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Husqvarna 96045002200 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. te 8 9 1 11 1 Microphone 14 Speaker 2 Auto lock Accessory shoe 99 15 Image sensor position 3 MENU button 49 mark 87 4 Viewfinder 39 16 D RANGE Dynamic range button 107 5 Eyepiece sensors 39 a 17 For shooting AEL AE lock 6 Diopter adjustment dial 29 button 78 100 7 LCD monitor 42 121 127 For viewing Zoom in 8 Light sensor 153 button 124 9 gt Playback button 121 18 For shooting Exposure button 101 10 Access lamp 22 12 13 For shooting Focus Magnifier button 91 150 For viewing f Delete button 132 MOVIE button 81 FINDER LCD button 39 154 19 For viewing Q Zoom out button 124 iaJ Image index button 125 For shooting Fn Function button 47 48 For viewing Image rotation button 123 15 eiawed ay Hunedald 2 Control button When the menu is turned on A V lt 4 gt button 46 When the menu is turned off DISP Display 40 121 WB White balance 112 x Drive 116 ISO 106 Control button Enter 46 AF button 89 Do not directly touch these parts KK 16 Do not cover this part during movie recording A o N D
2. foreground and background are all in A focus e You cannot check the blurring of an g Ei dg image on the LCD monitor or in the a oo a viewfinder Check the recorded image a and adjust the aperture 1 250 F35 21b i Aperture F number 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the x subject The shutter speed is automatically a o ogo E a adjusted to obtain correct exposure EY iat e When the camera judges that the proper jae iB 1 250 F3 5 exposure is not obtained with the T selected aperture value the shutter Shutter speed speed flashes In such cases adjust the aperture again Shooting techniques e The shutter speed may become slower depending on the aperture value When the shutter speed is slower use a tripod e To blur the background more use a telephoto lens or a lens that is equipped with a smaller aperture value bright lens e You can check the approximate blurring of the image before recording using the preview button Note e Press the button when you shoot with the flash However the flash range differs according to the aperture value When you shoot with the flash check the flash range page 98 73 safew Guljooys To check blurring of the background Preview button The LCD monitor and the viewfinder shows an image captured with the widest aperture The change in aperture affects the sharpness of the subject image creating a discrepancy between
3. Note e The Magnifier and Magnifying Eyepiece cannot be used with this camera 31 eiawed ay Hunedald Checking the number of recordable images Once you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to ON the number of images that can be recorded should you continue to shoot using the current settings is displayed on the screen Notes e When 0 the number of recordable images flashes in yellow the memory card is full Replace the memory card with another one or delete images in the current memory card page 132 e When NO CARD the number of recordable images flashes in yellow it means no memory card has been inserted Insert a memory card The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used Image Size L 16M SLT A55 A55V L 14M SLT A33 Image Aspect Ratio 3 2 Memory Stick PRO Duo SLT A55 A55V Units Images Capacity 9gB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB Standard 386 781 1587 3239 6406 Fine 270 548 1116 2279 4510 RAW amp JPEG 74 154 319 657 1304 RAW 106 220 452 928 1840 32 SLT A33 Units Images se Capacity 9gB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB Standard 433 875 1778 3626 7172 Fine 305 618
4. REMOTE terminal e When connecting the RM S1AM RM L1AM Remote Commander sold separately to the camera insert the plug of the Remote Commander into the REMOTE terminal aligning the guide of the plug with the guide of the REMOTE terminal Make sure that the cord of the Remote Commander faces forward Hooks for shoulder strap 30 HDMI terminal 134 USB terminal 165 Microphone jack e When an external microphone is connected the internal microphone is turned off automatically When the external microphone is a plug in power type the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera Tripod receptacle N 100 Ke e 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 Memory card insertion slot 20 Battery memory card cover 20 Connection plate cover For using the AC PW20 AC Adaptor sold separately Be careful not to catch the cord of the AC Adaptor in the cover when you close the cover 17 esawes ay Hunedald 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
5. RangeOptimizer Off Does not use the DRO Auto HDR functions DG D By dividing the image into small areas the camera analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation 13 Auto HDR Shoots three images with different exposures and then overlays correctly exposed image the bright areas of an under exposed image and the dark areas of an over exposed image to create an image with rich gradation Two images are recorded an image with the correct exposure and an overlaid image 1 D RANGE button pum D RangeOptimizer 2 Select an optimal level with lt gt on the control button 9 Auto Corrects the brightness automatically Da Level Optimizes the gradations of a recorded image in each area of the image Select the optimal level between Lv1 weak and Lv5 strong Lv_ displayed with PIHI is the step currently selected 107 uonauny Hurjooys ay Husn Notes The setting is fixed to Off when Sunset Night View Night Portrait or Hand held Twilight is selected in Scene Selection The setting is fixed to Auto when other modes are selected in Scene Selection e When shooting with the D Range optimizer the image may be noisy Select the proper level by checking the recorded image especially when you enhance the effect 1 D RANGE button
6. D Night View Shoots night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings The shutter speed is slower so using a tripod is recommended The picture may not be taken properly when shooting a wholly dark night scene 64 2W Hand held Twilight Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod A burst of shots are taken and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur camera shake and noise e Reducing blur is less effective even in Hand held Twilight when shooting Subjects with erratic movement Subjects are too close to the camera Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles and subjects with little contrast such as sky sandy beach or lawn Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls e In the case of Hand held Twilight block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers such as fluorescent lighting Night Portrait Shoots portraits in night scenes The shutter speed is slower so using a tripod is recommended Shooting technique e When you want finer images set the mode dial to P A S or M and use the creative style function page 110 In such cases you can adjust the exposure ISO etc Notes e Since the camera judges the settings automatically many features will be unavailable such as exposure compensation ISO setting The flash is set
7. Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Duo Memory STICK Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick Micro MagicGate and MaeicGate are trademarks of Sony Corporation InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation PhotoTV HD is a trademark of Sony Corporation AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation Blu ray Disc and the logo are trademarks Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Microsoft Windows DirectX and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc PowerPC is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation in the United States 177 S13410 Intel Intel Core MMX and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation SDXC SDHC Logo are trademarks of SD 3C LLC Eye Fi is a trademark of Eye Fi Inc MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc Adobe is a registered trademark or a tra
8. To set up the camera directly from the recording information screen Turn the control dial without pressing the center in step 2 You can set up the 4 camera directly from the recording a information screen White Balance Pak awe Auto WB ea kig 4 Select Change _ More 41 uoljesado 1no 310 3g The functions selected by the Fn Function button Scene Selection 63 Selects an appropriate mode from among the Scene Selection preset settings to suit shooting conditions Sweep Shooting 66 Switches between Sweep Panorama and 3D Sweep Panorama Drive Mode 116 Sets the shooting mode to single shot adv continuous adv self timer bracket shooting etc Flash Mode 96 Sets the flash mode to Autoflash Fill flash Flash Off etc Autofocus Mode 88 Selects the method for focusing according to movement of the subject AF area 89 Selects the area of focus Face Detection 93 Automatically captures people s face s with the optimal focus and exposure Smile Shutter 94 Camera shoots when a smile is detected 1SO 106 Sets the sensitivity to light The larger the number the faster the shutter speed Metering Mode 105 Selects the method for measuring brightness Flash Compensation 103 Adjusts the intensity of flash output direction increases brightness of subject and the direction incr
9. SLT A55 A55V Units hour minute second Capacity File format 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB Size AoD 1920x 0 14 00 0 28 30 0 58 10 1 58 50 3 55 20 MP4 1440 x 1080 0 20 40 0 41 40 1 24 40 2 52 30 5 41 00 MP4 VGA 1 15 10 2 31 10 5 06 20 10 23 50 20 33 00 SLT A33 Units hour minute second Capacity File format 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB Size oe 0 14 00 0 28 30 0 58 10 1 58 50 3 55 20 MP4 1440 x 1080 0 20 40 0 41 40 1 24 40 2 52 30 5 41 00 MP4 VGA 1 15 10 2 31 10 5 06 20 10 23 50 20 33 00 Notes The values shown are not the continuous recording time e Recording time may depend on shooting conditions and the memory card used e When is indicated stop recording the movie The temperature inside the camera has increased to an unacceptable level e For details on movie playback see page 122 83 safew uoys e Each continuous recording time value indicated is depending on the temperature or status of the camera e The recording time is longer when you disable the SteadyShot function that calls for using a tripod or a similar device Each continuous recording time limit indicated for a movie is available for about nine minutes SLT A55 A55V or for about 11 minutes SLT A33 at a room temperature of 20 C 68 F When you disable the SteadyShot function it is available for about 29 minutes SLT A55 A55V A33 e If 4 is indicated or the camera is
10. Interval 125 3 sec Slide Show Repeat 125 Off 157 dnjas snoA fuibueyy Items Reset to Specify Printing Date Imprint 173 Off Volume Settings 122 2 Playback Display 121 Auto Rotate Memory Card Tool menu Items Reset to File Number 145 Series Folder Name 145 Standard Form Setup menu Items Reset to LCD Brightness 153 Auto Viewfinder Bright 153 Auto GPS Settings GPS On Off 138 On SLT A5S5V only GPS Settings GPS Auto Time Cor On 140 SLT A55V only Power Save 151 1 Min CTRL FOR HDMI 136 On Help Guide Display 151 On Upload Settings 147 On USB Connection 165 Mass Storage Audio signals 151 On Demo Mode 152 Off 158 Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD ROM supplied to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera e Sony Image Data Suite Image Data Converter SR Image Data Lightbox SR e PMB Picture Motion Browser Note e PMB is not compatible with Macintosh computers Recommended computer environment Windows The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection OS pre installed Microsoft Windows XP SP3 Windows Vista SP2 Windows 7 PMB CPU Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster
11. Selects the status of the recording information display on the LCD monitor either For Live View or For viewfinder Auto Review 154 Displays the captured image after shooting Sets auto review Auto Cont Advance 62 Sets whether or not to shoot continuously in AUTO mode Auto Image Extract 62 Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in AUTO mode 51 uoljesado 1no 310439 Playback menu Oo b 2 w 9 a Delete 132 Deletes images Still Movie Select 122 Switches between the still image playback screen and the movie playback screen Slide Show 125 Shows a slide show Image Index 125 Displays the image list 3D Viewing 135 Plays back 3D images using a 3D compatible TV connected to the camera Protect 131 Protects or cancels protection for an image Specify Printing 172 Specifies or unspecifies the images for DPOF O 8 b12 a 9 a Volume Settings 122 Sets the volume for movie playback Select Folder 121 Changes the folder for images to play back Select Date 123 Displays images from another date Playback Display 121 Sets how to play back an image recorded in portrait 52 Memory Card Tool menu ao Oo O lea CS Format 146 Formats the memory card File Number 145 Sets the m
12. e The margin of error can be up to several hundred meters depending on surrounding buildings weak GPS signals etc e Your camera cannot receive a GPS signal Previously triangulated location information may be used in the present location instead Check the triangulation status with the GPS indicator displayed on the screen during shooting page 138 It takes time to triangulate although GPS assist data has been taken in e Date Time Setup is not set or set time is shifted greatly Set the date and time correctly page 28 e The term of validity of assist data has expired Update the GPS assist data page 139 e As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all depending on the location and time you use the camera e GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees etc Use the camera in open sky environments The location information has not been recorded e Use PMB to import the movies with GPS location information to your computer You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera e Check Using with your computer page 159 184 Your computer does not recognize your camer
13. e Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation e For detailed notes on the GPS feature see page 196 138 The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened by taking in GPS assist data If the camera connects to the computer that the supplied PMB software has been installed the GPS assist data can be updated automatically To check the state of GPS assist data MENU button gt amp 1 GPS Settings Use GPS Assist Data To delete GPS assist data MENU button gt amp 1 GPS Settings Delete GPS Ass Data Notes e The computer is required to connect to the Internet when updating data e If the term of validity of assist data has run out the time until you can record location information cannot be shortened It is recommended that you update the assist data regularly The expiration date of the assist data is about 30 days If Date Time Setup is not set or set time is shifted greatly the time for the GPS acquiring location information cannot be shortened e The assist data service may be closed for various reasons To update the GPS assist data by inserting a memory card into the computer Start up GPS Support Tool from g PMB Launcher select the memory card drive from your computer and then update the GPS assist data Insert the memory card that has been updated into the camera 139 dn as anoA Guibueyy Your camera maintains correc
14. Focus indicator lights up page 86 e Waiting until the mil SteadyShot scale indicator is low makes the SteadyShot function more effective Tse ocus indicator il SteadyShot scale indicato 6 Press the shutter button fully ay down to shoot Note e Since the camera turns on the automatic setting function many features will be unavailable such as exposure compensation ISO setting If you want to adjust various settings set the mode dial to P then shoot your subject 60 The camera recognizes and evaluates the shooting condition and appropriate settings are set automatically The camera saves one appropriate image by combining or separating images as necessary 1 Set the mode dial to auTo Auto 2 Point the camera towards the subject When the camera recognizes and adjusts for shooting conditions the following information is indicated recognized scene mode mark appropriate shooting function the number of images to be shot Recognized scene mode mark Portrait 3 Shot Adv Shooting function Number of images to be shot 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject The camera shoots with the automatically selected settings Scene recognized by the camera 2 Night View 2W Hand held Twilight a amp Landscape gA Backlight Portrait Fi Portrait E Tripod Night View Backlight YY Macro amp Night Portrait Shoot
15. For shooting images in black and white monotone 110 Q Contrast Saturation and F Sharpness can be adjusted for each Creative Style item Q Contrast The higher the value selected the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated thus making an impact on an image Saturation The higher the value selected the more vivid the color When a lower value is selected the color of the image is restrained and subdued D Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness The higher the value selected the more the contours are accentuated and the lower the value selected the more the contours are softened Notes When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection Creative Style is fixed to Standard and you cannot select other settings When Black amp White is selected you cannot adjust the saturation The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called color space You can change the color space depending on your purpose MENU button gt f 2 Color Space Select the desired setting sRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera Use sRGB in normal shooting such as when you intend to print out the images without any modification AdobeRGB This has a wide range of color reproduction When a large part of the subject is vivid green or red Adobe RGB is effective e The file n
16. Shooting techniques e The following settings that were set during still image shooting are used without change White Balance Creative Style Exposure compensation AF area Metering mode e Exposure compensation can be used during movie recording e Start recording after you adjust the focus e When AF area is set to Local you can change the AF area during shooting Notes The angle of view of movies is narrower than that of still images After you press the MOVIE button the camera shows the actual range to be recorded SLT A33 only e The Face Detection function cannot be used e When Display Rec Data is set to For viewfinder the LCD monitor is switched to the recording information display at the moment movie recording starts Do not shoot a strong light source such as the sun The internal mechanism of the camera may be damaged e When you import AVCHD movies to a computer use PMB page 165 81 safew uoys e When you continue to shoot for a long time the temperature of the camera rises and the image quality may deteriorate e When the 4 mark is indicated the temperature of the camera is too high Turn the camera off and wait until the temperature of the camera drops If you continue to shoot the camera is turned off automatically To change the movie file format MENU button fa 1 Movie File Format Select the desired format AVCHD This file format is suitab
17. media and Memory Stick PRO media Unavailable with your camera 1 This is equipped with MagicGate function MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology Data recording playback that requi MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera 2 Supports high speed data transfer using a parallel interface 3 When using Memory Stick PRO Duo media to record movies only those marked with Mark2 can be used Notes on using Memory Stick Micro media sold separately e This product is compatible with Memory Stick Micro media M2 M2 is an abbreviation for Memory Stick Micro media e To use a Memory Stick Micro media with the camera be sure to ins the Memory Stick Micro media into an M2 Adaptor as large as of res ert Duo size If you insert a Memory Stick Micro media into the camera without an M2 Adaptor as large as of Duo size you might not be able to remove it from the camera e Do not leave the Memory Stick Micro media within the reach of small children They might accidentally swallow it eiawed ay Hunedald Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens When changing the lens quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera 2 Mount the lens by alignin
18. 1 Turn off both your camera andthe To the HDMI TV and connect the camera tothe connector TV HOM cable sold separately To the HDMI terminal 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input e See also the operating instructions supplied with the TV 3 Turn on the camera Images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen Select the desired image with lt gt on the control button The LCD monitor on the camera does not turned on Control button Notes e Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo Use an HDMI mini connector on one end for the camera and a connector suitable for connection to your TV on the other end e Some devices may not work properly 134 Do not connect the output connector of the device with the HDMI terminal on the camera This may cause a malfunction On PhotoTV HD This camera is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard By connecting Sony s PhotoTV HD compatible devices using an HDMI cable a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality PhotoTV HD allows for a highly detailed photo like expression of subtle textures and colors On lt BRAVIA gt Photo Map This camera is compatible with the lt BRAVIA gt Photo Map standard By connecting the camera to a TV that supports lt BRAVIA gt Photo Map using a USB cable you can display the shooting location on the map when th
19. AUTO or Scene Selection mode the flash automatically pops up if the amount of light is insufficient or the subject is backlit The built in flash does not pop up even if you press the button 3 After the flash has finished charging shoot the subject Flashing The flash is being charged When the indicator flashes you cannot release the shutter Lit The flash has been charged and is ready to fire Flash charging indicator When you press the shutter button halfway down under dark lighting in autofocus mode the flash may be fired to help focus on a subject AF Illuminator is indicated only in the recording information display For Live View mode 96 Flash Off Does not fire even the built in flash pops up if Autoflash Fires if it is dark or against light 4 Fill flash Fires every time you trigger the shutter 4 Slow Sync Fires every time you trigger the shutter Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed ng Rear Sync Fires right before the exposure is completed everytime you trigger the shutter 4 Wireless Fires an external flash sold separately that is off the camera and away from it Wireless flash shooting Shooting techniques e The lens hood sold separately may block the light of the flash Remove the lens hood when using the flash e When usi
20. Date Time Setup To set up the area again You can set the area where you are using the camera This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad MENU button 1 Area Setting Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off or the battery is installed or not For details see page 192 Adjusting the focus of the finder diopter adjustment Adjust the diopter adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder e Training the camera on a light allows you to adjust the diopter easily Note The dioptic adjustment attachment sold separately cannot be used with this camera 29 eiawed ay Hunedald Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap and eyecup The other accessories are described in the following pages e Rechargeable battery pack page 18 e Battery charger page 18 e Power cord mains lead not supplied in the U S A and Canada page 18 e USB cable page 165 e CD ROM page 161 Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera 30 When attaching the FDA A1AM Angle Finder sold separately to the camera remove the eyecup Carefully slide the eyecup off by pushing on each side of the eyecup e Put your fingers under the eyecup and slide it upward
21. For playing editing the High Definition movies Intel Core Duo 1 66 GHz or faster Intel Core 2 Duo 1 66 GHz or faster Memory 512 MB or more For playing editing the High Definition movies 1 GB or more Hard Disk Disk space required for installation approximately 500 MB Display Screen resolution 1024 x 768 dots or more Image Data CPU Memory Pentium 4 or faster 1 GB or more Converter SR Ver 3 Display 1024 x 768 dots or more Image Data Lightbox SR 64 bit editions and Starter Edition are not supported Windows Image Mastering API IMAPI Ver 2 0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs 2 Starter Edition is not supported 159 Jayndwoo e uo safew Guimai The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection OS pre installed USB Connection Mac OS X v10 3 10 4 10 5 10 6 Image Data Converter SR Ver 3 Image Data Lightbox SR Mac OS X v10 4 10 5 10 6 Snow Leopard Image Data CPU Power PC G4 G5 series 1 0 GHz or faster is Converter SR Ver 3 recommended Intel Core Solo Core Duo Core 2 Duo or Image Data faster Lightbox SR Memory 1 GB or more is recommended Display 1024 x 768 dots or more Notes e Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi boot environment e If you connect two
22. co Auto HDR 2 Select an optimal level with lt gt on the control button amp Auto Exposure Corrects the exposure difference automatically Diff j Exposure Sets the exposure difference based on the contrast of the Difference Level subject Select the optimal level between 1 0Ev weak and 6 0Ev strong For example When 2 0Ev is selected three images are overlaid an image with 1 0Ev an image with the correct exposure and an image with 1 0Ev _Ev displayed with GEM is the step currently selected Shooting technique e Since the shutter is released three times for one shot be careful about the following Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not blink Do not recompose Notes e You cannot use this function on RAW images e When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection you cannot select Auto HDR 108 e You cannot select Auto HDR during Smile Shutter If you turn on the Smile Shutter function with Auto HDR selected the camera will temporarily use with the DRO setting e You cannot start the next shoot until the capture process is completed after you shoot e You may not obtain a desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting conditions e When the flash is used this function has little effect e When the contrast of the scene is low or when camera shake or subject b
23. computer 3 Remove the CD ROM after the installation is complete The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop Image Data Converter SR Image Data Lightbox SR PMB PMB Launcher PMB Help Notes If PMB has already been installed on the computer and the version number of the previously installed PMB is lower than that of the PMB on the CD ROM supplied install PMB also from the CD ROM supplied 161 Jayndwoo e uo safew Guimai If PMB has already been installed on the computer and the version of the previously installed PMB is higher than that of the PMB on the CD ROM supplied installation is not required The usable functions are activated when the camera is connected to the computer using the USB cable e If a version of PMB under 5 0 00 has been installed on your computer you may be unable to use some functions of those PMB when installing the PMB from the supplied CD ROM Also PMB Launcher is installed from the supplied CD ROM and you can start PMB or other software by using the PMB Launcher Double click the PMB Launcher short cut icon on the computer screen to start PMB Launcher Log on as Administrator 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer and insert the CD ROM supplied into the CD ROM drive 2 Double click the CD ROM icon 3 Copy the IDS_I
24. indicator changes to or below The AF area where the focus has been confirmed turns green AF area Focus indicator Shooting technique To select the AF area used for focusing set up AF area page 89 Focus indicator Focus indicator Status lit Focus locked Ready to shoot lit Focus is confirmed Focal point moves following a moving subject Ready to shoot lit Still focusing You cannot release the shutter flashing Cannot focus The shutter is locked Subjects that may require special focusing Using the autofocus it is hard to focus on the following subjects In such cases use the focus lock shooting feature page 87 or manual focus page 90 e A subject that is low in contrast such as blue sky or a white wall e Two subjects at different distances overlapping in the AF area e A subject that is composed of repeating patterns such as the facade of a building e A subject that is very bright or glittering such as the sun the body of an automobile or the surface of water e Ambient light is not sufficient 86 To measure the exact distance to the subject The mark located on the top of the camera shows the location of the image sensor When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject refer to the position of the horizontal line The image sensor is the part of the camera that acts as the film Note e If
25. y Slight Smile Normal Smile and Big Smile 94 Shooting techniques e To focus on the smile overlay the Face Detection frame and AF area e Do not cover the eyes with bangs etc Keep the eyes narrowed e Do not obscure the face with a hat a mask sunglasses etc e Try to orient the face in front of the camera and keep it as level as possible e Hold a clear smile with an open mouth The smile is easier to detect when the teeth are showing e If you press the shutter button while the Smile Shutter function is activated the camera shoots the image and then returns to Smile Shutter Notes e When the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama or Continuous Advance Priority AE the Smile Shutter function cannot be used e The drive mode is automatically set to Single shot Adv e The AF illuminator does not work with the Smile Shutter function e If the camera does not detect a smile change the settings for Smile Detection Sensitivity e Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the shooting conditions 95 uorj9uny Bunooys ay usn Using the flash In a dark location using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly and it also helps to prevent camera shake When shooting into the sun you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject 1 Fn button 5 Flash Mode Select the desired setting 2 Press the 4 button 4 button The flash pops up In AUTO
26. 00 0 eee 70 75 Shutter speed priority 000 75 Single shot AF s sssseseeeeeeeeeeeeee 88 Slide show iiinn 125 SlOW SYNC 4 sssxsssedeonseainicsned 96 Specifications Sports Action xapu Sweep Panorama 4 66 142 Sweep Shooting 0 0 66 U USB connection ccceeeeees 165 V VEIO e AEE 155 Viewfinder 39 154 Viewing image 121 Viewing images on a TV screen OEE AENEA T 134 W White balance c cece 112 White balance bracket 119 Wireless flash cccceeeseeeeeeee 99 Wireless Remote Commander e A ai 120 202 Notes on the License C Library Expat zlib dtoa pcre and libjpeg software are provided in the camera We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications we have an obligation to inform you of the following Please read the following sections Read licensel pdf in the License folder on the CD ROM You will find licenses in English of C Library Expat zlib dtoa pcre and libjpeg software SLT A55 A55V A33 IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO i ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD AVC VIDEO AND OR ii DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODE
27. 1258 2569 5083 RAW amp JPEG 84 176 362 745 1478 RAW 122 251 514 1054 2089 When Image Aspect Ratio is set to 16 9 you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above except when RAW is selected The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows when you use the camera with the battery pack supplied at full capacity Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use With the flash SLT A55 SLT A55V SLT A33 LCD monitor mode Approx 390 Approx 380 Approx 340 images images images Viewfinder mode Approx 350 Approx 330 Approx 270 images images images Without the flash SLT A55 SLT A55V SLT A33 LCD monitor mode Approx 450 Approx 430 Approx 380 images images images Viewfinder mode Approx 380 Approx 370 Approx 290 images images images The number is calculated with a battery pack at full capacity and in the following situation At an ambient temperature of 25 C 77 F Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo media sold separately 33 eiawed ay Hunedald Image Quality is set to Fine Autofocus Mode is set to Automatic AF Shooting once every 30 seconds The power turns on and off once every ten times GPS On Off is set to On e About
28. 2010 04 05 Note The movie folder form is fixed as folder number ANVO1 145 dn as anoA Guibueyy You can create a folder in a memory card for recording images A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number currently used and the folder becomes the current recording folder A folder for still images and a folder for movies are created at the same time MENU button 1 New Folder Notes e When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into the camera and shoot images a new folder may be automatically created e Up to 4 000 images can be stored in a folder When the folder capacity is exceeded a new folder is created automatically When a standard form folder is selected and there are two or more folders you can select the recording folder to be used to record images MENU button 1 Select REC Folder Select the desired folder Notes e You cannot select the folder when you select the setting Date Form e You cannot select the folder for movies Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a memory card including protected images MENU button 1 Format Enter Notes During the format the access lamp lights up Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit e Format the memory card using the camera If you format it on a computer the memory card may not be usable with the camera depe
29. F2 8 F4 0 F5 6 ISO 100 1 3 6m 3 3 12 1 2 5m 3 3 8 2 1 18m 3 3 59 setting feet feet feet 200 1 5 1m 3 3 17 1 3 5m 3 12 1 2 5 m 3 3 8 3 feet feet feet 400 1 4 7 1 m 4 7 23 1 5 m 3 3 16 1 3 6 m 3 3 12 feet feet feet 800 2 10 m 6 6 33 1 4 7 1 m 4 6 23 1 5 1 m 3 3 17 feet feet feet The AF illuminator AF illuminator does not operate when Autofocus Mode is set to G9 Continuous AF or the subject is moving in EGY Automatic AF The or indicator lights The AF illuminator may not operate with focal lengths of 300 mm or longer e When an external flash sold separately that is equipped with an AF illuminator is attached the AF illuminator of the external flash is used AF illuminator does not operate when Smile Shutter is set to On To deactivate the AF illuminator MENU button my 2 AF Illuminator Off To use the red eye reduction The red eye reduction reduces the red eye phenomenon by providing pre flash low flash light a few times before shooting when using the flash MENU button 1 Red Eye Reduction gt On 98 Performing wireless flash shooting With a flash that has a wireless shooting function sold separately you can shoot with the flash without a cord even when the flash is not attached to the camera By changing the position of the flash you can shoot an image with a three dimensional feel by highlighting the co
30. HDR image warning 108 1 125 Shutter speed 75 F3 5 Aperture 72 1 0200 ISO sensitivity 106 3 7 File number total number of images a Playback w Playback bar 5 40 Counter 3 Display Indication i Volume 128 4 1100 0003 Ci FINE Om DPOF3 07100 So E 1125 F3 5 1s0200 2 2 03 03 C 35mm Ga 5500KM1 TDA k 2010 1 1 10 37PM 3 7 1 2 Display Indication Display Indication Ku i Memory card 20 m Histogram 102 B Still image AUTO Exposure mode 59 80 i fi CH 83 SLT AS5 A55V 100 0003 ea file number PA SLT A33 SM a 24 Cr Cw Cs Image size of still images 2 CN Et Em ES 141 Aspect ratio of still Yad WIDE images 143 Image size STD of panoramic images 1 125 Shutter speed 75 16 9 142 F3 5 Aperture 72 EG STD 180200 ISO sensitivity 106 ED WIDE 7 7 7 0 3 Exposure compensation RAW Image quality of still 101 images 143 RNE 0 3 Flash compensation 103 STD Metering mode 105 on Protect 131 35mm Focal length 176 DPOF3 DPOF set 172 mat wat Creative Style 110 WA Remaining battery Eor Manat warning 22 Smet EWF r77 100 Remaining battery 22 AWB 241 White balance Auto i 5500K M1 Preset Color SFULL ERROR Database file full 190 temperature Color filt
31. SLT A55 A55V pul T Hy PA T SLT A33 SM 2 2W Image size of movies Joa iVGA 142 g AA 100 Remaining battery 22 u4 Overheating warning cl Memory card 20 190 100 Remaining number of Su Sm Database file full 190 recordable images 32 Database file error 190 Cr Cm Cs Image size of still images iy c hake warni Et Em Es 141 Aspect ratio of still 6h ora ye E IWIDE images 143 Image size 2 STD of panoramic images Lor No audio recording of 16 9 142 movies 82 EP STD EP WIDE 42 Display Indication Indication Mil XO NO MY GPS triangulating status 138 SLT A55V only Display be val ee AF area 89 NX XM Menon 2 Display Indication Spot metering area 105 08 dp Bo AF area 89 EE Shutter speed indicator 75 eae Aperture indicator 72 3 Display Indication REC 0 12 Recording time of the movie m s ey arr Face Detection 93 ore Smile Shutter 94 Quy Son Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator 94 4 5 Display Indication So m ISO sensitivity 106 Metering 105 2 0 Flash compensation 103 e 0 Focus 86 White balance Auto Preset Custom Color temperature Color filter 1 250 Shutter speed 75 7500K G9 112 F3 5 Aperture 72 om D Range Optimizer y
32. When you look into the viewfinder the FINDER LCD button viewfinder mode is activated and when you take your face away from the viewfinder the screen mode returns to the LCD monitor mode You can also switch the screen mode using the FINDER LCD button Viewfinder LCD monitor To focus on a subject quickly using the viewfinder When you look into the viewfinder the subject located in the AF area comes into focus automatically Eye Start AF MENU button lt 1 Eye Start AF 0n When the FDA A1AM Angle Finder sold separately is attached to the camera setting Eye Start AF to Off is recommended because the eyepiece sensors located below the viewfinder may be activated 39 uoljesado sno asojag Each time you press DISP on the control button the recording information display changes as follows The status of the screen in the viewfinder changes as follows Recording information on For Live View is skipped Graphic Display Recording Recording Digital level gauge information on information off on For Live View Eio FNE ED cow re To Digital level gauge The digital level gauge of this camera The digital level gauge indicates whether Horizontal direction the camera is level in both the horizontal and front back directions When the camera is level in both directions the indicator turns to green Front back direction Notes The error of the digital level g
33. accurate white balance because of the characteristics of the light source Use the flash in such cases WB on the control button Select the desired setting e When AWB is not selected you can fine tune the color tone with lt gt Adjusting it toward turns the image reddish and adjusting it toward turns the image bluish 112 AWB Auto WB The camera automatically detects a light source and adjusts the color tones 3 Daylight If you select an option to suit a specific light source the color fx Shade tones are adjusted for the light source preset white balance Cloudy Q Incandescent 3 Fluorescent W Flash Shooting techniques e Use the white balance bracket function if you cannot get the desired color in the selected option page 119 When you select 5500K Color Temp or 0 Color Filter you can adjust the value to the desired value below e When you select Custom you can register your setting page 114 WEB on the control button 5500K Color Temp or 0 Color Filter To set the color temperature select the value with lt gt e To set the color filter select the compensation direction with lt gt Note Since color meters are designed for film cameras the values differ under fluorescent sodium lamp mercury lamps We recommend that you use the custom white balance or do a test shooting 113 uonauny Bunooys a
34. and ISO sensitivity when AUTO is selected to perform the compensation If the flash is used the amount of flash light is also changed However flash compensation only changes the amount of flash light MENU button gt 2 Flash control Select the desired setting ADI flash This method controls the lighting of the flash factoring in the focus distance information and light metering data from the pre flash This method enables an accurate flash compensation with virtually no effect from the reflection off the subject Pre flash TTL This method controls the amount of flash light depending on the data only from pre flash light metering This method is susceptible to the reflection off the subject ADI Advanced Distance Integration TTL Through the lens e When ADI flash is selected using a lens that is provided with a distance encoder feature can perform more accurate flash compensation by using more accurate distance information 104 Notes When the distance between the subject and the external flash sold separately cannot be determined wireless flash shooting using an external flash sold separately shooting with an off camera flash using a cable shooting with a macro twin flash etc the camera automatically selects Pre flash TTL mode e Select Pre flash TTL in the following cases as the camera cannot perform flash compensations with ADI flash A wide panel is attached to th
35. can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information For compatibility with Exif information consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software e When you print images at a shop images can be printed with the date if you ask them to do so 186 Others The lens gets fogged e Moisture condensation has occurred Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using it page 192 The message Set Area Date Time appears when you turn on the camera e The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack Charge the battery pack and set the date again pages 28 192 If the date setting is lost every time the battery pack is charged consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility The number of recordable images does not decrease or decreases two at a time e This is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on the image when you shoot a JPEG image page 143 The setting is reset without the resetting operation e The battery pack was removed when the power switch was set to ON When removing the battery pack make sure the camera is turned off and the access lamp is not lit pages 15 20 The camera does not work properly e Turn off the camera Remove the battery pack and insert it again If the camera is hot remove the battery pack and allow it to co
36. cancel the self timer Press amp on the control button direction direction Bracket shooting allows you to shoot several images each with different degrees of exposure Specify the value of deviation steps from the base exposure and the camera shoots three images while automatically shifting the exposure Press and hold the shutter button until the shooting stops When the flash is fired flash bracket shooting is used to shift the amount of flash light To shoot press the shutter button shot by shot 1 amp amp on the control button gt c Bracket Cont Select the desired bracket step 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject The base exposure is set at the first shot in the bracket e Press and hold the shutter button until recording stops In flash bracket shooting press the shutter button three times Notes e When the mode dial is set to M the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed e When you adjust the exposure the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value The bracket cannot be used when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection 118 The EV scale in bracket shooting Ambient light bracket 0 3 steps three shots Exposure compensation 0 Flash bracket 0 7 steps three shots Flash compensation 1 0 LCD monitor Viewfinder wy 21111101111124 Y 21111101111124 LCD moni
37. darker when you shift it to the side Adjust in the Base exposure Adjust in the direction 101 uonauny Hurjooys ay Huisy 1 Press the A button button xe a AQ j ots 2 pana 2 Adjust the exposure with the control dial o H o Toward over Brightens an image oo ooo oo Toward under Darkens an image Qa 90 1125 Eoi Standard exposure 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject Shooting techniques e Adjust the compensation level by checking the recorded image e Using bracket shooting you can shoot multiple images with the exposure shifted to the plus or minus sides page 118 Note e This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection To shoot while checking the screen using the histogram The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels 3 of a particular brightness exist in the S picture zE 2 P Dark Light 102 MENU button 2 Histogram 0n e Instead of the Graphic Display the histogram is displayed after you press DISP on the control button several times The exposure compensation will change the histogram accordingly The right illustration is an example Shooting with the exposure compensation on the positive side brightens the whole picture making the entire histogram shift to the bright side right side If the exposure compensati
38. e marked with an or amp mark must be used If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse Never use the plug without the fuse cover If you should lose the fuse cover please contact your nearest Sony service station Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure This camera has two modes for shooting the LCD monitor mode using the LCD monitor and the viewfinder mode using the viewfinder The recorded image may be different from the image you monitored before recording Notes on the functions available with the camera To check whether it is a 1080 60i compatible device or 1080 50i compatible device check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera 1080 60i compatible device 60i 1080 50i compatible device 50i You may feel uncomfortable symptoms such as eyestrain nausea or a tired feeling while watching 3D images recorded with the camera on 3D compatible monitors When you watch 3D images we recommend that you take a break at regular time intervals Since the need for or frequency of break times varies between individuals please set your own standards If you feel sick stop watching 3D images and consult a doctor as needed Also refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the software used with the camera A child s vision is always vulnerable especially for children under six years
39. e An unusable memory card is inserted page 20 185 S13410 You have formatted a memory card by mistake e All the data on the memory card are deleted by formatting You cannot restore it Cannot print images e RAW images cannot be printed To print RAW images first convert them to JPEG images using Image Data Converter SR on the supplied CD ROM The color of the image is strange e When you print the images recorded in Adobe RGB mode using sRGB printers that are not compatible with Adobe RGB DCF2 0 Exif2 21 the images are printed at a lower intensity level page 111 Images are printed with both edges cut off e Depending on your printer the left right top and bottom edges of the image may be cut off Especially when you print an image shot with the aspect ratio set to 16 9 the lateral end of the image may be cut off e When printing images using your own printer cancel the trimming or borderless settings Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not e When having images printed at a digital print shop ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges Cannot print images with the date e Using PMB you can print images with date page 163 This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images However because the images shot with the camera include information on the recording date you
40. e When the shutter speed is one second or more noise reduction Long Exposure NR will be done after shooting You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction e Press the button when you shoot with the flash However when using the flash if you close the aperture a larger F number by making the shutter speed slower the light of the flash will not reach distant subjects 76 This mode is suitable for Shooting with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture 1 Set the mode dial to M 2 Rotate the control dial to adjust the shutter speed and while pressing the 4 button rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture aly QO dae Aperture F number Shutter speed T1 safew Guljooys 3 Shoot the image after the exposure is set e Check the exposure value on the EV scale Metered Manual Toward Images become brighter Toward Images become darker The lt gt arrow appears if the set Standard value exposure is beyond the range of the EV scale The arrow starts flashing if the difference becomes greater When the camera is in M mode it will show an under or over compensation value based on the correct exposure using the index on the exposure compensation indicator Notes The a Camera shake warning indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode e When the mode dial is set to M the ISO setting AUTO
41. fully charged 1 Insert the battery pack onto the battery charger Push the battery pack until it clicks 2 Connect the battery charger to the For the U S A and Canada wall outlet wall socket Light on Charging Light off Charge completed The CHARGE lamp turns off when charging is finished e Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 C 77 F is about 250 minutes CHARGE lamp For countries regions other than the U S A and Canada CHARGE lamp gt Power cord mains lead 18 Notes e The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions e We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 to 30 C 50 to 86 F You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet wall socket 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 performance of the battery pack Do not charge any battery pack other than the InfoLITHIUM W series battery pack in the battery charger supplied with your camera Batteries other than the specified kind may leak overheat or explode if you attempt to charge them posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns When the CHARGE lamp flashes this may
42. image files e A JPEG file and an MPO are combined to create a 3D image If you erase one of these files from the computer the 3D image may not be played back properly e For details on the procedure used for viewing 3D images see pages 126 and 135 Index A Adobe RGB cece 111 AE Locks onneani 100 AEL button oo ee 150 AF af a ican onantelaass 89 AF illuminator 98 Ambient light 00 0 eee 119 Amount of exposure eeee 70 Anti dust function 0 00 0 36 Aperture ec scussseveeedicusseoeds 70 72 Aperture priority eee 72 Aperture value 12 Area Setting cece eee 29 Aspect ratio s 143 Audio signals cesses 151 Autofocus yenen 85 Autofocus mode ccceeeeeeeeee 88 AVCHD asoiy 195 B Battery pack uo 18 20 Bracket nenon irnn aars 118 BRAVIA SYNC 136 BULB shooting eceeeeeeeeees 79 Cc Center weighted 0 0 0 Charging battery pack Cleaning mode eeeeeeereeee Color filter ssrin Color Space cccecceeseseeeeeeees Color temperature 0 0 00 Compression ratio ceeeee Connection plate cover Continuous Advance Priority AE Continuous AF Continuous bracket 0 118 Continuous shooting 116 Contrast 5 0 chadisccteatitencieetes 110 Control button oo ee 46 Creative Style 110 CTRL FOR HDMI 136 Custom white balance 114 D Date imprint oe 173 Date Time s
43. mode e If you press the AF button in autofocus mode the Focus Magnifier function is canceled and the autofocus is activated e The Focus Magnifier function is canceled if you press the shutter button halfway down 91 uonauny Hurjooys ayy usn Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image e You can record images when an image is enlarged however the recorded image is for full display e The Focus Magnifier function will be released after shooting 92 Detecting faces The camera detects faces adjusts the focus exposure performs image processing and adjusts flash settings The Face Detection function is set to On in the default setting The Face Detection frame When the camera detects faces white Face Detection frames appear When the camera judges that autofocus is possible the Face Detection frames turn orange 7 When you press the shutter button halfway down the Face Detection frames i turn green Face Detection frames e If a face is not positioned inside the AF white area available when you press the Face Detection frames orange shutter button halfway down the AF area that is used for focusing turns green When the camera detects multiple faces the camera automatically selects a priority face and the single Face Detection frame turns orange To deactivate the Face Detection function Fn button gi Face Detection Off Shooting technique e Compose to ov
44. one of the following Scene Selection modes Portrait Landscape Sunset Night View Night Portrait or Hand held Twilight Single shot AF is selected when the exposure mode is set to Macro in Scene Selection Continuous AF is selected when the exposure mode is set to Sports Action in Scene Selection e Continuous AF is selected when the Smile Shutter function is used 88 Select the desired AF area to suit the shooting conditions or your preference The AF area where the focus has been confirmed turns green and the other AF areas disappear AF area Fn button gt AF area Select the desired setting Wide The camera determines which of the 15 AF areas is used in focusing siz Spot The camera uses the AF area located in the center area exclusively ii i Local Choose the area for which you want to activate the focus from among 15 AF areas with the control button Press the AF button to display the setup screen and select the desired area Notes e When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection or the Smile Shutter is activated AF area is fixed to Wide and you cannot select the other settings The AF area may not be illuminated during continuous shooting or when the shutter button is pressed all the way down without pause 89 uonauny Hurjooys ay Huisy When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofo
45. or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time some devices including the camera may not operate depending on the types of USB devices you are using e Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 compliant allows advanced transfer high speed transfer as the camera is compatible with Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 compliant When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time 160 Using the software Installing the software Windows Log on as Administrator 1 Turn on your computer and insert the CD ROM supplied into the CD ROM drive The installation menu screen appears e If it does not appear double click Computer For Windows XP My Computer gt D SONYPMB gt Install exe e If the AutoPlay screen appears select Run Install exe and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation 2 Click Install Make sure that both Sony Image Data Suite and PMB are checked and follow the instructions on the screen e Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen page 165 e When the restarting confirmation message appears restart the computer following the instructions on the screen e DirectX may be installed depending on the system environment of your
46. page 7 The image is blurred e The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash resulting in camera shake The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended pages 58 96 The EV scale lt gt is flashing on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder e The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera Your camera cannot play back images e The folder file name has been changed on your computer page 165 e When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera playback on your camera is not guaranteed e Use PMB to play images stored on a PC with this camera e The camera is in USB mode Delete the USB connection page 167 Your camera cannot delete an image e Cancel the protection page 131 You have deleted an image by mistake e Once you have deleted an image you cannot restore it We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete page 131 You cannot mark a DPOF mark e You cannot mark DPOF marks on RAW images 183 S13410 The camera is not receiving a GPS signal e Set GPS On Off to On page 138 e Your camera may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions e To triangulate the location information correctly bring your camera to an open area and turn on the camera again Excessive error in location information
47. the sharpness of the image before shooting and that of the actual image Preview button While you are pressing the preview button you can see the image with the aperture used in the actual shot so that you can check the approximate sharpness of the subject before shooting e Press the preview button after you adjust the focus e You can adjust the aperture in preview mode 74 This mode is suitable for Shooting a moving subject at a moment in time Use a faster shutter speed to crisply shoot an instant of the movement Tracing the movement to express the dynamism and flow Use a slower shutter speed to shoot a trailing image of the moving subject 1 Set the mode dial to S 75 safew Guljooys 2 Select the shutter speed with the control dial 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain correct exposure When the camera judges that the proper exposure is not obtained with the selected shutter speed the aperture Aperture F number value flashes In such cases adjust the shutter speed again Shooting techniques e When the shutter speed is slower use a tripod e When shooting an indoor sport select a higher ISO sensitivity Notes The Wi Camera shake warning indicator is not indicated in shutter speed priority mode The higher the ISO sensitivity the more conspicuous the noise
48. the number of images you can shoot when the flash is used The flash strobes once every two times The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard CIPA Camera amp Imaging Products Association 34 Cleaning e Do not touch the inside of the camera such as lens contacts or the mirror Since dust on the mirror or around the mirror may affect the images or the performance of the camera blow the dust away using a commercially available blower For details on cleaning the image sensor see the next page Do not use a spray blower Using one may cause a malfunction Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water then wipe the surface with a dry cloth Do not use the following as they may damage the finish or the casing Chemical products such as thinner benzine alcohol disposable cloths insect repellent sunscreen or insecticide etc Do not touch the camera with the above on your hand Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time e Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents such as thinner or benzine e When cleaning the lens surface remove dust using a commercially available blower In case of dust that sticks to the surface wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution Wipe in a spiral pattern from the center to the outside Do not spray lens cleaning solution directly onto t
49. to Autoflash or Flash Off for each Scene Selection mode You can change these settings page 96 65 safew uoys This mode is suitable for 1 Set the mode dial to m Sweep Shooting 2 Press the center of the control button 3 Select Sweep Panorama with A V then press the center of the control button To select 3D Sweep Panorama press the Fn button then select it 4 Point the camera at the edge of the subject then press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus gt Pr ss shutter button and mive in direction of arrow This part will not be taken 5 Press the shutter button fully down 66 6 Pan or tilt the camera to the end following the guidance on the screen Move siowiy in ayrection or arrow Guidance bar Notes e If you cannot pan or tilt the camera across the entire subject within the given time a gray area occurs in the composed image If this happens move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image Since several images are stitched together the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly While shooting do not tilt the camera back and forth or right and left when you swing the camera straight ahead e Under low light conditions panoramic images may be blurred or not be recorded e Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light the brightness or color of the combined image is
50. 6 9 An HDTV ratio Note e This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama MENU button gt f 1 Image Quality Select the desired setting RAW RAW File format RAW Records using the RAW compression format This format does not perform any digital processing on the images Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes e The image size is fixed to the maximum size The image size is not displayed on the screen RAW J RAW amp JPEG File format RAW Records using the RAW compression format JPEG A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time This is suitable when you need two image files a JPEG for viewing and a RAW for editing e The image quality is fixed to Fine and the image size is fixed to L FINE Fine STD Standard File format JPEG The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded Since the compression rate of STD Standard is higher than that of FINE Fine the file size of STD is smaller than that of FINE This will allow more files to be recorded on one memory card but the image quality will be lower 143 dnyas anoA fuibueyy Notes e This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama e For details on the number of images that can be taken when the image quality is changed see page 32 About RAW images You need the Image Data Converter
51. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website http www sony net Printed using VOC Volatile Organic ee I 2010 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand 4187045110 GG E SONY Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera a33 a55 O SLT A33 SLT A55 SLT A55V 4 187 045 11 1 Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images ona computer Printing images Others Index 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 SLT A55 A55V A33 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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet Caution Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled the battery pack can burst cause a fire or even chemical burns Observe the following cautions Do not disassemble Do not cr
52. D BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA L L C SEE HTTP WWW MPEGLA COM On GNU GPL LGPL applied software The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License hereinafter referred to as GPL or GNU Lesser General Public License hereinafter referred to as LGPL are included in the camera This informs you that you have a right to have access to modify and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL LGPL Source code is provided on the web Use the following URL to download it http www sony net Products Linux We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code Read license2 pdf in the License folder on the CD ROM You will find licenses in English of GPL and LGPL software To view the PDF Adobe Reader is needed If it is not installed on your computer you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page http www adobe com 203
53. D Panorama is not suitable when shooting Subjects are moving Subjects are too close to the camera Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles and subjects with little contrast such as sky sandy beach or lawn 3D Panorama recording may be discontinued in the following situations You pan or tilt the camera too fast or too slow There is too much camera shake e If you cannot pan or tilt the camera across the entire subject within the given time a black area occurs in the composed image If this happens move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image Since several images are stitched together the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly Under low light conditions images may be blurred Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light images may not be recorded properly When the whole angle of 3D panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure with AE AF lock are extremely different in brightness color and focus the shooting will not be successful If this happens 198 change the lock angle and shoot again e The available shooting direction is horizontal only e For details on the procedure used for shooting 3D images see page 68 Note on playback of 3D images When you play back 3D images on the LCD monitor of the camera or on a non 3D compatible TV the images are played back without the 3D effect Notes on 3D
54. D monitor is automatically adjusted to the surrounding lighting conditions using the light sensor page 15 You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor manually or select the setting that is suitable for outdoors on a sunny day MENU button amp 1 LCD Brightness Select the desired setting Notes e When it is set to Auto do not cover the light sensor with your hand and so on e When using the camera with the AC PW20 AC Adaptor sold separately the brightness of the LCD monitor is always set to the brightest setting even if you select Auto e Set it to Auto or Manual for interior photography because Sunny Weather is too bright The brightness of the viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the lighting conditions of the subject You can set the brightness of the viewfinder manually MENU button amp 1 Viewfinder Bright Manual Select the desired setting Note e When using the camera with the AC PW20 AC Adaptor sold separately the brightness of the viewfinder is always set to the brightest setting even if you select Auto 153 dnjas anoA fuibueyy You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting You can change the displayed time MENU button 2 Auto Review Select the desired setting Note e In auto review the image will not be displayed in the vertical position even if Playback Display is set to Auto Rotate page 121 You can
55. EV scale 78 119 fon 107 Auto HDR 108 mati scale 78 aoe cstat Twat Creative Style 110 AE lock 100 at teat ull SteadyShot scale 57 Emet EW 4 Display Indication O Hri Drive mode 116 on ge awm b 8 O A a st auto slow MEZ REAR WL Biss Flash mode 96 Red eye reduction 98 wn CES Focus mode 88 43 uoljesado sno asojag Recording information display For viewfinder See pages in parentheses for details of operation In AUTO AUTO or In Continuous Advance Priority AE Scene Selection mode P A S M mode 7 100 CFINE M Ee 1 P 100 CFINE M ma m aS 22 ho 2H o E e Oe BH ae P et Ziel Gr a BAOF 7 i en oe 2 BM 3H 1125 F28 3H 1 125 F28 1 0 x 44 1 Display Indication enay Indication Mal XO GPS triangulating status D AUTO Exposure mode 59 80 XO x9 138 SLT A55V only 2 PA e Gy SLT A55 A55V xo x SM 2 24 SLT A33 S Jea ar aA Moron KU i Memory card 20 2 100 Remaining number of Display Indication recordable images 32 h s Flash mode 96 Red eye Cr Cm Cs Image size of still images abn 2 reduction 98 Et Em Es 141 Aspect ratio of still gi
56. Eye Fi cards can be used only in the countries regions where they were purchased Use Eye Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries regions where you purchased the card Eye Fi cards include a wireless LAN function Do not insert any Eye Fi cards in the camera when it is prohibited to do so such as on an airplane If there is an Eye Fi card inserted in the camera set Upload Settings to Off Korf is displayed on the screen when Upload Settings is set to Off When you use a brand new Eye Fi card for the first time copy the install file of Eye Fi manager recorded on the card to your computer before formatting the card e Use an Eye Fi card after updating the firmware to the latest version For details refer to the manual that comes with the Eye Fi card The power save function of the camera does not work while it is uploading images If lg error is displayed remove the memory card and reinsert it or turn off then turn on the power again If g appears again the Eye Fi card may be damaged Wi Fi network communication may be influenced by other communication devices If the communication status is poor move closer to the access point of the Wi Fi network e For details on the file types that can be uploaded refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye Fi card e If you upload an image that was recorded with GPS On Off set to On the location information of the image may be made available to a
57. If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway fail restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable USB etc again Disposal of Old Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local Civic Office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Disposal of waste batteries applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol The chemical symbols for mercury Hg or le
58. MENU button gt amp 2 Audio signals Select the desired a ow s ec You can turn off the Help Guide that is displayed when you operate the camera This is convenient when you want to perform the next operation quickly MENU button gt amp 1 Help Guide Display Off dnjas anoA Guibueyy You can set different time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode Power Save Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode MENU button a 1 Power Save Select the desired e Regardless of the setting here the camera turns to power save mode after 30 minutes when the camera is connected to a TV or the drive mode is set to Remote Cdr You can release the shutter when no lens is attached Select this when you attach the camera on an astronomical telescope etc MENU button x 1 Release w oLens Enable 151 Note 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 MENU button amp 1 gy Language Select the language You can set the camera to start the demonstration playback of a movie if you do not operate the camera for about one minute MENU button 4 2 Demo Mode 0n Setting the LCD monitor electronic viewfinder The brightness of the LC
59. Maximum dimensions Approx 63 x 95 x 32 mm 2 1 2 x 3 3 4 x 1 5 16 inches W H D Mass Approx 85 g 3 oz 176 w gt gt gt Rechargeable battery pack NP FW50 Used battery Lithium ion battery Maximum voltage DC 8 4 V Nominal voltage DC7 2 V Maximum charge voltage DC 8 4 V Maximum charge current 1 02 A Capacity Typical 7 7 Wh 1 080 mAh Minimum 7 3 Wh 1 020 mAh Maximum dimensions Approx 31 8 x 18 5 x 45 mm 1 5 16 x 3 4 x 1 13 16 inches W H D Mass Approx 57 g 2 1 oz Design and specifications are subject to change without notice On focal length The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mm format film camera You can find the approximate equivalent of the focal length of a 35 mm format film camera and shoot with the same picture angle by increasing the focal length of your lens by half For example by using a 50 mm lens you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm format film camera On image data compatibility e This camera conforms with DCF Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by JEITA Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed Trademarks Q is a trademark of Sony Corporation Memory Stick
60. NST pkg file in the MAC folder to the hard disk icon 4 Double click the IDS_INST pkg file in the copy to folder Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation With Image Data Converter SR you can do the following etc e To edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections such as tone curve and sharpness e To adjust images with white balance exposure and creative style etc e To save the images displayed and edited on a computer e You can either save the image as RAW format or save it in the general file format 162 To use Image Data Converter SR refer to Help Click Start All Programs Sony Image Data Suite Help gt Image Data Converter SR Ver 3 Image Data Converter SR support page English only http www sony co jp ids se With Image Data Lightbox SR you can do the following etc e To display and compare RAW JPEG images recorded with this camera e To rate the images on a scale of five e To set color labels and so on e To display an image with Image Data Converter SR and make adjustments to it To use Image Data Lightbox SR refer to Help Click Start All Programs Sony Image Data Suite gt Help gt Image Data Lightbox SR Image Data Lightbox SR support page English only http www sony co jp ids se With PMB you can do the following etc e To set images s
61. SR software included on the CD ROM supplied in order to open a RAW image recorded on this camera With this software a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format such as JPEG or TIFF and its white balance color saturation contrast etc can be readjusted The RAW format image cannot be printed using a DPOF print designated printer e You cannot set Auto HDR on RAW format images 144 Setting the method for recording ona memory card MENU button 1 File Number Select the desired setting Series The camera does not reset numbers and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches 9999 Reset The camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns numbers to files from 0001 When the recording folder contains a file a number one higher than the largest number is assigned When the folder format is changed When all the images in the folder are deleted When the memory card is replaced When the memory card is formatted The recorded still images are stored in automatically created folders in the DCIM folder of the memory card MENU button 1 Folder Name Select the desired setting Standard Form The folder name format is as follows folder number MSDCF Example 100MSDCF Date Form The folder name format is as follows folder number Y the last digit MM DD Example 10000405 Folder name 100 date
62. VDirect DVD writer make sure that the version of DVD writer s firmware is the latest For details refer to the following URL http sony storagesupport com 168 Characteristics of each type of disc A Blu ray disc enables you to record high definition image quality HD movies of a longer duration than DVD discs V5 High definition image quality HD movie can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD R discs and a high definition image quality HD disc is created Ave e You can play a high definition image quality HD disc on AVCHD format playback devices such as a Sony Blu ray disc player and a PlayStation 3 You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players Standard definition image quality STD movie converted from high STD definition image quality HD movie can be recorded on DVD media A such as DVD R discs and a standard image quality STD disc is O created Discs you can use with PMB You can use 12 cm discs of following type with PMB For Blu ray disc see page 170 Disc type Features DVD R DVD R DVD R DL Unrewritable DVD RW DVD RW Rewritable e Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries regions Creating an AVCHD format disc You can create a high definition image quality HD AVCHD format disc from AVCHD format mo
63. a e Check that the camera is turned on e When the battery level is low install the charged battery pack page 18 or use the AC Adaptor sold separately e Use the USB cable supplied page 165 e Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again firmly e Set USB Connection to Mass Storage page 165 e Disconnect all equipment other than the camera the keyboard and the mouse from the USB jacks of your computer e Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device page 165 You cannot copy images e Make the USB connection by properly connecting the camera with your computer page 165 e Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS page 165 e When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer you may not be able to copy the images to a computer Shoot using a memory card formatted by your camera page 146 The image cannot be played back on a computer e If you are using PMB refer to the PMB Help e Consult the computer or software manufacturer After making a USB connection PMB does not start automatically e Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on page 165 Memory card Cannot insert a memory card e Insertion direction of the memory card is wrong Insert it in the correct direction page 20 Cannot record on a memory card The memory card is full Delete unnecessary images page 132
64. ad Pb are added if the battery contains more than 0 0005 mercury or 0 004 lead By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources 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 battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery please contact your local Civic Office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Notice for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 i
65. ame of the image starts with _DSC Notes e Adobe RGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2 0 option color space Using some applications or printers that do not support them may result in or print images that do not faithfully reproduce the color e When displaying images that were recorded with Adobe RGB on the camera or non Adobe RGB compliant devices the images are displayed with low saturation 111 uonauny Hurjooys ayy Husn Adjusting the color tones White balance The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the light source The table below shows how the color tone changes based on various light sources compared with a subject that appears white under the sunlight Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent Weather x lighting D Q Characteristics White Bluish Green tinged Reddish of light White balance is a feature that adjusts the color tone to approximate what you see Use this feature when the color tone of the image did not come out as you expected or when you want to change the color tone on purpose for photographic expression Notes e When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection White Balance is fixed to Auto WB and you cannot select other modes e If the only light source available is a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp the camera will not be able to acquire the
66. an Eye Fi card USB Connection 165 Sets the USB connection method Audio signals 151 Sets whether or not to use the beep sound when the focus is achieved or the self timer is working Cleaning Mode 36 Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor Version 155 Displays the camera software version Demo Mode 152 Sets the demonstration playback of a movie to on or off Reset Default 156 Restores the settings to their defaults Appears when an Eye Fi card sold separately is inserted in the camera Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor to meet various shooting situations You can shoot from various shooting positions Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle The LCD monitor tilts 180 degrees The LCD monitor can be rotated leftward 270 degrees from the position in which the LCD monitor is facing forward as illustrated When the LCD monitor is not used it is recommended that you close it with the screen side facing to the camera Low position High position 55 sa ew Guljooys Shooting an image without camera shake Camera shake refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shutter button has been pressed resulting in a blurred image To reduce camera shake follow the instructions below Stabilize your upper body and take a positio
67. aning Mode in the Setup menu page 36 27 eiawed ay Hunedald Preparing the camera When you turn the camera on for the first time the date time setup screen appears 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on The screen used for setting date and time appears e To turn the camera off set it to OFF 2 Verify that Enter is selected on the LCD monitor then press the center of the control button 3 Select your area with lt gt on the control button then press the center of the control button 4 Select each item with lt gt and set the numeric value with A V Daylight Svg Turns on or off the daylight saving time setting Date Format Selects the format to display date e Midnight is indicated as 12 00 AM and Date Time Setup Daylight Svg Borr noon as 12 00 PM a 2010 1 1 12 00 AM 7 Date Format Y M D 4b Select Adjust __ Enter 28 5 Repeat step 4 to set other items then press the center of the control button 6 Verify that Enter is selected then press the center of the control button To cancel the date time setting operation Press the MENU button To set up the date time again When you turn the camera on for the first time the date time setup screen appears automatically The next time set up the date and time from the menu MENU button 1
68. ards and SDXC memory cards can be used with this camera A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camera However proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards functions The Memory Stick PRO Duo media and Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media are referred to as the Memory Stick PRO Duo media and the SD memory card SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card are referred to as the SD card in this Instruction Manual For recording movies it is recommended that you use following memory cards Memory Stick PRO Duo Mark2 Memory Stick PRO Duo media Mark2 Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card Class 4 or more Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera If you connect your camera to an incompatible device you may be prompted to format the card Never format the card in response to this prompt as doing so will erase all data on the card exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock ma f lever in the direction of the arrow Be careful not to drop the battery pack f DES _ Lock lever 21 eiawed ay Hunedald To remove the memory card Check that t
69. ation 2 0 EV 1 3 EV step Recording format File format JPEG DCF Ver 2 0 Exif Ver 2 3 MPF Baseline compliant DPOF compatible Movie AVCHD format AVCHD Ver 1 0 compliant Video MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Audio Dolby Digital 2ch equipped with Dolby Digital Stereo Creator e Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Movie MP4 format Video MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Audio MPEG 4 AAC LC 2ch Recording media Memory Stick PRO Duo media SD card Input output terminals USB miniB HDMI HDMI type C minijack Mic Terminal 3 5 mm Stereo minijack REMOTE Terminal Power general Used battery pack Rechargeable battery pack NP FW50 S13410 Others Exif Print Compatible PRINT Image Matching III Compatible Dimensions Approx 124 4 x 92 x 84 7 mm 4 7 8 x 3 5 8 x 1 3 inches W H D excluding protrusions Mass SLT A55V pprox 500 g 1 lb 1 6 oz with battery and Memory Stick PRO Duo media pprox 441 g 15 6 oz body only SLT A55 A33 Approx 492 g 1 lb 1 3 oz with battery and Memory Stick PRO Duo media pprox 433 g 15 3 oz body only Operating temperature 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F USB communication Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 compliant BC VW1 Battery charger Input rating 100 V 240 V AC 50 Hz 60 Hz 4 2 W Output rating 8 4 V DC 0 28 A Operating temperature range 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F Storage temperature range 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F
70. auge is larger if you tilt the camera too far forward or backward e A tilt of 1 may be indicated even if the camera is almost level 40 Recording information display For viewfinder You can switch the Recording information on display on the LCD monitor to a screen that is suitable for shooting when you look into the viewfinder The screen in the viewfinder is for Live View MENU button gt 2 Display Rec Data For viewfinder Each time you press DISP on the control button the screen changes as follows Graphic Display Recording Recording Digital level gauge information display information off on For viewfinder mow ane ae ioe one an fa H 1 25 of Ba a 25 ofp Ba 4 JE F mo GE Lf C250 F35 wm mso ras sonna al tas i a 41 uoljesado 1no 310 3g The Graphic Display graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value and clearly illustrates how the exposure works Graphic Display Recording information display For Live View U 100 CERNE EE moo P too TNE a eto 150 1 P rare o P Coto FNE a mi g 4 2 3 HL al disso teas Dates ees 3 E Display Indication Display Indication RAW Image quality of still AUTO Exposure mode 59 80 RAW J images 143 a e m
71. back and around the rotating shaft of the hinge part of the LCD monitor Do not bring anything that is easily affected by a magnet such as floppy disk credit cards near the LCD monitor e Images may trail across on the screen in a cold location This is not a malfunction When turning on the camera in a cold location the screen may become temporarily dark When the camera warms up the screen will function normally Notes on long time recording When you continue to shoot for a long time the temperature of the camera rises If the temperature reaches above a certain level the 7 mark is indicated on the screen and the camera is turned off automatically If the power is turned off leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to allow the temperature inside the camera to decrease to a safe level Under high ambient temperatures the temperature of the camera rises quickly When the temperature of the camera rises the image quality may deteriorate It is recommended that you wait until the temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot The surface of the camera may get hot This is not a malfunction Notes when playing movies on other devices This camera uses MPEG 4 AVC H 264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played with the following devices Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High Profile D
72. button e To change the scene press the Fn button then select another scene 63 safew Guljooys Q Portrait Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject Expresses skin tones softly e To blur the background more set the lens to the telephoto position e You can shoot a vivid image by focusing on the eye that is closer to the lens e Use the lens hood sold separately to shoot backlit subjects e Use the red eye reduction function if the eyes of your subject turn red from the flash page 98 amp Sports Action Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed e Press and hold the shutter button halfway down until the right moment NA Macro Shoots close subjects such as flowers foods e You can shoot a closer subject using a macro lens sold separately Set the flash mode to Flash Off when you shoot a subject within 1 m 3 3 feet e When shooting in macro mode the SteadyShot function will not be fully effective Use a tripod to achieve better results The shortest focal distance does not change aA Landscape Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors To accentuate the openness of the scenery set the lens to wide angle Sunset Shoots the red of the sunrise or sunset beautifully
73. cannot be used in your camera The memory card is damaged e The terminal section of the memory card is dirty Memory card locked e You are using a memory card with a write protect switch and the switch is set to the LOCK position Set the switch to the recording position This memory card may not be capable of recording and playing normally e The inserted memory card cannot be used with the camera Unable to use memory card Format e The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified Select Enter then format the memory card You can use the memory card again however all previous data in the memory card is erased It may take a some time to complete the format If the message still appears change the memory card Processing e When Long exposure noise reduction will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open You cannot do any further shooting during this reduction Unable to display e Images recorded with other cameras or images modified with a computer may not be able to be displayed 189 S13410 Check the lens attachment If the lens is not supported you can permit use of the lens in the custom menu e The lens is not attached properly or the lens is not attached e When attaching the camera to an astronomical telescope or something similar set Release w oLens to Enable a e Because you have been record
74. ce on the confirmation window then click 0K Note Drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon to the Trash icon beforehand when you use a Macintosh computer and the camera is disconnected from the computer 167 Jayndwoo e uo safew Guimai Creating a movie disc You can create a disc from AVCHD format movies recorded on the camera Select the method that best suits your disc player See PMB Help for details on creating a disc using PMB To import movies see page 165 Player Method Disc type Blu ray disc playback devices Blu ray disc player PlayStation 3 etc Create a Blu ray disc of movies and photos imported to a computer using PMB Blu ray AVCHD format playback devices Sony Blu ray disc player PlayStation 3 etc Create an AVCHD format disc of movies and photos imported to a computer using PMB Creating an AVCHD format disc with a DVD writer recorder other than DVDirect Express AVCHD Ordinary DVD playback devices DVD player DVD playable computer etc Create a standard definition image quality STD disc of movies and photos imported to a computer using PMB STD Notes e If you use a Sony DVDirect DVD Writer you can transfer data by inserting a memory card into the memory card slot of the DVD writer or connecting your camera to the DVD writer with a USB cable e When you use Sony D
75. cus mode you can adjust the focus manually 1 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF 2 When the lens is not equipped with the focus mode switch set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF 3 Rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus veg ring Notes e In the case of a subject that can be focused in autofocus mode the indicator lights up when the focus is confirmed When the Wide AF area is used the center area is used and when the Local AF area is used the area that is selected with the control button is used e When using a tele converter sold separately etc rotation of the focusing ring may not be smooth e The correct focus in the viewfinder is not achieved if the diopter is not adjusted properly in viewfinder mode page 29 90 You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting 1 MENU button x 1 Focus Magnifier On 2 Press the Focus Magnifier button 3 Press the Focus Magnifier button again to enlarge the image and select the portion you want to enlarge with A lt gt on the control button e Each time you press the Focus Magnifier button the zoom scaling changes as follows Full display gt Approx x7 5 Approx x15 SLT AS5 A55V Full display gt Approx x7 Approx x14 SLT A33 4 Confirm and adjust the focus e Rotate the focusing ring to adjust the focus in manual focus
76. demark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries In addition system and product names used in this manual are in general trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers However the or marks are not used in all cases in this manual PaL CD rorum w M SERIES Memory STICK mu DP cass DD ACHD se 178 Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera try the following solutions Check the items on pages 179 to 188 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Check the following items gt lt i Remove the battery pack and insert the battery pack again after about one minute and turn on the power gt a Reset the settings page 156 gt a Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed e As you insert the battery pack use the tip of the battery pack to push the lock lever page 20 e You can use an NP FWS0 battery pack only Make sure that the battery is NP FW50 The remaining battery indicator is incorrect or sufficient remaining battery indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location page 192 e The battery pack is discharged Install a c
77. disable the automatic switching of the LCD monitor and the viewfinder and enable only the FINDER LCD button to switch them MENU button 1 FINDER LCD Setting Manual The grid line is an auxiliary line for shooting composition You can set the grid line to on off or select the type of grid line The available range of movie recording is also displayed MENU button xy 2 Grid Line Select the desired setting Confirming the version of the camera Displays the version of your camera Confirm the version when a firmware update is released MENU button amp 2 Version Note e An update can be performed only when the battery level is ZZ4 three remaining battery icons or more We recommend that you use a sufficient battery or the AC PW20 AC Adaptor sold separately 155 dnjas anoA Huibueyy Resetting to the default You can reset the main functions of the camera MENU button amp 2 Reset Default Enter The items to be reset are as follows Items Reset to Exposure compensation 101 0 0 Recording information display 40 Graphic Display Playback display 121 Single image screen with recording information Drive mode 116 Single shot Adv Flash Mode 96 Fill flash differs based on whether the built in flash is open or not Autofocus Mode 88 AF A AF area 89 Wide Face Detection 93 On Smile Shutter 94 O
78. e HVL F36AM flash A diffuser is used for flash shooting A filter with an exposure factor such as an ND filter is used A close up lens is used e ADI flash is only available in combination with a lens that is provided with a distance encoder To determine if the lens is equipped with a distance encoder refer to the operating instructions supplied with the lens Fn button gt amp Metering Mode Select the desired mode Multi segment This mode measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen Center weighted While emphasizing the central area of the screen this mode measures the average brightness of the entire screen Spot This mode measures light only in the spot metering circle located in the center area Shooting techniques e Use Multi segment metering for general shooting e When there is a high contrast subject in the AF area measure the light of the subject you want to shoot with the optimal exposure using the spot metering function and take advantage of an AE lock shooting page 100 Note e When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection Metering Mode is fixed to Multi segment and you cannot select other modes 105 uolj9uny Hurjooys ay Huisy Setting ISO Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number recommended exposure index The lar
79. e You are shooting in RAW mode page 143 Since the RAW data file is large the RAW mode shooting may take time e The Auto HDR is processing an image page 107 The same image is shot several times The drive mode is set to Continuous adv or Bracket Cont Set it to Single shot Adv page 116 e The exposure mode is set to Continuous Advance Priority AE page 69 e The exposure mode is set to AUTO and Auto Image Extract is set to Off page 62 The image is out of focus e The subject is too close Check the minimum focal distance of the lens e You are shooting in manual focus mode set the focus mode switch to AF autofocus page 85 e When the focus mode switch is equipped with the lens set it to AF e Ambient light is insufficient Eye Start AF does not work e Set Eye Start AF to On page 39 e Press the shutter button halfway down 181 S130 The flash does not work The flash mode is set to Autoflash If you want to make sure the flash fires without fail set the flash mode to Fill flash page 96 The flash takes too long to recharge The flash has been fired in succession in a short period When the flash has been fired in succession the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera A picture taken with the flash is too dark e If the subject is beyond the flash range the distance that the flash can reach the pictu
80. e control button the information display changes page 121 Basic information display Still image Movie 1 421 100 0003 Ci FINE on DPOF3 100 1 a E 2010 11 AVCHD HE 100 l T B Ji zH N35 37 32 Wa Daginn m 5 40 2 W139 44 31 1 125 F3 5 150200 2 2010 1 1 10 37PM 2010 1 1 10 37PM 3 7 lt gt RWFF Pause wVolume P Exit 1 Display Indication Display Indication DPOF3 DPOF set 172 cc Memory card 20 WM Remaining battery f Still image Movie warning 22 0 ER 100 0003 Folder file number 77100 Remaining battery 22 166 Su Ko Database file full 190 201011 Recording date Database file error 190 Cr CM Cs Image size of still images a Overheating waming Et Em Fs 141 Aspect ratio of still 190 EIWIDE images 143 Image size AVCHD Movie file format 82 STD of panoramic images MP4 16 9 142 FH Image size of movies EDISTD 142 ED WIDE RAW Image quality of still RAW J images 143 FINE STD On Protect 131 127 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp 2 Display Indication GPS information SLT A55V only N35 37 Latitude and longitude 32 display SLT A5S5V only W139 44 31 2010 1 1 Date of recording 10 37AM HORI Auto
81. e focus area AF area 0 eee 89 Adjusting the focus manually Manual focus 90 Checking the focus by enlarging the image Detecting faces Using the Face Detection function Capturing smiling faces Smile Shutter Using the flash Performing wireless flash shooting Adjusting the brightness of the image Exposure Flash compensation Metering sccscsoseerscsesossicrsersonsarsnanser 100 Shooting with fixed brightness AE Lock 100 10 Using brightness compensation for the entire image Exposure compensation cece 101 Adjusting the amount of flash light Flash Compensation secccciccssecacsciasvasiccenerivencsenmainnrse 103 Selecting the flash control mode to set the amount of flash light Flash control 00 0 eee 104 Selecting the method for measuring the brightness of a subject Metering Mode 105 Setting ISO 106 Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically ARGUS eisi onii n o E REA 107 Correcting the brightness of the image D Range Optimizer eenen 107 Compensating automatically with rich gradation Auto High Dynamic Range 108 Image processing oe 110 Selecting your desired image processing Creative Style E E E 110 Changing the range of color reproduction Color Space E EA E E E 111 Adjusting the color tones White balance 0 112 Adjusting the white balance to suit a specific light source Auto Preset white balance ccce
82. e image is recorded with the location information To view 3D images with a 3D compatible TV If you connect the camera to a 3D compatible TV using an HDMI cable sold separately you can play back 3D images recorded with the 3D Sweep Panorama mode automatically For details on 3D shooting see page 198 Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV MENU button gt 1 8D Viewing 135 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp Using BRAVIA Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports BRAVIA Sync using an HDMI cable you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control 1 Connect a TV that supports BRAVIA Sync to the camera page 134 The input is automatically switched and the image shot with the camera appears on the TV screen 2 Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV Remote Control 3 Operate with the buttons on the TV Remote Control The items for Sync Menu Slide Show Plays back images automatically page 125 Single image Returns to the single image screen playback Still Movie Select Selects still images or movies to be played back Image Index Switches to the image index screen 3D Viewing Plays back 3D images when connected to a 3D compatible TV Select Folder Selects the folder of images to be played back Select Date Selects the date of movies to be played back Delete Deletes images Notes The operations available are
83. e temperatures between 10 C and 30 C 50 F and 86 F Shooting images Nothing is displayed on the LCD monitor in viewfinder mode when the power is turned on e If you do not operate the camera for given period of time the camera turns to power saving mode and nearly shuts down To cancel the power save operate the camera such as pressing the shutter button halfway down page 151 The image is not clear in the viewfinder e Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter adjustment dial page 29 No images in the viewfinder FINDER LCD Setting is set to Manual Press the FINDER LCD button page 39 180 The shutter does not release e You are using a memory card with a write protect switch and the switch is set to the LOCK position Set the switch to the recording position e Check the free capacity of the memory card page 32 e You cannot record images while charging the built in flash page 96 The shutter cannot be released when the subject is out of focus e The lens is not attached properly Attach the lens properly page 26 When the camera is attached to another device such as an astronomical telescope set Release w oLens to Enable page 151 e The subject may require special focusing page 86 Use the focus lock or manual focus function pages 87 90 Recording takes a long time e The noise reduction function is turned on page 149 This is not a malfunction
84. e to magnify Unable to rotate image e Images recorded with other cameras may not be enlarged or rotated No images changed e You attempted to specified DPOF without specifying images Cannot create more folders e The folder with a name beginning with 999 exists on the memory card You cannot create any folders if this is the case 191 S13410 Precautions Do not use store the camera in the following places e In an extremely hot dry or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed and this may cause a malfunction In a location subject to rocking vibration Near strong magnetic place In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera This may cause the camera to malfunction and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired On storing Be sure to attach the lens cap or body cap when not using the camera When attaching the body cap remove all the dust from the cap before placing it on the camera When you purchase the DT 18 55 mm F3 5 5 6 SAM Lens Kit purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC R55 also 192 On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0 and 40 C 32 and 104 F Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that e
85. eases darkness White Balance 112 Adjusts the color tone of images DRO Auto HDR 107 Compensates for the brightness and contrast automatically Creative Style 110 Selects your desired image processing 48 You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as shooting playback or other operations Press the MENU button select the desired page with lt gt on the control button and select the desired item with A V Recording menu ome e Daeaegea Image Size 141 Selects the size of still images Image Aspect Ratio 143 Selects the aspect ratio for still images Image Quality 143 Sets the images quality for still images Movie File Format 82 Selects the movie file format Movie Size 142 Selects the size of the recorded movie frame Movie Audio Rec 82 Sets whether or not to record audio when shooting a movie SteadyShot 57 Sets SteadyShot A 49 uoljesado sno asojag oi 3 SG ogum 9 a Panorama Size 142 Selects the size of panoramic images Panorama Direction 68 Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images 3D Pan Image Size 142 Selects the size of 3D images 3D Pan Direction 68 Sets the shooting direction for 3D images Flash control 104 Sets the method for determining the intensity of f
86. ect Enter with A then press the center of the control button Notes e You cannot specify DPOF on RAW data files e You can specify any number up to 9 172 You can date images when printing them The position of the date inside or outside the image character size etc depends on your printer MENU button gt gt 1 Specify Printing Date Imprint gt On Note e This function may not be provided depending on the printer 173 safew Guiuid Specifications Camera System Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens A mount lens Image sensor Image format SLT A55 A55V 23 5x15 6 mm APS C format CMOS image sensor SLT A33 23 4x15 6 mm APS C format CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor SLT A55 A55V Approx 16 700 000 pixels SLT A33 Approx 14 600 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera SLT A55 A55V Approx 16 200 000 pixels SLT A33 Approx 14 200 000 pixels SteadyShot System Image sensor shift mechanism Effect Approx 2 5 to 4 EV in shutter speed depending on shooting conditions and the attached lens Anti Dust System Charge protection coating on Low Pass Filter and 174 image sensor shift mechanism Auto focus system TTL phase detection system 15 points 3 points cross type System Sensitivity Range 1 to 18 EV at ISO 100 equivalent AF illuminator Approx to 5 m 3 3 to 16 4 feet Live View T
87. ed ay Hunedald e We recommend backing up important data such as to a hard disk of a computer e When you carry or store the memory card put it in the case supplied with it Do not expose the memory card to water e Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object e When the write protect switch of a memory card is set to the LOCK position you cannot perform operations such as recording or deleting images The memory cards formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with this camera Be sure to format the memory cards using the camera e Data read write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment used Do not press down hard when you write down on the memo area Do not attach a label on the memory cards themselves Do not disassemble or modify the memory cards Do not leave the memory cards within the reach of small children They might accidentally swallow it 24 Notes on the Memory Stick media used with the camera The types of Memory Stick media that can be used with this camera are listed in the table below However proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all Memory Stick PRO Duo media functions Memory Stick PRO Duo media 2 3 Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media Available with your camera Memory Stick Duo media Unavailable with your camera Memory Stick
88. ee PMB Help for details 170 You can create a standard definition image quality STD disc from AVCHD format movies imported to a computer using supplied software PMB 1 Select the AVCHD format movies you want to write on PMB 2 Click E Create Discs to select Create DVD Video Format Discs STD The screen used for creating a disc appears e For details see PMB Help Notes e Install PMB beforehand e MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on a disc e It will take a longer time to create a disc because AVCHD format movies are converted to standard definition image quality STD movies e An Internet connection environment is required when creating a DVD Video STD disc for the first time 171 Jayndwoo e uo safew Guimai Specifying DPOF Using the camera you can specify the still images and the number of images to print before you print images at a shop or with your printer Follow the procedure below DPOF specifications are left with images after printing It is recommended that you unspecify them after printing Specifying unspecifying DPOF on selected images 1 MENU button gt 1 Specify Printing DPOF Setup Multiple Img 2 Select the image with lt gt on the control button 3 Select the number of sheets with the center of the control button To unspecify DPOF set the number to 0 4 Press the MENU button 5 Sel
89. eeeeeee 112 Setting the color temperature and a filter effect Color Temperature Color Filter 0ccceeeeeees 113 Registering the color tones Custom white balance 114 Selecting the drive mode 116 Shooting single shot 116 Shooting continuously 116 Using the self timer 117 Shooting images with the exposure shifted Exposure bracket 118 Shooting with white balance shifted WB bracket aih T9 Shooting with the Wireless Remote Commander 120 11 Using the viewing function Playing back images 00 eee eseeeereeeeeee Checking the information of recorded images Protecting images Protect Deleting images Delete Viewing images on a TV screen Changing your GPS setting SLT A55V only setup Setting image size and image quality ccceeee 141 Setting the method for recording on a memory card 145 Changing the noise reduction setting Changing the function of the buttons Changing other settings oe eects eeeeeee Setting the LCD monitor electronic viewfinder Confirming the version of the camera Resetting to the default Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer Using the software Connecting the camera to the computer Creating a movie disc Printing images Specifying DPOF sc ssesvccvsnassvvevscesia edi conniervaswercccavenes Others Specifications Troubl
90. eless Remote Commander to the remote sensor and shoot the image 120 Playing back images The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor 1 Press the button ameg y may r gt button 2 Select an image with lt gt on the control button To return to the shooting mode Press the gt button again To switch the recording data display Press DISP on the control button Each time you press DISP on the control button the screen changes as follows D 1n25 F8 150400 With recording data Histogram display Without recording data To select the folder to be played back MENU button gt gt 2 Select Folder Select the desired folder To select the orientation when playing back an image recorded in the portrait position MENU button gt gt 2 Playback Display Select the desired setting 121 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp Note e When you play back the image on a TV or a computer the image will be displayed in the portrait position even if Manual Rotate is selected To scroll panoramic images Select a panoramic image then press the center of the control button Pressing it again pauses the playback 3D Sweep Panorama images cannot be scrolled Scrolling playback is not available for images that were recorded with 3D Pan Image Size set to 16 9 Playing back movies 1 MENU button gt 1 Still Movie Se
91. epending on the software 123 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp A still image can be enlarged for closer examination This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded image 1 Display the image you want to enlarge then press the amp button 2 Zoom the image in or out with the button or Q button e Rotating the control dial switches the image at the same display magnification When you shoot multiple images with the same composition you can compare their focus conditions 3 Select the portion you want to enlarge with A lt gt on the control button To cancel the enlarged playback Press the gt button so that the image returns to the normal size Scaling range The scaling range is as follows P Scaling range Image size SLT ASS A55V SLT A33 L Approx x1 1 x11 8 Approx x1 1 x11 8 M Approx x1 1 x8 8 Approx x1 1 x8 0 S Approx x1 1 x6 0 Approx x1 1 x5 5 124 MENU button gt gt 1 Image Index Select the desired number of images to be displayed on one page e You can also display the image list using the button To return to the single image screen Press the center of the control button when you select the desired image To turn to the movie index screen To display movies on the image index screen select HH movie on the tab with lt gt on the control button then press the center of the control bu
92. er Database file error 190 Custom 112 ta Overheating warning DEXOFF D Range Optimizer 190 m0 oy 107 Auto HDR Auto HOR HDR image warning 108 129 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp Display Indication 2010 1 1 Date of recording 10 37AM 3 7 File number total number of images When the image has a high key or low key portion that portion is flashed on the histogram display Luminance limit warning 130 Protecting images Protect You can protect images against accidental erasure Protecting selected images canceling the protection of the selected images 1 MENU button gt gt 1 Protect Multiple Img 2 Select the image you want to protect with lt gt on the control on button then press the center of the control button A Om mark appears on the selected 4 image e To cancel a selection press the center again Mark EW ok 3 To protect other images repeat step 2 4 Press the MENU button 5 Select Enter with A then press the center of the control button To cancel the protection of all the images or movies You can cancel the protection of all the images in the folder currently selected or of all the movies with the same date MENU button gt 1 Protect Cancel All Images or Cancel All Movies 131 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp Deleting images Delete Once you have dele
93. er button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway In the following cases we recommend that you mount the camera on a tripod e Shooting without a flash under dark conditions e Shooting with slow shutter speeds which are typically used in night time shooting e Shooting a close subject such as in macro shooting e Shooting with a telescopic lens Note e When using a tripod deactivate the SteadyShot function because there is a potential for malfunction of the SteadyShot function 58 Shooting with the automatic setting mwe Shooting with appropriate settings automatically The AUTO mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions because the camera makes appropriate judgments on the situation to adjust the settings Select when shooting in a location where the use of a flash is restricted 1 Set the mode dial to or Flash Off 2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle and hold the camera 3 Overlay the AF area on the desired subject e If the Mj Camera shake warning indicator flashes carefully shoot the subject holding the camera steady or by using a tripod iy Camera shake warning AF area indicator 4 When using a zoom lens turn the zoom ring then decide on your shot Zoom ring 59 sa ew Guljooys 5 Press the shutter button halfway 4 down to focus When the focus is confirmed or
94. erlay the Face Detection frame and the AF area Notes e When the exposure mode is Sweep Panorama Continuous Advance Priority AE or during movie recording the Face Detection function cannot be used 93 uonauny Hurjooys ay Husn Up to eight faces can be detected The camera may not detect any faces or may detect some other object depending on the shooting conditions When the camera detects a smile the shutter is released automatically 1 Fn button gt Smile Shutter On Select the desired Smile Detection Sensitivity mode e When the Smile Shutter is activated the Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator appears on the screen 2 Wait detecting a smile The camera detects a smile and the focus is confirmed When the smile level exceeds the lt point on the indicator the camera records images automatically e When the camera detects faces orange Face Detection frame the faces The Face Detection frames Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Face Detection frames appear around turn green when these subjects come into focus e The smile level of the face surrounded by the double Face Detection frame is indicated on the Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator 3 To stop shooting Fn button Smile Shutter Off Smile Detection Sensitivity You can set the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles to one of the following three options
95. eshooting Warning messages Precautions 0000 AVCHD format GPS SLT A55V only 3D shootings 12 Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces e BC VW1 Battery charger 1 e Eyecup 1 Attached on the camera e CD ROM Application Software for amp camera 1 e Instruction Manual This manual e Power cord mains lead 1 not 1 supplied in the U S A and Canada Rechargeable battery pack NP FWS0 1 USB cable 1 EJH Shoulder strap 1 Body cap 1 Attached on the camera 13 esawes ay Hunedald Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation o o N or oy le co ro Shutter button 59 14 Lens release button 27 Power switch 28 15 Focus mode switch 85 90 Control dial 73 Do not directly touch these parts Do not cover this part during movie recording Remote sensor Self timer lamp 117 Lens contacts Mirror Preview button 74 Mount Built in flash 96 Microphone Mode dial 59 80 4 Flash pop up button 96 a A geele N ea N eN l gt ro J FS
96. ethod used to assign file numbers to still images and movies Folder Name 145 Sets the folder format for still images Select REC Folder Changes the selected folder for storing still images 146 New Folder 146 Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies Recover Image DB Recovers the image database file for movies and 147 enables recording and playback Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies and 147 the recordable number of still images on the memory card Clock setup menu oc fF O35 uoljesado sno 310 3g Date Time Setup 28 Sets date and time and daylight savings Area Setting 29 Sets the location of use 53 Setup menu oe fF wg QO AX 2 LCD Brightness 153 Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor Viewfinder Bright 153 Sets the brightness of the viewfinder GPS Settings 138 Sets the GPS functions SLT A55V only Power Save 151 Sets the interval after which power save mode engages CTRL FOR HDMI Operates the camera from a TV that support 136 BRAVIA Sync fy Language 152 Selects the language Help Guide Display 151 Sets the display of the help guide for explaining functions displayed during operation oe bf w Q irXA 12 Upload Settings 147 Sets the upload function of the camera when using
97. etup uu 28 Delete isins ona ia 132 Depth of field ote 70 Digital level gauge eee 40 Diopter adjustment 0 0 29 Disc creation s es 168 DPOF setup see 172 D Range Optimizer 000 107 xapu E Enlarged image eeeeeee 124 ENV SOHO i ccc cree 78 101 119 Exposure 270 Exposure compensation 101 Exposure mode s s s 70 Eyec p eannan 31 Eyepiece Sensors 39 Eye Start AF eseese 39 F Face Detection s s ssesseeseseeeeeeee 93 File Number 145 Fill flash Flash bracket Flash compensation 0 103 Flash control s s s 104 Flash mode eceseceeeseteeeeeees 96 Flash Offan 59 96 Fr button asenin 46 Focal length 176 BOCUS 33545 csciatdssepeseesdediateageraceeieanes 85 Focus indicator eeeseeeeees 86 Focus Magnifier 91 Focus MOde cseceeeseeseeeeeeeeees 88 Focus lock ececeseeseeeeteeeeeeeees 87 Folder Name sessies 145 POrMativcs wvosaccevavecnieaaiee 146 G GPS assist data 139 200 GPS Auto Time Cor 140 GPS On Off 0 138 H Hand held Night Shot 0 63 Help Guide disp High ISO NR ee High speed Sync Histogram s es l Image Index s siseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 125 Image quality occ 143 Image size ennenen 141 ISO sensitivity 0 106 J JPEG eis an ARRASON 143 L Lands ape iisiececcisssssssssscntvdeatesses 63 Language 152 LCD brightness 153 LCD moni
98. evices incompatible with the AVCHD format This camera also uses MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording For this reason movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Discs recorded with HD image quality high definition can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices DVD based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs as they are incompatible with the AVCHD format Also DVD based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs On GPS compatible devices SLT A55V only To determine whether your camera supports GPS function check the model name of your camera GPS compatible SLT A55V GPS incompatible SLT A55 A33 e Use GPS in accordance with regulations of countries and regions where you use it e If you do not record the location information set GPS On Off to Off page 138 e In an airplane make sure to turn off the camera following cabin announcements Warning on copyright Television programs films videotapes and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images and are not actual images shot using this camera On the data specifications described in this Ins
99. ff ISO 106 AUTO Metering Mode 105 Multi segment Flash Compensation 103 0 0 White Balance 112 AWB Auto white balance Color Temp Color Filter 113 5500K Color Filter 0 Custom white balance 114 5500K DRO Auto HDR 107 D Range Optimizer Auto Creative Style 110 Standard Scene Selection 63 Portrait Recording menu Items Reset to Image Size 141 L 16M SLT A55 A55V L 14M SLT A33 Image Aspect Ratio 143 3 2 Image Quality 143 Fine Movie Size 142 1920 x 1080 156 Items Reset to Movie File Format 82 AVCHD Movie Audio Rec 82 On SteadyShot 57 On Panorama Size 142 Standard Panorama Direction 68 Right 3D Pan Image Size 142 16 9 3D Pan Direction 68 Right Flash control 104 ADI flash AF Illuminator 98 Auto Color Space 111 sRGB Long Exposure NR 149 On High ISO NR 149 Auto Custom menu Items Reset to Eye Start AF 39 Off FINDER LCD Setting 154 Auto AEL button 150 AEL hold Focus Magnifier 150 Off Focus Hold Button 150 Focus Hold Red Eye Reduction 98 Off Release w oLens 151 Disable Grid Line 154 Off Histogram 102 Off Display Rec Data 41 For Live View Auto Review 154 Off Auto Cont Advance 62 Auto Auto Image Extract 62 Auto Playback menu Items Reset to Slide Show
100. for continuous shooting or continuous bracketing images even when you set it to Auto e When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection you cannot select Weak e Noise reduction is not performed on RAW images 149 dn as snoA Guihueyy Changing the function of the buttons The function of the AEL button can be selected from the following two functions Holding the locked exposure value by pressing the AEL button while the button is held down AEL hold Holding the locked exposure value by pressing the AEL button until the button is pressed again AEL toggle MENU button 1 AEL button Select the desired setting Notes While the exposure value is locked appears on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder Be careful not to reset the setting e The AEL hold and AEL toggle settings affect the manual shift page 78 in the manual exposure mode e When AEL toggle is selected be sure to press the AEL button again to release the lock If you use a lens equipped with a focus hold button you can change the function of the button to preview a shot MENU button x 1 Focus Hold Button D 0 F Preview You can zoom the image to check the focus using the TD button during shooting MENU button t 1 Focus Magnifier On Changing other settings Selects the sound produced when the shutter is locked during self timer countdown etc
101. for the camera to take in light resulting in a darker picture To take a brighter picture you can open the aperture the hole through which the light passes to some extent in order to adjust the amount of light the camera takes in at one time The brightness of the picture adjusted by the shutter speed and aperture is called exposure This section will show you how to adjust the exposure and enjoy various photo expressions by the use of movement focus and light 70 This mode is suitable for Using the automatic exposure while keeping the custom settings for ISO sensitivity Creative Style D Range optimizer etc 1 Set the mode dial to P 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings pages 85 to 120 e To fire the flash press the button 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject 71 sa ew Guljooys This mode is suitable for Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur everything in front of and beyond the subject Opening the aperture narrows the range that is in focus Depth of field becomes shallower Shooting the depth of the scenery Narrowing down the aperture widens the range that is in focus Depth of field becomes deeper 1 Set the mode dial to A 72 2 Select the aperture value F number with the control dial e Smaller F number The foreground and background of the subject are blurred Larger F number The subject and its
102. from 3 or more satellites e As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all depending on the location and time you use the camera e GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees etc Use the camera in open sky environments e You may not be able to record location information at locations or in situations where radio signals 196 from the GPS satellites do not reach the camera as follows In tunnels indoors or under the shade of buildings Between tall buildings or at narrow streets surrounded by buildings In underground locations locations surrounded by dense trees under an elevated bridge or in locations where magnetic fields are generated such as near high voltage cables Near devices that generate radio signals of the same frequency band as the camera near 1 5 GHz band mobile telephones etc On triangulating errors e If you move to another location right after turning on the camera it may take a longer time for the camera to start triangulating compared to when you stay in the same place e If triangulating fails previously triangulated location information may be writ
103. g the orange index marks on the lens and camera 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position e Be sure to put the lens on straight Notes e When attaching a lens do not press the lens release button Do not use force when attaching a lens E mount lenses are not compatible with this camera e When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided attach the lens onto the tripod using the tripod socket provided to help balance the weight of the lens 26 To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops 2 Replace the packaging lid on the lens and attach the body cap to the camera e Before you attach them remove dust from them e Arear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18 55mm F3 5 5 6 SAM Lens Kit When you store the lens without attaching it to the camera purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC R55 Note on changing the lens When changing the lens if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the image sensor the part that acts as the film it may appear on the image depending on the shooting environment The camera is equipped with an anti dust function to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor However quickly change the lens away from dusty locations when attaching removing a lens If dust or debris lands on the image sensor Clean the image sensor using Cle
104. ger the number the higher the sensitivity 1 Press ISO on the control button to display the ISO screen 2 Select the desired setting with A V on the control button The larger the number the higher the noise level e If you select Multi Frame NR select the desired value with lt gt Notes e When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection ISO is fixed to AUTO and you cannot select other ISO numbers e When the exposure mode is set to P A S and ISO is set to AUTO ISO is automatically set between ISO 100 and ISO 1600 The AUTO setting is not provided in exposure mode M If you change the exposure mode to M with the AUTO setting it is switched to 100 Set the ISO according to your shooting conditions Multi frame noise reduction Multi Frame NR The camera automatically shoots multiple images continuously combines the images reduces the noise and records one image In Multi Frame NR you can select larger ISO numbers than the maximum ISO sensitivity The image recorded is one combined image Notes e Press and hold the shutter button until the continuous shooting stops e When Image Quality is set to RAW or RAW amp JPEG this function cannot be used The flash D Range optimizer and Auto HDR cannot be used 106 Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically D Range D RANGE button Select the D RANGE button desired setting
105. h time you charge the battery the internal rechargeable battery may be dead Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack in the camera or connect the camera to a wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor sold separately and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off On memory cards Do not attach a label etc on a memory card or a card adaptor This may cause a malfunction Notes on recording playback e When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card and is unrecoverable Save precious data on a computer etc If you repeatedly record delete images fragmentation of data may occur on the memory card Movies may not be able to be saved or recorded In such a case save your images to a computer or other storage location then format the memory card page 146 Before you record one time events make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly This camera is neither dust proof nor splash proof nor water proof Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens or the viewfinder This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes Or it may cause a malfunct
106. harged battery pack page 18 e The battery pack is dead page 23 Replace it with a new one Cannot turn on the camera e Install the battery pack correctly page 20 e The battery pack is discharged Install a charged battery pack page 18 e The battery pack is dead page 23 Replace it with a new one 179 S13410 The power turns off suddenly e If you do not operate the camera for given period of time the camera turns to power saving mode and nearly shuts down To cancel the power save operate the camera such as pressing the shutter button halfway down page 151 The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pack e You can use an NP FW50 battery pack only Make sure that the battery is NP FWS0 e If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time the CHARGE lamp may flash The CHARGE lamp flashes in two ways fast about 0 15 second intervals and slow about 1 5 second intervals If it is flashing fast remove the battery pack and reattach the same battery pack securely If the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again it suggests that there is something wrong with the battery pack Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack Charging will resume and the CHARGE lamp will be lit when the ambient temperature returns to within the suitable temperature Charge the battery pack under the suitabl
107. he access lamp is not lit then open the cover and push the memory card once Access lamp To check the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the screen TA cy By You cannot shoot High m Low any more pictures What is an InfoLITHIUM battery pack An InfoLITHIUM battery pack is a lithium ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera Using the InfoLITHIUM battery pack the remaining battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating conditions of your camera The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances Do not expose the battery pack to water The battery pack is not water resistant e Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places such as in a car or under direct sunlight Battery level 22 Effective use of the battery pack e Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings So the time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places and the speed of continuous shooting slows down We recommend that you put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up and insert it in your camera immediately before you start shooting e The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently use continuous shooting often or tu
108. he lens surface 35 eiawed ay Hunedald Tf dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor the part that acts as the film it may appear on the photo image depending on the shooting environment If there is dust on the image sensor clean the image sensor following the steps below Notes e Cleaning cannot be performed when the battery level is 50 or less e The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning Stop cleaning immediately and turn the camera off The use of an AC PW20 AC Adaptor sold separately is recommended The cleaning should be completed quickly Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body To clean the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera 1 Confirm that the battery is fully charged page 22 2 Press the MENU button then select 2 with lt gt on the control button MENU button 3 Select Cleaning Mode with A V then press the center of the control button 36 4 Select Enter with A and press the center of the control button The image sensor vibrates for a short time and eliminates dust from the sensor 5 Turn off the camera To clean the image sensor using a blower If another cleaning is needed after using the cleaning mode clean the image sensor using a blower following the steps below 1 Perform the cleaning operation described i
109. hot with the camera and display them on the computer e To organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them e To retouch red eye reduction etc print and send still images as e mail attachments change the shooting date e To display the shooting location of the image on the map SLT A55V only e To print or save still images with the date e To create a data disc using a CD burner drive or DVD burner drive To create Blu ray discs AVCHD format discs or DVD discs from AVCHD format movies imported to a computer An internet connection 163 Jayndwoo e uo safew Guimai environment is required when a Blu ray disc DVD disc is created for the first time Notes e PMB is not compatible with Macintosh computers The confirmation message of the Information tool appears on the screen when starting PMB for the first time Select Start This function informs you of news such as software updates You can change the setting later To use PMB refer to PMB Help Double click the shortcut of PMB Help on the desktop Or click Start All Programs gt PMB PMB Help PMB support page English only http www sony co jp pmb se 164 Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera or connect the camera to a wall outlet wall socket using the AC PW20 AC Adaptor sold separately 2 Tu
110. indicate a battery error or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been installed Check that the battery pack is the specified type If the battery pack is the specified type remove the battery pack replace it with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates correctly If the battery charger operates correctly a battery error may have occurred e If the battery charger is dirty charging may not be performed successfully Clean the battery charger with dry cloth etc To use your camera abroad Power sources You can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC PW20 AC Adaptor sold separately in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Note e Do not use an electronic transformer travel converter as this may cause a malfunction 19 eiawed ay Hunedald Inserting the battery pack memory card sold separately 1 While sliding the cover open lever open the cover 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery _ Namal LoS 3 Insert a memory card e With the notched corner facing as illustrated insert the memory card until it clicks into place Ensure the notched corner faces correctly 4 Close the cover 20 Available memory cards e Only Memory Stick PRO Duo media Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media SD memory cards SDHC memory c
111. ing for a long time the temperature inside the camera has increased to an unacceptable level Stop recording Contains no still images Contains no movies e There is no image in the memory card Recording is unavailable in this movie format e Set Movie File Format to MP4 Image protected e You tried to delete protected images a0 The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the camera is possible Unable to print e You tried to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark For e Unable to register to the database file Import all the images to a computer using PMB and recover the memory card Camera overheating Allow it to cool The camera has become hot because you have been shooting continuously Turn the power off Cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again 190 Camera Error System Error e Turn the power off remove the battery pack then re insert it If the message appears frequently consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Image Database File error Reboot e There is something wrong occurred in the Image Database File Execute Recover Image DB page 147 Image Database File error Recover e You cannot record or play back AVCHD format movies because the Image Database File is damaged Follow the on screen instructions to recover data Unabl
112. ing function Continuous shooting 116 Hand held Twilight 63 Slow Sync 96 Auto HDR 108 Daylight Sync Slow Shutter 61 safew Guljooys To set the continuous shooting MENU button 2 Auto Cont Advance Select the desired setting To select the storage method to be used for recorded images In continuous shooting you can select a storage method that allows the camera either to store one appropriate image from among the continuously shot images or store all the images MENU button 2 Auto Image Extract Select the desired setting Notes Even when you set Auto Image Extract to Off with Hand held Twilight selected from recognized scene mode one combined image is saved The numbers of images that were not saved are skipped when the images are extracted 62 Shooting with a suitable setting for the subject Selecting an appropriate mode for the subject or the shooting conditions allows you to shoot the image with a suitable setting for the subject When you turn the mode dial the explanation of the selected mode and methods of shooting are displayed on the screen Help Guide Display This mode is suitable for Shooting with preset settings according to the scene 1 Set the mode dial to SCN Scene Selection 2 Press the center of the control button 3 Select the desired mode with A V then press the center of the control
113. ion of your camera Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation The camera may not be able to record or play back properly Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions If moisture condensation occurs remove it before using the camera page 192 Do not shake or strike the camera In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images this may render the memory card unusable or cause image data breakdown damage or loss 193 S13410 e Clean the flash surface before use The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface resulting in insufficient light emission e Keep the camera supplied accessories etc out of the reach of children A memory card etc may be swallowed If such a problem occurs consult a doctor immediately 194 AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition HD signal of either the 1080i specification or the 720p specification using efficient data compression coding technology The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 format is adopted to compress video data and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 for
114. is set to 100 In M mode the ISO setting AUTO is not available Set the ISO sensitivity as necessary page 106 e Press the button when you shoot with the flash However the flash range differs according to the aperture value When you shoot with the flash check the flash range page 98 Manual shift You can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination without changing the exposure you set Rotate the control dial while pressing the AEL button to select the shutter speed and aperture value combination AEL button 78 This mode is suitable for Shooting trails of light such as fireworks Shooting trails of stars 1 Set the mode dial to M 2 Rotate the control dial to the left until BULB is indicated BULB F5 6 2 110 3 While pressing the A button rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture F number 79 safew uoys 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus 5 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting As long as the shutter button is pressed the shutter remains open Shooting techniques e Use a tripod e Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks etc When the infinity position of the lens is not known first adjust the focus on fireworks that is set off in the same general area then shoot them e Use the Wireless Remote Commander sold separa
115. lash output AF Illuminator 98 Sets the AF illuminator which sheds light on a dark scene to aid focusing Color Space 111 Changes the range of reproducible colors 01258 aa 9 a a Long Exposure NR 149 Sets noise reduction processing for shots in which shutter speed will be 1 second or longer 5 High ISO NR 149 Sets noise reduction processing for high sensitivity shooting 50 Custom menu O 2 aa 9 a Eye Start AF 39 Sets whether or not to use auto focus when you look through viewfinder FINDER LCD Setting Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder 154 and LCD monitor AEL button 150 Sets the operation method of the AE lock button for fixing exposure during shooting Focus Hold Button 150 Sets the function of the focus hold button of the lens Focus Magnifier 150 Sets whether or not to assign the T Delete button to the functions used with the Focus Magnifier feature Red Eye Reduction 98 Reduces the red eye phenomenon during flash use Release w oLens 151 Sets whether shutter can open when lens is not attached O iti 2 eon Grid Line 154 Sets a grid line display to enable alignment to a structural outline Histogram 102 Sets whether or not to include the histogram display when switching screen display Display Rec Data 41
116. le are the same Notes e For operations such as importing AVCHD movies to the computer use PMB e Use PMB to import the movies with GPS location information to a computer SLT A55V only e When the camera is connected to the computer if you operate AVCHD format movies or folders from the connected computer images may be damaged or cannot be played Do not delete or copy AVCHD format movies on the memory card from the computer Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer Importing images to the computer Macintosh 1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first Double click the newly recognized icon on the desktop the folder where the images you want to import are stored 2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon The image files are copied to the hard disk 166 3 Double click the hard disk icon the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files The image is displayed Note e Use iMovie bundled with a Macintosh computer to import or operate AVCHD format movies Perform the procedures from step to 3 below before e Disconnecting the USB cable e Removing the memory card e Turning off the camera 1 Double click the disconnect icon Windows Vista on the tasktray JEE OG 16 42 Windows XP S 12 00PM Disconnect icon 2 Click USB Mass Storage Device Stop 3 Confirm the devi
117. le for viewing smooth video images on a high definition TV Movies shot with this camera are recorded in AVCHD format approximately 60 fields sec 1080 60i compatible devices or 50 fields sec 1080 50i compatible devices in interlace mode with Dolby Digital audio AVCHD format e To check if your camera is a 1080 60i compatible device or 1080 50i compatible device check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera 1080 60i compatible device 60i 1080 50i compatible device 50i MP4 This file format is suitable for WEB uploads e mail attachments or playing back on computers Movies shot with this camera are recorded in MPEG 4 format at approximately 30 frames sec 1080 60i compatible devices or approximately 25 frames sec 1080 50i compatible devices in progressive mode with AAC audio mp4 format Audio recording When you record movies the operating noise of the camera or lens may be recorded You can reduce the noise of the camera by using a tripod and setting the SteadyShot function to off You can also record movies without audio MENU button 1 Movie Audio Rec Off 82 To change the size MENU button f 1 Movie Size Select the desired size For details see page 142 Available recording time for a movie The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera Memory Stick PRO Duo
118. lect Movie 2 Select the desired movie with lt gt on the control button then press the center of the control button During movie playback Control button control dial operation To pause resume J To fast forward gt To fast rewind lt To slow forward Rotate the control dial to the right during pause To slow reverse Rotate the control dial to the left during pause To adjust sound volume vV aAlv To display the information A To adjust the volume MENU button gt 2 Volume Settings Select the desired valve 122 To select the date of movies to be played back Movies are stored by date MENU button gt 2 Select Date Select the desired date Note e Movies recorded with other devices may not be played back on this camera 1 Display the image you want to BSL Oo iz rotate then press the button R button 2 Press the center of the control button The image is rotated counter clockwise When you want to do another rotation repeat step 2 e Once you rotate the image the image is played back in the rotated position even if you turn off the power To return to the normal playback screen Press the gt button Notes e You cannot rotate movies e When you copy rotated images to a computer PMB contained on the CD ROM supplied can display the rotated images correctly However the images may not be rotated d
119. length pan or tilt the camera more slowly than when you use a wide angle lens Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway so that you can lock the focus exposure and white balance If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge the image composition may fail In such case adjust the frame composition so that the section is in the center of the image then shoot again e You can select the image size MENU button 2 Panorama Size To create 3D images Set the mode dial to 4 Sweep Shooting select 3D Sweep Panorama and shoot the image Using the same operation as that for Sweep Panorama the camera records multiple images and combines them to create a 3D image You can view these 3D images using a 3D compatible TV For details on 3D shooting see page 198 To set the pan or tilt direction You can set the direction in which to pan or tilt the camera MENU button f 2 Panorama Direction or 3D Pan Direction Select the desired setting 68 This mode is suitable for Shooting a fast moving subject continuously to capture a moment Shooting a child s expressions changing continuously from moment to moment 1 Set the mode dial to SLT A55 A55V or SLT A33 Cont Priority AE 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subjects e The camera continues to shoot while the shutter button is pressed fully down e The ca
120. lur is occurred you may not obtain good HDR images If the camera has detected a problem D is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation Shoot again as necessary paying attention to the contrast or blur 109 uolj9uny unooys ay Huisp Image processing Selecting your desired image processing Creative Style In addition to the desired image processing you can adjust the exposure shutter speed and aperture as you like with Creative Style unlike Scene Selection where the camera adjusts the exposure 1 Fn button Creative Style Select the desired setting 2 When you want to adjust Contrast Saturation or 9 Sharpness select the desired item with lt gt on the control button then adjust the value with A V cstat Standard For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors viva Vivid 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 ortt Portrait For shooting the skin color in a soft tone ideally suited to shooting portraits Landt Landscape The saturation contrast and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp scenery Distant landscapes also stand out more Sunsett Sunset For shooting the beautiful red of the setting sun zw Black amp White
121. mat enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs hard disk drive flash memory memory card etc Recording and playback on your camera Based on the AVCHD format your camera records with the high definition image quality HD mentioned below Video signal 1080 60i compatible device MPEG 4 AVC H 264 1920 x 1080 60 1080 50i compatible device MPEG 4 AVC H 264 1920 x 1080 50i Audio signal Dolby Digital 2ch Recording media Memory card 1 1080i specification A high definition specification which utilizes 1 080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system 2 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system 3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera 195 S13410 GPS SLT A55V only This system allows you to pinpoint your exact location on the earth The GPS satellites are located in 6 orbits 20 000 km above the earth The GPS system consists of 24 or more GPS satellites A GPS receiver receives radio signals from the satellites and calculates the current location of the receiver based on the orbital information almanac data and travel time of the signals etc Determining a location is called triangulating A GPS receiver can determine the location s latitude and longitude by receiving signals
122. mera records the images continuously at a maximum of about 10 images per second SLT A55 A55V or at a maximum of about 7 images per second SLT A33 Shooting technique e When the autofocus mode is set to Continuous AF the focus and the exposure continue to be adjusted during shooting When it is set to Single shot AF you can adjust the aperture using the control dial The focus is fixed at the first image Notes e The Face Detection function is turned off e When Auto HDR is selected the DRO process is performed temporarily according to the DRO setting Our measurement conditions The speed of continuous shooting is slower depending on shooting conditions 69 safew uoys Shooting an image the way you want it Exposure mode With an Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera you can adjust the shutter speed how long the shutter is open and aperture the range that is in focus depth of field to enjoy a variety of photographic expressions Adjusting the shutter speed and aperture not only creates the photographic effects of movement and focus but also determines the brightness of the image by controlling the amount of exposure the amount of light the camera takes in which is the most important factor in photo shooting Changing the brightness of the picture by the amount of exposure Amount of exposure When using a faster shutter speed the camera opens the shutter for a shorter time This means less time
123. n Declaration of Conformity Trade Name SONY Model No SLT A33 Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127 U S A Telephone No 858 942 2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment 4 Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient
124. n steps 1 to 4 of To clean the image sensor automatically using the cleaning mode of the camera 2 Detach the lens page 27 3 Push the Y mark on the mirror lock lever with a finger to lift up the mirror e Be careful not to touch the surface of the mirror Mirror lock lever 37 eiawed ay Hunedald 4 Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area e Do not touch the image sensor with the tip of the blower and do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount e Hold the camera s face downward to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera Complete the cleaning quickly e Also clean the back of the mirror using a blower 5 After the cleaning is finished lower the mirror with a finger until it clicks Lower the frame of the mirror back down with a finger Be careful not to touch the surface of the mirror Lower the mirror down until it locks firmly 6 Attach the lens and turn the camera off e Confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens Notes e After the cleaning is finished confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens Otherwise the lens may be scratched or this may be the cause of additional trouble Also if the mirror is not locked down firmly the autofocus does not work during shooting e You cannot shoot while the mirror is lifted up 38 Screen indicators
125. n that keeps the camera from moving In LCD monitor mode In viewfinder mode Point One hand holds the grip of the camera and the other hand supports the lens Point Take a secure stance with your feet shoulder width apart 56 Point Lightly tuck your elbows against your body When shooting in a kneeling position steady your upper body by placing your elbow on your knee Camera shake warning indicator Due to potential camera shake the Wa Camera shake warning indicator flashes In this case use a tripod or the E B flash es E a all Wa Camera shake warning indicator Note e The 4a Camera shake warning indicator is displayed only in the modes that automatically set the shutter speed This indicator is not displayed in M S modes The SteadyShot function can reduce the effect of camera shake by the equivalent of approximately 2 5 to 4 Ev in shutter speed The SteadyShot function is set to On in the default setting The SteadyShot scale indicator The mil SteadyShot scale indicator shows the camera shake status Wait until the scale becomes low then start shooting wall SteadyShot scale indicator To deactivate the SteadyShot function MENU button fa 1 SteadyShot Off 57 safew Guljooys Note e The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on right after you point the camera towards a subject or when the shutt
126. nding on the format type used e Formatting may take several minutes depending on the memory card 146 When inconsistencies are found in the image database file of movies caused by processing movies on computers etc movies on the memory card will not be played back in this form If this happens the camera repairs the file MENU button 1 Recover Image DB Enter Note e Use a sufficiently charged battery Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the number of recordable still images on the memory card MENU button 1 Display Card Space Sets whether or not you use the upload function when using an Eye Fi card commercially available This item appears when an Eye Fi card is inserted in the camera MENU button amp 2 Upload Settings Select the desired setting The status indicators in communication Standby No images are to be sent Upload standby Connecting Uploading Error 147 dnjas anoA Guibueyy Notes e Before using an Eye Fi card set up the wireless LAN access point and forwarding destination For details refer to the operating manual supplied with the Eye Fi card e Eye Fi cards are sold in the U S A Canada Japan and some countries in the EU as of March in 2010 For more information please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly e
127. ng the flash shoot the subject at a distance of 1 m 3 3 feet or greater e When shooting indoors or shooting nightscapes you can use slow sync to shoot a brighter image of people and backgrounds e You can use rear sync to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such as a moving bicycle or a walking person e When using the HVL FS8AM HVL F42AM Flash sold separately you can shoot with the High speed sync feature at any shutter speed For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the flash Notes Do not hold the camera by grabbing the flash emitter Shooting conditions required to prevent shadows from appearing on an image vary depending on the lens When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection the Slow Sync Rear Sync and Wireless items cannot be selected When the exposure mode is set to P A S M the Flash Off or Autoflash items cannot be selected If you do not want to use the flash push the flash down e If you use the flash with a stereo microphone or similar device attached to the Auto lock Accessory shoe the flash may not pop up to the correct position and recorded images may have a shadow on their corners Remove any device from the Auto lock Accessory shoe 97 uolj9uny Hurjooys ay Husn The flash range The range of the built in flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value Refer to the following table Aperture
128. not always the same e When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure with AE AF lock are extremely different in brightness color and focus the shooting will not be successful If this happens change the lock angle and shoot again e Sweep Panorama is not suitable when shooting Subjects are moving Subjects are too close to the camera Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles and subjects with little contrast such as sky sandy beach or lawn Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls Subjects with the sun or electric lights etc that are much brighter than surroundings e Sweep Panorama recording may be discontinued in the following situations You pan or tilt the camera too fast or too slow There is too much camera shake The camera continues shooting during Sweep Panorama recording and the shutter keeps clicking until the end of the shooting 67 safew Guljooys Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan or tilt the camera in an arc with a Vertical Horizontal direction constant velocity and in the same direction direction as the indication on the screen Sweep Panorama is better suited for R still subjects rather than moving ones TS SH amp LL Radius as short as possible e In Sweep Panorama it is recommended that you use a wide angle lens e When you use a lens that has a long focal
129. ntrast of light and shadow on the subject For the actual steps of shooting refer to the operating instructions of the flash 1 Attach the wireless flash to the Auto lock Accessory shoe and turn both the camera and the flash on 2 Fn button 4 Flash Mode Wireless 3 Remove the wireless flash from the Auto lock Accessory shoe and pop up the built in flash e If you perform a test fire of the flash press the AEL button Notes The camera cannot carry out the wireless lighting ratio control Turn off the wireless flash mode after wireless flash shooting If the built in flash is used while the wireless flash mode is still active inaccurate flash exposures will result e Change the channel of the external flash when another photographer is using a wireless flash nearby and his her built in flash light causes your external flash to fire To change the channel of the external flash refer to the operating instructions supplied with it Setup of the AEL button When using a wireless flash it is recommended that you set AEL button to AEL hold in the Custom menu page 150 99 uonauny Hurjooys ay usn Adjusting the brightness of the image Exposure Flash compensation Metering When shooting into the sun or by a window the exposure may not be appropriate for the subject because of the big difference in lighting between the subject and the background In such cases use the light meter whe
130. of age Before allowing them to watch 3D images please consult with an expert such as a pediatric or ophthalmic doctor Be sure to make sure your children follow the precautions above No compensation for contents of the recording The contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or a memory card etc Back up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of data loss always copy back up data to other medium Notes on the LCD monitor electronic viewfinder lens and image sensor The LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high precision technology so over 99 99 of the pixels are operational for effective use However there may be some tiny black points and or bright points white red blue or green in color that constantly appear on the LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in any way When you change your focus on the viewfinder red green or blue flickers may appear on the screen This is not a malfunction These flickers are not recorded on the image Do not hold the camera by taking hold of the LCD monitor Do not expose the camera to sunlight or shoot sunward for a long time The internal mechanism may be damaged If sunlight is focused on a nearby object it may cause a fire e There is a magnet on the
131. of selecting a function with the control button and the Fn button from the list displayed on the screen is described as follows we explain the process with the default icons Example Fn button AWB White Balance Select the desired setting The operation guide list The operation guide also indicates operations other than the control button operation The indications of icons are as follows MENU MENU button gt Returns with MENU button T Delete button Q Zoom in button Q Q Zoom out button m gt Playback button ail Control dial Help guide The Help Guide shows the information on a function selected with the Fn button MENU button etc You can also turn it off page 151 46 This button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shooting 1 Press the Fn button 2 Select the desired item with 4 o lt gt on the control button then 4 press the center to execute F The setup screen appears on 1s0 o Metering Mode C Flash Compensation White Balance AWB DRO Auto HDR S Creative Style 4 Select__mChange _ More 3 Following the operation guide White Balance select and execute the desired function e For details on how to set up each item AWB Daylight see the corresponding page 4 Select Exit T Operation guide
132. ol down before trying this corrective procedure e If an AC Adaptor sold separately is used disconnect the power plug Connect the power plug and turn on the camera again If the camera does not work after doing these solutions consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility The five bars of the SteadyShot scale flashes e The SteadyShot function does not work You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work Turn the camera off and on If the SteadyShot scale continues to flash consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility 187 S130 E is indicated on the screen e Remove the memory card and insert it again If this procedure does not turn off the indication format the memory card 188 Warning messages If the following messages appear follow the instructions below Incompatible battery Use correct model e An incompatible battery pack is being used Set Area Date Time Set the area and date time If you have not used the camera for a long time charge the internal rechargeable battery pages 28 192 Power insufficient e You tried to perform Cleaning Mode when the battery level is insufficient Charge the battery pack or use the AC Adaptor sold separately Memory Card Error e An incompatible memory card is inserted or the format has failed Reinsert memory card The inserted memory card
133. on is applied on the negative side the histogram will shift to the other side Both ends of the histogram show a high key or low key portion It is impossible to restore these area with a computer later Adjust the exposure if necessary and shoot again Notes The histogram does not indicate the final recorded image It indicates the condition of the image just monitored on the screen The histogram will differ based on aperture setting etc The histogram differs between shooting and playback in the following situations When firing the flash When the subject has low intensity such as night scenery When shooting with the flash you can adjust the amount of flash light alone without changing the exposure compensation You can only change the exposure of a main subject which is within the flash range 103 uonauny Hurjooys ay Huisp Fn button g Flash Compensation Select the desired setting Toward Makes the flash level higher Toward Makes the flash level lower Notes e This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO Sweep Panorama or Scene Selection The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash If the subject is very close the lower flash effect may not be visible Exposure compensation and flash compensation Exposure compensation changes the shutter speed aperture
134. or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 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 CE Hereby Sony Corporation declares that this SLT A55V Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999 5 EC For details please access the following URL http www compliance sony de 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 service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters 9 8 feet Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit Notice
135. re the subject is bright enough and lock the exposure before shooting To reduce the brightness of the subject point the camera forwards a spot that is brighter than the subject and use the light meter to lock the exposure of the entire image To make the subject brighter point the camera forwards a spot that is darker than the subject and use the light meter to lock the exposure of the entire image This section describes how to shoot a brighter image of the subject using the J Spot The spot where you lock the exposure 1 Fn button amp Metering Mode amp Spot 2 Adjust the focus on the portion you want to lock the exposure The exposure is set when the focus is achieved 100 3 Press the AEL button to lock the AEL button exposure AE lock mark appears 1 500 F4 5 2ritesds 128 4 While pressing the AEL button focus on the subject and shoot the subject e If you continue to shoot with the same exposure value press and hold the AEL button after the shooting The setting is canceled when the button is released Except for exposure mode M the exposure is automatically selected Automatic exposure Based on the exposure acquired by the automatic exposure you can perform exposure compensation by shifting the exposure to either the side or the side depending on your preference You can make the entire image brighter by shifting to the side The entire image becomes
136. res will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject If the ISO is changed the flash range also changes with it page 98 The date and time are recorded incorrectly e Set the correct date and time page 28 e The area selected with Area Setting is different from the actual area Set up Area Setting again page 28 The aperture value and or shutter speed flashes when you press the shutter button halfway down e Since the subject is too bright or too dark it is beyond the available range of the camera Adjust the setting again The image is whitish Flare Blurring of light appears on the image Ghosting e The picture was taken under a strong light source and excessive light has entered the lens Attach a lens hood sold separately The corners of the picture are too dark e If any filter or hood is used take it off and try shooting again Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood the filter or the hood may partially appear in the image The optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark insufficient light 182 The eyes of the subject come out red e Activate the red eye reduction function page 98 Get close to the subject and shoot the subject within the flash range using the flash page 98 Dots appear and remain on the LCD monitor e This is not a malfunction These dots are not recorded
137. restricted when the camera is connected to a TV using an HDMI cable Only TVs that support BRAVIA Sync can provide these operations The SYNC Menu operations differ depending on the TV connected For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV e If the camera performs unnecessary operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the camera is connected to another manufacturer s TV using an HDMI connection set CTRL FOR HDMI in the Setup menu to Off 136 When you view images on a TV screen the camera and TV must use the same TV color system NTSC system 1080 60i Bahama Islands Bolivia Canada Central America Chile Colombia Ecuador Jamaica Japan Korea Mexico Peru Surinam Taiwan the Philippines the U S A Venezuela etc PAL system 1080 50i Australia Austria Belgium China Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Finland Germany Holland Hong Kong Hungary Indonesia Italy Kuwait Malaysia New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Rumania Singapore Slovak Republic Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand Turkey United Kingdom Viet Nam etc PAL M system 1080 50i Brazil PAL N system 1080 50i Argentina Paraguay Uruguay SECAM system 1080 50i Bulgaria France Greece Guiana Iran Iraq Monaco Russia Ukraine etc 137 uonauny Burmaa ayy Guisp GPS setting SLT A55V only If the camera has acquired location information using the built in GPS feature
138. rgeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries call toll free 1 800 822 8837 or visit http www tbre org Caution Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium Ion batteries Battery pack This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 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 Services 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 SLT A55V Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127 U S A Telephone No 858 942 2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operatio
139. rn on the computer then press the gt Playback button 3 Check that USB Connection in 4 2 is set to Mass Storage 4 Connect the camera to your computer e When a USB connection is established for the first time your computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera Wait for a while To a USB terminal of the To computer he USB terminal Importing images to the computer Windows PMB allows you to easily import images For details on PMB functions see the PMB Help Importing images to the computer without using PMB When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between the camera and a computer click Open folder to view files gt OK DCIM or MP_ROOT copy the desired images to the computer 165 Jayndwoo e uo safew Guimai File name Folder The type of file File name DCIM folder JPEG file DSCOONOOO JPG JPEG file Adobe RGB _DSCOOOO JPG RAW file DSCOONOOO ARW RAW file Adobe RGB _DSCOOOO ARW MP_ROOT folder MP4 file 1440 x 1080 MAHOOOOO MpP4 MP4 file VGA MAQOOO00 Mp4 OOOO file number stands for any number within the range of 0001 to 9999 e When Image Quality is set to RAW amp JPEG the numerical portions of the name of a RAW data file and its corresponding JPEG fi
140. rn the camera on and off frequently Battery life e The battery life is limited Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more and as time passes If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life Buy a new battery pack e The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry cool place to prolong the battery life Notes on using memory cards e Do not strike bend or drop the memory card e Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present e The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time Be careful when you handle it e When the access lamp is lit do not remove the memory card or the battery pack or turn off the power The data may be corrupted e Data may be damaged if you place the memory card near strongly magnetized material or use the memory card in a static prone or electrically noisy environment 23 eiaw
141. ror indicates that the value is beyond the expected range When the flash is used on a subject in close proximity or a subject with a bright color is in the frame If you register this value the 84 indicator turns yellow on the recording information display You can shoot at this point but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to get a more correct white balance value To call the custom white balance setting WEB on the control button n Custom Note e If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account Take pictures with the flash in later shootings 115 uonauny Hurjooys ay Husn amp Selecting the drive mode This camera has six drive modes such as single shot advanced and continuous advanced Use them to suit your purpose This mode is for normal shooting amp on the control button gt O Single shot Adv Note e When the exposure mode is set to Sports Action in Scene Selection you cannot shoot single shot The camera records the images continuously at the following speeds SLT A55 A55V SLT A33 Cy Hi Maximum 6 images per second Maximum 6 images per second Cyto Maximum 3 images per second Maximum 2 5 images per second Our measurement conditions The speed of continuous shooting is slower depending on shooting conditions 1 c on the control b
142. s images 143 O Sui Drive mode 116 RAW Image quality of still ow ge RAW J images 143 m FINE io g STD n GSS Focus mode 88 FH Image size of movies ac Sai very er Face Detection 93 9 ine batter qz7100 Remaining battery 22 Smile Shutter 94 Lor No audio recording of On On movies 82 Indication Display AF area 89 Iso AUTO co ISO sensitivity 106 White balance Auto Preset Custom Color temperature Color filter Port Landt Sunset EWY 7500K GO 112 w A D Range Optimizer Ta 107 Auto HDR 108 cst wat Creative Style 110 O Metering mode 105 w Exposure compensation 101 Metered Manual 78 GH Flash compensation 103 sanba EV scale 78 119 3 Display Indication 1 125 Shutter speed 75 F2 8 Aperture 72 1 0 Exposure 101 AE lock 100 E N SteadyShot 57 45 uoljesado 1no 310 3g Selecting a function setting You can select a function for shooting or playback with the one of buttons such as the Fn Function button or the MENU button When you start an operation an operation a guide of control button functions will be fa A IN displayed at the bottom of the screen A 4 Press A V lt 4 gt on the control L S4 button to move the cursor Press the center button to execute the selection In this Instruction Manual the process
143. t a RAW image with Image Quality the image size of the RAW image corresponds to L This size is not displayed on the screen 141 dnjas anoA Guibueyy You can set the image size of panoramic images The image size varies depending on the Panorama Direction or 3D Panorama Size setting page 68 MENU button f 2 Panorama Size or 3D Pan Image Size Select the desired size Panorama Size STD Standard Vertical 3872 x 2160 Horizontal 8192 x 1856 WIDE Wide Vertical 5536 x 2160 Horizontal 12416 x 1856 3D Pan Image Size t E 16 9 16 9 Horizontal 1920 x 1080 EDI STD Standard Horizontal 4912 x 1080 ED WIDE Wide Horizontal 7152 x 1080 The larger the image size the higher the image quality MENU button f 1 Movie Size Select the desired size AVCHD mode 1920 x 1080 17 Mbps Records with the highest image quality for viewing on a high definition TV MP4 mode 1440 x 1080 12 Mbps Records with high image quality for viewing on a high definition TV VGA 640 x 480 3 Mbps Records in the suitable size for WEB uploads 142 Note A telephoto image results except when the VGA image size is selected for movies SLT A33 only MENU button gt fa 1 Image Aspect Ratio Select the desired ratio 3 2 A normal ratio 1
144. t clock time by using GPS to acquire time information during starting up The time is corrected when the power is turned off MENU button gt amp 1 GPS Settings GPS Auto Time Cor 0n Notes GPS Auto Time Cor is invalid if GPS On Off is set to Off e You must set Date Time Setup on the camera before using it There may be discrepancies of a few seconds e Depending on the area it may not function correctly 140 Setting image size and image quality Image Size MENU button gt f 1 Image Size Select the desired size Image Aspect Ratio 3 2 SLT A55 A55V Image size Usage guidelines L 16M 4912 x 3264 pixels For prints up to A3 size M 8 4M 3568 x 2368 pixels For prints up to A4 size 4 0M 2448 x 1624 pixels For prints L 2L size SLT A33 Image size Usage guidelines L 14M 4592 x 3056 pixels For prints up to A3 size M 7 4M 3344 x 2224 pixels For prints up to A4 size 3 5M 2288 x 1520 pixels For prints L 2L size Image Aspect Ratio 16 9 SLT A55 A55V Image size Usage guidelines L 14M 4912 x 2760 pixels For viewing on a high definition M 7 1M 3568 x 2000 pixels TV 3 4M 2448 x 1376 pixels SLT A33 Image size Usage guidelines L 12M 4592 x 2576 pixels For viewing on a high definition M 6 3M 3344 x 1872 pixels TV 2 9M 2288 x 1280 pixels Note When you selec
145. te settings automatically sesan iiaii ea n airi 59 AUTO Shooting with the settings that the camera adjusts automatically scrissenu es 61 Shooting with a suitable setting for the subject 63 SCN Shooting with preset settings according to the scene Scene SelectiOn secccccsssssossssesssecesescseeesesenes 63 E41 Shooting panoramic images Sweep Shooting 66 w m Shooting continuously at high speed Continuous Advance Priority AE csssssssssssseseeessseteees 69 Shooting an image the way you want it Exposure mode EEFE EE S aaa EE S ER OENES 70 P Shooting with program auto 0 eee 71 A Shooting by controlling the blur of the background Aperture priority si ccssisensscrnsscsnsacanasvonvessacsnanseves 12 S Shooting a moving subject with various expressions Shutter speed priority 0 eects T5 M Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually Manual exposure ccseoerescessersreccessnennmoesernrasanss 7I M Shooting trails with long exposure BULB 79 Recording MOVIES cssceiorsscsssevsssersnadorssacasansone Available recording time for a movie Notes on continuous movie recording 0 0 0 0 Using the Selecting the focus method shooting function Using autofocus Shooting with your desired composition Focus lock EEE EE E E EE sequniatunpesaiticswibce 87 Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the subject Autofocus Mode sesssssssessesereserenenee 88 Selecting th
146. ted an image you cannot restore it Check whether to delete the image or not beforehand Note e Protected images cannot be deleted 1 Display the image you want to augos delete and press the p button CK f T button 2 Select Delete with A on the control button then press the center of the control button 1 MENU button gt 1 Delete Multiple Img 2 Select the images you want to delete with the control button then press the center of the control button A T mark appears on the selected image Mark uena OK Total number 3 To delete other images repeat step 2 132 4 Press the MENU button 5 Select Delete with A then press the center of the control button Deletes all still images in the folder This appears during still image playback only 1 MENU button 1 Delete AIl in Folder 2 Select Delete with A on the control button then press the center of the control button Deletes all movies of that date This appears during movie playback only 1 MENU button gt 1 Delete All in Date Rng 2 Select Delete with A on the control button then press the center of the control button 133 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp Viewing images on a TV screen To view images recorded on the camera on a TV set an HDMI cable sold separately and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required
147. tely page 120 Pressing the SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander triggers BULB shooting and pressing it again stops BULB shooting You do not need to press and hold the SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander e If you use a Remote Commander that is equipped with a shutter button lock function sold separately you can leave the shutter open using the Remote Commander Notes e When using a tripod turn off the SteadyShot function page 57 e The longer the exposure time the more conspicuous the noise on the image e After shooting noise reduction Long Exposure NR will be done for the same amount of time that the shutter was open You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction e When the Smile Shutter or Auto HDR function is activated you cannot set the shutter speed to BULB e If the Smile Shutter or Auto HDR function is used with the shutter speed set to BULB the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds e It is recommended that you start BULB shooting after the temperature of the camera drops to prevent the quality of the image from deteriorating 80 Recording movies 1 Press the MOVIE button to start MOVIE button recording e Movie recording can be started from any exposure mode e The shutter speed and aperture are adjusted automatically e The camera continues to adjust the focus when it is in autofocus mode 2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording
148. ten onto the image in the camera Error caused by the position of GPS satellites The camera automatically triangulates your current location when the camera receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites The triangulating error allowed by the GPS satellites is about 30 m 98 feet Depending on the environment of the location the triangulating error can be greater In this case your actual location may not match the location on the map based on the GPS information Meanwhile the GPS satellites are controlled by the United States Department of Defense and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally Error during the triangulating process The camera acquires location information every about 15 seconds during triangulating There is a slight time difference between when the location information is acquired and when the location information is recorded on an image therefore the actual recording location may not match exactly the location on the map based on the GPS information On the restriction of use of GPS on an airplane During take off and landing of an airplane turn off the camera as you will be instructed to do by the on board announcement On the other restriction Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation On the geographic coordinate system The WGS 84 geographic coordinate system is used 197 S13410 3D shootings Notes on recording 3
149. the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens the focus cannot be confirmed Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera 2 Keep the shutter button halfway down and put the subject back in the original position to re compose the shot 1 Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down The focus and exposure are fixed 3 Press the shutter button fully down to take the picture pa uonauny Hurjooys ay Huisy Fn button gt Autofocus Mode Select the desired setting EG Single shot The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press AF the shutter button halfway down CE3 Automatic AF The Autofocus Mode is switched between Single shot AF and Continuous AF according to the movement of the subject When you press and hold the shutter button halfway down if the subject is motionless the focus is locked and if the subject is in motion the camera continues to focus Continuous The camera continues to focus while the shutter button is AF pressed and held halfway down e The audio signals will not sound when the subject is in focus e Focus lock cannot be used Shooting techniques e Use Single shot AF when the subject is motionless e Use Continuous AF when the subject is in motion Notes e Automatic AF is selected when the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or
150. third party To prevent this set GPS On Off to Off page 138 SLT A55V only This product does not support the Eye Fi Endless Memory Mode Make sure that Eye Fi cards that you insert into this product have Endless Memory Mode turned off 148 Changing the noise reduction setting When you set the shutter speed to a second or longer Long exposure shooting noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure When noise reduction is in progress a message appears and you cannot take another picture Select On to prioritize the image quality Select Off to prioritize the timing of shooting MENU button gt fa 3 Long Exposure NR Off Notes e When the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama Continuous Advance Priority AE or continuous shooting continuous bracketing Hand held Twilight in Scene Selection or ISO is set to Multi Frame NR noise reduction is not performed even when it is set to On e When the exposure mode is set to AUTO AUTO or Scene Selection you cannot turn off noise reduction The camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high Select Auto to prioritize the image quality Select Weak to prioritize the timing of shooting MENU button gy 3 High ISO NR Select the desired setting Notes e Weak is selected automatically
151. this information is recorded in the images or movies at that location Using the supplied software PMB you can import images recorded with location information to a computer and enjoy viewing them with a map which shows their shooting location See PMB Help for details MENU button a 1 GPS Settings GPS On Off On The indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception GPS indicators GPS reception status No indicator GPS On Off is set to Off XO Your camera cannot record the location information Use your camera in an open area XO XO X9 Calculating the location information Wait until the location information is recordable x The last acquired location information will be recorded To record the correct location information use your camera in an open area x Xi Mil The current location information is recordable rror There is a problem with the GPS feature Turn the camera off and on To receive a GPS signal Proper triangulation is not possible indoors or near tall buildings Use your camera in an open area outside and turn on your camera again e It may take several tens of seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information You can shorten the positioning time by using GPS assist data Notes During take off and landing of an airplane turn off the camera as you will be instructed to do by the on board announcement
152. tor 42 55 127 LenSiarnsisonasiii ieii 26 Live VIEWS ecsosteintdeieo ac siis 7 Long exp NR cee eee 149 M Matto aeren siea 63 Manual exposure 77 Manual focus 0 eee 90 Manual shift 78 Memory card 20 23 Memory Stick PRO Duo EE EEA 20 23 Ment owes cesccetevedsteeonieeetecietee 49 Metering mode ee 105 Moisture condensation 192 Movie Audio Rec ceeeeee 82 Movie File Format 65 82 Multi segment 105 N New Folder c cccccesceseseees Night Portrait oseese Night View cccecseeeeeeeteeees Noise reduction Number of recordable images PEE EEA ERAT 32 33 P PlaybackDisplay eee 121 PMB siouan 163 PMB Launchet 0 cccceeceeee 162 POLUWAIt 2 cc cscasseeisntoadsives usetensce 63 Power Save ccccccscesseeseeseeseeeee 151 Preset white balance 112 Pressing halfway down 60 PEOVIEW anarien 74 Printesn asen eee Sivienneontens 172 Program auto 71 Protect scecivaccuihicaakedies 131 Q Quality 2 2 2 OMe 143 Recording movies Recover Image DB Red eye reduc s s s Reducing camera shake 56 Remote Commander 17 120 Restaren noina 156 Rotatenaen e e aF 123 Saturation sses eree Scene Selection 5 Select Folder 0 ececseseeeees Select REC Folder 04 146 Self timer cee eeeeeeseeeeeeeees 117 Shutter speed
153. tor When Display Rec Data is set to For viewfinder Shown in the top row Shown in the bottom row Ambient light Any light other than the flash light that shines on the scene for an extended period of time such as natural light a light bulb or a fluorescent light e In bracket shooting the same number of indices as the number of recordable images is displayed on the EV scale e When the bracket shooting starts the indices that indicate already recorded images start to disappear one by one Shooting with white balance shifted WB bracket Based on the selected white balance and the color temperature color filter three images are recorded with the white balance shifted 1 a on the control button Ewe WB bracket Select the desired setting e When Lo is selected it is shifted by 10 mired and when Hi is selected it is shifted by 20 mired 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject Mired a unit to indicate the color conversion quality in color temperature filters 119 uonauny Hurjooys ay Husn You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC the shutter is released after 2 seconds buttons on the RMT DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander sold separately Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander 1 amp on the control button Remote Cdr 2 Focus on the subject point the transmitter of the Wir
154. truction Manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions except as described in this Instruction Manual at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25 C 77 F and using a battery pack that is charged for about an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out Table of Contents Notes on USING your camera scssosorseesrsororreresessovscnsvensos 7 Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied Identifying parts Charging the battery pack Attaching a lens Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied Checking the number of recordable images Cleaning Before your operation Screen ANGICALOTS ises dis lt yie5cdcovtecsnedtessasstadesyansusdeatstsaseee 39 Switching the screen mode between the LCD monitor and the electronic viewfinder ccseeeeee 39 Recording information display Graphic Display Recording information For Live View 42 Recording information display For viewfinder Selecting a function setting Selecting a function with the Fn Function button 47 The functions selected by the Fn Function button 48 The functions selected by the MENU button Shooting images Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor Shooting an image without camera shake Correct posture Using the SteadyShot function Using a tripod Shooting with the automatic setting oe MOA Shooting with appropria
155. tton Still image movie switching tab MENU button gt 1 Slide Show Enter Plays back recorded images in order Slide show The slide show automatically stops after all the images have been played back e You can view the previous next image with lt P on the control button e You cannot pause the slide show To end in the middle of the slide show Press the center of the control button To choose the interval between the images in slide show MENU button gt 1 Slide Show Interval Select the desired number of seconds To play back repeatedly MENU button gt 1 Slide Show Repeat On 125 uonauny urmara ayy Guisp To play back movies You cannot play back still images and movies in the same slide show Switch to a movie playback with Still Movie Select then select the movie type MENU button gt 1 Slide Show Movie Type Select the desired movie type To play back 3D images If you connect the camera to a 3D compatible TV using an HDMI cable sold separately you can play back 3D images recorded with the 3D Sweep Panorama mode For details on 3D shooting see page 198 Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV MENU button gt 1 Slide Show Image Type Display 3D Only 126 Checking the information of recorded images Each time you press DISP on th
156. turned off automatically since the temperature inside the camera is too high you can record movies again after turning off the camera for several minutes The maximum size of a movie file is about 2 GB When the file size is about 2 GB the recording stops automatically when the file format is MP4 and a new movie file is created automatically when the file format is AVCHD e The maximum continuous recording time is 29 minutes 84 Selecting the focus method There are two methods for adjusting the focus autofocus and manual focus Depending on the lens the method for switching between the auto focus and manual focus is different The type of lens The switch to be used To switch to auto focus To switch to manual focus The lens is equipped with a focus mode switch Lens Always set the focus mode switch on the camera to AF Set the focus mode switch on the lens to AF Set the focus mode switch on the lens to MF The lens is not equipped with a focus mode switch Camera Set the focus mode switch on the camera to AF Set the focus mode switch on the camera to MF 1 Set the focus mode switch on the camera to AF 2 When the lens is equipped with the focus mode switch set it to AF 85 uonauny unooys ay Husn 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to check the focus and shoot the image When the focus is confirmed the focus
157. ush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering dropping or stepping on it Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals e Do not expose to high temperature above 60 C 140 F such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun e 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 e Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony Dispose of used battery pack promptly described the instructions Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wall outlet wall socket If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet wall socket When a power cord mains lead is supplied the power cord mains lead can be used with this unit only and should not be used with any other unit For Customers in the U S A and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM ION BATTERIES Lithium Ion batteries are recyclable You can help preserve our environment by returning your used recha
158. utton Continuous adv Select the desired speed 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject When you press and hold the shutter button the recording continues 116 The maximum number of continuous shots The number of continuous shooting images obtainable has an upper limit SLT A55 A55V SLT A33 Fine 28 images 14 images Standard 28 images 16 images RAW amp JPEG 19 images 7 images RAW 19 images 7 images Shooting technique e To shoot continuously faster set the exposure mode to Continuous Advance Priority AE page 69 Notes e When Gini is selected the image recorded between the frames is displayed e You cannot shoot continuously when using Scene Selection modes other than Sports Action e When Face Detection is set to On the speed of continuous shooting may be slower The 10 second self timer is convenient when the photographer appears in a photo and the 2 second self timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake 1 G on the control button gt Self timer Select the desired setting The number after is the number of seconds that is currently selected 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject e When the self timer is activated audio signals and the self timer lamp indicate the condition The self timer lamp flashes quickly and the audio signal sounds quickly right before the shooting 117 uoijouny Hurjooys ay Husn To
159. vies imported to a computer using the supplied software PMB 1 Select the AVCHD format movies you want to write on PMB 2 Click E Create Discs to select Create AVCHD Format Discs HD The screen used for creating a disc appears For details see PMB Help 169 Jayndwoo e uo safew Guimai Notes e Install PMB beforehand e Still images and MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on the AVCHD format disc e It may take a long time to create a disc Playing AVCHD format disc on a computer You can play back AVCHD format discs using Player for AVCHD that is installed together with PMB To start the software click on Start All Programs PMB PMB Launcher View Player for AVCHD For detailed operations see the Help for Player for AVCHD Note e Movies may not be played smoothly depending on the computer environment Creating a Blu ray disc You can create a Blu ray disc with AVCHD movies previously imported to a computer Your computer must support the creation of Blu ray discs BD R non rewritable and BD RE rewritable media can be used to create Blu ray discs You cannot add contents to either type of disc once it has been created Click BD Add on Software on the installation screen of PMB and install this plug in according to the on screen instructions Connect your computer to the Internet when you install BD Add on Software S
160. xceed this range is not recommended On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location moisture may condense inside or outside the camera This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera How to prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over about an hour If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens you will be unable to record clear images On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off or the battery pack is charged or discharged This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera However if you use the camera for only short periods it discharges gradually and if you do not use the camera at all for about 3 months it becomes completely discharged In this case be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera However even if this rechargeable battery is not charged you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time If the camera resets the settings to the defaults eac
161. y Husn 5500K Color Sets the white balance by the color temperature The higher Temp the number the more reddish the image and the lower the number the more bluish the image 0 Color Filter Achieves the effect of CC Color Compensation filters for photography Based on using the set color temperature as the standard the color can be compensated to G Green or M Magenta 1 The value is the color temperature value currently selected 2 The value is the color filter value currently selected Registering the color tones Custom white balance In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light source use of custom white balance is recommended in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness 1 WB on the control button n Custom 2 Select x24 SET with lt gt on the control button then press the center of the control button 3 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center and then press the shutter button down The shutter clicks and the calibrated values ColorTemperature and Color filter are displayed 4 Press the center of the control button The monitor returns to the recording information display with the memorized custom white balance setting retained e The custom white balance setting registered in this operation is effective until a new setting is registered 114 Note The message Custom WB er
162. ype Main sensor Live View Translucent mirror mechanism Image format Exmor CMOS sensor Frame coverage 100 Electronic viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder color Screen size 1 2 cm 0 46 type Total number of dots 1 440 000 dots conversion Available screen size displayed 1 1 cm 0 43 type Available number of dots displayed 1 152 000 dots conversion Frame coverage 100 Magnification 1 10 x with 50 mm lens at infinity 1 m diopter Eye Relief Approximately 19 mm from the eyepiece 18 mm from the eyepiece frame at 1 m Dioptor Adjustment 4 0 to 4 0 m diopter LCD monitor LCD panel 7 5 cm 3 0 type TFT drive Total number of dots 921 600 640 x 3 RGB x 480 dots Exposure control Metering Cell Exmor CMOS sensor Metering method 1200 zone evaluative metering Metering Range 2 to 17 EV on Multi segment Center weighted Spot modes at ISO 100 equivalent with F1 4 lens ISO sensitivity Recommended exposure index AUTO ISO 100 to 12800 Exposure compensation 2 0 EV 1 3 EV step Shutter Type Electronically controlled vertical traverse focal plane type Speed range 1 4000 second to 30 seconds bulb 1 3 EV step Flash sync speed 1 160 second Built In Flash Flash G No GN 10 in meters at ISO 100 Recycling time Approx 4 seconds Flash coverage Covering 18 mm lens focal length that the lens indicates Flash compens

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