Sony Rx100 V User Guide

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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.
2 Select 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 RecordRecord 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.
[
NoticeIf 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 accessoriesThis 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.
[CAUTIONYou 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 ConformityTrade 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 
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AON/OFF (Power) button
B Power/Charge lamp
C Shutter button
D Mode dial
(Auto Mode)/
(Program Auto)/ (Aperture Priority)/
(Shutter Priority)/ (Manual Exposure)/ (Memory recall)/
(Movie)/ (High Frame 
Rate)/ (Sweep Panorama)/ (Scene Selection)
E For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever
For viewing:  (Index) lever/
Playback zoom lever
F Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator
G Flash
 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.
H Diopter-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.
J Microphone
K Viewfinder pop-up switch
L Hook 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.
N Control ring
O Lens
P Eye sensor
Q (Flash pop-up) switch R
Monitor
 You can adjust the monitor to an 
easily viewable angle and shoot 
from any position.
S For shooting: Fn (Function) 
button
For viewing:   (Send to 
Smartphone) button
T MOVIE (Movie) button
U Multi/Micro USB Terminal
 Supports Micro USB compatible 
device.
V HDMI micro jack
W MENU button
X Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)
Y Control 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
eg Speaker 
						

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Inserting the battery pack
1Open the cover.
2Insert the battery pack. While pressing the battery lock lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery lock lever locks after insertion.
 Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the  camera.
Battery lock lever