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Mju Tough 8010

  • WaterProof
  • ShockProof
  • CrushProof
  • SnowProof
  • DualShakeProof
  • NightProof
  • Face Detection
  • HD Movie
  • WideAngle
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Mju Tough 8010
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Are you looking for a camera that is packed with features but is built to withstand constant everyday punishment? Then the flagship model Mju Tough 8010 is the only choice for you, it is the latest Tough model to be released from Olympus - the home of Tough digital cameras. 

The Mju Tough 8010 is an ideal companion for active Australians looking for a compact companion designed to take the heat. It is waterproof to a depth of 10 metres, shockproof against falls from as high as two metres, snowproof at temperatures as low as -10°C and can withstand loads up to 100kg.

Incorporating the proven super-tough structure of its predecessors, the Mju Tough 8010 assures reliable, high-quality shooting under conditions that ordinary cameras are unable to endure, such as underwater or in cold winter conditions. From the tranquil to the turbulent, whatever the conditions or location, this camera delivers first class results giving you the opportunity to focus only what matters to you - taking the ultimate shots to complement your adventures.    

The 14th Tough camera to be launched by Olympus globally, the new Mju Tough 8010 has not only inherited all the notorious tough features but behind its hard exterior lies a highly sophisticated digital compact camera. Offering the outstanding imaging power of a 14-megapixel CCD, the Mju Tough 8010 also boasts a powerful 5x zoom and high performance Dual Shakeproof image stabiliser.

NEW Double lock Waterproofing construction

A result of years of experience and research, the Mju Tough 8010 now features a double-lock mechanism to for added security to the battery door and is coupled with the use of double-sealing to further strengthen waterproofing for even greater reliability. All USB, battery and card slots now sit behind one door and include a practical internal USB charging capability so you can charge your camera while uploading still and moving images to your PC.  Never before has a Waterproof, Shockproof camera offered more peace of mind to photographers wanting to put a camera through its paces.

NEW HD Movie (MPEG-4 AVC H.264) recording

Extended HDTV (1280 x 720 pixels) movie recording is possible thanks to the advanced MPEG-4 AVC / H.264 movie compression format. Compatible with the SD memory card, movie recording can be started and stopped at the touch of a button.

NEW [ib] software

Olympus has developed a powerful new software solution called [ib] to seamlessly connect images (pictures and movies) and people to provide innovative photo surfing capabilities that will turn your camera into a mobile photo album. Using Olympus' [ib] solution you can retouch and perfect images, as well as organise and create your own personal collections and categorise by person, event, location, date or theme with ease. The software cleverly classifies the pictures according to the recording date automatically during upload to your PC and has the capability to recognise up to 16 faces as subjects to classify accordingly.

NEW Photo surfing

With the [ib] software and 2GB of built-in memory on the Mju Tough 8010, the new photo surfing feature allows you to download your favourite pictures from your PC back to your camera and search them quickly by date, person or location creating your very own portable photo album. By recording location information for a classified event or by person or location, you can also easily find the pictures you want to print or upload to your favourite social media site or share with friends and family wherever you are on your travels.

What makes the Mju Tough 8010 the strongest digital camera in the world?

Waterproof to a depth of 10 metres

Culminating from experience gained in three years and 10 previous Tough cameras, we've optimised every aspect of this camera's construction to maximise its resistance to water pressure, so you can safely use the Mju Tough 8010 for underwater shooting without underwater dive housing equipment. From diving and snorkelling to surfing and waterskiing or other wet places, the Mju Tough 8000's superior waterproofing makes it the only choice to capture everything life has to offer - even when things get a little damp.

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Shockproof to heights of 2 metres

Designed and tested to Military standards by the Olympus Research and Development team, you'll have peace of mind your Mju Tough 8010 will withstand the rough and tumble of everyday life.  All thanks to its foldable optical lens unit and floating electric circuit boards, the incorporation of shock-absorbing material inside the camera, combined with a shock-absorbing mechanism to protect the lens unit from impacts.

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 Highly reliable drive system specifically developed to be less affected by shock

Crushproof to 100kg

The body of the Mju Tough 8010 is made from surface-coated rigid stainless steel and features a zinc die-cast battery compartment. The outer finish is resistant to damage and the overall structure is able to withstand a load as high as 100 kg being placed on it, so it can easily resist damage if subjected to heavy weight. 

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 Camera disperses load pressure to protect electronics.

Snowproof to -10°C

Ordinary digital cameras are not usually guaranteed to function at temperatures below 0°C, but all internal electrical components of the Mju Tough 8010 are guaranteed to operate at temperatures as low as -10°C. This assures reliable shooting performance in cold conditions.

 

Have fun with Tap Control

If you're active and love the snow then Tap control mode is certainly for you. Tap control allows you to take a photo and play it back by simply tapping on the top, sides and on the back of the camera body, making it even more fun now to capture the moment.

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