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Sony Alpha NEX-5R Instruction Manual

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Interchangeable Lens
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E-mount
NEX-5R
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Preparing the camera
Mastering the basic
operation
Using the recording
functions
Using the playback
functions
Checking the functions
available
Importing images to the
computer
Adding functions to the
camera
Connecting the camera to
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  • Page 1 Preparing the camera Digital Camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Instruction Manual Using the playback functions E-mount Checking the functions available Importing images to the computer Adding functions to the camera Connecting the camera to a network Others NEX-5R...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    English Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-5R Serial No. ______________________________ Model No.
  • Page 3 • Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.

  • Page 4: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-5R Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

  • Page 5: For Customers In Canada

    For Customers in Europe Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
  • Page 6 If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
  • Page 7 For customers who purchased their camera from a store in Japan that caters to tourists Note All Wireless function designated for the NEX-5R Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera are applicable in the U.S.A., Canada, Mexico, France, Sweden, Russia, Ukraine, Australia, Singapore, Korea, the Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, India and China.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ..........11 Identifying parts ..............12 Charging the battery pack ..........17 Attaching/removing the lens ..........22 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) ...... 24 Attaching the flash ............26 Setting the date and time ..........
  • Page 9 Checking the functions available Menu list................59 Functions available for each shooting mode....69 Flash modes available ............70 Importing images to the computer Installing the software ............71 What you can do with the supplied software....73 Adding functions to the camera Adding functions to the camera ........
  • Page 10 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name Lens NEX-5R Not supplied NEX-5RL E16 – 50 mm NEX-5RK E18 – 55 mm NEX-5RY E55 –...

  • Page 11: Checking The Supplied Items

    – α Handbook * Multiple power cords may be • Instruction Manual (This manual) supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region. NEX-5R • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) NEX-5RL •...

  • Page 12: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts. F AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp G Smart Accessory Terminal 2 H Microphone I Lens (22) J Lens release button (23) K Mount L Image sensor M Lens contacts When the lens is removed Accessories for the Smart...
  • Page 13 • You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. • Tilt the LCD screen upward about 180 degrees when you take a self- portrait. The 3-second delay self- timer is automatically selected in Image sensor position mark the default setting.
  • Page 14 F Tripod socket hole • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods using screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.
  • Page 15 Lens E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RK) See page 101 on the specifications of the lenses. E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RL/NEX-5RY) A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts A Hood index B Focusing ring Do not touch this part directly.
  • Page 16 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RY) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts F Mounting index Do not touch this part directly.

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. The battery pack can also be used when it has not been fully charged.
  • Page 18 Close the cover. Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Power cord Charge lamp (Mains lead) Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished The charge lamp lights orange, and Flashing: Charging error or charging starts.

  • Page 19: Charging Time

    • 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 cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied). Charging time The charging time is approximately 280 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied).

  • Page 20: Charging By Connecting To A Computer

    Charging by connecting to a computer The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. Notes • Note the following points when charging via a computer: – If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases.

  • Page 21: Removing The Battery Pack

    Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD screen. “Battery exhausted.” Battery level You cannot High shoot any more image. Notes • The displayed battery power level may not be correct under certain circumstances. What is an “InfoLITHIUM”...

  • Page 22: Attaching/Removing The Lens

    Attaching/removing the lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens. If the cap or the packaging lid is attached, remove it from the camera or the lens. • Quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.

  • Page 23: Removing The Lens

    Removing the lens Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Lens release button Notes • If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light source to a digital signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.

  • Page 24: Inserting A Memory Card (Sold Separately)

    Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Open the cover. Insert a memory card. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. Check on the direction of the notched corner. Close the cover.

  • Page 25: Memory Cards That You Can Use

    Memory cards that you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of the memory cards. Usable memory card Still Movie Term in this image manual “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...

  • Page 26: Attaching The Flash

    Attaching the flash When you want to use a flash during shooting, attach the flash device (supplied). The flash is enabled when it is raised, and disabled when lowered. Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the flash.
  • Page 27 Carrying the flash The flash case can be conveniently attached to the shoulder strap. Store the flash in the case when you are not using it to protect it from harm.

  • Page 28: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time When you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears. Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. The screen to set date and time appears.

  • Page 29: Clock Setting

    Repeat step 4 to set other items, and then press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch OK on the screen. Notes • You cannot set the date, time and area by touching the screen. • You cannot superimpose the date on images on this camera. Using “PlayMemories Home”...

  • Page 30: Mastering The Basic Operation

    Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images In the (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. Select MENU t [Shoot Mode] t (Intelligent Auto). Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD screen: (Night Scene),...
  • Page 31 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, beeps sound and z lights up. Focus indicator Press the shutter button fully down. When the camera detects and shoots a face with [Auto Port. Framing] set to [Auto], the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable composition.

  • Page 32: Recording Movies

    When you touch on the screen, touch shutter shooting is canceled. Recording movies Point the camera to the subject. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. • Focus and brightness are adjusted automatically. • If you press the shutter button halfway down during recording, you will be able to focus more quickly.

  • Page 33: Playing Back Images

    Playing back images Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD screen. • Press the center of the control wheel to enlarge the displayed image. (Playback) button Selecting the image Turn the control wheel. Or, slide your finger from left to right across the screen.
  • Page 34 Touch panel During movie playback Control wheel operation operation Pause/resume Press the center. Touch X/N. Touch M. Fast-forward Press the right, or turn the control wheel clockwise. Fast-rewind Press the left, or turn the control Touch m. wheel counterclockwise. Forward slow playback Turn clockwise during pause.

  • Page 35: Deleting Images

    Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. Press (Delete). Or, touch on the screen. Press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch OK on the screen. • Select to quit the operation. Deleting several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete several images at the same time.

  • Page 36: Operating The Camera

    Operating the camera The control wheel, control dial, soft keys and touch panel allow you to use various functions of the camera. Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.), (Drive Mode) and (ISO) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel.

  • Page 37: Control Dial

    Control dial You can set the aperture value and shutter speed, etc. by turning the control dial. The setting value assigned to the control dial changes for each shooting mode. Control dial Aperture value and shutter speed, etc. Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context.

  • Page 38: Touch Panel

    Touch panel You can operate the camera intuitively by touching the screen or sliding your finger across the screen. Touch the item on the screen to select it. Slide your finger across the screen to scroll down to hidden items. Touch the item to select it.
  • Page 39 Operations You can select items and make settings in two ways; by one is using the control wheel, or by the other is touching and sliding your finger across the screen (Touch panel). Operation Control wheel Touch panel Selecting an item Turn or press the top/bottom/ Touch the desired item.

  • Page 40: Using The Guide Function Of The Camera

    Notes • You can perform most operations using both the control wheel/soft keys and the touch panel. However, some operations can be performed only using one or the other. • Avoid the followings when using the touch panel: – Using a pointed object, such as a pencil, ball-point pen, or the tip of a finger nail. –...

  • Page 41: Using The Recording Functions

    Using the recording functions Setting the function using [Photo Creativity] You can operate the camera intuitively using [Photo Creativity], since the [Photo Creativity] screen is designed for more intuitive operations than a normal screen. You can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily.
  • Page 42 Notes • [Photo Creativity] is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. • [Photo Creativity] is only available when [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] is selected. Defocusing the background easily (Background Defocus Control) Select (Bkground Defocus) (page 41). Defocus the background by turning the control wheel.

  • Page 43: Picture Effect

    Picture Effect Select (Picture Effect) (page 41). Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel. Or, slide your finger across the screen upward or downward to select the desired effect. (Off): Disables the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Brightness Of Still Images (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Press (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel. Turn the control wheel or control dial to select the desired value, and press the center.

  • Page 45: Shooting Still Images Continuously

    Press OPTION, and then turn the control wheel to select the desired mode and press the center. Or, touch OPTION t desired mode on the screen. (Self-timer: 10 Sec): Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. Use this when you want to include yourself in the picture. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates.

  • Page 46: Changing The Screen Display (Disp)

    Shooting continuously at a higher speed Select (Spd Priority Cont.) from (Drive Mode) to shoot continuously at higher speed (max. 10 images per second). Changing the screen display (DISP) Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Press DISP repeatedly to select the desired mode. During shooting Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information.

  • Page 47: Shooting With Various Shooting Modes

    Shooting with various shooting modes Select MENU t [Shoot Mode]. Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. Or, slide your finger across the screen upward or downward to move the desired mode to the center of the screen, then touch the desired mode.

  • Page 48: Scene Selection

    Scene Selection Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 47). Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. Or, slide your finger across the screen upward or downward to move the desired mode to the center of the screen, then touch the desired mode.

  • Page 49: Sweep Panorama

    Sweep Panorama While you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image. Set the shooting mode to (Sweep Panorama) (page 47). Select the shooting direction by turning the control dial. Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the brightness and focus, and then press the shutter...

  • Page 50: Shutter Priority

    Playing back scrolling panoramic images You can scroll panoramic images from the beginning to the end by pressing the center of the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press the center of the control wheel again to pause. You can scroll/pause by touching N/X on the screen.

  • Page 51: Shutter Speed

    Shutter speed When a faster shutter speed is used, a moving subject such as a running person, cars, and sea spray appears as if they are stopped. When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural and dynamic image.
  • Page 52 Program Auto/Superior Auto In [Superior Auto] mode, the camera shoots with higher quality than [Intelligent Auto] mode and perform composite shooting as necessary. In [Program Auto] mode, you can shoot after adjusting various functions, such as white balance, ISO, etc. Select (Program Auto) or (Superior Auto)

  • Page 53: Zooming

    Zooming With the [Zoom] feature of the camera, you can increase the magnification to a scale greater than that of the optical zoom scale of the lens. When using a lens with a power zoom, operate the optical zoom of the lens and then the camera shifts automatically to the [Zoom] feature of the camera.

  • Page 54: Selecting The Flash Mode

    Selecting the flash mode Attach the flash and raise it (page 26). Select MENU t [Camera] t [Flash Mode]. Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. Or, slide your finger across the screen upward or downward to move the desired mode to the center of the screen, then touch the desired mode.

  • Page 55: Setting Using The Fn (Function) Button

    The flash range The range of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. F2.8 F3.5 F5.6 ISO100 1 m – 2.5 m 1 m – 2 m 1 m – 1.25 m (3.3 feet – 8.2 feet) (3.3 feet –...

  • Page 56: Selecting The Image Size/Record Setting

    Selecting the image size/record setting The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded.

  • Page 57: Using The Playback Functions

    Using the playback functions Displaying the image list Press the (Playback) button to enter playback mode. (Playback) button Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six images are displayed at a time. Turn the control wheel to select an image. Or, touch the desired image.

  • Page 58: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing images on a TV To view images on the camera using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. Connect the camera to the TV To the HDMI with an HDMI cable (sold connector separately).

  • Page 59: Checking The Functions Available

    Checking the functions available Menu list When you press MENU, the menu items [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback], [Application]* and [Setup] appear on the screen. You can set various functions in each item. Items that cannot be set in the context are displayed in gray.
  • Page 60 Program Auto Automatic shooting that allows you to customize settings, except for the exposure (shutter speed and aperture). Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting.

  • Page 61: Image Size

    Soft Skin Effect Shoots the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function. (On/Off) Shooting Tip List Allows you to access all shooting tips. LCD Display (DISP) Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting screen on the LCD screen. (Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size Disp./No Disp.
  • Page 62 Movie File Format Selects AVCHD or MP4. Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies. (AVCHD: 60i/50i 24M (FX) / 60i/50i 17M (FH) / 60p/50p 28M (PS) / 24p/25p 24M (FX) / 24p/25p 17M (FH)) (MP4: 1440×1080 12M/VGA 3M) Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color...
  • Page 63 Playback Allows you to set playback functions. Delete Deletes images. (Multiple Img./All in Folder/All AVCHD view files) Still/Movie Select Allows you to determine how to group the playback images (View mode). (Folder View(Still)/Folder View(MP4)/AVCHD View) Slide Show Plays back images automatically. (Repeat/Interval/Image Type) View on Smartphone Transfers the images to a Smartphone and displays...
  • Page 64 Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AEL w/ shutter Sets whether or not to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. (On/Off) AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim places.
  • Page 65 Digital Zoom Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear Image Zoom. This feature can be also available in movie recording. (On/Off) Self-portrait Self-timer Sets the shooting mode when the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees. When you set [Self- portrait Self-timer] to [On], a 3-second delay self- timer is activated, and you can reduce the camera- shake when shooting self-portrait.
  • Page 66 Lens Comp.: Chro. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the Aber. screen. (Auto/Off) Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion on the screen. (Auto/Off) Face Priority Tracking Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or not when the camera detects that face during object tracking.
  • Page 67 Help Guide Display Turns the Help Guide on or off. (On/Off) Power Save Sets the level of the power saving feature. (Max/Standard) Power Saving Start Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save Time mode. (30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec) LCD Brightness Sets the brightness of the LCD screen.
  • Page 68 Memory Card Tool Format Formats the memory card. File Number Selects the method to use to assign file numbers to still images and MP4 movies. (Series/Reset) Folder Name Selects the folder name format in which the still image is stored. (Standard Form/Date Form) Select Shoot.

  • Page 69: Functions Available For Each Shooting Mode

    Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, indicates the function is available, and a – indicates the function is not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Exposure Self-timer...

  • Page 70: Flash Modes Available

    Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, indicates the function is available, and a – indicates the function is not available. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Flash Off Autoflash...

  • Page 71: Importing Images To The Computer

    Importing images to the computer Installing the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided with CD-ROM (supplied): • “Image Data Converter” You can open RAW format image files. • “PlayMemories Home” (Windows only) You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to enhance the images you have shot.

  • Page 72: Connect The Camera To The Computer

    Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If the installation menu does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (PMHOME) t [Install.exe]. • If the AutoPlay screen appears, select “Run Install.exe” and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation.

  • Page 73: What You Can Do With The Supplied Software

    For details on “PlayMemories Home,” refer to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide”. Double-click the shortcut of (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop, or click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. “PlayMemories Home” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/...
  • Page 74 • You can apply color labels, etc. For details on “Image Data Converter,” refer to Help. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. “Image Data Converter” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/...

  • Page 75: Adding Functions To The Camera

    Some applications may be fee-based. Starting up downloading services Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.net/pmca • Use Internet Explorer 8 or 9 for Windows, and Safari 5 for Mac. Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account.
  • Page 76 Downloading the application Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.net/pmca • Use Internet Explorer 8 or 9 for Windows, and Safari 5 for Mac. Select the desired application To the USB terminal and download the application to the camera following the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 77: Connecting The Camera To A Network

    Connecting the camera to a network Transferring images to a Smartphone You can transfer still images to a Smartphone and view them. Download the application “PlayMemories Mobile” to your Smartphone from the application store. Press (View on Smartphone) and select the desired mode.

  • Page 78: Connecting To A Network

    Notes • Some images may not be displayed on the Smartphone, depending on the recording format. • The camera shares the connection information for [View on Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the camera, reset the connection information by following these steps.

  • Page 79: Access Point Settings

    Access Point Settings Select MENU t [Setup] t [Access Point Settings]. Select the access point you want to register. If the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the access point. If the desired access point is not displayed on the screen: Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point following the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 80: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing images on a TV You can transfer images on the camera to a network-compatible TV without connecting them using a cable. The transferred images can be played back on the TV. Select MENU t [Playback] t [View on TV]. Select the device to be connected to the camera.

  • Page 81: Others

    The following table shows the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions.
  • Page 82 Movies The following table shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files. (h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity 16GB 32GB 64GB Record Setting 60i 24M(FX) 10 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 30 m 50i 24M(FX) 60i 17M(FH) 10 m...
  • Page 83 – The power turns on and off once every ten times. – Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the charge lamp goes out. – Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately). • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard.

  • Page 84: List Of Icons On The Lcd Screen

    List of icons on the LCD screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Shooting standby Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S M Scene Selection Graphic display Scene Recognition...
  • Page 85 Display Indication Display Indication RAW RAW+J Image quality of Electronic FINE STD still images Viewfinder (sold separately) Recording mode 60i/50i connection error of movies 60i/50i Electronic Viewfinder (sold 60p/50p separately) 24p/25p overheating 24p/25p warning Overheating warning Remaining battery Database file full/ 100% Database file error Flash charge in...
  • Page 86 Display Indication Display Indication Creative Style Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction Flash Smile Shutter ±0.0 compensation Drive Mode Picture Effect Self-portrait Self- timer Metering Mode Smile detection sensitivity indicator Focus mode Focus area mode Face Detection Display Indication White Balance Level Phase Detection AF ranging points 7500K...
  • Page 87 Display Indication Exposure ±0.0 compensation ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) 2012-1-1 Recorded date/time 9:30AM of the image 12/12 Image number/ Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image.

  • Page 88: Learning More About The Camera (Α Handbook)

    Learning more about the camera (α Handbook) “α Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to “α Handbook” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. For Windows users Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 89: Troubleshooting

    Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re- insert the battery pack, and then turn on the power. Reset the settings (page 67). Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed.
  • Page 90 The power turns off suddenly. • When the camera or battery pack is too warm, the camera displays a warning message and turns off automatically to protect the camera. • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode.
  • Page 91 Shooting images Nothing is displayed on the LCD screen when the power is turned • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 92 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 flash. The image taken with the flash is too dark.

  • Page 93: Viewing Images

    The image is blurred. • 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 (page 54). [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] (page 48) are also effective in reducing blur.

  • Page 94: Precautions

    Precautions On the functions available with the camera • Your camera is 1080 60i- Black, white, compatible or 1080 50i- red, blue and compatible. green points To check whether the camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 • Do not hold the camera by the 50i-compatible, check for the LCD screen.
  • Page 95 • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust accessories get into the camera. This may It is recommended that you use Sony cause the camera to malfunction, lenses/accessories designed to suit and in some cases this malfunction the characteristics of this camera.

  • Page 96: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery

    • To avoid the potential risk of data internal rechargeable battery may be loss, always copy (back up) data to dead. Consult your Sony dealer or other media. local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 97 • Before you record one-time events, Importing AVCHD movies make a trial recording to make sure to a computer that the camera is working When importing AVCHD movies to correctly. a computer, for Windows, use the • This camera is neither dust-proof, software “PlayMemories Home”...
  • Page 98 • Discs recorded with HD (high On the data specifications definition) image quality can be described in this manual played back only on AVCHD The data on performance and format-compatible devices. DVD- specifications are defined under the based players or recorders cannot following conditions, except as play back HD image quality discs, described in this manual: at an...

  • Page 99: Specifications

    Specifications [Shutter] Camera Type: Electronically-controlled, [System] vertical-traverse, focal-plane type Camera type: Interchangeable lens Speed range: digital camera Still images: 1/4 000 second to Lens: E-mount lens 30 seconds, BULB [Image sensor] Movies: 1/4 000 second to 1/4 second (1/3 EV step), Image sensor: APS-C format (23.5 mm 1080 60i-compatible device up to ×...
  • Page 100 Still image: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, (–4 °F to +140 °F) Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) Dimensions: compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 Approx. 50 mm × 22 mm × 54 mm Format) (2 inches × 7/8 inches × Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD 2 1/4 inches) (W/H/D) format Ver.
  • Page 101 Lens E16 – 50 mm E18 – 55 mm E55 – 210 mm Lens zoom lens zoom lens zoom lens Camera NEX-5RL/5RY NEX-5RK NEX-5RY Equivalent 24 – 75 27 – 82.5 82.5 – 315 35 mm-format focal length (mm) Lens groups – 8 –...
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  • Page 103 • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. • Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available).

  • Page 104: Index

    Index Access Point Settings....79 Date/Time Setup....29, 66 AEL w/ shutter......64 Delete ........35, 63 AF Illuminator ......64 Demo Mode......... 67 AF Micro Adj......66 Digital Zoom ....... 65 AF/MF Select....... 60 DISP (Display Contents)..... 46 Anti Motion Blur ......
  • Page 105 MF Assist ........65 Grid Line........64 MF Assist Time......65 Moisture condensation ....95 Movie .......... 32 Handbook........88 Movie Audio Rec ......66 Hand-held Twilight...... 48 MOVIE Button......66 HDMI Resolution ......67 Help Guide Display ..... 67 Help Guides .........
  • Page 106 Record Setting ......62 Touch Operation....38, 66 Recover Image DB ...... 68 Touch panel ......... 38 Red Eye Reduction ...... 64 Touch Shutter ......31, 60 Release w/o Lens ......65 Reset Default ....... 67 Upload Settings ......68 Reset Network Settings....
  • Page 107 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand...
  • Page 108 4-437-008-11(1) Interchangeable Table of contents Lens Digital Camera Sample photo Menu α Handbook Index © 2012 Sony Corporation NEX-6/NEX-5R...

  • Page 109: How To Use This Handbook

    Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right on the cover and each page to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use. Search for information by function.
  • Page 110 Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook ·····································2 Sample photo ························································7 Identifying parts ···················································13 List of icons on the screen···································20 Basic operations Operating the camera··········································23 Menu ···································································29 Shooting images··················································36 Playing back images ···········································39 Deleting images···················································41 Using the Photo Creativity function Photo Creativity ···················································42 Bkground Defocus···············································43...
  • Page 111 Using functions with the mode dial (NEX-6 only) Intelligent Auto·····················································64 Superior Auto ······················································66 Scene Selection ··················································68 Sweep Panorama················································70 Manual Exposure ················································72 Shutter Priority·····················································74 Aperture Priority ··················································75 Program Auto ······················································76 Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents) ·····································49 (Exposure Comp.) ··········································52 (Drive Mode)··············································53 (ISO) ·······························································60 ( Image Index) ·················································61...
  • Page 112 Using functions in the menu Shoot Mode (NEX-5R only) ·································30 Camera································································30 Image Size ··························································31 Brightness/Color··················································31 Playback······························································32 Application···························································32 Setup ···································································32 Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV····································203 Using with your computer··································206 Using the software·············································208 Connecting the camera to the computer ···········211 Creating a movie disc········································213...
  • Page 113 AVCHD format···················································241 Cleaning ····························································242 Index Index··································································243 This manual covers the NEX-6 and NEX-5R. Illustrations and display on the screen are for the NEX-6 unless otherwise noted. The main characteristics of each model are as follows: Model Mode dial Touch panel...

  • Page 114: Sample Photo

    Sample photo “This is the scene I want to capture in a photo, but how can I do?” You may find the answer by going through the sample photos listed here. Click the desired sample photo. Shooting people (page 8) Shooting macro photos (page 9) Shooting landscapes (page 10) Shooting sunset/night scenes (page 11)
  • Page 115 Shooting people A person stands out, while backgrounds The same scene with different brightness blurred away (43) (58) A happy smile (91) A person in candle light (69) A person in front of night view (68) A moving person (60) A group photo (56, 57) A person lit from behind (77) A person with soft skin tones (94)
  • Page 116 Shooting macro photos Defocusing the background (43) Adjusting the color to indoor light (105) Flowers (68) Lowering the amount of flash light (109) Focusing manually (79) Shooting subjects in better brightness (52) Preventing camera-shake for indoor shots Making food look appealing (52) (60) Continued r...

  • Page 117: Shooting Landscapes

    Shooting landscapes The sky in vivid colors (52) Running water (74) Vivid green colors (114) Colored leaves (114) Panoramic photos (70) Scenery with a wide range of brightness Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (110) (110) Defocusing the background (43) Keeping your shot level (136) Continued r...
  • Page 118 Shooting sunset/night scenes Holding the camera by hand (68) Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully (68) Fireworks (73) Trail of light (77) Defocusing the background (43) The same scene in different brightness (58) Preventing camera-shake (56) Continued r...
  • Page 119 Shooting fast moving subjects Following a moving subject (83) Expressing vigorous action (74) Shooting the subject approaching the Capturing the best moment (55) camera (79)

  • Page 120: Identifying Parts

    M Image sensor N Lens contacts For details on compatible accessories of the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used.
  • Page 121 E Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) F Charge lamp G Micro USB terminal (211) H HDMI terminal (203) I LCD screen (NEX-6 only) / LCD screen/Touch panel (NEX-5R only) (Flash pop-up) button (NEX-6 only) (77) (Playback) button (39) L Mode dial (NEX-6 only) (28)

  • Page 122: Lcd Screen

    • You can adjust the LCD screen upward by about 90 degrees. NEX-5R: • You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. • Tilt the LCD screen upward about 180 degrees when you take a self-portrait.
  • Page 123 • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. F Tripod socket hole NEX-5R • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods using screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and...
  • Page 124 Flash HVL-F7S (NEX-5R only) A Screw B Flash C Connector Do not touch this part directly. If it is dirty, wipe it off with a soft clean cloth. Lens E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-6L/6Y/5RL/5RY)
  • Page 125 E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5RK) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts G Mounting index Do not touch this part directly. Continued r...
  • Page 126 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-6Y/5RY) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts F Mounting index Do not touch this part directly.

  • Page 127: List Of Icons On The Screen

    List of icons on the screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel (page 49). Shooting standby Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S M Scene Selection Scene Recognition icon Graphic Display...
  • Page 128 Does not record sound Flash Mode/Red Eye during movie recording Reduction Touch operation status is only for NEX-6) (Touch Shutter/Object Flash compensation Tracking/Touch ±0.0 operation off) (NEX-5R Drive Mode only) Wind noise reduction is activated Self-portrait Self-timer SteadyShot/SteadyShot (NEX-5R only) warning Metering Mode...
  • Page 129 Recorded date/time of the image 12/12 Image number/Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when [Picture Effect] did not work on the image. Touch shutter ON/OFF switch (NEX-5R only) Histogram...

  • Page 130: Operating The Camera

    Basic operations Operating the camera The control wheel, control dial, soft key and touch panel (NEX-5R only) allow you to use various functions of the camera. NEX-6 NEX-5R Control dial Control dial Soft keys Control wheel Soft keys Control wheel...
  • Page 131 When you turn or press the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel following the on-screen display, you can select setting items. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. The arrow means you can turn the control wheel.
  • Page 132 You can set the aperture value and shutter speed, etc. by turning the control dial. The setting value assigned to the control dial changes for each shooting mode. NEX-6 Control dial Aperture value and shutter speed, etc. NEX-5R Control dial Aperture value and shutter speed, etc. Continued r...
  • Page 133 B as (View on Smartphone) button. Touch panel (NEX-5R only) You can operate the camera intuitively by touching the screen or sliding your finger across the screen. Touch the item on the screen to select it. Slide your finger across the screen to scroll down to hidden items.
  • Page 134 Operations (NEX-5R only) You can select items and make settings in two ways; by one is using the control wheel, or by the other is touching and sliding your finger across the screen (Touch panel). Operation Control wheel Touch panel Selecting an item Turn or press the top/bottom/left/right Touch the desired item.

  • Page 135: Shooting Mode

    Shooting mode Select a shooting mode based on the subject. NEX-6: 1 Turn the mode dial and set to the desired shooting mode. NEX-5R: 1 MENU t Select [Shoot Mode]. Or select MODE. MENU MODE 2 Turn the control wheel and select the desired shooting mode, and then press the center.

  • Page 136: Menu

    You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. NEX-6 NEX-5R 1 Select MENU. 2 Select the desired item by pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel, and then press the center.

  • Page 137: Shoot Mode (Nex-5R Only)

    Shoot Mode (NEX-5R only) Allows you to select a shooting mode, such as exposure mode, panoramic, [Scene Selection]. Superior Auto Shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting. Recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions automatically, performs Auto HDR, and chooses the best image.

  • Page 138: Image Size

    Changes the information to be displayed on the LCD screen. Finder Display(DISP) Changes the information to be displayed on an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the kind of information to be displayed on the LCD screen when you press the DISP button.

  • Page 139: Playback

    FINDER/LCD Setting Sets how to switch between an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R) and the LCD screen. Live View Display Allows you to choose whether or not to show the value of exposure compensation, etc.
  • Page 140 Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens. Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R) with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor attached (sold separately). Front Curtain Shutter Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter function.
  • Page 141 LCD Brightness Sets the brightness of the LCD screen. Viewfinder Bright. Sets the brightness of the Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). Display Color Selects the color of the LCD screen. Wide Image Selects a method to display wide images.
  • Page 142 Select Shoot. Folder Selects the recording folder to which still images and MP4 movies are recorded. New Folder Creates a new folder to which still images and MP4 movies are recorded. Recover Image DB Repairs the image database file when inconsistencies are found.

  • Page 143: Shooting Images

    Shooting images Shooting images with the settings in effect when you bought the camera is explained here. The camera makes decisions appropriate to the situation, and adjusts the settings. 1 Adjust the LCD screen angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera (NEX-6 only). The Scene Recognition function begins to work.
  • Page 144 – The subject is backlit. Shooting still images using touch operation (Touch Shutter function) (NEX-5R only) The camera adjusts the focus and releases the shutter automatically when you simply touch the subject that you want to focus on the screen. You can use the Touch Shutter function when [Touch Shutter] is set to [On] in the MENU.
  • Page 145 Notes • You cannot use [Touch Shutter] with the following operations: – Movie recording – [Sweep Panorama] – [Night Scene] in [Scene Selection] Touch operation when shooting a still image (NEX- 5R only) MENU t [Touch MENU t [Touch Shutter] is set to Shutter] is set to [On] [Off]...

  • Page 146: Playing Back Images

    1 Press the (Playback) button. 2 Select the image with the control wheel. Or, slide your finger across the screen to the left or right (NEX-5R only). 3 To play back panoramic images or movies, press the center of the control wheel.

  • Page 147: Enlarged Playback

    (NEX- 5R only). When you touch the image, the image is enlarged, centering on the spot you touched (NEX-5R only). 4 To cancel the enlarged playback, select Notes • You cannot use the enlarged playback function with movies.

  • Page 148: Deleting Images

    Deleting images You can delete the image displayed. 1 While displaying the image you want to delete, select (Delete). 2 Select OK. Select to quit the operation. (Delete) Notes • You cannot delete protected images. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Be sure that you want to delete the image before proceeding.

  • Page 149: Photo Creativity

    Using the Photo Creativity function Photo Creativity Using [Photo Creativity], you can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select the item you want to set from the items displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 150: Bkground Defocus

    Bkground Defocus Photo Creativity allows you to defocus the background easily to make the subject stand out, while checking the defocusing effect on the LCD screen. You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity).

  • Page 151: Brightness

    Brightness You can adjust the brightness easily in [Photo Creativity]. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Brightness]. 4 Select the desired brightness. : You can make images brighter. : You can make images darker. Select [AUTO] to restore to the original status.

  • Page 152: Color

    Color You can adjust the color easily in [Photo Creativity]. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Color]. 4 Select the desired color. : You can make the color warm. : You can make the color cool.

  • Page 153: Vividness

    Vividness You can adjust the vividness easily in [Photo Creativity]. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Vividness]. 4 Select the desired vividness. : You can make images vivid. : You can make images faint. Select [AUTO] to restore to the original status.

  • Page 154: Picture Effect

    Picture Effect You can set [Picture Effect] easily in [Photo Creativity]. Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression: 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Picture Effect]. 4 Select the desired effect.
  • Page 155 (Soft High-key) Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. (Partial Color: Creates an image which retains the color Red) red, but converts others to black and white. (Partial Color: Creates an image which retains the color Green) green, but converts others to black and white.

  • Page 156: Using The Control Wheel

    During playback, MENU t [Playback] t [Display Contents]. 2 Select the desired mode. Notes • You can set [Finder Display(DISP)] when an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached to the camera (NEX-5R only). • [Histogram] is not displayed during following operations. – Movie recording/playback – Panorama recording/playback –...
  • Page 157 Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this option when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). Press the Fn (Function) button and select the function for which you want to change the setting. The setting screen for the selected function opens.
  • Page 158 During playback Display Info. Shows recording information. Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically, in addition to recording information. No Disp. Info. Does not show recording information. What is histogram? The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture.

  • Page 159: Exposure Comp

    Exposure Comp. You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel t desired value. Or, MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Exposure Comp.] t desired value. Notes •...

  • Page 160: Drive Mode

    – [Hand-held Twilight] [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] – [Sweep Panorama] – [Auto HDR] – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only)

  • Page 161: Cont. Shooting

    – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR] – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) Shooting continuously with touch shutter (NEX-5R only) When the touch shutter operation is enabled, the camera shoots continuously while you keep touching the screen (page 84).

  • Page 162: Spd Priority Cont

    – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) • The speed of continuous shooting is estimated using our criteria. The speed of continuous shooting may be slower, depending on shooting conditions (Image size, ISO setting, High ISO NR, or the setting of [Lens Comp.: Distortion]).
  • Page 163 – [Hand-held Twilight] [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] – [Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR] – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only)
  • Page 164 – [Hand-held Twilight] [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] – [Sweep Panorama] – [Smile Shutter] – [Auto HDR] – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only)

  • Page 165: Bracket: Cont

    – [Auto HDR] – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) • The last shot is shown on the auto review.

  • Page 166: Remote Cdr

    – [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature] in [Picture Effect] – [Self-portrait Self-timer] is set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait (NEX-5R only) • The RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander is not compatible with movie shooting.
  • Page 167 Using functions in the menu Sets the luminous sensitivity. (ISO) on the control wheel t desired setting. Or, MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [ISO] t desired setting. (ISO AUTO) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. 100/200/400/800/ Sets the sensitivity to light of the imaging sensor. Higher 1600/3200/6400/ sensitivities enable faster shutter speeds and/or smaller apertures 12800/25600...

  • Page 168: Image Index

    3 To return to the single-image playback, select the desired image and press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch the desired image (NEX-5R only). Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar on the left of the image index screen, and then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel.

  • Page 169: Fn (Function) Button

    1 Press the Fn (Function) button. 2 Select a desired function by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. Or touch the desired function to change it (NEX-5R only). (Function) button 3 Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel.
  • Page 170 Using functions with the AEL button (NEX-6 only) AEL button (NEX-6 only) 1 Focus on the spot for which you want to set the exposure. 2 Press the AEL button. The exposure value is fixed and the (AE lock) lights button 3 Holding the AEL button down, focus on your subject and shoot.

  • Page 171: Intelligent Auto

    Using functions with the mode dial (NEX-6 only) Intelligent Auto The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the icon for recognized scene appears on the screen.
  • Page 172 Photo Creativity You can access the [Photo Creativity] menu by pressing the bottom part of the control wheel in [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] mode. Using the [Photo Creativity] menu, you can change the settings with easy operations and achieve creative photography (page 42). Tips for shooting a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the...

  • Page 173: Superior Auto

    Superior Auto The camera automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically. The camera shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting, such as Auto HDR, and chooses the best image.
  • Page 174 Photo Creativity You can access the [Photo Creativity] menu by pressing the bottom part of the control wheel in [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] mode. Using the [Photo Creativity] menu, you can change the settings with easy operations and achieve creative photography (page 42).

  • Page 175: Scene Selection

    When using the touch shutter, the camera shoots images continuously while you are touching the screen (NEX-5R only). (Sunset) Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. (Night Portrait) Shoots portraits in night scenes. Pop up the flash to use this mode.
  • Page 176 (Night Scene) Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. (Hand-held Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur Twilight) without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. (Anti Motion Allows you to shoot indoor shots without Blur)

  • Page 177: Sweep Panorama

    Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Sweep Panorama]. 2 Select the shooting direction by turning the control dial. 3 Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the brightness and focus, and then press the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 178 You can scroll panoramic images from the beginning to the end by pressing the center of the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press the center of the control wheel again to pause. You can scroll/pause by touching N/X on the screen (NEX-5R only).

  • Page 179: Manual Exposure

    Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Manual Exposure]. 2 Turn the control wheel to select shutter speed. Turn the control dial to select aperture.
  • Page 180 BULB You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Manual Exposure]. 2 Turn the control wheel counterclockwise until [BULB] is indicated. [BULB] 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. 4 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting.

  • Page 181: Shutter Priority

    Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. You can adjust the shutter speed also during movie recording.

  • Page 182: Aperture Priority

    Aperture Priority Blurs or sharpens things in front of and beyond the subject. You can adjust the aperture value also during movie recording. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Aperture Priority]. 2 Select the desired value with the control dial. Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but things in front of and beyond the subject are blurred.

  • Page 183: Program Auto

    Program Auto While exposure (shutter speed and aperture) is adjusted by the camera automatically, you can set shooting functions such as ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer. 1 Set the shooting mode to [Program Auto]. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

  • Page 184: Flash Mode

    2 When you want to fire the flash, press the (Flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash. (Flash pop-up) button NEX-5R: 1 Attach the flash and raise it. 2 MENU t [Camera] t [Flash Mode] t desired mode. (Flash Off) Does not fire even if the flash is raised.
  • Page 185 Shoe Adaptor (sold separately) (NEX-6 only). • The [Wireless] setting cannot be used with the camera’s internal flash (NEX-6 only). • You cannot use the [Self-portrait Self-timer] function when a flash is attached to the camera (NEX-5R only).

  • Page 186: Af/Mf Select

    • If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera. NEX-6: NEX-5R: 18 mm 18 mm (23/32 in.) (23/32 in.)
  • Page 187 DMF (Direct Manual Focus) 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharper focus. Notes •...

  • Page 188: Autofocus Area

    You can also determine the focus area by touching the screen (NEX-5R only) (page 38). AF range finder frame Notes • When this function is set to other than [Multi], you cannot use the [Face Detection] function.
  • Page 189 Phase Detection AF Area If the Phase Detection AF ranging points are displayed inside the selected auto focus area, the camera focuses using the Phase Detection AF and the contrast AF in combination. You can set the display of the Phase Detection AF ranging points by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Phase Detection AF Area] (page 131).

  • Page 190: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Mode] t desired mode. (Single-shot The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when the subject is motionless.
  • Page 191 Touch Shutter (NEX-5R only) The camera adjusts the focus and releases the shutter automatically when you simply touch the subject that you want to focus on the screen. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Touch Shutter] t [On]. (On) Uses touch shutter function.

  • Page 192: Object Tracking

    Tracks the subject that the camera is focused on. (Off) Does not track the subject that the camera is focused on. Focusing is performed where you touch (NEX-5R only). To cancel this function, select Notes • Tracking may be difficult in the following situations: –...
  • Page 193 Tracking the face you want to shoot The camera stops tracking a subject when the subject moves off of the screen. When [Face Detection] is set to [On] and the subject to be tracked is a face, if the face disappears from the screen while the camera is tracking, and then returns to the screen, the camera focuses on that face again.
  • Page 194 Zoom With the [Zoom] feature of the camera, the camera allows you to use a higher magnification zoom than the optical zoom factor of the zoom lens to magnify the image. The maximum zoom scale that can be set with the [Zoom] feature of the camera depends on the setting of [Image Size] (page 98), [Clear Image Zoom] (page 139), or [Digital Zoom] (page 140).
  • Page 195 Your purpose Clear Digital Image Zoom scale with optical zoom Image Zoom Size Zoom Zooming images by – trimming them in the About available range (without 1.4× deterioration of image quality). About 2× Giving priority to image About quality when zooming 2×* images.

  • Page 196: Face Detection

    Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and perform image processing automatically. You can select the priority face to be focused Face Detection frame (white) When the camera detects more than 1 subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority.

  • Page 197: Face Registration

    The smaller the number of the position, the higher the priority. Notes • You cannot select priority level 8 by touching the screen. If you want to change the level to 8, select it using the control wheel (NEX-5R only).

  • Page 198: Smile Shutter

    Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [On]. 2 To set the sensitivity to detect a smile, OPTION t desired setting. 3 Wait for a smile to be detected. Face Detection frame (orange) When the smile level exceeds the b point on the...
  • Page 199 Tips for better capturing of smiles 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible.

  • Page 200: Auto Port. Framing

    Auto Port. Framing When the camera detects and shoots a face, the captured image is automatically trimmed into its optimal composition. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. The trimmed image is recorded in the same size as the original image size. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Auto Port.

  • Page 201: Soft Skin Effect

    Soft Skin Effect Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the [Face Detection] function. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Soft Skin Effect] t [On]. 2 To set the intensity of the Soft Skin Effect, OPTION t desired setting. (On) Uses the [Soft Skin Effect] function.

  • Page 202: Shooting Tip List

    Turn the control wheel to scroll the text up and down. You can access a tip from the [Table of contents]. Notes • You cannot scroll the text by sliding your finger across the screen. Use the control wheel to scroll the text (NEX-5R only).

  • Page 203: Disp (Display Contents)

    DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the screen display modes that can be selected with [Display Contents] (page 49) in shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [DISP Button(Monitor)]. 2 Select the desired mode. The items marked with are available. Graphic Display Shows basic shooting information.
  • Page 204 Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this option when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). Press the Fn (Function) button and select a function for which you want to change the setting.
  • Page 205 Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Image Size] t desired mode.
  • Page 206 Tips for selecting the image size The images appear differently, depending on the mode selected. Standard Wide The images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel.

  • Page 207: Aspect Ratio

    Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints. 16:9 For viewing on a high-definition TV. Notes • You cannot set this item when shooting in [Sweep Panorama] mode.

  • Page 208: Raw Images

    Quality Selects the compression format of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Quality] t desired mode. RAW (RAW) File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) This format does not allow you to perform any digital processing on the images.

  • Page 209: Panorama Direction

    Panorama Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot [Sweep Panorama] images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode. (Right) Pan the camera in the direction you set. (Left) (Up) (Down)

  • Page 210: File Format

    File Format Selects the movie file format. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [File Format] t desired mode. AVCHD Records 60i/50i movies, 24p/25p movies or 60p/50p movies in AVCHD format. This file format is suitable for viewing the movie on a high-definition TV. You can create a Blu-ray Disc, an AVCHD recording disc, or a DVD-Video disc using the supplied software “PlayMemories Home.”...

  • Page 211: Record Setting

    Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the data rate (average bit-rate) per second, the higher the image quality. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Record Setting] t desired mode. [File Format]: [AVCHD] Bit-rate Recording 60i 24M(FX)*...

  • Page 212: White Balance

    White Balance Adjusts the color temperature according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color temperature of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color temperature on purpose for photographic expression.
  • Page 213 The higher the number, the more reddish the image, and the lower the number, the more bluish the image. 3 Adjust the color temperature by pressing the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel or by touching the graph on the screen (NEX-5R only). Continued r...

  • Page 214: Custom White Balance

    Custom White Balance 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [Custom Setup]. 2 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center, and then press the shutter button down. The shutter clicks and the calibrated values (color temperature and color filter) are displayed. 3 To call the custom white balance setting, MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [White Balance] t [Custom].

  • Page 215: Metering Mode

    Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Metering Mode] t desired mode. (Multi) Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).

  • Page 216: Flash Comp

    Selecting higher values (+ side) makes the flash level higher and images brighter. Selecting lower values (– side) makes the flash level lower and images darker. NEX-5R: 1 Attach the flash and raise it. 2 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Flash Comp.] t desired value.
  • Page 217 DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t desired mode. (Off) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR]. (D-Range By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the Opt.) contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation.

  • Page 218: Auto Hdr

    Auto HDR Widens the range (gradations) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts in correct brightness (HDR: High Dynamic Range). 1 image with proper exposure and 1 overlaid image are recorded. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [Auto HDR]. 2 OPTION t desired value.
  • Page 219 Picture Effect You can shoot with an effect filter to obtain the various textures. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Picture Effect] t desired mode. (Off) Disables the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera) Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors.
  • Page 220 (Soft Focus) Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect. You can set the intensity of the effect with OPTION. (HDR Creates the look of a painting, Painting) enhancing the colors and details. The camera releases the shutter 3 times. You can set the intensity of the effect with OPTION.

  • Page 221: Creative Style

    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 camera adjusts the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Creative Style] t desired mode. 2 When you want to adjust contrast, saturation, or sharpness, OPTION t desired setting.

  • Page 222: Deleting An Image

    Multiple Img. Deletes the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel to select OK. Or, touch the image and select OK (NEX-5R only). All in Folder Deletes all images in the selected folder, or all AVCHD movies. All AVCHD view...

  • Page 223: Still/Movie Select

    Still/Movie Select Selects the unit of images to be played back. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Still/Movie Select] t desired mode. Folder View(Still) Displays still images by folder. Folder View(MP4) Displays MP4 movies by folder. AVCHD View Displays AVCHD movies.

  • Page 224: Slide Show

    Slide Show Plays back images automatically. Plays back only 3D images in Slide Show on the 3D TV connected to the camera. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Slide Show] t desired mode t OK. Repeat Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the Slide Show ends.

  • Page 225: View On Smartphone

    View on Smartphone You can transfer still images to a Smartphone and view them. Download the application “PlayMemories Mobile” to your Smartphone from the application store. 1 Install “PlayMemories Mobile” to your Smartphone. Please download “PlayMemories Mobile” to your Smartphone from the application store for your Smartphone.
  • Page 226 Transferring images to Android using “PlayMemories Mobile” 1 Start “PlayMemories Mobile” on Android. 2 Select the camera (DIRECT-xxxx:NEX-xxx). 3 Enter the password that is displayed on the camera. Android is connected to the camera. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to transfer the image. Continued r...
  • Page 227 Transferring images to iOS using “PlayMemories Mobile” 1 Select the camera (DIRECT-xxxx:NEX-xxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of the iOS. 2 Enter the password that is displayed on the camera. iOS is connected to the camera. 3 Start “PlayMemories Mobile” on the iOS. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to transfer the image.

  • Page 228: Send To Computer

    Send to Computer You can easily back up images by transferring them to a computer connected to the network. Before saving, install the software “PlayMemories Home” on your computer, connect the computer and the camera using a USB cable, and register the camera to “PlayMemories Home.”...

  • Page 229: View On Tv

    View on TV If the camera and TV are not connected using an HDMI cable, you can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring the image from the camera. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [View on TV] t desired device to be connected. 2 When you want to play back images using slideshow, select To play back images manually, press the right/left side...

  • Page 230: Specify Printing

    1 Select an image and press the center of the control wheel. To cancel the selection, select the -marked image again. You can select or deselect by touching the image (NEX-5R only). 2 Repeat the operation on all images you want to print.
  • Page 231 You can switch between still image playback and movie playback by pressing the center of the control wheel. NEX-5R: You can also select a folder by touching the bar on the left. You can switch between still image playback and...

  • Page 232: Enlarge Image

    Enlarge Image]. 2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel. Or, touch on the screen (NEX-5R only). 3 Select the portion you want to see by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel. Or, select the portion you want to enlarge by sliding your finger across the image (NEX-5R only).
  • Page 233 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Rotate]. 2 Press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch (Rotate) on the screen (NEX-5R only). The image rotates counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press the center. Or, the image rotates as you touch on the screen (NEX-5R only).
  • Page 234 Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel to select OK. Or, touch the image and select OK (NEX-5R only). Cancel All Images Cancels the protection of all still images. Cancel All Cancels the protection of all movies (MP4).

  • Page 235: Volume Settings

    Volume Settings Adjusts the sound volume of movies in 8 steps. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value. Adjusting the volume during playback The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while playing back movies.

  • Page 236: Ael W/ Shutter

    • AEL button operation (NEX-6 only) is given priority over the [AEL w/ shutter] settings. • When [AEL toggle] is assigned to soft key B using [Custom Key Settings], operation using soft key B will be given priority over the [AEL w/ shutter] settings (NEX-5R only).

  • Page 237: Af Illuminator

    AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [AF Illuminator] t desired setting.
  • Page 238 For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • When using an A-mount lens (sold separately) with the Mount Adaptor (sold separately), Phase Detection AF of the camera will not be activated.

  • Page 239: Red Eye Reduction

    Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired 2 or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired setting. The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Does not use [Red Eye Reduction].

  • Page 240: (Nex-6 Only)

    FINDER/LCD Setting The sensors in the Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R) can detect whether it is being used and the camera switches the display. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [FINDER/LCD Setting] t desired setting. Auto When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically.

  • Page 241: Live View Display

    Live View Display Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, [Creative Style], or [Picture Effect] on the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Live View Display] t desired setting. Setting Effect ON Shows the images with effects applied.

  • Page 242: Auto Review

    Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the LCD screen right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Auto Review] t desired setting. 10 Sec Displays for the set time. Selecting (Enlarge Image) allows you to check the enlarged 5 Sec image.

  • Page 243: Grid Line

    Grid Line Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting. Rule of 3rds Grid Place main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds for a well-balanced composition.

  • Page 244: Peaking Level

    Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function is useful for macro or portrait shooting that requires fine focus adjustments. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Level] t desired setting. High Sets the peaking level to high.

  • Page 245: Peaking Color

    Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function in manual focus. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Color] t desired setting. White Enhances outlines in white. Enhances outlines in red. Yellow Enhances outlines in yellow. Notes • This function cannot be set when [Peaking Level] is set to [Off].

  • Page 246: Clear Image Zoom

    Clear Image Zoom Sets whether or not to use [Clear Image Zoom] when the [Zoom] feature of the camera is used (page 87). Zooms an image with higher quality than [Digital Zoom]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Clear Image Zoom] t desired setting. Uses the [Clear Image Zoom] feature.

  • Page 247: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Sets whether to use [Digital Zoom] or not when the [Zoom] feature of the camera is used (page 87). Zooms an image with higher magnification than [Clear Image Zoom] but the image quality deteriorates compared to [Clear Image Zoom]. This feature can be also available in movie recording.
  • Page 248 Self-portrait Self-timer (NEX-5R only) Sets whether to set the shooting mode to the 3-second delay self-timer when the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Self-portrait Self-timer] t [On]. Automatically sets the shooting mode to the 3-second delay self- timer when the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees.

  • Page 249: S. Auto Image Extract

    S. Auto Image Extract. Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in [Superior Auto] mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [S. Auto Image Extract.] t desired setting. Auto Saves 1 appropriate image selected by the camera. Saves all of the images.

  • Page 250: Mf Assist

    MF Assist Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual-focusing easier. This works in the [Manual Focus] or [DMF] mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t desired setting. 2 Turn the focusing ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged by 4.8 times.

  • Page 251: Mf Assist Time

    MF Assist Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an expanded form for the [MF Assist] function. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist Time] t desired setting. No Limit Enlarges the display until is selected. 5 Sec Enlarges the image for 5 seconds.

  • Page 252: Color Space

    Color Space 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 your purpose. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Color Space] t desired setting. sRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera.
  • Page 253 SteadyShot Sets whether or not you use the [SteadyShot] function of the lens. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [SteadyShot] t desired setting. Uses [SteadyShot]. Does not use [SteadyShot]. This setting is recommended when you use a tripod. Notes • [On] is selected when using the following functions: –...

  • Page 254: Release W/O Lens

    Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens is attached. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Release w/o Lens] t desired setting. Enable Releases the shutter when no lens is attached. Select this option when you attach the camera on an astronomical telescope, etc.

  • Page 255: Eye-Start Af

    Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R). 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Eye-Start AF] t desired setting. Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder.

  • Page 256: Front Curtain Shutter

    Front Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Front Curtain Shutter] t desired setting. Uses the electronic front curtain shutter function. Does not use the electronic front curtain shutter function. Notes •...

  • Page 257: Long Exposure Nr

    Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to one second or longer (long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the duration that the shutter is open. With the function turned on, the grainy noise typical of long exposures is reduced. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Long Exposure NR] t desired setting.

  • Page 258: High Iso Nr

    High ISO NR When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the camera reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. When noise reduction is in effect, a message may appear and you cannot take another picture. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [High ISO NR] t desired setting. Normal Activates high ISO noise reduction normally.

  • Page 259: Lens Comp.: Shading

    Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Shading] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Notes •...

  • Page 260: Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber

    Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.] t desired setting. Auto Reduces the color deviation automatically. Does not compensate for the color deviation. Notes •...

  • Page 261: Lens Comp.: Distortion

    Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Notes •...

  • Page 262: Face Priority Tracking

    Face Priority Tracking Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or not when the camera detects that face during object tracking. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Face Priority Tracking] t desired setting. Preferentially-tracks the face. When the face is not visible on the LCD screen, the camera tracks the body, but when the face is visible, the camera tracks the face.

  • Page 263: Auto Slow Shutter

    Auto Slow Shutter Set whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the subject is dark. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Auto Slow Shutter] t desired setting. Uses [Auto Slow Shutter]. The shutter speed automatically slows. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations.

  • Page 264: Movie Audio Rec

    Movie Audio Rec Sets whether or not you record the sound during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting. Records sound (stereo). Does not record sound. Notes • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected.

  • Page 265: Wind Noise Reduct

    Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wind Noise Reduct.] t desired setting. Reduces wind noise. Does not reduce wind noise. Notes • Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume.

  • Page 266: Af Micro Adj

    [±0], or reset the values of all the lenses using [Clear]. • Use [AF Micro Adj.] with Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lenses only. If you use [AF Micro Adj.] with other brands of lenses, the registered value may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.

  • Page 267: Menu Start

    Menu start Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu or to display the screen of the item you set the last time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Menu start] t desired setting. Always displays the first screen of the menu. Previous Displays the last item set.

  • Page 268: Function Menu Settings

    Function Menu Settings Assigns functions to the Fn (Function) button. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Function Menu Settings] t Assigns the desired function to [Custom 1] to [Custom 6]. Default settings Functions that can be assigned to the Fn button Custom 1 AF/MF Select Custom 2...

  • Page 269: Movie Button

    MOVIE Button Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MOVIE Button] t desired setting. Activates the MOVIE button. Deactivates the MOVIE button.

  • Page 270: Ael Button (Nex-6 Only)

    Custom Key Settings Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the appropriate key on the shooting information screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] AEL button (NEX-6 only) t Assigns functions to the soft keys using [Func.
  • Page 271 Auto Port. Framing AEL toggle (page 165) (NEX-5R only) Soft Skin Effect View on Smartphone Quality Download Appli. White Balance Application List Metering Mode Not set DRO/Auto HDR Notes • [Custom Key Settings] is available with the following shooting modes. A function that has been assigned to the soft key is called only in the following shooting mode.

  • Page 272: Ael Toggle

    (AE lock) lights up. 5 Focus on your subject and press the shutter button. 6 To cancel the exposure lock, press the AEL button again. NEX-5R: 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t [Soft key B Setting]. 2 Select [AEL toggle].
  • Page 273 Touch Operation (NEX-5R only) Sets whether or not to operate the camera using the touch panel. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Touch Operation] t desired setting. Allows operation using the touch panel. Does not allow operation using the touch panel.
  • Page 274 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting. Audible signals will be emitted when you operate the control wheel, soft keys and control dial. The audible signals also turn on when you touch the screen (NEX-5R only). Turns off the audible signal.
  • Page 275 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [ Language] t desired language.

  • Page 276: Date/Time Setup

    • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PlayMemories Home” on the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date. • You cannot set the date and time by touching the screen (NEX-5R only).

  • Page 277: Area Setting

    1 MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting] t desired setting. 2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to select an area. Notes • You cannot select an area by touching the screen (NEX-5R only).

  • Page 278: Help Guide Display

    Help Guide Display You can set whether to display the help guide when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t desired setting. Displays the help guide. Does not display the help guide.

  • Page 279: Power Save

    Power Save You can shorten the waiting time until the camera is turned off when it is not being operated to prevent the battery from being consumed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. [Power Saving Start Time] is automatically set to [10 Sec]. If you do not operate the camera for a given period of time, the brightness of the LCD screen is reduced.

  • Page 280: Power Saving Start Time

    Power Saving Start Time You can set time intervals to switch to power save mode. To return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Saving Start Time] t desired setting. 30 Min Switches to power save mode after the set time.

  • Page 281: Lcd Brightness

    LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [LCD Brightness] t desired setting. Manual Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors.

  • Page 282: Viewfinder Bright

    Viewfinder Bright. When you use Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately for the NEX-5R), the brightness of Electronic Viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Viewfinder Bright.] 2 Look through the viewfinder and select the desired setting.

  • Page 283: Display Color

    Display Color Selects the color of the LCD screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Color] t desired setting. Black Turns to the selected color. White Blue Pink...

  • Page 284: Wide Image

    Wide Image Selects the method used for displaying the wide images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wide Image] t desired setting. Full Screen Displays the wide images on the entire screen. Normal Displays the wide images and the operation information on the screen.

  • Page 285: Playback Display

    Playback Display Selects the orientation when playing back still images recorded in the portrait position. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Playback Display] t desired setting. Auto Rotate Displays in the portrait position. Manual Rotate Displays in the landscape position.

  • Page 286: Hdmi Resolution

    HDMI Resolution When you connect the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [HDMI Resolution] t desired setting. Auto The camera automatically recognizes an HD TV and sets the output resolution.

  • Page 287: Ctrl For Hdmi

    CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting the camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back images on your camera by the TV’s remote control aiming at the TV. See page 205 on “BRAVIA” Sync. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t desired setting.

  • Page 288: Usb Connection

    USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [USB Connection] t desired setting. Auto Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, in accordance with a computer or other USB devices to be connected.

  • Page 289: Cleaning Mode

    Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Cleaning Mode] t OK. The message “After cleaning, turn camera off. Continue?” appears. 2 Select OK. The anti-dust is activated automatically. 3 Turn the camera off. 4 Detach the lens.
  • Page 290 Calibration (NEX-5R only) Enables you to perform calibration when the touch panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points where you touch. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Calibration]. 2 Touch the center of the × mark displayed on the screen in order.
  • Page 291 Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Notes • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a sufficiently charged battery pack or the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately).

  • Page 292: Demo Mode

    Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Demo Mode] t desired setting. The demonstration begins automatically when the camera is not operated for about 1 minute.
  • Page 293 Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you activate [Initialize], the images are retained. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Initialize] t the desired setting. Reset Default Initializes the main setting to the default settings. • The following settings are not reset: –...
  • Page 294 Format Formats the memory card. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.

  • Page 295: File Number

    File Number Selects the method to use to assign file numbers to still images and MP4 movies. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [File Number] t desired setting. Series The camera does not reset numbers, and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches “9999.” Reset The camera resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files from “0001.”...

  • Page 296: Folder Name

    Folder Name Still images you shoot are recorded in a folder that is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the folder name form. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Folder Name] t desired setting. Standard Form The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF.

  • Page 297: Select Shoot. Folder

    Select Shoot. Folder When a [Standard Form] folder is selected under [Folder Name] and there are 2 or more folders, you can select the recording folder to which still images and MP4 movies are recorded. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired folder. Notes •...

  • Page 298: New Folder

    New Folder Creates a new folder in the memory card to which still images and MP4 movies are recorded. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [New Folder]. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used.

  • Page 299: Recover Image Db

    Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are caused in the image database file by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back on this camera. If these inconsistencies happen, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t OK.

  • Page 300: Display Card Space

    Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies on the memory card. Number of recordable still images is also displayed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Card Space].

  • Page 301: Upload Settings

    Upload Settings Sets whether or not you use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Upload Settings] t desired setting. Enables the upload function.

  • Page 302: Wps Push

    WPS Push If your access point has the WPS button, you can register the access point to the camera easily by pushing the WPS button. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [WPS Push]. 2 Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. Notes •...
  • Page 303 Access Point Settings 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. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Access Point Settings].
  • Page 304 When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. Select the desired button using the top/bottom/right/left areas of the control wheel and enter by pressing the center. You can operate the keyboard by touching the screen (NEX-5R only). Screen Functions...
  • Page 305 Other setting items Depending on the status or the setting method of your access point, you may want to set more items. Screen names Functions Priority Selects [On] or [Off] for [Priority Connection]. Connection WPS PIN Displays the IP address you enter into the connected device. IP Address Selects [Auto] or [Manual Setting].

  • Page 306: Edit Device Name

    Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Edit Device Name]. 2 Select the input box, then input the device name t OK. For input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard” (page 197).

  • Page 307: Disp Mac Address

    Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Disp MAC Address].

  • Page 308: Reset View On Smartphone

    Reset View on Smartphone The camera shares the connection information for [View on Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the camera, reset the connection information by following these steps. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset View on Smartphone] t OK.

  • Page 309: Reset Network Settings

    Reset Network Settings Resets all the network settings to default settings. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset Network Settings].

  • Page 310: Viewing Images On A

    TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 1 Turn off both your camera and the TV. 2 Connect the camera to the TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately). NEX-6: NEX-5R: 1 To the HDMI 1 To the HDMI connector connector...
  • Page 311 On “PhotoTV HD” This camera 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 Full HD quality.
  • Page 312 Using “BRAVIA” Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control. 1 Connect a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync to the camera. The input is automatically switched and the image shot with the camera appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 313: Using With Your Computer

    Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • “Image Data Converter” You can open RAW format image files. • “PlayMemories Home” You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to enhance the images you have shot.
  • Page 314 Recommended computer environment (Mac) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 – v10.8 “Image Data Converter Ver.4”: Mac OS X v10.5 – v10.8 “Image Data CPU: Intel processor, such as Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 Converter Ver.4”...

  • Page 315: Using The Software

    Using the software Installing the software (Windows) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If the installation menu screen does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t (PMHOME) t [Install.exe].
  • Page 316 Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. “Image Data Converter” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using “PlayMemories Home” With “PlayMemories Home”, you can do the following: • You can import images shot with the camera to your computer and display them on the computer.
  • Page 317 Using “PlayMemories Home” Refer to “PlayMemories Home Help Guide.” Double-click the shortcut of (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the desktop, or click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. “PlayMemories Home” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/...

  • Page 318: Connecting The Camera To The Computer

    • When the camera is connected to the computer, if you operate AVCHD movies or folders from the connected computer, images may be damaged or cannot be played. 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 319: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    The image is displayed. The software for Mac computers For details on other software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Disconnecting the camera from the computer Complete steps 1 and 2 below before performing the following operations: • Disconnecting the USB cable.

  • Page 320: Creating A Movie Disc

    Disc type/usage Record setting available Player Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) You can keep high-definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format playback...
  • Page 321 (HD) disc is created. • You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc High-definition image quality on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) Blu-ray Disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players.
  • Page 322 Disc. You cannot add contents to either type of disc once it has been created. To create Blu-ray Discs with “PlayMemories Home,” you have to install proprietary add-on software. For details, access the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ An Internet connection environment is required to install the add-on software. See “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” for details.
  • Page 323 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc on a computer You can create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc from AVCHD movies imported to a computer using supplied software “PlayMemories Home.” 1 Start up [PlayMemories Home] and click (Create Discs).

  • Page 324: Printing Still Images

    Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods. • Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • Printing using a computer You can import images to a computer using the “PlayMemories Home” software and print the images.

  • Page 325: Adding Functions To The Camera

    Adding functions to the camera Application Adding functions to the camera (Application downloading) You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application downloading website (PlayMemories Camera Apps) via the Internet. For example, the following functions are available: •...

  • Page 326: Downloading Applications

    Starting up downloading services 1 Access the application downloading 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 camera. Notes • The application downloading function may not be available in some countries and regions. For details, refer to the application downloading website above.

  • Page 327: Uninstalling Applications

    2 Select the application of which you want to change the order. 3 Select the destination. Confirming the account information of “PlayMemories Camera Apps” 1 Select MENU t [Application] t [Application Management] t [Display Account Information]. The account information of “Sony Entertainment Network” which is registered on the camera is displayed.

  • Page 328: Launching The Downloaded Application

    (PlayMemories Camera Apps). 1 Select MENU t [Application] t desired application to launch. Notes • When using an application which is downloaded from website, you cannot use [Touch Shutter] (NEX-5R only). How to launch the applications faster 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 (page 163).

  • Page 329: Troubleshooting

    2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about 1 minute, re-insert the battery pack, and then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 186). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed.
  • Page 330 The charge lamp on the camera flashes when charging the battery pack. • You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. • If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp on the camera may flash.
  • Page 331 The flash does not work. • Pop up the flash (NEX-6) or raise the flash (NEX-5R). • You cannot use a flash with the following recording mode: – [Bracket: Cont.] – [Sweep Panorama] – [Night Scene], [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] –...

  • Page 332: Deleting/Editing Images

    • The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera. The self-timer lamp does not flash (NEX-5R only). • When the LCD screen is tilted upward about 180 degrees with [Self-portrait Self-timer] set to [On] and the camera is ready to take a self-portrait, the self-timer lamp does not flash.

  • Page 333: Memory Card

    Computers Not sure if the OS of the computer is compatible with the camera. • Check “Recommended computer environment” (page 206). The computer does not recognize the camera. • Check that the camera is turned on. • When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack, or use the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately).
  • Page 334 • The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack. Charge the battery pack and set the date again (page 169). If the message appears every time you charge the battery pack, the internal rechargeable battery may be exhausted. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 335 • If an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the camera again. If the camera does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. “--E-” appears on the screen.

  • Page 336: Warning Messages

    Warning messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions accordingly. Incompatible battery. Use correct model. • An incompatible battery pack is being used. Set Area/Date/Time. • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery.
  • Page 337 • The SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 338 Recording is unavailable in this movie format. • Set [File Format] to [MP4]. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. • Images recorded with other cameras may not be enlarged or rotated. No images selected. • You attempted to delete without specifying images. No images changed.

  • Page 339: Using The Camera Abroad

    Others Using the camera abroad You can use the AC Adaptor in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Notes • An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction. On TV color systems The camera automatically detects the color system to match that of the connected video device.
  • Page 340 Memory card You can use following memory cards with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card. You cannot use a MultiMediaCard. Notes • Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the camera. •...
  • Page 341 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be used. Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) • This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro”...

  • Page 342: Infolithium" Battery Pack

    “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack Your camera operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FW50. You cannot use any other battery packs. “InfoLITHIUM” W series battery packs have the mark. An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions with the camera.
  • Page 343 • To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the power goes off. • To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing the battery pack. On battery life •...

  • Page 344: Battery Charging

    Battery charging • Only NP-FW50 battery packs (and no others) can be charged. Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and/or burn. • Remove the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or disconnect the USB cable from the camera.

  • Page 345: Mount Adaptor

    * The autofocus speed will be slower compared to when an E-mount lens is attached. (When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be about 2 seconds to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. The speed may vary depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.)
  • Page 346 15 AF areas with the control wheel. Notes • 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. • When you are using the Mount Adaptor and record movies, press the shutter button halfway down to use autofocus.
  • Page 347 Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) (NEX-5R only) By attaching an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) to the Smart Accessory Terminal 2 of the camera, you can shoot images while looking through the Electronic Viewfinder. Turn the camera off when you attach or remove an Electronic Viewfinder.

  • Page 348: Avchd Format

    AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification or the 720p specification using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data.

  • Page 349: Cleaning The Camera

    Cleaning Cleaning the camera • Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts. Blow away dust from inside the mount with a commercially available blower*. For details on cleaning the image sensor, see page 182. * Do not use a spray type blower as doing so may cause a malfunction. •...
  • Page 350 Index Index Computer ............206 Recommended environment ....206, 218 Access Point Settings ........196 Connection AdobeRGB ............145 Computer ............211 AEL button ..........63, 165 TV ...............203 AEL toggle ............165 Cont. Shooting ............54 AEL w/ shutter ..........129 Continuous AF ............83 AF Illuminator ..........
  • Page 351 Eye-Fi card ............194 Eye-Start AF ............ 148 Landscape ............68 Language ............168 LCD Brightness ..........174 Face Detection ........... 89 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber........153 Face Priority Tracking ........155 Lens Comp.: Distortion ........154 Face Registration ..........90 Lens Comp.: Shading ........152 File Format ............
  • Page 352 Peaking Color ..........138 Shooting ..............36 Peaking Level ..........137 Movie ............36 Phase Detection AF Area ......... 131 Still image .............36 Photo Creativity ..........42 Shooting Tip List ..........95 Picture Effect ..........47, 112 Shutter Priority ...........74 Playback ............. 39 Shutter speed ............74 Playback Display ..........
  • Page 353 Wind Noise Reduct.......... 158 Windows ............208 Wireless ............. 77 WPS Push ............195 Zoom ..............87...
  • Page 354 GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code.

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