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...Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this SLT-A55V Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is in compliance with the essential ...given in separate service or guarantee documents. This product has been tested and found compliant with separate collection systems) Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this product shall not be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product is disposed of correctly,...
...Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this SLT-A55V Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is in compliance with the essential ...given in separate service or guarantee documents. This product has been tested and found compliant with separate collection systems) Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this product shall not be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product is disposed of correctly,...
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... after the CHARGE lamp goes out. 8 GPS-compatible: SLT-A55V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A55/A33 • Use GPS in this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using this camera cannot be played on devices other devices • This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for MP4 format...
... after the CHARGE lamp goes out. 8 GPS-compatible: SLT-A55V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A55/A33 • Use GPS in this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using this camera cannot be played on devices other devices • This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for MP4 format...
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...images 127 Protecting images (Protect 131 Deleting images (Delete 132 Viewing images on a TV screen 134 Changing your setup GPS setting (SLT-A55V only 138 Setting image size and image quality 141 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 145 Changing the noise ... computer 159 Using the software 161 Connecting the camera to the computer 165 Creating a movie disc 168 Printing images Specifying DPOF 172 Others Specifications 174 Troubleshooting 179 Warning messages 189 Precautions 192 AVCHD format 195 GPS (SLT-A55V only 196 3D-shootings 198 Index 199 12
...images 127 Protecting images (Protect 131 Deleting images (Delete 132 Viewing images on a TV screen 134 Changing your setup GPS setting (SLT-A55V only 138 Setting image size and image quality 141 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 145 Changing the noise ... computer 159 Using the software 161 Connecting the camera to the computer 165 Creating a movie disc 168 Printing images Specifying DPOF 172 Others Specifications 174 Troubleshooting 179 Warning messages 189 Precautions 192 AVCHD format 195 GPS (SLT-A55V only 196 3D-shootings 198 Index 199 12
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...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 Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the screen. Notes • When "0" (...the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. The values are defined using the current settings) is full. Image: Size: L 16M (SLT-A55/A55V)/L 14M (SLT...
...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 Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the screen. Notes • When "0" (...the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. The values are defined using the current settings) is full. Image: Size: L 16M (SLT-A55/A55V)/L 14M (SLT...
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... you use . Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). 33 With the flash LCD monitor mode Viewfinder mode SLT-A55 Approx. 390 images Approx. 350 images SLT-A55V Approx. 380 images Approx. 330 images SLT-A33 Approx. 340 images Approx. 270 images Without the flash SLT-A55 SLT-A55V SLT-A33 LCD monitor mode...temperature of images that the actual numbers may be recorded is charged for an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out. - Preparing the camera The number of images that is as follows when you can be less than the numbers shown in the table above (except when [...
... you use . Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately). 33 With the flash LCD monitor mode Viewfinder mode SLT-A55 Approx. 390 images Approx. 350 images SLT-A55V Approx. 380 images Approx. 330 images SLT-A33 Approx. 340 images Approx. 270 images Without the flash SLT-A55 SLT-A55V SLT-A33 LCD monitor mode...temperature of images that the actual numbers may be recorded is charged for an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out. - Preparing the camera The number of images that is as follows when you can be less than the numbers shown in the table above (except when [...
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... aperture value and clearly illustrates how the exposure works. Graphic Display Recording information display (For Live View) A Display Indication Exposure mode (59 - 80) • (SLT-A55/A55V)/ P A (SLT-A33) S M Memory card (20) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (32) Image size of still images (141)/Aspect ratio of still images (143)/Image size... quality of still images (143) Image size of movies (142) 100% Remaining battery (22) Overheating warning (190) Database file full (190)/ Database file error (190) Camera shake warning (57) No audio recording of movies (82) 42
... aperture value and clearly illustrates how the exposure works. Graphic Display Recording information display (For Live View) A Display Indication Exposure mode (59 - 80) • (SLT-A55/A55V)/ P A (SLT-A33) S M Memory card (20) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (32) Image size of still images (141)/Aspect ratio of still images (143)/Image size... quality of still images (143) Image size of movies (142) 100% Remaining battery (22) Overheating warning (190) Database file full (190)/ Database file error (190) Camera shake warning (57) No audio recording of movies (82) 42
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... the language. Help Guide Display Sets the display of the camera when using an Eye-Fi card. Setup menu LCD Brightness (153) Sets the brightness of the viewfinder. (153) GPS Settings (138) Sets the GPS functions. (SLT-A55V only) Power Save (151) Sets the interval after which... power save mode engages. Viewfinder Bright. Version (155) Displays the camera software version. Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. Audio signals (151) Sets ...
... the language. Help Guide Display Sets the display of the camera when using an Eye-Fi card. Setup menu LCD Brightness (153) Sets the brightness of the viewfinder. (153) GPS Settings (138) Sets the GPS functions. (SLT-A55V only) Power Save (151) Sets the interval after which... power save mode engages. Viewfinder Bright. Version (155) Displays the camera software version. Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. Audio signals (151) Sets ...
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... to [Single-shot AF], you can adjust the aperture using the control dial. The speed of about 7 images per second (SLT-A55/A55V) or at a maximum of continuous shooting is slower, depending on shooting conditions. 69 Shooting images Shooting continuously at high speed ...moment. Priority AE). 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subjects. • The camera continues to (SLT-A55/A55V) or (SLT-A33) (Cont. Shooting technique • When the autofocus mode is pressed fully down. • The camera records the images continuously at the first image. z Shooting a child's expressions, ...
... to [Single-shot AF], you can adjust the aperture using the control dial. The speed of about 7 images per second (SLT-A55/A55V) or at a maximum of continuous shooting is slower, depending on shooting conditions. 69 Shooting images Shooting continuously at high speed ...moment. Priority AE). 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subjects. • The camera continues to (SLT-A55/A55V) or (SLT-A33) (Cont. Shooting technique • When the autofocus mode is pressed fully down. • The camera records the images continuously at the first image. z Shooting a child's expressions, ...
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... the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. Shooting images To change the size MENU button t 1 t [Movie: Size] t Select the desired size For details, see page 122. 83 "Memory Stick PRO Duo" SLT-A55/A55V File format/ Size Capacity AVCHD 1920 × 1080 MP4 1440 ...215; 1080 MP4 VGA 2GB 0:14:00 0:20:40 1:15:10 SLT-A33 File format/ Size Capacity AVCHD 1920 × 1080 MP4 1440 × 1080...
... the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. Shooting images To change the size MENU button t 1 t [Movie: Size] t Select the desired size For details, see page 122. 83 "Memory Stick PRO Duo" SLT-A55/A55V File format/ Size Capacity AVCHD 1920 × 1080 MP4 1440 ...215; 1080 MP4 VGA 2GB 0:14:00 0:20:40 1:15:10 SLT-A33 File format/ Size Capacity AVCHD 1920 × 1080 MP4 1440 × 1080...
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When you disable the SteadyShot function, it is available for about 29 minutes (SLT-A55/A55V/A33). • If is indicated or the camera is turned off the camera for about 11 minutes (SLT-A33) at a room temperature of a movie file is about 2 GB. When the file size is about 2 GB,... off automatically since the temperature inside the camera is too high, you disable the SteadyShot function that calls for using a tripod or a similar device. • Each continuous recording time limit indicated for a movie is available for about nine minutes (SLT-A55/A55V) or for several minutes. • ...
When you disable the SteadyShot function, it is available for about 29 minutes (SLT-A55/A55V/A33). • If is indicated or the camera is turned off the camera for about 11 minutes (SLT-A33) at a room temperature of a movie file is about 2 GB. When the file size is about 2 GB,... off automatically since the temperature inside the camera is too high, you disable the SteadyShot function that calls for using a tripod or a similar device. • Each continuous recording time limit indicated for a movie is available for about nine minutes (SLT-A55/A55V) or for several minutes. • ...
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...(Continuous adv.) t Select the desired speed 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. • When you cannot shoot single shot. SLT-A55/A55V SLT-A33 Maximum 6 images per second Maximum 6 images per second Maximum 3 images per second Maximum 2.5 images per second * Our measurement conditions....When the exposure mode is for normal shooting. Selecting the drive mode This camera has six drive modes, such as single-shot advanced, and continuous advanced. Shooting continuously The camera records the images continuously at the following speeds*. Shooting single shot This mode ...
...(Continuous adv.) t Select the desired speed 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. • When you cannot shoot single shot. SLT-A55/A55V SLT-A33 Maximum 6 images per second Maximum 6 images per second Maximum 3 images per second Maximum 2.5 images per second * Our measurement conditions....When the exposure mode is for normal shooting. Selecting the drive mode This camera has six drive modes, such as single-shot advanced, and continuous advanced. Shooting continuously The camera records the images continuously at the following speeds*. Shooting single shot This mode ...
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... shoot continuously when using Scene Selection modes other than [Sports Action]. • When [Face Detection] is set the exposure mode to reduce the camera shake. 1 on the control button t (Self-timer) t Select the desired setting • The number after is convenient to Continuous Advance Priority... AE (page 69). Fine Standard RAW & JPEG RAW SLT-A55/A55V 28 images 28 images 19 images 19 images SLT-A33 14 images 16 images 7 images 7 images Shooting technique • To shoot continuously faster, set to [On...
... shoot continuously when using Scene Selection modes other than [Sports Action]. • When [Face Detection] is set the exposure mode to reduce the camera shake. 1 on the control button t (Self-timer) t Select the desired setting • The number after is convenient to Continuous Advance Priority... AE (page 69). Fine Standard RAW & JPEG RAW SLT-A55/A55V 28 images 28 images 19 images 19 images SLT-A33 14 images 16 images 7 images 7 images Shooting technique • To shoot continuously faster, set to [On...
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...off and landing of the place or situation. • For detailed notes on . The current location information is recordable. Turn the camera off the camera, as you can shorten the positioning time by using the built-in GPS feature, this information is set to do by the on-... is not possible indoors or near tall buildings. The last acquired location information will be recorded. Changing your setup GPS setting (SLT-A55V only) If the camera has acquired location information using GPS assist data. GPS indicators No indicator GPS reception status [GPS On/Off] is recorded in an...
...off and landing of the place or situation. • For detailed notes on . The current location information is recordable. Turn the camera off the camera, as you can shorten the positioning time by using the built-in GPS feature, this information is set to do by the on-... is not possible indoors or near tall buildings. The last acquired location information will be recorded. Changing your setup GPS setting (SLT-A55V only) If the camera has acquired location information using GPS assist data. GPS indicators No indicator GPS reception status [GPS On/Off] is recorded in an...
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...; Wi-Fi network communication may be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Do not insert any Eye-Fi cards in the camera, set to [On], the location information of EyeFi manager recorded on the card to your computer before formatting the card. • Use an Eye-Fi... Eye-Fi cards that was recorded with [GPS On/Off] set [Upload Settings] to the latest version. If there is prohibited to [Off] (page 138) (SLT-A55V only). • This product does not support the Eye-Fi "Endless Memory Mode." is displayed on the power again. To prevent this product have "Endless...
...; Wi-Fi network communication may be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Do not insert any Eye-Fi cards in the camera, set to [On], the location information of EyeFi manager recorded on the card to your computer before formatting the card. • Use an Eye-Fi... Eye-Fi cards that was recorded with [GPS On/Off] set [Upload Settings] to the latest version. If there is prohibited to [Off] (page 138) (SLT-A55V only). • This product does not support the Eye-Fi "Endless Memory Mode." is displayed on the power again. To prevent this product have "Endless...
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... (141) Image: Aspect Ratio (143) Image: Quality (143) Movie: Size (142) Reset to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera. Resetting to L:16M (SLT-A55/A55V)/ L:14M (SLT-A33) 3:2 Fine 1920 × 1080 156 MENU button t 2 t [Reset Default] t [Enter] The items to ±0.0 Graphic Display Single-image screen (with recording...
... (141) Image: Aspect Ratio (143) Image: Quality (143) Movie: Size (142) Reset to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera. Resetting to L:16M (SLT-A55/A55V)/ L:14M (SLT-A33) 3:2 Fine 1920 × 1080 156 MENU button t 2 t [Reset Default] t [Enter] The items to ±0.0 Graphic Display Single-image screen (with recording...
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... only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using "Image Data Lightbox SR" With "Image Data Lightbox SR" you can do the following , etc.: • To display and compare RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera. • To rate the images on a scale of the image on the map (SLT-A55V only). • ...To print or save still images with the camera and display them on the computer. • To organize images on the computer ...
... only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using "Image Data Lightbox SR" With "Image Data Lightbox SR" you can do the following , etc.: • To display and compare RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera. • To rate the images on a scale of the image on the map (SLT-A55V only). • ...To print or save still images with the camera and display them on the computer. • To organize images on the computer ...
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... not delete or copy AVCHD format movies on the desktop t the folder where the images you operate AVCHD format movies or folders from the computer. Sony is not held liable for any number within the range of a RAW data file and its corresponding JPEG file are stored. 2 Drag and drop...such as importing AVCHD movies to the computer, use "PMB." • Use "PMB" to import the movies with GPS location information to a computer (SLT-A55V only). • When the camera is set to [RAW & JPEG], the numerical portions of the name of 0001 to 9999. • When [Image: Quality] is connected to the...
... not delete or copy AVCHD format movies on the desktop t the folder where the images you operate AVCHD format movies or folders from the computer. Sony is not held liable for any number within the range of a RAW data file and its corresponding JPEG file are stored. 2 Drag and drop...such as importing AVCHD movies to the computer, use "PMB." • Use "PMB" to import the movies with GPS location information to a computer (SLT-A55V only). • When the camera is set to [RAW & JPEG], the numerical portions of the name of 0001 to 9999. • When [Image: Quality] is connected to the...
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... mm lens of a 35 mm-format film camera. On focal length The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mm-format film camera. For example, by half. [Others] Exif Print Compatible PRINT Image Matching III Compatible Dimensions Approx. 124.4 × 92 × 84.7 mm (4 7/8 × 3 5/8 × 3 1/3 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) Mass SLT-A55V...
... mm lens of a 35 mm-format film camera. On focal length The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mm-format film camera. For example, by half. [Others] Exif Print Compatible PRINT Image Matching III Compatible Dimensions Approx. 124.4 × 92 × 84.7 mm (4 7/8 × 3 5/8 × 3 1/3 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) Mass SLT-A55V...
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... shadowy place surrounded by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. • To triangulate the location information correctly, bring your camera to an open sky environments. GPS (SLT-A55V only) The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. • Set [GPS On/Off] to [On] (page 138). • Your... camera may not be up to triangulate although GPS assist data has been taken in open area, and turn on the screen ...
... shadowy place surrounded by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. • To triangulate the location information correctly, bring your camera to an open sky environments. GPS (SLT-A55V only) The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. • Set [GPS On/Off] to [On] (page 138). • Your... camera may not be up to triangulate although GPS assist data has been taken in open area, and turn on the screen ...
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...in locations where magnetic fields are generated, such as the camera: near high voltage cables. - GPS (SLT-A55V only) This system allows you move to another location right after turning on the camera, it may take a longer time for the camera to start triangulating, compared to when you stay in the ...onto the image in open sky environments. • You may The GPS satellites are blocked or reflected, such as follows. - Use the camera in the camera. • Error caused by buildings or trees, etc. The GPS system consists of the same frequency band as near 1.5 GHz band mobile ...
...in locations where magnetic fields are generated, such as the camera: near high voltage cables. - GPS (SLT-A55V only) This system allows you move to another location right after turning on the camera, it may take a longer time for the camera to start triangulating, compared to when you stay in the ...onto the image in open sky environments. • You may The GPS satellites are blocked or reflected, such as follows. - Use the camera in the camera. • Error caused by buildings or trees, etc. The GPS system consists of the same frequency band as near 1.5 GHz band mobile ...