The Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 CR Sundeck 2004 vs Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2012 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 CR Sundeck 2004 at 18,0 ft versus Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2012 at 16,3 ft. At 142 lbs and 52 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2012 tops out at 40 hp. Engine specs for the Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 CR Sundeck 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 CR Sundeck 2004 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2012 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 CR Sundeck 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 CR Sundeck 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.