Hot Topics:Flip Ultra HD vs Flip Mino HD: What Are the Differences?
The Flip Ultra HD and Flip Mino HD camcorders are two of the smallest and most popular pocket-size video cameras on the market. They are slim, sleek, lightweight and fit easily into your pocket or purse, making it easy to carry around and capture special moments such as your kids' sports and recitals, holiday events, parties, vacations and more.
What the Flip Ultra HD and Mino HD 3rd Generation Have in Common
- New image stabilization to avoid camera shake for sharper video.
- Available in 4GB and 8GB models with 1 or 2 hour recording time respectively.
- Shoot 720p HD | 60fps (the Ultra HD 4GB is 30fps)
- 2x digital zoom and 2" LCD screen
- 1280 x 720 resolution and the same sensors.
Differences Between the Ultra HD and Mino HD
The main differences are size, weight and battery/charger:
- The Ultra HD 4GB is powered via 2 AA batteries or battery pack and the 8GB takes Flip Video Lithium-ion Battery Pack (included) or 3 AAA batteries. The Mino HD has an internal Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.
- The Flip Ultra HD ( 8GB - 4.16" x 2.11" x .88" or 4GB - 4.25" x 2.19" x 1.17" ) is larger than the Mino HD (3.94" x 1.97" x 0.63" ).
- The Ultra HD weighs slightly more than the Mino.
- The 8GB Ultra has a USB Flip Port to connect to your PC or Mac and launch the pre-loaded FlipShare software.
Below are the complete specs for the 4 models:
| Model | Flip UltraHD Video Camera - 4 GB, 1 Hour (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL
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Flip UltraHD Video Camera - Black, 8 GB, 2 Hours (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL
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Flip MinoHD Video Camera 4 GB, 1 Hour (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL
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Flip MinoHD Video Camera - 8 GB, 2 Hours (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL
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| approx $75 Buy Now |
approx $120 Buy Now |
approx $65 Buy Now |
approx $128.99 Buy Now |
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| Lens | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
| LCD Screen | 2 inch, 320 x 240 | 2 inch, 320 x 240 | 2 inch, 320 x 240 | 2 inch, 320 x 240 |
| Sensor | 1/4.5 inch, 1.6 megapixel CMOS sensor (2.2 x 2.2 square pixels) | 1/4.5 inch, 1.6 megapixel CMOS sensor (2.2 x 2.2 square pixels) | 1/4.5 inch, 1.6 megapixel CMOS sensor (2.2 x 2.2 square pixels) | 1/4.5 inch, 1.6 megapixel CMOS sensor (2.2 x 2.2 square pixels) |
| Lens Type | Fixed-focus (1.5m to infinity) | Fixed-focus (1.5m to infinity) | Fixed-focus (1.5m to infinity) | Fixed-focus (1.5m to infinity) |
| Battery Type | 2 AA Batteries (included) or Flip Video AA Battery Pack (sold separately) | Flip Video Lithium-ion Battery Pack (included) or 3 AAA Lithium Batteries* | Internal Lithium-ion Battery | Internal Lithium-ion Battery |
| Dimensions | 4.25” x 2.19“ x 1.17” | 4.16” x 2.11“ x 0.88” | 3.94” x 1.97“ x 0.63” | 3.94” x 1.97“ x 0.63” |
| Weight | 5.7 oz | 4.5 oz | 4.1 oz | 4.1 oz |
| FlipPort | No | Yes | No | No |
