Meet the Garmin GPSMAP 79sc Marine Handheld—a rugged, floating navigator built for mariners and outdoor explorers who need dependable positioning, built-in sensors, and coastal charting on the go.
Whether you’re plotting a coastal voyage, planning a day on the water, or tracking hikes and activities, the GPSMAP 79sc delivers trusted Garmin navigation with powerful onboard sensors, broad satellite support, and substantial onboard memory. Its floating design, readable display, and expandable maps make it a reliable companion for marine adventures, expeditions, and everyday outdoor exploration.
| General |
| PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS |
2.67'' x 6.85'' x 1.67'' (6.77 x 17.40 x 4.23 cm) |
| DISPLAY SIZE |
1.5"W x 2.5"H (3.8 x 6.3 cm); 3" diag (7.6 cm) |
| DISPLAY RESOLUTION |
240 x 400 pixels |
| DISPLAY TYPE |
transflective, 65K color TFT |
| WEIGHT |
9.95 oz (282g) with batteries |
| BATTERY TYPE |
2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended |
| BATTERY LIFE |
up to 19 hours |
| WATER RATING |
IPX7 |
| MIL-STD-810 |
yes (thermal, shock, water); bare unit only |
| HIGH-SENSITIVITY RECEIVER |
Yes |
| 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 |
BlueChart® g3 Coastal Charts |
| ABILITY TO ADD MAPS |
Yes |
| Basemap |
Yes |
| AUTOMATIC ROUTING (TURN BY TURN ROUTING ON ROADS) FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES |
Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) |
| MAP SEGMENTS |
15000 |
| 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 |
10000 |
| TRACKS |
250 |
| TRACK LOG |
20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
| 20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
250, 250 points per route; 50 points auto routing |
| RINEX LOGGING |
Yes |
| Sensors |
| GPS |
Yes |
| GLONASS |
Yess |
| Galileo |
Yes |
| QZSS |
Yes |
| Compass |
Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
| GPS COMPASS (WHILE MOVING) |
Yes |
| Outdoor Recreation |
| POINT-TO-POINT NAVIGATION |
Yes |
| AREA CALCULATION |
Yes |
| HUNT/FISH CALENDAR |
Yes |
| GEOCACHING-FRIENDLY |
Yes (Paperless) |
| CUSTOM MAPS COMPATIBLE |
Yes |
| PICTURE VIEWER |
Yes |