Casio ’s slender , 12.1 - megapixel EX - G1 measures just 0.78 inch thick and weighs a mere 4.2 ounce , yet it is also design to resist cold ( down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit ) , water ( to a depth of 10 feet ) , dust , and falls ( from a height of up to 7 feet ) .
It also features shooting modes with the fighting exploiter in judgement , let in separation shooting .
Full story | $ 300
Fujifilm latterly introduced the FinePix XP10 , which is due out in March . According to the society , this various $ 200 model will not only be up to of baulk the elements but will also feature 720p high - definition television recording , apparent motion - tracking autofocus , in - camera tagging for Facebook and YouTube , and digital image stabilisation .
Full account | $ 200
Olympus design its Tough series of cameras for performance under pressure , and the 14 - megapixel Tough-8010 has some impressive spec . For appetizer , the camera is crushproof to 220 pounds of pressure and waterproof down to 33 metrical foot .
It also has 2 GB of internal storage , accepts SD or SDHC cards , and has an light-emitting diode light for submersed shot .
Full story | $ 400
Olympus has also unveiled the Tough-6020 , which is standardised in features to the Tough-8010 ( 14 megapixels , a 5X optical rapid climb , and a 2.7 - inch LCD ) . At a low Mary Leontyne Price point , though , the Tough-6020 comes with only 1 GB of internal warehousing and is slightly less resilient than its sibling . Nevertheless , it is still shockproof ( to dip of 5 metrical foot ) , raincoat ( down to 16 foot ) , and freezeproof ( to 14 academic degree Fahrenheit ) .
Panasonic has introduce the DMC - TS2 , a beefed - up version of last twelvemonth ’s rugged , 12 - megapixel TS1 with some famous changes . The TS2 boasts a 14.1 - megapixel sensing element , 4.6X - optic - zoom lens , and SDXC card compatibility . well yet , the light-emitting diode lamp will assist with underwater shots ( to a astuteness of 33 foot ) .
Pricing and availability are yet to be announced .
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Sony is upping the ante in the rugged - camera division with the stylish , touchscreen Cyber - shot DSC - TX5 . We ’re specially looking forth to test the company ’s claim that the 3 - inch touchscreen even works underwater .
The 10 - megapixel TX5 features an enhanced version of Sony ’s Sweep Panorama mode and a 4X ocular zoom . It will be available in April .
Full story | $ 350
Casio Exilim EX-G1 Compact Camera
