Limited Warranty (US Only)
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... stored or preserved on your responsibility to backup any software products whether or not contained 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 Japan Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you . it does not cover any data...
... stored or preserved on your responsibility to backup any software products whether or not contained 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 Japan Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you . it does not cover any data...
α Handbook
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.... Orange index marks Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with the angle of view of the APS-C size.
.... Orange index marks Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with the angle of view of the APS-C size.
α Handbook
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... 1 If the lens is different. The type of the AF Range Control feature, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. For details on lenses compatible with [Depth Map Assist Continuous AF] and the assist area of lens The switch to... than [Manual Focus].) Set [Focus Mode] on Set [Focus Mode] on the camera to other than [Manual Focus]. [Manual Focus]. * When SSM lenses or SAM lenses compatible with DMF are 2 methods for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is equipped with the focus mode switch, set to AF.
... 1 If the lens is different. The type of the AF Range Control feature, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. For details on lenses compatible with [Depth Map Assist Continuous AF] and the assist area of lens The switch to... than [Manual Focus].) Set [Focus Mode] on Set [Focus Mode] on the camera to other than [Manual Focus]. [Manual Focus]. * When SSM lenses or SAM lenses compatible with DMF are 2 methods for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is equipped with the focus mode switch, set to AF.
α Handbook
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Ready to shoot. Ready to shoot. The shutter is focusing automatically, some lenses do not allow you to touch the rotating focusing ring. • The assist area of [Cont. Notes • While the camera is locked. Under insufficient ...
Ready to shoot. Ready to shoot. The shutter is focusing automatically, some lenses do not allow you to touch the rotating focusing ring. • The assist area of [Cont. Notes • While the camera is locked. Under insufficient ...
α Handbook
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... turn yellow. • You cannot use this function with the direct manual focus function, except when the lens is equipped with a motor (SSM, SAM lenses*). * Some SAM lenses may not be compatible with the direct manual focus function. Refer to the operating instructions of the lens. • The initial movement that sets... located within the AF range you use this function with the AF/MF control function, except when the lens is equipped with a motor (SSM, SAM lenses*). * Some SAM lenses may not be compatible with the AF/MF control function.
... turn yellow. • You cannot use this function with the direct manual focus function, except when the lens is equipped with a motor (SSM, SAM lenses*). * Some SAM lenses may not be compatible with the direct manual focus function. Refer to the operating instructions of the lens. • The initial movement that sets... located within the AF range you use this function with the AF/MF control function, except when the lens is equipped with a motor (SSM, SAM lenses*). * Some SAM lenses may not be compatible with the AF/MF control function.
α Handbook
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... operate with focal lengths of 300 mm or longer. • When a flash (sold separately) that is equipped with the AF range control function, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your preference. MENU button t 4 t Select the desired button* t [AF On] * Select the setting among [Func. AF ... AF] or the subject is moving in addition to use the contoured part of the subject, etc. Adjusting the focus • For details on lenses compatible with an AF illuminator is attached, the AF illuminator of the flash is used. • AF illuminator does not operate when the Smile Shutter...
... operate with focal lengths of 300 mm or longer. • When a flash (sold separately) that is equipped with the AF range control function, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your preference. MENU button t 4 t Select the desired button* t [AF On] * Select the setting among [Func. AF ... AF] or the subject is moving in addition to use the contoured part of the subject, etc. Adjusting the focus • For details on lenses compatible with an AF illuminator is attached, the AF illuminator of the flash is used. • AF illuminator does not operate when the Smile Shutter...
α Handbook
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... manufactures that are not mentioned here. • You cannot individually perform AF fine adjustment when using the Sony, Minolta, and Konica Minolta lenses that you may not be able to MF. 101 Adjusting the focus If "-" is displayed as the... Adj. the smaller the value, the nearer the focusing position to "±0," or reset the values of all the lenses with a lens of other manufacturers, the adjustment values of each lens. When you want to register a new lens,...been registered and no new lens can finely adjust the focus of Sony, Minolta, and Konica Minolta lenses may be registered.
... manufactures that are not mentioned here. • You cannot individually perform AF fine adjustment when using the Sony, Minolta, and Konica Minolta lenses that you may not be able to MF. 101 Adjusting the focus If "-" is displayed as the... Adj. the smaller the value, the nearer the focusing position to "±0," or reset the values of all the lenses with a lens of other manufacturers, the adjustment values of each lens. When you want to register a new lens,...been registered and no new lens can finely adjust the focus of Sony, Minolta, and Konica Minolta lenses may be registered.
α Handbook
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... color. Enhancing the outline of in-focus ranges (Peaking) You can enhance the outline of the focusing ring may damage the focusing ring (Except for lenses that is selected with the multi-selector is used. • When using a tele converter (sold separately), etc., rotation of in-focus ranges with the Direct...
... color. Enhancing the outline of in-focus ranges (Peaking) You can enhance the outline of the focusing ring may damage the focusing ring (Except for lenses that is selected with the multi-selector is used. • When using a tele converter (sold separately), etc., rotation of in-focus ranges with the Direct...
α Handbook
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... In auto focus mode: The focus mode is set to fine-tune the focus while pressing the shutter button halfway down. Note • Some SAM lenses are not compatible with it. Press the AF/MF button.
... In auto focus mode: The focus mode is set to fine-tune the focus while pressing the shutter button halfway down. Note • Some SAM lenses are not compatible with it. Press the AF/MF button.
α Handbook
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... on /off or select the type of grid line. You can check the recorded image on an astronomical telescope, etc. Select this when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as [Lens Comp.: Distortion], has not been performed, then display the same image to on the recorded image...
... on /off or select the type of grid line. You can check the recorded image on an astronomical telescope, etc. Select this when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as [Lens Comp.: Distortion], has not been performed, then display the same image to on the recorded image...
α Handbook
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...Reduces the color deviation at the edges, chromatic aberration, and distortion (only for automatic compensation compliant lenses). This item is set to [Auto] in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading Compensates for the distortion of the camera MENU button t... falloff at the corners of the screen caused by certain lens characteristics. For further information on automatic compensation compliant lenses, visit the Sony web site in the default settings. This item is set to [Auto] in the default settings.
...Reduces the color deviation at the edges, chromatic aberration, and distortion (only for automatic compensation compliant lenses). This item is set to [Auto] in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading Compensates for the distortion of the camera MENU button t... falloff at the corners of the screen caused by certain lens characteristics. For further information on automatic compensation compliant lenses, visit the Sony web site in the default settings. This item is set to [Auto] in the default settings.
α Handbook
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.... • The picture was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. Blurring of the camera. The optical properties of some lenses may compensate for the metering range of light appears on the LCD screen or in "Specifications." The image is too bright or too dark, it...
.... • The picture was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. Blurring of the camera. The optical properties of some lenses may compensate for the metering range of light appears on the LCD screen or in "Specifications." The image is too bright or too dark, it...
α Handbook
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... and lens wet. Using the products of other storage location, then format the memory card (page 183). • Before you use Sony lenses/accessories (including Konica Minolta products) designed to its capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera. 228 Precautions On memory ... water, sand, dust, salt, etc., left on a memory card or a card adaptor. This may be saved or recorded. On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that formatting permanently erases all for about 3 ...
... and lens wet. Using the products of other storage location, then format the memory card (page 183). • Before you use Sony lenses/accessories (including Konica Minolta products) designed to its capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera. 228 Precautions On memory ... water, sand, dust, salt, etc., left on a memory card or a card adaptor. This may be saved or recorded. On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that formatting permanently erases all for about 3 ...
Instruction Manual
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.... Orange index marks Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with the angle of view of the lens. Be sure to [On] in the Setup menu, a live view image in full screen...
.... Orange index marks Notes • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with the angle of view of the lens. Be sure to [On] in the Setup menu, a live view image in full screen...
Instruction Manual
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... functions, refer to focus on the subject. This chapter introduces some functions described in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 70 For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in the "α Handbook." Assist area After the camera focuses on the subject using the 19...
... functions, refer to focus on the subject. This chapter introduces some functions described in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 70 For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in the "α Handbook." Assist area After the camera focuses on the subject using the 19...
Instruction Manual
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... illuminator TTL phase-detection system, 19 points (11 points cross type) and 102 assist points* * The AF assist function can be used only with compatible lenses. -1 EV to 18 EV (at ISO 100 equivalent) Approx. 1 m to 7 m (3.3 feet to 23 feet) [Electronic viewfinder] Type Electronic viewfinder Screen size 1.3 cm (0.5 type) Total number...
... illuminator TTL phase-detection system, 19 points (11 points cross type) and 102 assist points* * The AF assist function can be used only with compatible lenses. -1 EV to 18 EV (at ISO 100 equivalent) Approx. 1 m to 7 m (3.3 feet to 23 feet) [Electronic viewfinder] Type Electronic viewfinder Screen size 1.3 cm (0.5 type) Total number...
Marketing Specifications
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... System Recording Media Type Color Space Still Image Mode Still Image Size 16:9 Still Image Size 3:2 Panorama Still Image Size Video Format Sony A-mount lenses, operation with Minolta/Konica Minolta lenses confirmed Sony A-mount interchangeable-lens digital camera "Exmor" CMOS sensor (35.8 x 23.9mm) Charge protection coating on low-pass filter and image sensor...
... System Recording Media Type Color Space Still Image Mode Still Image Size 16:9 Still Image Size 3:2 Panorama Still Image Size Video Format Sony A-mount lenses, operation with Minolta/Konica Minolta lenses confirmed Sony A-mount interchangeable-lens digital camera "Exmor" CMOS sensor (35.8 x 23.9mm) Charge protection coating on low-pass filter and image sensor...
Marketing Specifications
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...Operating System Compatibility Windows XP 7 SP3, Windows Vista 8 SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Mac OSX (v10.3-v10.8) Accessories Optional Accessories Sony System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with BRAVIA® Sync or Theatre Sync™...1 lb 12.7 oz (812 g) (with battery and memory stick) Power Battery Type InfoLITHIUM® NP-FM500H (7.2V) Number of launch the following lenses support AF-D: SAL2470Z, SAL2875, SAL50F14, SAL300F28GII, SAL70400G, SAL50050F4G. 5. Max. 8 faces detectable. AC Adaptor AC-PW10AM (sold sep. 4. In meters...
...Operating System Compatibility Windows XP 7 SP3, Windows Vista 8 SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Mac OSX (v10.3-v10.8) Accessories Optional Accessories Sony System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with BRAVIA® Sync or Theatre Sync™...1 lb 12.7 oz (812 g) (with battery and memory stick) Power Battery Type InfoLITHIUM® NP-FM500H (7.2V) Number of launch the following lenses support AF-D: SAL2470Z, SAL2875, SAL50F14, SAL300F28GII, SAL70400G, SAL50050F4G. 5. Max. 8 faces detectable. AC Adaptor AC-PW10AM (sold sep. 4. In meters...
Product Brochure and Specifications
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... full-frame Exmor CMOS sensor delivers beautiful, finely detailed images from corner to corner with full-frame wide-angle lenses. Thanks to innovations that only Sony-one of the world's leading image sensor developers-could achieve, the sensor is 1.5x more sensitive and 2x more... welcome the gorgeous bokeh and full compatibility with a wide dynamic range and low noise. Full-frame APS-C Light concentration technology Sony compressed the height of circuitry within the image sensor via newly developed proprietary processing technology to dramatically increase the amount of light collected...
... full-frame Exmor CMOS sensor delivers beautiful, finely detailed images from corner to corner with full-frame wide-angle lenses. Thanks to innovations that only Sony-one of the world's leading image sensor developers-could achieve, the sensor is 1.5x more sensitive and 2x more... welcome the gorgeous bokeh and full compatibility with a wide dynamic range and low noise. Full-frame APS-C Light concentration technology Sony compressed the height of circuitry within the image sensor via newly developed proprietary processing technology to dramatically increase the amount of light collected...
Product Brochure and Specifications
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Embedded data within the camera on supported A-mount lenses ensures optimal compensation. You can capture sharp images at shutter speeds 2.5 to 4.5 steps slower than otherwise possible without a tripod or flash, as well as of September 12, 2012) according to Sony's internal survey. 22 When developed with a full-frame image sensor (as take advantage...
Embedded data within the camera on supported A-mount lenses ensures optimal compensation. You can capture sharp images at shutter speeds 2.5 to 4.5 steps slower than otherwise possible without a tripod or flash, as well as of September 12, 2012) according to Sony's internal survey. 22 When developed with a full-frame image sensor (as take advantage...