ILCE-7CR Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model: ILCE-7CR
• Product Type: Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
• Lens Mount: E-mount
• Memory Card Compatibility: SD memory cards
• Battery Type: Supplied battery pack
• External Power Source Compatibility: USB Type-C terminal
• Bluetooth Connectivity: Yes

Product Usage Instructions:

Preparations:

1. Checking the supplied items:
   The package should include the camera, battery pack, and any other
   accessories mentioned in the user manual.

2. Inserting the battery pack/memory card into the camera:
   – Open the battery cover and the memory card cover.
   – Insert the battery pack and memory card into their respective
   slots.
   – Close the covers.
   – Ensure that the battery pack is inserted with the notched corner
   facing correctly.

3. Charging the battery pack:
   – Connect the camera’s USB Type-C terminal to an external power
   source using a commercially available USB Type-C cable.
   – Turn off the camera before charging.
   – The charge lamp will indicate the charging status.

4. Attaching a lens:
   – Align the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens
   and camera.
   – Push the lens lightly towards the camera while turning it slowly
   in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.

5. Performing initial setup for the camera:
   – Establish a Bluetooth connection between the camera and a
   smartphone.
   – Install the dedicated application on your smartphone.
   – Follow the instructions on the camera screen to connect the
   camera with your smartphone and perform the initial setup.

Shooting still images:

1. Set the camera’s ON/OFF switch to ON to turn it on.
2. Turn and set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to “Still”.
3. Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.
4. Half-press the shutter button to focus.
5. Fully press the shutter button to capture the image.

Using the Grip Extension (supplied):

The grip extension can be attached to provide a more comfortable
grip on the camera. Simply align the extension with the camera’s
grip and slide it into place.

FAQ:

Q: What type of memory cards are compatible with this

camera?

A: This camera is compatible with SD memory cards.

Q: How can I charge the battery pack?

A: You can charge the battery pack by connecting the camera’s
USB Type-C terminal to an external power source using a
commercially available USB Type-C cable.

Q: Can I use a USB-PD device to fast charge the camera?

A: Yes, this camera is compatible with USB-PD (USB Power
Delivery). We recommend using a USB-PD device that is compatible
with an output of 9 V/3 A or 9 V/2 A for fast charging.

Q: How do I establish a Bluetooth connection between the camera

and my smartphone?

A: Install the dedicated application on your smartphone and
follow the instructions on the camera screen to connect the camera
with your smartphone.

5-054-920-11(1)

Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera

E-mount Startup Guide
ILCE-7CR
About the “Help Guide”
For detailed instructions on using the camera, refer to the “Help Guide” (web manual). https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2370/h_zz/
ILCE-7CR Help Guide

Preparations

Checking the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

· Camera (1) · Rechargeable battery pack
NP-FZ100 (1) · Shoulder strap (1) · Grip Extension (1)

· Body cap (1) (attached to the camera)
· Shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera)
· Startup Guide (this manual) (1) · Reference Guide (1)

Inserting the battery pack (supplied)/memory card (sold separately) into the camera
Open the battery cover and the memory card cover, insert the battery/ memory card, and close the covers.

Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever.

Ensure the notched corner faces correctly.

This camera is compatible with SD memory cards. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, format the card using the camera in order to stabilize the performance of the memory card.

Charging the battery pack

Charge lamp
To an external power source

Turn the power off.
· If the camera is turned on, the battery pack will not be charged.
Using a commercially available USB Type-C cable, connect the USB Type-C terminal on the camera to an external power source, such as a commercially available USB AC adapter or mobile battery.
· The charge lamp will light up when charging starts. When the charge lamp turns off, charging is completed.

This camera is compatible with USB-PD (USB Power Delivery). When a device compatible with USB-PD is connected to the camera, fast charging is possible. We recommend using a USB-PD device that is compatible with an output of 9 V/3 A or 9 V/2 A.

Attaching a lens

Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into the locked position.

Mounting indexes

Performing initial setup for the camera
By establishing a Bluetooth connection (pairing) between the camera and a smartphone, you can perform initial camera setup such as date and time settings from the smartphone. Install the dedicated application on your smartphone in advance, and then follow steps to under “Procedures for initial camera setup.”
Installing the dedicated smartphone application
Install the application from the following website. Also, update to the latest version of the dedicated application. The specifications of the dedicated application may change without notice. https://www.sony.net/ca/

Procedures for initial camera setup

ON/OFF (Power) switch Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON” to turn on the camera.

Control wheel/center button

Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel.
· The privacy notice screen will appear. Read the privacy notice regarding biometrics by opening the link using your smartphone, etc.
Press the center of the control wheel.
Follow the instructions on the camera screen to connect the camera with your smartphone and perform the initial setup.
· You can also configure or change the initial settings later from the MENU of the camera.

Pairing the camera with your smartphone later (Smartphone Connection)

For details on the connection method, refer to the following Help Guide URL: https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2370_pairing/h_zz/

Shooting still images

Still/Movie/S&Q dial
Mode dial Shutter button

Turn and set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to (Still).
Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.
Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
Press the shutter button all the way down.

Using the Grip Extension (supplied)
Greater holding ability can be achieved by attaching the Grip Extension to the camera.

Align the locating pin on the Grip Extension with the locating pin hole on the bottom of the camera.

Turn and fasten the camera fixing screw

while pushing it into the tripod screw

Locating pin hole

hole on the camera.

Be careful not to get your fingers caught when

attaching the Grip Extension or when returning

the battery replacement cover on the Grip

Extension to its original position.

Locating pin

For detailed instructions on using the Grip Extension, refer to the “Help Guide.”

Camera fixing screw

Notes on use
Refer to “Precautions” in the “Help Guide” as well.
Notes on handling the product
· Do not leave the lens or the viewfinder exposed to a strong light source such as sunlight. Because of the lens’s condensing function, doing so may cause smoke, fire, or a malfunction inside the camera body or the lens. If you have to leave the camera exposed to a light source such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the lens.
· If sunlight or other strong light enters the camera through the lens, it may focus inside the camera and cause smoke or fire. Attach the lens cap when storing the camera. When shooting with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view. Even if it is slightly away from the angle of view, smoke or fire may still occur.
· Do not look at sunlight or a strong light source through the lens when it is detached. This may result in unrecoverable damage to the eyes or cause a malfunction.
· This camera (including accessories) has magnet(s) which may interfere with pacemakers, programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus treatment, or other medical devices. Do not place this camera close to persons who use such medical devices. Consult your doctor before using this camera if you use any such medical device.
· Increase the volume gradually. Sudden loud noises can damage your ears. Be especially careful when listening to headphones.
· Do not leave the camera, the supplied accessories, or memory cards within the reach of infants. They may be accidentally swallowed. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
· When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, motion sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at regular intervals when you are shooting with the viewfinder.
· If the monitor or electronic viewfinder is damaged, stop using the camera immediately. The damaged parts may harm your hands, face, etc.
· When shooting still images continuously, the monitor or viewfinder may flash between the shooting screen and a black screen. If you keep watching the screen in this situation, you may experience uncomfortable symptoms such as feeling of unwellness. If you experience uncomfortable symptoms, stop using the camera, and consult your doctor as necessary.
· When recording or streaming for long periods of time or recording 4K movies, if the same part of your skin touches the camera for a long period of time while using the camera, even if the camera does not feel hot to you, it may cause symptoms of a lowtemperature burn such as redness or blistering. Pay special attention in the following situations and use a tripod, etc. – When using the camera in a high temperature environment – When someone with poor circulation or impaired skin sensation uses the camera – When using the camera with [Auto Power OFF Temp.] set to [High] Sony lenses/accessories
Using this unit with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to accidents or malfunction.

Note on the 5 GHz band for wireless LAN
When using the wireless LAN function outdoors, set the band to 2.4 GHz by following the procedure below. (WW685965 only) · MENU (Network) [Wi-Fi] [Wi-Fi Frequency Band] How to turn off wireless network functions (Wi-Fi, etc.) temporarily
When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily using [Airplane Mode].

For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption rate (SAR). The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of lowlevel RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

For Customers in the U.S.A.
For question regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-800222-SONY (7669) .
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model : WW685965 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. Address : 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number : 858-942-2230
Important note on use of 5 GHz wireless LAN
Compliance with FCC requirement 15.407(c) Data transmission is always initiated by software, which is the passed down through the MAC, through the digital and analog baseband, and finally to the RF chip. Several special packets are initiated by the MAC. These are the only ways the digital baseband portion will turn on the RF transmitter, which it then turns off at the end of the packet. Therefore, the transmitter will be on only while one of the aforementioned packets is being transmitted. In other words, this device automatically discontinue transmission in case of either absence of information to transmit or operational failure.
Frequency Tolerance: ±20 ppm

For Customers in Canada
5 150-5 350 MHz band is restricted to indoor operation only.
High-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5 2505 350 MHz and 5 650-5 850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.

For Customers in Europe

IEEE802.11b/g/n IEEE802.11a/n/ac
IEEE802.11a/n/ac Bluetooth

2 400 MHz 5 150 – 5 350 MHz 5 470 – 5 725 MHz 5 725 – 5 850 MHz 2 400 MHz

< 60 mW e.i.r.p. < 35 mW e.i.r.p.
< 25 mW e.i.r.p. < 10 mW e.i.r.p.

Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.compliance.sony.eu
Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this equipment is in compliance with the UK relevant statutory requirements. The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://compliance.sony.co.uk
For this radio equipment the following restrictions on putting into service or of requirements for authorization of use apply in AT/BE/BG/CY/CZ/DK/EE/FI/FR/DE/EL/HU/ IE/IT/LV/LT/LU/MT/NL/PL/PT/RO/SK/SI/ES/SE/UK/UK(NI)/HR/IS/LI/NO/CH/AL/BA/MK/ MD/RS/ME/XK/TR: 5 150 – 5 350 MHz band is restricted to indoor operations only.
The power delivered by the charger must be between min 2.5 Watts required by the radio equipment, and max 27 Watts in order to achieve the maximum charging speed. USB PD fast charging

For customers who purchased their camera from a store in Japan that caters to tourists
Note
Some certification marks for standards supported by the camera can be confirmed on the screen of the camera. Select MENU (Setup) [Setup Option] [Certification Logo].

For Customers in India
Model: WW685965

Specifications

Camera
[System] Camera Type:
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
Lens: Sony E-mount lens
[Image sensor] Image format: 35 mm full frame,
CMOS image sensor
Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 61 000 000 pixels
Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 62 500 000 pixels
[General] Rated input: 7.2 V , 4.0 W
Operating temperature: 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Storage temperature: ­20 to 55 °C (­4 to 131 °F)
Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.): 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4 mm 124.0 × 71.1 × 58.6 mm (from grip to monitor) 5 × 2 7/8 × 2 1/2 in. 5 × 2 7/8 × 2 3/8 in. (from grip to monitor)

Mass (Approx.): 515 g (1 lb 2.2 oz) (including battery pack, SD Card)
[Wireless LAN] WW685965 (see name plate on the
bottom of camera) Supported format:
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Frequency band: 2.4 GHz/5 GHz
WW275725 (see name plate on the bottom of camera)
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency band: 2.4 GHz
Grip Extension
Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.): 124.0 × 23.3 × 57.2 mm (5 × 15/16 × 2 3/8 in.)
Mass (Approx.): 75 g (2.7 oz)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
Rated voltage: 7.2 V
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Compatible iPhone/iPad models
iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPad Air (3rd, 4th, and 5th generation), iPad (5th through 10th generation), iPad mini (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st through 6th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st through 4th generation), iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, iPad Air 2, iPad mini (5th generation), iPad mini 4 (As of May 2023)

Trademarks/Licenses
· is a trademark of Sony Group Corporation. · Apple, iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. · USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum. · Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo and Wi-Fi Protected Setup are registered trademarks or trademarks
of the Wi-Fi Alliance. · The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license. · QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc. · In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the TM or ® marks may not be used in all cases in this manual.
IMPORTANT ­ Read the End User Software License Agreement before using your Sony product. Using your product indicates your acceptance of the End User Software License Agreement. The software license agreement between you and Sony is available at the following URL: (https://rd1.sony.net/help/di/el23/h_zz/)
· Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
©2023 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand

Help Guide
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
ILCE-7CR 7CR
Recommended pages in the Help Guide
Finding functions from MENU You can check the list of the menu items. You can also move to the explanation page for each item from the menu item on the list.
Memory cards that can be used Information about memory cards that can be used with this camera.
Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) You can assign frequently used functions to the desired buttons and dials.
Focusing using subject recognition functions The camera will automatically recognize the subject and can focus on the eyes, etc. when shooting images.
Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth compatible remote commander (sold separately) or shooting grip (sold separately).
Anti-dust Function You can clean the image sensor. You can also set whether or not to close the shutter when you turn off the camera.
Support information
Looking for valuable information, such as essential points on shooting This website introduces convenient functions, ways of usage, and setting examples. Refer to the website when you set up your camera.
Firmware, Questions & Answers and Compatibility This website provides Firmware update, Question & Answers and Compatibility information
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Basic Knowledge Improve your shooting techniques by learning the basics of camera.
Shooting tips Learn how to choose lenses and shooting techniques in various scenes.
How to use the “Help Guide” Notes on using your camera Precautions Lending, transferring or discarding the camera and/or memory card to others (Notes on protecting private information) Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on memory card Cleaning the image sensor (Sensor Cleaning) On cleaning Checking the camera and the supplied items Names of parts Front side Rear side Top side Sides Bottom Basic icons displayed on the monitor Touch function icons Basic operations Touch panel Touch function icons Control wheel Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial
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MENU button Main menu (shooting setting list) Fn (function) button C (custom) buttons DISP (Display Setting) button Delete button AF-ON button Front dial and rear dial (L/R) Keyboard screen In-Camera Guide Functions for accessibility Preparing the camera/Basic shooting operations Charging the battery pack
Inserting/removing the battery pack Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Using the battery charger abroad
Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Memory cards that can be used Inserting/removing a memory card Attaching/removing a lens Performing initial setup for the camera Basic shooting operations
Confirmation before shooting Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto)
Finding functions from MENU Using the shooting functions Contents of this chapter Selecting a shooting mode
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Intelligent Auto Scene Selection Auto/Scene Selection Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Bulb shooting BULB Timer Settings Exposure Ctrl Type Auto/Manual Swt. Set. Shoot Mode (S&Q/time-lapse)
Convenient functions for shooting self-portrait videos and vlogs
Self-timer (movie) Auto Framing Settings
Focusing
Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Tracking subject (Tracking function) Manual Focus Direct manual focus (DMF)
Subject Recognition AF
Focusing using subject recognition functions Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Recog Trgt Select Set (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image)
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Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (movie) Face Memory (still image/movie) Regist. Face Priority (still image/movie) Selecting a person to track (Select Face to Track)
Using focusing functions
Focus Standard Adjusting the focus area settings to the camera’s orientation (horizontal/vertical) (Switch V/H AF Area) Registering the current focus area (AF Area Registration) Deleting a registered AF Area (Del. Regist. AF Area) Focus Area Limit (still image/movie) Circ. of Focus Point (still image/movie) AF Frame Move Amt (still image/movie) Focus Area Color (still image/movie) AF Area Auto Clear Area Disp. dur Tracking AF-C Area Display Phase Detect. Area AF Tracking Sensitivity AF Transition Speed AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity AF Assist AF/MF Selector Full Time DMF AF w/ Shutter AF On Focus Hold Pre-AF Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C
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AF Illuminator Aperture Drive in AF AF in Focus Mag. Auto Magnifier in MF Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Focus Map Peaking Display
Adjusting the exposure/metering modes
Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) Histogram display Exposure step (still image/movie) Exposure Std. Adjust (still image/movie) D-Range Optimizer (still image/movie) Metering Mode (still image/movie) Face Priority in Multi Metering (still image/movie) Spot Metering Point (still image/movie) AE lock AEL w/ Shutter Auto Slow Shutter Zebra Display
Selecting the ISO sensitivity
ISO (still image/movie) ISO Range Limit (still image/movie) ISO AUTO Min. SS
White balance
White Balance (still image/movie)
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Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB (still image/movie) Shutter AWB Lock Shockless WB
Log shooting settings
Log shooting Log Shooting Setting Select LUT Manage User LUTs Display LUT
Adding effects to images
Creative Look (still image/movie) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Soft Skin Effect (still image/movie)
Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer)
Drive Mode Cont. Shooting Self-timer(Single) Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting Focus Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings
Self-timer (movie) Interval Shoot Func. Shooting still images with a higher resolution
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Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.
Setting the image quality and recording format
File Format (still image) RAW File Type JPEG/HEIF Switch JPEG Quality/HEIF Quality JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio HLG Still Image Color Space File Format (movie) Movie Settings (movie) S&Q Settings Time-lapse Settings Proxy Settings APS-C S35 (Super 35mm) Shooting (still image/movie) Angle of view
Using touch functions
Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Settings Touch Pad Settings Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Adjusting the exposure with touch operations (Touch AE)
Shutter settings
Silent Mode Settings (still image/movie) Shutter Type
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Release w/o Lens (still image/movie) Release w/o Card Anti-flicker Set. Differences between the [Anti-flicker Shoot.] and [Var. Shutter] functions
Using the zoom
The zoom features available with this product Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom (Zoom) Zoom Range (still image/movie) Custom Key Z. Speed (still image/movie) Remote Zoom Speed (still image/movie) About zoom scale Zoom Ring Rotate
Using the flash
Using flash (sold separately) Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction FEL lock External Flash Set. Reg. Flash Shooting Set
Reducing blur
SteadyShot (still image) SteadyShot (movie) SteadyShot Adjust. (still image/movie) SteadyShot focal length (still image/movie)
Lens Compensation (still image/movie) Noise reduction
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Long Exposure NR High ISO NR
Setting the monitor display during shooting
Shoot Mode Sel. Screen Auto Review (still image) Remain Shoot Display (still image) Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Grid Line Type (still image/movie) Live View Display Set. Aperture Preview Shot. Result Preview Bright Monitoring Emphasized REC Display Marker Display (still image) Marker Display (movie) Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp. Assist Typ.
Recording movie audio
Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct. Shoe Audio Set.
TC/UB settings
TC/UB TC/UB Disp. Setting
Livestreaming video and audio
USB Streaming (movie)
Customizing the camera
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Contents of this chapter Customization features of the camera Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Registering and recalling camera settings
Camera Set. Memory Recall Camera Setting Registering shooting settings to a custom key (Reg. Custom Shoot Set)
Registering frequently used functions to the function menu
Fn Menu Settings
Registering frequently used functions to My Menu
Add Item Sort Item Delete Item Delete Page Delete All Display From My Menu
Separately adjusting the camera settings for still images and movies
Different Set for Still/Mv
Customizing the functions of the ring/dial
Av/Tv Rotate Function Ring(Lens) Dial / Wheel Lock
Recording movies by pressing the shutter button
REC w/ Shutter (movie)
Monitor/viewfinder settings
Select Finder/Monitor Monitor Flip Direction DISP (Screen Disp) Set (Monitor/Finder)
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Viewing Contents of this chapter Viewing images
Playing back still images Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Playing back movies Volume Settings 4ch Audio Monitoring (movie) Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Cont. Play for Interval Play Speed for Interval
Changing how images are displayed
Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Display as Group Focus Frame Display (playback) Aspect Marker Disp. (still image) Disp Specified Time Img.
Setting the method for jumping between images (Image Jump Setting) Protecting recorded images (Protect) Adding information to images
Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Rotating an image (Rotate)
Crop Extracting still images from a movie
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Photo Capture JPEG/HEIF Switch (Photo Capture)
Deleting images
Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete pressing twice Delete confirm.
Viewing images on a TV
Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable
Changing the camera settings Memory card settings
Format Recover Image DB (still image/movie) Display Media Info. (still image/movie)
File settings
File/Folder Settings Select REC Folder Create New Folder File Settings IPTC Information Copyright Info Write Serial Number (still image/movie)
Network settings
Wi-Fi Connect WPS Push Access Point Set. Wi-Fi Frequency Band (models supporting 5 GHz) Display Wi-Fi Info. SSID/PW Reset Bluetooth Settings
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Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Wired LAN (USB-LAN) USB-LAN/Tethering Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Importing root certification to the camera (Import Root Certificate) Access Authen. Settings Access Authen. Info Reset Network Set. FTP Transfer Func.
Viewfinder/monitor settings
Monitor Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Finder Color Temp. Finder Frame Rate (still image)
Power settings
Auto Monitor OFF (still image) Power Save Start Time Power Save by Monitor Auto Power OFF Temp. Display Quality (still image)
USB settings
USB Connection Mode USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply
External output settings
HDMI Resolution HDMI Output Settings (movie) HDMI Info. Display CTRL FOR HDMI
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General settings
Language Area/Date/Time Setting NTSC/PAL Selector Audio Signal(Shooting) Audio Signal(Start/End) Video Light Mode Anti-dust Function Auto Pixel Mapping Pixel Mapping Version Display Serial Number Privacy Notice Screen Reader (For some models only) Enlarge Screen Certification Logo (For some models only) Save/Load Settings Setting Reset
Functions available with a smartphone Functions available with a smartphone (Creators’ App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Using a smartphone as a remote commander
Using a smartphone as a remote commander Remote Shoot Setting
Transferring images to a Smartphone
Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Reset Transfer Status (transferring to a smartphone)
Connecting while the camera is turned OFF
Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone)
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Reading location information from a smartphone Using a computer Recommended computer environment Connecting/disconnecting the camera and a computer
Connecting the camera to a computer Disconnecting the camera from the computer
Managing and editing images on a computer
Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) Importing images to the computer
Operating the camera from a computer
Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Remote Shoot Setting
USB Streaming (movie) Appendix Audio accessories compatible with the Multi Interface Shoe Mount Adaptor
Mount Adaptor LA-EA3/LA-EA5 Mount Adaptor LA-EA4 Mount Adaptor
Multi Battery Adaptor Kit Battery life and number of recordable images Number of recordable images Recordable movie times List of icons on the monitor
List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the playback screen
List of default setting values
List of default setting values (Shooting)
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List of default setting values (Exposure/Color) List of default setting values (Focus) List of default setting values (Playback) List of default setting values (Network) List of default setting values (Setup) List of default setting values (My Menu)
Specifications Trademarks License If you have problems Troubleshooting Warning messages
5-054-923-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation
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Help Guide
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
ILCE-7CR 7CR
How to use the “Help Guide”
The “Help Guide” is a “Web Instruction Manual” that has been designed to describe the functions and operating methods of this camera. Use the “Help Guide” to search for any information that you require in order to make full use of the camera. (The “Help Guide” screens shown on this page are for reference only. They may differ from the actual on-screen display of your model.)
Hint
The “Startup Guide” supplied with the camera describes basic operating methods and precautions for use. Please refer to the “Startup Guide” in combination with this “Help Guide.”
Icons used in the “Help Guide”
: Menu items displayed in the still image shooting modes : Menu items displayed in the movie recording modes and slow-motion/quick-motion shooting modes : Menu items displayed in any of the still image shooting modes, movie recording modes, or slowmotion/quick-motion shooting modes For details on the relationship between each shooting mode and the menu, refer to “MENU button.”
Finding your desired information
Method A: Searching by keyword Enter a search keyword (“white balance,” “focus area,” etc.), and use the search results to display the description page that you want to view. If you enter two or more keywords by separating them with spaces (blanks), you can search for pages that contain all of those keywords. Method B: Viewing the table of contents Click (Table of contents) to display the table of contents. Select a heading from the table of contents to display the description page. Screen displayed on a computer
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Screen displayed on a smartphone
Method C: Finding functions from MENU If you want to search for information while checking it against the MENU screen of the camera, use the “Finding functions from MENU” page. Select a MENU item from the list to go directly to the description page.
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Viewing information about related features
“Related Topic” at the bottom of each page lists sections that contain information related to the description page currently being displayed. For a deeper understanding of the currently displayed page, refer to the listed sections as well.
Going to the previous/next page
Select the “Previous” or “Next” in the bottom of the page to move to the previous or next page without returning to the table of contents.
Printing all the pages of the “Help Guide”
To print all the pages, select the [ Download PDF] button in the bottom left corner of the top page. When the PDF file appears, use the printing menu of the browser to print it out. This function is not available for certain languages.
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Printing only the currently displayed page (only on a computer)

To print only the page currently being displayed, select the [ the printing screen appears, specify your printer.

Print This Page] button at the bottom of the page. When

Changing the display language
Go to the language selection page from [ Language Selection Page] at the bottom of the page and select a language.

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Precautions
Refer also to “Notes on use” in the Startup Guide (supplied) for this product.
We use environmentally conscious packaging materials
Environmentally conscious packaging materials were used for the camera and supplied accessories. Due to the characteristics of the packaging materials, note the following points.
Powder, etc. from the packaging materials may adhere to the camera or supplied accessories. In this case, remove it with a commercially available blower or cleaning paper before use. The packaging materials will deteriorate with continuous use. Be careful when carrying the product by the packaging.
On the data specifications described in this manual
The data on performance and specifications in this manual are based on an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), except where otherwise indicated. For the battery pack, the data are based on a battery pack that was fully charged until the charge lamp turned off.
On operating temperatures
Shooting in extremely cold or hot environments that exceed the operating temperature range is not recommended. Under high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the camera rises quickly. When the temperature of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate. It is recommended that you wait until the temperature of the camera drops before continuing to shoot. Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the camera may become unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera. A message will be displayed on the screen before the power turns off or you can no longer record movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the camera and battery temperature goes down. If you turn on the power without letting the camera and battery cool sufficiently, the power may turn off again, or you may still be unable to record movies.
Notes on recording for long periods of time or recording 4K movies
During use, the camera and battery may become warm. This is not a malfunction. Especially during 4K shooting, the recording time may be shorter under low temperature conditions. Warm up the battery pack or replace it with a new battery.
Notes on playing movies on other devices
XAVC HS and XAVC S movies can only be played back on compatible devices.
Notes on recording/playback
Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. The recorded image may be different from the image you monitored before recording. Playback of images recorded with your product on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your product are not guaranteed. Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record, or loss of or damage to recorded images or audio data, due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data. Once you format the memory card, all the data recorded on the memory card will be deleted and cannot be restored. Before formatting, copy the data to a computer or other device. Attach the shoulder strap to the camera to prevent it from falling.
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When using this product with a tripod or grip, be sure to attach the camera securely.
Notes on using a tripod
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.
Notes on handling memory cards
The temperature of memory cards may rise after saving. This is not a malfunction.
Backing up memory cards
Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection.
When the memory card is removed, the USB cable is disconnected, or the product is turned off in the middle of a read or write operation. When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Database file error
If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed. If a database file error occurs, export all the data to your computer, etc. to save it, and then format the memory card using this product.
Do not use/store the product in the following places
In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. In a location subject to rocking vibration It may cause malfunctions and an inability to record data. In addition, the recording media may become unusable, and recorded data may be corrupted. Near strong magnetic place In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the product. This may cause the product to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. In places with high humidity This may cause the lens to mold. In areas where strong radio waves or radiation are being emitted Recording and playback may not function correctly.
On moisture condensation
If the product is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the product. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the product. To prevent moisture condensation when you bring the product directly from a cold to a warm location, first put it in a plastic bag and seal it to prevent air from entering. Wait for about an hour until the temperature of the product has reached the ambient temperature. If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the product and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.
Precaution on carrying
Do not hold, hit, or apply excessive force to the following parts, if your camera is equipped with them:
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The lens part The movable monitor part The movable flash part The movable viewfinder part Do not carry the camera with the tripod attached. This may cause the tripod socket hole to break. Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.
Notes on handling the product
Although this camera is designed and built to be dustproof and drip-proof, it cannot completely prevent the ingress of dust or water droplets. Before you connect the cable to the terminal, be sure to check the orientation of the terminal. Then, insert the cable straight. Do not insert or remove the cable forcefully. This may cause the terminal part to break. The camera uses magnetic parts including magnets. Do not bring objects affected by magnetism, including credit cards and floppy disks, close to the camera.
On storing
For lens-integrated cameras Always attach the lens cap when you are not using the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap) For interchangeable- lens cameras Always attach the lens front cap or body cap when you are not using the camera. To prevent dust or debris from getting inside the camera, remove dust from the body cap before attaching it to the camera. If the camera is dirty after use, clean it. Water, sand, dust, salt, etc. left in the camera may cause a malfunction.
Notes on using lenses
When using the power zoom lens, be careful not to get your fingers or any other objects caught in the lens. (Only for models with a power zoom feature or interchangeable lens cameras) If you must place the camera under a light source such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap or interchangeable lens cameras) If sunlight or a strong light source enters the camera through the lens, it may focus inside the camera and cause smoke or fire. Attach the lens cap to the lens when storing the camera. When you shoot with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view. Note that smoke or fire may occur even if the light source is slightly away from the angle of view. Do not directly expose the lens to beams such as laser beams. These may damage the image sensor and cause the camera to malfunction. If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc.
Notes on the flash (Only for models with a flash)
Keep your fingers away from the flash. The light-emitting part may get hot. Remove any dirt from the surface of the flash. Dirt on the surface of the flash may emit smoke or burn due to heat generated by the emission of light. If there is dirt/dust, clean it off with a soft cloth. Restore the flash to its original position after using it. Make sure that the flash portion is not sticking up. (Only for models with a movable flash)
Notes on the Multi Interface Shoe (Only for models with a Multi Interface Shoe)
When attaching or detaching accessories such as an external flash to the Multi Interface Shoe, first turn the power to OFF. When attaching the accessory, confirm that it is firmly fastened to the camera. Do not use the Multi Interface Shoe with a commercially available flash that applies voltages of 250 V or more or has the opposite polarity of the camera. It may cause a malfunction.
Notes on the viewfinder and flash (Only for models with a viewfinder or a flash)
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Take care that your finger is not in the way when pushing the viewfinder or flash down. (Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash) If water, dust or sand adheres to the viewfinder or flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. (Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash)
Notes on the viewfinder (Only for models with a viewfinder)
When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at regular intervals when you are shooting with the viewfinder. In case you may feel uncomfortable, refrain from using the viewfinder until your condition recovers, and consult your doctor if necessary. Although the viewfinder is built with high-precision technology for 99.99% or more effective pixels, black dots may appear, and white, red, blue, and green dots may not disappear. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded. Do not forcibly push down the viewfinder when the eyepiece is pulled out. It may cause a malfunction. (Only for models with a movable viewfinder and an eyepiece that can be pulled out) If you pan the camera while looking into the viewfinder or move your eyes around, the image in the viewfinder may be distorted or the color of the image may change. This is a characteristic of the lens or display device and is not a malfunction. When you shoot an image, we recommend that you look at the center area of the viewfinder. The image may be slightly distorted near the corners of the viewfinder. This is not a malfunction. When you want to see the full composition with all its details, you can also use the monitor. If you use the camera in a cold location, the image may have a trailing appearance. This is not a malfunction. When the temperature of the camera changes, the color tone of the viewfinder display may change due to the characteristics of the display device. Do not directly expose the viewfinder to beams such as laser beams. These may damage the inside of the viewfinder and cause the camera to malfunction.
Notes on the monitor
Although the monitor is built with high-precision technology for 99.99% or more effective pixels, black dots may appear, and white, red, blue, and green dots may not disappear. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded. Do not press against the monitor. The monitor may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction. If the monitor has drops of water or other liquids on it, wipe it with a soft cloth. If the monitor stays wet, the surface of the monitor may change or deteriorate. This may cause a malfunction. If you use the camera in a cold location, the image may have a trailing appearance. This is not a malfunction. When you connect cables to the terminals on the camera, the rotating range of the monitor may become limited.
Notes on the image sensor
If you point the camera at an extremely strong light source while shooting images with a low ISO sensitivity, highlighted areas in the images may be recorded as black areas.
Notes on the wind screen (Only for models supplied with a wind screen)
If the wind screen is stored for a long time in a place exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating device, it may become discolored. The texture and degree of raising of the hairs may change depending on the environment during use and storage as well as aging. Brushing or forcefully pulling the hairs on the wind screen may cause them to come off. If the wind screen gets wet or dirty, do not remove it from the wind screen adaptor. Wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth and dry it in the shade.
On image data compatibility
This product conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
Services and software provided by other companies
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Network services, content, and the [operating system and] software of this Product may be subject to individual terms and conditions and changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information.
Notes on connecting to the internet
To connect the camera to a network, connect it through a router or a LAN port with the same function. Failure to connect in this manner may result in security issues.
Notes on security
SONY WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA LEAKS CAUSED BY TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, OR OTHER SECURITY PROBLEMS. Depending on the usage environment, unauthorized third parties on the network may be able to access the product. When connecting the camera to a network, be sure to confirm that the network is protected securely. The content of communications may be unknowingly intercepted by unauthorized third parties in the vicinity of the signals. When using wireless LAN communication, implement proper security measures to protect the content of communications.
Notes on the FTP function
Since content, usernames, and passwords are not encrypted using normal FTP, use FTPS if it is available.
Optional accessories
It is recommended that you use genuine Sony accessories. Some Sony accessories are only available in certain countries and regions.
Available models and kits
Some models and kits are only available in certain countries and regions.

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Lending, transferring or discarding the camera and/or memory card to others (Notes on protecting private information)

Important information may be recorded on the camera and/or memory card depending on the functions and camera settings. Before lending, transferring, or discarding the camera and/or memory card to others, be sure to read the following and make sure that you have completed the procedures.

Notes on lending, transferring, or discarding the camera to others
Before lending, transferring, or discarding the camera to others, be sure to perform the following operation to protect private information.

Select MENU

(Setup) [Reset/Save Settings] [Setting Reset] [Initialize].

Notes on lending, transferring, or discarding a memory card to others
Executing [Format] or [Delete] on the camera or a computer may not completely delete the data on the memory card. Before lending or transferring a memory card to others, we recommend that you delete any data on it completely using data deletion software. When discarding a memory card, we recommend that you physically destroy it.

Notes on network functions
When you use network functions, unintended third parties on the network may access the camera, depending on the usage environment. 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 bears no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by connecting to such network environments.

Notes on location information
If you upload and share still images or movies taken with this camera on the Internet while the location information is linked with the dedicated smartphone application, you may accidentally reveal the location information to a third party. To prevent third parties from obtaining your location information, deactivate the [Location Information Linkage] function of the dedicated application.

Warning on copyrights
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.

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Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery
Notes on using the battery pack
Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant. Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight.
Notes on charging the battery pack
Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images. Do not charge battery packs except battery packs specified for this product. Doing so can result in leaks, overheating, explosions, electric shocks, burns, or injuries. When you use a completely new battery pack or a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp (CHARGE) may flash quickly when the battery is charged. If this happens, remove the battery pack and then re-insert it to recharge. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The battery pack may not be correctly charged in temperatures outside this range. Operation cannot be guaranteed with all external power supplies. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Not doing so may result in a shorter battery life. Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance. If the product’s charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product. If the charge lamp flashes again, this may indicate a faulty battery or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted. Check that the battery pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new or different one and check that the newly inserted battery is charging correctly. If the newly inserted battery is charging correctly, the previously inserted battery may be faulty. If the charge lamp flashes while charging the battery pack inside the camera, this indicates that charging has stopped temporarily and is on standby. Charging stops and enters standby status automatically when the temperature is outside of the recommended operating temperature. When the temperature returns to the appropriate range, charging resumes and the charge lamp lights up again.
Remaining battery indicator
The remaining battery indicator appears on the screen. It takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery indicator to appear. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. If the remaining battery indicator does not appear on the screen, press the DISP (Display Setting) button to display it.
Effective use of the battery pack
Battery performance decreases in low temperature environments. So in cold places, the operational time of the battery pack is shorter. To ensure longer battery pack use, we recommend putting the battery pack in your pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in the product immediately before you start shooting. If there are any metal objects such as keys in your pocket, be careful of causing a short-circuit.
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The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the flash or continuous shooting function frequently, turn the power on/off frequently, or set the monitor very bright. We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the actual shots. If the battery terminal is dirty, you may not be able to turn on the product or the battery pack may not be properly charged. In that case, clean the battery by lightly wiping off any dust using a soft cloth or a cotton swab.
How to store the battery pack
To maintain the battery pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it in the camera at least once a year before storing it. Store the battery in a cool, dry place after removing it from the camera.
On battery life
The battery life is limited. If you use the same battery repeatedly, or use the same battery for a long period, the battery capacity decreases gradually. If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used.

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Notes on memory card
If (overheating warning icon) is displayed on the monitor, do not remove the memory card from the camera right away. Instead, wait for a while after turning off the camera, and then remove the memory card. If you touch the memory card while it is hot, you may drop it and the memory card may be damaged. Be careful when removing the memory card. If you repeatedly shoot and delete images for a long time, fragmentation of data in a file in the memory card may occur, and movie recording may be interrupted in the middle of shooting. If this happens, save your images to a computer or other storage location, then execute [Format] using this camera. Do not remove the battery pack or the memory card, disconnect the USB cable, or turn the camera off while the access lamp is lit up. This may cause the data on the memory card to become damaged. Be sure to back up the data for protection. Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly. Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices not compatible with exFAT when connected using a USB cable. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards.) Do not expose the memory card to water. Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:
High temperature locations such as in a car parked under the sun Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present
If the memory card is used near areas with strong magnetization, or used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise, the data on the memory card may become damaged. Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object. Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Do not disassemble or modify 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. Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the product. Be sure to format the memory card using this product. Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used. Do not press down hard when writing in the memo space on the memory card. Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor. You may not be able to remove the memory card. If the write-protect switch or delete-protect switch of an SD memory card is set to the LOCK position, you cannot record or delete images. In this case, set the switch to the record position. To use a microSD memory card with this product:
Be sure to insert the memory card into a dedicated adaptor. If you insert a memory card into the product without a memory card adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the product. When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a malfunction.
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Cleaning the image sensor (Sensor Cleaning)
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. If this happens, clean the image sensor quickly by following the steps below.
1 Confirm that the battery has been charged sufficiently.

2 MENU

(Setup) [Setup Option] [Anti-dust Function] [Sensor Cleaning] [Enter].

The image sensor vibrates a little to shake off the dust.

3 Detach the lens.

4 Use a commercially available blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. Hold the camera slightly face downward so that the dust falls out.

5 Turn off the camera.
6 Attach the lens.
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. https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/support/ilc/sensor/index.php
Note
When executing the cleaning mode, remove the lens with the camera turned on. Do not turn off the camera during cleaning. Make sure that the remaining battery level is 51% or more before performing cleaning. To clean the image sensor with the camera turned off, set [Shutter When Pwr OFF] under [Anti-dust Function] to [Off]. Do not use a spray type blower as it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body.
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Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the lens mount area, so that the tip of the blower does not touch the image sensor.
When cleaning the image sensor with a blower, do not blow too hard. If you blow the sensor too hard, the inside of the product may be damaged.
If the dust remains even after you cleaned the product as described, consult the service facility.
During cleaning, the image sensor emits a vibrating noise. This is not a malfunction.
Cleaning may be performed automatically when the power is turned off.

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On cleaning
Cleaning the lens
Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust with a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution. Wipe in a spiral pattern from the center to the outside. Do not spray lens cleaning solution directly onto the lens surface.
Cleaning the camera body
Do not touch the parts of the product inside the lens mount, such as a lens signal contact. To clean inside the lens mount, use a commercially available blower* to blow any dust off.

• Do not use a spray-type blower as doing so may cause a malfunction.
  Cleaning the product surface
  Clean the product surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing:
  Do not expose the product to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide. Do not touch the product with any of the above on your hand. Do not leave the product in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time.
  Cleaning the monitor
  If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the monitor may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc.
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Checking the camera and the supplied items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1)
Shoulder Strap (1)

Grip Extension (1) Body Cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Shoe Cap (1) (Attached to the camera)

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Front side
1. Shutter button 2. ON/OFF (Power) switch 3. Front dial
You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.
4. Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator
Do not cover this part during shooting.
5. Lens release button 6. Microphone
Do not cover this part during movie recording. Doing so may cause noise or lower the volume.
7. Lens 8. Mounting index 9. Image sensor 10. Mount 11. Lens contacts

• Do not directly touch these parts.
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Rear side
1. Viewfinder 2. Eye sensor 3. Diopter-adjustment dial
Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial according to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder.
4. Monitor (For touch operation: Touch panel/Touch pad)
You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.
(A): Approx. 176° (B): Approx. 270°
You may not be able to adjust the monitor angle depending on the type of a tripod you use. In such a case, release the tripod screw once to adjust the monitor angle. Do not apply excessive force when opening, closing, or rotating the monitor. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
5. MENU button 6. C1 button (Custom button 1) 7. Rear dial L
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You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.
8. For shooting: AF-ON (AF On) button
For viewing: (Enlarge) button

9. For shooting: Fn (Function) button
For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button You can display the screen for transferring images to a smartphone by pressing this button.

10. Control wheel 11. For shooting: C2 button (Custom button 2)
For viewing: (Delete) button

(Playback) button

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Top side

1. Mode dial 2. Still/Movie/S&Q dial
You can switch the shooting mode.

3. Rear dial R
You can quickly adjust the settings for each shooting mode.

4. MOVIE (Movie) button 5. Multi Interface Shoe*
Some accessories may not go in all the way and protrude backward from the Multi Interface Shoe. However, when
the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed.

6. Speaker

Image sensor position mark

The image sensor is the sensor that converts light into an electric signal. The position of the image sensor is

indicated by

(Image sensor position mark). When you measure the exact distance between the camera and

the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line.

If the subject is closer than the minimum shooting distance of the lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. Make sure you put enough distance between the subject and the camera.
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• For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can also be used. Operations with other manufacturers’ accessories are not guaranteed.

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Sides
1. Hooks for shoulder strap
Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera.

2. Charge lamp 3. (Microphone) jack
When an external microphone is connected, the built-in microphone turns off automatically. When the external microphone is a plugin-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by the camera.
4. USB Type-C terminal 5. Memory card slot 6. (Headphones) jack 7. Access lamp 8. HDMI micro jack

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Bottom
1. Battery insertion slot 2. Lock lever 3. Battery cover 4. Tripod socket hole
Supports 1/4-20 UNC screws 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.
Using the Grip Extension (supplied)
Greater holding ability can be achieved by attaching the Grip Extension to the camera.
How to attach the Grip Extension 1. Align the locating pin (A) on the Grip Extension with the locating pin hole (B) on the bottom of the camera. 2. Turn and fasten the camera fixing screw (C) while pushing it into the tripod screw hole on the camera.
Replacing the battery of the camera
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You can replace the battery of the camera without removing the Grip Extension from the camera.
1. Slide the LOCK/OPEN switch toward OPEN.
The battery replacement cover will open.

2. Insert the battery into the camera. 3. Return the battery replacement cover to its original position and slide the LOCK/OPEN switch toward LOCK.
Be careful not to get your fingers caught when attaching the Grip Extension or when returning the battery replacement cover on the Grip Extension to its original position.
Note
Attach the Grip Extension after confirming that the battery cover of the camera is closed. Make sure that the LOCK/OPEN switch of the Grip Extension is set to the LOCK position after attaching it.
When you attach the camera to a tripod, etc., the screw of the Grip Extension may be tightened too strongly by being tightened together with the screw section of the tripod. Do not tighten the screw further once the Grip Extension is locked in place.
It may not be possible to replace the battery of the camera while a tripod is attached to the Grip Extension. In such a case, remove the tripod from the Grip Extension before replacing the battery of the camera.
Do not hold the camera by the battery replacement cover of the Grip Extension. Doing so may cause the camera to fall.

Related Topic Front side Rear side Top side Sides

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Basic icons displayed on the monitor
This section describes the screen display when the shooting mode is (Program Auto).
The following is an example of the display when [DISP (Screen Disp) Set] is set to [Display All Info.] and the touch function icons are hidden. The displayed content and positions are for reference only, and may differ from the actual display. Some icons may not be displayed depending on the camera settings.
During still image shooting
1. Number of still images that can be recorded on the memory card 2. [JPEG/HEIF Switch] is set to [JPEG]. [JPEG Quality] is set to [Fine]. 3. [JPEG Image Size] is set to [L: 60M]. 4. [ SteadyShot] is set to [On]. 5. [ Focus Mode] is set to [Automatic AF]. 6. Remaining battery level 7. Shutter speed 8. Aperture value 9. Exposure compensation 10. [ ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. 11. The mode dial is set to (Program Auto). 12. [Drive Mode] is set to [Single Shooting]. 13. [ Focus Area] is set to [Wide]. 14. [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] is selected. 15. [ Creative Look] is set to [ST]. 16. [ Metering Mode] is set to [Multi]. 17. Displayed when [AF Illuminator] is set to [Auto] and the camera detects that the AF Illuminator is required. 18. [ White Balance] is set to [Auto]. 19. [ Subject Recog in AF] is set to [On] and [ Recognition Target] is set to [Human]. 20. [Shutter Type] is set to [Mechanical Shutter]. 21. [ Picture Profile] is set to [Off].
During movie recording
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1. The mode dial is set to (Program Auto). 2. Audio level 3. [ Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF]. 4. Actual shooting time of the movie 5. The camera is in the shooting standby mode. 6. [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [Rec Frame Rate] is set to [60p]. 7. Recordable movie time on the memory card 8. Remaining battery level
Related Topic Touch function icons List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the playback screen
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Touch function icons
Some functions have icons for touch operations (touch function icons). You can execute or change the settings of the functions by touching the icons.
Settings for using the touch function icons
[Touch Operation]: [On] [Shooting Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings]:
Set [Shooting Screen] to [On]. [Swipe Right] or [Swipe Left] desired setting.
To show/hide the touch function icons
Swipe right or left on the shooting standby screen. The touch function icons will appear on the left and right sides of the screen according to the settings for [Swipe Right] and [Swipe Left] under [Shooting Screen]. To hide the touch function icons, swipe the screen in the opposite direction from when you made the icons appear.
Examples of the touch function icon display and functions of each icon
The examples show the display when you set the icons to appear on both the left and right sides. During still image shooting
Icons on the left side: Shoot Mode, Drive Mode, Focus Area, White Balance, Creative Look* Icons on the right side: Shoots a still image, starts recording movies, Recog. Target Select, Touch Func. in Shooting, switches to the playback screen**

• When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Scene Selection], the icon changes to the (image adjustment) setting icon. ** The shot mark button is displayed even during movie recording in the still image shooting mode so that shot marks can be set for the movie
  being recorded.
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Icons on the left side: Shoot Mode, Self-timer, Focus Mode, Picture Profile, Creative Look* Icons on the right side: Starts recording movies, Focus Map, Recog. Target Select, Touch Func. in Shooting, switches to the playback screen**

• When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], the icon changes to the (image adjustment) setting icon. ** The shot mark button is displayed during movie recording so that shot marks can be set for the movie being recorded.
  Hint
  When MENU (Setup) [Touch Operation] [Touch Panel Settings] [Playback Screen] is set to [On], the touch function icons on the playback screen are always displayed.
  If you set MENU (Setup) [Touch Operation] [Touch Panel Settings] [Shooting Screen] [Icon When Monitor Flipped] to [Flip], you can set whether to switch the left and right icons on the shooting screen when the monitor is flipped.

Related Topic Touch Panel Settings Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Intelligent Auto Drive Mode Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) White Balance (still image/movie) Creative Look (still image/movie) Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Playing back still images Self-timer (movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Focus Map Playing back movies Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone)
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Touch panel
By touching the monitor, you can intuitively perform operations such as focusing on the shooting screen and operating the playback screen.
Touch operations (on the shooting screen)
Touch the monitor to specify where to focus (Touch Focus). Touch a subject on the monitor to use the touch tracking function (Touch Tracking). You can also focus on a subject and shoot images simply by touching the subject on the screen (Touch Shutter). When you touch the subject on the screen, the camera adjusts the brightness automatically according to the subject (Touch AE). [Touch AE] can also be used in combination with [Touch Focus], [Touch Tracking], or [Touch Shutter]. For information on how to switch the function activated by touch operation, refer to ” Touch Panel Settings .”
Touch operations (on the playback screen)
During single-image playback, swipe the screen to the left or right to move to the previous or next image.
During single-image playback, you can enlarge or reduce the displayed image by moving apart or bringing together two fingers on the screen (pinch-out/pinch- in).
You can also double-tap the monitor to enlarge a still image or exit the enlarged image. During movie playback, you can start or pause playback using touch operations.
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Hint
You can also operate the camera by touching the guides displayed on the bottom of the screen (Except when in the [Intelligent Auto] mode).
You can open the function menu by swiping upward quickly on the shooting screen. You can show and hide the icons for functions displayed on the left and right sides of the screen by swiping left and right quickly on the shooting screen.
You can set whether to enable touch operations and configure detailed settings under [Touch Panel Settings].

Related Topic Touch Operation Touch Panel/Pad Touch Panel Settings Touch function icons Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Adjusting the exposure with touch operations (Touch AE)
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Touch function icons
Some functions have icons for touch operations (touch function icons). You can execute or change the settings of the functions by touching the icons.
Settings for using the touch function icons
[Touch Operation]: [On] [Shooting Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings]:
Set [Shooting Screen] to [On]. [Swipe Right] or [Swipe Left] desired setting.
To show/hide the touch function icons
Swipe right or left on the shooting standby screen. The touch function icons will appear on the left and right sides of the screen according to the settings for [Swipe Right] and [Swipe Left] under [Shooting Screen]. To hide the touch function icons, swipe the screen in the opposite direction from when you made the icons appear.
Examples of the touch function icon display and functions of each icon
The examples show the display when you set the icons to appear on both the left and right sides. During still image shooting
Icons on the left side: Shoot Mode, Drive Mode, Focus Area, White Balance, Creative Look* Icons on the right side: Shoots a still image, starts recording movies, Recog. Target Select, Touch Func. in Shooting, switches to the playback screen**

• When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Scene Selection], the icon changes to the (image adjustment) setting icon. ** The shot mark button is displayed even during movie recording in the still image shooting mode so that shot marks can be set for the movie
  being recorded.
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Icons on the left side: Shoot Mode, Self-timer, Focus Mode, Picture Profile, Creative Look* Icons on the right side: Starts recording movies, Focus Map, Recog. Target Select, Touch Func. in Shooting, switches to the playback screen**

• When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], the icon changes to the (image adjustment) setting icon. ** The shot mark button is displayed during movie recording so that shot marks can be set for the movie being recorded.
  Hint
  When MENU (Setup) [Touch Operation] [Touch Panel Settings] [Playback Screen] is set to [On], the touch function icons on the playback screen are always displayed.
  If you set MENU (Setup) [Touch Operation] [Touch Panel Settings] [Shooting Screen] [Icon When Monitor Flipped] to [Flip], you can set whether to switch the left and right icons on the shooting screen when the monitor is flipped.

Related Topic Touch Panel Settings Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Intelligent Auto Drive Mode Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) White Balance (still image/movie) Creative Look (still image/movie) Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Playing back still images Self-timer (movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Focus Map Playing back movies Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone)
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Control wheel
On the menu screen or the screen displayed by pressing the Fn button, you can move the selection frame by turning the control wheel or by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. Your selection is confirmed when you press the center of the control wheel.

The DISP (Display Setting),

(Image Index), / (Drive Mode/ Self-timer), and ISO ( ISO) functions

are assigned to the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. In addition, you can assign selected functions to

the left/right/bottom side and the center of the control wheel, and to the rotation of the control wheel.

During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by

turning the control wheel.

Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings)
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Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial
You can use the Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial to select a shooting mode according to the subject and purpose of shooting.
Still/Movie/S&Q dial
Use the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to select a shooting mode.
(A) Still image shooting mode (B) Movie recording mode (C) Slow-motion/quick- motion shooting mode
Hint
The displayed menu items vary depending on the Still/Movie/S&Q dial position. When shooting a time-lapse movie, set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to S&Q, and select [ Time-lapse].
Mode dial
The exposure mode you select determines how the aperture (F value) and shutter speed are adjusted.

Mode dial Exposure mode

Description

(Auto)

Intelligent Auto /Scene Selection

The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition ( Intelligent Auto ). You can specify the shooting scene and shoot with the settings automatically set by the camera (Scene Selection).

P

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] .

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Mode dial Exposure mode

Description

A

Aperture Priority

The aperture value is given priority and the shutter speed is adjusted automatically. Select this when you want to blur the background or focus on the entire screen.

The shutter speed is given priority and the aperture value is adjusted automatically.

S

Shutter Priority

Select this when you want to shoot a fast-moving subject without blurring, or when

you want to shoot a water or light trail.

M

Manual Exposure

Manually adjust both the aperture value and shutter speed. You can shoot with your favorite exposure.

1 / 2 / 3

Recall Camera Setting

You can call up frequently used modes and numerical value settings that have been registered* in advance then shoot the images.

• In [ Camera Set. Memory], you can register various shooting settings, such as the exposure mode (P/A/S/M), aperture (F value), and shutter speed.

The method for setting the exposure in the movie recording modes depends on the MENU

(Shooting)

[Shooting Mode] [Exposure Ctrl Type] setting.

When [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [P/A/S/M Mode]:

Select the desired exposure mode using the mode dial.

When [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [Flexible Exp. Mode]:

The aperture value, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity can be switched between the automatic setting and manual

setting by using the following functions assigned to custom keys.

Aperture value [Auto/Manual Swt. Set.] [Av Auto/Manual Switch] Shutter speed [Auto/Manual Swt. Set.] [Tv Auto/Manual Switch] ISO sensitivity [Auto/Manual Swt. Set.] [ISO Auto/Manual Set]

If you select the manual setting, turn the front dial, rear dial L, or control wheel and set the desired value.

Related Topic Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) S&Q Settings Intelligent Auto Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Exposure Ctrl Type Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory MENU button
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MENU button
The menu screen is displayed by pressing the MENU button. You can change settings related to all of the camera operations including shooting and playback, or you can execute a function from the menu screen.
(A) Menu tab
Menu tabs are categorized by usage scenario, such as shooting, playback, network settings, etc.
(B) Menu group
In each tab, menu items are grouped by function. The number assigned to the group is the serial number in the tab. Refer to the number to determine the location of the group in use.
(C) Menu item
Select the function you want to set or execute. Hint
The name of the selected tab or group is displayed at the top of the screen. When [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Menu Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings] is set to [On], touch operations on the menu screen are possible.
Basic operations on the menu screen 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen. 2. Move within the menu tree and find the desired menu item by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control
wheel. The displayed menu items differ between the still image shooting modes and movie recording modes.
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(A) Menu tabs (B) Menu groups (C) Menu items
3. Press the center of the control wheel to select the menu item.
The setting screen or execution screen for the selected item will appear on the monitor.
4. Select a parameter or execute the function.
If you want to cancel changing the parameter, press the MENU button and go back to the previous screen.
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.
You will return to the shooting screen or playback screen. Hint
In the (Main) tab, you can view a list of the current shooting settings. Select a setting value in the tab to open the corresponding menu item and change the setting value. You can display the menu screen by assigning the [MENU] function to a custom key using [ Custom Key/Dial Set.] or [ Custom Key/Dial Set.], and then pressing that key.
Relationship between the Still/Movie/S&Q dial and menu screen
The menu groups and menu items displayed in the [Main], [Shooting], [Exposure/Color], and [Focus] tabs vary depending on the Still/Movie/S&Q dial position.
The displayed menu groups and menu items are the same in the movie recording modes and the slow-motion/quickmotion shooting modes.
Still image shooting modes Menu items for shooting still images are displayed.*

• Since you can record movies with the MOVIE (Movie) button even in the still image shooting mode, some basic movie menu items are also displayed.
  Movie recording modes/Slow-motion and quick-motion shooting modes Menu items for recording movies are displayed.
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Icons used in the “Help Guide”
: Menu items displayed in the still image shooting modes : Menu items displayed in the movie recording modes and slow-motion/quick-motion shooting modes : Menu items displayed in any of the still image shooting modes, movie recording modes, or slowmotion/quick-motion shooting modes

Related Topic Add Item Display From My Menu Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Still/Movie/S&Q dial and mode dial Main menu (shooting setting list)
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Main menu (shooting setting list)
Select the (Main) tab on the menu screen to display a list of shooting settings. You can confirm the settings before shooting or for each scene, and also change the settings directly from this screen.
Main menu for shooting still images Main 1
1. Shutter Speed 2. Aperture 3. Exposure Comp. 4. ISO 5. Format 6. File Format 7. RAW File Type 8. JPEG Quality/HEIF Quality 9. JPEG Image Size/HEIF Image Size 10. Aspect Ratio 11. Shoot Mode 12. Drive Mode 13. Flash Mode 14. Flash Comp. 15. Wireless Flash 16. White Balance
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17. Focus Mode
18. Focus Area
19. Remaining battery level

• When the shooting mode is [Program Auto], the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the same area. You can perform Program Shift by selecting the area.
  Main menu for shooting movies
  Main 1

1. Rec Frame Rate/

Rec Frame Rate (when shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies)/

(when shooting time-lapse)

Rec Frame Rate

2. Shutter Speed

3. Aperture

4. ISO

5. White Balance

6. Picture Profile

7. File Format

8. Record Setting/

S&Q Settings (when shooting slow-motion/quick-motion movies)/

shooting time-lapse)

Record Setting (when

9. Gamma Display Assist

10. Gamma Disp. Assist Typ.

Proxy Recording

12. Wind Noise Reduct.

13. Audio Rec Level

Main 2

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1. Log Shooting Setting

Shooting

3. Format

4. Shoot Mode

5. File Settings

6. SteadyShot

7. Focus Mode

8. Focus Area

9. Subject Recog in AF

10. Recognition Target

11. Remaining battery level
Hint
If you assign the [Display Main Menu] function to the desired key using the custom key settings, you can also open the Main menu by pressing the assigned key.
You can open the setting screens by touching the icons on the main menu when [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Menu Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings] is set to [On].

Related Topic MENU button Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.)
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Fn (function) button
If you press the Fn (function) button during shooting, a menu (function menu) containing frequently used functions such as the Drive Mode and Focus Mode is displayed on the screen, allowing you to quickly call up the functions.
Example of function menu
The displayed items differ depending on the camera status.

Hint

Use MENU

(Setup) [Operation Customize] [Fn Menu Settings] to register your favorite functions in the function

menu. You can register 12 functions for shooting still images and 12 functions for shooting movies separately.

When [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Shooting Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings] is set to [On], touch operations on the function menu screen are possible.

When [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Shooting Screen] under [Touch Panel Settings] is set to [On], you can also open [Fn Menu Settings] by holding down the icon in the function menu.

When [Swipe Up] under [Shooting Screen] is set to [Open the Fn Menu], the function menu can be displayed using touch operations by swiping the shooting screen upward quickly.

Swipe downward from the area outside of the function menu or touch the area outside of the function menu to close the function menu.

1 Press the DISP on the control wheel repeatedly to display a screen mode other than [For viewfinder].

2 Press the Fn (Function) button.

3 Press the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel to select a function to set.
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4 Turn the front dial to select the desired setting, and press the center of the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the rear dial L or rear dial R.
Using the Fn button in the [For viewfinder] display
If you press the Fn button while the monitor display is set to [For viewfinder], you can directly operate items you want to change. In the auto mode
In the P/A/S/M mode
The displayed contents and their positions shown in the illustrations are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
To adjust settings from the dedicated setting screens
Select the icon for the desired function and then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings.
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Note
Items that are grayed out on the [For viewfinder] screen cannot be changed by pressing the Fn button.
Some settings, such as [ Creative Look] and [ Picture Profile], cannot be operated on the [For viewfinder] screen unless you enter the dedicated setting screen.

Related Topic Fn Menu Settings DISP (Display Setting) button Touch Operation Touch Panel Settings
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C (custom) buttons
If you assign frequently used functions to the custom buttons (C1 to C2) in advance, you can quickly call up those functions simply by pressing the button during shooting or playback. Recommended functions are assigned to the custom buttons by default.

To check/change the functions of the custom buttons

You can confirm the function currently assigned to each custom button via the following procedure.

MENU

(Setup) [Operation Customize] [ Custom Key/Dial Set.], [ Custom Key/Dial Set.] or [

Custom Key Setting].

If you want to change the function of the custom button, press the center of the control wheel while the custom button is

selected. The functions that can be assigned to that button will appear. Select your desired function.

Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.)
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DISP (Display Setting) button
By pressing the DISP (Display Setting) button, you can change the content displayed on the screen during shooting and playback. The display switches each time the DISP button is pressed. The viewfinder display and the monitor display for shooting can be set separately.

Hint
The monitor can be turned off with the DISP button. Add a check mark to [Monitor Off] under MENU [Operation Customize] [DISP (Screen Disp) Set] [Monitor].

(Setup)

During shooting (Monitor)
Display All Info. No Disp. Info. Histogram Level For viewfinder Display All Info. When shooting still images:

When shooting movies:
During shooting (Viewfinder)
Level No Disp. Info. Histogram Level When shooting still images:
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When shooting movies:

To switch the information displayed on the viewfinder, press the DISP button while looking into the viewfinder.
During playback (Monitor/Viewfinder)
Display Info. Histogram No Disp. Info. Display 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].
Note
The displayed contents and their position shown in the illustration are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. The following are not displayed in the default settings.
Monitor Off Display All Info. (when using the viewfinder)
In the movie recording modes, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed. If the monitor display is set to [For viewfinder], the display will switch to all information when movie shooting starts.

Related Topic DISP (Screen Disp) Set (Monitor/Finder)
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Delete button
You can delete an image currently being displayed by pressing the (Delete) button.

When a confirmation message appears after you press the (Delete) button, use the control wheel to select

[Delete] and press the center.

You can also delete two or more images at once.

Select MENU

(Playback) [Delete] [Delete]. Then, select the images you want to delete.

Hint

If you set MENU

(Playback) [Delete] [

(Delete) button twice in a row.

Delete pressing twice] to [On], you can delete images by pressing the

Other than the single-image playback screen, you can also use the
Custom Key Opening the context menu ([Add to My Menu]/[In-Camera Guide])

(Delete) button for the following operations.

Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete confirm. Delete pressing twice C (custom) buttons In-Camera Guide
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AF-ON button
You can use the AF-ON button to adjust the focus without pressing the shutter button halfway down ([AF On] function) in the following cases:
When you want to focus at a specific shooting distance predicting the position of the subject. When you want to focus and release the shutter separately.

Hint
[Tracking On + AF On] is assigned in the default settings.
Related Topic AF On
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Front dial and rear dial (L/R)
You can use the front dial or two rear dials (L/R) to quickly change the setting values in the following cases:
When you want to adjust the aperture value or shutter speed. When you want to change the camera settings during shooting. During playback, you can turn the dials to browse images.

(A): Front dial (B): Rear dial L (C): Rear dial R

Hint
You can use [

Custom Key/Dial Set.]/[

Custom Key/Dial Set.] to assign the desired functions to each dial.

You can also use the [My Dial Settings] function to assign your desired functions to the dials, and recall those functions when required.

Related Topic Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Exposure Ctrl Type Changing the function of the dial temporarily (My Dial Settings) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials (Custom Key/Dial Set.) Av/Tv Rotate
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Keyboard screen
When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. For examples of functions that use the keyboard, see “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page.

1. Input box

The characters you entered are displayed.

2. Switch character types

Each time you press this key, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols.

3. Keyboard

Each time you press this key, the characters corresponding to that key will be displayed one-by-one in order. To

switch letters from lower to upper case, press (Up arrow).

(Left arrow)

Moves the cursor in the input box to the left.

(Right arrow)

Moves the cursor in the input box to the right. This key is also used to finalize the input of a character being edited

and move to the next character.

(Delete)

Deletes the character preceding the cursor.

7. (Up arrow)

Switches a letter to upper or lower case.

(Space)

Enters a space.

9. OK

Press this key after entering characters to finalize the entered characters.

The procedure for entering alphabetic characters is explained below.

1 Use the control wheel to move the cursor to the desired key.
Each time you press the center of the control wheel, the characters will change. To switch the letter to upper or lower case, press (Up arrow).

2 When the character that you want to enter appears, press

(Right arrow) to confirm the character.

Make sure to confirm one character at a time. Unless a character is confirmed, you cannot enter the next

character.

Even if you do not press

(Right arrow), the entered character will be automatically confirmed after several

seconds.

3 After you finish entering all characters, press [OK] to finalize the entered characters.
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To cancel input, select [Cancel].

Related Topic Copyright Info Access Point Set. Wired LAN (USB-LAN) Edit Device Name Access Authen. Settings

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In-Camera Guide

The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings.

1 Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the (A).

(Delete) button

The descriptions of the item are displayed. Select [In-Camera Guide] and press the center of the control wheel when the context menu appears.

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Functions for accessibility

The camera is equipped with functions for accessibility to serve as visual aids.

Screen reader function
The camera reads aloud information such as menu screens and messages. To always enable the screen reader function, press and hold the MENU button on the initial setup screen displayed after you turn the camera on for the first time. The screen reader function will be enabled. Once you use the screen reader function on the initial setup screen, the screen reader function will be kept enabled after the initial setup, and you can switch it on and off by pressing and holding the MENU button. The MENU button is located on the rear side of the camera, to the right of the eyepiece part of the viewfinder, immediately above the monitor, and is a horizontally long button.

Enlarge screen function

You can enlarge the menu screen display for better readability of the text. (Some menu screens do not support the

enlarging function.)

Select MENU

(Setup) [ Accessibility] [Enlarge Screen] to enable the function. The menu screen display

will be enlarged when you press the custom key on the menu screen.

For details, refer to ” Enlarge Screen .”

Hint

If you did not use the screen reader function on the initial setup screen, you can enable the function from the menu. Select MENU

(Setup) [ Accessibility] [Screen Reader] [Screen Reader] [On].

If you did not use the screen reader function on the initial setup screen, [ Long Press to Switch] under [Screen Reader] will be set to [Off]. Set [ Long Press to Switch] to [On] when you want to switch the screen reader function on and off by pressing and holding the MENU button.

Note
Depending on the language you selected on the initial setup screen or in [ supported.

Language], the screen reader function may not be

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Inserting/removing the battery pack
1 Slide the switch on the battery cover to open the cover.
2 Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place.
3 Close the cover and slide the switch to the LOCK side.
To remove the battery pack
Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera. Then, slide the lock lever (A) and remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
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Related Topic Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery
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Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery
You can use a commercially available USB cable to charge from an external power source, such as a USB AC adaptor or mobile battery. When a device compatible with USB-PD (USB Power Delivery) is connected to the camera, fast charging is possible.
1 Turn off the camera, and connect an external power source to the USB Type-C terminal on the camera using a commercially available USB cable. Use a USB Type-C (C-C) cable when connecting to a device compatible with USB PD. Use a USB Type-C (AC) cable when charging using a device that is not compatible with USB PD.
Charge lamp on the camera (orange) Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range
Charging time (Full charge): The charging time is approximately 255 min. (when using an AC adaptor with a rated output of 1.5 A). The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances. The charge lamp turns off when charging is completed. If the charge lamp lights up and then immediately turns off, the battery pack is fully charged.
Note
When you use an AC adaptor, use one with a rated output of 1.5 A or higher. Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor/Battery Charger. If any malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source. If you use the product with a charge lamp,
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note that the product is not disconnected from the power source even when the lamp turns off.
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. However, the battery pack will not be charged.
If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the product connected to a laptop computer for an extended period of time.
Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer.
Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub.
The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time.
We recommend using a USB-PD device that is compatible with an output of 9V/3A or 9V/2A.
Before charging, be sure to also read “Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery.”

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Using the battery charger abroad
You can use the battery charger (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC and 50 Hz/60 Hz. Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance.
Note
Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction.

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Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)
Use an AC adaptor, etc. to shoot and play back images while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). This conserves the camera’s battery power. We recommend using a USB-PD (USB Power Delivery) device that is compatible with an output of 9V/3A.
1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera.
2 Connect a commercially available USB cable to the USB Type-C terminal on the camera.
3 Connect to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC adaptor, etc.
4 Turn on the camera. An icon ( ) indicating USB power supply will appear next to the battery display on the monitor, and power supply will start.
Note
As long as the power is on, the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor, etc. Under certain conditions, power may be supplied from the battery pack supplementarily even if you are using the AC adaptor, etc. Do not remove the battery pack while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). If you remove the battery pack, the camera will be turned off. Only connect the USB cable to the camera or disconnect the USB cable from the camera while the camera is turned off. Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the continuous recording time may be shortened while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket). The area around the terminal may become hot. Be careful when handling it. When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. Operation cannot be guaranteed with all external power supplies.

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Memory cards that can be used
This camera supports only SD memory cards (UHS-II compatible). When using microSD memory cards with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor.
For still-image shooting
The following memory cards can be used.
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
For movie recording (When [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off])
Movie recording formats and compatible memory cards are as follows.

File Format Maximum recordable bit rate when recording XAVC HS 4K 200Mbps

Supported memory card SDHC/SDXC card (U3 or higher)

XAVC S 4K

200Mbps

SDHC/SDXC card (U3 or higher)

XAVC S HD

100Mbps

SDHC/SDXC card (U3 or higher)

XAVC S-I 4K

600Mbps

SDXC V90 or higher

XAVC S-I HD 222Mbps

SDXC V90 or higher

For movie recording (When [ Proxy Recording] is set to [On])
Proxy recording is not possible when the recording frame rate is [120p]/[100p]. Depending on the setting for [ File Format], the maximum recording bit rate may be lower than when [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off]. Supported memory cards for [ File Format] are as follows. This camera cannot perform proxy recording when shooting in the XAVC S-I format.

File Format Maximum recordable bit rate when recording XAVC HS 4K 200Mbps + 16Mbps*

Supported memory card SDXC card (V60 or higher)

XAVC S 4K

200Mbps + 16Mbps*

SDXC card (V60 or higher)

XAVC S HD

50Mbps + 16Mbps*

SDHC/SDXC card (U3 or higher)

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• The maximum recording bit rate for proxy movies on this camera is 16 Mbps.

For S&Q Motion shooting (When [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off])
File formats and compatible memory cards are as follows.

File Format Maximum recordable bit rate when recording Supported memory card

XAVC HS 4K 250Mbps

SDXC V60 or higher

XAVC S 4K

280Mbps

SDXC V60 or higher

XAVC S HD

250Mbps

SDXC V60 or higher

XAVC S-I 4K

600Mbps

SDXC V90 or higher

XAVC S-I HD 445Mbps

SDXC V90 or higher

For S&Q Motion shooting (When [ Proxy Recording] is set to [On])
Proxy recording is not possible when the recording frame rate is [120p]/[100p]. Depending on the setting for [ File Format], the maximum recording bit rate may be lower than when [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off]. Supported memory cards for [ File Format] are as follows. This camera cannot perform proxy recording when shooting in the XAVC S-I format.

File Format Maximum recordable bit rate when recording Supported memory card

XAVC HS 4K 250Mbps + 16Mbps*

SDXC card (V60 or higher)

XAVC S 4K

280Mbps + 16Mbps*

SDXC card (V60 or higher)

XAVC S HD

125Mbps + 16Mbps*

SDXC card (V60 or higher)

• The maximum recording bit rate for proxy movies on this camera is 16 Mbps.

For time-lapse shooting (When [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off])
Supported memory cards for [ File Format] are as follows.

File Format XAVC HS 4K XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD

Supported memory card SDHC/SDXC card (U3 or higher)

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File Format XAVC S-I 4K XAVC S-I HD

Supported memory card SDXC card (V90 or higher)

For time-lapse shooting (When [ Proxy Recording] is set to [On])
Supported memory cards for [ File Format] are as follows. This camera cannot perform proxy recording when shooting in the XAVC S-I format.

File Format XAVC HS 4K XAVC S 4K
XAVC S HD

Supported memory card SDXC card (V60 or higher) SDHC/SDXC card (U3 or higher)

Note
In slow-motion recording, the recording bit rate is higher than usual. You may need a memory card that can be written at a higher speed.
When an SDHC memory card is used to record movies over extended periods of time, the recorded movies are divided into files 4 GB in size. When shooting a time-lapse movie, recording stops automatically right before the file is divided.
Charge the battery pack sufficiently before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card.

Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times S&Q Settings
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Inserting/removing a memory card
Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the camera. You can use the SD memory cards with this camera.
1 Slide the switch on the memory card cover to open the cover.
2 Insert the memory card. With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Insert the memory card correctly. Not doing so may cause a malfunction.
3 Close the cover, and then slide the switch towards the LOCK side.
Hint
When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card.
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To remove the memory card
Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it.

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Attaching/removing a lens
Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the lens. 1 Remove the body cap (A) from the camera and the rear lens cap (B) from the rear of the lens.
It is recommended that you attach the front lens cap when you have done shooting. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
Hold the camera with the lens mount facing down to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera. 3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it
clicks into the locked position.
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Be sure to hold the lens straight when attaching it.
To remove the lens
Keep pressing the lens release button (A) and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops. After removing the lens, attach the body cap to the camera and the lens caps to the front and rear of the lens to prevent dust and debris from entering the camera and lens.

Note
When attaching/removing the lens, work quickly in a dust-free location. Do not press the lens release button when attaching a lens. Do not use force when attaching a lens. A Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). When using the Mount Adaptor, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor. If you want to shoot full- frame images, use a full-frame size compatible lens. When you use a lens with a tripod socket, attach a tripod to the tripod socket of the lens to help balance the weight of the lens. When carrying the camera with a lens attached, hold both the camera and the lens firmly. Do not hold the part of the lens that is extended for zoom or focus adjustment.

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Performing initial setup for the camera
By establishing a Bluetooth connection (pairing) between the camera and a smartphone and using the smartphone application Creators’ App, you can perform initial camera settings such as date and time settings from the smartphone. Install Creators’ App from your smartphone’s application store. If the application is already installed, be sure to update it to the latest version. You can also install Creators’ App by scanning the QR Code displayed on the screen of the camera using your smartphone. For details on Creators’ App, refer to the following website. https://www.sony.net/ca/
1 Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to “ON” to turn on the camera.
2 Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel. The privacy notice screen will appear. Read the privacy notice regarding biometrics by opening the link using your smartphone, etc.
3 Press the center of the control wheel.
4 Follow the instructions on the camera screen to connect the camera with your smartphone. Launch Creators’ App on your smartphone to connect the camera with your smartphone. If you do not connect a smartphone, the area/date/time setting screen will appear. To connect your smartphone to the camera after the initial setup, select MENU (Network) [ Cnct./PC Remote] [Smartphone Connection].
5 Perform initial camera setup on the Creators’ App screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to set the following items. Area/Date/Time Auto Power OFF Temp. Device name
You can change these settings later from the camera menu.
On maintaining the date and time
This camera has an internal rechargeable backup battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is turned on or off, or whether the battery pack is charged or discharged. To charge the internal backup battery, insert a charged battery pack into the camera, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power turned off. If the clock resets every time the battery pack is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility.
Hint
To turn on the screen reader function, press and hold the MENU button on the initial setup screen. Depending on the language you have selected, the screen reader function may not be supported.
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By connecting the camera and a smartphone via the Bluetooth function, you can operate the camera using the smartphone and transfer images from the camera to the smartphone.
Note
If the date and time setting is canceled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera. The built-in clock of the camera may exhibit time errors. Adjust the time at regular intervals.

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Confirmation before shooting
This section introduces useful settings and functions that you should know when using the camera. We recommend that you confirm these settings and functions before using the camera. From each item name listed below, you can jump to the page explaining the respective functions.
Preparing a memory card for use with this camera
Format Recover Image DB (still image/movie)
Preventing accidental failure to insert a memory card
Release w/o Card
Setting whether camera operating sounds are generated
Audio Signal(Shooting)
Setting whether to always accept manual focusing operations
Full Time DMF
Making it easy to check whether the camera is on standby or recording when set to a movie mode
Emphasized REC Display
Resetting shooting settings or resetting all camera settings
Setting Reset
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Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto)
This section describes how to shoot still images in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera automatically focuses and automatically determines the exposure based on the shooting conditions.
1 Set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to (Still) to select the still image shooting mode.

2 Set the mode dial to

(Auto Mode).

3 Select [Intelligent Auto] on the shooting mode selection screen.

The shooting mode will be set to

(Intelligent Auto).

4 Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera.

5 When a zoom lens is mounted, enlarge images by rotating the zoom ring.

6 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator (

, etc.) lights up.

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7 Press the shutter button fully down.

To shoot with the touch function icons

You can also shoot by touching an icon on the screen instead of pressing the shutter button. Swipe the monitor left or

right to display the touch function icons, and then touch the

(shutter) icon. You can view the captured image by

touching the

(switch to playback screen) icon.

For details on how to display the touch function icons, see “Touch function icons.”

To adjust the image brightness, color tone, etc. ( My Image Style)

Swipe the monitor left or right to display the touch function icons on the shooting screen, and touch (image

adjustment). You can set

(Background Defocus), (Brightness), (Color), and [ Creative Look] to your

preferences. Touch each icon at the bottom of the screen to set each item.

For details, refer to ” Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) .”

To select the focus mode yourself ( Focus Mode / Focus Area)

Specifying [ Focus Mode], such as selecting

(Single-shot AF) for landscapes or still subjects and selecting

(Continuous AF) for moving subjects, makes it easier to focus on the desired subject. You can also specify the

focus position and range using [ Focus Area].

Shooting while focusing on human eyes
The [ Subject Recog in AF] function under [Subject Recognition] is enabled in the default settings, so you can use the Eye AF function immediately.

To shoot images with the focus locked on the desired subject (Focus-lock)
When you focus on the subject, the focus is locked while the shutter button is pressed halfway down. Switch to the desired composition and press the shutter button all the way down to take the picture.

You can lock the focus on non-moving subjects. Set [ Focus Mode] to

(Single-shot AF).

Setting [ Focus Area] to [Center Fix] makes it easier to focus on subjects located in the center of the screen.

Hint

When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the

shot or change the focus mode or focus area settings. In [Continuous AF] mode,

(focus indicator) lights up and the beep

indicating that the focus has been achieved does not sound.

Note
An icon indicating that data is being written is displayed after shooting. Do not remove the memory card while the icon is displayed. Doing so will prevent images from being recorded normally.
When you shoot at high shutter speeds with a large-aperture lens attached, out-of-focus circle produced by the bokeh effect may get cut off because of the shutter mechanism.
When a lens from another manufacturer (including a Minolta/Konica-Minolta lens) is used, the correct exposure may not be achieved, or the image brightness may be uneven.
When you shoot at high shutter speeds, the image brightness may become uneven depending on the shooting environment.

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Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto)
This section describes how to record movies in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera automatically focuses and automatically determines the exposure based on the recording conditions.
1 Set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to (Movie) to select the movie recording mode.

2 Set the mode dial to

(Auto Mode).

The shooting mode will be set to

(Intelligent Auto).

3 Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording.

4 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

To shoot with the touch function icons

You can also start shooting by touching an icon on the screen instead of pressing the MOVIE (movie) button. Swipe the

monitor left or right to display the touch function icons, and then touch the

(start recording) icon. You can view the

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captured image by touching the

(switch to playback screen) icon.

For details on how to display the touch function icons, see “Touch function icons.”

To adjust the image brightness, color tone, etc. ( My Image Style)

Swipe the monitor left or right to display the touch function icons on the shooting screen, and touch (image

adjustment). You can set

(Background Defocus), (Brightness), (Color), and [ Creative Look] to your

preferences. Touch each icon at the bottom of the screen to set each item.

For details, refer to ” Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) .”

To select the recording format ( File Format)
The resolution and degree of compatibility vary depending on the recording format (XAVC HS 4K/XAVC S 4K/XAVC S HD/XAVC S-I 4K/XAVC S-I HD). Select the format in accordance with the purpose of the movie to be shot.

To select the frame rate or image quality ( Movie Settings)
The frame rate determines the smoothness of motion in movies. ([ Movie Settings] [Rec Frame Rate]) The image quality changes with the bit rate. ([ Movie Settings] [Record Setting]) If the bit rate is high, the amount of information will increase and you can shoot high-quality movies. However, this will result in a larger volume of data. Select the frame rate and bit rate according to your preference and purpose.

To adjust the exposure (Exposure Ctrl Type/Exposure mode)
When [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [P/A/S/M Mode], select the exposure mode using the shutter speed and aperture value combination in the same way as when shooting a still image. When [Exposure Ctrl Type] is set to [Flexible Exp. Mode], you can set the shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO sensitivity automatically or manually.

Also, if you enable [Touch AE] under [Touch Func. in Shooting], you can adjust the exposure to the touched area.

To select the focusing method (

Select

(Continuous AF) or

[ Focus Area].

Focus Mode/ Focus Area)
(Manual Focus) for [ Focus Mode]. You can specify the focus area by setting

Even during shooting with manual focus, you can temporarily switch to auto focus in the following ways.

Press the custom key to which [AF On] is assigned, or press the shutter button halfway. Press the custom key to which [Subject Recognition AF] is assigned. Touch the subject on the monitor. (when [Touch Func. in Shooting] under [Shooting Screen] is set to [Touch Focus] or [Touch Tracking])

To record movie audio in 4 channels
Attach a genuine Sony accessory that supports 4-channel and 24-bit audio recording to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera.

Hint
You can also assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key.
You can focus quickly while shooting movies by pressing the shutter button halfway down. (The sound of auto focus operation may be recorded in some cases.)
You can change the settings for ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation, and focus area while shooting movies.
The sounds of the camera and lens in operation may be recorded during movie shooting. To prevent sounds from being recorded, set [Audio Recording] to [Off].
To prevent the operating sound of the zoom ring from being recorded when a power zoom lens is used, we recommend recording movies using the zoom lever of the lens. When moving the zoom lever of the lens, be careful not to flip the lever.

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When [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], the camera can continue movie recording even when the temperature of the camera becomes high.
Note
An icon indicating that data is being written is displayed after shooting. Do not remove the memory card while the icon is displayed.
You cannot start recording a movie while writing data. Wait until data writing is completed and “STBY” is displayed before recording a movie.
If the (Overheating warning) icon appears, the temperature of the camera has risen. Turn the power off and cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again.
The temperature of the camera tends to rise when shooting movies continuously, and you may feel that the camera is warm. This is not a malfunction. Also, [Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool.] may appear. In such cases, turn the power off and cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again.
For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to “Recordable movie times.” When movie recording is finished, you can record another movie by pressing the MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the product, depending on the temperature of the product or the battery.
Still images cannot be captured during movie recording.

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Finding functions from MENU
The displayed MENU items vary depending on the position of the Still/Movie/S&Q dial. In the table below, the modes in which each MENU item is displayed are indicated by the still image/movie/S&Q icons.
: The menu item is displayed when the Still/Movie/S&Q dial is set to (still image shooting mode). : The menu item is displayed when the Still/Movie/S&Q dial is set to (movie recording mode) or S&Q (slow-motion/quick-motion shooting mode). : The menu item is displayed regardless of the mode to which the Still/Movie/S&Q dial is set.
(Main) tab
Shooting settings are displayed in a list. For details, refer to “Main menu (shooting setting list).”
(Shooting) tab
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Groups Image Quality/Rec
Media File

Menu items JPEG/HEIF Switch
File Format RAW File Type JPEG Quality HEIF Quality JPEG Image Size HEIF Image Size Aspect Ratio
File Format Movie Settings S&Q Settings Time-lapse Settings Log Shooting Setting
Proxy Settings Shooting
Long Exposure NR High ISO NR HLG Still Image Color Space
Lens Compensation Format
Recover Image DB Display Media Info. File/Folder Settings Select REC Folder Create New Folder IPTC Information Copyright Info Write Serial Number File Settings
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Groups Shooting Mode Drive Mode Shutter/Silent Audio Recording TC/UB Image Stabilization

Menu items Exposure Ctrl Type
Recall Camera Setting Camera Set. Memory
Shoot Mode Auto/Scene Selection Reg. Custom Shoot Set Drive Mode Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func. Pixel Shift Multi Shoot.
Silent Mode Settings Shutter Type
Release w/o Lens Release w/o Card Anti-flicker Set. Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Out Timing Wind Noise Reduct.
Shoe Audio Set. Time Code Preset User Bit Preset Time Code Format Time Code Run Time Code Make User Bit Time Rec
SteadyShot SteadyShot SteadyShot Adjust.
Focal Length
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Groups Zoom Shooting Display
Marker Display Shooting Option

Menu items Zoom Zoom Range Custom Key Z. Speed Remote Zoom Speed Grid Line Display Grid Line Type Live View Display Set. Emphasized REC Display Aspect Marker Aspect Marker Type Aspect Marker Level Marker Display Center Marker Aspect Marker Safety Zone Guideframe Self-timer Auto Framing Settings

(Exposure/Color) tab

Groups Exposure Exposure Comp.

Menu items BULB Timer Settings Auto Slow Shutter
ISO ISO Range Limit ISO AUTO Min. SS Auto/Manual Swt. Set. Exposure Comp. Exposure step Exposure Std. Adjust

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Groups Metering
Flash
White Balance
Color/Tone Zebra Display
(Focus) tab

Menu items Metering Mode Face Priority in Multi Metering Spot Metering Point AEL w/ Shutter Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set Wireless Flash Red Eye Reduction External Flash Set. Reg. Flash Shooting Set White Balance Priority Set in AWB Shutter AWB Lock Shockless WB D-Range Optimizer Creative Look Picture Profile Select LUT Manage User LUTs Soft Skin Effect Zebra Display Zebra Level

102

Groups AF/MF
Focus Area

Menu items Focus Mode Priority Set in AF-S Priority Set in AF-C AF Tracking Sensitivity AF Illuminator Aperture Drive in AF AF w/ Shutter Full Time DMF Pre-AF AF Transition Speed AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity AF Assist Focus Area Focus Area Limit Switch V/H AF Area Focus Area Color AF Area Registration Del. Regist. AF Area AF Area Auto Clear Area D

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• | Help Guide for Creators | Top
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• Import MAC Address | Transfer & Tagging | Sony
• ILCE-7CR | Assigning frequently used functions to buttons and dials | Tutorials | SONY
• How to clean and check for dust attached to the image sensor | SONY
• EU Declaration of Conformity | Sony Ireland
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• [Creators' App] Verified smartphones | Sony USA
• [Creators' App] How to use | Sony UK
• [Creators' App] How to use | Sony UK
• Image Stabilization with Body–Lens Coordinated Control - Function compatibility information
• Image Stabilization with Body–Lens Coordinated Control - Function compatibility information
• ILCE-7CR - Accessories Compatibility Information
• ILCE-7CR - Accessories Compatibility Information
• sony.net/disoft/
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• sony.net/Products/Linux/
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