GPSMAP 79 Series

Overview
Specs
In the Box
Maps
Accessories
Overview CAST OFF CONFIDENTLY
Stay on course, and track more adventures with these rugged, floating handhelds.
It’s water-resistant, it floats, and it’s fogproof, so it belongs on the water – just like you.
This thing can remember up to 10,000 waypoints and more, so you don’t have to.
It’s nice to have reliable positioning when you’re out on the water.
The built-in compass will point you in the right direction.
Get the best of Garmin and Navionics data with optional BlueChart g3 coastal charts.
Stay out longer with up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS mode.
Built for life on the boat.RUGGED HANDHELDThis handheld is water-resistant (IPX7) with a high-resolution color display you can read in the sun. The glass is even scratch-resistant and fogproof.
DESIGNED TO FLOATIf rough waters come and the handheld goes overboard, don’t worry. This device floats.
BATTERY LIFEUser-replaceable AA batteries (not included) provide up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS tracking mode.
Exactly what you need to navigate.ACCURATE TRACKINGWith support for multiple satellite constellations – such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS – you’ll get accurate, reliable tracking and positioning around the world.
INCREASED MEMORYMore memory than previous models means you can save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fitness activity files.
BUILT-IN COMPASSThe 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows your heading – even while the boat is standing still.
BLUECHART COVERAGEPreloaded BlueChart g3 coastal charts (GPSMAP 79sc only) give you leading-edge coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics data. Coverage includes the U.S. and the Great Lakes.
Specs GeneralLens material
chemically strengthened glass
Dimension2.67” x 6.85” x 1.67” (6.77 x 17.40 x 4.23 cm)Weight
9.95 oz (282g) with batteries
Water ratingIPX7MIL-STD-810yes (thermal, shock, water); bare unit onlyDisplay Typetransflective, 65K color TFTDisplay Size1.5″W x 2.5″H (3.8 x 6.3 cm); 3″ diag (7.6 cm)Display resolution240 x 400 pixelsBattery Type2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommendedBattery life
up to 19 hours
Memory/History8 GB (user space varies based on included mapping on sc version)Interfacehigh speed microUSB and NMEA 0183 compatibleMaps & MemoryPreloaded maps
Available on sc version only
Ability to add mapsBasemapAutomatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) for outdoor activitiesYes (with optional mapping for detailed roads)Map segments15,000Includes detailed hydrographic features (coastlines, lake/river shorelines, wetlands and perennial and seasonal streams)Yes (downloadable from Garmin Express)Includes searchable points of interests (parks, campgrounds, scenic lookouts and picnic sites)Yes (downloadable from Garmin Express)Displays national, state and local parks, forests and wilderness areasYes (downloadable from Garmin Express)External memory storageyes (32 GB max microSD card)Waypoints/favorites/locations10,000Courses250, 200 course points per courseTracks250Navigation Track Log20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activitiesNavigation Routes250, 250 points per route; 50 points auto routingRinex loggingSensorsGPSGalileoQZSSSBASCompassYes (tilt-compensated 3-axis)High-sensitivity receiverGPS compass (while moving)Outdoor RecreationArea calculationFish forecastGeocaching-friendlyYes (Paperless)Custom maps compatiblePicture viewerMapping & NavigationPoint-to-point navigationIn the Box
GPSMAP 79s or 79sc, depending on the version selected
Lanyard
USB cable
Documentation
Maps ContinentView AllAfricaAsiaAustraliaEuropeMiddle EastNorth AmericaSouth AmericaAutomotive MapsMarine Charts & MapsOutdoor MapsView AllCity Navigator North America NTU.S. Inland MapsCanada Inland MapsU.S., All and Western Canada Coastal Charts