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Olympus TG-820 12MP Shock/Water/Freeze-Proof Camera-Red (Old Model)

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  • A revolutionary system of waterproof seals and gaskets keeps water out so you can take pictures as deep as 33 feet underwater.
  • Life can be tough, this camera is tougher. A rugged body and innovative shock-absorbing construction allows this camera to withstand a 6.6-foot drop, bump, or other mishap.
  • A powerful, DSLR-quality TruePic VI Image Processor and a cutting-edge BSI CMOS sensor come together to dramatically improve image quality with spectacular low-light performance, blazing fast autofocus.
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Adventure doesn’t stop because it gets dark. Or cold. Or wet. There are still awesome moments to be captured. It’s in less than ideal conditions where the 12MP Olympus Tough TG-820 iHS thrives. It has advanced technology to shoot crisp, clear photos - Full HD Videos in 1080p too - even when light is scarce. Use the 5x Optical Zoom and 10x Super-Resolution Zoom to get close to the action with amazing clarity. Constructed to be Waterproof, Freezeproof, Shockproof and Crushproof , this camera loves mixing it up with Mother Nature. Connect the TG-820 iHS to an HDTV and watch HD videos you shot with family and friends. The amazing go anywhere, shoot anything TG-820 iHS. Tough shooting conditions conquered.

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THE CONQUER-IT-ALL CAMERA.

Adventure doesn’t stop because it gets dark. Or cold. Or wet. There are still awesome moments to be captured. It’s in less than ideal conditions where the 12MP Olympus Tough TG-820 iHS thrives. It has advanced technology to shoot crisp, clear photos — Full HD Videos in 1080p too — even when light is scarce. Use the 5x Optical Zoom and 10x Super-Resolution Zoom to get close to the action with amazing clarity. Constructed to be Waterproof, Freezeproof, Shockproof and Crushproof , this camera loves mixing it up with Mother Nature. Connect the TG-820 iHS to an HDTV and watch HD videos you shot with family and friends. The amazing go anywhere, shoot anything TG-820 iHS. Tough shooting conditions conquered.



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.




WATERPROOF TO 33FT.

The TG-820 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-820 iHS is completely waterproof down to a new depth of 33ft. Even on land, the TG-820 iHS ensures that you’ll never miss an awesome shot just because of heavy rain or snow.



SHOCKPROOF TO 6.6FT.

The shockproof structure of the TG-820 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.

The TG-820 iHS uses a double-layer construction, consisting of a tough yet lightweight polycarbonate resin and a metal frame. The crushproof construction ensures that your camera – and screen! – won’t break, even under 220lbs of pressure. No more cracked screens because you’ve left your camera in your back pocket or suitcase.



FREEZEPROOF TO 14°F.

Keep shooting outdoors even in the winter. The TG-820 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-820 iHS by your side, you’ll never miss those awesome wipe out moments.



DUSTPROOF.

Life gets dirty. Between dusty fields and muddy trails, sometimes your camera doesn’t stay as pristine as you’d like it to. But even in less-than-spotless environments, the fine protective sealing of the TG-820 iHS helps keep out dirt and debris allowing you to capture shot after shot even in the harshest environments.



FULL HD VIDEO WITH HDvMI OUTPUT & CONTROL

A simple one-touch button allows you to record videos with amazing clarity in high-definition, right from your camera. HDMI output and control makes playing back videos on your HDTV a breeze.



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. You’ll have so many great shots you won’t be able to share just one!



5X OPTICAL ZOOM, 10X SUPER-RESOLUTION ZOOM

A 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens captures even more of your subject into each shot. The inter-folded lens does not protrude from the camera so it is further protected from harsh conditions.



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.



IN-CAMERA PANORAMA

Captures three images and stitches them together to create one amazing panoramic picture by simply pressing the shutter button and slowly panning across a panoramic scene.


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Customers say

Customers like the picture quality, quality, performance, ease of use, and water resistance of the digital camera. For example, they mention that the pictures come out amazing, the stills and video are excellent quality, and that it holds up wonderfully. That said, some are happy with the performance, functions, and ease of setup. That being said, they say it's easy to use anywhere and takes excellent photos.

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181 customers mention154 positive27 negative

Customers like the picture quality of the camera. They say the pictures come out amazing, fine, and fabulous. They also mention that the camera takes nice quick bursts of images, is vivid, bright, and sharp. Customers also appreciate the 3D picture with dumb interface. They mention that it can take 3MP images at about 10 per second in burse mode, and 12 MP in regular mode.

"...Using this feature I was able to take nice quick bursts of images capturing the brief moment when the baby was not crying and smiling big right at..." Read more

"...in up to 10 feet of water for hours at a time and it took fantastic photos with no issue during or afterwards. Drop it in the sand?..." Read more

"...Picture:This camera does take pretty good photos. The image is sharp and has good color saturation in all varieties of light...." Read more

"...bought 5 years ago is still working perfect, taking good quality, sharp pictures. My teenage sone use it a lot and there was no single problem...." Read more

168 customers mention146 positive22 negative

Customers like the quality of the digital camera. They mention it's well built, produces excellent stills and videos, and holds up wonderfully. The camera is great for general use and captures rugged roads.

"...2. Durability/Waterproofing - This was a main reason in purchasing the camera. I like the outdoors. I hunt, I fish, I kayak, I snorkel, you name it...." Read more

"...Construction is great - no loose or flimsy pieces, and when powered down a METAL door automatically slides over the lens to protect it from dirt and..." Read more

"...In a sentence, The Olympus TG-820 is a fantastic outdoor camera that doesn't need to be babied like many other proclaimed "tough cameras" ...." Read more

"...one T8000 which I bought 5 years ago is still working perfect, taking good quality, sharp pictures...." Read more

73 customers mention57 positive16 negative

Customers like the performance of the digital camera. They say that it works well, has better functions than past configurations, and produces fabulous results. They also say that the camera is still working great, has never had any issues, and is in perfect working condition. Customers also mention that the red-eye reduction is surprisingly good for a compact camera.

"...loved the "pop art" and "dramatic" settings, and the FOUR underwater modes all worked perfectly...." Read more

"...The TG-820 performed extremely well in and out of the water...." Read more

"...available as well as red eye reduction which is working surprisingly good for compact camera - made few pictures inside, druing evening and now one..." Read more

"...Suddenly during our last winter vacation, it died for no reason. I was swimming in the ocean and taking some pictures and suddenly it just died...." Read more

66 customers mention58 positive8 negative

Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that it's simple and less cluttered on the camera. They appreciate the ease of navigation through the menu and the record button. They also mention that the menus on the device are not overly complex. Customers also mention the controls are easy to operate on land and underwater, and the single joystick control is very easy to used one-handed while underwater.

"...3. Instant HD video - So easy just push the button and record. Video is high quality...." Read more

"...The battery/SD card/charging port double lock was very easy to operate, and didn't let a single grain of sand or drop of water into the area the..." Read more

"...Menus:The menus on the camera are not overly complex, but switching shooting modes and ISO are only accessible by navigating the onscreen menus..." Read more

"...The single joystick control is very easy to use one-handed while underwater...." Read more

51 customers mention48 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the water resistance of the digital camera. They mention that it is great underwater and drop-proof. The seals that lock tightly and secure the camera from water, making it great for underwater activities and videos. Customers also say that the camera is great in the beach and has survived many underwater experiences and water rides.

"...crush-proof claims, but based on the durable construction and water-proof performance I have little doubts about their accuracy...." Read more

"...ports on the camera have rubber seals that lock tightly and secure the camera from water, with the battery and SD card compartment having a double..." Read more

"This is a great camera. Waterproof, shock resistant, easy to use, lots of options, large view screen, great photos, good battery life...." Read more

"...I bought this for the CMOS sensor and its waterproof capabilities since I often have to take photos outdoors for work in all kinds of weather...." Read more

40 customers mention31 positive9 negative

Customers like the autofocus of the digital camera. They mention that it is a very quick camera, with a CMOS sensor, that takes fast pictures and has a quick response in startup and between shots. The autofocus and firing is extremely fast, making it easy to capture quickly. The camera turns on fast to get the first shot, and the instant HD video recording makes it easy just push the button and record. The shot to shot recover time is incredible outdoors and respectable indoors.

"...3. Instant HD video - So easy just push the button and record. Video is high quality...." Read more

"...Focusing and firing is EXTREMELY fast. Almost instant - leaving plenty of time for multiple simultaneous shots of action filled activities...." Read more

"...I use with it SanDisk Ultra 16GB SDHC 30MB/s card and it is fast enough to record pictures even if you are shooting series of pictures in sport..." Read more

"...I have a toddler so this feature makes it easy to capture quickly the various silly things he does on a daily basis...." Read more

34 customers mention26 positive8 negative

Customers like the value of the camera. They say it's a good quality camera for the price.

"This camera was absolutely phenomenal. It was worth every penny spent...." Read more

"...Great buy for the money, I was very pleased with this camera...." Read more

"...It's a cheap price for the lasting memories." Read more

"...but I just know this one was a waste of money." Read more

34 customers mention23 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the digital camera. Some mention that it's small enough to tote around everywhere, and waterproof. They also like the size and weight of the camera, saying it has a sturdy, rugged feel, but isn't bulky. However, others say that it is a little bulky, heavy, and barely fits in their camera case. They further complain that the directional toggle is way too small, and the controls on the back are way too tiny.

"...Pictures are sharp, clear and size can be adjusted in the main menu...." Read more

"...The screen is easy to see even underwater. The controls are large enough to use even with light dive gloves...." Read more

"...as Amazon suggested, but it was way too small. If you want a case, get a bigger one." Read more

"...This newest Tough TG-820 is awesome. The display screen is large and extremely clear. It's like watching a mini-HDTV...." Read more

Good camera especailly for taking pictures during outdoor/in winter/in the water activities.
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Good camera especailly for taking pictures during outdoor/in winter/in the water activities.
This camera is perfect for outdoor. You don't have to be afraid that it will get wet or if you accidentally drop it. During last vacation I took some pictures underwater and when swimming in the sea. There only one thing to remember that every time when you take camera to make picture in sea water then after that just flash with fresh water to avoid corrosion.There is a lot of themes in auto mode (panorama, sport, night, underwater etc.) which make it easy for average user to shoot good picture without playing with manual adjustment. However, if you want to adjust exposition, ISO or some other parameters you can still do it.This camera is also good to shoot pictures in the winter time outside. I would highly recommend it for active people and also for kids - after initial setup with parents help only what they have to do is just take camera and start taking pictures. Big screen allow to check pictures and see if results are as you want it.Another advantage is that it use SD card which is most common type and also SDHC card - they are not expensive and can be use in other equipments/electronics. I use with it SanDisk Ultra 16GB SDHC 30MB/s card and it is fast enough to record pictures even if you are shooting series of pictures in sport mode.Both battery compartment and ports are well protected with the cover which have locks to prevent open this compartment unintentionally for example in the water.Pictures are sharp, clear and size can be adjusted in the main menu. Of course higher quality (bigger size of the picture) is better if you want to coorect picture with some programs. But still you can reduce size to be reasonable and be able to save more pictures on the memory card.In the menu picture size dimension can be choose as well. Flash can be easy switch off/on or set in auto mode, makro mode also available as well as red eye reduction which is working surprisingly good for compact camera - made few pictures inside, druing evening and now one on the picture had red eyes. Of course it is also a little bit matter of trying and testing but generally is working good.Forgot to add before. It is my second camera Olympus Tough series. First one T8000 which I bought 5 years ago is still working perfect, taking good quality, sharp pictures. My teenage sone use it a lot and there was no single problem. This is one of the reasons why I decided to go for another Olympus Tough for my daughter.
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