Overview

The Browning Dark Ops Pro DCL Nano offers 4K video recording in a rugged and discreet design. Featuring a unique dual lens system, the Pro DCL Nano has one lens optimised for daytime recording and one for night. Combined with Browning’s responsive and reliable detection circuit and six high-power no-glow LEDs for nighttime recording, this compact camera is capable of capturing high quality footage. 

The Pro DCL Nano is the first camera in Browning’s popular Dark Ops range capable of recording at 4K resolution, and we found that the enhanced 4K details are most noticeable when recording at closer distances of around 1-3m. In testing, we found that the benefit of 4K resolution was most noticeable in brighter ambient light

The 26MP photo quality is a decent resolution and with a 0.5s recovery speed this helps the camera capture as much activity as possible. However, the photo trigger speed of 0.24s is slower than some of Browning's other no-glow models.

The camera is well-suited for security purposes, as its infrared LEDs do not produce any visible light, and its small case size aids in discreet mounting.

There is a handy steel bracket on the back of the camera to allow it to be tilted forward for precise positioning. Additionally, the forward-facing colour screen enables easy setup and viewing, and Browning has increased the font size on this model -  as not everything is better nano! 

Overall, the Dark Ops Pro DCL Nano camera is an excellent choice for detailed image capture at closer ranges; however, for more consistent image quality over longer range, we recommend considering the Browning Spec Ops Elite HP5.

The warranty length in the UK through NatureSpy is 2 years.