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24 cameras under $50 from Kodak, Bloepum, Dienspeak and more. Most cost $12 to $42, and half cost less than $28.

Kodak

Compact, Under 20 MP

+Compact keychain form factor for bag attachment
+Supports video recording
+Under 20 MP resolution for everyday snapshots
−Single-box blind packaging hides the exact model until opened
$34.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Kodak

Compact, Under 20 MP

+Compact keychain form factor for bag attachment
+Supports video recording
+Under 20 MP resolution for everyday snapshots
−Single-box blind packaging hides the exact model until opened
$34.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
JoytripSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+12MP resolution, under 20 MP
+Small pocket-sized compact body
$36.98-26%List: $49.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:38 PST - Details
Vivitar

Compact, Under 20 MP

+Compact camera type for easy carrying
+12 MP still photos
+Records digital video
−Under 20 MP resolution is modest for large prints
$12.87-24%Was: $16.86
as of 11/04/2026 07:38 PST - Details
NvgfelisSpec score 7.8

Action, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+Dual screens for framing shots from either side
+Under 20 MP still resolution
−Under 20 MP still resolution limits print size
$38.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:29 PST - Details
EimsoahSpec score 7.8

Video, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Records Full HD video
+Rotatable 2.4 inch screen
+16X zoom range
−Under 20MP resolution for photos
$36.39
as of 11/03/2026 22:48 PST - Details
Dienspeak

Compact, Under 20 MP

+1440P video recording
+Pocket-size keychain design for portability
+Includes 16GB memory card
−Only 2MP photos, low resolution for stills
$26.81-5%Was: $28.23
as of 11/04/2026 17:35 PST - Details
Dienspeak

Compact, Under 20 MP

+Keychain design for easy carrying
+Leather-wrapped zinc alloy body
+Includes a 16GB memory card
−Low 2MP photo resolution for a camera
−Under 20 MP sensor limits detail
$18.20-5%Was: $19.16
as of 11/04/2026 17:35 PST - Details
KizmyeeSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+Includes a 32GB memory card
+Compact keychain form factor for carrying
−Only 2MP still image resolution
−Small 0.96 inch screen for framing shots
$29.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:46 PST - Details
AourxivSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Flip screen for selfie and front framing
+Full HD video recording for everyday clips
+Compact camera type that fits in a pocket
−Low 1MP still resolution for photos
$19.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
CamrolaSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+Compact keychain-style camera body
+Includes a 32GB memory card
−Still photos limited to 5MP resolution
$29.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details
SanpylSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Compact size at 1.6x1.1x0.8 inches
+Records Full HD 1080P video
+Built-in 6 filters for creative effects
−Under 20 MP resolution for still photos
$14.00
as of 11/04/2026 01:41 PST - Details
YunirSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD video recording for a compact camera
+Compact keychain design for easy carrying
+Easy-to-operate portable video recorder
−Only 2 MP resolution for still photos
$9.01
as of 11/04/2026 08:42 PST - Details
DeskiumSpec score 7.8

Video, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+2.7 inch rotating LCD screen
+Built-in LED light for low-light filming
−Under 20 MP stills, limited for detailed photos
$42.87
as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details
DeskiumSpec score 7.8

Video, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+2.7 inch swivel LCD screen
+Built-in fill light for low-light filming
−Under 20 MP stills, limited for detailed photos
$42.87
as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details
EbtoolsSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Compact keychain size for carrying
+Records Full HD video
+Includes a 0.96 inch display
−Under 20MP resolution for photos
$14.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:47 PST - Details
NesqavelSpec score 7.8

Video, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Records Full HD 1080P video
+16X digital zoom
+2.7 inch LCD with 270° rotation
−Records only Full HD video
−Zoom is digital rather than optical
$42.87
as of 11/04/2026 00:22 PST - Details
TorvinesqSpec score 7.8

Video, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+Rotating 2.7 inch LCD for flexible framing
+16X zoom for reaching distant subjects
−Under 20 MP resolution for still photos
$42.87
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
VbestlifeSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Thumb-size body for pocket carrying
+Full HD 1080P video recording
+1.44-inch LCD screen for framing
−Under 20 MP resolution, lower than most cameras
$14.36
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
YuehisySpec score 7.8

Action, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+Compact mini design with wrist strap
+160 degree wide-angle lens
−Under 20 MP stills, lower resolution than most cameras
$11.58
as of 11/04/2026 08:42 PST - Details
YuehisySpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+Compact keychain-style body that carries easily
+Built-in 0.96 inch color screen for previewing shots
−Only 2 MP resolution for stills
$11.58
as of 11/04/2026 08:42 PST - Details
YunirSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD video recording for a compact camera
+Compact keychain design for easy carrying
+Easy-to-operate portable video recorder
−Only 2 MP resolution for still photos
$9.01
as of 11/04/2026 08:42 PST - Details
Wisoqu

Compact, Under 20 MP

+Compact body for carrying anywhere
+HD video recording
+12 MP photo resolution
−Resolution under 20 MP limits large prints
$14.00
as of 11/04/2026 08:35 PST - Details
TurnriseSpec score 7.8

Compact, Under 20 MP, Full HD

+Full HD 1080P video recording
+12MP resolution, under 20 MP
+Portable retro twin-lens design
$28.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:38 PST - Details

Compare specs

cameraCamera typeVideoSpec scorePrice
Compactn/a$34.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
Compactn/a$34.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
CompactFull HD7.8$36.98
as of 11/04/2026 15:38 PST - Details
Compactn/a$12.87
as of 11/04/2026 07:38 PST - Details
ActionFull HD7.8$38.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:29 PST - Details
VideoFull HD7.8$36.39
as of 11/03/2026 22:48 PST - Details
Compactn/a$26.81
as of 11/04/2026 17:35 PST - Details
Compactn/a$18.20
as of 11/04/2026 17:35 PST - Details
CompactFull HD7.8$29.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:46 PST - Details
CompactFull HD7.8$19.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:14 PST - Details

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