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The Flip Ultra HD is a small and easy to use camcorder offered by Flip Video that is able to record 720p (1280x720) HD video. This is an upgrade from the Flip Ultra which only shoots in 640x480 VGA video. Shooting video and transfering to a computer or uploading to sites such as YouTube is made extremely simple thanks to its basic design, included software and trademark flip out USB connector. The camera itself weighs 6.1 ounces, is only 4.25" x 2.19" x 1.17" and there is a large 2 inch TFT LCD screen on the rear for easy viewing, even in bright daylight. It is capable of recording up to 120 minutes with 8 GB of internal memory. It is powered by a rechargeable AA battery pack for 2.5 hours of shooting, and it can be charged with the flip out USB stick or with a power adapter. It can also be powered by standard AA batteries if needed. Other notable features include HDMI output and built in speakers and microphone.
MSRP $199.99
Release date April, 2009
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Features / Specifications
- Recording time: 120 min.
- Internal Memory: 8 GB
- Color: Black or white
- Screen: 2.0" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1280 x 720
- Bitrate: 9.0Mbps
- Video Format: H.264 video compression, AAC audio compression, MP4 file format
- Lens type: Fixed Focus (1.5m to infinity)
- Aperture: f/2.4 (fast lens for great results in low-light environments)
- Zoom: Smooth multi-step 2x digital
- Battery: Flip Video AA rechargeable battery pack (1.2 Volt NiMH rechargeable)
- Battery life: 2.5 hours
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 4.25" x 2.19" x 1.17"
- Weight: 6.0 oz
- PC Connection: Built-in flip-out USB arm (up to USB 2.0 speed)
- Built in speaker
- Built-in wide-range stereo microphone
- HDMI output
- Included online sharing, video editing and photo software
- Windows and Mac compatible
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Flip Ultra HD | Black
• Flip UltraHD Camcorder, 120 Minutes (Black)
• UltraHD 8GB Flash Drive HD Camcorder
UPC: 892684000724
EAN: 892684000724
MPN: U2120B
Flip Ultra HD | White
• Flip UltraHD Camcorder, 120 Minutes (White)
• Flip UltraHD 8GB Falsh Drive HD Camcorder
UPC: 892684000731
EAN: 892684000731
MPN: U2120W
Competitors
MSRP $229.99
Released December, 2008
Pros
- affordable price
- full 720p high definition video
- 8GB of built in capacity
- easy to use, upload or playback
Cons
- no expansion slots for further memory
- no optical zoom
Flip Ultra HD
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MSRP $200.00
Released January, 2009
The Samsung SC-DX205 is a miniDV camcorder that retails at $200 and was released in 2009. It has a 34x optical zoom which is pretty good for this price range. It has a 680K pixel CCD and a 720x480 pixel resolution, as well as a digital image stabilizer. For these set of features one can't...
Flip Ultra HD
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Samsung SC-DX205
MSRP $200.00
Released February, 2009
The Sony Webbie HD MHS-CM1 is a pocket-sized high definition camera from Sony's 2009 lineup that is designed ultra compact and lightweight, at only 7 ounces. The camera features a 5 megapixel CMOS sensor to take 5 megapixel still images and record high definition footage in MP4 format. It records directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo...
Flip Ultra HD
vs.
Sony Webbie HD MHS-CM1
MSRP $170.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- 5 megapixel still shots
- records in full HD at 30fps (greater than 720p)
- 100 minutes of operation on battery
Cons
- no optical zoom
- no built in memory
- uses memory sticks which cost a fair bit more than regular SD/SDHC cards
Flip Ultra HD
vs.
Sony Webbie HD MHS-PM1
MSRP $120.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- can take 8MP still shots
- 720p video at 60fps
- affordable price
- attractive enclosure
- undercuts the price of many of its competitors
Cons
- uses MicroSD instead of SD/SDHC
Flip Ultra HD
vs.
RCA Small Wonder EZ209HD
MSRP $149.95
Released April, 2009
Pros
- slim and attractive enclosure
- weather resistant
- 720p at 60fps
Cons
- no included SD storage
- all plastic enclosure
- poor indoor performance (very grainy)
Flip Ultra HD
vs.
Kodak Zx1
Reviews
September 21, 2009
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Pros
- records in 720p high definition
- rated for 2.5 hours of recording time
- HDMI output
- built in speakers
- compact and light
- 2" LCD screen
- 8GB of internal storage
- rechargeable AA battery pack (can be replaced with affordable/easy to find AA batteries if needed)
- easy to use and simple to set up and download to computer
Cons
- no optical zoom
- poor in low light conditions
- no image stabilization - you have to keep your arms quite steady
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August 9, 2009
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Pros
- records in 720p high definition
- rated for 2.5 hours of recording time
- HDMI output
- built in speakers
- compact and light
- 2" LCD screen
- 8GB of internal storage
- rechargeable AA battery pack (can be replaced with affordable/easy to find AA batteries if needed)
- easy to use and simple to set up and download to computer
- good quality sound recording
Cons
- poor in low light conditions
- sound can be a bit muffled if it's coming from behind the camera
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July 6, 2009
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Pros
- records in 720p high definition
- rated for 2.5 hours of recording time
- HDMI output
- built in speakers
- compact and light
- 2" LCD screen
- 8GB of internal storage
- rechargeable AA battery pack (can be replaced with affordable/easy to find AA batteries if needed)
- easy to use and simple to set up and download to computer
Cons
- no optical zoom
- Have to take the front off the battery to keep it cool to charge correctly
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May 5, 2009
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- records in 720p high definition
- rated for 2.5 hours of recording time
- HDMI output
- built in speakers
- compact and light
- 2" LCD screen
- 8GB of internal storage
- rechargeable AA battery pack (can be replaced with affordable/easy to find AA batteries if needed)
Cons
- no optical zoom
- poor in low light conditions
- no image stabilization - you have to keep your arms quite steady
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May 25, 2009
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- records in 720p high definition
- rated for 2.5 hours of recording time
- HDMI output
- built in speakers
- compact and light
- 2" LCD screen
Cons
- no optical zoom
- poor in low light conditions
- no image stabilization - you have to keep your arms quite steady
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