While sitting at basecamp on a glacier in Alaska, one of our testers took a video, voice recording, and waypoint while cozying down in a sleeping bag. Utilizing GPS networks (no GLONASS) and WAAS compatibility, this unit is able to find your position within one minute of turning on. Units that utilize both GPS and GLONASS satellite networks are typically more accurate than those without.Even though the reception is not as accurate as the most powerful handhelds like the Garmin Montana 680, the eXplorist 510 will get you where you need to go. Or if you like the eXplorist but want better performance, check out the eXplorist 610 or eXplorist 710. It is the only other device tested with a camera, and a better one at that. If you're looking for a more powerful unit with similar features, check out the Garmin Montana 680. Aside from these issues, this is a decent and feature-filled device. Finally, we wished this device had a rechargeable battery. Many of our testers did not like how the keyboard was split between two screens.

Of all our tested devices, it produced the most glare in both high and low light. It features a larger three-inch screen, but we were unhappy with its plastic construction.

Even though we liked all the extra perks and features, we also had our caveats. This GPS and WAAS-enabled receiver provides decent reception to mark way points and follow tracks. You can fully document your adventures using the built-in 3.2MP camera, video and voice recorder. The Magellan eXplorist 510 is mid-performance GPS unit with all the bells and whistles. Chour our updated review of the current best Handhelp GPS units.

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