For low cost, but value for money spent, consider the Lubitel 166U. It has a non-interchangeable 75mm F/4.5 lens, takes both 120, and 220, film, comes with a msk which allows you to shoot either 6X6 without mask, or 6X4.5 with mask. It is no longer produced, but sold for $39.95 as little as 6 months ago, while still in production. Being a sought after semi-collectible it may cost more now. If your kid does not stay with photography, you have not lost much. If your kid is more serious about photography, and you have more money to spend, consider any of the Mamiya C-series cameras...the: C-2, C-3, C-22, C-33, C-220, and C-330. I have a C-330, and love it. They have interchangeable lenses, and are sharp. My C-330 can handle either 120, or 220, film. I think the C-220 does, too, while the others only take 120 film I think. The Lubitel is small, and light, and can fit in the pocket of a big winter coat I have. The Mamiyas are big, and heavy. So much for what I can recommend.
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