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OM System

Tough TG-7

Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.

$549

Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Resolution

12 MP

Sensor

1/2.3 inch

ISO max

12,800

Burst

20 fps

4K

30 fps

IBIS

No

Weight

249 g

Battery

640 shots

Body size

OM System Tough TG-7

114 × 66 × 33 mm

249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)

114 × 66 × 33 mm · 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)

Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Limited
1.0/ 10

Sports & Action

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 20fps burst — fast action ready
  • · Pre-Capture records before you press shutter

Video & Hybrid

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · 4K recording
  • · Log profile (Standard profiles) for grading latitude

Landscape

Limited
1.5/ 10
  • · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions

Travel

Good
7.0/ 10
  • · 249g — ultralight for all-day carry
  • · 640 shots/charge — all-day shooting

Wildlife

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · 20fps burst captures fleeting moments
  • · Weather sealed for field conditions

Vlogging

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · 249g — easy to handhold for selfie video

Pros

  • Waterproof
  • Shockproof
  • Macro modes

Cons

  • Small sensor
  • Fixed lens
  • Limited low light

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Full specifications

Verified specs · OM System Tough TG-7

Sensor

Resolution12 MP
Sensor type1/2.3" high-speed BSI CMOS
Sensor size1/2.3 inch

Processor

ProcessorTruePic VIII

ISO

ISO min (native)100
ISO max (native)12,800
ISO max (expanded)12,800

Shutter

Shutter typeElectronic shutter
Max mechanical speed1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed1/2000 sec

Autofocus

AF systemContrast detection AF
AF points / zones25
Eye AFNo
Animal / bird AFNo
Subject recognition

Burst

Burst (electronic)20 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseYes
RAW buffer depth46 frames

Video

Max resolution4K / C4K
4K max frame rate30 fps
Max video bit rate150 Mbps
Internal RAW videoNo
Log profileStandard profiles
CodecsH.264, MOV

Stabilization

In-body stabilizationNo

Body

Weight249 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)113.9 × 65.8 × 32.7 mm
Weather sealingYes

Battery

BatteryLI-92B
Battery life (CIPA)640 shots

Storage

Card slots1
Card typesSD UHS-I

Viewfinder

Viewfinder typeNo built-in EVF

LCD

LCD size3 in
LCD typeFixed
TouchscreenNo

Connectivity

USBUSB-C
HDMIMicro HDMI
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)No
Headphone jack (3.5mm)No

Lens Mount

Lens mountFixed lens