Garmin GPSMAP 79sc Marine Handheld w/ BlueChart G3
Garmin GPSMAP 79sc Marine Handheld Preloaded w/ BlueChart G3 Coastal Charts
(Garmin 010-02635-03)
We Think You Should Know
- Australian Garmin Warranty
- Purchase Guarantee (see T&C's)
- BlueChart Coverage
- Built-in Compass
- Accurate Tracking
- Increased Memory
- Up To 19 Hours Of Battery Life
- IPX7 Water-resistant
- Designed To Float
Overview
Cast off confidently and stay on course with Garmin GPSMAP 79sc Marine Handheld Preloaded with BlueChart G3 Coastal Charts. Water-resistant, it floats, and it’s fog proof, so it belongs on the water — just like you. The built-in compass will point you in the right direction and with up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS mode.
Track more adventures with these rugged, floating handhelds.
Features
BLUECHART COVERAGE
Preloaded BlueChart g3 coastal charts give you leading-edge coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics data.

RUGGED HANDHELD
This handheld is water-resistant IPX7 with a high-resolution colour display you can read in the sun. The glass is even scratch-resistant and fog proof.

DESIGNED TO FLOAT
If rough waters come and the handheld goes overboard, don’t worry. This device floats.

BATTERY LIFE
User-replaceable AA batteries (not included) provide up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS tracking mode.

ACCURATE TRACKING
With support for multiple satellite constellations — such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS — you’ll get accurate, reliable tracking and positioning around the world.
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INCREASED MEMORY
More memory than previous models means you can save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fitness activity files.

BUILT-IN COMPASS
The 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows your heading — even while the boat is standing still.

Garmin - The Brand
Garmin is a leading worldwide provider of navigation, aviation, marine, outdoor and fitness products. Garmin products are known for innovative features, compelling design and quality that is second to none. We stock the latest range of these fantastic products and believe they are the best in their field, making us one of Australia's leading independent Garmin retailers.
General
| DIMENSION | 6.77 x 17.40 x 4.23 cm |
|---|---|
| DISPLAY SIZE | 3.8 x 6.3 cm; 3" diag (7.6 cm) |
| DISPLAY RESOLUTION | 240 x 400 pixels |
| DISPLAY TYPE | Transflective, 65K colour TFT |
| WEIGHT | 282g with batteries |
| WATERPROOF | IPX7 |
| BATTERY TYPE | 2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended |
| BATTERY LIFE | Up to 19 hours |
| MIL-STD-810 | yes (thermal, shock, water); bare unit only |
| INTERFACE | High speed microUSB and NMEA 0183 compatible |
| MEMORY/HISTORY | 8 GB (user space varies based on included mapping on sc version) |
Maps & Memory
| PRELOADED MAPS | ✅ |
|---|---|
| ABILITY TO ADD MAPS | ✅ |
| BASEMAP | ✅ |
| AUTOMATIC ROUTING (TURN BY TURN ROUTING ON ROADS) FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) |
| MAP SEGMENTS | 15,000 |
| INCLUDES 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 AREAS | yes (downloadable from Garmin Express™) |
| EXTERNAL MEMORY STORAGE | Yes (32 GB max microSD™ card, not included) |
| WAYPOINTS/FAVORITES/LOCATIONS | 10,000 |
| TRACKS | 250 |
| NAVIGATION TRACK LOG | 20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
| NAVIGATION ROUTES | 250, 250 points per route; 50 points auto routing |
| RINEX LOGGING | ✅ |
Sensors
| HIGH-SENSITIVITY RECEIVER | ✅ |
|---|---|
| GPS | ✅ |
| GLONASS | ✅ |
| GALILEO | ✅ |
| QZSS | ✅ |
| SBAS | ✅ |
| COMPASS | Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
| GPS COMPASS (WHILE MOVING) | ✅ |
Outdoor Recreation
| POINT-TO-POINT NAVIGATION | ✅ |
|---|---|
| AREA CALCULATION | ✅ |
| HUNT/FISH CALENDAR | ✅ |
| GEOCACHING-FRIENDLY | Yes (Paperless) |
| CUSTOM MAPS COMPATIBLE | ✅ |
| PICTURE VIEWER | ✅ |
- GPSMAP 79sc
- Lanyard
- USB cable
- Documentation
Peace of Mind Purchase Guarantee
This product is supplied via Garmin Australia and enjoys the FULL benefits of the 'Genuine Garmin Australian Warranty'. (You may also be entitled to other consumer warranties as provided by the Australian Consumer Guarantee and these entitlements are not limited by this warranty). In the event that this product should fail please contact our service department or you can speak with Garmin Australia directly.
We are a FULLY AUTHORISED Australian retailer for Garmin Australia.
Disclaimer
Due to differing operating costs associated with selling products via different marketplaces, our pricing may vary.












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