Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder, 60-Minutes (Black)
by Pure Digital Technologies, Inc.
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Customer Review: Button is the barrier
Summary: 3 Stars
I purchased the Flip Video Cam in Oct 2008. I always do a good deal of research before buying something - both on Amazon and elsewhere on the web. And I am tech savvy.
The main problem with the camcorder is the button. Other reviewers have mentioned this - specifically that you need to press hard. The button is certainly the problem but it is not pressure that is lacking. I believe the contacts are inconsistent. So even if you push hard in the center, pushing straight down, the recording function does not necessary start or stop. Rather you need to wiggle the button until the contact is made. In the two weeks I used this camera, more than 50% of the time, I either missed the moment because I couldn't start recording when I wanted to or the recording went longer than necessary because I couldn't stop it.
A friend suggested something that led me to return this "not yet ready for primetime" item. If you have a decent digital camera, better to spend $25+ on a 4gig memory card which can capture up to an hour of video. The resolution would be better, the zoom would definitely be better and you could save money. This is what I chose to do.
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: unbelievable convinient & high quality camera!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
unbelievable, so light, so convinient, so easy to use, and so great video quality!!! I bought a $1000 Sony HD camcord in January but didn't have ANY chance to use it because it's so inconvinient!!!!
This is great I can actually take it to the mountains, to parties, and every one, I mean every one wanted to buy one when I showed them how easy to shoot a video using this camera!!!
Thanks Amazon!
Customer Review: Versatile Flip Camcorder Ultra
Summary: 5 Stars
I am pleased with the Amazon service and response that I received when I made my online purchase. I am pleased with the Flip because I began using it almost without reading the instructions (which I did!!!). I was amazed with the strength of the voice recorder on playback. I find it easy to use, and I'm still learning how to use it efficiently. I would like more specific instructions with the brochure and with more instructions on how to download the video and individual pictures I take more efficiently.
For your advertisement, include more information on what is in the total package when buying the accessories along with the camcorder, as opposed to buying the camcorder only.
Customer Review: Flip Video
Summary: 4 Stars
Great product can easily be put in pocket or purse. Easy to take along to film kids games and other interesting things you might come across during your day. Sixty minutes large for most any event. Easy to use usb input to a computer.