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z Using the Zooming/Focusing ring When an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is attached, functions assigned to the Zooming/ Focusing ring change according to the Zooming/Focusing ring (Autofocus) Zoom (DMF (Direct ...) Focus Menu Index 15GB Continued r AF/MF Select Function assigned to the [AF/MF Select] settings (page 66). Table of contents Sample photo Lens E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-3NL/3NY) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this part directly.
z Using the Zooming/Focusing ring When an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is attached, functions assigned to the Zooming/ Focusing ring change according to the Zooming/Focusing ring (Autofocus) Zoom (DMF (Direct ...) Focus Menu Index 15GB Continued r AF/MF Select Function assigned to the [AF/MF Select] settings (page 66). Table of contents Sample photo Lens E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-3NL/3NY) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this part directly.
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...] (max. You can continuously shoot at a rate faster than that of contents Sample photo Spd Priority Cont. approximately 9 images in total*). * When attaching an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (supplied) 1 (Drive Mode) on shooting conditions (Image size, ISO setting, High ISO NR, or the setting of [Lens Comp.: Distortion...
...] (max. You can continuously shoot at a rate faster than that of contents Sample photo Spd Priority Cont. approximately 9 images in total*). * When attaching an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (supplied) 1 (Drive Mode) on shooting conditions (Image size, ISO setting, High ISO NR, or the setting of [Lens Comp.: Distortion...
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... lens hood may block the light of contents Sample photo Menu Flash Mode In dark environments, use the flash when recording movies. • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may be blocked off for a wide angle. Table of the flash. Rear sync shooting allows you trigger the...
... lens hood may block the light of contents Sample photo Menu Flash Mode In dark environments, use the flash when recording movies. • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may be blocked off for a wide angle. Table of the flash. Rear sync shooting allows you trigger the...
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... achieve a sharper focus. Notes • [Autofocus Mode] is attached, functions assigned to the Zooming/ Focusing ring change according to [Single-shot AF]. z Using an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens When an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is fixed to the [AF/MF Select] settings.
... achieve a sharper focus. Notes • [Autofocus Mode] is attached, functions assigned to the Zooming/ Focusing ring change according to [Single-shot AF]. z Using an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens When an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is fixed to the [AF/MF Select] settings.
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...] is 3:2 L: 16M 4912 × 3264 pixels M: 8.4M 3568 × 2368 pixels S: 4.0M 2448 × 1624 pixels Image size when [Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 14M 4912 × 2760 pixels M: 7.1M 3568 × 2000 pixels S: 3.4M 2448 × 1376 pixels Usage guidelines For prints up to A3+ size For...up to A4 size For prints L/2L size Usage guidelines For viewing on a high-definition TV Notes • When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may be cut off . Index 79GB Continued r Vertical: 5536 × 2160 pixels Horizontal: 12416 × 1856 pixels Notes...
...] is 3:2 L: 16M 4912 × 3264 pixels M: 8.4M 3568 × 2368 pixels S: 4.0M 2448 × 1624 pixels Image size when [Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 14M 4912 × 2760 pixels M: 7.1M 3568 × 2000 pixels S: 3.4M 2448 × 1376 pixels Usage guidelines For prints up to A3+ size For...up to A4 size For prints L/2L size Usage guidelines For viewing on a high-definition TV Notes • When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may be cut off . Index 79GB Continued r Vertical: 5536 × 2160 pixels Horizontal: 12416 × 1856 pixels Notes...
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Table of contents Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. 3:2 16:9 Standard aspect ratio. Sample photo Menu Index 81GB Notes • You cannot set this item when shooting in [Sweep Panorama] mode. Suitable for prints. For viewing on a high-definition TV.
Table of contents Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. 3:2 16:9 Standard aspect ratio. Sample photo Menu Index 81GB Notes • You cannot set this item when shooting in [Sweep Panorama] mode. Suitable for prints. For viewing on a high-definition TV.
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Does not compensate for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Notes • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. • Depending on the attached lens (E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS etc.), [Lens Comp.: Distortion] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. Sample photo Menu Index 126GB Table of contents Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion of the screen. Auto Off Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically.
Does not compensate for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Notes • This item is available only with an E-mount lens. • Depending on the attached lens (E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS etc.), [Lens Comp.: Distortion] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. Sample photo Menu Index 126GB Table of contents Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion of the screen. Auto Off Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically.
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Notes • You cannot print RAW images. • When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off. • You cannot print panoramic images depending on images in advance in the playback mode so that you ...
Notes • You cannot print RAW images. • When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off. • You cannot print panoramic images depending on images in advance in the playback mode so that you ...
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... range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be blocked off and try shooting again. When using the flash. • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient light). This is whitish (Flare). Shadows...
... range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be blocked off and try shooting again. When using the flash. • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient light). This is whitish (Flare). Shadows...
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...images shot with the camera include information on images. The message "Set Area/Date/Time." To print RAW images, first convert them to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be printed. Images are printed with Adobe RGB (DCF2.0/Exif2.21 or later), the images are... lower saturation. The color of the image is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Others The lens gets fogged. • Moisture condensation has occurred. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Printing ...
...images shot with the camera include information on images. The message "Set Area/Date/Time." To print RAW images, first convert them to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be printed. Images are printed with Adobe RGB (DCF2.0/Exif2.21 or later), the images are... lower saturation. The color of the image is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Others The lens gets fogged. • Moisture condensation has occurred. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Printing ...
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...) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this part directly. E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-3NL/NEX-3NY) E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with a screw length of the lenses. GB 12 You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to ...
...) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this part directly. E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-3NL/NEX-3NY) E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with a screw length of the lenses. GB 12 You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to ...
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... and the camera. You may not be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a custom-built computer, a modified computer, or charging via a computer: - GB 16 The camera may cause a malfunction. We do not guarantee operation with all computers. z Using your camera and AC Adaptor in any countries/regions where the...
... and the camera. You may not be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a custom-built computer, a modified computer, or charging via a computer: - GB 16 The camera may cause a malfunction. We do not guarantee operation with all computers. z Using your camera and AC Adaptor in any countries/regions where the...
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...-timer Select (Self-timer(Cont)) from (Drive Mode) to [Fine]. approximately 4 images* per second/ max. Shooting), and press the center. GB ** When attaching an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (supplied) 38 The 3-second delay self-timer is fixed at a higher speed Select (Spd Priority Cont.) from continuous recording after...
...-timer Select (Self-timer(Cont)) from (Drive Mode) to [Fine]. approximately 4 images* per second/ max. Shooting), and press the center. GB ** When attaching an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens (supplied) 38 The 3-second delay self-timer is fixed at a higher speed Select (Spd Priority Cont.) from continuous recording after...
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Move the focal length of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. F2.8 F3.5 F5.6 ISO 200 1 m - 2.1 m 1 m - 1.7 m 1 m - 1.1 m (3.3 feet - 6.9 feet) (3.3 feet - 5.5 feet) (3.3 feet - 3.5 feet) ISO 3200 4 m - 8.4 m 3.2 m - 6.8 m 2 m - 4.2 m (13.3 feet - 27.7 feet) (10.6 feet - 22.1 feet) (6.6 feet - 13.8 feet) Notes • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may be blocked off for a wide angle. GB 46 The flash range (approx.) The range of the lens slightly more to the tele side, and shoot from a distance.
Move the focal length of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. F2.8 F3.5 F5.6 ISO 200 1 m - 2.1 m 1 m - 1.7 m 1 m - 1.1 m (3.3 feet - 6.9 feet) (3.3 feet - 5.5 feet) (3.3 feet - 3.5 feet) ISO 3200 4 m - 8.4 m 3.2 m - 6.8 m 2 m - 4.2 m (13.3 feet - 27.7 feet) (10.6 feet - 22.1 feet) (6.6 feet - 13.8 feet) Notes • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may be blocked off for a wide angle. GB 46 The flash range (approx.) The range of the lens slightly more to the tele side, and shoot from a distance.
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...-like atmosphere. The smaller the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is recorded when you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic images, both edges may be recorded. This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Using the recording functions Movie [File Format]: [AVCHD] 60i 24M...
...-like atmosphere. The smaller the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is recorded when you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic images, both edges may be recorded. This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Using the recording functions Movie [File Format]: [AVCHD] 60i 24M...
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... Size Aspect Ratio Quality Panorama Image Size Panorama Direction Movie File Format Record Setting Selects the image size. (3:2: L: 16M/ M: 8.4M/ S: 4.0M) (16:9: L: 14M/ M: 7.1M/ S: 3.4M) Selects the aspect ratio. (3:2/16:9) Selects the compression format. (RAW/RAW & JPEG/Fine/Standard) Selects the image size when shooting panoramic images. (Standard/Wide) Selects the direction...
... Size Aspect Ratio Quality Panorama Image Size Panorama Direction Movie File Format Record Setting Selects the image size. (3:2: L: 16M/ M: 8.4M/ S: 4.0M) (16:9: L: 14M/ M: 7.1M/ S: 3.4M) Selects the aspect ratio. (3:2/16:9) Selects the compression format. (RAW/RAW & JPEG/Fine/Standard) Selects the image size when shooting panoramic images. (Standard/Wide) Selects the direction...
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... 32GB 64GB 3350 2400 640 880 6700 4800 1300 1750 13000 9600 2600 3500 * When [Aspect Ratio] is set the power switch to shoot using Sony standard memory cards for [RAW]). Notes • When "0" (the number of still images that can record more images than the numbers shown in yellow, ...means no memory card has been inserted. Others Checking the number of recordable images Once you insert a memory card into the camera and set to [16:9], you continue to ON, the number of images that can be recorded (should you can be recorded on a memory card Still images The following ...
... 32GB 64GB 3350 2400 640 880 6700 4800 1300 1750 13000 9600 2600 3500 * When [Aspect Ratio] is set the power switch to shoot using Sony standard memory cards for [RAW]). Notes • When "0" (the number of still images that can record more images than the numbers shown in yellow, ...means no memory card has been inserted. Others Checking the number of recordable images Once you insert a memory card into the camera and set to [16:9], you continue to ON, the number of images that can be recorded (should you can be recorded on a memory card Still images The following ...
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...recording (29 minutes) is reached, press the MOVIE button and continue recording. The flash strobes once every two shots. - GB 66 When an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is based on and off . - Approx. 480 images Movie recording Approx. 110 min. - Playback (Still images) Approx.... 400 min. Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). - [LCD Brightness]: [Manual] [±0] • The number of still images is based on a single charge ...
...recording (29 minutes) is reached, press the MOVIE button and continue recording. The flash strobes once every two shots. - GB 66 When an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is based on and off . - Approx. 480 images Movie recording Approx. 110 min. - Playback (Still images) Approx.... 400 min. Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). - [LCD Brightness]: [Manual] [±0] • The number of still images is based on a single charge ...
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... changes with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is whitish (Flare). Blurring of an image shot using the flash. • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may partially appear on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under backlit conditions, and excessive light...
... changes with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is whitish (Flare). Blurring of an image shot using the flash. • When attaching a 16-50 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens (supplied), the flash may partially appear on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under backlit conditions, and excessive light...
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... Micro USB compatible device. [Power] Used battery pack: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 [Power consumption] When using an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5- 5.6 OSS lens*: Approx. 1.9 W * supplied with F2.8 lens) ISO sensitivity (Recommended exposure index): Still... SD card [LCD screen] LCD panel: Wide, 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive Total number of camera: Approx. 16 100 000 pixels [Auto focus system] System: Contrast detection system Sensitivity range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 conversion,... Metering range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 conversion, with NEX-3NL/3NY Others GB 81 ISO 16000 Movies: AUTO, ISO 200 -
... Micro USB compatible device. [Power] Used battery pack: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 [Power consumption] When using an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5- 5.6 OSS lens*: Approx. 1.9 W * supplied with F2.8 lens) ISO sensitivity (Recommended exposure index): Still... SD card [LCD screen] LCD panel: Wide, 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive Total number of camera: Approx. 16 100 000 pixels [Auto focus system] System: Contrast detection system Sensitivity range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 conversion,... Metering range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 conversion, with NEX-3NL/3NY Others GB 81 ISO 16000 Movies: AUTO, ISO 200 -