Stealth Cam Deceptor Max 2.0 Trail Camera Review

The Stealth Cam Deceptor Max 2.0 for sale at Trailcampro is the top of the line cellular game camera from Stealth. With great photos and great detection, this is a simple and great camera for your trail camera addition.  - TCP Staff

Model # STC-DCPTRX2 | Stealth Cam Deceptor Max 2.0 Manual

Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:

 90/100

 Review

 Pros

• Automatic Network Coverage
• On Demand
• Live Stream
• Detailed weather data and filtering
• Tagging of Target animals
• Camera sharing
• Internal 16 GB memory
• Compatiable with Rechargeable Cartridge
• Time Lapse
• PIR sensitivity setting
• Operation Hours
• Continues taking photos while transmitting
• Great detection circuit

 Cons

• Control of video length
• 16 AA batteries

Be Wary Of Megapixel Ratings

Megapixel ratings for trail cameras seem to increase more & more every year. In reality, the native resolution of 99% of all trail cameras is 5 megapixels or less.  Manufacturers artificially inflate megapixel ratings for advertising purposes through a process called interpolation. Interpolated photos are enhanced by software to mimic the file size of a higher megapixel photo, but seldom offer additional clarity or resolution.  The result is an exponentially larger file size photo which takes longer to load and slows down the speed of your camera.  We always program our cameras to capture photos at the image sensor's native resolution. This allows our cameras to operate as efficiently as possible and store more photos to memory.  With shorter load times,  this also allows us to review photos at a much quicker pace. 

Picture Quality:  86/100

Photo resolution:  40 mpxl (interpolated)

Video resolution: 1440

Flash Type: No Glow

Video Format:

Battery Life:    90/100

Picture & Video Resting Power (on):  0.23 mW

Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption:  10.7 Ws  | 13.23 Ws

Video Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption:  36.71 Ws  |  61.11 Ws

Here are your best battery options:

Trailcampro Choice: XTAR Rechargeable Lithium Batteries

If the Deceptor Max 2.0 were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last 5.6 months in the field - per charge - on a set of XTAR Rechargeable Lithium AA batteries.

There are a number of benefits to these batteries:

• Up to 1,000 charges
• Consistent 1.5 volt operation
• Charges with the included USB cable charger
• Eco-friendly (less batteries in a landfill)
• Batteries pay for themselves after 2-3 charges

Longest Lasting Choice: Energizer Ultimate Lithium

If the Deceptor Max 2.0 were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last 8.4 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.

Video Mode

If this camera were to take 15 day and 15 night videos every 24 hours, it would last 5.8 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.

Detection Circuit:     98/100

Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed:  0.22 s.  |  1.1 s.

Video Trigger & Recovery Speed:   0.52 s.  |  13.1 s. 

Detection Range & Angle:  120 ft @ 59° detection angle (40.5° f.o.v.)

Transmission Speed (Can Vary): 16.5 s.

Quality of Design:     85/100

Dimensions: 3.5" x 3.75" x 5.75"

Battery Type:  16 AA

External Battery Jack: 12 V (5.5*2.1)

SD Card Size: Internal Memory (16 GB)

Country of Origin: China

Case Design

The Stealth Cam Deceptor Max 2.0 is a similar to other Stealth Cam models. This Max cameras are heavier with there being 16 batteries and is a lot larger. However, the latch operates smoothly and the battery compartment seems to hold the batteries really well. The antenna port is on the top of the camera as this can cause moisture in the entry port. There is a threaded insert on the bottom of the camera for a tripod mount and it has a bracket for a python lock.

 Camera Setup

Durability

The vast majority of consumer-grade trail cameras are inexpensive, imported devices exposed to harsh conditions 24/7/365.  Most manufacturers only offer a one-year warranty.  We stock only the most durable units and provide an additional year of warranty at no extra charge. The Trailcampro exclusive 2-year warranty allows you to deal directly with Trailcampro avoiding long wait times on hold with the manufacturer and prolonged periods without a replacement camera.  We turn around most warranties in just one business day!

 All test results are achieved through the use of proprietary equipment used exclusively by Trailcampro.  Any re-publication of this data without prior written consent is strictly prohibited by law. COPYRIGHT TRAILCAMPRO, L.L.C. 2025, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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