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The best camera for beginners is one that's easy to use, has a good lens, and takes good photos. If you're just starting out, you'll want a camera that's simple to get started with and easy to use. Browse the top-ranked list of best camera for beginners below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Great for beginners...Great beginner camera, easy to use great connectivity...It’s a great beginner content creator camera I recommend it."

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    The ZV-E10 features a large sensor with E-mount interchangeable lens options for a wide selection of lenses, flip-out vari-angle LCD, advanced audio options and features specifically designed for vlogging.
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    "Great for beginners...Great beginner camera, easy to use great connectivity...It’s a great beginner content creator camera I recommend it."

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    The ZV-E10 features a large sensor with E-mount interchangeable lens options for a wide selection of lenses, flip-out vari-angle LCD, advanced audio options and features specifically designed for vlogging.
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    Your price for this item is $719.99
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  2. Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens - White - Front_Zoom
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    "Awesome Camera for Beginners and Vloggers!...The Sony Alpha ZV-E10 is super easy to use, even for someone like me who’s not a pro. The picture and video quality are amazing, and it’s perfect for vlogging or creating content. ...Research before you buy, fits my needs perfectly. Definitely recommend for beginner and novice, has options to grow with you."

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    The ZV-E10 features a large sensor with E-mount interchangeable lens options for a wide selection of lenses, flip-out vari-angle LCD, advanced audio options and features specifically designed for vlogging.
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    "Awesome Camera for Beginners and Vloggers!...The Sony Alpha ZV-E10 is super easy to use, even for someone like me who’s not a pro. The picture and video quality are amazing, and it’s perfect for vlogging or creating content. ...Research before you buy, fits my needs perfectly. Definitely recommend for beginner and novice, has options to grow with you."

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    The ZV-E10 features a large sensor with E-mount interchangeable lens options for a wide selection of lenses, flip-out vari-angle LCD, advanced audio options and features specifically designed for vlogging.
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    Your price for this item is $799.99
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  3. Vivitar - Point and Shoot 16 MP Digital Camera - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: VECS130-BLK-T57-4
    SKU: 6589759
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    "This would probably be a great camera option for a small child, maybe under 6 years old, but not for teenager. ...Got this for my daughter for her birthday, and she absolutely loves it!"

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    Introducing the Vivitar point and shoot digital camera, your gateway to high-quality photography with unparalleled convenience.
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    "This would probably be a great camera option for a small child, maybe under 6 years old, but not for teenager. ...Got this for my daughter for her birthday, and she absolutely loves it!"

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    Introducing the Vivitar point and shoot digital camera, your gateway to high-quality photography with unparalleled convenience.
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    Your price for this item is $32.99
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  4. Sony - Alpha 6400 APS-C Mirrorless Camera 4K Video Camera with E PZ 16-50mm Lens - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Solid beginner camera and easy to get used to. Previously used a canon....Such an amazing beginner camera, I’ve been trying to get back into photography and the pictures come out so crisp and clean, I do want to get another lens but this lens does just fine! "

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    Advanced APS-C camera with 24.2 MP Exmor CMOS sensor, the World’s fastest autofocus (AF) speed1 at 0.02 sec., advanced Real-time Eye-AF and Real-time object Tracking AF with Wide 425-phase/425-contrast detection AF points over 84% of sensor, up to 11fps continuous shooting3 with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure, 4K HDR video2, 180-degree tiltable touchscreen LCD and Wi-Fi for easy file transfer and remote control.
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    "Solid beginner camera and easy to get used to. Previously used a canon....Such an amazing beginner camera, I’ve been trying to get back into photography and the pictures come out so crisp and clean, I do want to get another lens but this lens does just fine! "

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    Advanced APS-C camera with 24.2 MP Exmor CMOS sensor, the World’s fastest autofocus (AF) speed1 at 0.02 sec., advanced Real-time Eye-AF and Real-time object Tracking AF with Wide 425-phase/425-contrast detection AF points over 84% of sensor, up to 11fps continuous shooting3 with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure, 4K HDR video2, 180-degree tiltable touchscreen LCD and Wi-Fi for easy file transfer and remote control.
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    Your price for this item is $949.99
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  5. Nikon - Z 8 8K Video Mirrorless Camera Body w/ NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Nikon for the win...Nikon has always in my eyes been great for beginners, but this model is just amazing even for professionals. ...Everything I hoped for!! Eric helped us find just the right camera for our needs."

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    The ultimate hybrid camera. Powerful video and still photography capabilities. Video features include 12-bit 8K/60p and 4K/120p RAW plus 10-bit ProRes 422 HQ internal video recording. Photography features include a 45.7MP stacked CMOS sensor, a silent, vibration-free electronic shutter, 120 fps burst shooting and a blackout-free viewfinder. Fast, accurate AF with subject detection powered by deep learning. Professional build and operation. Smart connectivity. All in a brilliant compact, lightweight modular design.
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    "Nikon for the win...Nikon has always in my eyes been great for beginners, but this model is just amazing even for professionals. ...Everything I hoped for!! Eric helped us find just the right camera for our needs."

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    The ultimate hybrid camera. Powerful video and still photography capabilities. Video features include 12-bit 8K/60p and 4K/120p RAW plus 10-bit ProRes 422 HQ internal video recording. Photography features include a 45.7MP stacked CMOS sensor, a silent, vibration-free electronic shutter, 120 fps burst shooting and a blackout-free viewfinder. Fast, accurate AF with subject detection powered by deep learning. Professional build and operation. Smart connectivity. All in a brilliant compact, lightweight modular design.
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    Your price for this item is $4,399.95
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  6. Minolta - Duo MN50WP 48.0 Megapixel Waterproof 5K Video Digital Camera with Dual LCD - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "It’s lightweight and easy to carry around, perfect for trips and outdoor adventures. The controls are simple to use, even for beginners....Great for beginners in content creation...This compact camera is great for content creation. Price point is great for beginners, in photography to hone their skills. "

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    Dive into excitement with the MN50WP! This powerful, compact camera lets you capture every adventure in incredible 48MP photos and stunning 5K Ultra HD videos. With a 16x digital zoom, the MN50WP brings distant scenes and close-ups into crystal-clear focus, making it your perfect companion for any journey. The dual displays—a 1.7” Selfie-LCD and a 2.8” Rear LCD—give you flexibility, whether you’re setting up the perfect shot or capturing selfies with ease. Creative shooting modes like Time Lapse and Slow Motion Recording add unique flair to your videos, turning every scene into a work of art. Built to withstand the elements, the MN50WP is fully waterproof up to 13 feet and dust-resistant, allowing you to capture stunning underwater photos and videos. Compact yet powerful, this camera is ready for any adventure. Make every moment unforgettable with the MN50WP!
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    "It’s lightweight and easy to carry around, perfect for trips and outdoor adventures. The controls are simple to use, even for beginners....Great for beginners in content creation...This compact camera is great for content creation. Price point is great for beginners, in photography to hone their skills. "

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    Dive into excitement with the MN50WP! This powerful, compact camera lets you capture every adventure in incredible 48MP photos and stunning 5K Ultra HD videos. With a 16x digital zoom, the MN50WP brings distant scenes and close-ups into crystal-clear focus, making it your perfect companion for any journey. The dual displays—a 1.7” Selfie-LCD and a 2.8” Rear LCD—give you flexibility, whether you’re setting up the perfect shot or capturing selfies with ease. Creative shooting modes like Time Lapse and Slow Motion Recording add unique flair to your videos, turning every scene into a work of art. Built to withstand the elements, the MN50WP is fully waterproof up to 13 feet and dust-resistant, allowing you to capture stunning underwater photos and videos. Compact yet powerful, this camera is ready for any adventure. Make every moment unforgettable with the MN50WP!
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    Your price for this item is $129.99

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  7. Sony - Alpha 6100 APS-C Mirrorless Camera 4K Video Camera with E PZ 16-50mm Lens - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Easy to use with multi use camera modes. Affordable and great for beginners getting into photography....best for beginners...very good camera , very light and user friendly best for beginners"

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    Take eye-catching photos with this Sony Alpha 6100 mirrorless digital camera with 16-50mm lens. The BIONZ X image processor coupled with the 24.2MP CMOS sensor ensures images of the highest quality. The 16-50mm lens offers a 24-75mm equivalent focal length range, making this Sony Alpha 6100 mirrorless digital camera ideal for portraits and even nighttime photography.
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    "Easy to use with multi use camera modes. Affordable and great for beginners getting into photography....best for beginners...very good camera , very light and user friendly best for beginners"

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    Take eye-catching photos with this Sony Alpha 6100 mirrorless digital camera with 16-50mm lens. The BIONZ X image processor coupled with the 24.2MP CMOS sensor ensures images of the highest quality. The 16-50mm lens offers a 24-75mm equivalent focal length range, making this Sony Alpha 6100 mirrorless digital camera ideal for portraits and even nighttime photography.
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  8. Nikon - Z50II Mirrorless Camera Two Lens Kit with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR and NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR Lenses - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Its an excellent camara, good for beginners and also the ergonomic of the camara is very good. ...Best camera to get for beginners...The settings are beginner friendly and it is easy to use. This camera is a great choice for people who are new for photography and want to video on there free time."

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    The Z50II Two Lens Kit includes the Z50II mirrorless camera body, the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR and NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lenses. Enjoy the combination of gorgeous image quality, film-inspired looks, intelligent auto modes and easy sharing with the flexibility of two high-performance, optically-stabilized zoom lenses. A perfect lightweight “do everything” photo and video kit for portraiture, travel, wildlife and more.
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    "Its an excellent camara, good for beginners and also the ergonomic of the camara is very good. ...Best camera to get for beginners...The settings are beginner friendly and it is easy to use. This camera is a great choice for people who are new for photography and want to video on there free time."

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    The Z50II Two Lens Kit includes the Z50II mirrorless camera body, the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR and NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lenses. Enjoy the combination of gorgeous image quality, film-inspired looks, intelligent auto modes and easy sharing with the flexibility of two high-performance, optically-stabilized zoom lenses. A perfect lightweight “do everything” photo and video kit for portraiture, travel, wildlife and more.
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  9. Vivitar - 4K Digital camcorder - Black - Angle_Zoom

    Model: DVRE401-BLK-STK-4
    SKU: 6574116
    Top comment

    "Good for the price point. Works as it should. Got it for my son....Its reallyveasy to use for beginners and very compact andeasy to store. "

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    Capture life's moments in stunning detail with the Vivitar DVRE401 BLK STK 4 Digital Camcorder. This innovative device is designed to elevate your photography and videography experience with its impressive features. Perfect your angles with the 3.0" display that boasts a 270-degree rotatable design. Whether you're capturing selfies, vlogging, or exploring unique angles, this feature allows you to frame your shots with precision, unleashing your creativity like never before. Experience cinematic brilliance with real 4K Ultra HD video recording capabilities. Every detail, color, and nuance of your surroundings is captured in breathtaking clarity, ensuring that your videos stand out with vivid realism. Take your photography to the next level with a maximum 42-megapixel photo resolution. Immerse yourself in crystal-clear captures that preserve every detail with stunning precision. From sweeping landscapes to intricate close-ups, this camera ensures that your images speak volumes, allowing you to express your creativity effortlessly. Explore the art of photography with built-in enhanced zoom capabilities that bring the world closer to you. Whether you're capturing distant landscapes or zooming in for intricate details, this camera empowers you to achieve stunning compositions with ease.
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    "Good for the price point. Works as it should. Got it for my son....Its reallyveasy to use for beginners and very compact andeasy to store. "

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    Capture life's moments in stunning detail with the Vivitar DVRE401 BLK STK 4 Digital Camcorder. This innovative device is designed to elevate your photography and videography experience with its impressive features. Perfect your angles with the 3.0" display that boasts a 270-degree rotatable design. Whether you're capturing selfies, vlogging, or exploring unique angles, this feature allows you to frame your shots with precision, unleashing your creativity like never before. Experience cinematic brilliance with real 4K Ultra HD video recording capabilities. Every detail, color, and nuance of your surroundings is captured in breathtaking clarity, ensuring that your videos stand out with vivid realism. Take your photography to the next level with a maximum 42-megapixel photo resolution. Immerse yourself in crystal-clear captures that preserve every detail with stunning precision. From sweeping landscapes to intricate close-ups, this camera ensures that your images speak volumes, allowing you to express your creativity effortlessly. Explore the art of photography with built-in enhanced zoom capabilities that bring the world closer to you. Whether you're capturing distant landscapes or zooming in for intricate details, this camera empowers you to achieve stunning compositions with ease.
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    Your price for this item is $79.99
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  10. Canon - EOS R10 4K Video Mirrorless Camera 2 Lens Kit with RF-S18-45mm and RF-S55-210mm Lenses - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "The image quality is stunning, colors are vibrant, and it’s so user-friendly. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts, I absolutely love using it....Very satisfied with the help and service provided, found the right camera for my daughter thanks for everything."

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    The EOS R10 Kit is an incredible way to jump into digital photography. By combining our popular EOS R10 Mirrorless Camera with two of our most popular lenses (and an SD Card) you have everything you need to get started with still photography, and video creation. Put creativity in the palm of your hand with a camera that packs advanced features into a lightweight, compact design. The EOS R10 is optimized for video with the efficient DIGIC X advanced image processor that powers 4K video capture and reduces noise. The EOS R10 is perfect for content cre­ators looking to take their creativity to the next level. Featuring a high-speed shooting 15 FPS mechanical shutter, a 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sen­sor, and lightning fast autofocus, the EOS R10 camera brings some of the best features from the growing EOS R Series to a sleek, lightweight design. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM telephoto zoom lens is a superb choice for photographers and videographers looking to add versatility and range to their lens collection. Compact and lightweight with Optical Image Stabilization for up to 4.5* equivalent stops of shake correction, Up to 7.0* equivalent stops of shake correction when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS). It extends the camera’s reach significantly, capturing sharp images of far away objects, even when handheld. It features Canon’s amazing STM stepping motor supporting Canon’s Movie Servo AF for smooth, quiet and continuous focus adjustments. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens features two UD lens elements that reduce chromatic aberration, helping to achieve excellent image quality with high resolution and contrast. The RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM gives you the flexibility you desire without taking up your whole camera bag. This lens was designed with smaller APS-C sensors in mind, and when joined with a full frame EOS R camera, automatically enables the 1.6x crop mode. It offers 100% x 100% Dual Pixel CMOS AF coverage for APS-C sensors, and 80% x 80% Dual Pixel CMOS AF coverage for Full Frame sensors (in crop mode). The small size of the RF-S18-45mm and clever lens retraction mechanism lets it fit just about anywhere, making it a great lens to bring with you on a walk or wherever the day takes you.
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    "The image quality is stunning, colors are vibrant, and it’s so user-friendly. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts, I absolutely love using it....Very satisfied with the help and service provided, found the right camera for my daughter thanks for everything."

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    The EOS R10 Kit is an incredible way to jump into digital photography. By combining our popular EOS R10 Mirrorless Camera with two of our most popular lenses (and an SD Card) you have everything you need to get started with still photography, and video creation. Put creativity in the palm of your hand with a camera that packs advanced features into a lightweight, compact design. The EOS R10 is optimized for video with the efficient DIGIC X advanced image processor that powers 4K video capture and reduces noise. The EOS R10 is perfect for content cre­ators looking to take their creativity to the next level. Featuring a high-speed shooting 15 FPS mechanical shutter, a 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sen­sor, and lightning fast autofocus, the EOS R10 camera brings some of the best features from the growing EOS R Series to a sleek, lightweight design. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM telephoto zoom lens is a superb choice for photographers and videographers looking to add versatility and range to their lens collection. Compact and lightweight with Optical Image Stabilization for up to 4.5* equivalent stops of shake correction, Up to 7.0* equivalent stops of shake correction when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS). It extends the camera’s reach significantly, capturing sharp images of far away objects, even when handheld. It features Canon’s amazing STM stepping motor supporting Canon’s Movie Servo AF for smooth, quiet and continuous focus adjustments. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens features two UD lens elements that reduce chromatic aberration, helping to achieve excellent image quality with high resolution and contrast. The RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM gives you the flexibility you desire without taking up your whole camera bag. This lens was designed with smaller APS-C sensors in mind, and when joined with a full frame EOS R camera, automatically enables the 1.6x crop mode. It offers 100% x 100% Dual Pixel CMOS AF coverage for APS-C sensors, and 80% x 80% Dual Pixel CMOS AF coverage for Full Frame sensors (in crop mode). The small size of the RF-S18-45mm and clever lens retraction mechanism lets it fit just about anywhere, making it a great lens to bring with you on a walk or wherever the day takes you.
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    Your price for this item is $1,599.99
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