Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Olympus TG-860 was the perfect camera for what I was looking for. We went on a trip to Hawaii and wanted to have a camera that would capture good quality pictures and videos as we were going to snorkel a lot. This camera delivered all that I was expecting, videos were clear and sharp (with all the movement of swimming and taking pictures no blurry pics), pictures really displayed the colorful beauty in the coral reefs. I would definitely recommend this camera to anyone who plans to do a lot of underwater activities.

I really like this camera. It is very durable and I love the flip up screen. The only thing that I don't like about it is if you are in water and taking pictures, sometimes there will be a drop of water on the lens that makes the picture blurry (This may be a problem with all cameras of this type). I couldn't tell that half the picture was smudged out until i looked at them on the computer. My favorite thing about the camera is that you can download the app on your phone and upload pics to your phone and I used it as a remote to take family pics on the beach. This camera is a great price for a camera/video camera. I would definitely recommend!

I inspector homes and take a lot of pictures. I love my Canon DSLR, great image quality but it is bulky. I spend a lot of time under decks, using ladders, on roofs, in attics, basements and crawlspaces. No matter how hard I tried, I was constantly banging my DSLR, throwing it over my shoulder to keep it out of harms way as I did my job. That all changed when I purchased the TG-860. I liked it because it was small so I could put it in a pocket but Mostly Because: It Is DUST PROOF. After a shooting for days, weeks with my DSLR I had to spend countless hours cleaning the lens. I guess I should have expected that because air and dust gets sucked into and deposited on the lens, mirrors and image capture device every time you zoom in and out. In comparison the TG-860 has a sealed lens and Olympus recommends cleaning the TG-860 by submerging it in or running water over it. Try doing that with your DSLR or iPhone!! While I doubt I will use my TG-860 to take pictures under water, being able to eliminate hours of cleaning to keep dust out my pictures is a breath of fresh air. Thanks Kathryn <06810> for the good advice

I just started kayaking and am planning a ski trip with my kids. Looking for a rugged camera which was waterproof, I read a lot of reviews, did a lot of shopping before settling on the Olympus TG-860. So far I have no regrets and am looking forward to getting a lot more use out of it. This was by far the best value and am well pleased. The flip up screen, allowing the ability to see for any selfie or group pic you are taking, even with the timer on a tripod is one feature that NONE of the other had and is something to really consider.

Purchased as a gift for my wife. She uses it mostly to take macro shots of insects, spiders, and flowers. Waterproof makes it worry free to use in dew and rainy conditions. The flip screen saves her back when she is next to the ground. If it gets muddy or dusty she can wash it off. Perfect for her use.

This camera gets used everyday at a dog daycare. Rain or shine, it provides great pictures for our clients.

I bought this camera to take kayaking, hiking and camping. No need to worry if it gets wet or dropped, and both have happened already. Plus it does take really good pictures. One of my favorite features is being able to send the pictures directly to my phone. I'm sharing them before we've left the lake!

easy to use, screen easy to see, just make sure you switch to underwater mode and very easy to wash off! just make sure of the backlight and if not enough you can use the flash. it took me 2-3 dive trips to see how to operate properly but now the pics come out great!!

I love the camera best pictute ever the image are perfect

We bought this camera because we needed an underwater camera/camera that could get wet for our Caribbean vacation. This camera had great reviews and the specs looked pretty identical to the TG-3 and TG-4 but $100 less. It took great underwater pictures as well as out of water pictures. We also recently used in when we went kayaking in class 2-3 rapids and it took great pictures and was able to stay secure on my life jacket using the wrist strap. Extremely happy with this purchase and have had no issues with it yet.

Great camera for it to be waterproof. It was nice to be able to go to the beach and take pictures without the worry that I would drop it or get it wet. Could use a better strap. And I would suggest an extra battery. It didn't last as long as I'm used to with my normal camera and it takes a while for it to charge. Plus, you have to charge the battery with it in the camera. (Unless you purchase a separate charging station for it). Other than those few things, it works wonderful and I'm very pleased with it.

Was going on vacation and didn't want to lug my DSLR around. Researched it and this camera was highly recommended as a point shoot waterproof camera. I was scared of the flip screen at first but it has not failed. Pictures underwater were excellent and upon returning from the vacation the kids have used it countless times and have taken excellent clear pictures. I would easily recommend this camera.

I bought this camera because I wanted something that was waterproof and compact. This camera takes amazing pictures both underwater & on land, and is not as bulky as the other waterproof cameras out there. The flip screen and selfie button on the front of the camera makes it easy to take pictures of yourself when you don't have another person to take it for you. I would definitely recommend this camera to my friends.

We have owned 2 Olympus underwater cameras before this new purchase of the TG-860 model. First camera lasted about 5 years and we used it quite a lot underwater and dropped a few times. Our entire family loved the ability to take the camera to the beach, the lake and swimming pools. Using the video on waterslides is priceless!! Eventually, we lost a screw and the camera wasn't waterproof any longer. We then purchased our 2nd Olympus TG-860. Very disappointed in that after minimal use and 14 months, the screen went blank. It would cost as much to fix as to purchase a new one....so we bit the bullet and bought the same camera with the 2 year warranty. Disappointed that we had to buy a new camera, but hoping this one will last longer! The picture quality and features on the camera keep us staying with Olympus!! We would be lost without an underwater camera!!

I bought this camera for a recent trip to Moab, UT, Arches N.P. and Canyonlands N.P. This camera was able to handle the water during our white water rafting trip. The sand and dirt from the desert climate of Arches and Canyonlands. The pictures came out looking great. The best feature for me on this camera was the selfie LCD screen. I went on this trip with one other friend. We were able to take photographs with each other and the great scenery around us. I really loved this camera. The camera has a smartphone app, so you can upload all of your camera pics to your smartphone at the end of the day. This camera has it all, durability, great images, great functions (selfie LCD screen and smartphone upload). You cant go wrong getting this camera of any type of adventure vacation.

I had the Olympus Tough camera when it first came out and was happy with it then except the pictures came out a little washed out. Recently, I needed to replace it and after researching decided to go with the Olympus again. I only use this camera for water activities. I feel that the picture quality is better on the newer model and takes great underwater pictures and video. So far, so good. I am happy that I stayed with Olympus. Good camera for a point-and-shoot.

I love this camera because it is waterproof, easy to use, and the screen can be flipped up to see what your selfie will look like while you're taking it. I do a lot of water activities, and have never had it leak or malfunction. Buy a camera flotation device (attaches to camera and loops around your arm or wrist), and you won't have to worry about dropping it--it will float to the top if you do, so no lost camera! The only downside is that the camera is slightly longer than most point-and-shoot cameras, so it was harder to find a case to fit it. Most of them were just a little too small, or way too big.

This camera is fantastic! We took it on our honeymoon and were able to capture all our our magical moments, above AND below water!!

The OlympusTG-860 is easy to use and durable. The size is perfect and it produces quality photos and videos. Great camera for active lifestyles and outdoor adventure!

I bought this camera to take on our honeymoon; it is waterproof, and the view screen can flip up for easily taking selfies- there is even a convenient button on the front to use for taking pictures this way. The salesperson who helped me said he liked Olympus cameras, and now I can say I do too! It took great pictures on land and underwater, and was easy to use.