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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 Digital Camera (Black)

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 Digital Camera (Black)
Key Features
  • 20.1 MP 1/2.3" Super HAD CCD Sensor
  • 35x Optical Zoom 4.5-157.5mm Lens
  • 25-875mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • 3.0" 461k-Dot Clear Photo LCD Screen
The black Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 Digital Camera is a point-and-shoot camera featuring a 20.1 MP 1/2.3" Super HAD CCD image sensor for producing high resolution still imagery and HD 720p video. This sensor is benefited by the inclusion of a long-reaching 35x optical zoom lens, giving a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 25-875mm. For shooting in low-light conditions and when working at greater zoom magnifications, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization is available to counter the effects of camera shake.
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Sony DSC-H300 Overview

The black Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 Digital Camera is a point-and-shoot camera featuring a 20.1 MP 1/2.3" Super HAD CCD image sensor for producing high resolution still imagery and HD 720p video. This sensor is benefited by the inclusion of a long-reaching 35x optical zoom lens, giving a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 25-875mm. For shooting in low-light conditions and when working at greater zoom magnifications, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization is available to counter the effects of camera shake.

For monitoring and playback of images, as well as navigating the menu system, a 3.0" 461k-dot Clear Photo LCD is available and offers five brightness steps to aid in viewing in bright conditions. There are also a host of camera effects to further refine the appearance of your imagery including Picture Effects, Beauty Effects, Face Detection, 360° Sweep Panorama, and iAuto mode. Additionally, the H300 is powered by 4 AA batteries.

20.1MP Super HAD CCD Sensor
The H300 integrates a 20.1 megapixel 1/2.3" Super HAD CCD image sensor to produce high resolution imagery that benefits from the 35x optical zoom lens and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization. The combination of these technologies renders sharp, detailed imagery suitable for both printing and sharing online. The sensor also enables HD video recording up to 1280 x 720 at 30 fps.
35x Optical Zoom Lens and Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
A built-in 35x optical zoom lens provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 25-875mm, giving wide-angle to super-telephoto perspectives to suit most shooting situations. Supporting this lens' long-range abilities is built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, which helps to lessen the appearance of camera shake.
3.0" LCD Monitor and Functional Design
The design of the H300 mimics that of a DSLR, providing an easy to hold body for increased stability when working with longer focal lengths. A 3.0" 461k-dot Clear Photo LCD monitor is available for image monitoring and review and features five brightness settings for greater usability in sunlit conditions.
Other Camera Features
Picture Effects help to add increased mood to imagery by altering their appearance to suit your creative direction. Effects include Toy Camera, Pop Color, and Partial Color effects amongst others.
Beauty Effect gives you the ability to enhance subjects' skin tones, smooth the appearance of their skin, remove blemishes and shine, whiten teeth, and more.
iAuto mode intelligently analyzes the scene you are photographing and optimizes camera settings to best render the situation accurately.
Face detection works to improve portraits by emphasizing focus and exposure on the subjects' face.
360° Sweep Panorama allows you to create wide panoramic images in-camera by simply sweeping your camera about the scene.
PlayMemories Home software is included for retrieving images from the camera and organizing them.

Sony DSC-H300 Specs

Imaging
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 20.4 Megapixel
Effective: 20.1 Megapixel (5152 x 3864)
Lens
Focal Length
4.5 to 157.5mm (35mm Equivalent: 25 to 875mm)
Optical Zoom
35x
Digital Zoom
2x Maximum (70x Combined Zoom)
Maximum Aperture
f/3 to 5.9
Focus Range
0.04" to Infinity / 1.02 mm to Infinity (Wide)
4.92' to Infinity / 1.5 m to Infinity (Telephoto)
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
1/1500 to 2 Seconds in Auto Mode
1/1500 to 1 Second in Program Mode
1/1500 to 30 Seconds in Manual Mode
Exposure Modes
Auto, Manual, Program
Exposure Compensation
-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Self-Timer
2/10-Second Delay
Special Options
Beach, Fireworks, Food, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Snow, Toy Camera Effect
Aspect Ratio
4:3, 16:9
Image File Format
JPEG
Internal Recording Modes
MP4
1280 x 720 at 29.97 fps
640 x 480 at 29.97 fps
Broadcast Output
NTSC
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid
Monitor
Display Size
3.0"
Resolution
460,800 Dot
Display Type
Fixed LCD
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light
Yes, Flash Only
Effective Flash Range
ISO Auto
1.31 to 22.31' / 0.4 to 6.8 m (Wide)
4.92 to 11.81' / 1.5 to 3.6 m (Telephoto)
ISO 3200
Up to 44.95' / 13.7 m (Wide)
Up to 23.6' / 7.2 m (Telephoto)
External Flash Connection
No
Battery
4x AA
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5 x 3.5 x 3.6" / 127 x 88.9 x 91.4 mm
Weight
20.81 oz / 589.96 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.7 x 5.4 x 4.6"

Sony DSC-H300 Reviews

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Does this camera pick up audio well? If not, can ...

Does this camera pick up audio well? If not, can I use a wireless mic with it or attach other mic?
Asked by: Russelyn
The audio quality is not as great as the video quality on the camera. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 Digital Camera does not have an internal input for mics. If you need to improve the sound quality you can use audio recorder and synch audio while editing your videos.
Answered by: llinelva
Date published: 2021-11-15

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why is my camera ok on playback but can not shoot new pictures????
Asked by: Anonymous
Two common suspects would be a locked memory card or a full memory card.
Answered by: Jacob C.
Date published: 2018-08-25

Can this be connected to and controlled with a ...

Can this be connected to and controlled with a smartphone?
Asked by: ty
No remote functions at all. This camera has a USB connection used only for downloading pictures to a computer. No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Answered by: Kevin
Date published: 2021-08-27

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ac adaptor
Asked by: Anonymous
Unfortunately, there is no AC adapter offered for this camera.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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how do u set time and language?
Asked by: Anonymous
To set the date and time, select a desired geographic location by following the onscreeninstructions, then press z on the control button. Set Date & Time Format, Summer Time and Date & Time, then select OK.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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Just got this its and when I take a picture it take three of the same picture all with different tints which is neat I guess, but is there a way to turn that off?
Asked by: Madison L.
Please email us at photo@<a href= http://bhphoto.com target= _blank >bhphoto.com</a> for assistance with your inquiry.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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how can i get rid of the grainy-ness from my videos using this camera. it says its 720HD capable but thats not what im getting. Are there some settings i need to change? thanx in advance
Asked by: Anonymous
720p is simply a resolution (indicating the video has a resolution of 1280720), and would have no bearing on you obtaining grainy video, or video with digital noise. Graininess, or digital noise, is typically caused either by recording in low-lighting, using a high ISO setting, or both, and is typically seen in the shadow areas of the frame. The only real ways to reduce digital noise is to use a lower ISO setting and to either shoot in bright lighting or add light to the scene (which is one of the reasons Hollywood and other movie companies use so much lighting gear when shooting movies, both at night and in daytime - lighting is an important part of video recording, controlling dynamic range, contrast, and assisting in reducing digital noise/grain). There are some ways to slightly improve video recordings using post-processing software such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Elements, though grain/noise may not be completely eliminated due to its random nature. The best I can recommend before/during shooting would be use the lowest ISO possible for the light levels in your scene, use external lighting to lighten the shadows in your scene, and shoot with reduced contrast. During post-production, you may increase contrast and use the editing tools to attempt to further improve the video and/or attempt to further reduce any grain/noise. You may also wish to view the software listed at https://<a href= http://www.neatvideo.com/ target= _blank >www.neatvideo.com/</a> The above plug-in works with the software I previously mentioned, and they list both examples and a free demo on their website.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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I have a Sony DSC-H300(black) and was wondering where the memory card goes in the camera and what is a card reader and do I need one?
Asked by: Jennifer J.
On this model, the memory card slot will be located inside the battery compartment. Now, a card reader will be used to transfer images from the memory card to a computer. It is another options if your computer does not have an SD card slot built in.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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