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Cameras under $500

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6 cameras under $500 from Fujifilm, DJI, Insta360 and more. Most cost $418 to $480, and half cost less than $431.

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BrandDJI1Sony1
Camera typeInstant26Action24Compact12DSLR9Video6Mirrorless3Film2
Sensor size1-inch1
Resolution30 to 49 MP4Under 20 MP1
Video4K4
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Camera type: Video  ×6 resultsSort byRecommendedSpec scorePrice: low to highPrice: high to low
DJI

Video, 1-inch, 4K

+1-inch CMOS sensor for larger image capture
+4K video at up to 120fps for slow motion
+3-axis stabilization for smoother handheld footage
$439.00-12%List: $499.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:40 PST - Details
vbhkCGJtuSpec score 8.4

Video, 30 to 49 MP, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage
+Built-in microphone for capturing audio
+Anti-shake feature steadies handheld footage
−Zoom is digital, which can reduce image quality at high levels
$463.36
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
vbhkCGJtu

Video, 30 to 49 MP

+42MP resolution for detailed stills
+Flip screen for easy selfie framing
+Includes remote control for hands-free operation
−Camera type is video, not a stills-focused model
$416.84
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
Sony

Video, Under 20 MP

+High definition Handycam for recording video
+Dedicated video camera type for simple recording
−Specified at 5.3 MP, below the typical resolution of newer models
$480.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
vbhkCGJtuSpec score 8.4

Video, 30 to 49 MP, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage
+48MP resolution for high-detail stills
+18X zoom for reaching distant subjects
−Camera type is video, not a stills-focused model
$418.24
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
$422.44
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details

Compare specs

cameraCamera typeSpec scorePrice
Videon/a$439.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:40 PST - Details
Video8.4$463.36
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
Videon/a$416.84
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
Videon/a$480.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
Video8.4$418.24
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
Video8.4$422.44
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details

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