Ikelite Olympus TG-5, TG-6, & OM System TG-7
Underwater Housing
** Housings produced after October 1, 2023 (serial number UC68462 and above) are updated to fit the OM System TG-7 camera. Older housings can be modified to fit the newer camera (please contact BluewaterPhoto for more details).
As always, Ikelite housings are made from ABS polycarbonate blend which provides a combination of strength and lightweight qualities. It is also durable and can reach up to depths of 60m (200 ft). The Ikelite Olympus TG-5, TG-6 & OM System Underwater Housing features a side-mounted shutter release and their new zoom control for easy operation. The housing port is 67mm threaded which makes it compatible to multiple wet lenses.
Robust Construction and Corrosion-Resistant Design
At the heart of the Ikelite Olympus TG-6 Underwater Housing lies a meticulously engineered blend of materials that sets it apart. The housing's ABS-PC blend offers unparalleled strength and corrosion-resistance, ensuring its longevity in even the harshest aquatic environments. Ikelite's attention to detail extends beyond the materials, with a specially formulated color that deflects the sun's rays, keeping the camera cool and performing at its best during extended shooting sessions.
Depth-Defying Performance
Designed to withstand the immense pressure of the underwater realm, the Ikelite Olympus TG-5, TG-6 & OM System Underwater Housing boasts a depth rating of 200 feet (60 meters), well beyond the capabilities of the standard Olympus-branded housing. This robust construction, combined with Ikelite's decades of experience in the dive industry, instills confidence in photographers as they venture into the depths, secure in the knowledge that their gear is up to the challenge.
Intuitive Controls and Seamless Functionality
Navigating the underwater world requires quick and responsive controls, and the Ikelite Olympus TG-5, TG-6 & OM System Underwater Housing delivers. The side-mounted shutter lever and new zoom control make shooting a breeze, allowing photographers to focus on capturing the perfect moment rather than fumbling with cumbersome buttons. The housing's hard anodized aluminum and acetyl controls operate smoothly and are fully serviceable, ensuring a long-lasting user experience.
Versatile Lens Compatibility
The Ikelite Olympus TG-5, TG-6 & OM System Underwater Housing's 3-inch diameter port features a 67mm thread, enabling the easy attachment of a wide range of external lenses / wet lenses (see below for a range of lens options). Photographers can explore the underwater realm with a variety of perspectives, from wide-angle lenses that capture the grandeur of the scene to macro lenses that reveal the intricate details of small marine life.
Seamless Strobe Integration
Underwater photography often requires the use of external lighting to achieve the best color and clarity. ThIkelite Olympus TG-5, TG-6 & OM System Underwater Housing is designed with two fiber optic ports, allowing for the connection of up to two strobes. This seamless integration ensures that photographers can harness the power of Ikelite's renowned DS strobes, ensuring vibrant and well-lit images.
Recommended Lenses:
Macro
- Bluewater +7 macro lens gives very good results, we recommended stacking 2 of these lenses for supermacro
- AOI +12 Close Up Wet Lens
Wide Angle
- AOI UWL-09 Wide Angle Lens gives excellent wide-angle results
- Inon UWL-H100
- Ikelite DC-1 dome for TG housings
Recommended Strobes:
Related Underwater Gear Categories:
- Ikelite Housings, Strobes and Ports
- Olympus TG-6 Underwater Housings
- Underwater Strobes for Underwater
- Underwater Photo Gear
- Underwater Camera Rental
Olympus Tough TG-5 and TG-6 Reviews
Read our full Olympus TG-5 review and Olympus TG-6 review to learn more about its features and why we love it for underwater photography.
OM Systems TG-7 Reviews:
Read about our Initial thoughts and Review on the new OW System's TG-7
Read our full OM System Tg-7 Underwater Review
Sample Video
Sample Olympus TG-6 Underwater Photos:
Jellyfish photographed with the Olympus TG-6. 1/100, f/14, ISO 100
Curious wolf eel photographed with the Olympus TG-6, f/6.3, 1/130, ISO 400 wet wide angle lens.
Periwinkles on eel grass. Olympus TG-6.
Below are some OM System TG-7 underwater image examples
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- Depth Rating: 200 ft (60m)
- Ergonomically designed - All camera functions are accessible thru the housing except for Log Switch
- Slightly positive buoyancy in fresh water
- 1/4-20 thread tray mounting with 3 inch (76 mm) spacing
- Weight: 1.1 lb (500 g)
- Dimensions : 158 x 112 x 94 mm
- 3.0-inch diameter glass lens port
