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- Brand
- SONY
- Model
- ILCE-7SM3
- Category
- Digital cameras
- Industry
- Electronics
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- 3
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- Last added
- 2026-10-12
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Sony ILCE-7SM3 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual
This manual serves as the primary guide for the Sony ILCE-7SM3 interchangeable lens digital camera. It introduces the camera and supplied items, providing a startup guide for initial procedures from opening the package to releasing the shutter for the first shot. The document also directs users to the online "Help Guide" for in-depth instructions on many functions and the latest information.
The manual covers essential operational procedures, including preparing the NP-FZ100 rechargeable battery pack, inserting CFexpress Type A or SD memory cards into Slot 1 or Slot 2, and attaching compatible 35 mm full-frame or APS-C size dedicated lenses. It includes specific instructions for charging the battery via the charger or the camera's USB Type-C terminal using USB-PD compatible devices.
Sony ILCE-7SM3 specifications
| Image sensor format | 35 mm full frame (35.6 mm x 23.8 mm) |
|---|---|
| Effective pixels | Approx. 12,100,000 |
| Total pixels | Approx. 12,900,000 |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic Viewfinder (0.64 type) |
| Monitor size | 7.5 cm (3.0 type) |
| ISO sensitivity range | ISO 80 to ISO 102400 |
Source: Sony ILCE-7SM3 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual
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Questions answered in these manuals
What memory cards are compatible with this camera?
You can use CFexpress Type A memory cards and SD memory cards.
From: Sony ILCE-7SM3 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual
How do I charge the battery pack while it is in the camera?
Connect the USB Type-C terminal on the camera to an external power source such as a commercially available USB AC adapter or mobile battery.
From: Sony ILCE-7SM3 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual
How do I insert the battery into the camera?
Open the battery cover, slide the battery in the direction of the arrow until it clicks, then close the cover.
What types of memory cards can be used in the ILCE‑7SM3?
Both CFexpress Type A cards and SD cards are supported; each slot can hold either type.
Where can I find detailed instructions for advanced functions?
Refer to the online "Help Guide" available at https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2010/h_zz/ for in-depth instructions.
From: Sony ILCE-7SM3 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual
What type of battery is supplied with the camera?
The supplied battery is the rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100.
From: Sony ILCE-7SM3 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual