Sony - DSC-HX300 20.4-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
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Description
Features
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).
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What's Included
- MIA
Q: QuestionHow long can I expect the battery charge to last in this camera? Is a higher capacity battery available?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer 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.
Answered by SonyListens
Q: QuestionCan you turn the flash off if desired and can you also force the flash to be on?
Asked 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 by havanajoe8
Q: QuestionIs there a Viewfinder?Specs say no, but it looks like there's one above the LCD screen?
Asked 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 by Katelynn27
Q: QuestionIs it good for outdoors? Mountains, water and zoom in on wildlife?
Asked 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 by lk1993
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 by Forooz.
- A:Answer I just purchased a 55mm UV filter that fits fine on my HX 300 lens.
Answered by Anonymous
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 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 by SonyListens
Q: QuestionWill this camera put the date and time stamp on the picture?
Asked by jaysday.
- A:Answer Yes, it is possible to add date stamp only, time stamp is not supported.
Answered by CommunityAnswer
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 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 by Moose1120