Is the Kodak Pixpro FZ45 good for beginners?

Yes. It has simple controls, a modest zoom and automatic modes, so it suits kids and first-time camera users. Expect good daylight photos only.

Does it take better photos than a phone?

In good light the optical zoom gives it an edge for distant subjects. Indoors and at night a modern phone usually wins on detail and noise.

It runs on two AA batteries, so you can replace them anywhere. Rechargeable AAs cut running costs.

Yes. Stabilization helps steady handheld shots, especially at the long end of the zoom, but it does not fix motion blur from moving subjects.

Yes, but video is basic and below what most phones capture. Treat it as a stills camera first.

Typically the camera, a wrist strap, AA batteries and a USB cable. A memory card is usually not included, so buy an SD card separately.

At TED'S Electronics, for $165.99, as of our latest check.

3 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, TED'S Electronics, Newegg.

$165.99at TED'S ElectronicsChecked 4 h ago

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