Sony - DSC-HX300 20.4-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
- General
- Product Name: DSC-HX300 20.4-Megapixel Digital Camera
- Brand: Sony
- Model Number: DSCHX300/B
- Color: Black
- Digital Camera Type: Point and Shoot Cameras
- Imaging
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
- Image Resolution (Display): 5184 x 3888 (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to either capture an image or display it. The higher the resolution the finer the image details.)
- Digital Zoom: 100x (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- Low Light/High Sensitivity: true (High sensitivity digital imaging devices are designed to work in low light conditions to produce a high dynamic range image.)
- Image File Format(s): AVCHD, Other (Standardized software format(s) of storing digital images. The type of format chosen for capturing and compressing the image can determine quality, level of detail, and storage space required.)
- Focus
- Autofocus: true (Allows the camera to automatically focus through the lens, rather than by adjusting the lens manually.)
- Exposure Control
- Shutter Speeds: iAuto: 4 - 1/4000 sec.; Program Auto: 1 - 1/4000 sec.; Aperture Priority: 8 - 1/2000 sec.; Shutter Priority: 30 - 1/4000 sec.; Manual 30 - 1/4000 sec. (The length of time the shutter remains open when the shutter release is activated, expressed in fractions of seconds. The longer the shutter is open, the more light that is able to be captured by the camera sensor.)
- Maximum Aperture: 2.8 f/ (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- Burst Mode: true (Also referred to as continuous shooting. This feature captures multiple shots in rapid succession.)
- Self Timer: true
- Shooting Modes: High-sensitivity, soft snap, soft skin, landscape, night portrait, night scene, handheld twilight, gourmet, beach, snow, fireworks, pet, antimotion blur and more (Exposure modes employed by the photographer to control the optimal aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and other settings for capturing specific subjects/scenes. Examples include Aperture-Priority, Macro, and Manual modes.)
- Panorama Mode: true
- White Balance Modes: Auto, daylight, cloudy, fluorescent (white, natural white, day white), incandescent, flash, 1-push, 1-push set, white balance shift (Settings that calibrates how the color white is rendered in an image/video, reducing the appearance of unnatural contrasts caused by various light sources.)
- Lens
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Not Applicable
- Flash
- Flash Modes: Auto, Off, Slow sync (The flash feature emits light to increase the brightness of a subject in dimly lit environments. Common modes include Auto and Red-Eye Reduction.)
- Integrated Flash: true
- Display
- Display Type: LCD
- Screen Size: 3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Compatibility
- Memory Card Compatibility: Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) (The type of memory card(s) recommended for use with the product.)
- Features
- Face Detection: true (A function that automatically detects human faces and then sets focus and appropriate exposure to capture them.)
- Integrated GPS: No
- Records Audio: true
- Connectivity
- Output(s): HDMI
- PictBridge Enabled: false (PictBridge allows digital cameras, camcorders and other image capture devices to connect and print directly to photo printers and other output devices without using a computer.)
- Power
- AC Adapter Compatible: true (The device is able to be charged using an external power adapter which meets input and output voltages specified by the manufacturer.)
- Included
- Batteries Included: true (Indicates whether the product comes with the required batteries for its operation.)
- AC Adapter Included: true (An external power adapter is included for operation.)
- Memory Card Included: false (Indicates whether a memory card is included.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 3.7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 5.1 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 4.1 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 22.4 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 027242862128
This Sony DSC-HX300 20.4-megapixel digital camera features an Exmor R CMOS sensor for crisp photos and 1080/60p videos. Enhanced Superior Auto mode helps ensure clear results when shooting dynamic motion, even in dim light.
Memory card sold separately.
- 20.4-megapixel, 1/2.3" back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor: With RGB primary color filters captures high-resolution images up to 5184 x 3888 pixels.
- 50x optical/100x Clear Image digital/500x total zoom: Through a Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T lens with 15 elements in 10 groups, including 1 superED glass element, 2 ED glass and 3 aspheric elements, for precise zooming and accuracy.
- 3" Xtra Fine LCD display: With 921K dots, 5-level brightness control, histogram and grid display provides a clear view for framing or reviewing shots. Tilting design makes it easy to capture shots at a variety of angles.
- High-definition video mode: Lets you record crisp movie clips up to 29 minutes in length with up to 1080/60p resolution in AVCHD format. Dual recording mode allows you to simultaneously shoot photos and videos for flexible image capture.
- BIONZ image processor: Delivers high-quality results.
- Optical SteadyShot image stabilization: Along with Active 3-way stabilization with digital rolling control reduces image blur caused by camera shake and vibration. ISO up to 12,800 for improved image capture in low-light conditions.
- Scene modes: Include high-sensitivity, soft snap, soft skin, landscape, night portrait, night scene, handheld twilight, gourmet, beach, snow, fireworks, pet, antimotion blur and more to accommodate a wide range of shooting needs.
- Intelligent Sweep Panorama mode up to 360°: Makes it easy to create stunning photos of expansive landscapes. Face detection, blink detection and Smile Shutter technology allow you to shoot stunning portraits of friends and family.
- Enhanced Superior Auto mode: Helps ensure clear shots of dynamic action, even in dim lighting. Continuous shooting lets you shoot up to 10 fps, so you can capture fast-moving action.
- White balance controls: Include auto, daylight, cloudy, fluorescent (white, natural white, day white), incandescent, flash, 1-push, 1-push set and white balance shift options to help achieve natural color reproduction.
- Built-in auto flash: With on, slow synchro, rear slow synchro and off modes for crisp shots. Advanced flash lets you shoot bright photos while zooming. Red-eye reduction helps ensure natural-looking eyes in portraits.
- 9 photo effects: Include partial color, watercolor and more, so you can add an expressive touch to your images.
- Autofocus: Features multipoint, center-weighted, spot, flexible spot and face tracking options, along with manual focus, to ensure sharp images.
- Micro HDMI output: Lets you view photos and videos on a compatible HDTV (HDMI cable not included).
- Multicard slot: Supports Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Secure Digital and Secure Digital High Capacity formats for storing photos and videos (cards not included).
Whats Included
- MIA
A: Battery life depends on the mode that you are on the camera. Shooting still images *LCD Screen - Approx. 155 min. (Approx. 310 images) *Viewfinder - Approx. 200 min. (Approx. 400 images) Typical movie shooting *LCD screen - Approx. 50 min. *Viewfinder Approx. 55 min. Continuous movie shooting *LCD screen - Approx. 90 min. *Viewfinder - Approx. 100 min. Viewing still images *Approx. 270 min. (Approx. 5400 images) • The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
Q: Can you turn the flash off if desired and can you also force the flash to be on?
A: Yes to both. I set the flash to "always on" and then simply don't raise the flash if I don't want it. If it's not raised it won't flash, if it is raised it will. Works great for me!
A: Yes. It has the option to switch to the viewfinder to take pics or through the LCD screen. Also, the screen flips out so you can take a pic above your head and still see the pic.
Q: Is it good for outdoors? Mountains, water and zoom in on wildlife?
A: Yes. If you are not a pro and don't know how to use a DSLR properly, this will work for what you need. This is a great camera for capturing outdoor scenes. I use it to photograph our garden and for birdwatching. For serious zoom - you will need a tripod. I attached an image taken on extreme zoom. The shooting conditions were poor as I was photographing this hummingbird through a somwhat dirty window and the picture still came out this crisp w/o a tripod. Had I not been focusing on the feeder in anticipation of the birds flying up I think I could have a clearer shot of the bird instead of a semi focus on the bird and a sharp focus on the feeder. This was also my 1st day to use the camera and I am not using any manual settings, this was on the full auto mode.
A: I just purchased a 55mm UV filter that fits fine on my HX 300 lens.
Q: Is the camera good in low light situations and can you take multi shots ?
A: Hi Photobug, you can select different shooting styles in Scenes Selection including PeT and Night Scene. There is also a Continuous Shooting mode to take up to 10 frames per second for fast moving subjects. Thanks_Mitch
Q: Will this camera put the date and time stamp on the picture?
A: Yes, it is possible to add date stamp only, time stamp is not supported.
Q: How does this camera perform at indoor concerts?
A: This takes great pictures and picks up the lighting great without flash. I use the auto functions mostly as well. My 15yr old son uses the effects and has taken some great photos. Also, some concerts limit the type of cameras you can bring into the venues and this one qualifies and the zoom works great! I use the video function in low light or fast paced concerts, then take pictures from that. Eliminates blurry photos!
