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... (ii) replace the product wiffla new or refurbished product. MINIII I II 2-696-103-11 Printed in the United States. 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 for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). It is...
... (ii) replace the product wiffla new or refurbished product. MINIII I II 2-696-103-11 Printed in the United States. 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 for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). It is...
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4-287-948-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook A-mount Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Functions list Viewing images on a computer Others Advanced operations Index SLT-A65/SLT-A65V ©2011 Sony Corporation
4-287-948-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook A-mount Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Shooting images to suit your subject Using the shooting functions Using the playback functions Functions list Viewing images on a computer Others Advanced operations Index SLT-A65/SLT-A65V ©2011 Sony Corporation
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...information on and setting the clock 28 Before shooting 30 Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment 30 Holding the camera properly 30 Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images 31 Recording movies 33 Playing back images 34 Deleting images (Delete 35 ...Shooting images to suit your camera 10 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items 13 Identifying parts 14 Charging the battery pack 20 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately...
...information on and setting the clock 28 Before shooting 30 Adjusting the viewfinder to the visual acuity (diopter adjustment 30 Holding the camera properly 30 Shooting and viewing images Shooting still images 31 Recording movies 33 Playing back images 34 Deleting images (Delete 35 ...Shooting images to suit your camera 10 Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items 13 Identifying parts 14 Charging the battery pack 20 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately...
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...can be selected with the Fn (Function) button 55 The functions selected with the MENU button 57 Using the guide function of the camera 64 In-Camera Guide 64 Shooting Tip 64 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 66 Using the software 68 Selecting the method for creating... a disc of movies ......... 72 Others List of icons on the camera. Preparation Setting up the camera 80 Removing the eyecup 80 The screen displayed for each shooting mode 77 Flash modes available 78 Advanced operations 79 This section...
...can be selected with the Fn (Function) button 55 The functions selected with the MENU button 57 Using the guide function of the camera 64 In-Camera Guide 64 Shooting Tip 64 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 66 Using the software 68 Selecting the method for creating... a disc of movies ......... 72 Others List of icons on the camera. Preparation Setting up the camera 80 Removing the eyecup 80 The screen displayed for each shooting mode 77 Flash modes available 78 Advanced operations 79 This section...
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... level gauge 83 Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed 83 List of icons for viewfinder mode 84 Shooting a clear image without camera shake 86 Camera shake warning indicator 86 Using the SteadyShot function 86 Using a tripod 87 Selecting the shooting mode 88 AUTO/ Flash Off 88 88 Scene Selection...
... level gauge 83 Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed 83 List of icons for viewfinder mode 84 Shooting a clear image without camera shake 86 Camera shake warning indicator 86 Using the SteadyShot function 86 Using a tripod 87 Selecting the shooting mode 88 AUTO/ Flash Off 88 88 Scene Selection...
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... images or movies in the same view mode 151 About playback on TV 152 3D Viewing 152 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 152 Setup of the camera GPS setting (SLT-A65V only 154 GPS Assist Data 155 GPS Auto Time Cor 155 Setting the aspect ratio and image quality 157 Aspect Ratio 157 Quality 157... Save 164 FINDER/LCD Setting 164 Lens compensation 165 Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading 165 Lens Comp.: Chromatic Aberration 165 Lens Comp.: Distortion 165 6 of the camera 159 Long Exposure NR 159 High ISO NR 159 Color Space 160 Release w/o Lens 160 Grid Line 161 Auto Review 161 Func.
... images or movies in the same view mode 151 About playback on TV 152 3D Viewing 152 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 152 Setup of the camera GPS setting (SLT-A65V only 154 GPS Assist Data 155 GPS Auto Time Cor 155 Setting the aspect ratio and image quality 157 Aspect Ratio 157 Quality 157... Save 164 FINDER/LCD Setting 164 Lens compensation 165 Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading 165 Lens Comp.: Chromatic Aberration 165 Lens Comp.: Distortion 165 6 of the camera 159 Long Exposure NR 159 High ISO NR 159 Color Space 160 Release w/o Lens 160 Grid Line 161 Auto Review 161 Func.
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...SLT-A65V only 203 3D-shootings 205 Memory card 206 7 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 166 Format 166 File Number 166 Folder Name 166 Select REC Folder 167 New Folder 167 Recover Image DB 168 Upload Settings 168 Resetting to the default 170 Confirming the version of the camera... 174 Computer Connecting the camera to the computer 175 Setting the USB connection 175 Connecting to the computer 175 Importing images to the computer (Windows...
...SLT-A65V only 203 3D-shootings 205 Memory card 206 7 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 166 Format 166 File Number 166 Folder Name 166 Select REC Folder 167 New Folder 167 Recover Image DB 168 Upload Settings 168 Resetting to the default 170 Confirming the version of the camera... 174 Computer Connecting the camera to the computer 175 Setting the USB connection 175 Connecting to the computer 175 Importing images to the computer (Windows...
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Basic operations The contents of the camera, see "Advanced operations" (page 79). 9 This section provides the basic information on operating the camera. To more effectively take advantage of the "Basic operations" section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied.
Basic operations The contents of the camera, see "Advanced operations" (page 79). 9 This section provides the basic information on operating the camera. To more effectively take advantage of the "Basic operations" section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied.
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...using the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder. • The recorded image may be damaged. Notes on the functions available with the camera • To check whether it may feel sick, stop watching 3D-images, and consult a doctor as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling while ...or the software used with an expert, such as floppy disk, credit cards near the LCD monitor. • Images may trail across on the camera in a cold location. No compensation for children under 6 years of the LCD monitor. Before allowing them to the operating instructions of the pixels...
...using the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder. • The recorded image may be damaged. Notes on the functions available with the camera • To check whether it may feel sick, stop watching 3D-images, and consult a doctor as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling while ...or the software used with an expert, such as floppy disk, credit cards near the LCD monitor. • Images may trail across on the camera in a cold location. No compensation for children under 6 years of the LCD monitor. Before allowing them to the operating instructions of the pixels...
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... high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the camera rises quickly. • When the temperature of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate. On GPS-compatible devices (SLTA65V only) • To determine whether your camera. GPS-compatible: SLT-A65V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A65 • Use GPS in this camera cannot be contrary to the provisions of the...
... high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the camera rises quickly. • When the temperature of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate. On GPS-compatible devices (SLTA65V only) • To determine whether your camera. GPS-compatible: SLT-A65V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A65 • Use GPS in this camera cannot be contrary to the provisions of the...
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SLT-A65K/ A65VK DT18-55mm SLT-A65Y/ A65VY DT18-55mm and DT55-200mm Notes on the supplied lens. The model name varies depending on using your camera 12 The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. Model name Lens SLT-A65/A65V -
SLT-A65K/ A65VK DT18-55mm SLT-A65Y/ A65VY DT18-55mm and DT55-200mm Notes on the supplied lens. The model name varies depending on using your camera 12 The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. Model name Lens SLT-A65/A65V -
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... the supplied items First check the model name of pieces. Common accessories • Camera (1) • BC-VM10A Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook (This manual) • Instruction Manual (1) SLT-A65K/A65VK • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid...
... the supplied items First check the model name of pieces. Common accessories • Camera (1) • BC-VM10A Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook (This manual) • Instruction Manual (1) SLT-A65K/A65VK • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid...
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Rear side Identifying parts Preparing the camera A Eyepiece sensors (80) B Viewfinder* • When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and when you take your face away from the ... v/V/b/B/DISP (Display) (81, 144)/WB (White balance) (134)/ (Drive) (46, 139)/ (Picture Effect) (131) I Control button (Enter)/AF button (112)/Object Tracking button (112) J (In-Camera Guide) button (64) For viewing: (Delete) button (35) K (Playback) button (34) * Do not directly touch this part. 15
Rear side Identifying parts Preparing the camera A Eyepiece sensors (80) B Viewfinder* • When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and when you take your face away from the ... v/V/b/B/DISP (Display) (81, 144)/WB (White balance) (134)/ (Drive) (46, 139)/ (Picture Effect) (131) I Control button (Enter)/AF button (112)/Object Tracking button (112) J (In-Camera Guide) button (64) For viewing: (Delete) button (35) K (Playback) button (34) * Do not directly touch this part. 15
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...ends of the REMOTE terminal. B REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RML1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the DC IN terminal on the camera. E Microphone jack • When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is turned off , then plug the connector of the AC ...Adaptor to the camera, turn the camera off automatically. Make sure that the cord of the microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the Remote Commander faces forward...
...ends of the REMOTE terminal. B REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RML1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) to the DC IN terminal on the camera. E Microphone jack • When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is turned off , then plug the connector of the AC ...Adaptor to the camera, turn the camera off automatically. Make sure that the cord of the microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the Remote Commander faces forward...
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You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods with a screw length of 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) or longer, and attempting to do so may damage the camera. Identifying parts 18 K Battery insertion slot (22) L Battery cover (22) M Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods with a screw length of 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) or longer, and attempting to do so may damage the camera. Identifying parts 18 K Battery insertion slot (22) L Battery cover (22) M Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
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...with an APS-C sized image sensor). Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A65K/ A65VK/A65Y/A65VY) Identifying parts DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A65Y/A65VY) Preparing the camera A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens ...contacts F Focusing mode switch G Mounting index • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM are designed for Sony Amount cameras (models equipped with the...
...with an APS-C sized image sensor). Lens DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A65K/ A65VK/A65Y/A65VY) Identifying parts DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (Supplied with the SLT-A65Y/A65VY) Preparing the camera A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens ...contacts F Focusing mode switch G Mounting index • The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM/DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM are designed for Sony Amount cameras (models equipped with the...
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... a temperature of 25°C (77°F). • The CHARGE lamp turns off when CHARGE lamp charging is completed. Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to the wall outlet (wall Plug socket).
... a temperature of 25°C (77°F). • The CHARGE lamp turns off when CHARGE lamp charging is completed. Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to the wall outlet (wall Plug socket).
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You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). 21 Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Notes • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of this temperature range. • Connect the battery charger to 86°F).
You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). 21 Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Notes • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of this temperature range. • Connect the battery charger to 86°F).
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... lever in percent figures is displayed according to the operating conditions of the arrow. The remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. Lock lever To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging... information related to drop the battery pack. Preparing the camera Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 5 Insert a memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the...
... lever in percent figures is displayed according to the operating conditions of the arrow. The remaining battery time in the direction of your camera. Lock lever To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging... information related to drop the battery pack. Preparing the camera Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 5 Insert a memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the...
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If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be imported to or played on SDXC memory cards.) 24... (sold separately) Battery level High "Battery exhausted." Types of memory card Still images Movies In this camera. Make sure that the device is the file system used . Never format the card in response to the... camera. However, all data on the card. (exFAT is compatible with this camera. Note • Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be prompted to work with...
If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be imported to or played on SDXC memory cards.) 24... (sold separately) Battery level High "Battery exhausted." Types of memory card Still images Movies In this camera. Make sure that the device is the file system used . Never format the card in response to the... camera. However, all data on the card. (exFAT is compatible with this camera. Note • Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be prompted to work with...