Pros
- Best low-light performance of any pocket camcorder
- Runs on AA batteries; HDMI-out port
Cons
- Bulkier than most pocket camcorders
- HDMI cable not included
Bottom Line
The Flip UltraHD improves an already excellent line of pocket camcorders with a wider-angle lens, better low-light footage, more storage capacity, and an HDMI-out port.
More Information
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Which HD Pocket Camcorder Is Best for You?
The differences among pocketable, YouTube-friendly camcorders are bigger than you might think. Here's what some top-rated models do best, what some don't do well, and what some can't do at all.
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Six HD Pocket Camcorders Side-by-Side
We compare six HD, YouTube-friendly pocket camcorders from Creative, Kodak, Sony, and Pure Digital, including the brand new Flip UltraHD.
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HD Pocket Camcorders
Ultracompact video cameras built for easily sharing clips on the Web have become a surprise success.
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HD Pocket Camcorders Go Head-to-Head
Pure Digital's Flip was a breakthrough product, but now it has company. We tested high-definition, YouTube-friendly pocket camcorders from Creative, Kodak, Sony, and Pure Digital and picked a champion. Here's a guide to our roundup.
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Which HD Pocket Camcorder Is Best for You?
The differences among pocketable, YouTube-friendly camcorders are bigger than you might think. Here's what some top-rated models do best, what some don't do well, and what some can't do at all.
- Top-Rated HD Pocket Camcorders The third-generation Creative Vado HD is our top-rated pocket camcorder, offering exposure controls, a mic-in port, and impressive low-light performance. If you need a rugged model, the Kodak PlaySport Zx3 is a great option.
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