Sony SLT-A37K, SLTA37K Using the flash

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Using the shooting functions

Using the shooting functions

Using the flash

In a dark location, using the flash allows you to shoot the subject brightly,

and it also helps to prevent camera shake. When shooting into the sun, you

can use the flash to shoot a bright image of the backlit subject.

1Fn button t (Flash Mode) t Select the desired setting

• For further information on the flash modes available for each shooting

mode, see page 73.

2Press the button.

The flash pops up.

• In Intelligent Auto, Superior Auto or

Scene Selection mode, the flash

automatically pops up if the amount of

light is insufficient or the subject is

backlit. The built-in flash does not pop

up even if you press the button.

button

3After the flash has finished

charging, shoot the subject.

Flashing: The flash is being charged.

When the indicator flashes, you cannot

release the shutter.

Lit: The flash has been charged and

is ready to fire.

• When you press the shutter button

halfway down under dark lighting in

autofocus mode, the flash may be fired

to help focus on a subject (AF

Illuminator).

(Flash charging) indicator

Contents

Main 4-420-752-11(1) SLT-A37 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual A-mount Page Battery charger RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Battery Pack and lens Regulatory Information For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada For Customers in the U.S.A. Note: For Customers in Europe Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives Attention Notice Notice for customers in the United Kingdom Table of Contents Preparing the camera Shooting and viewing images Shooting images to suit your subject Page Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure Notes on the functions available with the camera No compensation for contents of the recording Back up recommendation Notes on importing AVCHD movies to a computer Notes when playing movies on other devices Warning on copyright The pictures used in this manual On the data specifications described in this manual Preparing the camera Identifying parts Front side Rear side Top side Sides/Bottom Preparing the camera Lens Charging the battery pack 1 the battery charger. 2 to the wall outlet (wall socket). Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) To remove the battery pack To remove the memory card To check the remaining battery level Available memory cards Preparing the camera Attaching a lens 1 2 3 1 2 Note on changing the lens Turning the camera on and setting the clock 1 2 3 4 5 6 Before shooting Page Shooting still images 1 2 3 4 5 6 Shooting and viewing images Recording movies 1 2 start recording. Playing back images 1 2 desired mode 3 Deleting images (Delete) 1 2 Page Shooting images to suit your subject Shooting with the various shooting modes The following shooting modes are provided with the camera: Set the mode dial to the desired mode. Scene recognized by the camera Shooting function 1 2 subject. Scene Selection 1 Shooting images to suit your subject 2 control button. Panorama). To change the scene, press the Fn button, then select another scene. Sweep Panorama/ 3D Sweep Panorama Page Using the shooting functions Using the shooting functions Using the flash 1 2 3 charging, shoot the subject. Page Adjusting the brightness of the image 1 2 control dial. Page Using the shooting functions Selecting the drive mode on the control button t Select the desired mode Switching the recording information display (DISP) Setting image size MENU button t 1 t [Image Size] t Select the desired size MENU button t 1 t [Panorama: Size] or [3D Pan.: Image Size] t Select the desired size Image Size Panorama: Size Page Using the playback functions Enlarging images 1 2 3 Switching to the display of the image list Viewing images on a TV screen 1 2 3 Functions list Functions that can be operated with the buttons/switch Selecting a function with the Fn (Function) button 1 2 3 Functions that can be selected with the Fn (Function) button The functions that can be selected with the Fn button are as follows: Page The functions selected with the MENU button Movie shooting menu Custom menu Page Playback menu Memory Card Tool menu Clock setup menu Setup menu Page Using the guide function of the camera In-Camera Guide Shooting Tip 1 2 Using with your computer Recommended computer environment (Windows) Viewing images on a computer Recommended computer environment (Mac) Using the software Log on as Administrator. Installing the software (Windows) 1 the CD-ROM drive. 1 Using Image Data Converter 2 3 4 Using PlayMemories Home Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies Creating a disc using a computer Creating a disc with a device other than a computer Others List of icons on the screen Graphic Display (LCD screen) Display All Info. (LCD screen) For playback (Basic information display) Page Page Functions available for each shooting mode * When [Manual Exposure] is selected, this function is not available. Flash modes available Learning more about the camera ( Handbook) Checking the number of recordable images/recording time The number of images that can be recorded on a memory card The number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack Available recording time for a movie Memory Stick PRO Duo (h (hour), m (minute)) Notes on continuous movie recording Page Specifications Camera [System] [Image sensor] [SteadyShot] [LCD screen] [Exposure control] [Shutter] [Built-In-Flash] [Continuous shooting] [Image zooming playback] [Recording format] Page Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. BC-VW1 Battery charger Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 Battery charger/Battery Lens Page Page Page Index Index Index Numerics A B C M N O P Q