Page 1 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 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 information) Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on memory card...
Page 3 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 (L/R) Keyboard screen In-Camera Guide Functions for accessibility 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 Exposure Ctrl Type Auto/Manual Swt. Set. Shoot Mode (S&Q/time-lapse) Convenient functions for shooting self-portrait videos and vlogs Self-timer (movie) Auto Framing Settings...
Page 5 Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image) Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (movie) 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 Priority Set in AF-C AF Illuminator 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.
Page 7 White Balance (still image/movie) Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) 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)
Page 8 Setting the image quality and recording format File Format (still image) 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 APS-C S35 (Super 35mm) Shooting (still image/movie) Angle of view...
Page 9 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 Using the flash...
Page 10: Customizing The Camera
High ISO NR Setting the monitor display during shooting 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 (still image)
Page 11 Customization features of the camera Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 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...
Page 12 Contents of this chapter Viewing images Playing back still images Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 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.
Page 13: Changing The Camera Settings
JPEG/HEIF Switch (Photo Capture) Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete pressing twice Delete confirm. 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.
Page 14 Wired LAN (USB-LAN) USB-LAN/Tethering Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) Access Authen. Settings Access Authen. Info Reset Network Set. FTP Transfer Func. 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...
Page 15 General settings Language Area/Date/Time Setting NTSC/PAL Selector Audio Signal(Shooting) Audio Signal(Start/End) Video Light Mode Anti-dust Function Auto Pixel Mapping Pixel Mapping Version Display Serial Number Privacy Notice Screen Reader (For some models only) Enlarge Screen Certification Logo (For some models only) Save/Load Settings Setting Reset Functions available with a smartphone...
Page 16 Reading location information from a smartphone Using a computer Recommended computer environment Connecting/disconnecting the camera and a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Disconnecting the camera from the computer Managing and editing images on a computer Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) Importing images to the computer Operating the camera from a computer Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function)
Page 17 List of default setting values (Playback) List of default setting values (Network) List of default setting values (Setup) List of default setting values (My Menu) Specifications Trademarks License If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 18 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 19 Screen displayed on a smartphone 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.
Page 20 Viewing information about related features “Related Topic” at the bottom of each page lists sections that contain information related to the description page currently being displayed. For a deeper understanding of the currently displayed page, refer to the listed sections as well. Going to the previous/next page Select the “Previous”...
Page 21: Changing The Display Language
Print This Page] button at the bottom of the page. When the printing screen appears, specify your printer. Changing the display language Go to the language selection page from [ Language Selection Page] at the bottom of the page and select a language. TP1001167429 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 22: 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 23 When using this product with a tripod or grip, be sure to attach the camera securely. 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.
Page 24: Notes On Handling The Product
The lens part 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 25: On Image Data Compatibility
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 26: 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 27 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 28 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 29: 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. TP1001127088 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 30: Notes On Memory Card
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 32 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 33 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 Anti-dust Function TP1001127029 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 34: 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. TP1001127091 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: 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) Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) TP1001273182 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 36: Front Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 37 Sides Bottom TP1001273189 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Rear Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Rear side Viewfinder Eye sensor Diopter-adjustment dial Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. Monitor (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.
Page 39 You can display the screen for transferring images to a smartphone by pressing this button. Control wheel For shooting: C2 button (Custom button 2) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button Related Topic Front side Top side Sides Bottom TP1001273185 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Top Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Top side Mode dial Still/Movie/S&Q dial You can switch the shooting mode. Rear dial R You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode. MOVIE (Movie) button Multi Interface Shoe* Some accessories may not go in all the way and protrude backward from the Multi Interface Shoe. However, when the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed.
Page 41 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. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufacturers’ accessories are not guaranteed.
Page 42 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Sides Hooks for shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. Charge lamp (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 44 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Bottom Battery insertion slot Lock lever Battery cover Tripod socket hole Supports 1/4-20 UNC screws 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.
Page 45 Grip Extension before replacing the battery of the camera. Do not hold the camera by the battery replacement cover of the Grip Extension. Doing so may cause the camera to fall. Related Topic Front side Rear side Top side Sides TP1001273188 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 46 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 47 Remaining battery level Related Topic Touch function icons 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 TP1001273195 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 48 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 49 Recognition Target (still image/movie) Playing back still images Self-timer (movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Focus Map Playing back movies Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) TP1001173307 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 50 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 Focusing ring Zooming ring Focal-length scale When shooting, rotate the zooming ring until the focal-length index comes within the focal-length scale range (A) to extend the lens. Lens mount rubber ring...
Page 51: Supplied Items
The ending of the lens name in the Exif information is recorded as “(Retract)” or “F0” when the image is shot with the lens retracted. This lens is only supplied with lens-kit models. The release status of lens-kit models may vary among countries and regions. TP1001173372 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 52: Touch Panel
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 53 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) TP1001167528 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 54 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 55 Recognition Target (still image/movie) Playing back still images Self-timer (movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Focus Map Playing back movies Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) TP1001173307 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 56: 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) TP1001150351 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Mode Dial
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 58 Related Topic Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) S&Q Settings Intelligent Auto Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Exposure Ctrl Type Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory MENU button TP1001170326 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 59: Menu Button
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 60 (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 61 : 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) TP1001150353 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 62 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 63 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 64 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.) TP1001273198 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 65: Fn (Function) Button
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 66 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 L or rear dial R. 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 67 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 TP1001126963 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 68 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.) TP1001167529 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 69 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 70 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) TP1001167575 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Delete Button
(Delete) button for the following operations. Custom Key Opening the context menu ([Add to My Menu]/[In-Camera Guide]) Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete confirm. Delete pressing twice C (custom) buttons In-Camera Guide TP1001127019 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 72 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. Hint [Tracking On + AF On] is assigned in the default settings. Related Topic AF On TP1001167533 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 73 Related Topic Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Exposure Ctrl Type 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 TP1001167534 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Keyboard Screen
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 75 To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Related Topic Copyright Info Access Point Set. Wired LAN (USB-LAN) Edit Device Name Access Authen. Settings TP1001159248 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: In-Camera Guide
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. Select [In-Camera Guide] and press the center of the control wheel when the context menu appears. TP1001150366 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 77 Note Depending on the language you selected on the initial setup screen or in [ Language], the screen reader function may not be supported. Related Topic Screen Reader (For some models only) Enlarge Screen TP1001275085 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 79 Related Topic Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery TP1001150341 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 80 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 81 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 TP1001150343 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: 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. TP1001127095 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: 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 TP1001150345 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 85 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 V60 or higher XAVC HS 4K...
Page 86 4 GB in size. When shooting a time-lapse movie, 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 TP1001150349 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 87: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 88: To Remove The Memory Card
Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format TP1001150347 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: Attaching/Removing A Lens
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 90 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 TP1001159199 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 91 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 92 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 TP1001171137 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 93 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 TP1001167536 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 94 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 95 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 96 Related Topic Touch function icons Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Playing back still images Auto Review (still image) TP1001150354 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 98: Focus Mode
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 99 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 TP1001126878 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 100 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 101 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 Movie Settings Image Quality/Rec S&Q Settings Time-lapse Settings Log Shooting Setting Proxy Settings Shooting Long Exposure NR High ISO NR HLG Still Image Color Space...
Page 102 Groups Menu items Exposure Ctrl Type Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory Shooting Mode Shoot Mode Auto/Scene Selection Reg. Custom Shoot Set Drive Mode Drive Mode Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func. Silent Mode Settings Shutter Type Shutter/Silent Release w/o Lens Release w/o Card Anti-flicker Set.
Page 103 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 Aspect Marker Aspect Marker Type Aspect Marker Level Marker Display Marker Display Center Marker Aspect Marker Safety Zone...
Page 104 Groups Menu items Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Metering Spot Metering Point AEL w/ Shutter 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...
Page 105 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 106 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 107 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 Aspect Marker Disp. Disp Specified Time Img. Image Jump Setting (Network) tab Groups...
Page 108 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 Import Root Certificate Network Option Access Authen.
Page 109 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. My Dial Settings Dial Customize Av/Tv Rotate Function Ring(Lens)
Page 110 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 111 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. TP1001273200 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 112: Contents Of This Chapter
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 113: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity
Circ. of Focus Point (still image/movie) AF Frame Move Amt (still image/movie) 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...
Page 114 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. Shooting Self-timer(Single) Self-timer(Cont) Cont.
Page 115: Reducing Blur
Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) Shutter Type 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.
Page 116 Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Shoe Audio Set. TC/UB settings TC/UB TC/UB Disp. Setting Livestreaming video and audio USB Streaming (movie) TP1001273203 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 117: Intelligent Auto
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 118 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 Scene Selection Touch function icons Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Creative Look (still image/movie) TP1001126894 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: Scene Selection
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 120 Touch each icon at the bottom of the screen to set each item. For details, refer to “ Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) .” Related Topic Touch function icons Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Creative Look (still image/movie) TP1001173398 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 121 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 TP1001173397 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 122 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 123 (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) TP1001173396 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: 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. TP1001150358 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: 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 TP1001150361 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 126: 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 TP1001126886 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 127: Manual Exposure
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 129: Bulb Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 130 Related Topic Manual Exposure Long Exposure NR TP1001150363 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 131 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 TP1001171048 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 132 Even if [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [Flexible Exp. Mode], when you shoot a movie by pressing the MOVIE (movie) button in a still image shooting mode, the movie will be shot in the exposure mode selected with the mode dial. Related Topic Auto/Manual Swt. Set. TP1001167539 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 133 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Auto/Manual Swt. Set. When shooting movies, you can switch between the automatic and manual settings separately for aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity as you would with the exposure control system of a professional camera. Set [Exposure Ctrl Type] to [Flexible Exp.
Page 135 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 TP1001173395 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 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. TP1001171054 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 138: Hdmi Output
If there are multiple recognized subjects, only the subject with the highest priority will be targeted. Depending on the settings for [ File Format] and [ Movie Settings], the angle of view may change when [Auto Framing] is set to [On]. TP1001173391 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 139: Focus Indicator
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 140 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.) TP1001159195 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 141 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 142 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 area”...
Page 143: Phase Detection Af
When [ Focus Area] is set to one of the following, you can move the focusing frame over a greater distance at a time by setting [ AF Frame Move Amt] to [Large]. [Spot] [Expand Spot] You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On], and set [Touch Func.
Page 144 Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Touch Operation Touch Panel Settings Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) 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) TP1001150382 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 146 Use this function when the tracking frame switches to an unintended subject. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1001166031 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 147: 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 TP1001126911 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 148: 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 the focus mode to [DMF]. Related Topic Manual Focus Full Time DMF Peaking Display TP1001126912 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 149 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 150 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) TP1001171103 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 151 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.) TP1001171104 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 153 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) TP1001171105 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 154 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.) TP1001171106 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 155 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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] →...
Page 157 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 158 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) TP1001171108 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 159 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 160 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) TP1001173011 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 161 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) TP1001171061 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 162 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) TP1001171062 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 163 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.) TP1001171102 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 164: 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) TP1001159241 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Switch V/H Af Area)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 166 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) TP1001163738 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 167: Registering The Current Focus Area (Af Area Registration)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 169 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) TP1001163740 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 170 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.) TP1001166044 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 171 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) TP1001166026 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 172 [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.) TP1001167546 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 173 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) TP1001166635 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 174: 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) TP1001159229 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 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) TP1001169097 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 176 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) TP1001150388 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 177: 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 178 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. TP1001159243 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 179 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. TP1001159270 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 180 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. TP1001159219 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 181 Note Only subjects within the focus area are targeted by auto focus. The following lenses are not compatible with [AF Assist]. SELP1650 (sold separately) SEL18200LE (sold separately) Related Topic Peaking Display Focus Map TP1001170330 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 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.) TP1001126919 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF] The following lenses (sold separately) do not support [Full Time DMF]. SELP1650 SEL18200LE A-mount lens Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Auto Magnifier in MF Peaking Display TP1001171063 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 184 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 TP1001126925 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 185 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 TP1001126926 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 186: 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.) TP1001158773 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 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. TP1001150386 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 188: 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 TP1001150391 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 189: 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 TP1001150392 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 190 [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. TP1001150387 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 191: 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) TP1001166032 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 192: Af In Focus Mag
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 193 Related Topic Focus Magnifier TP1001159260 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 194 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) TP1001150385 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 195: Focus Magnifier
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 196 [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 TP1001126923 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 197 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 TP1001126914 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 198: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)
Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x6.9: Displays a 6.9-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.5: Displays a 4.5-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier TP1001159193 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 199 (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 TP1001166035 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 200 While using the digital zoom function While 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 TP1001170331 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 201 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) TP1001164932 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 203 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 TP1001150393 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 204: Histogram Display
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 206 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) TP1001126935 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 207: 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) TP1001159213 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 208 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. TP1001150407 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 209 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 210 Spot Metering Point (still image/movie) Face Priority in Multi Metering (still image/movie) D-Range Optimizer (still image/movie) TP1001126929 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 211 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) TP1001164907 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 212 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) TP1001159239 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 213 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.) TP1001126930 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 214: 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. TP1001126931 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 215: Auto Slow Shutter
(Manual Exposure) When [ ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] When [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [Flexible Exp. Mode] and the method for adjusting the shutter speed is set to [Manual] TP1001126987 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 216: Zebra Level
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. TP1001164906 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 217 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 219 [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) TP1001166033 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 220: Iso Auto Min. Ss
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 222 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 223 WB bracket Shockless WB TP1001150409 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 224: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness.
Page 226 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) TP1001159206 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 227: Shutter Awb Lock
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 229 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) TP1001167548 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 230 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 TP1001171064 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 231 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) TP1001171065 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 232 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 TP1001171066 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 233 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 235 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 TP1001171071 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 236 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 237 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 238 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. TP1001150412 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 239 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 240 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 241 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 242: Color Depth
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 243 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 244 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. TP1001170332 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 245: Drive Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 246 Focus Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket TP1001150396 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 247: Cont. Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 248 The speed of continuous shooting decreases when shooting in uncompressed RAW or 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 TP1001150397 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 249 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 251: 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. TP1001126941 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 252: Cont. Bracket
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 253 Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting TP1001126942 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 254: Single Bracket
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 256: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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...
Page 258: Focus Bracket
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 260 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 TP1001150399 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 261: 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 TP1001126944 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 262: 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 TP1001150836 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 263 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. TP1001171054 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 264 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 265 [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) TP1001166043 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 266: 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) TP1001164966 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 [Uncompressed]. You can select L/M/S as the image size. The number of pixels after development using a Sony application is the same as the L/M/S size for JPEG/HEIF images.
Page 268 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) TP1001167549 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 269 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) TP1001164908 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 270 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 271 The L size cannot be selected when shooting in the APS-C size. If you shoot in the APS-C size while the L size is selected, the image size will switch to the M size temporarily. Related Topic File Format (still image) Aspect Ratio TP1001164965 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 272: Aspect Ratio
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. Related Topic Marker Display (still image) TP1001150379 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 273 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 275: 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 TP1001126984 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 276: File Format (Movie)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 278 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 279 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 Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] Rec Frame Rate Record Setting...
Page 280 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) TP1001150415 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 281: Playback Speed
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 282 Frame Rec Frame Rec Frame Rate: Rec Frame Rate: Rec Frame Rate: Rate Rate: 24p 120p 120fps 5 times slower 4 times slower 2 times slower Normal playback speed Normal playback 60fps 2.5 times slower 2 times slower 2 times quick speed Normal playback 30fps...
Page 283 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 TP1001159180 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 284: Time-Lapse Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 285 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 [ Video Light Setting]) (D) Video light off (The video light remains dimly lit when [Video Light Mode] is set to [REC Link&STBY])
Page 287: Proxy Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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. Since proxy movies are small in file size, they are suitable for transferring to smartphones or uploading to websites.
Page 288 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 TP1001164655 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 289 Shooting] is set to [On], the angle of view is the same as when shooting with an APS-C-size image sensor. Shooting] is locked to [On] when shooting movies in 4K 60p/50p. Related Topic Angle of view TP1001126993 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 290: Angle Of View
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Angle of view The angle of view switches to the equivalent of full frame or APS-C/Super 35mm, depending on the setting for [ Shooting] and the attached lens. The angle of view is also different for still image shooting and movie shooting.
Page 291 The angle of view becomes APS-C-size/Super35mm equivalent when shooting movies in 4K 60p/50p. Related Topic File Format (movie) Movie Settings (movie) APS-C S35 (Super 35mm) Shooting (still image/movie) TP1001164962 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 292: 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 TP1001159262 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 293: 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 TP1001164934 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 294: Touch Panel Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 295 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) TP1001171075 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 296: Touch Pad Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 297 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 TP1001164714 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 298 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 299 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) TP1001159263 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 300 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 TP1001166055 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 301 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 303 [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 TP1001173309 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 304 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 305 Anti-dust Function Auto Pixel Mapping TP1001159224 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 306: 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 BULB shooting Anti-flicker Shoot. TP1001163716 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 307 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. TP1001127018 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 308: 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. TP1001150427 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 310 Var. Shutter] is set to [On], the flash sync speed may be limited to the slower side. Related Topic Differences between the [Anti-flicker Shoot.] and [Var. Shutter] functions Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) TP1001169104 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 311: 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. TP1001169105 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 312: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 313 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 TP1001150275 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 314: 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.) TP1001159212 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 315 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 TP1001126706 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 316 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) TP1001147277 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 317 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. TP1001167524 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 318: About Zoom Scale
Digital Zoom M: 14M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× S: 8.2M Approx. 1.3× Approx. 2.6× Approx. 5.3× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) The zoom features available with this product Zoom Range (still image/movie) TP1001150339 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 319: 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. TP1001159269 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 320: 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 321 Related Topic Flash Mode Wireless Flash TP1001150371 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 322: 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) TP1001150372 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 323: 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) TP1001150373 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 324: 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. TP1001126932 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 325: 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 326: 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. TP1001126978 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 327 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 328 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.) TP1001159246 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 329 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 330 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1001167523 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 331 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/ilce7cm2/ Related Topic ISO (still image/movie) TP1001171080 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 332: Steadyshot (Still Image)
With some lenses, the camera body and the lens work together to perform image stabilization, making it possible to correct larger blurs than usual. Refer to the following URL for compatible lenses. https://www.sony.net/dics/fnc1002/ Related Topic SteadyShot (movie) SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) TP1001126980 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 333: Steadyshot (Movie)
In the following situations, [Active] cannot be selected: For normal movies: when [Rec Frame Rate] is set to [120p]/[100p] For slow-motion/quick-motion shooting: when [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] Related Topic SteadyShot (still image) SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) TP1001136950 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 334 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) TP1001159235 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 335 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) TP1001167550 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 336 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]. TP1001164955 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 337: 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] TP1001166657 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 338: 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] TP1001150424 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 339 (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 TP1001173385 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 340 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) TP1001126986 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 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 TP1001163741 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 342 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.) TP1001150425 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 343 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.) TP1001167552 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 344 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 346: 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 TP1001126999 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 347: 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 TP1001127000 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 348: 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. TP1001150426 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 349 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 TP1001167555 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 350 Aspect Marker] for movie recording even if the same aspect ratio is selected. The aspect marker is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Aspect Marker Disp. (still image) Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Crop TP1001273216 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 351: Marker Display (Movie)
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.) TP1001150417 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 352 [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 TP1001159247 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 353 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 355: 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 TP1001126956 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 356: Audio Rec Level
For some external microphones, [Audio Rec Level] cannot be set even when the audio input is set to analog transfer. In this case, use the function to adjust the audio recording level of the external microphone. When the audio input to the external microphone is set to digital transfer, [Audio Rec Level] cannot be set. TP1001126957 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 357: 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. TP1001126958 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 358: Wind Noise Reduct
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 TP1001126959 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 359 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 361 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 362 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 TP1001159215 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 363 (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 TP1001159232 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 364 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 365 Depending on the temperature environment, streaming output image-quality settings, video recording settings during streaming, Wi-Fi connection environment, and usage conditions before starting streaming, the internal temperature of the camera may rise, and the streaming time may be shortened. Related Topic USB Connection Mode TP1001171083 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 366: Contents Of This Chapter
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 368 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 369 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 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) Save/Load Settings TP1001166659 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 370 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 371 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) TP1001164945 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 372 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the front dial, rear dial L, rear dial R, and control wheel and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial”...
Page 373 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.) TP1001166038 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 374: 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 TP1001126962 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 375 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 TP1001126890 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 376: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 377 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.) TP1001163750 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 378 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 TP1001167559 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 379 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Add Item You can register the desired menu items to (My Menu) under MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Add Item]. Select an item that you want to add to (My Menu) using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel.
Page 381 (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 TP1001163753 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 382: 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 TP1001163754 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 383: 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 TP1001163755 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 384: 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 TP1001163756 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 385: 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 TP1001166640 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 386 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. TP1001167560 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 387 Does not change the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial L, rear dial R, or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the front dial, rear dial L, rear dial R, or control wheel. TP1001164946 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 388 The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C S35 (Super 35mm) Shooting (still image/movie) TP1001166039 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 389: 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]. TP1001173381 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 390 [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) TP1001163745 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 391 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Select Finder/Monitor Sets the method for switching the display between the viewfinder and the monitor. MENU → (Setup) → [Finder/Monitor] → [Select Finder/Monitor] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: When you look into the viewfinder, the eye sensor reacts and the display is switched to the viewfinder automatically.
Page 393: 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. TP1001171084 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 394 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 395 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 TP1001150376 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 396 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 397: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable TP1001273221 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 398: Playing Back Still Images
Aspect Marker Disp.] is set to [On], the aspect marker that was displayed during shooting can also be displayed over the played-back image. 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 TP1001127001 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 399: 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 TP1001150460 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 400 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 TP1001159192 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 401 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. TP1001159181 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 402: 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) TP1001127011 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 403: Playing Back Movies
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 405: 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. TP1001127021 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 406 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. TP1001167562 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 407: 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)]. TP1001127012 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 408 (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) TP1001166036 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 409 Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the front dial, rear dial L, rear dial R, or the control wheel during [Cont. Play Interval]. Related Topic Cont. Play for Interval TP1001166037 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 410: 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) TP1001127003 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 411: 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. TP1001127010 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 412 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. TP1001164684 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 413 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. TP1001167563 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 414 Although the color density selected on the setting screen for [Aspect Marker Level] may not be applied to the setting screen, the marker will be displayed with the selected color density on the playback screen. When the display setting is [Histogram], the aspect marker is not displayed. Related Topic Marker Display (still image) TP1001273227 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 415 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. TP1001170306 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 416: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Sets the method of jumping between playback images for the front dial, rear dial L, and rear dial R, respectively. MENU →...
Page 417 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.) TP1001170305 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 418 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. TP1001127014 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 419 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) TP1001164942 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 420 (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.) TP1001164943 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 421: 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. TP1001127013 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 422 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. TP1001169110 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 423: 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) TP1001159188 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 424 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 TP1001167565 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 425: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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.
Page 427 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. TP1001169111 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 428: 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. TP1001127026 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 429: 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 430 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]. TP1001150402 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 431 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 TP1001127038 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 432 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. TP1001127043 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 433 α7CII 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.]. TP1001127044 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 434 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 TP1001166641 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 435: 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 TP1001127040 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 436: 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 TP1001127041 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 437: 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 TP1001166642 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 438 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 439: 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 440 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. TP1001166041 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 441 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. TP1001173379 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 442 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Access Point Set. TP1001127058 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 443: Access Point Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 444 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 TP1001127059 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 445 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 TP1001166646 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 446 (Delete) button on the [Display Wi-Fi Info.] screen. For details on how to read the QR Code using the Transfer & Tagging, refer to the following support page. https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/transfer/l/macaddress/index.php The Transfer & Tagging is only available in certain countries and regions. TP1001166803 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 447: 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) TP1001127062 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 448: 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) TP1001159237 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 449 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 450 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 TP1001166645 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 451 For details on how to read the QR Code using the Transfer & Tagging, refer to the following support page. https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/transfer/l/macaddress/index.php The Transfer & Tagging is only available in certain countries and regions. Note Not all types of USB-LAN conversion adaptors are guaranteed to operate properly. Related Topic Keyboard screen TP1001163761 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 452 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) TP1001173303 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 453: 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. TP1001127057 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 454: 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 TP1001127060 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 455 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp_2360/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Import Root Certificate]. TP1001163775 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 456: 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 TP1001173378 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 457 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 TP1001173377 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 458: 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]. TP1001159273 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 459 For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp_2360/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [FTP Transfer] → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) TP1001163758 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 460: 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. TP1001150401 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 461: 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. TP1001150428 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 462: 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. TP1001159196 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 463: 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.) TP1001159272 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 464 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. TP1001169087 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 465: Power Save Start Time
While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] While streaming TP1001150435 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 466 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. TP1001170383 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 467 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 TP1001163757 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 468 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]. TP1001127027 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 469: 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) TP1001127033 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 470: 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. TP1001127034 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 471: 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. TP1001150437 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 472: 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. TP1001127031 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 473: Output Resolution
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 474 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. TP1001167567 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 475: 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. TP1001127035 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 476: 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]. TP1001127032 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 477 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [ Language] → desired language. TP1001127479 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 478 If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. Related Topic Performing initial setup for the camera TP1001127037 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 479: Ntsc/Pal Selector
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] TP1001127480 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 480 When [Silent Mode] is set to [On], [Audio Signal(Shooting)] becomes locked to [Off]. Note If the 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) TP1001159322 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 481 An electronic sound is not produced when the camera starts up and shuts down. Note When [Silent Mode] is set to [On], [Audio Signal(Start/End)] is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) TP1001171085 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 482: 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 TP1001159233 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 483 Even if [Shutter When Pwr OFF] is set to [On], the shutter will not close when the power turns off due to activation of the power- saving mode or battery exhaustion. In this case, you can close the shutter by turning the camera on and off again. Related Topic Cleaning the image sensor (Sensor Cleaning) TP1001169120 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 484 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) TP1001167554 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 485: 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 TP1001167568 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 486 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. TP1001170338 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 487: Display Serial Number
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Display Serial Number Displays the serial number of the camera. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Display Serial Number]. TP1001173280 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 488 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Privacy Notice Displays the privacy notification screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Privacy Notice]. TP1001171139 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 489 MENU button after the initial setup. You can set the camera to make a sound when it is turned on or off by setting [Audio Signal(Start/End)] to [On]. TP1001170370 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 490 Screen] function to prevent the eye sensor from activating and switching to the viewfinder display when you bring your face close to the monitor. To restore the setting for [Select Finder/Monitor], select [Select Finder/Monitor] and change the setting. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Select Finder/Monitor TP1001273230 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 491 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]. TP1001127046 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 492: Save/Load Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 493 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. TP1001166614 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 494: 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]. TP1001127047 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 495 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. TP1001150439 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 496 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 497 (Setup) button in the upper right corner of the [Cameras] screen, and then select [Connect only via Wi- Fi]. On the screen of Creators' App on your smartphone, select the product name of the camera (ILCE-7CM2). The smartphone will connect to the camera.
Page 498 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 TP1001167570 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 499 [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 TP1001169121 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 500 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 501 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 503 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) TP1001170347 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 504 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 505 Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Bluetooth Settings TP1001166613 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 506 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 507 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 TP1001170341 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 508: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ TP1001159277 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 509: 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 TP1001127080 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 510: 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. TP1001127082 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 511 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/ TP1001167571 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 512: 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 513 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 514 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 TP1001166649 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 515 [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 TP1001169121 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 516 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 517 Depending on the temperature environment, streaming output image-quality settings, video recording settings during streaming, Wi-Fi connection environment, and usage conditions before starting streaming, the internal temperature of the camera may rise, and the streaming time may be shortened. Related Topic USB Connection Mode TP1001171083 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 518 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 TP1001167624 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 519: 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 520 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 TP1001127022 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 521: La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor
If you use the LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full size shooting: Available with full frame shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus: Not available. Only the manual focusing mode is supported. SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Mount Adaptor LA-EA3/LA-EA5 Mount Adaptor TP1001141961 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 522 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. TP1001166694 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 523: 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 FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 lens The numbers of recordable still images are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 524: 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: 33M]. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 525: 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 TP1001150430 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 526: 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 527: 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 TP1001150462 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 528 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 529 RAW recording (compressed/lossless compression (L/M/S)/uncompressed) 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 charging in progress Setting Effect OFF Exposure Effect (Exposure Setting Only) Anti-flicker Tv Scan AF Illuminator Flickering detected SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning...
Page 530 Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained Airplane Mode 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.
Page 531 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 TP1001171143 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 532 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 533 Remaining battery warning USB power supply Exposure and other settings 1/250 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 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 Shooting Other settings (displayed during recording standby)
Page 534 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 FTP function / FTP transfer status...
Page 535 Area 3 icons may not be displayed while the touch function icons are displayed. To see hidden icons, swipe the touch function icons left or right to hide the touch function icons. Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen TP1001171144 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 536 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 537 FTP transfer status Smartphone transfer status (when using [ Select on Cam & Send]) Camera settings FTP function / FTP transfer status 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...
Page 538 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 TP1001171145 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 539 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII List of default setting values (Shooting) The default setting values at the time of purchase are shown in the following table. The content of the menu displayed on the screen differs depending on the position of the Still/Movie/S&Q dial. For details, refer to “Finding functions from...
Page 540 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Movie Settings (Rec Frame Rate) (when [ File Format] 60p/50p is set to [XAVC S-I HD]) Movie Settings (Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC HS 4K] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 45M 4:2:0 10bit [60p]/[50p]) Movie Settings (Record Setting) (when [...
Page 541 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] S&Q Settings ( Frame Rate Settings) (when [ File 30p 60fps / 25p 50fps Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]) S&Q Settings ( Frame Rate Settings) (when [ File 60p 120fps / 50p 100fps Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]) S&Q Settings (...
Page 542 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] S&Q Settings ( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S-I 4K] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 300M 4:2:2 10bit [30p]) S&Q Settings ( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S-I 4K] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 250M 4:2:2 10bit...
Page 543: Default Setting Value
Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Time-lapse Settings( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC HS 4K] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 45M 4:2:0 10bit [60p]/[50p]) Time-lapse Settings( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC HS 4K] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 50M 4:2:0 10bit...
Page 544 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Time-lapse Settings( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S-I HD] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 185M 4:2:2 10bit [50p]) Time-lapse Settings( Record Setting) (when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S-I HD] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to 111M 4:2:2 10bit...
Page 545 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Display Media Info. ― File/Folder Settings (File Number) Series File/Folder Settings (Forced File Number Reset) ― File/Folder Settings (Set File Name) File/Folder Settings (Folder Name) Standard Form Select REC Folder ―...
Page 546 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Bracket Settings (Focus Brckt Saving Dest) Current Folder Interval Shoot Func. (Interval Shooting) Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Start Time) 1 Sec Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Interval) 3 Sec Interval Shoot Func. (Number of Shots) Interval Shoot Func.
Page 547 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] User Bit Time Rec SteadyShot SteadyShot Standard SteadyShot Adjust. Auto Focal Length (when [ SteadyShot Adjust.] is set to [Manual]) Zoom ― Zoom Range Optical zoom only Custom Key Z. Speed (Fixed Speed Custom Key Z.
Page 548 Resettable using MENU item Default setting value [Camera Settings Reset] Auto Framing Settings (Framing Tracking Speed) Auto Framing Settings (Movie Rec/Streaming) Crop Auto Framing Settings (HDMI Output) Crop TP1001273237 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 549 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII List of default setting values (Exposure/Color) The default setting values at the time of purchase are shown in the following table. The content of the menu displayed on the screen differs depending on the position of the Still/Movie/S&Q dial. For details, refer to “Finding functions from...
Page 550 Priority Set in AWB Standard Shutter AWB Lock Shockless WB 1 (Fast) D-Range Optimizer: D-Range Optimizer Auto Creative Look Picture Profile Select LUT s709 Manage User LUTs ― Soft Skin Effect Zebra Display Zebra Level TP1001273236 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 551 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII List of default setting values (Focus) The default setting values at the time of purchase are shown in the following table. The content of the menu displayed on the screen differs depending on the position of the Still/Movie/S&Q dial. For details, refer to “Finding functions from...
Page 552 Regist. Face Priority Focus Map Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier ― Focus Magnif. Time No Limit Initial Focus Mag. x1.0 AF in Focus Mag. Initial Focus Mag. x1.0 Peaking Display Peaking Level Peaking Color White TP1001273235 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 553 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII List of default setting values (Playback) The default setting values at the time of purchase are shown in the following table. To reset settings to the default values Select MENU → (Setup) → [Reset/Save Settings] → [Setting Reset] → [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] →...
Page 554 Disp Specified Time Img. — Image Jump Setting ( Front dial) One by one Image Jump Setting ( Rear Dial L) One by one Image Jump Setting ( Rear Dial R) One by one TP1001273234 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 555 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII List of default setting values (Network) The default setting values at the time of purchase are shown in the following table. To reset settings to the default values Select MENU → (Setup) → [Reset/Save Settings] → [Setting Reset] → [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] →...
Page 556 Default setting Resettable using [Camera Settings MENU item value Reset] FTP Transfer Func. (FTP Transfer) ― FTP Transfer Func. (Display FTP Error Info.) ― FTP Transfer Func. (Display FTP Result) ― FTP Transfer Func. (Auto FTP Transfer) Still Image/Movie FTP Transfer Func. (Auto FTP Target) (All) FTP Transfer Func.
Page 557 Resettable using [Camera Settings MENU item value Reset] Access Authen. Settings (Access Authen.) Access Authen. Settings (User) ― Access Authen. Settings (Password) ― Access Authen. Settings (Generate Password) ― Access Authen. Info ― Reset Network Set. ― TP1001273233 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 558 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII List of default setting values (Setup) The default setting values at the time of purchase are shown in the following table. To reset settings to the default values Select MENU → (Setup) → [Reset/Save Settings] → [Setting Reset] → [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] →...
Page 559 Resettable using [Camera MENU item Default setting value Settings Reset] Custom Key/Dial Set. (Focus Hold Button) Focus Hold Custom Key/Dial Set. ( Front dial) Follow Custom ( Custom Key/Dial Set. ( Rear Dial L) Follow Custom ( Custom Key/Dial Set. ( Rear Dial R) Follow Custom ( Custom Key/Dial Set.
Page 560 Resettable using [Camera MENU item Default setting value Settings Reset] Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Only Touch Panel Settings ([Shooting Screen] under [Shooting Screen]) Touch Panel Settings ([Footer Icon Touch] under [Shooting Screen]) Touch Panel Settings ([Swipe Right] under [Shooting Icon Display: L&R Screen]) Touch Panel Settings ([Swipe Left] under [Shooting Icon Display: L&R...
Page 561 Resettable using [Camera MENU item Default setting value Settings Reset] Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Auto Display LUT Remain Shoot Display Not Displayed Auto Review Shoot Mode Sel. Screen Display Auto Monitor OFF Does not turn OFF Power Save Start Time 1 Min Power Save by Monitor Both Linked...
Page 562 Resettable using [Camera MENU item Default setting value Settings Reset] Pixel Mapping ― Version ― Display Serial Number ― Privacy Notice ― Certification Logo ― TP1001273238 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 563 Camera Settings Reset: Items that can be reset are limited. See the following table. (My Menu) tab MENU item Default setting value Resettable using [Camera Settings Reset] Add Item ― Sort Item ― Delete Item ― Delete Page ― Delete All ― Display From My Menu TP1001273232 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 564: Specifications
α7CII Specifications System Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens Image sensor Image format 35 mm full frame (35.9 mm × 23.9 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 33 000 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.
Page 565: 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 (Full-frame)
Page 566: 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 567: 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. TP1001273253 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 568 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 569: 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 570: 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 TP1001127104 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 571: Warning Messages
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7CM2 α7CII 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 572 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 573 Release w/o Card Release w/o Lens (still image/movie) Recover Image DB (still image/movie) TP1001127155 5-054-865-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

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