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3-078-045-13(1)
Getting started________________________
Digital Still Camera
Shooting still images__________________
Viewing still images ___________________
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and
retain it for future reference. Deleting still images __________________
Owner’s Record
Before advanced operations _____________
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to th
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CAUTION CAUTION WARNING The use of optical instruments with this You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this product will increase eye hazard. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do manual could void your authority to operate this Use of controls or adjustments or not expose the unit to rain or equipment. performance of procedures other than those moisture. specified herein may result in hazardous Note: This equipment has been tested and found to radi
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For the Customers in the U.S.A. Notice on the supplied AC Attention for the Customers in and Canada power adaptor for the Europe customers in the United RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION This product has been tested and found compliant Kingdom with the limits sets out in the EMC Directive for BATTERIES using connection cables shorter than 3 meters Lithium-Ion batteries are A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted (9.8 feet). recyclable. to this equipment for your safety and convenience. You c
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Before using your camera “Memory Stick” Trial recording Do not shake or strike the camera Before you record one-time events, you may want In addition to malfunctions and inability to record to make a trial recording to make sure that the images, this may render the “Memory Stick” camera is working correctly. unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may occur. No compensation for contents of the For the Customers in the U.S.A. and LCD screen, LCD finder (only models recording Canad
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Do not get the camera wet Trademarks About the Carl Zeiss lens When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or “Memory Stick,” and “MagicGate This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss under similar conditions, be careful not to get the Memory Stick” are trademarks of Sony lens which is capable of reproducing fine camera wet. If moisture condensation occurs, see Corporation. images. The lens for this camera uses the page 113 and follow the instructions on how to “Memory Stick Duo” and MT
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Table of contents Before using your camera ......................... 4 Shooting according to scene conditions Choosing a focus method........................46 Identifying the parts .................................8 — Scene Selection ......................... 29 Shooting with AF lock........................47 Setting the still image quality................. 31 Focusing manually ..................................48 Getting started Image size and quality............................ 32 Adjusting t
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Adding special effects Enjoying movies Additional information — Picture Effect .............................62 Shooting movies ..................................... 75 Number of images that can be saved or Using an external flash............................63 Viewing movies on the screen................ 76 shooting time.................................104 Using the Sony HVL-F1000 Flash .....63 Deleting movies — Delete...................... 77 Menu items..........................................
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A (USB) jack (84) B Hook for shoulder strap C Tripod receptacle 1 3 Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera. 2 2 Attaching the lens cap and the shoulder strap. Lens cap (supplied) Shoulder strap (supplied) 10
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Getting started Getting started Charging the battery pack Battery eject lever Jack cover DC plug b mark AC power adaptor 1 2 3 , Open the battery/“Memory , Install the battery pack, then , Open the jack cover and Stick” cover. close the battery/“Memory connect the AC-L10A/L10B AC Stick” cover. power adaptor (supplied) to the Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. DC IN jack of your camera. Insert the battery pack with the b mark Be sure to turn off your camera when facing toward t
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To remove the battery pack Battery remaining indicator 2 To wall outlet (wall socket) The battery remaining indicator on the screen Battery eject lever shows the remaining shooting or viewing time. Power cord 60min 101 (mains lead) 2560 6 1 AC power adaptor The displayed remaining time may not be 4 correct under certain circumstances or conditions. , Connect the power cord (mains When you switch the FINDER/LCD switch, it Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. lead) to the AC power ad
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Getting started 2) 4) Number of images and battery Continuous shooting mode* Shooting movies* life that can be recorded/ NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM50 (supplied) viewed Image size No. of Battery life Continuous shooting Approx. 230 min. The tables show the approximate number of images (min.) *4) Shooting continuously at 160×112 image images and the battery life that can be recorded/ size 2560×1920 Approx. 3000 Approx. 210 viewed when you shoot images in normal mode with a fully charged battery
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Using an external power source Using your camera abroad Power sources 2 To wall outlet (wall socket) You can use your camera in any country or Jack cover area with the supplied AC power adaptor Power cord within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a (mains lead) commercially available AC plug adaptor DC plug [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet (wall socket) [b]. 1 AC-L10A/L10B AC power adaptor 1 2 , Open the jack cover and , Connect the power cord (mains connect
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Getting started Turning on/off your camera How to use the control button Auto power-off function POWER lamp If you do not operate the camera for about 800 400 200 three minutes during shooting or viewing or 100 AUTO when performing SET UP, the camera turns MODE off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. The auto power-off function only operates when the camera is operating TIFF VOICE POWER E-MAIL using a battery pack. The auto power-off EXP BRKTG switch BURST 3 NORMAL functi
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Getting started CLOCK SET Y/M/D CLOCK SET Y/M/D CLOCK SET Y/M/D M/D/Y M/D/Y M/D/Y D/M/Y D/M/Y D/M/Y 2003/: 7 / 4 10 30 OK 2002/: 1 / 1 12 00 OK OK 2003/: 1 / 1 12 00 PM AM AM CANCEL CANCEL CANCEL OK OK OK 4 5 6 , Select the year, month, day, , Set the numeric value with v/V , Select [OK] with B on the hour or minute item you want on the control button, then control button, then press z. to set with b/B on the control press z to enter it. The date and time are entered and the clock button
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Shooting still images Setting the still image size 2560 2560×1920 2560 (3 : 2) 2048×1536 1280×960 640 × 480 2560 IMAGE SIZE MODE 2560×1920 2560 (3 : 2) 2560×1920 2048×1536 2560 (3 : 2) MENU 1280×960 2048×1536 1280×960 640 × 480 640 × 480 MODE MODE IMAGE SIZE 1 2 , Set the mode dial to and , Select (IMAGE SIZE) with b/ turn on the power, then press B on the control button, then MENU. select the desired image size with v/V. The menu appears. The image size is set. You can also carry out this
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Basic still image shooting (using auto adjustment mode) Mode dial 60min 640 101 96 0EV F5.6 30 Flashes green t Lights up 1 2 3 , Set the mode dial to , and , Hold the camera steadily with , Press and hold the shutter turn on the power. both hands and position the button halfway down. subject in the center of the Remove the lens cap. The beep sounds but the image is not yet focus frame. recorded. When the AE/AF lock indicator When the mode dial is set to , the focus, changes from flashing
