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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for Best Travel Camera Under $500.

If you're looking for a camera to take on vacation or business trips, you want something that's easy to use, takes high-quality photos, and is small enough to carry in your bag or suitcase. Browse the top-ranked list of the best travel cameras under $500 below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. GoPro - HERO13 Black Action Camera Bundle - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: CHDRB-131-MY/CHDRB-131-TH
    SKU: 6601248
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    "Perfect product , good for travel and good quality of camera...Excellent for documenting travels and learning experiences"

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    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.
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    "Perfect product , good for travel and good quality of camera...Excellent for documenting travels and learning experiences"

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    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.
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  2. Fujifilm - Quicksnap Flash 400 Single-Use Camera with Flash - 2 pack - Green - Front_Zoom
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    "Funifilm QuickSnap flash 400 Single Use Cameras...Fun little cameras for a trip! One daughter took to London and the other daughter took to New York. ...I purchased these cameras from a school trip for my daughter. They are fast, convenient, and always ready to take a picture. "

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    Preserve special moments with this pack of two Fujifilm QuickSnap cameras. Each is preloaded with 27 exposures of 400-speed Fujifilm, and the built-in flash has a continuous switch so you can take multiple snaps without pausing to reset. These Fujifilm QuickSnap cameras produce clear, detailed images thanks to the camera's fixed-focus lens.
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    "Funifilm QuickSnap flash 400 Single Use Cameras...Fun little cameras for a trip! One daughter took to London and the other daughter took to New York. ...I purchased these cameras from a school trip for my daughter. They are fast, convenient, and always ready to take a picture. "

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    Preserve special moments with this pack of two Fujifilm QuickSnap cameras. Each is preloaded with 27 exposures of 400-speed Fujifilm, and the built-in flash has a continuous switch so you can take multiple snaps without pausing to reset. These Fujifilm QuickSnap cameras produce clear, detailed images thanks to the camera's fixed-focus lens.
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  3. Polaroid - Go Gen 2 Everything Box - White - Front_Zoom
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    "It's more about the nostalgia for those who grew up with the original cameras....Good travel size camera, great pictures with correct use."

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    Capture real life on the Go. Our most portable, wearable, take anywhere-able Polaroid Go Generation 2 instant camera has been upgraded with a large aperture range, precise light sensor, and on-point-exposure settings to make your pictures even better. It’s really small (the smallest instant camera in the world) but comes with big creative potential featuring a selfie mirror, self-timer, double exposure, and can be paired with its own teeny tiny color filters. All in the classic design, and now made with 30% recycled materials. Includes a Polaroid Color Go Film Double Pack for 16 color instant photographs with white frames. Compatible with Polaroid Go film, our smallest Polaroid instant film format.
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    "It's more about the nostalgia for those who grew up with the original cameras....Good travel size camera, great pictures with correct use."

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    Capture real life on the Go. Our most portable, wearable, take anywhere-able Polaroid Go Generation 2 instant camera has been upgraded with a large aperture range, precise light sensor, and on-point-exposure settings to make your pictures even better. It’s really small (the smallest instant camera in the world) but comes with big creative potential featuring a selfie mirror, self-timer, double exposure, and can be paired with its own teeny tiny color filters. All in the classic design, and now made with 30% recycled materials. Includes a Polaroid Color Go Film Double Pack for 16 color instant photographs with white frames. Compatible with Polaroid Go film, our smallest Polaroid instant film format.
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    Your price for this item is $99.99
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  4. Fujifilm - instax mini 41 Instant Film Camera - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Good camera, but flash stays on...Excellent camera. Best Buy is selling it $30 above MSRP though. ...Awesome camera!...Felt like the features were a big upgrade from similar cameras my friends have had in the past and I feel like the quality of the photos was really impressive for an instant camera. "

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    Introducing the ultimate in classic style - the instax mini 41 instant camera. With sleek easy-to-use features and a truly timeless design, you’re all set for a unique and stylish photography experience. Take the built-in Selfie Mirror positioned next to the Lens for example. Paired with Close-up Mode, taking a selfie is simplicity at its finest. Simply align yourself in the mirror and enjoy being ‘in-the-moment’, especially with Automatic Flash Control. Close-up Mode also gives you the added bonus of capturing centered close-up images thanks to the benefits of Parallax Correction. Essentially, the Viewfinder adjusts the position of the ‘focus’ mark to the lower left of the frame. We’re only talking a few millimeters, but it makes all the difference. And to keep shooting casual, but intentional, the instax mini 41 instant camera automatically adjusts its shutter speed to your environment for ideal photos. Because capturing the perfect shot is far more important than thinking about adjusting any settings. Then there’s the looks. Even the toughest critic will be quietly pleased with this blend of vintage charm and modern craftsmanship. The textured, tactile body is great for grip, and the subtle metallic-like finish and orange color accents add a subtle touch of elegance. For aesthetically pleasing photos with minimum effort, look no further than the instax mini 41 instant camera. From an easy-to-operate lens design to Automatic Exposure Control that adjusts to the ambient lighting, this is one instant camera built for effortless action.
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    "Good camera, but flash stays on...Excellent camera. Best Buy is selling it $30 above MSRP though. ...Awesome camera!...Felt like the features were a big upgrade from similar cameras my friends have had in the past and I feel like the quality of the photos was really impressive for an instant camera. "

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    Introducing the ultimate in classic style - the instax mini 41 instant camera. With sleek easy-to-use features and a truly timeless design, you’re all set for a unique and stylish photography experience. Take the built-in Selfie Mirror positioned next to the Lens for example. Paired with Close-up Mode, taking a selfie is simplicity at its finest. Simply align yourself in the mirror and enjoy being ‘in-the-moment’, especially with Automatic Flash Control. Close-up Mode also gives you the added bonus of capturing centered close-up images thanks to the benefits of Parallax Correction. Essentially, the Viewfinder adjusts the position of the ‘focus’ mark to the lower left of the frame. We’re only talking a few millimeters, but it makes all the difference. And to keep shooting casual, but intentional, the instax mini 41 instant camera automatically adjusts its shutter speed to your environment for ideal photos. Because capturing the perfect shot is far more important than thinking about adjusting any settings. Then there’s the looks. Even the toughest critic will be quietly pleased with this blend of vintage charm and modern craftsmanship. The textured, tactile body is great for grip, and the subtle metallic-like finish and orange color accents add a subtle touch of elegance. For aesthetically pleasing photos with minimum effort, look no further than the instax mini 41 instant camera. From an easy-to-operate lens design to Automatic Exposure Control that adjusts to the ambient lighting, this is one instant camera built for effortless action.
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    Your price for this item is $106.99
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  5. Minolta - ProShot MN67Z 20.0 Megapixel Bridge Camera with 67x Optical Zoom Lens - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "This camera meets my needs better than prior cameras....This camera is a very nice device to take on vacations. "

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    Minolta's MN67Z Bridge Camera features a long-reaching 67x optical zoom along with versatile recording capabilities in a small and compact body. Its 20.68MP BSI CMOS sensor enables high-resolution stills shooting and 1080P FHD video recording with low noise and sensitivity from ISO 100-3200 as well as SD 640x480p video in high-speed 120 fps. The expansive zoom covers a 23.4-1568mm equivalent focal length range for working with subjects both near and far and is complemented by a 4x digital zoom that sets the combined total at 268x magnification. Optical image stabilization helps minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, which can be paramount when shooting at extremely long focal lengths. The rear of the camera features an electronic viewfinder (EVF) with adjuatable diopter, 3.0" 920k-dot LCD monitor for easy review and composition of your images that’s fully articulated allowing you to compose selfies and vlogging videos with ease. Built-in Wi-Fi is available for image transfer and the included 16GB SD card ensures your pictures remain safely stored even without a wireless connection.
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    "This camera meets my needs better than prior cameras....This camera is a very nice device to take on vacations. "

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    Minolta's MN67Z Bridge Camera features a long-reaching 67x optical zoom along with versatile recording capabilities in a small and compact body. Its 20.68MP BSI CMOS sensor enables high-resolution stills shooting and 1080P FHD video recording with low noise and sensitivity from ISO 100-3200 as well as SD 640x480p video in high-speed 120 fps. The expansive zoom covers a 23.4-1568mm equivalent focal length range for working with subjects both near and far and is complemented by a 4x digital zoom that sets the combined total at 268x magnification. Optical image stabilization helps minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, which can be paramount when shooting at extremely long focal lengths. The rear of the camera features an electronic viewfinder (EVF) with adjuatable diopter, 3.0" 920k-dot LCD monitor for easy review and composition of your images that’s fully articulated allowing you to compose selfies and vlogging videos with ease. Built-in Wi-Fi is available for image transfer and the included 16GB SD card ensures your pictures remain safely stored even without a wireless connection.
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    Your price for this item is $399.99
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  6. Kodak - PIXPRO FZ55-BK - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: FZ55-BK
    SKU: 6526125
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    "I love this camera, comes in handing, a good travel size, good quality...The best quality-price option...I love this camera! It's very good quality for the price. It's great for travel and easy to use."

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    5X Optical Zoom Compact Digital Camera
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    "I love this camera, comes in handing, a good travel size, good quality...The best quality-price option...I love this camera! It's very good quality for the price. It's great for travel and easy to use."

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    5X Optical Zoom Compact Digital Camera
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    Your price for this item is $139.99
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  7. Fujifilm - instax mini 12 Instant Film Camera - Lilac Purple - Front_Zoom
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    "Great camera...Great camera to capture memories and trips. Great travel camera...It is perfect for our travels and capturing memories!"

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    The super bubbly INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is bursting with joy, creativity and color. Not only is this iconic instant camera available in five super cute and appealing tones – Pastel Blue, Mint Green, Blossom Pink, Lilac Purple and Clay White – it’s fully loaded with easy-to-use modes and controls. Designed to keep up with life, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is ready to go with a simple twist of the lens. Twist again and you’re in Close-up mode, perfect for selfies. Combined with the perfectly positioned selfie mirror, automatic flash control and INSTAX MINI instant photos, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is a selfie extraordinaire. But that’s not all the Close-up mode can do. When activated, the viewfinder neatly pairs up with the lens, so what you see is what you get – no object shifts in your final INSTAX photo! (FYI the fancy term for this is parallax correction.) Because when you’re this close, there’s no room for error. Plus, with automatic exposure, you can simply aim and click. No need to adjust any settings, just simply fun photos every time. And with that in mind, once you have snapped, your INSTAX MINI instant photo will eject in five seconds (development time approximately 90 seconds). All without compromising on image quality. That deserves high fives all around. When you’re finished capturing memories, twist the lens again to turn the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera off. But the fun doesn’t end there. Download the free INSTAX UP! App for a new way to keep all your INSTAX photos digitally, in one place. All you have to do is use the App to scan your physical INSTAX photos with your Smartphone and they’ll be turned into sharable, digital photos that you can edit, tag and save. Ready to twist & go?
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    "Great camera...Great camera to capture memories and trips. Great travel camera...It is perfect for our travels and capturing memories!"

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    The super bubbly INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is bursting with joy, creativity and color. Not only is this iconic instant camera available in five super cute and appealing tones – Pastel Blue, Mint Green, Blossom Pink, Lilac Purple and Clay White – it’s fully loaded with easy-to-use modes and controls. Designed to keep up with life, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is ready to go with a simple twist of the lens. Twist again and you’re in Close-up mode, perfect for selfies. Combined with the perfectly positioned selfie mirror, automatic flash control and INSTAX MINI instant photos, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is a selfie extraordinaire. But that’s not all the Close-up mode can do. When activated, the viewfinder neatly pairs up with the lens, so what you see is what you get – no object shifts in your final INSTAX photo! (FYI the fancy term for this is parallax correction.) Because when you’re this close, there’s no room for error. Plus, with automatic exposure, you can simply aim and click. No need to adjust any settings, just simply fun photos every time. And with that in mind, once you have snapped, your INSTAX MINI instant photo will eject in five seconds (development time approximately 90 seconds). All without compromising on image quality. That deserves high fives all around. When you’re finished capturing memories, twist the lens again to turn the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera off. But the fun doesn’t end there. Download the free INSTAX UP! App for a new way to keep all your INSTAX photos digitally, in one place. All you have to do is use the App to scan your physical INSTAX photos with your Smartphone and they’ll be turned into sharable, digital photos that you can edit, tag and save. Ready to twist & go?
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  8. Fujifilm - instax mini 12 Instant Film Camera - Mint Green - Front_Zoom
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    "Best camera...It’s an amazing camera!! Have the best moments captured for life....Great camera...My grand-daughter loves this little camera. We got matching cameras ( all but the differences in color) for my daughter and my grand-daughter, and they both love them. "

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    The super bubbly INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is bursting with joy, creativity and color. Not only is this iconic instant camera available in five super cute and appealing tones – Pastel Blue, Mint Green, Blossom Pink, Lilac Purple and Clay White – it’s fully loaded with easy-to-use modes and controls. Designed to keep up with life, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is ready to go with a simple twist of the lens. Twist again and you’re in Close-up mode, perfect for selfies. Combined with the perfectly positioned selfie mirror, automatic flash control and INSTAX MINI instant photos, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is a selfie extraordinaire. But that’s not all the Close-up mode can do. When activated, the viewfinder neatly pairs up with the lens, so what you see is what you get – no object shifts in your final INSTAX photo! (FYI the fancy term for this is parallax correction.) Because when you’re this close, there’s no room for error. Plus, with automatic exposure, you can simply aim and click. No need to adjust any settings, just simply fun photos every time. And with that in mind, once you have snapped, your INSTAX MINI instant photo will eject in five seconds (development time approximately 90 seconds). All without compromising on image quality. That deserves high fives all around. When you’re finished capturing memories, twist the lens again to turn the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera off. But the fun doesn’t end there. Download the free INSTAX UP! App for a new way to keep all your INSTAX photos digitally, in one place. All you have to do is use the App to scan your physical INSTAX photos with your Smartphone and they’ll be turned into sharable, digital photos that you can edit, tag and save. Ready to twist & go?
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    "Best camera...It’s an amazing camera!! Have the best moments captured for life....Great camera...My grand-daughter loves this little camera. We got matching cameras ( all but the differences in color) for my daughter and my grand-daughter, and they both love them. "

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    The super bubbly INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is bursting with joy, creativity and color. Not only is this iconic instant camera available in five super cute and appealing tones – Pastel Blue, Mint Green, Blossom Pink, Lilac Purple and Clay White – it’s fully loaded with easy-to-use modes and controls. Designed to keep up with life, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is ready to go with a simple twist of the lens. Twist again and you’re in Close-up mode, perfect for selfies. Combined with the perfectly positioned selfie mirror, automatic flash control and INSTAX MINI instant photos, the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera is a selfie extraordinaire. But that’s not all the Close-up mode can do. When activated, the viewfinder neatly pairs up with the lens, so what you see is what you get – no object shifts in your final INSTAX photo! (FYI the fancy term for this is parallax correction.) Because when you’re this close, there’s no room for error. Plus, with automatic exposure, you can simply aim and click. No need to adjust any settings, just simply fun photos every time. And with that in mind, once you have snapped, your INSTAX MINI instant photo will eject in five seconds (development time approximately 90 seconds). All without compromising on image quality. That deserves high fives all around. When you’re finished capturing memories, twist the lens again to turn the INSTAX MINI 12 instant camera off. But the fun doesn’t end there. Download the free INSTAX UP! App for a new way to keep all your INSTAX photos digitally, in one place. All you have to do is use the App to scan your physical INSTAX photos with your Smartphone and they’ll be turned into sharable, digital photos that you can edit, tag and save. Ready to twist & go?
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  9. DJI - Osmo Action 4 4K Action Camera Standard Bundle - Gray - Angle_Zoom
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    "Best travel camera on market !...Excellent camera ! Best travel camera on market ! I uses this camera in critical negative temperatures! ...Best Travel camera. Small, comes with a case, and takes awesome pictures and videos. "

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    Capture the raw exhilaration of any moment with striking image quality and unmatched flexibility, even when the lights dim. Osmo Action 4 empowers thrill-seekers to record it all, share the rush, and set the tone.
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    "Best travel camera on market !...Excellent camera ! Best travel camera on market ! I uses this camera in critical negative temperatures! ...Best Travel camera. Small, comes with a case, and takes awesome pictures and videos. "

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    Capture the raw exhilaration of any moment with striking image quality and unmatched flexibility, even when the lights dim. Osmo Action 4 empowers thrill-seekers to record it all, share the rush, and set the tone.
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    Your price for this item is $209.99
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  10. Insta360 - Ace Pro AI-Powered Waterproof Action Camera - Black - Angle_Zoom
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    "Great camera for travel...Amazing Travel Camera...This combination of portability and ease of use makes it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced users. Perfect little travel camera!"

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    Equipped with a 1/1.3" sensor for spectacular image quality, the insta360 Ace Pro combines traditional action camera robustness with exceptional ease-of-use and smart functionality.
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    "Great camera for travel...Amazing Travel Camera...This combination of portability and ease of use makes it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced users. Perfect little travel camera!"

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    Equipped with a 1/1.3" sensor for spectacular image quality, the insta360 Ace Pro combines traditional action camera robustness with exceptional ease-of-use and smart functionality.
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    Your price for this item is $239.99
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