Nikon's everyday zoom compact — the Zoom 300, motorised zoom, autofocus, program AE, 1994.
The Nikon Zoom 300 is a fixed-lens 35mm autofocus zoom compact from 1994, part of Nikon's mid-1990s range of automatic point-and-shoot cameras. It sat as a mainstream zoom model aimed at everyday users wanting a single flexible camera. It belongs to the family of consumer zoom compacts Nikon produced through the 1990s.
This is a 35mm fixed-lens autofocus zoom compact with a built-in motorised zoom lens. It uses active autofocus, programmed automatic exposure with a built-in meter, and has a built-in flash. Film advance, rewind and zoom are motorised. The camera is battery-dependent and will not fire without power; the exact zoom range and battery type should be confirmed against the individual body.
The Zoom 300 suits travel and general snapshots where an easy zoom compact covering several focal lengths is wanted. Its fully automatic operation makes it approachable for beginners, with the camera handling focus, exposure and flash. It is a simple point-and-shoot with minimal manual control.
On the used market check the light seals around the film door for perished foam, and run the zoom through its full range to confirm smooth motor operation. Inspect the lens for haze or fungus, test autofocus and the meter, confirm the flash fires, and run the film advance and rewind. Inspect the LCD panel for bleed, check the battery compartment and door for corrosion, and confirm the camera powers up on fresh batteries since it is fully electronic.