There are a lot of threads about reconyx on here if you do a search. I have used just about every brand trail camera over the years and reconyx is by far the best I have used..The question is do you want to pay $550 for a black flash camera or $450 for a regular infrared reconyx? Cost really is what it boils down too.
Also consider putting $600 cash on a tree just to have a mouth-breathing knuckle dragger take it all.
Get a security box with padlock for insurance.
Don't these trail cameras send text or e-mail pictures. That means if someone trys to steal it you'll have his picture