Sony DSC-RX10 User Manual

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your device.Before UseConfirming the operation

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Before UseNames of partsIcons and indicatorsUsing the strapAttaching the eyepiece cupAdjusting the viewfinderIn-Camera gui

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Identifying parts1. ON/OFF (Power) switch2. Shutter button3. For shooting: W/T (zoom) leverFor viewing: (Index) lever

1. (Display panel illumination) button2. Microphone3. Viewfinder4. Diopter-adjustment dial5. MOVIE (Movie) button6. (Flash pop-up) button7. D

4. (Headphones) jack5. Multi TerminalSupports Micro USB compatible device.6. HDMI micro jack7. Charge lamp8. Light sensor9. LCD screenYou can a

Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into thebattery compartment, and then pass the cord through t

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10List of icons on the screenList of shooting mode iconsList of viewing mode icons1. P P* A S M Shooting modeMemory numberM

100Remaining numberAspect ratio of still images20M / 18M / 17M / 13M / 10M / 7.5M / 6.5M / 5.0M / 4.2M / 3.7M / VGA Image size of still imagesImage qu

Setting Effect OFFWrite DateSmart teleconverterDatabase file full/Database file errorOverheating warningSmart ZoomClear Image ZoomDigital ZoomSpot met

Drive ModeMetering modeFlash mode/Red-eye reduction±0.0Flash compensationFocus mode7500K A5 G5White balanceFocus areaD-Range Optimizer/Auto HDRND filt

Control wheel functionControl dial functionFocus1/250Shutter speedF3.5Aperture value±0.0Metered Manual±0.0Exposure compensationISO400ISO sensitivityAE

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Display panelYou can set the shutter speed and aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, ISO, whitebalance, dri

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Confirming the operation methodConfirming the operation methodNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHe

Drive ModeRemaining batteryNumber of recordable images*ND Filter*Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9,999 images, “9999” will appe

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the shoulder strapAttach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product.1. Attach both ends of

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Attaching the eyepiece cupIt is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder.1. Tou

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment)Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10About the [In-Camera Guide]The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and settings,

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the control wheelWhen you turn or press the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel, you can select setting

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using MENU itemsIn this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camerafunct

4. Select the desired setting value, and press to confirm.Related TopicTile MenuNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation108

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the Fn (Function) buttonYou can recall functions when shooting images. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be reg

Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control wheel. The dedicatedsetting screen for the function appears. Follow t

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ShootingShooting still images/moviesSelecting a shooting modeNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHel

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the “Quick Navi”You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen when using the viewfinder.1. Press

Related TopicSwitching the screen display (Shooting)Notes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation112

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Shooting still imagesShoots still images.1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto).2. Adjust the monitor angle, a

Image is in the focus. The focused position will change to suit the motion of the subject.lights: The focusing is in progress.flashes: The focusing ha

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Shooting moviesYou can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button.1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording.To adjust

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10List of mode dial functionsYou can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.Available functions(Auto Mode

Related TopicIntelligent AutoSuperior AutoProgram AutoAperture PriorityShutter PriorityManual ExposureMemory recallMovieSweep PanoramaScene SelectionN

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Intelligent AutoThe product analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings.1. Set the mode dial

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Superior AutoThe product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settingsare s

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10About Scene RecognitionScene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode.This function allows

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using shooting functionsUsing the zoomUsing the flashSelecting a screen display modeSelecting still image size/image quali

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10The advantages of automatic shootingIn [Superior Auto] mode, the product shoots with higher quality than [Intelligent Auto

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Program AutoAllows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperturevalue).Yo

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Sweep PanoramaAllows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera.1. Set the

(B) Guidance barNoteIf the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in thecomposite image. If this h

Panorama: DirectionNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation125

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Scene SelectionAllows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.1. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selecti

Landscape:Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.Sunset:Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.Night Scene:Shoots nig

NoteIn the [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4 times and an image isrecorded.If you select [Hand-held Twilight] or [

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Shutter PriorityYou can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, forexampl

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Aperture PriorityYou can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing thebackground.1

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ViewingViewing still imagesDeleting imagesPlaying back moviesViewing panoramic imagesPrintingUsing viewing functionsViewin

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Manual ExposureYou can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture.1. Set th

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10BULBYou can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure.BULB is suitable for shooting trails of

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Memory recallAllows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or camera settings registered in advance.1. Se

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10MovieYou can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for recording movies. You canalso check t

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ZoomEnlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.Mov

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10The zoom features available with this productThe zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Zoom SettingYou can select the zoom setting of the product.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setti

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10About zoom scaleThe zoom scale that is used in combination with optical zoom 8.3x changes according to the selectedimage s

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Smart Telecon.Smart Teleconverter magnifies and trims the center of the image, then records it.1. MENU → (Custom Setting

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Zoom Func. on RingSets the zoom functions when using the manual ring to change zoom scales. The settings for [ZoomFunc. on

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Changing settingsSetup menuNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideHow to Use6

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using flashIn dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to prevent camera-shake.When sho

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Flash ModeYou can set the flash mode.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting.Menu item detailsFlas

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Flash Comp.Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of fl

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Switching the screen display (Shooting)You can change the display contents on the screen.1. Press the DISP (Display Setti

LevelFor viewfinder** [For viewfinder] is not displayed in viewfinder mode.Some display methods are not displayed in the default settings. The display

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10DISP Button (Finder)Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the viewfinder using (DisplaySet

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10DISP Button (Monitor)Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the monitor using (DisplaySetti

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Image Size (still image)The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-f

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Aspect Ratio (still image)Sets the aspect ratio of still images.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Quality (still image)Selects the compression format of still images.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Quality] → desired

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using Wi-Fi functionsConnecting this product and a SmartphoneControlling this product using a SmartphoneTransferring image

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Panorama: SizeSets the image size when shooting panoramic images. The image size varies depending on the[Panorama: Directi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Panorama: DirectionSets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [P

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Changing the focus method using the focus mode dialYou can select the focusing method to suit the movement of the subject.

Direct manual focus (DMF)Manual FocusMF Assist (still image)Notes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation154

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Focus AreaSelects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.1.

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Focus-lockShoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.1. Select AF-S by rotating the fo

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Manual FocusWhen it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually.1. Rotate t

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Direct manual focus (DMF)You can make fine adjustments manually after the focus is locked. You can quickly focus on a subj

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10MF Assist (still image)Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier. This works in Manual

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Focus MagnifierYou can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magn

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewing on computersRecommended computer environmentUsing the softwareConnecting this product and a computerCreating a mov

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Focus Magnif. TimeSet the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [ MF Assist] or [Focus Magnifier]functi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Peaking LevelEnhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focusshooting

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Peaking ColorSets the color used for the peaking function in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting.1. MENU → (Cu

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Lock-on AFSet up the tracking function to continue focusing on the subject.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Lock-on AF] →

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Lock-on AF (On)Maintains the focus on a moving subject automatically.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Lock-on AF] → [On].

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Pre-AF (still image)The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.1. MENU →

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10AF/MF controlYou can easily switch the focusing mode from auto to manual and vice versa while shooting withoutchanging you

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10AF Illuminator (still image)The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings.

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Eye AFFocuses on a person’s eyes when you press the button.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → assign

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Measuring the exact distance to the subjectThe mark shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Precautions/This productPrecautionsCleaning this productNumber of recordable still images and recordable time of moviesUsi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Exposure compensation dialBased on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or dark

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Metering ModeSelects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure.1. MENU

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10AE lockWhen the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subjector a subject n

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10AEL w/ shutter (still image)Sets whether to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down.1. MENU → (

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Exp.comp.setSets whether to apply the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light, orjust am

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ZebraThe zebra pattern will appear over the part of an image if the brightness level exceeds the IRE that youset. Use this

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Exposure Set. GuideSets the guide displayed when exposure settings are changed in the shooting screen.1. MENU → (Custom

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Drive ModeYou can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mo

Single BracketWB bracketDRO BracketNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation179

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Cont. ShootingShoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.1. MENU→ (Camera Settings) →

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10If you have problemsIf you have problemsNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTroubleshootin

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Spd Priority Cont.The product continues to shoot as long as the shutter button is pressed. You can continuously shoot at a

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Self-timerThe product shoots an image using the self-timer with a 10-second or 2-second delay.1. MENU → (Camera Setting

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Self-timer(Cont)Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after 10 seconds. You can choose the best shotfrom s

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Cont. BracketShoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter.Pres

Related TopicBracket orderNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation185

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Single BracketShoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter.Pre

When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting theISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is select

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10WB bracketShoots three images, each with different degrees of brightness according to the selected settings of whitebalanc

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10DRO BracketYou can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value.1. MENU → (Cam

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Bracket orderYou can set the shooting order for exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing.1. MENU → (Custom Setti

If you have problemsTroubleshootingMessagesSituations this product has difficulty handlingHow to UseTroubleshootingNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyrigh

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10TroubleshootingBattery pack and powerShooting still images/moviesViewing imagesWi-FiComputersMemory cardsPrintingOthersNot

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ISOSensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Multi Frame NRThe product automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines them, reduces the noise, andrecords

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10D-Range Opt. (DRO)By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow betweenthe

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Auto HDRWidens the range (gradation) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts with correctbrightness (HDR: H

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10White BalanceAdjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color tones ofth

filters for photography. Custom 1/Custom 2/Custom 3: Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup]. Custom Setup: Memorizes the basic white c

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] modeIn a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Picture EffectSelect the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images.1. MENU → (Camera Setting

effect may often be found in pictures of miniature models.Watercolor:Creates an image with ink bleed and blurring effects as if painted using watercol

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Creative StyleAllows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture)as yo

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10MessagesMessagesNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTroubleshooting12

For shooting autumn scenes, vividly highlighting the reds and yellows of changing leaves. Black & White:For shooting images in black and white mon

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10File Format (movie)Selects the movie file format.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ File Format] → desired setting.Menu it

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Record Setting (movie)Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit-rate,

Records the highest image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p).Bit-rate: Maximum 28 Mbps24p 24M(FX)*: 25p 24M(FX)**:Records high image quality movi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10SteadyShot (movie)Sets [SteadyShot] effect when shooting movies. If you set the [SteadyShot] effect to [Off] when using at

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Audio RecordingSets whether to record sounds when shooting movies.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Audio Recording] → des

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Audio Level DisplaySets whether to display the audio level on the screen.1. MENU→ (Custom Settings) → [Audio Level Displa

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Audio Rec LevelYou can adjust the audio recording level while checking the level meter.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [A

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Audio Out TimingWhen using headphones, you can set echo cancellation while shooting.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Audi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Wind Noise Reduct.Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Wind N

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Situations this product has difficulty handlingSituations this product has difficulty handlingNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)C

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Auto Slow Shut. (movie)Set whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the subject i

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10MOVIE ButtonSets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [MOVIE Button] → desired set

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10MemoryAllows you to register up to two often-used modes or product settings in the product. You can recall thesettings usi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function Menu Set.You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button.1. MENU → (Custo

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Custom Key SettingsAssigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the appropriateke

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function of the control wheelOnce you assign a function to the control wheel, you can perform that function by simply turn

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function of the AEL buttonOnce you assign a function to the AEL button, you can perform that function by simply pressing t

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function of the C buttonOnce you assign a function to the C button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the C

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function of the center buttonOnce you assign a function to the center button, you can perform that function by simply pres

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function of the left buttonOnce you assign a function to the left button, you can perform that function by simply pressing

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10How to UseBefore UseNames of partsIdentifying partsIcons and indicatorsList of icons on the screenDisplay panelUsing the s

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function of the right buttonOnce you assign a function to the right button, you can perform that function by simply pressi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Function of the down buttonOnce you assign a function to the down button, you can perform that function by simply pressing

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Smile/Face Detect.Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs imagepro

Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible.Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to be detected w

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Soft Skin Effect (still image)Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the [Face Detection] function.1. MEN

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Face Registration (New Registration)If you register faces in advance, the product can detect the registered face as a prio

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Face Registration (Order Exchanging)When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first wil

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Face Registration (Delete)Deletes a registered face.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [Delete].If you

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Red Eye ReductionWhen using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.1.

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Auto Obj. Framing (still image)When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are tr

The advantages of automatic shootingProgram AutoSweep PanoramaScene SelectionShutter PriorityAperture PriorityManual ExposureBULBMemory recallMovieUsi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10SteadyShot (still image)Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ SteadyShot]

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Long Exposure NR (still image)When you set the shutter speed to 1/3 second or longer (long exposure shooting), noise reduc

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10High ISO NR (still image)When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise that becomes more noticeable w

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Write Date (still image)Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Write

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Color Space (still image)The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction i

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Grid LineSets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition ofimages.1.

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Auto ReviewYou can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the displaytime for A

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Live View DisplaySets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance,[Crea

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10FINDER/MONITORSwitches the display between Electronic Viewfinder and the screen.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [FINDER/M

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Dial / Wheel LockYou can set whether the dial and wheel will be locked by pressing and holding the Fn (Function) button.1.

Peaking LevelPeaking ColorLock-on AFLock-on AF (On)Pre-AF (still image)AF/MF controlAF Illuminator (still image)Eye AFMeasuring the exact distance to

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Deactivate MonitorWhen you press the key to which the [Deactivate Monitor] function is assigned, the monitor display istur

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ND FilterIf you use an ND filter, the amount of light entering the camera is reduced. You can slow down theshutter speed a

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Playing back imagesPlays back the recorded images.1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode.2. Sel

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Playback zoomEnlarges the image being played back.1. Display the image you want to enlarge, and slide the W/T (zoom) leve

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Image IndexYou can display multiple images at the same time in playback mode.1. Slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Switching the screen display (during playback)Switches the screen display.1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button.The

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Deleting a displayed imageYou can delete an image displayed.1. Display the image you want to delete.2. Press the (Delet

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Deleting multiple selected imagesYou can delete multiple selected images.1. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired setti

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Playing back moviesPlays back the recorded movies.1. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode.2. Select

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Playing back panoramic imagesThe product automatically scrolls a panoramic image from end to end.1. Press the (playback

File Format (movie)Record Setting (movie)SteadyShot (movie)Audio RecordingAudio Level DisplayAudio Rec LevelAudio Out TimingWind Noise Reduct.Auto Slo

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Specify PrintingYou can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later.1. MENU →

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10View ModeSets the View Mode (image display method).1. MENU → (Playback) → [View Mode] → desired setting.Menu item detai

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Display RotationSelects the orientation when playing back recorded still images.1. MENU → (Playback) → [Display Rotatio

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Slide ShowAutomatically plays back images continuously.1. MENU → (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired setting.2. Select

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10RotateRotates a recorded still image counter-clockwise.1. MENU → (Playback) → [Rotate].2. Press on the center of the

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ProtectProtects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed on protected images.1. MENU → (Playback

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX104K Still Image PBOutputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K.1. Turn off this product

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewing images on an HD TVTo view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TVeq

output video or audio.Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable.Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI jack of the prod

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TVBy connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDM

ViewingViewing still imagesPlaying back imagesPlayback zoomImage IndexSwitching the screen display (during playback)Deleting imagesDeleting a displaye

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Monitor BrightnessYou can adjust the brightness of the screen.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewfinder Bright.When using an electronic viewfinder, this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder.1.

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Finder Color Temp.Adjusts the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] →

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Volume SettingsAdjusts the sound volume.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Volume Settings] → desired setting.Adjusting the volume dur

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Audio signalsSelects whether the product produces sound or not when you operate the product.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Audio

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Upload Settings(Eye-Fi)Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This it

This product does not support Eye-Fi “Endless Memory Mode.” Before using an Eye-Fi card, be surethat “Endless Memory Mode” is turned off.Notes on use4

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Tile MenuSelects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button.1. MENU → (Setup)

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Mode Dial GuideYou can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settingsavail

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Delete confirm.You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as the default setting on the delete confirmationscree

HDMI ResolutionCTRL FOR HDMIHDMI Info. DisplayUSB ConnectionUSB LUN SettingLanguage Date/Time SetupArea SettingFormatFile NumberSelect REC FolderNew F

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Display QualityYou can change the display quality.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting.Menu item detai

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Pwr Save Start TimeYou can set time intervals to switch to power save mode. To return to shooting mode, perform anoperatio

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10PAL/NTSC SelectorPlays back movies recorded with the product on a PAL/NTSC system TV.1. MENU → (Setup) → [PAL/NTSC Sele

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Demo ModeThe [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically(demonstration), when the c

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10HDMI ResolutionWhen you connect the product to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI cable(sold sepa

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10CTRL FOR HDMIWhen connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately),you can o

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10HDMI Info. DisplaySelects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using anH

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10USB ConnectionSelects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to thisproduct.1. M

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10USB LUN SettingEnhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions.1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → de

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.1. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desi

Viewing on computersRecommended computer environmentRecommended computer environmentUsing the software“PlayMemories Home”Installing “PlayMemories Home

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Date/Time SetupSets the date and time again.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting.Menu item detailsDay

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Area SettingSets the area where you are using the product.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area.Notes on use

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10FormatFormats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time,it is recomme

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10File NumberSelects how to assign file numbers to recorded images.1. MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → desired setting.Men

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Select REC FolderYou can change the recording folder to which images are recorded.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder

Table Of ContentsBefore Use 1...

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10TroubleshootingIf you have problemsIf you have problemsTroubleshootingTroubleshootingBattery pack and powerYou cannot inse

The image is blurred.The LCD screen darkens after a short period of time passed.The flash takes too long to recharge.Viewing imagesImages cannot be pl

Warning messagesSituations this product has difficulty handlingSituations this product has difficulty handlingSituations this product has difficulty h

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Notes on useBefore useTo make full use of this content, please read the following notes thoroughly. Please note that they

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Names of partsIdentifying partsNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideHow to Use25

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Icons and indicatorsList of icons on the screenDisplay panelYou can set the shutter speed and aperture, exposure compensat

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the strapUsing the shoulder strapAttach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product.Notes on

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Attaching the eyepiece cupAttaching the eyepiece cupIt is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Adjusting the viewfinderAdjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment)Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight u

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10In-Camera guideAbout the [In-Camera Guide]The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button,

About zoom scale 138...Smart Telecon 139...

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Confirming the operation methodUsing the control wheelUsing MENU itemsIn this section, you learn how to change settings re

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Shooting still images/moviesShooting still imagesShoots still images.Shooting moviesYou can record movies by pressing the

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Selecting a shooting modeList of mode dial functionsYou can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.Inte

Manual ExposureYou can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture.BULBYou can shoot a trailing image of

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the zoomZoomEnlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.The zoom features available with this productThe

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the flashUsing flashIn dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to prevent camera

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Selecting a screen display modeSwitching the screen display (Shooting)You can change the display contents on the screen.DI

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Selecting still image size/image qualityImage Size (still image)The larger the image size, the more detail will be reprodu

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Adjusting the focusChanging the focus method using the focus mode dialYou can select the focusing method to suit the movem

Lock-on AFSet up the tracking function to continue focusing on the subject.Lock-on AF (On)Maintains the focus on a moving subject automatically.Pre-AF

Zebra 176...Exposure Set. G

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Adjusting the exposureExposure compensation dialBased on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)Drive ModeYou can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-ti

Bracket orderYou can set the shooting order for exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing.Notes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corpor

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Selecting the ISO sensitivityISOSensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index).Multi Fra

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Correcting the brightness or contrastD-Range Opt. (DRO)By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the co

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Adjusting color tonesWhite BalanceAdjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions.Capturing a basic whit

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Selecting an effect modePicture EffectSelect the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images.Crea

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Recording moviesFile Format (movie)Selects the movie file format.Record Setting (movie)Selects the image size, frame rate,

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Customizing the shooting functions for convenient useMemoryAllows you to register up to two often-used modes or product se

Once you assign a function to the right button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the rightbutton when the shooting information screen

Function of the control wheel 216...Function of the AEL button

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Setting the other functions of this productSmile/Face Detect.Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exp

High ISO NR (still image)When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when theproduct sensitivity i

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewing still imagesPlaying back imagesPlays back the recorded images.Playback zoomEnlarges the image being played back.Im

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Deleting imagesDeleting a displayed imageYou can delete an image displayed.Deleting multiple selected imagesYou can delete

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Playing back moviesPlaying back moviesPlays back the recorded movies.Notes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corpor

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewing panoramic imagesPlaying back panoramic imagesThe product automatically scrolls a panoramic image from end to end.N

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10PrintingSpecify PrintingYou can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later.Notes

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using viewing functionsView ModeSets the View Mode (image display method).Display RotationSelects the orientation when pla

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewing images on a TVViewing images on an HD TVTo view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold sepa

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Setup menuMonitor BrightnessYou can adjust the brightness of the screen.Viewfinder Bright.When using an electronic viewfin

Using viewing functions 58...View Mode 252...

Pwr Save Start TimeYou can set time intervals to switch to power save mode.PAL/NTSC SelectorPlays back movies recorded with the product on a PAL/NTSC

Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded images.Select REC FolderYou can change the recording folder to which images are recorded.New FolderCrea

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Connecting this product and a Smartphone“PlayMemories Mobile”To use [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] or [Send to Smartphone], etc., th

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Controlling this product using a SmartphoneCtrl w/ SmartphoneYou can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this pr

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Transferring images to a SmartphoneSend to SmartphoneYou can transfer still images to a smartphone and view them.Sending i

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Transferring images to a computerSend to ComputerYou can transfer images stored in the product to a computer connected to

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Transferring images to a TVView on TVYou can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product wit

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functionsAirplane ModeWhen you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all Wi-Fi function

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Recommended computer environmentRecommended computer environmentNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using the software“PlayMemories Home”Installing “PlayMemories Home”Software for Mac computers“Image Data Converter”Install

Setting Reset 291...Using Wi-Fi functio

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Connecting this product and a computerConnecting the product to a computerImporting images to the computer“PlayMemories Ho

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Creating a movie discDisc typeSelecting the disc creation methodYou can create a disc from an AVCHD format movie recorded

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10PrecautionsPrecautionsOn the internal rechargeable batteryThis camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Cleaning this productOn cleaningNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideHow to Use74

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Number of recordable still images and recordable time of moviesNumber of still imagesRecordable time of moviesNotes on use

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Using this product abroadPlug adaptorYou can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Other informationCarl Zeiss lensAVCHD formatLicenseNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideHow

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10TrademarksTrademarksNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideHow to Use78

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10If you have problemsTroubleshootingNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTroubleshooting79

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Battery pack and powerYou cannot insert the battery pack into the product.You cannot turn on the product.The power turns o

Creating a disc with a device other than a computer 329...Creating Blu-ray Discs 330...

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Shooting still images/moviesYou cannot record images.Recording takes a long time.The image is out of focus.Zoom does not w

Dots appear and remain on the screen.You cannot shoot images continuously.The image is not clear in the viewfinder.The image is whitish (Flare)./Blurr

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Viewing imagesImages cannot be played back.The date and time are not displayed.The image cannot be deleted.The image was d

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Wi-FiYou cannot find the wireless access point to be connected.[WPS Push] does not work.[Send to Computer] is canceled hal

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10ComputersThe computer does not recognize this product.You cannot import images.The image and sound are interrupted by nois

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Memory cardsFormatted the memory card by mistake.Notes on use4-477-079-12(1)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTroub

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10PrintingYou cannot print images.The color of the image is strange.Images are printed with both edges cut off.You cannot pr

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10OthersThe lens gets fogged.The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with the lens portionex

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10MessagesSelf-diagnosis displayIf a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on thi

Digital Still CameraDSC-RX10Situations this product has difficulty handlingSituations this product has difficulty handlingNotes on use4-477-079-12(1)C