Sony NEX-5T/B Instruction Manual

4-469-371-11(1)NEX-5TPreparing the cameraMastering the basic operationUsing the recording functionsUsing the playback functionsChecking the functions

GB10Preparing the cameraIdentifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.When the lens is removedA Shutter button

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©2013 Sony Corporation Printed in ThailandNEX-5TAdditional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our C

GB11Preparing the camera1)Accessories for the Smart Accessory Terminal can also be attached.You cannot use the [Self-portrait Self-timer] function whe

GB12Preparing the cameraA Battery/memory card cover (14, 21)B Access lamp (22)C Memory card insertion slot (21)D Battery compartment (14)E Connection

GB13Preparing the cameraxLensSee page 96 on the specifications of the lenses.E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5TL/NEX-5TY)A Zooming/Foc

GB14Preparing the cameraCharging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (s

GB15Preparing the camera4Close the cover.5Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adapto

GB16Preparing the camera• If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates t

GB17Preparing the cameraxCharging by connecting to a computerThe battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB

GB18Preparing the cameraxChecking the remaining battery levelCheck the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD sc

GB19Preparing the cameraAttaching/removing the lensSet the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens.• When attaching a l

GB2Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers

GB20Preparing the cameraxRemoving the lens• If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and adheres to the surface of the

GB21Preparing the cameraInserting a memory card (sold separately)1Open the cover.2Insert a memory card.• Insert the memory card until it clicks as ill

GB22Preparing the cameraxMemory cards that you can useYou can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot b

GB23Preparing the cameraAttaching the flashWhen you want to use a flash during shooting, attach the flash device (supplied).Set the power switch of th

GB24Preparing the cameraSetting the date and timeWhen you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears.1Set the powe

GB25Preparing the camera• You cannot set the date, time and area by touching the screen.• You cannot superimpose the date on images on this camera. Us

GB26Mastering the basic operationMastering the basic operationShooting still imagesIn the (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject,

GB27Mastering the basic operationxShooting still images using touch operation (Touch Shutter function)The camera adjusts the focus and releases the sh

GB28Mastering the basic operationRecording movies• The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. • When

GB29Mastering the basic operationPlaying back imagesxSelecting the imageTurn the control wheel. Or, slide your finger from left to right across the sc

GB3• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a gen

GB30Mastering the basic operation* The movie is played back frame-by-frame.During movie playback Control wheel operationTouch panel operationPause/res

GB31Mastering the basic operationDeleting imagesYou can delete the image that is currently displayed.1Press (Delete). Or, touch on the screen.2Press

GB32Mastering the basic operationOperating the cameraThe control wheel, control dial, soft keys and touch panel allow you to use various functions of

GB33Mastering the basic operationxControl dialYou can set the aperture value and shutter speed, etc. by turning the control dial. The setting value as

GB34Mastering the basic operationxTouch panelYou can operate the camera intuitively by touching the screen or sliding your finger across the screen. T

GB35Mastering the basic operationxOperationsYou can select items and make settings in two ways; by one is using the control wheel, or by the other is

GB36Mastering the basic operation• You can perform most operations using both the control wheel/soft keys and the touch panel. However, some operation

GB37Using the recording functionsUsing the recording functionsSetting the function using [Photo Creativity]You can operate the camera intuitively usin

GB38• [Photo Creativity] is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted.• [Photo Creativity] is only available when [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior

GB39Using the recording functionsxPicture Effect1Select (Picture Effect) (page 37).2Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel. Or, slid

GB4UL is an internationally recognized safety organization.The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed.If you have any questions about this

GB40Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation)You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV.Using

GB41Using the recording functionsShooting still images continuouslyThe camera records images continuously while you are pressing and holding down the

GB42Changing the screen display (DISP)1Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel.z Shooting continuously at a higher speedSelect (Spd Prior

GB43Using the recording functions2Press DISP repeatedly to select the desired mode.• If the desired mode is not displayed, select MENU t [Camera] t [D

GB44Shooting with various shooting modes1Select MENU t [Shoot Mode].2Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center.Or, slide

GB45Using the recording functionsxScene Selection1Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 44).2Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press

GB46xSweep PanoramaWhile you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image.• The camera shoots continuou

GB47Using the recording functionsxShutter PriorityYou can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for

GB48x Aperture PriorityYou can shoot by changing the focus range or changing the intensity of background defocusing.1Select A (Aperture Priority) (pag

GB49Using the recording functionsxProgram Auto/Superior AutoIn [Superior Auto] mode, the camera shoots with higher quality than [Intelligent Auto] mod

GB5The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part

GB50ZoomingWith the [Zoom] feature of the camera, you can increase the magnification to a scale greater than that of the optical zoom scale of the len

GB51Using the recording functionsSelecting the flash mode• When the camera is charging the flash, blinks on the LCD screen. You cannot press the shu

GB52The flash rangeThe range of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value.Setting using the Fn (Function) buttonF2.8 F3.5 F5.6ISO100

GB53Using the recording functionsSelecting the image size/record settingThe image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you

GB54Using the playback functionsViewing images on a TVTo view images on the camera using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped w

GB55Checking the functions availableChecking the functions availableMenu listWhen you press MENU, the menu items [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Image Size],

GB56xCameraAllows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash.Program Auto Automatic shooting that allows you to

GB57Checking the functions availablexImage SizeAllows you to set the image size and aspect ratio, etc.Soft Skin Effect Shoots the skin smoothly in the

GB58xBrightness/ColorAllows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance.MovieFile Format Selects A

GB59Checking the functions availablexPlaybackAllows you to set playback functions.Delete Deletes images.(Multiple Img./All in Folder/All AVCHD view fi

GB6[ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection sys

GB60xApplicationYou can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application download website “PlayMemories Camera Apps” via the

GB61Checking the functions availablePeaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color.(High/Mid/Low/Off)Peaking Color Sets t

GB62Front Curtain Shutter Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter function.(On/Off)Long Exposure NR Sets the noise reduction p

GB63Checking the functions availableMain SettingsMenu start Selects a first-displayed menu from the top menu or the last menu screen.(Top/Previous)Fun

GB64HDMI Resolution Sets resolution when connected to HDMI TV.(Auto/1080p/1080i)CTRL FOR HDMI Sets whether or not to operate the camera using the TV r

GB65Checking the functions available* This setting appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. Do not use an Eye-Fi card

GB66Functions available for each shooting modeThe functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.In the table below, indicates the funct

GB67Checking the functions availableFlash modes availableThe flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected.In the tabl

GB68Importing images to the computerInstalling the softwareTo utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided with CD-ROM

GB69Importing images to the computerxMacThe following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a

GB7Table of contentsPreparing the cameraChecking the supplied items ...9Identifying parts ...

GB70What you can do with the supplied softwarex“PlayMemories Home”With “PlayMemories Home,” you can do the following:• You can import images shot with

GB71Importing images to the computer• “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the ap

GB72Adding functions to the cameraAdding functions to the cameraYou can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application down

GB73Adding functions to the cameraxLaunching the application1Select MENU t [Application] t desired application to launch.• There is another way to lau

GB74OthersChecking the number of recordable images• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the

GB75OthersMoviesThe following table shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files.(h (hour), m (minut

GB76• The maximum continuous recording time is approximately 29 minutes (limited by product specifications). • The continuous recording time of MP4 12

GB77OthersList of icons on the LCD screenIcons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status.You can change the screen display using DISP

GB78RAW RAW+JFINE STDImage quality of still images60i/50i 60i/50i 60p/50p 24p/25p 24p/25p Recording mode of movies 100%Remaining batteryFlash charge i

GB79OthersBCDDisplay Indication Soft keysDisplay Indication Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction±0.0Flash compensation Drive ModeSelf-portrait Se

GB8Checking the functions availableMenu list ... 55Functions available for ea

GB80±0.0Metered manual±0.0Exposure compensationISO400 ISO sensitivityAE lockShutter speed indicatorAperture indicatorREC 0:12 Recording time of the mo

GB81OthersLearning more about the camera (α Handbook)“α Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied

GB82TroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.The battery pack cannot be installed.• When you insert the b

GB83OthersThe power turns off suddenly.• When the camera or battery pack is too hot, the camera displays a warning message and turns off automatically

GB84Nothing is displayed on the LCD screen when the power is turned on.• If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns t

GB85OthersThe flash takes too long to recharge.• The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession

GB86The image is blurred.• The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is

GB87OthersPrecautionsOn the functions available with the camera• Your camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible.To check whether the camera

GB88• Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. When turning on the camera in a cold location, the LCD

GB89OthersCareThe surface of the LCD screen has a coating that may peel off if scratched. Please note the following points for handling and care.• Gre

GB9Preparing the cameraPreparing the cameraChecking the supplied itemsFirst check the model name of your camera (page 8). The accessories supplied dif

GB90Charging method of the internal rechargeable batteryInsert a charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall so

GB91Others• Clean the flash surface with a soft cloth. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt to adhere on the flash surface, resulting in smoking

GB92• Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p format can be played back only on 1080 60p/1080 50p-supported devices.Notes on wireless LANIf your camera i

GB93OthersSpecificationsCamera[System]Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital cameraLens: E-mount lens[Image sensor]Image sensor: APS-C format (23.5

GB94Dimensions (CIPA compliant) (Approx.):110.8 mm × 58.8 mm × 38.9 mm (4 3/8 inches × 2 3/8 inches × 1 9/16 inches) (W/H/D)Mass (CIPA compliant) (App

GB95OthersRechargeable battery pack NP-FW50Battery type: Lithium-ion batteryMaximum voltage: DC 8.4 VNominal voltage: DC 7.2 VMaximum charge voltage:

GB96Lens1)Power zoom2)The values for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized

GB97OthersTrademarks• The following are trademarks of Sony Corporation., “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” , “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick

GB98• Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available).• The ap

GB99OthersIndexAAccess Point Settings...... 65AEL w/ shutter........ 60AF Illuminator ........