Olympus D-300LVintage Digital Camera
The Olympus D-300L is a 0.31MP 1/2 inch compact camera — known for its 0.31MP 1/2-Inch Sensor and Optical Tunnel Viewfinder. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus D-300L
Key Features — Olympus D-300L
0.31MP 1/2-Inch Sensor: Captures images at 640x480 pixel resolution, typical of consumer digital cameras from the late 1990s.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Provides a secondary framing option independent of the LCD display, as was standard on cameras of this era.
1.8-Inch TFT LCD: 114,000-dot rear screen allows for on-camera image review, an early implementation of this now-standard feature.
Fixed ISO 100: Single ISO setting means the camera is best suited to well-lit outdoor conditions.
4x AA Battery Power: Runs on standard AA batteries, making it easy to power without proprietary or discontinued battery packs.
Built-In Flash: Integrated flash provides supplemental lighting in dim environments without requiring any external accessories.
Camera Specifications — Olympus D-300L
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Documentary |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2 inch |
| Resolution | 0.31MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 100 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 1 point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 640x480 |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.8 inches TFT LCD |
| Display Resolution | 114,000 dots |
| Viewfinder | Optical tunnel |
Description — Olympus D-300L
The Olympus D-300L is a vintage point-and-shoot digital camera built around a 1/2-inch sensor with a maximum resolution of 640x480 pixels at 0.31MP. Its plastic body measures 145 x 71 x 45 mm and weighs 320g, making it a compact collectible. The camera features a 1.8-inch TFT LCD with 114,000 dots for reviewing captured images, alongside an optical tunnel viewfinder for composing shots.
Autofocus is managed by a contrast detection system using 1 focus point, with no tracking capabilities. The ISO is fixed at 100, so the camera is best suited to well-lit environments. A built-in flash provides supplemental lighting when needed.
Power comes from 4x AA batteries, and images are stored on internal storage only. USB connectivity is available for transferring files to a computer. There is no Wi-Fi, no Bluetooth, and no image stabilization of any kind. For collectors and historians of digital photography, the D-300L is a compelling artifact from the early days of consumer digital cameras.
Pros — Olympus D-300L
- ✓Compact plastic body at 145 x 71 x 45 mm and 320g makes it easy to handle and display
- ✓1.8-inch TFT LCD display with 114,000 dots provides image review capability on-camera
- ✓Built-in flash included for supplemental lighting in dim conditions
Cons — Olympus D-300L
- ✗Fixed ISO of 100 only — no ability to adjust sensitivity for varied lighting conditions
- ✗Maximum photo resolution of 640x480 at 0.31MP is extremely limited by modern standards
- ✗No image stabilization of any type — neither in-body nor digital