Sony DSLR-A350X Bedienerhandbuch

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10Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode)... 56 Shooti

100• In ambient* bracket shooting, the EV scale appears on the LCD monitor/ in the viewfinder, too, but it does not appear in flash bracket shooting.•

101Using the viewing functionUsing the viewing functionPlaying back imagesThe last recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor.To return to the sho

102Note• When you play back the image on a TV or a computer, the image will be displayed in the portrait position even if [Manual rotate] is selected.

103Using the viewing functionTo cancel the enlarged playbackPress the button so that the image returns to the normal size.To enlarge the image cente

104Scaling rangeThe scaling range is as follows.To return to the single-image screenPress the button or the center of the controller when you select

105Using the viewing functionTo select a folderMENU button t 2 t [Slide show]Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show). The slide show automat

106Checking the information of recorded imagesEach time you press the DISP button, the information display changes (page 101).Basic information displa

107Using the viewing functionABHistogram displayDisplay Indication100-0003 Folder - file number (132)- Protect (109)DPOF3 DPOF set (141) Image quali

108How to check the histogramWhen the image has a high-key or low-key portion, that portion is flashed on the histogram display (Luminance limit warni

109Using the viewing functionProtecting images (Protect)You can protect images against accidental erasure.MENU button t 1 t [Protect] t [All images]

11Selecting the method for measuring the brightness of a subject (Metering mode) ... 89Setting ISO ...

110Deleting images (Delete)Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether you delete the image or not beforehand.Note• Protected

111Using the viewing functionMENU button t 1 t [Delete] t [All images] t [Delete]Note• It may take a long time to delete a lot of images by selecting

112Viewing images on a TV screen• If you connect the camera to a Sony TV that is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” feature using the supplied USB cable

113Using the viewing functionTo use your camera abroadIt may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system.MENU butto

114Changing your setupSetting image size and image qualityMENU button t 1 t [Image size] t Select the desired size[Aspect ratio]: [3:2]DSLR-A350DSLR-

115Changing your setupMENU button t 1 t [Aspect ratio] t Select the desired ratioMENU button t 1 t [Quality] t Select the desired settingNote• For d

116Setting the method for recording on a memory cardMENU button t 2 t [File number] t Select the desired settingThe recorded images are stored in the

117Changing your setupYou can create a folder in a memory card for recording images.A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than

118Changing the noise reduction settingWhen you set the shutter speed to a second or longer (Long exposure shooting), the noise reduction is turned on

119Changing your setupChanging the conditions under which the shutter can be releasedTo prioritize the shutter opportunity, select [Release] so you ca

12Viewing images on a computerCopying images to your computer ... 127Viewing images on your computer ...

120Changing the functions of the button and dialThe function of the AEL button can be selected from the following two functions: – Holding the locked

121Changing your setupChanging other settingsSelects the sound produced when the shutter is locked, during self-timer countdown, etc.MENU button t 2

122Setting the LCD monitorMENU button t 1 t [LCD brightness] t Select the desired setting• On the recording information or playback screen, you can a

123Changing your setupWhen the LIVE VIEW/OVF switch is set to “OVF,” looking into the viewfinder turns off the LCD monitor.In the default setting, whi

124Resetting to the defaultYou can reset the main functions of the recording mode when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M.MENU button t 2 t [Rec m

125Changing your setupYou can reset the main functions of the camera.MENU button t 3 t [Reset default] t [OK]The items to be reset are as follows.Res

126Custom menuPlayback menuSetup menuItems Reset toEye-Start AF (67) OnAEL button (120) AEL holdCtrl dial setup (120) Shutter speedRed eye reduc. (80)

127Viewing images on a computerViewing images on a computerCopying images to your computerThis section describes how to copy images in a memory card t

128Stage 1: Connecting the camera and your computer1 Insert a memory card with recorded images into the camera.2 Insert the sufficiently charged batte

129Viewing images on a computerFor WindowsThis section describes an example of copying images to a “My Documents” (For Windows Vista: “Documents”) fol

13Preparing the cameraPreparing the cameraChecking the accessories suppliedThe number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.• BC-VM10 Battery

130For Macintosh4 Double-click the [My Documents] (For Windows Vista: [Documents]) folder. Then, right-click on the “My Documents” window to display t

131Viewing images on a computerViewing images on your computerThis section describes the procedure for viewing copied images in the “My Documents” (Fo

132Perform the procedures listed below beforehand when:• Disconnecting the USB cable.• Removing the memory card.• Turning off the camera.x For Windows

133Viewing images on a computerExample: viewing folders on Windows XPThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.AFolder

134Notes• You may be unable to play back some images depending on the image size.• When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the ima

135Viewing images on a computerUsing the softwareTo utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided: “Picture Motion Brows

136Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more, 32,000 colors or moreYou can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure.x Windows• Log on as A

137Viewing images on a computerx Macintosh• Log on as Administrator for installation.Note• When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart t

138Note• “Picture Motion Browser” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.For details on “Picture Motion Browser,” refer to “Picture Motion Browser

139Viewing images on a computerNote• If you save an image as RAW data, the image is saved in the ARW2.0 format.With “Image Data Converter SR Ver.2.0”

14Preparing the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FM500H “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied).The “InfoL

140With “Image Data Lightbox SR” you can:• Display and compare RAW/JPEG images recorded with this camera.• Rate the images on a scale of five.• Displa

141Printing imagesPrinting imagesSpecifying DPOFUsing the camera, you can specify the images and the number of images to print before you print images

142You can date images when printing them. The position of the date (inside or outside the image, character size, etc.) depends on your printer.MENU b

143Printing imagesPrinting images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printerNote• You cannot print RAW data files.Note• It is recommen

144Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Turn on your camera and the printer.The screen used for selectin

145Printing imagesTo cancel the printDuring printing, pressing the center of the controller cancels the print. Remove the USB cable or turn off the ca

146LayoutDate imprintPage 2Unmark allAfter the message appears, select [OK], then press the center of the controller. The DPOF mark on each image is c

147OthersOthersSpecificationsCamera[System]Camera TypeDigital Single Lens Reflex Camera with built-in flash and interchangeable lensesLens All of α Le

148[Viewfinder]Type Fixed eye-level penta-Dach-mirrorField of View0.95Magnification0.74 × with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m–1Eye Relief Approximately

149OthersMass Approx.582 g (1 lb 4.5 oz) (without batteries, memory card and body accessories)Operating temperature0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)(When using

15Preparing the camera• We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F). You may not be able to ef

150Trademarks• is a trademark of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” , “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” , “Memor

151OthersTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 151 to 160. Consult your Son

152The power turns off suddenly.• If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode and nearly shuts do

153Others• You try to shoot a subject that may require special focusing (page 73). Use the focus-lock or manual focus function (pages 73, 75).Recordin

154The aperture value and/or shutter speed flash when you press the shutter button halfway down.• Since the subject is too bright or too dark, it is b

155OthersThe color of an image recorded in Live view mode is strange.• In Live view mode, carefully check the image displayed on the LCD monitor befor

156Your computer does not recognize your camera.• Check that the camera is turned on.• When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack

157OthersCannot record on a memory card.• The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images (page 110).• An unusable memory card is inserted (page 21

158Cannot print images with the date.• Using “Picture Motion Browser,” you can print images with date (page 138).• This camera does not have a feature

159OthersCannot print the image at the size selected.• Disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it whenever you change the paper size after the printer

16To remove the battery packInserting the charged battery pack1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover.2 Firmly insert the

160The five bars of the Super SteadyShot scale flash.• The Super SteadyShot function does not work. You can continue to shoot but the Super SteadyShot

161OthersWarning messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions.For “InfoLITHIUM” battery only• An incompatible battery pack is bei

162No images• There is no image in the memory card.Image protected• You tried to delete protected images.Unable to print.• You tried to mark RAW image

163OthersPrecautionsDo not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, dry or humid placeIn places such as in a car parked in t

164discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera.However, even if this rechargeable battery is not cha

165IndexIndexIndexNumerics40-segment honeycomb pattern metering ... 148AAdobe RGB... 95AE loc

166Exposure compensation...85Exposure lock ...83Exposure mode ...56Eyecup ...

167IndexNight view... 55Noise reduction ... 118Number of recordable images...

17Preparing the cameraTo remove the battery coverTo check the remaining battery levelSet the POWER switch to ON and check the level on the LCD monitor

18Effective use of the battery pack• Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack can be used is

19Preparing the cameraAttaching a lensNotes• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.• Do not use force when attaching a lens.Lens

2Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.Record the serial number in the space provided below.Refer to these numbers when

20To remove the lensNote on changing the lensWhen changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the image se

21Preparing the cameraInserting a memory cardYou can use a CompactFlash card (CF card), Microdrive, or “Memory Stick Duo” as a memory card.1 Open the

22To remove the memory card• The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it.• When the access l

23Preparing the camera• The Microdrive is a compact hard disk drive. Since the Microdrive is a rotating disk, the Microdrive is not strong enough to r

24• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions:– High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in

25Preparing the cameraPreparing the cameraWhen you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears.Setting up the date1 Set

26To cancel the date/time setting operationPress the MENU button.4 Repeat step 3 to set other items, then press the center of the controller.• When ch

27Preparing the cameraUsing the accessories suppliedThis section describes how to use the shoulder strap and the eyepiece cover. The other accessories

28Note• The eyepiece sensors located below the viewfinder may be activated depending on the situation, and the focus may be adjusted or the LCD monito

29Preparing the cameraChecking the number of recordable imagesNotes• If “0” is flashing in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the memory card wi

3IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSFor your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for fu

30DSLR-A300* When [Aspect ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above. However, if it is set to [RAW

31Preparing the cameraCleaningWipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.• When cleaning the le

32If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear on the photo image, depending on t

33Preparing the cameraNote• The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning. Stop the cleaning immediately and set the POWER

34Before your operationIdentifying parts and screen indicatorsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A Shutter button (48)B Control dia

35Before your operationA Accessory shoe (71)B Viewfinder (67)C Eyepiece sensors (67)D POWER switch (25)E MENU button (40)F DISP (Display) button/LCD b

36Q (Smart teleconverter) button (77)R For shooting: Fn (Function) button (40)For viewing: (Image rotation) button (102)S Access lamp (22)T Control

37Before your operationA VIDEO OUT/USB terminal (112, 128)B Memory card coverC Memory card insertion slot (21)D Memory card eject lever (22)E Hooks fo

38The indicators on the monitor are displayed as follows in Live view mode. For the indicators in viewfinder mode, see page 71.ABCLCD monitorDisplay I

39Before your operationDTo switch the recording information displayCamera shake warning (45)Super SteadyShot scale (46)Display IndicationDisplay Indic

4– Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.– Never place the set in a confined space, such

40Selecting a function/settingYou can select a function for shooting or playback from the menu list. To display the menu list, press the Fn (Function)

41Before your operationThe operation guide listThe operation guide also indicates operations other than the controller operation. The indications of i

42Flash mode (page 81)Autofocus mode (page 74)White balance (page 91)Metering mode (page 89)AF area (page 75)D-RangeOptimizer (page 95) Single-shot ad

43Before your operationPlayback menu 1Delete (110)Format (117)Protect (109)DPOF setup (141)• Date imprint (142)• Index print (142) 2PlaybackDisplay (1

44Shooting imagesShooting an image without camera shake“Camera shake” refers to an unwanted movement of the camera that occurs after the shutter butto

45Shooting imagesPoint 1One hand holds the grip of the camera, and the other hand supports the lens.Point 2Take a secure stance with your feet shoulde

46This Super SteadyShot function can reduce the effect of camera shake by the equivalent of approximately 2.5 to 3.5 increments of shutter speed.Note•

47Shooting imagesIn the following cases, we recommend that you mount the camera on a tripod.• Shooting without a flash under dark conditions.• Shootin

48/ Shooting with the automatic settingThe “AUTO” mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions.Select when shooting in a locati

49Shooting imagesNote• If you turn the camera off or change the recording mode in AUTO or Scene Selection mode, the settings you set up with the Fn bu

5Read this firstReplace the battery with the specified typeonly. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat su

50Shooting with a suitable setting for the subject (Scene Selection)Selecting an appropriate mode for the subject or the shooting conditions allows yo

51Shooting imagesSet the mode dial to (Landscape).• To accentuate the openness of the scenery, set the lens to wide angle. Taking landscape photosTh

52Set the mode dial to (Macro).• Get close to the subject and shoot at the minimum distance of the lens.• You can shoot a closer subject using a mac

53Shooting imagesSet the mode dial to (Sports action).• The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed.• Press and hold t

54Set the mode dial to (Sunset).• Used to shoot an image accentuating the red color compared with other modes. This is also suitable for shooting th

55Shooting imagesSet the mode dial to (Night portrait/Night view).Set [Flash mode] to (Flash Off) when you shoot a night view without persons (pag

56Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode)With a single lens reflex camera, you can adjust the shutter speed (how long the shutter is ope

57Shooting images Shooting with program autoThis mode is suitable toz Use the automatic exposure, while keeping the custom settings for ISO sensitivit

58To use Program shiftNotes• If you turn the camera off and on or a certain period of time is passed, Program shift “PS” or “PA” is canceled and retur

59Shooting images Shooting by controlling the blur of the background (Aperture priority)This mode is suitable toz Put the subject in sharp focus and b

6CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

60• The shutter speed may become slower depending on the aperture value. When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.• The flash range differs acco

61Shooting images Shooting a moving subject with various expressions (Shutter speed priority)This mode is suitable toz Shoot a moving subject at a mom

62• When the shutter speed is slower, use a tripod.• When shooting an indoor sport, select a higher ISO sensitivity.Notes• The (Camera shake warning

63Shooting images Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually (Manual exposure)This mode is suitable toz Shoot with the desired exposure setting by a

64Notes• The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode.• When the mode dial is set to M, the ISO setting [AUTO] is s

65Shooting images Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB)This mode is suitable toz Shoot trails of light, such as fireworks.z Shoot trails of stars.

66• Use a tripod.• Set the focus to infinity in manual focus mode when shooting fireworks, etc.• If you use a Remote Commander that is equipped with a

67Shooting imagesShooting with the viewfinder (OVF)You can select either the LCD monitor (Live view) or the viewfinder (OVF) to shoot images.When you

68When it is hard to rotate the diopter-adjustment dialAdjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment)Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to you

69Shooting images• The illustration above is for the detailed display. The enlarged display is displayed as the default setting.ABCLCD monitor (Record

7Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)This symbol on the batter

70DSwitching the recording information displayNote• You can display the screen used for adjusting the brightness of the LCD monitor by pressing the DI

71Shooting imagesAB* When using the HVL-F56AM/HVL-F36AM Flash (not supplied), you can shoot with a High-speed sync feature at any shutter speed. For d

72Using the shooting functionSelecting the focus methodThere are two methods for adjusting the focus: autofocus and manual focus.• To select the area

Using the shooting function73Subjects that may require special focusing:Using the autofocus, it is hard to focus on the following subjects. In such ca

74Fn button t [Autofocus mode] t Select the desired setting• Use (Single-shot AF) when the subject is motionless.• Use (Continuous AF) when the su

Using the shooting function75Fn button t [AF area] t Select the desired settingNotes• The AF area may not be illuminated during continuous shooting or

76Notes• In the case of a subject that can be focused in autofocus mode, the z indicator lights up when the focus is confirmed. When the Wide AF area

Using the shooting function77Zooming in in one stepYou can zoom in to the center of an image using the smart teleconverter (Digital zoom) and record t

78• When [Quality] is set to (RAW) or (RAW & JPEG), the smart teleconverter is unavailable.

Using the shooting function79Using the flashIn a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also helps to prevent

8Notes on using your cameraShooting procedure• This camera has two modes for shooting: the Live view mode using the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder mo

80• Shooting conditions required to prevent shade from appearing on an image vary, depending on the lens.The flash rangeThe built-in flash range depen

Using the shooting function81Fn button t [Flash mode] t Select the desired setting• When shooting indoors or using nightscape, you can use slow sync t

82Notes• Turn off the wireless flash mode after wireless flash shooting. If the built-in flash is used while the wireless flash mode is still active,

Using the shooting function83Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash compensation, Metering)When shooting into the sun or by a window,

84To check the exposure of the image3 Press the AEL button to lock the exposure. (AE lock mark) appears.AEL button4 While pressing the AEL button, foc

Using the shooting function85Except for recording mode M, the exposure is automatically acquired. (Automatic exposure)Based on the exposure acquired b

86• Adjust the compensation level by checking the recorded image.• Using bracket shooting, you can shoot multiple images with the exposure shifted to

Using the shooting function87To shoot while checking the screen using the histogramNotes• The histogram displayed in Live view mode does not indicate

88When shooting with the flash, you can adjust the amount of flash light alone, without changing the exposure compensation. You can only change the ex

Using the shooting function89ADI: Advanced Distance IntegrationTTL: Through the lens• When [ADI flash] is selected, using a lens that is provided with

9Table of ContentsIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ... 3Read this first ...

90Setting ISOSensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity.Notes

Using the shooting function91Adjusting the color tones (White balance)The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the li

92• Use the white balance bracket function if you cannot get the desired color in the selected option (page 100).• When you select [5500K] (ColorTempe

Using the shooting function93*1The value is the color temperature value currently selected.*2The value is the Color filter value currently selected.In

94Note• The message “Custom WB error” indicates that the value is beyond the expected range. (When the flash is used on a subject in close proximity o

Using the shooting function95Image processingFn button t [D-RangeOptimizer] t Select the desired setting• (Advanced) of D-Range Optimizer has no effe

96 (Contrast), (Saturation), and (Sharpness) can be adjusted for each Creative Style item.About Adobe RGB color spaceAdobe RGB color space has a w

Using the shooting function97 Selecting the drive modeThis camera has five drive modes, such as single-shot advanced, continuous advanced. Use them fo

98The 10-second self-timer is convenient when the photographer appears in a photo and the 2-second self-timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake

Using the shooting function99* _ ._ EV displayed with / is the step currently selected.Notes• When the mode dial is set to M, the exposure is shifte