These Digital Cameras Will Make Your Kid A Photographer In A Flash

When it comes to cameras for toddlers, durability is key. This digital camera is shockproof with anti-fall protection. Designed for kids ages 3 to 8, the camera comes in four fun colors. It’s equipped with auto focus (which is ideal for little ones), 8.0 mega pixels, 1080 video, and it comes with a miscroSD card. Kids can choose fun stickers or frames to add to their photos. According to an Amazon review from Jonathan Mayer, “The controls are simple. Once I showed my 4 y.o. how to turn it on, within a couple of minutes he was taking photos, videos, playing games, and discovering features that I hadn’t known were there yet.”

This dual-lens digital camera is all about the megapixels… 24 of them, to be exact. It has both a front and rear 1080p HD lens, 4x digital zoom, a 2.4-inch LCD blue screen, autofocus shooting, a self-timer, time-lapse capabilities, and continuous shooting mode. The camera comes with a 32GB microSD card, plus it offers six scene selections and 30 photo stickers. This one is designed for ages 3 to 10, and its fun design makes it appealing to both toddlers and bigger kids. According to Amazon reviewer, Natalie G, the camera is great for exploring the creativity of taking photos. “The fact that there are no games included is a real bonus – it enables my son to focus on actually taking pictures, and not be distracted by a bunch of unrelated stuff.” Available in two bright color block motifs.

VTech’s Kidizoom is pricier than most beginner cameras, but the features make it well worth it. Intended for kids ages 3 to 9, this camera has 256 MB built-in memory and can hold 1,500 photos or up to nine minutes of video. After three minutes of not being used, the camera automatically shuts off to save the battery life, which is truly a magical feature for kids who leave everything turned on. Games are a feature in the camera, but they can be disabled or limited in the parental controls. The camera doubles as an MP3 player and comes with headphones.  Amazon reviewer June Davis wrote that the camera is perfect for her 7-year-old daughter. “This camera has everything we wanted, selfie mode, improved resolution for the photos, expandable memory, durable, two little ‘handles’ so I can add a neck strap if I want, and the headphones are a huge bonus for her!”

With a front and rear HD lens, this 12 megapixel camera takes photos and videos that are a good start for little kids. The camera has some fun features, including burst shooting, time  lapse video, four filter effects, and 12 funny stickers. It has a rechargeable battery and the camera itself is small and lightweight. Amazon reviewer kdahl says, “My 4 and 6 year old daughters LOVE this camera. Lots of fun options without being overwhelming. We tried two other ‘kid’ cameras before we settled on this one. It’s been by far the best pic.”

This camera is equipped with five megapixels and 1080P HD video. It has 28 fun frames and six filters to choose from so kids can add some creativity to their photos. It’s designed for kids ages 3 to 12 and comes with a 32 GB SD card, which is a lot of space for a child’s first camera. The waterproof case allows the camera to be submerged underwater up to 98 ft. Not only is the camera waterproof, it’s also indestructible, according to Amazon reviewer Sevens. “He has taken about a million pictures with it, and as a 9 year old, it takes a lot of abuse, including being dropped on concrete, in dirt piles and in water. It’s the little camera that keeps on keeping on.”

An eight megapixel camera with 720p/30fps videos, this 2.8-inch touch screen camera features burst shooting, time-lapse shooting, a flash light, and a 4x digital zoom. It’s intended for kids ages 3 to 12 and comes with 29 built-in funny frames, two color filters, eight scene selections, and a lanyard so your child can wear it around their neck when they aren’t shooting. A professional photographer reviewed the camera on Amazon and loves it. “Overall, I am quite happy with this camera. It is fun, compact and unobtrusive to carry around, and takes great photos.”

This is a great starter camera for tweens who have an interest in photography, as it’s small and relatively inexpensive. The camera has 2.7″ LCD screen, a 4.0 optical zoom, and a 6.0 digital zoom. It takes AA batteries, which tend to die quickly, so it might make sense to have rechargeable batteries on hand. Amazon reviewer Artie makes a good point about the batteries. “The battery issue is actually a plus for those searching for a good camera deal, as a small deficiency of that type will make the camera less popular with the typical user, and it will therefore be priced lower to sell off quickly.”

This compact digital camera is perfect for students. It comes with a 32GB SD card, preventing you from having to buy one. The rechargeable camera supports 1080p video resolution and 30 megapixels. The video camera has an 8X digital zoom. Amazon reviewer Lisa wrote, “I bought this for my 10 yr old nephew for Christmas … He enjoyed it so much he even had his dad make up a picture scavenger hunt for us to go on around the neighborhood.”

Canon’s PowerShot ELPH is a more sophisticated entry-level camera, which of course means more expensive. But it’s a really great camera for any tween who has a serious interest in photography. The 12 megapixel, wide-angle lens camera has an 8x optical zoom with an optical image stabilizer. It features scene modes, including a fisheye effect, toy camera effect, and monochrome colors. An SD card isn’t included, so that is something you’ll need to purchase separately. Amazon reviewer Nicholas wrote, “This is a wonderful camera. If you’ve ever owned an ELPH camera, you know that they’re high-quality, ultra-portable cameras. Obviously you’re not going to get DSLR-quality images from a camera like this, but this is still a great camera, and if you use a tripod, you will be able to get excellent results.”

This is the perfect mini camera for tiny hands, as it’s specifically designed for kids ages 3 to 10. It can take five megapixel photos, as well as videos, and it has a self-timer, games, 10 filter effects, and 15 cute photo frames. Here’s what Amazon reviewer Nichole Lynn said about the camera: “I bought this camera for my 6 year old daughter’s birthday, and she loves it! I was actually surprised with the excellent quality. The material that the camera is made from is [slightly] rubbery, so it’s easier to grip, and holds up to drops fairly well.”

This cute little camera comes with a 32GB SD card to hold thousands of photos or hundreds of videos, and the rechargeable battery lasts from three to four hours. It’s equipped with five games, 15 frames, and six filters. The company lists the camera as being intended for kids ages 3 to 8. Amazon reviewer Merrylee N. wrote, “This camera arrived and was smaller than I imagined, yet it packs a punch. It takes great photos and can entertain little ones for quite a while with the games. Even my two-year-old grandson seemed to master it before I did.”