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Controlling the camera is simple, thanks to the large slide control on its side. If the camera is turned off this will turn it on automatically and begin recording. Similarly, this slider will also stop recording and turn the camera off. There’s also a de...
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digitalversus.com Updated: 2015-05-09 09:51:15
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For a first attempt at an action cam, the Garmin Virb Elite is a definite success. It's robust, waterproof, easy to use and has a good range of connectivity options. It can even tether to other Garmin devices. While the GoPro Hero3+ still offers better im...
Good battery life for this kind of device, Good image quality in decent light, Waterproof design, Easy to use, WiFi and smartphone app, Compatible with other Garmin devices (ANT), Colour LCD...
A bit too heavy to mount on a helmet, Memory card hidden underneath battery, 1080p video at 30 fps only, Screen isn't backlit, is hard to see in darker conditions, A little slow to start up, Images lack sharpness and detail when shooting in low light...
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The VIRB Elite comes as a self-contained ruggedised unit, so unlike with any GoPro, you won't need a waterproof housing in most scenarios. And that's not its only advantage over its rival. While GoPro users have to either make do with a teeny little monoc...
Useful colour screen, Easy to operate, Colourful footage...
Screen struggles in dim light...
The Garmin VIRB Elite is a real rival to the GoPro range, perhaps the biggest they've had to face so far. In fact, given a straight choice between this and the flagship GoPro Hero3+ Black Edition, we'd choose the Garmin. Cripes. It's easy to use, takes...
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gadgetguy.com.au Updated: 2015-05-09 09:52:30
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The action camera market has gone from under to over-saturated in a few short years, and we now have a plethora of options to capture our weekend adventures on miniature video cams. For several years now, though, the only real option for action camer...
Overall, the VIRB is a very strong entry into the action camera market and Garmin has done well to create a camera with strong features and some personality to boot. It's a little bit on the pricey side, but boasts enough features to be worth the store ta...
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What is the Garmin VIRB Elite? The VIRB Elite is Garmin's first foray into the action camera market. Where Mio released a camera aimed at a market related to its sat-nav range in the shape of the Mio MiVue , Garmin is targeting those who might already be...
ANT+ sensor and remote connectivity, WiFi functions, Good image quality...
No live Internet streaming, No zoom...
The Garmin VIRB is a capable action camera, but the premium Elite model's ANT sensor capabilities make it a truly unique option that's perfect for serious outdoors action types...
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itreviews.com Updated: 2015-05-09 09:52:38
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Garmin is jumping into the action camera field staked out so thoroughly by GoPro with the Virb and Virb Elite cameras. These rugged, waterproof, mountable 1080p video cameras come with everything you need to shoot your latest ski run, skateboard line, or...
The Garmin Virb and Virb Elite are functional, durable action cameras that aren't quite as durable or functional as their main competitor...
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The action camera market is starting to settle down, with a familiar formula of ultra wide-angle lens, ultra tough exterior and small size. Despite the recent explosion in the number of action cameras on the market, it's rare to see a device with a new fe...
GPS data, Simple operation, Good quality footage...
Limited depth waterproofing, Tricky to swap microSD cards, White case marks easily...
The VIRB exploits Garmin's GPS expertise, and it's well designed with a simple slide switch to start and stop recording. It arrives with a GoPro mount adapter, and the whole package has been well thought out, though it's only waterproof to 1m without the...
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techradar.com/au/ Updated: 2015-06-16 05:33:33
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The action camera market is starting to settle down, with a familiar formula of ultra wide-angle lens, ultra tough exterior and small size. Despite the recent explosion in the number of action cameras on the market, it's rare to see a device with a new fe...
GPS data, Simple operation, Good quality footage...
Limited depth waterproofing, Tricky to swap microSD cards, White case marks easily...
The VIRB exploits Garmin's GPS expertise, and it's well designed with a simple slide switch to start and stop recording. It arrives with a GoPro mount adapter, and the whole package has been well thought out, though it's only waterproof to 1m without the...
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GoPro tends to have the market for the generic action camera sewn up. As a result, competitors such as Garmin and Shimano have realised action cameras but with additional sport specific features, such as GPS and ANT+ sensor integration. So from the view o...
The Garmin VIRB elite is a great video camera. Full stop.Its a passable movie camera due to the sound issues.Its an excellent sports camera given the built in GPS and the ability to use ANT+ sensorsIts a naff electronic gadget when charging the unit prove...
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We got our hands on another action camera and this time it's from Garmin. Announced late last year, the VIRB is the company's first time to join the sports camera category as the company decides to take a break from producing sat-nav devices. Could the Ga...
Bottle-shaped physique, Chroma display, Sliding Record function, Compatibility with other Garmin devices, Array of shooting modes, Water-resistant, 2000mAh battery...
Bottle-shaped physique, Chroma display, Steep price tag...
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You can't just do something dangerous and insane these days without filming it for posterity. And while action cameras let us relieve these life-highlights over and over, they aren't all created equal. We decided to see for ourselves which one could handl...
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You can't just do something dangerous and insane these days without filming it for posterity. And while action cameras let us relieve these life-highlights over and over, they aren't all created equal. We decided to see for ourselves which one could handl...
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Rugged design. Good 1080p and 720p performance.
Requires an optional dive case for shooting underwater. Video quality and resolution dwarfed by the GoPro Hero3 Black Edition...
The Garmin Virb and Virb Elite are functional, durable action cameras that aren't quite as durable or functional as their main competitor...
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Where Garmin has the potential though to differentiate is the inroads in sports and fitness that primarily audio/video companies lack. Thus, much of this review will be focused on whether or not Garmin has been able to execute on that vision – and thus by...
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Action cameras are about more than just capturing crazy stunts these days — they've become a way to make anything you do look cool. You've probably seen people wave a selfie stick around while riding a bike, or strap a camera to their chest at a sporting...
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toptenreviews.com Updated: 2015-11-14 11:37:23
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The Garmin VIRB Elite has three HD video modes, a long battery life, GPS, Wi-Fi, digital stabilization, photo capture and is water resistant. These features make it a versatile wearable camera for action sports, photography and family use. The camera in t...
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