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Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
ILCE-6700
α6700
Recommended pages in the Help Guide
Finding functions from MENU
You can check the list of the menu items. You can also move to the explanation page for each item from the menu
item on the list.
Memory cards that can be used
Information about memory cards that can be used with this camera.
Focusing using subject recognition functions
The camera will automatically recognize the subject and can focus on the eyes, etc. when shooting images.
Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style)
When shooting with [Intelligent Auto] or [Scene Selection], you can easily adjust the brightness and color to your
liking with touch operations.
Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.)
You can assign frequently used functions to the desired buttons and dials.
Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl
You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth compatible remote commander (sold separately) or shooting grip
(sold separately).
Support information
Looking for valuable information, such as essential points on shooting
This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the website when you
set up your camera.
Firmware, Questions & Answers and Compatibility
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Recommended pages in the Help Guide Finding functions from MENU You can check the list of the menu items. You can also move to the explanation page for each item from the menu item on the list.
  • Page 2 This website provides Firmware update, Question & Answers and Compatibility information Basic Knowledge Improve your shooting techniques by learning the basics of camera. Shooting tips Learn how to choose lenses and shooting techniques in various scenes. How to use the “Help Guide” Notes on using your camera Precautions Lending, transferring or discarding the camera and/or memory card to others (Notes on protecting private...
  • Page 3 Control wheel Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial MENU button Main menu (shooting setting list) Fn (function) button C (custom) buttons DISP (Display Setting) button Delete button AF-ON button Front dial and rear dial Keyboard screen In-Camera Guide Preparing the camera/Basic shooting operations Charging the battery pack Inserting/removing the battery pack Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery...
  • Page 4 Selecting a shooting mode Intelligent Auto Scene Selection Auto/Scene Selection Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Bulb shooting BULB Timer Settings Shoot Mode (S&Q/time-lapse) Convenient functions for shooting self-portrait videos and vlogs Self-timer (movie) Auto Framing Settings Focusing...
  • Page 5 Face Memory (still image/movie) Regist. Face Priority (still image/movie) Selecting a person to track (Select Face to Track) Using focusing functions Focus Standard Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) Deleting a registered AF Area (Del.
  • Page 6 Aperture Drive in AF AF in Focus Mag. Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Focus Map Peaking Display Adjusting the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) Histogram display Exposure step (still image/movie) Exposure Std.
  • Page 7 Priority Set in AWB (still image/movie) Shutter AWB Lock Shockless WB Log shooting settings Log shooting Log Shooting Setting Select LUT Manage User LUTs Display LUT Adding effects to images Creative Look (still image/movie) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Soft Skin Effect (still image/movie) Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) Drive Mode Cont.
  • Page 8 RAW File Type JPEG/HEIF Switch JPEG Quality/HEIF Quality JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio HLG Still Image Color Space File Format (movie) Movie Settings (movie) S&Q Settings Time-lapse Settings Proxy Settings Angle of view Using touch functions Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Settings Touch Pad Settings...
  • Page 9 Differences between the [Anti-flicker Shoot.] and [Var. Shutter] functions Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Range (still image/movie) Custom Key Z. Speed (still image/movie) Remote Zoom Speed (still image/movie) About zoom scale Zoom Ring Rotate Using the flash Using flash (sold separately)
  • Page 10 Shoot Mode Sel. Screen Auto Review (still image) Remain Shoot Display (still image) Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Grid Line Type (still image/movie) Live View Display Set. Aperture Preview Shot. Result Preview Bright Monitoring Emphasized REC Display Marker Display Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp.
  • Page 11 Registering and recalling camera settings Camera Set. Memory Recall Camera Setting Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) Registering frequently used functions to the function menu Fn Menu Settings Registering frequently used functions to My Menu Add Item Sort Item Delete Item...
  • Page 12 Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Playing back movies Volume Settings 4ch Audio Monitoring (movie) Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Cont. Play for Interval Play Speed for Interval Changing how images are displayed Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Display as Group...
  • Page 13: Changing The Camera Settings

    Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable Changing the camera settings Memory card settings Format Recover Image DB (still image/movie) Display Media Info. (still image/movie) File settings File/Folder Settings Select REC Folder Create New Folder File Settings Copyright Info Write Serial Number (still image/movie)
  • Page 14 Reset Network Set. Viewfinder/monitor settings Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Finder Frame Rate (still image) Power settings Auto Monitor OFF (still image) Power Save Start Time Power Save by Monitor Auto Power OFF Temp. Display Quality (still image) USB settings USB Connection Mode USB LUN Setting...
  • Page 15 Version Display Serial Number Privacy Notice Screen Reader (For some models only) Certification Logo (For some models only) Save/Load Settings Setting Reset Functions available with a smartphone Functions available with a smartphone (Creators' App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Using a smartphone as a remote commander Using a smartphone as a remote commander Remote Shoot Setting...
  • Page 16 List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the playback screen Specifications Trademarks License If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 How to use the “Help Guide” The “Help Guide” is a “Web Instruction Manual” that has been designed to describe the functions and operating methods of this camera. Use the “Help Guide” to search for any information that you require in order to make full use of the camera.
  • Page 18 Method C: Finding functions from MENU If you want to search for information while checking it against the MENU screen of the camera, use the “Finding functions from MENU” page. Select a MENU item from the list to go directly to the description page. Viewing information about related features “Related Topic”...
  • Page 19 Printing only the currently displayed page (only on a computer) To print only the page currently being displayed, select the [ Print] button at the top of the page. When the printing screen appears, specify your printer. TP1000828424 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20: On Operating Temperatures

    Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record, or loss of or damage to recorded images or audio data, due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.
  • Page 21 Notes on using a tripod 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. Notes on handling memory cards The temperature of memory cards may rise after saving. This is not a malfunction. Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases.
  • Page 22: Notes On Handling The Product

    The movable monitor part The movable flash part The movable viewfinder part Do not carry the camera with the tripod attached. This may cause the tripod socket hole to break. Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.
  • Page 23 Take care that your finger is not in the way when pushing the viewfinder or flash down. (Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash) If water, dust or sand adheres to the viewfinder or flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. (Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash) Notes on the viewfinder (Only for models with a viewfinder) When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or...
  • Page 24: Notes On Security

    Notes on security SONY WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA LEAKS CAUSED BY TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, OR OTHER SECURITY PROBLEMS.
  • Page 25 For example, unauthorized access to the camera may occur in network environments to which another network device is connected or can connect without permission. Sony bears no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by connecting to such network environments.
  • Page 26: Remaining Battery Indicator

    Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.
  • Page 27: How To Store The Battery Pack

    The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. TP1000787148 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28: Notes On Memory Card

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Notes on memory card (overheating warning icon) is displayed on the monitor, do not remove the memory card from the camera right away. Instead, wait for a while after turning off the camera, and then remove the memory card. If you touch the memory card while it is hot, you may drop it and the memory card may be damaged.
  • Page 29 TP1000811399 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 30 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Cleaning the image sensor (Sensor Cleaning) If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. If this happens, clean the image sensor quickly by following the steps below.
  • Page 31 If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. During cleaning, the image sensor emits a vibrating noise. This is not a malfunction. Cleaning may be performed automatically when the power is turned off. Related Topic Attaching/removing a lens TP1000787088 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32: Cleaning The Lens

    If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the monitor may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. TP1000787151 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items

    The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) Shoulder Strap (1) Body Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Only for the ILCE-6700/ILCE-6700M Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Eyepiece Cup (1) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1)
  • Page 34: Front Side

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Front side Shutter button ON/OFF (Power) switch Front dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode. Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator Do not cover this part during shooting. Lens release button Microphone Do not cover this part during movie recording.
  • Page 35 Top side Sides Bottom TP1000940041 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36: Rear Side

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Rear side Eyepiece Cup Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup Match the eyepiece cup to the groove on the viewfinder and slide it into place. To remove the eyepiece cup, grasp it on the left and right sides and lift it up.
  • Page 37 You can display the screen for transferring images to a smartphone by pressing this button. Control wheel For shooting: C3 button (Custom button 3) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button Related Topic Front side Top side Sides Bottom TP1000940045 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38: Top Side

    If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 39 Related Topic Front side Rear side Sides Bottom TP1000940044 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Sides (Microphone) jack When an external microphone is connected, the built-in microphone turns off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.
  • Page 41 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 42 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. Related Topic Front side Rear side Top side Sides TP1000940042 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 43 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Basic icons displayed on the monitor This section describes the screen display when the shooting mode is (Program Auto). The following is an example of the display when [DISP (Screen Disp) Set] is set to [Display All Info.] and the touch function icons are hidden.
  • Page 44 Recordable movie time on the memory card Remaining battery level Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the playback screen TP1000940048 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45: Specifications

    Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject. Supplied items Lens (1), Front Lens Cap (1) Note This lens is only supplied with lens-kit models. The release status of lens-kit models may vary among countries and regions. TP1000797208 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 46 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens hood index Focusing ring Zoom ring Focal-length scale Focal-length index Lens contacts* Lens Hood Focus mode switch Mounting index Do not touch this part directly. Specifications Focal length: 18 mm – 135 mm Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length : 27 –...
  • Page 47 TP1000827013 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48: Touch Panel

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Touch panel By touching the monitor, you can intuitively perform operations such as focusing on the shooting screen and operating the playback screen. Touch operations (on the shooting screen) Touch the monitor to specify where to focus (Touch Focus).
  • Page 49 Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Settings Touch function icons Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Adjusting the exposure with touch operations (Touch AE) TP1000828513 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 50 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Touch function icons Some functions have icons for touch operations (touch function icons). You can execute or change the settings of the functions by touching the icons. Settings for using the touch function icons...
  • Page 51 Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Playing back still images Self-timer (movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Soft Skin Effect (still image/movie) Playing back movies TP1000952080 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 52: Control Wheel

    During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) TP1000810695 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53: Mode Dial

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial You can use the Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial to select a shooting mode according to the subject and purpose of shooting. Still/Movie/S&Q dial Use the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to select a shooting mode.
  • Page 54 (P/A/S/M), aperture (F value), and shutter speed. Related Topic Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) S&Q Settings Intelligent Auto Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory MENU button TP1000830783 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55: Menu Button

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 MENU button The menu screen is displayed by pressing the MENU button. You can change settings related to all of the camera operations including shooting and playback, or you can execute a function from the menu screen.
  • Page 56 (A) Menu tabs (B) Menu groups (C) Menu items Press the center of the control wheel to select the menu item. The setting screen or execution screen for the selected item will appear on the monitor. Select a parameter or execute the function. If you want to cancel changing the parameter, press the MENU button and go back to the previous screen.
  • Page 57 : Menu items displayed in any of the still image shooting modes, movie recording modes, or slow- motion/quick-motion shooting modes Related Topic Add Item Display From My Menu Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial Main menu (shooting setting list) TP1000810693 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Main menu (shooting setting list) Select the (Main) tab on the menu screen to display a list of shooting settings. You can confirm the settings before shooting or for each scene, and also change the settings directly from this screen.
  • Page 59 Focus Mode Focus Area Remaining battery level When the shooting mode is [Program Auto], the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the same area. You can perform Program Shift by selecting the area. Main menu for shooting movies Main 1 Rec Frame Rate/ Rec Frame Rate (when shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies)/...
  • Page 60 You can open the setting screens by touching the icons on the main menu when [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Menu Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings] is set to [On]. Related Topic MENU button Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000940083 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 61: Fn (Function) Button

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Fn (function) button If you press the Fn (function) button during shooting, a menu (function menu) containing frequently used functions such as the Drive Mode and Focus Mode is displayed on the screen, allowing you to quickly call up the functions.
  • Page 62 Turn the front dial to select the desired setting, and press the center of the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the rear dial. Using the Fn button in the [For viewfinder] display If you press the Fn button while the monitor display is set to [For viewfinder], you can directly operate items you want to change.
  • Page 63 Creative Look] and [ Picture Profile], cannot be operated on the [For viewfinder] screen unless you enter the dedicated setting screen. Related Topic Fn Menu Settings DISP (Display Setting) button Touch Operation Touch Panel Settings TP1000787273 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 If you want to change the function of the custom button, press the center of the control wheel while the custom button is selected. The functions that can be assigned to that button will appear. Select your desired function. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000828512 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 DISP (Display Setting) button By pressing the DISP (Display Setting) button, you can change the content displayed on the screen during shooting and playback. The display switches each time the DISP button is pressed. The viewfinder display and the monitor display for shooting can be set separately.
  • Page 66 In the movie recording modes, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed. If the monitor display is set to [For viewfinder], the display will switch to all information when movie shooting starts. Related Topic DISP (Screen Disp) Set (Monitor/Finder) TP1000828528 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67: Delete Button

    Other than the single-image playback screen, you can also use the (Delete) button for the following operations. Custom Key In-Camera Guide Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete confirm. Delete pressing twice C (custom) buttons In-Camera Guide TP1000787252 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 You can use the AF-ON button to adjust the focus without pressing the shutter button halfway down ([AF On] function) in the following cases: When you want to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. When you want to focus and release the shutter separately. Related Topic AF On TP1000828508 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 You can also use the [My Dial Settings] function to assign your desired functions to the dials, and recall those functions when required. Related Topic Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Av/Tv Rotate TP1000828507 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 70: Keyboard Screen

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Keyboard screen When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. For examples of functions that use the keyboard, see “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.
  • Page 71 To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Related Topic Copyright Info Access Point Set. Wired LAN (USB-LAN) Edit Device Name Access Authen. Settings TP1000819608 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72: In-Camera Guide

    The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings. Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the (Delete) button (A). The descriptions of the item are displayed. TP1000810708 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Inserting/removing the battery pack Slide the switch on the battery cover to open the cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place.
  • Page 74 Related Topic Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery TP1000810705 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 75 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery You can use a commercially available USB cable to charge from an external power source, such as a USB AC adaptor or mobile battery.
  • Page 76 We recommend using a USB-PD device that is compatible with an output of 9V/3A or 9V/2A. Before charging, be sure to also read “Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery.” Related Topic Inserting/removing the battery pack Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery TP1000810703 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 77: Using The Battery Charger Abroad

    Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. TP1000787155 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)

    When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. Operation cannot be guaranteed with all external power supplies. Related Topic Inserting/removing the battery pack TP1000810701 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Memory cards that can be used This camera supports only SD memory cards (UHS-II compatible). When using microSD memory cards with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor. For still-image shooting The following memory cards can be used.
  • Page 80 The maximum recording bit rate for proxy movies on this camera is 16 Mbps. For S&Q Motion shooting (When [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off]) File formats and compatible memory cards are as follows. File Format Maximum recordable bit rate when recording Supported memory card SDXC V90 or higher XAVC HS 4K...
  • Page 81 4 GB in size. When shooting a time-lapse, recording stops automatically right before the file is divided. Charge the battery pack sufficiently before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card. Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times S&Q Settings TP1000810697 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the camera. You can use the SD memory cards with this camera. Slide the switch on the memory card cover to open the cover.
  • Page 83 Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format TP1000810699 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84: Attaching/Removing A Lens

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Attaching/removing a lens Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the lens. Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens.
  • Page 85 Attach the lens hood properly. Otherwise, the lens hood may not have any effect or may be partially reflected in the image. Remove the lens hood when using the flash as the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image. Related Topic Mount Adaptor TP1000819657 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Performing initial setup for the camera By establishing a Bluetooth connection (pairing) between the camera and a smartphone and using the smartphone application Creators' App, you can perform initial camera settings such as date and time settings from the smartphone.
  • Page 87 The built-in clock of the camera may exhibit time errors. Adjust the time at regular intervals. Related Topic Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Area/Date/Time Setting Auto Power OFF Temp. Edit Device Name Privacy Notice TP1000831974 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Full Time DMF Making it easy to check whether the camera is on standby or recording when set to a movie mode Emphasized REC Display Resetting shooting settings or resetting all camera settings Setting Reset TP1000828505 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) This section describes how to shoot still images in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera automatically focuses and automatically determines the exposure based on the shooting conditions.
  • Page 90 Press the shutter button fully down. To shoot with the touch function icons You can also shoot by touching an icon on the screen instead of pressing the shutter button. Swipe the monitor left or right to display the touch function icons, and then touch the (shutter) icon.
  • Page 91 TP1000810692 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) This section describes how to record movies in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera automatically focuses and automatically determines the exposure based on the recording conditions.
  • Page 93 Touch the subject on the monitor. (when [Touch Func. in Shooting] under [Shooting Screen] is set to [Touch Focus] or [Touch Tracking]) To record movie audio in 4 channels Attach a genuine Sony accessory that supports 4-channel and 24-bit audio recording to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. Hint You can also assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key.
  • Page 94 Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Shoe Audio Set. Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) REC w/ Shutter (movie) Audio Recording Auto Power OFF Temp. Recordable movie times TP1000787877 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Finding functions from MENU The displayed MENU items vary depending on the position of the Still/Movie/S&Q dial. In the table below, the modes in which each MENU item is displayed are indicated by the still image/movie/S&Q icons.
  • Page 96 Groups Menu items JPEG/HEIF Switch File Format RAW File Type JPEG Quality HEIF Quality JPEG Image Size HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio File Format Image Quality/Rec Movie Settings S&Q Settings Time-lapse Settings Log Shooting Setting Proxy Settings Long Exposure NR High ISO NR HLG Still Image Color Space...
  • Page 97 Groups Menu items Shoot Mode Auto/Scene Selection Shooting Mode Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory Reg. Custom Shoot Set Drive Mode Drive Mode Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func. Silent Mode Settings Shutter Type e-Front Curtain Shut. Shutter/Silent Release w/o Lens Release w/o Card Anti-flicker Set.
  • Page 98 Groups Menu items Zoom Zoom Range Zoom Custom Key Z. Speed Remote Zoom Speed Grid Line Display Grid Line Type Shooting Display Live View Display Set. Emphasized REC Display Marker Display Center Marker Marker Display Aspect Marker Safety Zone Guideframe Self-timer Shooting Option Auto Framing Settings...
  • Page 99 Groups Menu items Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Flash Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction External Flash Set. Reg. Flash Shooting Set White Balance Priority Set in AWB White Balance Shutter AWB Lock Shockless WB D-Range Optimizer Creative Look Picture Profile Color/Tone Select LUT Manage User LUTs...
  • Page 100 Groups Menu items Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Tracking Sensitivity AF Illuminator Aperture Drive in AF AF/MF AF w/ Shutter Full Time DMF Pre-AF AF Transition Speed AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity AF Assist Focus Area Focus Area Limit Switch V/H AF Area Focus Area Color...
  • Page 101 Groups Menu items Subject Recog in AF Recognition Target Recog Trgt Select Set Right/Left Eye Select Subject Recognition Sbj Recog Frm Disp. Sbj Recog Frm Disp. Face Memory Regist. Face Priority Focus Map Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Focus Assistant Focus Magnif.
  • Page 102 Groups Menu items Crop Rotate Edit Photo Capture JPEG/HEIF Switch Cont. Play for Interval Viewing Play Speed for Interval Slide Show Image Index Display as Group Display Rotation Playback Option Focus Frame Display Disp Specified Time Img. Image Jump Setting (Network) tab Groups Menu items...
  • Page 103 Groups Menu items Bluetooth Function Pairing Bluetooth Manage Paired Device Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Disp Device Address IP Address Setting Wired LAN Display Wired LAN Info. USB-LAN Connection USB-LAN Disconnection USB-LAN/Tethering Tethering Connection Tethering Disconnection Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Network Option Access Authen.
  • Page 104 Groups Menu items Custom Key/Dial Set. Custom Key/Dial Set. Custom Key Setting Fn Menu Settings Operation Customize Different Set for Still/Mv DISP (Screen Disp) Set REC w/ Shutter Zoom Ring Rotate Custom Key/Dial Set. Custom Key/Dial Set. Dial Customize My Dial Settings Av/Tv Rotate Dial / Wheel Lock Touch Operation...
  • Page 105 Groups Menu items TC/UB Disp. Setting Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Display Option Display LUT Remain Shoot Display Auto Review Shoot Mode Sel. Screen Auto Monitor OFF Power Save Start Time Power Setting Option Power Save by Monitor Auto Power OFF Temp.
  • Page 106: Menu Items

    Menu items Add Item Sort Item Delete Item My Menu Setting Delete Page Delete All Display From My Menu Note The order in which the menu tabs are listed here differs from the actual display. TP1000940092 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107: Contents Of This Chapter

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Contents of this chapter The following table of contents lists the features described in this chapter (“Using the shooting functions”). From each item name, you can jump to the page describing the respective functions.
  • Page 108: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity

    Focus Area Color (still image/movie) AF Area Auto Clear Area Disp. dur Tracking AF-C Area Display Phase Detect. Area AF Tracking Sensitivity AF Transition Speed AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity AF Assist AF/MF Selector Full Time DMF AF w/ Shutter AF On Focus Hold Pre-AF Priority Set in AF-S...
  • Page 109: Shooting With Drive Modes (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)

    Select LUT Manage User LUTs Display LUT Adding effects to images Creative Look (still image/movie) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Soft Skin Effect (still image/movie) Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) Drive Mode Cont. Shooting Self-timer(Single) Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting Focus Bracket WB bracket...
  • Page 110: Reducing Blur

    Release w/o Lens (still image/movie) Release w/o Card Anti-flicker Set. Differences between the [Anti-flicker Shoot.] and [Var. Shutter] functions Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Range (still image/movie) Custom Key Z. Speed (still image/movie) Remote Zoom Speed (still image/movie) About zoom scale Zoom Ring Rotate...
  • Page 111 Wind Noise Reduct. Shoe Audio Set. TC/UB settings TC/UB TC/UB Disp. Setting Livestreaming video and audio USB Streaming (movie) TP1000940095 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112: Intelligent Auto

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Intelligent Auto The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. Set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to the desired shooting mode. If you select S&Q (slow-motion/quick-motion), you can select [S&Q Motion] or [ Time-lapse] on the [ Shoot Mode] screen.
  • Page 113 The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot still images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. Related Topic Auto/Scene Selection Touch function icons Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Creative Look (still image/movie) TP1000787879 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 114: Scene Selection

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to (Still) to select the still image shooting mode. Set the mode dial to (Auto Mode).
  • Page 115 For details, refer to “ Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) .” Related Topic Auto/Scene Selection Touch function icons Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Creative Look (still image/movie) TP1000940053 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 116 Press the key to which you have assigned [ Shoot Mode] in [ Custom Key/Dial Set.]. Select [ Shoot Mode] assigned in the function menu for the still image shooting mode. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Scene Selection TP1000940054 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) You can adjust the amount of background defocus, the brightness and the color tone of the image, and select the finish of the image in the [Intelligent Auto] or [Scene Selection] mode using the touch function icons on the screen.
  • Page 118 (Brightness) setting will be temporarily disabled, and the exposure will be set according to the brightness of the touched area. Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel Settings Touch function icons Intelligent Auto Scene Selection Creative Look (still image/movie) TP1000940055 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119: Program Auto

    Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. TP1000810688 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 120: Aperture Priority

    Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Aperture Preview TP1000810685 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121: Shutter Priority

    [Electronic Shutter] is set, noise reduction after shooting is performed for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Long Exposure NR TP1000787885 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122: Manual Exposure

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. Set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to the desired shooting mode. If you select S&Q (slow-motion/quick-motion), you can select [S&Q Motion] or [ Time-lapse] on the [ Shoot Mode] screen.
  • Page 123 TP1000810684 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124: Bulb Shooting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Bulb shooting You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Bulb shooting is suitable for shooting trails from stars or fireworks, etc. Set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to (Still) to select the still image shooting mode.
  • Page 125 Manual Exposure Long Exposure NR TP1000810683 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 126: Menu Item Details

    When [BULB Timer] is set to [On], a countdown to the end of the exposure time is displayed. When it is set to [Off], the elapsed exposure time is displayed. To stop bulb shooting during the exposure period set in [Exposure Time], press the shutter button on the camera or remote control. Related Topic Bulb shooting TP1000832001 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 Still/Movie/S&Q dial to S&Q. Menu item details S&Q Motion: Allows you to shoot slow-motion/quick-motion movies. Time-lapse: Allows you to shoot time-lapse movies. Related Topic S&Q Settings Time-lapse Settings Shoot Mode Sel. Screen TP1000940056 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 128 To stop the self-timer countdown, press the MOVIE button again or press the button to which the [ Self-timer] function is assigned. Note If you press the MOVIE button in the still image shooting mode to start movie recording, [ Self-timer] will not work. TP1000832023 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Auto Framing Settings During movie recording or streaming, the camera automatically changes the composition by following the recognized subject and cropping so that even if the camera is fixed, you can shoot with camera-work (auto-framed shooting).
  • Page 130 Even when [Auto Framing] is set to [On], the monitor always displays image in the full angle of view, and a frame indicating the cropping area is displayed during auto-framed shooting. If there are multiple recognized subjects, only the subject with the highest priority will be targeted. TP1000940060 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 131: Focus Indicator

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Focus) → [AF/MF] → [ Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Single-shot AF: The product locks the focus once focusing is complete.
  • Page 132 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the Still/Movie/S&Q dial is set to (Movie) or S&Q (S&Q Motion). Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus Full Time DMF Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000819661 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 133 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Set the type of focusing frame when shooting with the auto focus. Select the mode according to the subject. MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Area] → [ Focus Area] →...
  • Page 134 When the Still/Movie/S&Q dial is set to (Movie) or S&Q (S&Q Motion) or during movie shooting, [Tracking] cannot be selected for [ Focus Area]. Examples of the focusing frame display The focusing frame differs as follows. When focusing on a larger area When focusing on a smaller area When [ Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger...
  • Page 135: Phase Detection Af

    Hint When [ Focus Area] is set to [Spot] or [Expand Spot], you can move the focusing frame over a greater distance at a time by setting [ AF Frame Move Amt] to [Large]. You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On], and set [Touch Func.
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  • Page 137: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Tracking subject (Tracking function) This camera has the function of tracking which tracks the subject, and keeps marking it with the focusing frame. You can set the start position to track by selecting from focusing areas, or by specifying by touch operation. The required function varies depending on the setting method.
  • Page 138 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000827012 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 139: Manual Focus

    When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder. The displayed focus distance is just a reference. Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Full Time DMF Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Peaking Display TP1000787220 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 140: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Hint If you set [Full Time DMF] to [On], you can always perform manual focusing operations without setting [ Focus Mode] to [DMF]. Related Topic Manual Focus Full Time DMF Peaking Display TP1000787221 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 141 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Focusing using subject recognition functions If you set the subject in advance, the camera will automatically recognize the subject and can focus on the eyes, etc. when shooting images. This table describes two methods to focus and shoot using subject recognition. Select the appropriate method according to your purpose.
  • Page 142 Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Recog Trgt Select Set (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000831945 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 143 Subject Recog in AF] is locked to [On]. Related Topic Focusing using subject recognition functions Recognition Target (still image/movie) Recog Trgt Select Set (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000831944 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 144 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Recognition Target (still image/movie) Selects the target to be recognized by the subject recognition function when autofocusing. MENU → (Focus) → [Subject Recognition] → [ Recognition Target] → desired setting. Menu item details Human: Recognizes humans as subjects.
  • Page 145 Focus Area] to [Zone] or [Spot] and move the focus frame closer to the subject to make it easier to recognize the subject. Related Topic Focusing using subject recognition functions Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) TP1000831943 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 146 You can select the types of targets to which you did not add a check mark in [ Recog Trgt Select Set] by selecting MENU → (Focus) → [Subject Recognition] → [ Recognition Target]. Related Topic Recognition Target (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000831942 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 147 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Sets whether to focus on the left or right eye when [ Recognition Target] is set to [Human] or [Animal]. MENU → (Focus) → [Subject Recognition] → [ Right/Left Eye Select] →...
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  • Page 149 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image) Sets whether to display a subject recognition frame when a subject is recognized. MENU → (Focus) → [Subject Recognition] → [ Sbj Recog Frm Disp.] → desired setting.
  • Page 150 Sbj Recog Frm Disp.] is set to [Off], a green recognition frame will appear over the subject that is in focus when you press the shutter button halfway down, etc. Related Topic Focusing using subject recognition functions Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Face Memory (still image/movie) TP1000831940 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 151 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (movie) Sets whether to display a subject recognition frame when a subject is recognized. MENU → (Focus) → [Subject Recognition] → [ Sbj Recog Frm Disp.] → desired setting.
  • Page 152 Sbj Recog Frm Disp.] is set to [Off], a green recognition frame will appear over the subject that is in focus when you press the shutter button halfway down, etc. Related Topic Focusing using subject recognition functions Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Face Memory (still image/movie) TP1000954852 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 153 Even if you perform [Delete This Face], the registered face data will remain in the camera. If you want to delete it from the camera as well, perform [Delete All Faces]. Related Topic Regist. Face Priority (still image/movie) TP1000832050 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 154 If you assign [Switch Ident. Target] to a custom key, you can switch the face to be identified each time you press the key. Related Topic Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Face Memory (still image/movie) TP1000832049 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 155 Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus] in still image shooting mode When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom in still image shooting mode Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000831946 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 156: Focus Standard

    You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000819584 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 157: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Switch V/H Af Area)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [ Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
  • Page 158 When you shoot images right after the power is turned on and the camera is vertical, the first shot is taken with the horizontal focus setting or with the last focus setting. The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000824063 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 159: Registering The Current Focus Area (Af Area Registration)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) You can move the focusing frame to a preassigned position temporarily using a custom key. This function is useful when shooting scenes in which the subject’s movements are predictable; for example, sports scenes. With this function, you can switch the focus area quickly according to the situation.
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  • Page 161 Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area) Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Area] → [Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) TP1000824061 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 162 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [Switch V/H AF Area] or [AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000826999 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 163 The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Circulate: The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000827017 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 164 [Move AF Frame : L] [Move AF Frame : Std] [Move AF Frame : Std] Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000828495 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 165 Focus Area Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000827466 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 166: Af Area Auto Clear

    (Focus) → [Focus Area] → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000819564 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 167 Displays the frame for the focusing area during tracking. Since the tracking start area is displayed while tracking the subject, it is helpful when starting the next session of shooting. Off: Does not display the frame for the focusing area during tracking. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000829947 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 168 Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center Fix] [Spot] [Expand Spot] Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000810721 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 169: Phase Detect. Area

    Detection AF. Phase Detection AF may not operate even with some compatible lens, such as lenses purchased in the past that have not been updated. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 170 Menu item details 5(Responsive)/4/3(Standard)/2/1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. TP1000819613 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 171 Select a faster value to focus on the subject more quickly. Select a slower value to focus on the subject more smoothly. Hint You can use the touch focus function to intentionally transition the AF. TP1000819586 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 172 Select a lower value when you want the focus to remain steady, or when you want to keep the focus on a particular target without being affected by other subjects. TP1000819574 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 173 Only subjects within the focus area are targeted by auto focus. The following lenses are not compatible with [AF Assist]. SELP1650 (only supplied with the ILCE-6700L) SEL18200LE (sold separately) Related Topic Peaking Display Focus Map TP1000830779 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 174 If the lens is equipped with an AF/MF selector switch, the state of the switch on the lens will take priority. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000787228 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 175 Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] The following lenses (sold separately) do not support [Full Time DMF]. SELP1650 (only supplied with the ILCE-6700L) SEL18200LE A-mount lens Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Auto Magnifier in MF Peaking Display TP1000832048 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 176 Menu item details The auto focus operates when you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: The auto focus does not operate even if you press the shutter button halfway down. Related Topic AF On TP1000787206 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 177 Set [AF w/ Shutter] to [Off] when you do not want to perform auto focusing using the shutter button. Set [AF w/ Shutter] and [Pre-AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic AF w/ Shutter Pre-AF TP1000787234 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 178: Focus Hold

    → assign the [Focus Hold] function to the desired key. Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000819178 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 179 Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note [Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. During focusing operations, the screen may shake. TP1000810723 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 180: Priority Set In Af-S

    Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Priority Set in AF-C TP1000810718 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 181: Priority Set In Af-C

    Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Priority Set in AF-S TP1000810717 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 182 [Sports Action] [Night Scene] When a Mount Adaptor is attached. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. TP1000810722 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 183: Aperture Drive In Af

    When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. Related Topic Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) TP1000827011 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 184: Af In Focus Mag

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 AF in Focus Mag. You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than [Spot] under [ Focus Area].
  • Page 185 Related Topic Focus Magnifier TP1000819596 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 186 You cannot use [Auto Magnifier in MF] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. [Auto Magnifier in MF] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) TP1000810724 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 187: Focus Magnifier

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [Auto Magnifier in MF], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Assistant] → [Focus Magnifier].
  • Page 188 [AF in Focus Mag.]: [On] Auto Review]: [Off] Related Topic Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) AF in Focus Mag. Touch Operation Touch Panel Settings TP1000787232 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 189 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier TP1000787223 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 190: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)

    (Focus) → [Focus Assistant] → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x6.1: Displays a 6.1-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier TP1000819663 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 191 (Focus) → [Focus Assistant] →[ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier TP1000827008 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 192 When executing USB Streaming When using a lens that does not support phase detection AF When a Mount Adaptor is attached When the lens is not attached to the camera Related Topic HDMI Info. Display TP1000830778 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 193: Peaking Color

    Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) TP1000825875 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 194 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [ Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively...
  • Page 195 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. Related Topic Exposure step (still image/movie) Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Display TP1000810716 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 196: Histogram Display

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. To display the histogram on the shooting screen or playback screen, press the DISP (Display Setting) button repeatedly.
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  • Page 198 You can adjust the setting increment for the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. MENU → (Exposure/Color) → [Exposure Comp.] → [ Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.5EV / 0.3EV Related Topic Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) TP1000787182 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 199: Metering Mode

    If you set [ Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode (still image/movie) TP1000819580 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 200 The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. TP1000811390 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 201 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Metering Mode (still image/movie) Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Exposure/Color) → [Metering] → [ Metering Mode] → desired setting.
  • Page 202 Spot Metering Point (still image/movie) Face Priority in Multi Metering (still image/movie) D-Range Optimizer (still image/movie) TP1000787176 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 203 Subject Recog in AF] under [Subject Recognition] is set to [On] and [ Recognition Target] is set to an item other than [Human], [ Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode (still image/movie) TP1000825900 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 204 Focus Area] is set to the following parameters, the spot metering position is locked to the center. [Wide] [Zone] [Center Fix] [Tracking: Wide]/[Tracking: Zone]/[Tracking: Center Fix] Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Metering Mode (still image/movie) TP1000819582 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 205 You cannot set the [AEL hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000787177 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 206: Ael W/ Shutter

    The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note When [AEL toggle] is assigned to any key using [ Custom Key/Dial Set.] or [ Custom Key/Dial Set.], operation using the key will be given priority over the [AEL toggle] settings. TP1000787178 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 207: Auto Slow Shutter

    Does not use Auto Slow Shutter. The recorded movie will be darker than when [On] is selected, but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur. Note [Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] TP1000787269 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 208 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. TP1000825901 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 209 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 ISO (still image/movie) Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. ISO on the control wheel → select desired setting.
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  • Page 211 [ISO AUTO Maximum]/[ISO AUTO Minimum]. Note ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ ISO Range Limit]. Related Topic ISO (still image/movie) TP1000827010 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 212: Iso Auto Min. Ss

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 ISO AUTO Min. SS If you select [ISO AUTO] when the shooting mode is P (Program Auto) or A (Aperture Priority), you can set the shutter speed at which the ISO sensitivity starts changing.
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  • Page 214 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 White Balance (still image/movie) Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light condition to record a neutral white subject in white. Use this function when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression.
  • Page 215 WB bracket Shockless WB TP1000811388 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 216: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)

    If you use a flash when capturing a basic white color, the custom white balance will be registered with the lighting from the flash. Be sure to use a flash whenever you shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash. TP1000811387 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 217 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance (still image/movie) TP1000819650 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 218: Shutter Awb Lock

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Shutter AWB Lock You can set whether or not to lock the white balance while the shutter button is pressed when [ White Balance] is set to [Auto] or [Underwater Auto]. This function prevents unintentional changes to the white balance during continuous shooting or when shooting with the shutter button pressed halfway down.
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  • Page 220 Even if a setting other than [Off] is selected, the following will be immediately applied to the movie regardless of the speed setting. Fine adjustments to the color tones Changes to the color temperature using [C.Temp./Filter] Related Topic White Balance (still image/movie) TP1000828493 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 221 Log shooting has a wider dynamic range than normal movie recording, which makes color grading more flexible, bringing advantages in terms of picture effects and exposure adjustment for editing. For details on Log shooting, refer to the following website. https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html TP1000832047 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 222 When [Log Shooting] is set to [On (Flexible ISO)], this may cause an error in the white balance custom setup. In such a case, temporarily set [Log Shooting] to [Off], perform the custom setup, and then reset [Log Shooting] to [On (Flexible ISO)]. Related Topic Select LUT Picture Profile (still image/movie) HDMI Output Settings (movie) TP1000832046 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 223 Selects registered LUTs. LUTs can be edited and registered by selecting User1–User16, and pressing the right side of the control wheel to open the setting detail screen. Related Topic Log Shooting Setting Manage User LUTs Display LUT TP1000832045 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 224 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Manage User LUTs You can register LUTs as User1–User16 on the camera. Also, you can change the settings for the registered LUT files. Registering a LUT Save the LUT file you want to register on a memory card.
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  • Page 226 Does not display images with the LUT reflected during movie shooting and playback. Hint If you assign [Display LUT Switch] to [ Custom Key/Dial Set.], you can switch [ Display LUT] on and off simply by pressing a button. Related Topic Select LUT Manage User LUTs TP1000832040 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 227 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Creative Look (still image/movie) “Look” is a term referring to the looks and impressions of images generated by various factors, such as color, sharpness, brightness, etc. With [ Creative Look], you can choose the finish of an image by selecting a preferred look from among preinstalled looks.
  • Page 228 The saturation and sharpness are lowered for shooting images in subdued tones. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer. The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views.
  • Page 229 Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. [Log Shooting] is set to [On (Flexible ISO)]. When this function is set to [BW] or [SE], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. In the movie mode, [Sharpness Range] cannot be adjusted. TP1000811385 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 230 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Picture Profile (still image/movie) Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html Although [ Picture Profile] can be used for both still images and movies, the function is designed mainly for movies.
  • Page 231: Setting Procedure

    To register user LUTs (PPLUT1–PPLUT4) You can apply the LUT of your choice to the recorded images by assigning user LUTs registered using [Manage User LUTs] to PPLUT1–PPLUT4. Setting procedure: Select PPLUT1–PPLUT4 on the selection screen for [ Picture Profile], and then press the right side of the control wheel.
  • Page 232 S-Cinetone: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [S-Cinetone]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
  • Page 233 Sets the color phase. (-7 to +7) Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side.
  • Page 234 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut3.Cine and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
  • Page 235 Soft Skin Effect] is not available for RAW images when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]/[RAW & HEIF]. Soft Skin Effect] is not available when you use the digital zoom function in the still image shooting mode. TP1000830777 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 236: Drive Mode

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Drive Mode Select the appropriate mode for the subject, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracketing shooting. Select (Drive Mode) on the control wheel → desired setting. You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 237 Single Bracket Focus Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket TP1000810713 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 238: Cont. Shooting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Select (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Shooting]. You can also set the continuous shooting by selecting MENU →...
  • Page 239 The speed of continuous shooting decreases when shooting in lossless compressed RAW. The speed of continuous shooting decreases when you shoot with a flash. Related Topic Remain Shoot Display (still image) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) AEL w/ Shutter TP1000810712 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 240 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Self-timer(Single) Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. Use the 5-second/10-second self-timer when you are going to be in the picture, and use the 2-second self-timer to reduce camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button.
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  • Page 242: Self-Timer(Cont)

    Press the shutter button again or press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel to stop the count of the self-timer. Press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel and select (Single Shooting) to cancel the self-timer. TP1000787188 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 243: Cont. Bracket

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. Press (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Bracket].
  • Page 244 Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting TP1000787189 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 245: Single Bracket

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Single Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select the image that suits your purpose after recording. Since a single picture is taken each time you press the shutter button, you can adjust the focus or the composition for each shot.
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  • Page 247: Indicator During Bracket Shooting

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Indicator during bracket shooting Viewfinder Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Monitor (Display All Info. or Histogram) Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV...
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  • Page 249: Focus Bracket

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Focus Bracket Performs continuous shooting automatically while shifting the focus position. This function can be used to shoot images for depth-of-field composite images that are in focus at all points (focus stacking), or to select the optimum focus position from among multiple images.
  • Page 250 TP1000831948 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 251 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Hint The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings TP1000810053 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 252: Dro Bracket

    Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Hint The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings TP1000787191 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 253: Bracket Settings

    Note When [0→-→+] is selected for [Focus Bracket Order], the number of shots taken with the focus bracket is fixed at three. Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket Focus Bracket TP1000811553 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 254 To stop the self-timer countdown, press the MOVIE button again or press the button to which the [ Self-timer] function is assigned. Note If you press the MOVIE button in the still image shooting mode to start movie recording, [ Self-timer] will not work. TP1000832023 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 255: Shooting Interval

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). You can then create a time-lapse movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge Desktop (Viewer).
  • Page 256 [Shutter Type in Interval] is set to [Electronic Shutter] as a default, regardless of the setting for [Shutter Type]. Interval shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] Related Topic Cont. Play for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) TP1000827000 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 257: File Format (Still Image)

    An environment supporting the HEIF format is required to play back HEIF images. Related Topic RAW File Type JPEG/HEIF Switch JPEG Quality/HEIF Quality JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) TP1000825872 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 258 JPEG or HEIF image will be recorded with the value set in [Aspect Ratio]. The image size for RAW images corresponds to the “L” size for JPEG images. Related Topic File Format (still image) JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size TP1000819571 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 259 When recording in the HEIF format with [HLG Still Image] set to [Off], the color space is recorded in sRGB. When [HLG Still Image] is set to [On], it is recorded in the BT.2100 color space (BT.2020 color gamut). Related Topic File Format (still image) TP1000828492 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 260 Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard] to [Light], the file size decreases in that same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) TP1000825899 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 261 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size 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.
  • Page 262 Setting values Pixel number (horizontal×vertical) L: 17M 4128×4128 pixels M: 8.5M 2912×2912 pixels S: 4.3M 2064×2064 pixels Note The image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic File Format (still image) Aspect Ratio TP1000825873 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 263: Aspect Ratio

    (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The aspect ratio is 1:1. TP1000810730 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 264 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 HLG Still Image By using gamma characteristics equivalent to HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma: standard for HDR images), you can shoot still images with a wide dynamic range and a wide color gamut compatible with BT.2020.
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  • Page 266: Color Space

    Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. Related Topic JPEG/HEIF Switch HLG Still Image TP1000787294 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 267: File Format (Movie)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details File Characteristics Format Records 4K movies in the XAVC HS format.
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  • Page 269 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Movie Settings (movie) Sets the frame rate, bit rate, color information, etc. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ Movie Settings] → [Rec Frame Rate] → desired setting. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ Movie Settings] →...
  • Page 270 Rec Frame Rate Record Setting Size Movie compression format 24p* 50M 4:2:2 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 24p* 50M 4:2:0 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 24p* 30M 4:2:0 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 120p/100p 280M 4:2:2 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP 120p/100p 200M 4:2:0 10bit 3840×2160 Long GOP Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC.
  • Page 271 Recording frame rates are indicated as the closest integer values. The actual corresponding frame rates are as follows: 24p: 23.98 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps, and 120p: 119.88 fps. Related Topic File Format (movie) TP1000811382 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 272 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
  • Page 273: Frame Rate

    Frame Rec Frame Rec Frame Rate: Rec Frame Rate: Rec Frame Rate: Rate Rate: 24p 120p 240fps 10 times slower 8 times slower 4 times slower 2 times slower 120fps 5 times slower 4 times slower 2 times slower Normal playback speed Normal playback 60fps 2.5 times slower...
  • Page 274 ISO sensitivity to a higher value. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [Time Code Run] under [TC/UB] [Time Code Output] under [ HDMI Output Settings] Related Topic Recordable movie times Memory cards that can be used TP1000819648 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 275: Time-Lapse Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Time-lapse Settings You can record movies by condensing changes over a period of time of up to several dozen minutes. Unlike quick- motion movie recording, you can set a shooting interval longer than 1 second. This enables you to record movies with a larger time compression ratio.
  • Page 276 When a video light is attached in the time-lapse shooting mode, the video light will turn on before recording starts in order to control the light correctly from the first frame. After recording starts, the video light will turn on/off repeatedly in conjunction with shooting/standby for each frame. (A) Start of recording (B) End of recording (C) Video light on (At the start of recording, the video light turns on earlier than the number of seconds set in [...
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  • Page 278: Proxy Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Proxy Settings You can simultaneously record a low-bit-rate proxy movie while recording a movie, slow-motion/quick-motion movie, or time-lapse movie. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ Proxy Settings] → Select an item to set, and then select the desired setting.
  • Page 279 Deleting/protecting movies that have proxy movies removes/protects both the original and proxy movies. You cannot delete/protect only original movies or proxy movies. Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used TP1000825149 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 280: Angle Of View

    The angle of view becomes approximately 1.5 times the focal length indicated on the lens. (D) When recording movies (4K 120p/100p) The angle of view becomes approximately 1.6 times the focal length indicated on the lens. TP1000825907 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 281: Touch Operation

    Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates touch operations. Off: Deactivates touch operations. Related Topic Touch Panel Settings Touch Panel/Pad Touch panel TP1000819594 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 282: Touch Panel/Pad

    Activates both touch panel operations on the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only touch panel operations on the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation TP1000825874 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 283: Touch Panel Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Touch Panel Settings You can adjust settings related to touch panel operations on the monitor. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Touch Panel Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Shooting Screen: Shooting Screen: Sets whether to enable touch operations on the shooting screen.
  • Page 284 Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Adjusting the exposure with touch operations (Touch AE) Fn (function) button Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) MENU button Main menu (shooting setting list) TP1000832036 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 285: Touch Pad Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
  • Page 286 In touch pad operations when [Touch Position Mode] is set to [Absolute Position], the area set in [Operation Area] is treated as the entire screen. Related Topic Touch Panel/Pad TP1000825121 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 287 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. Configure the settings as follows from MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] in advance: [Touch Operation]: [On] [Touch Panel Settings] →...
  • Page 288 When shooting still images in the manual focusing mode When using the digital zoom in the still image shooting mode When using the LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Settings Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) TP1000819593 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 289 If the focus mode is switched to [Manual Focus] while [Touch Func. in Shooting] is set to [Touch Tracking] in still image shooting mode, the setting value for [Touch Func. in Shooting] will be changed to [Touch Focus]. Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Settings TP1000827019 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 290 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) The camera automatically focuses on the point you touch and shoots a still image. Configure the settings as follows from MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] in advance: [Touch Operation]: [On] [Touch Panel Settings] →...
  • Page 291 TP1000830776 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 292 [Touch AE] is not available in the following situations: When using digital zoom function If the subject is extremely bright or dark, the adjustment bar may not be sufficiently effective. Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel Settings TP1000952641 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 293 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) You can configure settings related to the silent mode, which allows you to shoot without shutter sounds or electronic sounds. You can also set whether or not to change the settings for other functions that emit sounds from the camera when the camera is set to the silent mode.
  • Page 294 TP1000819569 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 295: Shutter Type

    [Shutter Type] cannot be selected when the shooting mode is a mode other than P/A/S/M. When [Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shutter], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Long Exposure NR e-Front Curtain Shut. BULB shooting Anti-flicker Shoot. TP1000824085 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 296 [On], the correct exposure will not be set or the image brightness will be uneven. When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. In such cases, set [e-Front Curtain Shut.] to [Off]. TP1000787238 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 297 Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. TP1000787265 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 298: Release W/O Card

    Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. TP1000811370 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 299 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Anti-flicker Set. To reduce the impact of flickering from artificial light sources (such as fluorescent or LED light), the camera can time the shooting of images to moments when flickering will have less of an impact, or you can set the shutter speed more finely than usual.
  • Page 300 Related Topic Differences between the [Anti-flicker Shoot.] and [Var. Shutter] functions e-Front Curtain Shut. Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) TP1000829940 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 301: Still Images/Movies

    100 Hz/120 Hz flickering and higher-frequency flickering occur. In this case, first set [Anti-flicker Shoot.] and [ Var. Shutter] to [On], and then adjust the shutter speed with [ Var. Shutter Set.] before shooting images. Related Topic Anti-flicker Set. TP1000829939 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 302: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.
  • Page 303 To use another zoom function than the optical zoom for movies, assign [Zoom] to the desired key using [ Custom Key/Dial Set.]. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Range (still image/movie) About zoom scale TP1000810680 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 304: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)

    Zoom] from MENU to zoom with a power zoom lens attached, step zoom operations cannot be performed. Related Topic Zoom Range (still image/movie) The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000819581 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 305 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. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale TP1000787987 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 306 The zoom speed does not change when you operate the zoom ring of the lens or the zoom lever of the power zoom lens. If you increase the zoom speed, the sound of zoom operations may be recorded. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) TP1000807763 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 307 Fixed Speed ], the angle of view can be changed quickly during shooting standby and slowly during movie recording. Note If you increase the zoom speed, the sound of zoom operations may be recorded. TP1000828517 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 308: About Zoom Scale

    M: 13M Approx. 1.4× Approx. 2.8× Approx. 5.7× S: 6.4M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) The zoom features available with this product Zoom Range (still image/movie) TP1000810707 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 309: Zoom Ring Rotate

    Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. TP1000819587 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 310: Using Flash (Sold Separately)

    When shooting with an external flash, light and dark stripes may appear on the image if the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/4000 seconds. If this occurs, Sony recommends shooting in the manual flash mode and setting the flash level to 1/2 or higher.
  • Page 311 Related Topic Flash Mode Wireless Flash TP1000810738 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 312: Flash Mode

    Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) TP1000810737 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 313: Flash Comp

    If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) TP1000810736 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 314: Exp.comp.set

    (Exposure/Color) → [Flash] → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. TP1000787179 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 315: Wireless Flash

    For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 316: Red-Eye Reduction

    Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. TP1000787288 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 317 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 FEL lock The flash level is automatically adjusted so that the subject gets the optimum exposure during normal flash shooting. You can also set the flash level in advance. FEL: Flash Exposure Level MENU →...
  • Page 318 If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are fixed, (AE Lock/FEL Lock) icon lights up. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000819610 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 319 You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
  • Page 320 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000828518 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 321 You can change these settings even when a flash is not attached. For details on flashes that are compatible with this function, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/dics/6700/ Related Topic ISO (still image/movie) TP1000832031 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 322: Steadyshot (Still Image)

    (SteadyShot) icon may blink. We recommend that you set a faster shutter speed by decreasing the aperture value or adjusting the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. Related Topic SteadyShot (movie) SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000787290 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 323: Steadyshot (Movie)

    For normal movies: when [Rec Frame Rate] is set to [120p]/[100p] or higher For slow-motion/quick-motion shooting: when [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] or higher Related Topic SteadyShot (still image) SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) TP1000797903 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 324 If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot focal length (still image/movie) TP1000819558 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 325 Focal Length] → desired setting. Menu item details 8mm - 1000mm: The SteadyShot function uses the focal length that you set. Check the focal-length index on the lens and set the focal-length. Related Topic SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) TP1000828519 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 326: Distortion Comp

    When [Breathing Comp.] is set to [On], the angle of view and the image quality change slightly. Depending on the lens, changes in the angle of view may not be fully compensated for even when [Breathing Comp.] is set to [On]. TP1000825914 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 327: Long Exposure Nr

    [Drive Mode] is set to [Cont. Shooting] or [Cont. Bracket]. The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Sports Action] is selected. [Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] TP1000827131 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 328: High Iso Nr

    Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. Note [High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] TP1000811373 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 329 (Setup) → [Display Option] → [Shoot Mode Sel. Screen] → desired setting. Menu item details Display: Displays the shooting mode selection screen. Not Displayed: Does not display the shooting mode selection screen. Related Topic Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial TP1000940066 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 330 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) TP1000787296 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 331 Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting TP1000824060 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 332 Custom Key/Dial Set.], you can show or hide the grid lines by pressing the assigned key. Related Topic Grid Line Type (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000811372 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 333 Custom Key/Dial Set.], you can switch the type of grid line each time you press the assigned key. Related Topic Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000828520 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 334 When [Setting Effect OFF] is selected, the (VIEW) icon is displayed on the Live View screen. Note [Exposure Effect] is effective only when using a flash manufactured by Sony. [Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto]...
  • Page 335 TP1000787268 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 336: Aperture Preview

    Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Shot. Result Preview TP1000787246 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 337: Shot. Result Preview

    Preview], but some effects cannot be previewed depending on the shooting settings. Even in that case, the settings you have selected will be applied to the images you shoot. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Aperture Preview TP1000787247 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 338: Bright Monitoring

    During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Live View Display Set. TP1000811371 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 339 Does not display a frame to indicate that recording is in progress. Hint The frame displayed by this function can also be output to an external monitor connected via HDMI. Set [HDMI Info. Display] to [On]. Related Topic HDMI Info. Display TP1000828548 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 340: Marker Display

    The markers are displayed when the Still/Movie/S&Q dial is set to (Movie) or S&Q (S&Q Motion), or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) TP1000811380 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 341 [Gamma Display Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. [Gamma Display Assist] is locked to [Off] in the following situations: When [Log Shooting] is set to [On (Flexible ISO)] Related Topic Picture Profile (still image/movie) Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. HLG Still Image TP1000819609 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 342 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Selects the conversion type for [Gamma Display Assist]. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Option] → [Gamma Disp. Assist Typ.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Displays images with effects as follows according to the gamma or color mode set in [ Picture Profile].
  • Page 343 TP1000828547 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 344: Audio Recording

    This function cannot be used during slow-motion/quick-motion recording and time-lapse movie recording. MENU → (Shooting) → [Audio Recording] → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound. Off: Does not record sound. Related Topic Audio Rec Level TP1000787204 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 345: Audio Rec Level

    Regardless of the [Audio Rec Level] settings, the limiter always operates. [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. TP1000787235 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 346: Audio Out Timing

    Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. Audio is output with the setting for [Lip Sync] during HDMI output. TP1000787236 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 347: Wind Noise Reduct

    USB streaming function, audio with reduced wind noise is streamed. If you change the [Wind Noise Reduct.] setting while recording a movie, noise may be produced when the setting is changed and become recorded in the movie. Related Topic Audio Out Timing TP1000787237 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 348 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Shoe Audio Set. Sets the digital audio transmitted from a microphone (sold separately) attached to the multi-interface shoe of the camera. Use a microphone that supports the digital audio interface. You can set the sampling frequency, the number of quantization bits, and the number of channels.
  • Page 349 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 350 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 TC/UB The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Shooting) → [TC/UB] → Select a menu item and set the desired parameter.
  • Page 351 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [Time Code Run] setting. Related Topic TC/UB Disp. Setting TP1000819578 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 352 (Setup) → [Display Option] → [TC/UB Disp. Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Counter: Displays the time counter of movie recording. Displays the time code. U-Bit: Displays the user bit. Related Topic TC/UB TP1000819561 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 353 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 USB Streaming (movie) You can connect a computer, etc. to the camera and use the camera video and audio for livestreaming or web- conferencing services. Select MENU → (Setup) → [USB] → [USB Connection Mode] → [Sel. When Connect] or [USB Streaming] beforehand.
  • Page 354 [Output Res/Frame Rate] or [Movie Rec During Streaming] under [ USB Streaming] File Format] [Auto Framing Settings] Related Topic USB Connection Mode TP1000832028 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 355: Contents Of This Chapter

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Contents of this chapter The following table of contents lists the features described in this chapter (“Customizing the camera”). From each item name, you can jump to the page describing the respective functions.
  • Page 356 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 357 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Customization features of the camera The camera has various customization features such as registration of functions and shooting settings to custom keys. You can combine your preferred settings to customize the camera for easier operation.
  • Page 358 Some settings cannot be saved on a memory card. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Fn (function) button Add Item Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Camera Set. Memory Save/Load Settings TP1000827129 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 359 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable buttons and dials. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly.
  • Page 360 You can also assign shooting functions to the focus hold button on the lens. However, some lenses do not have a focus hold button. Related Topic Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) TP1000825924 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 361 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the front dial, rear dial, and control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
  • Page 362 Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Dial / Wheel Lock] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000827005 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 363: Items That Can Be Registered

    Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall Camera Setting TP1000787272 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 364 Recall Camera Setting] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Camera Set. Memory TP1000787889 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 365: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
  • Page 366 Depending on the attached lens and the status of the camera when the registered setting recall is executed, the registered settings may not take effect. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000824114 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 367 When [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Shooting Screen] in [Shooting Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings] is set to [On], you can also open [Fn Menu Settings] by holding down the icon in the function menu. Related Topic Fn (function) button TP1000828544 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 368 You can add up to 42 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item MENU button TP1000824112 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 369 (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item TP1000824111 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 370: Delete Item

    (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item TP1000824110 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 371: Delete Page

    Select a page that you want to delete using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Delete All Add Item TP1000824109 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 372: Delete All

    Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Delete Page Add Item TP1000824108 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 373: Menu Item Details

    (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item MENU button TP1000827461 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 374 When you switch from separate settings to a common setting with [Different Set for Still/Mv], the setting values of items return to their initial values. As an exception, the setting values for still image shooting are applied to the aperture value, shutter speed, and custom white balance settings. TP1000828543 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 375 Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial, or control wheel. TP1000825923 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 376: Dial / Wheel Lock

    (Function) button simultaneously for 5 seconds. Press and hold the MENU button and the Fn button simultaneously for 5 seconds again to release the lock. Note If you set [AF Area Registration] to [On], [Dial / Wheel Lock] will be fixed to [Unlock]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) TP1000940070 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 377 [REC Control]. Note When [ REC w/ Shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) TP1000824088 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 378 [Select Finder/Monitor] is set to [Auto]. In such cases, keep the eye sensor from being exposed to the light source. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) DISP (Screen Disp) Set (Monitor/Finder) TP1000787266 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 379: Horizontal Flip

    Even if [Monitor Flip Direction] is set to [Horizontal Flip], the direction of the monitor display during playback will not be inverted. The setting for [Monitor Flip Direction] is not applied to the viewfinder display. TP1000832027 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 380: For Viewfinder

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 DISP (Screen Disp) Set (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Setup) → [Operation Customize] → [DISP (Screen Disp) Set] → [Monitor] or [Finder] →...
  • Page 381 If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level. Related Topic DISP (Display Setting) button TP1000810733 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 382: Viewing Images

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Contents of this chapter The following table of contents lists the features described in this chapter (“Viewing”). From each item name, you can jump to the page describing the respective functions. Viewing images...
  • Page 383: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable TP1000940101 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 384: Playing Back Still Images

    Related Topic Recover Image DB (still image/movie) Display as Group Focus Frame Display (playback) Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Touch function icons TP1000787248 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 385: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)

    You can also enlarge the image by touching the monitor. Drag the monitor to move the enlarged position. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] and [Playback Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Touch Operation Touch Panel Settings Touch panel TP1000811368 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 386 Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after the enlarged display screen is closed. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position TP1000819664 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 387 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. TP1000819675 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 388: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)

    Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) TP1000787258 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 389: Playing Back Movies

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Playing back movies Plays back the recorded movies. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. Select the movie to be played back using the control wheel and press the center of the control wheel to start playback.
  • Page 390 TP1000811367 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 391: Volume Settings

    Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. TP1000787174 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 392 The camera cannot output audio in 4 channels to the device connected to the (headphone) terminal of the camera. When outputting audio through the speakers of the camera, the channels will also change depending on the [ 4ch Audio Monitoring] setting. Related Topic Shoe Audio Set. TP1000828541 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 393: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)

    During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. TP1000787259 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 394 (Playback) → [Viewing] → [Play Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. Play Speed for Interval Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) TP1000827007 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 395 (Playback) → [Viewing] → [Play Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the front/rear dial or the control wheel during [Cont. Play for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. Play for Interval TP1000827006 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 396: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)

    While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) TP1000787250 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 397: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)

    MENU → (Playback) → [Playback Target] → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Movie View: Displays only movies by date. TP1000787257 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 398 On the image index screen, (Display as Group) icon is displayed over the group. Note If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. TP1000825151 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 399 Even if you turn off the focusing frame display while shooting using the [AF Area Auto Clear] or [AF-C Area Display] function, when [ Focus Frame Display] is set to [On], the focusing frame will be displayed during playback. TP1000828540 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 400 When [Disp Specified Time Img.] is performed while playing back images in a group, the image shot on the closest date and time in the group is played back. For movies, the date and time when the recording was started are treated as the shooting date and time. TP1000830774 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 401: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Sets the method of jumping between playback images for the front dial and rear dial, respectively. MENU → (Playback) → [Playback Option] → [Image Jump Setting] → Select the dial for which you would like to change the setting, and then select the desired setting.
  • Page 402 When [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images] is selected, one group is counted as one image. Related Topic Protecting recorded images (Protect) Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000830773 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 403 If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. TP1000787261 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 404 By specifying ratings with the [Image Jump Setting] function, you can quickly find the desired image. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) TP1000825927 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 405 (check) mark to the number of (rating) that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000825926 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 406: Rotating An Image (Rotate)

    Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor or viewfinder of the camera. 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. TP1000787260 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 407 The file format and image quality setting of the cropped image will be the same as those of the original image. On the playback screen, the (Crop) icon is displayed with cropped images. Note You cannot crop RAW images or movies. TP1000829934 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 408: Photo Capture

    The scene is saved as a still image. Hint With [ JPEG/HEIF Switch], you can select either JPEG or HEIF as the recording file format for still images. Related Topic Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Playing back movies JPEG/HEIF Switch (Photo Capture) TP1000819668 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 409 HEIF image files recorded with this camera cannot be displayed on other cameras that do not support the HEIF file format. Be careful not to accidentally erase HEIF image files by formatting the memory card or deleting the files. Related Topic Photo Capture TP1000828538 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 410: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) You can delete multiple selected images. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → [Delete] → desired setting.
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  • Page 412 Enables you to delete the image currently being played back by pressing the (Delete) button twice. Off: Does not enable you to delete the image currently being played back by pressing the (Delete) button twice. TP1000829933 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 413: Delete Confirm

    You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. TP1000787085 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 414: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable

    Do not connect this product and another device using the output terminals of both. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable.
  • Page 415 This is not a malfunction. If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control, select MENU → (Setup) → [External Output] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. TP1000811395 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 416 It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card TP1000787097 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 417 Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Shooting) → [Media] → [ Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. TP1000787102 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 418 α6700 Display Media Info. (still image/movie) Displays the recordable number of still images and the remaining recording time for movies on the memory card. MENU → (Shooting) → [Media] → [ Display Media Info.]. TP1000787103 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 419 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be used for [Set File Name]. Underscores cannot be used for the first character. The three characters specified using [Set File Name] are only applied to files recorded after the setting is made. Related Topic Create New Folder File Settings TP1000827460 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 420: Select Rec Folder

    (Shooting) → [File] → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] under [File/Folder Settings] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings Create New Folder TP1000787099 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 421: Create New Folder

    When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. You cannot change the folder name when [Folder Name] under [File/Folder Settings] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings TP1000787100 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 422: File Settings

    [Title] [Date + Title] [Title + Date] If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” Related Topic File/Folder Settings TP1000827459 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 423: Copyright Info

    In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
  • Page 424 MENU → (Shooting) → [File] → [ Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the image. TP1000827002 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 425 Set this function to [On] to search for connectable access points. If connectable access points are not found, use [WPS Push] or [Access Point Set.] to configure the settings. Menu item details Uses the Wi-Fi function. Off: Does not use the Wi-Fi function. Related Topic WPS Push Access Point Set. TP1000940072 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 426 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Access Point Set. TP1000787055 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 427: Access Point Set

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
  • Page 428 If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. Related Topic WPS Push Keyboard screen TP1000787056 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 429 The [Wi-Fi Frequency Band] setting applies to a Wi-Fi Direct connection with a smartphone or computer, which is a direct connection to the camera not via an access point. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz TP1000827299 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 430 Information other than the MAC address is displayed under the following conditions. [PC Remote] under [PC Remote Function] is set to [On] and a Wi-Fi connection via a Wi-Fi access point has been established. TP1000827298 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 431: Ssid/Pw Reset

    If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings on the computer. Related Topic Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) TP1000787059 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 432: Bluetooth Settings

    After you delete the pairing information for the camera from your smartphone, delete pairing information for the smartphone from the camera using [Manage Paired Device]. Related Topic Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) TP1000819556 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 433 You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth compatible remote commander (sold separately) or shooting grip (sold separately). For details on compatible remote commanders or shooting grips, visit the Sony website in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 434 If the function does not work properly even after you have performed the above operations, delete the pairing information for the device that you want to connect using [Manage Paired Device] on the camera. Related Topic Bluetooth Settings TP1000827300 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 435 IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Hint We recommend that you use a gigabit ethernet adaptor for USB Type-C connections. Note Not all types of USB-LAN conversion adaptors are guaranteed to operate properly. Related Topic Keyboard screen TP1000824104 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 436 To disconnect from the network, select [USB-LAN Disconnection] or [Tethering Disconnection]. Menu item details USB-LAN Connection: Connects to the network using a USB-LAN conversion adaptor. Tethering Connection: Connects to the network using your smartphone’s tethering connection. Related Topic Wired LAN (USB-LAN) TP1000940085 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 437: Airplane Mode

    When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. TP1000787054 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 438: Edit Device Name

    (Network) → [Network Option] → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK]. Related Topic WPS Push Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Keyboard screen TP1000787057 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 439: Generate Password

    For [User], set a string of alphanumeric characters/symbols of 16 characters or less. For [Password], set a string of alphanumeric characters/symbols of 8 to 16 characters including both letters and numerals. Related Topic Access Authen. Info Keyboard screen TP1000940073 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 440 When displaying [Access Authen. Info] on the screen, make sure that no one is around to avoid the information on the screen being seen by others and to prevent unauthorized use of usernames, passwords, and fingerprints. Initialize the camera before lending or giving it to others. Related Topic Access Authen. Settings TP1000940074 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 441: Reset Network Set

    [Airplane Mode] will not be reset to [Off] even if you perform [Reset Network Set.] when [Airplane Mode] is set to [On]. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. TP1000819678 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 442: Monitor Brightness

    Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. TP1000811396 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 443: Viewfinder Bright

    (Setup) → [Finder/Monitor] → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Adjusts the brightness automatically. Manual: Selects the desired brightness from the setting values. Note When the temperature of the camera rises, the viewfinder may become dark. TP1000811397 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 444: Finder Color Temp

    (Setup) → [Finder/Monitor] → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. TP1000819660 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 445: Finder Frame Rate (Still Image)

    The frame rate is restricted in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera’s body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1000819677 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 446 You can resume shooting by performing an operation, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. Note If you will not be using the camera for a long period of time, turn the camera off. TP1000829957 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 447: Power Save Start Time

    The power save function is deactivated in the following situations: While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] During USB Streaming TP1000811424 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 448 The camera returns from power saving mode when the monitor is opened. Close: Power Save : The camera enters power saving mode when the monitor is closed facing inward. Does Not Link : Disables power save linkage with the monitor. TP1000830741 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 449 Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times TP1000824107 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 450 When “-” is displayed as the setting value for [ Display Quality], you cannot view or change the setting. Set [ Finder Frame Rate] to [Standard] to change the setting for [ Display Quality]. TP1000787086 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 451: Usb Connection Mode

    Uses Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote) to control the product from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Related Topic USB Streaming (movie) Importing images to the computer Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) TP1000787092 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 452: Usb Lun Setting

    Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB] → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. TP1000787093 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 453: Usb Power Supply

    Playing back images Available Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connections Available Charging a battery pack Unavailable Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted Unavailable Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. TP1000811422 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 454: Hdmi Resolution

    Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select [1080i], [1080p], or [2160p] based on the connected TV. TP1000787090 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 455: Output Resolution

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 HDMI Output Settings (movie) Sets the video and audio to be output to an external recorder/player connected via HDMI when shooting a movie. Use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable (sold separately) to output 4K movies.
  • Page 456 When [Time Code Output] is set to [On], images may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In this case, set [Time Code Output] to [Off]. It is not possible to output audio in 4 channels to other devices connected via HDMI. TP1000828536 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 457: Hdmi Info. Display

    The recorded image and shooting information are displayed on the TV, while nothing is displayed on the camera’s monitor. Off: Does not display the shooting information on the TV. Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. TP1000787094 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 458: Ctrl For Hdmi

    If you connect this product to a TV using an HDMI cable, available menu items are limited. If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control, set [CTRL FOR HDMI] to [Off]. TP1000787091 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 459 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [ Language] → desired language. TP1000788311 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 460 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. TP1000787096 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 461: Ntsc/Pal Selector

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] TP1000788310 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 462: Audio Signals

    When [Silent Mode] is set to [On], [Audio signals] becomes locked to [Off]. Note If [ Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. Related Topic Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) TP1000819785 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 463: Video Light Mode

    When shooting time-lapse movies, the video light will turn on/off differently according to the [ Time-lapse Settings] setting. For details, see “ Time-lapse Settings .” When shooting time-lapse movies, [Video Light Mode] cannot be set to [Auto]. It will automatically switch to [REC Link]. Related Topic Time-lapse Settings TP1000819560 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 464 If [Auto Pixel Mapping] is set to [Off], perform [Pixel Mapping] regularly. We recommend that you perform the operation once every three days. Note If [Pixel Mapping] is not performed regularly, bright spots may appear in recorded images. Related Topic Pixel Mapping Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) TP1000828549 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 465: Pixel Mapping

    If you see bright spots in a recorded image on the camera monitor, immediately perform [Pixel Mapping]. Note Pixel mapping cannot be performed when the battery is low. If [Pixel Mapping] is not performed regularly, bright spots may appear in recorded images. Related Topic Auto Pixel Mapping TP1000828535 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 466 You can also save the downloaded firmware data to a memory card and use the memory card to update the firmware of the camera. Note Updating can be performed only when the remaining battery level is 51% or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. TP1000830740 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 467: Display Serial Number

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Display Serial Number Displays the serial number of the camera. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Display Serial Number]. TP1000944715 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 468 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Privacy Notice Displays the privacy notification screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Privacy Notice]. TP1000831972 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 469 Accessibility] → [Screen Reader] → desired setting item. Menu item details Screen Reader: Sets whether to use the function to read aloud. ([On]/[Off]) Speed: Sets the speed when reading aloud. Volume: Sets the volume when reading aloud. TP1000830739 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 470 Certification Logo (For some models only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. This function is available on products sold in some countries and regions only. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Certification Logo]. TP1000787105 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 471: Save/Load Settings

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Save/Load Settings You can save/load camera settings to/from a memory card. You can also load settings from another camera of the same model. MENU → (Setup) → [Reset/Save Settings] → [Save/Load Settings] → desired item.
  • Page 472 Camera Set. Memory]. However, [Save/Load Settings] is unavailable when the mode dial is set to 1/2/3 ( Recall Camera Setting). Set the mode dial to a position other than 1/2/3 before using this function. TP1000827458 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 473: Setting Reset

    Picture Profile] are not reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed, except the settings for PPLUT 1 - 4. The check mark for [Picture Profile] in [Different Set for Still/Mv] is not reset when you perform either [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize]. TP1000787106 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 474 Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice. Supported smartphones Refer to the support page for the latest information. https://www.sony.net/ca/help/mobile/ For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. TP1000811420 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 475 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Connects the camera to your smartphone (pairing) to use the smartphone application Creators' App. If you did not connect the camera with your smartphone when you turned on the camera for the first time, perform the following procedure.
  • Page 476 Functions available with a smartphone (Creators' App) Using a smartphone as a remote commander Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Reading location information from a smartphone TP1000830708 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 477 Connect the camera and smartphone by referring to "Related Topic" at the bottom of this page. For details on functions that can be operated from a smartphone, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/ca/help/opr/ Related Topic Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Remote Shoot Setting TP1000828533 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 478 [RAW+J Save Image] and [RAW+H Save Image] can be set only when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [RAW & HEIF]. Related Topic Using a smartphone as a remote commander TP1000829986 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 479 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) You can transfer images to a smartphone by selecting images on the camera. Refer to “Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) ”...
  • Page 480 Movie with Shot Mark: Cuts and transfers a specified number of seconds from a movie with the position of a Shot Mark set as the center. ([Cut to 60 seconds]/[Cut to 30 seconds]/[Cut to 15 seconds]/[Don't Cut]) To filter the images to be transferred (Filtered Images) Images to be transferred can be filtered by the following conditions: Target Group: [This Date]/[This Media] Still Images/Movies: [All]/[Only Still Images]/[Only Movies]...
  • Page 481 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 482 Reset Transfer Status]. If you press [OK] on the confirmation screen, all images that have been transferred to your smartphone will become untransferred images. Related Topic Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) TP1000830699 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 483 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Sets whether or not to accept Bluetooth connections from a smartphone while the camera is turned off. When [ Cnct. while Power OFF] is set to [On], you can browse images on the camera's memory card and transfer images from the camera to a smartphone by operating the smartphone.
  • Page 484 Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Bluetooth Settings TP1000827457 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 485 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Reading location information from a smartphone You can use the application Creators' App to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
  • Page 486 The communication distance for the Bluetooth connection or Wi-Fi may vary depending on the conditions of use. Related Topic Functions available with a smartphone (Creators' App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Bluetooth Settings TP1000830705 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 487: Recommended Computer Environment

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ TP1000819767 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 488: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Related Topic USB Connection Mode USB LUN Setting TP1000787077 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 489: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    On some computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In this case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. TP1000787110 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 490 For the conditions of use of the image stabilization function, refer to the support page. Installing Catalyst Browse/Catalyst Prepare on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/ TP1000828532 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 491: Importing Images To The Computer

    Do not edit or otherwise process movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
  • Page 492 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Uses a Wi-Fi or USB connection, etc. to control the camera from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer.
  • Page 493 Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote) on the computer. Pairing information is deleted when you initialize the camera. Related Topic Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) Remote Shoot Setting TP1000827139 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 494 [RAW+J Save Image] and [RAW+H Save Image] can be set only when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [RAW & HEIF]. Related Topic Using a smartphone as a remote commander TP1000829986 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 495 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 USB Streaming (movie) You can connect a computer, etc. to the camera and use the camera video and audio for livestreaming or web- conferencing services. Select MENU → (Setup) → [USB] → [USB Connection Mode] → [Sel. When Connect] or [USB Streaming] beforehand.
  • Page 496 [Output Res/Frame Rate] or [Movie Rec During Streaming] under [ USB Streaming] File Format] [Auto Framing Settings] Related Topic USB Connection Mode TP1000832028 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 497 Movies recorded with 24-bit audio may not be played back normally on devices or software incompatible with 24-bit audio, resulting in unexpectedly loud volumes or no sound. Related Topic Shoe Audio Set. HDMI Output Settings (movie) 4ch Audio Monitoring (movie) Audio Out Timing Audio Recording TP1000828479 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 498: Mount Adaptor

    For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Note You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.
  • Page 499 Single-shot AF/Automatic AF/Continuous AF/Direct manual focus (DMF)/Manual Focus When using a Mount Adaptor in the movie mode, adjust the aperture value and the focus manually. Available focus area: [Wide]/[Zone]/[Center Fix]/[Spot]/[Expand Spot]/[Tracking] SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Mount Adaptor LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor TP1000787172 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 500: La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor

    LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Autofocus: Not available. Only the manual focusing mode is supported. SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Mount Adaptor LA-EA3/LA-EA5 Mount Adaptor TP1000802901 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 501 When using the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit, insert the plug-in plate into the battery insertion slot, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover. Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit. TP1000827156 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 502: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images

    Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) Using a E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens The numbers of recordable still images are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
  • Page 503: Number Of Recordable Images

    The numbers shown reflect the following conditions: Using a Sony memory card [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2], and [JPEG Image Size]/[HEIF Image Size] is set to [L: 26M]. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
  • Page 504: File Format

    HEIF image quality when [RAW & HEIF] is selected: [Fine] Note Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9 999 images, “9999” will appear. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used TP1000811398 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 505: Recordable Movie Times

    The recording times when [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off]. The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. The duration of time available for movie recording varies depending on the file format/recording settings for movies, memory card, ambient temperature, Wi-Fi network environment, condition of the camera before you start recording, and condition of the charging of the battery.
  • Page 506: Notes On Continuous Movie Recording

    If you observe the following points, you will be able to record movies for longer periods of time. Keep the camera out of direct sunlight. Turn the camera off when it is not being used. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Battery life and number of recordable images TP1000811366 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 507 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 List of icons on the screen for shooting still images The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.
  • Page 508 RAW recording (compressed/lossless compression) J-X.FINE J-FINE J-STD J-LIGHT H-X.FINE H-FINE H-STD H-LIGHT JPEG Quality / HEIF Quality 4:2:2 Color sampling for HEIF Focus Mode Flash charge in progress Setting Effect OFF Exposure Effect (Exposure Setting Only) Anti-flicker Tv Scan AF Illuminator Flickering detected SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning SteadyShot focal length / Camera shake warning...
  • Page 509 Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Tripod recognition Battery Remaining battery Remaining battery warning USB power supply Shooting settings Drive Mode Flash Mode / Wireless Flash / Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp. Focus Mode Focus Area Metering Mode 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter)
  • Page 510 Guide display for touch AE Guide display for dials Bracket indicator Spot metering area Histogram Digital level gauge Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the playback screen TP1000831968 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 511 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 List of icons on the screen for shooting movies The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.
  • Page 512 Remaining battery warning USB power supply Exposure and other settings 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO 400 ISO sensitivity 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) AE lock/AWB lock Other settings (displayed during recording standby) Shooting mode Shooting mode (...
  • Page 513 Focus Cancel Guide display for canceling focusing Tracking+AE Cancel Guide display for tracking+AE Focus+AE Cancel Guide display for focus+AE Touch AE Cancel Guide display for touch AE Audio format Guide display for dials Anti-flicker Tv Scan Focus Cancel Touch Focus+AE cancel/TouchTracking+AE cancel/Touch AE cancel Tracking Cancel PC remote Airplane Mode...
  • Page 514 Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen TP1000831967 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 515 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 List of icons on the playback screen The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.
  • Page 516: Shooting Settings

    Connected to Wi-Fi/Disconnected from Wi-Fi Connected to LAN/Disconnected from LAN (When using a USB-LAN conversion adaptor) Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Airplane Mode Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Touch operation icons Shooting mode switching Add/Delete Shot Mark1 Jump to the positions of Shot Marks Shooting settings...
  • Page 517: Image Information

    Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number C0003 Movie file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the screen for shooting movies TP1000831966 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 518: Specifications

    α6700 Specifications System Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens Image sensor Image format APS-C size (23.3 mm × 15.5 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 26 000 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.
  • Page 519: Exposure Control

    60p-compatible devices: up to 1/60 second in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 second in Auto slow shutter mode) 50p-compatible devices: up to 1/50 second in AUTO mode (up to 1/25 second in Auto slow shutter mode) Flash sync speed (when using a flash manufactured by Sony) 1/160 second...
  • Page 520: Recording Format

    Recording format File format JPEG (compliant with DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, and MPF Baseline), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant) Movie (XAVC HS format) XAVC Ver2.1: MP4 format compliant Video: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265 Audio: LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 4ch (48 kHz 24 bit)
  • Page 521: Wireless Lan

    Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)/Manual Access method Infrastructure mode Bluetooth communications Bluetooth standard Ver.4.2 Frequency band 2.4 GHz Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 Rated voltage 7.2 V Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. TP1000940104 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 522 Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo and Wi-Fi Protected Setup are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license. QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
  • Page 523: Notes On The License

    You may obtain the source code as required by the GPLv2 on a physical medium from us for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product by applying through the form at https://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.
  • Page 524: Troubleshooting

    Initialize the settings. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. https://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Setting Reset TP1000787164 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 525: Warning Messages

    Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-6700 α6700 Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Power insufficient. The image sensor cleaning function will not operate because the remaining battery level is low. Recharge the battery pack.
  • Page 526: System Error

    Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back a movie because the Image Database File is damaged. Recover the Image Database File following the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 527 Release w/o Card Release w/o Lens (still image/movie) Recover Image DB (still image/movie) TP1000787465 5-051-980-12(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

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