Key facts
- Brand
- SONY
- Model
- NEX-5
- Category
- Digital cameras
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 10
- Languages
- EN · ZH · JA
- Last added
- 2012-05-02
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Sony NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C Digital Camera User Manual
This manual explains how to use the Sony NEX series digital cameras, covering basic operation, menu navigation, shooting modes, and image handling. It includes sections on identifying parts, interpreting icons, and using the control dial and soft keys.
Additional information covers connecting the camera to a TV or computer, using Sony software, creating dynamic image discs, cleaning, and detailed troubleshooting. License notices for bundled software such as C Library, Expat, and zlib are also provided. This manual is written in Chinese.
SONY NEX-5 specifications
| Default aperture for movies with autofocusing | F3.5 |
|---|---|
| AF Micro Adjustment value range | -20 to +20 |
| Peaking Color options | White, Red, Yellow |
Source: Sony NEX-3/5/5C/C3/VG10/VG10E Firmware Update Manual
All SONY NEX-5 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- Sony NEX-3/5/5C/C3/VG10/VG10E Firmware Update Manual 7 p
- SONY NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5Ccamera Manual 7 p
- Sony NEX-3/5/5C/C3/VG10/VG10E Firmware Update Manual 7 p
- Sony NEX-3/5/5C/C3 NEX-VG10/VG10E User Manual 7 p
- Sony NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5C Camera 3D Function User Manual 9 p
- Sony NEX-3/NEX-5 User Manual 83 p
- Sony NEX-5 NEX-3 User Manual 20 p
- Sony NEX-3/NEX-5 User Manual 83 p
- Sony NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5C 3D Function User Manual 9 p
- Sony NEX-3/NEX-3C/NEX-5/NEX-5C Digital Camera User Manual 158 p
Questions answered in these manuals
What aperture is used when recording movies with autofocusing?
The camera sets the aperture to F3.5 when recording movies with autofocusing.
How can I adjust the AF Micro Adjustment value?
Select Menu → Setup → AF Micro Adj. → amount and set a value between –20 and +20.
How can I assign functions to the soft keys?
Use the Settings menu → Soft Key Settings to assign desired functions to Soft Key A, B or C.
How do I change the menu callout position?
Select Settings → Menu Callout Position and choose either to always show the initial menu screen or the last used item.
How do I enable AF micro‑distance focus?
Open the Settings menu, select AF Micro Distance, and set it to On.
How can I view the 3D images on a TV?
Connect the camera to a 3D‑capable TV with an HDMI cable and select the 3D Viewing mode; only 3D images will be displayed.
From: Sony NEX-3/NEX-5/NEX-5C Camera 3D Function User Manual