Welcome to one of the most addictive hobbies on the face of the earth. While this may be your first trailcam, I predict it won't be your last. How much are you wanting to spend? IMO you need to spend about $200.00 to get a good quality camera. Good cameras in that range are the Cuddeback Capture, not the IR version, Bushnell Trophycam, Moultrie I-40, or the Scoutguard. In the $100.00 range, I would recommend the Stealthcam I-590 or some of the Wildviews. The Wildgame innovations cameras are also in this price-range but I haven't had any experience with them. You can also log on to www.chasingame.com all they do are camera reviews. www.trailcampro.com is another good site to read reviews and also buy cameras. Hope this helps and good luck.

Blessings.....Pastorjim