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Polaroid IS048 Waterproof Instant Sharing 16 MP Digital Portable Handheld Action Camera

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  • HD Polaroid CAMERA: The Polaroid IS048 Waterproof Instant Sharing Digital Camera is the ultimate digital action camera for beginners and experts alike! Our instant camera shoots in HD 720p, giving you a great vlogging camera or camera for YouTube adventures. The video camera camcorder is also excellent for those in need of sport cameras or homemade movie cameras, giving you 16 Megapixel still photos at the push of a button!
  • TOUGH & WATERPROOF: Need some new blogging or YouTube equipment that can handle a little wear and tear? The Polaroid waterproof camera is certified to work as an underwater camera for depths of up to 10ft, giving you great vlog cameras or video cameras for vacations and poolside events! Our digital video camera is a great point and shoot camera for all sorts of photography and video, giving you a video recorder and HD camera that can handle almost anything!
  • EASY TO USE DIGITAL CAMERA: The Polaroid IS048 HD video camera is simple to use and compatible with most camera mounts, making it a great recording camera for YouTube and other social media sites. The simple design also makes this a great Polaroid camera for kids! Whether you need a sports camera for the big game or a HD camcorder for the summer, our video recording equipment and professional video camera accessories have everything you need to capture the moment!
  • 2.4'' PREVIEW SCREEN: Our digital cameras 2.4 inch preview screen allows you to view your Polaroid instant camera photos and videos immediately after shooting, giving you the complete filming camera kit package for anyone in need of a small video camera or digital camcorder. Excellent as a kids video camera or photo camera for beginners, our video recorder camera allows you to capture all of lifes best moments and view them instantly on your preview screen!
  • SATISFACTION : Polaroid prides itself on providing high quality video and photography cameras for the beginner and professional photographer alike. However, if you are unsatisfied with your purchase for any reason, just send us a message and well take care of you! Whether youre looking for an HD YouTube Camera for vlogging or kids Polaroid camera for learning photographers, the Polaroid IS048 Waterproof Digital Action Camera has you covered!

Compatible Mountings: Polaroid IS048


Aspect Ratio: 169


Photo Sensor Technology: CMOS


Supported File Format: JPEG


Image Stabilization: Digital


Optical Zoom: 1


Maximum Aperture: 1 f


Expanded ISO Minimum: 100


Brand: Polaroid


Model Name: VIVIS048RED


Compatible Mountings: Polaroid IS048


Aspect Ratio: 169


Sensor Type: CMOS


File Format: JPEG


Image stabilization: Digital


Maximum Aperture: 1 f


Expanded ISO Minimum: 100


Photo Sensor Resolution: 16 MP


Photo Sensor Size: Other


Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/30 seconds


Minimum Shutter Speed: 0.33333333333 seconds


Exposure Control: Automatic


Form Factor: Ultracompact


Effective Still Resolution: 16.01


Special Feature: Waterproof


Color: Red


Screen Size: 2.4 Inches


Shooting Modes: Underwater


Item Weight: 1.01 Pounds


Video Resolution: 720p


Viewfinder: Electronic


Flash Modes: Automatic


Camera Flash: no flash


Skill Level: Professional


Specific Uses For Product: photography


Compatible Devices: Computers, smartphones, tablets, external storage devices (microSD cards)


Continuous Shooting: 30 FPS


Aperture modes: F2.8


Video Capture Format: AVI


Expanded ISO Maximum: 51200


Connectivity Technology: USB


Wireless Technology: Wi-Fi


Total USB Ports: 1


Total Video Out Ports: 1


Display Type: LCD


Display Maximum Resolution: 1280 x 720


Has Color Screen: Yes


Display Resolution Maximum: 16 MP


Flash Memory Type: Micro SD


Memory Slots Available: 1


Recording Capacity: 60 Minutes


Flash Memory Speed Class: 4


Flash Memory Video Speed Class: 6


Compatible Flash Memory Type: microSD


JPEG Quality Level: Normal


Supported Image Format: JPEG


Total Still Resolution: 16 MP


Maximum Image Size: 16 MP


Optical Zoom: 1


Lens Type: Other


Zoom: Digital Zoom


Camera Lens: Telephoto


Minimum Focal Length: 18 Millimeters


Real Angle Of View: 62.2 Degrees


White Balance Settings: Underwater


Brand: Polaroid


Model Name: VIVIS048RED


Built-In Media: Camera Body & Accessories


Are Batteries Included: No


Model Number: IS048


Remote Included: No


Model Series: IS048


Series Number: 1


Global Trade Identification Number: 61


UPC: 021331067661


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Manufacturer Part Number: IS048


Manufacturer: Polaroid


Warranty Description: 1-Year


Age Range Description: Kid


Digital-Still: Yes


Movie Mode: Yes


Image Capture Type: Stills & Video


Night vision: No


Auto Focus Technology: Contrast Detection


Focus Features: Contrast Detection Autofocus


Autofocus Points: 1


Focus Type: Auto Focus


Focus Mode: Automatic AF (AF-A)


Autofocus: Yes


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Color: Teal
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i use this pretty frequently as this was a gift. it did not come with an SD card. i don’t remember if it came with batteries however. I feel like i frequently have to change out the batteries though so im not sure if it’s the camera or the batteries im using being weird. I also had an issue with it a few months after i had gotten it where the screen just froze and would not take a pictures, it would only turn off and on. i do like the pictures it takes though ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2026 by Ceci
    • Price is tempting for a first time kids camera but DO NOT purchase!
Color: Teal
Haven't even gotten a chance to use this camera because we've run into all the issues everyone else has reviewed it poorly for. Instructions are minimal at best. We had the 'stuck on "Welcome" screen' issue but somehow my husband fixed that issue. There is no warning that you need just a plain SD card and not what every other seller is selling online (SDXC etc.) We went through two different sets of Micro SD cards until we realized that was a thing. Additionally buttons are not well labeled/easily readable and it is difficult to get the hang of how to use them to navigate the camera menu. There is a trouble shooting print out that comes with the camera but none mentioned how to fix the issues we were having. Instructions briefly mention you might need to download new firmware but does not give specifics of how to do that. That and it mentions you might need to format your card but if you're having issues with the card in the first place you can't get to the menu to preform the format. Among other things, the screen is grainy and looks like it already beat up but it hasn't even made it out the door to summer camp with our 8 year old. I do not recommend buying this camera. You get what you pay for. Straight from China piece of junk made of poor quality and sub par functionality. I returned this and bought a higher price point camera asap. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2025 by TCGallagher
    • Surprisingly lightweight
Color: Blue
So this camera is above all else incredibly lightweight, almost feeling like a toy. It needs two AAA batteries to work and a Micro SD card, neither are included in the kit. Granted, this does have its pros and cons as rechargeable batteries for cameras can be very specific and costly if you want backups, but any AAA batteries will work for this, just make sure you have them on hand. For stuff like this I tend to buy rechargeable batteries so I essentially have exactly what I need just in a different form to keep this powered up. In terms of picture quality, it ranges from low quality, about 2m up to 16m, depending on your preferences and storage space for your device. The interface is fine, you'll get used to it eventually if this is your first time using a Polaroid or digital camera. Not exactly intuitive but, again, it will just take a couple uses to get in the groove of using this quickly. Initial setup was simple enough to figure out in terms of setting up my language and time/date. There's a function to automatically send photos to a social media account of your choice, do I haven't really mess with that too much. I got this as a gift from my mother for upcoming trips and cruises on the horizon. The strap included wraps around tightly and gives a good grip around your wrist in case of sudden drops or going over Bridges and you do not want to risk the camera falling away. The waterproof casing is something I have yet to fully test but it is noticeable mostly around the battery port which is pretty tricky to open, at least with one hand, and has a Tight Seal around to protect the battery and memory card so do use a bit of force when pushing this open. The data cable is fine, pretty standard USB type a cable for transferring photos back and forth between computers and the camera itself. The color is extremely accurate for the product, a very distinctive vibrant blue, and the matching silicone case is the same general color but provides a stronger grip all around the camera to make this easy to use for beginners or Pros alike. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2023 by *SS**N*NTV
    • Okay camera.
Color: Black
The quality of this camera is reflective of its price. Not the best out there. It is easy to use, and the photo quality is just meh. It kind of has that vintage feel to it, grainy for sure. Only takes the microSD, which is hard to use sometimes. The camera itself is a good size and I like that it came with a case. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2025 by K
    • Brief Fun for Kids
Color: Teal
Takes pretty good pics for price. Did not last long with 10 year old grandson before broken. Fun while it lasted.
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2026 by Lance
    • one of, if not my favorite purchases
Color: Red
this camera is now my baby. i've taken it to two different countries, multiple different states, different milestones in my life. it is wonderful!! my only complaint is its battery life being so short. i can typically get a day's use out of it before it completely dies, however, that is not the most efficient when traveling. to combat this problem, i also bought a pack of rechargeable batteries and those seem to work just fine. they die just as quickly, however im not constantly buying batteries. i have yet to try the camera underwater, so i can't attest to that, however i dont doubt its durability to be waterproof. all in all, if you are looking for a digital camera just for fun, this is definitely the best option. it's affordable, easy to travel with, and is perfect for anyone. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2025 by sofia
    • Toy cameras are better made
Color: Teal
Reviews said the quality was poor. I was willing to give it try as I thought the reviews were maybe a bit harsh considering the price point of this camera. But my 2yr olds vtech toy camera is literally better made. The Pic quality itself does not seem bad for the price point but the buttons are poorly fitted, feel like they will break when you press down on them. Worst of all is the battery compartment Latch. It is a cheap poorly fitted plastic lock Latch. Sliding to unlock position did nothing cause the Latch had shifted. So I had to try push sideways so when I slid it to the unlock/ lock it would either unlock or catch the lock. And on top of all that it felt like the Latch was going to pop out, so while shifting sideways I had to hold it down tight to stop it from just popping out. I was frankly shocked that a $20 toy camera was literally a better and more sturdy build than this Polaroid. Such a disappointment for a brand name camera. Would expect some sort of basic standard quality! I'm guessing it's the luck of the draw if you get one where the Latch is better fitted than others. And I get it's a super low end price point for a brand camera... but it's still over $50 and the point of going for a branded camera is the expectation of decent quality. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2024 by A BH
    • Not worth the hassle. Wish it worked though
Color: Black
Note you need a micro SD card, not SDXC. I bought a high gig SDXC card and it didn’t work with it and came up with a “Card Error” Message. So I then got the lowest, 32 GB SDHD memory card and it worked fine! But after literally two days, it stopped working. It now says, “Memory card not ready” then proceeds to the same message as before saying “Card Error.” You definitely get what you pay for- so you get $50 photo quality. Audio on videos is really bad. Even though I bought the camera on Amazon, when I was talking to the target employee about the memory card and showed him the camera I have (they had them for sale at target too), he said a lot of people have been coming back to return them because they’ve been having issues with this camera- so I definitely am returning and just going to buy a nicer, expensive digital camera. ... show more
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