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Which target camera?

David247

David247

I have a new custom rifle and I want to shoot long distance. Maybe as much as a mile but deffinately out to a 1000 yards. I will more that likely be doing this often by myself so I want a good system. I know that some of them get pretty pricey but for the most part, the gun is not much good unless I can see where I'm hitting so price is not an issue. I definitely want one that can show the last shot and if there are any that can show groups, that would even be better.
I haven't had much time to research them and I like asking questions anyway so if you guys would share your experience with them, please do. Thanks
 
David247 said:
I have a new custom rifle and I want to shoot long distance. Maybe as much as a mile but deffinately out to a 1000 yards. I will more that likely be doing this often by myself so I want a good system. I know that some of them get pretty pricey but for the most part, the gun is not much good unless I can see where I'm hitting so price is not an issue. I definitely want one that can show the last shot and if there are any that can show groups, that would even be better.
I haven't had much time to research them and I like asking questions anyway so if you guys would share your experience with them, please do. Thanks
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Not to be abrupt, but this question comes up several times a year. As I don't believe there's been anything really new of late, searching 'target camera' will bring up everything that has been hashed, and rehashed.

I personally own the first version of the Bullseye system, with all it's plusses( great software), and minuses, (tough to spot bullet holes on black targets with the camera I have).

That being said, I am (hopefully) high on the list to purchase Adam's Shot Marker when it (again, hopefully) soon hits the marketplace.
 
ED3 said:
Not to be abrupt, but this question comes up several times a year. As I don't believe there's been anything really new of late, searching 'target camera' will bring up everything that has been hashed, and rehashed.

I personally own the first version of the Bullseye system, with all it's plusses( great software), and minuses, (tough to spot bullet holes on black targets with the camera I have).

That being said, I am (hopefully) high on the list to purchase Adam's Shot Marker when it (again, hopefully) soon hits the marketplace.
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In the time that I did spend researching, I have not run across the Adams shot maker so maybe it was a good thing I ask instead if just researching only.
 
David247 said:
If you are still looking at this, what did you like about the Adams?
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It doesn't rely on a camera for information.
While both/(any?) system runs a risk of shooting something that shouldn't get shot, with an optical lens, the closer to being square to, and level with the center of the target, the better the image.
So there is an inherent compromise to set up: an undistorted image(impossible to achieve as you'd be covering center X), or greater security of the camera by offsetting it - lower, and to the side, and a distorted to some degree image(which can be lived with).

While the Bullseye system is satisfactory for its purpose, in the long run I believe the Shotmaker will get used more often, as it's much easier setup.
I anticipate building some easy-to assemble/ break down target frames that will fit the carriers of my club's kd range.

This will make setup little more than hanging a target.
With the Bulls eye, I need to climb up onto the berm to set up, and align the camera; again no biggy, but an extra step.
Plus, I believe I believe the Shotmaker can function as a chrony at the target.

There are other electronic targets on the market, some, which I'm not real familiar with, are competitively priced. Some are 3x the price and far more complex to use, i believe.
Perhaps others who are better versed on these will will chime in.
 
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Thanks ED3, This is exactly why I posted a question as opposed to just doing a search. Being able to ask questions and get oppinions on those questions is many times much quicker to get to a desired point. Just for the record, I am reading older threads too.

I do hope others chime in. I really want to know how accurate and user friendly these things are. It's a pretty good chunk of change to put down for some of them and if they are not going to be accurate, repeatable, or are going to be a pain to use, I'd like to know. I don't like relying on reveiws on the manufacturers site. I want to hear from people who have used these things for a while and how they like them after using them many times.

Thanks again
 
Target Vision:
First time we used it near dusk on the east side of a tree line where we have a 200yd berm. It didn't have any trouble showing .22 cal holes. We were quite happy with the result.

Next time we took it out to 700yd (max distance at the farm) and we couldn't see even the .30 cal holes.

Couple of things cured that:
Target has to be rigid....we had a 1000yd NRA target on a lightly constructed stand and with the breeze and the target camera comparing pictures to determine shot location just didn't work with a floppy target.

At first We used 1/2 foam board. This would let the bullet impact draw the paper inward instead of a clean cut in the paper. Kind of an indistinguishable black hole the target wouldn't pic up.

Better result with just cardboard backing.

Regarding set up: You use your phone/ipad at the target to set the camera up. Then go back to the firing point and use the receiver for the camera signal.

Shameless plug: I have my target vision for sale here as it's just not getting the use here at the farm like I thought it would.
 
farmergreg said:
Target Vision:
First time we used it near dusk on the east side of a tree line where we have a 200yd berm. It didn't have any trouble showing .22 cal holes. We were quite happy with the result.

Next time we took it out to 700yd (max distance at the farm) and we couldn't see even the .30 cal holes.

Couple of things cured that:
Target has to be rigid....we had a 1000yd NRA target on a lightly constructed stand and with the breeze and the target camera comparing pictures to determine shot location just didn't work with a floppy target.

At first We used 1/2 foam board. This would let the bullet impact draw the paper inward instead of a clean cut in the paper. Kind of an indistinguishable black hole the target wouldn't pic up.

Better result with just cardboard backing.

Regarding set up: You use your phone/ipad at the target to set the camera up. Then go back to the firing point and use the receiver for the camera signal.

Shameless plug: I have my target vision for sale here as it's just not getting the use here at the farm like I thought it would.
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PM me, may be interested.
 
Hi David247, if you are considering a low cost e-target as a possibility, my company Silver Mountain Targets will shortly be launching an under-$1000 e-target that you might be interested in; there's a bit of a writeup on my web site https://www.silvermountaintargets.com/solo.html

I expect you might be happy with what it could do for you. It's a very compact and lightweight system and is meant for outdoor 1000 yard shooting. You attach its sensors to your target frame, then go back and shoot. An e-target can be a bit more expensive than a mid-range target camera system, but one advantage an e-target has is that no matter how badly shot-up or shot-out your target is, the e-target will still accurately and reliably detect where your bullet went. Also, if you are doing load development or testing, the e-target system will save your groups for later viewing and analysis.
 
daniel.chisholm said:
Hi David247, if you are considering a low cost e-target as a possibility, my company Silver Mountain Targets will shortly be launching an under-$1000 e-target that you might be interested in; there's a bit of a writeup on my web site https://www.silvermountaintargets.com/solo.html

I expect you might be happy with what it could do for you. It's a very compact and lightweight system and is meant for outdoor 1000 yard shooting. You attach its sensors to your target frame, then go back and shoot. An e-target can be a bit more expensive than a mid-range target camera system, but one advantage an e-target has is that no matter how badly shot-up or shot-out your target is, the e-target will still accurately and reliably detect where your bullet went. Also, if you are doing load development or testing, the e-target system will save your groups for later viewing and analysis.
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Can I get more info on your E-target
 
I have the bullseye long range camera system . i know its not the caldwell one but i love it .
I did buy mine early on and ended up sending it in to have it replaced with the newer hd system
It is a costly system but has a lot of great features . I would recommend it. The fact that i can find a single
shot or a new group on a target that has multiple hits on it already is priceless and i save a lot on targets.
 
daniel.chisholm said:
Hi muleman69, I think you are in the US so my dealer SMT-USA can tell you everything you need to know; either contact Dave by email Dave@silvermountaintargetsusa.com or have a look at their website http://silvermountaintargetsusa.com/
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I have been using the new Solo from SMT's for the last 2 months. Great system, absolutely no problems. The only distance I have used it is 1,000 yards, but friends have used SOLO's at closer ranges and have had no problems there. I love all the data you can get from the system; group size, group height and width, Vel & SD at the target, score, time shot, temp at target, coordinate location of each shot, etc. Love it!
 
hawkeyeshoooer said:
I have the bullseye long range camera system . i know its not the caldwell one but i love it .
I did buy mine early on and ended up sending it in to have it replaced with the newer hd system
It is a costly system but has a lot of great features . I would recommend it. The fact that i can find a single
shot or a new group on a target that has multiple hits on it already is priceless and i save a lot on targets.
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I too have the original BullsEye LR system. I recently purchased the ShotMarker, and will keep the Bullseye system; if for no other reason than to record subsonic bullet impacts.
 
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