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... is valid only in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). It is required. SONY® DSLR Cameras and Lenses for DSLR Camera LIMITED INARRANT'f (us Only, Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrantsthis product against defects in the United States. Any parts or product replaced under this Limited Warranty, "refurbished" means...
... is valid only in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). It is required. SONY® DSLR Cameras and Lenses for DSLR Camera LIMITED INARRANT'f (us Only, Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrantsthis product against defects in the United States. Any parts or product replaced under this Limited Warranty, "refurbished" means...
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4-420-756-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook A-mount Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Functions list Viewing images on a computer Others Advanced operations Index SLT-A57 ©2012 Sony Corporation
4-420-756-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook A-mount Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Functions list Viewing images on a computer Others Advanced operations Index SLT-A57 ©2012 Sony Corporation
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... and setting the clock 27 Before shooting 29 Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment 29 Holding the camera properly 29 Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images 31 Recording movies 33 Playing back images 34 Deleting images (Delete 35 Shooting ...Using the shooting functions Using the flash 42 Adjusting the brightness of Contents Basic operations 9 This section provides basic information on operating the camera. Table of the image 44 2 The contents of the "Basic operations" section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied.
... and setting the clock 27 Before shooting 29 Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment 29 Holding the camera properly 29 Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images 31 Recording movies 33 Playing back images 34 Deleting images (Delete 35 Shooting ...Using the shooting functions Using the flash 42 Adjusting the brightness of Contents Basic operations 9 This section provides basic information on operating the camera. Table of the image 44 2 The contents of the "Basic operations" section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied.
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...can be selected with the Fn (Function) button 55 The functions selected with the MENU button 57 Using the guide function of the camera 64 In-Camera Guide 64 Shooting Tip 64 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 66 Using the software 68 Selecting the method for ... Others List of icons on the screen 74 Functions available for shooting mode 81 Selecting the screen mode 81 3 Preparation Setting up the camera 80 Removing the eyecup 80 The screen displayed for each shooting mode 77 Flash modes available 78 Advanced operations 79 This section provides further...
...can be selected with the Fn (Function) button 55 The functions selected with the MENU button 57 Using the guide function of the camera 64 In-Camera Guide 64 Shooting Tip 64 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 66 Using the software 68 Selecting the method for ... Others List of icons on the screen 74 Functions available for shooting mode 81 Selecting the screen mode 81 3 Preparation Setting up the camera 80 Removing the eyecup 80 The screen displayed for each shooting mode 77 Flash modes available 78 Advanced operations 79 This section provides further...
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... level gauge 83 Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed 83 List of icons for viewfinder mode 84 Shooting a clear image without camera shake 86 Camera shake warning indicator 86 Using the SteadyShot function 86 Using a tripod 87 Selecting the shooting mode 88 Intelligent Auto/ Flash Off 88 Superior Auto...
... level gauge 83 Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed 83 List of icons for viewfinder mode 84 Shooting a clear image without camera shake 86 Camera shake warning indicator 86 Using the SteadyShot function 86 Using a tripod 87 Selecting the shooting mode 88 Intelligent Auto/ Flash Off 88 Superior Auto...
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of the camera 161 Long Exposure NR 161 High ISO NR 161 Color Space 162 Release w/o Lens 162 Grid Line 163 Auto Review 163 Func. Playback The screen ... the images or movies in the same view mode 156 About playback on TV 157 3D Viewing 157 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 157 Setup of the camera Setting the aspect ratio and image quality 159 Aspect Ratio 159 Quality 159 Setting the other functions of AEL button 163 ISO Button 164 Preview...
of the camera 161 Long Exposure NR 161 High ISO NR 161 Color Space 162 Release w/o Lens 162 Grid Line 163 Auto Review 163 Func. Playback The screen ... the images or movies in the same view mode 156 About playback on TV 157 3D Viewing 157 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 157 Setup of the camera Setting the aspect ratio and image quality 159 Aspect Ratio 159 Quality 159 Setting the other functions of AEL button 163 ISO Button 164 Preview...
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... Select REC Folder 170 New Folder 170 Recover Image DB 171 Upload Settings 171 Resetting to the default 173 Confirming the version of the camera 177 Connecting the camera to the computer 178 Setting the USB connection 178 Connecting to the computer 178 Importing images to the computer (Windows) ........ 179 Importing images... 182 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc 183 Discs you can use with "PlayMemories Home" ...... 184 Specifying DPOF 185 Date Imprint 185 Cleaning the camera and a lens 186 Cleaning the image sensor 187 7
... Select REC Folder 170 New Folder 170 Recover Image DB 171 Upload Settings 171 Resetting to the default 173 Confirming the version of the camera 177 Connecting the camera to the computer 178 Setting the USB connection 178 Connecting to the computer 178 Importing images to the computer (Windows) ........ 179 Importing images... 182 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc 183 Discs you can use with "PlayMemories Home" ...... 184 Specifying DPOF 185 Date Imprint 185 Cleaning the camera and a lens 186 Cleaning the image sensor 187 7
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Trouble shooting/Others Troubleshooting 190 Warning messages 199 Precautions 201 To use your camera abroad - Power sources 204 AVCHD format 205 3D-shootings 206 Memory card 207 Battery pack/Battery charger 209 The License 211 Index 212 8
Trouble shooting/Others Troubleshooting 190 Warning messages 199 Precautions 201 To use your camera abroad - Power sources 204 AVCHD format 205 3D-shootings 206 Memory card 207 Battery pack/Battery charger 209 The License 211 Index 212 8
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This section provides the basic information on operating the camera. To more effectively take advantage of the "Basic operations" section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied. Basic operations The contents of the camera, see "Advanced operations" (page 79). 9
This section provides the basic information on operating the camera. To more effectively take advantage of the "Basic operations" section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied. Basic operations The contents of the camera, see "Advanced operations" (page 79). 9
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...vulnerable (especially for children under 6 years of age). compatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the functions available with the camera • To check whether it may feel sick, stop watching 3D-images, and consult a doctor as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling while... the viewfinder. • The recorded image may be different from the image you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises. If you take a break at regular time intervals. This is easily affected by taking hold of the LCD screen. • Do not...
...vulnerable (especially for children under 6 years of age). compatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the functions available with the camera • To check whether it may feel sick, stop watching 3D-images, and consult a doctor as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling while... the viewfinder. • The recorded image may be different from the image you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises. If you take a break at regular time intervals. This is easily affected by taking hold of the LCD screen. • Do not...
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... Discs recorded with AVCHD format that you wait until the temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot. • The surface of the camera may be played with different lenses. Model name SLT-A57 SLT-A57K SLT-A57Y Lens - Notes on importing AVCHD movies to a computer When importing ...AVCHD format recording. Unauthorized recording of such materials may get warm. On the data specifications described in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices. This is not a malfunction. Movies recorded in this manual The...
... Discs recorded with AVCHD format that you wait until the temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot. • The surface of the camera may be played with different lenses. Model name SLT-A57 SLT-A57K SLT-A57Y Lens - Notes on importing AVCHD movies to a computer When importing ...AVCHD format recording. Unauthorized recording of such materials may get warm. On the data specifications described in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices. This is not a malfunction. Movies recorded in this manual The...
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...; Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in parentheses indicates the number of your camera (page 11). Application Software for α camera - α Handbook (This manual) • Instruction Manual (1) SLT-A57K • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A57Y • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) • DT55-200mm...
...; Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in parentheses indicates the number of your camera (page 11). Application Software for α camera - α Handbook (This manual) • Instruction Manual (1) SLT-A57K • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A57Y • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) • DT55-200mm...
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Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. 13 Front side Preparing the camera A Shutter button (31) B Power switch (27) C Control dial (95, 97, 99) D Remote sensor (148) E Self-timer lamp (145) F Lens contacts* G Mirror* H Preview button (97)/Focus ...
Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. 13 Front side Preparing the camera A Shutter button (31) B Power switch (27) C Control dial (95, 97, 99) D Remote sensor (148) E Self-timer lamp (145) F Lens contacts* G Mirror* H Preview button (97)/Focus ...
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... v/V/b/B/DISP (Display) (47, 149)/WB (White balance) (137)/ (Drive) (46, 144)/ (Picture Effect) (134) I Control button (Enter)/AF button (113)/Object Tracking button (114) J (In-Camera Guide) button (64) For viewing: (Delete) button (35) K (Playback) button (34) * Do not directly touch this part. 14
... v/V/b/B/DISP (Display) (47, 149)/WB (White balance) (137)/ (Drive) (46, 144)/ (Picture Effect) (134) I Control button (Enter)/AF button (113)/Object Tracking button (114) J (In-Camera Guide) button (64) For viewing: (Delete) button (35) K (Playback) button (34) * Do not directly touch this part. 14
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...of the Remote Commander faces forward. 16 C Speaker D DC IN terminal • When connecting the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camera, insert the plug of the Remote Commander into the REMOTE terminal, aligning the guide of the plug with the guide of the AC Adaptor to... the camera, turn the camera off automatically. B REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RML1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the DC IN terminal on the camera. Sides/Bottom Identifying parts A Hooks for shoulder strap • Attach both...
...of the Remote Commander faces forward. 16 C Speaker D DC IN terminal • When connecting the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camera, insert the plug of the Remote Commander into the REMOTE terminal, aligning the guide of the plug with the guide of the AC Adaptor to... the camera, turn the camera off automatically. B REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RML1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the DC IN terminal on the camera. Sides/Bottom Identifying parts A Hooks for shoulder strap • Attach both...
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K Battery insertion slot (21) L Battery cover (21) M Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) or longer, and attempting to tripods with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Identifying parts Preparing the camera 17 You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to do so may damage the camera.
K Battery insertion slot (21) L Battery cover (21) M Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) or longer, and attempting to tripods with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Identifying parts Preparing the camera 17 You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to do so may damage the camera.
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... (Supplied with the SLT-A57K/A57Y) DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A57Y) Identifying parts 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...
... (Supplied with the SLT-A57K/A57Y) DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A57Y) Identifying parts 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...
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... the NPFM500H "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). If the battery level is discharged little by little, even when you shoot. Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Push the battery pack until it has not...
... the NPFM500H "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). If the battery level is discharged little by little, even when you shoot. Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Push the battery pack until it has not...
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Lock lever 4 While sliding the memory card cover, open the cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. 3 Close the cover. Preparing the camera Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the cover. 21
Lock lever 4 While sliding the memory card cover, open the cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. 3 Close the cover. Preparing the camera Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the cover. 21
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... battery pack is not lit, then open the cover, and push the memory card once. The remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 5 Insert a memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert ...is displayed according to the operating conditions of the arrow 10 seconds after turning off the camera. Be careful not to operating conditions with your camera. 22 To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera, then remove the battery pack. Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. 6 Close the...
... battery pack is not lit, then open the cover, and push the memory card once. The remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 5 Insert a memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert ...is displayed according to the operating conditions of the arrow 10 seconds after turning off the camera. Be careful not to operating conditions with your camera. 22 To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera, then remove the battery pack. Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. 6 Close the...