Canon 4252B011

Digital cameras

Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS reviews

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COR Score3.80out of 55 critics
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS

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Product overview

Canon 4252B011 is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel: 10 MP; image sensor size: 1/2.3"; maximum video resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels. This entry covers manufacturer code 4252B011. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.

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Expert reviews

Expert Reviews 3.00 / 5

Original rating: 3 / 5

Review covers the Canon IXUS 300 HS camera with a built-in lens. The product-data source links this original review and model identity to code 4252B011. Other models and editions are excluded; the link does not establish the reviewer’s tested colour or separately supplied accessories.

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Checked 25 Sep 2026

Trusted Reviews 4.00 / 5

Original rating: 4 / 5

Review covers the Canon IXUS 300 HS camera with a built-in lens. The product-data source links this original review and model identity to code 4252B011. Other models and editions are excluded; the link does not establish the reviewer’s tested colour or separately supplied accessories.

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Checked 25 Sep 2026

Photography Blog 4.00 / 5

Original rating: 4 / 5

Review covers Canon IXUS 300 HS. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code 4252B011, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.

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Checked 29 Sep 2026

Pocket-lint 4.00 / 5

Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%

If "High Speed" is your bag then the IXUS 300 HS may well have something to offer. It provides good picture quality, 720p HD movie capture, looks great and is a breeze to use. However, its asking price is somewhat steep and may oust it from many shoppe...

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Amateur Photographer 4.00 / 5

Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%

This stylish little camera packs a big punch. The dynamic range and low-light performance are excellent thanks to the HS-system CMOS sensor, and the Smart Auto mode is reliable under a variety of settings. With a few fun extras thrown in like fisheye a...

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3 model options — compare versions

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  • White4253B0113.80/5 · 5 critic reviews
  • Black4252B0113.80/5 · 5 critic reviews
  • Silver4438B0113.80/5 · 5 critic reviews

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Specifications

Manufacturer code: 4252B011. Icecat product 4807296 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. The source lists this code for Great Britain. No specifications are transferred from other editions.

Key specifications

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Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — key specifications
Camera typeCompact camera
Megapixels (approx.)10 MP
Sensor typeCMOS
Image sensor size1/2.3"
Maximum image resolution3648 x 2736 pixels
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Optical zoom3.8x
Image stabilizerYes
Weight175 g

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Audio & listening1 detail
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Audio & listening
Built-in microphoneYes
Display2 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Display
Screen size7.62 cm (3")
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
Processor, memory & storage4 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Processor, memory & storage
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd, sdhc, sdxc
HistogramYes
Image processorDIGIC 4 iSAPS
Camera, image & video23 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Camera, image & video
Digital zoom4x
Focal length range4.9 - 18.6 mm
Lens structure (elements/groups)7/6
Combined zoom15x
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Auto focusing (AF) modesSelective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Closest focusing distance0.03 m
Auto Focus (AF) lockYes
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamYes
ISO sensitivity125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Auto, Shutter priority AE
Flash modesAuto, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash exposure lockYes
Video recordingYes
Video formats supportedH.264
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Camera playbackMovie, Single image
Playback zoom (max)2x
Video capabilityYes
Aperture range (F-F)2 - 5.3
Camera shutter speed1 - 1/2500 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)28 - 105 mm
Connections & wireless3 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Connections & wireless
USB version2.0
InterfaceUSB, A/V
HDMI ports1
Power & battery3 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Power & battery
Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery life (CIPA standard)250 shots
Battery typeNB-6L
Controls & features1 detail
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Controls & features
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Design & dimensions5 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Design & dimensions
Custom colourYes
Product colourBlack
Width100 mm
Depth23.6 mm
Height54.1 mm
Software & compatibility3 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Software & compatibility
Supported aspect ratios16:9
Mac compatibilityYes
Compatible operating systemsWindows 7/Vista/XP
Further product details11 details
Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS — Further product details
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
Flash range (wide)0.3 - 6 m
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 2 m
HD typeHD
Field of view100%
PictBridgeYes
Scene modesBeach, Candlelight, Children, Fireworks, Party (indoor), Portrait, Self-portrait
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90%
Built-in flashYes
Digital SLRNo

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Questions about Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS

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What is the COR Score for Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS?

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What is the listed camera type for Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS?

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What is the listed megapixel for Canon Digital IXUS 300 HS?

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