OM System Tough TG-7
Announced September 13, 2023
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The OM System Tough TG-7 is a rugged, waterproof compact camera built to withstand extreme outdoor environments and accidental drops. While it remains a durable companion for adventurers, the device offers only minor updates over its predecessor and struggles to match the image quality of modern smartphones.
Weighted from 17 reviewer scores
Pros
- Highly durable, waterproof, and shockproof build
- Versatile macro photography capabilities
- Compact and portable design
- Bright f/2.0 aperture lens
- Supports RAW image capture
Cons
- Minimal improvements over the previous model
- Small sensor struggles in low light
- Lacks a touchscreen interface
- Limited manual control and settings
- Cannot be used while charging
- Launch price $549.99 (USD)
- Sensor 12MP Smaller than 1-inch CMOS
- Video 4K 29.97p
- Stabilization In-body IS
- Burst 20 fps electronic 20 fps mechanical
What the Reviewers Say
All 17 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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The OM-System Tough TG-7 is a great choice for those who seek an easy to use, but tough point-and-shoot camera; particularly if you need something that can survive all types of adventure, wet or dry.
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[A] highly versatile compact camera that can be slipped in a pocket and taken anywhere and everywhere.
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The TG-7 is a very modest, OM System branded upgrade of a long-standing series of tough cameras that really will withstand almost everything that you throw at it.
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The image quality is decent rather than stunning, but it’s the OM System Tough TG-7’s rugged, adventure-ready design that gives it its true appeal.
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Yes, the OM System Tough TG-7 shares a lot of similarities with the Olympus Tough TG-6 – except for the fact that you can't buy the TG-6 any more, as it's been discontinued.
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The OM System TG-7 compact camera is waterproof and nearly indestructible, but dated tech and a sky-high price mean you should weigh other options.
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The OM System Tough TG-7 is a great grab-and-go compact that you can take pretty much anywhere. Although it's not a huge improvement over the TG-6, the scene modes are plentiful, and allow even beginners to capture good images.
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The OM System Tough TG-7 is a great companion for outdoor adventurers and should be able to keep up even in extreme conditions.
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The OM System TG-7 can go where most phones and other cameras can't, making it a good fit for anyone with an adventurous spirit.
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Generally with this camera, the thing that's impressed me the most is the video specs; they're really, really high.
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Honestly, it's just great to play around with a good point and shoot, and it's even better that I can basically not care what happens to it.
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In the all-weather, all-action category of compact cameras, the TG-7 beats all in the quality of images and its rugged, nearly indestructible build.
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Hey, for me I've thoroughly enjoyed it. I wanted something that I could do photography with in water; it's filled the gap for me just fine.
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This rugged compact camera is a fantastic grab-and-go camera for anyone who likes to go outside and find themselves in a variety of weather situations.
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I do recommend it exactly for that great memory capture camera, and this is it from me.
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I think for just below 500 bucks, this is an insane value package. It first of all creates astonishing images which given that we talk about a 12 megapixel sensor with a little bit of post-processing can be polished and look really good.
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In the realm of all-weather compact and action cameras, the OM System Tough TG-7’s feature-rich menus, rugged design and superb image quality beats all of its competitors by a mile.
