Sony A6000 User manual

4-579-410-11(1)
ILCE-6300
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
E-mount
“Help Guide” (Web manual)
Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth
instructions on the many functions of
the camera.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1540/h_zz/

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This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide.
In-Camera Guide
The In-Camera Guide displays explanations for the currently selected menu
function or setting.
1Assign In-Camera Guide to the desired button using [Custom
Key(Shoot.)].
MENU button t(Custom Settings) t[Custom Key(Shoot.)] t
Select the desired button assigned to the function. t[In-Camera Guide]
2Press the MENU button and use the control wheel to select a MENU item
whose explanation you want to read, and then press the button to which
[In-Camera Guide] is assigned.
English
Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”)
“Help Guide” is an on-line manual. You can read the “Help
Guide” on your computer or smartphone.
Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of
the camera.
URL:
http://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/1540/h_zz/
Viewing the Guide

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Owner’s Record
Record the model and serial number
(which are located on the product) in the
space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ILCE-
Serial No. _____________________
To reduce fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the unit to rain
or moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
-SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY
FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
If the shape of the plug does not fit the
power outlet, use an attachment plug
adaptor of the proper configuration for the
power outlet.
[Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the
battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even
chemical burns. Observe the following
cautions.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not crush and do not expose the
battery pack to any shock or force such as
hammering, dropping or stepping on it.
• Do not short circuit and do not allow
metal objects to come into contact with
the battery terminals.
• Do not expose to high temperature
above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct
sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking
lithium ion batteries.
• Be sure to charge the battery pack using
a genuine Sony battery charger or a
device that can charge the battery pack.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of
small children.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by Sony.
• Dispose of used battery packs promptly
as described in the instructions.
Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket)
when using the supplied or recommended
AC Adaptor/battery charger. If any
malfunction occurs while using this
product, 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,
note that the product is not disconnected
from the power source even when the
lamp turns off.
The power cord (mains lead), if supplied,
is designed specifically for use with this
equipment only, and should not be used
with other electrical equipment.
WARNING
CAUTION

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[Power Cord
For the customers in the UK, Ireland,
Malta, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia
Use the power cord (A). For safety
reasons, the power cord (B) is not intended
for above countries/regions and shall
therefore not be used there.
For the customers in other EU countries/
regions
Use the power cord (B).
[RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries
are recyclable.
You can help preserve
our environment by
returning your used
rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling location
nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling
of rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://
www.call2recycle.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
[For supplied accessories
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B
This equipment complies with FCC/IC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment has very low levels of RF
energy that are deemed to comply without
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
[Regulatory Information
This equipment must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
For Customers in the
U.S.A. and Canada
(A) (
B
)
For Customers in the
U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: WW906746
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics
Inc.
Address: 16535 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127
U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
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[CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
[Note:
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used
with the equipment in order to comply
with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
This device complies with Industry
Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause
interference; and
(2) This device must accept any
interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the
device.
[Notice for the customers in
the countries applying EU
Directives
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan
For EU product compliance: Sony
Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe
Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935
Zaventem, Belgium
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that
this equipment is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For
details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
[Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism
causes data transfer to discontinue
midway (fail), restart the application or
disconnect and connect the
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
This product has been tested and found
compliant with the limits set out in the
EMC regulation for using connection
cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
For Customers in Canada
For Customers in Europe

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The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this unit.
[Disposal of waste batteries
and electrical and electronic
equipment (applicable in the
European Union and other
European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the
product, the battery or
on the packaging
indicates that the
product and the battery
shall not be treated as
household waste. On
certain batteries this symbol might be used
in combination with a chemical symbol.
The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg)
or lead (Pb) are added if the battery
contains more than 0.0005% mercury or
0.004% lead. By ensuring these products
and batteries are disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and
human health which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling.
The recycling of the materials will help to
conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety,
performance or data integrity reasons
require a permanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staff only. To
ensure that the battery and the electrical
and electronic equipment will be treated
properly, hand over these products at end-
of-life to the applicable collection point
for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. For all other
batteries, please view the section on how
to remove the battery from the product
safely. Hand the battery over to the
applicable collection point for the
recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about
recycling of this product or battery, please
contact your local Civic Office, your
household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product or
battery.
[Battery Pack
Self Declaration –Conforming to
IS 16046:2012, R-41022659
For Customers in
Singapore
For Customers in U.A.E.
For Customers in
Malaysia
For Customers in India

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Table of contents
– Checking the supplied items
– Identifying parts
– Inserting the battery pack
– Charging the battery pack
– Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
– Attaching/removing the lens
– Setting the language and the clock
– Shooting still images/movies
– Viewing images
– Introduction of other functions
– Using software
– Importing images to your computer and using them (PlayMemories
Home)
– Adding functions to the camera
– Number of still images and recordable time of movies
– Notes on continuous movie recording
– Notes on using the camera
– Specifications
Preparing the camera Step 1 P. 8
Basic operation Step 2 P. 23
Playback function Step 3 P. 24
Recording function Step 4 P. 25
Using a computer P. 35
Adding functions to the camera P. 37
Others P. 37
This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.
The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies
depending on the countries/regions.
Model name Lens
ILCE-6300 Not supplied
ILCE-6300L E PZ 16 – 50 mm

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First check the model name of your camera (page 7). The accessories supplied
differ depending on the model.
The number in parentheses indicates the quantity.
x Supplied with all models
• Camera (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)*
(supplied in some countries/
regions)
* Multiple power cords may be
supplied with your camera. Use the
appropriate one that matches your
country/region. See page 4.
• Rechargeable battery pack
NP-FW50 (1)
• Micro USB cable (1)
•ACAdaptor(1)
• Shoulder strap (1)
• Eyepiece cup (1)
• Shoe cap (1) (attached to the
camera)
• Instruction Manual (this manual)
(1)
• Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch
(NFC) Guide (1)
This guide explains the functions
that require a Wi-Fi connection.
x ILCE-6300
• Body cap (1) (attached to the
camera)
x ILCE-6300L
• E PZ 16 – 50 mm zoom lens (1)
(attached to the camera)/Front lens
cap (1) (attached to the lens)
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When the lens is removed
AShutter button
BC1 (Custom 1) button
CRemote sensor
DWi-Fi antenna (built-in)
EON/OFF (Power) switch
FSelf-timer lamp/AF illuminator
GLens release button
HMicrophone*1
ILens
JMount
KImage sensor*2
LLens contacts*2
*1 Do not cover this part during movie
recording.
*2 Do not touch this part directly.
AMulti interface shoe*
BImage sensor position mark
CHook for shoulder strap
DSpeaker
EFlash
• Press the (Flash pop-up)
button to use the flash. The flash
does not pop up automatically.
• When not using the flash, press it
back into the camera body.
FMode dial
(Auto Mode)/
(Program Auto)/
(Aperture Priority)/
(Shutter Priority)/
(Manual Exposure)/
1/2 (Memory recall)/
(Movie/HFR)/
(Sweep Panorama)/
(Scene Selection)
Identifying parts

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GControl dial
HMulti/Micro USB Terminal*
• Supports Micro USB compatible
device.
ICharge lamp
JHDMI micro jack
Km(Microphone) jack
• When an external microphone is
connected, the microphone is
turned on automatically. If the
external microphone is a plug-in-
power type, the power of the
microphone is supplied by the
camera.
* For details on compatible accessories
for the multi interface shoe and the
Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the
Sony web site, or consult your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility. You can also use
accessories that are compatible with
the accessory shoe. Operations with
other manufacturers’ accessories are
not guaranteed.
LEye sensor
MViewfinder
NEyepiece cup
• Not attached to the camera at the
factory. It is recommended that
you attach the eyepiece cup when
you intend to use the viewfinder.
Attaching/removing the
eyepiece cup
• Remove the eyepiece cup when
you attach an accessory (sold
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OMonitor
• You can adjust the screen to an
easily viewable angle and shoot
from any position.
PDiopter-adjustment dial
• Adjust the diopter-adjustment
dial to your eyesight until the
display appears clearly in the
viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn
the diopter-adjustment dial,
remove the eyepiece cup and then
adjust the dial.
Q(Flash pop-up) button
RMENU button
SAF/MF/AEL switch lever
TFor shooting: AF/MF button/
AEL button
For viewing: (Enlarge) button
UMOVIE (Movie) button
VFor shooting:
Fn (Function) button
For viewing:
(Send to Smartphone) button
• You can display the screen for
[Send to Smartphone] by
pressing the (Send to
Smartphone) button.
WControl wheel
XCenter button
YC2 (Custom 2) button/
(Delete) button
Z(Playback) button
A(N Mark)
• Touch the mark when you
connect the camera to a
smartphone equipped with the
NFC function.
• NFC (Near Field
Communication) is an
international standard of the
short-range wireless
communication technology.
BConnection plate cover
• Use this when using an AC-
PW20 AC Adaptor (sold
separately). Insert the connection
plate into the battery
compartment, and then pass the
cord through the connection plate
cover as shown below.
• Make sure that the cord is not
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CTripod socket hole
• 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.
DAccess lamp
EBattery/memory card cover
FMemory card slot
GBattery insertion slot
HBattery lock lever
x Lens
See page 45 on the specifications of
the lenses.
E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6
OSS (supplied with
ILCE-6300L)
AZooming ring/Focusing ring
BZooming lever
CMounting index
DLens contacts*
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Inserting the battery pack
1Open the cover.
2Insert the battery pack.
• While pressing the battery lock lever, insert the battery pack as
illustrated. Make sure that the battery lock lever locks after insertion.
• Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the
camera.
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• If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the
wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped
because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature
gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend
charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C
(50ºF to 86ºF).
Charging the battery pack
1Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied),
using the micro USB cable (supplied).
2Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.
• Turn off the camera while charging the battery.
• You can charge the battery pack even when it is partially charged.
• When the charge lamp flashes and charging is not finished, remove and
re-insert the battery pack.
• For some countries/regions, connect the power cord (mains lead) to the
AC Adaptor, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall
socket).
Notes
Charge lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing:
Charging error or charging paused
temporarily because the camera is not
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• The battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the
battery is dirty. In this case, wipe any dust off lightly using a soft cloth or a cotton
swab to clean the terminal section of the battery.
• Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If
malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.
• When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied)
and AC Adaptor (supplied).
x Charging time (Full charge)
The charging time is approximately 150 minutes using the AC Adaptor
(supplied). The charge lamp lights up and then immediately turns off when the
battery pack is fully charged.
• 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.
x Charging by connecting to a computer
The battery pack can be charged by
connecting the camera to a computer using a
micro USB cable.
• If the camera is connected to a laptop computer
that is not connected to a power source, the
laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge
for an extended period of time.
• Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from
sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer
and the camera. That may cause the camera to malfunction. Before turning on/off,
or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect
the camera and the computer.
• No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified
computer.
Notes
Notes
To a USB jack

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x Battery life and number of images that can be
recorded and played back
• The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The
number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
• The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following
conditions:
– Using a Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark2) media (sold separately).
– When an E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS lens is attached.
– The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
– [Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual] [±0]
– [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual] [±0]
– [Display Quality]: [Standard]
• The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for
shooting under the following conditions:
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
– DISP is set to [Display All Info.].
– [Focus Mode]: [Automatic AF]
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The flash is used once every two times.
– The power is turned on and off once every ten times.
• The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard, and is
for shooting under the following conditions:
– [ Record Setting]: XAVC S HD 60p 50M /50p 50M .
– Typical movie shooting: Battery life based on repeatedly starting/stopping
shooting, zooming, turning on/off, etc.
– Continuous movie shooting: Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the
limit (29 minutes) has been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE
button again. Other functions, such as zooming, are not operated.
Battery life Number of images
Shooting (still
images)
Monitor — Approx. 400 images
Viewfinder — Approx. 350 images
Typical movie
shooting
Monitor Approx. 75 min. —
Viewfinder Approx. 70 min. —
Continuous
movie shooting
Monitor Approx. 115 min. —
Viewfinder Approx. 115 min. —
Viewing (still images) Approx. 360 min. Approx. 7100 images
Notes

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x Supplying power
You can use the camera while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall
socket) by using the AC Adaptor (supplied).
• The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently
charged battery pack into the camera.
• If you use the camera while power is being supplied from a wall outlet (wall
socket), make sure that the icon ( ) displays on the monitor.
• Do not remove the battery pack while power is being supplied from a wall outlet
(wall socket). If you remove the battery pack, the camera will turn off.
• Do not remove the battery pack while the access lamp (page 12) is lit. The data on
the memory card may be damaged.
• As long as the power is on, the battery pack will not be charged even if the camera
is connected to the AC Adaptor.
• Under certain usage conditions, the battery power may be consumed as a backup
even when the camera is connected to the AC Adaptor while being used.
• Do not remove the micro USB cable while power is being supplied via USB
connection. Before you remove the micro USB cable, turn off the camera.
• While power is being supplied via USB connection, the temperature inside the
camera will rise and the continuous recording time may be shortened.
• When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that the mobile charger is
fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile
charger during use.
Notes

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x Memory cards that can be used
*1 Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more.
*2 SD Speed Class 4: or faster, or UHS Speed Class 1: or faster
*3 Memory cards that fulfill all of the following conditions:
– Capacity of 4 GB or more
– SD Speed Class 10: , or UHS Speed Class 1: or faster
When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class 3: is required.
Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
1Open the cover.
2Insert the memory card.
• With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card
until it clicks into place.
3Close the cover.
Memory card For still
images
For movies
MP4 AVCHD XAVC S
Memory Stick PRO Duo
(Mark2 only) (Mark2 only) —
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ *1
Memory Stick Micro™ (M2)
(Mark2 only) (Mark2 only) —
SD memory card *2 *2 —
SDHC memory card *2 *2 *3
SDXC memory card *2 *2 *3
microSD memory card *2 *2 —
microSDHC memory card *2 *2 *3
microSDXC memory card *2 *2 *3
Ensure the notched
corner faces
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• For details on the number of recordable still images and recordable duration of
movies, refer to pages 37 to 38. Check the tables to select a memory card with the
desired capacity.
• When an SDHC memory card is used to record XAVC S movies over extended
periods of time, the recorded movies will be divided into files of 4 GB. The
divided files can be integrated into a single file using PlayMemories Home.
• Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly. For memory cards
produced by manufacturers other than Sony, consult the manufacturers of the
products.
• When using Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory cards with this
camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.
x To remove the memory card/battery pack
Memory card: Push the memory card in once to eject the memory card.
Battery pack: Slide the battery lock lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
• Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp (page 12) is lit.
This may cause damage to data in the memory card.
Notes
Notes

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Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or
remove the lens.
• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.
• Do not use excessive force when attaching a lens.
• The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold
separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount
Adaptor.
• When using a lens equipped with a tripod socket, attach the socket on the lens side
to the tripod to maintain balance.
Attaching/removing the lens
1If the cap or the packaging lid is attached, remove it
from the camera or the lens.
• Change the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations to keep
dust or debris from getting inside the camera.
2Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks on the
lens and the camera.
• Hold the camera facing down to prevent dust from entering into the
camera.
3While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn
the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
• Be sure to put the lens on straight.
Notes