Stealth Cam Fusion Max 2.0 Trail Camera Review
The Stealth Cam Fusion Max 2.0 is an exceptional camera for the money. This unit has an outstanding battery life to keep it out in the field for a long time. The unit also has a great detection circuit. - TCP Staff
Model # STC-FXWTX2 | Stealth Cam Fusion Max 2.0 Manual
Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:
88/100
Review
Pros
- No SD card required
Cons
- 16 AA batteries
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Photo resolution: 36 mpxl (interpolated)
(To learn more about Megapixels and interpolation click HERE)
Video resolution: 1080p @ 30 FPS
Flash Type: Red Glow
Video Format:
Picture & Video Resting Power (on): 0.35 mW
Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption: 12.68 Ws | 13.72 Ws
Video Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption: 35.5 Ws | 54.19 Ws
Here are your best battery options:
Trailcampro Choice: XTAR Rechargeable Lithium Batteries
If the Fusion Max 2.0 were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last 13.5 months in the field - per charge - on a set of XTAR Rechargeable Lithium AA batteries.
There are a number of benefits to these batteries:
- Up to 1,000 charges
- Consistent 1.5 volt operation
- Charges with the included USB cable charger
- Eco-friendly (less batteries in a landfill)
- Batteries pay for themselves after 2-3 charges
Longest Lasting Choice: Energizer Ultimate Lithium
If the Stealth Cam Fusion Max 2.0 were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last 20.3 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.
Video Mode
If this camera were to take 15 day and 15 night videos every 24 hours, it would last 6.3 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.
Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed: 0.26 s. | 18.5 s.
Video Trigger & Recovery Speed: 0.68 s. | 21.4 s.
Detection Range & Angle: 100 ft @ 37° detection angle (40.7° f.o.v.)
Transmission Speed (Can Vary): 17.21 s.
Dimensions: 3.5" x 4" x 5.5"
Battery Type: 16 AA
External Battery Jack: 12 Volt (5.5*2.1)
SD Card Size: 16 GB Internal Storage
Country of Origin: China
Case Design
The Stealth Cam Fusion Max has a great case design with it capable of blending in to many places. You can lock up the door latch with a python cable lock. The latch is easy to open and close. A 1/4 x 20 mount is located on the bottom of the unit. This is a larger case design to hold the 16 batteries. This is a solid case design by Stealth Cam.
Camera Setup
- Download Stealth Cam Command app and create an account (or sign in)
- Add device (hit + button). Access your QR code underneath the battery tray. Follow instructions to finish
- Tap on your camera within the app and select "Camera Setup" to access settings.
Test your camera connect at any time by pressing the Sync button. This will take a test photo and instantly attempt to upload it. If your camera is successful you will see the photo appear in the app. Otherwise, one of the following LED codes will display:
- Flashing green battery indicates checking camera hardware status
- Solid green battery and flashing network indicates checking camera for internet connection
- Solid green battery, Network and flashing account indicates checking camera for account
- 3 Solid LEDs indicate account found and camera is successfully registered
- All 3 LEDs will blink green to indicate photo upload in progress. LEDs will turn off to indicate camera is asleep and ready for deployment
- Solid red battery indicates low battery or no sd card
- Solid green battery and solid red network indicate no sim card, low signal, or no data plan
- Solid green battery, network and solid red account indicates no account found
Data Plans
| Monthly Plans |
$5 - 600 photos (includes HD) 100 Video Previews |
$8 - 1,200 photos (includes HD) 334 Video Previews |
$20 - Unlimited photos (includes HD) Unlimited Video Previews 10 HD Videos Per Month |
| Annual Plans |
$48 - 600 photos (includes HD) 100 Video Previews |
$72 - 1,200 photos (includes HD) 334 Video Previews |
$120 - Unlimited photos (includes HD)
Unlimited Video Previews 10 HD Videos Per Month |
| ADD-ON |
REVOLVER and DECEPTOR Cameras |
$5.00/60 mins |
Unused minutes expire after one month |
Durability
The vast majority of consumer-grade trail cameras are inexpensive, imported devices exposed to harsh conditions 24/7/365. Most manufacturers only offer a one-year warranty. We stock only the most durable units and provide an additional year of warranty at no extra charge. The Trailcampro exclusive 2-year warranty allows you to deal directly with Trailcampro avoiding long wait times on hold with the manufacturer and prolonged periods without a replacement camera. We turn around most warranties in just one business day!
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