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128 cameras under $250 from Fujifilm, Polaroid, Kodak and more. Most cost $160 to $234, and half cost less than $190.

Top brands: Fujifilm (43)Kodak (18)

Polaroid

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos without a computer or phone

+Uses i-Type instant film for square prints

$184.95

as of 11/04/2026 00:42 PST - Details

RemnoscnaSpec score 9.5

Video, 50 MP or more, 8K

+8K video recording resolution

+50 MP or more still image resolution

+Infrared night vision for low-light filming

−Digital zoom rather than optical zoom

$169.99-23%List: ~~$219.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 10:37 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

AKASO

Action

$150.08-5%Was: ~~$157.98~~

as of 11/04/2026 11:35 PST - Details

AKASO

Action, 4K

+Records 4K video at 30fps

+Includes a 64GB MicroSDXC U3 memory card

+Includes an accessories kit bundle

−Action camera type limits use to action footage

$154.99

as of 11/04/2026 11:35 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

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant film camera that prints photos on the spot

+Has a landscape focus setting for distances of 3.0m to infinity

$199.00-15%List: ~~$234.95~~

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

FamBrowSpec score 9.5

Video, 50 MP or more, 8K

+8K video resolution for very high detail

+50 MP or more sensor for detailed stills

+WiFi connectivity for wireless transfer

−Zoom is digital, not optical, reducing detail

$152.99-10%List: ~~$169.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 09:39 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

$189.00-10%Was: ~~$209.00~~

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

$219.00-7%List: ~~$234.95~~

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 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

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos right after shooting

+Includes a 40-sheet Fuji film value pack

+Comes with shutter accessories in the bundle

−Accessory bundle contents are not itemized in the product data

$158.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos without a phone or computer

+Includes a 40-sheet Fuji film value pack

+Includes Tudak accessories in the bundle

−Instant film prints cost more per shot than digital

$159.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos on the spot

+Includes a MiniMate accessory bundle

+Comes with a compatible custom case

−Prints are limited to the included film supply

$163.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera type prints photos immediately after shooting

+Bundle includes a 40-sheet value pack of film

+Includes shutter accessories in the bundle

−Instant prints use film that costs more per photo than digital

$169.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos right after shooting

+Includes 60 photo prints in the package

+Comes with additional accessories in the bundle

−Accessory contents are not itemized in the product data

$164.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - Details

Polaroid

Instant

+Bluetooth connection to a phone app

+Instant film prints photos on the spot

+Bundle includes 16 photos of film

−Specifications list only the instant camera type

$179.99

as of 11/04/2026 00:42 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos on the spot

+Includes a 60 sheet film value pack

+Includes a sturdy carrying case

−Prints are limited to the included film supply

$184.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos right after shooting

+Includes a 60-sheet Fuji film value pack

+Bundle includes a sturdy carrying case

−Bundle contents beyond the case and film are not itemized

$184.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera prints photos on the spot

+Includes a carrying case for transport

+Bundle includes a 40-sheet film value pack

−Instant film costs more per photo than digital

$154.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos on the spot

+Includes a 60 sheet film value pack

+Includes a sturdy carrying case

−Prints are limited to the included film supply

$184.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos right after shooting

+Includes a 60-sheet Fuji film value pack

+Bundle includes a sturdy carrying case

−Bundle contents beyond the case and film are not itemized

$219.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos on the spot

+Includes a 60 sheet film value pack

+Includes a sturdy carrying case

−Prints are limited to the included film supply

$184.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 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

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos right after shooting

+Includes a compatible custom case

+Includes MiniMate accessory bundle

−Prints are small, at Instax Mini film size

$164.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - Details

Fujifilm

Instant

+Instant camera that prints photos right after shooting

+Includes a compatible custom case

+Includes MiniMate accessory bundle

−Prints are small, at Instax Mini film size

$159.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - Details

SmartklikSpec score 9.5

Video, 50 MP or more, 8K

+Records 8K video

+Resolution of 50 MP or more for photos

+Camcorder type built for video recording

−Zoom is listed without optical or digital type

$189.99

as of 11/04/2026 10:37 PST - Details

OprkqeeSpec score 9.5

Video, 50 MP or more, 8K

+8K video recording

+Infrared night vision for dark scenes

+18X digital zoom

−Digital zoom reduces image quality at high magnification

$249.97

as of 11/04/2026 14:39 PST - Details

Compare specs

Camera type	Spec score	Price
Instant	n/a	$184.95 as of 11/04/2026 00:42 PST - Details
Video	9.5	$169.99 as of 11/04/2026 10:37 PST - Details
Compact	7.8	$179.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Action	n/a	$150.08 as of 11/04/2026 11:35 PST - Details
Action	n/a	$154.99 as of 11/04/2026 11:35 PST - Details
Compact	9.5	$189.99 as of 11/04/2026 06:36 PST - Details
Instant	n/a	$199.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details
Video	9.5	$152.99 as of 11/04/2026 09:39 PST - Details
Instant	n/a	$189.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details
Instant	n/a	$219.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:03 PST - Details

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