Nikon COOLPIX A300 Red
MPN: VNA963E1 | EAN: 018208949168 | Model: COOLPIX A300
As someone who just simply wants to point and shoot, this product just works.
Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Nikon COOLPIX A300 will satisfy your needs.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the COOLPIX A300 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 99 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Nikon COOLPIX A300 will satisfy your needs..
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The COOLPIX A300 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.
Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon COOLPIX A300 is a great companion to have.
For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (6.17 x 4.55 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.
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 COOLPIX A300 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.
The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the COOLPIX A300 for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.
Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.
Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.
From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly.
To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Nikon is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.
With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.
It's an eye-catching package with a bright and refreshing look about it. It could even play the role of an accessory to compliment a specific sense of style.
Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the COOLPIX A300 fits the bill.
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| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Design | |
| Camera Type | Compact |
| Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
| Product Colour | Red |
| Camera | |
| Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.7-6.6 |
| Camera File System | DCF, Exif 2.3 |
| Direct Printing | Yes |
| Image Formats Supported | JPEG |
| Languages Support | ARA, BEN, BUL, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SER, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR |
| Panorama Mode | Yes |
| Photo Effects | 1 |
| Scene Modes | Backlighting, Beach, Close-up, Dusk/Dawn, Easy Panorama, Fireworks Show, Food, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Party/Indoor, Pet Portrait, Portrait, Scene Auto Selector, Snow, Sports, Sunset |
| Scene Modes Present | Yes |
| Tripod Mounting Supported | Yes |
| White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, White Balance Preset |
| Flash | |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Flash Modes | Auto |
| Focusing | |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Auto Focus (AF) Points | 99 |
| Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
| Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
| Face Detection | Yes |
| Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
| Macro Focusing Range | 2 m |
| Macro Focusing Range (wide) | 0.02 - ∞ m |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
| Normal Focusing Range | 0.5 - ∞ m |
| Normal Focusing Range (tele) | 1.5 - ∞ m |
| Normal Focusing Range (wide) | 0.5 - ∞ m |
| Tracking Focus | 1 |
| Light Exposure | |
| ISO Sensitivity | 80, 1600, 3200, Auto |
| ISO Sensitivity (max) | 3200 |
| ISO Sensitivity (min) | 80 |
| Light Exposure Control | Program AE |
| Light Exposure Correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
| Light Exposure Modes | Auto, Scene, Scene Auto Selector, Smart Portrait, Special Effects |
| Light Metering | Centre-weighted, Matrix, Spot |
| Shutter | |
| Camera Shutter Speed | 4 - 1/1500 s |
| Camera Shutter Type | Electronic, Mechanical |
| Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
| Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/1500 s |
| Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 4 s |
| Video | |
| Analog Signal Format System | NTSC, PAL |
| Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Supported Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 16:9 |
| Video Formats Supported | AVI |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Video Resolutions | 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Audio | |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Lens System | |
| Digital Zoom | 4 x |
| Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 25 - 200 mm |
| Focal Length Range (f-f) | 4.5 - 36 mm |
| Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 8/7 |
| Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 200 mm |
| Minimum Aperture Number | 3.7 |
| Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 25 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 8 x |
| Storage | |
| Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Internal Memory | 19 |
| Display | |
| Built-in Display | Yes |
| Display | TFT |
| Display Diagonal | 2.7 |
| Display Resolution (numeric) | 230000 pixels |
| Field Of View | 99 % |
| Sensor | |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 |
| Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Megapixel | 20.1 MP |
| Total Megapixels | 20.48 MP |
| Other Features | |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| Stabilizer | Yes |
| Ports & Interfaces | |
| USB 2.0 Connectors | 1 |
| USB Version | 2.0 |
| Battery | |
| Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 240 shots |
| Battery Recharge Time | 2.6 h |
| Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Power Source Type | Battery |
| Networking | |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 |
| Data Network | Not supported |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standards | b/g |
| Packaging Content | |
| AC Adapter Included | Yes |
| Batteries Included | Yes |
| Cables Included | USB |
| Hand Strap | Yes |
| Weight & Dimensions | |
| Depth | 20.1 mm |
| Height | 58 mm |
| Weight | 119 g |
| Width | 95.9 mm |
| Picture Quality | |
| Maximum Image Resolution | 5152 x 3864 pixels |
| Still Image Resolution(s) | 20M [5152 x 3864]10M [3648 x 2736]4M [2272 x 1704]2M [1600 x 1200]16:9 (14M) [5120 x 2880]1:1 [3864 x 3864] |
| Memory | |
| Memory Slots | 1 |