And don't worry, these are below $100 and will definitely fit in your budget.

#1: Nikon Coolpix L22 12.0MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD

Feature Highlights
- Boasts 12.0 megapixels allowing you to make print pictures that are up to 16 x 20 inches.
- 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens (37mm to 134mm) together with the bright 3.0-inch LCD makes taking pictures even from afar a piece of cake.
- Comes with its guns blazing…boasting an Easy Auto Mode with Scene Auto Selector. Not to mention you can capture 640 x 480 movies together with sound that are at 30 frames per second.

Nikon Coolpix L22 12.0MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Black) List Price: $129.95 Sale Price: $89.00 You save: $40.95 (32%) Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days   Eligible for free shipping! 14 new from $89.00  7 used from $64.76

The 3-way VR Image Stabilization System, EXPEED Image Processing, Smart Portrait System, and more make taking high quality and crystal clear pictures a piece of cake!

Thanks to this point and shoot camera from Nikon, which boasts 12 MGP, a zoom (3.6x), LCD screen of 3.0 inches, and more, immortalizing those great memories through pictures is now fun and easy.

What I really love about the CoolPix L22 is its Smart Portrait System. This feature will fix read eye, detect faces, and when it detects that your subjects are smiling, it will fire its shutter. Even better, it will warn you if your subjects blink. To put it in simpler words, you’re being hand-held by this feature to help you get GREAT portraits!

#2: Panasonic DMC-F2K Lumix 10.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom

- Has whopping 10 mega pixels and beefed up with a display resolution of 230,000 pixels.
- It has an LCD and TFT screen display of 2.5 inches.
- Has more than enough memory for your pictures – 50 MB built in memory and comes with an SD card slot for further expansion and more memory.
- 33 to 132 mm focal length and has a Lumix DC Vario Lens.
- Choose from 2 types of zoom – 4x optical zoom or 4x digital zoom.

Panasonic DMC-F2K Lumix 10.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom (Black) List Price: $109.95

What made me drool over this 10 megapixel camera is its zoom – 4x optical zoom! Now, when your subject is far away and you need more zooming power, just use the 7.8 Extra Optical Zoom when you are shooting at 3 mega pixels.

The Auto Scene Mode – this is another feature that newbies will surely LOVE! The advanced detection system of the Auto Scene Mode works in the background and will automatically and simultaneously tweak your settings and optimize it. YES, with the Panasonic DMC F2K, you can focus more on having fun while taking pictures than fixing the settings.

#3: Kodak EasyShare C182 Digital Camera

- Has a whopping resolution of 12 megapixels.
- Comes with 3x optical zoom together with a 3 inch LCD screen.
- Its Smart Capture instantly and automatically identifies the scene that fits the shot and tweaks the camera’s settings with no hassle or problem at all!
- Save your images on your SD or SDHC memory cards. (NOTE: These are NOT included in the package by the way.)

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With the Kodak EasyShare C182, taking BIG and BEAUTIFUL pictures is NOT just easy…it’s really affordable, too!

The EasyShare C182 is one of the MOST affordable point and shoot cameras out there, and the quality it delivers is anything BUT cheap. The 12 megapixel resolution makes sure you can see those pictures in amazing detail!

Now, what made me fall in love with this Kodak camera is its Smart Capture. This makes taking those extraordinary pictures ABC-easy. No need to find the right settings. This feature works in the background to get the job done for you.

If you like the best bang for your buck, this is one of the cameras to check out.

#4: Nikon Coolpix S4000 12.0MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3.0-Inch Touch-Panel LCD

- Has a whopping resolution of 12.0 megapixels. This gives you enough detail and color for printing pictures that are as large as 16 x 20 inches.
- The bright3.0 inch touch panel LCD, Sensitive Response Touch Panel, Touch Shutter, together with the Auto Focus makes it damn easy to take pictures even if you are a newbie.
- 4x wide angle Zoom beefed up with Nikkor Glass Lens.
- This isn’t an ordinary camera…you can record high definition movies at 720 pixels that are at 24 frames per second.
- Comes with the tried and tested 4 way VR Image Stabilization System and Smart Portrait System.

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A resolution of 12.0 megapixels, 4x wide angle zoom and Nikkor Glass Lens, 3.0 inch and high resolution HVGA touch panel LCD that comes with sensitive touch – there’s nothing more you can ask from this camera! PLUS with image stabilizing features and Smart Portrait System, even newbies can take great looking pics with this camera.

The Auto Scene Selector also analyzes the scene you are taking…ON THE FLY! It makes automatic adjustments on the settings. All you have to do is point, touch, and VIOLA! You now have great looking pictures that will make those fun memories last forever.

#5:Nikon Coolpix S3000 12.0MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom Electronic Vibration Reduction (VR) and 2.7-Inch LCD

- Boasting a resolution of 12.0 megapixels, achieving stunning prints that are 16 by 20 inches is a piece of cake for this Nikon point and shoot camera.
- 3.6x Zoom Nikkor Glass Lens, combine this with the bright and clear 3.0 inch LCD, taking pictures, no matter what time of the day, is a piece of cake.
- The Easy Auto Mode together with the Auto Scene Selector makes it easy to find the right settings for your shots. Not to mention you can capture 640 by 480 movies together with sound at 30 frames per second.
- 3 MORE smart ways for getting nice and great looking pics – 4 Way VR Image Stabilization System, EXPEED Image Processing, and Smart Portrait System.

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The last 3 features mentioned above – they make this point and shoot camera a MUST HAVE! The EXPEED Image Processing and the 4 Way Image Stabilization System allows you to take incredible pictures REALLY easy and without being bothered by the right settings as the camera works on the fly to tweak it.

The Smart Portrait System, on the other hand, enables you to get great portraits of smiling faces, right skin tones, MINUS the red eye and blink. The feature automatically notifies you when one of your subjects are blinking…making sure that you press that button on the PERFECT moment.

It has a 7.0 megapixel CCD to capture high-resolution images and a 3x optical and a 4x digital zoom to capture highly detailed and sharp close-ups and long shots. Its brilliant 2.5 inch color LCD is super easy to read in the bright sunlight. The Insignia NS-DSC7B09 comes equipped with an on-board Digital Image Stabilizer which will eliminate blurred images and can save shots that might have otherwise been deleted due to poor lighting conditions.

There is an impressive selection of 10 different scene modes to choose from covering all the most common mode situations you'll be faced with. You have the choice of operating the Insignia NS-DSC7B09 in either the auto exposure modes or manual mode and it has white balance controls so that your photos achieve their natural tones under differing lighting conditions. Your photos will look exactly like the image you saw.

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Five flash modes are offered ranging from auto to red eye reduction for getting that perfect shot no matter what light you have. Face detection technology is also built right in, and the Insignia NS-DSC7B09 tracks, frames focuses and then optimizes exposure to give you the very best possible portraits with extreme clarity.

Recording videos is fun and easy on the Insignia NS-DSC7B09. Record AVI videos with audio at 640x480 or 320x240 modes. Videos are sharp and clear with great sound. You also will receive a decent amount of memory space on the Insignia NS-DSC7B09 as it has 16 MB of internal memory and supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity and MultiMediaCared memory cards should you choose to expand.

The Insignia NS-DSC7B09 is a reliable, stylish, afforable and easy to use digital camera.

Perfect for everyday use, the SD770 IS PowerShot offers you an 3x optical zoom and an optical image stabilizer. The optical image stabilizer on the SD 770 eliminates blurred photos and gives you great images in low light conditions.

The Canon SD770 IS PowerShot ELPH has a big 2.5 inch PureColor LCD II screen that provides bright and accurate color with a wide range of angled viewing.

This compact camera offers you a big 10.0 megapixels of power in a slim and stylish body. You can select between either a black bezel design with a metallic sheen or a shiny silver bezel.

Each and every one of your images will be rich in detail. With the built-in face detection feature, the camera recognizes faces in a scene and concentrates the exposure and focus on them, so that you get natural skin tones. You can even highlight one face among several, and the camera concentrates on that face, even if they are moving.

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With its on board motion detection technology, the SD 770 IS evaluates how fast the subject is moving then sets the optimal exposure and ISO settings to be sure the image is clear and sharp.

Sharing your images is easy too with the SD 770. Just press the Print/Share button, connect the camera to a printer and print! Or use this feature to transfers your images directly to your PC.

The Canon SD 770 IS PowerShot ELPH is a great camera that is small, portable and packed with all the great features that makes Canon a leader in digital photography. If you're snap-happy, the SD 770 is ready to perform for you wherever you may take it.

The PowerShot SD1100IS offers you 8.0 megapixels with an 3x optical zoom. Your images will be sharp and have vivid colors that inspire.

The great Canon Face Detection Technology is embedded in the SD1100IS that will recognize faces in the frame and set the exposure and focus to optimize the subject and give you natural skin tones. Highlighting just one face in the scene is possible too, as the camera will concentrate on that face, even if they are moving.

Choose from 18 shooting modes, including 9 special scene modes to be sure you're getting only the absolute best results with this smart little Canon.

The 2.5 inch PureColor LCD II screen is bright and colorful and gives you excellent control when framing your shots.

The embedded DIGIC III technology promises the sharpest images possible and the camera will operate at top efficiency which makes your battery last a long time.

The SD 1100IS PowerShot has a motion detection system built right in the reduces blur by calculating your subject's movement and then it sets the ideal exposure and ISO settings. This gives you time to concentrate on what's important-your subjects and not the camera.

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When it's time to share your images with friends and family, just press the Print/Share button, connect the camera to a printer and you're on the way to getting amazing prints that are suitable for framing. Or simply use this button to upload the images directly to your computer.

The Canon SD 1100IS PowerShot ELPH performs and it performs in a big way. This sharp, stylish and great digital camera is priced so that it won't take more than a nibble from your wallet.

The J10 carries Fujifilm's Picture Stabilization Technology to eliminate blurry images caused by an unsteady hand or subject movement and optimizes the lighting factor so that all of your shots are great.

You get a broad choice of scene modes that ensures your photos will all be top quality in any shooting condition with the FUJIFILM J10.

The CCD sensor is 1/2.5 inches and is super clear and has great color.

If you love to capture videos, be sure to take the FUJIFILM J10 FinePix along to the next big game. You can take crisp and clear video at the rate of 30 frames per second with sound.

This compact J10 is easy to take along, plus it looks great too! It weighs just 3.9 ounces and is 3.8 inches wide, 2.2 high and just less than an inch thin. Choose from black or silver.

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This camera can be easily used by a beginner and has enough features loaded inside to satisfy even the most experienced shutterbug. You get a wide variety of shooting modes to choose from and each mode is explained on the big LCD. The icon-based help screen lets you take great shots without having to make multiple settings.

You're provided with an internal memory of 8MB and have the option of expanding for more space, as the J10 can be used with xD expansion cards.

The FUJIFILM J10 FinePix digital camera is very affordable and takes great shots. It has all of the features you'd expect in a fine digital compact camera.

Now that you have chosen your favorite color, let's take a look inside. 10.3 megapixels and a 3x zoom is offered on the Kodak M1063 EasyShare. That's plenty of power for you to make stunning prints up to 30x40 inches. The Kodak AF 3x optical aspheric lens captures nothing but crisp and clear details. The on board 5x digital zoom enlarges your photos even more.

You're able to capture stunning HD pictures in a 16:9 format and view them in high definition on an HDTV or other high definition devices.

Portrait-shooting is a blast with the M1063 with the face detection that's embedded. The camera locates the faces in the frame and automatically adjusts the settings to optimize the shot.

Keep the fun going and switch to video mode. You can record continuous VGA video at 15 frames per second with sound and on-camera editing.

When the party's over, tell your story in your own style using the multimedia slideshow feature. Add a bit of sound to the show and choose from a variety of themes.

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You get a full 16 MB of internal memory on the Kodak M1063 EasyShare. If the memory becomes full while you're shooting, just switch to in-camera memory quickly so you don't miss a single shot.

Sharing your photos is simple and fun with the M1063. Transfer your photos to your computer with just a touch of a button so you can send them along in emails or print them out.

The stylish and fun Kodak M1063 is easy to use, it's affordable and it's got great features. You'll love sharing every photo you snap with the M1063!

You're offered 9.2 megapixels and a 3x digital zoom, a 5x optical zoom that makes darn sure that your photos will be nothing short than stunning. They're so good in fact, that you'll be able to print them up to a full 30 by 40 inches.

You'll be capturing crisp and clear photos on every snap of the shutter thanks to the advanced features such as the built-in face detection function. The camera will seek out the faces in the frame and adjust its brightness and focus to capture them in natural colors and with supreme clarity.

Blurring images are a thing of the past too with the Kodak C913 EasyShare. This camera's software detects a shaking hand and rejects it-leaving you with super-focused shots, no matter what.

The big 2.4 inch color display can be viewed indoors or out and is seen by nearly every angle you hold the camera in.

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Love to shoot videos? It's easy with the C913 EasyShare. Capture life in motion with continuous VGA video with sound and on-camera editing.

You're offered multiple scene modes so that no matter where you are, the conditions will be 'just right' for the Kodak C913. Show off your creativity too with the three different color modes: black and white, color and sepia.

The C913 has 16 MB of internal memory and if that fills up, just switch to in-camera memory and you'll not miss a shot. The storage space is expandable too with its SD/SDHC card expansion slot.

If you want a fun, high-tech, easy to use digital camera that will give you great results, the Kodak C913 EasyShare can fulfill that need. Choose it from three colors: silver, purple or pink.

The SX10 IS Powershot by Canon is a very impressive camera. It uses a VCM (Voice Coil Motor) for fast, quiet and energy-efficient lens movement with precision control.

Canon's Optical Image Stabilization Technology is embedded in the SX10 IS. This automatically detects and corrects camera shake, even if you are zoomed in-you'll get brilliant and clear photos every time.

You're offered a large 2.5 inch Vari-angle LCD that is bright and super clear and there's a handy viewfinder on the SX10 IS that is missing on most digitals these days.

Shooting home movies is fun and easy with the SX10 IS Powershot. You can record video at 30 frames per second in either 640x480 or 320x240 pixel size. You can start shooting a movie by simply pressing one button on the back of the camera, so you'll never miss any of the action.

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You have full control over exposure with the Program, Manual, Aperture and Shutter Priority modes as well as the preset scene modes. There is a handy thumb wheel on the rear of the camera for quick and easy adjustments and menu scrolling or for playback of your images.

A new Face Self-Timer on this Canon detects an increase in the number of faces. For example, if you're the photographer, you don't have to rush. Just put the camera on a tripod and choose Face Self-Timer and the SX10IS will wait for you to get into the frame before shooting.

The Canon SX10 IS Powershot can capture any situation, whether it's fast or slow or far away or very close. The results are remarkable and the possibilities are endless with this camera.

It offers 10.0 megapixels for amazing prints as large as 16 x 20 inches. You're able to capture the sharpest images and finest details with the S550.

The Nikkor 5x optical zoom glass lens provides amazing shots with clarity that are second to none.

The built-in EXPEED image processor gives you outstanding color and sharpness in every shot. EXPEED makes sure that your images will be natural looking and of the utmost quality you would expect to come from a Nikon.

The 2.5 inch high resolution LCD on the Nikon S550 Coolpix is incredibly bright and clear. It has an anti-reflextion coating so that it can even been seen easily in direct sunlight.

When taking portrait shots, this smart Nikon Coolpix will warn you when your subject blinks so that you can re-take the photo. And be sure to use the Smile mode. The smart S550 will release the shutter when the selected subject smiles. Smart and cool.

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You can choose the body of the camera from three cool colors: graphite black, cool blue and plum.

If you love shooting videos, they are just a button press away with the Coolpix S550. You're able to record TV quality movies with sound. Share the moving action with your friends by connecting the Nikon S550 Coolpix right to your TV and let the fun begin. Instant home movies in seconds!

The S550 Coolpix offers 50 MB of internal memory and it supports SD/SDHC expansion cards.

The Nikon S550 Coolpix is smart and fast and packs stylish elegance and high performance into one neat little package. You'll get the best of what the compact digital camera world has to offer with the S550 Coolpix.

The M883 EasyShare has 22 scene modes to help even the beginner get the results they're after without having to understand the working complexities of a fine digital camera.

You'll get an 8 megapixel CCD imager and a 3x optical zoom lens that provides you with great shots, whether they're close-ups, portraits or landscapes.

The big and impressive 3.0 inch 230K pixel LCD display allows you see the screen even outdoors on a bright day.

You are offered an impressive 64MB of internal memory to store your images on this slim and compact EasyShare camera.

Kodak's face detection technology is built into the M883. The camera locates up to 10 faces and automatically adjusts itself for optimum focusing and exposure. This makes taking group shots of your family and friends easy and fun.

If you're into shooting video, the EasyShare M883 offers you a movie mode so that you can capture VGA or QVGA clips at 30 frames per second with sound, in QuickTimeMotionJPEG format.

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When it's time to pass on the fun to your pals, just transfer the images or video to your computer over the USB 2.0 full speed connection, then send them in emails or maybe post them to your Facebook or MySpace page to share with everyone.

The Kodak Perfect Touch technology on the M883 will make sure any dark shadows are cleared up and your images will be print-ready, so you can re-live the fun times with greater detail.

Every shot you take with the Kodak M883 EasyShare will be great. You have 5 color and 23 scene modes to choose from, so whether it's fast moving sports action or a close-up of a flower bud, each and every shot will be perfect.