The VTech KidiZoom is reasonably priced and loads of fun.
- Recommended ages: 4-11
- Lens: unspecified
- Screen: 2.4”
- Resolution: 2MP
- Storage: SD card support up to 32GB
This easy-to-use, 2-megapixel instant print camera was a favorite of our kid testers, while parents appreciated that they can print out their kids’ photos for about 75 cents an image. The paper is basically receipt paper, so you’re not getting the highest quality photos, but it does make for a fun experience for kids that won't break the bank.
You can also download all the photos stored on the camera. That way, you have them stored, and you can print your favorites on real photo paper for better longevity. The PrintCam also comes with a 4x digital zoom.
This is more than just a kids’ digital camera: It’s a handheld creativity device for aspiring graphic designers. Kids can create comic strips, coloring strips, name tags, cartoons, and more with pre-loaded graphics. So while this camera doesn’t take the sharpest digital images, it does make for an artsy experience that our testers loved.
Other fun features are cute frames and a cool lens that flips up to serve as a selfie camera. As with all VTech cameras, there are also loads of engaging video games on this model—a point that gave this camera high scores with kids.
The Kidizoom PrintCam doesn't really inspire a lot of photo-taking, but it does encourage creativity. Overall, this is a fun and durable camera for kids and a truly engaging toy that our kiddie testers didn't want to put down.
Pros
Cool flip camera lens
Affordable photo prints
Fun creative graphics
Cons
Sub-par photo quality
Prints start to fade quickly