age appropriateness? I teach third grade and am considering buying this kid-friendly camera for my classroom. The recommended age is up to 5 yrs. old, but I was thinking that due to the number of users it will have to endure, it might be more durable than a camera that's a little less juvenile. Any thoughts on whether or not my students might find it too 'babyish'? Also, if anyone can recommend a different camera that's also highly durable, easy to use, and priced under $100, I'd be interested in hearing your advice. Thanks! ~S age appropriateness? I teach third grade and am considering buying this kid-friendly camera for my classroom. The recommended age is up to 5 yrs. old, but I was thinking that due to the number of... » Read More age appropriateness? I teach third grade and am considering buying this kid-friendly camera for my classroom. The recommended age is up to 5 yrs. old, but I was thinking that due to the number of users it will have to endure, it might be more durable than a camera that's a little less juvenile. Any thoughts on whether or not my students might find it too 'babyish'? Also, if anyone can recommend a different camera that's also highly durable, easy to use, and priced under $100, I'd be interested in hearing your advice. Thanks! ~S « Show Less
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My kids are 5 and 4 and love it. We just let them take and delete any picture they want. Make sure you get rechargable batteries! If they are moving the picture does nto turn out great. That is the biggest challenge for the kids. Must not move arms while pressing button.
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My son is going into 3rd grade. His friends love the camera. It can stand the falls & drops & can be wiped off if stick fingers get a hold of it. On Toys r us website they say up to 11 yrs. Not babyish, just sturdy Fisher Price. :)
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I have given these cameras to my grandkids (ages 8-10) and they've done very well. They not only shoot pictures, they love to make videos. This next trip has a 6 year old, but you'd be surprised what they can do with a simple point-and-shoot auto function. I would definitely recommend it for 8 and up (we'll see about the six year old).
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I have a 5 year old and a 2.5 year old. Both love the camera! The 5 year old is able to do a little bit more with it (like make little "movies") and he takes better pictures, but the 2.5 year old loves having something that she can take pictures with! I think that in a few years my 5 year old will likely grow out of wanting to play with it, but since he is my oldest it is hard to say.
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Depends on the kid. I don't think a child would have problems with the physical form of the camera, it's not heavy and the controls aren't hard to use. My biggest concerns would be the complexity of the interface and the durability of the screen, so I'm not sure it's the best starter camera. If you get it, be sure to turn digital image stabilization on. It wasn't on by default on mine, and it helps a lot.
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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.
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I gave this to my 6 year old granddaughter who has a hard time holding her arms/hands still for a picture, but this camera does pretty well. I think it would do ok, but if things are really shaky, whether from a young child or older hands, there still might be some blurriness. Heck, even I have blurry pictures at times! Good luck!
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The age would not be inappropriate but the quality is poor. My kids went through two of these and they broke very easily. We returned them and got something else.
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I bought this for a 12 year old for Christmas. That was the age I was when I got my first diary. She loved it. I thing 12 to 13 is an appropriate age. It allows just enough privacy to a young girl that age.
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that's hard to say. I believe that would be more age appropriate but the quality of the train was disappointing. but once its set up your child would probably enjpy it---mine wants to investigate and that's not a good thing for this train. hope that helps
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I think it just depends on how long the child wants to play with it. We have 4 and 5 year old's that come over and play with it more than my 3 year old. But scale wise, in my opinion, it is perfect for 3-4 year old's.
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My chld is younger and really enjoys it. She's not strong enough to use it for very long at one time. Neighborhood kids in that age group like to stop by when they see my child shooting it, and ask if they can have a few turns shooting it. They all seem to enjoy it. I'd say go for it!
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I gave my grandson the camera at age 31/2. He really had a lot of fun with it. He is now almost 5 and loves taking pictures. I am not sure a 2 year old can grasp what the camera if for. But if you are looking for a tough, kid friendly camera that takes great pictures and videos, this is definitely the one to buy!I gave my grandson the camera at age 31/2. He really had a lot of fun with it. He is now almost 5 and loves taking pictures. I am not sure a 2 year old can grasp what the camera if for. But if you are looking for a tough, kid friendly camera that takes great pictures and videos, this is definitely the one to buy! I gave my grandson the camera at age 31/2. He really had a lot of fun with it. He is now almost 5 and loves taking pictures. I am not sure a 2 year old can grasp what the camera if for. But if you are looking for a tough, kid friendly camera that takes great pictures and videos, this is definitely the one to buy!I gave my grandson the camera at age 31/2. He really had a lot of fun with it. He is now almost 5 and loves taking pictures. I am not sure a 2 year old can grasp what the camera if for. But if you are looking for a tough, kid friendly camera that takes great pictures and... » Read More I gave my grandson the camera at age 31/2. He really had a lot of fun with it. He is now almost 5 and loves taking pictures. I am not sure a 2 year old can grasp what the camera if for. But if you are looking for a tough, kid friendly camera that takes great pictures and videos, this is definitely the one to buy!I gave my grandson the camera at age 31/2. He really had a lot of fun with it. He is now almost 5 and loves taking pictures. I am not sure a 2 year old can grasp what the camera if for. But if you are looking for a tough, kid friendly camera that takes great pictures and videos, this is definitely the one to buy! « Show Less
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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.
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I bought it for my 4 year old and it was perfect. I can see 3 year old at the minimum. At 1, my son started off making his own drums set out of whatever was around (pots, water jugs, etc...) and used chopsticks for drums sticks. I say go that route first ;)
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What do you mean by age appropriate? Age appropriateness really depends on the use , not the product, doesn't it?I will say that they are very realistic. So if you are looking for something more "fake" or playful, you probably won't want to get these.
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Are we talking about the same camera. Mine has been dropped twice, first by my 2 year old who got a hold of it and on Thanksgiving by me (trying to do too many things) and the first time I had to send it in and it's broken again. It has horrible lag time and I rarely get the shot I was looking for. Unfortunetly this was my "big" present last year for Christmas and I can't really ask for another one. If you have kids this is not your camera.
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Not at all! My daughter just turned 4, and that's the only thing that she wanted too! Both my 4 and 6 year olds have really enjoyed it. It's especially great for looking at the moon. I feel like it was a good value for the price, and an appropriate product for a child. (Any similar items seemed too advanced for a small child.) Good luck with your purchase!