Sony CD300

The Sony Mavica CD300 is an early digital camera introduced in 1996 as part of the Mavica series. It features a 0.3-megapixel CCD sensor that captures images in VGA resolution. The camera recorded images directly onto 3.5-inch floppy disks, a unique feature at that time, allowing easy image transfer. Its lens has a fixed focal length with limited zoom capability, designed primarily for casual photography. The camera includes basic exposure controls but lacks advanced manual settings. Power is supplied by AA batteries, promoting portability for its era.

The Sony Mavica CD300 offered pioneering digital image capture with direct floppy disk storage, simplifying image transfer to computers without cables. Its 3.5-inch floppy disk media was widely accessible, making storage and sharing convenient. The camera's compact size made it portable and user-friendly for beginners. It provided instant digital imaging without film development time. Integration with standard PCs was easy due to floppy disk compatibility. The battery system utilized common AA batteries, ensuring easy replacement during extended use.

The camera’s 0.3 MP resolution is extremely low by modern standards, limiting image quality. Using floppy disks restricted the number of images stored and required physical disk management. The fixed lens and absence of optical zoom limited photographic versatility. Exposure controls were minimal, restricting creativity for advanced photography. Battery life could be short, especially with AA batteries under heavy use. The camera's size and weight are considerable compared to current digital models.

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