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Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour)

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  • B&H # FLM3160S
  • Mfr# M3160S

Product Highlights

  • 3rd Generation
  • 1280 x 720p HD
  • 4GB Internal Flash Memory
  • 2" LCD
  • Fixed Focus Lens and 2x Digital Zoom
  • Image Stabilization
  • Built-In Lithium-Ion Battery
  • Flip-Out USB Arm
  • HDMI Mini Connection
  • Mac and PC Compatible

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Flip Video's MinoHD Video Camera holds up to 1 hour of 1280 x 720p HD video to its 4GB internal flash memory. Designed by the pocket camcorder trendsetters at Flip Video, the MinoHD now features image stabilization, which helps protect your videos against unwanted hand shake and motion. Other features include uncomplicated operation, a 2" LCD display, and the trademark flip-out USB arm. Once you've shot your video just connect the arm to your Mac or PC and the pre-loaded FlipShare software swings into action. You can use the FlipShare software edit your videos, pull stills from video, and share almost instantly on social media sites. The camera also features an HDMI output for sharing your footage with friends and family on your HDTV.

Carry it anywhere with its sleek and slim design that fits in any pocket or purse
Shoot up to 1 hour of stunning HD video (720p/60fps) on 4GB of built-in memory; no additional memory needed
Keep your video steady on the go with MinoHD's newest feature, image stabilization
Power on, press record, and start filming - it's that simple
Watch your videos on the large, 2" anti-glare color display
Charge the internal Lithium-ion battery through the built-in USB arm; also recharges quickly when connected to the optional Flip Video Power Adapter
Watch your videos on your HDTV through the optional Flip Video HDMI mini cable
Features a flat-back panel with touch-sensitive, backlit buttons
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 60 frames per seconds (fps) progressive scan; recorded as MP4 files
FlipShare Software
MinoHD comes pre-loaded with FlipShare software, which makes it easy to organize, create and share your videos:

  • Organize your videos by dragging and dropping into folders you've created, or use the automatic date-stamped folders
  • Edit and trim your favorite videos clips or even add your own music, all using FlipShare's easy editing tools
  • Create video greeting cards or use the Magic Movie feature to make movies with the click of a button
  • Capture photos using the easy Snapshot feature. You can grab a still-image photo from any of the 60 frames that comprise each second of your video
  • Share privately using FlipShare's attachment-free email. Or create private Flip Channels, the easiest way to share videos and photos with groups of friends and family
  • Post online by sharing directly to Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube
Optics
Sensor 1.6 Megapixel 1/4.5" CMOS
Lens Fixed Focus 1.5 mm
f/2.4
Zoom Digital: 2x
Recording
Recording Media Internal Flash Memory 4GB 
Recording Time Internal Flash Memory
4GB: 1 hour
Video Format High Definition
MPEG AVC/H.264
1280 x 720p (60 fps)
Display
Display Type LCD
Screen Size 2"
Touchscreen No
Features
Image Stabilization Digital
Lux None
Built-in Mic Yes
Built-in Speaker Yes
Built-in Light/Flash Not Specified By Manufacturer
Tripod Mount 1/4"
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs None
Outputs 1x USB 2.0
1x HDMI C (Mini)
Microphone Input None
Headphone Jack None
General
System Requirements Windows
  • XP (SP3), Vista, 7
  • Pentium 4 Processor or greater
  • 1GB RAM
  • USB 2.0 Interface

Mac
  • OS X v.10.5 or later
  • Core 2 Duo 1.66GHz Processor or greater
  • 1GB RAM
  • USB 2.0 Interface
Battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Power Adapter None
Dimensions (WxHxD) 1.97 x 3.94 x 0.63" / 50.04 x 100.08 x 16.00 mm
Weight 0.26 lb / 0.12 kg

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour)
 
4.2

(based on 10 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (10)
  • Image stabilization (7)
  • Great picture quality (6)
  • Great sound (6)

Cons

  • Poor in low light (5)
  • Limited zoom (4)

Best Uses

  • Travel (8)
  • Home movies (7)
  • Documentaries (3)
  • HD shooting (3)
  • Low light (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual user (4), Enthusiast (3)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (5), Yes (4)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Excellent buy!

Great camera for quick, close in video shorts. In other words, this is a great point and shoot HD camera for web delivered short videos where portability and ease of use outweigh the need...Read complete review

Great camera for quick, close in video shorts. In other words, this is a great point and shoot HD camera for web delivered short videos where portability and ease of use outweigh the need for zooming or external microphones. In well-lit, quiet rooms you'll be surprised at the quality for video and audio. The image stabilization just eliminated the last reason for not having one of these in your must-have collection of video resources.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

low quality video

i know this is a low/affordable price for a "HD" video camera, so I shouldn't have expected much. The lens did not have close enough wide angle to film my ...Read complete review

i know this is a low/affordable price for a "HD" video camera, so I shouldn't have expected much. The lens did not have close enough wide angle to film my baby that was sitting close to me, instead i had to scoot backwards about 2-3 yards away from my baby to get her entire self in the footage. i wanted to be able to be closer to her when filming. also, in low light situations, the quality is extremely poor/dark/grainy. it was fun and easy to use and convenient to carry around, but overall was not satisfied when i downloaded my videos on my computer to see them on a bigger screen. but then again,with such a low price- you get what you pay for. i guess i need to spend more money to get a better HD video camera to capture my baby/daughter's growth.

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 10 customers

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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Light, Clear, and a Fun Toy...

By Animelover33

from Las Vegas, NV

About Me Semi-pro Videographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • High quality
  • Zoom range/performance

Cons

  • Limited Zoom
  • Poor In Low Light

Best Uses

  • Documentaries
  • HD Shooting
  • Home Movies
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Music Videos
  • Travel
  • Weddings/Events

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

Great for making high quality videos. Zooming in and out is decent. USB drive that flips out is kinda fun.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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5.0

Great little camcorder!

By matt

from Renton, WA

About Me Video Enthusiast

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound

Cons

  • Limited Zoom
  • Poor In Low Light

Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Travel

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

Awesome camcorder for a child up to an adult. I highly recommend this camcorder!

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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4.0

Nice little Video Camera

By Gordon

from Staten Island, NY

About Me Video Enthusiast

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization

Cons

  • No External Mic Input
  • Poor Sound

Best Uses

  • Documentaries
  • Home Movies
  • Indoors/Low Light
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Travel

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

This is a amazing little camera and the price is right. Though sound quality leave a lot to be desired but for close short recording it is amazing.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

low quality video

By uptemily

from Seattle, WA

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Great Sound

Cons

  • Poor Image Quality
  • Poor In Low Light

Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Travel

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

i know this is a low/affordable price for a "HD" video camera, so I shouldn't have expected much. The lens did not have close enough wide angle to film my baby that was sitting close to me, instead i had to scoot backwards about 2-3 yards away from my baby to get her entire self in the footage. i wanted to be able to be closer to her when filming. also, in low light situations, the quality is extremely poor/dark/grainy. it was fun and easy to use and convenient to carry around, but overall was not satisfied when i downloaded my videos on my computer to see them on a bigger screen. but then again,with such a low price- you get what you pay for. i guess i need to spend more money to get a better HD video camera to capture my baby/daughter's growth.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • Yes

Comment on this review

 
4.0

Great little video camera!

By Kevin

from Franklin, TN

About Me Video Enthusiast

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • Works with Mac and PC

Cons

  • Limited Zoom

Best Uses

  • HD Shooting
  • Home Movies
  • Travel
  • Weddings/Events

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

Purchased this for my wife for Christmas so she would stop bugging me to take video with my Canon Rebel SLR camera. I also wanted a video camera that works well with both the Mac and PC. It does not offer much on the zoom; it only has minimal digital zoom. I first looked at other inexpensive, compact HD cameras that had optical zoom but couldn't find one that worked for Mac and PC. For the price, you cannot beat the Flip. It's small and easy to carry in pocket or purse. Everything you need is encased in the one little camera. Just flip out the USB plug and you are ready to transfer files or charge it on anyone's Mac or PC. Also comes with nice utility software that installs from the camera. After half an hour with this camera, I had taken some videos and used the software to trim and combine several videos into one video (which even included a title and a trailer).

I would have preferred if you could swap out your own SD card. If you are buying a Flip, make sure get 3rd generation like this one so you get image stabilization. We have a ton of pictures of our children and pets right now and not much video. I expect to start getting lots of family videos with this camera.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • Yes

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4.0

Pretty Amazing for the price.

By Blakerunner

from Los Angeles

About Me Pro Videographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use

Cons

  • No External Mic Input

Best Uses

  • Always with you video cam

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

I bought this for my 14 year old daughter. She wanted a really simple, easy to edit with little cam corder.

As a professional cameraman, using big expensive cameras, I actually find this little gem annoyingly good.
It's very easy to use, is constructed well, and the interface with the computers is intuitive. You can literally pick it up and start using it without reading anything.

While it would be nice if it focused closer, had a mechanical zoom, and had a removable memory card, it is the absence of these features that keep it simple and affordable.

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4.0

Great Product

By Jono

from Spokane, WA

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Large Clear LCD

Cons

  • Poor In Low Light

Best Uses

  • Travel

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

Quick and easy to use. I had bought a 2nd generation and then returned it for this model for the image stabilization feature which was a great upgrade. Low light performance still isn't great but good enough for what we use it for.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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4.0

Good basic product for putting short ins

By LynnR

from Portland, OR

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good in Low Light
  • Great Sound

Cons

  • Poor Still Image

Best Uses

  • Documentaries
  • Indoors/Low Light

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

Very easy to use. Can put your time to uses and not worry about the technical "how to" issues.Better than expected video quality.Easy to try and make more of it than it can deliver. If you have a specific need for this type of item this one works very well.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • Yes

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5.0

Great product!!

By jay101jay

from New York, NY

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • Good in Low Light
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound

Cons

  • Limited Zoom

Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Indoors/Low Light
  • Travel
  • Weddings/Events

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

This is the easiest video camera ever!!!! So happy with my purchase. The video comes out very clear and good lighting indoors too!

  • Was this a gift?:
  • Yes

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(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Excellent buy!

By fordj

from Elsie, MI

About Me Pro Videographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

  • Poor In Low Light

Best Uses

  • HD Shooting
  • Home Movies
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Travel

Comments about Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour):

Great camera for quick, close in video shorts. In other words, this is a great point and shoot HD camera for web delivered short videos where portability and ease of use outweigh the need for zooming or external microphones. In well-lit, quiet rooms you'll be surprised at the quality for video and audio. The image stabilization just eliminated the last reason for not having one of these in your must-have collection of video resources.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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Lenses & Adaptors

Capture the right view with a conversion lens.

Bower -  Wide Angle Magnetic Lens (.45x)
  • Price: $24.75
 
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What's in the Box

Flip Video MinoHD Video Camera (Silver, 1 Hour)
  • Wrist Strap
  • Soft Case
  • Pre-Loaded FlipShare Software
  • Internal Lithium-Ion Battery
  • User's Guide
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty
 
 
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