$449.00
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Water proof (50 feet /15 meter), dust proof, shock proof (7 feet / 2.1 meter), crush proof (100 kgf), freeze proof (14 degree Fahrenheit / -10 degree Celsius), anti-fog
High resolution F2.0 lens, maximum 8x zoom, true pic VIII, back illuminated CMOS image sensor
Variable macro system comprised of 4 macro shooting modes, magnified shooting up to 1 centimeter from the end of the lens
5 underwater shooting modes including underwater microscope, 3 underwater white balance modes
4K movie and full HD 120 fps high speed movies can be recorded. Battery life – Approx. 340 Images (using Toshiba SDHC UHS-I Card Exceria with is on, based on CIPA testing standards). Approx. 50 minutes (under standard JEITA testing). Approx. 110 minutes (when zoom and other operational functions are not used). When repeatedly recording at the maximum time of 29 minutes
| Product Dimensions | 2.6 x 4.4 x 1.3 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 9 ounces |
| ASIN | B07RC8HPHL |
| Item model number | Olympus TG-6 Red |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included) |
| Date First Available | May 22, 2019 |
| Manufacturer | Olympus |
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B –
This camera is what I use for taking pictures of insects and spiders. Very easy to use and I made a Youtube video on how to use it called:Olympus Tough TG-5 Macro photography & How To Take Great Closeups Of Small Things & microscope modeI’m also making a book that I’m almost done with and It will be available on Amazon very soon and is called:Bugs of Oregon Macro photography of Willamette ValleyI started taking macro pictures of tiny bugs with my phone years ago but for Christmas, I was gifted the Olympus Tough TG-5 and macro photography immediately turned into my favorite hobby. Unfortunately, I lost my original camera so I got this new Olympus Tough TG-6 and this camera is just as good! It’s also waterproof and I swam with it under the oceans of Kauai, Hawaii and it works great! There are also lots of water accessories that can be purchased for it but so far, I’ve only used the LED light guide which I explained in my Youtube videos. This light is a must-have for taking close-ups of things like flowers and bugs because it lights up the stage!
Paul FruehaufPaul Fruehauf –
I was looking for a compact waterproof camera for kayaking and to use around our pond. I was hesitant to get the TG-6 because of the missing viewfinder and static LCD screen. The sample photos I saw in researching the camera convinced me to give it a try. The samples were right. I was amazed at the macro ability and underwater quality. Though the camera has no manual setting, it offers a surprising amount of manual adjustments. My sample photos are out of camera, not retouched, except for cropping. I hope they help.
arnmacarnmac –
I used this camera on a 12-day backpacking trip and 4 additional days of travel. I purchased 4 additional Kastar batteries to keep me powered while on the trail. The total of 5 batteries kept me shooting pictures and video the entire trip. I kept the camera at a ready in my pocket the entire time. It was quick to turn on and turn off when I was done. I was able to catch all the shots that I wanted to take even with the camera off.The picture quality was fantastic and the Auto mode automatically adapted to almost every picture environment I tried it in. The Microscope feature is the most fantastic!Overall I only have 2 complaints about the camera.1. It does not come with a lens cap. I used my 3d printer and printed one of Thingiverse.com that I could quickly flip open.2. You have to remember to use the “record” button on the back to start/stop a video. By default I still find myself hitting the shutter button. (4 star)The best feature I did not realize it had was the GPS functionality while the camera was not in use. By clicking the INFO button I was presented with a digital compass, lat/long, altitude, barometric pressure, and temperature. With my camera set to use GPS in battery saver mode, my attitude was always off by 200 – 600 feet but after spending time at a set altitude it was within 100ft accuracy.
Emily AC –
Wow! I have several point-and-shoots as well as a Canon 50D and I kept running into the same situation: I needed a pocket-sized camera that could handle sand, water, and everyday situations. I have 2 small kids and those are the environments I’m in.I just put the Olympus T-6 through 3 times in the ocean, 3 times in the pool, and in the actual sand while building a sandcastle IN ONE DAY…I’m so so so impressed. It’s true, the lack of a manual is pretty dumb but the quick-start guide gave you what you need. I would not have been able to figure out how to even open the battery compartment without that guide though so take your time! Lastly, I had read another review that lamented the lack of a wall charger,which I assumed meant one of the cartridge case ones that plug in the wall. This camera comes with a usb cord that plugs into the wall. It’s perfectly fine! It was a TERRIFIC buy for me and I am so so so so excited to keep using it.
Ted –
After I am going to test the camera, my review will be updated, but for now, is a shame for a camera priced at $450 the manufacturer is not providing a printed user manual, and a battery charger.Updated review….After two returns performed for various reasons, I got a flawless working camera.Tested the camera on various settings and environments, I can say ,…. is a good choice.Very good quality photos and videos above and under water. No issues.Loaded with lots of features on a small package.Battery life, pretty good for original battery and also for aftermarket batteries purchased.Finally, I think this is the best on the market
FELIPE GALVAN –
seriously??? this camera delivers!!! for the price, please!!!!???? I own professional equipment… sony alpha 7iii, Nikon D750, lots of lenses on these two cameras plus more cameras with even more lenses and… this small camera… great!!! really!!! don’t expect same results of what a professional camera can do in the hands of a professional… but this camera on the hands of a professional… can do more than a beginner with the more expensive equipment…would that suffice?
Maggie MMaggie M –
I did a TON of research on this little cutie of a camera. I was very, very, terrified to put it into the water the first time. I literally felt like I was holding a $500 bill (do those exist?) and waving it into hurricane winds, just hoping it would not blow away. Eek! But I was super careful, and made sure all the seals were locked, and it survived MANY hours submerged in salt water in Maui and Kauai, while I snapped hundreds of shots.There is a bit of a learning curve, but if you put your mind to it, you can just flip through the settings and get some photos that, with just a little bit of editing will astound you.Of the four photos attached to this review, the one of the boy snorkeling is 100% unedited. The other three just have some easy color-balancing and light-balancing done, so they look like they did to my eye seeing them for the first time. I have not done any complicated editing to any of these shots.I am SO excited to take my little Baby TG-6 out snorkeling again, as soon as I possible can. Maybe the Big Island next!! LOLGreat little camera. 🙂
KO6JW –
I own a lot of cameras from 4X5 view cameras, Hasselblad, Canon EOS 5D MkIV and mirrorless cameras. So why would I buy this camera? I wanted a pocket sized camera that was rugged, water resistant and freeze resistant. I travel frequently to Alaska and shoot in difficult conditions. I wanted a camera that could shoot raws for processing in DXO Photolab, Lightroom and Photoshop. I did not expect professional quality images – just a go anywhere camera. The TG-6 seems to fill that need.It is ironic that an experienced photographer can pick up a professional camera and start shooting right away whereas with this camera you need to spend some time learning its many features to get the best results. The TG-6 has many modes to choose from including panoramas, HDR, focus stacking and macro as well as micro photography. Some of the auto modes and special features only work as jpg images. It also offers “manual” modes like aperture and shutter speed priority. These are much more limited than full size cameras, but are workable with a little practice.I mainly used aperture priority raw shooting. Aperture settings are mainly controlled by the focal length. In other words the aperture will decrease with focal length. Manually setting the aperture is very limited. For example, at maximum zoom the default aperture is f6.3 which can be set to f4.9 or f18. That’s it. Cameras with small sensors typically do not do well with small apertures. They lose sharpness. Thus, you would likely want to use f6.3. Autofocus seems to be reasonably accurate using a Spyder Lenscal. You can lock focus by pressing the shutter half-way and then reframing the shot. Good depth of field may need some practice.The 12 megapixel raw images definitely need some processing. I’m using DXO Photolab 3 which has a profile for this camera. Some additional sharpening can be achieved with the NIK raw presharpener used very sparingly. The images won’t hold up to enlarging to any great extent, but will be adequate for screen display and Facebook. Large prints could be problematical. Avoid high ISO’s as they will be very noisy.The automatic features of this camera are intriguing. Macro and micro shots are amazing. You will need the ring light attachment, however. Panoramas are easy to do, but may have darker streaks where they knit together. This can be adjusted out with software. The HDR capability is very very limited compared to larger cameras. Night shooting settings are easy to use, but will produce noisy images of little value.I have not tested the underwater capabilities. Nor have I tested the video to any great extend. Not comments on those modes.I prefer cameras with real viewfinders. The screen on this camera is limited, but adequate even in bright sunlight.The old saying that the best camera to shoot with is the one you have with you is very true with the TG-6. It is more versatile and rugged than a cell phone. It shoots raws and you can cary it anywhere. It is not a professional camera, of course, but it will do very well once you learn how to shoot with it.