Ikelite Olympus TG-7 TG-6 Camera, Housing, Strobe Package
The Olympus TG-6 is the lastest part of the Tough Series - a series that is waterproof, compact, nearly indestructible underwater cameras. It is packed with great features, including a number of special modes which are optimized for underwater photography, like microscope mode for macro photos. It features a new, super-fast f/2.0 wide-angle lens, and a 12 MP image sensor that provides fantastic image quality. The camera also boasts an ability to capture 4K videos! Additional focusing features such as face detection AF, focus area selection, and manual focus, with or without assist and focus peaking, make this camera a breeze to shoot. This camera might as well be an instrument of science with built-in field sensors including a GPS, manometer, compass, and temperature sensor. The Olympus TG-6 sure can take a beating as it is waterproof (up to 50ft), shockproof, freezeproof, and crushproof!
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-6 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.
The package comes with everything you need to capture stunning photos. The camera and housing is mounted on a single arm tray which provides you the stability when shooting. The arms and clams, allows you to move the strobes around to achieve the perfect strobe position. The strobe is fired via fiber optic cable.
What's Included:
- Olympus TG-7 Camera
- Ikelite Olympus TG-6 Housing
- Ikelite DS-51 II Strobe
- Ikelite Action Tray II with Left Handle
- Ikelite Compact Ball Arm for Quick Release Handle
- Ikelite RC1 TTL Receiver
- Ikelite Fiber Optic Cable
Housing Features:
- Compact and light weight underwater housing
- Depth rating of 60m (200ft)
- Excellent Ergonomics
- 67mm front lens thread
- Compatible with different wet lenses
- Compatible with different strobes via fiber optic connection
Olympus TG-6 Camera Features:
- Bright f/2.0 Hi-Speed Lens
- Anti-reflective coating to glass around sensor (reduces flare and ghosting)
- 12MP Hi-Speed Image Sensor for Improved Low Light Performance and Noise Reduction
- Improved LCD: 1.04 million dots compared to 460 K dots on the TG-5
- Improved microscope mode
- Microscope mode available in program and aperture priority mode
- Dual Quad Core TruePic™ VIII Image Processor
- Image File Format: RAW, JPEG and RAW+JPEG
- 4K and High Speed Video
- Field Sensor System w/ GPS, Manometer, Compass & Temperature Sensor
- Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Crushproof
- 3" LCD Screen
- Built-in WiFi
- Dimension: W: 4.43 in H: 2.6 in D: 1.23 in / W: 113 mm H: 66 mm D: 31.9 mm
- Weight: Approx. 250 g
- Waterproof to 50 feet
TG-6 Review
Learn more about the TG-6 features and why we love it for underwater photography in our Olympus TG-6 review.
TG-7 Review - Read about our Initial thoughts and Review on the new OW System's TG-7.
Recommended Accessories:
- Cetacea Lanyard - keep you housing clipped to your BCD so it can't get lost
- AO Cooler Bag - the best way to transport your gear for boat and beach diving
- Stix Floats - Add buoyancy to your rig so it is more comfortable under water
- Bluewater Step up ring (52mm > 67mm)- 67mm adapter to mount macro or WA lenses
Related Underwater Gear Categories:
- Ikelite Housings, Strobes and Accessories
- Recommended Video Lights
- Best Underwater Strobes
- Underwater Photo Gear
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.
Wolf eel photographed with the Olympus TG-6
Sea star skin photographed with the TG-6 in microscope mode
Wolf Eel photographed with the TG-6
Sea urchin photographed by Allie Northey on her first ever dive with a camera!
Buffalo sculpin photographed with the Olympus TG-6. f/13, 1/50, ISO 400
The eye of a buffalo sculpin photographed with the Olympus TG-6. f/18, 1/100. ISO 400
Sea pen photographed with the Olympus TG-6. f/16, 1/80, ISO 400
Sea star photographed with the TG-6 in microscope mode
Lions mane jellyfish photographed with the Olympus TG-6, wet wide angle lens. f/6.3, 1/160, ISO 400
Flatfish photographed in microscope mode with the TG-6
