Page 1 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera E-mount Instruction Manual If your camera’s system software version is earlier than Ver.5.0, refer to the Instruction Manual at the following URL. http://helpguide.sony.net/ilc/ilce9/d832100111.pdf ©2019 Sony Corporation ILCE-9...
Page 2: Check Out The Help Guide
The “Help Guide” is an on-line manual that you can read on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for details on menu items, advanced usage, and the latest information on the camera. Scan here http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1830/h_zz/ ILCE-9 Help Guide Instruction Manual In-Camera Guide (this book)
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Check out the Help Guide! ............2 Notes on using your camera........... 11 Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items .......15 Identifying parts ..............16 Front side ...............16 Rear side ................18 Top side/Side view ............20 Bottom ................
Page 4 Shooting Shooting still images ............. 45 Focusing ................. 47 Focus Mode ..............47 Auto focus ................49 Focus Area ..............49 Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) Switch V/H AF Area) .......... 54 AF/MF control ............... 55 AF On ................
Page 5 Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) .......... 79 Continuous shooting ............ 79 Self-timer ..............82 Self-timer (Cont) ............83 Cont. Bracket ..............84 Single Bracket ............... 85 Indicator during bracket shooting ....... 86 WB bracket ..............87 DRO Bracket ..............88 Using touch function .............
Page 6 Correcting brightness and contrast automatically ....115 D-Range Optimiser (DRO) ........... 115 Auto HDR ..............116 Selecting the ISO sensitivity ..........118 ISO Range Limit ............119 ISO AUTO Min. SS ............119 Using the zoom ..............121 The zoom features available with this product ..121 Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) ....
Page 7 Shooting movies Shooting movies ..............143 Changing settings for movie recording ........146 File Format..............146 Record Setting ............147 S&Q Settings ............149 Audio Recording ............151 Audio Rec Level ............152 Marker Settings ............153 4K Output Select ............154 Proxy Recording ............155 Viewing Viewing images ..............156 Playing back still images ..........156 Enlarging an image being played back...
Page 8 Deleting images ..............168 Deleting a displayed image ........168 Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) ....168 Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions .........170 Memory ..........170 Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) ..........171 Customizing the MENU (My Menu) ........173 Add Item ..............
Page 9 Using network functions Using the Wi-Fi/One-touch (NFC)/Bluetooth/wired LAN functions ................193 Installing Imaging Edge Mobile ........193 Recording location information to captured images .............194 Transferring images to the FTP server ......194 Connecting the camera and a smartphone ......195 Using a smartphone as a remote control for the camera ............195 Transferring images from the camera to a smartphone ............
Page 10 MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items ............... 203 List of MENU items ............... 204 (Camera Settings 1) ..........204 (Camera Settings 2) ..........209 (Network) ..............214 (Playback) ..............215 (Setup) ..............216 (My Menu) ..............219 List of icons on the monitor ..........220 Icons on the shooting screen ........
Page 11: Notes On Using Your Camera
Notes on using your camera Notes on the monitor and Along with this section, also see “Precautions” in the Help Guide. electronic viewfinder • The monitor and electronic Notes on handling the product viewfinder are manufactured • This camera is designed to be dust using extremely high-precision resistant and splash resistant, but technology, and over 99.99% of the...
Page 12 Notes on discarding or transferring to faster than 1/4000 seconds. this product to others Sony lenses/accessories When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to Using this unit with products from...
Page 13 For example, unauthorized access to the camera may occur in network environments to which another network device is connected or can connect without permission. Sony LAN cable bears no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by connecting to Use a Category 5e or higher Shielded such network environments.
Page 14 For Customers in the U.S.A. For question regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-800-222-SONY (7669). Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WW361847 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Page 15: Preparations For Shooting
Preparations for shooting Checking the camera and the supplied items The number in parentheses • Micro USB cable (1) indicates the number of pieces. • Camera (1) • AC Adaptor (1) • Shoulder Strap (1) The type of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region.
Page 16: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details. Front side  ON/OFF (Power) switch (42)/Shutter button (45)  Image sensor position mark • The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The mark shows the location ...
Page 17  Front dial You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.  Infrared remote sensor  Lens release button (41)  Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna (built-in)  Microphone*  AF illuminator (64)/Self- timer lamp (82) When the lens is removed ...
Page 18: Rear Side
Rear side   Eyepiece cup C3 button (Custom button 3) To remove the eyepiece cup (25) Push the grips at the bottom  MENU button (203) of the eyepiece cup to the left  Monitor/Touch panel (31, and right and lift up the cup. You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.
Page 19   Diopter-adjustment dial Control wheel (24) Adjust the diopter-adjustment  Access lamp dial according to your eyesight  For shooting: C4 button until the display appears clearly (Custom button 4) (25) in the viewfinder. If it is hard to For viewing: (Delete) button ...
Page 20: Top Side/Side View
Top side/Side view    Drive mode dial lock release Microphone) jack ( button When an external microphone is connected, the built-  Upper: Drive mode dial (79) in microphone turns off Lower: Focus mode dial (47) automatically. When the ...
Page 21  Multi Interface Shoe* (136)  (N mark) (193) Some accessories may not go • This mark indicates the touch in all the way and protrude point for connecting the backward from the Multi camera and an NFC-enabled interface shoe. However, Smartphone.
Page 22 Use the cable protector to prevent shoe and the Multi/Micro USB the HDMI cable from being Terminal, visit the Sony website, or disconnected when shooting consult your Sony dealer or local images with the HDMI cable authorized Sony service facility.
Page 23: Bottom
Bottom  Battery insertion slot (36)  Battery cover (36)  Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur.  Battery cover release lever...
Page 24: Basic Operations
Basic operations Using the control wheel • You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel. • The DISP (Display Setting) and ISO (ISO) functions are assigned to the top/right side of the control wheel.
Page 25: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To Buttons (Custom Key)
Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable keys. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly. You can also assign [Not set] to easily operable keys to prevent accidental operation.
Page 26: Using The Fn (Function) Button (Function Menu)
Move to the [Rear1] screen using the left/right side of the control wheel. Then, select [AEL Button] and press the center of the control wheel. Press the left/right side of the control wheel until [Eye AF] is displayed. Select [Eye AF], and then press the center. •...
Page 27 Press the DISP on the control wheel repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder], and then press the Fn (Function) button. Fn button Select the desired function by pressing the top/bottom/left/ right side of the control wheel. Select the desired setting by turning the front dial, and press the center of the control wheel.
Page 28: How To Use The Quick Navi Screen
To change the functions in the function menu (Function Menu Set.) The following is the procedure for changing [Drive Mode] in the function menu to [Grid Line].  MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Function Menu Set.].  Select (Drive Mode) from among the twelve functions in the function menu using the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel, and then press the center.
Page 29 Press the Fn button to switch to the Quick Navi screen. • The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Auto mode P/A/S/M mode Select a function to set by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel.
Page 30 To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens Select the desired function in step 5, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide to adjust settings. Operation guide Note •...
Page 31: Changing The Screen Display
Changing the screen display Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. • To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder. •...
Page 32 During playback (Monitor/Viewfinder) Display Info. Histogram No Disp. Info. • If the image has an overexposed or underexposed area, the corresponding section will blink on the histogram display (overexposed/ underexposed warning). • The settings for playback are also applied in [Auto Review]. Histogram display A histogram shows the luminance distribution, displaying how many pixels there are by...
Page 33: Disp Button (Monitor/Finder)
Note • The viewfinder display and the monitor display for shooting can be set separately. Look through the viewfinder to set the display settings for the viewfinder. • The information in the histogram display does not indicate the final photograph. It is information about image displayed on the screen. The final result depends on the aperture value, etc.
Page 34 Level: Indicates whether the product is level in both the front-back and horizontal directions. When the product is level in both directions, the indicator turns to green. Horizontal direction Front-back direction For viewfinder*: Displays only shooting information on the monitor, not the subject.
Page 35: Startup Guide
CHARGE lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack and then re-insert it to recharge. • Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs.
Page 36: Step 2: Inserting The Battery Pack Into The Camera
Step 2: Inserting the battery pack into the camera Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Lock lever Close the cover.
Page 37: Step 3: Inserting A Memory Card
To charge the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the camera off and connect it to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), then connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). If you turn on the camera, power will be supplied from the wall outlet (wall socket) and you will be able to operate the camera.
Page 38 Insert the SD card into the slot 1. Slot 1 (lower): Supports SD cards (compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II) Slot 2 (upper): Supports SD cards Slot 2 Slot 1 (compatible with UHS-I) and Memory Stick PRO Duo media • With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.
Page 39: Step 4: Attaching A Lens
To remove the memory card Make sure that the access lamp (page 19) is not lit, and then push in the memory card once to remove Access lamp To record to memory cards in two slots The slot 1 is used in the default settings. If you do not intend to change the settings and will only use one memory card, use the slot 1.
Page 40 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera. • Hold the camera with the lens facing down to prevent dust or debris from entering the camera. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into...
Page 41 To remove the lens Keep pressing the lens release button and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. Lens release button Compatible lenses Lenses compatible with this camera are as follows: Lens Compatibility with the camera ...
Page 42: Step 5: Setting The Language And The Clock
Step 5: Setting the language and the clock Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON” to turn on the camera. Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel. Control wheel Make sure that [Enter] is selected on the screen and then press the center.
Page 43: Step 6: Shooting Images In Auto Mode
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set other items, then select [Enter] and press the center. Hint • To reset the date and time setting, use MENU (page 218). Note • This camera does not have a function for inserting the date into images. You can insert the date into images and then save and print them using PlayMemories Home (for Windows only).
Page 44 To shoot movies Press the MOVIE button to start/stop recording. To play back images Press the (Playback) button to play back images. You can select the desired image using the control wheel. To delete displayed image Press the (Delete) button while an image is displayed to delete it. Select ...
Page 45: Shooting Still Images
Shooting Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. • Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera.
Page 46 To shoot images with the focus locked on the desired subject (Focus-lock) Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.  Turn the focus mode dial to select AF-S (Single-shot AF). • Turn the focus mode dial while holding down the focus mode dial lock release button.
Page 47: Focusing
Focusing Focus Mode Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. Turn the focus mode dial while Focus mode dial pressing the focus mode dial lock release button and select the desired mode. Focus mode dial lock release button AF-S (Single-shot AF): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete.
Page 48 Focus indicator  (lit): The subject is in focus and the focus is locked.  (flashing): The subject is not in focus. (lit): The subject is in focus. The focus will be adjusted continuously according to the movements of the subject. (lit): Focusing is in progress.
Page 49: Auto Focus
Auto focus Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to focus properly in the auto focus mode. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Area]  desired setting. Wide: Focuses on a subject covering the whole range of the screen automatically.
Page 50 Examples of the focusing frame display The focusing frame differs as follows. When focusing on a larger area When focusing on a smaller area • When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area”...
Page 51 To move the focus area • You can move the focus area in [Flexible Spot], [Expand Flexible Spot], or [Zone] by operating the multi-selector. If you assign [Focus Standard] to the center of the multi-selector beforehand, you can move the focusing frame back to the center of the monitor by pressing the center of the multi-selector.
Page 52 Focus Area Limit By limiting the types of available focus area settings in advance, you can more quickly select settings for [Focus Area]. MENU (Camera Settings 1) [Focus Area Limit]    check marks to the focus areas that you want to use, and then select [OK].
Page 53 Focus Standard If you assign [Focus Standard] to the desired custom key, you can recall useful functions such as focusing on a subject in the center of the screen automatically in accordance with the focus area settings.  MENU  (Camera Settings 2) ...
Page 54: Adjusting The Focus Area Settings To The Camera's Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical) Switch V/H Af Area)
Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) ( Switch V/H AF Area) You can set whether to switch the [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame according to the orientation of the camera (horizontal/ vertical). This function is useful when shooting scenes for which you have to change the camera position frequently, such as portraits or sports scene.
Page 55: Af/Mf Control
Note • If the setting for [ Switch V/H AF Area] is changed, the focus settings for each camera orientation will not be retained. • The [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame will not change even when [ Switch V/H AF Area] is set to [AF Point + AF Area] or [AF Point Only] in the following situations: –...
Page 56: Af On
AF On You can focus without pressing the shutter button halfway down. The settings for the focus mode dial will be applied. Press the AF-ON (AF On) button while shooting in autofocus mode. Hint • Set [ AF w/ shutter] to [Off] when you do not want to perform auto focusing using the shutter button.
Page 57 Face detection frame • When the product detects a face, the gray face detection frame appears. When the product determines that autofocus is enabled, the face detection frame turns white. • In case you have registered the priority order for each face using [Face Registration], the product automatically selects the first prioritized face and the face detection frame over that face turns white.
Page 58 [Switch Right/Left Eye] by custom key When [Right/Left Eye Select] is set to [Right Eye] or [Left Eye], you can switch the eye to be detected by pressing the custom key to which you have assigned the [Switch Right/Left Eye] function. When [Right/Left Eye Select] is set to [Auto], you can temporarily switch the eye to be detected by pressing the custom key to which you have assigned the [Switch Right/Left Eye] function.
Page 59: Af In Focus Mag
• You cannot use the face/eye detection function with the following functions: – Zoom functions other than the optical zoom. – [Posterization] under [Picture Effect] – Focus Magnifier – Movie shooting with [ Record Setting] set to [120p]/[100p] – When [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] during slow-motion/ quick-motion shooting.
Page 60: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)
Hint • Use of a tripod is recommended to accurately identify the location you want to magnify. • You can check the auto-focusing result by magnifying the displayed image. If you want to readjust the focus position, adjust the focus area on the magnified screen and then press the shutter button halfway down.
Page 61: Registering The Current Focus Area ( Af Area Registration)
Setting the start position to track by touch operation ([Touch Tracking] under [Func. of Touch Operation]) You can set the subject to track by touching it on the monitor (page 92). • This function is available in still image shooting mode and movie shooting mode.
Page 62 How to call up the registered focus area  MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Custom Key]  desired key, then select [Regist. AF Area hold].  Set the camera to the shooting mode, hold down the key to which [Regist. AF Area hold] has been assigned and then press the shutter button to shoot images.
Page 63: Pre-Af
Pre-AF The product automatically adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. During focusing operations, the screen may shake. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ Pre-AF]  desired setting. On: Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down.
Page 64: Priority Set In Af-C
Priority Set in AF-C Sets whether to release the shutter even if the subject is not in focus when the continuous AF is activated and the subject is in motion. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Priority Set in AF-C]  desired setting.
Page 65: Circ. Of Focus Point
Circ. of Focus Point Sets whether to allow the focusing frame to jump from one end to the other when you move the focusing frame with [Focus Area] set to [Zone], [Flexible Spot], or [Expand Flexible Spot]. This function is useful when you want to move the focusing frame from one end to the other quickly.
Page 66: Af Micro Adj
[±0], or reset the values of all the lenses using [Clear]. • The [AF Micro Adj.] supports Sony, Minolta, or Konica-Minolta lenses. If you perform [AF Micro Adj.] with lenses other than the supported lenses, the registered settings for the supported lenses may be affected.
Page 67: Aperture Drive In Af
Aperture Drive in AF Changes the aperture drive system to prioritize the auto-focusing tracking performance or to prioritize silence (only when using a compatible lens). MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Aperture Drive in AF]  desired setting. Standard: Uses the standard aperture drive system. Focus Priority: Changes the aperture drive system to prioritize auto- focusing performance.
Page 68: Manual Focus
Manual Focus When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. Turn the focus mode dial Focus mode dial while pressing the focus mode dial lock release button and select MF. Focus mode dial lock release button Rotate the focusing ring to achieve sharp focus.
Page 69: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after performing auto focusing, letting you focus on a subject more quickly than when using the manual focus from the beginning. This is convenient in situations such as macro shooting. Turn the focus mode dial Focus mode dial while pressing the focus mode...
Page 70: Focus Magnifier
Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ MF Assist], you can magnify the image without operating the focus ring. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Focus Magnifier]. Press the center of the multi-selector to enlarge the image and select the area you want to enlarge by pressing the multi- selector up/down/left/right.
Page 71: Mf Assist
To use the focus magnifier function by touch operation You can magnify the image and adjust the focus by touching the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Then, select the appropriate settings under [Touch Panel/Pad]. When the focus mode is [Manual Focus], you can perform [Focus Magnifier] by double-tapping the area to focus on while shooting with the monitor.
Page 72: Peaking Setting
Peaking Setting Sets the peaking function, which enhances the outline of in-focus areas during shooting with Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Peaking Setting]  desired setting item. Peaking Display: Sets whether to display peaking. Peaking Level: Sets the level of enhancement of in-focus areas.
Page 73: Shutter Setting
Shutter setting Shutter Type You can set whether to shoot with a mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Shutter Type]  desired setting. Auto: The shutter type is automatically switched based on the shooting conditions and shutter speed.
Page 74: Using The Electronic Shutter
Using the electronic shutter Using the electronic shutter lets you perform various kinds of shooting that are difficult to achieve using the mechanical shutter, such as shooting without sounds or shaking, shooting with a super-fast shutter, and blackout-free shooting*. * During blackout-free shooting, the screen does not black out or drop frames and you can keep looking at the subject through the viewfinder or monitor while shooting images.
Page 75 The maximum shutter speed is 1/16000 second when the shooting mode is not set to S (Shutter Priority) or M (Manual Exposure), or during bracket shooting with a setting other than [WB bracket] or [DRO Bracket]. The next value after 1/16000 second is 1/32000 second when the shooting mode is set to S (Shutter Priority) or M (Manual Exposure).
Page 76  Turn the focus mode dial and select AF-C (Continuous AF), then start shooting images. Hint • If you want to display the timing of shooting on the screen during blackout- free shooting, adjust the setting using MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Shoot.
Page 77: Displaying The Release Timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.)
Displaying the release timing (Shoot. Timing Disp.) Sets the method for displaying the shutter release timing on the screen during blackout-free shooting. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Shoot. Timing Disp.]  desired setting. On: Type 1/On: Type 2: Displays a frame around the focusing frame. On: Type 3/On: Type 4: Displays ...
Page 78: E-Front Curtain Shutter
e-Front Curtain Shutter The electronic front curtain shutter function shortens the time lag between when the shutter button is pressed and the shutter is released. You can use [e-Front Curtain Shutter] when [ Shutter Type] is set to [Mechanical Shutter]. MENU ...
Page 79: Shooting With Drive Modes (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)
Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) Select the appropriate mode for the subject, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracketing shooting. Select the desired drive mode by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 80 Shutter Type Mechanical Shutter Auto/Electronic Shutter* 5 images per second 20 images per second at Continuous Shooting: Hi at maximum* maximum * 5 images per second 10 images per second at Continuous Shooting: Mid at maximum* maximum* 2.5 images per second 5 images per second at Continuous Shooting: Lo at maximum...
Page 81 Displaying continuous shooting remaining time indicator (Cont. Shoot. Length) Sets whether to display an indicator of the remaining time for which continuous shooting can be performed at the same shooting speed. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Cont. Shoot. Length]  desired setting. Always Display: Always displays the indicator when the drive mode is set to [Cont.
Page 82: Self-Timer
Self-timer Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. Use the 5-second/10-second self-timer when you are going to be in the picture, and use the 2-second self-timer to reduce camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button.
Page 83: Self-Timer (Cont)
Self-timer (Cont) Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. You can choose the best from multiple shots. Select (Self-timer) by turning the drive mode dial. •...
Page 84: Cont. Bracket
Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter (bracket shooting). You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 85: Single Bracket
Single Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter (bracket shooting). You can select the image that suits your purpose after recording. Since a single picture is taken each time you press the shutter button, you can adjust the focus or the composition for each shot.
Page 86: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
Indicator during bracket shooting Ambient light* bracketing Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 EV Flash compensation -1.0 EV Viewfinder No indicator is displayed. Monitor (Display All Info. or Histogram) Monitor (For viewfinder) (Upper indicator) (Lower indicator) * Ambient light: A generic term for non-flash light including natural light, electric...
Page 87: Wb Bracket
WB bracket Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter. Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 88: Dro Bracket
DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 89 Bracket Settings You can set the type of bracket or the self-timer in bracket shooting mode, and the shooting order for exposure bracketing or white balance bracketing.  Select (Bracket) by turning the drive mode dial. • Turn the drive mode dial while holding down the drive mode dial lock release button.
Page 90: Using Touch Function
Using touch function Touch Operation Sets whether to activate or not the touch operation of the monitor. MENU  (Setup)  [Touch Operation]  desired setting. On: Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Touch Panel/Pad Touch operations when shooting with the monitor are referred to as “touch panel operations,”...
Page 91: Touch Focus
Touch Focus You can select a subject on which to focus using touch operations in the still image and movie recording modes. Select MENU  (Setup)  [Touch Operation]  [On] beforehand. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Func. of Touch Operation] ...
Page 92: Touch Tracking
Specifying the position where you want to focus in the movie recording mode (spot focus) The camera will focus on the touched subject. Spot focus is not available when shooting with the viewfinder.  Select a [Focus Area] other than [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot].
Page 93 Touch the subject that you want to track on the monitor. Tracking will start. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. • Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot images. Hint • To cancel tracking, touch or press the center of the control wheel.
Page 94: Selecting A Still Image Size/Image Quality
Selecting a still image size/image quality File Format Sets the file format for still images. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ File Format]  desired setting. RAW: Digital processing is not performed on this file format. Select this format to process images on a computer for professional purposes.
Page 95: Jpeg Quality
JPEG Quality Selects the JPEG image quality when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG] or [JPEG]. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ JPEG Quality]  desired setting. Extra fine/Fine/Standard: Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order.
Page 96: Aspect Ratio
When recording in the APS-C-equivalent size When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to 3:2 When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to 16:9 L: 10M 3936×2624 pixels L: 8.7M 3936×2216 pixels M: 6.0M 3008×2000 pixels M: 5.1M 3008×1688 pixels S: 2.6M 1968×1312 pixels S: 2.2M 1968×1112 pixels...
Page 97: Aps-C/Super 35Mm
APS-C/Super 35mm Sets whether to record in APS-C-equivalent size for still images and in Super 35mm-equivalent size for movies. If you select [On] or [Auto], you can use an APS-C size dedicated lens on this product. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [APS-C/Super 35mm]  desired setting.
Page 98 The camera shoots with an angle of view equivalent to full frame in the following situations. • [APS-C/Super 35mm] is set to [Auto], and a full frame shooting- compatible lens is attached. • [APS-C/Super 35mm] is set to [Off]. Angle of view equivalent to APS-C size/Super 35mm When shooting still images (with [ Aspect Ratio] set to [3:2])
Page 99: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial function You can switch the shooting mode according to the subject or purpose of shooting. Turn the mode dial to select the desired shooting mode. • Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial.
Page 100: ( Intelligent Auto)
Intelligent Auto) The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. Set the mode dial to (Auto Mode). The shooting mode will be set to (Intelligent Auto). Point the camera at the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen.
Page 101: Program Auto
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Page 102: Aperture Priority
Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. Set the mode dial to (Aperture Priority). Select the desired value by turning the front/rear dial. • Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and beyond the subject are blurred.
Page 103: Shutter Priority
Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. Set the mode dial to (Shutter Priority).
Page 104: Manual Exposure
Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. Set the mode dial to (Manual Exposure). Select the desired aperture value by turning the front dial. Select the desired shutter speed by turning the rear dial. •...
Page 105: Bulb Shooting
Note • The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. • When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. • The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. •...
Page 106: Recall
Note • The longer the exposure time, the more noise will be visible on the image. • When [ Long Exposure NR] is set to [On], noise reduction is performed after shooting for the same duration that the shutter was open. You cannot shoot while noise reduction is in progress.
Page 107: Movie: Exposure Mode
Hint • To recall settings registered to the memory card, set the mode dial to 1, 2, 3 (Memory recall), then select the desired number by pressing the left/right side of the control wheel. • If you recall settings registered to the memory card, the settings are recalled from the memory card in the slot specified in [ Select Media].
Page 108: S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode
S&Q Motion: Exposure Mode You can select the exposure mode for slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. You can change the setting and playback speed for slow- motion/quick-motion shooting with [ S&Q Settings] (page 149). Set the mode dial to (S&Q Motion). MENU  (Camera Settings 2) ...
Page 109: Controlling The Exposure/Metering Modes
Controlling the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 110 To set the exposure compensation using the MENU You can adjust the exposure compensation within a range of -5.0 EV to +5.0 EV when the exposure compensation dial is set to “0.” MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Exposure Comp.]  desired setting. Note •...
Page 111: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Metering Mode]  desired setting. 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 112: Spot Metering Point
Note • [Metering Mode] is locked to [Multi] in the following shooting modes: – [Intelligent Auto] – Other zoom functions than the optical zoom • In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen.
Page 113: Ae Lock
AE lock When the contrast between the subject and background is high, such as when shooting a backlit subject or a subject near a window, meter the light at a spot where the subject appears to have the appropriate brightness and lock the exposure before shooting. To reduce the brightness of the subject, meter the light at a spot brighter than the subject and lock the exposure of the entire screen.
Page 114: Zebra Setting
Zebra Setting Sets a zebra pattern, which appears over part of an image if the brightness level of that part meets the IRE level that you have set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness. MENU  (Camera Settings 2) ...
Page 115: Correcting Brightness And Contrast Automatically
Correcting brightness and contrast automatically D-Range Optimiser (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. MENU ...
Page 116: Auto Hdr
Auto HDR Shoots three images using different exposures and combines the images with correct exposure, the bright parts of an underexposed image, and the dark parts of an overexposed image to create images with a greater range of gradation (High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded.
Page 117 Note • This function is not available when the [ File Format] is [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]. • [Auto HDR] is not available in the following shooting modes: – [Intelligent Auto] • [Auto HDR] is not available in the following situations: –...
Page 118: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity
Selecting the ISO sensitivity Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. ISO (ISO) on the control wheel  select desired setting. • You can also select MENU  (Camera Settings 1) ...
Page 119: Iso Range Limit
ISO Range Limit You can limit the range of ISO sensitivity when the ISO sensitivity is set manually. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ISO Setting]  [ISO Range Limit]  [Minimum] or [Maximum], and select the desired values. Note •...
Page 120 SLOW (Slow)/SLOWER (Slower): The ISO sensitivity will start to change at shutter speeds slower than [Standard], so you can shoot images with less noise. 1/16000 – 30": The ISO sensitivity starts to change at the shutter speed you have set. Hint •...
Page 121: Using The Zoom
Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature. When a power zoom lens is mounted: When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted: ...
Page 122: Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom)
Note • The default setting for the [Zoom Setting] is [Optical zoom only]. • The default setting for the [ JPEG Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom, change [ JPEG Image Size] to [M] or [S]. • The Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom functions are not available when shooting in the following situations: –...
Page 123: About Zoom Scale
When a lens other than a power zoom lens is mounted, select MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Zoom]  desired value. Press the center of the control wheel to exit. • You can also assign the [Zoom] function to the desired button by selecting MENU ...
Page 124: White Balance
White Balance Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light condition to record a neutral white subject in white. Use this function when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression.
Page 125: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)
Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness. You can register 3 settings. MENU ...
Page 126: Shutter Awb Lock
Note • The message [Capturing of the custom WB failed.] indicates that the value is in the unexpected range, for example when the subject is too vivid. You can register the setting at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again.
Page 127 About [AWB Lock Hold] and [AWB Lock Toggle] You can also lock the white balance in the auto white balance mode by assigning [AWB Lock Hold] or [AWB Lock Toggle] to the custom key. Select MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  Assign [AWB Lock Hold] or [AWB Lock Toggle] using [ Custom Key].
Page 128: Setting How To Process Images
Setting how to process images Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [Creative Style]. Select the desired style or [Style Box] using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 129 Autumn leaves: For shooting autumn scenes, vividly highlighting the reds and yellows of changing leaves. Black & White: For shooting images in black and white monotone. Sepia: For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( )) to register preferred settings.
Page 130 To set [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] [Contrast], [Saturation] and [Sharpness] can be adjusted for each image style preset such as [Standard] and [Landscape], and for each [Style Box] to which you can register preferred settings. Select an item to be set by pressing the right/left sides of the control wheel, then set the value using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel.
Page 131: Color Space
Color Space The way colors are represented using combinations of numbers or the range of color reproduction is called “color space.” You can change the color space depending on the purpose of the image. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ Color Space] ...
Page 132: Reducing Blur
Reducing blur Sets whether or not to use the SteadyShot function. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [SteadyShot]  desired setting. On: Uses [SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set [Off] when using a tripod. SteadyShot Settings You can shoot with an appropriate SteadyShot setting for the attached lens.
Page 133 Note • The SteadyShot function may not work optimally when the power has just been turned on, right after you point the camera towards a subject, or when the shutter button has been pressed all the way down without stopping halfway.
Page 134: Noise Reduction
Noise reduction Long Exposure NR When you set the shutter speed to 1 second(s) or longer (long exposure shooting), noise reduction is turned on for the duration that the shutter is open. With the function turned on, the grainy noise typical of long exposures is reduced.
Page 135: High Iso Nr
High ISO NR When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise that becomes more noticeable when the product sensitivity is high. MENU  (Camera Settings 1)  [ High ISO NR]  desired setting. Normal: Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately.
Page 136: Using Flash (Sold Separately)
Using flash (sold separately) In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting. Also use the flash to prevent camera-shake. For details on the flash, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. Attach the flash (sold separately) to the product.
Page 137: Flash Mode
• When shooting with an external flash, light and dark stripes may appear on the image if the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/4000 seconds. If this occurs, Sony recommends shooting in the manual flash mode and setting the flash level to 1/2 or higher.
Page 138: Flash Comp
Note • The default setting depends on the shooting mode. • Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 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 139: Fel Lock
FEL lock The flash level is automatically adjusted so that the subject gets the optimum exposure during normal flash shooting. You can also set the flash level in advance. FEL: Flash Exposure Level MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Custom Key] ...
Page 140: Wireless Flash
Note • The FEL lock cannot be set when a flash is not attached. • If a flash that does not support the FEL lock is attached, an error message is displayed. lights up. • When both AE and FEL lock are fixed, Wireless Flash There are two methods for wireless flash shooting: light-signal flash shooting that uses the light of the flash attached to the camera as a signal...
Page 141: Using A Flash With A Sync Terminal Cord
For details on how to change the channel, refer to the instruction manual for the flash. • For the flash that is compatible with wireless flash shooting, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 142 Note • Set the exposure mode to manual exposure (other than ISO AUTO is recommended for ISO sensitivity), and set the shutter speed to the slower of the following values or slower: – 1/200 seconds – The shutter speed recommended by the flash. •...
Page 143: Shooting Movies
Shooting movies Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. • Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to [Always] in the default setting, movie recording can be started from any shooting mode.
Page 144 • The following settings for still image shooting are applied to the movie shooting: – White Balance – Creative Style – Metering Mode – Face Priority in AF – Face Priority in Multi Metering – D-Range Optimiser – Lens Comp. •...
Page 145 • When shooting movies, ISO values between ISO 100 and ISO 102400 are available. If the ISO value is set to a value larger than ISO 102400, the setting is automatically switched to ISO 102400. When you finish recording the movie, the ISO value returns to the original setting. •...
Page 146: Changing Settings For Movie Recording
Changing settings for movie recording File Format Selects the movie file format. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ File Format]  desired setting. File Format Characteristics XAVC S 4K Records movies in 4K resolution You can save movies on (3840×2160).
Page 147: Record Setting
Record Setting Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Record Setting]  desired setting. • The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. • For estimates of the maximum recordable movie time with each recording setting, refer to page 239.
Page 148 When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] Record Setting Bit-rate Description 60p 50M/50p 50M Approx. 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p). 60p 25M/50p 25M Approx. 25 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (60p/50p). 30p 50M/25p 50M Approx. 50 Mbps Records movies in 1920×1080 (30p/25p).
Page 149: S&Q Settings
Note • Creating an AVCHD recording disc from movies that were recorded with [60i 24M (FX)]/[50i 24M (FX)] as the [ Record Setting] takes a long time because the image quality of movies is converted. If you want to store movies without converting them, use a Blu-ray Disc.
Page 150 Playback speed The playback speed will vary as below depending on the assigned Record Setting] and [ Frame Rate]. When [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC Record Setting Frame Rate 120fps 5 times slower 4 times slower — Normal playback 60fps 2.5 times slower 2 times slower...
Page 151: Audio Recording
Note • In slow-motion recording, the shutter speed becomes faster and you may not be able to obtain the proper exposure. If this happens, decrease the aperture value or adjust the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. • For an estimation of recordable time, refer to “Recordable movie times” (page 239).
Page 152: Audio Rec Level
Audio Rec Level You can adjust the audio recording level while checking the level meter. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Audio Rec Level]. Select the desired level using the right/left sides of the control wheel. +: Turns up the audio recording level. -: Turns down the audio recording level.
Page 153: Marker Settings
Marker Settings Marker Display Sets whether or not to display markers set using [ Marker Settings] on the monitor or the viewfinder while shooting movies. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Marker Display]  desired setting. On: Markers are displayed. The markers are not recorded. Off: No marker is displayed.
Page 154: 4K Output Select
4K Output Select You can set how to record movies and perform HDMI output when your camera is connected to 4K-compatible external recording/playback devices, etc. Turn the mode dial to (Movie). Connect the camera to the desired device via an HDMI cable. MENU ...
Page 155: Proxy Recording
Proxy Recording Sets whether to simultaneously record low-bit-rate proxy movies when recording XAVC S movies. Since proxy movies are small in file size, they are suitable for transferring to smartphones or uploading to websites. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Proxy Recording] ...
Page 156: Viewing
Viewing Viewing images Playing back still images Plays back the recorded images. Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. Select the image with the control wheel. • Continuously shot images are displayed as one group. To play back the images in the group, press the center of the control wheel.
Page 157: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back ( Enlarge Image)
Enlarging an image being played back ( Enlarge Image) Enlarges the image being played back. Use this function to check the focus of the image, etc. Display the image you want to enlarge, and then press the button. • Turn the control wheel to adjust the zoom scale. By rotating the front/ rear dial, you can switch to the previous or next image while keeping the same zoom scale.
Page 158: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)
Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Selects the orientation when playing back recorded images. MENU  (Playback)  [Display Rotation]  desired setting. Auto: When you rotate the camera, the displayed image rotates automatically by detecting the orientation of the camera. Manual: Images shot vertically are displayed vertically.
Page 159: Photo Capture
Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the down side of the control wheel. Operation Operation Available operation Available operation panel panel Playback Displays the next frame Displays the previous Pause frame Fast-forward...
Page 160: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)
Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) You can display multiple images at the same time in playback mode.
Page 161: Setting The Method For Jumping Between Images (Image Jump Setting)
Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Sets which dial and method to use for jumping between images during playback. You can quickly find protected images or images set with a particular rating (page 166). MENU  (Playback)  [Image Jump Setting]  desired setting.
Page 162: Selecting Which Memory Card To Play Back (Select Playback Media)
Selecting which memory card to play back (Select Playback Media) Selects the memory card slot to be played back. MENU  (Playback)  [Select Playback Media]  desired slot. Slot 1: Selects the slot 1. Slot 2: Selects the slot 2. Note •...
Page 163: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)
Note • If images in a group are copied, the copied images will not be displayed as a group on the destination memory card. • If protected images are copied, the protection will be canceled on the destination memory card. •...
Page 164: Protecting Images (Protect)
Protecting images (Protect) Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The  mark is displayed on protected images. MENU  (Playback)  [Protect]  desired setting. Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. All in this Folder: Protects all images in the selected folder. All with this date: Protects all images in the selected date range.
Page 165 Multiple Img.  Select the image to be protected, then press the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press the center again to remove the mark.  To protect other images, repeat step . ...
Page 166: Setting Rating Function
Setting rating function Rating You can assign ratings to recorded images on a scale from to make it easier to find images. Combining this function with [Image Jump Setting] (page 161) allows you to find a desired image quickly. MENU  (Playback) ...
Page 167 Rating Set (Custom Key) Sets the available number of when rating images with the key to which you have assigned [Rating] using [ Custom Key].  MENU  (Playback)  [Rating Set (Custom Key)].  Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate.
Page 168: Deleting Images
Deleting images Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel.
Page 169 Hint • Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images. • To display the desired folder or date, select the desired folder or date during playback by performing the following procedure: (Image Index) button  select the bar on the left using the control wheel ...
Page 170: Customizing The Camera
Customizing the camera Registering frequently used functions Memory Allows you to register up to 3 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial. Set the product to the setting you want to register.
Page 171: Registering Shooting Settings To A Custom Key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)
Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set) You can register shooting settings (such as exposure, focus setting, drive mode, etc.) to a custom key in advance and temporarily recall them while holding down the key. Simply press the custom key to switch the settings quickly and release the key to go back to the original settings.
Page 172 Items that can be registered • You can register various functions for shooting. The items that can actually be registered are displayed on the menu of the camera. • Exposure • Focus setting • Drive mode (other than self-timer) To recall registered settings ...
Page 173: Customizing The Menu (My Menu)
Customizing the MENU (My Menu) Add Item You can register the desired menu items to (My Menu) under MENU. MENU  (My Menu)  [Add Item]. Select an item that you want to add to (My Menu) using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel.
Page 174: Delete Item
Delete Item You can delete menu items added to (My Menu) of MENU. MENU  (My Menu)  [Delete Item]. Select an item that you want to delete using the top/bottom/ left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center to delete the selected item.
Page 175: Checking Images Before/After Recording
Checking images before/after recording Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the display time for Auto Review. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [Auto Review]  desired setting. 10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec: Displays the recorded image on the screen right after shooting for the selected duration of time.
Page 176: Shot. Result Preview
Hint • Although you can change the aperture value during the preview, the subject may be defocused if you select a brighter aperture. We recommend that you adjust the focus again. Shot. Result Preview While pressing down the key to which [Shot. Result Preview] is assigned, you can check the image preview with the DRO, shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity settings applied.
Page 177: Monitor/Viewfinder Settings
Monitor/viewfinder settings FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the display between the viewfinder and the monitor. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [FINDER/MONITOR]  desired setting. Auto: When you look into the viewfinder, the eye sensor reacts and the display is switched to the viewfinder automatically. Viewfinder (Manual): The monitor is turned off and the image is displayed only in the viewfinder.
Page 178: Finder Frame Rate
Finder Frame Rate Display the subject’s movements more smoothly by adjusting the frame rate of the viewfinder during still image shooting. This function is convenient when shooting a fast-moving subject. MENU  (Camera Settings 2)  [ Finder Frame Rate]  desired setting.
Page 179: Memory Card Settings
Memory card settings Format When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, we recommend that you format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save valuable data on a computer, etc.
Page 180: Set File Name
Hint • The setting for [File Number] will be applied to both slot 1 and slot 2. • Even if you change the setting of [Prioritize Rec. Media], the file numbers will be sequential across the two memory cards in each slot by setting [File Number] to [Series].
Page 181 Hint • To record the same image on two memory cards at the same time or to sort recorded images onto two memory card slots by the image type (still image/ movie), use [Recording Mode]. Note • The slot 2 supports Memory Stick PRO Duo media and SD cards. The slot 1 supports SD cards only.
Page 182 Hint • Even when [Recording Mode] is set to [Sort (RAW/JPEG)] or [Sort (JPEG/RAW)], if [RAW & JPEG] is not selected under [ File Format], only files of the selected format will be recorded. Auto Switch Media If a memory card in use becomes full or you have forgotten to insert a memory card into a slot, you can record images to the other memory card.
Page 183: Select Rec Folder
Select REC Folder If [Folder Name] is set to [Standard Form] and there are 2 folders or more, you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded. MENU  (Setup)  [Select REC Folder]  desired folder. Note •...
Page 184: Camera Settings
Camera settings Power Save Start Time Sets time intervals to automatically switch to power save mode when you are not performing operations to prevent wearing down the battery pack. To return to shooting mode, perform an operation such as pressing the shutter button halfway down.
Page 185: Hdmi Settings
Note • The lens or lens hood may block the infrared remote sensor that receive the signals. Use the infrared remote commander in the position from which the signal can reach the product. • When [Remote Ctrl] is set to [On], the product does not switch to power save mode.
Page 186 Note • Steps  and  can be set in either order. HDMI Info. Display Selects whether to display the shooting information when this product and the TV are connected using an HDMI cable (sold separately). MENU  (Setup)  [HDMI Settings]  [HDMI Info.
Page 187 Note • When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. REC Control If you connect the camera to an external recorder/player, you can remotely command the recorder/player to start/stop recording using the camera.
Page 188 CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product by aiming the TV remote control at the TV.  MENU  (Setup)  [HDMI Settings]  [CTRL FOR HDMI] ...
Page 189: Usb Power Supply
USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device. MENU  (Setup)  [USB Power Supply]  desired setting. On: Power is supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc.
Page 190: Pc Remote Settings
PC Remote Settings Still Img. Save Dest. Sets whether to save still images stored in both the camera and the computer during PC Remote shooting. This setting is useful when you want to check recorded images on the camera without leaving the camera.
Page 191 RAW + J PC Save Img Selects the file type for images to be transferred to the computer in PC Remote shooting. When shooting still images using PC Remote, the application on the computer does not display the image until the image has been completely transferred.
Page 192: Initializing The Camera
Initializing the camera Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset], the recorded images are retained. MENU  (Setup)  [Setting Reset]  desired setting. Camera Settings Reset: Initializes the main shooting settings to the default settings.
Page 193: Using Network Functions
If Imaging Edge Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on Imaging Edge Mobile, refer to the support page (https://www.sony.net/iem/). Note • To use the camera’s NFC One-touch function, an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet is required.
Page 194: Recording Location Information To Captured Images
For details on the operating procedure, refer to the “Help Guide” (page 2) or the following support page. https://www.sony.net/iem/btg/ Transferring images to the FTP server You can use the camera’s Wi-Fi function or wired LAN to transfer images to the FTP server.
Page 195: Connecting The Camera And A Smartphone
Connecting the camera and a smartphone Using a smartphone as a remote control for the camera With Imaging Edge Mobile, you can shoot images while checking the shooting range of the camera on the monitor of a smartphone. MENU  (Network) ...
Page 196 To establish a Wi-Fi connection with a smartphone using a QR code  Select MENU  (Network)  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [ Connection], to display the QR code on the monitor of the camera.  Launch Imaging Edge Mobile on the smartphone, and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera].
Page 197: Transferring Images From The Camera To A Smartphone
Transferring images from the camera to a smartphone You can transfer still images, XAVC S movies to a smartphone. However, images that are not saved on the camera’s memory card cannot be transferred. On the camera, play back an image that you want to transfer to the smartphone.
Page 198: Connecting The Camera To A Wireless Access Point
[OK]. Note • If a connection is not established, see the wireless access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point. To save images to a computer, install PlayMemories Home on your computer. PlayMemories Home https://www.sony.net/pm/...
Page 199: Using A Computer
Using a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Selecting the appropriate USB connection method Selects the USB connection method when this product is connected to a computer, etc. Select MENU  (Network)  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [Ctrl w/ Smartphone]  [Off] beforehand. MENU ...
Page 200: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a computer Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. Turn on the camera and the computer. Check that [USB Connection] under (Setup) is set to [Mass Storage]. Connect the camera to the computer using the micro USB cable (supplied).
Page 201: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer
Disconnecting the camera from the computer Perform steps 1 and 2 below before performing the following operations: • Disconnecting the micro USB cable. • Removing a memory card. • Turning off the product. Click (Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media) in the ...
Page 202: Introduction To Computer Software
If one of these software is already installed on your computer, update it to the latest version before use. For details on the software for computers, refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/ You can check the recommended operating environment for the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/...
Page 203: Menu Items/List Of Icons
MENU items/List of icons Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to MENU button display the menu screen. Select the desired setting you want to adjust using the top/ bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel.
Page 204: List Of Menu Items
List of MENU items For details on each MENU items, refer to the reference page in the last column or the Help Guide. (Camera Settings 1) Red tab Quality/Image Size Sets the file format for still images. File Format ([RAW] / [JPEG], etc.) Selects the file type for RAW images.
Page 205 Shoot Mode/Drive Self-timer Type When shooting with the self-timer, Help sets how many seconds elapse from Guide when you press the shutter button until when the image is recorded and how many images are recorded. Bracket Settings Sets self-timer shooting in bracket mode, bracket type, shooting order for exposure bracketing, and white balance bracketing.
Page 206 Sets whether to adjust the Switch V/H AF Area [Focus Area] and the position of the focusing frame based on the camera’s position (horizontal or vertical). Sets the AF illuminator, which AF Illuminator provides light to aid focusing in dark scenes.
Page 207 Circ. of Focus Point Sets whether to allow the focusing frame to jump from one end to the other when you move the focusing frame. AF Micro Adj. Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately).
Page 208 Exposure Std. Adjust Adjusts the standard for the correct Help exposure value for each metering Guide modes. Flash Flash Mode Sets the flash settings. Flash Comp. Adjusts the intensity of flash output. Exp. comp. set Sets whether to reflect exposure Help compensation value to flash Guide...
Page 209: (Camera Settings 2)
Sets whether to lock the white Shutter AWB Lock balance while the shutter button is pressed in the auto white balance mode. Focus Assist Focus Magnifier Enlarges the image before shooting so that you can check the focus. Focus Magnif. Time Sets the length of time the image will Help be shown in an enlarged form.
Page 210 Selects the movie file format. File Format ([XAVC S 4K] / [AVCHD], etc.) Selects a frame-rate and bit-rate for Record Setting the movie. Changes the settings for slow-motion S&Q Settings and quick-motion movie shooting. Records low-bit-rate proxy files Proxy Recording simultaneously when recording XAVC S movies.
Page 211 Movie w/ shutter Records movies using the shutter button. Shutter/SteadyShot Sets whether to shoot with a Shutter Type mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. e-Front Curtain Shutter Sets whether to use the electronic front curtain shutter function. Release w/o Lens Sets whether to release the shutter Help when the lens is not attached.
Page 212 Zebra Setting Sets the stripes displayed to adjust brightness. Grid Line Displays grid lines for adjusting the Help image composition. Guide Exposure Set. Guide Sets the guide displayed when Help exposure settings are changed in the Guide shooting screen. Live View Display Sets whether to reflect settings such Help as exposure compensation in screen...
Page 213 Function Menu Set. Customizes the functions displayed when the Fn (Function) button is pressed. My Dial Settings Assigns the desired functions to Help the dials and the control wheel, and Guide register up to three combinations of settings. Dial Setup Sets the functions of the front and Help rear control dials when the exposure...
Page 214: (Network)
(Network) Green tab Send to Smartphone Func. Sets movies to be transferred to a Help smartphone, or transfers images to a Guide smartphone. Send to Computer (Wi-Fi) Backs up images by transferring Help them to a computer connected to a Guide network.
Page 215: (Playback)
Import Root Certificate Imports a root certificate to the Help camera. Guide Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings. Help Guide (Playback) Blue tab Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. Rotate Rotates the image. Help Guide Delete Deletes an image. Rating Assigns rating to recorded images on a scale from...
Page 216: (Setup)
View Mode Plays back images from a specified date or specified folder of still images and movies. Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. Display as Group Sets whether to display images as a Help group. Guide Display Rotation Sets the playback orientation for images shot vertically.
Page 217 Cleaning Mode Starts the cleaning mode to clean the image sensor. Touch Operation Sets whether or not to activate the touch operation of the monitor. Touch Panel/Pad Selects whether to activate touch panel operation when shooting with the monitor, or touch pad operation when shooting with the viewfinder.
Page 218 PC Remote Settings Controls the PC remote shooting settings. Selects the language. Language Date/Time Setup Sets the date, time, and daylight savings. Area Setting Sets the location of use. Help Guide IPTC Information Writes IPTC information when Help recording still images. Guide Copyright Info Sets copyright information for still...
Page 219: (My Menu)
Setting Reset Restores settings to their defaults. Select [Initialize] to restore all settings to their default values. (My Menu) Gray tab Add Item Adds desired MENU items to (My Menu). Sort Item Sorts the MENU items added to (My Menu).
Page 220: List Of Icons On The Monitor
List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Icons on the shooting screen Monitor mode Viewfinder mode  Shooting mode/  Camera settings Scene recognition P P A S M NO CARD...
Page 221 24M 20M 16M 10M 8.7M 6.9M 6.0M 5.1M 4.0M 2.6M 2.2M Setting Effect OFF (212) 1.7M Image size of still images (95) AF Illuminator (64) RAW recording (compressed/ uncompressed) SteadyShot off/on, Camera shake warning (132) X.FINE FINE STD JPEG Quality (95) SteadyS.
Page 222 Connected to LAN/Disconnected Obtaining location information/ from LAN Location information cannot be * These icons are displayed in obtained  Area when shooting with the viewfinder. Airplane Mode (214) No audio recording of movies (151) Overheating warning Wind Noise Reduct. (210) Database file full/Database file error Copyright information writing...
Page 223 ±0.0 Flash Comp. (138) Shutter Type (73) Focus Mode (47) Finder Frame Rate (178) Prioritize Rec. Media (180) Focus Area (49) JPEG RAW RAW+J  Focus indicator/exposure File Format (94) settings Metering Mode (111)  Focus indicator (48) 1/250 7500K A5 G5 Shutter speed White Balance (Auto, Preset, F3.5...
Page 224  Guides/other Tracking Cancel Audio Level Display (210) Guide display for tracking (92) Focus Cancel REC Control (187) Guide display for canceling 00:00:00:00 focusing (91) Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames) (217) Guide display for My Dial 00 00 00 00 User Bit (217) Bracket indicator (86) Spot metering area (111)
Page 225: Icons On The Playback Screen
Icons on the playback screen Single-image playback display Histogram display  Basic information Group (216) Playback media (162) Proxy movie included (155) View Mode (161) Status of FTP transfer (194) IPTC IPTC Information (218)  Camera settings Rating (166) Refer to “Icons on the shooting ...
Page 226  Image information Latitude/longitude information (194) 2019 - 1 - 1 10:37PM Date of recording (42) 100-0003 Folder number  File number (179) Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) (32)
Page 227: About This Product
Initialize the settings (page 192).  Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Americas https://www.sony.com/am/support Europe https://www.sony.eu/support Asia-Pacific, Oceania, Middle East and Africa https://www.sony-asia.com/support...
Page 228: Cleaning The Image Sensor
Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light to an electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
Page 229 Hint • For how to check the amount of dust on the image sensor, and for further details on cleaning methods, please refer to the following URL. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php Note • Clean the image sensor quickly. • A blower is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially available blower.
Page 230: Mount Adaptor
Note • You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor or auto-focus with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. • The LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (both sold separately) and the vertical grip (sold separately) are not designed to be attached at the same time.
Page 231: La-Ea1/La-Ea3 Mount Adaptor
LA-EA1/LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA3 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full frame shooting: LA-EA1: Not available LA-EA3: Available with full frame shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus: Available with SAM/SSM lens only AF system: Phase Detection AF AF/MF select: Can be changed using the operating switch on the lens.
Page 232: La-Ea2/La-Ea4 Mount Adaptor
LA-EA2/LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor If you use the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), the following functions are available. Full frame shooting: LA-EA2: Not available LA-EA4: Available with full frame shooting-compatible lenses only Autofocus: Available AF system: Phase Detection AF, which is controlled by the dedicated AF sensor inside the Mount Adaptor AF/MF select: Lenses that do not support DMF (with the focus mode switch): Can be...
Page 233 Continuous shooting using a Mount Adaptor When a Mount Adaptor is attached to the camera, the auto-focusing method during continuous shooting varies depending on the settings for [Cont. Shooting] and [ Shutter Type]. When using the LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor (sold separately), LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) or LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) Shutter Type Mechanical Shutter...
Page 234: Vertical Grip
Vertical grip You can attach a vertical grip (sold separately) to this product and record vertically oriented images. When attaching the vertical grip, remove the battery cover in advance. For details, refer to the operating instructions for the vertical grip. How to remove the battery cover Slide the battery cover release lever of this product in the direction of the arrow.
Page 235: Specifications
– Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). – Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) – Using a lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (sold separately) •...
Page 236: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
Memory cards that can be used When using microSD memory cards or Memory Stick Micro media with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor. SD memory cards Recording format Supported memory card Still image SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card AVCHD (Class 4 or faster, or U1 or faster) 4K 60 Mbps*...
Page 237: Number Of Recordable Images
Note • Use the slot 1 when you are using a UHS-II memory card. Also, select MENU  (Setup)  [Rec. Media Settings]  [Prioritize Rec. Media]  [Slot 1]. • Memory Stick PRO Duo media cannot be used in the slot 1. •...
Page 238 The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 239: Recordable Movie Times
Recordable movie times The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used. The recording times for when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [XAVC S HD] are recording times when shooting with Proxy Recording] set to [Off].
Page 240 The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. • The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. Notes on continuous movie recording • High-quality movie recording and high-speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power.
Page 241 • The duration of time available for continuous movie recording when the camera records with the default settings after the power has been turned off for a while is as follows. The values indicate the continuous time from when the camera starts recording until the camera stops recording.
Page 242: Specifications
Metering Range: –3 EV to +20 EV (at Camera Type: ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ISO sensitivity (Recommended Lens: Sony E-mount lens exposure index): Still images: ISO 100 to ISO 51 200 [Image sensor] (Extended ISO: Minimum ISO 50, Image format: 35 mm full frame...
Page 243 File format: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Model No. WW361847 Ver. 2.31, MPF Baseline) compliant, Rated input: 7.2 V , 4.1 W RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) Operating temperature: Movie (XAVC S format): 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S ver.1.0...
Page 244 • Memory Stick and 100 - 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.38 A trademarks or registered Rated output: 8.4 V , 1.6 A trademarks of Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and are registered AC Adaptor AC-UUD12/AC-UUE12 trademarks of Sony Corporation. Rated input: • AVCHD and the AVCHD 100 - 240 V...
Page 245 Use the following URL to download it. and any use of such marks by http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact Sony Corporation is under license. us about the contents of source code. • QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
Page 246: Index
Index Audio Level Display ......210 Audio Out Timing ......210 4K Output Select ......154 Audio Rec Level ......152 24p/60p Output......185 Audio Recording ......151 Audio recording of movies ..... 151 Audio signals ........213 A ...........102 Autoflash ......... 137 Access Point Set......198 Auto focus ........
Page 247 Charging ........... 35 Dial Setup ........213 Circ. of Focus Point ......65 Digital zoom ......121, 122 Cleaning Mode ....... 228 Diopter-adjustment ......19 Clear ..........128 Direct manual focus ....47, 69 Clear Image Zoom ....121, 122 DISP ...........31 Clock setting ........42 DISP Button ........
Page 248 Func. of Touch Operation ...91, 92 Function button ......19, 26 Face Detection ......... 56 Function Menu Set......28 Face/Eye AF Set........ 56 Function Ring (Lens) .......213 Face Priority in Multi Metering ..207 Face Registration ......209 FEL lock ...........139 Grid Line ..........212 File Format ........94, 146 Guideframe ........153...
Page 249 ISO AUTO Min. SS ......119 Metering Mode ........111 ISO Range Limit ......119 MF ..........47, 68 ISO sensitivity ........118 MF Assist ...........71 ISO Setting ........118 Mode dial .........99 Monitor ........31, 220 Monitor Brightness ......216 JPEG ..........94 Mount Adaptor ......41, 230 JPEG Image Size .......
Page 250 PC Remote (Wired LAN) ....214 Rec. Media Settings ....... 180 Peaking Setting ........ 72 Recordable number of images ..237 Phase detection AF ......52 Recordable time of movies ... 239 Photo Capture .........159 Recording Mode ......181 Picture Effect ........208 Record Setting ........147 Playback ........156, 215 Recover Image DB ......218...
Page 251 Shoot. Start Disp.......77 Touch Panel/Pad ......90 Shoot. Timing Disp......77 Touch Tracking ......... 92 Shot. Result Preview .......176 Tracking ........49, 60 Shutter AWB Lock ......126 Shutter Priority ........103 Underwater Auto ......124 Shutter Type ........73 USB ..........199 Single Bracket ........
Page 252 XAVC S 4K ........146 XAVC S HD ........146 Zebra Setting........114 Zone ..........49 Zoom ..........121 Zoom Ring Rotate ......211 Zoom scale ........123 Zoom Setting ........122...

Sony a9 Instruction Manual

Preparations for Shooting

Shooting Movies

Viewing

Customizing the Camera

Using Network Functions

Using a Computer

MENU Items/List of Icons

About this Product

Index

Quick Links

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