Page 1 4-288-916-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Preparing the camera Digital Camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Instruction Manual Using the playback functions E-mount Checking the functions available Importing images to the computer Others NEX-5N...
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
English Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-5N Serial No. ______________________________...
Page 3 • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry.
Page 4: Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-5N Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
Page 5: For Customers In Europe
For Customers in Europe Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
Page 6 If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ..........9 Identifying parts ..............10 Charging the battery pack ..........15 Inserting the charged battery pack ........17 Attaching/removing the lens ..........19 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) .......21 Attaching the flash ............23 Turning on the camera and setting up the date ....25 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images ............27...
Page 8 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name Lens NEX-5N None NEX-5ND E18 – 55 mm and E16 mm NEX-5NK E18 –...
Page 9: Checking The Supplied Items
• Camera (1) camera • Battery charger BC-VW1 (1) – Handbook • Instruction Manual (This manual) NEX-5N • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not • Body cap (1) (attached to the supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) camera) NEX-5ND • E16 mm single focus lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1) •...
Page 10: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A ON/OFF (Power) switch (25) B Shutter button (28) C Remote sensor D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/ Smile Shutter lamp E Speaker F Microphone G Smart Accessory Terminal 2 (23) H Lens (19) I Lens release button (20) When the lens is removed...
Page 11 (USB) terminal B Hook for shoulder strap Attaching the shoulder strap is recommended not to drop the camera. C HDMI terminal (54) D Light sensor E LCD monitor/Touch panel (34) The tilting LCD monitor of the camera allows flexible shooting positions.
Page 12 Flash HVL-F7S A Screw A Battery/memory card cover (17, B Flash* C Connector* B Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length * Do not touch this part directly. of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). If it is dirty, wipe it off with a soft You will be unable to firmly clean cloth.
Page 13 Lens E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5ND) See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5ND/ 5NK/5NY) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly.
Page 14 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NY) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
Page 15: Charging The Battery Pack
Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. Insert the battery pack onto the battery charger.
Page 16 Notes • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery pack or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range.
Page 17: Inserting The Charged Battery Pack
Inserting the charged battery pack While sliding the cover open lever, open the cover. Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery. Lock lever Close the cover. Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD monitor.
Page 18: Removing The Battery Pack
Note • The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances. What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera. Using the “InfoLITHIUM”...
Page 19: Attaching/Removing The Lens
Attaching/removing the lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens. If the cap or the packaging lid is attached, remove it from the camera or the lens. • Quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.
Page 20: Removing The Lens
Removing the lens Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Lens release button Notes • When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
Page 21: Memory Cards That You Can Use
Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Open the cover. Insert a memory card. • Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. Check on the direction of the notched corner. Close the cover. Memory cards that you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera.
Page 22: Removing The Memory Card
Note • Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card.
Page 23: Attaching The Flash
Attaching the flash When you want to use a flash during shooting, attach the flash device (supplied). The flash is enabled when it is raised, and disabled when lowered. Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the flash.
Page 24 Carrying the flash The flash case can be conveniently attached to the shoulder strap. Put the flash in the case when you are not using it to protect it from harm.
Page 25: Turning On The Camera And Setting Up The Date
Turning on the camera and setting up the date When you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears. Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. The screen to set date and time appears.
Page 26: Clock Setting
Repeat step 4 to set other items, then press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch OK on the screen. Notes • You cannot set the date, time and area by touching the screen. • You cannot superimpose the date on images on this camera. Using “PMB” stored CD-ROM on the (supplied), you can save or print images with date.
Page 27: Mastering The Basic Operation
Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images In the (Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. Point the camera to the subject.
Page 28 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, beeps sound and z lights up. Focus indicator Press the shutter button fully down to shoot.
Page 29: Recording Movies
Recording movies Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. Point the camera to the subject. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. • Focus and brightness are adjusted automatically. • If you press the shutter button halfway down during recording, you will be able to focus more quickly.
Page 30: Playing Back Images
Playing back images Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor. (Playback) button Selecting the image Turn the control wheel. Or, slide the screen left or right. Playing back movies Select MENU [Playback] [View Mode] [Folder View(MP4)] or [AVCHD View].
Page 31 Touch panel During movie playback Control wheel operation operation Touch X/N. Pause/resume Press the center. Touch M. Fast-forward Press the right, or turn it clockwise. Touch m. Fast-rewind Press the left, or turn it counterclockwise. Forward slow playback Turn clockwise during pause. Touch during pause.
Page 32: Deleting Images
Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. Display the desired image, and press (Delete). Or, touch on the screen. Press the center of the control wheel. Or, touch OK on the screen. • Select to quit the operation. To delete several images Select MENU [Playback]...
Page 33: Operating The Camera
Operating the camera The control wheel, soft keys and touch panel allow you to use various functions of the camera. Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.) and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel.
Page 34: Soft Keys
Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen. To use the function shown at the upper right corner of the screen, press soft key A.
Page 35 Operations You can select items and make settings in two ways; one is using the control wheel, the other is touching and sliding your finger on the screen (Touch panel). Operation Control wheel Touch panel To select an item Turn or press the top/bottom/ Touch the desired item.
Page 36 Notes • You can perform most operations with both the control wheel/soft keys and the touch panel. However, some operations can be done only with one or the other. • Avoid the followings: – Using a pointed object, such as a pencil, ball-point pen, or the tip of a finger nail. –...
Page 37: Using The Guide Function Of The Camera
Using the guide function of the camera The camera provides various “Help Guides” which explain the functions, and “Shooting Tips” which introduce tips for better shooting. Use these guides to make better use of the camera. Help Guides The camera displays the Help Guide to explain the selected function, when you change the setting, etc.
Page 38: Using The Recording Functions
Using the recording functions Setting the function using Photo Creativity You can operate the camera intuitively using Photo Creativity, since the screen is designed more for intuitive operations than the normal screen. You can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily. Select MENU [Shoot Mode]...
Page 39 Defocusing the background easily (Background Defocus Control) Select (Bkground Defocus) (page 38). Defocus the background by turning the control wheel. Or, slide the indicator on the screen. : To focus : To defocus • Select AUTO to restore the original status.
Page 40: Picture Effect
Picture Effect Select (Picture Effect) (page 38). Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel. Or, slide the screen up or down to select the desired effect. (Off): Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors.
Page 41: Adjusting The Brightness Of Still Images (Exposure Compensation)
Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Press (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel. Turn the control wheel to select the desired value, and press the center.
Page 42: Shooting Still Images Continuously
Press Option, then turn the control wheel to select the desired mode and press the center. Or, touch Option desired mode on the screen. (Self-timer: 10 Sec): Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. Use this when you want to include yourself in the picture. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates.
Page 43: Changing The Screen Display (Disp)
To shoot continuously at a higher speed Select (Spd Priority Cont.) from (Drive Mode) to shoot more images continuously (max. 10 images per second). The focus and exposure of the first shot are used for the following shots. Changing the screen display (DISP) Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel.
Page 44: Shooting With Various Drive Modes
Shooting with various drive modes Select MENU [Shoot Mode]. Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. Or, slide the screen up or down to move the desired mode to the center, then touch it. (Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings.
Page 45: Scene Selection
Scene Selection Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 44). Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. Or, slide the screen up or down to move the desired mode to the center, then touch it. (Portrait): Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly.
Page 46 Sweep Panorama/3D Sweep Panorama While you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image. Select (Sweep Panorama) or (3D Sweep Panorama) (page 44). Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down.
Page 47: Shutter Priority
Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. Select S (Shutter Priority) (page 44).
Page 48: Selecting The Flash Mode
Selecting the flash mode Attach the flash and raise it (page 23). Select MENU [Camera] [Flash Mode]. Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. Or, slide the screen up or down to move the desired mode to the center, then touch it.
Page 49: Selecting The Image Size/Record Setting
The flash range The range of the supplied flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. F2.8 F3.5 F5.6 ISO100 1 – 2.5 m 1 – 2 m 1 – 1.25 m (3.3 – 8.2 feet) (3.3 – 6.6 feet) (3.3 –...
Page 50 Still [Aspect Ratio]: 3:2 Usage guidelines L:16M 4912 × 3264 pixels For prints up to A3+ size M:8.4M 3568 × 2368 pixels For prints up to A4 size S:4.0M 2448 × 1624 pixels For prints L/2L size [Aspect Ratio]: 16:9 Usage guidelines L:14M 4912 ×...
Page 51 Movie [File Format]: Average Recording [AVCHD 60i/60p] or bit-rate [AVCHD 50i/50p] 60i 24M(FX)* 24 Mbps Records high image quality movies of 50i 24M(FX)** 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). 60i 17M(FH)* 17 Mbps Records standard image quality movies 50i 17M(FH)** of 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). 60p 28M(PS)* 28 Mbps Records highest image quality movies of...
Page 52: Using The Playback Functions
Using the playback functions Enlarging the playback image (Enlarge Image) Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) button Display the image you want to enlarge, then press (Enlarge Image) (the center of the control wheel). Or, touch on the screen.
Page 53: Displaying The Image List
Displaying the image list Press the (Playback) button to enter the playback mode. (Playback) button Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six images are displayed at a time. Turn the control wheel to select an image. • You can browse images quickly by sliding the screen up or down. •...
Page 54: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing images on a TV To view images recorded on the camera on a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. Connect the camera to the TV To the HDMI with an HDMI cable (sold connector separately).
Page 55: Checking The Functions Available
Checking the functions available Menu list When you press MENU, six menu items; [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback], and [Setup], appear on the screen. You can set various functions in each item. Items that cannot be set in the context are displayed in gray.
Page 56 Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting. (Single Shooting/Cont. Shooting/Spd Priority Cont./ Self-timer/Self-timer(Cont)/ Bracket: Cont./Remote Cdr.) Flash Mode Selects the method used to fire the flash. (Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync.) AF/MF Select...
Page 57: Image Size
Finder Display(DISP) Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting screen on the viewfinder. (Disp. Basic Info/Histogram) DISP Button(Monitor) Sets the screen display modes to be displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the DISP button. Image Size Allows you to set the image size and aspect ratio, etc. Still Image Size Selects the image size.
Page 58 Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Exposure Comp. Compensates for the brightness of the entire image. (–3.0EV to +3.0EV) Sets the ISO sensitivity. (ISO AUTO/100 - 25600) White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions.
Page 59 Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index screen. (6 Images/12 Images) Rotate Rotates images. Protect Protects images, or cancels the protection. (Multiple Img./Cancel All Images/Cancel All Movies(MP4)/Cancel All AVCHD view files) 3D Viewing Connects to a 3D compatible TV and allows you to view 3D images.
Page 60 Grid Line Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the composition of images. (Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/ Off) Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color. (High/Mid/Low/Off) Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function.
Page 61 Movie Audio Rec Sets the sound for movie recording. (On/Off) Wind Noise Reduct. Reduces wind noise during movie recording. (On/Off) AF Micro Adj. Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately). (AF Adjustment Setting/amount/Clear) Main Settings Menu start Selects a first-displayed menu from the top menu or the last menu screen.
Page 62 HDMI Resolution Set resolution when connected to HDMI TV. (Auto/1080p/1080i) CTRL FOR HDMI Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compliant TV’s Remote Control. (On/Off) USB Connection Selects the method used for a USB connection. (Auto/Mass Storage/MTP) Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor.
Page 63: Functions Available For Each Shooting Mode
Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Exposure Self-timer...
Page 64: Flash Modes Available
Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, indicates the function available. – indicates the function not available. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. Shoot Mode Flash Off Autoflash...
Page 65: Importing Images To The Computer
Importing images to the computer Installing the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: • “Sony Image Data Suite” • “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) (Windows only) Notes • Log on as Administrator. • If “PMB” has already been installed on the computer, and the version number of the previously installed “PMB”...
Page 66 CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. Click [Install]. • Make sure that both “Sony Image Data Suite” and “PMB” are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen.
Page 67: What You Can Do With The Supplied Software
• “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers. “Sony Image Data Suite” With “Sony Image Data Suite,” you can edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections, such as tone curve, and sharpness. Besides, you can display and compare RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera.
Page 68: Creating A Disc Of Movies
3, etc.) discs. AVCHD format playback High-definition image quality (HD) devices movies can be recorded on DVD media, (Sony Blu-ray Disc player, such as DVD-R discs, and a high- ® PlayStation 3, etc.) definition image quality (HD) disc is created.
Page 69: Creating A Disc With A Device Other Than A Computer
• For details on how to create a disc, refer to the operating instructions of the device you use. • If you create a disc using Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), use the memory card slot of the DVD Writer or connect the DVD Writer via USB connection to transfer the data.
Page 70: Others
The table shows the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions.
Page 71 Movies The table below shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes per recording. The maximum size of an MP4 movie file is about 2 GB. (h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity 16GB...
Page 72: Battery Pack
– Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out. – Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately). • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
Page 73: List Of Icons On The Lcd Monitor
List of icons on the LCD monitor Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Shooting standby Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S M Scene Selection Graphic display Scene Recognition...
Page 74 Display Indication Display Indication Recording mode Electronic 60i/50i of movies Viewfinder (sold 60i/50i separately) overheating 60p/50p warning 24p/25p Overheating 24p/25p warning Database file full/ Database file error Memory card/ View mode Upload 101-0012 Playback folder – 123Min Recordable time File number of movies Protect Remaining battery...
Page 75 Display Indication Display Indication Focus mode Smile detection sensitivity indicator Flash ±0.0 compensation Metering Mode Focus area mode Display Indication Object Tracking Focus status Face Detection 1/125 Shutter speed Soft Skin Effect F3.5 Aperture value Metered manual ±0.0 White Balance Exposure ±0.0 compensation...
Page 76 Display Indication Appears when Picture Effect did not work on the image. Histogram...
Page 77: Learning More About The Camera ( Handbook)
Learning more about the camera ( Handbook) “ Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. For Windows users Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
Page 78: Troubleshooting
Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re- insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. Reset the settings (page 62). Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed.
Page 79 • If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. The CHARGE lamp flashes when charging the battery pack. •...
Page 80 • You are shooting in manual focus mode. Set [AF/MF Select] to [Autofocus]. • Ambient light is insufficient. • The subject may require special focusing. Use the [Flexible Spot] or manual focus function. The flash does not work. • Raise the flash (page 23). •...
Page 81: Viewing Images
The image is whitish (Flare). Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). • The picture was taken under a strong light source, and excessive light has entered the lens. When using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The corners of the picture are too dark. •...
Page 82: Precautions
Precautions On the functions available software used with the camera. A child's vision is always vulnerable with the camera (especially for children under six • Your camera is 1080 years of age). Before allowing 60i-compatible or 1080 them to watch 3D images, please 50i-compatible.
Page 83 It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit On the grip the characteristics of this camera. The grip is applied with a special Using the products of other coating.
Page 84: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery
This moisture battery may be dead. Consult your condensation may cause a Sony dealer or local authorized Sony malfunction of the camera. service facility. How to prevent moisture Charging method of the internal...
Page 85 may not be able to be saved or or cause image data breakdown, recorded. In such a case, save your damage or loss. images to a computer or other • Clean the flash surface with a soft storage location, then format the cloth.
Page 86 • Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices. DVD- based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible with the AVCHD format. Also, DVD-based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs.
Page 87: Specifications
Specifications [Recording media] Camera “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, [System] SD card Camera type: Interchangeable lens [LCD monitor] digital camera Lens: E-mount lens LCD panel: 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive [Image sensor] Total number of dots: 921 600 (640 × 3 Image sensor: 23.5 ×...
Page 88 Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Capacity: Typical 7.7 Wh (1 080 mAh) Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Minimum 7.3 Wh (1 020 mAh) Dolby Digital Stereo Creator Maximum dimensions: • Manufactured under license from Approx. 31.8 × 18.5 × 45 mm Dolby Laboratories. (1 5/16 ×...
Page 89 Lens E16 mm single E18 – 55 mm E55 – 210 mm Lens focus lens zoom lens zoom lens NEX-5ND/5NK/ Camera NEX-5ND NEX-5NY Equivalent 27 - 82.5 82.5 - 315 35 mm-format focal length (mm) Lens 9-11 9-13 groups-elements Angle of view 83°...
Page 90 On focal length • “PhotoTV HD” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. The picture angle of this camera is • DVDirect is a trademark of Sony narrower than that of a 35 mm-format Corporation. film camera. You can find the •...
Page 91 trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. • Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) •...
Page 92 Index Numerics Display Contents ......43 3D Sweep Panorama....46 Drive Mode ......... 56 3D Viewing........54 DRO/Auto HDR......58 DVD ..........69 AF Illuminator ......59 AF Micro Adj......61 Enlarge ........52 AF/MF Select....... 56 Enlarge Image ......52 Anti Motion Blur ......
Page 93 Image Index ......... 53 Peaking Color......60 Image Size ........49 Peaking Level......60 Install ........... 65 Photo Creativity ......38 Intelligent Auto ......44 Picture Effect......40, 58 ISO ..........58 Playback ........30 Playback Display......61 Playback on TV......54 Landscape ........
Page 94 Soft Skin Effect......56 Software ........65 Sony Image Data Suite ....67 Spd Priority Cont......43 Specifications....... 87 Specify Printing ......59 Sports Action ....... 45 SteadyShot ........60 Sunset........... 45 Sweep Panorama......46 Touch Operation ......61 Upload Settings......
Page 95 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand...
Page 96 4-288-171-11(1) Interchangeable Table of contents Lens Digital Camera Sample photo Menu α Handbook Index © 2011 Sony Corporation NEX-5N...
Page 97: How To Use This Handbook
Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right on the cover and each page to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use. Search for information by function.
Page 98 Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook ·····································2 Sample photo ························································6 Identifying parts ···················································12 List of icons on the screen···································16 Basic operations Operating the camera··········································19 Menu ···································································23 Shooting images··················································28 Playing back images ···········································30 Deleting images···················································32 Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents) ·····································40 (Exposure Comp.) ··········································43...
Page 99 Using functions in the menu Shoot Mode ·························································23 Camera································································24 Image Size ··························································24 Brightness/Color··················································25 Playback······························································25 Setup ···································································26 Connecting with other equipment Viewing images on a TV····································162 Using with your computer··································165 Using the software·············································167 Connecting the camera to the computer ···········170 Creating a movie disc········································172 Printing still images ···········································176 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting·················································177...
Page 100 Index Index··································································197...
Page 101: Sample Photo
Sample photo “This is the scene I want to capture in a photo, but how can I do?” You may find the answer by going through the sample photos listed here. Click the desired sample photo. Shooting people (page 7) Shooting macro photos (page 8) Shooting landscapes (page 9) Shooting sunset/night scenes (page 10)
Page 102 Shooting people Only the main subject is in focus by The same scene with different brightness defocusing the background (34) (49) A happy smile (75) In candle light (56) A person in front of night view (54) A moving person (87) A group photo (47, 48) A person lit from behind (66) With soft skin tones (77)
Page 103 Shooting macro photos Defocusing the background (34) Adjusting the color to indoor light (88) Flowers (54) Lowering the amount of flash light (92) Focusing manually (67) In better brightness (43) Preventing camera shake for indoor shots Making food look appealing (43) (87) Continued r...
Page 104: Shooting Landscapes
Shooting landscapes The sky in vivid colors (43) Running water (63) Vivid green colors (97) Colored leaves (97) Panoramic photos (57) Scenery with a wide range of brightness Light outdoors shot from a dark interior (93) (93) Defocusing the background (34) Keeping your shot level (112) Continued r...
Page 105 Shooting sunset/night scenes Holding the camera by hand (54) Trail of light (66) Fireworks (62) Defocusing the background (34) Preventing camera shake (47) The same scene in different brightness (49) Shooting the red of the sunset beautifully (54) Continued r...
Page 106 Shooting fast moving subjects Following a moving subject (70) Expressing vigorous action (63) With the subject approaching the camera Capturing the best moment (46) (67)
Page 107: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A ON/OFF (Power) switch B Shutter button (28) C Remote sensor (50) D AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp E Speaker F Microphone G Smart Accessory Terminal 2 H Lens I Lens release button When the lens is removed J Mount...
Page 108 A Battery/memory card cover B Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.
Page 109 Lens E18 – 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NK/5ND/5NY) A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zoom ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5ND) A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts**...
Page 110 E55 – 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NY) A Focusing ring B Zoom ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
Page 111: List Of Icons On The Screen
List of icons on the screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel (page 40). Shooting standby Display Indication Shoot Mode P A S M Scene Selection Scene Recognition Graphic display...
Page 112 Display Indication Display Indication 123Min Recordable time of Flash Mode/Red Eye movies Reduction Remaining battery 100% Flash charge in progress Drive Mode AF illuminator Live view Does not record sound Focus mode during movie recording Touch operation off Flash compensation ±0.0 SteadyShot/SteadyShot Metering Mode...
Page 113 Display Indication Focus status 1/125 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Metered manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation ±0.0 ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) 2011-1-1 9:30AM Recorded date/time of the image 12/12 Image number/Number of images in the view...
Page 114: Operating The Camera
Basic operations Operating the camera The control wheel, soft keys and touch panel allow you Touch panel to use various functions of the camera. Soft keys Control wheel Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents), (Exposure Comp.), and (Drive Mode) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and (Image Index) functions are assigned to the control wheel.
Page 115 When you turn or press the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel following the on-screen display, you can select setting items. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. The arrow means you can turn the control wheel.
Page 116 Touch panel You can operate the camera intuitively by touching or sliding your finger on the screen. Touch the item on the screen to select it. Slide your finger on the screen to scroll down to hidden items. Touch the item to select it. Sliding your finger on the screen will scroll the items.
Page 117 Operation Control wheel Touch panel To set a value or adjust Turn it. Slide the indicator with your the defocusing level finger. To play the next or the Turn it or press the left/right Slide your finger left or right on previous image parts.
Page 118: Menu
Using functions in the menu Menu You can set up the basic settings for the camera as a whole, or execute functions such as shooting, playback, or other operations. 1 Select MENU. 2 Select the desired item by pressing the top/bottom/left/right parts of the control wheel, and then press the center.
Page 119: Camera
Program Auto Automatic shooting that allows you to customize settings, except for the exposure (shutter speed and aperture). Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting.
Page 120: Brightness/Color
Panorama Image Size Selects the image size of panoramic images. Panorama Direction Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. Movie File Format Selects AVCHD 60i/60p, AVCHD 50i/50p or MP4. Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies.
Page 121: Setup
Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AF Illuminator Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim places. Red Eye Reduction Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to prevent eyes from being shot in red.
Page 122 Custom Key Settings Assigns functions to the various keys. Touch Operation Sets whether or not to operate the camera using the touch panel. Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Language Selects the language used on the screen. Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time.
Page 123: Shooting Images
Shooting images Shooting images with the settings in effect when you bought the camera is explained here. The camera makes decisions appropriate to the situation, and adjusts the settings. 1 Adjust the LCD monitor angle, and hold the camera. The Scene Recognition function begins to work. 2 To take still images, press the shutter button halfway down to focus on your subject, and press it fully down to shoot.
Page 124 If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator Status z lit Focus locked.
Page 125: Playing Back Images
Playing back images Plays back the recorded images. 1 Press the (Playback) button. 2 Select the image with the control wheel. Or, slide the screen left or right. 3 To play back panoramic images or movies, press the center of the control wheel.
Page 126: Enlarged Playback
Enlarged playback A portion of a still image can be enlarged for closer examination during playback. This is convenient to check the focus condition of a recorded still image. You can enlarge playback images from the Menu (page 104). 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then select (Enlarge Image).
Page 127: Deleting Images
Deleting images You can delete the image displayed. 1 Display the image you want to delete, and select (Delete). 2 Select OK. Select to quit the operation. (Delete) Notes • You cannot delete protected images. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether you delete the image or not beforehand.
Page 128: Photo Creativity
Using the Photo Creativity function Photo Creativity Using Photo Creativity, you can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select the item you want to set from the items displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Page 129: Background Defocus
Background Defocus Photo Creativity allows you to defocus the background easily to make the subject stand out, while checking the defocusing effect on the LCD monitor. You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity).
Page 130 Brightness You can adjust the brightness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Brightness]. 4 Select the desired brightness. : To make images brighter : To make images darker Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 131 Color You can adjust the color easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Color]. 4 Select the desired color. : To make the color warm : To make the color cool Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 132 Vividness You can adjust the vividness easily in Photo Creativity. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Vividness]. 4 Select the desired vividness. : To make images vivid : To make images faint Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 133 Picture Effect You can set Picture Effect easily in Photo Creativity. Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic expression. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Select (Photo Creativity). 3 Select [Picture Effect]. 4 Select the desired effect. Select AUTO to restore to the original status.
Page 134 (Soft High-key) Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. (Partial Color: Creates an image which retains the color red, Red) but converts others to black and white. (Partial Color: Creates an image which retains the color Green) green, but converts others to black and white.
Page 135 Using functions with the control wheel DISP (Display Contents) Using the control wheel: 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel repeatedly to select the desired mode. Using the Menu: 1 During shooting, MENU t [Camera] t [LCD Display (DISP)]/[Finder Display(DISP)].
Page 136 Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this when you shoot using a viewfinder (sold separately). Finder Display(DISP) Disp. Basic Info Shows basic recording information on the viewfinder. Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically.
Page 137 During playback Display Info. Shows recording information. Histogram Displays the luminance distribution graphically, in addition to recording information. No Disp. Info. Does not show recording information. Note • Histogram is not displayed during following playback modes. – Movie – Panorama –...
Page 138: Exposure Comp
Exposure Comp. You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel t desired value. Or, MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Exposure Comp.] t desired value. Notes •...
Page 139: Drive Mode
Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous, self-timer, or bracket shooting. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t desired mode. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t desired mode. (Single Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode. Shooting) (Cont.
Page 140: Cont. Shooting
Cont. Shooting Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Cont. Shooting]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Cont. Shooting]. Note • You cannot use [Cont. Shooting] with the following functions: –...
Page 141: Spd Priority Cont
Spd Priority Cont. Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button, at a higher speed than that of [Cont. Shooting]. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Spd Priority Cont.]. Notes •...
Page 142 Self-timer (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer]. 2 Option t desired mode. To cancel the timer, press (Drive Mode) and select [Single Shooting]. (Self-timer: Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. 10 Sec) When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the audible signal sounds until the shutter operates.
Page 143 Self-timer(Cont) Continuously shoots the number of images you have set after ten seconds. You can choose the best shot from several shots taken. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Self-timer(Cont)]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Self-timer(Cont)]. 2 Option t desired mode.
Page 144: Bracket: Cont
Bracket: Cont. Shoots three images while automatically shifting the exposure from base, to darker, then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Bracket: Cont.].
Page 145: Remote Cdr
Remote Cdr. You can shoot using the SHUTTER and 2SEC (the shutter is released after two seconds) buttons on the RMT-DSLR1 Wireless Remote Commander (sold separately). Also, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Wireless Remote Commander. (Drive Mode) on the control wheel t [Remote Cdr.]. Or, MENU t [Camera] t [Drive Mode] t [Remote Cdr.].
Page 146: Image Index
Using functions in the menu Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2 Press (Image Index) on the control wheel. Six-image index appears. You can switch to 12-image index; MENU t [Playback] t [Image Index]. 3 To return to the single-image playback, select the desired image and press the center of the control wheel.
Page 147: Intelligent Auto
Intelligent Auto The camera analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Intelligent Auto]. 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the screen. The camera recognizes (Night Scene), (Tripod...
Page 148 If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focus indicator Focus indicator Status z lit Focus locked.
Page 149 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Scene Selection] t desired mode. (Portrait) Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Expresses skin tones softly. (Landscape) Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.
Page 150 (Hand-held Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur Twilight) without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise. Notes • In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so using a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.
Page 151 Anti Motion Blur This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Anti Motion Blur]. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. The camera combines six shots at high sensitivity into one still image, so camera shake is reduced while preventing noise.
Page 152: Sweep Panorama
Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Sweep Panorama]. 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. This part will not be taken. 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD monitor.
Page 153 Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD monitor. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than moving ones. Vertical direction Horizontal direction Radius as short as possible...
Page 154: D Sweep Panorama
3D Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a 3D image from composed images. 3D images shot in [3D Sweep Panorama] mode of this camera can be played back only on a 3D TV. The recorded images are played back as normal still images on the LCD monitor of this camera and a non-3D TV.
Page 155 beach, or lawn. – Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. – Subjects with the sun or electric lights, etc. that are much brighter than surroundings. • [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations: –...
Page 156: Manual Exposure
Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel repeatedly to select shutter speed or aperture.
Page 157: Using The Remote Commander
BULB You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, such as fireworks. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Manual Exposure]. 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel to select shutter speed. 3 Turn the control wheel counterclockwise until [BULB] is indicated.
Page 158 Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Shutter Priority] t desired value.
Page 159 Aperture Priority Blurs or sharpens things in front of and beyond the subject. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Aperture Priority] t desired value. • Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but things in front of and beyond the subject is blurred. •...
Page 160: Program Auto
Program Auto While exposure is adjusted by the camera automatically, you can set shooting functions such as ISO sensitivity, Creative Style, D-Range optimizer. 1 MENU t [Shoot Mode] t [Program Auto]. 2 Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Page 161: Flash Mode
Flash Mode In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject. 1 Attach the flash and raise it.
Page 162 AF/MF Select Selects auto focusing or manual focusing. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t desired mode. (Autofocus) Focuses automatically. (DMF) After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment manually (Direct Manual Focus). (Manual Adjusts the focus manually. Turn the focusing ring right or left Focus) to make the subject look clearer.
Page 163 DMF (Direct Manual Focus) 1 MENU t [Camera] t [AF/MF Select] t [DMF]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically. 3 Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the focusing ring of the lens to achieve a sharp focus. Note •...
Page 164: Autofocus Area
Autofocus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Area] t desired mode. (Multi) The camera determines which of the 25 AF areas is used for focusing.
Page 165: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Autofocus Mode] t desired mode. (Single-shot The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this when the subject is motionless.
Page 166: Object Tracking
Object Tracking Keeps the focusing on a moving subject while tracking it. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Object Tracking] t [On]. A target frame appears. 2 Align the target frame with the subject to be tracked, and pres the center of the control Target frame wheel.
Page 167: Prec. Dig. Zoom
Prec. Dig. Zoom You can shoot still images while zooming in on the center portion. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Prec. Dig. Zoom]. 2 Decide the zoom rate. You can zoom in up to ten times. 3 To stop zooming, select Notes •...
Page 168: Face Detection
Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, and white balance settings automatically. You can select the priority face to be focused on. Face Detection frame (white) When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority.
Page 169: Face Registration
Face Registration Detects faces for which information has been registered in advance, when [Face Detection] is set to [On (Regist. Faces)]. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Face Registration] t desired mode. New Registration Registers a new face. Order Exchanging Changes the priority of faces previously registered. Delete Deletes a registered face.
Page 170: Smile Shutter
Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Smile Shutter] t [On]. 2 To set the sensitivity to detect a smile, Option t desired setting. 3 Wait for a smile to be detected. Face Detection frame (orange) When the smile level exceeds the b point on the...
Page 171 Tips for better capturing of smiles 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible.
Page 172: Soft Skin Effect
Soft Skin Effect Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Soft Skin Effect] t [On]. 2 To set the intensity of the Soft Skin Effect, Option t desired setting. Uses the Soft Skin Effect Function.
Page 173: Shooting Tip List
Shooting Tip List Allows you to search through all shooting tips in the camera. Use this item when you want to look at shooting tips you have seen before. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List]. 2 Search for the desired shooting tip. Turn the control wheel to scroll the text up and down.
Page 174: Disp Button(Monitor)
DISP Button(Monitor) Allows you to select the screen display modes that can be selected with [Display Contents] (page 40) in shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Camera] t [DISP Button(Monitor)]. 2 Select the desired mode. The items marked with are available. 3 Select OK.
Page 175 Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you record an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Image Size] t desired mode.
Page 176 Tips for selecting the image size The images appear differently, depending on the mode selected. 16:9 Standard Wide When [Standard] or [Wide] is selected, the images are scrolled when you press the center of the control wheel. Sweep Panorama The image size varies depending on the [Panorama Direction] setting. (Standard) Shoots images using standard size.
Page 177: Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Aspect Ratio] t desired mode. Standard aspect ratio. Suitable for prints. 16:9 For viewing on a high-definition TV. Note • You cannot set this item when using the following functions: –...
Page 178: Raw Images
Quality Selects the compression format of still images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Quality] t desired mode. RAW (RAW) File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) This format does not allow you to perform any digital processing on the images.
Page 179: Panorama Direction
Panorama Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot 3D Sweep Panorama or Sweep Panorama images. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Panorama Direction] t desired mode. 3D Sweep Panorama (Right) Pan the camera from the left to the right. (Left) Pan the camera from the right to the left.
Page 180: File Format
Records 60i/50i movies or 24p/25p movies in AVCHD format, AVCHD 50i/50p** and 60p/50p movies in an original Sony format. This Sony file format is suitable for viewing the movie on a high-definition TV. You can create a Blu-ray Disc, an AVCHD disc, or a DVD-Video disc using the supplied software “PMB.”...
Page 181: Record Setting
Record Setting Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the data rate (average bit-rate) per minute, the higher the image quality. 1 MENU t [Image Size] t [Record Setting] t desired mode. [File Format]: Average Recording [AVCHD 60i/60p]...
Page 182 Sets the luminous sensitivity. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [ISO] t desired setting. (ISO AUTO) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. 100/200/400/800/ Sets the sensitivity to light of the imaging sensor. Higher 1600/3200/6400/ sensitivities enable faster shutter speeds and/or smaller 12800/25600 apertures (larger f-values).
Page 183: White Balance
White Balance Adjusts the color temperature according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color temperature of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color temperature on purpose for photographic expression.
Page 184: Custom White Balance
Effects of lighting conditions The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color temperature is adjusted automatically, but you can adjust color temperature manually using the [White Balance] function. Weather/ Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent lighting Characteristics White Bluish...
Page 185 Note • If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is registered with the flash light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later shootings.
Page 186: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Metering Mode] t desired mode. (Multi) Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).
Page 187: Flash Comp
Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture.
Page 188: Dro/Auto Hdr
DRO/Auto HDR Corrects the brightness or contrast. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t desired mode. (Off) Does not use [DRO/Auto HDR]. (D-Range By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the Opt.) contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation.
Page 189: Auto Hdr
Auto HDR Widens the range (gradations) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts in correct brightness (Auto High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [DRO/Auto HDR] t [Auto HDR]. 2 Option t desired value.
Page 190 Picture Effect You can shoot with an effect filter to obtain the various textures. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Picture Effect] t desired mode. (Off) Does not use the Picture Effect function. (Toy Camera) Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with shaded corners and pronounced colors.
Page 191 (Soft Focus) Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect. You can set the intensity of the effect with Option. (HDR Creates the look of a painting, Painting) enhancing the colors and details. The camera releases the shutter three times.
Page 192: Creative Style
Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera adjusts the exposure. 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Creative Style] t desired mode. 2 When you want to adjust contrast, saturation, or sharpness, Option t desired setting.
Page 193: To Delete An Image
Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] t desired mode. Multiple Img. Deletes the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel or touch the image, then select OK. All in Folder Deletes all images in the selected folder, or all AVCHD View movies.
Page 194: Slide Show
Slide Show Plays back images automatically. Plays back only 3D images in Slide Show on the 3D TV connected to the camera. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Slide Show] t desired mode t OK. Repeat Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.
Page 195: View Mode
View Mode Selects the unit for images to be played back. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [View Mode] t desired mode. Folder View(Still) Displays still images by folder. Folder View(MP4) Displays movies (MP4) by folder. AVCHD View Displays movies recorded with the [AVCHD 60i/60p] or [AVCHD 50i/50p] mode of [File Format].
Page 196 Image Index Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Image Index] t desired mode. 6 Images Displays six images. 12 Images Displays 12 images. Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar to the left of the image index screen, then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel.
Page 197 Rotate Rotates a still image counter-clockwise. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. Once you rotate the image, the image is played back in the rotated position, even if you turn off the power. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Rotate]. 2 Press the center of the control wheel.
Page 198 Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. mark is displayed for registered images. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Protect] t desired mode. Multiple Img. Applies or cancels the protection of the selected images. Press the center of the control wheel or touch the image, then select Cancel All Images Cancels the protection of all still images.
Page 199: Enlarge Image
Enlarge Image You can check the focus by enlarging a portion of the playback image. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [ Enlarge Image]. 2 Adjust the scaling by turning the control wheel. Or, touch on the screen. 3 Select the position you want to see by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel, or by sliding the image.
Page 200: Volume Settings
Volume Settings Adjusts the sound volume of movies in eight steps. This item appears during movie playback only. 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Volume Settings] t desired value. Adjusting the volume during playback The [Volume Settings] screen appears when you press the bottom of the control wheel while playing back movies.
Page 201: Specify Printing
Specify Printing You can specify which still images you shot on the memory card that you want to print out later. (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images (DPOF: Digital Print Order Format). 1 MENU t [Playback] t [Specify Printing] t desired setting. DPOF Setup Multiple Img.
Page 202: Af Illuminator
AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [AF Illuminator] t desired setting.
Page 203: Red Eye Reduction
Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired setting. The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Does not use Red Eye Reduction.
Page 204: Finder/Lcd Setting
FINDER/LCD Setting When an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached to the camera, sensors in the Electronic Viewfinder can detect whether or not it is being used. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [FINDER/LCD Setting] t desired setting. Auto When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically.
Page 205: Live View Display
Live View Display Sets whether or not to show images altered with effects of the exposure compensation, white balance, etc. on the LCD monitor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Live View Display] t desired setting. Setting Effect ON Shows the images with effects applied. Setting Effect OFF Does not show the images with effects applied.
Page 206: Auto Review
Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the LCD monitor right after the shooting. You can change the displayed time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Auto Review] t desired setting. 10 Sec Displays for the set time. Selecting (Enlarge) allows you to check the enlarged image.
Page 207: Grid Line
Grid Line Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Grid Line] t desired setting. Rule of 3rds Grid Placing main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds makes for a well-balanced composition.
Page 208: Peaking Level
Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Level] t desired setting. High Sets the peaking level to high. Sets the peaking level to middle.
Page 209: Peaking Color
Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function in manual focus. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Peaking Color] t desired setting. White Enhances outlines in white. Enhances outlines in red. Yellow Enhances outlines in yellow. Note • This item cannot be set when [Peaking Level] is set to [Off].
Page 210: Mf Assist
MF Assist Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual-focusing easier. This works in the [Manual Focus] or [DMF] mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist] t desired setting. 2 Turn the focusing ring to adjust the focus. The image is enlarged by 4.8 times.
Page 211: Mf Assist Time
MF Assist Time Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an expanded form for the [MF Assist] function. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [MF Assist Time] t desired setting. No Limit Enlarges the display until is selected. 5 Sec Enlarges the image for five seconds.
Page 212: Color Space
Color Space The way colors are represented with combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space, depending on your purpose. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Color Space] t desired setting. sRGB This is the standard color space of the digital camera.
Page 213 SteadyShot Sets whether or not you use the SteadyShot function of the lens. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [SteadyShot] t desired setting. Uses SteadyShot. Does not use SteadyShot. This setting is recommended when you use a tripod. Notes • [On] is selected when using the following functions: –...
Page 214: Release W/O Lens
Release w/o Lens Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens is attached. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Release w/o Lens] t desired setting. Enable Releases the shutter when no lens is attached. Select this when you attach the camera on an astronomical telescope, etc.
Page 215: Eye-Start Af
Eye-Start AF Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately). 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Eye-Start AF] t desired setting. Auto focusing starts when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder. Auto focusing does not start when you look through the Electronic Viewfinder.
Page 216: Front Curtain Shutter
Front Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between shutter releases. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Front Curtain Shutter] t desired setting. Uses the electronic front curtain shutter function. Does not use the electronic front curtain shutter function. Notes •...
Page 217: Long Exposure Nr
Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to a second or longer (Long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the same duration that the shutter is open. This is to reduce the grainy noise typical in a long exposure. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Long Exposure NR] t desired setting.
Page 218: High Iso Nr
High ISO NR When shooting with the high ISO, the camera reduces the noise that becomes more noticeable when the camera sensitivity is high. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [High ISO NR] t desired setting. Normal Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately.
Page 219: Lens Comp.: Shading
Lens Comp.: Shading Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Shading] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for darker corners of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for darker corners of the screen. Note •...
Page 220: Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber
Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.] t desired setting. Auto Reduces the color deviation automatically. Does not compensate for the color deviation. Note •...
Page 221: Lens Comp.: Distortion
Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for the distortion of the screen, caused by certain lens characteristics. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Lens Comp.: Distortion] t desired setting. Auto Compensates for distortion of the screen automatically. Does not compensate for distortion of the screen. Note •...
Page 222: Movie Audio Rec
Movie Audio Rec Sets whether or not you record the sound during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t desired setting. Records sound (stereo). Does not record sound. Note • The sound of the lens and the camera in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected.
Page 223: Wind Noise Reduct
Wind Noise Reduct. Sets whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wind Noise Reduct.] t desired setting. Reduces wind noise. Does not reduce wind noise. Notes • Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume.
Page 224: Af Micro Adj
Attach a lens of the value to be cleared and select [±0]. If you want to clear all registered values, select [Clear]. • Use [AF Micro Adj.] with Sony, Minolta, and Konika-Minolta lenses only. If you use [AF Micro Adj.] with other brands of lenses, the registered value may be affected.
Page 225: Menu Start
Menu start Allows you to select whether to always display the first screen of the menu or to display the screen of the item you set the last time. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Menu start] t desired setting. Always displays the first screen of the menu. Previous Displays the last item set.
Page 226: Custom Key Settings
Custom Key Settings Assigning functions to the various keys allows you to speed up operations by pressing the appropriate key on the shooting information screen. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t desired setting. Soft Key C Soft Key B Right Key Right Key Setting Shoot Mode...
Page 227 Quality AEL toggle (page 134) Not set White Balance Soft key C Setting Shoot Mode Calls a recording mode. Custom Calls a function assigned to [Custom 1], [Custom 2], [Custom 3], [Custom 4], or [Custom 5]. Custom 1 to 5 The default setting of Available functions each [Custom] item...
Page 228 Calling a function assigned to [Custom] of soft key C 1 Press soft key C when CUSTOM (Custom) is displayed. Or, touch CUSTOM (Custom) on the screen. 2 Select [Custom 1], [Custom 2], [Custom 3], [Custom 4], or [Custom 5] by pressing the right/left of the control wheel.
Page 229: Ael Toggle
AEL toggle When it is hard to obtain an appropriate exposure for the subject, this function allows you to lock the exposure by focusing on and measuring the light of an area that has the desired brightness. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t [Right Key Setting] or [Soft key B Setting].
Page 230: Touch Operation
Touch Operation Sets whether or not to operate the camera using the touch panel. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Touch Operation] t desired setting. Allows operation using the touch panel. Does not allow operation using the touch panel. Note • Even if [On] is selected, you cannot operate the camera via the touch panel when: –...
Page 231 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Beep] t desired setting. Turns on audible signals when you press the control wheel or soft keys, or touch the screen. Turns off the audible signal.
Page 232 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [ Language] t desired language.
Page 233: Date/Time Setup
Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup]. 2 Set the date, time, etc. Daylight Svg.: Selects [ON] or [OFF]. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. Notes • You cannot set the date and time by touching the screen. •...
Page 234: Area Setting
Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the camera. This allows you to set the local area when you use the camera abroad. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting] t desired setting. 2 Press the right or left of the control wheel to select an area.
Page 235: Help Guide Display
Help Guide Display You can select whether or not the help guide is displayed when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t desired setting. Displays the help guide. Does not display the help guide. This is convenient when you want to perform the next operation quickly.
Page 236: Power Save
Power Save You can set time intervals for the camera to switch to power save mode. Pressing the shutter button halfway down returns the camera to the shooting mode. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. 30 Min Switches to power save mode after the set time.
Page 237: Lcd Brightness
LCD Brightness The brightness of the LCD monitor is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions using the light sensor (page 12). You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor manually. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [LCD Brightness] t desired setting. Auto Adjust the brightness automatically.
Page 238: Viewfinder Bright
Viewfinder Bright. When an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) is attached, the brightness of the Electronic Viewfinder is automatically adjusted to the ambient lighting conditions. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Viewfinder Bright.] t desired setting. Auto Adjust the brightness automatically. Manual Allows you to adjust the brightness within the range of –1 to +1.
Page 239: Display Color
Display Color Selects the color of the LCD monitor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Color] t desired setting. Black Turns to the selected color. White Blue Pink...
Page 240: Wide Image
Wide Image Selects the method used for displaying the wide images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Wide Image] t desired setting. Full Screen Displays the wide images on the entire screen. Normal Displays the wide images and the operation information on the screen.
Page 241: Playback Display
Playback Display Selects the orientation when playing back still images recorded in the portrait position. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Playback Display] t desired setting. Auto Rotate Displays in the portrait position. Manual Rotate Displays in the landscape position. Note •...
Page 242: Hdmi Resolution
HDMI Resolution When you connect the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI Cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [HDMI Resolution] t desired setting. Auto The camera automatically recognizes an HD TV and sets the output resolution.
Page 243: Ctrl For Hdmi
CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting the camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back images on your camera by the TV’s remote control aiming at the TV. See page 163 on “BRAVIA” Sync. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t desired setting.
Page 244: Usb Connection
USB Connection Selects the method used for a USB connection. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [USB Connection] t desired setting. Auto Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, in accordance with a computer or other USB devices to be connected.
Page 245: Cleaning Mode
Cleaning Mode Allows you to clean the image sensor. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Cleaning Mode] t OK. The message “After cleaning, turn camera off. Continue?” appears. 2 Select OK. The anti-dust is activated automatically. 3 Turn the camera off. 4 Detach the lens.
Page 246 Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Note • An update can be performed only when the battery level is (three remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a sufficient battery or the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately).
Page 247: Demo Mode
Demo Mode The [Demo Mode] function displays the movies recorded on the memory card automatically (demonstration), when the camera has not been operated for a certain time. Normally select [Off]. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Demo Mode] t desired setting. The demonstration begins automatically when the camera is not operated for about one minute.
Page 248: Reset Default
Reset Default Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you activate [Reset Default], the images are retained. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Reset Default] t OK. Notes • Be sure not to turn off the camera while resetting. •...
Page 249 Format Formats the memory card. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.
Page 250: File Number
File Number Selects the method for assigning file numbers to images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [File Number] t desired setting. Series The camera does not reset numbers, and assigns numbers to files in sequence until the number reaches “9999.” Reset The camera resets numbers in the following cases and assigns numbers to files from “0001.”...
Page 251: Folder Name
Folder Name Still images you shoot are recorded in a folder that is automatically created under the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the folder name form. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Folder Name] t desired setting. Standard Form The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF.
Page 252: Select Shoot. Folder
Select Shoot. Folder When a standard form folder is selected and there are two or more folders, you can select the recording folder to be used to record still images. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Select Shoot. Folder] t desired folder. Notes •...
Page 253: New Folder
New Folder Creates a folder in the memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [New Folder] t OK. A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number currently used.
Page 254: Recover Image Db
Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are found in the image database file, caused by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back in this form. If this happens, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t OK.
Page 255: Display Card Space
Display Card Space Displays the remaining recording time of movies on the memory card. Number of recordable still images is also displayed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Display Card Space].
Page 256: Upload Settings
Upload Settings Sets whether or not you use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Upload Settings] t desired setting. Enables the upload function.
Page 257: Viewing Images On A
On “PhotoTV HD” This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard. By connecting Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality. “PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors.
Page 258 Using “BRAVIA” Sync By connecting the camera to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate the camera with the TV Remote Control. 1 Connect a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync to the camera. The input is automatically switched and the image shot with the camera appears on the TV screen.
Page 259: D Viewing
3D Viewing To view 3D panorama images recorded on the camera on a 3D TV, set as follows. 1 Connect the camera to the 3D TV using an 1 To the HDMI connector HDMI cable (sold separately). 2 MENU t [Playback] t [3D Viewing] t HDMI cable 3D panorama images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen.
Page 260: Using With Your Computer
Using with your computer Following applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. • “Sony Image Data Suite” • “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) Notes • “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.
Page 261 Recommended computer environment (Macintosh) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.6) “Image Data Converter”: Mac OS X v10.5/Mac OS X v10.6 (Snow Leopard) “Image Data CPU: Intel processors, such as Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2...
Page 262: Using The Software
2 Click [Install]. Make sure that both “Sony Image Data Suite” and “PMB” are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen (page 170).
Page 263 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Using “Sony Image Data Suite” With “Sony Image Data Suite” you can do the following, etc.: • To edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections, such as tone curve, and sharpness.
Page 264 • “AVCHD View movies” are the movies that were recorded in the [AVCHD 60i/60p] or [AVCHD 50i/ 50p] mode of [File Format]. To use “PMB” Refer to “PMB Help.” (PMB Help) on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Double-click the shortcut of Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help]. “PMB” support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/...
Page 265: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
• When the camera is connected to the computer, if you operate AVCHD View movies or folders from the connected computer, images may be damaged or cannot be played. Do not delete or copy AVCHD View movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 266: Deleting The Usb Connection
Deleting the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing the memory card. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the Windows Vista tasktray. 2 Click (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop].
Page 267: Creating A Movie Disc
Notes • If you use a Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), you can transfer data by inserting a memory card into the memory card slot of the DVD writer, or connecting your camera to the DVD writer with a USB cable.
Page 268 • You can play a high definition image quality ( ) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray Disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players. Standard definition image quality (STD) movie converted from high definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, and a standard image quality (STD) disc is created.
Page 269 Creating an AVCHD format disc on a computer You can create a high definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format disc from AVCHD View movies imported to a computer using the supplied software “PMB.” 1 Turn on your computer and place an empty disc on the DVD drive. 2 Start “PMB.”...
Page 270 • For details on creating a disc, refer to the operating manual that comes with the device used. • You can transmit data via the memory card slot and the USB connection, when using a Sony DVD writer. • Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions.
Page 271: Printing Still Images
Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods. • Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • Printing using a computer You can import images to a computer using the supplied “PMB” software and print the images.
Page 272: Troubleshooting
2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 153). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed.
Page 273 battery pack. Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack. Charging will resume and the CHARGE lamp will be lit when the ambient temperature returns to within the suitable temperature. •...
Page 274 The image taken with the flash is too dark. • If the subject is beyond the flash range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject. If the ISO is changed, the flash range also changes with it.
Page 275: Deleting/Editing Images
Deleting/Editing images The image cannot be deleted. • Cancel the protection (page 103). The image was deleted by mistake. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete (page 103). A DPOF mark cannot be put.
Page 276: Memory Card
Memory card Cannot insert a memory card. • Insertion direction of the memory card is wrong. Insert it in the correct direction. Cannot record on a memory card. • The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images (pages 32, 98). •...
Page 277 • If an AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the camera again. If the camera does not work after doing these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 278: Warning Messages
Warning messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions below. Incompatible battery. Use correct model. • An incompatible battery pack is being used. Set Area/Date/Time. • Set the date and time. If you have not used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery.
Page 279 • The SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 280 No images selected. • You attempted to delete without specifying images. No images changed. • You attempted to execute DPOF without specifying images. Cannot create more folders. • The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the case.
Page 281: Using The Camera Abroad
Others Using the camera abroad You can use the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Note •...
Page 282: Memory Card
Memory card You can use following memory cards with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card. You cannot use a MultiMedia Card. Notes • Memory card formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with the camera. •...
Page 283 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be used. Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately) • This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro”...
Page 284: Infolithium" Battery Pack
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack Your camera operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FW50. You cannot use any other battery packs. “InfoLITHIUM” W series battery packs have the mark. An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions with the camera.
Page 285 On battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. • The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used.
Page 286: Battery Charger
Battery charger • Only NP-FW type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. •...
Page 287: Mount Adaptor
* The autofocus speed will be slower compared to when an E-mount lens is attached. (When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be about 2 seconds to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. The speed may vary depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.) The available [Autofocus Area] settings differ depending on the Mount Adaptor type.
Page 288 15 AF areas with the control wheel. Notes • You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. • When you are using the Mount Adaptor and record movies, press the shutter button halfway down to use autofocus.
Page 289: Electronic Viewfinder
Electronic Viewfinder By attaching an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) to the Smart Accessory Terminal 2 of the camera, you can shoot images while looking through the Electronic Viewfinder. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Electronic Viewfinder. Note •...
Page 290: Avchd Format
AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification or the 720p specification using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data.
Page 291: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning the camera • Do not touch the inside of the camera, such as lens contacts. Blow away dust from inside the mount using a commercially available blower*. For details on cleaning the image sensor, see page 150. * Do not use a spray blower. Using one may cause a malfunction. •...
Page 292 Index Index Numerics Creative Style .............97 CTRL FOR HDMI ...........148 3D Sweep Panorama .......... 59 Custom Key Settings ........131 3D Viewing ............164 Custom white balance .........89 AdobeRGB ............117 Date Format ............138 AF Illuminator ..........107 Date/Time Setup ..........138 AF/MF Select .............
Page 293 Folder Name ............ 156 Menu ..............23 Format .............. 154 Brightness/Color ...........25 Front Curtain Shutter ........121 Camera ............24 Image Size .............24 Playback ............25 Grid Line ............112 Setup .............26 Shoot Mode ...........23 Menu start ............130 Hand-held Twilight ..........55 Metering Mode ...........91 HDMI Resolution ..........
Page 294 Slow Sync............66 Smile Shutter ............75 Soft keys ............20 Soft Skin Effect ..........77 Software ............167 Sony Image Data Suite ........168 Spd Priority Cont..........46 Specify Printing ..........106 Sports Action ............. 54 Spot ..............91 sRGB ..............
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Sony NEX-5N Instruction Manual

Table of Contents

Mastering the Basic Operation

Using the Recording Functions

Using the Playback Functions

Checking the Functions Available

Importing Images to the Computer

Others

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