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Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual A-mount Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on a computer Printing images Others Index
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual A-mount Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on a computer Printing images Others Index
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... (white, red, blue or green in a cold location. These flickers are included. 7 Note on the LCD monitor, electronic viewfinder, lens, and image sensor • The LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder are operational for contents of the recording The contents of the pixels are ...expert, such as a pediatric or ophthalmic doctor. When you watch 3D-images, please consult with the camera. No compensation for effective use Sony lenses/accessories* designed to the operating instructions of other medium. If sunlight is focused on the screen. When the camera warms up ) ...
... (white, red, blue or green in a cold location. These flickers are included. 7 Note on the LCD monitor, electronic viewfinder, lens, and image sensor • The LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder are operational for contents of the recording The contents of the pixels are ...expert, such as a pediatric or ophthalmic doctor. When you watch 3D-images, please consult with the camera. No compensation for effective use Sony lenses/accessories* designed to the operating instructions of other medium. If sunlight is focused on the screen. When the camera warms up ) ...
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... your camera 7 Checking the accessories supplied 13 Identifying parts 14 Charging the battery pack 19 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 21 Attaching a lens 27 Preparing the camera 30 Using the accessories supplied 32 Checking the number of recordable images 34 Cleaning 36 Screen indicators 40 Switching the screen...
... your camera 7 Checking the accessories supplied 13 Identifying parts 14 Charging the battery pack 19 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 21 Attaching a lens 27 Preparing the camera 30 Using the accessories supplied 32 Checking the number of recordable images 34 Cleaning 36 Screen indicators 40 Switching the screen...
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...; CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) SLT-A35K • DT18-55mm zoom lens/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A35Y • DT18-55mm zoom lens/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) • DT55-200mm zoom lens/Front lens cap /Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1) 13 Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The...
...; CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) SLT-A35K • DT18-55mm zoom lens/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A35Y • DT18-55mm zoom lens/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) • DT55-200mm zoom lens/Front lens cap /Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1) 13 Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The...
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Identifying parts See the pages in flash* (99) J Microphone** K Mode dial (60 - 84) L (Flash pop-up) button (99) M Lens release button (28) 14 N Focus mode switch (89, 94) * Do not directly touch these parts. ** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Front side A Shutter button (60) B Power switch (30) C Control dial (77) D Self-timer lamp (120) E Lens contacts* F Mirror* G Preview button (78) H Mount I Built-in parentheses for details of operation.
Identifying parts See the pages in flash* (99) J Microphone** K Mode dial (60 - 84) L (Flash pop-up) button (99) M Lens release button (28) 14 N Focus mode switch (89, 94) * Do not directly touch these parts. ** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Front side A Shutter button (60) B Power switch (30) C Control dial (77) D Self-timer lamp (120) E Lens contacts* F Mirror* G Preview button (78) H Mount I Built-in parentheses for details of operation.
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Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A35K/A35Y) DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A35Y) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts F Focusing mode switch G Mounting index • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM are designed for Sony Amount cameras (models equipped with the lens. 18 You cannot use these lens on 35mm-format cameras. • For the lenses other than DT 1855mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55200mm F4-5.6 SAM, refer to the operating instructions supplied with an APS-C sized image sensor).
Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A35K/A35Y) DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A35Y) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts F Focusing mode switch G Mounting index • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM are designed for Sony Amount cameras (models equipped with the lens. 18 You cannot use these lens on 35mm-format cameras. • For the lenses other than DT 1855mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55200mm F4-5.6 SAM, refer to the operating instructions supplied with an APS-C sized image sensor).
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... Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera. • When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided, attach the lens onto the tripod using the tripod ... from getting inside the camera. • When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from the rear of the lens. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on straight. Preparing the camera Attaching...
... Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera. • When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided, attach the lens onto the tripod using the tripod ... from getting inside the camera. • When shooting, remove the front lens cap from the front of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from the rear of the lens. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on straight. Preparing the camera Attaching...
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...-SH108 (sold separately). • When using a built-in and turn over the lens hood and place it stops. 2 Attach the caps to the front and rear of the lens that protrudes when zooming or focusing. Lens release button To attach a lens hood It is not included with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM... Lens Kit. To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in camera flash, make sure to...
...-SH108 (sold separately). • When using a built-in and turn over the lens hood and place it stops. 2 Attach the caps to the front and rear of the lens that protrudes when zooming or focusing. Lens release button To attach a lens hood It is not included with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM... Lens Kit. To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in camera flash, make sure to...
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... of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the image sensor Clean the image sensor using [Cleaning Mode] in the... (page 37). Setup menu Preparing the camera 29 The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from dusty locations when attaching/removing a lens.
... of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the image sensor Clean the image sensor using [Cleaning Mode] in the... (page 37). Setup menu Preparing the camera 29 The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from dusty locations when attaching/removing a lens.
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...blower*. Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as they may damage the finish or the casing. - Do not spray lens cleaning solution directly onto the lens surface. 36 Do not touch the camera with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Do not leave the camera in a spiral pattern ... or around the mirror may cause a malfunction. • Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with lens cleaning solution. Chemical products such as lens contacts, or the mirror. In case of dust that sticks to the outside.
...blower*. Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as they may damage the finish or the casing. - Do not spray lens cleaning solution directly onto the lens surface. 36 Do not touch the camera with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Do not leave the camera in a spiral pattern ... or around the mirror may cause a malfunction. • Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with lens cleaning solution. Chemical products such as lens contacts, or the mirror. In case of dust that sticks to the outside.
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... lift up the mirror. • Be careful not to 4 of "To clean the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera." 2 Detach the lens (page 28). 3 Push the V mark on the mirror lock lever with v, and press the center of the mirror. The image sensor vibrates for a short time...
... lift up the mirror. • Be careful not to 4 of "To clean the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera." 2 Detach the lens (page 28). 3 Push the V mark on the mirror lock lever with v, and press the center of the mirror. The image sensor vibrates for a short time...
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Otherwise, the lens may be scratched or this may be the cause of the mirror using a blower. 5 After the cleaning is ...downward to touch the surface of the mirror. • Lower the mirror down until it locks firmly. 6 Attach the lens and turn the camera off. • Confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the... lens. Also, if the mirror is not locked down firmly when you attach the lens. Be careful not to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. Preparing the camera...
Otherwise, the lens may be scratched or this may be the cause of the mirror using a blower. 5 After the cleaning is ...downward to touch the surface of the mirror. • Lower the mirror down until it locks firmly. 6 Attach the lens and turn the camera off. • Confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the... lens. Also, if the mirror is not locked down firmly when you attach the lens. Be careful not to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. Preparing the camera...
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Sets the operation method of the lens. Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during shooting. Custom menu Eye-Start AF (40) FINDER/LCD Setting (153) AEL button (148) Focus Hold Button (148) Focus ... the functions used with the Focus Magnifier feature. Sets whether or not to assign the (Delete) button to use . Sets whether shutter can open when lens is not attached. 52 Sets the function of the focus hold button of the AE lock button for switching between the viewfinder and LCD monitor...
Sets the operation method of the lens. Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during shooting. Custom menu Eye-Start AF (40) FINDER/LCD Setting (153) AEL button (148) Focus Hold Button (148) Focus ... the functions used with the Focus Magnifier feature. Sets whether or not to assign the (Delete) button to use . Sets whether shutter can open when lens is not attached. 52 Sets the function of the focus hold button of the AE lock button for switching between the viewfinder and LCD monitor...
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Correct posture Stabilize your feet shoulder-width apart. 57 Shooting images Shooting an image without camera shake "Camera shake" refers to unwanted movement of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens. Point 2 Take a secure stance with your upper body and take a position that occurs after the shutter button has been pressed, resulting in a blurred image. To reduce camera shake, follow the instructions below. In LCD monitor mode In viewfinder mode Shooting images Point 1 One hand holds the grip of the camera that keeps the camera from moving.
Correct posture Stabilize your feet shoulder-width apart. 57 Shooting images Shooting an image without camera shake "Camera shake" refers to unwanted movement of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens. Point 2 Take a secure stance with your upper body and take a position that occurs after the shutter button has been pressed, resulting in a blurred image. To reduce camera shake, follow the instructions below. In LCD monitor mode In viewfinder mode Shooting images Point 1 One hand holds the grip of the camera that keeps the camera from moving.
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... with slow shutter speeds, which are typically used in night-time shooting. • Shooting a close subject, such as in macro shooting. • Shooting with a telescopic lens. Note • When using a tripod, deactivate the SteadyShot function because there is a potential for malfunction of the SteadyShot function. 59
... with slow shutter speeds, which are typically used in night-time shooting. • Shooting a close subject, such as in macro shooting. • Shooting with a telescopic lens. Note • When using a tripod, deactivate the SteadyShot function because there is a potential for malfunction of the SteadyShot function. 59
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... shake warning) indicator flashes, carefully shoot the subject, holding the camera steady, or by using a tripod. (Camera shake warning) indicator AF area 4 When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring, then decide on the situation to or (Flash Off). Shooting with the automatic setting Shooting with appropriate settings automatically The "AUTO...
... shake warning) indicator flashes, carefully shoot the subject, holding the camera steady, or by using a tripod. (Camera shake warning) indicator AF area 4 When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring, then decide on the situation to or (Flash Off). Shooting with the automatic setting Shooting with appropriate settings automatically The "AUTO...
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.... Shoots a moving subject at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. • The shutter speed is slower, so using a macro lens (sold separately). • Set the flash mode to shoot backlit subjects. • Use the red-eye reduction function if the eyes of your subject... focusing on the eye that the subject looks as flowers, foods. • You can shoot a closer subject using a tripod is closer to the lens. • Use the lens hood to [Flash Off] when you shoot a subject within 1 m (3.3 feet). • When shooting in sharp focus with vivid colors. •...
.... Shoots a moving subject at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. • The shutter speed is slower, so using a macro lens (sold separately). • Set the flash mode to shoot backlit subjects. • Use the red-eye reduction function if the eyes of your subject... focusing on the eye that the subject looks as flowers, foods. • You can shoot a closer subject using a tripod is closer to the lens. • Use the lens hood to [Flash Off] when you shoot a subject within 1 m (3.3 feet). • When shooting in sharp focus with vivid colors. •...
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For details on the screen. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than when you use a lens that has a long focal length, pan or tilt the camera more slowly than moving ones. Using the same operation as possible • In Sweep Panorama, ...it is recommended that you use a wide-angle lens. • When you use a wide-angle lens. • Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can set the pan or tilt direction You can...
For details on the screen. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than when you use a lens that has a long focal length, pan or tilt the camera more slowly than moving ones. Using the same operation as possible • In Sweep Panorama, ...it is recommended that you use a wide-angle lens. • When you use a wide-angle lens. • Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can set the pan or tilt direction You can...
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... time for a shorter time. To take in light, resulting in photo shooting. Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode) With an Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera, you can open ) and aperture (the range that is in at one time. The brightness of the picture adjusted by controlling the amount...
... time for a shorter time. To take in light, resulting in photo shooting. Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode) With an Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera, you can open ) and aperture (the range that is in at one time. The brightness of the picture adjusted by controlling the amount...
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..., the flash range differs according to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that is equipped with a smaller aperture value (bright lens). • You can check the approximate blurring of an image on the aperture value. When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.... • To blur the background more, use a telephoto lens or a lens that the proper exposure is automatically adjusted to the aperture value. number) with the selected aperture value, the shutter speed flashes. Note •...
..., the flash range differs according to obtain correct exposure. • When the camera judges that is equipped with a smaller aperture value (bright lens). • You can check the approximate blurring of an image on the aperture value. When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.... • To blur the background more, use a telephoto lens or a lens that the proper exposure is automatically adjusted to the aperture value. number) with the selected aperture value, the shutter speed flashes. Note •...