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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 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed on a computer Printing images Others Index Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
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 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed on a computer Printing images Others Index Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
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... operating instructions of data loss, always copy (back up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of the connected device or the software used of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible device:60i 1080 50i-compatible device:50i • You may cause a fire. 7 Black, white, red, blue and green ...to make sure your children follow the precautions above. Notes on the functions available with the LCD monitor. Notes on the LCD monitor and lens • The LCD monitor is focused on a nearby object, it is always vulnerable (especially for or frequency of age). If sunlight is...
... operating instructions of data loss, always copy (back up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of the connected device or the software used of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible device:60i 1080 50i-compatible device:50i • You may cause a fire. 7 Black, white, red, blue and green ...to make sure your children follow the precautions above. Notes on the functions available with the LCD monitor. Notes on the LCD monitor and lens • The LCD monitor is focused on a nearby object, it is always vulnerable (especially for or frequency of age). If sunlight is...
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...LCD monitor may become temporarily dark. This is not a malfunction. If the temperature reaches above a certain level, the mark is indicated on the camera in a cold location. DVD-based players or recorders cannot 8 play back HD image quality discs, as described in this manual are reproduced images... recording. This is not a malfunction. Notes when playing movies on long-time recording • When you wait until the temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot. • The surface of 25ºC (77°F), and using this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient...
...LCD monitor may become temporarily dark. This is not a malfunction. If the temperature reaches above a certain level, the mark is indicated on the camera in a cold location. DVD-based players or recorders cannot 8 play back HD image quality discs, as described in this manual are reproduced images... recording. This is not a malfunction. Notes when playing movies on long-time recording • When you wait until the temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot. • The surface of 25ºC (77°F), and using this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient...
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... the accessories supplied 13 Identifying parts 14 Preparing the battery pack 18 Attaching a lens 25 Inserting a memory card 27 Preparing the camera 31 Using the accessories supplied 33 Checking the number of recordable images 35 Cleaning 37 Switching between the LCD monitor and ...button ... 50 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 51 The functions selected by the MENU button 52 Shooting an image without camera shake 58 Correct posture 58 Using the SteadyShot function 59 Using a tripod 60 Shooting with the automatic setting 61 Shooting with a suitable setting for...
... the accessories supplied 13 Identifying parts 14 Preparing the battery pack 18 Attaching a lens 25 Inserting a memory card 27 Preparing the camera 31 Using the accessories supplied 33 Checking the number of recordable images 35 Cleaning 37 Switching between the LCD monitor and ...button ... 50 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 51 The functions selected by the MENU button 52 Shooting an image without camera shake 58 Correct posture 58 Using the SteadyShot function 59 Using a tripod 60 Shooting with the automatic setting 61 Shooting with a suitable setting for...
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... setting 148 Changing the function of the buttons 149 Changing other settings 150 Setting the LCD monitor 152 Confirming the version of the camera 154 Resetting to the default 155 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 158 Using the software 160 Connecting the... camera to the computer 164 Creating a movie disc 167 Printing images Specifying DPOF 171 Others Specifications 173 Troubleshooting 178 Warning messages 187 Precautions 190 ...
... setting 148 Changing the function of the buttons 149 Changing other settings 150 Setting the LCD monitor 152 Confirming the version of the camera 154 Resetting to the default 155 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 158 Using the software 160 Connecting the... camera to the computer 164 Creating a movie disc 167 Printing images Specifying DPOF 171 Others Specifications 173 Troubleshooting 178 Warning messages 187 Precautions 190 ...
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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) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) Preparing the camera • Rechargeable battery pack NPFM500H (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) 13
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) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) Preparing the camera • Rechargeable battery pack NPFM500H (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) 13
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Rear side Preparing the camera A Diopter-adjustment dial (40) B Microphone** C Auto-lock Accessory shoe (101) D Viewfinder* (40) E Eyepiece sensors (41) F MENU button (52) G DISP (Display) button (42, 45, 123) H MOVIE button (81) I For shooting: button (103) For viewing: button (126)/ button (127) (Exposure) (Zoom out) (Image index) J LCD monitor (42, 123, 129) •...
Rear side Preparing the camera A Diopter-adjustment dial (40) B Microphone** C Auto-lock Accessory shoe (101) D Viewfinder* (40) E Eyepiece sensors (41) F MENU button (52) G DISP (Display) button (42, 45, 123) H MOVIE button (81) I For shooting: button (103) For viewing: button (126)/ button (127) (Exposure) (Zoom out) (Image index) J LCD monitor (42, 123, 129) •...
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...136) B (USB) terminal (164) C Speaker D REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RMS1AM/RM-L1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the camera, turn the camera off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the Remote Commander faces forward. F Hooks for shoulder strap (33)... sure that the cord of the microphone is turned off , then plug the connector of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN terminal on the camera. H Memory card switch I SD memory card insertion slot (27) J "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media insertion slot (27) K Memory card cover L Battery ...
...136) B (USB) terminal (164) C Speaker D REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RMS1AM/RM-L1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the camera, turn the camera off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the Remote Commander faces forward. F Hooks for shoulder strap (33)... sure that the cord of the microphone is turned off , then plug the connector of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN terminal on the camera. H Memory card switch I SD memory card insertion slot (27) J "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media insertion slot (27) K Memory card cover L Battery ...
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... been charged, or when it has not been used when it clicks. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead). Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Doing so will affect the performance of this temperature range. •...
... been charged, or when it has not been used when it clicks. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead). Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Doing so will affect the performance of this temperature range. •...
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... separately) in any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera abroad - Note • Do not use your camera. Check that a battery pack other than the specified type has been installed. If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error... AC, 50/60 Hz. Clean the battery charger with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates correctly. Preparing the camera • Do not charge any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to charge them, posing a risk of injury from...
... separately) in any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera abroad - Note • Do not use your camera. Check that a battery pack other than the specified type has been installed. If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error... AC, 50/60 Hz. Clean the battery charger with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates correctly. Preparing the camera • Do not charge any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to charge them, posing a risk of injury from...
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Lock lever 22 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. 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 22 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. 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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...pack in extremely hot places, such as in . Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. Notes • The displayed level may not be used. 23 Low You cannot shoot any more pictures. Battery level High "Battery exhausted...." Available battery packs Use only an NP-FM500H battery pack. Preparing the camera To check the remaining battery level Check the level with your camera. Note that has functions for exchanging information related to the operating conditions of the arrow and slide ...
...pack in extremely hot places, such as in . Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. Notes • The displayed level may not be used. 23 Low You cannot shoot any more pictures. Battery level High "Battery exhausted...." Available battery packs Use only an NP-FM500H battery pack. Preparing the camera To check the remaining battery level Check the level with your camera. Note that has functions for exchanging information related to the operating conditions of the arrow and slide ...
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... pack is shorter in cold places and the speed of its life. How to be used . Effective use it up , and insert it in your camera before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently, use it more and more, and as... as you put the battery pack in the Live View mode is limited. We recommend that you use continuous shooting often, or turn the camera on your camera immediately before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to warm it up once a year on and off frequently. • The time available...
... pack is shorter in cold places and the speed of its life. How to be used . Effective use it up , and insert it in your camera before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently, use it more and more, and as... as you put the battery pack in the Live View mode is limited. We recommend that you use continuous shooting often, or turn the camera on your camera immediately before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to warm it up once a year on and off frequently. • The time available...
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... lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the ...locked position. • Be sure to put the lens on straight. Body cap Packaging lid Orange index marks Notes...
... lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the ...locked position. • Be sure to put the lens on straight. Body cap Packaging lid Orange index marks Notes...
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...stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the lens and attach the body cap to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. However, quickly change the lens away from landing on the image sensor. Setup menu 26 To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in the (page... If dust or debris lands on the shooting environment. When you attach them, remove dust from them. • A rear lens cap is equipped with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. The camera is not supplied with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from dusty locations when attaching/removing...
...stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the lens and attach the body cap to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. However, quickly change the lens away from landing on the image sensor. Setup menu 26 To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in the (page... If dust or debris lands on the shooting environment. When you attach them, remove dust from them. • A rear lens cap is equipped with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. The camera is not supplied with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from dusty locations when attaching/removing...
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Preparing the camera 2 Insert "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or an SD memory card. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. Face side (SD memory card) Terminal part Face side ("Memory Stick PRO Duo") Terminal part 3 Select the type of memory card you want to use using the memory card switch. • If you switch the memory card while the power is turned on, the LCD monitor is not a malfunction. 4 Close the memory card cover. 27 Inserting a memory card 1 Open the memory card cover. This is turned off for a few seconds.
Preparing the camera 2 Insert "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or an SD memory card. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. Face side (SD memory card) Terminal part Face side ("Memory Stick PRO Duo") Terminal part 3 Select the type of memory card you want to use using the memory card switch. • If you switch the memory card while the power is turned on, the LCD monitor is not a malfunction. 4 Close the memory card cover. 27 Inserting a memory card 1 Open the memory card cover. This is turned off for a few seconds.
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If you connect your camera to this prompt, as the "SD card" in response to an incompatible device, you use following memory cards. - (Mark2) ("Memory Stick PRO ...erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on computers or AV devices that you may be prompted to the camera. Never format the card in this Instruction Manual. • For recording movies, it to format the card. SD memory card, SDHC ..."Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards and SDXC memory cards can be used with this camera. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this...
If you connect your camera to this prompt, as the "SD card" in response to an incompatible device, you use following memory cards. - (Mark2) ("Memory Stick PRO ...erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on computers or AV devices that you may be prompted to the camera. Never format the card in this Instruction Manual. • For recording movies, it to format the card. SD memory card, SDHC ..."Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards and SDXC memory cards can be used with this camera. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this...
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Preparing the camera Notes on using the camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment used for a long time. High temperature locations such ..., bend or drop the memory card. • Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions: - Humid locations or locations with this camera. They might accidentally swallow it in direct sunlight. -
Preparing the camera Notes on using the camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment used for a long time. High temperature locations such ..., bend or drop the memory card. • Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions: - Humid locations or locations with this camera. They might accidentally swallow it in direct sunlight. -
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...30 Data recording/playback that can be guaranteed for "Memory Stick Micro" media. • To use a "Memory Stick Micro" media with the camera, be sure to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be used with "Memory Stick Micro" media ("M2"). However, proper operation cannot... be used. Notes on the "Memory Stick" media used with MagicGate function. If you might accidentally swallow it from the camera. • Do not leave the "Memory Stick Micro" media within the reach of "Memory Stick" media that requires MagicGate functions cannot be...
...30 Data recording/playback that can be guaranteed for "Memory Stick Micro" media. • To use a "Memory Stick Micro" media with the camera, be sure to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be used with "Memory Stick Micro" media ("M2"). However, proper operation cannot... be used. Notes on the "Memory Stick" media used with MagicGate function. If you might accidentally swallow it from the camera. • Do not leave the "Memory Stick Micro" media within the reach of "Memory Stick" media that requires MagicGate functions cannot be...
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... is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 31 Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Setting up the date When you turn the camera on for setting date and time appears. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on the LCD monitor... b/B and set the numeric value with v/V. [Daylight Svg.:]: Turns on or off the daylight saving time setting. [Date Format:]: Selects the format to turn the camera on.
... is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 31 Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Setting up the date When you turn the camera on for setting date and time appears. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on the LCD monitor... b/B and set the numeric value with v/V. [Daylight Svg.:]: Turns on or off the daylight saving time setting. [Date Format:]: Selects the format to turn the camera on.
