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dirtybaker1331 · 06-04-2010, 03:28 PM

I was thinking about buying a camera cause sadly enough, I have never owned one. I saw this HD video camcorder and its cheaper than most cameras. I saw some sample footage on youtube and it seems pretty solid. Only problem is you can only get stills from the video through the editing software. Do you think this is worth a buy or should I just buy a regular camera? With the camcorder I may be able to make some future ex gf content of my own.

Flip UltraHD Camcorder
http://www.amazon.com/Flip-UltraHD-C...d_bxgy_p_img_a

Is it worth it? Is there anything else out there that's better for around the same price?

epitome · 06-04-2010, 03:42 PM

I have one that I like to keep in my pocket.

It works great!

BV · 06-04-2010, 03:54 PM

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...243&CatId=3624

this camera will take better pictures by far, if you want a small cheap camera (also shoots video too)

CYF · 06-04-2010, 03:55 PM

I heard that the regular flip took better video than the flip HD, not sure how true that is but the Flip Ultra got better reviews at Newegg than the Flip UltraHD.

dirtybaker1331 · 06-04-2010, 04:08 PM

Ah too late, I pressed the process transaction button.

You can shoot underwater which is cool cause snorkling in San Diego is pretty nice. I've wasted my money on dumber things.

DBS.US · 06-04-2010, 05:29 PM

I just got the Kodak PlaySport (Zx3) HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera

I like it. It's not going to replace my Canon HV40, but it's great for the price.
I got a 32GB card and it can record all night with USB mini powder plug.

Living at the beach I need the waterproof feature.

Product Features
Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3 m)
Full 1080p HD video
Electronic image stabilization
Brilliant 2.0 in. color display
Capture 5 megapixel HD stills (16:9)

It has Electronic image stabilization but it's small and light so get a
small tripod

Exit-chat · 06-04-2010, 06:37 PM

i have the hd flip myself and its been a great little camera... taking lots of vid out here in bali with it right now.

BSleazy · 06-04-2010, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DBS.US

I just got the Kodak PlaySport (Zx3) HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera

I like it. It's not going to replace my Canon HV40, but it's great for the price.
I got a 32GB card and it can record all night with USB mini powder plug.

Living at the beach I need the waterproof feature.

Product Features
Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3 m)
Full 1080p HD video
Electronic image stabilization
Brilliant 2.0 in. color display
Capture 5 megapixel HD stills (16:9)

It has Electronic image stabilization but it's small and light so get a
small tripod

Looks cool. I'm gonna get one. How long of videos can you record on it? I dont see that anywhere.

DBS.US · 06-04-2010, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BCyber

Looks cool. I'm gonna get one. How long of videos can you record on it? I dont see that anywhere.

Record about 20 min per 1 GB at 720p HD at 30 fps. Actual results may vary.

I got a 32GB 30MB/s card so it should have lot of time

SanDisk 32GB Extreme

SanDisk Ultra 32GB SDHC Card

mgtarheels · 06-04-2010, 09:56 PM

Kodak zi8 is much better and cheaper.

Edit: I love that it has an external mic jack.

DBS.US · 06-04-2010, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mgtarheels

Kodak zi8 is much better and cheaper.

Edit: I love that it has an external mic jack.

Isn't the Zi8 last years model?

$148.79 at Amazon

amateurcanada · 06-04-2010, 10:36 PM

Bottom line its not real HD but 720p which is 2 steps down. Inexpensive, good unit in the end - can't complain.

brentbacardi · 06-05-2010, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amateurcanada

Bottom line its not real HD but 720p which is 2 steps down. Inexpensive, good unit in the end - can't complain.

How is that 2 steps down...? Isnt 1080p real HD? and one step down is 720p?

DBS.US · 06-05-2010, 08:17 AM

Try this shot with your non-waterproof Zi8

Kodak Playsport = a good buy @ $136

Even with the Electronic image stabilization, users need to learn how to hold the camera steady.

candyflip · 06-05-2010, 08:23 AM

My Mom has the Kodak Zi8 and it takes some nice video.

BSleazy · 06-05-2010, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brentbacardi

How is that 2 steps down...? Isnt 1080p real HD? and one step down is 720p?

I think there's a 1080i in there somewhere.

BV · 06-05-2010, 09:37 AM

720 pixels tall is considered hd, just not full hd, allot of hd programming is 720
full hd = 1080 pixels tall

06-04-2010, 03:28 PM	#1
dirtybaker1331 Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 461	Is this worth a purchase? I was thinking about buying a camera cause sadly enough, I have never owned one. I saw this HD video camcorder and its cheaper than most cameras. I saw some sample footage on youtube and it seems pretty solid. Only problem is you can only get stills from the video through the editing software. Do you think this is worth a buy or should I just buy a regular camera? With the camcorder I may be able to make some future ex gf content of my own. Flip UltraHD Camcorder http://www.amazon.com/Flip-UltraHD-C...d_bxgy_p_img_a Is it worth it? Is there anything else out there that's better for around the same price? __________________ Justin Baker [email protected] ICQ#: 635583207 Become an affiliate today!

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CYF Coupon Guru Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 10,973	I heard that the regular flip took better video than the flip HD, not sure how true that is but the Flip Ultra got better reviews at Newegg than the Flip UltraHD. __________________ Webmaster Coupons Coupons and discounts for hosting, domains, SSL Certs, and more! AmeriNOC Coupons \| Certified Hosting Coupons \| Hosting Coupons \| Domain Name Coupons

06-04-2010, 04:08 PM	#5
dirtybaker1331 Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 461	Ah too late, I pressed the process transaction button. You can shoot underwater which is cool cause snorkling in San Diego is pretty nice. I've wasted my money on dumber things. __________________ Justin Baker [email protected] ICQ#: 635583207 Become an affiliate today!

06-04-2010, 05:29 PM	#6
DBS.US Geo Cities Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: North Captiva Island, Florida USA Posts: 11,830	I just got the Kodak PlaySport (Zx3) HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera I like it. It's not going to replace my Canon HV40, but it's great for the price. I got a 32GB card and it can record all night with USB mini powder plug. Living at the beach I need the waterproof feature. Product Features Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3 m) Full 1080p HD video Electronic image stabilization Brilliant 2.0 in. color display Capture 5 megapixel HD stills (16:9) It has Electronic image stabilization but it's small and light so get a small tripod __________________ Make a Free Chaturbate White Label site in 34 minutes and be making money tonight Last edited by DBS.US; 06-04-2010 at 05:39 PM..

06-04-2010, 06:37 PM	#7
Exit-chat Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 444	i have the hd flip myself and its been a great little camera... taking lots of vid out here in bali with it right now. __________________ Rick Bennink CEO www.Exit-Chat.com icq 278635939 [email protected] The market creator and leader in AI chat customer recovery since 2005!

06-04-2010, 03:42 PM	#2
epitome So Fucking Lame Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 12,156	I have one that I like to keep in my pocket. It works great!

06-04-2010, 03:54 PM	#3
BV wtf Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bikini State, FL USA Posts: 10,914	http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...243&CatId=3624 this camera will take better pictures by far, if you want a small cheap camera (also shoots video too)

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mgtarheels Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Daytona Beach, FL Posts: 1,317	Kodak zi8 is much better and cheaper. Edit: I love that it has an external mic jack. Last edited by mgtarheels; 06-04-2010 at 10:00 PM..

06-04-2010, 10:36 PM	#12
amateurcanada Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 3,766	Bottom line its not real HD but 720p which is 2 steps down. Inexpensive, good unit in the end - can't complain. __________________ be our partner - join nichepartners today will.assum.producer @ AmateurCanada.com / icq: 30146166 / facebook.com/will.assum / #amateurcanada

06-05-2010, 08:17 AM	#14
DBS.US Geo Cities Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: North Captiva Island, Florida USA Posts: 11,830	Try this shot with your non-waterproof Zi8 Kodak Playsport = a good buy @ $136 Even with the Electronic image stabilization, users need to learn how to hold the camera steady. __________________ Make a Free Chaturbate White Label site in 34 minutes and be making money tonight Last edited by DBS.US; 06-05-2010 at 08:24 AM..

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candyflip Carpe Visio Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New York Posts: 43,057	My Mom has the Kodak Zi8 and it takes some nice video. __________________ Spend you some brain. Email Me

06-05-2010, 09:37 AM	#17
BV wtf Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bikini State, FL USA Posts: 10,914	720 pixels tall is considered hd, just not full hd, allot of hd programming is 720 full hd = 1080 pixels tall