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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 Instruction Manual

Compact camera with 50x optical zoom
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http://rd1.sony.net/help/dsc/1640/h_zz/
DSC-HX350
4-595-949-11(1)

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  • Page 1 4-595-949-11(1) 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/1640/h_zz/ DSC-HX350...

  • Page 2: 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/1640/h_zz/ Viewing the Guide This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide. Fn (Function) MENU...

  • Page 3: Battery Pack

    -SAVE THESE lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using INSTRUCTIONS a genuine Sony battery charger or a DANGER device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of TO REDUCE THE small children.

  • Page 4: Usa And Canada

    U.S.A. sound of this unit. If you have any questions about this For Customers in the product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center U.S.A. and Canada 1-800-222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION matters only.

  • Page 5: For Customers In Europe

    Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 reasonable protection against harmful Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan interference in a residential installation. For EU product compliance: Sony This equipment generates, uses, and can Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe radiate radio frequency energy and, if not...
  • Page 6 Disposal of waste batteries For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please and electrical and electronic contact your local Civic Office, your equipment (applicable in the household waste disposal service or the European Union and other shop where you purchased the product or European countries with battery.

  • Page 7: Checking The Supplied Items

    Checking the supplied items 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) •...

  • Page 8: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts A Stereo microphone A Fn (Function) button B Viewfinder B CUSTOM (Custom) button C MOVIE (Movie) button • You can assign a desired function CUSTOM to the button. (Playback) button C Shutter button E FINDER/MONITOR button D For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever •...
  • Page 9 * For details on compatible accessories point the camera to a bright area for the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, to make it easier to adjust the visit the Sony web site, or consult diopter level. your Sony dealer or local authorized B Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Sony service facility.

  • Page 10: Inserting The Battery Pack

    Inserting the battery pack Battery lock lever Open the cover. Insert 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.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack Power/Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

  • Page 12: Charging Time (Full Charge)

    (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source. • When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). • Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied). Charging time (Full charge) The charging time is approximately 230 minutes using the AC Adaptor (supplied).
  • Page 13 • The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following conditions: – Using a Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark2) media (sold separately). – The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

  • Page 14: Supplying Power

    • The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) – DISP is set to [Display All Info.]. – Shooting once every 30 seconds. –...

  • Page 15: Inserting A Memory Card (Sold Separately)

    Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. Open the cover. Insert the memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Close the cover.

  • Page 16: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    Notes • Not all memory cards are guaranteed to operate correctly. For memory cards produced by manufacturers other than Sony, consult the manufacturers of the products. • When using Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory cards with this camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.

  • Page 17: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock ON/OFF (Power) Control button Select items: Set: Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. The Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time. • It may take some time for the power to turn on and allow operation. Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press z on the control button.

  • Page 18: Shooting Still Images/Movies

    Shooting still images/movies Shutter button W/T (zoom) lever Mode dial MOVIE W: zoom out : Intelligent Auto T: zoom in : Movie Shooting still images Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

  • Page 19: Viewing Images

    • Continuous movie shooting is possible for a maximum of approximately 29 minutes at one time with the camera’s default settings and when the ambient temperature is approximately 25°C (77°F). When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature.

  • Page 20: Introduction Of Other Functions

    Introduction of other functions Control dial Fn (Function) Control button MENU Control button DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. (Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracket shooting. (Exposure Comp.): Allows you to compensate the exposure and brightness for the entire image.

  • Page 21: Menu Items

    Menu Items (Camera Settings) Image Size Selects the size of still images. Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still images. Quality Sets the image quality for still images. Panorama: Size Selects the size of panoramic images. Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images. File Format Selects the movie file format.
  • Page 22 Sets the function to track a subject and continue Lock-on AF focusing. Selects to detect faces and adjust various settings Smile/Face Detect. automatically. Sets to automatically release the shutter when a smile is detected. Soft Skin Effect Sets the Soft Skin Effect and the effect level. Analyzes the scene when capturing faces, close-ups, Auto Obj.
  • Page 23 Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function. Sets the guide displayed when exposure settings are Exposure Set. Guide changed in the shooting screen. Sets whether to use the Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom Setting Zoom when zooming. Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still Write Date image.
  • Page 24 (Setup) Monitor Brightness Sets the monitor brightness. Volume Settings Sets the volume for movie playback. Audio signals Sets the functional sounds of the camera. Sets the upload function of the camera when using an Upload Settings Eye-Fi card. Sets whether to display the tile menu every time you Tile Menu press the MENU button.
  • Page 25 Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still File Number images and movies. Changes the selected folder for storing still images Select REC Folder and movies (MP4). Creates a new folder for storing still images and New Folder movies (MP4).

  • Page 26: Using Software

    Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to one of the following URLs, and then follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired software. Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ • An Internet connection is required. • For details on operation, refer to the support page or Help page of the...

  • Page 27: Importing Images To Your Computer And Using Them (Playmemories Home)

    (PlayMemories Home) The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required for importing AVCHD movies to your computer. http://www.sony.net/pm/ Playing back imported images Importing images from...

  • Page 28: Number Of Still Images And Recordable Time Of Movies

    Still images The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. Image Size]: L: 20M When [...
  • Page 29 Movies The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. Recordable time File (h (hour), m (minute)) Record Setting Format 8 GB 32 GB 64 GB AVCHD 60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX) 40 m 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) 4 h 5 m 8 h 15 m...

  • Page 30: Notes On Using The Camera

    Notes on using the camera Functions built into this camera • This manual describes 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. – To check whether your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i- compatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible device: 60i 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i •...

  • Page 31: Zeiss Lens

    Sony accessories Use only genuine Sony brand accessories, otherwise it may cause a malfunction. Sony brand accessories may not come to market for some countries or regions. On camera’s temperature Camera body and battery may get warm with use – this is normal.
  • Page 32 No guarantee in the case of damaged content or recording failures Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded images or audio data due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Recording media: Memory Stick PRO Duo media, Memory Stick Micro media, SD cards, microSD memory [System] cards Image device: 7.82 mm (1/2.3 type) Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity Exmor R™ CMOS sensor (Recommended Exposure Index) Effective pixel number of camera: set to Auto): Approx.
  • Page 34 Trademarks [Power, general] • Memory Stick and Power: Rechargeable battery pack, trademarks or registered trademarks 3.6 V of Sony Corporation. AC Adaptor, 5 V • “AVCHD Progressive” and the Power consumption: “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are Approx. 1.4 W (during shooting...
  • Page 35 GPL/ LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product.
  • Page 36 © 2016 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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