Learning Guide:Flip Cameras
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| Flip Video Camera Release status: new | |
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| Description | Flip Video Camera is a portable video camera that runs on 2 AA batteries with a USB computer connector. |
| Author(s) | Stan Skrabut (skrabutTalk) |
| Stan Skrabut | |
| Location | Room 120 |
| University of Wyoming, College of Agriculture | |
| Phone | 307-766-3722 |
| Last Updated | 22 November, 2010 |
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Description
Flip Video Camera is a portable video camera that runs on 2 AA batteries with a USB computer connector. The cameras have a small LCD screen to view what is being recorded. All cameras record with a 1280 X 720 resolution at a rate of 30 to 60 frames per second.
The video format is H.264 video compression, AAC audio compression, MP4 files format.
The lens type is fixed-focus (1.5m to infinity) with a f/2.4 (fast lens for great results in low-light environments) aperture and a smooth multi-step 2x digital zoom.
Further specifications for all Flip Video Cameras can be found on their Web site.
Essential Requirements
The Flip Camera will work on a Mac or PC computer with a USB port. Flip videos can be downloaded with the Flip Camera software or videos can be downloaded directly to a computer with a file sharing software.
Equipment
The only required equipment is the Flip camera and a computer with a USB port.
theFlip.com does have accessories for the Flip camera to extend its capabilities such as a wide angle lens, tripod, underwater housing, and power adapter.
Flipshare TV lets you watch your flip videos on your TV or HDTV.
Software
Software for both Windows and the Mac can be found at the Flip upgrade site.
Learning resources information
Reading List
Key Web links
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