Sony DSC-HX400V User Manual

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Digital Still Camera
DSC-HX400/HX400V
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product.
Before Use
Confirming the operation method
Shooting
Using shooting functions
Viewing
Changing settings
Using Wi-Fi functions
Adding applications to the product
Viewing on computers
Precautions/This product
Help Guide
How to Use
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Help Guide

Digital Still CameraDSC-HX400/HX400VUse this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product.Before UseConfirming the o

Page 2 - List of Topics

It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in. (DSC-HX400V) 176...

Page 3 - Table Of Contents

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Obj. Framing] → desired setting.After the shot, a frame showing the trimmed area is displayed on the Auto Revi

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Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting.How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other

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Off (default setting): Does not display the grid line.On: Displays the grid line.How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of th

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Menu item detailsAuto (default setting):When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the ElectronicViewfinder automaticall

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Enlarges the image being played back.1. Display the image you want to enlarge, and slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side.If the image is too large

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switch View Mode by selecting an icon.How to Use Viewing Viewing still imagesSwitching the screen display (during playback)Switches the screen display

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How to Use Viewing Deleting imagesDeleting multiple selected imagesYou can delete multiple selected images.1. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired

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You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottombutton on the control button.: Playback: Pause: Fast-forward: Fa

Page 11 - How to Use

HintYou can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → (Playback) →[Motion Interval ADJ].How to UseViewing Viewing panoramic images

Page 12 - Using shooting functions

The (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital PrintOrder Format.”1. MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing]

Page 13 - Adjusting the focus

Digital Still Camera DSC-HX400/HX400VHow to UseBefore UseNames of partsIdentifying partsIcons and indicatorsList of icons on the screenUsing the strap

Page 14 - Adjusting color tones

AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies.How to Use Viewing Using viewing functionsSlide ShowAutomatically plays back images continuously.1. MEN

Page 15 - Recording movies

2. Press on the center of the control button.The image is rotated counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press on the center.If you rotate th

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Cancel All with this date:Cancels the protection of all still images in the selected date range.How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions4K Still Ima

Page 17 - Changing settings

How to Use Viewing Viewing images on a TVViewing images on an HD TVTo view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) a

Page 18 - Using Wi-Fi functions

NoteDo not connect this product and another device using the output terminals of both. Doing somay cause a malfunction.Some devices may not work prope

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6. Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV Remote Control, and select the desired mode.NoteOnly TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide SYNC MENU ope

Page 20 - Precautions/This product

then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound.How to Use Changing settings Setup menuAudio signalsSelects whet

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The GPS function is turned off. The status icon on the screen may differ depending on the conditions of the signals emittedfrom the satellites.No icon

Page 22 - If you have problems

information is used for maintaining the accurate time setting. The product adjusts the timesetting when it is turned off.1. MENU → (Setup) → [GPS S

Page 23 - Viewing images

this setting to [Off].How to Use Changing settings Setup menuUse GPS Assist Data (DSC-HX400V)The time taken for the GPS acquiring location information

Page 24 - Messages

Confirming the operation methodUsing the control buttonUsing MENU itemsUsing the Fn (Function) buttonShootingShooting still images/moviesShooting stil

Page 25 - Identifying parts

1. MENU → (Setup) → [GPS Settings] → [GPS Log REC] → desired setting.Menu item detailsOn:Starts the GPS log recording.Off (default setting):Ends th

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1. MENU → (Setup) → [Upload Settings] → desired setting.2. Set your Wi-Fi network or destination on the Eye-Fi card.For details, refer to the manu

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How to Use Changing settings Setup menuTile MenuSelects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENUbutton.1. MENU

Page 28 - List of icons on the screen

Display QualityYou can change the display quality.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting.Menu item detailsHigh: Displays in high qua

Page 29 - List of viewing mode icons

Plays back movies recorded with the product on a PAL/NTSC system TV.1. MENU → (Setup) → [PAL/NTSC Selector] → [Enter]NoteThis function is provided

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Even if [On] is selected, the product does not start a demonstration if there is no movie file onthe memory card.When [On] is selected, the product do

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On (default setting): You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control.Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control.Note[CTR

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How to Use Changing settings Setup menuUSB LUN SettingEnhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions.1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Se

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Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.1. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language.How to Use Changing sett

Page 34 - Using the shoulder strap

FormatFormats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for thefirst time, it is recommended that you format the car

Page 35 - About the shooting advice

ZoomThe zoom features available with this productZoom SettingAbout zoom scaleUsing the flashUsing flashFlash ModeFlash Comp.Selecting a screen display

Page 36 - Using the control button

Select REC FolderYou can change the recording folder to which images are recorded.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder.NoteYou c

Page 37 - Using MENU items

1. MENU → (Setup) → [Folder Name] → desired setting.Menu item detailsStandard Form (default setting): The folder name form is as follows: folder numb

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1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.].How to Use Changing settings Setup menuVersionDisplays the version of this product’s software.1. MENU →

Page 39 - Shooting still images

PlayMemories MobileTo use [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone], etc., the applicationPlayMemories Mobile should be installed on your smartp

Page 40 - Focus indicator

The smartphone is connected to the product.How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a SmartphoneConnecting the product to an iPhon

Page 41 - Shooting movies

The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product.3. Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to the “SSID” shown on this product.4. Return to th

Page 42 - List of mode dial functions

PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone, and the application you haveregistered launches on this product.NoteWhen the product is in playback mo

Page 43 - Superior Auto

NoteThis product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a devicethat has permission to connect. If you want to change the

Page 44 - About Scene Recognition

The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches onthe smartphone.Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds un

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You can transfer still images to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemoriesMobile must be installed on your smartphone.1. MENU → (Wir

Page 46 - Program Auto

Peaking ColorLock-on AFLock-on AF (On)AF Illuminator (still image)Adjusting the exposureExposure Comp.Metering ModeExposure Set. GuideSelecting a driv

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has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect tothe product, reset the connection information by following

Page 48 - Scene Selection

To transfer two or more images, select MENU → (Wireless) → [Send toSmartphone] to select images. After the connection enabled screen appears, use NFC

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point on the product.1. Start your computer.2. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Computer].NoteDepending on the application settings of your computer, t

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Slideshow settingsYou can change the slideshow settings by pressing the bottom button on the control button.Playback Selection: Selects the group of i

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How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functionsWPS PushIf your access point has the WPS button, you can register the access

Page 52 - Shutter Priority

When the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the desired accesspoint.When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen:

Page 53 - Manual Exposure

2. Switch character types Each time you press on the center of the control button, thecharacter type switches among alphabet letters, numerals and

Page 54 - Memory recall

You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct.1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Edit Device Name].2. Select the input box, then input the device name → [

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Reset Network Set.Resets all the network settings to default settings.1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK].How to Use Adding applicatio

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1. Access the application download website.http://www.sony.net/pmca2. Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account.Follow the

Page 57 - About zoom scale

Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] modeSelecting an effect modePicture EffectCreative StyleRecording moviesFile Format (movie)Record Sett

Page 58 - Using flash

You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer.1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → (PlayMemories

Page 59 - Flash Mode

2. Select the application to be uninstalled.3. Select to uninstall the application.The uninstalled application can be re-installed. For details, s

Page 60 - Flash Comp

Recommended computer environmentYou can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL:www.sony.net/pcenv/How to Us

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When installation is completed, PlayMemories Home starts up.If PMB (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a product that was purchased before2011 has

Page 62 - Image Size (still image)

“Wireless Auto Import” is required if you are using a Mac computer and want to import images tothe computer using Wi-Fi function. Download “Wireless A

Page 63 - Aspect Ratio (still image)

Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home (ForWindows)When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between th

Page 64 - Panorama: Size

NoteFor Mac computers, drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon in the“Trash” icon. The product is disconnected from the computer.F

Page 65 - Panorama: Direction

Always maintain your “PlayStation 3” to use the latest version of the “PlayStation 3” systemsoftware.“PlayStation 3” may not be available in some coun

Page 66 - Focus Area

Creating a disc with a device other than a computerYou can also create discs using a Blu-ray recorder, etc. Depending on which device you use,the type

Page 67 - Focus-lock

Home, be sure to install the dedicated add-on software. For details, see the following URL:http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/To install, your c

Page 68 - Direct manual focus (DMF)

Auto ReviewFINDER/MONITORViewingViewing still imagesPlaying back imagesPlayback zoomImage IndexSwitching the screen display (during playback)Deleting

Page 69 - Focus Magnifier

Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the product. This may cause the product tomalfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repair

Page 70 - Focus Magnif. Time

This product also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For thisreason, play back movies recorded in MP4 format with this produ

Page 71 - Peaking Color

How to Use Precautions/This product PrecautionsOn the internal rechargeable batteryThis camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining th

Page 72 - Lock-on AF (On)

laptop computer for too long.Do not turn on/restart a computer, wake a computer from sleep mode, or turn off a computerwhile this product is connected

Page 73 - AF Illuminator (still image)

environmental conditions.If you do not operate the product for a certain period of time while the power is on, theproduct turns off automatically (Aut

Page 74 - Metering Mode

outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging has stopped temporarily and is on standby.Charging stops and enters standby status automatically wh

Page 75 - Exposure Set. Guide

NoteWhen you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that youformat the card using the product for stable performanc

Page 76 - Cont. Shooting

When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card isinserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as

Page 77 - Self-portrait

Cleaning the lensDo not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine.When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust w

Page 78 - Self-timer(Cont)

When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [4:3]*Standard2GB: 295 images4GB: 590 images8GB: 1200 images16GB: 2400 images32GB: 4800 images64GB: 9600 imagesFine2GB:

Page 79 - WB bracket

Protect4K Still Image PBViewing images on a TVViewing images on an HD TVViewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TVChanging settingsSetup menuMoni

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2GB: 10 m4GB: 20 m8GB: 40 m16GB: 1 h 30 m32GB: 3 h64GB: 6 h60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH)2GB: 10 m4GB: 30 m8GB: 1 h16GB: 2 h32GB: 4 h 5 m64GB: 8 h 15 m60p 28

Page 81 - Multi Frame NR

4GB: 40 m8GB: 1 h 20 m16GB: 2 h 45 m32GB: 5 h 30 m64GB: 11 h 5 mVGA 3M2GB: 1 h 10 m4GB: 2 h 25 m8GB: 4 h 55 m16GB: 9 h 55 m32GB: 20 h64GB: 40 h 10 mCo

Page 82 - Auto HDR

To view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use thesame color television system. Check the TV color system

Page 83 - White Balance

location and time you use this product.GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPSsatellites. Avoid us

Page 84 - [Scene Selection]

How to Use Precautions/This product Other informationAVCHD formatThe AVCHD format was developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recordi

Page 85 - Picture Effect

INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEEHTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COMOn GNU GPL/LGPL applied softwareThe software that is eligible for the followi

Page 86 - [Soft Focus]

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registeredtrademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.Microsoft, Windows, DirectX

Page 87 - Creative Style

1. Check the items under “Troubleshooting”, then check the product.If a message such as “C/E:□□:□□” appears on the screen, refer to the self-diagnosi

Page 88 - [Picture Effect]

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and powerThe power turns off suddenly.Depending on the product and battery pack temperature, the product

Page 89 - Record Setting (movie)

lamp on the product has turned off.Make sure that the battery is NP-BX1.Batteries which have not been used for more than a year may have deteriorated.

Page 90 - Menu items details

USB Power SupplyLanguage Date/Time SetupArea SettingFormatFile NumberSelect REC FolderNew FolderFolder NameRecover Image DBDisplay Media Info.VersionS

Page 91 - SteadyShot (movie)

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/moviesThe image is out of focus.The subject is too close. Shoot from the shortest shooting dista

Page 92 - Wind Noise Reduct

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/moviesFuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot usingthe flash.Particles (dust, pollen, e

Page 93 - MOVIE Button

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/moviesThe aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes.The subject is too bright or too dark to s

Page 94 - To change registered settings

the aperture. This is not a malfunction.Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/moviesThe eyes of the subject come out red.Set [Red Eye

Page 95 - Function of the Custom key

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/moviesThe image is blurred.Activate the SteadyShot function by pressing the shutter button halfw

Page 96 - Photo Creativity

The date and time are not displayed.The screen display is set to display images only. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the controlbutton to display the

Page 97 - Smile/Face Detect

There is an excessive error in location information. (DSC-HX400V)The margin of error can be up to several-hundred meters depending on surroundingbuild

Page 98

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-FiYou cannot find the wireless access point to be connected.Wireless access points may not be displayed on the prod

Page 99 - Red Eye Reduction

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi[Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] iscanceled halfway.When the remaining battery level is low, [Smar

Page 100 - High ISO NR (still image)

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ComputersThe computer does not recognize this product.Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage].Use the micro USB cable (

Page 101 - Grid Line

Transferring images to a computerSend to ComputerTransferring images to a TVView on TVChanging the settings of Wi-Fi functionsAirplane ModeWPS PushAcc

Page 102 - FINDER/MONITOR

Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed onthis product.Use PlayMemories Home to copy images that are stored on a computer onto a memory cardi

Page 103 - Playback zoom

cannot delete the date from the image on the camera.If you want to print images with the date, use [Print Setting] under [Specify Printing].You can pr

Page 104 - Image Index

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting OthersThe Clock Set screen appears when you turn on theproduct.Set the date and time again.The internal rechargeable b

Page 105 - Deleting a displayed image

Self-diagnosis displayIf a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on thisproduct is working. The last two di

Page 106 - Playing back movies

Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge theinternal rechargeable backup battery.Unable to use memory car

Page 107 - Motion Shot Video

The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by theproduct is possible.Unable to register to the database file. Impo

Page 108 - Specify Printing

Varying levels of brightnessLock-on AFFlickering lightsiSweep PanoramaSubjects too close to the productiSweep PanoramaLarge moving subjects or subject

Page 109 - View Mode

If you have problemsTroubleshootingMessagesSituations this product has difficulty handlingHow to UseTroubleshootingNotes on use4-530-686-12(1)Copyrigh

Page 110 - Slide Show

Managing the applicationsUninstalling applicationsChanging the order of applicationsConfirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera AppsView

Page 111 - Menu item details

PrecautionsOn the internal rechargeable batteryNotes on the battery packCharging the battery packMemory cardCleaning this productOn cleaningNumber of

Page 112 - 4K Still Image PB

If you have problemsIf you have problemsTroubleshootingTroubleshootingBattery pack and powerYou cannot insert the battery pack into the product.You ca

Page 113 - Viewing images on an HD TV

Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place.Dark shadow appears on the image.The eyes of the subject come out red.Dots appear

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ComputersThe computer does not recognize this product.You cannot import images.The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a

Page 115 - Volume Settings

Situations this product has difficulty handlingSituations this product has difficulty handlingSituations this product has difficulty handlingHow to Us

Page 116 - GPS On/Off (DSC-HX400V)

1. GPS receiver (built-in, DSC-HX400V only)2. Stereo microphone3. Eye sensor4. ViewfinderWhen you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder display

Page 117 - To receive a GPS signal

1. Multi interface shoe*2. Diopter-adjustment dialAdjust the diopter level using the diopter-adjustment dial when you set the display modeto the vie

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1. Battery/Memory card cover2. Battery insertion slot3. Battery eject lever4. Access lamp5. Memory card slot6. Tripod socket holeUse a tripod wi

Page 119 - GPS Log REC (DSC-HX400V)

List of viewing mode icons1. P P* A S M Shooting modeMemory numberMemory card/Uploading statusScene Recognition iconsScene Selection 100Remaining num

Page 120 - Upload Settings(Eye-Fi)

Table Of ContentsHow to Use 1...

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Image size of still imagesImage quality of still imagesFrame rate of moviesRecording settings of moviesNFC is activatedRemaining batteryRemaining batt

Page 122 - Mode Dial Guide

Write DateMicref Level LowDatabase file full/Database file errorOverheating warningSmart zoomClear Image ZoomDigital ZoomSpot metering areaC:32:00Self

Page 123 - PAL/NTSC Selector

Drive ModeMetering modeFlash mode/Red-eye reduction±0.0Flash compensationFocus mode7500K A5 G5White balanceFocus areaD-Range Optimizer/Auto HDR±0 ±0 ±

Page 124 - Demo Mode

Guide display for switching Aperture value/Shutter speedREC 0:12Recording time of the movie (m:s)Manual ring functionControl dial functionFocus1/250Sh

Page 125 - CTRL FOR HDMI

Auto HDR image warning2014-1-1 10:37AMDate of recording3/7File number/Number of images in the view modeHow to Use Before Use Using the strapUsing the

Page 126 - USB Connection

Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment)Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in theviewfinder.1.

Page 127 - Language

Displays the shooting advice according to the selected shooting mode.1. Press the ? (In-Camera Guide) button while the shooting screen is displayed.2

Page 128 - Area Setting

How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation methodUsing MENU itemsIn this section, you learn how to change settings related to

Page 129 - File Number

4. Select the desired setting value, and press to confirm.How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation methodUsing the Fn (F

Page 130 - Folder Name

3. Set the desired setting by turning the control dial.Performing settings on the dedicated screenSelect the desired function in step 2, then press

Page 131 - Display Media Info

Flash Comp. 50...Switching the screen disp

Page 132 - Setting Reset

1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto).2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and holdthe camera

Page 133 - PlayMemories Mobile

Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:It is dark and the subject is distant.The contrast between the subject and the background is poo

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How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting modeList of mode dial functionsYou can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.Available fu

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Allows you to shoot a panoramic image by compositing the images.SCN (Scene Selection): Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene

Page 136 - Smart Remote Embedded

appropriate settings are set automatically.The product may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., using moreshooting settings than

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(Night Portrait), (Night Scene), (Backlight Portrait), (Backlight), (Landscape), (Macro), (Spotlight), or (Low Light) are displayed on th

Page 138 - Send to Smartphone

Program AutoAllows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and theaperture value).You can set shooting functions

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1. Set the mode dial to (iSweep Panorama).2. Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the focus and brightness.3. While pressing

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Size] to [Standard].Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part may not be recorded smoothlyin some cases.The images may be blurred

Page 141 - Send to Computer

Adv.Sports Shooting:Allows you to shoot subjects with fast movements, such as sports. While the shutter is pressedhalfway, the movement of the subject

Page 142 - View on TV

Adjusting color tones 4...White Balance 73...

Page 143 - Airplane Mode

Anti Motion Blur:Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur. The productshoots burst images and combines them t

Page 144 - Access Point Set

Fireworks:Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor.Soft Skin:Allows you to shoot images of faces with a smoother look.High Sensit

Page 145 - How to use the keyboard

Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur when using

Page 146 - Edit Device Name

How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting modeAperture PriorityYou can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusin

Page 147 - SSID/PW Reset

1. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure).2. Press the bottom button on the control button to select the shutter speed or aperture value,then turn

Page 148 - Opening a service account

How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting modeMovieYou can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for recordingmovies. You

Page 149 - Wi-Fi function

1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.Move the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in and to the W side to zoom out.HintWhen y

Page 150 - Uninstalling applications

Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the followingsituations:[Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter]Yo

Page 151 - Camera Apps

The zoom scale changes according to the settings of this product. The zoom scale for eachsetting is as follows.When [ Aspect Ratio] is [4:3][Zoom Sett

Page 152 - Installing PlayMemories Home

NoteWhen not using the flash, press it back into the camera body.You cannot use the flash when recording movies.While charging the flash, flashes. A

Page 153 - Software for Mac computers

Playing back movies 96...Motion Shot Video 97...

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Fill-flash:The flash works every time you trigger the shutter.Slow Sync.:The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows

Page 155 - Windows)

makes the flash level lower.NoteThe higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, ifthe subject is outsid

Page 156 - Disc type

HistogramLevelNoteHistogram is not displayed during panorama shooting.How to UseUsing shooting functions Selecting still image size/image qualityImage

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Menu item detailsImage size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2L: 18M 5184×3456 pixelsM: 8.9M 3648×2432 pixelsS: 4.5M 2592×1728 pixelsImage size when [ Aspect

Page 158 - Creating Blu-ray Discs

For viewing on a high-definition TV.1:1:For shooting in composition as a medium format camera.How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still imag

Page 159 - Precautions

Standard: 3424×1920Wide: 4912×1920When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right]Standard: 4912×1080Wide: 7152×1080360°: Allows you to shoot in the si

Page 160

Focus mode detailsAF/ZOOM (Single-shot AF):The camera focuses and the focus is locked when the focus is achieved. Use this mode whenthe subject is mot

Page 161 - Notes on the flash

focus mode.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Area] → desired setting.Menu item detailsWide:Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of t

Page 162 - Notes on the battery pack

How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focusManual FocusWhen it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the

Page 163 - Remaining battery indicator

When you rotate the manual ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen.4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.How to Use Us

Page 164 - Charging the battery pack

File Number 119...Select REC Folder 119...

Page 165 - Memory card

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier].2. Press on the center of the control button to enlarge the image and select the positionyou wan

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How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focusPeaking LevelEnhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or

Page 167 - On cleaning

Red: Enhances outlines in red.Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow.White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white.How to Use Using shooting functi

Page 168 - Number of still images

NoteThe [Lock-on AF] function may not operate well in the following situations:The subject is moving too quickly.The subject is too small, or too larg

Page 169 - Recordable time of movies

NoteFocus is achieved as long as the AF illuminator light reaches the subject, regardless ofwhether light fails to reach the center of the subject.You

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1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting.Menu item detailsMulti (default setting):Measures light on each area after dividing

Page 171 - On TV color systems

timer)Drive ModeYou can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting.

Page 172 - GPS (DSC-HX400V)

2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control button.Menu Item DetailsContinuous Shooting: Hi (default setting): Continuous sho

Page 173 - On triangulating errors

1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Self-portrait].2. Select the desired mode using the right/left button on the control button.3. Dire

Page 174 - AVCHD format

How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)Cont. BracketShoots multiple images while automatically shi

Page 175 - Trademarks

Starting the applications 9...Launching the download

Page 176 - Troubleshooting

Shoots three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings of whitebalance, color temperature and color filter.1. MENU →

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mode to [Manual Exposure] while set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value is switched to the lowestvalue. Set the ISO in accordance with the shooting condition

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D-Range Opt. (DRO)By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadowbetween the subject and the background,

Page 179 - Recording takes a long time

2. Select the desired setting using the left/right button on the control button.Menu item details Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. Auto (default setting):Cor

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The product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones. Daylight:The color tones are adjusted for the daylight. Cloudy:The col

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How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tonesCapturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] modeIn a scene where the ambient light consis

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Pop Color:Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones.Posterization:Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors,

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[HDR Painting][Miniature][Illustration]NoteWhen [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on thesubject or shoo

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For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. Vivid:The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of

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How to Use Using shooting functions Recording moviesFile Format (movie)Selects the movie file format.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ File Format] →

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Troubleshooting 11...Troubles

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Digital audio, in AVCHD format. 60p/50p: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatibledevices) or 50 frames/sec (for 108

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Records movies of 1440 × 1080.Bit-rate: Average 12 MbpsVGA 3M:Records movies of VGA size.Bit-rate: Average 3 Mbps* 1080 60i (NTSC) compatible device**

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NoteIf you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change.How to UseUsing shooting functions Recording moviesMicref LevelYou can

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Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal soundto be recorded with too low volume.How to UseUsing shootin

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Menu item detailsAlways (default setting): Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode.Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording

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useFunction Menu Set.You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Function M

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setting.The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other func

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When you record movies using the [Photo Creativity] function, you cannot change anysettings during the recording.If you switch the shooting mode to [I

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Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed.Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc.Try to orient the face in fr

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When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level.How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this produ

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