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1. Records in up to 29 minutes segments.

3. World's smallest, lightest interchangeable lens digital camera utilizing APS-C size sensor as of June 2011

4. Requires 3D HDTV, HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) and active 3D glasses sold sep.

6. Attaching Sony A-mount lens requires LA-EA1 adaptor (sold separately).  Autofocus available with SSM and SAM series lenses. 

7. Compatible with BRAVIA® Sync or Theatre Sync™ HDTVs connected via HDMI®.

8. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage.  Battery capacity decreases over time and use.

9. Requires compatible BRAVIA® HDTV and cable sold sep.

10. Auto Focus function available with Sony E-Mount lenses and Sony A-mount SSM and SAM series lenses.

11. Files compatible with iMovie® '09 or later on Mac. Software not compatible with Mac OS® X.

12. Requires HDTV and HDMI cable sold sep.

© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographic and photographic 
errors.  Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.  Sony, BIONZ, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, Cyber-shot, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick 
Duo, the Memory Stick logo, Optical SteadyShot, Remote Commander, Smile Shutter, Stamina, SteadyShot, Theatre Sync, TruBlack, and Xtra Fine LCD are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, 
Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac OS and iMovie are trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other 
trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.  

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Updated: January 18, 2012

Continuous 

Shooting Speed

Continuous 

(2.5fps) Speed 

Priority (5.5fps)

Drive Mode

Single-shot, 

Continuous, 

Speed Priority, Self-

timer, Continuous 

Self-timer, 

Bracketing

Flash Sync 

Speed

1/160 seconds

Self-timer

2-sec. or 10-sec. 

delay, (single, 

continuous 3 or 5 

frames)

Shutter Speeds

1/4000 to 30 

seconds, bulb

Shutter Type

Electronically-

controlled, 

vertical-traverse, 

focal-plane shutter

Flash

Flash 

Bracketing

3 frames, 1/3, 

2/3EV steps 

selectable

Flash 

Compensation

+/-2EV,1/3EV steps

Flash Coverage

FOV coverage up 

to 16 mm (in the 

focal length)

Flash Metering 

System

Pre-flash TTL

Summary of Contents for NEX-C3A

Page 1: ... 0 LCD 921K pixels TruBlack screen Contrast Auto Focus takes just 0 3 seconds on average Intelligent Auto Focus pre focuses as you compose iAUTO mode you get the right settings automatically On screen Help Guide explains modes and settings On screen Shooting Tips help you shoot like a pro LCD tilts down 45 up 80 for high low angle shots Control Wheel Customizable Soft Keys for fast simple use Exmo...

Page 2: ...ution high sensitivity and gorgeous blurred backgrounds HD movie recording Capture vivid lifelike HD movies in the PC friendly MP4 format Shoot 720 30p high definition or standard definition 480 30p 1 16 2 megapixel resolution You get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements Thanks to the APS C sensor size and Sony Exmor APS HD CMOS technology the camera achieves high resolution with no penalty...

Page 3: ...tor has best in class resolution as of June 2011 The TruBlack screen includes a special resin layer to suppress internal reflections increase contrast compared to conventional LCDs Sunny Weather mode boosts visibility even further in bright sunlight Fast Auto Focus Some cameras in this class are slow to focus That can make you miss the shot on fast moving subjects like sports and unpredictable sub...

Page 4: ... portrait photography where your focal plane can make or break your shot RAW image capture The NEX C3 saves your pictures as compact JPEG files or ultra high quality RAW files RAW files save images prior to de mosaicing white balance sharpness and color enhancement This retains maximum latitude for enhancing the image on your PC Background Defocus control Cameras with APS C sensors take beautiful ...

Page 5: ...h is unique and each give you a new and exciting way to make your images and videos pop P A S M operating modes The NEX C3 offers a full range of controls from the beginner s iAUTO mode to P A S M Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority and Manual On screen prompts help you refine your skills build your confidence and exercise greater creative control Anti Dust Technology Anti Dust Technology h...

Page 6: ...onstant AF Live View Real time image adjustment display Exposure Compensation WB Creative Style Histogram Yes On off Peaking Yes MF only Level setting High Mid Low Off Color White Red Yellow Grid Display Yes On off Customization Brightness Auto Manual Sunny Weather Display Color Black White Blue Pink Focus Control Focus System Contrast AF Focus Points 25 points AF Modes Single shot AF Continuous A...

Page 7: ...r typographic and photographic errors Features and specifications are subject to change without notice Sony BIONZ BRAVIA BRAVIA Sync Cyber shot Exmor InfoLITHIUM Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick Duo the Memory Stick logo Optical SteadyShot Remote Commander Smile Shutter Stamina SteadyShot Theatre Sync TruBlack and Xtra Fine LCD are trademarks of Sony Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are tradem...

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