On my last two backpacks, I carried my new Flip Ultra Video Camera from Pure Digital. Runs on two A A batteries, weighs just 5.5 ounces and is compact at 2 x 4.25 x 1.
Takes 60 minutes of video, which you download using the built-in USB plug. Included software lets you grab photos from the video. Files are easy to post to YouTube so you can share with friends. A neat little alternative to a bulky camera.
Be light. Be safe. Be one with the back.
Hm, I’ve been thinking about getting something to take video on the trail (and during some SAR missions), and this one is much cheaper than what I’ve looked at. Hmmmm…..
This looks good for video – I’m wondering what the quality of the still photos from the video is like? I use an Olympus 790WS for photo’s the thing is very light and waterproof and shook proof (you can drop it on rock from 5 feet and it is OK).
Robin
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