Nikon GPS Units

Steves1982 · 1 Jan 2013 at 20:33

I'm looking for a decent GPS unit for my D7000. I travel a fair bit and would like to automatically geotag the photos in camera as I take them. I have looked at using android apps or gps loggers but would prefer an on camera solution.

The Nikon GP1 doesn't seem to have great reviews and at around £180 is a lot more than other 3rd party devices such as the Phottix Geo 1 (http://www.phottix.com/en/phottix-geo-one-gps-replace-nikon-gp-1.html)

The Phottix takes power from the camera though and I would prefer one that has it's own power source, though this isn't vital.

Has anyone tried a Nikon GPS adapter or can anyone recommend me a decent solution?

Thanks

Amp34 · 1 Jan 2013 at 20:53

http://www.engadget.com/2012/07/03/solmeta-n3-geotagging-module-nikon-dslr-review/

I saw that review a few months ago, could be interesting as well. I'v been interested in getting one for a while as well.

Steves1982 · 1 Jan 2013 at 21:13

Amp34 said:
http://www.engadget.com/2012/07/03/solmeta-n3-geotagging-module-nikon-dslr-review/

I saw that review a few months ago, could be interesting as well. I'v been interested in getting one for a while as well.

That looks like a good option. The reviews seem good and the negligible drain on battery life is a big plus too.

coopersim · 1 Jan 2013 at 21:17

I use the GeoTagPhotos app for iPhone which is a much cheaper option and works really well.

Steves1982 · 1 Jan 2013 at 21:23

coopersim said:
I use the GeoTagPhotos app for iPhone which is a much cheaper option and works really well.

I did try a couple of similar android apps but wasn't too impressed. It didn't seem too accurate which is likely my phone's fault and they also severely drained my phone's battery.

Steves1982 · 16 Jan 2013 at 23:31

Well my Solmeta Geotagger N3 arrived from Hong Kong today.

First impressions are very good. Locked on to GPS signal in about 25-30 seconds and accuracy seems within about 6 feet. I like the fact that if I go inside and signal is lost it still keeps track of last know position and tags photos accordingly. Battery drain seems minimal and overall I'm very impressed.

I can recommend it if anyone is looking for a Nikon GPS solution. A lot cheaper than the Nikon GP1 with better features, battery life and lock on times. Comes with a half decent remote shutter release too which is a bonus.