HX300 Expert Series-Ep 07-Background Defocus

In this video, Michael provides a description of the background defocus mode, followed by a demonstration of how to use the mode. This mode is selected from the SCN mode and provides lo, mid or hi background defocus options. Be sure to follow the recommended distance from subject when using the background defocus mode, remembering … Read more

HX300 Expert Series-Ep 06-Manual Focus

In this video, Michael covers the manual focus ring on the HX300 digital camera. Although it’s not obvious, the manual focus ring can be used while shooting video; and can also be used for macro shots. Check out this video to see which settings can be used to unlock this fun and powerful feature. Purchase … Read more

HX300 Expert Series-Ep 02-Memory Card Basics

This is the second video in the [HX300 Expert Series] from Michael at Binarycafe.com… In this video, Michael covers “Memory Card Basics”, with topics covering memory card types (SD / SDHC / SDXC), Capacity and Speed Types, Formatting and Creating REC Folders to organize pictures. Products Covered in this Video: Sony 64GB SDXC Class 10 … Read more

HX300 Expert Series-Ep 01-Battery Basics

This is the first video in the [HX300 Expert Series] from Michael at Binarycafe.com… In this video, Michael introduces the series with “Battery Basics” and discusses some of the topics that will be highlighted in this video series, designed to teach you everything from HX300 camera basics to advanced technical techniques. ©2013 Michael J. Wilcox