The A300 captures stunningly sharp images with a 20.1-megapixel image sensor. Boasting an 8x optical zoom*1 with 16x Dynamic Fine Zoom*2, this versatile camera can even focus as close as 2cm from the subject in macro mode. Vibration Reduction minimises camera shake even when on the move. Scene Auto Selector picks the best settings, so you can simply focus on getting the shot you want.
Share your best shots with SnapBridge, a new feature that automatically downloads your images to your smart device via a constant Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connection. BLE maintains constant connection with minimal power, so you can continue shooting and sharing without draining your batteries too quickly. SnapBridge also allows your smart device to access your camera, even when the camera is switched off. It even automatically archives your pictures onto Nikon Image Space*3.
Save the best parts of your life in HD. The A300 records in 720/30p format and effortlessly photographs distant subjects with its 8x optical zoom*1. Thanks to the 4-axis Hybrid Vibration Reduction system, videos can now be shot with minimal camera shake.
Create up to 22 fresh new looks with a variety of retouching functions. The Glamour Retouch options such as skin softening and applied eye shadow can be applied to achieve your desired look for a glamourous night out, even if you are staying in.
Type
Compact digital camera
Effective pixels
20.1million, (Image processing may reduce the number of effective pixels.)
Image sensor
1/2.3-in.type, CCD, Total pixels: approx.20.48million
Lens
NIKKOR lens with8x optical zoom
Focal length
4.5to, 36.0mm, (angle of view equivalent to that of 25 to 200 mm lens in 35mm [135] format)
Maximum aperture
f/3.7, to6.6
Construction
8elements in, 7groups
Digital zoom magnification
Up to 4x (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 800 mm lens in 35mm [135] format)
Vibration reduction
Lens-shift VR (still images), Lens shift and electronic VR (movies)
Autofocus system
Contrast-detect AF
Focus range
[W]: Approx.50 cm (1 ft 8 in.) to ∞, [T]: Approx.1.5 m (5 ft) to ∞, Macromode: Approx., 2 cm (0.8 in.) to ∞ (wide-angle position), (All distances measured from center of front surface of lens)
Focus-area selection
Face priority, center, manual with 99 focus areas, subject tracking, target finding AF
Monitor size
6.7cm (2.7-in.) diagonal
Monitor resolution
Approx.230k-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating and 5-level brightness adjustment
Frame coverage (shooting mode)
Approx. 99% horizontal and vertical (compared to actual picture)
Frame coverage (playback mode)
Approx. 99% horizontal and vertical (compared to actual picture)
Media
SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal memory (approx. 19 MB)
File system
DCF and Exif 2.3 compliant
File formats
Still images: JPEG Movies: AVI (Motion-JPEG compliant)
Image size (pixels)
20M (High) [5152 x 3864(Fine)] 20M [5152 x 3864] 10M [3648 x 2736] 4M [2272 x 1704] 2M [1600 x 1200] VGA [640 x 480] 16:9 (14M) [5120 x 2880] 1:1 [3864 x 3864]
ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)
ISO80, to1600, ISO 3200 (available when using Auto mode)
Metering method
Matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom less than 2x), spot (digital zoom 2x or more)
Exposure modes
Programmed auto exposure and exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV)
Shutter type
Mechanical and CCD electronic shutter
Shutter speed
1/1500to, 1s, 4 s (Fireworks show scene mode)
Self-timer
10 s, 2 s 5 s (Self-portrait timer)
Type
Electromagnetic ND filter (–3 AV) selection
Range
2 steps (f/3.7 and f/10.5 [W])
Built-in flash
Yes
Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto)
[W]: 0.5 to 2.6 m (1 ft 8 in. to 8 ft 6 in.) [T]: 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in.)
Control
TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
USB connector
Hi-Speed USB, Supports Direct Print (PictBridge) Also used as audio/video output connector (NTSC or PAL can be selected for video output.)
Standards
IEEE 802.11b/g (standard wireless LAN protocol)
Operating frequency
2412 to 2462 MHz (1 to 11 channels)
Security
Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
Communication protocols
Bluetooth Specification Version 4.1
Supported languages for camera menus
Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Marathi, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Power source
One EN-EL19 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (included) EH-62G AC Adapter (available separately)
Charging time
Approx. 2 h 40 min (when using EH-72P/EH-72PCH Charging AC Adapter and when no charge remains)
Battery life of still shooting
Approx. 240 shots when using EN-EL19(*1)
Battery life of movies (actual battery life for recording)
Approx. 45 min when using EN-EL19(*1)(*2)
Tripod socket
1/4 (ISO 1222)
Dimensions (WxHxD)
Approx.95.9, x58.0, x20.1mm (3.8, x2.3, x0.8in.), (excluding projections)
Weight
Approx.119g (4.2 oz), (including battery and memory card)
Temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Humidity
85% or less (no condensation)
Supplied Accessories
Camera Strap, EN-EL19 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, EH-72P Charging AC Adapter (A plug adapter is included if the camera was purchased in a country or region that requires a plug adapter. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase.), UC-E16 USB Cable
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