4-287-948-11(1)SLT-A65/SLT-A65V©2011 Sony CorporationInterchangeable Lens Digital Cameraα HandbookA-mountPreparing the cameraShooting and viewing imag
10Notes on using your cameraShooting procedure• This camera has 2 modes for monitoring subjects: the LCD monitor mode using the LCD monitor, and the v
100Selecting the shooting modeNotes• The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode.• When the mode dial is set to M,
101Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)• Use a tripod.• Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks, e
102Selecting the shooting mode• Use the Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) (page 142). Pressing the SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Com
103Shooting (Advanced operations)Movie recording setupMovie recording can be started from any exposure mode.The shutter speed and aperture value are a
104Movie recording setup• Do not shoot a strong light source, such as the sun. The internal mechanism of the camera may be damaged.• When you import A
105Movie recording setupShooting (Advanced operations)MENU button t 1 t [File Format] t Select the desired format5 Adjust the focus, then press the M
106Movie recording setupThe higher the average bit-rate, the higher the image quality.MENU button t 1 t [Record Setting] t Select the desired size[Fi
107Movie recording setupShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)] setting in [Record Setting] are conv
108Adjusting the focusThere are 2 methods for adjusting the focus: autofocus and manual focus.Depending on the lens, the method for switching between
109Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)Note• While the camera is focusing automatically, do not touch the rotating focusing ring.• To sel
11Notes on using your cameraNotes on long-time recording• When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises. If the temp
110Adjusting the focusTo measure the exact distance to the subjectNote• If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached le
111Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)Fn button t (Autofocus Mode) t Select the desired setting• Use [Single-shot AF] when the subject
112Adjusting the focusFn button t (AF area) t Select the desired settingNotes• [AF area] is fixed to [Wide] and you cannot select other settings when
113Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• Tracking may be difficult in the following situations:– The subject is moving too quickly.–
114Adjusting the focusWhen it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually.Notes• When the Wide AF area i
115Adjusting the focusShooting (Advanced operations)You can enhance the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This functio
116Adjusting the focus3 Press the Focus Magnifier button again to enlarge the image and select the portion you want to enlarge with v/V/b/B on the con
117Shooting (Advanced operations)Detecting facesThe camera detects faces, adjusts the focus, exposure, performs image processing, and adjusts flash se
118Detecting facesNotes• When the exposure mode is Sweep Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama or Continuous Advance Priority AE, the Face Detection function ca
119Detecting facesShooting (Advanced operations)MENU button t 4 t [Face Registration] t [Delete] t Select the face you want to delete• When you selec
12Notes on using your cameraModel nameThis manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.The model name varies depending on the supplied
120Detecting faces• To focus on the smile, overlay the Face Detection frame and AF area.• Do not cover the eyes with bangs, etc. Keep the eyes narrowe
121Shooting (Advanced operations)Adjusting the brightness of the imageWhen shooting into the sun or by a window, and the exposure may not be appropria
122Adjusting the brightness of the imageFn button t (Metering Mode) t Select the desired mode• Use [Multi segment] metering for general shooting.• Whe
123Adjusting the brightness of the imageShooting (Advanced operations)Exposure compensation and flash compensationExposure compensation changes the sh
124The flashPress the Fn button, select the desired flash mode, press the button, and shoot images (page 42).• The lens hood may block the light of th
125The flashShooting (Advanced operations)with a three dimensional feel by highlighting the contrast of light and shadow on the subject.For the actual
126The flashMENU button t 2 t [AF Illuminator] t Select the desired setting• AF illuminator does not operate when [Autofocus Mode] is set to (Continu
127Shooting (Advanced operations)Setting ISOSensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, t
128Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range)Fn button t (DRO/Auto HDR) t Select the desired setting* Lv_ displayed with i
129Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range)Shooting (Advanced operations)• When shooting with the D-Range optimizer, the i
13Preparing the cameraPreparing the cameraChecking the supplied itemsFirst check the model name of your camera (page 12). The accessories supplied dif
130Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically (D-Range)• When the contrast of the scene is low or when camera shake or subject blur is
131Shooting (Advanced operations)Setting the image processingSelect the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression.Pictu
132Setting the image processingNotes• When Smart Teleconverter is used, the [Toy Camera] and [Miniature] effects are not available.• When [Partial Col
133Setting the image processingShooting (Advanced operations) (Contrast), (Saturation), and (Sharpness) can be adjusted for each Creative Style it
134Adjusting the color tones (White balance)The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the light source. The table belo
135Adjusting the color tones (White balance)Shooting (Advanced operations)• Use the white balance bracket function if you cannot get the desired color
136Adjusting the color tones (White balance)Note• Since color meters are designed for film cameras, the values differ under fluorescent/sodium lamp/me
137Adjusting the color tones (White balance)Shooting (Advanced operations)Note• The message “Custom WB error” indicates that the value is beyond the e
138Zooming in in one stepYou can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter (Digital zoom) and record the image.The image size is
139Shooting (Advanced operations) Selecting the drive modeThis mode is for normal shooting.Note• When the exposure mode is set to [Sports Action] in S
14Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A Shutter button (31)B Power switch (28)C Control dial (94)D Remote sensor (1
140Selecting the drive mode• You cannot shoot continuously when using Scene Selection modes other than [Sports Action].The 10-second self-timer is con
141Selecting the drive modeShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• When the mode dial is set to M, the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed
142Selecting the drive mode* Ambient light: Any light other than the flash light that shines on the scene for an extended period of time, such as natu
143Selecting the drive modeShooting (Advanced operations)Note• The RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately) cannot be used for movie reco
144Playback (Advanced operations)PlaybackThe screen displayed for playback modeEach time you press DISP on the control button, the screen changes as f
145The screen displayed for playback modePlayback (Advanced operations)B* When the image has a high-key or low-key portion, that portion is flashed on
146Using the playback functionsTo return to the normal playback screenPress the button again.Notes• You cannot rotate movies.• When you copy rotated
147Using the playback functionsPlayback (Advanced operations)MENU button t 1 t [Slide Show]t [Enter]Plays back recorded images in order (Slide Show).
148Using the playback functionsNote• When you play back the image on a TV or a computer, the image will be displayed in the portrait position even if
149Playback (Advanced operations)Protecting images (Protect)You can protect images against accidental erasure.To cancel the protection of all the imag
15Identifying partsPreparing the cameraA Eyepiece sensors (80)B Viewfinder*• When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and
150Deleting images (Delete)You can delete only unnecessary images, or all the images.Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whet
151Deleting images (Delete)Playback (Advanced operations)You can delete all still images or movies by the same view mode currently displayed.Deleting
152About playback on TVConnect the camera to a TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately) and play back images (page 52).Notes• Use an HDMI cable with t
153About playback on TVPlayback (Advanced operations)The items for Sync MenuNotes• The operations available are restricted when the camera is connecte
154Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Setup of the cameraGPS setting (SLT-A65V only)If the camera has acquired location information using the bu
155GPS setting (SLT-A65V only)Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened by taking
156GPS setting (SLT-A65V only)• There may be discrepancies of a few seconds.• Depending on the area, it may not function correctly.
157Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Setting the aspect ratio and image qualityMENU button t 1 t [Aspect Ratio] t Select the desired ratioNote
158Setting the aspect ratio and image qualityNote• This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama.About
159Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Setting the other functions of the cameraWhen you set the shutter speed to 1 second or longer (Long exposu
16Identifying partsA Auto-lock Accessory shoe (124)B MENU button (57)C MOVIE button (33, 103)D FINDER/LCD button (164)E (Exposure) button (44)F ISO
160Setting the other functions of the cameraThe way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “
161Setting the other functions of the cameraSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)The grid line is an auxiliary line for shooting composition. You
162Setting the other functions of the cameraTo assign another function to the AEL buttonYou can assign one of the following functions to the AEL butto
163Setting the other functions of the cameraSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)Notes• When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large diamete
164Setting the other functions of the cameraYou can set different time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode (Power Save). Pressing th
165Setup of the camera (Advanced operations)Lens compensationYou can automatically compensate the following characteristics: light fall-off at the edg
166Setting the method for recording on a memory cardNote that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a memory card, including protected images.MENU
167Setting the method for recording on a memory cardSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)MENU button t 1 t [Folder Name] t Select the desired set
168Setting the method for recording on a memory cardWhen inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing images on computer
169Setting the method for recording on a memory cardSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)card inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Of
17Identifying partsPreparing the cameraA Hooks for shoulder strap• Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.B REMOTE terminal• When connecting th
170Resetting to the defaultYou can reset the main functions of the camera.MENU button t 3 t [Initialize] t Select the desired setting t [Enter]The it
171Resetting to the defaultSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)Movie shooting menu (Reset Default/Rec mode reset)Custom menu (Reset Default/Custo
172Resetting to the defaultPlayback menu (Reset Default)Memory Card Tool menu (Reset Default)Setup menu (Reset Default)Peaking Level (115) OffPeaking
173Resetting to the defaultSetup of the camera (Advanced operations)Others (Reset Default)GPS Settings – GPS On/Off (154) (SLT-A65V only)OffGPS Settin
174Confirming the version of the cameraDisplays the version of your camera. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released.MENU button t 3 t
175Computer (Advanced operations)Computer (Advanced operations)ComputerConnecting the camera to the computerSelects the method used for a USB connecti
176Connecting the camera to the computer“PMB” allows you to easily import images.For details on “PMB” functions, see the “PMB Help.”Importing images t
177Connecting the camera to the computerComputer (Advanced operations)File name• ssss (file number) stands for any number within the range of 0001 to
178Connecting the camera to the computerNote• Use “iMovie” bundled with a Macintosh computer to import or operate AVCHD View movies.Perform the proced
179Computer (Advanced operations)Creating a movie discYou can create a disc from AVCHD View movies recorded on the camera.• Movies recorded with the [
18Identifying partsK Battery insertion slot (22)L Battery cover (22)M Tripod receptacle• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in
180Creating a movie discFor detailed operations, see the Help for “Player for AVCHD.”Note• Movies may not be played smoothly depending on the computer
181Creating a movie discComputer (Advanced operations)You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB.” For Blu-ray disc, see page 180.• Always ma
182Print (Advanced operations)PrintSpecifying DPOFUsing the camera, you can specify the still images before you print images at a shop or with your pr
183Cleaning (Advanced operations)Cleaning (Advanced operations)CleaningCleaning the camera and a lens• Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as
184Cleaning the image sensorIf dust or debris enters the camera and adheres to the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dar
185Cleaning the image sensorCleaning (Advanced operations)If another cleaning is needed after using the cleaning mode, clean the image sensor using a
186Cleaning the image sensorNotes• After the cleaning is finished, confirm that the mirror is locked down firmly when you attach the lens. Otherwise,
187Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Trouble shooting/OthersTroubleshootingIf you experience t
188Troubleshootingoperate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down (page 164).The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pa
189TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)The shutter does not release.• You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch,
19Identifying partsPreparing the cameraA Focusing ringB Zoom ringC Focal-length scaleD Focal-length indexE Lens contactsF Focusing mode switchG Mounti
190TroubleshootingThe flash does not work.• The flash mode is set to [Autoflash]. If you want to make sure the flash fires without fail, set the flash
191TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)The eyes of the subject come out red.• Activate the red eye reduction function (page 58
192TroubleshootingThe camera is not receiving a GPS signal.• Set [GPS On/Off] to [On] (page 154).• Your camera may not be able to receive radio signal
193TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)• When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack (page 20), or use the
194TroubleshootingCannot print images.• RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images first, convert them to JPEG images using “Image Data Convert
195TroubleshootingTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)The message “Set Area/Date/Time.” appears when you turn on the camera.• The camera has
196Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Warning messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions below.Set Area/Date/Time.• S
197Warning messagesTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)Unable to print.• You tried to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark.Camera overheating. Al
198PrecautionsDo not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, dry or humid placeIn places such as in a car parked in the sun
199PrecautionsTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. Howev
2Table of ContentsBasic operations ... 9This section provides basic information on opera
20Charging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FM500H “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied).The “InfoLI
200Precautions• Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or pl
201Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)To use your camera abroad — Power sourcesYou can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PW
202AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i spe
203Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)GPS (SLT-A65V only)This system allows you to pinpoint your exact location on the earth. The GPS satell
204GPS (SLT-A65V only)Department of Defense, and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally.• Error during the triangulating processThe camer
205Trouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)3D-shootingsNotes on recording• [3D Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting:– Subjects are movin
206Memory card• Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.• Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:– High temperature lo
207Memory cardTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media*1*2*3“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media*1*2Available with your ca
208Battery pack/Battery charger• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions.• We recomme
209Battery pack/Battery chargerTrouble shooting/Others (Advanced operations)frequently, use continuous shooting often, turn the camera on and off freq
21Charging the battery packPreparing the cameraNotes• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging co
210The LicenseNotes on the License“C Library”, “zlib”, and “libjpeg” software are provided in the camera. We provide this software based on license ag
211IndexIndexIndexNumerics3D... 40, 92, 205AAdobe RGB... 160AE Lock ...
212IndexDPOF Setup...182D-Range Optimizer ...128Drive mode ...46, 139EEnlarged image .
213IndexIndexLens Comp.: Distortion... 165Lens Comp.: Peripheral Shading... 165Live View Display ..
214IndexSharpness ...132Shooting...31Shooting Tip ...64S
22Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)1While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the cover.2Firmly insert the battery pack
23Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)Preparing the cameraTo remove the battery packTo remove the memory cardCheck that the access
24Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately)The following memory cards are compatible with this camera. However, all memory cards are no
25Preparing the cameraAttaching a lensNotes• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.• Do not use force when attaching a lens.• E-
26Attaching a lens• Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for the zoom or focus adjustment.To remove the lensTo attach a lens hoodNotes• A
27Attaching a lensPreparing the camera• When storing, turn over the lens hood and place it onto the lens backwards.Note on changing the lensWhen chang
28Turning the camera on and setting the clockWhen you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears.1Set the power switch
29Turning the camera on and setting the clockPreparing the cameraTo cancel the date/time setting operationPress the MENU button.To set up the date/tim
3 Selecting the drive mode ... 46Switching the recording information display (DISP) ... 47Setting image size ...
30Before shootingNote• The dioptic adjustment attachment (sold separately) cannot be used with this camera.Stabilize your upper body and take a positi
31Shooting and viewing imagesShooting and viewing imagesShooting still imagesThe “AUTO” mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditio
32Shooting still images5Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.When the focus is confirmed, z or (Focus indicator) lights up (page 109).Focus
33Shooting and viewing imagesRecording moviesNotes• The sound of the camera and the lens in operation may be recorded while recording a movie. You can
34Playing back imagesNote• Movies recorded with other devices may not be played back on this camera.1Press the button. button2MENU button t 1 t [Vi
35Shooting and viewing imagesDeleting images (Delete)Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether to delete the image or not b
36Shooting images to suit your subjectAdjusting the angle of the LCD monitorAdjust the LCD monitor to an easily viewable angle.• The LCD monitor tilts
37Shooting images to suit your subjectShooting with the various shooting modesThe following shooting modes are provided with the camera:Set the mode d
38Shooting with the various shooting modesScene recognized by the cameraShooting function (Manual Exposure) (99)Allows you to shoot after adjusting th
39Shooting with the various shooting modesShooting images to suit your subject Scene Selection1 Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection).2 Press the c
4Histogram ... 82The digital level gauge ...
40Shooting with the various shooting modes Sweep Panorama/ 3D Sweep Panorama1 Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama)/ (3D Sweep Panorama).2 Press t
41Shooting with the various shooting modesShooting images to suit your subject Continuous Advance Priority AE1 Set the mode dial to (Cont. Priority A
42Using the shooting functionsUsing the flashIn a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to preven
43Using the flashUsing the shooting functions(Flash Off) Does not fire even the built-in flash pops up.• You cannot select this item when the mode dia
44Adjusting the brightness of the imageExcept for exposure mode M, the exposure is automatically selected (Automatic exposure).Based on the exposure a
45Adjusting the brightness of the imageUsing the shooting functionsNote• This item cannot be set when the exposure mode is set to AUTO, AUTO+, or Scen
46 Selecting the drive modeYou can use an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes, such as single-shot advanced, continuous advanced, or bracket.
47Using the shooting functionsSwitching the recording information display (DISP)Graphic DisplayEach time you press DISP on the control button, the rec
48Setting image sizeMENU button t 1 t [Image Size] t Select the desired size[Aspect Ratio]: [3:2][Aspect Ratio]: [16:9]Note• When you select a RAW im
49Setting image sizeUsing the shooting functions[3D Pan.: Image Size]16:9 1920 × 1080Standard 4912 × 1080Wide 7152 × 1080
5Face Detection ... 117Face Registration ...
50Using the playback functionsEnlarging imagesA still image can be enlarged for closer examination. This is convenient to check the focus condition of
51Using the playback functionsSwitching to the display of the image listYou can display multiple images on the screen simultaneously.To return to the
52Viewing images on a TV screenTo view images recorded on the camera on a TV set, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI c
53Functions listFunctions listFunctions that can be operated with the buttons/switchYou can set up or operate various functions with these buttons/swi
54Selecting a function with the Fn (Function) buttonThis button is used for setting up or executing functions used frequently in shooting.To set up th
55Functions listFunctions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) buttonThe functions that can be selected with the Fn button are as follows:Scene
56Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) buttonDRO/Auto HDR (128) Compensates for the brightness and contrast automatically.(Off/D-Rang
57Functions listThe functions selected with the MENU buttonYou can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole or execute functions such as sh
58The functions selected with the MENU buttonMovie shooting menuCustom menuHigh ISO NR (159) Sets noise reduction processing for high-sensitivity shoo
59The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunctions listRelease w/o Lens (160)Sets whether shutter can open when lens is not attached.(Enable/Disab
6View Mode ... 146Slide Show ...
60The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunc. of AEL button (161)Assigns the desired function to the AEL button.(Exposure Comp./Drive Mode/Flash
61The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunctions listPlayback menuMemory Card Tool menuFront Curtain Shutter (162)Sets whether or not to use the
62The functions selected with the MENU buttonClock setup menuSetup menuFolder Name (166) Sets the folder format for still images.(Standard Form/Date F
63The functions selected with the MENU buttonFunctions list* Appears when an Eye-Fi card (sold separately) is inserted in the camera.Upload Settings*
64Using the guide function of the cameraThe camera displays the shooting tips in accordance with the shooting mode selected.To access all shooting tip
65Using the guide function of the cameraFunctions listMENU button t 1 t [Shooting Tip List]t Select the desired shooting tip• You can access a tip fr
66Viewing images on a computerUsing with your computerFollowing applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of ima
67Using with your computerViewing images on a computerThe following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing
68Using the softwareLog on as Administrator.Notes• If “PMB” has already been installed on the computer, and the version of the previously installed “P
69Using the softwareViewing images on a computer• If a version of “PMB” under 5.0.00 has been installed on your computer, you may be unable to use som
7Setting the method for recording on a memory card ... 166Format ... 166File Numb
70Using the softwareTo use “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help.Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Conver
71Using the softwareViewing images on a computerTo use “PMB,” refer to “PMB Help.”Double-click the shortcut of (PMB Help) on the desktop. Or, click
72Selecting the method for creating a disc of moviesYou can create a disc from AVCHD View movies that have been recorded with this camera.Depending on
73Selecting the method for creating a disc of moviesViewing images on a computer• The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions.• M
74OthersList of icons on the screenGraphic Display (LCD monitor)Display All Info. (LCD monitor)For playback (Basic information display)ADisplay Indica
75List of icons on the screenOthersBCD Image size of movies (106) 100% Remaining battery (23)Flash charge in progress (42)Setting Effect OFF (83)No a
76List of icons on the screenE Flash mode (42, 124)/Red-eye reduction (58) Focus mode (111) AF area (112)Object tracking (112)Face Detecti
77OthersFunctions available for each shooting modeThe functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode.In the table below, indicates the f
78Flash modes availableThe flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected.In the table below, indicates the function
79Preparation (Advanced operations)PreparationAdvanced operationsThis section provides further information on the camera.
8Battery pack/Battery charger ... 208The License ...
80Setting up the cameraWhen attaching the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to the camera, remove the eyecup.Note• When the FDA-A1AM Angle Finde
81Preparation (Advanced operations)The screen displayed for shooting modeYou can select the desired screen mode. When you switch the screen by pressin
82The screen displayed for shooting modeNotes• The histogram does not indicate the final recorded image. It indicates the condition of the image just
83The screen displayed for shooting modePreparation (Advanced operations)Notes• The error of the digital level gauge is larger if you tilt the camera
84The screen displayed for shooting modeWhen [For viewfinder] in [DISP Button(Monitor)] is activated, you can set the status of the LCD monitor to one
85The screen displayed for shooting modePreparation (Advanced operations)BCFlash charge in progress (42)Setting Effect OFF (83)No audio recording of m
86Shooting a clear image without camera shake“Camera shake” refers to unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shutter button has been pr
87Shooting a clear image without camera shakePreparation (Advanced operations)In the following cases, we recommend that you mount the camera on a trip
88Shooting (Advanced operations)ShootingSelecting the shooting modeSet the mode dial to , and shoot images (page 31).• Select when shooting in a lo
89Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection), select the desired mode, and shoot images (page 3
9Basic operationsThe contents of the “Basic operations” section are the same as those in the Instruction Manual supplied. This section provides the ba
90Selecting the shooting mode• When you want finer images, set the mode dial to P, A, S, or M and use the creative style function (page 132). In such
91Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)Notes• Since the camera judges the settings automatically, many features will be unavailabl
92Selecting the shooting mode• [Sweep Panorama] or [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations:– You pan or tilt the
93Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)To set the pan or tilt directionYou can set the direction in which to pan or tilt the camer
94Selecting the shooting modeProgram Shift Program AutoThis mode is suitable forz Using the automatic exposure, while keeping the custom settings for
95Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations) Aperture PriorityThis mode is suitable forz Putting the subject in sharp focus and blur ev
96Selecting the shooting mode• The shutter speed may become slower depending on the aperture value. When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.• T
97Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)To check blurring of the background (Preview button)• Press the preview button after you ad
98Selecting the shooting mode• When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.• When shooting an indoor sport, select a higher ISO sensitivity.Notes•
99Selecting the shooting modeShooting (Advanced operations)• Press the button when you shoot with the flash. However, when using the flash, if you c
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