Can you use other memory cards in the Flip so I can record more than one hour? No reviews have discussed what to do if you're filming more than an hour's worth of video. The flip seems perfect except that the only way to get the pictures is to take a break from filming and download them onto your computer? Is this just the drawback of the camera, or am I missing an option? What if you're going on vacation without a laptop? Thanks! Can you use other memory cards in the Flip so I can record more than one hour? No reviews have discussed what to do if you're filming more than an hour's worth of video. The flip seems... » Read More Can you use other memory cards in the Flip so I can record more than one hour? No reviews have discussed what to do if you're filming more than an hour's worth of video. The flip seems perfect except that the only way to get the pictures is to take a break from filming and download them onto your computer? Is this just the drawback of the camera, or am I missing an option? What if you're going on vacation without a laptop? Thanks! « Show Less
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I guess that's just the drawback of the camera. If you don't have a possibility to download the video from the Flip Cam, you can't record anything new.
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No it doesn't. It's a very very simple camcorder that gives you 60 mins and once it's up, you'll have to either stop recording or load it onto a computer.
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Hi, yes it work like that, you need to choose recording time, 3 or 5 min. and it makes files 5 minutes and saves, until card is full, starts delete old files adding new, like 16GB it will be plenty for you, it take up to 32GB. My camera working so far no problems. If camera loses charge you will need to reset the time and date, but still will recorded and make files.Let me know if this is helpful.
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Sorry I can't answer that, my flip is the oldest model, and the camera is dead now anyway ... :)
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I rarely record for longer than 15 minutes.....but I can fit well over an hour of HD footage no problem. I would buy a new battery when you buy the camera. I have had great success with the new battery and use the camera regularly without issues. The battery I bought was $3 and well worth it.
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There are multiple variables that you have to take into account. Are you using 16 cameras or less. Obviously with fewer cameras there is less video being recored. Next are you recording in the highest video clarity... 960 vs. 480. What size hdd do you have installed and do you also use an external? Finally I am not sure if you can only record 16 hours and then just record motion only for the other 8 or not. Unfortunately your question can't be answered easily with out more information. I would look at worse case when you do it though to figure out if its going to last long enough for you.
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We haven't recorded past 5 min at one time..but throught out the day couple min at a time..it adds up to anywhere from15-20 min..so what they mean is that you cant record more then 10 min straight I guess..anyway hope this helps..super clear pics and vids
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That would depend on the size of the memory card, and the resolution your filming at, not the camera itself. But I've taken a 15 minute long video at the cameras highest resolution setting on a 8gig chip plus had room for pictures.
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Long answer: Absolutely not. The default settings on the camera will capture video that will blow you away. Because you're new to video, I'd recommend buying as many 16 GB SD cards as you can afford and take them with you on your trip. Record what you like, then just swap the card out when you need more space. In FXP (the second-highest quality) mode, this camera takes fantastic video, and will fit 2 hrs on a 16 GB card. That's a LOT of video. Remember, unless you're recording some kind of performance, few things are interesting for more than 12 seconds. It's the time before and after the interesting parts that eat up space. Short answer: Don't worry. You only need to know hot to A) turn the camera on, B) press record, and C) operate the zoom toggle. You don't *have* to use the advanced features.
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it has oine memory slot for one card. 32 GB gives you 2 hours of filming at tje highest def, and so just keep a second card handy. Plus you have the 16 GB internal memory as a fall back, if in a bind. so not a problem.
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Plug your camera into your PC.Be sure that you have all of your Videos saved on the pc (anything left on the camera will be lost)Delete the 100videos folder from the flipEmpty the Recycle bin on your computerCreate a folder on your desktop titled "backup"Copy the ENTIRE contents of your flip drive to the "backup" folderGo to "My computer", right click on the flip drive and select FormatCheck the box for quick formatUnplug the Flip and power it on (It should show your full time available)Plug the camera back into your computercopy the files from the "backup" folder back onto the cameraUnplug the camera and power it up. You should have fully restored recording space.This has worked for both of my Flips an F160 and an F140. Plug your camera into your PC.Be sure that you have all of your Videos saved on the pc (anything left on the camera will be lost)Delete the 100videos folder from the flipEmpty the Recycle bin on your computerCreate a folder on your desktop titled "backup"Copy the ENTIRE contents of your flip drive to the "backup" folderGo to "My computer", right click on the flip drive and select FormatCheck the box for quick formatUnplug the Flip and power it on (It should show your full time available)Plug the camera back... » Read More Plug your camera into your PC.Be sure that you have all of your Videos saved on the pc (anything left on the camera will be lost)Delete the 100videos folder from the flipEmpty the Recycle bin on your computerCreate a folder on your desktop titled "backup"Copy the ENTIRE contents of your flip drive to the "backup" folderGo to "My computer", right click on the flip drive and select FormatCheck the box for quick formatUnplug the Flip and power it on (It should show your full time available)Plug the camera back into your computercopy the files from the "backup" folder back onto the cameraUnplug the camera and power it up. You should have fully restored recording space.This has worked for both of my Flips an F160 and an F140. « Show Less
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You need to purchase a card. I like to have a new one for every dive trip because of the possibility of shooting a lot of video which uses more memory. I have never run out.
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I haven't had very good luck with either. The last Flip camera I owned stopped working for no apparent reason and the Sony Bloggies tend to shut down in the middle of recording. I purchased about 10 of these last year and have used all of them. This seems to be a problem with all 10 of them. I wouldn't really recommend either product to tell you the truth.
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Regarding your question: Can the end user save specific video? No ....however, I purchased a second 32GB card to swap when an event is recorded that I want to keep & upload the specific video to my PC. I keep the spare in my car so that I can swap cards at my next stop following an event. Just remember, let you camera power-down before you remove the card if you decide to use this solution. Hope this helps you !!
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Good evening, the recording time will depend on the amount of memory that you put, 4, 8, 16, 32 or 64 gigabytes.Recording until memory runs out, the battery does not last long, you should buy a backup.The videos are excellent.
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NO time lapse and it can record up to 29 minutes per clip, but 29 is NOT the total limit for taking videos. Once you're done with the first 29 minutes, you can just start another one. I did 50 minutes of video yesterday without issues.
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Hello! If you are talking about the 'loop recording' setting, from the menu, I can help you. The options I have when choosing 'loop recording' are off, 1 minute, 2 minutes and 3 minutes. I do not have 5 minutes displayed there. If you choose off, the camera will record a video file until the memory from the micro sd card will be filled, then stop. For the other 3 options, it will record video files of 1, 2, or 3 minutes duration and when the memory is full it automatically erases the oldest video file on the memory card, so you don't have to erase anything manually in order to be able to record more, once the memory is full. I hope this was helpful. Hori. Hello! If you are talking about the 'loop recording' setting, from the menu, I can help you. The options I have when choosing 'loop recording' are off, 1 minute, 2 minutes and 3 minutes. I do not have 5 minutes displayed there. If you choose off, the camera will record a video file until the memory from the micro sd card will be filled, then stop. For the other 3 options, it will record video files of 1, 2, or 3 minutes duration and when the memory is full it automatically erases the oldest video file on the memory card, so you don't have to erase anything manually in order to be able to... » Read More Hello! If you are talking about the 'loop recording' setting, from the menu, I can help you. The options I have when choosing 'loop recording' are off, 1 minute, 2 minutes and 3 minutes. I do not have 5 minutes displayed there. If you choose off, the camera will record a video file until the memory from the micro sd card will be filled, then stop. For the other 3 options, it will record video files of 1, 2, or 3 minutes duration and when the memory is full it automatically erases the oldest video file on the memory card, so you don't have to erase anything manually in order to be able to record more, once the memory is full. I hope this was helpful. Hori. « Show Less
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Does the camera stop after capturing 2GB of video or does it start a new file? I realize that it is very rare for most people to shoot a single clip that is longer than 5 minutes, but if the camera quietly quits capturing after 2GB, then that might be a problem.