Sensor type1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VII
Specs
Release year
2016
Megapixels
16 MP effective
Sensor
1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VII
Lens
21-105 mm equivalent, 5x optical zoom, f/3.5-5.7
Memory card
SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Max memory
Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery
Li-50B lithium-ion battery & charger
Size
113 × 64 × 28 mm
Weight
Approx. 221 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 FAQ
What battery does the Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 use?
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 uses Li-50B lithium-ion battery & charger. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 take?
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 uses SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 16 MP effective Olympus compact from 2016 with 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VII. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Olympus options, compare Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Olympus Stylus Verve.
How do you transfer photos from the Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 is worth judging as its own Olympus rugged compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 works best when you want beach days, rain, travel, and rougher bags where a normal compact feels too delicate rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS and 21-105 mm equivalent, F3.5-5.7 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860, Olympus Tough TG-4, Olympus OM System Tough TG-7, Olympus Stylus 550WP (mju 550WP) to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
