Sony Xperia SP - Still camera settings

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Still camera settings

To adjust the still camera settings

1

Activate the camera.

2

To display all settings, tap .

3

Select the setting you want to adjust, then edit as desired.

Still camera settings overview

Resolution

Choose between several picture sizes and aspect ratios before taking a photo. A

photo with a higher resolution requires more memory.

3264×2448(4:3)

8 megapixel picture size with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-

widescreen displays or print in high resolution.

3104×1746(16:9)

5 megapixel picture size with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-

widescreen displays or print in high resolution.

1632×1224(4:3)

2 megapixel picture size with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-

widescreen displays.

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1920×1080(16:9)

2 megapixel picture size with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on widescreen

displays.

Self timer

With the self-timer you can take a photo without holding the device. Use this function

to take self-portraits, or group photos where everyone can be in the photo. You can

also use the self-timer to avoid shaking the camera when taking photos.

On (10 sec.)

Set a 10-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.

On (2 sec.)

Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.

Off

The photo is taken as soon as you tap the camera screen.

Smile Shutter™

Use the Smile Shutter™ function to determine what kind of smile the camera reacts to

before taking a photo.

Focus mode

The focus function controls which part of a photo should be sharp. When continuous

autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the yellow

focus frame stays sharp.

Single autofocus

The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on. Touch and hold

the camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is

taken when you release your finger.

Multi autofocus

The focus is automatically set on several areas of the image. Touch and hold the camera screen until the

yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your

finger. Continuous autofocus is off.

Face detection

The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The camera

automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping it on the

screen. When you tap the camera screen, a blue frame shows which face is selected and in focus. Face

detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.

Touch focus

Touch a specific area on the camera screen to set the area of focus. Continuous autofocus is off. Touch

and hold the camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The

photo is taken when you release your finger.

This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.

ISO

You can reduce image blurring caused by dark conditions or moving subjects by

increasing the ISO sensitivity.

Auto

Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.

100

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.

200

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 200.

400

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 400.

800

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Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.

This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.

Metering

This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the

amount of light striking the image you want to capture.

Center

Adjusts the exposure to the center of the image.

Average

Calculates the exposure based on the amount of light striking the whole image.

Spot

Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.

This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.

Image stabilizer

When taking a photo, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabilizer helps

you by compensating for small movements of the hand.

This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.

Preview

You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them.

Unlimited

The preview of the photo or video appears after you shoot it.

5 seconds

The preview of the photo or video appears for 5 seconds after you shoot it.

3 seconds

The preview of the photo or video appears for 3 seconds after you shoot it.

Edit

The photo or video opens for editing after you shoot it.

Off

The photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.

Flash

Use the flash to take photos when lighting conditions are poor or when there is a

backlight. The following options are available when you tap the flash icon in the

camera screen:

Auto

The camera automatically determines if the lighting conditions require the use of a flash.

Fill flash

Use this setting when the background is brighter than the subject. This removes unwanted dark

shadows.

Red-eye reduction

Reduces the red color of eyes when taking a photo.

Off

The flash is turned off. Sometimes photo quality can be better without the flash, even if lighting

conditions are poor. Taking a good photo without using the flash requires a steady hand. Use the

self-timer to avoid blurred photos.

Flashlight

A torch or camera light is turned on when you take photos.

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