Sony ILCE-7M2 Instruction Manual

4-564-359-11(1)ILCE-7M2Interchangeable Lens Digital CameraInstruction ManualE-mount“Help Guide” (Web manual)Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instruc

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

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Introduction of functionsGB11Creative Style (71)You can select the desired style from among 13 styles.You can also adjust certain image factors, such

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 useGB13Shooting with an E-mount lens compatible APS-C sizeThis camera is equipped with a 35 mm, full-frame CMOS senso

Notes on using your cameraGB14• The image may be slightly distorted near the corners of the viewfinder. This is not a malfunction. When you want to se

Notes on using your cameraBefore useGB15• Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p format can be played back only on 1080 60p/1080 50p-supported devices.•

GB16Before useChecking the supplied itemsThe number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.Supplied with all models:• Camera (1)• AC Adaptor AC

Before useGB17Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.When the lens is removedA Power switch/Shutter butt

Identifying partsGB18A Eyepiece cup (62)B ViewfinderC MENU button (35)D Eye sensorE Monitor (24)• You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable ang

Identifying partsBefore useGB19J For shooting: AF/MF (Auto focus/manual focus) button/AEL button (28)For viewing: (Image index) button (76)K MOVIE b

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 partsGB20A Image sensor position markB SpeakerC m (Microphone) jack• When an external microphone is connected, the microphone is turned o

Identifying partsBefore useGB21M Hooks for shoulder strap• Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.N (N mark)• This mark indicates the touch po

Identifying partsGB22A Battery insertion slot (48)B Battery cover (48)C Tripod socket hole• Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) l

Identifying partsBefore useGB23A Focusing ringB Zoom ringC Focal-length scaleD Focal-length indexE Lens contacts*F Mount index* Do not touch this part

GB24List of icons on the monitorThe status of the monitor is set to [Display All Info.] in the default settings.When you change the [DISP Button] sett

List of icons on the monitorBefore useGB25ADisplay Indication P P* A S M Shooting mode (69) Register number (69) Scene Recogn

List of icons on the monitorGB26B View Mode (67)100-0003 Folder - file number- Protect (43)XAVC S AVCHD MP4Recording mode of moviesDPOF DPOF set A

List of icons on the monitorBefore useGB27CDisplay Indicationz Lock-on AFLock-on AF guideEV scale Exposure compensation (37)/Metered ManualREC 0:12 R

GB28Functions listFunctions that can be operated using the buttons/dialsYou can set up or operate various functions using these buttons/dials.For the

Functions listGB29How to use the Quick Navi screenUsing the Quick Navi screen, you can change settings directly on the recording information display w

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

How to use the Quick Navi screenGB30Functions available on the Quick Navi screenNotes• Gray items on the Quick Navi screen are not available.• When us

Functions listGB31Operating the camera• You can turn the control wheel or press up/down/left/right on the control wheel to move the selection frame. P

Operating the cameraGB32You can turn the front dial or rear dial to change the settings required for each shooting mode with immediate effect.How to u

Functions listGB33Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) buttonThis button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shoo

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: 24M/M: 10M/S: 6.0M (3:2)L:

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB37Focus Area Selects the area of focus.(Wide/Zone/Center/Flexible Spot/Lock-on AF)

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB38 Long Exposure NRSets noise reduction processing for shots with a shutter speed of 1 second or

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB39 (Custom Settings)Audio Recording Sets whether to record audio when shooting a m

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 buttonGB40Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color when focusing manu

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB41e-Front Curtain Shut. Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter f

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB42 (Wireless)Custom Key Settings Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB43 (Application)You can connect to the PlayMemories Camera Apps™ download site via

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB44 (Setup)Monitor Brightness Sets the screen brightness.(Manual/Sunny Weather)Viewfinder Bright.

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonFunctions listGB45HDMI Settings Sets the HDMI settings.(HDMI Resolution/ 24p/60p Output*1/HDMI Inf

Functions that can be selected using the MENU buttonGB46*1 Only for 1080 60i compatible models.*2 Only for 1080 50i compatible models.If you switch th

Functions listGB47Using the In-Camera GuideYou can use [Custom Key Settings] to assign In-Camera Guide to the desired button.The In-Camera Guide displ

GB48Preparing the cameraCharging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 battery pack (supplied).The I

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

GB5Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU DirectivesManufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 JapanFor EU p

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 packGB52To remove the battery packTurn off the camera. Slide the lock lever after confirming that the access lamp (page 19) is of

Preparing the cameraGB53Inserting a memory card (sold separately)To remove the memory cardMake sure that the access lamp (page 19) is not lit, then pu

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)GB54You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be gua

Preparing the cameraGB55Attaching a lensSet the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens.1 Remove the body cap from the

Attaching a lensGB56Notes• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.• Do not use force when attaching a lens.• The Mount Adaptor (s

Preparing the cameraGB57Setting the date and timeWhen you turn on the camera for the first time or after you initialize the functions, the screen to s

Setting the date and timeGB58The date and time setup screen appears automatically when the power is turned on for the first time or when the internal

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

GB6NoteSome certification marks for standards supported by the camera can be confirmed on the screen of the camera.Select MENU t (Setup) t [Certifica

Shooting a clear image without camera shakeGB60Notes• The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on, right aft

Shooting a clear image without camera shakePreparing the cameraGB61Stabilize your upper body and take a position that keeps the camera from moving.Poi

GB62Removing the Eyepiece cupWhen attaching the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, remove the Eyepiece cup.Notes• When an FDA-A1AM

Shooting and viewing imagesGB63Shooting and viewing imagesShooting still imagesIn [Auto Mode], the camera analyzes the subject and allows you to shoot

Shooting still imagesGB645 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.• When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z or indicator lights.

Shooting and viewing imagesGB65Recording moviesNotes• The sound of the camera in operation may be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable th

GB66Playing 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 imagesGB67To play back still images, set [View Mode] to [Folder View(Still)], and to play back movies, set [Vi

GB68Deleting 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 modeGB69Selecting a shooting modeSelecting a shooting modeThe following shooting modes are available.Turn the mode dial and set t

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

GB70Functions available for each shooting modeThe functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.In the table below, indicates the funct

Various functionsGB71Various functionsUsing the various functionsThis manual mainly provides an introduction on the use of the camera and a list of fu

Using the various functionsGB72Using the [DRO/Auto HDR] function, you can capture various gradations of the contrast of images.[D-Range Opt.]: By divi

Using the various functionsVarious functionsGB73Notes• When shooting with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S], an SDXC memory card (64 GB or more and Clas

Using the various functionsGB74When [ File Format] is set to [MP4]Notes• Movies recorded in the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX

Using the various functionsVarious functionsGB75In addition to HD quality movie settings, the following items can be set: [Audio Rec Level], [Audio Le

Using the various functionsGB76Convenient functions for playback are as follows:A Magnifies or reduces images.• Turn the control wheel to magnify or

Using Wi-Fi functionsGB77Using 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 functionsGB78Connect the camera to your wireless access point. Before starting the procedure, make sure you have the

Using applicationsGB79Using applicationsAdding applications to the camera (Application downloading)You can add the desired functions to your camera by

GB8Preparing the cameraCharging the battery pack ... 48Charging time (Full charge) ...

Adding applications to the camera (Application downloading)GB80How to download applications directly using the Wi-Fi function of the cameraYou can dow

Viewing images on a computerGB81Viewing images on a computerUsing the softwareUse the following applications to optimize use of the images shot with y

Using the softwareGB82With Image Data Converter, you can do the following:• You can play back and edit images recorded in RAW format with various corr

Using the softwareGB83Viewing images on a computerThe software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use

Using the softwareGB84Notes• An Internet connection is required to install PlayMemories Home.• An Internet connection is required to use PlayMemories

Using the softwareGB85Viewing images on a computerConnect the camera to your computer. With Remote Camera Control you can:• Set up the camera or recor

GB86OthersChecking the number of images and recordable time of moviesNotes• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory c

Checking the number of images and recordable time of moviesOthersGB87Note that the actual numbers may differ depending on the conditions of use.Notes•

Checking the number of images and recordable time of moviesGB88The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatt

Checking the number of images and recordable time of moviesOthersGB89Notes• The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with V

GB9Using Wi-Fi functionsUsing the Wi-Fi and NFC one-touch functions ... 77Connecting the camera to a wireless access point ... 78Using

Checking the number of images and recordable time of moviesGB90• If you observe the following points, the recording time will be longer.– Keep the cam

OthersGB91SpecificationsCamera[System]Camera Type: Interchangeable Lens Digital CameraLens: Sony E-mount lens[Image sensor]Image format:35 mm full siz

SpecificationsGB92Exposure compensation: ±5.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 EV and 1/2 EV steps)When using exposure compensation dial: ±3.0 EV (1/3 EV st

SpecificationsOthersGB93[Power, general]Battery pack: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50[Power consumption (while shooting)]When using an FE 28-70 mm F

SpecificationsGB94Lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (Supplied with ILCE-7M2K)Focal length: 28 mm – 70 mmLens groups–elements: 8–9Angle of view: 75° – 34°M

SpecificationsOthersGB95Trademarks• Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• XAVC S and are registered trade

GB96IndexIndexAArea Setting ...58Audio settings...75AUTO ...

IndexIndexGB97MMemory card... 53, 54Memory recall... 39MENU... 35Mi

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