Sony Nex 7 User Manual

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contents Sample photo Menu IndexzIf you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to 
focus on
 Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:– It is dark and the subject is distant.
– The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
– The subject is seen through glass.
– The subject is moving quickly.
– The subject reflects light such as mirror, or has shiny surfaces.
– The subject is flashing.
– The subject is backlit.
Focus indicatorStatus
z
 litFocus locked.
 litFocus is confirmed. Focal point moves following a moving 
subject.
 litStill focusing.
z flashingCannot focus.
When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the 
focus indicator blinks. Either recompose the shot or change the 
focus setting.
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contents Sample photo Menu IndexScene Selection
Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.
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MENU  t [Shoot Mode]  t [Scene Selection]  t desired mode.
 (Portrait) Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the 
subject. Expresses skin tones softly.
 (Landscape) Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp 
focus with vivid colors.
 (Macro) Shoots close subjects such as flowers, insects, 
food, or small items.
 (Sports 
Action) Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter 
speed so that the subject looks as if it is 
standing still. The ca
mera shoots images 
continuously while the shutter button is 
pressed.
 (Sunset) Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.
 (Night Portrait) Shoots portraits in night scenes.
 (Night Scene) Shoots night scenes without losing the dark 
atmosphere.
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 In the [Night Scene] and [Night Portrait] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so using a tripod is 
recommended to prevent the image from blurring.
 In the [Hand-held Twilight] mode, the shutter clicks 6 times and an image is recorded.
 If you select [Hand-held Twilight] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine]  temporarily.
 Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] when shooting:
– Subjects with erratic movement.
– Subjects that are too close to the camera.
– Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy beach, or lawn.
– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
 In the case of [Hand-held Twilight], block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers, such 
as fluorescent lighting.
 The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. 
For the minimum in-focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens attached to the camera.
 (Hand-held 
Twilight) Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur 
without using a tripod. A burst of shots are 
taken, and image processing is applied to 
reduce subject blur, camera shake, and noise.
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contents Sample photo Menu IndexAnti Motion Blur
This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash, to reduce the subject blur.
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MENU  t [Shoot Mode]  t [Anti Motion Blur].
2 Shoot with the shutter button.
The camera combines 6 shots at high sensitivity into 1 still image, so camera shake is reduced 
while preventing noise.
 If you select [Anti Motion Blur] with [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG], the image quality becomes [Fine] 
temporarily.
 The shutter clicks 6 times and an image is recorded.
 Reducing blur is less effective when shooting: – Subjects with erratic movement.
– Subjects that are too close to the camera.
– Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy 
beach, or lawn.
– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
 When using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting, block noise may occur.
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contents Sample photo Menu IndexSweep Panorama
Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images.
 If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the 
composed image. If this happens, move the camera fast to record a full panoramic image.
 When you select [Wide] in [Image Size], you may not be able to pan the camera across the entire subject 
within the given time. In such cases, we recommend that you select [Standard] in [Image Size].
 The camera continues shooting during [Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking until 
the end of the shooting.
 Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.
 Under low light conditions, panoramic images may be blurred.
 Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of the combined image is not 
always the same.
 When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure 
with AE/AF lock are extremely different in brightness, color and focus, the shooting will not be 
successful. If this happens, change the lock angle and shoot again.
 [Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting: – Subjects in motion.
– Subjects that are too close to the camera.
– Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy 
beach, or lawn.
– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
– Subjects with the sun or electric lights, etc. that are much brighter than surroundings.
 [Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations:
– You pan the camera too fast or too slow.
– There is too much camera shake.
1 MENU  t [Shoot Mode]  t [Sweep Panorama].
2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, 
then press the shutter button fully down.
This part will not be taken.
3Pan the camera to the end, following the 
guidance on the LCD monitor.
Guidance bar
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contents Sample photo Menu IndexzTips for shooting a panoramic image
Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication 
on the LCD monitor. [Sweep Panorama] is better suited for still subjects, rather than moving 
ones.
 When using a zoom lens, it is recommended that you use it with W side.
 Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so that you can lock the focus, 
exposure, and white balance. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the 
camera.
 If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the  image composition may fail. In such case, adjust the frame composition so that the section 
is in the center of the image, then shoot again.
 You can select the direction by operating the control dial L or the control wheel, or by  selecting MENU  t [Image Size]  t [Panorama Direction]. You can select the image 
size by selecting MENU  t [Image Size]  t [Image Size].
Vertical direction
Horizontal direction
Radius as short as possible
zPlaying back scrolling panoramic images
You can scroll panoramic images from the beginning to the end by pressing the center of the 
control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press it again to pause.
Shows the displayed area of 
the whole panoramic image.
 Panoramic images are played back with the supplied  software “PMB.”
 Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be 
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contents Sample photo Menu Index3D Sweep Panorama
Allows you to create a 3D image from composed images.
3D images shot in [3D Sweep Panorama] mode of this camera can be played back only 
on a 3D TV. The recorded images are played back as normal still images on the LCD 
monitor of this camera and a non-3D TV.
 You may feel uncomfortable symptoms such as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling while watching 3D 
images recorded with the camera on 3D compatible monitors. When you watch 3D images, we 
recommend that you take a break at regular time intervals. Since the need for or frequency of break times 
varies between individuals, please set your own standards. If you feel sick, stop watching 3D images, and 
consult a doctor as needed. Also, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device or the 
software used with the camera. A childs vision is always vulnerable (especially for children under 6 
years of age). Before allowing them to watch 3D images, please consult with an expert, such as a 
pediatric or ophthalmic doctor. Make sure your children follow the precautions above.
 If you cannot pan the camera across the entire subject within the given time, a gray area occurs in the 
composed image. We recommend you pan the camera 180 degrees within about 6 seconds when using an 
E18 – 55 mm lens at the wide end (18 mm) for better results. You should pan the camera slower with the 
telephoto side of the lens.
 When you select [Wide] in [Image Size], you may not be able to pan the camera across the entire subject 
within the given time. In such cases, we recommend that you select [Standard] or [16:9] in [Image Size].
 If you shoot a 3D image with T side of a zoom lens, a gray area may occur more often, or shooting may 
be stopped. It is recommended that you use a zoom lens with W side.
 The camera continues shooting during [3D Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter keeps clicking 
until the end of the shooting.
 Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part will not be recorded smoothly.
 Under low light conditions, 3D panoramic images may be blurred.
 Under lights that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of the combined image is not 
always the same.
 When the whole angle of 3D panoramic shooting and the angle in which you fixed the focus and exposure 
(AE/AF lock) by pressing the shutter button halfway down are extremely different in brightness, color 
and focus, the shooting will not be successful. If this happens, change the lock angle and shoot again.
 [3D Sweep Panorama] is not suitable when shooting: – Subjects in motion.
– Subjects that are too close to the camera.
– Subjects with a repeating pattern such as tiles, and subjects with little contrast such as sky, sandy 
1 MENU  t [Shoot Mode]  t [3D Sweep Panorama].
2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, 
then press the shutter button fully down.
This part will not be taken.
3Pan the camera to the end, following the 
guidance on the LCD monitor.
Guidance bar
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contents Sample photo Menu Indexbeach, or lawn.
– Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
– Subjects with the sun or electric lights, etc. that are much brighter than surroundings.
 [3D Sweep Panorama] recording may be discontinued in the following situations:
– You pan the camera too fast or too slow.
– There is too much camera shake.
 You can pan the camera in the horizontal direction only when shooting 3D Sweep Panorama images.
zTips for shooting a 3D panoramic image
 Shoot a still subject.
 Maintain a sufficient distance between the subject and the  background.
 Shoot 3D images in a bright place, such as outdoors.
 Determine the scene and press the shutter button halfway, so  that you can lock the focus, exposure, and white balance. 
Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan the camera.
 When using a zoom lens, it is recommended that you use it  with W side.
 You can select the direction by operating the control dial L or the control wheel, or by  selecting MENU  t [Image Size]  t [Panorama Direction]. You can select the image 
size by selecting MENU  t [Image Size]  t [Image Size].
Pan the camera in a small arc at a constant 
speed in the direction indicated on the LCD 
screen, taking the following points into 
account. You should pan at about half speed of 
that in normal sweep panorama shooting.
zFile name of the 3D image
A 3D image consists of both JPEG and MPO files.
If you import images shot in [3D Sweep Panorama] mode into a computer, the following 2 
image data are stored in the same folder on the computer.

sss.jpg
 sss.mpo
If you delete either the JPEG file or the MPO file comprising a 3D image, that 3D image 
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contents Sample photo Menu IndexManual Exposure
You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and 
aperture.
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MENU  t [Shoot Mode]  t [Manual Exposure].
2 Set the shutter speed, aperture, ISO with the control dials L/R, and the 
control wheel.
Check the exposure value at “MM” (metered manual).
Toward +: Images become brighter.
Toward –: Images become darker.
0: Appropriate exposure analyzed by the camera
3Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
You can adjust the shutter speed, aperture value and ISO also during movie recording.
 You cannot select [Flash Off] and [Autoflash] in [Flash Mode]. When you want to fire the flash, press the 
(flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash. When you do not fire the flash, push down the flash.
 The     (SteadyShot warning) indicator is not indicated in manual exposure mode.
 The ISO setting [ISO AUTO] is set to [ISO 100] in manual exposure mode. Set the ISO sensitivity as  necessary.
 The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.
 When using an A-mount lens (sold separately), you can adjust the shutter speed, aperture, ISO when  focusing manually during movie recording.
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You can shoot trails with long exposure. BULB is suitable for shooting trails of light, 
such as fireworks.
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MENU  t [Shoot Mode]  t [Manual Exposure].
2 Turn the control dial L until [BULB] is indicated.
3 Press the shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus.
4 Press and hold the shutter button for the duration of the shooting.
As long as the shutter button is pressed, the shutter remains open.
 Since the shutter speed becomes slow and the camera shake tends to occur more easily, it is 
recommended that you use a tripod.
 The longer the exposure time, the more conspicuous the noise on the image.
 After shooting, noise reduction (Long Exposure NR) will be done for the same amount of time that the  shutter was open. You cannot do any further shooting during the reduction.
 When the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is activated, you cannot set the shutter speed to  [BULB].
 If the [Smile Shutter] or [Auto HDR] function is used with the shutter speed set to [BULB], the shutter  speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds.
BULB
Notes
zUsing the Remote Commander
Pressing the SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander triggers BULB 
shooting and pressing it again stops BULB shooting. You do not need to press and hold the 
SHUTTER button on the Wireless Remote Commander.
To use the Wireless Remote Commander, press  (Drive Mode) on the control wheel, 
and select [Remote Cdr.].