Easiest Cameras

There’s probably no worse feeling than getting someone a brand new camera, watching them open the box, then fumble around with no idea how to work the stupid thing. Ease of use isn’t guaranteed, even among affordable point-and-shoots.
Cameras designers are always trying to simplify the user experience, with “smart” auto modes, green buttons, and in-camera guides. Here are some of the most intuitive, easy-to-use cameras that we’ve come across lately.
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$125.951Canon PowerShot ELPH 100 HS
The 100 HS lacks some of its pricier siblings' hot-ticket extra features, but it's one heck of a camera for the money. Read full 16-part review
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$299.002Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
Panasonic resists the urge to cram more megapixels and more focal length into their latest ultrazoom. The FZ47 instead focuses on image quality and features, resulting in an incredibly strong camera that we loved shooting with. Read full 16-part review
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$439.953Canon EOS Rebel T3
The T3 is Canon's entry-level DSLR for 2011, debuting at a kit price of just $599. We put the camera through our testing to see if it's more than just a T3i on a budget. Read full 7-part review
$439.95
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