Handycam® Handbook
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Read this first Table of your camcorder" (p. 103). Change the screen language before the first use . US Index Black points White, red, blue or green points Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG20H) Lens hood (NEX-VG20H) Built-in color) that is grayed out is not dustproofed,... dripproofed or waterproofed. See "About handling of Contents Search image Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and ...
Read this first Table of your camcorder" (p. 103). Change the screen language before the first use . US Index Black points White, red, blue or green points Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG20H) Lens hood (NEX-VG20H) Built-in color) that is grayed out is not dustproofed,... dripproofed or waterproofed. See "About handling of Contents Search image Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and ...
Handycam® Handbook
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... aperture priority/shutter speed priority/full-manual exposure compensation, and adjust gain, white balance, etc. Interchangeable lens system The camcorder employs the E-mount system for interchangeable lenses developed by processing the signal from the microphone, achieves both realistic sensation and ...and records low-noise and clear sound. The camcorder creates the correct sound localization by Sony. Table of Contents Search image Features of this unit The large-sized image sensor The camcorder is equipped with the NEX-VG20H has an optical camera-shake compensation mechanism (Active...
... aperture priority/shutter speed priority/full-manual exposure compensation, and adjust gain, white balance, etc. Interchangeable lens system The camcorder employs the E-mount system for interchangeable lenses developed by processing the signal from the microphone, achieves both realistic sensation and ...and records low-noise and clear sound. The camcorder creates the correct sound localization by Sony. Table of Contents Search image Features of this unit The large-sized image sensor The camcorder is equipped with the NEX-VG20H has an optical camera-shake compensation mechanism (Active...
Handycam® Handbook
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... this first 3 Notes on use 5 Features of this unit 6 Search image 7 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 12 All models 12 NEX-VG20H 13 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories 14 Attaching the lens 14 Attaching the Wind Screen 14 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 15 Step 4:... The viewfinder 26 Step 7: Inserting a memory card 28 Recording/Playback Recording 30 Recording movies 31 Shooting photos 32 Playback on the camcorder 34 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 36 Viewing photos 37 Playing images on a TV 38 List of connection 38 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 40...
... this first 3 Notes on use 5 Features of this unit 6 Search image 7 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 12 All models 12 NEX-VG20H 13 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories 14 Attaching the lens 14 Attaching the Wind Screen 14 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 15 Step 4:... The viewfinder 26 Step 7: Inserting a memory card 28 Recording/Playback Recording 30 Recording movies 31 Shooting photos 32 Playback on the camcorder 34 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 36 Viewing photos 37 Playing images on a TV 38 List of connection 38 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 40...
Handycam® Handbook
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Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG20H Zoom lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 18) Lens hood (1) (p. 22) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 18) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 18) US 13 Index
Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG20H Zoom lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 18) Lens hood (1) (p. 22) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 18) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 18) US 13 Index
Handycam® Handbook
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The NEX-VG20 does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Attach the Wind Screen with the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. For NEX-VG20H models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Table of purchase. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). US 14 Index Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of Contents Search image Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens.
The NEX-VG20 does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Attach the Wind Screen with the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. For NEX-VG20H models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Table of purchase. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). US 14 Index Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of Contents Search image Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens.
Handycam® Handbook
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... of the lens. If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with that comes with NEX-VG20H (the lens is being extended by its own weight when it is attached to the camcorder at the time of purchase). To unlock it . Turn the zoom ring back toward the W-end, and...; to lock it , set the switch to the original position. **Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from being transported, etc. Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach a lens using the...
... of the lens. If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with that comes with NEX-VG20H (the lens is being extended by its own weight when it is attached to the camcorder at the time of purchase). To unlock it . Turn the zoom ring back toward the W-end, and...; to lock it , set the switch to the original position. **Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from being transported, etc. Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach a lens using the...
Handycam® Handbook
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... setting). Table of Contents to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.). * The image sensor is the part of the camcorder that has more compatibility with NEX-VG20H is 0.3 m (11 7/8 in.) (Wide end) - 0.5 m (19 3/4 in.) (Telephoto end). Tips Pressing FOCUS switches [Auto] [DMF]* [Manual]. * Photos only...
... setting). Table of Contents to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.). * The image sensor is the part of the camcorder that has more compatibility with NEX-VG20H is 0.3 m (11 7/8 in.) (Wide end) - 0.5 m (19 3/4 in.) (Telephoto end). Tips Pressing FOCUS switches [Auto] [DMF]* [Manual]. * Photos only...
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Table of a particular flash unit, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your camcorder. There are certain Sony flashes or functions that cannot be used with each other and be damaged. Auto lock accessory shoe Attach a Sony external flash (sold separately), etc. For the compatibility of Contents Search image Viewfinder... connected, it takes precedence over the built-in ( ) are described here. Parts and controls The illustrations attached the lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) supplied with NEX-VG20H are reference pages.
Table of a particular flash unit, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your camcorder. There are certain Sony flashes or functions that cannot be used with each other and be damaged. Auto lock accessory shoe Attach a Sony external flash (sold separately), etc. For the compatibility of Contents Search image Viewfinder... connected, it takes precedence over the built-in ( ) are described here. Parts and controls The illustrations attached the lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) supplied with NEX-VG20H are reference pages.
Operating Guide
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....99% of time may cause malfunctions. Do not aim at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not affect the recording in any problems. Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be...green in each local language are recorded without any way. Formatting the memory card will be damaged. This may be irrecoverable. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG20H) Lens hood (NEX-VG20H) Built-in low light conditions, such as at dusk. Do not look at the sun.
....99% of time may cause malfunctions. Do not aim at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not affect the recording in any problems. Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be...green in each local language are recorded without any way. Formatting the memory card will be damaged. This may be irrecoverable. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG20H) Lens hood (NEX-VG20H) Built-in low light conditions, such as at dusk. Do not look at the sun.
Operating Guide
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NEX-VG20H Zoom lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 19) Lens hood (1) (p. 23) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 19) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 19) US 14
NEX-VG20H Zoom lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 19) Lens hood (1) (p. 23) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 19) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 19) US 14
Operating Guide
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The NEX-VG20 does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of purchase. US 15 For NEX-VG20H models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Attach the Wind Screen with the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Getting Started Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 19 for information on attaching the lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately).
The NEX-VG20 does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of purchase. US 15 For NEX-VG20H models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Attach the Wind Screen with the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Getting Started Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 19 for information on attaching the lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately).
Operating Guide
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... a lens using the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that comes with that lens. If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with NEX-VG20H (the lens is being transported, etc. Turn the zoom ring back toward the W-end, and slide the switch toward to the original position. ...**Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from being extended by its own weight when it . US 19 Front lens cap Zoom lock switch* Zoom ring Focal...
... a lens using the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that comes with that lens. If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with NEX-VG20H (the lens is being transported, etc. Turn the zoom ring back toward the W-end, and slide the switch toward to the original position. ...**Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from being extended by its own weight when it . US 19 Front lens cap Zoom lock switch* Zoom ring Focal...
Operating Guide
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...; 132 mm 294 mm (4 1/8 in. × 5 1/4 in. × 11 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied E 18200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens* * Supplied with NEX-VG20H Mass (approx.) Camcorder body only: Approx. 645 g (1 lb 6 oz) When recording: Approx. 1 290 g (2 lb 13 oz) (With the accessories lens*, lens hood*, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media...
...; 132 mm 294 mm (4 1/8 in. × 5 1/4 in. × 11 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied E 18200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens* * Supplied with NEX-VG20H Mass (approx.) Camcorder body only: Approx. 645 g (1 lb 6 oz) When recording: Approx. 1 290 g (2 lb 13 oz) (With the accessories lens*, lens hood*, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media...
Operating Guide
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... F3.5-6.3 OSS) supplied with each other and be used with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack When an...is set to the accessory shoe and auto lock accessory shoe simultaneously, the accessories may collide with NEX-VG20H are described here. Quick reference Viewfinder (28) Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (28...a particular flash unit, visit the Sony web site in ( ) are certain Sony flashes or functions that cannot be damaged. Auto lock accessory shoe Attach a Sony external flash (sold separately), etc....
... F3.5-6.3 OSS) supplied with each other and be used with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack When an...is set to the accessory shoe and auto lock accessory shoe simultaneously, the accessories may collide with NEX-VG20H are described here. Quick reference Viewfinder (28) Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (28...a particular flash unit, visit the Sony web site in ( ) are certain Sony flashes or functions that cannot be damaged. Auto lock accessory shoe Attach a Sony external flash (sold separately), etc....
Operating Guide
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...conditions, such as at dusk. Do not look at the sun. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG20H) Lens hood (NEX-VG20H) Built-in microphone The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen and viewfinder are ...manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 26). See "Precautions" (p. 68). Save your important data on the LCD screen. ...
...conditions, such as at dusk. Do not look at the sun. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG20H) Lens hood (NEX-VG20H) Built-in microphone The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen and viewfinder are ...manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 26). See "Precautions" (p. 68). Save your important data on the LCD screen. ...
Operating Guide
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NEX-VG20H Zoom lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 19) Lens hood (1) (p. 23) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 19) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 19) US 14
NEX-VG20H Zoom lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 19) Lens hood (1) (p. 23) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 19) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 19) US 14
Operating Guide
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Getting Started Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 19 for information on attaching the lens. The NEX-VG20 does not come with the Sony logo facing down. For NEX-VG20H models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Attach the Wind Screen with the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of purchase. US 15 Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately).
Getting Started Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 19 for information on attaching the lens. The NEX-VG20 does not come with the Sony logo facing down. For NEX-VG20H models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Attach the Wind Screen with the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of purchase. US 15 Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately).
Operating Guide
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Turn the zoom ring back toward the W-end, and slide the switch toward to lock it is attached to the camcorder at the time of the lens. Front lens cap Zoom lock switch* Zoom ring Focal-length scale Rear lens cap Hood index Focal-length index ... to the instruction manual supplied with that comes with NEX-VG20H (the lens is being transported, etc. To unlock it, set the switch to the original position. **Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from being extended by its...
Turn the zoom ring back toward the W-end, and slide the switch toward to lock it is attached to the camcorder at the time of the lens. Front lens cap Zoom lock switch* Zoom ring Focal-length scale Rear lens cap Hood index Focal-length index ... to the instruction manual supplied with that comes with NEX-VG20H (the lens is being transported, etc. To unlock it, set the switch to the original position. **Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from being extended by its...
Operating Guide
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... 1/8 in. × 5 1/4 in. × 11 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied E 18200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens* * Supplied with NEX-VG20H Mass (approx.) Camcorder body only: Approx. 645 g (1 lb 6 oz) When recording: Approx. 1 290 g (2 lb 13 oz) (With the accessories lens*, lens hood*, "Memory...PRO Duo" media supplied battery pack (NP-FV70), large eyecup and Wind Screen) * Supplied with NEX-VG20H) Lens:E-mount lens When converted to the subject. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to +140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 mm 29 mm...
... 1/8 in. × 5 1/4 in. × 11 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied E 18200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens* * Supplied with NEX-VG20H Mass (approx.) Camcorder body only: Approx. 645 g (1 lb 6 oz) When recording: Approx. 1 290 g (2 lb 13 oz) (With the accessories lens*, lens hood*, "Memory...PRO Duo" media supplied battery pack (NP-FV70), large eyecup and Wind Screen) * Supplied with NEX-VG20H) Lens:E-mount lens When converted to the subject. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to +140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 mm 29 mm...
Operating Guide
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...) is set to [Bracket: 0.3 EV] or [Bracket: 0.7 EV]. For the compatibility of a particular flash unit, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your camcorder. There are described here. The flash does not work when [ Drive Mode] is connected, it takes precedence over the built-in...; Accessory shoe Attach a gun microphone (sold separately), etc. Parts and controls The illustrations attached the lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) supplied with NEX-VG20H are certain Sony flashes or functions that cannot be used with each other and be damaged. Auto lock accessory shoe Attach...
...) is set to [Bracket: 0.3 EV] or [Bracket: 0.7 EV]. For the compatibility of a particular flash unit, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your camcorder. There are described here. The flash does not work when [ Drive Mode] is connected, it takes precedence over the built-in...; Accessory shoe Attach a gun microphone (sold separately), etc. Parts and controls The illustrations attached the lens (E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) supplied with NEX-VG20H are certain Sony flashes or functions that cannot be used with each other and be damaged. Auto lock accessory shoe Attach...