Helix 15 or 12

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11-04-2022, 07:08 PM
JoeyWelch

Helix 15 or 12

I’m trying to decide between a Helix 12 or 15. This will be a console mounted unit and my concern is that the pixel count on the 15 is the same as the 12. Will there be a difference in the screen clarity viewing the 15 up close? Can anyone give any advise on the 15? Or would I be better off just getting the 12?

Thanks for any help
11-04-2022, 09:04 PM
Clarktg

If you have the budget for the 15, personally, I’d buy the 12 to use for imaging and use the extra money to buy a helix 8 to use for mapping and link them together to share waypoints. Should come out about the same total cost that way.

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11-05-2022, 04:17 AM
JoeyWelch

Yes Sir. That is an option also. Thanks
11-05-2022, 08:40 AM
slowhand

Go with the 15. I have a 10 on top of my 15 and the screen size difference is amazing. I do have old eyes. Contact Brian at BBG once you decide to purchase, he will treat you right. He can also answer any questions you may have.

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11-05-2022, 09:20 AM
Roy

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I've had both. I'd go with the 15.
I use to use a 10 and a 12.
Sold the 10 and got a 15.
Tried using both the 12 and the 15 but it was too much. Hard to see and drive.
Now just using the 12. I like it allot.
It has double the amount of presents so I can set up and switch views very quickly.
I don't notice any difference in image quality between the 12 and the 15.
Running down the lake I use map and 2D.
Finding my spot I mainly use map, down, and SI. Plenty big on the 15 for this IMO.
I can quickly switch to just down or SI if I want a more detailed view.Attachment 440758 Attachment 440759 Attachment 440760
11-05-2022, 10:45 AM
SuperDave336

Nice pics Roy
11-05-2022, 05:03 PM
JoeyWelch

Those are some great screenshots Mr Roy.

I’ll get the 15 ordered and on the way. I’ve been using Gen 1 units until now. Looks like there has been some major improvements from what I had.

Thanks Men
11-05-2022, 05:09 PM
JoeyWelch

“Go with the 15. I have a 10 on top of my 15 and the screen size difference is amazing. I do have old eyes. Contact Brian at BBG once you decide to purchase, he will treat you right. He can also answer any questions you may have.”

Is Brian a memeber here?
11-05-2022, 06:01 PM
BuckeyeCrappie

What resolution!
11-05-2022, 06:40 PM
slowhand

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeyWelch

â€œGo with the 15. I have a 10 on top of my 15 and the screen size difference is amazing. I do have old eyes. Contact Brian at BBG once you decide to purchase, he will treat you right. He can also answer any questions you may have.â€

Is Brian a memeber here?

Yes, and a site sponsor as well. He has a website, but when ready to purchase, call him for his best price. Some manufacturers will not allow a lower price than list to ba advertied.

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11-05-2022, 07:15 PM
SuperDave336

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeyWelch

Is Brian a member here?

yes here is his info.

https://www.crappie.com/crappie/member.php?u=31944
11-05-2022, 07:23 PM
JoeyWelch

Thanks Super
11-05-2022, 07:36 PM
Roy

I meant to say I was using the 15 only, ooopps!
Got mine from Brian as well.
11-12-2022, 03:34 PM
JoeyWelch

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Full console!!

Thanks for the help Men.
11-12-2022, 05:34 PM
johndeere5045

I have the 15 also. The only disadvantage I've noticed is the 15 uses alot more amps per hour to run. I think the 15 uses 4 amps per hour. The 12 is less I am told.