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Recommendation based on price and feautres. Most bang for my buck! Any links to reviews will be appreciated.
Answer
Ok,
Here goes...for a good look at what the experts recommend, start by looking here:
http://gpsinformation.us/main/gpshiking.htm where they recommend the following units:
Magellan Meridian
basic
gold - http://gpsinformation.us/mgoldreview/mag-gold.htm
platinum - http://gpsinformation.us/mgoldreview/mag-plat.htm
Magellan Sportrak Pro - http://gpsinformation.net/mgoldreview/sportrak-pro-rev.html
Garmin
GPS-60C - http://gpsinformation.us/gps60c/g60review.html
GPS76CS - http://gpsinformation.us/gps60c/g76Creview.html
GPSMap76 - http://gpsinformation.net/waas/g76/g-76-map.html
GPS76C - http://gpsinformation.us/gps60c/g76Creview.html
Vista Color / Legend Color - http://gpsinformation.us/vistacolor/etrexvistacolor.html
Vista / Legend - http://gpsinformation.net/etrexlegend.htm
Lowrance iFinder (all models) - http://gpsinformation.net/ifinder/ifinderrev.htm
When you are done checking out the reviews, this seems to be one of the most exhaustive GPS sites I have ever seen.
http://www.gpsinformation.net/
Feature considerations for good geocaching GPS gear:
Keep your gear longer by securing it with those key-keeper-style coiled lanyards. They are great for attaching receivers, cameras, and radios. If you drop your gear, it may spring back before crashing on the ground. They're great for keeping gear from becoming lost or stolen in wilderness or urban environments.
Basemap. This is highly recommended. The additional cost is marginal, and the increase in the equipment's usefulness is substantial.
Channels. Use a receiver with 12 parallel channels. This should include most manufactured after 1997. Older, single-channel receivers are much slower and may not be as accurate.
External antenna jack. This allows the equipment to be mounted inside a vehicle. It is not always possible to obtain good satellite coverage through a front windshield. Even backpackers will benefit from the ability to safely store the receiver inside a pack with an antenna attached to backpack shoulder straps.
Interface. If using the receiver with a computer, be sure that it includes both data in/out ports, and make sure it's NMEA compatible.
Memory. This is used to load detailed topographic or street-level digital maps into the receiver. Topo maps use up a great deal of memory. Capacity should be at least 8 megabytes, or the receiver should include the ability to accept a memory card for as much memory as needed.
Power source. Use a cigarette lighter power cable whenever possible. If you're only using batteries, make sure to carry spares and use a solar charger for extended field use.
Rocker keypad. Using a receiver without a rocker keypad is like using a computer without a mouse.
Screen size. For visual ease of operation, use a receiver with the largest screen that can be realistically carried. Screen size is measured diagonally. Color is great and helps define map features, although it does burn battery power.
Waterproof. Sooner or later the gear will get submerged. Get gear that is at least water-resistant. Plastic bags and boxes give electronics a little additional protection.
Ok,
Here goes...for a good look at what the experts recommend, start by looking here:
http://gpsinformation.us/main/gpshiking.htm where they recommend the following units:
Magellan Meridian
basic
gold - http://gpsinformation.us/mgoldreview/mag-gold.htm
platinum - http://gpsinformation.us/mgoldreview/mag-plat.htm
Magellan Sportrak Pro - http://gpsinformation.net/mgoldreview/sportrak-pro-rev.html
Garmin
GPS-60C - http://gpsinformation.us/gps60c/g60review.html
GPS76CS - http://gpsinformation.us/gps60c/g76Creview.html
GPSMap76 - http://gpsinformation.net/waas/g76/g-76-map.html
GPS76C - http://gpsinformation.us/gps60c/g76Creview.html
Vista Color / Legend Color - http://gpsinformation.us/vistacolor/etrexvistacolor.html
Vista / Legend - http://gpsinformation.net/etrexlegend.htm
Lowrance iFinder (all models) - http://gpsinformation.net/ifinder/ifinderrev.htm
When you are done checking out the reviews, this seems to be one of the most exhaustive GPS sites I have ever seen.
http://www.gpsinformation.net/
Feature considerations for good geocaching GPS gear:
Keep your gear longer by securing it with those key-keeper-style coiled lanyards. They are great for attaching receivers, cameras, and radios. If you drop your gear, it may spring back before crashing on the ground. They're great for keeping gear from becoming lost or stolen in wilderness or urban environments.
Basemap. This is highly recommended. The additional cost is marginal, and the increase in the equipment's usefulness is substantial.
Channels. Use a receiver with 12 parallel channels. This should include most manufactured after 1997. Older, single-channel receivers are much slower and may not be as accurate.
External antenna jack. This allows the equipment to be mounted inside a vehicle. It is not always possible to obtain good satellite coverage through a front windshield. Even backpackers will benefit from the ability to safely store the receiver inside a pack with an antenna attached to backpack shoulder straps.
Interface. If using the receiver with a computer, be sure that it includes both data in/out ports, and make sure it's NMEA compatible.
Memory. This is used to load detailed topographic or street-level digital maps into the receiver. Topo maps use up a great deal of memory. Capacity should be at least 8 megabytes, or the receiver should include the ability to accept a memory card for as much memory as needed.
Power source. Use a cigarette lighter power cable whenever possible. If you're only using batteries, make sure to carry spares and use a solar charger for extended field use.
Rocker keypad. Using a receiver without a rocker keypad is like using a computer without a mouse.
Screen size. For visual ease of operation, use a receiver with the largest screen that can be realistically carried. Screen size is measured diagonally. Color is great and helps define map features, although it does burn battery power.
Waterproof. Sooner or later the gear will get submerged. Get gear that is at least water-resistant. Plastic bags and boxes give electronics a little additional protection.
Underwater photography for a Nikon D3100?
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I'm 14, and I simply love photography. We travel to Greece every year to visit family, and I'd love to capture some of the underwater sea life, not to mention surfers at our beach. For the most part, all of the underwater housings I've looked at are expensive, and I was expecting that, but if I am going to do this, I want to get something more reliable that a Dry Pack bag. Although, I don't know if getting a housing is the best option. What about getting a point and shoot then buying an underwater housing for that, or a GoPro Hero 3? I'm not sure about the image quality compared to a DSLR, but most of the water I would be shooting in would be pretty much crystal clear, expect for the Atlantic waters for surfers. What would be the best for me? I do have a bunch of money saved up and have been wanting to look into this for a while.
Answer
I'm with you on the Go-Pro...the concept is great, the quality is the bit that really concerns me...I know I would be disappointed with it though it would still be great fun...and when I measure the fun level with bang for buck things start to balance out...because you seem quite serious and it's a yearly event...it would be worth considering a true waterproof housing this will cost more than the camera - but it's worth it.
A company called AEE are marketing a camera similar to the GoPro range - very early days though some reviews from the states are pretty good and the price might be more tempting...like I say it will give you 'semi-decent' results and be good fun...if quality is your priority then get the waterproof housing for the D3100.
http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/2041220
I'm with you on the Go-Pro...the concept is great, the quality is the bit that really concerns me...I know I would be disappointed with it though it would still be great fun...and when I measure the fun level with bang for buck things start to balance out...because you seem quite serious and it's a yearly event...it would be worth considering a true waterproof housing this will cost more than the camera - but it's worth it.
A company called AEE are marketing a camera similar to the GoPro range - very early days though some reviews from the states are pretty good and the price might be more tempting...like I say it will give you 'semi-decent' results and be good fun...if quality is your priority then get the waterproof housing for the D3100.
http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/2041220
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