Sony DSC-H300/B User Manual

Camera
Camera Type High Zoom digital camera
Imaging Sensor
Imaging Sensor 1/2.3" Super HAD CCD Sensor
Processor Bionz(R)
Pixel Gross 20.4MP
Eective Picture Resolution 20.1MP
Color Filter System RGB primary color mosaic lters
Recording
Media Type
SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card
Memory Stick PRO Duo™/Pro-HG Duo™ media
Color Space sRGB
Still Image Mode JPEG
Still Image Max Eective Resolution Approx. 20.1 Megapixels
Still Image Size 16:9 15M (5,152 x 2,896) / 2M (1,920 x 1,080)
Still Image Size 4:3 20M (5,152 x 3,864) / 10M (3,648 x 2,736) / 5M (2,592 x 1,944)
Panorama Still Image Size
Sweep Panorama: 360° (11,520 × 1,080) / Wide (7,152 x 1,080 / 4,912 x 1,920) /
Standard (4,912 x 1,080 / 3,424 x 1,920)
Video Format MP4 (AVC / H.264)
Video Mode
1280 x 720 (Fine )(1,280 × 720/30fps) /1280x720 (Standard)(1,280 × 720/30fps) / VGA
(640 × 480/30fps)
Microphone/Speaker Mono / mono
Still Image File Format Still Image: JPEG, Movie: MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264)
Optics/Lens
Lens Type Sony Lens
Aperture f 3.0 - 5.9
Optical Zoom 35x
Digital Zoom 2x
Total Zoom 70x
Focal Length (35mm equivalent)
Still 4:3: 25 - 875mm / Still 16:9 : 27.2 - 954mm / Movie 16:9: 30.3 - 1060mm / Movie
4:3: 27.8 - 973mm
Minimum Focus Distance
iAuto: AF (W: Approx.1cm (0.03') to Innity, T: Approx. 350cm (11.48') to Innity) /
Program Auto: AF (W: Approx.1cm (0.03') to Innity, T: Approx. 350cm (11.48') to
Innity)
LCD Display
LCD Type 3.0" Clear Photo™ LCD (460K dots)
Brightness Control 5 (Bright) / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 (Dark)
Histogram Yes
Grid Display Yes
Focus Control
AF Modes
Multi Point AF / Center Weighted AF / Spot AF / Tracking Focus / Face Tracking
Focus
AF Illuminator Auto / O
DSC-H300/B
Sony High Zoom Point and Shoot Camera
Specications

Sony DSC-H300/B Specifications

General

Sensor Type	Super HAD CCD
Sensor Size	1/2.3 inch
Effective Pixels	20.1 MP
Megapixels	20.1 MP
Optical Zoom	35x
Digital Zoom	70x
Focal Length	4.5 - 157.5 mm
Aperture Range	f/3.0 - f/5.9
Screen Size	3.0 inch
LCD Screen Size	3.0 inch
LCD Resolution	460, 800 dots
Video Recording	Yes
File Format	JPEG, MP4
Storage Media	Memory Stick Duo, SD/SDHC/SDXC
ISO Sensitivity	ISO 80-3200
Video Resolution	1280 x 720
Battery Type	4 x AA
Lens	Sony Lens, 35x Optical Zoom

Summary

Camera Specifications

Camera Details

High Zoom digital camera, 1/2.3" Super HAD CCD Sensor, Bionz processor, 20.4MP pixel gross, 20.1MP effective resolution.

Recording Specifications

Supports SD/SDHC/SDXC media, sRGB color space, JPEG still images, MP4 video format, and various resolutions.

Optical and Lens Specifications

Sony Lens, f/3.0-5.9 aperture, 35x optical zoom, 2x digital zoom, 70x total zoom, and focal length equivalents.

LCD Display and Focus Control

3.0" Clear Photo LCD, adjustable brightness, histogram, grid display, and multi-point/tracking AF modes.

Exposure and Drive System

Exposure System Details

Multi-pattern metering, ±2.0EV exposure compensation, various scene modes, ISO 80-3200, and white balance settings.

Drive System Features

Continuous shooting at 0.80 fps, self-timer options, and shutter speed ranges for iAuto, Program Auto, and Manual modes.

Flash and Convenience Features

Auto/On/Off flash modes, flash coverage, red-eye reduction, erase/protect functions, and power save modes.

Advanced Features and Interface

Advanced Camera Functions

Sweep Panorama, face detection, Smile Shutter, optical image stabilization, and in-camera retouching options.

Interface and Connectivity

Compatible with MS Duo/SD/SDHC cards, composite output, USB 2.0 port, and tripod mount support.

Weights, Power, and Software

Physical Specifications and Power

Dimensions (129.6x95.0x122.3mm), weight (495g main unit), uses 4 AA batteries, and power consumption.

Supplied Software

Includes PlayMemories Home and Image Data Converter Version 4 for managing photos.

System Compatibility and Warranty

Operating System Compatibility

Supports Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and Mac OS X (10.6-10.8) for software functionality.

Warranty and Accessories

1-year limited parts/90-day labor warranty, includes alkaline batteries, USB cable, strap, lens cap, and manual.