Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 — Menu Guide for Beginners
Where to find every setting on your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99.
Menu Paths
| Setting | Menu Path | Quick Access |
|---|---|---|
| ISO | MENU → Camera Settings 1 → ISO | Fn button → select ISO |
| Aperture | MENU → Camera Settings 1 → Aperture | — |
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Get step-by-step menu paths for shutter speed, white balance, focus mode, and more — personalized for your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99.
Tips
ISO
The HX99 allows for ISO settings up to 12800, so you can confidently shoot in low light conditions.
Aperture
Use the control ring around the lens to adjust aperture quickly while composing your shot.
Use the Control Ring around the lens to quickly adjust settings like aperture or shutter speed without diving into menus. This makes it easy to adapt to changing light conditions on the go.
Activate the Eye AF feature for precise focus on your subject's eyes, ensuring sharp portraits even when your subject is moving slightly.
The HX99's tilting screen is perfect for capturing creative angles, such as low ground shots or overhead views, while still being able to compose your image comfortably.
Enable Focus Peaking to highlight the areas in focus with colored outlines, making it easier to manually focus, especially in low-light conditions or when shooting with a shallow depth of field.
Use the Picture Profiles feature to adjust the color and contrast of your images directly in-camera, allowing you to match the mood of the scene without post-processing.
Get Settings for Your Scene
Start the wizard with this camera pre-selected and get personalized settings for your exact shooting situation.