Post by: bobcat on January 11, 2014, 11:59:25 AM
Rogers Sporting Goods has some good prices at the above link. I couldn't resist and ordered one of the refurbished Moultrie M-80's for $59.99. With shipping it was $70. I normally refrain from buying refurbished cameras but the M80 seems to be so well liked that I decided to take a chance. It is warranted for 90 days by Moultrie.
I almost went with the Moultrie D55IRXT as it has a pretty good reputation, and it is a new model for only $10 more than the refurbished M80.
They also have Cuddeback, Wildgame Innovations, Wildview, Primos, Bushnell, and others.
Post by: Bean Counter on January 11, 2014, 12:05:22 PM
Post by: bobcat on January 11, 2014, 04:19:57 PM
Is the M-80 the best deal?
Well, I have no personal experience with the m80 or the d55irxt, but I've read a lot of comments and reviews, and it seems to me that the m80 is a lot more popular than the d55. That's why I went with the m80, even though it is a refurbished model, although that part does make me nervous.
It does have the 90 day warranty so it should at least work when I get it. I will be sure to get it out right away and leave it out for those first 90 days, so if something is going to go wrong, hopefully it will while it's still under warranty.
Post by: blindluck on January 11, 2014, 04:36:09 PM
Post by: bobcat on January 11, 2014, 04:49:23 PM
Thanks, that's a great picture. If this refurbished unit does work like it's supposed to, it may end up being the best camera I own. At least my best IR camera. I love my d55 white flash for the color night pictures. But the m80 should be great for battery life, and it's supposed to have a fast trigger. Also I'm hoping it's good with video.
Post by: Bean Counter on January 11, 2014, 06:52:16 PM
Post by: bobcat on January 11, 2014, 07:13:01 PM
I'm cheap when it comes to trail cams. I've bought somewhere around a dozen in the last 3 years, and the most I spent on one was $60. I really think if you're in need of a few cameras, you ought to pick up some of these m80's for $59.99. It's not very often you get a camera with the decent reputation that this one has for this low of a price.
Post by: Jason on January 11, 2014, 07:20:42 PM
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on January 11, 2014, 07:26:03 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on January 11, 2014, 07:28:24 PM
You don't want to get junk either. To me battery life and trigger speed are a couple of the most important things to have in a trail cam. There are quite a few cameras that can be bought for $40 to $50, at least when they're on sale, but they may not even be worth having at that price. You've also got to take into account your time, and the money you spend on fuel driving to and from your hunting areas.
I'm cheap when it comes to trail cams. I've bought somewhere around a dozen in the last 3 years, and the most I spent on one was $60. I really think if you're in need of a few cameras, you ought to pick up some of these m80's for $59.99. It's not very often you get a camera with the decent reputation that this one has for this low of a price.
Yes indeed. These would be for trophy elk hunts assuming I draw a tag. Many of the units are heavily forested and trail cams seem to be the only way to scout. When the units are a 5 hour drive one way and I've got kids to take care of, I don't want to waste all that fuel and time on a trail cam that is crap but if possible id rather get 10 trail cams for +/-$500 than only say 5. Spending $150-200 on a trail cam just seems insane to me. Think I'll wait until draw results are posted. Thanks.
Post by: Birdguy on January 12, 2014, 12:05:54 PM
Post by: Smossy on January 12, 2014, 12:27:07 PM
You don't want to get junk either. To me battery life and trigger speed are a couple of the most important things to have in a trail cam. There are quite a few cameras that can be bought for $40 to $50, at least when they're on sale, but they may not even be worth having at that price. You've also got to take into account your time, and the money you spend on fuel driving to and from your hunting areas.I've read lots of reviews on this Truth Cam 46 Ultra, It's supposed to have one of the best battery lives on the market. Ive played with it a bit and it is magnificent. Multiple shots really close together.
I'm cheap when it comes to trail cams. I've bought somewhere around a dozen in the last 3 years, and the most I spent on one was $60. I really think if you're in need of a few cameras, you ought to pick up some of these m80's for $59.99. It's not very often you get a camera with the decent reputation that this one has for this low of a price.
Lightning fast trigger speed. No clunks.
Post by: bobcat on January 16, 2014, 09:36:12 PM
Post by: bobcat on January 24, 2014, 08:34:50 PM
Anyway, I did get pictures of a couple of possums and I'll post those here, along with one of me so you all can see a color picture.
Still real happy with the camera. I may order another one. I don't think there's a better camera out there for the price right now.
Post by: Windwalker on January 25, 2014, 02:16:43 AM
Good deal- Thanks for the heads up on the cameras. Ordered two
2 x Refurbished Moultrie Game Spy M80 5.0MP IR Mini Camera - Refurbished M80 [MOU-MCG-12670] = $119.98
First thing is to find out what has been getting into our chickens!
Post by: hunterrcc on January 25, 2014, 09:39:01 AM
Good deal- Thanks for the heads up on the cameras. Ordered two
2 x Refurbished Moultrie Game Spy M80 5.0MP IR Mini Camera - Refurbished M80 [MOU-MCG-12670] = $119.98
First thing is to find out what has been getting into our chickens!
Just an FYI I bought brand new M100xt from Walmart online for $129.00. They have the 2x2" lcd screen on the camera for viewing or adjusting. They are the newer models to the M80 and they take audio as well video, pictures and plot watcher modes. They take great pictures & video. I haven't looked recently for them but also saw some at Puyallup Dicks store onsale for $79.00 half price of normal.
Post by: bobcat on January 26, 2014, 01:10:46 PM
Post by: huntnnw on January 26, 2014, 10:15:39 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2014, 07:57:56 PM
I purchased a Refurbished Primo's Truth Cam 46 Ultra from natchez. Brand new batteries right out of the package. The cam lasted 3 days and now displays a 10% and wont take photos.
Hi Res Photos, 3 Photo Burst, 30 Sec Delay's. Not to mention, It didn't take any photos yet still died. :dunno:
Highhly dissapointed. Going to figure out If I can send this piece of #^%! back to them. Gonna pickup a Moultrie 80 since everyone stands by them it seems. :bash: :bash:
Post by: huntnnw on February 05, 2014, 10:19:22 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2014, 11:01:06 PM
I ordered those truth cams last year from natchezz and mine have been working great since may with thousands of pics and 2 sets of batterys in that time frameThink it could be the cold, or a defective set of batteries, Ive read with those ultra's they're "supposed" to have some of the best battery life of trail camera's on the market, but Jeesh, I placed it out on saturday and pulled it today just to see if it was working and the camera reads 10%
Post by: bobcat on February 06, 2014, 07:30:13 AM
Smossy, was your camera taking pictures when it was at 10%? Did you verify that it was working when you first set it up? Did it at least take some pictures if you as you were walking away?
The cold will reduce battery life somewhat, but definitely not like that. You might try it one more time with fresh batteries. Also be sure to format the sd card.
Post by: Smossy on February 06, 2014, 08:08:22 AM
Huntnnw, do you have the old truth cam or the new "ultra?"Yeah it took 6 photos of me as i fiddled/locked/walked away fromm the camera and that was it. I tested it a week or so prior at home and it worked just fine. Took about 10 photos all in the dark. At that point the cameras battery life still read 99% so :dunno: it was an old 512mb sd card which was used for my hunting digital camera and I never formatted it.
Smossy, was your camera taking pictures when it was at 10%? Did you verify that it was working when you first set it up? Did it at least take some pictures if you as you were walking away?
The cold will reduce battery life somewhat, but definitely not like that. You might try it one more time with fresh batteries. Also be sure to format the sd card.
Its been way past my 15 day return period though so I may just be sitting on a paperweight now.
Post by: bobcat on February 06, 2014, 08:23:32 AM
Post by: PersyDonkers on February 08, 2014, 07:01:34 AM
Post by: Smossy on February 08, 2014, 10:56:22 AM
Huntnnw, do you have the old truth cam or the new "ultra?"Also to clarify, When it was at 10% sitting on the tree as I walked up, It flashed a photo "I seen the red leds light up" and there was no photos when I looked at it.
Smossy, was your camera taking pictures when it was at 10%? Did you verify that it was working when you first set it up? Did it at least take some pictures if you as you were walking away?
The cold will reduce battery life somewhat, but definitely not like that. You might try it one more time with fresh batteries. Also be sure to format the sd card.
I picked up a new 4gig 15mb/s sd card today and some fresh battery's. Well see what happens now I guess.
Post by: Jingles on February 08, 2014, 11:10:19 AM
Post by: Smossy on February 08, 2014, 01:17:04 PM
These deals all sound great and it reminds me of one MAJOR disadvantage of living where I do no such deals available here without driving over 2 hours which defeats the purpose considering the price of fuelWeb orders.
Post by: bobcat on February 08, 2014, 06:42:08 PM
:yeah:These deals all sound great and it reminds me of one MAJOR disadvantage of living where I do no such deals available here without driving over 2 hours which defeats the purpose considering the price of fuelWeb orders.
My refurbished M80 was bought online from Rogers Sporting Goods.
Post by: bobcat on February 08, 2014, 06:42:56 PM
Huntnnw, do you have the old truth cam or the new "ultra?"Also to clarify, When it was at 10% sitting on the tree as I walked up, It flashed a photo "I seen the red leds light up" and there was no photos when I looked at it.
Smossy, was your camera taking pictures when it was at 10%? Did you verify that it was working when you first set it up? Did it at least take some pictures if you as you were walking away?
The cold will reduce battery life somewhat, but definitely not like that. You might try it one more time with fresh batteries. Also be sure to format the sd card.
I picked up a new 4gig 15mb/s sd card today and some fresh battery's. Well see what happens now I guess.
At only 10% battery life, my guess is it had enough power to take a picture, but not enough to write it to the card.
Post by: bobcat on February 08, 2014, 06:44:35 PM
Looking to get my first trail cam? What would be a better purchase a Refurbished Moultrie Game Spy M80 5.0MP IR Mini Camera or the Moultrie D-55IRxt Game Spy Digital Camera, 5.0 MP. It seemslike the M80 is refurbished but people have positive reviews. but Rodgers sporting goods website has 2 other Moultrie cameras for just 10dollars more that dont seem to be refurbished, the regular price is like $130 dropped to 70bucks. Any thoughts
I don't know which one would be better. They both have pretty good reputations for being reliable cameras. I would recommend getting one of each. That's the only way to find out which one you like better.
Post by: hollymaster on February 08, 2014, 11:16:22 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 09, 2014, 04:14:47 PM
Looks like I have myself my first official 80$ paperweight.
Post by: bobcat on February 09, 2014, 04:53:06 PM
New SD card right out of the package, Formatted. New Batteries right out of the package. I got 2 days worth of battery life and Im back at 10% :bash: Really irritating.
Looks like I have myself my first official 80$ paperweight.
I would think Primos would provide at least a 90 day warranty on refurbished cameras. The reburbished Moultrie M80 I bought has a 90 day warranty. I know some of the Primos refurbished cams used to come with a 1 year warranty. Didn't you buy it from Natchez? If so I would contact them and ask about a warranty. They might let you send it back to them since it hasn't worked from the beginningl If not, Primos should cover it.
Post by: Smossy on February 09, 2014, 05:04:42 PM
It came with a little orange paper saying primmos offers a 90 day warrenty but since I bought it through natchez I didnt think that would be valid. But i guess natchez wouldnt of sent it if it wasnt valid now that i think about it. But I dont have any paperwork for the camera besides the order and shipping emails from them. Never had to return/send anything back through a website so kinda unsure on what I need to do or who I need to contact. I ordered it in mid december so Im still well within the 90 day warrenty.New SD card right out of the package, Formatted. New Batteries right out of the package. I got 2 days worth of battery life and Im back at 10% :bash: Really irritating.
Looks like I have myself my first official 80$ paperweight.
I would think Primos would provide at least a 90 day warranty on refurbished cameras. The reburbished Moultrie M80 I bought has a 90 day warranty. I know some of the Primos refurbished cams used to come with a 1 year warranty. Didn't you buy it from Natchez? If so I would contact them and ask about a warranty. They might let you send it back to them since it hasn't worked from the beginningl If not, Primos should cover it.
Post by: bobcat on February 09, 2014, 05:13:19 PM
Here's a link to it on the Natchez site: http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19 (http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19)
I'd just hate for you to go through the hassle of having your current camera replaced with a new one, just to have it not work either. (I've read many bad reviews on the Primos ultra cams)
Post by: Smossy on February 09, 2014, 05:23:57 PM
I would call Natchez. Here is what I would suggest- ask Natchez if you can get it replaced with the "old" Truth Cam 35. It's bigger than the new "ultra" Primos cams, but it's a reliable camera. And they have it brand new for $74.99. Isn't that only $5 more than you paid for the ultra 46? Also it will have a 1 year warranty. I've got one and I really like it. It's one of my favorite cameras, and I have about 8 or 9 different kinds.Ok thanks for the advice Ill see if I can get it resolved somehow, I just hate to talk to people. Lol
Here's a link to it on the Natchez site: http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19 (http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19)
I'd just hate for you to go through the hassle of having your current camera replaced with a new one, just to have it not work either. (I've read many bad reviews on the Primos ultra cams)
Post by: bobcat on February 09, 2014, 05:24:54 PM
I would call Natchez. Here is what I would suggest- ask Natchez if you can get it replaced with the "old" Truth Cam 35. It's bigger than the new "ultra" Primos cams, but it's a reliable camera. And they have it brand new for $74.99. Isn't that only $5 more than you paid for the ultra 46? Also it will have a 1 year warranty. I've got one and I really like it. It's one of my favorite cameras, and I have about 8 or 9 different kinds.Ok thanks for the advice Ill see if I can get it resolved somehow, I just hate to talk to people. Lol
Here's a link to it on the Natchez site: http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19 (http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19)
I'd just hate for you to go through the hassle of having your current camera replaced with a new one, just to have it not work either. (I've read many bad reviews on the Primos ultra cams)
You can't get "smossy's girl" to do the talking? :dunno: :chuckle:
Post by: Smossy on February 09, 2014, 05:27:08 PM
good call! HahaI would call Natchez. Here is what I would suggest- ask Natchez if you can get it replaced with the "old" Truth Cam 35. It's bigger than the new "ultra" Primos cams, but it's a reliable camera. And they have it brand new for $74.99. Isn't that only $5 more than you paid for the ultra 46? Also it will have a 1 year warranty. I've got one and I really like it. It's one of my favorite cameras, and I have about 8 or 9 different kinds.Ok thanks for the advice Ill see if I can get it resolved somehow, I just hate to talk to people. Lol
Here's a link to it on the Natchez site: http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19 (http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19)
I'd just hate for you to go through the hassle of having your current camera replaced with a new one, just to have it not work either. (I've read many bad reviews on the Primos ultra cams)
You can't get "smossy's girl" to do the talking? :dunno: :chuckle:
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on February 09, 2014, 08:39:24 PM
Post by: ghosthunter on February 09, 2014, 09:19:57 PM
I would call Natchez. Here is what I would suggest- ask Natchez if you can get it replaced with the "old" Truth Cam 35. It's bigger than the new "ultra" Primos cams, but it's a reliable camera. And they have it brand new for $74.99. Isn't that only $5 more than you paid for the ultra 46? Also it will have a 1 year warranty. I've got one and I really like it. It's one of my favorite cameras, and I have about 8 or 9 different kinds.Ok thanks for the advice Ill see if I can get it resolved somehow, I just hate to talk to people. Lol
Here's a link to it on the Natchez site: http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19 (http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19)
I'd just hate for you to go through the hassle of having your current camera replaced with a new one, just to have it not work either. (I've read many bad reviews on the Primos ultra cams)
That's what girl friends are for. :chuckle: :tup:
Post by: Band on February 10, 2014, 09:01:10 PM
And wives. Fun fact: women are required by law to get out a minimum of 10,000 words a day so passing on these kinds of secretarial duties to them is actually doing them a favor. :peep: :peep: :peep:I would call Natchez. Here is what I would suggest- ask Natchez if you can get it replaced with the "old" Truth Cam 35. It's bigger than the new "ultra" Primos cams, but it's a reliable camera. And they have it brand new for $74.99. Isn't that only $5 more than you paid for the ultra 46? Also it will have a 1 year warranty. I've got one and I really like it. It's one of my favorite cameras, and I have about 8 or 9 different kinds.Ok thanks for the advice Ill see if I can get it resolved somehow, I just hate to talk to people. Lol
Here's a link to it on the Natchez site: http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19 (http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=py63010&src=tpSlrByr19)
I'd just hate for you to go through the hassle of having your current camera replaced with a new one, just to have it not work either. (I've read many bad reviews on the Primos ultra cams)
That's what girl friends are for. :chuckle: :tup:
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on February 10, 2014, 09:06:15 PM
Post by: Becky on February 11, 2014, 11:40:38 AM
Post by: Barbarossa13 on February 11, 2014, 05:41:30 PM
I was about to pull the trigger on an M80 when I noticed it said it doesn't come with the cable or software. Do you need some special software to view the pictures on your computer? Thanks in advance!
Post by: bobcat on February 11, 2014, 06:07:16 PM
bobcat-
I was about to pull the trigger on an M80 when I noticed it said it doesn't come with the cable or software. Do you need some special software to view the pictures on your computer? Thanks in advance!
You don't need the software or the cable. The software is only for viewing pictures taken in plot watching mode, or whatever they call it. For your typical trail camera use there's no need for that special software.
Post by: Barbarossa13 on February 11, 2014, 06:13:34 PM
Post by: bullcanyon on February 11, 2014, 09:41:07 PM
Post by: cabin308 on February 13, 2014, 06:24:35 PM
Post by: blindluck on February 14, 2014, 11:48:33 AM
Post by: bobcat on February 14, 2014, 12:09:54 PM
I just bought two of the refurbished M-80 from rogers and one did not work when I pulled the battery tray out, you can see battery corrosion all over and the contacts inside are totally corroded as well I will be sending it back ASAP.
That sucks. Sorry to hear that. You'd think they would test them before they go out.
Post by: Band on February 16, 2014, 04:33:14 PM
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on February 16, 2014, 05:17:11 PM
I don't own any trail cams yet but when considering what I will ultimately buy Ill have to ask myself whether a model that is often sold as refurbished is a good investment. Why are there so many of certain models that require refurbishment? :dunno:
Because they are all "Made in China"? :chuckle: :dunno: My two Wildgame cameras seem to work good--except that the one that uses "C" size batteries has dismal battery life.
Post by: huntnnw on February 16, 2014, 11:29:41 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 17, 2014, 06:39:29 AM
Post by: blindluck on February 21, 2014, 10:42:45 AM
Post by: Smossy on March 06, 2014, 08:00:04 PM
The camera wound up being a dud and not holding a brand new set of batteries for longer then a day or two without dieing. :bash: Took 2 diff sets of brand new double A batteries to figure this out.
Contacted Bushnell, They had me send the camera back in for repairs.
Today on my doorstep, There was a brand new in the package Truth Cam Ultra 46 waiting for me :tup: Cant wait to get this thing out and try all over again to see how it works.
Great customer service.
Post by: bowhunterforever on March 06, 2014, 10:48:15 PM
*Update* So as all of you know I bought a refurbished Truth Cam Ultra 46 Back a few months back from natchez...That's awsome :tup: Gotta love good customer service
The camera wound up being a dud and not holding a brand new set of batteries for longer then a day or two without dieing. :bash: Took 2 diff sets of brand new double A batteries to figure this out.
Contacted Bushnell, They had me send the camera back in for repairs.
Today on my doorstep, There was a brand new in the package Truth Cam Ultra 46 waiting for me :tup: Cant wait to get this thing out and try all over again to see how it works.
Great customer service.