RetCapt wrote:
Here is another vote for the Olympus OM series. The current is the OM-7. Mine is an OM-4 as that was what was current when I was buying. They are all similar, so what I say applies to all of them.
The biggest advantage to one of these 'tough' cameras (as they are now termed, at least on DPR) is that if you are going to be in any adverse environments, you need not be concerned for your camera's welfare.
We live in an isolated rugged mountain area. We are both very outdoor oriented. My cameras are often vulnerable to being banged into rocks or trees, fallen on, rained on, or even being immersed and then submerged. This camera is water tight to 50', shockproof to 7', and pressure proof to 220# (IIRC). That means that any environment I can survive, my camera will too.
I even took it on my last trip to Disneyland. Disneyland is extremely crowded, even jammed. That means that one can collide with other people, and can also collide with structures and static objects due to jostling of the crowds. Between people carrying all manner of drinks, plus the presence of water at many rides, the camera is exposed to liquids. With an OM, none of these potential hazards is an issue.
I like the peace of mind that comes with carrying such a rugged camera. That is an additional benefit when travelling.
Here is another vote for the Olympus OM series. T... (
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I just went back and reviewed this original post. I made a significant mistake. I was stating OM-4 when I should have been stating TG-4.
I apologize and hope I didn't lead anyone too far astray.