Sony ILCE-3500J User Manual

4-536-697-11(1)ILCE-3500Preparing the cameraMastering the basic operationUsing the recording functionsChecking the functions availableViewing images o

GB10Preparing the cameraA Multi Interface Shoe1)2)B FINDER/LCD button (22)• You can switch between the LCD screen and the viewfinder display. (In play

GB11Preparing the cameraA Connection plate coverUse this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately).Insert the connection plate into the batte

GB12Preparing the cameraxLensSee page 85 on the specifications of the lens.E 18 – 50 mm F4-5.6A Hood indexB Zooming ringC Focal-length scaleD Focal-le

GB13Preparing the cameraCharging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (s

GB14Preparing the camera4Close the cover.5Connect the camera to a computer, using the micro USB cable (supplied).Charge lampLit: ChargingOff: Charging

GB15Preparing the camera• If the charge lamp on the camera flashes while you are charging a battery pack, this indicates that charging is temporarily

GB16Preparing the cameraxCharging timeThe charging time is approximately 290 minutes.• You can charge the battery pack more quickly using the AC Adapt

GB17Preparing the cameraxRemoving the battery pack• When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the battery pack. The data may be corrupted.Turn off th

GB18Preparing the cameraAttaching/removing the lensSet the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens.• When attaching a l

GB19Preparing the cameraxRemoving the lens• If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and adheres to the surface of the

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 cameraInserting a memory card (sold separately)1Open the cover.2Insert a memory card.• Insert the memory card until it clicks as ill

GB21Preparing the cameraxMemory cards that you can useYou can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot b

GB22Preparing the cameraAdjusting the viewfinder (diopter adjustment)Adjust the viewfinder so that you can see the screen display clearly.1Press the F

GB23Preparing the cameraTurning on the camera and setting the clockWhen you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time app

GB24Preparing the camera• You cannot superimpose the date on images on this camera. Using “PlayMemories Home,” you can save or print images with date.

GB25Mastering the basic operationMastering the basic operationShooting still imagesIn (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and

GB26Mastering the basic operation4Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.When the focus is confirmed, a beep sounds and z indicator lights up.

GB27Mastering the basic operationRecording movies• The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. • When

GB28Mastering the basic operationPlaying back imagesxSelecting the imageTurn the control wheel and select the image.When playing back images as an ima

GB29Mastering the basic operation* The movie is played back frame-by-frame.During movie playback Control wheel operationPause/resume Press the center.

GB3[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIESLithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable bat

GB30Mastering the basic operationDeleting imagesYou can delete the image that is currently displayed.1Press (Delete).2Press the center of the control

GB31Mastering the basic operationOperating the cameraThe control wheel and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera.xControl wheelWh

GB32Mastering the basic operationxSoft keysThe soft keys have different roles, depending on the purpose.The assigned role (function) of each soft key

GB33Mastering the basic operationUsing the guide function of the cameraThe camera provides various “Help Guides” which explain the functions, and “Sho

GB34Using the recording functionsZoomingWith the [Zoom] feature of the camera, you can increase the magnification to a scale greater than that of the

GB35Using the recording functionsSetting the function using [Photo Creativity]You can operate the camera intuitively using [Photo Creativity], since t

GB36• [Photo Creativity] is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted.• [Photo Creativity] is only available when [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior

GB37Using the recording functionsxPicture Effect1Select (Picture Effect) (page 35).2Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel. (Off): D

GB38Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation)You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV.Using

GB39Using the recording functionsShooting still images continuouslyThe camera records images continuously as long as you continue to press the shutter

GB4[ CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipm

GB40Changing the screen display (DISP)1Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel.2Press DISP repeatedly to select the desired mode.During sho

GB41Using the recording functionsChanging the ISO sensitivity• In modes that fix the shutter speed, you cannot decrease subject blur even if you incre

GB42Shooting with various shooting modes1Select the shooting mode by turning the mode dial. (Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and m

GB43Using the recording functionsxScene Selection1Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 42).2Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press

GB44xSweep PanoramaWhile you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image.• The camera shoots continuou

GB45Using the recording functionsxShutter PriorityYou can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for

GB46xAperture PriorityYou can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the focus range, or background defocusing.xProgram Auto/Superior AutoIn [Su

GB47Using the recording functionsSelecting the flash mode• When the camera is charging the flash, blinks on the LCD screen. You cannot press the shu

GB48The flash range (approx.)The range of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value.F2.8 F3.5 F4.0 F5.6ISO 1001 m – 1.5 m(3.3 feet –

GB49Using the recording functionsSelecting the image size/record settingThe image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you

GB5[ Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate

GB50Checking the functions availableMenu listWhen you press MENU, the menu items [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback] and [Setup] ap

GB51Checking the functions available*1An E 18 – 50 mm F4-5.6 lens (supplied) is not compatible with MF/DMF.xImage SizeAllows you to set the image size

GB52xBrightness/ColorAllows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance.PanoramaImage Size Selects

GB53Checking the functions availablexPlaybackAllows you to set playback functions.Picture Effect Shoots with the desired effects to express a unique a

GB54xSetupAllows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings.Shooting SettingsAEL w/ shutter Sets whether or not to fix

GB55Checking the functions availableMF Assist Time*2Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form.(No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec)Color Sp

GB56Main SettingsMenu start Selects a first-displayed menu from the top menu or the last menu screen.(Top/Previous)MOVIE Button Sets whether or not to

GB57Checking the functions available*2An E 18 – 50 mm F4-5.6 lens (supplied) is not compatible.*3This setting appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separa

GB58Functions available for each shooting modeThe functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.In the table below, indicates the funct

GB59Checking the functions availableFlash modes availableThe flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected.In the tabl

GB6Table of contentsPreparing the cameraChecking the supplied items ... 8Identifying parts ...

GB60Viewing images on a computerWhat you can do with softwareTo utilize images recorded with the camera, use the following software:• “PlayMemories Ho

GB61Viewing images on a computer• An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home.”• An Internet connection is required to use “PlayM

GB62Installing the softwarexInstalling “PlayMemories Home”• If the software “PMB (Picture Motion Browser),” supplied with models released before 2011,

GB63Viewing images on a computerxViewing “PlayMemories Home Help Guide”For details on how to use “PlayMemories Home,” refer to the “PlayMemories Home

GB64xViewing “Image Data Converter Guide”For details on how to use “Image Data Converter,” refer to the “Image Data Converter Guide.”1For Windows: [St

GB65OthersOthersOthersChecking the number of recordable images• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is full.

GB66MoviesThe following table shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files.(h (hour), m (minute))• T

GB67OthersxContinuous movie recordingThe values below are the time from when the camera starts recording until the camera stops recording. The continu

GB68• The movie recordable time is based on the CIPA standard under the following conditions.– Movie quality: AVCHD FH– “Actual shooting (movies)”: I

GB69OthersList of icons on the LCD screenIcons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status.You can change the screen display using DISP

GB7Viewing images on a computerWhat you can do with software... 60Installing the software ...

GB70BCRAW+JFINE STDImage quality of still images60i/50i 60i/50i 24p/25p 24p/25p Recording mode of movies 100%Remaining batteryFlash charge in progress

GB71OthersD Face DetectionAWB 7500KA7 G7White Balance Soft Skin Effect DRO/Auto HDR Auto Object Framing Creative Style Smile Shutt

GB72Learning more about the camera (α Handbook)The “α Handbook” can be downloaded from the Internet. Refer to the “α Handbook” for in-depth instructio

GB73OthersTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.The battery pack cannot be installed.• When you insert

GB74The power turns off suddenly.• When the camera or battery pack is too hot, the camera displays a warning message and turns off automatically to pr

GB75OthersNothing is displayed on the LCD screen when the power is turned on.• If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera t

GB76The flash takes too long to recharge.• The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the

GB77OthersThe image is blurred.• The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the fla

GB78PrecautionsOn the functions available with the cameraYour camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible.To check whether the camera is 1080

GB79OthersOn using the lenses and accessoriesIt is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camer

GB8Preparing the cameraPreparing the cameraChecking the supplied itemsThe number in parentheses indicates the quantity.• Camera (1)• Rechargeable batt

GB80On moisture condensationIf the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This

GB81OthersOn recording/playback• When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera

GB82Notes on playing movies on other devices• This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD form

GB83OthersSpecificationsCamera[System]Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital cameraLens: E-mount lens[Image sensor]Image sensor: APS-C format (23.2

GB84[Input/output terminals]Multi/Micro USB Terminal*: USB communication*Supports Micro USB compatible device.[Power]Battery type: Rechargeable batter

GB85OthersLens1)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

GB86Trademarks• The following are trademarks of Sony Corporation., “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” , “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO D

GB87OthersIndexAAEL w/ shutter... 54AF Illuminator ... 54AF Micro Adj. ...

GB88LLandscape ... 43Language... 56LCD Brightness ... 56LC

GB89OthersTTracking Focus ... 50UUSB Connection ... 56USB LUN Setting... 57VVersi

GB9Preparing the cameraIdentifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.When the lens is removedA ON/OFF (Power) s

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