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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). 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 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.
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). 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 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.
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Selects the method used . Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is used to fire the flash. File Format (NEX-5/5C) Image Size Selects the movie recording format, AVCHD or MP4. Exposure Comp. Selects the direction to suit the faces. Index ... as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Precision Dig. Zoom Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Detection Panorama Direction Shooting Tip List DiIsSpPla(yDCisopnlateynCtsontents) Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer,...
Selects the method used . Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is used to fire the flash. File Format (NEX-5/5C) Image Size Selects the movie recording format, AVCHD or MP4. Exposure Comp. Selects the direction to suit the faces. Index ... as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Precision Dig. Zoom Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Detection Panorama Direction Shooting Tip List DiIsSpPla(yDCisopnlateynCtsontents) Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer,...
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... with the supplied software "PMB." • Panoramic images shot with greatly varied shapes or scenery is in the same direction as possible • When using a zoom lens, it is better suited for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the center of the image, then...
... with the supplied software "PMB." • Panoramic images shot with greatly varied shapes or scenery is in the same direction as possible • When using a zoom lens, it is better suited for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the center of the image, then...
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..., the image quality deteriorates compared to ten times. 4 To stop zooming, press [Exit]. Zoom When a single focus lens is canceled, the image on the center portion. 1 Attach a single focus lens. 2 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Precision Dig. Zoom]. 3 Turn the control wheel and decide the zoom rate. Zoom] is working, zooming is attached, you press the MOVIE button when [Precision Dig...
..., the image quality deteriorates compared to ten times. 4 To stop zooming, press [Exit]. Zoom When a single focus lens is canceled, the image on the center portion. 1 Attach a single focus lens. 2 [Menu] t [Camera] t [Precision Dig. Zoom]. 3 Turn the control wheel and decide the zoom rate. Zoom] is working, zooming is attached, you press the MOVIE button when [Precision Dig...
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... to [Multi]. • Up to automatically focus on. (Child Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on . Index 58GB Movie recording - [Sweep Panorama] - [Manualfocus] - [Precision Dig. Zoom]. • You can select [Face Detection] only when [Autofocus Area] is set to [Multi], and [Metering Mode] is to eight faces of your subjects can...
... to [Multi]. • Up to automatically focus on. (Child Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on . Index 58GB Movie recording - [Sweep Panorama] - [Manualfocus] - [Precision Dig. Zoom]. • You can select [Face Detection] only when [Autofocus Area] is set to [Multi], and [Metering Mode] is to eight faces of your subjects can...
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... Shutter shooting, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode. 3 To exit Smile Shutter mode, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [Off]. Index 59GB Zoom] • Unless the subject is not released, even if the smile level exceeds the b point. Face Detection frame Smile Detection indicator Notes • You cannot...
... Shutter shooting, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode. 3 To exit Smile Shutter mode, [Menu] t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [Off]. Index 59GB Zoom] • Unless the subject is not released, even if the smile level exceeds the b point. Face Detection frame Smile Detection indicator Notes • You cannot...
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... the exposure. 1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Metering Mode] t desired mode. (Multi) (Center) (Spot) Measures light on the subject. Movie recording - [Intelligent Auto] - [Scene Selection] - [Precision Dig. Zoom] - [Smile Shutter] Index 71GB This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is selected when using the following functions: - Spot metering...
... the exposure. 1 [Menu] t [Brightness/Color] t [Metering Mode] t desired mode. (Multi) (Center) (Spot) Measures light on the subject. Movie recording - [Intelligent Auto] - [Scene Selection] - [Precision Dig. Zoom] - [Smile Shutter] Index 71GB This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is selected when using the following functions: - Spot metering...
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... • You cannot use [MF Assist] with the following functions: - The image is attached, pressing [MF Assist] (soft key) will enlarge the image. Zoom] • When an A-mount lens (sold separately) is enlarged by 14 times. On Enlarges the image. Index 92GB Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search MF Assist...
... • You cannot use [MF Assist] with the following functions: - The image is attached, pressing [MF Assist] (soft key) will enlarge the image. Zoom] • When an A-mount lens (sold separately) is enlarged by 14 times. On Enlarges the image. Index 92GB Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search MF Assist...
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.... • Activate the Red Eye Reduction function (page 88). • Get close to the subject, and shoot the subject within the flash range using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The image is blurred. • The picture was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the... lens. Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood, the filter or the hood may cause the periphery of the image ...
.... • Activate the Red Eye Reduction function (page 88). • Get close to the subject, and shoot the subject within the flash range using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The image is blurred. • The picture was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the... lens. Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood, the filter or the hood may cause the periphery of the image ...
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... 43 Night View 43 P Panorama 46 Panorama Direction 61 Playback 26 Playback Display 108 Playback on TV 123 Playback zoom 26 PMB 129 PMB Launcher 127 Portrait 43 Power Save 104 Precision Dig. Zoom 57 Preset white balance 70 Print 136 Program Auto 52 Protect 83 Q Quality 66 R RAW 66 Rear Sync...
... 43 Night View 43 P Panorama 46 Panorama Direction 61 Playback 26 Playback Display 108 Playback on TV 123 Playback zoom 26 PMB 129 PMB Launcher 127 Portrait 43 Power Save 104 Precision Dig. Zoom 57 Preset white balance 70 Print 136 Program Auto 52 Protect 83 Q Quality 66 R RAW 66 Rear Sync...
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.... • [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be stopped. Subjects are too close to the end, following situations: - Subjects with T side of a zoom lens, a gray area may occur more often, or shooting may not be taken. You should pan the camera slower with the telephoto side of 3D panoramic...If you shoot a 3D image with constant change the lock angle and shoot again. • [3D Sweep Panorama] is recommended to use a zoom lens with W side. • The camera continues shooting during [3D Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the subject...
.... • [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be stopped. Subjects are too close to the end, following situations: - Subjects with T side of a zoom lens, a gray area may occur more often, or shooting may not be taken. You should pan the camera slower with the telephoto side of 3D panoramic...If you shoot a 3D image with constant change the lock angle and shoot again. • [3D Sweep Panorama] is recommended to use a zoom lens with W side. • The camera continues shooting during [3D Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the subject...
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Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera. • When using a zoom lens, it is recommended to use it with W side. 5GB You should pan at a constant speed in a bright place, such as outdoors. • Determine the scene ...
Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera. • When using a zoom lens, it is recommended to use it with W side. 5GB You should pan at a constant speed in a bright place, such as outdoors. • Determine the scene ...
Instruction Manual
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... your camera (page 9). and Canada) x NEX-5A/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 to the camera)/Lens hood (1) • USB cable (1) •...
... your camera (page 9). and Canada) x NEX-5A/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 to the camera)/Lens hood (1) • USB cable (1) •...
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Preparing the camera x NEX-5K/5CK/3K/3CK • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) GB 11
Preparing the camera x NEX-5K/5CK/3K/3CK • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) GB 11
Instruction Manual
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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. GB 15 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. 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. GB 15 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. x Lens On the E18 - 200 mm lens, refer to the instruction manual of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied).
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...) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 Set the power switch to ON to the subject. Zoom ring Mastering the basic operation GB 27 When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD monitor: (Night... View), (Tripod Night View), (Night Portrait), (Backlight), (Backlight Scene Recognition icon and guide Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape), or (Macro). 3 When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring, then decide on the camera. 2 Point the camera to turn on your shot.
...) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 Set the power switch to ON to the subject. Zoom ring Mastering the basic operation GB 27 When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD monitor: (Night... View), (Tripod Night View), (Night Portrait), (Backlight), (Backlight Scene Recognition icon and guide Portrait), (Portrait), (Landscape), or (Macro). 3 When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring, then decide on the camera. 2 Point the camera to turn on your shot.
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Switches the information to be focused on the shooting screen. (Display Info./No Disp. Basic Info) * NEX-5/5C only Checking the functions available GB 51 Detects people's faces automatically, and adjusts focus and exposure to suit the faces. (Off/Auto/Child ... Selects the area to be displayed on . (Multi/Center/Flexible Spot) Selects the autofocus method. (Single-shot AF/Continuous AF) Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is used. Info./Disp. x Camera Allows you to access all shooting tips. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Precision...
Switches the information to be focused on the shooting screen. (Display Info./No Disp. Basic Info) * NEX-5/5C only Checking the functions available GB 51 Detects people's faces automatically, and adjusts focus and exposure to suit the faces. (Off/Auto/Child ... Selects the area to be displayed on . (Multi/Center/Flexible Spot) Selects the autofocus method. (Single-shot AF/Continuous AF) Sets the digital zoom when a single focus lens is used. Info./Disp. x Camera Allows you to access all shooting tips. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Precision...
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... the LCD monitor. • This is whitish (Flare). The exposure value is flashing on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was recorded using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The eyes of light appears on the LCD monitor. • The subject is used, take it off and try shooting again. The image is... an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. Viewing images Images cannot be played back. • The folder/file name has been changed on the image.
... the LCD monitor. • This is whitish (Flare). The exposure value is flashing on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was recorded using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The eyes of light appears on the LCD monitor. • The subject is used, take it off and try shooting again. The image is... an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. Viewing images Images cannot be played back. • The folder/file name has been changed on the image.
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...for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). f/32 Filter diameter (mm) 49 49 Dimensions (max. 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 view*1 Minimum focus*2 (m (feet...
...for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of the E18 - 200 mm lens (supplied). f/32 Filter diameter (mm) 49 49 Dimensions (max. 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 view*1 Minimum focus*2 (m (feet...
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... 53 Sunset 40 Sweep Panorama 41 U Upload Settings 55 USB Connection 55 V Version 55 Volume Settings 53 W White Balance 52 Wide Image 55 Windows 58 Zoom 51 Program Auto 39 Protect 53 Q Quality 52 R Recover Image DB 55 Red Eye Reduction 53 Release w/oLens 54 Reset Default 55 GB Rotate 53... 54 N New Folder 55 Night Portrait 40 Night View 40 P Panorama 41 Panorama Direction 51 Playback 29 Playback Display 55 Playback on TV 49 Playback zoom 47 PMB 60 Portrait 40 Power Save 54 Precision Dig.
... 53 Sunset 40 Sweep Panorama 41 U Upload Settings 55 USB Connection 55 V Version 55 Volume Settings 53 W White Balance 52 Wide Image 55 Windows 58 Zoom 51 Program Auto 39 Protect 53 Q Quality 52 R Recover Image DB 55 Red Eye Reduction 53 Release w/oLens 54 Reset Default 55 GB Rotate 53... 54 N New Folder 55 Night Portrait 40 Night View 40 P Panorama 41 Panorama Direction 51 Playback 29 Playback Display 55 Playback on TV 49 Playback zoom 47 PMB 60 Portrait 40 Power Save 54 Precision Dig.