What is the best digital camera for under $250?

Answer 1

According to PC magazine the Kodak EasyShare C875 is a good choice..Although a bit on the pricey side, this competent point-and-shoot takes a sophisticated approach to auto and scene modes without becoming complex and confusing.One user who has it says: Kodak's 8-megapixel EasyShare C875 is by no means your average point-and-shoot. This talented camera has a ton of scene modes—21, to be exact. But that's not what captured my attention. What piqued my interest is the EasyShare's "smart" auto mode. In essence, the C875 has the ability to "guess" which scene mode you may want to use, based on what the camera sees"

For $250 you can get the ultracompact quick performer, Canon PowerShot SD550 Digital Elph," It has excellent image quality,a unique "My Color" feature. Good ergonomics. Sleek and attractive. The Canon PowerShot SD550 Digital Elph ($449.95 list) is the refreshed version of the very popular PowerShot SD500 Digital Elph—and in this case, new really does mean improved. Not only does it take great shots in a variety of situations, but its performance on our tests was better than that of the SD500. That makes the SD550 our Editor's Choice for ultracompacts."

Answer 2

Look at Canon for quality.
For that price I would highly recommend the Canon SD600, which is available for between $210-240. The SD630 is identical, but for a larger LCD and no optical viewfinder-and is a little more expensive.

The SD600 is ultra compact, has an all metal body..and it's a very popular model with great photo & movie quality and features.
It's only bad feature is it's small battery, but is fine if you charge it regularly.
You would also need to buy an SD card (1 GB minimum, Sandisk Ultra II is fast, with a lifetime warranty).

Answer 3

I've had several cameras and I feel Kodak Easy Share camera's are the best for under $250.

Answer 4

I don't see anything wrong with a camera I bought my daughter that has plenty of zoom. FugiFilm FinePix S5200. I paid $238--
Great on batteries, 5 megapixels, 10X optical zoom, 1 sec delay between shots. When enlarged takes excellent 8X10s.

Answer 5

Well it depends on what u like better. Like for example if you want a camera that takes pictures AND photos and then what size screen you waant or The zoom. So its not really about cost, more about quality. But you can alway try best buy or a online store.