A very fast camera will run you at least $300.
But there are two cameras that can be rated fast:
Fujifilm A330
Canon A310
Both sell for under $150 at newegg.com
Here are 8 page reviews on each camera:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2004_reviews/fuji_a330.html
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2004_reviews/a310.html
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I am in the market to buy my fisrt digital camera. I want to get an atleast 2.5 mega pixels. I dont have alot to spend. Somthing under $150. And I want a compact, and one that shoots quickly. I dont care as much about picture quality as I do compact and quick shooting. What would be the best camera to get? Thank you.

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