Thursday, January 22, 2009

Flip Mino HD review roundup

It's "skinnable", it does widescreen 720p HD, fits in your shirt pocket and it easily uploads vids to Youtube. What is it? It's the Flip Mino HD from Pure Digital Technologies.

From the product page, here is the list of specs and features:

Features:

Simple to Shoot in HD

  • The world’s smallest HD camcorder, weighing only 3.3 ounces
  • Convenient flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your computer to launch built-in FlipShare™ software
  • Built-in memory for up to 60 minutes of high-quality video
  • Rechargeable lithium ion battery— charges via your USB port. Approximately 2 hours of recording per charge.
  • Start recording within 3 seconds of power-up
  • 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


Simple to Share

  • Built-in FlipShare™ software for instant viewing, editing, and one-click emailing with upgraded features:
  • Browse, playback, organize and archive your videos
  • Create movies with videos, music & titles
  • Edit clips and save still photos from video
  • Instantly upload to AOL, MySpace, YouTube and other video sites
  • Share your videos using email or greetings cards (free and unlimited video sharing)
  • Records high-quality H.264 videos that work with iTunes, iMovie, and iPhoto (MP4 files)

Specifications:
  • Internal Memory: 4GB (60 minutes)
  • Screen Size: 1.5” (transflective TFT)
  • Screen Resolution: 528 x 132 pixels
  • Video Resolution: 1280 x 720
  • Frame Rate: 30 frames per second (constant frame rate, progressive scan)
  • 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
  • Interface: 8 Touch-Sensitive Capacitive Buttons (Power, Play, Delete, Record and 4 way navigation)
  • 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
  • Tripod Mount: Yes
  • Operating Systems: Windows XP, Windows Vista,Mac OSX

And here is the review roundup - all open in a new window.


Buy Flip Video MinoHD Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black)

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