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# Full 1080p HD Video with stereo sound World's thinnest digital camera (<1 inch) 5x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Silver)

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** 463 som
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## Summary

> 📸 Pocket-sized power with pro-level clarity — don’t just capture moments, own them!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Silver) by canon
- **How much does it cost?** 463 som with free shipping
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## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Slim & Stylish Powerhouse:** Ultra-compact design fits effortlessly in your pocket without sacrificing performance.
- • **Crystal Clear Shots Anytime:** Canon’s HS SYSTEM with 12.1MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 processor delivers stunning low-light photos—no flash needed.
- • **Zoom & Stabilize Like a Pro:** 5x optical zoom paired with optical image stabilization ensures sharp, blur-free images even at full zoom.
- • **Seamless Full HD Video Capture:** Record smooth 1080p videos with stereo sound and dynamic image stabilization for steady footage on the go.
- • **Smart Auto for Effortless Creativity:** Advanced Smart AUTO mode intelligently selects from 32 scene presets so you never miss the perfect shot.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS is the world’s thinnest digital camera featuring a 24mm ultra wide-angle lens, 5x optical zoom with image stabilization, and a 12.1MP CMOS sensor enhanced by Canon’s HS SYSTEM for superior low-light performance. It shoots full 1080p HD video with stereo sound and offers high-speed burst shooting at 8fps. With 32 Smart AUTO scene modes and creative effects, this sleek, lightweight camera is designed for professionals and enthusiasts who demand style, portability, and versatile imaging capabilities.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Don't let the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS digital camera's slim profile and good looks fool you. This slick little device may stand out from the crowd, but it'll also deliver brilliant still images, ultra-detailed 1080p Full HD video, serious functionality, and a wealth of effects and automatic settings. You'll be surprised how much is packed into such a slim point-and-shoot. Let your imagination run wild, and let Canon's HS SYSTEM, a 24mm lens, 5x Optical Zoom, and 12.1 Megapixels help you snap great photos everywhere. The ELPH 300 HS is less than an inch deep and weighs less than 5 ounces. Ultra wide-angle 24mm lens and 5x optical zoom on board. Canon's HS SYSTEM improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash, and lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings. Incredibly Thin. Incredibly Powerful.Thin Is InAt less than an inch deep and weighing just under five ounces, the PowerShot 300 HS will fit right in your pocket, but it packs plenty of power into its sleek point-and-shoot body. A 24mm ultra wide-angle lens with a powerful 5x optical zoom gives you the versatility to shoot in any number of situations, and the optical image stabilizer keeps things from getting too shaky when you're zoomed in tight. Whether you're out partying or just walking around town, you don't need to sacrifice style for power--the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS has got you covered for capturing great photos effortlessly.No More Dark PhotosCanon's HS SYSTEM improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash, and lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings.The Canon HS SYSTEM takes the frustration out of low-light shooting, delivering clear, blur-free shots with all the ambiance intact, and freeing you from the sometimes unwanted effects of using the flash. Beautiful low-light shots are possible at both low and high ISO speeds, and the dynamic range is expanded to retain maximum detail in highlight and shadow areas.The system is the result of two technologies brought together in this compact PowerShot. The first is the 12.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, which positions the light-receiving surface for optimal light reception. More light means clearer, blur-free images with plenty of detail and nuance, even in dark areas. Working together with the CMOS sensor to deliver the HS SYSTEM is Canon's advanced DIGIC 4 Image Processor, which actively reduces noise and delivers high speed image processing. Canon’s HS System provides dramatically greater sensitivity than your average camera with identical or greater megapixel counts. Click here for a larger imageThe HS Megapixel AdvantageThere's more to megapixels. Canon's HS System provides dramatically greater sensitivity than your average camera with identical or greater megapixel counts. That means you don't need excessive megapixels to achieve spectacular images with minimal noise, and you get equally impressive results out of the 12.1 megapixel ELPH 300 HS.Memorable Moments in Full HDExperiencing the brilliance of HD video in a Canon PowerShot ELPH digital camera has never been easier. With the convenient dedicated movie button, you'll be able to instantly record everyday moments in high-definition detail at the push of a button. Record in Full 1080p HD with stereo sound, and pick up the optional HTC-100 HDMI cable for viewing your footage directly on your HDTV. You can also use the optical zoom while shooting video, so you can get in nice and close--plus, no need to worry about shaky footage thanks to dynamic image stabilization to keep your videos steady! Capture video in Full 1080p HD resolution, and add an optional HDMI cable for enjoying directly on your HDTV. A PowerShot that Keeps Up with the ActionSometimes, the action just won't stop for you. The PowerShot ELPH 300 HS comes equipped with a High-Speed Burst Mode that can capture eight frames per second. Just hold down the shutter button and catch rapid-fire action sequences--perfect for sporting events! You can also add a fun slow motion effect to your videos, using Super Slow Motion Movie. Super Slow Motion Movie will record your clips at a high speed, so that when you watch your videos, they'll play back in slow motion--a great feature for analyzing sports play-by-play, or just for creating fun visual effects.Advanced Smart AUTO for Stills and Videos that ShineThe PowerShot ELPH 300 HS digital camera takes the quality of your still images and videos to a whole new level--automatically. The camera's advanced Smart AUTO system detects a wealth of information about the scene you're shooting, then automatically selects the optimal settings for you. Now with an expanded range of 32 shooting scenarios, the camera handles a wide variety of situations, freeing you up to concentrate on composing your shot and capturing the moment you're looking for. From portraits to landscapes to action scenes, the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS digital camera has you covered, whether you're shooting stills or videos. Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 Functions Canon PowerShot ELPH Series Feature Comparison Smart AUTO The camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity.P Program Access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically.Movie Digest Mode Records a video clip before capturing a still image and then combines one day's worth of clips into a video.Portrait The camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject pop.Kids & Pets Reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects, so you won't miss those special shots.Smart Shutter The camera automatically takes the photo when people smile, wink, or get into frame.High-speed Burst The camera shoots continuously at a high speed of approx. 8.2fps while you hold down the shutter.Best Image Selection The camera takes five photos in succession, and then chooses the best one out of the bunch.Handheld Night Scene Suppresses image blur even without the help of a tripod.Low Light For high quality image capture in an amazing range of dimly-lit situations.Fisheye Effect Add a classic photo distortion without a fisheye lens.Miniature Effect for Movies & Stills Emphasizes perspective for a miniature effect by blurring upper and bottom portions of videos and stills.Toy Camera Effect Simulates photos taken with "toy" or pinhole cameras, darkening the image at the edges to create a vignette effect.Creative Light Effect Transform background bright spots to stars, hearts, music motes and more.Monochrome Choose from three single-tone effects: Black-and-White, Sepia, or Blue.Super Vivid Super Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright colors.Poster Effect Poster Effect combines several similar shades into one color, turning subtle gradations into eye-catching, scene-popping contrasts.Color Accent Choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome.Color Swap Select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects.Beach Get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces.Foliage Capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms.Snow Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint.Fireworks Grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks.Stitch Assist Build awe-inspiring panoramas by neatly aligning sequential images. Camera ELPH 500 HS ELPH 300 HS ELPH 100 HS Resolution 12.1 12.1 12.1 Optical Zoom 4.4X 5X 4X LCD Size 3.2" 2.7" 3.0" Image Processor DIGIC 4 DIGIC 4 DIGIC 4 Focal Length 24-105 24-120 28-112 Image Stabilization Optical IS Optical IS Optical IS HD Video 1080p 1080p 1080p Smart AUTO Scences 32 32 32 Number of Scene Modes 26 25 26 About the Camera Use the touch panel LCD for easy, fun operation. Ultra wide angle lens gets more in your shot Take this camera everywhere! Full HD, cool scence modes and Smart AUTO make shooting a breeze! Value in price but not in features. The HS SYSTEM, full HD Video in a small, compact frame, five colors Feature Call Out Touch Panel, F2 lens, HS SYSTEM, HD Video, Movie Digest, Smart AUTO Slim and Sexy! Ultra compact, and ultra wide angle, HD Video, HS SYSTEM, Movie Digest Value price, HD Video, HS SYSTEM, Movie Digest, Smart AUTO Movie CapabilitiesThe PowerShot ELPH 300 HS gives you a variety of resolution options for shooting movies, depending on your needs. Shoot in Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps for up to 14 min. 34 sec. or 4GB per clip. Shoot in HD (1280 x 720) at 24 fps for up to 20 min. and 43 sec. or 4GB per clip. Shoot in VGA (640 x 480) at 30 fps for up to 43 min. and 43 sec. or 4GB per clip and QVGA (320 x 240 at 30 fps) for up to 1 hour 58 min. and 19 sec. or 4GB per clip.Super Slow Motion MovieRecord your clips in high speed (approx. 240fps), and then watch your videos in slow motion. (Watch a video of Super Slow Motion Movie Mode at the top of the page, just below the product image.)Miniature Movie ModeMiniature Movie Mode enhances perspective to make large scenes like cityscapes or landscapes appear to be in miniature proportions. (Watch a video of Miniature Movie Mode at the top of the page, just below the product image.)Easily Turn Your Memories into VideosPutting together a video containing highlights from family vacations, important occasions and other special events is now easier than you might imagine. Using the Movie Digest Mode, you can have the camera automatically record a short video clip (up to approximately 4 seconds) every time you shoot a still image. The camera will then combine an entire day's worth of clips into a single video. No editing required--Movie Digest Mode does all the work, so you can sit back and enjoy your video!Add Some Fun to Your PhotosTwo new scene modes, Toy Camera Effect and Monochrome, add an artistic look to your photos.Toy Camera Effect Add some vintage nostalgia with Toy Camera Effect, which recreates the classic look by darkening the edges to make them appear as if they were photographed through a pinhole lens, and amping up the contrast.Monochrome Monochrome lets you stray from the usual black and white, letting you choose from three single-toned effects: Black & White, Sepia, or Blue, to really give your photos the effect you're looking for. What's in the BoxPowerShot ELPH 300 HS (Black), Battery Pack, Battery Charger, Wrist Strap, AV Cable, USB Interface Cable, Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM, Documentation Product Description Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Silver)

Review: Wonderful compact camera with hd video - I'm a DSLR photographer who shoots professionally and has managed a camera store in the past. I wanted something I can take with me everywhere but still produces good quality shots. I also wanted a camera that could shoot good looking videos. I researched several models and after much deliberation decided on the Canon 300 HS. I'm very happy I did. Image Quality: I tested cameras and lenses all the time while managing the camera store so whenever I purchase a new camera or lens I always test it. The Canon 300 HS doesn't produce the quality of images my Nikon D7000 does but I didn't expect it to. The edges get a little soft with the 300 HS when looking at the image at 100% whereas the D7000 images are almost tact sharp. Comparing the 300 HS to the Canon Powershot SD1000 from a few years ago, the 300 HS blows it out of the water. The SD1000 is a 7 MP camera. Shooting the same shots on a tripod with the same focal length on the lens the 300 HS uses its extra MPs well. When looking at the images from each camera at 100%, at the wide angle zoom setting and normal zoom setting both cameras have about the same relative slight softness on the edges. However the 300 HS has more MP so it actually produces much more detail in the image. I think it was smart for Canon to keep the MP at 12 because last years models while being 14 MP (SD1400) didn't give any extra detail from what I could tell than the 12 MP version (SD1300). The SD1400 was basically just creating larger files. When zooming in the telephoto setting the 300 HS clearly produced a sharper image than the SD1000. Often cameras have sweet spots in the zoom range in which it will produce crisper images. The 300 HS has consistently good sharpness throughout it's zoom range. HS system and ISO: The image processing with the HS system truly works to reduce noise at higher ISOs enabling people to produce better quality images in low light. The improvement in image quality gets more and more visible the greater and greater the ISO. ISO 400 with the 300 HS was almost as good as ISO 200 on the SD1000. ISO 800 on the 300 HS was a tad better than ISO 400 on the SD1000. ISO 1600 on the 300 HS was between ISO 400 and 800 on the SD1000. ISO 3200 on the 300 HS produced the same quality of image (noise) as ISO 800 on the SD1000. A 2 stop in film speed improvement is big. 1080p video and slow motion: With good light, the 300 HS produces wonderful smooth 1080 videos. If you look at a lot of HD videos from compact cameras the video often looks jumpy. From what I've seen it wasn't until you got to the Canon G12 or Panasonic LX5 that the video looked smooth. Both of those cameras only shoot 720p whereas this camera shoots 1080p. The video also very good detail. It truly looks HD. If you are wanting zoom and continuous AF with your video this camera is the one you want compared to the 100 HS which doesn't allow you to zoom. The continuous AF with face recognition is stellar with this camera in video mode. I was videoing my wife while she was driving. It focused on her face. I switched to the scenery outside. It immediately focused on that. I then went back to my wife and it found her face and focused on it right away. I even videoed her reflection in the rear view mirror and it found her face in the mirror no problem and focused on it. AMAZING!!!! Commenting on a complaint I've read about the zoom being slow in video mode. If you like getting motion sickness whenever someone rapidly zooms in or out during their video this is not your camera. As smooth looking as the video is, the zoom is also. The smooth zoom creates nice looking transitions instead of warp speed ahead looks. The slow motion is a fun feature that works well. You need to have good lighting though. In low light even with high ISO's it produced very dark videos. In a review someone commented that it should have sound with the slow motion video. I honestly don't know how that could work unless you want to listen to everything at 1/5 it's normal speed. I think it's a good thing that it doesn't have sound with the slow motion videos. AF: I commented on AF partially in the video portion of the review. It does have several AF modes for various situations. The face detection works great. If you have a person in the picture but want something other than the person to be in focus you will need to change AF modes from face detection. The reviewer that had the problem with the 300 HS focusing on things he didn't want the camera to focus on likely didn't have the correct AF mode for the shooting situations. The 300 HS does have a center AF if you prefer that. Areas for Canon to improve on with the 300 HS: The camera is so well thought out that I'm surprised Canon let this slip. I love having a wide angle zoom go down to 24mm. It's great for scenery and photojournalist type shots. If you shoot at the widest angle zoom and use the flash, the lens on the 300 HS blocks the flash's exposure on the bottom right corner of the image. The corner is completely black. If you zoom in a bit so you aren't at the widest angle setting when using the flash you will be fine. Still all Canon had to do is not put the flash so close to the lens. When shooting video in lower light situations the video does start to get noisy and grainy quicker than some other cameras. Conclusion: All in all this is a wonderfully thought out camera with great image quality and image processing and it shoots stellar videos for it's compact size.
Review: Excellent camera, great value. - I purchased this item through desertcart and received it yesterday from Ace Photo Digital, and I am very happy with my purchase so far. The camera arrived quickly (at the early end of the expected delivery window) and was carefully packaged. I charged up the battery and 45 minutes later got to work. I got the black finish option. It isn't a smooth finish, but a little rough, like fine-grit sandpaper. I really like it because the camera is quite small in stature, and the finish allows for a sure grip at all times. After a brief initial set-up (set date/time and select language) I started snapping some shots in auto-mode. Wow, what a clean picture. I came from a 6 mega-pixel point and shoot, so 12 mega-pixel unit is a healthy upgrade. Pictures are sharp, balanced and vibrant, even in the low lighting around my place. I stepped outside and snapped a few more in the sunlight and found more of the same. Having mastered auto-mode (and who can't really?) I opened up the menu and started playing with some of the features. I've seen some reviews complain that putting the camera into a particular mode is too cumbersome, and I have a couple thoughts on that. Number one, the menu is optimally set up, easy to read and navigate. Icons illustrate the various modes, with text alongside to explain what each mode is and what it does. Selecting a mode was simple. Number two, as far as selecting a mode on the fly, any pro photographer will tell you one of the secrets to taking great pictures is planning ahead. I really don't know what Canon could do to make it any faster, other than assigning individual buttons on the camera for each mode, and that's not exactly feasible. Several features are included, so unleash your creativity! Video mode is nice as well, easy to use and shoots great video. Only two negatives I can think of for this purchase is something that plagues too many electronics when buying online. I want to know exactly what's in the box, and I couldn't find that anywhere in the product description. I ordered an SD card along with my purchase and I'm glad I did, because one is not included with the camera (that may very well be standard procedures these days, but I'm pretty sure my old Canon came with a card). So I will tell you what IS in the box: camera, manuals, cd-rom, RCA cable to connect with a tv, USB cable, one battery, and one wall-charger. The second drawback is that the LCD display screen is a bit exposed. In this small package space is a premium and it seems like the screen is pushed outward a little to compensate. I'm looking forward to the arrival of my protective case. Overall, I'm very happy with this purchase. Tons of features, easy to use, excellent pictures and a great price. Highly recommended.

## Features

- World's thinnest digital camera with a 24mm ultra Wide-Angle lens and 5x Optical Zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer.
- Canon's HS SYSTEM with a 12.1 MP CMOS and DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash
- Full 1080p HD Video for exceptional quality with stereo sound, plus a dedicated movie button for easy access.
- Get high-speed shooting in a point-and-shoot camera: High-speed Burst Mode captures 8.0fps
- Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 32 predefined shooting situations.
- And lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings.
- Super Slow Motion Movie records video at high speeds to allow slow motion playback.
- Zoom optically while shooting video and keep footage stabilized with Dynamic IS.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004J3ZV62 |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Aperture modes | F2.8 |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Tracking |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
| Best Sellers Rank | #29,057 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #282 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 8 Bit |
| Brand | Canon |
| Built-In Media | Battery, Battery Charger, HDMI Cable, Tripod, Wrist Strap |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 24mm wide-angle zoom lens with 5x optical zoom and optical image stabilization |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Computers, TVs, and other devices with USB or HDMI ports |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 8 FPS |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 1,407 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Digital-Still | No |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 230,000 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 230,000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dynamic Stops | 10 Stops |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 3200 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| File Format | AVC |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
| Flash Modes | Auto/On, Slow Synch |
| Focal Length Description | 120 millimeters |
| Focus Features | AiAF TTL |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Ultracompact |
| Generation | 3rd Generation |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00013803133233 |
| HDMI Type | Built-in |
| Hardware Interface | HDMI, USB, VGA |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Video |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Weight | 4.97 ounces |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Manufacturer | Canon |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ELPH 300 HS - RD |
| Maximum Focal Length | 120 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
| Model Name | Canon PowerShot ELPH |
| Model Number | 5095B005 |
| Model Series | ELPH |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 5 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 12.1 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Real Angle Of View | 74.3 Degrees |
| Recording Capacity | 4 Hours |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 2.7 Inches |
| Self Timer | 15 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Series Number | 50 |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Specific Uses For Product | Videography, Photography |
| Supported File Format | AVC |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG |
| Total Still Resolution | 12.1 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 013803133233 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Format | AVC |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Write Speed | At least average |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Brand:** Canon
- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 120 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 5 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** AVC

## Images

![PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Silver) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61cRmRXQ7YL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Customer Package Type, Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this camera shoot 1080p at 24fps? It looks like from the specs that it can only do it (shoot at 24fps) at 720p. Any help would be appreciated. Tha**
A: Yes it shoots 1080p 24fps.

**Q: Is this waterproof? How deep?**
A: No this not waterproof

**Q: how is the video quality, and how much video can it record?**
A: The quality is good and the amount it can recorder depends on the size of the memory card you have installed. Charles

**Q: Can I use 32 GB sd card or just 16**
A: As long as it is a regular SD card it works regardless of the memory size.  Just be sure not to buy the "Micro-SD" card.  It's too small and won't fit.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful compact camera with hd video
*by J***G on March 20, 2011*

I'm a DSLR photographer who shoots professionally and has managed a camera store in the past. I wanted something I can take with me everywhere but still produces good quality shots. I also wanted a camera that could shoot good looking videos. I researched several models and after much deliberation decided on the Canon 300 HS. I'm very happy I did. Image Quality: I tested cameras and lenses all the time while managing the camera store so whenever I purchase a new camera or lens I always test it. The Canon 300 HS doesn't produce the quality of images my Nikon D7000 does but I didn't expect it to. The edges get a little soft with the 300 HS when looking at the image at 100% whereas the D7000 images are almost tact sharp. Comparing the 300 HS to the Canon Powershot SD1000 from a few years ago, the 300 HS blows it out of the water. The SD1000 is a 7 MP camera. Shooting the same shots on a tripod with the same focal length on the lens the 300 HS uses its extra MPs well. When looking at the images from each camera at 100%, at the wide angle zoom setting and normal zoom setting both cameras have about the same relative slight softness on the edges. However the 300 HS has more MP so it actually produces much more detail in the image. I think it was smart for Canon to keep the MP at 12 because last years models while being 14 MP (SD1400) didn't give any extra detail from what I could tell than the 12 MP version (SD1300). The SD1400 was basically just creating larger files. When zooming in the telephoto setting the 300 HS clearly produced a sharper image than the SD1000. Often cameras have sweet spots in the zoom range in which it will produce crisper images. The 300 HS has consistently good sharpness throughout it's zoom range. HS system and ISO: The image processing with the HS system truly works to reduce noise at higher ISOs enabling people to produce better quality images in low light. The improvement in image quality gets more and more visible the greater and greater the ISO. ISO 400 with the 300 HS was almost as good as ISO 200 on the SD1000. ISO 800 on the 300 HS was a tad better than ISO 400 on the SD1000. ISO 1600 on the 300 HS was between ISO 400 and 800 on the SD1000. ISO 3200 on the 300 HS produced the same quality of image (noise) as ISO 800 on the SD1000. A 2 stop in film speed improvement is big. 1080p video and slow motion: With good light, the 300 HS produces wonderful smooth 1080 videos. If you look at a lot of HD videos from compact cameras the video often looks jumpy. From what I've seen it wasn't until you got to the Canon G12 or Panasonic LX5 that the video looked smooth. Both of those cameras only shoot 720p whereas this camera shoots 1080p. The video also very good detail. It truly looks HD. If you are wanting zoom and continuous AF with your video this camera is the one you want compared to the 100 HS which doesn't allow you to zoom. The continuous AF with face recognition is stellar with this camera in video mode. I was videoing my wife while she was driving. It focused on her face. I switched to the scenery outside. It immediately focused on that. I then went back to my wife and it found her face and focused on it right away. I even videoed her reflection in the rear view mirror and it found her face in the mirror no problem and focused on it. AMAZING!!!! Commenting on a complaint I've read about the zoom being slow in video mode. If you like getting motion sickness whenever someone rapidly zooms in or out during their video this is not your camera. As smooth looking as the video is, the zoom is also. The smooth zoom creates nice looking transitions instead of warp speed ahead looks. The slow motion is a fun feature that works well. You need to have good lighting though. In low light even with high ISO's it produced very dark videos. In a review someone commented that it should have sound with the slow motion video. I honestly don't know how that could work unless you want to listen to everything at 1/5 it's normal speed. I think it's a good thing that it doesn't have sound with the slow motion videos. AF: I commented on AF partially in the video portion of the review. It does have several AF modes for various situations. The face detection works great. If you have a person in the picture but want something other than the person to be in focus you will need to change AF modes from face detection. The reviewer that had the problem with the 300 HS focusing on things he didn't want the camera to focus on likely didn't have the correct AF mode for the shooting situations. The 300 HS does have a center AF if you prefer that. Areas for Canon to improve on with the 300 HS: The camera is so well thought out that I'm surprised Canon let this slip. I love having a wide angle zoom go down to 24mm. It's great for scenery and photojournalist type shots. If you shoot at the widest angle zoom and use the flash, the lens on the 300 HS blocks the flash's exposure on the bottom right corner of the image. The corner is completely black. If you zoom in a bit so you aren't at the widest angle setting when using the flash you will be fine. Still all Canon had to do is not put the flash so close to the lens. When shooting video in lower light situations the video does start to get noisy and grainy quicker than some other cameras. Conclusion: All in all this is a wonderfully thought out camera with great image quality and image processing and it shoots stellar videos for it's compact size.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent camera, great value.
*by B***E on June 28, 2011*

I purchased this item through Amazon and received it yesterday from Ace Photo Digital, and I am very happy with my purchase so far. The camera arrived quickly (at the early end of the expected delivery window) and was carefully packaged. I charged up the battery and 45 minutes later got to work. I got the black finish option. It isn't a smooth finish, but a little rough, like fine-grit sandpaper. I really like it because the camera is quite small in stature, and the finish allows for a sure grip at all times. After a brief initial set-up (set date/time and select language) I started snapping some shots in auto-mode. Wow, what a clean picture. I came from a 6 mega-pixel point and shoot, so 12 mega-pixel unit is a healthy upgrade. Pictures are sharp, balanced and vibrant, even in the low lighting around my place. I stepped outside and snapped a few more in the sunlight and found more of the same. Having mastered auto-mode (and who can't really?) I opened up the menu and started playing with some of the features. I've seen some reviews complain that putting the camera into a particular mode is too cumbersome, and I have a couple thoughts on that. Number one, the menu is optimally set up, easy to read and navigate. Icons illustrate the various modes, with text alongside to explain what each mode is and what it does. Selecting a mode was simple. Number two, as far as selecting a mode on the fly, any pro photographer will tell you one of the secrets to taking great pictures is planning ahead. I really don't know what Canon could do to make it any faster, other than assigning individual buttons on the camera for each mode, and that's not exactly feasible. Several features are included, so unleash your creativity! Video mode is nice as well, easy to use and shoots great video. Only two negatives I can think of for this purchase is something that plagues too many electronics when buying online. I want to know exactly what's in the box, and I couldn't find that anywhere in the product description. I ordered an SD card along with my purchase and I'm glad I did, because one is not included with the camera (that may very well be standard procedures these days, but I'm pretty sure my old Canon came with a card). So I will tell you what IS in the box: camera, manuals, cd-rom, RCA cable to connect with a tv, USB cable, one battery, and one wall-charger. The second drawback is that the LCD display screen is a bit exposed. In this small package space is a premium and it seems like the screen is pushed outward a little to compensate. I'm looking forward to the arrival of my protective case. Overall, I'm very happy with this purchase. Tons of features, easy to use, excellent pictures and a great price. Highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extremely happy
*by A***N on August 14, 2011*

Just got this as a replacement for an old sony cybershot. I do a ton of research before I purchase and this was the best thing I could find in the price range. The closest thing to it is the *panasonic* DMC-FH27 but I decided on this after looking at the interfaces and menus at the store. The canon simply is much more straight forward and I was willing to sacrifice some zoom power and megapixels for something that didn't require hours with a manual and training session for my spouse. Additionally, people have posted some youtube samples of the kind of video this takes and it is far superior to anything in its price range. This is important for me because we can't afford to go out and buy a specialized video camera and this will do a great job. Menu layout is intuitive. The scene modes are AWESOME. Very well done and despite being an amatuer I feel like this thing actually improves the quality of pictures I take. I have three picky critiques: 1. If you are going through the preview function to look at old pictures there is a quirky thing about getting back to taking pictures. If you haven't done it long enough so that the lens retracts, you can hit the preview button again and it goes back to camera mode. If you do it so long that the lens retracts, if you hit the preview button, the camera turns off. This was very confusing for the first day and half of ownership. It took a while to figure out exactly why hitting the same button would not do the same thing all the time. So, if the lens retracts, you have to hit the capture button toget back to camera mode. This was the only part about the interface that I thought was extremely dumb and not user friendly. 2. I was disappointed that some scenes and features in the manual set up could not be combines. For example, you cannot do sepia and the miniatures scene simultaneously. There are some sub functions as well that are not as intuitive as I would like. For example, in the color highlight scene (takes black and white pic with one color retained), I have no idea how to choose which color I would like to keep and I'm not sure if I even can. I tried this scene the other day and it chose what it felt was appropriate but it was not what I wanted. I have yet to check the manual on that but it would be nice if it were self explanatory. 3. Battery life is a little short but recharge is only about 2 hrs. which is a third of the time it took on my last camera. It looks like this camera would accept a power cord but it would require an adapter to put into the battery slot. 4. HD video is limited to 10 minute segments. I know I have seen it said some places that this is to prevent the CMOS sensor from overheating. But riddle me this Batman, if that is the case why does the camera allow me to immediately start another 10 minute HD video right after I have recorded for 10 minutes. Would this not also overheat the CMOS sensor? If the answer to that is yes, then canon failed to put an additional safety feature requiring you to wait for the sensor to cool down before recording in HD again. Either way you slice it, there is an error in their design. Overall, however, this is a great and versitile camera and amatuer photographers will have little to no complaints. BEST BUT IN ITS PRICE RANGE. Did I mention this thing is small? Love it...

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