Question 1

What is the difference between the tg5 and the tg6?  the specs are virtually identical.

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There are some noteworthy improvements.  Chromatic aberration is reduced, the purple orb issue has been reduced, you can now shoot microscope videos and you can use aperture mode with microscope mode.  The TG-6 images are also a bit darker and less likely to be over-exposed.  I think there is an improvement in image quality.   The TG-6 is also a bit more rugged (thicker lcd, better for reduction, etc).  The biggest improvement is in the lcd screen.

Question 2

Does this camera come with a lens cover?

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No. In spite of this, I have never smudged the lens. It is recessed enough that even when doing VERY close-up macro shot, the lens stays clean.
If you are going to chuck the camera into a (filthy) jacket pocket, then something like the Olympus Lens Barrier LB-T01 would be for you.
I have used the Olympus CLA-T01 Conversion Lens Adapter which comes with the traditional clamp-on lens cover. It usually stays in-place. For real dirty and dusty locations, I use a screw-on UV filter to keep the optics from getting scratched by wind-driven grit.

I hope this helps.

Question 3

I bought a fuji xp, highly rated as well, but was disappointed with the overall quality, underwater looked flat.  should i expect better from this?

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That depends. Your shots may not get better with better specs. I shoot with a fujifilm xp also. I too, get varied results. For that reason I am always looking for an UW camera with better images/specs. That said, I got the XP 130 from Costco on discount for $140. It is hard to beat that. OK, now a few things you need to know about all UW photography. 1) if it is far away or looks small in the viewfinder, you are making a record of what you saw, you are not going to get a good image. ie. avoid using zoom, get as close as you can first. 2) if you go more than about 10 feet deep, you will need to adjust the color. 3) photography relies on light. You will need an extra need a light or flash to take the better images. 4) compare apples to apples. This camera will be very unlikely to create an image as good as those super-scuba-camera-rigs. 5) situational awareness is your best friend. If you see a shot developing, go to where the shot will most likely be. I got a shot of an octopus swimming by a frogfish with this technique. 6) if you have trouble with still images, shoot a ton of video first to see where the good shots are. Try to always have fun in the water first, then take your photos.

Question 4

what is the lens (mm) for UV filter

Accepted Answer

I use 40.5mm Hoya filters on my TG-6 and TG-5.

ASIN	B07RC8HPHL
Age Range Description	Adult
Aperture modes	F2.0-F18
Are Batteries Included	Yes
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Auto Focus Technology	Contrast Detection
Autofocus	Yes
Best Sellers Rank	#45,211 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #373 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras
Brand	OM SYSTEM
Built-In Media	Camera Body & Accessories
Camera Flash	Built-In
Camera Lens	2
Color	Red
Compatible Devices	Micro Four Thirds mountings
Compatible Flash Memory Type	SDHC
Compatible Mountings	Micro Four Thirds
Connectivity Technology	Micro HDMI, Micro USB, Wi-Fi
Continuous Shooting	20 FPS
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,299)
Digital Scene Transition	zoom
Digital Zoom	4 x
Digital-Still	Yes
Display Fixture Type	Fixed
Display Resolution Maximum	1040000 Pixels
Display Type	LCD
Dots Per Screen	324 dots per square inch
Effective Still Resolution	12 MP
Expanded ISO Minimum	100
Exposure Control	Aperture Priority, Automatic, Program
File Format	JPEG, RAW
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type	UHS-I
Flash Memory Speed Class	C1, C3, C10, or U1
Flash Memory Type	SDXC
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class	U3 or higher
Flash Modes	Automatic, Flash Override
Flash Sync Speed	1/60 sec
Focal Length Description	4.5 to 18mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 25 to 100mm)
Focus Features	Active
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
Focus Type	Automatic with Manual Mode
Form Factor	Ultracompact
Global Trade Identification Number	00050332192454, 00503321924548
HDMI Type	Type D Micro HDMI
Hardware Interface	HDMI, SDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital Card
Has Color Screen	Yes
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video
Image stabilization	Digital
Item Type Name	Digital camera.
Item Weight	9 Ounces
JPEG Quality Level	Basic, Fine, Normal
Lens Construction	Wide Angle
Lens Type	Macro
Manufacturer	Olympus
Manufacturer Part Number	Olympus TG-6 Red
Maximum Aperture	2 Millimeters
Maximum Focal Length	100 Millimeters
Maximum Image Size	12 MP
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/2000 Seconds
Memory Slots Available	1
Metering Methods	Evaluative
Minimum Focal Length	25 Millimeters
Minimum Shutter Speed	1/2 Seconds
Model Name	Tough TG-6
Model Number	Olympus TG-6 Red
Model Series	TG
Movie Mode	Yes
Night vision	No
Optical Zoom	8 x
Photo Sensor Resolution	12 MP
Photo Sensor Size	1/2.3-inch
Real Angle Of View	46.8 Degrees
Recording Capacity	50 Minutes
Remote Included	No
Screen Size	3 Inches
Sensor Type	CMOS
Series Number	6
Shooting Modes	Movie, Auto, Manual
Skill Level	Amateur
Special Feature	MUST BE PURCHASED FROM A U.S. AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR A U.S. WARRANTY TO BE HONORED
Specific Uses For Product	underwater activities, outdoor adventures, sports or action photography
Supported Image Format	JPEG, RAW
Total Still Resolution	12 MP
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1
Total Video Out Ports	1
UPC	050332192454
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Video Output	HDMI
Video Resolution	2K DCI 1080p, 4K UHD 2160p
Viewfinder	LCD
Viewfinder Magnification	1
Warranty Description	1 Year Manufacturer
White Balance Settings	Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash torch
Wireless Technology	Wi-Fi
Zoom	Optical Zoom

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