First camera for a 9 year old.
Aug 22, 2020 16:57:39 #
motes wrote:
I’m looking for a beginner camera. The young photographer wants to take wildlife photo. Any suggestion on which camera would be a Entry level to get her started.
Thank you
Thank you
I would consult with Linda from Maine on Ugly Hedge Hogs. I believe she uses a Powershot SX50 or SX60 and gets amazing results. Point & Shoot with a decent telephoto. I'm sure she has some "tricks of the trade" she would be willing to share.
Aug 22, 2020 17:29:51 #
Tom Moore
Loc: Ojai, CA
My 19-year-old daughter, Stella, has done quite a bit of photography. But a couple of months ago she said she'd like to try shooting film. Out of a few choices, she picked a Nikkormat that had belonged to an old friend of mine, so she jumped all the way into manual everything! I also gave her a copy of The Camera, volume 1 of the old Time-Life library of photography.
It is, of course, entirely about film cameras, but it illustrates many useful ideas, like depth of field, and includes a terrific collection of beautifully reproduced photos.
Over many years of teaching, I've probably bought 20 copies of this book for students, and never spent more than $5 for it.
Money well spent, in my opinion.
It is, of course, entirely about film cameras, but it illustrates many useful ideas, like depth of field, and includes a terrific collection of beautifully reproduced photos.
Over many years of teaching, I've probably bought 20 copies of this book for students, and never spent more than $5 for it.
Money well spent, in my opinion.
Aug 22, 2020 17:41:14 #
Thank you all of the great insight. I know our 9 year old lady will enjoy her new activities. But your correct it may only last a few months but hopefully a life time.
Bjm
Bjm
Aug 22, 2020 17:46:29 #
Aug 22, 2020 18:05:00 #
cascom
Loc: Redmond
Granddad gave me a Brownie #2 in 1946 and took me into his darkroom. I have been hooked ever since. Find subjects that are easy to take and that he can enjoy his results. You might then try a bird feeder or a zoo/park. Teach him when the best times are for shooting. An enlargement might be a good reward.
Aug 22, 2020 18:09:44 #
Great question.
I’d look for
1. Small enough for 9 yo to handle easily
2. Don’t worry about how many buttons, etc. They will figure it out quicker than you can (sorry, but true)
3. How responsible is the child. There are cameras like the Vtech series which probably cannot be destroyed, but come loaded with special effects, games, and not so great picture quality. If your sure your 9 yo will respect and treat a camera other than as a toy, there are lots of good low price cameras that can start out as point and shoots but have shutter and aperture priority settings as she learns. I have a 8 yo grandson that is ready for that as he is no longer satisfied with the Vtech he got a year or 2 ago. Still suggest going for low price, because...9 yo
I’d look for
1. Small enough for 9 yo to handle easily
2. Don’t worry about how many buttons, etc. They will figure it out quicker than you can (sorry, but true)
3. How responsible is the child. There are cameras like the Vtech series which probably cannot be destroyed, but come loaded with special effects, games, and not so great picture quality. If your sure your 9 yo will respect and treat a camera other than as a toy, there are lots of good low price cameras that can start out as point and shoots but have shutter and aperture priority settings as she learns. I have a 8 yo grandson that is ready for that as he is no longer satisfied with the Vtech he got a year or 2 ago. Still suggest going for low price, because...9 yo
Aug 22, 2020 18:17:25 #
Also, here is a brief beginner camera review.
https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/best-cameras-for-kids
https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/best-cameras-for-kids
Aug 22, 2020 18:29:08 #
Aug 22, 2020 20:53:08 #
Sidwalkastronomy
Loc: New Jersey Shore
Tom Moore wrote:
My 19-year-old daughter, Stella, has done quite a ... (show quote)
Aug 23, 2020 00:25:18 #
I shoot Nikon, so I bought my 10 yo son a Nikon DSLR two years ago. But he had already been using an older second body I had and showed interest in learning the technical side of photography. Shooting with the same setup, we’re able to share lenses, etc. Was able to pick up a decent used body and kit lens used from KEH.com for like $200.
Aug 23, 2020 04:29:09 #
I would look into the bridge cameras as others have suggested. The zoom capabilities would suit the nature shots and they don't cost an arm and a leg.
Aug 23, 2020 13:52:12 #
I ran into the same question about 3 years ago. My youngest grand daughter and her family were going to Austria to visit my son who lives there. I wanted her to document the trip with some photos of her own. I looked through my collection of old film cameras and found what I thought was a perfect match for her age and her introduction into film photography. My choice was a Werra series 4, simple to use and advanced enought to offer a quality photo. About a 60 to 100 dollar value well spent / gifted to spark her new hobby. I have to admit she does prefer digital images on her Ipod or phone, I am not sure what she has but at least she is taking photos. David C.
Aug 24, 2020 04:46:35 #
Craig Meyer
Loc: Sparks, NV
You might try one of the obsolete smart phones hanging around on yours or other's shelves. Kids Love to compose on the screen. That would work as a start and could be abandoned for a newer camera quickly with no loss in investment. Viewfinders are definitely UNkool.
Aug 24, 2020 06:46:26 #
Craig Meyer wrote:
You might try one of the obsolete smart phones hanging around on yours or other's shelves. Kids Love to compose on the screen. That would work as a start and could be abandoned for a newer camera quickly with no loss in investment. Viewfinders are definitely UNkool.
To fit into the crowd and not be an oddball with a big clunky camera a smartphone is a must. It does not need to be activated as a phone. Consider when the rest of the kids are taking selfies and group selfies who the heck among them wants to cluster for a "real photographer?" NONE. Camera [smartphone] sophistication is a clip-on lens for wide-angle. Allow the child to be one of the groups of children... do no buy what you want... buy what allows them to fit in. look at shoes... they are not what you would buy, but the rest of the kids buy them...
Important.. a cell allows the photographer to be in the photo...
Aug 24, 2020 07:16:07 #
papaluv4gd
Loc: durham,ct
over the past 4 years . I have given away approx. 2 dozen cameras to mostly youngsters. My camera of choice were the Fuji hs 25,or 30 models. Lot's of features, built in 24-740 zoom. the take nice shots. these are somewhat older models, but all but 1 had to be replaced. Only real downside is the buffer speed. take about 1 1/2 sec,to buffer each shot. In high speed mode,they will do I think 6 fps.
My average cost per camera was approx. $75.00. Got them all on ebay. Good luck. tough keeping youngsters interested in actual camera, instead of smartphones.
My average cost per camera was approx. $75.00. Got them all on ebay. Good luck. tough keeping youngsters interested in actual camera, instead of smartphones.
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