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4-437-008-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index NEX-6/NEX-5R GB © 2012 Sony Corporation
4-437-008-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index NEX-6/NEX-5R GB © 2012 Sony Corporation
α Handbook
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...59) F ON/OFF (Power) switch G AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp H Multi Interface Shoe 1)2) (NEX-6)/Smart Accessory Terminal 2 3) (NEX-5R) I Microphone 4) J Lens K Lens release button L Mount M Image sensor 5) N Lens contacts 5) 1) For details on operation for the Accessory Shoe can also be also attached. A Flash (77) B... Hook for the Smart Accessory Terminal can be used. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Identifying parts NEX-6 NEX-5R When the lens is removed See the pages in parentheses for details on compatible accessories of the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the...
...59) F ON/OFF (Power) switch G AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp H Multi Interface Shoe 1)2) (NEX-6)/Smart Accessory Terminal 2 3) (NEX-5R) I Microphone 4) J Lens K Lens release button L Mount M Image sensor 5) N Lens contacts 5) 1) For details on operation for the Accessory Shoe can also be also attached. A Flash (77) B... Hook for the Smart Accessory Terminal can be used. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Identifying parts NEX-6 NEX-5R When the lens is removed See the pages in parentheses for details on compatible accessories of the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the...
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Menu Index z Using the Zooming/Focusing ring When an E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is dirty, wipe it off with NEX-6L/6Y/5RL/5RY) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts 1) 1) Do not touch this part directly. Lens E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with a soft clean cloth. AF/MF...
Menu Index z Using the Zooming/Focusing ring When an E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is dirty, wipe it off with NEX-6L/6Y/5RL/5RY) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts 1) 1) Do not touch this part directly. Lens E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with a soft clean cloth. AF/MF...
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RK) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts 1) G Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. 18GB Continued r
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RK) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts 1) G Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. 18GB Continued r
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E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-6Y/5RY) Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts 1) F Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. 19GB
E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-6Y/5RY) Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts 1) F Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. 19GB
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... Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the image right after shooting. Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter function. Lens Comp.: Distortion Face Priority Tracking Auto Slow Shutter Movie Audio Rec Wind Noise Reduct. Turns on the grid line that were shot continuously in... movie recording. Sets camera-shake compensation. Sets the noise reduction processing for the NEX-5R) with higher quality than Clear Image Zoom. Sets whether or not to save all the images that helps you look through an ...
... Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the image right after shooting. Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter function. Lens Comp.: Distortion Face Priority Tracking Auto Slow Shutter Movie Audio Rec Wind Noise Reduct. Turns on the grid line that were shot continuously in... movie recording. Sets camera-shake compensation. Sets the noise reduction processing for the NEX-5R) with higher quality than Clear Image Zoom. Sets whether or not to save all the images that helps you look through an ...
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... LCD screen. Selects the folder name format in which the still image is available for NEX-6 only). Selects the language used to HDMI TV. Sets the brightness of the camera and the lens/Mount Adaptor. Enables you touch. Selects the method to use to assign file numbers to...r Index Menu Sample photo Table of the LCD screen. Main Settings Menu start Function Menu Settings MOVIE Button Custom Key Settings Touch Operation (NEX-5R only) Beep Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Help Guide Display Power Save Power Saving Start Time LCD Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Display Color...
... LCD screen. Selects the folder name format in which the still image is available for NEX-6 only). Selects the language used to HDMI TV. Sets the brightness of the camera and the lens/Mount Adaptor. Enables you touch. Selects the method to use to assign file numbers to...r Index Menu Sample photo Table of the LCD screen. Main Settings Menu start Function Menu Settings MOVIE Button Custom Key Settings Touch Operation (NEX-5R only) Beep Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Help Guide Display Power Save Power Saving Start Time LCD Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Display Color...
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... of about 10 images per second). 1 (Drive Mode) on shooting conditions (Image size, ISO setting, High ISO NR, or the setting of [Lens Comp.: Distortion]). • Between continuous shooting frames, an image of [Cont. Notes • You cannot use [Spd Priority Cont.] with the following... [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] - [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set when you are touching the screen (NEX-5R only). Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Shooting] (at a rate faster than that of each frame is pressed. ...
... of about 10 images per second). 1 (Drive Mode) on shooting conditions (Image size, ISO setting, High ISO NR, or the setting of [Lens Comp.: Distortion]). • Between continuous shooting frames, an image of [Cont. Notes • You cannot use [Spd Priority Cont.] with the following... [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] - [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set when you are touching the screen (NEX-5R only). Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Shooting] (at a rate faster than that of each frame is pressed. ...
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... Operate the Remote Commander from the Remote Commander. Menu Index 59GB Refer to the operating instructions supplied with movie shooting. • A lens or hood may cover the remote sensor and prevent the sensor from receiving the light from positions where the light to the remote sensor ... [Off], the START/STOP button (Movie button) on the subject, point the transmitter of the Wireless Remote Commander to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) • The RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander is not compatible with the Wireless Remote Commander. 1 (Drive Mode) on the RMT-DSLR1...
... Operate the Remote Commander from the Remote Commander. Menu Index 59GB Refer to the operating instructions supplied with movie shooting. • A lens or hood may cover the remote sensor and prevent the sensor from receiving the light from positions where the light to the remote sensor ... [Off], the START/STOP button (Movie button) on the subject, point the transmitter of the Wireless Remote Commander to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) • The RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander is not compatible with the Wireless Remote Commander. 1 (Drive Mode) on the RMT-DSLR1...
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...subjects, rather than surroundings. • [Sweep Panorama] recording may be displayed or scrolled correctly. Sample photo Menu Index • When using a zoom lens, it with W side. • Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can lock the focus, exposure, and white...you use it is not suitable when shooting the following situations: - Subjects with a repeating pattern such as the indication on the screen (NEX-5R only). • Panoramic images shot with little contrast such as waves or water falls. - z Playing back scrolling panoramic images You...
...subjects, rather than surroundings. • [Sweep Panorama] recording may be displayed or scrolled correctly. Sample photo Menu Index • When using a zoom lens, it with W side. • Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can lock the focus, exposure, and white...you use it is not suitable when shooting the following situations: - Subjects with a repeating pattern such as the indication on the screen (NEX-5R only). • Panoramic images shot with little contrast such as waves or water falls. - z Playing back scrolling panoramic images You...
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... light of the flash may be used with the flash • The lens hood may be shaded, depending on the lens. • Do not use a commercially available flash with high-voltage synchro terminals or with reverse polarity (NEX-6 only). • Accessories for the existing accessory shoe for A-mount camera...• You cannot use the flash when recording movies. • When an external flash (sold separately) (NEX-6 only). • The [Wireless] setting cannot be blocked by the lens attached. If this happens, it is attached to Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority...
... light of the flash may be used with the flash • The lens hood may be shaded, depending on the lens. • Do not use a commercially available flash with high-voltage synchro terminals or with reverse polarity (NEX-6 only). • Accessories for the existing accessory shoe for A-mount camera...• You cannot use the flash when recording movies. • When an external flash (sold separately) (NEX-6 only). • The [Wireless] setting cannot be blocked by the lens attached. If this happens, it is attached to Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority...
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Adjusts the focus manually. z Using manual focusing effectively "Focus fixing" is convenient when you can prevent the image from the lens contact surface to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.). * The image sensor is the part that converts the light source to a ... (Direct Manual Focus). You can predict the distance to check focus area easier. z Measuring the exact distance to the position of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. NEX-6: NEX-5R: 18 mm (23/32 in.) 18 mm (23/32 in advance to pass. With "Focus fixing," you to the subject. The...
Adjusts the focus manually. z Using manual focusing effectively "Focus fixing" is convenient when you can prevent the image from the lens contact surface to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.). * The image sensor is the part that converts the light source to a ... (Direct Manual Focus). You can predict the distance to check focus area easier. z Measuring the exact distance to the position of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. NEX-6: NEX-5R: 18 mm (23/32 in.) 18 mm (23/32 in advance to pass. With "Focus fixing," you to the subject. The...
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... during movie recording. AF range finder frame (Flexible Spot) Moves the focusing area to focus on a small subject or narrow area by touching the screen (NEX-5R only) (page 38). Index 81GB Continued r The camera uses the AF area located in auto focus mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired... frame AF range finder frame Notes • When this function when it is difficult to other than [Multi], you cannot use an E-mount lens and press the shutter button half way down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the center area. When you started...
... during movie recording. AF range finder frame (Flexible Spot) Moves the focusing area to focus on a small subject or narrow area by touching the screen (NEX-5R only) (page 38). Index 81GB Continued r The camera uses the AF area located in auto focus mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired... frame AF range finder frame Notes • When this function when it is difficult to other than [Multi], you cannot use an E-mount lens and press the shutter button half way down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the center area. When you started...
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...recording Fuzzy white circular spots appear on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under backlit conditions, and excessive light has entered the lens. When the flash has been fired in [Scene Selection] - The date and time are too dark. • If any filter or hood ....: Shading] (page 152). 224GB Continued r Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index The flash does not work. • Pop up the flash (NEX-6) or raise the flash (NEX-5R). • You cannot use a flash with the following recording mode: - [Bracket: Cont.] - [Sweep Panorama] - [Night Scene], [Hand-held Twilight...
...recording Fuzzy white circular spots appear on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under backlit conditions, and excessive light has entered the lens. When the flash has been fired in [Scene Selection] - The date and time are too dark. • If any filter or hood ....: Shading] (page 152). 224GB Continued r Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index The flash does not work. • Pop up the flash (NEX-6) or raise the flash (NEX-5R). • You cannot use a flash with the following recording mode: - [Bracket: Cont.] - [Sweep Panorama] - [Night Scene], [Hand-held Twilight...
Instruction Manual
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Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to the computer Adding functions to the camera Connecting the camera to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on this product and answers to a network Others NEX-6
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to the computer Adding functions to the camera Connecting the camera to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on this product and answers to a network Others NEX-6
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...isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. Operation is in compliance with the essential requirements and other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that this NEX-6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is subject to ...other relevant provisions of the device. To reduce potential radio interference to the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ This product has been tested and found ...
...isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. Operation is in compliance with the essential requirements and other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that this NEX-6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is subject to ...other relevant provisions of the device. To reduce potential radio interference to the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ This product has been tested and found ...
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... is required and Art. 105 indicates when free use , by the Ministerial Decree 28.5.2003, as amended, and Art. 25 (general authorization for the NEX-6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera are applicable in Singapore For customers who purchased their camera from the centre of Ny-Alesund, Svalbard. with respect to the supply to...
... is required and Art. 105 indicates when free use , by the Ministerial Decree 28.5.2003, as amended, and Art. 25 (general authorization for the NEX-6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera are applicable in Singapore For customers who purchased their camera from the centre of Ny-Alesund, Svalbard. with respect to the supply to...
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... model name varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name NEX-6 NEX-6L GB 10 NEX-6Y Lens Not supplied E16 - 50 mm E55 - 210 mm and E16 - 50 mm Viewing images on a TV 53 Checking the functions available Menu list 54 Functions ...
... model name varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name NEX-6 NEX-6L GB 10 NEX-6Y Lens Not supplied E16 - 50 mm E55 - 210 mm and E16 - 50 mm Viewing images on a TV 53 Checking the functions available Menu list 54 Functions ...
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... in parentheses indicates the quantity. Application Software for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) x NEX-6 • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) • Micro USB cable (1) x NEX-6L • E16 - 50 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the camera) • AC adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B/ UB10C/UB10D (1) • Shoulder strap...
... in parentheses indicates the quantity. Application Software for α camera - α Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) x NEX-6 • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) • Micro USB cable (1) x NEX-6L • E16 - 50 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the camera) • AC adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B/ UB10C/UB10D (1) • Shoulder strap...
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...Access lamp (24) C Memory card insertion slot (23) D Battery compartment (16) E Connection plate cover Use this part directly. A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this when using screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). GB 14 E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with a screw length...compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below. Preparing the camera F Tripod socket hole • Use a tripod with NEX-6L/NEX-6Y) • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover.
...Access lamp (24) C Memory card insertion slot (23) D Battery compartment (16) E Connection plate cover Use this part directly. A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this when using screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). GB 14 E PZ 16 - 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with a screw length...compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below. Preparing the camera F Tripod socket hole • Use a tripod with NEX-6L/NEX-6Y) • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover.