Page 1 This function helps you compose your shot by zooming out temporarily when you lose track of the subject, so that you can relocate the subject quickly. DSC-WX800: Accessories compatibility information This website provides the accessories compatibility information. (Another window will open.)
Page 2: Preparing The Camera
Using the control wheel Using MENU items Using the Fn (Function) button How to use the keyboard Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) DISP Button Preparing the camera Checking the camera and the supplied items Charging the battery pack Inserting/removing the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera...
Page 3 Set. Face Prty in AF Center Lock-on AF Pre-AF (still image) AF Illuminator (still image) Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode Cont. Shooting Spd Priority Cont. Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Indicator during bracket shooting WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen...
Page 4 Intelligent Auto Superior Auto Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) About Scene Recognition Program Auto Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Exposure Sweep Panorama Scene Selection Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Movie: Exposure Mode Controlling the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. Exposure Set. Guide Metering Mode Face Prty in Mlti Mtr AE lock...
Page 5 Rng. of Zoom Assist Zoom Speed White balance White Balance Priority Set in AWB Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Setting how to process images Photo Creativity Creative Style Picture Effect Soft Skin Effect (still image) Auto Obj. Framing (still image) Color Space (still image) Shutter settings Release w/o Card...
Page 6: Recording Movies
Recording movies Shooting movies Movie w/ shutter Movie recording formats File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) Proxy Recording Audio Recording Micref Level Wind Noise Reduct. Auto Slow Shut. (movie) SteadyShot (movie) TC/UB Settings TC/UB Disp. Switch MOVIE Button Marker Display (movie) Marker Settings (movie) 4K Output Sel.
Page 7: Customizing The Camera
Volume Settings Photo Capture Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Disp Cont Shoot Grp Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Protecting data Protecting images (Protect) Setting Rating function Rating Rating Set(Cust Key) Designating images for printing (DPOF)
Page 8 Delete All Checking images before/after recording Auto Review Monitor settings Grid Line Monitor Brightness Display Quality Auto Monitor OFF Memory card settings Format File Number Set File Name Display Media Info. Select REC Folder New Folder Folder Name Recover Image DB Camera settings Audio signals Write Date (still image)
Page 9: Using Network Functions
HDMI Settings: CTRL FOR HDMI HDMI Settings: HDMI Audio Out. (movie) USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Version Demo Mode Initializing the camera Setting Reset Using network functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote)
Page 10: Using A Computer
Loc. Info. Link Set. Changing the network settings Airplane Mode Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Wi-Fi Settings: SSID/PW Reset Edit Device Name Reset Network Set. Using a computer Recommended computer environment Software for Mac computers Importing images for use on a computer PlayMemories Home...
Page 11 Aspect Ratio (still image) Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction High ISO NR (still image) Color Space (still image) Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) Scene Selection Drive Mode Bracket Settings Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Focus Area AF Illuminator (still image) Center Lock-on AF Set.
Page 12: Camera Settings2
Face Registration (Order Exchanging) Face Registration (Delete) Regist. Faces Priority Smile Shutter Auto Obj. Framing (still image) Self-portrait/ -timer Camera Settings2 Movie: Exposure Mode File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) Proxy Recording Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Audio Recording Micref Level Wind Noise Reduct.
Page 13 Function Menu Set. Func. of Touch Oprtn: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Oprtn: Touch Focus MOVIE Button Audio signals Write Date (still image) Network Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Send to Computer View on TV Ctrl w/ Smartphone Airplane Mode...
Page 14 Enlarge Init. Mag. Enlarge Initial Pos. Motion Interval ADJ Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Disp Cont Shoot Grp Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Setup Monitor Brightness Volume Settings...
Page 15: Precautions/This Product
USB Connection USB LUN Setting USB Power Supply PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Format File Number Set File Name Select REC Folder New Folder Folder Name Recover Image DB Display Media Info. Version Setting Reset My Menu Add Item...
Page 16 License Specifications Trademarks If you have problems Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display Warning messages 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 17: Identifying Parts
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Identifying parts ON/OFF (Power) button Shutter button Mode dial For shooting:W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/Playback zoom lever Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator Flash Do not cover the flash with your finger. If not using the flash, press it down manually.
Page 18 Microphone (Flash pop-up) switch When using the flash, slide the (Flash pop-up) switch. Monitor (For touch operation: Touch panel) When shooting from low angles or shooting self-portraits, adjust the monitor angle. For shooting: Fn (Function) button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button MOVIE (Movie) button MENU button Charge lamp...
Page 19 Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. Memory card slot Access lamp HDMI micro jack Battery/Memory card cover Speaker 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 20: Using The Control Wheel
During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Focus Standard Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 21: Using Menu Items
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
Page 23: Using The Fn (Function) Button
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Using the Fn (Function) button You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (Function) button and recall them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button.
Page 24 Select the desired function in step 2, then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings. Related Topic Function Menu Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 25: How To Use The Keyboard
Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 26: List Of Icons On The Screen
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 List of icons on the screen The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. Icons on the shooting screen Shooting mode/Scene recognition P P* A S M...
Page 27 AF Illuminator SteadyShot Off/On, Camera shake warning Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom PC Remote Overlay icon No audio recording of movies Micref Level Low Wind Noise Reduct. Touch Shutter Focus Cancel Lock-on AF Cancel Spot Focus Performing Spot Focus NFC active Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Connected to smartphone / Not connected to smartphone...
Page 28 Focus Mode Focus Area Metering Mode 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) D-Range Opt. /Auto HDR +3 +3 +3 Creative Style /Contrast, saturation, and sharpness Smile detection sensitivity indicator Picture Effect Face Priority in AF Soft Skin Effect Focus indicator/exposure settings Focus indicator...
Page 29 Spot metering area C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display Exposure Setting Guide Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Digital level gauge STBY REC Movie recording standby/Movie recording in progress 0:12 Movie recording time (minutes: seconds) Control wheel function REC Control 00:00:00:00 Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Icons on the playback screen...
Page 30: Camera Settings
Picture Effect error Auto HDR error Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” for other icons displayed in this area. Image information Latitude/longitude information 2018-1-1 10:37PM Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 31: Switching The Screen Display (While Shooting/During Playback)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) You can change the display contents on the screen. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. Each time you press the DISP button, the screen display changes. The displayed contents and their position are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
Page 32: Histogram Display
The following are not displayed in the default settings. Graphic Display To change the display modes that are switched when you press the DISP button, select MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Related Topic DISP Button 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 33: Disp Button
If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 34: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
(supplied in some countries/regions) Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1 (1) Micro USB cable (1) AC Adaptor (1) The type of the AC Adaptor may differ depending on the country/region. Wrist strap (1) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Inserting/removing the battery pack Open the battery/memory card cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place. Close the cover.
Page 36 Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera. Then, slide the lock lever (A) and remove the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera Turn the power off. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor (supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 38 Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 39: Charging By Connecting To A Computer
Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub. The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time. Related Topic Notes on the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images
Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony microSDXC memory card (UHS-I U3) (sold separately) The numbers for “Shooting (still images)” are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 41: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)
(wall socket). When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 42: Notes On The Battery Pack
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Notes on the battery pack Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only battery packs specified for this product. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.
Page 43: How To Store The Battery Pack
If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 44: Notes On Charging The Battery Pack
The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.
Page 45: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the product. Open the battery/memory card cover. Insert the memory card. microSD memory card/microSDHC memory card/microSDXC memory card: Insert the card straight with the terminal side facing the monitor side of the camera as illustrated (A).
Page 46: To Remove The Memory Card
Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 47: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
4 GB in size. The divided files can be handled as a single file by importing them to a computer using PlayMemories Home. Fully charge the battery pack before attempting to recover the database files on the memory card. Related Topic Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: Notes On Memory Card
Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used. Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: Setting Language, Date And Time
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Setting language, date and time The setting screen for language, date and time is displayed automatically when you turn on this product for the first time, initialize this product or when the internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged.
Page 50 Area Setting Using the control wheel 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 51: In-Camera Guide
Select the MENU or Fn item of which you want to see descriptions, then press the button to which the [In- Camera Guide] function is assigned. The descriptions of the item are displayed. Related Topic Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 52: Shooting Still Images
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Shooting still images Select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
Page 53 An icon indicating that data is being written is displayed after shooting. Do not remove the memory card while the icon is displayed. Related Topic List of mode dial function Zoom Playing back still images Auto Review Focus Area 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Focus Area
The focus area may not light up during continuous shooting or when the shutter button is pressed all the way down at once. You cannot execute functions assigned to the control wheel or the custom button while moving the focusing frame. Related Topic Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Focus Standard
Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button] or [Right Button]. Related Topic Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) Focus Area Center Lock-on AF 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 56 If the person is moving too much, the detection frame may not display correctly over their eyes. When the mode dial is set to (Movie), or during movie recording, [Eye AF] is unavailable. Related Topic Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) Set. Face Prty in AF 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Set. Face Prty In Af
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Set. Face Prty in AF Sets whether the camera focuses on detected faces with higher priority in the auto-focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Set. Face Prty in AF] → [Face Priority in AF] → desired setting.
Page 58 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], [Face Priority in AF] is set to [On]. The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. Related Topic Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 59: Center Lock-On Af
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Center Lock-on AF When you press the center of the control wheel, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On].
Page 60 Focus Standard Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 61: Pre-Af (Still Image)
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 62: Af Illuminator (Still Image)
When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes: [Landscape] [Night Scene] [Pet] [Fireworks] The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 63: Drive Mode
DRO Bracket: Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Spd Priority Cont. Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 64: Cont. Shooting
[Picture Effect] is set to one of the following: [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Rich-tone Mono.] [Miniature] [Watercolor] [Illustration] [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame NR]. [Smile Shutter] is being used. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 65 The [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame NR]. [Smile Shutter] is being used. Hint The focus, exposure, and white balance are locked to their values in the first shot. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 66 To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Brkt]. Note The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. [Smile Shutter] Related Topic Audio signals 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: Self-Timer(Cont)
Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 5 Img. Hint Press the shutter button again or press on the control wheel to stop the count of the self-timer. Press on the control wheel and select (Single Shooting) to cancel the self-timer. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 68: Cont. Bracket
When the flash is used, the product performs flash bracket shooting, which shifts the amount of flash light even if [Cont. Bracket] is selected. Press the shutter button for each image. Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Single Bracket
When the exposure is compensated, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
During bracket shooting, guides equal to the number of images to be shot are displayed over/under the bracket indicator. When you start single bracket shooting, the guides will disappear one by one as the camera records images. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 71 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 72: Dro Bracket
Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Note The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 73: Bracket Settings
Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Self-Portrait/ -Timer
The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 75: Touch Operation
MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Oprtn: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Oprtn: Touch Focus 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 76 When the shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama] During [Smile Shutter] mode When [Focus Area] is [Flexible Spot] When [Focus Area] is [Expand Flexible Spot] While using the digital zoom function While using the [ Clear Image Zoom] Related Topic Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 77 When [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], the focusing frame can be moved using touch operations. Note The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When the shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. When using the digital zoom Related Topic Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: Jpeg Image Size (Still Image)
4896×2752 pixels M: 7.5M 3648×2056 pixels S: 2.1M 1920×1080 pixels When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to 1:1 L: 13M 3664×3664 pixels M: 7.5M 2736×2736 pixels S: 3.7M 1920×1920 pixels Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 79: Jpeg Quality (Still Image)
Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 80: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)
An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that does not support high definition 16:9: An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that supports high definition 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Panorama: Size
Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 Related Topic Sweep Panorama Panorama: Direction 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: Panorama: Direction
Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom. Related Topic Sweep Panorama 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: List Of Mode Dial Function
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 List of mode dial function You can switch the shooting mode according to the subject or purpose of shooting. Turn the mode dial to select the desired shooting mode. Available functions (Auto Mode): Allows you to shoot still images of any subject under any condition with good results by setting the values determined appropriate by the product.
Page 84 Manual Exposure Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) Movie: Exposure Mode Sweep Panorama Scene Selection 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 85: Intelligent Auto
The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions. For [Intelligent Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) About Scene Recognition Mode Dial Guide 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 86: Superior Auto
The product may not properly recognize a scene under some shooting conditions. For [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) Mode Dial Guide About Scene Recognition 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 87 (overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded. For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto Program Auto 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 88: About Scene Recognition
When the product recognizes certain conditions, the following icons are displayed on the second line: (Tripod) (Walk) (Move) (Move (Bright)) (Move (Dark)) * The condition (Walk) is recognized only when [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or [Intelligent Active]. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: Program Auto
Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. Related Topic Switching the auto mode (Auto Mode) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 90: Aperture Priority
If this happens, change the aperture value. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 91: Shutter Priority
When the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer, noise reduction will be done after shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 92: Manual Exposure
When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 93: Sweep Panorama
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the camera. Set the mode dial to (Sweep Panorama). Point the camera at the subject. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition.
Page 94 (B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image. When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time.
Page 95 Panorama: Size Panorama: Direction 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 96: Scene Selection
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection). Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject.
Page 97: Hand-Held Twilight
Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. The flash does not pop up automatically.
Page 98: High Sensitivity
The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. For the minimum in- focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens. Related Topic Using flash 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 99 If you set [ Recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 100: Movie: Exposure Mode
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 101: Exposure Comp
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 102 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 103: Exposure Set. Guide
You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 104: Metering Mode
Other zoom functions than the optical zoom In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen. Related Topic AE lock Face Prty in Mlti Mtr D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 106: Face Prty In Mlti Mtr
The camera measures brightness using the [Multi] setting, without detecting faces. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], [Face Prty in Mlti Mtr] is locked to [On]. Related Topic Metering Mode 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 107 You cannot set the [AEL hold] function to [Left Button] or [Right Button]. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions other than optical zoom. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 108: Zebra Setting
To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 109: D-Range Opt. (Dro)
The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 110 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 112: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.
Page 114 When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images. Related Topic Zoom Setting The zoom features available with this product Zoom Assist Zoom Speed 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 115: Zoom Setting
Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale Zoom Speed 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 116: About Zoom Scale
Approx. 4.0× M: 10M Approx. 1.3× Approx. 2.7× Approx. 5.4× S: 5.0M Approx. 1.9× Approx. 3.8× Approx. 7.6× Related Topic Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting JPEG Image Size (still image) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 117 When you use the [Zoom Assist] function during movie shooting, the captured area is not displayed inside the zoom assist frame but on the screen. In addition, the zoom sound may be recorded. Related Topic Rng. of Zoom Assist 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 118 Selects how much to zoom out with the [Zoom Assist] function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Rng. of Zoom Assist] → desired setting. Menu item details Zooms out a small amount. Zooms out a medium amount. Zooms out a large amount. Related Topic Zoom Assist 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: Zoom Speed
The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera. Note Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. Related Topic Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: White Balance
If you use a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp as a light source, the accurate white balance will not be obtained because of the characteristics of the light. It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom Setup]. Related Topic Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 121: Priority Set In Awb
Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode
If you use a flash when capturing a basic white color, the custom white balance will be registered with the lighting from the flash. Be sure to use a flash whenever you shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 123: Photo Creativity
If you switch the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] mode or [Superior Auto] mode, or turn off the product, the settings you have changed revert to the default settings. When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto], and you use [Photo Creativity], the product does not perform the overlay processing of images. Related Topic Picture Effect 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: Creative Style
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with this function, unlike with [Scene Selection], where the product adjusts the exposure.
Page 126 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 127: Picture Effect
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.
Page 128 Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 129: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)
Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: Auto Obj. Framing (Still Image)
The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR]. [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. Other zoom functions than the optical zoom [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 131: Color Space (Still Image)
Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 132: Release W/O Card
Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 133: Steadyshot (Still Image)
MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [ SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [ SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set the camera to [Off] when using a tripod. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 134: High Iso Nr (Still Image)
Normal: Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Note High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 135: Regist. Faces Priority
Menu item details Focuses with higher priority on faces registered using [Face Registration]. Off: Focuses without giving higher priority to registered faces. Related Topic Set. Face Prty in AF Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 136: Smile Shutter
The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. If the product cannot detect a smile, adjust the Smile Detection Sensitivity. If you track a face using [Lock-on AF] while executing Smile Shutter function, Smile Detection is performed only for that face. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 137: Face Registration (New Registration)
Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority Set. Face Prty in AF Smile Shutter 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)
MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority Set. Face Prty in AF Smile Shutter 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 139: Face Registration (Delete)
If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 140: Using Flash
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Using flash In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting. Also use the flash to prevent camera-shake. Slide the (Flash pop-up) switch to pop up the flash. The flash does not pop up automatically.
Page 142: Red-Eye Reduction
Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 143: Flash Mode
Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 144: Flash Comp
The higher flash effect (+ side) may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect (- side) may not be visible. Related Topic Using flash 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: Shooting Movies
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE (Movie) button. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Since the [MOVIE Button] is set to [Always] in the default setting, movie recording can be started from any shooting mode.
Page 146 Use PlayMemories Home when importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to a computer. Related Topic MOVIE Button Movie w/ shutter File Format (movie) Recordable movie times Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) Focus Area 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 147: Movie W/ Shutter
When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can still start or stop recording movies using the MOVIE button. When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Related Topic Shooting movies 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 148: Movie Recording Formats
The AVCHD format has a high degree of compatibility with storage devices other than computers. Bit rate is the amount of data processed within a given period of time. Related Topic File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) AVCHD format 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 149: File Format (Movie)
2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor of the camera. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 150: Record Setting (Movie)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. Menu item details...
Page 151 If you want to store movies without converting them, use a Blu-ray Disc. [120p]/[100p] cannot be selected for the following settings. [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], the image quality becomes almost equal to HD quality. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 152: Proxy Recording
Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 153: Audio Recording
Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 154: Micref Level
Records the ambient sounds within a certain level. This setting is suitable for recording everyday conversations. Low: Records the ambient sounds faithfully. This setting is suitable for recording realistic sounds, for example at a concert. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 155: Wind Noise Reduct
Menu item details Reduces wind noise. Off: Does not reduce wind noise. Note Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 156: Auto Slow Shut. (Movie)
Does not use Auto Slow Shutter. The recorded movie will be darker than when [On] is selected, but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur. Note Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations: (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 157: Steadyshot (Movie)
If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. [Intelligent Active] and [Active] cannot be selected when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] or [XAVC S HD 120p/100p]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 158 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
Page 159 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 160: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch
Note When the monitor is flipped while in a shooting mode, such as during self-portrait shooting, TC/UB information is not displayed. In the playback mode, TC/UB information is displayed even when the monitor is flipped. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 161: Movie Button
Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [ Movie] mode. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 162: Marker Display (Movie)
Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to ( Movie) or when shooting movies. The markers are displayed on the monitor. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 163: Marker Settings (Movie)
Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 164: Output Sel. (Movie)
File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and the camera is connected via HDMI, the following functions are not available. [Face Priority in AF] [Face Prty in Mlti Mtr] [Center Lock-on AF] Related Topic HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: Playing Back Still Images
During writing, some functions are not available. You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Related Topic Recover Image DB 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 166: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)
You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Init. Mag. Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 167: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)
Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 168: Rotating An Image (Rotate)
You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 169: Playing Back Panoramic Images
To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU button. Note Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 170: Enlarge Init. Mag
Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 171: Enlarge Initial Pos
Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Init. Mag. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 172: Playing Back Movies
“Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause. Movie files recorded using other products may not be able to be playable on this camera. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Motion Shot Video 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 173: Motion Shot Video
You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file. If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product may fail to create the image. Related Topic Motion Interval ADJ 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 174 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Motion Interval ADJ You can adjust the interval of the tracking of the subject’s motion. MENU → (Playback) → [Motion Interval ADJ] → desired setting. Related Topic Motion Shot Video 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 175: Volume Settings
Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 176: Photo Capture
Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 177: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)
While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 178: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)
Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 179: Disp Cont Shoot Grp
[Disp Cont Shoot Grp] is set to [On]. If you delete the continuous shooting group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Spd Priority Cont. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 180: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)
Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 181: Protecting Images (Protect)
If you select a continuous shooting group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 Custom Key] beforehand, and then press the custom key while playing back an image to which you want to assign a rating. The number of (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) Rating Set(Cust Key) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 183: Rating Set(Cust Key)
(Playback) → [Rating Set(Cust Key)]. Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 184: Specifying Images To Be Printed (Specify Printing)
The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 185: Deleting A Displayed Image
You can delete an image displayed. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand. Display the image you want to delete. Press the (Delete) button. Select [Delete] using the control wheel. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 186: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)
[Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 187: Delete Confirm
You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 188: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable To view images stored on this product using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI jack are required.
Page 189 This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 190: Items That Can Be Registered
Optical zoom scale To change registered settings Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 191: Custom Key (Still Image/Movie/Playback)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) You can assign a desired function to a desired key. Some functions are available only when they are assigned to a custom key. For example, if you assign [Eye AF] to...
Page 192 Related Topic Using the control wheel Focus Standard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 193: Function Menu Set
You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 194 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 195 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 196: Delete Item
To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 197: Delete Page
Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 198: Delete All
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 199: Auto Review
When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 200 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 201: Monitor Brightness
File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when shooting a movie using the Wi-Fi functions. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 202: Display Quality
Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 203 [Auto Monitor OFF] does not activate in the following situations: When the monitor is flipped up by approximately 180 degrees When the shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama] When the power-saving function is not activated 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 204 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 205: File Number
The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001". (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 206: Set File Name
Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 207: Display Media Info
DSC-WX800 Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 208: Select Rec Folder
If [Folder Name] is set to [Standard Form] and there are 2 folders or more, you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded. MENU→ (Setup)→[Select REC Folder]→desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic Folder Name 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 209: New Folder
When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 210: Folder Name
The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10080405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2018) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 211: Recover Image Db
If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 212: Audio Signals
(Camera Settings2) → [Audio signals] → desired setting. Menu item details On:all: Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. On:Shutter Only: Only the shutter sound is produced. Off: Sounds are not produced. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 213: Write Date (Still Image)
If you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the images using PCs or printers. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 214: Menu Item Details
Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 215: Mode Dial Guide
You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. MENU → (Setup) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off: Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 216: Pwr Save Start Time
30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min Note The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 217: Auto Pwr Off Temp
Continuous movie shooting is possible for a maximum of approximately 29 minutes at a time. The recording time is approximately 5 minutes when shooting movies in XAVC S 4K/XAVC S HD 120p/100p format. (a product specification limit) Related Topic Recordable movie times 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 218: Ntsc/Pal Selector
If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 219: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Resolution
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 220: Hdmi Settings: 24P/60P Output (Movie) (Only For 1080 60I Compatible Models)
24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 221: Hdmi Settings: Hdmi Info. Display
When this product is connected to a 4K-compatible TV, [Off] is selected automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 222: Hdmi Settings: Tc Output (Movie)
Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 223: Hdmi Settings: Rec Control (Movie)
TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 224: Hdmi Settings: Ctrl For Hdmi
If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 225 Note During HDMI audio output, no electronic sound is produced when performing or ending movie recording even if [Audio signals] is set to [On]. Related Topic Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 226: Usb Connection
Uses Imaging Edge to control the product from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 227: Usb Lun Setting
Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 228: Usb Power Supply
Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 229: Pc Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest
If you select [PC+Camera] and you have not inserted a memory card into the camera, you cannot release the shutter even if [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 230 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 231: Date/Time Setup
To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 232: Area Setting
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 233 Displays the version of this product’s software. Check the version when updates for this product’s software are released, etc. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 234: Demo Mode
Does not show the demonstration. Note You can activate this function only when the product is connected using a dedicated AC Adaptor. When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 235: Setting Reset
Menu item details Camera Settings Reset: Initializes the main shooting settings to the default settings. Initialize: Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 236: Playmemories Mobile
PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.
Page 237: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Remote)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) You can connect this product to an NFC-enabled Android smartphone by touching them together and then operate the product using the smartphone. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 238 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Airplane Mode 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 239: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Qr Code)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the QR Code. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 240 When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. If you cannot connect your smartphone to this product using the [One-touch(NFC)] function or QR Code, use the SSID and password. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 241: Controlling The Camera Using An Android Smartphone (Ssid)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) You can control this product using your smartphone by connecting your smartphone to the camera using the SSID and password. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 242 Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 243: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Qr Code)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) You can connect an iPhone or iPad to the camera using the QR Code and operate the camera using the iPhone or iPad. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 244 Install the profile (setting information) by following the instructions shown on the iPhone or iPad screen and select [OK]. The profile will be installed to the iPhone or iPad. If you have activated the passcode lock function for your iPhone or iPad, you will need to enter the passcode. Enter the passcode that you set for your iPhone or iPad.
Page 245 When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. If you cannot connect your iPhone or iPad to this product using the QR Code, use the SSID and password. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 246: Controlling The Camera Using An Iphone Or Ipad (Ssid)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) You can control the camera using an iPhone or iPad by connecting the iPhone or iPad to the camera using the SSID and password. Make sure that [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] is set to [On] by selecting MENU →...
Page 247 Wi-Fi connection is unstable, it may be improved by turning off the Bluetooth function of the smartphone. If you do this, the location information link function is not available. When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 248: Snd To Smrtphn Func: Send To Smartphone
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images or XAVC S movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. MENU →...
Page 249 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 250: Snd To Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (Proxy Movies)
While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 251: Sending Images To An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Sharing)
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC-enabled Android smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. You can transfer still images and XAVC S movies Activate the NFC function of the smartphone.
Page 252 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic PlayMemories Mobile Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 253: Send To Computer
If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 254: Slideshow Settings
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Page 255 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 256: Loc. Info. Link Set
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Loc. Info. Link Set. You can use the application PlayMemories Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 257 Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again.
Page 258 For the latest information, refer to the support site. For the Bluetooth version, refer to the website for your smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Mobile Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 259: Airplane Mode
When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 260: Wi-Fi Settings: Wps Push
In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 261: Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 262 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 263: Wi-Fi Settings: Disp Mac Address
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 264: Wi-Fi Settings: Ssid/Pw Reset
Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 265: Edit Device Name
You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 266: Reset Network Set
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 267: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 268: Software For Mac Computers
Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Software for Mac computers For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The software that can be used varies depending on the region. Related Topic Send to Computer 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 269: Playmemories Home
You can upload images to a network service. (An Internet connection is required.) You can import images recorded with location information to a computer and view them on a map. For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 270: Installing Playmemories Home
Log on as Administrator. It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 271: Connecting To A Computer
Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Related Topic USB Connection USB LUN Setting 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 272: Importing Images To The Computer Without Using Playmemories Home
Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies or XAVC S movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 273: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer
On Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the micro USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 274: Imaging Edge
For details on how to use Imaging Edge, refer to the support page. http://www.sony.net/disoft/help/ Installing Imaging Edge on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: http://www.sony.net/disoft/d/ Related Topic USB Connection 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 275: Selecting A Disc To Be Created
A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 4, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high- definition image quality (HD) disc.
Page 276 Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 277: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies
DSC-WX800 Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 4, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.
Page 278: Creating Dvd Discs (Avchd Recording Discs) From High-Definition Image Quality Movies
You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD-compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 4, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.
Page 279: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies
For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. Related Topic Selecting a disc to be created Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high-definition image quality movies 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 280 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Using MENU items You can change settings related to all the camera operations including shooting, playback, and operating method. You can also execute camera functions from the MENU. Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
Page 282 Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 283 4896×2752 pixels M: 7.5M 3648×2056 pixels S: 2.1M 1920×1080 pixels When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to 1:1 L: 13M 3664×3664 pixels M: 7.5M 2736×2736 pixels S: 3.7M 1920×1920 pixels Related Topic Aspect Ratio (still image) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 284: Menu Item Details
An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that does not support high definition 16:9: An aspect ratio suitable for viewing on a TV that supports high definition 1:1: The horizontal and vertical ratio is equal. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 285 Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is set to [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 Related Topic Sweep Panorama Panorama: Direction 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 286: Panorama: Direction
Pan the camera from the left to the right. Left: Pan the camera from the right to the left. Pan the camera from the bottom to the top. Down: Pan the camera from the top to the bottom. Related Topic Sweep Panorama 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 287 Normal: Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Note High ISO NR] is fixed to [Normal] in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 288 Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 289 (overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded. For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto Program Auto 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 290 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection). Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting. Menu item details Portrait: Blurs background and sharpens the subject.
Page 291 Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. The flash does not pop up automatically.
Page 292 The minimum distance that you can come close to a subject does not change even if you select [Macro]. For the minimum in- focus range, refer to the minimum distance of the lens. Related Topic Using flash 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 293 DRO Bracket: Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Spd Priority Cont. Self-timer Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 294 Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 295 Optical zoom scale To change registered settings Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recall (Camera Settings1/Camera Settings2) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 296 The focus area may not light up during continuous shooting or when the shutter button is pressed all the way down at once. You cannot execute functions assigned to the control wheel or the custom button while moving the focusing frame. Related Topic Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 297 When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes: [Landscape] [Night Scene] [Pet] [Fireworks] The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 298 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Center Lock-on AF When you press the center of the control wheel, the camera detects the subject positioned in the center of the screen and continues to track the subject. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Center Lock-on AF] → [On].
Page 299 Focus Standard Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 300 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Set. Face Prty in AF Sets whether the camera focuses on detected faces with higher priority in the auto-focus mode. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Set. Face Prty in AF] → [Face Priority in AF] → desired setting.
Page 301 When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], [Face Priority in AF] is set to [On]. The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. Related Topic Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 302 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [ Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 303 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Exposure Comp. Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 304 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Setting 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 305 When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images. When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 306 Other zoom functions than the optical zoom In [Highlight] mode, the subject may be dark if a brighter part exists on the screen. Related Topic AE lock Face Prty in Mlti Mtr D-Range Opt. (DRO) Auto HDR 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 308 The camera measures brightness using the [Multi] setting, without detecting faces. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], [Face Prty in Mlti Mtr] is locked to [On]. Related Topic Metering Mode 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 310 The higher flash effect (+ side) may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect (- side) may not be visible. Related Topic Using flash 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 311 Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 312 If you use a mercury lamp or a sodium lamp as a light source, the accurate white balance will not be obtained because of the characteristics of the light. It is recommended to shoot images using a flash or select [Custom Setup]. Related Topic Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Priority Set in AWB WB bracket 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 313 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 314 The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 315 When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. will be displayed over the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 316 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Creative Style Allows you to set the desired image processing and finely adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness for each image style. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with this function, unlike with [Scene Selection], where the product adjusts the exposure.
Page 317 [Creative Style] is fixed to [Standard] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 318 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Picture Effect Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images. MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.
Page 319 Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. This function is not available in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 320 Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 321 Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority Set. Face Prty in AF Smile Shutter 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 322 MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. Select a face to change the order of priority. Select the destination. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority Set. Face Prty in AF Smile Shutter 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 323 If you select [Delete All], you can delete all registered faces. Note Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 324 Menu item details Focuses with higher priority on faces registered using [Face Registration]. Off: Focuses without giving higher priority to registered faces. Related Topic Set. Face Prty in AF Face Registration (New Registration) Face Registration (Order Exchanging) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 325 The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. If the product cannot detect a smile, adjust the Smile Detection Sensitivity. If you track a face using [Lock-on AF] while executing Smile Shutter function, Smile Detection is performed only for that face. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 326 The ISO sensitivity is set to [Multi Frame NR]. [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR]. Other zoom functions than the optical zoom [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 327 The product starts the self-timer shooting after three seconds. Hint If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 328 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. Manual Exposure: Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 329 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor of the camera. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 330 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Record Setting (movie) Selects the frame rate and bit-rate for movie recording. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. The higher the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. Menu item details...
Page 331 If you want to store movies without converting them, use a Blu-ray Disc. [120p]/[100p] cannot be selected for the following settings. [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] When [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p], the image quality becomes almost equal to HD quality. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 332 Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Movie recording formats Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Memory cards that can be used 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 333 Does not use Auto Slow Shutter. The recorded movie will be darker than when [On] is selected, but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur. Note Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations: (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 334 Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. Select [Off] to avoid recording the sounds of the lens and the camera operating. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 335 Records the ambient sounds within a certain level. This setting is suitable for recording everyday conversations. Low: Records the ambient sounds faithfully. This setting is suitable for recording realistic sounds, for example at a concert. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 336 Menu item details Reduces wind noise. Off: Does not reduce wind noise. Note Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 337 If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. [Intelligent Active] and [Active] cannot be selected when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] or [XAVC S HD 120p/100p]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 338 Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to ( Movie) or when shooting movies. The markers are displayed on the monitor. (You cannot output the markers.) Related Topic Marker Settings (movie) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 339 Sets whether or not to display the guide frame. You can verify whether the subject is level or perpendicular to the ground. [Off]/[On] Hint You can display several markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 340 When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can still start or stop recording movies using the MOVIE button. When [Movie w/ shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [ REC Control]. Related Topic Shooting movies 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 342 MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [ SteadyShot] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses [ SteadyShot]. Off: Does not use [ SteadyShot]. We recommend that you set the camera to [Off] when using a tripod. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 343 Selects how much to zoom out with the [Zoom Assist] function. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Rng. of Zoom Assist] → desired setting. Menu item details Zooms out a small amount. Zooms out a medium amount. Zooms out a large amount. Related Topic Zoom Assist 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 344 Note Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale Zoom Speed 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 345 The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera. Note Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded. Related Topic Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 346: Menu Item Details
If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level. Related Topic Switching the screen display (while shooting/during playback) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 347 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 348 Diag. + Square Grid: Place a subject on the diagonal line to express an uplifting and powerful feeling. Off: Does not display the grid line. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 349 You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Exposure Set. Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. Displays the guide. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 350 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 351 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) You can assign a desired function to a desired key. Some functions are available only when they are assigned to a custom key. For example, if you assign [Eye AF] to...
Page 352 Related Topic Using the control wheel Focus Standard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 353 You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 354 When the shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama] During [Smile Shutter] mode When [Focus Area] is [Flexible Spot] When [Focus Area] is [Expand Flexible Spot] While using the digital zoom function While using the [ Clear Image Zoom] Related Topic Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 355 When [Focus Area] is set to [Flexible Spot] or [Expand Flexible Spot], the focusing frame can be moved using touch operations. Note The touch focus function is not available in the following situations: When the shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama]. When using the digital zoom Related Topic Touch Operation 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 356 Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [ Movie] mode. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 357 (Camera Settings2) → [Audio signals] → desired setting. Menu item details On:all: Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. On:Shutter Only: Only the shutter sound is produced. Off: Sounds are not produced. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 358 If you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the images using PCs or printers. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 359 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images or XAVC S movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. MENU →...
Page 360 Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) Snd to Smrtphn Func: Sending Target (proxy movies) Airplane Mode 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 361 While you transfer many images or long movies, we recommend that you supply power to the camera from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied). Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Proxy Recording 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 362 If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. Proxy movies cannot be transferred. Related Topic Installing PlayMemories Home Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 363 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable. For some TVs, you may need to perform operations on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Page 364 Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 365: Ctrl W/ Smartphone
Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an Android smartphone (SSID) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (QR Code) Controlling the camera using an iPhone or iPad (SSID) Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 366 When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 367 In this case, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 368 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.
Page 369 If you have set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter each address according to your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority in the future, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push How to use the keyboard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 370 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Wi-Fi Settings: Disp MAC Address Displays the MAC address of this product. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi Settings] → [Disp MAC Address]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 371 Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 372: Bluetooth Settings
Disp Device Address: Displays the BD address of the camera. Note If [Bluetooth Function] is set to [On], it will take a while for the camera to turn off. Related Topic Loc. Info. Link Set. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 373 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Loc. Info. Link Set. You can use the application PlayMemories Mobile to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 374: Menu Item Details
Execute [Reset Network Set.] of the camera. For more detailed video instructions, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.net/pmm/btg/ Note When you initialize the camera, the pairing information is also deleted. To perform pairing again, delete the pairing information for the camera registered in PlayMemories Mobile before trying again.
Page 375 For the latest information, refer to the support site. For the Bluetooth version, refer to the website for your smartphone. Related Topic PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Mobile Snd to Smrtphn Func: Send to Smartphone Bluetooth Settings 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 376 You can change the device name for the Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth connection. MENU → (Network) → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name→[OK]. Related Topic Wi-Fi Settings: WPS Push Wi-Fi Settings: Access Point Set. How to use the keyboard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 377 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 378 If you select a continuous shooting group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 379 You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 380 [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Deleting a displayed image Format 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 381 Custom Key] beforehand, and then press the custom key while playing back an image to which you want to assign a rating. The number of (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Note You can assign ratings to still images only. Related Topic Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) Rating Set(Cust Key) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 382 (Playback) → [Rating Set(Cust Key)]. Add a mark to the number of that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Custom Key (still image/movie/playback) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 383 The position or size of the date (inside or outside of the image) may differ depending on the printer. Note The number of copies cannot be specified. Some printers do not support the date print function. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 384 Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies Playing back movies 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 385 You can also enlarge an image by double-tapping the monitor. In addition, you can drag and move the magnified position on the monitor. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Touch Operation Enlarge Init. Mag. Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 386 Displays an image with the standard magnification. Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after exiting the playback zoom mode. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Pos. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 387 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Init. Mag. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 388 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Motion Interval ADJ You can adjust the interval of the tracking of the subject’s motion. MENU → (Playback) → [Motion Interval ADJ] → desired setting. Related Topic Motion Shot Video 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 389 Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 390 Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 391: Menu Item Details
While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 392 [Disp Cont Shoot Grp] is set to [On]. If you delete the continuous shooting group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Spd Priority Cont. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 393 Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 394 File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K]. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [ Record Setting] is set to [120p]/[100p]. The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when shooting a movie using the Wi-Fi functions. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 395 Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 396 Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 397 You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. MENU → (Setup) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off: Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 398 You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 399 Displays in high quality. Standard: Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. When the temperature of the camera rises, the setting may become locked to [Standard]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 400 [Auto Monitor OFF] does not activate in the following situations: When the monitor is flipped up by approximately 180 degrees When the shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama] When the power-saving function is not activated 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 401 30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min Note The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 402 If you want to record using another system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card. When you perform [NTSC/PAL Selector], and the setting is changed from the default one, a message "Running on NTSC." or "Running on PAL." will appear on the start-up screen. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 403 Continuous movie shooting is possible for a maximum of approximately 29 minutes at a time. The recording time is approximately 5 minutes when shooting movies in XAVC S 4K/XAVC S HD 120p/100p format. (a product specification limit) Related Topic Recordable movie times 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 404 MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates the touch operation. Off: Deactivates the touch operation. Related Topic Func. of Touch Oprtn: Touch Shutter Func. of Touch Oprtn: Touch Focus 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 405 Does not show the demonstration. Note You can activate this function only when the product is connected using a dedicated AC Adaptor. When there is no protected AVCHD movies on the memory card, you cannot select [On]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 406 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 TC/UB Settings The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → setting value you want to change. Menu item details TC/UB Disp.
Page 407 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [TC Run] setting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 408 Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i], [1080p] or [2160p/1080p], based on which TV is to be connected. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 409 24p/60p Output] → desired setting. Menu item details 60p: Movies are output as 60p. 24p: Movies are output as 24p. Note Steps 1 and 2 can be set in either order. Related Topic Record Setting (movie) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 410 When this product is connected to a 4K-compatible TV, [Off] is selected automatically. If you set [ File Format] to [XAVC S 4K] and shoot movies while the camera is connected to an HDMI device, images will not be displayed on the monitor. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 411 Time code is not output to other devices. Note When [ TC Output] is set to [On], the image may not be output properly to the TV or recording device. In such cases, set [ TC Output] to [Off]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 412 TC Output] is set to [Off], you cannot use the [ REC Control] function. Even when is displayed, the external recorder/player may not work properly depending on the settings or status of the recorder/player. Check if the external recorder/player works properly before use. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 413 If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 414 Note During HDMI audio output, no electronic sound is produced when performing or ending movie recording even if [Audio signals] is set to [On]. Related Topic Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 415 File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and the camera is connected via HDMI, the following functions are not available. [Face Priority in AF] [Face Prty in Mlti Mtr] [Center Lock-on AF] Related Topic HDMI Settings: REC Control (movie) File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) HDMI Settings: HDMI Info. Display 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 416 Uses Imaging Edge to control the product from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Note It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto]. Related Topic PC Remote Settings: Still Img. Save Dest. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 417 Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 418 Shooting images Playing back images Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth connections Charging a battery pack ― Turning the camera on without a battery pack inserted ― Note Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 419 If you select [PC+Camera] and you have not inserted a memory card into the camera, you cannot release the shutter even if [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While you are playing back still images on the camera, you cannot shoot using PC Remote. Related Topic USB Connection Release w/o Card 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 420 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 421: Date Format
To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 422 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product. MENU → (Setup) → [Area Setting] → desired area. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 423 Format the memory card on this camera. If you format the memory card on the computer, the memory card may not be usable depending on the format type. It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. You cannot format the memory card if the remaining battery charge is less than 1%. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 424 The product resets numbers when a file is recorded in a new folder and assigns numbers to files starting with "0001". (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 425 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be entered. However, an underscore cannot be used as the first character. The three characters of the file name you specify using [Set File Name] will only be applied to images you shoot after changing the setting. Related Topic How to use the keyboard 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 426 If [Folder Name] is set to [Standard Form] and there are 2 folders or more, you can select the folder on the memory card to which images are to be recorded. MENU→ (Setup)→[Select REC Folder]→desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic Folder Name 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 427 When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 428 The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10080405(Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2018) Note You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 429 If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 430 DSC-WX800 Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies for the inserted memory card. Also displays the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 431 Displays the version of this product’s software. Check the version when updates for this product’s software are released, etc. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 432 Menu item details Camera Settings Reset: Initializes the main shooting settings to the default settings. Initialize: Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 433 You can add up to 30 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) [View on TV] Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using MENU items 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 434 (My Menu) → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 435 To delete all the items on a page, select MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 436 Select a page that you want to delete using the left/right sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Add Item Delete All 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 437 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Add Item Delete Page 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 438: On Operating Temperatures
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Precautions Refer also to “Notes on use” in the Startup Guide (supplied) for this product. On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications in this manual are based on an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), except where otherwise indicated.
Page 439: On Moisture Condensation
In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the product. This may cause the product to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. In places with high humidity This may cause the lens to mold. In areas where strong radio waves or radiation are being emitted Recording and playback may not function correctly.
Page 440 Network services, content, and the [operating system and] software of this Product may be subject to individual terms and conditions and changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 441: Cleaning The Lens
If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 442: Number Of Recordable Images
The table below shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 443: Recordable Movie Times
The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. Notes on continuous movie recording...
Page 444 File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 445 Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 446: Avchd Format
As the AVCHD format uses compression coding technology, the picture may be unstable in scenes where the screen, angle of view, or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 447: Notes On The License
GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 448: Specifications
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Digital Still Camera [Image sensor] Image format 7.82 mm (1/2.3 type), Exmor R CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 18 200 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera: Approx.
Page 449 Audio: LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit) Movie (AVCHD format) AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch, equipped with Dolby Digital Stereo Creator Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. [Recording media] Memory Stick Micro media, microSD memory cards [Input/output terminals] Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
Page 450 AC Adaptor AC-UB10C Rated input 100 - 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 70 mA Rated output , 0.5 A Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1 Rated voltage 3.6 V Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 451 XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Page 452: Troubleshooting
Initialize the settings. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Self-diagnosis display Setting Reset 4-745-585-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
Page 453: Self-Diagnosis Display
A product malfunction has occurred. Initialize this product, then turn the power on again. E:94:□□ There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.
Page 454: Warning Messages
Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-WX800 Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Unable to use memory card. Format? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [Enter] and then format the memory card.
Page 455: System Error
There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back an AVCHD movie because the Image Database File is damaged.
Page 456 This function helps you compose your shot by zooming out temporarily when you lose track of the subject, so that you can relocate the subject quickly. DSC-WX800: Accessories compatibility information This website provides the accessories compatibility information. (Another window will open.)

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