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# Full 1080p HD Video with Super Slow Motion World's thinnest digital camera (<1 inch) 5x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP Digital Camera (Black)

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## Summary

> 📸 Ultra-slim, ultra-smart — your pocket’s new creative powerhouse!

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- **What is this?** Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP Digital Camera (Black) by canon
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## Key Features

- • **Low-Light Mastery:** Canon’s HS SYSTEM with 12.1MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 processor delivers stunning, noise-free photos without flash.
- • **Capture Life in Motion:** Shoot Full HD 1080p videos with stereo sound, plus super slow motion and dynamic IS for smooth, cinematic footage.
- • **Zoom Into Every Detail:** 5x optical zoom paired with optical image stabilization means crisp, shake-free shots even at max zoom.
- • **Slim & Sleek Powerhouse:** Less than an inch thick and under 5 ounces—carry pro-level imaging in your pocket without the bulk.
- • **Smart Auto for Effortless Excellence:** 32 intelligent scene modes and high-speed burst shooting at 8fps ensure you never miss the perfect moment.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS is an ultra-compact 12.1MP digital camera featuring a 24mm ultra wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom and optical image stabilization. It excels in low-light conditions thanks to Canon’s HS SYSTEM combining a CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 processor. The camera records Full HD 1080p video with stereo sound, supports super slow motion, and offers high-speed burst shooting at 8fps. With 32 Smart AUTO scene modes and a sleek design under one inch thick, it’s perfect for professionals and enthusiasts seeking powerful imaging on the go.

## Description

Product Description               The Canon 5096B001 PowerShot ELPH 300 HS Black 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Zoom and 2.7 In. LCD Display has a slim profile that will not only make you stand out from the crowd, but it will also deliver incredibly brilliant still images and amazing 1080p HD videos. Once you turn on the camera, be prepared to be amazed at how much is packed into one of the slimmest point-and-shoot digital cameras on the market. So let your imagination run free and let the HS SYSTEM, 24mm 5x Optical Zoom and 12.1 Megapixels help you achieve great images everywhere.                  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

## 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 and
- Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 32 predefined shooting situations.
- 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.
- And lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Screen Size | 2.7 Inches |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 230,000 |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Night vision | No |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Maximum Aperture | 5.9 f |
| Supported Media Type | ProductImage, Video |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 28.07 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3 inches |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2000 Seconds |
| File Format | JPEG, MOV and DPOF |
| Screen Size | 2.7 Inches |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
| Form Factor | Ultracompact |
| Special Feature | Color TFT-LCD |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.8 MP |
| Color | Black |
| Item Weight | 4.94 ounces |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| ISO Range | Auto 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Burst |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Specific Uses For Product | Travel, Wedding |
| Has Self-Timer | Yes |
| Compatible Devices | Canon EF |
| Continuous Shooting | 8 FPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| File Format | JPEG, MOV and DPOF |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.8 MP |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine, Normal |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, MOV and DPOF |
| Maximum Image Size | 12.1 MP |
| Bit Depth | 12 Bit |
| Total Still Resolution | 12.1 MP |
| Maximum Focal Length | 120 Millimeters |
| Optical Zoom | 5 x |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Zoom | Optical |
| Camera Lens | Ultrawide-angle lens |
| Minimum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 63 Degrees |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Hardware Interface | HDMI, USB, VGA |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| HDMI Type | Built-in |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
| Write Speed | 8 fps |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | U3 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Tracking |
| Focus Features | AiAF TTL |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C) |
| Autofocus | Yes |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Aspect Ratio:** 4:3
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG, MOV and DPOF
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 120 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 5 x
- **Maximum Aperture:** 5.9 f
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot

## Images

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## Available Options

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## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The only camera a person needs (outside of pros)
*by K***S on November 27, 2011*

I have to say this really is honestly the only camera youd really need unless you are a professional photographer. It is small enough to carry around anywhere and not have any excuse not to bring it with you when you go places and it takes good quality pictures that dont look like they were taken with a cheap consumer camera right away if framed properly. Not only that but the video quality of the camera is as good as if not better then most consumer HD camcorders out there. Now at first you may think well such camera would be useless for good videos because it being so small there is no way to really keep the video steady. Thanks to optical image stabization the camera stays very steady even handheld. Its image stabilization is actually superior to my Canon HD camcorder which i paid 3 times as much for. This is wonderful as it means you can have one device thats small enough to take anywhere that can take good pictures and excellent video and the video is at 24 frames per second which is rare for a consumer small camera that is the same rate as film so you can get a nice cinematic look.The camera has a very nice wide angle lens that really stands out as you can get more stuff in the shot like people and enviroments (is also great for taking pictures of indoor things like rooms in your house or places you visit) compared to my mothers kodak easyshare camera the view that it capture is significantly more. It also is great for video too as was the problem with my older camcorder i felt i had to back up most times to get things in the shot.I have used a Digital SLR and dedicated HD Camcoder (that used tape) and i must say this is a real joy to have. I had not been using my SLR and Camcorder that much as having an ipad now i just didnt feel like carrying them all around and switching back and forth. (the Powershot also has better auto white balance then the SLR i used) for a pro you might want a more advanced camera but for the average user this is a wonderful camera to havethe only downside i saw is that sometimes apparently the battery cover may come off, but thankfully you just snap it back into place with no problem. Also battery life is a bit on the low side as if you are out on a trip or out and about for like a day and taking a lot of video and pictures the battery will not last all day , my suggetion would be to to get a spare battery from amazon and then have both so you are set!a 16 gig memory card will net you about 1 hour of HD video or about 6,000 photos (photos are only around 1 meg each ish so dont take up a ton of space which is nice)If this thing was out 6 years ago at the price it is now i would have gotten this instead of paying $2,000 for the camera and camcorder i got. It really is a great little camera (it also does non-HD slow motion video which is a neat bonus too!) the video quality is superb and picture quality is very good as well.a great camera expecally for around christmas. Yeah most cell phones have cameras now days but most cell phone cameras are so so at best this wuold easily in my opinion beat any cell phone camera and the video expecally would beat any cell phone video (or even the iphone/ipad2 video)and this in my opinion also beats the flip video devices you can get. as this camera offers more steady shots (which in my opinion is absolutely essential with HD video the steadier the video the better it is)great product! Having it means theres no excuse not to capture great pictures or video!

### ⭐ Blurred pictures all the time from the stupid auto macro
*by C***N on August 19, 2011*

Updated review from 2012-07-08.I cannot count the number of times that this camera has let me down.This camera has excellent sensor, excellent optics, excellent industrial design, but an absolutely horrible firmware.In the prior SD300 and SD1000, you would have to select the Macro focus manually on those few occasions when you did need to take a picture from the very up close. You could also select the Macro and Normal modes even in the Auto mode. Not anymore with 300HS.Try to take a picture from within the car through a window? Blurred, thanks Canon.Try to take a picture in the dark with poor lighting? Blurred, thanks Canon. So much for the excellent BI CMOS sensor, Canon found a way to make it useless!Try to get into the manual mode, and select the Infinity focus mode, then turn the camera off, then back on? Guess what? The picture will again be blurred, since your focus setting gets lost! Thanks, Canon!Try to have the camera by yourself at all times to always be ready to take a good shot? Guess what, with the macro mode always being considered in the auto mode, you'll likely miss all the action before it finds a good focus, focus times are very noticeable slower than SD1000 or SD300. Thanks for letting me down again, Canon.Try to disable the Macro mode from Auto? No way to do so with 300HS.This is the worst upgrade ever, and I'm very disappointed that I didn't realise it in time. If Canon continues with such poor innovation, then it remains to be seen why would anyone be buying these broken point-and-shoot cameras when even the iPhone can make much better pictures and in much less time.Below is my original review from 2011-08-18; I bought the camera on 2011-08-03.====Original Rating: 4*Original Title: No more competitive advantage to know the configuration rules!Original Review:For me, this 300HS camera comes as an upgrade from SD1000, which in turn was an upgrade from SD300. From my prior recollection, I was not all that impressed with SD1000 iteration, but this one seems to be a very nice upgrade.First thing you notice, is that there's no longer any shortcuts to change ISO levels or use the micro mode. That's because there's no need! Now micro focus is activated automagically, and ISO can go quite high automatically as well, without any HIGH ISO options as was the case with SD1000.Night vision of the sensor seems very impressive, too; I'm totally sold on this BI CMOS! The contrast as it appears in the viewfinder is often better than what you see with your own eyes as is, and you don't even have to change any settings from AUTO! Impressive. The only thing that appears to still be missing is HDR, I guess. :-)A nice thing in my upgrade path, from SD300 (Dig!c II processor) to SD1000 (Dig!c III) to 300HS (Dig!c 4), is that the battery format remains the same, and all the batteries are still compatible, in cameras of entirely different generations!However, I came across a few annoyances (I'll update this list as I go on):* it is not possible to use digital zoom at all if you change the aspect ratio from the default of 4:3, only optical zoom is available. This is especially annoying if you like to reduce the size at which the pictures are saved, and use digital zoom to specifically crop only the objects in which you're explicitly interested in.

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