![]() ![]() It’s definitely worth flicking that on if you’re shooting underwater to give you full editing control over what can be tricky white balance conditions. Unlike many other tough compacts, you get some manual control (albeit limited), and the choice to shoot in Raw format. On the rear of the camera you’ll find a small scrolling mode dial, which you can use to move between the various shooting modes the TG-6 offers. One criticism here is that the buttons are a little on the small and fiddly side – not an issue if you can see and feel them properly, but if your visibility is limited then it isn’t so good.īeing waterproof down to 15 metres makes the TG-6 ideal for capturing shots while holding the camera underwater. This is handy for one-handed operation, or if you’re trying to use the camera in typical “tough” conditions – underwater or in the freezing cold, for example. ![]() The vast majority of buttons are gathered on the right-hand side of the camera. It has a certain smartness to it and, thanks to its chunkiness, it feels as tough and sturdy as it promises to be. Tough cameras are never going to win beauty pageants, but we’ve certainly seen a lot worse than the TG-6. Related: Best waterproof cameras Olympus TG-6 design – Slightly fiddly buttons could be tricky in certain conditions So is it our new favourite waterproof camera? I took it to the beach to find out. The TG-6 adds a new screen and Underwater Microscope mode to its predecessor’s rugged build and handy macro modes. However, it does bring some modern refinements to a camera that’s perfect for taking to the beach or handing over to the kids without worrying about smashed screens or rock incidents. The successor to our favourite waterproof camera of 2018, the TG-6 doesn’t exactly reinvent the genre. Compact cameras might seem a little dated in this age of impressive smartphone snapping, but there’s still very much a place for waterproof tough cams such as the Olympus TG-6. ![]()
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