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Flip Video Pure Digital Technologies F160w 60 Minute Camcorder

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Pros

  • Simple controls (12)
  • Durable (11)
  • Comfortable to operate (9)
  • Great picture quality (9)
  • Good audio (7)
  • Versatile (7)
  • Great features (4)
  • Easy to use (3)
  • Easy setup (2)
  • Good value (2)
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Cons

  • Can't find any faults (1)
  • Flimsy (1)
  • Inadequate features (1)
  • Limited zoom (1)
  • Needs light (1)
  • Needs memory card slot (1)
  • Not much recording time (1)
  • Poor audio (1)
  • Short battery life (1)

Best Uses

  • Travel (9)
  • Outdoor events / games (7)
  • Family (6)
  • Movies/short films (6)
  • Weddings (5)
  • Sports (4)
  • Everyday (2)
  • Home (2)
  • Home movies (2)
  • Office (2)
 
 
 

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FEATURES- Flip Video 60 Minute Camcorder- White finish
Simple to use, pocket-sized camcorder with one-touch recording and
digital zoom. Holds up to 60 Minutes of TV-Quality video on 1GB
of built-in memory; no tapes or additional memory cards required.
Flip Video is equipped with a convenient USB arm that plugs
directly into your computer for easy sharing and archiving. Flip's
built-in software lets you easily email videos, share them on
YouTube and Grouper, edit your footage, and capture still photos
from video.
Includes Camcorder, Carrying pouch, wrist strap, video out cable.
* RECORD
- One-touch recording
- 2x digital zoom
- Instant playback & delete
* CONNECT
- Launch built-in software
- Make custom movies
- Capture still photos from videos
* SHARE
- Watch instantly on TV
- Get DVDs made at stores
- Email videos & publish online

-- SPECIFICATIONs -----------------------------------
RECORDING TIME - up to 60 minutes
INTERNAL MEMORY- 1GB
SCREEN - 1.5" diagonal Transmissive TFT, 280 x 120 pixels
VIDEO SENSOR - 1/4" VGA CMOS sensor
Large (5.6 um) pixels for maximum light sensitivity
RESOLUTION - 640 x 480
SENSITIVITY - Very high sensitivity (>2.0V/lux-sec)
COMPRESSION - Pure Digital Video Engine 1.0
FRAME RATE - 30 frames per second (constant)
VIDEO BITRATE - 2.8Mbps (average - auto adaptive algorithm)
VIDEO FORMAT - Advanced Profile MPEG4 AVI
AUTO WHITE BALANCE & AUTO EXPOSURE-
Auto-adaptive white/black balance and exposure
LENS TYPE - Fixed Focus (0.8m to infinity)
Smooth multi-step 2x digital zoom
APERTURE - f/2.4 (fast lens for great results in low-light
environments).
CONTROLS - 8 Buttons (Power, Play, Delete, Record and 4-way
navigation).
MISCELLANEOUS - 3 to 7 seconds from Power-Up to Record
Clip lengths can be from 3 seconds up to 30 minutes.
Power Saver (Auto-shutdown)
Delete All function
Play All function
PC CONNECTION - Built-in flip-out USB arm (up to USB 2.0 speed)
SPEAKER - Built-in
MICROPHONE - Built-in
TV OUT - NTSC (cable included)
DVD PROCESSING - Pure Digital DVD processing
SOFTWARE - Included software supports the following:
Unlimited Private Sharing
Video greeting cards
Upload to YouTube (public and private)
Upload to AOL Video (public and private)
Prepare for web publishing (any other site)
Video truncation (set start/end points)
Compose a new Movie Mix (including 6 movie styles)
Snap Still Photo From Video
REQUIREMENTS - PC : Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz computer
at least 512 MB of RAM
Windows XP SP2 or Windows Vista
SVGA display monitor (1024x768) and video card
Windows Media Player 9.0, Microsoft DirectX 9.0
Mac: PowerPC G4 1.0 GHz, Intel Core
at least 512 MB of RAM
Mac OS X 10.3.9
SVGA display (1024 x 768) monitor and video card
QuickTime 7 or later
ACCESSORIES - ASK1CP1 3 pack Colorful Skins
AUC1CP1 3 pack USB cables
POWER SOURCE - 2 x AA Batteries (1.5 Volt AA alkaline, Energizer e2
Lithium, 1.2 Volt NiMH rechargeable); NOT included.
Battery life Up to 2 hours (with 2x AA Alkaline batteries)
or up to 5 hours (with 2 x AA Energizer e2 batteries).
DIMENSIONS - 2.25"w x 4.12"h x 1.25"d
www.PureDigital.com

Specification Description
Model F160B, F160W, F6850772, FV60MIN
UPC 892684000519
adjustable auto date/timeĀ  Yes
Audio Recording Yes
Auto power saveĀ  Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
AVI Yes
Battery Type Product
Benefits With 1GB of internal flash memory you can snap great videos up to 60 minutes long*1.5" (diagonal) transflective screen makes it easy
Cables Included A/V cable
Camera/Camcorder Color Support Yes
Capacity UOM mAh
Chemistry Alkaline
Connector Type USB
Controls / Adjustments Power, Play, Delete, Record and 4-way navigation
Country Of Origin China
Description Header The power of video in your pocket.
Digital Still Camera Function Yes
Digital Video Format MPEG4, AVI
Digital Zoom 2
Display Catalog Number 55026456
Display Form Factor Built-in
Display Size 1.5 inches
Features Up to 2.0 hour battery life with 2 "AA" alkaline batteries** and auto shut-down to conserve powerOnly 3-7 second start-up time (depen
Focal Length 0.8m to infinity
Image Storage Minimum 3 seconds, maximum of 60 minutes
Included in the Box Flip F160W camcorder"AA" batteries (2)A/V cableWrist strapCarrying pouchQuick start guide</u
Inputs 1 x USB(USB)
Integrated Memory 1
Integrated Memory UOM GB
Lens Aperture f/2.4
Lens System Type Fixed focus
MAC Operating System Support Mac OS X 10.3.9
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Part Number F160W
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Microphone Type Built-in wide range microphone
Model F160W
MPEG Yes
Operating Temperature UOM &deg; F
Optical Sensor Type 1/4" VGA CMOS sensor
Optical Zoom 0
Outputs 1 x USB(USB), 1 x Phone 1/8"(A/V Output)
PC Operating System Support Windows XP SP2 or Windows Vista
Product Depth 1.25
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Disclaimer *Recording time may vary based on the recorded content. **Battery life may vary between batteries and use pattern.
Product Height 4.12
Product Type Flash memory
Product Width 2.25
Required to function PC: Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz computer with at least 512MB of RAMPC: Windows XP SP2 or Windows VistaPC: SVGA display monitor (
Size AA
Software Included Flip Video Program integrated into device
Still Image Format VGA
Supported Languages English
Type 280x120 Transflective TFT
Video Capture 2.8Mbps bitrate
White Balance Auto-adaptive white/black balance and exposure

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★★★★★
5.0
Jaw hit the floor

"Finally a camcorder that is so practical for ANY needs...what took you guys so long??? :-)..." Read Full Review »

Jan 22, 2008 by MDSTROYER

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1.0
not much time

"mine is horrable. it has stoped saving my recodings and even thou i have deleted every thing on it it says there is only 23 minets of recording time left on it when there was ment to have 30. it was fine at first but now delets my recordings befor i can but it on my conputer. it is a pain and is worthless now . dont by it unless you dont care for quality!!!!!!!!..." Read Full Review »

Apr 18, 2008 by lou

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Flip Video Pure Digital Technologies F160w 60 Minute Camcorder Review

Jaw hit the floor

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • More »

    Cons

  • Can't find any faults

    Best Uses

  • Family
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Special Events
  • Sports
  • Travel
  • More »
 

"Finally a camcorder that is so practical for ANY needs...what took you guys so long??? :-) "

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MDSTROYER
Rochester, NY
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
$98.82
 
 

[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Flip Video Pure Digital Technologies F160w 60 Minute Camcorder Review

Ready to use - even in the box

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Batteries included
  • Easy To Setup
  • Easy to Use
  • Quality Construction

    Cons

  • Zoom feature is weak

    Best Uses

  • Everyday Use
 

"Ideal for vacation travel.



With 1 hour memory, you need a PC or a retailer.

(We don't know what retailer charges yet)



Note - Old levels of software must be updated - especially on mac. "

Alaska @ Sea

Alaska @ Sea
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Grevrac
Englewood, OH
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[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Flip Video Pure Digital Technologies F160w 60 Minute Camcorder Review

A Superb Value and Great Quality!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home
  • Office
  • Professional Work
  • Special Events
  • Travel
 

"This product is brilliant. One of the few shortcomings of the earlier model was its 30 minute recording limit. Now, with 60 minutes there is more than enough time to capture great movies that record at 640x480 at 30fps and look wonderful. The camcorder even manages to trump all of those other $[...] …"  Read Full Review »

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Dec 2 2006
Rik
Saint Paul, MN
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Flip Video Pure Digital Technologies F160w 60 Minute Camcorder Review

Pure Digital is Pure Delight

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Great Picture Quality
  • Simple Controls
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Needs memory card slot

    Best Uses

  • Goes everywhere
  • Home
  • Office
  • Professional Work
  • Special Events
  • More »
 

"Pure Digital products are high quality for the price. I was not expecting to get as much out of an under-$200 camcorder, but it ended up exceeding my expectations. Low light capability is good, picture stability excellent, and the video quality is only matched by cameras at twice the price. It's so …"  Read Full Review »

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Dec 4 2006
Joe
San Dimas, CA
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[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Flip Video Pure Digital Technologies F160w 60 Minute Camcorder Review

very nice product easy to use

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Durable
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • Simple Controls
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Family
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Special Events
  • Sports
  • Travel
  • More »
 

"this is a great product it is very nice and easy to use. It is also very light. I would highly reccomend this product "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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