I can recommend this fabulous camera, great value at JLP. GPS, good light/focus sensor and brilliant clarity when viewed on laptop. Large prints for A4 prints no problem. Just what I needed for my new granddaughter.

The TG-5 provides you with a versatile fill flash, which can improve images even in decent lighting situations, like in this group portrait of my wife, daughter and son. Like the Nikon Coolpix W300, I didn't notice any conspicuous distortion (barrel or pincushion distortion) at images shot at either...

Wide range of versatile features and modes; Menus; dials and controls offer multiple access points to settings; Impressive macro features; Can capture slow-motion video at HD resolution; Includes ability to capture RAW image files

Struggles in low-light situations; Menu structure is somewhat confusing; Zoom mechanism produces noise during video capture

This sadly is one of those occasions where the launch bears no resemblance to the availability of review samples, so while I was ready to go when the launch came my memory of exactly what the camera can do was somewhat dimmed by the time taken for one to arrive which means the time required to...

This sadly is one of those occasions where the launch bears no resemblance to the availability of review samples, so while I was ready to go when the launch came my memory of exactly what the camera can do was somewhat dimmed by the time taken for one to arrive which means the time required to...

I previously had the TG4 and used it a lot. The mistake I made was not putting a screen protector on it when I had it new, thinking that as it was "tough" I wouldn't need it. However, the screen became very scratched which is the only negative thing I can say. I upgraded to the TG5.

Waterproof, dust-proof, drop-proof, crushproof and freezeproof, the Olympus Tough TG-5 slips easily into a jacket pocket and delivers impressive photos and 4K video, even in low light. A 4x zoom lens, GPS and Wi-Fi are built in.

Waterproof; drop-proof and more; Pocket-sized; Impressive photos and 4K video; even in low light; 4x zoom lens; Built-in GPS and Wi-Fi; Advanced features; including RAW image capture

Expensive; for a point-and-shoot

I shoot in the ocean daily, I shoot surfing photos and shallow underwater photos, for the last 9 years I have used Olympus Tough cameras exclusively, this is my 8th Olympus Tough. This latest model continues with the rugged features and good water resistance with the huge improvements of a lens and...

The Olympus Tough TG-5 delivers a good number of features missing from previous iterations, but also costs $80 more than the last version of the camera, which is no longer in production.

Tough, waterproof build; Wide aperture lens; Quick focus; Excellent macro capability; 20fps burst shooting; Raw support; 4K video capture; GPS and Wi-Fi

Expensive; Rear screen can pick up scratches; 460k-dot LCD; 4K footage is cropped; Omits full manual mode

Olympus cameras have enjoyed the top spot in our waterproof category since the introduction of the TG-1. The fifth iteration, the aptly named TG-5 ($449.99), raises the performance bar thanks to the addition of 4K video capture and 20fps Raw shooting, but keeps the basic design and lens from previous models. It's priced higher than the TG-4 that came before it, but it's the best rugged camera you can buy, and our Editors' Choice. Design and Features The TG-5 ($449.00 at Amazon) , available in black or red, has a few physical changes from previous models, but maintains the same form factor. It measures 2.6 by 4.4 by 1.3 inches (HWD) and weighs 8.8 ounces. The lens sits at the center of the body, unlike other tough cameras that place it in a corner, so there's room for a mounting ring for accessory lenses and flashes. Olympus sells fish-eye and telephoto conversion lenses, as well ring lights that redirect and diffuse the camera's LED or Xenon flash to surround the lens for macro wo...

The Olympus Tough TG-5 is a go-anywhere camera with a fast lens, speedy response, and 4K video, but it's more expensive than previous iterations.

Tough, waterproof build; Wide aperture lens; Quick focus; Excellent macro capability; 20fps burst shooting; Raw support; 4K video capture; GPS and Wi-Fi

Expensive; Rear screen can pick up scratches; 460k-dot LCD; 4K footage is cropped; Omits full manual mode

: This page was originally published as a TG-5 PREVIEW, but as of 8/10/17 we've updated it to a FULL REVIEW, featuring additional opinions, testing benchmarks, and photography by