Sony DSC-WX5/B Handbook

© 2010 Sony Corporation 4-194-687-11(1)GBCyber-shot HandbookDSC-WX5/WX5CTable of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex10GBShooting without blurAnti Motion Blur···················································

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex100GBRed Eye ReductionThe flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex101GBBlink AlertWhen an image with the subject’s eyes closed is recorded while Face Detectio

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex102GBBeepChanges the settings of the sound produced when you operate the camera.1 MENU t (S

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex103GBLanguage SettingSelects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and message

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex104GBFunction GuideYou can select whether or not the function guide is displayed when you op

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex105GBDisplay colorSets the color of the screen display.1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settin

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex106GBDemo ModeYou can set whether to use a demonstration of Smile Shutter or AVCHD movie pla

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex107GBInitializeInitializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute [Initiali

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex108GBHDMI ResolutionWhen you connect the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI termi

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex109GBCTRL FOR HDMIThis setting allows (TV) remote control of a camera that is connected to a

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex11GBViewing 3D imagesViewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically·········

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex110GBCOMPONENTSelects the video signal output type from either SD or HD (1080i) in accordanc

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex111GBUSB ConnectSets the mode when the camera is connected to a computer or a USB device usi

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex112GBLUN SettingsSets the display method for the recording media displayed on a computer scr

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex113GBDownload MusicYou can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to change backgroun

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex114GBFormat MusicYou can delete all the background music files stored in the camera. It can

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex115GBPower SaveSets the length of time until the LCD screen goes dark and the time until the

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex116GBTransferJetYou can select TransferJet communication settings. TransferJet is a close-up

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex117GBEye-FiSets whether to use the upload function of an Eye-Fi card (commercially available

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex118GB• When you use a new Eye-Fi card for the first time, copy the install file of the PC ap

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex119GBFormatFormats the memory card or the internal memory. To ensure stable operations of th

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex12GBMENU/Settings SearchYou can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU b

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex120GBCreate REC.FolderCreates a folder in a memory card to store recorded images.Images are

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex121GBChange REC.FolderChanges the folder in the memory card that is currently used to store

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex122GBDelete REC.FolderDeletes the folder in a memory card that is used to store recorded ima

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex123GBCopyCopies all images in the internal memory to a memory card.1 Insert a memory card wi

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex124GBFile NumberSelects the method used to assign file numbers to images.1 MENU t (Settings

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex125GBArea SettingAdjusts the time to the local time of a selected area.1 MENU t (Settings)

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex126GBDate & Time SettingSets the date and time again.1 MENU t (Settings) t (Clock Set

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex127GBViewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TVYou can view images recorded on the ca

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex128GBViewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TVYou can view images recorded on the camera

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex129GBConnect the camera to the HDMI terminal of an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separate

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex13GB• [Quality] is displayed only when [Movie format] is set to [AVCHD].• Only the items tha

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex130GBConnect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV using the HD Output Adaptor Cable (sol

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex131GBViewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TVWhen you use a TV that has “BRAVIA” Sy

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex132GB• When the camera is connected to a TV set using an HDMI Cable, the functions that you

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex133GBUsing with your computer“PMB” and other applications are contained on the CD-ROM (suppl

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex134GBUsing the software1 Turn on your computer and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex135GB1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM dri

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex136GBConnecting the camera to a computer1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into th

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex137GB1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first. Double-click the newly recognize

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex138GBUploading images to a media serviceThis camera has a built-in application “PMB Portable

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex139GB1 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer.When you connect the camera a

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex14GBYou can change the settings on the (Settings) screen.1 Press the MENU button to displa

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex140GBCreating a disc of moviesYou can create a disc from AVCHD movies that have been recorde

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex141GBAn AVCHD disc with HD picture quality can be created from AVCHD movies imported to a PC

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex142GBDVD discs with standard definition image quality (STD) can be created using supplied “P

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex143GBPrinting still imagesYou can print still images using the following methods.• Printing

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex144GBTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.B

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex145GBThe remaining charge indicator is incorrect.• This is caused when you use the camera in

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex146GBRecording takes a long time.• When the shutter speed becomes slower than a certain spee

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex147GBThe date and time are not displayed on the LCD screen.• While shooting, the date and ti

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex148GBCannot play back images.• Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the cam

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex149GBA “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is not recognized by a computer with a “Memory Stick” me

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex15GB* [Eye-Fi] appears only when an Eye-Fi card (commercially available) is inserted in the

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex150GBCannot insert a memory card.• Insert it in the correct direction.You have formatted a m

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex151GBThe lens gets fogged.• Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leav

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex152GBWarning indicators and messagesIf a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex153GBSystem error• Turn the power off and then on again.Camera overheatingAllow it to cool•

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex154GBNo still images• There are no 3D images that can be played back in [3D Viewing] mode.•

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex155GBMP4 12M is not supported with this memory cardMP4 6M is not supported with this memory

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex156GBImage Database File error Cannot recover• Import all of the images to the computer with

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex157GBUsing the camera abroadYou can use the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5 AC Ad

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex158GBMemory cardThe types of memory cards that can be used with the camera are “Memory Stick

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex159GBNotes on using a “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately)• This product is compatib

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex16GBIdentifying partsCamera A Shutter buttonB (Burst) buttonC For shooting: W/T (zoom) leve

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex160GBBattery packOn charging the battery pack• We recommend charging the battery pack in an

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex161GBBattery charger• Only NP-BN1 type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the b

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex162GBIntelligent PantilterIntelligent Pantilter (sold separately) allows you to take picture

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex163GBAVCHD formatThe AVCHD format has been developed for high-definition digital video camer

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex164GBTransferJet standardTransferJet communications conform to the standard given below.Tran

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex165GBNumber of still images and recordable time of moviesThe number of still images and reco

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex166GBThe table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total time

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex167GBPrecautionsDo not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, co

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex168GBIndexNumerics3D Functions ...

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex169GBGGourmet ...

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex17GBList of icons displayed on the screenIcons are displayed on the screen to indicate the c

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex170GBSelf-diagnosis display...152Self-portra

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex171GBNotes on the License“C Library”, “Expat”, “zlib”, “dtoa”, “pcre” and “libjpeg” software

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex18GBBCDSmile Detection Sensitivity indicator Zoom scalingProtectPrint order (DPOF)Playback

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex19GBUsing the internal memoryThe camera has approximately 32 MB of internal memory. This mem

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex2GBHow to use this handbookClick on a button at upper right to jump to the corresponding pag

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex20GBUsing the mode dialSet the mode dial to the desired function. (Intelligent Auto Adjustme

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex21GBIntelligent Auto AdjustmentAllows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted au

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex22GBSuperior Auto AdjustmentThe camera combines Scene Recognition and high-quality image tec

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex23GBzWhat is the difference between Superior Auto Adjustment mode and Intelligent Auto Adjus

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex24GBBackground DefocusThe camera focuses only on the subject, leaving the background out of

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex25GBProgram AutoAllows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutt

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex26GBScene SelectionAllows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.1 Set the

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex27GB• When you shoot images using (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight) or (Fireworks) mode,

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex28GBFor shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of f

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex29GBIntelligent Sweep PanoramaAllows you to create a panoramic image from composite images.

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex3GBNotes on using the cameraNotes on the types of memory cards that you can use (sold separa

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex30GBzChanging the shooting direction or image size of a panoramic imageShooting Direction: M

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex31GBMovie ModeAllows you to record movies.1 Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode).2 Press the

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex32GBZoomYou can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enla

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex33GBTracking focusThe camera tracks the subject and adjusts focus automatically until you pr

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex34GBDISP (Screen Display Settings)1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control butt

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex35GBA histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. The graph display indicates a

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex36GBFlash1 Press (Flash) on the control button.2 Select the desired mode with the control

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex37GBSmile ShutterWhen the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.1 Pr

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex38GBSelf-Timer1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button.2 Select the desired mode with th

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex39GBzHints for preventing blurIf your hands or body moves while holding the camera and press

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex4GBNotes on the LCD screen and lens• The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-pre

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex40GBBurst buttonYou can select Single (single-image) or Burst as the shooting mode.You can a

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex41GBMOVIE (Movie) buttonYou can quickly start shooting movies from all REC modes.1 Press the

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex42GBViewing still images1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.2 Select

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex43GBPlayback zoomPlays back the enlarged image.1 Turn the (Playback zoom) lever to (T) dur

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex44GBImage IndexDisplays multiple images at the same time.1 Press the (Playback) button to

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex45GBDeleteAllows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images from

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex46GBzYou can switch between index and single-image mode when selecting imagesTurn the leve

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex47GBViewing burst imagesPlays back burst images.1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex48GBzViewing the burst images as a movie by tilting the camera to the right or leftTo view t

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex49GBViewing movies1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.2 Select a movi

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex5GBTable of contentsNotes on using the cameraHow to use this handbook·······················

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex50GBzOn the movie viewing screenSelect the image you want to display using b/B on the contro

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex51GB3D FunctionsThis camera is compatible with 3D functions. The 3D functions installed on t

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex52GBzFile name of the 3D imageA 3D image consists of both JPEG and MPO files.If you import i

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex53GB3D ShootingMultiple images are shot while the camera is moving, and these images are com

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex54GBzTips for shooting a 3D image• Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway,

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex55GBViewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopicallyYou can view the stereosco

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex56GBViewing an image on a 3D TVYou can view 3D images recorded on the camera in 3D format by

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex57GB• When you select (3D Viewing) mode, only 3D images are displayed.• If you play back a

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex58GBEasy ModeAllows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The tex

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex59GBzViewing in Easy ModeWhen you press the (Playback) button in Easy Mode, the playback s

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex6GBViewingViewing still images············································· 42Playback zoom·

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex60GBShooting DirectionSet the direction in which the camera will be panned when shooting in

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex61GBDefocus EffectSets the level of background defocus effect when shooting in Background De

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex62GBImage Size/Panorama Image Size/QualityThe image size determines the size of the image fi

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex63GBThe larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amo

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex64GBzOn “image quality” and “image size”A digital image is made up of a collection of small

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex65GBBurst SettingsYou can select Single (single-image) or Burst as the shooting mode.1 MENU

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex66GBBurst Shooting IntervalSelects the number of images taken per second for Burst shooting.

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex67GBEVYou can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex68GBISOSets the luminous sensitivity when the camera is in Program Auto mode.1 MENU t (ISO)

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex69GBWhite BalanceAdjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex7GBTVViewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV ·····································

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex70GB1 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper filling the screen under the same lighti

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex71GBFocusYou can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the prope

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex72GBzFocusing on subjects near the edge of the screenIf the subject is out of focus, do as f

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex73GBMetering ModeSelects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex74GBScene RecognitionThe camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes th

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex75GBzShooting two images with different settings and selecting the one you like (Advanced mo

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex76GBSoft Skin EffectWhen the Face Detection function is activated, sets whether to use the S

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex77GBSmile Detection SensitivitySets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detect

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex78GBFace DetectionDetects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure,

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex79GBzRegistering the priority face (Selected-face Memory)Normally the camera automatically s

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex8GBOthersUsing the camera abroad·································· 157Memory card ··········

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex80GBAnti BlinkWhen Scene Selection is set to (Soft Skin) or (Soft Snap) while you are sh

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex81GBSlideshowImages are automatically played back in succession.1 Press the (Playback) but

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex82GB1 MENU t (Slideshow) t [Slideshow with music] t z on the control buttonDisplays the set

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex83GB• The movies are played back without their audio.• The interval setting is invalid for m

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex84GB3D ViewingSelect [3D Viewing] when you want to play back images shot in 3D mode on the 3

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex85GBSend by TransferJetTransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows d

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex86GB1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.2 Closely align the (Transf

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex87GBView ModeAllows you to select the display format for images.1 Press the (Playback) but

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex88GBDisplay Burst GroupYou can select to display burst images in groups or display all image

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex89GBRetouchRetouches a recorded image and records it as a new file. The original image is re

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex9GBOperation SearchLeaving the settings to the cameraIntelligent Auto Adjustment············

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex90GBDeleteAllows you to select unwanted images for deletion.You can also delete images using

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex91GBProtectProtects recorded images against accidental erasure.The mark is displayed for r

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex92GBDPOFDPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the image

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex93GBRotateRotates a still image. Use this function to display a horizontal orientation image

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex94GBSelect FolderWhen multiple folders are created in a memory card, this function selects t

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex95GBMovie formatYou can set the recording method used to record movies.1 Set the camera to s

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex96GBAF IlluminatorThe AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject i

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex97GBGrid LineWith reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex98GBDigital ZoomSelects the Digital Zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical z

Table of contentsOperation SearchMENU/Settings SearchIndex99GBAuto OrientationWhen the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the cam