The TG-7 only offers modest improvements over its predecessor, however.
So the TG-7 is still tough, and it’s lightweight at a very pocketable 8.8oz / 249g.
But what about the camera specs themselves?
With a 4x zoom lens, the TG-7 offers a versatile focal range and macro focus(Image credit: Lauren Scott)
The ISO range runs from 100-12800, although during testing I found this was best kept below 1600.
What’s great is that remote shooting is now possible using the O.I.
Share app or the RM-WR1 wireless remote.
The majority of the buttons are on the right hand side at the rear(Image credit: Lauren Scott)
The Tough TG-7’s controls and somewhat guided interface are great for beginner and intermediate photographers.
The mode dial illustrates each mode sensibly, with a fish for Underwater mode, for example.
As a nature lover, I made a lot of use of macro focusing with the Tough TG-7.
The OM Tough TG-7 is compatible with a wide range of accessories such as flash modifiers and floating cases(Image credit: Lauren Scott)
In the UK the TG-7 is 499, while in Australia the price is AU$799.
All TG-6 accessories are compatible with the TG-7, and therefore some still have the Olympus branding.
OM System Tough TG-7: Should I buy?
The Log/Off switch at the top of the TG-7 is used to toggle GPS. It can also record information in the image metadata like temperature and elevation(Image credit: Lauren Scott)
Share app (for iOS and Android), control the camera remotely and transfer files.
Read our fullGoPro Hero 12 Black review.
Ricoh WG-80This rugged Ricoh does most of the same things as the Tough TG-7.
A screw-on fisheye converter adds new creative effects and possibilities(Image credit: Lauren Scott)
Buy it in black if orange is too bold for your tastes.
The 16.1MP resolution sensor is also slightly higher.
Availability is now slightly patchy, however.
Focus modes(Image credit: Lauren Scott)
Lastly, I used the O.I Share app to see how the remote shooting and image transfer worked.
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