Hello! Both my 3 and 6 year old want this for Christmas. What age group would you say this camera is mainly for? Thanks for you help!
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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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Your 6 year old will be able to work it by himself/herself and will be able to use the special features (like the animations). Your 3 year old would like it too, but would need some help with the mechanics of it. Hope this helps!
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I think it would be suitable for both of them. It's very easy to use, the controls are well laid out and easy to learn.
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I would say it is better suited for the 3 year old. Our 6 year old has played with it but had commented that it is too 'baby-ish' for her. We found a different digital camera for her that worked well. Our 4 year old adores this camera though.
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I would say it is good for 2/3-8 year olds. My girls are 2 and 4 and love it.
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it is definitely a tablet camera. I am probably harder on it then most as I am a professional photographer and I normally shoot with a Canon 5d Mark III, so no comparison. We bought this tablet for my 5 year old and it definitely works well enough for his needs. I wouldn't expect it to be my main camera for shooting my family memories.
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Thanks for your input. I did not get one, I just decided that since we have the Wii - that's enough right now. I don't want to turn them into big gamers at the age of 4. Thanks again for your input, have a Merry Christmas!
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my 3 year old loves it, 6 year old plays with it when he's bored otherwise (such as in the car). 6 year old would prefer some of the tablet games. Especially for 3 yr old we like not worrying what he is getting into on it or what settings he might be changing. Some of it may depend if there is a game character they really like - for us it was the Handy Manny game. He really likes that it is his own "super duper computer". I like that it handles being dropped, hammered on, etc.
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Probably not truly use it until 4-ish...BUT, would be a two year olds safe to play with camera, saving the real cameras from destruction. My 4 yr. old grandchild figured things out by herself while parents were trying to find time to read the instructions!
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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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In my opinion, the average child that age would only be able to use a few of the features. The manufacturer suggests ages 6 and up, but I would say it would be more worthwhile for even a slightly older child like 7. A 5-6 year old would surely enjoy it, just probably not use all of the features.
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I'm also looking for a camera to take photos of children and was considering this model. If this is not the one, what would you recommend?
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How easy is this camera to use for a novice? I bought my husband a smaller pocket sized camera and it is very difficult to get it to focus on what YOU want it to focus on. It is always trying to be smart. I need a camera that I can set up some default settings and he can just point at shoot at moving grand children.
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Hi, my little girl was 2 years old and six months when she started to use it, and she uses it without any problem... obviously, she prefer to use games like paint or take photos, but she can find what she want to use witouth help.
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According to the manufacturer, it's best for ages 3-8. I'd say that's about right, too. In our house, it's a huge hit with the 4 and 6yos. This thing is tough and continues to work despite the multiple falls it's taken. By 8 they will be ready for a better camera.
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It depends on your child. I wouldn't have purchased this for my other nephew who are typical boys, rough on everything and careless about putting their things away. The camera would last maybe a few weeks with one of them! My 9 year old nephew for whom I purchased the camera is fastidious with his belongings, unusually mature for his age, and clever with gadgets. The only thing he's asked for assistance with is uploading his photos to a computer. He does not require supervision while using the camera. If your son will be comfortable changing the camera settings and will keep the camera in its case and treat it gently, buy it for him. Its a terrific camera. Small but fits little hands. But if he's not that careful, go for something cheaper so you wont feel dreadful if it ends up broken. Hope this helps.
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I just got mine today and have taken 300+ pictures. I've previously owned all Kodaks and a polaroid digital and I think this one takes excellent photos indoors, even with flash on (I usually always hate flash!). I have a 20 month old and have found that the ISO scene selection along with the "burst" shot mode works great for getting him in action.
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I actually bought this toy, for my 3 year old. He loves it! But he also is playing with his 6 year old brother. I think it just depends upon your child and what his interests and likes are. But I would buy it again for my 3 year old.
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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 think a 6 year old would enjoy it. The minimum age is probably because older children hopefully demonstrate good judgement when using the toy. My girls don't always shoot at each other. Instead they set up a target and try to outshoot each other! It is a good toy to get them outside to play and use their imagination.
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of course the manufactured would kinow best; however, my grandchildren age 9 and 12 asked for same for Christmas 2013. Thne 12 year old is really into it and really enjoys it and understands the concept; but my 9 year old does not seem interested (has not yet begun to look at it). I would say it all depends on the child and their interests. Sorry, this is all I have to offer.