Page 1: User Guide
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 2: Before Use
Viewing images on a TV Using the wrist strap Using with your computer Using the internal memory Printing Using the internal memory Troubleshooting In-Camera Guide Precautions / About this camera In-Camera Guide Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: Shooting
Troubleshooting Scene Selection Precautions / About this camera Sweep Panorama Contents list Movie Mode Functions not available in some REC modes Using shooting functions Tracking focus DISP (Display Setting) Flash Smile Shutter Self-Timer Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 4: Viewing
Delete button Viewing images on a TV Viewing movies Using with your computer Viewing movies Printing Viewing panorama images Troubleshooting Scrolling the panorama images for display Precautions / About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 5: Using Menu Items (Shooting)
Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot Picture Effect Color hue Extracted Color In-Camera Guide Shooting MENU list MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 6: Using Menu Items (Viewing)
Delete Using with your computer Protect Printing Print (DPOF) Rotate Troubleshooting In-Camera Guide Precautions / About this camera Playback MENU list Contents list MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 7: Changing Settings
USB Connect Setting LUN Setting Download Music Empty Music Eye-Fi Memory Card Tool/Internal Memory Tool Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder Delete REC.Folder Copy File Number Clock Settings Area Setting Date & Time Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 8: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 9: Using With Your Computer
Using with your computer Importing images to a computer Printing Connecting the camera to the computer Importing images to a computer Troubleshooting Deleting the USB connection Precautions / About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 10: Printing
Printing still images Viewing Printing still images Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 11: Troubleshooting
Memory card Printing Internal memory Printing Troubleshooting Others Precautions / About this camera Warning indicators and messages Contents list Self-diagnosis display Messages Difficult situations for this camera Situations this camera has difficulty handling Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 12: Precautions / About This Camera
Number of still images Troubleshooting Recordable time of movies Precautions / About this camera Using the camera abroad Contents list Using the camera abroad On TV color systems About this camera License Trademarks Trademarks Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 13 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Contents list Before Use Contents list Shooting Viewing Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Using MENU items (Viewing) Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen Changing settings Names of parts Viewing images on a TV...
Page 14 Viewing Viewing still images Viewing still images Playback zoom Image Index Deleting images Delete button Viewing movies Viewing movies Viewing panorama images Scrolling the panorama images for display Back to top Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) Scene Selection Easy Mode...
Page 15 Slideshow View Mode Retouch Delete Protect Print (DPOF) Rotate In-Camera Guide Playback MENU list MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Back to top Changing settings Changing settings Changing camera settings Shooting Settings AF Illuminator Grid Line Disp.
Page 16 Date & Time Setting Back to top Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Back to top Using with your computer Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment Using the software “PlayMemories Home”...
Page 17 Number of still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Recordable time of movies Using the camera abroad Using the camera abroad On TV color systems About this camera License Trademarks Trademarks Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 18: How To Use This User Guide
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide Before Use How to use this User Guide Shooting Viewing Selecting a topic to display Using MENU items (Shooting) Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page...
Page 19 Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button. Returning to a previous page Use the browser’s back button to return to a previously viewed page, or use the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to display the desired page.
Page 20 Operate the camera in the order indicated. Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camera is in its default settings. The default setting is indicated by indicates information that is useful to know. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 21: Names Of Parts
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > Names of parts Before Use Names of parts Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer...
Page 22 MENU button (In-Camera Guide / Delete) button Hook for wrist strap Battery eject lever Battery insertion slot Access lamp Memory card slot Battery/Memory card cover USB / A/V OUT jack Tripod receptacle Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 23 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > List of icons displayed on the screen Before Use Shooting List of icons displayed on the screen Viewing List of shooting mode icons Using MENU items (Shooting)
Page 24 Cont. Shooting Settings Soft Skin Effect Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Zoom scaling Display Indication Anti Blink AE/AF lock ISO400 ISO number NR slow shutter Shutter speed F3.3 Aperture value +2.0EV Exposure value AF range finder frame indicator Display Indication Recording folder Number of recordable images 100Min Recordable time...
Page 25 Face detection Database file full/Database file error warning Destination Overheating warning Eco mode AF range finder frame Spot metering cross-hairs Histogram Recording a movie/Movie standby Standby 0:12 Recording time (m:s) List of viewing mode icons Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Still Image Size / Panorama Image Size / Movie Size Protect...
Page 26 White balance ISO400 ISO number Database file full/Database file error warning Display Indication C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display +2.0EV Exposure value Shutter speed F3.3 Aperture value Eco mode Playback Playback bar 00:00:12 Counter Histogram Volume Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 27: Using The Wrist Strap
Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being Using MENU items (Shooting) dropped. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 28 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Before Use > Using the internal memory > Using the internal memory Before Use Using the internal memory Shooting Viewing On image data stored in the internal memory Using MENU items (Shooting) The camera has approximately 27 MB of internal memory.
Page 30 (In-Camera Guide) button is not available in Easy Mode. [Use this function] may not be available, depending on the selected functions. Detailed explanations of the operation or setting items may not be available, depending on the function. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 31: Shooting Still Images
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Shooting still images Before Use Shooting still images Shooting Viewing 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
Page 32 The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light. Related Topic Viewing still images Still Image Size / Panorama Image Size / Movie Size Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 33 When the zoom scale exceeds 16×, set [Digital Zoom]. [Details] Notes Zoom is locked to the W side in Sweep Panorama mode. The operating sound of the lens is recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 34: Shooting Movies
(77°F) and camera is set to the factory settings. When shooting stops, you can press the shutter button again to restart shooting. Depending on the temperature when shooting, recording may automatically stop to protect the camera. Related Topic Zoom Still Image Size / Panorama Image Size / Movie Size Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: List Of Mode Dial Functions
Allows you to shoot a panorama image after composing images. Panorama) (Movie Allows you to change the setting for movie recording. Mode) Related Topic Intelligent Auto Program Auto Scene Selection Manual Exposure Shooting Sweep Panorama Movie Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 36: Intelligent Auto
Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Related Topic Scene Recognition Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Program Auto
Viewing images on a TV Related Topic Using with your computer Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Manual Exposure Shooting
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Manual Exposure Shooting Before Use Manual Exposure Shooting Shooting Viewing You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture value. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 39 You cannot select the shutter speed and aperture (F value) when the self-timer is set to [Self- portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 40 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection).
Page 41 Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright color. (Gourmet) Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. (Pet) Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight.
Page 42 To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 43: Sweep Panorama
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Sweep Panorama Before Use Sweep Panorama Shooting Viewing Allows you to create a panorama image from composite images. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV 1.
Page 44 Vertical direction Horizontal direction First, press the shutter button halfway so that you can lock the focus, exposure and white balance. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan or tilt the camera. If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the image composition may fail.
Page 45 Related Topic Scrolling the panorama images for display Still Image Size / Panorama Image Size / Movie Size Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Movie Mode
Still Image Size / Panorama Image Size / Movie Size Functions not available in some REC modes Troubleshooting MENU items not available in some REC modes Precautions / About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 47 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Functions not available in some REC modes Before Use Functions not available in some REC modes Shooting Viewing Functions available in REC modes Using MENU items (Shooting) Functions available in Scene Selection Functions available in Picture Effect Using MENU items (Viewing)
Page 48 Self- Face Smile Tracking Cont. Shooting Settings / Flash Timer Detection Shutter focus Bracket Setting (Toy — camera) (Pop — Color) (Partial — Color) (Soft — High-key) * [Bracket Setting] cannot be selected. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: Tracking Focus
When you use the Digital Zoom, the tracking focus function is not available. Tracking focus will automatically be canceled when the subject disappears from the screen or has failed to be tracked. Related Topic Face Detection Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 50 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > DISP (Display Setting) Before Use DISP (Display Setting) Shooting Viewing Histogram Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control button. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
Page 51 A large difference in the histogram displayed during shooting and playback may occur when: The flash strobes. The shutter speed is slow or fast. The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 52 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Flash Before Use Flash Shooting Viewing 1. Press (Flash) on the control button. Using MENU items (Shooting) 2. Select the desired mode with the control button. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is backlight.
Page 53 Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Smile Shutter
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Smile Shutter Before Use Smile Shutter Shooting Viewing When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press (Smile) on the control button.
Page 55 Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. You cannot use the digital zoom function. Related Topic Smile Detection Sensitivity Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 56 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Self-Timer Before Use Self-Timer Shooting Viewing Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press (Self-Timer) on the control button. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
Page 57 You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 58: Viewing Still Images
Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 59: Playback Zoom
) to zoom out. Press on the control button to cancel playback zoom. To save enlarged images You can save an enlarged image by using the trimming function. Press MENU [Retouch] [Trimming (Resize)]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 60: Image Index
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Image Index Before Use Image Index Shooting Viewing Displays multiple images at the same time. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
Page 62: Delete Button
In Easy Mode, you can only delete the currently displayed image. When the internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View and still images and movies are displayed in the same folder. Related Topic Delete Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 63: Viewing Movies
Displays the volume control screen. Adjust the volume with on the control button, then press Note You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras. Related Topic View Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 64: Scrolling The Panorama Images For Display
Scrolling playback / pauses scrolling images on the control button Scrolls images W side of W/T (zoom) lever Displays the whole image Panorama images recorded using another camera may not scroll correctly when played. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 65 Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera 3. Select the desired menu item with on the control button. Contents list 4. Press the MENU button to turn off the Menu screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 66: Scene Selection
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Viewing When the mode dial is set to (Scene Selection) and if you want to select another scene, follow the Using MENU items (Shooting) steps below.
Page 67 Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright color. (Gourmet) Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. (Pet) Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight.
Page 68 To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Size
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Easy Mode Before Use Easy Mode Shooting Viewing On Scene Recognition Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting functions available in Easy Mode (Shooting) Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions.
Page 70 Related Topic Scene Recognition Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 71 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Still Image Size / Panorama Image Size / Movie Size Before Use Shooting Still Image Size / Panorama Image Size / Movie Size Viewing Image size when shooting still images Using MENU items (Shooting)
Page 72: Vga
Shoots standard quality movies for display on High 6 Mbps Definition TV. 1280x720(Standard) 3 Mbps Shoots an image size suitable for WEB upload. Note A telephoto image results if [VGA] image size is selected when shooting movies. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 73 When the internal memory or a memory card is full, the burst stops. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Bracket Setting
Note You cannot select [White Balance] when the mode dial is set to (Scene Selection). Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 75 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 76 However, the image tends to become noisy. Low ISO sensitivity Records a smoother image. However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: White Balance
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > White Balance Before Use White Balance Shooting Viewing To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode Using MENU items (Shooting) Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions.
Page 78 Do not shake or strike the camera while [One Push Set] is in progress. When flash mode is set to [On] or [Slow Synchro], the white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 79 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Focus Before Use Focus Shooting Viewing Focusing on subjects near the edge of the screen Using MENU items (Shooting) You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.
Page 80: Focusing On Subjects Near The Edge Of The Screen
As long as you do not press the shutter button fully down, you can retry the procedure as many times as necessary. Related Topic Tracking focus MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Metering Mode
(Spot metering). This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is Troubleshooting strong contrast between the subject and the background. Precautions / About this camera (Spot) Contents list Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: Scene Recognition
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Recognition Before Use Scene Recognition Shooting Viewing Advanced mode Using MENU items (Shooting) The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When a motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur.
Page 83: Advanced Mode
If the eyes are closed in both images, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed. * except when the flash strobes/when the shutter speed is slow Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Soft Skin Effect
Printing (High) Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Note Contents list The [Soft Skin Effect] may not be visible depending on the subject. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 85: Smile Detection Sensitivity
(Slight Smile) Printing Troubleshooting Note Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. Precautions / About this camera Contents list Related Topic Smile Shutter MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 86: Face Detection
Adults and children may not be recognized correctly depending on the conditions. During Smile Shutter shooting, [Face Detection] is automatically set to [Auto] even if it is set to [Off]. Related Topic Anti Blink Tracking focus MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 87 Depending on shooting conditions, it may not be possible to obtain correction effects. Only [ISO AUTO] or values from [ISO 80] to [ISO 800] can be set for the ISO value when [DRO plus] is set. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 88: Anti Blink
When the Anti Blink function is set to [Auto] but only images with the subject’s eyes closed are recorded, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed on the screen. Shoot again as necessary. Related Topic Scene Selection Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: Movie Steadyshot
If you change the setting for [Movie SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Related Topic Contents list Shooting movies MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 90: Picture Effect
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Picture Effect Before Use Picture Effect Shooting Viewing Allows you to shoot a still image with an original texture according to the desired effect. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 91 Related Topic Color hue Extracted Color Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 92: Color Hue
Adds a magenta filter-like hue and darkens the surroundings. (Magenta hue) Contents list Note It is recommended that you shoot a test image in advance for some subjects. Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 93: Extracted Color
Precautions / About this camera Contents list Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject. Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 94 You can search for a function by key word(s) or icon, by pressing the / (In-Camera Guide) Troubleshooting button when MENU is not displayed. Precautions / About this camera 5. To end [In-Camera Guide], press the / (In-Camera Guide) button. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 95 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Shooting MENU list > MENU items not available in some REC modes Before Use Shooting MENU items not available in some REC modes Viewing MENU items not available in Scene Selection / Picture Effect mode Using MENU items (Shooting) In the table below, check mark indicates settings that can be changed, while –...
Page 96 [Off] for [Soft Skin Effect] cannot be selected when Scene Selection is set to (Soft Skin) mode. [Off] for [Face Detection] cannot be selected when Scene Selection is set to (Soft Skin) or (Soft Snap) mode. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera 3. Select the desired menu item with on the control button. Contents list 4. Press on the control button. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 98: Slideshow With Music
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Slideshow Before Use Slideshow Shooting Viewing Continuous Playback Using MENU items (Shooting) Slideshow with music Images are automatically played back in succession. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Page 99 [Slideshow with music] is not available for panorama images. Playback Selection Selects the group of images to be shown. The setting is fixed to [Folder] when the internal memory is used to record images. Plays a slideshow of all the images in order. This Plays a slideshow of images with the currently selected date range when [View Mode] is Date...
Page 100 You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back during slideshow. To transfer music, install the “Music Transfer” to your computer. Related Topic “Music Transfer” Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 101: View Mode
Use a sufficiently charged battery to register images. If a battery with a low charge is used to register images, it may not be possible to transfer all of the data or the data may be corrupted if the battery charge runs out. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 102 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Retouch Before Use Retouch Shooting Viewing Retouches a recorded image and saves it as a new file. The original image is retained. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 103 Select the area (frame) of the desired image to retouch with the control button MENU. [OK] Depending on the image, sufficient correction may not be applied and the image quality may deteriorate. Note You cannot retouch the panorama images or movies. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 104 In Easy Mode, you can select from [1 image] or [All]. When the internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View and still images and movies are displayed in the same folder. Related Topic Delete button Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 105 Select the image for which you want to cancel protection, and unlock it by pressing on the control button as the same procedure to protect it. indicator disappears, and the protection is released. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 106 Select the image to clear the DPOF registration, then press on the control button in the same procedure as when making a mark. mark disappears and the DPOF registration is cleared. Related Topic Printing still images Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 107 Protected still images You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 You can search for a function by key word(s) or icon, by pressing the / (In-Camera Guide) Troubleshooting button when MENU is not displayed. Precautions / About this camera 5. To end [In-Camera Guide], press the / (In-Camera Guide) button. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 109 Precautions / About this camera — (Retouch) Contents list (Delete) (Protect) Print (DPOF) — — — (Rotate) (In-Camera Guide) (Settings) Note Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 110: Changing Camera Settings
[Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame. The AF illuminator emits very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator emitter at close range. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 112: Grid Line
(Shooting Settings) [Grid Line] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Select to display or not display grid lines. Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 113 Notes Precautions / About this camera The battery power may decrease faster when [Disp. Resolution] is set to [High]. In Sweep Panorama and Movie Mode, [Disp. Resolution] is set to [High]. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 114: 16:9(12M)
Total zoom scale when using Smart zoom (including optical zoom 16×) The supported zoom ratio differs depending on the image size. Size Total zoom scale Approx. 20× Approx. 28× Approx. 115× 16:9(2M) Approx. 38× Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 115 [Red Eye Reduction] is set to [Off] in the following situations: When (Night Scene), (High Sensitivity), (Gourmet), (Pet), (Fireworks) or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in Scene Selection. When Smile Shutter function is activated. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 116: Blink Alert
[Blink Alert] desired mode Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Auto Displays / hides the “Blinked eye detected” message. Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 117: Write Date
If you shot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. The dates are doubly printed, if you set the camera to superimpose the dates when printing. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 118 Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control/shutter button. Viewing images on a TV Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: Panel Brightness
The screen grows dark if you do not operate the camera while the power is on. When the high-temperature indicator ( ) is displayed, the screen may grow dark regardless of the Printing settings. [Details] Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: Language Setting
1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Language Setting] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Back to top Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 121: Display Color
Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Black Sets the background color of the screen. White Viewing images on a TV Pink Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Demo Mode
Pressing the shutter button during the Smile Shutter demonstration operates the shutter, but no image is recorded. During a demonstration, if the number of images saved in the internal memory increases, the camera may automatically delete the images. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 123 Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Note Be sure not to remove the battery pack while initializing. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: Function Guide
[Function Guide] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Displays / hides the function guide. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: Video Out
NTSC Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., for the USA, Japan). Using with your computer Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., for Europe, China). Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 126: Eco Mode
It takes longer before the power turns off than when set to [Max]. Contents list Does not use the Auto power-off function. Note The camera does not turn off automatically in the following situations: During slideshow During playing back movies During Eye-Fi connection Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 127: Usb Connect Setting
Precautions / About this camera Note Contents list When [USB Connect Setting] is set to [PTP/MTP], you cannot export movies to a computer. To export movies to a computer, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Mass Storage]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 128: Lun Setting
Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Note Contents list Set [LUN Setting] to [Multi] when installing “PlayMemories Home”. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 129: Download Music
2. Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, then start “Music Transfer”. Changing settings 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to change music files. Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: Empty Music
(Main Settings) [Empty Music] [OK] Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Related Topic Viewing images on a TV “Music Transfer” Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 131 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Eye-Fi Before Use Eye-Fi Shooting Viewing Transferring image data using the Eye-Fi card Using MENU items (Shooting) Sets whether to use the upload function of an Eye-Fi card (commercially available), when you use the Eye-Fi card with this camera.
Page 133 (Internal Memory Tool) [Format] [OK] Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Note Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 Precautions / About this camera Up to 4,000 images can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is automatically created. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 135 You cannot select a folder with a number that has only “ MSDCF” or “ ANV01” Printing as a recording folder. Troubleshooting You cannot move recorded images to another folder. Precautions / About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 If a folder contains protected images, images other than protected images are deleted and the Troubleshooting folder will remain. Precautions / About this camera If a folder contains files that cannot be played back by the camera, you cannot delete a folder. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 A new folder is created on the memory card and all the data will be copied to it. You cannot choose Precautions / About this camera a specific folder and copy images to it. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: File Number
Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed. (When the recording folder contains a Reset Printing file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 139: Area Setting
Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that destination. Precautions / About this camera 1. Select the area part for [Destination], then press Contents list 2. Select an area with on the control button, and select Summer Time with Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 140 Date & Time Format You can select the date and time display format. Printing Summer Time You can select Summer Time [On]/[Off]. Troubleshooting Date & Time You can set the date and time. Precautions / About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 141 (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Select the desired image with the control button. Note When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch [Video Out]. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 142: Recommended Computer Environment
(high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0). When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 “PlayMemories Home” functions, connect to the Internet and install the “Expanded Feature”. Contents list Note Mac does not support “PlayMemories Home”. To play images on a Mac, use the applications installed on your computer. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 144 “Expanded Feature”. For details on the “PlayMemories Home”, see (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) or the following PlayMemories Home support page (English Only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Notes Log on as Administrator. Press MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] to [Multi].
Page 145 Accessing to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (Windows) 1. Double-click (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop. To start “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” from the Start menu, select [Start] [All Programs] [PlayMemories Home] [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 146: Music Transfer
(Main Settings) Troubleshooting [Download Music], and connect the camera to the computer. For other details, see the help in “Music Transfer”. Precautions / About this camera Contents list Related Topic Download Music Empty Music Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 147: Software For Mac
[LUN Setting] to [Multi]. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Note The available software varies depending on the area. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 148: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
2. Connect the camera to your computer using the dedicated USB cable (supplied) (A). Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions / About this camera USB Connect Setting Contents list LUN Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 149 Then drag and drop the image file on to the hard disk icon. Contents list Note Press MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [USB Connect Setting] to [Mass Storage]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 150: Deleting The Usb Connection
Mac computer, and the camera is disconnected from the computer. The disconnect icon may not appear when you use a Windows 7 computer. In this case, you can disconnect the camera from the computer without following the above steps. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 151: Printing Still Images
Troubleshooting Notes Precautions / About this camera When you print still images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off. You cannot print panorama images depending on the printer. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 152: If You Have Problems
Viewing images on a TV 3. Initialize the settings. [Details] 4. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Using with your computer Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal Printing memory, music files may be checked.
Page 153: The Power Turns Off Suddenly
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Battery pack and power Before Use Battery pack and power Shooting Viewing Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the battery eject lever is Using MENU items (Viewing) locked.
Page 154 86°F). For details, see [Details]. The camera emits a sound when shaken. When you shake the camera without the power turned on, you may hear a sound. This is not a malfunction. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 155: Cannot Record Images
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Shooting still images/movies Before Use Shooting still images/movies Shooting Viewing Cannot record images. Using MENU items (Shooting) If images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera, Using MENU items (Viewing) make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera.
Page 156 When (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in Scene Selection. The Smile Shutter is working. [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]. Cannot select the Face Detection function. You can select Face Detection only when the focus mode is set to [Multi AF] and the [Metering Mode] is set to [Multi].
Page 157: Dots Appear And Remain On The Screen
[Details] [Details] The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack. The same image is shot several times. Set [Cont. Shooting Settings] to [Single Shooting]. [Details] [Scene Recognition] is set to [Advanced]. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 158: Viewing Images
The image does not appear on the TV. Check [Video Out] to see if the video output signal of the camera is set to the color system of your [Details] Check whether the connection is correct. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 159: Cannot Import Images
Export them to a folder recognized by the camera, such as “101MSDCF”, then play back in Folder view. [Details] Register the image in the Image Database File and play in [Date View]. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 160: Memory Card
Images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera. Troubleshooting Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. Precautions / About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 161: Internal Memory
Using with your computer Printing Cannot copy the data on the memory card or the computer to the internal memory. Troubleshooting This feature is not available. Precautions / About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 162: Images Are Printed With Both Edges Cut Off
Contents list Note that you cannot delete a date once it is recorded on an image. If you use “PlayMemories Home”, an image without a recorded date can be printed with the date. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 163: The Lens Gets Fogged
24 hours or more with the power left off. The date or time is incorrect. The Area Setting is set to a different location than your current location. Change the setting by MENU (Settings) [Clock Settings] [Area Setting]. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 164 A camera malfunction has occurred. Initialize the camera, then turn the power on again. [Details] E:94: There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.
Page 165 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Messages Before Use Messages Shooting Viewing If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings The battery level is low.
Page 166 The memory card is locked. Check the tab. You are using the memory card with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. This is a read- only memory card. The camera cannot record or delete images on this memory card.
Page 167 Image size over limit You are playing back an image with size that cannot be played back on the camera. Unable to detect face for retouch You may not be able to retouch the image depending on the image. (Vibration warning indicator) Camera shake may occur due to insufficient light.
Page 168 Recording has stopped due to a rise in temperature while recording a movie. Please wait until the temperature goes down. When you record movies for a long time, the camera temperature rises. In this case, stop recording movies. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 169: Situations This Camera Has Difficulty Handling
Background the same color as the subject Tracking focus Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach Sweep Panorama Scenes changing constantly, such as waves or waterfalls Sweep Panorama Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 170 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Precautions / About this camera > Precautions > Precautions Before Use Precautions Shooting Viewing Internal memory and memory card back up Using MENU items (Shooting) On database files Do not use/store the camera in the following places Using MENU items (Viewing) On carrying Changing settings...
Page 171 The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera.
Page 172: On The Internal Rechargeable Backup Battery
Charging method of the internal rechargeable backup battery Insert charged battery pack in the camera, and then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the Troubleshooting power off. Precautions / About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 173 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Precautions / About this camera > Precautions > Battery pack Before Use Battery pack Shooting Viewing On charging the battery pack Using MENU items (Shooting) Effective use of the battery pack About the remaining battery charge Using MENU items (Viewing) How to store the battery pack...
Page 174 The NP-BG1 (supplied) can be used only in G type compatible Cyber-shot models. If you use the NP-FG1 battery pack (sold separately), the minutes also appear after the battery remaining indicator ( 60 Min). Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 CHARGE lamp lights up again. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 176 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Search Top page > Precautions / About this camera > Precautions > Memory card Before Use Memory card Shooting Viewing Memory card Using MENU items (Shooting) Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) “Memory Stick”...
Page 177 When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data. Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor. Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
Page 178 “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the camera. Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” media within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 179 Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand. Precautions / About this camera Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 180: Table Of Contents
When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears. When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 181: Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation
The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image size settings. You cannot record movies to the internal memory when the movie image size is [1280x720(Fine)] or [1280x720(Standard)]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 182: Using The Camera Abroad
An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction. Changing settings Back to top Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions / About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 183: On Tv Color Systems
Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, Troubleshooting etc. Precautions / About this camera PAL-M system Contents list Brazil PAL-N system Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 184 NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. Contents list ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM On the license of “Music Transfer” MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 185 Top page > Precautions / About this camera > Trademarks > Trademarks Before Use Trademarks Shooting Viewing The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Using MENU items (Shooting) , “Cyber-shot,” “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” “Memory Stick Duo,”...

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