Sony Nex 3 Manual
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F:\CX75000_Revision\4183856121\4183856121NEX5U2\00COV-NEX5U2\010COV.fmmaster: Right NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C 4-183-856-12(1) 4-183-856- 12(1) NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to the computer Others E-mount ©2010 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C 4-183-856-12(1) F:\CX75000_Revision\4183856121\4183856121NEX5U2\00COV-NEX5U2\100BCO.fm master: Right NEX-3/NEX-5 Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
GB 2 Owner’s RecordThe 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-3/3C/ NEX-5/5C Serial No. ______________________________ To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. [Battery packIf the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions. • Do not disassemble. Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it. Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. English WARNING CAUTION
GB 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. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [Battery chargerEven if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket). When a power cord (mains lead) is supplied, the power cord (mains lead) can be used with this unit only, and should not be used with any other unit. [RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIESLithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. [Battery packThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada
GB 4 UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. [Regulatory Information [CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. For Customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-3 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 Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-5 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 Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
GB 5 [Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. [Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU DirectivesThe 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. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [AttentionThe electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. [NoticeIf static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. For Customers in Europe
GB 6 [Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. [Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used. 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. Notice for customers in the United Kingdom
GB 7 Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied .................................10 Identifying parts ................................................................12 Preparing the battery pack ...............................................16 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 Recording movies .............................................................28 Playing back images ........................................................29 Deleting images ................................................................30 Using the control wheel and soft keys ..............................32 Using the guide function of the camera ...........................34 Using the recording functions Defocusing the background easily (Background Defocus Control) ............................................................................. 35 Selecting the flash mode .................................................. 36 Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) .................................................................. 37 Using the self-timer ........................................................... 37 Shooting still images continuously.................................... 38 Changing the screen display (DISP) ................................ 38 Shooting with various drive mode..................................... 39 Selecting the image size................................................... 44 Focusing on the face (Face Detection) ............................ 46 Using the playback functions Enlarging the playback image (Enlarge Image) ............... 47 Displaying the image list................................................... 48 Viewing images on a TV ................................................... 49
GB 8 Checking the functions available Menu list ........................................................................... 50 Functions available for each shooting mode ................... 56 Flash modes available...................................................... 57 Importing images to the computer Installing the software....................................................... 58 What you can do with the supplied software ................... 60 Creating a movie disc (NEX-5/5C) ................................... 61 Others Checking the number of recordable images ................... 63 List of icons on the LCD monitor ...................................... 65 Learning more about the camera (αHandbook) ............. 68 Troubleshooting................................................................ 69 Precautions....................................................................... 73 Specifications ................................................................... 76 Index................................................................................. 81 This instruction manual is for models NEX-3/3C and NEX-5/5C. The NEX-5/5C is used for illustrations in this manual, unless otherwise specified. The differences between each model are as follows: * NEX-5C/3C are not compatible with Eye-Fi. ** To check whether the camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible camera: 60i 1080 50i-compatible camera: 50i ModelMovie file formatRemote control NEX-5/5C* AVCHD**/MPEG-4 Available NEX-3/3C* MPEG-4 Not available
GB 9 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. Model nameLens NEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA E16 mm NEX-5D/5CD/3D/3CD E18 – 55 mm and E16 mm NEX-5H/5CH E18 – 200 mm NEX-5K/5CK/3K/3CK E18 – 55 mm
GB 10 Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied First check the model name of your camera (page 9). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. xCommon accessories Battery charger BC-VW1 (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) USB cable (1) Shoulder strap (1) Flash (1)/Flash case (1) – Application Software for αcamera –αHandbook Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) xNEX-5A/5CA/3A/3CA E16 mm single focus lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera) xNEX-5D/5CD/3D/3CD E16 mm single focus lens/Lens cap/Lens rear cap (1) E18 – 55 mm zoom lens/Lens cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) x NEX-5H/5CH E18 – 200 mm zoom lens/Lens cap/Lens rear cap (1) (attached to the camera)/Lens hood (1) Extender for Flash (1)/Extender case (1) Body cap (1) (attached to the camera)