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Names of Camera Parts

This section explains the names and functions of the buttons, lamps, etc. on the camera.

  1. Speaker

  2. Battery/card cover

  3. Rear lens

    Caution

    • Be careful when handling the lens section to avoid damage.

  4. LCD panel

    Displays the menu, shooting information, and shot images. Touch operation is possible on this panel.

  5. Shutter button

    Shoots a still image or video when pressed.

  6. Tripod mount hole

    UNC 1/4-20 (compliant with JIS B 7103), depth: 6.7 mm

    Caution

    • When using a tripod, take care not to overtighten its screw. If you use a tripod with a different screw standard, the camera may be damaged.

  7. Power lamp

    Indicates the power status.

    Lit in blue:
    The power is on.
    Lit in green:
    The battery is being charged via a USB cable.
    Flashing in red:
    The power is turning off.
    Unlit:
    Charging is complete, the camera is in the sleep mode or light/sound off mode, or the power is off.

  8. Power button

    Turns the power on and off when pressed and held.
    Puts the camera to the sleep mode or cancels the sleep mode when pressed briefly.

  9. Mode button

    Switches the shooting mode between the still image shooting mode, video shooting mode, live streaming mode (only when the camera is connected to a computer with a USB cable), and My Settings mode (only when the settings are registered).
    Runs the last used plug-in when pressed and held.

  10. USB terminal (USB Type-C)

    Connects with a computer via the provided USB cable.

    Caution

    • When a USB cable other than the provided USB cable is used, it may take time for the battery to charge, or charging or data communication may not be possible.

  11. Front lens

    Caution

    • Be careful when handling the lens section to avoid damage.

  12. Microphone

  13. Camera status lamp

    Indicates the camera status.

    Lit in blue:
    Shooting is possible.
    Flashing in red:
    An error has occurred in the camera.
    Lit in green:
    The self-timer or Time Shift function is turned on.
    Unlit:
    A still image or video is being shot, or the camera is in the sleep mode or light/sound off mode. Or the camera is in a state where shooting is not possible as no more images can be shot, or no more recordable time remains.