The waterproof, shockproof Olympus µTOUGH series has now a new camera in its line-up with the µTOUGH-8010. Featuring a 14Mpix censor a Dual IS and a 5x optical Zoom, our camera is now stronger than ever thanks to Olympus new Double Waterproofing (Apparently one was not enough). Capable to resist drop up to two meters, resist to temperatures up to -10°C and to resist to surface pressures up to 100kg, our new µTOUGH-8010 is also capable to record HD video 720p in (MPEG-4 AVC / H.264) and now has 2GB of internal memory.

Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) is pleased to announce the μTOUGH-8010 compact digital camera that incorporates all of our most powerful “toughness” features. Waterproof to a depth of 10 metres, shockproof against falls from as high as 2 metres, and freezeproof at temperatures as low as -10°C.In addition, the forces applied to the surface of the body were thoroughly analyzed to achieve a resistance to loads up to 100kgf.This camera boasts a stylish design, outstanding imaging performance. Release is scheduled end of February 2010.

Other Features
-Shadow Adjustment Technology that detects faces of subjects and optimizes focus and exposure accordingly
-Magic Filter effects for creative imaging and Beauty Mode to touch up human faces for more attractive results*14
-Scene Modes for one-touch shooting adjustment in difficult environments as well as in standard conditions
-HDMI output control for operations including picture selection and frame-by-frame advancement using a TV’s remote control
-Face Detection AF with which the camera detects and focuses on human faces automatically
-iAUTO function that analyzes the current composition and optimizes camera settings automatically
-In-body panorama composition function that lets you shoot a panorama picture by simply panning the camera as guided
-USB battery charging enables the camera battery to be recharged from a PC while automatically storing and organizing recorded data in the PC
-AF Tracking to keep a moving subject in focus by tracking it automatically
-Compatible media: SD/SDHC memory card
-Lens barrier: Only Olympus gives you a Tough camera with a retracting metal barrier.
-Monometer
-MACRO LED
-Underwater scene modes
-TAP CONTROL