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Flip Video Ultra
579 reviews
Apr, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 579 reviews of Flip Video Ultra. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Comments about the image quality and price are generally positive. The size and portability are also mentioned favorably. The reliability and zoom get negative reviews, while opinions are divided on the memory.
usability, portability, size, price, image quality
zoom, reliability
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Flip Video Ultra is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.
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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Flip Video Ultra
alaTest has collected and analyzed 500 user reviews of Flip Video Ultra from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. Reviews about the image quality and price are generally positive. The size and portability are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the reliability and zoom. Reviews are divided on the memory.
usability, portability, size, price, image quality
zoom, reliability
93% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.
Apr, 2025
Expert review by : James Morris (trustedreviews.com)
Flip Video Ultra
With the likes of YouTube encouraging the point, shoot and share approach, the Flip Video Ultra camcorder looks ideal. Updated with video review.
Like the Vado, the Flip shoots at 640 x 480 and 30 frames/sec, which is great for YouTube compatibility but not so good if you want to burn a PAL DVD of your footage, as that will be running at 25 frames/sec and quality-reducing frame interpolation...
May, 2011
Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)
Flip Video Ultra Edition camcorder
Ever since "happy slapping" caused a media furore in 2005, video on the move has been in the public eye. But filming with a phone is such a bore and camcorders are too big and expensive. What's the solution? Well Flip Video think they have the answer,...
Simple concept, portable, great fun
No lens cover, limited software shortcuts, audio buzz
This is a concept we like – it is so simple to shoot and share video with this pocketable device. The approach is easier than using a mobile phone and the results are better, so you are more likely to do it. Also, you can go from pocket to filming in...
May, 2008
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Expert review by (stuff.tv)
Flip Video Ultra review
The Flip lets you shoot and upload video faster than you can say ‘please don't put that on YouTube'. But is it better than the Creative Vado?
The Flip produces better quality YouTube vids than the Vado, and is a better all-round travel companion
Jul, 2008
Expert review by (stuff.tv)
Stuff magazine
The Flip lets you shoot and upload video faster than you can say ‘please don't put that on YouTube'. But is it better than the Creative Vado?
The Flip produces better quality YouTube vids than the Vado, and is a better all-round travel companion
Jul, 2008
Expert review by : Kenny Hemphill (macuser.co.uk)
Flip Video Ultra HD
Flip Video's two pocket-friendly video cameras, the Ultra and the Minio, were two of the surprise hits of 2008. The reason? Because despite their lack of features and their tiny image sensor, they were supremely easy to use, fun and shot decent-quality...
If you like the idea of the Flip camera, you'll love the Ultra HD. Despite its added girth, it's easy to carry around, child's play to use, and great fun. That it records high-quality video is a bonus
Sep, 2009
Expert review by : James Holland (electricpig.co.uk)
Flip Video Ultra
Single-button movie-making from a pocket-sized camcorder: what's not to like? The Flip Ultra is perfectly portable (it measures just 100x50x16mm and weighs 94g) and user-friendly, but has a style that's alien to traditional camcorders. But does it flip...
Standard-definition imagery is actually pretty good. Unbelievably user-friendly
Not HD, no autofocus, no exposure options, no video light... need we go on
The Flip Video Ultra may be easy to use and highly portable, but the myriad features missing is unforgivable.
Jun, 2009
Expert review by (channel5.com)
Flip Video Ultra
The Flip Ultra camcorder features a 1.5-inch TFT display and, thanks to a 1/4 inch VGA CMOS sensor, captures video at a 640 x 480 resolution at 30fps. It also boasts a 2x digital zoom, powers up in four seconds and has a battery life of four hours. It...
A great choice for pocket-money Polanskis, the Flip Ultra lets you make YouTube movies with significantly less effort than tying your shoelaces. You can still trip up on its cut-down feature list, though, especially now that some digital cameras are...
Mar, 2009
Expert review by : James Morris (igizmo.co.uk)
Flip Video Ultra
It just got easier to upload to YouTube
You could be forgiven for thinking this is a mobile phone, at first glance. It has the same form factor, and is operated with just a few simple buttons. Apart from the 2x digital zoom, there are no settings to configure whatsoever – you just point and...
Sep, 2008
Expert review by : Crowdedbrain (crowdedbrain.co.uk)
Flip Ultra Digital Video Recorder Review
If you are interested in recording videos, but don't require or need the complexities of a high-end camera, then you could check out the Flip Ultra Video Recorder, which is as simple as it gets when it comes to recording videos with which to share...
Sep, 2008
Expert review by : paul_smart (gadgetspeak.com)
Flip Video Ultra
Flip is not an expletive but rather a nice handheld camcorder that costs less than £100. The most important points are that the quality is superb and it is extremely easy to use and transfer or watch the output.
click to enlarge The Flip Video Ultra is 10.5x5.5x3cm and weights only 140grams. It comes in four colours, mine is a creamy white with orange sides. It is powered by two 'AA' batteries (supplied) and it's internal memory can record an hours action....
Jun, 2008
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