Olympus Tough TG-830 iHS Waterproof Underwater Camera
Olympus Tough TG-830 iHS Waterproof Underwater Camera
The Olympus Tough TG-830 iHS combines Olympus trademark indestructibility with outstanding image quality so that you no longer have to compromise image quality for durability. Featuring a state-of-the-art 16-megapixel Backlit CMOS sensor and TruePic VI Image Processor that fuel Olympus cutting-edge iHS Technology, the TG-830iHS delivers uncompromised image quality in a rugged camera.
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TOUGH SHOOTING CONDITIONS CONQUERED
The Olympus Tough TG-830 iHS combines Olympus trademark indestructibility with outstanding image quality so that you no longer have to compromise image quality for durability. Featuring a state-of-the-art 16-megapixel Backlit CMOS sensor and TruePic VI Image Processor that fuel Olympus cutting-edge iHS Technology, the TG-830iHS delivers uncompromised image quality in a rugged camera. Its impressive low-light performance and high-speed responsiveness means youll get astonishing results shooting fast-action subjects, night scenes and other tricky shots above and below the surface. Designed for adrenaline junkies, but equally at home in the hands of soccer moms, younger users and the clumsy, this camera can handle just about anything you throw at it.
Its Crushproof (220lbf/100kgf), Waterproof (33ft/10m), Shockproof (7ft/2.1m), Freezeproof (14_F/-10_C) and Dustproof, meaning you can capture stunning images and 1080p Full HD Video without having to worry about damaging your cameras high-grade components like its precision 5x wide-angle optical zoom lens, high-resolution 3.0 HyperCrystal III LCD, or in-body GPS & e.compass system. Still want more? Capture still and videos simultaneously thanks to the Multi-Recording feature. Add a splash of creativity with 11 in-camera Magic Art Filters like Pop Art, Dramatic and Reflection. Take more control when recording videos with Advanced Movie Mode which allows you to record high-definition videos at 120fps for slow motion playback. The Olympus TG-830iHS: where image quality meets durability.
LIFEPROOF
- WATERPROOF 33ft/10m: The Olympus-original complete sealing system and double lock construction borrowed from Olympus long history of manufacturing underwater housings ensures that the TG-830iHS is completely waterproof down to a depth of 33ft. Even on land, the TG-830iHS 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-830 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-830 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-830iHS 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-830 iHS by your side, youll never miss those awesome wipe out moments.
- DUSTPROOF: Life gets dirty. Between dusty fields and muddy trails, sometimes your camera doesnt stay as pristine as youd like it to. But even in less-than-spotless environments, the fine protective sealing of the TG-830 iHS helps keep out dirt and debris allowing you to capture shot after shot even in the harshest environments.
EXTREME VERSATILITY
GPS & E.COMPASS
The ideal travel guide. With the GPS and e.compass functions on the TG-830 iHS, location and landmark information will be displayed and recorded along with the image. The TG-830 iHS is also equipped with a logging function so you can track the route taken from recorded images by using applications such as Olympus Viewer 3, Google Earth and Picasa.
AUTOMATIC UNDERWATER BALANCE
The Olympus TG-830 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.)
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.
16MP BSI CMOS SENSOR
An amazing 16 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.
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.
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.
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-830 iHS to choose optimum settings so you can focus on capturing that amazing shot.
SUPER RESOLUTION ZOOM
Get twice as close. Double your effective zoom power and get even closer to your subjects without compromising image quality.
VIDEO VERSATILITY
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.
ADVANCED MOVIE MODE
Specifically designed to provide enhanced control when shooting videos, the Advanced Movie Mode allows for the easy activation of different recording functions like Photo-In-Movie, 60i Movie and High Speed Movie. Control your frame rate, make white balance adjustments and even set the self timer right from easy-to-access menus.
HIGH-SPEED HD VIDEOS
For the first time on a digital compact camera, now you can record high-speed videos in high definition. At a frame rate of 120 frames per second in 720p HD, you'll enjoy slow motion playback of all your greatest action moments!
MULTI-MOTION MOVIE IS
The newly-developed image stabilization technique helps to reduce camera blur caused by walking or breathing when shooting videos.
MULTI RECORDING
Simultaneously record videos and still images so you'll never have to compromise one for the other. Simply start recording your video and press the shutter button to snap stills throughout the recording.
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.
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!
ADVANCED SHADOW ADJUSTMENT TECHNOLOGY
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.
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.
HAND-HELD STARLIGHT
Capture vivid night scenes without the use of a tripod. In low-light situations where image blur is more likely to occur, Hand-Held Starlight mode captures multiple images and stitches them together into a single, crisp, breathtaking photo.
MAGIC ART FILTER SILL & 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.)
16 MEGAPIXEL BSI CMOS
An amazing 16 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.
5X WIDE-ANGLE OPTICAL ZOOM LENS (26 - 140MM EQUIVALENT)
A 5x 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.
10X SUPER RESOLUTION ZOOM
Get twice as close. Double your optical zoom power for a total effective zoom of 10x so you can get even closer to your subjects without compromising image quality.
3.0" HIGH-RESOLUTION HYPERCRYSTAL III LCD SCREEN
Easily compose your shots and videos with this large screen that makes colors and details shine their brightest. The HyperCrystal III LCD is designed to offer a wider viewing angle without glare or shadow. This means your images and videos appear crisp and clear on the screen to anyone viewing them.
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
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
MULTI-RECORDING
Simultaneously record videos and still images so you'll never have to compromise one for the other. Simply start recording your video and press the shutter button to snap stills throughout the recording.
ISO RANGE 125-6400
Enjoy excellent dynamic range, vibrant color reproduction and reduced noise with an ISO range of 125 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.
Enhanced Video Versatility
HIGH-SPEED HD VIDEO
For the first time on a digital compact camera, now you can record high-speed videos in high definition. At a frame rate of 120 frames per second in 720p HD, you'll enjoy slow motion playback of all your greatest action moments!
ADVANCED MOVIE MODE
Specifically designed to provide enhanced control when shooting videos, the Advanced Movie Mode allows for the easy activation of different recording functions like Photo-In-Movie, 60i Movie and High Speed Movie. Control your frame rate, make white balance adjustments and even set the self timer right from easy-to-access menus.
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...
10X SUPER RESOLUTION ZOOM IN VIDEO
Double your optical zoom power in video mode for a total effective zoom of 10x so you can get super close to the action when shooting video.
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 33FT/10M
The Olympus-original complete sealing system and double lock construction borrowed from Olympus long history of manufacturing underwater housings ensures that the TG-830 iHS is completely waterproof down to a depth of 33ft. Even on land, the TG-830 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-830 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-830 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-830 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-830 iHS, location and landmark information will be displayed and recorded along with the image. The TG-830 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.
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 LCD 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 32 different scene including Portrait, Landscape, Night + Portrait, Macro or Sportsand adjusts the settings for ideal results.
32 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 33ft/10m |
Freezeproof | Freezeproof to 14_F/-10_C |
Crushproof | Crushproof 220 lbf./100 kgf. |
Image Sensor | 16 Megapixel - CMOS 1/2.3 |
Focal Length/Lens Configuration | 5.0 - 25.0mm (28 - 140mm in 35mm photography) |
Zoom | 5x Optical Zoom + 2x Super Resolution Zoom + 4x Digital Zoom |
Aperture Range | f2.9 (W) - 5.9 (T) |
Display | 3.0" (3:2) 460K Dots LCD |
Focus System | CMOS Contrast Detection |
Focus Range (from lens surface) | Normal Mode: W: 0.2m - ; T: 0.5m - Super Macro Mode: 0.03m - 0.6m |
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 |
Motion Blur Suppression | Dual Image Stabilization |
Shooting Modes | Intelligent Auto, Program Auto, Beauty Mode with Make-up, Scene Modes (Portrait, Beauty, Landscape, Night Scene, Night + Portrait, Sport, Indoor, Self Portrait, Sunset, Fireworks, Cuisine, Documents, Beach & Snow, Underwater Snapshot, Underwater Wide 1, Underwater Wide 2, Underwater Macro, Pet (Cat), Pet (Dog), S Macro, HDR Backlight) |
Panorama | Smart Panorama |
Continuous Shooting | 2.5fps/200 images (16M) 11.5fps/17 images (16M) 20fps/60 images (3M) 60.3fps/60 images (3M) Auto Split Shooting (3M) |
Shooting Assist Functions | Histogram, Frame Assist, Hand-Held Starlight, Voice Recording |
Movie Mode | 1080 60i, 1080p, 720p, VGA, High Speed 120fps (720p), High Speed 240fps (QVGA) |
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, Index Play, 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 - 3.3m (ISO 800) T: 0.5m - 2.1m (ISO 800) |
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-50B) |
Battery Life (CIPA DC-002) | 300 shots; 80 minutes continuous video shooting |
Dimension | 4.3" W x 2.6" H x 1.1" D 109.5mm W x 66.5mm H x 28.4mm D |
Weight | 214g, 7.5oz |