Is there a simple to use 2D animation software?

Hello! I want to be able to make very simple 2D animations, such as popping images, images that appear from a point, get big, then get a bit shorter- those sort of things. And I was wondering if you knew of a:
Free Program (I am willing to pay up to 6 dollars)
Semi-Simple to use (or atleast mention one good place to learn);
Allows for insertion of images and their movement, like spinning around, increasing size - REALLY important;
Doesn't need to be able to specifically allow for drawing inside the app: I already have Photoshop for that
The important part is the animation really.
The reason why I want to do this is so I can get some neat effects for my youtube channel. For an intro as well.
Thanks and let me know if you need any more info!

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