Which Trail Camera Is Best For Me?
Looking for the best trail camera to help you scout out a hunting location, but need some guidance. Get to know these trail/game camera features.
Flash And Image Resolution on Your Trail Camera
First, game camera flashes come in no glow, low glow, and a flash white light option The no glow option does not emit a visible flash. The low glow emits a dim, mostly red light and the white flash lights things up just as your digital camera does when you are taking those family photos at Thanksgiving.
No glow infrared trail cameras minimize the risk of spooking deer and other animals while white flash will make your camera known to both potential game and your fellow humans.
No glow and low glow offer black and white photos at night, while white light images will be in color. You have to weigh if color night images are worth the risk of frightening the animals.
The majority of trail cameras today incorporate the no glow or low glow and their capture distance technology is improving continually
Also, pay attention to the camera lenses quality, depth of field, and megapixels (MPs) of resolution. You want the best quality that you can afford for sharper images.
Cellular/Wireless Trail Cameras Vs. On Site Image Offload
Today’s trail camera market features both cameras that can offload remotely or within a specified range, as well as, those where images are accessed by removing the memory card from the unit.
In deciding what to select consider availability of cell service where you wish to locate camera, your need/desire for remote convenience, and your budget. Cellular trail cameras offer the ability to get images e-mailed or texted to you when you like, where you like but do require paying for monthly cell service.
Trigger Speed And Recovery Time
If you plan to locate your game camera along an animal trail with steady movement vs. a feeding area where deer and other animals may linger, trigger speed and camera recovery time between images becomes critically important. What good does your trail camera do if it keeps missing the shot? Pay attention to these features and get the best your money can buy for the situation.
Other Trail Camera Features To Keep In Mind
When researching do not overlook battery life, your need/desire for video capabilities, and security features. Consider your budget and get the max quality that you can in the features that are important to you. Still have questions or would you just like some personal assistance? Browse our extensive inventory and let our experts here at Simmons Sporting Goods walk you through selecting the best trail camera for you.