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Help Guide

Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

ILCE-7C

α7C

Record Setting (movie)

Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording.

Menu item details

When [

File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]

When [

File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD]

MENU →

(Camera Settings2) → [

Record Setting] → desired setting.

The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.

Record Setting

Bit-rate

Description

30p 100M/ 25p 100M Approx. 100 Mbps Records movies in 3840×2160 (30p/25p).

30p 60M/ 25p 60M

Approx. 60 Mbps

Records movies in 3840×2160 (30p/25p).

24p 100M *

Approx. 100 Mbps Records movies in 3840×2160 (24p).

24p 60M *

Approx. 60 Mbps

Records movies in 3840×2160 (24p).

Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC

Record

Setting

Bit-rate

Description

60p 50M/50p
50M

Approx. 50
Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p).

60p 25M/50p
25M

Approx. 25
Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p).

30p 50M/25p
50M

Approx. 50
Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).

30p 16M/25p
16M

Approx. 16
Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).

24p 50M *

Approx. 50
Mbps

Records movies in 1920×1080 (24p).

120p 100M/100p
100M

Approx. 100
Mbps

Records high-speed movies in 1920×1080 (120p/100p). You can record movies
in 120 fps or 100 fps.

You can create smoother slow-motion movies by using compatible editing
devices.

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Summary of Contents for A7C

Page 1: ...his website introduces convenient functions ways of usage and setting examples Refer to the website when you set up your camera Another window will open ILCE 7C lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information Another window will open How to use the Help Guide Names of parts Icons and indicators Names of parts Front side Rear side Top side Side view Bottom Ba...

Page 2: ...camera Charging by connecting to a computer Battery life and number of recordable images Supplying power from a wall outlet wall socket Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack Inserting a memory card sold separately Inserting removing a memory card Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Attaching removing a lens Attaching accessories Mount Adaptor LA EA3 LA EA5 Mou...

Page 3: ...AF in Focus Mag still image Tracking subject Tracking function Focus Hold Registering the current focus area AF Area Registration still image Deleting a registered AF Area Del Regist AF Area Focus Frame Color Pre AF still image Eye Start AF still image AF Tracking Sens still image Priority Set in AF S Priority Set in AF C AF Illuminator still image AF Area Auto Clear Disp cont AF area Circ of Focu...

Page 4: ...ous shooting remaining time indicator Cont Shoot Length Self timer Self timer Cont Cont Bracket Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Interval shooting Interval Shoot Func Using touch functions Touch Operation Touch Panel Pad Func of Touch Operation Touch Shutter Func of Touch Operation Touch Focus Func of Touch Operation Touch Tracking Touch Pad ...

Page 5: ...igent Auto About Scene Recognition Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Bulb shooting Recall Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 Movie Exposure Mode S Q Motion Exposure Mode Controlling the exposure metering modes Exposure Comp Reset EV Comp Dial Wheel Ev Comp Exposure Set Guide Exposure step Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Spot Metering Point AE lock AEL w s...

Page 6: ... available with this product Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Zoom Zoom Setting About zoom scale Zoom Ring Rotate White balance White Balance Priority Set in AWB Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance custom white balance Shutter AWB Lock still image Setting how to process images Creative Style Picture Effect Color Space still image Shutter settings Anti flicker Shoot still image R...

Page 7: ...Face Registration New Registration Face Registration Order Exchanging Face Registration Delete Using the flash Using flash sold separately Red Eye Reduction Flash Mode Flash Comp FEL lock External Flash Set Wireless Flash Recording movies Shooting movies Movie w shutter Movie recording formats File Format movie Record Setting movie S Q Settings Proxy Recording Audio Recording 7 ...

Page 8: ...tput Select movie Video Light Mode Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Enlarging an image being played back Enlarge Image Rotating recorded images automatically Display Rotation Rotating an image Rotate Enlarge Initial Mag Enlarge Initial Position Playing back movies Volume Settings Photo Capture Playing back images on the image index screen Image Index Setting the method for jumping ...

Page 9: ...eleting multiple selected images Delete Delete confirm Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable Customizing the camera Customization features of the camera Registering frequently used functions Memory Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 Registering shooting settings to a custom key Reg Custom Shoot Set Customizing the functions of the ring dial Changing the function of the d...

Page 10: ... Monitor viewfinder settings Grid Line FINDER MONITOR Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright Finder Color Temp Finder Frame Rate still image Display Quality Bright Monitoring Memory card settings Format File Folder Settings still image File Settings movie Display Media Info Select REC Folder New Folder Recover Image DB Camera settings Audio signals Power Save Start Time 10 ...

Page 11: ... Date Time Setup Area Setting Copyright Info Version IPTC Information Write Serial Number Initializing the camera Setting Reset Using network functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Imaging Edge Mobile Ctrl w Smartphone Controlling the camera using a smartphone NFC One touch remote Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone QR Code Controlling the camera using an Android smartph...

Page 12: ...ansfer Func Changing the network settings Airplane Mode Wi Fi Settings WPS Push Wi Fi Settings Access Point Set Wi Fi Settings Frequency Band models supporting 5 GHz Wi Fi Settings Display Wi Fi Info Wi Fi Settings SSID PW Reset Bluetooth Settings Edit Device Name Importing root certification to the camera Import Root Certificate Security IPsec Reset Network Set Using a computer Recommended comput...

Page 13: ...ISO NR still image Color Space still image Lens Comp Drive Mode Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func Recall Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 Memory Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 Registering shooting settings to a custom key Reg Custom Shoot Set Focus Mode Priority Set in AF S Priority Set in AF C Focus Area Focus Area Limit Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera s orientation horizon...

Page 14: ...rame Color AF Area Auto Clear Disp cont AF area Circ of Focus Point AF Frame Move Amt AF Micro Adj Exposure Comp Reset EV Comp ISO Setting ISO ISO Setting ISO Range Limit ISO Setting ISO AUTO Min SS Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Spot Metering Point Exposure step AEL w shutter still image Exposure Std Adjust Flash Mode Flash Comp Exp comp set Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction Externa...

Page 15: ...st still image Peaking Setting Anti flicker Shoot still image Face Registration New Registration Face Registration Order Exchanging Face Registration Delete Regist Faces Priority Camera Settings2 Movie Exposure Mode S Q Motion Exposure Mode File Format movie Record Setting movie S Q Settings Proxy Recording AF Transition Speed movie AF Subj Shift Sens movie Auto Slow Shutter movie Initial Focus Ma...

Page 16: ...Digital Zoom Zoom Zoom Setting Zoom Ring Rotate DISP Button Monitor Finder FINDER MONITOR Finder Frame Rate still image Zebra Setting Grid Line Exposure Set Guide Live View Display Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator Cont Shoot Length Auto Review Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key Using Fn Function button Function menu Changing the function of the dial te...

Page 17: ...r OFF FTP Transfer Func Ctrl w Smartphone Operating the camera from a computer PC Remote Function Airplane Mode Wi Fi Settings WPS Push Wi Fi Settings Access Point Set Wi Fi Settings Frequency Band models supporting 5 GHz Wi Fi Settings Display Wi Fi Info Wi Fi Settings SSID PW Reset Bluetooth Settings Location Info Link Set Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Edit Device Name Importing root certification to the c...

Page 18: ...ideshow Slide Show Switching between still images and movies View Mode Playing back images on the image index screen Image Index Display as Group Rotating recorded images automatically Display Rotation Setting the method for jumping between images Image Jump Setting Setup Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright Finder Color Temp Gamma Disp Assist Volume Settings Delete confirm Display Quality Power S...

Page 19: ... HDMI Settings REC Control movie HDMI Settings CTRL FOR HDMI 4K Output Select movie USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply Language Date Time Setup Area Setting IPTC Information Copyright Info Write Serial Number Format Select REC Folder New Folder File Folder Settings still image File Settings movie Recover Image DB Display Media Info Version Setting Reset My Menu Add Item Sort Item 19 ...

Page 20: ...Precautions This product Precautions On cleaning Cleaning the image sensor Cleaning Mode Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Using the AC Adaptor battery charger abroad License Specifications Trademarks List of default setting values If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 20 ...

Page 21: ...uide supplied with the camera describes basic operating methods and precautions for use Please refer to the Startup Guide in combination with this Help Guide Finding your desired information Method A Searching by keyword Enter a search keyword white balance focus area etc and use the search results to display the description page that you want to view If you enter two or more keywords by separatin...

Page 22: ...inting all the pages of the Help Guide To print all the pages click the Printable PDF button in the upper right corner of the top page When the PDF file appears use the printing menu of the browser to print it out This function is not available for certain languages Printing only the currently displayed page only on a computer To print only the page currently being displayed click the Print button...

Page 24: ...on ON OFF Power switch Shutter button 1 AF illuminator Self timer lamp 2 Lens release button 3 Microphone Do not cover this part during movie recording Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume When the lens is removed 4 Mounting index 5 Image sensor 6 Mount 7 Lens contacts 8 Do not directly touch these parts 24 ...

Page 25: ...or For touch operation Touch panel Touch pad You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position A Approx 176 B Approx 270 You may not be able to adjust the monitor angle depending on the type of a tripod you use In such a case release the tripod screw once to adjust the monitor angle Do not apply excessive force when opening closing or rotating the monitor Doing so ...

Page 26: ...is assigned in the default settings For viewing Enlarge button 7 For shooting Fn Function button For viewing Send to Smartphone button You can display the screen for Send to Smartphone by pressing this button 8 Control wheel 9 For shooting C button Custom button For viewing Delete button 10 Playback button 11 26 ...

Page 27: ...Image sensor position mark 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 If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens the focus cannot be confirmed Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera 5 Speaker 6 For details on compatible accessori...

Page 29: ...able Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Side view Hooks for shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera 1 N Mark This mark indicates the touch point for connecting the camera and an NFC enabled Smartphone 2 29 ...

Page 30: ...less communication technology Microphone jack When an external microphone is connected the built in microphone turns off automatically When the external microphone is a plugin power type the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera 3 Memory card slot Supports SD cards only compatible with UHS I and UHS II 4 HDMI micro jack 5 Headphones jack 6 Charge lamp 7 USB Type C terminal 8 Access lam...

Page 31: ... 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Battery insertion slot 1 Lock lever 2 Battery cover 3 Tripod socket hole Supports 1 4 20 UNC screws Use a tripod with a screw less than 5 5 mm 7 32 inches long Otherwise you cannot firmly secure the camera and damage to the camera may occur 4 31 ...

Page 32: ...ctions are assigned to the top bottom left right side of the control wheel In addition you can assign selected functions to the left right bottom side and the center of the control wheel During playback you can display the next previous image by pressing the right left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel Related Topic Focus Standard Assigning frequently used functions to butt...

Page 33: ...ay From My Menu Press the MENU button to display the menu screen 1 Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel and then press the center of the control wheel Select a MENU tab A at the top of the screen and press the left right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU tab You can move to the next ...

Page 35: ...ns more quickly by using the Function menu to configure each setting directly from the Fn button along with the custom keys Refer to the related functions under Related Topic at the bottom of this page The following is the procedure for assigning the Eye AF function to the C button MOVIE Button 1 AF ON Button 2 Fn Button 3 Center Button Left Button Right Button Down Button 4 C Button 5 MENU Camera...

Page 36: ...he focus hold button on the lens However some lenses do not have a focus hold button Related Topic Using Fn Function button Function menu Changing the function of the dial temporarily My Dial Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 36 ...

Page 37: ...ony co jp support tutorial ilc ilce 7c l function php Hint You can register twelve functions to the Function menus for still image shooting and movie shooting respectively You can recall functions more quickly by using the custom key function to assign frequently used functions to desired keys along with the function menu Refer to the related functions under Related Topic at the bottom of this pag...

Page 38: ...ssigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel and press the center of the control wheel Some functions can be fine tuned using the control dial 3 MENU Camera Settings2 Function Menu Set 1 Select Drive Mode from among the twelve still image function menu items using the top bottom left ...

Page 39: ...g guide A to adjust settings MENU Camera Settings2 DISP Button Monitor 1 Place a check mark on For viewfinder and then select Enter 2 Press the DISP on the control wheel to set the screen mode to For viewfinder 3 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines and may differ from the actual displays Auto mod...

Page 40: ...g Creative Style etc some of the setup tasks can only be accomplished on a dedicated screen Related Topic Switching the screen display while shooting during playback 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 40 ...

Page 41: ...alphabet letters numerals and symbols 2 Keyboard Each time you press this key the characters corresponding to that key will be displayed one by one in order For example If you want to enter abd 3 Press the key for abc once to display a 1 Press the right pointing arrow in the Move cursor area marked as No 5 2 Press the key for abc twice to display b 3 Press the key for def once to display d 4 Final...

Page 42: ...ications of the icons Icons on the shooting screen Monitor mode Viewfinder mode Shooting mode Scene recognition P P A S M Shooting mode Register number Scene Recognition icons 1 Camera settings NO CARD Memory card status 100 1 h 30 m Remaining number of recordable images Recordable time of movies Writing data Number of images left to write Aspect ratio of still images 24M 21M 20M 16M 10M 9 2M 8 7M...

Page 43: ...ate for slow quick motion shooting APS C Super 35mm Flash charge in progress Setting Effect OFF AF Illuminator Flickering detected SteadyShot off on Camera shake warning SteadyS Focal Len Camera shake warning Smart Zoom ClearImage Zoom Digital Zoom PC remote Bright Monitoring Silent Shooting Remote control Status of FTP connection and FTP transfer Connected to Wi Fi Disconnected from Wi Fi No audi...

Page 44: ...de Overheating warning Database file full Database file error Battery Remaining battery Remaining battery warning USB power supply 3 Shooting settings Drive Mode Flash Mode Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction 0 0 Flash Comp Focus Mode Focus Area File Format Metering Mode 7500K A5 G5 White Balance Auto Preset Underwater Auto Custom Color temperature Color filter D Range Optimizer Auto HDR 3 3 3 Creati...

Page 45: ...ocus Point On Off Guide display for setting Focus Area Focus Cancel Guide display for canceling focusing Guide display for My Dial Control wheel function Control dial function Bracket indicator Spot metering area Exposure Setting Guide Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Digital level gauge STBY REC Movie recording standby Movie recording in progress 1 00 12 Actual movie recording...

Page 46: ...frames 00 00 00 00 User Bit Basic information View Mode IPTC Information Rating Protect DPOF DPOF set 3 7 File number Number of images in the view mode NFC active Remaining battery Display as Group Proxy movie included Status of FTP transfer 1 Camera settings Refer to Icons on the shooting screen 2 46 ...

Page 47: ...LG HDR recording Hybrid Log Gamma Refer to Icons on the shooting screen for other icons displayed in this area 3 Image information Latitude longitude information Copyright information exists for image 2020 1 1 10 37PM Date of recording 100 0003 Folder number file number C0003 File name of movie Histogram Luminance R G B 4 47 ...

Page 48: ... the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder Each time you press the DISP button the screen display changes The displayed contents and their position are just a guideline and may differ from the actual display During shooting Monitor Display All Info No Disp Info Histogram Level For viewfinder Display All Info During shooting Viewfinder Level No Disp Info Histogram Level During playback Moni...

Page 49: ...n the histogram display does not indicate the final photograph It is information about image displayed on the screen The final result depends on the aperture value etc The histogram display is extremely different between shooting and playback in the following cases When the flash is used When shooting a low luminance subject such as a night scene In movie mode For viewfinder cannot be displayed Hi...

Page 51: ...evel in either direction the indicator turns to green For viewfinder Displays only shooting information on the monitor not the subject This setting is a display setting for shooting with the viewfinder Monitor Off Always turns the monitor off when shooting images You can use the monitor when playing back images or operating MENU This setting is a display setting for shooting with the viewfinder No...

Page 53: ...tor may differ depending on the country region Power cord mains lead 1 NP FZ100 Rechargeable Battery Pack 1 USB Type C cable 1 Shoulder Strap 1 Body Cap 1 Attached to the camera Shoe Cap 1 Attached to the camera Startup Guide 1 Reference Guide 1 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera Use the appropriate one that matches your country reg...

Page 54: ...he zooming ring until the focal length index comes within the focal length scale range A to extend the lens 3 Lens mount rubber ring 4 Mounting index 5 Lens contacts 6 Lens retraction index After shooting rotate the zooming ring until the lens retraction index reaches the focal length index to retract the lens 7 Focal length index 8 Do not touch this part directly This is the equivalent focal leng...

Page 55: ...ex is outside the range of the focal length scale In such cases the camera shoots images as follows The aperture value is locked at F14 The focus mode is locked to manual focusing but you cannot adjust the focus using the focusing ring The ending of the lens name in the Exif information is recorded as Retract or F0 when the image is shot with the lens retracted 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony C...

Page 56: ...t and turn off the camera Then slide the lock lever A and remove the battery pack Be careful not to drop the battery pack Open the battery cover by sliding the switch on it 1 Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever A with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place 2 Close the cover and then slide the switch towards the LOCK side 3 56 ...

Page 58: ...mp turns off If you turn on the camera power will be supplied from the wall outlet wall socket and you will be able to operate the camera However the battery pack will not be charged When you use a completely new battery pack or a battery pack that has not been used for a long time the charge lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged If this happens remove the battery pack or disconnect t...

Page 59: ...battery performance When charging is finished disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet wall socket Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs USB cables supplied and AC Adaptors supplied Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack Using the AC Adaptor battery charger abroad 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 59 ...

Page 60: ...connection has been established between the computer and the camera Doing so may cause a malfunction Before turning on off or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode disconnect the camera from the computer Proper operation cannot be guaranteed on all types of computers Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom built computer modified computer or a computer connected throug...

Page 61: ...sold separately Using a FE 28 60mm F4 5 6 lens The numbers for Shooting still images are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions CIPA Camera Imaging Products Association One picture is taken every 30 seconds The power is turned on and off once every ten times The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following condi...

Page 62: ...ck while the access lamp is lit The data in the memory card may be damaged As long as the power is on the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor Under certain conditions power may be supplied from the battery pack supplementarily even if you are using the AC adaptor Do not remove the USB cable while power is supplied from a wall outlet wall socket Before...

Page 63: ...ng Do not turn on restart a computer wake a computer from sleep mode or turn off a computer while this product is connected to the computer via USB cable Doing so may cause a malfunction of this product Disconnect the product and the computer before performing the above operations We do not guarantee charging if you are using a self built or modified computer When charging is finished disconnect t...

Page 64: ...before storing it Store the battery in a cool dry place after removing it from the camera On battery life The battery life is limited If you use the same battery repeatedly or use the same battery for a long period the battery capacity decreases gradually If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one The battery life ...

Page 65: ...ttery pack is the specified type remove the battery pack replace it with a new or different one and check that the newly inserted battery is charging correctly If the newly inserted battery is charging correctly the previously inserted battery may be faulty If the charge lamp flashes even if the AC Adaptor is connected to the product and the wall outlet wall socket this indicates that charging has...

Page 66: ...ormat the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card To remove the memory card Open the memory card cover by sliding the switch on it 1 Insert the memory card Insert the memory card with the terminal side facing toward you until it clicks into place This camera only supports SD memory cards compatible with UHS II This camera does not support Memory Stick media 2 Close the co...

Page 67: ...r and make sure that the access lamp A is not lit then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 67 ...

Page 68: ...ll be divided into files 4 GB in size Charge the battery pack sufficiently before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Recording format Supported memory card Still image SD SDHC SDXC card XAVC S 4K 60Mbps XAVC S HD 50Mbps or lower XAVC S HD 60M...

Page 69: ...cations with corrosive substances present If the memory card is used near areas with strong magnetization or used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise the data on the memory card may become damaged Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children They might accidentally sw...

Page 70: ...t you attach the front lens cap when you have done shooting 1 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks mounting indexes on the lens and camera Hold the camera with the lens mount facing down to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera 2 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into the locked position Be...

Page 71: ...not use force when attaching a lens A Mount Adaptor sold separately is required to use an A mount lens sold separately When using the Mount Adaptor refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor If you want to shoot full frame images use a full frame size compatible lens When you use a lens with a tripod socket attach a tripod to the tripod socket of the lens to help balance the wei...

Page 72: ... You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto focus with certain lenses Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses You cannot use the AF illuminator when using an A mount lens The sound of the lens and the product in operation may be recorded during movie recording You can turn the sound off by selecting MENU Camera Settings2 Audio Recording Off...

Page 73: ... compatible lenses only Autofocus Available with SAM SSM lens only AF system Phase Detection AF AF MF select Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens Focus Mode Single shot AF Continuous AF When using a Mount Adaptor in the movie mode adjust the aperture value and the focus manually Available focus area Wide Zone Center Flexible Spot Expand Flexible Spot Tracking SteadyShot In body Re...

Page 74: ...a focus mode switch Can be changed using the focus mode switch on the lens When the focus mode switch on the lens is set to AF you can change the focusing method by operating the camera Other lenses without a focus mode switch Can be changed by operating the camera Focus Mode Single shot AF Continuous AF Automatic AF DMF Even if Priority Set in AF S is set to Balanced Emphasis it will temporarily ...

Page 75: ...ot for long periods For details refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit Note While the plug in plate of the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit is inserted in the camera do not slide the battery lock lever of the camera The plug in plate will be ejected from the camera if you do so 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 75 ...

Page 76: ...and time or geographic location again after the date and time setting is finished select MENU Setup Date Time Setup or Area Setting Note If the date and time setting is canceled halfway the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera Related Topic Turn on the camera The language setting screen will appear and then setting screen for date and time will appear 1 Se...

Page 78: ... In Camera Guide displays descriptions of MENU items Fn Function items and settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description and then press the Delete button A The descriptions of the item are displayed 1 78 ...

Page 79: ...1 Adjust the monitor angle and hold the camera Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera 2 When a zoom lens is mounted enlarge images by rotating the zoom ring 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus When the image is in focus a beep sounds and the focus indicator such as lights up 4 Press the shutter button fully down 5 MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Mode Single shot AF or Automati...

Page 80: ...y the bokeh effect may get cut off because of the shutter mechanism When a lens from another manufacturer including a Minolta Konica Minolta lens is used the correct exposure may not be achieved or the image brightness may be uneven When you shoot at high shutter speeds the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment Related Topic List of mode dial function Clear Image...

Page 81: ...al focus from the beginning This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting Manual Focus Adjusts the focus manually If you cannot focus on the intended subject using auto focus use manual focus Focus indicator lit The subject is in focus and the focus is locked flashing The subject is not in focus lit The subject is in focus The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movement...

Page 82: ...view may change little by little while focusing This does not affect the actual recorded images Only Continuous AF and Manual Focus are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to S Q Motion Related Topic Direct manual focus DMF Manual Focus MF Assist still image Phase detection AF 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 82 ...

Page 83: ...int on the screen and focus on an extremely small subject in a narrow area Expand Flexible Spot If the product cannot focus on a single selected point it uses focus points around the flexible spot as a secondary priority area for focusing Tracking When the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down the product tracks the subject within the selected autofocus area This setting is available onl...

Page 84: ...he center of the monitor press the Delete button while moving the frame To change the shooting settings using the control wheel press the button to which Focus Standard is assigned You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor Set Touch Operation to On and set Func of Touch Operation to Touch Focus beforehand To track the subject temporarily Tracking On Trackin...

Page 85: ...ring movie shooting Tracking cannot be selected as the Focus Area You cannot execute functions assigned to the control wheel or the C button while moving the focusing frame Related Topic Tracking subject Tracking function Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera s orientation horizontal vertical Switch V H AF Area Registering the current focus area AF Area Registration still...

Page 86: ...cus Area to a custom key it is recommended that you limit the types of focus areas with Focus Area Limit Note Types of focus areas that do not have a check mark cannot be selected using MENU or the Fn function menu To select one add a check mark using Focus Area Limit If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with Switch V H AF Area or AF Area Registration the registered settings wi...

Page 87: ...s attached If you use a lens that does not support phase detection AF you cannot use the following functions Automatic AF AF Tracking Sens AF Transition Speed AF Subj Shift Sens Also even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens the phase detection AF might not function unless you update the lens For details on compatible lenses visit the Sony web site in your area or consult your Sony de...

Page 88: ...de Center Tracking Wide or Tracking Center The camera focuses on the center of the screen when you press the key Note You cannot set the Focus Standard function to Left Button Right Button or Down Button Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key Focus Area 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key desired key then assign the Focus...

Page 89: ...ted A Vertical Flexible Spot Upper left corner B Horizontal Flexible Spot Upper right corner C Vertical Zone Lower left corner Three camera orientations are detected horizontal vertical with the side of the shutter button facing up and vertical with the side of the shutter button facing down Note If the setting for Switch V H AF Area is changed the focus settings for each camera orientation will n...

Page 91: ...ing mode while the button is held down AF MF Ctrl Toggle Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again Note You cannot set the AF MF Control Hold function to Left Button Right Button or Down Button of the control wheel Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key or Custom Key ...

Page 92: ... the shutter button lets you focus more precisely in combination with manual focusing Related Topic AF On Eye Start AF still image Pre AF still image Focus Magnifier 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 AF w shutter desired setting 1 Set AF w shutter to Off 1 MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key or Custom Key assign the AF On and Focus Magnifier functions to the desired...

Page 93: ...re AF and Eye Start AF to Off to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key AF w shutter still image Pre AF still image Eye Start AF still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key or Custom Key desired key then assign the AF On function to the key 1...

Page 94: ...ocuses on the face or eye with greater priority If the camera does not detect any faces or eyes inside or around the designated focus area it will focus on another detectable subject The camera focuses exclusively on faces or eyes anywhere on the screen regardless of the setting for Focus Area The camera will not automatically focus on another subject if no face or eye is detected anywhere on the ...

Page 95: ...left side from the photographer s perspective is detected Left Eye The left eye of the subject the eye on the right side from the photographer s perspective is detected Face Eye Frame Display Sets whether or not to display the face eye detection frame when a human face or eyes are detected On Off Animal Eye Display Sets whether or not to display the eye detection frame when the eye of an animal is...

Page 96: ...ions etc The camera returns to automatic eye detection Pressing the center of the control wheel Stopping pressing the shutter button halfway down only during still image shooting Stopping pressing the custom key to which AF On or Eye AF is assigned only during still image shooting Pressing the MENU button Hint When Right Left Eye Select is not set to Auto or you execute Switch Right Left Eye using...

Page 97: ...ation under Picture Effect Focus Magnifier Movie shooting with Record Setting set to 120p 100p When Frame Rate is set to 120fps 100fps during slow motion quick motion shooting When File Format is set to XAVC S 4K Record Setting is set to 30p 100M 25p 100M or 30p 60M 25p 60M and 4K Output Select is set to Memory Card HDMI When File Format is set to XAVC S 4K and Proxy Recording is set to On Even if...

Page 98: ... is unavailable in the following situations During movie shooting When Focus Mode is set to Continuous AF When Focus Mode is set to Automatic AF and the shooting mode is set to other than P A S M When Focus Mode is set to Automatic AF and Drive Mode is set to Cont Shooting When using a Mount Adaptor sold separately While the displayed image is being magnified the following functions are unavailabl...

Page 100: ... the start position to track and the tracking starts by pressing the shutter button halfway down This function is available in still image shooting mode This function is available when Focus Mode is set to Continuous AF Setting the start position to track by touch operation Touch Tracking under Func of Touch Operation You can set the subject to track by touching it on the monitor This function is ...

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Page 102: ...d Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key or Custom Key assign the Focus Hold function to the key of your choice 1 Focus and press the key to which the Focus Hold function has been assigned 2 Press the shutter button while holding down the key 3 102 ...

Page 103: ...A focus area cannot be registered in the following situations The mode dial is set to either Movie or S Q Motion While Touch Focus is being performed While using the digital zoom function While Touch Tracking is being performed While focusing While performing focus lock You cannot assign Regist AF Area hold to Left Button Right Button or Down Button You cannot call up the registered focus area in ...

Page 104: ...F Area Del Regist AF Area Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using AF Area Registration Related Topic Registering the current focus area AF Area Registration still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Del Regist AF Area 1 104 ...

Page 105: ... If the frame is difficult to see because of the subject make it more visible by changing its color Menu item details White Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white Red Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Frame Color desired color 1 105 ...

Page 106: ... During focusing operations the screen may shake Menu item details On Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down Off Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down Note Pre AF is available only when an E mount lens is mounted 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Pre AF desired setting 1 106 ...

Page 107: ...tem details On Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder Off Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder Hint Eye Start AF is available when an A mount lens and a Mount Adaptor LA EA4 sold separately are attached 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Eye Start AF desired setting 1 107 ...

Page 108: ...ll image mode Menu item details 5 Responsive 4 3 Standard 2 1 Locked on Select 5 Responsive to focus responsively on subjects at different distances Select 1 Locked on to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 AF Tracking Sens desired setting 1 108 ...

Page 109: ...u item details AF Prioritizes focusing The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus Release Prioritizes the shutter s release The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus Balanced Emphasis Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF C 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera...

Page 110: ...F Prioritizes focusing The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus Release Prioritizes the shutter s release The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus Balanced Emphasis Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF S 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Prior...

Page 111: ...on as well Menu item details Auto The AF illuminator lights up automatically in dark surroundings Off Does not use the AF illuminator Note You cannot use AF Illuminator in the following situations When the shooting mode is Movie or S Q Motion When Focus Mode is set to Continuous AF or Automatic AF and the subject is moving when the focus indicator lights up When Focus Magnifier is activated When a...

Page 112: ... all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved Menu item details On The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved Off The focus area is displayed all the time 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 AF Area Auto Clear desired setting 1 112 ...

Page 113: ...uous AF mode Menu item details On Displays the focus area that is in focus Off Does not display the focus area that is in focus Note When Focus Area is set to one of the following the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green Center Flexible Spot Expand Flexible Spot 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Disp cont AF area desired setting 1 113 ...

Page 114: ...g Expand Flexible Spot This function is useful when you want to move the focusing frame from one end to the other quickly Menu item details Does Not Circulate The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end Circulate The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end Related Topic Focus Area 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Cor...

Page 115: ...igned to the desired key using Custom Key or Custom Key the AF Frame Move Amt setting temporarily switches while the key is pressed If any of the following functions is assigned to the control dial or control wheel using My Dial Settings you can move the focusing frame by the distance determined for each function regardless of the setting for AF Frame Move Amt Move AF Frame L Move AF Frame L Move ...

Page 116: ... If is displayed as the value then a total of 30 lenses have been registered and no new lens can be registered To register a new lens attach a lens for which the registration can be erased and set its value to 0 or reset the values of all the lenses using Clear The AF Micro Adj supports Sony Minolta or Konica Minolta lenses If you perform AF Micro Adj with lenses other than the supported lenses th...

Page 117: ...ystem to prioritize silence so that the sound from the aperture drive is quieter than in Standard Note When Focus Priority is selected sound from the aperture drive may be audible or the aperture effect may not be visible on the monitor To avoid these phenomena change the setting to Standard When Silent Priority is selected the focusing speed may become slower and it may be more difficult to focus...

Page 118: ...layed focus distance is just a reference Related Topic Focus Magnifier Peaking Setting MF Assist still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Mode Manual Focus 1 Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus When you rotate the focusing ring the focus distance is displayed on the screen The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor sold sepa...

Page 119: ...ated Topic Peaking Setting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Mode DMF 1 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically 2 Keep the shutter button pressed halfway down and then rotate the focusing ring to achieve a sharper focus When you rotate the focusing ring the focus distance is displayed on the screen The focus distance is not displayed wh...

Page 120: ...essing the shutter button halfway down Related Topic MF Assist still image Focus Magnif Time MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Magnifier 1 Press the center of the control wheel to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge using top bottom left right side of the control wheel Each time you press the center the magnification scale will change You can set the initial magnification by select...

Page 122: ...ngs1 Focus Magnif Time Note You cannot use MF Assist when shooting movies Use the Focus Magnifier function instead MF Assist is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached Use the Focus Magnifier function instead Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus DMF Focus Magnif Time 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 MF Assist On 1 Turn the focus ring to adjust t...

Page 123: ...or Focus Magnifier function Menu item details 2 Sec Magnifies the images for 2 seconds 5 Sec Magnifies the images for 5 seconds No Limit Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Magnif Time desired setting 1 123 ...

Page 124: ...s Full frame shooting x1 0 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen x5 9 Displays a 5 9 times enlarged image APS C Super 35mm size shooting x1 0 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen x3 8 Displays a 3 8 times enlarged image Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Initial Focus Ma...

Page 125: ...ing Level Sets the level of enhancement of in focus areas Peaking Color Sets the color used to enhance in focus areas Note Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus the effect of peaking differs depending on the subject and lens The outline of in focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus DMF 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 So...

Page 126: ...ont Bracket Shoots images while holding the shutter button down each with different degrees of exposure Single Bracket Shoots a specified number of images one by one each with a different degrees of exposure WB bracket Shoots a total of three images each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance color temperature and color filter DRO Bracket Shoots a total of ...

Page 127: ...ing continuous shooting set as follows Focus Mode Continuous AF AEL w shutter Off or Auto Note The shooting speed during continuous shooting becomes slower when RAW File Type is set to Uncompressed When the F value is greater than F11 in Continuous Shooting Hi Continuous Shooting Hi or Continuous Shooting Mid mode the focus is locked to the setting in the first shot The subject is not displayed in...

Page 128: ...e Mono DRO Auto HDR is set to Auto HDR The speed of continuous shooting decreases when you shoot with a flash Related Topic Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator Cont Shoot Length Focus Mode Aperture Drive in AF still image AEL w shutter still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 128 ...

Page 129: ...Always Display Always displays the indicator when the drive mode is set to Cont Shooting Shoot Only Display Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed Not Displayed Does not display the indicator Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full SLOW will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease Related Topic Cont Shooting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyrig...

Page 130: ...l wheel to stop the count of the self timer Press Drive Mode on the control wheel and select Single Shooting to cancel the self timer Set Audio signals to Off to turn off the beeping sound during the self timer countdown To use the self timer in bracket mode select bracket mode under drive mode then select MENU Camera Settings1 Bracket Settings Selftimer during Bracket Related Topic Audio signals ...

Page 131: ... 5 Img Self timer Cont 2 Sec 3 Img Self timer Cont 2 Sec 5 Img Hint Press the shutter button again or press Drive Mode on the control wheel to stop the count of the self timer Press Drive Mode on the control wheel and select Single Shooting to cancel the self timer 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Press Drive Mode of the control wheel Self timer Cont You can also set the drive mode b...

Page 132: ...ting the shutter speed When the exposure is compensated the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto When the flash is used the product performs flash bracket shooting which shifts the amount of flash light even if Cont Bracket is selected Press the shutter button for each image Related Topic Bracket Setting...

Page 133: ...SO AUTO is selected in Manual Exposure mode the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value If a setting other than ISO AUTO is selected the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed When the exposure is compensated the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto Related Topic Bracket Settings Indic...

Page 134: ...images shifted by 0 3 EV steps Exposure compensation 0 0 EV Flash bracketing lower indicator 3 images shifted by 0 7 EV steps Flash compensation 1 0 EV Note During bracket shooting guides equal to the number of images to be shot are displayed over under the bracket indicator When you start single bracket shooting the guides will disappear one by one as the camera records images 5 021 699 11 1 Copy...

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Page 136: ...cords a series of three images with large changes in the white balance within the range of 20MK 1 MK 1 is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as mired Note The last shot is shown on the auto review Related Topic Bracket Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Select Drive Mode of the control wheel WB bracket Yo...

Page 137: ... Lv 3 DRO Bracket Hi Records a series of three images with large changes in the D Range Optimizer value Lv 1 Lv 3 and Lv 5 Note The last shot is shown on the auto review Related Topic Bracket Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Select Drive Mode of the control wheel DRO Bracket You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU Camera Settings1 Drive Mode 1 Select the desired mo...

Page 138: ...o sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self timer OFF 2 Sec 5 Sec 10 Sec Bracket order Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing 0 0 Related Topic Cont Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Select Drive Mode of the control wheel select bracket shooting mode You can also set the drive mo...

Page 139: ...ot in Interval Sets whether or not to perform silent shooting during interval shooting On Off Shoot Interval Priority Sets whether or not to prioritize the shooting interval when the exposure mode is Program Auto or Aperture Priority and the shutter speed becomes longer than the time set for Shooting Interval On Off Hint If you press the shutter button during interval shooting interval shooting wi...

Page 140: ...a may get hot easily Depending on the ambient temperature you may not be able to record the set number of images because the camera may stop recording to protect the equipment During interval shooting including the time between pressing the shutter button and the start of shooting you cannot operate the dedicated shooting setting screen or MENU screen However you can adjust some settings such as t...

Page 141: ...nu item details On Activates the touch operation Off Deactivates the touch operation Related Topic Func of Touch Operation Touch Shutter Func of Touch Operation Touch Focus Func of Touch Operation Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel Pad 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Touch Operation desired setting 1 141 ...

Page 142: ...l operations or touch pad operations Menu item details Touch Panel Pad Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder Touch Panel Only Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor Touch Pad Only Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder Related Topic Touc...

Page 143: ...Touch Shutter function is unavailable in the following situations During viewfinder shooting When the shooting mode is set to Movie When the shooting mode is set to S Q Motion When Focus Mode is Manual Focus When Focus Area is Flexible Spot When Focus Area is Expand Flexible Spot When Focus Area is Tracking Flexible Spot When Focus Area is Tracking Expand Flexible Spot While using the digital zoom...

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Page 145: ...exible Spot Expand Flexible Spot Tracking Flexible Spot or Tracking Expand Flexible Spot the focusing frame can be moved using touch operations When the Focus Mode is set to Manual Focus the focus magnifier can be used by double tapping the monitor Note MENU Camera Settings2 Func of Touch Operation Touch Focus 1 Touch the monitor When shooting with the monitor touch the position where you want to ...

Page 146: ... not available in the following situations When Focus Mode is set to Manual Focus When using the digital zoom When using the LA EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel Pad 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 146 ...

Page 147: ...ies with Record Setting set to 120p 100p When Focus Mode is set to Manual Focus When using the Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When File Format is set to XAVC S 4K and Proxy Recording is set to On Related Topic Touch Operation 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Func of Touch Operation Touch Tracking 1 Touch the subject that you want to track on the mo...

Page 148: ...on the direction of dragging and the amount of movement Relative Position Operation Area Sets the area to be used for touch pad operations Restricting the operational area can prevent erroneous operations caused by your nose etc touching the monitor About Touch Positioning Mode Selecting Absolute Position lets you move the focusing frame to a distant position more quickly because you can directly ...

Page 150: ...hen convert it into a popular image format such as JPEG or TIFF or readjust the white balance saturation or contrast of the image You cannot apply Auto HDR or Picture Effect functions with RAW images RAW images recorded with this camera have a resolution of 14 bits per pixel However resolution is limited to 12 bits in the following shooting modes Long Exposure NR BULB Cont Shooting when RAW File T...

Page 151: ...ncompressed Records images in uncompressed RAW format When Uncompressed is selected for RAW File Type the file size of the image will be larger than if it were recorded in compressed RAW format Hint When Uncompressed is selected for RAW File Type the icon on the screen switches to RAW RAW is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 ...

Page 152: ...ails Extra fine Fine Standard Since the compression rate increases from Extra fine to Fine to Standard the file size decreases in the same order This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card but the image quality is lower Related Topic File Format still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 JPEG Quality desired setting 1 152 ...

Page 153: ... 3 When Aspect Ratio is set to 16 9 When Aspect Ratio is set to 1 1 MENU Camera Settings1 JPEG Image Size desired setting 1 Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 24M 6000 4000 pixels M 10M 3936 2624 pixels S 6 0M 3008 2000 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 21M 5328 4000 pixels M 9 2M 3488 2624 pixels S 5 3M 2656 2000 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal ver...

Page 154: ...ntal vertical S 4 0M 2000 2000 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 10M 3936 2624 pixels M 6 0M 3008 2000 pixels S 2 6M 1968 1312 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 9 2M 3488 2624 pixels M 5 3M 2656 2000 pixels S 2 3M 1744 1312 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 8 7M 3936 2216 pixels M 5 1M 3008 1688 pixels S 2 2M 1968 1112 pixels Parame...

Page 156: ...still image Menu item details 3 2 Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4 3 The aspect ratio is 4 3 16 9 The aspect ratio is 16 9 1 1 The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Aspect Ratio desired setting 1 156 ...

Page 157: ...C equivalent size or Super 35mm equivalent size When On is selected the angle of view becomes approximately 1 5 times the focal length indicated on the lens Auto Automatically sets the capture range according to the lens Off Always captures 35mm full frame image sensor pictures Note When you attach an APS C compatible lens and set APS C Super 35mm to Off you may not achieve the desired shooting re...

Page 158: ...o Auto and a full frame shooting compatible lens is attached APS C Super 35mm is set to Off Angle of view equivalent to APS C size Super 35mm A When shooting still images with Aspect Ratio set to 3 2 B When recording movies The camera shoots with an angle of view equivalent to the APS C size or Super 35mm in the following situations The angle of view becomes approx 1 5 times the focal length indic...

Page 159: ...rame B Angle of view during XAVC S 4K movie recording set to 30p 60M 30p 100M C Angle of view equivalent to Super 35mm Related Topic File Format movie Record Setting movie APS C Super 35mm 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 159 ...

Page 160: ...ter Priority Allows you to shoot fast moving subjects etc by manually adjusting the shutter speed M Manual Exposure Allows you to shoot still images with the desired exposure by adjusting the exposure both the shutter speed and the aperture value F value Movie Allows you to change the exposure mode for movie recording S Q Motion Allows you to shoot slow motion and quick motion movies 1 2 3 Memory ...

Page 162: ... under certain shooting conditions For Intelligent Auto mode most of the functions are set automatically and you cannot adjust the settings on your own Related Topic About Scene Recognition 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Set the mode dial to Auto Mode The shooting mode will be set to Intelligent Auto 1 Point the camera at the subject When the camera recognized the scene the icon fo...

Page 163: ...gnize the shooting conditions and shoot the image Scene Recognition When the product recognizes certain scenes the following icons and guides are displayed on the first line Portrait Infant Night Portrait Night Scene Backlight Portrait Backlight Landscape Macro Spotlight Low Light Night Scene using a tripod Related Topic Intelligent Auto 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 163 ...

Page 164: ...r speed combination P on the screen changes to P when you turn the control dial To cancel program shift set the shooting mode to other than Program Auto or turn off the camera Note According to the brightness of the environment the program shift may not be used Set the shooting mode to another one than P or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made When the brightness changes the aperture ...

Page 165: ...the mode dial to A Aperture Priority 1 Select the desired value by turning the control dial Smaller F value The subject is in focus but objects in front of and beyond the subject are blurred Larger F value The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus If the aperture value you have set is not suitable for appropriate exposure the shutter speed on the shooting screen will blink If ...

Page 166: ... NR is set to On and the shutter speed is 1 second s or longer noise reduction will be done after shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open However you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot Related Topic Long Exposure NR still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corp...

Page 167: ...on Set the mode dial to M Manual Exposure 1 Select the desired shutter speed by turning the control wheel Select the desired aperture value by turning the control dial You can switch the functions of the control dial and the control wheel using MENU Camera Settings2 Dial Wheel Setup You can also set ISO to ISO AUTO in manual exposure mode The ISO value automatically changes to achieve the appropri...

Page 168: ...ting press the shutter button on the remote commander again Note The longer the exposure time the more noise will be visible on the image When Long Exposure NR is set to On noise reduction is performed after shooting for the same duration that the shutter was open You cannot shoot while noise reduction is in progress You cannot set the shutter speed to BULB in the following situations Auto HDR Pic...

Page 170: ...gs registered to a memory card using another camera of the same model name can be recalled with this camera Note If you set Recall after completing the shooting settings the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid Check the indicators on the screen before shooting Related Topic Memory Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony C...

Page 171: ...ws you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually Shutter Priority Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually Manual Exposure Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure both the shutter speed and the aperture value manually 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Set the mode dial to Movie 1 MENU Camera Settings2 Exposure Mode desired setting 2 Press the ...

Page 172: ...ed and the aperture value Aperture Priority Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually Shutter Priority Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually Manual Exposure Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure both the shutter speed and the aperture value manually Related Topic S Q Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Set the mode dial ...

Page 173: ...just Exposure Comp to the plus side or minus side respectively exposure compensation To set the exposure compensation value using the MENU Turn the exposure compensation dial A over side Images become brighter under side Images become darker You can adjust the exposure compensation value within the range of 3 0 EV to 3 0 EV You can confirm the exposure compensation value that you set on the shooti...

Page 174: ...lected in the recorded image You can adjust the exposure compensation value within the range of 2 0 EV to 2 0 EV for movies Note You cannot perform the exposure compensation in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto When using Manual Exposure you can perform the exposure compensation only when ISO is set to ISO AUTO If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions or when you u...

Page 175: ...exposure value set using Exposure Comp when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to 0 Menu item details Maintain Maintains the settings Reset Resets the settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Reset EV Comp desired setting 1 175 ...

Page 176: ...sation function to the control dial Note If you assign the exposure compensation function to the control dial the function that was originally assigned can be managed using the control wheel and vice versa The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over Exposure Comp in MENU or the exposure settings using the control dial or the control wheel When the shooting mode is set t...

Page 177: ...osure Set Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure Menu item details Off Does not display the guide On Displays the guide 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Exposure Set Guide desired setting 1 177 ...

Page 178: ...tter speed aperture and exposure compensation values Menu item details 0 3EV 0 5EV Note Even if you set Exposure step to 0 5EV the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0 3EV 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Exposure step desired setting 1 178 ...

Page 179: ...e emphasizing the highlighted area on the screen This mode is suitable for shooting the subject while avoiding overexposure Hint When Spot is selected and Focus Area is set to either Flexible Spot Expand Flexible Spot Tracking Flexible Spot or Tracking Expand Flexible Spot while Spot Metering Point is set to Focus Point Link the spot metering point can be coordinated with the focus area When Multi...

Page 181: ... camera measures brightness using the Multi setting without detecting faces Note When the shooting mode is set to Intelligent Auto Face Priority in Multi Metering is locked to On When Face Eye Priority in AF is set to On and Subject Detection is set to Animal under Face Eye AF Set Face Priority in Multi Metering does not work Related Topic Metering Mode 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporati...

Page 182: ...s Point Link The spot metering position coordinates with the focus area Note When Focus Area is set to other than Flexible Spot Expand Flexible Spot Tracking Flexible Spot Tracking Expand Flexible Spot the spot metering position is locked to the center When Focus Area is set to Tracking Flexible Spot or Tracking Expand Flexible Spot the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start posi...

Page 183: ...en Hint If you select the AEL hold function in Custom Key or Custom Key you can lock the exposure as long as you are holding down the button You cannot set the AEL hold function to Left Button Right Button or Down Button Note AEL hold and AEL toggle are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key or...

Page 184: ...t determines that the subject is moving or you shoot burst images the fixed exposure is cancelled On Fixes the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down Off Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in Cont Shooting mode Note When ...

Page 185: ...or Spot during using spot AEL The standard value for M M Metered Manual will be changed according to the value set in Exposure Std Adjust The value set in Exposure Std Adjust is recorded in Exif data separately from the exposure compensation value The amount of exposure standard value will not be added to the exposure compensation value If you set Exposure Std Adjust during bracketing shooting the...

Page 186: ...ient light or just ambient light Menu item details Ambient flash Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light Ambient only Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only Related Topic Flash Comp 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Exp comp set desired setting 1 186 ...

Page 187: ...tness level for Zebra Level The settings for correct exposure confirmation and overexposure confirmation are registered to Custom1 and Custom2 respectively in the default settings To check the correct exposure set a standard value and the range for the brightness level The zebra pattern will appear on areas that fall within the range you set To check the overexposure set a minimum value for the br...

Page 188: ...zes the gradation of a recorded image for each divided area Select the optimization level from Lv1 weak to Lv5 strong Note In the following situations DRO Auto HDR is fixed to Off When Picture Effect is set to other than Off When Picture Profile is set to other than Off When shooting with D Range Optimizer the image may be noisy Select the proper level by checking the recorded image especially whe...

Page 189: ... is motionless or does not flash light Do not change the composition during shooting Note This function is not available when the File Format is RAW or RAW JPEG Auto HDR is not available in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto Auto HDR is not available in the following situations When Picture Effect is set to other than Off When Picture Profile is set to other than Off You cannot start th...

Page 190: ...2400 the setting is automatically switched to 102400 When you finish recording the movie the ISO value returns to the original setting When shooting movies ISO values between 100 and 102400 are available If the ISO value is set to a value smaller than 100 the setting is automatically switched to 100 When you finish recording the movie the ISO value returns to the original setting The available ran...

Page 191: ...ISO AUTO and then press the right side of the control wheel to select ISO AUTO Maximum ISO AUTO Minimum Note ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range reset ISO Range Limit The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for Gamma under Picture Profile Related Topic ISO Setting ISO 5 021 ...

Page 192: ... noise 1 8000 30 The ISO sensitivity starts to change at the shutter speed you have set Hint The difference in shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity starts to change between Faster Fast Standard Slow and Slower is 1 EV Note If the exposure is insufficient even when the ISO sensitivity is set to ISO AUTO Maximum in ISO AUTO in order to shoot with an appropriate exposure the shutter speed will be s...

Page 193: ...optical zoom When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom the Focus Area setting is disabled and the focusing frame is shown by the dotted line The AF operates with priority on and around the center area When you use the Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom or Digital Zoom function Metering Mode is locked to Multi When using the Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom or Digital Zoom function the following...

Page 194: ... To use another zoom function than the optical zoom for movies assign Zoom to the desired key using Custom Key Related Topic Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Zoom Zoom Setting About zoom scale Focus Area 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 194 ...

Page 195: ...ion MENU Camera Settings2 Zoom Setting ClearImage Zoom or Digital Zoom 1 When a power zoom lens is mounted move the zoom lever or the zoom ring of the zoom lens to enlarge subjects When you exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom the camera automatically switches to another zoom than the optical zoom 2 When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted select MENU Camera Settings2 Zoom desired ...

Page 196: ...eeds the optical zoom the product magnifies images using an image process with less deterioration Digital Zoom When the zoom range of the Clear Image Zoom is exceeded the product magnifies images to the largest scale However the image quality will deteriorate Note Set Optical zoom only if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate Related Topic The zoom...

Page 197: ...m The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting JPEG Image Size still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation JPEG Image Size Optical zoom only smart zoom ClearImage Zoom Digital Zoom L 24M Approx 2 Approx 4 M 10M Approx 1 5 Approx 3 Approx 6 1 S 6 0M Approx 2 Approx 4 Approx 8 JPEG Image Size Optical zoom only smart zoom ClearImage Zoom Digital Zoom L 10M Approx 2 Approx...

Page 198: ...enses that support this function Menu item details Left W Right T Assigns zoom out W function to left handed rotation and zoom in T function to right handed rotation Right W Left T Assigns zoom in T function to left handed rotation and zoom out W function to right handed rotation 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Zoom Ring Rotate desired setting 1 198 ...

Page 199: ...asic white color under the light conditions for the shooting environment Hint You can display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color tones as required by pressing the right side of the control wheel When C Temp Filter is selected you can change the color temperature by turning the control dial instead of pressing the right side of the control wheel If the color tones ...

Page 200: ...oots with standard auto white balance The camera automatically adjusts the color tones Ambience Prioritizes the color tone of the light source This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere White Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low Related Topic White Balance 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings...

Page 201: ...ou shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 White Balance Select from among Custom 1 to Custom 3 and then press the right side of the control wheel 1 Select custom white balance set and then press the center of the control wheel 2 Hold the product so that the white area fully covers the white balance capture...

Page 202: ...k Hold or AWB Lock Toggle using Custom Key If you press the assigned key during shooting the white balance will be locked The AWB Lock Hold function locks the white balance by stopping the automatic white balance adjustment while the button is pressed The AWB Lock Toggle function locks the white balance by stopping the automatic white balance adjustment after the button is pressed once When you pr...

Page 203: ...nd subjects such as flowers spring greenery blue sky or ocean views Neutral MENU Camera Settings1 Creative Style 1 Select the desired style or Style Box using the top bottom sides of the control wheel 2 To adjust Contrast Saturation and Sharpness select the desired item using the right left sides and then select the value using the top bottom sides 3 When selecting Style Box move to the right side...

Page 204: ...the boxes with numbers on the left side to register preferred settings Then select the desired settings using the right button You can call up the same style with slightly different settings To set Contrast Saturation and Sharpness Contrast Saturation and Sharpness can be adjusted for each image style preset such as Standard and Landscape and for each Style Box to which you can register preferred ...

Page 205: ...ther than the optical zoom setting the zoom scale larger makes Toy Camera less effective When Partial Color is selected images may not retain the selected color depending on the subject or shooting conditions You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen because the product processes the image after the shot Also you cannot shoot another image until image processing is finished You...

Page 207: ...B This color space has a wide range of color reproduction When a large part of the subject is vivid green or red Adobe RGB is effective The file name of the recorded image starts with _ Note AdobeRGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2 0 option color space Images may not be printed or viewed in the correct colors if you use applications or printers that do not su...

Page 208: ...n halfway down or pressing the AF ON AF On button even when in the manual focus mode Note When you set Anti flicker Shoot to On the image quality of the live view may be reduced When you set Anti flicker Shoot to On the shutter release lag may increase slightly In the continuous shooting mode the shooting speed may slow down or the interval between shots may become irregular The camera detects fli...

Page 209: ...ching the product to an astronomical telescope etc Disable Does not release the shutter when a lens is not attached 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 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Set...

Page 210: ...er even if no memory card has been inserted Disable Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted Note When no memory card has been inserted the images shot will not be saved The default setting is Enable It is recommended that you select Disable prior to actual shooting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Release w o Card desired setting 1 210...

Page 211: ...e Type is set to Uncompressed To decrease the distortion set File Format to JPEG If you want to shoot images in the RAW format with less distortion set Drive Mode to Cont Shooting and RAW File Type to Compressed If you shoot images under instantaneous lightning or flickering lights such as the flash light from other cameras or fluorescent lighting a striping effect may occur on the image If you wa...

Page 212: ... Uses SteadyShot Off Does not use SteadyShot We recommend that you set Off when using a tripod etc Hint If you intend to use the image stabilization function of the Movie Edit add on smartphone application set SteadyShot to Off on the camera 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 SteadyShot desired setting 1 212 ...

Page 213: ...ction when shooting SteadyShot Settings will be unavailable when MENU Camera Settings2 SteadyShot is set to Off When the camera cannot obtain focal length information from the lens the SteadyShot function does not work correctly Set SteadyShot Adjust to Manual and set SteadyS Focal Len to match the lens you are using The currently set value for the SteadyShot focal length will appear next to camer...

Page 214: ...rration Comp Sets whether to automatically reduce color deviation at the corners of the screen Auto Off Distortion Comp Sets whether to automatically compensate for distortion of the screen Auto Off Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with Shading Comp depending on the lens type Dependin...

Page 215: ... appears and you cannot take another picture Select this to prioritize the image quality Off Does not activate noise reduction Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting Note Noise reduction may not be activated even if Long Exposure NR is set to On in the following situations Drive Mode is set to Cont Shooting or Cont Bracket Long Exposure NR cannot be set to Off in the following shooting m...

Page 216: ...ormally Low Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately Off Does not activate high ISO noise reduction Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting Note High ISO NR is fixed to Normal in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto When File Format is set to RAW this function is not available High ISO NR does not work for RAW images when the File Format is RAW JPEG 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright ...

Page 217: ...ration Off Focuses without giving higher priority to registered faces Hint To use the Regist Faces Priority function set as follows Face Eye Priority in AF under Face Eye AF Set On Subject Detection under Face Eye AF Set Human Related Topic Focusing on eyes Face Eye AF Set Face Registration New Registration Face Registration Order Exchanging 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Came...

Page 218: ...d Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat a mask sunglasses etc Related Topic Regist Faces Priority 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Face Registration New Registration 1 Align the guide frame with the face to be registered and press the shutter button 2 When a confirmation message ...

Page 219: ...red to be given priority the face registered first will be given priority You can change the priority order Related Topic Regist Faces Priority 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Face Registration Order Exchanging 1 Select a face to change the order of priority 2 Select the destination 3 219 ...

Page 220: ...ven if you execute Delete the data for registered face will remain in the product To delete the data for registered faces from the product select Delete All 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Face Registration Delete If you select Delete All you can delete all registered faces 1 220 ...

Page 221: ...xed securely to the product Do not use the Multi Interface Shoe with a commercially available flash that applies voltage of 250 V or more or has the reverse polarity of the camera Doing so may cause a malfunction When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W the shadow of the lens may appear on the screen depending on the shooting conditions If this happens shoot away from the subject or s...

Page 223: ...The flash is always fired to reduce the red eye phenomenon Off Does not use Red Eye Reduction Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects It depends on individual differences and conditions such as distance to the subject or whether the subject looks at the pre strobe or not 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Red Eye Reduction desired setting 1 223 ...

Page 224: ...t a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed Rear Sync The flash works right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter Rear sync shooting allows you to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such as a moving car or a walking person Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode Some Flash Mode settings are not ...

Page 225: ... due to the limited amount of flash light available if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash If the subject is very close the lower flash effect side may not be visible If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark In this case adjust Flash Comp to the desired valu...

Page 226: ...locked in the following situations When Flash Mode is set to Flash Off or Autoflash When the flash cannot go off When using an external flash that is set to manual flash mode Note MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key desired button then assign the FEL Lock toggle function to the button 1 Center the subject on which FEL is to be locked and adjust the focus 2 Press the button to which FEL Lock toggle is...

Page 227: ...that does not support the FEL lock is attached an error message is displayed When both AE and FEL lock are locked AE lock FEL lock icon lights up Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 227 ...

Page 228: ...separately or Wireless Radio Commander sold separately manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera You can only use External Flash Set when the flash is attached directly to the camera You cannot use this function when shooting with an off camera flash that is connected using a cable Only some of the functions of the attached flash are configurable using External Fl...

Page 229: ...occurs change the channel of your flash For details on how to change the channel refer to the instruction manual for the flash For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting visit the Sony website or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...

Page 230: ...ing are applied to the movie shooting White Balance Creative Style Metering Mode Face Eye Priority in AF Face Priority in Multi Metering D Range Optimizer Lens Comp You can change the settings for ISO sensitivity exposure compensation and focus area while shooting movies When shooting movies ISO values between ISO 100 and ISO 102400 are available If the ISO value is set to a value larger than ISO ...

Page 231: ...e MOVIE button again Recording may stop to protect the product depending on the temperature of the product or the battery When the mode dial is set to Movie or S Q Motion or when shooting movies you cannot select Tracking for Focus Area In Program Auto mode when shooting movies the aperture value and the shutter speed will be set automatically and cannot be changed For that reason the shutter spee...

Page 232: ...ording using the shutter button Hint When Movie w shutter is set to On you can still start or stop recording movies using the MOVIE button When Movie w shutter is set to On you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording playback device using REC Control Note When Movie w shutter is set to On you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down dur...

Page 233: ...e of compressing images with higher efficiency You can record high quality images while reducing the amount of data XAVC S recording format XAVC S 4K Bit rate Approx 100 Mbps or approx 60 Mbps Records movies in 4K resolution 3840 2160 XAVC S HD Bit rate Approx 100 Mbps approx 60 Mbps approx 50 Mbps approx 25 Mbps or approx 16 Mbps Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of t...

Page 234: ...ormat movie Selects the movie file format Menu item details XAVC S 4K Records movies in 4K resolution 3840 2160 XAVC S HD Records movies in HD resolution 1920 1080 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 File Format desired setting 1 234 ...

Page 235: ...M Approx 100 Mbps Records movies in 3840 2160 24p 24p 60M Approx 60 Mbps Records movies in 3840 2160 24p Only when NTSC PAL Selector is set to NTSC Record Setting Bit rate Description 60p 50M 50p 50M Approx 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920 1080 60p 50p 60p 25M 50p 25M Approx 25 Mbps Records movies in 1920 1080 60p 50p 30p 50M 25p 50M Approx 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920 1080 30p 25p 30p 16M 25p 16M...

Page 236: ... 4K and Record Setting is set to 30p Related Topic APS C Super 35mm 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Record Setting Bit rate Description 120p 60M 100p 60M Approx 60 Mbps Records high speed movies in 1920 1080 120p 100p You can record movies in 120 fps or 100 fps You can create smoother slow motion movies by using compatible editing devices Only when NTSC PAL Selector is set to NTSC 2...

Page 237: ...en NTSC PAL Selector is set to PAL Set the mode dial to S Q Motion 1 Select MENU Camera Settings2 Exposure Mode and select the desired setting of slow motion quick motion Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority or Manual Exposure 2 Select MENU Camera Settings2 S Q Settings and select the desired settings for Record Setting and Frame Rate 3 Press the MOVIE movie button to start recording Pr...

Page 238: ... a higher value During slow motion quick motion recording the following functions are not available TC Run under TC UB Settings TC Output under HDMI Settings 4K Output Select Related Topic S Q Motion Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Frame Rate Record Setting 25p 50p Frame Rate Record Setting 25p 50p 100fps 4 times slower 50fps 2 times slower Norma...

Page 239: ...back screen or image index screen Proxy is displayed over movies for which a proxy movie was simultaneously recorded Note Proxy movies cannot be played back on this camera Proxy recording is not available in the following situations When File Format is set to XAVC S HD and Record Setting is set to 120p 100p Deleting protecting movies that have proxy movies removes protects both the original and pr...

Page 240: ...to record sounds when shooting movies Select Off to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating Menu item details On Records sound stereo Off Does not record sound 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Audio Recording desired setting 1 240 ...

Page 241: ... the audio level Note The audio level is not displayed in the following situations When Audio Recording is set to Off When DISP Display Setting is set to No Disp Info During slow motion quick motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand by in movie recording mode 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Audio Level Display desired setting 1 241...

Page 242: ...stic audio When you record audio movies with lower volumes set Audio Rec Level to a greater sound level to make the sound easier to hear Note Regardless of the Audio Rec Level settings the limiter always operates Audio Rec Level is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode Audio Rec Level is unavailable during slow motion quick motion shooting The Audio Rec Level settings are appl...

Page 243: ...t delay Select this setting when audio deviation is a problem during audio monitoring Lip Sync Outputs audio and video in sync Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Cam...

Page 244: ...Menu item details On Reduces wind noise Off Does not reduce wind noise Note Setting this item to On where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume When an external microphone sold separately is used Wind Noise Reduct does not function 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Wind Noise Reduct desired setting 1 244 ...

Page 245: ...ting of a color tone faithful to the ITU709 standard PP5 Example setting using Cine1 gamma PP6 Example setting using Cine2 gamma PP7 Example setting using S Log2 gamma PP8 Example setting using the S Log3 gamma and the S Gamut3 Cine under Color Mode PP9 Example setting using the S Log3 gamma and the S Gamut3 under Color Mode PP10 Example setting for recording HDR movies using HLG2 gamma HDR movie ...

Page 246: ...rding Emphasizes noise reduction However shooting is restricted to a narrower dynamic range than with HLG2 or HLG3 HLG2 Gamma curve for HDR recording Provides a balance of dynamic range and noise reduction HLG3 Gamma curve for HDR recording Wider dynamic range than HLG2 However noise may increase HLG1 HLG2 and HLG3 all apply a gamma curve with the same characteristics but each offers a different b...

Page 247: ...DTV color BT 709 Saturation Sets the color saturation 32 to 32 Color Phase Sets the color phase 7 to 7 Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side Th...

Page 248: ...ceable compared to when using other gammas If the noise still is significant even after processing pictures it may be improved by shooting with a brighter setting However the dynamic range becomes narrower accordingly when you shoot with a brighter setting We recommend checking the picture in advance by test shooting when using S Log2 or S Log3 Setting ITU709 800 S Log2 or S Log3 may cause an erro...

Page 249: ...cture Profile is HLG HLG1 HLG2 or HLG3 and Color Mode is set to 709 S Log2 709 800 Displays movies with an S Log2 gamma reproducing contrast equivalent to ITU709 800 S Log3 709 800 Displays movies with an S Log3 gamma reproducing contrast equivalent to ITU709 800 HLG BT 2020 Displays movies after adjusting the image quality of the monitor or viewfinder to a quality that is almost the same as when ...

Page 250: ...in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations Off Does not use Auto Slow Shutter The recorded movie will be darker than when On is selected but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur Note Auto Slow Shutter does not function in the following situations During slow motion quick motion shooting Shutter Priority Manual Exposure When ISO is set to ...

Page 251: ... for Focus Magnifier in the movie shooting mode Menu item details x1 0 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen x4 0 Displays a 4 0 times enlarged image Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Initial Focus Mag desired setting 1 251 ...

Page 252: ...hen the target of auto focusing changes while shooting a movie Menu item details 7 Fast 6 5 4 3 2 1 Slow Select a faster value to focus on the subject more quickly Select a slower value to focus on the subject more smoothly 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 AF Transition Speed desired setting 1 252 ...

Page 253: ... 5 Responsive 4 3 2 1 Locked on Select a higher value when you want to shoot a quick moving subject or when you want to shoot multiple subjects while switching the focus continually Select a lower value when you want the focus to remain steady or when you want to keep the focus on a particular target without being affected by other subjects 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camer...

Page 254: ...isplayed How to reset the time code How to set the user bit UB Preset How to reset the user bit MENU Setup TC UB Settings setting value you want to change 1 MENU Setup TC UB Settings TC Preset 1 Turn the control wheel and select the first two digits The time code can be set between the following range When 60p is selected 00 00 00 00 to 23 59 59 29 2 When 24p is selected you can select the last tw...

Page 255: ...t time code on the recording medium Regenerate Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code The time code advances in Rec Run mode regardless of the TC Run setting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup TC UB Settings UB Preset 1 Press the Delete button to reset the user bit 00 0...

Page 256: ...portrait shooting TC UB information is not displayed In the playback mode TC UB information is displayed even when the monitor is flipped 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key Custom Key or Custom Key assign the TC UB Disp Switch function to the desired key 1 Press the key to which TC UB Disp Switch is assigned Each time you press the key the monitor displ...

Page 257: ...d The markers are not recorded Off No marker is displayed Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to Movie or S Q Motion or when shooting movies You cannot display markers when using Focus Magnifier The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder You cannot output the markers Related Topic Marker Settings movie 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Sett...

Page 258: ...5 1 2 35 1 Safety Zone Sets the safety zone display This becomes the standard range that can be received by a general household TV Off 80 90 Guideframe Sets whether or not to display the guide frame You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground Off On Hint You can display several markers at the same time Place the subject on the cross point of the Guideframe to make a ...

Page 259: ... 4K movie is not output to the connected 4K compatible device during slow motion quick motion shooting When HDMI Only 30p HDMI Only 24p or HDMI Only 25p is set the counter does not move forward the actual recording time is not counted while the movie is being recorded on an external recording playback device When shooting 4K movies using the setting Memory Card HDMI the movies will not be output t...

Page 261: ...on off in sync with the ON OFF operation of this camera REC Link The video light turns on off in sync with movie recording start stop REC Link STBY The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording STBY Auto The video light automatically turns on when it is dark 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Video Light Mode desired setting 1 26...

Page 262: ...oting the monitor may display an icon indicating that data is being written the number of images left to write During writing some functions are not available You can also enlarge an image by double tapping the monitor In addition you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor Set Touch Operation to On beforehand Related Topic Recover Image DB Display as Group 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright...

Page 263: ...orehand Note You cannot enlarge movies Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag Enlarge Initial Position 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Display the image you want to enlarge and then press the Enlarge Image button Turn the control wheel to adjust the zoom scale By rotating the control dial you can switch to the previous or next image while keeping the same zoom scale The v...

Page 264: ...entation of the camera Manual Images shot vertically are displayed vertically If you have set the image orientation using the Rotate function the image will be displayed accordingly Off Images are always displayed horizontally Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback Related Topic Rotating an image Rotate 5 021 699 11 ...

Page 265: ...shot using other products When viewing rotated images on a computer the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Display the image to be rotated then select MENU Playback Rotate 1 Press the center of the control wheel The image is rotated counter clockwise The image rotates as you press the center If you rotate t...

Page 266: ...isplays an image with the standard magnification Previous Mag Displays an image with the previous magnification The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back Enlarge Image Enlarge Initial Position 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Enlarge Initial Mag desired setting 1 266 ...

Page 267: ...ck Menu item details Focused Position Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting Center Enlarges the image from the center of the screen Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back Enlarge Image Enlarge Initial Mag 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Enlarge Initial Position desired setting 1 267 ...

Page 268: ...ent Closes the operation panel Hint Forward slow playback Reverse slow playback Displays the next frame and Displays the previous frame are available during pause Movie files recorded using other products may not be able to be playable on this camera Note Even if you shoot the movie vertically the movie will be displayed horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera Related Topic Switchin...

Page 269: ...Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel then adjust the volume You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Volume Settings desired setting 1 269 ...

Page 270: ...as still images Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Display the movie that you want to capture as a still image 1 MENU Playback Photo Capture 2 Play back the movie and pause it 3 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback reverse slow playback displays the next frame and displays the previous frame and then stop the movie 4 Press...

Page 271: ...desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel then press the top bottom sides of the control wheel While the bar is being selected you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center In addition you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon Related Topic Switching between still images and movies View Mode 5 021 ...

Page 272: ...group is counted as one image when Image Jump Method is set to One by one By 10 images or By 100 images When Image Jump Method is set to a parameter other than One by one By 10 images or By 100 images Image Jump will only be available if View Mode is set to Date View If View Mode is not set to Date View the camera will always play back every image without jumping when you use the dial selected wit...

Page 273: ... Mode image display method Menu item details Date View Displays the images by date Folder View Still Displays only still images XAVC S HD View Displays only XAVC S HD format movies XAVC S 4K View Displays only XAVC S 4K format movies 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback View Mode desired setting 1 273 ...

Page 274: ...inuously by holding down the shutter button during continuous shooting becomes one group Images shot with Interval Shoot Func Images shot during one session of interval shooting become one group On the image index screen the Display as Group icon is displayed over the group Note Images can be grouped and displayed only when View Mode is set to Date View When it is not set to Date View images canno...

Page 275: ...on during playback You can change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during playback You can also change the playback speed by selecting MENU Playback PB Speed for Interval You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well Related Topic Interval Shoot Func PB Speed for Interval 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback C...

Page 276: ... for still images during Cont PB for Interval Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during Cont PB for Interval Related Topic Cont PB for Interval 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback PB Speed for Interval desired setting 1 276 ...

Page 277: ...Interval Select the display interval for images from among 1 Sec 3 Sec 5 Sec 10 Sec or 30 Sec To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU button to quit the slideshow You cannot pause the slideshow Hint During playback you can display the next previous image by pressing the right left side of the control wheel You can activate a slideshow only when View Mode is set to Date View ...

Page 278: ...ncels the protection of all images in the selected folder Cancel All with this date Cancels the protection of all images taken on the selected date All Images in This Group Protects all the images in the selected group Cancel All in This Group Cancels the protection of all the images in the selected group Hint If you assign Protect to the key of your choice using MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key y...

Page 279: ... which you want to assign a rating The level of Rating changes each time you press the custom key Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key Rating Set Custom Key Setting the method for jumping between images Image Jump Setting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Rating The image rating selection screen will appear 1 Press the left right sides ...

Page 280: ...ch you have assigned Rating using Custom Key Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Rating Set Custom Key 1 Add a check mark to the level of ranking that you want to activate You can select the checked number when setting Rating using the custom key 2 280 ...

Page 281: ...eck mark is displayed in the check box To cancel the selection press the center again and clear the check box 2 Repeat step 1 to print other images To select all the images from a certain date or in a certain folder select the check box for the date or folder 3 MENU OK Cancel All Clears all DPOF marks Print Setting Sets whether to print the date on images registered with DPOF marks The position or...

Page 282: ...deleted an image you cannot restore it Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand Note The protected images cannot be deleted Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images Delete 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Display the image you want to delete 1 Press the Delete button 2 Select Delete using the control wheel 3 282 ...

Page 283: ...he selection All Images in This Group Deletes all images in the selected group Hint Perform Format to delete all images including protected images To display the desired folder or date select the desired folder or date during playback by performing the following procedure Image Index button select the bar on the left using the control wheel select the desired folder or date using the top bottom si...

Page 284: ...elete or Cancel is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen Menu item details Delete first Delete is selected as the default setting Cancel first Cancel is selected as the default setting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Delete confirm desired setting 1 284 ...

Page 285: ... limited Turn off both this product and the TV 1 Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable sold separately Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV 2 Turn on the TV and switch the input 3 Turn on this product Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen 4 Select an image...

Page 286: ... device using the output terminals of both Doing so may cause a malfunction Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product For example they may not output video or audio Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable When TC Output is set to On the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device In such cases set TC Output to Off If images do not app...

Page 287: ...ferences It is recommended that you assign frequently used functions to easily operable buttons so that you can call up the assigned functions simply by pressing the corresponding button To register frequently used functions to the Fn button Function menu If you register functions frequently used in the shooting mode to the Function menu you can display the registered functions on the screen simpl...

Page 288: ...change the shooting settings quickly according to the scene Memory You can register the appropriate shooting settings for scene to the camera or a memory card and call up the settings easily by using the mode dial etc Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key Using Fn Function button Function menu Add Item Changing the function of the dial temporarily My Dial Settings...

Page 289: ... be registered are displayed on the menu of the camera Aperture F number Shutter speed To change registered settings Change the setting to the desired one and re register the setting to the same mode number Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product Program Shift cannot be registered Related Topic Recall Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 5 021 699 11 1 ...

Page 290: ...hen the registered setting recall is executed the registered settings may not take effect MENU Camera Settings1 Reg Custom Shoot Set Select a registration number from Recall Custom hold 1 to Recall Custom hold 3 The setting screen for the selected number will be displayed 1 Using the top bottom left right side of the control wheel select the check boxes for the functions that you want to recall wi...

Page 292: ... Settings is maintained even if you do not hold down the key Press the key again to return to the normal function Shooting while switching My Dial During shooting you can recall My Dial using the custom key and shoot as you change the shooting setting by turning the control dial control wheel In the following example the functions listed in the table below are registered to My Dial and My Dial 1 2...

Page 293: ... Av White Balance Picture Effect Press the C Custom button The functions registered to My Dial 1 will be assigned to the control wheel control dial The icons for the function registered to My Dial 1 are displayed in the lower part of the screen 1 Turn the control wheel to set the ISO value and turn the control dial to set the aperture value 2 Press the C button again The functions registered to My...

Page 294: ... the shutter speed using the control wheel and change the aperture value using the control dial F no SS You can change the aperture value using the control wheel and change the shutter speed using the control dial Note Dial Wheel Setup is enabled when the shooting mode is set to M 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Dial Wheel Setup desired setting 1 294 ...

Page 295: ...l when changing the aperture value or shutter speed Menu item details Normal Does not change the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel Reverse Reverses the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Av Tv Rotate desired setting 1 295 ...

Page 296: ...ock Does not lock the control dial or control wheel even if you press and hold the Fn Function button Hint You can release the lock by holding the Fn Function button down again Note When AF Area Registration is set to On Dial Wheel Lock is fixed to Unlock Related Topic Registering the current focus area AF Area Registration still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Set...

Page 297: ...ith the lens Menu item details Power Focus The focusing position moves toward infinity when you turn the function ring to the right The focusing position moves to the closer range when you turn the function ring to the left Full Frame Select The angle of view switches between full frame and APS C Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in...

Page 298: ...nnot add the following items to My Menu Any item under MENU Playback Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Add Item 1 Select an item that you want to add to My Menu using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 2 Select a destination using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 3 298 ...

Page 299: ...dded to My Menu under MENU Related Topic Add Item 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Sort Item 1 Select an item that you want to move using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 2 Select a destination using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 3 299 ...

Page 300: ...Menu Delete Page You can delete all the items added to My Menu by selecting MENU My Menu Delete All Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Delete Item 1 Select an item that you want to delete using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel and then press the center to delete the selected item 2 300 ...

Page 301: ... added to a page under My Menu in MENU Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Delete Page 1 Select a page that you want to delete using the left right sides of the control wheel and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items 2 301 ...

Page 302: ...e Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to My Menu in MENU Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Delete All 1 Select OK 2 302 ...

Page 303: ...first when you press the MENU button Menu item details On My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button Off The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button Related Topic Add Item 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Display From My Menu desired setting 1 303 ...

Page 304: ...perform a magnifying operation during Auto Review you can check that image using the magnified scale Off Does not display the Auto Review Note When you use a function that performs image processing the image before processing may be displayed temporarily followed by the image after processing The DISP Display Setting settings are applied for the Auto Review display Related Topic Enlarging an image...

Page 305: ...hough you can change the aperture value during the preview the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture We recommend that you adjust the focus again Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key Shot Result Preview 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key set the Aperture Preview function to the desired key 1 Confir...

Page 306: ...sensitivity settings you have set are reflected on the image for Shot Result Preview but some effects cannot be previewed depending on the shooting settings Even in that case the settings you have selected will be applied to the images you shoot Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key Aperture Preview 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settin...

Page 307: ...you can easily check the image composition Live View is always displayed with the appropriate brightness even in Manual Exposure mode When Setting Effect OFF is selected the VIEW icon is displayed on the Live View screen Hint When you use a third party flash such as a studio flash Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings When Live View Display is set to Setting Effect OFF Live...

Page 308: ...ge into thirds for a well balanced composition Square Grid Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition This is useful for assessing the composition when shooting landscapes closeups or when performing camera scanning Diag Square Grid Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling Off Does not display the grid line 5 021 699 11 ...

Page 309: ...t to retain the viewfinder display or the monitor display set FINDER MONITOR to Viewfinder Manual or Monitor Manual beforehand You can keep the monitor off when you take your eyes off the viewfinder during recording by setting the monitor display to Monitor Off using the DISP button Select MENU Camera Settings2 DISP Button Monitor and add a check mark to Monitor Off beforehand Note When the monito...

Page 310: ...l Adjusts the brightness within the range of 2 to 2 Sunny Weather Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors Note The Sunny Weather setting is too bright for shooting indoors Set Monitor Brightness to Manual for indoor shooting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Monitor Brightness desired setting 1 310 ...

Page 311: ...ounding environment Menu item details Auto Adjusts the brightness automatically Manual Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of 2 to 2 Note When Finder Frame Rate is set to High Viewfinder Bright cannot be set to Auto Viewfinder Bright can only be set to Manual 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Viewfinder Bright desired setting 1 311 ...

Page 312: ...the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder Menu item details 2 to 2 When you select the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color and when you select it changes to a colder color 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Finder Color Temp desired setting 1 312 ...

Page 313: ...rame Rate is set to High the resolution of the viewfinder is lowered Even when Finder Frame Rate is set to High the setting may switch to Standard automatically depending on the temperature of the shooting environment and the shooting conditions Finder Frame Rate is locked to Standard in the following situations During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera s body i...

Page 314: ...High Displays in high quality Standard Displays in standard quality Note When High is set battery consumption will be higher than when Standard is set When the temperature of the camera rises the setting may become locked to Standard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Display Quality desired setting 1 314 ...

Page 315: ...era is turned off When the shooting mode is changed from P A S M to a mode that is not P A S M When the focus mode is set to other than manual focus When MF Assist is executed When Focus Magnifier is selected During Bright Monitoring the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations Also because the measured brightness range is expanded the exposure may change Related To...

Page 316: ...manently erases all data including protected images and registered settings from M1 to M4 The access lamp lights up during formatting Do not remove the memory card while the access lamp is lit up Format the memory card on this camera If you format the memory card on the computer the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type It may take a few minutes to complete formatting dependin...

Page 317: ...cters of the file name Folder Name You can set how folder names are assigned Standard Form Folders are named as folder number MSDCF Example 100MSDCF Date Form Folders are named as folder number Y the last digit of the year MM DD Example 10000405 Folder number 100 date 04 05 2020 Note Only capital letters numbers and underscores can be used for Set File Name Underscores cannot be used for the first...

Page 318: ...r Date Title The file name of the recorded movie becomes Date Title File number Title Date The file name of the recorded movie becomes Title Date File number Title Name Settings You can set the title when File Name Format is set to Title Date Title or Title Date Note Only alphanumeric characters and symbols can be input for Title Name Settings Up to 37 characters can be entered Titles specified us...

Page 319: ... α7C Display Media Info Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Display Media Info 1 319 ...

Page 320: ...there are 2 folders or more you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded Note You cannot select the folder when Folder Name under File Folder Settings is set to Date Form Related Topic File Folder Settings still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Select REC Folder desired folder 1 320 ...

Page 321: ...ber currently used Images are recorded in the newly created folder Note When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images a new folder may be automatically created Up to 4 000 images in total can be stored in one folder When the folder capacity is exceeded a new folder may be automatically created 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU...

Page 322: ...memory card will not be played back on this product If these problems happen repair the file using Recover Image DB Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted image database files cannot be repaired Use a sufficiently charged battery pack Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by Recover Image DB 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Recover Image DB Enter 1 322...

Page 323: ...ails On Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down Off Sounds are not produced Note If Focus Mode is set to Continuous AF the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Audio signals desired setting 1 323 ...

Page 324: ...shutter button halfway down Menu item details 30 Min 5 Min 2 Min 1 Min 10 Sec Note Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time The power save function is deactivated in the following situations While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV When Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl is set to On 5 021 ...

Page 325: ...ts the temperature at which the camera turns off to higher than Standard Notes when Auto Power OFF Temp is set to High Do not shoot while holding the camera in your hand Use a tripod Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low temperature burns Note Even if Auto Power OFF Temp is set to High depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera the...

Page 326: ...rded with the product on a NTSC PAL system TV Note When you perform NTSC PAL Selector and the setting is changed from the default one a message Running on NTSC or Running on PAL will appear on the start up screen 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup NTSC PAL Selector Enter 1 326 ...

Page 327: ...uto The product automatically recognizes an HD TV and sets the output resolution 2160p 1080p Outputs signals in 2160p 1080p 1080p Outputs signals in HD picture quality 1080p 1080i Outputs signals in HD picture quality 1080i Note If the images are not displayed properly using the Auto setting select either 1080i 1080p or 2160p 1080p based on which TV is to be connected 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020...

Page 328: ...s the HDMI output format when Record Setting is set to 24p 50M 24p 60M or 24p 100M Menu item details 60p Movies are output as 60p 24p Movies are output as 24p Related Topic Record Setting movie 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup HDMI Settings HDMI Resolution 1080p or 2160p 1080p 1 MENU Setup HDMI Settings 24p 60p Output desired setting 2 328 ...

Page 329: ...ooting information are displayed on the TV while nothing is displayed on the camera s monitor Off Does not display the shooting information on the TV Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera s monitor Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while File Format is set to XAVC S 4K the setting switches ...

Page 330: ... The product sends the time code information as digital data not as an image displayed on the screen The connected device can then refer to the digital data to recognize the time data Menu item details On Time code is output to other devices Off Time code is not output to other devices Note When TC Output is set to On the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device In such cases...

Page 331: ...The camera is not able to send a command to an external recorder player to start stop recording Note Available for external recorders players compatible with REC Control When you use the REC Control function set the shooting mode to Movie When TC Output is set to Off you cannot use the REC Control function Even when REC is displayed the external recorder player may not work properly depending on t...

Page 332: ...ompatible TV Also the SYNC MENU operation differs depending on the TV you are using For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer s TV using an HDMI connection select MENU Setup HDMI Settings CTRL FOR HDMI Off 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 So...

Page 333: ...enu item details Auto Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected Mass Storage Establishes a Mass Storage connection between this product and a computer or other USB device MTP Establishes an MTP connection between this product and a computer or other USB device Note It may take some time to make the connection between t...

Page 334: ... Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions Menu item details Multi Normally use Multi Single Set USB LUN Setting to Single only if you cannot make a connection 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup USB LUN Setting desired setting 1 334 ...

Page 335: ...C Adaptor power will be supplied even when Off is selected Operations available while supplying power via a USB cable The following table shows you which operations are available unavailable while supplying power via a USB cable Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup USB Power Supply desired setting 1 Op...

Page 336: ...erchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items warnings and messages 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Language desired language 1 336 ...

Page 337: ...tails Daylight Savings Selects Daylight Savings On Off Date Time Sets the date and time Date Format Selects the date and time display format Hint To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery insert a charged battery pack and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off If the clock resets every time the battery is charged the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out ...

Page 338: ...p Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Area Setting desired area 1 338 ...

Page 339: ...ht Info Displays the current copyright information Note In order to prevent unauthorized use of Copyright Info be sure to clear the Set Photographer and Set Copyright columns before lending out or handing over your camera Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of Copyright Info Related Topic How to use the keyboard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Co...

Page 340: ... version of the lens if a lens compatible with firmware updates is attached The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is 3 remaining battery bars or more Use a sufficiently charged battery pack 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Vers...

Page 341: ...nformation the IPTC icon appears on the screen For details on how to use the IPTC Metadata Preset refer to the following support page https www sony net iptc help Note Whenever you register IPTC information information previously registered to the camera is overwritten You cannot edit or check IPTC information on the camera To delete IPTC information registered to the camera reset the camera to th...

Page 342: ...ber to the Exif data when shooting still images Menu item details On Writes the camera s serial number to the Exif data for the image Off Does not write the camera s serial number to the Exif data for the image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Write Serial Number desired setting 1 342 ...

Page 343: ...fault settings Initialize Initializes all the settings to the default settings Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting The value set with AF Micro Adj will not be reset even when Camera Settings Reset or Initialize is performed Settings of Picture Profile will not be reset even when Camera Settings Reset or Initialize is performed Related Topic AF Micro Adj 5 021 699 11 1 Copyri...

Page 344: ...ne Download and install the application Imaging Edge Mobile from your smartphone s application store If Imaging Edge Mobile is already installed on your smartphone be sure to update it to the latest version For details on Imaging Edge Mobile refer to the support page https www sony net iem Note Depending on future version upgrades the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change...

Page 345: ...nnected to the smartphone at all times If it is set to Off the camera will connect to a smartphone only when the connection procedure is performed Note If Always Connected is set to On the power consumption will be greater than when it is set to Off Related Topic Controlling the camera using a smartphone NFC One touch remote Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone QR Code Controlling th...

Page 346: ...wly toward the N Mark of this product If the smartphone is in a case remove it If the product is in a case remove it Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone Radio wave interference may occur as Bluetooth communications and Wi Fi 2 4 GHz communications use the same frequency band If your Wi Fi connection is unstable it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of ...

Page 347: ...the smartphone Set Airplane Mode to Off If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode the displayed image is sent to the smartphone Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Airplane Mode 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 347 ...

Page 348: ...our Wi Fi connection is unstable it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone If you do this the location information link function is not available If you cannot connect your smartphone to this product using the One touch NFC function or QR Code use the SSID and password Related Topic MENU Network Ctrl w Smartphone Connection QR Code A and the SSID B are displayed on...

Page 350: ...f the Bluetooth function of the smartphone If you do this the location information link function is not available Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Ctrl w Smartphone Connection QR Code is displayed on the monitor of this product 1 Press the Delete button of this product This product s SSID and password are displayed on the monitor of this...

Page 351: ... is unstable it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone If you do this the location information link function is not available If you cannot connect your iPhone or iPad to this product using the QR Code use the SSID and password Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile MENU Network Ctrl w Smartphone Connection QR Code A and the SSID B are displayed on the monitor of this p...

Page 353: ...tooth function of the smartphone If you do this the location information link function is not available Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Ctrl w Smartphone Connection QR Code is displayed on the monitor of this product 1 Press the Delete button of this product This product s SSID and password are displayed on the monitor of this product 2...

Page 354: ...mera s memory card You can select an image size to be sent to the smartphone from Original 2M or VGA To change the image size refer to the following steps For Android smartphone Start Imaging Edge Mobile and change the image size by Settings Copy Image Size For iPhone iPad Select Imaging Edge Mobile in the setting menu and change the image size by Copy Image Size RAW images are converted to JPEG f...

Page 355: ...de is set to On you cannot connect this product and the smartphone Set Airplane Mode to Off While you transfer many images or long movies we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor supplied Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Controlling the camera using a smartphone NFC One touch remote Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone QR C...

Page 356: ...roxy Only Transfers only proxy movies Original Only Transfers only original movies Proxy Original Transfers both proxy and original movies Note While you transfer many images or long movies we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor supplied Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 20...

Page 357: ...f time the Bluetooth connection will become deactivated Select Camera Remote Power ON OFF again on the smartphone When the camera is turned on the camera switches to the shooting mode and Send to Smartphone Func ends Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Send to Smartphone Func Cnc...

Page 358: ...oid smartphone Start Imaging Edge Mobile and change the image size by Settings Copy Image Size For iPhone or iPad Select Imaging Edge Mobile from Settings and change the image size using Copy Image Size RAW images are converted to JPEG format when they are sent Activate the NFC function of the smartphone On an iPhone launch Imaging Edge Mobile and then select Connect with the camera through One to...

Page 359: ...n your smartphone and then move the smartphone slowly toward the N Mark of this product If the smartphone is in a case remove it If the product is in a case remove it Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone When Airplane Mode is set to On you cannot connect the product and the smartphone Set Airplane Mode to Off Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func Send ...

Page 360: ...Information Linkage will appear on the top page of the application 2 Confirm that the Bluetooth function of your smartphone is activated Do not perform the Bluetooth pairing operation on the smartphone setting screen In steps 2 to 7 the pairing operation is performed using the camera and the application Imaging Edge Mobile If you accidentally perform the pairing operation on the smartphone setting...

Page 361: ...h other devices using the Bluetooth function Confirm that Airplane Mode for the camera is set to Off Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile Execute Reset Network Set of the camera For more detailed instructions refer to the following support page https www sony net iem btg Note When you initialize the camera the pairing information is also deleted Before pe...

Page 362: ...ersions compatible with your smartphone check the product website for your smartphone Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 362 ...

Page 363: ...ote commander You cannot use the following functions while Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl is set to On Linking location information with a smartphone Power save function If the function does not work properly check the following notes and then try pairing again Confirm that the camera is not connected with other devices using the Bluetooth function Confirm that Airplane Mode for the camera is set to Off Execu...

Page 365: ... transfer images to the FTP server Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required For details refer to the FTP Help Guide https rd1 sony net help di ftp h_zz Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera Import Root Certificate 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network FTP Transfer Func desired setting 1 365 ...

Page 366: ...you board an airplane etc you can temporarily disable all the wireless related functions including Wi Fi 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Airplane Mode desired setting If you set Airplane Mode to On an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen 1 366 ...

Page 367: ... For details about the available functions and settings of your access point see the access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point A connection may not be possible or the communication distance may be shorter depending on the surrounding conditions such as the type of wall material and the presence of obstructions or radio waves between the product and access...

Page 368: ...nt you may want to set more items WPS PIN Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device Priority Connection Select On or Off IP Address Setting MENU Network Wi Fi Settings Access Point Set 1 Select the access point you want to register When the desired access point is displayed on the screen Select the desired access point When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen Se...

Page 369: ...DNS Server Second DNS Server If you have set IP Address Setting to Manual enter each address according to your network environment Note To give the registered access point priority in the future set Priority Connection to On Related Topic Wi Fi Settings WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 369 ...

Page 370: ...fers than 2 4GHz The Frequency Band setting only applies to Send to Smartphone Ctrl w Smartphone and PC Remote Wi Fi Direct Menu item details 2 4GHz 5GHz Note If there are both 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Wi Fi Settings Frequency ...

Page 371: ...or the MAC address You can import the MAC address of this camera to a smartphone Use one of the following methods to display the QR Code on the screen and read the QR Code using the Transfer Tagging add on smartphone application When the camera is turned off turn the camera on while pressing the Playback button Press the Delete button on the Display Wi Fi Info screen For details on how to read the...

Page 372: ...eset the connection information Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information you must make the settings for the smartphone again If you connect this product to a computer with Wi Fi Direct after resetting the connection information you must reconfigure the settings of the computer Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Ctrl w Smartph...

Page 373: ...et If you want to perform pairing in order to use a Bluetooth remote commander refer to Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Menu item details Bluetooth Function On Off Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera Pairing Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander Disp Device Address Displays the BD address of the camera Related Topic Location Inf...

Page 374: ...ct PC Remote or Bluetooth connections Related Topic Wi Fi Settings WPS Push Wi Fi Settings Access Point Set Operating the camera from a computer PC Remote Function How to use the keyboard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Edit Device Name 1 Select the input box then input the device name OK 2 374 ...

Page 375: ...Certificate Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer For details refer to the FTP Help Guide https rd1 sony net help di ftp h_zz 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Import Root Certificate 1 375 ...

Page 376: ...tions the device to connect must be compatible with IPsec Depending on the device communications may not be possible or the communication speed may be slow On this camera IPsec operates in transport mode only and uses IKEv2 The algorithms are AES with 128 bit keys in CBC mode Diffie Hellman 3072 bit modp group PRF HMAC SHA 256 HMAC SHA 384 192 The authentication expires after 24 hours Encrypted co...

Page 377: ...de Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Reset Network Set Resets all the network settings to default settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Reset Network Set Enter 1 377 ...

Page 378: ...ens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL https www sony net pcenv 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 378 ...

Page 379: ...pack into the camera 1 Turn on the camera and the computer 2 Check that USB Connection under Setup is set to Mass Storage 3 Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable supplied Connect the USB cable to the USB Type C terminal on the camera When you connect the camera to the computer for the first time the procedure for recognizing the camera may start automatically on the computer Wait ...

Page 380: ...uters drag and drop the memory card icon or the drive icon into the Trash icon The camera will be disconnected from the computer On some computers the disconnection icon may not appear In this case you can skip the steps above Do not remove the USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit The data may be damaged 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Click Safely Remove Hardware ...

Page 381: ...mote shooting from a computer and adjusting or developing RAW images recorded with the camera For details on how to use Imaging Edge Desktop refer to the support page https www sony net disoft help Installing Imaging Edge Desktop on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL https www sony net disoft d 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 381 ...

Page 382: ... Mass Storage connection DCIM still images CLIP movies SUB proxy movies Note Do not edit or otherwise process movie files folders from the connected computer Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable Do not delete movies on the memory card from the computer Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer If you delete images or perform other operation...

Page 383: ...Img Selects the file type for images to be transferred to the computer when Still Img Save Dest is set to PC Camera RAW JPEG JPEG Only RAW Only PC Save Image Size Selects the file size for images to be transferred to the computer when Still Img Save Dest is set to PC Camera The original sized JPEG file or a 2M equivalent JPEG file can be transferred Original 2M How to connect the camera and the co...

Page 384: ...mera and the computer Select OK on the pairing confirmation screen displayed on the camera to finish pairing Pairing information is deleted when you initialize the camera Note When an unrecordable memory card is inserted into the camera you cannot record still images even if Still Img Save Dest is set to Camera Only or PC Camera When Camera Only or PC Camera is selected and no memory card is inser...

Page 385: ...ay From My Menu Press the MENU button to display the menu screen 1 Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel and then press the center of the control wheel Select a MENU tab A at the top of the screen and press the left right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU tab You can move to the next ...

Page 387: ...hen convert it into a popular image format such as JPEG or TIFF or readjust the white balance saturation or contrast of the image You cannot apply Auto HDR or Picture Effect functions with RAW images RAW images recorded with this camera have a resolution of 14 bits per pixel However resolution is limited to 12 bits in the following shooting modes Long Exposure NR BULB Cont Shooting when RAW File T...

Page 388: ...ncompressed Records images in uncompressed RAW format When Uncompressed is selected for RAW File Type the file size of the image will be larger than if it were recorded in compressed RAW format Hint When Uncompressed is selected for RAW File Type the icon on the screen switches to RAW RAW is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 ...

Page 389: ...ails Extra fine Fine Standard Since the compression rate increases from Extra fine to Fine to Standard the file size decreases in the same order This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card but the image quality is lower Related Topic File Format still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 JPEG Quality desired setting 1 389 ...

Page 390: ... 3 When Aspect Ratio is set to 16 9 When Aspect Ratio is set to 1 1 MENU Camera Settings1 JPEG Image Size desired setting 1 Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 24M 6000 4000 pixels M 10M 3936 2624 pixels S 6 0M 3008 2000 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 21M 5328 4000 pixels M 9 2M 3488 2624 pixels S 5 3M 2656 2000 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal ver...

Page 391: ...ntal vertical S 4 0M 2000 2000 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 10M 3936 2624 pixels M 6 0M 3008 2000 pixels S 2 6M 1968 1312 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 9 2M 3488 2624 pixels M 5 3M 2656 2000 pixels S 2 3M 1744 1312 pixels Parameter Number of pixels horizontal vertical L 8 7M 3936 2216 pixels M 5 1M 3008 1688 pixels S 2 2M 1968 1112 pixels Parame...

Page 393: ...still image Menu item details 3 2 Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4 3 The aspect ratio is 4 3 16 9 The aspect ratio is 16 9 1 1 The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Aspect Ratio desired setting 1 393 ...

Page 394: ...C equivalent size or Super 35mm equivalent size When On is selected the angle of view becomes approximately 1 5 times the focal length indicated on the lens Auto Automatically sets the capture range according to the lens Off Always captures 35mm full frame image sensor pictures Note When you attach an APS C compatible lens and set APS C Super 35mm to Off you may not achieve the desired shooting re...

Page 395: ... appears and you cannot take another picture Select this to prioritize the image quality Off Does not activate noise reduction Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting Note Noise reduction may not be activated even if Long Exposure NR is set to On in the following situations Drive Mode is set to Cont Shooting or Cont Bracket Long Exposure NR cannot be set to Off in the following shooting m...

Page 396: ...ormally Low Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately Off Does not activate high ISO noise reduction Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting Note High ISO NR is fixed to Normal in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto When File Format is set to RAW this function is not available High ISO NR does not work for RAW images when the File Format is RAW JPEG 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright ...

Page 397: ...B This color space has a wide range of color reproduction When a large part of the subject is vivid green or red Adobe RGB is effective The file name of the recorded image starts with _ Note AdobeRGB is for applications or printers that support color management and DCF2 0 option color space Images may not be printed or viewed in the correct colors if you use applications or printers that do not su...

Page 398: ...rration Comp Sets whether to automatically reduce color deviation at the corners of the screen Auto Off Distortion Comp Sets whether to automatically compensate for distortion of the screen Auto Off Note This function is only available when using an automatic compensation compliant lens Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with Shading Comp depending on the lens type Dependin...

Page 399: ...ont Bracket Shoots images while holding the shutter button down each with different degrees of exposure Single Bracket Shoots a specified number of images one by one each with a different degrees of exposure WB bracket Shoots a total of three images each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance color temperature and color filter DRO Bracket Shoots a total of ...

Page 400: ...o sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self timer OFF 2 Sec 5 Sec 10 Sec Bracket order Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing 0 0 Related Topic Cont Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Select Drive Mode of the control wheel select bracket shooting mode You can also set the drive mo...

Page 401: ...ot in Interval Sets whether or not to perform silent shooting during interval shooting On Off Shoot Interval Priority Sets whether or not to prioritize the shooting interval when the exposure mode is Program Auto or Aperture Priority and the shutter speed becomes longer than the time set for Shooting Interval On Off Hint If you press the shutter button during interval shooting interval shooting wi...

Page 402: ...a may get hot easily Depending on the ambient temperature you may not be able to record the set number of images because the camera may stop recording to protect the equipment During interval shooting including the time between pressing the shutter button and the start of shooting you cannot operate the dedicated shooting setting screen or MENU screen However you can adjust some settings such as t...

Page 403: ...gs registered to a memory card using another camera of the same model name can be recalled with this camera Note If you set Recall after completing the shooting settings the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid Check the indicators on the screen before shooting Related Topic Memory Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony C...

Page 404: ... be registered are displayed on the menu of the camera Aperture F number Shutter speed To change registered settings Change the setting to the desired one and re register the setting to the same mode number Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product Program Shift cannot be registered Related Topic Recall Camera Settings1 Camera Settings2 5 021 699 11 1 ...

Page 405: ...hen the registered setting recall is executed the registered settings may not take effect MENU Camera Settings1 Reg Custom Shoot Set Select a registration number from Recall Custom hold 1 to Recall Custom hold 3 The setting screen for the selected number will be displayed 1 Using the top bottom left right side of the control wheel select the check boxes for the functions that you want to recall wi...

Page 407: ...al focus from the beginning This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting Manual Focus Adjusts the focus manually If you cannot focus on the intended subject using auto focus use manual focus Focus indicator lit The subject is in focus and the focus is locked flashing The subject is not in focus lit The subject is in focus The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movement...

Page 408: ...view may change little by little while focusing This does not affect the actual recorded images Only Continuous AF and Manual Focus are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to S Q Motion Related Topic Direct manual focus DMF Manual Focus MF Assist still image Phase detection AF 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 408 ...

Page 409: ...u item details AF Prioritizes focusing The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus Release Prioritizes the shutter s release The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus Balanced Emphasis Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF C 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera...

Page 410: ...F Prioritizes focusing The shutter will not be released until the subject is in focus Release Prioritizes the shutter s release The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus Balanced Emphasis Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF S 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Prior...

Page 411: ...nt on the screen and focus on an extremely small subject in a narrow area Expand Flexible Spot If the product cannot focus on a single selected point it uses focus points around the flexible spot as a secondary priority area for focusing Tracking When the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down the product tracks the subject within the selected autofocus area This setting is available only...

Page 412: ...e center of the monitor press the Delete button while moving the frame To change the shooting settings using the control wheel press the button to which Focus Standard is assigned You can move the focusing frame quickly by touching and dragging it on the monitor Set Touch Operation to On and set Func of Touch Operation to Touch Focus beforehand To track the subject temporarily Tracking On Tracking...

Page 413: ...ring movie shooting Tracking cannot be selected as the Focus Area You cannot execute functions assigned to the control wheel or the C button while moving the focusing frame Related Topic Tracking subject Tracking function Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera s orientation horizontal vertical Switch V H AF Area Registering the current focus area AF Area Registration still...

Page 414: ...cus Area to a custom key it is recommended that you limit the types of focus areas with Focus Area Limit Note Types of focus areas that do not have a check mark cannot be selected using MENU or the Fn function menu To select one add a check mark using Focus Area Limit If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with Switch V H AF Area or AF Area Registration the registered settings wi...

Page 415: ...ted A Vertical Flexible Spot Upper left corner B Horizontal Flexible Spot Upper right corner C Vertical Zone Lower left corner Three camera orientations are detected horizontal vertical with the side of the shutter button facing up and vertical with the side of the shutter button facing down Note If the setting for Switch V H AF Area is changed the focus settings for each camera orientation will n...

Page 417: ...on as well Menu item details Auto The AF illuminator lights up automatically in dark surroundings Off Does not use the AF illuminator Note You cannot use AF Illuminator in the following situations When the shooting mode is Movie or S Q Motion When Focus Mode is set to Continuous AF or Automatic AF and the subject is moving when the focus indicator lights up When Focus Magnifier is activated When a...

Page 418: ...cuses on the face or eye with greater priority If the camera does not detect any faces or eyes inside or around the designated focus area it will focus on another detectable subject The camera focuses exclusively on faces or eyes anywhere on the screen regardless of the setting for Focus Area The camera will not automatically focus on another subject if no face or eye is detected anywhere on the s...

Page 419: ...eft side from the photographer s perspective is detected Left Eye The left eye of the subject the eye on the right side from the photographer s perspective is detected Face Eye Frame Display Sets whether or not to display the face eye detection frame when a human face or eyes are detected On Off Animal Eye Display Sets whether or not to display the eye detection frame when the eye of an animal is ...

Page 420: ...ions etc The camera returns to automatic eye detection Pressing the center of the control wheel Stopping pressing the shutter button halfway down only during still image shooting Stopping pressing the custom key to which AF On or Eye AF is assigned only during still image shooting Pressing the MENU button Hint When Right Left Eye Select is not set to Auto or you execute Switch Right Left Eye using...

Page 421: ...tion under Picture Effect Focus Magnifier Movie shooting with Record Setting set to 120p 100p When Frame Rate is set to 120fps 100fps during slow motion quick motion shooting When File Format is set to XAVC S 4K Record Setting is set to 30p 100M 25p 100M or 30p 60M 25p 60M and 4K Output Select is set to Memory Card HDMI When File Format is set to XAVC S 4K and Proxy Recording is set to On Even if ...

Page 422: ...ll image mode Menu item details 5 Responsive 4 3 Standard 2 1 Locked on Select 5 Responsive to focus responsively on subjects at different distances Select 1 Locked on to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 AF Tracking Sens desired setting 1 422 ...

Page 423: ...ystem to prioritize silence so that the sound from the aperture drive is quieter than in Standard Note When Focus Priority is selected sound from the aperture drive may be audible or the aperture effect may not be visible on the monitor To avoid these phenomena change the setting to Standard When Silent Priority is selected the focusing speed may become slower and it may be more difficult to focus...

Page 424: ...the shutter button lets you focus more precisely in combination with manual focusing Related Topic AF On Eye Start AF still image Pre AF still image Focus Magnifier 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 AF w shutter desired setting 1 Set AF w shutter to Off 1 MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key or Custom Key assign the AF On and Focus Magnifier functions to the desired ...

Page 425: ... During focusing operations the screen may shake Menu item details On Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down Off Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down Note Pre AF is available only when an E mount lens is mounted 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Pre AF desired setting 1 425 ...

Page 426: ...tem details On Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder Off Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder Hint Eye Start AF is available when an A mount lens and a Mount Adaptor LA EA4 sold separately are attached 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Eye Start AF desired setting 1 426 ...

Page 427: ...A focus area cannot be registered in the following situations The mode dial is set to either Movie or S Q Motion While Touch Focus is being performed While using the digital zoom function While Touch Tracking is being performed While focusing While performing focus lock You cannot assign Regist AF Area hold to Left Button Right Button or Down Button You cannot call up the registered focus area in ...

Page 428: ...F Area Del Regist AF Area Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using AF Area Registration Related Topic Registering the current focus area AF Area Registration still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Del Regist AF Area 1 428 ...

Page 429: ... If the frame is difficult to see because of the subject make it more visible by changing its color Menu item details White Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white Red Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Frame Color desired color 1 429 ...

Page 430: ... all the time or should disappear automatically shortly after focus is achieved Menu item details On The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved Off The focus area is displayed all the time 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 AF Area Auto Clear desired setting 1 430 ...

Page 431: ...uous AF mode Menu item details On Displays the focus area that is in focus Off Does not display the focus area that is in focus Note When Focus Area is set to one of the following the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green Center Flexible Spot Expand Flexible Spot 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Disp cont AF area desired setting 1 431 ...

Page 432: ...g Expand Flexible Spot This function is useful when you want to move the focusing frame from one end to the other quickly Menu item details Does Not Circulate The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end Circulate The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end Related Topic Focus Area 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Cor...

Page 433: ...igned to the desired key using Custom Key or Custom Key the AF Frame Move Amt setting temporarily switches while the key is pressed If any of the following functions is assigned to the control dial or control wheel using My Dial Settings you can move the focusing frame by the distance determined for each function regardless of the setting for AF Frame Move Amt Move AF Frame L Move AF Frame L Move ...

Page 434: ... If is displayed as the value then a total of 30 lenses have been registered and no new lens can be registered To register a new lens attach a lens for which the registration can be erased and set its value to 0 or reset the values of all the lenses using Clear The AF Micro Adj supports Sony Minolta or Konica Minolta lenses If you perform AF Micro Adj with lenses other than the supported lenses th...

Page 435: ...just Exposure Comp to the plus side or minus side respectively exposure compensation To set the exposure compensation value using the MENU Turn the exposure compensation dial A over side Images become brighter under side Images become darker You can adjust the exposure compensation value within the range of 3 0 EV to 3 0 EV You can confirm the exposure compensation value that you set on the shooti...

Page 436: ...lected in the recorded image You can adjust the exposure compensation value within the range of 2 0 EV to 2 0 EV for movies Note You cannot perform the exposure compensation in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto When using Manual Exposure you can perform the exposure compensation only when ISO is set to ISO AUTO If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions or when you u...

Page 437: ...exposure value set using Exposure Comp when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to 0 Menu item details Maintain Maintains the settings Reset Resets the settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Reset EV Comp desired setting 1 437 ...

Page 438: ...2400 the setting is automatically switched to 102400 When you finish recording the movie the ISO value returns to the original setting When shooting movies ISO values between 100 and 102400 are available If the ISO value is set to a value smaller than 100 the setting is automatically switched to 100 When you finish recording the movie the ISO value returns to the original setting The available ran...

Page 439: ...ISO AUTO and then press the right side of the control wheel to select ISO AUTO Maximum ISO AUTO Minimum Note ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range reset ISO Range Limit The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for Gamma under Picture Profile Related Topic ISO Setting ISO 5 021 ...

Page 440: ... noise 1 8000 30 The ISO sensitivity starts to change at the shutter speed you have set Hint The difference in shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity starts to change between Faster Fast Standard Slow and Slower is 1 EV Note If the exposure is insufficient even when the ISO sensitivity is set to ISO AUTO Maximum in ISO AUTO in order to shoot with an appropriate exposure the shutter speed will be s...

Page 441: ...e emphasizing the highlighted area on the screen This mode is suitable for shooting the subject while avoiding overexposure Hint When Spot is selected and Focus Area is set to either Flexible Spot Expand Flexible Spot Tracking Flexible Spot or Tracking Expand Flexible Spot while Spot Metering Point is set to Focus Point Link the spot metering point can be coordinated with the focus area When Multi...

Page 443: ... camera measures brightness using the Multi setting without detecting faces Note When the shooting mode is set to Intelligent Auto Face Priority in Multi Metering is locked to On When Face Eye Priority in AF is set to On and Subject Detection is set to Animal under Face Eye AF Set Face Priority in Multi Metering does not work Related Topic Metering Mode 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporati...

Page 444: ...s Point Link The spot metering position coordinates with the focus area Note When Focus Area is set to other than Flexible Spot Expand Flexible Spot Tracking Flexible Spot Tracking Expand Flexible Spot the spot metering position is locked to the center When Focus Area is set to Tracking Flexible Spot or Tracking Expand Flexible Spot the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start posi...

Page 445: ...tter speed aperture and exposure compensation values Menu item details 0 3EV 0 5EV Note Even if you set Exposure step to 0 5EV the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0 3EV 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Exposure step desired setting 1 445 ...

Page 446: ...t determines that the subject is moving or you shoot burst images the fixed exposure is cancelled On Fixes the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down Off Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in Cont Shooting mode Note When ...

Page 447: ...or Spot during using spot AEL The standard value for M M Metered Manual will be changed according to the value set in Exposure Std Adjust The value set in Exposure Std Adjust is recorded in Exif data separately from the exposure compensation value The amount of exposure standard value will not be added to the exposure compensation value If you set Exposure Std Adjust during bracketing shooting the...

Page 448: ...t a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed Rear Sync The flash works right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter Rear sync shooting allows you to shoot a natural image of the trail of a moving subject such as a moving car or a walking person Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode Some Flash Mode settings are not ...

Page 449: ... due to the limited amount of flash light available if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash If the subject is very close the lower flash effect side may not be visible If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark In this case adjust Flash Comp to the desired valu...

Page 450: ...ient light or just ambient light Menu item details Ambient flash Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light Ambient only Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only Related Topic Flash Comp 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Exp comp set desired setting 1 450 ...

Page 451: ...occurs change the channel of your flash For details on how to change the channel refer to the instruction manual for the flash For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting visit the Sony website or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...

Page 452: ...The flash is always fired to reduce the red eye phenomenon Off Does not use Red Eye Reduction Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects It depends on individual differences and conditions such as distance to the subject or whether the subject looks at the pre strobe or not 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Red Eye Reduction desired setting 1 452 ...

Page 453: ...separately or Wireless Radio Commander sold separately manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera You can only use External Flash Set when the flash is attached directly to the camera You cannot use this function when shooting with an off camera flash that is connected using a cable Only some of the functions of the attached flash are configurable using External Fl...

Page 454: ...asic white color under the light conditions for the shooting environment Hint You can display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color tones as required by pressing the right side of the control wheel When C Temp Filter is selected you can change the color temperature by turning the control dial instead of pressing the right side of the control wheel If the color tones ...

Page 455: ...oots with standard auto white balance The camera automatically adjusts the color tones Ambience Prioritizes the color tone of the light source This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere White Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low Related Topic White Balance 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings...

Page 456: ...zes the gradation of a recorded image for each divided area Select the optimization level from Lv1 weak to Lv5 strong Note In the following situations DRO Auto HDR is fixed to Off When Picture Effect is set to other than Off When Picture Profile is set to other than Off When shooting with D Range Optimizer the image may be noisy Select the proper level by checking the recorded image especially whe...

Page 457: ... is motionless or does not flash light Do not change the composition during shooting Note This function is not available when the File Format is RAW or RAW JPEG Auto HDR is not available in the following shooting modes Intelligent Auto Auto HDR is not available in the following situations When Picture Effect is set to other than Off When Picture Profile is set to other than Off You cannot start th...

Page 458: ...nd subjects such as flowers spring greenery blue sky or ocean views Neutral MENU Camera Settings1 Creative Style 1 Select the desired style or Style Box using the top bottom sides of the control wheel 2 To adjust Contrast Saturation and Sharpness select the desired item using the right left sides and then select the value using the top bottom sides 3 When selecting Style Box move to the right side...

Page 459: ...the boxes with numbers on the left side to register preferred settings Then select the desired settings using the right button You can call up the same style with slightly different settings To set Contrast Saturation and Sharpness Contrast Saturation and Sharpness can be adjusted for each image style preset such as Standard and Landscape and for each Style Box to which you can register preferred ...

Page 460: ...ther than the optical zoom setting the zoom scale larger makes Toy Camera less effective When Partial Color is selected images may not retain the selected color depending on the subject or shooting conditions You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen because the product processes the image after the shot Also you cannot shoot another image until image processing is finished You...

Page 462: ...ting of a color tone faithful to the ITU709 standard PP5 Example setting using Cine1 gamma PP6 Example setting using Cine2 gamma PP7 Example setting using S Log2 gamma PP8 Example setting using the S Log3 gamma and the S Gamut3 Cine under Color Mode PP9 Example setting using the S Log3 gamma and the S Gamut3 under Color Mode PP10 Example setting for recording HDR movies using HLG2 gamma HDR movie ...

Page 463: ...rding Emphasizes noise reduction However shooting is restricted to a narrower dynamic range than with HLG2 or HLG3 HLG2 Gamma curve for HDR recording Provides a balance of dynamic range and noise reduction HLG3 Gamma curve for HDR recording Wider dynamic range than HLG2 However noise may increase HLG1 HLG2 and HLG3 all apply a gamma curve with the same characteristics but each offers a different b...

Page 464: ...DTV color BT 709 Saturation Sets the color saturation 32 to 32 Color Phase Sets the color phase 7 to 7 Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side Th...

Page 465: ...ceable compared to when using other gammas If the noise still is significant even after processing pictures it may be improved by shooting with a brighter setting However the dynamic range becomes narrower accordingly when you shoot with a brighter setting We recommend checking the picture in advance by test shooting when using S Log2 or S Log3 Setting ITU709 800 S Log2 or S Log3 may cause an erro...

Page 466: ...k Hold or AWB Lock Toggle using Custom Key If you press the assigned key during shooting the white balance will be locked The AWB Lock Hold function locks the white balance by stopping the automatic white balance adjustment while the button is pressed The AWB Lock Toggle function locks the white balance by stopping the automatic white balance adjustment after the button is pressed once When you pr...

Page 467: ...essing the shutter button halfway down Related Topic MF Assist still image Focus Magnif Time MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Magnifier 1 Press the center of the control wheel to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge using top bottom left right side of the control wheel Each time you press the center the magnification scale will change You can set the initial magnification by select...

Page 469: ...or Focus Magnifier function Menu item details 2 Sec Magnifies the images for 2 seconds 5 Sec Magnifies the images for 5 seconds No Limit Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Focus Magnif Time desired setting 1 469 ...

Page 470: ...s Full frame shooting x1 0 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen x5 9 Displays a 5 9 times enlarged image APS C Super 35mm size shooting x1 0 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen x3 8 Displays a 3 8 times enlarged image Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Initial Focus Ma...

Page 471: ... is unavailable in the following situations During movie shooting When Focus Mode is set to Continuous AF When Focus Mode is set to Automatic AF and the shooting mode is set to other than P A S M When Focus Mode is set to Automatic AF and Drive Mode is set to Cont Shooting When using a Mount Adaptor sold separately While the displayed image is being magnified the following functions are unavailabl...

Page 473: ...ngs1 Focus Magnif Time Note You cannot use MF Assist when shooting movies Use the Focus Magnifier function instead MF Assist is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached Use the Focus Magnifier function instead Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus DMF Focus Magnif Time 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 MF Assist On 1 Turn the focus ring to adjust t...

Page 474: ...ing Level Sets the level of enhancement of in focus areas Peaking Color Sets the color used to enhance in focus areas Note Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus the effect of peaking differs depending on the subject and lens The outline of in focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus DMF 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 So...

Page 475: ...n halfway down or pressing the AF ON AF On button even when in the manual focus mode Note When you set Anti flicker Shoot to On the image quality of the live view may be reduced When you set Anti flicker Shoot to On the shutter release lag may increase slightly In the continuous shooting mode the shooting speed may slow down or the interval between shots may become irregular The camera detects fli...

Page 476: ...d Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat a mask sunglasses etc Related Topic Regist Faces Priority 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Face Registration New Registration 1 Align the guide frame with the face to be registered and press the shutter button 2 When a confirmation message ...

Page 477: ...red to be given priority the face registered first will be given priority You can change the priority order Related Topic Regist Faces Priority 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Face Registration Order Exchanging 1 Select a face to change the order of priority 2 Select the destination 3 477 ...

Page 478: ...ven if you execute Delete the data for registered face will remain in the product To delete the data for registered faces from the product select Delete All 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings1 Face Registration Delete If you select Delete All you can delete all registered faces 1 478 ...

Page 479: ...ration Off Focuses without giving higher priority to registered faces Hint To use the Regist Faces Priority function set as follows Face Eye Priority in AF under Face Eye AF Set On Subject Detection under Face Eye AF Set Human Related Topic Focusing on eyes Face Eye AF Set Face Registration New Registration Face Registration Order Exchanging 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Came...

Page 480: ...ws you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually Shutter Priority Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually Manual Exposure Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure both the shutter speed and the aperture value manually 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Set the mode dial to Movie 1 MENU Camera Settings2 Exposure Mode desired setting 2 Press the ...

Page 481: ...ed and the aperture value Aperture Priority Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually Shutter Priority Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually Manual Exposure Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure both the shutter speed and the aperture value manually Related Topic S Q Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Set the mode dial ...

Page 482: ...ormat movie Selects the movie file format Menu item details XAVC S 4K Records movies in 4K resolution 3840 2160 XAVC S HD Records movies in HD resolution 1920 1080 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 File Format desired setting 1 482 ...

Page 483: ...M Approx 100 Mbps Records movies in 3840 2160 24p 24p 60M Approx 60 Mbps Records movies in 3840 2160 24p Only when NTSC PAL Selector is set to NTSC Record Setting Bit rate Description 60p 50M 50p 50M Approx 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920 1080 60p 50p 60p 25M 50p 25M Approx 25 Mbps Records movies in 1920 1080 60p 50p 30p 50M 25p 50M Approx 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920 1080 30p 25p 30p 16M 25p 16M...

Page 484: ... 4K and Record Setting is set to 30p Related Topic APS C Super 35mm 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Record Setting Bit rate Description 120p 60M 100p 60M Approx 60 Mbps Records high speed movies in 1920 1080 120p 100p You can record movies in 120 fps or 100 fps You can create smoother slow motion movies by using compatible editing devices Only when NTSC PAL Selector is set to NTSC 4...

Page 485: ...en NTSC PAL Selector is set to PAL Set the mode dial to S Q Motion 1 Select MENU Camera Settings2 Exposure Mode and select the desired setting of slow motion quick motion Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority or Manual Exposure 2 Select MENU Camera Settings2 S Q Settings and select the desired settings for Record Setting and Frame Rate 3 Press the MOVIE movie button to start recording Pr...

Page 486: ... a higher value During slow motion quick motion recording the following functions are not available TC Run under TC UB Settings TC Output under HDMI Settings 4K Output Select Related Topic S Q Motion Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Frame Rate Record Setting 25p 50p Frame Rate Record Setting 25p 50p 100fps 4 times slower 50fps 2 times slower Norma...

Page 487: ...back screen or image index screen Proxy is displayed over movies for which a proxy movie was simultaneously recorded Note Proxy movies cannot be played back on this camera Proxy recording is not available in the following situations When File Format is set to XAVC S HD and Record Setting is set to 120p 100p Deleting protecting movies that have proxy movies removes protects both the original and pr...

Page 488: ...hen the target of auto focusing changes while shooting a movie Menu item details 7 Fast 6 5 4 3 2 1 Slow Select a faster value to focus on the subject more quickly Select a slower value to focus on the subject more smoothly 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 AF Transition Speed desired setting 1 488 ...

Page 489: ... 5 Responsive 4 3 2 1 Locked on Select a higher value when you want to shoot a quick moving subject or when you want to shoot multiple subjects while switching the focus continually Select a lower value when you want the focus to remain steady or when you want to keep the focus on a particular target without being affected by other subjects 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camer...

Page 490: ...in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations Off Does not use Auto Slow Shutter The recorded movie will be darker than when On is selected but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur Note Auto Slow Shutter does not function in the following situations During slow motion quick motion shooting Shutter Priority Manual Exposure When ISO is set to ...

Page 491: ... for Focus Magnifier in the movie shooting mode Menu item details x1 0 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen x4 0 Displays a 4 0 times enlarged image Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Initial Focus Mag desired setting 1 491 ...

Page 492: ...to record sounds when shooting movies Select Off to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating Menu item details On Records sound stereo Off Does not record sound 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Audio Recording desired setting 1 492 ...

Page 493: ...stic audio When you record audio movies with lower volumes set Audio Rec Level to a greater sound level to make the sound easier to hear Note Regardless of the Audio Rec Level settings the limiter always operates Audio Rec Level is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode Audio Rec Level is unavailable during slow motion quick motion shooting The Audio Rec Level settings are appl...

Page 494: ... the audio level Note The audio level is not displayed in the following situations When Audio Recording is set to Off When DISP Display Setting is set to No Disp Info During slow motion quick motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand by in movie recording mode 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Audio Level Display desired setting 1 494...

Page 495: ...t delay Select this setting when audio deviation is a problem during audio monitoring Lip Sync Outputs audio and video in sync Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Cam...

Page 496: ...Menu item details On Reduces wind noise Off Does not reduce wind noise Note Setting this item to On where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume When an external microphone sold separately is used Wind Noise Reduct does not function 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Wind Noise Reduct desired setting 1 496 ...

Page 497: ...d The markers are not recorded Off No marker is displayed Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to Movie or S Q Motion or when shooting movies You cannot display markers when using Focus Magnifier The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder You cannot output the markers Related Topic Marker Settings movie 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Sett...

Page 498: ...5 1 2 35 1 Safety Zone Sets the safety zone display This becomes the standard range that can be received by a general household TV Off 80 90 Guideframe Sets whether or not to display the guide frame You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground Off On Hint You can display several markers at the same time Place the subject on the cross point of the Guideframe to make a ...

Page 499: ...on off in sync with the ON OFF operation of this camera REC Link The video light turns on off in sync with movie recording start stop REC Link STBY The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording STBY Auto The video light automatically turns on when it is dark 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Video Light Mode desired setting 1 49...

Page 500: ...ording using the shutter button Hint When Movie w shutter is set to On you can still start or stop recording movies using the MOVIE button When Movie w shutter is set to On you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording playback device using REC Control Note When Movie w shutter is set to On you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down dur...

Page 501: ...e Type is set to Uncompressed To decrease the distortion set File Format to JPEG If you want to shoot images in the RAW format with less distortion set Drive Mode to Cont Shooting and RAW File Type to Compressed If you shoot images under instantaneous lightning or flickering lights such as the flash light from other cameras or fluorescent lighting a striping effect may occur on the image If you wa...

Page 502: ...ching the product to an astronomical telescope etc Disable Does not release the shutter when a lens is not attached 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 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Set...

Page 503: ...er even if no memory card has been inserted Disable Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted Note When no memory card has been inserted the images shot will not be saved The default setting is Enable It is recommended that you select Disable prior to actual shooting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Release w o Card desired setting 1 503...

Page 504: ... Uses SteadyShot Off Does not use SteadyShot We recommend that you set Off when using a tripod etc Hint If you intend to use the image stabilization function of the Movie Edit add on smartphone application set SteadyShot to Off on the camera 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 SteadyShot desired setting 1 504 ...

Page 505: ...ction when shooting SteadyShot Settings will be unavailable when MENU Camera Settings2 SteadyShot is set to Off When the camera cannot obtain focal length information from the lens the SteadyShot function does not work correctly Set SteadyShot Adjust to Manual and set SteadyS Focal Len to match the lens you are using The currently set value for the SteadyShot focal length will appear next to camer...

Page 506: ...ion MENU Camera Settings2 Zoom Setting ClearImage Zoom or Digital Zoom 1 When a power zoom lens is mounted move the zoom lever or the zoom ring of the zoom lens to enlarge subjects When you exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom the camera automatically switches to another zoom than the optical zoom 2 When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted select MENU Camera Settings2 Zoom desired ...

Page 507: ...eeds the optical zoom the product magnifies images using an image process with less deterioration Digital Zoom When the zoom range of the Clear Image Zoom is exceeded the product magnifies images to the largest scale However the image quality will deteriorate Note Set Optical zoom only if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate Related Topic The zoom...

Page 508: ...enses that support this function Menu item details Left W Right T Assigns zoom out W function to left handed rotation and zoom in T function to right handed rotation Right W Left T Assigns zoom in T function to left handed rotation and zoom out W function to right handed rotation 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Zoom Ring Rotate desired setting 1 508 ...

Page 509: ...evel in either direction the indicator turns to green For viewfinder Displays only shooting information on the monitor not the subject This setting is a display setting for shooting with the viewfinder Monitor Off Always turns the monitor off when shooting images You can use the monitor when playing back images or operating MENU This setting is a display setting for shooting with the viewfinder No...

Page 511: ...t to retain the viewfinder display or the monitor display set FINDER MONITOR to Viewfinder Manual or Monitor Manual beforehand You can keep the monitor off when you take your eyes off the viewfinder during recording by setting the monitor display to Monitor Off using the DISP button Select MENU Camera Settings2 DISP Button Monitor and add a check mark to Monitor Off beforehand Note When the monito...

Page 512: ...rame Rate is set to High the resolution of the viewfinder is lowered Even when Finder Frame Rate is set to High the setting may switch to Standard automatically depending on the temperature of the shooting environment and the shooting conditions Finder Frame Rate is locked to Standard in the following situations During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera s body i...

Page 513: ...tness level for Zebra Level The settings for correct exposure confirmation and overexposure confirmation are registered to Custom1 and Custom2 respectively in the default settings To check the correct exposure set a standard value and the range for the brightness level The zebra pattern will appear on areas that fall within the range you set To check the overexposure set a minimum value for the br...

Page 514: ...ge into thirds for a well balanced composition Square Grid Square grids make it easier to confirm the horizontal level of your composition This is useful for assessing the composition when shooting landscapes closeups or when performing camera scanning Diag Square Grid Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling Off Does not display the grid line 5 021 699 11 ...

Page 515: ...osure Set Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure Menu item details Off Does not display the guide On Displays the guide 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Exposure Set Guide desired setting 1 515 ...

Page 516: ...you can easily check the image composition Live View is always displayed with the appropriate brightness even in Manual Exposure mode When Setting Effect OFF is selected the VIEW icon is displayed on the Live View screen Hint When you use a third party flash such as a studio flash Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings When Live View Display is set to Setting Effect OFF Live...

Page 517: ...Always Display Always displays the indicator when the drive mode is set to Cont Shooting Shoot Only Display Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed Not Displayed Does not display the indicator Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full SLOW will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease Related Topic Cont Shooting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyrig...

Page 518: ...perform a magnifying operation during Auto Review you can check that image using the magnified scale Off Does not display the Auto Review Note When you use a function that performs image processing the image before processing may be displayed temporarily followed by the image after processing The DISP Display Setting settings are applied for the Auto Review display Related Topic Enlarging an image...

Page 519: ...ns more quickly by using the Function menu to configure each setting directly from the Fn button along with the custom keys Refer to the related functions under Related Topic at the bottom of this page The following is the procedure for assigning the Eye AF function to the C button MOVIE Button 1 AF ON Button 2 Fn Button 3 Center Button Left Button Right Button Down Button 4 C Button 5 MENU Camera...

Page 520: ...e focus hold button on the lens However some lenses do not have a focus hold button Related Topic Using Fn Function button Function menu Changing the function of the dial temporarily My Dial Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 520 ...

Page 521: ...ony co jp support tutorial ilc ilce 7c l function php Hint You can register twelve functions to the Function menus for still image shooting and movie shooting respectively You can recall functions more quickly by using the custom key function to assign frequently used functions to desired keys along with the function menu Refer to the related functions under Related Topic at the bottom of this pag...

Page 522: ...signing frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel and press the center of the control wheel Some functions can be fine tuned using the control dial 3 MENU Camera Settings2 Function Menu Set 1 Select Drive Mode from among the twelve still image function menu items using the top bottom left r...

Page 523: ... Settings is maintained even if you do not hold down the key Press the key again to return to the normal function Shooting while switching My Dial During shooting you can recall My Dial using the custom key and shoot as you change the shooting setting by turning the control dial control wheel In the following example the functions listed in the table below are registered to My Dial and My Dial 1 2...

Page 524: ... Av White Balance Picture Effect Press the C Custom button The functions registered to My Dial 1 will be assigned to the control wheel control dial The icons for the function registered to My Dial 1 are displayed in the lower part of the screen 1 Turn the control wheel to set the ISO value and turn the control dial to set the aperture value 2 Press the C button again The functions registered to My...

Page 525: ... the shutter speed using the control wheel and change the aperture value using the control dial F no SS You can change the aperture value using the control wheel and change the shutter speed using the control dial Note Dial Wheel Setup is enabled when the shooting mode is set to M 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Dial Wheel Setup desired setting 1 525 ...

Page 526: ...l when changing the aperture value or shutter speed Menu item details Normal Does not change the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel Reverse Reverses the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Av Tv Rotate desired setting 1 526 ...

Page 527: ...sation function to the control dial Note If you assign the exposure compensation function to the control dial the function that was originally assigned can be managed using the control wheel and vice versa The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over Exposure Comp in MENU or the exposure settings using the control dial or the control wheel When the shooting mode is set t...

Page 528: ...ith the lens Menu item details Power Focus The focusing position moves toward infinity when you turn the function ring to the right The focusing position moves to the closer range when you turn the function ring to the left Full Frame Select The angle of view switches between full frame and APS C Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in...

Page 529: ...Touch Shutter function is unavailable in the following situations During viewfinder shooting When the shooting mode is set to Movie When the shooting mode is set to S Q Motion When Focus Mode is Manual Focus When Focus Area is Flexible Spot When Focus Area is Expand Flexible Spot When Focus Area is Tracking Flexible Spot When Focus Area is Tracking Expand Flexible Spot While using the digital zoom...

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Page 531: ...exible Spot Expand Flexible Spot Tracking Flexible Spot or Tracking Expand Flexible Spot the focusing frame can be moved using touch operations When the Focus Mode is set to Manual Focus the focus magnifier can be used by double tapping the monitor Note MENU Camera Settings2 Func of Touch Operation Touch Focus 1 Touch the monitor When shooting with the monitor touch the position where you want to ...

Page 532: ... not available in the following situations When Focus Mode is set to Manual Focus When using the digital zoom When using the LA EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel Pad 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 532 ...

Page 533: ...ies with Record Setting set to 120p 100p When Focus Mode is set to Manual Focus When using the Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When File Format is set to XAVC S 4K and Proxy Recording is set to On Related Topic Touch Operation 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Func of Touch Operation Touch Tracking 1 Touch the subject that you want to track on the mo...

Page 534: ...ock Does not lock the control dial or control wheel even if you press and hold the Fn Function button Hint You can release the lock by holding the Fn Function button down again Note When AF Area Registration is set to On Dial Wheel Lock is fixed to Unlock Related Topic Registering the current focus area AF Area Registration still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Set...

Page 535: ...ails On Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down Off Sounds are not produced Note If Focus Mode is set to Continuous AF the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Camera Settings2 Audio signals desired setting 1 535 ...

Page 536: ...mera s memory card You can select an image size to be sent to the smartphone from Original 2M or VGA To change the image size refer to the following steps For Android smartphone Start Imaging Edge Mobile and change the image size by Settings Copy Image Size For iPhone iPad Select Imaging Edge Mobile in the setting menu and change the image size by Copy Image Size RAW images are converted to JPEG f...

Page 537: ...de is set to On you cannot connect this product and the smartphone Set Airplane Mode to Off While you transfer many images or long movies we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor supplied Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Controlling the camera using a smartphone NFC One touch remote Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone QR C...

Page 538: ...roxy Only Transfers only proxy movies Original Only Transfers only original movies Proxy Original Transfers both proxy and original movies Note While you transfer many images or long movies we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor supplied Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 20...

Page 539: ...f time the Bluetooth connection will become deactivated Select Camera Remote Power ON OFF again on the smartphone When the camera is turned on the camera switches to the shooting mode and Send to Smartphone Func ends Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Send to Smartphone Func Cnc...

Page 540: ... transfer images to the FTP server Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required For details refer to the FTP Help Guide https rd1 sony net help di ftp h_zz Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera Import Root Certificate 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network FTP Transfer Func desired setting 1 540 ...

Page 541: ...nnected to the smartphone at all times If it is set to Off the camera will connect to a smartphone only when the connection procedure is performed Note If Always Connected is set to On the power consumption will be greater than when it is set to Off Related Topic Controlling the camera using a smartphone NFC One touch remote Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone QR Code Controlling th...

Page 542: ...Img Selects the file type for images to be transferred to the computer when Still Img Save Dest is set to PC Camera RAW JPEG JPEG Only RAW Only PC Save Image Size Selects the file size for images to be transferred to the computer when Still Img Save Dest is set to PC Camera The original sized JPEG file or a 2M equivalent JPEG file can be transferred Original 2M How to connect the camera and the co...

Page 543: ...mera and the computer Select OK on the pairing confirmation screen displayed on the camera to finish pairing Pairing information is deleted when you initialize the camera Note When an unrecordable memory card is inserted into the camera you cannot record still images even if Still Img Save Dest is set to Camera Only or PC Camera When Camera Only or PC Camera is selected and no memory card is inser...

Page 544: ...you board an airplane etc you can temporarily disable all the wireless related functions including Wi Fi 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Airplane Mode desired setting If you set Airplane Mode to On an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen 1 544 ...

Page 545: ... For details about the available functions and settings of your access point see the access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point A connection may not be possible or the communication distance may be shorter depending on the surrounding conditions such as the type of wall material and the presence of obstructions or radio waves between the product and access...

Page 546: ...nt you may want to set more items WPS PIN Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device Priority Connection Select On or Off IP Address Setting MENU Network Wi Fi Settings Access Point Set 1 Select the access point you want to register When the desired access point is displayed on the screen Select the desired access point When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen Se...

Page 547: ...DNS Server Second DNS Server If you have set IP Address Setting to Manual enter each address according to your network environment Note To give the registered access point priority in the future set Priority Connection to On Related Topic Wi Fi Settings WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 547 ...

Page 548: ...fers than 2 4GHz The Frequency Band setting only applies to Send to Smartphone Ctrl w Smartphone and PC Remote Wi Fi Direct Menu item details 2 4GHz 5GHz Note If there are both 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Wi Fi Settings Frequency ...

Page 549: ...or the MAC address You can import the MAC address of this camera to a smartphone Use one of the following methods to display the QR Code on the screen and read the QR Code using the Transfer Tagging add on smartphone application When the camera is turned off turn the camera on while pressing the Playback button Press the Delete button on the Display Wi Fi Info screen For details on how to read the...

Page 550: ...eset the connection information Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information you must make the settings for the smartphone again If you connect this product to a computer with Wi Fi Direct after resetting the connection information you must reconfigure the settings of the computer Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Ctrl w Smartph...

Page 551: ...et If you want to perform pairing in order to use a Bluetooth remote commander refer to Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Menu item details Bluetooth Function On Off Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera Pairing Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander Disp Device Address Displays the BD address of the camera Related Topic Location Inf...

Page 552: ...Information Linkage will appear on the top page of the application 2 Confirm that the Bluetooth function of your smartphone is activated Do not perform the Bluetooth pairing operation on the smartphone setting screen In steps 2 to 7 the pairing operation is performed using the camera and the application Imaging Edge Mobile If you accidentally perform the pairing operation on the smartphone setting...

Page 553: ...h other devices using the Bluetooth function Confirm that Airplane Mode for the camera is set to Off Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile Execute Reset Network Set of the camera For more detailed instructions refer to the following support page https www sony net iem btg Note When you initialize the camera the pairing information is also deleted Before pe...

Page 554: ...ersions compatible with your smartphone check the product website for your smartphone Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 554 ...

Page 555: ...ote commander You cannot use the following functions while Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl is set to On Linking location information with a smartphone Power save function If the function does not work properly check the following notes and then try pairing again Confirm that the camera is not connected with other devices using the Bluetooth function Confirm that Airplane Mode for the camera is set to Off Execu...

Page 557: ...ct PC Remote or Bluetooth connections Related Topic Wi Fi Settings WPS Push Wi Fi Settings Access Point Set Operating the camera from a computer PC Remote Function How to use the keyboard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Edit Device Name 1 Select the input box then input the device name OK 2 557 ...

Page 558: ...Certificate Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer For details refer to the FTP Help Guide https rd1 sony net help di ftp h_zz 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Import Root Certificate 1 558 ...

Page 559: ...tions the device to connect must be compatible with IPsec Depending on the device communications may not be possible or the communication speed may be slow On this camera IPsec operates in transport mode only and uses IKEv2 The algorithms are AES with 128 bit keys in CBC mode Diffie Hellman 3072 bit modp group PRF HMAC SHA 256 HMAC SHA 384 192 The authentication expires after 24 hours Encrypted co...

Page 560: ...de Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Reset Network Set Resets all the network settings to default settings 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Network Reset Network Set Enter 1 560 ...

Page 561: ...ncels the protection of all images in the selected folder Cancel All with this date Cancels the protection of all images taken on the selected date All Images in This Group Protects all the images in the selected group Cancel All in This Group Cancels the protection of all the images in the selected group Hint If you assign Protect to the key of your choice using MENU Camera Settings2 Custom Key y...

Page 562: ...shot using other products When viewing rotated images on a computer the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Display the image to be rotated then select MENU Playback Rotate 1 Press the center of the control wheel The image is rotated counter clockwise The image rotates as you press the center If you rotate t...

Page 563: ...he selection All Images in This Group Deletes all images in the selected group Hint Perform Format to delete all images including protected images To display the desired folder or date select the desired folder or date during playback by performing the following procedure Image Index button select the bar on the left using the control wheel select the desired folder or date using the top bottom si...

Page 564: ... which you want to assign a rating The level of Rating changes each time you press the custom key Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key Rating Set Custom Key Setting the method for jumping between images Image Jump Setting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Rating The image rating selection screen will appear 1 Press the left right sides ...

Page 565: ...ch you have assigned Rating using Custom Key Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons Custom Key 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Rating Set Custom Key 1 Add a check mark to the level of ranking that you want to activate You can select the checked number when setting Rating using the custom key 2 565 ...

Page 566: ...eck mark is displayed in the check box To cancel the selection press the center again and clear the check box 2 Repeat step 1 to print other images To select all the images from a certain date or in a certain folder select the check box for the date or folder 3 MENU OK Cancel All Clears all DPOF marks Print Setting Sets whether to print the date on images registered with DPOF marks The position or...

Page 567: ...as still images Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Display the movie that you want to capture as a still image 1 MENU Playback Photo Capture 2 Play back the movie and pause it 3 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback reverse slow playback displays the next frame and displays the previous frame and then stop the movie 4 Press...

Page 568: ...orehand Note You cannot enlarge movies Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag Enlarge Initial Position 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Display the image you want to enlarge and then press the Enlarge Image button Turn the control wheel to adjust the zoom scale By rotating the control dial you can switch to the previous or next image while keeping the same zoom scale The v...

Page 569: ...isplays an image with the standard magnification Previous Mag Displays an image with the previous magnification The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back Enlarge Image Enlarge Initial Position 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Enlarge Initial Mag desired setting 1 569 ...

Page 570: ...ck Menu item details Focused Position Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting Center Enlarges the image from the center of the screen Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back Enlarge Image Enlarge Initial Mag 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback Enlarge Initial Position desired setting 1 570 ...

Page 571: ...on during playback You can change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during playback You can also change the playback speed by selecting MENU Playback PB Speed for Interval You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well Related Topic Interval Shoot Func PB Speed for Interval 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback C...

Page 572: ... for still images during Cont PB for Interval Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during Cont PB for Interval Related Topic Cont PB for Interval 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback PB Speed for Interval desired setting 1 572 ...

Page 573: ...Interval Select the display interval for images from among 1 Sec 3 Sec 5 Sec 10 Sec or 30 Sec To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU button to quit the slideshow You cannot pause the slideshow Hint During playback you can display the next previous image by pressing the right left side of the control wheel You can activate a slideshow only when View Mode is set to Date View ...

Page 574: ... Mode image display method Menu item details Date View Displays the images by date Folder View Still Displays only still images XAVC S HD View Displays only XAVC S HD format movies XAVC S 4K View Displays only XAVC S 4K format movies 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Playback View Mode desired setting 1 574 ...

Page 575: ...desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel then press the top bottom sides of the control wheel While the bar is being selected you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center In addition you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon Related Topic Switching between still images and movies View Mode 5 021 ...

Page 576: ...inuously by holding down the shutter button during continuous shooting becomes one group Images shot with Interval Shoot Func Images shot during one session of interval shooting become one group On the image index screen the Display as Group icon is displayed over the group Note Images can be grouped and displayed only when View Mode is set to Date View When it is not set to Date View images canno...

Page 577: ...entation of the camera Manual Images shot vertically are displayed vertically If you have set the image orientation using the Rotate function the image will be displayed accordingly Off Images are always displayed horizontally Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback Related Topic Rotating an image Rotate 5 021 699 11 ...

Page 578: ...group is counted as one image when Image Jump Method is set to One by one By 10 images or By 100 images When Image Jump Method is set to a parameter other than One by one By 10 images or By 100 images Image Jump will only be available if View Mode is set to Date View If View Mode is not set to Date View the camera will always play back every image without jumping when you use the dial selected wit...

Page 579: ...l Adjusts the brightness within the range of 2 to 2 Sunny Weather Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors Note The Sunny Weather setting is too bright for shooting indoors Set Monitor Brightness to Manual for indoor shooting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Monitor Brightness desired setting 1 579 ...

Page 580: ...ounding environment Menu item details Auto Adjusts the brightness automatically Manual Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of 2 to 2 Note When Finder Frame Rate is set to High Viewfinder Bright cannot be set to Auto Viewfinder Bright can only be set to Manual 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Viewfinder Bright desired setting 1 580 ...

Page 581: ...the color temperature of the electronic viewfinder Menu item details 2 to 2 When you select the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color and when you select it changes to a colder color 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Finder Color Temp desired setting 1 581 ...

Page 582: ...cture Profile is HLG HLG1 HLG2 or HLG3 and Color Mode is set to 709 S Log2 709 800 Displays movies with an S Log2 gamma reproducing contrast equivalent to ITU709 800 S Log3 709 800 Displays movies with an S Log3 gamma reproducing contrast equivalent to ITU709 800 HLG BT 2020 Displays movies after adjusting the image quality of the monitor or viewfinder to a quality that is almost the same as when ...

Page 583: ...Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel then adjust the volume You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Volume Settings desired setting 1 583 ...

Page 584: ...elete or Cancel is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen Menu item details Delete first Delete is selected as the default setting Cancel first Cancel is selected as the default setting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Delete confirm desired setting 1 584 ...

Page 585: ...High Displays in high quality Standard Displays in standard quality Note When High is set battery consumption will be higher than when Standard is set When the temperature of the camera rises the setting may become locked to Standard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Display Quality desired setting 1 585 ...

Page 586: ...shutter button halfway down Menu item details 30 Min 5 Min 2 Min 1 Min 10 Sec Note Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time The power save function is deactivated in the following situations While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV When Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl is set to On 5 021 ...

Page 587: ...ts the temperature at which the camera turns off to higher than Standard Notes when Auto Power OFF Temp is set to High Do not shoot while holding the camera in your hand Use a tripod Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low temperature burns Note Even if Auto Power OFF Temp is set to High depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera the...

Page 588: ...rded with the product on a NTSC PAL system TV Note When you perform NTSC PAL Selector and the setting is changed from the default one a message Running on NTSC or Running on PAL will appear on the start up screen 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup NTSC PAL Selector Enter 1 588 ...

Page 589: ...fore performing the cleaning Do not use a spray type blower as it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the lens mount area so that the tip of the blower does not touch the image sensor Do not subject the product to any shock during cleaning When cleaning the image sensor with a blower do not blow too hard If you blow the sensor too...

Page 591: ...nu item details On Activates the touch operation Off Deactivates the touch operation Related Topic Func of Touch Operation Touch Shutter Func of Touch Operation Touch Focus Func of Touch Operation Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel Pad 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Touch Operation desired setting 1 591 ...

Page 592: ...l operations or touch pad operations Menu item details Touch Panel Pad Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder Touch Panel Only Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor Touch Pad Only Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder Related Topic Touc...

Page 593: ...on the direction of dragging and the amount of movement Relative Position Operation Area Sets the area to be used for touch pad operations Restricting the operational area can prevent erroneous operations caused by your nose etc touching the monitor About Touch Positioning Mode Selecting Absolute Position lets you move the focusing frame to a distant position more quickly because you can directly ...

Page 595: ...isplayed How to reset the time code How to set the user bit UB Preset How to reset the user bit MENU Setup TC UB Settings setting value you want to change 1 MENU Setup TC UB Settings TC Preset 1 Turn the control wheel and select the first two digits The time code can be set between the following range When 60p is selected 00 00 00 00 to 23 59 59 29 2 When 24p is selected you can select the last tw...

Page 596: ...t time code on the recording medium Regenerate Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code The time code advances in Rec Run mode regardless of the TC Run setting 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup TC UB Settings UB Preset 1 Press the Delete button to reset the user bit 00 0...

Page 597: ...uto The product automatically recognizes an HD TV and sets the output resolution 2160p 1080p Outputs signals in 2160p 1080p 1080p Outputs signals in HD picture quality 1080p 1080i Outputs signals in HD picture quality 1080i Note If the images are not displayed properly using the Auto setting select either 1080i 1080p or 2160p 1080p based on which TV is to be connected 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020...

Page 598: ...s the HDMI output format when Record Setting is set to 24p 50M 24p 60M or 24p 100M Menu item details 60p Movies are output as 60p 24p Movies are output as 24p Related Topic Record Setting movie 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup HDMI Settings HDMI Resolution 1080p or 2160p 1080p 1 MENU Setup HDMI Settings 24p 60p Output desired setting 2 598 ...

Page 599: ...ooting information are displayed on the TV while nothing is displayed on the camera s monitor Off Does not display the shooting information on the TV Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera s monitor Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while File Format is set to XAVC S 4K the setting switches ...

Page 600: ... The product sends the time code information as digital data not as an image displayed on the screen The connected device can then refer to the digital data to recognize the time data Menu item details On Time code is output to other devices Off Time code is not output to other devices Note When TC Output is set to On the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device In such cases...

Page 601: ...The camera is not able to send a command to an external recorder player to start stop recording Note Available for external recorders players compatible with REC Control When you use the REC Control function set the shooting mode to Movie When TC Output is set to Off you cannot use the REC Control function Even when REC is displayed the external recorder player may not work properly depending on t...

Page 602: ...ompatible TV Also the SYNC MENU operation differs depending on the TV you are using For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer s TV using an HDMI connection select MENU Setup HDMI Settings CTRL FOR HDMI Off 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 So...

Page 603: ... 4K movie is not output to the connected 4K compatible device during slow motion quick motion shooting When HDMI Only 30p HDMI Only 24p or HDMI Only 25p is set the counter does not move forward the actual recording time is not counted while the movie is being recorded on an external recording playback device When shooting 4K movies using the setting Memory Card HDMI the movies will not be output t...

Page 605: ...enu item details Auto Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically depending on the computer or other USB devices to be connected Mass Storage Establishes a Mass Storage connection between this product and a computer or other USB device MTP Establishes an MTP connection between this product and a computer or other USB device Note It may take some time to make the connection between t...

Page 606: ... Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions Menu item details Multi Normally use Multi Single Set USB LUN Setting to Single only if you cannot make a connection 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup USB LUN Setting desired setting 1 606 ...

Page 607: ...C Adaptor power will be supplied even when Off is selected Operations available while supplying power via a USB cable The following table shows you which operations are available unavailable while supplying power via a USB cable Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup USB Power Supply desired setting 1 Op...

Page 608: ...erchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items warnings and messages 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Language desired language 1 608 ...

Page 609: ...tails Daylight Savings Selects Daylight Savings On Off Date Time Sets the date and time Date Format Selects the date and time display format Hint To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery insert a charged battery pack and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off If the clock resets every time the battery is charged the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out ...

Page 610: ...p Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Area Setting desired area 1 610 ...

Page 611: ...nformation the IPTC icon appears on the screen For details on how to use the IPTC Metadata Preset refer to the following support page https www sony net iptc help Note Whenever you register IPTC information information previously registered to the camera is overwritten You cannot edit or check IPTC information on the camera To delete IPTC information registered to the camera reset the camera to th...

Page 612: ...ht Info Displays the current copyright information Note In order to prevent unauthorized use of Copyright Info be sure to clear the Set Photographer and Set Copyright columns before lending out or handing over your camera Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of Copyright Info Related Topic How to use the keyboard 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Co...

Page 613: ...ber to the Exif data when shooting still images Menu item details On Writes the camera s serial number to the Exif data for the image Off Does not write the camera s serial number to the Exif data for the image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Write Serial Number desired setting 1 613 ...

Page 614: ...manently erases all data including protected images and registered settings from M1 to M4 The access lamp lights up during formatting Do not remove the memory card while the access lamp is lit up Format the memory card on this camera If you format the memory card on the computer the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type It may take a few minutes to complete formatting dependin...

Page 615: ...there are 2 folders or more you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded Note You cannot select the folder when Folder Name under File Folder Settings is set to Date Form Related Topic File Folder Settings still image 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Select REC Folder desired folder 1 615 ...

Page 616: ...ber currently used Images are recorded in the newly created folder Note When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images a new folder may be automatically created Up to 4 000 images in total can be stored in one folder When the folder capacity is exceeded a new folder may be automatically created 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU...

Page 617: ...cters of the file name Folder Name You can set how folder names are assigned Standard Form Folders are named as folder number MSDCF Example 100MSDCF Date Form Folders are named as folder number Y the last digit of the year MM DD Example 10000405 Folder number 100 date 04 05 2020 Note Only capital letters numbers and underscores can be used for Set File Name Underscores cannot be used for the first...

Page 618: ...r Date Title The file name of the recorded movie becomes Date Title File number Title Date The file name of the recorded movie becomes Title Date File number Title Name Settings You can set the title when File Name Format is set to Title Date Title or Title Date Note Only alphanumeric characters and symbols can be input for Title Name Settings Up to 37 characters can be entered Titles specified us...

Page 619: ...memory card will not be played back on this product If these problems happen repair the file using Recover Image DB Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted image database files cannot be repaired Use a sufficiently charged battery pack Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by Recover Image DB 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Recover Image DB Enter 1 619...

Page 620: ... α7C Display Media Info Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Display Media Info 1 620 ...

Page 621: ... version of the lens if a lens compatible with firmware updates is attached The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is 3 remaining battery bars or more Use a sufficiently charged battery pack 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU Setup Vers...

Page 622: ...fault settings Initialize Initializes all the settings to the default settings Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting The value set with AF Micro Adj will not be reset even when Camera Settings Reset or Initialize is performed Settings of Picture Profile will not be reset even when Camera Settings Reset or Initialize is performed Related Topic AF Micro Adj 5 021 699 11 1 Copyri...

Page 623: ...nnot add the following items to My Menu Any item under MENU Playback Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Add Item 1 Select an item that you want to add to My Menu using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 2 Select a destination using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 3 623 ...

Page 624: ...dded to My Menu under MENU Related Topic Add Item 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Sort Item 1 Select an item that you want to move using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 2 Select a destination using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel 3 624 ...

Page 625: ...Menu Delete Page You can delete all the items added to My Menu by selecting MENU My Menu Delete All Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Delete Item 1 Select an item that you want to delete using the top bottom left right sides of the control wheel and then press the center to delete the selected item 2 625 ...

Page 626: ... added to a page under My Menu in MENU Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Delete Page 1 Select a page that you want to delete using the left right sides of the control wheel and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items 2 626 ...

Page 627: ...e Lens Digital Camera ILCE 7C α7C Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to My Menu in MENU Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Delete All 1 Select OK 2 627 ...

Page 628: ...first when you press the MENU button Menu item details On My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button Off The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button Related Topic Add Item 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation MENU My Menu Display From My Menu desired setting 1 628 ...

Page 629: ...es Especially during 4K movie shooting the recording time may be shorter under low temperature conditions Warm up the battery pack or replace it with a new battery Notes on playing movies on other devices XAVC S movies can be played back only on XAVC S supported devices Notes on recording playback Before you start recording make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly P...

Page 630: ...d the ambient temperature If moisture condensation occurs turn off the product 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 Precaution on carrying Do not hold hit or apply excessive force to the following parts if your camera is equipped with them The lens part The movable mo...

Page 631: ...inder or a flash Take care that your finger is not in the way when pushing the viewfinder or flash down Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash If water dust or sand adheres to the viewfinder or flash unit it may cause a malfunction Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash Notes on the viewfinder Only for models with a viewfinder When shooting with the view...

Page 632: ...erms and conditions and changed interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees registration and credit card information Notes on connecting to the Internet Connect the camera to the network via a router or connect to a LAN port with the same function If you connect using a different method security problems may occur Optional accessories It is recommended that you use genuine Sony ac...

Page 633: ...mmercially available blower to blow any dust off Cleaning the product surface Clean the product surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water then wipe the surface with a dry cloth To prevent damage to the finish or casing Do not expose the product to chemical products such as thinner benzine alcohol disposable cloths insect repellent sunscreen or insecticide Do not touch the product wit...

Page 634: ...fore performing the cleaning Do not use a spray type blower as it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the lens mount area so that the tip of the blower does not touch the image sensor Do not subject the product to any shock during cleaning When cleaning the image sensor with a blower do not blow too hard If you blow the sensor too...

Page 636: ...ed 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 JPEG Image Size L 24M Aspect Ratio 3 2 1 Units Images Note Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9999 images 9999 will appear The numbers shown are when using a Sony memory card ...

Page 637: ...varies depending on the shooting conditions the subject or the image quality size settings The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card Notes on continuous movie recording High quality movie recording and high speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power Therefore if you continue to shoot the temperature inside the camera will rise especially that of the image sensor I...

Page 638: ... will be shorter If Overheating warning icon appears the temperature of the camera has risen If the camera stops movie recording due to a high temperature leave it for some time with the power turned off Start recording after the temperature inside the camera drops fully If you observe the following points you will be able to record movies for longer periods of time Keep the camera out of direct s...

Page 639: ...country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC and 50 Hz 60 Hz Depending on the country region a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet wall socket Consult a travel agency etc and prepare one in advance Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction 5 021 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 639 ...

Page 640: ...R USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO i ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD AVC VIDEO AND OR ii DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL 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 INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL INTE...

Page 641: ... 300 000 pixels SteadyShot System In camera sensor shift image stabilization system Anti Dust System Charge protection coating on optical filter and image sensor shift mechanism Auto focus system Detection system Phase detection system Contrast detection system Sensitivity Range 4 EV to 20 EV at ISO 100 equivalent F2 0 AF illuminator Approx 0 3 m to 3 0 m When using an FE 28 70 mm F3 5 5 6 OSS Ele...

Page 642: ...ical traverse focal plane type Speed range Still images when shooting with the electronic shutter 1 8 000 second to 30 seconds Still images when shooting with the mechanical shutter 1 4 000 second to 30 seconds BULB Movies 1 4 000 second to 1 4 second 1 3 EV step 1080 60p compatible devices up to 1 60 second in AUTO mode up to 1 30 second in Auto slow shutter mode 1080 50p compatible devices up to...

Page 643: ...shooting Using an FE 28 60 mm F4 5 6 When using the viewfinder Approx 2 9 W When using the monitor Approx 2 7 W Operating temperature 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F Storage temperature 20 to 55 C 4 to 131 F Dimensions W H D Approx 124 0 71 1 59 7 mm 124 0 71 1 53 5 mm from grip to monitor 5 2 7 8 2 3 8 in 5 2 7 8 2 1 8 in from grip to monitor Mass Approx 509 g 1 lb 2 0 oz including battery pack SD card Mic...

Page 644: ...SK Connection method Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Manual Access method Infrastructure mode NFC Tag type NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant Bluetooth communications Bluetooth standard Ver 4 1 Frequency band 2 4 GHz AC Adaptor AC UUD12 AC UUE12 Rated input 100 240 V 50 60 Hz 0 2 A Rated output 5 V 1 5 A Rechargeable battery pack NP FZ100 Rated voltage 7 2 V Design and specifications are subject to change w...

Page 645: ...es and or other countries SDXC logo is a trademark of SD 3C LLC Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google LLC Wi Fi the Wi Fi logo and Wi Fi Protected Setup are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Wi Fi Alliance The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum Inc in the United States and in other countries The Bluetooth word mark and logos are ...

Page 646: ...when Aspect Ratio is set to 3 2 L 24M JPEG Image Size when Aspect Ratio is set to 4 3 L 21M JPEG Image Size when Aspect Ratio is set to 16 9 L 20M JPEG Image Size when Aspect Ratio is set to 1 1 L 16M JPEG Image Size when Aspect Ratio is set to 3 2 recording in the APS C equivalent size L 10M JPEG Image Size when Aspect Ratio is set to 16 9 recording in the APS C equivalent size L 8 7M JPEG Image ...

Page 647: ...oot Func Shoot Interval Priority Off Recall Memory Reg Custom Shoot Set Focus Mode Automatic AF Priority Set in AF S Balanced Emphasis Priority Set in AF C Balanced Emphasis Focus Area Wide Focus Area Limit Switch V H AF Area Off AF Illuminator Auto Face Eye AF Set Face Eye Priority in AF On Face Eye AF Set Subject Detection Human Face Eye AF Set Right Left Eye Select Auto Face Eye AF Set Face Eye...

Page 648: ...ount This item is not reset even if you select Camera Settings Reset or Initialize 0 Exposure Comp 0 0 Reset EV Comp Reset ISO Setting ISO ISO AUTO ISO Setting ISO Range Limit ISO 50 ISO 204800 ISO Setting ISO AUTO Min SS Standard Metering Mode Multi Face Priority in Multi Metering On Spot Metering Point Center Exposure step 0 3EV AEL w shutter Auto Exposure Std Adjust 0 0 Flash Mode Autoflash Fla...

Page 649: ...eaking Setting Peaking Color White Anti flicker Shoot Off Face Registration Regist Faces Priority On MENU items Default setting value Resettable using Camera Settings Reset Exposure Mode Program Auto Exposure Mode Program Auto File Format XAVC S HD Record Setting when File Format is set to XAVC S 4K 24p 60M 25p 60M Record Setting when File Format is set to XAVC S HD 60p 50M 50p 50M S Q Settings Re...

Page 650: ...ent Shooting Off Release w o Lens Enable Release w o Card Enable SteadyShot On SteadyShot Settings SteadyShot Adjust Auto SteadyShot Settings SteadyS Focal Len when SteadyShot Adjust is set to Manual 8mm Zoom Zoom Setting Optical zoom only Zoom Ring Rotate Left W Right T DISP Button Monitor Display All Info DISP Button Finder Level FINDER MONITOR Auto Finder Frame Rate Standard Zebra Setting Zebra...

Page 651: ...Button Follow Custom Custom Key Center Button Follow Custom Custom Key Left Button Follow Custom Custom Key Right Button Follow Custom Custom Key Down Button Follow Custom Custom Key AF ON Button AF On Custom Key MOVIE Button Movie Shooting Custom Key Focus Hold Button Follow Custom Custom Key MOVIE Button Follow Custom Custom Key Fn Button Send to Smartphone Function Menu Set My Dial Settings Dia...

Page 652: ... Cnct Method USB PC Remote Function Pairing PC Remote Function Wi Fi Direct Info PC Remote Function Still Img Save Dest PC Only PC Remote Function RAW J PC Save Img RAW JPEG PC Remote Function PC Save Image Size Original Airplane Mode Off Wi Fi Settings WPS Push Wi Fi Settings Access Point Set Wi Fi Settings Frequency Band 2 4GHz Wi Fi Settings Display Wi Fi Info Wi Fi Settings SSID PW Reset Bluet...

Page 653: ...rity IPsec Dest IP Address Security IPsec Shared Key Reset Network Set MENU items Default setting value Protect Rotate Delete Rating Rating Set Custom Key Specify Printing Photo Capture Enlarge Image Enlarge Initial Mag Standard Mag Enlarge Initial Position Focused Position Cont PB for Interval PB Speed for Interval 5 Slide Show Repeat Off Slide Show Interval 3 Sec View Mode Date View Image Index ...

Page 654: ...Mode Absolute Position Touch Pad Settings Operation Area Right 1 2 TC UB Settings TC UB Disp Setting Counter TC UB Settings TC Preset 00 00 00 00 TC UB Settings UB Preset 00 00 00 00 TC UB Settings TC Format DF TC UB Settings TC Run Rec Run TC UB Settings TC Make Preset TC UB Settings UB Time Rec Off HDMI Settings HDMI Resolution Auto HDMI Settings 24p 60p Output 60p HDMI Settings HDMI Info Displa...

Page 655: ... Copyright Copyright Info Disp Copyright Info Write Serial Number Off Format Select REC Folder New Folder File Folder Settings File Number Series File Folder Settings Set File Name DSC File Folder Settings Folder Name Standard Form File Settings File Number Series File Settings Series Counter Reset File Settings File Name Format Standard File Settings Title Name Settings Recover Image DB This is n...

Page 657: ...21 699 11 1 Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation Remove the battery pack wait for about one minute re insert the battery pack then turn on the power 1 Initialize the settings 2 Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website https www sony net 3 657 ...

Page 658: ... card An incompatible memory card is inserted The memory card is damaged The terminal section of the memory card is dirty Memory card locked You are using a memory card with a write protect switch or a delete protect switch with the switch set to the LOCK position Set the switch to the record position Cannot open the shutter since the memory card is not inserted No memory card has been inserted To...

Page 659: ...Database file full The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the product is possible Database file error Unable to register to the database file Import all the images to a computer and recover the memory card Image DataBase File error There is something wrong in the Image Database File Select Setup Recover Image DB System Error Camera Error Turn power off th...

Page 661: ...ton in the default settings Looking for valuable information such as essential points on shooting Tutorials This website introduces convenient functions ways of usage and setting examples Refer to the website when you set up your camera Another window will open ILCE 7C lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information Another window will open 5 021 699 11 1 Co...

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