43Shooting Featuress 3D photographyUse this mode for taking 3D images viewable in three dimensions on a 3D-compatible TV ormonitor. The camera takes one picture for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image.Images taken in this mode are saved at an image size of n (1920 × 1080).• After taking the first picture, move the camera horizontally to the right so that the subject isaligned with the guide on the monitor. The camera takes the second picture automatically.• The camera focuses at the center of the frame for the first shot.The focus, exposure, and white balance set for the first shot are used for the second shot.• Digital zoom cannot be used.• The telephoto zoom position is limited to the angle of view equivalent to that of a 132 mm lensin 35mm [135] format.• The angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) seen in the saved image will be narrowerthan that seen in the monitor at the time of shooting.• The two captured images are saved as a 3D picture (MPO file) consisting of the left and right eyeimages. The first image (the left eye image) is also saved as a JPEG file.• 3D images cannot be played back in 3D on the camera monitor. Only the left eye image of a 3Dimage is displayed during playback.• To view 3D images in 3D, connect the camera to a 3D-compatible TV or monitor using a 3D-compatible HDMI cable and configure the camera as described below using TV settings in thesetup menu (A 88).- HDMI: Set to Auto (default setting) or 1080i.- HDMI 3D output: Set to On (default setting).• It may take a while to display images when switching between 3D images and non-3D images.• Taking 3D Pictures ➝ E5B Notes About Viewing 3D imagesWhen viewing 3D images on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor for an extended period of time, youmay experience discomfort such as eye strain or nausea. Carefully read the documentation includedwith your TV or monitor to ensure proper use.
