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Every professional blogger I’ve talked to say video is going to be the next big thing and you should get in on it now if you haven’t already done so. While I was at Affiliate Summit West, I noticed that a lot of people were carrying around Flip Video cameras. Guys like Jim Kukral and Joel Comm swear by them.

With two big time Internet Marketers using the Flip video digital camcorder, I decided to find out what made this device so great. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find it at the local Best Buy so I fired off an email to Flip Video’s PR firm and told them to send me one. A black Flip Ultra showed up at my door today. Now, that’s what I call service!

The main reason the Flip is so popular is because it’s so inexpensive. The 2GB unit, which can record an hour of video at 640×480x30fps, can be had for less than $150. That makes the Flip pretty much an impulse purchase.

I can see why the Flip is so popular at the trade shows. You can take this with you anywhere and pretty much make movies at will. The Flip Video has a built in USB plug which pops out of its side for fast transfers of your video files to your computer.

So far, I’ve only made one short 4 minute test movie with the Flip. The quality is really good for such an inexpensive device. It won’t match a HD Camcorder but for the video blogger, the Flip is damn near perfect. This thing is going to be great for my upcoming trips to Whistler and San Fransisco. Look for videos soon!

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    Comment by Azrael
    2008-04-04 21:33:37
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    I would love to have this gadget someday!

    Comment by Terra Andersen
    2008-04-04 22:05:35
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    Same here! I’m using my DVD-R Camcorder still.. which works awesome.. but is a bit larger than this one.

    :mrgreen:

    Comment by investorblogger
    2008-04-06 07:21:18
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    How much larger? I saw those in the story, they’re pretty small for my hands… but I’d find the buttons fiddly.

     
     
    Comment by Hafiz Dhanani
    2008-04-04 23:45:23
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    It’s small, easy to handle, and at only $150 a great price. Who wouldn’t?

    Comment by Terry Tay
    2008-04-05 19:42:36
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    I think the fact that it’s small and a pretty good price will make it attractive to a lot of people. I must say though, that it almost has a cheap look to it. I mean, a lot cheaper than even the price of it.
    ~Terry

     
     
    Comment by MR. NICE GUY
    2008-04-05 05:31:06
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    I think soon many affiliate companies would also join the video ad fever like what was recently launched by Google. It’s good new for affiliate bloggers.

    Comment by Jake Cohen
    2008-04-06 14:26:58
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    It’s alright, I wish that cell phones had good video cameras though. It’s impressive how they have done so well with pictures, but it will truly be a great day when they also take good high quality videos.

     
     
    Comment by Robert
    2008-04-06 08:13:45
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    I was going to get one of those digital camcorders, but this one sounds way better. It seems so versatile.

     
     
    Comment by David
    2008-04-04 21:37:46
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    My Canon SD1000 can take videos @ 640×480x30fps as well, but I don’t think it compresses the video as well as the flip. I don’t think I can record 1hr on 2gb.

     
    Comment by Caren
    2008-04-04 21:38:44
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    That sure would beat using my digital camera as a camcorder…

    it looks so pretty…AAHHH MY PRECIOUSSSS…
    *steals* :twisted:

     
    Comment by Simon Lau
    2008-04-04 21:39:47
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    wow that is quick PR response! Did you contact them with an @johnchow.com domain or ttz for review?

    Comment by John Chow
    2008-04-04 22:20:47
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    It’s for TTZ.

    Comment by Simon Lau
    2008-04-05 08:03:27
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    Figured as much. Looking forward to the review…I haven’t seen much from you guys in a while…then again, we might not be on your mailing list :P

    Comment by Robert
    2008-04-06 08:17:05
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    It’s not quick service. It’s the name John Chow!

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    Comment by Rob
    2008-04-04 21:45:18
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    That is one tiny camera. That’s also some nice service there : p.

     
    2008-04-04 21:52:53
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    I’d get one if I could flip the screen around or something so I could film myself, and see what’s being recorded. I’m unco, so without that my videos would probably end up having half my head cut out.

    ~ Dave

     
    Comment by Shawn Knight
    2008-04-04 22:07:24
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    How does the video quality compare to your Sanyo Xacti CG6? I just received one in for review, and so far, it’s really nice.

     
    2008-04-04 22:11:14
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    I WANT ONE!!!

     
    Comment by Fiscal Musings
    2008-04-04 22:11:44
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    I’m going to have to get me one of these. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about getting into the whole video scene.

    Comment by Mubin
    2008-04-05 15:15:02
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    Thats what she said.

    2008-04-05 15:46:27
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    Oh snap.

    Comment by Not John Chow
    2008-04-11 12:21:07
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    Double snap!

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    Comment by thegeekboys.com
    2008-04-04 22:12:04
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    I think if your going to vlog you should go more professional when they mean vlog will be the next biggest thing they talking about professional videos not home made videos with bad sound Even if your going to use a bad camera spend the money on getting good sound equipment because it will make your videos feel and sound better which will make more people wanna watch it more

    Comment by Robert
    2008-04-06 08:19:08
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    Well, I think a lot of bloggers will end make poor videos. But you will have those who make very good quality videos–very professional-looking–and those bloggers will create a niche for themselves and do very well. It’ll create a whole new market that will establish the best and the worst.

     
     
    Comment by lucidnewyork.com
    2008-04-04 22:27:22
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    do you guys know if you can use any editing software to edit vidoes from flip? (cut pro, etc?)
    Thanks!
    Anna
    http://www.lucidnewyork.com

    Comment by John Chow
    2008-04-04 23:29:16
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    Windows Movie Maker works fine. iMovie can’t import the AVI file. You need to converted to a MOV file first using QuickTime.

    Comment by Chetan
    2008-04-05 06:42:55
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    Which would be the best for Mac? for editing videos?

    Comment by John Chow
    2008-04-05 08:00:38
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    iMovie works fine.

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    Comment by InvestorBlogger
    2008-04-05 09:14:02
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    I know I have the reverse problem with my cameras… I have to decode from MOV file, it’s a real pain… and QT always nags me to buy it! Hah! …

     
    Comment by lucidnewyork.com
    2008-04-05 15:24:38
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    Thank you for your answer, John.
    I’m buying it using your link of course!!!
    Anna

     
    Comment by Jim Kukral
    2008-04-05 15:30:29
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    John, I haven’t used it yet, but it’s free video editing software. http://www.videospin.com.

    Thanks for mention in post. I love my flip. Taken hundreds of videos with it and I do my daily show it with it.

     
    Comment by lucidnewyork.com
    2008-04-05 15:56:13
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    Was ready to buy it but then I read reviews that the videos quality suffers when converted to use it with ivideo.
    Looking forward to your remarks, John as you use it…

     
     
     
    Comment by No Debt Plan
    2008-04-04 22:39:43
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    But will it blend?

    Looks pretty sweet!

    2008-04-05 17:09:31
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    Let’s see how sweet it looks after the blend!

     
     
    Comment by Thiago Prado
    2008-04-04 22:44:45
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    Some people have an idea that clicks, and this camera is one of that.
    A lot of people are using this cameras now, cause it’s very small and easy to work. GREAT PRODUCT!

     
    Comment by Homebizseo.com
    2008-04-04 22:48:27
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    I think video is now not the future. :shock: 45n5 is one of the top blogs on the net and it is due to the daily video.

     
    2008-04-04 23:14:58
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    That is pretty cheap. Maybe I will invest in one of them sometime in the near future.

     
    Comment by Fitness Site
    2008-04-04 23:27:01
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    looks cool, I will be going to purchase it :cool:

    waiting for your shootouts :D

     
    2008-04-04 23:44:32
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    Does anyone know how good the sound quality is on the FLIP? One of the problems with a lot of smaller video cameras is that they pick up sound in a 360 fashion. So, you’l be recording someone talking, but you can hear yourself breathing as well. Just curious,

    - Dave

    Comment by Robert
    2008-04-06 08:22:46
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    The other thing I’d love to know is if the Flip is going to come out with a camera with a higher resolution. A great 2-in-1 buy is a camera that you can use for vlogging AND recording home videos to watch on your TV.

     
     
    Comment by Kevin
    2008-04-04 23:56:40
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    Looks cool.. however 1.5 Inch LCD is too small….

     
    Comment by ALN
    2008-04-05 00:51:40
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    640×480×30fps for less than $170 is not too bad.

    Comment by InvestorBlogger
    2008-04-05 09:16:07
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    I was about to buy the Sanyo C5 model which is pretty cool, too, but about 3 times the price, at least in Taiwan!

    Kenneth

     
     
    Comment by logosamurai
    2008-04-05 05:08:43
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    Look forward to some Flip videos.

     
    Comment by Start Blogging
    2008-04-05 06:05:02
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    That looks really nifty!

     
    Comment by joshuaun
    2008-04-05 06:29:21
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    is it true? just about $150???if in m’sia just RM 600???
    impossible,here goverment body will tax it………oh my….. :roll:

     
    Comment by Chetan
    2008-04-05 06:41:11
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    Thats really so cheap when compared to other geeky gadgets.. and the easy USB connection is one more cool thing :)

     
    Comment by Joel Comm
    2008-04-05 07:30:47
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    You gotta love the Flip, John!

    Here’s a short video I did talking about doing online video. It gives you a look inside my studio.

    Fastest Way to Make Online Video

     
    Comment by gambit32
    2008-04-05 08:10:41
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    I’ve had my eye on one of these for quite a while. You’re not helping convince me that I don’t need it!!

     
    Comment by Belive Blog
    2008-04-05 08:26:20
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    The camera & price looks nice but the config it’s good?

     
    Comment by Wade
    2008-04-05 09:17:44
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    Looks like a neat phone, but I don’t think its worth giving up my easyshare 650.

    Follow me on my journey! Make Money Blogging

     
    Comment by InvestorBlogger
    2008-04-05 09:17:57
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    Can’t wait to see JC’s first video! I hope it’s not about ’shit’ again. :lol:

    Comment by Syed Balkhi
    2008-04-06 12:42:39
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    haha … I hope so too

     
     
    2008-04-05 09:56:37
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    [...] The motorcycle test is similar but today I was watching the news when I saw this fascinating video taken on a small phone camera: watch then comment! It’s amazing. You have to watch the entire video of this woman driving her motorcycle at night… it’s f… [...]

     
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    Comment by InvestorBlogger
    2008-04-05 10:20:47
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    Thanks, John for stopping by my blog!