Garmin has taken a leap into the rugged action camera market with the Garmin VIRB and VIRB Elite, designed to capture video and stills in extreme conditions. In a market segment currently dominated by GoPro, the VIRB steps into the ring with 1080p HD video capture, a 1.4-inch display, integrated weatherproof housing and ANT+ connectivity. The VIRB Elite is a step-up model with built-in WiFi and GPS. Both are capable of 16 megapixel still images, as well as time-lapse photography. Click through for the full press release and pricing.
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