Tactacam Reveal Ultra Trail Camera Review

The Tactacam Reveal Ultra camera is an upgrade for the Tactacam 3.0 line with the ability to live stream, change from no glow to red glow, and utilize an active GPS- TCP Staff

Model # RV-TC-ULTRA3  | Tactacam Reveal Ultra Manual

Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:

 87/100

 Review

 Pros

• Live Stream
• Camo
• Change Red Glow or No Glow
• Select cameras that you want to receive notifications
• Can lock the door with python lock
• Viewing screen
• Active GPS
• On Demand Photo & Video
• Internal storage or SD card
• On/Off PIR switch in app
• Works on all major cellular networks
• Take photos on live stream

 Cons

• Menu navigation
• Power On/off switch
• Antenna is difficult to change if broken
• Transmission speed
• SD card slot is on the inside of the door
• 16-32 GB U3 card only
• Camera settings cannot be changed from the web portal
• Only way to get a video is pic + video
  
• No option to record a live stream
• In Instant mode, battery life is poor
• On Hybrid Mode, if something is continuously in front of the camera, battery life is poor

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Picture Quality:  89/100

Photo resolution:   4K (interpolated)

(To learn more about Megapixels and interpolation click HERE)

Video resolution:  1080

Flash Type: Red Glow or No Glow

Video Format:

Battery Life:    80/100

Picture & Video Resting Power (on):  2.22 mW (Hybrid) 29.83 mW (Instant)

Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption:  20.3 Ws  | 25.5 Ws

Video Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption:  25.5 Ws  |  84.0 Ws

Here are your best battery options:

Trailcampro Choice: XTAR Rechargeable Lithium Batteries

If the Reveal Ultra were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours in Hybrid mode, this camera would last 4.9 months in the field - per charge - on a set of XTAR Rechargeable Lithium AA batteries.

If the Reveal Ultra were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours in Instant mode, this camera would last 1.33 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
• 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 Reveal Ultra were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours in Hybrid mode, this camera would last 7.4 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.

If the Reveal Ultra were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours in Instant mode, this camera would last 2 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 in Hybrid Mode, it would last 3.3 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.

If this camera were to take 15 day and 15 night videos every 24 hours in Hybrid Mode, it would last 1.4 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.

Detection Circuit:     90/100

Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed:  0.26 s.  |  10.9 s.

Video Trigger & Recovery Speed:   0.86 s.  |  6.2 s. 

Detection Range & Angle:  100 ft @ 45.6° detection angle (58.5° f.o.v.)

Transmission Speed (Can Vary): 34.7 s.

Quality of Design:     89/100

Dimensions:  3.5" x 4" x 6"

Battery Type:  12 AA

External Battery Jack: 12 V (4*1.7)

SD Card Size: Class 10, U3, 32GB, Minimum 90MB/Sec

Country of Origin: Vietnam

Case Design

The case design is similar to other Tactacam units and feels well built and sturdy, but the addition of camouflage. There is an internal screen for programming, which is a little hard to get around with the buttons, but you can still program the camera from the app. The Sim card now comes pre installed. The SD card slot is a little difficult to get to. The rubber antenna holder can get in the way of opening the door if left on the bottom. The antenna is somewhat difficult to get out if needed, but can rotate in different directions. All in all, this is a well built case design and very durable.

The camera has two threaded inserts for tripod mounts, one in the back and one on the bottom. It also has a bracket for a python cable lock and will close the door.

 Camera Setup

Camera settings: Must be set to Instant in the Reveal app (this will drain your battery)

Live View Add-On: Required ($6/month or $72/year per camera)

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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