This range of cameras are widely available in the market as many consumers look for digital camera which is reliable and can outperform a regular smartphone. The most common type of cameras available under this price range is point and shoot type which is also referred to the compact camera category. Not only beginner level photographers, more experienced professionals who would ideally opt for cameras such as Canon EOS cameras will also consider purchasing such a budget friendly model to keep as a secondary camera due to its easy handling and compact nature.
The top performers in the space of best point and shoot cameras under 200 dollars come from leading brands such as Samsung, Canon, Panasonic, Sony, Fuji and Nikon. These brands are highly trusted brands by consumers which have been in the industry for decades, hence offer user the ability to choose between various models and designs according to their specific requirements.
One of the best-selling models currently available in the market is the Samsung WB350F. When this camera was initially released it started off at a slightly higher price point, but with time the price has dropped making this one of the most affordable cameras with highly desirable features any photographer would like to have. With 16.3 MP resolution and 21x optical zoom, this camera is capable of capturing high quality images. In addition it also can record 1080p full HD videos which is a useful feature to have. Other similar camera options to consider include:
For those who are looking for superior photo quality which surpasses that which can be achieved through the more economical point and shoot cameras, the leading manufacturer of photographic equipment, Canon introduces its range of Canon EOS cameras. These cameras fall under the category of DSLR camera and are available at a much higher price point. To justify the significant increase in price these cameras offer much more superior features and image quality which differentiates it from the other cheaper models. The camera is supported by a high performance full frame CMOS sensor and boasts of 30.4MP resolution and 61 point auto focus ability.
Writer is Greg Stefaniak