Olympus TG-4

What sets the What sets the Olympus TG-4 apart from other cameras in the rugged space is its ability to record RAW files and its full set of features. Its fast f/2.0 aperture at the wide angle is also a distinguishing feature. Enthusiast photographers might lament some lack of control and the three-step aperture system is less than ideal, but for the tough class this camera sits at the top.

Overall, the Olympus TG-4 is a very good tough camera, and deserving of wining our "Best Rugged Camera" award for 2015. For photographers searching for a rugged compact camera that can capture good images no matter the conditions, the TG-4 is worth serious consideration, and is most certainly a Dave's Pick. apart from other cameras in the rugged space is its ability to record RAW files and its full set of features. Its fast f/2.0 aperture at the wide angle is also a distinguishing feature. Enthusiast photographers might lament some lack of control and the three-step aperture system is less than ideal, but for the tough class this camera sits at the top.

Overall, the Olympus TG-4 is a very good tough camera, and deserving of wining our "Best Rugged Camera" award for 2015. For photographers searching for a rugged compact camera that can capture good images no matter the conditions, the TG-4 is worth serious consideration, and is most certainly a Dave's Pick.
16MP BSI-CMOS sensor
F2.0-4.9, 25-100mm equiv. lens
3" LCD w/460k dots
Waterproof to 15m/50ft
Raw support
GPS with compass and manometer
Wi-Fi w/smartphone app
1080/30p video
Optional conversion lenses