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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350

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Overview
ReleasedMarch 2013January 2017
Image and sensor
Camera typeBridgeBridge
Sensor format1/2.3-type1/2.3-type
Sensor typeBack-illuminated Exmor R CMOSBack-illuminated Exmor R CMOS
Effective resolution20.4 MP20.4 MP
Largest image5184 × 38885184 × 3888
RAW recordingNoNo
Standard ISO range80–320080–3200
Sensor detail1/2.3-type Exmor R CMOS; approximately 21.1 million total and 20.4 million effective photosites. Optical format is distinct from physical sensor dimensions1/2.3-type back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS; approximately 21.1 million total photosites. Optical format is distinct from physical dimensions
Image formatsJPEG stills and MPF 3D stills; no RAW. High-resolution Sweep Panorama uses stitched output distinct from single-frame resolutionJPEG Fine or Standard stills; no RAW; stitched Sweep Panorama output is distinct from single-frame resolution
ISO detailOrdinary single-frame ISO 80–3200; ISO 4000–12800 uses Clear Image technology and multi-frame compositingSingle-frame ISO 80–3200; Multi-Frame NR separately provides ISO 6400 and 12800 by combining photographs
Image processorBIONZBIONZ X
Lens and shooting
Built-in lens24–1200 mm equivalent24–1200 mm equivalent
Maximum aperturef/2.8–6.3f/2.8–6.3
Optical zoom50×50×
StabilisationOptical lens stabilisationOptical lens stabilisation
Maximum continuous burst10 fps10 fps
Lens detailCarl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*, actual 4.3–215 mm; 15 elements in 10 groups with one Super ED, two ED and three aspherical elements, seven-blade iris. Equivalent 24–1200 mm applies to 4:3 stills; 16:9 stills use 26–1300 mm. Movie field of view changes with aspect ratio and stabilisation mode. Clear Image Zoom and digital zoom are distinct from 50× optical zoomZEISS Vario-Sonnar T*, physical 4.3–215 mm; 15 elements in ten groups with one Super ED, two ED and three aspherical elements. Seven-blade iris; 55 mm filter thread. Equivalent 24–1200 mm applies to 4:3 stills; movie field of view changes with stabilisation. Clear Image Zoom and digital zoom are distinct from optical magnification
AutofocusNine-point multi AF, centre, spot and flexible spot; manual focus, subject and face tracking. Minimum AF distance from lens front approximately 1 cm wide or 240 cm telephotoSingle-shot AF, direct manual focus and manual focus; continuous AF for Advanced Sports and movies. Wide, centre and flexible spot areas with subject tracking. Minimum AF distance from lens front approximately 1 cm wide or 240 cm telephoto
ShutterMechanical shutter; Manual and shutter priority 30–1/4000 second, aperture priority 8–1/2000, Program 1–1/4000 and Intelligent Auto 4–1/4000Manual and shutter priority 30–1/4000 second; aperture priority 8–1/2000, Program 1–1/4000 and Intelligent Auto 4–1/4000
Burst detailMaker maximum approximately 10 fps at full resolution for up to ten images; shooting mode and flash affect speed. ePHOTOzine's test did not reach 10 fpsMaker maximum approximately 10 fps at maximum image resolution, for up to ten photographs
Stabilisation detailOptical SteadyShot with dual-group lens correction; Active movie mode adds electronic correction including rotation and changes field of viewOptical SteadyShot for stills; Intelligent Active movie mode combines optical and electronic compensation, including rotation, with a cropped field of view
FlashBuilt-in flash; ISO Auto range approximately 0.5–8.5 m wide or 2.4–3.5 m telephoto. No external flash shoeBuilt-in manually raised flash; ISO Auto range approximately 0.5–8.5 m wide or 2.4–3.5 m telephoto
Exposure controlsProgram, aperture priority, shutter priority and Manual plus memory recall and automatic/scene modes; multi-pattern, centre-weighted and spot metering; ±2 EV in 1/3 EV stepsProgram, aperture priority, shutter priority and Manual; two memory recalls plus scene and automatic modes; multi-pattern, centre-weighted or spot metering; ±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps
Video
Highest video resolution1920 × 1080 at 60 fps1920 × 1080 at 60 fps
Video detailAVCHD 2.0 Full HD 1920 × 1080 at 60p in Japan or 50p in the UK, 28 Mbps; interlaced 60i/50i modes count fields rather than progressive frames. Japanese MP4 includes 1440 × 1080, 1280 × 720 and VGA at 30 fps; UK specification lists 25 fps. Optical zoom available during recording. Single-clip limit approximately 29 minutes; MP4 12M approximately 15 minutes owing to 2 GB limitAVCHD Full HD 1920 × 1080 up to 60p in NTSC-compatible hardware or 50p in PAL-compatible hardware at 28 Mbps, with 24p/25p and interlaced alternatives. MP4 records 1440 × 1080 or VGA at 30/25 fps. Interlaced 60i/50i counts fields rather than progressive frames. Single-clip limit approximately 29 minutes; MP4 12M approximately 15 minutes owing to 2 GB limit
Audio–Built-in microphone; AVCHD Dolby Digital stereo or MP4 AAC-LC stereo
Screen and viewfinder
ViewfinderElectronicElectronic
Screen size3″3″
Screen dots921,600921,600
TouchscreenNoNo
Tilting screenYesYes
Display detail3.0-type Xtra Fine TFT LCD with 921600 dots on Sony UK support specification; Sony Japan rounds to approximately 921000. Tilts up and down, without touch input3.0-type Xtra Fine TFT LCD, 921600 dots; tilts approximately 90° up and 60° down, without touch input
Viewfinder detail0.2-type electronic finder, approximately 201000-dot equivalent resolution. Manual LCD/finder switching; no automatic eye sensor0.2-type electronic finder, 201600-dot equivalent resolution and 100% coverage; manual finder/monitor switching without an automatic eye sensor
Connections and design
Wi-FiNo–
Battery life (maker's claim)310 photographs300 photographs
Body weight623 g625 g
Release detailSony Japan's 27 February 2013 announcement gives local sale on 8 March 2013; Hong Kong's 1 March notice states mid-March availability. March precision retained without claiming an international first dayAnnounced by Sony UK on 20 December 2016; Sony Hong Kong stated availability from 19 January 2017 and Sony Norway stated late January. January precision retained without asserting an international first day. Hong Kong's specification appendix labels HX350V; figures here are checked against exact HX350 UK specifications and manual
Recording mediaApproximately 48 MB internal memory; Memory Stick Duo, PRO Duo, PRO-HG Duo and XC-HG Duo plus SD/SDHC/SDXC. Micro versions require separate adaptersMemory Stick Duo, PRO Duo and PRO-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC; Memory Stick Micro and microSD variants require separate adapters
PortsMulti terminal, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and micro HDMIMulti/Micro USB terminal, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and micro HDMI
Wireless connectionsNo built-in Wi-Fi or GPS; maker supports compatible Eye-Fi cards separatelyHelp Guide documents separately purchased Eye-Fi memory-card transfer; no built-in wireless transfer is documented
Battery life detailNP-BX1; maker CIPA approximately 310 photographs with LCD or 400 with EVF. Actual movie-shooting battery claim approximately 50 minutes LCD or 55 minutes EVF, distinct from single-clip limitNP-BX1; approximately 300 LCD or 380 EVF photographs under maker CIPA conditions. Actual movie shooting approximately 50 minutes LCD or 55 EVF; continuous movie battery tests 85/95 minutes are distinct from single-clip limits
ChargingUSB battery charging; shooting power supply requires optional AC-UD10 adapterUSB charging; power supply during shooting or playback requires separately sold AC-UD10
DimensionsApproximately 129.6 × 93.2 × 114.8 mm width × height × depth, or 103.2 mm depth measured from lens front to rear monitorApproximately 129.6 × 93.2 × 114.8 mm width × height × depth, or 103.2 mm depth from lens front to monitor
Weight detailApproximately 623 g body only or 650 g including NP-BX1 and Memory Stick DuoApproximately 625 g body only, or 652 g including NP-BX1 and Memory Stick Duo
ColoursBlackBlack
In the boxNP-BX1 battery, AC-UB10 family adapter, micro USB cable, shoulder strap, lens cap and instructions; regional mains fittings varyNP-BX1 battery, AC-UUD12 adapter, micro USB cable, shoulder strap, shoe cap, lens cap and instructions; regional mains fittings vary

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