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You have no obligation to purchase the product once you know the price. You can simply remove the item from your cart.
PLEASE NOTE: this is the successor to the popular Scoutguard SG560K
Scoutguard SG2060-K | Much for little!
The Scoutguard SG2060-K is a cameratrap produced by Boly Media Inc.. This cameratrap is also sometimes referred to as the Bolyguard SG2060-K. The original SG560K cameramodel was already introduced in 2012, and since then the model has been renewed and improved every 1 to 2 years. Since 2020, this model has been renamed as the Scoutguard SG2060-K. In fact, this is almost the same model as the SG560K, but with slightly better specifications. That makes the Scoutguard SG2060-K still a very interesting cameratrap, for a very competitive price. During a cameratrap test - conducted by Jan Meijerink of the Twentse Birdgroup, in June 2014 (see test) - the SG560K came out as one of the best cameratraps in the test. This was quite surprising, because the test included well-known (and more expensive) brands, such as Bushnell and Reconyx, which under some circumstances performed as well or even less well!
Scoutguard SG2060-K | Main features
One of the most important features of the Scoutguard SG2060-K is the low-glow infrared flash. This ensures little disturbance to the animals and a reduced chance of theft or vandalism, since the flash of the cameratrap does not catch the human eye. The Scoutguard SG2060-K is one of the cheapest models with an invisible flash in our entire collection. But the invisible flash is not the only thing that stands out. This cameratrap has a 14MP CMOS image sensor, which is interpolated to a photo resolution of 36 megapixels. In itself, the 36MP photo resolution is not necessarily spectacular, but many of the other brands in this price range do not achieve a 36MP photo resolution in the first place. Also, a 5MP CMOS sensor is more commonly used, and this is what image quality is really about. Interpolation can just as well be done afterwards in a good photo editing program on the computer. Yet, the actual number of pixels captured when taking a picture is determined by the image sensor. In the more expensive models we see more and more 8MP (or even higher) sensors, but in this price range this is still quite exceptional!
Furthermore, the Scoutguard SG2060-K has a stunning detection range and flash range of up to 30 meters! There are not many cameratraps that reach that far. Finally, the Scoutguard SG2060-K has an internal 2.0 inch color viewer on which the captured photos and videos can be viewed directly, which makes the set-up of the cameratrap a lot easier.
Scoutguard SG2060-K| 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. Read here the full review of the Scoutguard SG2060-K by Silvavir ecology consultancy.
Scoutguard SG2060-K | Recommended accessoires
All camera traps come standard without accessories. However, to be able to immediately start using your cameratrap, you will need at least a set of batteries and an SD memory card. For this model we recommend using the Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries (non-rechargeable), or the Panasonic Eneloop or Eneloop PRO rechargeable batteries. The advantage of the lithium batteries over the rechargeable Eneloop batteries is that the former are more resistant to winter temperatures. 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 are all kinds of other accessories available for this cameratrap. For example, there are all kinds of special mounting materials, such as tree forks and brackets, but also accessories that ensure that the camera is placed more securely, such as a steel camera housing or a python cable lock. Above, you can add these accessories to your order as a bundle, but you can also view the complete list of accessories here.
Product number: this is the Scoutguard SG2060-K with product number SG2060-K.
| Camera color | Camouflage print |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 14.0 x 8.0 x 5.0 cm |
| Photo | Yes |
| Photo resolution | 14, 25, 36 MP |
| Video | Yes |
| Video resolution | 1080p HD |
| Video length | 5-180 sec. |
| Dynamic / Smart-IR Video | No |
| Hybrid Functionality | Yes |
| MMS / EMAIL functionality | No |
| Flash type | Invisible Infrared Flash |
| Flash Range | 30 meter |
| Motion sensor range | 30 meter |
| Field of view | 57 graden |
| Picture Trigger Time | 0.6 sec. |
| Video Trigger Time | 1.0 sec. |
| Trigger Recovery Time (picture) | ~ 10 sec. |
| Trigger Recovery Time (video) | ~ 15 sec. |
| Pictures per trigger (min-max) | 1-3 |
| Trigger interval | Configurable between 1 sec. and 60 min. |
| Colour footage during the day | Yes |
| Colour footage at night | No |
| Time Lapse | Yes |
| Time Lapse picture interval | 1 photo every 10/30/60 sec. or every 10/30/60 min. or every 4 or 8 hours |
| Built-in viewer | Yes |
| Display Size | 2 inch colour viewer and live screen |
| Details on each image | Date, time, temp, moon phase, configurable user label |
| Battery type | AA-batteries (NiMH rechargeable, Lithium, or Alkaline) |
| Number of batteries | 8 |
| External Power Plug | Yes |
| Memory | SDHC up to 128 GB |
| Included software | N/A |
| Password Protection | No |
| Python lock tunnel / brackets | No |
| Other specifications | No |
| Manual |