Olympus Mju Tough-6000 Reviews: Digital Compact Camera

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+ This digital camera has no outstanding positive points. - It scores poorly on image quality. “Iauto is very good and the camera takes very good pictures. in this country it is…” Cathy, Prestatyn View all 17 real customer reviews

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2.7" Screen, 3.6x optical zoom, XD Card storage More »

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17 verified purchasers have reviewed this product.
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Build Quality	8.8
Ease of use	8.1
Features	8.2
Image quality	7.9
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.1
Overall rating	8.6

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Keen amateur (3)

Experienced amateur (1)

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Score 9.0/10

Cathy, Prestatyn , “Point & shoot” More like this »

+ iauto is very good and the camera takes very good pictures. In this country it is a relief not to have to worry about it getting wet and as I live by the beach, not worrying about getting sand in the camera is also useful. I like the fact that it does not have a protruding lense. I like the colour too,

- I would like a little bit more zoom but apart from that I can't think of any bad points.

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10 of 10 people found this review helpful

purchased 23 Feb 2009

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur” More like this »

+ Based on use while snorkelling.For the price the images and performance are amazing. Battery life is good we took 1000 plus photos in a two week period and only charged it once. ( it wasn't neeeded we just didnt want it to " die" while we were out)

- The Lanyard strap broke after less than 1 week. This was underwater. For a camera designed to be used underwater this is very poor. We were lucky because at the time we were in fairly shallow water, but it could easily have been a disaster.

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5 of 5 people found this review helpful

purchased 07 Mar 2009

Score 9.0/10

Franck, Colmar, France , “Keen amateur” More like this »

+ Tough :-)
Good image quality generally speaking, sometimes too noisy when taken with flash, but really, this is to be picky.

- None found yet.

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 13 Jul 2009

Score 10.0/10

Audrey, Croydon

+ Excellent value for money. Very clear instructions to follow re use of camera. Great features and easy to use

- Reviewer left no comment

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 14 Aug 2009

Score 9.0/10

Laura , Glos , “Point & shoot” More like this »

+ Safe to take anywhere as it is so tough. Waterproof feature is very handy.

- Can be a little slow.

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purchased 06 Sep 2009

Score 1.0/10

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- I used it twice and now the camera doesn't work.

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purchased 04 Oct 2009

Score 9.0/10

David, Bury St Edmunds , “Experienced amateur”

+ Tough enough for my son

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purchased 06 Oct 2009

Score 10.0/10

lynn, leeming

+ it is an easy camera to have on a holiday, so what if you drop it, it won;t ruin your trip.

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purchased 10 Oct 2009

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Product Features

Camera Type	Compact
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
resolution (Megapixel)	10

Optical Zoom Ratio	3.6
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen Size in Inches	2.7
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital Zoom Ratio	5
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Face Recognition	Yes
A function for automatically detecting peoples faces and correctly adjusting the focus and exposure to take the best photo
Image Stabilisation	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Colour	Multi
The main colour of the product.
Memory Card Slot	Yes
Having a memory card slot allows you to save data to a memory card and then transfer it to another device. For example you may put a photo from your camera or mobile phone onto a memory card and then plug it into your printer to print directly. Memory card slots come in many formats: Compact Flash Card Memory Stick Duo Micro SD Card MMC SD Card SDHC Card
Media Format	XD Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Macro Mode	Yes
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video Recorder	Yes
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	No
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes
Having a timer function is essential if you want to get into the shot yourself. Make sure your camera has this feature if you plan to go on holiday and capture photos of you and your friends or family having fun together.
Under Water	No
An under water feature means your camera is safe to dive with, usually between 3 and 5 metres. Most dSLR cameras will require expensive separate housing so consider investing in a waterproof digital compact first.
Dimensions (mm)	63.4x95.3x22.4
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (g)	149
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Resolution (Pixels)	3648x2736
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Shortest Shutter Speed	2000
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest Shutter Speed	4"
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Max. Aperture Lens 1	f3.5-5.1
Measured in f-stops the aperture of a lens dictates the maximum amount of light captured. If you want to do low light photography look for something with a wide aperture like f2.8. The widest aperture is given as a range as it changes when your lens is zoomed in.
In-Built Memory (MB)	42

USB Port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components

Also known as: Olympus µ[MJU:] TOUGH-6000, Olympus Mju Tough 6000

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Manufacturer's Description

Leisure gets tougher. That is why Olympus developed a compact camera for rough weekends on the bike or on the raft and for the wild moments with your kids. The μ TOUGH-6000 is shockproof to 1.5m, waterproof to 3m and freeze-proof to -10°. The resilient body protects the powerful high precision 3.6x wide zoom lens, and the Dual Image Stabiliser guarantees razorsharp shots when using maximum zoom or lower light conditions. Furthermore the camera has convenient features like Intelligent Auto Mode and TAP Control function, wich allows you to operate the camera simply by tapping the body. So if your off-time gets tougher, at least with this camera it gets more comfortable.

As tough as you like
With the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000, users can choose the level of toughness they need. The top-of-the-line model in the tough range, the µ TOUGH-8000, is perfect for those really wanting to take things to the limit: waterproof to 10m***, shockproof to falls up to 2m**, freezeproof down to temperatures as low as -10°C and crushproof to withstand weights of up to 100kg****, it can take a veritable beating and still return excellent results. Its sister model, the µ TOUGH-6000, is no softy either. In addition to freezeproof attributes, it is waterproof to 3m*** and provides shockproof protection against drops of up to 1.5m**.

Expand your shooting horizon
Both new cameras inherit the versatile 3.6x wide optical zoom which was first seen in the µ TOUGH series’ EISA Award winning µ 1030 SW predecessor model. The lens offers a focal length range that starts at just 28mm* for fantastic group photos and close-range architectural motifs, extending to 102mm for bringing distant subjects in close.

Say goodbye to blur
Dual Image Stabilisation joins the image-enhancing features of the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000. It ensures that photos impress with their blur-free fidelity even when the shooting environment means some camera shake is inevitable.

Maximise camera control and imaging performance
Besides an intuitive on-screen menu that can be displayed on the 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal III LCD in up to 39 languages, these models feature an additional innovative approach to controlling the camera. The Tap Control mode gives users fast access a range of settings simply by tapping the camera body – which also means that adjustments can easily be made even when wearing gloves.

Being built for tough action doesn’t mean the µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 skimp on image quality. Boasting 12 and 10 Megapixels respectively, both provide ample resolution to faithfully record scenes to the smallest detail. Furthermore, each model incorporates clever features that ensure spectacular results. Capable of recognising up to 16 faces, Advanced Face Detection Technology guarantees that human subjects are always perfectly focused and exposed. Additionally the µ TOUGH-6000 also has a handy Smile Shot feature which enables the camera to take the picture as soon as the person smiles. Meanwhile, Shadow Adjustment Technology assures that optimal contrast levels are attained across the entire image. Shooting ease is also enhanced through the inclusion of Intelligent Auto Mode: it identifies the scene being framed and automatically adjusts camera settings to one of five commonly-used scenes. In addition, Beauty Mode smoothes the skin of subjects while the shot is being taken, making for more even and brilliant skin tones.

The resilient µ TOUGH-8000 and µ TOUGH-6000 are a natural choice for anyone looking for a camera that can keep up with their own active lifestyle. Waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof, they hit stores in mid-January and early February 2009 respectively.

Equivalent to a 35mm camera
*Equivalent to MIL Standard (Olympus test conditions)
***According to IEC standard publication 529 IPX8

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