Sony NEX-5N Instruction Manual

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GB10Preparing the cameraIdentifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.When the lens is removedA ON/OFF (Power) switch (25)B S

GB11Preparing the cameraA (USB) terminalB Hook for shoulder strapAttaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera.C HDMI terminal (

GB12Preparing the cameraA Battery/memory card cover (17, 21)B Tripod receptacle• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You

GB13Preparing the cameraxLensSee page 89 on the specifications of the lenses.E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5ND/5NK/5NY)A Hood indexB Foc

GB14Preparing the cameraE55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NY)A Focusing ringB Zooming ringC Focal-length scaleD Focal-length indexE Lens c

GB15Preparing the cameraCharging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (s

GB16Preparing the camera• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions.• We recommend char

GB17Preparing the cameraInserting the charged battery packxChecking the remaining battery levelCheck the level with the following indicators and perce

GB18Preparing the camera• The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances.xRemoving the battery packNoteTurn off the camera, make s

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• When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image s

GB21Preparing the cameraInserting a memory card (sold separately)xMemory cards that you can useYou can use following types of memory cards with this c

GB22Preparing the camera• Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible wi

GB23Preparing the cameraAttaching the flashWhen you want to use a flash during shooting, attach the flash device (supplied).The flash is enabled when

GB24Preparing the cameraz Carrying the flashThe flash case can be conveniently attached to the shoulder strap.Put the flash in the case when you are n

GB25Preparing the cameraTurning on the camera and setting up the dateWhen you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time a

GB26Preparing 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

GB27Mastering the basic operationMastering the basic operationShooting still imagesIn the (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject,

GB28Mastering the basic operation4Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.When the focus is confirmed, beeps sound and z lights up.Focus indica

GB29Mastering the basic operationRecording movies• The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. You ca

GB3• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.• Keep the battery pack out

GB30Mastering the basic operationPlaying back imagesxSelecting the imageTurn the control wheel. Or, slide the screen left or right.xPlaying back movie

GB31Mastering the basic operation* The movie is played back frame-by-frame.During movie playback Control wheel operationTouch panel operationPause/res

GB32Mastering the basic operationDeleting imagesYou can delete the image that is currently displayed.1Display the desired image, and press (Delete).O

GB33Mastering the basic operationOperating the cameraThe control wheel, soft keys and touch panel allow you to use various functions of the camera.xCo

GB34Mastering the basic operationxSoft keysThe soft keys have different roles, depending on the context.The assigned role (function) of each soft key

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

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

GB37Mastering the basic operationUsing the guide function of the cameraThe camera provides various “Help Guides” which explain the functions, and “Sho

GB38Using the recording functionsSetting the function using Photo CreativityYou can operate the camera intuitively using Photo Creativity, since the s

GB39Using the recording functionsxDefocusing the background easily (Background Defocus Control)• The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, dependin

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

GB40xPicture Effect1Select (Picture Effect) (page 38).2Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel.Or, slide the screen up or down to sel

GB41Using the recording functionsAdjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation)You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a rang

GB42Shooting still images continuouslyThe camera records images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.3Press Option, then turn

GB43Using the recording functionsChanging the screen display (DISP)1Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel.2Press DISP repeatedly to selec

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

GB45Using the recording functionsxScene SelectionxAnti Motion BlurThis is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blu

GB46xSweep Panorama/3D Sweep PanoramaWhile you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image.• The camer

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

GB48Selecting the flash mode• You cannot select [Fill-flash] with [Intelligent Auto].1Attach the flash and raise it (page 23).2Select MENU t [Camera]

GB49Using the recording functionsThe flash rangeThe range of the supplied flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperturevalue.Selecting the image s

GB5[ Note: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

GB50Still3D PanoramaPanoramaThe image size varies depending on the shooting direction (page 57). [Aspect Ratio]: 3:2 Usage guidelinesL:16M 4912 × 3264

GB51Using the recording functionsMovie* 1080 60i-compatible device** 1080 50i-compatible device• When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect

GB52Using the playback functionsEnlarging the playback image (Enlarge Image)1Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) butt

GB53Using the playback functionsDisplaying the image list1Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) button2Press (Image I

GB54Viewing images on a TVTo view images recorded on the camera on a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector

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

GB56xCameraAllows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash.Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continu

GB57Checking the functions availablexImage SizeAllows you to set the image size and aspect ratio, etc.Finder Display(DISP) Switches the information to

GB58xBrightness/ColorAllows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance.xPlaybackAllows you to set

GB59Checking the functions availablexSetupAllows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings.Image Index Selects the nu

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

GB60Grid Line Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the composition of images.(Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/Off)Peaking

GB61Checking the functions availableMovie Audio Rec Sets the sound for movie recording.(On/Off)Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie reco

GB62* Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera. Do not use an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera on an airplane. If the

GB63Checking the functions availableFunctions available for each shooting modeThe functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.In the ta

GB64Flash modes availableThe flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected.In the table below, indicates the functio

GB65Importing images to the computerImporting images to the computerInstalling the softwareTo utilize images recorded with the camera, the following s

GB66xMacintoshThe following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection.1Turn on yo

GB67Importing images to the computerWhat you can do with the supplied softwarex“PMB”With “PMB” you can do the following, etc.:• Import images shot wit

GB68Creating a disc of moviesYou can create a disc from AVCHD View movies that have been recorded with this camera.Depending on the disc type, playabl

GB69Importing images to the computer• Movies recorded with the [60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are con

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

GB70OthersChecking the number of recordable images• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the

GB71OthersMoviesThe table below shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous recording i

GB72xNumber of still images that can be recorded using a battery packThe approximate number of images that can be recorded is 430 images when you use

GB73OthersList of icons on the LCD monitorIcons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status.You can change the screen display using DISP

GB74BC60i/50i 60i/50i 60p/50p 24p/25p 24p/25p Recording mode of movies Memory card/Upload123Min Recordable time of movies 100%Remaining batteryF

GB75OthersD Focus mode±0.0Flash compensation Metering Mode Focus area mode Object Tracking Face Detection Soft Skin EffectAWB 7500KA7

GB76 Appears when Picture Effect did not work on the image.HistogramDisplay Indication

GB77OthersLearning more about the camera (α Handbook)“α Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied

GB78TroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.The battery pack cannot be installed.• When you insert the b

GB79Others• If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the ca

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

GB80• You are shooting in manual focus mode. Set [AF/MF Select] to [Autofocus].• Ambient light is insufficient.• The subject may require special focus

GB81OthersThe image is whitish (Flare).Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting).• The picture was taken under a strong light source, and exce

GB82PrecautionsOn the functions available with the camera• Your camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible.To check whether the camera is 10

GB83Others• Images may trail across on the LCD monitor in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. When turning on the camera in a cold location, t

GB84On operating temperaturesYour camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). Shooting in extremely cold

GB85Othersmay not be able to be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images to a computer or other storage location, then format the memory ca

GB86• Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices. DVD-based players or recorder

GB87OthersSpecificationsCamera[System]Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital cameraLens: E-mount lens[Image sensor]Image sensor: 23.5 × 15.6 mm (AP

GB88Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264Audio: Dolby Digital 2chDolby Digital Stereo Creator• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.Movie (MP4 View):

GB89OthersLens1)The values for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image

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

GB90On focal lengthThe picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mm-format film camera. You can find the approximate equivalent of th

GB91Otherstrademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual.• Add further

GB92IndexNumerics3D Sweep Panorama... 463D Viewing... 54AAF Illuminator ...

GB93OthersImage Index ... 53Image Size ... 49Install ...

GB94Soft Skin Effect....... 56Software........... 65Sony Image Data Suite ..... 67Spd Prio