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Old 07-30-2014, 09:20 AM
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Long time hunter, never used cameras before
- we have 7000 ac 14 guys a lot of land, 200 stands
- want to get off the beaten path and climb
- going to prep 10 locations for a climber
- hunting boar, deer and bear in NC
- would like to get 4-6 cameras to rotate per location
- budget is 500-600 (unrealistic?)

I have no idea when looking at camera features what's good or bad. I just want to verify patterns and assess quality of game. Easy to use, dependable, don't need highest resolution etc...

Any suggestions on basic camera's that will do the job within budget would be helpful. Thanks

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Old 08-01-2014, 10:01 AM
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I am going to answer my own question. I found Covert Scouting Cameras MPE5 6MP for $80 which would be in my budget and the reviews don't seem to be bad. Does anyone else have a better recommendation for around the same cost? THx
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Old 08-01-2014, 11:56 AM
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I like the Moultrie cameras. You can get a good Moultrie for around $120
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Old 08-02-2014, 05:19 AM
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I was looking around the other day and came across 3 cameras at Wally World for at or under that amount: A Primos35 (which I've had good luck with), a WildGame (which I haven't had good luck) and a Tasco (looks like a Bushnell Trophy Cam). Never tried any of the Tasco cams, but I've read many reviews on this site and others that for $50, you can't go wrong.
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Old 08-02-2014, 04:09 PM
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I just bought a Stealthcam out of Sportsmans Guide at $80 and it includes a mounting bracket, strap, camera, batteries, and a 4GB memory card. Checked it just today and it takes good pics as long as the deer are not moving to fast. For the money and what you get, it can't be beat. I put it on video so we'll see how that works. And very easy to set up. Thinking of ordering another one.
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Old 08-03-2014, 07:54 AM
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I have used Wildgame Innovations cameras for 5 seasons without any issues. I used Cuddeback before that, but I had a few stolen and at $300+ a piece I decided to search for a less expensive but quality camera. Around a $100 gets a good model, and some go on sale for $60-$80 at Dick's Sporting Good's.
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Old 08-05-2014, 06:10 AM
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Bought 6 Browning Strike Force cameras. Boy it added up with SIM cards and lithium batteries. Can't wait to get them out there. I will let you all know how they work and post some pictures.
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Old 08-13-2014, 05:07 AM
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I feel the bushnell 636c is the best cam out there. $ 109.99
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Old 08-14-2014, 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Sweetroels
I am going to answer my own question. I found Covert Scouting Cameras MPE5 6MP for $80 which would be in my budget and the reviews don't seem to be bad. Does anyone else have a better recommendation for around the same cost? THx
Thats a great a camera! And for $80? Dont wait too long!
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