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Introduction
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01.Product Tour
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02.Colour & Noise Performance
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03.Motion & Sharpness Performance
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04.Low Light Performance
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05.Compression & Media
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06.Manual Controls
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07.Still Features
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08.Handling & Use
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09.Playback & Connectivity
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10.Audio & Other Features
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11.Sony MHS-PM1 Comparison
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12.Kodak Zx1 Comparison
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13.Sanyo VPC-CG10 Comparison
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14.Conclusion
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15.Photo Gallery
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16.Specs and Ratings
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17.Comments
Flip Video Flip UltraHD
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Kodak Zx1 Comparison
Flip UltraHD versus Sony MHS-PM1
• Sony MHS-PM1 offers more options: photo capabilities, 5x optical zoom, video light, and video quality/size settings.
• More options also make it more difficult to use
• Editing/uploading software on MHS-PM1 isn't very well designed and is confusing to install.
The Flip UltraHD is a bit bulkier than the MHS-PM1 and it is significantly heavier (although it is still very light). The beauty of the UltraHD isn't necessarily in its design, however, but in its complete simplicity. The camcorder is incredibly easy to use and its included software is a breeze to figure out. This is exactly where the MHS-PM1 falls short—it has too many options and software that is too complex. If you're a beginner or technophobic, we have to recommend the Flip UltraHD over the MHS-PM1.
Of course, if you're comfortable with camcorders or technology, the MHS-PM1 will suit you just fine. Its extra settings, like size options and scene modes, make it a more versatile product than the Flip UltraHD. There's also the rotatable lens on the PM1, which does wonders in helping you shoot at odd angles or film yourself if you want to.
The choice between these two camcorders should be clear. If you want to upload videos to YouTube using the simplest product out there, the Flip UltraHD is your best bet. If you want a few more features and if the rotatable lens intrigues you, the MHS-PM1 is the stronger choice.| Comparison Specs | ||
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| Flip UltraHD | Sony MHS-PM1 | |
| Price | £159.99 |
£199 |
| Primary Recording Media | 8 GB internal memory | Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| Secondary Recording Media | None | 12 MB of internal memory |
| Image Sensor | 1/4.5-inch CMOS | 1/2.5-inch CMOS |
| Effective Pixel Count | Unknown | 2.07 Megapixels |
| Mic Input | None | None |
| LCD | 2.0-inch with 230,400 pixel display |
1.8-inch with 230,000 pixel display |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Weight | 170.1g |
120g |
| Dimensions | 56 x 108 x 30mm |
43 x 61 x 105mm |
| HD | Yes | Yes |
| Frame Rates | 720/30p | 1080/30p, 720/30p, 480/30p |
| Compression | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 |
| Maximum Bitrate | 9 Mbps | Unknown |
| Optical Zoom | None | None |
| Battery | AA (ships w/ battery pack, rechargeable via USB arm) |
Removable lithium-ion rechargeable (rechargeable via DC wall charger) |
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Scores | ||
| Flip UltraHD | Sony MHS-PM1 | |
| Colour | 6.46 | 7.83 |
| Noise | 10.86 | 7.77 |
| Video Sharpness | 9.34 | 9.77 |
| Low Light Sensitivity | 9.04 | 0.97 |
| Low Light Colour | 7.32 | 8.29 |
| Low Light Noise | 11.34 | 8.89 |
| Battery Life | 99 minutes | 115 minutes |
| Ease of Use | 8.5 | 6.0 |
| Bright Light Crops | |||
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| Flip UltraHD 100% Crop |
Sony MHS-PM1 100% Crop |
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| Required Illumination * |
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| * the lower the lux required, the better the performance |
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