Press the (Delete) button.

2Select [Delete] with v on the control wheel, then press z.

Returning to shooting images

Press the shutter button halfway down.

Viewing images

1Press the (Playback) button.

(Delete)

Control wheel

(Playback)

Select images:

B (next)/b (previous) or turn the

control wheel

Set: z

: Zoom in

Adjust: turn the control wheel

Control wheel

DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display.

ISO (ISO): Allows you to set the sensitivity based on the brightness.

(Image Index): Allows you to view multiple images in a single-image

screen at the same time.

(Exposure Comp.): Allows you to compensate the exposure and brightness

for the entire image.

(Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, such

as single shooting, continuous shooting, self-timer shooting or bracket

shooting.

z (Focus Standard): If you press this key when the [Focus Area] is set to

[Zone], [Flexible Spot], or [Expand Flexible Spot], you can change the

position of the focus area by pressing v/V/b/B on the control wheel. Also,

you can change the position of the focus area while shooting still images.

Depending on the options selected in [Focus Area] or [Center Lock-on AF],

the available functions varies when pressing the key.

Fn (Function) button

Allows you to register 12 functions and recall those functions when shooting.

1Press the Fn (Function) button.

2Select the desired function by pressing v/V/b/B on the control wheel.

3Select the setting value by turning the control wheel.

Control dial

You can instantly change the appropriate setting for each shooting mode just

by turning the control dial.

Introduction of other functions

Control wheel

Control dial

AF/MF/AEL

switch lever

Fn (Function)

AF/MF/AEL switch lever

You can switch the function of the AF/MF/AEL button to AF/MF or AEL by

changing the position of the AF/MF/AEL switch lever.

When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the AF/MF position and

press the button, the focusing mode temporarily switches between auto and

manual (AF/MF control). When you move the AF/MF/AEL switch lever to the

AEL position and press the button, the exposure is locked (AE lock).

Menu Items

(Camera Settings)

Image Size Selects the size of still images.

Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still images.

Quality Sets the image quality for still images.

Panorama: Size Selects the size of panoramic images.

Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images.

File Format Selects the movie file format.

Record Setting Selects the size of the recorded movie frame.

Dual Video REC

Sets whether to simultaneously record an XAVC S

movie and MP4 movie or an AVCHD movie and

MP4 movie.

HFR Settings Sets the High Frame Rate shooting settings.

Drive Mode Sets the drive mode, such as for continuous shooting.

Bracket Settings

Sets self-timer shooting in bracket mode, shooting

order for exposure bracketing, and white balance

bracketing.

Flash Mode Sets the flash settings.

Flash Comp. Adjusts the intensity of flash output.

Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using flash.

Focus Mode Selects the focus method.

Focus Area Selects the area of focus.

AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator, which provides light for a

dark scene to aid focusing.

AF drive speed Switches focusing speed when using autofocus in

movie mode.

AF Track Sens Sets the AF tracking sensitivity in movie mode.

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

Exposure step Selects the size of the increment step for shutter

speed, aperture, and exposure.

ISO Sets the ISO sensitivity.

ISO AUTO Min. SS Sets the slowest shutter speed at which ISO

sensitivity will start to change in [ISO AUTO] mode.

Metering Mode Selects the method for measuring brightness.

White Balance Adjusts the color tones of an image.

DRO/Auto HDR Compensates automatically for brightness and

contrast.

Creative Style Selects the desired image processing. You can also

adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness.

Picture Effect Selects the desired effect filter to achieve a more

impressive and artistic expression.

Picture Profile Changes settings such as color and tone.

Zoom Sets the zoom scale for Clear Image Zoom and

Digital Zoom.

Focus Magnifier Enlarges the image before shooting so that you can

check the focus.

Long Exposure

Sets noise reduction processing for shots with a

shutter speed of 1 second or longer.

High ISO NR Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity

shooting.

Center Lock-on AF

Sets the function to track a subject and continue

focusing when pressing the center button in the

shooting screen.

Smile/Face Detect.

Selects to detect faces and adjust various settings

automatically. Sets to automatically release the

shutter when a smile is detected.

Soft Skin Effect Sets the Soft Skin Effect and the effect level.

Auto Obj.

Framing

Analyzes the scene when capturing faces, close-ups,

or subjects tracked by the Lock-on AF function, and

automatically trims and saves another copy of the

image with a more impressive composition.

(Custom Settings)

Auto Mode You can shoot selecting either Intelligent Auto or

Superior Auto.

Scene Selection Selects pre-set settings to match various scene

conditions.

Movie/HFR Selects the exposure mode to suit your subject or

effect.

SteadyShot

Sets SteadyShot for shooting still images and movies.

Reduces blur from camera shake when shooting while

holding the camera.

Color Space Changes the range of reproducible colors.

Auto Slow Shut. Sets the function that automatically adjusts the shutter

speed following the brightness of the environment.

Audio Recording Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie.

Audio Rec Level Adjusts the audio recording level during movie

recording.

Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie recording.

Memory recall Calls up settings pre-registered in [Memory].

Memory Registers the desired modes or camera settings.

Zebra Displays stripes to adjust brightness.

MF Assist Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.

Focus Magnif. Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an

enlarged form.

AF in Focus Mag.

Sets whether or not to autofocus when an enlarged

image is being displayed. While the enlarged image is

being displayed, you can focus within a smaller area

than the flexible spot.

Grid Line Sets a grid line display to enable alignment to a

structural outline.

Marker Display Sets whether to display the marker on the monitor

when recording movies.

Marker Settings Sets the marker displayed on the monitor when

recording movies.

Audio Level Display Sets Audio Level Display.

Auto Review Sets auto review to display the captured image after

shooting.

DISP Button

Sets the type of information to be displayed on the

monitor or in the viewfinder by pressing DISP on the

control wheel.

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

specific color when focusing manually.

Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function.

Exposure Set. Guide Sets the guide displayed when exposure settings are

changed in the shooting screen.

Live View Display Sets whether or not to reflect settings such as

exposure compensation in screen display.

AF Area Auto Clear

Sets whether the focus area should be displayed all

the time or disappear shortly after the focus is

achieved.

Disp. cont. AF area Sets whether or not to display the focus area in

[Continuous AF] mode.

Pre-AF Sets whether or not to perform auto focus before the

shutter button is half pressed.

Zoom Setting Sets whether to use the Clear Image Zoom and Digital

Zoom when zooming.

Eye-Start AF

Sets whether to use auto focus when you look through

the viewfinder if an LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount

Adaptor (sold separately) is attached.

FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder

and the monitor.

Finder Frame

Rate

Sets the frame rate for the viewfinder when shooting

still images.

Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there

is no lens.

Release w/o Card Sets whether to release the shutter when a memory

card is not inserted.

Priority Set in AF-S

Sets the timing of the shutter release when [Focus

Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF], [DMF] or

[Automatic AF] with a still subject.

Priority Set in AF-C

Sets the timing of the shutter release when [Focus

Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF]

with a moving subject.

AF w/ shutter

Sets whether to perform AF when the shutter button is

half pressed. This is useful when you want to adjust

the focus and exposure separately.

AEL w/ shutter

Sets whether to perform AEL when the shutter button

is half pressed. This is useful when you want to adjust

the focus and exposure separately.

Silent Shooting Shoots images without the shutter sound.

e-Front Curtain Shut. Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter

function.

S. Auto Img. Extract.

When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto] and

the camera recognizes the scene to be shot with

multiple images, this sets whether to extract an image

automatically and save it.

Exp.comp.set Sets whether to reflect exposure compensation value

to flash compensation.

Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be given priority in

the focus.

AF Micro Adj.

Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using

the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold

separately).

Lens Comp. Selects the type of the lens compensation.

AF System Sets the auto focus method when an LA-EA1/LA-

EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached.

Function Menu Set. Customizes the functions displayed when the Fn

(Function) button is pressed.

Custom Key(Shoot.)

Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to

perform operations more quickly by pressing the keys

when shooting images.

Custom Key(PB)

Assigning functions to the keys allows you to perform

operations more quickly by pressing the keys when

playing back images.

Dial/Wheel Setup

Sets the function of the control dial and the control

wheel when the exposure mode is set to M. You can

adjust the shutter speed or aperture with this setting.

(Wireless)

Dial/Wheel Ev Comp Adjusts the exposure compensation with the control

dial or the control wheel.

Zoom Ring Rotate

Assigns the zoom in/out to the rotational direction of

the zoom lens. This function is only available with a

power zoom lens that is compatible with this function.

MOVIE Button Sets whether to always activate the MOVIE button.

Dial/Wheel Lock

Sets whether to disable the control dial and the

control wheel temporarily by using the Fn button

when shooting. You can disable/enable the control

dial and the control wheel by pressing and holding

down the Fn button.

Send to Smartphone Transfers images to display on a smartphone.

Send to Computer Backs up images by transferring them to a computer

connected to a network.

View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV.

One-touch(NFC)

Assigns an application to One-touch (NFC). You can

call up the application when shooting by touching an

NFC-enabled smartphone to the camera.

Airplane Mode You can set this device to not perform wireless

communications.

WPS Push

You can register the access point to the camera easily

by pushing the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)

button.

Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually.

Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct,

etc.

Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the camera.

SSID/PW Reset Resets the SSID and password for the smartphone

connection.

Reset Network Set. Resets all network settings.

(Application)

(Playback)

(Setup)

Application List Displays the application list. You can select the

application you want to use.

Introduction Displays instructions on using the application.

Delete Deletes an image.

View Mode Sets the way in which images are grouped for

playback.

Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time.

Display Rotation Sets the playback direction of the recorded image.

Slide Show Shows a slide show.

Rotate Rotates the image.

Enlarge Image Enlarges the playback images.

Protect Protects the images.

Specify Printing Adds a print order mark to a still image.

Monitor Brightness Sets the monitor brightness.

Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of the electronic viewfinder.

Finder Color Temp. Sets the color temperature of the viewfinder.

Gamma Disp. Assist

Converts an S-Log image to an ITU709-equivalent

image and displays it on the viewfinder or on the

monitor.

Volume Settings Sets the volume for movie playback.

Audio signals Sets the operating sound on/off for when the image is

in focus or when the self-timer is started.

Upload Settings Sets the upload function of the camera when using an

Eye-Fi card.

Tile Menu Sets whether to display the tile menu every time you

press the MENU button.

Mode Dial Guide Turns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each

shooting mode) on or off.

Delete confirm. Sets whether Delete or Cancel is preselected in the

Delete confirmation screen.

Display Quality Sets the display quality.

Pwr Save Start Time Sets the time intervals to automatically switch to

power save mode.

NTSC/PAL Selector*1By changing the TV format of the device, shooting in

a different movie format is possible.

Cleaning Mode Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor.

Demo Mode Sets demonstration movie playback to on or off.

TC/UB Settings Sets the time code (TC) and user bit (UB).

Remote Ctrl Sets whether to use the infrared remote control.

HDMI Settings Sets the HDMI settings.

4K Output Sel.

Sets how to record and output 4K movies via HDMI

when the camera is connected to an external recorder/

player that supports 4K.

USB Connection Sets the USB connection method.

USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting the functions of

the USB connection.

USB Power Supply

Sets whether to supply power via USB connection

when the camera is connected to a computer or USB

device using a micro USB cable. If you use the

supplied AC Adaptor, power will be supplied

regardless of whether this setting is on or off.

Language Selects the language.

Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time, and daylight savings.

Area Setting Sets the location of use.

Format Formats the memory card.

File Number Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still

images and movies.

Set File Name Changes the first 3 characters of the file name for still

images.

Select REC Folder Changes the selected folder for storing still images

and movies (MP4).

*1 If you switch this item, it will be required to format the memory card in the setting

compatible with the PAL or NTSC system respectively. Also, note that it may not

be possible to play back movies recorded with the NTSC system on a PAL system

TV.

*2 Overseas model only

New Folder Creates a new folder for storing still images and

movies (MP4).

Folder Name Sets the folder name for still images.

Recover Image DB Recovers the image database file and enables

recording and playback.

Display Media Info.

Displays the remaining recording time of movies and

the recordable number of still images on the memory

card.

Version Displays the camera software version.

Certification Logo*2The certification can be displayed on the camera.

Setting Reset Restores settings to their defaults.

Installing the following software to your computer will make your camera

experience more convenient.

• PlayMemories Home™: Imports images to your computer and lets you use

them in different ways (page 36).

• Image Data Converter: Displays RAW images and processes them.

• Remote Camera Control: Controls a camera connected to your computer via

a USB cable.

You can download and install this software to your computer from the

following URLs.

• When using Remote Camera Control, select the MENU button t (Setup) t

[USB Connection] t [PC Remote] and then connect the camera to your

computer.

Using software

1Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to one

of the following URLs, and then follow the instructions

on the screen to download the desired software.

Windows:

http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/

Mac:

http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/

• An Internet connection is required.

• For details on operation, refer to the support page or Help page of the

software.

Notes

The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and

movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required for

importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to your computer.

http://www.sony.net/pm/

• An Internet connection is required to use PlayMemories Online or other network

services. PlayMemories Online or other network services may not be available in

some countries or regions.

• 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 during the installation. Use PlayMemories Home, the successor

software of PMB.

• When you connect the camera to your computer, new functions may be installed in

PlayMemories Home. It is recommended to connect the camera to the computer

even if PlayMemories Home has already been installed on the computer.

• Do not disconnect the micro USB cable (supplied) from the camera while the

operating screen or the accessing screen is displayed. Doing so may damage the

data.

• To disconnect the camera from the computer, click on the tasktray, then click

[Eject ILCE-6300].

Importing images to your computer and using

them (PlayMemories Home)

Notes

Importing images from your camera

Sharing images on

PlayMemories Online™

Uploading

images to

network services

Creating

movie

discs

Viewing images

on a calendar

For Windows, the following functions are also

available:

Playing back imported

images

You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the

application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps™) via the

Internet.

http://www.sony.net/pmca/

• After installing an application, you can call up the application by touching an

NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the N mark on the camera, using the

[One-touch(NFC)] function.

The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the

shooting conditions and the memory card.

Still images

The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be

recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined

using Sony standard memory cards for testing.

[ Image Size]: L: 24M

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

* 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].)

Adding functions to the camera

Number of still images and recordable time of

movies

Quality Number of still images

8GB 64 GB

Standard 1300 images 10500 images

Fine 820 images 6600 images

Extra fine 405 images 3250 images

RAW & JPEG 215 images 1750 images

RAW 295 images 2400 images

Movies

The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory

card formatted with this camera. The recording time for XAVC S and AVCHD

movies is the recording time when shooting with [Dual Video REC] set to [Off].

*1 Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC

*2 File format for High Frame Rate shooting (The values shown are available

recording times when shooting, not durations when playing back.)

File

Format Record Setting

Recordable time (h (hour), m (minute))

8 GB 32 GB 64 GB

XAVC S

30p 100M/25p 100M 9 m 35 m 1 h 15 m

30p 60M/25p 60M 15 m 1 h 2 h 5 m

24p 100M *1/ – 9m 35m 1h 15m

24p 60M *1/ – 15m 1h 2h 5m

XAVC S

60p 50M /50p 50M 15 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 35 m

30p 50M /25p 50M 15 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 35 m

24p 50M *1/ – 15 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 35 m

120p 100M/100p 100M 9 m 35 m 1 h 15 m

120p 60M/100p 60M 15 m 1 h 2 h 5 m

30p 16M*2/25p 16M*2 10 m 55 m 1 h 55 m

24p 12M*1*2/ – 10 m 55 m 1 h 55 m

AVCHD 60i 24M(FX) /

50i 24M(FX) 40 m 3 h 6 h

60i 17M(FH) /

50i 17M(FH) 55 m 4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m

60p 28M(PS) /

50p 28M(PS) 35 m 2 h 30 m 5 h 5 m

24p 24M(FX) /

25p 24M(FX) 40 m 3 h 6 h

24p 17M(FH) /

25p 17M(FH) 55 m 4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m

MP4 1080/60p 28M /

1080/50p 28M 35 m 2 h 35 m 5 h 20 m

1080/30p 16M /

1080/25p 16M 1 h 4 h 10 m 8 h 25 m

720/30p 6M /

720/25p 6M 2h 35m 10h 55m 22h

• Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (a product

specification limit). However, the duration of time available for continuous movie

recording varies under the following conditions.

– High Frame Rate shooting: Approximately 7 minutes at [30p 16M]/[25p 16M];

approximately 5 minutes 30 seconds at [24p 12M]

– When the file format is set to MP4 (28M): Approximately 20 minutes (limited

by file size of 4 GB)

• 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.

• It requires a lot of power to perform high quality movie recording or continuous

shooting using the image sensor. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the

temperature inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor. In such

cases, the camera turns off automatically since higher temperatures affect the

quality of the images or affect the internal mechanism of the camera.

• The duration of time available for movie recording is as follows when the camera

starts recording with the camera’s default settings after the power of the camera

has been turned off for a while. (The following values indicate the continuous time

from when the camera starts recording until the camera stops recording.)

HD: XAVC S HD 60p 50M/50p 50M

4K: XAVC S 4K 24p 60M

• The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature,

the recording format/setting, or condition of the camera before you start recording.

If you frequently recompose or shoot images after the power is turned on, the

temperature inside the camera will rise and the recording time available will be

shorter.

• When is indicated, stop recording the movie.

• If the camera stops recording due to the temperature, leave it for several minutes

with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera

drops fully.

Notes on continuous movie recording

Ambient temperature Continuous recording

time for movies (HD)

Continuous recording

time for movies (4K)

20°C (68°F) About 29 minutes About 20 minutes

30°C (86°F) About 29 minutes About 20 minutes

40°C (104°F) About 29 minutes About 20 minutes

Functions built into this camera

• This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 50p-format movies. 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.

• This camera is compatible with 4K 30p/4K 25p/4K 24p recording. Movies can be

recorded in a higher resolution than HD format.

On use and care

Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as

hammering, dropping, or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens.

Notes on recording/playback

• Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is

working correctly.

• This camera is designed to be dust and moisture-resistant, but is not waterproof or

splash-proof.

• Do not directly expose the lens to beams such as laser beams. That may damage

the image sensor and cause the camera to malfunction.

• Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. This may cause

irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause a malfunction of the lens.

• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera.

• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may not be

able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become unusable or

image data may be damaged.

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.

• Under direct sunlight or near a heater

The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a

malfunction.

• In a location subject to shaking or vibration

• Near a location that generates strong radio waves, emits radiation or is strongly

magnetic

In such locations, the camera may not properly record or play back images.

• 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 storing

Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the camera.

Notes on using the camera

Notes on the monitor, electronic viewfinder and lens

• The monitor and electronic viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high-

precision technology, and 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 monitor and electronic viewfinder. These dots are a normal result of

the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording.

• Do not hold the camera by the monitor.

• When the lens is operating, be careful not to let your finger be caught by the lens.

About the magnets

There are magnets attached to the back of the monitor and in the area around the

flash. Do not put objects that are affected by magnetic fields, such as a floppy disk

or a credit card to the monitor or the camera body.

Notes on shooting with the viewfinder

When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as

eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at

regular intervals when you are shooting with the viewfinder.

The required length or frequency of the break may differ depending on the

individuals, so you are advised to decide at your own discretion. In case you may

feel uncomfortable, refrain from using the viewfinder until your condition recovers,

and consult your doctor as necessary.

On using the lenses and accessories

It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the

characteristics of this camera.

Using the products of other manufacturers may cause the camera not to operate to its

capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera.

Notes on the flash

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

• If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction.

• Be sure to keep your fingers out of the way when you press the flash down.

On camera’s temperature

Camera body and battery may get warm with use – this is normal.

On the overheat protection

Depending on the camera and battery temperature, you may be unable to record

movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera.

A message will be displayed on the monitor before the power turns off or when you

can no longer record movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the

camera and battery temperature goes down. If you turn on the power without letting

the camera and battery cool down enough, the power may turn off again or you may

be unable to record movies.

On charging the battery

If you charge a battery that has not been used for a long time, you may be unable to

charge it to the proper capacity.

This is due to the battery characteristics. Charge the battery again.

Warning on copyright

• Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.

Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the

• To prevent [Copyright Info] from being used illegally, leave [Set Photographer]

and [Set Copyright] blank when you lend or transfer the camera.

• Sony bears no responsibility for any trouble or damage caused by unauthorized

use of [Copyright Info].

No guarantee in the case of damaged content or recording failures

Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record or loss or damage of

recorded images or audio data due to a malfunction of the camera or recording

media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.

Cleaning the camera surface

Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe

the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing:

– Do not expose the camera to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol,

disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide.

Maintaining the monitor

• Hand cream or moisturizer left on the monitor may dissolve its coating. If you get

any of these substances on the monitor, wipe it off immediately.

• Wiping forcefully with tissue paper or other materials can damage the coating.

• If fingerprints or debris are stuck to the monitor, we recommend that you gently

remove any debris and then wipe the monitor clean with a soft cloth.

Notes on wireless LAN

We assume no responsibility whatsoever for any damage caused by unauthorized

access to, or unauthorized use of, destinations loaded on the camera, resulting from

loss or theft.

Notes on security when using wireless LAN products

• Always make sure that you are using a secure wireless LAN to avoid hacking,

access by malicious third parties, or other vulnerabilities.

• It is important that you set the security settings when using a wireless LAN.

• If a security problem arises because no security precautions are in place or due to

any inevitable circumstances when using a wireless LAN, Sony bears no

responsibility for the loss or damage.

Camera

[System]

Camera type: Interchangeable lens

digital camera

Lens: Sony E-mount lens

[Image sensor]

Image sensor: APS-C format (23.5 mm

× 15.6 mm) CMOS image sensor

Effective pixel number of camera:

Approx. 24 200 000 pixels

Total pixel number of image sensor:

Approx. 25 000 000 pixels

[Anti-Dust]

System: Charge protection coating on

Optical Filter and ultrasonic

vibration mechanism

[Auto focus system]

System: Phase detection system/

Contrast detection system

Sensitivity range: EV-1 to EV20 (at

ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.0

lens)

[Exposure control]

Metering method: 1 200-segment

metering by the image sensor

Metering range: EV-2 to EV20 (at

ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.0

lens)

ISO sensitivity (Recommended

exposure index):

Still images: AUTO, ISO 100 –

ISO 25 600 (Extended ISO:

Maximum ISO 51 200)

Movies: AUTO, ISO 100 –

ISO 25 600 equivalent

Exposure compensation: ±5.0 EV

(switchable between 1/3 and

1/2 EV steps)

[Shutter]

Type: Electronically-controlled,

vertical-traverse, focal-plane type

Speed range:

Still images: 1/4 000 second to

30 seconds, BULB

Movies: 1/4 000 second to

1/4 second (1/3 EV step)

– 1080 60i-compatible device up to

1/60 second in AUTO mode (up

to 1/30 second in Auto slow

shutter mode)

– 1080 50i-compatible device up to

1/50 second in AUTO mode (up

to 1/25 second in Auto slow

shutter mode)

Flash sync speed: 1/160 second

[Recording media]

Memory Stick PRO Duo media,

SD card

[Monitor]

LCD monitor: Wide, 7.5 cm (3.0 type)

TFT drive

Total number of dots: 921 600 dots

[Electronic viewfinder]

Type: Electronic viewfinder

Total number of dots: 2 359 296 dots

Frame coverage: 100%

Magnification:

Approx. 1.07 ×

Approx. 0.70 × (35 mm-format

equivalent) with 50 mm lens at

infinity, –1 m–1 (diopter)

Specifications

Eye point (CIPA compliant):

Approx. 23 mm from the eyepiece,

approx. 21.4 mm from the eyepiece

frame at –1 m–1

Diopter Adjustment: –4.0 m–1 to

+3.0 m–1

[Input/output terminals]

Multi/Micro USB Terminal*:

Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)

* Supports Micro USB compatible

device.

HDMI: HDMI type D micro jack

m (Microphone) Terminal:

3.5 mm Stereo mini jack

[Power]

Battery type: Rechargeable battery

pack NP-FW50

[Power consumption (while

shooting)]

When using an E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5

– 5.6 OSS lens*

Approx. 2.5 W (during shooting

with the viewfinder)

Approx. 2.2 W (during shooting

with the monitor)

* supplied with ILCE-6300L

[Others]

Exif Print: Compatible

PRINT Image Matching III:

Compatible

DPOF: Compatible

Dimensions (CIPA compliant)

(Approx.):

120.0 mm × 66.9 mm × 48.8 mm

(4 3/4 inches × 2 3/4 inches ×

1 15/16 inches) (W/H/D)

Mass (CIPA compliant) (Approx.):

404 g (14.3 oz)

(including battery and Memory

Stick PRO Duo media)

361 g (12.8 oz) (camera only)

Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C

(32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C

(–4 °F to +140 °F)

File format:

Still image: JPEG compliant (DCF

Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF

Baseline), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3

Format)

Movies (XAVC S format):

MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S

ver.1.0 format compliant

Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Audio: LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit)

Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD

format Ver. 2.0 compatible

Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch

Dolby Digital Stereo Creator

• Manufactured under license from

Dolby Laboratories.

Movie (MP4 format):

Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch

USB communication: Hi-Speed

USB (USB 2.0)

[Flash]

Flash guide number: 6 (in meters at

ISO 100)

Recycling time: Approx. 4 seconds

Flash coverage: Covering 16 mm lens

(focal length that the lens indicates)

Flash compensation: ±3.0 EV

(switchable between 1/3 and

1/2 EV steps)

[Wireless LAN]

Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n

Frequency band: 2.4 GHz

Supported security protocols: WEP/

WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK

Configuration method: Wi-Fi Protected

Setup (WPS)/Manual

Access method: Infrastructure mode

NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag-

compliant

Model No. WW906746

AC Adaptor AC-UUD12/UUE12

Power requirements: AC 100 V to

240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 0.2 A

Output voltage: DC 5 V, 1.5 A

Rechargeable battery pack

NP-FW50

Battery type: Lithium-ion battery

Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V

Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V

Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V

Maximum charge current: 1.02 A

Capacity: 7.3 Wh (1 020 mAh)

Lens E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 –

5.6 OSS*1 (supplied with

ILCE-6300L)

Equivalent 35 mm-format focal

length*2: 24 mm – 75 mm

Lens groups – elements: 8 – 9

Angle of view*2: 83° – 32°

Minimum focus*3: 0.25 m – 0.3 m

(0.82 feet – 1 feet)

Maximum magnification: 0.215×

Minimum aperture: f/22 – f/36

Filter diameter: 40.5 mm

Dimensions (max. diameter × height):

Approx. 64.7 mm × 29.9 mm

(2 5/8 in. × 1 3/16 in.)

Mass: Approx. 116 g (4.1 oz.)

SteadyShot: Available

*1 Power zoom lens

*2 The values for equivalent 35 mm-

format focal length and angle of

view are based on digital cameras

equipped with an APS-C sized

image sensor.

*3 Minimum focus is the shortest

distance from the image sensor to the

subject.

Design and specifications are subject

to change without notice.

On focal length

The picture angle of this camera is

narrower than that of a 35 mm-format

camera. You can find the approximate

equivalent of the focal length of a

35 mm-format camera, and shoot with

the same picture angle, by increasing

the focal length of your lens by half.

For example, by using a 50 mm lens,

you can get the approximate equivalent

of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format

camera.

Trademarks

• Memory Stick and are

trademarks or registered trademarks

of Sony Corporation.

• XAVC S and are

registered trademarks of Sony

Corporation.

• “AVCHD Progressive” and

“AVCHD Progressive” logotype are

trademarks of Panasonic Corporation

and Sony Corporation.

• Dolby and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-

Definition Multimedia Interface, and

the HDMI Logo are trademarks or

registered trademarks of HDMI

Licensing LLC in the United States

and other countries.

• Windows is a registered trademark of

Microsoft Corporation in the United

States and/or other countries.

• Mac is a registered trademark of

Apple Inc. in the United States and

other countries.

• iPhone and iPad are registered

trademarks of Apple Inc. in the

United States and other countries.

• SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C,

LLC.

• Android and Google Play are

trademarks of Google Inc.

• Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi

Protected Setup are registered

trademarks or trademarks of the Wi-

Fi Alliance.

• The N Mark is a trademark or

registered trademark of NFC Forum,

Inc. in the United States and in other

countries.

• DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are

trademarks of Digital Living

Network Alliance.

• Facebook and the “f” logo are

trademarks or registered trademarks

of Facebook, Inc.

• YouTube and the YouTube logo are

trademarks or registered trademarks

of Google Inc.

• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.

• In addition, system and product

names used in this manual are, in

general, trademarks or registered

trademarks of their respective

developers or manufacturers.

However, the ™ or ® marks may not

be used in all cases in this manual.

On GNU GPL/LGPL applied

software

The software that is eligible for the

following GNU General Public

License (hereinafter referred to as

“GPL”) or GNU Lesser General

Public License (hereinafter referred

to as “LGPL”) are included in the

product.

This informs you that you have a

right to have access to, modify, and

redistribute source code for these

software programs under the

conditions of the supplied GPL/

LGPL.

Source code is provided on the web.

Use the following URL to download

it.

http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/

We would prefer you do not contact

us about the contents of source code.

Licenses (in English) are recorded in

the internal memory of your product.

Establish a Mass Storage connection

between the product and a computer

to read licenses in the “PMHOME” -

“LICENSE” folder.

Additional information on this product and

answers to frequently asked questions can be

found at our Customer Support Website.

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