Flip Video Camcorder: 60-Minutes (Black)
by Flip Video
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Flip Video Camcorder: 60-Minutes (Black)
Customer Review: Would be a bargain at 3x the price!
Summary: 5 Stars
Remarkable unit. Was reluctant to buy it because of its fixed focus lens, but video is surprisingly sharp at any distance--and the 2x digital zoom splendidly "enlarges" without disappointing image breakdown! Shot and viewed often for over a week on the same two AA cells. Video played back on a good TV system yields all but compact-CD sound. Panned from a moving car, through the windshield, and still got sharp video without blurring/shadowing. If you can see something, even in really low light, you can record it. SO easy to use. Bottom line: Yields better results than an $800 videocam I bought several years ago...and this one REALLY does fit in a shirt pocket. Don't hesitate. Buy one. You'll love it! MORE (11/18/08): There's a new version which a friend purchased who complained that with its built-in rechargeable battery, if you're out at some event and the battery goes dead, you're done! Much better to have the unit described above which uses double-A cells, which can be replaced in 15 seconds. I never go anywhere without double-A's in my back pocket.
Customer Review: FLIP gets the DTG BEST AWARD
Summary: 5 Stars
We had a great time with the little Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder -- and for a low-cost, MPEG powerhouse, this is the one to get! For action use like surfing or skateboarding, its ease of use and quality capture is unequalled! Mac users can view clips in QuickTime Player (Pro). Or import the clips into iDVD. Edit and burn DVDs with full iDVD functionality.
This camera beat two others in the hand-held, pocket sized video camera category. It worked immediately with computers without software or even reading any instructions. It works exactly as you would expect as opposed to many of those with cryptic, non-intelligent user interface and controls. NO, it is NOT a network broadcast camera, so don't expect NTSA quality. YES it does produce surprisingly good image and sound -- and it's PERFECT for YouTube and other video blogging purposes.
And, if you take a spill and land on it when you hit the pavement, it's cheap enough to toss in the trash and pick up another one!
When you buy -- buy TWO !
Customer Review: Easy Video
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased my Flip Video in the spring. The picture quality of the video is more than adequate - I trust it to capture and save the actions of our precious grandchildren. Since buying & using my own Flip, I have bought 5 to give as gifts. That surely backs up my rating of 5 stars.
The small size & weight of the camera makes it easy to slip into a purse or pocket - keeping it "on hand" for those unexpected special moments. My grandchildren love to make their own videos - something I wouldn't allow with a more expensive camera.
I have captured many snapshots from the videos I have taken. Too many digital photos have been snapped just before or just after the perfect smile or expression. A favorite is one of my son, his wife and their new baby, just minutes after our grandson was born.
The convenience of having built-in software is priceless.
The only con I have is not being able to edit out scenes from the middle of a video. I can only delete from the start or end of the clip.
Customer Review: Hardest part is getting it out of the plastic packaging
Summary: 5 Stars
I was intrigued by Flip after seeing a video posted onto Grouper. It is surprisingly easy to use. Like I said, the hardest part is getting it out of the packaging. 2 AA batteries are included, so all you have to do is press the red button to start recording. There aren't many complicated buttons--anyone can use it without reading the enclosed guide. I like the compact size -- about the size of an ipod-- and the USB connector arm easily attached to my Macbook laptop. Within minutes, I had downloaded the software onto my laptop and started to upload my video. The resulting video was pretty good -- be careful to hold the camcorder steady or you'll see a lot of shake. The footage was taken indoors but the results were bright and the volume was pretty loud. It looked great hooked up to the TV also. This is a great little camcorder to put in a purse or backpack. It's so lightweight and user friendly that anyone can use it. The price is so reasonable that it would make a great gift.Customer Review: Best money I ever spent
Summary: 5 Stars
This camera has been an incredible find! I didn't have a lot of money in my budget but we desperately wanted a camera for the vacations we were about to take. Keep in mind, it is only my wife and I going on the trips. The zoom feature, which is nice when you have kids so you can see their bright faces, isn't that powerful....so you have to be standing close to the action. But otherwise, it is an amazing picture and sound quality. So small it fits in the pocket and can be whipped out in a hurry and ready for action before the action is over! We took it to Costa Rica and I made a great video out of the 50 minutes worth of material we shot. Plus you can make pictures from the frames of video. Not too shabby. I sent one video to my parents using the software and the video didn't loose any quality being sent through email. I can't say enough about the camera. The best part is, it uses 2 double A batteries. I HATE CARRYING CHARGERS! Perfect camera in may opinion!