Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for digital cameras under $300.
If you're looking for a new point-and-shoot camera, you've likely noticed that there are more models than ever before. The technology has improved, the prices have dropped, and the features have multiplied. Whether you're looking for a camera to take on vacation, to use while capturing your child's first steps, or to start building a family photo album, we've got you covered. Browse the top-ranked list of digital cameras under $300 below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Vivitar - Digital Camcorder
Model: DVR5K-BLK-STK-4SKU: 6516943Top comment"Nice little camera for my sister-in-law she loves cameras. She’s been using it a lot to video tape and she loves it. ...Decent little digital camera for the price. Nothing fancy but serves purpose....Camera"
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Capture memories as they happen—day or night—with the Vivitar 4K HD Digital Camcorder. Record 4K HD videos and take 48 megapixel still images with clarity and ease thanks to the 3.0" IPS touch high definition TFT-LCD(16:9)screen. 16x super digital zoom helps you get closer to the action, while a built-in infrared light provides the ability to shoot in both low-light and nighttime conditions.Top comment"Nice little camera for my sister-in-law she loves cameras. She’s been using it a lot to video tape and she loves it. ...Decent little digital camera for the price. Nothing fancy but serves purpose....Camera"
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Capture memories as they happen—day or night—with the Vivitar 4K HD Digital Camcorder. Record 4K HD videos and take 48 megapixel still images with clarity and ease thanks to the 3.0" IPS touch high definition TFT-LCD(16:9)screen. 16x super digital zoom helps you get closer to the action, while a built-in infrared light provides the ability to shoot in both low-light and nighttime conditions.See all 4K CamcordersYour price for this item is $149.99Kodak - PIXPRO FZ55 16.4 Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Model: FZ55-BKSKU: 6526125See all Point & Shoot CamerasYour price for this item is $119.99Konica Minolta - MN40WP 48.0 Megapixel Waterproof Digital Camera - Blue
Model: MN40WP-BLSKU: 6530063See all Point & Shoot CamerasYour price for this item is $149.99Ricoh - WG-80 16.0 Megapixel Waterproof Digital Camera - Black
Model: 03123SKU: 6508466Top comment"So if you can buy the WG70 for cheaper just get it. It’s the same camera."
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Tough and versatile, the Ricoh WG-80 is a compact, durable, and flexible point-and-shoot designed for everyday and extreme adventures alike. A reinforced physical construction renders it waterproof for depths up to 45.9' and shockproof from heights of 5.2', as well as freeze, crush, and dustproof. In regard to imaging capabilities, the WG-80 features a 16MP 1/2.3" back-illuminated CMOS sensor, which enables high-resolution stills shooting and Full HD 1080p video recording, as well as a sensitivity range up to ISO 6400 to suit working in a variety of situations. A 5x optical zoom lens also contributes to this flexibility, which covers a wide-angle to telephoto 28-140mm equivalent focal length range, and is complemented by Pixel Track, Movie, and Digital SR modes to help realize sharper imagery when shooting handheld. Additionally, the WG-80 also incorporates a 2.7" 230k-dot LCD monitor, which uses an Outdoor View Setting mode for improved visibility in bright lighting conditions, and six LED lights also surround the lens to help illuminate close-up subjects when working with the Digital Microscope mode. Featuring a 16MP 1/2.3" BSI CMOS sensor, the WG-80 is capable of recording high-resolution stills and Full HD 1080p video to 30 fps. The sensor also affords a sensitivity range of ISO 125-6400, for working in a variety of lighting conditions, and its back-illuminated design helps to reduce noise for improved clarity and color fidelity.Top comment"So if you can buy the WG70 for cheaper just get it. It’s the same camera."
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Tough and versatile, the Ricoh WG-80 is a compact, durable, and flexible point-and-shoot designed for everyday and extreme adventures alike. A reinforced physical construction renders it waterproof for depths up to 45.9' and shockproof from heights of 5.2', as well as freeze, crush, and dustproof. In regard to imaging capabilities, the WG-80 features a 16MP 1/2.3" back-illuminated CMOS sensor, which enables high-resolution stills shooting and Full HD 1080p video recording, as well as a sensitivity range up to ISO 6400 to suit working in a variety of situations. A 5x optical zoom lens also contributes to this flexibility, which covers a wide-angle to telephoto 28-140mm equivalent focal length range, and is complemented by Pixel Track, Movie, and Digital SR modes to help realize sharper imagery when shooting handheld. Additionally, the WG-80 also incorporates a 2.7" 230k-dot LCD monitor, which uses an Outdoor View Setting mode for improved visibility in bright lighting conditions, and six LED lights also surround the lens to help illuminate close-up subjects when working with the Digital Microscope mode. Featuring a 16MP 1/2.3" BSI CMOS sensor, the WG-80 is capable of recording high-resolution stills and Full HD 1080p video to 30 fps. The sensor also affords a sensitivity range of ISO 125-6400, for working in a variety of lighting conditions, and its back-illuminated design helps to reduce noise for improved clarity and color fidelity.See all Action CamerasYour price for this item is $279.99The previous price was $329.99Ricoh - WG-80 16.0 Megapixel Waterproof Digital Camera - Orange
Model: 03128SKU: 6508471See all Action CamerasYour price for this item is $279.99The previous price was $329.99Polaroid - 16MP Waterproof Digital Camera - Red
Model: IS048-RED-STK-4SKU: 6459733See all Point & Shoot CamerasProduct Description
The Polaroid iS048 digital camera is the perfect adventure companion. At 16 MP, you can capture great images on-the-go and then preview them on the 2.4" preview screen. Small and lightweight, it is easy to slip into your pocket so you're ready to capture the next perfect moment, even if that is underwater! The Polaroid iS048 is completely waterproof up to 10 ft so feel free to jump into a pool or lake! Save your memories to a micro SD card (not included) for easy transfer to your computer or mobile device and then you can share them with all your family and friends.See all Point & Shoot CamerasProduct Description
The Polaroid iS048 digital camera is the perfect adventure companion. At 16 MP, you can capture great images on-the-go and then preview them on the 2.4" preview screen. Small and lightweight, it is easy to slip into your pocket so you're ready to capture the next perfect moment, even if that is underwater! The Polaroid iS048 is completely waterproof up to 10 ft so feel free to jump into a pool or lake! Save your memories to a micro SD card (not included) for easy transfer to your computer or mobile device and then you can share them with all your family and friends.See all Point & Shoot CamerasYour price for this item is $49.99Konica Minolta - MND50 4K Video 48.0 Megapixel Digitial Camera - Black
Model: MND50-BKSKU: 6530060Top comment"I really like the functions on this camera. I will give it the full testing on vacation in March."
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The Minolta MND50 is a simple and fun camera capable of producing high-resolution images and ultra clear 4K UHD video even in a compact package. This convenient and compact device can cover a variety of shooting situations with its crystal clear lens and 16x digital zoom. Thanks to a strong and accurate sensor, the MND50 can extract 48-megapixel photos and 4k/60p video. The 3.0" 230k-dot IPS LCD screen at the rear and built-in pop-up flash lets you review and compose your images with ease. It features a single SD card slot comes preloaded with a 32GB SD and it's compatible with any SD card with up to 128GB of capacity, while intelligent scene modes with adjustbale Mode dial help ensure you get the best image. Fully expandable to allow you to add a 3.5mm microphone with its extra I/O ports and 52mm front lens diameter threading to attach auxiliary lenses and filters.Top comment"I really like the functions on this camera. I will give it the full testing on vacation in March."
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The Minolta MND50 is a simple and fun camera capable of producing high-resolution images and ultra clear 4K UHD video even in a compact package. This convenient and compact device can cover a variety of shooting situations with its crystal clear lens and 16x digital zoom. Thanks to a strong and accurate sensor, the MND50 can extract 48-megapixel photos and 4k/60p video. The 3.0" 230k-dot IPS LCD screen at the rear and built-in pop-up flash lets you review and compose your images with ease. It features a single SD card slot comes preloaded with a 32GB SD and it's compatible with any SD card with up to 128GB of capacity, while intelligent scene modes with adjustbale Mode dial help ensure you get the best image. Fully expandable to allow you to add a 3.5mm microphone with its extra I/O ports and 52mm front lens diameter threading to attach auxiliary lenses and filters.See all Point & Shoot CamerasYour price for this item is $144.99The previous price was $169.99Polaroid - 16MP Waterproof Digital Camera - Teal
Model: IS048-TEAL-STK-4SKU: 6459734Top comment"Pass on this camera...Spend the extra money and purchase a real digital camera. Great for kids but thats all...Polaroid Digital...Great camera...would recommend. Am elderly and this is very easy to use."
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The Polaroid iS048 digital camera is the perfect adventure companion. At 16 MP, you can capture great images on-the-go and then preview them on the 2.4" preview screen. Small and lightweight, it is easy to slip into your pocket so you're ready to capture the next perfect moment, even if that is underwater! The Polaroid iS048 is completely waterproof up to 10 ft so feel free to jump into a pool or lake! Save your memories to a micro SD card (not included) for easy transfer to your computer or mobile device and then you can share them with all your family and friends.Top comment"Pass on this camera...Spend the extra money and purchase a real digital camera. Great for kids but thats all...Polaroid Digital...Great camera...would recommend. Am elderly and this is very easy to use."
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The Polaroid iS048 digital camera is the perfect adventure companion. At 16 MP, you can capture great images on-the-go and then preview them on the 2.4" preview screen. Small and lightweight, it is easy to slip into your pocket so you're ready to capture the next perfect moment, even if that is underwater! The Polaroid iS048 is completely waterproof up to 10 ft so feel free to jump into a pool or lake! Save your memories to a micro SD card (not included) for easy transfer to your computer or mobile device and then you can share them with all your family and friends.See all Point & Shoot CamerasYour price for this item is $49.99Canon - PowerShot ELPH 360 20.2-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Model: 1075C001SKU: 4866801Top comment"Digital Cameras...the best camera ever and being easy to use and fast transfer too...Digital camera...Excellent affordable camera for every day work useage"
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Capture sharp photos during your next vacation with this Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 digital camera, which features a 3" color LCD screen, so you can review your photos before sharing. The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor ensures clear images. ..Top comment"Digital Cameras...the best camera ever and being easy to use and fast transfer too...Digital camera...Excellent affordable camera for every day work useage"
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Capture sharp photos during your next vacation with this Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 digital camera, which features a 3" color LCD screen, so you can review your photos before sharing. The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor ensures clear images. ..See all Point & Shoot CamerasYour price for this item is $239.99Canon - PowerShot ELPH 360 20.2-Megapixel Digital Camera - Purple
Model: 1081C001SKU: 4866802Top comment"Great Lightweight Digital Camera...This camera is perfect for what it is. Not as convenient as a phone, but higher quality. ...My daughter needed a new camera as she lost her's. She likes canon cameras, so I went with this one as it had all the qualities she wanted in a new camera."
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Capture sharp photos during your next vacation with this Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 digital camera, which features a 3" color LCD screen, so you can review your photos before sharing. The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor ensures clear images. ..Top comment"Great Lightweight Digital Camera...This camera is perfect for what it is. Not as convenient as a phone, but higher quality. ...My daughter needed a new camera as she lost her's. She likes canon cameras, so I went with this one as it had all the qualities she wanted in a new camera."
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Capture sharp photos during your next vacation with this Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 digital camera, which features a 3" color LCD screen, so you can review your photos before sharing. The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor ensures clear images. ..See all Point & Shoot CamerasYour price for this item is $239.99