Reconyx HyperFire 4K Covert IR (Cellular)
Reconyx HyperFire 4K Covert IR Review
- TCP Staff
Model # | Manual
Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:
90/100
Review
Pros
- Made in USA
- Easy Latch
- Great SD card slot
- Antennas are set
- Most durable camera
Cons
- External port cover is easy to lose
- Dual Antennas
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Photo resolution: 4K
Video resolution: 4K
Flash Type: No Glow
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Video Format:
We are placing cameras in the field and will post samples when we get them.
Picture & Video Resting Power (on): mW
Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption: Ws | Ws
Video Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption: Ws | Ws
Here are your best battery options:
Trailcampro Choice: XTAR Rechargeable Lithium Batteries
If the Reconyx HyperFire 4K Cellular were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last ___ months in the field 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
- Not affected by extreme weather (Hot or Cold)
- Charges with the included 8 bay Smart Charger
- Eco-friendly (fewer batteries headed to the landfill)
- Batteries pay for themselves after the 2nd charge
- No lithium smell
Longest Lasting Choice: Energizer Ultimate Lithium
If the Reconyx HyperFire 4K Cellular were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last ___ 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 ____ months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.
Ultimate Lithium batteries are the longest-lasting battery choice due to their incredible consistency and capacity. We've loved these batteries for a long time. However, in recent years they have become cost prohibitive and forced us to seek out a more affordable, eco-friendly option.
Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed: s. | s.
Video Trigger & Recovery Speed: s. | s.
Detection Range & Angle: ft @ ° detection angle (° f.o.v.)
Transmission Speed (Can Vary):
Dimensions: " x " x "
Battery Type: 12 AA
External Battery Jack: 12-volt
SD Card Size:
Country of Origin: USA
Case Design
Camera Setup
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Durability
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