Garmin FÄ“nix 8 Series Multisport GPS Watch and Dive Computer
The Garmin FÄ“nix 8 series is built for divers who cant get enough and enjoy all sorts of outdoor adventurers and sports. Available in multiple sizes, this premium multisport GPS watch and dive computer offers cutting-edge features, a rugged design, and advanced health monitoring.
Dive computer included for recreational dives
The Garmin FÄ“nix 8 Series is engineered for recreational divers, offering comprehensive features designed to enhance your underwater experience. With a water rating of 10 ATM (100 meters) or 131ft and a dive rating compliant with EN13319 standards, the Fenix 8 is built to keep divers informed on dives up to 40 meters. It supports multiple dive modes including:
- single-gas,
- multi-gas,
- gauge,
- apnea,
- apnea hunt (slient mode)
The watch automatically starts tracking when you begin your dive, takes your GPS entry point and records detailed logs such as maximum depth, dive time, and water temperature. The 3-axis underwater compass with easy-to-read graphics ensures accurate navigation underwater, while the surface interval timer helps you manage your dive sessions safely. Additionally, the FÄ“nix 8 supports nitrox gas mixes up to 40% oxygen and utilizes Bühlmann algorithms to track your no-decompression limit (NDL) accurately. The ascent rate tracking feature monitors your ascent speed, providing real-time feedback to ensure a safe return to the surface. With up to 80 hours of battery life in dive mode, the FÄ“nix 8 is a reliable companion for extended dive adventures.
Key Multisport Features
- AMOLED Display: Bright, easy-to-read display available in 43mm, 47mm, and 51mm sizes.
- Battery life: up to 29days on one change in Smartwatch mode
- Intergarded mic and speaker: For Voice controll and messaging
- Advanced Health Monitoring: Includes wrist-based heart rate, advanced sleep monitoring, and Pulse Ox.
- Multi-Band GPS: Superior positioning accuracy with SatIQ™ technology.
- Built-in LED Flashlight: Variable intensity light for dark environments, with red safety mode.
- Dive Capable: Rated to 40 meters and tested to engineering standard EN13319 for dive compliance.
Key Diving Features
- Dive Rating: Rated to 40 meters and compliant with engineering standard EN13319 for dive equipment.
- Nitrox Support: Capable of supporting multiple gas mixes, up to 40% Oxygen.
- Underwater Compass: 3-axis underwater compass with easy-to-read graphics.
- Dive Modes: Multiple dive modes including single-gas, multi-gas, gauge, apnea, and apnea hunt modes.
- Automatic Dive Start: Automatically starts tracking when you begin your dive.
Detailed Specifications
- Display: AMOLED, available in 1.3" (43mm), 1.4" (47mm & 51mm) with up to 454 x 454 pixels.
- Water Rating: 10 ATM (100 meters), Dive-rated to 40 meters.
- Battery Life: Up to 48 days in smartwatch mode with solar (51mm model).
- Memory: 32 GB.
- Material: Corning® Gorilla® Glass or Sapphire crystal lens, Stainless steel or Titanium bezel, Fiber-reinforced polymer case.
- Weight: Varies by model: 66g (43mm), 80g (47mm), 102g (51mm).
- Wireless Technologies: Bluetooth®, ANT+®, Wi-Fi®.
Diving Related Sepcifictaions:
Diving Features | Details |
---|---|
Dive activity maximum operating depth | 40 metres |
Single-gas mode | ✔ |
APNOEA mode | ✔ |
Decompression model | Bühlmann ZHL-16c with gradient factors |
Nitrox support | ✔ |
Gas mixes | Air, Nitrox (21-40% Oxygen) |
PO2 | Up to 1.6 with customisable Deco settings |
Auto start/end dive | ✔ |
Custom end-dive timeout | Yes (20 sec to 10 min) |
Safety Stop | Yes (customisable off/3min/5min) |
Deep Stops | Yes (using custom gradient factors) |
Customisable conservatism | Yes (low/medium/high or custom using gradient factors) |
Dive ascent/descent rate indicator | ✔ |
Automatic altitude adjustment | ✔ |
No fly time | ✔ |
Dive planner | Yes (Basic NDL & Gas Planner) |
Tides | ✔ |
Backlight | Yes (configurable intensity; always on) |
Automatically saves dive entry and exit locations | ✔ |
Sync dive log to Garmin Dive™ Mobile app | ✔ |
Alerts & alarms | Yes (vibration only) |
3-axis dive compass | Yes with adjustable heading, quick change to 90R, 90L, and Reciprocal. Indicates degrees and direction back to set heading. |
Missed Deco Lockout | Yes (can be disabled prior to dive with user acknowledgement) |
Surface diver status widget | Yes (Surface Interval, no fly time, N2 loading, CNS, OTU, and Tissue Compartment status) |
Hoseless gas intergartion option | NO |
What's in the Box
- Garmin FÄ“nix 8 Series Watch
- Charging/Data Cable
- Documentation