The Moultrie Game Spy I40 is a popular game camera due to the rich feature set and mid-range price it is offered at. This infared digital game camera has no visible flash, so you won't spook your game. The 150 day battery life from 6 D cell batteries gives you 5 months worth of operation in the field.

This 4 Mega pixel camera has a quick trigger, and the infared emitters can reach out to approximately 50 feet. You have the option of choosing between 3 different picture resolutions and 2 different video resolution modes. Up to 3 pictures can be shot upon each activation of the PIR, with an approximate 13 second delay between each shot. The timeout between activations is configurable between 1 to 60 minutes, so you don't end up with a memory card full of pictures of the same animal. The daytime pictures are in color, and the night time infared pictures are in black and white. Each picture will have the temparature, moon phase, time, date, and camera ID embedded. So you will know when, and under what circumstances the picture was taken. The same image stamping is available on the videos that the I40 captures. The video images can be captured during the day and night. These videos can be 5 seconds, 15 seconds, or 30 seconds in length.

The camera comes with 32 MB of internal memory, but will accept optional SDRAM memory cards. A 1 GB SD card is included with the camera, but it is capable of accepting up to a 4 GB memory card. Depending upon the mode your camera is operating in, you can capture thousands of images or hours of video on a single 4 GB memory card.

As mentioned earlier, the I40 gets approximately 150 days of operation off of 6 D cell batteries. It also has the capability of accepting an optional external power source. The MFH-CPP Power Panel is compatible with the Game Spy I40, and it uses a 12 volt battery and solar panel to give you indefinite battery life in the field. This optional accessory can pay for itself over time.

The weather resistant case comes in a black color, but you can always apply a camouflage kit to make your camera less detectable to would-be thieves. Moultrie also makes tripod mounts and camera security boxes that are compatible with this camera. I highly recommend using a security lock box, either from Moultrie, or a third-party manufacturer to protect your camera from theft. The I40 is a popular model, and there are many security devices on the market for it.

Another great feature of the I40, is the camera ID feature. You can enter in the location fo the camera, and this will be embedded on each photo as well. Moultrie also added an Up/Down angle adjustment knob on the back of the camera. This means no more placing of sticks between the camera and the tree, just to try to get that perfect angle. The Laser Aim feature emits a 'red dot' laser beam to help you ensure that your camera is positioned to cover the desired location. Its added features like these that really make Moultrie's game cameras popular.

There are 3 modes of operation for the I40. SETUP MODE enables you to customize your cameras settings. After 4 minutes of inactivity, the camera will switch from SETUP mode to AUTO mode. When the camera is in AUTO MODE, it is ready to take pictures or videos when the PIR is activated. Once the camera enters AUTO mode, you have 30 seconds to leave the field of view before it will start capturing images. Lastly, is the HANDHELD MODE. In HANDHELD mode, the I40 will operate like a normal digital camera, and you can take pictures by pressing the shutter button. In this mode, it can capture pictures or video.

You have several options for viewing your pictures. You can remove the memory card, and place it in a card reader in your PC or Laptop. You also have the option of connecting the included USB cable from your computer to the I40. This will allow you to view the images on the SD card, or the embedded I40 memory. You can also use the included TV Out cable to view your images on a TV.

So if you are in the market for an afforable game camera that is packed with features and options, then check out the Game Spy I40 from Moultrie.

Have your heard of Monarch Images? I hadn't until tonight when I stumbled across a video promoting their game cameras. These appear to be home brew cameras that are pre-built and ready to purchase. I have to say the image quality was very good and sent me over to their website for a closer look.

Check out their promo video below:

Looking for a really low cost digital game camera?  I mean really low cost?

Then check out the Wildview Bubba Cam, model TGLBC1.  This 1.3 megapixel digital game camera lists for around $59.00, but can often be had for less.  The camera is basic, and doesn't have many bells and whistles, but that is what makes it an easy to use camera.  Wildview claims that this is the most user friendly scouting camera on the market.

The TGLBC1 has 8 MB of built in memory, but can accept optional SDRAM memory cards up to 2 GB in size.  The flash reaches out to 30 feet.  The Bubba Cam supports Time and Date stamping on each image.  It doesn't shoot videos, but it has a pre-set 3 picture burst mode.  This Wildview also has one minute timeout settings, a test mode for positioning your camera, and a low battery indicator.  It is powered by 4 C-cell batteries.  You get a mounting strap for attaching the camera to a tree, and the camera will accept a lock and security cable to deter theft.

So if you are looking for a simple to use camera, or need to purchase several cameras on a tight budget, the Wildview Bubba Cam just might be the camera for you.

The SmartScouter Cellular Surveillance System is yet another of the new remote access game cameras to hit the market with force.  Imagine being able to access your digital game camera images, from any computer, anywhere in the world.

There are some major benefits provided by cellular game cameras:

1. No more disturbing your hunting areas, just to check your game cameras.  No more jumping up deer or leaving your scent behind to spook them later.
2. No more wasting gas, driving to the woods just to check your game cameras, swap memory cards, adjust camera settings, or to change batteries.  Keep the gas money in your pocket.
3. Determine which stand you will hunt tomorrow, based on today's deer movement.  Checking your camera remotely gives you that option.
4. Check your game camera pictures from your smart cell phone.

The SmartScouter is a 1.3 megapixel camera Read More about the SmartScouter Features and Benefits

Watch our review of the StealthCam I540ir. We recently tested this infared model from StealthCam, and were pleasantly surprised by the performance and quality of the images received from this low-cost infared solution.

The Stealth Cam Sniper V650 is one of the latest offerings by the notable game camera manufacturer. It is endorsed by Jim Shockey, the award winning outdoor writer, wildlife videographer, and wilderness guide.

One of this camera's most impressive features, is the built-in 2 inch color LCD viewer.  This allows you to view your game camera images and videos in the field, right from your game cam.  The burst mode technology allows this trail camera to shoot 1 to 9 images, or video segments between 5 to 90 seconds when the PIR sensor detects game.  The delay feature can be programmed from 1 to 59 minutes between motion sensing, so you don't end up with a ton of pictures of the same animal.  This feature is especially helpful if you have the camera set on a feeder or corn pile.

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