Olympus Stylus Tough cameras at CES 2013 (pictures)
A leader in rugged point-and-shoots, Olympus announced three new models at CES including an update to its flagship, TG-1.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
LAS VEGAS--Olympus announced the Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS (that's a mouthful) at CES 2013. The update to the camera maker's top rugged camera, the TG-1, it retains its key feature an f/2.0 lens.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
The camera measures just over an inch thick and weighs 8.1 ounces, and it feels like it can take some abuse. It is rated to survive drops of up to 6.6 feet, temperatures down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, dives in water down to 50 feet for up to an hour, and up to 220 pounds of crushing weight.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
Olympus added an Aperture priority mode.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
The two openings on the camera are protected by double-locking doors with big gaskets.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
A look at the battery and SDXC card compartment.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
The TG-2 has a new Microscopic Macro function that digitally boosts zoom magnification from 4x to 14x.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
There were some complaints that there was a ticking sound when recording movies with the TG-1. I couldn't confirm if this had been fixed, but will definitely test it when I get my hands on one.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS
The TG-2 hits stores in black and red versions in March for $379.99.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-830 iHS
Olympus also announced two other rugged cameras, the Stylus Tough TG-830 iHS and TG-630 iHS. The former is waterproof down to 33 feet, shockproof from 6.6-foot drops, crushproof up to 220 pounds, freezeproof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, and dustproof. The latter is waterproof to 16 feet, shockproof to 5.5 feet, freezeproof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, and dustproof.
Both available in March; the TG-830 iHS is $279.99, and the TG-630 iHS is $199.99.More Galleries
My Favorite Shots From the Galaxy S24 Ultra's Camera
My Favorite Shots From the Galaxy S24 Ultra's Camera
20 Photos
Honor's Magic V2 Foldable Is Lighter Than Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra
Honor's Magic V2 Foldable Is Lighter Than Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra
10 Photos
The Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus Looks Sweet in Aluminum
The Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus Looks Sweet in Aluminum
23 Photos
Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra Now Has a Titanium Design
Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra Now Has a Titanium Design
23 Photos
I Took 600+ Photos With the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Look at My Favorites
I Took 600+ Photos With the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Look at My Favorites
34 Photos
17 Hidden iOS 17 Features You Should Definitely Know About
17 Hidden iOS 17 Features You Should Definitely Know About
18 Photos
AI or Not AI: Can You Spot the Real Photos?