Olympus STYLUS Tough TG-4 Compact Camera 16MP 1/2.3" BSI CMOS 4608 x 3456pixels Black - Digital Cameras (16MP, 4608 x 3456 pixels, BSI CMOS, 4x, Full HD, Black)

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While SCN modes such as Silent, Panorama and Light Trails achieve effects that are similar to the Live Composite in AP mode, more advanced settings are possible in AP mode than in SCN mode. Overall the Olympus Stylus Tough TG-4 is a reliable photo camera that captures high-quality images with its powerful sensor and advanced features. To enable Wi-Fi on your TG-4, access the camera's settings menu and locate the "Connect to Smartphone" option. CEWE, one of Europe's leading

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Not many compacts are that generous, the COOLPIX AW130, which is more typical, is limited to 5 frames at 7fps or enough for a less than one-second burst. Its lightweight and small dimensions make it a perfect travel companion for outdoor adventures, while its quality and durability make it perfect for professional photographers.You can choose an angle of view of approximately double the normal shots, same as that of the Panorama in SCN mode, or approximately four times. A lineup of optional system accessories are available for the TG-4, including waterproof fisheye and teleconverter lenses, an LED ring light, a "sport holder", and float straps. The TOUGH TG4 lens features optical stabilisation which can be turned on or off from the camera menu. The TG4’s lens doesn’t cope well when the light is in front of you, notice how the contrast drops considerably when I pan around to the river.

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To my eye, Raw images converted at default settings are a little low in contrast, and could probably handle a bit more sharpening when viewing them at a pixel level. The Olympus Tough TG-4 isn't without issue, but it's still the best waterproof point-and-shoot that we've tested. And if you’re thinking that might have been possible with the in-camera JPEG, the image on the right shows what happens if you apply the same adjustments to the JPEG; it’s better than the original, but there’s not nearly as much detail in the sky or the tower as in the adjusted RAW file. It’s even more important when shooting under water where the ambient light level is always lower than it is above the surface.The AF is still a little jittery, but the TG4 copes better into the light at the beginning of this clip than in the previous one.

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because most people who use action cameras don't want to bother controling adjustments in the camera. More importantly, the TOUGH TG4 gives you 100 frames, that’s enough to capture 20 seconds of action. At 25mm f/2 the TG-4 scores 2,125 lines per picture height, with good performance through most of the frame.The problem is the loop is very loose fitting (I could fit both my hands through it) so you still need to keep a firm grip on the camera at all times – which can make swimming tricky. It's not a perfect camera, though, with limited aperture choices in manual mode and unimpressive video quality. You’ll notice on the shot below that even though I’ve not zoomed in a great deal, not all of the ladybird is in focus.

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The battery is charged over USB, and it's a shame that Olympus continues to use a proprietary connector rather than the industry standard micro-USB port.For this clip I tested the TOUGH TG4’s continuous AF performance by zooming the lens in slightly and panning from the coffee cup on the table up to the bar and back again. The interval timer is more like an advanced self-timer, taking no more than ten shots at intervals no greater than 3 seconds, but it’s still a handy update, and you can also configure it to capture bursts (for burst shooting the maximum interval is 30 seconds) or movies instead if preferred. The camera also has fully automatic (iAuto), macro (Microscope), and Underwater settings on the dial, along with two custom positions that you can program to your liking, and a Scene setting from which additional modes can be accessed. It can be useful for organizing and sharing your photos, especially if you are traveling or exploring new places.