Product Description

TIPA Award 2009 Best Rugged D-camera------As the flagship of the Tough Series the Tough-8000 is as tough as they come. Waterproof to a depth of 10 metres and resistant to temperatures as low as -10C it also boasts advanced dustproofing technology to keep out sand and dirt as well as shockproof construction capable of withstanding a fall up to 2 metres or a load of up to 100 kgf.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5373 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Olympus
• Model: Mju Tough 8000
• Released on: 2009-01-07
• Dimensions: 2.43" h x 3.74" w x .85" l, .40 pounds
• Display size: 2.7

Features

• Olympus Camera MidntBlk ?JU TOUGH 8000
  • Olympus mju Tough 8000 10MP shockproof, freezeproof, crushproof, and waterproof digital camera• Features 3.6x wide optical zoom, dual image stabilisation, 6.9 cm LCD, face detection, intelligent auto

Manufacturer's Description

Manufacturer's Description

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mju TOUGH-8000

Waterproof, shockproof and freeze proof – the camera that’s built for life’s rough and tumble! Whatever photographic exploits you indulge in – from snorkelling to mountain biking or snowboarding – the 12 megapixel Olympus µ [mju:] TOUGH-8000 provides peace of mind and keeps on delivering great shots. It also looks fantastic, available in three colours: Platinum Silver, Midnight Black and Steel Blue. This hard-as-nails compact digital camera further boasts a 3.6x wide zoom that provides a 35mm equivalent focal length of 28-102mm to facilitate those group portraits and landscape shots. Blur caused by camera shake is all but eradicated thanks to Dual Image Stabilisation, and TAP Control allows the camera to be operated by tapping the body. So, if your camera isn’t an Olympus TOUGH, it’s not tough enough!

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Description

The flagship model in the tough range, the µ [mju:] TOUGH-8000 is perfect for those really wanting to take things to the limit: waterproof to 10m**, shockproofed against falls of a height up to 2m***, freezeproof down to temperatures as low as -10°C and crushproof to withstand weights of up to 100kg****, it can take a veritable beating and still return excellent results. The µ [mju:] TOUGH-8000 inherits the versatile 3.6x wide optical zoom which was first seen in the µ TOUGH series’ EISA Award winning µ 1030 SW predecessor model. The lens offers a focal range that starts at just 28mm for fantastic group photos and close-range architectural motifs, extending to 102mm for bringing distant subjects in close.

Dual Image Stabilisation joins the image-enhancing features of the µ [mju:] TOUGH-8000. It ensures that photos impress with their blur-free fidelity even when the shooting environment means some camera shake is inevitable. Besides an intuitive on-screen menu that can be displayed on the 6.9cm/2.7-inch HyperCrystal III LCD in up to 39 languages, the camera features an additional innovative approach to controlling the camera. The TAP Control mode gives users fast access to a range of settings simply by tapping the camera body – which also means adjustments can easily be made even when wearing ski gloves. Being built for tough action doesn’t mean the µ  [mju:] TOUGH-8000 skimps on image quality. Boasting 12MP, it is capable of recognising up to 16 faces thanks to Advanced Face Detection Technology guaranteeing that human subjects are always perfectly focused and exposed. Meanwhile, Shadow Adjustment Technology assures that optimal contrast levels are attained across the entire image. Shooting ease is also enhanced through the inclusion of Intelligent Auto Mode, which identifies the scene being framed and automatically adjusts camera settings to one of five commonly used scenes. The resilient µ [mju:] TOUGH-8000 is a natural choice for anyone looking for a camera that can keep up with an active lifestyle. [The small print:] * Equivalent to a 35mm camera ** Equivalent to MIL Standard (Olympus test conditions) *** According to IEC standard publication 529 IPX8 **** According to Olympus test conditions)

 

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Key Features

Shockproofed against drops from a height of up to two metres Waterproofed to depths of 10 metres Freezeproof to toe-curling temperatures of -10°C 12 megapixels for poster-sized prints 3.6x optical wide zoom (28-102mm equivalent in 35mm terms) to bring the action closer to you without the need to take a single step forward 6.9cm/2.7-inch HyperCrystal III LCD display for a clear view even in bright conditions and at extreme angles The high-resolution HyperCrystal III LCD monitor with a 160-degree wide viewing angle now features a maximum brightness of 1000cd/m and high contrast technology for significantly enhanced clarity and more beautiful images Advanced Face Detection Technology for up to 16 perfectly focused and exposed faces plus correct exposure for other image areas Dual Image Stabilisation to ensure quality results free from blur in low light or when shooting handheld at the far end of the zoom range Shadow Adjustment Technology (SAT) for even exposures, particularly useful when shooting against a bright background The easy way to perfect images – Intelligent Auto mode detects the five most commonly used scenes and adjusts settings, focus and exposure automatically Using the Beauty Mode functions, such as Skin Smoothing and Eye Contrast Enhancement/Enlargement, during shooting and editing in playback, you can easily create more beautiful portraits with a more natural look TAP control - now use the camera just by touch, even with gloves on Olympus digital cameras are not only compatible with a conventional xD-Picture Card, but also with microSD cards, thanks to the bundled microSD adapter. You can use the same microSD card used in other SD compatible devices, allowing new possibilities for the user

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TAP CONTROL MODE FOR EASY FUNCTION SELECTION This is a unique interface that lets users access a range of camera functions by simply tapping on the camera body. Quick View mode, Scroll Playback Pictures and a user-defined function (Flash or SAT) can all be accessed by tapping at particular points of the camera. HYPERCRYSTAL III LCD FOR ENHANCED BRIGHTNESS A high-grade, fully-transmissive technology used in LCDs, which employs an additional layer at the bottom of the LCD to reflect light from external light sources. This enhances the brightness of the LCD, so even in direct sunlight images are displayed sharply and improved contrast compared to that of conventional displays. Also, it provides for particularly wide viewing angles without glare or shadow, so images can be framed from a variety of angles and viewed by several people at once.

INTELLIGENT AUTO MODE FOR PERFECT PHOTOS This "intelligent" type of AUTO mode uses Face Detection Technology to allow the camera to detect the five most commonly used scenes automatically. It enables the capture of perfect photos without any need for manual settings. MICROSD COMPATIBILITY A special attachment comes bundled with this camera which provides for microSD card compatibility in addition to being able to use xD-Picture Cards. SHADOW ADJUSTMENT TECHNOLOGY FOR IMPROVED EXPOSURES A technology designed to improve exposure for pictures with dark areas. Using a sensor that works much like the human eye, dark parts of a composition (e.g. a shadow under a tree) are identified and the camera then adjusts the exposure settings accordingly for those areas. The result is a more realistic and detailed picture. EQUIPPED WITH AN UNDERWATER SENSOR The Mju TOUGH-8000 is equipped not only with a manometer display that shows altitude, air pressure, and depth, but also a newly designed underwater sensor. With this feature, the camera can detect when it is submerged in water and, thereby, automatically adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor and displays a warning when a depth of 7m (23 ft) is reached for safer and easier underwater use. The various underwater scene modes with underwater indication priority let you easily enjoy taking pictures underwater. POWERFUL DUAL IS FEATURE MINIMISES BLUR AND MAKES SHOOTING IN EXTREME "TOUGH" CONDITIONS A SNAP Powerful Dual IS feature minimises blur and makes shooting in extreme "tough" conditions a snap Image stabilisation used to be extremely difficult to combine with shockproof performance. However, Olympus succeeded in incorporating a CCD shift image stabilisation mechanism without sacrificing the body size. The result is Dual IS, which reduce blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement and makes it easier to take pictures in extreme "tough" conditions.

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Customer Reviews

Very good - even better with waterproof case for diving
Really nice piece of kit. I purchased it specifically for snorkeling. I also purchased the Olympus PT-45 waterproof case so I could dive deeper than 10m. I haven't used the camera underwater without the case - but the added security of having a waterproof camera was reassuring. The camera takes excellent pictures above and below water. I now have some memorable pictures in my library from a recent holiday.

I haven't given the camera 5 stars for two reasons. The first is directly about the camera - there is quite a delay between pressing the shutter and the picture being taken. This is annoying when taking pictures of moving subjects such as fish and turtles. The other reason is that the matching 2GB memory card (supplied by flash_memory) that Amazon recommended for the camera didn't allow all the functionality the camera can provide (it should have given the card's spec). Luckily I had also purchased an additional card through Amazon that worked perfectly which arrived in genuine Olympus packaging (supplied by Memory Card Zoo - excellent). Whilst using the card supplied by flash_memory it corrupted during use and I lost over 100 pictures. When I compared the two cards next to each other, though looking like Olympus cards, the corrupted card was clearly not authentic (ie. not made by Toshiba). Also flash_memory never refunded me or acknowledged the card's return.

In summary - fantastic camera that lives up to its name. Make sure you use genuine Olympus cards and be careful where you buy them. Digital cameras are only as good as the memory cards you put in them!

Olympus 'waterproof' camera
I bought this camera specifically because of its waterfproof claims, for a trip to the Galapagos Islands, so I wanted something which would be a good all-rounder. Initially I was very impressed, I used the camera above and below the water, free-diving to 4 or 5 metres and taking great shots of fish, sea-lions etc. However, on the fourth time that I used it in the water, it sunddenly started giving me error messages saying that the card cover was open, which it was not. I had not ever opened the card/battery cover since using it in the water, yet it had been fine the first three times. When I examined the camera, there was water in the battery area and a short while later, the lens fogged-up inside the camera. So much for waterproof to 10m, perhaps 5 meters, but no way did I free-dive down to 10 metres, yet the water got in.

There were 2 other people on my cruise with Olympus 10m waterproof cameras (varying models), all 3 cameras leaked water and failed completely. Very disappointing, I have been an Olympus fan until now, but won't be replacing this one with another Olympus.

tough means tough
I have had this camera just over a week and the picture quality is great. Though not tried underwater yet it withstood with flying colours a climb up Snowdon in Snowdonia in heavy rain, mist, high winds and snow on the summit. All the time I had it dangling from my neck exposed to the elements. It also took tumbles with me in thick snow and still took great pictures. The same walk killed my walking companions compact camera and mobile phone !. Looking forward to putting it to the test again on the hills and coast.