Rugged, weather-sealed design
Its weather-sealed compact body is designed for hikers, divers, and outdoor families.
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Tough TG-6
A highly regarded waterproof compact camera with excellent macro modes and rugged construction. It remains very popular among hikers, divers, and outdoor families.
General Information
BrandOlympus
NameTough TG-6
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Product Highlights
Versatile close-up and zoom shooting
Excellent macro modes pair with a fixed 4x optical zoom lens covering a 25–100mm equivalent range.
Fast 4K capture
Record 4K video, shoot bursts at up to 20 fps, and capture supported footage at frame rates up to 120 fps.
The Olympus Tough TG-6 is a weather-sealed compact camera with a 12 MP BSI-CMOS sensor, a fixed 4x optical zoom lens, 4K video, and built-in Wi-Fi.
Media Reviews
DPReview76/100
Olympus TG-6 review: the best waterproof camera on the market
The camera is praised for its rugged design, fast wide-angle lens, macro capabilities, and Raw support, remaining the best waterproof camera available despite limitations inherent to its class.
Trusted Reviews
Olympus TG-6 Review
While not a necessary upgrade for TG-5 owners, the TG-6 is considered the best waterproof, indestructible camera for adventurous users needing a durable shooter.
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Digital Camera World
Olympus Tough TG-6 review
A modest refresh of its predecessor, the TG-6 is highlighted as the premier everything-proof camera for extreme environments, even if it does not warrant an upgrade for TG-5 owners.
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Creative Bloq7/10
Olympus Tough TG-6 review
The camera is deemed the best tough compact for extreme conditions due to its durability and features, though users should temper expectations regarding image quality given its small sensor.
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Points | 25 | |
| Battery Life | 340 shots | shots |
| Body Type | Compact | |
| Burst Shooting Speed | 20 fps | fps |
| Connectivity Options | Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n), USB 2.0, HDMI (micro HDMI) | |
| Display Type And Size | Fixed TFT LCD, 3.0 in | inches |
| Image Stabilization | Image stabilization ("movie IS") | |
| Iso Range | Auto, ISO 100-12800 | |
| Lens Type | Fixed 4x optical zoom lens (25–100mm equivalent) | |
| Max Frame Rate | 120 fps | fps |
| Optical Zoom | 4 x | x |
| Sensor Resolution | 12 MP | MP |
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | |
| Storage Support | SD, SDHC, SDXC (UHS-I support) | |
| Video Resolution | 4K | |
| Viewfinder Type | none | |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | |
| Weight | 253 g | g |
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