Check out the Help Guide!
Notes on using your camera
Preparations for shooting
Shooting
Shooting movies
Using wireless functions
- Using the Wi-Fi/One-touch (NFC)/Bluetooth functions
- Connecting the camera to a wireless access point
Using a computer
- Connecting the camera to a computer
  - Connecting to a computer
  - Disconnecting the camera from the computer
- Introduction to computer software
MENU items/List of icons
About this product
- Specifications
Index

Sony 99 II User Manual

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Interchangeable Lens

Digital Camera

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1630/h_zz/

“Help Guide” (Web manual)

Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth

instructions on the many functions

of the camera.

Instruction Manual

A-mount

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English

Check out the

Help Guide!

The “Help Guide” is an on-line manual that you can read on your

computer or smartphone. Refer to it for details on menu items,

advanced usage, and the latest information on the camera.

Scan

here

http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1630/h_zz/

Instruction Manual

(this book) In-Camera Guide

This manual introduces some

basic functions.

For the quick start guide, see

“Startup guide” (page28). The

“Startup guide” introduces the

initial procedures from when you

open the package until you release

the shutter for the first shot.

The [In-Camera Guide] shows

explanations of the menu

items on the monitor of the

camera.

You can quickly pull up

information during shooting.

To use the [In-Camera Guide]

function, some settings must be

made beforehand. For details,

search “In-Camera Guide” in the

Help Guide.

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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. ILCA-

Serial No.

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard,

do not expose the unit to rain or

moisture.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

-SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

TO REDUCE THE

RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK,

CAREFULLY

FOLLOW THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

If the shape of the plug does not fit

the power outlet, use an attachment

plug adaptor of the proper

configuration for the power outlet.

CAUTION

Battery pack

If the battery pack is mishandled, the

battery pack can burst, cause a fire

or even chemical burns. Observe the

following cautions.

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not crush and do not expose the

battery pack to any shock or force

such as hammering, dropping or

stepping on it.

• Do not short circuit and do not allow

metal objects to come into contact

with the battery terminals.

• Do not expose to high temperature

above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct

sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking

lithium ion batteries.

• Be sure to charge the battery pack

using a genuine Sony battery charger

or a device that can charge the

battery pack.

• Keep the battery pack out of the

reach of small children.

• Keep the battery pack dry.

• Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by

Sony.

• Dispose of used battery packs

promptly as described in the

instructions.

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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.

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).

(A) (B)

Notice

If static electricity or

electromagnetism causes data

transfer to discontinue midway (fail),

restart the application or disconnect

and connect the communication

cable (USB, etc.) again.

This product has been tested and

found compliant with the limits set

out in the EMC regulation for using

connection cables shorter than

3meters (9.8feet).

The electromagnetic fields at the

specific frequencies may influence

the picture and sound of this unit.

For Customers in the U.S.A. and

Canada

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries

are recyclable.

You can help preserve

our environment by

returning your used

rechargeable batteries

to the collection and recycling

location nearest you.

For more information regarding

recycling of rechargeable batteries,

call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit

http://www.call2recycle.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or

leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

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

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This equipment complies with FCC

radiation exposure limits set forth

for an uncontrolled environment and

meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)

Exposure Guidelines. This equipment

has very low levels of RF energy that

is deemed to comply without testing

of specific absorption rate(SAR).

The available scientific evidence does

not show that any health problems

are associated with using low power

wireless devices. There is no proof,

however, that these low power

wireless devices are absolutely safe.

Low power Wireless devices emit low

levels of radio frequency energy (RF)

in the microwave range while being

used. Whereas high levels of RF can

produce health effects (by heating

tissue), exposure of low-level RF that

does not produce heating effects

causes no known adverse health

effects. Many studies of low-level

RF exposures have not found any

biological effects. Some studies

have suggested that some biological

effects might occur, but such

findings have not been confirmed by

additional research. This equipment

has been tested and found to

comply with IC radiation exposure

limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment and meets RSS-102 of

the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure

rules.

For Customers in the U.S.A.

If you have any questions about this

product, you may call:

Sony Customer Information Center

1-800-222-SONY (7669).

The number below is for the FCC

related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: WW067022

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.

This equipment must not be co-

located or operated in conjunction

with any other antenna or

transmitter.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes

or modifications not expressly

approved in this manual could

void your authority to operate this

equipment.

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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.

For Customers in Canada

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.

For Customers in Europe

Notice for the customers in the

countries applying EU Directives

Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1

Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075

Japan

For EU product compliance: Sony

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/

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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.

For Customers in Singapore

For Customers in U.A.E.

For Customers in Malaysia

For Customers in India

Battery Pack

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Table of contents

Check out the Help Guide!....................................................... 2

Notes on using your camera .................................................. 11

Preparations for shooting

Checking the camera and the supplied items .......................15

Identifying parts ...................................................................... 16

Front side .......................................................................16

Rear side ........................................................................ 17

Top side .........................................................................19

Sides .............................................................................. 20

Bottom .......................................................................... 22

Basic operations..................................................................... 23

Using the multi-selector ............................................... 23

Using the front multi-controller ................................... 23

Using the Fn (Function) button .................................... 25

How to use the Quick Navi screen ............................... 26

Startup guide ......................................................................... 28

Step 1: Charging the battery pack ................................ 28

Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera .... 29

Step 3: Inserting a memory card .................................. 30

Step 4: Attaching a lens ............................................... 32

Step 5: Setting the language and the clock ................ 34

Step 6: Shooting images in auto mode ....................... 35

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Shooting

Focusing ..................................................................................37

Focus Mode ...................................................................37

Auto focus .............................................................................. 39

Auto focus mechanism ................................................ 39

Focus Area .....................................................................41

Manual Focus ......................................................................... 43

Direct manual focus (DMF) ........................................... 44

Continuous shooting ............................................................. 45

Selecting a still image size/image quality ............................ 48

Image Size .............................................................. 48

Quality .................................................................... 49

Shooting movies

Movie recording formats .............................................. 50

File Format ...............................................................51

Record Setting ........................................................ 53

Using wireless functions

Using the Wi-Fi/One-touch (NFC)/Bluetooth functions ....... 56

Connecting the camera to a wireless access point .............. 57

Using a computer

Connecting the camera to a computer ................................. 58

Connecting to a computer ........................................... 58

Disconnecting the camera from the computer ........... 59

Introduction to computer software .......................................60

PlayMemories Home ....................................................60

Image Data Converter ..................................................60

Remote Camera Control ................................................ 61

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MENU items/List of icons

Using MENU items ................................................................. 62

List of MENU items ................................................................. 63

(Camera Settings1)................................................. 63

(Camera Settings2) ............................................... 70

(Wireless) ................................................................. 75

(Playback) ............................................................... 76

(Setup) .................................................................... 78

List of icons on the monitor ................................................... 82

Indicators on the display panel .................................... 87

About this product

Specifications ......................................................................... 88

Battery life and number of recordable images ........... 88

Memory cards that can be used .................................. 89

Number of recordable images ..................................... 90

Recordable movie times .............................................. 92

Specifications................................................................ 95

Index ....................................................................100

For details on the Wi-Fi functions and NFC One-touch functions, refer to the

attached document “Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide” or to the

“Help Guide” (page 2).

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Notes on using your camera

Along with this section, also see

“Precautions” in the Help Guide

(page2).

Screen language

You can select the language

displayed on the screen using the

menu (page 80).

Notes on recording/playback

• Once you format the memory

card, all the data recorded on

the memory card will be deleted

and cannot be restored. Before

formatting, copy the data to a

computer or other device.

• Before you start recording, make

a trial recording to make sure that

the camera is working correctly.

Notes on handling the product

• This camera is designed to be dust

and moisture-resistant, but is not

waterproof or splash-proof.

• Do not leave the camera, the

supplied accessories, or memory

cards within the reach of infants.

They may be accidentally

swallowed. If this occurs, consult a

doctor immediately.

No compensation for damaged

content or recording failure

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.

Notes on the monitor, electronic

viewfinder, lens, and image sensor

• 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, there may be some

small black dots and/or bright

dots (white, red, blue or green in

color) that constantly appear on the

monitor and electronic viewfinder.

These dots are normal due to the

manufacturing process and do not

affect the images in any way.

• Do not hold the camera by the

monitor.

• Do not leave the lens or the

viewfinder exposed to a strong

light source such as sunlight.

Because of the lens’s condensing

function, doing so may cause

smoke, fire, or a malfunction inside

the camera body or the lens. If you

have to leave the camera exposed

to a light source such as sunlight,

attach the lens cap to the lens.

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• When you shoot with backlighting,

keep the sun sufficiently far away

from the angle of view. Otherwise,

the sunlight may enter the focus

inside the camera and cause smoke

or fire. Even if the sun is slightly

away from the angle of view, it may

still cause smoke or fire.

• 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 sunlight or a strong

light source through the lens when

it is detached. This may result in

unrecoverable damage to the eyes

or cause a malfunction.

• Do not use the camera in areas

where strong radio waves or

radiation are being emitted.

Recording and playback may not

function correctly.

• Images may trail across on the

screen in a cold location. This is not

a malfunction.

• The recorded image may be

different from the image you

monitored before recording.

Notes on using lenses and

accessories

It is recommended that you use Sony

lenses/accessories designed to suit

the characteristics of this camera.

Using this camera with products from

other manufacturers may affect its

performance, leading to accidents

or malfunction. Sony bears no

responsibility for such accidents or

malfunction.

Notes on the Multi Interface Shoe

• When attaching or detaching

accessories such as an external

flash to the Multi Interface Shoe,

first turn the power to OFF. When

attaching the accessory, confirm

that it is firmly fastened to the

camera.

• Do not use the Multi Interface Shoe

with a commercially available flash

that applies voltages of 250 V or

more or has the opposite polarity

of the camera. It may cause a

malfunction.

Notes on shooting with the

viewfinder

• The image may be slightly distorted

near the corners of the viewfinder.

This is not a malfunction. When you

want to see the full composition

with all its details, you can also use

the monitor.

• If you pan the camera while looking

into the viewfinder or move your

eyes around, the image in the

viewfinder may be distorted or the

color of the image may change.

This is a characteristic of the

lens or display device and is not

a malfunction. When you shoot

an image, we recommend that

you look at the center area of the

viewfinder.

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• 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.

In case you may feel

uncomfortable, refrain from using

the viewfinder until your condition

recovers, and consult your doctor

as necessary.

Notes on continuous shooting

During continuous shooting, the

monitor or viewfinder may flash

between the shooting screen and a

black screen. If you keep watching

the screen in this situation, you may

experience uncomfortable symptoms

such as feeling of unwellness. If

you experience uncomfortable

symptoms, stop using the camera,

and consult your doctor as necessary.

Notes on recording for long

periods of time or recording 4K

movies

• 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 screen

before the power turns off or 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 enough,

the power may turn off again

or you may be unable to record

movies.

• Under high ambient temperatures,

the temperature of the camera

rises quickly.

• When the temperature of the

camera rises, the image quality

may deteriorate. It is recommended

that you wait until the temperature

of the camera drops before

continuing to shoot.

• The surface of the camera may get

warm. This is not a malfunction.

• Especially during 4K movie

shooting, the recording time may

be shorter under low temperature

conditions. Warm up the battery

pack or replace it with a new

battery.

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Notes on playing back movies on

other devices

Movies recorded with this camera

may not be played back correctly on

other devices. Also, movies recorded

with other devices may not be played

back correctly on this camera.

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

On the data specifications

described in this manual

The data on performance and

specifications are defined under

the following conditions, except

as described in this manual: at an

ordinary ambient temperature of

25ºC (77°F), and using a battery pack

that has been fully charged until the

charge lamp has turned off.

How to turn off wireless network

functions (Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth

function, etc.) temporarily

When you board an airplane, etc.,

you can turn off all wireless network

functions temporarily.

Select MENU button  (Wireless)

 [Airplane Mode]  [On].

If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an

(airplane) mark will be displayed

on the screen.

Notes on wireless LAN

If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony

bears no responsibility for the loss or

damage caused by illegal access or

use of the registered access point on

the camera.

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.

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Preparations for shooting

Checking the camera and the supplied

items

The number in parentheses

indicates the number of pieces.

•Camera (1)

•Battery charger (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.

•NP-FM500H Rechargeable

battery pack (1)

•Micro USB cable (1)

•Shoulder strap (1)

•Body cap (1) (Attached to the

camera)

•Shoe cap (1) (Attached to the

camera)

•Eyepiece cup (1) (Attached to

the camera)

•Instruction Manual (1) (this

manual)

•Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch

(NFC) Guide (1)

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Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details.

Front side

 Shutter button (35)

 ON/OFF (Power) switch (34)

 Front dial

You can quickly adjust the

settings for each shooting

mode.

 Remote sensor/Self-timer

lamp

 Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)

 Preview button

 Mount

 Lens contacts *

 Mirror*

 Microphone**

 Mode dial lock release button

 Mode dial (36)

 C2 button (Custom button 2)

(74)

 Mounting index (32)

 Lens release button (33)

 Front multi-controller (23)

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Preparations for shooting

 Front multi-controller click

switch (23)

* Do not directly touch these parts.

** Do not cover this part during

movie recording. Doing so may

cause noise or lower the volume.

Rear side

 Diopter-adjustment dial

Adjust the diopter-adjustment

dial according to your eyesight

until the display appears

clearly in the viewfinder. If it is

hard to operate the diopter-

adjustment dial, remove the

eyepiece cup before operating

the dial.

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 Eye sensor

 Eyepiece cup

 MENU button (62)

 Viewfinder*

 Monitor

You can adjust the monitor to

an easily viewable angle and

shoot from any position.

 MOVIE (Movie) button (36)

 For shooting: AEL button/

SLOW SYNC button

For viewing: (Image index)

button

When shooting with a flash,

shoot images while pressing

and holding the SLOW SYNC

button to brightly capture not

only the subject but also the

background.

 For shooting: AF/MF button

For viewing: (Enlarge)

button

 Rear dial

You can quickly adjust the

settings for each shooting

mode.

 Multi-selector/Center button

(23)

 DISP (Display) button (73)

 Access lamp

 For shooting: Fn (Function)

button (25, 74)

For viewing: (Send to

Smartphone) button

• You can display the screen

for [Send to Smartphone] by

pressing this button.

• When you attach a vertical

grip (sold separately),

pressing the (Image

rotation) button on the

vertical grip displays the

[Send to Smartphone] screen.

 (Smart Telecon.) button

Smart Teleconverter magnifies

and trims the center of the

image, then records it.

 (Playback) button (36)

 For shooting: C1 button

(Custom button 1) (74)

For viewing: (Delete) button

(36)

* Do not directly touch these parts.

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Top side

 FINDER/MONITOR button

(73)

 Multi Interface Shoe*

Some accessories may not go

in all the way and protrude

backward from the Multi

interface shoe. However,

when the accessory reaches

the front end of the shoe, the

connection is completed.

 Light sensor

 (Drive mode) button

(64)

 WB (White balance) button

(68)

 (Exposure compensation)

button (67)

 ISO button (67)

 (Display panel illumination)

button (87)

 Image sensor position

mark

The image sensor is the

sensor that converts light into

an electric signal. The

mark shows the location of

the image sensor. When you

measure the exact distance

between the camera and the

subject, refer to the position of

the horizontal line.

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If the subject is closer than the

minimum shooting distance of

the lens, the focus cannot be

confirmed. Make sure you put

enough distance between the

subject and the camera.

 Display panel (87)

* For details on compatible

accessories for the multi interface

shoe, visit the Sony website, or

consult your Sony dealer or local

authorized Sony service facility.

Accessories for the Accessory Shoe

can also be used. Operations with

other manufactures’ accessories

are not guaranteed.

Sides

 (Flash sync) terminal

 Speaker

 REMOTE terminal

When connecting the Remote

Commander (sold separately)

to the camera, insert the plug

of the Remote Commander

into the REMOTE terminal,

aligning the guide of the

plug with the guide of the

REMOTE terminal. Make sure

that the cord of the Remote

Commander faces forward.

  Microphone jack

When an external microphone

is connected, the internal

microphone turns off

automatically. When the

external microphone is a

plugin-power type, the power

of the microphone is supplied

by the camera.

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  Headphones jack

You can check the sound while

recording or playing back

movies.

 HDMI micro jack

 Multi/Micro USB Terminal*

(58)

This terminal supports Micro

USB-compatible devices.

 DC IN terminal

Use an AC Adaptor

(sold separately) that supports

shooting and playback to

supply power while shooting

or playing back images. When

connecting the AC Adaptor

(sold separately) to the camera,

turn the camera off, then

plug the connector of the AC

Adaptor into the DC IN terminal

on the camera.

 Hooks for shoulder strap

Attach both ends of the strap

onto the camera.

 (N mark) (56)

This mark indicates the touch

point for connecting the

camera and an NFC-enabled

Smartphone.

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• NFC (Near Field

Communication) is an

international standard

of short-range wireless

communication technology.

 SLOT1 (Memory card slot 1)

(30)

Supports SD cards and

Memory Stick PRO Duo

 SLOT2 (Memory card slot 2)

(32)

Supports SD cards only

* For details on compatible

accessories for the Multi/Micro

USB Terminal, visit the Sony

website, or consult your Sony

dealer or local authorized Sony

service facility.

Bottom

 Battery insertion slot (29)

 Battery cover (29)

 Tripod socket hole

Use a tripod with a screw less

than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches)

long. Otherwise, you cannot

firmly secure the camera, and

damage to the camera may

occur.

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Basic operations

Using the multi-selector

• Put your finger right on top of the multi-selector to manipulate it more

precisely.

• You can move the selection frame by pressing the multi-selector up/

down/left/right. The selection frame can be moved in eight directions

in some situations. The item selected with the multi-selector can be

entered by pressing the center of the multi-selector.

• Press the multi-selector left/right while playing back images to display

the previous or next image.

• The [Focus Standard] function is assigned to the center of the multi-

selector in the default settings.

Using the front multi-controller

You can change settings using the front multi-controller. The front-multi

controller can be assigned different functions in the still image and movie

recording modes.

1 Press the button on the

front multi-controller during

shooting to display the

setting screen.

2 Select the desired setting by turning the front multi-controller.

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3 Press the button on the front multi-controller to enter the

selection.

To change the assigned function

You can change the assigned function by pressing and holding the button

on the front multi-controller.

The assigned function can also be changed by selecting MENU 

(Camera Settings2)  [Custom Key(Shoot.)]  [ Front Multi Ctrl.]

or [ Front Multi Ctrl.].

Functions that can be assigned

Focus Mode Focus Area Select Focus Area

Shutter Speed Aperture Exposure Comp.

ISO Metering Mode White Balance

Creative Style Picture Effect Audio Rec Level

(only in movie mode)

Hint

• You can change the clicking pressure of the front multi-controller using the

click switch. By setting the click switch to “OFF,” you can change the setting

silently during movie recording.

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Using the Fn (Function) button

You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (function) button

and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be

registered to the Fn (Function) button.

1 When using the monitor,

press the DISP button

repeatedly to display a

screen mode other than

[For viewfinder], and then

press the Fn (Function) button.

• When using the viewfinder, this

procedure is not necessary.

Fn button

2 Select a function to set by pressing the multi-selector up/

down/left/right.

3 Select the desired setting by

turning the front dial, and

press the center of the multi-

selector.

• Some functions can be fine-

tuned using the rear dial.

To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens

Select the desired function in step 2,

then press the center of the multi-

selector. The dedicated setting screen

for the function will appear. Follow the

operating guide to adjust settings.

Operation guide

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How to use the Quick Navi screen

The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the

viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly.

1 Select MENU  (Camera Settings2)  [DISP Button] 

[Monitor]  [For viewfinder], then select [Enter].

2 Press the DISP button to set the screen mode to

[For viewfinder].

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

• The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just

guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays.

Auto mode

P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode

4 Select a function to set by pressing the multi-selector up/

down/left/right.

5 Select the desired setting by turning the front dial.

• Some functions can be fine-tuned using the rear dial.

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To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens

Select the desired function in step 4,

then press the center of the multi-

selector. The dedicated setting screen

for the function will appear. Follow the

operating guide to adjust settings.

Operation guide

Note

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

• When using [Creative Style], some settings can only be controlled from the

dedicated screen.

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Startup guide

Step 1: Charging the battery pack

1 Insert the battery pack into

the battery charger.

2 Connect the battery charger to

the wall outlet (wall socket).

The CHARGE lamp on the battery

charger will light up in orange and

charging will start.

• How to connect the battery

charger may differ depending

on the country/region.

CHARGE lamp (orange)

Lit: Charging

Off: Charging finished

Flashing: Charging error or

charging paused temporarily

because the camera is not within

the proper temperature range

With the battery charger that

can be connected to the wall

outlet (wall socket) directly

CHARGE lamp

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• Charging time (full charge):

approximately 175 min (when

charging a fully depleted battery

pack at a temperature of 25°C

(77°F))

• When the camera is being used

for the first time or when you

use a battery pack that has not

been used for a long time, the

CHARGE lamp may flash quickly

when the battery is charged for

the first time. If this happens,

remove the battery pack and

then re-insert it to recharge.

• Connect the battery charger

to the nearest wall outlet (wall

socket). If malfunctions occur

while using the battery charger,

disconnect the plug from

the wall outlet (wall socket)

immediately to disconnect from

the power source. The battery

charger is not disconnected

from the power source even

when the charge lamp turns off.

With the battery charger that

requires the power cord to

connect to the wall outlet (wall

socket)

CHARGE lamp

To a wall outlet

(wall socket)

Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera

1 Open the battery cover.

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2 Insert the battery pack while

pressing the lock lever with

the tip of the battery until the

battery locks into place.

Lock lever

3 Close the cover.

To remove the battery pack

Make sure that the access lamp

(page 18) is not lit, and turn off

the camera. Then, slide the lock

lever and remove the battery pack.

Be careful not to drop the battery

pack.

Lock lever

Step 3: Inserting a memory card

For details on memory cards that can be used with this camera, refer to

page 89.

1 Open the memory card cover.

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2 Insert the memory card into

the slot 1.

• Ensure that the notched corner

is facing in the correct direction.

• With the notched corner facing

in the direction illustrated, insert

the memory card until it clicks

into place.

Slot 1 Slot 2

• Use the slot 1 when you are only using one memory card. The slot 1 is

used in the default settings.

You can change which memory card slot to use by selecting MENU 

(Setup)  [Select Rec. Media].

3 Close the cover.

Hint

• When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is

recommended that you format the card on the camera for more stable

performance of the memory card (page 80).

To remove the memory card

Open the memory card cover.

Make sure that the access lamp

(page18) is not lit, and then

push in the memory card once to

remove it.

Access lamp

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To record to memory cards in two slots

The slot 1 is used in the default settings. If you do not intend to change

the settings and will only use one memory card, use the slot 1.

By inserting another memory card into the slot 2, you can record the same

images to two memory cards simultaneously or record a different type

of image (still images/movies) to each memory card ([Recording Mode])

(page 80).

Step 4: Attaching a lens

1 Remove the body cap from the

camera and the rear lens cap

from the rear of the lens.

• When changing the lens,

work quickly in a dust-free

environment to keep dust or

debris from getting inside the

camera.

Rear lens cap

Body cap

2 Mount the lens by aligning

the two orange index marks

(mounting indexes) on the

lens and camera.

• Hold the camera with the lens

facing down to prevent dust

or debris from entering the

camera.

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3 While pushing the lens lightly

toward the camera, turn the

lens slowly in the direction of

the arrow until it clicks into

the locked position.

Note

• Be sure to hold the lens straight and do not use force when attaching a lens.

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

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

the lens firmly.

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

adjustment.

To remove the lens

Keep pressing the lens release

button and turn the lens in the

direction of the arrow until it stops.

Lens release button

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Step 5: Setting the language and the clock

1 Set the power switch to “ON”

to turn on the camera.

ON/OFF (Power) switch

2 Select the desired language

and then press the center of

the multi-selector.

Multi-selector

3 Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press

the center.

4 Select the desired geographic location and then press the

center.

5 Select [Date/Time] by pressing the multi-selector up/down,

and then press the center.

6 Select the desired item by pressing the multi-selector up/

down/left/right, and then press the center.

7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set other items, then select [Enter] and

press the center.

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Hint

• If you want to set the date and time later, you can cancel the date and time

setting procedure by pressing the MENU button. In this case, the setting

screen for the date and time will reappear the next time you turn on the

camera.

• To reset the date and time setting, use MENU (page 80).

Note

• If the date and time setting procedure is cancelled halfway through, the

setting screen for the date and time will reappear every time you turn on the

camera.

• This camera does not have a function for inserting the date into images.

You can insert the date into images and then save and print them using

PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).

Step 6: Shooting images in auto mode

1 Press and hold the lock release button in the center of the

mode dial, then turn the mode dial to set to .

The shooting mode will be set to (Intelligent Auto).

2 Look through the viewfinder and hold the camera.

3 Set the size of the subject by rotating the zoom ring of the lens

when a zoom lens is attached.

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4 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

• When the image is in focus, an indicator (such as ) will light up.

5 Press the shutter button all the way down.

To shoot movies

Press the MOVIE button to start/stop recording.

To play back images

Press the (Playback) button to play back images. You can select the

desired image using the multi-selector.

To delete displayed image

Press the (Delete) button while an image is displayed to delete it.

Select [Delete] using the multi-selector on the confirmation screen, and

then press the center of the multi-selector to delete the image.

To shoot images in various shooting modes

Set the mode dial to the desired mode depending on the subject or the

functions you want to use.

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Focusing

Focus Mode

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

The focus mode switching method depends on the attached lens.

1 If the lens has a focus mode switch, set it to “AF” or “MF.”

• With an SSM lens or an SAM lens that supports DMF (Direct Manual

Focus)*, you can switch the focus mode to any mode including the

auto focus and manual focus modes by operating the camera, even

when the focus mode switch on the lens is in the “AF” position.

* SAL18135 only (as of the day this camera was released)

2 MENU  (Camera Settings1)  [Focus Mode]  desired

setting.

• When you want to use the auto focus function, set the focus mode

switch on the lens to “AF.” If the focus mode switch on the lens is set

to “MF,” the focus mode will be locked to [Manual Focus].

• If the lens supports the Hybrid Phase Detection AF system,

every auto focus mode will use the Hybrid Phase Detection AF

system as the focus detection method in the default settings. The

focus detection method can be changed by selecting MENU 

(Camera Settings1)  [AF System].

(Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is

complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.

(Automatic AF): [Single-shot AF] and [Continuous AF] are

switched according to the movement of the subject. When the

shutter button is pressed halfway down, the product locks the focus

when it determines that the subject is motionless, or continues to

focus when the subject is in motion. During continuous shooting,

the product automatically shoots with Continuous AF from the

second shot.

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(Continuous AF): The product continues to focus while the

shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. Use this when

the subject is in motion. In [Continuous AF] mode, there is no beep

when the camera focuses.

(DMF): You can make fine adjustments manually after the focus

is locked, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when

using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in

situations such as macro shooting.

(Manual Focus): Adjusts the focus manually. If you cannot focus

on the intended subject using auto focus, use manual focus.

Focus indicator

 (lit): The subject is in focus and the focus is locked.

 (flashing): The subject is not in focus.

(lit): The subject is in focus. The focus will be adjusted continuously

according to the movements of the subject.

(lit): Focusing is in progress.

Subjects on which it is difficult to focus using auto focus

• Dark and distant subjects

• Subjects with poor contrast

• Subjects seen through glass

• Fast-moving subjects

• Reflective light or shiny surfaces

• Flashing light

• Back-lit subjects

• Continuously repetitive patterns, such as the facades of buildings

• Subjects in the focusing area with different focal distances

Note

• Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available in the movie shooting

mode.

Hint

• In [Continuous AF] mode, you can lock the focus by pressing and holding the

button that has been assigned the [Focus Hold] function (page 74).

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Auto focus

Auto focus mechanism

This camera is equipped with a Hybrid Phase Detection AF system

simultaneously driven by a focal plane phase detection AF sensor and a

dedicated phase detection AF sensor. Use lenses that support the Hybrid

Phase Detection AF system for a wide area, high density, multiple points,

and Hybrid Cross AF Points*1, which are difficult to achieve with just a

single dedicated phase detection AF sensor.

• For details on compatible lenses, refer to the support site.

http://www.sony.net/hpd/

*1 In Hybrid Cross AF Points, the focal plane phase detection AF sensor and

dedicated phase detection AF sensor work together. These points have a

superior capturing ability and can achieve high-accuracy focusing.

Auto focus area in Hybrid Phase Detection AF

The Hybrid Phase Detection AF system is active when a lens that supports

the Hybrid Phase Detection AF system is attached and [AF System]

(page65) is set to [Auto]. The Hybrid Phase Detection AF system allows

you to use an auto focus function with a wide area, 399 focus points

(maximum), and Hybrid Cross AF.

Conceptual diagram

When a lens that supports Hybrid Phase

Detection AF and full-frame size is attached

When a dedicated APS-C size lens that

supports Hybrid Phase Detection AF is

attached

(A): Hybrid Cross AF Points

Focal plane phase detection AF (vertical detection) +

dedicated phase detection AF (cross detection*2, F2.8-sensitive)

(B): Hybrid Cross AF Points

Focal plane phase detection AF (vertical detection) +

dedicated phase detection AF (cross detection*2)

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(C): Hybrid Cross AF Points

Focal plane phase detection AF (vertical detection) +

dedicated phase detection AF (horizontal detection)

(D): Focal plane phase detection points (vertical detection)

*2 Cross detection focus points achieve high capturing performance by

arranging horizontal detection points and vertical detection points in a

cross shape in the same focusing area. The focus point at the center is also

equipped with a F2.8-sensitive sensor that supports lenses with a minimum

F-value of 2.8 or lower.

Auto focus area of the dedicated phase detection AF

sensor

The dedicated phase detection AF sensor with 79 focus points is

used for auto focusing when a lens that does not support the Hybrid

Phase Detection AF system is attached, or [AF System] is set to

[Ddc Phase AF Only].

• The number of focus points is limited to 61 in the movie shooting mode.

Conceptual diagram

When 79 focus points are available When 61 focus points are available

(A): Dedicated phase detection AF sensor (cross detection, F2.8-sensitive)

(B): Dedicated phase detection AF sensor (cross detection)

(C): Dedicated phase detection AF sensor

Hint

• Set [Selectable AF Area] to [Only Cross-Type AF] to limit the auto focusing

area to the Hybrid Cross AF Points when the Hybrid Phase Detection AF is

active.

Note

• Only some of the 399 focus points in Hybrid Phase Detection AF are used in

the following situation:

– [Selectable AF Area] is set to [Only Cross-Type AF].

– [Flexible Spot Points] is set to other than [All].

– A lens that does not support Hybrid Phase Detection AF is attached.

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– A dedicated APS-C size lens is attached.

– [APS-C/Super 35mm] is set to [On].

– Digital zoom (Smart Telecon.)

– In movie shooting mode

– Continuous shooting with a large aperture value

Focus Area

Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus

properly in the auto focus mode.

MENU  (Camera Settings1)  [Focus Area]  desired

setting.

Wide: Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen

automatically. When you press the shutter button halfway down in the

still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the area

that is in focus.

Zone: Select a zone on the monitor on which to focus, and the

product will automatically select a focus area.

Center: Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the

image. Use together with the focus-lock function to create the

composition you want.

Flexible Spot: Allows you to move the focusing frame to a desired

point on the screen and focus on an extremely small subject in a

narrow area.

Expand Flexible Spot: If the product cannot focus on a single

selected point, it uses focus points around the flexible spot as a

secondary priority area for focusing.

Lock-on AF: When the shutter button is pressed

and held halfway down, the product tracks the subject within the

selected autofocus area. This setting is available only when the focus

mode is set to [Continuous AF]. Point the cursor at [Lock-on AF] on the

[Focus Area] setting screen, and then adjust the desired area to start

tracking by pressing the multi-selector left/right. You can also move

the tracking start area to the desired point by designating the area as a

flexible spot or expand flexible spot.

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Available focus areas

When the Hybrid Phase Detection AF system is active, the entire focus

area including the focal plane phase detection AF area is available (A).

When the Hybrid Phase Detection AF system is not active, dedicated

phase detection AF area is available (B).

Conceptual diagram

The shaded area is the available focusing area.

(A) (B)

• When [Zone] is selected, the focus area is divided into 15 zones in (A),

or 9 zones in (B).

To move the focus area

You can move the focus area in [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], or

[Zone] by operating the multi-selector.

Note

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

– [Intelligent Auto]

– Lock-on AF

• The focus area may not light up during continuous shooting or when the

shutter button is pressed all the way down at once.

• When the mode dial is set to (Movie/S&Q Motion) or during movie

shooting, [Lock-on AF] cannot be selected as the [Focus Area].

• When using the following zoom functions, a dotted square frame may appear

around the whole screen depending on the zoom scale. The camera will

perform auto focusing using the entire screen.

– Smart zoom

– Clear Image Zoom

– Digital zoom

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Manual Focus

When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can

adjust the focus manually.

1 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to “MF.”

• With an SSM lens or an SAM lens that supports DMF (Direct Manual

Focus)*, you can switch the focus mode to the manual focus mode by

operating the camera, even when the focus mode switch on the lens

is in the “AF” position.

* SAL18135 only (as of the day this camera was released)

2 If the lens does not have a focus mode switch, select MENU 

(Camera Settings1)  [Focus Mode]  [Manual Focus].

• If [Focus Mode] has been assigned to the front multi-controller, you

can also change the setting by operating the front multi-controller

(page 23).

3 Rotate the focusing ring to

achieve sharp focus.

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

Note

• When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct

focus on the viewfinder (page 17).

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Direct manual focus (DMF)

You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing,

letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual

focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro

shooting.

1 MENU  (Camera Settings1)  [Focus Mode]  [DMF].

2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically.

3 Keep the shutter button

pressed halfway down, and

then rotate the focusing ring

to achieve a sharper focus.

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

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Continuous shooting

Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter

button.

1 / (Drive Mode) button  [Cont. Shooting].

• You can also select MENU  (Camera Settings1)  [Drive Mode].

2 Select the desired mode by pressing the multi-selector right/

left.

Continuous Shooting: Hi+: Images are shot continuously at the

maximum speed while you press and hold down the shutter button.

The aperture value is locked when the first shot is taken.

Continuous Shooting: Hi/ Continuous Shooting: Mid/

Continuous Shooting: Lo: Subjects are easier to track because

the subject is displayed in real-time on the monitor or viewfinder

during shooting.

Auto focus in continuous shooting

For the first shot of continuous shooting, all of the focus points are

available if the Hybrid Phase Detection AF is active, and the dedicated

phase detection AF points are available if the Hybrid Phase Detection

AF is not active. Focus points available from the second shot onward are

described in the table below.

Even if the lens supports the Hybrid Phase Detection AF, the auto focus

area is limited to the dedicated phase detection AF area for the first shot

in the following situations:

• [AF System] is set to [Ddc Phase AF Only].

• [Selectable AF Area] is set to [Only Cross-Type AF].

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Hybrid Phase

Detection AF

compatibility of

the lens*

Auto focus capability from the second shot onward

Minimum F

value – F3.5 F4 – F8 F9 or more

Continuous

Shooting: Hi+

Compatible All points

All points

(only the focal

plane phase

detection

AF sensor is

active)

Focus is

locked when

the first shot

is taken

Incompatible

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

(61 points)

Focus is

locked when

the first shot

is taken

Focus is

locked when

the first shot

is taken

Continuous

Shooting: Hi

Continuous

Shooting: Mid

Compatible All points All points

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

Incompatible

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

Continuous

Shooting: Lo

Compatible All points All points All points

Incompatible

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

Dedicated

phase

detection AF

sensor area

* For details on compatible lenses, refer to the support site.

http://www.sony.net/hpd/

Conceptual diagram

All points Dedicated phase

detection AF sensor

area

Dedicated phase

detection AF sensor

area (61 points)

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Hint

• To continuously adjust the focus and exposure during continuous shooting,

set as follows:

– [Focus Mode]: [Continuous AF]

– [ AEL w/ shutter]: [Off] or [Auto]

Note

• The shooting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower when

[RAW File Type] is set to [Uncompressed] in [Continuous Shooting: Hi+]

mode.

• The shooting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower

when [e-Front Curtain Shut.] is set to [Off] in [Continuous Shooting: Hi],

[Continuous Shooting: Mid] or [Continuous Shooting: Lo] mode.

• The subject is not displayed in real-time on the monitor or viewfinder when

shooting in [Continuous Shooting: Hi+] mode.

• Continuous shooting is unavailable in the following situations:

– The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama].

– [Picture Effect] is set to [Rich-tone Mono.].

– [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR].

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Selecting a still image size/image quality

Image Size

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.

MENU  (Camera Settings1)  [ Image Size]  desired

setting.

When [Aspect Ratio] is set to 3:2 When [Aspect Ratio] is set to 16:9

L: 42M 7952×5304 pixels L: 36M 7952×4472 pixels

M: 18M 5168×3448 pixels M: 15M 5168×2912 pixels

S: 11M 3984×2656 pixels S: 8.9M 3984×2240 pixels

When [APS-C/Super 35mm] is set to [On]

When [Aspect Ratio] is set to 3:2 When [Aspect Ratio] is set to 16:9

L: 18M 5168×3448 pixels L: 15M 5168×2912 pixels

M: 11M 3984×2656 pixels M: 8.9M 3984×2240 pixels

S: 4.5M 2592×1728 pixels S: 3.8M 2592×1456 pixels

Note

• When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW

images corresponds to “L.”

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Quality

MENU  (Camera Settings1)  [ Quality]  desired

setting.

RAW: File format: RAW

Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this

format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.

• The image size is fixed to the maximum size. The image size is not

displayed on the screen.

RAW & JPEG: File format: RAW + JPEG

A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time. This is

suitable when you need two image files, a JPEG for viewing, and a RAW

for editing. The JPEG image quality is set to [Fine].

Extra fine: File format: JPEG

The image is compressed in the JPEG format and recorded using a

higher quality than with [Fine].

Fine: File format: JPEG

The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded.

Standard: File format: JPEG

The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the

compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of [Fine], the file size

of [Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine]. This will allow more files to

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

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Shooting movies

Movie recording formats

The following movie recording formats are available on this camera.

What is XAVC S?

Records movies in high definition such as 4K by converting them into

MP4 movies using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec. MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 is

capable of compressing images with high efficiency. You can record high-

quality images while reducing the amount of data.

XAVC S/AVCHD recording formats

Format Features

XAVC S 4K Bit-rate: Approx. 100Mbps or approx. 60Mbps

Records movies in 4K resolution (3840×2160).

XAVC S HD

Bit-rate: Approx. 100Mbps, approx. 60Mbps or

approx. 50Mbps.

Records movies in crisper quality than AVCHD with

larger amounts of data.

AVCHD

Bit-rate: Approx. 28Mbps (maximum), approx.

24Mbps (maximum) or approx. 17Mbps (average)

The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility

with storage devices other than computers.

• Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time.

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File Format

Selects the movie file format.

MENU  (Camera Settings2)  [ File Format]  desired

setting.

XAVC S 4K: Records 4K movies in the XAVC S format. This format

supports a high bit rate.

Audio: LPCM

• One of the following kinds of memory cards is needed to record

movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K]:

– Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

– Movies cannot be recorded at 100Mbps or more.

– SDHC/SDXC/microSDHC/microSDXC memory card (SD Speed Class

10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster)

– UHS Speed Class U3 is required to record at 100Mbps or more.

• [HDMI Info. Display] temporarily switches to [Off] when

[File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K].

• Images will not appear on the monitor of the camera if you record

movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device with

[File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K].

XAVC S HD: Records HD movies in the XAVC S format. This format

supports a high bit rate.

Audio: LPCM

• One of the following kinds of memory cards is needed to record

movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S HD]:

– Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

– Movies cannot be recorded at 100Mbps or more.

– SDHC/SDXC/microSDHC/microSDXC memory card (SD Speed Class

10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster)

– UHS Speed Class U3 is required to record at 100Mbps or more.

AVCHD: Records HD movies in the AVCHD format. This file format is

suitable for high-definition TV.

Audio: Dolby Digital

MP4: Records MP4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for playback on

smartphones or tablets, web uploads, email attachments, etc.

Audio: AAC

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Hint

• You can save images to a computer or copy them to a disc compatible with

your playback device using the PlayMemories Home software.

Note

• When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to

approx. 2GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2GB during recording, a

new movie file will be created automatically.

• When [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited to

approx. 4GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 4GB during recording,

recording will stop automatically.

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Record Setting

Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording.

The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.

MENU  (Camera Settings2)  [ Record Setting] 

desired setting.

When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]

Records high-definition movies by converting them into the MP4 file

format using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec.

Frame rate Bit-rate

60Mbps 100Mbps

30p/25p 30p 60M/25p 60M 30p 100M/25p 100M

24p 24p 60M* 24p 100M*

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

When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]

Records high-definition movies by converting them into the MP4 file

format using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec.

Frame rate Bit-rate

50Mbps 60Mbps 100Mbps

120p/100p —120p 60M/

100p 60M

120p 100M/

100p 100M

60p/50p 60p 50M/

50p 50M — —

30p/25p 30p 50M/

25p 50M — —

24p 24p 50M* — —

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

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When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD]

60i/50i: Movies are recorded 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 and in the AVCHD format.

24p/25p: Movies are recorded at approximately 24 frames/sec (for 1080

60i-compatible devices) or 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices)

in progressive mode with Dolby Digital audio and in the AVCHD format.

60p/50p: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080

60i-compatible devices) or 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices)

in progressive mode with Dolby Digital audio and in the AVCHD format.

Frame rate Bit-rate

17Mbps 24Mbps 28Mbps

60i/50i 60i 17M(FH)/

50i 17M(FH)

60i 24M(FX)/

50i 24M(FX) —

60p/50p — — 60p 28M (PS)/

50p 28M (PS)

24p/25p 24p 17M(FH)/

25p 17M(FH)

24p 24M(FX)/

25p 24M(FX) —

When [ File Format] is set to [MP4]

Movies are recorded in the MPEG-4 format, at approximately 60 frames/

sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices), approximately 50 frames/sec

(for 1080 50i-compatible devices), 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 and in the

MP4 format.

Frame rate Bit-rate

6Mbps 16Mbps 28Mbps

60p/50p — —

1920×1080

60p 28M/50p 28M

30p/25p

1280×720

30p 6M/25p 6M

1920×1080

30p 16M/25p 16M

—

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Note

• 60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices.

• Movies recorded with [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)]/[50i

24M(FX)]/ [24p 24M(FX)] /[25p 24M(FX)] as the [ Record Setting] are

converted by PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording

disc. You cannot create a disc in the original image quality. The conversion

can take a long time. If you want to keep the original image quality, store

your movies on a Blu-ray Disc.

• To play back 60p/50p/24p/25p movies on a TV, the TV must be compatible

with the 60p/50p/24p/25p format. If the TV is not compatible with the

60p/50p/24p/25p format, 60p/50p/24p/25p movies will be output as 60i/50i

movies.

• [120p]/[100p] cannot be selected for the following settings.

– [Intelligent Auto]

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Using wireless functions

Using the Wi-Fi/One-touch (NFC)/

Bluetooth functions

You can perform the following operations using the camera's Wi-Fi, NFC

One-touch, and Bluetooth functions.

For details, refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2) or to the attached

document “Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide.”

Saving images to a computer Transferring images from the

camera to a smartphone

Using a smartphone as a remote

control for the camera

Viewing still images on a TV

Recording location information

from a smartphone to images

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Using wireless functions

Connecting the camera to a wireless

access point

Connect the camera to your wireless access point. Before starting the

procedure, make sure you have the SSID (name of the access point) and

password of your wireless access point with you.

1 MENU  (Wireless)  [Wi-Fi Settings] 

[Access Point Set.].

2 Use the multi-selector to select the access point to which you

want to connect. Press the center of the multi-selector and

enter the password if a key icon is displayed for the wireless

access point, then select [OK].

Note

• If a connection is not established, see the wireless access point operating

instructions or contact the administrator of the access point.

To save images to a computer, install the following dedicated software on

your computer.

When using Windows: PlayMemories Home

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

When using Mac: Wireless Auto Import

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

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Using a computer

Connecting the camera to a computer

Connecting to a computer

1 Insert a fully charged battery pack into the camera, or connect

the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC adaptor

(sold separately).

2 Turn on the camera and the computer.

3 Check that [USB Connection] under (Setup) is set to

[Mass Storage].

4 Connect the camera to the

computer.

• When you connect the

camera to the computer for

the first time, the procedure

for recognizing the camera

may start automatically on

the computer. Wait until the

procedure is finished.

To the Multi/Micro

USB Terminal

Micro USB cable (supplied)

To a USB

terminal

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Using a computer

Disconnecting the camera from the computer

Perform steps 1 and 2 below before performing the following operations:

• Disconnecting the micro USB cable.

• Removing a memory card.

• Turning off the product.

1 Click (Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media) in the

taskbar.

2 Click [Eject ILCA-99M2].

Note

• On Mac computers, drag and drop the memory card icon or the drive icon

into the “Trash” icon. The camera will be disconnected from the computer.

• On Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnection icon may not

appear. In that case, you can skip the steps above.

• Do not remove the micro USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is

lit. The data may be damaged.

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Introduction to computer software

We offer the following computer software to enhance your enjoyment

of photos/movies. Access one of the following URLs using your Internet

browser and then download the software by following the onscreen

instructions.

If one of these programs is already installed on your computer, update it

to the latest version before use.

Windows:

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

Mac:

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

You can check the recommended operating environment for the software from

the following URL:

http://www.sony.net/pcenv/

PlayMemories Home

PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your

computer and view or use them.

You need to install PlayMemories Home to import XAVC S movies or

AVCHD movies to your computer.

You can access the download website directly from the following URL:

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

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

be added to PlayMemories Home. Connecting the camera to your

computer is therefore recommended even if PlayMemories Home has

already been installed on the computer.

Image Data Converter

You can develop and edit RAW images using various adjustment

functions like tone curve and sharpness.

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Using a computer

Remote Camera Control

With Remote Camera Control, you can change the camera settings or

release the shutter from a computer connected via a USB cable.

To use Remote Camera Control, first select MENU  (Setup) 

[USB Connection]  [PC Remote], then connect the camera to a

computer via a USB cable.

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MENU items/List of icons

Using MENU items

You can change settings related to all the camera operations including

shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera

functions from the MENU.

1 Press the MENU button to

display the menu screen.

MENU button

2 Select the setting you want to

adjust by pressing the multi-

selector up/down/left/right,

and then press the center of

the multi-selector.

• Select an icon at the top of the

screen and press the multi-

selector left/right to switch to a

different MENU category.

3 Select the desired setting value, and press the center to

confirm your selection.

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MENU items/List of iconsMENU items/List of icons

List of MENU items

For details on each MENU items, refer to the reference page in the last

column or the Help Guide.

(Camera Settings1)

Quality/Image Size

Quality Sets the image quality for still images.

(RAW/ RAW & JPEG/ Extra fine/

Fine/ Standard)

RAW File Type Selects the file type for RAW images.

(Compressed/ Uncompressed)

Help

Guide

Image Size Selects the size of still images.

(L: 42M/ M: 18M/ S: 11M (3:2)

L: 36M/ M: 15M/ S: 8.9M (16:9)

L: 18M/ M: 11M/ S: 4.5M (APS-C

size, 3:2)

L: 15M/ M: 8.9M/ S: 3.8M (APS-C

size, 16:9))

Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still

images.

(3:2/ 16:9)

Help

Guide

APS-C/Super 35mm Sets whether to record in APS-C-

equivalent size for still images and

Super 35 mm-equivalent size for

movies.

(On/ Auto/ Off)

Help

Guide

Panorama: Size Selects the size of panoramic images.

(Standard/ Wide)

Help

Guide

Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for

panoramic images.

(Right/ Left/ Up/ Down)

Help

Guide

Long Exposure NR Sets noise reduction processing for

shots with a shutter speed of 1 second

or longer.

(On/ Off)

Help

Guide

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High ISO NR Sets noise reduction processing for

high-sensitivity shooting.

(Normal/ Low/ Off)

Help

Guide

Color Space Changes the color space (range of

reproducible colors).

(sRGB/ AdobeRGB)

Help

Guide

Lens Comp. Selects the type of lens

compensation.

(Shading Comp./ Chro. Aber. Comp./

Distortion Comp.)

Help

Guide

Shoot Mode/Drive

Drive Mode Sets the drive mode, such as for

continuous shooting.

(Single Shooting/ Cont. Shooting/

Self-timer/ Self-timer(Cont)/

Cont. Bracket/ Single Bracket/

WB bracket/ DRO Bracket)

45,

Help

Guide

Bracket Settings Sets self-timer shooting in bracket

mode, shooting order for exposure

bracketing, and white balance

bracketing.

(Selftimer during Brkt/ Bracket order)

Help

Guide

/ Recall Calls up settings pre-registered to

[ / Memory].

(1/ 2/ 3/ M1 - M4)

Help

Guide

/ Memory Registers the desired modes and

camera settings.

(1/ 2/ 3/ M1 - M4)

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Focus Mode Selects the focus mode.

(Single-shot AF/ Automatic AF/

Continuous AF/ DMF/ Manual Focus)

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.

(AF/ Release)

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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/ Release/ Balanced Emphasis)

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Focus Area Selects the area of focus.

(Wide/ Zone/ Center/

Flexible Spot/ Expand Flexible Spot/

Lock-on AF)

Selectable AF Area Although this camera uses a

maximum of 399 focus points, you

can limit the number of focus points

manually.

(Auto/ Only Cross-Type AF)

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Guide

AF System Sets the focus detection system to

a Hybrid Phase Detection AF system

that simultaneously uses a focal plane

phase detection AF sensor and a

dedicated phase detection AF sensor.

(Auto/ Ddc Phase AF Only)

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Flexible Spot Points Allows you to limit the usable

focus points when [Focus Area]

is set to [Flexible Spot] or

[Expand Flexible Spot] to select the

focus point quickly.

(All/ 63 Points/ 15 Points)

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Guide

AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator, which

provides light to aid focusing in dark

scenes.

(Auto/ Off)

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Center Lock-on AF Sets the function to track a subject

and continue focusing when pressing

the center button in the shooting

screen.

(Off/ On)

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AF drive speed Selects the focusing speed when

using autofocus in the still image

mode.

(Fast/ Slow)

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AF Track Sens Sets the AF tracking sensitivity for the

still image mode.

(5(Responsive)/ 4/ 3(Standard)/ 2/

1(Locked on))

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Guide

AF w/ shutter Sets whether to perform auto

focusing when the shutter button is

pressed halfway down. This is useful

when you want to adjust the focus

and exposure separately.

(On/ Off)

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Guide

Eye-Start AF Sets whether to use auto focus when

you look through the viewfinder.

(On/ Off)

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AF Rng.Ctrl Assist Sets whether to display the assist

area on the screen when using the AF

range control function. The assist area

helps you check whether the subject

is located within the focus range you

have set.

(On/ Off)

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Guide

AF Area Auto Clear Sets whether the focus area is

displayed all the time or disappears

automatically shortly after focusing.

(On/ Off)

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Guide

Wide AF Area Disp. Sets whether to display the focus area

when [Focus Area] is set to [Wide].

(On/ Off)

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Guide

AF Micro Adj. Allows you to make fine adjustments

to the position of the focus.

(AF Adjustment Set./ Clear/

AF Area: Cent W End/

AF Area: Cent T End/

AF Area: Up L W End/

AF Area: Up L T End/

AF Area: Low L W End/

AF Area: Low L T End/

AF Area: Up R W End/

AF Area: Up R T End/

AF Area: Low R W End/

AF Area: Low R T End)

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Exposure

Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of

the entire image.

(-5.0EV - +5.0EV)

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ISO Sets the ISO sensitivity.

(ISO AUTO/ ISO 50 - ISO 102400)

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ISO AUTO Min. SS Sets the slowest shutter speed at

which ISO sensitivity will start to

change in [ISO AUTO] mode.

(Faster/ Fast/ Standard/ Slow/

Slower/ 1/8000 - 30")

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Metering Mode Selects the method for measuring

brightness.

(Multi/ Center/ Spot/

Entire Screen Avg./ Highlight)

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Guide

Spot Metering Point Sets whether to coordinate the

spot metering point with the

focus area when [Focus Area]

is set to [Flexible Spot] or

[Expand Flexible Spot].

(Center/ Focus Point Link)

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Guide

Exposure step Selects the size of the increment

step for shutter speed, aperture, and

exposure.

(0.5EV/ 0.3EV)

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AEL w/ shutter Sets whether to lock the exposure

when the shutter button is pressed

halfway down. This is useful when

you want to adjust the focus and

exposure separately.

(Auto/ On/ Off)

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Exposure Std. Adjust Adjusts the standard for the correct

exposure value for each metering

modes.

(Multi/ Center/ Spot/

Entire Screen Avg./ Highlight)

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Flash

Flash Mode Sets the flash settings.

(Flash Off/ Autoflash/ Fill-flash/

Slow Sync./ Rear Sync./ Wireless)

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Flash Comp. Adjusts the intensity of flash output.

(-3.0EV - +3.0EV)

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Guide

Exp.comp.set Sets whether to reflect exposure

compensation value to flash

compensation.

(Ambient&flash/ Ambient only)

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Flash control Sets the method for determining the

intensity of flash output.

(ADI flash/ Pre-flash TTL)

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Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon

when using flash.

(On/ Off)

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Color/WB/Img. Processing

White Balance Adjusts the color tone of images.

(Auto/ Daylight/ Shade/ Cloudy/

Incandescent/ Fluor.: Warm White/

Fluor.: Cool White/

Fluor.: Day White/ Fluor.: Daylight/

Flash/ Underwater Auto/

C.Temp./Filter/ Custom1 - 3/

Custom Setup)

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Guide

Priority Set in AWB Selects which tone to prioritize when

shooting under lighting conditions

such as incandescent light with

[White Balance] set to [Auto].

(Standard/ Ambience/ White)

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Guide

DRO/Auto HDR Compensates automatically for

brightness and contrast.

(Off/ D-Range Opt./ Auto HDR)

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Creative Style Selects the desired image processing.

You can also adjust contrast,

saturation, and sharpness.

(Standard/ Vivid/ Neutral/

Clear/ Deep/ Light/ Portrait/

Landscape/ Sunset/ Night Scene/

Autumn leaves/ Black & White/

Sepia/ Style Box1 - 6)

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Picture Effect Shoots images with a texture unique

to the selected effect.

(Off/ Toy Camera/ Pop Color/

Posterization/ Retro Photo/

Soft High-key/ Partial Color/

High Contrast Mono./

Rich-tone Mono.)

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Guide

Picture Profile Changes settings such as color and

tone when recording images.

(Off/ PP1 - PP9)

* This function is for skilled movie

creators.

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Guide

Focus Assist

Focus Magnifier Enlarges the image before shooting

so that you can check the focus.

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Guide

Focus Magnif. Time Sets the length of time the image will

be shown in an enlarged form.

(2 Sec/ 5 Sec/ No Limit)

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Guide

Initial Focus Mag. Sets the initial magnification scale

when using [Focus Magnifier].

(×1.0/ ×7.8 (Full-frame))

(×1.0/ ×5.1 (APS-C size))

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Guide

Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus areas

with a specific color when focusing

manually.

(High/ Mid/ Low/ Off)

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Guide

Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking

function.

(Red/ Yellow/ White)

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Face Detection/Shoot Assist

Anti-flicker Shoot. Detects flickering/blinking from

artificial light sources such as

fluorescent lighting and times the

shooting of images to moments when

flickering will have less of an impact.

(Off/ On)

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Guide

Face Detection Sets whether to detect faces and

automatically adjust various settings

such as focus, exposure, image

processing, and flash.

(Off/ On (Regist. Faces)/ On)

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Guide

Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be

given priority when focusing.

(New Registration/

Order Exchanging/ Delete/

Delete All)

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(Camera Settings2)

Movie

Movie/S&Q Motion Sets the exposure mode when

shooting movies or slow-motion/

quick-motion movies.

(Program Auto/

Aperture Priority/

Shutter Priority/

Manual Exposure/

Program Auto/

Aperture Priority/

Shutter Priority/

Manual Exposure)

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File Format Selects the movie file format.

(XAVC S 4K/ XAVC S HD/ AVCHD/

MP4)

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Record Setting Selects the quality and size of the

recorded movie frame.

(XAVCS4K: 30p 100M/ 25p 100M/

30p 60M/ 25p 60M/ 24p 100M/

24p 60M

XAVCSHD: 60p 50M/ 50p 50M/

30p 50M/ 25p 50M/ 24p 50M/

120p 100M/ 100p 100M/ 120p 60M/

100p 60M

AVCHD: 60i 24M(FX)/ 50i 24M(FX)/

60i 17M(FH)/ 50i 17M(FH)/ 60p

28M(PS)/ 50p 28M(PS)/ 24p

24M(FX)/ 25p 24M(FX)/ 24p

17M(FH)/ 25p 17M(FH)

MP4: 1920×1080 60p 28M/

1920×1080 50p 28M/ 1920×1080 30p

16M/ 1920×1080 25p 16M/ 1280×720

30p 6M/ 1280×720 25p 6M)

S&Q Settings Changes the settings for slow-motion

and quick-motion movie shooting.

(Record Setting/ Frame Rate)

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Dual Video REC Sets whether to simultaneously

record an XAVC S movie and MP4

movie or an AVCHD movie and MP4

movie.

(On/ Off)

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AF Track Sens Sets the AF tracking sensitivity for the

movie mode.

(Responsive/ Standard/ Locked on)

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Auto Slow Shut. Sets the function that automatically

adjusts the shutter speed following

the brightness of the environment in

movie mode.

(On/ Off)

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Audio Recording Sets whether to record audio when

shooting a movie.

(On/ Off)

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Audio Rec Level Adjusts the audio recording level

during movie recording.

(0 - 31)

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Audio Level Display Sets whether to display the audio

level.

(On/ Off)

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Audio Out Timing Sets the timing of audio output during

the movie recording.

(Live/ Lip Sync)

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Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie

recording.

(On/ Off)

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Marker Display Sets whether to display markers on

the monitor when recording movies.

(On/ Off)

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Marker Settings Sets which markers to display on the

monitor when recording movies.

(Center/ Aspect/ Safety Zone/

Guideframe)

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Video Light Mode Sets the illumination setting for the

HVL-LBPC LED light (sold separately).

(Power Link/ REC Link/

REC Link&STBY/ Auto)

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Shutter/SteadyShot

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

front curtain shutter function.

(On/ Off)

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Release w/o Lens Sets whether to release the shutter

when the lens is not attached.

(Enable/ Disable)

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Release w/o Card Sets whether to release the shutter

when a memory card is not inserted.

(Enable/ Disable)

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SteadyShot Sets whether to activate SteadyShot

for shooting.

(On/ Off)

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SteadyShot Settings Sets SteadyShot settings.

(SteadyShot Adjust./

SteadyS. Focal Len.)

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Zoom

Zoom Sets the zoom scale for zoom

functions other than the optical zoom.

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Zoom Setting Sets whether to use the Clear Image

Zoom and Digital Zoom when

zooming.

(Optical zoom only/

On:ClearImage Zoom/

On:Digital Zoom)

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Display/Auto Review

DISP Button Sets the type of information to be

displayed on the monitor or in the

viewfinder when the DISP button is

pressed.

(Monitor/ Finder)

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FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the

display between the electronic

viewfinder and the monitor.

(Auto/ Manual)

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Zebra Displays stripes to adjust brightness.

(Off/ 70 - 100/ 100+/ Custom1/

Custom2)

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Grid Line Displays grid lines for adjusting the

image composition.

(Rule of 3rds Grid/ Square Grid/

Diag. + Square Grid/ Off)

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Exposure Set. Guide Sets the guide displayed when

exposure settings are changed in the

shooting screen.

(Off/ On)

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Guide

Live View Display Sets whether to reflect settings such

as exposure compensation in screen

display.

(Setting Effect ON/ Setting Effect OFF)

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Guide

Auto Review Sets auto review to display the

captured image after shooting.

(10 Sec/ 5 Sec/ 2 Sec/ Off)

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Custom Operation

Custom Key(Shoot.) Assigns functions to the various keys

so that you can perform operations

more quickly by pressing the keys

when shooting images.

(Front Multi Ctrl./

Front Multi Ctrl./

Custom Button 1/ Custom Button 2/

Center Button/ AEL Button/

AF/MF Button/ (Smart tele-

converter) button/ ISO Button/

Exp. Comp. Button/ WB Button/

Drive Mode Button/ Preview Button/

Focus Hold Button*)

* You can assign a function to the

focus hold button on the lens.

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Custom Key(PB) Assigns functions to the keys so that

you can perform operations more

quickly by pressing the keys when

playing back images.

(Custom Button 2/ Fn/ button/

(Smart tele-converter) button/

ISO Button/ Exp. Comp. Button/

WB Button/ Drive Mode Button/

Preview Button)

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Guide

Function Menu Set. Customizes the functions displayed

when the Fn (Function) button is

pressed.

Help

Guide

Dial Setup Sets the functions of the front and

rear control dials when the exposure

mode is set to M. Dials can be used

for adjusting shutter speed and

aperture.

(SS F/no./ F/no. SS)

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Guide

Dial Ev Comp Sets whether to compensate the

exposure with the front or rear dial.

(Off/ Front dial/ Rear dial)

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Guide

MOVIE Button Enables or disables for the MOVIE

button.

(Always/ Movie Mode Only)

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Dial Lock Sets whether to disable the front and

rear dials temporarily when the Fn

button is pressed and held down.

(Lock/ Unlock)

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Audio signals Selects whether to sound a beep

during auto focus or self-timer

operations.

(On/ Off)

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(Wireless)

Send to Smartphone Transfers images to display on a

smartphone.

(Select on This Device/

Select on Smartphone)

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Guide

Send to Computer Backs up images by transferring

them to a computer connected to a

network.

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Guide

View on TV Allows you to view images on a

network-enabled TV.

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Guide

Ctrl w/ Smartphone Allows you to use a smartphone as

the remote controller for the camera

and shoot still images/movies. Still

images/movies shot via remote

control are sent to the smartphone

from the camera.

(Ctrl w/ Smartphone/

Connection Info.)

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Airplane Mode Disables wireless communications

from the device such as Wi-Fi, NFC,

and Bluetooth function.

(On/ Off)

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Wi-Fi Settings Allows you to register your access

point and check or change the Wi-Fi

connection information.

(WPS Push/ Access Point Set./

Disp MAC Address/ SSID/PW Reset)

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Bluetooth Settings Controls the settings for connecting

the camera with a smartphone via a

Bluetooth connection.

(Bluetooth Function/ Pairing/

Disp Device Address)

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Loc. Info. Link Set. Obtains location information from the

paired smartphone and records it to

captured images.

(Location Info. Link/

Auto Time Correct./

Auto Area Adjust.)

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Edit Device Name Changes the device name under Wi-Fi

Direct, etc.

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Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings. Help

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(Playback)

Delete Deletes an image.

(Multiple Img./ All in this Folder/

All with this date)

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View Mode Plays back images from a specified

date or specified folder of still images

and movies.

(Date View/ Folder View(Still)/

Folder View(MP4)/ AVCHD View/

XAVC S HD View/ XAVC S 4K View)

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Image Index Displays multiple images at the same

time.

(9 Images/ 25 Images)

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Display Rotation Sets the playback orientation for

images shot vertically.

(Auto/ Manual/ Off)

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Select PB Media Selects the memory card slot of the

memory card to be played back.

(Slot 1/ Slot 2)

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Copy Allows you to copy images from the

memory card in the memory card slot

designated in [Select PB Media] to the

memory card in the other slot.

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Slide Show Plays a slide show.

(Repeat/ Interval)

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Rotate Rotates the image. Help

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Enlarge Image Enlarges the playback images. Help

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Enlarge Init. Mag. Sets the initial magnification scale

when playing back enlarged images.

(Standard. Mag./ Previous Mag.)

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Enlarge Initial Pos. Sets the initial magnification area

when playing back enlarged images.

(Focused Position/ Center)

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Protect Protects recorded images against

accidental erasure.

(Multiple Img./ All in this Folder/

All with this date/

Cancel All in this Folder/

Cancel All with this date)

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Guide

Specify Printing Specifies in advance on the memory

card which still images to print out

later.

(Multiple Img./ Cancel All/

Print Setting)

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Photo Capture Captures a chosen scene in a movie

to save as a still image.

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(Setup)

Monitor Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen.

(Auto/ Manual/ Sunny Weather)

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Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of the electronic

viewfinder.

(Auto/ Manual)

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Finder Color Temp. Sets the color temperature of the

viewfinder.

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Gamma Disp. Assist Converts an S-Log image into an

image with contrast equivalent to

a normal gamma setting when it is

displayed to assist monitoring.

(Off/ Auto/ S-Log2  709(800%)/

S-Log3  709(800%))

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Volume Settings Sets the volume for movie playback. Help

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Upload Settings Sets the upload function of the

camera when using a commercially

available Eye-Fi card.

(On/ Off)

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Delete confirm. Sets whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is

preselected in the delete confirmation

screen.

("Delete" first/ "Cancel" first)

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Display Quality Sets the display quality.

(High/ Standard)

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Pwr Save Start Time Sets the time intervals to

automatically switch to power save

mode.

(30 Min/ 5 Min/ 2 Min/ 1 Min/

10 Sec)

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Guide

NTSC/PAL Selector*1 Changes the TV format of the device

so that you can shoot in a different

movie format.

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Cleaning Mode Starts the cleaning mode to clean the

image sensor.

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Demo Mode Sets demonstration playback of

movies to on or off.

(On/ Off)

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

(UB).

(TC/UB Disp. Setting/ TC Preset/

UB Preset/ TC Format/ TC Run/

TC Make/ UB Time Rec)

* This function is for skilled movie

creators.

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Guide

Remote Ctrl Sets whether to use the infrared

remote control.

(On/ Off)

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HDMI Settings Sets the HDMI settings.

(HDMI Resolution/

24p/60p Output/

HDMI Info. Display/ TC Output/

REC Control/CTRL FOR HDMI)

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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.

(Memory Card+HDMI/

HDMI Only(30p)/ HDMI Only(25p)/

HDMI Only(24p))

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USB Connection Sets the USB connection method.

(Auto/ Mass Storage/ MTP/

PC Remote)

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USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting

the functions of USB connection. Set

to [Multi] in normal conditions and

to [Single] only when the connection

between the camera and a computer

or AV component cannot be

established.

(Multi/ Single)

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PC Remote Settings Controls the PC remote shooting

settings.

(Still Img. Save Dest./

RAW+J PC Save Img)

Help

Guide

Language Selects the language. 34

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

savings.

Area Setting Sets the location of use. Help

Guide

images.

(Write Copyright Info/

Set Photographer/ Set Copyright/

Disp. Copyright Info)

Help

Guide

Format Formats the memory card. Help

Guide

File Number Sets the method used to assign file

numbers.

(Series/ Reset)

Help

Guide

Set File Name Changes the first 3 characters of the

file names for still images.

Help

Guide

Select Rec. Media Selects the memory card slot of the

memory card on which to record.

(Slot 1/ Slot 2)

30,

Help

Guide

Recording Mode Sets the method for recording images

to two memory card slots.

(Standard/ Simult.( )/

Simult.( )/ Simult.( / )/

Sort(JPEG/RAW) /Sort( / ))

Help

Guide

Select REC Folder Changes the folder selected for

storing still images and movies (MP4).

Help

Guide

New Folder Creates a new folder for storing still

images and movies (MP4).

Help

Guide

Folder Name Sets the folder format for still images.

(Standard Form/ Date Form)

Help

Guide

Recover Image DB Recovers the image database file and

enables recording and playback.

Help

Guide

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MENU items/List of icons

Display Media Info. Displays the remaining recording time

of movies and the recordable number

of still images on the memory card.

Help

Guide

Version Displays the camera software version. Help

Guide

Certification Logo*2 Displays certification information

for the camera (only some of the

certification logos are displayed).

Help

Guide

Setting Reset Restores settings to their defaults.

Select [Initialize] to restore all settings

to their default values.

(Camera Settings Reset/ Initialize)

Help

Guide

*1 If you change this item, you will need to format the memory card for

compatibility with the PAL or NTSC system. Also, note that it may not be

possible to play back movies recorded for the NTSC system on PAL system

TVs.

*2 Overseas models only.

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List of icons on the monitor

The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just

guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays.

Monitor mode

Viewfinder mode

[Intelligent Auto] mode

P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode

For playback

Basic information display

Histogram display

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MENU items/List of icons



Display Indication

P P A S M

Shooting mode

(35)

(64)

Scene Recognition

icons

NO CARD

Memory card

(30,89)/

Upload (78)

100 Remaining number

of recordable

images (90)

Aspect ratio of still

images (63)

42M 36M 18M

15M 11M 8.9M

4.5M 3.8M

Image size of still

images (48)

RAW RAW+J

X.FINE FINE

STD

Image quality of still

images (49)

Display Indication

120p 60p 60i

30p 24p

100p 50p 50i

25p

Frame rate of

movies (53)

Record setting of

movies (53)

Bluetooth

connection

available/

Bluetooth

connection

unavailable (76)

Connected to

smartphone /

Not connected to

smartphone

Remaining battery

(28)

Remaining battery

warning

Flash charge in

progress

APS-C/Super 35mm

(63)

Setting Effect OFF(73)

NFC active (56)

Airplane Mode(75)

Flicker Flickering detected

(70)

No audio recording

of movies (71)

Wind Noise Reduct.

(72)

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Display Indication

SteadyShot off/

on, Camera shake

warning (72)

SteadyS. Focal Len./

Camera shake

warning (72)

Obtaining location

information/

Location information

cannot be obtained

(76)

Overheating

warning

Database file full/

Database file error

Smart Zoom/

Clear Image Zoom/

Digital Zoom (73)

View Mode(76)

100-0003 Folder number 

File number (80)

Protect (77)

XAVCS4K

XAVCSHD

AVCHD MP4

File format of

movies (51)

DPOF DPOF set (77)

Dual Video REC(71)

Display Indication

—PC— PC remote (79)

Bright Monitoring

information writing

on (80)

Gamma Disp. Assist

(78)

120fps 60fps

30fps 15fps

8fps 4fps

100fps 50fps

25fps 12fps

6fps 3fps 2fps

1fps

Frame rate for

slow/quick motion

shooting (71)

Writing data /

Number of images

left to write



Display Indication

Drive Mode (45,

64)

Flash Mode (68)/

Red Eye Reduction

(68)

±0.0 Flash Comp. (68)

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MENU items/List of icons

Display Indication

Focus Mode (37)

Focus Area (41)

Metering Mode

(67)

35mm Lens focal length

AWB

7500K A5 G5

White Balance (Auto,

Preset, Underwater

Auto, Custom, Color

temperature, Color

filter) (68)

D-Range Opt./Auto HDR

(68)

+3 +3 +3

Creative Style (69)

/Contrast, saturation,

and sharpness

Picture Effect(69)

information exists for

image (80)

Face Detection(70)

Display Indication

Anti-flicker Shoot.(70)

Select Rec. Media

(80)



Display Indication

Lock-on AF Guide display for

Center button Lock-

on AF (65)

Bracket indicator

Exposure

compensation

(67)/ Metered

Manual

STBY Movie recording

standby

REC 1:00:12

Actual movie

recording time

(hours: minutes:

seconds)

 Focus indicator

(38)

1/250 Shutter speed

F3.5 F-value

ISO400

ISO AUTO

ISO sensitivity (67)

Exposure Setting

Guide (73)

AE lock / FEL lock

Shutter speed

indicator

Aperture indicator

Histogram

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Display Indication

Location information

(76)

90°44ʹ55ʹN

233°44ʹ55ʹW

Latitude/longitude

information (76)

Digital level gauge

Audio Level Display

(72)

DRO / Auto HDR/

Auto HDR image

warning (68)

Picture Effect error

2016 - 1 - 1

10:37AM

Date of recording

(34)

3/7 File number/Number

of images in the view

mode

REC Control(79)

Spot metering area

(67)

Smart Telecon.(18)

00:00:00:00 Time code (hours:

minutes: seconds:

frames) (79)

00 00 00 00 User Bit (79)

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MENU items/List of icons

Indicators on the display panel

You can set the shutter speed and

aperture, exposure compensation, flash

compensation, ISO, white balance, drive

mode, etc., using the display panel on

top of the camera.

Shutter speed/

Aperture

Exposure

compensation

(67)/ Flash

compensation (68)

ISO sensitivity (67) White Balance (68)

Drive Mode (64)/

Remote controller

(79)

Image quality (49)

Remaining battery

(28)

Remaining number

of recordable images

(90)*

* Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9,999 images,

“9999” will appear on the display panel.

To turn on the display panel backlight

Press the (Display panel

illumination) button on top of the

camera. If you press the button

again, the display panel backlight

will turn off.

(Display panel illumination)

button

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About this product

Specifications

Battery life and number of recordable images

Battery life Number of images

Shooting

(still images)

Screen mode ― Approx. 490

Viewfinder mode ― Approx. 390

Actual shooting

(movies)

Screen mode Approx. 85 min. ―

Viewfinder mode Approx. 85 min. ―

Continuous shooting

(movies)

Screen mode Approx. 135 min. ―

Viewfinder mode Approx. 135 min. ―

• The above estimates for battery life and number of recordable images

apply when the battery pack has been fully charged. The battery life

and number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of

use.

• The battery life and number of recordable images are estimates based

on shooting under the following conditions:

– Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

– Using a 28-75mm F2.8 SAM lens (sold separately)

– Using a Sony SDXC memory card of UHS Speed Class 3 ( )

(sold separately)

– [Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual] [±0]

– [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual] [±0]

– [Display Quality]: [High]

• The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA

standard and shooting under the following conditions:

(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)

– DISP: [Display All Info.]

– [Focus Mode]: [Automatic AF]

– One picture is taken every 30 seconds.

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

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

standard and shooting under the following conditions:

– The image quality is set to XAVC S HD 60p 50M / 50p 50M.

– Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeatedly shooting,

zooming, shooting stand-by, turning on/off, etc.

– Continuous shooting (movies): Battery life based on non-stop

shooting until the limit (29 minutes) has been reached, and then

continued by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button again. Other

functions, such as zooming, are not operated.

Memory cards that can be used

You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. The

 mark indicates that these memory cards can be used for shooting still

images or movies.

When using Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory cards with

this camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.

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

*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 SD Speed Class 10 ( ), or UHS Speed Class 1 ( ) or faster

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

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Note

• Memory Stick media cannot be used in the slot 2.

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

extended periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files 4GB

in size. The divided files can be handled as a single file by importing them to

a computer using PlayMemories Home.

• When recording a movie on memory cards in both the slot 1 and the slot 2

with following camera settings, insert two memory cards with the same file

system. XAVC S movies cannot be recorded simultaneously when using a

combination of the exFAT file system and FAT32 file system.

– [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] or [XAVC S HD]

– [Recording Mode] is set to [Simult. ( )] or [Simult. ( / )]

Memory card File system

SDXC memory card exFAT

Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2)

Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

SDHC memory card

FAT32

Number of recordable images

When you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch

to “ON,” the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue

to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the screen.

Note

• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in orange, the memory

card is full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images from

the current memory card.

• When “NO CARD” flashes in orange, it means no memory card has been

inserted. Insert a memory card.

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The number of images that can be recorded on a memory

card

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. The values may

vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card

used.

[Image Size]: [L: 42M]

[Aspect Ratio]: [3:2]*

(Units: Images)

Quality 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB

Standard 770 1550 3100 6200

Fine 520 1000 2100 4200

Extra fine 270 540 1050 2150

RAW & JPEG (Compressed RAW) 130 260 520 1050

RAW (Compressed RAW) 170 350 700 1400

RAW & JPEG (Uncompressed RAW) 75 150 300 600

RAW (Uncompressed RAW) 88 175 355 710

* When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more images

than the numbers shown in the table above (except when [RAW] is selected).

Note

• Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9999 images, “9999”

will appear.

• When an image shot with another product is played back on this camera, the

image may not appear in its actual size.

• The numbers shown are when using a Sony memory card.

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Recordable movie times

The table below shows the approximate total recording times using

a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary

depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card

used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K],

[XAVC S HD], and [AVCHD] are recording times when shooting with

[Dual Video REC] set to [Off].

(h (hour), m (minute))

File Format Record Setting 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB

XAVC S 4K 30p 100M/

25p 100M 9m 15m 35m 1h 15m

30p 60M/

25p 60M 15m 30m 1h 2h 5m

24p 100M* 9m 15m 35m 1h 15m

24p 60M* 15m 30m 1h 2h 5m

XAVC S HD 120p 100M/

100p 100M 9m 15m 35m 1h 15m

120p 60M/

100p 60M 15m 30m 1h 2h 5m

60p 50M/

50p 50M 15m 35m 1h 15m 2h 35m

30p 50M/

25p 50M 15m 35m 1h 15m 2h 35m

24p 50M* 15m 35m 1h 15m 2h 35m

AVCHD 60i 24M (FX)/

50i 24M (FX) 40m 1h 25m 3h 6h

60i 17M (FH)/

50i 17M (FH) 55m 2h 4h 5m 8h 15m

60p 28M (PS)/

50p 28M (PS) 35m 1h 15m 2h 30m 5h 5m

24p 24M (FX)/

25p 24M (FX) 40m 1h 25m 3h 6h

24p 17M (FH)/

25p 17M (FH) 55m 2h 4h 5m 8h 15m

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File Format Record Setting 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB

MP4 1920×1080

60p 28M/50p 28M 35m 1h 15m 2h 35m 5h 20m

1920×1080

30p 16M/25p 16M 1h 2h 4h 10m 8h 25m

1280×720

30p 6M/25p 6M 2h 35m 5h 20m 10h 55m 22h

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

• Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (a

product specification limit). The continuous recordable time may differ

in the following situations:

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

(limited by file size of 4 GB).

– When shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies: Recording will

automatically stop when the recorded file reaches approximately

29minutes (the played back movie reaches approximately 29

minutes).

(Recording will automatically stop when the recorded file reaches

approximately 15 minutes if [ Record Setting] is set to [60p/50p]

and [ Frame Rate] is set to [30fps/25fps].)

• The times for slow-motion/quick-motion movies are playback times,

not recording times.

Note

• 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.

• The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card.

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Notes on continuous movie recording

• 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 following values are the continuous times from when the camera

starts recording until the camera stops recording.

Ambient

temperature

Continuous recording time for

movies (HD)

Continuous recording time for

movies (4K)

20°C (68°F) Approx. 29 min. Approx. 29 min.

30°C (86°F) Approx. 29 min. Approx. 29 min.

40°C (104°F) Approx. 29 min. Approx. 29 min.

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

4K: XAVC S 4K (Super 35 mm, 60 Mbps)

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

temperature 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 some

time with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature

inside the camera drops fully.

• If you observe the following points, the recording time will be longer.

– Keep the camera out of direct sunlight.

– Turn the camera off when it is not being used.

• When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is

limited to approx. 2GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2GB

during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically.

• When [ File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited

to approx. 4GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 4GB during

recording, recording will stop automatically.

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Specifications

Camera

[System]

Camera Type

Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

Lens

Sony A-mount lens*

* When using a DT lens, shooting

automatically switches to the APS-C

size.

[Image sensor]

Image format

35mm full frame (35.9mm ×

24.0mm), CMOS image sensor

Effective pixel number of camera

Approx. 42400000 pixels

Total pixel number of camera

Approx. 43600000 pixels

[SteadyShot]

System

In-camera sensor shift image

stabilization system

[Anti-Dust]

System

Charge protection coating on

optical filter and image sensor shift

mechanism

[Auto focus system]

Detection system

TTL phase-detection system

Detection sensors

Detection sensor 1:

CCD linear image sensor

Detection sensor 2:

Focal plane phase detection sensor

Number of focus points

Detection sensor 1:

79 points (15 cross-type points, F2.8-

sensitive at the center point)

Detection sensor 2:

399 points (323 selectable points, 79

Hybrid Cross AF Points*)

* When Hybrid Phase Detection AF is

activated

Sensitivity Range

Detection sensor 1: –4EV to +18EV

(center area, at ISO 100 equivalent,

F2.8)

[Electronic viewfinder]

Type

Electronic viewfinder

Total number of dots

2359296 dots

Frame coverage

100%

Magnification

Approx. 0.78× with 50mm lens at

infinity, –1m–1

Eye Point (CIPA standard compliant)

Approx. 23mm from the eyepiece,

approx. 18.5mm from the eyepiece

frame at –1m–1

Diopter Adjustment

–4.0m–1 to +3.0m–1

[Monitor]

LCD monitor

7.5cm (3.0 type) TFT drive

Total number of dots

1228800 (640 × 4 (RGBW) × 480)

dots

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[Exposure control]

Metering method

1200-zone evaluative metering

Metering Range

–2 EV to +17 EV (at ISO 100 equivalent

with F1.4 lens)

ISO sensitivity (Recommended

exposure index)

Still images: ISO 100 to 25600

(Extended ISO: Minimum ISO 50,

maximum ISO 102400), [ISO AUTO]

(ISO 100 to 6400, Maximum/

Minimum can be set.)

Movies: ISO 100 to 25600 equivalent,

[ISO AUTO] (ISO 100 to 6400

equivalent, Maximum/Minimum can

be set.)

Exposure compensation

±5.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 EV

and 1/2 EV steps)

[Shutter]

Type

Electronically-controlled, vertical-

traverse, focal-plane type

Speed range

Still images: 1/8000 second to 30

seconds, BULB

Movies: 1/8000 second to 1/4

second (1/3 EV step)

– 1080 60i-compatible devices:

up to 1/60 second in AUTO mode

(up to 1/30 second in Auto slow

shutter mode)

– 1080 50i-compatible devices:

up to 1/50 second in AUTO mode

(up to 1/25 second in Auto slow

shutter mode)

Flash sync speed

1/250 second (when using a flash

manufactured by Sony)

[Continuous shooting]

Continuous shooting speed

: Maximum of 12images per

second/ : Maximum of 8images

per second

• Based on our measurement

conditions. The speed of

continuous shooting can be

slower, depending on the shooting

conditions.

Number of continuous shots

: Extra fine 60images

: Extra fine 65images

[Recording format]

File format

JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.31, MPF

Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW

2.3 format)

Movie (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, equipped

with 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

[Recording media]

Memory Stick media, SD cards

• For details, see “Memory cards that

can be used” (page 89).

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[Slot]

SLOT1

Multi-slot for Memory Stick PRO Duo

media and SD cards (UHS-I

compatible)

SLOT2

Slot for SD cards (UHS-I compatible)

Supports operations between two

memory cards.

[Input/output terminals]

Multi/Micro USB Terminal*

Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)

* Supports Micro USB compatible

devices.

HDMI

HDMI type D micro jack

 (Microphone) Terminal

3.5 mm Stereo mini jack

 (Headphones) Terminal

3.5 mm Stereo mini jack

REMOTE

[Power, general]

Battery pack

Rechargeable battery pack

NP-FM500H

Power consumption (while shooting)

Using a 28-75mm F2.8 SAM

When using the viewfinder:

Approx. 3.6W

When using the monitor:

Approx. 2.9W

[Others]

Microphone

Stereo

Speaker

Monaural

Exif Print

Compatible

DPOF

Compatible

PRINT Image Matching III

Compatible

Dimensions

Approx. 142.6mm × 104.2mm ×

76.1mm

(Approx. 55/8inches × 41/8inches

× 3inches) (W/H/D, excluding

protrusions)

Mass

Approx. 849g (1lb 13.9oz)

(including battery pack and

Memory Stick PRO Duo media)

Approx. 770g (1lb 11.2oz) (body 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)

[Wireless LAN]

Supported format

IEEE802.11b/g/n

Frequency band

2.4GHz bandwidth

Security

WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK

Connection method

Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)/

Manual

Access method

Infrastructure mode

[NFC]

Tag type

NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant

[Bluetooth communications]

Bluetooth® standard Ver. 4.1

Frequency band

2.4 GHz bandwidth

Model No. WW067022

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Input rating

AC 100V to 240V, 50Hz/60Hz, 9W

Output rating

DC 8.4V, 750mA

Rechargeable battery pack

NP-FM500H

Nominal voltage

DC 7.2V

Design and specifications are subject

to change without notice.

On image data compatibility

• This camera conforms with DCF

(Design rule for Camera File system)

universal standard established

by JEITA (Japan Electronics and

Information Technology Industries

Association).

• Playback of images recorded with

your camera on other equipment

and playback of images recorded

or edited with other equipment on

your camera are not guaranteed.

Trademarks

• Memory Stick and are

trademarks or registered

trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• XAVC S and are registered

trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• “AVCHD Progressive” and

the “AVCHD Progressive”

logotype are trademarks of

Panasonic Corporation and

Sony Corporation.

• Mac is a registered trademark of

Apple Inc. in the United States and

other countries.

• IOS is a registered trademark or

trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.

• iPhone and iPad are registered

trademarks of Apple Inc. in the

United States and other countries.

• Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™

are trademarks of the

Blu-ray Disc Association.

• DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED

are trademarks of

Digital Living Network Alliance.

• Dolby and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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

• 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.

• Microsoft and Windows

are registered trademarks

or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United

States and/or other countries.

• SDXC logo is a trademark of

SD-3C, LLC.

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• Facebook and the “f” logo

are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Facebook, Inc.

• Android and Google Play

are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Google Inc.

• YouTube and the YouTube logo

are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Google Inc.

• Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo and

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.

• The Bluetooth® word mark and

logos are registered trademarks

owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

and any use of such marks by

Sony Corporation is under license.

• 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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Index

0-9

4K movie ..........................................50

AF .................................................... 39

AF-A.................................................. 37

AF-C .................................................. 38

AF-S .................................................. 37

Auto focus ........................................ 39

Auto Mode ....................................... 35

AVCHD .........................................50, 51

AWB..................................................68

Battery pack ..................................... 29

Charging ........................................... 28

Clear Image Zoom ........................... 73

Clock setting .................................... 34

Computer ...................................58, 60

Cross-type AF area.....................39, 40

Custom white balance ..................... 68

Date imprint ..................................... 35

Date/Time Setup ............................. 34

Dedicated phase detection AF area

............................................... 39, 40

Delete ............................................... 36

Digital Zoom .................................... 73

Diopter-adjustment .......................... 17

Direct manual focus ...................38, 44

DISP .................................................. 73

DMF ............................................38, 44

DRO ..................................................68

Eye-Fi ................................................ 78

Fn ................................................ 18, 25

Focal plane phase detection AF area

..................................................... 39

Focus ................................................ 37

Focus indicator................................. 38

Front multi-controller ...................... 23

Function button ............................... 25

HDR ..................................................68

Help Guide ......................................... 2

Hybrid Cross AF points .................... 39

Hybrid Phase Detection AF system

............................................... 39, 42

Image Data Converter .....................60

In-Camera Guide................................ 2

Intelligent Auto ................................ 35

Language .......................................... 11

Lens .................................................. 32

List of icons ...................................... 82

Memory card .............................. 30, 89

MENU ................................................ 62

MENU button ..............................18, 62

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Index

MENU items ..................................... 63

MF ............................................... 38, 43

Monitor............................................. 82

Movie..........................................36, 50

MOVIE button ...................................18

Movie file format ..............................51

MP4 ...................................................51

Multi-selector ................................... 23

NFC ............................................. 10, 56

Noise Reduction............................... 63

One-touch(NFC) ............................... 56

Playback ........................................... 36

PlayMemories Home .......................60

Printing ..............................................77

Quick Navi ........................................ 26

RAW..................................................49

Recordable number of images........90

Recordable time of movies ............. 92

Remote Camera Control ...................61

Select Rec. Media ............................30

Sensitivity ......................................... 67

Smart Zoom ..................................... 73

Software ........................................... 60

Specifications ................................... 95

Still image ........................................ 35

Volume ............................................. 78

WB .................................................... 68

Wi-Fi ........................................... 10, 56

XAVC S ..............................................50

XAVC S 4K ..........................................51

XAVC S HD .........................................51

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