Sony Alpha ILCE-7 User manual

4-478-729-11(2)
ILCE-7/ILCE-7R
Interchangeable Lens
Digital Camera
Instruction Manual
E-mount

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Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located
on the bottom. Record the serial number in
the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. WW328261 (ILCE-7R)/
WW328262 (ILCE-7)
Serial No.
Model No. AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D
Serial No.
ILCE-7R Model No. WW328261
ILCE-7 Model No. WW328262
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.
AC Adaptor
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket)
when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect
the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket) immediately if any malfunction
occurs while using the apparatus.
The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is
designed specifically for use with this
camera only, and should not be used with
other electrical equipment.
WARNING
CAUTION

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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.
Battery pack and lens (if lens
supplied)
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 in Supplement C to OET65 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 radio (SAR).
UL is an internationally recognized safety
organization.
The UL Mark on the product means it has
been UL Listed.
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
For Customers in the U.S.A.
and Canada
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: WW328261
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics
Inc.
Address: 16530 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
undesired operation.

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This equipment must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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
licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: WW328262
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics
Inc.
Address: 16530 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
undesired operation.
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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
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that
this WW328261/WW328262
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera 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).
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this unit.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the
product or on its packaging
indicates that this product
shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it
shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point
for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources. For
more detailed information about recycling
of this product, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery
or on the packaging
indicates that the battery
provided with this product
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.
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By ensuring these 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 of
the battery. 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 will be treated
properly, hand over the product 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.
Note
Some certification marks for standards
supported by the camera can be confirmed
on the screen of the camera.
Select MENU t(Setup) 6 t
[Certification Logo].
If display is not possible due to problems
such as camera failure, contact your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
For Customers in Singapore
For customers who
purchased their camera
from a store in Japan that
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Table of contents
Introduction of functions ................................................. 10
Before use
Notes on using your camera ............................................ 12
Checking the supplied items ............................................ 15
Identifying parts .............................................................. 16
Front side .................................................................... 16
Rear side ..................................................................... 17
Top side/Side view ..................................................... 19
Bottom view ............................................................... 21
Lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (Supplied
with ILCE-7K) .................................................. 22
List of icons on the screen ............................................... 23
Functions list
Functions that can be operated using the buttons/dials .... 27
How to use the Quick Navi screen .................................. 28
Operating the camera ....................................................... 30
How to use the control wheel ..................................... 30
How to use the front dial/rear dial .............................. 31
Selecting a function using the Fn (Function) button ....... 32
Functions that can be registered using the Fn
(Function) button ............................................... 33
Functions that can be selected using the MENU
button ........................................................................... 34
Using the In-Camera Guide ............................................. 45

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Preparing the camera
Charging the battery pack ................................................ 46
Charging time (Full charge) ....................................... 49
Charging by connecting to a computer ...................... 49
Checking the remaining battery charge ...................... 50
To remove the battery pack ........................................ 50
Inserting a memory card (sold separately) ...................... 51
Memory cards that can be used .................................. 52
Attaching a lens ............................................................... 53
Setting the date and time ................................................. 56
Setting the date/time and area again ........................... 57
Shooting a clear movie without camera shake ................ 58
Camera shake warning indicator ................................ 58
Using the SteadyShot function ................................... 58
Holding the camera properly ...................................... 59
Removing the Eyepiece cup ............................................ 60
Shooting and viewing images
Shooting still images ....................................................... 61
Recording movies ............................................................ 63
Playing back images ........................................................ 64
Switching between still images and movies ............... 65
Deleting images ............................................................... 66
Selecting a shooting mode
Selecting a shooting mode ............................................... 67
Functions available for each shooting mode ................... 68
Various functions
Using the various functions ............................................. 69
Audio settings for movie recording ............................ 69
Creative Style ............................................................. 70
DRO/Auto HDR ......................................................... 71
Playback functions ..................................................... 72

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Using Wi-Fi functions
Using the Wi-Fi and NFC one-touch functions ............... 73
Using applications
Adding applications to the camera (Application
downloading) .............................................................. 75
Downloading applications .......................................... 75
Launching the application .......................................... 76
Viewing images on a computer
Using the software ........................................................... 77
Recommended computer environment (Windows) ... 77
Recommended computer environment (Mac) ............ 77
Using “Image Data Converter” .................................. 78
Installing “Image Data Converter” ............................. 79
Using “PlayMemories Home” .................................... 79
Installing “PlayMemories Home” .............................. 80
Using “Remote Camera Control” ............................... 80
Installing “Remote Camera Control” ......................... 81
Others
Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”) ........... 82
Checking the number of images and recordable time of
movies ........................................................................ 83
Specifications .................................................................. 88
Index ............................................................. 94
For details on Wi-Fi functions, see the flyer “Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch
(NFC) Guide.”
This manual covers several models.
The available model varies depending on the countries/regions.
Model name Lens
ILCE-7 Not supplied
ILCE-7K Supplied
ILCE-7R Not supplied

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Introduction of functions
This section introduces some frequently used shooting functions and other
unique functions.
See the pages in parentheses for details.
Exposure Comp. (27)
You can adjust the exposure to change the brightness of the entire image.
Even when the shooting mode is set to M, you can adjust the exposure if the
ISO sensitivity is set to [ISO AUTO].
ISO/Multi Frame NR
You can adjust the luminous sensitivity.
The ISO sensitivity can be adjusted between ISO 50 and ISO 25600.
When you select (Multi Frame NR), you can select larger ISO numbers
than the maximum ISO sensitivity.
White Balance (36)
You can adjust the color tones.
You can select an option to suit a light source, or perform fine adjustments
using color temperature and color filters.
Drive Mode (35)
You can select an appropriate drive mode to suit your purposes, such as
single shooting, continuous shooting, or bracket shooting.
DRO/Auto HDR (71)
[D-Range Opt.]: By dividing the image into small areas, the camera
analyses the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the
background, and produces an image with the optimal brightness and
gradation.
[Auto HDR]: Shoots 3 images with different exposures, and then overlays
these images to create an image with rich gradation.
Shooting functions used frequently
Features of this camera

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Creative Style (70)
You can select the desired style from among 13 styles.
You can also adjust certain image factors, such as exposure, using the
selected style as the base.
Movie recording with manual adjustments (67)
You can adjust the exposure in P, A, S, or M mode even when shooting
movies.
Display information (38)
When you look into the viewfinder, viewfinder mode is activated, and
when you move your face away from the viewfinder, the viewing mode
reverts to LCD screen mode (default settings). You can change the screen
display mode by pressing DISP on the control wheel.
Quick Navi (28)
In [For viewfinder] screen, you can quickly switch from the LCD screen to
the Quick Navi screen by pressing the Fn button. You can set the items with
an intuitive operation.
Customization (40)
The camera are equipped with the Custom buttons, where you can assign
desired function on each button.You can also assign functions to other
buttons, such as the AEL button.
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Before use
Notes on using your camera
Shooting procedure
This camera has 2 modes for monitoring
subjects: the LCD screen mode using the
LCD screen, and the viewfinder mode
using the viewfinder.
Functions built into this camera
• This manual describes 1080 60i-
compatible devices and 1080 50i-
compatible devices.
To check whether your camera is a 1080
60i-compatible device or 1080 50i-
compatible device, check for the
following marks on the bottom of the
camera.
1080 60i-compatible device: 60i
1080 50i-compatible device: 50i
• This camera is compatible with 1080 60p
or 50p-format movies. Unlike standard
recording modes up to now, which record
in an interlacing method, this camera
records using a progressive method. This
increases the resolution, and provides a
smoother, more realistic image.
Creating an image database file
If you insert a memory card that does not
contain an image database file into the
camera and turn on the power, the camera
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 camera until the process
is completed. If a database file error occurs,
export all images to your computer using
“PlayMemories Home,” and then format
the memory card using the camera.
Shooting with an E-mount lens
compatible APS-C size
This camera is equipped with a 35 mm,
full-frame CMOS sensor. However, the
image size is automatically set to that of the
APS-C size setting and the image size is
smaller when an E-mount lens compatible
APS-C size is used (default settings).
No compensation for damaged
content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate for failure to
record or loss or damage of recorded
content due to a malfunction of the camera
or recording media, etc.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the data loss, always copy (back
up) data to other media.
Notes on the LCD screen, electronic
viewfinder, lens, and image sensor
• The LCD screen and electronic
viewfinder are manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology so
over 99.99% of the pixels are operational
for effective use. However, there may be
some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue or green in color)
that constantly appear on the LCD screen
and electronic viewfinder. These points
are normal in the manufacturing process
and do not affect the images in any way.
• Do not hold the camera by the LCD
screen.
• When using the power zoom lens, be
careful not to draw your fingers or any
other objects caught in the lens.
• Do not expose the camera to sunlight or
shoot sunward for a long time. The
internal mechanism may be damaged. If
sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it
may cause a fire.
Screen language
You can select the language displayed
on the screen using the menu (page 43).

Notes on using your camera
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• Images may trail across on the screen in a
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
When turning on the camera in a cold
location, the screen may become
temporarily dark. When the camera
warms up, the screen will function
normally.
• The recorded image may be different
from the image you monitored before
recording.
Notes on recording for long periods
of time
• Depending on the camera and battery
temperature, you may be 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
enough, the power may turn off again or
you may be unable to record movies.
• 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.
• The surface of the camera may get warm.
This is not a malfunction.
Notes on importing AVCHD movies to
a computer
When importing AVCHD movies to a
computer, download and use the software
“PlayMemories Home” from the following
website:
http://www.sony.net/pm/
Notes when playing movies on other
devices
• This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
High Profile for AVCHD format
recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD
format with this camera cannot be played
with the following devices.
– Other devices compatible with
AVCHD format that do not support
High Profile
– Devices incompatible with the
AVCHD format
This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/
H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format
recording. For this reason, movies
recorded in MP4 format with this camera
cannot be played on devices other than
those that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
• Discs recorded with HD (high definition)
image quality can be played back only on
AVCHD format-compatible devices.
DVD-based players or recorders cannot
play back HD image quality discs, as
they are incompatible with the AVCHD
format. Also, DVD-based players or
recorders may fail to eject HD image
quality discs.
• Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p
format can be played back only on 1080
60p/1080 50p-supported devices.
Warning on copyright
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.
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of
pictures in this manual are reproduced
images, and are not actual images shot
using this camera.

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On the data specifications described
in this manual
The data on performance and specifications
are defined under the following conditions,
except as described in this manual: at an
ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC
(77°F), and using a battery pack that has
been fully charged until the charge lamp
has turned off.
Notes on shooting with the
viewfinder
This camera is equipped with an Organic
Electro-Luminescence viewfinder with
high resolution and high contrast. This
viewfinder achieves a wide viewing angle
and a long eye relief. This camera is
designed to provide an easily viewable
viewfinder by appropriately balancing
various elements.
• The image may be slightly distorted near
the corners of the viewfinder. This is not
a malfunction. When you want to check
every detail of the entire composition,
you can also use the LCD screen.
How to turn off wireless network
functions (Wi-Fi and NFC, etc.)
temporarily
When you board an airplane, etc., you can
turn off all wireless network functions
temporarily.
Select MENU t[Wireless] t
[Airplane Mode] t[On].
If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an
(airplane) mark will be displayed on the
screen.
Notes on wireless LAN
If your camera is lost or stolen, Sony bears
no responsibility for the loss or damage
caused by illegal access or use of the
registered access point on the camera.

Before use
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Before use
Checking the supplied items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D
(1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not
supplied in the U.S.A. and
Canada)
* Multiple power cords may be supplied
with your camera. Use the appropriate
one that matches your country/region.
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-
FW50 (1)
• Micro USB cable (1)
• Shoulder strap (1)
For how to attach the shoulder strap to
the camera, refer to page 20.
• Body cap (1) (Attached on the
camera)
• Shoe cap (1) (Attached on the
camera)
• Eyepiece Cup (1) (Attached on
the camera)
• Instruction Manual (1) (this
manual)
ILCE-7K:
• Zoom lens FE 28-70 mm F3.5-
5.6 OSS (1)/Front lens cap (1)/
Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1)

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Identifying parts
See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts.
When the lens is removed
AAF illuminator (36)/Self-timer
lamp
BFront dial
CRemote sensor
DLens release button
EBuilt-in microphone*1
FMount index
GImage sensor*2
HMount
IContacts*2
*1 Do not cover this part during movie
recording.
Doing so may cause noise or lower
the volume.
*2 Do not directly touch these parts.
Front side

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AEyepiece cup (60)
BViewfinder
CMENU button (34)
DEyepiece sensors
ELCD screen
• You can adjust the LCD screen
to an easily viewable angle and
shoot from any position.
FDiopter-adjustment dial
• Adjust the diopter-adjustment
dial to your eyesight until the
display appears clearly in the
viewfinder.
GFor shooting: C2 (Custom2)
button (27)
For viewing: (Enlarge)
button
HAF/MF/AEL switch lever
IRear dial
Rear side

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JFor shooting: AF/MF (Auto
focus/manual focus) button/
AEL button (27)
For viewing: (Image
index) button (72)
KMOVIE button (63)
LFor shooting: Fn button (32)
For viewing: (Send to
Smartphone) button
MControl wheel
NFor shooting: C3 (Custom3)
button
For viewing: (Delete) button
(66)
OAccess lamp
P(Playback) button

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ASpeaker
BImage sensor position
mark
Cm(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.
Di(Headphones) jack
ECharge lamp
FMulti terminal
• Supports Micro USB
compatible device.
GHDMI micro jack
HMulti interface shoe*
• Some of the accessories may
not be inserted fully and
protrude backward from the
Multi interface shoe. However,
when the accessory reaches the
front end of the shoe, the
connection is completed.
IMode dial (67)
JPower switch/Shutter button
KC1 (Custom 1) button
Top side/Side view

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LExposure compensation dial
MHooks for shoulder strap
• Attach both ends of the strap
onto the camera.
N(N mark)
• This mark indicates the touch
point for connecting the camera
and an NFC-enabled
Smartphone.
For details on the location of the
N mark on your Smartphone,
refer to the operating
instructions of the Smartphone.
• NFC (Near Field
Communication) is an
international standard of short-
range wireless communication
technology.
OMemory card cover
PMemory card slot
* For details on compatible accessories
of the Multi interface shoe, visit the
Sony web site in your area, or consult
your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility.
Accessories for the Accessory Shoe
can also be used.
Operations with other manufactures'
accessories are not guaranteed.