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The best digital camera for kids: our comparison

Written by Agathe Rosse

From a very young age, our toddlers love to steal the camera from us to capture whatever they can find. If you want to avoid getting your digital camera nicked all the time (and avoid accidental breakage) and also having lots of pictures of everything and anything on your SD card, the best thing to do is to give them their own camera!

To help you choose the first camera that will bring out their photographic soul, check out our comparison of the best children’s cameras.

The 3 best models of the moment are the KIDIZOOM by VTECH the NIKON W150 and the KRIOGOR.

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Why offer a children’s camera?

Even if, at the beginning, going off to take pictures at every turn is mostly a game, their shooting can quickly become a playful activity that develops concentration and observation. Offering them a digital camera is a good way to stimulate their curiosity and the search for aesthetics. In addition to these qualities, photography will develop their dexterity as they learn to use their ten fingers! Moreover, just like the best connected children’s watches, these technological gifts become imitation games for toddlers, who love to do what grown-ups do. He will be proud to have his camera, and to show you his beautiful photos, barely blurred and well framed!

 

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Which children’s camera to choose?

There are many models of devices, from gadgets to ultra sophisticated digital cameras.

Before making a choice, you should therefore think carefully about :

  • Its use: if it’s just a game, or if you feel that your little one is a born photographer, passionate about the lens.
  • Strength: which will largely depend on its use. If it’s mostly a game, your little one may not pay much attention to it, so choose a model that is resistant to falls.
  • Photo quality: whatever its use, the interest of a camera is that the image you get out of it is of good quality to retrace the captured moments. Therefore, be vigilant in defining the objectives. To go even further, you can opt for cameras with different lenses: optical zoom, wide angle etc.
  • Added features: in addition to being able to take photos and film, some devices offer a Selfies feature, or filters on the photos taken, others can even make MP3… Options that will delight your toddlers.
  • The price: a not insignificant criterion when making your choice. The price ranges are very wide, you are sure to find a camera within your budget. But it’s a pretty big budget if you’re looking for high-quality children’s digital cameras.
  • Design: there is something for every style, for every taste! With their favourite heroes, made of wood, more or less compact etc. You’ll have a wide choice to find the model that your budding photographer is sure to like.

 

The best children’s cameras: our comparison chart

VTech KIDIZOOM ACTION CAM (5-12 Y) -
KIDOVE Kids Toys Fun Camera Child Selfie Digital Game Camcorder 8MP 1080P Dual Camera Video Recorder Creative Birthday Compact Cameras for Girls and Boys 16GB Card Included Pink
VTech KIDIZOOM ACTION CAM (5-12 Y) -
KIDOVE Kids Toys Fun Camera Child Selfie Digital Game Camcorder 8MP 1080P Dual Camera Video Recorder Creative Birthday Compact Cameras for Girls and Boys 16GB Card Included Pink
Image resolution
0,3Mpx
8Mpx
Screen size
1,8"
2"
From
5 years old
3 years old
Micro SD card included
£89.00
Price not available
VTech KIDIZOOM ACTION CAM (5-12 Y) -
VTech KIDIZOOM ACTION CAM (5-12 Y) -
Image resolution
0,3Mpx
Screen size
1,8"
From
5 years old
Micro SD card included
£89.00
KIDOVE Kids Toys Fun Camera Child Selfie Digital Game Camcorder 8MP 1080P Dual Camera Video Recorder Creative Birthday Compact Cameras for Girls and Boys 16GB Card Included Pink
KIDOVE Kids Toys Fun Camera Child Selfie Digital Game Camcorder 8MP 1080P Dual Camera Video Recorder Creative Birthday Compact Cameras for Girls and Boys 16GB Card Included Pink
Image resolution
8Mpx
Screen size
2"
From
3 years old
Micro SD card included
Price not available

 

Kidizoom Duo from VTech (available in blue or pink) – the complete 10 in 1 unit!

Very complete, this digital camera for children will certainly make happy people happy!

Just for the photo, you’ll get the automatic flash, a large 2.4″ color screen, a 4x zoom, two lenses to take selfies, and a 5 Megapixel resolution.

In addition to the basic photo and video features, the Kidizoom Duo is packed with resources. Also MP3, you will be able to put your toddler’s favourite music on the MP3 player so he can enjoy it, while having fun on the 5 mini-games included in the camera (which can be controlled by a parental security system). To entertain your little one and all his friends, trick functions with 70 effects are available, as well as automatic face and movement detection.

To top it all off, the digital camera also makes a voice recorder with a built-in microphone, and offers effects to distort the voice. The first camera dreamed of for fun and enjoyment in complete freedom with a robust and resistant product.

Here is the list of features of VTech’s Kidizoom Duo:

  • A 10 in 1 camera with dual lens
  • Photo: front lens with 5 Million pixel resolution, large 2.4 inch colour display, automatic flash and 4 x digital zoom, redarter/timer.
  • Video: recording of films up to 5 minutes.
  • Capacity: Up to 1000 photos or 5 minutes of film can be recorded.
  • Tricks: adding a frame, stamps or animations to a photo (about 70 trick effects)
  • Face Detection: Face detection and automatic photo capture
  • Selfies: a 2nd lens for selfie photography
  • Games: 5 built-in games, 3 of which have motion detection
  • Motion Detection: games with motion detectionMusic
    : listen to MP3 music through the built-in speaker or headphones
  • Voice recording: voice recording with the microphone
  • Voice distortion: voice modification and distortion with 5 fun effects

Kidizoom Duo in pictures

 

KIDOVE digital camera

This small camera for children is very powerful, and offers good quality photos thanks to its 8Mpx digital zoom. With a dual lens for selfies and its 2″ colour LCD screen, your little photographer can also shoot with full HD for 1920x1080p resolution videos. Thanks to the 16GB micro SD card supplied with the product, it will be able to store no less than 4,800 photos or 80 minutes of videos. Several filters are available to customize the photos. Lightweight and design, it is ultra resistant to impact, and has a cord to hang it around the neck and prevent falls. Available in blue or pink, it ensures a good grip for successful photos!

KIDOVE camera in pictures

 

Kriogor children’s camera : our opinion

Super cute and with an attractive design, this small device is very powerful despite its low price.

Equipped with a 2-inch LED screen and a lens resolution of 8Mpx, your toddler will be able to capture the world with fine quality photos and videos in 1920 by 1080p. On top of that, 32 cartoon frames are available to have fun customizing photographs. The little snag is the internal memory, which is not very important. The camera is supplied with a 256M SD card, which allows you to take 100 pictures. On the other hand, this children’s digital camera is really optimized for shocks, thanks to its rubber shell, which protects the product from small accidents.

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Kriogor camera in pictures

 

Kidizoom Action Cam – VTech

This camera is ideal for capturing adventures and outings with friends. Presented as an all-terrain vehicle, the device is designed to follow all the actions of our toddlers whatever the environment. It is supplied with a waterproof case and brackets and accessories to attach it to a bike, skateboard etc… With its large 1.8″ color screen, this camera designed for children from 5 years old also offers games and photo editing features, to add special effects on videos, distort photos… The quality of photos and videos is basic, but respectable for the price of the camera. You will be able to take photos in large format thanks to the connection cable for the computer. If your toddler wants to film all his exploits, you can add a micro sd card up to 32Gb to increase the memory capacity.

Kidizoom Action Cam in pictures

 

Digital camera – AGM

Very practical with a good grip, this AGM device is good for toddlers from 3 years old. The image resolution is less powerful than the other models in 3Mpx, but it is largely sufficient for small children. The two handles allow the little ones to hold it with both hands to avoid the risk of falling. Rugged and shockproof, your children will have hours of fun with the 4 photo frames offered to customize them on the 1.77-inch lcd screen. In addition to the photo and video function, this HD camera offers an MP3 function to listen to their favorite music.

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AGM camera in pictures

 

Camera Leader Pro – 8 Million Pixels: our opinion

It is a camera with ergonomics that is tailor-made for children. Perfect for traveling or at home. Children can enjoy the fun of taking pictures, and the children’s camera can exercise the children’s imagination. LeaderPro is a perfect birthday or Christmas gift.

Our opinion

An interesting 8 Million Pixel camera that includes a front and rear lens, flash, x4 zoom and a
16GB TF card is included with the camera. The capacity of this card allows you to record 4400 photos or 80 minutes of video. You can also use a 32 GB card if you need more storage capacity.
The product is available in 2 colours: light blue or pastel pink.

LeaderPro Kids Camera,Birthday Gift for Kids Mini Rechargeable Children Shockproof Digital Selfie Camera Child Camcorder for 3-9 Year Old Kids Gifts Waterproof
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LeaderPro Kids Camera,Birthday Gift for Kids Mini Rechargeable Children Shockproof Digital Selfie Camera Child Camcorder for 3-9 Year Old Kids Gifts Waterproof
  • 【Front Rear 8.0Mp Kids Digital Camera】The kids digital camera has dual cameras, selfie supporting, The front and rear are both 8.0 Mega pixels, which greatly improves the photos definition compared with other children cameras on the market. The toy video camera can take up to 1920x1080P HD Video, equipped with 4x digital zoom, will keep the clear wonderful moment for boys or girls.
  • 【Multiple functions, More fun for children】Upgrade new kids cameras and camcorders comes with more functions.Auto smile focus,customized frame, continuous shooting and timed photography options provide more fun camera function. Multi-scene pattern and 4 X shooting zooms function greatly appeal kids’ attention,which will improve kids' creativity.
  • 【Safe Silicone and Shockproof Material】Made of high quality eco-friendly soft silicone non-toxic material with protective shockproof shell, Durable design protects from drops and tumbles,help your kids to enjoy taking pictures in a safe and comfortable way.
  • 【Built-in battery, rechargeable kids camera】Built-in 3.7V rechargeable lithium battery with continuous video-recording time of 3-4 hours,when children take kids camera, just open the switch key, then can enjoy the fun of taking photo, easy to use for child. Important tip: the charge must be used by adults or under the monitor of adults.
  • 【Compact Size and Delicate Gift for kids】Only Weight 81g, and compact small size 93*42*61mm, makes the toddler camera is convenient to carry everywhere, packing included a durable lanyard, design for children to hang the mini camera on the neck.Perfect birthday, Christmas, Holiday gifts for boys and girls aged 3~9. Come with cute decorative Stickers for child to DIY. This camera is also a good partner for children daily life or holiday travel.

Camera Features and Functionality :

  • 8-megapixel high-definition photos and 1080P video resolution
  • Front/Rear Photo Resolution: 3624*2448 (8 Million pixels)
  • Designed to easily hold and grip children’s little hands
  • Soft silicone Shockproof material
  • Safe and impact resistant design
  • Multi-scene
  • Selections of 40 fun frames
  • Auto Smile Shooting Function
  • Function and Mode: Burst (3pic), Delay (10s), Off.
  • Easy upload of photos and videos
  • Fast transmission (USB cable and cord included)
  • Convenient to transport
  • Automatic shutdown after 3 minutes without operation. You can also customize 1min/3min/5min/OFF in the menu.

Nikon Coolpix W150 : our opinion

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Resistant to water, shock, frost and dust, this compact adventure camera is designed to go anywhere and offers a truly hassle-free experience. From snowy landscapes to underwater scenes, the COOLPIX W150 is so easy to use that anyone can take great photos and videos with it.

The COOLPIX is really easy to use, can handle a drop or two, excels in the cold and loves evenings by the pool.
Underwater face framing mode. The camera takes up to four pictures every time it sees a face.
Brilliant films. The camera records Full HD (1080p/30 fps) video footage with stereo sound.
Easy to aim and shoot. The settings are automatically optimized. The large anti-glare LCD screen provides clear visibility even underwater.

Nikon COOLPIX W150 Resort
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Nikon COOLPIX W150 Resort
  • Waterproof 10m | Shockproof 1. 8m | Freeze proof -10°C |Dustproof. True point-and-shoot ease from the COOLPIX that can handle a drop or two, excels in the cold, and just loves a pool party.
  • Underwater Face Framing Mode. The camera snaps up to four photos each time it sees a face.
  • Brilliant movies. The camera records Full HD (1080p/30 fps) video footage with stereo sound.
  • Point-and-shoot ease. Settings are automatically optimised. the large, anti-reflective LCD screen offers clear visibility, even underwater

Complementary models

Colors

  • Available in blue, pink flower, beach or white.

Sealing and resistance

  • Waterproof up to 10m
  • Shock resistant up to 1.8m
  • Frost resistant down to -10°C
  • Dust-resistant

Features and Characteristics

  • Sensor Resolution: 14.7 Megapixels
  • Optical Zoom: 3 X
  • Display: 6.7 centimeters LED
  • Functions: Touch screen
  • Focal Length: 30 Millimeters – 90 Millimeters
  • Diaphragm aperture: 3.3 millimetres
  • Connections : Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
  • Digital zoom: 4 X
  • Battery type: Lithium-ion
  • Video resolution : FHD 1080p
  • Manufacturer’s warranty: 1 year
  • Product Dimensions : 10.9 x 3.8 x 6.7 cm; 177 g
  • Weight of the product in the box: 499 g

Exceptional durability and strength

This camera can take all the blows life can give it. It is waterproof up to 10 M and shock resistant up to a drop of 1.8 M, so there is no need to worry about damage caused by drops or falls into the pool. It is resistant to cold temperatures down to -10 degrees Celsius and to dust, so you can take it with you anywhere without any care. You can simply relax and have fun making photography fun for everyone.

Easy shooting

Capture brilliant photos of all the best moments without missing a beat. From snowy landscapes to carnival fireworks, the COOLPIX W150 knows what you’re shooting and automatically optimizes the settings.

Take high quality images every time

Say goodbye to grainy shots and missed moments when you can take pictures with a transparent NIKKOR lens and 13.2 MP CMOS image sensor. The NIKKOR 3x optical zoom is expandable up to 6x Dynamic Fine Zoom³, bringing you closer to your subject and allowing you to take all the fun shots and capture outstanding facial expressions. High image quality is assured, which helps you shoot images and videos that you will be proud to share.

Full HD video shooting

Make great movies with friends and family at the touch of a button. Simply press the dedicated video recording button to record Full HD 1080p video with stereo sound. When the action begins, you’ll always be ready to record memorable moments in motion, while Electronic Vibration Reduction (EVR) keeps your movies flowing smoothly.

Be creative with image effects

Enhance your photos with a range of effects from vivid colours – adding a touch of colour to a black and white image – to the Fisheye and Toy camera. Glamour touch-up allows you to offer everyone make-up with options such as mascara, teeth whitening or lipstick. You can even add light tracks to your photos with multi-exposure lighting or create a slideshow with sound directly in your camera. Never have a boring photo day again: turn landscapes into small planets with the “small planet” effect!

Shoot and share instantly

Nikon’s SnapBridge allows you to keep the Coolpix W300 permanently connected to your smart camera via low-power Bluetooth technology. Synchronize photos on your camera when you take pictures, without having to log in again each time. Transfer movies manually whenever you want via the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi. SnapBridge connectivity also allows you to use your smart device for remote shooting.


Why trust us to choose the best digital camera for your child?

Thank you for reading this article! Because we know that it is not always easy to make the best choice without trying, each of our recommendations is the result of a long work of analysis of consumer opinions on flagship and little-known products on the market, of comparison of prices and technical characteristics, but also and above all of tests by a team of men and women constantly renewed in order to keep a real objectivity to help you in your purchasing process.

All the purchasing criteria are scrutinized for the realization of our comparative guides: budget, level of range, functional and practical aspects, design, pack and accessories, safety… All this in order to help you choose the products best suited to your needs, desires and constraints on a daily basis, at the best price!

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About the author

Agathe Rosse

I have been a kindergarten assistant for 4 years now, I enjoy my free time for my passions. I love cooking (gourmet food is my biggest flaw!), adventure and sports. Writing is one of my hobbies, to let the pen express my thoughts. I never leave without my little notebook!