Conclusion: If you want a camera that you can rely on to take great shots under tricky conditions and put up with an unprecedented degree of punishment, the Olympus TG-1 is – in our
Conclusion: The TG-1 iHS has set the bar very high for itself, and we’re happy to say it just about reaches it. Tough cams are an increasingly popular breed, because consumers want...
Pros: Attachment lens options, Quick, easy-to-use settings, Bright, clear display, F2.0 lens is a big help with low-light shooting
Cons: A better sensor and more manual controls are on the wish list, Button click could be harder
Conclusion: No-nonsense styling and useful additions such as an AF-assist lamp and removable lens surround to enable the attachment of optional accessories add further to the Olympus
Pros: Rugged build and specs, Fast f2.0 lens, Great all-round image quality, Excellent macro shooting, Fast operation
Cons: GPS drains battery, Noise at high ISOs, Video jerky at telephoto settings, In-camera battery charging can be inconvenient
Summary: Want the meanest, toughest camera on the market? The TG-1 fits the bill, as long as you're not too fussy over perfect image and video quality.
Pros: Strong macro performance, A range of add-on lenses are available, Incredibly tough credentials
Cons: Lens zoom sound detracts from audio quality of video recordings, Overly saturated blue channel in some situations
Excerpt: The Tough TG-1 is the latest rugged digital compact camera from Olympus which has a 4x optical zoom f/2 lens which can also be used with special fisheye and tele
Pros: Extremely rugged, LED Illuminator, GPS & Electronic Compass, Good amount of rubber grip, Bright f/2.0 lens, Solid, metal body, Images have excellent colour reproduction
Cons: Panorama images don't stitch together very well, Zoom range is quite limited, Extra accessories are expensive
Conclusion: Die Bildqualität verhindert eine Spitzen-Platzierung. Die Fotos der TG-1 leiden unter der zu starken Weichzeichnung und dem Schärfeverlust am Bildrand.
Excerpt: Olympus prosegue la sua consolidata tradizione di fotocamere action con il modello Tough TG-1. Che la nuova ammiraglia sia materia da uomini duri si evince già dal nome.