Camera Gift Guide: Find the perfect camera at any budget!

The holidays are drawing near, and many will resume traveling this year. Cameras are the perfect gift for aspiring shutterbugs or those looking to capture all the holiday memories.

But why cameras? It's simple, really... Smartphone cameras are great and all, but dedicated cameras with larger image sensors and more powerful lenses mean better picture and video quality.

Picking the right camera can be a bit overwhelming, so we've narrowed down the list to a few of our favorites that can capture great images without breaking the bank:

• Best cheap DSLR: Canon 80D
• Best affordable mirrorless camera: Sony Alpha A6400
• Best professional mirrorless cameras: Canon EOS R6 and Sony Alpha a7R line
• Best action cam: Any GoPro HERO
• Best camera for kids: Any fixed-lens camera
• Best vlogging camera: Sony Alpha A6400

Want to learn more about cameras, including the differences between mirrorless cameras and DSLRs, and which camera is best?

Head over to the Swappa Blog: Swappa Holiday Gift Guide: Best Camera Deals for Less

But more importantly, we want to hear from you! What do you care about most when comparing cameras?