How to Choose a Moultrie Game Camera

Moultrie packs a lot of technology into its trail cameras, which makes them reliable and tough. Moultrie also makes a trail camera for every hunter’s needs.  Below is a breakdown of the key features found in the various Moultrie cameras that will help you decide which series and model is right for your hunting needs.

Pixel resolution is one of the first specs a buyer looks at when comparing game cameras. It’s true that a higher resolution is a good thing to have, but other factors play a role in image quality as well. The quality of the sensor is as important as megapixels. Moultrie selects the best possible grade of sensors for each performance and price category. Our camera resolution ranges from 12 to 21 megapixels depending on model and offers advanced nighttime sensors, too.

Just as pixels can determine image quality, they can also affect video resolution. A higher pixel count means that the video will be clearer when enlarged on your computer screen. All Moultrie cameras offer High Definition video — 1280x720p and 1920x1080p. Be sure to look at what each camera series offers if this is important to you.

One of the key measures of trail camera performance is trigger speed. Generally speaking, a faster trigger speed means there’s less chance of missing the animal. But field of view is also a factor, since a fast trigger speed could take a picture before the animal is fully in view. Moultrie designs its cameras to deliver fast trigger speeds with the correct field of view to provide the best images possible.

Detection range is the maximum distance that a camera can detect the motion of an animal. Illumination range is the maximum distance that the camera can effectively illuminate the animal. A game camera can have a long detection range, and it won’t matter if the flash can’t reach that distance. Moultrie always offers illumination capabilities that match or exceed the camera’s detection distance.

No-glow capabilities like Moultrie’s iNVISIBLE Infrared LED flash are the ultimate in nighttime illumination because it is virtually impossible for the flash to be seen by an animal. Moultrie’s Long-Range Infrared LED is a low-glow flash that’s also very good at capturing images without alerting game. Animals can only detect the flash if they are looking directly at the camera at the moment of illumination. Based on your knowledge of the animals where you hunt, you might prefer a non-visible flash over the low-glow flash. The trade-off for the iNVISIBLE flash is that you lose about 10 to 20 feet of flash range compared to low-glow.

Most hunters use their cameras to pattern deer. The more information available, the better they understand what the deer are doing. All Moultrie cameras provide time, date, and moon phase info on the infostrip. As you move up the series, you gain additional data, including temperature and barometric pressure. If you plan to use your camera with a Moultrie Mobile Cellular Modem then you’ll be able to filter through images using all of the infostrip data. These are things to keep in mind when thinking about your hunting needs and what each series offers.

Moultrie Mobile lets you view the very latest images captured on your camera from the comfort of your home, or the convenience of your smartphone. And that means no more trips to the game camera just to pull the SD cards and download images. Depending on the plan, using Moultrie Mobile with your trail camera can cost as little $9.99 per month, requires no contract, operate independently of your cell-phone provider and you can cancel anytime. Most Moultrie Series cameras from 2015 to current are Moultrie Mobile ready. (See full list at moultriemobile.com)

M-Series
The next step up in performance is the Management Series, or M-Series. With fast trigger speeds, bright and crisp nighttime photos, higher-resolution images and video, the M-Series is ideal for trails, rub and scrape lines or anywhere deer move. These cameras offer 16 to 20-megapixel image resolution (depending on model), Illumi-Night 2 Sensor for the brightest nighttime images possible and an amazing trigger speed of just .3 seconds. The M-Series also shoots video, complete with audio, in the highest resolution 1920x1080p. The M-Series also extends your flash range by 20 to 30 feet over the A-series. The M-Series is Moultrie Mobile compatible and comes with a 2-year warranty
M-Series Compatibility Chart M-40 M-40i M-50 M-50i Megapixels 16MP 16MP 20MP 20MP Illumination Long-Range Infrared iNVISIBLE Infrared Long-Range Infrared iNVISIBLE Infrared Flash Range 100FT 80FT 100FT 80FT Detection Range 80FT 80FT 80FT 80FT
P-Series
The P-Series is Moultrie’s Panoramic Series and features a unique extra-wide field of view, capturing up to 180-degrees of game activity. The P-Series is ideal for use along fields, food plots or other large open areas. The P-Series features 14 to 21-megapixel image resolution, 1920x1080p HD video with audio, iNVISIBLE infrared illumination and no moving parts for completely silent surveillance. It runs on AA batteries, has a flash range of 50 to 70 feet and features the Illumi-Night 2 Sensor. The P-Series is Moultrie Mobile compatible, too.

Moultrie packs a lot of technology into its trail cameras, which makes them reliable and tough. Moultrie also makes a trail camera for every hunter’s needs.  Below is a breakdown of the key features found in the various Moultrie cameras that will help you decide which series and model is right for your hunting needs.

Pixel resolution is one of the first specs a buyer looks at when comparing game cameras. It’s true that a higher resolution is a good thing to have, but other factors play a role in image quality as well. The quality of the sensor is as important as megapixels. Moultrie selects the best possible grade of sensors for each performance and price category. Our camera resolution ranges from 12 to 21 megapixels depending on model and offers advanced nighttime sensors, too.

Just as pixels can determine image quality, they can also affect video resolution. A higher pixel count means that the video will be clearer when enlarged on your computer screen. All Moultrie cameras offer High Definition video — 1280x720p and 1920x1080p. Be sure to look at what each camera series offers if this is important to you.

One of the key measures of trail camera performance is trigger speed. Generally speaking, a faster trigger speed means there’s less chance of missing the animal. But field of view is also a factor, since a fast trigger speed could take a picture before the animal is fully in view. Moultrie designs its cameras to deliver fast trigger speeds with the correct field of view to provide the best images possible.

Detection range is the maximum distance that a camera can detect the motion of an animal. Illumination range is the maximum distance that the camera can effectively illuminate the animal. A game camera can have a long detection range, and it won’t matter if the flash can’t reach that distance. Moultrie always offers illumination capabilities that match or exceed the camera’s detection distance.

No-glow capabilities like Moultrie’s iNVISIBLE Infrared LED flash are the ultimate in nighttime illumination because it is virtually impossible for the flash to be seen by an animal. Moultrie’s Long-Range Infrared LED is a low-glow flash that’s also very good at capturing images without alerting game. Animals can only detect the flash if they are looking directly at the camera at the moment of illumination. Based on your knowledge of the animals where you hunt, you might prefer a non-visible flash over the low-glow flash. The trade-off for the iNVISIBLE flash is that you lose about 10 to 20 feet of flash range compared to low-glow.

Most hunters use their cameras to pattern deer. The more information available, the better they understand what the deer are doing. All Moultrie cameras provide time, date, and moon phase info on the infostrip. As you move up the series, you gain additional data, including temperature and barometric pressure. If you plan to use your camera with a Moultrie Mobile Cellular Modem then you’ll be able to filter through images using all of the infostrip data. These are things to keep in mind when thinking about your hunting needs and what each series offers.

Moultrie Mobile lets you view the very latest images captured on your camera from the comfort of your home, or the convenience of your smartphone. And that means no more trips to the game camera just to pull the SD cards and download images. Depending on the plan, using Moultrie Mobile with your trail camera can cost as little $9.99 per month, requires no contract, operate independently of your cell-phone provider and you can cancel anytime. Most Moultrie Series cameras from 2015 to current are Moultrie Mobile ready. (See full list at moultriemobile.com)

A-Series

Our All-Purpose Series, or A-Series, are Moultrie’s most popular cameras. The A-Series is an ideal entry-level camera that is user-friendly, effective and reliable. The A-Series cameras are perfect for basic scouting needs and are economical when you need to purchase multiple cameras. The A-Series is offered in both long-range infrared flash and 940nm iNVISIBLE Infrared illumination technology. Each A-Series camera is equipped with fast trigger speeds, under 0.7 seconds, so you don’t miss a thing. A-Series cameras are offered with 12 to 14 megapixels, depending on model, and take video in 720p resolution. All A-Series run on 8 AA batteries, feature LCD screens, come with a 2-year warranty and are Moultrie Mobile compatible. A-Series Compatibility Chart   A-25 A-25i A-40 Pro A-40i Pro Megapixels 12MP 12MP 14MP 14MP Illumination Long-Range Infrared iNVISIBLE Infrared Long-Range Infrared iNVISIBLE Infrared Flash Range 60FT 50FT 70FT 60FT Detection Range 60FT 50FT 60FT 60FT       M-Series     The next step up in performance is the Management Series, or M-Series. With fast trigger speeds, bright and crisp nighttime photos, higher-resolution images and video, the M-Series is ideal for trails, rub and scrape lines or anywhere deer move. These cameras offer 16 to 20-megapixel image resolution (depending on model), Illumi-Night 2 Sensor for the brightest nighttime images possible and an amazing trigger speed of just .3 seconds. The M-Series also shoots video, complete with audio, in the highest resolution 1920x1080p. The M-Series also extends your flash range by 20 to 30 feet over the A-series. The M-Series is Moultrie Mobile compatible and comes with a 2-year warranty M-Series Compatibility Chart   M-40 M-40i M-50 M-50i Megapixels 16MP 16MP 20MP 20MP Illumination Long-Range Infrared iNVISIBLE Infrared Long-Range Infrared iNVISIBLE Infrared Flash Range 100FT 80FT 100FT 80FT Detection Range 80FT 80FT 80FT 80FT     P-Series M-Serie P-Series       The P-Series is Moultrie’s Panoramic Series and features a unique extra-wide field of view, capturing up to 180-degrees of game activity. The P-Series is ideal for use along fields, food plots or other large open areas. The P-Series features 14 to 21-megapixel image resolution, 1920x1080p HD video with audio, iNVISIBLE infrared illumination and no moving parts for completely silent surveillance. It runs on AA batteries, has a flash range of 50 to 70 feet and features the Illumi-Night 2 Sensor. The P-Series is Moultrie Mobile compatible, too.   P-Series Compatibility Chart   P-120i P-180i Megapixels 21MP 14MP Illumination iNVISIBLE Infrared iNVISIBLE Infrared Flash Range 70FT 70FT Detection Range 70FT 50FT   S-Series     Looking for the ultimate in trail cameras? The Signature-Series (S-Series) delivers professional-grade features and most-advanced technology. Intended for hunters that want every last ounce of performance from their game cameras. The S-Series offers 20-megapixel images, 1920x1080p video resolution with audio and .3 second trigger speed. It also features a full-color 2-inch display screen to view images and setup cameras for perfect alignment. The S-Series also features 48 iNVISIBLE LED lights to stretch the invisible illumination range out to 100 feet.  The S-Series is Moultrie Mobile Compatible.