Flip Video MinoHD Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black) | 
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| Brand: Flip Video
Category: Photography
List Price: $229.00
Buy New: $209.00
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Rating:  130 reviews
Sales Rank: 3
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0
MPN: F460B
Model: F460B
UPC: 892684000083
EAN: 0892684000083
ASIN: B001HSOFI2
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| Features:
| • | Holds 60 minutes of HD-quality video (1280 x 720 resolution at 30 frames per second; 16:9 widescreen) on 4 GB of built-in memory | | • | Weighs only 3.3 ounces; Super-slim, super-sleek design, fits into your pocket or purse | | • | Features one-touch recording and digital zoom | | • | Flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your computer to launch built-in FlipShare software | | • | FlipShare software lets you save and organize your videos, edit individual clips, make custom movies, email your videos, and upload them |
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Product Description
Here it is! A 720p HD camcorder that fits in your pocket. The Flip MinoHD has 4GB built-in memory to record and store up to 60 minutes of highj quality video. A 1.5" TFT lets you preview and view videos on camera. A USB connector lets you transfer and share videos. Advanced playback, pause, fast forward/rewind features Records high-quality H.264 videos that work with iTunes, iMovie, and iPhoto Child Safe mode to prevent accidental deletions of clips Fast lens - great low or bright light results, 2x digital zoom 1.5 color high-brightness (transflective) display for easy recording and super-clear viewing in bright sunlight Silent mode for recording in sensitive situations TV connector cable included to watch videos on television Tripod mount fits any standard tripod Video - 16 - 9 widescreen, HD 720p (1280 x 720) at 30 frames per second progressive scan Built-in FlipShare software for email, edit, and more Includes Flip Video MinoHD Camcorder w/ built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery; Protective carrying pouch; Wrist strap; TV cable; Quickstart Guide Internal Memory - 4GB (60 minutes) Screen Resolution - 528 x 132 pixels / Video Resolution - 1280 x 720 progressive Video Bitrate - 8.8Mbps (average - auto adaptive algorithm) Video Format - H.264 video compression, AAC audio compression, saves as MP4 file 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 8 Touch-Sensitive Capacitive Buttons (Power, Play, Delete, Record and 4 way navigation) Unit Dimensions - 3.94 x 1.97 x 0.63 (H x W x D) PC Connection - Built-in flip-out USB arm (up to 2.0 USB speed) TV Out - NTSC (cable included) Battery Life - Rechargeable lithium ion battery, charges using built-in USB arm Operating System compatibilikty - Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Mac OSX
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| Customer Reviews: Read 125 more reviews...
 Software a problem for 64-bit operating systems. January 8, 2009
Susan in AZ
Although the Flip Mino HD camcorder seemed to work fine, the software would not install on my computer, which has a 64-bit operating system. Flip's online support stated as follows: "Because the Flip Video Program has been designed to work on the 32-bit systems, we cannot guarantee full functionality if used on a 64-bit system. At this time, we do not have information regarding the development of an application for the 64-bit systems." Without functioning software, the Flip Mino HD is useless, and I have returned it. A product that just came out a couple of months ago should be compatible with a computer that's only about six months old, but the Mino HD is not. Hopefully I'll have better luck with the Creative Vado HD.
Nice camera January 8, 2009
Derek J. Kerl (Austin, TX)
The Flip Mino HD has exceeded my expectations. It does what they say it will do without any hitches. The video quality and even the sound are great for any $200 camera. When you consider that it is roughly the size of the old iPod Mini, the quality is almost unbelievable. Highly recommended ++
 great little gadget; a few minor tweaks could make it even better January 8, 2009
gozomonster (Manila, Philippines)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Got this as a Christmas gift, and I have to say, it's a pretty nifty little device. It does exactly what it was intended to do, which is capture videos spur-of-the-moment -- it's very portable (small and lightweight), and starts up very quickly, and is very easy to use.
If you're looking for something that can capture more video, like on a roadtrip or vacation, then this really isn't the tool for that, given that it maxes out at 60 minutes, but like I said, for what it's intended to do, it is aces.
Some things that could be improved on though:
- Picture seems a bit zoomed in by default, so you have to be a fair distance back to capture subjects in the frame.
- Would be good to have an option to lower shooting resolution, as the default resolution does tend to produce some pretty large video files. I just recompress on my PC after downloading, but maybe that could be a function, if not on the Flip itself, then maybe of the FlipShare software.
- USB arm is not the most versatile -- my ThinkPad has vertical USB slots, so that means I can only plug the Flip on the right-hand side slot, which is usually where I plug my mouse. A USB extension cable in the box, and not sold as an accessory (Flip sells them, packs of three, different colors -- do you really need three USB cables, in different colors?) would be nice.
- I actually had a few problems with charging at first, using my own AC/USB adapter (Belkin) -- Flip stopped charging with the error message "Charging stopped, recorder is hot" (or something like that), and even my own USB cable, but it wouldn't charge completely. So I can only charge now using my laptop, and that works fine, and the battery does seem to last a while.
Still haven't fiddled around with the video editing software, nor tried connecting the camera to my TV (a non-HD TV), so I can't comment on those features yet, so I may update this review in the future once I get around to trying those out.
Oh, another plus -- it fits perfectly in my waterproof pouch, so I can bring it in the pool or to the beach. Great fun.
Overall, I love this toy.
flip video January 8, 2009
G. J. Willmott (new jersey)
Bought this camara for Christmas and it works great.
A little shaky if you dont use the tripod but the videos are amazing.
Well worth the price.
Super easy to use and the program included is far better than the original flip camara, which I also have.
i'm happy January 7, 2009
Frido Schlumpf (sf,ca)
so far so good. i make art , so very allowing of visual glitches. works great for laptop screen scale. small slick efficient interface. lost my carrying pouch so I emailed them and immediately got response back asking where to send new one.
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