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General| Camera Type | Mirrorless |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | APS-C CMOS |
| Effective Pixels | 20.1 MP |
| ISO Range | 100-16000 |
| Lens Mount | Sony E-mount |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
| Screen Size | 3.0 inches |
| Screen Resolution | 230, 400 dots |
| Continuous Shooting | 3.5 fps |
| Storage Media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Battery Type | NP-FW50 |
| Max Video Resolution | Full HD 1920 x 1080 |
| Shutter Speed | 1/4000 sec - 30 sec |
| Weight | 411 g (with battery and memory card) |
| Dimensions | 128 x 90.9 x 84.5 mm |
| Battery Life | Approx. 470 shots |
Lists all accessories included with the camera, detailing quantities and specific items.
Illustrates and labels all external buttons, switches, and connectors on the camera body.
Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting and charging the camera's rechargeable battery.
Explains the procedure for mounting and dismounting lenses safely to avoid dust and damage.
Details the process of inserting a memory card into the camera's slot, including orientation.
Guides users on how to adjust the viewfinder diopter for clear vision.
Explains how to turn on the camera for the first time and set the date and time.
Covers basic steps for capturing still photographs using Intelligent Auto mode.
Details how to start and stop movie recording, including focus and brightness adjustments.
Explains how to view still images and movies, including playback controls and selection.
Provides instructions on how to delete individual or multiple images from the camera.
Describes the functions of the control wheel and soft keys for navigating camera menus and settings.
Explains how to use Help Guides and Shooting Tips to improve camera usage.
Details how to use the camera's zoom feature for higher magnification beyond optical zoom.
Guides on intuitively adjusting settings like background blur, brightness, and color for creative photos.
Explains how to easily blur the background for artistic effect and improve subject focus.
Describes various creative filters and effects that can be applied to images during shooting.
Instructions on how to adjust the image brightness using exposure compensation.
Explains how to set and use the self-timer for shooting photos with a delay.
Covers shooting multiple images rapidly by holding down the shutter button.
Details how to cycle through different information display modes on the LCD screen.
Guides on adjusting the camera's ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.
Explains various shooting modes like Intelligent Auto, Scene Selection, Shutter Priority, etc.
Describes specific scene modes such as Portrait, Landscape, Sports Action, and Night Scene.
Instructions on how to capture panoramic images by panning the camera.
Explains how to control shutter speed to capture subject motion effectively.
Guides on adjusting aperture to control depth of field and background blur.
Details automatic shooting modes for ease of use and enhanced image quality.
Covers different flash modes like Autoflash, Fill-flash, and Slow Sync.
Explains how to choose image resolution for stills and recording settings for movies.
Overview of camera menu categories (Camera, Image Size, Brightness/Color, Playback, Setup) and their options.
Details options for selecting image resolution, aspect ratio, and compression format.
Covers adjustments for exposure compensation, ISO, white balance, metering, and color settings.
Options for deleting images, slideshows, print settings, and image protection.
Configuration options for shooting settings, display, system, and memory card management.
A table indicating which functions are available for each shooting mode.
A table showing which flash modes are available depending on the shooting mode.
Information on using PlayMemories Home and Image Data Converter for managing and editing photos.
Step-by-step guide for installing PlayMemories Home software on a computer.
Instructions on how to access and use the help guide for PlayMemories Home software.
Guide on installing the Image Data Converter software for image processing.
Details on memory card capacity for still images and movie recording times.
Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the camera's LCD screen.
Information on accessing the online 'α Handbook' for in-depth camera instructions.
Provides solutions for common camera problems like power issues, shutter not releasing, and image quality.
Covers safety guidelines for using the camera in various environments and proper care instructions.
Technical details including image sensor, exposure control, shutter, recording media, and LCD screen.
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