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Le Jalapeno
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 Posted: Nov 29, 2009 6:21 pm Post subject: Are these things any good? |
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http://store.theflip.com/UltraHD.aspx
I don't know much of anything about video cameras, but these things look cool.
200 bucks for 120 minutes, 30 fps camera. The only problem I see is its size. The smallness would make it pretty shakey, but I'm sure you could rig something to make it stable while getting some boarding shots.
| Quote: | specsInternal Memory: 8GB (120 minutes)
Screen Size: 2.0" (transflective TFT)
Screen Resolution: 960 x 240 pixels
Video Resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels
Frame Rate: 30 frames per second (constant frame rate, progressive scan)
Video Bitrate: 9.0Mbps (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
Interface: 8 Buttons (Power, Play, Delete, Record and 4 way navigation)
Dimensions: 4.25" x 2.19" x 1.17" (H x W x D)
PC Connection: Built-in flip-out USB arm (up to USB 2.0 speed)
TV Out: HDMI™ Mini Connector; Standard HDMI™ cables sold separately – buy now)
Battery Life: Up to 2.5 hours (with 2x AA Alkaline batteries)
Up to 6.5 hours (with 2 x AA Energizer® e2® batteries)
Tripod Mount: Yes
Operating Systems: Windows XP, Windows Vista
Mac OSX
Min Requirements: (PC) 3.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or faster processor, Windows XP SP2 with 512 MB of RAM or Vista with 1 GB of RAM, and USB 2.0 port
(Mac) 1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo or faster processor, 1 GB of RAM, OS X Tiger 10.4, Leopard 10.5 or Snow Leopard 10.6, and USB 2.0 port
Online Sharing: Pre-loaded FlipShare™ software for instant viewing, editing, one-click emailing, and online sharing:
Browse, play back, organize and archive your videos
Create movies with video clips, music and titles
Edit clips and create still-image snapshots from video
Instantly upload to Facebook™, MySpace™, YouTube™ and other video sharing sites
Share your videos privately using attachment-free emails or greetings cards (free and unlimited video sharing)
Create private Flip Channels to share your videos with groups of family and friends |
| Quote: | features * Easy-to-use, pocket-sized HD camcorder
* Start recording within 3 seconds of power-up; simple user interface features one-touch recording, making HD video easier and more fun than ever
* Captures 120 minutes of incredible HD video on 8GB of built-in memory; no additional memory needed
* Comes with Flip Video rechargeable AA battery pack (recharges when connected to USB); Power Adapter sold separately (buy now); Camcorder also functions with two standard AA batteries
* Large 2.0 inch anti-glare display to play back and delete videos
* Fast lens - great low or bright light results; 2x digital zoom
* Convenient flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your PC or Mac to launch pre-loaded FlipShare™ software
* FlipShare software makes it easy to email videos, edit individual clips, make custom movies, capture still-image snapshots, and upload video to Facebook™, MySpace™ , YouTube™ and other sharing sites
* HDMI™ output (mini-HDMI connector) makes it easy to watch video on your HDTV; Standard HDMI™ cables sold separately (buy now)
* Records high-quality H.264 videos that are compatible with most video-playing applications, including Windows Media Player, QuickTime Player, and iTunes
* Video: 16:9 widescreen, HD 720p (1280 x 720) at 30 frames per second (fps) progressive scan; recorded as MP4 files
* “Child Safe” mode to prevent accidental deletions of clips
* Silent mode for recording in sensitive situations
* Tripod mount fits any standard tripod
Simple to Share
* Pre-loaded FlipShare™ software for instant viewing, editing, one-click emailing, and online sharing:
o Browse, play back, organize and archive your videos
o Create movies with video clips, music and titles
o Edit clips and create still-image snapshots from video
o Instantly upload to Facebook™, MySpace™, YouTube™ and other video sharing sites
o Share your videos privately using attachment-free emails or greetings cards (free and unlimited video sharing)
o Create private Flip Channels to share your videos with groups of family and friends
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| Posted: Nov 29, 2009 6:27 pm Post subject: |
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they suck. 
never seen one though. 
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Evan71
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| Posted: Nov 29, 2009 6:53 pm Post subject: |
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Le Jalapeno, my cousin has one i think i have some footage on it too, il try to upload a vid in the next day or two, i also dont think its the hd one either but il try
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bob.
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| Posted: Nov 30, 2009 10:14 pm Post subject: |
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i dont like them at all
a panasonic gs320 takes a much better shot in every aspect and it is near the same price
those things suck haha
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Le Jalapeno
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| Posted: Nov 30, 2009 10:32 pm Post subject: |
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| bob., good to know, thanks. |
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bob.
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| Posted: Nov 30, 2009 11:05 pm Post subject: |
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that vimeo video wasnt bad at all
maybe its a different one my school has haha
i dunno
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