Have you heard? Retro is in! From the comeback of Polaroids and 35mm film, we welcome back our “Y2K” digital cameras. In this era of camera technology, people go crazy for the bright digicam flashes that transform your 2025 photo into a snap from the early 2000s!
Do you feel like you want one too but don’t want to spend around 20,000 Philippine pesos? Fret not! Straying from legacy camera brands like Canon, Sony, Nikon, etc., come new up-and-coming brands that offer budget-friendly cameras. At price ranges under 2,000 PHP, these cameras are easily becoming a trend. Here are some of the viral digital cameras that are making noise on TikTok.
Vetek 1
Price: ₱1,799 (as of May 6, 2025)
From the brand Vetek is Vetek 1, their 44 megapixel camera. Coming in with a 16x digital zoom and flash, the Vetek 1 supports normal photo, time-lapse photo, continuous photo at photo resolutions 3M, 5M, 8M, 12M, 20M, 24M, 30M, and 44M. Going into video taking, this camera supports normal video, time-lapse video, loop video, and slow motion video at resolutions 4K 30FPS; 2.7K 30FPS; 1080P @60/ 30FPS; and 720P @120/60/30FPS. Perfect for quick shoots, the Vetek 1 has a 1200mAh battery, allowing you to take photos for 30-90 minutes and videos for at least 60-90 minutes. Plus, it comes in five fun colors ready to match your personality!
Kitbeez KC1
Price: ₱1,561 (as of May 6, 2025)
Coming from the brand Kitbeez is the Kitbeez KC1, a 48 megapixel camera. Equipped with a 16x digital zoom and flash, this camera can take high-quality photos. With face priority, smile capture, and continuous shot, striking a pose will be effortless. The KC-1 also includes an anti-shake feature and can record up to 4K, making sure that your videos are stabilized without compromising the quality. You don’t even have to worry about editing anymore, as the camera provides 23 filters ready for use. However, packed with a 550mAh Lithium-ion battery, the KC1 may not last you the entire day. The fun and sleek KC1 is available in black, silver, and pink, and a special edition pink cat design!
Kitbeez KC2
Price: ₱1,728 (as of May 6, 2025)
Also from the brand Kitbeez, is their 56 megapixel Kitbeez KC2. Like the KC1, the KC2 features a 16x digital zoom, flash, supporting face priority, smile capture, and continuous shot. Their difference? With 56 megapixels, the KC2 can take higher-quality photos with autofocus and record videos at 1080p high-definition recording. The KC2 also has a better battery life at 750 mAh, allowing you to enjoy the camera for a day! The KC2 can be yours in black, silver, and orange!
Covey Tec K09
Price: ₱1,803.12 (as of May 6, 2025)
Finally, from the brand Covey Tec, is the famous K09 Digital Camera. This 48 megapixel camera comes with an 8x digital zoom and flash. When recording videos, the camera’s video resolutions are: 1280x720HD, 640×480 VGA, 320×240 QVGA, and it is equipped with a microphone and an anti-shake feature, making it a good vlogging buddy. The K09 also has a facial recognition feature, smile shot, and continuous shooting, guaranteeing good quality photos. However, with a 550 mAh Li-ion battery, the K09 may not be the best for long shoots. The K09 can be bought in black, silver, white, red, and pink.
Think you’re ready to jump into the digicam trend?
If you’ve already got your eyes set on one, don’t forget to buy matching keychains, straps, and stickers to make your camera more you! But if you haven’t, check out the selections of Vetek, Kitbeez, and Covey Tec, as they offer not just one, but multiple models with different features and cutting-edge technology. Whether you’re taking a selfie that slays or just recording a “day in the life”, there’s sure to be a digicam that will fit your style. So grab a digicam now, and relive the Y2K magic—one flash at a time!