Flip Ultra HD Camera Review

The popular Flip UltraHD isa robust camcorder that combines Flip Video’s famous shoot-and-share simplicity with the power of vivid, vibrant HD video.

The UltraHD could not be easier to use and continues the principle of keeping things very simple: just power on and press record, and you’ll be capturing high-quality HD video in seconds.

It is altogether chunkier than it's sister model, the Flip Mino HD, coming in at almost twice as thick as well as being a tad longer but produces good quality HD 720p video for your HDTV.

Buyers generally agree that the video quality capability is higher than that of the Mino HD as well as positives such as HDMI output, color vibrancy, replaceable batteries and longer record time but if your priority is sleekness and portability than the Flip Mino HD should be your choice.

The Ultra HD model is a hit with buyers who keep it dominating the Top Bestsellers in Amazon's camcorder category along with the white version of the same model.

PLUS POINTS:

- One-touch recording and compact size make it the ideal choice for shooting video on the go.

- Capture memories as they happen - no fiddling around with memory cards, chargers or tapes.

- With four buttons, it's incredibly simple to record, zoom, playback instantly or delete your videos.

Flip Video's internal flash memory holds up to 60 minutes of high-quality video and produces video that easily rivals some of the more expensive camcorders out there.

With 2GB of memory, a high-quality microphone and no-glare display, now anyone can make impressive videos. Organize, Edit, and Share Flip Video makes sharing footage incredibly simple. Its revolutionary software enables you to share videos instantly. Plug the USB arm into your computer, upload your videos and share them in minutes.

Direct links to AOL Video and YouTube make it effortless to publish videos online. Flip Video's software also enables you to email videos or greeting cards privately, create custom movies and capture still photos. Perfect for video blogging and social networking!

In the Box

# Flip Video Ultra Camcorder
# Soft carrying pouch
# Wrist strap
# Flip Video Ultra TV cable
# Two AA batteries
# Quickstart Guide

Customer Reviews

" I previously owned the Flip MinoHD so this review is based on a comparison between the Flip MinoHD and the new Flip UltraHD.

After reading about the Flip UltraHD's addition of an HDMI output, larger screen, and longer battery life I decided to sell my 4 month old Flip MinoHD and purchase the Flip UltraHD. Since the MinoHD is very sleek and diminutive in size, my first reaction to the UltraHD was that it was quite a bit larger and bulkier to hold, and has taken some time to get used to. However, unless you've used a MinoHD the larger size of the UlraHD will probably be less noticeable. I found the camera controls on the UltraHD to be slightly easier to operate vs. the touch sensitive buttons on the MinoHD. As far as video quality between the two, I compared two different videos and both are about the same, however, the colors appear to be slightly more vibrant with the UltraHD.

If you are trying to decide which one to purchase, if maximum portability is important to you than the MinoHD is the better choice. Otherwise, if you're looking compact camcorder with more features (HDMI output, replaceable batteries, longer record time) then you can't go wrong with the UltraHD.

My ultimate wish is for Pure Digital/Cisco to introduce a MinoHD with all of same functionality as the UltraHD. Until then, the UltraHD is the all-around better choice.."

"I got this as a gift so I can video on the go. I keep it in it's case in my purse all the time. The transfer software is easy to use and there is an iphone app I use so the videos are easy to access on my phone, and my husbands phone. I love the flip channel you create through the software so that when I save to my channel and delete from the device I can access the video from my phone or any internet access. This is easy to use, easy to store so that it is with you all the time. The only disadvantage is the zoom. The viewing on the the device is excellent, but when watching on computer or tv is doesnt look high-def. Over all I would still recommend as it is great to have with you all the time. "

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