Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TS2 is one tough cookie

Rugged electronics used to be mighty expensive and ugly to boot, but it seems as though Panasonic has managed to overcome that mindset with their latest announcement, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TS2 rugged digital camera. This is the successor to the first model from the company that was specially designed for active outdoor use, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TS1, and the aptly named TS2 will now boast High Definition video recording capability in the AVCHD Lite format which doubles recording time compared to other conventional formats, a new 14.1-megapixel lens alongside its capability to survive in harsh environments without missing a beat, where it is able to swim with the fishes in depths of up to 33 feet (10m), is shockproof from 10 feet (2m) drops, is freezeproof to 14 degrees F (-10 degrees C) and dustproof to boot, making it the ideal camera for our brave men and women serving in respective battle stations all over the world.