Waterproof kids camera models (also known as "Tough Kids" cameras) are typically associated with the Fisher Price Kid Tough and VTech Kidizoom cameras. Before buying one of these, however, one should seriously consider the merits of using a proper adult digital camera. Not just any type, but a digital waterproof shockproof camera which can effectively double act as a tough waterproof kids camera.
These digital waterproof shockproof camera brands are better specified, less bulky, lighter and certainly tougher than the Fisher Price or VTech versions. Better specifications, for example, mean better lens resolution (pixels), optical zoom, picture taking modes and so on. After all, these are not toys but proper fully featured digital cameras. It is not a silly idea to let kids use these "adult" cameras - these models are built to be durable, not just from the elements but from knocks, drops and spills too. There are even freeze proof and crush proof models which mean that these can withstand the elements as well as whatever life throws at them, making these great for everyday use.
While these kids waterproof camera models would cost a little more the Kid Tough and Kidizoom cameras, adults and families are likely to have a need for a camera anyway. It would be more cost effective to buy just one camera, but ensure it to be a tough model which even children could use. There would be no need to carry two when one camera can do the job of both.
Tough waterproof kids camera manufacturers and models comprise the following: Panasonic Waterproof Lumix DMC TS1 / FT1; Pentax Optio W80 and WS80; Canon Waterproof D10; Fujifilm Waterproof FinePix Z33 WP; and Olympus Tough Stylus 8000, 6000 and 6010. So just how durable are these tough waterproof kids camera models?
