Hey Guys
Looking for some input on trail cameras that wont break the bank. I had two wildview cameras and they were pretty fair but thought I would ask the forum. Ideally would like to keep them around 50-75 bucks a piece so I can get a couple.
Caleb
I currently own 3 versions of Cuddeback, 2 Moultries, 1 Stealth, a Wildgame Innovations Flash Model, and a Wildgame Innovations IR4.
In my opinion, the best overall value is the IR4.
It operates on 4 c cell batteries and they have a pretty long life. It is easy to program and takes decent pictures. It costs less than $100.
The quality of the camera is nowhere near that of a $200 or $300 model but if you take reasonable care of it I don't see that as a disadvantage. I would not recommend the flash model because it eats batteries.
Scoutguard.
This also reminds me. It seems like there was a thread about a roll your own camera??? any input on this?
C
If it is on public land I would go cheep. I have two wildveiw I bought on sale $25 each and 35mm one I bought for $5. I know there are better one out there but the pictures are good enough for me.I had a friend that lost $600 worth of cameras last year,unfortunately not everyone just smiles and waves when the find a trail cam. I like to give them the sasquatch pose.
QuoteOriginally posted by bama:
I currently own 3 versions of Cuddeback, 2 Moultries, 1 Stealth, a Wildgame Innovations Flash Model, and a Wildgame Innovations IR4.
In my opinion, the best overall value is the IR4.
It operates on 4 c cell batteries and they have a pretty long life. It is easy to program and takes decent pictures. It costs less than $100.
The quality of the camera is nowhere near that of a $200 or $300 model but if you take reasonable care of it I don't see that as a disadvantage. I would not recommend the flash model because it eats batteries.
I'm w/ bama...
I have Scoutguard, Leaf River, Covert, and 2 of the WGI IR4 cameras.
The only one that fits your budget is the IR4 model around $75-$80. Battery life is around 2 weeks....doens't matter if you get 1200 pics or 20...battery life is around 2 weeks.
I was very impressed w/ these cams last year as I bought 2 and covered twice the ground. They are bare bones...no deleting pics, formatting cards, etc. Easy to use function keys...no frills and limited options.
Night pic quality is on par w/ the $200 SG and DLC cams I have, but days can be a little discolored or hazy, but I'm not out to take framed pics..just scout deer.
My pick for you...
Helpful info. I need to add to the fleet.
I own 2 Cuddebacks and 6 Scoutguards. Have played with friend's lower end models (StealthCam and Moultrie) purchased on sale at the big box stores.
I realize it they are more than you were looking to spend, but I REALLY like the Scoutguard. Great pictures, long battery life, compact size. Last year, I purchased 4 additional Scoutguards as I was really impressed with their performance.
I bought a couple of Moultrie D-40 cameras last year. They are about $89 full retail but you can find them for $50-75 if you work at it. Higher pixels than some of the other less-expensive models--the pictures are really clear. I'm happy with them.
I have a cheap digital moultrie.
I have had to send it back to them every year for 5 years for repair/replace.
Just stops working.
They have been very good to deal with. The warranty is refreshed each time.
Just a real pain in the arse.