Sony SLT-A77VM User Manual Page 1

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10Direct manual focus ... 125AF/MF control ... 1

100Selecting the shooting mode• [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations:– You pan or tilt th

101Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)To set the pan or tilt directionYou can set the direction in which to pan or tilt the came

102Selecting the shooting modeProgram Shift Program AutoThis mode is suitable forz Using the automatic exposure, while keeping the custom settings for

103Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations) Aperture PriorityThis mode is suitable forz Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur e

104Selecting the shooting mode• The shutter speed may become slower depending on the aperture value. When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.•

105Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)To check blurring of the background (Preview button)• Press the preview button after you a

106Selecting the shooting mode• When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.• When shooting an indoor sport, select a higher ISO sensitivity.Notes•

107Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)• Press the button when you shoot with the flash. However, when using the flash, if you

108Selecting the shooting modeNotes• The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode.• When the mode dial is set to M,

109Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations) BULBThis mode is suitable forz Shooting trails of light, such as fireworks.z Shooting tra

11PlaybackThe screen displayed for playback mode ... 159Switching the screen during playback ... 159List of ico

110Selecting the shooting mode• Use a tripod.• Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks, etc. When the infinity position

111Shooting (Advanced operations)Movie recording setupMovie recording can be started from any exposure mode.The shutter speed and aperture value are a

112Movie recording setup• Do not shoot a strong light source, such as the sun. The internal mechanism of the camera may be damaged.• When you import A

113Movie recording setupShooting (Advanced operations)MENU button t 1 t [File Format] t Select the desired format5 Adjust the focus, then press the M

114Movie recording setup* 1080 60i-compatible device** 1080 50i-compatible deviceThe higher the average bit-rate, the higher the image quality.MENU bu

115Movie recording setupShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)] or [24p

116Adjusting the focusThere are 2 methods for adjusting the focus: autofocus and manual focus.Depending on the lens, the method for switching between

117Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)• Use [Single-shot AF] when the subject is motionless.• Use [Continuous AF] when the subject is in

118Adjusting the focusFocus indicatorSubjects that may require special focusingUsing the autofocus, it is hard to focus on the following subjects. In

119Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)Fn button t (AF area) t Select the desired settingFocus-lock1 Place the subject within the AF are

12Power Save ... 179FINDER/LCD Setting ... 179

120Adjusting the focusNotes• [AF area] is fixed to [Wide] and you cannot select other settings when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+ or Scene S

121Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)You can finely adjust the focus of each lens.Perform this operation only when needed. Note that yo

122Adjusting the focusNotes• Tracking may be difficult in the following situations:– The subject is moving too quickly.– The subject is too small, or

123Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually.

124Adjusting the focusYou can enhance the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the fo

125Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)You can make fine adjustments after adjusting the focus in auto focus (Direct manual focus). You c

126Adjusting the focusNote• The Direct manual focus function on the camera is not available when an SAM/SSM lens is attached.The Direct manual focus f

127Shooting (Advanced operations)Detecting facesThe camera detects faces, adjusts the focus, exposure, performs image processing, and adjusts flash se

128Detecting facesNotes• When the exposure mode is Sweep Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama or Continuous Advance Priority AE, the Face Detection function ca

129Detecting facesShooting (Advanced operations)MENU button t 5 t [Face Registration] t [Delete] t Select the face you want to delete• When you selec

13Trouble shooting/OthersTroubleshooting ... 203Warning messages ...

130Detecting faces• To focus on the smile, overlay the Face Detection frame and AF area.• Do not cover the eyes with bangs, etc. Keep the eyes narrowe

131Shooting (Advanced operations)Adjusting the brightness of the imageWhen shooting into the sun or by a window, and the exposure may not be appropria

132Adjusting the brightness of the imageFn button t (Metering Mode) t Select the desired mode• Use [Multi segment] metering for general shooting.• Whe

133Adjusting the brightness of the imageShooting (Advanced operations)Exposure compensation and flash compensationExposure compensation changes the sh

134Adjusting the brightness of the image• ADI flash is only available in combination with a lens that is provided with a distance encoder. To determin

135Shooting (Advanced operations)The flashPress the Fn button, select the desired flash mode, press the button, and shoot images (page 47).• The lens

136The flashwith a three dimensional feel by highlighting the contrast of light and shadow on the subject.For the actual steps of shooting, refer to t

137The flashShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• When the mode dial is set to S or M, slow sync shooting is not available using the SLOW SYNC button.•

138The flash• Before you connect the flash sync cord to the (flash sync) terminal, turn off the power of the connected flash. If the power is on, it

139Shooting (Advanced operations)Setting ISOSensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, t

14Basic operationsThis section provides the basic information on operating the camera. Read this section first. To more effectively take advantage of

140Setting ISOThe camera automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines the images, reduces the noise, and records 1 image. In multi fram

141Shooting (Advanced operations)Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range)Fn button t (DRO/Auto HDR) t Select the desired s

142Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range)• When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the image may be noisy. Select the

143Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range)Shooting (Advanced operations)• When the contrast of the scene is low or when c

144Setting the image processingSelect the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression.Fn button t (Picture Effect) t Se

145Setting the image processingShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• When Smart Teleconverter is used, the [Toy Camera] and [Miniature] effects are not

146Setting the image processing (Contrast), (Saturation), and (Sharpness) can be adjusted for each style box item. (Vivid) The saturation and cont

147Setting the image processingShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• When the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+ or Scene Selection, or the Picture Ef

148Adjusting the color tones (White balance)The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the light source. The table belo

149Adjusting the color tones (White balance)Shooting (Advanced operations)• Use the white balance bracket function if you cannot get the desired color

15Notes on using your cameraShooting procedure• This camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects: the LCD monitor mode using the LCD monitor, and the v

150Adjusting the color tones (White balance)Note• Since color meters are designed for film cameras, the values differ under fluorescent/sodium lamp/me

151Adjusting the color tones (White balance)Shooting (Advanced operations)Note• The message “Custom WB error” indicates that the value is beyond the e

152Adjusting the color tones (White balance)Note• If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with t

153Shooting (Advanced operations)Zooming in in one stepYou can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter (Digital zoom) and reco

154 Selecting the drive modeThis mode is for normal shooting.Note• When the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in Scene Selection, you cannot sho

155Selecting the drive modeShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• When is selected, the image recorded between the frames is displayed.• You cannot sh

156Selecting the drive modeexposure, and the camera shoots 3 or 5 images while automatically shifting the exposure.Notes• When the mode dial is set to

157Selecting the drive modeShooting (Advanced operations)The EV scale in bracket shooting* Ambient light: Any light other than the flash light that sh

158Selecting the drive mode3 images are recorded with the value of DRO Bracket shifted.You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC (the shutter is releas

159Playback (Advanced operations)Playback (Advanced operations)PlaybackThe screen displayed for playback modeEach time you press the DISP button, the

16Notes on using your cameraNotes on long-time recording• When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises. If the temp

160The screen displayed for playback modeB* When the image has a high-key or low-key portion, that portion is flashed on the histogram display (Lumina

161Playback (Advanced operations)Using the playback functionsTo return to the normal playback screenPress the button again.Notes• You cannot rotate

162Using the playback functionsMENU button t 1 t [Slide Show]t [Enter]Plays back recorded images in order (Slide Show). The slide show automatically

163Using the playback functionsPlayback (Advanced operations)Select a panoramic image, then press the center of the multi-selector.• Pressing it again

164Protecting images (Protect)You can protect images against accidental erasure.To cancel the protection of all the images or moviesYou can cancel the

165Playback (Advanced operations)Deleting images (Delete)You can delete only unnecessary images, or all the images.Once you have deleted an image, you

166Deleting images (Delete)You can delete all still images or movies by the same view mode currently displayed.Deleting all the images or movies in th

167Playback (Advanced operations)About playback on TVConnect the camera to a TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately) and play back images (page 57).N

168About playback on TVThe items for SYNC MENUNotes• The operations available are restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable.

169Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Setup of the cameraGPS setting (SLT-A77V only)If the camera has a

17Notes on using your cameraModel nameThis manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.The model name varies depending on the supplied

170GPS setting (SLT-A77V only)The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened by taking in GPS assist data. If the camera connect

171GPS setting (SLT-A77V only)Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)• There may be discrepancies of a few seconds.• Depending on the area, it may n

172Setting the aspect ratio and image qualityMENU button t 1 t [Aspect Ratio] t Select the desired ratioNote• This item cannot be set when the exposu

173Setting the aspect ratio and image qualitySetup of the camera (Advanced operations)About RAW imagesYou need the “Image Data Converter” software inc

174Setting the other functions of the cameraWhen you set the shutter speed to 1 second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned o

175Setting the other functions of the cameraSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or th

176Setting the other functions of the cameraThe grid line is an auxiliary line for shooting composition. You can set the grid line to on/off or select

177Setting the other functions of the cameraSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)To assign another function to the AEL buttonYou can assign one of

178Setting the other functions of the cameraNotes• When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large diameter lens attached, the ghosting of a blurre

179Setting the other functions of the cameraSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)You can set different time intervals for the camera to switch to

18Preparing the cameraChecking the supplied itemsFirst check the model name of your camera (page 17). The accessories supplied differ depending on the

180Lens compensationYou can automatically compensate the following characteristics: light fall-off at the edges, chromatic aberration, and distortion

181Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Setting the method for recording on a memory cardNote that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a mem

182Setting the method for recording on a memory cardMENU button t 1 t [Folder Name] t Select the desired settingNote• The MP4 movie folder form is fi

183Setting the method for recording on a memory cardSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)When inconsistencies are found in the image database file

184Setting the method for recording on a memory cardcard inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. is displayed on the screen when [Up

185Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Registering your own settingsYou can register 3 combinations of frequently used modes and settings in the

186Resetting to the defaultYou can reset the main functions of the camera.MENU button t 3 t [Initialize] t Select the desired setting t [OK]The items

187Resetting to the defaultSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)Movie shooting menu (Reset Default/Rec mode reset)Custom menu (Reset Default/Custo

188Resetting to the defaultPlayback menu (Reset Default)Grid Line (176) OffAuto Review (176) OffDISP Button(Monitor) (87) Display All Info./No Disp. I

189Resetting to the defaultSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)Memory Card Tool menu (Reset Default)Setup menu (Reset Default)Others (Reset Defau

19Preparing the cameraIdentifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A AF illuminator (120)/Self-timer lamp (155)B Shutter but

190Confirming the version of the cameraDisplays the version of your camera. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released.MENU button t 3 t

191Computer (Advanced operations)Computer (Advanced operations)ComputerConnecting the camera to the computerSelects the method used for a USB connecti

192Connecting the camera to the computer“PMB” allows you to easily import images.For details on “PMB” functions, see the “PMB Help.”Importing images t

193Connecting the camera to the computerComputer (Advanced operations)File name• ssss (file number) stands for any number within the range of 0001 to

194Connecting the camera to the computerNote• Use “iMovie” bundled with a Macintosh computer to import or operate AVCHD View movies.Perform the proced

195Computer (Advanced operations)Creating a movie discYou can create a disc from AVCHD View movies recorded on the camera.• Movies recorded with the [

196Creating a movie discCreating a Blu-ray discYou can create a Blu-ray disc with AVCHD View movies previously imported to a computer. Your computer m

197Creating a movie discComputer (Advanced operations)You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB.” For Blu-ray disc, see page 196.• Always ma

198Print (Advanced operations)PrintSpecifying DPOFUsing the camera, you can specify the still images before you print images at a shop or with your pr

199Cleaning (Advanced operations)Cleaning (Advanced operations)CleaningCleaning the camera and a lens• Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as

2Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.Record the serial number in the space provided below.Refer to these numbers when

20Identifying partsA Eyecup (86)B Eyepiece sensors (86)C Viewfinder*• When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and when yo

200Cleaning the image sensorIf dust or debris enters the camera and adheres to the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dar

201Cleaning the image sensorCleaning (Advanced operations)If another cleaning is needed after using the cleaning mode, clean the image sensor using a

202Cleaning the image sensorNotes• After the cleaning is finished, confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens. Otherwise,

203Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Trouble shooting/OthersTroubleshootingIf you experience t

204Troubleshootingoperate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 179).The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pa

205TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)The shutter does not release.• You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch,

206TroubleshootingThe flash does not work.• The flash mode is set to [Autoflash]. If you want to make sure the flash fires without fail, set the flash

207TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)The eyes of the subject come out red.• Activate the red eye reduction function (page 64

208TroubleshootingThe camera is not receiving a GPS signal.• Set [GPS On/Off] to [On] (page 169).• Your camera may not be able to receive radio signal

209TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)• When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack (page 25), or use the

21Identifying partsPreparing the cameraA Auto-lock Accessory shoe (135)B MENU button (62)C MOVIE button (38, 111)D FINDER/LCD button (179)E Display pa

210TroubleshootingCannot print images.• RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images first, convert them to JPEG images using “Image Data Convert

211TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)The message “Set Area/Date/Time.” appears when you turn on the camera.• The camera has

212Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Warning messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions below.Set Area/Date/Time.• S

213Warning messagesTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Unable to print.• You tried to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark.Camera overheating. Al

214PrecautionsDo not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, dry or humid placeIn places such as in a car parked in the sun

215PrecautionsTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)not use the camera at all for about 3 months it becomes completely discharged. In this case

216Precautionsviewfinder. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause a malfunction of your camera.• Do not use the camera near

217Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)To use your camera abroad — Power sourcesYou can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PW

218AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i spe

219Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)GPS (SLT-A77V only)This system allows you to pinpoint your exact location on the earth. The GPS satell

22Identifying partsA Microphone jack• When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is turned off automatically. When the external

220GPS (SLT-A77V only)Department of Defense, and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally.• Error during the triangulating processThe camer

221Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)3D-shootingsNotes on recording• [3D Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting:– Subjects are movin

222Memory card• Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.• Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:– High temperature lo

223Memory cardTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media*1*2*3“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media*1*2Available with your ca

224Battery pack/Battery charger• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions.• We recomme

225Battery pack/Battery chargerTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)frequently, use continuous shooting often, turn the camera on and off freq

226The LicenseNotes on the License“C Library”, “zlib”, and “libjpeg” software are provided in the camera. We provide this software based on license ag

227Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Checking the number of recordable images/recording timeNotes• When “0” (the number of recordable image

228Checking the number of recordable images/recording time* When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in

229Checking the number of recordable images/recording timeTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)“Memory Stick PRO Duo” (h (hour), m (minute))No

23Identifying partsPreparing the cameraJ Memory card insertion slot (27)K Memory card cover (27)L Battery insertion slot (27)M Battery cover (27)N Tri

230Checking the number of recordable images/recording timefollowing values indicate the continuous time from when the camera starts recording until th

231Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Specifications[System]Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital CameraLens A-mount lens[Image sensor]Im

232SpecificationsEye Point Approximately 27 mm from the eyepiece, 22 mm from the eyepiece frame at –1 m–1Diopter Adjustment –4.0 m–1 to +3.0 m–1 (diop

233SpecificationsTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Flash range[Continuous shooting]Continuous shooting speed Continuous Advance Priority AE

234Specifications• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.Movie (MP4 format) Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch[Recording med

235SpecificationsTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)BC-VM10A Battery chargerInput rating 100 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 9 WOutput rating 8.4 V

236Specifications* The values for equivalent 35mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera equipped with

237SpecificationsTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Trademarks• is a trademark of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,”

238SpecificationsAccessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available.

239IndexIndexIndexNumerics3D... 45, 100, 221AAdobe RGB... 175AE Lock ...

24Identifying partsDT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM(Supplied with the SLT-A77K/A77VK)DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM(Supplied with the SLT-A77Q/A77VQ)DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6

240IndexDelete...40, 165Delete confirm. ...69Dial exp.comp...50, 66Digital

241IndexIndexJJPEG ... 172LLandscape ... 44, 97Language...

242IndexRear control dial ...55Rear sync. ...47, 135Record Setting ...114Recordin

25Preparing the cameraCharging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FM500H “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (s

26Charging the battery packNotes• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions.• We recomm

27Preparing the cameraInserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)1While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the cover.2Firmly inse

28Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)To remove the battery packTo remove the memory cardCheck that the access lamp is not lit, th

29Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)Preparing the cameraThe following memory cards are compatible with this camera. However, all

3• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.• Keep the battery pack dry.• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by

30Attaching a lensNotes• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.• Do not use force when attaching a lens.• E-mount lenses are not

31Attaching a lensPreparing the camera• Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for the zoom or focus adjustment.To remove the lensTo attach

32Attaching a lens• When storing, turn over the lens hood and place it onto the lens backwards.Note on changing the lensWhen changing the lens, if dus

33Preparing the cameraTurning the camera on and setting the clockWhen you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears.1S

34Turning the camera on and setting the clockTo cancel the date/time setting operationPress the MENU button.To set up the date/time againWhen you turn

35Preparing the cameraBefore shootingNote• The dioptic adjustment attachment (sold separately) cannot be used with this camera.Stabilize your upper bo

36Shooting and viewing imagesShooting still imagesThe “AUTO” mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes

37Shooting still imagesShooting and viewing images5Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.When the focus is confirmed, z or (Focus indicator)

38Recording moviesNotes• The sound of the camera and the lens in operation may be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable sound recording by

39Shooting and viewing imagesPlaying back imagesNote• Movies recorded with other devices may not be played back on this camera.1Press the button. bu

4Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limi

40Deleting images (Delete)Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand.Note• Protected i

41Shooting images to suit your subjectShooting images to suit your subjectAdjusting the angle of the LCD monitorAdjust the LCD monitor to an easily vi

42Shooting with the various shooting modesThe following shooting modes are provided with the camera:Set the mode dial to the desired mode. (AUTO) (36,

43Shooting with the various shooting modesShooting images to suit your subjectScene recognized by the cameraShooting function (Manual Exposure) (107)A

44Shooting with the various shooting modes Scene Selection1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection).2 Select the desired mode with v/V, then press th

45Shooting with the various shooting modesShooting images to suit your subject Sweep Panorama/ 3D Sweep Panorama1 Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panor

46Shooting with the various shooting modes Continuous Advance Priority AE1 Set the mode dial to (Cont. Priority AE).2 Adjust the focus and shoot the

47Using the shooting functionsUsing the shooting functionsUsing the flashIn a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly,

48Using the flash(Flash Off) Does not fire even the built-in flash pops up.• You cannot select this item when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M. H

49Using the shooting functionsAdjusting the brightness of the imageExcept for exposure mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic expos

5Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems

50Adjusting the brightness of the imageNote• This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, or Scene Selection.To compensate th

51Using the shooting functions Selecting the drive modeYou can use an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes, such as single-shot advanced, cont

52Switching the recording information display (DISP)Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes as follows.You can

53Using the shooting functionsSetting image sizeMENU button t 1 t [Image Size] t Select the desired size[Aspect Ratio]: [3:2][Aspect Ratio]: [16:9]No

54Setting image size[3D Pan.: Image Size]16:9 1920 × 1080Standard 4912 × 1080Wide 7152 × 1080

55Using the playback functionsUsing the playback functionsEnlarging imagesA still image can be enlarged for closer examination. This is convenient to

56Switching to the display of the image listYou can display multiple images on the screen simultaneously.To return to the single-image screenPress the

57Using the playback functionsViewing images on a TV screenTo view images recorded on the camera on a TV set, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an H

58Functions listFunctions that can be operated with the buttons/dialYou can set up or operate various functions with these buttons/dial.For the locati

59Functions listSelecting a function with the Fn (Function) buttonThis button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shootin

6A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be rep

60Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) buttonThe functions that can be selected with the Fn button are as follows:Scene Selection (44

61Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) buttonFunctions listDRO/Auto HDR (141) Compensates for the brightness and contrast automatical

62The functions selected with the MENU buttonYou can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as shooting, playba

63The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunctions listMovie shooting menuHigh ISO NR (174) Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity s

64The functions selected with the MENU buttonCustom menuRecord Setting (114) Selects the size of the recorded movie frame.(60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)/60i

65The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunctions listDISP Button(Monitor) (87)Allows you to select the available screen display modes of the LCD

66The functions selected with the MENU buttonAF/MF button (177) Assigns the desired function to the AF/MF button.(Exposure Comp./Drive Mode/Flash Mode

67The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunctions listPlayback menuMemory Card Tool menuLens Comp.: Distortion (180)Compensates for distortion on

68The functions selected with the MENU buttonClock setup menuSetup menuFolder Name (181) Sets the folder format for still images.(Standard Form/Date F

69The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunctions list* Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera.Upload Settings*

7Table of ContentsBasic operations ...14This section provides basic information on operati

70Using the guide function of the cameraIn-Camera GuideWhen you press the (In-Camera Guide) button on the Fn screen or menu screen, a guide in accor

71Viewing images on a computerViewing images on a computerUsing with your computerFollowing applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to all

72Using with your computerThe following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection

73Viewing images on a computerUsing the softwareLog on as Administrator.Notes• If “PMB” has already been installed on the computer, and the version of

74Using the software• If a version of “PMB” under 5.0.00 has been installed on your computer, you may be unable to use some functions of those “PMB” w

75Using the softwareViewing images on a computerTo use “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help.Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t

76Using the softwareTo use “PMB,” refer to “PMB Help.”Double-click the shortcut of (PMB Help) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [

77Viewing images on a computerSelecting the method for creating a disc of moviesYou can create a disc from AVCHD View movies that have been recorded w

78Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies• The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions.• Movies recorded with the [60p

79OthersOthersList of icons on the screenGraphic Display (LCD monitor)Display All Info. (LCD monitor)For playback (Basic information display)ADisplay

8Switching the recording information display (DISP) ... 52Setting image size ... 53Image S

80List of icons on the screenBCFrame rate of movies (114) Image size of movies (114) 100% Remaining battery (28)Flash charge in progress (47)Setting

81List of icons on the screenOthersDEDisplay Indication Drive mode (51, 154) Flash mode (47, 135)/Red-eye reduction (64) Focus mode (116

82Functions available for each shooting modeThe functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.In the table below, indicates the functio

83OthersFlash modes availableThe flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected.In the table below, indicates the fun

85Preparation (Advanced operations)PreparationAdvanced operationsThis section provides further information on the camera.

86Setting up the cameraWhen attaching the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, remove the eyecup.Note• When the FDA-A1AM Angle Finde

87Preparation (Advanced operations)The screen displayed for shooting modeYou can select the desired screen mode. When you switch the screen by pressin

88The screen displayed for shooting modeNotes• The histogram does not indicate the final recorded image. It indicates the condition of the image just

89The screen displayed for shooting modePreparation (Advanced operations)Notes• The error of the digital level gauge is larger if you tilt the camera

9Graphic Display ... 89Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed ...

90The screen displayed for shooting mode• When [Setting Effect OFF] is selected, the Live View image in M mode is always displayed with the appropriat

91The screen displayed for shooting modePreparation (Advanced operations)B24M 12M 6.0M 20M 10M 5.1M Image size of still images (53) Image quality of

92The screen displayed for shooting modeC Smile Shutter (129) Exposure compensation (49)/Metered Manual (108)Flash compensation (132)EV scale (49,

93The screen displayed for shooting modePreparation (Advanced operations)* Even when the remaining number of recordable images is more than 9 999, “99

94Shooting a clear image without camera shake“Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shutter button has been pr

95Shooting a clear image without camera shakePreparation (Advanced operations)In the following cases, we recommend that you mount the camera on a trip

96Shooting (Advanced operations)ShootingSelecting the shooting modeSet the mode dial to , and shoot images (page 36).Note• Since the camera turns on

97Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection), select the desired mode, and shoot images (page 4

98Selecting the shooting mode• When you want finer images, set the mode dial to P, A, S, or M and use the creative style function (page 145). In such

99Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• Since the camera judges the settings automatically, many features will be unavailabl