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Wildgame Innovations r500xd Laser Rangefinder

Wildgame Innovations r500xd Laser Rangefinder

Review Status:

The r500xd Rangefinder was reviewed by a master Outdoorsman


Have you used Wildgame Innovation’s r500xd Rangefinder? How do you like it? Have you used the Angle Intelligence feature? Is it a useful feature? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.

(2/4/11) The review for the r500xd rangefinder was left for us by Kent L. from somewhere in this great nation. Thanks Kent for your review.

Outdoorsman Review:

I know there are much better products out there but for the sweet price you can pick one of these up for it can’t be beat. Prices range from $140 on sale to $175. I
have been using this product for about a month now and have no complaints. After 300-500 ranges the battery is not showing the low indicator yet. It has 5 modes and  yards or meters can be selected with angle intelligence on or off. It also has a progressive scan mode.

I have ranged 250 yards with AI turned on and 500 with out. Very easy to use, I wear glasses and do not have to take them off because of the focusable eye piece and 5x magnification.

It is mostly drab green with realtree camo on part of it. It is comfortable in the hand and comes with a lanyard a case and a cleaning cloth. I bow hunt and it fits the bill very nice. Are there better ones out there? I am sure there are but for the same affordable price; no way. I am very happy with mine in every aspect. Battery life was a concern from other reviews but I have had no problems with mine at all.

Manufacturer’s Specs for the r500xd:

  • The r500xd has Angle Intelligence technology that automatically compensates for terrain variations, incline, and decline
  • Most accurate distance measurement possible
  • Scan Mode for multiple target ranging
  • Non-slip rubber exterior
  • Includes lens cloth, carry case, lanyard and CR 2 battery
  • RealTree Max-4 Camo

Wildgame Innovations IR5 Digital Scouting Camera

Wildgame Innovations IR5 Digital Scouting Camera

Review Status:

The WI IR5 game camera was reviewed by a master Outdoorsman


If you’ve used Wildgame Innovation’s® IR5 game camera and you have something to say about it; leave a comment below…

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Outdoorsman Review:

(1/3/11) The review for WI’s IR5 was provided by Shaun S. from Pittsfield, MA. Thanks Shaun for the review.


THIS CAM HAS HELPED TREMENDOUSLY THIS YEAR. IT IS SO GREAT TO BE ABLE TO HAVE A CAMERA IN THE WOODS CAPTURING PICTURES OF THE UNKOWN WITHOUT ANY EFFORT FROM US HUNTERS. THE WILD GAME TRAIL CAM WAS AN INEXPENSIVE CAMERA THAT STILL HAD QUALITY OF THE HIGHER PRICED CAMERAS.

I NOTICED WITH THIS CAMERA I WAS GETTING SHOTS OUT TO 40 YARDS AND THAT WAS PRETTY IMPRESSIVE. THE CAMERA TAKES A NICE CRISP PICTURE AND IS PRETTY QUICK TO CAPTURE THE PHOTO. ITS BATTERY LIFE IS GREAT AND THE INFRARED IS AWESOME TO HAVE BECAUSE IT DOES NOT SPOOK ANYTHING. I WOULD GIVE THIS TRAIL CAM A 7 OUT OF 10. ITS GREAT FOR THE LOW INCOME HUNTER, YET STILL HAS FEATURES OF THE HIGHER PRICED TOP END CAMERAS.

PS AND IT HELPED ME BAG MY FIRST BOW BUCK A MONSTER 9 !!!

Manufacturer’s Specs for the IR5:

Wildgame Innovations ir5 camera features 64MB of on board memory, an infrared flash and a large programming screen. Can accomodate up to a 8GB SD card (Not included) to store images on. Uses 4 PCS. C-cell batteries (Not included). LCD displays time, date, photos, battery level, active period settings, and camera delay settings.

Features:

  • Resolution: 5MP
  • Infrared flash: 19 high intensity LED array
  • IR flash range: up to 40 feet
  • Sensor: Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) activates when motion and heat are detected.
  • Sensor range: up to 40 feet
  • Onboard memory: 64MB
  • Format: JPEG – Digital still pictures & AVI digital video clips
  • External memory: Can accommodate removable SD memory card up to 8GB
  • USB output: 5 pin mini-USB
  • Image output: 5 pin mini-USB & SD card
  • LCD Display: 2.1 inch x .7 inch LCD display
  • Programming: digital
  • Primary power: 4 C Cell batteries
  • Auxiliary power: External battery port
  • Duty cycle: Approximately 4 weeks on factory default settings
  • Onboard power: Built in NiMH included to retain date and time settings.
  • Housing: Weather resistant ABS plastic with rubber gasket
  • Mounting: Bungee cord and tree peg design

(5.0) based on 1 review

Wildgame Innovations X6c 6.0 Megapixel Trail Camera

Wildgame Innovations X6c 6.0 Megapixel Trail Camera

Review Status:

The Wildgame Innovations X6c camera has been reviewed by a master Outdoorsman


If you’ve used Wildgame Innovations X6c scouting camera then tell other hunters how you like this camera by leaving your comment below.

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Outdoorsman Review:

(1/3/11) The review for the X6c was provided by David M. from Ocean Springs, MS. Thanks David for this very detailed review.


After having much trouble with a competitor’s trail cams, I purchased 2 of the Wildgame Innovations X6c trail cams to give them a try. I must say, I personally am very happy with their performance.

The image quality is very good, both daytime color and nighttime IR. Daytime photos, color and clarity is very good. The nighttime IR photos are of course black and white but again, very clear. The field of view is also very good.

The motion sensor also seems to be adequate although I did have a couple deer where I only got the back half. To test it out I walked through the “trigger” area at different speeds and found that the camera operated great each time I walked through so all I can figure is that the deer was moving at a pretty good rate. I am very satisfied with the sensor.

Ease of setup and ease of use is VERY easy and understandable. This to me is one of the most important aspects. I would pay a little more for a camera that is a little easier to setup and operate.

The only negative I have found with this camera is that picture quality during that 10-15 minutes each morning and evening when it’s too dark to take a good quality color photo and too light to get a good quality IR pic….the camera seems as though that both functions may have operated during this short period for the pictures taken as the (color) pictures were very whitewashed and way overexposed to be practically undiscernable. As I said though, this happens only for about a 10-15 minute period after daylight but prior to sunup as pics before and after this period were very good.

As for oveall value, price vs. quality, I would say these cameras are very good.

Manufacturer’s Specs for the X6c:

  • Resolution: 6.0 Mega Pixels
  • Infrared Flash: Infrared night vision flash containing 18 high intensity LEDs
  • Infrared flash range: Up to 40 feet
  • Onboard memory: 64 MB
  • Format: JPEG – Digital still pictures & AVI- Digital video clips (30 seconds)
  • External memory: Can accommodate Removable SD card up to 8.0 GB
  • USB output: USB style (Cable included)
  • Image output: USB & SD card
  • LCD command console: 2 inch over sized display
  • LCD Displays: time, date, photos, location, battery life, image type, temperature, & photos remaining
  • Each image is marked with temperature, time, date, photo number, & location
  • Programming: Digital
  • Power supply: 8 AA cell alkaline batteries (not included)
  • On board power supply: NiMH battery to retain all settings
  • Duty cycle: Approximately 4 weeks on factory default settings (actual duty cycle may vary with actual program settings and environmental conditions.)
  • Housing: ABS plastic. Weather resistant with rubber gasket
  • Mounting: Adjustable bungee cords (includes 2)


Wildgame Innovations Halo r400 laser rangefinder

Wildgame Innovations Halo r400 laser rangefinder

Review Status:

This Wildgame Innovations Halo r400 laser rangefinder requires review




This review was provided by “Dan” from Virginia, MN. Dan left a very honest review about the Halo r400. Hopefully it helps when searching for a good rangefinder.

Have you used the Wildgame Innovations™ Halo r400 rangefinder? Tell others how well it performed in the field by leaving your comment below.

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Manufacturer’s Specs:

  • Power: 6x
  • Eye Lens: 15.5mm – anti-fog
  • Object Lens: 24mm
  • View Angle: 7 Degrees
  • Precision: +/- 1 Yard
  • Water Resistant: Yes
  • Scan Mode: Yes
  • Weight: 8 oz.
  • Size: 4.2″ x 3″ x 1.7″
  • Battery: CR2 (included)
  • Power Saver: 20 seconds without pressing a button
  • Warranty: 1 year

SCAN MODE allows you to actively range multiple targets without having to reactivate the laser for each target.

LCD SCREEN DISPLAYS: Reticle, low battery icon, active ranging icon, numerical display & unit of measure (yards or meters).

INCLUDES: Laser range finder unit, carrying case, lanyard, product information guide and lens cloth.

Outdoorsman Review:

I bought a HALO r400 last fall. It seems to be pretty accurate to a point but your not going to range a deer at 400 yds with it. Out to 100 maybe 150 yards it works great. I got it for archery so I figured it would work fine for my purposes. The only problem I had was the battery life. After much head scratching and $30.00 worth of batteries I believe I came up with the problem. If you attempt to range something that is too far away (or too close) and return the finder to its case without obtaining a yardage, the 20 second auto-off function will not work. It just continues to try to find a range and will kill the battery in a short time. If you have one try this. Hold the finder up to your ear. Push the range button with your hand over the front so it is impossible for it to get a reading. You’ll hear it start to hum. It will continue to hum(range)as long as you keep it from aquiring a range reading. As soon as you let it aquire a range the hum stops. I also removed the battery when storing it for long periods of time (several days or weeks)or it would kill the battery then also. I called WGI and the tech I spoke with acted as if he had never heard anything like I described… I don’t believe him for a second. There are many, MANY complaints about battery life on the r400 on several different internet sites. Hopefully WGI has corrected this on the 2010 models. But before you buy one give it the “blind finder” test I described above. If it keeps humming more than 20-30 seconds…it’s your call. Either deal with popping the battery in and out all the time, bring a pocket full of $10.00 batteries or look at another company.
To make a long story longer I gave the r400 away and bought a Nikon 550. A week ago I took out the Nikon and ranged a small doe at 324 yards on an open field across from my house. Problem solved.

(2.5) based on 1 review

Wildgame Innovations IR2 Game Camera

Wildgame Innovations IR2 Game Camera

Review Status:

This Wildgame Innovations IR2 scouting camera was reviewed by a master Outdoorsman


The review for the Wildgame Innovations IR2 trail camera was provided by Stephen G. from somewhere in the US. Thanks Stephen for your review.

Have you set some of these Wildgame IR2 scouting cameras to find the kill? How did it work for you? Help other hunters capture their game by leaving your comment below.

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Manufacturer’s Specs:

The IR2 is a 2MP infrared camera with 64MB of on board memory and takes up to a 2GB SD card (Not included) to store photos. Takes still photos. Uses 4PCS. C-cell batteirs (Not included)

  • Up to 30 feet Infrared Flash.
  • Up to 30 feet PIR Sensor.
  • LCD display showing time, date, temperature, # photos taken, & #photos remaining.

The IR2 comes equipped with:

  • External power port
  • Bungee cords
  • USBV cable
  • Driver
  • Instructional CD
  • Instructional booklet

Outdoorsman Review:

I have been using this camera for about 3 weeks. Daytime pics are better than expected and has a fairly fast trigger speed for a camera under $100.00 and very easy to set up.

The problem comes at night. The IR flash is almost useless beyond 15 feet. There’s a feeder set up 26 feet from the camera and all night and early morning pics are completely black. I would not recommend this camera to anyone based on the night time performance.

If you’ve got a different take than Stephen on this scouting camera then share your comments below.