Remm Talks | Discovering Landscapes with a Fully Waterproof Camera | OLYMPUS Tough TG-6 | Knowledge #297

Released on July 26, 2019, the OLYMPUS Tough TG-6 is a compact digital camera equipped with a 12-megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor and a 4x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 25–100mm in 35mm format) with an aperture range of F2.0–F4.9. It boasts exceptional durability, including waterproofing up to 15m, shock resistance up to 2.1m drops, and freeze resistance down to -10°C. The camera also features a microscope mode for close-ups as near as 1cm, 4K 30p video recording, and HD high-speed shooting at 120fps.

I purchased this camera just last summer, driven by a desire to try underwater photography. The deciding factors were its complete waterproofing and its toughness, withstanding up to 100kgf of pressure. Its rugged build gives me peace of mind, even with rough handling.

Additionally, it supports RAW shooting, ensuring high-quality images for reviewing on a PC or printing. The freedom to shoot without worrying about getting wet or dirty naturally expands the range of activities I can enjoy.

This camera isn’t just for summer—it’s been a star for macro photography in winter too. During a trip to Hokkaido, I brought the lens close to icicles that had formed under a house.

The bubbles trapped in the ice displayed entirely different expressions depending on where I shot them. It felt like capturing nature’s sculptures, resulting in fascinating and mesmerizing photos.

Sometimes, I even plunge the camera directly into the snow to take pictures. Normally, this would be a nerve-wracking idea, but the waterproof design makes it possible. With a built-in flash, it captures even dark scenes in vivid detail.

When frost formed on my car’s windshield, I used the flash from behind to capture the crystals. It’s a perspective you’d never see in everyday life. The intricate patterns of the ice appeared ethereal and stunning.

The combination of macro and waterproof capabilities opens up endless possibilities for capturing unique and extraordinary shots.

One of my favorite shots is of bubbles rising dramatically the moment I stepped into a river. I held the camera underwater, aiming upward, creating a composition as if I had dived in.

The sunlight reflecting off the water, combined with the sparkling bubbles, created a scene that only this camera could capture. It’s a fleeting brilliance that ordinary cameras can never achieve.

Since I started using this camera, I feel like I’ve stepped into a world that ordinary cameras can’t capture.

This summer, I plan to take it to rivers and oceans again, capturing countless “once-in-a-lifetime” scenes. The sights made possible by a waterproof camera subtly shape the memories of each season.