Sony Group NEX5R Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera User Manual NEX 5R
Sony Corporation Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera NEX 5R
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Using the recording functions
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 Aperture Priority
You can adjust the range in focus, or defocuses the background.
1Select A (Aperture Priority) (page 47).
2Turn the control dial to select the desired value.
Or, touch  /  on the screen to select the desired 
value.
• You can record a movie with a value adjusted with [Aperture Priority].
zShutter speed
When a faster shutter speed is used, a moving 
subject such as a running person, cars, and sea 
spray appears as if they are stopped.
When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing 
image of the movement of the subject is captured 
to make more natural and dynamic image.
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Program Auto/Superior Auto
In [Superior Auto] mode, the camera shoots with higher quality than 
[Intelligent Auto] mode and perform composite shooting as necessary.
In [Program Auto] mode, you can shoot after adjusting various functions, such 
as white balance, ISO, etc.
• In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the camera 
must make a composite image.
1Select   (Program Auto) or   (Superior Auto) 
(page 47).
2Point the camera to the subject, focus on the subject, and 
then record an image.
Shooting mode Your purpose
 (Intelligent Auto) • Select this mode to easily recognize the scene and 
shoot continuous images.
 (Program Auto)
• Select this mode to shoot with various functions other 
than the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) 
adjusted.
(Superior Auto)
• Select this mode to shoot scenes under difficult 
circumstances, such as when you have dark scenes, or 
back-lit subjects.
• Select this mode to shoot a higher quality image than 
that offered by [Intelligent Auto].
Notes
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Zooming
With the [Zoom] feature of the camera, you can increase the magnification to a 
scale greater than that of the optical zoom scale of the lens.
When using a lens with a power zoom, operate the optical zoom of the lens and 
then the camera shifts automatically to the [Zoom] feature of the camera. 
When using a lens that is not equipped with a power zoom, follow the 
instruction below after magnifying using the optical zoom.
1Select MENU t [Camera] t
[Zoom] t desired value.
zThe [Zoom] features available with this camera
The [Zoom] feature of the camera provides higher magnification by combining 
various zoom features. The icon displayed on the LCD screen changes as 
follows, according to the selected zoom feature.
1 : The [Zoom] feature of the camera is not used. (×1.0 is indicated.)
2 Smart Zoom: You can magnify images by trimming them partially. 
(Available only when [Image Size] is set to [M] or [S].)
3 Clear Image Zoom: You can magnify images using high-resolution 
image processing.
4 Digital Zoom: You can magnify images using image processing. 
(The default setting is [Off].)
Zoom scale 
(low)
Zoom scale
(high)
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Selecting the flash mode
• When the camera is charging the flash,   blinks on the LCD screen. You cannot 
press the shutter button when this icon is blinking.
1Attach the flash and raise it (page 26).
2Select MENU t [Camera] t
[Flash Mode].
3Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and 
press the center.
Or, slide your finger across the screen upward or 
downward to move the desired mode to the center of the 
screen, then touch the desired mode.
 (Flash Off): Does not fire even if the flash is raised.
 (Autoflash): Fires in dark environments or when shooting towards 
bright light.
 (Fill-flash): Fires every time you trigger the shutter.
 (Slow Sync.): Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync 
shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the 
background.
 (Rear Sync.): Fires right before the exposure is completed every 
time you trigger the shutter. A trailing image of the movement of the 
subject is captured to make more natural image.
• The selectable items of the flash mode depends on the shooting mode 
(page 70).
Notes
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The flash range
The range of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value.
Setting using the Fn (Function) button
F2.8 F3.5 F5.6
ISO100 1 m – 2.5 m
(3.3 feet – 8.2 feet)
1 m – 2 m
(3.3 feet – 6.6 feet)
1 m – 1.25 m
(3.3 feet – 4.1 feet)
ISO3200 5.6 m – 14 m
(18.3 feet – 46 feet)
4.5 m – 11.2 m
(14.7 feet – 36.7 feet)
2.8 m – 7 m
(9.1 feet – 22.9 feet)
1Press the Fn (Function) 
button.
2Select a desired function by pressing the right/left side of 
the control wheel. Or, touch the desired setting.
3Turn the control wheel to select the desired settings.
Or, touch the desired function to change.
Fn (Function) 
button
zHow to assign other functions to the Fn (Function) 
button
The following functions are assigned to the Fn (Function) button by the default 
settings.
 (AF/MF Select)/  (Autofocus Mode)/  (Autofocus Area)/
 (White Balance)/  (Metering Mode)/  (Picture Effect)
You can change the functions assigned to the Fn (Function) button by selecting 
MENU t [Setup] t [Function Menu Settings].
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Selecting the image size/record setting
The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you 
take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced 
when the image is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, 
the more images can be recorded. In the case of movies, the larger the bit-rate, 
the higher the image quality.
Movie
* 1080 60i-compatible device
** 1080 50i-compatible device
• When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic 
images, both edges may be cut off.
1Select MENU t [Image Size] t [Image Size]. For movie 
recording, select MENU t [Image Size] t [Record 
Setting].
2Select the desired mode.
[File Format]: 
[AVCHD]
Bit-rate Recording
60i 24M(FX)*
50i 24M(FX)**
Maximum 
24 Mbps
Records high image quality movies of 
1920 × 1080 (60i/50i).
60i 17M(FH)*
50i 17M(FH)**
Average 
17 Mbps
Records standard image quality movies of 
1920 × 1080 (60i/50i).
60p 28M(PS)*
50p 28M(PS)**
Maximum 
28 Mbps
Records highest image quality movies of 
1920 × 1080 (60p/50p).
24p 24M(FX)*
25p 24M(FX)**
Maximum 
24 Mbps
Records high image quality movies of 
1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a 
cinema-like atmosphere.
24p 17M(FH)*
25p 17M(FH)**
Average 
17 Mbps
Records standard image quality movies of 
1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a 
cinema-like atmosphere.
[File Format]: [MP4] Bit-rate Recording
1440×1080 12M Average 
12 Mbps
Records movies of 1440 × 1080.
VGA 3M Average 
3 Mbps
Records movies of VGA size.
Notes
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Using the playback functions
Using the playback functions
Displaying the image list
1Press the   (Playback) 
button to enter playback 
mode.
 (Playback) button
2Press   (Image Index) on 
the control wheel.
Six images are displayed at a time.
3Turn the control wheel to select an image.
Or, touch the desired image.
• To return to the single-image screen, select the desired image, and press 
the center.
• You can browse images quickly by sliding your finger across the screen 
upward and downward.
zDisplaying a desired folder
To select a desired folder, select the bar 
on the left of the image index screen, and 
then press the top/bottom parts of the 
control wheel. You can switch between 
still image playback and movie playback 
by pressing the center of the control 
wheel. You can also select a folder by 
touching the bar on the left. You can 
switch between still image playback and 
movie playback by touching the center of 
the bar.
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Viewing images on a TV
To view images on the camera using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) 
and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required.
• Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camera), and a plug suitable for 
connecting your TV on the other end.
1Connect the camera to the TV 
with an HDMI cable (sold 
separately).
Notes
To the HDMI 
connector
HDMI cable
To the HDMI 
terminal
zUsing your camera abroad
To view movies shot using this camera on a TV, the camera and TV must use 
the same color television system.
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Checking the functions available
Checking the functions available
Menu list
When you press MENU, the menu items [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Image 
Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback], [Application]* and [Setup] appear on 
the screen.
You can set various functions in each item. Items that cannot be set in the 
context are displayed in gray.
* The application downloading function may not be available in some countries/
regions.
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Shoot Mode
Allows you to select a shooting mode, such as exposure mode, panoramic, 
Scene Selection.
Superior Auto Shoots images with a wider range of shooting 
functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting. 
Recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions 
automatically, performs Auto HDR, and chooses the 
best image.
Intelligent Auto The camera evaluates the subject and makes the 
proper settings.
Scene Selection Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or 
condition.
(Portrait/Landscape/Macro/Sports Action/Sunset/
Night Portrait/Night Scene/Hand-held Twilight/Anti 
Motion Blur)
Sweep Panorama Shoots with panoramic size.
Manual Exposure Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed.
Shutter Priority Adjusts the shutter speed to express the movement of 
the subject.
Aperture Priority Adjusts the range in focus, or defocuses the 
background.
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Camera
Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, 
and flash.
Program Auto Automatic shooting that allows you to customize 
settings, except for the exposure (shutter speed and 
aperture).
Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, 
self-timer, or bracket shooting.
(Single Shooting/Cont. Shooting/Spd Priority Cont./
Self-timer/Self-timer(Cont)/Bracket: Cont./Remote 
Cdr.)
Flash Mode Selects the method used to fire the flash.
(Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear 
Sync.)
AF/MF Select Selects auto focusing or manual focusing.
(Autofocus/DMF/Manual Focus)
Autofocus Area Selects the area to be focused on.
(Multi/Center/Flexible Spot)
Autofocus Mode Selects the autofocus method.
(Single-shot AF/Continuous AF)
Touch Shutter Sets whether to use the touch shutter function.
(On/Off)
Object Tracking Keeps the focus on a subject while tracking it.
Zoom Sets the zoom scale of the [Zoom] feature of the 
camera.
Face Detection Detects people’s faces automatically, and adjusts 
focus and exposure to suit the faces.
(On (Regist. Faces)/On/Off)
Face Registration Registers or changes the person to be given priority in 
the focus.
(New Registration/Order Exchanging/Delete/Delete 
All)
Smile Shutter Each time the camera detects a smile, the camera 
releases the shutter automatically.
(Off/On)
Auto Port. Framing Analyzes the scene when capturing a face and saves 
another image with a more impressive composition.
(Off/Auto)
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Image Size
Allows you to set the image size and aspect ratio, etc.
Soft Skin Effect Shoots the skin smoothly in the Face Detection 
function.
(On/Off)
Shooting Tip List Allows you to access all shooting tips.
LCD Display (DISP) Switches the information to be displayed on the 
shooting screen on the LCD screen.
(Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size 
Disp./No Disp. Info./Level/Histogram/For 
viewfinder)
Finder Display(DISP) Changes the information to be displayed on an 
Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately).
(Disp. Basic Info/Level/Histogram)
DISP Button(Monitor) Sets the screen display modes to be displayed on the 
LCD screen by pressing the DISP button.
(Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size 
Disp./No Disp. Info./Level/Histogram/For 
viewfinder)
Still
Image Size Selects the image size.
(3:2: L: 16M/ M: 8.4M/ S: 4.0M)
(16:9: L: 14M/ M: 7.1M/ S: 3.4M)
Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio.
(3:2/16:9)
Quality Selects the compression format.
(RAW/RAW & JPEG/Fine/Standard)
Panorama
Image Size Selects the image size.
(Standard/Wide)
Panorama Direction Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting 
panoramic images.
(Right/Left/Up/Down)
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Brightness/Color
Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color 
settings such as white balance.
Movie
File Format Selects AVCHD or MP4.
Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality 
of movies.
(AVCHD: 60i/50i 24M (FX) / 60i/50i 17M (FH) / 
60p/50p 28M (PS) / 24p/25p 24M (FX) / 24p/25p 
17M (FH))
(MP4: 1440×1080 12M/VGA 3M)
Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of the entire image.
(–3.0EV to +3.0EV)
ISO Sets the ISO sensitivity.
(ISO AUTO/100 - 25600)
White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light 
conditions.
(Auto WB/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent/ 
Fluor.: Warm White/Fluor.: Cool White/Fluor.: Day 
White/Fluor.: Daylight/Flash/C.Temp./Filter/Custom/
Custom Setup)
Metering Mode Selects the method used for measuring the brightness.
(Multi/Center/Spot)
Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light.
(–2.0EV to +2.0EV)
DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast automatically.
(Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR)
Picture Effect Shoots with the desired effects to express a unique 
atmosphere.
(Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro 
Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast 
Mono./Soft Focus/HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./
Miniature)
Creative Style Selects the image processing method.
(Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black & 
White)
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Playback
Allows you to set playback functions.
x
Application
You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the 
application downloading website “PlayMemories Camera Apps” via the 
Internet.
Delete Deletes images.
(Multiple Img./All in Folder/All AVCHD view files)
Still/Movie Select Allows you to determine how to group the playback 
images (View mode).
(Folder View(Still)/Folder View(MP4)/AVCHD 
View)
Slide Show Plays back images automatically.
(Repeat/Interval/Image Type)
View on Smartphone Transfers the images to a Smartphone and displays 
them.
(This Image/All Images on This Date/All Images in 
The Device)
Send to Computer Transfers the images to a computer that is connected 
to the network for backup.
View on TV Transfers the images to a TV that is connected to the 
network for viewing.
Specify Printing Selects the images to print, or makes printing settings.
(DPOF Setup/Date Imprint)
Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the 
index screen.
(6 Images/12 Images)
 Enlarge Image Enlarges the image.
Rotate Rotates images.
Protect Protects images, or cancels the protection.
(Multiple Img./Cancel All Images/Cancel All 
Movies(MP4)/Cancel All AVCHD view files)
Volume Settings Sets the sound volume of movies.
Display Contents Switches the information to be displayed on the 
playback screen.
(Display Info./Histogram/No Disp. Info.)
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Setup
Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera 
settings.
Shooting Settings
AEL w/ shutter Sets whether or not to fix the exposure when you press 
the shutter button halfway down.
(On/Off)
AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim 
places.
(Auto/Off)
Phase Detection AF 
Area
Sets whether to display the Phase Detection AF 
ranging points on the screen.
(On/Off)
Red Eye Reduction Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the 
flash, to prevent eyes from being shot in red.
(On/Off)
FINDER/LCD Setting Sets how to switch between an Electronic Viewfinder 
(sold separately) and the LCD screen.
(Auto/Viewfinder/Manual)
Live View Display Allows you to choose whether or not to show the 
value of exposure compensation, etc. on the screen 
display.
(Setting Effect ON/Setting Effect OFF)
Auto Review Sets the display time of the image right after shooting.
(10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off)
Grid Line Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the 
composition of images.
(Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/
Off)
Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific 
color.
(High/Mid/Low/Off)
Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function.
(White/Red/Yellow)
Clear Image Zoom Zooms an image with higher quality than Digital 
Zoom.
(On/Off)
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Digital Zoom Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear 
Image Zoom. This feature can be also available in 
movie recording.
(On/Off)
Self-portrait Self-timer Sets the shooting mode when the LCD screen is tilted 
upward about 180 degrees. When you set [Self-
portrait Self-timer] to [On], a 3-second delay self-
timer is activated, and you can reduce the camera-
shake when shooting self-portrait.
(On/Off)
S. Auto Image Extract. Sets whether or not to save all the images that were 
shot continuously in Superior Auto mode.
(Auto/Off)
MF Assist Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.
(On/Off)
MF Assist Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an 
enlarged form.
(No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec)
Color Space Changes the range of color reproduction.
(sRGB/AdobeRGB)
SteadyShot Sets camera-shake compensation.
(On/Off)
Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is 
no lens.
(Enable/Disable)
Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look 
through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) 
with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor attached (sold 
separately).
(On/Off)
Front Curtain Shutter Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain 
shutter function.
(On/Off)
Long Exposure NR Sets the noise reduction processing for long exposure 
shootings.
(On/Off)
High ISO NR Sets the noise reduction processing for high ISO 
sensitivity shootings.
(Normal/Low)
Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen.
(Auto/Off)
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Lens Comp.: Chro. 
Aber.
Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the 
screen.
(Auto/Off)
Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion on the screen.
(Auto/Off)
Face Priority Tracking Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or 
not when the camera detects that face during object 
tracking.
(On/Off)
Auto Slow Shutter Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter speed 
automatically when recording movies if the subject is 
dark.
(On/Off)
Movie Audio Rec Sets whether or not to record sound when recording a 
movie.
(On/Off)
Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie recording.
(On/Off)
AF Micro Adj. Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using 
the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately).
(AF Adjustment Setting/amount/Clear)
Main Settings
Menu start Selects a first-displayed menu from the top menu or 
the last menu screen.
(Top/Previous)
Function Menu Settings Assigns functions to the Fn (Function) button.
MOVIE Button Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button.
(On/Off)
Custom Key Settings Assigns functions to the Soft keys.
Touch Operation Sets whether or not to operate the camera using the 
touch panel.
(On/Off)
Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the 
camera.
(On/Off)
 Language Selects the language used on the screen.
Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time.
Area Setting Selects the area where you are using the camera.
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Help Guide Display Turns the Help Guide on or off.
(On/Off)
Power Save Sets the level of the power saving feature.
(Max/Standard)
Power Saving Start 
Time
Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save 
mode.
(30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec)
LCD Brightness Sets the brightness of the LCD screen.
(Manual/Sunny Weather)
Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of an Electronic Viewfinder (sold 
separately).
(Auto/Manual)
Display Color Selects the color of the LCD screen.
(Black/White/Blue/Pink)
Wide Image Selects a method to display wide images.
(Full Screen/Normal)
Playback Display Selects the method used to play back portrait images.
(Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate)
HDMI Resolution Set resolution when connected to HDMI TV.
(Auto/1080p/1080i)
CTRL FOR HDMI Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a 
“BRAVIA” Sync-compliant TV’s Remote Control.
(On/Off)
USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for 
each computer or USB device connected to the 
camera.
(Auto/Mass Storage/MTP)
Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor.
Calibration Enables you to perform calibration when the touch 
panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points 
where you touch.
Version Displays the version of the camera and the lens.
Demo Mode Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with 
movies.
(On/Off)
Initialize Resets the camera to the default settings.
(Reset Default/Factory Reset)
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* This setting appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. Do not use an 
Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera on an airplane. If an Eye-Fi card is inserted in 
the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off].
Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were 
purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions 
where you purchased the card.
Memory Card Tool
Format Formats the memory card.
File Number Selects the method to use to assign file numbers to 
still images and MP4 movies.
(Series/Reset)
Folder Name Selects the folder name format in which the still image 
is stored.
(Standard Form/Date Form)
Select Shoot. Folder Selects the recording folder to which still images and 
MP4 movies are recorded.
New Folder Creates a new folder to which still images and MP4 
movies are recorded.
Recover Image DB Repairs the image database file when inconsistencies 
are found.
Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies and 
the recordable number of still images on the memory 
card.
Eye-Fi Setup*
Upload Settings Sets whether to use the upload function of the camera 
with an Eye-Fi card.
(On/Off)
Network Settings
WPS Push You can register the access point to the camera easily 
by pushing the WPS button.
Access Point Settings You can register your access point manually.
Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct.
Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the camera.
Reset View on 
Smartphone
Resets the connecting information for [View on 
Smartphone].
Reset Network Settings Resets all the network settings to default settings.
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Functions available for each shooting mode
The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.
In the table below,   indicates the function is available, and a – indicates the 
function is not available.
The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen.
• The functions available may be limited also by conditions other than the shooting 
mode.
Shoot Mode Exposure 
Comp.
Self-timer Cont. 
Shooting
Face 
Detection
Picture Effect
 (Intelligent 
Auto)
––
SCN
 (Scene 
Selection)
–––
––
–––
–––
–––
–––
––– –
–––
––– –
 (Sweep 
Panorama)
––––
M
 (Manual 
Exposure)
–
S
 (Shutter Priority)
A
 (Aperture 
Priority)
P
 (Program Auto)
 (Superior 
Auto)
––
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Flash modes available
The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions 
selected.
In the table below,   indicates the function is available, and a – indicates the 
function is not available.
The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen.
* The camera emits flash light in slow synchro mode if the flash is necessary.
• The flash modes may be limited also by conditions other than the shooting mode.
• Even if you select a workable flash mode, the flash does not fire unless it is raised.
Shoot Mode Flash Off Autoflash Fill-flash Slow Sync. Rear Sync.
 (Intelligent 
Auto)
––
SCN
 (Scene 
Selection)
––
–––
––
–––
–––
––––
––––
–*–––
––––
 (Sweep 
Panorama)
––––
M
 (Manual 
Exposure)
––
S
 (Shutter Priority)
––
A
 (Aperture 
Priority)
––
P
 (Program Auto)
––
 (Superior 
Auto)
––
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Importing images to the computer
Importing images to the computer
Installing the software
To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided 
with CD-ROM (supplied):
• “Image Data Converter”
You can open RAW format image files.
• “PlayMemories Home” (Windows only)
You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your 
computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to 
enhance the images you have shot.
• Log on as Administrator.
• Use “Image Data Converter” to play back RAW images.
• If “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a camera that was purchased 
before 2011 has already been installed on the computer, “PMB” will be 
overwritten by “PlayMemories Home,” and you may be unable to use some 
functions of “PMB” that were previously available.
• “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play 
back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied 
with the Mac computer.
x
Windows
The following computer environment is recommended when using the 
supplied software and importing images via a USB connection.
* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image 
Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for 
creating discs.
** Starter (Edition) is not supported.
Notes
OS (pre-installed) Microsoft Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista** SP2/
Windows 7 SP1
“PlayMemories 
Home”
CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster
For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core 
Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or 
faster (Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster (AVC HD (FX/
FH)), Intel Core 2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster (AVC HD PS))
Memory: Windows XP 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is 
recommended), Windows Vista/Windows 7 1 GB or more
Hard Disk: Disk space required for installation—
approximately 500 MB
Display: Screen resolution—1024 × 768 dots or more
“Image Data 
Converter Ver.4”
CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster/1 GB or more
Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more
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x
Mac
The following computer environment is recommended when using the 
supplied software and importing images via a USB connection.
1Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) 
into the CD-ROM drive.
The installation menu screen appears.
• If the installation menu does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For 
Windows XP: [My Computer]) t  (PMHOME) t [Install.exe].
• If the AutoPlay screen appears, select “Run Install.exe” and follow the 
instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation.
2Connect the camera to the computer.
3Click [Install].
• Make sure that both “Image Data Converter” and “PlayMemories 
Home” are checked and follow the instructions on the screen.
• When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer 
following the instructions on the screen.
• DirectX may be installed depending on the system environment of your 
computer.
4Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete.
The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the 
desktop.
“Image Data Converter”
“PlayMemories Home”
“PlayMemories Home Help Guide”
OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 to v10.8
“Image Data Converter”: Mac OS X v10.5 to v10.8
“Image Data 
Converter Ver.4”
CPU: Intel processor, such as Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/
Core 2 Duo
Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended.
Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more
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Importing images to the computer
What you can do with the supplied software
x
“PlayMemories Home”
With “PlayMemories Home,” you can do the following:
• You can import images shot with the camera to your computer and display 
them on the computer.
• You can trim and resize images.
• You can organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to 
view them.
• You can retouch (Red Eye Correction, etc.), print, send still images as e-mail 
attachments and change the shooting date.
• You can print or save still images with the date.
• You can create a Blu-ray Disc, AVCHD disc or DVD disc from AVCHD 
movies imported to a computer. (An internet connection environment is 
required when a Blu-ray Disc/DVD disc is created for the first time.)
For details on “PlayMemories Home,” refer to “PlayMemories Home Help 
Guide”.
Double-click the shortcut of   (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the 
desktop, or click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t
[PlayMemories Home Help Guide].
“PlayMemories Home” support page (English only)
http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/
1Turn on your Mac computer, and insert the CD-ROM 
(supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
2Double-click the CD-ROM icon.
3Copy the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the [MAC] folder to the 
hard disk icon.
4Double-click the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the destination 
folder.
• Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
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• “PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play 
back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied 
with the Mac computer.
• Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)/50i 
24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted 
by “PlayMemories Home” in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This 
conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc in the original 
image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on 
a Blu-ray Disc.
x
“Image Data Converter”
With “Image Data Converter,” you can do the following:
• You can play back and edit images recorded in RAW format with various 
corrections, such as tone curve and sharpness.
• You can adjust images with white balance, exposure, and [Creative Style], 
etc.
• You can save the images displayed and edited on a computer. 
You can either save the image as RAW format or save it in the general file 
format.
• You can display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images recorded 
by this camera.
• You can rank images in 5 grades.
• You can apply color labels, etc.
For details on “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help.
Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t
[Image Data Converter Ver.4].
“Image Data Converter” support page (English only)
http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/
Notes
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Adding functions to the camera
Adding functions to the camera
Adding functions to the camera
You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the 
application downloading website   (PlayMemories Camera Apps) via the 
Internet.
For example, the following functions are available:
• You can control the camera using a Smartphone.
• You can use various effects for shooting images.
• You can upload images to network services directly from the camera.
Some applications may be fee-based.
x
Starting up downloading services
• The application downloading function may not be available in some countries and 
regions. For details, refer to the application downloading website above.
1Access the application 
downloading website.
http://www.sony.net/pmca
• Use Internet Explorer 8 or 9 for 
Windows, and Safari 5 for Mac.
2Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service 
account.
• Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired 
application to the camera.
Notes
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x
Downloading the application
x
Launching the downloaded application
1Access the application downloading website.
http://www.sony.net/pmca
• Use Internet Explorer 8 or 9 for Windows, and Safari 5 for Mac.
2Select the desired application 
and download the application 
to the camera following the 
instructions on the screen.
• Connect the computer and the 
camera using the micro USB Cable 
(supplied), following the 
instructions on the screen.
1Select MENU t [Application] t desired application to 
launch.
To the USB terminal
USB Cable 
(supplied)
To the USB terminal
zHow to download applications directly using Wi-Fi 
function of the camera
You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to 
a computer.
Select MENU t [Application] t   (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then 
follow the instructions on the screen to download applications.
Acquire a service account in advance (page 75).
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Connecting the camera to a network
Connecting the camera to a network
Transferring images to a Smartphone
You can transfer still images to a Smartphone and view them. Download the 
application “PlayMemories Mobile” to your Smartphone from the application 
store.
1Press (View on 
Smartphone) and select the 
desired mode.
• If another function is assigned to 
soft key B, select MENU t
[Playback] t [View on 
Smartphone].
This Image: Transfers the most 
recently shot or played back image to 
the Smartphone.
All Images on This Date:
Transfers all still images in the same 
date range as the most recently shot 
or played back image to the 
Smartphone.
All Images in The Device:
Transfers all still images in the 
camera to the Smartphone.
2If the camera is ready for the 
transfer, the information 
screen appears on the 
camera. Connect the 
Smartphone and the camera 
using that information.
• For details on operation of the 
Smartphone, refer to “α
Handbook.”
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• Some images may not be displayed on the Smartphone, depending on the 
recording format.
• The camera shares the connection information for [View on Smartphone] with a 
device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is 
permitted to connect to the camera, reset the connection information by following 
these steps. MENU t [Setup] t [Reset View on Smartphone]. After resetting 
the connection information, you must register the Smartphone again.
• “PlayMemories Mobile” is not available in some countries/regions. [View on 
Smartphone] is not available in some countries/regions that are not compatible 
with “PlayMemories Mobile.”
Connecting to a network
You can transfer images on the camera via Wi-Fi network and view them on 
other devices. The setting procedure differs depending on your LAN router or 
wireless LAN access point.
• A computer or TV that is already connected to a network is required at your 
home, etc.
• Be sure to set the network connection inside your wireless LAN access point 
area (the accessible area).
Refer to the table below for how to register the access point.
x
WPS Push
Notes
Access point How to register
Your access point has the WPS button. Use [WPS Push].
Other than above. Use [Access Point Settings].
1Select MENU t [Setup] t
[WPS Push].
2Press the WPS button on the access point you want to 
register.
The camera starts communicating with the access point.
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Connecting the camera to a network
x
Access Point Settings
• When aboard an airplane, turn off the camera.
Saving images to a computer
You can save images on the camera to a computer that is connected to a 
network. Before saving, install the software “PlayMemories Home” on your 
computer, connect the computer and the camera using a USB cable, and 
register the camera to “PlayMemories Home.”
• Depending on the application settings on your computer, the camera may turn off 
automatically after the images have been saved.
1Select MENU t [Setup] t
[Access Point Settings].
2Select the access point you want to register.
If the desired access point is displayed on the screen:
Select the access point.
If the desired access point is not displayed on the screen:
Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point following the instructions 
on the screen.
• For details, refer to “α Handbook.”
Notes
1Select MENU t [Playback] 
t [Send to Computer].
Notes
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Viewing images on a TV
You can transfer images on the camera to a network-compatible TV without 
connecting them using a cable. The transferred images can be played back on 
the TV.
1Select MENU t [Playback] 
t [View on TV].
2Select the device to be 
connected to the camera.
3Press the center of the control 
wheel to play back images as 
a slideshow. Or, touch   on 
the screen.
• Press the right/left side of the 
control wheel to move to the next/
previous image.
• Press or touch OPTION, and then 
[Device list] to change the device to 
be connected.
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Others
Others
Checking the number of recordable images
• When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card 
is full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in the current 
memory card (page 35).
• When “NO CARD” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means 
no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card.
x
Number of still images and time of movies recordable 
on a memory card
Still images
The following table shows the approximate number of still images that can be 
recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined 
using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending 
on the shooting conditions.
Image size: L 16M
Aspect ratio: 3:2*
(Units: images)
* When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the 
numbers shown in the table above (except for [RAW]).
Once you insert a memory card into the 
camera and set the power switch to ON, 
the number of images that can be 
recorded (should you continue to shoot 
using the current settings) is displayed 
on the LCD screen.
Notes
Capacity
Quality 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Standard 410 820 1650 3350 6700 13000
Fine 290 590 1150 2400 4800 9600
RAW & JPEG 79 160 320 640 1300 2600
RAW 105 215 440 880 1750 3550
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Movies
The following table shows the approximate recording times available. These 
are the total times for all movie files.
(h (hour), m (minute))
• The recording time of movies varies because the camera uses VBR (Variable Bit 
Rate), an encoding method that automatically adjusts image quality according to 
the shooting situation.
When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recording time 
is shorter because much memory is used.
The recording time also vary depending on the shooting condition or your subject 
or the setting of image quality/size.
• The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or 
condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or 
shoot still images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the camera 
rises and the recording time available will be shorter.
• If the camera stops movie recording due to the temperature, leave the camera for 
several minutes with the power turned off. Restart recording after the temperature 
inside the camera goes down.
• If you observe the following points, the recording time is longer.
– Keep the camera out of direct sunlight.
– Turn the camera off when it is not being used.
Capacity
Record Setting
2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
60i 24M(FX)
50i 24M(FX)
10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3 h 6 h
60i 17M(FH)
50i 17M(FH)
10 m 30 m 1 h 2 h 4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m
60p 28M(PS)
50p 28M(PS)
9 m 15 m 35 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 30 m 5 h 5 m
24p 24M(FX)
25p 24M(FX)
10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 3 h 6 h
24p 17M(FH)
25p 17M(FH)
10 m 30 m 1 h 2 h 4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m
1440×1080 12M 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 45 m 5 h 30 m 11 h 5 m
VGA 3M 1 h 10 m 2 h 25 m 4 h 55 m 10 h 20 h 5 m
40 h 15 m
Notes
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• The maximum size of a movie file is about 2 GB. When the file size is about 2 GB, 
the movie recording stops automatically when [File Format] is set to [MP4], and a 
new movie file is created automatically when [File Format] is set to [AVCHD].
• The maximum continuous recording time is approximately 29 minutes.
x
Number of still images recordable with a single 
charge of the battery pack
The approximate number of images that can be recorded is 330 images when 
you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity.
Note that the actual numbers may be less depending on the conditions of use.
• The number of images is calculated using full charged battery pack under the 
following conditions:
– At an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).
– An E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is attached.
– [Quality] is set to [Fine].
– [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF].
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The flash strobes once every two times.
– The power turns on and off once every ten times.
– Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the charge lamp goes out.
– Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately).
• The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
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List of icons on the LCD screen
Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status.
You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the 
control wheel.
Shooting standby
Graphic display
Movie recording
Playback
A
Display Indication
P A S M
Shoot Mode
Scene Selection
Scene Recognition 
icon
Memory card/
Upload
100 Number of 
recordable still 
images
123Min Recordable time 
of movies
Aspect ratio of 
still images
16M 14M 8.4M
7.1M 4M 3.4M
Image size of still 
images
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Others
B
RAW RAW+J
FINE STD
Image quality of 
still images
60i/50i 
60i/50i 
60p/50p 
24p/25p 
24p/25p 
Recording mode 
of movies
 100% Remaining battery
Flash charge in 
progress
AF illuminator
Live view
Does not record 
sound during 
movie recording
Wind noise 
reduction is 
activated
SteadyShot/
SteadyShot 
warning
Touch operation 
status (Touch 
Shutter/Object 
Tracking/Touch 
operation off)
Control dial
Display Indication
Electronic 
Viewfinder (sold 
separately) 
connection error
Electronic 
Viewfinder (sold 
separately) 
overheating 
warning
Overheating 
warning
Database file full/
Database file error
Zoom 
magnification
Smart Zoom
Clear Image Zoom
Digital Zoom
View mode
101-0012 Playback folder – 
File number
Protect
Print order
Wi-Fi wave being 
emitted
Display Indication
Soft keys
Display Indication
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C
D
Display Indication
Flash Mode/Red 
Eye Reduction
±0.0 Flash 
compensation
Drive Mode
Self-portrait Self-
timer
Metering Mode
Focus mode
Focus area mode
Face Detection
AWB  
  7500K
A7 G7
White Balance
   Soft Skin Effect
DRO/Auto HDR
Auto Port. 
Framing
Creative Style
Smile Shutter
Picture Effect
Smile detection 
sensitivity 
indicator
Display Indication
Level
Phase Detection AF 
ranging points
zFocus status
1/125 Shutter speed
F3.5 Aperture value
±0.0 Metered manual
Display Indication
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Others
±0.0 Exposure 
compensation
ISO400 ISO sensitivity
AE lock
Shutter speed 
indicator
Aperture indicator
REC 0:12 Recording time of 
the movie (m:s)
2012-1-1
9:30AM
Recorded date/time 
of the image
12/12 Image number/
Number of images 
in the view mode
Appears when HDR 
did not work on the 
image.
Appears when 
[Picture Effect] did 
not work on the 
image.
Touch shutter ON/
OFF switch
Histogram
Display Indication
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Learning more about the camera (α
Handbook)
“α Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on 
the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to “α Handbook” for in-depth instructions on 
the many functions of the camera.
x
For Windows users
x
For Mac users
1Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) 
into the CD-ROM drive.
2Click [Handbook].
3Click [Install].
4Start “α Handbook” from the shortcut on the desktop.
1Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) 
into the CD-ROM drive.
2Select the [Handbook] folder and copy “Handbook.pdf” 
stored in the [GB] folder to your computer.
3After copying is complete, double-click “Handbook.pdf.”
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Others
Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.
The battery pack cannot be installed.
• When you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to push the 
lock lever (page 17).
• You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is 
NP-FW50.
The remaining battery level indicator shows incorrect level or 
power runs out quickly despite the indicator showing sufficient 
battery level.
• This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or 
cold location.
• The battery pack is discharged. Install a charged battery pack (page 17).
• The battery pack is dead. Replace the battery pack with a new one.
Cannot turn the camera on.
• Install the battery pack correctly (page 17).
• The battery pack is discharged. Install a charged battery pack (page 17).
• The battery pack is dead. Replace the battery pack with a new one.
1Check the items on pages 89 to 93. Also refer to “α
Handbook” (PDF).
2Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-
insert the battery pack, and then turn on the power.
3Reset the settings (page 67).
4Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service 
facility.
Battery pack and power
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The power turns off suddenly.
• When the camera or battery pack is too warm, the camera displays a warning 
message and turns off automatically to protect the camera.
• If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to 
power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera by means 
such as pressing the shutter button halfway down.
The charge lamp on the camera flashes when charging the battery 
pack.
• You can only use an NP-FW50 battery pack. Make sure that the battery is 
NP-FW50.
• If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge 
lamp may flash.
• The charge lamp flashes in two ways, fast (about 0.3-second intervals) or 
slow (about 1.3-second intervals). If the charge lamp is flashing fast, remove 
the battery pack and reattach the same battery pack securely, or disconnect 
and reconnect the USB cable. If the charge lamp flashes fast again, it 
suggests that there is something wrong with the battery pack, AC Adaptor 
(supplied), or USB cable. Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended 
because the ambient temperature is outside the suitable range for charging 
the battery pack. Charging will resume and the charge lamp will be lit when 
the ambient temperature returns to within the suitable temperature. The 
optimal temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 °C and 
30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F).
The battery has not been charged even if the charge lamp has 
turned off.
• This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or 
cold location. The optimal temperature for charging the battery pack is 
between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F).
The battery pack is not charged.
• When the battery pack is not charged (the charge lamp does not light) even if 
you follow the proper charging procedure, remove the battery pack and re-
insert the same battery pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB 
cable.
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Nothing 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 turns to 
power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as 
pressing the shutter button halfway down.
The shutter does not release.
• You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is 
set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position.
• Check the free capacity of the memory card.
• You cannot record images while charging the flash.
• The lens is not attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page 22).
Recording takes a long time.
• The noise reduction function is turned on. This is not a malfunction.
• You are shooting in the RAW mode. Since the RAW data file is large, the 
RAW mode shooting may take time.
• The [Auto HDR] is processing an image.
The image is out of focus.
• The subject is too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens.
• You are shooting in manual focus mode. Set [AF/MF Select] to [Autofocus].
• Ambient light is insufficient.
• The subject may require special focusing. Use the [Flexible Spot] or manual 
focus function.
The flash does not work.
• Raise the flash (page 26).
• The flash is not attached correctly. Reattach the flash (page 26).
• You cannot use a flash with the following shooting mode:
– [Bracket: Cont.]
– [Sweep Panorama]
– [Night Scene], [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene 
Selection]
– Movie recording
Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash.
• Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on 
the image. This is not a malfunction.
Shooting images
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The 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 recharging process may take longer than usual 
to avoid overheating of the flash.
The image taken with the flash is too dark.
• If the subject is beyond the flash range (the distance that the flash can reach), 
the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject. If 
the ISO is changed, the flash range also changes with it (page 55).
The date and time are recorded incorrectly.
• Set the correct date and time (page 28).
• The area selected with [Area Setting] is different from the actual area. Set the 
actual area by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting].
The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes.
• The subject is too bright or too dark, and the camera’s available range for the 
aperture value and/or shutter speed is exceeded. Adjust the setting again.
The image is whitish (Flare).
Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting).
• The picture was taken under backlit conditions, and excessive light has 
entered the lens. When using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood.
The corners of the picture are too dark.
• If any filter or hood is used, take it off and try shooting again. Depending on 
the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood, the filter or 
the hood may partially appear on the image. The optical properties of some 
lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient 
light). You may compensate for this phenomenon with [Lens Comp.: 
Shading].
The eyes of the subject come out red.
• Activate the [Red Eye Reduction] function.
• Get close to the subject, and shoot the subject within the flash range 
(page 55) using the flash.
Dots appear and remain on the LCD screen.
• This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 94).
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The 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 flash is recommended (page 54). 
[Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] (page 48) 
are also effective in reducing blur.
The exposure value is flashing on the LCD screen or the 
viewfinder.
• The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera.
The self-timer lamp does not flash.
• When the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees with [Self-portrait 
Self-timer] set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait, the self-
timer lamp does not flash.
Images cannot be played back.
• The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
• When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file 
was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your 
camera is not guaranteed.
• The camera is in USB mode. Disconnect the camera from the computer.
• Use “PlayMemories Home” to copy images stored on your computer to your 
camera to play them back on your camera.
Viewing images
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Precautions
On the functions available 
with the camera
• Your camera is 1080 60i-
compatible or 1080 50i-
compatible.
To check whether the camera is 
1080 60i-compatible or 1080 
50i-compatible, check for the 
following marks on the bottom of 
the camera.
1080 60i-compatible camera: 60i
1080 50i-compatible camera: 50i
• Your camera is compatible with 
1080 60p/50p movies. Unlike 
existing standard recording modes, 
which record in an interlacing 
method, this camera records using 
a progressive method. This 
increases the resolution, and 
provides a smoother, more realistic 
image.
On the LCD screen and 
lens
• The LCD screen is manufactured 
using extremely high-precision 
technology so over 99.99 % of the 
pixels are operational for effective 
use. However, there may be some 
tiny black points and/or bright 
points (white, red, blue or green in 
color) that constantly appear on the 
LCD screen. These points are 
normal in the manufacturing 
process and do not affect the 
images in any way.
• Do not hold the camera by the 
LCD screen.
• A magnet is attached to the back of 
the LCD screen. Do not put objects 
that are affected by magnetic 
fields, such as a floppy disk or a 
credit card, between the LCD 
screen and the camera body.
• Images may trail across on the 
LCD screen in a cold location. 
This is not a malfunction. When 
turning on the camera in a cold 
location, the LCD screen may 
become temporarily dark.
• Do not press against the LCD 
screen. The monitor may be 
discolored and that may cause a 
malfunction.
• Do not expose the camera to direct 
sunlight. If reflected sunlight is 
focused on a nearby object, it may 
cause a fire. When you must place 
the camera under direct sunlight, 
attach the front lens cap.
Black, white, 
red, blue and 
green points
Magnet
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On using the lenses and 
accessories
It is recommended that you use Sony 
lenses/accessories designed to suit 
the characteristics of this camera. 
Using the products of other 
manufacturers may cause the camera 
not to operate to its capability, or 
result in accidents and malfunctions 
of the camera.
On the Smart Accessory 
Terminal 2
Set the power switch of the camera 
to OFF before you attach or remove 
an accessory, such as the flash, to the 
Smart Accessory Terminal 2. When 
attaching an accessory, plug the 
accessory into the Smart Accessory 
Terminal 2 to the end and fasten the 
screw. Make sure that the accessory 
is attached to the camera securely.
Do not use/store the 
camera in the following 
places
• In an extremely hot, dry or humid 
place
In places such as in a car parked in 
the sun, the camera body may 
become deformed and this may 
cause a malfunction.
• Storing under direct sunlight or 
near a heater
The camera body may become 
discolored or deformed, and this 
may cause a malfunction.
• In a location subject to rocking 
vibration
• Near strong magnetic place
• In sandy or dusty places
Be careful not to let sand or dust 
get into the camera. This may 
cause the camera to malfunction, 
and in some cases this malfunction 
cannot be repaired.
On the grip
The grip is applied with a special 
coating. The grip may be discolored 
if it is rubbed with dark colored 
cloth, leather, etc.
On storing
Be sure to attach the front lens cap 
when not using the camera.
On the temperature of the 
camera
Your camera and battery may get hot 
due to continuous use, but it is not a 
malfunction.
On operating temperatures
Your camera is designed for use 
under the temperatures between 0 °C 
and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F). 
Shooting in extremely cold or hot 
places that exceed this range is not 
recommended.
On moisture condensation
If the camera is brought directly 
from a cold to a warm location, 
moisture may condense inside or 
outside the camera. This moisture 
condensation may cause a 
malfunction of the camera.
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How to prevent moisture 
condensation
When bringing the camera from a 
cold place to a warm place, seal the 
camera in a plastic bag and allow it 
to adapt to conditions at the new 
location over about an hour.
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about 
an hour for the moisture to 
evaporate. Note that if you attempt 
to shoot with moisture remaining 
inside the lens, you will be unable to 
record clear images.
On the internal 
rechargeable battery
This camera has an internal 
rechargeable battery for maintaining 
the date and time and other settings 
regardless of whether the power is 
on or off, or the battery is installed 
or not. This rechargeable battery is 
continually charged as long as you 
are using the camera. However, if 
you use the camera for only short 
periods, it gradually discharges. If 
you do not use the camera at all for 
about three months it becomes 
completely discharged. In this case, 
be sure to charge this rechargeable 
battery before using the camera. 
However, even if this rechargeable 
battery is not charged, you can still 
use the camera as long as you do not 
record the date and time. If the 
camera resets to the default settings 
each time you charge the battery, the 
internal rechargeable battery may be 
dead. Consult your Sony dealer or 
local authorized Sony service 
facility.
Charging method of the internal 
rechargeable battery
Insert a charged battery pack into the 
camera, or connect the camera to a 
wall outlet (wall socket) using the 
AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave 
the camera for 24 hours or more with 
the power off.
On memory cards
Do not attach a label, etc. on a 
memory card or a card adaptor. This 
may cause a malfunction.
On 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 for stable 
performance of the memory card 
before shooting. Note that 
formatting permanently erases all 
data on the memory card, and is 
unrecoverable. Save precious data 
on a computer, etc.
• If you repeatedly record/delete 
images, fragmentation of data may 
occur on the memory card. Movies 
may not be able to be saved or 
recorded. In such a case, save your 
images to a computer or other 
storage location, and then format 
the memory card.
• The recorded contents cannot be 
compensated for even if recording 
or playback is not possible due to a 
malfunction of the camera or 
memory card, etc.
• To avoid the potential risk of data 
loss, always copy (back up) data to 
other media.
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• Before you record one-time events, 
make a trial recording to make sure 
that the camera is working 
correctly.
• This camera is neither dust-proof, 
nor splash-proof, nor water-proof.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun 
or other bright light. It may cause 
the malfunction of the camera.
• Do not look at the sun or a strong 
light through a removed lens. This 
may cause irrecoverable damage to 
your eyes. Or it may cause a 
malfunction of the lens.
• Do not use the camera near a place 
that generates strong radio waves 
or emits radiation. The camera 
may not be able to record or play 
back properly.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty 
place may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, 
remove it before using the camera 
(page 95).
• Do not shake or strike the camera. 
In addition to malfunctions and an 
inability to record images, this may 
render the memory card unusable, 
or cause image data breakdown, 
damage or loss.
• Clean the flash surface with a soft 
cloth. The heat of flash emission 
may cause dirt to adhere on the 
flash surface, resulting in smoking 
or scorching.
• Keep the camera, supplied 
accessories, etc., out of the reach 
of children. A memory card, etc., 
may be swallowed. If such 
problem occurs, consult a doctor 
immediately.
Importing AVCHD movies 
to a computer
When importing AVCHD movies to 
a computer, for Windows, use the 
software “PlayMemories Home” in 
the CD-ROM (supplied).
On RAW images
To view RAW images recorded with 
the camera, “Image Data Converter” 
on the CD-ROM (supplied) is 
required. If you do not intend to 
modify the images you record, we 
recommend that you shoot images 
using the JPEG format.
Notes on playing movies 
on other devices
• This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/
H.264 High Profile for AVCHD 
format recording. Movies recorded 
in AVCHD format with this 
camera cannot be played by the 
following devices.
– Other devices compatible with 
AVCHD format that does not 
support High Profile
– Devices incompatible with the 
AVCHD format
• This camera also uses MPEG-4 
AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 
format recording. For this reason, 
movies recorded in MP4 format 
with this camera cannot be played 
on devices other than those that 
support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
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• Discs recorded with HD (high 
definition) image quality can be 
played back only on AVCHD 
format-compatible devices. DVD-
based players or recorders cannot 
play back HD image quality discs, 
as they are incompatible with the 
AVCHD format. Also, DVD-based 
players or recorders may fail to 
eject HD image quality discs.
• Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 
50p format can be played back 
only on 1080 60p/1080 50p-
supported devices.
Caution when flying
When aboard an airplane, turn off 
the camera.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, 
videotapes, and other materials may 
be copyrighted. Unauthorized 
recording of such materials may be 
contrary to the provisions of the 
copyright laws.
The pictures used in this 
manual
The photographs used as examples 
of pictures in this manual are 
reproduced images, and are not 
actual images shot using this 
camera.
On the data specifications 
described in this manual
The data on performance and 
specifications are defined under the 
following conditions, except as 
described in this manual: at an 
ordinary ambient temperature of 
25 ºC (77 °F), and using a battery 
pack that has been fully charged for 
about an hour after the charge lamp 
has turned off.
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Specifications
Camera
[System]
Camera type: Interchangeable lens 
digital camera
Lens: E-mount lens
[Image sensor]
Image sensor: APS-C format (23.5 mm 
× 15.6 mm) CMOS image sensor
Total pixel number of image sensor: 
Approx. 16 700 000 pixels
Effective pixel number of camera: 
Approx. 16 100 000 pixels
[Anti-dust]
System: Charge protection coating on 
Low-Pass Filter and ultrasonic 
vibration mechanism
[Auto focus system]
System: Fast Hybrid AF (Phase 
detection system/Contrast 
detection system)
Sensitivity range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 
100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens)
[Exposure control]
Metering method: 1 200-segment 
metering by the image sensor
Metering range: EV0 to EV20 (at 
ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 
lens)
ISO sensitivity (Recommended 
exposure index): 
Still images: AUTO, ISO 100 – 
25 600
Movies: AUTO, ISO 100 – 6 400 
equivalent
Exposure compensation: ±3.0 EV 
(1/3 EV step)
[Shutter]
Type: Electronically-controlled, 
vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Speed range: 
Still images: 1/4 000 second to 
30 seconds, BULB
Movies: 1/4 000 second to 
1/4 second (1/3 EV step), 
1080 60i-compatible device up to 
1/60 second in AUTO mode (up to 
1/30 second in [Auto Slow Shutter] 
mode)
1080 50i-compatible device up to 
1/50 second in AUTO mode (up to 
1/25 second in [Auto Slow Shutter] 
mode)
Flash sync speed: 1/160 second
[Recording media]
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, 
SD card
[LCD screen]
LCD panel: Wide, 7.5 cm (3.0 type) 
TFT drive
Total number of dots: 921 600 dots
[Input/output terminals]
USB: Micro USB type B
HDMI: HDMI type C minijack
[Power]
Used battery pack: Rechargeable 
battery pack NP-FW50
[Power consumption]
When using an E PZ 16–50 mm 
F3.5–5.6 OSS lens*
Approx. 2.7 W
* supplied with NEX-5RL/5RY
[Others]
Exif Print: Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III: 
Compatible
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DPOF: Compatible
Dimensions (CIPA compliant):
Approx. 110.8 mm × 58.8 mm × 
38.9 mm (4 3/8 inches × 
2 3/8 inches × 1 9/16 inches)
(W/H/D)
Mass (CIPA compliant):
Approx. 276 g (9.7 oz)
(including battery and “Memory 
Stick PRO Duo” media)
Approx. 218 g (7.7 oz)
(camera only)
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C 
(32 °F to 104 °F)
File format:
Still image: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, 
Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) 
compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 
Format)
Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD 
format Ver. 2.0 compatible
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch
Dolby Digital Stereo Creator
• Manufactured under license from 
Dolby Laboratories.
Movie (MP4 format):
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
USB communication: Hi-Speed USB 
(USB 2.0)
[Wireless LAN]
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Flash HVL-F7S
Flash guide number: GN 7 (in meters at 
ISO 100)
Recycling time: Approx. 4 seconds
Flash coverage: Covering 16 mm lens 
(focal length that the lens indicates)
Flash compensation: ±2.0 EV (1/3 EV 
step)
Dimensions (CIPA compliant):
Approx. 35.9 mm × 23.8 mm × 
42.7 mm
(1 7/16 inches × 15/16 inches × 
1 11/16 inches)
(W/H/D)
Mass: Approx. 20.4 g (0.8 oz)
AC Adaptor AC-UB10/
UB10B/UB10C/UB10D
Power requirements: AC 100 V to 
240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA
Output voltage: DC 5 V, 0.5 A
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C 
(32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C 
(–4 °F to +140 °F)
Dimensions: 
Approx. 50 mm × 22 mm × 54 mm 
(2 inches × 7/8 inches × 
2 1/4 inches) (W/H/D)
Mass: 
For the USA and Canada: Approx. 
48 g (1.7 oz)
For countries or regions other than 
the USA and Canada: Approx. 43 g 
(1.5 oz)
Rechargeable battery pack 
NP-FW50
Used battery: Lithium-ion battery
Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V
Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V
Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V
Maximum charge current: 1.02 A
Capacity: Typical 7.7 Wh (1 080 mAh)
Minimum 7.3 Wh (1 020 mAh)
Maximum dimensions:
Approx. 31.8 mm × 18.5 mm × 
45 mm (1 5/16 inches × 3/4 inches 
× 1 13/16 inches) (W/H/D)
Mass: Approx. 57 g (2.1 oz)
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Lens
1) Power zoom
2) 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 sensor.
3) Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Lens E16 – 50 mm 
zoom lens1)
E18 – 55 mm 
zoom lens
E55 – 210 mm 
zoom lens
Camera NEX-5RL/5RY NEX-5RK NEX-5RY
Equivalent 
35 mm-format focal 
length2) (mm)
24 – 75 27 – 82.5 82.5 – 315
Lens groups –
elements
8 – 9 9 – 11 9 – 13
Angle of view2) 83° – 32° 76° – 29° 28.2° – 7.8°
Minimum focus3)
(m (feet))
0.25 – 0.3 
(0.82 – 1)
0.25 (0.82) 1.0 (3.28)
Maximum 
magnification (×)
0.215 0.3 0.225
Minimum f-stop f/22 – f/36 f/22 – f/32 f/22 – f/32
Filter diameter 
(mm)
40.5 49 49
Dimensions (max. 
diameter × height)
(Approx. mm (in.))
64.7 × 29.9
(2 5/8 × 1 3/16)
62.0 × 60.0
(2 1/2 × 2 3/8)
63.8 × 108
(2 5/8 × 4 3/8)
Mass (Approx. g  
(oz.))
116 (4.1) 194 (6.8) 345 (12.2)
SteadyShot Available Available Available
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On focal length
The picture angle of this camera is 
narrower than that of a 35 mm-format 
camera. You can find the approximate 
equivalent of the focal length of a 
35 mm-format camera, and shoot with 
the same picture angle, by increasing 
the focal length of your lens by half.
For example, by using a 50 mm lens, 
you can get the approximate equivalent 
of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format 
camera.
On image data 
compatibility
• This camera conforms with DCF 
(Design rule for Camera File system) 
universal standard established by 
JEITA (Japan Electronics and 
Information Technology Industries 
Association).
• Playback of images recorded with 
your camera on other equipment and 
playback of images recorded or 
edited with other equipment on your 
camera are not guaranteed.
Trademarks
•  is a trademark of Sony 
Corporation.
• “Memory Stick,”  , “Memory 
Stick PRO,”  , 
“Memory Stick Duo,” 
, “Memory 
Stick PRO Duo,” 
, “Memory 
Stick PRO-HG Duo,” 
, “Memory 
Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,” and 
 are trademarks of 
Sony Corporation.
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of 
Sony Corporation.
• “PlayMemories Camera Apps” is a 
trademark of Sony Corporation.
• “PhotoTV HD” is a trademark of 
Sony Corporation.
• Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™ are 
trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc 
Association.
• “AVCHD Progressive” and 
“AVCHD Progressive” logotype are 
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation 
and Sony Corporation.
• Dolby and the double-D symbol are 
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows 
Vista are either registered trademarks 
or trademarks of Microsoft 
Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-
Definition Multimedia Interface are 
trademarks or registered trademarks 
of HDMI Licensing LLC.
• Mac and Mac OS are trademarks or 
registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
• iOS is a trademark or registered 
trademark of Cisco Systems Inc.
• Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are 
trademarks or registered trademarks 
of Intel Corporation.
• Android is a registered trademark of 
Google Inc.
• DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are 
trademarks of Digital Living 
Network Alliance.
• SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, 
LLC.
• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi Inc.
• MultiMediaCard is a trademark of 
MultiMediaCard Association.
• “ ” and “PlayStation” are registered 
trademarks of Sony Computer 
Entertainment Inc.
• Adobe is a registered trademark or a 
trademark of Adobe Systems 
Incorporated in the United States and/
or other countries.
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• In addition, system and product 
names used in this manual are, in 
general, trademarks or registered 
trademarks of their respective 
developers or manufacturers. 
However, the ™ or ® marks are not 
used in all cases in this manual.
• Add further enjoyment with your 
PlayStation 3 by downloading the 
application for PlayStation 3 from 
PlayStation Store (where available).
• The application for PlayStation 3 
requires PlayStation Network 
account and application download. 
Accessible in areas where the 
PlayStation Store is available.
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Index
A
Access Point Settings................... 79
AEL w/ shutter............................. 64
AF Illuminator ............................. 64
AF Micro Adj. ............................. 66
AF/MF Select............................... 60
Anti Motion Blur ......................... 48
Aperture Priority.......................... 51
Application .................................. 63
Area Setting ................................. 66
Aspect Ratio................................. 61
Auto Port. Framing ...................... 60
Auto Review ................................ 64
Auto Slow Shutter........................ 66
Autofocus Area............................ 60
Autofocus Mode .......................... 60
B
Background Defocus Control ...... 42
Battery pack ................................. 17
Beep ............................................. 66
C
Calibration ................................... 67
Charging time .............................. 17
Cleaning Mode............................. 67
Clear Image Zoom ....................... 64
Color Space.................................. 65
Computer ..................................... 71
Cont. Shooting ............................. 45
Control dial .................................. 37
Control wheel............................... 36
Creative Style............................... 62
CTRL FOR HDMI....................... 67
Custom Key Settings ................... 66
D
Date/Time Setup....................  29, 66
Delete ....................................  35, 63
Demo Mode.................................  67
Digital Zoom ...............................  65
DISP (Display Contents).............  46
DISP Button(Monitor) ................  61
Disp MAC Address.....................  68
Display Card Space.....................  68
Display Color ..............................  67
Display Contents .........................  63
Downloading application ............  75
Drive Mode .................................  60
DRO/Auto HDR..........................  62
E
Edit Device Name .......................  68
Enlarge Image .............................  63
Exposure compensation ..............  44
Eye-Fi..........................................  68
Eye-Start AF................................  65
F
Face Detection.............................  60
Face Priority Tracking.................  66
Face Registration.........................  60
File Format............................  56, 62
File Number ................................  68
Fill-flash ......................................  54
Finder Display(DISP)..................  61
FINDER/LCD Setting.................  64
Flash Comp. ................................  62
Flash Mode..................................  54
Fn (Function) button ...................  55
Folder Name................................  68
Format .........................................  68
Front Curtain Shutter...................  65
Function Menu Settings ..............  66
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G
Grid Line...................................... 64
H
Handbook..................................... 88
Hand-held Twilight...................... 48
HDMI Resolution ........................ 67
Help Guide Display ..................... 67
Help Guides ................................. 40
High ISO NR ............................... 65
I
Icons............................................. 84
Image Data Converter.................. 74
Image Index ........................... 57, 63
Image Size ............................. 56, 61
Initialize ....................................... 67
Install ........................................... 71
Intelligent Auto............................ 47
ISO............................................... 62
L
Landscape .................................... 48
Language...................................... 66
LCD Brightness ........................... 67
LCD Display (DISP).................... 61
Lens.............................................. 22
Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.............. 66
Lens Comp.: Distortion ............... 66
Lens Comp.: Shading................... 65
Level ............................................ 46
Live View Display....................... 64
Long Exposure NR ...................... 65
M
Mac .............................................. 72
Macro........................................... 48
Manual Exposure ......................... 47
Memory card................................ 24
Menu ............................................ 59
Menu start .................................... 66
Metering Mode ............................ 62
MF Assist ....................................  65
MF Assist Time...........................  65
Moisture condensation ................  95
Movie ..........................................  32
Movie Audio Rec........................  66
MOVIE Button............................  66
N
New Folder..................................  68
Night Portrait...............................  48
Night Scene .................................  48
O
Object Tracking...........................  60
P
Panorama.....................................  49
Panorama Direction.....................  61
Peaking Color..............................  64
Peaking Level..............................  64
Phase Detection AF Area ............  64
Photo Creativity ..........................  41
Picture Effect.........................  43, 62
Playback ......................................  33
Playback Display.........................  67
PlayMemories Home...................  73
Portrait.........................................  48
Power Save..................................  67
Power Saving Start Time ............  67
Program Auto ..............................  52
Protect .........................................  63
Q
Quality.........................................  61
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R
Record Setting ............................. 62
Recover Image DB ...................... 68
Red Eye Reduction ...................... 64
Release w/o Lens ......................... 65
Reset Default ............................... 67
Reset Network Settings................ 68
Reset View on Smartphone ......... 68
Rotate........................................... 63
S
S. Auto Image Extract.................. 65
Scene Selection............................ 48
Scroll playback ............................ 50
Select Shoot. Folder..................... 68
Self-portrait Self-timer................. 65
Self-timer ..................................... 44
Self-timer(Cont)........................... 45
Send to Computer ........................ 79
Setting the clock .......................... 29
Setup ............................................ 64
Shoot Mode.................................. 47
Shooting (movies)........................ 32
Shooting (still images)................. 30
Shooting Tip List ......................... 61
Shooting tips ................................ 40
Shutter Priority............................. 50
Slide Show ................................... 63
Smile Shutter ............................... 60
Soft keys ...................................... 37
Soft Skin Effect............................ 61
Software....................................... 71
Spd Priority Cont. ........................ 46
Specifications............................... 99
Specify Printing ........................... 63
Sports Action ............................... 48
SteadyShot ................................... 65
Still/Movie Select ........................ 63
Sunset........................................... 48
Superior Auto............................... 52
Sweep Panorama.......................... 49
T
Touch Operation....................  38, 66
Touch panel.................................  38
Touch Shutter........................  31, 60
U
Upload Settings ...........................  68
USB Connection..........................  67
V
Version ........................................  67
View mode ..................................  63
View on Smartphone...................  77
View on TV (HDMI cable 
compatible TV).......................  58
View on TV (Network compatible 
TV)..........................................  80
Viewfinder Bright. ......................  67
Volume Settings ..........................  63
W
White Balance .............................  62
Wide Image .................................  67
Wi-Fi ...........................................  78
Wind Noise Reduct. ....................  66
Windows .....................................  71
WPS Push....................................  78
Z
Zoom .....................................  53, 60
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