I bought this camera for my 6 year old son at the time, who has great interest in photographing. Since the tots fall definitely something down, it should of course be a child-friendly camera with a rugged housing. The build quality is really good and perfect for children. Since there are nothing to complain about! The battery consumption has me but just shocked because the manufacturer no batteries can be used. So allow the same amount of money on batteries at much photo fun. My son has come very well with the camera. The image processing options have made it a lot of fun. For water-proof housing, I can not say anything because it's never been used. But when he wanted to print some photos, the disappointment was great. The quality of the photos is very poor and to print and hang absolutely unsuitable. After 2years the camera has given up the ghost, a bit too early in my opinion. For that it was used only in good conditions, I would have a longer shelf life expected. To play the camera is fine but if a child wants to take beautiful photos, then better yet buy another!