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Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A300/A350 © 2008 Sony Corporation 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 Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A300/A350 © 2008 Sony Corporation 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 Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
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...-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for if recording or playback is too large. - When you must place the camera under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may cause a malfunction. When firing the flash. - Unauthorized recording of the copyright laws...black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in the following or other cases: - When the camera warms up ) data to direct sunlight. Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. If sunlight is not a malfunction. Warning on a nearby object, it may reduce the...
...-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for if recording or playback is too large. - When you must place the camera under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may cause a malfunction. When firing the flash. - Unauthorized recording of the copyright laws...black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in the following or other cases: - When the camera warms up ) data to direct sunlight. Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. If sunlight is not a malfunction. Warning on a nearby object, it may reduce the...
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... the accessories supplied 13 Preparing the battery pack 14 Attaching a lens 19 Inserting a memory card 21 Preparing the camera 25 Using the accessories supplied 27 Checking the number of recordable images 29 Cleaning 31 Identifying parts and screen indicators 34 Front ...the Fn (Function) button ... 42 The functions selected by the (Drive) button 42 Functions selected by the MENU button 42 Shooting an image without camera shake 44 Correct posture 44 Using the Super SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a suitable ...
... the accessories supplied 13 Preparing the battery pack 14 Attaching a lens 19 Inserting a memory card 21 Preparing the camera 25 Using the accessories supplied 27 Checking the number of recordable images 29 Cleaning 31 Identifying parts and screen indicators 34 Front ...the Fn (Function) button ... 42 The functions selected by the (Drive) button 42 Functions selected by the MENU button 42 Shooting an image without camera shake 44 Correct posture 44 Using the Super SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a suitable ...
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Viewing images Copying images to your computer 127 on a computer Viewing images on your computer 131 Using the software 135 Printing images Specifying DPOF 141 Printing images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer 143 Others Specifications 147 Troubleshooting 151 Warning messages 161 Precautions 163 Index 165 12
Viewing images Copying images to your computer 127 on a computer Viewing images on your computer 131 Using the software 135 Printing images Specifying DPOF 141 Printing images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer 143 Others Specifications 147 Troubleshooting 151 Warning messages 161 Precautions 163 Index 165 12
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Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VM10 Battery charger (1)/ Power cord (mains lead) (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NPFM500H (1) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Video cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) 13
Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VM10 Battery charger (1)/ Power cord (mains lead) (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NPFM500H (1) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Video cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) 13
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Light on the remaining capacity of 25°C (77°F) is as follows. Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Push the battery pack ...
Light on the remaining capacity of 25°C (77°F) is as follows. Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Push the battery pack ...
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... with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates correctly. If the battery pack is the specified type. To use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-VQ900AM AC Adaptor/charger (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is dirty, charging... wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the wall outlet (wall socket). • When charging is connected to 86°F). Preparing the camera • We recommend charging the battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your...
... with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates correctly. If the battery pack is the specified type. To use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-VQ900AM AC Adaptor/charger (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is dirty, charging... wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the wall outlet (wall socket). • When charging is connected to 86°F). Preparing the camera • We recommend charging the battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your...
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Lock lever To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Lock lever 16 Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
Lock lever To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Lock lever 16 Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
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... according to the operating conditions of the arrow and slide it in the direction of your camera. Preparing the camera To check the remaining battery level Set the POWER switch to water. What is indicated with your camera. The battery pack is not water-resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in...
... according to the operating conditions of the arrow and slide it in the direction of your camera. Preparing the camera To check the remaining battery level Set the POWER switch to water. What is indicated with your camera. The battery pack is not water-resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in...
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... battery pack can be used . Effective use : put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up once a year on your camera before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in... battery life is limited. We recommend the following to how it up , and insert it more and more, and as you use it in your camera immediately before storing the battery pack in low temperature surroundings.
... battery pack can be used . Effective use : put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up once a year on your camera before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in... battery life is limited. We recommend the following to how it up , and insert it more and more, and as you use it in your camera immediately before storing the battery pack in low temperature surroundings.
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... a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from affecting your images. Lens hood Using a lens hood is recommended to the operating instructions supplied with the lens. 19 Orange ... attaching a lens. For attaching, refer to prevent unnecessary light from the lens. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. Body cap Rear cap 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
... a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from affecting your images. Lens hood Using a lens hood is recommended to the operating instructions supplied with the lens. 19 Orange ... attaching a lens. For attaching, refer to prevent unnecessary light from the lens. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. Body cap Rear cap 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
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... lands on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as to keep dust from getting inside the camera. 2 Replace the cap on the lens and attach the body cap to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor. However, quickly change the lens ... turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from the cap. The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to the camera. • Before you attach the cap, remove dust from dusty locations when attaching/removing a lens. If dust or debris lands...
... lands on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as to keep dust from getting inside the camera. 2 Replace the cap on the lens and attach the body cap to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor. However, quickly change the lens ... turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from the cap. The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to the camera. • Before you attach the cap, remove dust from dusty locations when attaching/removing a lens. If dust or debris lands...
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Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card You can use a CompactFlash card (CF card), Microdrive, or "Memory Stick Duo" as a memory card. 1 Open the memory card cover. 2 Insert a memory card (not supplied) from the terminal side (the terminal side has a number of small holes) with a label 21 Face side with a label Face side with its label side facing toward the LCD monitor. • For a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied), insert it in a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor for CompactFlash slot (not supplied), then insert the adaptor in the camera. 3 Close the memory card cover.
Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card You can use a CompactFlash card (CF card), Microdrive, or "Memory Stick Duo" as a memory card. 1 Open the memory card cover. 2 Insert a memory card (not supplied) from the terminal side (the terminal side has a number of small holes) with a label 21 Face side with a label Face side with its label side facing toward the LCD monitor. • For a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied), insert it in a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor for CompactFlash slot (not supplied), then insert the adaptor in the camera. 3 Close the memory card cover.
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... use the memory card in the case supplied with it. • Do not expose the memory card to format the CF card/Microdrive using this camera when you handle it. • When the access lamp is a compact and lightweight hard disk drive that the access lamp is ejected a little, pull out...
... use the memory card in the case supplied with it. • Do not expose the memory card to format the CF card/Microdrive using this camera when you handle it. • When the access lamp is a compact and lightweight hard disk drive that the access lamp is ejected a little, pull out...
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... 000 meters above sea-level). • Do not write on using the Microdrive: 5 to 40°C (41 to a memory card. Preparing the camera • The Microdrive is not guaranteed to the Microdrive during playback or shooting. • Note that the Microdrive cannot be used . Notes on the ...label. Be sure not to transmit vibration or shock to operate with this camera. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with a computer is a compact hard disk drive. Since the Microdrive is a rotating disk, the Microdrive...
... 000 meters above sea-level). • Do not write on using the Microdrive: 5 to 40°C (41 to a memory card. Preparing the camera • The Microdrive is not guaranteed to the Microdrive during playback or shooting. • Note that the Microdrive cannot be used . Notes on the ...label. Be sure not to transmit vibration or shock to operate with this camera. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with a computer is a compact hard disk drive. Since the Microdrive is a rotating disk, the Microdrive...
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Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Setting up the date When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the controller. 3 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V. 25
Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Setting up the date When you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the controller. 3 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V. 25
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Eyepiece cover Using the eyepiece cover You can also attach the eyepiece cover (below) on the strap. Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use of the strap on the camera. • You can prevent light from entering through the viewfinder and affecting the exposure. When the shutter...
Eyepiece cover Using the eyepiece cover You can also attach the eyepiece cover (below) on the strap. Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use of the strap on the camera. • You can prevent light from entering through the viewfinder and affecting the exposure. When the shutter...
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Preparing the camera Checking the number of recordable images Once you continue to ON, the number of recordable images (Units: Images) Image size: L 14M (DSLR-A350)/L 10M (DSLR-A300) Aspect ratio: 3:2* DSLR-A350 Size Capacity 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB Standard 275 552 1106 2206 Fine 197 396 795 1585 RAW & JPEG ...on a memory card The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded (should you insert a memory card into the camera and set the POWER switch to shoot using the current settings) is flashing in the current memory card (pages 21, 110). Replace the...
Preparing the camera Checking the number of recordable images Once you continue to ON, the number of recordable images (Units: Images) Image size: L 14M (DSLR-A350)/L 10M (DSLR-A300) Aspect ratio: 3:2* DSLR-A350 Size Capacity 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB Standard 275 552 1106 2206 Fine 197 396 795 1585 RAW & JPEG ...on a memory card The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded (should you insert a memory card into the camera and set the POWER switch to shoot using the current settings) is flashing in the current memory card (pages 21, 110). Replace the...
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... to [RAW], the number is set to (Automatic AF). - Live view mode Viewfinder mode DSLR-A350 Approx. 410 images Approx. 730 images DSLR-A300 Approx. 410 images Approx. 730 images • The number is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • When using a battery pack The approximate number of images...
... to [RAW], the number is set to (Automatic AF). - Live view mode Viewfinder mode DSLR-A350 Approx. 410 images Approx. 730 images DSLR-A300 Approx. 410 images Approx. 730 images • The number is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • When using a battery pack The approximate number of images...
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...containing organic solvents, such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc. • Do not touch the camera with lens cleaning solution. Using this may damage the finish or the casing. • Chemical products such as thinner, or benzine. Do ...• Do not use a spray blower to the cleaning mode, then clean it using a blower. In case of the camera. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to the...
...containing organic solvents, such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc. • Do not touch the camera with lens cleaning solution. Using this may damage the finish or the casing. • Chemical products such as thinner, or benzine. Do ...• Do not use a spray blower to the cleaning mode, then clean it using a blower. In case of the camera. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to the...