Stealth Cam G42NG/May 08, 2014
TRIAD Equipped:
- 10.0 Megapixel (4 resolution settings) 10mp / 8mp / 4mp / 2mp
- HD Video recording 5-180 seconds w/ audio
- Time Lapse Function w/ PIR Override
FEATURES:
- 42 “BLACK” IR Emitters / 100ft range
- Quick Set
- Burst Mode 1-9 images per triggering
- 0-59 sec / 1- 59 min recovery time out
- External LCD status display
- Time / Date / Moon Phase / Temperature
- SD Card slot up to 32GB
- Test Mode
- USB output
- Operates on 8 ‘AA’ batteries
- External power jack for 12V battery box
- Durable weather proof housing
- H: 5.5″ / W: 4.0″ / D: 2.5″
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Class | Optics |
| Category | Scouting Cameras |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| Manufacturer | Stealth Cam |
| Model | G42NG |
| Flash Type | IR Black Flash |
| Battery Type | 8 x AA |
| MSRP | 159.99 |
| Test Performed | Result |
|---|---|
| Flash Range | out to 60 feet. Some IR burn on nearby subjects. |
| Trigger Time without flash | 1.28s |
| Trigger Time with flash | 0.67 |
| Video Trigger Time | |
| Day Range | Good contrast. Realistic color balance. |
| Battery Life | 501 Photos and 51 Video clips over 10 weeks. |
| Filter Clunk | No |
| Invisible Flash | Yes |
| Motion Blur | Moderate with optional settings to reduce it. |
| Sensing Test | 37 ft at 81 degrees F |
These sample photos were taken with Reduce Blur=Standard
High Res Video Samples
2014 Stealth G42 1280×720 from Chasingame.com on Vimeo.
This is a small camera similar in size to the Moultrie M-880 cameras we are reviewing this year. The display is a two line LCD thus no photo viewer on this one. The G42 uses a hinged, camera in the back design which is convenient as the camera does not flop around when you open it.. It requires 8 AA batteries which are stored in a pop out tray.. It has slots for a wide large buckled strap and a python cable hole on the back of the camera as well as tripod mount on the bottom. It supports photo, video and time lapse modes. The clear LED flash array cover has some lines etched to provide break up of the dark blue/black leds.
The set up was easy, did not use the book and I had this camera taking photos on the range quickly. There are some new button switch settings and labels. These are OFF, 01, 02, 03, CUSTOM, and TEST. I used Custom to configure the typical camera settings. Apparently the 01, 02 and 03 are quick presets for ease of use. This camera supports Photo, video and Time Lapse + Motion. Like the Moultrie’s we are testing this year, the camera comes with a setting to control motion blur called “Reduce Blur” which makes more sense to me than Moultrie’s “Motion Freeze” terminology.
I managed to get some range sample pictures. The sunny photos have a realistic color profile with a minor degree of fuzziness.
I managed to capture the range photos, using both Reduce blur options. On all shots I could still see a fuzziness which I believe is an out of focus issue. I do not have a second camera to test with but I feel the lens is out of focus. I like the white balance on these images better than the G30 if only they were not out of focus. There is usable flash range beyond 60 feet. There is a degree of IR burn on the ground and nearby subjects. I performed some sensing tests at 81 degrees and the camera would not sense beyond 37 feet. I would expect better than that.
