TG6 Lens Cover

[speleokitty3]

The glass lens protector on my TG6 is starting to get quite scratched. Its not having a big effect on image quality yet, but I regularly use in in abrasive conditions so I'm expecting it to progressively get worse.

Is it possible to replace this glass?

Thanks

Julie

 

[ZombieCake]

I think the glass on the camera may be an Olympus (OM System now) repair. However, there are a couple of options to protect the glass made by both Olympus and also copies by 3rd parties such as JJC. There is a plastic trim ring around the lens that comes off with a twist (press the button by the T in Tough) and various things can be installed. Doesn't affect waterproofness.
For example, this is what I use, but with a Hoya Fusion 40.5mm filter. Could always omit the filter and just use a lens cap.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/JJC-Conversion-Adapter-Olympus-FCON-T01/dp/B07BLNC2S3/ref=sr_1_10?crid=1WP9GLJUBIUS5&keywords=tg6+filter+holder&qid=1689665544&sprefix=tg6+filter+holder%2Caps%2C74&sr=8-10

There's also a rotating lens cap available, but I haven't tried this:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/JJC-Olympus-Camera-Replaces-Protector/dp/B087M5HYCV/ref=sr_1_3?crid=17ZYC66GH9KX9&keywords=tg6+lens+cap&qid=1689665650&sprefix=tg6+lens+cap%2Caps%2C72&sr=8-3

 

[aricooperdavis]

You can replace it yourself if you can get the front glass and are happy voiding your warranty. I believe the TG-4, -5, and -6 all use the same front glass piece.

As ZombieCake has mentioned, prevention is easier than cure!

 

[first-ade]

As ZombieCake has mentioned, prevention is easier than cure!

Can confirm, as when I sent mine in for repair it took four months before they eventually acknowledged they had lost it!

 

[ChrisB]

There's also a rotating lens cap available, but I haven't tried this:

I have one, the JJC model as linked. It works well, even with limited mud on it. Initially it tended to jam but some silicone spray fixed it.