Best Camera Under 500

Unleash your artistic flair by creating one-of-a-kind, attention-grabbing instant photos as unique as you are with the INSTAX MINI 99 instant camera. This premium instant camera lets you capture photos in their true, analog format. Six awe-inspiring Color Effect settings let you fuel your creative freedom (they’re all powered by color-changing LEDs located inside the camera). Plus, one normal setting lets you keep things ‘real’. Next, it’s all about the Shooting Modes. From Bulb to Indoor, Double Exposure to Sports, there’s five to choose from and they’re easy to switch between. It’s also worth noting that the INSTAX MINI 99 instant camera offers five levels of brightness: “L+” for the brightest exposure, “D-“ for the darkest. In between you’ll find “L”, “D”, and “N” if you’re looking for standard brightness levels.When it comes to powering up, simply turn the Lens dial. Stop at ‘3.0m to ∞’ (Landscape) for distances, ‘0.3m to 0.6m’ (Macro) for close ups and selfies, or ‘0.6m to 3.0m’ (Standard) for everything in between. Want to deepen the look? Use the Manual Vignette switch to narrow the lens aperture for a powerful artistic look. Want to alter the tone? Take control of the flash function to match the look you envision.Its classic camera style makes the INSTAX MINI 99 instant camera great to look at, and the stunning matte black finish with sleek dials and buttons gives an incredible, tactile quality. The two identical Shutter buttons help you switch from Portrait to Landscape orientation for those must-have shots. And along with a handy tripod mount (tripod sold separately), this instant camera comes with a precision-milled Base Grip with Tripod Mount that also acts as a grip when attached to the camera. We’ve crafted every surface, edge, corner (and feature) of this camera to perfection, leaving you to do what you do best - capturing one-off shots, your way.

Never compromise on creativity again. Instead, enjoy an unparalleled analog + digital hybrid experience with the instax WIDE Evo hybrid instant camera - our most premium, ‘creativity first’ photo-taker to date. With 10 lens effects and 10 film effects, plus the option to change the degree of your chosen settings, there’s no end to your creative potential. Simply twist the Lens to play with your desired lens effects, creating subtle or dramatic images (and everything in between). Want some inspiration? Download the free instax WIDE Evo Smartphone App to your Smartphone device and explore the in-app Discover feed tab for a daily boost of creativity. The instax WIDE Evo hybrid instant camera also features a Wide-Angle Lens, expertly expanding your view to capture all of the action, as it happens. And by using a single compact lens, images are captured at a stunning, print-ready 318 DPI (dots per inch), whether Wide-Angle Mode is switched on or off. You can also connect this hybrid instant camera using the instax WIDE Evo Smartphone App with your Smartphone device via Bluetooth to save your favorite instax framed shots to your Smartphone camera roll, and then easily post your creativity to your social channels. And for those who want to be a part of their photography story, simply use the instax WIDE Evo Smartphone App to control your instax WIDE Evo hybrid instant camera remotely (ideal for all-inclusive photos). Finished in a modern, sophisticated design, and sporting a premium black body with gray color accents, the instax WIDE Evo hybrid instant camera looks as good as it shoots. Plus, with the Print Crank, Shutter Lever and numerous other satisfying manual dials, it’s no wonder we refer to this hybrid instant camera as ‘the photographer’s camera’. So, grab an instax WIDE Evo hybrid instant camera, power up your imagination and take control of every photo. We’d also recommend using your instax WIDE Evo hybrid instant camera with a Micro SD card (sold separately) because once you get going, you’re going to be racking up the masterpieces, whether abstract, impressionist, figurative, minimalist, surreal…

Insta360 Ace Pro 2 is a powerful wide angle action camera. An innovative dual Al chip and 1/1.3" 8K sensor deliver unparalleled image quality, day and night. With a 2.5" flip touchscreen, rugged design, crystal-clear audio, intuitive shooting features and streamlined Al editing, it's designed to capture action smarter and easier.

HERO13 Black is the camera for every creator. In addition to the 5.3K60 video and legendary GoPro durability, it’s compatible with new HB-Series Lenses. These lenses expand your capture capabilities for the most immersive POV shots, the ability to focus closer than ever, easy-to-achieve motion blur using neutral density filters and cinematic anamorphic footage. A new more powerful Enduro battery extends recording time in all weather conditions, while an updated mounting system gives HERO13 Black more mounting flexibility than any GoPro before it. With essential GoPro features including HyperSmooth 6.0 video stabilization, automatic highlight videos and the ability to auto upload your footage to the cloud, HERO13 Black is a powerful combination of great tech and endless creative possibilities.

With modern innovation hidden inside an iconic point-and-shoot design, the Polaroid Flip is the ultimate instant camera for an analog life. Sonar autofocusing, a hyperfocal 4-lens system, our most powerful flash and scene analysis (warning you when your shots are over or underexposed) ensure you get high quality shots every time. All you have to focus on is living a life worth capturing – and click the big red shutter button.

Capture even more of the scene straight out of the box with GoPro’s ultimate immersive POV camera, HERO13 Black Ultra Wide Edition. Drop your viewers deep into the action with a field of view up to 177°—36% wider and 48% taller than shots captured with a standard HERO13 Black lens.1 You’ll also get maximized HyperSmooth performance, with unbreakable in-camera video stabilization in resolutions up to 4K60 for intense activities like snowboarding or biking. Record in the 1:1 aspect ratio for more creative freedom when shooting and in post-production. You’ll be able to crop your footage to widescreen 16:9 or vertical 9:16 shots for social media, making sharing to YouTube and TikTok easier than ever. Switch out the Ultra Wide Lens for the included standard lens to transform your camera to a core HERO13 Black, with best-in-class 5.3K60 video and waterproof performance down to 33ft (10m).