Sony DSC-RX100M5 User manual

4-593-797-11(1)
DSC-RX100M5
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/1630/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 C/ (Delete) button.
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/1630/h_zz/
Viewing the Guide
C/ (Delete)
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.
[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.
[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.
WARNING
CAUTION
For Customers in the
U.S.A. and Canada

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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.
[CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
For Customers in the
U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: WW605351
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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[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/
For Customers in Canada
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 Singapore
For Customers in U.A.E.
For Customers in Malaysia
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)
• Wrist Strap (1)
• Strap adapter (2)
(Strap adapters are used to attach the shoulder strap (sold separately), as
illustrated.)
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
• Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1)
This guide explains the functions that require a Wi-Fi connection.
About language setting
Change the screen language before using the camera if necessary (page 17).
Checking the supplied items
For further details on Wi-Fi functions/One-touch (NFC) functions, refer to
the “Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide” (supplied) or the “Help
Guide” (page 2).

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AON/OFF (Power) button
BPower/Charge lamp
CShutter button
DMode dial
(Auto Mode)/
(Program Auto)/
(Aperture Priority)/
(Shutter Priority)/
(Manual Exposure)/
(Memory recall)/
(Movie)/ (High Frame
Rate)/ (Sweep Panorama)/
(Scene Selection)
EFor shooting: W/T (zoom) lever
For viewing: (Index) lever/
Playback zoom lever
FSelf-timer lamp/AF illuminator
GFlash
• Do not cover the flash with your
finger.
• When using the flash, slide the
(Flash pop-up) switch. If not
using the flash, press it down
manually.
HDiopter-adjustment lever
Identifying parts

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IViewfinder
• When using the viewfinder, slide
down the viewfinder pop-up
switch (1), then pull the
eyepiece out from the viewfinder
until it clicks (2).
• When you look into the
viewfinder, the viewfinder mode
is activated, and when you take
your face away from the
viewfinder, the viewing mode
returns to the monitor mode.
JMicrophone
KViewfinder pop-up switch
LHook for strap
M(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.
NControl ring
OLens
PEye sensor
Q(Flash pop-up) switch
RMonitor
• You can adjust the monitor to an
easily viewable angle and shoot
from any position.
SFor shooting: Fn (Function)
button
For viewing: (Send to
Smartphone) button
TMOVIE (Movie) button
UMulti/Micro USB Terminal
• Supports Micro USB compatible
device.
VHDMI micro jack
WMENU button
XWi-Fi antenna (built-in)
YControl wheel
wh Center button
wj (Playback) button
wk C/ (Custom/Delete) button
wl Battery insertion slot
e; Battery lock lever
ea Tripod 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.
es Access lamp
ed Memory card slot
ef Battery/Memory card cover
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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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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).
Lit (green): Power ON
Lit (orange): Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing (orange): Charging error or charging
paused temporarily because the camera is not
within the proper temperature range
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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).
• The AC Adaptor AC-UD11 (sold separately) may not be available in some
countries/regions.
x Charging time (Full charge)
The charging time is approximately 150 min. 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.
Notes
Notes

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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. Connect the camera to the computer with the camera
turned off.
• 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
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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 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].
• 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 strobes once every two times.
– The power turns on and off once every ten times.
• The numbers of minutes for movie shooting are based on the CIPA standard, and
are 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. 220 images
Viewfinder — Approx. 210 images
Typical movie
shooting
Monitor Approx. 35 min. —
Viewfinder Approx. 35 min. —
Continuous
movie shooting
Monitor Approx. 65 min. —
Viewfinder Approx. 65 min. —
Viewing (still images) Approx. 200 min. Approx. 4000 images
Notes

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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.
• 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 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.
• When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged
before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during
use.
Notes
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
*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.
• For details on the number of recordable still images and recordable duration of
movies, refer to pages 32 to 33. 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.
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
Notes

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• 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.
Notes
Setting the language and the clock
1Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
Language setting screen is displayed when you turn on the camera for the
first time.
• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation.
2Select a desired language, then press zon the control
wheel.
Date & Time setting screen is displayed.
3Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press
z.
4Select a desired geographic location by following the
on-screen instructions, then press z.
Control wheel
ON/OFF (Power)
Select items: v/V/b/B
Set the numeric value of date and
time: v/V//
Set: z
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Shooting still images
Shooting movies
5Set [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.
6Check that [Enter] is selected, then press z.
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.
• When the camera cannot focus automatically, the zindicator flashes.
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 scale.
2Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Mode dial
Shutter button
: Auto Mode
: Movie
MOVIE
W/T (zoom)
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T: zoom in

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• When using the zoom function while shooting a movie, the sound of the camera
operating will be recorded. Sound from the camera tends to be recorded
particularly when [Zoom Speed] is set to [Fast] and when [Zoom Func. on Ring] is
set to [Quick]. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded
when movie recording is finished.
• 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 wheel or by
turning the control wheel. Press zin the center of the control wheel to view
movies.
x Deleting an image
1Press the C/ (Delete) button.
2Select [Delete] with von the control wheel, then press z.
Notes
Viewing images
1Press the (Playback) button.
C/ (Delete)
Control wheel
(Playback)
W: zoom out
T: zoom in
Select images: B(next)/b(previous) or
turn the control wheel
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x Returning to shooting images
Press the shutter button halfway down.
• If you try to play back images right after continuous shooting, the monitor may
display an icon indicating that data is being written/the number of images left to
write. During writing, some functions are not available.
x Control wheel
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, self-timer shooting or bracket
shooting.
/ (Exposure Comp./Photo Creativity): Allows you to adjust image
brightness./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(Focus Standard): If you press this key when the [Focus Area] is set to
[Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], you can change the position of the
focus area by pressing v/V/b/Bon the control wheel. Also, you can change
the position of the focus area while shooting still images. Depending on the
options selected in [Focus Area] or [Center Lock-on AF], the available
functions varies when pressing the key.
Notes
Introduction of other functions
Control ring
Control wheel
Fn (Function)
MENU