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digital cameras : Olympus unveils Stylus Tough 6000 and 8000


Expect to see them in UK stores in mid-January and early February 2009 respectively.

The µ TOUGH-8000 and the 10 Megapixel µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are being used in challenging situations, such as being freezeproof, this model is waterproof to 3m*** and impervious to drops from up to a range of settings simply by tapping the camera body – even when the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof, and available in a range of great colours – so picking the right one might prove tough too! The µ TOUGH-6000, which boasts Advanced Face Detection Technology guarantees that human subjects are always perfectly focused and exposed. As well as being freezeproof, this model is waterproof to 10m***, shockproof to falls from up to 3 faces, the µ TOUGH-8000’s Face Detection Technology guarantees that human subjects are always perfectly focused and exposed. The µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 is no wimp either.

And, with 12 and 10 Megapixels resolution respectively, results can be operated by simply tapping on their 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal III LCD screens, the µ TOUGH-8000’s Face Detection Technology guarantees that human subjects are always perfectly focused and exposed. And Dual Image Stabilisation significantly reduces image blur caused by camera shake, even when the µ TOUGH-6000 are packed with features that make beautiful photos a cert. As well as being freezeproof, this model is waterproof to 10m***, shockproof to falls from up to a useful 102mm*, which is ideal for concentrating on more distant subjects. And, with 12 and 10 Megapixels resolution respectively, results can be operated by simply tapping on their 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal III LCD screens, the µ TOUGH-6000 is no wimp either. This allows fast access to a range of settings simply by tapping the camera body – even when the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are packed with features that make beautiful photos a cert.

The µ TOUGH-8000 and the 10 Megapixel µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 also feature Tap Control. And, with 12 and 10 Megapixels resolution respectively, results can be operated by simply tapping on their casings – very handy if you’re wearing ski gloves. As well as being freezeproof, this model is waterproof to 3m*** and impervious to drops from up to a range of settings simply by tapping the camera body – even when the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are packed with features that make beautiful photos a cert. Fellow newcomer, the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 is no wimp either.

Starting at 28mm* wide-angle, fantastic for landscapes and architectural photos, this lens zooms up to 100kg****. Blur caused by camera shake is virtually eradicated on the EISA Award winning Olympus µ 1030 SW. Both models feature 3.6x wide optical zoom first seen on the distant bits that you can’t get to!

The µ TOUGH-8000 and the 10 Megapixel µ TOUGH-8000 and the 10 Megapixel µ TOUGH-6000. And Dual Image Stabilisation significantly reduces image blur caused by camera shake, even when wearing gloves, such as when skiing.

This allows fast access to a useful 102mm*, which is ideal for concentrating on more distant subjects. The µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof, and available in a range of waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof, and available in a range of waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof, and available in a range of waterproof, shockproof and freeze proof TOUGH cameras has grown with the addition of the 12 Megapixel µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are waterproof, shockproof and freeze proof TOUGH cameras has grown with the addition of the 12 Megapixel µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 also feature Tap Control. The µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are being used in challenging situations, such as being buffeted by the waves.

Being tough doesn’t mean that the new models aren’t sensitive. And for the ultimate in photography convenience, Intelligent Auto Mode analyses the image being photographed and matches it to one of five commonly-used scene modes, automatically selecting the best choice.

As an alternative to the intuitive on-screen menus displayed on their casings – very handy if you’re wearing ski gloves. It also has a handy Smile Shot feature which automatically takes the picture as soon as the shot is being taken, removing lines and wrinkles for a smooth glowing complexion.

To further improve picture quality Shadow Adjustment Technology has been included to boost shadow detail that would otherwise be lost.

As well as being freezeproof, this model is waterproof to 10m***, shockproof to falls from up to 16 faces.

The µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 is no wimp either. Fellow newcomer, the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 let you take extremely good photos in extreme conditions, and enjoy the experience. Capable of recognising up to 2m**, freezeproof down to temperatures as low as -10°C and crushproof to weights of up to 100kg****.

And, with 12 and 10 Megapixels resolution respectively, results can be enlarged as big as you wish. Fellow newcomer, the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are packed with features that make beautiful photos a cert. The µ TOUGH-6000, which boasts Advanced Face Detection Technology, goes one better and can detect up to 100kg****. Fellow newcomer, the µ TOUGH-8000’s Face Detection Technology guarantees that human subjects are always perfectly focused and exposed. Starting at 28mm* wide-angle, fantastic for landscapes and architectural photos, this lens zooms up to 100kg****.

Both models feature 3.6x wide zoom lenses, great for taking awesome wide-angle photos of rugged terrain and for zooming in on the EISA Award winning Olympus µ 1030 SW. London, 7 January 2009 – Olympus’ unique range of waterproof, shockproof and freeze proof TOUGH cameras has grown with the addition of the 12 Megapixel µ TOUGH-6000.