Page 1 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product. How to Use Before Use Preparing the camera Confirming the operation method Shooting Using shooting functions Viewing Changing settings Using Wi-Fi functions Adding applications to the product Viewing on computers...
Page 2 Precautions/This product Troubleshooting If you have problems Troubleshooting Messages Situations this product has difficulty handling List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents ILCE-5100 Help Guide ........................Before Use ............................Names of parts ........................Checking the camera and the supplied items ..............Identifying parts ......................Identifying parts Lens E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100L/ILCE-5100Y) ....................Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE- 5100Y) ..........................
Page 4 Using the touch panel ..................... Using MENU items ......................Shooting ............................Shooting still images/movies ....................Shooting still images ....................... Shooting movies ......................Selecting a shooting mode ..................... List of shooting modes ....................Intelligent Auto ........................ Superior Auto ........................About Scene Recognition ....................
Page 5 Playback zoom ....................... Image Index ........................Switching the screen display (during playback) .............. Deleting images ........................Deleting a displayed image ..................... Deleting multiple selected images .................. Playing back movies ....................... Playing back movies ....................... Viewing panoramic images ..................... Playing back panoramic images ..................
Page 6 View on TV ........................Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions ................Airplane Mode ......................... WPS Push ........................Access Point Set......................Edit Device Name ......................Disp MAC Address ......................SSID/PW Reset ......................Reset Network Set......................Adding applications to the product ....................
Page 7 Creating a movie disc ......................Disc type ......................... Selecting the disc creation method ................. Creating a disc with a device other than a computer ............Creating Blu-ray Discs ....................Precautions/This product ......................Precautions ..........................Precautions ........................On the internal rechargeable battery ................
Page 8 Memory cards ......................... Printing ........................... Others ............................. Messages ............................. Messages ..........................Warning messages ......................Situations this product has difficulty handling ................How to Use ........................... Troubleshooting ..........................TOC-6...
Page 9: Before Use
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Before Use Names of parts Icons and indicators Using the strap In-Camera guide 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 10: Preparing The Camera
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Attaching a lens Setting the date and time 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 11: Confirming The Operation Method
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 12: Shooting
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Shooting Shooting still images/movies Selecting a shooting mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 13: Using Shooting Functions
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Using shooting functions Using the zoom Using the flash Selecting a screen display mode Selecting still image size/image quality Adjusting the focus Adjusting the exposure Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen Selecting the ISO sensitivity Correcting the brightness or contrast...
Page 14 Setting the other functions of this product Shooting using the touch panel 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 15: Viewing
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Viewing Viewing still images Deleting images Playing back movies Viewing panoramic images Printing Using viewing functions Viewing images on a TV 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 16: Changing Settings
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Changing settings Setup menu 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 17 Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Controlling this product using a Smartphone Transferring images to a Smartphone Transferring images to a computer Transferring images to a TV Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 18: Adding Applications To The Product
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Adding applications to the product PlayMemories Camera Apps Installing the applications Starting the applications Managing the applications 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 19: Viewing On Computers
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment Using the software Connecting this product and a computer Creating a movie disc 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 20: Precautions/This Product
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Precautions/This product Precautions Cleaning this product Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies Using this product abroad Other information Trademarks 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 21 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 If you have problems If you have problems 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Shooting still images/movies Viewing images Wi-Fi Computers Memory cards Printing Others 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 23 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Messages Messages 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 24 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 25: Before Use
Help Guide List of Topics Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items Identifying parts Identifying parts Lens E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100L/ILCE-5100Y) Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100Y) Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen List of focus range finder frames...
Page 26 Setting the date and time Setting the date and time Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel Using the touch panel Using MENU items Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images Shooting movies Selecting a shooting mode List of shooting modes Intelligent Auto Superior Auto...
Page 27: Adjusting The Focus
Image Size (still image) Aspect Ratio (still image) Quality (still image) Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction Adjusting the focus Focus Mode Focus Area Focal plane phase detection AF Center Lock-on AF Focus-lock Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif.
Page 28: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity
Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen Self-portrait/ -timer Selecting the ISO sensitivity Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR Adjusting color tones White Balance Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Selecting an effect mode Picture Effect Creative Style...
Page 29: Shooting Using The Touch Panel
Red Eye Reduction Auto Obj. Framing (still image) SteadyShot High ISO NR (still image) Color Space (still image) Grid Line Auto Review Live View Display Release w/o Lens S. Auto Img. Extract. Shading Comp. Chro. Aber. Comp. Distortion Comp. Aperture Preview Shot.
Page 30 Protect 4K Still Image PB Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness Volume Settings Audio signals Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Tile Menu Delete confirm. Pwr Save Start Time PAL/NTSC Selector Demo Mode HDMI Resolution...
Page 31: Recommended Computer Environment
Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer Transferring images to a TV View on TV...
Page 32 “Image Data Converter” Installing “Image Data Converter” Accessing “Image Data Converter Guide” “Remote Camera Control” Installing “Remote Camera Control” Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer Importing images to the computer Disconnecting the product from the computer Creating a movie disc Disc type...
Page 33 Help Guide List of Topics Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. You cannot turn on the product. The power turns off suddenly.
Page 34: Memory Cards
The LCD screen darkens after a short period of time passed. The flash takes too long to recharge. Viewing images Images cannot be played back. The date and time are not displayed. The image cannot be deleted. The image was deleted by mistake. A DPOF mark cannot be put.
Page 35: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling
Warning messages Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 36: Names Of Parts
Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items Identifying parts Identifying parts Lens E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100L/ILCE-5100Y) Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100Y) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Icons And Indicators
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen List of focus range finder frames 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Using The Strap
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 39: In-Camera Guide
About the [In-Camera Guide] The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why. About the shooting advice Displays the shooting advice according to the selected shooting mode. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Charging The Battery Pack
Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack Supplying power using a wall outlet (wall socket) Power can be supplied to the camera during shooting/playback using an AC adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately). Removing the battery pack How to remove the battery pack 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 41: Inserting A Memory Card (Sold Separately)
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Inserting a memory card How to insert a memory card Removing the memory card How to remove the memory card 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 42: Attaching A Lens
Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you remove the lens. Attaching the lens hood We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image. Notes on changing the lens 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 43 Setting the date and time Setting the date and time When you turn on the camera for the first time or after you have initialized the functions, the setting screen for the date and time appears. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 44: Confirming The Operation Method
(Touch Focus). You can also use the [Touch Shutter] function with [Self-portrait/ -timer] shooting. Using MENU items In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and operation methods. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Shooting Still Images/Movies
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images Shoots still images. Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Selecting a shooting mode List of shooting modes You can select a desired shooting mode. Intelligent Auto The product analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically.
Page 47 You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. BULB You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Movie You can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for recording movies. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: Using The Zoom
Zoom Setting You can select the zoom setting of the product. About zoom scale The zoom scale that is used in combination with the zoom of the lens changes according to the selected image size. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: Using The Flash
Flash Mode You can set the flash mode. Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 50: Selecting A Screen Display Mode
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) You can change the display contents on the screen. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 51: Selecting Still Image Size/Image Quality
Sets the aspect ratio of still images. Quality (still image) Selects the compression format of still images. Panorama: Size Sets the image size when shooting panoramic images. Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 52: Adjusting The Focus
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Adjusting the focus Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. Focal plane phase detection AF When there are focal plane phase detection AF points within the auto focus area, the product uses the combined autofocus of the focal plane phase detection AF and contrast AF.
Page 53 Set the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [MF Assist] or [Focus Magnifier] function. Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting.
Page 54: Adjusting The Exposure
The zebra pattern will appear over the part of an image if the brightness level exceeds the IRE that you set. Exposure Set. Guide You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Selecting A Drive Mode (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)
Shoots three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings of white balance, color temperature and color filter. DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 56: Taking Pictures Of Yourself By Monitoring The Screen
How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen Self-portrait/ -timer You can change the angle of the LCD screen and shoot images while monitoring the image on the screen. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Selecting the ISO sensitivity Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 58: Correcting The Brightness Or Contrast
Auto HDR Widens the range (gradation) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts with correct brightness (HDR: High Dynamic Range). 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 59: Adjusting Color Tones
Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 60: Selecting An Effect Mode
Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the product adjusts the exposure. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 61: Recording Movies
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Recording movies Movie recording formats You can use the movie recording format "XAVC S" with this camera. File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. Dual Video REC Allows you to simultaneously record an XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie.
Page 62: Customizing The Shooting Functions For Convenient Use
Function of the ? button Once you assign a function to the ? (question mark) button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the ? (question mark) button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 63: Setting The Other Functions Of This Product
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [Photo Creativity] is a mode that allows you to operate the camera intuitively with a different screen display. Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically.
Page 64 High ISO NR (still image) When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when the product sensitivity is high. Color Space (still image) The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image.
Page 65: Shooting Using The Touch Panel
The product automatically focuses on the subject you touch on the monitor when shooting still images. Adjusting the focus using touch operation (Touch Focus) (movie) The product automatically focuses on the subject you touch on the monitor when shooting movies. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 66: Playback Zoom
Plays back the recorded images. Playback zoom Enlarges the image being played back. Image Index You can display multiple images at the same time in playback mode. Switching the screen display (during playback) Switches the screen display. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: Deleting Images
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Deleting images Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple selected images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 68: Playing Back Movies
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Playing back movies Playing back movies Plays back the recorded movies. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Viewing Panoramic Images
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images The product automatically scrolls a panoramic image from end to end. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: Printing
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Printing Specify Printing You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Using Viewing Functions
Automatically plays back images continuously. Rotate Rotates a recorded still image counter-clockwise. Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. 4K Still Image PB Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 72: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote Control. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 73: Setup Menu
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Setup menu Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the screen. Volume Settings Adjusts the sound volume. Audio signals Selects whether the product produces a sound or not. Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available).
Page 74 CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product by aiming the TV remote control at the TV. HDMI Info. Display Selects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
Page 75 Version Displays the software version of this product, lens and Mount Adaptor. Certification Logo (Overseas model only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Connecting This Product And A Smartphone
Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: Controlling This Product Using A Smartphone
You can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this product, and shoot still images/movies. One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone with one touch, without performing a complex setup operation. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: Transferring Images To A Smartphone
Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 79: Transferring Images To A Computer
Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer You can transfer images stored in the product to a computer connected to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router and easily make backup copies using this operation. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 80: Transferring Images To A Tv
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Transferring images to a TV View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Changing The Settings Of Wi-Fi Functions
This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] and [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information. Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: Playmemories Camera Apps
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 PlayMemories Camera Apps PlayMemories Camera Apps Recommended computer environment 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: Installing The Applications
You can open a service account, which is required to download applications. Downloading applications You can download applications using your computer. Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Starting The Applications
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application Launch an application that has been downloaded from the application download website PlayMemories Camera Apps. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 85: Managing The Applications
You can change the order in which added applications are displayed on this product. Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 86: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 87: Using The Software
PlayMemories Home Installing PlayMemories Home Software for Mac computers “Image Data Converter” Installing “Image Data Converter” Accessing “Image Data Converter Guide” “Remote Camera Control” Installing “Remote Camera Control” Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 88: Connecting This Product And A Computer
Connecting the product to a computer Importing images to the computer PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. Disconnecting the product from the computer Disconnects the USB connection between this product and the computer. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: Creating A Movie Disc
Creating a disc with a device other than a computer You can also create discs using a Blu-ray recorder, etc. Creating Blu-ray Discs You can create Blu-ray Discs from AVCHD movies imported to a computer. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 90: Precautions
This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or whether the battery pack is charged or discharged. Notes on the battery pack Charging the battery pack Memory card 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 91: Cleaning This Product
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Cleaning this product On cleaning Cleaning the image sensor Follow the steps below to clean the image sensor. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 92: Number Of Recordable Still Images And Recordable Time Of Movies
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Recordable time of movies 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 93: Using This Product Abroad
You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC and 50 Hz/60 Hz. On TV color systems To view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use the same color television system. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 94: Other Information
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Other information Mount Adaptor LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor AVCHD format License 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 95: Trademarks
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Trademarks Trademarks 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 96: If You Have Problems
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 If you have problems Troubleshooting 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 97: Battery Pack And Power
The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level. The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack. The battery pack inserted in the camera is not charging. The battery pack is not charged. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 98: Shooting Still Images/Movies
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Shooting still images/movies You cannot record images. Recording takes a long time. The image is out of focus. Zoom does not work. The flash does not work. Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen.
Page 99 The image is whitish (Flare)./Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). The corners of the picture are too dark. The image is blurred. The LCD screen darkens after a short period of time passed. The flash takes too long to recharge. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 100: Viewing Images
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Viewing images Images cannot be played back. The date and time are not displayed. The image cannot be deleted. The image was deleted by mistake. A DPOF mark cannot be put. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 101: Wi-Fi
[Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. You cannot use One-Touch connection (NFC). 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 102: Computers
The computer does not recognize this product. You cannot import images. The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 103: Memory Cards
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 104: Printing
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Printing You cannot print images. The color of the image is strange. Images are printed with both edges cut off. You cannot print images with the date. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 105: Others
The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two images at a time. The product does not work properly. “--E-” appears on the screen. The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all. You cannot perform touch operations. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 106: Messages
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Messages Warning messages 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 107: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 108: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Checking the camera and the supplied items First check the model name of your camera. The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Supplied with all models: Camera (1) NP-FW50 Rechargeable battery pack (1)
Page 109 ILCE-5100Y E16-50 mm zoom lens (1) (Attached on the camera)/Front lens cap (1) (Attached on the lens) E55-210 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 110: Identifying Parts
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Identifying parts When the lens is removed 1. Shutter button 2. ON/OFF (Power) switch 3. Hook for shoulder strap (N mark) Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology.
Page 111 11. Lens release button 12. Mount 13. Image sensor** 14. Lens contacts** Do not cover this part during movie recording. Do not touch this part directly. 1. Monitor/Touch panel You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. (Flash pop-up) button 3.
Page 112 13. Charge lamp 14. Memory card slot 15. HDMI micro jack For details on compatible accessories for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 1. Battery cover 2. Battery lock lever 3.
Page 113: Identifying Parts Lens E Pz 16–50 Mm F3.5–5.6 Oss (Supplied With Ilce-5100L/Ilce-5100Y)
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Identifying parts Lens E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100L/ILCE-5100Y) 1. Zooming/Focusing ring 2. Zooming lever 3. Mounting index 4. Lens contacts* Do not touch this part directly. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 114: Identifying Parts Lens E 55-210 Mm F4.5-6.3 Oss (Supplied With Ilce 5100Y)
Identifying parts Lens E 55-210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-5100Y) 1. Focusing ring 2. Zooming ring 3. Focal-length scale 4. Focal-length index 5. Lens contacts* 6. Mounting index Do not touch this part directly. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 115: List Of Icons On The Screen
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. List of shooting mode icons List of viewing mode icons P P* A S M Shooting mode...
Page 116 Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 24M / 20M / 12M / 10M / 6.0M / 5.1M Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Image size of movies NFC is activated Remaining battery...
Page 117 Overheating warning Database file full/Database file error Setting Effect OFF Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom Spot metering area View Mode 100-0003 Folder-File number Recording mode of movies Protect DPOF DPOF set Dual Video REC PC Remote Touch shutter icon Touch operation is enabled Touch focus OFF Drive mode...
Page 118 Flash mode/Red-eye reduction ±0.0 Flash compensation Focus mode Focus area 7500K A5 G5 White balance DRO/Auto HDR Smile/Face Detect. Creative Style Soft Skin Effect Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator Switch Shoot Mode Guide display for switching the shooting mode Lock-on AF Guide display for center button Lock-on AF REC 0:12...
Page 119 Metered Manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2014-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: List Of Focus Range Finder Frames
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 List of focus range finder frames The focus range finder frame differs as follows depending on the shooting mode. When using contrast AF or focal plane phase detection AF mode When using focal plane phase detection AF mode When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], and if you aim at a moving subject, the focus range finder frame may be displayed as above.
Page 121 When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focus area frame is shown by the dotted line. The AF operates with priority on and around the center area. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Using The Shoulder Strap
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach both ends of the strap. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 123: About The [In-Camera Guide]
The operation guide for the MENU item you have selected in step 2 is displayed. If you press the on the center of the control wheel after selecting an item shown in gray, the reason the item cannot be set is displayed. Related Topic Custom Key Settings 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: About The Shooting Advice
The shooting advice is displayed. You can scroll the screen by pressing the up/down side of the control wheel. Hint To view all the shooting advice, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shooting Tip List]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery pack. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little, even if you do not use it.
Page 126 Doing so may cause a deterioration in 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, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). Related Topic...
Page 127: Charging By Connecting To A Computer
No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified computer. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Charging the battery pack 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 128: Inserting The Battery Pack Into The Camera
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Inserting the battery pack into the camera How to insert the battery pack into the camera 1. Slide the open lever to open the battery cover. 2. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. 3.
Page 130: Battery Life And The Number Of Images That Can Be Recorded/Played Back Using A Battery Pack
The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using the lens E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately) [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual][±0] The number for "Shooting (still images)" is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 131: Supplying Power Using A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)
Power is not supplied during shooting/playback if the camera is connected to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the supplied AC adaptor. To supply power to the camera during shooting/playback, use the AC-PW20 AC adaptor (sold separately). 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 132: Removing The Battery Pack
How to remove the battery pack 1. Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera. 2. Slide lock lever (A) and remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 133: Inserting A Memory Card
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Inserting a memory card How to insert a memory card 1. Slide the memory card cover to open it. 2. Insert the memory card. Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.
Page 134 Related Topic Memory card 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 135: Removing The Memory Card
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Removing the memory card How to remove the memory card 1. Open the memory card cover. 2. Make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit. 3. Push in on the memory card once to remove it. 4.
Page 136 Related Topic Memory card 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 137: Attaching A Lens
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Attaching a lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before attaching the lens. 1. Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens. When changing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.
Page 138 When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment. Related Topic Attaching the lens hood 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 139: Removing The Lens
1. Keep pressing the lens release button (A) and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. 2. Attach the lens caps to the front and rear of the lens and the body cap to the camera. Remove any dust from the caps before attaching them. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 140: Attaching The Lens Hood
Remove the lens hood when using the flash. Otherwise, the lens hood blocks the flash light and may appear as a shadow on the image. To store the lens hood after shooting, attach the lens hood to the lens backward. Related Topic Attaching a lens 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 141: Notes On Changing The Lens
The camera's image sensor is coated with an anti-dust coating to prevent dust from adhering to it. However, always make sure to attach/remove the lens quickly, away from dusty locations. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 142: Setting The Date And Time
PlayMemories Home. If the date and time setting is cancelled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera. Related Topic Date/Time Setup Area Setting 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 143: Using 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 Function of the center button Function of the left button Function of the right button Function of the down button 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 144: Using The Touch Panel
Shooting still images using touch operation (Touch Shutter) Taking pictures of yourself using touch operation (Self-portrait/ -timer) Adjusting the focus using touch operation (Touch Focus) (still image) Adjusting the focus using touch operation (Touch Focus) (movie) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: Using Menu Items
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Using MENU items In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and operation methods. 1. Press MENU button to display the Menu screen. 2.
Page 146 4. Select the desired setting value, and press to confirm. Related Topic Tile Menu 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 147: Shooting Still Images
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Shooting still images Shoots still images. 1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto). If another function is assigned to the center button, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode] → [Intelligent Auto].
Page 148 The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. There is a flashing light. The subject is backlit. Continuously repetitive pattern, such as the appearance of a building. Related Topic Zoom Playing back images Intelligent Auto 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 149: Shooting Movies
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button. 1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. 2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie).
Page 150: List Of Shooting Modes
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 List of shooting modes You can select a desired shooting mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode] → desired setting. Available functions (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted automatically. (Superior Auto): Allows you to shoot still images in higher quality than with Intelligent Auto mode.
Page 151 Shutter Priority Aperture Priority Manual Exposure Movie 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 152: Intelligent Auto
The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize these scenes under some shooting conditions. Related Topic About Scene Recognition 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 153: Superior Auto
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically. The product may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., using more shooting settings than in Intelligent Auto mode to record higher quality images.
Page 154: About Scene Recognition
Cont. Shooting, Slow Sync., Auto HDR, Daylight Sync., Slow Shutter, Hand-held Twilight Note When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait], [Night Portrait] and [Infant] scenes are not recognized. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 155: The Advantages Of Automatic Shooting
In [Intelligent Auto] mode, you may not be able to shoot dark scenes or back-lit subjects clearly. In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the product creates a composite image. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto Program Auto 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 156: Program Auto
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 (F value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 157: Sweep Panorama
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode] → [Sweep Panorama]. 2. Point the camera at the subject. 3.
Page 158 When the camera is panned too fast or too slow. The subject is too blurry. Hint You can turn the control wheel on the shooting screen to select the shooting direction. Related Topic Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 159: Scene Selection
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode]→[Scene Selection] → desired mode. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly. Sports Action: Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still.
Page 160: Night Scene
Sunset: Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise.
Page 161 Hint To change the scene, rotate the control wheel on the shooting screen and select a new scene. Related Topic Using flash 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 162: Shutter Priority
When a faster shutter speed is used, moving subjects, such as a running person, cars, or sea spray come out as if they are frozen in their movements. When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to create a more natural and dynamic image. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 163: Aperture Priority
(depth of field becomes shallower). Larger F-value (narrowing down the aperture) widens the range that is in focus. This allows you to shoot the depth of the scenery (depth of field becomes deeper). 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 164: Manual Exposure
When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. (SteadyShot warning) indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: Bulb
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 BULB You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 166: Movie
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 Shooting movies 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 167 When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 168 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature. (1) Optical zoom range Zoom images in the zoom range of a lens.
Page 169 Zoom Zoom Setting About zoom scale 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 170 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 features available with this product About zoom scale 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 171 Image Size] : L 2×, M 2.8×, S 4× [Zoom Setting] : [On:Digital Zoom] Image Size] : L 4×, M 5.7×, S 8× Related Topic Zoom The zoom features available with this product Image Size (still image) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 172 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Using flash In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to prevent camera-shake. When shooting against the sun, use the flash to lighten the image of the backlit subject. 1.
Page 173: Flash Mode
Flash Mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 174: Flash Off
Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Available flash mode depends on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 The higher flash effect may not be visible 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 may not be visible. Related Topic Using flash 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 176 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Switching the screen display (Shooting) You can change the display contents on the screen. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes as follows: Graphic Display →...
Page 177 To hide the grid lines displayed during still image shooting, select MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Grid Line] → [Off]. To hide the marker displayed during movie recording, select MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Marker Display] → [Off]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 178 M: 10M 4240×2400 pixels S: 5.1M 3008×1688 pixels Note When [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image size for RAW images corresponds to [L]. Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 179 Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2 (default setting): Suitable for standard prints. 16:9: For viewing on a high-definition TV. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 180 Note If images are not to be modified using your computer, we recommend that you record images in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration to RAW format images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 181 (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Size] → desired setting. Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 Related Topic Sweep Panorama Panorama: Direction 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom. Related Topic Sweep Panorama 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 183: Manual Focus
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus when the focus adjustment is achieved. Use [Single-shot AF] when the subject is motionless.
Page 184 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide: Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image.
Page 185 When [ AF Illuminator] is [Auto] and [Focus Area] is [Wide] or [Zone], an AF range finder frame may be shown by the dotted line. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 186 Also, even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens, the focal plane phase detection AF might not function unless you update the lens. When you attach an A-mount lens (sold separately) with the Mount Adaptor (sold separately), you cannot use the focal plane phase detection AF of this product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Center Lock-on AF When you press the center button, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 188 The focus is locked. 3. Keep pressing the shutter button halfway down, and place the subject back in the original position to re-compose the shot. 4. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 2. Rotate the focus ring to achieve sharp focus. When you rotate the focus ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 3. Press the shutter button fully down to take the picture. Related Topic MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnifier 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 190 3. Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring to achieve a sharper focus. When you rotate the focus ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 191 MF Assist] is available only when E-mount lens is attached. Hint You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 192 The [Focus Magnifier] function will be released after shooting. You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Focus Magnif. Time]. Related Topic MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnif. Time 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 193 2 Sec (default setting): 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 MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnifier 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 194 Since the product determines that sharp areas are in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and shooting conditions. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the product is connected using an HDMI cable. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Color 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 195 (Custom Settings) → [Peaking Color] → desired setting. Menu item details Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Peaking Level 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 196 On (default setting): 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 197 Switches the focusing 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]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 198 When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the AF range finder frame is indicated by a dotted line. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 199 If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses, the registered settings for Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens. You cannot set [AF Micro Adj.] individually for a Sony, Minolta, and Konica-Minolta lens of the same specification.
Page 200 Note When [Focus Area] is [Center] or [Flexible Spot], the frames in the focus area that is in focus turn green, regardless of the [Disp. cont. AF area] settings. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 201 2. Press the key to which you have assigned the [AF On] function while auto-focus shooting. Note You cannot set the [AF On] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Custom Key Settings 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Eye AF The camera focuses on the subject's eyes while you keep the button pressed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → assign the [Eye AF] function to the desired button. 2.
Page 203 Sets the AF drive speed to normal. Slow: Sets the AF drive speed to slow. With this mode, the focus switches smoothly when the subject to be focused is changed. This mode is useful for shooting impressive images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 204 Sets the AF Track Duration to normal. This mode is useful when you want to keep the focus on a certain subject when there are some obstacles in front of the subject or in crowded places. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 205 The image sensor is the part that converts the light source to a digital signal. Note 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 product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 206 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. When you use [Manual Exposure], you can compensate for the exposure only when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. Related Topic Exp.comp.set 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 207 Measures only the central area (Spot metering). This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background. Note [Multi] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Zoom functions other than optical zoom 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 208 If you select the[AEL hold] function in [Custom Key Settings], you can lock the exposure as long as you are holding down the AEL button. The [AEL hold] function cannot be assigned to the [Left Button], [Right Button], and [Down Button]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 209 When [AEL toggle] is assigned to any key using [Custom Key Settings], operation using the key will be given priority over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 210 Menu item details Ambient&flash (default setting): 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 211 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zebra] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+: Adjusts the brightness level. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed during HDMI connection. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 212 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. On (default setting): Displays the guide. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 213: Single Bracket
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Single Shooting (default setting): Shoots one still image.
Page 214 Set [Focus Mode] to [Continuous AF] or [Automatic AF]. Set [ AEL w/ shutter] to [Off] or [Auto]. Related Topic Focus Mode AEL w/ shutter (still image) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 215 Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. This reduces the camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button. Hint Press the button of the control wheel to end the self-timer. Press the button and select (Single Shooting) of the control wheel to release the self-timer. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 216 Self-timer(Cont.): 10 Sec. 5 Img.: Shoots five frames in succession 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates after 10 seconds. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 217 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording.
Page 218 When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 219 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Single Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. Press the shutter button for each image. You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. 1.
Page 220 When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 221 Records a series of three images with small changes in the white balance. White Balance Bracket: Hi: Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 222 Records a series of three images with small changes in the D-Range Optimizer value. DRO Bracket: Hi: Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 223 The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 224 When shooting movies, ISO values between ISO 100 and ISO 12800 are available. If the ISO value is set to larger value than ISO 12800, the setting is automatically switched to ISO 12800. When you finished the movie recording, the ISO value returns to the original setting. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 225 Blur] is selected in [Scene Selection]. The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when other modes are selected in [Scene Selection]. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the product has detected a problem, is displayed on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again as necessary, paying attention to the contrast or blur. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 227 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression. 1.
Page 228: Custom Setup
When you press the right button again, the fine adjustment screen appears to allow you perform fine adjustments as required. Note [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] Related Topic Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 229 If you register this value, the indicator turns orange on the recording information display. You can shoot at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to get a more accurate white balance value. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 230 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Disables the [Picture Effect] function.
Page 231 If necessary, change the composition or otherwise adjust the settings, be careful of blurring, and shoot again. [Picture Effect] cannot be set when [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 232 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the product adjusts the exposure. 1.
Page 233 Note [Standard] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] When [Creative Style] is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 234 The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of the data processed within a given length of time. Average Maximum Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 235 Records mp4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for WEB uploads, e-mail attachments, etc. Audio: AAC You cannot create a disc using the software PlayMemories Home with a movie that was recorded when [ File Format] was set to [MP4]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 236 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Record Setting] →...
Page 237 60i 24M(FX)*: 50i 24M(FX)**: Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). Bit-rate: Approx. 24 Mbps (Max.) 60i 17M(FH) (default setting)*: 50i 17M(FH) (default setting)**: Records standard image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). Bit-rate: Approx. 17 Mbps (Avg.) 60p 28M(PS)*: 50p 28M(PS)**: Records the highest image quality movies of 1920 ×...
Page 238 File Format] is set to [MP4], the [Dual Video REC] function is set to [Off]. If you select [Date View] in [View Mode] when playing back movies, XAVC S movies and MP4 movies, or AVCHD movies and MP4 movies are displayed side-by-side. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) View Mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 239 Markers are displayed. The markers are not recorded on the medium. Off (default setting): No marker is displayed. Note You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the screen. (You cannot output the markers.) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 240 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. Off (default setting) / On Hint You can display all the markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 241 (Camera Settings) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. Note The noise of the lens and the product in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 242 Reduces wind noise. Off (default setting): 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 243 Auto Slow Shut.]. 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 Shut.] does not function in the following situations: When [Movie] in shooting mode is set to [Shutter Priority] or [Manual Exposure]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 244 Always (default setting): Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] mode. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 245 Some functions cannot be assigned to certain keys. Related Topic Function of the center button Function of the left button Function of the right button Function of the down button Function of the ? button 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 246 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Center Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 247 Once you assign a function to the left button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the left button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Left Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 248 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Right Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 249 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [Down Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 250 (question mark) button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → [ button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen of the product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 251: Picture Effect
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Photo Creativity [Photo Creativity] is a mode that allows you to operate the camera intuitively with a different screen display. When the shooting mode is set to (Intelligent Auto) or (Superior Auto), you can change the settings easily and shoot images.
Page 252 When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto], and you use [Photo Creativity], the product does not perform the overlay processing of images. Related Topic Picture Effect 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 253 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the Face Detection function.
Page 254 Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected. The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. If the product cannot detect a face, set the Smile Detection Sensitivity. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 255 Soft Skin Effect] function. Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Note Soft Skin Effect] is not available for RAW images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 256 Up to eight faces can be registered. 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. 2. Select a face to change the order of priority. 3. Select the destination. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 258 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even 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]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 259 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 260 Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition. Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 261 We recommend that you set [SteadyShot] to [Off] when using a tripod. Note You cannot set [SteadyShot] when you are using an A-mount lens (sold separately), or when the name of the attached lens does not contain the letters “OSS,” such as “E16mm F2.8.” 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 262 High ISO NR] is not available in the following situations: When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto] or [Sweep Panorama]. [Scene Selection] High ISO NR] is not available for RAW images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 263 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on this product or non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images are displayed with low saturation. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 264 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off (default setting): Does not display the grid line. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 265 When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Switching the screen display (during playback) Playback zoom 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 266 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 View Display will be displayed brightly, so that you can easily check the composition. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 268 Even if you set [S. Auto Img. Extract.] to [Off] with [Hand-held Twilight] selected as the scene recognition mode, one combined image is saved. When the [ Auto Obj. Framing] function is activated, two images are saved even if you set [S. Auto Img. Extract.] to [Auto]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 269 Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note The [Shading Comp.] function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. The amount of light around the edges may not be corrected, depending on the lens type. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 270 (Custom Settings) → [Lens Comp.] → [Chro. Aber. Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Reduces the color deviation automatically. Off: Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note The [Chro. Aber. Comp.] function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 271 Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note The [Distortion Comp.] function is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 272 Although 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. Note You cannot set the [Aperture Preview] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Custom Key Settings Shot. Result Preview 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 273 Note You cannot set the [Shot. Result Preview] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Custom Key Settings Aperture Preview 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 274 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Shooting still images using touch operation (Touch Shutter) The product automatically focuses on the point you touch and takes a still picture. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Touch Shoot. Set.] → [Touch Shutter] 2.
Page 275 Cont. Shooting Scene Selection Cont. Bracket 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 276 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Taking pictures of yourself using touch operation (Self-portrait/ -timer) You can change the angle of the monitor and shoot a self-portrait while watching the monitor. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Self-portrait/ -timer] → [On] 2.
Page 277 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Adjusting the focus using touch operation (Touch Focus) (still image) The product automatically focuses on the subject you touch on the monitor when shooting still images. Specifying the desired focus point (Touch Focus) A frame appears around the point you touched, and when you press the shutter button halfway down the product adjusts the focus within that frame.
Page 278 When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter] While using Digital Zoom You cannot shoot images using [Touch Focus] with applications downloaded from the website. Related Topic Focus Mode Center Lock-on AF Focus Magnifier 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 279 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Adjusting the focus using touch operation (Touch Focus) (movie) The product automatically focuses on the subject you touch on the monitor when shooting movies. Tracking and focusing on the touched subject (Lock-on AF) The product continuously tracks a designated moving subject.
Page 280 Center Lock-on AF Focus Magnifier 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 281: Playing Back Images
To play back images shot using other devices, register those images to the image database file using MENU → [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. Related Topic Recover Image DB 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 282 3. Press the MENU button, or in the center of the control wheel to exit the playback zoom. Hint You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU. Note You cannot enlarge movies. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 283 While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing in the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic View Mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 284 The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Note The histogram is not displayed in the following situations: During movie playback During scrolling playback of panoramic images During slideshows During Folder View (MP4) During AVCHD View During XAVC S View 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 285 1. Display the image you want to delete. 2. Press the (Delete) button. 3. Select [Delete] using the control wheel, then press on the center of the control wheel. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 286 Deletes all images in the selected date range. Hint Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 287 : Displays the previous frame : Sound volume adjustment : Closes the operation panel Hint “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause. Related Topic View Mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 288 To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU button. Note Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 289 You can set whether to print the date on images registered with DPOF marks. Select [On] or [Off] → [Enter] in [Date Imprint]. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: Movies RAW images 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 290 Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S View: Displays only XAVC S-format movies. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 291 Menu items details Manual (default setting): The image is displayed according to the orientation information of the image. You can rotate the image using the rotation function. Off: Always displays in landscape orientation. Related Topic Rotate 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 292 To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU button to quit the slideshow. You cannot pause the slideshow. Hint You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 293 You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 294 Cancels the protection of all images in the selected folder. Cancel All with this date: Cancels the protection of all images in the selected date range. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 295: K Still Image Pb
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 4K Still Image PB Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 1. Turn off this product and the TV. 2. Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 3.
Page 296 Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 297 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. Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV.
Page 298 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote Control. 1.
Page 300 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 301 Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 302 (Setup) → [Audio signals] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 303 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot. 1.
Page 304 This product does not support Eye-Fi “Endless Memory Mode.” Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure that “Endless Memory Mode” is turned off. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 305 Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 306 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as the default setting on the delete confirmation screen. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first (default setting): [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 307 Note Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time. The power save function is not activated during playing back slideshow or recording movies, or when connected to a computer. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 308 When you record using the NTSC system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When the NTSC mode is selected, the “Running on NTSC.” message always appears on the start-up screen each time you turn the product on. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 Even if [On] is selected, the product does not start a demonstration if there is no movie file on the memory card. When [On] is selected, the product does not switch to power save mode. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 310 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] or [1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 311 On (default setting): You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 312 (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Info. Display] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Displays the shooting information of the played back image. Off: Does not display the shooting information of the played back image. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 313: Mass Storage
If Device Stage* is not displayed with Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connection] to [Auto]. * Device Stage is a menu screen used to manage connected devices, such as a camera (Function of Windows 7 or Windows 8). 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 314 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi (default setting): Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 315 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 316: Daylight Savings
Sets the date and time again. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 317 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 318 Save valuable data on a computer, etc. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Format]. Note Formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 319 The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with “0001.” (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 320 You can change the folder on the memory card where still images and MP4 movies are to be recorded. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 321 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. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 322 Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10040405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2014) Note The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01”. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 323 If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 324 How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies and the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 325 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Version Displays the software version of this product, lens and Mount Adaptor. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 326 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Certification Logo (Overseas model only) Displays some of the certification logos for this product. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Certification Logo]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 327 When you perform [Initialize], downloaded applications on the product may be uninstalled. To use these applications again, re-install them. The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 328 Download and install the application PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). 4-543-698-11(1)
Page 329 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Connecting an Android smartphone to this product 1. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. 2. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx). 3. Input the password that is displayed on this product. The smartphone is connected to the product.
Page 330 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad. 2. Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product.
Page 331 4. Return to the “Home” screen and launch PlayMemories Mobile. Related Topic Smart Remote Embedded 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 332: Calling Up An Application Using [One-Touch(Nfc)]
When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch. Exit PlayMemories Mobile without performing an operation. If you do not exit PlayMemories Mobile, the smartphone stays in standby connection status. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 333 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Smart Remote Embedded You can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this product, and shoot still images/movies. Still images/movies shot via remote control are sent to the smartphone from the product. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
Page 334 Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice. Related Topic Connecting an Android smartphone to this product Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad PlayMemories Mobile 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 335 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone with one touch, without performing a complex setup operation. 1. Activate the NFC function of the smartphone. 2.
Page 336 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and 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 Airplane Mode Smart Remote Embedded 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 337 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. 2.
Page 338 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Connecting an Android smartphone to this product Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad PlayMemories Mobile 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 339 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. For movies, you can only transfer MP4 movies recorded with File Format] set to [MP4].
Page 340 You cannot send AVCHD format movies. You cannot send XAVC S format movies. Related Topic Connecting an Android smartphone to this product Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad Airplane Mode Send to Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home WPS Push Access Point Set. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 342: Slideshow Settings
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Page 343 If you connect TV and this product and do not use Wi-Fi Direct, you need to register your access point first. Displaying the images on the TV may take time. Movies cannot be shown on a TV via Wi-Fi. Use an HDMI cable (sold separately). Related Topic WPS Push Access Point Set. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 344 When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all Wi-Fi functions temporarily. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 345 If that happens, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Access Point Set. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 346 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 347 How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. 1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2. Switch character types Each time you press on the center of the control wheel, the character type switches among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols.
Page 348 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Edit Device Name]. 2. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK]. For input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.” Related Topic WPS Push Access Point Set. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 349 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of this product. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Disp MAC Address]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 350 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK]. Note If you connect this product to the smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 351 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 352 You can use various effects for shooting images. You can upload images to network services directly from the product. Press MENU → (Application) → [Introduction] for information about the service and available countries and regions. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 353 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Recommended computer environment For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, use to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website (www.sony.net/pmca/) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 354 You can open a service account, which is required to download applications. 1. Access the application download website. http://www.sony.net/pmca/ 2. Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 355 2. Select the desired application and download the application to the product following the instructions on the screen. Connect the computer and the product using the micro USB cable (supplied), following the instructions on the screen. Related Topic Opening a service account 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 356 Acquire a service account in advance. Note When the IP address setting of this product is [Manual], you cannot download an application. Set [IP Address Setting] to [Auto]. Related Topic Access Point Set. Opening a service account 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 357 Assign [Download Appli.] and [Application List] to the custom key. You can launch the applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed. Related Topic Custom Key Settings 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 358 (Application) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Manage and Remove]. 2. Select the application to be uninstalled. 3. Select to uninstall the application. The uninstalled application can be re-installed. For details, see the application download website. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 359 You can change the order in which added applications are displayed on this product. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Sort]. 2. Select the application of which you want to change the order. 3. Select the destination. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 360 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Display Account Information].
Page 361: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: www.sony.net/pcenv/ 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 362 For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. An Internet connection is required to use PlayMemories Online or other network services. PlayMemories Online or other network services may not be available in some countries or regions. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 363 It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only).
Page 364 Fi function. Download “Wireless Auto Import” from the URL above, and install it on your Mac computer. For details, see Help for “Wireless Auto Import.” Note The software that can be used varies depending on the region. Related Topic Send to Computer 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 365 You can either save the still image as RAW format or save it in the general file format. You can display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images recorded by this product. You can rank images in five grades. You can apply color labels. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 366 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Installing “Image Data Converter” 1. Download and install the software by accessing the following URL (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Note Log on as Administrator. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 367 Finder → [Applications] → [Image Data Converter] → [Image Data Converter Ver.4], and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Image Data Converter Guide]. For details on operation, you can also refer to the “Image Data Converter” support page (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 368 Recording images directly to the computer. Performing interval timer shooting. Use these functions after selecting MENU → (Setup) → [USB Connection] → [PC Remote]. For details on how to use “Remote Camera Control,” refer to the Help. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 369 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Installing “Remote Camera Control” Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 370 For Windows 8, start [Remote Camera Control], and right-click the title bar to select [Remote Camera Control Help]. Mac: Finder → [Applications] → [Remote Camera Control], and select [Help] from the menu bar → [Remote Camera Control Help]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 371 1. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the product, or connect it to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC Adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately). 2. Turn on the product and the computer. 3. Connect the product and your computer using the micro USB cable (supplied) (A) . Related Topic USB Connection USB LUN Setting 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 372 Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 373 For Mac computers, drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon in the “Trash” icon. The product is disconnected from the computer. For Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnect icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip steps 1 and 2 above. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 374 (HD) disc is created. You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray Disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players.
Page 375 Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) Writable movie format: PS, FX, FH Player: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) Writable movie format: PS*, FX*, FH Player: AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.)
Page 376 AVCHD format Ver. 2.0. For details on how to create a disc, refer to the operating instructions of the device you use. Movies recorded with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S] cannot be copied to discs. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 377 To install, your computer must be connected to the Internet. For detailed operations, see the Help of PlayMemories Home. Note To play back a Blu-ray Disc that was created using movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], you must use a device that is compliant with AVCHD format Ver. 2.0. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 378 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Precautions Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection. When the memory card is removed or the product is turned off during a read or write operation. When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Page 379 reached 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. On the functions available with the product This manual describes the functions of 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices.
Page 380 Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to perform the following operation to protect private information. Perform [Setting Reset] to reset all the settings. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 381 Insert a charged battery pack into the product, or connect the product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 382 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Notes on the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images.
Page 383 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 varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 384: Charging The Battery Pack
The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's Charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.
Page 385 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Memory card Memory card Card Type Indications in Help Guide Memory Stick PRO Duo media (Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media/Memory Stick PRO Duo media/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media) SD card (SD memory card/SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card) Memory Stick PRO Duo media and SD cards up to 64 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this product.
Page 386 Adaptor as large as Duo size. If you insert a Memory Stick Micro media into the product without an M2 Adaptor as large as Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the product. Do not leave the Memory Stick Micro media within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 387 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 On cleaning Cleaning the lens and flash Wipe the lens and flash with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust with a commercially available blower.
Page 388 When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow on the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged. If the dust remains even after you have performed cleaning as described, consult your service facility. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 389 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Number of still images The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. Image Size]: [L: 24M] When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]* Standard 2GB: 330 images 4GB: 660 images...
Page 390 Even if the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “9999” indicator appears. When an image shot with other products is played back on this product, the image may not appear in the actual image size. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 391 Help Guide How to Use Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Recordable time of movies The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times which can be recorded on the memory card that is formatted with this product. These numbers are the total times of all movie files on the memory card. The recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.
Page 392 4GB: 20 m 8GB: 40 m 16GB: 1 h 30 m 32GB: 3 h 64GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 5 m 64GB: 8 h 15 m 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS) 2GB: 9 m...
Page 393: Notes On Continuous Movie Recording
If the camera stops recording due to the temperature, leave it for several minutes with the power turned off. Start recording after the temperature inside the camera drops fully. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 394 You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC and 50 Hz/60 Hz. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 395 Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Rumania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc. PAL-M system: Brazil PAL-N system: Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system: Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 396 For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Mount Adaptor. Note You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor 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.
Page 397 When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. (Approximately two to seven seconds slower (for shooting based on the Sony measurement conditions). This may vary depending on conditions such as subject and brightness during shooting.) When using a Mount Adaptor, the Auto Focus does not work in movie mode.
Page 398 The product automatically selects a focus area from among 15 areas. Center: The product uses the focus area located in the center area exclusively. Flexible Spot: You can select a focus area from 15 areas using the control wheel. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 399 When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. (Approximately two to seven seconds slower (for shooting based on the Sony measurement conditions). This may vary depending on conditions such as subject and brightness during shooting.).
Page 400 The product automatically selects a focus area from among 15 areas. Center: The product uses the focus area located in the center area exclusively. Flexible Spot: You can select a focus area from 15 areas using the control wheel. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 401 As the AVCHD format uses compression coding technology, the picture may be unstable in scenes where the screen, angle of view, or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 402 We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product. Establish a Mass Storage connection between the product and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 403 Sony Corporation. Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™ are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. AVCHD Progressive and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 404 In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified in all cases in this manual. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 405: Troubleshooting
3. Initialize the settings. 4. 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. http://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Setting Reset 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 406 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the lock lever is locked. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 407 Make sure that the battery pack is inserted correctly. The battery pack will discharge by itself even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack before use. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 408 The power turns off suddenly. Depending on the product and battery pack temperature, the product may turn off automatically to protect itself. In this case, a message is displayed on the product screen before the product turns off. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 409 When the product is used for a long time, the temperature of the product will rise. If the product gets too hot, movie recording may be interrupted or the power may turn off automatically to protect the product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 410 Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 411 This phenomenon occurs when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location. The optimum temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Charging the battery pack 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 412 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The battery pack inserted in the camera is not charging. Charge the battery pack with the camera’s power turned off. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 413 When the battery pack is not charged (the charge lamp does not light) even if you follow the proper charging procedure, check if the power of the product is turned off, then remove the battery pack and re-insert the same battery pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 414 You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Check the free capacity of the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash. The lens is not attached properly. Attach the lens properly. The [Self-timer] is activated. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 415 You are shooting in RAW mode. Since RAW data files are large, RAW mode shooting may take time. The [Auto HDR] function is processing an image. The product is compiling images. Related Topic High ISO NR (still image) Auto HDR Superior Auto 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 416 The subject is too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens. Ambient light is insufficient. The subject you are shooting is not suitable for auto-focusing. Shoot in [Flexible Spot] mode or manual focus mode. Related Topic Focus Area Manual Focus 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 417 You cannot use zoom functions during Sweep Panorama shooting. You can use only the optical zoom in the following situations: When using Smile Shutter function. [Drive Mode] is set to [Self-portrait]. Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 418 The flash does not work. Raise the flash. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: [Anti Motion Blur], [Night Scene] or [Hand-held Twilight] in Scene Selection is selected. During Sweep Panorama shooting. During movie recording. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 419 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 420 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 421 ILCE-5100 The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Set the correct date and time. The area selected using [Area Setting] differs from the actual area. Select the actual area. Related Topic Date/Time Setup Area Setting 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 422 Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings. Readjust the settings. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 423 ILCE-5100 The image colors are not correct. Adjust [White Balance]. [Picture Effect] is set. Set [Picture Effect] to [Off]. To reset settings to default, perform [Setting Reset]. Related Topic White Balance Picture Effect Setting Reset 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 424 Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. The product is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the monitor under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 425 The eyes of the subject come out red. Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On]. Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. Light the room and shoot the subject. Related Topic Red Eye Reduction 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 426 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Dots appear and remain on the screen. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 427 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 You cannot shoot images continuously. The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 428 (flare) or extraneous light (ghost images) may appear on the image, but this is not a malfunction. When using the zoom lens, attach the lens hood. Also, set up the composition so that you shoot images while avoiding backlit condition. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 429 The optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient light). You may compensate for this phenomenon with [Shading Comp.]. Related Topic Shading Comp. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 430 The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended. [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] are also effective in reducing blur. Related Topic Using flash Scene Selection 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 431 If you do not operate the product for a certain period of time, the product switches to the power-save mode. The product exits power-save mode when you perform operations such as pressing the shutter button halfway. Related Topic Pwr Save Start Time 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 432 The flash takes too long to recharge. The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 433 The product is in USB mode. Disconnect the product from the computer. Use PlayMemories Home to play back on this product images that are stored on your computer. Related Topic Disconnecting the product from the computer 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 434 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The date and time are not displayed. The screen display is set to display images only. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control wheel to display the information. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 435 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The image cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection. Related Topic Protect 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 436 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The image was deleted by mistake. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete. Related Topic Protect 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 437 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 A DPOF mark cannot be put. You cannot place DPOF marks on RAW images. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 438 Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product due to signal conditions. Place the product closer to the wireless access point. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product depending on the access point settings. Refer to the instruction manual of the wireless access point. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 439 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 [WPS Push] does not work. [WPS Push] may not work depending on the access point settings. Check the SSID and password of the wireless access point, and perform [Access Point Set.]. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 440 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. When the battery remaining level is low, [Send to Computer] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 441 You cannot send movies to a smartphone. You cannot send XAVC S movies to a smartphone. You cannot send AVCHD movies to a smartphone. Set [ File Format] to [MP4] to record movies. Related Topic File Format (movie) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 442 [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. When the remaining battery level is low, [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 443 The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. Data communication between this product and the smartphone may fail due to signal conditions. Place this product closer to the smartphone. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 444 Do not place any metal objects other than a smartphone near the (N mark). Do not contact two or more smartphones to this product at the same time. If another NFC-based application is running on your smartphone, terminate that application. Related Topic Airplane Mode 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 445 Disconnect all equipment other than this product, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals of your computer. Connect this product directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device. Related Topic USB Connection 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 446 When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer, you may not be able to import the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by this product. Related Topic Connecting the product to a computer Format 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 447 The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. You are playing back the movie directly from the memory card. Import the movie to your computer using PlayMemories Home and play it back. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 448 Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. Use PlayMemories Home to copy images that are stored on a computer onto a memory card inserted into this product and view them on this product. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 449 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Formatted the memory card by mistake. All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore the data. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 450 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 You cannot print images. RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images, first convert them to JPEG images using “Image Data Converter.” 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 451 The color of the image is strange. When you print the images recorded in Adobe RGB mode using sRGB printers that are not compatible with Adobe RGB (DCF2.0/Exif2.21), the images are printed at a lower saturation. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 452 When you print images at a shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges. Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 453 Using PlayMemories Home, you can print images with the date without recording the date. When you print images at a shop, images can be printed with the date if you ask them to do so. Related Topic Specify Printing 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 454 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The lens gets fogged. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the product and leave it for about an hour before using it. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 455 Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time. This is not a malfunction. Turn off the product and do not use it for a while. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 456 The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the product. Set the date and time again. The internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Insert a charged battery, and set aside for 24 hours or more with the power left off. Related Topic Date/Time Setup 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 457 The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two images at a time. This is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on the image when you shoot a JPEG image. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 458 If an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the product again. If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 4-543-698-11(1)
Page 459 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 “--E-” appears on the screen. Remove the memory card, and insert it again. If the problem persists even after performing this procedure, format the memory card. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 460 If you are touching somewhere other than the point you should touch, the panel may not operate properly. Some operations cannot be done on the touch panel. In this case, use the control wheel and buttons. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 461 If there are water drops on the monitor, or you touch the monitor with a wet finger, you may not be able to operate the touch panel. Turn the product off, then wipe off the drops on the monitor using a soft cloth. 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 462 Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Unable to use memory card. Format? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified.
Page 463 If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The retractable lens with power zoom is retracted. Turn off the product and eject the battery pack, then reinsert the battery pack.
Page 464: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling
Help Guide Troubleshooting Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-5100 Situations this product has difficulty handling The product cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change the shooting mode, then shoot the images again.
Page 465 Superior Auto Related Topic Sweep Panorama Center Lock-on AF Superior Auto Auto HDR AF Track Duration (movie) 4-543-698-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...

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