And I would like to keep the price under 300 dollars. What is a good camera in that price range?
Totally depends on how old you’re willing to go. I got my 350D in that price range, but it was old when I got it and even older now.
I would agree wtih @theichibun get a Canon rebel. And since your budget is lower I would recommend getting a used one as well.
I am a huge fan of the Casio – EXILIM. Bestbuy.com has then 12MP one’s for 80.00 and a new 14MP model for 159. They are small and take amazing pictures.
I am a big fan on Canon Powershots. Look for any under 300 dollars, they`re excellent
I am a huge fan of the Olympus Point and shoots I have had mine for years and it seems indestructible.
Nikon Coolpix s220. I love mine. I take fantastico pictures with it and its an actual digital camera nothing fancy but in my opinion its great.