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24 cameras under $250 from Fujifilm, Polaroid, Kodak and more. Most cost $179 to $219, and half cost less than $200.

Top brands: Kodak (12)

KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, 20 to 29 MP, Full HD

+20 megapixel compact digital camera
+Full HD video recording
+Includes a 32GB memory card and carrying bag
$235.49
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Kodak

Compact, 20 to 29 MP

+20 megapixel compact digital camera
+42x optical zoom for distant subjects
+Includes a 32GB SD card
$239.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+5X optical zoom range
+28mm wide angle lens
+Full HD 1080p video recording
−Only a 2.7 inch LCD screen
$179.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
MinoltaSpec score 9.1

Compact, 50 MP or more, 5K or 6K

+56MP sensor for highly detailed stills
+5K or 6K video resolution
+5x optical zoom for moderate reach
−5x optical zoom has less reach than bridge cameras
$214.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+5x optical zoom for moderate reach
+Full HD 1080p video recording
+Compact body style for carrying
$199.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Waterproof to 15 meters depth
+4X optical zoom range
+27mm wide angle lens
$179.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+4x optical zoom for moderate reach
+Wide-angle lens for wider scenes
+Compact body style for carrying
$159.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Bundled 128GB SD card for storage
+Bundled extra AA batteries
+4x optical zoom for moderate reach
$179.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+5X optical zoom range
+28mm wide angle lens
+Full HD 1080p video recording
−Only a 2.7 inch LCD screen
$179.99-10%Was: $199.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
EddioklpSpec score 9.5

Compact, 50 MP or more, 8K

+Records 8K video for high resolution footage
+50 MP or more for detailed stills
+16X zoom for reaching distant subjects
−Compact body with a wide-angle lens
$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:36 PST - Details
NbddigitalSpec score 9.1

Compact, 50 MP or more, 5K or 6K

+Records 5K or 6K video
+Shoots 50 MP or higher resolution stills
+Compact camera body
−Zoom is digital rather than optical
$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:21 PST - Details
Faryiuscb

Compact

+720P HD resolution for basic everyday photos
+0.96 inch display for previewing shots
+Filters included for creative effects
−720P resolution is low compared with modern cameras
$191.44
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
Wizace

Compact, 1-inch, 4K

+4K video recording
+1-inch CMOS sensor for larger image capture
+Pocket-sized compact body
$199.98
as of 11/04/2026 08:35 PST - Details
Kodak

Compact, Under 20 MP

−Under 20 MP: 25 of the 40 here have a higher resolution
$209.94
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+5X optical zoom range
+28mm wide angle lens
+Full HD 1080p video recording
−Only a 2.7 inch LCD screen
$189.95-5%List: $199.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
SiSuSySpec score 9.5

Compact, 50 MP or more, 8K

+Records 8K video
+Resolution of 50 MP or more for photos
+18X zoom for reaching distant subjects
−Dive depth limit is 50 feet
$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:37 PST - Details
MinoltaSpec score 9.1

Compact, 50 MP or more, 5K or 6K

+5K or 6K video recording
+50 MP or more resolution
+5X optical zoom for reaching distant subjects
−Compact sensor size is typical of this camera type
$199.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
KodakSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+5X optical zoom range
+28mm wide angle lens
+16 megapixel resolution, under 20 MP as listed
$199.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
MonitechSpec score 9.5

Compact, 50 MP or more, 8K

+Records 8K video
+Resolution of 50 MP or more for stills
+16X zoom for distant subjects
$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:37 PST - Details
G-AnicaSpec score 9.5

Compact, 50 MP or more, 8K

+Records 8K video
+Offers 50 MP or more still resolution
+Compact camera body
$189.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:05 PST - Details
G-AnicaSpec score 9.1

Compact, 50 MP or more, 5K or 6K

+Records 5K or 6K video
+Offers 50 MP or more still resolution
+Compact camera body
$199.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:05 PST - Details
NbddigitalSpec score 9.5

Compact, 50 MP or more, 8K

+Records 8K video
+Resolution of 50 MP or more for stills
+16X zoom for distant subjects
$209.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:37 PST - Details
Kodak

Compact

+Waterproof camera with a bundled 32GB memory card
+Includes a spare battery
+Compact camera type for easy carrying
$219.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
MonitechSpec score 9.5

Compact, 50 MP or more, 8K

+Records 8K video
+Resolution of 50 MP or more for stills
+16X zoom for distant subjects
$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:37 PST - Details

Compare specs

cameraCamera typeSpec scorePrice
Compact7.8$235.49
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compactn/a$239.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compact7.8$179.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compact9.1$214.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
Compact7.8$199.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compact7.8$179.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compact7.8$159.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compact7.8$179.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compact7.8$179.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compact9.5$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:36 PST - Details

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