Alternatives to a Flip?

A._Badger

My wife has added a Flip movie camera to Santa's list.

This is alien territory to me and I don't know what else is on the market that might be a better alternative.

I'd prefer removable memory (the basic Flip's isn't, I gather) and AA batteries (which the basic Flip does use) but am I overlooking anything?

Any suggestions, please?

culpepper

The gadget show have a review of it http://fwd.five.tv/search?q=flip&commit=Search

Marty_J

The Flip Ultra HD is a fantastic little video camera. It has 8 GB of internal memory, which is enough to store about 2 hours of footage.

I previewed just about every compact video camera before I purchased the Flip, and the models with removable memory (which is a nice feature to have), such as the Kodak Zi8, didn't have as good quality video.

A._Badger

Thanks, Marty J. I need to check whether the Ultra HD has removable batteries (which I will do). Given the short lifespan of rechargeables, there's no point buying devices which have built-in batteries, IMO.

Appreciate your help

Marty_J

A._Badger wrote: »

Thanks, Marty J. I need to check whether the Ultra HD has removable batteries (which I will do). Given the short lifespan of rechargeables, there's no point buying devices which have built-in batteries, IMO.

Yes, it comes with a removable battery pack that can be swapped out for two AA batteries.

Appreciate your help

You're welcome!

A._Badger

Excellent - I really appreciate that.

Makes 'Santa's' job a doddle this year!'