Is this an easy to use first camera for a 7 year old?
2019265
I don't have kids and assume you would put in the batteries and memory card but yes, This is a very, very simple camera to use and manage. It took a few minutes playing around with it to figure out how to do the zoom but I admit I skipped reading the directions to figure this out. There is a very simple on/off as well as simple button for snapping the photo. Also since it runs off of batteries, you won't need to worry about him/her not charging the camera-easy fix to replace the batteries.
2019266
I believe so. Just aim and take the picture. The features on the camera may need an adult to supervise.
761137
Yes, definitely! I would have a talk with them before using it that explains what the film is and does and that it's expensive so they should be sure of the photo they want to capture, since it's not like a digital camera and you can take as many pictures as you like : ) Definitely user friendly, a great choice for kids!
186608
It takes good quality video but the construction is a bit lacking. If your kids are good at taking care of their things it will work well for you. My son is hard on everything. So far, so good but he is seven. For the money i am completely happy with the video and ease of use with my tv and computer. Good luck!
31273
Camera too new and no idea as to battery. I would think it is relatively simple since it is marketed for younger users.
349601
Hello, I've had this camera since December of 2012. So far it's very easy to use, instructions it came with make it even easier. Also I am very pleased with how in focus and sharp images turn out especially in low light situations. I hope this helps.
859252
Moderate though not as long as one might wish. The picture quality is a little below what we've come to expect from digital but if you're realistic about it you won't be too dissatisfied. I bought it for a five-year-old, as a first video camera and she had fun with it but as you might expect the idea of taking care of it and not dropping it that I tried to inculcate into her didn't take and she broke it after about a month. I think I will try again when she's a little older. It's decent enough as a kind of introductory camera or if you only want to record events in a very basic way and aren't looking for pristine images. I don't think it is the most sturdy camera in the world, which means you have to take care with it.
2074959
When I bought this my daughter was 2. I bought it because she loved mine and I thought this would be one she could call her own. She is just starting to get the hang of it (she is 3 now) We don't do anything with the pictures but there are a lot of fun things you can do with this camera that I think we will utilize down the road when she gets a little older and understands it more. This is a very durable camera and I think because of that she can grow into it.
1115149
This is not really a kid's camera. They could probably learn to use it, but it also depends upon what age child you are talking about.
845334
IMHO no point & shoot camera is good enough for kids. I have bought and tried many of these and none come even close to the speed of a SLR when it comes to kids. Frankly if you want to preserve great memories, please invest in a SLR
473317
I just got this camera, and I'm surprised by how good it is for the price (I paid $69.99 on sale). The better memory cards will let you use this for about a couple of hours of video I think. It's really easy to use too, and as other people have pointed out - a great starter camera.
1331428
My daughter had it when she was two. She liked trying to take pictures & didn't care if it was of nothing but blur. She plays with it even more since she turned four, and still now that she's turning six. I don't regret getting it for her that early. It's super durable & she has loved it for many years. I'm on here because I want to get one for my son, but was considering blue... My daughter never let's him try to play the games. ;)
1881330
My wife uses the camera for point-and-shoot, and she is no whiz at cameras. I believe that it would be easy for a child to turn on the video accidentally and not realize it, but I think the camera might work out okay. It's a kind of waste of the camera's capabilities though. You might give it to your child with the idea that you would return it if he/she can't handle it. The switches (on/off, etc.) do take some dexterity.
1147413
I bought this for my daughter who is 14, it uses AA batteries and that is the only downfall about this camera. I also bought rechargable batteries and charger so I wouldn't keep having to buy AA batteries all the time. She loves it and the panaramic ability. Good starter camera for responsible young person. Hope this helps.
2195051
Sure, the camera is easy to operate and comes with a detailed instruction manual and CD. The full auto mode and presets will get you along way, to start.
971
I'll admit that I've never try to capture a fast moving toddler, but I've found the camera to be very responsive. I've done many candid photographs of adults with good success. Hope this helps.
1951209
Used in its basic automatic setting, it is very easy to use. You will need to remove the battery to charge it, which I find inconvenient, but not difficult to do. This camera is small, so you might want to make sure she can handle it easily. If you take it out of manual mode, it can become quite a challenge, but leaving it in auto mode, which is what I use 80% of the time, it is very simple to use.
1865169
The camera takes photos pretty quickly, the object needs to be in view of the "eye" and the pictures are not real clear;however, my preteen loves taking photos of her besty friends and pets. The videos are fun for her, also.