Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 LICENSE PLATE CAMERA

Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 (License plate camera)

The Reconyx HL2X ("L" stands for "License plate") is a camera model from the HyperFire 2 series introduced in 2018 and the successor to the Reconyx HyperFire SM750. Due to the reflection of a license plate and the speed at which cars pass, it is often difficult to take clear photos or videos of a license plate with standard camera traps. The HL2X specializes in registering number plates. The camera model provides reliable and clear photos and videos of the license plate of a passing car. The fact that this camera trap ensures that the license plates remain legible makes it an extremely suitable model for security applications of, for example, entrance gates, remote areas or access roads to closed (private) areas. The Reconyx HL2X License plate camera is equipped with an 'SD card management function', with which older images are automatically overwritten when the memory card becomes full. You do not have to empty the SD card every time, but you can safely leave the camera somewhere for a long time and only retrieve the images when there is reason to do so. Additional specifications of the Reconyx HL2X are:

• Invisible IR flash
• 'HF Legacy' setting
• Detection range of 24 meter
• Flash range of 15 meter
• 1.4MP photo resolution
• 720p HD video resolution
• Dynamic video function
• Hybrid functionality (simultaneous photo- and videomode)
• Advanced time-lapse

Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 | Appearance

The housing of the camera models from the Hyperfire 2 series is pretty much identical. The dark green housing is very robust and able to withstand extreme weather conditions. As with all other Reconyx models, there is a locking clip on the right side, which gives access to the camera's control panel. This is also where you enter the SDHC memory card and AA batteries. When using Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries, the cameratrap can last a staggering 16 months!

Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 | Benefits

+ very fast triggertime for both photo (0.07s) and video (0.29s)

+ very long battery life 

+ complete invisible IR flash

+ robust housing

+ Advanced time-lapse

+ SD card management 

Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 | Alternatives

The Reconyx HyperFire 2 models are the absolute top class among trail cameras. The Reconyx HL2X is specifically intended for capturing license plates (or something similar). However, are you looking for a security camera that is not specifically intended for capturing license plates? Have a look at the Reconyx HS2X HyperFire 2 security camera.

Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 | Independent review by Silvavir Ecology Consultancy

Since the summer of 2019 we have partnered up with Silvavir ecology consultancy. They perform standardized and objective reviews of trailcameras. We started this partnership to provide more insight into the differences and similarities between the cameramodels that are available on today's market, and to offer people a helping hand in choosing the right cameratrap. There is no review for this model yet.

Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 | Recommended accessories

All camera traps are supplied without accessories. However, to get started with your cameratrap right away, you need at least a set of batteries and an SDHC memory card. For this model this is a standard SDHC memory card of at least Class 10, such as the Sandisk Ultra cards. Additionally, we recommend to use the Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries (not rechargeable), or the Panasonic Eneloop and Eneloop PRO rechargeable NiMH batteries. The advantage of the lithium batteries over the rechargeable Eneloop batteries is that the former are more resistant to winter temperatures. The disadvantage however, is that they are non-rechargeable. If you choose rechargeable batteries, think of the Japcell 8-bank charger, in case you don't have a good battery charger in your house!

In addition to batteries and a memory card, there is a variety of other accessories available for this cameramodel. There are all kinds of special mounting materials such as tree forks and supports, but also accessories that ensure that the camera is placed more securely, such as a steel security enclosure or a python cable lock. You can select these accessories directly above and place your order as a bundle, but you can also view the complete overview of accessories here.

Product number: this is the Reconyx HL2X HyperFire 2 (2018) cameratrap with product number HL2X