Garmin Virb

Requires an optional dive case for shooting underwater. Video quality and resolution dwarfed by the GoPro Hero3 Black Edition.

The Garmin Virb and Virb Elite are functional, durable action cameras that aren't quite as durable or functional as their main competitor.

Overall, the VIRB is a very strong entry into the action camera market and Garmin has done well to create a camera with strong features and some personality to boot. It's a little bit on the pricey side, but boasts enough features to be worth the store...

When Garmin announced the VIRB action camera late this past summer, it represented further expansion into the outdoor market, due to it's significant product tie-ins with other Garmin products. Most notable however, is that they're squaring off...