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... use this handbook 2 Notes on using the camera 3 Operation Search 8 MENU/Settings Search 11 Identifying parts 15 List of icons displayed on the screen 16 Using the mode dial 18 Using the internal memory 19 Shooting Intelligent Auto Adjustment 20 Easy Shooting 21 Anti Motion Blur 23 Hand-held Twilight 24 Backlight Correction HDR 25 Scene Selection 26 Movie Mode 28 Intelligent Sweep Panorama 29 Manual Exposure Shooting 31 Program Auto 32 Zoom 33 DISP (Screen Display Settings 34 Flash 36 Smile Shutter 37 Self-Timer...
... use this handbook 2 Notes on using the camera 3 Operation Search 8 MENU/Settings Search 11 Identifying parts 15 List of icons displayed on the screen 16 Using the mode dial 18 Using the internal memory 19 Shooting Intelligent Auto Adjustment 20 Easy Shooting 21 Anti Motion Blur 23 Hand-held Twilight 24 Backlight Correction HDR 25 Scene Selection 26 Movie Mode 28 Intelligent Sweep Panorama 29 Manual Exposure Shooting 31 Program Auto 32 Zoom 33 DISP (Screen Display Settings 34 Flash 36 Smile Shutter 37 Self-Timer...
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Table of contents Viewing Viewing still images 40 Playback zoom 41 Image Index 42 Delete 43 Viewing movies 45 Operation Search MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting 11 MENU/Settings Search MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing 12 Index Settings Setting items 13 TV Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV 117 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV 118 Computer Using with your computer 122 Using the software 123 Connecting the camera to the computer 125 Uploading images to a media service 127 Creating a movie disc 129 6GB
Table of contents Viewing Viewing still images 40 Playback zoom 41 Image Index 42 Delete 43 Viewing movies 45 Operation Search MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting 11 MENU/Settings Search MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing 12 Index Settings Setting items 13 TV Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV 117 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV 118 Computer Using with your computer 122 Using the software 123 Connecting the camera to the computer 125 Uploading images to a media service 127 Creating a movie disc 129 6GB
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Printing Printing still images 133 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 135 Warning indicators and messages 144 Others Using the camera abroad 149 "Memory Stick Duo" media 150 Battery pack 152 Battery charger 153 AVCHD format 154 GPS (DSC-HX5V only 155 TransferJet standard 156 Index Index 157 Index 7GB
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Printing Printing still images 133 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 135 Warning indicators and messages 144 Others Using the camera abroad 149 "Memory Stick Duo" media 150 Battery pack 152 Battery charger 153 AVCHD format 154 GPS (DSC-HX5V only 155 TransferJet standard 156 Index Index 157 Index 7GB
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Shooting/Viewing with Easy Shooting 21 easy-to-see indicators Printing images with the date Using the "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" 123 Changing date and time settings Area Setting 114 Date & Time Setting 115 Initializing settings Initialize 95 GPS (DSC-HX5V only) GPS assist data 93 GPS setting 51, 104 Adjust Compass 106 Auto Clock ADJ 116 Printing images Print 133 Viewing on TVs Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV 117 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV...
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Shooting/Viewing with Easy Shooting 21 easy-to-see indicators Printing images with the date Using the "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" 123 Changing date and time settings Area Setting 114 Date & Time Setting 115 Initializing settings Initialize 95 GPS (DSC-HX5V only) GPS assist data 93 GPS setting 51, 104 Adjust Compass 106 Auto Clock ADJ 116 Printing images Print 133 Viewing on TVs Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV 117 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV...
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...turn off the Menu screen. indicates settings that can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the camera to shooting mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the shooting mode. Mode dial Menu items Scene Selection - - --- - - -- HX5V only) --- - - - -- Metering Mode -- - - Anti Blink SteadyShot - - --- - - -- - - --- - - -- 11GB Continued r Image Size/Quality GPS setting (DSC- - The icons below , indicates settings that cannot be changed...
...turn off the Menu screen. indicates settings that can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the camera to shooting mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the shooting mode. Mode dial Menu items Scene Selection - - --- - - -- HX5V only) --- - - - -- Metering Mode -- - - Anti Blink SteadyShot - - --- - - -- - - --- - - -- 11GB Continued r Image Size/Quality GPS setting (DSC- - The icons below , indicates settings that cannot be changed...
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...while (Playback) - Control button In the table below, indicates settings that cannot be changed . Folder View - - - - - button MENU button View Mode Memory card Internal Memory Menu items (Slideshow) (Send by TransferJet) (View Mode) (Display Burst Group) (Retouch) (Delete) (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Rotate) (Select Folder) (Settings) Date View Folder view Folder view AVCHD (Still) (MP4) view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Table of the control button. Notes • [Quality] appears on the screen when [Movie format] is set to display the Menu screen...
...while (Playback) - Control button In the table below, indicates settings that cannot be changed . Folder View - - - - - button MENU button View Mode Memory card Internal Memory Menu items (Slideshow) (Send by TransferJet) (View Mode) (Display Burst Group) (Retouch) (Delete) (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Rotate) (Select Folder) (Settings) Date View Folder view Folder view AVCHD (Still) (MP4) view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Table of the control button. Notes • [Quality] appears on the screen when [Movie format] is set to display the Menu screen...
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... center of the control button to display the setup screen. 3 Select each item with v/V/b/B, then z. 4 Select the desired setting, then press z. Categories Shooting Settings Main Settings Items Movie format AF Illuminator Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Orientation Red Eye Reduction Blink Alert Beep Language Setting Function Guide GPS assist data (DSC-HX5V only) Demo Mode Initialize HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI COMPONENT USB Connect LUN Settings Download Music Format Music Power Save GPS setting (DSC-HX5V only) Adjust Compass (DSC-HX5V only) TransferJet Control button MENU button Index 13GB...
... center of the control button to display the setup screen. 3 Select each item with v/V/b/B, then z. 4 Select the desired setting, then press z. Categories Shooting Settings Main Settings Items Movie format AF Illuminator Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Orientation Red Eye Reduction Blink Alert Beep Language Setting Function Guide GPS assist data (DSC-HX5V only) Demo Mode Initialize HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI COMPONENT USB Connect LUN Settings Download Music Format Music Power Save GPS setting (DSC-HX5V only) Adjust Compass (DSC-HX5V only) TransferJet Control button MENU button Index 13GB...
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... factory. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Identifying parts A Shutter button B Mode dial (18) C For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever (33) For viewing: (Playback zoom) lever/ (Index) lever (41, 42) D Flash E ON/OFF (Power) button F (Burst/Bracket) button G Microphone H Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator I Lens J LCD screen K Hook for wrist strap* L MOVIE (Movie) button M (Playback) button (40) N (Delete) button (43) O MENU button (11) P Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ / / Q Tripod receptacle R Speaker S Multi connector T Battery...
... factory. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Identifying parts A Shutter button B Mode dial (18) C For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever (33) For viewing: (Playback zoom) lever/ (Index) lever (41, 42) D Flash E ON/OFF (Power) button F (Burst/Bracket) button G Microphone H Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator I Lens J LCD screen K Hook for wrist strap* L MOVIE (Movie) button M (Playback) button (40) N (Delete) button (43) O MENU button (11) P Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ / / Q Tripod receptacle R Speaker S Multi connector T Battery...
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...Recognition operates in Easy Shooting mode Image Size: GPS setting (DSCHX5V only): Self-Timer: Flash: Smile Shutter: MENU t [Image Size] t z on the control button t desired mode t z Select between [On] or [Off] mode. Index 21GB Continued r on the control button t desired mode Select between [10sec] or [Off] mode. on the control button t desired mode Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode. For details, see . 1 Set the mode dial to shoot still images using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro) or (Portrait), and displays an icon on the control button...
...Recognition operates in Easy Shooting mode Image Size: GPS setting (DSCHX5V only): Self-Timer: Flash: Smile Shutter: MENU t [Image Size] t z on the control button t desired mode t z Select between [On] or [Off] mode. Index 21GB Continued r on the control button t desired mode Select between [10sec] or [Off] mode. on the control button t desired mode Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode. For details, see . 1 Set the mode dial to shoot still images using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro) or (Portrait), and displays an icon on the control button...
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... strike the camera while [One Push Set] is in the memory, the recording screen is displayed again. Weather/lighting Characteristics of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. Table of contents Operation Search To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode 1 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper filling the screen under the same lighting conditions as you can adjust color tones manually using the White Balance function.
... strike the camera while [One Push Set] is in the memory, the recording screen is displayed again. Weather/lighting Characteristics of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. Table of contents Operation Search To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode 1 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper filling the screen under the same lighting conditions as you can adjust color tones manually using the White Balance function.
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... function does not work depending on the LCD screen. Does not use the Anti Blink function. When using the flash - When Burst/Bracket mode is selected - MENU/Settings Search Index 68GB When the Smile Shutter function is activated • Sometimes the Anti Blink function does not work - The camera will select, display and record the image which the eyes are not blinked automatically. 1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection). 2 Select (Soft Snap). 3 MENU t (Anti Blink) t desired mode (Auto...
... function does not work depending on the LCD screen. Does not use the Anti Blink function. When using the flash - When Burst/Bracket mode is selected - MENU/Settings Search Index 68GB When the Smile Shutter function is activated • Sometimes the Anti Blink function does not work - The camera will select, display and record the image which the eyes are not blinked automatically. 1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection). 2 Select (Soft Snap). 3 MENU t (Anti Blink) t desired mode (Auto...
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... registration screen "Files found which were not recognized Import files" appears. Index 75GB Displays still images. Notes • When using a battery pack with a different camera This camera creates a database file in a memory card and registers every shot image to Folder View and still images and movies are played from the same folder. • Event View is not available on the control button 2 Turn the (Index) lever repeatedly until the Calendar is set to it for images. 1 Press the 2 MENU t (Playback) button to switch...
... registration screen "Files found which were not recognized Import files" appears. Index 75GB Displays still images. Notes • When using a battery pack with a different camera This camera creates a database file in a memory card and registers every shot image to Folder View and still images and movies are played from the same folder. • Event View is not available on the control button 2 Turn the (Index) lever repeatedly until the Calendar is set to it for images. 1 Press the 2 MENU t (Playback) button to switch...
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... first time or use it on your camera in an open area outside , or record images in the situation as a television, speaker, refrigerator, mobile phone, headphones - zTo receive a GPS signal Index • Proper triangulation is inactivated. Using the supplied software "PMB", you may arise in the direction sensor. See "PMB Help" for details. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [GPS setting] t desired mode t z on the internal memory. • During take...
... first time or use it on your camera in an open area outside , or record images in the situation as a television, speaker, refrigerator, mobile phone, headphones - zTo receive a GPS signal Index • Proper triangulation is inactivated. Using the supplied software "PMB", you may arise in the direction sensor. See "PMB Help" for details. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [GPS setting] t desired mode t z on the internal memory. • During take...
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...; Images shot in [VGA] image size cannot be played back in HD format. • When shooting movies in the condition with an HDMI cable (sold separately) or an HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately), a whole new world of photos can view high definition images on the TV. For playing movies, set the display setting of your TV to Video for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. •...
...; Images shot in [VGA] image size cannot be played back in HD format. • When shooting movies in the condition with an HDMI cable (sold separately) or an HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately), a whole new world of photos can view high definition images on the TV. For playing movies, set the display setting of your TV to Video for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. •...
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...: Mac OS X (v10.4 to v10.6) Notes • Operation is recommended when using the supplied software, "Music Transfer" or "PMB Portable" and importing images via a USB connection. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is not supported. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Using with your computer "PMB" and other applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use the function for installation...
...: Mac OS X (v10.4 to v10.6) Notes • Operation is recommended when using the supplied software, "Music Transfer" or "PMB Portable" and importing images via a USB connection. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is not supported. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Using with your computer "PMB" and other applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use the function for installation...
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... can save and print images with the date. • You can display images stored on a computer by shooting date in the camera at the factory to your camera. The installation of your computer, and click [Import]. • Images on a computer can be exported to a memory card, and displayed on the camera. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Installing "Music Transfer" (Macintosh) 1 Turn on your favorite tracks, and to delete and add Music files...
... can save and print images with the date. • You can display images stored on a computer by shooting date in the camera at the factory to your camera. The installation of your computer, and click [Import]. • Images on a computer can be exported to a memory card, and displayed on the camera. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Installing "Music Transfer" (Macintosh) 1 Turn on your favorite tracks, and to delete and add Music files...
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... 115). • The term of validity of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Cannot display images in . • [Date & Time Setting] is not set, or set time is played back with [Continuous Playback]. Use the camera in places where radio signals are correct (page 70). • Slideshow is shifted greatly. Deleting Cannot delete an image. • Cancel the protection (page 79). Update [GPS assist data] (page 93). • As the positions of...
... 115). • The term of validity of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Cannot display images in . • [Date & Time Setting] is not set, or set time is played back with [Continuous Playback]. Use the camera in places where radio signals are correct (page 70). • Slideshow is shifted greatly. Deleting Cannot delete an image. • Cancel the protection (page 79). Update [GPS assist data] (page 93). • As the positions of...
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... to record movies. Delete the file with the write-protect switch, and the switch is damaged. Set the switch to cool • The camera temperature has risen. System error • Turn the power off and then on the screen. Operation Search Internal memory error • Turn the power off automatically, or you may not record or play • The inserted memory card cannot be used in a slideshow. No still images • The selected folder or date does not contain a file that...
... to record movies. Delete the file with the write-protect switch, and the switch is damaged. Set the switch to cool • The camera temperature has risen. System error • Turn the power off and then on the screen. Operation Search Internal memory error • Turn the power off automatically, or you may not record or play • The inserted memory card cannot be used in a slideshow. No still images • The selected folder or date does not contain a file that...
Marketing Specifications
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... compatible PC you smoother looking movies. This model even detects faces and moving subjects. Once uploaded to 100 pictures into one panoramic photo. DSC-HX5V 10.2 MP | 10x OPTICAL ZOOM | 3.0" LCD1 The DSC-HX5V has a powerful 10x optical zoom (25mm equivalent) wide angle G lens capable of every shot you can be sure to 10 frames per second. Capture the best shot in -a lifetime moments The DSC-HX5V can be transferred...
... compatible PC you smoother looking movies. This model even detects faces and moving subjects. Once uploaded to 100 pictures into one panoramic photo. DSC-HX5V 10.2 MP | 10x OPTICAL ZOOM | 3.0" LCD1 The DSC-HX5V has a powerful 10x optical zoom (25mm equivalent) wide angle G lens capable of every shot you can be sure to 10 frames per second. Capture the best shot in -a lifetime moments The DSC-HX5V can be transferred...
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.... DSC-HX5V H-SERIES Digital Still Camera Specifications General Camera Type Image Device Effective Pixels Resolution Processor Optics & Lens Lens Type Lens Construction Aperture Range Focal Length 35mm Equivalency Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Total Zoom LCD & Viewfinder LCD Type Viewfinder Recording Media Slot Still Images Video Microphone / Speaker Focus Focus Intelligent Auto Focus Macro Mode Exposure Exposure Metering Exposure Compensation ISO Backlight Correction HDR Dynamic Range Optimizer White Balance Shutter Shutter Speed Burst Mode Flash Flash Type Flash Effective...
.... DSC-HX5V H-SERIES Digital Still Camera Specifications General Camera Type Image Device Effective Pixels Resolution Processor Optics & Lens Lens Type Lens Construction Aperture Range Focal Length 35mm Equivalency Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Total Zoom LCD & Viewfinder LCD Type Viewfinder Recording Media Slot Still Images Video Microphone / Speaker Focus Focus Intelligent Auto Focus Macro Mode Exposure Exposure Metering Exposure Compensation ISO Backlight Correction HDR Dynamic Range Optimizer White Balance Shutter Shutter Speed Burst Mode Flash Flash Type Flash Effective...