I've had good success with my lowish-end Moultrie. It has an invisible flash, and takes 6 x C batteries. I wanted a camera that wouldn't cause me any concern about theft or fire loss. Left it out for 14 months one time and the card filled up but batteries still had charge left (800-ish black bear pics. Yes, in AZ). All my needs and expectations were exceeded. Also, a steel security box is needed where I scout, because bears will nose and nibble at the camera and knock it out of alignment. Every stinkin' time. So I tote one in the woods, along with a ratchet (limb saw, etc) and Pex screws for securement. Cost was less than $150 I think.

It's in the woods right now.


I do not entertain hypotheticals. The world itself is vexing enough. -- Col. Stonehill