Metering, Image stabiliser, Preview, Flash | Sony LT25i specs

ISO

You can reduce image blurring caused by dark conditions or moving subjects by increasing the ISO sensitivity.

Auto

Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.

100

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.

200

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 200.

400

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 400.

800

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.

This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.

Metering

This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the amount of light striking the image you want to capture.

Center

Adjusts the exposure to the centre of the image.

Average

Calculates the exposure based on the amount of light striking the whole image.

Spot

Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.

This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.

Image stabiliser

When taking a photo, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabiliser helps you by compensating for small movements of the hand.

This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.

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 apears 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.

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 in the camera screen:

Auto

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Sony LT25i manual Metering, Image stabiliser, Preview, Flash

Contents

Xperia Contents Contacts Taking photos and recording videos Browsing the web Location services and sources Using GPS Google Maps 100Calendar 101 Alarm clock 110 Xperia V User guide Getting started About this User guideAndroid what and why? To check the current software version of your device Phone overview To insert a memory card AssemblyTo insert the micro SIM card To remove the micro SIM card To insert the batteryTo attach the battery cover Turning the device on and off Locking and unlocking the screenTo turn on the device To turn off the device Setup guide Accounts and servicesGoogle account Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account Using the keys Using the touchscreenGetting to know your device Marking options To scroll ScrollingTo zoom Battery Charging the batterySensors To flick Battery notification light status Improving battery performanceTo check the battery level To access the battery usage menu Estimating the standby time of your device Using Stamina modeUsing Low battery mode Lock screen Home screen Widgets Changing the background of your Home screen Rearranging your Home screenCustomisation options Accessing and using applications Taking a screenshotApplication screen Opening and closing applications Using small apps Recently used applications window Rearranging your Application screen Status and notificationsApplication menu To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel Checking notifications and ongoing activitiesTo open the Notification panel Accessing settings Setting your device from the Notification panelCustomising quick settings from the Notification panel On-screen keyboard Phonepad Entering text using voice input Application bar Editing textPersonalising the Xperia keyboard Customising your device Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the sound settings Ringtone settings Date and time Screen settings Language settingsAirplane mode Memory Using a headset Memory cardFormatting the memory card Clearing the application memory Internet and messaging settings Access Point Names APNs Mobile network settings Controlling data usage To select a network mode Data roamingTo select another network manually To activate automatic network selection Downloading applications Downloading applications from Google PlayDownloading applications from other sources To download an application from Google Play Calling Making callsMaking calls overview To make a call by dialling Rejecting a call with a message Receiving callsShowing or hiding your phone number Ongoing calls overview Using the call logOngoing calls Multiple calls Forwarding callsRestricting calls Conference calls Voicemail To make an emergency call while the SIM card is locked Emergency callsTo make an emergency call Transferring contacts using a computer Transferring contacts using an online accountContacts Transferring contacts To import contacts using Bluetooth technology Searching and viewing contactsContacts screen overview To import contacts from a SIM card Adding and editing contacts Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Favourites and groupsSending contact information Backing up contacts To link contactsTo separate linked contacts To export all contacts to a memory card Messaging and chat Reading and sending messagesTo create and send a message To read a received message Organising your messages Instant messaging and video chat Messaging settingsCalling from a message To learn more about Hangouts To start an instant message or a video callTo reply to a chat message or join a video call Setting up email To set up an email accountTo set an email account as your default account Sending and receiving email messages Email preview pane Organising your email messages Email account settings GmailTo remove an email account from your device To change the inbox check frequency Listening to music MusicTransferring music to your device To adjust the audio volume Walkman home screenTo play a song To find song-related information online Playlists Sharing music Sharing music on Facebook Recognising music with TrackID Enhancing the soundVisualiser To identify music using TrackID technology To view TrackID chartsTo view TrackID charts from another region To buy a track recognised by the TrackID application FM radio Listening to the radioTo listen to the FM radio To move between radio channels Sound settings Favourite radio channels Camera Taking photos and recording videos General camera settings Capturing mode settings overviewAdding the geographical position to your photos Quick launch Still camera settings Self-timer Focus mode Metering Image stabiliserPreview Flash To adjust the video camera settings Video camera settingsVideo camera settings overview Video resolution Microphone Album Viewing photos and videos Sharing and managing photos and videos Editing photos with the Photo editor application Analysing photos with faces in Album To improve a photo using advanced settings To adjust the light settings for a photoPhoto albums To apply special effects to a photo To view photos from online services in Album To view and add comments to online album contentViewing your photos on a map To Like a photo or video on Facebook To add a geotag to a photo To view geotagged photos on a mapTo view geotagged photos on a globe To change the geotag of a photo Movies Watching videos in the Movies applicationOverview of Movies To play a video in Movies Transferring video content to your device Managing video content Web browser Browsing the webWeb browser overview To browse with Google Chrome Connectivity Connecting to wireless networksBefore using Wi-Fi Advanced Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi network status Wi-Fi sleep policyWi-Fi Direct Sharing your mobile data connection To share your data connection using a USB cable To use your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspotVirtual private networks VPNs To rename or secure your portable hotspot Sharing content with Dlna Certified devices Playing files from Dlna Certified devices on your device To set access permissions for a pending device To change the access level of a registered devicePlaying files on a Digital Media Renderer device To stop sharing files with other Dlna Certified devices To turn on the NFC function To view photos or videos from your device on a DMR deviceTo play a music track from your device on a DMR device NFC detection area To share a contact with another device using NFCTo share a music file with another device using NFC Scanning NFC tags Bluetooth wireless technologyConnecting to an NFC compatible device Pairing with another Bluetooth device To pair your device with another Bluetooth deviceNaming your device To give your device a name Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Connecting your device to a computerTransferring and handling content using a USB cable To remove from the paired host MR2 PC CompanionTo disconnect from connected device MR2 Media Go Sony Bridge for Mac Connecting your device to a TV set using a cable To transfer content using Sony Bridge for MacTo view help about using the TV remote control Screen mirroring Smart Connect Managing devices To pair and connect an accessory To adjust the settings for a connected accessory Synchronising with Google services Synchronising data on your deviceAbout synchronising data on your device Synchronising with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Synchronising with Facebook Page Location services and sources Using GPSMaps and locations Getting the best performance Google Maps Viewing your friends’ locations with Google LatitudeTo use Google Maps To learn more about Google Maps Calendar and alarm clock Alarm clockAbout the alarm clock Calendar To set a new alarm To edit an existing alarmTo deactivate an alarm To activate an existing alarm To activate the vibrate function for an alarm To set alarms to sound when the device is in silent modeTo snooze an alarm when it sounds To turn off an alarm when it sounds Support and maintenance Updating your device wirelesslyUpdating your device using a USB cable connection Updating your device Preparing to use the Backup and restore application Backup and restore applicationTypes of content you can back up Resetting your device Managing backup records Imei number Setting a screen lockLocking and protecting your device To disable the Face Unlock feature To unlock the screen using a screen unlock patternTo disable the screen unlock pattern To disable the screen unlock PIN Recycling your device Finding your deviceSupport application Reference Status and notification icons overviewStatus icons 110 111 Application overviewNotification icons 112 Limitations to services and features Important informationImportant information leaflet Water resistance Legal information IP Ingress Protection ratingSonyLT25i 114 115