I think the factory refurbed D3400 is a bargain with the lens included. I personally prefer to buy used gear and well known shops, as they have a return policy and the description of the condition is reliable.
The D300 is interesting because it has the better autofocus (compared to a D3400) and can use older AF-D lenses. But if you do not plan on using those, I think the D3400 with the 55-300 should work just fine. I used the 55-300 on holidays. Steeped down to F8 is is sharp and the biggest editing obstacles is a bit of vignetting correction needed.
The D300 is interesting because it has the better autofocus (compared to a D3400) and can use older AF-D lenses. But if you do not plan on using those, I think the D3400 with the 55-300 should work just fine. I used the 55-300 on holidays. Steeped down to F8 is is sharp and the biggest editing obstacles is a bit of vignetting correction needed.
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