The best camera is one that you can carry with you. Everywhere. Without fear. That's why unless you're a serious photo buff. I don't recommend a DSLR. Plus a DSLR alone would wipe out my whole budget. So i chose the roughest, toughest travel camera in the world. The Panasonic Lumix TS-4 Waterproof, Dustproof, Shockproof, takes pretty good pictures, and includes a timelapse. Sweet talk the salesperson to throwing in some extra goodies like a small tripod, extra battery pack and a camera case (not that you'd need one with this monster).
 
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