• Tg 5 Camera

Lots Of Upgrades For The Olympus TG 5 But Do They Work?Local Dive Thailand had a bit of a break from Phuket diving and took the new Olympus TG 5 for a trip to Komodo, plenty of upgrades and new features to be tried out. Should have brought the manual really TG5 Macro To StartA gentle macro dive to start the trip, the macro capabilities of the TG series has always been great for a compact and this still remains the same. If your not a smartarse and read the manual you’ll find out that the flash in the TG5 can now be adjusted manually. Full power is extremely bright, the first nudi I took a photo of ignited after a brief play with settings available from the easily accessible menu it was business as usual. Unsinged Squat Lobster TG5 Macro ModeSettings: Macro mode- 1/200s; f/6.3; ISO 200:Internal Flash 1/1.6 Microscope Mode Still GreatThe microscope mode that sets this camera apart from all other compacts still remains it’s best feature. The autofocus speed is quick and accurate, able to focus as close as 1cm to the lense, there’s simply no subject too small for this camera.

You really don’t need any additional macro lenses.With this in mind I set off to get a photo of a minute ladybug, I failed miserably. As quick as the focus speed is for a compact the challenge of getting a shot of a minute animal sat on a soft coral that is furiously waving in the current and has an annoying habit of hopping away at the right moment was a bit too much for the camera and my patience. Minute Candy Crab TG5 Microscope ModeSettings: Microscope mode- 1/500s; f/3.2; ISO 100:Video light Wide AngleWell widish angle, after a series of failed attempts to purchase the UWL- 04 before the trip I had to make do with a not too great Meikon dome port lense but the improved sensor and a sensible megapixel count should in theory improve the picture quality.So after a brief scroll through the menu to adjust some settings I was good to go, or so I thought. As well as reading the manual and taking practice shots on land it’s also advisable not to take your first dives with your new camera in the ripping currents around Komodo.

After analyzing the shot and making adjustments you can be in another time zone from your subject. Fortunately (in this case) there isn’t that much that you can adjust on this simple camera and the wide angle results do indeed seem to be much sharper than previous models.Aperture priority mode as with previous models produce the best results but we actually found that you can get some nice shots with the programme auto mode. On previous models the manual white balance was a waste of time after about 15m and the annoying NG Retry message drove me insane, at least the message has changed and it does at least try, there is a significant improvement getting a white balance at depth but it’s still not perfect.

Tg 5 Camera

TG5 Ambient Light Wide Angle ExampleSettings: Aperture priority- 1/200s; f/2.8; ISO 100: Ambient light 4K Video and 120fps In Full HDA huge leap forward from previous models, the Olympus TG-5 can now shoot video in 4K and full HD at 120fps allowing for some very nice slow motion effects. The improved in camera stabilisation combined with slow motion makes a very smooth video.For both of the above you have to access the new movie mode which means you can’t get any off the above in macro or microscope mode but you can still go straight to Full HD with a press of a button from any mode. Broadclub Cuttlefish UpgradesThe new top dial gives another quick adjustment option.

You can only change it’s default designation (exposure in most modes) to manual focus, it allows you to quickly change settings without having to go through the menu excessively if you get caught by surprise.When using manual focus you can take advantage of the focus peaking, another feature borrowed from of the high end Olympus camera’s. The area in focus will be highlighted in red or green (your choice) which makes it much easier to see if you have indeed got the subject in focus – godsend for old eyes like mine.The new 2MP CMOS imaging sensor promises improved low light and performance and from what we’ve seen so far the images are sharper with great colour.

The image processor is exactly the same as the much higher spec Olympus OM-D E-M1 II and allows a shooting speed of 20fps. In A NutshellA great little compact for beginners and definitely the most advanced of the TG range. Experienced photographers can keep it in there BCD pocket and whip it out to get a macro shot if they’re using a wide angle set up on there obscenely expensive DSLR.It would have nice if there was a full manual mode but considering all the new features that have been packed it to this tough camera, it’s still a great buy and let’s not forget it’s almost bullet proof.Posted in on.

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Release DateJune 23, 2017May 1, 2015Effective Pixels12 million pixels1/2.3 CMOS16 million pixels1/2.3 CMOSImage ProcessorTruePic VIIITruePic VIIMonitor3.0 inches, Approx. Shooting ModesiAUTO modeThe camera automatically adjusts the settings best suited for the scene, which is convenient for beginners. Camera settings cannot be changed, except some settings, because this is an automatic mode.P (Program mode)The camera automatically adjusts the settings best suited for the scene. Unlike iAUTO mode, camera menu settings such as white balance and exposure compensation can be changed.A (A mode)When the aperture value is set manually, the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed automatically.You can set the aperture to F2.0, F2.8, F8.0 at wide angle and F4.9, F6.3, F18 at telephoto by rotating the control dial or by pressing once the arrow pad UP and then the Up or Down button.C1 / C2 (Custom mode 1 / 2)The settings saved in Reset/Assign Custom Modes can be recalled by placing the mode dial to C1 or C2. You can save different settings to the C1 and C2.SCN (Scene mode)This mode enables you to shoot in the appropriate settings by selecting a sub mode best suited to the subject or scene.Select a general situation in sub mode 1, and then a more specific mode in sub mode 2.

Sub Mode 1Sub Mode 2PeoplePortrait, e-Portrait, Portrait + Landscape, Portrait + Nightscape, ChildrenNightscapesNightscape, Portrait + Nightscape, Handheld Starlight, Fireworks, Live CompositeMotionSport, ChildrenSceneryLandscape, Sunset, Beach & Snow, Panorama, Backlight HDRIndoorsCandlelight, Portrait, e-Portrait, Children, Backlight HDR(movie mode)In addition to standard movies, you can record high-resolution 4K movies or shoot high-speed movies that are played back in slow motion. The followings describes the differences:In iAUTO (AUTO) mode, the camera determines the appropriate settings for the shooting conditions and subjects such as people, scenery or nightscapes. The camera then sets to the best suited shooting mode (e.g. Portrait, Macro or Scenery).

Camera settings cannot be changed, except some menu options, because this is a fully automatic mode.P mode is for program shooting. The camera automatically sets the optimum aperture and shutter speed based on the lighting conditions. Shooting settings such as exposure compensation, white balance and sequential shooting can be changed.iAUTO mode is convenient for beginners. After getting used to shooting with the camera using the iAUTO mode, we recommend you to use the P mode for changing to the desired settings manually. Olympus products are built to highest quality standards and should provide you with years of satisfaction. Ensure the long lasting enjoyment of your purchase with an Extended Warranty. This Extended Warranty includes:.

Coverage against defects in materials ir workmanship for two years beyond the original manufacturer's warranty period. One free checkup and cleaning during the warranty period.What is covered by the Extended Warranty?If the Olympus product fails to function properly under normal and proper usage due to defects in materials or workmanship, during the period of this Extended Warranty, Olympus will, at its option, either repair at no charge for parts or labor, or replace. Please Note:. Extended warranty must be purchased within the original warranty time period: First year on a new products, 90 days on a refurbished product. Extended warranty must be limited to product sold in the USA, its territories, and Canada from authorized Olympus dealers.

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