A Waterproof Kids Camera: Which is the Toughest Model?

Many think of VTech's Kidizoom and Fisher Price's Kid Tough cameras for tough waterproof kids camera models. How about trying a proper adult digital waterproof shockproof camera instead?   It is not a silly idea to let kids use an adult digital waterproof shockproof camera.  These are built to be durable to withstand the elements as well as whatever life throws at them, making these great everyday cameras for all the family.

It can cost less to buy a tough camera than buy a compact plus a toy "kid tough" camera. Also, why carry two cameras when one can do the job?  If a family uses a compact camera, why not consider a proper tough digital waterproof shockproof camera? These are tougher and much better specified than the toy waterproof kids camera models.

Ditch the Toy and Get a Real Camera! Much Tougher, Better Value with More Features Waterproof: These are not just spills and damp proof, all can be taken underwater with some up to 33ft (10m) deep Shockproof:  Some can be dropped from over 6ft (2m) Dustproof:  Most are specially coated so that no dust or sand can penetrate the body Freezeproof: Most can operate in conditions of 14F (-10C) which is great for skiing, sledging or snowman building Crushproof:The Olympus Tough Stylus 8010 is the only camera which is crushproof which means that kids (or even adults!) can jump on it, sit on it or throw things on it Better resolution: These have a minimum of 10MP compared to Fisher Price and VTech models at 2MP or less Focal length: Some have a 5X optical zoom and some offer a 28mm wide angle lens Lightweight:These are all less than 200g which is much lighter than the toy waterproof kids camera versions. Fisher Price's Kid Tough camera weighs a hefty 1179g for example LCD Display: These are all 2.5" or larger compared to Fisher Price and Vtechs displays of up to 1.8" Cost: Some models cost only fractionally more than the top end Fisher Price and VTech models.  However, your cost would be much more if buying both a toy camera and a compact digital camera. Why buy two when one can do the job of both?

Tough Waterproof Kids Camera Models from Olympus - Fully Tested by Children ....   They say children are the harshest critics. The video shows kindergarten kids demonstrating the Olympus Tough Stylus cameras' indestructibility.

Which Waterproof Kids Camera Models are Available?

Waterproof only models:   Waterproof Pentax digital camera Optio WS80 Waterproof, Shockproof and Freezeproof: Canon waterproof D10  Olympus Tough Stylus 6020 Olympus Tough Stylus 3000 Fujifilm Finepix XP10 (aka XP11) Panasonic Waterproof Lumix TS10/FT10 Waterproof Pentax digital camera Optio W90 Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof and Crushproof: Olympus Tough Stylus 8010

The Best Tough Waterproof Kids Camera Which is the Toughest of the Tough?

The ultimate tough cookie has to be the Olympus Tough Stylus 8010.  It is waterproof, shockproof, freeze proof and crushproof; no other camera has all these features.  It is also well specified such as a 14MP sensor and 28mm wide angle lens. This model wins because of its additional crushproof feature. However, the other waterproof kids camera models are listed on this site because of their quality and design for toughness.