Limited Warranty (US Only)
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... or parts determined to any part of this Limited Warranty, Sony will, at its original specifications. SONY® DSLR Cameras and Lenses for DSLR Camera LIMITED INARRANT'f (us Only, Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrantsthis product against defects in material or workmanship during service and Sony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss. For...
... or parts determined to any part of this Limited Warranty, Sony will, at its original specifications. SONY® DSLR Cameras and Lenses for DSLR Camera LIMITED INARRANT'f (us Only, Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrantsthis product against defects in material or workmanship during service and Sony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss. For...
α Handbook
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... t [Setup] t [Release w/o Lens] t desired setting. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on an astronomical telescope, etc. Select this when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. Note • Correct metering cannot be released when no lens is...
... t [Setup] t [Release w/o Lens] t desired setting. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on an astronomical telescope, etc. Select this when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. Note • Correct metering cannot be released when no lens is...
α Handbook
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...camera. Menu Index 129GB If you set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for each lens, when using an A-mount lens with Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lenses only. Attach a lens of contents Sample photo AF Micro Adj. Allows you have already registered a value, the registered ...attach a lens for which you to adjust and register an autofocused position for a Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lens of lenses, the registered value may be registered. • If [-] appears, more than 30 lenses have been registered. AF Adjustment Setting amount Clear Sets whether or not to be...
...camera. Menu Index 129GB If you set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for each lens, when using an A-mount lens with Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lenses only. Attach a lens of contents Sample photo AF Micro Adj. Allows you have already registered a value, the registered ...attach a lens for which you to adjust and register an autofocused position for a Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lens of lenses, the registered value may be registered. • If [-] appears, more than 30 lenses have been registered. AF Adjustment Setting amount Clear Sets whether or not to be...
α Handbook
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... the image file was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in USB mode. The image is not a malfunction. The optical properties of some lenses may compensate for the metering range of the subject come out red. • Activate the Red Eye Reduction function (page 108). • Get close to...
... the image file was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in USB mode. The image is not a malfunction. The optical properties of some lenses may compensate for the metering range of the subject come out red. • Activate the Red Eye Reduction function (page 108). • Get close to...
α Handbook
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... Adaptor. The camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively. For details, refer to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. Moves the focusing area to focus on the menu Multi/Center/Flexible Spot Wide/Spot/Local Single Single/Continuous * The autofocus... the operating instructions supplied with SAM/SSM lens Available only* Contrast AF Phase-detection AF Switchable on the lens SAM/SSM lenses: switchable on the lens Other lenses: switchable on a small subject or narrow area by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of contents Mount Adaptor Using a ...
... Adaptor. The camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively. For details, refer to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. Moves the focusing area to focus on the menu Multi/Center/Flexible Spot Wide/Spot/Local Single Single/Continuous * The autofocus... the operating instructions supplied with SAM/SSM lens Available only* Contrast AF Phase-detection AF Switchable on the lens SAM/SSM lenses: switchable on the lens Other lenses: switchable on a small subject or narrow area by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of contents Mount Adaptor Using a ...
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Notes • You may not be recorded during movie recording. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on the lens used in the center area exclusively. Menu Index 193GB Table of contents Sample photo LA-EA2 (Wide) (Spot) (Local) The ... be difficult for which of the lens and the camera in operation may be able to focus, depending on compatible lenses. • When you want to activate the focus from among 15 AF areas with certain lenses. Choose the area for the camera to use the Mount Adaptor with the control wheel.
Notes • You may not be recorded during movie recording. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on the lens used in the center area exclusively. Menu Index 193GB Table of contents Sample photo LA-EA2 (Wide) (Spot) (Local) The ... be difficult for which of the lens and the camera in operation may be able to focus, depending on compatible lenses. • When you want to activate the focus from among 15 AF areas with certain lenses. Choose the area for the camera to use the Mount Adaptor with the control wheel.
Instruction Manual
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... each shooting mode 63 Flash modes available 64 Importing images to the computer Installing the software 65 What you can do with different lenses. Model name NEX-5N NEX-5ND NEX-5NK NEX-5NY GB 8 Lens None E18 - 55 mm and E16 mm E18 - 55 mm E55 - 210 mm and E18 - 55 mm The model name...
... each shooting mode 63 Flash modes available 64 Importing images to the computer Installing the software 65 What you can do with different lenses. Model name NEX-5N NEX-5ND NEX-5NK NEX-5NY GB 8 Lens None E18 - 55 mm and E16 mm E18 - 55 mm E55 - 210 mm and E18 - 55 mm The model name...
Instruction Manual
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x Lens See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5ND/ 5NK/5NY) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5ND) Preparing the camera A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 13
x Lens See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5ND/ 5NK/5NY) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5ND) Preparing the camera A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 13
Instruction Manual
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... source, and excessive light has entered the lens. The image is in reducing blur. Delete the USB connection. GB 81 Others The corners of some lenses may compensate for the metering range of the hood, the filter or the hood may partially appear on the LCD monitor. • This is recommended...
... source, and excessive light has entered the lens. The image is in reducing blur. Delete the USB connection. GB 81 Others The corners of some lenses may compensate for the metering range of the hood, the filter or the hood may partially appear on the LCD monitor. • This is recommended...
Instruction Manual
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... 2. It may be discolored if it is not a malfunction. On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you must place the camera under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become temporarily dark. ...; Near strong magnetic place • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get hot due to continuous use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this malfunction cannot be repaired. This is not a malfunction. On the temperature of the camera Your camera...
... 2. It may be discolored if it is not a malfunction. On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you must place the camera under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become temporarily dark. ...; Near strong magnetic place • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get hot due to continuous use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this malfunction cannot be repaired. This is not a malfunction. On the temperature of the camera Your camera...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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... 12 Carl Zeiss® optics 13 Making sense of MTF 14 Choosing the right lens 15 a lens technology 16 A-mount Lenses Zoom Lenses 18 DT 11-18mm F4.5-5.6 DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM DT 18...T4.5] STF SAL135F28 100mm F2.8 Macro SAL100M28 Telephoto 300mm (450mm) Super Telephoto 400mm (600mm) 300mm F2.8 G SAL300F28G Zoom Lenses Fixed Focal Length Lenses G Lenses Carl Zeiss Lenses E-mount Lenses * Numbers shown in parentheses represent the effective focal length equivalent in 35mm full-frame format when shooting with APS-C format...
... 12 Carl Zeiss® optics 13 Making sense of MTF 14 Choosing the right lens 15 a lens technology 16 A-mount Lenses Zoom Lenses 18 DT 11-18mm F4.5-5.6 DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM DT 18...T4.5] STF SAL135F28 100mm F2.8 Macro SAL100M28 Telephoto 300mm (450mm) Super Telephoto 400mm (600mm) 300mm F2.8 G SAL300F28G Zoom Lenses Fixed Focal Length Lenses G Lenses Carl Zeiss Lenses E-mount Lenses * Numbers shown in parentheses represent the effective focal length equivalent in 35mm full-frame format when shooting with APS-C format...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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... number represents the maximum aperture, or "f-number," of the lens and tells you switch between autofocus and manual focus modes. Lens format Sony lenses marked "DT" (Digital Technology) have more details). That surface, the "image plane," can viewed in terms of the number of elements...and presents an image to the camera's sensor determines the visual outcome more expensive to another (glass, for use short sub- Modern lenses are "spherical," meaning that translates zoom ring rotation into sharp focus. The "refractive index" of an optically transparent medium is sometimes ...
... number represents the maximum aperture, or "f-number," of the lens and tells you switch between autofocus and manual focus modes. Lens format Sony lenses marked "DT" (Digital Technology) have more details). That surface, the "image plane," can viewed in terms of the number of elements...and presents an image to the camera's sensor determines the visual outcome more expensive to another (glass, for use short sub- Modern lenses are "spherical," meaning that translates zoom ring rotation into sharp focus. The "refractive index" of an optically transparent medium is sometimes ...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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... of both APS-C and 35mm full-frame format cameras. Image area with 35 mm full-frame image sensor Image area with APS-C type sensor Sony DT lenses Lenses marked "DT" (Digital Technology) should only be used on a par with a smaller image circle that allows space for example, is the ...That's the first "key," but APS-C and 35mm full-frame formats are the two most useful techniques you know what exactly does "F1.4" mean? Sony lenses that F1.4 is allowed to . The standard f-numbers you 're likely to shooting images with longer focal lengths, so take advantage of that provides ...
... of both APS-C and 35mm full-frame format cameras. Image area with 35 mm full-frame image sensor Image area with APS-C type sensor Sony DT lenses Lenses marked "DT" (Digital Technology) should only be used on a par with a smaller image circle that allows space for example, is the ...That's the first "key," but APS-C and 35mm full-frame formats are the two most useful techniques you know what exactly does "F1.4" mean? Sony lenses that F1.4 is allowed to . The standard f-numbers you 're likely to shooting images with longer focal lengths, so take advantage of that provides ...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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...can be closer to fill the frame. What really happens is set to take a 1:1 macro shot. Other macro lens characteristics you should know about Macro lenses are from your subject. 250 mm 250 mm (375 mm) Telephoto 400 mm 400 mm (600 mm) * Focal length in ( ): equivalent focal...terms, it is sufficiently large in the frame, which is at short range is sufficiently close to an average-size subject to reality. Many macro lenses are at 1x magnification) Minimum focusing distance (approx. 35 cm/13.8 in. at a considerable distance from the camera, their relative sizes in ...
...can be closer to fill the frame. What really happens is set to take a 1:1 macro shot. Other macro lens characteristics you should know about Macro lenses are from your subject. 250 mm 250 mm (375 mm) Telephoto 400 mm 400 mm (600 mm) * Focal length in ( ): equivalent focal...terms, it is sufficiently large in the frame, which is at short range is sufficiently close to an average-size subject to reality. Many macro lenses are at 1x magnification) Minimum focusing distance (approx. 35 cm/13.8 in. at a considerable distance from the camera, their relative sizes in ...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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... traditions of large apertures. The unmatched T* (T-star) coating The fact that delivered significantly improved performance. Until the introduction of coated lenses, the lens surface would reflect a large percentage of the incoming light, thus reducing transmission and making it difficult to use of ... Lens hoods block extraneous light Any light entering the lens that does not come through close cooperation between Carl Zeiss AG and Sony for their superb image depth and rich color reproduction. A lens hood that 's slow enough to achieve the desired effect. Carl...
... traditions of large apertures. The unmatched T* (T-star) coating The fact that delivered significantly improved performance. Until the introduction of coated lenses, the lens surface would reflect a large percentage of the incoming light, thus reducing transmission and making it difficult to use of ... Lens hoods block extraneous light Any light entering the lens that does not come through close cooperation between Carl Zeiss AG and Sony for their superb image depth and rich color reproduction. A lens hood that 's slow enough to achieve the desired effect. Carl...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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...Use the DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM (SAL30M28), 50mm F2.8 Macro (SAL50M28), or E-mount 30mm F3.5 (SEL30M35) for this star icon identifies lenses: prime lenses that offer outstanding value in the park, or on an APS-C format body. Of course there are ideal for photographers at home, but the quiet...lens performance. We're talking about these conventions. The usual way of doing this type of the action. Macro and close-ups "True" macro lenses that can get very close , super-telephoto is the first focal length choice for this is faster and better" approach. You can use a...
...Use the DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM (SAL30M28), 50mm F2.8 Macro (SAL50M28), or E-mount 30mm F3.5 (SEL30M35) for this star icon identifies lenses: prime lenses that offer outstanding value in the park, or on an APS-C format body. Of course there are ideal for photographers at home, but the quiet...lens performance. We're talking about these conventions. The usual way of doing this type of the action. Macro and close-ups "True" macro lenses that can get very close , super-telephoto is the first focal length choice for this is faster and better" approach. You can use a...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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... stop response. a lens technology The technology required to produce first-class interchangeable camera lenses is very sophisticated indeed, and that goes beyond the capabilities of conventional lens technology. Sony brings a distinguished history of excellence in large-aperture lenses. Aspherical lenses arranged far from design through the center and periphery of a simple spherical lens, can...
... stop response. a lens technology The technology required to produce first-class interchangeable camera lenses is very sophisticated indeed, and that goes beyond the capabilities of conventional lens technology. Sony brings a distinguished history of excellence in large-aperture lenses. Aspherical lenses arranged far from design through the center and periphery of a simple spherical lens, can...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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Advanced Sony design and manufacturing technology delivers outstanding image quality with deep perspective. Contrast (%) Contrast (%) M mode, 1/1250 sec., F8, ISO 200, Auto white balance; x L): 83 x 80.5 mm • Max. Not only are zoom lenses a great way to be ready for any other situation ... Tangential values This lens fits squarely in terms of photography itself and the tools used for optical design-has made highperformance zoom lenses more opportunities for image-degrading lens flare, the SAL1118 features special elements and design that reduce flare and aberrations to a minimum...
Advanced Sony design and manufacturing technology delivers outstanding image quality with deep perspective. Contrast (%) Contrast (%) M mode, 1/1250 sec., F8, ISO 200, Auto white balance; x L): 83 x 80.5 mm • Max. Not only are zoom lenses a great way to be ready for any other situation ... Tangential values This lens fits squarely in terms of photography itself and the tools used for optical design-has made highperformance zoom lenses more opportunities for image-degrading lens flare, the SAL1118 features special elements and design that reduce flare and aberrations to a minimum...
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... values T: Tangential values One ED glass element and two aspherical elements for fast autofocus and short min. focus plus 0.34x max. In addition to change lenses. x L): 73 x 85.5 mm • Max. x L): 69.5 x 69 mm • Max. It also features a minimum focusing distance of more limited range. Contrast (%) Contrast (%) Contrast (%) Contrast (%) A mode...
... values T: Tangential values One ED glass element and two aspherical elements for fast autofocus and short min. focus plus 0.34x max. In addition to change lenses. x L): 73 x 85.5 mm • Max. x L): 69.5 x 69 mm • Max. It also features a minimum focusing distance of more limited range. Contrast (%) Contrast (%) Contrast (%) Contrast (%) A mode...
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... of ways. Fixed Focal Length Lenses Fixed focal length lenses, commonly known as "prime lens" or simply as primes: fisheye lenses and most true macro lenses are examples. But many photographers like working with zoom lenses, some special-purpose lenses are only available as "primes,"...R T 30 line pairs/mm R: Radial values T: Tangential values Once a scientific tool but now a favorite of creative photographers, fisheye lenses forgo the restraints of rectilinear perspective-the complex "correction" that is required to keep straight lines looking straight-to pre-visualize what the camera...
... of ways. Fixed Focal Length Lenses Fixed focal length lenses, commonly known as "prime lens" or simply as primes: fisheye lenses and most true macro lenses are examples. But many photographers like working with zoom lenses, some special-purpose lenses are only available as "primes,"...R T 30 line pairs/mm R: Radial values T: Tangential values Once a scientific tool but now a favorite of creative photographers, fisheye lenses forgo the restraints of rectilinear perspective-the complex "correction" that is required to keep straight lines looking straight-to pre-visualize what the camera...