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Any experience w/ Garmin Panoptix transducer in inshore saltwater applications?
Posted on 6/24/20 at 5:00 pm
Posted on 6/24/20 at 5:00 pm
I'm considering adding the panoptix (sp?) transducer to my (small) array. I'm concerned that it may be more toy than tool for my uses.
Please advise as to your experiences with panoptix in the inshore saltwater environment.
I do nearshore saltwater fishing also. Comments re: experiences w/ panoptix in that milieu would be appreciated.
Many Thanks.
Please advise as to your experiences with panoptix in the inshore saltwater environment.
I do nearshore saltwater fishing also. Comments re: experiences w/ panoptix in that milieu would be appreciated.
Many Thanks.
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Posted on 6/24/20 at 6:58 pm to Lowndes45
I considered the same thing like you all my fishing is saltwater inshore or near shore. I'm a gadget freak and while the panoptix displays remarkable sonar images I decided against buying one, here's why.
Basically, we already know what the "structure" inshore and near shore looks like on bottom. Mud, oyster reefs, jetty rocks or small platforms underwater all pretty much look the same. Looking for bait I'll down scan with my chirp Lowrance HDS or side scan but the down scan to me gives a higher definition sonar image. I also use it to find deep holes in bayous where specks hide out in winter.
Panoptix doesn't really help me with any of that.
Now for bass fishing where structure is everything then panoptix is a real plus. I'm not a bass fisherman luckily b/c those guys buy expensive toys lol. I have also seen where they're used successfully to find sacalait.
If you decide to get one buy one of the multi-beam transducer models, the expensive ones. The single beam panoptix models are basically not much different technically from a regular high end chirp sonar and the images Garmin shows for them indicate that. Multi-beam is how they acquire the higher resolution images.
Good luck, if you get one let us know how it turns out.
Basically, we already know what the "structure" inshore and near shore looks like on bottom. Mud, oyster reefs, jetty rocks or small platforms underwater all pretty much look the same. Looking for bait I'll down scan with my chirp Lowrance HDS or side scan but the down scan to me gives a higher definition sonar image. I also use it to find deep holes in bayous where specks hide out in winter.
Panoptix doesn't really help me with any of that.
Now for bass fishing where structure is everything then panoptix is a real plus. I'm not a bass fisherman luckily b/c those guys buy expensive toys lol. I have also seen where they're used successfully to find sacalait.
If you decide to get one buy one of the multi-beam transducer models, the expensive ones. The single beam panoptix models are basically not much different technically from a regular high end chirp sonar and the images Garmin shows for them indicate that. Multi-beam is how they acquire the higher resolution images.
Good luck, if you get one let us know how it turns out.
Posted on 6/24/20 at 7:00 pm to Lowndes45
Can't speak for saltwater applications, but it works like a champ on Eufaula with the perspective view mount (inverts transducer up shaft of trolling motor and gives a wider field of view). Can see brush piles, bream beds, and fish clearly in up to 25' of water. The 5-20' depth seems to be a sweet spot for it. Muddy water doesn't seem to impact performance or clarity.
FYI, when unit is in Panoptix mode, it is full screen on that unit display and cannot use any of the combo's with chart or downscan....not that you would want to unless it is the only unit you have on the front of boat.
ETA: Humminbird Mega 360 is 10x better than Garmin Panoptix, imo. And go with the biggest screen your budget allows
FYI, when unit is in Panoptix mode, it is full screen on that unit display and cannot use any of the combo's with chart or downscan....not that you would want to unless it is the only unit you have on the front of boat.
ETA: Humminbird Mega 360 is 10x better than Garmin Panoptix, imo. And go with the biggest screen your budget allows
This post was edited on 6/24/20 at 7:07 pm
Posted on 6/25/20 at 8:00 am to EagleEye99
quote:Whoa, I have never seen anyone say that before.
Humminbird Mega 360 is 10x better than Garmin Panoptix, imo
Posted on 6/25/20 at 2:19 pm to EagleEye99
I guess everyone has their own opinion. Witch is great, But I have panoptix on my boat and my brother has the mega 360. The mega 360 is not 100% live it shows you historical data. my panoptix is live and in perspective mode you can zoom in and out live. I find the picis much clearer in 360. but is a pic not live. JUST MY OPINION.
This post was edited on 6/25/20 at 2:30 pm
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