A person is mounting a ZEISS trail camera on a tree in a forested area.
ZEISS Trail Cameras

ZEISS Secacam 1

The Essential Observer.

Watch wildlife with the ZEISS Secacam 1, your indispensable tool for dependable nature observation. Trusted ZEISS image quality and complete accessory compatibility ensure genuine moments are captured, even when you're not there.

  • Integrated Memory
  • Test Image Button
  • Fast & Easy Set-up
  • Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with an extended antenna, lens, sensor, and display screen on the front.
    Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with an extended antenna, lens, sensor, and display screen on the front.
  • Camouflaged ZEISS trail camera with an external antenna, a front-facing lens, and ZEISS branding visible on the lower front panel.
    Camouflaged ZEISS trail camera with an external antenna, a front-facing lens, and ZEISS branding visible on the lower front panel.
  • Compact ZEISS trail camera device with a rugged camouflaged antenna and textured casing, shown from the back.
    Compact ZEISS trail camera device with a rugged camouflaged antenna and textured casing, shown from the back.
  • Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with external antenna attachment, shown in a front-facing view.
    Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with external antenna attachment, shown in a front-facing view.
  • Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with an open side display screen, control buttons, lens, sensor, and extended antenna.
    Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with an open side display screen, control buttons, lens, sensor, and extended antenna.
  • Trail camera with camouflage design featuring an antenna, lens, sensor, control panel with buttons, and a side screen, displayed against a white background.
  • Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with an open front cover and an extended antenna, designed for outdoor wildlife monitoring.
    Camouflage-patterned ZEISS trail camera with an open front cover and an extended antenna, designed for outdoor wildlife monitoring.
  • Camouflaged ZEISS trail camera with a large external antenna shown next to an open protective metal housing.
    Camouflaged ZEISS trail camera with a large external antenna shown next to an open protective metal housing.

The trail cameras from ZEISS deliver reliable insights into your observation area with detailed, high-contrast images. Thanks to the infrared flash with 60 black LEDs and a highly light-sensitive photo sensor, sharp and well-illuminated photos are captured even in complete darkness.

The ZEISS Secacam 1 is the perfect trail camera for beginners and an excellent addition to any current setup. It merges trusted ZEISS image quality with easy operation and complete accessory compatibility. The 16:9 image format offers ideal viewing on mobile devices, while the large 2.4-inch display and convenient TEST button enable swift and accurate field setup. Equipped with integrated LTE connectivity and internal memory, the ZEISS Secacam 1 is ready for immediate use.

With the ZEISS Secacam App, you can get even more out of your camera and your observations.

  • Exceptional Image Quality

    A highly light-sensitive photo sensor and 60 invisible 940 nm infrared LEDs deliver sharp, well-illuminated images even in complete darkness.

  • Full Accessory Compatibility

    Fully compatible with the ZEISS accessory ecosystem, including mounts, power packs, solar panels and protective housings for maximum flexibility.

  • Test Button for Easy Setup

    The integrated TEST button allows quick on-site alignment and instant function control for fast and precise installation.

A deer stands alert at the edge of a forest clearing at night, illuminated in black and white detail.

Proven ZEISS Image Quality

A highly light-sensitive photo sensor and 60 invisible 940 nm infrared LEDs deliver sharp, well-illuminated images even in complete darkness.

A man in outdoor gear sets up a ZEISS trail camera on a tree beside a forest pond.

Full Accessory Compatibility

Fully compatible with the ZEISS accessory ecosystem, including mounts, power packs, solar panels and protective housings for maximum flexibility.

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Extensive Network Coverage in Europe

The modern LTE module with integrated multi-roaming SIM card can dial into networks from a wide range of providers and automatically selects the best available network at the location. The cameras can transmit in 35 countries including Switzerland, Norway and the UK – at no extra charge.

Available Countries: Austria, Azores (PT), Belgium, Bulgaria, Canary Islands (ES), Channel Islands (UK), Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madeira (PT), Malta, Mayotte (FR), Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Réunion (FR), Romania, San Marino (IT), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Test Button for Easy Setup

The integrated TEST button allows quick on-site alignment and instant function control for fast and precise installation.

A ZEISS trail camera is strapped to a moss-covered tree trunk in a forest environment.

Built to Withstand the Elements

ZEISS trail cameras are designed for extreme weather, with a high-precision seal and rugged housing that protect against water, rain, hail, heat, and snow, ensuring reliable performance in all conditions.

A person is installing a trail camera with batteries onto a tree trunk in a forest setting using a strap.

Simple Maintenance

Low-power data processing ensures that the camera can remain in use for a long time. And when the batteries do run out, you can replace them quickly and easily thanks to the battery magazine.

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European Data Protection Standards

The heart of ZEISS Secacams is the software developed in Germany. Intuitive user interfaces, advanced features and seamless connectivity make your ZEISS trail camera a truly exceptional experience. All your data is stored in our own ZEISS cloud and is thus subject to strict EU data protection regulations, your personal information and camera data is thus optimally protected from unauthorized access or misuse.

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Reliable App-Connectivity

The ZEISS Secacam App not only lets you manage your trail camera, but also share it with your contacts. You can also check camera status data like the battery level at any time, check the location of the camera on a map, or view your best shots in the gallery.

A wild boar runs through a dark, misty forest at night with a person observing from behind a tree using a ZEISS optical device.

Fast Trigger Speed

The highly sensitive motion sensor precisely detects animal movements. The fast triggering time (< 0.35 ~ 0.45 seconds) of the ZEISS Secacam results in minimal motion blur for easier response. During triggering, the trail camera automatically adjusts the strength of the flash, which is invisible to animals and humans. This prevents incorrect exposures and minimizes energy consumption.

Service Plans

No Strings Attached — Monthly Cancelation Possible
  • A person reviewing wildlife photos captured by a ZEISS trail camera, showcasing the camera's advanced technology and seamless mobile connectivity in a natural outdoor setting.

    Remote Control of the Camera

    Available from the Basic Plan

    Remote control or configurability via app allows you to control your ZEISS Secacam from the comfort of your home and adjust settings such as image quality.

  • A nighttime wildlife image captured by a ZEISS trail camera, highlighting a deer in its natural forest habitat with exceptional clarity and detail.

    "Color the Night"

    Only Available with the Professional Package

    With the "Color the Night" feature, night shots are recolored in order to obtain detailed images even in the dark. To do this, the colors of a reference image from the day are analyzed and transferred to the night.

  • Receive Videos at Low Cost

    Available from the Premium Plan

    The videos are recorded at up to 30 fps (frames per second) and saved in mp4 format. We recommend 720p resolution. Although the 1080p resolution might result in a partially improved video quality, the video files will be larger and, accordingly, require much more space on the memory card. Sent videos are limited in resolution and recording length (480p | 10 seconds) and do not depend on the device settings in the menu.

  • A night vision image captured by ZEISS thermal imaging technology, revealing a wild boar and a badger in their natural forest habitat.

    Advanced Species-recognition

    Available from the Premium Plan

    Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based trail camera animal recognition is an advanced technology that allows you to automatically identify and classify animals in images. The images are then displayed sorted in the app gallery.

  • A nighttime image captured by ZEISS thermal imaging, showing a person stealing a trail camera to a tree in a forest.

    ZEISS Theft Replacement Service

    Only Available with the Professional Package

    The ZEISS theft replacement service offers you the certainty that you will continue to have an eye on your observation ground even after theft or vandalism. ZEISS offers you a one-time discount of 80% on the replacement purchase of a stolen or deliberately destroyed ZEISS Secacam.

  • Two ZEISS trail cameras mounted on trees in a lush forest, ready to capture high-quality wildlife images and videos in their natural habitat.

    Best Value with 4+ Cameras

    It's cheaper than you think to have several cellular trail cameras in operation. With ZEISS Secacam trail cameras you save 30% on the data plans of all your cameras from your fourth trail camera onwards.

Technical Data

ZEISS Secacam 1

Field of View

60°

Flash

60 x Black-LED (940 nm)

Flash Range

~ 25 m

Response Time

0,35 ~ 0,45 s

GPS Function

+

Display Size

2.40"

Storage Capability

32 GB Internal Storage

Power Supply

Removable Battery Compartment

+

Cellular Network

LTE | 4G

Connection to Other Devices

ZEISS Secacam App | USB-C

Detection Range

up to 25 m (depending on object size and temperature difference)

Sensor Resolution

3 MP (up 24 MP interpolated)

Resolution of Transmitted Photos

Operating Temperature

Length x Width x Height

Weight (Without Batteries)

A ZEISS solar panel mounted on an adjustable camouflaged base is shown against a white background.

ZEISS Trail Cameras Accessories

Practical and versatile accessories for your trail camera.

Trail camera accessories enhance functionality and security. A vari mount and tree band ensure secure placement in various environments, while battery packs or solar panels provide reliable power sources for extended use. Additionally, a metal housing offers protection against theft, ensuring the camera remains safe in the field.

Frequently Asked Questions

ZEISS Trail Cameras
  • The ZEISS Secacam 3 no longer uses an SD card for storage but offers a user-friendly way to transfer your images and videos via a USB-C port. If you want to manually copy your media to an external device, simply connect a USB-C stick (formatted in FAT32) to the USB-C port on the bottom of the ZEISS Secacam 3 and select the "USB Transfer" menu option. You have three different transfer methods available:

    1. Folder Selection: The ZEISS Secacam 3 will display the media folders available on the camera's internal memory. The camera automatically creates a new folder after 1,000 captured media items, which are sorted by the date of capture. Navigate using the arrow keys to the desired folders, mark them for download with the "PLAY" button, and start the download with the "OK" button. Wait for the download to complete and then remove the stick.
    2. Date Selection: Use the arrow keys to select a time period and confirm your choice with the "OK" button. All images and videos captured during this period will now be transferred to the USB-C stick. Wait for the download to complete and then remove the stick.
    3. All Folders: If you choose this download method, all data from the camera's internal memory will be transferred to the USB-C stick. Please note that this can be very time-consuming.

    WARNING!
    The more data you copy at once from the internal memory of the ZEISS Secacam 3 to an external device, the longer the copying process will take.

  • With the ZEISS Secacam 5 and ZEISS Secacam 7 4G-enabled trail cameras, you receive your recorded images and videos directly on your mobile phone via the ZEISS Secacam app. With conventional models, the storage media e.g. the SD card must be collected manually and evaluated on a PC, for example. Thanks to the modern LTE module with integrated multi-roaming SIM card, the camera can dial into the mobile networks of a wide range of providers and automatically selects the best network available at the location where it is installed. In this way, the images are transmitted directly to your end device via the mobile network without additional roaming charges. With the ZEISS Secacam app, you can view your images clearly in the gallery on your device, activate direct notifications, set profiles and much more.

  • Attractive and fair price structures are available for the ZEISS Secacams. You can choose between a prepaid service and various service plans that you can cancel monthly without any conditions. Prepaid credit plans are also available to top up an existing subscription. Several cameras can access purchased credits, as they are credited to each user account.

  • With ZEISS you save hugly when operating multiple trail cameras. Starting with the 4th ZEISS trail camera, you will receive a 30 % discount on the service plans for all your cameras.

  • Visit the Consumer Self-Service Portal and get all relevant information regarding your products.



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