Sony Xperia XA - 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 that you want to adjust, then edit as desired.

Still camera settings overview

Resolution

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

with a higher resolution requires more memory.

13MP

4128×3096(4:3)

13-megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreen

displays or print in high resolution.

9MP

3920×2204(16:9)

9-megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen displays.

8MP

3264×2448(4:3)

8-megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreen

displays or print in high resolution.

8MP

3840×2160(16:9)

8-megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen displays.

3MP

2048×1536(4:3)

3-megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreen

displays or print in high resolution.

2MP

1920×1080(16:9)

2-megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen displays.

This setting is only available in

Manual capturing mode.

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 if you want 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.

0.5 sec.

Set a half-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.

Object Tracking

When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.

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HDR

Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong backlight or in

conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail and

produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.

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. Also, if you want to capture a bright image even in dark

conditions, you can set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value.

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

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.

1600

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 1600.

3200

Sets the ISO sensitivity to 3200.

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

Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject

there.

Spot

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

Face

Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark or too

bright.

Average

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

This setting is only available in

Manual capturing mode.

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 on 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 setting removes unwanted dark

shadows.

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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

The flash light is turned on when you take photos.

Scene Selection

Use the Scene Selection feature to quickly set up the camera for common situations

using pre-programmed scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for you to

fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo.

Off

The Scene Selection feature is off and you can take photos manually.

Soft skin

Take photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect.

Soft snap

Use for shooting photos against a soft background.

Landscape

Use for landscape photos. The camera focuses on distant objects.

Backlight correction HDR

Use to improve details in high-contrast shots. The built-in backlight correction analyzes the image and

automatically adjusts it to give you a perfectly lit shot.

Night portrait

Use for portrait photos taken at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to the long exposure time, the

camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.

Night scene

Use when taking photos at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to the long exposure time, the

camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.

Gourmet

Use for shooting food arrangements in bright color.

Pet

Use for taking photos of your pet. Reduces blur and red eyes.

Beach

Use for taking photos of seaside or lakeside scenes.

Snow

Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed photos.

Party

Use for indoor photos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lighting or

candlelight. Due to the long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable

surface.

Sports

Use for taking photos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimizes motion blurring.

Document

Use for photos of text or drawings. Gives the photo increased, sharper contrast.

Fireworks

Use for taking photos of fireworks in all their glory.

This setting is only available in

Manual capturing mode.

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