Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS Waterproof Camera - Red
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS Waterproof Camera - Red
The most sophisticated rugged point-and-shoot on the market, the Olympus TG-2 iHS was designed with the serious photographer in mind. In addition to its Shockproof (7ft/2.1m), Crushproof (220lbf/100kgf), Freezeproof (14_F/-10_C), Dustproof design, the TG-2 iHS dives deeper than ever before with an astounding waterproof depth rating of 50 feet (15m) without a housing. But dont be fooled, this cameras not only for the avid scuba diver, its for active photographers who wont sacrifice image quality and performance.
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Custom Options
Add a Lens Adapter for the Camera
The fisheye converter lens FCON-T01 dedicated for use with TG-1 & TG-2 allows wide-angle shooting without sacrificing the brightness of the f2.0 lens.
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The most sophisticated rugged point-and-shoot on the market, the Olympus TG-2 iHS was designed with the serious photographer in mind. In addition to its Shockproof (7ft/2.1m), Crushproof (220lbf/100kgf), Freezeproof (14_F/-10_C), Dustproof design, the TG-2 iHS dives deeper than ever before with an astounding waterproof depth rating of 50 feet (15m) without a housing. But dont be fooled, this cameras not only for the avid scuba diver, its for active photographers who wont sacrifice image quality and performance. The TG-2 iHS is the only rugged camera on the market equipped with an ultra-bright, high-speed f2.0 lens*, allowing you to capture dramatic low light and high-speed action shots.
Paired with a 12 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and TruePic VI Image Processor that fuel Olympus cutting-edge iHS Technology, youll get amazing pro image quality and 1080p Full HD Videos in places that your DSLR camera just cant risk travelling. And with advanced functions like Aperture Priority mode, youll have even more control to capture the exact images that you want! Added features like next generation GPS & e.Compass, a 3.0 OLED monitor, Linear PCM Stereo audio recording, High-Speed Sequential Shooting up to 60 frames per second**, four underwater scene modes and two custom modes make this adventure cam stand out in the crowd! Looking for more? The TG-2 iHS is the only rugged camera to feature system expandability to put even more photographic control in your hands; use the telephoto converter lens to achieve even greater optical zoom range and artistic blur or the wide-angle fisheye lens for more expansive views, especially underwater. The completely waterproof system allows you to take your photography to places that your pro system can only dream of going.
POPULAR ACCESSORIES FOR THE TG-2 IHS
SUPERIOR OPTICS
HIGH-SPEED, ULTRA-BRIGHT f2.0 LENS
The TG-2 iHS is the is the only rugged camera on the market to include an ultra-bright, high-speed f2.0 lens* so you can capture scenes that were previously impossible with a point & shoot. This new lens strengthens the cameras shooting capabilities making high-quality images and blazing fast shutter speeds possible even when a flash cannot be used or when shooting fast action or in low light.
3.0" 610K OLED MONITOR
This 3.0, high-resolution OLED display (610K dots) provides excellent visibility outdoors enabling you to compose the perfect shot even in direct sunlight. And several protective coatings help to prevent scratches and cut down on reflective glare from bright lights and sun.
LIFEPROOF
WATERPROOF 50ft/15m
The TG-2 iHS crushes the notion that cameras are easily damaged by water and humidity. The Olympus-original complete sealing system and double lock construction borrowed from Olympus long history of manufacturing underwater housings ensures that the TG-1 iHS is completely waterproof down to a new depth of 50ft. Even on land, the TG-2 iHS ensures that youll never miss an awesome shot just because of heavy rain or snow.
SHOCKPROOF 7ft/2.1m
The shockproof structure of the TG-2 iHS ensures that your investment is protected. Carefully sandwiched between two protective frames, the lens and camera unit remain unfazed by bumps, drops, falls and other impacts. Even after repeated drops, critical camera components and functions like the lens, shutter, aperture and auto-focus remain safe. Drop, pick up, and keep on shooting.
CRUSHPROOF 220lbf/100kgf
No case, no problem! With a rugged body and reinforced LCD, the TG-2 iHS withstands up to 220 pounds of pressure so your camera and images are always protected.
FREEZEPROOF 14_F/-10_C
Keep shooting outdoors even in the winter. The TG-2 iHS is designed to keep operating at below freezing temperatures, safe from the two most common problems when shooting in cold weather: lens condensation and auto zoom malfunction. Hit the slopes, fire up your snowmobile, or break out the skates, because with the TG-2 iHS by your side, youll never miss those awesome wipe out moments.
DUSTPROOF
Dont let a little wind and dust ruin your plans or your camera! Take photos confidently in the driest conditions without worrying about destructive dirt and dust
WATER-REPELLENT LENS COATING
Splash after splash, never worry about water droplets obstructing your images thanks to the water-repellent lens coating that prevents water from remaining on the lens surface. And because its applied to the OLED monitor as well, composing shots in the rain or while riding the waves will be a breeze.
DOUBLE LOCK DURABILITY
With all the care that is put in to protecting the inner workings of your camera, it would be a shame for the system to fail because the battery door opens unintentionally. Thanks to the multi-directional, double-lock mechanism, your camera is protected from accidental openings under water.
OUTSTANDING
IMAGE QUALITY
iHS TECHNOLOGY
A powerful, DSLR-quality Image Processor and a cutting-edge BSI CMOS sensor come together to dramatically improve image quality with spectacular low-light performance, blazing fast autofocus, enhanced Intelligent Auto for spectacular scene and subject recognition and Super-Resolution Zoom.
APERTURE PRIORITY MODE
For added flexibility and creative control, Aperture Priority Mode allows you to manually adjust the aperture for optimal results. Simply set the mode dial to "A", to make adjustments.
MICROSCOPIC MACRO MODE
Check out every minute detail of your subjects by employing Macroscopic Macro Zoom. Combining the optical zoom and super resolution zoom, macro shooting factors equal to 7 to 14x (35mm conversion) are possible from a distance of 1 cm. Capture every nook and cranny with stunning clarity to bring you even closer to the microscopic world around us!
1080p FULL HD VIDEO WITH HDMI OUTPUT & CONTROL
A simple, one-touch button allows you shoot clear, crisp full HD videos in 1080p right from your camera.
HIGH-SPEED SEQUENTIAL SHOOTING
Shoot like a pro! With 10fps high-speed burst shooting, nail the perfect shot by taking a quick sequence of images at the touch of a button. Still afraid youll miss a moment? At 3MP, the frame rate increases to an astounding 60 shots per second. Youll have so many great shots, you wont be able to share just one!
ENHANCED iAUTO
In iAuto mode, the camera automatically detects the subject, lighting and situation to identify the scene youre shooting up to 30 different scenes including Night, Sport, Beach and Snow, Underwater Snapshot and Backlight HDR and adjusts the settings for ideal results. Leave it up to the TG-2 iHS to choose optimum settings so you can focus on capturing that amazing shot.
SYSTEM EXPANDABILITY
LENS ACCESSORIES THAT TAKE FUNCTIONALITY TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL.
FISHEYE CONVERTER LENS
Achieve panoramic wide-angle shots without sacrificing the brightness of the f2.0 lens. Even in darker underwater scenes down to 50ft., you can shoot wider, more dynamic images that beautifully reproduce underwater scenery. Waterproof to 50ft.
TELE CONVERTER LENS
Telephotography of 1.7x extends your optical zoom from 4x to nearly 7x. Get highly artistic shots that draw attention to the subject by blurring the background, and achieve higher shutter speeds while zooming in close on a subject on the move. Waterproof to 50ft.
LENS CONVERTER ADAPTER RING
Dont forget the adapter for your Fisheye or Tele Converter Lens! Already have a stash of favorite lens filters? The converter adapter can accommodate any 40.5mm filter.
UNDERWATER HOUSING
50 feet not deep enough for you? Dive to depths of 135 feet (45m) with the Olympus PT-053 underwater housing, designed specifically for the TG-2 iHS. Featuring a large, responsive shutter button, precision zoom lever and a tight O-ring main seal with safety lock, the PT-053 allows divers, from beginner to dive master, to capture worry-free images of unique underwater scenes.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR TG-2 iHS
The TG-2 iHS ships with a premium wrist strap and two front lens rings - one in red, one in black - so you can change up the look of your camera.
EXTREME VERSATILITY
GPS & e.COMPASS
The ideal travel guide. With the GPS and e.compass functions on the TG-2 iHS, location and landmark information will be displayed and recorded along with the image. The TG-2 iHS is also equipped with a logging function so you can track the route taken from recorded images by using applications such as Google Earth and Picasa. And with the brand new LI-90 battery, youll worry less about battery life and more about your next destination.
MANOMETER
Mark your spot on the map with the built-in manometer. Records elevation & water depth and even displays a warning when the user approaches a depth of 50ft.
AUTOMATIC UNDERWATER BALANCE
The Olympus TG-2 iHS boasts 4 different underwater scene modes -- Underwater Snapshot, Underwater Wide 1, Underwater Wide 2 and Underwater Macro -- each carefully calibrated to allow for optimal color balance, exposure and flash so you automatically get the best results. Beautiful underwater photos made simpler.
LED ILLUMINATOR
An LED Illuminator is like a mini-flashlight on the front of the camera to enhance focus and exposure for macro shooting great for underwater close-ups where light is scarce. The LED illuminator also works in conjunction with the flash to help illuminate your subject in low-light conditions.
MAGIC ART FILTERS
Express your creativity with 11 different special effects for your photos and HD videos. Olympus Magic Art Filters infuse familiar scenes with new and unexpected moods ranging from the excited to the serene and from the whimsical to the mysterious. Choose from Pop Art, Pin Hole, Fisheye, Soft Focus, Punk, Sparkle, Watercolor, Miniature, Reflection, Dramatic and Fragmented. (Some effects apply only to still photos. Effects may reduce image size.)
Features:
- 12 MEGAPIXEL BSI CMOS
- An amazing 12 million pixels in the High-Sensitivity, High-Speed BSI CMOS sensor deliver unmatched image quality with less noise and improved image detail, especially in low-light situations.
- 4X WIDE-ANGLE OPTICAL ZOOM LENS (25-100MM EQUIVALENT)
- A 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens captures even more of your subject into each shot while Super Resolution Zoom doubles your optical zoom power and gets even closer to your subject without compromising image quality
- 8X SUPER RESOLUTION ZOOM
- Get twice as close. Double your optical zoom power for a total effective zoom of 8x so you can get even closer to your subjects without compromising image quality.
- 3.0" 610K OLED MONITOR
- This 3.0, high-resolution OLED display (610K dots) provides excellent visibility outdoors enabling you to compose the perfect shot even in direct sunlight. And several protective coatings help to prevent scratches and cut down on reflective glare from bright lights and sun.
- 1080P FULL HD VIDEO
- A simple, one-touch button allows you shoot clear, crisp full HD videos in 1080p right from your camera.
- Outstanding Image Quality
- ULTRA-BRIGHT, HIGH-SPEED F2.0 LENS
- The TG-2 iHS is the worlds only rugged camera on the market* to include an ultra-bright, high-speed f2.0 lens so you can capture scenes that were previously impossible with a point & shoot. This new lens strengthens the cameras shooting capabilities making high-quality images and blazing fast shutter speeds possible even when a flash cannot be used or when shooting fast action or in low light. *December 2012
- IHS TECHNOLOGY
- A powerful, DSLR-quality Image Processor and a cutting-edge BSI CMOS sensor come together to dramatically improve image quality with spectacular low-light performance, blazing fast autofocus, enhanced Intelligent Auto for spectacular scene and subject recognition and Super-Resolution Zoom.
- LOW LIGHT PERFORMANCE
- Thanks to iHS technology high ISOs and quick shutter speeds, you'll achieve ideal results in low light situations whether you're shooting in a dim room, outdoors at dusk, or around the campfire.
- HIGH-SPEED PERFORMANCE
- From quick start up times, to ultra fast shot-to-shot intervals and blazing autofocus, the camera is always read to go when the action kicks in.
- HIGH-SPEED SEQUENTIAL SHOOTING
- Shoot like a pro. With high-speed burst shooting, nail the perfect shot by taking a quick sequence at the touch of a button.
- TRUEPIC VI IMAGE PROCESSOR
- A TruePic VI Image Processor, first developed for professional SLRs, knows precisely how to deliver true-to-life color, the sharpest details, and less noise.
- Expanded Shooting Possibilities
- ISO RANGE 100-6400
- Enjoy excellent dynamic range, vibrant color reproduction and reduced noise with an ISO range of 100 to 6400.
- HAND-HELD STARLIGHT
- Hand-Held Starlight with Flash automatically snaps several images and then stitches them together into a single, blur-free image with minimal noise resulting in stunning low light images.
- BACKLIGHT HDR
- Shooting into backlight typically results in washed out, overly bright images. Backlight HDR Adjustment takes a collage of images at various exposure levels and blends them into one, perfectly exposed image.
- APERTURE PRIORITY MODE
- For added flexibility and creative control, Aperture Priority Mode allows you to manually adjust the aperture for optimal results. Simply set the mode dial to "A", to make adjustments.
- MICROSCOPIC MACRO MODE
- Check out every minute detail of your subjects by employing Microscopic Macro Zoom. Combining the optical zoom and super resolution zoom, macro shooting factors equal to 7 to 14x (35mm conversion) are possible from a distace of 1 cm. Capture every nook and cranny with stunning clarity to bring you even closer to the microscopic world around us!
- SYSTEM EXPANDABILITY
- Lens accessories that take functionality to a whole new level. With accessory lenses like a wide-angle fisheye and a 1.7x teleconverter, your photographic possibilities are truly endless.
- Enhanced Video Versatility
- HDMI OUTPUT & CONTROL
- HDMI output and control makes playing back videos on your HDTV a breeze.>
- MULTI-MOTION MOVIE IS
- The newly-developed image stabilization technique helps to reduce camera blur caused by walking or breathing when shooting videos...
- LINEAR PCM RECORDING
- Linear PCM Recording, an audio technology pioneered by Olympus for professional voice recorders, records your videos with high-definition audio for optimal playback results.
- Rugged Durability
- WATERPROOF TO 50FT/15M
- The TG-2 iHS crushes the notion that cameras are easily damaged by water and humidity. The Olympus-original complete sealing system and double lock construction borrowed from Olympus long history of manufacturing underwater housings ensures that the TG-2 iHS is completely waterproof down to a new depth of 50ft. Even on land, the TG-2 iHS ensures that youll never miss an awesome shot just because of heavy rain or snow.
- SHOCKPROOF TO 6.8FT/2.1M
- The shockproof structure of the TG-2 iHS ensures that your investment is protected. Carefully sandwiched between two protective frames, the lens and camera unit remain unfazed by bumps, drops, falls and other impacts. Even after repeated drops, critical camera components and functions like the lens, shutter, aperture and auto-focus remain safe. Drop, pick up, and keep on shooting.
- CRUSHPROOF TO 220LBF/100KGF
- No case, no problem! With a rugged body and reinforced LCD, the TG-2 iHS withstands up to 220 pounds of pressure so your camera and images are always protected.
- FREEZEPROOF TO 14_F/-10_C
- Keep shooting outdoors even in the winter. The TG-2 iHS is designed to keep operating at below freezing temperatures, safe from the two most common problems when shooting in cold weather: lens condensation and auto zoom malfunction. Hit the slopes, fire up your snowmobile, or break out the skates, because with the TG-2 iHS by your side, youll never miss those awesome wipe out moments.
- DUSTPROOF
- Dont let a little wind and dust ruin your plans or your camera! Take photos confidently in the driest conditions without worrying about destructive dirt and dust.
- GPS & E.COMPASS
- The ideal travel guide. With the GPS and e.compass functions on the TG-2 iHS, location and landmark information will be displayed and recorded along with the image. The TG-2 iHS is also equipped with a logging function so you can track the route taken from recorded images by using applications such as Google Earth and Picasa.
- MANOMETER
- Mark your spot on the map with the built-in manometer. Records elevation & water depth and even displays a warning when the user approaches a depth of 50ft.
- WATER-REPELLENT LENS COATING
- Splash after splash, never worry about water droplets obstructing your images thanks to the water-repellent lens coating that prevents water from remaining on the lens surface. And because its applied to the OLED monitor as well, composing shots in the rain or while riding the waves will be a breeze.
- DOUBLE-LOCK DURABILITY
- With all the care that is put in to protecting the inner workings of your camera, it would be a shame for the system to fail because the battery door opens unintentionally. Thanks to the multi-directional, double-lock mechanism, your camera is protected from accidental openings under water.
- Core Technologies
- AF ILLUMINATOR
- An LED Illuminator is like a mini-flashlight on the front of the camera to enhance focus and exposure for macro shooting. The LED illuminator also works in conjunction with the flash to help illuminate your subject in low-light conditions.
- DUAL IMAGE STABILIZATION
- Dual Image Stabilization combines Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds to capture crisp, clear images in any situation.
- ENHANCED INTELLIGENT AUTO
- Automatically identifies the scene youre shootingup to 30 different scene including Portrait, Landscape, Night + Portrait, Macro or Sportsand adjusts the settings for ideal results.
- 34 SCENE MODES
- Select from scene modes like Beach & Snow, Night Scene, Sport and Landscape and the camera automatically adjusts the settings for optimal results.
- ADVANCED SHADOW ADJUSTMENT TECHNOLOGY
- Automatically compensates for shadowed areas to minimize the differences in highlight and lowlight areas resulting in more uniform exposure across the image. When used together with iAuto or Face Detection, the subject's face is shot with optimal exposure settings so that the face can be recorded clearly even under strong back light conditions. The TruePic VI image processor further reduces noise in the shadowy areas allowing for even better backlight adjustment.
- FACE DETECTION
- Face Detection automatically focuses on your subjects' faces and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.
- AF TRACKING
- AF Tracking automatically tracks unpredictable, fast-moving subjects such as kids and pets, and continuously adjusts the focus and brightness so you can capture these photogenic whirlwinds with ease.
- Creativity
- SMART PANORAMA
- Capture breathtaking panoramic views and vistas just as you remember them, all in one frame and at the touch of a button, by simply panning the camera across the scene. No computer necessary!
- BEAUTY MAKEUP
- Look like a star! Let the camera soften shadows and smooth wrinkles and blemishes on your subject's face with Beauty Mode. Or, digitally apply enhancements to your portraits like eyeshadow, whitening teeth and lifting cheek bones with Beauty Make-Up mode.
- 11 MAGIC ART FILTERS - STILL & VIDEO
- Express your creativity with 11 different special effects for your photos and HD videos. Olympus Magic Art Filters infuse familiar scenes with new and unexpected moods ranging from the excited to the serene and from the whimsical to the mysterious. Choose from Pop Art, Pin Hole, Fisheye, Soft Focus, Punk, Sparkle, Watercolor, Miniature, Reflection, Dramatic and Fragmented. (Some effects apply only to still photos. Effects may reduce image size.)
- Shockproof: Shockproof to 7ft/2.1m
- Waterproof: Waterproof to 50ft/15m
- Freezeproof: Freezeproof to 14_F/-10_C
- Crushproof: Crushproof 220 lbf./100 kgf.
- Image Sensor: 12 Megapixel - CMOS 1/2.3
- Focal Length/Lens Configuration: 4.5 - 18.0mm (25 - 100mm equivalen in 35mm photography)
- Zoom: 4x Optical Zoom + 4x Digital Zoom
- Aperture Range: f2.0 (W) - 4.9 (T)
- Display: 3.0" (3:2) 610K Dots OLED
- Focus System: CMOS Contrast Detection
- Focus Range (from lens surface):
- Normal Mode: W/T: 0.1m-
- Super Macro Mode: 0.01 - 0.1m
- Focus Mode: Face Detect AF, AF Lock, AF Tracking
- Shutter Speed: 1/4 - 1/2000 (Night Scene: Longest 4 Sec)
- Image File Format:
- Still Image: JPEG
- "Video: MOV/H.264
- AVI/Motion JPEG (High Speed Video)"
- Motion Blur Suppression: Dual Image Stabilization
- Shooting Modes:
- Aperture Priority Mode, Microscopic Macro Mode, Intelligent Auto, Program Auto, 2 Custom Modes, Beauty Mode with Make-up, Scene Modes (Portrait, Beauty, Landscape, Hand-Held Starlight, Night Scene, Night + Portrait, Sport, Indoor, Self Protrait, Sunset, Fireworks, Cuisine, Documents, Beach & Snow, Underwater Snapshot, Underwater Wide 1, Underwater Wide 2, Underwater Macro, Pet (Cat), Pet (Dog), Snow, Panorama, Backlight HDR)
- Panorama: In Camera Panorama, PC Panorama
- Continuous Shooting:
- 5fps/25 images (12M)
- 15fps/100 images (3M)
- 60fps/100 images (3M)
- Shooting Assist Functions: Histogram, Frame Assist, Hand-Held Starlight, Voice Recording
- Movie Mode: 1080p, 720p, VGA, High Speed 120fps, High Speed 240fps
- Image Processing: TruePic VI
- Image Playback:
- Still Image: Single, Index view, Event view, Enlargement, Slideshow, Location
- Video Playback: Still/Frame by Frame, Fast Forward, Rewind, Voice Playback
- Playback Edit Effects: Still Image: Resize, Crop, Red Eye Fix, Shadow Adjustment
- Flash Modes: Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off, LED
- Flash Working Range:
- W: 0.2m - 7.9m (ISO 1600)
- T: 0.1m - 3.1m (ISO 1600)
- Self-Timer 12/2 seconds, Pet Auto Shutter
- Removable Media Card: SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory
- Outer Connectors: Multi-terminal (USB Connector, DC Jack, Audio/Video Output), HDMI Type D
- Auto-Connect USB: USB 2.0 High-Speed (USB Mass Storage)
- Power Source: Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery (LI-90B)
- Battery Life (CIPA DC-002): 350 shots; 120 minutes continuous video shooting
- Dimension:
- 4.5" W x 2.6" H x 1.1" D
- 111.5mm W x 66.5mm H x 29.1mm D
- Weight: 230g, 8.1oz