User manual SONY NEX-7

[. . . ] 4-297-558-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index © 2011 Sony Corporation GB NEX-7 Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right on the cover and each page to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to use. Search for information by sample photos. Search for information in a listing of menu items. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Search for information by keyword. Marks and notations used in this handbook Index In this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t). [. . . ] The camera releases the shutter 3 times. Sample photo (Rich-tone Mono. ) Menu (Miniature) Creates an image which enhances the subject vividly, with the background defocused considerably. This effect may often be found in pictures of miniature models. You can select the area to be in focus with Option. The focus on other areas is greatly reduced. Index Notes · · · · You cannot use [Picture Effect] with [RAW] and [RAW & JPEG] images. The [Toy Camera] and [Miniature] effects are not available with [Prec. When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject. You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the camera is still processing the image that has been just shot. Also, you cannot shoot another image until the image processing is finished. You cannot use these effects with movies. ­ [Soft Focus] ­ [HDR Painting] ­ [Rich-tone Mono. ] ­ [Miniature] · In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono. ], the shutter is released 3 times for 1 shot. Be careful about the following: ­ Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not blink. When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the camera detects such situation, / is indicated on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again, as necessary, recomposing or paying attention to the blur. 105GB Creative Style Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the camera adjusts the exposure. Table of contents 1 MENU t [Brightness/Color] t [Creative Style] t desired mode. Sample photo 2 When you want to adjust contrast, saturation, or sharpness, Option t desired setting. (Standard) (Vivid) For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. The saturation and sharpness are lowered for capturing images in a quiet tone. This is also suitable for capturing image material to be modified with a computer. For capturing images in a clear tone with limpid colors in the highlighted area, suitable for capturing radiant light. For capturing images with deep and dense color expressions, suited to capturing the solid presence of the subject. (Neutral) Menu (Clear) (Deep) (Light) (Portrait) Index For capturing images with bright and uncomplicated color expressions, suited to capturing refreshingly light ambience. For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited for shooting portraits. (Landscape) The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp scenery. (Sunset) (Night Scene) (Autumn leaves) (Black & White) (Sepia) For shooting the beautiful red of the setting sun. [. . . ] 71 Single-shot AF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Smile Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]