Flip Mino HD Digital Cameras

Flippin’ genius – in HD!

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The new Flip MinoHD 3's
1 Hour (Silver) and 2 Hour (Black)

Unless you’ve just emerged from a ten year stretch in the Martian branch of the head-up-your-backside correctional facility, you’ll know that Flip camcorders have been a global smash. Operated by just a few buttons, these idiot-proof point-and-shoot moviemakers feature a flip-out USB arm and built-in software that makes uploading, editing and sending high quality vids a doddle.

But if you think that’s cool, prepare to go gaga as we present Flip’s gobsmacking new HD offerings, the MinoHD 3 - 1 Hour and MinoHD 3 - 2 Hour. These astonishing little camcorders offer all the Fliptastic features you know and love, plus (and it’s a big plus) stunning high definition video.


Easy to use and intuitive controls		Touch sensitive buttons		"Flip" the USB connector out!

HD quality in a pocket sized package

Proving size isn’t everything (as Mrs Firebox continually assures us) these amazing camcorders produce incredibly vibrant (1280x720) HD video that totally belies their pocket-friendly dimensions. Thanks to a meaty 4GB memory for the 1 hour and 8GB memory for the two hour these big hitters can record 60 frames per second, so shooting an HD epic featuring alarming close ups of your left nostril is a doddle. Better still you can review your efforts on the fly via its 2” anti-glare screen.

The MinoHD 3 - 1 hour is a brushed metal moment-snatcher whilst the MinoHD 3 - 2 hour wows with it's sleek black exterior. Both are powered by a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery which can be topped up easily through the built-in USB arm; it’s never been easier to produce a HD classic starring Morph and the cat.

Super-slim design

New FlipShare Software

In addition to eye-popping HD, these chic slivers of genius boast upgraded FlipShare software, digital zoom plus instant playback, pause, fast forward, rewind and delete. The only things missing are the coverstick and dental floss you’ll undoubtedly require after viewing your zitty, spinach-toothed shenanigans in retina dazzling HD. And…action!

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Technical Specification:

Model	Flip MinoHD 3 (1 Hour)	Flip MinoHD 3 (2 Hours)
Recording time	60 min	120 min
Internal Memory	4GB	8GB
LCD Screen Size	2" (Diagonal)
LCD Screen Type	Transmissive TFT
Video Resolution	1280 x 720 pixels
LCD Resolution	320 x 240
Video Sensor	1/4.5" HD CMOS Sensor 2.2μm pixels
Light Sensitivity	Ultra low-light sensitivity (>1.4V/lux-sec) with automatic low light detection
Video Compression	Pure Digital Video Engine 3.5
Frame Rate	50 frames/second
Video Format	H.264 video compression, AAC audio compression, MP4 file format
Average Bitrate	9.0Mbps (auto-adaptive algorithm)
White Balance & Exposure	Automatic white balance and black level calibration. Automatic exposure compensation
Lens Type	Fixed Focus (1.5m to infinity)
Aperture	f/2.4 (fast lens for great results in low-light environments)
Zoom	Smooth multi-step 2x digital
Battery Type	Internal Lithium-Ion Rechargeable *
Battery Life	Up to 1.5 hrs of use between charges	Up to 2 hrs of use between charges
Charge Time	Via computer USB port - approx 3 hours
Interface	8 Touch-sensitive capacitive buttons
Play All Function	Yes
Pause, FF/Rewind	Yes
Set Date/Time Function	Yes
Flip Video Program Min Requirements	Windows: 3.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or faster processor.XP SP2 with 512 MB of RAM or Vista with 1 GB of RAM, and USB 2.0 port Mac: 1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo or faster processor, 1 GB of RAM, OS X Tiger 10.4 or Leopard 10.5, and USB 2.0 port
Dimensions	10cm (L) x 5cm (W) x 1.6cm (D)
Weight	116g
Speaker	Built-in speaker
PC Connection	Built-in flip-out USB arm (up to USB 2.0 speed)
Microphone	Built-in, wide-range, omni-directional
TV Out	HDMI
Tripod Mount	Yes

* Battery replacement only available through Flip Video Support

Contents:

1) Instructions (includes warranty and product registration)
2) Flip MinoHD II or UltraHD
3) Soft carrying case
4) Wrist strap
5) TV connector (A/V) cable

Please note:

The Mino HD 3 - 1 Hour is only available in a brushed metal finish, and the Mino HD 3 - 2 Hour is only available in black metal finish.

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Ben gives us a quick demo of the coolest, smallest HD camcorder in the world. Yes it's the NEW Flip MinoHD! (This video was recorded in HD and has been scaled for demonstration purposes)

Video URL: http://www.firebox.com/video/2033

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Press Reviews...

This new titchy Mino has improved storage, a bigger screen and a more rounded profile. Sound quality is average, but the images are great.
Time Out - Apr '10

"No tapes to find,no screen to fold out and no modes to set."
iCreate - Nov '09

"It used to be said if you remember the Sixties you weren't there, and today if you're going to have a good time, there is always the risk that , come the morning after, your mind will be blank. So make sure you have something to jog your memory..."
GQ - Nov '09

"Great fun, but more than just a toy, the Flip Ultra HD is perfect for anyone who wants to grab the occasional video clip and share it with the world."
MacUser - Sep '09

"Flip's foolproof point-and-shooter grabs 60 minutes of vibrant HD 720p video".
T3 - May '09

"..another great offering from the clever people at Flip.."
Telegraph - May '09

"Small enough to fit in your pocket, the Flip Mino HD camcorder has all the extras you need to make your own movies.."
The Weekend - May '09

"..the Flip Mino HD is a point-and-shoot sensation.."
T3 - Apr '09

"Small, cute and exceptionally easy to use..."
London Lite - Apr '09

The MinoHD adds high definition to Flip Video's easy to use Mino range so you can get big pictures at the push of a button
Web User - Apr '09

This new model is smaller, with neat, touch sensitive buttons and recording quality bumped up to 720p HD.. this is the cat's pyjamas
Time Out - Apr '09

This Flip Mino HD is the king of the new breed of tiny, take anywhere camcorders. It even includes a built-in USB connector.
Evening Standard - Apr '09

Best Buy, Best for ease of use. ".. with a steady hand, its crisp and colourful video will be fine on a big screen."
Sunday Times, ingear - Apr '09

This is officially now the smallest HD camcorder in the world..
Gadgets - Apr '09

.... the Flip Mino HD produces excellent footage, regardless of the resolution. Its automatic white balance and colour reproduction is excellent, focus from the fixed lens is sharp and it's usable in low light as well. And let's not forget the built-in viewing and editing software. It’s straightforward to use, with simple options for editing clips, uploading to video sites such as YouTube, burning DVDs and also sending video via email.
iGizmo - Apr '09

'Another point-and-shoot video camera made for hi-def TVs and plastering within seconds on YouTube.'
Nuts - Apr '09

"Capture all the fun in the sun with a Flip Mino HD, the 720p hi0def ultra-compact camcorder that's dizzyingly easy to use"
Stuff - Apr '09

The pocket camcorder pioneer Flip is storming back to reclaim its throne with the Flip Mino HD - it's smaller, lighter, sexier and more erm...HDier.
T3 - Mar '09

...get your hands on what Flip is boasting as the "smallest HD camcorder in the world".
Photography Press - Mar '09

"A follow-up to the hit Flip Mino, the Flip Mino HD is billed as the world's smallest high definition camcorder."
Daily Star - Mar '09

Visitor Reviews...

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How can this be "the smallest HD cam in the world" when the "Muvi HD 1080p Action Cam" also featured on your website is documented as being both 1080p and dimensionally smaller???
DORSET JON!, DORSET! - 25th September 2011

Firebox says: Hi Jon! You got us! At the time of writing the Flip Mino was the smallest HD video camera in town, but now the tiny Muvi HD video camera has come along and stolen his crown! I shall speak to the powers that be and see if we can get this amended on this page.

Hi is this the 3rd Generation model??
Miss Parmar, London - 18th January 2011

Great camera, fantastic quality. My only gripe is that it is 30 frames per second which is US standard - UK is 25 fps! This means that playback is juddery... If only you there was a settings mode or a UK version.
Tricia Hylton, High Wycombe - 1st July 2010

I love my Flip Mino HD! It is fantastic! Low light conditions, vivid colours, extreme portability, style, the list goes on! I would recommend this to anyone who travels a lot as it is compact and incredibly simple to use. Also, for bloggers it's just fantastic!
Paul, Middlesbrough - 17th May 2010

I go to a lot of live gigs an was wondering what the sound is like on this cool lil' gadget also does it zoom thank you xx.
Trace, Blackpool - 14th April 2010

Firebox says: this has a smooth multi-step 2x digital zoom and the sound is great ..although gig's won't bring out the best in it!

You know how people are asking about the ability to take pictures? There kinda is a way. Take a video of the thing you want to take a picture with and choose the snapshot option to go through the video and find a frame to use as a picture.
Joe, London - 2nd January 2010

I love these things! The image is nice for something this small. I use it for videos and pictures as well.
Amy, London - 2nd January 2010

When playing clips back through my PC I keep getting 'jerky movements' Can anyone help?
Geoff Lester, Thailand - 1st January 2010

Firebox says: Hi Geoff. Please email us at info@firebox.com with your order details and we will do our best to resolve this for you.

Flips are awesome, yes you can use Imovie or Final Cut Pro on your mac, its as simple as dragging clips into a bin and importing, it's quick. Then you do need a render depending on how long clips are, then edit as normal.
Jules, London - 15th November 2009

Does it take photos as well.
Chris, England - 2nd November 2009

Firebox says: No, this camera will only record videos in the formats specified above.

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