Budget Sony bridge camera with 35x stabilised zoom to 875mm, AA-powered telephoto reach at minimal cost.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 is a budget bridge camera from 2014 featuring a 35x optical zoom covering 25-875mm equivalent with optical SteadyShot stabilisation. The extensive zoom range provides serious telephoto reach in an SLR-style body at the most affordable price point in Sony's lineup.
The 20.1-megapixel CCD sensor and 35x Sony G zoom lens provide functional image quality with impressive telephoto reach. The SteadyShot stabilisation is essential for handheld shooting at the extreme telephoto end, and the camera uses AA batteries for easy field replacement.
Build quality is budget bridge camera with plastic construction and SLR-style grip. The electronic viewfinder provides eye-level composition, and the 3-inch LCD screen serves for live view and playback. The camera offers intelligent auto modes alongside basic manual controls.
The Sony H300 offers impressive telephoto reach at very affordable used pricing. The 35x zoom provides 875mm equivalent capability at minimal cost, making it a functional if basic option for casual telephoto photography where optical zoom matters more than ultimate image quality.