Staples offers a free $25 gift card via "Easy Rebate" with purchase of select cameras regularly priced $149 or more. (Click here and search for "11-73467" to find the rebate.) Some exclusions apply, including clearance, camcorders, and Nikon 1 interchangeable lens cameras. Sales tax is added where applicable. Deal ends December 20, and rebate must be claimed within 60 days of purchase.

A best bet is the Canon PowerShot 16-Megapixel Digital Camera in Red, model no A3300 IS, for $99.99 with free shipping with free $25 Gift Card via "Easy Rebate". Assuming you will use the gift card, that's the lowest total price we could find by $24. It features a 3" LCD, 5x optical zoom, SD/SDHC and MMC card slot, USB connectivity, and more.

Note: It's not guaranteed to arrive by Christmas.