Browning Dark Ops FHDR40 — 40MP Stealth Trail Camera
When animals are educated and every advantage counts — the Dark Ops FHDR40 is the camera they'll never know is there.
Built around Browning's Gen 2 Night Optics System and invisible RADIANT 4 IR illumination, the Dark Ops FHDR40 captures 40MP HDR-enhanced images and 1080p Full HD video without a flicker, glow, or sound. Perfect for pressured deer, elusive pigs, or remote property security — this camera watches everything and reveals nothing.
At a Glance
- 40MP photos with HDR night imaging — Gen 2 Night Optics
- Invisible RADIANT 4 IR illumination, 25m flash range
- 0.135–0.7 second adjustable trigger speed
- 1080p Full HD video with sound (up to 2 min)
- IP66 weatherproof — built for NZ conditions
- Compact build — runs on just 6 × AA batteries
Why This Works for NZ Conditions
In NZ's high-pressure hunting areas — the Kaimanawas, Tararuas, any block that gets walked regularly — deer learn fast. A camera with a visible glow will change their patterns within days. The Dark Ops FHDR40's invisible IR flash means even the wariest animals have no idea they're being photographed. At 40MP with HDR night imaging, you're getting sharp, detailed images even in total darkness — good enough to read antler points and identify animals at range.
The compact 110 × 75 × 65mm case makes it easy to tuck into tight spots — behind a branch, strapped low on a narrow trunk, anywhere you need it hidden. For predator free and pest monitoring, the invisible flash means possums, stoats, and rats move naturally in front of it, giving you accurate activity data rather than spooked, partial passes. Barometric pressure stamped on every image is a bonus for hunters tracking weather-related movement patterns.
FAQ
How is this different from the Spec Ops Elite HP5 Ultra?
The Dark Ops is the stealth specialist — smaller, lighter, runs on 6 AA batteries instead of 8, and prioritises invisibility above all else. The HP5 Ultra has higher resolution (46MP vs 40MP) and 1440p video, but the Dark Ops is the pick if concealment and compactness are your priority.
Why is nighttime video capped at 20 seconds?
Running IR LEDs continuously drains batteries fast. The 20-second cap keeps your camera running for months rather than days — a worthwhile trade-off in the field.
Can I use it for pest control and predator free monitoring?
Yes — ideal for it. The invisible flash means animals behave naturally in front of the camera, giving you accurate activity data. Barometric pressure stamps on images are useful for understanding how weather affects pest movement on your block.
Ideal For
- Educated and pressured deer in high-traffic hunting areas
- Predator free and pest control monitoring
- Discreet property and farm security
- Remote wildlife observation
Key Features
- 40MP image capability
- Gen 2 Night Optics System
- HDR night images — enhanced detail and depth
- Invisible infrared LED nighttime illumination
- RADIANT 4 Night IR Illumination — flash range up to 25 metres
- 4 high-power infrared LEDs for night illumination
- Illuma-Smart Technology automatically adjusts IR flash
- Adjustable IR flash modes: Long Range, Fast Motion, Economy
- 0.135–0.7 second adjustable trigger speed
- 0.5 second recovery time
- Detection range up to 24 metres (user adjustable)
- 1080p Full HD video with sound (5 sec – 2 min daytime)
- Nighttime video limited to 20 seconds maximum (battery protection)
- Smart IR Video — records while movement is in front of camera
- Up to 8 multi-shot images
- Up to 8 rapid-fire images
- Programmable picture delay: 1 sec – 60 min
- Time-lapse plus camera mode with IR triggered images
- Selectable start/stop image timer
- Picture info bar: time, date, temperature, moon phase, camera ID, barometric pressure
- SD card management with overwrite option
- Supports up to 512GB SDXC memory card (not included)
- 6 × AA batteries — Alkaline, Rechargeable, or Lithium (not included)
- Battery meter for Alkaline, Rechargeable, and Lithium
- 12-volt external power jack
- ¼"-20 standard tripod socket
- Compact case: 110 × 75 × 65mm
- Weatherproof rating: IP66
- Two-year warranty
- Model: BTC-6FHDR40
Please note: Trail cameras cannot be shipped to Australia.
