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Best Canon Digital Camera Under $500
“**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…”
Specifications
- Zoom: 20.0x
- Resolution: 12.1MP
Best Sony Digital Camera Under $500
“A relatively newcomer to the DSLR market, the key feature of Sony's Alpha series DSLRs are their in-body image stabilization system, which…”
“Like Pentax, Sony also makes a DSLRs with a built-in image stabilization feature. The Sony A200 is their current entry-level model…”
Website Reviews
- Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 3.9x
- Resolution: 10.2MP
Best Nikon Digital Camera Under $500
“If you've outgrown that old point-n-shoot, and the expensive ones don't really delight you either, then, it's probably time you made the…”
“Nikon's D40 is essentially the epitome of the budget camera: it's a no-frills DSLR that's light on features and performance, but provides…”
Website Reviews
- Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 3.0x
- Resolution: 6.1MP
Best Compact Digital Camera Under $500
“In the search for a quality camera that doesn't have all of the bells and whistles of a DSLR, but can hold it's own in any shooting…”
Specifications
- Zoom: 5.0x
- Resolution: 10.0MP
Best Ultra Compact Digital Camera Under $500
“**Stylish and sleek**, this 5.2 oz beauty with it's metal body is not only a fashion statement when you take it out of your purse or…”
Specifications
- Zoom: 5.0x
- Resolution: 10.1MP
Best Digital Camera for Action Photos Under $500
“**If you've ever shot photos** with a Canon EOS rebel, you know what _high quality images_ these cameras are capable of. **As soon** as…”
Specifications
- Zoom: 3.0x
- Resolution: 10.1MP
- Burst Speed: 3.0 fps
Best Digital Camera for Interior Photos Under $500
“With outstanding image quality from a large APS-C-sized 12 Megapixel resolution sensor and featuring a live view (very helpful when using…”
Website Reviews
- Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Resolution: 12.2MP
Best Digital Camera for Travel Photos Under $500
“You can get a great digital camera for $500 these days, and there are several that I can think of would make fantastic travel companions…”
“Sporting a class-leading super-bright zoom lens that is sharp and offers an outstanding wide-angle view for capturing landscapes, a superb…”
Website Reviews
- Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 2.5x
- Resolution: 10.1MP
- Size: 4.3 x 2.3 x 1.1 in.
- Battery Life: 380 shots
Best Digital Camera for Wildlife Photos Under $500
“Wildlife photography requires a camera that can be used in a variety of different environments. From action photography to capturing your…”
Specifications
- Zoom: 10.0x
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- Resolution: 9.1MP



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