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Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300 - User Manual

Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300
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User’s Guide
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product.
Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide.
Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference.
For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM
Website at http://www.exilim.com/

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • B
    Brenda VasquezAug 17, 2025
    Why won't my Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300 turn on?
    • J
      john60Aug 18, 2025
      If the battery is dead or not loaded correctly, your Casio Digital Camera might not power on. Charge the battery. If the battery discharges quickly after being charged, it needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-130 rechargeable lithium ion battery.
  • L
    Laura WangAug 20, 2025
    How to fix out of focus during movie recording on Casio Digital Camera?
    • A
      Ashley DavisAug 20, 2025
      If your Casio Digital Camera is out of focus during movie recording, it could be due to several reasons. The subject might be outside the focus range, so ensure you are shooting within the allowable range. The lens may be dirty, so try cleaning it. Also, during High Speed Movie recording, focus is fixed, so half-press the shutter button for Auto Focus or focus manually before starting recording.
  • M
    Matthew HoAug 22, 2025
    How to maximize digital zoom on Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300 Digital Camera?
    • J
      Jennifer CortezAug 22, 2025
      If your Casio Digital Camera's digital zoom will not go up to the maximum value, check if the digital zoom setting is turned off and turn it on. If the “Zoom (SR)” setting is “Single”, change the setting to “Off”. Also, if the snapshot size setting is “VGA”, change it to a different setting.
  • T
    Tara AshleyAug 26, 2025
    How to fix out of focus monitor screen image on Casio Digital Camera?
    • T
      Terry PhillipsAug 26, 2025
      If the monitor screen image is out of focus on your Casio Digital Camera, and you are using Manual Focus, focus the image. If you're using Macro or Super Macro for scenery or portraits, switch to Auto Focus. Conversely, if you're trying to use Auto Focus or Infinity when shooting a close-up, use Macro or Super Macro.
  • H
    hollychandlerAug 28, 2025
    How to fix out of focus recorded image on Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300 Digital Camera?
    • M
      Martha LewisAug 28, 2025
      If the image is out of focus in the recorded image on your Casio Digital Camera, make sure the subject is located inside the focus frame when composing the image.
  • S
    Sean AndersonAug 30, 2025
    How to fix auto focus on Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300?
    • T
      timothyharringtonAug 30, 2025
      If the auto focus on your Casio Digital Camera does not focus properly, clean the lens if it is dirty. Ensure the subject is in the center of the focus frame. If the subject is incompatible with Auto Focus, use manual focus. If you are moving the camera when shooting, try using Anti Shake or a tripod.
  • H
    Heather Marsh MDSep 1, 2025
    What to do if images cannot be transferred over a USB connection on Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300 Digital Camera?
    • D
      Daniel SimsSep 1, 2025
      If images cannot be transferred over a USB connection on your Casio Digital Camera, ensure the USB cable is securely connected. Also, verify that you've selected the correct USB communication protocol for your device. Make sure the camera is turned on and connect directly to the computer’s USB port, avoiding USB hubs.
  • W
    Wendy TannerSep 4, 2025
    Why does my Casio Digital Camera suddenly power down?
    • D
      David MurphySep 4, 2025
      If your Casio Digital Camera suddenly powers down, it could be due to Auto Power Off activating, a dead battery, or the camera's protection function due to high temperature. Turn the power back on. Charge the battery. If the camera is overheating, turn it off and wait until it cools down before using it again.
  • K
    Kristy NealSep 6, 2025
    Why doesn't the flash fire on my Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300?
    • S
      Sandra NelsonSep 6, 2025
      If the flash on your Casio Digital Camera does not fire, check if the flash mode is set to Flash Off. If so, change to another mode. Also, ensure the battery is sufficiently charged. Finally, if a BEST SHOT scene that uses Flash Off is selected, change to a different flash mode or select a different BEST SHOT scene.
  • J
    Jenny PowellSep 9, 2025
    What to do if image is not recorded when the shutter button is pressed on Casio Digital Camera?
    • D
      david24Sep 9, 2025
      If the image is not recorded when the shutter button is pressed on your Casio Digital Camera, and the camera is in PLAY mode, press the REC button to enter REC mode. If the flash is charging, wait until it finishes. If the message "Memory Full" appears, transfer images to your computer, delete unnecessary images, or use a different memory card.

Summary

General Guide

Quick Start Basics

Charge the Battery

To charge with the USB-AC adaptor

Instructions for charging the camera battery using the USB-AC adaptor.

To charge using a USB connection to a computer

Instructions for charging the camera battery via USB connection to a PC.

Preparing a Memory Card

Turning the Camera On and Off

To turn power on

Step-by-step guide to powering on the CASIO digital camera.

To turn off the camera

Simple instructions for powering down the camera.

To shoot a snapshot

Deleting Snapshots and Movies

Using the Control Panel

Using Continuous Shutter

Digitally Correcting for Overexposure and Underexposure (HDR)

Shooting Snapshots Digitally Processed for Artistic Effect (HDR Art)

Recording Movies

To record a movie

Step-by-step guide to recording standard movies on the camera.

Recording a High-definition Movie

Recording a High Speed Movie

Using Prerecord Movie (Prerecord (Movie))

Recording a Movie for YouTube (For YouTube)

Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie (Snapshot In Movie)

Using BEST SHOT

Shooting Bright Images in the Dark without Flash (High Speed Night Shot)

Shooting with a Blurred Background (Blurred Background)

Shooting with Artistic Effects (ART SHOT)

Shooting with a Super Wide Angle of View (Wide Shot)

Shooting with Priority on Subject Faces (High Speed Best Selection)

Configuring the Camera to Help You Better Time Your Shots (Lag Correction)

Advanced Settings

Using On-screen Menus

Guide to navigating and changing camera settings via the on-screen menu.

REC Mode Settings (REC)

Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR))

How to use Super Resolution Zoom to minimize image quality deterioration.

Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus)

Guide to choosing different focus modes for optimal image sharpness.

Using the Self-timer (Self-timer)

Instructions on setting and using the camera's self-timer function.

Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement (Anti Shake)

Shooting with Face Detection (Face Detection)

Image Quality Settings (Quality)

Viewing Snapshots and Movies

Deleting Continuous Shutter Images

Dividing Up a CS Group

Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen

Viewing High-quality Movies on a Hi-Vision Television

Other Playback Functions (PLAY)

Editing a Movie on the Camera (Movie Editing)

Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF Printing)

Using the Camera with a Computer

Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer

Playing Movies

Uploading Movie Files to YouTube

Transferring Images from Your Computer to Camera Memory

To install Photo Transport

Instructions for installing the Photo Transport software.

To transfer images to the camera

Steps for transferring image files from a computer to the camera.

Using the Camera with a Macintosh

Connecting the Camera to Your Computer and Saving Files

Playing a Movie

Transferring Images with an Eye-Fi Card (Eye-Fi)

Using a Smartphone to Play Back Images Stored on a FlashAir Card (FlashAir)

Other Settings (Set Up)

Enabling Power Saving (ECO Mode)

Activate power saving features to extend battery life and increase shot count.

Setting the Camera’s Clock (Adjust)

Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format)

Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults (Reset)

Power Supply

Charging

Troubleshooting and procedures for charging the camera battery.

Battery Precautions

Precautions during Use

Guidelines for safe and effective battery operation.

Using a Memory Card

Using a Memory Card

Instructions and tips for inserting and using memory cards.

Memory Card Handling Precautions

Important advice for handling memory cards to prevent data loss or damage.

Reset Initial Default Settings

REC Mode

Details on the default settings for the camera's REC mode.

Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure (+Histogram)

Troubleshooting

Power Supply

Solutions for common problems related to camera power and battery.

Image Recording

Solutions for issues encountered during image capture.

Display Messages

Card ERROR

A problem with the memory card has been detected.

LENS ERROR

Indicates a potential malfunction of the camera lens.

Memory Full

SYSTEM ERROR

Casio EXILIM EX-ZR300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel16.1 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerNo
Total megapixels16.79 MP
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Supported aspect ratios3:2, 16:9
Maximum image resolution4608 x 3456 pixels
Still image resolution(s)640 x 480, 2048 x 1536, 2560 x 1920, 3648 x 2736, 4608 x 2592, 4608 x 3072
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom12.5 x
Combined zoom199.3 x
Focal length range4.24 - 53 mm
Maximum aperture number7.9
Minimum aperture number3
Lens structure (elements/groups)8/9
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)300 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)24 mm
Normal focusing range0.05 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modesMulti Point Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (wide)0.01 - 0.5 m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern)
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter typeElectronic, Mechanical
Fastest camera shutter speed1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed4 s
Flash modesAuto, Red-eye reduction
Flash range (tele)0.9 - 2.4 m
Flash range (wide)0.4 - 4.7 m
Flash recharging time5 s
Built-in flashYes
Power source typeAC
Dimensions (WxDxH)104.8 x 28.6 x 59.1 mm
Video resolutions640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedAVCHD, H.264, MOV
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Internal memory52.2 MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Maximum memory card size16 GB
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution960 x 480 pixels
Display resolution (numeric)460800 pixels
USB version2.0
Product colorWhite
Scene modes-
White balanceAuto, Daylight, Manual, Shade
Camera playbackMovie
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Camera file systemDCF 2.0, DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
Battery typeNP-130
Battery life (CIPA standard)500 shots
Cables includedUSB
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth28.6 mm
Width104.8 mm
Height59.1 mm
Weight165 g
Weight (including battery)205 g

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