Nikon GP-1 GPS unit for the D700
Along with Nikon’s announcement of the new D90 DSLR (which we won’t cover here), they have released details of the forthcoming GP-1 GPS unit which is compatible with the D700.
Acquired data: Latitude, longitude, altitude, time information
Time required for satellite acquisition: Approx. 45 sec. (cold start), approx. 5 sec. (hot start)
Power source: Supplied from camera body
Receiving indicators:
- Red blinking (GPS data not recorded)
- Green blinking (GPS data recorded utilizing three satellites)
- Green solid(Four or more satellites detected, GPS data are more accurate)
Compatible models:D90 (via accessory terminal cable GP1-CA90), D3, D300, D700, D2X, D2Hs, D2Xs and D200 (via 10-pin remote terminal cable GP1-CA10)
Attachment: Attaches to camera’s accessory shoe or a camera strap via strap adapter GP1-CL1
Dimensions: Approx. 2 x 1.8 x 1 inches
September 9th, 2008 at 5:54 pm
Does anyone know how much this thing will cost?
September 12th, 2008 at 2:29 pm
According to Nikon’s homepage it’ll be only compatible with the D90. And that’s pretty likely, because the D90 won’t have a 10pin port.
September 13th, 2008 at 11:11 am
@akizidenz: It’s definitely compatible with the cameras I listed, via the cables mentioned above.
September 15th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
And the question remains about cost. I can’t find any price reference on the NikonUSA web site. Has anyone heard how the GP-1 will go for?
September 20th, 2008 at 10:02 am
First indications are ~£650 (UKP) - ~$800 (US)
About the cost of a descent camera!
I have been using a Garmin with the exorbitant Nikon GPS Cord MC-35
for two years.
Questions remain about..
Battery consumption?
Satalite system?
Parallel connections? another 10-pin remote control etc. there are none!
I suspect a perfectly workable generic imitation (note.. “imitation” not counterfeit) will appear on eBay at ~$100 by Christmas.
BRB
September 27th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
You can already get the GeoPic II (low power) at B&H for $300 or £180
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/564380-REG/Custom_Idea_GEOPICII2467_GeoPic_II_Direct.html/BI/2611/KBID/3490
Here is the site of the maker for more info: http://www.customidea.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=126
I wish I had a D700
October 14th, 2008 at 6:50 am
You may also get the Solmeta N1+ at $175 http://www.solmeta.com
It has a built-in battery which can work 10 continous hours independently, also it can get power from the camera.
It can also auto freeze the gps signals inside a room.
It supports D700 perfectly.
October 20th, 2008 at 3:16 pm
I bought one of the GeoPic II, but it only comes with a 10-pin connector, so it will not work with my new D90.
Anyone know if there is / or will be a converter for a 10-pin accessory and the D90 accessory socket?