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Flip MinoHD Video Camera - Black, 8 GB, 2 Hours (3rd Generation)

3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 349 ratings
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8 GB
Black
Brand Linksys
Connectivity Technology USB, HDMI
Color Black
Special Feature Low Light
Screen Size 2 Inches
Optical Zoom 2
Camcorder type Video Camera
Video Capture Resolution 720p
Recommended Uses For Product Camcorder
Has Image Stabilization Yes

About this item

  • Carry it anywhere with its sleek and slim design that fits in any pocket or purse
  • Shoot up to 2 hours of stunning HD video (720p / 60fps) on 8 GB of built-in memory; no additional memory needed
  • Keep your video steady on the go with MinoHD's newest feature, image stabilization
  • Connect the flip-out USB arm directly into your PC or Mac to launch pre-loaded FlipShare software
  • Organize, create and share your videos with FlipShare software
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Flip MinoHD Video Camera - Black, 8 GB, 2 Hours (3rd Generation)

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The new Flip MinoHD combines signature Flip Video quality with improved technology to offer HD video that is better than ever. MinoHD features incredible 720p resolution, now with 60 frames per second, and built-in image stabilization to produce incredibly clear and steady HD video. The new MinoHD has a simple user interface and a super-slim, pocket-sized design. Easy-to-use pre-loaded FlipShare software lets you organize, edit and share your videos to your own private Flip Channels or directly to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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Flip MinoHD (2 Hour) Overview

  • Shoot up to two hours of best-ever HD video—now with image stabilization for incredibly clear and steady video
  • Carry it anywhere with its sleek and slim design that fits in any pocket or purse
  • Comes with 8 GB of built-in memory, letting you capture 2 hours of HD video; no additional memory required
  • Power on, press record and start recording—it's that simple
  • Watch your videos on the large, 2" anti-glare color display
  • Connect the flip-out USB arm directly into your PC or Mac® to launch pre-loaded FlipShare™ software
  • Use FlipShare software to organize and edit your videos, capture photos, send video greeting cards and create custom movies
  • Share videos privately using FlipShare's attachment-free email or by creating Flip Channels; post publicly with direct video shares to Facebook™, YouTube™ and Twitter™
  • Charge the internal Lithium-ion battery through the built-in USB arm; also recharges quickly when connected to Flip Video Power Adapter [sold separately]
  • Watch your videos on your HDTV through the Flip Video HDMI™ Mini Cable (type C) [sold separately]
  • 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
  • Included in package: Flip MinoHD video camera, wrist strap, soft protective case, user guide


Flip MinoHD Highlights

Best-Ever HD Video
The all-new Flip MinoHD combines signature Flip simplicity with enhanced video technology for best-ever HD video. The new MinoHD features built-in image stabilization and incredible 720p resolution, now with double the frame rate (60 frames per second), for HD video that is remarkably clear and steady. MinoHD thrives in all types of lighting environments, meaning your video will look stunning no matter the condition. Premier AAC audio makes your video sound simply amazing, too.


HD Video Redefined. Image Stabilization helps provide better HD video quality.

Sleek, Pocket-Sized Design
Super-sleek MinoHD features a matte front and soft, rounded edges. Its pocket-sized design means you can take your MinoHD with you everywhere you go. Whether you're enjoying an adventurous vacation, hitting the town with friends, or just taking it easy at home, your MinoHD will let you capture all the action.

Easy to Use
Like all Flip video cameras, the new MinoHD is incredibly easy to use. Power on, press record and start capturing high-quality HD video within seconds. It's really that simple. Included HDMI output lets you watch your crisp, vibrant HD videos directly on your HDTV. When you're ready to share your video, flip out the signature USB arm and connect MinoHD to your PC or Mac to launch pre-loaded FlipShare software.

Pre-Loaded FlipShare Software—Now with Direct Upload to Twitter

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™


Recommended Accessories:


Flip Video Power Adapter
This compact adapter's USB port connects to your Flip camcoder’s USB arm. FlipShare TV
FlipShare TV offers the ultimate home movie experience by making it easy to watch your entire Flip Video library wirelessly on your TV or HDTV. Flip Video HDMI Cables
Watch HD video shot with your MinoHD 2nd Gen or Flip UltraHD camcorder directly on your HDTV. Flip Video Tripod
The tripod screws into your Flip, and flexible legs let you take steady video almost anywhere. Flip Video USB Cables
Connect your Flip camcorder to any computer, even those with hard-to-reach USB ports. Flip Video Action Tripod
Unfold tripod legs and for stready video or use attachable straps to record action-packed video.

Customer reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars
3.5 out of 5
349 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of use, and size of the camcorder. They mention that it takes good quality video and sound, and that the setup is a breeze. They appreciate the portability, and image quality. However, some customers have reported issues with the battery charging. Opinions are mixed on performance, and value.

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113 customers mention93 positive20 negative

Customers like the quality of the camcorder. They say it takes awesome quality video and sound, and is ridiculously easy to use. Some say the video quality is very good and looks very sharp on their computer screen. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and performance of the product.

"...The main strengths are: - 720p HD Video - Flipshare, which makes it easy to post videos online (YouTube, Facebook, etc.) - Image..." Read more

"...60fps recording you can grab some awesome, crystal clear, still photos from the video.Well, that's my two cents, take it or leave it." Read more

"...The video is slightly better than the last generation Mino, and the stabilization is a very nice feature, that improves the quality slightly but..." Read more

"...I thought the video quality was very good- looks very sharp on my computer screen. Haven't tried it on my big TV yet though...." Read more

90 customers mention85 positive5 negative

Customers find the camcorder ridiculously easy to use. They say the setup is a breeze, and the videos are simple to get on the computer. They also say it's easy to create video for YouTube and to download and review files. Customers also mention that transferring recordings is an easy process, and that it'll post videos online.

"...are: - 720p HD Video - Flipshare, which makes it easy to post videos online (YouTube, Facebook, etc.) - Image stabilization...." Read more

"...I would recommend the Mino to anyone looking for a small, easy to use, video recorder...." Read more

"...to me as a repeat customer that they heavily weigh simplicity and ease of use when designing their products...." Read more

"...Videos are simple to get on the computer and play beautifully.The Flip software loads right from the camera, no disc to keep track of...." Read more

39 customers mention36 positive3 negative

Customers like the size of the camcorder. They say it's pocketable, easy to use, and works well. Some mention that the audio is average.

"...Weaknesses: - Since it's so pocketable, you would think there'd be a lens cover or something to prevent you from smudging or scratching the..." Read more

"...It would be great for recording children as it's small and would fit easily into a diaper bag, pocket or purse...." Read more

"...The new generation has maintained the small size and easy use of the second generation...." Read more

"...There is no sizing or changing of anything required. I love this feature!..." Read more

24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

Customers like the portability of the camcorder. They say it is easy to carry, great to throw in the diaper bag, and lightweight for city dwellers who carry lots of stuff. They also recommend it as a compact way to quickly grab video memories.

"...and even a bit smaller (narrower) than my iPod Touch, so it's easily pocketable. I feel like I could carry it anywhere...." Read more

"...be great for recording children as it's small and would fit easily into a diaper bag, pocket or purse...." Read more

"...(it is little, easily can fit into your pocket)..." Read more

"...I figured it would be simple to carry and fun to use on the go.Well When it arived I charged it up and everything seemed to work just fine...." Read more

21 customers mention18 positive3 negative

Customers like the image quality of the camcorder. For example, they mention it looks good, has great pictures, and has adequate lighting. Some appreciate the stunning clarity and true-to-life colors.

"...I wanted to like this camera, I really did. It's very sleek and when functioning has very decent video quality...." Read more

"...The LCD screen is beautiful and adequate in size...." Read more

"...Images look great with adequate lighting though low lighting could be better...." Read more

"...I was amazed at the stunning clarity and true-to-life colors. I was further amazed by the remarkable low light capabilities...." Read more

70 customers mention23 positive47 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the camcorder. Some mention that it works great for vlogging purposes, and does everything they expected. However, others say that it completely stopped working and refused to turn on.

"...and decide to crash, refuse to hold a battery charge, overheat, become unresponsive and reduce allowed recording time by misplacing video files..." Read more

"...it wont charge After working on it for a couple of days still nothing its dead...." Read more

"...Videos are simple to get on the computer and play beautifully.The Flip software loads right from the camera, no disc to keep track of...." Read more

"...Quality of videos is great, but the two I have had so far simply don't work properly.Based on my experience so far I would not recommend this." Read more

34 customers mention19 positive15 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the camcorder. Some mention that it's good for the price, well worth the investment, and a very good purchase, while others say that it is useless as a $400 paperweight and wasting time and money.

"...This camera, at the price is a good option, but if I were going to buy something to use more frequently or outdoors/underwater, I'd probably buy the..." Read more

"...It is a little more expensive but it is worth it...." Read more

"...is a much better value for the money as I do not believe the minor updates on this "new" model warrant a $70 plus price increase..." Read more

"...Which works, I guess. But not very exciting for him.I am returning this POS ASAP." Read more

45 customers mention3 positive42 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the battery charging of the camcorder. They mention that the battery was dead on arrival and wouldn't charge despite every option. Some customers also say that the built-in rechargeable battery does not last long.

"...seemingly take on a mind of it's own and decide to crash, refuse to hold a battery charge, overheat, become unresponsive and reduce allowed..." Read more

"...The recording quality is still 720p; the fps increase is hardly noticed...." Read more

"...There is no memory card and no battery, instead, an internal battery and built in memory that will give you two hours of HD recording...." Read more

"...The message is that the power source is too low so it is not charging. Now I am waiting for the special adapter. Hope it works...." Read more

Product box is in sorry condition; Camera is DOA
1 Star
Product box is in sorry condition; Camera is DOA
I just received my order and I must say that I am disappointed in the condition of the product box. It appears as if it has been knocking around on some store shelf or in some dirty warehouse for a couple of years. All of the edges/corners on the box are either worn or even dented, the box is filthy, and there was a price tag or something on the front that was removed but only partially. Fortunately, it appears the factory seals are intact, but otherwise, if I had wanted to give this to anyone as a gift, I couldn't. Really disappointing... doesn't look new, although the factory seals give me hope. I will post an update once I get the box opened and let you all know whether the condition of the box translated into a damaged camera. I'll also post some photos.UPDATE... later the same day: So I opened the product box the factory seals appeared fine, and I have no reason to believe they weren't fine). However, after nearly several hours of "charging" it is holding no charge whatsoever. I can't tell if this is a problem with this individual unit because of the abuse the box obviously took before being shipped by Amazon, or if it's just a problem with this model of Flip. I'm returning this today. Major disappointment... not just in Flip (I have purchased 2 other Flips, different models and generations, and have never had these issues), but in Amazon for sending such a beat up product as "new." (Sure, Amazon isn't selling this, but they are fulfilling for the seller in this case, and are allowing a beat up box to go out for "new." So it is an Amazon issue, in my opinion.)
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gadgetjunkie
5.0 out of 5 stars Best camera available for the price
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2011
Size: 4 GBColor: BlackVerified Purchase
I realize that this product has been discontinued by Cisco and have read here in the reviews that they will stop supporting it as of 12/31/2013 (2 yrs from now). Even though I understand that eventually this product will no longer be supported, for the discounted price that it is currently being sold for, I feel like it's the best product available today.

The main strengths are:
- 720p HD Video
- Flipshare, which makes it easy to post videos online (YouTube, Facebook, etc.)
- Image stabilization. I can't stress enough how important this feature is and to get an inexpensive HD camera with this built in is phenomenal.
- Size. This thing is a lot smaller than I imagined. It's smaller than my HTC Evo phone and even a bit smaller (narrower) than my iPod Touch, so it's easily pocketable. I feel like I could carry it anywhere.

Weaknesses:
- Since it's so pocketable, you would think there'd be a lens cover or something to prevent you from smudging or scratching the lens in your pocket, but unfortunately, there isn't. I will have to research carrying cases for this to ensure that I don't damage the lens.
- No ability to expand memory with an SD card, so you're limited to the on-board memory size. There are a lot of cameras with an SD card slot, so if you think you'll be recording more often, it might be worth paying the extra money to buy a different camera.
- No 1080p video

This camera, at the price is a good option, but if I were going to buy something to use more frequently or outdoors/underwater, I'd probably buy the Kodak PlaySport (Zx5) HD Waterproof camera (2nd generation).
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Anton Tobias
1.0 out of 5 stars THE CHARGING/CRASHING EPIDEMIC
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2011
Size: 8 GBColor: BlackVerified Purchase
After purchasing the Flip Mino HD (third generation) three months ago I have drawn a lot of parallels between it's functionality and my own childhood memories of playing The Adventures Of Zelda on the original NES. Allow me to explain...the Flip Mino HD is something of an enigma that needs a lot of figuring out and patience in order to operate. A constant mystery in terms of reliability the Flip Mino HD will seemingly take on a mind of it's own and decide to crash, refuse to hold a battery charge, overheat, become unresponsive and reduce allowed recording time by misplacing video files somewhere deep within the software. In other words, prepare to be frustrated.

For those who are experiencing these common problems with the Flip Mino HD let me share with you the knowledge I've gained through both trial and error and constant Internet scouring. Please be advised this process may be a bit complex for some consumers and should only be applied if you are certain you understand the process completely. However, if your Flip Mino HD is a dead brick anyway...what have you got to lose?

The first thing I've learned is to immediately (upon purchasing the unit) make a quick back up of all the included files on the Flip's internal flash drive. If you haven't done this already and your Flip is acting up you may need to borrow a friend's and copy the uncorrupted files to your PC that way. Plug the unit into any PC and find the internal files and folders then copy them to your PC. This way you have a backup of all the firmware files that function the unit.

Next reformat the entire flash drive of the unit. This can be done by right clicking on the Flip's flash drive memory icon represented under the "Devices With Removable Storage" screen using your PC and selecting "Format" from the menu. Please understand this process will delete all files on the Flip in order to clear the corrupted software, so be certain you have the original files backed up on your PC for replacement.

Now that the Flip is cleared of all corrupted files, replace them with the original Flip firmware that was copied from the unit in step one. Simply drag and drop the entire lot of original files and folders into the Flip flash drive. The Flip is now reformatted with it's original uncorrupted files. Safely eject the Flip from your computer and power it on.

Using a tiny pin or paperclip hold the factory reset button within the tripod mount on the bottom of the camera down until the unit completely powers down. The illuminated buttons on the back of the camera should be the last thing to power off. Wait five seconds then power on the Flip, it should now be functional.

Because the Flip has a tendency to corrupt itself quite often, this button is essential for keeping the Flip Mino HD from becoming corrupted again. Although it may seem redundant the Flip Mino HD has to be factory reset in this manner every time it is inserted into a USB port for charging of transferring. Remember to follow these steps:

1. Power on the Flip
2. Factory reset the unit until it powers down completely (indicated by the illuminated buttons turning off)
3. Do NOT power on the Flip
4. Insert the unit into a USB port for charging of transferring videos
5. Repeat these steps EVERY time you have to charge or transfer with the Flip Mino HD in order to keep the unit from relapsing.

Yes, I know...for the price of this pocket camcorder consumers deserve much better quality and ease of use. I wanted to like this camera, I really did. It's very sleek and when functioning has very decent video quality. But honestly, this thing produces more headaches than video footage.
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lostburro
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this little thing
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2011
Size: 8 GBColor: BlackVerified Purchase
I had received an "alert" email from Amazon regarding this item as being "on sale". I had never even heard of the Mino before, only the Ultra. I read most of the reviews, good - bad - indifferent, and decided what the heck. I was packing up for a trip to Death Valley and decided to go ahead and get it. I did not use it as much as I should have but I was NOT disappointed in the video that I got with it. Or the stills I was able to take from the video.

Some complain about the narrow field of view, I like it. I've got two VIO P.O.V.1 units with both the 110 and 70 degree camera heads and for most of my situations the 110 is WAY too wide so I use the 70 much more. I liked the narrower fov because, even in the expanses of Death Valley, I was able to focus on my subject and not unnecessary surroundings.

I've had this unit less than one month and have already strapped it to an RC car and chased my bitches (5) and queens (3) around the house. Fun stuff! There is no way I could do that with my VIO's or my Sony camcorder. It has recorded (in short segments) my rain/ice/snow/flat tire in the snow trip to Death Valley, Death Valley and my windy return to OrEgon.

I do like the Ultra feature of the removable battery pack, as it's sometimes a pain to get the laptop charged up when you're 80 miles from the nearest pavement. It would be nice to have a replaceable battery pack or a car charger available for the Mino.

I would recommend the Mino to anyone looking for a small, easy to use, video recorder. It would be great for recording children as it's small and would fit easily into a diaper bag, pocket or purse. And with the 60fps recording you can grab some awesome, crystal clear, still photos from the video.

Well, that's my two cents, take it or leave it.
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