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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Class-leading 1080p 60fps video with sound — the best video of any SD cam here
- RADIANT 5 IR throws light a full 130 ft for long night reach
- 2-inch color screen and intuitive menus for fast field setup
- Browning's excellent battery longevity on 8 AAs
- SD support up to 512GB for long unattended runs
Cons
- Low-glow flash shows a slight red glow at night — not fully covert
- SD-only, so no remote access
- Premium price for a non-cellular camera
At a Glance
sdConnectivity
NoneMonthly fee
low-glowNight flash
24 MPPhoto resolution
100 ftDetection range
Browning Recon Force Elite HP5 Trail Camera (24MP, RADIANT 5)
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Our Verdict
Buy it if you care most about video — 1080p/60 with sound and 130 ft illumination is unmatched in an SD cam. If you need full covertness, the no-glow Strike Force Pro X is the better match.
Browning Recon Force Elite HP5 Trail Camera (24MP, RADIANT 5)
$190
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| Full Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | sd |
| Monthly fee | None |
| Night flash | low-glow |
| Photo resolution | 24MP |
| Trigger speed | 0.4s |
| Detection range | 100ft |
| Flash range | 130ft |
| Power | 8x AA |
| Weather rating | Weatherproof |
| Storage | SD up to 512GB |
| Video | 1080p |
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Browning Recon Force Elite HP5 Trail Camera (24MP, RADIANT 5)
$190
Prices may change · Free shipping with Prime
