Looking for a good, inexpensive camera?
Below are links to good cameras in the lower price range. They have interchangeable lenses. There are many better cameras than these, especially ones that produce higher-quality images in low-light situations and cameras that produce images with more pixels. These cameras are good cameras for beginners who want all the basics.
Mirrorless cameras are smaller cameras and lighter weight. However, some of my students had trouble finding and using the smaller buttons.
The cameras listed below and similar cameras can be purchased from many dealers, including Cameras Etc. in Newark, Delaware and Precision Camera in Austin, Texas, both of which I have been using for decades.
Suggested Cameras as of April 26, 2026.
- SONY CYBER-SHOT
- CANON EOS REBEL
- NIKON D3500 DSLR body with one lens
- CANON EOS mirrorless camera with one lens
- PANASONIC LUMIX Mirrorless body with one lens
Used Camera Equipment
Many dealers offer used camera equipment. I have used KEH Camera for many years with good results. They also buy equipment.
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