Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 User manual

4-595-949-11(1)
DSC-HX350
Digital Still Camera
Instruction Manual
“Help Guide” (Web manual)
Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth
instructions on the many functions of
the camera.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/dsc/1640/h_zz/

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This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide.
In-Camera Guide
The camera displays explanations for MENU/Fn (Function) items and the
setting values.
1Press the MENU button or the Fn (Function) button.
2Select the desired item, then press the (In-Camera Guide) button.
Shooting Tip
The camera displays shooting tips for the shooting mode selected.
1Press the (In-Camera Guide) button in shooting mode.
2Select the desired shooting tip, then press zon the control button.
The shooting tip is displayed.
• You can scroll the screen using v/Vand change shooting tips using b/B.
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/dsc/1640/h_zz/
Viewing the Guide
(In-Camera Guide)
MENU
Fn (Function)

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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. DSC-
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.
WARNING
CAUTION

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[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.
[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
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.: DSC-HX350
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
undesired operation.

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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.
[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
For Customers in Europe

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[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
For Customers in India

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The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1 (1)
• Micro USB Cable (1)
• AC Adaptor (1)
• Power Cord (mains lead) (supplied in some countries/regions) (1)
• Shoulder Strap (1)
• Lens Cap (1)
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
About language setting
Change the screen language before using the camera if necessary (page 24).
Checking the supplied items

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AFn (Function) button
BCUSTOM (Custom) button
• You can assign a desired function
to the CUSTOM button.
CShutter button
DFor shooting: W/T (zoom) lever
For viewing: (Index) lever/
(Playback zoom) lever
ESelf-timer lamp/AF illuminator
FLens
GFlash
• 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.
H(Flash pop-up) button
IHook for Shoulder Strap
JZoom/Focus switch
KManual ring
• When the Zoom/Focus switch is
set to AF/ZOOM, turn the
manual ring to perform the zoom
function.
• When the Zoom/Focus switch is
set to MF or DMF, turn the
manual ring to adjust the focus.
AStereo microphone
BViewfinder
CMOVIE (Movie) button
D(Playback) button
EFINDER/MONITOR button
• The camera does not switch
between the monitor display and
the viewfinder display
automatically. Switch the display
by pressing this button.
FON/OFF (Power) button and
Power/Charge lamp
GMode dial
(Intelligent Auto)/
(Superior Auto)/
(Program Auto)/
(Aperture Priority)/
(Shutter Priority)/
(Manual Exposure)/
1/2(Memory recall)/
(Movie)/ (iSweep
Panorama)/ (Scene
Selection)
Identifying parts

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HControl dial
IControl button
JCenter button
K(In-Camera Guide)/
(Delete) button
LMENU button
ADiopter-adjustment dial
• Adjust the diopter-adjustment
dial to your eyesight until the
display appears clearly in the
viewfinder.
• When adjusting the diopter level,
point the camera to a bright area
to make it easier to adjust the
diopter level.
BMulti/Micro USB Terminal*
• Supports Micro USB compatible
device.
CConnector cover
DHDMI micro jack
ESpeaker
FMonitor
ABattery/Memory card cover
BBattery insertion slot
CBattery lock lever
DAccess lamp
EMemory card slot
FTripod 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.
* For details on compatible accessories
for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal,
visit the Sony web site, or consult
your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility. Operations with
other manufacturers’ accessories are
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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.
Battery lock lever

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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 Power/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 Power/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).
Power/Charge lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing:
Charging error or charging paused
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• If the Power/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).
• 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 230 minutes using the AC Adaptor
(supplied). The Power/Charge lamp lights up and then turns off immediately
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.
Notes
Notes
To a USB jack

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• If you connect the camera to a computer when power is turned on, the battery
is not charged but the camera will be powered by the computer, which allows
you to import images to a computer without worrying about the battery
running out.
• 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.
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).
– The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
– [Display Quality] is set to [Standard]
Notes
Battery life Number of images
Shooting (still
images)
Monitor Approx. 150 min. Approx. 300 images
Viewfinder Approx. 190 min. Approx. 380 images
Typical movie
shooting
Monitor Approx. 50 min. —
Viewfinder Approx. 55 min. —
Continuous
movie shooting
Monitor Approx. 85 min. —
Viewfinder Approx. 95 min. —
Viewing (still images) Approx. 250 min. Approx. 5000 images
Notes

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• 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.].
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends.
– 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]: 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH).
– 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.
x Supplying power
You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) to supply power during shooting or
playing back images, reducing battery pack consumption.
• The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently
charged battery pack into the camera.
• Do not remove the battery pack while the access lamp (page 9) 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 conditions, power may be supplied from the battery supplementarily
even if you are using the AC Adaptor.
• While power is being supplied via USB connection, the temperature inside the
camera will rise and the continuous recording time may be shortened.
Notes

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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.
Ensure the notched corner
faces correctly.

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x Memory cards that can be used
* SD Speed Class 4 ( ) or faster
• For details on the number of recordable still images and recordable duration of
movies, refer to pages 28 to 29. Check the tables to select a memory card with the
desired capacity.
• 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 9) is lit.
This may cause damage to data in the memory card.
Memory card For still
images
For movies
MP4 AVCHD
Memory Stick PRO Duo
(Mark2 only)
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
Memory Stick Micro™ (M2)
(Mark2 only)
SD memory card **
SDHC memory card
SDXC memory card **
microSD memory card **
microSDHC memory card
microSDXC memory card **
Notes
Notes

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Setting the clock
1Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
The Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the
first time.
• It may take some time for the power to turn on and allow operation.
2Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press
zon the control button.
3Select a desired geographic location by following the
on-screen instructions, then press z.
4Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time] and [Date Format],
then press z.
• When setting [Date/Time], midnight is 12:00 AM, and noon is
12:00 PM.
5Check that [Enter] is selected, then press z.
Control button
ON/OFF (Power)
Select items: v/V/b/B
Set: z

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Shooting still images
Shooting movies
• Do not pull up the flash manually. This may cause a malfunction.
• When using the zoom function while shooting a movie, the sound of the camera
operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be
recorded when movie recording is finished.
• The panoramic shooting range may be reduced, depending on the subject or the
way it is shot. Therefore even when [360°] is set for panoramic shooting, the
recorded image may be less than 360 degrees.
Shooting still images/movies
1Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the zindicator lights.
2Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.
1Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording.
• Use the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom ratio.
2Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Notes
Mode dial
Shutter button
: Intelligent Auto
: Movie
MOVIE
W/T (zoom)
lever
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• Continuous movie shooting is possible for a maximum of approximately
29 minutes at one time with the camera’s default settings and when the ambient
temperature is approximately 25°C (77°F). When movie recording is finished, you
can restart recording by pressing the MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to
protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature.
x Selecting next/previous image
Select an image by pressing B(next)/b(previous) on the control button. Press
zin the center of the control button to view movies.
x Deleting an image
1Press the (Delete) button.
2Select [Delete] with von the control button, then press z.
x Returning to shooting images
Press the shutter button halfway down.
Viewing images
1Press the (Playback) button.
• When images on a memory card recorded with other cameras are played
back on this camera, the registration screen for the data file appears.
(Delete)
Control button
(Playback)
W: zoom out
T: zoom in
Select images: B(next)/b(previous)
or turn the control dial
Set: z
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x Control button
DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display.
(Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, such
as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracket shooting.
(Exposure Comp.): Allows you to compensate the exposure and brightness
for the entire image.
(Photo Creativity): Allows you to operate the camera intuitively and
shoot creative images easily.
(Flash Mode): Allows you to select a flash mode for still images.
z(Lock-on AF): The camera tracks the subject and adjusts focus
automatically even when the subject is moving.
x Fn (Function) button
Allows you to register 12 functions and recall those functions when shooting.
1Press the Fn (Function) button.
2Select the desired function by pressing v/V/b/Bon the control button.
3Select the setting value by turning the control dial.
x Control dial
You can instantly change the appropriate setting for each shooting mode just
by turning the control dial.
Introduction of other functions
Control dial
Control button
Fn (Function)
MENU