The Flip Video Ultra HD is a very impressive little gem and much refined compared to the other Flip Video cameras. Flips are probably so well known because they are ideal for anyone hoping to get that important shot in time at a spur of a moment's notice. The camcorder is all about having power with accessibility and mobility. First, this gadget is totally dumb proof. From the time you open the box and see there is no assembly required and pretty much your first speculation of which buttons do what will be on the money. The design is excellent period.
Compared to the alternative video cameras, this one is just barely larger. Though, this is a good thing because it seems to fit better in your hand. The HD quality of Flip Video Ultra HD looks great on the screen. Also another thing I like about it is it is fast. Fast as in, it will power on and off fast and when you mash a button it reacts quickly unlike your home computer or mobile phone if you know what I mean.
The new image stabilization works wonders compared to the older Flips. It definitely has smoother video and gets rid of some of the vibrations. For example, like say you were recording something on the side of the road while you are moving past it in your vehicle. The screen is a good size and the 720p playback on a big flat panel TV is just lets say....dang good stuff! Frames really do seem to move twice as fast now with it being upgraded from 30 fps to 60 fps, so the Flip Video Ultra HD is definitely smoother viewing in that area.
The USB connector is in a different place now (on the side instead of the top). I think they may have done this just because it makes more sense and is easier when plugging it into a laptop. This is also convenient because you don't have to have an extra cable or keep up with a cable and you know what a pain that can be especially if you own a digital camera that will ONLY use that specific USB cable. I hate that!!! But, that's a whole new topic. Anyway, the audio on the Flip Video Cameras continue to be good and remains the same on this one. The battery life ( 2 hours) is plenty for me so I am satisfied in that area also.
Lastly, the Flip Video Ultra HD software (Flipshare) continues to be user friendly. It is super easy to use. When you plug in the camcorder it will, or should, automatically start up. The software then makes it completely evident how to use the features which are: downloading the videos you recorded, how to play them back, how to stop frames and make them into photos, and share them. Also, it all seems to be faster now (video upload time/processing time seems to be quicker) compared to the older Flip Video Cameras. It seems to be similar to the iPod/iPhone control panel.
In closing, I would suggest this product just for the simple fact that is packs a lot of power (HD) for it to be so small/compact, easy to use, easy to carry around, and just plain out simple. The Flip Video Ultra HD is definitely the best yet in the Flip Video Cameras manufacturing line and was worth my investment and probably would be yours.
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