{
  "id": 9532917,
  "title": "Kids love instant print cameras, but refills are pricey. This new kid camera prints in full color for about 50 cents / 20p each",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/kids-love-instant-print-cameras-but-refills-are-pricey-this-new-kid",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-24T08:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Camera World",
    "slug": "digital-camera-world",
    "url": "https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/cameras/instant-cameras/kids-love-instant-print-cameras-but-refills-are-pricey-this-new-kid-camera-prints-in-full-color-for-about-50-cents-20p-each"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Instant cameras designed for children provide both the ability to capture and print photos, yet such print refills can be costly or limited to black-and-white thermal options. However, the new Photo Creator Instant Color Camera from Canal Toys caters specifically to kids, with each print costing less than 50 cents / 20p. Designed for ages 6 and up, this digital camera features an integrated photo printer. While many hybrid digital-instant cameras use expensive Zink paper, instant film, or thermal receipt paper that only produces monochrome images, the Photo Creator Instant Color utilizes a built-in printer that requires both photo paper and an ink cartridge, resulting in refill packs priced under those of Zink and instant film refills. A 100-pack of print refills costs approximately $48 / £20, equating to about 50 cents / 20p per photo. The camera comes with 100 prints pre-installed. Featuring a 2.4-inch screen, children can apply filters, frames, and stickers before printing their photos. Although the camera's resolution remains undisclosed, it can capture both stills and videos. It is equipped with a built-in flash for low-light and indoor photography, and includes some built-in memory, expandable with a separate microSD card. The camera utilizes a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Although numerous hybrid digital instant cameras exist, including kid-friendly models, the new camera distinguishes itself by offering full-color prints at a lower refill cost. Priced at around $130 / £90 / AU$153, the Photo Creator Instant Color Camera is now available, complete with enough ink and paper for 100 photos.",
  "summary": "The Photo Creator Instant Color is a kid-friendly hybrid digital-instant camera built to keep the cost of refills down",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}