Digital Still Camera
User’s Guide/
Troubleshooting
2-673-176-12(1) 2006 Sony Corporation
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Digital Still Camera
User’s Guide/
Troubleshooting
DSC-H2/H5
“Read This First” (separate volume)
Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/playback with your camera.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and
“Read This First” (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-H2/H5
Serial No. ___________________________
Enjoying the camera
Using the menu
Using the Setup screen
Using your computer
Printing still images
Connecting your camera to your TV
Troubleshooting
Others
Index2
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
WARNING
For Customers in the U.S.A.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
– Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
Use
Installation4
Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:– When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set.
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
– If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition.
Service5
Read this first
RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE
BATTERIES
Nickel Metal Hydride batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Nickel Metal Hydride batteries.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
Regulatory Information
CAUTION
You 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. and
Canada
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.:DSC-H5
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This 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.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.:DSC-H2
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This 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.6
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 product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the
European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
For Customers in Europe
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom7
Notes on using your camera
Types of “Memory Stick” that can be used (not supplied)
The IC recording medium used by this camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”. There are two types of “Memory Stick”.
“Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a
“Memory Stick Duo” with your camera.
“Memory Stick”: you cannot use a
“Memory Stick” with your camera.
Other memory cards cannot be used.
• For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see page 108.
When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with “Memory Stick” compatible equipment
You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” by inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo
Adaptor (not supplied).
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
Notes on the Nickel-Metal Hydride battery
• Charge both of the Ni-MH batteries (supplied) before using the camera for the first time.
(t step 1 in “Read This First”)
• The batteries can be charged even if they are not completely discharged. Also, even if batteries are not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the batteries as is.
• If you do not intend to use the batteries for a long time, use up the existing charge and remove them from your camera, then store them in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the batteries’ functions (page 110).
• For details on the usable batteries, see page 110.
Carl Zeiss lens
This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast.
The lens for this camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
No compensation for contents of the recording
• The contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media, etc.
Internal memory and “Memory Stick
Duo” back up
• Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery or “Memory Stick Duo” while the access lamp is lighted, as the internal memory data or
“Memory Stick Duo” data may be destroyed.
Always protect your data by making a back up copy. See page 30 for the data back up method.
Notes on recording/playback
• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions”
(page 112) before operating the camera.
• Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.
• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water entering the inside of the camera may cause malfunctions which in some cases may not be repairable.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your camera.
• Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play back properly.8
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 112).
• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images, this may render the recording medium unusable, or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.
• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission.
Notes on the LCD screen, LCD finder and lens
• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the
LCD finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
• Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors.
• Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction.
• Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction.
• This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.
On image data compatibility
• This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Association).
• Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera.
On illustrations
Illustrations used in this manual are of the DSC-
H2 unless noted otherwise.
Black, white, red, blue and green points9
For full use of the digital still camera
Prepare the camera and shoot images easily
“Read This First” (separate volume)
1 Prepare the batteries
2 Turn the camera on/set the clock
3 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied)
4 Select the image size for use
5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode)
Shoot still images (Scene Selection)
6 View/delete images
Get more friendly with your camera This manual
• Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting/
Manual exposure shooting) t page 33
• Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 43
• Change the default settings t page 56
Connect your camera to a PC or a printer This manual
• Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in various ways t page 69
• Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer
(PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 8610
Table of contents
Read this first ........... 5
Notes on using your camera ....... 7
Basic techniques for better images ............. 13
Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully............ 13
Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity .......... 14
Color – On the effects of lighting ....... 16
Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ........ 16
Identifying parts ........... 18
Indicators on the screen............ 22
Changing the screen display..... 27
Number of still images and recording time of movies ........... 28
When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory).......... 29
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed ............ 31
Using the jog dial ......... 32
Using the mode dial ............ 33
Shooting with manual adjustment .......... 35
Continuous shooting ........... 41
Using menu items .......... 43
Menu items .......... 44
Shooting menu............. 45
COLOR (Color Mode)
(Metering Mode)
WB (White Bal)
ISO
(P.Quality)
BRK (Bracket Step)
(Interval)
(Flash Level)
(Contrast)
(Sharpness)
(Setup)
Enjoying the camera
Using the menu
M11
Viewing menu ..........49
(Folder)
- (Protect)
DPOF
(Print)
(Slide)
(Resize)
(Rotate)
(Divide)
(Setup)
Trimming
Using Setup items ..........56
Camera 1 ..........57
AF Mode
Digital Zoom
Function Guide
Red Eye Reduction
AF Illuminator
Auto Review
Camera 2 ..........60
Expanded Focus
Flash Sync.
STEADY SHOT
Conversion Lens
Internal Memory Tool ...........62
Format
Memory Stick Tool .........63
Format
Create REC. Folder
Change REC. Folder
Copy
Setup 1 .......65
LCD Backlight (DSC-H5 only)
EVF Backlight
Beep
Language
Initialize
Setup 2 .......67
File Number
USB Connect
Video Out
Clock Set
Using the Setup screen
1
2
1
212
Enjoying your Windows computer .......... 69
Installing the software (supplied) .......... 71
Copying images to your computer ......... 72
Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a
“Memory Stick Duo”) ........... 78
Using the “Cyber-shot Viewer” (supplied) ........ 79
Using your Macintosh computer ........... 83
How to print still images............ 85
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer ........... 86
Printing at a shop......... 89
Viewing images on a TV screen ........... 91
Troubleshooting............ 93
Warning indicators and messages ............ 105
On the “Memory Stick”............ 108
On the battery charger and the batteries....... 110
Precautions ........... 112
Specifications............. 114
Using your computer
Printing still images
Connecting your camera to your TV
Troubleshooting
Others
Index............ 11613
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Basic techniques for better images
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically
(Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t “Choosing a focus method” (page 38)
If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake. t See
“Hints for preventing blur” (as follows).
Focus
Focusing on a subject successfully
Press the shutter button fully down straight away.
Press the shutter button halfway down.
AE/AF lock indicator
Flashing , lit/beeps
Then press the shutter button fully down.
Hints for preventing blur
Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. Also, you can stabilize the camera by leaning against a tree or a building beside you. Using the 2-second delay self-timer or a tripod, or turning on the anti-blur function may be effective. Also, using the flash in dark places is also recommended.
Focus Exposure Color Quality
This section describes the basics so you can enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the mode dial (page 33), jog dial (page 32), the menus
(page 43), and so on.14
You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Exposure
Adjusting the light intensity
Overexposure
= too much light
Whitish image
The exposure is automatically set to the proper value in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust it manually using the functions below.
Manual exposure:Allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. t page 37
Image Brightness (EV):Allows you to adjust the exposure that has been determined by the camera. t step 5 in “Read This First”, page 37
Metering Mode:Allows you to change the part of the subject to be measured to determine the exposure. t page 45
Correct exposure
Underexposure
= too little light
Darker image
Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives light
Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass through
ISO = Recording sensitivity
Exposure:15
Enjoying the camera
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity
ISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device
(equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity.
To adjust the ISO sensitivity t page 47
Hints for adjusting the exposure (EV)
When shooting a whitish overall image such as a backlit subject or a snowy scene
The camera judges that the subject is bright so that the exposure is darker.
Adjust in the + direction
When shooting a darker overall image
The camera judges that the subject is dark so that the exposure is brighter.
Adjust in the – direction
Y ou can check the exposure referring to the histogram chart. Be careful not to overexpose or underexpose your subject (giving a whitish or darkish image). t step 5 in “Read This
First”, page 38
High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location.
However, the image tends to become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image.
However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.16
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
Example: The color of an image affected by light sources
The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 46).
A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels.
If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels.
Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Description of the pixels and the image size
Color
On the effects of lighting
Weather/lighting Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent
Characteristics of light White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish
Quality
On “image quality” and “image size”
1 Image size: 7M (DSC-H5 only)
3072 pixels × 2304 pixels = 7,077,888 pixels
2 Image size: 6M (DSC-H2 only)
2816 pixels × 2112 pixels = 5,947,392 pixels
3 Image size: VGA
640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels
Pixels17
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Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”)
The default settings are marked with .
1)
Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.
2)
Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 102).
3)
By using a Memory Stick slot or USB connection, you can enjoy higher quality images.
• The larger the image size, the higher the quality is.
• The more frames per second you played back, the smoother playback can be.
Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 47)
You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved. When you select a high compression ratio, the image lacks the fineness of detail, but has a smaller file size.
Pixel
Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size)
Example: Printing in up to A3 size (DSC-
H5)/A4 size (DSC-
H2)
Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size)
Example: An attached image to be sent by e-mail
Image size Usage guidelines
7M (3072×2304)
(DSC-H5 only)
Larger
Smaller
Up to A3/11×17'print
3:2
1)
(3072×2048)
(DSC-H5 only)
Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio
6M (2816×2112)
(DSC-H2 only)
Up to A4/8×10'print
3:2
1)
(2816×1872)
(DSC-H2 only)
Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio
5M (2592×1944)
(DSC-H5 only)
Up to A4/8×10'print
3M (2048×1536) Up to 13×18cm/5×7'print
2M (1632×1224) Up to 10×15cm/4×6'print
VGA (640×480) For E-mail
16:9
2)
(1920×1080) Display On 16:9 HDTV
3)
Movie image size Frame/Second Usage guidelines
640(Fine) (640×480) Approx. 30 Display on TV (high quality)
640(Standard) (640×480) Approx. 17 Display on TV (standard)
160 (160×112) Approx. 8 For E-mail18
Identifying parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
A POWER lamp (t step 2 in “Read This
First”)
B Mode dial (33)
C /BRK button (41)
D Shutter button (t step 5 in “Read This
First”)
E Jog dial (32)
F FOCUS button (38)
G Microphone
H Self-timer lamp (t step 5 in “Read This
First”)/AF illuminator (59)
I Lens
J Flash (t step 5 in “Read This First”)
K Hook for shoulder strap (20)
L A/V OUT jack (91)
M (USB) jack (73)
N Jack cover
A (Playback) button (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
B FINDER/LCD button (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
C Finder (t step 5 in “Read This First”)
D Finder adjustment dial (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
E LCD screen (27)
F Control button
Menu on: v/V/b/B/z (t step 2 in
“Read This First”)
M e n u o f f : /// ( t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
G (Image Size/Delete) button
(t step 4 and 6 in “Read This First”)
H Access lamp (t step 4 in “Read This
First”)
I (STEADY SHOT) button (t step
5 in “Read This First”)
J POWER button (t step 2 in “Read This
First”)19
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K For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button
(t step 5 in “Read This First”)
For viewing: / (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
L (Screen display switch) button (27)
M MENU button (43)
N Hook for shoulder strap (20)
O AC Adaptor cord cover
When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor
(not supplied)
For details, refer to the operation manual supplied with the AC adaptor.
• Do not pinch the cord when you close the cover.
P Speaker (bottom)
Q “Memory Stick Duo” cover (bottom)
(t step 3 in “Read This First”)
R OPEN button (bottom) (t step 1 in
“Read This First”)
S Battery cover (bottom) (t step 1 in
“Read This First”)
T Tripod receptacle (bottom)
• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than
5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.20
Attaching the shoulder strap and the lens cap
Attaching the lens hood
When you shoot in bright lighting conditions, such as outdoors, we recommend that you use the lens hood to reduce the image quality deterioration caused by unnecessary light.
1 Attach the adaptor ring.
2 Position the lens hood as shown below and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.
• You can attach the lens cap with the lens hood attached.
• When using the lens hood, be careful that the following:– The AF illuminator light may be blocked.
– The flash light may be blocked, causing the shadow to appear when using the built-in flash.21
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Storing the lens hood
The lens hood can be attached in the reverse direction to store it with the camera when it is not in use.
Position the lens hood as shown below and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.
Attaching a conversion lens (not supplied)
When you want to do enhanced wide-angle shots or zoom-in shots on distant objects, attach a conversion lens.
1 Attach the adaptor ring.
2 Attach a conversion lens.
• For details, see the operating instructions supplied with your conversion lens.22
Indicators on the screen
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
When shooting still images
When shooting movies
A
Display Indication
Battery remaining (t step
1 in “Read This First”)z AE/AF lock (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
BRK Recording mode (33, 41)
White balance (46)
STBY
REC
Standby/Recording a movie
(t step 5 in “Read This
First”)
Mode dial (Scene
Selection) (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
M
WB
P S A M Mode dial (33)
Camera mode (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
Flash mode (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
Flash charging
• The LCD screen gets dim while charging. (DSC-H5 only)
Zoom scaling (57, t step 5 in “Read This First”)
Red-eye reduction (58)
REAR Flash synchro (60)
Sharpness (48)
Contrast (48)
Conversion lens (61)
AF illuminator (59)
Metering mode (45)
VIVID
NATURAL
SEPIA B&W
Color mode (45)
Display Indication
SL
1.3
ON23
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BC
Display Indication
Peaking High
Peaking Low
Peaking Off
Peaking (40)
Manual focus bar (40)zSet Flexible spot AF (39)
Manual focus (40)
Macro (t step 5 in “Read
This First”)
Manual focus (40)
AF mode (57)
AF range finder frame indicator (38)
STEADY SHOT OFF (t step 5 in “Read This First”)
2 5 10 90cm
0.9 2 5m
S AF M AF C AF
Display Indication
Image size (t step 4 in
“Read This First”)
• and are displayed only for the DSC-H5.
• is displayed only for the DSC-H2.
• is displayed only when the Multi Burst is activated.
FINE STD Image quality (47)
Recording folder (63)
• This does not appear when using internal memory.
Remaining internal memory capacity (29)
Remaining “Memory
Stick” capacity (28)
00:00:00
[00:28:05]
Recording time [maximum recordable time] (28, 29)
1/30' Multi Burst interval (48)
400 Remaining number of recordable images (28, 29)
Self-timer (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display
(105)
ISO number (47)
7M 6M 5M
3M 3:2
16:9 VGA 1M
160
STD
640
FINE
640
7M 5M
6M
1M
10124
DE
Display Indication
Vibration warning (13)
• Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images due to insufficient lighting. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. However, we recommend that you turn on the anti-blur function, you use the flash for better lighting or using a tripod or other means to stabilize the camera.
E Low battery warning (31,
105)
+ Spot metering cross hair
(45)
AF range finder frame (38)
Display Indication
Histogram (27, 38)
NR slow shutter (36)
• When using certain shutter speeds*, the NR slow shutter function activates automatically to reduce the picture noise.
* When [ISO] is [Auto],
[80] to [200]: 1/6 second or slower
When [ISO] is [400] to
[1000], or the mode dial is set to (High
Sensitivity): 1/25 second or slower
125 Shutter speed (36)
F3.5 Aperture value (36)
+2.0EV Exposure Value (37, t step5 in “Read This First”)
MOVE
MOVEzOK
Flexible spot AF (39)
Manual focus (40)
(not displayed on the screen on the previous page)
Menu (43)25
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When playing back still images
When playing back movies
A
B
BACK/NEXT VOLUME
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Display Indication
Battery remaining (t step
1 in “Read This First”)
Recording mode (33, 41)
Image size (t step 4 in
“Read This First”)
Playback mode (t step 6 in “Read This First”)
- Protect (50)
Print order (DPOF) mark
(89)
Change folder (49)
• This does not appear when using internal memory.
Zoom scaling (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
Step
12/16
Frame by frame playback
(42)
N Playback (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
Vo l u m e (t step 6 in “Read
This First”)
Display Indication
101-0012 Folder-file number (49)
Playback bar (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
M
7M 6M 5M
3M 3:2
16:9 VGA 1M
160
STD
640
FINE
640
1.326
C
D
E
Display Indication
PictBridge connecting (87)
Recording folder (63)
• This does not appear when using internal memory.
Playback folder (49)
• This does not appear when using internal memory.
Remaining internal memory capacity (29)
Remaining “Memory
Stick” capacity (28)
8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display
(105)
00:00:12 Counter (t step 6 in “Read
This First”)
Display Indication
PictBridge connecting (88)
• Do not disconnect the
USB cable, while the icon is displayed.
+2.0EV Exposure V alue (37, t step
5 in “Read This First”)
ISO number (47)
Metering mode (45)
Flash
White balance (46)
500 Shutter speed (36)
F3.5 Aperture value (36)
Playback image (t step 6 in “Read This First”)
101
101
WB
Display Indication
Histogram (27, 38)
• appears when histogram display is disabled.
2006 1 1
9:30 AM
Recorded date/time of the playback image
Menu (43)z PAUSEz PLAY
Playing back Multi Burst images in series (41)
BACK/
NEXT
Select images
VOLUME Adjust volume
DPOF27
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Changing the screen display
Each time you press the (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as follows.
• By pressing the (Screen display switch) button longer, you can brighten the LCD backlight (DSC-H5 only)/finder backlight
(page 65, t step 5 in “Read This First”).
• When you set the histogram display to on, image information is displayed during playback.
• The histogram does not appear in the following situations:While shooting
– When the menu is displayed.
– When recording movies
During playback
– When the menu is displayed.
– In index mode
– When you are using playback zoom.
– When you are rotating still images.
– During playback of movies
• A large difference in the histogram displayed when shooting and during playback may occur when:– The flash strobes.
– The shutter speed is slow or high.
• The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras.
Histogram display
Histogram on
Indicators off
Indicators on
(Screen display switch) button28
Number of still images and recording time of movies
The tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that can be recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. For image size and image quality, t step 4 in “Read
This First”, see page 16.
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and
[Standard] on the lower line.) (Units: Images)
• The number of images listed is for when the normal mode is selected.
• When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears.
• You can resize the images later ([Resize], page 52).
The recording time of movies (Units: hour : minute : second)
• Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
• When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.
Capacity
Size
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
7M (DSC-H5 only)
91 83 76 71 3 72 7 95 7 3
18 36 73 132 268 548 1125
3:2 (DSC-H5 only)
91 83 76 71 3 72 7 95 7 3
18 36 73 132 268 548 1125
6M (DSC-H2 only)
10 21 42 77 157 322 660
19 39 79 142 290 592 1215
3:2 (DSC-H2 only)
10 21 42 77 157 322 660
19 39 79 142 290 592 1215
5M (DSC-H5 only)
12 25 51 92 188 384 789
23 48 96 174 354 723 1482
3M 20 41 82 148 302 617 1266
37 74 149 264 537 1097 2250
2M 33 66 133 238 484 988 2025
61 123 246 446 907 1852 3798
VGA 196 394 790 1428 2904 5928 12154
491 985 1975 3571 7261 14821 30385
16:9 33 66 133 238 484 988 2025
61 123 246 446 907 1852 3798
Capacity
Size
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
640(Fine) – – – 0:02:50 0:06:00 0:12:20 0:25:10
640(Standard) 0:01:20 0:02:50 0:05:50 0:10:40 0:21:40 0:44:20 1:31:00
160 0:22:40 0:45:30 1:31:30 2:51:20 5:47:00 11:44:20 24:18:2029
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When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo”
(Recording with the internal memory)
The camera has 30 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory.
• Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory.
Recordable number of still images and time of movies in the internal memory are as follows.
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and
[Standard] on the lower line.)
(Units: Images)
1)
DSC-H5 only
2)
DSC-H2 only
The recording time of movies
(Units: hour : minute : second)
• When measuring media capacity, 1MB equals 1 million bytes, a portion of which is used for data management.
When a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick
Duo”.
[Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” are played back.
[Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images on the “Memory Stick Duo”.
When there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded using the internal memory.
[Playback]: Images stored in the internal memory are played back.
[Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images in the internal memory.
Size
Capacity
7M
1)
3:2
1)
6M
2)
3:2
2)
5M
1)
3M 2M VGA 16:9
30MB 8 8 9 9 12 19 31 183 31
17 17 18 18 22 34 57 459 57
Size
Capacity
640(Standard) 160
30MB 0:01:20 0:21:50
Internal memory
B
B30
We recommend that you copy (back up) data without fail using one of the following methods.
To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick Duo”
Prepare a “Memory Stick Duo” with a capacity of 32 MB or more, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 64).
To copy (back up) data on a hard disk of your computer
Perform the procedure on pages 72 to 74 without a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera.
• You cannot move image data on a “Memory Stick Duo” to the internal memory.
• Y ou can copy data stored in the internal memory to a computer via a USB connection between a computer and your camera, but you cannot copy data on a computer to the internal memory.
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Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed
The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery life when you shoot images in
[Normal] mode with the batteries (supplied) at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the “Memory
Stick Duo” as necessary.
Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use.
• The battery capacity decreases as the number of uses increases and also over time (page 110).
• The number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery life are decreased under the following conditions:– The surrounding temperature is low.
– The flash is used frequently.
– The camera has been turned on and off many times.
– The zoom is used frequently.
– The brightness of LCD backlight (DSC-H5 only) or EVF backlight is set to up.
– [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor] or [Continuous].
– [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Continuous].
– The battery power is low.
When shooting still images
• Shooting in the following situations:– (P.Quality) is set to [Fine].
– [AF Mode] is set to [Single].
– [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Shooting].
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The zoom is switched alternately between the
W and T ends.
– The flash strobes once every two times.
– The power turns on and off once every ten times.
• The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products
Association)
• The number of shooting images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size.
When viewing still images
• Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals
When shooting movies
• Shooting movies continuously with an image size of [160]
Battery
LCD/
Finder
No. of images
Battery life
(min.)
DSC-H5
NH-AA-DB
(Ni-MH)
(supplied)
LCD
Approx.
340
Approx.
170
Finder
Approx.
370
Approx.
185
Alkaline
LCD Approx. 50 Approx. 25
Finder Approx. 60 Approx. 30
DSC-H2
NH-AA-DB
(Ni-MH)
(supplied)
LCD
Approx.
400
Approx.
200
Finder
Approx.
400
Approx.
200
Alkaline
LCD Approx. 60 Approx. 30
Finder Approx. 60 Approx. 30
Batteries
No. of images
Battery life
(min.)
DSC-H5
NH-AA-DB (Ni-
MH) (supplied)
Approx.
8600
Approx.
430
DSC-H2
NH-AA-DB (Ni-
MH) (supplied)
Approx.
9800
Approx.
490
NH-AA-DB (Ni-MH) (supplied) (min.)
LCD Finder
DSC-H5
Approx. 190 Approx. 230
DSC-H2
Approx. 250 Approx. 25032
Using the jog dial
The jog dial is used to change the setting values when shooting with the manual adjustment modes (shutter speed priority mode, aperture priority mode, manual exposure mode) or the EV adjustment.
By turning the jog dial, you can also easily view the next/previous image.
To select the value
Turn the jog dial to change the values you want to set.
To select the item
Turn the jog dial to select the item you want to set the value.
• You cannot set items that are not available to select.
Jog dial
Ye l l o w
(adjustable)
Ye l l o w
(adjustable)
Change the values in yellow.
The displayed value is set.
Press the jog dial to switch the screen for selecting an item and the screen for adjusting a value.
Ye l l o w
(selectable)
Ye l l o w
(selectable)
Move the yellow indication V to select the item.
When adjusting the value
When selecting the item33
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Using the mode dial
Set the mode dial to the desired function.
Still image shooting modes: Auto Adjustment
Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in “Read
This First”
P: Program Auto
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu.
(For details on the functions available t page 44)
S: Shutter Speed Priority Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually (page 36).
Also, you can select the various settings using the menu.
(For details on the functions available t page 44)
A: Aperture Priority Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually (page 36).
Also, you can select the various settings using the menu.
(For details on the functions available t page 44)
M: Manual Exposure Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) (page 37).
Also, you can select the various settings using the menu.
(For details on the functions available t page 44): Scene Selection mode
Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. t step 5 in
“Read This First”
Mode dial
Control button: Moviet step 5 in “Read This First”34
In this Operating Instructions, the available mode dial setting is shown as follows.
Scene Selection
For details t step 5 in “Read This First”
For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera.
( : you can select the desired setting)
Macro Flash White Balance Flash level
Burst/Multi Burst/
Exposure Bracket
—
—— —
Auto/ / —
/
/
— /
Unavailable Available
SL WB35
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Shooting with manual adjustment
The camera automatically adjusts the focus and the exposure, however, you can manually adjust these settings.
Y ou can change the aperture value and shutter speed combination while keeping the brightness fixed.
1 Select the aperture value and shutter speed combination using the jog dial (page 32).
is indicated while the aperture value and shutter speed combination is shifted.
2 Shoot the image.
To cancel Program Shift, turn the jog dial to return the indication from to .
• You cannot shift the aperture value and shutter speed combination when the shutter button is pressed halfway down.
• When the brightness changes, the aperture value and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount.
Characteristics of “shutter speed” Characteristics of “aperture”
(F value)
Faster
Moving objects appear stopped.
Slower
Moving objects appear to flow.
Open
In-focus range narrows, both backward and forward.
Close
In-focus range widens, both backward and forward.
Shooting with Program Shift P S A M
FOCUS button
Mode dial
Jog dial
Aperture value
Exposure value
Shutter speed36
• You may not be able to change the aperture value and shutter speed combination depending on your shooting situations.
• When the flash mode setting is changed, Program Shift is canceled.
• Setting the mode dial to other than P or turning off the power cancels Program Shift.
You can adjust the shutter speed manually.
1 Select a shutter speed using the jog dial (page 32).
You can select a shutter speed from 1/1000 to 30 seconds.
2 Shoot the image.
• Shutter speeds of one second or longer are indicated by [”], for example, 1”.
• When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of vibration.
• If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data.
• If you select certain shutter speeds*, the NR slow shutter function activates automatically to reduce the picture noise and “NR” appears.
* When [ISO] is [Auto], [80] to [200]: 1/6 second or slower
When [ISO] is [400] to [1000]: 1/25 second or slower
• If the proper exposure is not obtained after making the settings, the setting value indicators on the screen flash when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. You can shoot in this condition, but we recommend that you adjust the flashing values again.
• The flash is set to (Flash forced on) or (Flash forced off).
• When the shutter speed is high, the amount of flash light may be insufficient even if you fire the flash.
You can manually adjust the amount of light that passes through the lens.
1 Select an aperture value using the jog dial (page 32).
– When the zoom is set fully to the W side, you can select an aperture from F2.8 to F8.0.
– When the zoom is set fully to the T side, you can select an aperture from F3.7 to F8.0.
2 Shoot the image.
• The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/1000 to 8 seconds. When you set an aperture value of
F5.6 or more, the values start from 1/2000 second.
• If the proper exposure is not obtained after making the settings, the setting value indicators on the screen flash when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. You can shoot in this condition, but we recommend that you adjust the flashing values again.
• The flash is set to (Flash forced on), (Slow synchro) or (Flash forced off).
Shooting with shutter speed priority mode
P S A M
Shooting with aperture priority mode
P S A M
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You can manually adjust the shutter speed and the aperture values.
1 Select a shutter speed using the jog dial (page 32).
2 Select an aperture value using the jog dial (page 32).
The difference between the settings and proper exposure judged by the camera appears as an EV value (below) on the screen. 0EV indicates the value judged as the most suitable by the camera.
3 Shoot the image.
• The camera maintains the setting even when the power is turned off. Once you set a value you like, you can reproduce the same exposure by simply setting the mode dial to M.
• If the proper exposure is not obtained after making the settings, the setting value indicators on the screen flash when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. You can shoot in this condition, but we recommend that you adjust the flashing values again.
• The flash is set to (Flash forced on) or (Flash forced off).
1 Press b ( ) on the control button.
The exposure value turns yellow.
2 Select an exposure value using the jog dial (page 32).
Toward +: Brightens an image.
0EV:The exposure is determined automatically by the camera.
Toward –: Darkens an image.
• For details on the exposure t page 14
• The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments (+2.0EV to –2.0EV).
• If a subject is being shot in extremely bright or dark conditions, or the flash is used, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.
Shooting with manual exposure mode
P S A M
Adjusting the exposure manually — Image Brightness
(EV)
P S A M
Toward –
Toward +
Exposure value (yellow)38
You can change the focus method. Press the FOCUS button repeatedly when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.
( : The default setting)
Choosing a focus method P S A M
Multipoint AF ( ) Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame. When the mode dial is set to , only Multipoint AF is available.
• This mode is useful when the subject is not in the center of the frame.
Center AF
()
Focuses automatically on a subject near the center of the frame.
• Using this with the AF lock function lets you shoot in the desired image composition.z Using a histogram
A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. Set the mode dial to , P, S, A or
Scene Selection, then press (Screen display switch) repeatedly to display the histogram inside the screen. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side. Adjust the exposure while checking it with the histogram.
A Number of pixels
B Brightness
• The histogram also appears when the mode dial is set to M, or playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.
Bright Dark
A
B
AF range finder frame
AF range finder frame indicator
AF range finder frame
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• AF stands for Auto Focus.
• When you are shooting movies, Multi point AF is recommended as the AF works even with a certain amount of vibration.
• When you use Digital Zoom or AF Illuminator, priority AF movement is given to subjects in or near the center of the frame. In this case the , or indicator flashes and the AF range finder frame is not displayed.
To set the Flexible Spot AF
1 Press the FOCUS button repeatedly to select (Flexible Spot AF).
The color of the AF range finder frame changes from white to yellow.
2 Move the AF range finder frame to the point you want to focus on with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z.
The AF range finder frame turns white from yellow.
To move the AF range finder frame again, press z again.
• When the AF range finder frame is being moved, AF mode is set to [Monitor] and pressing z turns to the mode set on the Setup screen.
• Once you change a focus method, the position of the AF range finder frame you set up is cleared.
Flexible Spot AF
()
Focuses on an extremely small subject or a narrow area.
Flexible Spot AF lets you shoot in the desired image composition.
• To set the Flexible Spot AF, see the following procedure.
• This is useful when you shoot using a tripod and the subject is out of the center area.
• When shooting a moving subject, take care that the subject does not deviate from the range finder frame.
Manual Focus Focuses on the subject using a previously set distance to the subject.
• To set distance, see page 40.
• When shooting a subject through a net or through window glass, it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. In these cases, the manual focus mode is convenient.
AF range finder frame
(yellow: adjustable/white: fixed)
AF range finder frame indicator40
To set the manual focus
1 Press the FOCUS button repeatedly to select 9.
The manual focus bar appears.
2 Set the bar to the desired distance with b/B on the control button.
• If 9 flashes, it indicates the limitation of focus adjustment.
• Using the Expanded focus function (page 60), the image on the screen is expanded double to focus on easily (The default setting).
3 Press z. 9 changes from yellow to white. To set again, press z again.
• Distance setting information in manual focus is approximate. If you point the lens up or down, the error increases.
• The distance selection is limited according to the zoom scaling or the setting of the [Conversion Lens].
• Once you change a focus method, the distance of the manual focus you set up is cleared.z Enhancing the outline of the subject that is visually in focus (Peaking)
The outline of the subject on the screen is enhanced using blue for easier focusing.
Set the peaking level with v/V on the control button while setting the manual focus.
( : The default setting)
Peaking High Sets the peaking level high.
Peaking Low Sets the peaking level low.
Peaking Off Does not use the peaking function.
Peaking level
Focus indicator
(yellow: adjustable/white: fixed)
Manual focus bar
Focus range 2 to 90 cm:Focus range 90 cm to :41
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Continuous shooting
Select a continuous shooting mode by pressing the /BRK button repeatedly.
( : The default setting)
On the Burst
• The flash is set to (Flash forced off).
• When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded.
• You cannot select the following shutter speeds.
When [ISO] is [Auto], [80] to [200]: 1/6 second or slower
When [ISO] is [400] to [1000]: 1/25 second or slower
• When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” is full, the Burst stops.
• The recording interval is approximately 0.9 second (DSC-H5) or 0.8 second (DSC-H2).
Shooting continuously P S A M
Burst ( ) Records the maximum number of images in succession (refer to the following table) when you press and hold down the shutter button.
• When “Recording” disappears, you can shoot the next image.
Exposure Bracket (BRK) Records a series of three images with the exposure values automatically shifted.
• When the mode dial is set to , Exposure Bracket cannot be selected.
• You can select the image with the appropriate exposure after recording when you are unable to shoot good pictures depending on the brightness of the subject.
• You can select the bracket step value in [Bracket Step] mode
(page 47).
Multi Burst ( ) Records 16 frames in succession as a still image file when you press the shutter button.
• This is convenient for checking your form in sports, for example.
• You can select the Multi Burst shutter interval in [Interval] mode
(page 48).
Normal Does not shoot continuously.
/BRK button
+ direction Correct – direction
M42
The maximum number of continuous shots (Units: images)
On the Exposure Bracket
• The flash is set to (Flash forced off).
• The focus and white balance are adjusted for the first image, and these settings are also used for the other images.
• When the exposure is manually adjusted (page 37) the exposure is shifted based on the adjusted brightness.
• The recording interval is approximately 0.9 second (DSC-H5) or 0.8 second (DSC-H2).
• If the subject is too bright or too dark, you may be unable to shoot properly with the selected bracket step value.
• You cannot select the following shutter speeds.
When [ISO] is [Auto], [80] to [200]: 1/6 second or slower
When [ISO] is [400] to [1000]: 1/25 second or slower
• You may not be able to shoot images in the Exposure Bracket mode depending on the Scene mode
(page 34).
On the Multi Burst
• You can play back images shot with Multi Burst using the following procedure.
– To pause/resume: Press z on the control button.
– To play back frame-by-frame: Press b/B in pause mode. Press z to resume playback in series.
• You cannot use the following functions in the Multi Burst mode:– Smart zoom
–F l a s h
– Dividing a series of images shot with Multi Burst
– Deleting or extracting a frame in a series of images shot with Multi Burst
– Setting the frame interval to a mode other than [1/30] when the mode dial is set to
– Setting the shutter speed to lower than 1/30 second
• When playing back a series of images shot with Multi Burst using a computer or a camera not equipped with the Multi Burst function, the image is displayed as a single image with 16 frames.
• The image size of images shot in the Multi Burst mode is 1M.
• You may not be able to shoot images in the Multi Burst mode depending on the Scene mode (page 34).
DSC-H2 DSC-H5
Quality
Size
Fine Standard Fine Standard
7M ——58
6M 7 12 ——
3:2 7 12 5 8
5M ——61 1
3M 12 21 9 17
2M 19 35 15 27
VGA 100 100 85 100
16:9 19 35 15 2743
Using the menu
Using the menu
Using menu items
1 Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial.
Playback: Press .
Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode.
2 Press MENU to display the menu.
3 Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button.
• If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen.
• P r e s s z after selecting an item in the Playback mode.
4 Select the setting with v/V.
The setting you select is zoomed and is set.
5 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
To turn to the shooting mode
Press the shutter button halfway down so that the menu disappear.
• If there is an item that is not displayed, an v/V mark appears on the edges of the location where menu items usually appear. To display an item that is not displayed, select the mark with the control button.
• You cannot set items that are not available to select.v/V/b/B buttonz button
Mode dial
Control button
MENU button
button44
For details on the operation 1 page 43
Menu items
Menu for shooting (page 45)
The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen.
Menu for viewing (page 49)
(Folder) - (Protect)
DPOF (Print)
(Slide) (Resize)
(Rotate) (Divide)
(Setup) Trimming**
* The operation is limited according to the Scene mode (page 34).
**Available only during playback zoom.
( : available)
Mode dial position: P S A M Scene
COLOR (Color Mode) — —
(Metering Mode) —
WB (White Bal) —
ISO — —
(P.Quality) — —
BRK (Bracket Step) — * —
(Interval) — * —
(Flash Level) — * —
(Contrast) — — —
(Sharpness) — — —
(Setup)
M45
For details on the operation 1 page 43
Using the menu
Shooting menu
The default settings are marked with .
You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects.
• You can select only [B&W] and [Sepia] when shooting movies.
• When Multi Burst is selected, the color mode is set to [Normal].
Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.
• For details on the exposure t page 14
• When using spot metering or center-weighted metering, setting the AF range finder frame to Center AF is recommended to focus on the metering position (page 38).
COLOR (Color Mode) P S A M
B&W (B & W) Sets the image to monochromatic color
Sepia (SEPIA) Sets the image to sepia color
Natural (NATURAL) Sets the image to quiet color
Vivid (VIVID) Sets the image to deep and vivid color
Normal
(Metering Mode) P S A M
Spot (Spot metering)
()
Measures only a part of the subject.
• This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background.
Center (Center-weighted metering) ( )
Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there.
Multi (Multi-pattern metering)
Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure.
Spot metering cross hairs
Positions on the subject46
For details on the operation 1 page 43
Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of an image look strange.
• For details on the white balance t page 16
• Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent] ( ).
• Except in [One Push] ( ), [Flash] ( ) modes, [WB] is set to [Auto] when the flash strobes.
• Some options are not available depending on the Scene mode (page 34).
To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] ( ) mode
Memorizes the basic white color for the [One Push] ( ) mode. After selecting , do as follows.