Page 1 This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the website when you set up your camera. (Another window will open.) ILCE-7C lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.) How to use the “Help Guide”...
Page 2: Preparing The Camera
Icons and indicators List of icons on the monitor Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Preparing the camera Checking the camera and the supplied items FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 Charging the battery pack Inserting/removing the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Charging by connecting to a computer Battery life and number of recordable images...
Page 3 Focusing Focus Mode Auto focus Focus Area Focus Area Limit Phase detection AF Focus Standard Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) AF/MF control AF w/ shutter (still image) AF On Focusing on eyes (Face/Eye AF Set.) AF in Focus Mag.
Page 4: Interval Shooting
Manual focus Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Peaking Setting Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode Cont. Shooting Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont.
Page 5 File Format (still image) RAW File Type (still image) JPEG Quality (still image) JPEG Image Size (still image) Aspect Ratio (still image) APS-C/Super 35mm Angle of view Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial function Intelligent Auto About Scene Recognition Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority...
Page 6 Exposure Std. Adjust Exp.comp.set Zebra Setting Correcting brightness and contrast automatically D-Range Optimizer (DRO) Auto HDR Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO Setting: ISO ISO Setting: ISO Range Limit ISO Setting: ISO AUTO Min. SS Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting About zoom scale...
Page 7: Recording Movies
Reducing blur SteadyShot SteadyShot Settings Lens compensation Lens Comp. Noise reduction Long Exposure NR (still image) High ISO NR (still image) Face detection Regist. Faces Priority Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) Face Registration (Delete) Using the flash Using flash (sold separately) Red Eye Reduction Flash Mode...
Page 8 Audio Level Display Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Picture Profile Gamma Disp. Assist Auto Slow Shutter (movie) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) AF Transition Speed (movie) AF Subj. Shift Sens. (movie) TC/UB Settings TC/UB Disp. Switch Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) 4K Output Select (movie) Video Light Mode...
Page 9: Customizing The Camera
Display as Group Cont. PB for Interval PB Speed for Interval Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Protecting data Protecting images (Protect) Setting Rating function Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Designating images for printing (DPOF) Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing) Deleting images Deleting a displayed image Deleting multiple selected images (Delete)
Page 10 Sort Item Delete Item Delete Page Delete All Display From My Menu Checking images before/after recording Auto Review Aperture Preview Shot. Result Preview Live View Display Monitor/viewfinder settings Grid Line FINDER/MONITOR Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Finder Frame Rate (still image) Display Quality Bright Monitoring Memory card settings...
Page 11: Using Network Functions
Auto Power OFF Temp. NTSC/PAL Selector HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60p compatible models) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie) HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply...
Page 12 Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Send to Smartphone Func.: Cnct. during Power OFF Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Reading location information from a smartphone Location Info.
Page 13: List Of Menu Items
Importing images to the computer Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) List of MENU items Using MENU items Camera Settings1 File Format (still image) RAW File Type (still image) JPEG Quality (still image) JPEG Image Size (still image) Aspect Ratio (still image) APS-C/Super 35mm Long Exposure NR (still image)
Page 14 Aperture Drive in AF (still image) AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area) Focus Frame Color AF Area Auto Clear Disp.
Page 15 Priority Set in AWB D-Range Optimizer (DRO) Auto HDR Creative Style Picture Effect Picture Profile Shutter AWB Lock (still image) Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) MF Assist (still image) Peaking Setting Anti-flicker Shoot.
Page 16 Audio Rec Level Audio Level Display Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) Video Light Mode Movie w/ shutter Silent Shooting (still image) Release w/o Lens Release w/o Card SteadyShot SteadyShot Settings Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting Zoom Ring Rotate DISP Button (Monitor/Finder)
Page 17 Dial/Wheel Ev Comp Function Ring(Lens) Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Dial / Wheel Lock Audio signals Network Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Send to Smartphone Func.: Cnct.
Page 18 Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Specifying images to be printed (Specify Printing) Photo Capture Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Cont. PB for Interval PB Speed for Interval Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index)
Page 19 Touch Pad Settings TC/UB Settings HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60p compatible models) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display HDMI Settings: TC Output (movie) HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI 4K Output Select (movie) USB Connection USB LUN Setting...
Page 20: Precautions/This Product
On cleaning Cleaning the image sensor Cleaning Mode Number of recordable images Recordable movie times Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad License Specifications Trademarks List of default setting values If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 21 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C How to use the “Help Guide” The “Help Guide” is a “Web Instruction Manual” that has been designed to describe the functions and operating methods of this camera. Use the “Help Guide” to search for any information that you require in order to make full use of the camera.
Page 22 Viewing information about related features “Related Topic” at the bottom of each page lists sections that contain information related to the description page currently being displayed. For a deeper understanding of the currently displayed page, refer to the listed sections as well. Printing all the pages of the “Help Guide”...
Page 24: Front Side
Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume. When the lens is removed Mounting index Image sensor* Mount Lens contacts* Do not directly touch these parts. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 25: Rear Side
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Rear side Viewfinder Eye sensor Diopter-adjustment dial Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. Monitor (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad) You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.
Page 26 For shooting: Fn (Function) button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing this button. Control wheel For shooting: C button (Custom button) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 27: Top Side
Speaker For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufactures’ accessories are not guaranteed.
Page 29: Side View
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Side view Hooks for shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. (N-Mark) This mark indicates the touch point for connecting the camera and an NFC-enabled Smartphone.
Page 30 Supports SD cards only (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II) HDMI micro jack (Headphones) jack Charge lamp USB Type-C terminal Access lamp Notes on the terminal cover Ensure that the terminal cover is closed before use. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 31 Battery cover Tripod socket hole Supports 1/4-20 UNC screws Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 32: Using The Control Wheel
During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Focus Standard Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 33: Using Menu Items
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
Page 35: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To Buttons (Custom Key)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
Page 36 You can also assign shooting functions to the focus hold button on the lens. However, some lenses do not have a focus hold button. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 37 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) The Function menu is a menu of 12 functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu.
Page 38 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 39: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C How to use the Quick Navi screen The Quick Navi screen is a function optimized for shooting with the viewfinder, that lets you control settings directly. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor].
Page 40 Note When using [Creative Style], etc., some of the setup tasks can only be accomplished on a dedicated screen. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 41: How To Use The Keyboard
Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. (upward-pointing arrow) Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. (space) Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 42: List Of Icons On The Monitor
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons.
Page 43 Image size of still images RAW recording (compressed/uncompressed) X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD File format of movies Record setting of movies 120p 60p 30p 24p 100p 50p 25p Frame rate of movies Proxy Recording 120fps 60fps 30fps 15fps 8fps 4fps 100fps 50fps 25fps 12fps 6fps 3fps 2fps 1fps Frame rate for slow/quick motion shooting APS-C/Super 35mm...
Page 44 Touch Shutter Focus Cancel Tracking Cancel Spot Focus Performing [Spot Focus] NFC active Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Connected to smartphone / Not connected to smartphone Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained Airplane Mode Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Battery Remaining battery...
Page 45 Picture Profile Focus indicator/exposure settings Focus indicator 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock/FEL lock/AWB lock Guides/other Tracking Cancel Guide display for tracking Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting Focus Area Focus Cancel Guide display for canceling focusing Guide display for My Dial...
Page 46: Icons On The Playback Screen
Time code (hours: minutes: seconds. frames) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Icons on the playback screen Single-image playback Histogram display Basic information View Mode IPTC Information Rating Protect DPOF DPOF set File number/Number of images in the view mode NFC active Remaining battery Display as Group...
Page 47: Shooting Settings
Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” for other icons displayed in this area. Image information Latitude/longitude information Copyright information exists for image 2020 -1-1 10:37PM Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number C0003 File name of movie Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: Switching The Screen Display (While Shooting/During Playback)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder.
Page 49: Histogram Display
If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/underexposed warning). The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by luminance. It shows darker toward the left and brighter toward the right.
Page 50 DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 51: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
Page 52 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region. NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) USB Type-C cable (1) Shoulder Strap (1) Body Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 54 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 Focusing ring Zooming ring Focal-length scale When shooting, rotate the zooming ring until the focal-length index comes within the focal-length scale range (A) to extend the lens. Lens mount rubber ring...
Page 55: Supplied Items
The focus mode is locked to manual focusing, but you cannot adjust the focus using the focusing ring. The ending of the lens name in the Exif information is recorded as "(Retract)" or "F0" when the image is shot with the lens retracted. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 56: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Inserting/removing the battery pack Open the battery cover by sliding the switch on it. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place.
Page 58: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the power off. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the USB cable, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 59 Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). Related Topic...
Page 60: Charging By Connecting To A Computer
Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 61: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images
Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) Using a FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 lens The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 62: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)
(wall socket). When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 63: Notes On The Battery Pack
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Notes on the battery pack Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.
Page 64: How To Store The Battery Pack
If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 65: Notes On Charging The Battery Pack
The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.
Page 66: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product. Open the memory card cover by sliding the switch on it. Insert the memory card. Insert the memory card with the terminal side facing toward you, until it clicks into place.
Page 67 Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 68: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
4 GB in size. Charge the battery pack sufficiently before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card. Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Notes On Memory Card
When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a malfunction. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: Attaching/Removing A Lens
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Attaching/removing a lens Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the lens. Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens.
Page 71 When you use a lens with a tripod socket, attach a tripod to the tripod socket of the lens to help balance the weight of the lens. When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 72: Mount Adaptor
When a setting other than [Continuous Shooting: Lo] is selected for [Cont. Shooting], the focus is locked during the first shot, even if [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.
Page 73 Focus Mode: Single-shot AF/Continuous AF When using a Mount Adaptor in the movie mode, adjust the aperture value and the focus manually. Available focus area: [Wide]/[Zone]/[Center]/[Flexible Spot]/[Expand Flexible Spot]/[Tracking] SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor
Even if [Priority Set in AF-S] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [AF]. Even if [Priority Set in AF-C] is set to [Balanced Emphasis], it will temporarily switch to [Release]. Available focus area: Wide/Center/Flexible Spot/Tracking SteadyShot: In-body Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 75 While the plug-in plate of the Multi Battery Adaptor Kit is inserted in the camera, do not slide the battery lock lever of the camera. The plug-in plate will be ejected from the camera if you do so. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Setting Language, Date And Time
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Setting language, date and time The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged.
Page 77 Date/Time Setup Area Setting Using the control wheel 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: In-Camera Guide
The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings. Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the (Delete) button (A). The descriptions of the item are displayed. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 79: Shooting Still Images
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. When a zoom lens is mounted, enlarge images by rotating the zoom ring.
Page 80 When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment. Related Topic List of mode dial function Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Playing back still images Auto Review Focus Mode Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Focus Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.
Page 82 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to (S&Q Motion). Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: Focus Area
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 84 When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA3 or LA-EA5) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
Page 85 You cannot execute functions assigned to the control wheel or the C button while moving the focusing frame. Related Topic Tracking subject (Tracking function) Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 86 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 87: Phase Detection Af
Also, even if you use a previously purchased applicable lens, the phase detection AF might not function unless you update the lens. For details on compatible lenses, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 88: Focus Standard
The camera focuses on the center of the screen when you press the key. Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) (Switch V/H Af Area)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
Page 90 The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 91 Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again. Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 92 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 93 Eye-Start AF] to [Off] to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) AF w/ shutter (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Eye-Start AF (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 94 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focusing on eyes (Face/Eye AF Set.) [Face/Eye AF Set.] is used to determine whether or not the camera focuses with priority on faces/eyes. There are two methods for performing [Eye AF], with some differences between their specifications. Select the appropriate method according to your purpose.
Page 95 Hint Maintaining focus on a moving eye or face (Eye AF + Tracking) If you adjust the settings under [Face/Eye AF Set.] to focus on faces or eyes, the focusing frame will automatically move to a face or eye when faces or eyes are detected while tracking subjects with the tracking function. MENU →...
Page 96 [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key. The camera can focus on eyes as long as you are pressing the key. This is useful when you want to temporarily apply the Eye AF function to the entire screen regardless of the setting for [Focus Area].
Page 97 Even when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area AF Area Auto Clear Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Tracking subject (Tracking function) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 98: Af In Focus Mag. (Still Image)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot.
Page 100: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)
This function is available when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF], [Automatic AF], [Continuous AF], or [DMF]. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 102: Focus Hold
Focus and press the key to which the [Focus Hold] function has been assigned. Press the shutter button while holding down the key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 103 (Movie) or (S&Q Motion) When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Dial / Wheel Lock] setting is locked to [Unlock]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 104 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 105 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Frame Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 106: Pre-Af (Still Image)
Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 107: Eye-Start Af (Still Image)
Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor LA-EA4 (sold separately) are attached. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 5(Responsive) / 4 / 3(Standard) / 2 / 1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 109: Priority Set In Af-S
Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 110: Priority Set In Af-C
Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 111: Af Illuminator (Still Image)
When [Focus Magnifier] is activated. When a Mount Adaptor is attached. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 112: Af Area Auto Clear
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 113: Disp. Cont. Af Area
Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 114: Circ. Of Focus Point
The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Circulate : The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 115 [Move AF Frame : Std] [Move AF Frame : Std] Note When using the LA-EA4 mount adapter, the focusing frame will move by the distance designated with [Standard] even if [Large] is selected. Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 116: Af Micro Adj
[Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
Page 117 When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 118: Manual Focus
When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder. The displayed focus distance is just a reference. Related Topic Focus Magnifier Peaking Setting MF Assist (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
When you rotate the focusing ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. The focus distance is not displayed when the Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is attached. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Related Topic Peaking Setting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: Focus Magnifier
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].
Page 121 Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Mf Assist (Still Image)
MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 123: Focus Magnif. Time
2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)
Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.8: Displays a 3.8-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: Peaking Setting
Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 126: Drive Mode
DRO Bracket : Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 127: Cont. Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Select (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Shooting]. You can also set the continuous shooting by selecting MENU →...
Page 128 The speed of continuous shooting decreases when you shoot with a flash. Related Topic Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Focus Mode Aperture Drive in AF (still image) AEL w/ shutter (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 129: Displaying Continuous Shooting Remaining Time Indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length)
Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 130 Set [Audio signals] to [Off] to turn off the beeping sound during the self-timer countdown. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Bracket]. Related Topic Audio signals 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 131: Self-Timer(Cont)
Press the shutter button again or press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel to stop the count of the self-timer. Press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel and select (Single Shooting) to cancel the self-timer. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 132: Cont. Bracket
When the flash is used, the product performs flash bracket shooting, which shifts the amount of flash light even if [Cont. Bracket] is selected. Press the shutter button for each image. Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 133: Single Bracket
[ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When the exposure is compensated, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 During bracket shooting, guides equal to the number of images to be shot are displayed over/under the bracket indicator. When you start single bracket shooting, the guides will disappear one by one as the camera records images. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 137: Dro Bracket
Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: Bracket Settings
Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 139: Shooting Interval
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). On this camera, you cannot create a movie from still images shot using the interval shooting function.
Page 140 [Silent Shoot. in Interval] is set to [On] in the default settings, regardless of the setting for [ Silent Shooting]. Interval shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 141: Touch Operation
Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 142: Touch Panel/Pad
Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 When [Focus Area] is [Expand Flexible Spot] When [Focus Area] is [Tracking: Flexible Spot] When [Focus Area] is [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot] While using the digital zoom function While using the [ Clear Image Zoom] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 145 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. This function is available when [Focus Area] is set to a parameter other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot].
Page 146 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 147 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Proxy Recording] is set to [On] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 148: Touch Pad Settings
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
Page 149 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 150: File Format (Still Image)
If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) RAW File Type (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 151: Raw File Type (Still Image)
RAW format. Hint When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to (RAW). (RAW) is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 152: Jpeg Quality (Still Image)
Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 153: Jpeg Image Size (Still Image)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C JPEG Image Size (still 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 154 Parameter Number of pixels (horizontal × vertical) S: 4.0M 2000×2000 pixels When recording in the APS-C-equivalent size When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to 3:2 Parameter Number of pixels (horizontal × vertical) L: 10M 3936×2624 pixels M: 6.0M 3008×2000 pixels S: 2.6M 1968×1312 pixels When [...
Page 155 Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 156: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)
Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 157 Automatically sets the capture range according to the lens. Off: Always captures 35mm full-frame image sensor pictures. Note When you attach an APS-C compatible lens and set [APS-C/Super 35mm] to [Off], you may not achieve the desired shooting results. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 158: Angle Of View
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Angle of view The angle of view switches to the equivalent of full frame or APS-C/Super 35mm, depending on the setting for [APS- C/Super 35mm] and the attached lens. The angle of view is also different for still image shooting and movie shooting.
Page 159 (A) Angle of view equivalent to full-frame (B) Angle of view during XAVC S 4K movie recording set to [30p 60M]/[30p 100M] (C) Angle of view equivalent to Super 35mm Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) APS-C/Super 35mm 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 160: List Of Mode Dial Function
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C List of mode dial function You can switch the shooting mode according to the subject or purpose of shooting. Turn the mode dial to select the desired shooting mode. Available functions (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition.
Page 162: Intelligent Auto
The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic About Scene Recognition 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 163: About Scene Recognition
When the product recognizes certain scenes, the following icons and guides are displayed on the first line: (Portrait) (Infant) (Night Portrait) (Night Scene) (Backlight Portrait) (Backlight) (Landscape) (Macro) (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scene using a tripod) Related Topic Intelligent Auto 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 164: Program Auto
Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: Aperture Priority
Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Aperture Preview 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 166: Shutter Priority
However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic Long Exposure NR (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 167: Manual Exposure
When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 168: Bulb Shooting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Bulb shooting You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure. Bulb shooting is suitable for shooting trails from stars or fireworks, etc. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure).
Page 170 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 171: Movie: Exposure Mode
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 172: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode
Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 173: Exposure Comp
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 174 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure compensation value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 175: Reset Ev Comp
Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 176 The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the control dial or the control wheel. When the shooting mode is set to [Manual Exposure] and ISO is set to [ISO AUTO], [Dial/Wheel Ev Comp] is disabled. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 177: Exposure Set. Guide
You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 178: Exposure Step
(Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV/0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 179: Metering Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details...
Page 181 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 182: Spot Metering Point
When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 You cannot set the [AEL hold] function to [Left Button], [Right Button] or [Down Button]. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 184: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)
The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note When [AEL toggle] is assigned to any key using [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key], operation using the key will be given priority over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 185: Exposure Std. Adjust
If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 186: Exp.comp.set
(Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 187: Zebra Setting
To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 188 When [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off] When [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off] When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. (Auto HDR error) will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 190 When the ISO sensitivity is set to a value lower than ISO 100, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 191 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 192 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 193: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.
Page 194 To use another zoom function than the optical zoom for movies, assign [Zoom] to the desired key using [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Setting About zoom scale Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 195: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)
You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 196: Zoom Setting
However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 197: About Zoom Scale
Approx. 1.3× Approx. 2.6× Approx. 5.2× S: 2.6M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8× Related Topic Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting JPEG Image Size (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 198: Zoom Ring Rotate
Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 199: White Balance
It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 200: Priority Set In Awb
Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 201: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)
If you use a flash when capturing a basic white color, the custom white balance will be registered with the lighting from the flash. Be sure to use a flash whenever you shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 202: Cont. Shooting
Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 203: Creative Style
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 204 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 205: Picture Effect
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function.
Page 207: Color Space (Still Image)
Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 208: Anti-Flicker Shoot. (Still Image)
Anti-flicker Shoot.] is not available when shooting in the following situations: While bulb shooting Silent Shooting] Movie shooting mode The color tone of the shot results may differ depending on the setting of [ Anti-flicker Shoot.]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 209: Release W/O Lens
Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 210: Release W/O Card
Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 211: Silent Shooting (Still Image)
Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Auto HDR Picture Effect Picture Profile Long Exposure NR BULB shooting After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 212 We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod, etc. Hint If you intend to use the image stabilization function of the Movie Edit add-on smartphone application, set [SteadyShot] to [Off] on the camera. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 213: Steadyshot Settings
When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 214: Distortion Comp
Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 215: Long Exposure Nr (Still Image)
Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera may not perform noise reduction, even if the shutter speed is 1 second(s) or longer. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 216: High Iso Nr (Still Image)
High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 217: Regist. Faces Priority
To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Focusing on eyes (Face/Eye AF Set.) Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 218: Face Registration (New Registration)
Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 219: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)
When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 220: Face Registration (Delete)
If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 221: Using Flash (Sold Separately)
If this happens, shoot away from the subject or set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again. The corners of a recorded image may be shaded, depending on the lens. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 223: Red-Eye Reduction
Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 224: Flash Mode
Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 225: Flash Comp
If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C FEL lock The flash level is automatically adjusted so that the subject gets the optimum exposure during normal flash shooting. You can also set the flash level in advance. FEL: Flash Exposure Level MENU →...
Page 227 If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. When both AE and FEL lock are locked, (AE lock/FEL lock icon) lights up. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 228 You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
Page 229: Wireless Flash
For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 230: Shooting Movies
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Hint You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key. MENU →...
Page 231 If the display mode of the monitor is set to [For viewfinder], the display mode will switch to [Display All Info.] when movie shooting starts. Related Topic Movie w/ shutter File Format (movie) Recordable movie times Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 232: Movie W/ Shutter
When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 233: Movie Recording Formats
Bit-rate: Approx. 100 Mbps, approx. 60 Mbps, approx. 50 Mbps, approx. 25 Mbps, or approx. 16 Mbps Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time. Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 234: File Format (Movie)
Selects the movie file format. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S 4K: Records movies in 4K resolution (3840×2160). XAVC S HD: Records movies in HD resolution (1920×1080). 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 235: Record Setting (Movie)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
Page 236 In full-frame shooting, the angle of view will be narrower under the following conditions: When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [30p] Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 237: Playback Speed
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 238: Record Setting
ISO sensitivity to a higher value. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 239: Proxy Recording
Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 240: Audio Recording
Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 241: Audio Level Display
The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 242: Audio Rec Level
[Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 243: Audio Out Timing
Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 244: Wind Noise Reduct
Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 245: Picture Profile
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
Page 246 This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed. HLG is used in HDR TV program production, as defined in the international standard Recommendation ITU-R BT.2100. Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level.
Page 247: Color Mode
Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 248 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 249: Gamma Disp. Assist
In other situations, movies are displayed according to the gamma setting and color mode setting in [Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 250 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 251 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 252 7 (Fast) / 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 (Slow): Select a faster value to focus on the subject more quickly. Select a slower value to focus on the subject more smoothly. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 253 Select a higher value when you want to shoot a quick-moving subject, or when you want to shoot multiple subjects while switching the focus continually. Select a lower value when you want the focus to remain steady, or when you want to keep the focus on a particular target without being affected by other subjects. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 254 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change.
Page 255 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 256: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch
Note When the monitor is flipped while in a shooting mode, such as during self-portrait shooting, TC/UB information is not displayed. In the playback mode, TC/UB information is displayed even when the monitor is flipped. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 257: Marker Display (Movie)
(Movie) or (S&Q Motion), or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 258: Marker Settings (Movie)
Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 259 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C 4K Output Select (movie) You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (movie).
Page 261: Video Light Mode
The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 262: Playing Back Still Images
You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Related Topic Recover Image DB Display as Group 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 263: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)
You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 264: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)
Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 265: Rotating An Image (Rotate)
Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor or viewfinder of the camera. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 266 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 268: Playing Back Movies
Movie files recorded using other products may not be able to be playable on this camera. Note Even if you shoot the movie vertically, the movie will be displayed horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 269: Volume Settings
Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 270: Photo Capture
Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 271: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)
While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 272: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)
When you use the Image Jump function and [Image Jump Method] is set to a parameter other than [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images], movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 273: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)
Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 274: Menu Item Details
[Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 275 You can change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during playback. You can also change the playback speed by selecting MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 276 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 277: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)
Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 278: Protecting Images (Protect)
If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 279 Custom Key] beforehand, and then press the custom key while playing back an image to which you want to assign a rating. The level of (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 280 (check) mark to the level of (ranking) that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 281: Specifying Images To Be Printed (Specify Printing)
The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 282: Deleting A Displayed Image
You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 283: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)
Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Display as Group Deleting a displayed image Format 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 284: Delete Confirm
You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 285: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the compatible TV.
Page 286 Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately) or a USB cable, the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 287 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Customization features of the camera The camera has various customization features such as registration of functions and shooting settings to custom keys. You can combine your preferred settings to customize the camera for easier operation.
Page 288 You cannot register custom key settings. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Add Item Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 289: Items That Can Be Registered
Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 290: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
Page 291 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 292 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the control dial and the control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
Page 293 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Dial / Wheel Lock] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 294 You can change the shutter speed using the control wheel, and change the aperture value using the control dial. F/no. You can change the aperture value using the control wheel, and change the shutter speed using the control dial. Note [Dial/Wheel Setup] is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 295 (Camera Settings2) → [Av/Tv Rotate] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 296: Dial / Wheel Lock
You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], [Dial / Wheel Lock] is fixed to [Unlock]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 297: Menu Item Details
The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 298 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 299 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 300: Delete Item
To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 301: Delete Page
Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 302: Delete All
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 303 (My Menu) → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 304: Auto Review
When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 305: Aperture Preview
Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Shot. Result Preview 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 306: Shot. Result Preview
Preview], but some effects cannot be previewed depending on the shooting settings. Even in that case, the settings you have selected will be applied to the images you shoot. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Aperture Preview 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 307: Live View Display
[Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 308 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 310: Monitor Brightness
Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 311: Viewfinder Bright
Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. Note When [ Finder Frame Rate] is set to [High], [Viewfinder Bright.] cannot be set to [Auto]. [Viewfinder Bright.] can only be set to [Manual]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 312: Finder Color Temp
(Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 313: Finder Frame Rate (Still Image)
Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 314: Display Quality
Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 315: Bright Monitoring
When [Focus Magnifier] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change. Related Topic Live View Display 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 316 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 317 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be used for [Set File Name]. Underscores cannot be used for the first character. The three characters specified using [Set File Name] are only applied to files recorded after the setting is made. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 318 If you are using an SDHC memory card, [File Name Format] is locked to [Standard]. If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 319: Display Media Info
α7C Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 320: Select Rec Folder
MENU→ (Setup)→[Select REC Folder]→desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] under [ File/Folder Settings] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 321: New Folder
When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 322: Recover Image Db
(Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 323: Audio Signals
Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 324: Power Save Start Time
The power save function is deactivated in the following situations: While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 325 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 326: Ntsc/Pal Selector
(Setup) → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] Note When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 327: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Resolution
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 328 (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] → [1080p] or [2160p/1080p]. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 329: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Info. Display
Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 330: Hdmi Settings: Tc Output (Movie)
Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 331: Hdmi Settings: Rec Control (Movie)
TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when (REC) is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 332: Hdmi Settings: Ctrl For Hdmi
If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 333: Usb Connection
Establishes an MTP connection between this product and a computer or other USB device. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 334: Usb Lun Setting
Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 335: Usb Power Supply
Playing back images Available Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Available Charging a battery pack Unavailable Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted Unavailable Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 336 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 337: Date/Time Setup
To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 338: Area Setting
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 339: Copyright Info
In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
Page 340 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 342 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 343: Setting Reset
The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 344 Imaging Edge Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If Imaging Edge Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on Imaging Edge Mobile, refer to the support page (https://www.sony.net/iem/). Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.
Page 345: Ctrl W/ Smartphone
Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 346 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Controlling the camera using a smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 347 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Airplane Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 348: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Qr Code)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the QR Code. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 349 Imaging Edge Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 350: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Ssid)
If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 351: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Qr Code)
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR Code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad.
Page 352 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 353: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Ssid)
If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 354: Menu Item Details
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
Page 355 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 356 While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 357: Advance Preparation
Remote Power ON/OFF] again on the smartphone. When the camera is turned on, the camera switches to the shooting mode, and [Send to Smartphone Func.] ends. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 358 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. You can transfer still images, movies and slow-motion and quick-motion movies.
Page 359 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 360: Preparation In Advance
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 361 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. Before performing pairing again, first delete the pairing information for the camera registered in the smartphone's Bluetooth settings and Imaging Edge Mobile.
Page 362 For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 363 You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth remote commander (sold separately). For details on compatible remote commander, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Select MENU →...
Page 364 Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 365 You can set up image transferring using an FTP server or transfer images to the FTP server. Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 366: Airplane Mode
When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 367: Wi-Fi Settings: Wps Push
In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 368: Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 369 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 370 (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz Note If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 371 For details on how to read the QR Code using the Transfer & Tagging add-on, refer to the following support page. https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/transfer/l/macaddress/index.php The Transfer & Tagging add-on is only available in certain countries and regions. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 372: Wi-Fi Settings: Ssid/Pw Reset
If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings of the computer. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 373: Bluetooth Settings
Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 374: Edit Device Name
(Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) How to use the keyboard 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 375 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Import Root Certificate]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 376 The authentication expires after 24 hours. Encrypted communications can only be made with devices that are configured correctly. Communications with other devices are not encrypted. For details on the IPsec configuration, consult the administrator of the network for your device. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 377: Reset Network Set
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 378: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 379: Connecting To A Computer
Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Related Topic Side view USB Connection USB LUN Setting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 380: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer
On some computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In this case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 381 RAW images recorded with the camera. For details on how to use Imaging Edge Desktop, refer to the support page. https://www.sony.net/disoft/help/ Installing Imaging Edge Desktop on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/d/ 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 382: Importing Images To The Computer
Do not edit or otherwise process movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 383 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Uses a Wi-Fi or USB connection, etc. to control the camera from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer.
Page 384 When [Camera Only] or [PC+Camera] is selected and no memory card is inserted into the camera, the shutter will not be released even if [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can only be selected when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 385 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
Page 387 If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. You cannot add DPOF (print order) registration marks to RAW images. Related Topic JPEG Image Size (still image) RAW File Type (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 388 RAW format. Hint When [Uncompressed] is selected for [ RAW File Type], the icon on the screen switches to (RAW). (RAW) is also displayed while an image shot in uncompressed RAW format is played back. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 389 Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 390 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C JPEG Image Size (still 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 391 Parameter Number of pixels (horizontal × vertical) S: 4.0M 2000×2000 pixels When recording in the APS-C-equivalent size When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to 3:2 Parameter Number of pixels (horizontal × vertical) L: 10M 3936×2624 pixels M: 6.0M 3008×2000 pixels S: 2.6M 1968×1312 pixels When [...
Page 392 Aspect Ratio (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 393 Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 394 Automatically sets the capture range according to the lens. Off: Always captures 35mm full-frame image sensor pictures. Note When you attach an APS-C compatible lens and set [APS-C/Super 35mm] to [Off], you may not achieve the desired shooting results. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 395 Long Exposure NR] cannot be set to [Off] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera may not perform noise reduction, even if the shutter speed is 1 second(s) or longer. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 396 High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when the [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 397 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 398 Darkness in the corners of the screen may not be corrected with [Shading Comp.], depending on the lens type. Depending on the attached lens, [Distortion Comp.] is fixed to [Auto], and you cannot select [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 399 DRO Bracket : Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 400 Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 401 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). On this camera, you cannot create a movie from still images shot using the interval shooting function.
Page 402 [Silent Shoot. in Interval] is set to [On] in the default settings, regardless of the setting for [ Silent Shooting]. Interval shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to other than P/A/S/M Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 403 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 404: Items That Can Be Registered
Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 405 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
Page 406 Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 407 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.
Page 408 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available when shooting movies or when the mode dial is set to (S&Q Motion). Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus MF Assist (still image) Phase detection AF 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 409 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-C 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 410 Prioritizes the shutter's release. The shutter will be released even if the subject is out of focus. Balanced Emphasis: Shoots with a balanced emphasis on both focusing and shutter release. Related Topic Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 411 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide : Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 412 When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation. When you attach an A-mount lens with a Mount Adaptor (LA-EA3 or LA-EA5) (sold separately), the focusing frame for “When focusing on a smaller area”...
Page 413 You cannot execute functions assigned to the control wheel or the C button while moving the focusing frame. Related Topic Tracking subject (Tracking function) Touch Operation Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 414 If you remove the check mark for a focus area registered with [ Switch V/H AF Area] or [ AF Area Registration], the registered settings will change. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 415 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/vertical).
Page 416 The orientation of the camera cannot be detected when the lens is facing up or down. Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 417 When [Focus Magnifier] is activated. When a Mount Adaptor is attached. The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 418 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focusing on eyes (Face/Eye AF Set.) [Face/Eye AF Set.] is used to determine whether or not the camera focuses with priority on faces/eyes. There are two methods for performing [Eye AF], with some differences between their specifications. Select the appropriate method according to your purpose.
Page 419 Hint Maintaining focus on a moving eye or face (Eye AF + Tracking) If you adjust the settings under [Face/Eye AF Set.] to focus on faces or eyes, the focusing frame will automatically move to a face or eye when faces or eyes are detected while tracking subjects with the tracking function. MENU →...
Page 420 [Eye AF] by custom key The Eye AF function can also be used by assigning [Eye AF] to a custom key. The camera can focus on eyes as long as you are pressing the key. This is useful when you want to temporarily apply the Eye AF function to the entire screen regardless of the setting for [Focus Area].
Page 421 Even when [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be detected. Related Topic Focus Mode Focus Area AF Area Auto Clear Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Tracking subject (Tracking function) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 422 5(Responsive) / 4 / 3(Standard) / 2 / 1(Locked on): Select [5(Responsive)] to focus responsively on subjects at different distances. Select [1(Locked on)] to keep the focus on a specific subject when other things are crossing in front of the subject. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 423 When [Silent Priority] is selected, the focusing speed may become slower, and it may be more difficult to focus on a subject. The effect may differ depending on the lens you use and the shooting conditions. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 424 Press the key to which the [Focus Magnifier] function is assigned, and then rotate the focus ring for micro- adjustments of the focus. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Related Topic AF On Eye-Start AF (still image) Pre-AF (still image) Focus Magnifier 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 425 Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note Pre-AF] is available only when an E-mount lens is mounted. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 426 Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Off: Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Hint Eye-Start AF] is available when an A-mount lens and a Mount Adaptor LA-EA4 (sold separately) are attached. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 427 (Movie) or (S&Q Motion) When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], the [Dial / Wheel Lock] setting is locked to [Unlock]. Related Topic Focus Area Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 428 Deletes the focusing frame position that was registered using [ AF Area Registration]. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Del. Regist. AF Area]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 429 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Frame Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 430 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 431 Does not display the focus area that is in focus. Note When [Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center] [Flexible Spot] [Expand Flexible Spot] 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 432 The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Circulate : The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 433 [Move AF Frame : Std] [Move AF Frame : Std] Note When using the LA-EA4 mount adapter, the focusing frame will move by the distance designated with [Standard] even if [Large] is selected. Related Topic Focus Area 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 434 [Clear]. The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected. Do not perform [AF Micro Adj.] with an unsupported lens.
Page 435 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 436 When you set the exposure compensation dial to “0” from a setting other than “0,” the exposure compensation value switches to “0” regardless of the [Exposure Comp.] setting. Related Topic Exposure step Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 437 Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Reset EV Comp.] → desired setting. Menu item details Maintain: Maintains the settings. Reset: Resets the settings. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 438 When the ISO sensitivity is set to a value lower than ISO 100, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 439 ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range become unavailable. To select ISO sensitivity values beyond the specified range, reset [ISO Range Limit]. The available range for ISO sensitivity varies depending on the setting for [Gamma] under [Picture Profile]. Related Topic ISO Setting: ISO 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 440 When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Program Auto Aperture Priority ISO Setting: ISO 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 441: Metering Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details...
Page 443 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] is locked to [On]. When [Face/Eye Priority in AF] is set to [On] and [Subject Detection] is set to [Animal] under [Face/Eye AF Set.], [Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 444 When [Focus Area] is set to [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot], the spot metering position coordinates to the tracking start position, but does not coordinate with the tracking of the subject. Related Topic Focus Area Metering Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 445 (Camera Settings1) → [Exposure step] → desired setting. Menu item details 0.3EV/0.5EV Note Even if you set [Exposure step] to [0.5EV], the exposure value adjusted using the exposure compensation dial changes in steps of 0.3EV. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 446 The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] mode. Note When [AEL toggle] is assigned to any key using [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key], operation using the key will be given priority over the [ AEL w/ shutter] settings. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 447 If you set [Exposure Std. Adjust] during bracketing shooting, the number of shots for the bracketing will be reset. Related Topic Metering Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 448 Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) Wireless Flash 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 449 If you attach an ND filter to the lens or attach a diffuser or a color filter to the flash, the appropriate exposure may not be achieved and images may turn out dark. In this case, adjust [Flash Comp.] to the desired value. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 450: Exp.comp.set
(Camera Settings1) → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 451 For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 452 Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 453 You can only use [External Flash Set.] to configure the settings of a flash (sold separately) or Wireless Radio Commander (sold separately) manufactured by Sony and attached to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. You can only use [External Flash Set.] when the flash is attached directly to the camera. You cannot use this function when shooting with an off-camera flash that is connected using a cable.
Page 454 It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 455 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 456 When [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off] When [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off] When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 457 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. (Auto HDR error) will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 458 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 459 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. [Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 460 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function.
Page 462 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
Page 463 This way, even scenes with a wide range of brightness can be recorded and displayed faithfully, without looking under or over-exposed. HLG is used in HDR TV program production, as defined in the international standard Recommendation ITU-R BT.2100. Items of the picture profile Black Level Sets the black level.
Page 464 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 465 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 466 Shutter AWB Lock] to [Off] or [Cont. Shooting], and do not use the [AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 467: Focus Magnifier
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Magnifier].
Page 468 Initial Focus Mag. (still image) AF in Focus Mag. (still image) Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 469 2 Sec: Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Focus Magnifier MF Assist (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 470 Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x5.9: Displays a 5.9-times enlarged image. APS-C/Super 35mm size shooting x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x3.8: Displays a 3.8-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 471 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C AF in Focus Mag. (still image) You can focus on the subject more accurately using auto-focus by magnifying the area where you want to focus. While the magnified image is displayed, you can focus on a smaller area than the flexible spot.
Page 473 MF Assist] when shooting movies. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. MF Assist] is not available when a Mount Adaptor is attached. Use the [Focus Magnifier] function instead. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 474: Peaking Level
Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and lens. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 475 Anti-flicker Shoot.] is not available when shooting in the following situations: While bulb shooting Silent Shooting] Movie shooting mode The color tone of the shot results may differ depending on the setting of [ Anti-flicker Shoot.]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 476 Up to eight faces can be registered. Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 477: Select The Destination
When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 478 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 479 To use the [Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. [Face/Eye Priority in AF] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [On] [Subject Detection] under [Face/Eye AF Set.]: [Human] Related Topic Focusing on eyes (Face/Eye AF Set.) Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 480 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 481 Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic S&Q Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 482 Selects the movie file format. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S 4K: Records movies in 4K resolution (3840×2160). XAVC S HD: Records movies in HD resolution (1920×1080). 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 483 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality.
Page 484 In full-frame shooting, the angle of view will be narrower under the following conditions: When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Record Setting] is set to [30p] Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 485 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 486 ISO sensitivity to a higher value. During slow-motion/quick-motion recording, the following functions are not available. [TC Run] under [TC/UB Settings] TC Output] under [HDMI Settings] 4K Output Select] Related Topic S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode Recordable movie times 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 487 Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 488 7 (Fast) / 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 (Slow): Select a faster value to focus on the subject more quickly. Select a slower value to focus on the subject more smoothly. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 489 Select a higher value when you want to shoot a quick-moving subject, or when you want to shoot multiple subjects while switching the focus continually. Select a lower value when you want the focus to remain steady, or when you want to keep the focus on a particular target without being affected by other subjects. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 490 Note Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 491 (Camera Settings2) → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 492 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 493 [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. [Audio Rec Level] is unavailable during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 494 The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. During slow-motion/quick-motion shooting The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 495 Outputs audio and video in sync. Select this setting to prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio. Note Using an external microphone may result in a slight delay. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 496 Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 497 (Movie) or (S&Q Motion), or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 498 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 499 The video light turns on/off in sync with movie recording start/stop. REC Link&STBY: The video light turns on when movie recording starts and dims when not recording (STBY). Auto: The video light automatically turns on when it is dark. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 500 When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Note When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you cannot focus by pressing the shutter button halfway down during movie recording. Related Topic Shooting movies 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 501 Silent Shooting] is set to [On], the following functions are not available: Flash shooting Auto HDR Picture Effect Picture Profile Long Exposure NR BULB shooting After you turn the camera on, the time in which you can start recording is extended by approximately 0.5 seconds. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 502 Correct metering cannot be achieved when you use lenses that do not provide a lens contact, such as the lens of an astronomical telescope. In such cases, adjust the exposure manually by checking it on the recorded image. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 503 Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 504 We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod, etc. Hint If you intend to use the image stabilization function of the Movie Edit add-on smartphone application, set [SteadyShot] to [Off] on the camera. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 505 When you set [SteadyShot] to [On]/[Off], the SteadyShot settings of the camera and lens switch at the same time. If a lens equipped with a SteadyShot switch is attached, the settings can only be changed using that switch on the lens. You cannot switch the settings using the camera. Related Topic SteadyShot 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 506 You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Custom Key] or [ Custom Key]. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 507 However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 508 Menu item details Left(W)/Right(T): Assigns zoom out (W) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-in (T) function to right-handed rotation. Right(W)/Left(T): Assigns zoom in (T) function to left-handed rotation and zoom-out (W) function to right-handed rotation. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 509 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected using DISP (Display Setting) in shooting mode. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] → [Monitor] or [Finder] → desired setting → [Enter].
Page 510 Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 511 [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto]. The image will continue to be displayed on the monitor. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 512 Finder Frame Rate] is locked to [Standard] in the following situations: During playback During HDMI connection When the temperature inside the camera's body is high Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 513 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 514 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 515 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 516 [Live View Display] cannot be set to [Setting Effect OFF] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Movie] [S&Q Motion] When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 517 Displays the indicator only while continuous shooting is performed. Not Displayed: Does not display the indicator. Hint When the internal camera memory for buffering is full, “SLOW” will be displayed and the continuous shooting speed will decrease. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 518 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 519 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
Page 520 You can also assign shooting functions to the focus hold button on the lens. However, some lenses do not have a focus hold button. Related Topic Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 521 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Using Fn (Function) button (Function menu) The Function menu is a menu of 12 functions that is displayed at the bottom of the screen when you press the Fn (Function) button in the shooting mode. You can access frequently used functions more quickly by registering them to the function menu.
Page 522 Move to the [Display/Auto Review] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [Grid Line] and press the center of the control wheel. (Grid Line) will be displayed in the former location of (Drive Mode) in the function menu. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 523 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) You can assign the desired functions to the control dial and the control wheel, and register up to three combinations of settings as “My Dial” settings. You can quickly recall or switch registered “My Dial” settings by pressing the custom key you assigned in advance.
Page 524 [My Dial 1→2→3]. Even if a dial/wheel has been locked using the [Dial / Wheel Lock] function, it will be unlocked temporarily when “My Dial” is recalled. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 525 You can change the shutter speed using the control wheel, and change the aperture value using the control dial. F/no. You can change the aperture value using the control wheel, and change the shutter speed using the control dial. Note [Dial/Wheel Setup] is enabled when the shooting mode is set to “M.” 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 526 (Camera Settings2) → [Av/Tv Rotate] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal: Does not change the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. Reverse: Reverses the direction of rotation for the control dial or control wheel. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 527 The settings of the exposure compensation dial will be prioritized over [Exposure Comp.] in MENU or the exposure settings using the control dial or the control wheel. When the shooting mode is set to [Manual Exposure] and ISO is set to [ISO AUTO], [Dial/Wheel Ev Comp] is disabled. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 528 The angle of view switches between full frame and APS-C/Super 35 mm when the function ring is turned. The angle of view switches regardless of the direction in which you turn the function ring. Related Topic APS-C/Super 35mm 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 529 When [Focus Area] is [Expand Flexible Spot] When [Focus Area] is [Tracking: Flexible Spot] When [Focus Area] is [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot] While using the digital zoom function While using the [ Clear Image Zoom] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 531 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. This function is available when [Focus Area] is set to a parameter other than [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], [Tracking: Flexible Spot] or [Tracking: Expand Flexible Spot].
Page 532 The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the digital zoom When using the LA-EA4 Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 533 When [Focus Mode] is set to [Manual Focus]. When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [ Proxy Recording] is set to [On] Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 534 You can release the lock by holding the Fn (Function) button down again. Note When [ AF Area Registration] is set to [On], [Dial / Wheel Lock] is fixed to [Unlock]. Related Topic Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 535 Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Off: Sounds are not produced. Note If [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 536 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images, movies, slow-motion movies, or quick-motion movies to a smartphone and view them. The application Imaging Edge Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
Page 537 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to a smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Send to Smartphone Func.: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 538 While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 539 Remote Power ON/OFF] again on the smartphone. When the camera is turned on, the camera switches to the shooting mode, and [Send to Smartphone Func.] ends. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 540 You can set up image transferring using an FTP server or transfer images to the FTP server. Basic knowledge of FTP servers is required. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [FTP Transfer Func.] → desired setting. Related Topic Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 541 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 542 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Uses a Wi-Fi or USB connection, etc. to control the camera from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer.
Page 543 When [Camera Only] or [PC+Camera] is selected and no memory card is inserted into the camera, the shutter will not be released even if [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. [RAW+J PC Save Img] can only be selected when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 544 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 545 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 546 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 547 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 548 (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Frequency Band] → desired setting. Menu item details 2.4GHz/5GHz Note If there are both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points with the same SSID and encryption format, the access point with the stronger radio field will be displayed. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 549 For details on how to read the QR Code using the Transfer & Tagging add-on, refer to the following support page. https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/transfer/l/macaddress/index.php The Transfer & Tagging add-on is only available in certain countries and regions. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 550 If you connect this product to a computer with Wi-Fi Direct after resetting the connection information, you must reconfigure the settings of the computer. Related Topic Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 551 Sets whether to activate or not the Bluetooth function of the camera. Pairing: Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander. Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Related Topic Location Info. Link Set. Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 552 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Location Info. Link Set. You can use the application Imaging Edge Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 553 Delete the pairing information for the camera registered in Imaging Edge Mobile. Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed instructions, refer to the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. Before performing pairing again, first delete the pairing information for the camera registered in the smartphone's Bluetooth settings and Imaging Edge Mobile.
Page 554 For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Imaging Edge Mobile Send to Smartphone Func.: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 555 You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth remote commander (sold separately). For details on compatible remote commander, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Select MENU →...
Page 556 Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 557 (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) How to use the keyboard 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 558 Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer. For details, refer to the “FTP Help Guide.” https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/ftp/h_zz/ MENU → (Network) → [Import Root Certificate]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 559 The authentication expires after 24 hours. Encrypted communications can only be made with devices that are configured correctly. Communications with other devices are not encrypted. For details on the IPsec configuration, consult the administrator of the network for your device. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 560 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 561 If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 562 Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor or viewfinder of the camera. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 563 Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Display as Group Deleting a displayed image Format 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 564 Custom Key] beforehand, and then press the custom key while playing back an image to which you want to assign a rating. The level of (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) Rating Set(Custom Key) Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 565 (check) mark to the level of (ranking) that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 566 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: RAW images The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 567 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 568 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 569 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 570 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 571 You can change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during playback. You can also change the playback speed by selecting MENU → (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. PB Speed for Interval 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 572 (Playback) → [PB Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the control dial or the control wheel during [Cont. PB for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. PB for Interval 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 573 Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 574 Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 575: Menu Item Details
While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 576 [Display as Group] is set to [On]. If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 577 Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally on the screen or the finder of the camera during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 578 When you use the Image Jump function and [Image Jump Method] is set to a parameter other than [One by one], [By 10 images], or [By 100 images], movie files are always skipped. Related Topic Rating Protecting images (Protect) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 579 Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 580 Selects the brightness of the viewfinder within the range of –2 to +2. Note When [ Finder Frame Rate] is set to [High], [Viewfinder Bright.] cannot be set to [Auto]. [Viewfinder Bright.] can only be set to [Manual]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 581 (Setup) → [Finder Color Temp.] → desired setting. Menu item details -2 to +2: When you select “-,” the viewfinder screen changes to a warmer color, and when you select “+,” it changes to a colder color. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 582 In other situations, movies are displayed according to the gamma setting and color mode setting in [Picture Profile]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 583 Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 584 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 585 Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 586 The power save function is deactivated in the following situations: While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows During FTP transfer While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 587 Using the camera while holding it in your hand for a long period of time may cause low-temperature burns. Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 588 (Setup) → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] Note When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 589: Cleaning Mode
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Cleaning Mode If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. If this happens, follow the steps below to clean the image sensor quickly.
Page 590 If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 591 Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Focus Func. of Touch Operation: Touch Tracking Touch Pad Settings Touch Panel/Pad 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 592 Activates both the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor and touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Touch Panel Only: Activates only the touch panel operations when shooting with the monitor. Touch Pad Only: Activates only the touch pad operations when shooting with the viewfinder. Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 593 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Touch Pad Settings You can adjust settings related to touch pad operations during viewfinder shooting. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Pad Settings] → desired setting. Menu item details Operation in Vertical Orientation : Sets whether to enable touch pad operations during vertically oriented viewfinder shooting.
Page 594 Related Topic Touch Operation 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 595 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change.
Page 596 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 597 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 598 (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] → [1080p] or [2160p/1080p]. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [ 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 599 Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and the shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When the camera is connected to an HDMI device while [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], the setting switches to [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 600 Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 601 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when (REC) is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 602 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 603 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C 4K Output Select (movie) You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (movie).
Page 605 Establishes an MTP connection between this product and a computer or other USB device. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 606 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 607 Playing back images Available Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Available Charging a battery pack Unavailable Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted Unavailable Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 608 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 609 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 610 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 611 You can write IPTC information* when recording still images. Create and edit IPTC information using the IPTC Metadata Preset (https://www.sony.net/iptc/help/) and write the information to a memory card beforehand. IPTC information consists of digital image metadata attributes, as standardized by the International Press Telecommunications Council.
Page 612 In order to prevent unauthorized use of [Copyright Info], be sure to clear the [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright] columns before lending out or handing over your camera. Sony is not liable for problems or damages resulting from use of [Copyright Info]. Related Topic...
Page 613 (Setup) → [Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the Exif data for the image. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 614 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 615 MENU→ (Setup)→[Select REC Folder]→desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] under [ File/Folder Settings] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings (still image) 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 616 When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 617 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be used for [Set File Name]. Underscores cannot be used for the first character. The three characters specified using [Set File Name] are only applied to files recorded after the setting is made. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 618 If you are using an SDHC memory card, [File Name Format] is locked to [Standard]. If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 619 (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Images recorded on the memory card are not deleted by [Recover Image DB]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 620 α7C Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 621 The version of the Mount Adaptor is displayed in the lens area if a Mount Adaptor compatible with firmware updates is attached. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 622 The value set with [AF Micro Adj.] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Settings of [Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. Related Topic AF Micro Adj. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 623 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 624 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 625 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 626 Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 627 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 628 (My Menu) → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 629: On Operating Temperatures
Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record, or loss of or damage to recorded images or audio data, due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.
Page 630: On Moisture Condensation
If a database file error occurs, export all images to your computer, and then format the memory card using this product. Do not use/store the product in the following places In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.
Page 631 Notes on using lenses When using the power zoom lens, be careful not to get your fingers or any other objects caught in the lens. (Only for models with a power zoom feature or interchangeable lens cameras) If you must place the camera under a light source such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap or interchangeable lens cameras) When you shoot with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view.
Page 632: Optional Accessories
Connect the camera to the network via a router, or connect to a LAN port with the same function. If you connect using a different method, security problems may occur. Optional accessories It is recommended that you use genuine Sony accessories. Some Sony accessories are only available in certain countries and regions. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 633: Cleaning The Lens
If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 634 Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Cleaning Mode If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. If this happens, follow the steps below to clean the image sensor quickly.
Page 635 If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility. Related Topic Troubleshooting 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 636: Number Of Recordable Images
The table below shows the approximate number of 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 and the type of memory card used.
Page 637: Recordable Movie Times
The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. Notes on continuous movie recording High-quality movie recording and high-speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power.
Page 638 If you observe the following points, you will be able to record movies for longer periods of time. Keep the camera out of direct sunlight. Turn the camera off when it is not being used. Related Topic Battery life and number of recordable images 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 639 Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 640: Notes On The License
Android products may be unable to access the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder on this product. In this case, a message such as “Unsupported Sony USB drive” may be displayed by the Android product. It is therefore recommended that you use a device other than an Android product to read the licenses.
Page 641: Specifications
Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lens Sony E-mount lens [Image sensor] Image format 35 mm full frame (35.6 mm x 23.8 mm), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 24 200 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.
Page 642: Diopter Adjustment
(Continuous Shooting: Lo): Maximum of approx. 3 images per second Based on our measurement conditions. The speed of continuous shooting can be slower, depending on the shooting conditions. [Recording format] File format JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format)
Page 643 Movie (XAVC S format) MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0 format compliant Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit) [Recording media] SD cards (UHS-I and UHS-II compatible) [Input/output terminals] USB Type-C terminal SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2) HDMI HDMI type D micro jack (Microphone) terminal...
Page 644 AC Adaptor AC-UUD12/AC-UUE12 Rated input 100 – 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Rated output , 1.5 A Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 Rated voltage 7.2 V Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 645 The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
Page 646: List Of Default Setting Values
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C List of default setting values The following are the default setting values. To reset settings to the default values Select MENU→ (Setup) → [Setting Reset] → [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] → [Enter].
Page 647 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Bracket Settings (Selftimer during Bracket) Bracket Settings (Bracket order) 0→-→+ Interval Shoot Func. (Interval Shooting) Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Start Time) 1 Sec Interval Shoot Func. (Shooting Interval) 3 Sec Interval Shoot Func.
Page 648 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] AF Area Auto Clear Disp. cont. AF area Does Not Circ. of Focus Point Circulate AF Frame Move Amt Standard AF Micro Adj. * (AF Adjustment Set.) * This item is not reset even if you select [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize].
Page 649: Camera Settings2
Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] D-Range DRO/Auto HDR Optimizer: Auto Creative Style Standard Picture Effect Picture Profile Shutter AWB Lock Focus Magnifier ― Focus Magnif. Time No Limit Initial Focus Mag. x1.0 AF in Focus Mag. MF Assist Peaking Setting (Peaking Display) Peaking Setting (Peaking Level)
Page 650: Default Setting Value
Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Level Display Audio Out Timing Live Wind Noise Reduct. Marker Display Marker Settings (Center) Marker Settings (Aspect) Marker Settings (Safety Zone) Marker Settings (Guideframe) Video Light Mode Power Link Movie w/ shutter...
Page 651 Default setting Resettable using [Camera MENU items value Settings Reset] Custom Key (C Button) White Balance Custom Key (Center Button) Focus Standard Custom Key (Left Button) Drive Mode Custom Key (Right Button) Custom Key (Down Button) Not set Tracking On + AF Custom Key (AF-ON Button) Custom Key (MOVIE Button) Movie Shooting...
Page 652 Network To reset the items for [Network] to the default values, select [Initialize] or [Reset Network Set.]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset]. MENU items Default setting value Send to Smartphone Func. (Send to Smartphone) ―...
Page 653 MENU items Default setting value Security(IPsec) (IPsec) Security(IPsec) (Dest. IP Address) ― Security(IPsec) (Shared Key) ― Reset Network Set. ― Playback To reset the items for [Playback] to the default values, select [Initialize]. These items are not reset to the default values even if you select [Camera Settings Reset].
Page 654 MENU items Default setting value Viewfinder Bright. Auto Finder Color Temp. ±0 Gamma Disp. Assist Volume Settings Delete confirm. "Cancel" first Display Quality Standard Power Save Start Time 1 Min Auto Power OFF Temp. Standard NTSC/PAL Selector ― Cleaning Mode ―...
Page 655 MENU items Default setting value Date/Time Setup ― Area Setting ― IPTC Information (Write IPTC Info) IPTC Information (Register IPTC Info) ― Copyright Info (Write Copyright Info) Copyright Info (Set Photographer) ― Copyright Info (Set Copyright) ― Copyright Info (Disp. Copyright Info) ―...
Page 656 MENU items Default setting value Delete All ― Display From My Menu 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 657: Troubleshooting
Initialize the settings. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. https://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Setting Reset 5-021-699-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 658: Warning Messages
Help Guide Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCE-7C α7C Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Power insufficient. The image sensor cleaning function will not operate because the remaining battery level is low. Recharge the battery pack.
Page 659: System Error
There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back a movie because the Image Database File is damaged.
Page 661 This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the website when you set up your camera. (Another window will open.) ILCE-7C lens compatibility information This website provides the lens compatibility information. (Another window will open.)

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