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Best Canon Digital Camera Under $400

One of picturemaker's Top Cameras Overall Under $600

“**Whether you're a seasoned pro or simply looking for an entry-level camera** that's easy to carry and operate, you can't go wrong with…”

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  • Zoom: 20.0x
  • Resolution: 12.1MP
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS is the Best Canon Digital Camera Under $400
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  • Best Price: $361 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $361 - $456 Compare Prices »

Best Nikon Digital Camera Under $400

One of Straight Talk's Top Cameras Overall Under $400

“The P80 marks Nikon's entry into the super-zoom category. It offers an 18x zoom lens with a wide-angle view and class-leading resolution…”

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  • Zoom: 18.0x
  • Resolution: 10.1MP
Nikon Coolpix P80 is one of the Best Nikon Digital Cameras Under $400
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  • Best Price: $288 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $288 - $429 Compare Prices »

Best Sony Digital Camera Under $400

TheDailyNathan's Best Ultra Compact Camera Overall Under $150

“At the extreme budget end of the ultracompact range, there isn't quite a perfect option available, but Sony's W150 comes close, with a…”

Fotoguy's Best Compact Camera Overall Under $250

“The Sony Cybershot DSC-W150 with its 8.1 megapixel sensor and 30mm-150mm (equivalent) 5X zoom lens is an easy to operate camera that…”

One of Straight Talk's Top Ultra Compact Cameras Overall Under $200

“Sony is one of the leading manufacturer of compact cameras. This is their model in the W series of cameras, which come with an optical…”

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  • Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
  • Zoom: 5.0x
  • Resolution: 8.1MP
Sony Cybershot DSC-W150 is the Best Sony Digital Camera Under $400
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  • Best Price: $167 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $167 - $249 Compare Prices »

Best Compact Digital Camera Under $400

Straight Talk's Best Compact Camera Overall Under $400

“Sporting a class-leading 12x zoom lens that is bright and sharp, the Canon SX200 IS is a great camera for everyone in the family. The best…”

One of Katherine Gorman's Top Compact Cameras Overall Under $350

“The Canon Powershot SX200 IS incorporates a 12x optical zoom that cannot be beat. This is a great feature for zooming in on far away…”

One of Fotoguy's Top Compact Cameras Overall Under $400

“Canon has always turned out quality products and the Powershot SX200 IS maintains those high standards with excellent design and build…”

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  • Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
  • Zoom: 12.0x
  • Resolution: 12.1MP
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS is one of the Best Compact Digital Cameras Under $400
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  • Best Price: $297 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $297 - $449 Compare Prices »

Best Ultra Compact Digital Camera Under $400

One of Straight Talk's Top Compact Cameras Overall Under $400

“Fuji F series cameras are renowned for their super CCD sensors which produce less noisy images than others in class. Finepix F200EXR is…”

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  • Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
Specifications
  • Zoom: 5.0x
  • Resolution: 12.0MP
Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is the Best Ultra Compact Digital Camera Under $400
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  • Best Price: $275 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $275 - $537 Compare Prices »

Best Digital Camera for Action Photos Under $400

picturemaker's Best Camera for Action Photos Under $300

“When searching for a reasonably priced point and shoot camera designed to capture action shots, look no further than the Fuji S1500. Fuji…”

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Specifications
  • Zoom: 12.0x
  • Resolution: 10.0MP
  • AF Shutter Lag: 0.8 sec
  • Burst Speed: 1.6 fps
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 is one of the Best Digital Cameras for Action Photos Under $400
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  • Best Price: $150 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $150 - $294 Compare Prices »

Best Digital Camera for Interior Photos Under $400

Straight Talk's Best Compact Camera for Interior Photos Under $400

“With an ultra wide-angle view from a sharp lens, a good zoom range, and a well-built compact body, the Panasonic FX500 is the…”

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  • Zoom: 5.0x
  • Wide-Angle Lens: 25mm (40% wider)
  • Resolution: 10.1MP
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 is the Best Digital Camera for Interior Photos Under $400
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  • Best Price: $188 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $188 - $303 Compare Prices »

Best Digital Camera for Photos of Children or Pets Under $400

TheDailyNathan's Best Camera for Child Photos Under $400

“While tracking down young kids or pets isn't quite as intense as tracking down say, fast action sports, the challenges are the same - with…”

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  • Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
  • Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
  • Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
  • Zoom: 20.0x
  • Resolution: 10.0MP
  • AF Shutter Lag: 0.5 - 0.6s
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS is one of the Best Digital Cameras for Photos of Children or Pets Under $400
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  • Best Price: $374 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $374 - $699 Compare Prices »

Best Digital Camera for Low Light Photos Under $400

Straight Talk's Best Ultra Compact Camera for Low Light Photos Under $1000

“Equipped with a stupendous 14.7 Megapixels resolution sensor, a sharp lens and the latest DIGIC IV image processing engine, the Canon…”

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  • Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
  • Zoom: 3.7x
  • Image Stabilization: Yes
  • Resolution: 14.7MP
  • Max ISO: 3200
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS is the Best Digital Camera for Low Light Photos Under $400
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  • Best Price: $299 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $299 - $459 Compare Prices »

Best Digital Camera for Travel Photos Under $400

Straight Talk's Best Compact Camera for Travel Photos Under $400

“Sporting a class-leading 12x zoom lens that is sharp and has a best in class wide-angle view for capturing landscapes, a superb HD movie…”

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  • Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
  • Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
  • Rated Excellent by CNET.com
Specifications
  • Zoom: 12.0x
  • Resolution: 10.1MP
  • Size: 4.1 x 2.3 x 1.3 in.
  • Battery Life: 300 shots
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 is one of the Best Digital Cameras for Travel Photos Under $400
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  • Best Price: $276 Amazon See It »
  • Price Range: $276 - $414 Compare Prices »
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