The Foolography Unleashed D90 and Holux M-1000C Receiver Kit contains everything you need to geotag your photographs besides the camera itself.
The Unleashed D90 is a wireless Bluetooth module that allows you to geotag your photographs without the need to tether to GPS receivers. This compact, lightweight device sits directly on the camera and is easily configured to the Holux M-1000C GPS Logger. The module automatically receives the GPS data and embeds it into the image's metadata immediately; no additional steps are required at the computer.
The Unleashed D90 is compatible with the Nikon D90 digital camera. Also, it works with Nikon D3100, D5000, and D7000 digital cameras if turned upside-down.
The Holux M-1000C is a wireless GPS logger that easily and accurately records logs and data. The M-1000C is very compact and lightweight, making it perfect for carrying in your pocket or bag while traveling. It also features an integrated GPS chipset that provides 20-hour battery life from a removable lithium-ion 850mAh battery. The 4MB of internal flash memory is capable of storing 200,000 data logs via the v1.2 compliant, Class 2 Bluetooth interface.
Note: The included ezTour software from Holux allows you to download and manage your tracks (Windows only). To download the tracks with a Mac you can use the freeware BT747. A detailed installation description can be found on the
Foolography homepage.
| Bluetooth Module |
Connection Time: 3 Seconds on Average Compatibility: Bluetooth 2.0 Compliant Dimensions: 0.91 x 0.79 x 0.24" / 23 x 20 x 6mm Weight: 0.18oz / 5g |
| GPS Logger |
Log Data Memory: 4MB Flash Memory, Up to 200,000 Recorded Points GPS Receiver: MTK3329 GPS Chip Tracking Sensitivity: -165dBm Compatibility: USB 2.0 with Mini USB Connector Battery: Lithium-Ion 850mAh Dimensions: 2.5 x 1.6 x 0.7" / 62.5 x 41 x 17.1mm Weight: 1.9oz / 53g |
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If I could select a 6th star, I would! I purchased this kit because I was tired of guessing where my pictures were taken and I found it disconcerting that Nikon's own GPS unit had so many negative reviews in regards to breaking their GPS Port.
This kit comes with the GPS and Bluetooth piece pre-paired and takes maybe 6-10 seconds for the GPS to turn on, acquire a satellite signal, and pair with the the bluetooth receiver. If you turn the camera off, then on again it takes maybe 3 seconds for it to reacquire the bluetooth connection. I keep the GPS in my pocket and have no problems receiving accurate GPS signal.
What they don't list here is that the GPS coordinates are stored in your Metadata which makes it handy for later if you have a program that can program the coordinates on a map. Also as a note, I have an L bracket from RRS and I can fit the Foolography chip on the side with ease.
All in all this seems to be a great product. Super easy to use, very quick connection times, no cords or hassles. The battery life of this GPS unit is about 20 hours and the one advantage is that this unit has a battery you can change if you need more than that. The 1200E receiver does not, and has a smaller battery size which is why I chose the 1000C. Go german engineering!
Just to note with my picture, taken with a camera phone as I only have 1 DSLR. But you can just make out where the Bluetooth unit sits and the D90's GPS rubber door folds into the unit so it doesn't flop in your way! Genius! And the Holux 1000C GPS receiver on the Left is not that big at all. Fits anywhere!
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Comments about Foolography Unleashed D90 and Holux M-1000C Receiver Kit:
If I could select a 6th star, I would! I purchased this kit because I was tired of guessing where my pictures were taken and I found it disconcerting that Nikon's own GPS unit had so many negative reviews in regards to breaking their GPS Port.
This kit comes with the GPS and Bluetooth piece pre-paired and takes maybe 6-10 seconds for the GPS to turn on, acquire a satellite signal, and pair with the the bluetooth receiver. If you turn the camera off, then on again it takes maybe 3 seconds for it to reacquire the bluetooth connection. I keep the GPS in my pocket and have no problems receiving accurate GPS signal.
What they don't list here is that the GPS coordinates are stored in your Metadata which makes it handy for later if you have a program that can program the coordinates on a map. Also as a note, I have an L bracket from RRS and I can fit the Foolography chip on the side with ease.
All in all this seems to be a great product. Super easy to use, very quick connection times, no cords or hassles. The battery life of this GPS unit is about 20 hours and the one advantage is that this unit has a battery you can change if you need more than that. The 1200E receiver does not, and has a smaller battery size which is why I chose the 1000C. Go german engineering!
Just to note with my picture, taken with a camera phone as I only have 1 DSLR. But you can just make out where the Bluetooth unit sits and the D90's GPS rubber door folds into the unit so it doesn't flop in your way! Genius! And the Holux 1000C GPS receiver on the Left is not that big at all. Fits anywhere!
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