The Flip SlideHD Camcorder allows you to take up to four hours of good quality video and sound (letting you watch or delete parts of your video on a large touch screen as you go along, however, still not letting you change a tape to increase your amount of video time because the video uploads straight onto the camera without any outside components being involved). Once you have your video, you can easily plug the flip into your computer by releasing the USB arm. It is then extremely simple to upload onto youtube, aol or save in your flip video library.

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The ease with which you can transport and use this product and upload the subsequent film onto your computer is where its appeal lies. It also has an increased battery life, like the second generation. It also offers the maximum video storage option currently available in flip camcorders. This model is slimmer than the original, however, not much different size-wise to the second generation.

The main draw of this camera is the extended video storage length, aside from that the majority of the changes (which one presumes justifies the price) are superficial. However, because it is still not the best camcorder available (and because it actually produces shakier video than the original) if you are looking for a great camcorder to make great quality film, you may need to look elsewhere.

Product Features

• SlideHD is the world’s first shoot and show camcorder
• Shoot up to four hours of incredible HD video on the portable SlideHD
• Press the big red button on the sleek touch screen to start capturing high-quality HD video
• Slide open the 3-inch widescreen to show your favorite videos instantly to friends and family
• Store up to 12 hours of videos and photos in Space Saver format (using FlipShare software), so you can take your favorite Flip Video content with you wherever you go
• Connect the built-in USB arm to your PC or Mac to launch pre-loaded FlipShare software
• Use FlipShare software to organize and edit your videos, capture photos, and create custom movies
• Share videos privately using FlipShare’s attachment-free email or by creating Flip Channels; share publicly with direct video uploads to Facebook, MySpace, YouTube and other sites
• Watch your videos on your HDTV by connecting your SlideHD to your TV with the Flip Video HDMI Cable (sold separately)
• Plug in headphones (not included) to enjoy your videos on Flip SlideHD in any setting
• Recharge the internal lithium-ion battery by connecting SlideHD‘s USB arm to your computer (or by using the Flip Video Power Adapter –sold separately)
• Record high-quality H.264 HD 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 30 frames per seconds (fps) progressive scan; recorded as MP4 files
• Included in package: Flip SlideHD Camcorder, wrist strap, soft protective case, user guide

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Flip Video
• Model: S1240W
• Height: 1.0 inches
• Weight: 0.1 pounds
• Width: 2.1 inches

Pros

• Four hours of video (the most currently available for Flip Camcorders)
• Longer battery life than original
• Enlarged touch screen to instantly view videos
• Easy to take with you anywhere in your pocket or purse
• Easy to use
• Quick to turn on and take video (when you need to tape something time-sensitive in a hurry)
• Fairly good quality video for the size and simplicity of the camcorder
• Picks up good sound
• Can be re-loaded with double A batteries
• Very easy to upload pictures (simply plug the camera into your computer and save onto your flip video library.
• Compatible with most programs

Cons

• Many of the features on this camera are superficial (such as a touch screen to view your videos when you could already view your videos on the camcorder without a touch screen and 12 hrs of storage on your pc, when you could already store unlimited videos once you move them from the flip library software)
• Expensive for what is offered
• Very sensitive microphone

Summary

If you want the longest video storage possible on your camcorder, and are willing to pay double the price for double the video length then this is the flip video you should buy. However, keep in mind that the price range of this new version is similar to that of camcorders with more video storage which are better suited for those serious about filming. This is a slightly better version of a cheaper, easy-to-use and easy-to-carry version of a camcorder designed to plug into your computer and upload simple video feeds to share with friends and family.

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