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Digital Still Camera DSC-HX350
How to Use
Before Use
Names of parts
Checking the camera and the supplied items [1]
Identifying parts [2]
Icons and indicators
List of icons on the screen [3]
Using the strap
Using the shoulder strap [4]
Adjusting the viewfinder
Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) [5]
In-Camera guide
About the [In-Camera Guide] [6]
About the shooting advice [7]
Confirming the operation method
Confirming the operation method

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  • Page 1 Digital Still Camera DSC-HX350 How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts [2] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [3] Using the strap Using the shoulder strap [4]...

  • Page 2: Using Shooting Functions

    Using the control button [8] Using MENU items [9] Using the Fn (Function) button [10] Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [11] Shooting movies [12] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [13] Intelligent Auto [14] Superior Auto [15] About Scene Recognition [16] The advantages of automatic shooting [17] Program Auto [18]...
  • Page 3 Using the flash Using flash [30] Flash Mode [31] Flash Comp. [32] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [33] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [34] Aspect Ratio (still image) [35] Quality (still image) [36] Panorama: Size [37] Panorama: Direction [38] Adjusting the focus...
  • Page 4 Exposure Comp. [52] Metering Mode [53] Exposure Set. Guide [54] Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode [55] Cont. Shooting [56] Self-timer [57] Self-portrait [58] Self-timer(Cont) [59] Cont. Bracket [60] WB bracket [61] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [62] Multi Frame NR [63] Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt.
  • Page 5 Record Setting (movie) [71] SteadyShot (movie) [72] Micref Level [73] Wind Noise Reduct. [74] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [75] MOVIE Button [76] Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [77] Function Menu Set. [78] Custom Key Settings [79] Function of the Custom key [80] Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [81] Smile/Face Detect.

  • Page 6: Changing Settings

    Deleting images Deleting a displayed image [94] Deleting multiple selected images [95] Playing back movies Playing back movies [96] Motion Shot Video [97] Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [98] Printing Specify Printing [99] Using viewing functions View Mode [100] Slide Show [101] Rotate [102] Protect [103]...

  • Page 7: Viewing On Computers

    Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [110] Tile Menu [111] Mode Dial Guide [112] Display Quality [113] Pwr Save Start Time [114] PAL/NTSC Selector [115] Demo Mode [116] HDMI Resolution [117] CTRL FOR HDMI [118] USB Connection [119] USB LUN Setting [120] USB Power Supply [121] Language [122] Date/Time Setup [123] Area Setting [124]...

  • Page 8: Precautions/This Product

    Installing PlayMemories Home [136] Software for Mac computers [137] Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer [138] Importing images to the computer [139] Disconnecting the product from the computer [140] Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created [141] Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies [142] Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies [143]...

  • Page 9: Other Information

    Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad [153] On TV color systems [154] Other information ZEISS lens [155] AVCHD format [156] License [157] Trademarks Trademarks [158] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [159] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.

  • Page 10: Shooting Still Images/Movies

    Shooting still images/movies You cannot record images. [167] Recording takes a long time. [168] The image is out of focus. [169] Zoom does not work. [170] The flash does not work. [171] Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [172] The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work.

  • Page 11: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling

    Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [193] Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. [194] Printing Images are printed with both edges cut off. [195] You cannot print images with the date. [196] Others The lens gets fogged.

  • Page 12: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items

    [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) NP-BX1 Rechargeable battery pack (1) Micro USB Cable (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/regions) *Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera.

  • Page 13: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts 1. Fn button 2. CUSTOM button You can assign a desired function to the CUSTOM button. 3. Shutter button 4. For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ (Playback zoom) lever 5. Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator 6. Lens 7.
  • Page 14 1. Stereo microphone 2. Viewfinder 3. MOVIE (Movie) button (Playback) button 5. FINDER/MONITOR button The camera does not switch between the monitor display and the viewfinder display automatically. Switch the display by pressing this button. 6. ON/OFF (Power) button and Power/Charge lamp 7.

  • Page 15: List Of Icons On The Screen

    Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 16: List Of Shooting Mode Icons

    List of shooting mode icons List of viewing mode icons P P* A S M Shooting mode Memory number Memory card/Uploading status Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection Remaining number Aspect ratio of still images 20M / 18M / 15M / 10M / 8.9M / 7.5M / 5.0M / 4.5M / 3.7M / 2.1M / VGA Image size of still images...
  • Page 17 Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Recording settings of movies Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator SteadyShot Camera-shake warning Overlay icon Wind Noise Reduction Write Date Micref Level Low Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Smart zoom Clear Image Zoom...
  • Page 18 Digital Zoom Spot metering area C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display Digital level gauge View Mode 100-0003 Folder – file number Recording format of movies Protect DPOF DPOF set Auto Object Framing Drive Mode Metering mode Flash mode/Red-eye reduction ±0.0 Flash compensation Focus mode 7500K A5 G5 White balance Focus area...
  • Page 19 ±0 ±0 ±0 Creative Style Smile/Face Detect. Lock-on AF Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator Lock-on AF Guide display for Lock-on AF Switch Av/Tv Guide display for switching Aperture value/Shutter speed REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Manual ring function Control dial function Focus 1/250...

  • Page 20: Using The Shoulder Strap

    ISO400 ISO sensitivity Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2016-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode [4] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Viewfinder (Diopter-Adjustment)

    [5] How to Use Before Use Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. 1. Turn the diopter-adjustment dial. [6] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why.

  • Page 22: About The Shooting Advice

    1. Press the MENU or Fn button. 2. Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right side on the control button. 3. Press the ? (In-Camera Guide) button. The operation guide for the MENU item you have selected in step 2 is displayed. If you press the on the center of the control button after selecting an item shown in gray, the reason the item cannot be set is displayed.

  • Page 23: Using Menu Items

    You can move the selection cursor by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control button. Your selection is determined when you press on the center of the control button. The DISP (Display Setting), (Exposure Comp.), (Photo Creativity), (Drive Mode) and (Flash Mode) functions are assigned to the top/left/right side of the control button.

  • Page 24: Using The Fn (Function) Button

    2. Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right button on the control button, and then press on the center of the control button. The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu] setting. 3.
  • Page 25 2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right button on the control button. 3. Set the desired setting by turning the control dial. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control button.

  • Page 26: Shooting Still Images

    [11] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images Shoots still images. 1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto). 2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3.

  • Page 27: Focus Indicator

    The shortest shooting distance is approximately 1 cm (0.03 ft) (W), 240 cm (7.87 ft) (T) (from the lens). 4. Press the shutter button fully down. Focus indicator lights: Image is in the focus. flashes: The focusing has failed. Hint When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound.

  • Page 28: List Of Mode Dial Functions

    2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie). If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the product operating will be recorded.

  • Page 29: Intelligent Auto

    Allows you to shoot fast-moving subjects etc., by manually adjusting the shutter speed. M (Manual Exposure): Allows you to shoot still images with the desired exposure by adjusting the shutter speed and the aperture value. 1/2 (Memory recall): Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or numeric settings registered in advance.

  • Page 30: Superior Auto

    [15] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically. The product may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., using more shooting settings than in Intelligent Auto mode to record higher quality images.

  • Page 31: Scene Recognition

    Scene Recognition: If the product recognizes a scene, icons and guides such as (Portrait), (Infant), (Night Portrait), (Night Scene), (Backlight Portrait), (Backlight), (Landscape), (Macro), (Spotlight), or (Low Light) are displayed on the first line. If the product recognizes a condition, icons such as (Tripod) , (Walk)* , (Move),...

  • Page 32: Program Auto

    Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. 1. Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto). 2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3.
  • Page 33 2. Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the focus and brightness. 3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition. (A) This part will not be shot. 4.

  • Page 34: Scene Selection

    When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the AE/AF locked angle are very different in brightness and focus, the shooting may not be successful. If this happens, change AE/AF locked angle and shoot again. The following situations are not suited for shooting Sweep Panorama: Moving subjects.
  • Page 35 Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise.
  • Page 36 Pet: Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. Gourmet: Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors. Beach: Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight. Snow: Allows you to shoot clear images, preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white.

  • Page 37: Shutter Priority

    Soft Skin: Allows you to shoot images of faces with a smoother look. High Sensitivity: Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash, and reduces subject blur. Also allows you to shoot dark movie scenes more brightly. Note In the [Night Scene], [Night Portrait] and [Fireworks] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.

  • Page 38: Aperture Priority

    speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. 1. Set the mode dial to S (Shutter Priority). 2. Select the desired value by turning the control dial. 3.

  • Page 39: Manual Exposure

    3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot.

  • Page 40: Memory Recall

    The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot. [24] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Memory recall Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or camera settings registered in advance.

  • Page 41: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    Allows you to shoot with the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) adjusted automatically. The other settings can be adjusted manually. Aperture Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually.

  • Page 42: Zoom Setting

    (1) Optical zoom range Images are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product. (2) Smart Zoom range ( Zoom images without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially cropping an image (only when the image size is [M], [S] or [VGA]). (3) Clear Image Zoom range ( Zoom images using an image process with less deterioration.

  • Page 43: About Zoom Scale

    to the largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. [29] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom About zoom scale The zoom scale changes according to the settings of this product.

  • Page 44: Flash Mode

    2. Press the shutter button fully down. When you do not use the flash When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. Note When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes.

  • Page 45: Flash Comp

    button. Menu item details Flash Off: The flash does not operate. Autoflash (default setting): The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed.

  • Page 46: Switching The Screen Display (Shooting)

    Note The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible. [33] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode...

  • Page 47: Image Size (Still Image)

    Histogram Level Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. [34] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper.

  • Page 48: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)

    M: 8.9M 3648×2432 pixels S: 4.5M 2592×1728 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 4:3 L: 20M 5184×3888 pixels M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels VGA 640×480 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 15M 5184×2920 pixels M: 7.5M 3648×2056 pixels S: 2.1M 1920×1080 pixels Image size when [...

  • Page 49: Quality (Still Image)

    [36] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image) Selects the compression format of still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details Fine (default setting): File format: JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded.

  • Page 50: Panorama: Direction

    [38] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Direction] → desired setting. Menu item details Right (default setting): Pan the camera from the left to the right.

  • Page 51: Focus Area

    when the subject is motionless. DMF (DMF): After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment manually. MF (Manual Focus): Adjusts the focus manually. Note Dust or fingerprints on the lens may show on the image if the subject is too close. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc.

  • Page 52: Manual Focus

    On the Flexible Spot shooting screen, you can change the size of the AF range finder frame by rotating the control dial. [41] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus-lock Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode. 1.

  • Page 53: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    When you rotate the manual ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. [43] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after the focus is locked. You can quickly focus on a subject rather than using the manual focus from the beginning.

  • Page 54: Focus Magnifier

    in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ MF Assist] → [On]. 2. Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged. Note You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. [45] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus...

  • Page 55: Peaking Level

    Set the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [ MF Assist] or [Focus Magnifier] function. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Focus Magnif. Time] → desired setting. Menu item details 2 Sec (default setting): Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds.

  • Page 56: Peaking Color

    HDMI cable. [48] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red.

  • Page 57: Af Illuminator (Still Image)

    Lock-on AF (On) Maintains the focus on a moving subject automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Lock-on AF] → [On]. 2. Align the target frame and the subject to be tracked, and press in the center. Note The [Lock-on AF] function may not operate well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly.

  • Page 58: Exposure Comp

    Uses the AF illuminator. Off: Does not use the AF illuminator. Note Focus is achieved as long as the AF illuminator light reaches the subject, regardless of whether light fails to reach the center of the subject. You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations: In movie mode In [iSweep Panorama] mode...

  • Page 59: Exposure Set. Guide

    exposure. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi (default setting): Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering). Center: Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted metering).

  • Page 60: Drive Mode

    Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. You can also set the drive mode by pressing (Drive Mode) button of the control button. Menu item details Single Shooting (default setting): Shoots one still image.

  • Page 61: Self Portrait

    Continuous Shooting: Hi (default setting): Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 10 images per second. Continuous Shooting: Lo: Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 2 images per second. [57] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)

  • Page 62: Self-Timer(Cont)

    shooting after a beep sounds. Menu item details Self-portrait: One Person (default setting): The product starts shooting when it detects one person’s face. Self-portrait: Two People: The product starts shooting when it detects two person’s faces. [59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)
  • Page 63 completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Cont. Bracket] 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left button on the control button. Menu item details Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 3 Image (default setting): This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV.
  • Page 64 [62] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ISO] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi Frame NR: Combines continuous shots to create an image with less noise.

  • Page 65: Multi Frame Nr

    Multi Frame NR The product automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines them, reduces the noise, and records them as one image. With multi frame noise reduction, you can select larger ISO numbers than the maximum ISO sensitivity. The image recorded is one combined image.
  • Page 66 level from Lv1 (weak) to Lv5 (strong). Note [DRO/Auto HDR] is fixed to [Off] when the shooting mode is set to [iSweep Panorama], or when [Multi Frame NR] or [Picture Effect] is used. [DRO/Auto HDR] is fixed to [Off] when [Night Scene], [Night Portrait], [Hand-held Twilight], [Anti Motion Blur], or [Fireworks] is selected in [Scene Selection].

  • Page 67: White Balance

    When the flash is used, this function has little effect. When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the product has detected a problem, displayed on the recorded image to inform you of this situation.

  • Page 68: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode

    Custom: Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup]. Custom Setup: Memorizes the basic white color under the light conditions for the shooting environment. Hint You can use the right button on the control button to display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color temperature as required.

  • Page 69: Picture Effect

    [68] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting an effect mode Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Disables the [Picture Effect] function.

  • Page 70: Creative Style

    Watercolor: Creates an image with ink bleed and blurring effects as if painted using watercolors. Illustration: Creates an illustration-like image by emphasizing the outlines. Hint You can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the left/right button on the control button. [Toy Camera] [Posterization] [Partial Color]...
  • Page 71 Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the product adjusts the exposure. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Creative Style] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard (default setting): For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors.

  • Page 72: File Format (Movie)

    [Standard] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] When [Creative Style] is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. [70] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format.
  • Page 73 60i/50i: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 fields/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50 fields/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in interlaced mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format. 24p/25p: Movies are recorded at approximately 24 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format.

  • Page 74: Steadyshot (Movie)

    1440×1080 12M (default setting): Records movies of 1440 × 1080. Bit-rate: Average 12 Mbps VGA 3M: Records movies of VGA size. Bit-rate: Average 3 Mbps * 1080 60i (NTSC) compatible device ** 1080 50i (PAL) compatible device Note 60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices. 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...

  • Page 75: Micref Level

    [73] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Micref Level You can select the microphone level for movie recording. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Micref Level] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal (default setting): Records the ambient sounds within a certain level. This setting is suitable for recording everyday conversations.

  • Page 76: Auto Slow Shut. (Movie)

    [75] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the subject is dark. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Slow Shut.] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Uses [...

  • Page 77: Items That Can Be Registered

    [77] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory Allows you to register up to 2 often-used modes or product settings in the product. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial. 1.

  • Page 78: Custom Key Settings

    [79] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Custom Key Settings Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the appropriate key when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1.

  • Page 79: Smile/Face Detect

    2. Press (Photo Creativity) on the control button. 3. Select the item to be changed using the control button. (Brightness): Adjusts brightness. (Color): Adjusts color. (Vividness): Adjusts vividness. (Picture Effect): You can select a desired effect and shoot images with the specific texture. 4.
  • Page 80 Menu item details Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function. On (default setting): Automatically selects a face to be brought into focus. Smile Shutter: Automatically detects and shoots a smile. Face Detection frame When the product detects a face, the gray face detection frame appears. When the product determines that autofocus is enabled, the face detection frame turns white.

  • Page 81: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)

    [83] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Soft Skin Effect (still image) Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the [Face Detection] function. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Soft Skin Effect] →...

  • Page 82: Auto Obj. Framing (Still Image)

    [85] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Auto Obj. Framing (still image) When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are tracked by [Lock-on AF], the product automatically trims the image into an appropriate composition, and then saves it.

  • Page 83: Write Date (Still Image)

    1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ High ISO NR] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal (default setting): Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. [87] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...

  • Page 84: Auto Review

    composition of images. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Grid Line] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Does not display the grid line. Displays the grid line. [89] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting.

  • Page 85: Playback Zoom

    1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2. Select the image with the control button. Hint The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may not be played back correctly.

  • Page 86: Switching The Screen Display (During Playback)

    To change the number of images to be displayed MENU → (Playback) → [Image Index] → desired setting. Menu item details 9 Images (default setting)/25 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control button. Displaying a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control button, then press the top/bottom button on the control button.

  • Page 87: Deleting A Displayed Image

    Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. 1. Display the image you want to delete. 2. Press the (Delete) button. 3. Select [Delete] using the control button, then press on the center of the control button. [95] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images...

  • Page 88: Motion Shot Video

    Plays back the recorded movies. 1. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Select the movie to be played back using the control button. 3. To play back movies, press on the center. Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc.

  • Page 89: Playing Back Panoramic Images

    Note You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file. If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product may fail to create the image. Hint You can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU →...

  • Page 90: View Mode

    You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.” 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Selects images to order printing.

  • Page 91: Slide Show

    Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. [101] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Slide Show Automatically plays back images continuously. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. 2. Select [Enter]. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] (default setting), in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once.
  • Page 92 center. If you rotate the image once, the image remains rotated even after the product is turned off. Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software.

  • Page 93: Still Image Pb

    [104] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions 4K Still Image PB Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 1. Turn off this product and the TV. 2. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
  • Page 94 Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.

  • Page 95: Viewing Images On A "Bravia" Sync-Compatible Tv

    [106] How to Use Viewing Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote Control. 1.

  • Page 96: Monitor Brightness

    [107] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting. Menu item details Manual: Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. [108] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...

  • Page 97: Upload Settings(Eye-Fi)

    Shutter: Produces the shutter sound only. Off: Does not produce sound. [110] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot.

  • Page 98: Mode Dial Guide

    Settings] to [Off]. When the upload function is set to [Off], the indicator will be displayed on the product. Power save mode will not function during uploading. (error) is displayed, remove the memory card and reinsert it, or turn the product off and then on again.

  • Page 99: Display Quality

    Off (default setting): Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. [113] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Display Quality You can change the display quality. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality.

  • Page 100: Pal/Ntsc Selector

    PAL/NTSC Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a PAL/NTSC system TV. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [PAL/NTSC Selector] → [Enter] Note This function is provided with 1080 50i-compatible devices only. It is not provided with 1080 60i-compatible devices. The 1080 50i-compatible devices have a “50i” mark on the bottom of the product.

  • Page 101: Hdmi Resolution

    Even if [On] is selected, the product does not start a demonstration if there is no movie file on the memory card. When [On] is selected, the product does not switch to power save mode. [117] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu HDMI Resolution When you connect the product to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an...

  • Page 102: Usb Connection

    You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. [119] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to this product.

  • Page 103: Usb Power Supply

    1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi (default setting): Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. [121] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a...

  • Page 104: Date/Time Setup

    [123] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format.

  • Page 105: File Number

    Formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. [126] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu File Number Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded images. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series (default setting): Even if you change the recording destination folder or change the memory card, the product continues to assign numbers to files in sequence.

  • Page 106: Folder Name

    Creates a new folder in the memory card. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used. Images are recorded in the newly created folder. A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies that have the same number are created at the same time.

  • Page 107: Display Media Info

    If image files were processed on a computer, problems may occur in the image database file. In such cases, the images on the memory card will not be played back on this product. If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. 1.

  • Page 108: Recommended Computer Environment

    Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: www.sony.net/pcenv/ [135] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software PlayMemories Home With PlayMemories Home, you can do the following: You can import images shot with this product to your computer.

  • Page 109: Installing Playmemories Home

    DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only).

  • Page 110: Software For Mac Computers

    Viewing on computers Using the software Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The software that can be used varies depending on the region. [138] How to Use Viewing on computers...

  • Page 111: Disconnecting The Product From The Computer

    Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.

  • Page 112: Selecting A Disc To Be Created

    (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: AVCHD, MP4 (AVC) Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 3, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high-definition image quality (HD) disc.

  • Page 113: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies

    You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu- ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 114: Creating Dvd Discs (Avchd Recording Discs) From High- Definition Image Quality Movies

    You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD- compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 115: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies

    Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies You can create DVD discs that can be played back on ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD players, computers that can play back DVD discs, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD disc using PlayMemories Home.
  • Page 116 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.

  • Page 117: Notes On The Flash

    Notes on playing movies on other devices This product uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in AVCHD format with this product 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 product also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording.

  • Page 118: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery

    When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to perform the following operation to protect private information. Perform [Setting Reset] to reset all the settings. [146] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions 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 whether the battery pack is charged or discharged.

  • Page 119: Charging Time (Full Charge)

    temperatures outside this range. When you connect this product and a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop’s battery charge may decrease. Do not charge this product using the laptop computer for too long. Do not turn on/restart a computer, wake a computer from sleep mode, or turn off a computer while this product is connected to the computer via USB cable.

  • Page 120: How To Store The Battery Pack

    The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. For some countries/regions, connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and then connect the AC Adaptor to a wall outlet (wall socket) when you charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor.

  • Page 121: Memory Card

    If the Charge lamp flashes even if the AC Adaptor is connected to the product and the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging has stopped temporarily and is on standby. Charging stops and enters standby status automatically when the temperature is outside of the recommended operating temperature.
  • Page 122 Note When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.

  • Page 123: Memory Stick Media

    SDXC memory cards and microSDXC memory cards.) Contact the manufacturer for inquiries about memory cards not manufactured by Sony Corporation. Notes on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go.

  • Page 124: Number Of Still Images

    Wipe the lens and flash with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust with a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution.

  • Page 125: Recordable Time Of Movies

    2GB: 295 images 4GB: 590 images 8GB: 1150 images 16GB: 2400 images 32GB: 4800 images 64GB: 9600 images Fine 2GB: 200 images 4GB: 400 images 8GB: 810 images 16GB: 1600 images 32GB: 3250 images 64GB: 6500 images When the [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [4:3], you can record more pictures than shown above.
  • Page 126 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 5 m 64GB: 8 h 15 m 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS) 8GB: 35 m 16GB: 1 h 15 m 32GB: 2 h 30 m 64GB: 5 h 5 m 24p 24M(FX) 25p 24M(FX) 8GB: 40 m...

  • Page 127: On Tv Color Systems

    shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. [153] How to Use Precautions/This product Using this product abroad Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad You can use the battery charger (sold separately) and the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC and 50 Hz/60 Hz.

  • Page 128: Zeiss Lens

    [155] How to Use Precautions/This product Other information ZEISS lens The camera is equipped with a ZEISS lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for the camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by ZEISS in accordance with the quality standards of ZEISS in Germany.
  • Page 129 Storage connection between the product and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder. [158] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Cyber-shot, , Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo, , Memory Stick PRO Duo,...

  • Page 130: You Cannot Insert The Battery Pack Into The Product

    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. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

  • Page 131: You Cannot Turn On The Product

    Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the lock lever is locked. [161] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot turn on the product. After inserting the battery pack into the product, it may take a few moments for the product to power up.

  • Page 132: The Charge Lamp On The Product Flashes When Charging The Battery Pack

    [164] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack. This phenomenon occurs when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location. The optimum temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F).

  • Page 133: Recording Takes A Long Time

    You cannot record images while charging the flash. [168] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Recording takes a long time. The noise reduction function is processing an image. This is not a malfunction. The [Auto HDR] function is processing an image. The product is compiling images.

  • Page 134: Fuzzy White Circular Spots Appear On Images Shot Using The Flash

    Raise the flash. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: [Anti Motion Blur], [Night Scene], [Hand-held Twilight], [Fireworks] or [High Sensitivity] in Scene Selection is selected. During Sweep Panorama shooting. During movie recording. [172] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash.

  • Page 135: The Date And Time Are Recorded Incorrectly

    [175] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Set the correct date and time. The area selected using [Area Setting] differs from the actual area. Select the actual area. [176] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes.

  • Page 136: Dark Shadow Appears On The Image

    Dark shadow appears on the image. Depending on the brightness of the subject, you may see a dark shadow when you change the aperture. This is not a malfunction. [180] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The eyes of the subject come out red. Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On].

  • Page 137: The Image Is Blurred

    [184] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is blurred. Activate the SteadyShot function by pressing the shutter button halfway down and then shoot images. The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in product-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended.

  • Page 138: The Date And Time Are Not Displayed

    The date and time are not displayed. The screen display is set to display images only. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control button to display the information. [188] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection. [189] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images...

  • Page 139: You Cannot Import Images

    [191] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers You cannot import images. Connect this product and your computer correctly making a USB connection. When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer, you may not be able to import the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by this product.

  • Page 140: Images Are Printed With Both Edges Cut Off

    Images are printed with both edges cut off. Depending on your printer, the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with [ Aspect Ratio] set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.

  • Page 141: The Product Stops With The Lens Portion Extended./The Product Turns Off With The Lens Portion Extended

    The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with the lens portion extended. Do not attempt to force lens that has stopped moving. Insert a charged battery pack, then turn the product on again. [199] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time.

  • Page 142: The Product Does Not Work Properly

    If an AC-UD10/AC-UD11 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the product again. If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 143: Warning Messages

    There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E. [204] Troubleshooting Messages Messages Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time.
  • Page 144 System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated.
  • Page 145 iSweep Panorama Lock-on AF Overly bright conditions Lock-on AF Varying levels of brightness Lock-on AF Flickering lights iSweep Panorama Subjects too close to the product iSweep Panorama Large moving subjects or subjects that move too quickly Superior Auto iSweep Panorama Auto HDR Lock-on AF Subjects too small or too large...

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