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4-183-855-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo search Menu search Index NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C GB © 2010 Sony Corporation
4-183-855-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo search Menu search Index NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C GB © 2010 Sony Corporation
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When the lens is removed (NEX-5/5C/3/3C) Index 11GB Continued r A (Playback) button (26) B ON/OFF (Power) switch C Shutter button (23) D Remote sensor (39) E AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp F Speaker G Microphone H Smart Accessory Terminal I Lens J Lens release button K Mount L Image sensor* M Lens contacts* * Do not touch this part directly. Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search Identifying parts NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
When the lens is removed (NEX-5/5C/3/3C) Index 11GB Continued r A (Playback) button (26) B ON/OFF (Power) switch C Shutter button (23) D Remote sensor (39) E AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp F Speaker G Microphone H Smart Accessory Terminal I Lens J Lens release button K Mount L Image sensor* M Lens contacts* * Do not touch this part directly. Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search Identifying parts NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
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Table of contents NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C A (USB) terminal (130) B Hook for shoulder strap C HDMI terminal (123) D Light sensor E LCD monitor F MOVIE button (23) G Control wheel (17) H Soft keys (18) I Image sensor position mark (53) Sample photo Menu search search Index 12GB Continued r
Table of contents NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C A (USB) terminal (130) B Hook for shoulder strap C HDMI terminal (123) D Light sensor E LCD monitor F MOVIE button (23) G Control wheel (17) H Soft keys (18) I Image sensor position mark (53) Sample photo Menu search search Index 12GB Continued r
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... slot G Battery compartment A Screw B Flash C Connector* * Do not touch this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C Flash A Battery/memory card cover B Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of contents
... slot G Battery compartment A Screw B Flash C Connector* * Do not touch this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C Flash A Battery/memory card cover B Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of contents
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... used for assigning file numbers to clean the image sensor. File Number Selects the method used for movie recording. New Folder Creates a new folder. NEX-5C/3C do not have this function. Wide Image Selects a method to play back portrait images. Playback Display Selects the method used to display wide images. Recover...
... used for assigning file numbers to clean the image sensor. File Number Selects the method used for movie recording. New Folder Creates a new folder. NEX-5C/3C do not have this function. Wide Image Selects a method to play back portrait images. Playback Display Selects the method used to display wide images. Recover...
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... Manual Focus). The distance from being enlarged by selecting [Menu] t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t [Off]. You can fix the focus in .) Bottom Top 53GB Continued r NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C 18 mm (23/32 in advance to the distance at which the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the image sensor*. Table...
... Manual Focus). The distance from being enlarged by selecting [Menu] t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t [Off]. You can fix the focus in .) Bottom Top 53GB Continued r NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C 18 mm (23/32 in advance to the distance at which the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the image sensor*. Table...
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... the image quality. Usage guidelines Records with high image quality for viewing on a high-definition TV. 3 Mbps Records in the suitable size for WEB uploads. NEX-3/3C Image size 1280 × 720 (Fine) 1280 × 720 (Standard) VGA (640 × 480) Average bit-rate 9 Mbps 6 Mbps Usage guidelines... for viewing on a highdefinition TV. Note • A telephoto image results except when the [VGA] image size is selected for WEB uploads. NEX-5/5C Image size in [AVCHD] mode (1920 × 1080) Average bit-rate 17 Mbps Image size in the suitable size for movies. Index 64GB...
... the image quality. Usage guidelines Records with high image quality for viewing on a high-definition TV. 3 Mbps Records in the suitable size for WEB uploads. NEX-3/3C Image size 1280 × 720 (Fine) 1280 × 720 (Standard) VGA (640 × 480) Average bit-rate 9 Mbps 6 Mbps Usage guidelines... for viewing on a highdefinition TV. Note • A telephoto image results except when the [VGA] image size is selected for WEB uploads. NEX-5/5C Image size in [AVCHD] mode (1920 × 1080) Average bit-rate 17 Mbps Image size in the suitable size for movies. Index 64GB...
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... + MSDCF. Example: 10000405 (Folder name: 100, date: 04/05/2010) Note • The MP4 movie folder form is as "folder number + ANV01" (NEX-5/5C), or "folder number + MNV01" (NEX-3/3C). Index 117GB Example: 100MSDCF The folder name form is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You cannot change the...
... + MSDCF. Example: 10000405 (Folder name: 100, date: 04/05/2010) Note • The MP4 movie folder form is as "folder number + ANV01" (NEX-5/5C), or "folder number + MNV01" (NEX-3/3C). Index 117GB Example: 100MSDCF The folder name form is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You cannot change the...
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... Eye-Fi card (commercially available). If appears again, the Eye-Fi card may be damaged. • Wi-Fi network communication may be sent. Index 122GB NEX-5C/3C do not have set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. Notes • Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the camera, set up into the...
... Eye-Fi card (commercially available). If appears again, the Eye-Fi card may be damaged. • Wi-Fi network communication may be sent. Index 122GB NEX-5C/3C do not have set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. Notes • Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the camera, set up into the...
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...: For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster NEX-3/3C: For playing/editing the movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster /Intel Core 2 Duo 1.20 GHz or faster) Memory: 512 MB or more (For ... the CD-ROM (supplied) to use of contents Sample photo Menu search search Using with Macintosh computers. Table of images shot with your camera. • Sony Image Data Suite "Image Data Converter SR" "Image Data Lightbox SR" • "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) Note • "PMB" is not compatible with your computer...
...: For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster NEX-3/3C: For playing/editing the movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster /Intel Core 2 Duo 1.20 GHz or faster) Memory: 512 MB or more (For ... the CD-ROM (supplied) to use of contents Sample photo Menu search search Using with Macintosh computers. Table of images shot with your camera. • Sony Image Data Suite "Image Data Converter SR" "Image Data Lightbox SR" • "PMB" (Picture Motion Browser) Note • "PMB" is not compatible with your computer...
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..., Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Rumania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc. On TV color systems NEX-5/5C To view movies shot using this may cause a malfunction. NEX-3/3C The camera automatically detects the color system to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz.
..., Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Rumania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc. On TV color systems NEX-5/5C To view movies shot using this may cause a malfunction. NEX-3/3C The camera automatically detects the color system to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz.
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Table of copyright. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM NEX-3/3C IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE.../OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM 158GB Please read the following . NEX-5/5C 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...
Table of copyright. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM NEX-3/3C IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE.../OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM 158GB Please read the following . NEX-5/5C 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...
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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
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... with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the bottom. NEX-3/3C/ NEX-5/5C Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your...
... with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the bottom. NEX-3/3C/ NEX-5/5C Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your...
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... is used for models NEX-3/3C and NEX-5/5C. The differences between each shooting mode 56 Flash modes available 57 Importing images to the computer Installing the software 58 What you can do ... 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 * NEX-5C/3C are not compatible with the supplied software 60 Creating a movie disc (NEX-5/5C 61 Others Checking the number of recordable images 63 List of icons...
... is used for models NEX-3/3C and NEX-5/5C. The differences between each shooting mode 56 Flash modes available 57 Importing images to the computer Installing the software 58 What you can do ... 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 * NEX-5C/3C are not compatible with the supplied software 60 Creating a movie disc (NEX-5/5C 61 Others Checking the number of recordable images 63 List of icons...
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Preparing the camera Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When the lens is removed (NEX-5/5C/3/3C) GB 12 NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C A (Playback) button (29) B ON/OFF (Power) switch (25) C Shutter button (28) D Remote sensor E AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp F Speaker G Microphone* H Smart accessory terminal (23) I Lens (19) J Lens release button (20) K Mount L Image sensor** M Lens contact** * Do not cover this part during movie recording. ** Do not touch this part directly.
Preparing the camera Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When the lens is removed (NEX-5/5C/3/3C) GB 12 NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C A (Playback) button (29) B ON/OFF (Power) switch (25) C Shutter button (28) D Remote sensor E AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp F Speaker G Microphone* H Smart accessory terminal (23) I Lens (19) J Lens release button (20) K Mount L Image sensor** M Lens contact** * Do not cover this part during movie recording. ** Do not touch this part directly.
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C HDMI terminal (49) D Light sensor E LCD monitor The tilting LCD monitor of the camera allows flexible shooting positions. F MOVIE button (28) G Control wheel (32) H Soft keys (33) I Image sensor position mark GB 13 Preparing the camera NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C A (USB) terminal B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera.
C HDMI terminal (49) D Light sensor E LCD monitor The tilting LCD monitor of the camera allows flexible shooting positions. F MOVIE button (28) G Control wheel (32) H Soft keys (33) I Image sensor position mark GB 13 Preparing the camera NEX-5/5C NEX-3/3C A (USB) terminal B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera.
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You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). C Image sensor position mark D Connection plate cover For using the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) E Access lamp (22) F Memory card insertion slot (21) G Battery compartment (17) GB 14 NEX-5/5C x Flash Preparing the camera NEX-3/3C A Screw B Flash C Connector* * Do not touch this part directly. A Battery/Memory card cover (17, 21) B Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.
You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). C Image sensor position mark D Connection plate cover For using the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) E Access lamp (22) F Memory card insertion slot (21) G Battery compartment (17) GB 14 NEX-5/5C x Flash Preparing the camera NEX-3/3C A Screw B Flash C Connector* * Do not touch this part directly. A Battery/Memory card cover (17, 21) B Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.
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Note GB • The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances. 18 You cannot Low shoot any more image. Preparing the camera x Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the tip of the battery. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack NEX-5/5C all the way while pressing the lock lever with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD monitor. Lock lever NEX-3/3C Lock lever 3 Close the cover. Battery level High "Battery exhausted."
Note GB • The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances. 18 You cannot Low shoot any more image. Preparing the camera x Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the tip of the battery. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack NEX-5/5C all the way while pressing the lock lever with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD monitor. Lock lever NEX-3/3C Lock lever 3 Close the cover. Battery level High "Battery exhausted."
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... lock lever in percent figures is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for the NEX-5H/5CH). Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. NEX-5/5C Lock lever NEX-3/3C Lock lever Attaching/removing the lens The camera will come with the lens attached (except...
... lock lever in percent figures is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for the NEX-5H/5CH). Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. NEX-5/5C Lock lever NEX-3/3C Lock lever Attaching/removing the lens The camera will come with the lens attached (except...