VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam Pink
Score: 67/100
Kodak PIXPRO FZ45
Score: 69/100Rankings
The Kodak PIXPRO Friendly Zoom FZ45-BK is a budget-friendly point-and-shoot with a 27 mm wide-angle lens and 4× optical zoom. Its trade-offs include a tiny sensor, short battery life and lack of stabilization. Best suited for casual travelers and first-time photographers who value portability and low cost.
The VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam Glitter Pink offers 720p video, a flip-up selfie lens and a suite of creative tools, making it a playful kit for young creators. Its limited internal storage, short battery life and lack of wireless connectivity limit convenience. Best for children 5-10 who want an all-in-one creative camera with durable design.
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5 MP | 16 MPbest | |
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| ↓ lower better | 399 g | 117 gbest |
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2.4 in | 2.7 inbest | |
0.25 years | 1 yearsbest |
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Megapixels (MP) | 5 MP | 16 MP |
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Video Resolution | 720p | 1080p |
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Weight (g) | 399 g | 117 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 91 x 61 x 27 mm mm | 3.66x1.13x2.37 mm |
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Warranty (years) | 0.25 years | 1 years |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Size (in) | 2.4 in | 2.7 in |
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Battery Type | Lithium-ion rechargeable | AA |
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Professional reviewers commend the Creator Cam for delivering an all-in-one director experience with clear 720p video, green-screen effects and built-in games, while noting the limited internal memory and modest 5 MP photo resolution as drawbacks that necessitate a microSD card for full use.
Everyday users love the camera's fun creative tools-green screen, flip-up lens and games-and appreciate its easy USB charging and expandable storage, but they frequently complain about the need for a microSD card, short battery life, and basic image quality that falls short of smartphone standards.
“All-in-one creative kit sparks hours of fun with effects, games, and vlogging tools.”
“Durable for kids; clear 720p video even with movement.”
“Easy USB upload and expandable storage.”
Professional reviewers position the FZ45 as an ideal entry-level camera, emphasizing its user-friendly interface, compact build and basic Full HD video. While they commend its wide-angle lens and AA-battery convenience, they also caution that the tiny sensor, lack of viewfinder and limited battery endurance keep it from competing with higher-end compact models.
Casual users consistently praise the camera's simplicity, lightweight travel-friendliness and low cost, noting that it works well for everyday snapshots and family moments. Recurring criticisms focus on the need to buy an SD card separately, the brief battery life, and the absence of a viewfinder for precise composition.
