The Ltl Acorn Mini30 trail camera can capture 30MP images using a genuine 14MP image sensor, much higher resolution images than many of the wildlife and trail cameras on the market at the moment.
Of course, the Mini30 from Ltl Acorn is also capable of recording HD 1080P video footage coupled with crisp, clear audio. In fact you can set the camera to take a photo first and then record a video clip too if you wish to, or you can just have it set up to record video only or capture photos only - all done very simply using the built in menu system.
Another benefit the Ltl Acorn Mini30 has over its competitors is that it's weatherproof to IP68 rating standard, again this is higher than many wildlife trail cameras on the market today. Ultimately this should mean a longer lasting and more reliable trail camera across all seasons and in all weather conditions. Throw in it's tiny size and 128G micro SD card capacity (micro SD card required, not supplied) and you really do have a trail camera that's hard to beat!
The Mini30 trail camera does not have a built in screen but instead uses a detachable external screen. This means you can have many cameras and just one screen. So, you would take the external screen out with you when setting up or checking your trail camera, connect it to the camera and this will allow you to playback any recordings but also to access the menu system and change the set up etc. The external screen requires no extra power as it will draw this from the camera when connected.
Using an external screen makes positioning the camera very easy as you can see exactly what the camera is "looking" at whilst your setting it up. No need to take images, look at them and keep re-adjusting etc to get that perfect position.
Battery choice is vital for the performance and efficiency of your camera.
The Mini30 trail camera is powered by 4 AA batteries. Panasonic Eneloop Pro 2500mA rechargeable batteries are supplied free of charge with the camera to get you up and running but you will need a AA battery charger if you don't already have one. The Panasonic Eneloop Pro 2500mA batteries are the best quality and offer the longest running time of any affordable AA rechargeable battery we've tested with any trail camera.
Using rechargeable batteries obviously saves you a lot of money in the long term too as you don't need to keep buying new batteries every time they discharge. It's also better for the environment as you're re-using rather than constantly disposing of and buying new batteries.
Do not use 1.5v alkaline or lithium batteries with this trail camera - they will burn out the main board and this is not covered under warranty.
We get asked this question at lot with regards to trail cameras and it's always very difficult to answer as it depends upon many different variables such as:
These variables could mean your batteries might last anything from 4 days to 2 months!
You have the option of choosing between 2 different versions of night vision with the Mini30. You can opt for the common 940nm frequency infrared which uses "no glow" technology and so it ideal in security or covert surveillance situations. The 940nm frequency will mean black & white video footage & photos in low light and dark night time conditions.
PLEASE NOTE, THIS LISTING IS TO PURCHASE THE WHITE LIGHT VERSION.
The other option is the "white light" version. This version will offer colour video footage and photos day or night regardless of the light conditions. Remember, the "white light" infrared version is not covert as it uses a "flash" technique similar to that of a normal camera, so for a 10 second video you will effectively have 10 seconds of a torch beam shining out from the camera but you will get some fantastic colour night time videos & images!
PLEASE NOTE, THIS LISTING IS TO PURCHASE THE WHITE LIGHT VERSION.
Mini30 Size
The Mini30 is one of the highest performance but smallest trail cameras on the market today.
It measures just 13 x 8 x 5 (cm).
Micro SD Card Capacity
The list of reasons why the Mini30 trail camera beats the competition keeps on growing. It can take max 128G micro SD card allowing the capture of hours of video footage or thousands of images. A micro SD card is required, the camera cannot record without one.
The Mini30 trail camera uses a 130 degree wide angle lens.
The recordings from your Mini30 camera are stored on your micro SD card which pops into the slot under the hatch at the base of the camera. This means you have various options for viewing what you have recorded. You can take the external LCD screen with you for checking "in the field" or you can remove the micro SD card and playback on your laptop or desktop computer later if you wish.
Time & Date Stamped Video & Photos, Time Lapse, 2 Timers, Menu Language Options, Password Protection, Infrared Brightness Control, Video File Length Adjustable, 1-3 Photo Burst Option, Video Resolution Adjustable, Photo MP Resolution Adjustable, Reset to Default Option, Micro SD Card Format etc.
I could go on a long time here but to avoid boring you I'll just talk about the main two reasons that our customers buy trail cameras. The first one being the obvious one, to monitor and record wildlife. It can be incredibly good fun and very eye opening to see what animals and birds pass through your garden! Trail cameras (especially the Ltl Acorn range) are also used in more serious field and research projects to learn more about and help conserve our wildlife.
The second reason is for security surveillance. Trail cameras are now used all over the UK for monitoring anti social behaviour areas & popular fly tipping locations. Not to mention residential driveways and parking areas etc where it may be difficult or impractical to runs mains power cables.
A trail camera gives you a totally mobile surveillance unit which can be moved from location to location with ease.