Sony DSLR-A5OO User manual

SONY:
a500 a550
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
Instruction Manual
DSLR-ASOOI ASSO
4-149-235-11 (1)
Preparing the camera.
Before your operation' •
............................................................................•
Using the shooting
function
Using the viewing
h
••
function
_. __ ._-_.~----_.~
Changing your setup __
Viewing images on a.
computer
Printing images .......h .•
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©2009 Sony Corporation
SONY:
a500 a550
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
Instruction Manual
DSLR-ASOOI ASSO
4-149-235-11 (1)
Preparing the camera.
Before your operation' •
............................................................................•
Using the shooting
function
Using the viewing
h
••
function
_. __ ._-_.~----_.~
Changing your setup __
Viewing images on a.
computer
Printing images .......h .•
LV InfoLITHIU':! aLI ~
SERIES MEMORV5TI[KTM
©2009 Sony Corporation

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
upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. DSLR-A500/A550
Serial No. _
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
2
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 afire
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 acar 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 adevice
that can charge the battery pack.
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
upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. DSLR-A500/A550
Serial No. _
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
2
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 afire
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 acar 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 adevice
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 pack promptly
described the instructions.
Battery charger
Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the
battery chargeris not disconnected from the
AC power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket).
If some trouble occurs while using the
battery charger, immediately shut
off the
power by disconnecting the plug from the
wall outlet (wall socket).
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 regardi'ng recycling
of rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://
www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery pack
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.
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
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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 Services
Center
1-800-222-S0NY (7669)
The number below
is for the FCC related
matters only.
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•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 pack promptly
described the instructions.
Battery charger
Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the
battery chargeris not disconnected from the
AC power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket).
If some trouble occurs while using the
battery charger, immediately shut
off the
power by disconnecting the plug from the
wall outlet (wall socket).
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 regardi'ng recycling
of rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://
www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery pack
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.
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
.:. ·F· ··0· >:···r·· ·C:·: :u·· ·:s·t·o·m· :. ··e·· ·rs·· ··· •• :1 .. ·0· •.. ··'·.b·.· : ·U··· ·····:S:·· >A> ..• ::.:: •..... :.
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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 Services
Center
1-800-222-S0NY (7669)
The number below
is for the FCC related
matters only.
3

Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.: DSLR-A500
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 Part
15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: () This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Declaration
of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.: DSLR-A550
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 Part
15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: () This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved
in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
4
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for aClass B
digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential 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 aparticular
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 acircuit different from that to which
the receiver
is connected.
-Consult the dealer
or an experienced
radiorrV technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used
with the equipment in order to comply with
the limits for adigital device pursuant to
Subpart B
of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.: DSLR-A500
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 Part
15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: () This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Declaration
of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.: DSLR-A550
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 Part
15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: () This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved
in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
4
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for aClass B
digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential 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 aparticular
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 acircuit different from that to which
the receiver
is connected.
-Consult the dealer
or an experienced
radiorrV technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used
with the equipment in order to comply with
the limits for adigital device pursuant to
Subpart B
of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
Representative for
EMC and product safety
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse
61,70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For
any service
or guarantee matters please
refer to the addresses given in separate
service
or guarantee documents.
This product has been tested and found
compliant with the limits set out in the
EMC Directive for using connection cables
shorter than 3meters (9.8 feet).
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound
of this unit.
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.
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.
5
111:~lll.lllmll;igltglr-_ggii,:: I:·:
Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
Representative for
EMC and product safety
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse
61,70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For
any service
or guarantee matters please
refer to the addresses given in separate
service
or guarantee documents.
This product has been tested and found
compliant with the limits set out in the
EMC Directive for using connection cables
shorter than 3meters (9.8 feet).
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound
of this unit.
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.
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.
5

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 achemical
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 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 apermanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staffonly.
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 safel
y. 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.
6
Amoulded plug complying with BS 1363
is fitted to this equipment for your safety
and convenience.
Should the fuse
in the plug supplied need to
be replaced, afuse
of the same rating as the
supplied
one and approved by AST Aor
BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an
~ or
~ mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has
adetachable fuse cover, be sure to attach
the fuse
cover after you change the fuse.
Never use the plug without the fuse cover.
If you should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service station.
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 achemical
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 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 apermanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staffonly.
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 safel
y. 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.
6
Amoulded plug complying with BS 1363
is fitted to this equipment for your safety
and convenience.
Should the fuse
in the plug supplied need to
be replaced, afuse
of the same rating as the
supplied
one and approved by AST Aor
BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an
~ or
~ mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has
adetachable fuse cover, be sure to attach
the fuse
cover after you change the fuse.
Never use the plug without the fuse cover.
If you should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service station.

Notes on using your camera
Shooting procedure
•This camera has two modes for shooting:
the Live View mode using the LCD
monitor, and the viewfinder mode using
the viewfinder (OVF).
•There may be differences between an
image recorded in Live View mode and
an image recorded in viewfinder mode,
such as exposure, white balance, or o-
range optimizer, depending on the
method used of metering or the exposure
mode.
•In Live View or manual focus check
mode, the recorded image may be
different from the image you monitored
with the LCD monitor.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is
not possible due to amalfunction of your
camera or amemory card, etc.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss,
always copy (back up) data to other
medium.
Notes on the LCD monitor and lens
•The LCD monitor is 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
monitor. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect
the images in any way.
To deal with such issues that may appear
in Live View mode, you may reduce the
effect by using the "Pixel mapping"
function (page 163).
Black, white, red,
blue and green
points
•Do not hold the camera by taking hold of
the LCD monitor.
•Do not expose the camera to direct
sunlight. If sunlight is focused on a
nearby object, it may cause afire. When
you must place the camera under direct
sunlight, attach the lens cap.
•Images may trail across on the LCD
monitor in acold location. This is not a
malfunction. When turning on the camera
in acold location, the LCD monitor may
become temporarily dark. When the
camera warms up, the monitor will
function normally.
•Do not press against the LCD monitor.
The monitor may be discolored and that
may cause amalfunction.
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.
On the data specifications described
in this Instruction Manual
The data on performance and specifications
is defined under the following conditions,
except as described in this Instruction
Manual: at an ordinary ambient
temperature of 25°C (77°F), and using a
fully charged battery pack.
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Notes on using your camera
Shooting procedure
•This camera has two modes for shooting:
the Live View mode using the LCD
monitor, and the viewfinder mode using
the viewfinder (OVF).
•There may be differences between an
image recorded in Live View mode and
an image recorded in viewfinder mode,
such as exposure, white balance, or o-
range optimizer, depending on the
method used of metering or the exposure
mode.
•In Live View or manual focus check
mode, the recorded image may be
different from the image you monitored
with the LCD monitor.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is
not possible due to amalfunction of your
camera or amemory card, etc.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss,
always copy (back up) data to other
medium.
Notes on the LCD monitor and lens
•The LCD monitor is 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
monitor. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect
the images in any way.
To deal with such issues that may appear
in Live View mode, you may reduce the
effect by using the "Pixel mapping"
function (page 163).
Black, white, red,
blue and green
points
•Do not hold the camera by taking hold of
the LCD monitor.
•Do not expose the camera to direct
sunlight. If sunlight is focused on a
nearby object, it may cause afire. When
you must place the camera under direct
sunlight, attach the lens cap.
•Images may trail across on the LCD
monitor in acold location. This is not a
malfunction. When turning on the camera
in acold location, the LCD monitor may
become temporarily dark. When the
camera warms up, the monitor will
function normally.
•Do not press against the LCD monitor.
The monitor may be discolored and that
may cause amalfunction.
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.
On the data specifications described
in this Instruction Manual
The data on performance and specifications
is defined under the following conditions,
except as described in this Instruction
Manual: at an ordinary ambient
temperature of 25°C (77°F), and using a
fully charged battery pack.
7

Table of Contents
Notes on using your camera 7
Preparing the
camera
Before your
operation
Shooting images
8
Checking the accessories supplied 12
Preparing the battery pack 13
Attaching alens 20
Inserting amemory card 22
Preparing the camera 25
Using the accessories supplied 27
Checking the number
of recordable images 29
Cleaning 32
Identifying parts and screen indicators 35
Front side 35
Rear side 36
Top 38
Sides/Bottom 39
Switching the recording information display (DISP)
............................................................................
40
LCD monitor 41
Selecting afunction/setting 43
Selecting afunction with the Fn (Function) button
44
The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button 45
The functions selected by the MENU button 45
Shooting an image without camera shake 47
Correct posture 47
Using the SteadyShot function 48
Using atripod 49
~ /~ Shooting with the automatic setting 50
Using the Face Detection function 52
Shooting with asuitable setting for the subject (Scene
Selection) 54
~ Taking portrait photos 55
[ilJ Taking landscape photos 56
[i] Taking small-subject photos 57
~ Taking moving-subject photos 58
~ Taking sunset photos 59
l:2I Taking night view photos 60
Table of Contents
Notes on using your camera 7
Preparing the
camera
Before your
operation
Shooting images
8
Checking the accessories supplied 12
Preparing the battery pack 13
Attaching alens 20
Inserting amemory card 22
Preparing the camera 25
Using the accessories supplied 27
Checking the number
of recordable images 29
Cleaning 32
Identifying parts and screen indicators 35
Front side 35
Rear side 36
Top 38
Sides/Bottom 39
Switching the recording information display (DISP)
............................................................................
40
LCD monitor 41
Selecting afunction/setting 43
Selecting afunction with the Fn (Function) button
44
The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button 45
The functions selected by the MENU button 45
Shooting an image without camera shake 47
Correct posture 47
Using the SteadyShot function 48
Using atripod 49
~ /~ Shooting with the automatic setting 50
Using the Face Detection function 52
Shooting with asuitable setting for the subject (Scene
Selection) 54
~ Taking portrait photos 55
[ilJ Taking landscape photos 56
[i] Taking small-subject photos 57
~ Taking moving-subject photos 58
~ Taking sunset photos 59
l:2I Taking night view photos 60

Using the
shooting function
Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode)
..................................................................................... 61
PShooting with program auto 62
AShooting by controlling the blur of the background
(Aperture priority)
63
SShooting amoving subject with various expressions
(Shutter speed priority) 65
MShooting with the exposure adjusted manually
(Manual exposure) 67
MShooting trails with long exposure (BULB) 69
Shooting with the viewfinder (OVF)
71
Switching to the viewfinder 71
Adjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment)
............................................................................72
Switching the recording information display (DrSP)
............................................................................
73
LCD monitor (Graphic Display) 74
LCD monitor (Standard Display) 76
Viewfinder 78
Selecting the focus method 79
Using autofocus 79
Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock)
............................................................................ 81
Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the
subject (Autofocus mode) 82
Selecting the focus area (AF area)
83
Adjusting the focus manually (Manual focus) 84
Checking the focus by enlarging the image (Manual
focus check) 85
Zooming in in one step
87
Using the flash 88
Performing wireless flash shooting 91
Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash
compensation, Metering) 92
Shooting with fixed brightness (AE Lock) 92
Using brightness compensation for the entire image
(Exposure compensation) 93
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Using the
shooting function
Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode)
..................................................................................... 61
PShooting with program auto 62
AShooting by controlling the blur of the background
(Aperture priority)
63
SShooting amoving subject with various expressions
(Shutter speed priority) 65
MShooting with the exposure adjusted manually
(Manual exposure) 67
MShooting trails with long exposure (BULB) 69
Shooting with the viewfinder (OVF)
71
Switching to the viewfinder 71
Adjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment)
............................................................................72
Switching the recording information display (DrSP)
............................................................................
73
LCD monitor (Graphic Display) 74
LCD monitor (Standard Display) 76
Viewfinder 78
Selecting the focus method 79
Using autofocus 79
Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock)
............................................................................ 81
Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the
subject (Autofocus mode) 82
Selecting the focus area (AF area)
83
Adjusting the focus manually (Manual focus) 84
Checking the focus by enlarging the image (Manual
focus check) 85
Zooming in in one step
87
Using the flash 88
Performing wireless flash shooting 91
Adjusting the brightness of the image (Exposure, Flash
compensation, Metering) 92
Shooting with fixed brightness (AE Lock) 92
Using brightness compensation for the entire image
(Exposure compensation) 93
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Adjusting the amount of flash light (Flash compensation)
............................................................................ 95
Selecting the flash control mode to set the amount
of
flash light (Flash control) 96
Selecting the method for measuring the brightness
of a
subject (Metering mode) 97
Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically
(D-Range) 98
Correcting the brightness
of the image (D-Range
Optimizer) 98
Compensating automatically with rich gradation (Auto
High Dynamic Range) 99
Image processing
101
Selecting your desired image processing (Creative Style)
..........................................................................
101
Changing the range of color reproduction (Color Space)
.......................................................................... 102
Setting ISO 103
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) 104
Adjusting the white balance to suit aspecific light source
(Auto/Preset white balance) 104
Setting the color temperature and afilter effect (Color
Temperature/Color filter) 105
Registering the color tones (Custom white balance) 106
~ / ~ Selecting the drive mode 108
Shooting single shot 108
Shooting continuously 108
Using the self-timer 109
Shooting images with the exposure shifted (Exposure
bracket)
.. ,110
Shooting with white balance shifted (WB bracket)
.......................................................................... III
Shooting with the Wireless Remote Commander 112
Capturing smiling faces (Smile Shutter) 113
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Adjusting the amount of flash light (Flash compensation)
............................................................................ 95
Selecting the flash control mode to set the amount
of
flash light (Flash control) 96
Selecting the method for measuring the brightness
of a
subject (Metering mode) 97
Compensating for the brightness and contrast automatically
(D-Range) 98
Correcting the brightness
of the image (D-Range
Optimizer) 98
Compensating automatically with rich gradation (Auto
High Dynamic Range) 99
Image processing
101
Selecting your desired image processing (Creative Style)
..........................................................................
101
Changing the range of color reproduction (Color Space)
.......................................................................... 102
Setting ISO 103
Adjusting the color tones (White balance) 104
Adjusting the white balance to suit aspecific light source
(Auto/Preset white balance) 104
Setting the color temperature and afilter effect (Color
Temperature/Color filter) 105
Registering the color tones (Custom white balance) 106
~ / ~ Selecting the drive mode 108
Shooting single shot 108
Shooting continuously 108
Using the self-timer 109
Shooting images with the exposure shifted (Exposure
bracket)
.. ,110
Shooting with white balance shifted (WB bracket)
.......................................................................... III
Shooting with the Wireless Remote Commander 112
Capturing smiling faces (Smile Shutter) 113

Using the viewing
function
Changing your
setup
Viewing images
on a computer
Printing images
Others
Playing back images 115
Checking the information
of recorded images 120
Protecting images (Protect) 122
Deleting images (Delete) 123
Viewing images on aTV screen 125
Setting image size and image quality 128
Setting the method for recording on amemory card 130
Changing the noise reduction setting 132
Changing the function
of the AEL button 133
Changing other settings 134
Setting the LCD monitor 135
Confirming the version
of the camera 137
Resetting to the default 138
Using your computer 140
Using the software
147
Specifying DPOF 152
Printing images by connecting the camera to aPictBridge
compliant printer 154
Specifications 156
Troubleshooting 160
Waming messages 169
Precautions 172
Index 174
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Using the viewing
function
Changing your
setup
Viewing images
on a computer
Printing images
Others
Playing back images 115
Checking the information
of recorded images 120
Protecting images (Protect) 122
Deleting images (Delete) 123
Viewing images on aTV screen 125
Setting image size and image quality 128
Setting the method for recording on amemory card 130
Changing the noise reduction setting 132
Changing the function
of the AEL button 133
Changing other settings 134
Setting the LCD monitor 135
Confirming the version
of the camera 137
Resetting to the default 138
Using your computer 140
Using the software
147
Specifying DPOF 152
Printing images by connecting the camera to aPictBridge
compliant printer 154
Specifications 156
Troubleshooting 160
Waming messages 169
Precautions 172
Index 174
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Checking the accessories supplied
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
•BC-VMIO Battery charger
(1)/
Power cord (mains lead) (I)
•Instruction Manual (This manual)
(1)
•Rechargeable battery pack NP-
FM500H (1)
•USB cable (l)
e ••••• :::
•Shoulder strap (l)
•Eyepiece cover (I)
•Body cap (1) (Attached on the
camera)
•Eyecup
(I) (Attached on the
camera)
•CD-ROM (Application Software
for acamera) (I)
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Checking the accessories supplied
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
•BC-VMIO Battery charger
(1)/
Power cord (mains lead) (I)
•Instruction Manual (This manual)
(1)
•Rechargeable battery pack NP-
FM500H (1)
•USB cable (l)
e ••••• :::
•Shoulder strap (l)
•Eyepiece cover (I)
•Body cap (1) (Attached on the
camera)
•Eyecup
(I) (Attached on the
camera)
•CD-ROM (Application Software
for acamera) (I)
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Preparing the battery pack
When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-
~M500H "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied).
The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be charged even when it has not
been fully depleted.
It can also be used when it has not been fully charged.
1 Insert the battery pack on the
battery charger.
Push the battery pack until it clicks.
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Light on: Charging
Light off: Normal charge completed
One hour after the lamp
is turned off: Full
charge completed
CHARGE lamp
+===~--.
To a wall outlet
(wall socket)
About charging time
•Time required to charge afully depleted battery pack (supplied) at a
temperature
of 25°C (77°F) is as follows.
Full charge
Approx. 235 min.
Normal charge
Approx. 175 min.
•The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the
battery back or charging conditions.
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Preparing the battery pack
When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-
~M500H "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied).
The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be charged even when it has not
been fully depleted.
It can also be used when it has not been fully charged.
1 Insert the battery pack on the
battery charger.
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lead).
Light on: Charging
Light off: Normal charge completed
One hour after the lamp
is turned off: Full
charge completed
CHARGE lamp
+===~--.
To a wall outlet
(wall socket)
About charging time
•Time required to charge afully depleted battery pack (supplied) at a
temperature
of 25°C (77°F) is as follows.
Full charge
Approx. 235 min.
Normal charge
Approx. 175 min.
•The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the
battery back or charging conditions.
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•We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of
between 10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently
charge the battery pack outside
of this temperature range.
Notes
•Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
•When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall
outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the battery charger. If you
leave the charged battery pack on the charger, battery life may be decreased.
•
Do not charge any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" Mseries battery
pack
in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera. Batteries other than the
specified kind may leak, overheat,
or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a
risk
of injury from electrocution and bu~ns.
•When the CHARGE lamp flashes, this may indicate abattery error or that abattery
pack other than the specified type has been installed. Check that the battery pack
is
the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack,
replace it with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates
correctly.
If the battery charger operates correctly, abattery error may have
occurred.
•
If the battery charger is dirty, charging may not be performed successfully. Clean the
battery charger with dry cloth, etc.
To use your camera abroad - Power sources
You can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PWIOAM
AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power
supply is within 100 Vto 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Note
•Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a
malfunction.
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•We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of
between 10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently
charge the battery pack outside
of this temperature range.
Notes
•Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
•When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall
outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the battery charger. If you
leave the charged battery pack on the charger, battery life may be decreased.
•
Do not charge any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" Mseries battery
pack
in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera. Batteries other than the
specified kind may leak, overheat,
or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a
risk
of injury from electrocution and bu~ns.
•When the CHARGE lamp flashes, this may indicate abattery error or that abattery
pack other than the specified type has been installed. Check that the battery pack
is
the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack,
replace it with new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates
correctly.
If the battery charger operates correctly, abattery error may have
occurred.
•
If the battery charger is dirty, charging may not be performed successfully. Clean the
battery charger with dry cloth, etc.
To use your camera abroad - Power sources
You can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PWIOAM
AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power
supply is within 100 Vto 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Note
•Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a
malfunction.
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Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the
world.
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(HZ) Plug type
Austria 230 50 C
Belgium 230 50 C
Czech 220 50 e
Denmark 230 50 e
Finland 230 50 e
France 230 50 e
Germany 230 50 e
Greece 220 50 e
Hungary 220 50 e
Iceland 230 50 C
Ireland 230 50
emF
Italy 220 50 e
Luxemburg 230 50 e
Netherlands 230 50 e
Norway 230 50 e
Poland 220 50 e
Portugal 230 50 C
Romania 220 50 e
Russia 220 50 e
Slovak 220 50 C
Spain 127/230 50 e
Sweden 230 50 e
Switzerland 230 50 e
UK 240 50 BF
Asia
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency
(HZ)
Plug type
China 220 50 A
Hong Kong 200/220 50 BF
India 230/240 50 C
Indonesia 127/230 50 C
Japan 100 50/60 A
Korea (rep) 220 60 C
Malaysia 240 50 BF
Philippines 220/230 60
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(HZ) Plug type
Austria 230 50 C
Belgium 230 50 C
Czech 220 50 e
Denmark 230 50 e
Finland 230 50 e
France 230 50 e
Germany 230 50 e
Greece 220 50 e
Hungary 220 50 e
Iceland 230 50 C
Ireland 230 50
emF
Italy 220 50 e
Luxemburg 230 50 e
Netherlands 230 50 e
Norway 230 50 e
Poland 220 50 e
Portugal 230 50 C
Romania 220 50 e
Russia 220 50 e
Slovak 220 50 C
Spain 127/230 50 e
Sweden 230 50 e
Switzerland 230 50 e
UK 240 50 BF
Asia
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency
(HZ)
Plug type
China 220 50 A
Hong Kong 200/220 50 BF
India 230/240 50 C
Indonesia 127/230 50 C
Japan 100 50/60 A
Korea (rep) 220 60 C
Malaysia 240 50 BF
Philippines 220/230 60
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Singapore
230
50
BF
Taiwan
110
60
A
Thailand
220
50
CIBF
Vietnam
220
50
A/C
Oceania
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Australia
240
50 0
New Zealand
230/240
50 0
North America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Canada 120
60 A
USA 120
60 A
Central America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Bahamas 120/240
60 A
Costa Rica
110
60
A
Cuba
110/220
60
A/C
Dominican (rep)
110
60
A
El
Salvador
110
60 A
Guatemala
120
60 A
Honduras
110
60
A
Jamaica
110
50 A
Mexico 120/1 27
60 A
Nicaragua
120/240
60
A
Panama
110/220
60
A
South America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Argentina
220
50
C/BF/O
Brazil 127/220
60
AIC
Chile 220
50 C
Colombia
120 60 A
Peru
220 60
AIC
Venezuela 120
60
A
Middle East
Countrieslregions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Iran 220
50 C/BF
Iraq
220
50 CIBF
Israel
230
50
C
Saudi Arabia 127/220
50
A/C/BF
Turkey
220
50 C
UAE 240
50
C/BF
Africa
Countrieslregions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Algeria
127/220
50 C
Congo (dem)
220
50
C
Egypt
220
50
C
Ethiopia
220
50
C
Kenya 240
50 C/BF
Nigeria
230
50 C/BF
South Africa 220/230 50
C/BF
Tanzania
230
50
C/BF
Tunisia
220
50 C
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Singapore
230
50
BF
Taiwan
110
60
A
Thailand
220
50
CIBF
Vietnam
220
50
A/C
Oceania
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Australia
240
50 0
New Zealand
230/240
50 0
North America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Canada 120
60 A
USA 120
60 A
Central America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Bahamas 120/240
60 A
Costa Rica
110
60
A
Cuba
110/220
60
A/C
Dominican (rep)
110
60
A
El
Salvador
110
60 A
Guatemala
120
60 A
Honduras
110
60
A
Jamaica
110
50 A
Mexico 120/1 27
60 A
Nicaragua
120/240
60
A
Panama
110/220
60
A
South America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Argentina
220
50
C/BF/O
Brazil 127/220
60
AIC
Chile 220
50 C
Colombia
120 60 A
Peru
220 60
AIC
Venezuela 120
60
A
Middle East
Countrieslregions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Iran 220
50 C/BF
Iraq
220
50 CIBF
Israel
230
50
C
Saudi Arabia 127/220
50
A/C/BF
Turkey
220
50 C
UAE 240
50
C/BF
Africa
Countrieslregions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Algeria
127/220
50 C
Congo (dem)
220
50
C
Egypt
220
50
C
Ethiopia
220
50
C
Kenya 240
50 C/BF
Nigeria
230
50 C/BF
South Africa 220/230 50
C/BF
Tanzania
230
50
C/BF
Tunisia
220
50 C
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1 While sliding the battery cover
open lever, open the battery
cover.
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2 Firmly insert the battery pack all
the way while pressing the lock
lever with the tip of the battery.
3 Close the battery cover.
To remove the battery pack
Turn off the camera and slide the lock
lever in the direction
of the arrow. Be
careful not to drop the battery pack.
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the way while pressing the lock
lever with the tip of the battery.
3 Close the battery cover.
To remove the battery pack
Turn off the camera and slide the lock
lever in the direction
of the arrow. Be
careful not to drop the battery pack.
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To remove the battery cover
The battery cover can be removed to
attach the VG-B50AM Vertical Grip
(sold separately).
To remove the cover, push the lever
in
the direction of the arrow and slide it out.
To attach the cover, put the knob in the
hole, pull down the lever, and slide it in.
To check the remaining battery level
Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed
on the
LCD monitor.
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Battery level
Y au cannot shoot
High
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What is an "lnfoLiTHIUM" battery pack?
An "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is alithium-ion battery pack that has
functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with
your camera. Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining
battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating
conditions
of your camera.
Notes
• The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances.
•
Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
•Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as
in acar or under direct
sunlight.
Available battery packs
Use only an NP-FM500H battery pack. Note that the NP-FM55H, NP-
FM50 and NP-FM30 cannot be used.
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To remove the battery cover
The battery cover can be removed to
attach the VG-B50AM Vertical Grip
(sold separately).
To remove the cover, push the lever
in
the direction of the arrow and slide it out.
To attach the cover, put the knob in the
hole, pull down the lever, and slide it in.
To check the remaining battery level
Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed
on the
LCD monitor.
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exha usted"
Battery level
Y au cannot shoot
High
... Low any more pictures.
What is an "lnfoLiTHIUM" battery pack?
An "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is alithium-ion battery pack that has
functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with
your camera. Using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, the remaining
battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating
conditions
of your camera.
Notes
• The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances.
•
Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
•Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as
in acar or under direct
sunlight.
Available battery packs
Use only an NP-FM500H battery pack. Note that the NP-FM55H, NP-
FM50 and NP-FM30 cannot be used.
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Effective use of the battery pack
•Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So, the
time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places and the
speed
of continuous shooting slows down. We recommend that you put
the battery pack in apocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it
in your camera immediately before you start shooting.
•The battery pack will run out quickly
if you use the flash frequently, use
continuous shooting often,
or turn the camera on and off frequently.
•The time available in the Live View mode
is shorter than that in the
viewfinder mode. When you feel that the battery consumption
is too fast,
switch to the viewfinder mode. Doing so makes the battery last longer.
Battery life
•The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you
use it more and more, and as time passes.
If the battery operating time
seems shortened considerably, aprobable cause is that the battery pack
has reached the end
of its life. Buy anew battery pack.
•The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating
conditions and environment in which each battery pack
is used.
How to store the battery pack
If the battery pack is not to be used for along time, fully charge it and then
fully use it up once ayear on your camera before storing the battery pack
in
adry, cool place to prolong the battery life.
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•Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So, the
time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places and the
speed
of continuous shooting slows down. We recommend that you put
the battery pack in apocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it
in your camera immediately before you start shooting.
•The battery pack will run out quickly
if you use the flash frequently, use
continuous shooting often,
or turn the camera on and off frequently.
•The time available in the Live View mode
is shorter than that in the
viewfinder mode. When you feel that the battery consumption
is too fast,
switch to the viewfinder mode. Doing so makes the battery last longer.
Battery life
•The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you
use it more and more, and as time passes.
If the battery operating time
seems shortened considerably, aprobable cause is that the battery pack
has reached the end
of its life. Buy anew battery pack.
•The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating
conditions and environment in which each battery pack
is used.
How to store the battery pack
If the battery pack is not to be used for along time, fully charge it and then
fully use it up once ayear on your camera before storing the battery pack
in
adry, cool place to prolong the battery life.
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Attaching a lens
1 Remove the body cap from the
camera and the packaging lid
from the rear of the lens.
•When changing the lens, quickly
change the lens away from dusty
locations so as to keep dust
or debris
from getting inside the camera.
2 Mount the lens by aligning the
orange index marks on the lens
and camera.
3 Turn the lens clockwise until it
clicks into the locked position.
•Be sure to put the lens on straight.
Orange index marks
Notes
• When attaching alens, do not press the lens release button.
•
Do not use force when attaching alens.
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Attaching a lens
1 Remove the body cap from the
camera and the packaging lid
from the rear of the lens.
•When changing the lens, quickly
change the lens away from dusty
locations so as to keep dust
or debris
from getting inside the camera.
2 Mount the lens by aligning the
orange index marks on the lens
and camera.
3 Turn the lens clockwise until it
clicks into the locked position.
•Be sure to put the lens on straight.
Orange index marks
Notes
• When attaching alens, do not press the lens release button.
•
Do not use force when attaching alens.
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