PlayMemories Camera Apps Support Page: Picture Effect+

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1. When I started Picture Effect +, a warning message appeared.
   NEX-6: Turn the mode dial and select one of the P/A/S/M modes.
   NEX-5R: Touch OK to clear the message.
   
   
2. I cannot see the effect of Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Watercolor and Illustration on the LCD screen.
   The effect will be visible when played back.
   
   
3. What is the difference between Partial Color on the camera and Partial Color+ of Picture Effect+?
   With Partial Color+, you can select your favorite color as well as four colors (red, green, blue and yellow) of Partial Color, and you can adjust the degree of color retained. You can also select two colors.
   
   
4. What is the difference between Miniature on the camera and Miniature+ of Picture Effect+?
   With Miniature+, you can add Retro Photo effect or Toy Camera effect onto the Miniature effect.
   
   
5. What is the difference between Toy Camera on the camera and Toy Camera+ of Picture Effect+?
   With Toy Camera+, you can adjust the surrounding brightness of the Toy Camera photos.
   
   
6. What is the difference between Soft High-key on the camera and Soft High-key+ of Picture Effect+?
   With Soft High-key+, you can add the color effect (pink, green, or blue) onto the Soft High-key effect.
   
   
7. I selected Auto in Miniature+, but the defocused area is not displayed on the LCD screen.
   Defocused area is adjusted automatically in Auto, so it is not displayed on the screen.
   
   
8. I selected Auto in Miniature+, but the combined effects turn off.
   When you select Auto, you cannot use the combined effects.
   
   
9. Can I set drive mode while Picture Effect+ is active?
   No, drive mode cannot be changed while Picture Effect+ is active.
   
   
10. Can I set DRO (Dynamic Range Optimizer) while Picture Effect+ is active?
    No, DRO cannot be set while Picture Effect+ is active.
    
    
11. Can I set Creative Style while Picture Effect+ is active?
    No, Creative Style cannot be changed while Picture Effect+ is active.
    
    
12. Can I save the image taken with Picture Effect+ active in RAW format?
    No, the images taken while Picture Effect+ is active are saved in JPEG format.
    
    
13. Which exposure mode can I use while Picture Effect+ is active?
    You can use one of P/A/S/M modes.
    
    
14. I set Setting Effect OFF in MENU, but the effect of Partial Color+ is displayed on the LCD screen.
    The setting effect of Partial Color+ cannot be turned off.