It can almost be overwhelming when looking for an electronic gadget like a fishfinder because there are so many options. To help you narrow the search you might like to know that ever since the inception of the Humminbird company their fishfinders have been top sellers.

The recreational angler is going to find the Humminbird fishfinder 535 a device that is easy to use and carry with them. This fishfinder offers a large screen to provide you with a clear sharp image see you can see the fish. Just because the device is easy to use doesn’t mean it is lacking in functionality.

Again as with most electronic devices you will find a wide range in cost. The Hummingbird 535 is what you might call a budget item. It’s got all the tools to help you make the catch without breaking your budget.

Even though the Humminbird 535 is a small unit that doesn’t take up a lot of space in your gear or on your boat it’s got some great features. For example it offers real-time sonar that helps you capture the action below the surface at up to 40 times per second. To help bring this detail into better focus it offers sonar echo enhancement so you can see even the smallest details.

With a high-resolution 5 inch LCD screen that provides 16 levels of grayscale to help you see the fish. You can change the display from a regular grayscale to a white wine, high contrast, bottom black or structure ID bottom display. All you have to do is pick the one that works for you in each situation.

If only your fishing boat would go 70 mph, yet for most people that’s a dream. But if you get a chance to live that dream the Humminbird 535 is capable of an accurate display even at speeds up to 70 mph. In addition it includes water temperature readings to help you find those hot and cold spots as needed.

This fishfinder uses X-press menus that make it easy to select the features you need with fewer clicks. It comes with a button set up to take you through different zoom levels from 2x, 4x, 5x and 8x. It also includes features like recording lapsed time, distance, and average speed if you get the optional speed sensor. In addition if you like to stay out late and fish in the dark the 535 offers a LED backlight so you can still find the fish.

Again the Humminbird 535 is a small compact device which makes it easy to take with you just about anywhere. In addition it has a very simple and easy mounting system which makes it easy to take the device from one boat to another.

Any fishfinder should be waterproof and the Hummingbird 535 is and it even floats. If you drop it accidentally into the water don’t stress just fish it out and go on catching your fish.