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Kalimar Photo Tracker

April 05, 2004

Features:

Camera: Kalimar 33mm camera. 28mm f:5.6 3 element lens. Manual rewind, auto flash with manual force flash, self timer with 10 second delay,
Camera Independent Use: Yes.
Power Source: Main sensor unit uses 2 each "9 volt" alkaline batteries. The camera operates on two each "AA" alkaline batteries. Batteries included.
Battery Life: Approximately 1 week on camera batteries. Main unit 9 volt batteries is longer.
Low Battery Indicator: No.
Detection Method: Passive infrared motion detector which is designed to detect heat in motion within a conical area. The ± 4 degree cone-shaped detection zone extends to 60 feet (maximum detection distances vary with ambient air temperature and animal siz
Camera Delay Options: 3 options. 1, 5 and 20 minute.
Operation Modes: 3 options. Test mode. Daytime and 24 hours.
Programming Modes of Operation: N/A
Camera Film: Uses standard 35mm film (from 100 to 800 ISO speed).
Film Date Stamp Options: Time or date stamp but not both.
Camera Focus Range: 5 feet to infinity.
Camera Flash Range: 5 to 18 feet with ISO 400.
Camera Aiming: Pushbutton laser.
External Picture Count Observation Window: No, you have to open case to see film pic indicator.
On/off Switch: Yes.
Event Counter: Yes, event counter LED. It records events even if it is out of film.
Waterproof: No, weather resistant.
Temp Range: Unknown at this time, if anybody has this info please contact us
Case: Plastic with tripod mount.
Mounting Setup: 2 mounting straps.
Size: 6 1/2" w X 10" h X 2 3/4" d.
Weight: 2 1/2 pounds.
Sound Insulation: Yes, foam around camera.
Camo: Net for camo. Case is green.
Lock or Antitheft Capability: Security cable with lock.
Warranty: 1 year warranty

Other Information

This game camera was introduced in the summer of 2002 and is one of the lower priced units in the game camera market. The short battery life of one week means you'll be spending more time in the woods changing batteries which is also expensive. Not being waterproof can lead to water damage or condensation that can ruin your pics. No flim check window means you have to open up the unit to see how many pics have been taken. Even counter is handy feature if all your film is shot, you still get info on trail activity. The extra stuff like the security cable and lock, bungee cords and camo net are helpful. Time/date stamp options of just time or date and not both will leave you guessing when animal was there.

User Comments

I have one of these Kalimar photo tracker units . I don't know much about how good one camera is from another but this thing takes great pictures! My gripe so far is the camera battries seems to only last about 7-10 days. Its a easy to set up unit and the cost is great so far... do need to think about the battery situation tho!! - YiYo.

Picked up 1 at Wal-Mart on monday. It has independent camera use. It is made for the unit. Very easy to operate. It has 1, 5 and 20 minute delay. Alaser to aim with. A test mode, 24 or day only mode. An event counter and has a 1 YR WARRANTY. It says in manual that the batteries should last about 9 days. It records events even if it is out of film. Camera is basically just like all point and clicks that I have used. Also has a camera test button. Instructions in cover. Cant see much diffent than twice as expensive models that I have looked at buying. - H. Peters. MS.

I have two of these cameras and I like them a lot.The unit takes great pics. There are two things that could keep someone from buying one though. Battery life in the camera is awful. I have tried them all except rechargables and 6 days is all I could get out of any of them. The other problem is the deer need to be right on top of the camera to get a great pic and the flash doesn't really reach out there either. I have never tried it in the winter yet bet the camera would be perfect for a scrape set up. - Matt S.

I set my camera out a week ago Friday. I went back up on the following Wednesday (5 days from the original setting). I got 13 pictures in that time period. I reset the counter and loaded the camera with fresh film. When I had the pictures developed the deer seemed too far away so I went back up last Friday (7 days from original setting) to move the camera closer to the deer run. The pictures were excellent quality considering the point and click camera. It had 6 events and 3 photos taken in the two days. That was pretty good. I moved the camera.

I went back up today and the unit registered 20 events and the camera still said 3 photos taken. I checked the camera and the batteries were dead. The batteries in the unit were still OK. So the camera batteries went dead in 6 or 7 days. I put new batteries in the camera and unit this morning. I'll plan on doing that every 7 days whether I think it needs it or not. That is a shame, cause other than that the unit is very nice. The bright side is I got a bunch of AAs (batteries, not the shells) on sale at Target store a couple of months ago. - Woody W.

I purchased this unit at Wal-Mart for $129. By far the lowest price I could find in my are for a camera. I was pleasently surprised at all the accessories that came along. I put the camera out on a well used trail. Three days later I went back and 8 pictures registered. I changed the film but left the batteries. Only 2 pictures turned out, one of me and another of a fawn. Then next time I went out there were only 6 pictures taken, the batteries were dead in the camera. I got one picture of me and another of a skunk behind a bush. I think. I moved it to another location. Here I left the camera out for a week, 3 consecutive times. After each week I returned to replace the film and the batteries. The batteries were never completely dead and each time the film was completely full. The most pictures that actually turned out from a roll was 8 (24 exp). I always walk in front to ensure it is working correctly. Most of the pictures were completely blank/black. Luckily you only have to pay for pictures that turn out. I have some really nice pictures of deer. It seems the camera's flash is not adequate. Only the pictures during good light hours turn out nice. Early in the morning and late in the evening the pictures are extremely dark. I am content with the results for the price I paid. It has paid off, I learned alot about the 4 locations I have used it in. - Tony B. Missouri.

Pricing Information

$129.99. at Wal-Mart.
Note: These prices are current as of 8/7/02. Please check for current price and availability.

Manufacturer Information

The Tiffen Company, LLC. 90 Oser Av. Hauppauge, NY 11788. Made in China.