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Sony ILCA-99M2 User Manual

Sony ILCA-99M2
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Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera ILCA-99M2 α99II
Names of parts/Icons and indicators
Names of parts
Front side [1]
Rear side [2]
Top side [3]
Sides [4]
Bottom [5]
Basic operations
Using the multi-selector [6]
Using the front multi-controller [7]
Using MENU items [8]
Using the Fn (Function) button [9]
How to use the Quick Navi screen [10]
How to use the keyboard [11]
Icons and indicators
List of icons on the monitor [12]
Indicators on the display panel [13]
Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) [14]
DISP Button (Monitor/Finder) [15]
Preparing the camera
Checking the camera and the supplied items [16]
Charging the battery pack
Charging the battery pack using a charger [17]

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Sony ILCA-99M2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelILCA-99M2
CategoryDigital Camera
Camera TypeSLR
Sensor TypeCMOS
Sensor Resolution42.4 MP
Effective Pixels42.4 MP
Image ProcessorBIONZ X
Shutter Speed1/8000 to 30 sec
Continuous Shooting12 fps
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Screen Size3.0-inch
Screen TypeTilting LCD
Video RecordingYes
Maximum video quality4K (3840 x 2160) at 30p/24p
ISO Range100-25600
Image stabilization5-axis
Autofocus Points399
ViewfinderXGA OLED
Video Resolution4K
Sensor SizeFull-frame

Summary

Names of parts/Icons and indicators

Names of parts

Details of the camera's external components and their functions.

Basic operations

Guides on fundamental camera operations and controls.

Icons and indicators

Explanation of symbols and indicators displayed on the monitor.

Preparing the camera

Checking the camera and the supplied items [16]

Confirms camera setup and verifies all included accessories are present.

Charging the battery pack

Instructions for charging the camera's battery pack.

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Guidance on inserting and removing memory cards.

Attaching a lens

Steps for mounting and dismounting lenses on the camera.

Setting language, date and time [28]

Procedure for configuring camera language, date, and time settings.

Shooting

Shooting still images [30]

Basic steps and modes for capturing still photographs.

Focusing

Methods and settings for achieving sharp focus.

Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)

Options for single, continuous, or self-timer shooting.

Selecting still image size/image quality

Settings for image resolution and compression quality.

Selecting a shooting mode

Overview of available shooting modes like Auto, P, A, S, M.

Adjusting the exposure modes/metering modes

Configuration of exposure compensation and metering methods.

Correcting brightness and contrast

Adjustments for D-Range Optimizer and Auto HDR.

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

Manual and automatic ISO settings.

Using the zoom

Details on Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom, and Digital Zoom.

White balance

Settings for adjusting color temperature and white balance.

Selecting an effect mode

Applying creative styles and picture effects for artistic images.

Shutter settings

Configuration of shutter behavior and timing.

Reducing blur

Settings for SteadyShot image stabilization.

Lens compensation

Adjustments for lens shading, chromatic aberration, and distortion.

Noise reduction

Settings for Long Exposure NR and High ISO NR.

Face detection

Enabling and registering faces for automatic focus and exposure adjustments.

Using the flash

Guidance on flash modes, compensation, and synchronization.

Recording movies

Shooting movies [138]

Steps to start and stop movie recording.

Movie recording formats [139]

Explanation of available movie formats like XAVC S and AVCHD.

File Format (movie) [140]

Selection of the file format for movie recording.

Record Setting (movie) [141]

Setting image size, frame rate, and quality for movies.

S&Q Settings [142]

Configuration for slow-motion/quick-motion recording.

Dual Video REC [143]

Simultaneous recording of multiple movie formats.

Audio Recording [144]

Setting to enable or disable audio recording.

Audio Level Display [145]

Option to display audio level meters on screen.

Audio Rec Level [146]

Adjusting the audio recording input level.

Audio Out Timing [147]

Settings for audio delay and lip sync.

Wind Noise Reduct. [148]

Enabling/disabling wind noise reduction for built-in microphone.

Picture Profile [149]

Customizing color, gradation, and detail settings.

Gamma Disp. Assist [150]

Assists monitoring of S-Log gamma movies with normal gamma contrast.

Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [151]

Automatic adjustment of shutter speed for dark subjects.

AF Track Sens (movie) [152]

Setting AF sensitivity for moving subjects in movies.

TC/UB Settings [153]

Recording time code and user bit information with movies.

TC/UB Disp. Switch [154]

Displaying time code and user bit info via a custom key.

MOVIE Button [155]

Setting the activation of the MOVIE button.

Marker Display (movie) [156]

Controlling the display of markers during movie shooting.

Marker Settings (movie) [157]

Configuring center, aspect, safety zone, and guideframe markers.

4K Output Sel. (movie) [158]

Setting HDMI output format for 4K movies.

Video Light Mode [159]

Adjusting illumination settings for the LED light.

Viewing

Viewing images

Playback and manipulation of still images and movies.

Protecting data

Methods for protecting recorded images from accidental erasure.

Designating images for printing (DPOF)

Specifying still images for printing using DPOF format.

Deleting images

Procedures for deleting single or multiple images.

Customizing the camera

Registering frequently used functions

Saving and recalling custom shooting settings.

Assigning selected functions to the button

Customizing buttons for quick access to functions.

Customizing the functions of the dial

Changing the operations assigned to the camera dials.

Checking images before/after recording

Reviewing images on the screen after shooting.

Monitor/viewfinder settings

Adjusting display settings for monitor and viewfinder.

Memory card settings

Format [198]

Initializing the memory card to ensure stable performance.

File Number [199]

Setting how file numbers are assigned to images.

Set File Name [200]

Specifying the first three characters for image file names.

Recording Mode [202]

Selecting image recording methods, including dual card usage.

Select REC Folder [203]

Choosing the folder on the memory card for image recording.

New Folder [204]

Creating new folders for organizing images.

Upload Settings (Eye-Fi) [207]

Enabling or disabling image upload via Eye-Fi card.

Camera settings

Audio signals [208]

Setting whether the camera produces operational sounds.

Pwr Save Start Time [209]

Configuring the time interval for entering power save mode.

Remote Ctrl [210]

Enabling or disabling remote commander operation.

NTSC/PAL Selector [211]

Selecting video output system for TV playback.

HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution [212]

Selecting output resolution for HDMI connected TVs.

USB Connection [218]

Selecting the USB connection method (Mass Storage, MTP, PC Remote).

Language [222]

Setting the camera's menu and message language.

Date/Time Setup [223]

Configuring the camera's date and time settings.

Setting Reset [229]

Resetting camera settings to their default values.

Using wireless functions

Connecting this product and a Smartphone

Establishing wireless connection between camera and smartphone.

Transferring images to a Smartphone

Methods for sending images to a smartphone.

Transferring images to a computer

Steps for transferring images to a computer wirelessly.

Changing the wireless connection settings

Managing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth settings.

Using a computer

Recommended computer environment [248]

System requirements for using the camera software.

Importing images for use on a computer

Guide to importing images using PlayMemories Home.

Developing RAW images (Image Data Converter)

Using software to process RAW image files.

Controlling the camera from a computer (Remote Camera Control)

Operating the camera remotely from a computer.

Creating a movie disc

Steps to create Blu-ray or DVD discs from movies.

List of MENU items

Camera Settings1

Comprehensive list of settings within Camera Settings 1.

Camera Settings2

Comprehensive list of settings within Camera Settings 2.

Precautions/This product

Precautions [433]

General safety guidelines and warnings for product usage.

On cleaning [434]

Instructions for safely cleaning camera components.

Cleaning the image sensor [435]

Detailed steps for cleaning the camera's image sensor.

Number of recordable images [436]

Estimates of image capacity based on memory card size and quality.

Recordable movie times [437]

Estimated recording durations for movies based on various settings.

Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad [438]

Guidelines for using power adapters internationally.

AVCHD format [439]

Information about the AVCHD video format.

License [440]

Details regarding software licenses and terms of use.

Trademarks [441]

List of registered trademarks and brands mentioned.

Troubleshooting

Warning messages

Common error messages and their solutions.

Recommended pages

How to transfer images to smartphone

Guides for transferring images to a smartphone.

How to tag the location information on the images

Recording location data for images via smartphone.

ILCA-99M2 Lens compatibility information

Information on compatible lenses for the ILCA-99M2 camera.

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