Flip Ultra Series Camcorder, 60-Minutes (Black) OLD MODEL
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Flip Ultra Series Camcorder, 60-Minutes (Black) OLD MODEL
Customer Review: Excellent Camcorder, Young or Older
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent camera. It is so easy to use. The captured video does not capture ghost movements, if you move the camera quickly to record. I bought one for myself, and one for my 6 year old granddaughter. She was able to master the controls, and record 48 personal videos. The playback on the TV was excellent. The resolution was superb. I recommend the FLIP Ultra over the other models, because the AA batteries make it very optional, especially if you are traveling. I purchased the black model for myself, and the pink color for my granddaughter. The black model has a velvet glove texture, while the pink has a shiny plastic housing. I showed the camera to several friends, and they immediately went on line to buy several for family members. They were all turned on with the recorder's simplicity to use. The new HD FLIP onlyhas 2 hours self contained battery life. The Ultra is slightly larger, but the purchase of rechargeale batteries (MH2500)batteries is a plus(4 Hours or more). The built in software is awesome. You can go to your computer icon, and opn the FLIPvideo (Video100), and save your movies. The camcorder appears as a harddrive. You will not be disappointed. It is a great gift for 6 year olds and anyone over a 100 years. Push to record, push to stop, and play to view.Customer Review: My Review of the Flip Ultra
Summary: 5 Stars
My Review of the Flip Ultra.
I received the Flip Ultra a few days ago, I have to say its a great piece of technology. It is by no means a replacement for the professional user, but it is perfect for one looking to get their feet wet with basic video productions common for online outputs. Some basic thing I plan to do with the flip ultra is to make basic short films and upload them to online sites.
The packaging of the flip ultra was great, It reminded me of apples method of packaging. Its design is minimalistic and effective. There is an on button, a recording button, play button and delete button as well as 4 directional buttons. The recording quality is right where I need it. It runs on AA batteries which is great if you are inn a pinch on batteries, this is an improvement over the lithium ion batteries in the mino and minoHD. Editing is easy and recording time of 60 minutes is plenty to make short movies. This USB design is very good for laptops, not so much for desktops where the camera overhangs outside of the case. I have heard that the flip ultra conks out after about a year of use, I hope that this does not happen with mine. Until then I am very pleased with this device. 5 stars!
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Customer Review: Best camcorder value on the planet!
Summary: 5 Stars
This camcorder fits in your pocket and the palm of your hand, yet it is packed with incredible features. Record video anywhere, anytime in a very inconspicuous way. The image is broadcast quality SD and if you get the ULTRA you can easily capture an hours worth on content that you can then download to you PC just by plugging the handy USB pop-out into your computer or laptop. The built in software self installs on your computer and allows you to edit the length of your clips before downloading them to your PC and the camera even comes with a cable so that you can plug the camera into your TV and watch what your shot.
I was extremely impressed with the quality of the image. The image is crisp, the color extremely accurate and the camera self-focuses extremely fast as lighting changes. It is truely point and shoot.
A few years ago, I spent close to $5,000 for a camera. I hate to say it, but I can get comparable images from this tiny wonder. I think everyone should have one of these cameras. We took two of them to the Democratic National Convention and got some great footage. If you want to see what we do with it, check our blog at: http://www.michaelmadison.com
Customer Review: Very cool
Summary: 5 Stars
for the price you can't beat it. We purchased ours to record some staff presentations for training purposes. so we did longer recordings than what the orginal intention was for the flip and it still worked great.
In a closed room, sound and video quality was great. The flip only works with in 12 ft so it won't replace your regular camcorder, but I would definately want to keep out for recording the cute things my kid does, or for videoing things for insurance purposes. several staff purchased one after seeing ours in action.
The recording time is about 2 hours. and it's so stupid easy to download the video, anyone can do it (plug in the flip into any usb port, and the software automatically starts).
Only complaint is that it takes FOREVER for the videos to download. So i left it running overnight, and came back to perfectly converted to reduce size videos. As an idea, would be nice if it would take an external mic.
We recorded several hours before we needed to replace batteries (2 AA)so it's pretty good use/battery ratio. Almost surprisingly so.
Overall, it's a sound buy.
Customer Review: Wow
Summary: 5 Stars
Wow -- who would've guessed that you can get good quality video from a lightweight little camcorder like this one. It's like they took everything that we hate about camcorders and fixed it.
1. Software: The software is simple and get this -- it resides on the camera. No awkward software to load onto and clog up your computer.
2. Simple: The software is simple and functional -- no loads of extra buttons and switches that you can't remember or never learn how to use.
3. No chords to lose: Just the little flip-out USB connector.
4. Batteries: Uses two AA batteries -- If you run out of charge, pop in two new ones -- no weighting for the battery to re-charge. Use Energizer lithiums and they will last next-to-forever.
5. No tapes or removable media: Records the video on a flash-USB drive for direct downloading into your computer-- too cool.
6. Lightweight and compact: It's so small and light that you just keep it your computer bag all the time without a thought -- so you'll have it with you when you need it and you're not looking for reasons to leave it behind.