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Olympus Tough TG-5, a Rugged, Compact Digital Camera for the Challenging Outdoors & Expanded Macro Photography: High-Speed F2.0 Wide-Angle Lens, High-Speed Backlit 12-megapixel BSI CMOS Image Sensor, Field Sensor System Adds Tracking Data to Images & Videos, 4K Movie, Waterproof, Shockproof, Crushproof, Freezeproof, Dustproof & Anti-Fog Lens Cover Glass

The following video presents TG 5 Feature Overview:
Conquer the outdoors with the Tough TG-5, a compact digital camera designed to capture outstanding images in the most challenging conditions. The Tough TG-5 combines its high-speed f2.0 lens with advanced technologies, including a new high-performance backlit 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor, Olympus’ latest high-speed TruePic VIII Image Processor and a Field Sensor System that records movement and environmental data. With the Tough TG-5, users are able to tell immersive stories using brilliant videos, stills and data captured from their extreme adventures.”

Olympus Tough TG-5, red

Today, Olympus announces the availability of the Olympus Tough TG-5. Building on the outdoor shooting and tracking capabilities of the Tough product family, this compact camera combines a high-speed F2.0 lens with advanced technologies, including a new high-performance backlit 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor, Olympus’ latest high-speed TruePic VIII Image Processor and a Field Sensor System that records movement and environmental data. Users are able to tell immersive stories using brilliant videos, stills and data captured from their extreme adventures.

Olympus Tough TG-5, black

Olympus Tough TG-5, black

The following video presents TG 5 Action Track Sensors:
Track your action with the built-in Field Sensor System in the Tough TG-5! A GPS sensor, manometer, compass and temperature sensor are included to record movement and environmental data independently or in conjunction with still images or videos. Data logs can be simultaneously displayed with images and videos using the Olympus® Image Track app, enhancing the experience of reliving and sharing outdoor adventures.

Furthermore, the Olympus Tough TG-5’s 4K Movie makes it possible to shoot Ultra HD video at four times the resolution of Full HD video.

The following video presents 4K Movie – Tough TG-5 Olympus:

Full HD 120fps High-Speed Movie is also included to capture split-second moments with playback in stunning slow motion.

The following video presents TG 5 High Speed Video:
Experience the power and speed of Full HD 120 fps video in the Tough TG-5!

PRESS RELEASE

OLYMPUS AND ADVENTURISTS CONQUER THE OUTDOORS
WITH THE NEW TOUGH TG-5

High-Speed f2.0 Lens, High-Speed BSI CMOS Image Sensor and the Latest TruePic VIII Image Processor Deliver High-Quality Images in a Rugged Design

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., May 17, 2017 — Olympus builds on the outdoor shooting and tracking capabilities of the Tough product family with the new Tough TG-5, a compact digital camera designed to capture outstanding images in the most challenging conditions. The Tough TG-5 combines its high-speed f2.0 lens with advanced technologies, including a new high-performance backlit 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor, Olympus’ latest high-speed TruePic VIII Image Processor and a Field Sensor System that records movement and environmental data. With the Tough TG-5, users are able to tell immersive stories using brilliant videos, stills and data captured from their extreme adventures.

Olympus Tough® TG-5

Olympus Tough® TG-5

The new Olympus Tough® TG-5 touts the widely praised bright f2.0 lens found on previous premium Tough models. Boasting a wide-angle 25mm to a telephoto 100mm (35mm equivalent) focal length, this lens works in concert with the new high-speed backlit CMOS image sensor and the dual quad core TruePic VIII Image Processor to deliver the highest image quality of any Tough model to date.

Olympus Tough® TG-5: Built-in Field Sensor System

Olympus Tough® TG-5: Built-in Field Sensor System

The built-in Field Sensor System, consisting of a GPS sensor, manometer, compass and temperature sensor, records movement and environmental data independently or in conjunction with still images or videos. Data logs can be simultaneously displayed with images and videos using the Olympus® Image Track app, enhancing the experience of reliving and sharing outdoor adventures.

The Tough TG-5 excels in extreme conditions. In addition to being waterproof to 50 feet (15 meters), crushproof to 220 pounds of force (100 kilograms of force), shockproof from 7 feet (2.1 meters), freezeproof down to 14°F (-10°C) and dustproof, the camera now includes Anti-Fog Lens Cover Glass. This allows the Tough TG-5 to capture amazing action shots on the slopes, underwater and in other uniquely challenging environments where other cameras can’t perform.

New video functions include 4K Movie to capture Ultra HD video at four times the resolution of Full HD, allowing users to record beautiful scenery in amazing detail. Full HD 120fps High-Speed Movie lets users easily capture stunning slow-motion, and 4K Time Lapse automatically creates short videos of long periods of time.

Pricing and Availability

Olympus Tough TG-5, red

Olympus Tough TG-5, red

The Olympus Stylus Tough TG-5 will be available in red and black beginning in June 2017 with an estimated street price of $449.99 USD and $579.99 CAD. For a complete list of specifications, visit the Olympus website: getolympus.com/digitalcameras/tough/tg-5.html.

Journalists interested in more information, review units and high-resolution images of the Olympus Tough TG-5 should contact Colin Brown, MullenLowe (colin.brown@mullenlowe.com, 617-226-9749) or Jennifer Colucci, Olympus America Inc. (jennifer.colucci@olympus.com, 484-896-5719) or visit the Olympus website: getolympus.com.

Main Features

  1. High-speed f2.0 lens, new high-performance BSI CMOS image sensor and the latest high-speed TruePic VIII Image Processor deliver high-quality images in all lighting conditions.

The high-speed lens works in concert with the image sensor and processor for a powerful synergy resulting in improved high-quality images, even in low light or underwater.

a) High-performance BSI CMOS image sensor and the latest TruePic VIII Image Processor

The Tough TG-5 features a high-speed f2.0 lens, a newly developed high-sensitivity, high-speed backlit 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor and the latest TruePic VIII Image Processor used in the Olympus flagship OM-D E-M1® Mark II camera. The new technology produces better image quality at standard and higher sensitivity ranges. The processor is capable of more complex calculations to improve resolution in low-contrast areas, especially when shooting at low ISO sensitivity. A maximum ISO sensitivity of 12800 and RAW capture are also available, covering a wide range of shooting situations.

b) High-speed f2.0 lens with a 25–100mm focal length (35mm equivalent)

The bright f2.0 lens supports faster shutter speeds when shooting underwater or in other challenging conditions to capture fast-moving subjects with minimal blurring. Superb Olympus optical technology is incorporated into the lens, including DSA (Dual Super Aspherical), HD (High Dispersion) and HR (High Refractive Index) lenses to deliver high-quality images while reducing aberrations throughout the entire zoom range.

  1. Field Sensor System adds tracking data to images and videos for reliving the moment.

The Tough TG-5’s Field Sensor System consists of built-in sensors, including GPS, a compass, a temperature sensor and a manometer for altitude or depth. Tracking data may be recorded simultaneously with images and video or independently using the camera’s Data Log Mode. Tracking data may be viewed on the camera’s monitor or on a smart device. Users are able to press the INFO button to display current real-time data, even when the camera is turned off. Using the Olympus Image Track app to simultaneously display images, videos, and tracking information, lets users tell the story behind their shots.

a) Field Sensor System

GPS: The built-in GPS utilizes GLONASS and QZSS satellite systems in order to precisely calculate latitude and longitude. The GPS Assist function significantly reduces the amount of time required for initial GPS signal acquisition.

Manometer: Altitude and water depth are calculated based on atmospheric pressure and water pressure information.

Temperature Sensor: This sensor measures both air and water temperature, and is shielded from the effects of heat generated inside the camera.

Compass: The compass measures the direction in which the camera lens is pointed.

b) Olympus Image Track App

Pairing the camera and a smartphone with the TG-5’s built-in Wi-Fi® enables the simultaneous display of images, video, and tracking information, delivering a unique way to relive users’ experiences. A data overlay can be applied to images or video for posting adventures to social media. The resizing of images and videos is also available with the app.

  1. Reliable Tough performance: Reliable Tough performance: waterproof to depths of 50 feet (15 meters), shockproof from 7 feet (2.1 meters), crushproof to 220 pounds of force (100 kilograms of force), freezeproof down to 14°F (-10°C), dustproof and Anti-Fog Lens Cover Glass. Hermetically sealed construction provides waterproof performance for worry-free shooting underwater. This sealing also provides superb dustproof performance so that users can feel comfortable using the camera in dusty and dirty environments. The Tough TG-5’s shockproof performance is made possible via its floating construction that suspends key components inside the housing of the camera, enabling the camera to clear drop tests of up to 7 feet. The Tough TG-5’s robust construction also withstands loads of up to 220 pounds of force. Reliable operation is assured down to 14°F, making it possible to use the camera in cold environments where other digital devices may fail. In addition, the Tough TG-5 features Dual Pane Protective Cover Glass over the lens, preventing condensation caused by sudden changes in ambient temperature.
  1. Video functions now include 4K Movie and Full HD 120fps High-Speed Movie.

The Tough TG-5’s 4K Movie makes it possible to shoot Ultra HD video at four times the resolution of Full HD video, ideal for recording beautiful scenery in amazing detail. Full HD 120fps High-Speed Movie is also included to capture split-second moments with playback in stunning slow motion.

Other Features

  1. Variable Macro System easily captures microscopic subjects.
Olympus Tough TG-5: Expanded Macro Photography. Images Courtesy of Olympus

Olympus Tough TG-5: Expanded Macro Photography. Images Courtesy of Olympus

The Tough TG-5 is equipped with four macro modes with a maximum shooting magnification of 7x for capturing microscopic subjects difficult to see with the naked eye. Accessories such as the LG-1 LED Light Guide and the FD-1 Flash Diffuser expand shooting possibilities by enabling proper illumination of macro subjects.

a) Four Specialized Macro Modes

Microscope Mode: This mode allows users to shoot subjects as close as 1cm from the end of the lens and use the optical zoom to enlarge and shoot subjects. This feature is perfect for shooting insects, the veins in a leaf, snowflake crystals and other details in nature that cannot be seen with the naked eye.

Microscope Control Mode: This mode uses a combination of optical and digital zoom to magnify and capture microscopic subjects. Users are able to magnify a subject that is only 1mm in size up to a maximum of approximately 44.4mm when displayed on the rear LCD monitor. In addition to switching the magnification factor with the zoom lever, the arrow pad may be used to switch between 1x, 2x and 4x with the press of a single button as if changing the objective lens on a real microscope.

Focus Stacking Mode: Depth of field typically becomes shallow in macro shooting. Focus Stacking Mode automatically captures eight different shots while shifting the focus from the foreground to the background. Then, the focused areas are extracted and merged so that a full resolution image with large depth of field is created.

Focus Bracketing Mode: This function captures up to 30 images while shifting the focus from the foreground to the background. Users can select the amount of focus shift and number of shots in three levels. Focus Bracketing Mode is convenient for focusing on low-contrast subjects such as flower petals that consist of a single color.

  1. Superb controls allow for smooth shooting even in rugged environments.
Olympus Tough TG-5, red, and accessories

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, and accessories

The Tough TG-5’s grip’s shape and thickness have been improved to provide for a more secure hold, and the camera’s controls may be easily operated even while wearing gloves. A new control dial helps users easily adjust shooting settings such as exposure compensation. An Accessory Lock has been added to the front of the camera to secure Tough system accessories, including Tough converter lenses and the LG-1 LED Light Guide. Movie Modes are now readily accessible via the primary Mode Dial, and a variety of shooting settings may be registered to the two Custom Modes for instant use. Together, these features make the Tough TG-5 easy to use in any environment.

  • Four Underwater Modes allow users to easily capture beautiful underwater photos.
  • Grid Display assists users with composition.
  • Focus Peaking and MF Assist aids in manual focusing.
  • Zero-lag Pro Capture Mode enables users to capture precise moments, even if they happen prior to fully depressing the shutter.
  • Nighttime Live Composite Mode is ideal for shooting fireworks and star trails.
  • HDR shooting delivers a rich range of tonal expressions by merging multiple images.
  • The Olympus Image Share app allows for remote shooting and wireless sharing via a connected smart device.
  • 14 unique Art Filters enable enhanced creativity.
Olympus Tough TG-5, red: Zero-lag Pro Capture Mode

Olympus Tough TG-5, red: Zero-lag Pro Capture Mode

System Accessories

There is an extensive lineup of system accessories available for the Tough TG-5 for expanded photographic applications.

1. Waterproof Converter Lenses (Sold separately)

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with Fisheye Converter lens, FCON-T01, and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with Fisheye Converter lens, FCON-T01, and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

 

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with the TCON-T01 Teleconverter lens and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with the TCON-T01 Teleconverter lens and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

With Tough converter lenses, users can enjoy different angles of view while maintaining the brightness of the camera lens. Attach the FCON-T01 Fisheye Converter lens to enjoy shooting with fisheye effects with an ultra-wide 130° angle field of view. Attach the TCON-T01 Teleconverter lens to shoot at a telephoto 170mm focal length (35mm equivalent). Both lenses are waterproof and may be attached and removed underwater. The CLA-T01 Adapter is required to use these lenses. Users may also attach the bundled LC-40.5 lens cap and the PRF-D40.5 PRO Protection Filter (sold separately) to the CLA-T01.

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with CLA-T01 Adapter and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with CLA-T01 Adapter and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

 

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with CLA-T01 Adapter, lens cap, and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with CLA-T01 Adapter, lens cap, and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

2. Macro Lighting Accessories (Sold separately)

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with LG-1 LED Light Guide (off) and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with LG-1 LED Light Guide (off) and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

 

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with LG-1 LED Light Guide (on) and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with LG-1 LED Light Guide (on) and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

The LG-1 LED Light Guide uses the camera’s built-in LED light to evenly illuminate subject up to the closest focusing distance of 1cm for superb macro shooting. The FD-1 Flash Diffuser evenly diffuses the light of the camera’s built-in flash. This helps reduce subject blur and camera shake that tends to occur during macro shooting in low-light situations, and enables the use of lower ISO sensitivity. It also makes it possible to darken the background all subjects to better stand out in photos. Both lighting accessories enable users to easily obtain creative macro shots that rival those of an interchangeable lens camera.

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with FD-1 Flash Diffuser and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with FD-1 Flash Diffuser and Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

3. Underwater Housing (New, sold separately)

Olympus Tough PT-058 Underwater Housing

Olympus Tough PT-058 Underwater Housing

The PT-058 Underwater Housing is waterproof down to 147 feet (45 meters), and features black coating on the front of the body to prevent unwanted reflections. This housing enables use of the Control Dial for exposure compensation while underwater. There is a wide range of accessories available, including the UFL-3 External Flash for dual-unit underwater flash photography. The external PTWC-01 Underwater Wide Converter Lens and PTMC-01 Underwater Macro Converter Lens may also be used with this underwater case.

Other Accessories

1. Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126 (New, sold separately)

Olympus Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

Olympus Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126

This customized silicone jacket protects the surface of the camera body from scratches and improves grip performance so that users can hold the camera more securely. The LG-1 LED Light Guide and FD-1 Flash Diffuser may be used with the silicone jacket attached to the camera.

2. Mesh Camera Case, CSCH-121 (Sold separately)

This case is made of silicone rubber and features a mesh design that makes it easy for water to drain to keep the camera dry. Because this case contains no metal parts (including the carabineer), users don’t have to worry about rust.

3. Sport Holder, CSCH-123 (Sold separately)

Olympus Tough TG-5, black, with Sport Holder (blue), CSCH-123

Olympus Tough TG-5, black, with Sport Holder (blue), CSCH-123

This holder secures your camera to a backpack or belt horizontally or vertically and can be easily removed with a single hand. This accessory makes it possible to capture POV video and includes a carabineer and spiral cord to prevent the camera from falling.

Olympus Tough TG-5, black, with Sport Holder (orange), CSCH-123

Olympus Tough TG-5, black, with Sport Holder (orange), CSCH-123

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with Sport Holder (blue), CSCH-123

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with Sport Holder (blue), CSCH-123

 

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with Sport Holder (orange), CSCH-123

Olympus Tough TG-5, red, with Sport Holder (orange), CSCH-123

Sales Outline for Available Accessories

Product Name MSRP Launch
Underwater Case, PT-058 $299.99 USD

$329.99 CAD

June 2017
Silicone Jacket, CSCH-126 $29.99 USD

$31.99 CAD

FCON-T01 Fisheye Converter Lens & CLA-T01 Adapter Tough Pack $139.98 USD

$139.98 CAD

Currently Available
Protection Filter, PRF-D40.5 PRO $51.99 USD

$51.99 CAD

TCON-T01 Teleconverter Lens & CLA-T01 Adapter Tough Pack $129.98 USD

$129.98 CAD

Converter Lens Adapter, CLA-T01 $19.99 USD

$19.99 CAD

LED Light Guide, LG-1 $40.99 USD

$40.99 CAD

Flash Diffuser, FD-1 $51.99 USD

$64.99 CAD

Underwater External Flash, UFL-3 $499.99 USD

$499.99 CAD

Underwater Wide Converter Lens, PTWC-01 $549.99 USD

$539.99 CAD

Underwater Macro Converter Lens, PTMC-01 $259.99 USD

$209.99 CAD

Mesh Camera Case, CSCH-121

(Blue, Red, Black)

$34.99 USD

$34.99 CAD

Sport Holder, CSCH-123

(Light Blue, Orange)

$34.99 USD

$34.99 CAD

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Tough TG-5 Web Specs
Sensor / Processor
Sensor Type 1/2.3″ BSI CMOS SENSOR
Effective Pixels 12 million
ISO Sensitivity AUTO ISO: 100 ‐ 1600 with customizable upper limit from 100 to 12800
Manual ISO: 100 – 12800 (adjustable)
Processor Olympus TruePic™ VIII
Tough Capabilities
Waterproof IPX8 – Waterproof to depths of 50 ft / 15 m
Dustproof IP6X
Freezeproof Freezeproof to 14°F / -10°C
Crushproof Crushproof to 220 lbf / 100 kgf
Shockproof Shockproof from 7 ft / 2.1 m
Lens Cover Glass Anti-fog dual pane
Lens / Shutter
Focal Length (35mm Equiv.) 4.5mm – 18mm (25mm – 100mm)
Aperture Range f/2.0 (wide) – f/4.9 (tele)
Focus Range Wide/Tele: 3.9in/10cm to infinity
Super Macro Mode: 0.4in/1cm to infinity, focal length 30 – 100mm (equivalent)
Shutter Speed 1/2 – 1/2000 sec. (Night Scene, A mode: up to 4 sec.)
Optical Zoom 4x
Image Stabilization 2.5 EV* (Focal length set to 18mm. 35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 100mm)
*Based on CIPA measurement conditions
Focusing System
AF System Type CMOS Contrast Detection System
Focusing Points 25
AF Focus Modes Single AF (S-AF) / AF Tracking / Manual Focus (MF)
AF Illuminator Yes
Face Detection Yes
Manual Focus Assist Focus knob rotation activates Live View image magnification and/or focus peaking when in S-AF+MF or MF mode
Peaking Function Yes; Color selection: white, black, red, yellow
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill-in, Manual (1/1 (FULL)~1/64), Flash Off
Flash Intensity Control Method TTL Auto, Manual
Flash Intensity Control Up to ±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps selectable
Rear Monitor
Monitor Type Color LCD
Monitor Size 3.0″ (Aspect Ratio 3:2)
Monitor Resolution 460k Dots
Touchscreen No
Monitor Brightness Adjustment ±7 levels
Live View Approx. 100% field of view, exposure compensation preview, WB adjustment preview, gradation preview, face detection preview (up to 8 faces), grid line.

Display modes: Standard, Histogram, Highlight & Shadow, Level Gauge, Off.

Image Recording
Removable Memory Type SD, SDHC*1, SDXC*1, Eye-Fi Card compatible*2
*1 UHS-I compatible
*2 Not compatible with Endless Memory
Recording Format DCF2.0, Exif2.3
Still Image File Format RAW (12-bit lossless compression), JPEG, RAW+JPEG
Recording Image Size [RAW] 4000 x 3000
[JPEG] 4000 x 3000 – 640 x 480
One Touch Tele-converter x2 / x4*
*Microscope Control mode only
Shooting Modes
Mode Dial Intelligent Auto (iAUTO), Program Auto (P), Aperture Priority (A), Custom1, Custom2, Underwater, Microscope, Scene Mode
Sequential Shooting [Sequential shooting H]*: approx. 20 fps with selectable 10/20 fps
[Sequential shooting L]: approx. 5 fps
[Pro Capture]*: approx. 10 fps
*Electronic Shutter
Sequential Shooting Maximum Recordable Frames [Sequential shooting H] RAW: Max. 14 frames, JPEG (LN): Until card is full
[Sequential shooting L] RAW: Max. 49 frames, JPEG (LN): Until card is full
Maximum Recordable Frames Prior to Full Shutter Press (Pro Capture Mode) 5 frames (fixed)
Creative Features
Picture Modes i-Enhance, Vivid, Natural, Muted, Portrait, Monotone, Custom, e Portrait, Art Filters
Scene Modes Portrait, e-Portrait, Landscape, Portrait +Landscape, Hand-held Starlight*, Nightscape, Portrait + Nightscape, Children, Sport, Candlelight, Sunset, Fireworks, Beach & Snow, Panorama, Live Composite, Backlight HDR
*6 images are automatically captured and combined into a single image composite
Art Filters Pop Art (I, II / a.b.c.d.e.f.)
Soft Focus ( – / c.e.)
Pale & Light Color (I, II / a.b.c.d.f.)
Light Tone ( – / d.f.)
Grainy Film (I, II / b.c.d.g.h)
Pin Hole (I, II, III / d.)
Diorama ( I,II / d.)
Cross Process (I, II / b.c.d.f.)
Gentle Sepia ( – / a.b.c.d.f.)
Dramatic Tone (I / b.c.d.e.f.) (II / b.c.d.e.f.g.h)
Key Line (I, II / a.b.c.d.e.)
Watercolor (I, II / a.b.c.d.)
Vintage (I, II, III / a.b.c.d.e.f.i)
Partial Color (I, II, III / a.b.c.d.e.f)
Detail of Art Effect a. Soft Focus Effect
b. Pin-Hole Effect
c. White Edge Effect
d. Frame Effect
e. Star Light Effect
f. Blur Effect (Top & bottom, Left & Right)
g. B&W Effect (None, Yellow, Orange, Red, Green)
h. Pict. Tone (None, Sepia, Blue, Purple, Green)
i. Shade Effect (Top & bottom, Left & Right)
Color Ring for Partial Color 18 Selectable Colors
Live Composite 0.5sec – 4.0 sec / Lighten Mode (Bright area prioritization)
Interval Mode Interval Time 1 sec. – 24 hours, max 299 frames. Available when automatically creating Time-lapse video.
Exposure Compensation ±2 adjustable by 1/3 EV steps
Video / Audio
Video File Format MOV (MPEG-4AVC / H.264)
Video Modes [MOV]

3840×2160 (4k) / 30p, 25p (Bit rate: Approx. 102 Mbps)
1920×1080 (FHD) / 30p, 25p / IPB (SF,F,N)
1920×1080 (FHD) / 60p, 50p / IPB (SF,F,N)
1280×720 (HD) / 30p,25p / IPB (SF,F,N)

60p: 59.94fps, 50p: 50.00fps, 30p: 29.97fps, 25p: 25.00fps

FHD IPB (SuperFine / 52Mbps, Fine / 30Mbps, Normal / 18Mbps)

HD IPB (SuperFine / 52Mbps, Fine / 30Mbps, Normal / 18Mbps)

*Frame rates may drop when particular Art Filters and Movie Effects are used.
*Speed Class 10 SD card is recommended for shooting movies.

*UHS-I Speed Class 3 SD card must be used for 4K video and high speed movie.

Maximum Video Recording Time [MOV] Approx. 29 min
Art Filter for Movie Yes
(Frame rates may drop when certain Art Filters are used)
Time Lapse Movie [MOV] 3840×2160 (4K) / 5fps
1920×1080 (FHD) / 5fps, 10fps, 15fps
1280×720 (HD) / 5fps, 10fps, 15fps, 30fps
High Speed Movie 1920×1080 (FHD) / 120fps
1280×720 (HD) / 240fps
640×360 (SD) / 480fps
Image Stabilization for Video Digital stabilization (angle of view becomes slightly smaller)
Audio Recording Wave Format (Stereo linear PCM/16-bit, Sampling frequency 48kHz)
Microphone Built-in stereo microphone
Speaker Built-in mono speaker
Live View Output via HDMI Monitor Mode (outputs video and info display to a connected monitor)*
*Info display is not shown on the camera while recording
Connectivity / Power Requirements
Wi-Fi Built-in (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)
Action Track Sensors GPS (GLONASS, QZSS), compass, manometer, temperature sensor, accelerometer
PC Connectivity USB 2.0 (Micro-B)
HDMI Micro HDMI (Type D)
PictBridge Easy Print Print reservation (DPOF), Direct print (PictBridge compatible)
Battery Type LI-92B Li-ion battery
Battery Life Approx. 340 Images (using Toshiba SDHC UHS-I Card Exceria with IS ON, based on CIPA test standards)
Approx. 50 minutes* (under standard JEITA testing)
Approx. 110 minutes (when zoom and other operational functions are not used)
*When repeatedly recording at the maximum time of 29 minutes
Additional Information
Self Timer Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec., custom (wait time: 1-30sec., number of shots: 1-10, shot interval: 0.5 / 1 / 2 / 3sec.)
Languages 34 selectable languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Czech, Dutch, Danish, Polish, Portuguese, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Croatian, Slovenian, Hungarian, Greek, Slovakian, Turkish, Latvian, Estonian, Lithuanian, Ukrainian, Serbian, Bulgarian, Rumanian, Indonesian, Malay, Thai
Weights / Dimensions / Bundled Items
Dimensions W: 113 mm H: 66 mm D: 31.9 mm (based on CIPA standards, excludes protrusions)
W: 4.43 in H: 2.6 in D: 1.23 in
Weight Approx. 250 g (with battery and memory card, based on CIPA standards)
(0.55 lb / 8.72 oz)
Bundled Items Body, USB cable, Hand Strap, instruction manual, warranty card, LI-92B Li-ion battery, F-5AC Li-ion battery charger

The following video presents The TG 5 Top 5:
Olympus Product Manager Nathan shares the Top 5 reasons to buy the rugged TG-5, the perfect camera for adventures and on-the-go shooting.


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