All depends on what type of camera you want? If you want a big, bulky, camera and high bucks, go with a large Digital camera in the 35 mm format. But if you want a camera for less than half the cost or more, of the larger ones, get a small pocket type camera. I went with a Canon SX260 HS model. Came with a 20X zoom as well, perfect for what I need. I also have been just using the camera on my cell phone Galaxy X5S, takes some great pic's too.