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Q: QuestionCan you turn the flash off if desired and can you also force the flash to be on?

Asked 12 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer 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!

  Answered 12 years ago by havanajoe8

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Q: QuestionIs there a Viewfinder?Specs say no, but it looks like there's one above the LCD screen?

Asked 11 years ago by Kay.

• A:Answer 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.

  Answered 11 years ago by Katelynn27

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Q: QuestionIs it good for outdoors? Mountains, water and zoom in on wildlife?

Asked 10 years ago by Jen.

• A:Answer 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.

  Answered 10 years ago by lk1993

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Q: QuestionLENS FILTER AND HOODI wonder how a filter or hood can be attached to its lens, while there is no treads like a typical classic camera lens. This is a zeiss lens and I do not want be scratched by an accident. Thanks.

Asked 12 years ago by Forooz.

• A:Answer I just purchased a 55mm UV filter that fits fine on my HX 300 lens.

  Answered 12 years ago by Anonymous

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Q: QuestionIs the camera good in low light situations and can you take multi shots ?Can you take good pictures without a flash which is great for pictures of pets. How many consecutive pictures can this camera take of quick moving subjects?

Asked 9 years ago by Photobug.

• A:Answer 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

  Answered 9 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionWill this camera put the date and time stamp on the picture?

Asked 9 years ago by jaysday.

• A:Answer Yes, it is possible to add date stamp only, time stamp is not supported.

  Answered 9 years ago by CommunityAnswer

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Q: QuestionHow does this camera perform at indoor concerts?I am an avid concert enthusiast and love taking pictures at concerts with all the special effects. How well does this camera take pictures with special effects, strobes, bright lights, etc? Does it adjust with no flash? I am also a novice so I use the auto modes a lot.

Asked 10 years ago by electronic_enthusiast_1980.

• A:Answer 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!

  Answered 10 years ago by Moose1120

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Q: QuestionIs a remote or cable shutter release available for the Sony - DSC-HX300

Asked 11 years ago by Alan.

• A:Answer Hi Alan, you can use the Sony Remote RM-VPR1 with Multi Terminal Cable for the Sony DSC-HX300 Camera. It can be purchased by going to this link: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-remote-with-multi-terminal-cable-black/3352076.p?id=1219417405788&skuId=3352076 Thanks -Vincent

  Answered 11 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: Question1 sony dsc-hx300 + accessoryWhy is my camera dsc-hx300 process long time sometimes almost one minutes and sometimes i torn it off because it process long time and when i open it still processing? it happend 3 times now since i buy this camera the last was on july -12 -2013 my camera just sitting inside the house and i decided to go out and take pictures of the deer and it happend again..

Asked 12 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer If there is a delay before a picture is taken you may refer to the link below. https://us.en.kb.sony.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/42665/p/40096,40097,40507,74015/c/65,66/kw/takes%20time%20to%20process If the issue persist you may call or technical support line at 1-239-245-6358.

  Answered 12 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: Question1camera plus accessoryBefore i start pls forgive me my english. I buy sony camera dsc-hx300v in best buy i have it for more than 15 days now and i been using it lately and i don't like the result the processing was terrible sometimes i turn the camera off coz' i can't wait the processing it takes too long and when i open it still processing it happend 3 times now and some of the menu are not very clear if i use the zoom..i buy insurance in it and i would like to change the camera into defferent model instead of repairing it. Is this acceptable?

Asked 12 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Are you using the superior auto or intelligent auto mode? It sounds like you may be using a program mode with some set levels that is tasking the camera. Make sure you are using either the green or yellow camera icon for the mode when taking pictures. The camera will automatically define all the correct levels for white balance, aperture value etc. and make taking pictures a breeze; good luck!

  Answered 12 years ago by Knivels

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Q: QuestionWhat is the retail price for this camera?

Asked 6 years ago by Nicol.

Q: QuestionIs this enough zoom to take wildlife pictures out to 200 yards? I'm going on a safari and want to make sure it is capable for this once in a lifetime adventure.

Asked 9 years ago by Shootstraight.

• A:Answer Hi Shootstraight, The camera has a 50x optical zoom. This is one of the high powered zoom cameras of Sony. It can provide decent pictures in that range. Best regards, Zander

  Answered 9 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionWiFi capableDoes this camera have built in WiFi? I don't see it anywhere in the description. This would be a deal-breaker if not.

Asked 9 years ago by Moondancela.

• A:Answer Hi Moondancela, The Sony DSCHX300 doesn't have Wi-Fi. -Anthony

  Answered 9 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: Questionupgrade from dsc hx200vI have a CYBERSHOT DSC-HX200V. Are the batteries interchangeable? Does it have a tripod mount? Can it be charged without removing the battery? Thank you

Asked 10 years ago by ward.

• A:Answer Not sure about the batteries but it does have a hole for tripod mounting and can be charged without removing the battery.

  Answered 9 years ago by Reese

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Q: QuestionLen's coverI'm having issues removing and replacing the lens cover. I have the older model of this camera and did not have this problem with it. I was wondering if it's a problem with my camera or if its normal. Has anyone else had this problem?

Asked 10 years ago by Cindy.

• A:Answer I have the same problem I found it's just a bit small for getting a grip on. So I just used the cover off one of my other cameras with the same size lens.55mm that i don't use much. you can also get the cover at a photo shop.

  Answered 9 years ago by ozman

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Q: QuestionWhen you are playing the video back on a HDTV or Plasma TV, is there a slow motion play back option?I provide private lessons to volleyball players. When conducting a lesson, I currently use a Sony camcorder that I purchased over 4 years ago. It works great but has a few bumps and bruises so now I am not able to use the DC in connection for power (I use two rechargeable batteries). I am interested in updating my video capabilities and am interested in the option of using the Sony DSC HX300 camera. The main factor that will decide if I purchase and use this camera for videoing lessons is whether or not the video playback includes a slow motion feature. Does it?

Asked 10 years ago by Hutchvol.

• A:Answer Hi, Yes you can do slow motion playback on the built in screen. It is actually almost a stop motion effect when I play them back in slow motion, but that would likely be great as a teaching tool to help people see what they are doing right and what they need to change.

  Answered 10 years ago by pastormarkm

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Q: Questiondoes this camera have a dual voltage charger

Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes....

  Answered 10 years ago by Hardik

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Q: Questionwifi?Does this camara have wifi?

Asked 10 years ago by JuarezChihuahua.

• A:Answer No... Does not

  Answered 10 years ago by RucksBest

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Q: QuestionWhere is it made?Japan or China?

Asked 11 years ago by Tio kaka.

• A:Answer China

  Answered 10 years ago by Nick

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