Cameras under $300

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14 cameras under $300 from Fujifilm, Polaroid, GoPro and more. Most cost $210 to $299, and half cost less than $277.

Canon

Compact, 1-inch, 4K

+1-inch CMOS sensor for a large image sensor

+4K video recording for high-resolution clips

+Built-in wide-angle zoom lens

$299.00-38%List: ~~$479.00~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:19 PST - Details

MinoltaSpec score 8.9

Bridge, 50 MP or more, 4K

+50 MP or more resolution for large, detailed prints

+4K video recording

+Bridge body type with long zoom range

−Bridge body is larger than a compact camera

$228.00

as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details

MinoltaSpec score 8.9

Video, 50 MP or more, 4K

+Records 4K video for high-resolution footage

+Camcorder design built for video recording

+50 MP or more resolution for detailed stills

$229.00

as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details

MinoltaSpec score 8.9

Bridge, 50 MP or more, 4K

+50 MP or more resolution for detailed stills

+Records 4K video

+Flip LCD screen for selfies and angled shooting

−10x optical zoom has less reach than other bridge models

$299.00

as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details

vbhkCGJtuSpec score 8.4

Video, 30 to 49 MP, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage

+WiFi connectivity for wireless transfer

+270 degree rotating touch screen for flexible angles

−Zoom is digital, which can reduce image quality at high levels

$293.51

as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details

GoProSpec score 8.1

Action, Under 20 MP, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage

+Includes an extra battery

+Includes a 32GB microSDHC card

−Photos capped below 20 MP

$209.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:14 PST - Details

Faryiuscb

Video, 4K

+Records 2.7K video at 60 frames per second

+Gyro stabilization for steadier footage

+110 degree wide-angle field of view

−Video listed at 4K in specifications, conflicting with name

$203.31

as of 11/04/2026 09:38 PST - Details

DJI

Action, 4K

+1/1.3-inch sensor for better image detail

+4K video recording

+120fps capability for slow motion footage

$295.02

as of 11/03/2026 22:40 PST - Details

vbhkCGJtu

Video, 4K

+Records 4K UHD video for sharp footage

+1-inch CMOS sensor for improved image quality

+Dual-pixel autofocus for fast focusing

−Camera type is video, not a stills-focused model

$298.75

as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details

vbhkCGJtuSpec score 8.4

Video, 30 to 49 MP, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage

+48MP sensor for high-resolution stills

+16X zoom for reaching distant subjects

$256.89

as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details

vbhkCGJtuSpec score 8.4

Video, 30 to 49 MP, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage

+48MP sensor for high-resolution stills

+18X zoom for reaching distant subjects

$294.41

as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details

Lmzour

Action, 4K

+Shoots 4K video in an action camera body

+120° wide angle for capturing more scene

+Detachable charging handle for handheld use

$259.99

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

DJI

Action, 4K

$229.00

as of 11/03/2026 22:40 PST - Details

DJI

Action, 4K

$299.99

as of 11/03/2026 22:40 PST - Details

Compare specs

Camera type	Spec score	Price
Compact	n/a	$299.00 as of 11/03/2026 22:19 PST - Details
Bridge	8.9	$228.00 as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
Video	8.9	$229.00 as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
Bridge	8.9	$299.00 as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
Video	8.4	$293.51 as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
Action	8.1	$209.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:14 PST - Details
Video	n/a	$203.31 as of 11/04/2026 09:38 PST - Details
Action	n/a	$295.02 as of 11/03/2026 22:40 PST - Details
Video	n/a	$298.75 as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
Video	8.4	$256.89 as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details

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