The latest Kenko Tokina Toy Camera line makes photography more fun
In an age when smartphones can do almost anything, the need for cameras seems to dwindle. When the phones of today seem to capture perfectly sharp images and videos at every click, sometimes it's more fun to use a camera that encourages more play and spontaneity. Toy cameras bring this element of excitement and a sense of being hands-on that can't be replicated even by the most advanced smartphones. It never guarantees the perfect shot and that's why it's fun.
The new Kenko Tokina 'Disney Character Toy Camera DSC-PIENI M' doubles down on that play instinct. Barely larger than a matchbox, it hides a 1/9-inch 1.22-megapixel CMOS behind a 3.2 mm F2.8 lens, records 1280 × 960 JPEG stills, and even captures 720p video with sound. A 0.96-inch LCD lets you frame the action, while onboard storage slots accept microSDHC cards up to 32 GB. Its ISO is locked at 100, and the shutter is fixed at 1/100 s, making it all the more fun to shoot with. It uses a built-in Li-ion cell recharged over USB-C, and the box ships with a neck strap so the camera can double as an accessory.
Best of all, Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, Pooh or Baymax adorn the shell and greet you with a voice clip every time you power up or press the shutter.
Priced from ¥10,000, it's a great way to practice your photography skills.
Source: Kakaku.com
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