Sony DSLR-A850Q Bedienungsanleitung

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10Table of ContentsIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS... 3Read this first ...

100To use your camera abroadIt may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 125).To view images using the

Using the viewing function101To change the type of the HDMI output signalThe output signal from this camera is determined automatically according to a

102Using the menuMenu function listThis section describes how to set up the function using the MENU button. After pressing the MENU button, operate th

Using the menu103Playback menu (pages 120 to 123) 1DeleteFormatProtectDPOF setup• Date imprint• Index printPlaybackDisplay 2Slide show• IntervalSetup

104Recording menu Recording menu 1[Aspect ratio]: [3:2][Aspect ratio]: [16:9][APS-C size capt.]: [On]Notes• When you select a RAW format with [Quality

Recording menu105* “c” of “cRAW” means “compressed.” The data is compressed up to about 60 to 70% compared to an image not compressed. Use this settin

106The functions you can registerAF lock/AF/MF control/Optical Preview/IntelligentPrev./ISO/White balance/Exposure comp./Flash compens./Drive mode/AF

Recording menu107 Recording menu 2For details, see page 64.You can select the flash control mode to set the amount of flash light.ADI: Advanced Distan

108For details, see page 71.You can select a compensation increment for shutter speed, aperture, and exposure.Flash compens.Exposure step0.5 EV Change

Recording menu109 Recording menu 3For details, see page 61.For details, see page 58.Select a setting for shutter release.Note• The shutter can be rele

11Using a flash (sold separately) ... 63Selecting the flash mode ... 6

110In the default setting, adjusting the focus is carried out by pressing the shutter button halfway down. You can deactivate this action.Long exposur

Recording menu111 Recording menu 4For details, see page 89.You can reset the main functions of the recording mode when the mode dial is set to P, A, S

112AF w/ shutter (110) OnLong exp.NR (110) OnHigh ISO NR (110) NormalItems Reset to (default setting)

Custom menu113Custom menu Custom menu 1When [AF/MF button] is set to [AF/MF control], you can change how you operate the AF/MF button.You can select t

114If you use a lens equipped with a focus hold button, you can change the function of the button to preview a shot.After an image is recorded, you ca

Custom menu115 Custom menu 2The function and the mode of operation of the AEL button can be changed.Notes• While the exposure value is locked, appea

116You can compensate the exposure with the front control dial ( ) or rear control dial ( ).For example, when [Ctrl dial setup] is set to [ SS F/no.]

Custom menu117In the default setting, pressing the ISO button, WB button, DRIVE button, button, or C button will put the exclusive screen on the disp

118 Custom menu 3You can select a method for exposure compensation when a flash is used.• With the flash compensation, you can limit the compensation

Custom menu119You can reset the items of the Custom menu.The items to be reset are as follows.Custom resetItems Reset to (default setting)AF/MF button

12Using the menuMenu function list ... 102 Recording menu 1 ...

120Playback menu Playback menu 1You can delete multiple images. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether you delete the im

Playback menu121You can protect images against accidental erasure.Using the camera, you can specify the images and the number of images to print befor

122You can date images when printing them. The position of the date (inside or outside the image, character size, etc.) depends on your printer.Note•

Playback menu123 Playback menu 2Repeatedly plays back the recorded images in the memory card. You can view the previous/next image with b/B on the mul

124Setup menu Setup menu 1You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.Adjust the brightness with b/B on the multi-selector, then press the center

Setup menu125Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Different countries and regions use diffe

126 Setup menu 2You can select the types of memory cards that you use for recording or playback.Selects the method used to assign file numbers to imag

Setup menu127When a standard form folder is selected and there are two or more folders, you can select the recording folder to be used to record image

128When “Memory Stick Duo” media and a CF card are both inserted in the camera during mass storage connections, you can select the displayed method on

Setup menu129 Setup menu 3You can select the default screen when you press the MENU button.You can select the default item of a confirmation screen wh

Preparing the camera13Preparing the cameraChecking the accessories suppliedThe number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.• BC-VM10 Battery

130You can finely adjust the focus of each lens.Perform this operation only when needed. Note that you may not be able to properly focus on a subject

Setup menu131You can change the focusing screen to Type L (sold separately) or Type M (sold separately) according to your purpose. Select the appropri

132 Setup menu 4Captures an image in the area equivalent to the APS-C size.Decide on composition using (APS-C size area) in the viewfinder as a guid

Setup menu133Custom menuFlash control (107) ADI flashFlash compens. (71) ±0.0Exposure step (108) 0.3 EVISO Auto Range (108) 200 – 800AF-A setup (109)

134Playback menuSetup menuItems Reset to (default setting)DPOF setup – Date imprint (121) OffPlaybackDisplay (122) Auto rotateSlide show – Interval (1

Viewing images on a computer135Viewing images on a computerCopying images to your computerThis section describes how to copy images in a memory card t

136Stage 1: Connecting the camera and your computer1 Insert a memory card with recorded images into the camera.2 Insert the sufficiently charged batte

Viewing images on a computer137For WindowsThis section describes an example of copying images to a “Documents” (For Windows XP: “My Documents”) folder

138For Macintosh4 Double-click the [Documents] folder. Then, right-click on the “Documents” window to display the menu and click [Paste].The image fil

Viewing images on a computer139Viewing images on your computerThis section describes the procedure for viewing copied images in the “Documents” (For W

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

140x For WindowsDouble-click on the tasktray, then click (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop]. Confirm the device on the confirmation window, then c

Viewing images on a computer141The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the memory card.Example: viewing folders on Windows

142Notes• 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

Viewing images on a computer143Using the softwareTo utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided:• Sony Image Data Suit

144x MacintoshRecommended environment for using “Image Data Converter SR Ver.3”/“Image Data Lightbox SR”/“Remote Camera Control”OS (pre-installed): Ma

Viewing images on a computer145x Macintosh• Log on as Administrator.Note• When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer follo

146Note• If you save an image as RAW data, the image is saved in the ARW2.1 format.With “Image Data Converter SR” you can:• Edit images recorded in RA

Viewing images on a computer147To start the Help from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help] t [Image Data

148Notes• When you press the shutter button without looking into the viewfinder, close the eyepiece shutter with the eyepiece shutter lever.• In Inter

Viewing images on a computer149Note• “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.• Print or save still images with the date.• Create a data disc

Preparing the camera15• 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

150Printing imagesPrinting images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printerNote• You cannot print RAW images.Note• It is recommended

Printing images151Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Turn on your camera and the printer.The screen us

152To cancel the printDuring printing, pressing the center of the multi-selector cancels the print. Remove the USB cable or turn off the camera. When

Printing images153LayoutDate imprintPage 2Unmark allAfter the message appears, select [OK], then press the center of the multi-selector. The mark on

154OthersSpecificationsCamera[System]Camera TypeDigital Single Lens Reflex Camera and interchangeable lensesLens All of α Lens (except for DT lens*)*

Others155[Shutter]Type Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane typeSpeed range 1/8000 second to 30 seconds, bulbFlash sync speed1/25

156Maximum charge voltageDC 8.4 VCapacityTypical 11.8 Wh (1 650 mAh)Minimum 11.5 Wh (1 600 mAh)Maximum dimensionsApprox. 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16

Others157TroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 157 to 163. Consult your Son

158Nothing is displayed on the LCD monitor when the power is turned on.• In the default setting, the LCD monitor will turn off if no operation is regi

Others159The image is whitish (Flare).Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting).• The picture was taken under a strong light source, and exces

16Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world.The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this

160Your computer does not recognize your camera.• Use the USB cable (supplied) (page 136).• Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly.• Se

Others161Also see “PictBridge compliant printer” (as follows) in conjunction with the following items.The color of the image is strange.• When you pri

162• Disconnect and connect the USB cable again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with th

Others163The five bars of the SteadyShot scale flash on the lower-right corner of the viewfinder.• The SteadyShot function does not work. You can cont

164Warning messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions.For “InfoLITHIUM” battery only• An incompatible battery pack is being use

Others165Use Memory Stick slot to format.• You attempt to format the “Memory Stick Duo” media that is inserted into the CF card insertion slot using a

166Cannot create more folders.• The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the memory card. You cannot create any folders if this is the ca

Others167PrecautionsDo 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

168discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera.However, even if this rechargeable battery is not cha

Index169IndexIndexNumerics40-segment honeycomb pattern metering ... 67AAdobe RGB... 106AE loc

Preparing the camera17OceaniaNorth AmericaCentral AmericaSouth AmericaMiddle EastAfricaSingapore 230 50 BFTaiwan 110 60 AThailand 220 50 C/BFVietnam 2

170EEnlarged screen ...93EV scale...53, 70, 84Exposure compensation...68Exposure lock ...

Index171NNew folder ... 127Noise reduction ... 110Number of recordable images...

18To remove the battery packInserting the charged battery pack1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover.2 Firmly insert the

Preparing the camera19To check the remaining battery levelSet the power switch to ON and check the level on the LCD monitor. The level is indicated wi

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

20• The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard.(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)• The battery capacity decreases as the numb

Preparing the camera21Attaching a lensNotes• The shutter is not released if the lens is not attached, except when the mode dial is set to M (page 53).

22Note on changing the lensThe camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor. However, quickly change

Preparing the camera23Inserting a memory cardYou can use a CompactFlash card (CF card), Microdrive, or “Memory Stick Duo” media as a memory card.Note•

24To remove the memory cardTo shoot using “Memory Stick Duo” mediaAfter turning on the camera, follow the steps below to switch the memory card settin

Preparing the camera25• 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 lamp i

26• “Memory Stick Duo” media formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with this camera.• Data read/write speeds differ depending on the

Preparing the camera27Preparing the cameraWhen you turn the camera on for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears.Setting up the date1 Set

28To cancel the date/time setting operationPress the MENU button.When it is hard to rotate the diopter-adjustment dial5 Verify that [OK] is selected,

Preparing the camera29Using the accessories suppliedThis section describes how to use the shoulder strap and Remote Commander clip. The other accessor

3For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.Caref

30You can catch the cord of the RM-S1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) on the shoulder strap to secure it.Using the Remote Commander clip1 Open th

Preparing the camera31Checking the number of recordable imagesNotes• If “0” flashes in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the memory card with a

32“Memory Stick Duo” media* When [Aspect ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the tables above. However, if y

Preparing the camera33CleaningWipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (sold separately) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.• When cleaning the

34If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor, it may appear on the photo image, depending on the shooting environment. If there

Preparing the camera35Note• The camera starts beeping if the battery pack is discharged during cleaning. Stop the cleaning immediately and turn the ca

36Before your operationIdentifying parts and screen indicatorsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A ISO button (72)B (Exposure) but

Before your operation37A Viewfinder (28)B Eyepiece sensors (124)C Power switch (27)D MENU button (102)E DISP (Display) button/LCD brightness button (4

38A “Memory Stick Duo” media insertion slot (23)B Memory card cover (23)C CF card insertion slot (23)D CF card eject lever (24)E Hooks for shoulder st

Before your operation39• The illustration above is an example of the detailed display in the horizontal position.ABCLCD monitor (Recording information

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

40DSwitching the recording information display• You can set the display so as not to be rotated with [Rec.info.disp.] in the Custom menu (page 117).A

Before your operation41Note• You can display the screen used for adjusting the brightness of the LCD monitor by pressing the DISP button a little long

42AB* Even when the remaining number of recordable images is more than 999, “999” is displayed on the display panel.To turn on the backlight of the di

Before your operation43ABViewfinderDisplay IndicationAF area (58)Spot AF area (58)Spot metering area (67)Shooting area for aspect ratio 16:9 (104)APS-

44Camera shake warning indicatorDue to potential camera shake, the (Camera shake warning) indicator flashes in the viewfinder.Note• The (Camera sh

Before your operation45Selecting a function/settingYou can select a function for shooting or playback on the recording information display that is dis

46Using the Quick Navi screen, you can change settings directly on the recording information display.• Gray items on the Quick Navi screen are not ava

Shooting images47Shooting images Shooting with the automatic settingThe “AUTO” mode allows you to easily shoot any subject under any conditions.Notes•

48• The actual setting may not correspond to the positions of the focus mode lever and metering mode lever on the camera. Refer to the information dis

Shooting images49Exposure modeP: Program auto mode (below)Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the

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

50Program ShiftYou can temporarily change the shutter speed and aperture value combination with the correct exposure determined by the camera maintain

Shooting images51 Shooting with Aperture priorityIf you set the aperture (a smaller F-number) wider, the in-focus range becomes narrower. Only the mai

52Notes• The (Camera shake warning) indicator is not indicated in shutter speed priority mode.• When using the flash (sold separately), if you close

Shooting images53You can manually adjust the shutter speed and aperture values.This mode is useful when you maintain the setting of the shutter speed

54Manual shiftYou can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination without changing the exposure you set.Rotate the front control dial whil

Shooting images55• Using a Remote Commander (sold separately) reduces the camera shake and continues the exposure without pressing and holding the shu

56Using the shooting functionSelecting the focus methodSelecting the focus mode (Auto focus)1 Set the focus mode lever to the desired position.Auto fo

Using the shooting function57• You can set the function of the “A” position of the focus mode lever to DMF (Direct Manual Focus) with [AF-A setup] in

58Selecting the focus areaSelect the desired AF area to suit the shooting conditions or your preference. The area used for focusing is illuminated bri

Using the shooting function59Notes• The supplementary ranging points are activated only when (Wide) is selected. They are not displayed in the viewf

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60• The AF illuminator does not operate when the focus mode is set to Continuous AF or the subject is moving in Automatic AF.• The AF illuminator does

Using the shooting function61Notes• In the case of a subject that can be focused in auto focus mode, the z indicator lights up in the viewfinder when

62You can switch between auto focus and manual focus without relaxing your position (AF/MF control).• You can maintain the selected mode without press

Using the shooting function63Using a flash (sold separately)In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly, and it also

64To perform wireless flash shooting1Set the flash mode of the camera to (Wireless).2Set the HVL-F58AM as the wireless controller and attach it to t

Using the shooting function655Shoot the image.The flash of the HVL-F58AM and another flash are fired.Notes• Change the channel of the external flash w

66• For details on High Speed Sync, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the flash.• You can use a flash equipped with a flash sync termi

Using the shooting function67Adjusting the brightness of the image (Metering, Exposure, Flash compensation)You can select the method for measuring the

68Multi segment meteringExcept for exposure mode M, the exposure is automatically acquired (Automatic exposure).Based on the exposure acquired by the

Using the shooting function69• The exposure is compensated by 1/3 of a step between ±3.0 EV. You can set this exposure step to 1/2 EV increments with

7This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8

70To check the exposure of the image2 Press the AEL button to lock the exposure. (AE lock mark) appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.AEL b

Using the shooting function71When shooting with the flash, you can adjust the amount of flash light alone, without changing the exposure compensation.

72Setting ISOSensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity.Notes

Using the shooting function73Adjusting the color tones (White balance)The color tone of the subject changes depending on the characteristics of the li

74* Mired: a unit to indicate the color conversion quality in color temperature filters.* Since the color of fluorescent light cannot be expressed by

Using the shooting function75*1 The value is the color temperature value currently selected.*2 The value is the color filter value currently selected.

76Note• 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 function77Image processingThe camera analyzes the subject almost instantly and automatically compensates to improve the image quali

78• For enlarged RAW images, the effects of the D-Range optimizer other than (Standard) cannot be checked on the camera.• When shooting with the D-R

Using the shooting function79To use image styles other than the default onesImage styles1Select the style box for which you want to change the setting

8A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be rep

80ParametersNotes• When (B/W) or (Sepia) is selected, you cannot adjust the saturation.• If you adjust (Zone), you cannot adjust (Contrast). (

Using the shooting function81Selecting the drive modeThis camera has nine drive modes, such as single-shot advanced, continuous advanced. Use them for

82The camera records the images continuously at a maximum of 3 images per second*.* Our measurement conditions: [Image size] is set to [L:24M], [Quali

Using the shooting function83To cancel the 10-second self-timerPress the DRIVE button.Notes• When you press the shutter button without looking into th

84* _._ EV beneath / is the step currently selected and _ to the right of EV is the number currently selected.• In the default setting, the camera s

Using the shooting function85• When Single bracket is selected, if the shutter button is pressed halfway down and released, “br 1” appears for the amb

86• If you use the Remote Commander (sold separately), you can reduce the camera shake furthermore.Notes• The mirror automatically moves downward afte

Using the shooting function87Using the preview functionYou can check the approximate sharpness of the subject in the viewfinder before the actual shoo

88When you want to activate only the Optical preview functionSet [Preview Function] to [Optical Preview] in the Custom menu (page 114).Notes• The im

Using the shooting function89Registering your own settingsYou can register three combinations of frequently used modes and settings in the memory. You

9Notes on using your cameraNo compensation for contents of the recordingThe contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playba

90Using the viewing functionPlaying back imagesThe last recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor.To return to the shooting modePress the butto

Using the viewing function91A histogram is the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture.To re

92To return to the normal playback screenPress the button.The exposure compensation will change the histogram accordingly. The right illustration is

Using the viewing function93Note• When you copy rotated images to a computer, “PMB” contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) can display the rotated images

94Note• For enlarged RAW images, the effect of the D-Range optimizer other than (Standard) cannot be checked on the camera.Scaling rangeTo return to

Using the viewing function95Checking the information of recorded imagesBasic information displayDisplay Indication Memory card (23)100-0003 Folder -

96ABHistogram displayDisplay Indication Memory card (23)100-0003 Folder - file number (141)- Protect (121)DPOF3 DPOF set (121) Image quality (10

Using the viewing function97Deleting images (Delete)Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Check whether you delete the image or not b

985 Select [Delete] with v on the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector.

Using the viewing function99Viewing images on a TV screen1 Turn off both your camera and the TV, and connect the camera to the TV.2 Turn on the TV and