Position the subject in the center of the focus frame.
3 Shoot with the shutter button.
When shooting still images: 1Press and hold the shutter button halfway down to focus.
The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit.
2Press the shutter button fully down.
AE/AF lock Basic Operations

When shooting movies:

Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on
The shortest shooting distance is approx. 50 cm (19 3/4 inches). Shoot in the close-up (Macro) mode when you shoot a subject closer than the shooting distance (page 24). When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly and the beep does not sound. In addition, the AF range finder frame disappears. Recompose the shot and focus again.
Subjects difficult to focus on are:
Distant from the camera and dark The contrast between the subject and its background is poor. Seen through glass Moving fast Reflective light or with a lustrous finish Flashing Backlit

W/T Using the zoom

Press T to zoom, press W to undo the zoom.
When the zoom scale exceeds 3, the camera uses the Digital Zoom function. For details on the [Digital Zoom] settings and the image quality, see page 66. You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie.
Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images)
Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
(No indicator): Flash Auto Strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting). : Flash forced on : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light. : Flash forced off The flash strobes twice. The first time is to adjust the light quantity. While charging the flash, is displayed.
Macro (Shooting close-up)
Press b ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
(No indicator): Macro Off : Macro On (W side: Approx. 4 cm or farther (1 5/8 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 35 cm or farther (13 7/8 inches or farther))
Setting the zoom all the way to the W side is recommended. The in-focus range becomes narrow, and the complete subject may not entirely be in focus. The Auto Focus speed drops when you shoot images in the Macro.

Using the self-timer

Press V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
(No indicator): Not using the self-timer : Setting the 10-second delay self-timer : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer
Press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.

Self-timer lamp

To cancel, press V ( ) again. Use the 2-second delay self-timer to prevent blur of an image made by the shaking of the camera when pressing the shutter button.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection)

Shutter button

1 Select the desired mode of Scene Selection (

the mode dial.

For details on mode, see next page.

) with

2 Shoot with the shutter button.
To cancel the Scene selection Set the mode dial to other than the mode of Scene Selection.

Scene Selection modes

The following modes are predetermined to match the scene conditions. High Sensitivity
Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur.

Twilight*

Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.

Landscape

Focuses only on a distant subject to shoot landscapes, etc.

Soft Snap

Allows you to shoot images with a softer atmosphere for portraits of people, flowers, etc.
When shooting seaside or lakeside scenes, the blue of the water is clearly recorded.

Twilight Portrait*

Suitable for shooting portraits in dark places. Allows you to shoot sharp images of people in dark places without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.
When shooting snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white, use this mode to prevent sunken colors and record clear images.
* When you shoot images using (Twilight Portrait) or To prevent a blurring, use of a tripod is recommended.
(Twilight) mode, the shutter speed is slower.
Functions you can use in Scene Selection
For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode. ( : you can select the desired setting)
Macro Flash Face Detection Burst/ Bracket EV White Bal Red Eye Reduction SteadyShot

/ / /

* [Flash] cannot be selected.

Viewing images

(Single Image): Playing back a single image
Displays the image shot last. This is the same as pressing the (Playback) (page 29).
(Index Display): Playing back a list of images
Displays a list of images contained in the selected folder. This is the same as pressing the (Index) (page 30).
(Slide Show): Playing back a series of images
1 Select [ Slide Show] on the HOME screen.
2 Select [Start] with v/V, then press z to start playback.

To pause the slide show

Press z on the control button. To restart, select [Continue] with v/V, then press z.
The slide show resumes from the image which was paused, however, the music starts again from the beginning.
To display the previous/next image
Press b/B while the slide show is paused.
To adjust the volume of the music
Press V to display the volume control screen, the press b/B to adjust the volume.

To end the slide show

Select [Exit] with v/V while the slide show is paused, then press z.

To change the setup

When you use a Memory Stick Duo (not supplied)

Folder All

Plays back all the images in the selected folder. Plays back all the images in a Memory Stick Duo in order. Using functions for viewing

Effects

Simple Nostalgic Stylish Active Normal
A simple slide show suitable for a wide range of scenes. A moody slide show reproducing the atmosphere of a movie scene. A stylish slide show proceeding at a middle tempo. A high-tempo slide show suitable for active scenes. A basic slide show switching images at a predetermined interval.
When set to [Simple], [Nostalgic], [Stylish] or [Active] only still images are displayed. Music is not played (set to [Off]) during a [Normal] slide show. The sound of movies will be heard.
The preset-Music differs depending on the effect you select.
Music 1 Music 2 Music 3 Music 4 Off

Interval

The default setting for a [Simple] slide show. The default setting for a [Nostalgic] slide show. The default setting for a [Stylish] slide show. The default setting for a [Active] slide show. Setting for a [Normal] slide show. No Music available.
3 sec 5 sec 10 sec 30 sec 1 min Auto
Sets the display interval of images for a [Normal] slide show.
The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Normal] is not selected as the [Effects].

Repeat

On Off
Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.
z To add /change Music files You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to playback during Slide show. You can transfer music using [ Music Tool] in (Printing, Other) on the HOME screen and the Music Transfer software (supplied) installed on a computer. For details, see pages 89 and 91. You can record up to four pieces of music on the camera (The four preset pieces (Music 1-4) can be replaced with the ones you transferred). A maximum length of each music file for music playback of the camera is 180 seconds. If you cannot playback a Music file due to damage or other malfunctions to the file, execute [Format Music] (page 89) and transfer the music again.

2 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
To cancel selecting the folder selection
Select [Exit] in step 2, then press z.
z On the folder The camera stores images in a specified folder of a Memory Stick Duo. You can change the folder or create a new one. To create a new folder t [Create REC. Folder] (page 58) To change the folder for recording images t [Change REC. Folder] (page 59) When multiple folders are created in the Memory Stick Duo and the first or last image in the folder is displayed, the following indicators appear. : Moves to the previous folder : Moves to the next folder : Moves to either the previous or next folders
Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings
You can change the default settings using HOME screen. (Manage Memory) or (Settings) on the
1 Press HOME to display the HOME screen. 2 Select
(Manage Memory) or (Settings) with b/B on the control button.
3 Select the desired item with v/V, then press z. 4 Press B and select the desired setting with v/V, then press z.
For details on the operation 1 page 56
5 Select the desired setting with v/V, then press z.
To cancel the setting change
Select [Cancel] if it is one of the setting item, then press z. If not, press b on the control button.
This setting is maintained even when the power is turned off. The camera is set to the shooting mode by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
Memory Tool Memory Stick Tool
This item appears only when a Memory Stick Duo is inserted in the camera.

Format

Formats the Memory Stick Duo. A commercially available Memory Stick Duo is already formatted, and can be used immediately.
Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a Memory Stick Duo, including even protected images.
1 Select [Format] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z. The message All data on Memory Stick will be erased appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The format is completed.

To cancel the formatting

Select [Cancel] in step 2, then press z.

Create REC. Folder

Creates a folder in a Memory Stick Duo for recording images.
1 Select [Create REC. Folder] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z. The folder creation screen appears.
2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number, and the folder becomes the current recording folder.

Digital Zoom
Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 3). When the zoom scale exceeds 3, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom.

Smart (Smart zoom) ( )

Enlarges the image digitally within the range where the image will not be distorted, according to the image size. This is not available when the image size is set to [8M] (DSC-W90), [7M] (DSC-W80/W85) or [3:2].
The maximum zoom scale of Smart zoom is shown in the following table.
Precision (Precision digital zoom) ( ) Off
Enlarges all image sizes up to a maximum of 6, but the image quality deteriorates. Does not use the digital zoom.
Image size and maximum zoom scale using Smart zoom Maximum zoom scale Size DSC-W90 DSC-W80/W85

5M 3M VGA 16:9

Approx. 3.8 Approx. 4.8 Approx. 15 Approx. 5.1
Approx. 3.6 Approx. 4.5 Approx. 14 Approx. 4.8
When [Face Detection] is set to [On], you cannot use the Digital Zoom. When you set the LCD screen to off, you cannot use the digital zoom.
Shooting Settings Shooting Settings 2

Auto Orientation

When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position.
Records the image with the correct orientation. Auto Orientation deactivated.
Depending on the shooting angle of the camera, the orientation of the image may not be recorded correctly.

Auto Review

Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image.
Use the Auto Review. Does not use Auto Review.
If you press the shutter button halfway down during this period, the recorded image display disappears and you can immediately shoot the next image.

Clock Settings

Sets the date and time.
1 Select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on the HOME screen.
2 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 3 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 4 Select [OK], then press z.
To cancel the clock setting
Select [Cancel] in step 4, then press z.

Language Setting

Selects the language to be used to display the menu items, warnings, and messages.
You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to.

Using the Music Transfer (supplied)
You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory with desired Music files using Music Transfer in the CDROM (supplied). Also, you can delete or add these files whenever you want.
To restore the music preset at the factory

to the camera:

1 Perform [Format Music] in step 3. 2 Execute [Restore defaults] on Music Transfer.
All Music files return to the preset-music, and [Music] in the [Slide Show] menu is set to [Off].
Adding/Changing Music using Music Transfer
The music formats you can transfer with Music Transfer are listed below:
MP3 files stored on the hard drive of your computer Music on CDs Preset-music saved on this camera
3 Select a suitable Music file for the slide show effect (page 49). You can reset the Music files to the preset ones using [Initialize] (page 62), however, other settings will also be reset.
For details on using Music Transfer, see the on-line help in Music Transfer.
1 Press HOME to display the HOME

screen.

2 Select
(Printing, Other) with b/B on the control button, select [ Music Tool] with v/V, then press z.
3 Select [Download Music] with

v/V/b/B, then press z.

The message Connect to PC appears.
4 Make a USB connection between
the camera and your computer.
5 Start Music Transfer. 6 Follow the instructions on the
screen to add/change Music files.
Using your Macintosh computer
You can copy images to your Macintosh computer.
Picture Motion Browser is not compatible with Macintosh computers. There are three modes for a USB connection when connecting a computer, [Auto] (default setting), [Mass Storage] and [PictBridge] modes. This section describes the [Auto] and [Mass Storage] as examples. For details on [PictBridge], see page 63. When your computer resumes from the suspend or sleep mode, communication between your camera and your computer may not recover at the same time.
OS (pre-installed): Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac OS X(v10.1 to v10.4) USB jack: Provided as standard
Copying and viewing images on a computer
1 Prepare the camera and a
Macintosh computer. Perform the same procedure as described in Stage 1: Preparing the camera and the computer on page 76.
Recommended environment for using Music Transfer

OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.4) CPU: iMac, eMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Mac G3/G4/G5 series, Mac mini Memory: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended) Hard Disk: Disk space required for installationapproximately 250 MB
2 Connect the cable for multi-use
terminal. Perform the same procedure as described in Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer on page 77.
Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above. If you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some devices, including your camera, may not operate depending on the types of USB devices you are using. Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub. Connecting your camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer) as this camera is compatible with HiSpeed USB (USB 2.0 compliant).
3 Copy image files to the Macintosh

computer.

1Double-click the newly recognized icon t [DCIM] t the folder where the images you want to copy are stored. 2Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon. The image files are copied to the hard disk.
For details on the storage location of the images and file names, see page 81.
4 View images on the computer.
Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files to open that image file.
1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click (SONYPICTUTIL). 3 Double-click the [MusicTransfer.pkg] file in [MAC] folder. The installation of the software starts.
To add/change Music files
See Adding/Changing Music using Music Transfer on page 89.
Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the Memory Stick Duo to the Trash icon.
The camera is disconnected from the computer.
You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory with desired Music files. Also, you can delete or add these files whenever you want. The music formats you can transfer with Music Transfer are listed below:
To install Music Transfer
Shut down all other application software before you install Music Transfer. For installation, you need to log on as Administrator.

How to print still images
When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure to check before printing (page 106).
Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 93) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer.
Printing directly using a Memory Stick compliant printer You can print images with a Memory Stick compliant printer. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
Printing using a computer You can copy images to a computer using the supplied Picture Motion Browser software and print the images. You can insert the date on the image and print it (page 87).
Printing at a shop (page 96) You can take a Memory Stick Duo containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. You can make a (Print order) mark on images which you want to print out in advance.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer
Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer.
Stage 1: Preparing the camera
Prepare the camera to connect it to the printer with the cable for multi-use terminal. When connecting the camera to a printer that is recognized when [USB Connect] is set to [Auto], Stage 1 is unnecessary.
MENU button Control button HOME button
It is recommended to use a fully charged battery pack to prevent the power from turning off partway through printing.
PictBridge is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) You cannot print movies. If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera (error notification), check the connected printer.
(Settings) with b/B, and select [ Main settings] with v/V, then press z.
3 Select [Main Settings 2] with v/V/
b/B, and select [USB Connect], then press z.
4 Select [PictBridge] with v/V, then
press z. The USB mode is set.
Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer
Stage 3: Selecting images you want to print
Select [This Image] or [Multiple Images] with v/V, then press z.
1 Connect the camera to the printer.
You can print the selected image. Move on to Stage 4.
You can print multiple selected images.

You can take a Memory Stick Duo containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop.
You cannot print images stored in the internal memory at a print shop directly from the camera. Copy the images to a Memory Stick Duo, then take the Memory Stick Duo to the print shop.

Marking a selected image

MENU button (Playback) button

What is DPOF?

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function allowing you to make a (Print order) mark on images of Memory Stick Duo that you want to print out later.
You can also print the images with the (Print order) mark using a printer that conforms to the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard or using a PictBridge compliant printer. You cannot mark movies.

print.

(Playback).
2 Select the image you want to 3 Press MENU to display the menu. 4 Select [DPOF] with v/V on the
control button and select [This Image] with b/B, then press z. (Print order) mark is attached to the image.
When taking a Memory Stick Duo to a shop
Consult your photo printing service shop as to what types of Memory Stick Duo they handle. If a Memory Stick Duo is not handled by your photo printing service shop, copy the images you want to print out to other medium such as a CD-R and take it to the shop. Be sure to take the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor with it. Before you take image data to a shop, always copy (back up) your data to a disk. You cannot set the number of prints. When you want to superimpose dates on images, consult your photo printing service shop.

To remove the mark

Select the images from which you want to remove the mark, then press z in step 3.
Selecting and marking the images
5 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
mark appears on the screen.

Single Image

1 Press MENU while displaying
images in single-image mode or in index mode.
2 Select [DPOF] with v/V and select

Turn on the screen (page 18).
Your camera cannot record images.
Check the free capacity of the internal memory or Memory Stick Duo. If it is full, do one of
the following: Delete unnecessary images (page 31). Change the Memory Stick Duo. You are using the Memory Stick Duo with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position (page 113). You cannot record images while charging the flash. When shooting a still image, set the mode dial to a position other than.
Set the mode dial to when shooting movies. The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when recording movies. Do one of the following: Set the image size to other than [640(Fine)]. Insert a Memory Stick PRO Duo.
Movie recording stops during shooting.
Movie recording stops automatically when the file size of the movie reaches approximately
This subject is not visible on the screen.
Your camera is set to the playback mode. Press
to change to the recording mode

(page 29).

Anti-blur function does not work.
The anti-blur function does not work when appears on the display. The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes. Shoot after pressing the shutter button halfway down; do not press it fully down suddenly.
Recording takes a long time.
The NR slow shutter function is activated (page 15). This is not a malfunction.
The image is out of focus.
The subject is too close. Shoot in
(Macro) recording mode. Make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance, approximately 4 cm (1 5/8 inches) (W)/35 cm (13 7/8 inches) (T), when shooting (page 24). (Twilight mode) or (Landscape mode) is selected in the Scene mode when shooting still images. The Focus preset function is selected. Select the auto focus mode (page 42). Refer to If the subject is out of focus on page 44.

Zoom does not work.

The smart zoom cannot be used when the image size is set to [8M] (DSC-W90), [7M] (DSC-

W80/W85) or [3:2].

The digital zoom cannot be used while shooting movies. You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. When [Face Detection] is set to [On], you cannot use the Digital Zoom.

The flash does not work.

The flash is set to (Flash forced off) (page 24). You cannot use the flash when: [REC Mode] is set to [Burst] or Exposure Bracket (page 39). (High Sensitivity mode) or (Twilight mode) is selected in the Scene mode (page 28). Shooting movies. Set the flash to (Flash forced on) when (Landscape mode), (Beach mode), or
(Snow mode) is selected in the Scene mode (page 24).
Fuzzy specks appear in images shot using the flash.
Dust in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This is not a malfunction.

Images are not displayed correctly with Picture Motion Browser.
Make sure the folder of the images is registered in Viewed folders. If the images are not
displayed even if the folder is registered in Viewed folders, update the database (page 87).
You cannot find images imported with Picture Motion Browser.
Look in the My Pictures folder. If you have changed the default settings, refer to Changing the Folder to be imported on
page 87 and check what folder is used for importing.
You want to change the Folder to be imported.
Access the Import Settings screen to change Folder to be imported. You can specify a
different folder after using Picture Motion Browser to register it in Viewed folders (page 87).
The date of all imported images is displayed differently from the date on the calendar.
The date on the camera is not set correctly. Set the date and time correctly (page 68).
is displays on the screen.
The recorded data is outdated, due to changing or deleting of the name of an image or a folder.
Select [Update Database] from the [Tools] menu, and execute.

Memory Stick Duo

Cannot insert a Memory Stick Duo.
Insert it in the correct direction.
Cannot format a Memory Stick Duo.
You are using the Memory Stick Duo with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to
You have formatted a Memory Stick Duo by mistake.
All the data on the Memory Stick Duo is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it. We
recommend that you set the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick Duo to the LOCK position to prevent accidental erasure (page 113).
Cannot playback or record images using the internal memory.
There is a Memory Stick Duo inserted in the camera. Remove it.
Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a Memory Stick Duo.
The Memory Stick Duo is full. Check the capacity (32 MB or more recommended).
Cannot copy the data on the Memory Stick Duo or the computer to the internal memory.
Data on a Memory Stick Duo or a computer cannot be copied to the internal memory.
Also see PictBridge compliant printer (as follows) in conjunction with the following items. Images are printed with both edges cut off.
Depending on your printer, the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the image may be cut off.
Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off. When printing images using your own printer, cancel the trimming or borderless settings. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not. When having images printed at a digital print shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges.

Cannot print images with the date.
Using Picture Motion Browser, you can print images with date (page 87). This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the
images shot with the camera include information on the recording date, you can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software. When you print images at a shop, images can be printed with the date if you ask them to do so.
A connection cannot be established.
The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with the PictBridge
standard. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer is compliant with PictBridge or not. Check that the printer is turned on and can be connected to the camera. Set [USB Connect] to [PictBridge] (page 63). Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer.

Cannot print images.

Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use

terminal.

Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with

the printer.

If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not be printed. Disconnect and connect the
cable for multi-use terminal again. If you still cannot print your images, disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal, turn the printer off and then on, then connect the cable for multi-use terminal again. Movies cannot be printed. Images shot using cameras other than this camera or images modified with a computer may not be printed.

Printing is canceled.

Confirm that you have disconnected the cable for multi-use terminal before the
(PictBridge Connecting) mark disappears.
Cannot insert the date or print images in the index mode.
The printer does not provide these functions. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether
the printer provides these functions or not.
The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer. Consult the printer

manufacturer.

---- -- -- is printed on the date-inserted part of the image.
Images that do not have the recording data cannot be printed with the date inserted. Set [Date]
to [Off] and print the image again (page 94).
Cannot select the print size.
Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer can provide the desired size.
Cannot print the image at the size selected.
Disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal and reconnect it whenever you change the paper

Grid Line..65

B & W..40 Battery charger..116 battery pack..115 Beach mode.27 Beep..62 Blur...7 Burst..39
Date. 68, 87, 95 Daylight.. 45 Delete.. 51 Format. 58, 61 Deleting images.. 31 Digital Zoom. 66 DirectX.. 74 DISP.. 18 Download Music. 89 DPOF.. 54, 96
High Sensitivity mode..27 Histogram..18, 19 Holding the camera.7, 22 HOME..33
Identifying parts..12 Image file storage destinations and file names.81 Image quality.10 Image Size..37 Image size..10 Incandescent..45 Index Display.48 Index screen.30 Indicator..14 Initialize..62 Install.75
Cable for multi-use terminal..70, 77, 94 Center AF..43 Center-weighted metering.42 Change REC. Folder.59 Clock Settings..68 Cloudy..45 Color..9 Color Mode..40 COMPONENT.63 Computer..73 Copying images.76, 90 Macintosh..90 Recommended environment.74, 90 Software..75
EV.. 41 Exposure.. 8 Exposure Bracket.. 39 Extension.. 82
Face Detection.. 38 File name.. 81 File storage destination. 81 Fisheye Lens.. 52 Flash (White Bal).. 46 Flash forced off.. 24 Flash forced on. 24 Flash Level.. 46
Internal memory.20 Internal Memory Tool.61 ISO.8, 41

JPG..81

Landscape mode.27 Language Setting.69 LCD backlight..18 LCD Screen.18
Optical zoom. 23, 66 OS.. 74, 90 Overexposure.. 8
SETUP.. 47 Shooting. 37 Movies. 22, 23 Still image. 22 Shooting Settings 1.. 65 Shooting Settings 2.. 67 Shutter speed. 8 Single. 66 Single Image.. 48 Slide Show.. 48, 51 Slow synchro. 24 Smart zoom. 66 Snow mode.. 27 Soft Focus.. 51 Soft Snap mode.. 27 Software. 75, 83, 89 Spot AF.. 43 Spot metering.. 42 Spot metering cross hairs.. 42 SteadyShot.. 47
PAL.. 64 Partial Color.. 51 PC... 73 PictBridge.. 63, 93 Picture Motion Browser. 83 Pixel.. 10 Playback zoom. 29 Precision digital zoom. 66 Pressing halfway down.. 7 Print.. 54, 92 Print order mark. 96 Printing at a shop.. 96 Printing directly. 93 Program Auto mode. 21 Protect.. 53
Macintosh computer.90 Recommended environment.90 Macro.24 Main Settings 1.62 Main Settings 2.63 Manage Memory.58 Map View..86 Mass Storage.63 Memory Stick Duo..113 Memory Stick Tool..58 Menu Items..36 Shooting.37 Viewing..51 Metering Mode.42 Mode Dial..21 Monitor..66 MPG..81 Multi AF.42 Multi Connector.70, 77, 94 Multi-pattern metering.42 Music.50 Music Tool..89 Music Transfer.89, 91
Trimming.. 52 Troubleshooting.. 98 TV... 70 Twilight mode.. 27 Twilight Portrait mode.. 27
REC Mode.. 39 Red Eye Correction. 52 Red Eye Reduction. 46 Retouch.. 51 Rotate.. 54

DSC-WX1/B

Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera
Sonys Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 camera features Exmor R CMOS sensor and 24mm bright f/2.4 G lens, letting you capture clear, crisp images, even in low-light. High speed burst 10fps helps you capture the precise moment and Sweep Panorama creates ultra-wide 224degree panoramic shots. Additionally, it features 720p movie recording9, Ultra-quick 0.3-sec. AF, and Intelligent Auto mode 10.2 Megapixel Back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Image Sensor The DSC-WX1 features a 10.2 megapixel Exmor R CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the cameras G lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain - 2x better than traditional sensors of equivalent size and pixel count. In addition, the combined Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ imaging processor delivers extremely fast 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight and 720p movie modes. Premium 24mm f/2.4 G Lens Designed and manufactured to the highest standards of optical performance, the Sony G Lens is optimized to perfectly complement the advanced image sensors and image processing technology in Sonys cameras. G lenses are used in top of the line digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras and advanced pro-sumer HD Camcorders. Capture the whole picture with 24mm wide angle lens Capture more of the scene in landscape or group portraits with the 24mm wide angle. Wide angle is especially useful in small rooms, where you cant get far enough back from your subjects to capture them all. 5x Optical Zoom Capture the action up close with the 5x optical zoom. Zoom in on kids on a soccer field or a jet skier on the lake, to see their expressions as they enjoy their sport. Ultra bright f/2.4 G Lens This f/2.4 aperture lens gathers twice as much light as typical compact camera lenses, allowing you to shoot indoors or in low light without flash and with less noise. 2.7" Clear Photo LCD Plus Compose and show off your images on the large 2.7 Clear Photo LCD Plus display (230K pixels) Compact design Measuring at just 3 9/16" x 2 1/16" x 25/32, the DSC-WX1 is compact enough to slip into most any pocket or purse, so you can take it with you wherever you go. BIONZ image processor The BIONZ image processor delivers the high resolution and fast performance you expect from a Sony digital camera. Fast processing enables Sweep Panorama to create the image in camera in seconds, clear images in low light settings, and layering one image over another to create a photo that looks just like what you see with your eyes. Sweep Panorama mode Reach beyond the traditional wide angle lens, and capture more breathtaking shots with Sweep Panorama Mode. Simply press the shutter button and sweep the camera in the desired direction and the camera continuously shoots at a high speed, then seamlessly stitches the images together with automatic position adjustment to create one stunning panoramic image. Available in wide and ultra-wide options, the camera can take panoramic shots of up to 256 degrees, which goes well beyond the limits of peripheral vision, even capturing areas somewhat behind you. Now capturing wide landscapes is as easy as press and sweep. High speed shooting The DSC-WX1 can capture ten full 10.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10fps, helping to ensure that you capture the decisive moment such as the bat hitting the game winning homerun. In addition, the DSC-WX1 employs a mechanical shutter that helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.

Handheld Twilight Capture cleaner and sharper night shots without using a tripod. When set to Handheld Twilight Mode, the DSC-WX1 captures six images in a fraction of a second with one press of the shutter, and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise. With these modes, ADDITIONAL FEATURES you can capture images in low light, HD Movie (720p)9 without flash, beyond the capability of traditional cameras. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization Anti Motion Blur mode Capture cleaner and sharper images, even when your subject is moving. When set in Anti Motion Blur mode, the DSC-WX1 captures six images in a fraction of a second with higher shutter speed and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and eliminate subject blur, beyond the capability of traditional cameras.
High Sensitivity mode (ISO 3200) Intelligent Auto (iAuto) mode Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) Mode Intelligent AF Smile Shutter technology Face Detection technology: Motion Detection: Pet mode: Dynamic Range Optimizer Standard and Plus: Easy Shooting Mode: Viewing modes: In-Camera Retouching Tools: PHOTOMUSIC: PhotoTV HD: Function Guide: Lithium-ion battery: Includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software ver. 4.3:

Specifications

General
Megapixel: 10.2MP Imaging Device: 1/2.4" (7.79mm) "Exmor R" CMOS Recording Media: 11MB internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick Duo Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Processor: BionzTM Image Processor USB Port(s): Yes - USB2.0 Hi-Speed HD Output: Yes (1080i) 5

Dimensions

Weight: Approx. 5.3oz. (149g) - With battery and Memory Stick PRO DuoTM media. Measurements: 3 9/16" x 2 1/16" x 25/32" (90.5mm x 51.8mm x 19.8mm )

Hardware

LCD: 2.7"1 Clear Photo LCD 230K Viewfinder: No Lens Construction: 6 elements in 5 groups (including 5 aspheric elements) Microphone/Speaker: Mono / Mono Lens Type: Sony G-lens
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: Limited 1 Year Parts & Labor

Supplied Accessories

Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BG1 Battery Charger BC-CSD Multi Connector Cable USB/AV Wrist Strap CD-ROM Software Power Cord Note: Memory Stick DUO Media or adaptors are not included.

Convenience

White Balance: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent 1 (White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 2 (Natural White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 3 (Day White Fluorescent Lighting) / Incandescent / Flash / One Push / Underwater White Balance Mode (Auto / One Push) / Underwater 1 (Blue Water)/ Underwater 2 (Green Water) Self Timer: Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off) Still Image Mode(s): Normal (JPEG) / Burst (JPEG) / Bracketing (JPEG) - AE(Plus / Minus 0.3EV / 0.7EV / 1.0EV) Red-Eye Reduction: Auto / On / Off Burst Mode: 10fps at 10.2MP Date/Time Stamp: Available in the included PMB software. Media/Battery Indicator: Yes/Yes Dynamic Range Optimizer: Standard / Off / Plus Scene Mode(s): Movie (Auto Adjustment / High Sensitivity / Underwater) / Scenes (High Sensitivity / Twilight / Twilight Portrait / Soft Snap / Landscape / Beach / Snow / Fireworks / Hi-speed Shutter / Underwater / Gourmet) Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization Movie Mode(s): 1280 x 720 (Fine) (Approx.30fps, Progressive); 1280 x 720 (Standard) (Approx.30fps, Progressive); 640 x 480 VGA (Approx.30fps, Progressive) PictBridge Compatible: Yes Memory Stick Pro Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 16GB Memory Stick DUO PRO media capacity9 ; does not support Access Control security function.

Optics/Lens

Focal Length: 4.25-21.25mm 35mm Equivalent: 24-120mm Focus: 9 points / Center Weighted AF / Spot AF Aperture Range: Auto (F2.4/F7.1(W), 2 steps) / Program Auto (F2.4/F7.1(W), 2 steps with ND Filter) Shutter Speed: Auto(2 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto(1 - 1/1,600) Exposure Compensation: Plus / Minus 2.0EV, 1 / 3EV step Smart Zoom Technology: 5M:Approx.7.0x (Total), 3M:Approx.8.9x(Total), VGA:Approx.28x(Total), 16:9(2M):Approx.9.5x(Total) Digital Zoom: Smart Zoom / Precision Digital Zoom / Off Optical Zoom: 5x Macro Mode: Auto Macro Total Zoom: Approximately 10x Face Detection: 8 face(flash, focus, exposure, white balance, child/adult priority, blink, face motion detection)

Optional Accessories

Accessory Kit (ACC-CLGB) Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (NP-FG1) GPS Unit Kit (GPS-CS1KA) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MSMT16G) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT8G) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT4G) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo "HX" Media MSHX16G) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo "HX" Media MSHX8G) Memory Stick Duo USB Adaptor (MSACUS40) Color: Black UPC Code: 027242766334
1.Viewable area, measured diagonally 2. PhotoTV HD viewing requires PhotoTV HD enabled BRAVIA HDTV, and component cable (both sold separately) 3. Four preset music tracks stored in internal memory. Imported music tracks can be up to five minutes long. When using Music Transfer to download music, tracks longer than five minutes will be reduced to five minutes when uploading to the Cyber-shot camera. 4. Requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3, or Windows Vista SP2. Not supported by Mac OS. 5. HD Viewing requires an HD output adapter cable (VMC-MHC1 recommended) and compatible HDTV with equivalent display capabilities, both sold separately. 6. As compared to Sonys previous CMOS sensors of equivalent size and pixel count. 7. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. 8. Capacity will vary based on type and complexity of image recorded. 9.HD Movie mode records up to 1280 x720p, at 30fps, and 9Mbps. 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Clear Photo LCD Plus, BIONZ, BRAVIA, Cyber-shot, Exmor, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Optical SteadyShot, and Smile Shutter are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Control

ISO: Auto / 160 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200

Battery Type: LITHIUM ION / InfoLITHIUM G type 3.6V Battery Capacity: Approx. 175 minutes / Approx. 350 images

Software

Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Vers 4.3 + USB Driver (Not supported by Macintosh Operating Systems) Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Mac OSX v(10.3-10.5)

Convenience Features

AF Illuminator Light: Auto / Off Multi-Pattern Measuring: Yes NightShot Infrared System: No NightFraming System: No Power Save Mode: Yes (after approx. 3 min. of inactivity) In-Camera Editing: Trimming / Red Eye Correction

Processor

Bionz Engine: Yes

Operating Conditions

Flash Effective Range: ISO Auto: Approx.0.2Approx.5.0m(W) / Approx.0.5Approx.2.0m)(T), ISO3200: up to Approx.10.0m(W) / Approx.4.0m(T) Flash Mode(s): Auto / Flash On / Slow Syncro / Flash Off

Inputs and Outputs

Accessory Terminal: Multi connector Audio/Video Output(s): Yes via Mutli-Use Connector
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