Garmin Takes On GoPro With the VIRB Waterproof Action Camera

If you think "action sports camera," the first brand that probably comes to mind is GoPro. ButGarmin is looking to change that. The company, synonymous with GPS navigation and technology that takes advantage of it, is launching its first action cam, the VIRB.

Like the GoPro, the VIRB can record 1080p video for up to three hours on a single charge. It's also durable, able to endure shock, extreme temperatures and getting dunked in water (up to 30 minutes). The ruggedized design is more like a camcorder than the GoPro, looking more like a spyglass than a DSLR.