Choosing hunting video cameras and accessories

Thread type, clamp fit, and weight rating all have to agree before a camera mount holds steady through a hunt, a climb, or a shot.

The short answer

A camera mount is only as steady as its weakest connection

Thread type and mount fit

Thread type determines what the mount actually attaches to; a standard thread doesn’t guarantee fit to every stand, bow, or tripod.

Clamp fit and mounting surface

Clamp fit needs to protect the mounting surface — a branch, a rail, a stabilizer — without marring it or loosening over time.

Rating and camera setup limit

Weight rating prevents a sagging or drifting setup. A camera and any add-on lens or light have to stay under that limit together, not separately.

Mount reclamping

Recheck the mount any time you move positions. A mount that held steady in one spot can shift when reclamped somewhere else.

What the listings actually show

The current catalog includes 9 video cameras and accessories from 4 brands. Nearly every listing states mounting thread, clamp, and camera rating details.

Before you buy

Check the mount is still tight right before you start recording.