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Sony SLT-A65V User's Manual

1. shot Shooting function Number of images to be shot 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject Scene recognized by the camera 2 Night Scene 24 Hand held Twilight Landscape Backlight Portrait e Portrait 2 Tripod Night Scene Backlight M Macro amp Night Portrait amp Spotlight Low Brightness Baby Shooting function Cont Shooting 139 Slow Sync 42 124 Auto HDR 129 Daylight Sync Slow Shutter Hand held Twilight 39 89 38 Shooting with the various shooting modes SCN Scene Selection 1 Set the mode dial to SCN Scene Selection 2 Press the center of the control button 3 Select the desired mode with A V then press the center of the control button To change the scene press the Fn button then select another scene 4 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject Q Portrait Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject Expresses skin tones softly X Sports Action Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed Shoots close subjects such as flowers foods aA Landscape Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors Sunset Shoots the red of the sunrise or sunset beautifully
2. amp unoous Selecting the drive mode Ambient light Any light other than the flash light that shines on the scene for an extended period of time such as natural light a light bulb or a fluorescent light In bracket shooting the same number of indices as the number of recordable images is displayed on the EV scale When the bracket shooting starts the indices that indicate already recorded images start to disappear one by one WB bracket Based on the selected white balance and the color temperature color filter 3 images are recorded with the white balance shifted 1 on the control button Gwe WB bracket Select the desired setting When Lo is selected it is shifted by 10 MK and when Hi is selected it is shifted by 20 MK 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject a unit to indicate the color conversion quality in color temperature filters The same value as the conventional unit Mired Remote Cdr You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC the shutter is released after 2 seconds buttons on RMT DSLRI Wireless Remote Commander sold separately Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander 142 Selecting the drive mode 1 onthe control button amp Remote Cdr 2 Focus on the subject point the transmitter of the Wireless Remote Commander to the remot
3. 182 D Range Optimizer 128 Drive mode 46 139 Enlarged 50 EV 100 141 Exposure 44 Eyecup Eyb Fi pee Eyepiece Sensor 15 Eye Start 58 Face 117 Face Registration 118 File Number sss 166 Fill flash 42 124 Flash bracket 140 Flash compensation 122 Flash control 123 Flash mode 42 78 124 Flash Off 31 42 88 124 Fn button eee 53 55 Focus 108 Focus Hold Button Focus indicator Focus Focus Focus lock sss Folder Name Format ei eee 212 GPS Lunes 154 203 GPS assist 155 GPS Auto Time Cor 155 Grid Eine 161 H Hand held Twilight 39 89 HDMI Resolution 152 High ISO NR 159 High speed 124 Histogram 82 Ima
4. Audio signals 3 Auto HDR 1 AUTO Auto Cont Shooting 88 Auto Image Extract 88 Autoflash se 42 124 Autofocus 108 Autofocus 111 72 106 202 B Battery pack 20 22 208 BfaCket ettet 140 BRAVIA 152 BULB shooting 100 C Center weighted 122 Charging battery pack 20 Cleaning mode 184 Color filter Color Space Color temperature 136 Compression ratio 157 COMPU ree eres 66 Continuous Advance Priority AE Continuous AF Continuous bracket 140 Continuous shooting 139 Cohtrast iei 132 Control button 53 Creative 132 CTRL FOR HDMI 152 Custom white balance 136 D Date imprint 182 Date Time setup 28 DC IN terminal 17 Delete 35 150 Digital level gauge 83 Diopter adjustment 30 Disc creation 72 179 DPOF
5. amp unoous Zooming in in one step You can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter Digital zoom and record the image Press the 2c button Each time you press the 0 button the zoom scaling changes as follows Approx x1 4 Approx x2 Off The image size is automatically set to the following regardless of the selected image size Zoom scaling Image size Approx x1 4 M Approx x2 S Notes The smart teleconverter is unavailable When the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama When Smart Telecon Button is set to Focus Magnifier Quality is set to RAW or RAW amp JPEG The Smile Shutter function is set to On When the smart teleconverter is available when in autofocus mode AF area is set to Spot When the smart teleconverter is available Metering mode is set to Multi segment You cannot use the smart teleconverter function with movies 138 u Selecting the drive mode Shooting single shot This mode is for normal shooting amp on the control button L3 Single Shooting Note When the exposure mode is set to Sports Action in Scene Selection you cannot shoot single shot Cont Shooting The camera records the images continuously 1 on the control button cy Cont Shooting Select the desired speed
6. amp unoous 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject When you press and hold the shutter button the recording continues Shooting technique To shoot continuously faster set the exposure mode to Continuous Advance Priority AE pages 41 93 Notes When Gini is selected the image recorded between the frames is displayed 139 Selecting the drive mode You cannot shoot continuously when using Scene Selection modes other than Sports Action The 10 second self timer is convenient when the photographer appears in a photo and the 2 second self timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake 1 on the control button Self timer Select the desired setting The number after is the number of seconds that is currently selected 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject When the self timer is activated audio signals and the self timer lamp indicate the condition The self timer lamp flashes quickly and the audio signal sounds quickly right before the shooting To cancel the self timer Press amp Gy on the control button Bracket Cont Single Bracket direction direction Bracket shooting allows you to shoot several images each with different degrees of exposure Specify the value of deviation steps from the base exposure and the camera shoots 3 or 5 images while automatically shifting the exposure 140 Selecting the drive mode 1
7. Wireless flash with lighting ratio control You can use the wireless lighting ratio control in combination with the multiple flashes For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the flash HVL F58AM HVL F43AM The AF illuminator You can set the AF illuminator to focus on a subject under dark lighting 125 amp unoous The flash MENU button if 2 AF Illuminator Select the desired Setting AF illuminator does not operate when Autofocus Mode is set to CEA Continuous AF or the subject is moving in EGY Automatic AF The or indicator lights The AF illuminator may not operate with focal lengths of 300 mm or longer When an external flash sold separately that is equipped with an AF illuminator is attached the AF illuminator of the external flash is used Push the built in flash down AF illuminator does not operate when Smile Shutter is set to On 126 Setting ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number recommended exposure index The larger the number the higher the sensitivity 1 Press the ISO button to display ISO button the ISO screen 2 Select the desired setting with A V on the control button The larger the number the higher the noise level If you want to select Multi Frame Noise Reduct display the setup screen with gt and select the desired value with A V Notes When
8. amp unoous Selecting the shooting mode Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama recording may be discontinued in the following situations You pan or tilt the camera too fast or too slow There is too much camera shake The camera continues shooting during Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama recording and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shooting Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan or tilt the camera in an arc with a Vertical Horizontal direction constant velocity and in the same direction direction as the indication on the screen Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep CEP DX Panorama is better suited for still ce Bano subjects rather than moving ones tv Radius as short as Q possible In Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama it is recommended that you use a wide angle lens When you use a lens that has a long focal length pan or tilt the camera more slowly than when you use a wide angle lens Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway so that you can lock the focus exposure and white balance f a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge the image composition may fail In such cases adjust the frame composition so that the section is in the center of the image then shoot again 3D images Using the same operation as that for Sweep Panorama the camera records multiple images and combines them to create a 3D image
9. 40 Continuous Advance Priority AE 41 Using the shooting functions Using the flash t 42 Adjusting the brightness of the image 44 Gy Selecting the drive mode ssss 46 Switching the recording information display DISP 47 Setting image size Image Size Panorama SiZe eet ett ree 48 Using the playback functions Enlarging images Met 50 Switching to the display of the image list Viewing images on a TV screen Functions list Functions that can be operated with the buttons switch Selecting a function with the Fn Function button 54 Functions that can be selected with the Fn Function button Using the guide function of the camera In Camera Guide epus tease Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer Using the software Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies 72 Others List of icons on the screen Functions available for each shooting mode Flash modes available Advanced operations This section provides further information on the camera Preparation Setting up the camera Removing the eyecup The screen displayed for shooting mode Selecting the screen mode Histogram The digital level gauge Monitoring the subject through th
10. Ambient light is not sufficient 109 amp unoous Adjusting the focus To measure the exact distance to the subject The amp mark located on the top of the camera shows the location of the image sensor When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject refer to the position of the horizontal line The image sensor is the part of the camera that acts as the film Note If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens the focus cannot be confirmed Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera 1 Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down The focus is locked Set Autofocus Mode to Single shot AF 2 Keep the shutter button halfway down and put the subject back in the original position to re compose the shot 3 Press the shutter button fully down to take the picture 110 Adjusting the focus Autofocus Mode Fn button rx Autofocus Mode Select the desired setting Single shot The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press AF the shutter button halfway down Automatic AF The Autofocus Mode is switched between Single shot AF and Continuous AF according to the movement of the subject When you press and hold the shutter button halfway down if the subject is motionless the fo
11. Notes While the exposure value is locked 3 appears on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder Be careful not to reset the setting When AEL toggle is selected be sure to press the AEL button again to release the lock 161 Setting the other functions of the camera To assign another function to the AEL button You can assign one of the following functions to the AEL button in addition to the AEL function Exposure Comp Drive Mode Flash Mode Autofocus Mode AF area Face Detection Smile Shutter ISO Metering Mode Flash Comp White Balance DRO Auto HDR Creative Style Picture Effect Image Size Quality Object Tracking AF lock Aperture Preview Shot Result Preview Smart Telecon Focus Magnifier ISO Button You can also assign another function to the ISO button other than the ISO function The functions available are the same as those of Func of AEL button page 161 MENU button 3 ISO Button Select the desired setting Preview Button You can check the approximate blurring of the background of the subject before shooting MENU button zx 3 Preview Button Select the desired setting Shot Result Preview The aperture is narrowed to match the selected aperture value and you can check the blurring The shutter speed value is also reflected Aperture Preview The aperture is narrowed to match the selected aperture value and you can check the blurring Electronic Fr
12. When the Wide AF area is used the center area is used for focusing when the Zone AF area is used a typical area of the selected area is used and when the Local AF area is used an area that is selected with the control button is used When using a tele converter sold separately etc rotation of the focusing ring may not be smooth The correct focus in the viewfinder is not achieved if the diopter is not adjusted properly in viewfinder mode page 30 Make sure to set the focus mode switch to MF for manual focus Do not rotate the focusing ring without setting to MF Rotating the focusing ring forcibly without switching to MF may damage the focusing ring 114 Adjusting the focus You can enhance the outline of in focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus This function allows you to confirm the focus easily MENU button zx 2 Peaking Level Select the desired setting Notes Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus the peaking level is different depending on the subject shooting situation or on the lens used The outline of in focus ranges is not enhanced when the camera is connected using an HDMI cable To set the color of the peaking function You can set the color used for the peaking function in manual focus MENU button zx 2 Peaking Color Select the desired setting Note This item cannot be set when Peaking Level is set to Off Focus Magnifier
13. You can view these 3D images using a 3D compatible TV For details on 3D shooting see page 205 To change the image size You can select the image size MENU button 1 Panorama Size or 3D Pan Image Size 92 Selecting the shooting mode To set the pan or tilt direction You can set the direction in which to pan or tilt the camera MENU button i amp 1 Panorama Direction or 3D Pan Direction Select the desired setting Cont Priority AE This mode is suitable for Shooting a fast moving subject continuously to capture a moment Shooting a child s expressions changing continuously from moment to moment Set the mode dial to Cont Priority AE and shoot images page 41 Shooting techniques When the autofocus mode is set to Continuous AF the focus and the exposure continue to be adjusted during shooting The ISO sensitivity can be adjusted n manual focus mode or when the autofocus mode is set to Single shot AF you can adjust the ISO sensitivity and the aperture When Single shot AF is selected the focus is fixed at the first image Notes The Face Detection function is turned off When Auto HDR is selected the DRO process is performed temporarily according to the DRO setting Our measurement conditions The speed of continuous shooting is slower depending on shooting conditions 93 amp unoous Selectin
14. Auto HDR AUTO Exposure Diff Auto Corrects the exposure difference automatically Exposure Difference Level Sets the exposure difference based on the contrast of the subject Select the optimal level between 1 0Ev weak and 6 0Ev strong For example When 2 0Ev is selected 3 images are overlaid an image with 1 0Ev an image with the correct exposure and an image with 1 0Ev Ev displayed with is the step currently selected Shooting technique Since the shutter is released 3 times for 1 shot be careful about the following Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not blink Do not recompose Notes You cannot use this function on RAW images When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Continuous Advance Priority AE or Scene Selection or when Multi Frame Noise Reduct is selected you cannot select Auto HDR You cannot start the next shoot until the capture process is completed after you shoot You may not obtain a desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting conditions When the flash is used this function has little effect 129 amp unoous Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically D Range When the contrast of the scene is low or when camera shake or subject blur is occurred you m
15. FINE 8 92100 5e p whem Sa 15 2 rey 99 st ter Y 8 32 213 3 1 125 F28 ISOAUTO Tracking focus Display Indication Indication ED 3D Sweep Panorama 40 Exposure mode 37 91 24M 12M Image size of still images 6 0M 20M 48 10M 5 1M WIDE STD 116 9 RAW Image quality of still RAW J images 157 Memory card 22 206 FINE Upload 168 STD 60p 601 24p Frame rate of movies 50 50i 25p 106 Remaining number of Image size of movies recordable images EE 106 Aspect ratio of still e mage 157 qmj100 Remaining battery 23 The screen displayed for shooting mode Display Indication Display Indication 5e Flash charge in progress AW f White balance Auto 42 2 Q Preset Custom Color Setting Effect OFF 83 LEE temperature Color filter Ux etting Etfec 83 Pago 134 No audio recording of 7500K movies 107 A5 G5 as SteadyShot Camera Ga 000 D Range Optimizer Wi WE shake warning 86 Gy 128 Auto HDR 129 H z Sat mut Creative Style 132 Mail XS GPS triangulating status Gat Gat et Contrast Saturation MS 154 SLT AOSV only 434343 Sharpness M P
16. Note Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact such as the lens of an astronomical telescope In such cases adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image 160 Setting the other functions of the camera Grid Line The grid line is an auxiliary line for shooting composition You can set the grid line to on off or select the type of grid line The available range of movie recording is also displayed MENU button zx 2 Grid Line Select the desired setting Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting You can change the displayed time MENU button zx 2 Auto Review Select the desired setting Note In auto review the image will not be displayed in the vertical position even if Playback Display is set to Auto Rotate page 147 Func of AEL button The function of the AEL button can be selected from the following 2 functions page 122 Holding the locked exposure value by pressing the AEL button while the button is held down AEL hold Holding the locked exposure value by pressing the AEL button until the button is pressed again AEL toggle When AEL hold or R AEL toggle is selected the exposure is locked in spot metering mode MENU button zx 3 Func of AEL button Select the desired setting paoueApy ay jo dnas
17. Target frame 3 Press the shutter button to shoot the subject Notes Tracking may be difficult in the following situations The subject is moving too quickly The subject is too small or too large The contrast between the subject and the background is poor The subject is under dark lighting The ambient light changes The Object Tracking function cannot be used when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Continuous Advance Priority AE or Hand held Twilight in Scene Selection or smart teleconverter is used the manual focus function is selected The camera stops tracking a subject when the subject moves off of the screen When the subject to be tracked is a face If the face disappears from the screen while the camera is tracking and then returns to the screen the camera focuses on that face again f you trigger Smile Shutter while tracking a face the face becomes the target of the smile detection feature 113 amp unoous Adjusting the focus When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode you can adjust the focus manually 1 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF 2 When the lens is not equipped with the focus mode switch set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF 3 Rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus Focusing ring Notes
18. 146 Viewing images on a TV screen 214 White balance 134 White balance bracket 142 Wind Noise 107 Wireless 124 Wireless Remote Commander
19. 56 The functions selected with the MENU button You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as shooting playback or other operations Press the MENU button then set up the desired item with A W lt gt on the control button then press the center of the control button Select a page of the menu Select an item on the menu Still shooting menu 0m2 H oar Image Size 48 Selects the size of still images L 24M M 12M S 6 0M When Aspect Ratio is set to 3 2 L 20M M 10M S 5 1M When Aspect Ratio is set to 16 9 Aspect Ratio 157 Selects the aspect ratio for still images 3 2 16 9 Quality 157 Sets the image quality for still images RAW RAW amp JPEG Fine Standard Panorama Size 48 Selects the size of panoramic images Standard Wide Panorama Direction 83 Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images Right Left Up Down 3D Pan Image Size Selects the size of 3D images 48 16 9 Standard Wide 3D Pan Direction Sets the shooting direction for 3D images 93 Right Left 1 Long Exposure NR 159 Sets noise reduction processing for shots in which shutter speed will be second or longer On Off 57 1811 5002014 The functions selected with the MENU button High ISO NR 159 Sets noise reduction processing for high sensitivity shooti
20. Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV MENU button 5 1 30 Viewing Using BRAVIA Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports BRAVIA Sync using an HDMI cable you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control About playback on TV 1 Connect a TV that supports BRAVIA Sync to the camera page 52 The input is automatically switched and the image shot with the camera appears on the TV screen 2 Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV Remote Control 3 Operate with the buttons on the TV Remote Control The items for Sync Menu Slide Show Plays back images automatically page 147 Single image Returns to the single image screen playback Image Index Switches to the image index screen 3D Viewing Plays back 3D images when connected to a 3D compatible TV View Mode Switches the view mode Delete Deletes images Notes The operations available are restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable Only TVs that support BRAVIA Sync can provide these operations The SYNC Menu operations differ depending on the TV connected For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV If the camera performs unnecessary operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the camera is connected to another manufacturer s TV using an HDMI connection set CTRL FOR HDMI in the am
21. Display Indication Display Indication NI Remaining battery PAH OFF D Range Optimizer warning 23 11 Gy 128 Auto HDR Auto Remaining battery 23 Bre Warne Database file full 197 ME ae TM Date of recording n rheating u verheating warning 11 3 7 File number Number of 2 images in the view mode Display Indication When the image has a high key or P Histogram 82 low key portion that portion is flashed on the histogram display Luminance AUTO Exposure mode 37 limit warming L ga M a 1 125 Shutter speed 97 F3 5 Aperture 95 150200 ISO sensitivity 127 0 3 Exposure compensation 44 0 3 Flash compensation 122 3 Metering mode 122 35mm Focal length Creative Style 132 Picture Effect 131 REO Baar mel WB aie Eg 5500K A1 M1 White balance Auto Preset Color temperature Color filter Custom 134 145 pasueapy yoeqAe d Using the playback functions Rotating an image 1 Display the image you want to rotate then press the 5 button button 2 Press the center of the control button The image is rotated counter clockwise When you want to do another rotation repeat step 2 Once you rotate the image the image is played back in the rotated position even after you turn off the power To return to the normal playback screen Press the
22. In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera This may cause the camera to malfunction and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired Humid places These may mold on a lens On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap or body cap when not using the camera When attaching the body cap remove all the dust from the cap before placing it on the camera When you purchase the DT 18 55mm F3 5 5 6 SAM Lens Kit purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC R55 also 198 On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0 C and 40 C 32 F and 104 F Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location moisture may condense inside or outside the camera This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera How to prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over about 1 hour If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens you will be unable to record clear images On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargea
23. background by slowing the shutter speed nf Rear Sync Fires right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter amp Wireless Fires an external flash sold separately that is off the camera and away from it Wireless flash shooting 43 ay Adjusting the brightness of the image Except for exposure mode M the exposure is automatically selected Automatic exposure Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic exposure you can perform exposure compensation You can make the entire image brighter by shifting to the side The entire image becomes darker when you shift it to the side Exposure compensation 1 Press the button button 2 Adjust the exposure with the control dial Toward over Brightens an image Toward under Darkens an image n viewfinder mode confirm the exposure using the EV scale Compensated exposure Viewfinder SB ML 1 250 M Standard exposure 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject Shooting techniques Adjust the compensation level by checking the recorded image Using bracket shooting you can shoot multiple images with the exposure shifted to the plus or minus sides page 140 44 Adjusting the brightness of the image Note This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is
24. the operating noise of the camera or lens may be recorded You can record movies without audio MENU button 1 Audio Recording Off When the focus mode is set to manual focus you can disable recording of the operating noise of the lens for the autofocus page 114 To reduce wind noise You can reduce wind noise by cutting bass sound input from the built in microphone MENU button HH 1 Wind Noise Reduct On Notes Setting this item to On may cause some bass sound to be recorded with too low a volume Set it to Off when the wind is not blowing When an external microphone sold separately is used this item does not function 107 amp unoous Adjusting the focus There are 2 methods for adjusting the focus autofocus and manual focus Depending on the lens the method for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is different The type of lens The switch to be used To switch to auto focus To switch to manual focus The lens is equipped with a focus mode switch Lens Always set the focus mode switch on the camera to AF Set the focus mode switch on the lens to AF Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF The lens is not equipped with a focus mode switch Camera Set the focus mode switch on the camera to AF Set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF 1 Set th
25. 28 The area selected with Area Setting is different from the actual area Set up Area Setting again page 28 The aperture value and or shutter speed flashes when you press the shutter button halfway down Since the subject is too bright or too dark it is beyond the available range of the camera Adjust the setting again The image is whitish Flare Blurring of light appears on the image Ghosting The picture was taken under a strong light source and excessive light has entered the lens Attach a lens hood The corners of the picture are too dark If any filter or hood is used take it off and try shooting again Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood the filter or the hood may partially appear in the image The optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark insufficient light You may compensate for this phenomenon with Lens Comp Shading page 165 190 Troubleshooting The eyes of the subject come out red Activate the red eye reduction function page 58 Get close to the subject and shoot the subject within the flash range using the flash Check the flash range in Specifications Dots appear and remain on the LCD monitor This is not a malfunction These dots are not recorded page 10 The image is blurred The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash resulting in
26. 6 T 8 9 1 Shutter button 31 13 4 Flash pop up button 42 2 Power switch 28 124 3 Control dial 94 14 Mounting index 25 4 Remote sensor 142 15 Lens release button 26 B Self timer lamp 140 16 Focus mode switch 108 114 6 Lens contacts Do not directly touch these parts 7 Miror Do not cover this part 8 Preview button 97 during movie recording 9 Mount Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume 10 Built in flash 42 124 11 Microphone 107 Mode dial 37 Rear side N O Identifying parts HM N Eyepiece sensors 80 Viewfinder When you look into the viewfinder the viewfinder mode is activated and when you take your face away from the viewfinder the screen mode returns to the LCD monitor mode Diopter adjustment dial 30 LCD monitor 74 84 144 Light sensor 163 Eyecup 80 For shooting Fn Function button 54 55 For viewing 4 Image rotation button 146 8 Control button lt 4 P DISP Display 81 144 WB White balance 134 8 Gy Drive 46 139 Picture Effect 131 9 Control button Enter AF button 112 Object Tracking button 112 10 2 In Camera Guide button 64 For viewing 1 D
27. 95 21 AS GPS triangulating status HAUTS merid a E Ms ROGE TAS y oi 3 0 Exposure compensation M 44 Ma Nos AE lock 121 os SteadyShot error 195 GPS information SLT Overheating warning 11 A65V only Su Database file full 197 35 3T Latitude and longitude Database file error 197 LUN display SLT A65V only EL View Mode 146 31 W 100 0003 Folder file number uH uci T 177 o Protect 149 Picture Effect error 132 DPOF DPOF set 182 150400 De sensitivity 127 R ining b 3 1 File number Number of eu se ale images in the view mode 2011 1 1 Date of recording 2 10 37AM Display Indication 4 Spot metering area 122 Display Indication aB ob Bo AF 112 ets O Gai Drive mode 46 139 tx Smart teleconverter 138 on ge ug 75 1 0 List of icons on the screen Focus mode 111 gs AF area 112 Display Indication Display Indication 4 Flash mode 42 124 Picture Effect 131 hn d se Red eye reduction 58 uss Soo do amp d d Eloy ore Object tracking 112 Face Detection 117 Smile Shutter 119 Son ei Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator 119 lt 5 Display Indication OA Metering mode 122 s Flash compensation 122 LEE EE mm 7500K A5 G5 Whit
28. Date Imprint 4182 Cleaning Cleaning the camera and a lens 183 Cleaning the image sensor esee 184 Trouble shooting Others Troubleshooting e n e 187 Warning messages 196 Precautions 198 To use your camera abroad Power sources 5 201 AVCHD format 202 GPS SLT A65V only 203 205 206 7 3D shootings Memory card Battery pack Battery charger The License O __ _ Basic operations The contents of the Basic operations section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied This section provides the basic information on operating the camera To more effectively take advantage of the camera see Advanced operations page 79 Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure This camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects the LCD monitor mode using the LCD monitor and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder The recorded image may be different from the image you monitored before recording Notes on the functions available with the camera To check whether it is a 1080 60i compatible device or 1080 50i compatible device check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera 1080 60i compatible device 60i 1080 50i compatible device 50i This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 50p format movies Unlike standard recording m
29. On memory cards Do not attach a label etc ona memory card or a card adaptor This may cause a malfunction On recording playback When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card and is unrecoverable Save precious data on a computer etc If you repeatedly record delete images fragmentation of data may occur on the memory card Movies may not be able to be saved or recorded In such a case save your images to a computer or other storage location then format the memory card page 166 Before you record one time events make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly This camera is neither dust proof nor splash proof nor water proof Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens or the viewfinder This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes Or it may cause a malfunction of your camera 199 paoueApy sjau1g Burjoous aqno Precautions Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation The camera may not be able to record or play back properly Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions f moisture condensation occurs remove it before using the camera page 1
30. Printing Date Imprint gt On Note This function may not be provided depending on the printer 182 Cleaning the camera and a lens Cleaning the camera Do not touch the inside of the camera such as lens contacts or the mirror Since dust on the mirror or around the mirror may affect the images or the performance of the camera blow the dust away using a commercially available blower For details on cleaning the image sensor see the next page Do not use a spray blower Using one may cause a malfunction Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water then wipe the surface with a dry cloth Do not use the following as they may damage the finish or the casing Chemical products such as thinner benzine alcohol disposable cloths insect repellent sunscreen or insecticide etc Do not touch the camera with the above on your hand Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time Cleaning the lens pasueapy Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents such as thinner or benzine When cleaning the lens surface remove dust using a commercially available blower In case of dust that sticks to the surface wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution Wipe in a spiral pattern from the center to the outside Do not spray lens cleaning solution dir
31. Select Enter then format the memory card You can use the memory card again however all previous data in the memory card is erased It may take a some time to complete the format If the message still appears change the memory card Processing When Long exposure noise reduction or High ISO noise reduction will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open You cannot do any further shooting during this reduction Unable to display Images recorded with other cameras or images modified with a computer may not be able to be displayed Memory Card Error e An incompatible memory card is inserted or the format has failed 196 Check the lens attachment If the lens is not supported you can permit use of the lens in the custom menu Thelens is not attached properly or the lens is not attached When attaching the camera to an astronomical telescope or something similar set Release w o Lens to Enable Warning messages Unable to print Camera Error You tried to mark RAW images System Error with a DPOF mark Turn the power off remove the battery pack then re insert it If Camera overheating Allow it to the message appears frequently cool consult your Sony dealer or local The camera has become hot authorized Sony service facility because you have been shooting Image Database File error Recover continuously Turn the power off Cool t
32. WRB Xil Tracking focus e Le 1 250 _F3 5 moo 50400 x p For playback Basic information display I 08 100 0003 24 FINE o DPOF uu E 14 G 353732 N 1394431 W 1125 5 150200 2011 1 1 3m Indication Exposure mode 37 Scene Recognition icons 38 88 Memory card 22 206 Upload 168 Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 157 E 3D Sweep Panorama 40 91 24M 12M Image size of still images 6 0M 20M 48 10M 5 1M WIDE STD 116 9 RAW Image quality of still RAW J images 157 FINE STD 60p 601 24p Frame rate of movies 50 50i 25p 106 List of icons on the screen Indication Display Indication Image size of movies 106 Shutter speed indicator 47 Aperture indicator 47 100 Remaining battery 23 ce Flash charge in progress 3 42 Display Indication Setting Effect OFF 83 REC 0 12 Recording time of the Sore No audio recording of movie m s movies 107 Focus 32 109 Wore WH SteadyShot Camera 1 250 Shutter speed 97 wi wwe shake warning 86 5 Aperture
33. You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting 1 MENU button zx 3 Smart Telecon Button Focus Magnifier 2 Press the Focus Magnifier button Focus Magnifier button 115 amp unoous Adjusting the focus 3 Press the Focus Magnifier button again to enlarge the image and select the portion you want to enlarge with A W lt gt on the control button Each time you press the Focus Magnifier button the zoom scaling changes as follows Full display gt Approx x5 9 Approx x11 7 4 Confirm and adjust the focus Rotate the focusing ring to adjust the focus in manual focus mode If you press the AF button in autofocus mode the Focus Magnifier function is canceled and the autofocus is activated The Focus Magnifier function is canceled if you press the shutter button halfway down D Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image Youcan record images when an image is enlarged however the recorded image is for full display The Focus Magnifier function will be released after shooting 116 Detecting faces Face Detection The camera detects faces adjusts the focus exposure performs image processing and adjusts flash settings Fn button gt Face Detection Select the desired setting Off Turns off Face Detection On Regist Faces Enables Face Detection and prioritizes r
34. a 97 Preview Button 162 Print dote em 182 Program Auto ss 94 PIECE AE 149 Q Quality eee 157 R RAW 157 Recover Image DB Red Eye Reduction Reducing camera shake 86 Release w o Lens 160 Remote Commander 17 142 R S6t iain cepere reo 170 Rotate niente 146 Saturation osese 132 Scene Selection 39 89 Select REC Folder 167 140 Set the clock tes 28 Index Sharpness sss 132 Shooting netten 31 Shooting 64 Shoulder 17 Shutter Priority Shutter speed T Single Bracket Single shot Slide show sss Slow Smart teleconverter 138 Smile Shutter 119 Software 68 Sports Action 39 89 NR 122 SteadyShot function 86 UNS 39 89 Sweep Panorama 40 48 91 Sweep 40 91 U USB 175 V VETSION eee eere 174 View Mode 146 Viewfinder sss 164 Viewing 34
35. button 1 View Mode Select the desired mode To play back still images select Folder View Still and to play back movies select Folder View MP4 or AVCHD View according to the file format 3 Select an image with lt gt on the control button To play back movies press the center of the control button During movie playback Control button control dial operation To pause resume e To fast forward To fast rewind 4 slow forward Rotate the control dial to the right during pause To slow reverse Rotate the control dial to the left during pause The movie is played back frame by frame To adjust sound volume v To display the information A Note Movies recorded with other devices may not be played back on this camera 34 Deleting images Delete Once you have deleted an image you cannot restore it Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand Note Protected images cannot be deleted Deleting the image that is currently displayed 1 Display the image you want m SCENES to delete and press the 7 INA button T button 2 Select Delete with A on the control button then press the center of the control button 35 safew pue Bunoous Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle The LCD monitor tilts 180 degrees The LCD monitor ca
36. can delete all still images or movies by the same view mode currently displayed 1 MENU button gt 1 Delete All in Folder or All AVCHD view files 2 Select Delete with on the control button then press the center of the control button 151 pasueapy xoegAe d About playback on TV Connect the camera to a TV using an HDMI cable sold separately and play back images page 52 Notes Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo Use an HDMI mini connector on one end for the camera and a connector suitable for connection to your TV on the other end When images cannot be displayed properly set HDMI Resolution in the amp Setup menu to 1080p or 1080i according to your TV Some devices may not work properly Do not connect the output connector of the device with the HDMI terminal on the camera This may cause a malfunction On PhotoTV HD This camera is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard By connecting Sony s PhotoTV HD compatible devices using an HDMI cable a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality PhotoTV HD allows for a highly detailed photo like expression of subtle textures and colors If you connect the camera to a 3D compatible TV using an HDMI cable sold separately you can play back 3D images recorded with the 3D Sweep Panorama mode automatically For details on 3D shooting see page 205
37. correctly exposed image the bright areas of an under exposed image and the dark areas of an over exposed image to create an image with rich gradation 2 images are recorded an image with the correct exposure and an overlaid image D RangeOptimizer 1 Fn button 9 DRO Auto pri D Range Opt 2 Select an optimal level with lt gt on the control button w0 Auto Corrects the brightness automatically Da Level Optimizes the gradations of a recorded image in each area of the image Select the optimal level between Lv1 weak and Lv5 strong Lv displayed with 0 is the step currently selected Notes The setting is fixed to Off when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama or when Multi Frame Noise Reduct or Picture Effect is used The setting is fixed to Off when Sunset Night Scene Night Portrait or Hand held Twilight is selected in Scene Selection The setting is fixed to Auto when other modes are selected in Scene Selection 128 Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically D Range When shooting with the D Range optimizer the image may be noisy Select the proper level by checking the recorded image especially when you enhance the effect Auto HDR 1 Fn button 9 DRO Auto HDR ma Auto HDR 2 Select an optimal level with lt gt on the control button
38. equipment other than the camera the keyboard and the mouse from the USB jacks of your computer Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other devices page 175 You cannot copy images Make the USB connection by properly connecting the camera with your computer page 175 Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS page 176 When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer you may not be able to copy the images to a computer Shoot using a memory card formatted by your camera page 166 The image cannot be played back on a computer If you are using PMB refer to the PMB Help Consult the computer or software manufacturer After making a USB connection PMB does not start automatically Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on page 175 Memory card Cannot insert a memory card nsertion direction of the memory card is wrong Insert it in the correct direction page 22 Cannot record on a memory card The memory card is full Delete unnecessary images pages 35 150 An unusable memory card is inserted pages 24 206 You have formatted a memory card by mistake All the data on the memory card are deleted by formatting You cannot restore it 193 paoueApy sjau1g Burjoous aqno Troubleshooting Cannot print images RAW images cannot be printed T
39. flash Press the Fn button select the desired flash mode press the button and shoot images page 42 Shooting techniques The lens hood may block the light of the flash Remove the lens hood when using the flash When using the flash shoot the subject at a distance of 1 m 3 3 feet or greater When shooting indoors or shooting nightscapes you can use slow sync to shoot a brighter image of people and backgrounds You can use rear sync to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such as a moving bicycle or a walking person When using the HVL F58AM HVL F43AM Flash sold separately you can shoot with the High speed sync feature at any shutter speed For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the flash Notes Do not hold the camera by grabbing the flash emitter Shooting conditions required to prevent shadows from appearing on an image vary depending on the lens When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection the Slow Sync Rear Sync and Wireless items cannot be selected When the exposure mode is set to P A S M Continuous Advance Priority AE the Flash Off or Autoflash items cannot be selected If you do not want to use the flash push the flash down If you use the flash with a stereo microphone or similar device attached to the Auto lock Accessory shoe the flash may not pop up to the correct position and recorded images may have a sh
40. may be changed intentionally Error during the triangulating process The camera acquires location information every about 15 seconds during triangulating There is a slight time difference between when the location information is acquired and when the location information is recorded on an image therefore the actual recording location may not match exactly the location on the map based on the GPS information On the restriction of use of GPS on an airplane During take off and landing of an airplane turn off the camera as you will be instructed to do by the on board announcement On the other restriction Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation On the geographic coordinate system The WGS 84 geographic coordinate system is used 204 3D shootings Notes on recording 3D Sweep Panorama is not suitable when shooting Subjects are moving Subjects are too close to the camera Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles and subjects with little contrast such as sky sandy beach or lawn 3D Sweep Panorama recording may be discontinued in the following situations You pan or tilt the camera too fast or too slow There is too much camera shake If you cannot pan or tilt the camera across the entire subject within the given time a black area occurs in he composed image If this happens move the camera fast to record a full panoramic ima
41. mode When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred with HDR Painting or Rich tone Mono selected you may not obtain good HDR images If the camera detects such situation Bf is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation Shoot again as necessary recomposing or paying attention to the blur Creative Style You can select the desired style to be used to perform image processing and adjust the contrast saturation and sharpness for each Creative Style You can also adjust the exposure shutter speed and aperture unlike Scene Selection where the camera adjusts the exposure 1 Fn button gat Creative Style Select the desired setting 2 When you want to adjust Contrast Saturation or 0 Sharpness select the desired item with lt gt on the control button then adjust the value with A V sif Standard For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors 132 Setting the image processing ivid Vivid The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers spring greenery blue sky or ocean views Poit Portrait For shooting the skin color in a soft tone ideally suited to shooting portraits Landscape The saturation contrast and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp scen
42. of the shooting As long as the shutter button is pressed the shutter remains open Shooting techniques Use a tripod Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks etc When the infinity position of the lens is not known first adjust the focus on fireworks that is set off in the same general area then shoot them 101 amp unoous Selecting the shooting mode Use the Wireless Remote Commander sold separately page 142 Pressing the SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander triggers BULB shooting and pressing it again stops BULB shooting You do not need to press and hold the SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander If you use a Remote Commander that is equipped with a shutter button lock function sold separately you can leave the shutter open using the Remote Commander Notes When using a tripod turn off the SteadyShot function page 87 The longer the exposure time the more conspicuous the noise on the image After shooting noise reduction Long Exposure NR will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction When the Smile Shutter or Auto HDR function is activated or when Picture Effect is set to HDR Painting or Rich tone Mono you cannot set the shutter speed to BULB If the Smile Shutter or Auto HDR function is used with the shu
43. onthe control button Ec Bracket Cont or Ems Single Bracket Select the desired bracket step Select the number of images to be shot when Single Bracket is selected 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject The base exposure is set at the first shot in the bracket Press and hold the shutter button until recording stops when Bracket Cont is selected Press the shutter button shot by shot when Single Bracket is selected Notes When the mode dial is set to M the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed When you adjust the exposure the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value The bracket cannot be used when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Continuous Advance Priority AE Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection When the flash is fired flash bracket shooting is used to shift the amount of flash light To shoot press the shutter button shot by shot even when Bracket Cont is selected The EV scale in bracket shooting Ambient light bracket 0 3 steps 3 shots Exposure compensation 0 Flash bracket 0 7 steps 3 shots Flash compensation 1 0 Viewfinder Y Te te On ek 203 LCD monitor When DISP Button Monitor is set to For viewfinder we 302 1000102032 Shown in the top row LN Shown in the bottom row 3020100102037 141
44. precision technology so over 99 99 of the pixels are operational for effective use However there may be some tiny black points and or bright points white red blue or green in color that constantly appear on the LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in any way Do not hold the camera by taking hold of the LCD monitor Do not expose the camera to sunlight or shoot sunward for a long time The internal mechanism may be damaged If sunlight is focused on a nearby object it may cause a fire There is a magnet on the back and around the rotating shaft of the hinge part of the LCD monitor Do not bring anything that is easily affected by a magnet such as floppy disk credit cards near the LCD monitor Images may trail across on the screen cold location This is not a malfunction When turning on the camera in a cold location the screen may become temporarily dark When the camera warms up the screen will function normally Notes on using your camera Notes on long time recording When you continue to shoot for a long time the temperature of the camera rises If the temperature reaches above a certain level the mark is indicated on the screen and the camera is turned off automatically If the power is turned off leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to allow the temperature inside the camera to decrease to a safe le
45. purposes The image size is fixed to the maximum size The image size is not displayed on the screen RAW J RAW amp File format RAW Records using the RAW compression JPEG format JPEG A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time This is suitable when you need 2 image files a JPEG for viewing and a RAW for editing The image quality is fixed to Fine and the image size is fixed to L FINE Fine File format JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded STD Standard Since the compression rate of STD Standard is higher than that of FINE Fine the file size of STD 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 157 pasueapy ay jo dnjag Setting the aspect ratio and image quality Note This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama About RAW images You need the Image Data Converter software included on the CD ROM supplied in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera With this software a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format such as JPEG or TIFF and its white balance color saturation contrast etc can be readjusted The RAW format image cannot be printed using a DPOF print designated printer You cannot set Auto HDR or Picture Effect on RAW fo
46. save 187 pasueapy siau1g Burjoous ajqno4 Troubleshooting operate the camera such as pressing the shutter button halfway down page 164 The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pack e You can use an NP FM500H battery pack only Make sure that the battery is NP FM500H If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time the CHARGE lamp may flash The CHARGE lamp flashes in 2 ways fast about 0 15 second intervals and slow about 1 5 second intervals If it is flashing fast remove the battery pack and reattach the same battery pack securely If the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again it suggests that there is something wrong with the battery pack Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack Charging will resume and the CHARGE lamp will be lit when the ambient temperature returns to within the suitable temperature Charge the battery pack under the suitable temperatures between 10 C and 30 C 50 F and 86 F Shooting images Nothing is displayed on the LCD monitor in viewfinder mode when the power is turned on If you do not operate the camera for given period of time the camera turns to power saving mode and nearly shuts down To cancel the power save operate the camera such as pressing the shutter button halfway down page 164 The image is not clear in the vi
47. screen appears If it does not appear double click Computer For Windows XP My Computer D SONYPMB Install exe e If the AutoPlay screen appears select Run Install exe and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation 2 Click Install Make sure that both Image Data Converter and PMB are checked and follow the instructions on the screen Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen page 175 When the restarting confirmation message appears restart the computer following the instructions on the screen DirectX may be installed depending on the system environment of your computer 3 Remove the CD ROM after the installation is complete The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop Image Data Converter PMB PMB Launcher PMB Help Notes If PMB has already been installed on the computer and the version of the previously installed PMB is higher than that of the PMB on the CD ROM supplied installation is not required The usable functions are activated when the camera is connected to the computer using the USB cable 68 Using the software If a version of PMB under 5 0 00 has been installed on your computer you may be unable to use some functions of those PMB when installing the PMB f
48. separately Graphic Display Display All Info No Disp Info Level BAR FINE 9 spen i250 Fas 30 150400 t Digital level gauge Graphic Display The Graphic Display shows the shutter speed and aperture value as graphs and clearly illustrates how the exposure works The pointers on the shutter speed indicator and aperture indicator indicate the current value 100 24 FINE 100 Aperture value Shutter speed 47 ay usn Setting image size MENU button 1 Image Size Select the desired size Aspect Ratio 3 2 Image size Usage guidelines L 24M 6000 x 4000 pixels For shooting at the highest image quality M 12M 4240 x 2832 pixels For prints up to A3 size 6 0M 3008 x 2000 pixels For prints up to A5 size Aspect Ratio 16 9 Image size Usage guidelines L 20M 6000 x 3376 pixels For viewing on a high definition M 10M 4240 x 2400 pixels TV 5 1M 3008 x 1688 pixels Note When you select a RAW image with Quality the image size of the RAW image corresponds to L This size is not displayed on the screen You can set the image size of panoramic images The image size varies depending on the setting of the shooting direction page 93 MENU button if 1 Panorama Size 3D Pan Image Size Select the desired si
49. set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection 45 Buroous 3y u Selecting the drive mode You can use an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes such as single shot advanced continuous advanced or bracket u on the control button gt Select the desired mode Single Shooting 139 This mode is for normal shooting Cy Cont Shooting 139 The camera records the images continuously Self timer 140 The 10 second self timer is convenient when the photographer appears in a photo and the 2 second self timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake Bracket Cont 140 You can shoot 3 images each with different degrees of exposure EQS Single You can shoot the specified number of images shot by shot Bracket 140 each with different degrees of exposure EGQ WB WB Based on the selected white balance and the color bracket 142 temperature color filter 3 images are recorded with the white balance shifted Remote Cdr 142 You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC the shutter is released after 2 seconds buttons on the RMT DSLRI Wireless Remote Commander sold separately 46 Switching the recording information display DISP Each time you press DISP on the control button the recording information display changes as follows You can select the available displays in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor
50. supplied with the TV MENU button 5 1 Slide Show Image Type Display 3D Only Playback Display You can set the playback orientation of images recorded in portrait orientation MENU button 5 2 Playback Display Select the desired setting 147 pasueapy xoegAe d Using the playback functions Note When you play back the image on a TV or a computer the image will be displayed in the portrait position even if Manual Rotate is selected Scrolling panoramic images Select a panoramic image then press the center of the control button Pressing it again pauses the playback You can scroll a panoramic image by pressing A W lt 4 gt during pause Note Scrolling playback is not available for images that were recorded with 3D Pan Image Size set to 16 9 Protecting images Protect You can protect images against accidental erasure 1 MENU button gt 1 Protect Multiple Img 2 Select the image you want to protect with lt gt on the control button then press the center of the control button mark is put in the check box To cancel a selection press the center again 3 To protect other images repeat step 2 Youcan select all the images in the folder by selecting the bar on the left of the image index screen 4 Press the MENU button 5 Select Enter with A then press th
51. the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection ISO is fixed to AUTO and you cannot select other ISO numbers When the exposure mode is set to P A S and ISO is set to AUTO ISO is automatically set between ISO 100 and ISO 1600 The AUTO setting is not provided in exposure mode M If you change the exposure mode to M with the AUTO setting it is switched to 100 Set the ISO according to your shooting conditions Multi frame noise reduction The camera automatically shoots multiple images continuously combines the images reduces the noise and records 1 image In multi frame noise reduction you can select larger ISO numbers than the maximum ISO sensitivity The image recorded is 1 combined image Notes When Quality is set to RAW or RAW amp JPEG this function cannot be used The flash D Range optimizer and Auto HDR cannot be used 127 amp unoous Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically D Range Fn button DRO Auto HDR Select the desired setting Off Does not use the DRO Auto HDR functions DGD D Range Opt By dividing the image into small areas the camera analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation j Auto HDR Shoots 3 images with different exposures and then overlays
52. viewfinder to the visual acuity diopter adjustment Adjust the diopter adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder Note The dioptic adjustment attachment sold separately cannot be used with this camera Holding the camera properly Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the camera from moving In LCD monitor mode In viewfinder mode In viewfinder mode vertical position Point One hand holds the grip of the camera and the other hand supports the lens Point Take a secure stance with your feet shoulder width apart Point Lightly tuck your elbows against your body When shooting in a kneeling position steady your upper body by placing your elbow on your knee 30 Shooting still images The AUTO mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings Select when shooting in a location where the use of a flash is restricted 1 Set the mode dial to or amp Flash Off 2 Hold the camera monitoring your shot with the LCD monitor or viewfinder 9 Overlay the AF area on the m desired subject If the WPm Camera shake warning indicator flashes carefully shoot the subject holding the camera steady or by using a tripod y JP m Camera shake warning indicator AF area 4 Whe
53. when you record movies Using the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot function is available with this camera to reduce camera shake The SteadyShot function can be set separately for still image shooting and for movie recording The SteadyShot function is set to On in the default settings MENU button f 2 or 1 SteadyShot Select the desired setting Note The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on right after you point the camera towards a subject or when the shutter button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway 86 Shooting a clear image without camera shake Using a tripod In the following cases we recommend that you mount the camera on a tripod Shooting without a flash under dark conditions Shooting with slow shutter speeds which are typically used in night time shooting Shooting a close subject such as in macro shooting Shooting with a telescopic lens Note When using a tripod deactivate the SteadyShot function because there is a potential for malfunction of the SteadyShot function 87 paoueApy Selecting the shooting mode AUTO Flash Off Set the mode dial to 009 and shoot images page 31 Select when shooting in a location where the use of a flash is restricted Note Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function many featur
54. white amp Soft Focus Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect You can set the intensity of the effect with lt gt HDR Painting Creates the look of a painting enhancing the colors and details The camera releases the shutter 3 times You can set the effect intensity with lt gt Rich tone Mono Creates an image in black and white with rich gradation and reproduction of details The camera releases the shutter 3 times 131 amp unoous Setting the image processing Miniature Creates an image which enhances the subject vividly with the background defocused considerably This effect may often be found in pictures of miniature models You can select the area to be in focus with lt gt The focus on other areas is greatly reduced Notes When Smart Teleconverter is used the Toy Camera and Miniature effects are not available When Partial Color is selected images may not retain the selected color depending on the subject or shooting condition When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Continuous Advance Priority AE or when Quality is set to RAW or RAW amp JPEG Picture Effect cannot be used When HDR Painting Miniature Rich tone Mono or Soft Focus is selected you cannot confirm the effect before shooting You cannot also set the drive
55. 3D compatible TV Set the mode dial to 1 Sweep Panorama or E 3D Sweep Panorama and shoot images page 40 Notes If you cannot pan or tilt the camera across the entire subject within the given time a gray area occurs in the composed image If this happens move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image Since several images are stitched together the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly While shooting do not tilt the camera back and forth or right and left when you swing the camera straight ahead Under low light conditions panoramic images may be blurred or not be recorded Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light the brightness or color of the combined image is not always the same When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure with AE AF lock are extremely different in brightness color and focus the shooting will not be successful If this happens change the lock angle and shoot again Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama is not suitable when shooting Moving subjects Subjects too close to the camera Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles and subjects with little contrast such as sky sandy beach or lawn Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls Subjects with the sun or electric lights etc that are much brighter than surroundings
56. 4 button again Notes You cannot rotate movies When you copy rotated images to a computer PMB contained on the CD ROM supplied can display the rotated images correctly However the images may not be rotated depending on the software Selects the unit for images to be played back MENU button gt 1 View Mode Select the desired setting Folder View Still Displays still images by folder Folder View MP4 Displays movies MP4 by folder AVCHD View Displays only AVCHD View movies 146 Using the playback functions MENU button gt 1 Slide Show Enter Plays back recorded images in order Slide Show The slide show automatically stops after all the images have been played back e You can view the previous next image with lt P on the control button You cannot pause the slide show To end in the middle of the slide show Press the center of the control button To choose the interval between the images in slide show MENU button 5 1 Slide Show Interval Select the desired number of seconds To play back repeatedly MENU button 5 1 Slide Show Repeat On To play back 3D images If you connect the camera to a 3D compatible TV using an HDMI cable sold separately you can play back 3D images recorded with the 3D Sweep Panorama mode For details on 3D shooting see page 205 Also refer to the operating instructions
57. 57 Setting the other functions of the camera 159 Long Exposure NR 159 High ISO NR 159 Color Space 160 Release w o Lens 160 Grid Line 161 Auto Review 161 Func of AEL button ISO Button Preview Button Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 162 163 LCD Brightness Viewfinder Bright Power Save 164 FINDER LCD Setting Lens compensation Lens Comp Peripheral Shading Lens Comp Chromatic Aberration Lens Comp Distortion w 165 w 165 23105 165 Setting the method for recording on a memory card 166 FOAN 166 File Number 166 Folder Name 166 Select REC Folder 2 167 New Folder 167 Recover Image DB 168 Upload Settings 168 Resetting to the default 170 Confirming the version of the camera 174 Computer Connecting the camera to the computer mre Setting the USB connection 175 Connecting to the computer 2 175 Importing images to the computer Windows 176 Importing images to the computer Macintosh 177 Deleting the USB connection 2 178 Creating a movie disc 179 Creating an AVCHD format disc 179 Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc 180 181 Print Specifying DPOF 182
58. 8 On USB Connection 175 Auto Audio signals 63 On Mode Dial Guide 63 On Demo Mode 63 Off Others Reset Default Items Reset to Recording information display LCD Display All Info monitor 47 Recording information display Level Viewfinder 47 Playback display 144 Single image screen with recording information 173 paoueApy ay jo dnjas Confirming the version of the camera Displays the version of your camera Confirm the version when a firmware update is released MENU button A 3 Version Note An update can be performed only when the battery level is ZZ4 3 remaining battery icons or more We recommend that you use a sufficient battery or the AC PWIOAM AC Adaptor sold separately 174 Connecting the camera to the computer Setting the USB connection Selects the method used for a USB connection when the camera is connected to a computer or a USB device with a USB cable MENU button 2 USB Connection Select the desired setting Auto Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically in accordance with a computer or other USB devices to be connected Windows 7 computers are connected in MTP and its unique functions are enabled to use MTP Establishes an MTP connection between the camera a computer and other USB devices Windows 7 computers are connected in MTP and its unique functions are enabl
59. 98 Do not shake or strike the camera In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images this may render the memory card unusable or cause image data breakdown damage or loss Clean the flash surface with a soft cloth or something similar before use The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to emit smoke or to become burned Keep the camera supplied accessories etc out of the reach of children A memory card etc may be swallowed If such a problem Occurs consult a doctor immediately 200 To use your camera abroad Power sources You can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC PWIOAM AC Adaptor sold separately in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Note Do not use an electronic transformer travel converter as this may cause a malfunction On TV color systems When you view images on a TV screen the camera and TV must use the same TV color system NTSC system 1080 60i Bahama Islands Bolivia Canada Central America Chile Colombia Ecuador Jamaica Japan Korea Mexico Peru Surinam Taiwan the Philippines the U S A Venezuela etc PAL system 1080 50i Australia Austria Belgium China Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Finland Germany Holland Hong Kong Hungary Indonesia Italy Kuwait Malaysia New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Rumania Singapore Slovak Republic
60. AEL button to lock the AEL button exposure 3 AE lock mark appears The exposure value based on the locked exposure in the spot metering circle is also indicated on the EV scale e 1 500 F4 5 540 0 ISO 400 j 4 While pressing the AEL button focus on the subject and shoot the subject If you continue to shoot with the same exposure value press and hold the AEL button after the shooting The setting is canceled when the button is released 121 amp unoous Adjusting the brightness of the image Metering Mode Fn button Metering Mode Select the desired mode Multi segment This mode measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen Center weighted While emphasizing the central area of the screen this mode measures the average brightness of the entire screen Spot This mode measures light only in the spot metering circle located in the center area Shooting techniques Use Multi segment metering for general shooting When there is a high contrast subject in the AF area measure the light of the subject you want to shoot with the optimal exposure using the spot metering function and take advantage of an AE lock shooting page 121 Note When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection or when smart telecon
61. Color Filter 136 5500K Color Filter 0 Custom white balance 136 5500K DRO Auto HDR 128 D Range Optimizer Auto Creative Style 132 Standard Picture Effect 131 Off Scene Selection 39 89 Portrait Movie 104 P Still shooting menu Reset Default Rec mode reset Items Reset to Image Size 48 L 24M Aspect Ratio 157 3 2 170 Resetting to the default Items Reset to Quality 157 Fine Panorama Size 48 Standard Panorama Direction 93 Right 3D Pan Image Size 48 Standard 3D Pan Direction 93 Right Long Exposure NR 159 On High ISO NR 159 Normal Flash control 123 ADI flash AF Illuminator 125 Auto Color Space 160 sRGB SteadyShot 86 On Movie shooting menu Reset Default Rec mode reset Items Reset to File Format 105 AVCHD 60i 60p AVCHD 50i 50p Record Setting 106 60i 17M FH 50i 17M FH Audio Recording 107 On Wind Noise Reduct 107 Off SteadyShot 86 On Custom menu Reset Default Custom reset Items Reset to Eye Start AF 80 Off FINDER LCD Setting 164 Auto Red Eye Reduction 58 Off Release w o Lens 160 Disable Auto Cont Shooting 88 Auto Auto Image Extract 88 Auto Grid Line 161 Off Auto Review 161 Off DISP Button Monitor 81 Display All Info Graphic Display No Disp Info Level DISP Button Finder 81 No Disp Info Graph
62. D 50i 50p mode of File Format Creating a disc with a device other than a computer You can create a disc with a Blu ray disc recorder and DVD writer The disc type you can create depends on the device used Device Disc type Blu ray disc recorder To create a Blu Blu ray STD ray disc or DVD with standard image A 7 quality STD DVD writer other than DVDirect Express To create an AVCHD disc or AVCHD STD A DVD with standard image quality STD STD HDD recorder etc To create a DVD with standard image quality STD Notes For details on how to create a disc refer to the operating instructions of the device you use If you create a disc using Sony DVDirect DVD Writer use the memory card slot of the DVD Writer or connect the DVD Writer via USB connection to transfer the data If you use Sony DVDirect DVD Writer check that the firmware is updated to the newest version For details see the following URL http sony storagesupport com 73 Jayndwod e uo safew List of icons on the screen Graphic Display LCD monitor 47100 24 FINE 28 021100 be e Ml SF H H au oo REE Be 2 15 vo Ms DLIPILNUNMEN 1 250 F3 5 0 0 150400 x Display All Info LCD monitor 1 p ET emos 24 FINE 60 8 61007 9
63. Data Converter PMB Picture Motion Browser If PMB has already been installed on the computer and the version number of the previously installed PMB is lower than that of the PMB on the CD ROM supplied install PMB also from the CD ROM supplied For detailed notes on installation also see page 68 Note PMB is not compatible with Macintosh computers Recommended computer environment Windows The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection OS pre installed Microsoft Windows XP SP3 Windows Vista SP2 Windows 7 SP1 PMB CPU Intel Pentium 800 MHz or faster For playing editing the High Definition movies Intel Core Duo 1 66 GHz or faster Intel Core 2 Duo 1 66 GHz or faster Intel Core 2 Duo 2 26 GHz or faster HD FX HD FH Intel Core 2 Duo 2 40 GHz or faster HD PS Memory 512 MB or more For playing editing the High Definition movies 1 GB or more Hard Disk Disk space required for installation approximately 500 MB Display Screen resolution 1024 x 768 dots or more Image Data CPU Memory Pentium 4 or faster 1 GB or more Converter Ver 4 Display 1024 x 768 dots or more 64 bit editions and Starter Edition are not supported Windows Image Mastering API IMAPI Ver 2 0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs Starter Edition is not supp
64. Data Converter support page English only http www sony co jp ids se Using PMB With PMB you can do the following etc To set images shot with the camera and display them on the computer To organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them To retouch red eye reduction etc print send still images as e mail attachments and change the shooting date To display the shooting location of the image on the map SLT A65V only To print or save still images with the date To create Blu ray discs AVCHD format discs or DVD discs from AVCHD View movies imported to a computer An Internet connection environment is required when a Blu ray disc DVD disc is created for the first time Notes PMB is not compatible with Macintosh computers Movies recorded with the 60 28M PS 50p 28M PS setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create a disc This conversion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality e Movies recorded with the 601 24M FX 50i 24M FX or 24 24M FX 25p 24M FX setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create an AVCHD disc This conversion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality If you want to keep the original image quality you must store your movies on a Blu ray disc AVCHD View movies are movies that
65. IED FOR ANY OTHER USE 210 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA L L C SEE HTTP WWW MPEGLA COM 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 camera 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 www sony net Products Linux We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code Read license2 pdf in the License folder on the CD ROM You will find licenses in English of GPL and LGPL software To view the PDF Adobe Reader is needed If it is not installed on your computer you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page http www adobe com Index Numerics ID 40 92 205 A Adobe 160 AE LEocle 5i 121 AEL button 159 PP DEO ose eoa a oe oy 112 AF illuminator 125 Ambient light 142 Anti dust function 184 Aperture eec aes 95 Aperture Priority 95 Area Setting sss Aspect
66. Lens Comp Shading Select the desired setting Lens Comp Chromatic Aberration Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen caused by certain lens characteristics This item is set to Auto in the default settings MENU button zx 4 Lens Comp Chro Aber Select the desired setting Lens Comp Distortion Compensates for the distortion of the screen caused by certain lens characteristics This item is set to Off in the default settings MENU button zx 4 Lens Comp Distortion Select the desired setting 165 paoueApy ay jo dnjag Setting the method for recording on a memory card Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a memory card including protected images MENU button 1 Format Enter Notes During the format the access lamp lights up Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit Format the memory card using the camera If you format it on a computer the memory card may not be usable with the camera depending on the format type used Formatting may take several minutes depending on the memory card When the remaining battery time is 1 percent or less you cannot format memory cards MENU button amp 1 File Number Select the desired setting Series The camera does not reset numbers and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches 9999 Reset Th
67. Night Scene Shoots night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings Hand held Twilight Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod A burst of shots are taken and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur camera shake and noise amp Night Portrait Shoots portraits in night scenes yoalqns 1no yns 0 sabew amp unoous Shooting with the various shooting modes Sweep Panorama 3p 3D Sweep Panorama 1 Set the mode dial to 1 Sweep Panorama E 3D Sweep Panorama 2 Press the center of the control button 3 Point the camera at the edge of the subject then press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus This part will not be taken 4 Press the shutter button fully down D Pan or tilt the camera to the end following the guidance on the screen Guidance bar Shooting with the various shooting modes Continuous Advance Priority AE 1 Set the mode dial to zy Cont Priority AE 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subjects The camera continues to shoot while the shutter button is pressed fully down The camera records the images continuously at a maximum of about 10 images per second 41 yoalqns 1no yns 0 amp unoous Using the flash In a dark location using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly and it also helps to prevent
68. Panorama or Scene Selection this item cannot be set Noise reduction is not performed on RAW images 159 paoueApy aui jo dnjag Setting the other functions of the camera Color Space The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called color space You can change the color space depending on your purpose MENU button 2 Color Space Select the desired Setting sRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera Use sRGB in normal shooting such as when you intend to print out the images without any modification AdobeRGB This has a wide range of color reproduction When a large part of the subject is vivid green or red Adobe RGB is effective The file name of the image starts with DSC Notes Adobe RGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2 0 option color space Using some applications or printers that do not support them may result in or print images that do not faithfully reproduce the color When displaying images that were recorded with Adobe RGB on the camera or non Adobe RGB compliant devices the images are displayed with low saturation Release w o Lens You can release the shutter when no lens is attached Select this when you attach the camera on an astronomical telescope etc MENU button zx 1 Release w o Lens Enable
69. SON Y Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera O65 Handbook ex SLT A65 SLT A65V 4 287 948 11 1 Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Functions list Viewing images on a computer Others Advanced operations Index 92011 Sony Corporation Table of Contents Basic operations PME 9 This section provides basic information on operating the camera The contents of the Basic operations section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied Notes on using your camera eee 10 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items sse 13 Identifying parts Charging the battery pack Inserting the battery pack memory card sold separately Attaching a lens Turning the camera on and setting the clock 28 Before shooting 30 Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity diopter adjustment 30 Holding the camera properly ssss 30 Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images Recording movies Playing back images Deleting images Delete Shooting images to suit your subject Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor Shooting with the various shooting modes AUTOS secas SCN Scene Selection ae Sweep Panorama El 3D Sweep Panorama
70. Settings 154 Sets the GPS functions SLT A65V only Power Save 164 Sets the interval after which power save mode engages 30 Min 5 Min 1 Min 20 Sec 10 Sec HDMI Resolution 152 Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI TV Auto 1080p 1080i CTRL FOR HDMI Operates the camera from a TV that support BRAVIA 153 Sync On Off 62 The functions selected with the MENU button oH m Upload Settings 168 Sets the upload function of the camera when using an Eye Fi card On Off USB Connection 175 Sets the USB connection method Auto Mass Storage MTP Audio signals Sets whether or not to use the beep sound when the focus is achieved or the self timer is working On Off Cleaning Mode 184 Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor Appears when an Eye Fi card sold separately is inserted in the camera 8X 128 Version 174 Displays the camera software version g Language Selects the language Mode Dial Guide Turns on or off the mode dial guide the explanation of each shooting mode On Off Demo Mode Sets the demonstration playback of a movie to on or off On Off Initialize 170 Restores the settings to their defaults Reset Default Rec mode reset Custom reset 63 1811 5002014 Using the guide function of the camera In Camera Gu
71. Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand Turkey United Kingdom Viet Nam etc PAL M system 1080 50i Brazil PAL N system 1080 50i Argentina Paraguay Uruguay SECAM system 1080 50i Bulgaria France Greece Guiana Iran Iraq Monaco Russia Ukraine etc 201 pasueapy s134 0 Aunooys aqno AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition HD signal of either the 1080i specification or the 720p specification using efficient data compression coding technology The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 format is adopted to compress video data and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 format enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs hard disk drive flash memory memory card etc Recording and playback on your camera Based on the AVCHD format your camera records with the high definition image quality HD mentioned below Video signal 1080 60i compatible device MPEG 4 AVC H 264 1920 x 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 24p 1080 50i compatible device MPEG 4 AVC H 264 1920 x 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 25p Audio signal Dolby Digital 2ch 202 Recording media Memory card 1080i sp
72. adow on their corners Remove any device from the Auto lock Accessory shoe Wireless flash With a flash that has a wireless shooting function sold separately you can shoot with the flash without a cord even when the flash is not attached to the camera By changing the position of the flash you can shoot an image 124 The flash with a three dimensional feel by highlighting the contrast of light and shadow on the subject For the actual steps of shooting refer to the operating instructions of the flash 1 Attach the wireless flash to the Auto lock Accessory shoe and turn both the camera and the flash on 2 Fn button Flash Mode amp Wireless 3 Remove the wireless flash from the Auto lock Accessory shoe and pop up the built in flash If you perform a test fire of the flash press the AEL button Notes Turn off the wireless flash mode after wireless flash shooting If the built in flash is used while the wireless flash mode is still active inaccurate flash exposures will result Change the channel of the external flash when another photographer is using a wireless flash nearby and his her built in flash light causes your external flash to fire To change the channel of the external flash refer to the operating instructions supplied with it Setup of the AEL button When using a wireless flash it is recommended that you set Func of AEL button to AEL hold in the Custom menu page 161
73. and the folder becomes the current recording folder A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies are created at the same time MENU button 1 New Folder Notes When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into the camera and shoot images a new folder may be automatically created Up to 4 000 images can be stored in a folder When the folder capacity is exceeded a new folder is created automatically 167 paoueApy ay jo dnjag Setting the method for recording on a memory card Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are found in the image database file caused by processing images on computers etc images on the memory card will not be played back in this form If this happens the camera repairs the file MENU button 1 Recover Image DB Enter Note Use a sufficiently charged battery Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data Upload Settings Sets whether or not you use the upload function when using an Eye Fi card commercially available This item appears when an Eye Fi card is inserted in the camera MENU button 2 Upload Settings Select the desired setting The status indicators in communication Standby No images are to be sent Upload standby Connecting Uploading Error Notes Before using an Eye Fi card set up the wireless LAN acc
74. ay not obtain good HDR images If the camera has detected a problem is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation Shoot again as necessary paying attention to the contrast or blur 130 Setting the image processing Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression Picture Effect on the control button Select the desired setting When a mode that has a fine adjustment option is selected select the desired setting with lt gt An Off Does not use the Picture Effect function amp Toy Camera Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors You can set the color tone with lt gt Pop Color Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones Posterization Creates a high contrast abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors or in black and white You can select primary colors or black and white with lt gt Retro Photo Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast Soft High key Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere bright transparent ethereal tender soft Partial Color Creates an image which retains 1 specific color but converts others to black and white You can select a color with lt gt High Contrast Mono Creates a high contrast image in black and
75. ble battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off or the battery pack is charged or discharged This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera However if you use the camera for only short periods it discharges gradually and if you do not use the camera at all for about 3 months it becomes completely discharged In this case be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera However even if this rechargeable battery is not charged you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time If the camera resets the settings to the defaults each time you charge the battery the internal rechargeable battery may be dead Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack in the camera or connect the camera to a wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor sold separately and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you use Sony lenses accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera Using the products of other manufacturers may cause the camera not to operate to its capability or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera Precautions Konica Minolta products are included
76. camera shake The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended pages 42 87 124 The EV scale lt gt is flashing on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera Viewing images Your camera cannot play back images The folder file name has been changed on your computer page 175 When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera playback on your camera is not guaranteed Use PMP to play images stored on a PC with this camera The camera is in USB mode Delete the USB connection page 178 Deleting images Your camera cannot delete an image Cancel the protection page 149 You have deleted an image by mistake Once you have deleted an image you cannot restore it We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete page 149 191 pasueapy sjau1g Burjoous aqno Troubleshooting GPS SLT A65V only The camera is not receiving a GPS signal Set GPS On Off to On page 154 Your camera may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions To triangulate the location information correctly bring your camera to an open area and turn on the camera again Excessive error in location information The margin of error can be up to several hundred meters dep
77. camera shake When shooting into the sun you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject 1 Fn button Flash Mode Select the desired setting For further information on the flash modes available for each shooting mode see page 78 2 Press the button button The flash pops up In AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection mode the flash automatically pops up if the amount of light is insufficient or the subject is backlit The built in flash does not pop up even if you press the 4 button 3 After the flash has finished charging shoot the subject 4 Flashing The flash is being charged When the indicator flashes you cannot release the shutter 5e Lit The flash has been charged and is ready to fire 5e Flash charging indicator When you press the shutter button halfway down under dark lighting in autofocus mode the flash may be fired to help focus on a subject AF Illuminator 42 Using the flash Flash Off Does not fire even the built in flash pops up You cannot select this item when the mode dial is set to P A S or M However the flash will not be fired if it is not pulled up if Autoflash Fires if it is dark or against light 5 Fill flash Fires every time you trigger the shutter Slow Sync Fires every time you trigger the shutter Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the
78. ces If the communication status is poor move closer to the access point of the Wi Fi network For details on the file types that can be uploaded refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye Fi card If you upload an image that was recorded with GPS On Off set to On the location information of the image may be made available to a third party To prevent this set GPS On Off to Off page 154 SLT A65V only This product does not support the Eye Fi Endless Memory Mode Make sure that Eye Fi cards that you insert into this product have Endless Memory Mode turned off 169 pasueapy ay jo dnjag Resetting to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera MENU button 3 Initialize Select the desired setting Enter The items to be reset are as follows Shooting functions Reset Default Rec mode reset Items Reset to Exposure compensation 44 0 0 Drive mode 46 139 Single Shooting Flash Mode 42 124 Fill flash differs based on whether the built in flash is open or not Autofocus Mode 111 AF A AF area 112 Wide Object Tracking 112 On Face Detection 117 On Regist Faces Smile Shutter 119 Off ISO 127 AUTO Metering Mode 122 Multi segment Flash Comp 122 0 0 White Balance 134 AWB Auto white balance Color Temp
79. ch as the effect of the exposure compensation value Setting Effect ON Setting Effect OFF 59 1811 5002014 The functions selected with the MENU button O 12 4 9 a Func of AEL button 161 Assigns the desired function to the AEL button Exposure Comp Drive Mode Flash Mode Autofocus Mode AF area Face Detection Smile Shutter ISO Metering Mode Flash Comp White Balance DRO Auto HDR Creative Style Picture Effect Image Size Quality AEL hold AEL toggle hold JAEL toggle Object Tracking AF lock Aperture Preview Shot Result Preview Smart Telecon Focus Magnifier 180 Button 162 Assigns the desired function to the ISO button Exposure Comp Drive Mode Flash Mode Autofocus Mode AF area Face Detection Smile Shutter ISO Metering Mode Flash Comp White Balance DRO Auto HDR Creative Style Picture Effect Image Size Quality AEL hold AEL toggle hold AEL toggle Object Tracking AF lock Aperture Preview Shot Result Preview Smart Telecon Focus Magnifier Preview Button 162 Selects the method to be used for the operating preview button Shot Result Preview Aperture Preview Focus Hold Button Sets the function of the focus hold button of the lens Focus Hold D O F Preview Smart Telecon Button 115 138 Selects the operation method for the 70 button Smart Telecon Focus Magnifier O Higi 2 30 0 9 a Lens Comp Shading 165 Compe
80. cus is locked and if the subject is in motion the camera continues to focus Continuous The camera continues to focus while the shutter button is AF pressed and held halfway down The audio signals will not sound when the subject is in focus Focus lock cannot be used Shooting techniques Use Single shot AF when the subject is motionless Use Continuous AF when the subject is in motion Notes Automatic AF is selected when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or one of the following Scene Selection modes Portrait Landscape Sunset Night Scene Night Portrait or Hand held Twilight Single shot AF is selected when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Macro in Scene Selection Continuous AF is selected when the exposure mode is set to Sports Action in Scene Selection or when the Smile Shutter function is used 111 amp unoous Adjusting the focus Select the desired AF area to suit the shooting conditions or your preference The AF area where the focus has been confirmed turns green and the other AF areas disappear AF area Fn button AF area Select the desired setting 7 Wide The camera determines which of 15 AF areas is used focusing 777 Zone Choose the zone for which you want to activate the focus from among left right or center zone with the con
81. d folder Select the left bar on the image index screen with the control button then select the desired folder with A V Pressing the center of the control button when the left bar is selected switches the view mode 91 xoegAejd au Viewing images on a TV screen To view images recorded on the camera on a TV set an HDMI cable sold separately and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required 1 Turn off both your camera and the To the HDMI TV and connect the camera to the connector m T HDMI cable sold separately n To the HDMI terminal 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input See also the operating instructions supplied with the TV 3 Turn on the camera and press the gt button Images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen Select the desired image with lt gt on the control button The LCD monitor on the camera does not turned on 92 Functions that can be operated with the buttons switch You can set up or operate various functions with these buttons switch For the location of the buttons switch see Identifying parts page 14 5 button 42 124 Pops the flash up button 44 Compensates the exposure ISO button 127 Adjusts the ISO sensitivity FINDER LCD button 164 Switches the display between the LCD monito
82. door sport select a higher ISO sensitivity Notes The WB Camera shake warning indicator is not indicated in Shutter Priority mode The higher the ISO sensitivity the more conspicuous the noise When the shutter speed is 1 second or longer noise reduction Long Exposure NR will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open after shooting You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction 98 Selecting the shooting mode Press the 4 button when you shoot with the flash However when using the flash if you close the aperture a larger F number by making the shutter speed slower the light of the flash will not reach distant subjects M Manual Exposure This mode is suitable for Shooting with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture 1 Set the mode dial to M 2 Rotate the control dial to adjust the shutter speed and while pressing the AV button rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture AV button M a B H n of H H 4 name we 14900 a PLIIPIDNUNEN Shutter speed 250 5 me0 0 150 400 Aperture F number 99 amp unoous Selecting the shooting mode 3 Shoot the image after the In viewfinder mode exposure is set Check the exposure value on the EV scale Metered Manual when monitoring with the viewfind
83. duction function if the eyes of your subject turn red from the flash page 58 amp Sports Action Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed Press and hold the shutter button halfway down until the right moment Macro Shoots close subjects such as flowers foods You can shoot a closer subject using a macro lens sold separately Set the flash mode to Flash Off when you shoot a subject within 1 m 3 3 feet When shooting in macro mode the SteadyShot function will not be fully effective Use a tripod to achieve better results The shortest focal distance does not change 2 Landscape Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors To accentuate the openness of the scenery set the lens to wide angle amp unoous Selecting the shooting mode Z Sunset Shoots the red of the sunrise or sunset beautifully J Night Scene Shoots night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings The shutter speed is slower so using a tripod is recommended The picture may not be taken properly when shooting a wholly dark night scene Hand held Twilight Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur wi
84. e m E viewfinder Check the recorded image BH n BORED 1 250 3 5 0 0 150 400 Aperture F number and adjust the aperture 95 amp unoous Selecting the shooting mode 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure When the camera judges that the proper PUTIDEUN exposure is not obtained with the unso ras aste 80100 selected aperture value the shutter Shutter speed speed flashes In such cases adjust the aperture again Shooting techniques The shutter speed may become slower depending on the aperture value When the shutter speed is slower use a tripod To blur the background more use a telephoto lens or a lens that is equipped with a smaller aperture value bright lens You can check the approximate blurring of the image before recording using the preview button Note Press the button when you shoot with the flash However the flash range differs according to the aperture value When you shoot with the flash check the flash range in Specifications 96 Selecting the shooting mode To check blurring of the background Preview button The LCD monitor and the viewfinder shows an image captured with the widest aperture The change in aperture affects the sharpness of the subject image creatin
85. e Shutter function cannot be used when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Continuous Advance Priority AE Movie or Hand held Twilight in Scene Selection or the manual focus is selected The drive mode is automatically set to Single Shooting or Remote Cdr The AF illuminator does not work with the Smile Shutter function f the camera does not detect a smile change the settings for Smile Detection Sensitivity Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the shooting conditions f you trigger Smile Shutter while tracking a face the face becomes the target of the smile detection feature page 112 120 Adjusting the brightness of the image When shooting into the sun or by a window and the exposure may not be appropriate for the subject use the light meter where the subject is bright enough and lock the exposure before shooting To reduce the brightness of the subject point the camera forwards a spot that is brighter than the subject and use the light meter to lock the exposure of the entire image To make the subject brighter point the camera forwards a spot that is darker than the subject and use the light meter to lock the exposure of the entire image This section describes how to shoot a brighter image of the subject using the GJ Spot 1 Fn button Metering Mode Spot 2 Adjust the focus on the portion you want to lock the exposure 3 Press the
86. e amount of flash light depending on the data only from pre flash light metering This method is susceptible to the reflection off the subject ADI Advanced Distance Integration TTL Through the lens When ADI flash is selected using a lens that is provided with a distance encoder feature can perform more accurate flash compensation by using more accurate distance information Notes When the distance between the subject and the external flash sold separately cannot be determined wireless flash shooting using an external flash sold separately shooting with an off camera flash using a cable shooting with a macro twin flash etc the camera automatically selects Pre flash TTL mode Select Pre flash TTL in the following cases as the camera cannot perform flash compensations with ADI flash A wide panel is attached to the HVL F36AM flash A diffuser is used for flash shooting A filter with an exposure factor such as an ND filter is used A close up lens is used ADI flash is only available in combination with a lens that is provided with a distance encoder To determine if the lens is equipped with a distance encoder refer to the operating instructions supplied with the lens This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Night Scene Hand held Twilight in Scene Selection 123 amp unoous The
87. e and ensure maximum image quality Fit the hood into the mount on the end of the lens barrel and rotate the hood clockwise until it clicks Notes A lens hood is not included with the DT 18 55mm F3 5 5 6 SAM You can use the ALC SH108 sold separately The lens hood may block the light of the flash Remove the lens hood when using the flash 26 Attaching a lens When storing turn over the lens hood and place it onto the lens backwards Note on changing the lens When changing the lens if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor the part that acts as the film it may appear as dark spots on the image depending on the shooting environment The camera is equipped with an anti dust function to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor However quickly change the lens away from dusty locations when attaching removing a lens 21 eyawed au Turning the camera on and setting the clock When you turn the camera on for the first time the date time setup screen appears 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on The screen used for setting date and time appears To turn the camera off set it to OFF 2 Verify that Enter is selected on the LCD monitor then press the center of the control button 3 Select your area with lt gt on the control button then press the center of the control button 4 Sel
88. e balance Auto Preset Custom Color temperature Color filter 134 om OFF D Range Optimizer 128 Auto HDR 129 Gaf wif Peat 3 3 3 Creative Style 132 Contrast Saturation Sharpness 76 Functions available for each shooting The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode In the table below V indicates the function available indicates the function not available The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen Shoot Mode us a dug i 139 117 119 31 88 v v v v 31 88 v v v v AUTO 38 88 v v v v SCN 39 89 v v v bs v v v v v v v PY v v v v v v 2 v v v JU v Lu v v v ma 40 91 v E E 40 91 v 41 93 v v 94 v v v v v A 95 v v v v v S 97 v v v v v M 89 v v v v HH 33 103 v v v v When Manual Exposure is selected this function is not available TI 1 0 Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected In the table below V indicates the function selectable indicates the function not selectable The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen Shoot Mode Flash Off 5 Autoflash 4 F
89. e camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns numbers to files from 0001 When the recording folder contains a file a number one higher than the largest number is assigned When the folder format is changed When all the images in the folder are deleted When the memory card is replaced When the memory card is formatted Folder Name The recorded still images are stored in automatically created folders in the DCIM folder of the memory card 166 Setting the method for recording on a memory card MENU button amp 1 Folder Name Select the desired setting Standard Form The folder name format is as follows folder number MSDCF Example 100MSDCF Date Form The folder name format is as follows folder number Y the last digit MM DD Example 10010405 Folder name 100 date 2011 04 05 Note The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as folder number ANVOI Select REC Folder When a standard form folder is selected and there are 2 or more folders you can select the recording folder to be used to record images MENU button 68 1 Select REC Folder Select the desired folder Note You cannot select the folder when you select the setting Date Form New Folder You can create a folder in a memory card for recording images A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number currently used
90. e center of the control button To cancel the protection of all the images or movies You can cancel the protection of all the images or movies by the same view mode currently displayed MENU button 5 1 Protect Cancel All Images Cancel All Movies MP4 or Cancel All AVCHD view files 149 pasueapy xoegAe d Deleting images Delete You can delete only unnecessary images or all the images Once you have deleted an image you cannot restore it Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand Note Protected images cannot be deleted To display the desired folder Select the bar on the left of the image index screen with the control button then select the desired folder with A V Delete Multiple Img 1 MENU button gt 1 Delete Multiple Img 2 Select the images you want to delete with the control button then press the center of the control button mark is put in the check box To cancel a selection press the center again Total number Mark IBI Enter 3 To delete other images repeat step 2 Youcan select all the images in the folder by selecting the bar on the left of the image index screen 4 Press the MENU button 5 Select Delete with A then press the center of the control button 150 Deleting images Delete Deleting all the images or movies in the same view mode You
91. e focus mode switch on the camera to AF 2 When the lens is equipped with the focus mode switch set it to AF 108 Adjusting the focus 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to check the focus and shoot the image When the focus is confirmed the focus indicator changes to or below The AF area where the focus has been confirmed turns green AF area Focus indicator Note While the camera is focusing automatically do not touch the rotating focusing ring Shooting technique To select the AF area used for focusing set up AF area page 112 Focus indicator Focus indicator Status e lit Focus locked Ready to shoot lit Focus is confirmed Focal point moves following a moving subject Ready to shoot Q lit Still focusing You cannot release the shutter flashing Cannot focus The shutter is locked Subjects that may require special focusing Using the autofocus it is hard to focus on the following subjects In such cases use the focus lock shooting feature page 110 or manual focus page 114 A subject that is low in contrast such as blue sky or a white wall Two subjects at different distances overlapping in the AF area A subject that is composed of repeating patterns such as the facade of a building A subject that is very bright or glittering such as the sun the body of an automobile or the surface of water
92. e lens without effects GES PAV CD M List of icons for viewfinder mode Shooting a clear image without camera shake Camera shake warning indicator Using the SteadyShot function i opino M Shooting Selecting the shooting mode AUTO Flash Off AUTO SCN Scene Selection C4 Sweep Panorama Eb 3D Sweep Panorama 91 Cont Priority 93 P Program Auto A Aperture Priority S Shutter Priority M Manual Exposure M BULB Movie recording setup m Recording movies easily sse 103 Recording movies with the shutter speed and aperture adjusted 104 File Format i105 Record Setting 106 Audio Recording weve 107 Adjusting the focus 108 108 110 se Lll 112 Autofocus Focus lock Autofocus Mode Object Tracking we 112 Manual focus 114 115 115 a 117 Peaking Focus Magnifier Detecting faces Face Detection 117 Face Registration 118 Smile Shutter s 119 Adjusting the brightness of the image 121 AE Lock 121 Metering Mode 122 Flash Comp 2 122 Flash control se 1123 The flash 124 Wireless flash 124 The AF illuminator 125 Setting ISO 2 127 Multi frame noise reduction ssssss
93. e sensor and shoot the image Note The RMT DSLRI Wireless Remote Commander sold separately cannot be used for movie recording 143 amp unoous The screen displayed for playback mode Switching the screen during playback Each time you press DISP on the control button the screen changes as follows Fee 100 0008 FINE DPOF 2011 1 1 10 37 100000 FINE o DPOF P 1125 150400 2 03 mos 35mm Hui AWB mamo 2011 1 1 10 37 23 37 With recording data Histogram Without recording data List of icons on the histogram display Te 100 0008 24 FINE Om DPOF x P 1 125 F3 5 150200 2 03 8 03 35mm eect 5500K A1M1 00 AUTO 2011 1 1 10 37PM 1 Display Indication Display Indication 24M 12M Image size of still images 6 0M 20M 48 cl Memory card 22 206 10M 5 1M View mode 146 WIDE 100 0003 Folder file number STD 177 16 9 S Aspect ratio of still RAW Image quality of still images 157 RAW J images 157 E 3D Sweep Panorama 40 91 on Protect 149 DPOF DPOF set 182 144 The screen displayed for playback mode
94. ecification A high definition specification which utilizes 1 080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system 2 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system 3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera GPS SLT A65V only This system allows you to pinpoint your exact location on the earth The GPS satellites are located in 6 orbits 20 000 km above the earth The GPS system consists of 24 or more GPS satellites A GPS receiver receives radio signals from the satellites and calculates the current location of the receiver based on the orbital information almanac data and travel time of the signals etc Determining a location is called triangulating A GPS receiver can determine the location s latitude and longitude by receiving signals from 3 or more satellites As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all depending on the location and time you use the camera GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees etc Use the camera in open sky environments You may n
95. ecognized faces that have been registered in Face Registration page 118 On Enables Face Detection but does not prioritize recognized faces The Face Detection frame When the camera detects faces gray Face Detection frames appear When the camera judges that autofocus is possible the Face Detection frames turn white When you press the shutter button halfway down the Face Detection frames turn green Face Detection If a face is not positioned inside the AF frames gray area available when you press the Face Detection frames white shutter button halfway down the AF area that is used for focusing turns green When the camera detects multiple faces the camera automatically selects a priority face and the single Face Detection frame turns white A magenta frame appears on a face that is registered with Face Registration Shooting technique Compose to overlay the Face Detection frame and the AF area 117 amp unoous Detecting faces Notes When the exposure mode is Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Continuous Advance Priority AE the Face Detection function cannot be used Up to 8 faces can be detected The camera may not detect any faces or may detect some other object depending on the shooting conditions During Smile Shutter shooting Face Detection is temporarily set to On Regist Faces even if it has been set to Of
96. ect each item with lt gt and set the numeric value with A V Daylight Svg Turns on or off the daylight saving time setting Date Format Selects the format to display date Midnight is indicated as 12 00 AM and noon as 12 00 PM Date Time Setup Daylight Svg Wore 2011 1 1 12 00 v Date Format Y M D gt Select t Adjust 28 Turning the camera on and setting the clock 5 Repeat step 4 to set other items then press the center of the control button 6 Verify that Enter is selected then press the center of the control button To cancel the date time setting operation Press the MENU button To set up the date time again When you turn the camera on for the first time the date time setup screen appears automatically The next time set up the date and time from the menu MENU button 9 1 Date Time Setup To set up the area again You can set the area where you are using the camera This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad MENU button 9 1 Area Setting Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off or the battery is installed or not page 198 29 eyawed ayy Before shooting Adjusting the
97. ectly onto the lens surface 183 Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris enters the camera and adheres to the image sensor the part that acts as the film it may appear as dark spots on the photo image depending on the shooting environment If there is dust on the image sensor clean the image sensor following the steps below Notes Cleaning cannot be performed when the battery level is 50 or less The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning Stop cleaning immediately and turn the camera off The use of an AC PWIOAM AC Adaptor sold separately is recommended The cleaning should be completed quickly Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body Cleaning the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera 1 Confirm that the battery is fully charged page 23 2 Press the MENU button then MENU button select X 2 with lt gt on the control button 3 Select Cleaning Mode with A V then press the center of the control button 184 Cleaning the image sensor 4 Select Enter with A and press the center of the control button The image sensor vibrates for a short time and eliminates dust from the sensor 5 Turn off the camera Cleaning the image sensor using a blower If another cleaning is needed after using the cleaning mode clean the image sensor using a blower following the steps be
98. ed to use In the case of other computers Windows Vista XP Mac OS X the AutoPlay Wizard appears and the still images in the recording folder on the camera are imported to the computer Mass Storage Establishes a Mass Storage connection between the camera a computer and other USB devices Standard mode Notes When this item is set to Auto it may take some time to establish a connection If Device Stage is not displayed with Windows 7 set this item to Auto Device Stage is a menu screen used to manage connected devices such as a camera Function of Windows 7 Connecting to the computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera or connect the camera to a wall outlet wall socket using the AC PW10AM AC Adaptor sold separately 175 paoueApy Jayndwo4 Connecting the camera to the computer 2 Turn on the camera and the computer 3 Check that USB Connection in 2 is set to Mass Storage 4 Connect the camera to your To a USB terminal of the computer computer When a USB connection is established for the first time your computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera Wait for a while To the USB terminal Importing images to the computer Windows PMB allows you to easily import images For details on PMB functions see the PMB Help Importing images to the compute
99. elete button 35 gt Playback button 34 Do not directly touch this part 15 eyawed ayy Identifying parts Od joo E Auto lock Accessory shoe For viewing Q Zoom out 124 button 50 Image index MENU button 57 button 51 MOVIE button 33 103 FINDER LCD button 164 Exposure button 44 ISO button 127 Image sensor position mark 110 Nee Aes s For shooting oO Smart teleconverter button 138 Focus Magnifier button 115 For viewing Zoom in button 50 9 For shooting AEL AE lock button 121 AV Aperture value button 99 16 Identifying parts Sides Bottom pry J Hooks for shoulder strap Speaker DC IN terminal gt Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera When connecting the AC PWI10AM AC Adaptor sold separately to the camera turn the camera off then plug the connector of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN terminal on the camera 5 Microphone jack When an external microphone is connected the internal microphone is turned off automatically When the 2 REMOTE terminal external microphone i
100. ending on surrounding buildings weak GPS signals etc It takes time to triangulate although GPS assist data has been taken in Date Time Setup is not set or set time is shifted greatly Set the date and time correctly page 28 The term of validity of assist data has expired Update the GPS assist data page 155 As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all depending on the location and time you use the camera GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees etc Use the camera in open sky environments The location information has not been recorded Use PMB to import the movies with GPS location information to your computer You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera Check Using with your computer page 66 Your computer does not recognize your camera Check that the camera is turned on 192 Troubleshooting When the battery level is low install the charged battery pack page 20 or use the AC Adaptor sold separately Use the USB cable supplied page 175 Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again firmly Disconnect all
101. er Toward Images become brighter Toward Images become darker The lt gt arrow appears if the set Standard value exposure is beyond the range of the EV scale The arrow starts flashing if the difference becomes greater When the camera is in M mode it will show an under or over compensation value based on the correct exposure using the index on the exposure compensation indicator Notes e The WPB Camera shake warning indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode When the mode dial is set to M the ISO setting AUTO is set to 100 In M mode the ISO setting AUTO is not available Set the ISO sensitivity as necessary page 127 Press the button when you shoot with the flash However the flash range differs according to the aperture value When you shoot with the flash check the flash range in Specifications M BULB This mode is suitable for Shooting trails of light such as fireworks hooting trails of stars 1 Set the mode dial to M 100 Selecting the shooting mode 2 Rotate the control dial to the left until BULB is indicated ae 20 0 150400 BULB 3 While pressing the AV button rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture F number AV button 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus 5 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration
102. ery Distant landscapes also stand out more Emt Sunset For shooting the beautiful red of the setting sun Emt Black amp White For shooting images in black and white monotone Creative Style item Q Contrast Saturation and 0 Sharpness can be adjusted for each Q Contrast The higher the value selected the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated thus making an impact on an image Saturation The higher the value selected the more vivid the color When a lower value is selected the color of the image is restrained and subdued D Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness The higher the value selected the more the contours are accentuated and the lower the value selected the more the contours are softened Notes When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection or the Picture Effect mode is selected Creative Style is fixed to Standard and you cannot select other settings When Black amp White is selected you cannot adjust the saturation 133 amp unoous Adjusting the color tones White balance The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the light source The table below shows how the color tone changes based on various light sources compared with a subject that appears white under the sunlight Daylight Cloudy Flu
103. es will be unavailable such as exposure compensation ISO setting If you want to adjust various settings set the mode dial to P then shoot your subject AUTO Set the mode dial to AUTO Auto and shoot images page 38 To set the continuous shooting MENU button zx 1 Auto Cont Shooting Select the desired setting To select the storage method to be used for recorded images In continuous shooting you can select a storage method that allows the camera either to store 1 appropriate image from among the continuously shot images or store all the images MENU button zx 1 Auto Image Extract Select the desired setting Notes Even when you set Auto Image Extract to Off with Hand held Twilight selected from recognized scene mode 1 combined image is saved The numbers of images that were not saved are skipped when the images are extracted Selecting the shooting mode SCN Scene Selection This mode is suitable for Shooting with preset settings according to the scene Set the mode dial to SCN Scene Selection select the desired mode and shoot images page 39 Q Portrait Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject Expresses skin tones softly To blur the background more set the lens to the telephoto position You can shoot a vivid image by focusing on the eye that is closer to the lens Use the lens hood to shoot backlit subjects Use the red eye re
104. ess point and forwarding destination For details refer to the operating manual supplied with the Eye Fi card Eye Fi cards are sold in the U S A Canada Japan and some countries in the EU as of March in 2011 For more information please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly Eye Fi cards can be used only in the countries regions where they were purchased Use Eye Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries regions where you purchased the card Eye Fi cards include a wireless LAN function Do not insert any Eye Fi cards in the camera when it is prohibited to do so such as on an airplane If there is an Eye Fi 168 Setting the method for recording on a memory card card inserted in the camera set Upload Settings to Off orr is displayed on the screen when Upload Settings is set to Off When you use a brand new Eye Fi card for the first time copy the install file of Eye Fi manager recorded on the card to your computer before formatting the card Use an Eye Fi card after updating the firmware to the latest version For details refer to the manual that comes with the Eye Fi card The power save function of the camera does not work while it is uploading images If lg error is displayed remove the memory card and reinsert it or turn off then turn on the power again If g appears again the Eye Fi card may be damaged Wi Fi network communication may be influenced by other communication devi
105. ewfinder Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter adjustment dial page 30 No images in the viewfinder FINDER LCD Setting is set to Manual Press the FINDER LCD button page 164 Move your eye a little closer to the viewfinder 188 Troubleshooting The shutter does not release You are using a memory card with a write protect switch and the switch is set to the LOCK position Set the switch to the recording position Check the free capacity of the memory card You cannot record images while charging the built in flash pages 42 124 n autofocus mode the shutter cannot be released when the subject is out of focus The lens is not attached properly Attach the lens properly page 25 When the camera is attached to another device such as an astronomical telescope set Release w o Lens to Enable page 160 The subject may require special focusing page 109 Use the focus lock or manual focus function pages 110 114 Recording takes a long time The noise reduction function is turned on page 159 This is not a malfunction You are shooting in RAW mode page 157 Since the RAW data file is large the RAW mode shooting may take time The Auto HDR is processing an image page 128 The same image is shot several times The drive mode is set to Cont Shooting or Bracket Cont Set it to Single Shooting pages 46 139 The exposure mode
106. f Face Registration The camera detects faces for which information has been registered in advance 1 MENU button zx 4 Face Registration New Registration 2 Align the guide frame with the face to be registered and press the shutter button 3 Select Enter with A on the control button then press the center of the control button Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be registered Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat a mask sunglasses etc To change the priority of faces previously registered When you have registered multiple faces the priority order is set You can change the priority order MENU button zx 4 Face Registration Order Exchanging Select a face for which you want to change the priority and the priority level To delete a registered face You can delete a registered face 118 Detecting faces MENU button zx 4 Face Registration Delete Select the face you want to delete When you select Delete All you can delete all registered faces at one time Even if you select Delete the data on registered faces remains stored in the camera If you also want to delete this data from the camera select Delete All When the camera detects a smile the shutter is released automatically 1 Fn button Smile Shutter On Select the des
107. for AVCHD Note Movies may not be played smoothly depending on the computer environment Creating a Blu ray disc You can create a Blu ray disc with AVCHD View movies previously imported to a computer Your computer must support the creation of Blu ray discs BD R non rewritable and BD RE rewritable media can be used to create Blu ray discs You cannot add contents to either type of disc once it has been created Click BD Add on Software on the installation screen of PMB and install this plug in according to the on screen instructions Connect your computer to the Internet when you install BD Add on Software See PMB Help for details Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc You can create a standard definition image quality STD disc from AVCHD View movies imported to a computer using supplied software PMB 1 Select the AVCHD View movies you want to write on PMB 2 Click El Create Discs to select Create DVD Video Format Discs STD The screen used for creating a disc appears For details see PMB Help Notes Install PMB beforehand MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on a disc It will take a longer time to create a disc because AVCHD View movies are converted to standard definition image quality STD movies An Internet connection environment is required when creating a DVD Video STD disc for the first time 180 Creating a movie di
108. g a discrepancy between the sharpness of the image before shooting and that of the actual image While you are pressing the preview button you can see the image with the aperture used in the actual shot so that you can check the approximate sharpness of the subject before shooting Press the preview button after you adjust the focus You can adjust the aperture in preview mode S Shutter Priority This mode is suitable for Shooting a moving subject at a moment in time Use a faster shutter speed to crisply shoot an instant of the movement Tracing the movement to express the dynamism and flow Use a slower shutter speed to shoot a trailing image of the moving subject Preview button 1 Set the mode dial to S 97 amp unoous Selecting the shooting mode 2 Select the shutter speed with the control dial MATES 1 250 5 530 0 150400 Shutter speed 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected shutter speed the aperture Aperture F number value flashes In such cases adjust the shutter speed again TEIENENCN 1 250 F3 5 450 0 150 400 Shooting techniques When the shutter speed is slower use a tripod When shooting an in
109. g techniques Use the white balance bracket function if you cannot get the desired color in the selected option page 142 When you select C Temp Filter you can adjust the value to the desired value page 136 When you select Custom you can register your setting page 136 The fine adjustment screen for color You can perform a fine adjustment by combining the color temperature with the color filter 135 amp unoous Adjusting the color tones White balance Color Temp Fine tunes color in the B blue direction with lt and the A amber direction with P Color Filter Fine tunes color in the G green direction with A and the M magenta direction with V Color Temp Color Filter 1 WB on the control button o C Temp Filter gt 2 Set the color temperature with a v on the control button 3 Press to display the fine adjustment screen and compensate the color to your preference with a v lt gt Note Since color meters are designed for film cameras the values differ under fluorescent sodium lamp mercury lamps We recommend that you use the custom white balance or perform a test shooting Custom white balance In scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light source use of custom white balance is recommended in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness 1 WB on the control bu
110. g the shooting mode P Program Auto This mode is suitable for Using the automatic exposure while keeping the custom settings for ISO sensitivity Creative Style D Range optimizer etc 1 Set the mode dial to P 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings pages 108 to 143 To fire the flash press the button 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject Program Shift You can temporarily change the shutter speed and aperture value combination with the correct exposure determined by the camera maintained Rotate the control dial to select your desired combination while the focus is achieved The exposure mode indication changes to pr 94 Selecting the shooting mode A Aperture Priority This mode is suitable for Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur everything in front of and beyond the subject Opening the aperture narrows the range that is in focus Depth of field becomes shallower Shooting the depth of the scenery Narrowing down the aperture widens the range that is in focus Depth of field becomes deeper 1 Set the mode dial to A 2 Select the aperture value F number with the control dial Smaller F number The foreground and background of the subject are blurred Larger F number The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus You cannot check the blurring of an g image on the LCD monitor or in th
111. ge Since several images are stitched ogether the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly Under low light conditions images may be blurred Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light images may not be recorded properly When the whole angle of 3D panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure with AE AF lock are extremely different in brightness color and focus the shooting will not be successful If this happens change the lock angle and shoot again The available shooting direction is horizontal only For details on the procedure used for shooting 3D images see page 40 Note on playback of 3D images When you play back 3D images on the LCD monitor of the camera or on a non 3D compatible TV the images are played back without the 3D effect Notes on 3D image files e A JPEG file and an MPO are combined to create a 3D image If you erase one of these files from the computer the 3D image may not be played back properly For details on the procedure used for viewing 3D images see pages 147 and 152 205 paoueApy s134 0 Aunooys ajqno4 Memory card Notes on using memory cards Do not strike bend or drop the memory card Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight Locations exposed to direct s
112. ge Data Converter 69 Image Index 51 Image quality 157 Image size eee 48 ISO sensitivity 127 J cte 157 L Landscape 39 89 L tiguage eee ets 63 LCD brightness 163 LCD monitor 714 84 144 ees 25 Lens Comp Chromatic Aberration 165 Lens Comp Distortion 165 Lens Comp Peripheral Shading PEE 165 Live View Display 83 Long 159 M 39 89 Manual Exposure 99 Manual 114 Metering 122 Moisture condensation 198 Movie Audio Recording 107 Movie File Format 105 Multi frame noise reduction 127 Multi segment N New Folder Night Portrait Night Object Tracking 112 Picture Effect 131 PlaybackDisplay 147 uidet 70 PMB 69 39 89 Power 164 Preset white balance 135 Pressing halfway down 32 Pt Vie Wesce terere
113. he You cannot record or play back camera and wait until the camera AVCHD View movies because is ready to shoot again the Image Database File is damaged Follow the on screen instructions to recover data Because you have been recording for a long time the Unable to magnify temperature inside the camera Unable to rotate image has increased to an unacceptable Images recorded with other cameras level Stop recording may not be magnified or rotated Recording is unavailable in this Cannot create more folders movie format The folder with a name beginning Set File Format to MP4 with 999 exists on the memory card You cannot create any Su folders if this is the case The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the camera is possible a ef Unable to register to the database file Import all the images to a computer using PMB and recover the memory card 197 paoueApy sjau1g Burjoous ajqno4 Precautions Do not use store the camera in the following places e In an extremely hot dry or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed and this may cause a malfunction In a location subject to rocking vibration Near strong magnetic place
114. he date if you ask them to do so The lens gets fogged Moisture condensation has occurred Turn off the camera and leave it for about 1 hour before using it page 198 194 Troubleshooting The message Set Area Date Time appears when you turn on the camera The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack Charge the battery pack and set the date again pages 28 198 If the date setting is lost every time the battery pack is charged consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility The number of recordable images does not decrease or decreases 2 at a time This is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on the image when you shoot a JPEG image page 157 The setting is reset without the resetting operation The battery pack was removed when the power switch was set to ON When removing the battery pack make sure the camera is turned off and the access lamp is not lit pages 17 22 The camera does not work properly Turn off the camera Remove the battery pack and insert it again If the camera is warm remove the battery pack and allow it to cool down before trying this corrective procedure e If an AC Adaptor sold separately is used disconnect the power plug Connect the power plug and turn on the camera again If the camera does not work after doing these solutions consult your Sony dealer
115. ic Display Level 171 paoueApy ay jo dnjas Resetting to the default Items Reset to Peaking Level 115 Off Peaking Color 115 White Live View Display 83 Setting Effect ON Func of AEL button 161 AEL hold ISO Button 162 ISO Preview Button 162 Shot Result Preview Focus Hold Button 60 Focus Hold Smart Telecon Button 115 138 Smart Telecon Lens Comp Shading 165 Auto Lens Comp Chro Aber 165 Auto Lens Comp Distortion 165 Off Front Curtain Shutter 162 On Playback menu Reset Default Items Reset to View Mode 146 Folder View Still Slide Show Interval 147 3 sec Slide Show Repeat 147 Off Specify Printing Date Imprint 182 Off Volume Settings 61 2 Playback Display 147 Auto Rotate Memory Card Tool menu Reset Default Items Reset to File Number 166 Series Folder Name 166 Standard Form Setup menu Reset Default Items Reset to Menu start 62 Top LCD Brightness 163 Auto Viewfinder Bright 163 Auto 172 Resetting to the default Items Reset to GPS Settings GPS On Off 154 SLT Off A65V only GPS Settings GPS Auto Time Cor 155 SLT A65V only Power Save 164 1 Min HDMI Resolution 152 Auto CTRL FOR HDMI 152 On Upload Settings 16
116. icture Effect 131 M a e eral P ERROR e e sos SteadyShot error 195 c5 Overheating warning 11 e s Database file full 197 n Database file error 197 Smile Shutter 119 2 m Exposure compensation Display Indication ue O Qu ow m Drive mode 46 139 SY Flash compensation 122 15 e204 23 EV scale 44 100 141 Flash mode 42 124 3 Red duction 58 epe 58 Display Indication ian 1 125 Shutter speed 97 EXE Focus mode 111 F2 8 Aperture 95 ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity 127 AF area 112 AE lock 121 E BE Object Tracking 112 e 8 aor GL Boy Face Detection 117 Boa Metering mode 122 85 padueapy Shooting a clear image without camera shake Camera shake refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shutter button has been pressed resulting in a blurred image To reduce camera shake follow the instructions below Camera shake warning indicator Due to potential camera shake the PB Camera shake warning indicator flashes In this case use a tripod or the flash We Camera shake warning indicator Note The WPB Camera shake warning indicator is displayed only in the modes that automatically set the shutter speed This indicator is not displayed in M S modes or
117. ide When you press the In Camera Guide D5 button on the Fn screen or menu screen a guide in accordance with the currently D selected function or setting appears In Camera Guide re automatically Select unavailable functions or settings on the Fn screen then press the center of the control button the appropriate setup is indicated in order to enable them Shooting Tip The camera displays the shooting tips in accordance with the shooting mode selected 1 Press the In Camera Guide SEES button when the recording NE information display is displayed A shooting tip list in accordance with the In Camera Guide current subject appears automatically 2 Select the desired shooting tip with A V on the control button then press the center of the control button The shooting tip is displayed e You can scroll the screen with A V You can select the item with lt gt To access all shooting tips You can search through all the shooting tips from the menu Use this item when you want to read shooting tips you have seen before 64 Using the guide function of the camera MENU button 1 Shooting List Select the desired shooting tip You can access a tip from the Table of contents 65 1811 5002014 Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD ROM supplied to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera Image
118. ill flash Slow Sync 5 Rear Sync H Wireless 31 88 v 31 88 AuTO 38 88 SCN 39 89 lt lt lt lt lt S lt lt 2 40 91 E 40 91 lt lt my 41 93 P 94 A 85 S 97 M 99 33 103 lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt 78 Advanced operations This section provides further information on the camera padueapy Setting up the camera Removing the eyecup When attaching the FDA A1AM Angle Finder sold separately to the camera remove the eyecup Carefully slide the eyecup off by pushing on each side of the eyecup Put your fingers under the eyecup and slide it upward Note When the FDA AIAM Angle Finder sold separately is attached to the camera setting Eye Start AF to Off is recommended because the eyepiece sensors located above the viewfinder may be activated 80 The screen displayed for shooting mode Selecting the screen mode You can select the desired screen mode When you switch the screen by pressing DISP on the control button page 47 only selected screens are displayed You can set the available screens to be displayed o
119. ired Smile Detection Sensitivity mode You can set the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles to one of the following 3 options Slight Smile Normal Smile and Big Smile When the Smile Shutter is activated the Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator appears on the screen 2 Wait detecting a smile The camera detects a smile and the focus is confirmed When the smile level exceeds the lt point on the indicator the camera records images automatically When the camera detects the target faces orange Face Detection frames Face Detection frame appear around the faces The Face Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Detection frames turn green when these subjects come into focus To stop shooting Fn button Smile Shutter Off 119 amp unoous Detecting faces Shooting techniques To focus on the smile overlay the Face Detection frame and AF area Do not cover the eyes with bangs etc Keep the eyes narrowed Do not obscure the face with a hat a mask sunglasses etc Try to orient the face in front of the camera and keep it as level as possible Hold a clear smile with an open mouth The smile is easier to detect when the teeth are showing f you press the shutter button while the Smile Shutter function is activated the camera shoots the image and then returns to Smile Shutter Notes The Smil
120. is set to Continuous Advance Priority AE pages 41 93 The exposure mode is set to AUTO and Auto Image Extract is set to Off page 88 The image is out of focus The subject is too close Check the minimum focal distance of the lens You are shooting in manual focus mode set the focus mode switch to AF autofocus page 108 When the focus mode switch is equipped with the lens set it to AF Ambient light is insufficient Eye Start AF does not work Set Eye Start AF to On page 80 Press the shutter button halfway down 189 paoueApy sjau1g Burjoous aqno Troubleshooting The flash does not work The flash mode is set to Autoflash If you want to make sure the flash fires without fail set the flash mode to Fill flash pages 42 124 The flash takes too long to recharge The flash has been fired in succession in a short period When the flash has been fired in succession the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera A picture taken with the flash is too dark If the subject is beyond the flash range the distance that the flash can reach the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject If the ISO is changed the flash range also changes with it Check the flash range in Specifications The date and time are recorded incorrectly Set the correct date and time page
121. ively Both 60i and 50i movies utilize the interlace scanning system Dolby Digital audio and the AVCHD format 24p 25p movies are recorded at either 24 frames second or at 25 frames second respectively Both 24p and 25p movies utilize the progressive scanning system Dolby Digital audio and the AVCHD format 60p 50p movies are recorded at either 60 frames second or at 50 frames second respectively Both 60p and 50p movies utilize the progressive scanning system and Dolby Digital audio 105 amp unoous Movie recording setup MP4 Records mp4 AVC movies This format is suitable for WEB uploads e mail attachments etc Movies are recorded in MPEG 4 format at about 30 frames second utilizing the progressive scanning system AAC audio and the mp4 format You cannot create a disc from the movies recorded in this format using the supplied software PMB Record Setting The higher the average bit rate the higher the image quality MENU button 9 1 Record Setting Select the desired size File Format AVCHD 60i 60p AVCHD 50i 50p Average i File Format bit rate Recording 60i 24M FX 24Mbps Records high image quality movies of 1920 x 1080 50i 24M FX 601 501 60i 17M FH 17 Mbps Records standard image quality movies of 1920 x 50i 17M FH 1080 601 501 60p 28M PS 28 Mbps Records highes
122. ke several tens of seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information If you shoot images with the location information not acquired the information is not recorded To record the correct information wait until the camera can receive radio signals from GPS satellites During take off and landing of an airplane turn off the camera as you will be instructed to do by the on board announcement Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation For detailed notes on the GPS feature see page 203 154 GPS setting SLT A65V only GPS Assist Data The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened by taking in GPS assist data If the camera connects to the computer with the supplied PMB software installed the GPS assist data can be updated automatically To check the state of GPS assist data MENU button 1 GPS Settings Use GPS Assist Data Notes The computer is required to connect to the Internet when updating data If the term of validity of assist data has run out the time until you can record location information cannot be shortened It is recommended that you update the assist data regularly The expiration date of the assist data is about 30 days If Date Time Setup is not set or set time is shifted greatly the time for the GPS acquiring location information cannot be shortened The assist data service may be closed for various reason
123. low 1 Perform the cleaning operation described in steps 1 to 4 of Cleaning the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera 2 Detach the lens page 26 3 Push the V mark on the mirror lock lever with a finger to lift up the mirror Be careful not to touch the surface of the mirror Mirror lock lever 185 pasueapy Cleaning the image sensor 4 Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area Do not touch the image sensor with the tip of the blower and do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount Hold the camera s face downward to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera Complete the cleaning quickly Also clean the back of the mirror using a blower 5 After the cleaning is finished lower the mirror with a finger until it clicks Lower the frame of the mirror back down with a finger Be careful not to touch the surface of the mirror Lower the mirror down until it locks firmly 6 Attach the lens and turn the camera off Confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens Notes After the cleaning is finished confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens Otherwise the lens may be scratched or this may be the cause of additional trouble Also if the mirror is not locked down firmly the autofocu
124. m the camera Do not leave the Memory Stick Micro media within the reach of small children They might accidentally swallow it 207 paoueApy sjau1g Burjoous ajqno4 Battery pack Battery charger The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 to 30 C 50 to 86 F You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet wall socket Do not try to charge the battery pack again right after it has been charged or when it has not been used after being charged Doing so will affect the performance of the battery pack Do not charge any battery pack other than the InfoLITHIUM M series battery pack in the battery charger supplied with your camera Batteries other than the specified kind may leak overheat or explode if you attempt to charge them posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns When the CHARGE lamp flashes this may indicate a battery error or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been installed Check that the battery pack is the specified type If the battery pack is the specified type remove the battery pack replace it with a new 208 one or another one and check if the battery charger ope
125. mat Also DVD based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs 1080 60p 50p movies can be played back on compatible devices only On GPS compatible devices SLT A65V only To determine whether your camera supports GPS function check the model name of your camera GPS compatible SLT A65V GPS incompatible SLT A65 Use GPS in accordance with regulations of countries and regions where you use it If you do not record the location information set GPS On Off to Off page 154 In an airplane make sure to turn off the camera following cabin announcements 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 copyright laws The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images and are not actual images shot using this camera On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions except as described in this manual at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25 C 77 F and using a battery pack that is charged for about 1 hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out 11 Model name This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses The model name varies depending on the supplied lens The available model
126. mmend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet wall socket 21 eyawed au Inserting the battery pack memory card sold separately 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever open the cover 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery 3 Close the cover 4 While sliding the memory card cover open the cover 22 Inserting the battery pack memory card sold separately 5 Insert a memory card With the notched corner facing as ud 0 Lo illustrated insert the memory card until it clicks into place Ensure the notched corner faces correctly 6 Close the cover To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow Be careful not to drop the battery pack Lock lever To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is not lit then open the cover and push the memory card once To check the remaining battery level The supplied battery pack is a lithium ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera The remaining battery time in percent figures is displayed accordi
127. n be rotated leftward 270 degrees from the position in which the LCD monitor is facing forward When the LCD monitor is not used it is recommended that you close it with the screen side facing to the camera Note When the LCD monitor is open the eye sensor may not be able to function in situations involving low position shooting If you look into the viewfinder and the monitor is not switched automatically press the FINDER LCD button 36 Shooting with the various shooting modes Set the mode dial to the desired mode The following shooting modes are provided with the camera AUTO Flash Off 31 88 The AUTO mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings Select Flash Off when you want to shoot without the flash AUTO Auto 38 88 The camera recognizes and evaluates the shooting condition and appropriate settings are set automatically The camera saves appropriate image by combining or separating images as necessary SCN Scene Selection 39 89 Selecting an appropriate mode for the subject or the shooting conditions allows you to shoot the image with a suitable setting for the subject Sweep Panorama 40 91 Allows you to shoot panoramic images Ep 3D Sweep Panorama 40 91 Allows you to shoot 3D panoramic images for pla
128. n the LCD monitor and the viewfinder separately 1 MENU button 2 DISP Button Monitor or DISP Button Finder 2 Select the desired display with A V 4 P on the control button then press the center of the control button 3 Press the MENU button 81 pa2ueApy The screen displayed for shooting mode The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture The exposure compensation will change the histogram accordingly Both ends of the histogram show a high key or low key portion You cannot restore these area with a computer later Adjust the exposure if necessary and shoot again sjaxid Jo Jaquiny Notes The histogram does not indicate the final recorded image It indicates the condition of the image just monitored on the screen The histogram will differ based on aperture setting etc The histogram differs between shooting and playback in the following situations When firing the flash When the subject has low intensity such as night scenery 82 The screen displayed for shooting mode The digital level gauge The digital level gauge indicates whether Horizontal direction the camera is level in both the horizontal and front back directions When the camera is level in one direction the indicator turns to green Front back direction N
129. n using a zoom lens turn the zoom ring then M decide on your shot 4 31 1 Zoom ring pue Bunoous Shooting still images D Press the shutter button 4 halfway down to focus When the focus is confirmed or Focus indicator lights up page 109 Focus indicator 6 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot 32 Recording movies 1 Press the MOVIE button to MOVIE button start recording s Movie recording can be started from IS any exposure mode ko i The shutter speed and aperture are adjusted automatically If you want to set them to particular values set the mode dial to HH Movie page 104 The camera continues to adjust the focus when it is in autofocus mode 2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording Notes The sound of the camera and the lens in operation may be recorded while recording a movie You can disable sound recording by setting Audio Recording to Off page 107 The continuous recording time of a movie may be shorter depending on the ambient temperature or the status of the camera See Notes on continuous movie recording e When the mark is indicated the temperature of the camera is too high Turn the camera off and wait until the temperature of the camera drops page 197 33 pue Bunoous Playing back images 1 Press the button EN button 2 MENU
130. n using the camera with the AC PW10AM AC Adaptor sold separately the brightness of the viewfinder is always set to the brightest setting even if you select Auto 163 paoueApy ay jo dnjag Setting the other functions of the camera Power Save You can set different time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode Power Save Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode MENU button 4 1 Power Save Select the desired time Note The camera does not turn to power save mode when the camera is connected to a TV or the drive mode is set to Remote Cdr FINDER LCD Setting You can disable the automatic switching of the LCD monitor and the viewfinder and enable only the FINDER LCD button to switch them MENU button xx 1 FINDER LCD Setting Manual Lens compensation You can automatically compensate the following characteristics light fall off at the edges chromatic aberration and distortion only for automatic compensation compliant lenses For further information on automatic compensation compliant lenses visit the Sony web site in your area or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Lens Comp Peripheral Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen caused by certain lens characteristics This item is set to Auto in the default settings MENU button zx 4
131. ndex Focusing mode switch 2 3 4 5 Lens contacts 6 7 Mounting index The DT 18 55mm F3 5 5 6 SAM DT 55 200mm F4 5 6 SAM are designed for Sony A mount cameras models equipped with an APS C sized image sensor You cannot use these lenses on 35mm format cameras For the lenses other than DT 18 55mm F3 5 5 6 SAM DT 55 200mm F4 5 6 SAM refer to the eyawed ayy Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time be sure to charge the NP FM500H InfoLITHIUM battery pack supplied The InfoLITHIUM battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted It can also be used when it has not been fully charged 1 Insert the battery pack onto the battery charger Push the battery pack until it clicks 2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet wall socket Light on Charging Light off Charge completed Charging time About 175 minutes When charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 C 77 F The CHARGE lamp turns off when charging is completed For the U S A and Canada Plug CHARGE lamp For countries regions other than the U S A and Canada lt To a wall outlet wall socket 20 Charging the battery pack Notes The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions We reco
132. ng High Normal Low Flash control 123 Sets the method for determining the intensity of flash output ADI flash Pre flash TTL AF Illuminator 125 Sets the AF illuminator which sheds light on a dark scene to aid focusing Auto Off Color Space 160 Changes the range of reproducible colors sRGB AdobeRGB SteadyShot 86 Sets SteadyShot On Off Shooting Tip List 64 Allows you to access all shooting tips Movie shooting menu H m t gt S File Format 105 Selects the movie file format AVCHD 60i 60p AVCHD 50i 50p MP4 Record Setting 106 Selects the size of the recorded movie frame 601 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 1440x1080 12M VGA 3M Audio Recording 107 Sets whether or not to record audio when shooting a movie On Off Wind Noise Reduct Reduces wind noise during movie recording 107 On Off SteadyShot 86 Sets SteadyShot On Off Custom menu oOoleghess4 o wea Eye Start AF 80 Sets whether or not to use auto focus when you look through the viewfinder On Off FINDER LCD Setting 164 Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder and LCD monitor Auto Manual Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red eye phenomenon during flash use On Off 58 The functions selected with
133. ng to the operating conditions of your camera 23 eyawed ayy Inserting the battery pack memory card sold separately T ez en You cannot shoot High Low any more pictures Available memory cards The following memory cards are compatible with this camera However all memory cards are not guaranteed to work with this camera Battery level Types of memory card ae Movies In this manual Memory Stick PRO Duo v Mark2 Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO HG Duo v PRO Duo SD memory card V V Class 4 or faster SDHC memory card v Class 4 or faster SD card SDXC memory card v Class 4 or faster MultiMediaCard cannot be used Note Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera If you connect your camera to an incompatible device you may be prompted to format the card Never format the card in response to this prompt as doing so will erase all data on the card exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards 24 Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from Front lens cap the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens When changing the lens quickly change the lens away from dusty location
134. nsates for the shaded corners of the screen caused by the lens attached Auto Off Lens Comp Chro Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen Aber 165 caused by the lens attached Auto Off Lens Comp Compensates for distortion on the screen caused by the lens Distortion 165 attached Auto Off 60 The functions selected with the MENU button Front Curtain Shutter 162 Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter function On Off Face Registration 118 Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the focus New Registration Order Exchanging Delete Delete All Playback menu oH mom 9 a Delete 35 150 Deletes images Multiple Img All in Folder All AVCHD view files View Mode 146 Allows you to determine how to group the playback images Folder View Still Folder View MP4 AVCHD View Slide Show 147 Shows a slide show Repeat Interval Image Type Image Index 51 Displays the image list 4 Images 9 Images 3D Viewing 152 Plays back 3D images using a 3D compatible TV connected to the camera Protect 149 Protects or cancels protection for an image Multiple Img Cancel All Images Cancel All Movies MP4 Cancel All AVCHD view files Specify Printing Specifies or unspecifies the images for DPOF 182 DPOF Setup Date Impri
135. nt angeona 9 a Volume Settings Sets the volume for movie playback Playback Display Sets how to play back an image recorded in portrait 147 Auto Rotate Manual Rotate Memory Card Tool menu c Hr m v 9 a Format 166 Formats the memory card File Number 166 Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still images and movies Series Reset 61 1811 5002014 The functions selected with the MENU button Folder Name 166 Sets the folder format for still images Standard Form Date Form Select REC Folder 167 Changes the selected folder for storing still images New Folder 167 Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies Recover Image DB 168 Recovers the image database file and enables recording and playback Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card Clock setup menu O H 3 o m Date Time Setup 28 Sets date and time and daylight savings Area Setting 29 Sets the location of use Setup menu aot OA M2 3 Menu start Sets the default position of the cursor on the menu to the top item or the last selected item Top Previous LCD Brightness 163 Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor Auto Manual Viewfinder Bright Sets the brightness of the viewfinder 163 Auto Manual GPS
136. nverted from high definition DVD player computer A image quality HD movies can be recorded that can play DVDs on DVD media such as DVD R discs and a etc standard definition image quality STD disc is created Creating a disc using a computer You can import AVCHD View movies to a computer using PMB and create an AVCHD format disc or a standard definition image quality STD disc For details on the method for creating a disc using PMB see PMB Help Notes To create Blu ray discs be sure to install BD Add on Software from the PMB installation screen 72 Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries regions Movies recorded with the 60p 28M PS 50p 28M PS setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create a disc This conversion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality page 179 e Movies recorded with the 601 24M FX 50i 24M FX or 24 24M FX 25p 24M FX setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create an AVCHD disc This conversion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality If you want to keep the original image quality you must store your movies on a Blu ray disc page 180 AVCHD View movies are movies that were recorded in the AVCHD 60i 60p AVCH
137. o not shoot a strong light source such as the sun The internal mechanism of the camera may be damaged When you import AVCHD View movies to a computer use PMB pages 66 176 When you continue to shoot for a long time the temperature of the camera rises and the image quality may deteriorate When the mark is indicated the temperature of the camera is too high Turn the camera off and wait until the temperature of the camera drops If you continue to shoot the camera is turned off automatically Since the shutter speed and aperture are automatically adjusted the shutter speed will be higher and the movement of the subject may not be smooth under bright conditions Selecting manual focus and adjusting the shutter speed or aperture may make the movement smoother page 114 When ISO is set to Multi Frame Noise Reduct AUTO is temporarily selected When it is set to ISO 3200 or higher ISO 1600 is temporarily selected You cannot select Soft Focus HDR Painting Rich tone Mono or Miniature in Picture Effect When movie recording starts Picture Effect is temporarily set to Off Recording movies with the shutter speed and aperture adjusted You can record movies with the shutter speed and aperture adjusted controlling the background defocus or fluidity as intended 1 Set the focus mode switch to MF page 114 2 Set the mode dial to Movie 3 Select the desired mode with A V
138. o print RAW images first convert them to JPEG images using Image Data Converter on the supplied CD ROM The color of the image is strange When you print the images recorded in Adobe RGB mode using sRGB printers that are not compatible with Adobe RGB DCF2 0 Exif2 21 the images are printed at a lower intensity level page 160 Images are printed with both edges cut off Depending on your printer the left right top and bottom edges of the image may be cut off Especially when you print an image shot with the aspect ratio set to 16 9 the lateral end of the image may be cut off When printing images using your own printer cancel the trimming or borderless settings Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not When having images printed at a digital print shop ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges Cannot print images with the date Using PMB you can print images with date page 70 This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images However because the images shot with the camera include information on the recording date you can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information For compatibility with Exif information consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software When you print images at a shop images can be printed with t
139. ocal Object Tracking 112 Keeps the focus on a subject while tracking it On Off Face Detection 117 Automatically captures people s face s with the optimal focus and exposure On On Regist Faces Off Smile Shutter 119 Shoots when a smile is detected On Off ISO 127 Sets the sensitivity to light The larger the number the faster the shutter speed Multi Frame Noise Reduct ISO AUTO to 16000 Metering Mode 122 Selects the method for measuring brightness Multi segment Center weighted Spot Flash Comp 122 Adjusts the intensity of flash output 2 0EV to 2 0EV White Balance 134 Adjusts the color tone of images Auto WB Daylight Shade Cloudy Incandescent Fluor Warm White Fluor Cool White Fluor Day White Fluor Daylight Flash Color Temp Color Filter Custom 59 1811 00201 Functions that can be selected with the Fn Function button DRO Auto HDR 128 Compensates for the brightness and contrast automatically Off D Range Opt Auto HDR Creative Style 132 Selects your desired image processing Standard Vivid Portrait Landscape Sunset Black amp White Picture Effect 131 Shoots with the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive expression Off Toy Camera Pop Color Posterization Retro Photo Soft High key Partial Color High Contrast Mono Soft Focus HDR Painting Rich tone Mono Miniature
140. odes up to now which record in an interlacing method this camera records using a progressive method This increases the resolution and provides a smoother more realistic image You may feel uncomfortable symptoms such as eyestrain nausea or a tired feeling while watching 3D images recorded with the camera on 3D compatible monitors When you watch 3D images we recommend that you take a break at regular time intervals Since the need for or frequency of break times varies among individuals please set your own standards If you feel sick stop watching 3D images and consult a doctor as needed Also refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera A child s vision is always vulnerable especially for children under 6 years of age Before allowing them to watch 3D images please consult with an expert such as a pediatric or ophthalmic doctor Be sure to make sure your children follow the precautions above 10 No compensation for contents of the recording The contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or a memory card etc Back up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of data loss always copy back up data to other medium Notes on the LCD monitor electronic viewfinder lens and image sensor The LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high
141. on the control button then press the center of the control button To change the mode press the Fn button then select another mode 4 Adjust the shutter speed and aperture value with the control dial 104 Movie recording setup 5 Adjust the focus then press the MOVIE button to start recording Program Auto 84 Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically both the shutter speed and the aperture value The other settings can be adjusted manually and your setting values can be saved Fa Aperture Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value Exposure 99 Priority 95 manually using the control dial Shutter Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed Priority 97 manually using the control dial Manual Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually both the shutter speed and the aperture value using the control dial MENU button H 1 File Format Select the desired format AVCHD 60i 60p Records 601 501 movies or 24p 25p movies in AVCHD AVCHD 50i 50p format and 60p 50p movies in an original Sony format This Sony file format is suitable for viewing the movie on a high definition TV You can create a Blu ray disc an AVCHD disc or a DVD Video disc using the supplied software PMB 60i 50i movies are recorded at either 60 fields second or at 50 fields second respect
142. onnect the camera to your Macintosh computer first Double click the newly recognized icon on the desktop the folder where the images you want to import are stored 2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon The image files are copied to the hard disk 177 paoueApy Jayndwo4 Connecting the camera to the computer 3 Double click the hard disk icon the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files The image is displayed Note Use iMovie bundled with a Macintosh computer to import or operate AVCHD View movies Deleting the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before Disconnecting the USB cable Removing the memory card Turning off the camera 1 Double click the disconnect icon Windows Vista on the tasktray Windows XP ADS He 12 00 PM Disconnect icon 2 Click USB Mass Storage Device Stop 3 Confirm the device on the confirmation window then click OK Note Drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon to the Trash icon beforehand when you use a Macintosh computer and the camera is disconnected from the computer 178 Creating a movie disc You can create a disc from AVCHD View movies recorded on the camera Movies recorded with the 60 28M PS 50p 28M PS setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create a disc This conver
143. ont Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases MENU hutton zx 4 Front Curtain Shutter Select the desired setting 162 Setting the other functions of the camera Notes When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large diameter lens attached the ghosting of a blurred area may occur depending on the subject or shooting conditions In such cases set this item to Off When a Konica Minolta lens is used set this item to Off If you set this item to On the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven LCD Brightness The brightness of the LCD monitor is automatically adjusted to the surrounding lighting conditions using the light sensor page 15 You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor manually MENU button 1 LCD Brightness Select the desired setting Notes When it is set to Auto do not cover the light sensor with your hand and so on When using the camera with the AC PW10AM AC Adaptor sold separately the brightness of the LCD monitor is always set to the brightest setting even if you select Auto Viewfinder Bright The brightness of the viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the lighting conditions of the subject You can set the brightness of the viewfinder manually MENU button 4 1 Viewfinder Bright Manual Select the desired setting Note Whe
144. or local authorized Sony service facility x is indicated on the screen The SteadyShot function does not work You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work Turn the camera off and on If the SteadyShot scale continues to be indicated consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility E is indicated on the screen Remove the memory card and insert it again If this procedure does not turn off the indication format the memory card 195 pasueapy siau1g Burjoous aqno Warning messages If the following messages appear follow the instructions below Reinsert memory card The inserted memory card cannot be used in your camera The memory card is damaged The terminal section of the memory card is dirty Set Area Date Time Set the area date and time If you have not used the camera for a long time charge the internal rechargeable battery pages 28 198 Memory card locked You are using a memory card with a write protect switch and the switch is set to the LOCK position Set the switch to the recording position Power insufficient You tried to perform Cleaning Mode when the battery level is insufficient Charge the battery pack or use the AC Adaptor sold separately Unable to use memory card Format The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified
145. orescent Incandescent Weather lant Y lightin gt ioo 5 Characteristics White Bluish Green tinged Reddish of light Use this feature when the color tone of the image did not come out as you expected or when you want to change the color tone on purpose for photographic expression Notes When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection White Balance is fixed to Auto WB and you cannot select other modes If the only light source available is a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp the camera will not be able to acquire the accurate white balance because of the characteristics of the light source Use the flash in such cases WB on the control button Select the desired setting When you select a setting other than C Temp Filter press so that the fine adjustment screen appears and you can adjust the color tone with A V 4 P as necessary 134 Adjusting the color tones White balance AWB Auto WB The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color tones 3 Daylight If you select an option to suit a specific light source the color fx Shade tones are adjusted for the light source preset white balance Cloudy Incandescent 4 1 Fluor Warm White Xo Fluor Cool nw White 1 Fluor Day nw White E42 Fluor nw Daylight V Flash Shootin
146. orted 66 Using with your computer Recommended computer environment Macintosh The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection OS pre installed USB Connection Mac OS X v10 3 10 4 10 5 10 6 Image Data Converter Ver 4 Mac OS X v10 5 10 6 Snow Leopard Image Data CPU Intel Core Solo Core Duo Core 2 Duo or faster Converter Ver 4 Memory 1 GB or more is recommended Display 1024 x 768 dots or more Notes Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi boot environment If you connect 2 or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time some devices including the camera may not operate depending on the types of USB devices you are using Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 compliant allows advanced transfer high speed transfer as the camera is compatible with Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 compliant When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time 67 Jayndwod e uo safew furmatA Using the software Installing the software Windows Log on as Administrator 1 Turn on your computer and insert the CD ROM supplied into the CD ROM drive The installation menu
147. ot be able to record location information at locations or in situations where radio signals from the GPS satellites do not reach the camera as follows n tunnels indoors or under the shade of buildings Between tall buildings or at narrow streets surrounded by buildings n underground locations locations surrounded by dense trees under an elevated bridge or inlocations where magnetic fields are generated such as near high voltage cables Near devices that generate radio signals of the same frequency band as the camera near 1 5 GHz band mobile telephones etc On triangulating errors f you move to another location right after turning on the camera it may take a longer time for the camera to start triangulating compared to when you stay in the same place Error caused by the position of GPS satellites The camera automatically triangulates your current location when the camera receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites The triangulating error allowed by the GPS satellites is about 30 m 98 feet Depending on the environment of the location the triangulating error can be greater In this case your actual location may not match the location on the map based on the GPS information Meanwhile the GPS satellites are controlled by the United States 203 paoueApy sjauyg Burjoous aqno GPS SLT A65V only Department of Defense and the degree of accuracy
148. otes The error of the digital level gauge is larger if you tilt the camera too far forward or backward A tilt of x1 may be indicated even if the camera is almost level Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed You can monitor the subject through the lens without effects such as the exposure compensation white balance Creative Style Picture Effect etc displayed MENU button 2 Live View Display Setting Effect OFF When Setting Effect OFF is selected the Live View image in M mode is always displayed with the appropriate brightness Note Setting Effect OFF cannot be selected when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Movie or Scene Selection 83 paoueApy The screen displayed for shooting mode List of icons for viewfinder mode When For viewfinder in DISP Button Monitor is activated you can set the status of the LCD monitor to one suitable for used with the viewfinder by pressing DISP on the control button See pages in parentheses for details of operation In AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection mode Rm 1709 FINE SOpREN 9700 5e 4 PR Xil E 7 c tel AUTO SQ 1125 F28 ISOAUTO Tracking focus In Continuous Advance Priority AE P A S M mode 1100 24
149. p Setup menu to Off 153 pasueapy xoegAe d GPS setting SLT A65V only If the camera has acquired location information using the built in GPS feature this information is recorded in the images or movies at that location Using the supplied software PMB you can import images recorded with location information to a computer and enjoy viewing them with a map which shows their shooting location See PMB Help for details MENU button amp 1 GPS Settings GPS On Off On The indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception GPS indicators reception status No indicator GPS On Off is set to Off NS Your camera cannot record the location information Use your camera in an open area ah we 7 AS AS AS Calculating the location information Wait until the location information is recordable M E Mil The current location information is recordable Kennon There is a problem with the GPS feature Turn the camera off and on To receive a GPS signal Proper triangulation is not possible indoors or near tall buildings Use your camera in an open area outside and turn on your camera again It may take several tens of seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information You can shorten the positioning time by using GPS assist data Notes Right after you turn the camera on it may ta
150. pack has reached the end of its life Buy a new battery pack The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry cool place to prolong the battery life 209 paoueApy sjauyg Burjoous aqno The License Notes on the License C Library zlib and libjpeg software are provided in the camera We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications we have an obligation to inform you of the following Please read the following sections Read license3 pdf in the License folder on the CD ROM You will find licenses in English of C Library zlib and libjpeg software THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO i ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD AVC VIDEO AND OR ii DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPL
151. r and the viewfinder MENU button 57 Displays the menu screen for setting up the menu item MOVIE button 33 103 Records movies AEL button 121 AV button 99 E 3 button 51 Q button 50 Fixes the exposure of the entire screen Sets up the aperture value Displays multiple images on the screen simultaneously Scales down an image that has been scaled up when viewing images zr button 138 Focus Zooms in to the center of an image Allows you to check Magnifier button 115 amp the focus by enlarging the image before shooting Scales button 50 an image up when viewing images Fn button 54 55 45 Displays the setup screen of the function that is set using button 146 the Fn button Rotates images Control button Sets up the following functions Display 47 81 144 White Balance 134 Drive mode 46 139 Picture Effect 131 and Autofocus 108 gt button 34 Plays back images button 64 button 35 Displays a shooting tip or In Camera Guide Deletes images Focus mode switch 108 114 Switches the autofocus and manual focus Preview button 97 Checks blurring of the background 53 1811 5002014 Selecting a function with the Fn Function button This button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shooting 1 Press the Fn button 2 Select the desired item with 4 lt gt on
152. r without using PMB When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between the camera and a computer click Open folder to view files gt OK DCIM or MP_ROOT copy the desired images to the computer 176 Connecting the camera to the computer File name Folder The type of file File name DCIM folder JPEG file DSCOLILILILI JPG JPEG file Adobe RGB _DSCOOOUO JPG RAW file DSCOLILILILI ARW RAW file Adobe RGB _DSCOOOO ARW MP ROOT folder MP4 file 1440 x 1080 12M MAHOLILILILI MPA MP4 file VGA 3M MAQOLILILICI MP4 OOOO file number stands for any number within the range of 0001 to 9999 When Quality is set to RAW amp JPEG the numerical portions of the name of a RAW data file and its corresponding JPEG file are the same Notes For operations such as importing AVCHD View movies to the computer use PMB Use PMB to import the movies with GPS location information to a computer SLT A65V only When the camera is connected to the computer if you operate AVCHD View movies or folders from the connected computer images may be damaged or cannot be played Do not delete or copy AVCHD View movies on the memory card from the computer Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer Importing images to the computer Macintosh 1 C
153. rates correctly If the battery charger operates correctly a battery error may have occurred If the battery charger is dirty charging may not be performed successfully Clean the battery charger with dry cloth etc Notes on using the battery pack e Use only an NP FM500H battery pack Note that the NP FM55H NP FM50 and NP FM30 cannot be used The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances Do not expose the battery pack to water The battery pack is not water resistant Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places such as in a car or under direct sunlight Effective use of the battery pack Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings So the time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places and the speed of continuous shooting slows down We recommend that you put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up and insert it in your camera immediately before you start shooting The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash Battery pack Battery charger frequently use continuous shooting often turn the camera on and off frequently or set the LCD monitor brighter Battery life The battery life is limited Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more and as time passes If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably a probable cause is that the battery
154. rmat images 158 Setting the other functions of the camera Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to 1 second or longer Long exposure shooting noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure When noise reduction is in progress a message appears and you cannot take another picture Select On to prioritize the image quality Select Off to prioritize the timing of shooting MENU button 2 Long Exposure NR Select the desired setting Notes When the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama Continuous Advance Priority AE or continuous shooting continuous bracketing Sports Action or Hand held Twilight in Scene Selection or ISO is set to Multi Frame Noise Reduct noise reduction is not performed even when it is set to On When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection you cannot turn off noise reduction The camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high A message may be indicated during the processing and you cannot record images during this processing Normally set it to Normal Select High to reduce the noise Select Low to prioritize the timing of shooting MENU button i 2 High ISO NR Select the desired setting Notes When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep
155. rom the supplied CD ROM Also PMB Launcher is installed from the supplied CD ROM and you can start PMB or other software by using the PMB Launcher Double click the PMB Launcher short cut icon on the computer screen to start PMB Launcher Installing the software Macintosh Log on as Administrator 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer and insert the CD ROM supplied into the CD ROM drive 2 Double click the CD ROM icon 3 Copy the IDC_INST pkg file in the MAC folder to the hard disk icon 4 Double click the IDC_INST pkg file the copy to folder Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation Using Image Data Converter With Image Data Converter you can do the following etc To edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections such as tone curve and sharpness To adjust images with white balance exposure and creative style etc To save the images displayed and edited on a computer You can either save the image as RAW format or save it in the general file format To display and compare RAW JPEG images recorded with this camera To rate the images on a scale of five To set color labels Jayndwod e uo safew furmalA Using the software To use Image Data Converter refer to Help Click Start All Programs Image Data Converter Help gt Image Data Converter Ver 4 Image
156. s To update the GPS assist data by inserting a memory card into the computer Start up GPS Support Tool from g PMB Launcher select the memory card drive from your computer and then update the GPS assist data Insert the memory card that has been updated into the camera GPS Auto Time Cor Your camera maintains correct clock time by using GPS to acquire time information during starting up The time is corrected when the power is turned off MENU button 1 GPS Settings GPS Auto Time Cor On Notes GPS Auto Time Cor is invalid if GPS On Off is set to Off You must set Date Time Setup on the camera before using it 155 paoueApy ay jo dnjag GPS setting SLT A65V only There may be discrepancies of a few seconds Depending on the area it may not function correctly 156 Setting the aspect ratio and image quality Aspect Ratio MENU button i amp 1 Aspect Ratio Select the desired ratio 3 2 A normal ratio 16 9 An HDTV ratio Note This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama MENU button if 1 Quality Select the desired setting RAW RAW File format RAW Records using the RAW compression format This format does not perform any digital processing on the images Select this format to process images on a computer for professional
157. s 127 Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically D Range 128 D RangeOptimizer 128 Auto HDR 129 Setting the image processing AM Picture Effect io 131 Creative Style 132 Adjusting the color tones White balance 134 The fine adjustment screen for color 135 Color Temp Color Filter 136 Custom white balance 136 Zooming in in one step s 138 X Gy Selecting the drive mode 139 Shooting single shot 1139 Cont Shooting 2139 Self timer 140 Bracket Cont Single Bracket 140 WB bracket 142 Remote Cdr 142 Playback The screen displayed for playback mode 144 144 144 146 146 5 Switching the screen during playback List of icons on the histogram display Using the playback functions Rotating an image View Mode Slide Show Playback Display Scrolling panoramic images 146 147 we 147 w 148 149 Protecting images Protect M Deleting images Delete 150 Delete Multiple Img ee 150 Deleting all the images or movies in the same view mode 4 T51 25122 wee 192 152 About playback on TV 3D Viewing Using BRAVIA Sync Setup of the camera GPS setting SLT A65V only we 154 GPS Assist Data 155 GPS Auto Time Cor 155 157 157 Setting the aspect ratio and image qualit Aspect Ratio Quality 1
158. s a plug in power type the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera HDMI terminal 52 152 lt USB terminal 175 When connecting the RM L1AM 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 10 Memory card cover 22 Access lamp 23 o o N o Memory card insertion slot 22 17 eyawed ayy 1 N 18 Identifying parts Battery insertion slot 22 Battery cover 22 Tripod receptacle e Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5 5 mm 7 32 inch You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods with a screw length of 5 5 mm 7 32 inch or longer and attempting to do so may damage the camera Identifying parts DT 18 55mm F3 5 5 6 SAM DT 55 200mm F4 5 6 SAM Supplied with the SLT A65K Supplied with the SLT A65Y A65VY S BM 1 1 3 2 sen EN 6 7 6117 1 Focusing ring operating instructions supplied Zoom ring with the lens Focal length scale Focal length i
159. s does not work during shooting You cannot shoot while the mirror is lifted up 186 Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera try the following solutions Check the items on pages 187 to 195 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Check the following items C Remove the battery pack and insert the battery pack again after about 1 minute and turn on the power cu O Reset the settings page 170 c O Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed As you insert the battery pack use the tip of the battery pack to push the lock lever page 22 e You can use an NP FM500H battery pack only Make sure that the battery is NP FM500H The remaining battery indicator is incorrect or sufficient remaining battery indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly Cannot turn on the camera This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location page 198 The battery pack is discharged Install a charged battery pack page 20 The battery pack is dead page 209 Replace it with a new one Install the battery pack correctly page 22 The power turns off suddenly f you do not operate the camera for given period of time the camera turns to power saving mode and nearly shuts down To cancel the power
160. s so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera When shooting remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks mounting indexes on the lens and camera 9 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position Be sure to put the lens on straight Notes When attaching a lens do not press the lens release button Do not use force when attaching a lens E mount lenses are not compatible with this camera When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided attach the lens onto the tripod using the tripod socket provided to help balance the weight of the lens When carrying the camera with a lens attached hold both the camera and the lens firmly 25 eyawed ayy Attaching a lens Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for the zoom or focus adjustment To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops 2 Attach the caps to the front and rear of the lens and the body cap to the camera Before you attach them remove dust from them A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18 55mm F3 5 5 6 SAM Lens Kit When you store the lens without attaching it to the camera purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC R55 To attach a lens hood It is recommended that you use a lens hood to reduce flar
161. sc Discs you can use with PMB You can use 12 cm discs of following type with PMB For Blu ray disc see page 180 Disc type Features DVD R DVD R DVD R DL Unrewritable DVD RW DVD RW Rewritable Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries regions 181 paoueApy Jayndwo4 Specifying DPOF Using the camera you can specify the still images before you print images at a shop or with your printer Follow the procedure below DPOF specifications are left with images after printing It is recommended that you unspecify them after printing 1 MENU button gt 1 gt Specify Printing DPOF Setup Multiple Img 2 Select the image with lt gt on the control button 3 Check the v mark by pressing the center of the control button To unspecify DPOF select the image again then press the center of the control button 4 Press the MENU button 5 Select Enter with A then press the center of the control button Notes You cannot specify DPOF on RAW data files You cannot specify the number of images to be printed Date Imprint You can date images when printing them The position of the date inside or outside the image character size etc depends on your printer MENU button gt 1 Specify
162. sion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality page 70 Movies recorded with the 601 24M FX 50i 24M FX or 24 24M FX 25p 24M FX setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create an AVCHD disc This conversion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality If you want to keep the original image quality you must store your movies on a Blu ray disc page 180 Creating an AVCHD format disc You can create a high definition image quality HD AVCHD format disc from AVCHD View movies imported to a computer using the supplied software PMB 1 Select the AVCHD View movies you want to write on PMB 2 Click E Create Discs to select Create AVCHD Format Discs The screen used for creating a disc appears For details see PMB Help Notes Install PMB beforehand Still images and MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on the AVCHD format disc It may take a long time to create a disc Playing back AVCHD format disc on a computer You can play back AVCHD format discs using Player for AVCHD that is installed together with PMB To start the software click on Start All Programs PMB PMB Launcher View Player for AVCHD 179 paoueApy Jayndwo4 Creating a movie disc For detailed operations see the Help for Player
163. swallow it Notes on the Memory Stick media used with the camera The types of Memory Stick media that can be used with this camera are as follows However proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all Memory Stick PRO Duo media functions Memory card Memory Stick PRO Duo media Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media Available with your camera Memory Stick Duo media Unavailable with your camera Memory Stick media and Memory Stick PRO media Unavailable with your camera This is equipped with MagicGate function MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology Data recording playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera 2 Supports high speed data transfer using a parallel interface 3 When using Memory Stick PRO Duo media to record movies only those marked with Mark2 can be used Notes on using Memory Stick Micro media sold separately This product is compatible with Memory Stick Micro media M2 M2 is an abbreviation for Memory Stick Micro media To use a Memory Stick Micro media with the camera be sure to insert the Memory Stick Micro media into an M2 Adaptor as large as of Duo size If you insert a Memory Stick Micro media into the camera without an M2 Adaptor as large as of Duo size you might not be able to remove it fro
164. t image quality movies of 1920 x 50p 28M PS 1080 60p 50p 24p 24M FX 24Mbps Records high image quality moves of 1920 x 1080 25p 24M FX 24p 25p This produces a cinema like atmosphere 24p 17M FH 17Mbps Records standard image quality movies of 1920 x 25p 17M FH 1080 24p 25p This produces a cinema like atmosphere File Format MP4 Average File Format bit rate Recording 1440 1080 12 12 Mbps Records movies of 1440 x 1080 VGA 3 Mbps Records movies of VGA size 1080 60i compatible device 1080 50i compatible device 106 Movie recording setup Notes Movies recorded with the 60 28M PS 50p 28M PS setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create a disc This conversion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality Movies recorded with the 601 24M FX 50i 24M FX or 24 24M FX 25p 24M FX setting in Record Setting are converted by PMB in order to create an AVCHD disc This conversion can take a long time Also you cannot create a disc with the original image quality If you want to keep the original image quality you must store your movies on a Blu ray disc To watch 60 50 or 24p 25p movies on a TV you need a TV that is compatible with 60 50 or 24p 25p If you use a non compatible TV the movies are converted to 60i 50i and output to the TV Audio Recording When you record movies
165. the MENU button Release w o Lens 160 Sets whether shutter can open when lens is not attached Enable Disable Auto Cont Shooting 88 Sets whether or not to shoot continuously in AUTO mode Auto Off Auto Image Extract 88 Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in AUTO mode Auto Off 1 wea Grid Line 161 Sets a grid line display to enable alignment to a structural outline Rule of 3rds Grid Square Grid Diag Square Grid Off Auto Review 161 Displays the captured image after shooting Sets auto review 10 Sec 5 Sec 2 Sec Off DISP Button Monitor 81 Allows you to select the available screen display modes of the LCD monitor that can be selected by pressing DISP on the control button Graphic Display Display All Info No Disp Info Level Histogram For viewfinder DISP Button Finder 81 Allows you to select the available screen display modes of the viewfinder that can be selected by pressing DISP on the control button Graphic Display Display All Info No Disp Info Level Histogram Peaking Level 115 Enhances the outline of in focus ranges with a specific color High Mid Low Off Peaking Color 115 Sets the color used for the peaking function Red Yellow White Live View Display 83 Sets whether or not to display the effect of a function on the screen su
166. the control button then press the center to execute The setup screen appears 3 Following the operation guide select and execute the desired 75 function Metering Mode Multi seqment fSelect Exit Operation guide To set up the camera directly from the recording information screen Turn the control dial without pressing the center in step 2 You can set up the camera directly from the recording information screen 54 Functions that can be selected with the Fn Function button The functions that can be selected with the Fn button are as follows Scene Selection 39 89 Selects an appropriate mode from among the Scene Selection preset settings to suit shooting conditions Portrait Sports Action Macro Landscape Sunset Night Scene Hand held Twilight Night Portrait Movie 104 Selects the exposure mode to suit your subject or your effect P A S M Drive Mode 46 139 Sets the drive mode such as continuous shooting Single Shooting Cont Shooting Self timer Bracket Cont Single Bracket WB bracket Remote Cdr Flash Mode 42 124 Sets the flash mode Flash Off Autoflash Fill flash Slow Sync Rear Sync Wireless Autofocus Mode 111 Selects the method for focusing according to movement of the subject Single shot AF Automatic AF Continuous AF AF area 112 Selects the area of focus Wide Zone Spot L
167. thout using a tripod A burst of shots are taken and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur camera shake and noise Reducing blur is less effective even in Hand held Twilight when shooting Subjects with erratic movement Subjects too close to the camera Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles and subjects with little contrast such as sky sandy beach or lawn Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls n the case of Hand held Twilight block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers such as fluorescent lighting amp Night Portrait Shoots portraits in night scenes The shutter speed is slower so using a tripod is recommended Shooting technique When you want finer images set the mode dial to P A S or M and use the creative style function page 132 In such cases you can adjust the exposure ISO etc 90 Selecting the shooting mode Notes Since the camera judges the settings automatically many features will be unavailable such as exposure compensation ISO setting The flash is set to Autoflash or Flash Off for each Scene Selection mode You can change these settings pages 42 124 I1 Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama This mode is suitable for Shooting expansive scenery or high rise buildings with dynamic composition Shooting 3D images with a sense of depths and viewing them using a
168. trol button The camera determines which of the AF areas in the selected zone is used in focusing Press the AF button so that the setup screen appears and then select the desired zone i Spot The camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively is Local Choose the area for which you want to activate the focus from among 15 AF areas with the control button Press the AF button to display the setup screen and select the desired area Notes AF area is fixed to Wide and you cannot select other settings when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection or when the Object Tracking function is being used or the Smile Shutter is activated The AF area may not be illuminated during continuous shooting or when the shutter button is pressed all the way down without pause Object Tracking Keeps the focusing on a moving subject while tracking it The Object Tracking function is set to On in the default setting 112 Adjusting the focus 1 Press the center of the control button on the recording information display A target frame appears To turn off the Object Tracking function press the Fn button then set it to Off 2 Align the target frame with the subject to be tracked and press the center of the control button The camera starts tracking the subject To cancel this tracking feature press the center again
169. tter speed set to BULB the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds It is recommended that you start BULB shooting after the temperature of the camera drops to prevent the quality of the image from deteriorating 102 Movie recording setup Recording movies easily Movie recording can be started from any exposure mode The shutter speed and aperture value are adjusted automatically Press the MOVIE button to start recording page 33 Shooting techniques Start recording after you adjust the focus The following settings that were set during still image shooting can be used ISO White Balance Creative Style Exposure compensation AF area Metering Mode Face Detection Object Tracking D Range optimizer Lens Comp Shading Lens Comp Chro Aber Lens Comp Distortion Picture Effect ISO exposure compensation Object Tracking or AF area can be adjusted during movie recording f you assign AF lock to the AEL button or ISO button you can lock the focus by pressing these buttons in autofocus mode Notes In movie recording mode the recordable area angle of view is narrower than that of still image shooting When the For viewfinder screen is displayed on the LCD monitor the LCD monitor is switched to the Display AII Info screen at the moment movie recording starts 103 paoueApy amp unoous Movie recording setup D
170. tton w SET press the center of the control button 136 Adjusting the color tones White balance 2 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center and then press the shutter button down The shutter clicks and the calibrated values Color Temperature and Color filter are displayed 3 Press the center of the control button The monitor returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained The custom white balance setting registered in this operation is effective until a new setting is registered Note The message Custom WB error indicates that the value is beyond the expected range When the flash is used on a subject in close proximity or a subject with a bright color is in the frame If you register this value the Sa indicator turns yellow on the recording information display You can shoot at this point but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to get a more accurate white balance value To call the custom white balance setting WB on the control button Custom e Press to display the fine adjustment screen and compensate the color to your preference Note If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account Take pictures with the flash in later shootings 137
171. unlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time Be careful when you handle it When the access lamp is lit do not remove the memory card or the battery pack or turn off the power The data may be corrupted Data may be damaged if you place the memory card near strongly magnetized material or use the memory card in a static prone or electrically noisy environment We recommend backing up important data such as to a hard disk of a computer When you carry or store the memory card put it in the case supplied with it Do not expose the memory card to water 206 Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object When the write protect switch of a memory card is set to the LOCK position you cannot perform operations such as recording or deleting images The memory cards formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with this camera Be sure to format the memory cards using the camera Data read write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment used Do not press down hard when you write down on the memo area Do not attach a label on the memory cards themselves Do not disassemble or modify the memory cards Do not leave the memory cards within the reach of small children They might accidentally
172. varies depending on the countries regions Model name Lens SLT A65 A65V SLT A65K DT18 55mm A65VK SLT A65Y DT18 55mm and A65VY DT55 200mm 12 Notes on using your camera Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera page 12 The accessories supplied differ depending on the model The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces Common accessories Camera 1 BC VMIOA Battery charger 1 Power cord mains lead 1 not supplied in the U S A and Canada Rechargeable battery pack NP FM500H 1 g USB cable 1 See I Shoulder strap 1 lt oo Body cap 1 Attached on the camera Eyecup 1 Attached on the camera CD ROM 1 Application Software for a camera amp Handbook This manual nstruction Manual 1 SLT A65K A65VK DT18 55mm zoom lens 1 Front lens cap 1 Packaging lid 1 SLT A65Y A65VY DT18 55mm zoom lens 1 Front lens cap 1 Packaging lid 1 DT55 200mm zoom lens 1 Front lens cap 1 Rear lens cap 1 Lens hood 1 13 eyawed ayy Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation 1 2 3 4 5
173. vel 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 Notes on importing AVCHD View movies to a computer When importing AVCHD View movies to a computer for Windows computers use the PMB software on the CD ROM supplied AVCHD View movies are movies that were recorded in the AVCHD 60i 60p AVCHD 501 50p mode of File Format page 105 Notes when playing movies on other devices This camera uses MPEG 4 AVC H 264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played with the following devices Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High Profile Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format This camera also uses MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording For this reason movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Discs recorded with HD image quality high definition can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices DVD based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs as they are incompatible with the AVCHD for
174. verter is used Metering Mode is fixed to Multi segment and you cannot select other modes When shooting with the flash you can adjust the amount of flash light alone without changing the exposure compensation You can only change the exposure of a main subject which is within the flash range Fn button g Flash Comp Select the desired setting Toward Makes the flash level higher Toward Makes the flash level lower Notes This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama 3D Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash If the subject is very close the lower flash effect may not be visible 122 Adjusting the brightness of the image Exposure compensation and flash compensation Exposure compensation changes the shutter speed aperture and ISO sensitivity when AUTO is selected to perform the compensation Flash compensation only changes the amount of flash light MENU button 2 Flash control Select the desired setting ADI flash This method controls the lighting of the flash factoring in the focus distance information and light metering data from the pre flash This method enables an accurate flash compensation with virtually no effect from the reflection off the subject Pre flash TTL This method controls th
175. were recorded in the AVCHD 601 60 AVCHD 50i 50p mode of File Format 70 Using the software To use PMB refer to PMB Help Double click the shortcut of PMB Help on the desktop Or click Start All Programs gt PMB PMB Help PMB support page English only http www sony co jp pmb se 11 Jayndwod e uo safew furmatA Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies You can create a disc from AVCHD View movies that have been recorded with this camera Depending on the disc type playable devices may vary Select the method that suits your disc player Here 2 ways of creating a disc of movies are described creating a disc with a computer using PMB or creating a disc with devices other than a computer such as a DVD writer Player Disc type Feature Blu ray disc playback BI Using a Blu ray disc enables you to record devices urey high definition image quality HD movies Blu ray disc player Q of a longer duration than DVD discs PlayStation 3 etc AVCHD format High definition image quality HD movies playback devices can be recorded on DVD media such as Sony Blu ray disc AVCHD DVD R discs and a high definition image player PlayStation 3 quality HD disc is created etc You cannot play a high definition image quality HD disc on ordinary DVD players Ordinary DVD playback Standard definition image quality STD devices STD movies co
176. yback on a 3D compatible TV Cont Priority AE 41 93 The camera continues to shoot while the shutter button is pressed fully down The camera records the images continuously at a maximum of about 10 images per second FH Movie 33 103 Allows you to shoot movies with the exposure adjusted manually both the shutter speed and the aperture value P Program Auto 94 Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically both the shutter speed and the aperture value The other settings can be adjusted manually A Aperture Priority 95 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually using the control dial S Shutter Priority 97 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually using the control dial 37 yoalqns 1no yns 0 Gunoous Shooting with the various shooting modes M Manual Exposure 99 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually both the shutter speed and the aperture value using the control dial AUTO 1 Set the mode dial to Auto 2 Point the camera towards the subject When the camera recognizes and adjusts for shooting conditions the following information is indicated recognized scene mode mark appropriate shooting function the number of images to be Recognized scene mode mark Portrait 3Shot Cont Shooting Cont Shooting
177. ze Panorama Size Standard Panorama Direction is set to Up Down 3872 x 2160 Panorama Direction is set to Right Left 8192 x 1856 Wide Panorama Direction is set to Up Down 5536 x 2160 Panorama Direction is set to Right Left 12416 x 1856 48 Setting image size 3D Pan Image Size 16 9 1920 x 1080 Standard 4912 x 1080 Wide 7152 x 1080 49 suoouny Buroous ay Enlarging images A still image can be enlarged for closer examination This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded image 1 Display the image you want to enlarge then press the amp button 2 Zoom the image in or out with the amp button or C button Rotating the control dial switches the image at the same display magnification When you shoot multiple images with the same composition you can compare their focus conditions 3 Select the portion you want to enlarge with A W lt gt on the control button To cancel the enlarged playback Press the center of the control button so that the image returns to the normal size 50 Switching to the display of the image list You can display multiple images on the screen simultaneously Press the g5 button The image index screen is displayed ERE button To return to the single image screen Press the center of the control button when you select the desired image To display the desire

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