Flip Video Camera Review

June 4, 2008

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I recently purchased the Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder after seeing how easy my friend Holly was able to create video tutorials. The camera has built in software, runs on batteries and has a flip out usb connection so you are easily able to get the video onto your computer. I highly recommend this camera for creating crafty video tutorials.

Flip Video

Flip Video Ultra Series

Measures about 2.25 inches across

Measures 4 inches high

About an inch thick

Record 60 minutes of audio

If you are looking for something to use in a casual setting, this portable video recorder is a great option. One of the highlights of this little camera seems to be how easily you can get the videos off of it. All it requires is that you plug the USB (which flips up from the camera) into your computer USB port. Once you’ve got it plugged into your computer if you look under my computer you’ll see a blue icon (if you are on a PC, not sure about a Mac) and it installs the program (a one time installation).

After the installation is completed it’s very simple to get the videos to your computer. You’ll open the program, find your videos and click save video. One negative thing about the USB stick that you plug into your computer, if you aren’t using a laptop the camera might weigh down the USB port. There is also a cord available if you would like to go that route. Again, if you are looking for something to use for casual use, this is it.

If you find yourself technology challenged, this flip video camera is perfect for you. It’s pretty much idiot-proof and self explanatory. You can get much easier than one-touch recording. It’s also extremely affordable.

There are optional accessories for the Flip Video Ultra Series that you can add such as a tripod, carrying case, cables to go, etc but you do not need them in order to use your camera. It’s literally ready to go when you receive it. It comes with batteries and once you install them, you are ready to shoot your first video.

This is a great camera to use for creating craft video tutorials - you can prop it up either yourself or with a tripod and record. Once you get the video to your computer you can edit to include on screen instructions or music.