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NEX-F3
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Interchangeable Lens Preparing the camera
Digital Camera
Mastering the basic
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Using the recording
functions
Instruction Manual
Using the playback
functions
E-mount
Checking the functions
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English Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-F3 Serial No. ______________________________ Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B Serial No. ______________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER -TO
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� Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. � Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. � Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. � Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. � Keep the battery pack dry. � Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. � Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ AC Adaptor Connect the AC Adaptor to the ne
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For Customers in the U.S.A. UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-F3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telepho
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The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For Customers in Europe [ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any se
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In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the
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Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ..............................................9 Identifying parts ................................................................10 Charging the battery pack ................................................15 Attaching/removing the lens .............................................19 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) .......................21 Turning on the camera and setting up the date ...............23 Mastering the b
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Functions available for each shooting mode ................... 60 Flash modes available...................................................... 61 Importing images to the computer Installing the software....................................................... 63 What you can do with the supplied software ................... 65 Creating a disc of movies................................................. 67 Others Checking the number of recordable images ................... 69 List of icons on the LCD
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Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera (page 8). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. �CD-ROM (1) x Common accessories – Application Software for � Camera (1) α camera � Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not – α Handbook supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) � Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) x NEX-F3D � E16 mm single focus lens (1)/Front * Multi
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Preparing the camera Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Flash B ON/OFF (Power) switch (23) C Shutter button (26) D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp E Lens release button (20) F Image sensor position mark 1) G Smart Accessory Terminal 2 2) H Microphone I Lens (19) J Mount When the lens is removed 3) K Image sensor 3) L Lens contacts 1) Accessories for the Smart Accessory Terminal can be also attached. 2) Do not cover this part during
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Preparing the camera A (flash pop-up) button (43) B (Playback) button (27) C MOVIE button (26) D Soft key A (31) E Soft key B (31) F Soft key C (31) G Control wheel (30) H LCD screen You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle, such as for a low-position shooting. Tilt the LCD screen upward about 180 degrees when you take a self- portrait. The 3-second delay self- timer is automatically selected in the default setting. I Speaker J Charge lamp K (USB) terminal L HDMI terminal (
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Preparing the camera A Battery cover (15) B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera. C Tripod receptacle � 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 screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. D Battery compartment (15) E Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). F Access lamp (22) G Me
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Preparing the camera x Lens E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-F3D) See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3D/ F3K/F3Y) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 13
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Preparing the camera E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-F3Y) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 14
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Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not use it. To avoid missing an opportunity to shoot, charge it again before you shoot. Set the power switch to OFF. 1 W
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Preparing the camera Close the cover. 4 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using 5 the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Charge lamp Power cord Lit: Charging (Mains lead) Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or The charge lamp lights orange, and charging temporarily stopped charging starts. because the temperature is � Set the power switch to OFF while outside the recommended charging the battery. If it is set t
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Preparing the camera charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF). � The charge lamp may flash quickly when the battery pack is used for the first time, or the battery pack has not been used for a long time. In such cases, remove the battery pack and re-insert it, then charge the battery pack. � Do not try to charge the battery pack again right after it has been charged, or when it has not been used after being charged. Doing so will affect the p
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Preparing the camera and the camera. The camera 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. – We do not guarantee operation with all computers. No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer, a modified computer, or charging via a USB hub. You may not be able to operate the camera properly, depending on the types of USB devices you are using at the same time. z
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Preparing the camera x Removing the battery pack Turn off the camera, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and pull out the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Access lamp Attaching/removing the lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens. If the cap or the packaging lid 1 is attached, remove it from the camera or the lens. � Quickly change the lens somewhere aw
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Preparing the camera While pushing the lens lightly 3 toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. � Be sure to put the lens on straight. Notes � When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. � Do not use force when attaching a lens. � The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor. x Removing the lens Press the lens rel
