Sony DSC-RX1RM2 User Manual

4-579-865-12(1)DSC-RX1RM2Digital Still CameraInstruction Manual“Help Guide” (Web manual)Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many fu

GB10Introduction of functionsThis section introduces some frequently used shooting functions and other unique functions.See the pages in parentheses f

Introduction of functionsGB11Shooting still images in 42 megapixels (69)You can shoot still images with extremely high resolution.Shooting with the vi

GB12Before useNotes on using your cameraShooting procedureThis camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects: the monitor mode using the monitor, and the

Notes on using your cameraBefore useGB13ZEISS lensThe camera is equipped with a ZEISS lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent

Notes on using your cameraGB14• Do not use an external flash with a high voltage flash sync terminal or inverse polarity. This may result in malfuncti

Notes on using your cameraBefore useGB15• Discs created from AVCHD movies recorded by this camera can be played back only on AVCHD-compatible devices.

GB16Before useChecking the supplied itemsThe number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.• Camera (1)•AC Adaptor (1)The shape of the AC Adapt

Before useGB17Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.A AF illuminator (37)/Self-timer lampB Lens hood in

Identifying partsGB18A Eye sensorB (Playback) button (64)C Control dial (32)D MOVIE button (63)E Control wheel (32)F Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)G FINDER

Identifying partsBefore useGB19A Shutter button (61)B Exposure compensation dial (29)C C1 (Custom 1) button (29)D Hooks for shoulder strap• Attach bot

GB2“Help Guide” is an on-line manual. You can read the “Help Guide” on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many

Identifying partsGB20• NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology.F ON/OFF (Power) s

Identifying partsBefore useGB21A Battery lock leverB Battery insertion slot (48)C Memory card slot (54)D Access lampE Tripod socket hole• Use a tripod

GB22Using the viewfinderNotes• Be careful not to push down on the viewfinder when it is being raised.• When storing the viewfinder, push it down slowl

Using the viewfinderBefore useGB23Switching between the viewfinder and the monitorThe displays on the viewfinder and monitor may differ depending on t

Using the viewfinderGB24To remove the eyepiece cupLoosen the eyepiece cup screw and remove the eyepiece cup.Notes• When the eyepiece cup is attached,

Before useGB25List of icons on the monitorThe status of the monitor is set to [Display All Info.] in the default settings.When you change the [DISP Bu

List of icons on the monitorGB26ADisplay Indication P P* A S M Shooting mode (67) Register number (67) Scene Recognition

List of icons on the monitorBefore useGB27B View Mode (65)100-0003 Folder - file number- Protect (43)XAVC S HD AVCHD MP4Recording mode of moviesDPO

List of icons on the monitorGB28C Focus peaking (40)Display Indicationz Lock-on AFLock-on AF guideBracket indicator Exposure compensation (37)/Mete

Functions listGB29Functions listFunctions that can be operated using the buttons/dialsYou can set up or operate various functions using these buttons/

GB3Battery packIf the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.• Do

GB30How to use the Quick Navi screenUsing the Quick Navi screen, you can change settings directly on the recording information display when the screen

How to use the Quick Navi screenFunctions listGB31Functions available on the Quick Navi screenNotes• Gray items on the Quick Navi screen are not avail

GB32Operating the camera• You can turn the control wheel or press up/down/left/right on the control wheel to move the selection frame. Press z in the

Functions listGB33Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) buttonYou can register frequently used functions to the Fn (function) button and recall

Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) buttonGB34You can select the functions to be displayed when you press the Fn (Function) button.MENU butto

Functions listGB35Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonYou can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute function

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB36 (Camera Settings) Image Size Selects the size of still images.(L: 42M/M: 18M/S: 11M (3:2)L: 3

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB37Bracket Settings Sets self-timer shooting in bracket mode, shooting order for ex

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB38Picture Effect Shoots images with a texture unique to the selected effect.(Off/Toy Camera/Pop

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB39 (Custom Settings) SteadyShot Sets SteadyShot for shooting movies. Reduces blur

GB4If you have any questions about this product, you may call:Sony Customer Information Center1-800-222-SONY (7669).The number below is for the FCC re

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB40DISP Button Sets the type of information to be displayed on the monitor or in the viewfinder b

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB41 AEL w/ shutter Sets whether to adjust the exposure by pressing the shutter butt

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB42 (Wireless) (Application)You can connect to the PlayMemories Camera Apps™ download site via th

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB43 (Playback) (Setup)Delete Deletes an image.(Multiple Img./All in this Folder/All

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB44Tile Menu Sets whether to display the tile menu every time you press the MENU button.(On/Off)M

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB45*1 [NTSC/PAL Selector] is only available for models that have AVCHD 50i recordin

GB46Using the In-Camera GuideYou can use [Custom Key(Shoot.)] to assign In-Camera Guide to the desired button.The In-Camera Guide displays explanation

Preparing the cameraGB47Preparing the cameraCharging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery pack.The

Charging the battery packGB48Notes• If the CHARGE lamp does not light up, check if the battery pack is firmly attached to the battery charger, and the

Charging the battery packPreparing the cameraGB494 Close the cover.5 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (suppli

GB5This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause

Charging the battery packGB50Notes• If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this i

Charging the battery packPreparing the cameraGB51The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. Conne

Charging the battery packGB52You can use the camera while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket) by using the AC Adaptor (supplied).Notes•

Charging the battery packPreparing the cameraGB53To remove the battery packTurn off the camera. Slide the lock lever after confirming that the access

GB54Inserting a memory card (sold separately)To remove the memory cardMake sure that the access lamp (page 21) is not lit, then push the memory card i

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)Preparing the cameraGB55When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)GB56Notes• Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly. For memory cards produced by manufacture

Preparing the cameraGB57Setting the language and the clockWhen you turn the camera on for the first time or after you initialize the functions, the la

Setting the language and the clockGB58To cancel the date and time setting operationPress the MENU button.The date and time setup screen appears automa

Preparing the cameraGB59Shooting a clear image without camera shake“Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shut

GB6For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal ser

Shooting a clear image without camera shakeGB60This camera is equipped with the SteadyShot function, which reduces camera shake during movie recording

Shooting and viewing imagesGB61Shooting and viewing imagesShooting still imagesIn [Auto Mode], the camera analyzes the subject and allows you to shoot

Shooting still imagesGB62Shooting techniques• When you turn the macro switching ring to “0,2m-0,35m,” the camera is set to macro mode. The shortest sh

Shooting and viewing imagesGB63Recording moviesNotes• The sound of the camera in operation may be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable th

GB64Playing back imagesIf you press V on the control wheel while playing back a movie, the control panel will be displayed.Notes• Movies recorded usin

Playing back imagesShooting and viewing imagesGB65To play back still images, set [View Mode] to [Folder View(Still)], and to play back movies, set [Vi

GB66Deleting imagesOnce you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Be sure that you want to delete the image before proceeding.Notes• Protected

Selecting a shooting modeGB67Selecting a shooting modeSelecting a shooting modeThe following shooting modes are available.Turn the mode dial and set t

GB68Functions available for each shooting modeThe functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.In the table below, indicates the funct

Various functionsGB69Various functionsUsing the various functionsThis manual mainly provides an introduction on the use of the camera and a list of fu

GB7Table of contentsIntroduction of functions ... 10Before useNotes on using your camera ...

Using the various functionsGB70[Focus Mode]: You can select the focus method to suit the movement of the subject.[Focus Area]: You can select the focu

Using the various functionsVarious functionsGB71You can select the desired kind of image processing from among 13 styles, and you can also adjust the

Using the various functionsGB72[Auto HDR]: Shoots 3 images with different exposures, and then overlays the correctly exposed image, the bright areas o

Using Wi-Fi functionsGB73Using Wi-Fi functionsUsing the Wi-Fi and NFC one-touch functionsYou can perform the following operations using the camera’s W

Using the Wi-Fi and NFC one-touch functionsGB74Connect the camera to your wireless access point. Before starting the procedure, make sure you have the

Using applicationsGB75Using applicationsAdding applications to the camera (PlayMemories Camera Apps)You can add the desired functions to your camera b

Adding applications to the camera (PlayMemories Camera Apps)GB76How to download applications directly using the Wi-Fi function of the cameraYou can do

Using a computerGB77Using a computerDeveloping RAW images (Image Data Converter)With Image Data Converter, you can do the following:• You can play bac

GB78Importing images to your computer and using them (PlayMemories Home)The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to

Importing images to your computer and using them (PlayMemories Home)GB79Using a computer• Movies recorded using the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], [60i

GB8Preparing the cameraCharging the battery pack ... 47Charging time (Full charge) ...

GB80Controlling the camera using your computer (Remote Camera Control)Connect the camera to your computer. With Remote Camera Control you can:• Set up

OthersGB81OthersChecking the number of images and recordable time of moviesNotes• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the me

Checking the number of images and recordable time of moviesGB82Note that the actual numbers may differ depending on the conditions of use.Notes• The a

Checking the number of images and recordable time of moviesOthersGB83The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card f

Checking the number of images and recordable time of moviesGB84Notes• The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Va

OthersGB85SpecificationsCamera[Image sensor]Image format:35 mm full size (35.9 mm × 24.0 mm), CMOS image sensorEffective pixel number of camera:Approx

SpecificationsGB86Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatibleVideo: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch, equipped with Dolby Digital S

SpecificationsOthersGB87Battery charger BC-DCXInput rating: DC 5 VOutput rating: 4.2 V DC, 0.86 AOperating temperature range:0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°

SpecificationsGB88Trademarks• Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• XAVC S and are registered trademarks

IndexGB89IndexIndexAArea Setting ... 58AUTO ... 61Auto Mode ...

GB9About language settingChange the screen language before using the camera if necessary (page 57).Using applicationsAdding applications to the camera

IndexGB90MMacro switching ring...62Memory card ...54, 55Memory recall ...67MENU ...

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