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E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5D/5CD/5K/5CK/3D/ 3CD/3K/3CK) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. 14GB Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search Index Lens On the E18 - 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly.
E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5D/5CD/5K/5CK/3D/ 3CD/3K/3CK) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. 14GB Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search Index Lens On the E18 - 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly.
α Handbook
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... ratio. Sets the ISO sensitivity. 20GB Continued r Selects the direction to suit the faces. Selects the aspect ratio. File Format (NEX-5/5C) Image Size Selects the movie recording format, AVCHD or MP4. Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is used ... Tip List DiIsSpPla(yDCisopnlateynCtsontents) Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting. Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. Selects the method used . Index Image Size Allows you to fire the flash. Selects the autofocus method. Each time the camera...
... ratio. Sets the ISO sensitivity. 20GB Continued r Selects the direction to suit the faces. Selects the aspect ratio. File Format (NEX-5/5C) Image Size Selects the movie recording format, AVCHD or MP4. Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is used ... Tip List DiIsSpPla(yDCisopnlateynCtsontents) Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting. Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. Selects the method used . Index Image Size Allows you to fire the flash. Selects the autofocus method. Each time the camera...
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...BULB]. • If the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is used with long exposure. As long as fireworks. z Using the Remote Commander (NEX-5/5C) Pressing the SHUTTER button on the control wheel, and select [Remote Cdr.] t [On]. 49GB To use a tripod. • The longer the ... shake tends to occur more conspicuous the noise on the Wireless Remote Commander. Sample photo Menu search search Index 1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel to select shutter speed. 3 Turn the control wheel to the left until [BULB] is indicated. [...
...BULB]. • If the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is used with long exposure. As long as fireworks. z Using the Remote Commander (NEX-5/5C) Pressing the SHUTTER button on the control wheel, and select [Remote Cdr.] t [On]. 49GB To use a tripod. • The longer the ... shake tends to occur more conspicuous the noise on the Wireless Remote Commander. Sample photo Menu search search Index 1 [Menu] t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel to select shutter speed. 3 Turn the control wheel to the left until [BULB] is indicated. [...
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Table of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. z Using manual focusing effectively "Focus fixing" is enlarged automatically to enable you to check focus area easier. NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C 18 mm (23/32 in advance to pass. Turn the focusing ring right or left to the subject. You... can predict the distance to make fine focus adjustment manually (Direct Manual Focus). Make sure you measure the exact ...
Table of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. z Using manual focusing effectively "Focus fixing" is enlarged automatically to enable you to check focus area easier. NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C 18 mm (23/32 in advance to pass. Turn the focusing ring right or left to the subject. You... can predict the distance to make fine focus adjustment manually (Direct Manual Focus). Make sure you measure the exact ...
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NEX-5C/3C do not have set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. Upload standby. Notes • Eye-Fi cards can...the first time, copy the install file of Eye-Fi manager recorded on the Eye-Fi card. 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 , ...the Eye-Fi card you have this function. 1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Upload Settings] t desired setting. For details, refer to the manual supplied with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. • Do not use an Eye-Fi card inserted in the countries...
NEX-5C/3C do not have set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. Upload standby. Notes • Eye-Fi cards can...the first time, copy the install file of Eye-Fi manager recorded on the Eye-Fi card. 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 , ...the Eye-Fi card you have this function. 1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Upload Settings] t desired setting. For details, refer to the manual supplied with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. • Do not use an Eye-Fi card inserted in the countries...
3D functions provided by firmware update 02
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NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5C The 3D functions provided by this firmware update are described in this booklet. Please refer to the "Instruction Manual" and the "α Handbook" contained on the supplied CD-ROM. © 2010 Sony Corporation A-DRG-100-12(1)
NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5C The 3D functions provided by this firmware update are described in this booklet. Please refer to the "Instruction Manual" and the "α Handbook" contained on the supplied CD-ROM. © 2010 Sony Corporation A-DRG-100-12(1)
Instruction Manual
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Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2010 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-3/NEX-5 4-183-856-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on this product and answers to the computer Others NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C E-mount
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2010 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-3/NEX-5 4-183-856-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on this product and answers to the computer Others NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C E-mount
Instruction Manual
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... This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. For Customers in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. GB 4 Operation is an internationally.... Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. UL is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)...
... This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. For Customers in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. GB 4 Operation is an internationally.... Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. UL is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)...
Instruction Manual
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...; Handbook 68 Troubleshooting 69 Precautions 73 Specifications 76 Index 81 This instruction manual is used for illustrations in this manual, unless otherwise specified. Checking the functions available Menu list 50 Functions available for each model are as follows: Model NEX-5/5C* NEX-3/3C* Movie file format AVCHD**/MPEG-4 MPEG-4 Remote control Available Not available...
...; Handbook 68 Troubleshooting 69 Precautions 73 Specifications 76 Index 81 This instruction manual is used for illustrations in this manual, unless otherwise specified. Checking the functions available Menu list 50 Functions available for each model are as follows: Model NEX-5/5C* NEX-3/3C* Movie file format AVCHD**/MPEG-4 MPEG-4 Remote control Available Not available...
Instruction Manual
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The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. Model name NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA NEX-5D/5CD/3D/3CD NEX-5H/5CH NEX-5K/5CK/3K/3CK Lens E16 mm E18 - 55 mm and E16 mm E18 - 200 mm E18 - 55 mm GB 9 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.
The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. Model name NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA NEX-5D/5CD/3D/3CD NEX-5H/5CH NEX-5K/5CK/3K/3CK Lens E16 mm E18 - 55 mm and E16 mm E18 - 200 mm E18 - 55 mm GB 9 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.
Instruction Manual
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...5CA/3A/3CA • E16 mm single focus lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) x NEX-5D/5CD/3D/3CD • E16 mm single focus lens/Lens cap/Lens rear cap (1) • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens/Lens cap (1) (attached ...Lens hood (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) x NEX-5H/5CH • E18 - 200 mm zoom lens/Lens cap/Lens rear cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) • Extender for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in ...
...5CA/3A/3CA • E16 mm single focus lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) x NEX-5D/5CD/3D/3CD • E16 mm single focus lens/Lens cap/Lens rear cap (1) • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens/Lens cap (1) (attached ...Lens hood (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) x NEX-5H/5CH • E18 - 200 mm zoom lens/Lens cap/Lens rear cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) • Extender for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in ...
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E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5D/ 5CD/5K/5CK/3D/3CD/3K/ 3CK) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. GB 15 x Lens On the E18 - 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). Preparing the camera A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5D/ 5CD/5K/5CK/3D/3CD/3K/ 3CK) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. GB 15 x Lens On the E18 - 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). Preparing the camera A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
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Basic Info) * NEX-5/5C only Checking the functions available GB 51 Info./Disp. Detects people's faces automatically, and adjusts focus and exposure to suit the faces. (Off/Auto/... digital zoom when a single focus lens is used to fire the flash. (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manualfocus) Selects the area to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Switches the information to access all...
Basic Info) * NEX-5/5C only Checking the functions available GB 51 Info./Disp. Detects people's faces automatically, and adjusts focus and exposure to suit the faces. (Off/Auto/... digital zoom when a single focus lens is used to fire the flash. (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. (Autofocus/DMF/Manualfocus) Selects the area to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Switches the information to access all...
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... you purchased the card. Detection - - - - - - - - - - Intelligent Auto - Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you cannot use depend on the screen. Continuous Face Adv. NEX-5C/3C do not have this function. indicates the function not available. Use Eye-Fi cards in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Shoot...
... you purchased the card. Detection - - - - - - - - - - Intelligent Auto - Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you cannot use depend on the screen. Continuous Face Adv. NEX-5C/3C do not have this function. indicates the function not available. Use Eye-Fi cards in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Shoot...
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... are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. *2 Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the instruction manual of view*1 Minimum focus*2 (m (feet)) 5-5 83° 0.24 (0.79) 9-11 76° - 29° 0.25 (0.82) Maximum magnification 0.078 0.3 (×) Minimum f-stop f/...22 f/22 - GB 78 Lens E16 mm single focus lens E18 - 55 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-5A/5CA/5D/5CD/ NEX-5D/5CD/5K/5CK/ 3A/3CA/3D/3CD 3D/3CD/3K/3CK Equivalent 24 35 mm-format focal length*1 (mm) 27 - 82.5 Lens groups-elements Angle of the ...
... are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. *2 Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the instruction manual of view*1 Minimum focus*2 (m (feet)) 5-5 83° 0.24 (0.79) 9-11 76° - 29° 0.25 (0.82) Maximum magnification 0.078 0.3 (×) Minimum f-stop f/...22 f/22 - GB 78 Lens E16 mm single focus lens E18 - 55 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-5A/5CA/5D/5CD/ NEX-5D/5CD/5K/5CK/ 3A/3CA/3D/3CD 3D/3CD/3K/3CK Equivalent 24 35 mm-format focal length*1 (mm) 27 - 82.5 Lens groups-elements Angle of the ...
New functions provided by firmware update 03
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Please refer to the "Instruction Manual," and the "α Handbook" contained on the supplied CD-ROM. © 2010 Sony Corporation A-DTQ-100-11(1) NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5C The new functions provided by this firmware update and their respective operations are described here.
Please refer to the "Instruction Manual," and the "α Handbook" contained on the supplied CD-ROM. © 2010 Sony Corporation A-DTQ-100-11(1) NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5C The new functions provided by this firmware update and their respective operations are described here.