Some fishfinders opt for flash and glitz; others for basic functionality. The Humminbird 561 throws its lot in with the reliable and effective, making it a top choice for a monochromatic fishfinder. Its display showcases detailed, thorough results on its 12 level grayscale 320V X 320H 5” screen, so you reap the benefits of Humminbird DualBeam Plus technology. For the 561 model, this means 20° (which gives highly accurate results) and 60° beams (which give broad, expansive results). It also means never having to choose between accuracy and distance, since the beams’ results can be seen one at a time, but also on side by side screens or fully integrated. The beams reach a deep (and useful) 800 feet. Because of the TrueArch Technology, much interference and noise is weeded out, providing superior sonar visuals.
There are a variety of other features which make the 561 model shine. For instance, it has an optional Triplog feature, in case you want to connect a speed accessory or Paddlewheel. This lets you keep tabs of how fast, how far, and how long you’ve been traveling. It also has a super fast Real Time Sonar Window (in Sonar View) that updates at the speed of life; the window can be displayed in a variety of ways, including standard and wide.
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| Garmin Echo 100 | Garmin Echo 150 | Humminbird 561 | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| Screen Size | 4 in / 102 mm | 4 in / 102 mm | 5 in / 127 mm |
| Screen Resolution | 160 x 256 pixels | 160 x 256 pixels | 320 x 320 pixels |
| Display Type | 8-level grayscale FSTN | 8-level grayscale FSTN | 12-level grayscale FSTN LCD |
| Imaging | 2D | 2D | 2D |
| Transmit Power | 100W RMS 800W Peak-To-Peak | 200W RMS 1600W Peak-To-Peak | 300W RMS 2400W Peak-To-Peak |
| Sonar Frequency | 200 kHz | 77/200 kHz | 83/200 kHz |
| Maximum Depth | 600 ft | 1300 ft | 800 ft |
| MSRP | $79.99 | $99.99 | $149.99 |
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