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The S-50i excels in many areas (picture/video quality, detection speed, setup) but has a flaw that is hard to overlook... You will end up spending a lot of money on batteries. - TCP Staff
Model # MCG-13183
Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:
80/100
Photo resolution: 20 mpxl (interpolated)
Video resolution: 1920 x 1080 w/ audio
Flash Type: Low glow IR
Picture quality is very strong. Day pictures have beautiful color, good clarity, realistic depth, and stops motion very well. These are among the better day pictures we have seen all year.
Night pictures have even flash distribution, perfect clarity, self-adjusting flash, and good flash range. Overall, Moultrie did an outstanding job with the picture quality on the S-50i MCG-13183 game camera.
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Video quality mimics picture quality. Very good overall.
Megapixel Ratings:
In the past, many people get confused with the megapixel rating trail camera manufacturers advertise. Companies inflate the mpxl rating to attract eyes to their products. They do this through interpolation, which digitally adds megapixels to a photo without actually improving the picture.
The best way to judge picture quality is to look at actual pictures. You will notice this the most when you zoom in on a full-size image that a camera has taken. The details of the photo will appear hazy or even digitized. This is normal, and to be expected.
Picture & Video Resting Power (on): 2.85 mW
Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption: 1.33 Ws | 9.94 Ws
Video Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption: 16.3 Ws | 200.58 Ws
This camera uses 12 AA batteries in series. The power consumption is very high, producing poor results in battery life.
Picture Mode
If this camera were to take 35-day and 35-night pictures every 24 hours, the 2017 S-50i would last 5.7 months in the field on a set of . This is very poor for a non-cellular trailcam that uses 12 AA batteries.
Video Mode
If this camera were to take 15-day and 15-night videos (10-second videos) every 24 hours, it would last 1.5 months in the field on a set of lithium batteries. This is an inefficient video camera.
Whether in picture or video mode, the S-50i burns through batteries too quickly and would be expensive to continuously replace 12 Lithium batteries.
Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed: 0.31 s. / 1.1 s.
Video Trigger & Recovery Speed: 1.77 s. / 2.6 s.
Detection Range & Angle: 80 ft. | 24.9° (34.1° F.O.V.)
Picture trigger and recovery times are both very fast. Video trigger is slow but recovery is well above average.
In our testing, the S-50i detected out to 80 ft. Overall, this is a solid detection zone.
Dimensions: 5" x 4.5" x 3"
Battery Type: 12 AA Batteries
External Battery Jack: 12-Volt
The Moultrie S50i is a wide camera and is larger than most modern cameras. The plastic molding is thick and feels sturdy. The latch is unorthodox and feels flimsy, but probably is more durable than it looks. It is easy to manipulate and we've had no problems with it.
The camera has a python bracket on the front and back of the camera, we like the ability to lock the sd card in the camera with a python bracket on the front. The threaded Slate River Angle Mount insert is located on the bottom of the camera. The battery tray removes easily and the batteries load and unload easily.
Setting the camera up is relatively easy and is helped by the nice internal view screen. Popular settings include:
The internal viewer allows for easy picture and video playback. It is especially handy as a live preview to make sure the camera is angled properly.
Through our 2-year warranty program on the trail cameras we sell, we are able to track warranty rates on all trailcam manufacturers. We do not publish this data but Moultrie game cameras were one of our most durable cameras the last two years. This is a new model, so we will continue to keep an eye on this going forward. If an issue arises, we will update this Moultrie S-50i Review immediately.
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Q: How do I view the pictures?
A: There are a number of ways to do this. Pictures/videos are stored on the SD card you place in the camera. The S-50i has an internal picture viewer for viewing pics/vids in the field.
Q: Will this trail camera trigger on small animals (birds, rodents, etc.)?
A: Trail cameras detect on a combination of heat and movement, so, yes, small mammals will trigger the camera. However, if you are going after smaller warm-blooded mammals, we recommend getting the camera closer to your target. For best performance, place the camera in an area that would enable picture detection from 3 - 20 ft.
Q: Can animals see the infrared flash on this camera?
A: This is somewhat controversial. Humans can't see the flash as the nanometer spectrum is above what the human eye can detect. It's also much harder for an animal to see, but that could depend on the species of animal as different species see in different light spectrums.
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Most manufacturer warranties are only one year. In our opinion, that isn't good enough. Our customers get a two year warranty, directly from us.
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If the trail camera you purchase from us goes defective within two years of your purchase, we will quickly replace it.
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Domestic Shipping Options Moultrie S50i Trail Camera Accessories
Here are a few of the accessories we like to use in the S50i.
Energizer Ultimate Lithiums | 12 Pack
$19.95
- There is no downside to using lithium batteries. Long battery life, extreme durability and better night pictures. You will be happy you did.
$19.95
- Use this with the security case, or just the camera itself. The S-50i has brackets on the back specifically for this lock.
Start at $9.95
- SD cards store your pictures and videos for easy removal. We give you a free SD card with the S-50i, but most people use a second card. If you have two cards, you can swap them out when you retrieve the pictures
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