Sony Z3v manual Preview, Face registration, Flash, Scene selection

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Preview

You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them.

Unlimited

The preview of the photo or video appears after you shoot it.

5 seconds

The preview of the photo or video appears for 5 seconds after you shoot it.

3 seconds

The preview of the photo or video appears for 3 seconds after you shoot it.

Edit

The photo or video opens for editing after you shoot it.

Off

The photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.

Face registration

You can register faces with the Camera application so that the viewfinder automatically focuses on these faces when they appear in the viewfinder.

Flash

Use the flash to take photos when lighting conditions are poor or when there is a backlight. The following options are available when you tap the flash icon on the camera screen:

Auto

The camera automatically determines if the lighting conditions require the use of a flash.

Fill flash

Use this setting when the background is brighter than the subject. This setting removes unwanted dark shadows.

Red-eye reduction

Reduces the red color of eyes when taking a photo.

Off

The flash is turned off. Sometimes photo quality can be better without the flash, even if lighting conditions are poor. Taking a good photo without using the flash requires a steady hand. Use the self- timer to avoid blurred photos.

Flashlight

The flash light is turned on when you take photos.

Scene selection

Use the Scene selection feature to quickly set up the camera for common situations using pre-programmed scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for you to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo.

Off

The Scene selection feature is off and you can take photos manually.

Soft skin

Take photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect.

Soft snap

Use for shooting photos against a soft background.

Anti motion blur

Use for minimizing camera shake when shooting a slightly dark scene.

Landscape

Use for landscape photos. The camera focuses on distant objects.

Backlight correction HDR

Use to improve details in high contrast shots. The built-in backlight correction analyzes the image and automatically adjusts it to give you a perfectly lit shot.

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Contents User Guide Contents Typing text Transferring music to your deviceBluetooth wireless technology One-touch setup CameraCalendar 104 Alarm and clock 105 107Getting started Device FeaturesFind and tap Settings About phone Android version About this User guideSetting Up Your Device Inserting the SIM CardRemoving the SIM Card Starting your device for the first timeTurning Your Device On/Off Inserting the microSD CardFind and tap Settings Add account Google Why do I need a Google account?Tap Power off OK Charging your deviceBattery notification light status To charge your deviceCharging made easy Qi Wireless ChargingTo charge your device using the Wireless Charging accessory Tapping Using the touchscreenLearning the basics Touching and holdingPinching and spreading SwipingFlicking Locking and unlocking the screenHome screen To browse the Home screen Home screen panesTo go to the Home screen To set a pane as the main Home screen paneApplication screen Tap Search appsNavigating applications Small appsWidgets Shortcuts and folders Background and themes Recording your screen Find and tap Settings Personalization Lock screenTaking a screenshot Find and tap Settings Personalization Status bar icons Status and notificationsNotification light Find and tap Settings Personalization Manage notificationsIcons in the status bar Status iconsNotification icons Application overview Page Downloading applications from Google Play Find and tap Settings SecurityDownloading applications Downloading applications from other sourcesBrowsing the web Wi-FiInternet and networks Tap Advanced Mark the Wi-Fi notifications checkbox Increasing Wi-Fi signal strengthWi-Fi settings Tap Advanced Tap Keep Wi-Fi on during sleepTo share your mobile connection by NFC Wi-Fi tethering To share your data connection using a USB cableFind and tap Settings More… Tethering & Mobile Hotspot Find and tap Settings Data usage Controlling data usageTap Connect Virtual private networks VPNsMark the Restrict background data checkbox Synchronizing with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Synchronizing data on your deviceSynchronizing with online accounts To change the settings of an EAS account To set up an EAS account for synchronizationTap Settings Add account Exchange ActiveSync To set a synchronization interval for an EAS accountSound, ringtone and volume Basic settingsAccessing settings SIM card protection Screen settings Screen lockFind and tap Settings Security Screen lock PIN Tap Screen lock Bluetooth unlockFind and tap Settings Security Screen lock Pattern Tap ContinueLanguage settings Date and timeEnhancing the sound output Super-vivid modeHigh-resolution audio To play high-resolution audio via the micro USB port Noise cancellationTo play high-resolution audio using a headset only To use a noise canceling headsetTyping text On-screen keyboardTap , then tap One-handed keyboard Tap , then tap Keyboard settingsPhonepad Application bar Entering text using voice inputEditing text Mark the Google voice typing key checkboxPersonalizing the Xperia keyboard Tap Writing languages, then tapMaking calls To make a call using smart dialCalling To make a call by dialingRejecting a call with a message Receiving callsSmart call handling Tap Missed call Using the call logOngoing calls Voicemail Multiple callsConference calls Tap Hide call logTo make an emergency call To call your voicemail serviceEmergency calls To make an emergency call while the SIM card is lockedTransferring contacts Transferring contacts using an online accountContacts Other methods for transferring contactsTo search for a contact Searching and viewing contactsAdding and editing contacts To add a contactAdding medical and emergency contact information Tap Set ringtoneTap , then tap Edit medical info Tap ICE In Case of EmergencyTo enter your medical information To add a new ICE contactSending contact information Mark the Enable call in ICE checkboxFavorites and groups Mark the ICE in lock screen checkboxAvoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Backing up contactsSending and receiving email messages Setting up emailTap , then tap Settings Add account Forward Email preview paneReply or Reply all Tap Delete Tap , then tap Settings Split viewOrganizing your email messages Tap Delete account OK Email account settingsGmail Tap Check frequency Check frequency and select an optionListening to music MusicTransferring music to your device Walkman homescreen menu Walkman homescreenTo open the Walkman home screen menu To update your music with the latest informationTo enable the SensMe channels application To return to the Walkman homescreenSharing music on Facebook PlaylistsSharing music Visualizer Music Unlimited online serviceEnhancing the sound Camera Taking photos and recording videosFace detection Using Smile Shutter to capture smiling facesTap Focus mode Face detection To use the zoom functionTap Settings Location General camera settingsCapturing mode settings overview Adding the geographical position to your photosAR effect Manual modeSuperior auto Creative effectTimeshift video Background defocus modeSocial live FaceStill camera settings Smile Shutter Self timerFocus mode Metering Image stabilizerFlash PreviewFace registration Scene selectionTo adjust the video camera settings Video camera settingsVideo camera settings overview Video resolution Smile Shuttervideo HDR videoSteadyShot MicrophoneThis setting is only available in Manual capturing mode Photos and videos in Album Viewing photos and videosSharing and managing photos and videos Tap Movies Just onceItems Editing photos with the Photo editor applicationAnalyzing photos with faces in Album Tap Add nameAlbum homescreen menu To improve a photo using advanced settingsTo adjust the light settings for a photo To apply special effects to a photoViewing your photos on a map To view photos from online services in AlbumTo view and add comments to online album content To Like a photo or video on FacebookTo view geotagged photos on a globe To add a geotag to a photoTo view geotagged photos on a map To change the geotag of a photoWatching videos in the Movies application To change settings in MoviesVideos To play a video in MoviesVideo Unlimited service Transferring video content to your deviceManaging video content To get started with Video Unlimited Connectivity Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cableMirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV Tap MHL connectedPlaying files from your device on Dlna Certified devices Sharing content with Dlna Certified devicesPlaying files from Dlna Certified devices on your device Playing files on a Digital Media Renderer device To play a music track from your device on a DMR device Using DUALSHOCK4 wireless controllerTo view photos or videos from your device on a DMR device To share a contact with another device using NFC To connect a DUALSHOCK4 wireless controller to your phoneSettings Xperia Connectivity DUALSHOCK3/DUALSHOCK4 To share a music file with another device using NFCTo share a web address with another device using NFC Connecting to an NFC compatible deviceTo share a photo or video with another device using NFC Scanning NFC tagsFind and tap Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth wireless technologyPairing with another Bluetooth device Naming your deviceTap Unpair Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technologySelect Bluetooth To view files you have received using Bluetooth One-touch setupTo receive items using Bluetooth To start One-touch setup on your deviceSmart apps and features that save you time Controlling accessories and settings with Smart ConnectUsing your device as a fitness hub with ANT+ Managing devicesPage Find and tap Settings Google Location Using location servicesFind and tap Settings Location Travel and mapsTo search for a location Google Maps and navigationTo show your location on the map To get directionsUsing your device with a car infotainment system Airplane modeTo turn on Airplane mode 103Calendar and alarm clock CalendarTap Weather forecast Alarm and clockTap National holidays Tap Snooze Tap RepeatHelp in menus and applications Support and maintenanceHelp for your device Help us improve our softwareFinding a lost device 108Find and tap Settings About phone Status Battery and power managementFind and tap Settings Security my Xperia Activate Imei numberFind and tap Settings Battery Battery usage Power saving modesStamina mode feature overview Find and tap Settings Battery, then tap Stamina modeImproving memory performance Find and tap Settings Application manager RunningMemory and storage Tap Cached data OKFind and tap Settings Storage Transfer data to SD card Managing files using a computerTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Tap TransferTap Disconnect Restarting and resettingFind and tap Settings Xperia Connectivity USB Connectivity 114 Using your device in wet and dusty conditionsIP Ingress Protection rating Sony D6708 Recycling your device Limitations to services and featuresLegal information 115116
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Z3v specifications

The Sony Z3v, a flagship smartphone released by Sony, represents a significant advancement in mobile technology. Designed with a focus on performance, efficiency, and user experience, this device showcases a multitude of features that cater to both everyday users and tech enthusiasts alike.

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Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the Z3v's impressive 20.7-megapixel rear camera, equipped with Sony’s G Lens and an Exmor RS sensor. This combination enables stunning photo capture even in low-light conditions and offers a range of features, including HDR and burst shooting. The 2.2-megapixel front-facing camera ensures great selfies and smooth video calls.

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In summary, the Sony Z3v combines cutting-edge technology with a user-friendly experience. Its stunning display, powerful performance, top-notch camera capabilities, and durable design make it a device worth considering for anyone in the market for a reliable smartphone.
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