What is typically included in the box:

- The camera itself

- USB charging cable (Micro USB or USB-C)

- Wrist strap or lanyard

- User manual (usually a small fold-out sheet)

- Sometimes: a small sticker set or decorative stickers for the camera body

What is almost never included (prepare to buy separately):

- MicroSD card: As mentioned in Q6, this is the essential accessory that catches most parents off guard. Buy a 32 GB Class 10 MicroSD from SanDisk, Samsung, or Kingston — $5–$10.

- Carrying case: A small padded pouch or hard case protects the camera when it is tossed into a backpack. Third-party generic camera pouches in "small" or "XS" size usually fit.

- Screen protector: The plastic screen will accumulate scratches rapidly. A generic phone screen protector trimmed to size helps enormously.

- Extra charging cable: Kids lose cables. Having a spare in the car or the travel bag saves frustration.

- Microfiber cloth: For lens cleaning. Teach the child to use it.

Optional but useful:

- Power bank — for recharging on day trips

- SD card reader — if your computer does not have a built-in SD slot