Flip Camera

The Flip camera is a small hand-held video camera, using one-touch recording and digital zoom. It retails for under $200, and features a USB jack for wire-free uploads to a computer, and built-in software that facilitates uploading pictures and video to photo and video-sharing sites. They are available in 1 GB or 2 GB models, holding 60 or 120 minutes of video, respectively.

FlipShare 5.0 is the latest version of software and is available for download at no cost. This latest software update greatly expands the video sharing options including direct uploads to Facebook™ and online sharing through FlipShare.com which offers instant video sharing to mobile phones through the FlipShare Mobile app for iPhone™, Blackberry™ and Android™ devices.http://www.theflip.com/en-us/buzz/articles/us/buzz_flipshare_120209.aspx<ref/>

The Flip MinoHD is the latest Flip camera and it registers as the world’s smallest HD camcorder. While it may be small, it produces top quality HD video at 720p, 16:9 widescreen that can be enjoyed on any HDTV. The Flip MinoHD includes 4 GB of built-in memory which enables users to capture up to 1 hour of HD video. The MinoHD weighs only 3 ounces and is small enough to fit in your pocket giving you the ultimate portable experience.

1. Underwater Case
2. Soft Pouch
3. Action Mount
4. Tripod
5. Skins

The Flip camera has received positive reviews overall.

• The Wall Street Journal believes the small, user-friendly experience is positive, however the video quality could improve.
• CNET rates the Flip a 7.5 out of 10, stating it is best for amateur videographers.
• Gearlog states the Flip is "refreshingly easy to use" and enjoys the simplicity.
• CrunchGear criticizes the Flip for the VGA-quality video, asking if the ease of use is worth the low-quality video.

• The Flip Video Store: Ultra Camcorder
  • Price: $179.99
• Amazon.com: Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder, 60-Minutes (Black): Camera & Photo
  • Price: $153.39
• Google Product Search: Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder
  • Price Range: $129.95 - $179.99
• Buy.com: Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder 60-Minutes
  • Price: $153.39
• Costco: Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder 60 Minute
  • Price: $147.99