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Garmin GPSMAP 78 Series - Comparison Table
Garmin GPSMAP 78 Series
Comparison Table
Garmin GPSMAP 78 Series models are ideal for mariners and boaters as well as its useful for geocachers and hikers. The control buttons placed above the display provide comfortable operating while holding the device. Below you will find comparison table between the models. Grey Rows will indicate the subject in which there is a difference. Go ahead and choose the one best suitable to you.
Generally the Garmin GPSMAP 62 Series consist of 3 models:
GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP 78sc.
The GPSMAP 78s and 78sc has a built-in tilt-compensated 3-axis electronic compass, a barometric altimeter and a High speed USB (USB 2.0). They also have the capability to transfer data wirelessly between other Garmin devices that support that function. The 78sc model is also preloaded with US Coastal Charts.
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GPSMAP® 78 |
GPSMAP® 78s |
GPSMAP® 78sc |
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Unit dimensions, WxHxD: |
2.6" x 6.0" x 1.2" (6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm) |
2.6" x 6.0" x 1.2" (6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm) |
2.6" x 6.0" x 1.2" (6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm) |
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Display size, WxH: |
1.43" x 2.15" (3.6 x 5.5 cm); 2.6" diag (6.6 cm) |
1.43" x 2.15" (3.6 x 5.5 cm); 2.6" diag (6.6 cm) |
1.43" x 2.15" (3.6 x 5.5 cm); 2.6" diag (6.6 cm) |
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Display resolution, WxH: |
160 x 240 pixels |
160 x 240 pixels |
160 x 240 pixels |
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Display type: |
transflective, 65-K color TFT |
transflective, 65-K color TFT |
transflective, 65-K color TFT |
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Weight: |
7.7 oz (218.3 g) with batteries |
7.7 oz (218.3 g) with batteries |
7.7 oz (218.3 g) with batteries |
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Battery: |
2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended |
2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended |
2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended |
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Battery life: |
20 hours |
20 hours |
20 hours |
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Waterproof: |
yes (IPX7) |
yes (IPX7) |
yes (IPX7) |
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Floats: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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High-sensitivity receiver: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Interface: |
USB NMEA 0183 compatible |
high-speed USB NMEA 0183 compatible |
high-speed USB NMEA 0183 compatible |
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Basemap: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Preloaded maps: |
no |
no |
yes |
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Ability to add maps: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Built-in memory: |
1.7 GB |
1.7 GB |
1.7 GB |
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Accepts data cards: |
microSD™ card (not included) |
microSD™ card (not included) |
microSD™ card (not included) |
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Waypoints/favorites/locations: |
2000 |
2000 |
2000 |
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Routes: |
200 |
200 |
200 |
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Track log: |
10,000 points, 200 saved tracks |
10,000 points, 200 saved tracks |
10,000 points, 200 saved tracks |
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Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): |
yes (optional mapping for detailed roads) |
yes (optional mapping for detailed roads) |
yes (optional mapping for detailed roads) |
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Touchscreen: |
no |
no |
no |
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Electronic compass: |
no |
yes (tilt-compensated, 3-axis) |
yes (tilt-compensated, 3-axis) |
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Barometric altimeter: |
no |
yes |
yes |
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Camera: |
no |
no |
no |
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Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos): |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Picture viewer: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Custom maps compatible: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Geocaching-friendly: |
yes (paperless) |
yes (paperless) |
yes (paperless) |
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Outdoor GPS games: |
no |
no |
no |
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Hunt/fish calendar: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Sun and moon information: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Tide tables: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Area calculation: |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): |
no |
yes |
yes |
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Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data): |
yes |
yes |
yes |