Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 Waterproof Waterproof Camera
The Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 is a 12MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 480p video and in-body stabilization. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
Key Features — Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
Waterproof & Ruggedized Body: Metal construction rated waterproof to 10 meters, shockproof to 2 meters, and freezeproof to -10°C for demanding outdoor use.
12MP 1/2.3" Sensor: Captures images at up to 3968x2976 pixels, suitable for standard prints and everyday photography.
Mechanical Image Stabilization: Sensor-shift stabilization reduces camera shake during handheld shooting without degrading image quality through digital cropping.
Face Detection & Subject Tracking: Contrast-detection AF system identifies faces and follows moving subjects to improve focus accuracy in everyday shooting situations.
5fps Burst Mode: Continuous shooting at up to 5 frames per second helps capture fast-moving subjects or action sequences.
Flexible Storage Options: Accepts SD cards, microSD cards, and includes internal storage so you can shoot without a card in a pinch.
Camera Specifications — Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Adventure, Underwater |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| ISO Range | 64 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3968x2976 |
| Burst Rate | 5 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
Description — Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
The Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 is a weather-sealed, metal-bodied point-and-shoot camera designed to handle tough shooting conditions. Its 12MP sensor with a 1/2.3-inch format produces images at up to 3968x2976 pixels, with color profiles including Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Monochrome, and Sepia. The sensor-shift IBIS system works to counter camera shake without the drawbacks of digital stabilization.
Autofocus combines contrast detection with face detection AF and subject tracking for versatile everyday use. Framing is done via the 2.7-inch fixed LCD at 230,000 dots resolution — there is no viewfinder. The built-in flash covers Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, On, and Off modes.
ISO ranges from 64 to 1600, and burst shooting runs at up to 5fps. Video records at up to 480p at 30fps in 8-bit Standard color. Storage works with SD, microSD, and internal storage, and the LI-50B battery delivers around 250 shots per charge.
The body measures 95 x 62 x 22mm and weighs just 182g.
Pros — Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
- ✓Weather-sealed metal construction with ruggedized design makes it durable in harsh conditions
- ✓Sensor-shift IBIS helps reduce camera shake without relying on digital stabilization
- ✓Flexible storage options: SD, microSD, and built-in internal storage
Cons — Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
- ✗Video tops out at 480p/30fps, which is very limited by modern standards
- ✗No viewfinder of any kind — solely dependent on the 230,000-dot LCD
- ✗ISO ceiling of 1600 limits low-light performance options
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