Flash Memory Camcorder

There are many types of camcorders on the market. However, flash memory camcorders have become very popular recently. The reasons are many: they are compact, easy to use, inexpensive and most importantly, they are capable of producing film clips of high quality. Flip Video Mino is one of the top selling flash memory camcorders at the moment.

Flip Video Mino Series Camcorder

What is it? It is a pocket-sized camcorder with 2 GB of internal flash memory capable of recording up to 60 minutes of VGA (640 x 480) quality video in the MPEG4 format. It provides easy to use one touch recording. A viewing panel at the back shows you what you are recording and allows for playback, fast forward and rewind of recorded clips. It is considerably smaller than the Flip Video Ultra (which is already small) and uses an internal rechargeable lithium ion battery.

What are its main features?

Sleek design and compact form factor measuring 3.94" x 1.97" x 0.63" and weighing 3.3oz. It can fit easily into a pocket and be carried everywhere.
1.5-inch color LCD viewing panel. One touch-recording via pressing the red button in the middle. Touch-sensitive, backlit buttons let you play back, fast forward, rewind and delete recorded clips; digitally zoom in and zoom out.
2 GB of internal flash memory for up to 60 minutes of video recording. The frame rate is 30 frames per second and the video format is MPEG4. Note however that it does not support the use of external flash memory cards.
Low aperture stop f/2.4 means great results in low-light environments.
Flip out USB arm lets you transfer the videos to a computer and at the same charge recharge the internal lithium ion battery. The battery can last up to 4 hours per charge.
Built-in software shows up when plugged in to a computer's USB port. You can save , edit or delete the videos, or e-mail them, or upload them to the video sharing sites MySpace, YouTube and AOL. You can capture still photos from videos. You can create a movie mix from selected film clips, complete with transitions, special effects and background music.
The Flip Video Ultra can be connected to a TV for direct viewing.

What are the main differences between Flip Video Mino and Flip Video Ultra? The Flip Video Mino:

is considerably smaller and lighter than the Ultra,
uses improved video compression engine: Pure Digital Video Engine 2.5,
uses internal rechargeable battery instead of AA batteries (Ultra),
has touch sensitive capacitive buttons different from those on Ultra,
supports the operations of pause, fast forward and rewind on playback,
has software which offers direct upload to MySpace, and
does not offer an underwater case as an option, unlike the Ultra.

What do people love Flip Video Mino flash memory camcorder?

It is very simple to operate and there are no complicated settings and options. Simply switch the unit on, press the red button and you are ready to record life's special moments.
It's small size means you will carry it everywhere, instead of leaving it at home.
It produces video with quality comparable to more expensive camcorders.
It works well in low light environments.
It records sounds well.
It is meant to be held vertically (instead of horizontally), hence making it easy to shoot with one hand.
It can easily be operated by children, teenagers, senior citizens or less technical savvy folks.

This Flip Video Mino Series Camcorder has received excellent reviews. Users like the convenience and ease of use of this little electronic gadget. Due to the speed with which it springs to action, compared to other larger, more expensive camcorders or digital cameras, you stand much higher chance of capturing life's special moments using the Flip Video Mino flash memory camcorder. Quite often with bulkier or more complicated models, by the time you finish setting them up and getting ready to shoot, the special moments are long gone.

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