What are some of the main differences between the Garmin GPSMAP 195, 196, and 295?
One obvious difference between the Garmin GPSMAP 195, GPSMAP 196, and GPSMAP 295 is the size of each unit. The 195 is vertically orientated, the 196 is almost completely square, and the 295 is horizontally orientated. Both the 196 and 295 offer optional interfaces to land/street level map inputs/display while the 195 does not include this option. The 195 and 196 are grey level type displays while the 295 is color. For the most part, the 196 and 295 offer many of the same features. However, here is a brief summary of some of the additional features and improvements of the GPSMAP 196 released June 22, 2002: – Improved processor speed (near instantaneous map zoom in and out) – Easier to use menu system – Improved land mapping features and usage (turn by turn directions, best/fastest route calculations) – Convenient panel page displaying GPS derived instrumentation indications (VSI, rate of turn, etc.
One obvious difference between the Garmin GPSMAP 195, GPSMAP 196, and GPSMAP 295 is the size of each unit. The 195 is vertically orientated, the 196 is almost completely square, and the 295 is horizontally orientated. Both the 196 and 295 offer optional interfaces to land/street level map inputs/display while the 195 does not include this option. The 195 and 196 are grey level type displays while the 295 is color. For the most part, the 196 and 295 offer many of the same features.
