Sony HDR-AS300 White

MPN: K-94860-01  |  EAN: 0689466868746  |  Model: HDR-AS300

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Choosist's Ratings

Sony HDR-AS300 White - K-94860-01 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Advanced Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Professional Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Action & Adventure Videos
Outstanding
POV (Point-of-view)
Outstanding
Slow Motion Videos
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Time-lapse Videos
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Low-light Videos
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Live Streaming
Just Right
Travel
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Just Right
Underwater Use
Outstanding
Dust-proof
Just Right
Rainproof
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Just Right
Fun & Funky Looks
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right
Shockproof
Outstanding
Action Camera
Outstanding

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Sony HDR-AS300 camera would suit you adequately.

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Sony HDR-AS300 will satisfy your needs..

Your camera provides you with sufficient controls and tools to get your videography to the quality and spec that your high standards will require. For instance the manual focus capability that comes with the HDR-AS300, will align with your skill level.

As a professional, you definitely won't be compromising on the video capabilities available on the Sony HDR-AS300. There are a wide variety of options to calibrate on this camera, offering you the opportunity to showcase your talents or keep clients coming back for more.

Video Scenarios

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Sony provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

The Sony HDR-AS300, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. Also, the presence of its built-in Image stabilizer does help with making your clips look smooth and steady.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony HDR-AS300 is a great companion to have.

Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 5.760 x 4.290 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables.

Nonstop Activity - capture you exploits in vivid colour without worrying too much about this camera handling tough environments. It comes with the usual impact protections ensuring you remain free to focus on the action.

Other Video needs

Slow motion recordings add an extra dimension of fun and entertainment. This camera comes with an in-built setting that enables this mode.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Sony's in-built intervalometer

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

Capturing photos and video from your perspective while in action is always something special. There's no substitute for people seeing things they you experienced it. Which is why the Sony HDR-AS300 is a good fit as it's shape and size makes POV shots a breeze.

Photo Scenarios

There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the HDR-AS300 is a really good choice. 

While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Sony HDR-AS300 for aquatic photos is a treat.

Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Sony is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the HDR-AS300 is a breeze.

To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Sony is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.

Other considerations

With the Sony HDR-AS300, you can rest easy while out and about in the rain because this model comes fully water resistant.

With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.

As it comes with a waterproof depth of up to 60m m metres, this camera ticks the box for underwater use.

While out and about taking photos or recording video, you may encounter quite a bit of dust. This could come from various sources such as a construction site or just the natural environment in your location. Being certified as dust-proof, the HDR-AS300 is a great companion to have in these situations.

Style

It comes in an unconventional package that stands out from the typical greys and blacks that are common with such devices.

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Technical Specifications

Sony HDR-AS300 White - K-94860-01 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Dustproof Yes
Freezeproof Yes
Product Colour White
Rainproof Yes
Splash Proof Yes
Waterproof Yes
Waterproof Up To 60m m
Camera
Image Formats Supported JPEG
Shutter
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
Live stream capable 1
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Slow-Mo Capable 1
Video Formats Supported AVC, H.264, MP4, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Audio
Audio Formats Supported AAC-LC, LPCM
Audio System Mono
Built-in Microphone Yes
Headphone Output Type 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/2.5
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 5.760 x 4.290 mm
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Other Features
GPS (satellite) Yes
Interval Recording 1
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB Charging Yes
Networking
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Version 4.1
Wi-Fi Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Weight 109 g