Depends on what your looking for...the cameras I use are generic low cost cameras from local wal marts or hunting shops (around 100$). They may not have the fastest trigger time but they will show you the moon phase, time of day, and temperature just like the pricey ones. If I had more money to play with I would probably buy an expensive camera, but seeing how the cheaper ones allow me to buy multiple cameras and set them up in different areas without breaking the bank..I dont think expensive cameras are on my "to buy" list anytime soon as long as my cheapies make due and work properly..