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Birdcam (5Meg)

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Remote bird and wildlife watching with a BirdCam.

Imagine being able to watch birds and wildlife in high resolution? You can now enjoy 5 megapixel resolution colour stills or video with audio. It automatically detects motion and records and stops on its own. The system has very good reviews and is very popular gift item.

Filming wildlife in remote locations, with no power, can be a real challenge. However, with a BirdCam, this is very easy. Just pop in the batteries, set the focus and film. You can then review your footage on your computer at a later date. This is the exciting part, seeing what you got on film. It is perfect for individuals, school and research projects.

Uses
  • Watching birds
  • Watching animals
  • Security and surveillance
  • More...


Benefits

  • Easy to use and install
  • Remote wildlife recording
  • Ideal gift for all the family
  • More...

Watching wildlife has never been easier
This is remote wildlife camera (that runs on batteries) and can easily be strapped to a tree or post, screwed onto a tripod and records all the action onto either on the internal memory or removable memory cards.

Everything is included
The kit is fully comprehensive and comes with everything you need including:

  • 5 megapixel, rugged, waterproof outdoor camera with flash
  • Measuring tape for focusing
  • Straps for connecting to tree, post and more
  • 32MB of internal memory
  • USB cable for connecting to a PC or MAC
  • FREE 4 x D batteries
  • Manual
5mb bird cam
The complete system

Birdcam on grass
Bird camera filming ground feeding birds

How does it work?
The bird cam is very easy to operate. All you do is take it out the box, add the batteries, turn it on. You can either place it on the ground, mount it in tree or post, place on the birdcam bracket (Optional extra) or mount on a standard tripod. Everytime an animal or bird fly's, walks or crawls past the front of the camera, the camera can be set to record stills, videos with sound to the internal or external memory. You can then review the exciting footage, by plugging the birdcam or memory card into your TV or computer.

The bird cam lens, motion sensor, timelapse, file size can be adjusted giving 100 control and enjoyment.

Enjoy and share your wildlife today
The birdcam system has proved to be very popular in the US. Handykam is an official retailer and now happy now to offer it to the UK and European markets at a wonderful price. In fact, why not get one and share your exciting footage with the growing number of of users around the world.

Perfect gift for anyone
It is a perfect kit for any wildlife enthusiast. There is nothing better than setting up the camera and then reviewing footage later. Try placing it next to a bird feeder, bird feeding station, nest box for stunning closeup footage. This is a perfect gift for young and old, schools and projects, grab one today.


A US video of the Birdcam camera system

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Birdcam features on front Birdcam features inside Birdcam next to birdtable Birdcam using optional arm mount

In summary
Here are all the details about the product in general.
Colour camera % meg resolution# Computer ready Timelapse camera TV ready Plug in and play
Colour camera 5 Meg resolution Computer ready Time laps TV ready Plug-in-and-play
Motion activated Audio 12 month warranty More features UK Cornwall company  
Motion activated Audio 12 month warranty More features - see below UK, Cornwall company  

More detailed information
Please click through the tabs below for more information. If there are any questions, please feel free to call us on 01736 756277.

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Years in development and refinement
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Wildlife Trusts, local authorities and RSPB reserves
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Used by Zoos and parks
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Perfect gift for
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Adults who have an interest in birds and wildlife
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School projects and national curriculum
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Science papers and research
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Used in reaseach institutions
 

Camera spec - Birdcam 5meg

Specifications for 5m birdcam
Here are few specifications for the camera for those wishing to know.

Camera features
  • 5 Megapixel colour camera
  • Portable - 9" x 3.5"
  • Auto, manual or time lapse
  • Less than one second trigger time
  • Record video (AVI) and stills (JPG)
  • LCD display status
  • 22 Degree wide angle PIR
  • Detect birds 8' away or 32' for humans
  • Water resistant
  • Memory built in 32MB
  • Shutter speed 1/8 -1/400
  • USB out, TV out, SD card option
  • 640x480 frame per second video recording
  • Supports 4 GB SD card
  • Laser aiming to help focus
  • Auto exposure and white balance
  • 4 x DD batteries
  • Socket for tripod
Camera specifications
  • Effective pixels: 5.0 Megapixels
  • Focus: 18inches to infinity
  • Lens aperature: F/2.8
  • Camera angle: 52 Degrees
  • Display: LCD
  • PIR sensor: Yes
  • PIR sensor angle: 22 Degrees
  • Water resistant: Yes
  • Selectable image resolution: 640x480,1328x998,2048x1536
  • Video resolution: 640x480
  • Storage: SD card upto 32GB
  • LOW battery indicator: Yes
  • Video Resolution: AVI 640x480 pixels @ 30 fps (15 seconds)
  • File format (Image/Video): JPEG/AVI
  • Date time imprint: Yes
  • Exposure and white balance: Auto
  • Power: 4 x DD batteries
  • Camera socket: Yes
Memory capacity*
Resolution Internal memory Optional SD card (2GB example)
Photo - Low 640x480 242 9999
Photo - Medium 1328x996 61 3789
Photo - High 2048x1536 24 1480
Video Clip (10sec) 640x480 7 430

*Estimates, capacity may be altered by settings.

 

 


 

FAQ - Birdcam 5meg

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions on this product - 5m bird camera

How easy is this to use?
It is very easy, all you do is open the case, change settings, strap to a tree and see what you can record.

Does the camera see in the dark?
No, but it will see neer to darkness

Can I have a larger memory card fitted?
Yes, the camera can take upto a 4Gb card. Just push the card into the camera.

How many batteries does it take?
It takes 4 x D batteries.

Can I set the resolutions?
Yes, the resolutions are easily set through the camera.

How do I view the footage?
Plug the camera into a TV using the AV cables, using the USB cable and connecting to a computer use an external memory card and plug into a reader.

Is the system waterproof?
Yes it is waterproof and designed to work outdoors.

Whats the difference between this and a trail camera?
The system works in a similar way to a trail camera. However, the bird cam is mainly used for day use.

Whats the difference between this and the 8mb camera?
This is less resolution, but can record more shots.

If there are any more questions, please feel free to contact us.

 

Recommendations

Don't just take our word for our products and service....

We try very hard to keep our customers happy by providing a better than average service.  Over the years we have had hundreds of encouraging comments from our customers. Please read below for a small selection from them. They are copies from the exact words from customers. 

If you are happy with our product or service (or otherwise), we would love to hear from you.

Customers happy with handykam products

Thank you very much. I received the kit today and was very impressed with it. I have now given it to my parents who are over the moon with it. Mr A W

Absolute cinch to put together and install. Thanks - great product, price and service. MR R B

Thank you very much for the bird box purchased last month. It was a great success and my son said it was simplicity itself to install, very clear directions.Blue Tits already investigating! Many Thanks, Mrs J H

Thanks for dealing with our order so promptly and efficiently.Mr C E

To all concerned - a huge thankyou for the fantastic service, received the bird box - Mrs S M

Very many thanks for the Handykam - I installed the box and camera over the weekend and must say that

I am very impressed with the both the product and results.Mr D S

Customers happy with handykam instructions

HI there, I received my bird boxes this morning, Have got the first one up and running.Great product @ a good price.

If only IKEA instructions were as good as yours. All I need now is for the birds to arrive. Mr I L

Dear sirs, I would just like to compliment you on your instructions. Rarely do I get instructions that are so helpful and easy to read as yours. Being a retired engineer, I know how hard it is to write instructions that are technical, yet user friendly. Compliments to the writer and the product itself. Mr B R

Just wanted to say that bird box and camera arrrived safe and sound:-) had a quick peek at instructions and they're easy too!! Miss J W

Customers happy with handykam service

Just wanted to say thanks for an excellent service. Very impressed with the product - you seem to have thought of everything and labelled it! Extremely well packed too. It was a wedding anniversary gift (5 years = wood) and hubby is very pleased. Mrs G N

Your order received and many thanks for your very efficient service, I wish other companies fostered such good customer relations as yours. Mr D G

We would to say thank you so much for your prompt attention to our problem. Things do go wrong from time to time but when they do it is wonderful to have the matter sorted without fuss or delay. Everything is find now. Many thanks Mr G C

Just a quick note to say a big thank you for you excellent service. Mrs T B

Customers happy with handykam speed

Hi, received the nest boxes yesterday. Excellent service and speedy delivery. Thank you and Merry Christmas. Kind regards Mr J B

Thanks so much for getting it to me so quick and just in time for Christmas! Mr S W

What wonderful service! I ordered on Tuesday evening and the order arrived at 9am this morning (Thursday)! Mrs D T



 


   
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